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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.

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Threatened Species Rebound

by April Thompson

28 THE FOUR QUALITIES

OF A TRUE STATESMAN

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FUTURE WE WANT

Global Commitments to Catalyze Change

by Brita Belli

36 FOLLOW THE LIFECYCLE 38 Crunching the Numbers on Products We Consume

by Brita Belli

38 CHILDREN FOLLOW ADULT EXAMPLES

Enabling “We” Instead of “Me”

by Michael Ungar

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Cities, Schools and Churches

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44 Step into Fitness Dance your way to a beautifully strong and flexible body.

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letterfrompublisher “There are no passengers on Spaceship Earth. We are all crew.” Marshall McLuhan

contact us Publisher Reid Boyer Local Editor Beth Davis Local Writer Beth Davis - Linda Sechrist Assistant Editors S. Alison Chabonais Design & Production Susan McCann jaxgraphicdesign.net Ad Production Marci Molina www.MarciMolinaDesigns.com Advertising Sales Reid Boyer LVsales@naturalawakeningsmag.com To contact Natural Awakenings Lehigh Valley Edition: PO Box 421 Emmaus, PA 18049 Phone: 610-421-4443 Fax: 610-421-4445

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This month I’m building onto a letter by Jaime Mitchell, publisher of the San Francisco edition of Natural Awakenings. It is a practical message with a sense of urgency. We truly all need to contribute if we want the Lehigh Valley to remain an awesome place to live with wonderful natural places and plenty of resources to maintain our present quality of life.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: These three R’s have long spearheaded Save the Earth campaigns with good reason. This October’s special Environment issue looks at ways we each can preserve our world right now. I challenge you to consider with me fresh ways to apply them in your own life.

Reduce: America’s Clean Air Council reports that we annually throw away enough paper and plastic cups to circle the equator 300 times. How many times have I entered a coffee shop without bringing my own reusable cup? When I think about how simple it is for us to do our part to cut such waste, I am inspired to takeBox the 421 extraEmmaus, minute toPA bring my own cup, reusable water bottle and reusable 18049 • P: 610-421-4443 • F: 610-421-4445 fabric shopping bags.

LVEditor@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com • www.NaturalAwakeningsMag.com Reuse: World population, now 7 billion, has more than doubled since 1960.

In this month’s Green Living article, Lifecycle,” Brita Belli, shares Ad Proof for“Follow Naturalthe Awakenings research behind the startling fact that humanity is already consuming resources equivalent to 1.5 Earths.

To: P: 610-421-4443 Such offense inspires me to more urgently think outside the box and capitalEmail: F: 610-421-4445 ize on reusable options. If we divert every unwanted item from landfills by giving them to Please someone who canproof use them, contributethe to thrift stores information: and list items on sign your and complete following Freecycle,(Ad weiscan betteratuse current items. shown actual size.

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Recycle: We all have the response-ability to do our part in caring for our irreplaceable celestial home. It’s easy to use city-provided recycle bins to sort Ad is approved: contact information andAwakenings spelling is correct garbage, recyclables and foliage.

Know that Natural uses recycled newsprint and nontoxic ink and works to recycleindicated every material used in creatAd soy is approved with changes ing and distributing this publication. is not approved make changes indicated The most vitalAd resource of all is our– minds, and we have the capacity to think differently and always apply the three R’s. Consistent small changes across millions of households add up, eventually rebuilding Earth’s resiliency via a fourth R: Replenish.

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he Yoga Loft will welcome Girish and his eclectic band to the studio, November 4, for two events that feature songs, hymns and chants from his CDs, Girish Remixed and Diamonds in the Sun, along with some old favorites. An all levels yoga class with Carrie Morgan featuring live music and kirtan with Girish and his band will begin at 4:00 p.m.

Girish is a singer, songwriter, session tabla player and producer whose life journey has been marked by a series of profound transformations. He has gone from aspiring jazz drummer to renunciant Hindu monk to first call tabla guru for the likes of Krishna Das to solo mantra troubadour. He sings traditional Sanskrit mantras with a modern, funky, yet deeply devotional twist. Accompanied by his band, Girish asks audiences to participate by singing along, call and response chanting and dancing. He invites students in the live music and yoga class to let go and let their yoga flow through the beats and rhythms of his soul stirring tunes.

Pre-registration is required. Cost is $20 each or $35 for the class and kirtan.

The Yoga Loft is located at 521 E. Fourth St., 3rd Floor, in Bethlehem. For more information, call 610-867-9642 or visit TheYogaLoftOfBethlehem.com. See ad, page 50.

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he Lehigh Gap Nature Center is offering a beginner’s watercolor class on Thursday evenings, beginning October 11 through November 8.

Artist Kay Stauffer will return as the instructor for the five-session class. Stauffer taught the same class last spring, which was so popular that the Center was unable to accommodate everyone who wanted to participate.

The maximum enrollment for the class is 12 participants to ensure that the artist can give plenty of attention to each student. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Lehigh Gap Nature Center is located at 8844 Paint Mill Road in Slatington. The cost for the session is $25.

To enroll, call 610-760-8889 or email LGNC@ptd.net.

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newbriefs Inner Light Spiritual Holistic Expo in Pottstown

Emmaus Yoga Kicks Off Fall

Emmaus Yoga will host a series of workshops this fall, starting with ristina Leeson, intuitive, Reiki master/teacher, master hypTribal Belly Dance: Six Week Sesnotherapist and owner of The Inner Light Holistic Center, in sions with Tara Sommerfield, from Gilbertsville, will be bringing the gifts of the mind, body, spirit 7 to 9 p.m. October 12 to Novemcenter to a larger audience from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., November ber 18. Tribal style belly dance is a 3 and 4, at the Sunnybrook fusion of traditional Middle Eastern Ballroom, in Pottstown. The Indance and folkloric dance movener Light Spiritual Holistic Expo ments from India, Central Asia, the Middle East, North Box Emmaus, PA 18049 • P:using 610-421-4443 will bring like-minded individuAfrica and421 Spain.

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Ad is approved with changes indicated is not approved make changes Throughout the expo weekend, there will be expert speakIn the workshop,Ad participants will tap– into their creativeindicated Ad isbook not signings approved – make changes indicated ers, authors offering and local businesses showside with a body working, colorful kriya. Individuals will casing a variety of therapies, spiritual gifts, crystals, jewelry, also get creative making mascala chai (spiced tea). Cost aromatherapy and chiropractic care. is $30.

Cost: $5; free/children under 12. Location: 50 Sunnybrook Pre-registration for workshops is required. Emmaus Rd. For more information, visit InnerLightHC.com or call 610Yoga is located at 860 Broad St., in Emmaus. For more in413-8191. See ad on this page. formation, call 610-421-8200 or visit EmmausYoga.com.

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ux, the eco-friendly Salon, in historic Bethlehe Mind Body Spirit Expo, hem, will host a ladies night at 6 p.m., Nothe largest natural health vember 2. The event will highlight Alima Pure, and human potential expo in a chemical-free, mineral the Northeast United States, makeup that is free of will take place from 4 to 9 p.m., allergens and sensitizers.

November 2, from 10 a.m. to Lux makeup artists will 8 p.m., November 3, and from be giving each participant 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. November Box 421 Emmaus, PA 18049 • P: 610-421-4443 • F: 610-421-4445 a personalized makeup 4, in the SCA Club Lounge, LVEditor@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com • www.NaturalAwakeningsMag.com application and provide at Lincoln Financial Field, in tips and techniques forAd a ProofPhiladelphia. for Natural Awakenings flawless makeup routine.

The expo will host a recepAllTo: makeup products will tion with The Secret’sP:Michael 610-421-4443 be 20 percent off during the event. Drinks and Bernard Beckwith and wife, Email: F:his 610-421-4445 hors d’oeuvrs will be served. singer/composer Rickie Byars, on Friday, November 2, followed by Ladies Night at Lux is a great waysign to learn a Beckwith event will invigorate and inspire. Krishna Das, the Please your proof and complete thethat following information: about the line of gentle, long lasting bestselling kirtanfor artist, will ads.) be giving a concert on Saturday (Ad iscolors. shown at actual world’s size. See second page larger Whether women wear makeup everyday and are evening, followed on Sunday by a special workshop. Energy medilooking to make a change, or who don’t wear cine pioneer Donna Eden will be appearing on Saturday, while Lorna is approved: information and spelling is correct makeup at all and are looking toAd start, Alima Purecontact Byrne, an Irish mystic, will have a free event Sunday morning, with a is the way to natural beauty. special blessing afterward.

Ad is approved with changes indicated Cost is $20; $10 deposit required. Event is The show’s 150 exhibitors have a variety of booths, presenting Ad at is 643 not approved – make changes indicated to jewelry. Psychics and body limited to nine participants. Lux is located everything from astral photography N. New St., in Bethlehem. For more information, workers will also provide their services to attendees. or to register, call 610-625-4600 or visit For information and advance discount tickets, call 215-599-3976 LuxEcoSalon.com. or visit MindBodySpiritExpo.com. See ad, page 7.

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Becoming Smoke Free

Look Good and Feel Good about Organic Hair Color

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essica Burkit, Jeanette Goff, Iris Souder and Wendy Yoder, certified stylists at Artisans’ Salon and Day Spa in Emmaus, have completed and passed all principles required to become an Organic Salon Systems Certified Hair Colorist. Clients will benefit from the stylists’ comprehensive knowledge of organic hair color principles, creative color, foil placement, color application and color correction, resulting in vibrant, healthy hair.

Receiving extraordinary, predictable hair color results can be challenging. Whether it begins in the consultation, the understanding of the professional product line by the stylist or simply the skill level of the stylist, Organic Salon Systems is dedicated to giving their stylists the knowledge to achieve the precise color their clients desire. The stylists at Artisans’ are dedicated to exceeding client expectations through quality service, team spirit and paying extra attention to clients’ needs.

Artisans’ Salon and Day Spa is located at 413 Chestnut St., in Emmaus. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 610-965-3148 or visit ArtisansDaySpa.com.

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.H.A.N.G.E. (Counseling, Hypnotherapy And Naturally Generated Excellence), will host a free seminar for those who wish to stop smoking, at 6:30 p.m., November 6.

The seminar will evaluate one’s readiness to prepare for the life-changing, life-saving commitment required to become a non-smoker.

“Using hypnotherapy to stop smoking is an effective way to meet the challenge because smoking is a subconscious habit promoted through our emotions”, states counselor, Beverley Bley. “All of our emotions reside in the subconscious part of us. Becoming a non-smoker is one of the most challenging things an individual ever has to conquer, but hypnotherapy makes it doable if the individual is motivated.”

The actual program will begin on National Smokeout Day, November 15, and will require attendance once a week for two following Thursday evenings. The program costs less than a carton of cigarettes and will be free to all armed services veterans.

Seating is limited. A $10 refundable registration fee is required. C.H.A.N.G.E. is located at 2020 Downyflake Lane, Ste. 302B, in Allentown. For more information, call 610-7978250, email Change@4Change.com or visit 4Change.com.

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Rethink the System, Work for Change

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he Alliance of Sustainable Communities currently has internship opportu5th annual nities available for college age students.

The internships focus on working toward a more sustainable future in the Lehigh admissionpublication witho This ad is the property of Natural Awakenings and may not be reproduced in any$3other Valley—rethinking the current sion of systems, the publisher. Please review the proof carefully. Natural Awakenings is not responsible for any e developing goals and action plans for ad sus-will be published as it appears if the proof is not returned to us. If there are any questio marked.

This tainability, building public awareness of this proof please call or email. the need to change and creating presentations and resources—both online and in Signature: Date: / print—to educate community groups and policymakers.

The Alliance and partner organizations work to promote food that supports health for individuals and communities; to reduce vehicle pollution that contribLearn to be a Nutritionist ! utes to the high incidence of asthma; to Nutritional Certification Course increase awareness of the dangers of frackTake Advantage of the Knowledge And Experience ing; to end systemic causes of poverty and of A Practicing Nutritionist inequality; and more.

12 Week Prep Course Meets Twice a Month Most Alliance internships can be Next session begins October 2012 configured in several different ways to fit Choose to attend on Sundays, noon to 5pm the interns’ interests and goals. In general, Or attend on Thursdays, 11am to 4pm interns will look at multiple aspects of Dian Freeman Covering the required books needed to take the sustainability (including environmental, American Association of Nutritional Consultants Exam health, economic, and social justice conFor those who to obtain a CNC, Certified Nutritional Counselor siderations); develop or increase their unwish to practice derstanding of a whole systems approach; nutrition Dian’s Wellness Simplified and work with community members or or to learn Morristown, NJ organizations to create change.

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oin Anthony Ashley Hair Design every Saturday in October, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., for a month of activity to raise money and awareness for breast cancer research and prevention. The salon and all of its guest vendors will donate a portion of their Saturday sales in October to the American Cancer Society.

Mixie Makeup will host a table offering mini consultations using natural mineral makeup on October 6. Stephanie Shelly of b. healthy will offer medical reflexology treatments to help persuade the body to biologically correct itself on October 13. On October 20, will be the Anthony Ashley Hair Design Product Swap. Bring gently used stylist products, such as shampoo, gels, lotions, curling irons and more, for donation to the Sixth Street Shelter and get 15 percent off of any product in the salon, including flat irons—a rare opportunity. On October 27, Michelle Andrychuk, of Fifth Avenue Collection, will host a table of stylish jewelry.

Anthony Ashley Hair Designs is located at 1740 W. Allen St., in Allentown. For more information, call 610-4340180 or visit AnthonyAshleyHD.com. See ad, page 45.

he second annual You Can Heal Yourself from Cancer, sponsored by McCormick Chiropractic, will take place from 9 a.m. to noon, October 13, at the North Coventry Fire Department Social Room, in Pottstown.

Speakers will include Dr. Philip Getson, of Thermographic Diagnostic Imaging, in Marlton, New Jersey, presenting Thermography: The Least Understood Diagnostic Test; Dr. Conrad Maulfair, of Maulfair Medical Center, in Allentown, presenting Eliminate Your Exposure to Toxic Elements; Dr. Leo McCormick, of McCormick Chiropractic, in Pottstown, discussing The Greatest Obstacle in Cancer Healing; Dr. John Jimenez, Medical Director of Integrative Cancer Therapy in Mexico, Israel and Switzerland, presenting Alternative Cancer Therapies; Dr. Darryl Hajduczek, of McCormick Chiropractic, presenting Game Changers: The Best Vitamin and Mineral for Cancer Prevention and Healing; Dr. Harold Grams, discussing A Missing Link in Cancer Care-Individualizing the Patient’s Treatment; Laura J. Grams, a neuro linguistic practitioner; and Lisa Weir, presenting The Journey-A Different Perspective Cost is $20 before October 2/$25 after or at the door.

North Coventry Fire Department is located at 114 W. Schuylkill Road, in Pottstown. For more information, call 610705-0201.

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im Donovan, award winning teacher and founding member of the multi platinum selling band Rusted Root, is returning to the Lehigh Valley to host the Rhythm Revival Drumming Retreat, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., October 6, at Walking Winds, in Palm.

The Rhythm Revival Drumming Retreat is a highly energetic and cathartic retreat designed to give participants the opportunity to experience the inspiring power of collective rhythm and drumming through a variety of vibrant traditional world rhythms, songs and chants. Participants will also experience the joy of creating and expressing themselves musically in a supportive group setting. Attendees will use tools such as traditional ecstatic world drumming rhythms, traditional song, chanting and toning, creative expression, visualization and group support and community creation. Donovan provides a large selection of authentic African drums called djembes for participants to use during the workshops.

The event is open to anyone over the age of 17 regardless of prior drumming experience. Advance registration is recommended. Cost is $69 by Sept. 21/$89 after. Walking Winds is located at 1962 Tollgate Rd., in Palm. For more information or to register, call 215-679-7091 or visit JimDonovanDrums.com.

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win Ponds Integrative Health Center is celebrating five years of health and healing with an Open House on Sunday, October 21, 2012 from 1 – 4 pm. The festive day gives attendees the opportunity to enjoy demonstrations and learn about wellness and healing services at the Center. Practitioners will be on hand to meet and talk about your personal needs and interests.

Listen to live guitar music provided by local musician, Ted Williams, and sample delicious food prepared by Cactus Blue. Prize drawings will be held throughout the afternoon for 20 prizes donated by Twin Ponds practitioners.

“It has been our pleasure to serve the community for the past five years providing complementary and alternative health and wellness services”, states Founder Carolyn Reese. “Our center was built on the belief that people can best experience the body’s capacity for healing by combining traditional Western medical care with appropriate natural techniques. It gives me great pleasure that the personal support, awareness, and education offered at Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center helps those in need experience the joy of living life to their full potential.”

Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center is located at 628 Twin Ponds Road, near Fogelsville. Call 610-395-3355 or visit TwinPondsCenter.com for more information. See ad on page 9. natural awakenings

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Nurture Edward Morét For Edward Morét, the language of art and its creative expression took form at an early age. During his childhood in the West Indies, New York City and the rolling hills of Connecticut, he discovered an endless sea of inspiration everywhere he looked and began carrying a sketch pad to record the mysterious beauties that surrounded him.

Today, Morét’s visionary style communicates the delicate balance of nature and the importance of healing in an ever-changing world. “My paintings reveal an expression of wonder and create a reflection of beauty and hope for all who live on this Island Earth,” he says.

Morét’s love of the ocean and attunement to the splendor and rhythm of nature are integral to his life experience, and the Massachusetts-based artist is a world traveler. He considers the Earth his living canvas, a perpetual source of inspiration and creativity.

“I love painting her oceans, majestic mountains, the animals we coexist with and the endless sea of space that surrounds our planet,” he enthuses.

In 1986, Morét received a Doctor of Humanities honorary degree for his contribution to global harmony.

isa Baas, licensed acupuncturist and shiatsu master, will hold a medical intuitive class on November 10 and 11, in Emmaus. The course offers techniques of Traditional Chinese Energy Medicine, where practitioners see, feel and perceive energy flow as indicators of disease or poor health.

“Traditional Chinese Medicine relies on the practitioner’s awareness of meridians, chakras, acupressure points, facial and whole body diagnosis,” states Baas.

“The holographic body unlocks the mystery to the subtle energy body’s information. Everything is encoded. Learning to see and interpret the subtle energy within the body can help individuals with their own self care and help the alternative health care provider hone their own skill set.”

Cost for course is $150. Lisa Baas Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture is located at 860 Broad St., in Emmaus. For more information or to reserve, call 610967-0515. See ad, page 6.

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ree your mind with an innovative approach to the ancient practice of yoga in a weekend workshop with Kathy McNames on Friday, November 2 and Saturday, November 3 at Emmaus Yoga. Explore yoga philosophy in a fresh way with lectures and myth busting methods that will help break through layers that inhibit self-discovery.

“With Kathy, it’s fun as we learn to let love lead the way and open to the possibilities of a yoga way of life,” states Emmaus Yoga co-founder Britt Tagg. “As a 10-year practitioner and co-owner of Yoga Vermont, Kathy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our community. Both days will be chock full of both Ashtanga and Vinyasa style postures, inversions, breathing techniques, chanting, discovery methods and lively discussions that makes for an awesome immersion weekend.”

Friday’s workshop is $65, Saturday $110 or take both for $160. Some yoga experience is recommended but not necessary. Yoga Alliance credits are available.

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he 20th annual Women’s 5K Classic will take place in the Little Lehigh Parkway beginning at 9 a.m., October 13. One of the largest women-only races in the country, money raised supports women with breast and female cancers and their families while benefiting local programs and organizations.

“Some races are for kicks, some are for glory—this race is for life,” says Board Member Sue Kovacs. “Twenty years is a major milestone worthy of celebration.

However, the enemy is a most formidable foe. Breast cancer is the most common form of the disease for women and one that trails only lung cancer in the dubious distinction as the leading cause of death among females. This race supports our overall mission to promote fitness among women and invite women to participate in running and walking to enhance their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. We strive to contribute to funding for related programs and research in the Lehigh Valley while educating women about cancer awareness, prevention and treatment.”

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hat we place on our skin might increase the risk for diabetes, based on findings by researchers at Uppsala University, in Sweden. They noted a connection between phthalates found in cosmetics and plastics and the risk of seniors developing diabetes; even a modest increase in circulating blood levels of such chemicals doubled their risk.

Monica Lind, associate professor of environmental medicine at the Section for Occupational and Environmental Medicine, and Dr. Lars Lind, professor of medicine, analyzed new information from a study that involved more than 1,000 70-year-old men and women in Uppsala. The participants submitted blood samples for analysis of various environmental toxins, including several substances formed when the body breaks down phthalates. Even after adjusting for obesity, blood lipids, smoking and exercise habits, the researchers saw a definite connection between blood levels of some of the phthalates and an increased prevalence of diabetes. The Linds also found that certain phthalates were associated with disrupted insulin production in the pancreas.

Most people come into daily contact with phthalates. These chemicals are commonly used as softening agents in plastics and as carriers of fragrances in cosmetics, personal care products, air fresheners and scented candles.

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hat do Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower have in common? According to a new study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, these cruciferous veggies are associated with a decreased risk of colon cancer. Throw in a good measure of A’s, as in apples, and people can also reduce their risk of distal colon cancer, report researchers from the Western Australian Institute for Medical Research at the University of Western Australia and Deakin University, in Victoria, Australia. The investigation examined the potential link between fruits and vegetables and three cancers in different parts of the bowel.

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ow levels of vitamin D have been linked to depression, particularly among those with a history of the disorder, according to what researchers believe is the largest such investigation ever undertaken. University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center psychiatrists, working with the Cooper Center Longitudinal Study, reviewed the relevant results of nearly 12,600 participants from late 2006 to late 2010. They suggest that patients with a history of depression could benefit from a vitamin D assessment.

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ome scents make no sense for personal or planetary health. Using scented laundry products can release harmful—even carcinogenic— pollutants into the air, report University of Washington researchers.

Their findings, published online in the journal Air Quality, Atmosphere and Health, show that air vented from machines using the top-selling, scented, liquid laundry detergent and dryer sheet contains hazardous chemicals.

When researchers analyzed captured gases from dryer vent fumes after participating households ran regular laundry cycles using liquid laundry detergent and a leading brand of scented dryer sheets, they found more than 25 volatile organic compounds, including seven dangerous air pollutants. Of those, two chemicals—acetaldehyde and benzene—are classified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as carcinogens, with no established safe exposure level. Benzene is linked to leukemia and other blood cancers, according to the American Cancer Society, and studies have shown that acetaldehyde can cause nasal and throat cancer in animals.

“This is an interesting source of pollution, because emissions from dryer vents are essentially unregulated,” says lead author Anne Steinemann, Ph.D., professor of civil and environmental engineering and of public affairs. “If they are coming out of a smokestack or tail pipe, they are regulated—but if they’re coming out of a dryer vent, they are not.”

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ew moms that are breastfeeding should abstain from caffeine, according to an interview with Dr. Ruth Lawrence published in the Journal of Caffeine Research, a peer-reviewed publication. Lawrence says that because infants are not able to metabolize or excrete caffeine efficiently, a breastfeeding mother’s consumption of the drug may lead to caffeine accumulation and symptoms such as wakefulness and irritability in her baby.

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October 24 is Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Day

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ew evidence that chemical pollution may be linked to breast cancer comes from a surprising source: a group of male breast cancer patients at Camp Lejeune, a Marine Corps base in North Carolina. Poisons in the camp’s drinking water, including benzene, a carcinogenic gasoline additive, perchloroethylene (PCE) and trichloroethylene (TCE), are regarded as a cause; conditions at the base are also blamed for unusual rates of leukemia and birth defects. The worst period of contamination of the base’s water supply began in the late 1950s and continued for more than 30 more years.

Because men are simpler to study than women—their risk of developing breast cancer is not complicated by factors such as menstruation, reproduction, breastfeeding and hormone replacement therapy— the epidemiologists may be able to conclusively link industrial chemicals with an increased risk of the disease for both genders.

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ctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and thousands of wellmeaning healthcare providers will continue to recommend mammograms.

However, a growing body of research suggests that X-ray mammography may not be the best screening approach, at least on an annual basis, and even the National Cancer Institute notes potential harms ranging from false results to overtreatment and radiation exposure.

A 2006 study published in the British Journal of Radiobiology revealed that the type of radiation used in X-ray-based screenings is more carcinogenic than previously believed. The researchers wrote, “Recent radiobiological studies have provided compelling evidence that the low-energy X-rays used in mammography are approximately four times—but possibly as much as six times—more likely to cause mutational damage than higher energy X-rays.”

Peter Gøtzsche is director of the Nordic Cochrane Centre and an author of the landmark 2001 Cochrane systematic review, Screening for Breast Cancer with Mammography, which concludes, “Currently available reliable evidence has not shown a survival benefit of mass screening for breast cancer.” In 2011, Gøtzsche stated, “It is getting more and more difficult to argue that mammography is reasonable to [use] for breast screening.”

hilip Getson, D.O. is a Board Certified family physician in Marlton, NJ serving the community for over 36 years. As an internationally recognized expert in the diagnosis and treatment of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, he is a sought after speaker and has traveled extensively both nationally and internationally lecturing on the subject. Currently he serves as the medical liaison to the New Jersey Department of Health to implement the governor’s bill for RSD Awareness.

In 1984, Dr. Getson was Board Certified in Medical Thermography and founded Thermographic Diagnostic Imaging (TDI). He is certified by four Thermographic Boards and has championed the cause of Thermography for the evaluation of breast disease and neuromuscular disorders. Thermography uses state of the art, FDA approved, infra-red technology, as a means to provide images of the body’s physiologic responses. It is a totally safe, non-radiologic, non invasive, painless test with absolutely no known adverse affects and no contra indications.

Dr. Getson has recently been appointed to the position of Vice President of the American Academy of Thermology, the longest standing organization of Medical Thermographers of its kind in the United States. He serves as the chairman for the breast protocol committee with the responsibility of formulating the guidelines for breast thermography. These recently completed guidelines will be used by the Academy members and offered to and approved by the International Thermographic community As the co-founder of Health Through Awareness, Dr. Getson offers his patients nutritional and dietary counseling, detoxification, and other holistic services. His mission is to educate individuals in the application of holistic health practices to promote early intervention to optimal health.

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Paying It Forward: Rachel Carson’s Legacy

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the publication of Rachel Carson’s seminal book, Silent Spring, which warned of the far-reaching dangers of deadly pesticides and was widely regarded as a catalyst for America’s conservation, clean air and water and environmental protection movements. Now author Laurie Lawlor and illustrator Laurie Beingessner bring her message to today’s youth in the children’swithout book, permission of Natural Awakenings and may not be reproduced in any other publication Rachel Carson e review the proof carefully. Natural Awakenings is not responsible for any error not marked. This and Her Book s it appears if the proof is not returned to us. If there are any questions thisthe proof please Thatabout Changed World. rty of Natural Awakenings and may not be reproduced in any other publication without permission

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Women Leaders Combat Climate Change A new study in the journal Social Science Research observes that, “Controlling for other factors, in nations where women’s status is higher, CO2 emissions are lower.” Christina Ergas and Richard York, sociologists at the University of Oregon–Eugene, found that the nations in which women have higher political status—based on how long they’ve had the right to vote and representation in parliament and ministerial governments—also have more ecologically sound outcomes than those that do not. Such outcomes included ratifying a greater number of environmental treaties, more scientific knowledge of climate change, a perception of environmental risks as more threatening and less optimism about the potential to solve problems by relying solely on technology.

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Developing Problem The Case to Save Swampland

An out-of-the-way quagmire or boggy boondock off a lonely road might seem like just so much wasteland rather than something to be concerned about when it’s paved over for a new strip mall or big-box store.

But citizens are realizing that these plots where land meets water provide a vital and valuable ecological function.

In addition to nurturing essential biodiversity, wetlands purify water, produce fish, store carbon dioxide that would otherwise increase global warming and protect shorelines from floods, storm surges and erosion. “When we lose wetlands, we’re losing something we won’t recover for years,” remarks Dr. Moreno-Mateos, a wetland ecologist at the Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve, at Stanford University. “When people develop that huge shopping mall, it will take centuries to restore the functions we had before.” After-the-fact restoration efforts yield far more limited benefits.

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Busty Justice

October is Bra Recycling Month The Bra Recyclers, a Gilbert, Arizona-based textile recycling company, is celebrating the third annual Bra Recycling Month during October. The intent is to collect new and gently used and cleaned bras for interested women nationwide. Healthiest options are non-underwire garments— Dr. John McDougall, in his book, The McDougall Program for a Healthy Heart, notes that constricting bras have been implicated in the rise of benign, non-cancerous but often painful breast cysts and lumps.

Bra Recyclers CEO Elaine Birks-Mitchell states, “The monthlong campaign ties directly into breast cancer and domestic violence awareness. The Bra Recyclers believe every woman and girl should not have to worry about something as simple as a bra as they transition back to self-sufficiency or being cancer-free. The results are enhanced self-esteem and encouragement and strength to carry on.”

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These techniques support the body’s natural ability to heal—reducing stress and promoting a state of relaxation that leads to better health. Annambhotla says that individuals who incorporate one or more integrative medicine serby Beth Davis vices into their healthcare regimen will notice a difference and can regain control of their well-being. If they aren’t sure he Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North where to begin, the conference provides an opportunity for America (AAPNA) will host its Fifth Integrative Medicine people to gain a greater understanding of their options.

Conference, November 3 and 4, at Twin Ponds Integrative The conference will feature an impressive group of Health Center, in Breinigsville. Co-sponsored by American integrative medicine professionals presenting on a variety Hindu World Services (AHWS), the conference is devoted to of topics. Rick Daugherty, executive director of the Lehigh sharing information about healing and integrative medicine.

County Senior Center and the Chairman of the Lehigh It offers continuing education, practicums and case study pre- County Democratic Party, will inaugurate the conference. sentations designed for health Daugherty is a social worker and an advocate for professionals, allied healthcare the betterment of people’s lives and the advanceproviders and yoga teachers ment of societal awareness. He recognizes the and students, as well as anyone need for an integrated healthcare approach Box 421 Emmaus, PA 18049 • P: 610-421-4443 • F: 610-421-4445 seeking integrative health care. with a renewed focus on preventive care.

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Other speakers and their topics include: Dr. Richaritha Gundlapalli, integrative pediatrics; Dr. Vijay Jain, integrative oncology; Dr. Jeffrey Meyers, integrative pain management; Dr. Kiran Viramgama, integrative pulmonology; Dr. Eugene Rajaratnam, integrative urology; Divya Selvakumar, integrative nutrition; and, of course, Dr. Shekhar Annambhotla, speaking about ayurveda.

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Captive breeding programs, law enforcement efforts, habitat protection around nest sites and the banning of the toxic pesticide DDT all contributed to the recovery plan, spearheaded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Today, the bald eagle is again soaring high— just five years after being removed from the list some 10,000 pairs now make their nests in the lower 48.

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More than 40 percent of the world’s millions of species have similarly suffered and are now in critical condition, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature; new threats like climate change make their futures ever more tenuous. Yet the bald eagle’s stunning comeback proves that being labeled an endangered species isn’t necessarily a death sentence.

The California condor, peregrine falcon and black-footed ferret are among many animals that have returned from the verge of extinction via protective actions taken under the U.S. Endangered Species Act.

Other decimated populations targeted by international conservation efforts, from Rwanda’s mountain gorillas to India’s wild tigers, also show encouraging signs of recovery. Rhinos, for example, are returning to the African wilderness thanks to community-based, public/private conservation programs that fight poaching, habitat loss and other human threats to this prehistoric creature. Since its launch in 1997, the World Wildlife Fund’s African Rhino Programme estimates that the white and black rhino population on the continent has more than doubled, from approximately 11,000 to 25,000.

For wildlife success stories across America, visit fws.gov/endangered.

To learn of progress among other global species and how to help, explore Priority Species at Panda.org.

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must be to obtain a position of power— but there are things he simply will and will not do to get to the top. He is a man of integrity; he speaks the truth. He leads by moral authority and represents all that is best in his countrymen.

A Vision

The Four Qualities of a True Statesman

by Brett and Kate McKay

A statesman has a clear vision of what his country and his people can become. He knows where he wants to take them and what it will take to get there. Foresight is one of his most important qualities, because he must be able to recognize problems on the horizon and find solutions good for both the short term and long term. The statesman keeps in mind not only the here and now, but the world that future generations will inherit.

What qualities should citizens look for in the next leader of the free world? What core criteria might voters consistently The Ability to Build a use to evaluate any legislative or other candidate running Consensus to Achieve for political office? that Vision

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rofessor J. Rufus Fears, Ph.D., sets a high standard in articulating the yardstick by which we should measure leaders of either gender. As a noted scholar specializing in the history of freedom (Tinyurl.com/TrueStatesman), he emphasizes that the role of a politician and a statesman are not the same. A statesman, Fears attests, is a free leader of a free people and must possess four essential qualities.

A Bedrock of Principles

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A Moral Compass

A statesman does not govern by public opinion polls, but instead makes decisions by following his own moral compass that is rooted in a sense of absolute right and absolute wrong. He is not a relativist. When he believes something is wrong, he plainly says it is so and does everything in his power to fight against it. When something is right, he is willing to overcome any opposition to preserve and spread it.

The statesman is ambitious—he

A politician may have a bedrock of principles, a moral compass and vision, but if he lacks the ability to build a consensus around them, his efforts to change policies, laws and the course of history will largely be in vain.

In enlisting others in government that serve with him to support his initiatives, he knows that their willingness to do so is based on the pressure they feel from their constituents to align themselves with the statesman’s vision. Thus, success ultimately hinges on his ability to convince his country’s citizens of the soundness of his philosophy.

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Instead of tailoring his rhetoric to the public mood, he speaks to the very best that exists within people, understanding that powerful rhetoric can articulate, bring forth and activate sometimes deeply buried ideals. His authority derives from his belief in what he says. He does not make emotions soar and burn with empty promises, but instead keeps his word and does what he says he will do.

Based on a professional lifetime of research, Fears believes that the three greatest statesmen in history are Pericles, of Athens, Abraham Lincoln and Winston Churchill. Their bedrock principles rested on the ideals of

freedom: democratic liberty, equality under the law and individual freedom— the freedom to live as we choose. Each embraced a vision of expanding liberty for citizens, yet all courted controversy in some of the measures they deemed necessary to achieve their vision.

In Fears’ estimation, the ultimate measuring rod of any true statesman and what matters most is that their leadership ultimately led to more freedom for more people in the long run.

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cientists estimate that fibromyalgia (FM) affects an estimated 5 million Americans 18 or older, and 75 to 90 percent of those are women. Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Many people who have fibromyalgia also have tension headaches, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety and depression. For those with severe symptoms, FM can be extremely debilitating and interfere with basic daily activities. However, when properly diagnosed and treated properly, FM can resolve or at least be controlled.

Fibromyalgia is often diagnosed only after all other conditions have been eliminated by using various testing approaches, such as blood tests, x-rays and/or CT or MRI scans.

Recent literature suggests fibromyalgia is a disorder of central pain processing, or a specific situation where the pain threshold in the brain is reached sooner than what is normal. Genetic and environmental factors also contribute to the origin and progression of the condition.

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Real Results

Shaping the Future We Want Global Commitments to Catalyze Change

by Brita Belli

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e don’t need another the United States refused to sign—the plan of action or more United Nations Conference on Sustreaties; what we need tainable Development is held once are people that will begin to implement every 20 years. The theme of Rio+20 the commitments and meet the goals was simple and direct: The Future We that have already been created and Want. established,” explains Jacob Scherr,

Moving away from political director of global strategy and advoposturing and endless negotiating, the cacy for the Natural Resources Defense meet-up asked businesses, governments Council (NRDC), about the new thinkand charities to publicly declare their ing that drove this year’s Earth Summit specific commitments and solicited in Rio the public’s ideas for realizing sustainde Janeiro, Brazil. ability, all aligned with the priorities

The June conference brought and opportunities of the 21st century. together international heads of state, “With growing populations depleting business leaders, nonprofits and activresources, how do we keep increasists to prioritize and strategize sustaining and ensuring prosperity while we able development. Unlike the United are already using more than we have?”

Nations’ annual climate change confer- queries U.N. spokeswoman Pragati ences, which led to the Kyoto Protocol Pascale. “It’s a conundrum.” in 1997—a legally binding treaty that

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By the end of the Rio conference, more than 700 voluntarily secured commitments, valued at more than half a trillion dollars, were earmarked to address everything from protecting forests and reducing ocean pollution to building rapid transit bus systems and increasing the number of women entrepreneurs in the green economy. The NRDC launched CloudOfCommitments.org to track and publicize new pledges and make them easily searchable by region or category.

Some commitments are breathtaking in scope: n International development banks have pledged $175 billion to boost sustainable transportation in developing countries; n Bank of America promised $50 billion over 10 years to finance energy efficiency, renewable energy sources and energy access; n The World Bank committed $16 billion to boost clean energy, access to electricity and cookstoves in developing nations; n The New Partnership for Africa’s Development promised to achieve energy access for at least 60 percent of Africa’s population by 2040; n The European Bank offered $8 billion by 2015 to support energy efficiency projects in Eastern Europe and Central Asia; n Microsoft pledged to be carbon neutral across all its operations by the end of 2013; n The United States together with the Consumer Goods Forum (which represents more than 600 retail and manufacturing companies) committed to achieve zero net deforestation in their supply chains by 2020.

“The real action, the real energy, was the 21st-century aspect [of Rio+20],” advises Scherr. “I call it the ‘network world’, recognizing the

number of players today. It’s not just national governments; it’s states and cities, corporations and philanthropists.

In addition to the official meetings and negotiations, between 3,000 and 4,000 other gatherings were going on between business people, mayors, civil society organizations and others, presenting myriad opportunities to make specific commitments. We’re moving to a different dynamic.”

progress will happen. People have to force their governments to take action.”

The NRDC dedicated website is part of a coordinated effort to hold governments, businesses and nonprofits accountable and inform the public. The new U.N. websites facilitate a thriving discussion of what sustainability means and how it can be put into practice.

“We want to continue the overall campaign and build upon it,” says Pascale. “Whatever frustrations people have with businesses, nongovernment organizations (NGO) or governments, ® we need to harness that energy and keep that dialogue going to give people a voice in making sustainability happen.”

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Renewable Portfolio Standard: Texas leads the country in electricity generated from wind power. One complex, in Roscoe, features 627 turbines on 100,000 acres that cost $1 billion to build. Much of the rapid growth of the state’s wind industry can be credited to Texas’ Renewable Portfolio Standard, legislation passed in 1999 that mandated construction of renewable energy, including solar, geothermal, hydroelectric, biomass and landfill gas, in addition to wind.

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Grassroots Leadership

Elinor Ostrom, the political economist who won a Nobel Prize in economics but passed on just before the start of the Rio conference, dedicated her last blog post to considering the event’s impact.

Titled “Green from the Grassroots,” the post stressed the priority of a multifaceted approach to curbing emissions.

“Decades of research demonstrate that a variety of overlapping policies at city, subnational, national and international levels is more likely to succeed than single, overarching, binding agreements,” Ostrom remarked. “Such an evolutionary approach to policy provides essential safety nets should one or more policies fail. The good news is that evolutionary policymaking is already happening organically.

In the absence of effective national and international legislation to curb greenhouse gases, a growing number

of city leaders are acting to protect their citizens and economies.”

She reported that even in the absence of federally mandated emissions targets, 30 U.S. states have passed their own climate plans and more than 900 mayors signed a climate protection agreement essentially agreeing to reach the Kyoto Protocol goals the federal government refused to sanction.

Rio+20 built upon such bottomup commitments and pushed states

and businesses to go further than they’d ever imagined. “There was an incredible amount of energized activity,” concludes Scherr. “Many people came away feeling empowered and encouraged, because they saw that the sustainability movement is truly worldwide. That’s going to be the legacy of Rio.” Brita Belli, the editor of E-The Environmental Magazine, reports for Natural Awakenings.

COMPELLING INTERNATIONAL ECO-INITIATIVES Aruba is working with Sir Richard Branson’s Carbon War Room program to transition to 100 percent renewable energy.

Australia will spend $33 million to establish the world’s largest network of marine reserves.

Germany has committed to drawing 80 percent of its electricity from renewable sources by 2050.

India’s Bureau of Energy Efficiency signed an agreement with the European Union to reduce its carbon emissions by 77,000 tons in the next 3.5 years.

Norway has pledged $140 million to boost sustainable energy in rural Kenya, including replacing kerosene lamps with solar alternatives.

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Follow the Lifecycle Crunching the Numbers on Products We Consume

by Brita Belli and later discard would be “cradlevery product we use has a lifecycle, to-cradle,” or C2C, certified, a term or duration of environmental impopularized by German chemist pact. According to the State of the World 2012: Transforming Cultures from Michael Braungart and American Architect Consumerism to Sustainability, by the William McDonough for describing Worldwatch Institute, humans collecproducts designed never to become tively are consuming resources equivawaste. Such innovative products lent to 1.5 Earths, or 50 percent more typically are made of both technical than is sustainable—and that’s before components that can be reused and projected population growth. In short, we’re depleting more resources than the biological components that decompose back into the natural world. planet can replenish; hence, our per Current examples of products sonal consumption habits matter. that have obtained C2C certification

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Such product assessments are challenging, because it’s not only about what happens after a cell phone, for example, is thrown into a landfill that takes an environmental toll. It also entails the chemicals used, toxins released and fossil fuels burned to manufacture and ship that phone.

To help us sort out the best approaches, The Green Design Institute at Carnegie Mellon University has created the online Economic Input-Output Life Cycle Assessment (EIO-LCA) that crunches the numbers for commonly used products—from household cleaners to mattresses—to provide us with the bigger-picture impact. So, as their website explains, “The effect of producing an automobile would include not only the impacts at the final assembly facility, but also the impact from mining metal ores, making electronic parts, forming windows, etc., that are needed for parts to build the car.”

The accompanying chart, using the latest available EIO-LCA figures, provides comparisons for some common products—from the most to the least energyintensive—as well as recycling rates and suggested alternatives for keeping our own resource usage and waste load to a minimum.

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Student activists and the Responsible Endowments Coalition are urging colleges and universities—some of which have assets comparable to those of a town or city—to move at least a portion of their endowments from Wall Street. The Peralta Community College District, in California, with an annual budget of $140 million, has done just that. The district’s board of trustees voted unanimously last November to move its assets into community banks and credit unions.

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An Interview with

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r. Reverend Michael Bernard Beckwith is the founder and spiritual director of Agape International Spiritual Center, in Los Angeles. A teacher featured in the film, The Secret, he teaches universal truth principles found in the New ThoughtAncient Wisdom tradition of spirituality.

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vehicle that made itself available as a scribe. It’s much like the great composer, Brahms, who said that when he sat to compose, he entered a deep, interior state and literally “saw” the notes, “heard” the instruments and wrote down what was revealed to him. Writing the book was a truly a humbling experience, because I encountered the subtle line that separates ego from surrender to the Divine muse. It wasn’t something that I anticipated; however, I’m grateful that it occurred.

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compassion—in their lives, and to help them realize that venturing into a spiritual practice reveals how we can awaken and fulfill our highest potential as spiritual beings having a human incarnation. I also wanted to offer practices that would support readers in becoming a beneficial presence on the planet: processes that can cultivate inherent goodness, wholeness, joy—the keys to healing ourselves and the planet.

Q. What do you mean by the concept, “conscious participation in evolution,” and why do you believe humanity can achieve this?

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laboratory of my own consciousness proved to me that, by consciously entering practices used by great spiritual teachers—Jesus, Krishna, Sri Aurobindo, St. Theresa of Avila and others— to evolve qualities like compassion, joy, peace, creativity and enlightened awareness, I could make progress in these directions. I know that if I can do it, everyone can. If one person is a candidate for enlightenment, then, just as the Buddha taught, we’re all candidates. It’s great news that we’re no different from these illumined beings; all we have to do is commit to waking up, just as they did.

Q. Please share some of the practices that evolved people apply and how they make a difference in their lives?

A: Evolved people give thanks for what most people take for granted. In today’s economy, we’re seeing an escalation in gratitude, because people are reflecting more deeply on what happens in a society that is based on consumerism. Being increasingly grateful for the simple things in life is a wealthy wayto live.

Evolved people give without an agenda, simply for the joy of being generous beings, because they see themselves in others. They have an awareness of their oneness with all beings.

Forgiveness of self and others is another hallmark of an evolved person.

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Beckwith will host a workshop on Friday, November 2 as part of the Mind Body Sprit Expo at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. In this workshop participants can learn about heartsets of gratitude and generosity that magnetize abundance, mindsets of true abundance in all aspects of your life, practices for operating the Law of Circulation and strategies for changing your relationship with money.

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A: Immaturity’s mantra is: “He who dies with the most toys, wins.” When we shift that to: “I want to know more of who and what I really am; I want to express my true nature of love, joy, creativity, abundance, compassion, self-giving and generosity; and this same good, which I desire for myself, I also desire for all others,” we embrace the personal law of life. We align with the laws governing the Universe and begin to grow up and show up.

When we quit demanding that others make us happy, stop believing that the outside world and outer accomplishments determine our self-worth and drop the notion that the world owes us something, then we are on the road to spiritual maturity. We grow out of our childhood fantasies that there is a “Great Something,” outside of us, manipulating the environment and running the affairs of the Universe by a reward-punishment system. We realize that we, ourselves, are responsible for our own life. Being a spiritual grownup is a liberating way to live.

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t’s easy for a dog or cat to slip out an unlatched door, open gate or even a window. Three million lost pets are picked up by animal control agencies each year, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). The National Council on Pet Population Study & Policy estimates fewer than 2 percent of wayward cats and only 15 to 20 percent of wandering dogs find their way home again. Most of those that make it back have been identified and reunited through tags, tattoos or microchips.

About the size of a grain of rice (12 millimeters), a microchip is injected under the skin into the shoulder area of a dog or cat as a form of permanent identification. The chip itself has no internal energy source, so it will never wear out or run down.

Microchips work on a radio frequency identification system (RFIS) that operates on two main frequencies—125 kilohertz (in this country) or 134.2 kilohertz (internationally). A handheld scanner powers a low radio frequency readout of the chip’s unique identification number and transmits it to the scanner’s display window, much like a retail bar code.

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Shelters, veterinarians and animal control staff routinely use scanners to check for identification chips in unclaimed pets. If detected, the displayed code can then be traced to the pet’s family.

Microchip Myth Busters False: Microchipping is common.

True: The Humane Society of America estimates that fewer than 5 percent of pets have a microchip.

False: The chip will move after it’s been injected.

True: Technology has improved. For example, one microchip manufacturer has developed a patented anti-migration feature that ensures their microchips stay put.

“The chip very rarely migrates under the skin,” says Dr. Amber Andersen, a Los Angeles veterinarian. “Every pet should have a microchip.”

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 1 Thermographic Imaging – Liesha Getson, BCTT of Health Through Awareness and TDI offers outreach thermographic imaging services at Queens Health Center II, 707 Route 113, County Line Plaza, Souderton, PA. Call 215-721-8828 to schedule. For information on thermography, visit www.tdinj.com. mention ad.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3 Effortless Meditation™ Introduction Class – Greg Schweitzer. Learn about this scientifically validated and physician recommended effortless practice that allows you to de-stress, revitalize and become healthier by taking you to a level of rest deeper than sleep! 7:30-9 pm, $20/Intro Class, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4 Yoga for Athletes Series – With Laurel Attanasio & Chloe Costigan. This class will provide you with new tips, tricks and tools to use during your everyday workouts, and will help you in creating and sustaining an active lifestyle. Thurs 10/4, 10/11, 10/18 and 11/1 from 7:30-8:45pm. $18/session or $60 for all. 610.867.9642 Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem.

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7-8pm. $75 for session Yoga Nidra – With Ann Friedenheim November 10. 1-4pm. $30 Emmaus Yoga. 860 Broad Street, Suite 105, Emmaus. 610.421.8200 www.emmausyoga.com

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9 Healthy Aging – Dr. Maulfair presents a seminar discussing the problems of aging including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and lack of energy. He explains the causes of these problems and they are not what you have been led to believe. Chelation therapy will be fully explained. Free. 6:30pm.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10 Breath Work Series – Prana Vayu for beginners and intermediate. An energizing force in preparation for meditation, anger management and stress release. Includes instruction and practice techniques.

Wednesdays. 6:30-7:30pm. 4 sessions $160. Madame Mim’s, 22 N. 3rd St., Easton. 610-829-0661 Green Drinks – This environmental cocktail hour is an informal monthly mixer that brings together folks who are interested in sustainable business, policy and living. 5:30 pm every second Wednesday of each month. Allentown Brew Works, 812 W. Hamilton Street, Allentown

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11 Nutritional Live Blood Cell Analysis – A method of examining a small droplet of blood to reveal general wellness and nutritional needs of an individual.

Screening and 20-30 min consult performed by Gwen Ward N.D. $60. Health Habits Natural Food Store on RT 873 in Schencksville Call 610-767-3100 to schedule.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12 Know Thy Self & Play for Success – A 4 Day Retreat. Dr. Mary Alice Long & Betsy Wetzig. Explore the power of your core being as we combine Carl Jung’s “strokes of genius” & Coordination Patterns™ Training for health, relationships, and career successes. Fri., Oct. 12 to Mon., Oct. 15, $495. (call for discounts and more info), Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley 610.395.3355 Tapas and Transformation – Clearing the Way to your Authentic Voice with Jessie Thompson and

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Carrie Morgan. This weekend intensive is designed to empower teachers and committed students to take their yoga practice to a deeper level through self-exploration and asana. 10/12 – 10/14. $145.

610.867.9642 Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem.

Tincture Making – Class will demonstrate folk method of extracting medicinal components of herbs into natural health remedies. Price includes kit and choice of herb. Classes are also available each Wednesday in October. 4-5pm. $55 per class. Madame Mim’s, 22 N. 3rd St., Easton. 610-829-0661

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13 Cancer Prevention Seminar – Includes several speakers including Dr Philip Getson discussing the use of thermography for the earliest possible detection of breast disease without compression or radiation which detects changes at the cellular level.

9am-noon. Sponsored by McCormick Chiropractor.

Held at North Coventry Fire Department, 845 S. Hanover Street, Pottstown. 610-705-0201 Whole /Raw Living Food Preparation – Karen & Greg Schweitzer. Learn how to make delicious raw/live and whole food meals that keep their vital enzymes and nutrients and taste very much like your favorite cooked food dishes (incl. appetizer & desserts). 10 am-4 pm, $145 includes lunch and snacks.

Call to register. Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, W Lehigh Valley 610.395.3355

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14 The Anatomy of Anger, Desire, and Love –With experienced scholar Terry Coe. This workshop will explore the nature of the problems facing a spiritual seeker, as taught by Sri Krishna in the Gita. 1-5pm. $45. Call or sign up online. 610.867.9642. Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16 Weight Control Group Program – 4 sessions: Tues. Oct. 16 th and 30 th & Nov. 13 th & 27 th .

6-7:30PM. $175 includes Manual, CDs, & DVDs. For more information or to register contact: Bev Bley, L.P.N;C.M.Ht. at C.H.A.N.G.E. 610.797.8250

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4 - 5pm • All Levels Yoga Class with Carrie Morgan and LIVE MUSIC with Girish and his band. cost: $20 5:30 - 7pm Sacred Music Concert & Kirtan with Girish and his band.

All are welcome! cost: $20 Class & Kirtan $35, pre-registration required!

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The Dynamic Duo – Learn how the conscious and subconscious minds can work in unison and harmony to enhance your health, happiness and productivity. $25. For more information or to register contact: Bev Bley, L.P.N;C.M.Ht. at C.H.A.N.G.E. 610.797.8250 or email change@4change.com. 2020 Downyflake Lane, Suite 302B Allentown.

Digestive Health – Dr. Maulfair will discuss digestion and digestive problems and their health effects. You will learn a great deal about to stay healthy but also how to repair damage of the digestive system and why it is critical for good health. Free. 6:30pm. Maulfair Medical Center, 2970 Corporate Court. Orefield.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18 Effortless Meditation™ Introduction Class – Greg Schweitzer. Learn about this scientifically validated and physician recommended effortless practice that allows you to de-stress, revitalize and become healthier by taking you to a level of rest deeper than sleep! 7:30-9 pm, $20/Intro Class, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 Y12SR Yoga and 12-Step Recovery – With Josh Kehler. A 45 minute all levels yoga class followed by a 45 minute step meeting. This class is donation based so please come and pay what you can! 7-8:30pm. Please call to reserve your space. 610.867.9642 Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 Effortless Meditation™ Introduction Class – Greg Schweitzer. Learn about this scientifically validated and physician recommended effortless practice that allows you to de-stress, revitalize and become healthier by taking you to a level of rest deeper than sleep!

9-10:30 am, $20/Intro Class, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355 7 CEUs Massage Workshop, Essential Oils – Kathleen Sterner. Aromatherapy is the ancient art and science of using natural aromatic plant extracts

to enhance a feeling of well-being. This intro workshop presents a brief overview of the basics of aromatherapy to safely use essential oils. 9 am-5 pm, $119, public welcome, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley 610.395.3355 Community Acupuncture - Rochelle Aubert.

Affordable for you and your family! Wonderful for managing stress, boosting the immune system, and balancing the mind-body-spirit. Sit with a small group for approximately 30 minutes for treating simple conditions (private sessions for complex conditions). 11 am-12:30pm, $35, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610.395.3355 Kirtan - Devotional chanting (kirtan) is a wonderful way to cleanse yourself of negative energy and stress with the healing vibrations of divine sound.

This event is free though donations will be accepted, potluck afterwards! 6-8pm, Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21 Transform Into a Veiled Vision – A veil workshop with Amala Gameela. Learn manipulate the veil with simple traveling steps and basic arm paths to create beautiful body alignments along with serpentine circular movements, luxurious undulations, and subtle shimmies. Music and handouts are included.

2-4pm, $35 in adv. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356 5th Anniversary Open House Celebration - Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of Demonstrations, Food, Live Music, and Prize Drawings (held throughout the open house). All prizes donated by our practitioners are valued between $40 & $100. 1-4 pm, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610.395.3355 Relax & Renew – Restorative Yoga for Everyone with Alysha Pfeiffer. This class is for those looking to release stress and tension from their lives. Class will include yoga postures that are supported by various yoga props such as blankets and bolsters, allowing the body to open in a passive, grounding way. 4:00-6:00pm. $20 Please call to reserve your space. 610.867.9642

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Stop the Clock! A day for yourself! - Why not orchestrate a day where you can step off the merry-go-round and just stop? A day for yourself! In Greenshire’s peaceful sanctuary there is a place for you. Choose to be in silence and solitude; or share this experience with a group of your choosing. Greenshire’s meditation gardens along with indoor sacred spaces will give you the nourishment you are seeking as you enter a place of respite and reflection. There is also opportunity to receive healing sessions and personal mentoring. Dates/prices arranged accordingly. Gift certificates available.

Oneray Spiritual Discussion - First Tuesdays What is your place in the Universe? Your purpose in life? Your connection to God? This group study provides a platform for the exploration of your life journey and personal transformation, providing a place where you can meaningfully connect with others. Discussion. Experiential activities.

Meditation. Arlene Curley, intuitive healer, spiritual mentor. $20.

Mayans: Ancient Wisdom, - Ceremony, Lecture, Slides. October 12, Friday: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Journey to rarely-visited sacred Mayan sites in northern Yucatan through lecture and slides: vision quest caves, temples, arches, pyramids.

Learn about his remarkable days spent with a Mayan shaman: spiritual visions, healing ceremonies and ancient Mayan wisdom, mythology and prophecies. The evening begins in Greenshire’s Peace Garden with a Mayan ceremony (first time in US!) dedicated to World Peace. Professor Scott A. Ogburn, M.Arch., Master of Architecture. $20 Poetry Salon - October 26, 7 pm – 9 pm - Join us for an abundant harvest as we listen to Four read special selections of their poetry. Four is a group of women poets and friends who have been meeting monthly for six years to share poetry. In a workshop format, they provide feedback and insight on each other’s poems, as well as enjoy each other’s companionship. Poets: Patricia Goodrich, Geri Ann McLaughlin, Melinda Rizzo, Cleveland Wall.

Moroccan mint tea will be served as complement to Patricia Goodrich’s Face to Face: Berbers of the Middle Atlas photography exhibition. Space is limited. Reserve early. Freewill Donation Reiki Two: October 27, 8 am - 5 pm - At this level Reiki works more powerfully and penetrates the space-time barrier. Learn how to transmit this healing energy over distance and time, to heal the past, send healing into the future, apply to ideas and situations, assist in eliminating unwanted habits, enhance talents. Receive special symbols and more powerful attunements. $200. For 8 CEs add $50. Arlene Curley, Reiki Master/Teacher.

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Living Healthy in a Toxic World – Understand how toxins affect your health; staying healthy is the real way to defeat high health care costs and the problems of aging, past street and medical drug use and chemical exposures. Free. 6:30pm. Maulfair Medical Center, 2970 Corporate Court. Orefield.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24 Facial Oriental Health Assessment – Steve Hoog.

Your face tells the story of your overall health.

Learn how every part of your face (colors, blemishes, wrinkles, and marks) is related to your organs and systems; and, how eating and lifestyle changes can improve your health. 6:30-8:30 pm, $45, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355 Vitamins, Natural vs. Synthetic, Lecture – Dr. Tom Wachtmann, D.C. Learn about the huge differences between the two, how to tell the difference when reading labels, how they influence and affect your body, manufacturing techniques, and benefits of providing your body with nutrients as nature intended – in a whole food form. 7-8 pm, $20, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610.395.3355

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25 Thermographic Diagnostic Imaging for Breast Health Assessment – 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 Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610.395.3355 Free Intro to Tai Chi – This class is for those new to tai chi and looking to get information on what the tai chi classes include. 7:45-8:45pm. Please call to reserve your space. 610.867.9642 Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem.

savethedate Get Hot Seven Days a Week Push yourself to your edge in Lehigh Valley Yoga’s Hot Yoga room. These challenging Vinyasa flow classes is held in a ninety-eight degree room designed to build strength and stamina while offering detoxifing benefits.

Sunday 10am, noon, 5:30; Monday 8am, 4:30pm, 730pm; Tuesday 10am, 4:30pm, 6pm, and 7:30pm; Wednesday 4:30, 7pm; Thursday noon, 4:30pm, 6pm, and 7:30pm; Friday 10am, noon, and 6pm; Saturday 8:30am, noon . Lehigh Valley Yoga, 1701 Union Blvd in Allentown.

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Reiki Level II Workshop – The Usui System of Reiki Healing is a hands-on healing practice. Receive your Level 2 attunement by experienced Reiki masGeriatric & Retirement Home Massage – 14 ters and begin healing yourself and others. Includes CEUs 2 day massage workshop with Kathleen attunement, manual, techniques and reiki symbols.

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Feldenkrais® Method – This method of gentle movements helps you improve your capabilities and overcome injuries by teaching your brain to re-organize and rebuild physical movements.

5:45-6:45 pm, $75/6 classes, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355

Care Alternatives Volunteers – Care Alternatives is actively recruiting Reiki Practitioners, Certified Massage Therapists and Comfort Volunteers to impact the lives of Hospice patients. 866-821-1212.

Yoga Basics, mixed levels - Kripalu yoga will help you perform daily activities pain free and with greater ease by developing deeper self-awareness using the basics of yoga combined with the gentle movements of Feldenkrais®, 7-8 pm, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355

Hike, Bike and Kayak – Join the Sierra Club of the Lehigh Valley and enjoy nature. See meetup site for activities: www.meetup.com/Sierra-ClubLehigh-Valley-Group/ First Strides – An introductory walking/running program for women. Offering group walks, education and support. Bethlehem-Sand Island, Hanover Township, Bethlehem Township and Poconos locations. Go to FirstStrides.com for days and times.

sunday Sunday Services – Metaphysical and non-denominational. Rev. Lloyd Moll, Pastor - Unique Sunday services 10:30 am. All welcome! St. John’s Church of Faith, 607 Washington St Allentown. 610-776-7211 Go With The Flow Yoga, mixed levels – Leave refreshed and calm with this energizing class that moves you through a series of poses linked with the breath followed by stretching and savasana (relaxation). 9:30-10:30 am, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355

Raja (Classical) Yoga – Class offers philosophy, postures, breathing techniques, cleansing practices, relaxations and specific meditations. Handouts included. No exp nec. 10-11:30am & 6-7:30pm. $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484515-8356.

monday Raja (Classical) Yoga - Each class offers philosophy, postures, breathing techniques, cleansing practices, relaxations and specific meditations. Handouts included.

No exp necessary. 5:45-7:15pm, $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356.

Hooping for Good – A series for all levels who wish to incorporate (hula) hooping into their daily routine for low impact fitness, meditation, fun, and feeling great. Hoops provided. 7:30-8:30pm, $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. Call 484-515-8356 HourYoga/Yoga Workout - 8:15am and noon- Also meets on Tuesdays and Fridays. $10. Kula Heart Yoga, 3864 Courtney St, Bethlehem. 610-746-5852 Yogalates, mixed levels – Integrating yoga and Pilates for fitness, strength, and flexibility with the spirituality of Yoga and strengthening of the body’s core muscles with Pilates. 5:30–6:30 pm, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355

Gentle Yoga – With Melanie Smith. Learn to slowly build strength & flexibility while also using restorative postures and breath work to relax. No previous yoga experience required. 7-8:15pm.Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem.

610.867.9642 Yoga for Health – A physical (hatha) style yoga class for the mind, body and spirit--without the impact and stress to joints. Improve strength, posture, flexibility, balance and lung capacity. Balance the nervous system. 6-7pm. Allentown YMCA & YWCA, 425 S. 15th St. Call 610-434-9333.

Community Exchange Time Bank - When neighbors exchange services everyone benefits.

Group Orientations held on the Third Monday of each month at The Center for Healthy Aging at LV Hospital, 17th and Chew Streets, Allentown.

610-969-2486 for more information.

tuesday Qigong - Join this fun, stress-free meditative movement class for a positive attitude, to manage aches,

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pains, and anxiety, and much more! Specific Medical Qigong and energy cultivation will be explained and practiced. Call for start date, 11am-noon, $99/8 wks.

Twin Ponds Center, W. Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355 Go With The Flow Yoga, mixed levels – Leave refreshed and calm with this energizing class that moves you through a series of poses linked with the breath followed by stretching and savasana (relaxation). 4:30-5:30 pm, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355 Pilates, Beginners – Char Brummundt. Yes, Pilates is fun! Great for back and shoulder problems.

Improve, stabilize, and energize as you stretch and tone with balls, rollers, and towels. Give Pilates a try. Your first class is free. 5:45-6:45 pm, $75/6 classes, Twin Ponds Center, W. Lehigh Valley, 610.395.3355 Coordination Pattern™ Breakthru Training – Learn to improve the way you function, both physically & mentally, for success in life and the release of pain and stress with simple, easy exercises. 7-8 pm, $75/6 wks., Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355

New Warrior Training Adventure – Sponsored by The ManKind Project. The training adventure provides men an opportunity for focused self examination and personal growth. A local MKP men’s group meets in the Lehigh Valley every other Tuesday. For more info call 866-820-1691 or visit MKP.org.

MAREA Meeting – Monthly meetings of the MidAtlantic Renewable Energy Association held the last Tuesday of the month. Open to the public and free of charge. Held at TEK Park in Breinigsville at 7p.m. Get involved with planning the annual Energy Festival.

Visit www.themarea.org for more information.

Free Reiki Clinic – Collaborating practitioners serve all who want to experience the healing benefits of Reiki. 1st Tuesday of every month. Sessions are 20 minutes each. 6-8:30pm. RSVP required to 610-7394201. Church of the Manger, 1401 Greenview Drive, Bethlehem. Near Westgate Mall Living Green in the Lehigh Valley – Environmentalthemed segments about reducing one’s carbon footprint will air during “On the Media” on WDIY 88.1 FM. Produced locally by Annie Prince and Bruce Wilson. 6pm.

Visit www.wdiy.org to listen online.

Deeper Expressions Yoga, mixed levels – Learn the principles of yoga while gradually building a stronger practice, creating a clearer mind, and increasing flexibility and confidence. Align with your optimal “self.” 6:45-8 pm, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355

Hatha Yoga - Works on harmonizing and transforming the whole being, physically, emotionally, mentally and intellectually, to bring about balance on all these levels. 10-11:30am, $11 in advance or $13 walk-in.

Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356

Tai Chi – Improve strength and promote calm and harmony by improving energy flow. 6:307:45pm. Please call or click to reserve your space.

610.867.9642. Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem.

Meditation - Learn how to speak and repeat specific mantras, then take them into meditation to experience their healing and empowering effects. 5-6pm, $11 in advance or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville.

484-515-8356.

Raja (Classical) Yoga - Class offers philosophy, postures, breathing techniques, cleansing practices, relaxations and specific meditations. Handouts included. No exp necessary. 6:15-7:45pm, $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville.

484-515-8356.

wednesday Community Yoga – An open class for anyone to come and try yoga and experience the many benefits for just $5. 7:15 pm. Mondays at 7:15. Kula Heart Yoga, 3864 Courtney St, Bethlehem. 610-746-5852 Yoga for Health – A physical (hatha) style yoga class for the mind, body and spirit--without the impact and stress to joints. Improve strength, posture, flexibility, balance and lung capacity. Balance the nervous system. 6-7pm. Allentown YMCA & YWCA, 425 S. 15th St. Call 610-434-9333.

YogaStretch® – A style of yoga for active older adults. Includes a variety of safe and fun yoga postures. Using a chair for support.

Work at your own pace to build flexibility and endurance. Breathwork is coordinated with yoga postures. 1:30-2:30pm. YMCA/YWCA, 425 S. 15th St. Allentown. 610-434-9333.

Pilates, Beginners – Char Brummundt. Yes, Pilates is fun! Great for back and shoulder problems. Improve, stabilize, and energize as you stretch and tone with balls, rollers, and towels. Try Pilates.

Your first class is free. 9:30-10:30 am, $75/6 classes, Twin Ponds Center, W. Lehigh Valley, 610.395.3355

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Mindful Eating, Freedom from Emotional Eating – Jennifer Scaia. Experience conscious eating with a small group in an environment of acceptance, kindness, and curiosity while exploring your hunger and food choices. Bring a meal or cook at the center. Call for start date, 6-7:30 pm, $80/4 weeks, $80/private session, Twin Ponds Center, W. Lehigh Valley, 610.395.3355 Yogalates, all levels – Integrating yoga and Pilates for fitness, strength, and flexibility with the spirituality of Yoga and strengthening of the body’s core muscles with Pilates. 6-7 pm, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355 Tai Chi – A gentle movement class that helps with balance, coordination, blood pressure, cardio respiratory function, sleep, the ability to move and much more! Tai Chi (energy) is created strengthening and energizing your body. 7:15-8:15 pm, $99/8 wks., Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355 Raja (Classical) Yoga - Offers philosophy, postures, breathing techniques, cleansing practices, relaxations and specific meditations. Handouts included.

No exp nec. 8:30-10am & 7:15-8:45pm. $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville.

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Family Yoga - A fun way to teach children yoga and at the same time get your own practice in!

Learn about your mind-body connection, balancing, coordination, the importance of breathing, stretching and relaxation. 4:15-5pm, $13 for 2 or $20 for 3 or more people. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville, 484-515-8356.

Sierra Club Meeting – Join us at our monthly meeting on the fourth Wednesday of each month except July. All are welcome. Bring ideas and environmental concerns. 7pm. Room 640S, Fowler Center, NCCC, Third and Buchanan Streets, South Bethlehem. Email lvsierraclub@gmail.com for more info.

Living Green in the Lehigh Valley – Environmental-themed segments about reducing one’s carbon footprint will air during “All Things Considered” on WDIY 88.1 FM. Produced locally by Annie Prince and Bruce Wilson. 5:45pm. Visit www.wdiy.org to listen online.

Easton/Bethlehem Area Lyme Support Group – Meets the first Wednesday of every month to discuss and answer questions. 7 to 8:30pm. Country Meadows, 4035 Green Pond Rd., Bethlehem. Open to public. Contact Heidi Healy at 610-882-2253 with questions.

Spiritual Healing and Meditation – 7 PM - 9 PM - 1st Wednesday of each month. Weather permitting. Everyone is welcome. St. John’s Church of Faith, 607 Washington Street Allentown PA. 610-791-2641 Tai Chi – Improve strength and promote calm and harmony by improving energy flow. 11:00am12:15pm. Please call or click to reserve your space.

610.867.9642. Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem.

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8:45pm) $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., 484-515-8356.

Hatha Yoga - Works on harmonizing and transforming the whole being, physically, emotionally, mentally and intellectually, to bring about balance on all these levels. 5:30-7pm, $11 in advance or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484515-8356.

Laughter Yoga - Come laugh your stress away! Simple movements and games dissolve self-consciousness, leading to prolonged belly laughter - the most fun therapy ever. 7-8 pm. First class is free. Inspired By You Spa & Studio, 50 East Broad St, Bethlehem. 610-419-8819.

Reiki & Aromatherapy Circle -Learn more about the healing arts of Japanese Reiki and Aromatherapy. Lecture, meditation, mini Reiki session with an essential oil sample. Meets the last Thursday of each month. 6:30-7:45pm guest & practitioners. $5. Must RSVP. Emmaus. Handicap accessible.

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Tai Chi – Improve strength and promote calm and harmony by improving energy flow. 6:307:45pm. Please call or click to reserve your space.

610.867.9642. Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem Weekly Stress Relief Coaching Group – Join others in a group setting to manage stress with multiple holistic approaches. 9:15-10:30am or 5:156:30pm. $25 session. Creative Holistic Therapy, 3037 S. Pike Ave (Rte 145) #105, Allentown. Call 610-282-0709.

Free Herbal Consultations – Learn a natural way to address health and wellness issues. Herbalist available for Free Mini Consult, Every Thursday 11am -5pm. David Harder RH (AHG) at Nature’s Way, Easton. 610-253-0940.

Community Exchange Time Bank - When neighbors exchange services everyone benefits.

Group Orientations held on the 1st Wednesday of each month 6-8pm at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenburg Campus, RT22 and Shoenersville Rd, Bethlehem. 610-969-2486 for more information.

Oneness Blessings - 7 PM - 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. St. John’s Church of Faith, 607 Washington Street, Allentown. 610-776-7211 Align & Shine Yoga – This invigorating class is designed to slowly unwind the student through preparatory posses while building toward a steady flow focused on building strength and flexibility.

6:30-7:30 am, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355 Pilates, Beginners – Char Brummundt. Yes, Pilates is fun! Great for back and shoulder problems.

Improve, stabilize, and energize as you stretch and tone with balls, rollers, and towels. Give Pilates a try. Your first class is free. 5:45-6:45 pm, $75/6 classes, Twin Ponds Center, W. Lehigh Valley, 610.395.3355 Coordination Pattern™ Breakthru Training – Learn to improve the way you function, both physically & mentally, for success in life and the release of pain and stress with simple, easy exercises. 7-8 pm, $75/6 wks., Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355 Yoga for Athletes, NEW - Regular practice of yoga builds core strength, increases balance and flexibility, and brings breath awareness—integral to any athletic activity. Prevent injuries and of-

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6-6:50 pm, Twin Ponds Center, W. Lehigh Valley, 610.395.3355 Iyengar Yoga, Levels 1–2 – Builds upon preliminary poses with an emphasis on body alignment in order to develop strength, balance, and flexibility. Props will be used to assist students as they go deeper into each pose. 7-8:15 pm, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355

friday Beginner’s Yoga – Attention to alignment and self love make this class a perfect one for those beginning or challenged with limitations. 10-11 am, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355 Vegan Supper Club – Every Weekend in Hereford.

Call or email for details. yogawithwendy@yahoo. com 484-330-6405 Yoga/Core Flow 1&2 – With Laurel Attanasio.

Friday 9:30-10:45am. Learn how to use your core in every yoga pose, taking your practice to a higher level. Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem. 610.867.9642 Yoga for All - Come together to celebrate life and to feel good - Beginners, all levels and all ages welcome. Donation-based yoga class in Easton. 5-6pm at Kim’s Healing Center, 1223 Butler St., Easton. 610559-7280

saturday Gentle Hatha Yoga- Works on harmonizing and transforming the whole being, physically, emotionally, mentally and intellectually. For those looking to gently ease into yoga. 8:15-9:45am. $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356, Kundalina Yoga – A 5,000-year-old authentic system of yoga exercise and meditation that promotes mental, physical, and spiritual well-being by combining a dynamic blend of postures, movement, breath, meditation, and sound current . 10-11:30am, $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville.

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Kripalu Yoga, mixed levels – Greater self-awareness by learning the basics of yoga and gentle movements of Feldenkrais will help you perform daily activities with greater ease, pleasure and without pain.11:30 am-12:30 pm, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355 Vegan Supper Club – Every Weekend in Hereford.

Call or email for details. yogawithwendy@yahoo. com 484-330-6405 Bicycle Lessons - Learn to ride a bike at any age. Ride confidently in any traffic situation. Learn maintenance/repair. Year-round. Bethlehem Bicycle Cooperative (BBC). Certified instructors. Downtown Bethlehem, www.car-free.org Gamblers Anonymous Meeting – If you have a gambling problem please join us every Saturday morning from 11am-1pm at St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem in the Education Center. Rm 111. For more information call 215-872-5635.

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Allow your body to heal itself and restore your vital life force with Shiatsu. Relieve stress, anxiety, back pain, digestive issues and headaches. Shiatsu also helps with fertility and reproductive problems. Move stagnant energy, remove blockages and create balance in the body’s major energy systems. Trained at International School of Shiatsu. Available by appointment.See ad, page 48.

MARIE RUXTON THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE Marie Ruxton CMT, CN 628 Chestnut Street 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 48.

MODERN CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY David Nemeroff, NCBTMB 2008 Eberhart Rd, Whitehall, PA 18052 610-737-4212 www.therapy4healing.com

Restore balance to your body and decrease pain with the power of Craniosacral Therapy. This gentle and non-invasive western osteopathic technique can help relieve many pain issues including migraines, back pain, neck problems, vertigo, TMJ, stress, neurological issues and much more. David Nemeroff also works with your pet’s problems like hip dysplasia, mobility issues and cribbing. See ad, page 38

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CHIROPRACTOR 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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Smart Solutions and Creative Holistic Therapy 3037 S. Pike Ave. #105 Allentown, PA 18103 610-282-0709 www.creativeholistictherapy.com

A holistic counselor and coach, using hypnotherapy, chakra energy clearing, Reiki, mindfulness & more to help you shift from limited, fear-based 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.

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 21

COLON HYDROTHERAPY PATHWAYS HOLISTIC CENTER

4833 Chestnut St. Emmaus, PA 18049 610.966.7001 www.pathwaysholistic.com

Gail-Elaine Tinker, M.S., R.M. 3005 Broadhed Road #260 Bethlehem, PA 18020

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Cleansing and rebuilding the colon is one of the most essential steps to enhancing your health & wellbeing and reclaiming your life. Safe, effective method of removing waste from the large intestine. Full services available on site, in addition to educational and teaching seminars to certify interested parties. See ad, page 33 and 53

NEW LEAF WELLNESS CENTER 21 Main Street Clinton, NJ 08809 908-713-1900 NewLeafWellness.com

Positive and holistic approach to addictions, anxiety, chronic illness/ pain, depression, grief and trauma.

Offering individual, adolescent, family, and small group counseling as well as advocacy, life-coaching, reiki and aftercare support. Dynamic techniques of relaxation, mind/body awareness, art/narrative therapy, play therapy, and psycho-education with talk therapy to facilitate empowerment and selfdirected change.

FUNERAL SERVICES

NICOS C. ELIAS FUNERAL HOME, INC

Offering colon hydrotherapy, detoxification, wellness coaching and other services to cleanse, maintain and restore health. Colonics are a hygienic and safe method of removing toxins, can boost your immune system, restore proper ph in the body and restore regular bowel movement.

Nicos C. Elias, Supervisor Allentown, PA. 610-433-2200 www.eliasfuneralhome.com

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

COUNSELING – HOLISTIC

HEALTH COACH

Meg Deak MCAT, LPC

Vitality in Emmaus & Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center 610-504-4830 www.eft4stress.com

Are you ready for change? Does tension, stress and anxiety get in your way? How would things be, if you could easily release anger, fear, guilt or sadness?

Does trauma from your past interfere with enjoying your life, now? Call Meg today to schedule a free, 20 minute consultation.

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Health & Wellness Nurse Navigators, LLC

Kathleen DeVaul, MSN, RN, CHC 420 Hamsher Avenue Topton, PA 19562 484-661-6786 www.hwnursenavigators.com

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Offering integrative health coaching services that are individualized to meet your needs and goals. Find out how to lose weight safely, increase your energy and learn how to live an abundant life. Let us help you navigate your path towards wellness today. Please call for your free initial health consultation!

HOLISTIC CENTER GREENSHIRE ARTS CONSORTIUM

Institute for Holistic Studies Directors: Jim and Arlene Curley Quakertown, Pennsylvania 215-538-0976 GreenshireArts.org

Dedicated to helping people improve the quality of life while they strengthen, revitalize, and explore new horizons through holistic studies, creative arts, conversation, retreats and community involvement.

In a nurturing atmosphere, individuals are invited to experience Greenshire’s space for peace while awakening to the Art of Inspired Living. See ad, page 51.

PATHWAYS HOLISTIC CENTER 4833 Chestnut St. Emmaus, PA 18049 610.966.7001 www.pathwaysholistic.com

Combining a variety of the finest holistic healing methods, we help shape your new path to reclaim life and become balanced & whole once again. Over 15 years of restoring health from within by cleansing, nourishing. Comprehensive physical, mental, spiritual and emotional healing services offered plus nutrition programs, prepared foods, retreats, catering services. See ad, page 33 and 53

TWIN PONDS INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CENTER

628 Twin Ponds Rd, Fogelsville Area, 610-395-3355 www.twinpondscenter.com

Over 20 practitioners offering techniques for stress management, relaxation, mind/ movement challenges, life & professional concerns, emotional distress, weight management, spine/joint pain, and much more. Call today for more information or to register for a private session, class, workshop or retreat. See ad, page 9 and 30

HOLISTIC HEALTH ABIBA WELLNESS Barbara Fenton Emmaus, PA 18049 610-967-5106 www.abiba.com

Helping individuals find their inner balance, beauty, and peace while enhancing their harmony, happiness, and overall wellness.

Offering Reiki, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, and other healing modalities in a relaxing environment. Seminars, workshops, healing retreats, and Certified Reiki classes are available.

DANCING DRAGONFLIES WISDOM Ingrid Geronimo Founder & Life Coach 888-228-0244 / 908-213-3214 www.dancingdragonflieswisdom.com

Intuitive Life Coach to help you uncover and overcome the limited self-talk that has kept you from living the life you’ve always desired. Let me guide you to your next best life. Your best thinking has gotten you where you are, let me show you how much further you can go! Intuitive Reiki Sessions for $1 per minute.

OPTIONS HYPNOSIS

Betsy’s readings are compassionate, straight forward, and inspirational. All subjects, such as relationships, career, health, life path, past lives etc. are addressed in readings. Guidance is given to help an individual evolve, grow and restore inner balance, inner peace and happiness. Workshops in energy reading, intuitive development and mindfulness meditation.

MEDITATION & WELLNESS EFFORTLESS MEDITATION

Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center 628 Twin Ponds Rd., West Lehigh Valley 610.395.3355 www.twinpondscenter.com

Destress, 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 30+ years. Introductory classes and a 10-hour course.

HYPNOTHERAPY C.H.A.N.G.E.

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MINDFUL CHANGE

Ashley M. Taylor 40 Clarendon Dr. Easton, PA 18040 484.548.0622 www.mindfulchangehypnotherapy.com

Through hypnotherapy, realize your inner potential for greatness, success, health, and wellness. When you change your mind, you change your life. Quit Smoking, Lose Weight, Gain Confidence and Achieve More.

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With hypnosis, you CAN overcome stress, pain, depression, or fear. You CAN successfully manage your weight and quit smoking - whatever is keeping you from the life you want.

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BETSY THOMSON

Intuitive Counselor Quakertown, Pa / NYC 212-460-1810 tarot-card-psychic.com

Michael Taras, DMD, FAGD, FIND, CNC, IBDM, NMD

561 Main Street, Suite 290 Bethlehem, PA 18018 484-893-0096 www.optionshypnosis.com

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.

NATURAL DENTISTRY BEATA A. CARLSON, D.D.S.

Cosmetic and Natural Dentistry 2600 Newburg Rd. Easton, PA 18045 610-252-1454 www.beatacarlson.com

Dr. Carlson begins with a Natural or Holistic approach to enhance your physical health and eliminate any compromise to the immune system. Mercury free, non-surgical periodontal treatment, tooth whitening, cosmetic makeovers and herbal support in a gentle, relaxing and caring atmosphere.

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Dr. Taras is a mercury free, holistic dentist who performs safe mercury filling removal and is the developer of the mercury protection program.

Mercury testing, pH, ozone, homeopathics, ionic minerals, & drainage remedies are used to heal patients naturally. See ad, page 15.

NATURAL FAMILY MEDICINE A NATURAL MEDICINE CLINIC

DR. MICHAEL JUDE LOQUASTO, ND, PHD, DC Lehigh Valley Professional Center 2571 Baglyos Circle, Suite B-27 Bethlehem, PA 18020 * 484-821-1460 www.drmichaelloquasto.com

Specializing in Natural Medicine for over 25 years, Dr. Loquasto holds doctorates in Naturopathy, Nutrition and Chiropractic Internal Medicine. He is also a Master Herbalist as well as a certified Clinical and Dietitian Nutritionist. Dr. Loquasto offers custom formulations for specific conditions and non-invasive chelation therapy. In addition the following tests are done at the clinic: 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 diabetes and other health issues. The goal is to restore and/or maintain a healthy lifestyle.

PHILLIP GETSON, D.O.

Family Physician · Board Certified Thermologist Serving Bethlehem, Easton and Fogelsville www.healththroughawareness.com www.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. Outreach assessments available in PA. See ad, page 24.

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MAULFAIR MEDICAL CENTER Conrad Maulfair, D.O. 2970 Corporate Court, Suite 1 Orefield, PA 18069 610-682-2104

TWIN PONDS INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CENTER

628 Twin Ponds Rd., West Lehigh Valley 610.395.3355 www.twinpondscenter.com

www.drmaulfair.com, www.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 – Purely You, and many other treatment programs. Maulfair Medical Center brings the best of both worlds to their patients. See ad, page 43.

Let our world class practitioners help you relieve stress, renew your over-all health and achieve more in your life.

Our services are appropriate for people of all ages.

Call today for more information or to register for a private session, class or workshop. See ad, pages 9 and 30.

WOODLANDS HEALING RESEARCH

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

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.

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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 an integrated therapy and diagnostic center. We offer Iridology, Thermographic Imaging, Nutrigenomics and Nutrition, nutraMetrix, Homeopathy, Herbology, Blood Typing, Hair Analysis, Ion Cleansing, Reflexology, Reiki, and Qi-Cultivation classes. When people have been everywhere else and are still sick, they come visit us. See ad, page 41.

Robert E Hartzell RPH, CCN Shelley Surber RD, LDN 300 American Street Catasauqua, Pa 18032 610-264-5471 ext 237

Offering our successful (FLT) First Line Therapy, and Ultra Lite therapeutic Life style programs. Our programs will help with weight concerns; blood sugar concerns, cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure. Let us help to implement healthy changes into your life. Change your life, Take back your health.

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NATUROPATH NATURAL HEALTH PROMOTION LLC

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 19.

NUTRITIONAL TECHNOLOGIES Nicholas Theodorou ND 5 Stonecroft Drive Easton, PA 18045 610-258-1894 Nutritek.net

“Dr. Nick” Traditional Naturopath. Get and stay healthy. Proven Five-Point Program teaches you about eating a wholesome diet, prudent exercise, the proper use of supplements, getting quality sleep and reducing stress. Internationally recognized expertise on nutritional supplements including glutathione enhancement! Free mini-consults! Call or email for information.

NUTRITION & EDUCATION WELLNESS SIMPLIFIED

Dian Freeman Morristown, NJ 973-267-4816 www.WellnessSimplified.com

Nutritionist Dian Freeman and staff nutritionists LuAnn Peters - Brenda Woodruff of Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown, NJ, offer private nutritional consultations, Applied Kinesiology and Ondamed biofeedback sessions. Dian also teaches classes and a nutritional certification course in preparation for the national Certified Nutritional Counselor (CNC) exam. Also, to address energetic and vibrational healing, a variety of crystal and energy healers are available by appointment and LuAnn mixes personalized formulas combining various Bach flower remedies. See ad, page 11.

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NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING ALICIA RAMBO-WOSNIAK

Center for Healthy Living @ Easton Yoga 524 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042 610.923.7522 www.eastonyoga.com

Are you in a food rut? Want to lose a few pounds? Feeling sluggish and unmotivated? Whole foods detoxing is what your body need. I offer customized detox plans and whole-body care. Over 10 years of wellness experience through yoga and now offering wellness coaching through lifestyle and nutritional counseling. Free Health Consultations, call now!

Laura Timbrook

Holistic Health Coach C.H.C Nazareth, PA 18064 484-291-4848 LauraTimbrook.com

Spend an hour to work on your nutrition and goals with a trained professional. As a Health Coach, I create a supportive environment that will enable you to achieve all of your health goals. I have studied all the major dietary theories and use practical lifestyle coaching methods to guide you in discovering which approach works best for you. Call today for a Free Health History Consultation

INTEGRATIVE NUTRITION

Gale Maleskey, MS, RD, LDN Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center

628 Twin Ponds Rd., West Lehigh Valley 610.395.3355 www.twinpondscenter.com

Learn how to live a healthier life, recover from serious illness, lose weight, gain energy, and develop life-sustaining habits, using a coaching-based, integrative nutrition approach. Gale Maleskey is a registered dietitian, licensed Wellness Coach, and trained at Dr. Andrew Weil’s Program in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona. Call for a free 20-minute, get-acquainted chat.

THE JOYFUL ELEPHANT

Michelle M.L. Trent, MBA, NET Certified Nutritional Education Trainer and Food Coach Bethlehem, PA 484.515.6603 - JoyfulElephant.com

Providing food coaching, menu planning, and handson cooking demos. My training is in plant-based diets for weight loss and disease prevention and reversal as seen in the film Forks Over Knives. I support, motivate, and encourage you to reach your wellness goals. I help you to try new recipes and broaden your skill set so that you can feel confident in preparing healthy, tasty meals.

REFLEXOLOGY b.healthy

Stephanie M. Shelly, CHC, MRP 3864 Courtney Street, Suite 150 Bethlehem, PA 18017

484-903-8381 • www.StephanieMShelly.com

Stephanie is a medical reflexology practitioner, certified health coach, and chef. Her focus is to stop further deterioration, persuade the body to biologically correct itself, strengthen and reinforce all systems of the body, and continue the body’s maintenance of good health. See ad, page 41.

SPIRITAL HEALING SHUMEI

361 E. Main St.,Kutztown, PA 19530 484-788-8328 penn@shumei.org • www.shumei.org

Jyorei was developed by Mokichi Okada in Japan in the early part of the twentieth century. It is a simple yet profound healing art in which spiritual Light is focused on others. One Jyorei session usually takes about ten minutes. No fee is requested for the session, although donations are accepted. Hours: Mon, Thu and Fri 3pm-5pm, 2nd and 4th Wed 5pm-7pm.

STUCTURAL INTEGRATION ANDREI KAZLOUSKI

Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center 628 Twin Ponds Rd., West Lehigh Valley 610.395.3355 • www.twinpondscenter.com

ROLFMETHODOFSTRUCTURAL 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 28.

THERMOGRAPHIC IMAGING Liesha Getson, BCTT, HHC

Board Certified Thermologist Technician Holistic Health Counselor Serving Bethlehem, Easton and Fogelsville www.healththroughawareness.com www.tdinj.com • 856-596-5834

A Board Certified Thermographic Technician has imaged thousands of patients for many types of health concerns. She is a Holistic Health Counselor and is a member of the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. A founding partner of Health Through Awareness in Marlton, NJ, a cooperative wellness center that provides a variety of alternative services to facilitate healthy living including nutrition and lifestyle counseling, Reiki, thermography, and biopuncture. Liesha administers outreach thermogram assessments in several eastern PA centers regularly. See ad, page 24.

YOGA

VETERINARIAN – HOLISTIC LEE SIMPSON DVM, CVA

KULA HEART YOGA

100% Holistic practice for dogs and cats since 2000.

Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture. Experience using only alternative healing includes, homemade diets, herbs, acupuncture and nutraceuticals to help cancer patients, severe allergies, and other serious diseases as well as musculoskeletal problems. Please check the website for more information.

Bringing community of the hearts together as we embrace diversity & celebrate life. Diverse yoga classes, certified/ registered yoga teachers, Yoga Teacher Training, Kid’s/Family yoga, Therapeutic, Restorative, Anusara Inspired, Kundalini, Prenatal, & Pilates. Workshops with internationally renowed teachers. Massage therapy services in our beautiful wellness center. New student special $30 for 30 days unlimited yoga.

3864 Courtney St, Bethlehem 610-746-5852 www.kulaheartyoga.com Facebook: Yoga at Kulaheartyoga

1141 Hawk Mountain Rd Kempton, PA 19529 610-756-6036 HealingOptionsForAnimals.com

VETERINARY CANINE REHABILITATION ANIMAL THERAPY CENTER

QUIET HEART YOGA, FITNESS & HOLISTIC HEALTH, R.Y.S. 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville, PA 18106, Unit #7 www.quietheartyoga.com quietheartyoga@hotmail.com, 484-515-8356

Pamela J. Mueller, PhD DVM 3247 B Wimmer Road Bethlehem, PA 10820 610-865-4348 www.AnimalTherapyCenter.com

Dr. Mueller is a veterinarian with advanced training in exercise physiology and canine rehabilitation. We welcome dogs with neurologic problems, sports injuries and following surgery. Aquatic exercise can rejuvenate geriatric pets and condition competition companions. See ad, page 13.

VETERINARY ACUPUNCTURE ANIMAL THERAPY CENTER

At affordable costs and convenient times, we offer Raja (Classical), Kundalini, Hatha, Family Yoga, and Bellydancing. Experience a unique and welcoming atmosphere for all ages and levels of experience.

Reiki and other healing workshops, kirtans and more. Medical Massage Therapy and Energy Healing also available. Contact us for more info!

THE YOGA LOFT

521 E 4th St., 3rd Floor (above Cantelmi’s Hardware) Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-867-YOGA (9642) www.theyogaloftofbethlehem.com

Danielle Dulin MVB,CVA 3247 B Wimmer Rd. Bethlehem, PA 18020 610-865-4348 AnimalTherapyCenter.com

The Yoga Loft offers quality yoga instruction for students of all levels in a variety of styles. We also offer workshops and other special events, Certified Yoga Teacher Training, Belly dance, Tai Chi, Prenatal Yoga, and Mat Pilates See ad, page 50.

Dr. Dulin is a veterinarian certified in medical acupuncture for animals.

Acupuncture has been used in humans and animals for over 4000 years and is a good adjunctive therapy to western treatment plans to increase overall vitality and energy and produce profound changes on physical and emotional levels. See ad, page 13.

VETERINARY PHYSICAL THERAPY ANIMAL THERAPY CENTER

Beth Kenny M.P.T 3247 B Wimmer Rd., Bethlehem, PA 18020 610-865-4348

A physical therapist with 17 years experience, including special education in canine anatomy and conditions for the past 10 years. Utilize many of the same rehabilitative techniques and therapies used for years with humans to help your animal companion recover from injury, surgery, or to improve their quality of life in the golden years. See ad, page 13.

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classifieds APEALS Big Brothers Big Sisters – Needs volunteers for children living in Phillipsburg. Please call today to learn how you can help a child grow up. 908-6890436 or INFO@BBBSHSW.ORG Healers Wanted – Help us to aid in the healing environment at Pocono Medical Center. Seeking volunteers for the Complementary & Alternative Medicine Program. Interested practitioners in Reiki and massage, artists and musicians please contact Jill Howell at 570-476-3443 or email JHowell@ pmcHealthSystem.org .

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COURSES Hypnotherapy Certification Classes - 150 hours.

“At Home” and/or classroom environment and “hands-on” practice experience. Reasonably priced!

Payment plans accepted. For more info or to register contact Bev Bley L.P.N;C.M.Ht. at C.H.A.N.G.E. 610.797.8250. 2020 Downyflake Lane, Suite 302B Allentown. .

Personal and Professional Online Training – Courses available in Green Design, Sustainability, Alternative Energy, plus some fun classes in landscaping, Feng Shui and more. Continuing Education for Professionals, such as Green Building, LEED, and Sustainability Certification. www. bfenvironmental.com

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Licensed Massage Therapist - Rental space in Chiropractic office in Bethlehem. Call 610-9973992 for more information.

Massage Therapist Needed – Acupuncturist and massage therapist seeking licensed massage therapist. Opportunity for referrals for qualified professional. 2020 Downyflake Lane, Allentown.

610-317-6064 Massage Therapist Wanted – Independent Massage Therapist wanted to join Nazareth Wellness Center. Not an hourly position. 610-365-8996 Therapists Needed – Experienced and certified massage therapists needed as Independent Contractors for west Lehigh Valley facility. Atmosphere is quiet, relaxed and professional. Please call 610-360-8636

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Queen Natural Latex Mattress – Used organic cotton/wool, 10 years old. Will last another 10-15 years. Allentown. 484-951-0926, $497 Cash Hypnotherapy CDs and DVDs – Weight Control, Smoking Cessation, Insomnia, Personal Development, Stress Management, Procrastination. Prices: CDs $29- DVDs $49. Call Bev at 610.797.8250 or order through “products” section at www.4change. com Mention this ad for a $5 discount!

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Herbal Packs, Lavander Packs and Cool Downz – various styles, shapes and patterns. Prices: $7-$25.

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SERVICES One hour Therapeutic Massage – $50. Relaxing Chair Massage $20.00. Add a foot massage with chair massage $5 more. Jim Thorpe East Side call Deidra Kerrick Licensed Massage Therapist for appointment 267-980-0137.

Vegan/Vegetarian, organic, raw catering – By Chef Wendy of Balasia. call/text/email for details 484.330.6405. yogawithwendy@yahoo.com Professional Freelance Writing Services – Know what you want to say but not sure how to say it? Press releases, brochures, website content, newsletters and blogs. I do the writing so you don’t have to. Beth Davis, WriteSource, Inc. 239-269-6235 Personal Fitness & Golf Training – Sean Fahey.

Enjoy many benefits from working on your overall better health, specific physical goals, core work, endurance, functional strength, or sports specific improvements. Call for appt. and more info. Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610.395.3355

SPACE TO RENT Mount Eden Retreat Center – Beautiful facility, superb hospitality for groups. MountEdenRetreat. com. 908-689-8345 Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center – A conveniently located beautiful, relaxing environment, offers hourly/daily rates for room with capacity of 50 people. Great for workshops, seminars, etc.

Located just west of Rt. 100 between Fogelsville and Trexlertown, call 610.395.3355 Treatment Rooms Available - Measurements are 10x10 and 10x14. Peaceful setting and off street parking. Pathways Holistic Center, 4833 Chestnut St. Emmaus. 610-966-7001 Large open space available to rent hourly – In Bethlehem yoga studio with wood floors, lots of light and free parking. Please contact info@theyogaloftofbethlehem.com or 610-867-9642.

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