In other words, you create a reality that is a reflection of you. The concept is described differently in all manner of spiritual teachings, but it comes down to the same thing: We create our realities from the inside out. Many people describe the law of attraction as the process by which thoughts become things. My own interpretation is a bit different. I believe the process has more to do with energy dynamics....

And yet, it often feels like a weird taboo—even though most people are doing it. Most people have never really learned how to do it, why it’s good for us, and what a healthy masturbation practice even looks like. Instead, it’s typically done in secret, coated in a thick layer of shame, and often becomes a confusing topic of conversation when we enter into romantic relationships with other people. You’re likely here because you’re now embarking on developing a masturbation practice....

“Diffusing is a neat way to say I want to take command of this living room, or I want to take control of the energy of my bedroom,” Panton told mbg when she stopped by our office earlier this week to celebrate the launch of her new book, Essential Well-Being: A Modern Guide to Using Essential Oils in Beauty, Body, and Home Rituals. From this perspective, diffusing oils can be a creative act of self-care—an opportunity to mix your own scent medicine and have fun doing it....

Maybe you’ve experienced this “distancing” after you get close to someone or commit to being in a relationship? Maybe it comes after you show your vulnerability or start having sex? Whatever the circumstances are, if you’ve been there, you know this pattern is not fun. That’s why I want to help you out of it: by explaining why this pattern occurs and what you can do to shift it so you can create the love you want....

Here, learn how to tell if you snore in the first place, and how to get through the night quietly and peacefully. Snoring becomes more common with age and weight gain. The normal aging process leads to a relaxation of the throat muscles, while extra weight and fat around the neck can cause airways to narrow when you lie down, causing loud vibrations as you breathe. While it’s tempting to think snoring is no big deal, that’s not always the case....

Magnesium is a mineral that plays a role in over 300 biochemical reactions1 in the body. It regulates processes ranging from blood pressure and energy production to muscle relaxation and blood sugar balance—just to name a few. We already know that taking a magnesium supplement can promote better, deeper sleep2, and emerging research is finding that it could be helpful for easing stress and anxiousness too.* “Magnesium deficiency is not uncommon in the U....

All of these micro-trends have one thing in common: Rather than playing up a natural flush, beauty fans are using blush to make a statement. It’s a welcome addition to the holiday glam circuit, especially for those who rely on a classic red lip year after year. And because of the product’s buildable nature, there’s plenty of room to experiment: “Unlike something more precision-based like graphic eyeliner, taking a fluffy brush and swirling blush over your nose or temples is freeing,” says Donni Davy, head Euphoria makeup artist and co-founder of Half Magic....