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Being the best version of yourself is nothing short of awesome. For some people, that may mean making a change in their lives. And for others, it can mean learning to accept and love their bodies just the way they are. Canadian MagazineNOWTorontoreleased its Love Your Body issue this month to fight back against body-shaming. Via Tumblr “New year, same old beautiful you.” The issue featured brave models like these vibrant actresses… ## …this activist and pregnant mom… “We’re taught to hide our vulnerabilities....

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. Want to add more vegan meals into your life? You need these tips fromFood52. The makings of a perfect vegan meal. Tempeh “bacon.” Photo byJames Ransom 1. Some people go vegan overnight, and they never look back. But for many others, a slow transition is more sustainable (and pleasurable) than a 180-degree turn....

I know when that 3 PM bell rings. That can only mean one thing. (Snacks, obviously.) Courtesy of Sarah-Jane Bedwell / Graphic by Valerie Fischel This combo will give you a burst of energy and keep you satisfied until dinner. Here are 14 of my favorite options that fit that bill: This satisfying snack comes together in minutes. Microwave on high for 1-1:30 minutes or until the popping slows. Courtesy of Sarah-Jane Bedwell...

Baby, its cold outside. The bowls of steamy goodness below are powerful elixirsthey will cure all types of winter chills. Stockpile to sustain you all winter. Plus, the soup offers a pop of gorgeous color that will brighten any gloomy winter day. This French onion soupmight just be the perfect meal for when its basically a tundra outside. Whats sexier than caramelized onions blanketed with oozy, melty cheese? Thats why this soup from Eatori is extra hot....

Body language says a lot. These tips fromPureWowhelp you convey the perfect message without saying a word. Say youre interviewing for your dream job. Were talking corner office and cold-brew coffee on tap. Youve gone through your talking points no fewer than 76 times. Turns out, what you do with your body says as muchif not moreabout you than your actual words. Perfect your posture. Aim to sit or stand up straight, but not so straight that you seem rigid and uncomfortable....

These do-anywhere abs exercises fromPOPSUGAR Fitnessare perfect for busy days. No need to overthink this. Below are six exercises. Youve seen them before. Youve done them before. Youve wished they worked before. Youll be doing them in a sequence that is most conducive to targeting your core muscles. Youll only be doing one set of each exercise. How many reps you ask? As many as you’ve got the option to until you cant do anymore....

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. This may catch you off guard, but health-wise, it’s NBD. HBO “This is so common, but it is still really hard to go through during the moment.” (Especially if your sheets get stained!) “Dont feel embarrassed, think of it as a new challenge,” says Overstreet....

Right now, she’s focused on making sure that American people sign up for healthcare coverage. Health insurance companies can no longer deny coverage due to pre-existing conditions, or drop someone for being sick. Open enrollment for 2016 healthcare plans ends on January 31, 2016. WASHINGTON - OCTOBER 05: Dr. Jill Biden listens as President Barack Obama speaks at the White House Summit on Community Colleges on October 5, 2010 in Washington, DC....

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. That may sound a little existential, but according toDr. Hero Images Inc. / Alamy Are you moving in to save money on rent? (If so, hopefully that’s not theonlyreason.) double-check neither of you are accidentally misleading the other about why you want to take this leap....

Health ConditionsChevron Sexual and Reproductive HealthChevron PeriodsChevron *Beat the PMS blahs with these food recommendations fromWell + Good. * Painful PMS symptomsheadaches, cramps, and bloating!arent always a cut-and-dried case of hormones being hormones. (Many MDs would back her up on this.) LeVeque recommends bulking up your PMS-week meals with these seven magnesium-rich foodschocolate included (hallelujah! Mackerel and tuna are great options, but salmon might be the best, she says. Its high in magnesium, as well as vitamin D and vitamin B12....

Make a rough estimate. Now compare that to how much time you devote solely to yourself. You are important to them. viaTumblr But you are also just straight up important. You cant do everything, and if you try, youre just going to wear yourself out. Your friends will understand. 99gifs / viaGifbay (And if they dont, whatever. And so will you.) Youre there for your friends and family. Universal Pictures / viatearthatcherryout....

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. Let these 14 tips inspire you to start planning a life-changing vacation. Andrea Vincenzo Abbondanza / Unsplash A better strategy may be to give yourself a few days' buffer when researching flights. Sites likeKayakallow you to add three days before and after your ideal travel dates....

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. These recipes fromFood52are for those lazy days (you know what we mean). A dream that doesn’t come true. ), but sometimes, it’s really is just too cold to leave the bed. No food is spill-proof, but these get pretty close to it. Don’t ask me how I know....