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Because Thanksgiving decor often extends from the inside of our homes to at least the front porch outside, we decided to separate our Thanksgiving decorations into two different categories: Indoor decor and Outdoor decor. From table centerpieces to wreaths and everything in between, if you’re needing Thanksgiving decorating ideas, we’ve got you covered! ** Indoor Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas Indoor Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas It all starts with the interior!! Set the tone for Thanksgiving with these fabulous indoor decorating ideas....

However, even with the increase in mindfulness practice and mental health awareness, the diseases of despair (suicide, substance misuse, alcohol-related disease), and the many stress-mediated chronic diseases (heart disease, high blood pressure, depression) are on the rise, leading to a continued decline in U.S. life expectancy. Perhaps we’re still missing a piece of the puzzle? As a licensed psychologist, professor, and co-founder of Open Source Wellness, I have a particular take on this problem....

To answer this question, NPR has created a glossary that summarizes 7 key skills as well as the language around them. The confusion over what language to use—soft skills? 21st century skills? growth mindset?—comes from the fact that these skills are gaining recognition due to emerging evidence that non-academic, social, and emotional skills really make a difference in a child’s life. See the full glossary here. One key skill that we’d add to their list is “emotional intelligence”: the ability to understand your own emotions and recognize the emotions of others....

I wrote about this in my book, Mindfulness Meditations for the Anxious Traveler: “It is what it is, while it is. Nothing lasts forever. Difficulties will pass and so will the wonders; tune in to the preciousness of life. Bring this awareness into the moments of your day, tuning in to what really matters.” Three Mind Traps that Drain Inner Strength Three Mind Traps that Drain Inner Strength Life is so precious....

Rank higher than a 5-star hotel with all of your out-of-town family and friends with our ULTIMATE hosting kit. With the holidays around the corner, most people with either be traveling or hosting out-of-town family or guests! If it’s your year to host, make your guests’ stay both comfortable and enjoyable with our darling printable kit, created by the talented Leah at LA Sync! {TOTALLY check her out for all of your customizable design needs} This kit welcomes them from the second they hit the door of their room with our beautiful door hanger!...