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Herbs that Beat the Summer Heat Earth Mothers Women at Work Healing the World

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6 newsbriefs 18 healthbriefs

22 globalbriefs 25 ecotip 26 inspiration 28 wisewords

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30 communityspotlight 35 practitionerprofile 38 healingways

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42 healthykids

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46 greenliving 48 consciouseating

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5 1 calendar 59 resourceguide 62 classifieds

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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

26 WHEN WE SET OUT Let Spirit Steer Us

by Mark Nepo

28 TAGGART SIEGEL Seeks to Seed an Agricultural Revolution

by April Thompson

32 NATURAL

MOTHERHOOD

Creating the Best Start for New Life

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by Deborah Shouse

36 SWEET SLUMBER

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Co-Sleeping in the Family Bed

by Mark Sisso

38 HEART-BASED LEADERSHIP

Women Mobilize to Heal the World

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42 THE JOYS OF

GRANDPARENTING

How to Mindfully Love Little Ones

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by April Thompson

44 MASTERING

SELF-DEFENSE

Staying Aware Avoids Problems

by Aimee Hughes

46 HERBS THAT

BEAT THE HEAT Favorite Varieties that Flourish in Summer

by Barbara Pleasant

48 MILK MINUS THE MOO

Evaluating Alternatives to Dairy

by Judith Fertig

50 DECODING DOG BODY TALK

Three Signals of Anxiety

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his month, Natural Awakenings honors women everywhere, as we celebrate the life-affirming choices that found Mother’s Day. I cannot imagine any material gift that could come close to the gift of life that mothers give.

I wonder: If you could give your mother anything in the world, what would it be? Anyone who has raised a child knows the sacrifices women make to bring children into this world, and the risks encountered in raising them to be welladjusted members of society. Mothers routinely set aside personal needs to give their children what they need to thrive. They delay and even cancel personal goals to do what the family unit requires to keep going.

Millions of women are making their mark in uplifting the human condition. It turns out that feminine intuition, innovation and intelligence are leading the way in proving that it is possible to lead a wholly healthy life. As we continue to learn, both visible and invisible contributions count.

Naturally, it can start before conception. Our feature article explores Natural Motherhood (page 32), and offers some local resources for mothers. Additionally, Linda Sechrist documents how women are mobilizing to heal the world (page 38).

In terms of ongoing livelihood, local Functional Medicine Practitioner Ray Benedetto, discusses thyroid health and the need for balanced hormones. Our Community Spotlight focuses on Jeanette Goff and Nancy Ashmore co-founders of Artisans’ Day Spa in Emmaus. Their vision and skill gives women in the Lehigh Valley options for taking care of themselves and feeling good with being exposed to harsh chemicals.

I join with you in recognizing the incomparable contributions of women in our community and everywhere the sun shines.

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newsbriefs Advice for Local Food and Beverage Entrepreneurs

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W e l l ness Day to benefit the Northern Lehigh Community Center (NLCC) will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., May 20, at Filbert Bed and Breakfast, sponsored by owner Kathy Silfies. Activities include reiki and reflexology with Tracey Lelo; Admission is free; must be 21 or over. Location: Allentown Brew Works, 812 W. tai chi with William Merkle; country heat Box 421 Emmaus, PAor18049 P: 610-421-4443 610-421-4445 line •dancing with Cathy• F: Brasten; and Hamilton St., Allentown. For more information email smartgrowth@renewlv.org LVEditor@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com • www.NaturalAwakeningsMag.co Zumba and Piyo with Julie Jordan. call 917-288-3936. Reserve your spot at: tinyurl.com/renewlvspeedcoaching A healthy lunch will be served, Ad Proofalong for Natural with aAwakenings nutrition talk and door prize drawing. Massage by Jessica BalTo: 610-421-4443 las is available for anP: additional charge ypnoPathCenter, in Easton, Email: is offering a 100- of $1 per minute in F:10-minute 610-421-4445 increhour, NGH-approved five-weekend Hypnosis ments.

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Admission is $30. Location: 3740 Filbert Dr., Danielsville. Preregistration required For more information, call Marcella at 610-248-2358, email HypnoPathCenter@gmail. at 610-760-0300. For more information, com or visit HypnoPathCenter.com. See ad page xx visit nlcommunitycenter.com. amuel Adams, in partnership with RenewLV, is bringing its popular Small Business Speed Coaching event to Allentown 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. May 8th. Designed to provide free expert, personalized business advice, the event is part of Samuel Adams Brewing the American Dream, a micro-lending and coaching program for small business owners working in food, beverage, and craft brewing. Kicking off with a reception at 6 p.m. to connect with other entrepreneurs.

Business coaches will be available to give advice on topics such as: Marketing and Social Media; Packaging; Sales and Distribution; Accounting and Business Financing; Food Truck Development; and Legal Advice for Your Business. Participants will meet for multiple 20-minute sessions with Samuel Adams employees and local business experts. Light fare and beverages will be served.

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Kim’s Healing Center DON’T FORGET MOTHER’S DAY! SUNDAY, MAY 14!

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newsbriefs Spiritual Holistic Expo Supports Enlightenment

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he Metaphysical Universal Ministry (MUM) and Metaphysical Learning Center of Allentown will host the 15th annual Spring Spiritual Holistic Expo from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., May 20 and May 21 at the Allentown Fairgrounds AgriPlex Center.

One of the largest of its kind on the East Coast, the expo provides an opportunity for visitors to meet with more than 160 vendors of all modalities and alternative healing methods. Highlights include a Gallery with TV personality, Lauri Moore; Lisa Alexander discussing integrative vibrational medicine, Jill Mattson a top selling sound healing artist, a discussion on living life fully with John RedEagle Baily; and author and Medical Qigong instructor Ted O’Brien discussing Jesus as an Energy Healer.

The large expo bookstore will also offer 50 percent off during the event, and there will also be additional free seminars and door prizes throughout the weekend.

Cost is $8. Location: 1725 Chew St., Allentown. For vendor and general information, call 610-791-2641. See ad page 9.

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he nonprofit Valor Clinic Foundation is sponsoring the 2017 Wargo Cup tournament from 1 to 7 p.m., June 16, at the Whitehall Golf Club, in Parryville. The foundation helps veterans with body burdens of chemicals and heavy metals. They know the benefits of nutrient-based medical care, infusion therapy and sauna detoxification.

Mark Baylis served 26 years in military special forces and is the founder of Valor Clinic. Their investigation has shown veterans are suffering from a lack of appropriate diagnostic tests that will help to make the connection between their service and current difficulties. That connection must be made to help them receive proper care to undo the ravages of chronic ill health.

The Maulfair Medical Center and some of their vendors are helping with reduced or free service for veterans. The benefits of nutrient based medical care, infusion therapy and sauna detoxification help reduce heavier body burdens of chemicals and heavy metals.

Location: 770 State Rd., Parryville. Donate at ValorClinic.org for more information on reducing heavy metals in the body, call 610-682-2104 or visit maulfairmedicalcenter.com and purelyyoudetox.com.

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May Faire at Circle of Seasons

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amilies are invited to come celebrate Spring at Circle of Seasons’ first May Faire on Saturday, May 13 from 10 a.m. to f 3:30 p.m. The faire offers something for everyone including Maypole Dance, Live Auction, Basket Raffle, COS Store, Book Fair hosted by Let’s Play Books, Puppet Show, COS Café, Activities for kids and much more! May Faire is hosted by the Parent Circle and the COS staff Festivals Committee. Admission is free and all proceeds benefit the school

Circle of Seasons is a one-of-a-kind public school that ic school focuses where children chickens and hike child along on raise educating thesheep, whole - head, heart & hands ees, plant gardens and pick apples – all as part of the curriculum guided by the Core Principles of Public Waldorf Educatheir primary subjects: reading, mathematics, science and tion. Located on a beautiful campus in Fogelsville the school serves grades K-5 with tuition-free learning environment that lic school where music, art, movement, critical thinking, dless inquiry are encouraged, where head, heart one and is inspirational anda child’s disciplined, that infuses learning ated learning tools, and where “joyful” is the word most used to with enthusiasm, creativity and significance.

The whole-child udents and staff... approach to learning includes Howard Gardner’s theory of blic school where the hallways and classrooms are filled with Multiple Intelligences. singing and the aroma of baking bread...

Location: 8380 Mohr Lane, Fogelsville. For more information call 610.285.6267 or visit circleofseasons.org. See ad page 13.

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he Life Holistic Center (LHC) will present a Reiki for Animals Level 1 and 2 Certification Program from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., June 24 (classroom) at the LHC Violet Studio, in Mountain Top, Pennsylvania, and 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., June 25 (practicum) at Claws and Paws, in Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania. Instructors are Anthony V. Wojnar DD, RMT, LHART, and Mark E. Gerger, RMT, LHART. Anthony Wojnar, RMT and

Classroom topics include friend Japanese Reiki techniques for strengthening qi flow; animal Reiki meditations for creating and maintaining a healing space for connecting and working with animals; a review of level 2 symbols and mantras; a Reiki for Animals Level 1 and 2 attunement (initiation); and a reiju (spiritual blessing). The practicum includes animal Reiki meditations and practice sessions with lions, tigers, bears and giraffes.

Cost is $250. A 110-page manual is provided. Prerequisite: Reiki 2 (for people, any lineage) or higher. 15 CEU for massage therapists. For more information, call Life Holistic Center LLC, at 570-706-6680. ReikiCenterOnline@yahoo.com or visit LifeHolisticReiki.com.

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Meet Young Living Essential Oils in the Kitchen

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earn about cooking with essential oils in a speed oiling workshop at 12:30 p.m., June 11, at Herbs to Your Success, in Nazareth, with oilthemed foods and beverages with recipes to add a flavor punch to your dishes like never before. The classes will be conducted by Kim Corrodo Pulley, of Cater To Me. Better flavor than the dried versions. There will be raffles, samples, and giveaways.

“Whether you want to boost your energy, supplement your diet, or manage your weight, Herbs to Your Success can recommend essential oil-infused multivitamins and nutrition solutions to empower you in meeting your wellness goals in a natural way,” says Pulley. “They are easier to store and last longer than fresh.”

Those attending the speed oiling will have first opportunity to reserve a space in hands-on monthly cooking classes in the fall.

Workshop is $5. RSVP to 610-365-8996 by Jun. 8. Location: 64 S. Main St., Nazareth. See ad page 52.

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New Location, Same Great Philosophy

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aturally Yours an independently owned eco-emporium has a new home at 81 Broadway in downtown historic Jim Thorpe. Since opening in August of 2007 owner June Gaudreau has provided customers with ecoconscious alternative products for everyday use. The shop carries products that have as low an impact on our environment and our health as possible. With that goal in mind, the products offered include organic cotton, bamboo, alpaca and hemp clothing for adults and infants.

The shop also carries honey and beeswax based soaps, beeswax candles, natural personal care items, essential oils, and massage oils. “We attempt to obtain as much of our product as close to our business as is possible, states Gaudreau. “As such, we have local artists supply clothing accessories and jewelry from recycled materials. We also carry fair trade clothing, accessories, and jewelry. Naturally Yours is naturally perfect for someone seeking earth friendly companies and goods.”

Summer hours are Sunday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Call 570-325-8209 or visit facebook.com/Naturally-Yours. See ad page 52.

Pharo Garden Centre Enables 2017 Bike for the Bridge the Bridge is back Healthy Gardens and Landscapes Bikefor aforfourth year on May

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Exclusively organic, the center specializes in natural gardens, shade gardens, butterfly and hummingbird gardens, herb gardens and container gardens. They carry an array of annual and perennial plants, vegetables, deciduous trees, chemical-free compost and organic soils and fertilizers.

“Our products will keep your lawn and garden happy and you and your family healthy,” states Leister. “Thankfully, much still remains to connect us to our rural beginnings. We still have fields to gaze across and an abundance of natural life surrounds us, reminding us daily to guard and keep safe that which also makes its living on our shared plot of land here in the Lehigh Valley.”

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Cyclists will choose from two distance options; 21 or 29 miles. Proceeds from the event will help fund the construction on the Carbon County Pedestrian Bridge, and completion of the D&L Trail in the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor.

There are many projects at different stages that are currently underway along the trail and Bike for the Bridge participants will be helping to defray these costs. They can bring their own bike or rent one from Pocono Biking.

Cyclists will check in and start from Northampton Canal Park, be shuttled north to Lehighton and either bike north on the D&L Trail - Weissport Spur for an additional eight miles or immediately head south from Lehighton and ride the D&L Trail back to Northampton.

Location: 4505 Easton Ave., Bethlehem (across from Skateway).

For more information, call 610-866-0246 or visit PharoGardenCentre.com. See ad page 15.

Cost is $39 before May 11, $44 after; includes shuttle ride, gift and post-ride celebration with raffle prizes in Northampton. Bike rental is $10. To register, call Pocono Biking at 1-800-944-8392.

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Optimizing Performance for Athletes Naturally

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Come Celebrate the Summer Solstice With Us at our Ninth Annual

Solstice Expo & Holistic Fair Saturday June, 17 th 10:00 am -6:00 pm Sunday June, 18 th 10:00 am - 6:00 pm New Hope Eagle Fire House 46 North Sugan Road New Hope, PA 18938 -1437

Come tune up your body, mind and spirit Experience the love of higher consciousness.

FEATURING: Guest Speakers Every Hour Area Psychics · Energy Healers Shamanic Practitioners Mind / Body Therapists Hollistic Practitioners Massage & Stress Management Artwork & Jewelry Crystals, Stones & Gems Natural Food Court

$7 Admission All Day Sponsored by the Society for Metaphysical Enlightenment For Information call:

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aturopathic Doctor and strength coach Nicholas Theodorou, of Nutritional Technologies, in Easton, is offering a $40 comprehensive health and five-point fitness evaluation and analysis during May that includes wholesome diets, prudent exercise, proper use of supplements, sleep and reducing stress.

Theodorou’s supplementation protocol for golfers helps build lean muscle Nicholas Theodorou, ND for longer drives, increases endurance in tournament play, ups overall energy levels, boosts the immune system and slows the aging process. Based on a native whey protein isolate, this method offers a drug-free solution for optimizing strength, health and overall wellness.

The program is also available for cyclists looking for natural performance enhancement. Theodorou, who achieved a 570-pound deadlift at age 53, helped coach Lucy Tyler win a bronze medal in the Points Race at the 1996 games in Atlanta and Giddeon Massie to make two Olympic Track Cycling teams in 2004 and 2008 Olympics. He advised them on their gym strength training workouts and conducted nutritional supplement support programs to maximize strength building and recovery from their intense, three-per-day workouts For appointments, call 610-258-1894. See ad page 11.

A Community Fight Against a Proposed Pelletizing Plant

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ludge Free Slate Belt asks that residents to say “NO” to the proposed sewage sludge pelletizing plant in the small community of Pen Argyl. Community resistance is on the basis of zoning, air quality, home value impact and traffic impact. Opponents of the plant include United Sludge Free Alliance founder, Darree Sicher; Delaware Riverkeepers, and Tracy Carluccio; a next generation resistance high school student and organizer.

Synagro has proposed a sludge pelletizing plant that will bring municipal sewage sludge wastes from 3 states to Pen Argyl, to be dried, turned into pellets and marketed as fertilizer or fuel. This type of pelletizing plant has been chased from NYC and Philadelphia, both within a 2 1/2-hour drive from the proposed location.

Tuesday April 11, Plainfield Township issued a response to the Synagro denying a permit and addressing several points including several potential deficiencies relating to steep slopes, setbacks, yards, loading/unloading, parking, and access drives.

Synagro was put on notice that proof of compliance with the standards of the Ordinance, including professional testing and results, may be required in order for a permit to be issued.

For more information or to get involved, Contact Saynotosynagro @gmail.com or facebook.com/sludgefreeslatebelt

Transition Initiative Introductory Workshop

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ransition Town Media (PA) will conduct a two-day launch of their workshop, Training for Transition!" on May 20 and 21, at Media Providence Friends School. With challenges of economic instability, energy choices, equity, fairness, unpredictable weather and environmental health, the global Transition movement is a positive approach that focuses on local solutions and building community resilience.

Their mission is reclaiming the economy, sparking entrepreneurship, reimagining work, reskilling themselves and weaving webs of connection and support. It’s an approach that has spread to more than 50 countries, in thousands of groups. The Alliance for Sustainable Communities, Lehigh Valley, is a Transitions hub and Certified Transition trainers Tina Clarke and Fred Brown will share experiences from the U.S. and around the world.

The popular, in-depth experiential Transition Launch workshop was created by the global Transition Network.

The course which teaches participants how to launch, run and grow a successful Transition initiative, is packed with imaginative and inspiring ways to engage the community, and delves into both the theory and practice of Transition that has worked so well in hundreds of communities around the world. It also meets the training criteria recommended for local Initiating groups to become an internationally recognized Transition Initiative.

Location: Friends School, 125 W. 3rd St., Media, PA. Costs vary. For more information, visit TransitionTownMedia.org or email info@TransitionTownMedia.org.

Come celebrate Spring with us at Circle of Seasons’ first May Faire!

We have something for everyone: Maypole Dance, Live Auction, Basket Raffle, COS Store, Book Fair hosted by Let’s Play Books, Puppet Show, COS Café, Activities for kids and much more!

Admission is FREE! *all proceeds benefit the school May Faire is hosted by the Parent Circle and the COS staff Festivals Committee. For more information:

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Webinar with Jennifer Capozzi

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nvironmental regulators are hermographic Diagnosconducting a statewide listentic Imaging and Health ing tour during May focused on through Awareness will presenvironmental justice. In Pennent a webinar May 24 with sylvania, an Environmental Justice Jennifer Capozzi, a plant (EJ) Zone is defined as a census medicine practitioner, planttract where at least 20 percent of based chef, herbalist and people live in poverty and/or at owner of Barlume Apothecary, least 30 percent of the population Jennifer Capozzi – in Philadelphia, discussing Herbalist is minority. The idea is to protect breast health and lymphatic people in marginalized communities that often get stuck with a disproutilizing plant medicine and whole •foods.

Box 421support Emmaus, PA 18049 • P: 610-421-4443 F: 610-421-4445 portionate share of industrial development in their backyards. Regulators She states, “The lymphatic system is the key itor@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com • www.NaturalAwakeningsMag.com will visit Lehigh County from 5 to 7 p.m., May 11, at the Allentown Public component of our immune system; it removes toxins, Library Community Room. dead cellsAd andProof unwelcome guests from the body, for Natural Awakenings “We want to move beyond just the census tract boundaries and make while maintaining the health of our blood and fluids sure within the body.” : P: 610-421-4443we're really considering the needs of people and the role of public foods participation to ensure that communities and regulated entities are conmail: Capozzi has been working with whole F: 610-421-4445 for more than 10 years as a chef and herbalist. She nected and communicating.” says Carl Jones, director of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Office of Environmental Justice. Permit weaves together medicine;the seasonal foods, Please sign your proofplant and complete following information: for landfills or coal mines in EJ zones trigger more scrutiny medicinal herbs andsize. essential oils intopage a daily (Ad is shown at actual See second forselflargerapplications ads.) from the DEP, but that's not the case with oil and gas permits. Last year, the care practice tailored to the unique needs of clients DEP said it would reconstitute its policies around environmental justice, to bring them to a place of healing and restoration.

Ad is approved: contact information and spelling is correct including how to define an EJ zone, and revisit which kinds of permits She is currently on a cross-country journey visiting would trigger a review. farms that the earth their communities.

Ad sustain is approved withand changes indicated Ad is not approved – make changes indicated Location: 1210 Hamilton St., Allentown. For more information and a comTo register, call 856-596-5834 or visit tdinj.com/ plete list of dates and locations, visit Tinyurl.com/PennsylvaniaListeningTour. tdi-webinar-series. See ad page 10.

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he first Pennsylvania Permaculture Convergence $ FRPPRQ VHQVH DSSURDFK WR \RXU KHDOWK FDUH is planned for Friday, June Scott P R Berk, MD, AAFP, AIHM 2 through Sunday, June 4 at Medical Director Stonehedge Gardens in Tamaqua. The gathering will ad33 Rupell Road • Union Twp, NJ 08827 • I-78 Exit 13 Herb Gardens at Stonehedge Gardens dress the ever-increasing need Phone: 908-238-0077 • E-mail: hipmdoffice@gmail.com www.hunterdonintegrativephysicians.org for communities to work and grow together as we develop ways to deal with ecological and social challenges.

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tour of Columcille Megalith Standing Stone Park will take place at 9:30 a.m., May 6 and again at 9:30 a.m.

June 3, with Irish historian and Celtic mythology storyteller Tom Egan. Participants will One of the Megaliths at Columcille walk Columcille’ s beautiful wooded trails and view its many standing stone monuments.

There is less than a mile of walking on unpaved nature trails with frequent stops for interpretive explanations of the park's features.

Nonprofit Columcille, Inc., was established in 1978 to promote transformation through inner and outer work. It has its origins in Casa Colum (Gaelic for home of the dove), a small house opened in 1975 by William Cohea, Jr., as a salon by the side of the road where tired sinners and reluctant saints could drop by and share their experiences and ideas. Cohea had been inspired during a visit to the Isle of Iona to create an open space that welcomed people of all faiths and traditions interested in renewal and transformation.

Admission is free; no reservation is required. Location: 2155 Fox Gap Rd., Bangor, PA. For more information, call 610-360-1701.

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Interfaith Class Forming at Pebble Hill Church

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he next session of the School of Sacred Ministries interfaith program at Pebble Hill Interfaith Church, originally planned for this spring, has been rescheduled to September as the group continues to conduct interviews and accept new applications. The delay may seem like a setback, but according to the Rev. Brian Weis, it’s the nature of the program.

“We always say the class forms when it forms,” says Weis. “We’re looking for people that are adventurous and open to new ideas. If you’re a student

with us, you will encounter people that weren’t raised like you, or see the world as you do.”

Through weekend classes and retreats over 27 months, students learn about as many different religious and spiritual traditions as possible. They’re also introduced to topics such as spiritual counseling, public speaking, group facilitation, forms of prayer, ceremonial work and interpersonal exploration.

“You’re not just studying. You’re working on your own path. It’s a transformational rather than an academic

experience,” says Weis. The question posed to students is, essentially, “How can I use what’s in my heart to bring more healing into the world?”

For Marianne Lane-Noreika, who was ordained through the School in 2016, her answer was to become a yogi. It wasn’t what she anticipated. As a person in long-term recovery, she expected to help others battling addiction.

“I didn’t see a lot of options for those of us that didn’t follow a typical religion.

I felt that people that were interfaith were people I could relate to,” says Lane-Noreika. Now, she laughs, “I’m a yoga teacher. People tell me everything.

It’s the new hairdresser.”

Lane-Noreika’s classes include prayer and meditation, and her role gives her the opportunity to speak with people seeking their own spiritual paths. “I knew I was with seekers on the spiritual path,” she says of her introduction to the interfaith classes. “I knew in the deepest of my soul I was in the right place.”

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esearchers from the United Kingdom’s University of Winchester have found that cycling improves brain function. The study tested the cognitive function of 17 physically active men in their 20s before and after two, 30-minute sessions on a stationary bike.

The results showed significant cognitive improvements following each session.

Biking to work is also a good way to reduce our carbon footprint, but breathing in exhaust fumes and other pollutants is a concern for street cyclists. Alexander Bigazzi, a transportation expert in the department of civil engineering and school of community and regional planning at the University of British Columbia, has studied the relationship between average-speed bicycle travel and inhalation of potentially harmful air.

Using a U.S. Census-based computer model of 10,000 people, Bigazzi found that the ideal bicycling speed to inhale the minimum amount of pollution is between 7.5 to 12.5 miles per hour (mph), placing the lowest risk for women at nearly eight mph and for men at just over eight mph. “The faster you move, the harder you breathe and the more pollution you could potentially inhale, but you are also exposed to traffic for a shorter period of time. This analysis shows where the sweet spot is,” says Bigazzi.

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Prenatal Omega-3 Reduces Kids’ Asthma Risk

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esearchers from the Copenhagen University Hospital, in Denmark, discovered expectant mothers that take omega-3 supplements while pregnant reduce the risk that their babies will develop asthma.

Analyzing blood samples from 695 Danish women at 24 weeks of gestation and again one week after birth, the study tested the levels of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)—long-chain omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, fish oil and DHA-algae supplements—in the women’s blood. The health of the babies was monitored for five years and compared with the blood analysis. The children of the mothers given 2.4 grams of long-chain omega-3 supplements during their third trimester displayed an overall 31 percent reduced risk of developing asthma.

“Asthma and wheezing disorders have more than doubled in Western countries in recent decades,” explains Professor Hans Bisgaard, of the Copenhagen Prospective Studies on Asthma in Childhood at the hospital. “We now have a preventative measure to help bring those numbers down.”

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Even One Drink Daily Increases Melanoma Risk

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study from the University of Prague, in the Czech Republic, has found that extracts from the bark of the Hintonia latiflora, a tree grown in Mexico and South America, can help regulate blood glucose levels in people with Type 2 diabetes.

Researchers administered a capsule containing a dry concentrated extract from the plant to 32 subjects with the condition and monitored their blood glucose levels for six months.

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May is Asparagus Month

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ometimes referred to as the aristocrat of vegetables, asparagus has been cultivated for more than 2,000 years. It was prized by ancient Greeks and Romans for its taste and reputed medicinal qualities, and 19th-century French bridegrooms, believing it was an aphrodisiac, frequently ate several helpings on the eve of their nuptials. The crop reaches its peak during April and May.

Packing a fiber-filled punch of vitamins A and C, this princely veggie also delivers significant helpings of folate and rutin, which help to strengthen blood vessels. Its delicate flavor is best preserved by stir-frying or light steaming.

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Negative Stereotypes Sabotage Girl Soccer Players

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esearchers from Germany’s Goethe University, in Frankfurt, sought to determine the impact that the belief held by some that females are poor soccer players would have on their performance. The study had 36 teenage female soccer players engage in a ball-dribbling drill before and after reading a pertinent article. Half of the subjects read about the perceived incompetence of female soccer players and the other half read a piece about the growing popularity of the sport.

The players that read the negative article needed significantly more time to complete the drill than those that read the positive article, possibly highlighting the impact that negative stereotyping has on women.

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Marine Reserve Preserves Ocean Biodiversity The French government has expanded the RÊserve Naturelle Nationale des Terres Australes Françaises, a highly protected marine reserve in Frenchcontrolled, sub-Antarctic waters of the southern Indian Ocean, from about 8,000 to more than 46,000 square miles; it now includes seven areas surrounding the islands of Crozet and Kerguelen. France intends to designate 10 percent of its oceanic territory by 2020, and this action brings the total as of the end of 2016 to 1.3 percent.

These large-scale, fully protected marine reserves may serve as climate refuges for many species. The rich biodiversity of the new addition includes marine mammals, fish, seabirds, orcas, penguins, Antarctic fur seals and the critically endangered Amsterdam albatross.

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Turtle Turnaround

Record Hatchlings Give Hope Worldwide, six of the seven sea turtle species are threatened or endangered because of human activity. A ray of hope now shining from conservation efforts is that nesting sea turtles have posted record numbers of successful hatchlings in South Carolina the last three years, with Georgia and Florida reporting similar results. Decades of helpful efforts are paying off due to increased public awareness of turtlefriendly practices at seaside locations. Heed these rules: 4 Keep lights off on beachfront property during nesting season.

4 Refrain from using flash photography on the beach at night.

4 Keep beaches and oceans clean.

Litter such as plastic bags and balloons can cause injury or death when sea turtles mistake them for jellyfish, a favorite food.

4 Respect sea turtles by observing them from a distance.

4 Report dead or injured sea turtles and nest disturbances to 1-800-9225431.

Learn more about sea turtle conservation and how to get involved at dnr.sc.gov/seaturtle. Find an introductory video at OceanToday.noaa. gov/endoceanseaturtles.

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Corporate Interests Oppose Private Rentals Local governments and hotels are struggling to come to terms with the growing phenomenon of Airbnb room rentals, which help residents find short-term paying guests that often provide an economic lifeline to help them pay their bills, rent or mortgage. It’s an affordable, convenient and comfortable alternative for travelers.

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New Seed-Sharing Law in California

California is the fourth state to pass a law making it legal to swap seeds and collect them in non-commercial libraries. That’s good, because the U.S. Department of Agriculture Federal Seed Act, in place for 80 years, mandates that any activity involving non-commercial distribution of seeds must be labeled, permitted and tested according to industrial regulations that would be both costly and burdensome to the hundreds of local seed libraries operating in 46 states.

Nebraska, Illinois and Minnesota also recently passed laws protecting non-commercial seed activity from regulatory requirements. Free seed libraries, swaps and exchanges increase access to local food and can play a large role in expanding and preserving biodiversity.

Neil Thapar, the food and farm attorney at the Sustainable Economies Law Center, says, “We wanted to create the legal framework for an alternative system that is not reliant on large companies to provide open-pollinated seed varieties. Seed sharing has a direct connection to building local economic resilience.” The center is taking action to try to get laws changed in all 50 states.

Critics claim the service removes affordable housing units and official hotel rooms from the market by turning suitable apartments into unofficial hotels. Consequently, proposed ordinances are in the works in several U.S. metropolitan areas where Airbnb entrepreneurs and industry groups are also active in trying to shape future laws.

Other on-demand grassroots industries such as ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft, which have flourished in unregulated “gray areas”, have learned they need to employ teams of lawyers and lobbyists to fight a stream of restrictive laws and lawsuits.

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Balloon Doom

Helium-filled balloons look pretty when released at special events, but they eventually become earthbound trash littering land and water, often traveling great distances before reaching their final resting places; spans of up to 1,300 miles have been recorded. The Ocean Conservancy recently picked up nearly 94,000 balloon remnants in the course of a year’s worth of cleanup operations.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, fish, dolphins, whales, seabirds and sea turtles have all been found with latex balloons in their stomachs, blocking their digestive tracts. One study of two stranded sperm whales in California attributed their deaths to huge amounts of consumed ocean debris. Another found that more than half of one species of sea turtle surveyed had trash in their gut; mostly balloons. The problem is so serious that several states and cities have already outlawed mass balloon releases.

Latex balloons are technically biodegradable, but that process can take six months or more, according to the UK National Association of Balloon Artists and Suppliers. Celebratory alternatives include laser shows, music performances, bubbles, banners and reusable inflatable characters.

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Choo Choo Breakthrough Wind-Powered Trains in Holland

Nederlandse Spoorwegen reports that all of its electric trains are now running on energy harvested from wind. Working with Eneco, a sustainable energy supplier in the Netherlands, the goal was to operate the trains via wind turbines by January 2018, but they beat their own deadline.

Electric locomotives don’t use conventional engines; instead, they act like a component in an electric circuit transmitted via high-voltage power lines. Three options for usage include onboard energy storage systems such as batteries; an overhead wire; or an extra live rail, which has current flowing through it at all times. It’s used to power lights and air-conditioning, as well as for propulsion.

According to the Global Wind Energy Council, turbines capable of generating 586 megawatts of electricity are the workhorses. In 2016, a 700 megawatt offshore wind farm near the town of Borssele became the most cost-effective of such installations in the world.

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Designing Cabinets and Chairs Made from Recyclables Swedish design firm and retailer IKEA is introducing a new line of “no waste” products that includes seating, vases and kitchen cabinets made of recycled materials. IKEA hopes that the design will help people see waste not as garbage, but as just another material that can be used in creating new and beautiful things.

The Kungsbacka kitchen employs affordable, sustainable supplies that look stylish, including cabinet doors incorporating recycled plastic bottles and recycled wood; the entire cabinet is said to be 99.9 percent recycled.

The Odger chair is 70 percent recycled plastic and 30 percent renewable wood. The design, available in a range of colors and wood finishes, is the result of collaboration between Swedish designers at Form Us With Love and eschews the environmentharming plastics of other chairs.

IKEA also melts recycled glass to turn it into beautiful vases. Each mouth-blown vase is unique, thanks to the materials.

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Cloth Better than Disposable for People and the Planet Disposable diapers are the third most common consumer item in landfills. When even those labeled “eco-friendly” are covered by other debris after being discarded and hidden from sunlight and air, they don’t readily biodegrade.

Producing disposables also makes major demands on water, energy, nonrenewable resources like oil and renewables like wood. Many brands contain harmful ingredients such as polyacrylate, dioxin, phthalates and heavy metals that can be absorbed by a baby’s soft, developing skin and promote rashes.

According to SmallFootprintFamily.com, 90 to 95 percent of American babies annually generate 27.4 billion single-use plastic diapers, or 7.6 billion pounds of garbage.

While comparable statistics on adult diapers aren’t available, Euromonitor International forecasts a 48 percent increase in U.S. sales to $2.7 billion in 2020, up from $1.8 billion in 2015. In a decade, sales of diapers for adults could surpass those for babies at Kimberly-Clark and Procter & Gamble, attributed to bladder control issues related to health and age, according to the Urology Care Foundation and Mayo Clinic.

The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Public Health Association advise that in all cases, fecal matter and urine should be rinsed and flushed down the toilet instead of put in the trash, so that contaminants don’t enter groundwater and potentially spread disease. Traditional cloth diapers are the way to go for several reasons beyond budget: 4 Using cloth facilitates earlier potty education by quickly communicating to the baby when they are wet. New cloth diaper systems like Nicki’s Diapers (NickisDiapers.com) can be easily cleaned in regular and high-efficiency washing machines. Some popular brands are listed at DiaperPin.com.

4 The nonprofit association at RealDiapers.org helps connect local groups of mothers to communicate and share best practices in use, cleaning and potty training, such as learning a baby’s cues for needing to go. It also hosts informative events such as the annual national Great Cloth Diaper Change.

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eaching me how to steer the 30-foot-long sailboat he built, my father would say, “It’s the sail that follows the wind, and the rudder that follows the sail.” The sail, by its nature, will catch the wind and lean into it. The rudder is for steering once we’ve set sail.

Our soul is like a sail. Once hoisted, it’s filled by the wind of Spirit, which establishes our course and direction. Our will is our rudder; its job is to follow where the soul filled with Spirit leads, helping to steer our way.

When we lean on will to make things happen, we can grow stubborn, confused or lost. Clear sailing comes when we’re being carried toward a vision greater than our self, feeling wholly alive along the way.

Scudding along the sea, my father was living once for all time, feeling the sensation of all life in that moment.

We all yearn to live in these moments forever, yet even a taste of aliveness

can fill, sustain and refresh us in the midst of daily tasks.

We all face times beyond our control when life doesn’t follow our designs and we’re asked to work with life and not fight, curse or hide from it.

When insisting on our way, we can get so tangled in our will that we can’t find or feel the wind of Spirit. During these times—when we fear there is no meaning and it seems there’s nothing holding us up—our will can puff, snap and flap about in a desperate attempt to fill what looms as an empty life.

But even setting out on the sea, it’s never easy. My father remarked, “It’s always harder to sail toward a fixed point, because you will inevitably have to cross the wind several times to get there.” By contrast, a boat moves its fastest and cleanest when it simply follows the wind. It’s the same when we listen for where life is taking us, instead of busily thinking about where we’re

going. Devoting ourselves to experiencing the journey, rather than determining a destination, we discover our way.

Like a sail, our life must be out in the open before the wind will show its face. Likewise, Spirit fills us when we can inhabit our true nature. We miss what awaits us if we hover too close to the shore of our past, our family, someone else’s dream for us, or an old identity. To feel the wind in our face, we must leave the shallows and harbors for the deep. Only then will the larger, timeless destination show itself and our soul be filled enough with Spirit that our smaller self will have no choice but to engage in steering us toward all that matters.

Adapted excerpt from The One Life We’re Given: Finding the Wisdom that Waits in Your Heart, by Mark Nepo (Atria). Connect at MarkNepo.com and ThreeIntentions.com.

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Taggart Siegel Seeks to Seed an Agricultural Revolution

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or more than 30 years, Taggart Siegel has produced award-winning films on little-known aspects of the natural and cultural world. His diverse documentaries range from the story of a Hmong shaman immigrant adjusting to American life to a Midwestern organic farmer that salvaged his family’s farm.

Siegel’s latest film, Seed: The Untold Story, follows global seed keepers from Minnesota to India battling multinational agribusinesses in a quest to protect our agricultural heritage and food sources—ancient seeds passed down through untold generations.

Interviews with farmers, ethnobotanists and activists explore the importance of the genetic material that these tiny time capsules carry.

Siegel is the founder and executive director of Collective Eye Films,

a nonprofit media company in Portland, Oregon. He co-directed and produced this latest offering with documentary filmmaker Jon Betz, with backing from Academy Awardwinning actress Marisa Tomei.

Why does the colossal loss of food crop diversity during the past century matter?

Up to 96 percent of seed varieties have been lost since 1903. During this period, we have destroyed the infrastructure of traditional agriculture: 10,000 years of seeds saved from families and farmers. It threatens our survival. We can’t rely on genetically modified seeds to see us through climate changes. We need non-genetically engineered seed varieties like the thousands of different

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types of rice grown in India to be able to adapt to extreme events like floods and droughts.

Universal responsibility to save seeds began to dwindle in the 1920s, when hybrid corn crops came onto the market, promising higher yields; instead of growing crops from seeds saved, borrowed or shared with neighbors, farmers bought seeds from stores. In the 1990s, huge corporations bought up some 20,000 seed companies, and the number of cultivated seed varieties dropped precipitously.

Ten agrichemical companies now control more than two-thirds of the global seed market.

How do hybrid seeds differ from open-pollinated seeds?

You cannot save a hybrid seed; if you try to use it, the results are unreliable.

Hybrids are engineered to be planted for one year only. With open-pollinated and heirloom seeds, you’re planting reliable seeds saved from year to year, generation to generation, bred for the consistency of their qualities. Indigenous people in Mexico’s Oaxaca Valley, for example, have successfully cultivated local seeds for at least 8,700 years, right up to today.

Hybrids require high levels of chemical inputs to produce. Illustrating the contrast, Hopi corn, grown for thousands of years, requires little water and contains much more protein than today’s commercial crops, without poisoning the land with heavy industrial inputs. The Hopi think of seeds as their children, intimately connected with their heritage and culture, so they protect them. Beyond big, strong crops, farming is a spiritual act.

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Why do so many farmers voluntarily choose hybrid seeds, given the troubling issues involved?

Most farmers just want streamlined labor and the biggest yield. Often, commodity crops using commercial seeds and chemical fertilizers have the biggest yield and make them the most money, even though severe downsides like the loss of flavor and nutrients mean it’s ultimately not the best result.

In India, more than 250,000 farmers have committed suicide during the past 20 years to escape onerous debts accrued to purchase industrialized agricultural inputs. An Indian seed salesman interviewed for the film despairs, “The seeds we sell don’t taste good and require so many chemicals that many farmers kill themselves.”

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What is the seed-saver movement achieving, and how can everyday gardeners and citizens take action?

Seed libraries and banks are critically important because the seeds are adapted to the local environment. Seed libraries have multiplied from only a handful a few years ago to as many as 300 located in towns across America today. Public libraries check out seeds to plant in your garden, asking only that you return harvested seeds for others to enjoy. Farmers can now “back up” their seeds in local seed banks, which are also becoming important educational resources to teach students about these issues.

To locate a screening or purchase a DVD of the film, visit SeedTheMovie.com.

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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ancy Ashmore and Jeanette Goff both former salon owners came together in January 1994. They brought their experience and knowledge of the beauty industry along with their passion for it. Twenty-five years later, with a tremendous team of people, the love of the beauty industry and the passion for people is still strong.

Housed in a 100-year-old building with lots of character, the first floor is the salon area and the second floor is the spa area where massage therapy and facials are provided in a relaxing atmosphere. Artisan’s Salon and Day Spa is a place where clients can restore their spirit and express their personal inner and outer beauty. Though it’s been

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twenty-five years, Jeanette and Nancy still share a mutual love for styling hair, and for providing a space for restoration and relaxation

Artisan’s massage therapist has been with the spa for 15 years. She is certified in several modalities, including therapeutic, deep tissue, pre-natal, reflexology and hot stone massage. One esthetician has been with the spa for 22 years, and the two mani-pedi technicians (one is Jeanette’s daughter) have been with the spa for nearly 20 years.

“We treat our team members as we do our clients”, notes Jeanette, “with care and respect. After all, they are the reason our clients return again and again.”

One of those clients recently shared with Jeanette why she loves coming to Artisan’s, saying “It’s such a warm, friendly place. I couldn’t ask for a better place. I feel like I’m coming to see my friends, and I leave feeling pampered and beautiful.” Reviews on the salon/spa’s website are overwhelmingly positive, with 95.7 percent of respondents saying they would refer their friends and family.

Though there are seldom changes to the team, there are sometimes changes to the products and services offered, the team is always seeking ways to improve the client experience.

For instance, they recently upgraded their organic hair color brand to Oway Organic hair color, which provides biodynamic color. Short for “organic way,” Oway products are described as “a step above organic,” are never tested on animals, and are also fair trade - three factors important to many of Artisan’s clientele. The water used to manufacture Oway products undergoes two natural purifying treatments: reverse osmosis and ozonation, which produces microbiologically pure water without resorting to the use of chemical disinfectants.

The salon also uses other highquality hair products, including Wella International, Enjoy, Nioxin and Sebastian products, and is a Bumble and Bumble education and retail partner.

They are also a certified Ouidad salon, providing outstanding cuts and care for curly hair, which can often be difficult to cut and style.

Last year, the salon added 100

percent human hair extensions to its menu of services offered, and demand for the product continues to grow for a variety of reasons, according to Jeanette “Sometimes clients want ‘wedding hair;’ others simply want added volume or the popular two-tone look without resorting to color.”

The spa uses only disposable foot baths and files to eliminate the risk of contamination. Facials offer microdermabrasion and peels using Sircuit Cosmeceuticals, also available to purchase for home use. The skin care line is exclusive. Paraben- and sulfatefree, with no artificial colors or preservatives, the company goes one step further, using a technique called “chiral correction” to purify ingredients at the molecular level, which improves the overall effectiveness of the product.

For those who can’t decide on a spa service, packages with alluring names like Retreat from Reality, Spa Escape, Spa Sampler, and Ultimate Spa Escape, are available. There is also a client reward program for skin care procedures and products, making it even easier to be pampered on a regular basis.

All of Artisan’s clients share the common trait of desiring a superior level of products, service and training.

“We sincerely try to make every client feel cared for in their own unique way.

I believe we really excel at listening to our clients, and have great consultations before we begin. Great consultations allow us to better satisfy our clients by meeting their needs and desires,” says Goff.

She admits that there are those who avoid the spa experience because they feel it’s too indulgent. Yet, she believes a certain amount of pampered quiet time is necessary to unwind in today’s hectic-paced world. “The body needs to de-stress to perform at its peak. We are certain that if you give us a chance once, you will become a regular client. We have a great team here, and they truly are a team, working very well together to provide the best experience for every client, every visit.”

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NATURAL MOTHERHOOD Creating the Best Start for New Life

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woman’s body is exquisitely designed to conceive, nurture and give birth,” says Dr. Carol J. Phillips, an Annapolis, Maryland, prenatal chiropractor, doula and author of Hands of Love: Seven Steps to the Miracle of Birth.

Judith Lothian, Ph.D., associate editor of the Journal of Perinatal Education, professor of nursing at Seton Hall University, in South Orange, New Jersey, and a natural childbirth educator, knows the significance of women’s deep intuitive instinct. “Women who feel supported and encouraged can tap into their own wisdom and find deep satisfaction in giving birth naturally. The process itself perfectly prepares mother and baby to continue on their journey together.”

Several gentle strategies help mothers-to-be prepare for the joys of natural pregnancy and childbirth.

research its benefits and healing qualities. The yearning for comfort foods like pizza, macaroni or ice cream may signal the need for more nurturing. Eyeing popcorn or chips could be a sign she’s stuffing down an emotion. She can ask herself, “What am I suppressing?”

“Eat a lot of protein, including vitamin B-rich foods, during both pregnancy and breastfeeding,” advises O’Mara.

“Nursing moms need to eat nutrient-dense foods frequently, along with getting adequate fluids,” says Wilson. She recommends foods that assist lactation called galatactagogues, like

Build a Baby-Friendly Body “Follow your urges,” counsels Peggy O’Mara, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, former editor of Mothering Magazine and author of Having a Baby, Naturally. “Eat when you’re hungry.

Sleep when you’re weary. Go to the bathroom the moment nature calls. Practice this in pregnancy so you’ll be in the habit of listening to your instincts when you give birth.” This simple advice counters women’s common habit of attending to other people’s needs instead of their own.

Along with eating organic whole foods, Kristy Wilson, of Las Vegas, a certified professional midwife, labor doula and placenta preparation specialist, recommends both a plant-based food supplement with iron and whole food prenatal supplement. Vitamin C is important for a strong amniotic sac; she suggests at least 500 milligrams daily. A high-strung mom can take magnesium chloride baths or sip a soothing cup of red raspberry leaf tea.

“Women that are concerned about their diet can tune into the baby and ask what they need,” says Lori Bregman, of Santa Monica, California, a doula, birth coach and author of The Mindful Mom-to-Be. If craving a certain dish, she can

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almonds, avocados, legumes, kale and spinach. To increase milk production, add fennel to meals or smoothies, or turn to capsules.

Spark the Spirit

Affirmations can positively state the mother-to-be’s intentions for pregnancy and birth. Examples include: “Birth is a safe and wonderful experience.

Keep Moving with Intention I am choosing the right path for my Wilson recommends yoga, swimming, birth. I trust my body and my inwalking or light jogging three to five stincts. I have all the support I need.” times a week, for 20 minutes a day.

Wilson recommends choosing two “Squatting like a child on your haunches to four that resonate, repeating them is a great exercise for childbirth,” she every morning while gazing into the says, noting that 20 squats daily will mirror, placing them on the refrigerastrengthen core muscles. Sitting on an tor door and even having them pop exercise ball instead of a desk chair or up on a smartphone. couch also engages core muscles, while “Meditation prepares you for childimproving posture. birth and can also be soothing during

“Regular exercise brings more enlabor by offering tools that push away ergy, better sleep, reduced stress, higher fear,” says O‘Mara. She likes this manspirits, better odds of an easy labor, faster tra from Thich Nhat Hahn’s book, Being post-delivery recovery and reduced risk of Peace: “Breathing in, I calm myself, gestational diabetes and high blood presThe connections established breathing out, I smile.” sure during pregnancy,” Bregman finds.

To begin, sit comfortably in a quiet between mother and She recommends a prenatal yoga practice room with eyes closed. For women that includes breathing and visualizanew to meditation, Wilson suggests child are much stronger tions. This restorative form of yoga offers lighting a scented or colored candle when she progresses through and noticing the colors and movement gentle stretching, promotes good circulation and naturally supports relief or healof the flame for something physical pregnancy and birth from ing of many possible pregnancy ailments. to focus on. “This calming practice is a natural perspective.

“To alleviate physical distress, try important because labor becomes like chiropractic prenatal care,” says Phillips. a meditation,” she says. The mother ~Kristy Wilson Light finger contact from an expericopes through the contraction, then enced practitioner helps realign bony uses her meditation skills to reset, segments and restores the body’s normal tone. “A prenatal refocus and ground herself before the next contraction. expert can adjust so the mom’s body maintains its balance

Wilson and Bregman both encourage expectant mothers and the baby is free to move.” to keep a journal during pregnancy. “Record thoughts and

Craniosacral therapy reestablishes balance to the memexperiences. Sometimes dreams tell things about the child, branes that encapsulate the brain and spinal cord. who has a story too,” advises Wilson.

Prepare the Mind

“Just say, ‘No thanks,’ to friends who want to burden you with stories of their long, excruciating labors,” O’Mara advises. “Protect yourself from toxic people and their horror stories. Focus on maintaining your own good health and surround yourself with people that have experienced a normal birth. Plan to have uplifting support during the birthing process and in the postpartum period.”

A woman easily influenced by others might ask her doula, midwife or spouse to be her advocate. A woman that needs to exercise control might seek such assistance for peace of mind, knowing that her wishes will be followed.

“‘Pain’ is a fear-based word,” to be avoided in conversations about labor, Wilson explains. “Don’t fear the strength of contractions. They are doing exactly what your body needs to do to give birth.” As a midwife, she helps moms relax and embrace these intensely important sensations by focusing on what is going on in their body. Research published in the journal Cell Adhesion & Migration shows that the hormones released during labor enter into the baby’s immune system to also strengthen the child.

Design a Special Experience Create a Birth Plan

Those that prefer a home birth can find a compatible midwife through a natural birthing community such as the National Association of Certified Professional Midwives, International Childbirth Education Association and La Leche League. For a hospital experience, look for low-Caesarean rates, a personally compatible doctor and a distinct birthing center. Either way, a doula or midwife can help craft the desired birth plan.

Upon selecting a venue, the expectant mother may imagine the ideal birth environment and write positive statements, such as, “I want to move around freely. I want my husband and sister with me at all times.”

“If a home birth is a mother’s first choice, design two plans; one for home and one for the hospital,” suggests Phillips. “If the mother needs hospital care during labor, the attendants will know her wishes.”

Wilson encourages the spouse to be involved from the beginning. “The partner’s energy plays a role in how the birth progresses during labor. Plus, being part of the natural awakenings

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The birth process is a naturally occurring phenomenon. Reproductive healthcare may occur in a variety of safe settings. The midwife encourages newborn bonding, family relationships, emphasizes prevention, and strives toward optimal individual wellness.

Laurice Dunning is the midwife and owner of The Midwives and Associates. She is happy to offer extraordinary women’s healthcare and a personalized birthing experience surrounding your family. Laurice is a graduate of the University of Southern Maine as a Registered Nurse, a 1995 post-graduate of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey as a Certified Nurse Midwife, and earned her Master’s in Midwifery at the Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science. Aside from these degrees, Laurice has many certifications from courses in specific areas of women’s healthcare. Laurice has more than 30 years of labor and delivery experience and has worked with midwives from Germany, England and Australia as a Captain in the US Army Nurse Corp.

In addition to offering labor support for natural home birth, Dunning offers family-centered prenatal and postpartum care, breastfeeding support, homeopathic examinations, preconception counseling and counseling for menstrual problems, PMS, perimenopausal and menopausal care.

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planning keeps him engaged and attuned to her wishes.”

Orchestrate a Childbirth Team

“The birthing mother needs continuous support from someone that can focus on her and her needs,” says Phillips.

“The partner also needs to have access to experienced support. Both need to surround themselves with people that know how to enfold them in love.”’

A birthing team includes the medically trained attendant appointed to help deliver the baby; either a midwife or a doctor. Many women choose to have a trained doula collaborate, as well. She provides continuity of care and advocacy, lessens the need for medical intervention, stays with the mother, honors and includes the partner and supports the parents in making informed decisions.

With home births, family members tend to invite themselves over. The mom needs to have control of her birthing atmosphere. “I encourage moms to be firm regarding who they want in the room when the baby is born,” Wilson says.

Honor the Postpartum Mother

“Giving birth is the first big unknown of parenting,” says Wilson. “You plan for it and then you have to trust and accept the outcome.” She encourages postpartum appointments for discussing the birth.

“A breastfeeding mother’s nutrient requirements are actually higher postpartum,” Wilson says. To prevent deficiencies, she suggests moms nourish themselves during this period, delaying any focus on weight loss and regaining muscle tone.

The birth team and other friends can deliver meals, do light housecleaning, run a load of laundry and bring groceries. The new parents will welcome this generous and loving help.

Deborah Shouse is a mother, writer, speaker, editor and health advocate in Kansas City, MO. Her latest book, Connecting in the Land of Dementia: Creative Activities to Explore Together, focuses on life’s meaningful moments (DementiaJourney.org).

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he blessingway ceremony helps a woman prepare mentally, emotionally and spiritually for the work of birthing, opening her to instinctive abilities that will guide her in mothering,” says Donna Miller Watelet, interfaith minister and co-author of Mother Rising: The Blessingway Journey into Motherhood.

Miller Watelet, a facilitator of dozens of blessingway rituals, shares an example of a nourishing gathering: In a comfortable and safe room, a group of friends circles the mother-to-be, signifying their support. They discuss the intention for the blessingway and invite the mom to symbolically let go of any fears blocking a harmonious experience. Once her fears are emptied out, they fill her up

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with affirmations, appreciations and adornments.

Women can gift an object that has meaning to them, such as a bead, flower or scrap of cloth, as a sign of their commitment to her.

These gifts will then be fashioned into something lasting, such as a necklace for the mother. The circle may then bind themselves together, each woman wrapping red yarn around her wrist before passing along the skein until everyone is connected. As they discuss this intertwining, they cut the binding yarn and keep the bracelets, a reminder of their caring for the new family.

“Finally, we enjoy a feast together,” Miller Watelet says. “Sharing a meal reminds us to bring the intentions of the blessingway back into everyday life.”

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ragonfly Yoga & Wellness offers many prenatal and birthing services. Pregnancy is a time of wonder and beauty; Dragonfly helps parents openly explore the mind, body and spirit connection. The prenatal yoga classes address the aches and pains of pregnancy, foster a supportive community of friendship and integrate childbirth education to help mothers be more prepared and empowered for labor, delivery and beyond.

Jamie Laputka, a registered prenatal yoga teacher, childbirth educator, birth doula and yoga therapist, is a highly-educated instructor who guides women through the anatomical, hormonal and muscular changes which occur in the pregnant body by creating sequences which lessen discomfort and stress. Classes also prepare the mother

both physically and mentally by strengthening and stretching the body while teaching optimal pelvic positioning.

Each yoga class starts with sangha, where the women can share and create a bond. Pregnancy and postpartum periods carry enormous physical and emotional changes and bonding time creates a sacred space for long lasting friendships. Childbirth education and birthing trends are included in classes so new mothers will feel more confident and prepared to make conscious, educated decisions during pregnancy, labor, delivery and motherhood.

Partner Birthing Yoga workshops are a wonderful time for moms and partners to find the courage and comfort needed during the birthing process.

Coping strategies including movement, massage, breath, visualization and vocalization can provide emotional support to the laboring woman. While the approach of labor is from a yogic perspective, no previous yoga experience is necessary and couples are welcome at all stages of pregnancy.

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Birthing a baby requires the integration of the mind, body and spirit. BirthWorks provides an emotional preparation, as well as current, evidenced based information.

Dragonfly Yoga & Wellness is a holistic childbirth organization designed to help women develop more trust and faith in their ability to give birth, and Laputka believes that every woman has the power and ability to have the birth they desire.

Dragonfly Yoga & Wellness is located at 1338 Hamilton St., Allentown. Laputka also teaches a prenatal yoga class at West End Yoga. Call 484-838-5866, email DragonflyYogaLVgmail.com or visit Dragon flyYogaLV.com for more information.

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sia and Sweden. Breast milk provides immunological benefits, transfers symbiotic gut bacteria and promotes bonding between mother and child.

It’s especially nutritious if the mother’s diet is healthy, and breast milk is the only food experts agree the human body is unquestionably designed to consume.

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very young mammal on Earth sleeps in close contact with its mother and other family members.

They’ve been co-sleeping for security, warmth, comfort and protection for millions of years of evolution.

Although it is generally frowned upon in the United States, many human cultures, including most in East Asia, the Pacific islands, South America, Africa and much of southern Europe, have a rich tradition of co-sleeping. In At Home: A Short History of Private Life, Bill Bryson relates that until very recently, most domiciles centered around a central room, or hall, where everyone slept together. Even today, adults and children almost always sleep together

in the same beds in non-industrialized, traditional societies worldwide.

The modern practice of placing babies in separate rooms at night, often to cry themselves to sleep, appears to be a historical aberration. Co-sleeping, conversely, is the age-old norm because it offers so many benefits to both parents and children.

Co-sleeping makes breastfeeding easier. Studies published by

the Acta Paediatrica, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics confirm a consistent link between cosleeping and breastfeeding in countries as disparate as Brazil, Britain, Malay-

mother that can breastfeed without leaving the bed will get more sleep.

Also, more research from the American Academy of Pediatrics shows a lower incidence of sudden infant death syndrome when breastfeeding is practiced.

In the clinical experience of James McKenna, Ph.D., a University of Notre Dame professor and leading anthropologist in the field, “Breastfeeding mothers typically keep their babies away from pillows, positioning their infants on their backs, while placing them below the parents’ shoulders and raising their arms above them.” Plus, the adults “lay on their sides in ways that can prevent accidental overlays.”

Co-sleeping builds parent-child bonds. Research published by the

Sleep Research Society shows that mothers who co-sleep with their babies are more attuned to their sleep/wake habits and can respond quicker to their needs.

According to the journal Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, skinto-skin touch increases the secretion of oxytocin, a bond-building hormone.

Co-sleeping fosters maturation.

Studies in the Infant and Child Development journal show that kids that share a bed or sleep in the same room with their parents grow up to be more selfreliant and socially independent, better behaved, less anxious about intimacy as adults and more likely to be happy.

Parents that are nervous about sharing beds can try room sharing, where the baby sleeps in an adjoining crib or cot; family members will experience many of the same benefits.

Mark Sisson is a former marathon runner and triathlete. He is the author of the bestselling health and fitness book, The Primal Blueprint, and publisher of the health blog, MarksDailyApple.com.

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Safe Co-Sleeping Habits

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DON’T: 4 Don’t drink alcohol or take drugs that affect awareness and judgment, especially before bed.

4 Don’t smoke tobacco. The tars and toxins cling to an adult’s body, hair and clothes, exposing the baby to dangerous chemicals that increases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

4 Don’t co-sleep if the parent is sleepdeprived, a heavy sleeper, has sleep apnea or is obese.

4 Don’t allow pets or other children to sleep next to babies.

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Date: 4 Don’t use overly soft mattresses that babies can sink into. Think firm.

4 Don’t use thick bedding, which can cause rapid overheating or lead to smothering.

4 Don’t co-sleep unless everyone is on board. If a spouse isn’t agreeable, try a room share instead.

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he Heart to Lead: Women as Allies for the Greater Good, a documentary film directed and produced by Cheryl Gould, of Naples, Florida, explores the emerging paradigm of heart-based feminine leadership and how it is attuning women to their inner strengths, beliefs, each other and our Earth. “Women’s deeper unity of being is empowering them to take action and lead. Women who once longed for a culture that would reflect their highest priorities are now creating one in which they support each other and make a difference,” says Gould.

She notes that for centuries, a vast number of women have led and served as change agents. “Unfortunately, the majority of them never made it into the headlines or history books. A prime example—few individuals knew that 12 women ran for president before Hillary Clinton.”

In a recent Yes! magazine article,

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Rucha Chitnis reports that women are rising up to push back against growing corporate power, land grabs, economic injustice, climate change and more.

Women’s groups and networks offer a paradigm shift, she concludes, exposing links between unbridled capitalism, violence, the erosion of human rights and destruction of the Earth.

A woman’s style of leadership in America’s corporate boardrooms, activist-led movements or state and federal government may not be plainly evident. Feminine wisdom’s emerging solutions are compassionate, collaborative and consensus-building, and pursue universal outcomes and group cooperation. They contrast with conventional competitive strategies and solutions, according to The Legislative Effectiveness of Women in Congress study at Vanderbilt University’s Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions, in Nashville.

Jean Shinoda Bolen, a medical doctor, Jungian analyst in Mill Valley,

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California, and author of Artemis: The Indomitable Spirit in Everywoman, has been advocating since 2002 for a United Nations Fifth World Conference on Women (5WCW). “Empowered and equal women are the key to peace and sustainability. We need to rise up together and fulfill the Dalai Lama’s words at the Vancouver Peace Summit: ‘It will be up to Western women to bring about peace.’”

Bolen’s 5WCW vision joins millennial women worldwide now entering their era of activism with the feminist movement spearheaded by a boomer generation of women that’s forwarded the equality and empowerment of women this far. To this end, she marched in Washington, D.C., on January 21 in the Million Women’s March that globally attracted 5 million participants. “To make human rights women’s rights, we need a united global women’s movement,” she states.

Sande Hart, from Orange County, California, director of the Charter for Compassion International-Women and Girls sector and president of the women’s global interfaith organization Spiritual and Religious Alliance for Hope (SARAH), participated in the Los Angeles Women’s March with 750,000 others. “There’s a sense that we’ve had enough. We’re not angry. We are morally outraged and seeking peaceful solutions wrapped in compassion and based in justice for all. In nearly 15 years of women’s community building, I’m convinced that healing our communities with resilience and a regenerative spirit is our biological and innate imperative. I see women emerging in unprecedented ways to make this happen,” says Hart.

The Rising Women Rising World organization provides tools and training to help women and men develop feminine wisdom and the qualities of potent compassion, deep listening, intuition and inclusivity. Hazel Henderson, an evolutionary economist in St. Augustine, Florida, host of the Ethical Markets online TV show and researcher of The Love Economy shared in her book The Politics of the Solar Age: Alternatives to Economics, has mentored staff members of Rising Women Rising

Women Rising Resources Tinyurl.com/ WomensHeartToLeadFilm Vimeo.com/ondemand/ AsSheIs World. Henderson contends that to shape a future for the good of all, we must bring into balance the masculine and feminine energies and learn to value the long-marginalized qualities of feminine wisdom.

Henderson’s Love Economy paradigm reflects the sharing and caring sector not presently reflected in the nation’s gross domestic product. “Women’s unpaid work—raising children, taking care of households, serving on school boards, volunteering, caring for aging parents, etc.—constitutes 50 percent of all production in the U.S. and 70 percent of that in developing countries. This unvalued economic sector underlies and supports the public and private parts of the entire economy,” advises Henderson, who observes that competition cannot be the sole basis for an economy with any expectation of high quality of life on a small planet.

In her film, As She Is, producer and director Megan McFeely, of Marin County, California, captures her own journey to understand the collective potential of the feminine and how to live true to its innate knowing. She queries: “Can you imagine what might happen if women here and around the world rose up together and used our power of longing to heal the Earth?”

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The Number One Cause of Hypothyroidism in the U.S.

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hyroid disorders impact millions of people around the world.

Millions more are undiagnosed, going years not knowing why they have symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, depression, anxiety, hair falling out or digestive problems. The number one cause of low thyroid or hypothyroid in the United States is something called Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, or autoimmune thyroid. Also called Hashimoto’s disease, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease, a disorder in which the immune system turns against the body’s own tissues. In the case of Hashimoto’s, the immune system attacks the thyroid.

The thyroid controls our body’s metabolism—all of it. When the immune system is attacking the thyroid, it is essentially killing it, leaving one with abnormal thyroid function. This creates a need to take a thyroid replacement hormone. Unfortunately, thyroid hormones do nothing to address the autoimmune attack—other strategies must be con-

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sidered in order to heal the immune system. After all, the problem isn’t just the thyroid; it’s the immune system.

There are two parts to our immune system—TH1 and TH2—and they should be in balance, kind of like a teeter-totter effect. One should not be higher than the other. If our immune system goes out of balance because of stress (physical, chemical or emotional), one system (TH1 or TH2) will become dominant and this will cause the immune system to attack the body.

Specific blood tests can be run to determine if we are autoimmune and if one part of our immune system is dominant.

The problem with an autoimmune condition is it just doesn’t attack one area of the body; it can attack other areas, as well. For example, it can attack the pancreas, causing diabetes; it can attack the gut, causing irritable bowel syndrome; or it can attack the joints, leading to rheumatoid arthritis. It’s important to be tested for an autoimmune condition to deter-

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How to Know if you are Autoimmune How do you know if you’re autoimmune? How do you know if your immune system is attacking your body?

As mentioned, blood tests can be performed, including those that can specifically determine if a person has an autoimmune thyroid. Immune panels can also be performed.

The reality is, most people already know they’re autoimmune because they may already suffer from an autoimmune disorder, such as psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, Sjogren’s syndrome, scleroderma and/or lupus.

Another way that people will know if they’re autoimmune is that their symptoms may wax and wane. Symptoms that increase and decrease like this can be a sure sign that one is most likely suffering from an autoimmune condition.

Other indications include if a person has been to 15 to 20 different doctors and has a stack of medical records skyhigh, it’s likely an undiagnosed autoimmune condition. One can also develop following a pregnancy. Usually, women are TH2 dominant in the third trimester and TH1 dominant postpartum.

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The Joys of Grandparenting How to Mindfully Love Little Ones

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eing a grandparent can be magical; an opportunity to create both lifelong memories and formative experiences for grandchildren. However, it can also pose challenges that need to be managed mindfully, say experts.

For more than 25 years, Patricia Salem, of Louisville, Kentucky, a licensed and board-certified art therapist, has taught mindfulness practices and art therapy in such diverse settings as hospitals and schools. Aiming to help kids and adults learn to harmoniously ease life’s challenges, her work across generations has led her to seek ways to support entire family systems on their individual and familial journey to more mindful living. Her classes focus on skills like cultivating awareness, communication, self-compassion and self-care.

“Teaching mindfulness and stress reduction to children is a start; however, teaching parents and grandparents is important, too. Children need reinforcement at home for practices they are learning in order for them to take hold,” says Salem.

Carolyn Tucker, a psychotherapist in Atlanta, started offering classes on mindful grandparenting six years ago after witnessing a rise in grandparents seeking therapy. “In working with new

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mothers, I’ve found that a common area of friction is too little or too much support from grandparents. I thought it wise to help prepare them,” says Tucker.

She helps grandparents develop realistic expectations of their role. “It’s easy to revert to what you know—the parenting role—so it’s important to set mindful intentions,” she observes.

Tucker encourages grandparents to make mindful memories during time spent with the grandchildren. “You can find joy by being still and marveling at a grandchild’s beautiful little hands and dimpled knees while registering how the air in the room feels to create a vivid mental snapshot of the moment.

“Parents and kids can become too busy, and grandparents can help them slow down. Lie on the grass together and look at cloud shapes or blow a dandelion. To me, that is the romance of grandparenting, and mindfulness allows the romance to blossom,” she says.

Susan Moon, a Berkeley, California, author and grandmother who has practiced Zen Buddhism for nearly 40 years, sees grandparenting as an opportunity to release expectations; this feat can be difficult for parents caught up in their youngsters’ identities.

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grandkids for who they are and just be joyful with them. They get to be in the moment with the kids without worrying about the day-to-day details of caregiving that can consume parents.”

She explores such ideas in her book This is Getting Old: Zen Thoughts on Aging with Humor and Dignity.

Being past their working years, grandparents are often more accepting and peaceful themselves, which can be inspiring for younger generations, adds Salem. For Moon, it’s vital to be mindful of the image of aging that’s projected; “I try to model that old age isn’t tragic, and show the joy in this stage of life,” she says.

Yet grandparents also should be mindful of any physical limitations and set boundaries with grandkids as needed. “It’s okay to say, ‘I can’t hang on the jungle gym with you,’ and suggest an alternative,” says Moon.

Good relationships with the grandkids begin with maintaining open relationships with their parents, experts note. To do this, consistently engage in compassionate listening. “It can be tempting for grandparents that know what may have worked in raising their own children to react or jump in, but it’s important to avoid giving unsolicited advice,” Salem cautions.

At the same time, grandparents can notice aspects a harried parent may miss and, if handled carefully, can provide important insights. “I was known as the ‘fairy mom’, offering magic, art and imagination. I was grateful my own mother was there, too, because one child needed more structure and stability than I was providing,” says Tucker, a mother of four. “She gave me mindful feedback without making me feel like she was trying to usurp my role.”

Moon suggests practicing “right speech”—messages that are positive, affirming and loving—with everyone.

“It’s important to be humble and recognize the huge job of parents and all they juggle. Let them know that you are there to support them in whatever way you can.”

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Conscious Grandparenting Create new memories, but also share old stories. “Kids want to hear about how their parents were as children, and it gives them a sense of history,” advises author Susan Moon.

Be open to learning new technology to communicate across the generational divide. “While grandparents learn about the world of social media from their grandchildren, they can also encourage them to cut back on checking their cell phones in favor of interpersonal activities,” says art therapist Patricia Salem.

When visiting grandkids, especially if they live in different cities, “Always have some ‘grandma magic’ up your sleeve—like games, puzzles or craft projects that can be collaborated on—to maximize precious time together,” suggests Moon.

Invite grandchildren to try out meditation or breathing techniques practiced by their elders. “It can help lessen the stresses they encounter in school and at home,” says Salem.

“Be careful to foster cooperation rather than competition in any shifting relationship with a child-turned-parent,” advises psychotherapist Carolyn Tucker. Otherwise, it can create chaos, undermine a parent’s confidence and strain relationships.

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MASTERING SELF-DEFENSE Staying Aware Avoids Problems

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began my personal training in the Non-Violent System (NVS) of self-defense with Grandmaster Verkerke in 1996,” says Eddie Rose, senior instructor of NVS Peace in the Midst of Non-Violence at Shangri-La

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Springs, in Bonita Springs, Florida.

This aspect of the martial art form seicho jutsu was created by Canadian Daniel Verkerke, Ph.D., as a simple self-defense system to teach and perpetuate nonviolence; he contin-

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Nonviolent self-defense is akin to the dynamics of bullfighting. “The matador never matches his strength with the enormous animal; rather, he redirects the energy of the bull with simple and precise movements— counterbalancing—and letting the bull’s energy move past him,” explains Rose. He’s trained everyday people of all ages and walks of life in this approach, in the U.S., UK, Puerto Rico and Jamaica.

“As they train, students begin to feel more secure wherever they go, because they are learning how to be safe even in the midst of physical confrontation,” says Rose. “They wind up feeling more empowered as they learn how to neutralize aggression simply and effectively.”

Practicing NVS increases balance, coordination, overall flexibility and joint mobility. Its soft, circular, martial arts movements, combined with slow-to-fast linear movements, also enhance cardiovascular health.

“Mental and spiritual training includes the awareness and development of a state of being conscious of energy and mind. Everyone’s actions and reactions directly reflect the development of their mind,” says Rose.

Another nonviolent form of selfdefense is Shaolin five animal kung fu, a martial arts style that mimics the characteristics of five animals—the tiger, leopard, snake, crane and dragon.

Instructor Lloyd Fridenburg owns Fitness with a Purpose, in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, where he emphasizes the awareness and avoidance concept as the psychological heart of nonviolent self-defense.

Fridenburg, founder and senior instructor of the Waterloo Kung Fu Academy, explains, “The concept emphasizes being constantly aware of your surroundings while avoiding obvious areas of potential danger.” He also stresses the importance of proper body language—being able to read that of others, as well as how to diffuse confrontation upfront in how we present ourself.

then redirect it.” It’s a profound lesson in interpersonal communication.

“My students report stronger immune systems, greater clarity of mind, better sleep, less anxiety and depression, and greater emotional stability,” says Nitzkin. “Practitioners become much more sensitive to and conscious of the internal condition of their bodies, and even develop the ability to feel bioelectric fields.”

Whichever form of nonviolent self-defense suits us, experts advise that students study with a certified and experienced instructor for optimum results and safe practice.

Aimee Hughes, a freelance writer in Kansas City, MO, is a doctor of naturopathy and senior staff writer for Longevity Times online. Connect at Aimee@LongevityTimes.com.

“Martial arts are a two-sided coin,” he says. “There’s the martial aspect, which involves techniques that allow a person to defend him- or herself in a wide range of situations.

Then there’s the art aspect, which encompasses a deeper study, encompassing forms of movement and mental, philosophical and meditative techniques.”

“Overall health benefits are no different than one might expect of any disciplined fitness regimen,” notes Fridenburg. “However, the nature of a quality martial arts program forces practitioners to focus their entire attention on what they are doing. The mere act of staying grounded in the present moment dramatically reduces stress and sets martial arts practices apart from many other forms of movement.”

Tai chi, an ancient, softer style of Chinese martial art, leverages relaxation, posture and energy work, rather than muscular tension. As a Taoist art, it embodies the way nature works, using minimal effort to accomplish a lot.

“Demonstrating tai chi as a form of nonviolent self-defense is much easier than describing it,” says Aaron D. Nitzkin, Ph.D., of New Orleans, a Tulane University professor, tai chi master and certified medical qigong instructor. “If someone attacks, you don’t resist; you can use tai chi principles to yield to their movements with a natural, circular, continuous motion, turning their own force against them. When you move aggressively against a master, it feels like you’ve just bounced off them and fallen down. In order to win at tai chi fighting, you need to remain completely calm and centered and most of all, listen to your opponent’s energy with your hands, so that you can yield to it and natural awakenings

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ome of the best plants to keep as summer companions are herbs that enrich life with their flavors, fragrances and beauty. It’s not too late to pot up a few herbs or plant them in the garden if we choose varieties that thrive in hot, summer weather.

Reliable Basils

“I place basil as the number one herb in popularity, as well as heat tolerance,” says Cristina Spindler, owner of the Peconic River Herb Farm, in Calverton, New York. “Basil actually prefers heat.”

There are many types, and greenleafed culinary varieties are easy to grow through the summer, provided they’re not allowed to dry out. Two particularly heat-hardy types are purpleleafed varieties such as red rubin and African blue, which debuted in 1983.

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“The flowering tops are usable as herbs and as beautiful cut flowers, so don’t toss them away.”

“African blue basil flourishes in summer heat and is an especially beneficial nectar plant for bees and other pollinators,” says Traci Anderson, who has been running Seminole Springs Herb Farm, in Eustis, Florida, in their family for more than 20 years. Vigorous and heavy-flowering, it can grow to over three feet tall, and usually persists as a perennial in Florida, Texas and other mild winter climates.

Mediterranean Flavors

Rosemary is the most adaptable and heat tolerant of Mediterranean herbs; it can be grown as a perennial where soil doesn’t freeze hard in winter.

“My top herb garden choice for the hot, humid

conditions in the South is Tuscan blue rosemary, because it is beautiful, easy to grow and is wonderful in all kinds of foods and products,” Kessler says. “It blooms in several seasons and provides bees with off-season food.”

Thyme is a top cooking herb, although too much summer rain can lead to mildew and leaf blight. This rarely happens with Summer savory, which has a punchy flavor that Spindler describes as “a peppery cross between oregano and thyme that’s perfect on all of the classic summer veggies—squash, green beans, tomatoes and corn.”

Kessler recommends oregano as part of our summer planting list. “Let your kids or grandkids have the experience of putting it in the pasta sauce. It’s easy to grow in a small herb garden and will last through the winter in most parts of the South.”

An unrelated tropical plant from Africa with strong oregano flavor, the leaves of variegated Cuban oregano are pretty enough to grow alongside flowers, and the plants thrive in humid heat. Cuban oregano readily grows through hot summers, and the plants produce more leaves each time leaf tips are harvested.

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In Central Florida, Anderson recommends culantro, aka Mexican coriander, as a summer herb different from the better-known cilantro. “Culantro equals the flavor of cilantro, but with no bitter or medicinal aftertaste.” A great longterm performer, it continues producing flavorful new leaves even after the plant starts blooming.

Anderson also suggests growing West Indian lemongrass for its fragrant leaves and thick stalks. A vigorous, clump-forming grass, lemongrass can be grown in containers anywhere or served as an edible ornamental in landscapes where summers are hot.

“Lemongrass enjoys a sunny and moist environment, so it benefits from being near an air conditioner drain or downspout,” she advises.

Growing Tips

Herbs always need watering in hot weather, and pouring from a watering can at the base is far better than bathing the leaves with a hose. Should containers become so dry that they refuse to take up water, place them in a broad dish or pail filled with three inches of water for 30 minutes to rehydrate the roots. Always grow herbs in pots with large drainage holes, so excess water can drain quickly.

Make a habit of pinching off a

few herbal leaves, crushing them between the fingers and inhaling their fresh aromas. For maximum benefit, repeat daily.

Author Barbara Pleasant’s new book, Homegrown Pantry: A Gardener’s Guide to Selecting the Best Varieties & Planting the Perfect Amounts for What You Want to Eat Year Round, is now available (Storey Publishing). Connect at BarbaraPleasant.com.

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hen dietary concerns, food sensitivities or curiosity prompt us to try alternative milks, it helps to know the basic facts about the leading types, to choose the best ones for us.

Almond Milk

Pro: Almond milk is low in fat and can be easily made at home, so ingredients are known. One cup of homemade almond milk has about 40 calories, one gram of protein, 6 percent of the daily value (DV) for calcium, three grams of fat and eight grams of carbohydrates. As for storebought options, one cup of Silk Organic Almond Original contains 60 calories, with one gram of protein, 10 percent DV for calcium, two-and-a-half grams of fat and eight grams of carbohydrates.

Con: Almond milk is neither high in protein nor calcium; it’s not as nutritionally packed as other alternatives. Some might not care for the faint nutty flavor.

Coconut Milk

Pro: Dr. Josh Axe, a functional medicine physician who owns the popular natural health website, DrAxe.com, and the Exodus Health Center, near Nashville, Tennessee, points out, “High in mediumchain triglycerides, coconut milk is a very filling, fat-burning food.” One cup of homemade coconut milk has about 48

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450 calories, six grams of protein and 64 grams of fat, plus trace minerals such as manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, iron and copper. Canned coconut milk is similar: one cup of Native Forest Unsweetened Coconut Milk Classic contains 420 calories, three grams of protein and 45 grams of fat, plus trace minerals such as manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, iron and copper in each cup.

Con: High in fat and calories, coconut milk may not be the best choice for drinking every day, but is delicious in Asian-style soups and curries.

Hemp Milk

Pro: Hemp milk, made from hulled hemp seeds, contains 10 essential amino acids, including key fats. “Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are vital for healthy functioning of the brain,” says Axe. Hemp milk works well for people with tree nut allergies.

One cup of Pacific Hemp Original has 140 calories, three grams of protein, 50 percent DV for calcium, five grams of fat and 20 grams of carbohydrates. Living Harvest Tempt Hemp Milk has 80 calories per cup, two grams of protein, 30 percent DV for calcium, eight grams of fat and one gram of carbohydrates.

Con: Grassy-tasting hemp milk tends to separate in hot coffee.

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Pro: High in vitamins and calcium when fortified, rice milk made from brown rice is also high in vitamins.

According to Ted Kallmyer, author of Flexible Dieting, in Bend, Oregon, rice milk is the least likely alternative milk to trigger an allergy.

One cup of Pacific Rice Milk has 130 calories, one gram of protein, 30 percent DV for calcium, two grams of fat and 37 grams of carbohydrates. One cup of Rice Dream Organic Rice Drink has 120 calories, one gram of protein, 30 percent DV for calcium, 2.5 grams of fat and 23 grams of carbohydrates.

Con: Low in fat and protein, it’s also relatively high in carbohydrates.

It has a less creamy texture than hemp, coconut or soy milks.

Soy Milk

Pro: Soy milk provides more protein than other alternative milks. Look for a calcium-fortified, organic brand that doesn’t contain the thickening agent carrageenan, suggests Dr. Andrew Weil, founding director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, in Tucson.

Different brands have different nutritional components. For example, one cup of Organic Valley Soy Original has 100 calories per cup, with seven grams of protein, 30 percent DV for calcium, three grams of fat and 11 grams of carbohydrates. One cup of Organic EdenSoy Extra Original Soymilk contains 130 calories, with 11 grams of protein, 20 percent DV for calcium, four grams of fat and 13 grams of carbohydrates.

Con: Some people might not like the thick texture and soy aftertaste. Dr. Frank Lipman, founder and director of Eleven Eleven Wellness Center, in New York City, says that limiting soy is a good idea due to soy’s prevalent pesticide saturation and its researched links to thyroid, endocrine system and sex hormone dysfunction (Tinyurl.com/SoyDarksideStudies). If soy is eaten, “Choose certified organic, soy products—preferably fermented versions like miso, natto and tempeh—with the Non-GMO Project seal; and do so sparingly, no more than twice a week,” advises Lipman.

Judith Fertig writes food health articles and cookbooks from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

DIY Milks

With fresh ingredients, a high-speed blender and a reusable nut milk bag or strainer, we can make our own alternative milk in minutes at home.

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Almond Milk

Yields: About 4 cups 1 cup raw, unsalted organic whole almonds ½ tsp sea salt 4 cups pure filtered water Sea salt, stevia, agave nectar, honey, a date, vanilla bean or lemon juice

Soak the almonds in salted water for at least 12 hours before blending.

Using a high-powered blender, start blending on low and increase to high to reach a smooth milk consistency.

Strain through a nut milk bag to remove any almond skin or pieces.

Optional: Add a preferred flavoring.

Pour into a container and store covered in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Coconut Milk Yields: About 3 cups 2 cups hot water 1 cup fresh organic, unsweetened, shredded coconut Place hot water, and then shredded coconut, in a high-speed blender, starting on low speed and increasing to high for a total of three minutes.

Strain the coconut milk through a nut milk bag into a container.

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Store covered in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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DECODING DOG BODY TALK Three Signals of Anxiety

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amily dogs frequently accompany us on errands and outings away from their familiar home environment and we want them to enjoy these expeditions, so understanding their view of the world is important.

To a dog, every experience is either familiar or unfamiliar. The first time they encounter a new sound, place or person, they may feel anxious. We can help with the adjustment by introducing them slowly to each new experience and step aside to provide them distance or space to observe it first at their own pace.

Knowing the “tells” that signal when a dog is comfortable or uncomfortable goes a long way to a harmonious experience. Allison Culver, assistant director of The Lightfoot Way holistic animal learning center, in Houston, remarks, “Knowing how to communicate with your animal can save a lot of heartache.” With a bit of applied attention, we can readily learn to understand

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the changes in canine body posture and behavior that communicate their emotional state.

Start by observing the dog’s posture when they are relaxed at home. It’s likely that their weight is balanced on all four legs and their mouth is slightly open; movement is relaxed, loose and agile.

When a dog feels happy or playful, notice how their ears may perk up or tilt slightly forward. Their tail might rise and wag, and they may emit a cheerful bark. Using their visual and audio demeanor as a baseline prepares us to be alert for three secret tells that signal a change in their emotion.

Closing their mouth routinely occurs when a dog is unsure or anxious.

When their mouth remains closed for a minute or more, it’s a sure clue that they need more time to process information.

Lip licking such as quick flicks of the tongue is meant to appease and

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may prevent an uncomfortable situation from escalating into anything resembling a confrontation. Dogs do it with each other and with us, too.

A look away that avoids direct eye contact likewise signals that a dog is urgently processing their current environment.

Norwegian dog trainer Turid Rugaas, author of On Talking Terms with Dogs: Calming Signals, identifies the lip licking and averting of the eyes as selfcalming behaviors. She affirms, “When dogs are stressed by the environment, they start using calming signals to ease the stress.”

When this happens, first try creating more space or distance between the dog and any perceived threat; this may return them to their body language norm. If not, consider using holistic calming aids like a properly mixed lavender essential oil spray or Bach Rescue Remedy Pet flower essences, keeping these well away from their face.

Also try mentally engaging the dog with learned cues. A quick game of sit, down, sit plus high-five allows them to engage in a familiar activity while they adjust to a new environment.

If the pet does not respond to normal cues and continues to display multiple stress signals for an extended period, leave the scene altogether.

Their anxiety hasn’t been relieved. If it’s still important that the dog learns to enjoy the troubling environment, work with a professional trainer that uses positive reinforcement tools to aid the transition (see PetProfessionalGuild. com or apdt.com). The trainer will assist in creating a plan that allows the pet to adjust at a pace that allows them to remain comfortable.

By observing a dog’s posture, we can be confident of choosing mutually good outings.

Susan Briggs, of Houston, TX, is co-author of Off-Leash Dog Play: A Complete Guide to Safety & Fun, co-founder of The Dog Gurus and owner of Crystal Canine (CrystalCanine.com).

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You can Heal your Life: FREE INTRO May 3, 3:30-4:30pm OR 7-8pm Meet facilitator Alyssa Martin, Life Coach and Heal your Life facilitator. She describes the upcoming series of Heal your Life classes that relate to the body/mind connection, and how your mindset can affect physical and emotional health. In this series, you are introduced to techniques that help bring your body/mind into a state of well-being. FREE. Heal Your Life: Three-Week Experiential May 17, 24, May 31. 2:30-4:30 pm OR 7-9pm A transformational workshop based on Louise Hay’s You Can Heal Your Life. Learn practices that help create a healthy body/mind. Discover beliefs that limit your success in business, financial abundance, intimate relationships, spiritual growth.

Understand how your subconscious mind limits the life you desire. Release negative emotions that block you from health and joy. Work with body, mind, emotions, and Spirit to heal yourself. Your life can be transformed and no longer bound by old beliefs and past experiences. Text: You can Heal your Life by Louise Hay. Facilitated by Alyssa Martin, Life Coach, Certified Heal Your Life ® workshop instructor. $90/ first 3 sessions. Option available to register for 3 additional sessions to complete entire series.

Spiritual Mysteries: Interfaith Experiential 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm Study group includes discussion, meditation, angelic guides. Sample of topics: Christ consciousness, changing expression of genes, divine mystery in marriage bed, alchemy, attachment vs detachment, soul illumination, balancing feminine and masculine, spiritual initiation, re-writing Akashic Records, exploring your Real Self, substance of Universe...

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 10 FREE: Be Happy with Effortless Meditation™ - Greg Schweitzer. This physician recommended meditation technique heals the brain. Gain relief from stress, high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, sleep, fatigue, weight problems, brain fog and more.

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FRIDAY, MAY 12 Salts & Scrubs – Students learn about different varieties of salts, oils and additives to make the best body scrub and bath salts. Each student will make and take home a custom jar of bath salts and a body scrub. 6pm. Approx. 90 min. $25. Pocono Soap, 10 N 7th Street Stroudsburg. Register at 570-421-1791

SATURDAY, MAY 13 Find the Nexus of Symptoms and Real Causes – Dr. Maulfair has been improving the health of his patients for over forty years utilizing non-invasive medical modalities. He alleviates many common ailments of aging and tough medical conditions that appear chronic. From heart disease to cancer to digestive disease to hormonal problems, this workshop is for everyone. 10am-1pm. Maulfair Medical Center, 2970 Corporate Court, Orefield.

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Intro to Body Sprays – Students learn how to formulate a strong aromatherapy body spray, hints and tips as well as recipe will be given. Each student will create and take home a custom spray that day. 11am.

Approx.30 min. $15. Pocono Soap, 10 N 7th Street Stroudsburg. Register at 570-421-1791.

Bath Bombs – A short workshop where students learn how to mix ingredients and oils to create fun and popular bath bombs. Students take home their creations that day. 2pm. $15. All supplies included.

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THURSDAY, MAY 18 Advanced Soapmaking – An advanced class for people with soap making experience who want to advance their understanding of natural soap. Ages 16+ only. 6pm. $45/ person all supplies included. Pocono Soap, 10 N 7th Street Stroudsburg. Register at 570-421-1791

FRIDAY, MAY 19 Nutritional Live Blood Analysis – A unique method of examining a droplet of blood to reveal information on the general wellness and nutritional needs of the individual. Includes a 20-30 minute consultation are performed by Gwen Ward N.D. $80. Health Habits Natural Food Store on RT 873 in Schencksville Call 610-767-3100 to schedule

SATURDAY, MAY 20 15 Annual Spring Spiritual Holistic Expo – The Expo that opened another door. 170 quality vendors at one of the largest events of its kind on the East Coast.

Holistic speakers all day. 10am-6pm. $8. Agri-Plex Center, 1725 Chew Street, Allentown. 610-791-2641. th

Hope Hill Lavender Farm Open House – Enjoy a visit to our lavender farm and new lavender farm store. Our farm store will contain our lavender plants available for sale, our quality lavender products, and other unique items. 10am-3pm. Free. 2375 Panther Valley Road, Pottsville. 570-617-0851.

Angel Workshops – We can call on angels for so many things that will not only benefit our own lives, but the world as well. Amy Musser presents 3rd Saturday of each month. Short meditation and learning.

Please bring a notebook and pen. 3-4:30pm. Cost $15. RSVP by April 10. Sacred Space, 45 W. Water Street, Hellertown. 484-554-6299.

SUNDAY, MAY 21 Cold Pressed Soap Making 101 – Learn to make your own natural soaps. Take home a 1lb loaf form your family. 2pm. Ages 16+ unless adult supervised. $35 must be paid in advance. All supplies included.

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Quiet the Mind Group Meditation - Not sure how to meditate? Do you keep promising yourself that you’ll take the time to learn? Now you can! Learn simple techniques in a peaceful atmosphere. Quiet meditation from 10:45-11am, then crystal singing bowls as you meditate from 11-11:30am. $10 donation. Kindred Spirits Books & Gifts, 66 W. Water Street, Hellertown. 610-838-5463.

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Hope Hill Lavender Farm Open House – Enjoy a visit to our lavender farm and new lavender farm store. Our farm store will contain our lavender plants available for sale, our quality lavender products, and other unique items. Free. 10am to 3pm.

2375 Panther Valley Road, Pottsville. 570-617-0851.

Breast, Thyroid & Full-Body Thermographic Diagnostic Imaging – Dr. Getson. This is a safe, non-radiologic, and pain free state-of-the-art, FDA approved technology that detects changes at the cellular level in early stages of some diseases, Call 856.596.5834 for appointment at Dallas Wellness Center, 4048 Freemansburg Ave, Easton.

TUESDAY, MAY 23 Free Demo, Power Assisted Exercise – Multimaster Pilates Table & Extraordinary Training - Betsy Wetzig. Work smarter not harder, for multiple levels of fitness or rehabilitation. It “easily magnifies” strengthening, weight loss, toning, posture, agility, balance and more. 7-8 pm, Twin Ponds Health Center, Pre-register 610-395-3355

FREE: Be Happy with Effortless Meditation™ - Greg Schweitzer. This physician recommended meditation technique heals the brain. Gain relief from stress, high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, sleep, fatigue, weight problems, brain fog and more. 9:00 – 10:30 am, Twin Ponds Center, West LV, Pre-register 610.670.6700

SUNDAY, MAY 28 Freedom Flow – A 12-step drumming and rhythm circle that will focus on the step of the month. Join us the 4th Sunday of each month from 1-2pm as we bang the drums, shake the rattles, and raise the vibrations. No experience necessary. All those in any 12-step program are welcome to attend. $5 donation. Sacred Space, 45 W. Water Street, Hellertown.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 24 FREE: Be Happy with Effortless Meditation™ - Greg Schweitzer. This physician recommended meditation technique heals the brain. Gain relief from stress, high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, sleep, fatigue, weight problems, brain fog and more.

7:30 – 9:00 pm. FREE, Twin Ponds Center, West LV, Pre-register 610.670.6700 Free Holistic Breast Health Webinar – TDI present Jennifer Capozzi a Plant Medicine Practitioner, Plant-Based Chef, Herbalist and owner of Barlume Apothecary in Philadelphia. Jen will be discussing breast health and lymphatic support utilizing plant medicine and whole foods. 7pm. For more info or to register, 856-596-5834 or tdinj.com “Webinars & Events.”

FRIDAY, MAY 26 Lip Balms & Lip Scrubs Class – Learn about the different oils and additives used to make different lip balms. Each participant will take two identical custom lip balms home. 6pm. $15 must be paid in advance. All supplies included. Pocono Soap, 10 N 7th Street Stroudsburg. Register at 570-421-1791

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Speak directly with Richie Mitchell, owner of Bear Creek Organics and attend his presentation about edible landscape design and installation.

Stonehedge Gardens, 51 Dairy Rd., Tamaqua, PA 18252. 570-582-0615

Lotion Bars & Healing Salves – A beginner workshop where students learn how to make salves using both herbs and essential oils. Students will also make a lotion bar, the super popular solid moisturizer. A perfect class to learn homemade body care. 6pm. $25. Pocono Soap, 10 N 7th Street Stroudsburg. Register at 570-421-1791

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Tour of Columcille – 2.5-hour walking tour of a beautiful, wooded 17-acre megalithic standing stone park. Tour guide, Tom Egan, an Irish Historian and Irish mythology storyteller, offers pre-Christian Celtic interpretations of the park’s many stone monuments and structures. 9:30am-noon, rain or shine. 3155 Fox Gap Road, Bangor. 610-360-1701.

Level 1 Yoga - This beginner friendly class teaches proper posture alignment. It is designed to strengthen the body, enhance flexibility, increase energy and create a sense of balance for the participant. 9-10:15.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 6 Overcoming Depression – A free information session on Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (dTMS), a holistic, non-invasive, FDA-cleared option to treat depressive symptoms. Learn how dTMS works and who can be treated. Hear patient testimonials. Refreshments. 6pm. New Vitae Wellness and Recovery, 16 South Main Street, Quakertown.

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Sunday Services – Metaphysical and non-denominational. Rev. Lloyd Moll, Pastor - Unique Sunday services 10:30am. All welcome! St. John’s Church of Faith, 607 Washington St Allentown. 610-776-7211

Yogafit® - A flow yoga class for strength, posture, flexibility and balance. Emphasis is placed on awareness, breath and balance of the nervous system. Open to all levels. 6:15-7:15pm, Allentown YMCA & YWCA, 425 S. 15th St. Allentown. Call 610-434-9333 Ext. 313.

Quiet the Mind Group Meditation – New to meditation? Learn several simple techniques to quiet your mind and relax your body. 10:45-11am.

From 11-11:30am, enjoy crystal singing bowls as you meditate. $5 donation. Kindred Spirits Books & Gifts, 66 W. Water Street, Hellertown. 610-838-5463 12-Step Recovery Rhythms - Exploring the themes of recovery within the dynamics of group rhythm making. 4th Sunday of the month. 1-2pm. Just bring an open Mind, Heart & Spirit! $5 donation.

All are welcome! Sacred Space, 45 W. Water St., Hellertown. 610-737-1288.

monday QiGong/Tai Chi − Reduce stress, lower blood pressure, improve balance, and increase energy. Includes visual meditation, balance exercises, followed by energy form. 11am. Also offered Wednesdays at noon. $96/8 classes, Silver Sneakers/Flex Accepted, Twin Ponds Center, Pre-register 610-762-2702 Reflexology Q and A – Stop by our clinic from 11am to 3pm and let us review your health concerns with you. Medical Reflexology can help with many health concerns by exerting pressure to reflex areas encouraging improved instruction to every part of the body. 1701 Union Blvd, Allentown. 267-424-4549.

Feldenkrais® Method – Carol Siddiqi. Gentle movements with awareness allows you to observe how you move, notice tension, improve your coordination – helps prevent and overcome injuries and chronic pain and develops overall good health.

5:45pm, $75/6 classes, Twin Ponds Center, Preregister 610-618-0467.

Yoga: Kripalu, Level 1-2 – Carol Siddiqi. This class will help you perform daily activities pain free and with greater ease by developing deeper self-awareness using the basics of Kripalu Yoga

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Coping Meditation – For those who love someone with an addiction. Weekly sangha includes meditation, conversation, and sharing. Join others who share your pain, fear and hope in a spiritual community. 7:15pm. Trout Creek Healing Collective, 739 E. Emmaus Ave, Allentown. Nancyk404@gmail.com.

Grief Support Group – A free weekly grief support group and seminar, on Mondays at 6:30pm. Features video from Christian experts on grieving, and caring conversation with people who understand your thoughts and feelings, whether your loss is recent or long ago. St. John’s Lutheran Church of Mahoning, Lehighton. Call to register 570-386-9960.

Yoga/ Flow and Renew- With Mariela Powsang .This class will allow you to work on strength, flexibility and balance while flowing from one pose to another. We will move into deep stages of relaxation using restorative postures to finish your practice. All levels welcome.7:00pm-8:00pm. Yoga Cise 533 S West End Blvd, Quakertown. 267-718-6444.

Overcoming Depression – A free information session on Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (dTMS), a holistic, non-invasive, FDA-cleared option to treat depressive symptoms. Learn how dTMS works and who can be treated. Hear patient testimonials. Refreshments. 1st Tuesday of each month 6pm. New Vitae Wellness and Recovery, 16 South Main Street, Quakertown. RSVP to 215-5383403 ext. 314.

Encore – Cancer Support and Exercise Program. All female cancers may become part of this group. This national YWCA program has been in existence over 30 years at the Allentown YMCA & YWCA, 425 S. 15th St., Allentown. Call 610-434-9333 Ext. 313.

Talk About a Good Book – A spiritual book club meeting every 3rd Thursday share opinions and ideas with others about the book for each month. Light refreshments will be offered. 6-7:30pm. Donation for refreshments. Kindred Spirits Books & Gifts, 66 W. Water Street, Hellertown. 610-838-5463.

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Pain Relief Movement Training – Simple, easy exercises of Coordination Pattern™ Training helps release chronic pain and stress of knees, hips, back, neck and improve the way you function, both physically and mentally. 3-4 pm, $75/6 classes, Twin Ponds Center, Pre-register 610-398- 9652

Tai-chi – Often called a moving meditation and is a discipline that integrates mind, body, and spirit as you practice a series of slow moving exercises. Increases strength, and promotes calm by improving the flow of energy in the body. 11am. Intro class req. The Yoga Loft, 521 East Fourth St., Bethlehem 610-867-9642

Kindred Canvases – Creating fun for Everyone.

Family-friendly fun to expand your creative confidence. Learn step-by-step painting, and each person heads home with their own unique masterpiece. No exp req. 6:30pm. $30. Sacred Space, 45 W. Water St., Hellertown. 610-838-5463.

Therapeutic Yoga - For students with health or physical challenges. An educational, therapeutic focus toward bringing healing at every level through modified poses, meditation, and other modalities with a Professional Yoga Therapist. 6pm. Soulful Journeys, 131 S. Main St., Nazareth, 610-653-3971

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Yogafit® - a flow yoga class for strength, posture, flexibility and balance. Emphasis is placed on awareness, breath and balance of the nervous system. Open to all levels. 6:15-7:15pm, Allentown YMCA & YWCA, 425 S. 15th St. Allentown. Call 610-434-9333 Ext. 313.

Yoga Morning - Yoga postures to improve overall health including strength, flexibility, balance and better posture. Hold postures longer for relaxed muscles and rejuvenation. Open to all levels. 9:1510:15am, Allentown YMCA & YWCA, 425 S. 15th St., Allentown 610-434-9333 Ext. 313.

LV Lyme Support Group – Meets the first Wednesday of every month except July. Speakers, doctors, brochures and books. PA is #1 in reported cases so

we help to educate the public. Country Meadows Retirement Facility, Green Pond Road in Bethlehem Township. 7pm. Heidi Healy at 610-882-2253 or hnthealy@aol.com.

Beginners Yoga – A gentle intro focusing on clear and safe alignment in foundational poses, discovering how breath can ease stress, reduce pain and calm your mind, and on developing heightened awareness and mindfulness through the eight limbs of yoga. Soulful Journeys, 131 S. Main St., Nazareth, 610-653-3971

thursday Pain Relief Movement Training – Simple, easy exercises of Coordination Pattern™ Training helps release chronic pain and stress of knees, hips, back, neck and improve the way you function, both physically and mentally. 5:15-6:15 pm, $75/6 classes, Twin Ponds Center, Pre-register 610-398- 9652 QiGong/Tai Chi − Crystal Klein. Reduce stress, lower blood pressure, improve balance, and increase energy. Includes visual meditation, balance exercises, followed by energy form, 5:1 5- 6:15 pm, $96/8 classes, Silver Sneakers/Flex Accepted, Twin Ponds Center, Pre-register 610-762-2702 Yoga: Mid-morning Flow − Stretch, breathe, relax and roll with it during this flow class that targets specific areas of the body each week and reminds us to be in the moment. Great for beginner to intermediate. 9:30-10:45 am, $88/8 classes, Veterans $8, Twin Ponds Center, Pre-register 610-509-3677 Therapeutic Yoga - For students with health or physical challenges. An educational, therapeutic focus toward bringing healing at every level through modified poses, meditation, and other modalities with a Professional Yoga Therapist. 9:30am. Soulful Journeys, 131 S. Main St., Nazareth, 610-653-3971 Gentle Yoga - Perfect for students recovering from an injury, just starting back into a fitness or yoga routine. Building strength and flexibility slowly, and using restorative postures and breath work for healing and relaxation. 6-7. Blue Lotus Yoga @ Soulful Journeys, 131 S. Main St., Nazareth, 484-546-6803.

Monthly Peace Vigil – Second Thursday of every month, 4:30 to 5:30 pm (during the warmer months) at the south approach to the Hill-to-Hill Bridge, 3rd & Wyandotte St., South Bethlehem. Contact Vince Stravino 610-216-8103 for information.

Stress Relief Coaching Group – Join others in a group setting to manage stress with multiple holistic approaches. 9:15am or 5:15pm. $25 session. Creative Holistic Therapy, 3037 S. Pike Avenue (Rte 145) #105, Allentown. 610-282-0709 to register.

Qigong & Tai Chi – Qigong uses deep breathing and gentle movements to strengthen and circulate the life energy. Tai Chi helps prevent falls and improves balance. Focus is placed coordination and relaxation. Open to all levels. 10:30am, Allentown YMCA & YWCA, 425 S.15th St., Allentown, 610434-9333 x 313.

Vinyasa/Kundalini Yoga Fusion - All levels. Each class will work with elements of each tradition such as flowing asana, breath work, mantra, and meditation. Classes will balance mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of being. 9:30-11am. Soulful Journeys, 131 S. Main St., Nazareth, 610-653-3971

saturday Diverse Yoga – Appreciate diversity. Blue Lotus and Soulful Journeys Yoga teacher come to Nazareth Farmers Market. Our instructors have many different approaches to yoga. Come to multiple weeks to appreciate our diversity. First outdoor yoga class is free for new students! 484-546-6803 Yoga: Hatha, Yin & Therapeutic, Level 1-2, Adults – A blend of gentle stretching, chair and Yin Yoga, followed by extended relaxation. Ideal for de-stressing. Students gain strength and flexibility from restorative poses. For all levels. 8:30am, $88/8 classes, Vets $8. Twin Ponds Center, RSVP 484-554-4601.

Yoga: Hatha, Yin & Therapeutic, Kids & Family Class – Karen Klubertanz. A blend of creative play and relaxation. Light up your child’s face with joy! Great for building self-esteem, cooperation, focus, and trust. 10-11 a.m. $10/1 adult & 1 child; $3/ additional family member. Twin Ponds Center, Pre-register 484-554-4601 Level 1 Yoga - This beginner friendly class teaches proper posture alignment. It is designed to strengthen the body, enhance flexibility, increase energy and create a sense of balance for the participant. 9-10:15.

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Blue Lotus Yoga @ Soulful Journeys, 131 S. Main St., Nazareth, 484-546-6803 Ryoho Flow - Michele Slane, Reiki Master/Teacher, provides intuitive reiki energy sessions each Saturday from 9am to 2pm at Sacred Space, 45 W. Water St., Hellertown, PA. Call 610-737-1288 to schedule an appointment. Gift certificates available.

Angel Readings - Amy Musser, Angel Whisperer, offers angel readings by appointment only. She also provides spiritual guidance through the Wish Game, workshops, and one-on-one sessions. Sacred Space, 45 W. Water Street, Hellertown. Call 484-554-6299 to schedule your appointment. Gifts certificates available.

Card Readings - Willow-Duir Rosewood, HPS, brings 20 years of experience in spirituality and offers readings every 2nd and 4th Saturday 1-5pm by appointment. Walk-ins welcome during this time. Sacred Space, 45 W. Water Street, Hellertown.

Call 484-463-7673 to schedule. Gift certificates available.

Raja Yoga - Explore all of the benefits of yoga through postures, breath work, relaxation, meditation, and mantra. All levels welcome and prenatal friendly. 9-10:30am. Soulful Journeys, 131 S. Main St., Nazareth, 610-653-3971 LV Lupus Connection Support Group – A peer support group program offering education and wellness programs to lupus patients and their families.

4th Saturday of the month 11am-1pm except May, August & December call for details. Register at 610 533-9586 or jlross4@ptd.net. Good Shepherd Allentown

be a part of our latex paint recycling initiative

Habitat Lehigh Valley ReStore has developed a sustainable, flourishing, recycling program focused on benefiting our environment and local community.

The HLV ReStore accepts donations of reusable latex paint and recycles it into a new product called “rrecolor”. This new paint helps our continuous effort to raise funds for Habitat Lehigh Valley’s home building program and local families. Our recycling program gives Lehigh Valley residents a way to responsibly get rid of usable latex paint which, additionally, keeps paint out of our landfills and water sources. In turn, this program assists with the environmental success of our community’s future. Most importantly, the sale of this high quality, recycled latex paint at our ReStore, creates a future for the children of our community by helping families build strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter.

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friday Yoga for All – With Scott. Come together to celebrate life and to feel good. All levels and ages welcome. Donation. 5-6pm at Kim’s Healing Center, 1223 Butler St., Easton. 610-559-7280

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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email lvpublisher@naturalawakeningsmag.com to request our media kit.

AROMATHERAPY

ACUPUNCTURE BALANCED ACUPUNCTURE

Heather Shoup, L.Ac. 2299 Brodhead Rd., Suite A Bethlehem, PA 18020 610-393-7589 • BalancedAcupuncture.net

A patient centered wellness community, where treatment is individually tailored. Heather promotes health and wellness by creating balance in the body. Acupuncture specializing in anxiety, depression, digestive, and cancer support.

CLASSICAL 5 ELEMENT ACUPUNCTURE J.L.Collins M.Ac.,Lic.Ac.,NCCAOM Diplomat 2020 Downyflake Lane Allentown, PA 18103 610-442-0861

The Pulse Reveals the Treatment.

Relieve the pain and suffering whether mental, emotional, or physical by determining and treating the causative factor. Maintain the improvement with seasonal treatments. Worsley trained practitioner with 30 years clinical/diagnostic experience. Offering cancer treatment support. Helping you along the journey.

Accepting some insurances.

LIVING ARTS ACUPUNCTURE AND ORIENTAL MEDICINE Lisa Baas 2358 Sunshine Rd, Allentown, PA 18103 610-841-9300 Lic. # OM 000054 LivingArtsMedicine.com

Board certified and licensed Acupuncturist, Dietary and Lifestyle counseling, Chinese and Ayurvedic Herbs, Laser Acupuncture, Magnetic therapy (A.R.T.) Autonomic ResponseTesting for Detox and more. 20 years of holistic healing.

LIVEWELL INTEGRATED HEALTH LLC

Dr. Robert W. Livingston III, DC, L.Ac. Dr. Jennifer K. Bollinger, DC, L.Ac. 8026 Hamilton Blvd. • Trexlertown, PA 18087 610-395-5509 LiveWellIntegratedHealth.com

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YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS Marilyn York, Independent Distributor # 489656 1-877-436-2299, ext. 2 MarilynYork.VibrantScents.com

Young Living has specialized in growing, distilling, and selling therapeuticgrade,organic Essential Oils for 20 years. Over 130 therapeutic-grade essential oils, and essential-oil enhanced nutritional supplements & products. Visit my website for details. Income opportunities available. See ad page 45.

MARIE RUXTON THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Marie Ruxton CMT, CN 628 Chestnut St., Emmaus, PA 18049 610-965-2500

Marie is a certified massage therapist trained since 1997 in Advanced Myofascial Release Therapy, Therapeutic Massage, Reiki, Ear Candling, Homeopathy and Holistic Nutrition. Offers comprehensive custom bodywork for those wanting to overcome chronic pain and movement problems. Sessions range from a (2 hour) Head to Toe meltdown massage to “Just Neck and Head” massage for those needing stress relief. Gift certificates available. See ad page 39.

CHIROPRACTOR BIRTHING SERVICES TENDER EMPOWERMENT

Becka Bossons, C.Ht. 150 Mill St Easton PA 18042 484-373-9990 Becka@tenderempowerment.com Tenderempowerment.com

Hypnosis and Life Coaching for Moms and Moms-to-be. Becka Bossons is certified in hypnosis, HypnoCoaching, and Blissborn hypnosis for birth. Tender Empowerment currently offers private sessions and group sessions at the LINCS center in Wilson. Private sessions in your home can be arranged! Call today and see how hypnosis can help you be the YOU you were meant to be.

BODYWORK ANDREI KAZLOUSKI 188 Shiloh Court Whitehall, PA 18052 484.695.8265 si-RolfMethod.com

ROLF METHOD OF STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION - highly effective hands-on approach for improving posture, alleviating chronic pain, increasing energy level, and enhancing flexibility through restoring your body to its natural state of alignment. Enjoy moving freely again! Board Certified Structural Integrator CM and Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. See ad page 39.

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LIVEWELL INTEGRATED HEALTH LLC

Dr. Robert W. Livingston III, DC, L.Ac. Dr. Jennifer K. Bollinger, DC, L.Ac. 8026 Hamilton Blvd. • Trexlertown, PA 18087 610-395-5509 • LiveWellIntegratedHealth.com LiveWell Integrated Health offers traditional Chinese acupuncture, chiropractic, body work, and nutritional and lifestyle coaching. Being healthy is a lifestyle choice... choose to LiveWell. See ad page 17.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY HEALING HANDS MASSAGE THERAPY CENTER 518 Main Street, Bethlehem 610-882-4325 HealHands.com

Using an open system which is unique to the area.

This cleansing/ detoxification protocol clears the large intestine of accumulated toxins and undigested waste and dilutes the toxic load to the body’s eliminative organs (skin, lymph, lungs, kidneys and bowels). Reduce bloating, aid weight loss, increase nutrient absorption and increase energy levels. FDA approved for colonoscopy and endoscopy preparation. See ad page 35.

PATHWAYS HOLISTIC CENTER

4833 Chestnut Street • Emmaus, PA 18049 610-966-7001 healing@pathwaysholistic.com www.pathwaysholistic.com

Offering colon hydrotherapy (CHT) from compassionate practitioners also skilled in health coaching and total system healing. Also offering Holistic Nursing, Life Coaching, Massage & Raindrop Therapy.

Body Ecology Specialist. In addition to healing services, we also offer an array of organic nuts and seeds, sprouted flour, fermented foods, and prepared nutritional meals.

COUNSELING – HOLISTIC SUE FARLEY, MA, LPC, LLC

Licensed Professional Counselor Certified HeartMath® Practitioner Equine Assisted Psychotherapy 445 Marshall Street, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 908-510-3118 SueFarleyLPC.com

DENTISTRY - NATURAL COSMETIC AND NATURAL DENTISTRY

Ronak Balani, DDS 2600 Newburg Rd., Easton, PA 18045 610-252-1454 www.cndentistry.com

Rev. Lyn S. Felix, MSW, LCSW, CHT, RM 3037 S. Pike Ave. #105 • Allentown, PA 18103 610-282-0709 CreativeHolisticTherapy.com

A holistic counselor and coach, using hypnotherapy, chakra energy clearing, Reiki, mindfulness & more to help you shift from limited, fearbased thinking, believing, and behaving patterns into living from your magnificent essence. Experience joy as you resonate with higher vibrational frequencies in all aspects of your life. See ad page 21.

COUNSELING STRENGTHS-BASED ANNA A. GAITANOS M.ED., LPC, NCC

65 East Elizabeth Avenue, Suite 412 Bethlehem, PA 484-226-7187 4bethlehemtherapist.com

Identify resources you already have and get on the road to better wellbeing, increased resilience to daily stressors, and ultimately feeling more fulfilled at the end of each day. Free well-being workshops are offered for non-profit organizations and helping professionals. Please contact me for your free phone consultation.”

FUNERAL SERVICES

NICOS C. ELIAS FUNERAL HOME, INC

Nicos C. Elias, Supervisor Allentown, PA 610-433-2200 • EliasFuneralHome.com

We begin with a holistic approach to enhance your physical health and eliminate any compromise to the immune system. All services we offer are mercury-free, mercury-safe and fluoride-free. We can enhance your smile with everything from routine dental care to whitening and full cosmetic makeovers in a warm, cozy and caring atmosphere. See ad page 13.

Mr. Elias offers several different green and eco-friendly funeral plans using biodegradable caskets, preservation without chemicals, and earth friendly paper goods. A natural, back to the earth approach.

Biodegradable urns for those choosing cremation. Also offering assistance with home-based funerals.

NORTHSTAR DENTAL CARE

Marwan Bassil, DMD, 430 Nazareth Pike, Suite 2A Nazareth, PA 18064 610.365.5000 MyNazarethDentist.com

Providing a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry with expertise ranging from to inlays, onlays, root canals, crowns, bridges and clear braces. Dr. Bassil can correct a wide variety of so-called permanent cosmetic dental problems, and can literally redesign your smile.

Mercury-Free and Fluoride-Free.

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A holistic approach to counseling including mind, body and spirit.

Various techniques offered to help you move beyond limiting beliefs to create the life you desire. Learn the transformational power that is present by quieting the mind and accessing the intelligence of the heart through HeartMath®. Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, mindfulness and more.

Various groups, seminars and workshops offered.

SMART SOLUTIONS AND CREATIVE HOLISTIC THERAPY

ENERGETIC HEALING & LIFE COACHING

PLANTING WELLNESS

Brad Barnoski, CHHP Macungie, PA 717-503-8576 • info@BradBarnoski.com BradBarnoski.com

Certified Holistic Health Practitioner specializing in life transformation coaching and intuitive energy healing, utilizing modalities such as The Emotion Code and Access Consciousness®. Experience a dynamic and life-changing session and clear out lifetimes of self-limiting patterns and baggage that stop you from the ease and joy that is you.

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GREEN CEMETERY

GREEN MEADOWS AT FOUNTAIN HILL CEMETERY

1121 Graham Street, Fountain Hill, PA 18015 610-868-4840 • GreenMeadowPA.org

The only green cemetery in the Lehigh Valley. A cemetery of wildflowers and grasses native to Pennsylvania. Return to the natural cycle of life to nourish the soil, green the meadow and live on. Nondenominational. Non-profit. Speakers available to visit organizations. See ad page 37.

HEALTH COACH THE GLITTER COOKIE

Denise Taddeo, M.A., HC Phillpsburg, NJ 862-259-0641 ProfTaddeo@hotmail.com

Health Coaching from professional counselor knowledgeable in not only dietary theory, but also working with bio individuality including each specific person’s body type, blood type, and their overall organic body. Offering individualized 3 and 6 month programs for motivated people interested in their overall health and happiness. See ad page 28.

HYPNOSIS & HYPNOSIS TRAINING

METTA RELAXATION CO.

HYPNO PATH CENTER, LLC

The Valley’s premier float center with five beautiful, open float rooms, each containing an extra-large tub with 1000 pounds of epsom salt dissolved in ten inches of warm water. It’s likely to be the most relaxing thing you’ve ever experienced. Other ways to relax at Metta include reflexology and massage.

When nothing else works, Hypnosis does! A Certified Professional Hypnosis Instructor and practitioner, bringing to the Lehigh Valley a systematic hypnosis process utilized in one-to-one sessions. Also, offering a self-hypnosis process unlike any self-hypnosis system.

Experience the joy of being self-empowered. See ad page 26.

618 W Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-419-2044 MettaRelax.com

Marcella Hilferty, CPHI, CH, MBA Forks Township, Easton, PA 18040 610-248-2358 HypnoPathCenter.com

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LIFE COACH ONE OF A KIND PERSONAL COACHING

June Rose, Personal Coach 45 W. Water Street Hellertown, PA 18055 610.838.5463

Oneofakindcoaching.com

June Rose is the right solution…for YOU! She knows life isn’t always a bed of roses and we all need some help from time to time. June uses her super powers – Compassion, Organization, Positivity, Empowerment – to help cut through the rough patches that life throws at you. Call or e-mail her today for a free consultation and get the helping hand you need. See ad page 54.

POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY

ANNA A. GAITANOS, M.ED. 65 East Elizabeth Avenue, Suite 412 Bethlehem, PA Stage4Change.com 484-226-7187

I believe you are the expert in your own life. I collaborate with you in developing a plan to meet your goals.

Together we identify your strengths, where you want to be in your life, and the steps to get you there. Please contact me for your complimentary coaching consultation.

MEDITATION & WELLNESS EFFORTLESS MEDITATION

Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center Greg Schweitzer 628 Twin Ponds Rd., West Lehigh Valley 610-670-6700 StressReductionResources.com

De-stress, revitalize and be healthier with scientifically validated and physician recommended Effortless Meditation. Experience rest deeper than sleep! Greg Schweitzer taught for Deepak Chopra, M.D. and other notables for 35+ years. Introductory classes and a 10-hour 7-session course.

MOVEMENT THERAPY – FELDENKRAIS METHOD®

CAROL SIDDIQI FGNA, RYT

Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center 628 Twin Ponds Rd, West Lehigh Valley 610-618-0467

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The Feldenkrais Method reconnects the body to its natural movements, focusing on the relationship between motion and thought. It works with the nervous system, rather than muscles or bones, to improve everyday motion, such as walking, running, golfing, biking, yoga, posture, breathing, etc.

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NATURAL FAMILY MEDICINE A NATURAL MEDICINE CLINIC

DR. MICHAEL JUDE LOQUASTO, ND, PHD, DC 2571 Baglyos Circle, Suite B-27 Bethlehem, PA 18020 • 484-821-1460 www.drmichaelloquasto.com Phone consultations available

Specializing in Natural Medicine for over 50 years, Dr. Loquasto holds doctorates in Naturopathy, Nutrition, Chiropractic Internal Medicine and is a Master Herbalist and certified Clinical and Dietitian Nutritionist. Offering custom formulations for specific conditions and non-invasive chelation therapy. Tests available include live cell microscope, circulation testing, EKG, pulmonary lung testing, bone density, x-ray, scanning for foot & ankle problems, blood pressure, blood oxygen levels and blood testing for dia-betes and other health issues. Cold Laser Therapy for pain.

NATURAL FAMILY MEDICINE PHILLIP GETSON, D.O.

Family Physician, Board Certified Thermologist Serving Bethlehem, Easton and Fogelsville HealthThroughAwareness.com Tdinj.com • 856-596-5834 A board certified family physician for 35 years and co-founder of Health Through Awareness in Marlton, NJ. An internationally recognized expert in the diagnosis and treatment of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (RSD).

An advocate for health and preventive medicine championing thermography as an early diagnostic tool for many health conditions including breast health.Certified by four Thermographic Boards. See ad page 10.

MAULFAIR MEDICAL CENTER

Conrad Maulfair, D.O. 2970 Corporate Court, Suite 1 Orefield, PA 18069 • 610-682-2104 DrMaulfair.com • PurelyYouDetox.com

Dr. Maulfair is an Osteopathic Physician bringing four decades of knowledge and experience in alternative, complementary medicine to his patient care. Help for all conditions and all ages. Offering Chelation Therapy, Hubbard Method Sauna detoxification, and many other treatment programs.

Bringing the best of both worlds to their patients. See ad page 9.

WOODLANDS HEALING RESEARCH NATURAL FAMILY MEDICINE

Family, Environmental and Preventative Medicine Nicholas DiMartino, D.O. 5724 Clymer Rd, Quakertown, PA 215-536-1890

Woodlands Healing Research Center is a family practice supporting individualized natural approaches to health. We offer lifestyle and nutritional consultation to achieve optimal health and vitality. We also offer complete women’s services including GYN, menopause, osteoporosis and bio-identical hormone therapy. See ad page 37.

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NATURAL HEALTH

DALLAS WELLNESS CENTER, LLC Debra E Dallas, PhD, MIfHI, DCNT 4048 Freemansburg Avenue Easton, PA 18045 610-253-1977 DallasWellnessCenterLLC.com

Dallas Wellness Center is a health oriented center that recognizes each person as an individual. We offer Iridology, Thermographic Imaging, Nutrigenomics and Nutrition, Hair Analysis, and Ion Cleansing. When people have been everywhere else and are still sick, they come visit us. See ad page 6.

DONNA HAAS, HNC

2358 Sunshine Rd., Allentown, PA 18103 610-762-9922 www.donnahaas.massagetherapy.com Involved in natural health practices for over 20 years, Donna offers nutritional consultations using Applied Kinesiology to determine deficiencies and immune challenges in the body. She also offers Integrated Energy Therapy, reflexology, massage therapy and specializes in Raindrop Technique with Young Living essential oils. Please see website for upcoming events. See ad page 39.

LOSAGIO CHIROPRACTIC CENTER LLC Mark D. Losagio, DC, DIBCN 120 Illicks Mill Rd. Bethlehem, PA 18017 610-865.-8155 ChiropracticBethlehem.com

Dr. Losagio is a Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist, with over 26 years of experience, using state of the art equipment such as Digital Motion X-ray, Proadjuster and cold laser. He offers chiropractic care, specializing in personal injury cases, weight loss program and continuous education to his patients. Focusing on getting you back to a fully active life. See ad page 29.

TOMPKINS INSTITUTE OF CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Jonathan Tompkins 2591 Baglyos Circle Suite C-44 484-821-0818 TestBeforeYouSupplement.com NeurofeedbackPA.com

Dr. Tompkins is a Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist with a wide range of experience with Chronic pain, Sciatica, Whiplash, and Neurological disorders such as ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, MS, and Balance Disorders. The practice offers Chiropractic care, Nutritional Blood testing, Food allergy testing, Clearmind Neurofeedback, and Computerized Balance Testing. Expanded office hours can now accommodate new patients in under two weeks.

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WELL OF LIFE CENTER

Fisher, NTP – Pasquale, NTP 801 W. Broad Street, Bethlehem, PA 610-419-8881 WellofLifeCenter.com

Using nutrition, chiropractic, and other modalities like massage, the Well of Life helps individuals rediscover health in a natural way. We are committed to offering hope and healing to our clients, and to promote wellness through empowering and educating. Start your journey today!

NATUROPATH

NUTRTIONAL COUNSELING & HEALTHY COOKING CLASSES SUPER SIMPLE HEALTHY Christina Moyes, CHHC Lehigh Valley, PA 610-704-8083 SuperSimpleHealthy.com

Certified Holistic Health Coach offers easy to follow, hands-on cooking classes for today’s busy lifestyle. Being healthy doesn’t have to be hard with quick, easy, delicious meals that save you time and money. All meals featured are dairy free, gluten free and peanut free. Group and private instruction available. Visit www.supersimplehealthy.com/ events for a list of monthly classes.

NATURAL HEALTH PROMOTION LLC

Tina Stashko, N.D. PhD MIfHI Emmaus, Pa. 18049 610-965-8132 NaturalHealthPromotion.net

Specializing in preventative healthcare, digestion and nutrient absorption, and thyroid and adrenal health.

Modalities such as iridology, sclerology and biochemical balancing enable the development of your unique program for optimum health. These programs are easy to follow and incorporate into your daily life. Reach your full health potential! See ad page 37.

NUTRITIONAL TECHNOLOGIES Nicholas Theodorou ND Lehigh Valley, PA 610-258-1894 • NT-307.com

“Dr. Nick” Traditional Naturopath.

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