CBD, or cannabidiol, has been gaining praise lately for its long list of therapeutic and medical benefits. CBD is the second most abundant cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant, and has become famous for its non-psychoactive nature.

In addition to being non-psychoactive, CBD can reduce the mind-altering effects of other cannabinoids like THC in the cannabis plant.

If you’ve noticed the terms “full-spectrum,” “broad spectrum” and “isolate” when reading about hemp or CBD products but are in the dark about what they all mean, this post is intended to provide you with the important cliff notes of each description.

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When you own one or two core aspects of your style — like Cruella red lipstick, black fitted blazers, or even a trusty pair of sneakers — and you do it so frequently that your team members barely recognize you without those signature looks, it can be a good thing.

Emotional intelligence is proving to be more beneficial than intellectual intelligence in the workplace, and that’s great news for women leaders.

While working from home has amazing perks — your freedom being key — it can be really challenging to get into the groove of things, especially if you are just starting out. How can you be more productive while working remotely? Keeping a routine is central to accomplishing your work effectively and on time.

There comes a point in every woman’s career where she feels unimportant, inadequate, or just plain lost. It can feel impossible to get out of a career slump when nothing seems to be going right, especially when others can tell you feel uneasy about your abilities and position.

Whether you're just beginning your career with no clue what you want to do or halfway through it and slipping into a midlife crisis, no one likes the feeling of uncertainty. Not knowing where your career is headed can be a scary feeling, and not in a fun, roller-coaster way — it’s usually more of a thrum of ongoing anxiety that can easily become panic.

How your outlook can change everything - Molding your mindset for a successful business. Any good leader knows that stay upbeat during the ups and downs of business is central in keeping all moving parts (and people) rolling.

The seed has been planted: Word is getting around about the many benefits of cannabis, particularly catching the attention of people who are into natural health and wellness.

In Ayurveda, there is not a one-size-fits-all diet or lifestyle routine that works for everyone. The practice respects the uniqueness of each individual and offers natural ways to treat diseases and promote health.

According to the ISPA Spa Workforce Study, the average number of hours worked per week is significantly high for those in spa management positions with 87 percent of study respondents working more than 40 hours per week. This long hours culture could be the result of several challenges spa leaders continue to face in today's spa work environment.

"It has been my philosophy in my career that if you are here for the paycheck, you are here for the wrong reasons." Solving employee retention through talent development include incentives to stay, leading a happy team, developing an existing workforce and recruiting the best.

“Live life colorfully.” This quote has been used by authors and designers alike to capture what it means to live a full, vibrant and adventurous life. Read between the lines as it applies to fashion, and the quote reads, “Style yourself in color for a life of abundance.”

The spotlight on wellness is burning brighter than ever, and it looks like edible ingredient skincare is next on the list of big trends in the industry. Emerging from the fact that healthy eating and intake of nutrients or supplements equates to a better, more radiant complexion, this phenomenon appeals to sustainable-minded consumers on the hunt for natural and organic-certified beauty products.

2018 is officially the Year of Wellness. Buzzwords you can expect to hear everywhere include wellness, self-care, digital detox, clean eating and clean beauty. The start of a new year brings hope, positivity and a clean slate to renew your life...

Diversity in the spa environment is important; you want guests to feel comfortable no matter their sex, age, race or language. When just the simple act of finding enough qualified employees to fill your team is such a huge obstacle in today’s spa climate...