“That means they all have to be in the same element (fire, earth, air, or water), and there must be one planet transiting through each of the three signs in that element. The planets in a grand trine are at a harmonious 120-degree angle to each other, called a trine,” they add. Generally, grand trines are thought of as an auspicious aspect since the planets are happily basking in the same element—and subsequently speaking the same language and vibing off each other, the twins say....

The definition of “effort,” and what couples look for in long-distance relationships, is changing, though. Success isn’t necessarily keeping the fire alive in the bedroom, making sure you’re in constant communication, or even taking turns making the trek to see each other. Smartphones, social media, and apps like Skype give long-distance partners easy access to their significant other almost 24/7, so lack of communication or even intimacy (hello, Skype sex) is no longer the big barrier when it comes to making a long-distance relationship thrive....

Choosing a destination for your winter escapades that’s both lively and rejuvenating makes for the perfect cold-weather vacay for all parties involved. Whether you’d prefer to sprinkle in moments of recovery between activities or to stay behind and relax while others hit the slopes, having options is key to keeping everyone healthy and happy. When it comes to picking a place for the best of both worlds, Sun Valley, Idaho is a frequent recommendation––so we did a little research to find out whether it lives up to the hype....

With 41% of American adults meeting the criteria for clinical insufficiency1, and an alarming 93-plus% failing to consume just 400 IU of vitamin D per day2, it’s possible you may need more of the sunshine vitamin yourself.* You see, research suggests we need a minimum of 3,000 IU vitamin D33 (which is the body’s preferred form) per day to achieve a total serum of 25-hydroxyvitamin D—also known as 25(OH)D, the clinical biomarker measure of whole-body vitamin D status—of 30 ng/ml4....

“Generally, water will reflect your emotional state, because like water, emotions are very fluid,” she explains, adding that the state of the water, how you’re feeling in/about the water, and what the water itself is doing are all important factors to pay attention to. Water dreams can also represent the creative or spiritual side of yourself, Loewenberg notes. “Creativity, like water, is fluid,” she adds. Here’s a more detailed breakdown of water dreams, depending on what kind of water or scenario you’re specifically dealing with....

Should you steer clear of this ingredient altogether or hoard every product that has it listed on the label? (Spoiler: While not harmful, we believe you should treat it with caution.) Board-certified dermatologist Dendy Engelman, M.D., agrees: “It’s popularly used in hair and skin care products as a smoothing and occlusive ingredient,” she says. “You may be able to recognize the presence of dimethicone in your products by the silky-smooth texture that it adds....

If you’re in the market for a fast-paced flow, consider vinyasa yoga your go-to version. Before you try it out—in a studio or virtual class—learn exactly what this type of yoga entails, its potential health benefits, and how to practice. Tara Stiles, mbg collective member and founder of Strala Yoga agrees. “Allow your body to move along with the ride of your breath,” she says in mbg’s Complete Guide to Yoga class....