Inhalation by diffusion is one of the safest and most effective ways to reap the benefits of essential oils. In fact, it’s the fastest way to get essential oils into your bloodstream! However, there is some confusion about how to do it safely and effectively. Here is a primer on how to choose the right oils and diffuser for your needs. While ultrasonic diffusers are worth the investment if you’re interested in adding scent to your home or workspace, they also come with some drawbacks....

Attunement as a conscious spiritual practice was developed by Lloyd Arthur Meeker in 1929 and is still practiced today. It involves sharing energy between two people, totally in sync, to promote well-being. Essentially, it’s all about becoming harmonious with other people’s energies. Some experts believe attunement involves activating the brain’s mirror neurons1, which are thought to be networks in the brain that respond to other people’s emotions and actions as if they were our own, helping people bond with one another....

Gemini is represented by two people talking back and forth (the twins) in constant conversation, further reinforcing that this is a social sign with an affinity for gossip and a strong need for mental and physical stimulation. As an air sign, Gemini is also associated with the mind and knowledge. Geminis form connections through dialogue, communication, debate, and questions. Like the ever-curious child constantly asking Why?, Geminis like to pick things apart to understand them....

It comes in many different forms, but the experience of being ghosted is universal. And most of us would probably agree: ghosting sucks. “Ghosting exists on a spectrum and can happen at literally any part of dating, from disappearing from a chat on a dating app and unmatching, to leaving your text messages on ‘Read’ after a date, to cutting off all communication with you after years of dating,” explains sex and dating coach Myisha Battle, M....

Grief can impact us all in very different ways, and it can be even more difficult this time of year. Grief can happen in response to loss of life, as well as to drastic changes to our daily routines and ways of life that usually bring us comfort and a feeling of stability. Needless to say, loss was the theme of my year. And grief doesn’t just come from the loss of a loved one....

Luckily, I’m here to tell you not to worry. Despite all the obstacles, it’s not too late. You can still make moves to cut down on your sugar intake and get your blood sugar back on track. So how do you reduce spikes in insulin and blood sugar? Food choices certainly play a large role in this process, and so does how much you are exercising, sleeping, and avoiding toxins. There are also other natural ways that you can give your body a boost when it comes to blood sugar regulation, including blood-sugar-balancing teas and herbs....

So eating lunch at my desk while staring at a computer screen (or while calling to book a doctor’s appointment, or while in the car on my way to said appointment) has become the norm. After all, I reason to myself, if you’re not multitasking, aren’t you just being lazy? I never used to be that person who experienced bloating or alternating bouts of constipation and diarrhea, but here I am!...