Below are some of the main differences between classical tantra and neotantra that speak to the philosophical evolutions and practice-based changes in tantric thought. As opposed to focusing on sex, classical tantra involves more mantras, yantras, and rituals, says tantra teacher and bodyworker Samya Dhyan. “It doesn’t involve many sexual practices; even if there are some, they are mostly through visualization,” she tells mbg. Neotantra originated as a more modern adaptation of classical tantra over the course of the last 150 years or so, Grace explains, and it focuses on sacred sexuality as its main practice, goal, and path toward transcendence....

Thinking about the color brown itself, which is linked with Earth—it makes sense that these are going to be grounded, material folks. On top of that, Merrick tells mbg, auras can also become brown when someone is moving through muck and mud, so to speak, and being stubborn or getting too muddled by the goings-on of their lives. “Brown is made from every color, so in that sense, you might be feeling more stuck, stubborn, or needing to make decisions but don’t have clarity,” Merrick explains, adding you could also be feeling judgmental and/or triggered when brown appears in your aura....

Some people are hesitant to express their desires directly, fearing that “the marriage talk” will make them appear desperate or turn their partner off. That’s usually a strong sign that your relationship isn’t ready for engagement yet, which is OK. While there’s no concrete rule about how long you should be dating before communicating your desire to get married, if you believe you’ve established enough trust with your partner, then it should be safe to broach the subject with care....

“Because she is brimming with creative energy, the Queen of Wands is a welcome addition to any tarot reading, whether she appears in an upright or reversed position,” Goodchild says. Upright, this card encourages you to take risks and chances to better your personal circumstances, she explains, noting that no matter what challenges or obstacles you face, you will have the resources and confidence to see yourself through to the other side....

What you may not realize is that all proteins are not created equal, and understanding the different types of protein can help us fill our plates with what our bodies need to thrive — especially if we’re living plant-based lives. Spoiler alert: Turns out some of our very favorite snacks (we’re looking at you, pistachios) turn out to be some of the best complete protein sources out there. Let’s dig in....

Like you, your significant other is bound to have a few quirks. Maybe you overlooked the way he has to tuck his napkin into his shirt and slurp spaghetti like a 5-year-old (in public), or the way she leaves unfolded laundry in the basket for days after it’s been washed. But sometimes minor habits can become major annoyances, to the point where these tiny, everyday behaviors are the big reasons couples almost call it quits....

No matter what’s causing it, just buildup, in general, can lead to scalp inflammation. This can cause pain, itching, and overall discomfort. Certified trichologist and founder of Advanced Trichology William Gaunitz further explains, “depending on how tight a ponytail or braids can be, it can produce inflammatory tugging that will result in scarring and traction alopecia as well as scalp pain and tenderness.” However, he points out that this reaction would only occur after “extraordinary tension over long periods of time” due to the disruption it would create in the hair cycle....