We all fall into habits of mind and body, of attention and inattention, which result in our not being present for our own lives. The consequences of this inattention can be quite costly. They can result in our missing some really good things, and also in our ignoring really important information and messages about our life, our relationships, and even our own health. An important antidote to this tendency to “tune-out,” to go on “automatic pilot,” is to practice mindfulness....

Achieving thicker-looking hair can be a difficult task for fine hair types, but selecting the right hairstyle and products is the key to avoiding that flat and dull look. Read on to check out how to volumize hair, hairdos for fine hair and the volumizing products that we love the most: ** 1. Start with Clean Hair It’s really important to start off with a clean slate. That means freshly washed and conditioned hair....

Renowned illustrator and writer Maira Kalman has created many New Yorker covers and almost 30 books, including an illustrated version of The Elements of Style. She’s designed clocks, coats, coasters, and hats. Her latest book, My Favorite Things, is a catalog of what delights her. After a conversation about art in everyday life, she shares with us glimpses of ordinary things she finds extraordinary. Mindful: What is it about your love of objects?...

Today we’re going to explore how we can build powerful communities of care. Throughout history, our greatest cultural shifts and positive leaps have been born from a place of collectivism. The idea that “united we are stronger” has been proven time and time again. But what about the idea that together we are “healthier”? What about the argument that bonding with our peers brings us comfort in trying times? What about the possibility that a strong community helps all its members achieve physical and mental wellbeing?...

How to Keep Your Hair Healthy: The Basics How to Keep Your Hair Healthy: The Basics Healthy hair has normal porosity. If you spritz water on your strands and it doesn’t bead up (low-porosity), or soak-in (high-porosity), you’ve got healthy, beautiful hair. If you have normal porosity hair, you want to look for systems designed for normal to dry hair (healthy hair), as you don’t need a lot of conditioning. You might try Dove Oxygen Moisture....