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“The plant’s notability comes from its ability to survive in lower light and drought-tolerant conditions. It also has a natural resistance to many pests and diseases,” Pangborn tells mbg. Native to the temperate conditions of Japan and China, the Aspidistra elatior has been a popular houseplant around the world for ages. “The nickname for the cast iron plant emerged alongside its rise in popularity during the Regency era,” Pangborn explains. “It continued to reign as one of the most popular houseplants in the Victorian era....

November 11 (11/11) is Twin Flame Day, so we asked relationships reader Nicole Bowman (aka Live the Light) to tell us everything we should know about this special type of soul mate. She’s one of over 4,000 community-vetted psychics and spiritual advisers at Keen.com who are available to chat with anyone seeking guidance and clarity on their career, relationships, even financial wellness. Read on to see our most burning questions answered below....

Of course, depending on what you believe and how you relate to spirituality, another way of thinking about old souls is the idea that we’re all perhaps different incarnations of universal life force, and those old souls are simply tapped into that wisdom on a deeper level (and from an earlier age) during that lifetime. As spiritual guide and author of Sacred Landscapes of the Soul, Karen Brailsford tells mbg, “I believe there’s a timelessness or eternality we all have access to—this innate wisdom and core truth....

Here’s everything you need to know about growing an avocado tree from seed, plus some insider tips and tricks to give yours a chance at bearing fruit. “[Begin by] gently removing the meat around the seed. Don’t try to do a deep crack with a knife. Use a fork and pop it out,” says Jessica Hunter, District 1 representative of the California Avocado Commission (yes, it’s a thing!). Hunter notes that leaving the pit’s outer skin intact will help protect it from infection....

Regardless, many of the princes—good nutrition, tempering inflammation, and approaching skin care from a holistic lens—are backed by studies, time and again. Iron is also a foundation of healthy skin as iron deficiencies can lead to sallow, dry, itchy. prematurely aging skin. Beets and carrots are excellent natural sources of iron. Figuring out your dominant dosha can help determine the right way to cleanse your skin: Vata skin is usually thin and dry, so foaming soaps should be avoided and cool, tepid water should be used when cleansing....

Cryo facial treatments, however, offer our skin all the inflammation-reducing and circulation-boosting benefits—with none of the extreme measures. When cold is applied to the skin, it causes the blood to rise to the surface, which gives an instant lift to calm puffy-looking areas. In addition, proponents of cryo facial treatments have cited a reduction in the appearance of pores, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles over time. For many years, glow-seekers turned to refrigerated spoons, cucumber slices, or even ice cubes to benefit from this cooling effect, but new technology has taken things to the next level, giving us a safe way to get even more out of cold therapy....

Entering the world of hemp-derived CBD products can be overwhelming, especially for those who want to explore the benefits of CBD but worry about the trace amount of THC that’s legally allowed in hemp. Luckily, not all CBD oils are made the same; it’s possible to find THC-free CBD oils made with either broad-spectrum hemp or CBD isolate. These options allow you to still reap the perks of a cannabidiol without worrying about even minimal amounts of THC....