You have already created the “reality” in which you exist via the thoughts, habits, and actions you’ve repeated over and over throughout your life. You will experience whatever you believe. And you will believe whatever you repeatedly tell yourself is true. This is why ditching those types of mantras and consciously creating (and endlessly repeating) ones that are aligned with what you’d like to experience and who you’d like to become is a powerful way to change your life....

How to Make Rice Pudding with Leftover White Rice Traditional rice pudding cooks in a mix of water and milk, which helps make it super creamy, and helps the rice become soft and flavorful. When you’re using leftover rice from the fridge, it can be a little dry, but since it’s already cooked, you don’t want to re-cook it in water and milk, because it could turn to mush. A great way to give the rice lots of flavor and creaminess without overcooking is to use your slow cooker to make rice pudding....

If you think the materials list is simple, check out our easy step-by-step instructions to make your own wreath in just minutes. Then you can display your finished creation all spring long—this front door decoration is a cheery way to welcome guests. How to Make a Tulip Wreath Supplies Needed 18-inch wire wreath form8 yards of 2-inch ribbonScissorsHot-glue gunHot glue20 bunches of mini tulipsFlorists wireWire clippers Step-by-Step Directions Follow these easy instructions to make your own artificial flower wreath....

Fortunately, some direct-to-consumer paint brands, such as Clare, are attempting to simplify the painting process by eliminating the trek to the paint store and curating the color options. Taking it one step further, Clare’s founder Nicole Gibbons recently expanded her product line to include trim paint colors—so you can now paint your entire home without a single trip to the paint store. So how do you take the guesswork out of picking trim paint colors, especially when you’re navigating the process online or even on your phone?...

It’s easy to understand why people are so passionate about bearded irises. This very diverse group of plants offers gorgeous flowers. In addition to their long bloom time, bearded irises come in an incredible variety of colors and patterns. These plants get their name from a patch of soft bristles on the lower petals of the flowers. Where to Plant Bearded Iris These hardy perennials flourish in USDA Zones 3-9, where winter temperatures dip below freezing and let the plant go dormant before next year’s growth....

“Overeating during a single meal is not uncommon, especially around the holidays,” says Matthew Bechtold, MD, a gastroenterologist at the University of Missouri. While eating a giant meal until you’re stuffed can make you feel pretty unpleasant, the good news is that it’s not irreversibly harmful or dangerous. While it’s better to eat in moderation, the body can handle both small and large meals. What’s more, you can trust that the side effects of eating a giant meal will go away in just a few hours....

For guidance, we asked four industry experts who know mortgages, the housing sector, and smart money planning to walk through the important steps you can take now to become a homeowner. How the economic climate impacts homeownership The current housing market is daunting and for potential homebuyers in their twenties, many of whom are saddled by student debt, things can be even more discouraging. According to a recent study by Rocket Mortgage, of the 86....

Why Do Bug Bites Itch? Bug bites can range from unpleasant to painful. But most of the time when you’re dealing with an itchy bug bite, you’re dealing with a mosquito bite. When a mosquito bites you, it doesn’t just suck out some of your blood—it actually releases some of its saliva into your skin. (Fleas and ticks do the same. Spiders inject a combination of saliva and venom into your skin when they bite you....

You’re probably already familiar with garlic’s pungent taste (and smell), but here are a few more facts to know when it comes to cooking with fresh garlic. Choosing a Fresh Garlic Bulb Garlic is available year-round, and common types can be purchased loose as a single bulb or “head” as it’s sometimes called. To select the freshest, most flavorful garlic, look for a dry, solid bulb that is plump, compact, and heavy....

There’s a plethora of hair hacks, making it hard to decide which are worth trying. To shed some light on the good ones, we reached out to Lisa Price, founder of leading haircare brand Carol’s Daughter, and celebrity hairstylist Charlene Spiller to recommend natural and curly hair hacks to try at home. Hair massagers, like Vitagoods Scalp Massaging Shampoo Brush ($16; target.com), offer a gentle alternative to scrubbing and exfoliating your scalp with your fingers....

Oven-Going Meat Thermometer An oven-safe meat thermometer goes into any size or cut of meat (whole turkeys, roasts, chicken breast, you name it!) before roasting or grilling. This type of thermometer can remain in the meat while roasting in the oven or cooking on the grill. To use a leave-in meat thermometer: Insert the thermometer at least two inches into the center of the largest muscle or thickest portion of the uncooked meat....

1. Take Stock The end of the growing season is the perfect time to assess the perennial garden. All the successes and challenges will be fresher in your mind than next spring, when your memories of the previous season may have faded. Look with a critical eye, pairing your vision for the space with how the plants are growing. Which perennials thrived? Which ones struggled, and can any of those plants be moved to a better spot?...

Until recently, my results were inconsistent. My best attempts came from pan-frying, but I was determined to find a method that required less oil. After a fair amount of research and a lot of chickpea taste tests, I’m confident I’ve discovered the best, most reliable method there is. Here’s how to make crispy oven-baked chickpeas: Preheat the oven to 450°F and place a rimmed baking sheet in the oven while it preheats....

Skin icing is a cryotherapy treatment (also known as cold therapy) in which skin is exposed to extremely cold temperatures for several minutes. Gadgets like facial globes and ice rollers stored in a skincare fridge are popular, with experts like facialist Melanie Grant (who counts Victoria Beckham amongst her A-list clientele) sharing icy skincare tools and routines. But the most basic form of cryotherapy is smearing ice cubes on the face, an easy and practically free treatment that can be done right at home....

From timeless to trendy, we’ve rounded up five of our favorite countertops and matched them up with the homeowner or remodeler they’d fit best. Whether you’re in search of a Fixer Upper-style kitchen or a sleek, modern cook space, there’s a countertop here that will make you want to remodel. Trilium Countertops Best for: Trendy Modern-Industrialists A high-tech hybrid of quartz, porcelain, and glass, Dekton is a newcomer to the countertop industry, first introduced in 2013....

The zesty yet savory ground spice blend is flavorful yet balanced, and can be used in countless dishes. Sprinkle a few dashes onto some baked chicken wings, or add some to your burger meat. Or perhaps you’d like to try a traditional New Orleans dish like beurre blanc shrimp. Jazz up your fries and roasted vegetables, or craft your very own compound butter to add to steak and lobster (is your mouth watering yet?...

Ideally, you should answer “yes” to all of these questions, but if not, we’re here to help. This list of must-haves clarifies exactly what you should have in case of minor illness and injuries. For severe symptoms, bypass the medicine cabinet and go directly to your doctor when possible. Apart from your prescriptions, what you want are the tools to treat less severe cuts and burns, headaches, fevers, coughs, itching, allergies, or a runny nose....

Mini Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls (adapted from here and here) Printable Recipe Instructions:

With these fertilizer spikes, it doesn’t take a green thumb and a huge time commitment to keep your houseplants happy and healthy. Since they deliver a targeted amount of nutrients that last up to two months per spike, you can check one more activity off your plant care to-do list. To buy: $3 for 24 spikes; amazon.com. Simply stick a few Miracle-Gro Plant Food Spikes into your houseplant’s moist soil—a small 3-inch pot only needs two spikes, while a 5-inch pot takes three—and press down until they’re covered in soil....

Enter: Modern Sprout’s collection of convenient indoor gardening kits, which make growing your own lavender, basil, mint, and chamomile easier than ever. Each kit comes with organic seeds housed inside a chic glass planter. Beyond the brand’s streamlined and sustainable approach, each herb planter features a self-watering hydroponic system—a truly low-maintenance growing process, no green thumb necessary. The planters provide your mini garden with all the water and essential nutrients needed to grow, giving you access to fresh herbs for all your favorite dishes and drinks....