September 03, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the smartest experts and brand founders in wellness right now. Get the goods at our monthly event series in New York City plus our online one-month wellness plans. Here, Mama Cax—blogger, model, and body positivity and disability advocate—shares her four-week guide to total body empowerment. You don’t have to scroll far on social media to find someone applauding body positivity, and with good reason: It’s easy to give lip service to the movement (who couldn’t use a little more self love?). But sometimes it’s not so easy to actually put the concept into practice. Because, let’s face it, we all have insecurities. Disability advocate, blogger, and model Mama Cax is no stranger to the feeling. After having her leg amputated as a result of bone cancer when she was 16, she had to factor in losing her leg to the body-image issues most teenage girls were already feeling. ad_intervals[‘411424_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘411424_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); So how did she not only embrace her post-surgery body, but also become a voice for disability visibility in the fashion world and beyond? Celebrating the small steps forward, and not stressing over setbacks. “Since my surgery, I’ve dealt with added body insecurities, but have come to realize that loving my body is not a destination,” Cax says. “Rather, [it’s] a journey, and I need to appreciate every step of it.”
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Here’s why this investing expert thinks giving up lattes to save money is bad financial advice
September 03, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC https://content.jwplatform.com/players/s7BKsXCI-AjgxWzQ7.js Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the smartest experts and brand founders in wellness right now. Get the goods at our monthly event series in New York City and upcoming events in Los Angeles and San Francisco—plus dive into our online one-month wellness plans. Here, score some money-saving advice from Sallie Krawcheck. Stop us if you’ve heard this before: Buying over-priced coffee is such a waste of money. While yes, those daily lattes do add up, Ellevest co-founder Sallie Krawcheck says that’s not always a reason to skimp. ad_intervals[‘415091_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘415091_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); In fact, the former Merrill Lynch and Citi Wealth Management CEO says that sort of shame-y attitude toward how women spend their money is exactly why many women feel less than when it comes to handling their financial situations. “What I’ve learned being in the financial advisory business and engaging with women is that money overall for most of us is a source of shame,” Krawcheck says. “It’s a source of isolation. It’s a source of loneliness. It’s a source of ‘I don’t feel like I’m quite getting this right.’” Instead of feeling guilted into giving up your morning matchas—especially if they are a source of joy in your day—she advocates for creating a budget that includes them. “Forget the bad financial advice that tells women, ‘Don’t buy the latte,’ and makes us all feel guilty,” she says. “What you really
This model has a genius perspective on how to love your body even when you don’t feel like it
September 03, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC https://content.jwplatform.com/players/AV3W2Imy-AjgxWzQ7.js Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the smartest experts and brand founders in wellness right now. Get the goods at our monthly event series in New York City and upcoming events in Los Angeles and San Francisco—plus dive into our online one-month wellness plans. But first, get some tips on how to love your body better from Mama Cax. If it would take less than 30 seconds for you to name your top insecurities, congratulations—you’re human. And while some days you walk around feeling fierce in your own skin, other days the confident vibes just don’t flow as freely. ad_intervals[‘415380_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘415380_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); So if you find yourself needing a body-confidence-boosting pep talk every once in a while (don’t we all?), blogger, model, and disability advocate Mama Cax has some advice for you. Cax was diagnosed with bone cancer when she was 14 years old, and had to have her right leg amputated at 17—so she’s had a lot of practice learning how to be comfortable in her body right now, exactly how she is—even on days when the feeling doesn’t come naturally. “Be in the moment,” Cax advises. “I love to stay active and work out, and oftentimes I find myself worrying about how my body might look. But I think it’s more important to be grateful for how my body is performing rather than how it’s looking.” File that away under
How to use meditation as a tool to deepen your relationships
September 03, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the smartest experts and brand founders in wellness right now. Get the goods at our monthly event series in New York City plus our online one-month wellness plans. Here, Ellie Burrows Gluck, co-founder and CEO of MNDFL, shares her four-week guide to deepening relationships through meditation. If you’ve ever sat cross-legged on a comfy cushion and intentionally zoned out, you know that meditating is a real way to turn off those wandering thoughts and connect to yourself. But what if you could bring those same grounded feelings to your relationships with others? “If we can sit and be mindful of something as simple as the breath, then we can bring that practice off the cushion to the more dynamic activities that are a part of everyday life,” says Ellie Burrows Gluck, founder and CEO of MNDFL, a New York-based meditation studio that features expert teachers who provide a variety of techniques in an accessible way. ad_intervals[‘410299_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘410299_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); “A consistent meditation practice lends itself to showing up with a more open heart and helps us manage our reactions to different things that might trigger us.” And the benefits don’t just extend to you. “Relationships are challenging,” Gluck says. “A consistent meditation practice lends itself to showing up with a more open heart and helps us manage our reactions to different things that
Tap this watermelon and grilled halloumi salad with hemp hearts for a taste of summer all year long
September 03, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Still in denial that it’s September? Good news: That doesn’t mean you need to retire all your favorite summer flavors (yes, light and refreshing is a combo that works 24/7, 365). For proof, see exhibit A: This bursting-with-flavor watermelon and grilled halloumi salad with hemp hearts, an easy dish to have on repeat no matter the time of year. The real show-stopper of the whole ensemble, though? Manitoba Harvest Organic Hemp Hearts, which add an extra crunch that packs 10 grams of plant protein, 12 grams of omegas 3 and 6, and key vitamins and minerals. Yes, you just perfected the ideal salad formula. Watch the video below for a better look at this salad recipe—plus, the step-by-step instructions on how to recreate it in your own kitchen. https://content.jwplatform.com/players/NJpTXiEV-AjgxWzQ7.js ad_intervals[‘414342_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘414342_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Continue Reading… Author Well+Good Editors | Well and Good Selected by CWC
How to get the most out of meditating—even when you feel like you have zero time
September 03, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC https://content.jwplatform.com/players/3QmCP6Ff-AjgxWzQ7.js Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the smartest experts and brand founders in wellness right now. Get the goods at our monthly event series in New York City and upcoming events in Los Angeles and San Francisco—plus dive into our online one-month wellness plans. And now, find out how to meditate below from MNDFL’s Ellie Burrows Gluck. Between work, clocking in your steps, and your numerous social commitments, setting intentional time aside to meditate can feel like your own personal Everest. The reassuring thing? Even master meditators like Ellie Burrows Gluck, founder of New York City meditation space MNDFL, feel you. ad_intervals[‘414787_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘414787_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); “If someone says they don’t have time for meditation, I completely understand what they mean—we live incredibly busy and full lives,” says Gluck. That said, “Meditation is the ultimate mobile device—you can take it anywhere with you,” she adds, quoting esteemed meditation teacher Sharon Salzberg. Find out how you can fit meditation into any part of your day in the video above—and above all else, remember that it’s less complicated than you think. The important thing? Remember Gluck’s three C’s of meditation: commitment, consistency, and cumulative—all of which will help you on your journey to building a practice that sticks. “Even if you think you can’t meditate, if you could bring your full attention to just one single breath, the in breath and the out
Later, laces: These slip-on sneakers are a lazy girl’s best friend
September 02, 2019 at 10:00PM by CWC Crop tops. Dreamy SoulCycle collaborations. Dayglo Leggings. With every new week, there’s a new trend we have our eye on, and this week it’s slip-on sneakers. They’re making a comeback, and I’m not just talking the Vans or Keds that you used to rock in 1998 (although those are poppin’ back up, too). Big-name favorites like Jordan, APL, and Adidas are releasing their own easy-to-wear styles, all of which are perfect for traveling and some—even meant for light activity. “If they’re done properly, skipping laces can really elevate the look of the shoe,” says Adam Goldston, co-founder of APL, whose wildly popular Techloom Bliss slip-on comes in just about every colorway you could imagine, and happens to be their No. 1 seller. “We try to leave as little to chance as possible when we actually release a new silhouette, and that’s done by having an open dialogue with our customers, followers, and supporters.” ad_intervals[‘393757_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘393757_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’);}); } }, 100); Unlike chunky sneakers, which definitely fit a certain type of style profile, laceless sneakers are available in different profiles perfect for any taste. Louisa Page, the design director for Jordan woman’s division, said that their female customer wants options, and lately, that includes slip-on. “She wants something that fits her busy lifestyle, and our job is to obsess the details for them—from comfort and functionality to style and design,” she says, highlighting the AJ1 slip, which is
Skip the salt and season pasta water with these healthy low-sodium alternatives
September 02, 2019 at 08:02PM by CWC I eat more pasta than anyone I know. It doesn’t matter if it’s spaghetti, fettuccine, macaroni… I just can’t get enough. And every time I boil up a new batch, I do what every cooking-show chef does: add some salt into the mix. Probably a little too much of it, if I’m being honest. Using the not-so-secret ingredient while cooking those noodles makes them so delish that I could—and often do!—eat them plain. But since loading up on salt isn’t exactly the most nutritious way to increase the flavor, it’s probably time to start reaching for alternatives that still bring on the umami without all the extra sodium. One of the easiest—and most unexpected ways—to do so is reaching for some seaweed. “If you’re looking to reduce your sodium intake, you can add other types of seasoning to the water to help infuse your pasta,” says Whitney English, RD. “Bragg makes an awesome organic, vegan sea kelp blend that’s salt-free, yet provides that umami flavor thanks to the sea vegetables.” ad_intervals[‘418935_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘418935_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Seaweed is just the beginning, though. English has a handful of other simple ingredients up her sleeve to boost the flavor, too. “Use roasted garlic, sautéed mushrooms, fresh herbs, infused oils, and stewed tomatoes,” she says. Richard Rea, executive chef of The Butcher’s Daughter, is a fan of adding a little acidity. “Using a little bit of natural acid will always
Hit the snooze button! These exercises in bed count as a full-body workout
September 02, 2019 at 06:00PM by CWC You know those mornings when you straight up just don’t want to get out of bed for the sake of getting a workout in? Same. But in what might just be the best news ever, you actually may not have to, because we found a workout you can do entirely from under the covers…and no, I’m actually not talking about sex. Though, that counts too. While exercises in bed may not be quite as effective as, say, exercises in the gym (I think you probably could have guessed that), there actually are some benefits associated with working out on top of a mattress. “You will naturally be slightly off balance which will force you stabilize through your core, which is a great way to work on your balance,” says Jackie Vick, CSCS, a trainer at Gold’s Gym. If you generally have a hard time getting up and down off of the ground, she adds that a bed can be a great option. Vick recommends doing the below circuit training series that involves 30 seconds of movement on followed by 15 seconds off. After you complete one round, rest for 30 to 45 seconds and repeat for four rounds total. Seriously, your muscles will be on fire by the time the series is over. ad_intervals[‘419275_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘419275_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’);}); } }, 100); 1. Glute bridge: Begin on your back with knees bent and feet close to your hips. Keep your
A 3-step plan to stop your constantly complaining friend from confusing you with their therapist
September 02, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC It’s a tragic thing when your social happy hour shape-shifts into a therapy session for someone else. You know what I mean, right? People who complain about the same problem, over and over, begin to monopolize every meet-up, and you sit there wondering, “Should we be eating these tacos, or should you be cutting me a check for $250?” And whether they’re venting about their toxic boss or how they need to break up with Unremarkable Blake (“Again?“), you’ve literally run out responses. So for the sake of your friendship and your sanity, what’s a good way to say, “I love you, but the doctor is out”? Maybe this isn’t a problem for people like my hairstylist, who recently told me she’s part of the “live and let live” school of thought, which I respect. However, I’m a graduate of the University of Here’s My Unsolicited Opinion About What You Should Do with a major in You’re Being Effing Stupid and a minor in But I’m Not Your Mother, So Whatever. I can’t not try to help my friends when they bring me problems—especially when they bring them up repeatedly. So when my advice seems to get ignored, it stings a bit more. While that might be a specific-to-me thing, is it wrong for anyone to cut off friends when the complaining becomes draining? ad_intervals[‘401516_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘401516_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); Short answer: no. Well+Good’s Good@Work columnist