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What can I say? Im also not alone when it comes to dealing withrelationshipstruggles right now. Whether or not to go to anew park versus an old parkhas become a red-alert conflict. Thais Varela/Adobe Stock Small daily tasks turn into tempting opportunities to snip at each other. And, well, good for them. And, honestly, lets say youarein arelationshipthats thriving during the pandemicthese tips might make things even better. No surprise: The biggest advice is to communicate....

When it comes to yourglutes, its easy to focusonlyon the biggest muscleyour glute max. It includes two muscles: the gluteus medius and the gluteus minimus. And that can increase your chances of injury to those areas due to that overstress. Katie Thompson Unfortunately, many of us have weak side butts. Ting created for SELF the five-move side-butt workout that hones in on this important, often-underworked muscle group. Youve got a few different options for slotting this circuit into your routine....

Figuring out a rheumatoid arthritis management plan can be tricky. In addition to taking medication, many people make lifestyle modifications to help with rheumatoid arthritis management. Someresearchsuggests that meditating regularly may help people cope with rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. Danil Nevsky/Adobe Stock Ive found that 15 minutes of guided meditation everyday really helps, she says. Julie M., 51, a health coach, says that meditation was life-changing for her. Which, after a decade with RA, I didnt think Id ever do again, she says....

With the right understanding and prep, youll be tossing apples in everything from breakfast to dinner to dessert. Just keep a few things in mind so your homemade creations can be as tasty as the store-bought ones. So if youre in abreakfastmood, mix them into fluffy pancakes or creamy overnight oats. iko636/Getty Images For lunch, try tossing them into ahearty salador sheet pan stir-fry, he says. Bake them into crispy chips or moist muffins if you need a snack....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. As we leave summer behind and inch into autumn, traditional fall candles dont feelquite rightyet. Images courtesy of the brands (Are you thinking,Wow, this woman takes candles way too seriously?yet? Because youre right and I have no regrets.) Earthy and bright, it blends frankincense, saffron, redwood, poppy, and pomelo....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. They didnt seem like anything you could study up on. Images courtesy of publishers Turns out, I was totally wrong. There are many different ways to dive into your ~relational education~. Attached by Amir Levine, M.D., and Rachel Heller, M.A. The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John M....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Champions presence is outgoing, warm, and comforting; her dynamic with Hill is playful yet challenging. Getty Images / NBC / Contributor It is plain to see that they are exactly what we need to be watching at this moment. Today, Champion lives with her really old dog, Coco, a Lhasapoo, in Los Angeles....

might seem like a pretty straightforward questionits askin conditionthat causes raised bumpy patches, right? Not quite, actually. Psoriasis is a chronicautoimmune conditionthat causes issues with the skin. Adobe Stock / Konstantin Kolosov And its so much more than the physical symptoms you probably associate with it. For one, there are several different types of psoriasis and each persons experience with the condition is unique. Before we dive in, lets cover the basics:Psoriasiscauses the skin to regenerate more quickly than normal....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. When I was diagnosed withadult onset epilepsy, I realized I needed to invest in a medical alert bracelet. Image courtesy of the brand that requires attention, in case youre unable to speak for yourself. Now, durability and visibility are important, especially if you have a serious, life-threatening condition....

Bitch, what a time to be alive. As if a global pandemic wasnt enough, white supremacys chickens have (finally!) started to come home to roost and were all bearing the weight of the fallout. NikkiHughes/Adobe Stock They are also the most important thing you and I can do right now. But none of that really matters unless you do the important work of decolonizing yourself. What does this look like?...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Anytime is a good one to supportBlack-owned brands and businesses. Beach Hours From bold patterns to minimal neutrals, theres an activewear item available for just about every style and preference. Here, 14Black-ownedactive brands to shop and support right now. This long-line bralette has a quick-drying four-way stretch fabric that partners well with a low-intensity workout....

So what amount of protein should you shoot for in a snack? Well, everybody is different, so theres no one-size-fits-all recommendation. Body size, activity level, and health and fitness goals are all factors that could affect your requirements. Nicolas Lupul/bhofack2/Getty Images An added benefit of homemade overstore-bought? And lets not forget you could tailor and tweak it according to whatever specific youre craving too. Slather sauce on some edamame. Much more than an appetizer, edamame really doesnt get the credit that its due, Nielsen says....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Summer is wrapping upand that means we’re in for some great end-of-summer sales, too. Miray Celebi Kaba/GettyImages This weekend, new customers can get 50% off their first order with the code LABORDAY50. That code expires tonight, so act fast! Featured item:Klean Kanteen Insulated Water Bottle (32 oz....