Read on to find out what your birth month flower is, plus what it might say about you. Back then, flowers were used as decorations or given as gifts as a way to honor birthdays. As the “language of flowers” evolved in the 18th century and into the 19th century, certain flowers were used to send discreet messages through their various unspoken meanings. Fast-forward to today, and each month still has at least one beautiful bloom to its name....
If I had to rank the things we take most seriously in our household, trailing somewhere behind nutrition, movement, and mental health, you’d find coffee in a top slot. I’ll be the first to admit I’ve been pretty spoiled by the daily Chemex brews my partner Ryan makes for us, always featuring a beautiful, freshly ground bean from a roaster we admire. And of course, as mbg’s health director, well-being is always top of mind....
Here’s how to mix a blend of your favorite scents and spray your way to a fresher home. Scented sprays can bring potentially harmful compounds like benzene1, formaldehyde2, toluene, m,p-xylene1, and phthalates into your home, so if you are going with store-bought, read the brand’s materials carefully and look for transparent blends that explain what ingredients are being used and why. For example, many brands list essential oils’ specific compounds, so you can better identify any potential irritant—this is a good thing and can help users understand if the product is right for them....
Although this is a common spiritual dragonfly meaning, many cultures have their own interpretations of what this flying insect symbolizes. The dragonfly is an important symbol in many countries with its significance ranging from representing change, rebirth, happiness, good luck, and financial gain as well as insight. There’s a tie to feng shui too. “It’s believed placing a dragonfly painting or statue in your home or workplace brings about happiness and prosperous new beginnings,” Kristen explains....
One of the reasons I recommend bergamot so often is because it really is a jack-of-all-trades with aiding in your health both mentally and physically. There are a few smaller benefits of bergamot oil. In 2008, a study1 was performed on hospice patients with terminal cancer. Half of the patients received a five-minute hand massage with a carrier oil for seven days while the other half received the same hand massage with bergamot, lavender, and frankincense essential oils added to the carrier oil....
Meal delivery services aim to take some of the guesswork, hassle, and monotony out of food prep. New to the meal delivery scene, I was eager to see whether HelloFresh could streamline my dinner routine and provide nourishing entrees. When you sign up for HelloFresh, you’ll be prompted to select a meal plan (more on those options later). Once your account is activated, you’ll choose your first week of recipes. HelloFresh offers an extensive rotating menu with over 20+ chef-designed recipes on the menu each week....
Don’t worry. If you’re dealing with a crush when you are married, follow these tips from therapists and psychologists on handling your crush without compromising your marriage. Crushes are particularly a dime a dozen in the workplace. In a recent study conducted by SimplyHired, 74% of full-time employees in committed relationships revealed they were attracted to an office colleague, so having a work crush even if you’re married is nothing out of the ordinary....
