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hen master healer Shima Chayvet founded Universal Healing Arts in Cortlandt Manor—branching off of an existing business, Infinite Possibilities, that offers holistic weight loss through an ancient methodology—she was not prepared for
how many lives she would touch. “Not in my wildest dreams did I imagine I would help so many with my gifts, as well as assisting others in finding theirs, by combining both modalities in this beautiful location,” she says. “The new home of Universal Healing Arts is a space with contagious positive energy. The space alone can uplift a mood, and once the healing begins, a notable transformation can and will take place.” Universal Healing Arts offers reiki healing, reiki certification classes, reflexology, reiki circles, qigong, yin yoga classes, full moon circles, group healings with Gene Krackhel from Amazing Healer, and guest speakers who share their knowledge on health issues. It features an event room, which will hold workshops and classes focused on helping community members get in touch with their inner selves; three treatment rooms where people can come for healing sessions with licensed and certified staff; and a metaphysical shop offering books, crystals, pendulums and artwork. “Healing. That is what happens here,” Chayvet says. “The staff heals on a physical, mental and spiritual level. Our hope is to create a healing community, a spiritual space where people can come and reconnect with themselves.”
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onni Sarrett Lederman, who has19 years’ experience teaching singing and speaking voice improvement, will offer a workshop, Express Yourself: Your Voice Is Your Vibration, from 1 to 4 p.m., December 2, at Wainwright House in Rye. Participants will learn to “connect their inner voice to their outer voice for complete freedom of expression.” “Your voice is the interactive vehicle that you take with you into Ronni Sarrett Lederman the world as you connect with others,” she says. “It propels you to create who you are and the formation of your energy in the world. This program is designed to explore the interdependence of your speaking voice, your intended communication, the breath and your body. Learning how to open up the voice is often a life-changing and liberating experience. The process is one of open exploration and incorporates the whole person—mind, body and spirit.” This workshop will include a relaxation meditation, vocal and breathing exercises, movement and exploratory sound making. Participants should wear comfortable clothes and be prepared to move and use their voice. No singing experience is necessary. An occupation therapist and a member of the New York Singing Teachers Association, the National Association of Teachers of Singing and the Voice Foundation, Lederman has performed as a jazz, opera and folk singer in metropolitan New York and is founder and producer of Palisades Opera. Location: 260 Stuyvesant Ave. Rye, NY. For more info, call the Wainwright House at 914.967.6080 or visit Wainwright.org, or call Lederman at 845.548.9308 or visit her website, VocalFocus.com.
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entist turned food educator Dr. Susan Rubin will present Fluoride and Sugar Secrets at the next meeting of Holistic Moms, which will take place at 7:30 p.m., December 6, at the Rye Free Reading Room. Rubin will discuss the climbing rate of tooth decay in children, family strategies for preventing tooth decay, and the history and health issues involved with adding fluoride to our tap water. Among her major assertions is that children under 12 months shouldn’t ingest fluoridated water, as they are highly vulnerable to fluoride toxicity. “Due to their small size, infants receive up to 400 percent more fluoride per pound of body weight than adults consuming the same level of fluoride in water,” she says. “Not only do infants receive a larger dose, they have an impaired ability to excrete fluoride through their kidneys.” Even ardent pro-fluoride dental organizations have expressed similar concerns, she says. In 1994, the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry reversed their decades-long policy of recommending that doctors prescribe fluoride supplements to newborns. “While these organizations have refrained from taking the obvious step of recommending that fluoridated water not be added to infant formula—a practice that exposes infants to nearly four times more fluoride than supplements—a growing number of prominent dental researchers have made this recommendation,” Rubin says. Location: 1061 Boston Post Rd., Rye, NY. For more info, visit HolisticMoms.org and FluorideAlert.org/issues/infant-exposure/.
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he Chapel at Croton Falls Presbyterian Church (USA) will celebrate the holiday season this month with its annual interfaith Winter Solstice celebration at 6 p.m. on December 16, followed by Christmas at the Chapel at 7:30 p.m. on December 24. Special guests at the solstice celebration will include songstress Kristin Hoffmann, multi-instrumentalist and flute player Premik Russell Tubbs, Native American medicine man and holistic healer Bear Walker, and local group Westchester Spirited Drumming. People of all ages are invited to bring a drum or rattle and join in. There is a suggested donation of $15. “The Chapel hosts monthly Interfaith Sundays, usually on the third Sunday morning of the month. But the solstice service is always held in the evening, so that the darkened church can be filled with the light from our candles and the glorious Christmas tree donated each year by the Outhouse family,” says Rev. Deborah Moldow. The event is sponsored by the nonprofit Garden of Light, a platform for emerging spirituality that arose out of the interfaith services at the Chapel. For more info, visit GardenOfLight.org. Christmas at the Chapel will be led by Acting Pastor June Tompkins, with Moldow serving as soloist. Location: 609 Rte. 22, Croton Falls, NY. For more info, visit ChapelAtCrotonFalls.org. See ad, page 8. 10
earchLight Medical, which combines Western medicine and complementary Eastern healing methods, was recently featured in a two-part cable television show produced for Comcast’s Community Forum. On the show, which can be viewed free Dr. Laurie Mallis explains AcuGraph Qi Analysis online, SearchLight Medical founder Laurie Mallis, M.D., a licensed acupuncturist, discusses and demonstrates AcuGraph Qi Analysis and Auricular (ear) Acupuncture. “A volunteer patient underwent a 30-minute auricular acupuncture treatment as well as a pre- and post-treatment AcuGraph Qi Analysis, which documented the changes in the patient’s overall qi energy within the 12 meridians,” she says. To view the show, go to PublicAccessStudios.com; click on Danbury, Video On Demand and then Community Forum, and find episodes 255 (Part One) and 256 (Part Two). At SearchLight Medical, Mallis works in conjunction with primary-care physicians and specialists to put people on the path to better health. Her services include medical acupuncture; reiki; ONDAMED Biofeedback therapy; AcuGraph Qi Analysis; and Mei Zen acupuncture for cosmetic (face/neck) purposes, weight loss and infertility. Through January, Mallis is offering new patients an initial evaluation and treatment session for Auricular Acupuncture and AcuGraph Qi Analysis (pre and post treatment) for $200 (normally $250). Location: 2424 Rte. 52, Ste. 1A, Hopewell Junction, NY. For more info, call 845.592.4310 or visit SearchLightMedical.com. See ads, pages 11 & 25.
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hen The Indigo Helm opened in Cortlandt Manor last month, owner Lisa Leardi-Lake described it as “more than yoga.” That was an understatement. Although the bright, industrial-style space does host yoga classes for all ages, “The Indigo” is also a place for writers, knitters, a plant-based food group, reiki, shamanic healing, meditation with movement, and even a monthly psychic medium gallery. In addition, it houses a retail shop offering books, metaphysical items and clothing, including concert tees and bellbottoms. Lisa Leardi-Lake Leardi-Lake, author of the health and wellness book Indigo Pure, says she wanted to bring a new twist to the healing community by providing “a discovery environment” for all who are interested in gaining or regaining tools for balanced living. “This is for everyone. Everyone starts somewhere,” she says. “If we are to nourish mind, body and spirit, I needed to offer programs that relate to all three—with a bit of fun. My philosophy is that we are all learning different things at different times; it does not have to be all one or the other. Just start somewhere, and just show up. This is a discovery place! Drop-ins are welcome.” Location: 2050 E. Main St., Pike Plaza, Cortlandt Manor, NY. For more info, including a class schedule and fees, call 914.293.7101 or visit TheIndigoHelm.com.
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eginning January 16, Dr. Kurt Beil, a naturopathic doctor, licensed acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner, will teach a series of workshops, Natural Approaches to Health and Wellness, on alternating Wednesdays at the Beacon of Light Wellness Center. These workshops will focus on different aspects of health and will draw on Beil’s knowledge of holistic, natural medicine. “We are meant to be healthy, thriving beings,” he says. “It is usually the imbalDr. Kurt Beil sharing info at recent health fair ances in our lives that allow illnesses to occur. Using ancient healing methods and understandings of modern medical science, we can assess the what, where, why and how of these imbalances and make corrections that return us to a state of health. Often these changes don’t need to be big for the effects to be noticed. Sometimes the simplest solutions are the most effective.” Topics will include Holistic Self-Care (January 16), Stress Management (January 30), Anxiety (February 6), Immune System Support (February 20), Insomnia (March 6), Thyroid Health (March 20), Digestion (April 3) and Detoxification (April 17). “Each workshop will focus on the most important information for you to make positive changes in your life, including basic relevant health systems in the body, simple methods of self-assessment, prevention strategies, and hands-on remedies and techniques that you can take home to improve your health,” Beil says. Cost: $25 each (discount for multiple workshops). Location: 4 S. Chestnut St., Beacon, NY. For more information, call 845.202.3515 or visit BeaconOfLightWellnessCenter.com, or contact Beil directly at 914.362.8315 or drkurt@earthlink.net. See ad, pg 43.
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rina Ionina, owner of Ganisha Spa, in Peekskill, says the holiday season always brings increased demand for skincare treatments to make skin look younger and healthier. While there are many tools and techniques for restoring the skin, chemical peels often bring the best results, she says. “Peels remove dead cells from the surface to lighten and brighten the skin, which is so important after summer,” she says. “They even the skin’s tone and texture and improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.” Not all peels are alike, Ionina adds. “There’s a chemical peel for everyone, from those with gentle enzymes and natural hydroxy acids to medium-depth peels. It’s not necessarily ‘the stronger the better.’ That’s where a professional skincare therapist comes in handy—to choose the best and safest peel for the individual, depending on skin type and condition. We can also combine a peel with microdermabrasion or go with lighter exfoliation done several times.” She says Ganesha Spa recently began using several new products, including Eminence Vibrant Masks after treatments, to make the skin glow. For the holidays, the spa has developed a special treatment combining microdermabrasion or dermaplaning with a lactic acid peel. “It gives a great look with fresh, vibrant skin results and no downtime.” Ionina says. The more invasive Fusion Peel requires a few days’ downtime. Through December, all clients will receive a free gift of anti-aging serum.
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Heal Your Life teacher training, based on Louise Hay’s book You Can Heal Your Life, which has sold more than 35 million copies worldwide, will take place from April 20 to 27 in Tampa, Florida. The certification program offers in-depth experience with Hay’s techniques, which are designed to heal lives on the deepest levels. Attendees will strengthen their own personal growth and deepen their intuition through inner-child work, emotional release and awareness exercises. They will receive complete instruction and facilitator guides to prepare them for leading up to 14 different workshops. Included are comprehensive marketing techniques, business-builder practices and personalized attention, plus extensive follow-up after training. Course leader Sandra J. Filer is the U.S. teacher and coach trainer appointed by Heart Inspired Presentations, licensed by Hay House. Preregistration is required. Class size is limited to 20. Location: Hilton Garden Inn, 5312 Avion Park Dr., Tampa. For more information, call 713.201.2020 or visit TheHappyGoddess.com. Early bird registration ends January 31. See ad, page 55.
auren Awerdick, owner and lead practitioner at Willow Wisp Wellness, in Ossining, will teach a three-part December workshop to help people transition to the calmer, more introspective winter season. “For three consecutive Saturdays—December 8, 15 and 22—we will come together in circle to prep and prime for the deep inquisition and slowdown that the winter season brings with it,” Awerdick says. “It’s the season where we are gifted the opportunity to move inward and explore our depths, release and surrender what has served its purpose, and look at what we’re preparing to incubate for the coming of spring and the Lauren Awerdick blooming and birthing energies that come with that season.” The first session will be for grounding, releasing and setting intentions. The second will be more creative and playful, as participants make sacred soaks, teas, scents, essences and candles “for self-care and lighting the path through winter.” The third will be “the culminating day,” when participants build on the work of the previous two sessions and walk a labyrinth with the changing of the season. Registration is required, as space is limited. Part of the proceeds will be donated to the Dominican Sisters of Hope, in Ossining. Cost: $225. Payment plans and partial scholarships available. Location: 109 Croton Ave., Ste. 205, Ossining, NY. For info, call 914.534.1294 or visit WillowWispWellness.com
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n January 8, Cortlandt Town Justice Kimberly Ragazzo will hand down her ruling on the two-year-old case of several members of SANE Energy Project, who climbed a fence near the Indian Point nuclear power facility in Cortlandt Manor to protest the planned construction of a Spectra gas pipeline there. According to member Judy Allen, SANE’s mission is to replace fracked gas infrastructure with community-led, sustainable energy. “Many of us had attended meetings of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission in hope of averting Spectra’s plan,” she says. “Local elected officials had spoken out against the pipeline, and we wrote, called and visited the offices of Senators Schumer and Gillibrand and Governor Cuomo, to no avail.” At the recent trial, Ragazzo allowed the “necessity defense,” the argument that the group’s actions were necessary to prevent a greater, imminent harm. “This is historic because it’s the first time the necessity defense has been accepted as a legal defense in a court case,” Allen says. “Our pro bono lawyer, David Dorfman, was brilliant in exposing the dangers of a gas pipeline so near a nuclear power plant and in laying out the case we made for protecting the health and safety of our community.” For more info about the Sane Energy Project visit SaneEnergy.org.
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he Hudson Valley AgriBusiness Development Corporation has selected Royal Strawberry Hill Farm, in Poughkeepsie, to participate in its 2018-19 Farm and Food Funding Accelerator Program (FFFA), which trains food entrepreneurs from across the region to attract outside investment. Elizabeth Kucinich is director of Royal Strawberry Hill Farm, which is developing “an agro-ecological foodscape and farm complex that will provide sanctuary for humans, domesticated animals and wildlife, featuring therapeutic and educational programs.” FFFA participants are all farm, food, fiber or agriculture-dependent businesses having their home office, farm or production facility in the Hudson Valley, and sourcing most of their product ingredients and labor force from the region. Through the FFFA program, they learn how to build their sales in anticipation of speaking with investors, discover new market opportunities and pitch to potential funders. They receive expert instruction and one-on-one counseling and technical assistance, and engage in group interaction and industry networking events. FFFA training began last month and will conclude in the spring with an opportunity for participants to meet New York City and Hudson Valley-based funders that are seeking to invest in ventures that support the local food system. For more info, visit hvadc.org.
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Blue Light Raises Cancer Risk Blue light—a range of the visible light spectrum emitted by most white LEDs and most tablet and phone screens—could be hazardous to our health, a new study shows. Researchers from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health analyzed the blue light exposure and medical histories of 4,000 people throughout Spain, also utilizing nighttime images taken by astronauts in the International Space Station to assess exposure of residents of Barcelona and Madrid. They found that those exposed to more blue light at night had between 1.5 to two times the risk of prostate and breast cancer. “Given the ubiquity of artificial light at night, determining whether it increases or not the risk of cancer is a public health issue,” says lead author Ariadna García. 16
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Meditation Soothes Anxiety and Improves Focus Even a single mindfulness meditation session can significantly reduce anxiety and lower heart rates, Michigan Technological University research shows. Fourteen people with mild to moderate anxiety participated in a 20-minute introductory meditation, a 30-minute mindful scan of each body part seeking areas of stress and a 10-minute selfguided meditation. An hour later, the meditators showed both lower resting heart rates and anxiety levels. A week later, they continued to report less anxiety. Another study at Trinity College Dublin, in Ireland, uncovered an anatomical reason why breath-based meditation practices can enhance mental clarity and focus, as yogis have long claimed. The research focused on a small area in the brain called the locus coeruleus, which is responsible for producing an action hormone and neurotransmitter called noradrenaline. They found that this part of the brain is affected by our inhaling and exhaling patterns. “Put simply, this means that our attention is influenced by our breath, and that it rises and falls with the cycle of respiration,” says lead author Michael Melnychuk. “It is possible that by focusing on and regulating your breathing, you can optimize your attention level.”
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South Korean women in their first trimester of pregnancy during the country’s stressproducing new year’s holiday had babies that were a third of an ounce lighter on average, discovered an Australian study of nearly 8.6 million mothers covering 17 years. The extent of the birth weight reduction was similar to reduced birth weights found among babies from mothers in Columbia, after they had experienced area landmine explosions during their first trimester.
Serving yams with a holiday dinner helps protect liver health, new research shows. Scientists from the University of Mississippi and King Saud University, in Saudi Arabia, found that steroidal glycoside compounds in wild yam root known as furostans can help protect liver cells against damage from free radicals.
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Rosemary Lowers the Blues, Aids Sleep and Memory In a double-blind, randomized study at Iran’s Kerman University of Medical Sciences, 68 university students took either 500 milligrams of rosemary or a placebo each day for one month. Those taking the rosemary saw their levels of anxiety and depression significantly reduced and their memory scores boosted by 14 percent; students reporting nights of good sleep rose from 47 percent to 62 percent.
Five Healthy Habits Add Years of Life Analyzing why Americans have a lower life expectancy when compared to most other developed countries, Harvard researchers used 34 years of data on more than 120,000 health professionals to focus on five lifestyle factors that promote longevity. They found that women and men lived on average 14 years and 12 years longer, respectively, if they had a healthy body weight (between 18.5 and 24.9 BMI), never smoked, exercised at moderate-to-vigorous levels at least 30 minutes a day, ate a healthy diet and drank only moderately (one five-ounce glass of wine for women, two for men). The effect was cumulative; the combination of all five produced the greatest life extension. Those that maintained the healthiest lifestyles were 82 percent less likely to die from cardiovascular disease and 65 percent less likely to die from cancer, compared with those with the least healthy lifestyles.
Dark Chocolate Proven Healthier than Ever Dark chocolate with at least 70 percent cacao can have positive effects on stress levels, inflammation, mood, memory and immunity, according to two new studies from Loma Linda University, in California. Ten participants ate a 48-gram bar of dark chocolate at the beginning of each study and then ate a piece of dark chocolate every two hours when they were awake for several days. Blood tests revealed the chocolate heightened sense perception and nervous system responsiveness and increased both anti-inflammatory agents and infection-fighting cells. Gamma waves recorded by an electroencephalogram (EEG) suggested the treat could positively impact cognitive function and creativity even two hours after eating it.
Too Much Sitting Thins the Brain Sitting too much thins the medial temporal lobe (MTL), the part of the brain known for forming new memories, reports a study from the University of California, Los Angeles. Researchers questioned 35 people of ages 45 to 75 about how much time they spent sitting and exercising, then gave each participant a high-resolution MRI scan. Sedentary behavior was significantly linked to thinning of the MTL. Even increased levels of physical activity did not offset the harmful effects of sitting for extended periods, according to the research.
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Not Yet Extinct
New Species Discovered
Eco Jets
European airline EasyJet aims to begin service with electric-powered airplanes within the next decade by collaborating with aviation startup Wright Electric. The company wants to build vehicles with room for 120 and 220 passengers and a range of 335 miles. Not only is battery performance steadily improving, but methods are surfacing to improve the performance of electric motors and squeeze more range out of existing technology.
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Breathing Room
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, more than 27 million holiday trees were purchased in the U.S. last year. But during the Great Recession of 2007 to 2009, growers didn’t have the funds to plant adequately, and smaller crops are just starting to hit the market now, creating higher prices. Some varieties take up to 12 years to reach holiday height. Exports from the Pacific Northwest will be down about 1.5 million trees this year, according to Ken Cook, whose McKenzie Farms has 8 million trees planted across 10,000 acres in Oregon. “There’s a huge shortage of Christmas trees, and it’ll continue to be that way for at least 10 years,” says the 80-year-old farmer. Supplies are also somewhat diminishing in North Carolina and Michigan, which have the nation’s second- and third-largest Christmas tree outputs, respectively. More households now put up faux trees than real trees. One benefit of real trees stems from their ability to capture carbon dioxide and produce oxygen as they grow. They’re also biodegradable and are usually shipped regionally, not from overseas.
The U.S. Forest Service has determined that as the acreage of urban environments more than doubles between 2010 and 2060, green spaces and urban forests need to expand to maintain air quality, moderate climate change and lower energy use. The federal agency, a division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, favors an increase in the tree canopy that can save cities billions of dollars in pollution removal, energy efficiency and carbon sequestration. In China, air pollution is such a serious problem that it was responsible for a third of all deaths there in 2016. The government has deployed troops to plant a 32,400-squaremile, pollution-absorbing “sponge” of forested land around Beijing, China’s densely populated and highly polluted capital city.
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We know a lot about the Earth and its creatures, but never everything. The State University of New York’s College of Environmental Science and Forestry, in Syracuse, has compiled a list of the top 10 new species discovered in 2018, which includes a rare great ape, hitchhiking beetle, omnivorous marsupial lion thought-tobe-extinct and other species that are critically endangered. Quentin Wheeler, college president and founding director of the International Institute for Species Exploration, says, “As humans alter habitats and contribute to global climate change, species are going extinct at a faster rate than we can name them. They can teach us so much about the intricacies of ecosystems and the details of evolutionary history.”
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Tappan Zee Repurposed into Reef
The old Tappan Zee Bridge, a three-mile span over New York’s Hudson River, is being turned into several artificial reefs off Long Island. Barge loads of decades-old concrete chunks and steel will significantly expand a state-managed artificial reef program to provide new habitats that increase the diversity of marine life, promote recreational fishing and diving, and bolster economic development. The Tappan Zee, which opened in 1955 and was replaced in 2017, was once a vital crossing just north of New York City, carrying nearly 140,000 vehicles a day at its peak. Some parts are destined for recycling centers and scrap yards, while others are being repurposed.
Frigid Farming
Antarctic Greenhouse Yields First Crop
Scientists at Germany’s Neumayer Station III, in Antarctica, have harvested their first crop of vegetables grown without soil, daylight or pesticides as part of a project designed to help astronauts cultivate fresh food on other planets. They picked about eight pounds of salad greens, 18 cucumbers and 70 radishes grown inside a high-tech greenhouse as outside temperatures dropped to minus 4 degrees Fahrenheit. NASA has successfully grown greens on the International Space Station, but the Antarctic project aims to produce a wider range of vegetables that might one day be grown on the moon or on Mars.
Alcohol Fallout
Beer and Wine Contaminated with Monsanto Poison In 2016, beer testing in Germany revealed residues of glyphosate, a suspected carcinogen, in every sample of beer. The environmental organization EcoWatch has found glyphosate in all of the most popular brands of wines in America and the world. One common factor in the tests is the presence of Monsanto Roundup, which is commonly sprayed in vineyards. Glyphosate herbicides do not dry, wash or cook off. They have also been proven to be neurotoxins, endocrine disruptors and a cause of liver disease even at very low levels.
Scouts Updated
Name Change Embraces Guys and Gals
The Boy Scouts of America’s flagship program has been known simply as the Boy Scouts for more than a century, but with girls soon entering the ranks, the group says that iconic name will change. A new name, Scouts BSA, will take effect in February. Mike Surbaugh, chief executive of the Scouts, says, “We wanted to land on something that evokes the past, but also conveys the inclusive nature of the program going forward. We’re trying to find the right way to say we’re here for both young men and young women.”
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able: From Farm to Table, in Ossining, will hold its Winter Farm Fest on December 9. Guests can buy local crafts and food, feed the farm’s free-range chickens and take horse and carriage rides while enjoying a festive winter atmosphere. Owners Tom and Kristin Deacon say the festival will include many of the vendors who’ve attended previous farm events, as well as some new additions. “The event’s Facebook page has already spiked interest in the local community,” Tom says. “Our second annual Fall Farm Fest was on September 23rd and hosted over 700 guests. People loved it. After hosting three farm festivals in the past—summer and fall—we received numerous requests for a winter event. So we’re thrilled to put a holiday theme on this farm fest, to bring the community together again to have fun and meet new local vendors and small businesses, many of which are family-run.” For the Deacons, part of the fun is talking to people who have never been to the farm and introducing them to its recently launched Farm Card program. “The program is similar to a CSA,” Tom says. “Guests can help support our farm going into the winter, when it matters most. We have some exciting new projects we’d like to work on throughout the winter, and this is a way for the community to rally together and support a super local organic farm with free-range chickens. It’s truly putting the C in CSA.” The Deacons founded Fable: From Farm to Table because they wanted a source of healthy, nutrient-rich food for their own family. “Our thinking was, we shouldn’t have to go out to a restaurant to see beautiful pink watermelon radishes, or to taste delicious, nutty sunflower shoots that pack some crunch,” Tom says. “We were also concerned about the harmful chemicals and pesticides in the food system.” Since then, the farm has become a source of nutritious food for the wider community. Its free-range chickens alone have people flocking there to purchase its organic, pasture-raised eggs, Tom says. “We now have over 200 chickens and still sell out every weekend,” he says. “It’s our hope that, with enough support from the local community, we can add an additional 300 chickens to our flock this winter. We hope to meet a lot of new, wonderful people at Winter Fest, and if they are able to become a CSA Member, they can help support the farm to reach our goal.” Location: 1311 Kitchawan Rd. (Rte. 134), Ossining, NY. For more info, call 914.862.0205, email info@fablefoods.com or visit FableFoods.com.
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SIMPLE SHEET PAN SUPPERS Family-Pleasing Holiday Meals
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he festive season might signal indulgence, but it also calls for simple, healthy recipes with easy cleanup. We might have friends that drop by, family staying for the weekend or last-minute guests. The simpler we can make meals, the better. Many chefs and home cooks have found the ideal method: the sheet pan supper. Simply arrange the protein and vegetables on a baking sheet and place it in the oven, where the ingredients burnish to perfection as the flavors concentrate. Experts recommend a heavy duty, 13-by-18-inch sheet pan, also known as a half sheet or a rimmed baking pan. They’re available at local cookware shops and box stores that carry kitchenware. “Sheet pans combine easy prep, process and cleanup, and deliver interesting, sophisticated flavor,” says Molly Gilbert, a Seattle chef and the author of Sheet Pan Suppers: 120 Recipes for Simple, Surprising, Hands-Off Meals Straight from the Oven. Yet, even this streamlined cooking method has a few best practices. Carla Snyder, a cookbook author in Hudson, Ohio, lines her sheet pans with unbleached parchment paper for easy cleanup. The author of One Pan: Whole Family – More than 70 Complete Weeknight Meals also sprays the liner with olive oil, so food won’t stick. Naomi Pomeroy, a chef in Portland, Oregon, recommends preheating the pan in the oven, and then carefully adding the food. “If you put a room-temperature tray in the oven with, say, Brussels sprouts, it can get steamy, and then they can get soggy,” she says. Gilbert favors groupings of foods that will cook in about the same time, such as fish fillets and tender vegetables for a shorter time, or bone-in chicken and root vegetables that take longer.
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In a very large bowl, combine the vinegar with 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Add 2 pinches of salt and the shallot and whisk until the salt dissolves. Whisk in the remaining ¼ cup olive oil and taste for seasoning, adding more vinegar, oil, salt and pepper if needed.
Sheet pan entrées can serve up meals beyond just dinner, making them a big help during the holidays. Sarah Britton, the Toronto author of My New Roots: Inspired Plant-Based Recipes for Every Season, arranges blocks of feta cheese on a sheet pan, surrounds them with fresh bell pepper slices, quartered cherry tomatoes, black olives and preferred herbs. She drizzles it all with olive oil and then bakes at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, just until the cheese is soft. It can be served as an appetizer with whole grain crackers or as an entrée with crusty bread and a salad. The rest can be used as a sandwich filling the next day. Sheet pan meals can be a gift that keeps on giving.
When ready to serve, add the lettuce to the bowl with the dressing and toss to mix. Divide the dressed lettuce between plates and top with the still warm vegetables, feta cheese and fresh herbs. Grind a little freshly ground black pepper over the top and dig in. Reprinted with permission from Carla Snyder’s One Pan: Whole Family from Chronicle Books.
Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).
Surprising Sheet Pan Recipes Roasted Vegetable, Feta and Smoked Almond Salad This salad, packed with tasty browned vegetables, nuts and cheese, really satisfies. Yields: 4 servings 1 medium red onion 2 carrots 2 zucchini 2 red peppers 2 cloves garlic 1 lemon 2 Tbsp plus ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil ½ tsp sea salt plus more for sprinkling Freshly ground black pepper ½ cup chopped smoked almonds 1 small shallot, peeled and minced 1 tsp minced fresh thyme or chives 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar ½ cup crumbled feta cheese 6 large handfuls of a mix of bibb lettuce, radicchio, romaine or arugula Preheat the oven to 425° F.
Line a sheet pan with unbleached parchment paper and preheat it in the oven. On a large cutting board, cut the onion into ½-inch slices, the carrots into ½-inch pieces, the zucchini into 2-inch pieces, the pepper into 2-inch squares, chop the garlic, zest the lemon and transfer it all to a large bowl. Add the 2 tablespoons oil, ½ teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and toss to coat. Arrange the vegetables on the heated sheet pan and spread them out so that they cook evenly. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes or until tender and lightly browned. While the vegetables cook, chop the almonds, mince the shallot and thyme, and set aside into separate piles. Squeeze the lemon into a small bowl. Sprinkle the almonds over the vegetables during the last 5 minutes of cooking to toast them lightly. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.
Roasted Arctic Char and Asparagus with Pistachio Gremolata Pink-fleshed Arctic char is closely related to both salmon and lake trout, with a flavor somewhere between the two. Feel free to substitute with either fish. Yields: 4 servings Olive oil cooking spray 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb total) ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 boneless fillets Arctic char (5 to 6 oz each) ½ medium red onion, sliced into ¼-inch thick half-moons ½ lemon, sliced into ¼-inch-thick rounds ½ cup cherry or grape tomatoes Grated zest of 1 lemon 1 clove garlic, minced ½ cup packed fresh, flat-leaf parsley leaves, roughly chopped ½ cup roasted, salted and shelled pistachios, roughly chopped Preheat the oven to 350° F with a rack in the center position. Mist a sheet pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper. December 2018
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Place the trimmed asparagus on the prepared pan, drizzled with the olive oil, and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon each of the salt and pepper. Toss to coat and spread the asparagus in an even layer.
Preheat the oven to 425° F, with racks in the upper and lower thirds. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
Place the Arctic char fillets on top of the asparagus, evenly spaced apart and sprinkle with an extra pinch of salt and pepper. Scatter the onion, lemon slices and cherry tomatoes around and on top of the char. Bake until the asparagus is crisp-tender and the char is almost opaque, 20 to 40 minutes. While the fish cooks, mix together the lemon zest, garlic, parsley and pistachios in a small bowl; this is the gremolata. Sprinkle it over the char and asparagus before serving warm. Recipe courtesy of Molly Gilbert, author of Sheet Pan Suppers.
Using a very sharp chef ’s knife, carefully cut the two spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out and discard the seeds.
Spaghetti Squash “Noodle” Bowls Spaghetti squash are those yellow, football-shaped winter squashes. When cooked, the squash’s flesh is easily raked with a fork into long, skinny, noodle-like strands. The squash noodles are faintly sweet and slightly crunchy, like pasta cooked al dente. Yields: 4 servings 2 small spaghetti squash (2 to 3 lbs each) 4 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil ¼ tsp kosher salt ¾ tsp freshly ground black pepper
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Place the squash halves, cut side up, on the prepared sheet and drizzle 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over them. Season with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Turn the squash over (skin side up) and bake on the lower rack until the squash has softened significantly and browned at the edges, about 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from oven and let the squash cool to the touch on the sheet pan. After putting the squash in to bake, toss together the mushrooms, shallots, remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Arrange the mixture on a separate sheet pan, spreading
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1 cup chopped cremini or baby bella mushrooms (3 to 5 oz) 1 small shallot, diced 2 cups good quality marinara 15 to 20 small balls fresh mozzarella cheese (bocconcini, about 1¾ oz, sliced in half) 4 to 6 fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped, for garnish
Using both hands, gently bend one asparagus spear held between fingers and thumbs to snap off the bottom where it breaks easily. Line up the rest of the bunch and slice off the bottoms at the same distance from the tips.
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Bake this second pan on the upper rack until ingredients are soft and start to brown, about 30 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and let the mushrooms and shallots cool to the touch on the sheet pan. Pour the marinara sauce into a large bowl. When the squash are cool enough to handle, flip them over and use a fork to scrape the flesh from the shells, taking care to leave the shells intact. (These will become the “bowls”.) The result will be long strands of squash “noodles”.
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Add the squash strands and the mushrooms to the sauce and stir together to thoroughly combine. Divide the squash noodle mixture among the empty squash bowls. Place the mozzarella on top. Bake the squash on the lower rack until the filling is hot and the mozzarella has melted and browned in spots, about 10 minutes. Serve the squash pasta bowls hot, garnished with the fresh basil.
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Recipe courtesy of Molly Gilbert, author of Sheet Pan Suppers.
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A GLOBAL WAKE-UP CALL Collective Consciousness Nears Spiritual Tipping Point
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all it enlightenment, awakening, transcendence, self-realization or any of the myriad terms used to describe the ultimate higher state of consciousness. People have been seeking it for millennia, but beyond peak experiences of heightened awareness, only a few spiritual figures, Jesus Christ and Gautama Buddha among them, are known to have lived in this exalted state. Yet, an unprecedented awakening has been underway since the 19th century.
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their search for answers to life’s big questions led them to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s spiritual center in Rishikesh, India. Their interest in Transcendental Meditation (TM) sparked a surge of interest in enlightenment and meditation, providing the West with a popular means of cultivating higher states of awareness. A movement to bring about global awakening has been growing ever since. Fresh impetus, in the form of quantum physics, the science of yoga and spiritual practices rooted in ancient cultures, disseminated by books, teachings by spiritual luminaries and websites such as Conscious. TV, has exposed millions to the concept of consciously participating in the evolution of humanity to bring about a world that works for all.
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In 2000, Malcolm Gladwell, author of The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference, provided a ray of hope for the estimated 50 million individuals involved in the world enlightenment movement by introducing the concept of critical mass. This occurs when an unshakable belief is held by 10 percent of the population. Scientists that tested the phenomenon at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, in upstate New York, discovered, “Once that number grows above 10 percent, the idea spreads like flame.” Mahesh predicted that only 1 percent of humanity is needed to create enough good vibrations to usher in world peace. While the figures required to reach this critical mass can be debated, it’s certain that the old ways no longer work, and we are quickly running out of time to adopt viable solutions to mounting global crises. Despite this sense of urgency, we have no clear idea of where we are on the scale of transformation. Yet leading voices point to promising signs of progress in a developing collective awareness that acknowledges life’s interconnectedness and embodies life-affirming beliefs and values.
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Deepak Chopra, a physician, pioneering author and co-founder of Jiyo.com living in California and New York, believes that we may be in a phase of the necessary transformational shift, experiencing disruption along with the emergence of a new paradigm. “The ultimate goal with our Jiyo.com community, a collective well-being project, is to build a critical mass of people that will create a more peaceful, just and harmonious inner and outer world,” says Chopra. It begins with personal transformation through yoga, meditation, pranayama breathing exercises, nutrition, sleep, personal growth and relationships that enhance awareness. “Evolution should be gradual and comfortable,” he says. Rev. Michael Bernard Beckwith, founder of the Agape International Spiritual Center, in Beverly Hills, believes humanity is in the midst of an emerging renaissance of kindness, love and compassion, with
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millions embracing the planet as a living being. “This isn’t making news because mainstream journalists are still reporting from an old worldview,” he says. Beckwith, a renowned minister and teacher for 40 years, leads a 9,000-strong trans-denominational spiritual community. He remarks, “Those of us focused on adding our energy to the global enlightenment movement see aspects of it emerging in changes such as health care rather than sick care, businesses adopting multiple bottom lines of people, planet and purpose—rather than only profit—and the shift from a me to we consciousness.” Dianne Collins, author of Do You QuantumThink?: New Thinking that Will Rock Your World, in Miami, suggests it’s time to wake up to the fact that we are living in a quantum age and still using thought and language shaped by the Industrial Age. She discovered a burgeoning underground culture that she calls the “consciousness crowd” while researching her book tour audience. “These individuals are using new thinking and recognizing the worldview of interconnectedness based on modern science. The media doesn’t recognize that thinkers such as these represent the new mainstream, and no one realizes the tipping point is already here,” she says. Cate Montana, author of The E-Word: Ego, Enlightenment and Other Essentials, in Hawaii, likewise is convinced the movement has reached critical mass and is hopeful the perceived tipping point is closer than we think. “Every moment we’re awake, we’re being conditioned to believe in our limited physical nature and separation from everyone and everything around us. This is why we must re-educate ourselves regarding our full nature,” she says. News headlines of global conflicts and ecological decimation make it appear that we are regressing, Montana says, but we are not going backwards. “The nature of life is growth, expansion and evolution. As one example, some among the medical community now accept the validity of energy practices such as acupuncture, tai chi, qigong and reiki. None of these words were even being bandied about in the U.S. 50 years ago.”
Coming Together
Today, an estimated 5 million people practice TM, which has been incorporated into some schools, universities, corporations and prison programs in the U.S., Latin America, Europe and India. “Those learning this meditation practice number as many as 30,000 to 40,000 a year, which significantly contributes a positive effect to the collective consciousness,” says John Hagelin, a leader of the TM movement in the U.S. Hagelin, president and professor of physics at the Maharishi University of Management, in Fairfield, Iowa, has been leading a scientific investigation into the foundations of human consciousness for 25 years. He’s one of the world’s preeminent researchers on the effects of meditation on brain development. “I think that we are much closer to a global spiritual tipping point than ever before,” he says.
Truth is what we are. It is our essential nature and Being. It is the pure Self, the limitless One, the ultimate reality—it is awareness itself. But we have become unaware of the magnificence of our true nature on account of our upbringing, conditioning and education, which paint a very different picture of who we are—and all of which we believe. ~Mooji
Ron Dalrymple, Ph.D., a quantum field psychologist practicing in Fort Myers, Florida, believes the threshold is close and that his quantum unified field theory explained in his film, The Endless Question, can win over skeptics. “I use mathematics, science and storytellers that have studied consciousness to explain in lay language my theory, which proposes that the mind is an energy field that extends beyond the brain, and its nucleus is the superconscious. Viewers are led to the undeniable reality of what we all are and to the need for creating a culture of enlightenment where we encourage and inspire one another to greatness,” says Dalrymple, author of Quantum Field Psychology: The Thoton Particle Theory. Zaya and Maurizio Benazzo, founders of the Science and Nonduality Conference (SAND), agree that individual awakening and the collective movement toward the understanding of our fundamental oneness is crucial to social transformation. Their nonprofit organization is designed to foster a new relationship with spirituality that is both based on timeless wisdom traditions and informed by cutting-edge science. For 10 years, biannual SAND conferences have energized the global enlightenment movement (ScienceAndNonduality. com). Early audiences of 300 individuals now number from 800 to 1,000, and often include business people and trainers developing programs for workplaces. “Understanding the new science that points to consciousness as all-pervasive and the fundamental building block of reality can change what it means to be human, as well as possibly make violence and economic, social and political crises things of the past,” says Zaya. Thus, the spread of awareness and the harmonic convergence of science, psychology and spiritual thought seem to be bringing humanity closer to the enlightenment that has been elusive for millennia. “Tremendous progress is being made, and I am confident that within a year or two, we’ll see a victory for the enlightened evolutionary forces already present on the planet,” says Hagelin. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at LindaSechrist.com. December 2018
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s a boy growing up in Havana, Cuba, Jacob Liberman struggled with reading—that’s one reason this Maui resident finds it miraculous that he was called to write books. An optometrist, Liberman initially specialized in helping children with vision-related difficulties find ways to better learn and pay attention. That evolved into working with professional athletes and eventually earning a Ph.D. in vision science. Through a profound meditation experience, Liberman’s vision spontaneously “corrected”, catalyzing insights that fueled his first three books: Light: Medicine of the Future; Take Off Your Glasses and See: A Mind/Body Approach to Expanding Your Eyesight and Insight; and Wisdom from an Empty Mind. His new book, Luminous Life: How the Science of Light Unlocks the Art of Living, offers a fresh way of seeing and being (JacobLiberman.org).
Why is light so important to us all?
Light is the foundation of everything that exists. That’s why light marks the convergence of science, religion and spirituality. The Bible speaks of the source of all creation as light. Throughout history, spiritual texts from various traditions speak about God, light and consciousness as if they are interchangeable. Physicists consider light to be the fundamental energy from which all life emerges. Everything is made of solidified light. Our entire physiology is light-dependent. 28
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We are a living photocell, and light is an integral part of our guidance system. When we get an intuitive “hit” or spiritual insight, it’s the luminous intelligence of life effortlessly directing us toward the next step on our journey.
What can we do to more fully harness light as part of our guidance system?
Everyone asks: “What do I need to do?” It’s the idea of our doing something that puts a wrench in the works. The universe is an example of optimal efficiency, which means we invest nothing and get everything. The individual does no work, yet creation appears. The doing occurs by itself. This is not metaphorical; I am speaking about the law of the universe. This is fact.
What are some examples of such doing occurring by itself?
God’s wisdom—or light—funnels through all living things all the time; all beings have an inseparable connection. Everything in the body, everything in nature and in the universe is naturally self-activating and self-regulating. Yet even though everything is taken care of, we still think we have to do something. We’ve been conditioned into this way of thinking. Until we uncover the truth, we continue to live our ordinary, hard-working life. But when we understand that all of this is happening by itself, something inside us relaxes and breathes a sigh of relief.
What fuels our desire to act?
We think something is wrong with us or someone else, or that we’ve done something wrong in the past, and so try to fix it. Research shows that most of our responses to life are conditioned. I try to help people go beyond their hardwired reactions to explore the facts. When someone tells me he’s made a regrettable mistake, I say, “Tell me one part of your body that you control.” He may answer, “I control my thoughts.” I reply, “Are you sure those are your thoughts? You are aware of them after they surface. But did you create them?” As I keep asking such questions, it becomes obvious that the mistake has nothing to do with him. It’s an illusion that each of us is the god of our reality. The truth is that there is nothing to do because in the greater reality, nothing is wrong.
How has this exploration of light enriched and expanded your life?
It’s allowed me to live without a net. In the circus, tightrope walkers usually have a net in case they fall. We’ve been taught we must create safety, security and predictability. We work, save, plan and pray, trying to ensure our lives are filled with these three “fail safes”; qualities that have never existed on planet Earth. Most of our stress comes from trying to create something that doesn’t exist. It was liberating when I realized that the universe doesn’t work that way. Deborah Shouse is the author of Connecting in the Land of Dementia. Learn more at DementiaJourney.org.
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he holidays can emulate a rock star’s life: a wearying travel schedule and social calendar, overindulging in rich food and drink, restless nights in unfamiliar beds. Fortunately, celebrity tips and tricks can help us through a hectic season, according to Gabrielle Francis, naturopath and author of The Rockstar Remedy: A Rock & Roll Doctor’s Prescription for Living a Long, Healthy Life. The New York City doctor has toured with some of the biggest rock acts in the world as their on-call naturopath, chiropractor, acupuncturist and massage therapist. “Health is the new rock-n-roll,” says Francis. “Today’s artists are more health and socially conscious. I believe you can ‘party’ and be healthy, and the stars I work with are proving that.” She approaches clients’ lifestyles flexibly and openly, understanding where they are, instead of forcing big, sudden changes on them. “Life is a celebration. My philosophy is that what you do for your health must fit into your lifestyle and be enjoyable, rather than isolating or extreme,” says Francis.
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This can mean mitigating habits, not necessarily dropping them. For example, rather than force clients off coffee, which is acidic, Francis suggests adding spices like cinnamon, vanilla, cardamom or nutmeg that can help neutralize the acid. Many stars Francis has worked with maintain a stricter regimen off the road, knowing that touring is more about damage control and doing their utmost to stay healthy under more difficult circumstances. The same holds true for those of us that inevitably encounter disruptions due to work, travel or holidays that can throw off healthy habits.
The Healthy Traveler Knowledge is power, and so is planning ahead for travel away from healthy options at home. Francis arms clients with best choices for on-the-go foods and beverages at the airport, gas station or restaurant. Musician and actor Adrian Grenier, quoted in Francis’ book, developed a “food tripping” app available at Tinyurl.com/SHFT-com-app to help travelers find alternatives to fast food on the road.
My favorite healthy recipe? Don’t smoke anything. No drugs. Easy on the drink. Eat a balanced diet with friends whenever possible. Avoid crazy health fads. Don’t drink and drive. Don’t walk and text. Be a good person. ~Joe Satriani, guitarist Most airports are blessed with healthy options, says Francis, who suggests choosing wraps over sandwiches and easy-to-carry energy bars delivering at least 10 grams of protein. She also likes coconut water, seltzer water and herbal teas. Spent wisely, time in airports can offer healthful opportunities. “Connecting to other people is one of the most important keys to our emotional well-being. Layovers are a great time to call and catch up with loved ones,” says Francis. “You can also get some points on your step tracker by taking the stairs rather than escalator and walking around or stretching rather than sitting in the airport.” Meditation is also recommended, whether in the airport or on the plane, she adds.
Small Adjustments For rock stars and holiday travelers alike, restful sleep can be one of the hardest habits to maintain. When changing time zones, Francis recommends staying hydrated, avoiding alcohol and taking melatonin before bed for three nights after landing in a new time zone to help reset the body’s circadian rhythms. “I know I’m not likely to get eight hours of sleep at night, so I try to supplement that during the day by taking naps or just shutting down for a couple hours,” says Dave Navarro, a guitarist who came of age with the rock band Jane’s Addiction. If imbibing at the bar or a holiday soirée, Francis suggests gluten-free alcohol like tequila, gin, sake or vodka. While wine is blessed with antioxidants, conventionally grown varietals can have a high pesticide content, Francis notes. “Order organic or biodynamic wine when possible, or else go with an Old World wine from France, Italy or Spain, which tend to have fewer pesticides.” Help offset overindulgence the day after by eating eggs or other protein to stabilize blood sugar levels, taking vitamins C and B complex supplements and drinking eight to 10 glasses of water, plus an electrolyte replacement like coconut water. Anyone looking to make changes in the new year should strive for progress, rather than perfection, advises Francis. “Perfect health is an elusive idea that is impractical and unattainable for most of us, including celebrities. Instead, take the small, but life-changing shifts you can make in how you live in order to move toward greater vitality, happiness and longevity.” Connect with April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites. com. December 2018
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Naturally, Tax Time Planning
The Tax and Jobs Act is completely changing the way we plan for the upcoming tax season.
by Rick Kouns
Maximizing Retirement Deferrals
Here’s how the new Tax and Jobs Act changes our end-of-the-year calculations
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now is falling, shops are bustling, and everyone is decorating for the holidays. This can only mean one thing: It’s time to prepare our year-end tax strategies. The Tax and Jobs Act is completely changing the way we plan for the upcoming tax season. Learn how to maximize deductions and minimize tax liabilities by reviewing the top items that we can control before the end of year.
Itemized vs. Standard Deductions The Tax and Jobs Act doubled the standard deduction for joint filers to $24,000. This may limit your itemized deductions, so it’s important to know where you stand. Here are the key points to note: State and local taxes are capped at $10,000. You can deduct the interest on the first $750,000 of a new home mortgage. The line of credit interest has been eliminated. 32
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Capital Gains and Losses Short-term gains and losses are taxed as ordinary income with respect to the net of losses or offsets of carry-forwards. However, the treatment of longterm gains and losses is now based on income thresholds rather than income tax brackets. The rates are still 0%, 15% and 20%.
Qualified Tuition Plans With the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, you can use your 529s to pay for up to $10,000 in private and religious elementary and secondary school costs.
Charitable Contributions Deductions for charitable contributions have increased from 50% to 60% of adjusted gross income. However, know your personal situation. Consider bunching and alternating years if you are unable to itemize.
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Maximize the retirement options that you have available. The maximum contribution for 2018 for 401K/403b is $18,500, with a catch-up contribution of $6,000 for those over age 50. The maximum contribution for 2018 for a traditional or Roth IRA is $5,500, with a catch-up of $1,000 for those over age 50.
Maximizing Qualified Business Income Deductions Under section 199A, owners of sole proprietorships, partnerships, LLCs and S corporations may be able to deduct up to 20% of their business income. There are many rules and regulations, and owners are subject to these limitations. Of course, this brings us to the reason we are reviewing our records. The fourth and final estimated tax payments are due January 15, 2019, covering the period September 1 to December 31, 2018. Happy holidays! The above information is for informational purposes only. Consult your personal tax or business advisor to learn what the Tax and Jobs Act means to you. Rick Kouns owns and operates 1099 Account LLC, which provides accounting and tax services for independent contractors and the self-employed. For more information, contact him at 855.529.1099 or rick@1099accountant.com, or visit 1099Accountant.com.
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MJ is an abbreviation for the temporomandibular joint—the joint in front of the ear, connecting the jawbone to the skull. But the term TMJ is also commonly used to refer to a broader condition that can cause strain and imbalance in the jaw and neck muscles and the bones of the skull and face. (A more accurate abbreviation is TMD, or temporomandibular disorder.) TMJ disorder doesn’t just affect the head, neck or jaw; it can affect whole body. For example, correcting an underlying jaw problem has been known to relieve chronic back pain, breathing problems, difficulty walking, foot problems, digestive issues, fatigue and generalized stress. Because the symptoms can be so diverse and widespread, TMJ disorder is often overlooked and misdiagnosed. How is TMJ disorder corrected? Dentists who specialize in TMJ disorder tailor each treatment to fit the needs of the patient, beginning with a careful study to define the nature of the problem. This involves a thorough consultation and examination, including an evaluation of all sites of pain and related body systems. Plaster models of the teeth can help dentists understand how a patient’s bite contributes to his or her condition. In some cases, the dentist may take X-rays of the TMJ, conduct a computerized analysis of the jaw’s neuromuscular function, or use sonography to listen to jaw sounds. Once the problem is defined, the goal is to bring the TMJ and the jaw muscles into a comfortable and healthful balance. During treatment, the patient might be referred to an osteopath, a chiropractor or a physical therapist who can bring the neck and spine into alignment too. Once comfort and balance have been achieved, the patient might need to
see an orthodontist and/or restorative dentist to discuss bite correction. Who specializes in TMJ disorder? Many dentists treat TMJ disorder, but few have the depth of training and experience of Dr. David Lerner, a TMJ specialist in Westchester County, New York. In fact, Dr. Lerner knows just what TMJ disorder feels like—he began suffering from the symptoms when he was a kid. Dr. Lerner’s approach to treatment includes a number of alternative therapies and testing methods not often found in a dental office. In addition to having 40 years’ experience treating TMJ disorder, Dr. Lerner is also trained in acupuncture, applied kinesiology and craniosacral therapy. Using this broad training, he has helped many TMJ disorder patients who suffered from chronic pain and disability before finding their way to his Yorktown Heights office.
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Often during this wonderful time of year, wellness is less of a priority and heightened consumption upstages efforts to go green. To practice conscious consumerism, consider the eco-friendliness of a potential gift item—what it’s made of, where it came from and how it’s packaged—but remember that gifts that acknowledge the recipient’s needs and interests are the most meaningful and fun to give. For this year’s gift-giving season, Natural Awakenings has gathered thoughtful and practical gift ideas from local businesses to ease the stress of holiday shopping. For every sale of Lotus Love Beauty products—a line of 100 percent vegan body oils, bath salts and soy candles, handcrafted in small batches—a portion goes to The Shanti Project, a grassroots cooperative that helps support schools, orphanages and health clinics around the world. Giving back to the global community by sharing part of the profits offers customers the opportunity to feel good about their purchase. $14.95 to $29.95 at the Dreaming Goddess, in Poughkeepsie, NY. For more info, call 845.473.2206 or visit DreamingGoddess.com. See ad, page 13.
Rainbow Consciousness: Meditate Like A Double Rainbow, written and illustrated by Jennifer Llewellyn of Majestic Hudson Lifestyle Boutique, is a personal guide to meditation, energy, chakras and finding your center. The author includes all the suggested sensory enhancements for synchronizing crystal, sound and aromatherapies to heighten the chakra meditation experience and create a template for your individual journey. She also includes an extra bonus: coloring and journal pages. In addition to books on spirituality, Majestic Hudson Lifestyle Boutique carries various wellness items crafted in the Hudson Valley as well as fair-trade imports, including unique gifts, healing crystals, and yoga and meditation tools. $22.90 at Majestic Hudson Lifestyle Boutique, in Katonah, NY, and online at MajesticHudson.com. For more info, call 845.581.0955. See ad, page 39.
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Make sustainability a holiday centerpiece by using and giving locally made, all-natural soy Recycled Bottle Candles. These striking and innovative candles are hand crafted from liquor, champagne, wine and beer bottles and high-quality soy, which burns long and clean. $15-$85 at Custom Candle Co in Bedford Hills, NY, and online at CustomCandleCo.com. See ad, page 3.
With product lines including skin care, personal care, hair care, nutrition and makeup, Arbonne International is a green company offering a holistic approach to healthy living, inside and out. Arbonne formulates its products without toxic chemicals so they are pure, safe and beneficial. Its plant-based products are certified vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, non-GMO and kosher.����������������������������������������������������������������� ���������������������������������������������������������������� Its trademarked Not Allowed List includes more than 2,000 ingredients that are banned from its formulas. Jill Kay, executive regional vice president and independent consultant for Arbonne, offers a preferred client discount of 20 to 40 percent off for a year, with no monthly minimums or requirements. All products have 45-day money-back guarantee. Available at JillKay.Arbonne.com or by email at envpJillKay@gmail.com. See ad, page 38.
The perfect pillow contains no harmful chemicals and keeps the head aligned with the spine during sleep. The Healthy Choice Pillow does both. Made with an organic cotton pillow cover and organic wool stuffing (and no harmful chemicals), the Healthy Choice Pillow can be adjusted by adding or subtracting the uniquely processed eco-wool stuffing to make it just the right height. Customers will also sleep better knowing their pillows were sourced and handmade in the USA. $169.99 (queen) or $199.99 (king), at Healthy Choice Organic Mattress stores in Beacon and Mt. Kisco, NY, or online at HCMattress.com. All Healthy Choice Pillows come with free ground shipping. For more info, call 845.440.6019 (Beacon) or 914.241.2467 (Mt. Kisco). See ad, page back cover.
For truly personalized giving, create a holiday gift bag from Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique. Every bag contains clearing sage, palo santo and an abalone shell for smudging. Then the bags can be filled with a choice of sprays (for protection) and crystals (for energy) to suit the giver’s intention and budget. The crystals pictured here are amethyst, to enhance divine connection and release addictions; selenite, to clear negative energies, expand awareness and connect with personal guides and angels; and aventurine, for spiritual healing and good luck, especially with money. Items can be mixed and matched or purchased separately. $20 and up at Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, in Pawling, NY. For more info, visit AngelAuraBoutique.com. December 2018
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Packed with antioxidants, SkinGlow Facial Serum, from OilivingLife, is a must for any anti-aging regimen. Active organic ingredients like prickly pear oil, sea buckthorn oil and chia seed oil fight the effects of free radicals and dehydration by repairing and maintaining healthy skin cells. This serum contains no fillers, just natural and organic ingredients, including essential oils that have been cold pressed or steam distilled. OilivingLife’s artisan products are designed to simplify a daily skincare routine with high-performance ingredients. All products are made in small batches in the USA and certified vegan and cruelty-free by PETA. $41.99 at OilivingLife.com. E-gift option available at checkout. Free shipping on all orders over $50. For more info, email contact@oilivinglife.com or follow the company on social media @ oilivinglife. See ad, page 39.
Synchronicity carries gifts for the mind, body and spirit—anything that has to do with nurturing your soul or enhancing your spiritual journey. The store is especially well known for its large selection of healing gemstone jewelry, designed to balance energy and manifest wellness in the physical and metaphysical energies of the body. Among its most popular items for giftgivers are its mini gemstone bracelets, which pack a lot of power without a big price tag. $6 at Synchronicity Healing Center, Brewster, NY. For more info, call 845.363.1765 visit SynchronicityNY.com. See ad, page 47.
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Fair Trade Festival December 1 in White Plains
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he Margaret Eberle Fair Trade Festival and Crafts Sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 1, at Memorial United Methodist Church, in White Plains. This local event, which has become an annual tradition, offers an array of unusual and affordable items that are “created and sold with a conscience.” Items for sale include handmade pottery, beadwork, baskets, clothing and fabrics, jewelry, art, aromatherapy and body-care prodNada Khader, WESPAC Director, ucts, organic beauty exhibiting fair trade items at the festival products, and organic chocolate, cocoa, coffee and tea. The sale of these products benefits the artists who created them, whether they are local or from Asia, Africa or South America. Many of the crafts are made by artists in women-managed cooperatives. Funds raised help support a living wage and better living conditions. “The tradition of silk weaving in Laos is over 1,000 years old, passed down from mother to daughter for generations. The silk is woven on a traditional wooden loom. It takes a day to weave one or two scarves, and each is a unique Silk scarves handwoven by the Happy work of art,” says Nakai Weaving Group in Laos Stella Danker, a vendor at the festival and author of the upcoming book The Do Good Shop. Some of the festival proceeds this year will go to the Hudson Valley Community Coalition, which works to protect the rights of local immigrants, especially those with loved ones facing deportation. The event will include live music throughout the day, featuring saxophonist Art Bennett, Jenny Murphy, the LOFT Pride Chorus and the Walkabout Clearwater Chorus. Homemade baked goods, hot food, bread and fair trade coffee and tea will be available for purchase. Cost: $5 suggested donation for admission. Location: 250 Bryant Ave., White Plains, NY. For more info, call 914.949.2146.
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TOYS Gifts that Evoke Kids’ Creativity by Sandra Murphy
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hoosing thoughtful gifts for kids can be a challenge, especially when opting for creativity over this year’s hot toy. It’s possible to find gifts that appeal to both parent and child, involving the whole family or working as solo projects. Some expand beyond the boundaries of home.
Go Robo
The Tinkering Kit will have boys and girls, moms and dads all clamoring for their turn to build a robot that does more than merely walk. Challenge cards urge kids to make a machine to scramble an egg or build a robot that moves without wheels. Robotics teaches science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics, also known as STEAM learning. Computer programming is the last step (TinkeringLabs.com/catalyst).
Language for a Lifetime
Benedict Beckeld, Ph.D., of New York City, speaks 11 languages and teaches students via online video chats (Skype) (BenedictBeckeld. com/contact). Locally, find teachers or grad students to tutor a second or third language at home for the whole family. Search online for interactive, game-like classes that maintain a child’s interest. American Sign Language, the fourth-most-used language in the U.S., is fun to learn and helpful to know.
Budding Foodies
Take a quiz, experiment, learn more and find kid-approved recipes at AmericasTestKitchen.com/kids/home.
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Kids learn to make sriracha-lime popcorn, hummus, and chicken and broccoli stir fry. Use organic and non-GMO (not genetically modified) ingredients. Sign up to receive recipes and tips for hands-on activities via email to keep good meals coming. The onsite equipment reviews help with selection of affordable and safe kitchen tools.
Emerging Artistry
Carolyn Dube, a mixed-media art adventurer in Batesville, Indiana, gives her followers at AColorfulJourney.com permission to play and even make mistakes. “My free online workshop shows ways to use found items like recycled cardboard to make art,” she says. For kid-safe paints, look for the Art and Creative Materials Institute, Inc. (ACMI) seal that certifies products are non-toxic and properly labeled. Certified Arteza-brand acrylic premium paints are packaged in less-waste pouches to use as-is or to refill original containers. The Danish company Sprout Pencils, operating from Boston, engraves quotes on biodegradable Love Pencils, which contain flower or vegetable seeds. When it’s too short to write or color with, plant it. In Cleveland, Faber-Castell USA makes their colored pencils from re-forested wood with an ergonomic, triangular shape, perfect for learning the proper grip. The Young Artist Essentials Gift Set contains eco-pencils, non-toxic crayons and oil-pastels.
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ooks for kids can be the ultimate gift that keeps on giving. Here are some favorites.
The Nocturnals is a critically acclaimed, middle-grade series for readers that love animals, adventure and a hint of mystery. Written by film director and author Tracey Hecht, the books also relate to elementary school children, covering bullying, confidence, friendship and self-acceptance. The free reading kit via NocturnalsWorld.com includes activities.
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As a mom with a career, Crystal Bowe recommends Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Tales of Extraordinary Women. “My daughter loves it and has been introduced to amazing female role models.” Noah the Narwhal, A Tale of Downs and Ups, by Judith Klausner, is a brightly illustrated picture book about friendship and invisible disability. What Do You See on Chanukah? is a board game book for toddlers by Bracha Goetz. Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt, by Kate Messner, shows kids that plants are more than what’s seen above ground. Hello, Hello, by Brendan Wenzel, a picture book for ages 3 to 6, celebrates animals, including 30 endangered species. DickBlick.com offers hundreds of free lesson plans for art lovers of all ages, skill levels and interests, all designed to meet the National Standards for Visual Art Education.
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Memorable Experiences
Erica Hartwig, director of operations at Organic Moments Photography, in Boca Raton, Florida, has five children. “I want to give a memorable experience, rather than a toy that will sit in their rooms,” she says. “Football season tickets, dance lessons, an art class or vacations supplement the packages under the tree.” Crystal Bowe, a mom and physician in Belmont, North Carolina, suggests gifting memberships to encourage new activities for kids. “The zoo is fun and allows parents to spend quality time with their children. Tickets to a movie or a play stimulate the imagination.” Museums, science centers and area attractions are other inviting options.
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Wonder Crate, in Chapel Hill, North
Carolina, offers a monthly subscription service. “We inspire kids to think big and make a difference,” says co-founder Corrie Wiedmann. “Each month brings a box that educates, entertains and empowers kids to contribute to the world. Our December crate highlights Leonardo da Vinci and focuses on ways kids can use innovation to help others, spotlighting a kid that created an app to help people with disabilities.” Maple Landmark, in Middlebury, Vermont, a wooden products company, makes puzzles that include an activity clock for toddlers and bookends featuring a fire truck, pirate ship, school bus or train tunnel. Owner Mike Rainville says, “We work hard to ensure that all of our wood is sustainably harvested and finishes are safe and non-toxic.” Gifts that engage the mind, spark imagination and deliver fun yield immediate and long-term benefits, including being fondly remembered. Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.
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BEHAVIORAL OPTOMETRY Samantha Slotnick, OD, FAAO, FCOVD
495 Central Park Ave., Ste. 301, Scarsdale 914.874.1177; DrSlotnick.com
SUPPORT GROUPS Westchester Holistic Moms Network
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hrough August as a supplement; a With more consumers motor in the U.S., auPHEV (like the Chevrolet looking to buy a car Volt) has an all-electric tomakers sold 36,380 battery electric with a plug, there are range of 15 to 50 miles, and plug-in hybrid cars and then activates its gas a number of options engine for an additional (PHEV), compared to 16,514 by the same now available in an 300 miles or more; a battime last year. Sales are increasingly crowded tery electric relies exclubooming, although it’s sively on electric power field. not reflected in fairly and runs out of “gas” when flat sales of green cars the battery power is deoverall. The reason is that hybrid sales are pleted, but it also recaptures energy during being lost as consumers go fully electric. braking to extend its range. Americans are moving up from Sam Abuelsamid, a senior analyst at fuel-efficient gas/electric hybrids as their Navigant Research, says, “There is absoluteconfidence grows in what batteries can do ly a shift happening from hybrids to battery on their own, but they’re not yet making electrics and plug-in hybrids. Our forecast the vital eco-switch of giving up their gasis for [sales of] hybrids to be relatively flat guzzling SUVs in favor of full electrics. over the next decade, with electric growth Rather, gas-burning SUV sales keep growmainly coming from plug-in hybrids.” ing to the point where they dominate the With more consumers looking to overall auto market. buy a car with a plug, there are a number To get up to speed on the terminology, of options now available in an increasa hybrid (think Toyota Prius) is powered ingly crowded field. Currently, there are 20 by a small gas engine and uses an electric PHEV on the market, as well as 17 battery 42
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electrics—though not all of the latter models are available in all states. Meantime, the SUV itself is plugging in. Eric Evarts, editor of GreenCarReports.com, says, “Electric cars’ market share may look small now, but no fewer than 15 automakers are planning to introduce electric SUVs for 2019. SUVs are really what American car buyers want.” At the same time, regulatory changes mean electric cars will be available in more states, says Evarts. Projections call for rapid expansion of fast-charging networks like Tesla’s Superchargers to become more widespread for all kinds of electric cars in the next three to five years. Battery cars are best suited for people that drive locally and have a place to put a 240-volt charger. For those that make the occasional long trip, a plug-in hybrid is the better choice. Here are some models worth considering. All of them are eligible for federal tax credits, as well as some state incentives, though they’re lower for plug-in hybrids. All prices are 2018 manufacturer’s list, before rebates.
Plug-In Hybrids: Batteries Plus a Backup Toyota Prius Prime ($27,300). This
updated version of the popular Prius offers 25 miles of electric-only range, an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) combined energy/fuel efficiency rating of 133 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe), 54 mpg on gas only and 640 miles between either fillups or charges.
Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid ($39,995). The only available hybrid minivan, the
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Pacifica’s all-electric range is 33 miles, and the gas-only rating is 32 mpg, an MPGe rating of 84, with a combined range of 570 miles.
Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid
($24,950). It offers a battery-power range of 29 miles. On gas only, it delivers 52 mpg, with 119 MPGe.
Volvo XC90 T8 Plug-In Hybrid
($64,950). This luxury model offers an electric range of 18 miles, with a 62 MPGe and 27 mpg on gasoline. Other models to consider: Honda Clarity, Chevrolet Volt, Cadillac CT6, BMW X5 xDrive40e and Kia Niro.
Zero-Emission EV Contenders Available in 50 States Brad Berman, owner of PlugInCars.com, says he doesn’t even notice that his car is electric anymore. “It really moves and I drive it just like any car, except that I never have to go to the gas station. When I pull into my driveway, it takes about five seconds to plug it in.”
Chevrolet Bolt ($37,495). The Bolt beat Tesla to market with an electric car that offered more than 200 miles of range at a price below $40,000.
Tesla Model 3 ($49,000). The Model 3
is fast, stylish and ultra-modern—with most controls located on the central screen. It delivers a range of 220 miles.
Jaguar I-Pace ($69,500). At a recent
media launch event, the I-Pace electric crossover proved highly capable both on and off the road. Its range is 240 miles. Others to consider include the Hyundai Kona EV, VW e-Golf, Kia Soul EV, Nissan Leaf (especially the Leaf e-Plus) and Tesla Model S. Jim Motavalli, of Fairfield, CT, is an author, freelance journalist and speaker specializing in clean automotive and other environmental topics. Connect at JimMotavalli.com. December 2018
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Practice generosity. Neuroscience research shows that performing an altruistic act lights up the same pleasure centers in the brain as food and sex. When an impulse to be generous arises, act on it and notice the expansive feeling that blesses us when we share. Play and have fun. The holidays allow us to let ourselves feel like we did when we were kids. Be around children if possible. Tune into and take delight in their enthusiasm. Singing or dancing is an excellent way to move out of our head and open our heart to the joy within. Remember that happiness is contagious: If we’re happy, we increase the odds that close friends and family will be happy, too. James Baraz is a co-founding teacher of the Spirit Rock Meditation Center, in Woodacre, CA, and co-author of Awakening Joy: 10 Steps That Will Put You on the Road to Real Happiness and Awakening Joy for Kids: A Hands-On Guide for GrownUps to Nourish Themselves and Raise Mindful, Happy Children. Connect at AwakeningJoy.info.
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PET-SAFE HOLIDAYS Tips to Keep Them Happy and Safe
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olidays promise joy and celebration, but the festivities can also lead to stress and anxiety for people and pets. It is important to remember that visiting strangers, a tree, shiny ornaments, gifts to sniff and food to beg for can pose danger for pets.
Maintain Calm
Christina Chambreau, a homeopathic veterinarian, author and educator in Sparks, Maryland, suggests that petting a dog or cat several times a day can lower stress levels and instill a sense of normalcy. “Flower essences like Bach’s Rescue Remedy help attain calm,” she says. Add it to a pet’s water bowl in the days before a party or drop it directly onto the tongue if unexpected guests arrive. All-natural ingredients make daily use safe for pets and humans.
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“Fatty dishes are a problem, from oily potato pancakes to rich gravies for the turkey,” says Ann Hohenhaus, a veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center, in New York City. “Spilled food, unguarded pans and forgotten eggnog or liquor put animals at risk for severe gastrointestinal upset.” Other common holiday fare can also pose a significant danger for pets: 48
n Chocolate—especially dark chocolate and dry cocoa powder—can cause seizures and heart arrhythmia. n Onions, often used in dressing, can cause anemia in pets. n Raw, yeasty bread dough expands when ingested, potentially causing bloat, a deadly twisting of the stomach. n Raisins and grapes in desserts, cookies and fruitcakes can cause kidney failure in dogs. n Nutmeg is toxic for pets. The trash can itself contains numerous hazards for furry family members. The string that binds roasted meats is tempting and may require surgery to remove if ingested. Trimmed fat can mean pancreatitis. Swallowed bones pose a dire threat to the entire digestive tract.
Provide Good Foods
Naked foods are best. Pets don’t need brown sugar, marshmallows, butter, salt or gravy to appreciate a treat. “Unless there’s a special diet, share skinless turkey breast, sweet potatoes and green beans,” says Dana Humphrey, aka The Pet Lady, in New York City. “There’s always a friend or relative who thinks one taste won’t hurt. Turkey or sweet potato jerky and homemade treats let guests dole out risk-free bites.”
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Preservatives that keep the evergreen tree fresh can turn tree water into a drinking hazard for pets. Mesh netting or screen wire allows the addition of fresh water, but prevents pets from quenching their thirst. Tinsel, garland and ribbon bits are easy to swallow, glass ornaments can cut and tree needles aren’t digestible. Small dreidels become choking hazards, so play while the dog sleeps and put toys away when done. For safety, add edibles to the stockings at the last minute. Keep light cords out of sight and unplug them when not in supervised use to preempt chewing. Carefully monitor lit candles: A wagging tail or leaping cat can knock them over and start a fire. Update holiday candles with rechargeable, batteryoperated versions for a pet-safe holiday glow. Pet parents everywhere employ creative strategies to ensure maximum mirth and safety during the holidays. Mystery writer Livia Washburn Reasoner opted for a tabletop tree in her Azle, Texas, home, “because our rescued Chihuahuas, Nora and Nicki, peed on the tree skirt.” In Festus, Missouri, retired school bus driver Darlene Drury suggests that a baby’s recycled playpen or a dog’s exercise pen can separate pets from holiday trees. Patricia Fry, author of the Klepto Cat mysteries, in Ojai, California, decorates the lower branches of her tree with unbreakable ornaments and puts more fragile ornaments out of her cats’ reach.
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If a large party is planned, a guest is allergic or many children will be present, consider boarding a pet. “Slipping out the door as guests arrive is a hazard,” says Veterinarian Carol Osborne, owner of the Chagrin Falls Pet Clinic, in Ohio. “If your pet is very young, very old, pregnant, aggressive and/ or suffers with a chronic disease, consider personal pet sitters, kennels, pet hotels and doggie spas to ensure a joyous holiday.” Pet-proof the house by getting down to the pet’s level and make a family schedule to take turns keeping track of fourfooted friends. Then the whole family, pets included, can enjoy the season worry-free. Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.
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the best exercises to not only initiate, but maintain weight loss,” says Sue Markovitch, fitness trainer and owner of Clear Rock Fitness, in Westerville, Ohio. “This combination kicks the metabolism switch on, increasing the number of energy-producing mitochondria in our cells, and improves our ability to burn fuel. Intervals—where you push the energy expenditure high, recover and then repeat—catalyze the best results.” A recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition concluded that three hours of moderate walking per week catalyzed significant weight loss compared to those that didn’t include walking in their exercise routines. Sessions on the yoga mat can also be a great cortisol-reducer through lowering stress levels and promoting equilibrium.
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A challenging workout is best, but excessive exercise can easily backfire and kick off a stress response in the body, which means higher cortisol levels and increased risk of packing on the pounds. A gentler approach is also safer, especially for beginners. “Step in gradually. You want the program to be challenging, but doable,” counsels Markovitch. “If you work with a trainer, tell them if something hurts or feels too challenging. If they don’t listen, you need to find another trainer.” Employ common sense with any kind of workout. “Going from no to much activity can be a complete shock to the body. You will see more success in creating realistic goals and working your way up to liking the benefits that come from exercise if you start out small,” says Acosta. “Consistency is key. Even if you don’t have 30 minutes to go to the gym, work out for 20 minutes—or even 10.”
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xperiences, not possessions.” I’ve been hearing that a lot lately, and I love hearing it. This is the way I live now. I no longer have to have another shirt, an extra belt or a fifth watch. I can’t possibly use all the stuff I have already. Instead I will go on another hike, or travel to someplace like Colorado or Spain. When I visit my young cousins, nephews or nieces, I see rooms filled with toys—so many that they don’t mean anything, and the kids don’t focus on what’s in front of them. They go from toy to toy, not using their imagination as they would if they had less to distract them. It’s the same thing with many adults. How many pairs of shoes do you really need? We build houses now with closets the size of rooms. Nothing is special. And when the years pass, what will the kids remember? What will you remember?
���������������������������������� Think about it. What do you remember from a few years or a few decades ago? Was it that trip to Paris or the Grand Canyon? Or was it that extra thing you got? We accumulate so much stuff these days because we are conditioned from early childhood to think that we need the latest or more of this or that. There are several reasons for this—among them the fact that it keeps the assembly lines moving and the dollars flowing, mostly upstream. But it also consumes resources and depletes the planet. And it doesn’t really help us live better lives. Once you have what you need, selffulfillment is possible without having extra stuff. This is not a new concept. Think about Maslow and his hierarchy of human needs. The first article I contributed to Natural Awakenings was titled “Take a Hike
with Your Kids”—and that’s my recommendation for the holidays as well. If you think it’s too late to go to someplace exotic, don’t worry. There are many beautiful places around here. Of course, my first choice would be the Hudson Highlands State Park. Located on the east side of the Hudson River, near the Bear Mountain Bridge, there are amazing views of the bridge, the Hudson River Valley and numerous historic sites. If you aren’t familiar with the area, go to nynjtc. org, click on Find Hikes, type Hudson Highlands into the search bar, and use the tools to find a hike with the perfect features, length and difficulty level for all participants. There’s no need to travel far to get in a great hike. There are state and county parks all over our area. Just google “parks” or “hiking” and “near me” or your town name. You’ll be amazed by what you find. And winter is a great time to go for a hike. One of the best things about hiking in the woods in the winter is you can see farther and see more. With the leaves off the trees, you don’t have to get to the top of the mountain to see a beautiful panorama or the river, lake or next mountain nearby. You can see it right through the trees. So what’s my recommendation for holiday giving? Get outside. Have an adventure in the city or somewhere close. Experiences, not possessions. Roger Dubin is marketing director for Natural Awakenings and a volunteer trail supervisor for the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference, managing trails in South Eastern Harriman State Park. Contact him at MrNaturalNYC@gmail.com or on Instagram @MrNaturalNYC.
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YogaShine Kripalu/Meditate/Yoga Therapy O2 Living/drinklivingjuice 7-11 Legion Drive, 792 Rt. 35 Yellow Monkey Village 914.769.8745; yogashine.com 914.763.6320; drinklivingjuice.com
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The Temperance Center 453 White Plains Road 914.793.2600 TheTemperanceCenter.com
Yoga Haven & Yoga Haven 2 Tuckahoe & Scarsdale yogahaven.com; 914.337.1437 info@yogahaven.com
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Namastesis-Yoga & Wellness Nueva Alma Yoga & Wellness Offering Yoga, Massage & Reiki 799 McLean Avenue 1065 Main Street - Suite H 914.294.0606; NuevaAlma.com 845.765.2299; Namastesis.com
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Putnam Yoga 30 Tomahawk Street Baldwin Place 845.494.8118; PutnamYoga.com
Golden Prana Yoga 223 Katonah Avenue 914.232.3473 GoldenTempleYoga.com
YOGA TEACHER Heather Reiners, HipHeather Yoga Teacher & Reiki Master Beginners & Gentle Yoga 914.479.2594; hipheather.com
MAHOPAC Liberation Yoga & Wellness Center 862 Route 6 845.803.8389; liberationny.com
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calendar of events Please call ahead to confirm times and dates. Pre-register early to insure events will have a minimum number to take place. To place a calendar listing, email us before December 12 (for January issue) and adhere to our guidelines. Email WPCcalendar@naturalawakeningsmag.com for guidelines on how to submit listings. No phone calls or faxes, please. NYIOA certified. $30. Balance Wellness Studio, 1851 E Main, Rte 6, Mohegan Lake. Must RSVP: 914.374.1471; BalanceOn6.com. Voice Empowerment Workshop – 1-4 pm. Presented by Ronni Sarrett: VocalFocus.com. Free the voice to free expressiveness. $40/$45, Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave, Rye. 914.967.6080. WainwrightHouse.org.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 100-Hour Meditation Teacher Training – Taught by Melanie Ryan. The Center for Health and Healing, Mt Kisco. 914.864.0462. Center4Healing.net. The Margaret Eberle Fair Trade Festival – 10am4pm. More than 30 international and local fair trade arts and crafts vendors. Live music. Free parking. $5 suggested admission. MUMC Sanctuary, Memorial United Methodist Church, White Plains. Reiki 1 & 2 – 11am-4pm.With Reiki Master Marcus Feighery. $275. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. RSVP: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com. Annual Arlington Holiday Festival – Noon-6pm. Sip Goddess nog while walking through the streets of Arlington on the Eggnog Crawl. Shopping village, children’s activities, holiday parade and tree lighting. Dreaming Goddess 44 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie. 845.473.2206. ArlingtonHasIt.org. Monthly Sound Healing with Tibetan Singing Bowls – 5:30-7pm. Michelle Clifton. Experience deep relaxation and cleansing using the ancient sound healing bowls. $40 drop-in. Mt Kisco. Info: 914.447.0822. Center4Healing.net. 5 Rhythms Dance – 7-9pm. Dance the 5 Rhythms and allow the body to be danced. Beacon of Light Wellness Center. 845.202.3515. BOLWC.com.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2 Water Ceremony – 10-10:30am. Offer up prayers with tobacco and song, sending them down to the ocean, for the healing of the waters of Mother Earth and for all of relations. Free. Meet at the Poughkeepsie Boat Launch. 845.473.2206 DreamingGoddess.com. Essential Oils for Stress Relief and Anxiety – 11:30am-1:30pm. With Jessica Sheridan owner of Lionessheart Botanicals. Make a mini aromatherapy inhaler and roll-on. All supplies included.
Internationally Acclaimed Psychic Medium Suzane Northrop’s Small Group Message Circle – 1:30-3pm. $299. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. Questions: 845.363.1765. Register: 888.692.8111. Online registration/follow link: SynchronicityNY.com. Goddess as Muse: 25th Anniversary Celebration of The Wild Mother – 2:30-4:30pm. With author Elizabeth Cunningham, Explore one’s own experience as Goddess as the muse in work and in life. Dreaming Goddess, 44 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie. 845.473.2206. DreamingGoddess.com. The Ecstasy of Tantric Drawing – 3-6pm. With Diane Green and jLTg Holo. Touch boundless freedom and limitless creativity with timeless tantra. Beacon of Light Wellness Center. 845.202.3515. BOLWC.com.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 8-9pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation, group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6 Foodie Club for Teens – Dec 6, Jan 3, 17, Feb 14 and 28. 3:15-4:30pm. Make snacks and small meals for the group to enjoy using the library staff kitchen. For teens/tweens in grades 6th and up. Somers Library. Register: 914.232.5717. Additional dates: SomersLibrary.org. Raw Rainbow Food Workshop – 7-9pm. Fun and interactive workshop about raw rainbow eating. $30. The Aligned Center, 1 Bridge St, Ste 64, Irvington. Faryn Sand: 914.292.0930. TheAlignedCenter.com. Fluoride and Sugar Secrets – 7:30pm. Holistic Moms meeting with dentist turned food and environmental educator, Dr Susan Rubin. Learn info and dental strategies for all ages. Rye Free Reading Room, 1061 Boston Post Rd, Rye. Hosted by: HolisticMoms.org.
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Qi Gong Classes – Dec 7, 14, 21 and 28. 10-11am. $15. Sandy Dutchess Yoga, 1575 Rte 376, Lynn Building at the corner of All Angels Hills Rd, Wappingers Falls. Register: Empowered by Nature: 845.416.4598. Dutchess Yoga direct: 845.902.8206. Empoweredbynature.net.
Osteoporosis Awareness Group Plus Holiday Party – 7-9pm. Speaker is Annette Jackson from Buff Bones, a system of exercise for bone and joint health. Free. Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, 785 Mamaroneck Ave, corner Heatherbloom Rd, White Plains. Info: Susan: 914.260.9339.
Natural Way to Quit Alcohol, Sugar, Smoking… – 7-7:45pm. Learn about a simple, effective treatment for quitting smoking, alcohol, sugar and more. 80 percent plus success. Simpler than most dare to believe. Free info session. Briarcliff location. 914.473.2015. QuitWithQuinn.com.
Monday Meditation Class – Dec 3, 10 and 17. 7:30-9pm. Guided moving meditations. $5. Ganesha Spa, Peekskill. Irina Ionina: 914.906.7238. GaneshaSpa.com.
New Moon Manifestation – 7-8pm. Together manifest hearts’ desires using The Law of Attraction and the creative energies of the New Moon. $10. Dreaming Goddess, 44 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie. 845.473.2206. DreamingGoddess.com.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4 Community Opioid Overdose Training – 6-7:30pm. Free training for the public on how to respond to an opioid overdose using Naloxone (Narcan). Somers Library, Rte 139 and Reis Park, Somers. Preregistration required: 914.995.6584. Westchestergov.com/health. Qi Gong Classes – Dec 4, 11 and 18. 6:307:30pm. $10 each date. Sacred Space Healing Arts, 436 Main St, Beacon. Register: 845.416.4598. EmpoweredByNature.net.
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Ayurveda, Diet and Nutrition: Achieving Balance and Harmony – 7-9pm. With Dr. Somesh Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician. Free lecture. Pawling Library, 11 Broad St, Pawling. 845.355.8444. PawlingLibrary.org.
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Curing Addiction from the Core: Quit with Quinn Info Session – 7:45-8:30pm. Learn about the unseen energy of addiction and how this simple, natural method can help one quit for good. Alcohol, smoking, sugar, behaviors. 80 percent plus success. Free. Briarcliff location. 914.473.2015. QuitWithQuinn.com.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8 Winter Solstice/Transitioning with the Season Workshop – 12/8, 12/15 & 12/22. A 3 part Workshop Event. First 2 gatherings build in preparation for the final gathering on the 22nd which will include a labyrinth walk. $225. 109 Croton Ave, suite 205, Ossining. Info: Lauren 914.534.1294. WillowWispWellness.com. Reiki I Class – Dec 8 and 9. 9am-2pm. With Irina Ionina Reiki Master. Usui-Takata lineage with 22-years’ experience. $300. Peekskill. 914.906.7238. Info: GaneshaSpa.com.
Fall in Love with Yourself Workshop – Noon3pm.With Eva Kornet. Learn tools to fall in love with oneself and live daily life from the heart. $40. Yoga of Westchester, 2055 Albany Post Rd, Croton on Hudson. Register in advance: 914.930.7707. DailyDevotionYoga.com. Network Spinal Analysis Talk – 2-4pm. Learn about NSA and experience a mini-session to release stored tension in the nervous system. $40. $35 advance. The Center for Health and Healing, 4 Smith Ave, 2nd Flr, Mt Kisco. Register: 914.218.6424. Info: LawrenceGSternDC.com.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9 Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra – 10-11am. With Claudia Gukeisen. Take part in a monthly guided relaxation practice, which brings mind and body into its natural healing and restful state. $20 drop-in. Mt Kisco. 914.673.3313. Center4Healing.net. Meditation to Awaken Your Light Body – 11:30am-1pm. With Michael Rosenbaum. $20. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. RSVP/ reserve spot: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com. Monthly Reiki Circle – 2-3:30pm. With Deborah Amjadi. Experience a restorative reiki healing experience. Reiki healing reduces stress, relieves pain and accelerates healing without the use of medication. $20 suggested drop-in. Mt Kisco. 914.864.0462. Center4Healing.net. Intro to Sound Healing and Deep Relaxation Sound Bath Meditation – 4-5:30pm. Experience an interactive session on best uses of sound tools and an immersive sound meditation. Beacon of Light Wellness Center. 845.202.3515. BOLWC.com.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 10 Winter Art Drop-In – Dec 10, 17, Jan 7, 14 and 28. 10:30am-12:30pm. Relaxing drop-in art class. Quiet music will accompany while participants relax and create art with other enthusiastic art lovers. $30. Somers Library. Info: 914.232.5717. SomersLibrary.org. Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation and group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11 Ayurveda Seasonal Detoxing: How to Do It Safely and Gently – 12:30-1:30pm. With Dr. Somesh Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician. Free lecture. North Castle Library, 19 Wippoorwill Rd E, Armonk. 914.273.3887. NorthCatleLibrary.org. Tea & Stones – 6:30-7:30pm. A lecture to connect and learn about gems, stones and their incredible properties. Free. Dreaming Goddess, 44 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie. 845.473.2206. DreamingGoddess.com. Coping with Loss: A Panel Discussion – 7-9pm. The holidays can be an especially challenging time to navigate, grief-panelists will share on coping resiliently. $10. The Aligned Center, 1 Bridge St, Ste 64, Irvington. Faryn Sand: 914.292.0930. TheAlignedCenter.com.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14 Quit Alcohol Simply and Permanently – 7-7:45pm. Learn about Quit with Quinn: helping people overcome alcohol, smoking, sugar and other addictions more easily than they ever thought possible. 80 percent plus success. Free info session. Briarcliff location. 914.473.2015. QuitWithQuinn.com. Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation and group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com. Natural Way to Quit Sugar, Overeating, Smoking… – 7:45-8:30pm. Learn about a simple, effective method for quitting smoking, alcohol, sugar and more. 80 percent plus success. Simpler than most dare to believe. Free info session. Briarcliff location. 914.473.2015. QuitWithQuinn.com.
markyourcalendar Interfaith Sundays At the Chapel at Croton Falls Sunday, December 16 6–7:30 pm Winter Solstice Magic
Featuring: Kristin Hoffman, Bear Walker & Westchester Spirited Drumming Suggested donation of $20 All Welcome- Refreshments to follow. The Chapel at Croton Falls, 609, Rt. 22, Croton Falls, NY (Next to the Schoolhouse Theater) Parking is available across the street. Contact: Deborah@gardenoflight.org chapelatcrotonfalls.org Natural Way to Quit Alcohol, Sugar, Smoking… – 1-2pm. Learn about a simple, effective treatment for quitting smoking, alcohol, sugar and more. 80 percent plus success. Simpler than most dare to believe. Free info session. NYC location, E37th btwn Park & Lex. 914.473.2015. QuitWithQuinn.com. Breathwork – 4-5:30pm. With Erika Forsell. Breathwork is an active meditation that uses the breath as a guide to our emotional body. Beacon of Light Wellness Center. 845.202.3515. BOLWC.com. Winter Solstice Healing Night – 4-6pm. With Merrill Black. Restorative yoga, singing, lighting ceremony and meditation. $30, half will go to charity. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.260. TheTemperanceCenter.com.
Lovemore Chanting – 7-9pm. With Eileen O’Hare and friends. Join in for an evening of sacred chanting. Beacon of Light Wellness Center. 845.202.3515. BOLWC.com.
Winter Solstice Magic: Interfaith Celebration of the Light – 6pm. Live music, magic and mystery. All ages are invited to bring a drum or a rattle. $15. Suggested donation. The Chapel at Croton Falls, 609 Rte 22, Croton Falls. Info: ChapelatCrotonFalls.org.
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Essential Oils for Minor Aches and Pains – 11:30am-1:30pm. With Jessica Sheridan. Learn to make 1oz bath salts and oil roll-on. All supplies included. NYIOA certified. $45. Balance Wellness Studio, 1851 E Main, Rte 6, Mohegan Lake. Must RSVP: 914.374.1471 BalanceOn6.com.
Energy Healing and Stress Relief – 6-7:30pm. With Rose Christmas. Adult program. Registration is required. The Kent Library, 17 Sybil’s Crossing. Info: 845.225.8585. KentLibrary.org.
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18 The Marriage of Psychotherapy & Astrology: A match made in ‘Heaven’ – With Alan Ellis LCSW, Westchester Holistic Network, 7-8:30pm. Networking begins 6:30pm. WHN members and first-timers free. $10 for repeat non-members. Ixchel Center, Hartsdale Register: WestchesterHolisticNetwork.org.
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December 2018 Astrology with Pamela Cucinell Communicate with Clarity
The first week has Mercury retrograde, so take your time! Conversations on December 1 dig deep. Egos dominate December 2; power struggles are not worth the energy. It’s Hanukkah—celebrate Light. A surprise presents a new perspective on December 3. Research and investigation on December 4 lead to fresh insight. Focus on what matters most December 5 to reap rewards. Mercury direct on December 6 brings an onslaught of information and ideas.
Renew Optimism
The Sagittarius new moon on December 7 refreshes the need for spiritual growth as an individual quest. A plan of action demands a solid foundation on December 8; design more than one strategy. Say yes when you mean it on December 9. The best-laid plans derail a bit on December 10; move into the alternate path. List your priorities on December 11, when opportunities pop and luck guides you. A fast pace on December 12 satisfies those who know the desired outcome. Shake the morning confusion or lethargy on December 13 to create possibilities crafted by love.
Cook and Cool
Mysticism and compassion envelop activities on December 14. Give yourself a light schedule and a warm embrace on December 15; listen well. Dynamic moves on December 16 demand commitment and follow-through. An impasse on Decem56
ber 17 is temporary, not a deal breaker. December 18 presents clear paths to achieve goals. Use the slow-cooker energy on December 19 for quality appreciation in any aspect of love and work.
Light in Darkness
Inspiration blasts on December 20 can generate leaps toward goals. The winter solstice encourages a high vibration of love. The Cancer full moon on December 22 brings home a vision of inner authority. Ultimate values undergo tests on December 23. Hold equilibrium on December 24, when the unexpected presents itself. Childlike exuberance captures Christmas Day, despite whatever wishes have not yet come to fruition.
Adios 2018
Small details matter this Kwanzaa, December 26. Mixed signals disrupt on December 27. Save December 28 for intimate connections. Don’t cut corners on December 29. Conversations on December 30 take unexpected turns. Resolutions made on New Year’s Eve go the distance. Pamela Cucinell offers spiritual insight with a practical twist with both astrology and tarot at InsightOasis.com. She provides guidance through her website, private sessions, YouTube and webinars. For more information, contact her at pamela@insightoasis. com or 917.796.6026. See ad page 30.
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Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 8-9pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation, group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21 BodyWise Meditations: Unwinding with the Inward Spiral of Winter – 12/21/18- 3/21/19. Candle lit classes start with circle, grounding, intention setting and partially guided meditation. $360 (includes a gift bundle) or $35 each class. 109 Croton Ave, suite 205, Ossining. Info: Lauren 914.534.1294. WillowWispWellness.com. Winter Solstice Celebration – 7-9pm. Join in for meditation, gong bath and drum circle in celebrate the return of the Sun. $40. Register in advance. Yoga of Westchester, 2055 Albany Post Rd, Croton on Hudson. Register in advance: 914.930.7707. DailyDevotionYoga.com.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22 Shamanic Reiki Hearth Circle – 5:30-7pm. With Melanie Ryan. Join in for a Winter Solstice Ceremony. Shamanic cosmology. Donations support indigenous people. All welcome. $20 suggested. Mt Kisco. 914.864.0462. Center4Healing.net.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 24 Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation and group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com. Christmas at the Chapel – 7:30 pm. Christmas Eve service. Led by acting Pastor June Tompkins. Deborah Moldow, Soloist. The Chapel at Croton Falls, 609 Rte 22, Croton Falls. Info: ChapelAtCrotonFalls.org.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28 Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation and group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.
on going events NOTE: All calendar events must be received via email by the 12th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. Email WPCcalendar@naturalawakeningsmag.com for guidelines and to submit entries. No phone calls or faxes, please. Ongoing Calendar listings must be resent quarterly for our January, April, July & October editions.
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Early Morning Vinyasa – 6am. With Tara, Firefly Yoga. 992 Main St, Fishkill. RSVP/info: FireflyFishkill.com.
All Level Flow – 8:30am. With Mackenzie. A warm vinyasa style class to suit the needs of the individual. Modifications offered for beginners, challenges offered for the advanced. $20 drop-in. 3535 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor. 814.422.3083. ElevateYogaStudios.com.
108 Sun Salutations – 11am-noon. Join the Yogic tradition of honoring the day of sun by working toward 108 sun salutations in 40 min. All ages. Brings invigoration, mental stability and increases Ojas. Includes 15-min savasana. Wainwright House, Rye. 914.967.6080. Wainwright.org/calendar. Weekly Sacred Women’s Circle – 1-2:30pm. With Dana Canneto. Safe and gentle gathering of women sharing experiences, stories and support. Different topics each week. Soulauras, 510 N State Rd, Briarcliff. 24-hr preregistration required: 914.419.2238. Soulauras.com. Science Barge Art & Science Workshop Sundays – Through Oct. 2-4pm. Children ages 4-10. Planting activities, arts and crafts and get up close and personal with baby eels, oysters and blue claw crabs. Suggested $5 donation for supplies. Info/RSVP: 914.513.7354. GroundworkHV.org. Vinyasa Express – 4pm. $20 drop-in. Yoga Crave, 1456 Rte 22, Brewster. Yoga-Crave.com.
monday First Monday of Month – 7-8:30am or 10:30amnoon. Mindful Mom monthly meditation and private Facebook group. A community of like-minded moms to meditate, commiserate and support each other. $29.99 a month. The Center for Health and Healing, 4 Smith Ave, Mt Kisco. 917.974.9446. JodiBaretz.com. Kripalu-based YogaShine – 9-10:30am. With Vitalah Simon, teaching yoga for 29 years. Gentle and calming, strengthening and invigorating, for adults, multi-level and individual attention. Beginners welcome. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745. YogaShine.com. Karma Energy Flow – 9:30-10:45am.With Jennifer. This fast-paced vinyasa flow will explore challenging poses and sequences. Karma Road
tuesday Gentle Yoga for Wellness – 5:45-7pm. With Ann Casapini. Yoga using chairs, props, deep relaxation/ meditation to build stability, strength and flexibility. Gentle level. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Ann: 917.882.0921. TheTemperanceCenter.com.
Kacey, On The Radio – 6:30am. The Health and Happiness Show. Interviews with therapists, healers, doctors, actors and dreamers. Tune into 100.7 WHUD. Kaceyontheradio.com.
Pilates Mat Class – 9-10am. Classical mat class. Mats provided. All levels. $20. Rhinebeck Pilates, 6400 Montgomery St. Elaine: 845.876.5686. RhinebeckPilates.com.
All Level Hatha Yoga – 7:30-8:30pm. With Angela. A non-intimidating yoga class that works for all levels of experience. $15. Balance Wellness Studio, 1851 E Main St, Rte 6, Mohegan Lake. RSVP required: 914.374.1471. BalanceOn6.com.
Reiki, Movement & Meditation – 9:15am. Open Level. $20 drop-in. Yoga Crave, 1456 Rte 22, Brewster. Yoga-Crave.com. Yoga, 1250 Pleasantville Rd, Briarcliff Manor. Info, Betsy Egan: 914.382.6733. KarmaRoadYoga.com. Vinyasa – 9:30am With Stacy. A moderately paced flow of poses, with attention to alignment and breath. Mildly challenging. $22 drop-in. o2living, Yellow Monkey Village, Cross River. 914.763.6320. DrinkLivingJuice.com. Easeful Gentle Flow – 10am. Open Level. $20 drop-in. Yoga Crave, 1456 Rte 22, Brewster. Yoga-Crave.com. Basic Flow Yoga – 10:15-11:30am. With Cara. A vinyasa class focusing on the alignment of the basic poses, nothing crazy. $20 drop-in. 3535 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor. 814.422.3083. ElevateYogaStudios.com. Community Pilates Tower Class – 5:306:15pm. Invigorating pilates workout using the tower at a discounted rate. $20. Rhinebeck Pilates, 6400 Montgomery St. Elaine: 845.876.5686. RhinebeckPilates.com. Healing Dance Circle – 5:45-7:15pm. Experience an intuitively guided healing dance practice to nourish individual and collective needs. Free flowing energy lifting movement enhances physical fitness and more. White Lotus Grace: Spiritual Healing Arts & Dance, South Rd, Millbrook. Cost info: 845.677.3517. WhiteLotusGrace.com. Yoga Foundations – 6-7:15pm.With Jamie. This class is for the beginner or the experienced yogi who is looking to fine tune aspects of their practice. Karma Road Yoga, 1250 Pleasantville Rd, Briarcliff Manor. Info, Betsy Egan: 914.382.6733. KarmaRoadYoga.com. Pre-teen/Teen YogaShine, Kripalu-based – 7-8pm. Reduce stress, increase focus and selfesteem, multi-level and individual attention. Beginners welcome. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745 Yogashine.com. Advanced Tai Chi & Qigong Class – 7pm. Improve one’s balance and overall health. The dance like movements develop coordination and sharpen short term memory. In Balance Tai Chi, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. Call to schedule classes: 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com.
Beginner Tai Chi & Qigong Class – 10am and 7pm. Improve one’s balance and overall health. The dance like movements develop coordination and sharpen short term memory. In Balance Tai Chi, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. Call to schedule classes: 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com. Hot Lunch – Noon. With Dina A quick hour of hot vinyasa to get motivated mid-day. Strengthen and tone body while also finding a peaceful state of mind. $25 drop-in. o2living, Yellow Monkey Village, Cross River. 914.763.6320. DrinkLivingJuice.com. Yogalates with Self-myofascial Release – 7-8:15pm. With Kat Learn technique of myofascial release to relieve tight, painful muscles, then do yoga and mat Pilates. All levels. $14. Balance Wellness Studio, 1851 E Main, Rte 6, Mohegan Lake. Must RSVP: 914.374.1471 BalanceOn6.com. Reformer Group Class – 7pm. Get in shape for the summer with core strengthening. Invigorating small group class with certified pilates instructor. $38. Pilates and More, 127 Main St, Dobbs Ferry. 914.478.3560. Slow Flow Vinyasa – 7pm. With Jen. A gentle, slower paced class that links poses to breath to cultivate strength, alignment, balance and gentle opening. Appropriate for both newer/beginner students and those with a seasoned practice. $22 drop-in. o2living, Yellow Monkey Village, Cross River. 914.763.6320. DrinkLivingJuice.com. Vinyasa Restorative Flow – 7:30-8:45pm. With Jo-Anne. Great vinyasa flow class that incorporates restorative yoga. All levels. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Jo-Anne: 917.364.1871. ThetemperanceCenter.com.
wednesday Zumba Gold – 10:15am. Designed for active adults over 55. First class free. StepWISEnow Balance Fitness, 325 S Highland Ave, Ste 109, Briarcliff Manor. Visit: Stepwisenow.com.
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Joyful Anusara Yoga – 11am-12:15pm. With Ann Casapini. Well balanced asana sequences that focus on alignment, mindfulness, clear intention and joy. Intermediate level. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Ann: 917.882.0921. TheTemperanceCenter.com. Weekly Sacred Women’s Circle – 1-2:30pm. With Dana Canneto. Safe and gentle gathering of women sharing experiences, stories and support. Different topics each week. Soulauras, 510 N State Rd, Briarcliff. 24-hr preregistration required: 914.419.2238. Soulauras.com. Men’s Mindful Breath & Body Yoga – 5-6:15pm. With Victor Gazzini. Class for men combining mind, body, breath, asanas, chanting to support steadiness, alertness, and comfort. Beginner level. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Vic: 914.319.7322. TheTemperanceCenter.com. YogaStrong – 5:30pm.With Cara. Warm flow class that combines sun salutations and asana with light weights to add to the intensity of the asana. $20 drop-in. 3535 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor. 814.422.3083. ElevateYogaStudios.com.
Restorative Yoga with Guided Meditation – 7:308:15pm. With Kat. Feel relaxed and renewed, relief for stress and pain. $15. Balance Wellness Studio, 1851 E Main St, Rte 6, Mohegan Lake. Must RSVP: 914.374.1471. BalanceOn6.com.
Weekly Spiritual and Meditation Meeting – 7:309pm. Meditation and spiritual gathering with video selections and readings on a weekly topic. Science of Spirituality. Refreshments following. Free. Mosaic Mental Health Center, 5676 Riverdale Ave, Ste 203, Riverdale. Info. 914.433.1800. SOS.org.
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Pilates Tower Class – 10am. Energizing pilates workout in beautiful, fully equipped studio. Small class sizes. $35. Rhinebeck Pilates, 6400 Montgomery St. 845.876.5686. RhinebeckPilates.com.
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All Level Flow – 6:30pm.With Katy. A warm vinyasa style class to suit the needs of the individual. Modifications offered for beginners, challenges offered for the advanced. $20 drop-in. 3535 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor. 814.422.3083. ElevateYogaStudios.com.
Mindfulness Meditation in the Tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh – 6:45-8:30pm. One Earth Sangha. Beginners welcome. Free will donation. YogaShine Studio, 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. Info: 914.769.8745.
Kripalu-based YogaShine – 9-10:30am. With Vitalah Simon, teaching yoga for 29 years. Gentle and calming, strengthening and invigorating, for adults, multi-level and individual attention. Beginners welcome. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745 Yogashine.com.
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Zumba Chair – 11:30am. A great core and cardio workout. Move the whole body to the same great zumba rhythms. First class free. StepWISEnow Balance Fitness, 325 S Highland Ave, Ste 109, Briarcliff Manor. Visit: Stepwisenow.com.
Beginner & Advance Shaolin Kung Fu Class – 7pm. An excellent exercise regime and self-defense system. The powerful movements develop coordination and promote external strength. In Balance Tai Chi, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. Call to schedule classes: 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com.
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Day for Cats – 3rd Thurs. Sponsored by Stray HELP Inc Services by TARA, Inc mobile clinic. $70 includes: spay/neuter, rabies, ears cleaned and nails trimmed. Other services available during surgery. Info, Althea: 845.705.5020.
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Healing Dance Circle – 11am-12:30pm. Experience an intuitively guided healing dance practice to nourish individual and collective needs. Free flowing energy lifting movement enhances physical fitness and more. White Lotus Grace: Spiritual Healing Arts & Dance, South Rd, Millbrook. Cost info: 845.677.3517. WhiteLotusGrace.com.
Yin Breath Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm. With Victor Gazzini. A class using a breath bases asana practice that incorporates meditation, visualization and chanting. All levels. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Vic: 914.319.7322. ThetemperanceCenter.com.
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Core Flow – 10am with Carrie. Cultivate sustainable strength. A collaboration with Kinected in NYC weaving pilates’ principles into an energizing 75-minute full-body flow. Find one’s center, balance strength with flexibility and more. $22 drop-in. o2living, Yellow Monkey Village, Cross River. 914.763.6320. DrinkLivingJuice.com. Beginner Tai Chi & Qigong Class – 10am. Improve one’s balance and overall health. The dance like movements develop coordination and sharpen short term memory. In Balance Tai Chi, 2505 Car-
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Pilates Tower and Reformer Classes – 7:3010:30am. Fully equipped pilates studio. $35-40. 6400 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck. 845.876.5686. RhinebeckPilates.com. Super Gentle Chair Yoga, Kripalu-based YogaShine – 9:20-10:20am. With Vitalah Simon, teaching yoga for 29 years. Gentle and calming, strengthening and invigorating, attuned to people with a variety of special needs, multi-level and individual attention. Beginners welcome. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745. Yogashine.com. Mindful Restorative Yoga – 9:30am-10:45am. With Reyna. Movement through breath, props, self assists to release, calm and restore. Gentle level. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Info: 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com. ISHTA Vinyasa & Meditation – 9:30am. Level 2/3. $20 drop-in. Yoga Crave, 1456 Rte 22, Brewster. Yoga-Crave.com. Tai Chi for Balance – 10:15am. Graceful movements to improve strength, flexibility, balance and stamina for increased stability and confidence. First class free. StepWISEnow Balance Fitness, 325 S Highland Ave, Ste 109, Briarcliff Manor. Visit: Stepwisenow.com. Gentle Yoga for Wellness – 11am-12:15pm. With Ann Casapini. Yoga using chairs, props, deep relaxation/meditation to build stability, strength and flexibility. Gentle level. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Ann: 917.882.0921. TheTemperanceCenter.com.
LineUP! Line Dancing – 11:30am. Energizing class that is great for cardio and balance. Dance to country, hip-hop and pop music. First class free. StepWISEnow Balance Fitness Studio, 325 S Highland Ave, Briarcliff Manor. Visit: Stepwisenow.com. ogaStrong – 4pm. With Cara. Warm flow class that combines sun salutations and asana with light weights to add to the intensity of the asana. $20 drop-in. 3535 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor. 814.422.3083. ElevateYogaStudios.com.
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Inspiration of the Week – 6:30-8pm. An ever expanding variety of healing movement, meditation, and intuitive practices, creations, themes, and combinations. White Lotus Grace: Spiritual Healing Arts & Dance, South Rd, Millbrook. Cost info: 845.677.3517. WhiteLotusGrace.com.
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Beginner Tai Chi & Qigong Class – 7pm. Improve one’s balance and overall health. The dance like movements develop coordination and sharpen short term memory. In Balance Tai Chi, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. Call to schedule classes: 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com.
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Y12SR: Yoga of 12 Step Recovery – 7-8:30pm. With Angela. Relapse prevention program combines opportunity to share in a safe, anonymous environment followed by gentle yoga and mindfulness practice. Donation. Balance Wellness Studio, 1851 E Main, Rte 6, Mohegan Lake. RSVP: 914.374.1471 BalanceOn6.com.
saturday Yoga Teachers Association Workshops – 2nd Sat. Open to teachers and students, members and nonmembers. The Yoga Studio, Club Fit, Briarcliff Manor. Info: ytayoga.com. Peekskill Farmers Market – 8am-2pm. Year-round market offering fresh food and family fun. “Market Stage Live,” features live music, author readings, and demos with fitness and health practitioners. FMNP and SNAP accepted. Rain or Shine. Free parking. Bank St, between Park and Main. Info: peekskillfarmersmarket.com. Vinyasa Express – 8:30am. Open Level. $20 drop-in. Yoga Crave, 1456 Rte 22, Brewster. Yoga-Crave.com. Karma Energy Flow – 9-10:15am. With Kristi. This fast-paced vinyasa flow will explore challenging poses and sequences. Karma Road Yoga, 1250 Pleasantville Rd, Briarcliff Manor. Info, Betsy Egan: 914.382.6733. KarmaRoadYoga.com. Gossett Brothers Farmer’s Market – 9am–1pm. Vendors include Bee Guy Apiaries, Do-Re-Mi Farms, Johnny Cake Farms, Wave Hill Bread, Honore’s Table, Du Soleil, Bongo Pasta, also fresh fish, homemade ice cream and crafts. 1202 Rte. 35, South Salem. Info: Gossett Brothers Nursery on Facebook. Foundations – 11am. With Jen. For students new to yoga and those at any level, interested in reviewing the fundamentals, including basic concepts, postures, alignment and breathing. Previous yoga experience not necessary. $22 drop-in. o2living, Yellow Monkey Village, Cross River. 914.763.6320. DrinkLivingJuice.com. LineUP! Line Dancing – 11:30am. Energizing class that is great for cardio and balance. Dance to country, hip-hop and pop music. First class free. StepWISEnow Balance Fitness Studio, 325 S Highland Ave, Briarcliff Manor. Visit: Stepwisenow.com.
BODYWORK STUDIO – In balance fitness studio. 10’ by 11’, beautifully furnished with massage table, more. On Route 9 in Briarcliff Manor, call Molly at 914.486.8125. MOUNT KISCO PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE – Available with shared waiting area, in town, near shopping, restaurants, parking and train. Rents include A/C, heating, wifi and 24/7 access. Join other health/healing professionals and other small businesses in this beautifully maintained building with great visibility. Call Barry for availability at 914.760.8510 or Mike at 914.907.7867. MULTI-USE SPACE – Lake Mahopac. By hour, day, week, or month. Separate entrance, free parking. Bathroom, fridge, WIFI, folding chairs and tables. Ideal as soft studio, yoga, meditation, small group exercise or meetings, quiet work space or small parties. Call 845.803.8028 to schedule a visit. OFFICE SUITE – Available in balance fitness studio. 9’ by 14’, furnished, on Route 9 in Briarcliff Manor, call Molly at 914.486.8125. YOGA/DANCE STUDIO – Fully equipped, cork floors, sunny and bright, 26’ by 26’, on Route 9 in Briarcliff Manor, call Molly at 914.486.8125.
FT & PT: SALES ASSOCIATE in Candle and Gift Store. Outgoing, self-motivated and confident with at least 3 years of sales experience. Friendly and customer oriented. Problem solver with a drive to find the answers to questions. Comfortable in offering customer our full menu of items. Able to make custom-orders of our products for goodie bags, corporate thank-you gifts, holiday gifts and other specialty orders. Must be available weekdays, weekends and at event sites (weekends). Locations in Bedford Hills and Westchester Mall. To Apply Call: Marcie Manfredonia 914.218.8357 Or email marcie@customcandleco.com PT: ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVE/Westchester. Natural Awakenings is seeking to find an energetic person who loves our magazine and shares our passion for health and wellness. Approimately 50 hours a month needed to create and build your own success! We will train and support a self-motivated, organized individual who would love to connect and support local wellness practitioners and companies. Outside sales experience preferred. Great supplemental income (commission-based). To apply please email dana-na@wakeupnaturally.com or call our office: 845.593.0065.
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ACTIVE ISOLATED STRETCHING (AIS) BODYWORK THERAPEUTICS
Dominique Daly, BCTMB, LMT, CPT Bedford, NY; Simsbury, CT 860.751.2048; BodyworkTherapeutics.com Are you tired of chasing symptoms of physical pain? Bodywork Therapeutics™ combines the best aspects of Active Isolated Stretching (AIS), Myofascial and Neuro-muscular release in 1 cutting-edge system that focuses on Postural Awareness, Flexibility with Alignment, Injury Prevention and Injury Rehabilitation.
ACUPUNCTURE HUDSON VALLEY NATURAL HEALTH
Kurt Beil, ND, LAc, MPH By Appt.: Mt. Kisco/Cold Spring, NY and Danbury, CT 914.362.8315; drkurt@earthlink.net hudsonvalleynaturalhealth.com Chinese medicine for relieving muscle/joint pain and headaches; treating chronic disease including autoimmune disease, digestive disorders, and mental health conditions; boosting immune function; balancing hormones; helping tobacco/substance addiction; and reducing stress. Includes acupuncture, herbs, cupping, moxibustion, qigong, and TENS electro-stimulation. Insurance reimbursement available for some services. See ad pg 43.
INTEGRATIVE MED SOLUTIONS
Dr. Fred Lisanti, ND,LAC.,RH, CHT 266 White Plains Rd, B-1, Eastchester, NY 914.337.2980; intmedsolutions.com Therapeutic solutions for acute and chronic health conditions. Acupuncture is an intelligent medicine, gentle enough for pregnant women, and powerful enough to treat serious conditions like chronic pain, stress, anxiety and depression. It can restore harmony and balance to mind, body and spirit.
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LAURIE R. MALLIS, MD, LAC
SearchLight Medical 2424 Route 52, Hopewell Junction, NY 845.592.4310; SearchLightMedical.com Frustrated with not feeling or looking your best? Let me guide you on your path to better health and well-being. Utilizing: Medical Acupuncture, ONDAMED Biofeedback Therapy, Reiki, Mei Zen Acupuncture for facial rejuvenation, weight loss and fertility. See ads pgs 11 & 25.
MARGARET STEELE L.AC, DIPL, NCCAOM
25 North Division St. Peekskill, NY Margaret.steele@gmail.com 914.772.4589; SteeleNeedlesAcupuncture.com Offering Classical Chinese Acupuncture and Aromatherapy. Activate your body’s own healing potential with highly targeted treatments. Specializing in fertility and women’s health, acute and chronic pain, and acute and chronic health issues, including auto-immune disorders.
ACUPRESSURE JIN SHIN DO® BODYMIND
ACUPRESSURE® GAIL KELLSTROM, MFA, LMT, AOBTA Katonah, NY 914.232.5754; jinshindony.com Powerful relaxation techniques reduces stress, eases neck/ shoulder/back tension and headaches. Balance, replenish, body, mind and spirit with “The Way of the Compassionate Spirit.” Gentle yet deep Asian Bodywork thousands of years old. In practice 35 years. C.E.U. classes.
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Addiction Free Naturally Briarcliff and Midtown Manhattan Steve.healingny@gmail.com 914.473.2015; QuitWithQuinn.com Quit with Quinn helps people overcome daily addictions and unwanted habits ranging from sugar, smoking, alcohol, weight loss, to overeating and other compulsive habits. All natural, painless, no medications, needles, or hypnosis. 80% success rate. See ad pg 43.
ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE KARLA BOOTH DIAMOND, MAMSAT 153 Main St, Suite J Mount Kisco, NY 10549 914.649.9565 Awareness-in-Action.com
The Alexander Technique is a practical educational method for un-learning habits of tension that may be causing you stress, pain compression of the spine and joints. Learn to move with ease.
JUDITH MUIR, M.M., M.AMSAT Better Balance, Better Performance 60 Eddy Rd., Verbank, NY 12585 845.677.5871; JudithMuir.com
Alexander Technique lessons will teach you the principles that govern human functioning and how to apply them to improve performance in your daily life, whether a, musician, athlete, or a professional at a conference table.
APOTHECARY PRACTITIONER WILLOW WISP WELLNESS
Lauren Awerdick, LMT Ossining & Tarrytown offices. On-Site & In-Home 914.534.1294; WillowWispWellness.org Willow Wisp Wellness is an expanding private practice that provides consciously crafted therapeutic and integrative massage and energy work sessions that support your body’s innate healing process. All sessions are by appointment only. Check website for more info and events.
AROMATHERAPY CBD AROMATHERAPY SYNERGY SPRAYS™ The Synergy of Ancient Wellness + Modern Science Shira@ShiraSynergy.com 888.392.5242; ShiraSynergy.com FB/Twitter/Ig: @ShiraSynergy
“Go Beyond” Expectation & Limitation with Shira Synergy Sprays!™ Proprietary Blends of CBD: an All-Natural, THC, GMO, & Solvent Free Cannabinoid from Hemp + Vibrationally High, Pure, EOs for Us, Our Children & Our Planet. See ad pg 39.
ASTROLOGY ASTROLOGY INSIGHT
Pamela Cucinell NCGR PAA Phone, Online & In-person 917.796.6026; InsightOasis.com Why leave your business to chance? Perfect timing ensures follow-through and success. When you know the projected outcome it becomes easier to prioritize your day and choose the right partners. Westchester, NYC, Skype and phone. See ad pg 30
COLIN MCPHILLAMY
Astrology & Tarot Skype and in-person 213 840 1187 mcphillamytarot.com Choice lives between pre-destiny and free will. Know your stars, control your life. A reading designed to encourage, support and empower. Call now.
AUTOIMMUNE ZEN GARDEN HEALTH COACHING & YOGA
Edit Babboni; CHC, RYT 200 61 Lakeview Dr., Yorktown Heights, NY 917.721.2529, yoga.zengarden@gmail.com Tired and Frustrated? In constant pain? Exhausted and Exhausted all possibilities? It’s time to try something new, something that works. Edit Babboni is a certified health coach and has cured her own autoimmune disease that no doctor was able to. She can help do the same for you. She offers health coaching, reiki energy healing, private yoga sessions. Call for your free one on one consultation.
AYURVEDA DR. KAUSHIK’S AYURVEDIC AND NATUROPATHIC CLINIC
Yellow Monkey Village 792 Rte 35 Cross River, NY, and NYC Office: 914.875.9088; Cell: 646.670.6725 Drkaushik.com; drkaushik@drkaushik.com Combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may includesupplements, diet/nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. Clinic days: M,T,W. See ad pg 11.
BEHAVIORAL OPTOMETRY SAMANTHA SLOTNICK, OD, FAAO, FCOVD
495 Central Park Ave, Suite 301, Scarsdale 914.874.1177; DrSlotnick.com A whole-person, holistic approach to vision care, for all ages. Specializing in vision therapy and rehabilitation for vision problems which interfere with reading, learning, attention, performance and efficiency.
BOOKS TITLE: DISCOVERING ANGELS by Pamela Landolt, M.Msc. Discovering-angels.com Available at Amazon.com
Looking for angelic guidance? My book, “Discovering Angels” helps readers recognize when angels are near and teaches through simple exercises and guided meditations how to receive messages. Discover your two primary guardians, the zodiac, nature angels, and much more.
CANDLES CUSTOM CANDLE CO
25 Depot Plaza Bedford Hills NY 10507 914.218.8357; customcandleco.com Locally made in Bedford. Hundreds of candles in stock or create your own custom candle. Choose your favorite scent, wax color, wick type and container. All natural soy candles, handcrafted and nontoxic with long-lasting aroma. Shop in store or on-line. See ad pg 3.
CHIROPRACTIC DR. LEIGH DAMKOHLER, CCSP, LMT 8 Bacon Place, Yonkers, NY 10710 914.523.7947 Chiropractor-WestchesterNY.com
PERSONALIZED treatments designed for YOU by Westchester’s only dually licensed practicing Sports Chiropractor and Massage Therapist. Receive a unique combination of muscle work and adjustments not provided elsewhere. Dr. Leigh can help you move and feel better. Get back to the life you love!
DR. JODI KENNEDY DC, PAK
Integrity Chiropractic 11 Miller Rd Mahopac, NY 10541 845.628.7233; IntegrityChiropractic.net Do you struggle with chronic pain and don’t know where to turn for help? Experience the relief from a total-body approach to wellness. Call today for your free consult and enjoy doing the things you love again. See ad pg 13.
DR. LAWRENCE G. STERN, DC
Practitioner: The Center for Health and Healing 4 Smith Avenue - 2nd Floor Mt. Kisco, NY 914.218.6424; lawrencegsterndc@gmail.com lawrencegsterndc.com Network Spinal Analysis, Chiropractic, and Wellness Consultant, Dr. Larry helps patients transcend physical and emotional trauma into optimal states of wellness. His integrative approach helps patients uncover causes of ill-health to facilitate their journey to perfect health.
UPPER CERVICAL CHIROPRACTIC OF NY 311 North St., Suite 410, White Plains, NY 914.686.6200: ucc-ny.com/nucca
Dr. Gertner himself suffered with back pain due to an injury. With upper cervical chiropractic treatments, his body began to “heal itself” and the relentless pain that had plagued him quickly left his body. This inspired him to become one of only 5 NUCCA chiropractors in New York, and less than 200 worldwide, currently. He experienced amazing results and he knows you will too. See ad pg 67..
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CIRCULATION DANA BOULANGER #US28016 Independent BEMER Distributor Mahopac, NY 914.760.5645 danafeelsgood.bemergroup.com
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914.921.LIFE (5433) LifelineHygienics.com Experience and personalized service you can trust. The finest in colonic irrigation and personal care. Serving the tri-state area since 1993.
Proper blood flow is vital for life. BEMER therapy is used for wellbeing. Enhance blood-flow, circulation, cardiac function, physical endurance, energy, concentration, mental acuity, stress reduction and relaxation. Only 16 minutes a day to enhance your physical wellbeing. Sessions Available. CALL For Free Demo.
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COACHING JANE SILVERMAN
Life Coach in Positive Psychology 914.263.7080; janesilvermanlifecoach.com Feeling stuck? Gain clarity, investigate your strengths and navigate transitions with proven tools and guidance. Free phone consultation to explore how working together can help you make the positive changes you seek. Appointments in person or by phone.
Elizabeth Pasquale, LMT, CST, Director White Plains & Ossining offices 914.762.4693; WellOnTheWay.Com Curious about energy medicine? Know there is something to it, from all you’ve r e a d a n d h e a r d ? A r e y o u tingling with excitement right now, knowing you’re about to experience something life changing? Free get-acquainted phone call!
JOY MATALON LMT, CST
COACHING - ADD/ADHD SUSAN LASKY MA, BCC, SCAC
Practitioner: The Center for Health + Healing 4 Smith Ave 2nd Fl; Mount Kisco, NY 914.519.8138; jmatalon@optonline.net Center4healing.net Craniosacral therapy with Somato Emotional Release allows chronic physical, emotional and spiritual issues to be intimately explored, bringing relief from pain and activating a healing process which continues after the session is over.
Certified ADHD Coach/ Organizer 914.373.4787; SusanLasky.com Susan@SusanLasky.com
Learn strategies that work with the way YOU think. ADD/ADHD or executive functioning challenges can affect every aspect of your life. Maximize your strengths and become more productive. First-hand understanding and compassion. Live the life you love!
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Dowsing@househarmony.org 845.709.5245 HouseHarmony.org
Energy is everything! Are you experiencing unexplained health issues, sleeplessness, trouble selling your home or attracting business? The problem may be disturbed energy. Call to learn how dowsing can help.
ENERGY HEALING ANNE H. BENTZEN, MSOT, RMT, JRP
Usui/Karuna® Reiki Master Teacher, Jikiden Reiki, Energetic Counseling, OT Locations Armonk, Bedford Hills and Eastchester 914.588.4079; balancing4life.com Energetic balance is essential to your health. Restored energetic flow and balanced chakras clear stress symptoms, pain, inflammation, emotional instability, insomnia and more. Gain immunity, mental clarity and peace. Raise your consciousness. Healing circles, Reiki classes all levels. See ad pg 12.
BERNADETTE BLOOM
Energy Medicine Practioner, Medical Intuititive, Physical Therapist 46 Bedford Road, Katonah NY 239.289.3744; theesotericbloom.com Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you exhausted from pain, stress or PTSD? Balance your body’s energies for optimal physical health and emotional well-being with Esoteric Healing, a high vibrational technique from Tibet.
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COACHING - ADD/ADHD LORNA GAGER
The Practical Mystic Spirit Based Coaching for Women 914.220.2495; lornagager.com I help you figure out what is most important to you, identify your patterns, shift your reactions, perceptions and the negative beliefs you have about yourself. This deep change work allows your life to open up in unlimited ways.
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Integrative Medicine and Dermatology 17 Rodman Oval, New Rochelle, NY 914.637.0908; HolisticDermatology.com We clear your Skin naturally, by correcting the underlying digestive and inflammatory issues using nutrition, supplements, and energetic techniques, for diagnosis and treatment. Caring Board Certified Dermatologist and World pioneer in Holistic Dermatology.
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EXERCISE THERAPY EVE FOGLER, CPT, MES
Northern Westchester evefogler.wixsite.com/fitness 917.747.3331 Post-Physical Therapy Conditioning Specialist, Medical Exercise Specialist and Personal Trainer. Using safe core stabilization, balance, strength, flexibility, cardiovascular, yoga and corrective exercises to develop muscular balance, postural awareness and other skills to reduce or eliminate your pain. Privates in my studio or your home.
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Hair care, Skincare & Make up 190 Rt 117 By Pass, Bedford, NY 914.242.1928; FreshOrganicSalon.com
A Center For Awareness and Relaxation through Floatation Therapy. Create the ultimate Relaxation Response by removing all stimulation from light, sound, and gravity. Choose from three different float environments to find your perfect experience. Appointments available from 10am to 10pm daily. Free Parking.
A healthy approach to beauty and wellness led by Maureen Toohey, Regional Educator for Organic Salon Systems. The fresh team is committed to making your experience fully complete and satisfying, organically. Receive a gift valued at $75 with your 1st color appointment, when you mention Natural Awakenings. See ad pg 9.
HERBAL MEDICINE LORRAINE HUGHES
Registered Herbalist (AHG) 1129 Main St, 2nd Fl., Fishkill, NY email: lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredbyNature.net; 845.416.4598 Lorraine offers Individual Wellness Consultations based on the Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine Paradigm which offers a preventative and individual approach to balanced health. Each “unique” individual protocol will include Chinese, Western, Ayurvedic Herbal remedies and Nutritional planning.
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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE SUSANNE SALTZMAN, MD
250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 400 Rella Blvd. St. 165, Montebello, NY 914.472.0666; HartsdaleHomeopathy.com Looking for a physician with 24 years of clinical practice using natural remedies? Expertise in treating acute and chronic illness in children and adults. Emphasis on homeopathic and functional medicine to decrease dependency on pharmaceutical drugs. If you want experienced, competent, compassionate, and exceptional care.
177 Myrtle Ave, Mahopac, NY 845.208.6131 SalonAzfar.com Organic hair salon. Say goodbye to grey and frizz, with no harmful ingredients. We have extensive knowledge in non-toxic and organic beauty products and offer permanent organic keratin smoothing treatment. Our passion is natural clean beauty that is luxurious, effective and affordable. See ad pg 22.
Poughkeepsie, NY 120601 917.868.1769; notanotherdietwanda.com
LOU LEVY CONSTRUCTION Carmel, NY 914.804.2120 loulevyconstruction.com
Builder and General Contractor of fine custom alterations, restorations, architectural additions, and new construction. Offering a high level of management and craftsmanship. Specializing in a 95% dust-free living environment. PHIUS Energy Efficient and non-toxic building applications.Bau-Biologist, the holistic approach to Natural Building,passive and active solar installations and retrofits, as well as conventional construction. Building design services and consultation available. 44 years experience.
DAVID L LERNER, DDS, CAC, FIND Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678 holisticdentist.com
We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ads pgs 5 & 33.
HEALTH & WELLNESS CONSULTING WANDA JEANTY, MD, MS, HC
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Integrative consulting for small to mid-sized companies who want to implement wellness programs with biometric screenings for their employees. Assessment of existing wellness programs for effectiveness or health educator for public speaking engagements; as well as a trainer for medical Spanish.
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HOLISTIC HEALTH INTEGRATIVE NUTRITION OF MOUNT KISCO
Dr. Michael Wald; 914.552.1442 86 Smith Ave., Mount Kisco NY 914.242.8844; IntegratedNutritionNY.com Do you suffer from chronic health problems like cancer, autoimmune, GI or neurological issues? You need a BloodDetective! Dr. Wald will work with you personally over the phone, as a house call or at his Mt Kisco office. Call today, you deserve personal attention. See ad pg 31.
THE TEMPERANCE CENTER
Merrill Black, LCSW, Reiki Master & Instructor Hypnotherapist, Intuitive Energy Healer, RYT, Founder 453 White Plains Rd, #201/203 Eastchester 914.793.2600; thetemperancecenter.com Nurture your mind, body, and soul. Thru a variety of healing modalities and services that include, psychotherapy, reiki, hypnosis, acupuncture, massage, reflexology, intuitive healing, spiritual counseling, nutritional consulting, therapeutic yoga, guided channeling meditation classes. Rediscover your control and balance your life. See ad pg 11.
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HOLISTIC HEALTH CENTER THE CENTER FOR HEALTH AND HEALING 4 Smith Avenue, 2nd floor Mount Kisco, NY 10549 Center4Healing.net 914.864.0462
INTUITIVE ROBIN C. MUELLER
Intuitive Medium and Author 914.730.0155; info@spiritinside.net spiritinside.net Robin has the innate ability to “hear” spirit’s voice and relay comforting messages from the “other side”. Phone, Skype or FaceTime available. Please visit her website for other services offered.
In a beautiful 3,300 sq. ft retreat-like setting, we offer Holistic Medicine, Therapeutic Pain Remedies, Body Therapies, Psychotherapy, Shamanic Healing, Reiki, Yoga, Meditation, Community Healing Circles, Health Classes and Professional Trainings.
INTUITIVE HEALING DANCE HOMEOPATHY DAVID CONNELL, DC
777 Ulster Ave, Kingston 504 Haight Ave, Poughkeepsie 845.338.3320; 845.485.8582
WHITE LOTUS GRACE
Spiritual Healing Arts & Dance Millbrook + Online Studio/Sanctuary 845.677.3517; whitelotusgrace.com White Lotus Grace specializes in intuitive healing for body, mind, soul, and relationships through organic transformative movement and dance. Gigi Oppenheimer – intuitive healer, dancer, and coach – offers compassionate service one-on-one, to couples, and classes, online or in person.
Helping people relieve symptoms o f c h r o n i c Ly m e d i s e a s e , fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome as well as many other chronic illnesses. Dramatically improve your energy levels.
SUSANNE SALTZMAN, MD
250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 400 Rella Blvd. St. 165, Montebello, NY 914.472.0666; HartsdaleHomeopathy.com Looking for a physician with 24 years of clinical practice using natural remedies? Expertise in treating acute and chronic illness in children and adults. Emphasis on homeopathic and functional medicine to decrease dependency on pharmaceutical drugs. If you want experienced, competent, compassionate, and exceptional care.
MASSAGE & BODYWORK BALANCE BODYWORK
Therapeutic Massage & Reiki Lisanne Elkins, MA, LMT, RM 153 Main St. Suite B, Mt. Kisco 914.319.4375; balancebodywork.biz Offering therapeutic massage and Reiki for stress- and pain-relief, relaxation and general wellness. Gift certificates available for all modalities, including pre- and postnatal bodywork, aromatherapy and hot stone massage by appointment. Set your intention for healing yourself and those around you.
HORSE & RIDER DANA BOULANGER #US28016 Independent BEMER Distributor Mahopac, NY 914.760.5645 danafeelsgood.bemergroup.com
SOULAURAS WELLNESS CENTER
Laura Giacovas,LMT, MS Ed., 4th Dan Master Instructor Taekwondo Briarcliff NY 914.941.2400, soulauras.com
Holistic Support for Horses. BEMER vet products support faster recovery, regeneration of tissue, and more efficient hydration of your horse. And reduces stress from transportation and competition. “BEMER is a 21st century ‘Fountain of Youth’ for horse and rider.” Linda Tellington-Jones. Sessions Available. CALL For Free Demo.
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NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR HUDSON VALLEY NATURAL HEALTH
Kurt Beil, ND, LAc, MPH By Appt.: Mt. Kisco/Cold Spring, NY and Danbury, CT 914.362.8315; drkurt@earthlink.net hudsonvalleynaturalhealth.com Utilize an integrative healing approach from a doctor trained in holistic medicine. Working with your current medical treatments & labwork, as well as botanical medicine, dietary & lifestyle counselling, nutritional supplements, acupuncture and Chinese medicine, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, stress reduction and ecotherapy. Insurance reimbursement available for some services. See ad pg 43.
DR. KAUSHIK’S AYURVEDIC AND NATUROPATHIC CLINIC
Yellow Monkey Village 792 Rte 35 Cross River, NY, and NYC Office: 914.875.9088; Cell: 646.670.6725 Drkaushik.com; drkaushik@drkaushik.com Combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may include supplements, diet/ nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. Clinic days: M,T,W. See ad pg 11.
NEUROFEEDBACK/ BIOFEEDBACK ROSEANN CAPANNA-HODGE, ED.D., LPC, BCN, LLC Psychologist and Board Certified Neurofeedback Practitioner 898 Ethan Allen HWY, #6, Ridgefield, CT 203.438.4848; drroseann.com
We work with children, adults and families around a variety of issues with non-medication therapies. Our clinic bridges neuroscience with research-based clinical therapies to promote wellness. We provide brain-based treatments like Neurofeedback, Biofeedback, PEMF, EFT/ Tapping, hypnosis, psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, etc.
NUTRITION DAVID CONNELL, DC
777 Ulster Ave, Kingston 504 Haight Ave, Poughkeepsie 845.338.3320; 845.485.8582 Helping people relieve symptoms o f c h r o n i c Ly m e d i s e a s e , fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome as well as many other chronic illnesses. Dramatically improve your energy levels.
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PHYSICAL THERAPY ELITE PERFORMANCE PHYSICAL THERAPYOF WESTCHESTER, PC Tina Sferra, MSPT, CPI 175 E. Main St, Suite 204, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 ElitePTandPilates.com; 917.476.2164
Manual PT Practice and Pilates Studio. One patient, one therapist, one hour. Integrative practice with a functional, manual approach to musculoskeletal restrictions. Specialties: Dance/ Sports Medicine PT. Pilates Apparatus sessions also available. Infinite results.
Nuspecies.com 866.624.4117 HQ: 427 Main St. Beacon, NY 12508 NuSpecies Health Centers provide free health consultations with certified nutritionists/life coaches. We make custom recommendations of our Raw, Organic, Liquid, Natural nutritional formulas and then work with our clients until they achieve their health goals. See ad pg 2.
PET ADOPTION STRAY HELP
PO Box 245 Fishkill, NY 12524 845.232.0336 strayhelp.org Stray HELP: a registered not-forprofit managed by volunteers. Our mission: rescue and care for stray and homeless animals while providing humane education to the community. Our vital community programs: Trap/ Neuter/Return, Spay clinics, adoption and working cat program, colony caretaker support.
PHARMACY COMPOUNDING LAKE MAHOPAC PHARMACY/ SURGICAL Nagi Wissa, R.Ph., IP, CEO 559 Rt, 6, Mahopac, NY 10541 lakemahopacpharmacy.com T: 845.208.0424; F: 845.208.0425
We are your neighborhood holistic compounding pharmacy, ready to support y o u r h e a l t h . We o f f e r compounding prescriptions, on-line prescription renewals, supplements, homeopathic remedies, personal care products, fair trade gifts and more. We deliver and we are happy to answer your questions.
PODIATRY KATONAH PODIATRY, PC
Pamela Hoffman, DPM Glenn B. Weiss, DPM 200 Katonah Ave., Katonah, NY 914.232.8880; Katonahpodiatry.com Foot care for people of all ages. Board certified holistic podiatrists who use a comprehensive, integrative approach. Customized treatments utilizing the best of today’s technology combined with nutrition and 30 years of experience.
PSYCHOTHERAPY JODI BARETZ, LCSW, CHHC
The Center for Health and Healing 4 Smith Ave, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 917.974.9446; jodibaretz.com Are you stressed, short tempered with family and overwhelmed with life? Do you use food as comfort? Jodi’s unique approach integrates mindfulness, holistic health and psychotherapy to decrease anxiety, maximize joy and feel lighter inside and out. She is author of “Mindful Is the New Skinny.” Individual, groups, Skype.
REFLEXOLOGY LORRAINE HUGHES
ARCB Certified Reflexologist 1129 Main Street, 2nd fl., Fishkill, NY email: lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredbyNature.net; 845.416.4598 Foot and/or Hand Reflexology sessions are offered with the use of Essential Oils applied to acupuncture points based upon each individual’s presenting pattern. Please refer to Services page on web site for the many benefits of this ancient modality.
RETREATS YOGA IN THE ADIRONDACKS
2 Coulter Road, Bakers Mills, NY 12811 518.251.3015; 914.556.8258 yogaintheadirondacks.com Yoga in the Adirondacks is nestled in the valley of the beautiful Adirondack Mountains, where yoga embraces nature. Connect your mind, body and spirit and explore your retreat with likeminded people to build a happier and healthier life. Studio available for your yoga/wellness private group as well.
SKIN & BODY CARE BLOOM SKIN CARE STUDIO
Facial & Body Treatments 1081 Main St., Ste B, Fishkill, NY 845.288.3216; bloomskincareproducts.com I believe in the Mind, Body, and Spirit Connection. Private studio dedicated to personalized and holistic skin care for women of all ages and skin types. Specializing in restorative, reparative, and anti-aging treatments. Botanical, cruelty-free, nature-based product lines; vegan and gluten-free options.
SLEEP DISORDER DAVID L LERNER, DDS, CAC, FIND Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678 holisticdentist.com
We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ads pgs 5 & 33..
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VETERINARY HOSPITAL
Discover the true meaning of rejuvenation, relation and calmness with the latest healing/ ayurvedic/pain management treatments including Amino Bio-Frequency Therapy and Therapeutic Massage Techniques; Anti-Aging facial techniques; Micro-needling and Dermaplaning; Microblading/Permanenteyebrows for Beauty; Reiki, Meditations. Visit website for full list of services and to book appointment.
Independent BEMER Distributor Mahopac, NY 914.760.5645 danafeelsgood.bemergroup.com
Full Circle Veterinary Hospital Integrative, Holistic & Conventional 1609 Route 9, Wappingers Falls, NY 845.234.4417; FullCircleVetHopsital.com
C h a n g e Yo u r Life. Support your optimal well-being systemically. Enhance blood-flow, circulation, cardiac function, physical endurance, energy, concentration, mental acuity, stress reduction and relaxation. Easy to use, only 8 minutes, two times a day. Sessions available. CALL For Free Demo.
We specialize in the integration of holistic and conventional veterinary medicine to provide quality, comprehensive care for your pet’s needs. We enjoy taking time to get to know our clients and their pets. This allows pets to relax, while we learn about their family lifestyle.
By Appointment Peeksill, NY 914.906.7238; ganeshaspa.com
SUPPORT GROUP SPIRITUAL CENTER CHAPEL AT CROTON FALLS
Rev. June Tompkins, Acting Pastor 609 Rt. 22, Croton Falls, NY chapelatcrotonfalls.org Join a unique monthly Interfaith Sunday at the Chapel at Croton Falls at 10:30am – Enjoy prayer, music, movement and dialogue. Check our FB page for information on upcoming programs or e-mail Rev. Deborah Moldow, Interfaith Minister, at revdeb1@comcast.net. See ad pg 8.
SUPPORT CONNECTION
Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Services 914.962.6402; 800.532.4290 Supportconnection.org
LAURIE R. MALLIS, MD, LAC
Support Connection provides free support services to people affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Services include: Oneon-one counseling (counselors are also cancer survivors); Support groups; Educational and wellness programs; Webinars; Social gatherings; Referrals; A national toll-free information and support hotline.
Lose weight, inches and improve your overall health with the Mei Zen Acupuncture treatment for weight loss and abdominal toning. Jump start your metabolism and balance your body’s energy as you lose weight. Additional benefits include enhanced energy and improved digestion. See ads pgs 11 & 25.
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Certified Whole Health Educator 518.929.7579; btiscan.com
Prevention is the Cure. Offering the highest standards in Radiation-Free Breast and Full Body medical thermography. Detect changes at the cellular level years before conventional screenings. Clear results with fewer tests. Now available in Westchester and Dutchess by appointment.
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QUIT WITH QUINN
Addiction Free Naturally Briarcliff and Midtown Manhattan Steve.healingny@gmail.com 914.473.2015; QuitWithQuinn.com Quit with Quinn helps people lose weight by overcoming addiction to sugar and white flour, and compulsive overeating. After treatment, most people experience indifference towards refined sugar, sweets and treats, leading to easy weight loss. 30 years experience. 80% success rate. See ad pg 43.
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WORKSHOPS PULSE MANIFESTATION & EMPOWERMENT WORKSHOP
Led by Janet Catalina, MSW 914.548.8372; catalina.janet@gmail.com Learn how to become a Master Manifester. Create that dream job, find your soul mate, pay off your debts or whatever you desire. Learn to release what has blocked you up to now. Once you have learned how to PULSE, you have an empowerment tool for the rest of your life. Please visit pulsemanifestion.com for workshop dates.
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