Our 9 Favorite Tarot Decks Of The Year Are All Kinds Of Mystical

While traditional decks are still popular, new crops of cards are starting to appeal to the modern mystic. Prisma VisionsTarot Deck($45) For the astrology andnumerology fansout there, this deck covers both. you’re able to learn about the two modalities as you pull using the accompanying guidebook. There are 83 cards (and a secret bonus card!) and the guidebook is packed with 370 pages of insights. Wanderer’s TarotWyrd Sisters Oracle Deck($50)...

December 15, 2021 · 2 min · 217 words · Tony Dougherty

11 Expert-Backed Tips To Make Your Perfume Last All Day Long

Oh, the allure of the signature scent. It’s a small price to pay for safer fragrance but, still, a bummer nonetheless. Apply on your pulse points. As the fragrance warms, the aroma process begins. “The warmth helps to diffuse the fragrance.” Don’t rub your wrists together. “It just makes the top notes burn off a little quicker.” Spray your heart. “The fragrance will travel up; your heart will act as a diffuser....

December 14, 2021 · 2 min · 300 words · Matthew Young

7 Expert-Approved Books To Take A Deep Dive Into Attachment Styles

We all behave differently in our relationships, with one of the biggest factors being our respectiveattachment styles. A refresher on attachment theory. Firstly, attachment theory is all about how we relate to others. Why it’s important to know about attachment styles. There are always ways toimprove our relationshipsand understand each other better.

December 14, 2021 · 1 min · 52 words · Dr. Stephanie Perkins

An 8-Minute No-Equipment Leg Workout You Can Do Anywhere, Anytime

We’ve been working out at home more than ever latelyand we know our readers are, too. Each month will feature routines from a different incredible trainer we adore. Now, let’s get moving with our spotlight trainers:Rachel Warren & Caitlin Riley. Leg workouts don’t have to be just lunges andsquatswith dumbbells or barbells. you might get a fantastic leg workout with just your own body weightand a bit of dance-inspired pizzazz....

December 13, 2021 · 1 min · 111 words · Emily Reed

How To Recognize A Guilt Trip & Respond When It Happens

Here’s how to spot guilt trip signs, plus how to deal with it, according to experts. What does “guilt trip” really mean? Why it’s not OK to guilt trip someone. Is guilt tripping a form of gaslighting? Guilt tripping is more about making someone feel bad or guilty for their behavior. Reasons for guilt tripping. There are plenty of reasons that people resort to guilt tripping, whether subconscious or very much conscious....

December 12, 2021 · 2 min · 217 words · Joshua Carson

Struggle With Self-Love? Why You Might Want To Look At Yourself In The Mirror

Here’s how to do it, plus tips for getting started. What is mirror work? How the process works. Benefits of mirror work: Strengthening your connection to yourself. Boosting your self-esteem. Being in front of the mirror can be a challenge, especially if you deal with low self-esteem. Overcoming insecurities. Healing your inner child. If you’re curious aboutinner child work, mirror work is a great practice to incorporate. As D’Simone tells mbg, “Now I actually enjoy looking at myself....

December 11, 2021 · 1 min · 146 words · Shawn Rodriguez

A Beginner's Guide To Shibari, The Beautiful Japanese Form Of Rope Bondage

Ever fantasized about being tied up or tying your partner up in the bedroom? Over the years, BDSMwhich covers bondage, discipline, dominance and submission, and sadomasochismhas become increasingly popular. One popular form of bondage is shibari, also known as Japanese rope bondage. What is shibari? Over the past decade or so, shibari has also become very popular outside of Japan. Common misperceptions. Others claim that shibari is a respected art form and spiritual practice in Japan....

December 10, 2021 · 3 min · 560 words · Robert Smith

INTJ Personality: 5 Traits, Strengths, Weaknesses & More

The INTJ personality bang out. INTJ stands for introverted, intuitive, thinking, andjudging. These people are often intelligent and discerning as well, pulling from their intuition (N) trait. Overall, INTJs tend to be quiet, objective, and logical while having a creative and abstract flair. They’re good problem solvers when it comes to having a strategy or backup plan, he adds. He also adds they tend to need alone time to do their best work....

December 8, 2021 · 1 min · 198 words · Teresa Smith

Pulled The Ace Of Cups? It May Be A Green Light For Romance & More

In your traditional tarot deck, you’ll find78 unique cards, each with different meanings. The Ace of Cups is particularly auspicious and signals some major prosperity ahead. Here’s what to know if you pull this card, according to tarot experts. What does the Ace of Cups mean? To break it down simply, pulling an ace card ina tarot readingis a sign of new beginnings. And the suit of cups is all about emotions, love, intuition, and relationships....

December 8, 2021 · 1 min · 167 words · Debra Wagner

18 Tips To Master The 69 Sex Position, From Experts

Ah, the good ol' 69. The 69 sex position. The 69 position is anoral sex positionwhere two partners are giving each other oral sex simultaneously. 69ing also shows up in the Kama Sutra under the name “the congress of a crow.” How it works. To get into the classic 69 position, one partner lies flat on their back. The second partner then climbs on top of them with their head facing their partner’s feet....

December 7, 2021 · 3 min · 458 words · Megan Powers

Co-Parenting With A Narcissist? 7 Tips To Make It Work & Support Your Child

Narcissistic personality disorderinvolves a pattern of selfish, arrogant, and often manipulative behavior. A narcissist typically operates with a superiority complex and almost never shows empathy. Trying to co-parent after a breakup with someone like this won’t be an easy feat. The struggle of co-parenting with a narcissist. Co-parenting vs. parallel parenting. When it comes to parenting with an ex, there are multiple ways to approach it. This approach assumes a level of cooperation and some alignment in child-rearing philosophies and strategies to be successful....

December 7, 2021 · 2 min · 369 words · Katrina Cooper

10 Health & Wellness Trends To Watch In 2022

2021 was a year of growth and reckoning. And with a new year on the horizon, we’re not letting that momentum wane. In 2022, when it comes to well-being, we’re simultaneously going deeper and considering the big picture. We’re continuing to chip away at stigmas and make well-being more accessible to the masses. In essence, 2022 is the year that asks: How will we emerge on the other side? How will we synthesize what we’ve learned to rebuild a healthier, stronger, science-informed future for all?...

December 6, 2021 · 2 min · 237 words · Joshua Shaw

Prioritizing Girls' Mental & Physical Health Is More Vital Than Ever

Women are underserved in the health spaceyou likely don’t need a big Wellness Trend to tell you that. The scary side of social media. To be clear, social media is not all bad. How do we hold on to the positive parts of social media while letting go of its destructive features? That, says Kross, is where the future is headed. The threat of educational freedom & physical well-being. In this case, it’s clear to see the connection between educational freedom and physical health....

December 6, 2021 · 2 min · 408 words · Mary Elliott