Empathy – the awareness of and ability to share the feelings of others – is a very abstract, difficult task to teach to young children. In order for a child to demonstrate appropriate empathetic behavior towards someone else, he must fully … Continue Reading...
This Week On Meraki Lane
Indian Hair Growth Secrets: Healthy Natural Hair Growth Tips That Work
Long, healthy hair never goes out of style. Ever since I was young, I remember being enamored by movie stars, my favorite singers, and everyday women with long, luscious hair. There’s something about it that oozes confidence and sultry beauty. But … Continue Reading...
Face Mapping 101: What Do Your Breakouts Mean and How Can You Stop Them?
If you haven’t heard of face mapping, you’re going to want to take note! The location of your breakouts isn’t random, it can actually tell you a lot about your health and what’s going on inside your body. When something’s off internally, it always … Continue Reading...
How to Get Rid of Bloating: 8 Tips That Work
Oh, the dreaded bloat. It can hit you at any time, and sometimes even the worst times – like when you have a super important meeting, you’re getting ready for a night out, or you’re having a romantic night in. Bloating can build up throughout the day … Continue Reading...
Back-to-School Guide: 32 Back to School Tips and Tricks for Parents
With the first day of school lingering in the not-so-distant future, I’m feeling both excited and overwhelmed. My daughter is starting first grade this year, and while kindergarten helped us get our feet wet with school routines, homework, and … Continue Reading...
Learn to Run: The Beginners Guide to Running for Weight Loss
If you're looking for a beginners guide to running for weight loss, you've come to the right place. If you told my 20-year-old self I would one day make the commitment to learn to run, and that I would eventually teach myself how to run 5K with … Continue Reading...
9 Simple Tips to End Power Struggles With Children (#6 is GENIUS!)
As any parent knows, having young children can often make you feel like you're in constant negotiations. While they are testing every boundary you've set, they don't realize that you have worked hard to create rules that will keep them safe and … Continue Reading...
Taking Care of You: 6 Ways to Improve Emotional Health
Tending to your emotional health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. If you’re struggling to balance your emotional health, it can lead to physical issues such as chest pains, ulcers, and high blood sugar, as well as … Continue Reading...
How to Tame Frizzy Hair: 12 Hair Products That Work (Under $40)
Having naturally curly hair, I’m aware of its ups and downs. One of the biggest negatives of a head full of curls? Frizz. To diminish frizz once and for all, I looked to Japanese hair straightening - a chemical relaxer that straightens and de-frizzes … Continue Reading...
