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contents 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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Spreading Good Will on Earth Through Art

by April Thompson

28 JULIA CAMERON SPEAKS FROM HER HEART Creating a Life Beyond Need and Worry

by Linda Sechrist

30 EXPLORING OUR CREATIVE SIDE

Engaging in Community Arts Brings Unexpected Rewards

by Judith Fertig

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The Drawbacks of a Wheat-Dominated Diet

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44 Clean Composting Turning Waste into an Asset

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46 Why Pets Need Real Food

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always arrive at the end of summer with mixed emotions.

This year, I’m glad I got to do several of the 100 things I wanted to. I saw some of my favorite musicians perform, participated in a series of awesome hot yoga classes and swam at many memorable places.

Warm weather finds me generally more relaxed, physically active and committed to having fun. It all helps me recharge and ends up sparking my imagination in unimagined ways. I think, “What a bummer to say goodbye to summer.”

But then I look around and see that every room in my house needs attention. Stacks of unfinished business and worthy ideas clutter my workspace. I can’t remember the last time I adhered to a fixed schedule or was as productive as I wanted to be. Thus, every season brings its own rewards. Maybe a little of the structure that Fall brings would be good for my creative pursuits.

In this month’s special Creative Expression issue, we explore what living an inspired life looks like and receive sound advice from experts and everyday people alike on how to make the breakthroughs necessary to realize our ideal.

Over the years, I have realized the importance of recognizing that everything we do is creative, from the thoughts we think to the meals we make to the ways we communicate. It takes far more than artists’ tools to consistently live a fearless, inspired, creative life—it takes courage.

What do you love to do? What song do you need to sing before you go? Are you working toward making that dream a reality? We hope this issue inspires and empowers you to step out of what is and into what can be, to give your unique gift to the world. You just never know the larger blessing awaiting you… until you take the leap.

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aura Timbrook, a certified holistic health coach, will be offering SPARK, a four-week beginners cleanse starting September 17. SPARK is designed to ignite one’s inner fire by boosting metabolism, providing freedom from cravings, increased energy, enhanced mood, well-being and more. The class includes four one-hour live cleanse coaching calls, recording of calls, online private community, recipes and one 30-minute, private, post cleanse consultation.

“The reason why I love cleanses is that it ignites your inner systems,” say Timbrook. “Once you see how good you look and feel you want to keep going, you get excited about the transformation. As a real food advocate, I love teaching on the importance of removing processed foods and sugar from our diets.

It’s important that I promote a healthy relationship with food because this plays a very crucial role in most health issues.”

Cost: $150. For more information, call 484-2914848 or visit LauraTimbrook.com/Spark. See ad, page 54.

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reenshire Arts Consortium has created a holistic middle school, to be located just east of Quakertown, whose focus is to prepare students to live confident and inspired lives as responsible stewards of self, community and planet.

The curriculum promotes academic excellence, creative self-expression and an opportunity where students can truly develop their whole being.

The school’s philosophy is based upon caring, support and appreciation, providing opportunities for students to explore both inwardly and outwardly. While acquiring knowledge and skills, meaningful growth and transformative change are applauded as each student begins developing into an interdependent adult.

This philosophy has been inspired by Jiddu Krishnamurti, as he affirmed, “If the unity of life and the oneness of its purpose could be clearly taught to the young, how much brighter would be our hopes for the future!” Equally inspiring from the Dalai Lama: “The good person, the student who is caring, compassionate, peaceful and tolerant. The student who sees all humanity as brothers and sisters.

The student whose heart is as well-educated as their mind.”

For those interested in joining this creative endeavor, contact Info@GreenshireArts.org or 215-538-0976. For detailed information, visit GreenshireArts.org. See ad, page 49.

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he Appalachian Mountain Club has released the Land Conservation and Trails Tracking System located on the Pennsylvania Highlands Conservation Information Center’s website (Henri.Newark.Rutgers. edu/phcic). The tracking system contains interactive and statistics of protected lands and trails within all counties and municipalities of the PA Highlands. The protected lands are organized into public and nonpublic fee and easement lands, plus local and regional hiking trials and water trails.

Highlands Mobile is a free, web-based mobile platform that makes it easy for individuals to fit more hiking, climbing, paddling and biking into their life by providing connections to nearby outdoor recreational opportunities through computers and smartphones. The site (HighlandsMobile.

Outdoors.org) provides interactive maps and directions for 38 of the Highlands’ top recreation destinations and lets users search by activity type or location.

The Appalachian Mountain Club works to promote outdoor recreation and to conserve the forests, fields, and streams of the Mid-Atlantic region, especially in the Pennsylvania Highlands, which includes the Lehigh Valley and areas south and west.

For more information, visit HikeTheHighlands.Outdoors.org. See ad, page 13.

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he holistic practitioners from the 860 Broad Street building in Emmaus invite the public to welcome autumn with a free Day of Wellness, from noon to 3 p.m.on Sunday, September 23. Activities will include a harvest vegetarian lunch featuring local and organic food, a talk by Pana Columbus entitled, “Creating Heaven on Earth Now,” chair massage with the Sanctuary of Healing Therapies, mini-acupuncture sessions and demonstrations with Lisa Baas, pranayama and ashtanga yoga classes with Erica McHugh and meditation and yin yoga with Britt Tagg, both from Emmaus Yoga. The event also marks the grand opening of Columbus’s new office at the building, to transformation coaching. and may not be reproduced This ad is dedicated the property of Natural Awakenings Lunch and all activities are free.

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he Fifth Lehigh Valley Watershed Conference is scheduled for Tuesday, October 9, at Lehigh University’s STEPS building, in Bethlehem. Photo courtesy of Keri maxfield This year’s conference theme is Rising Waters: What a Wetter Pennsylvania Means for Local Communities. The previous conferences have been great successes, with well over 200 participants attending talks on a variety of water resource and environmental resource topics and issues. The 2012 conference will feature a repeat of the very popular macroinvertebrate laboratory and several talks on the effects of changing patterns of precipitation on streams and municipal governments.

The conference will bring together watershed groups, municipal officials, educators, scientists, technical experts, agencies and industry representatives to forge partnerships to effectively protect and enhance the natural resources of the Lehigh Valley area. Sponsorships for the Fifth Lehigh Valley Watershed Conference are available.

For more information, including sponsorship, contact Erin Frederick at the Wildlands Conservancy at 610-965-4397, x137, or EFrederick@Wildlandspa.org. See ad, this page.

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After hearing a photographer’s story about quitting her unsatisfying corporate job and miraculously manifesting thousands with which she started her photography business, Columbus was inspired to leave her 10-year career as a New York actress. Weeks later, she manifested her own thousands and traveled to Greece, Hawaii and Egypt on a spiritual treasure hunt that transformed her to the core. The memoir is ideal reading for anyone needing a jolt of “anything’s possible” or a dose of juiciness, vitality, inspiration or courage.

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Featured speakers include Sharon Young, Laurie Moore, Steven Rosley, Corbie Mitlied, Darragh Hodges, Sandee Freidland, Jill Mattson, Dave Maloney and Rev. Sylvia Seward.

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The program offers the chance for patients, family, friends and associates in the Lehigh Valley to meet and brainstorm about future plans for lupus awareness and education in the region. Participants will be provided with refreshments and a gift bag. Free samples and literature will also be available.

The Comfort Suites is located at 3712 Hamilton Blvd., in Allentown. For more information, call 570-558-2008 or visit LupusPA.org.

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orty-three employees of Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., in Allentown, participated in a “Day of Caring” at Lehigh Gap Nature Center. After a brief introduction to the restoration work by LGNC Director Dan Kunkle, Dr. Jen Lansing, ecological consultant for the Superfund process, led a safety briefing for the volunteers. The volunteers were then divided into groups, with an LGNC intern assigned to work with each group.

Most of the teams were engaged in cutting birch trees and dragging them to one of several paths in the grassland area where they worked. The cut trees were stacked along the trails for easy access. The dead trees will be chipped and transported to another area of the Superfund site for disposal.

Six of the workers teamed up with LGNC’s Corey Husic to help with the monitoring of the forbs. While on the mountain, the workers were treated to various wildlife sightings including Blue Grosbeaks, a Common Nighthawk, a fawn and an adult Bald Eagle.

Scott Snyder, one of LGNC’s workers on the site, commented that it would have taken the interns three weeks to accomplish what this crowd did in one day. Kunkle thanked the group, complimenting their work ethic, and also saluted Air Products for supporting this day of caring by allowing workers to volunteer for LGNC while being paid their regular salary.

For more information, call 610-7608889 or visit LGNC.org.

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ome out and taste the flavors of fresh, locally grown foods at Lehigh Valley Harvest: A Celebration of Local Food and Farms (formerly Taste of the Lehigh Valley), from 1 to 4 p.m., September 30, at Lutron Electronics Co, Inc., in Coopersburg. The event will give participants the opportunity to taste the area’s most imaginative cuisine from its finest chefs, most dedicated farmers and freshest, locally grown ingredients.

Patrons can enjoy three new tasting rooms: All About Apples, Veritable Veggies and Checkin’ Out Cheeses. Several local farmers will be present in each room to greet visitors and offer samples of their products. Individuals can take a tour of the Lutron Experience Center with its energy-saving lighting controls and automated window treatments.

A special VIP hour, limited to 100 participants, will be held from noon to 1 p.m. Participants will receive the privilege of early admission, participation in an exclusive raffle and special cocktail and menu samplings.

Cost: $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Seniors, $20 and VIP tickets, $50.

Location: 7200 Suter Rd., Coopersburg. Proceeds will benefit the Greater Lehigh Valley chapter of Buy Fresh Buy Local and its programs to improve the local food economy. For more information, call BFBL-GLV at 610-703-6954 or visit BuyLocalGreaterLehighValley.org. See ad, page 64.

Welcome Autumn FREE with a Day of Wellness Sunday, September 23, 2012 • 12 noon-3pm 860 Broad Street • Emmaus, PA 12:00 Harvest Vegetarian Meal, local and organic foods 12:30 Talk by Pana, “Creating Heaven on Earth Now” 1-3 Chair massage with Sanctuary for Healing Therapies 1-3 Mini-acupuncture sessions and demonstrations with Lisa 1:30 Pranayama and Ashtanga Yoga with Erica 2:00 Meditation and Yin Yoga with Britt Free Raffle ~ Giveaways ~ Discounts

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Jyorei, which means “purification of the spirit,” is a purifying energy that promotes health and happiness. Based upon reports from those who have received Jyorei, it appears that this energy helps purify the blood, detoxify the body, strengthens the immune system, calms the mind, balances the emotions and awakens the spirit. People often report feeling heat, pressure, tingling sensations, peace and joy while receiving Jyorei. There is never a charge for receiving Jyorei, as it is considered a gift. Donations are accepted and used to support efforts to share Jyorei with others.

The Shumei office is located at 361 East Main St., in Kutztown.

For more information, call 484-788-8328 or visit Shumei.org. See ad, page 60.

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Kula Heart Yoga and Wellness Center is offering the chance to immerse yourself in yoga with their 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training and In-Depth Study Program, October 5 to May 18. The program is held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Fridays and 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays, about two weekends per month. If participants must miss a weekend, attending other workshops or completing extra homework can make up the time.

The program is broken down into two phases. The first phase is foundations and immersion, which includes relevant anatomy, philosophy and subtle body information. The second phase covers the sequencing, themes, ethics, teaching of diverse classes and more.

In November, participants will receive a restorative teacher training with Jillian Pransky.

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ife Spectrums, an organization that provides opportunities for personal and spiritual growth, will hold its 33rd annual conference in the Lehigh Valley, September 20 to 23, at the Ben Franklin TechVentures Center, in Bethlehem. The theme for this year’s conference is 2012: Embrace the Vibration. Workshops will offer a variety of development techniques and spiritual insight for both the beginner and the most experienced among us. Presenters will include: Jill Mattson, Kali Ishya, Colin Andrews, Elizabeth Bausili, Ria Swift, Nancy Fox, Swami Laraaji Nadabrahmananda and Arji Cakouros.

For more than 32 years, Life Spectrums has been a nonprofit organization run by volunteers with the sole purpose of helping others explore, understand and experience their spiritual and metaphysical sides. Life Spectrums has provided a platform for various metaphysical points of view and delivered education on non-sectarian spirituality through workshops, speakers, seminars and informal interactions.

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In both presentations, Getson will discuss the use of thermography for the earliest possible detection of breast disease without compression or radiation. Thermography uses state-of-the-art, FDA approved infrared technology to provide an image of the body’s physiologic responses.

Since thermal imaging detects changes at the cellular level, studies suggest that this test can detect activity eight to 10 years before any other test.

For more information about Carbon County Women in Business, visit CarbonCountyWIB.com. Cost for McCormick Chiropractic’s workshop is $20 if registered before Oct. 2, and $25 after that date. North Coventry Fire Department is located at 845 S. Hanover Street, in Pottstown.

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esearchers from Lancaster University have discovered that youngsters watching creative fantasy films improve their own imagination and creativity.

The study involved 52 4-to6-year-old children. The youngsters were split into two groups and shown two short segments of a popular fantasy movie. The findings showed that the group watching the magical scenes generally scored “significantly better” in creative activities than their peers in the other group that saw scenes without any magical content.

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he portable computers that serve as our business and communication “lifelines” may actually be thwarting unborn lives. Researchers suggest that laptop computer (LTC) users should avoid putting the devices directly on their laps, especially for extended periods of time.

Recent research reported in the journal Fertility and Sterility examined semen samples from 29 healthy male donors that used an LTC on their laps, near their testes. The scientists found that LTCs connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi resulted in decreased sperm motility and increased sperm DNA fragmentation.

A separate study, published in the journal Archives of Environmental and Occupational Health, noted that electromagnetic fields produced by LTCs likely induce currents within the body and can expose developing fetuses in pregnant women to unsafe levels.

The researchers concluded that, “[An individual’s] ‘laptop’ is paradoxically an improper site for the use of an LTC, which consequently should be renamed to not induce customers towards an improper use.”

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The good news is that children whose parents actively advocate peaceful conflict resolution acted less aggressively, even if they attended more violent schools.

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

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Spotlight on Sustainable Colleges Environmental credentials, in addition to academic excellence and affordable tuition, are gaining traction in the collegiate selection process, according to The Princeton Review’s latest poll. Its Hopes and Worries survey sampled 7,445 college-bound students nationwide and found that 68 percent say commitment to sustainability impacts their college choice, based on campus environmental initiatives, how deeply the curriculum integrates sustainability and how well the colleges prepare students for green jobs.

The 16 institutions of higher learning considered most ecosavvy are: American University, Arizona State University, College of the Atlantic, Dickinson College, Georgia Institute of Technology, Harvard University, Northeastern University, Oregon State University, San Francisco State University, The State University of New YorkBinghamton, University of California-Santa Cruz, The University of Maine, University of Washington, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Virginia Tech and Warren Wilson College.

“The best schools integrate sustainability across their community [in] how they manage their finances, academic offerings and operations. They don’t treat sustainability as an add-on or extra credit assignment,” says Rachel Gutter, director of the U.S. Green Building Council’s Center for Green Schools. “But even the best still have… a long way to go, and there’s a moment for humility in that.”

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In October 2011, a 100-year-old Briton, Fauja Singh, became the world’s oldest marathon runner, finishing the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, in Canada, in eight hours and 25 minutes. Last April, Singh went on to complete the London Marathon in seven hours and 49 minutes before announcing that he’ll continue running, but only in races from 5K up to half-marathons, and maybe even a vertical run up skyscraper steps.

Born in India, Singh moved to the UK in the 1960s, becoming the world’s oldest halfmarathoner in 2010 at the age of 99, via the Inter-Faith Marathon, in Luxembourg. He has participated in the Olympic Torch Relay twice, in Athens in 2004 and London in 2012.

The London resident credits ginger curry, tea and being happy for his endurance. The multiple Guinness World Record-holder says, “The secret to a long and healthy life is to be stressfree. Be grateful for everything you have, stay away from people that are negative, stay smiling and keep running.” Singh trains by running 10 miles every day.

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National Yoga Month Celebration Kicks Off

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Yoga studios, teachers and students are celebrating Yoga Month throughout the country with free classes and events during September. For the third year, Natural Awakenings is a sponsor of National Yoga Month. This grassroots healthy living campaign and national observance, hosts the One Week Free Yoga Card program with more than 1,600 yoga studios offering free classes to new students during September and October. Cards can be downloaded from YogaMonth.org and redeemed at participating studios throughout the United States.

Yoga Month Founder Johannes R. Fisslinger says, “Experience is a powerful teacher, so we decided to give people the opportunity to try yoga for themselves.”

Hundreds of community yoga events are registered and searchable in the organization’s online yoga finder.

The culminating event for the month-long campaign is The Time for Yoga, a global community practice on September 30. The Yoga Month campaign’s programs facilitate actionable guidance for individuals wanting to better their health through yoga.

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The rap on most plastic is that although it can be recycled, it doesn’t decompose in landfills. For a period of time, the city of Houston halted its composting of household yard waste due to the cost of having to cut and empty the plastic bags used in curbside pickup, even though the annual landfill fees exceeded $1 million. But now the service has resumed, based on the use of new, compostable plastic bags that require no special handling; the city even garners income from sales of composted clippings.

Dinnerware, such as utensils, plates and cups, is another niche market in which advocates see potential for use of compostable plastics, especially by cafeterias, restaurants and other institutions. Not only are such items not biodegradable, they often end up being thrown out with food waste.

Biodegradable polymers that break down in a matter of months are more expensive; for example, the BASF company’s Ecoflex material costs about two-and-a-half times more than the polyethylene it replaces. But proponents say that it provides value by enabling the largescale collection of organic waste, such as grass clippings and food, and that the potential for growth is enormous.

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While about 90 percent of U.S. households now have curbside recycling available, the amount of trash each American produces keeps growing. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the average citizen currently generates about 4.5 pounds of trash a day, totaling 600 times their body weight over a lifetime unless they seriously practice the three R’s of reduce, reuse and recycle.

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Farm Aid Music and Food Festival Returns to Pennsylvania

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ach year, Farm Aid board members Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and Dave Matthews headline a Farm Aid concert to bring together a wide variety of musicians, farmers and fans for one mission: keeping family farmers on their land. Farm Aid is the longest running benefit concert series in America, raising more than $40 million to help family farmers thrive all over the country while inspiring millions of people to learn about the Good Food movement.

This year, Hersheypark Stadium, in Hershey, Pennsylvania, outside Harrisburg, will host Farm Aid 2012 on September 22.

“The fight to save family farms isn’t just about farmers,” says Nelson. “It’s about making sure that there is a safe and healthy food supply for all of us. It’s about jobs, from Main Street to Wall Street. It’s about a better America.”

Farm Aid 2012 will feature Nelson and fellow board members Mellencamp, Young and Matthews, as well as Tim Reynolds, Kenny Chesney, Jack Johnson, ALO, Pegi Young & The Survivors and Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real.

The signature music and food festival will feature Farm Aid’s HOMEGROWN Concessions—family farm-identified, local and organic foods. Farm Aid’s HOMEGROWN Village will give concertgoers a chance to meet farmers, engage in hands-on food and farm activities and learn about the ways family farmers are enriching our soil, protecting our water and growing our economy, in addition to bringing us good food for good health.

In 1985, Nelson, Young and Mellencamp organized the first Farm Aid concert to raise awareness about the loss of family farms and to raise funds to keep farm families on their land. Matthews joined the Farm Aid Board of Directors in 2001. Since its inception, Farm Aid has brought together the greatest artists in American music to help raise more than $40 million to promote a strong and resilient family farm system of agriculture.

Of all the concerts for causes that began in the mid80s, Farm Aid remains the only one that has the unique and unwavering commitment of its original founders. Farm Aid continues to host the annual concert that raises funds to support Farm Aid. “We all see what’s happening with agriculture, what’s happening to our small towns,” says Mellancamp. “They are going out of business. That’s a direct result of the farm problem. We’re still doing Farm Aid because it is contributing. It’s doing a job.”

As a nonprofit organization, Farm Aid works to accomplish its mission by promoting food from family farms, growing the Good Food Movement, helping farmers thrive and taking action to change the system.

“Just as rock and roll is loud and proud, so is Farm Aid,” states Young. “Farm Aid’s greatest accomplishment, I believe, is in the spirit. It’s the fact that we represent the spirit of the good fight, to keep something good happening. It just keeps getting stronger and stronger.”

For more information, visit FarmAid.org. Farmers that need help may call 1-800-327-6243, email Farmhelp@farmaid.org, or visit Farm Aid’s Farmer Resource Network.

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ainter Franck de Las Mercedes, of New York City, has combined a pair of hopeful concepts—world peace and free art for all—in a quickly broadening art initiative inspired by an “Aha!” moment at the local post office.

“I had always painted on the boxes I shipped my paintings in,” relates the native Nicaraguan. “One day, a postal clerk commented that my boxes were like works of art. I thought about how I had prompted the worker to pause in her everyday routine and wondered, ‘What if I shared my painting on the out-

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side of a box, rather than the inside, and what if it carried a message of peace?’”

Since that pivotal 2006 encounter, the artist has sent more than 10,600 abstractly painted, pre-paid boxes, labeled with messages like, “Handle with Care: Contains Peace,” to individuals in 70 countries, as part of his Priority Boxes Art Project. Each empty box is symbolically “full” of meaning, engaging the thought of the recipient as well as the sender, plus the interpretation of all those handling it throughout its postal journey.

De Las Mercedes hopes that his

painted-message boxes will stimulate new ways of communicating through art. He maintains, “We shouldn’t have to wait for world leaders to take a stand or create peace; it can begin through interpersonal dialogue.”

While many people write to the artist requesting boxes for themselves, others order them for loved ones.

Requests vary widely, from a death row inmate that asked for a box for his daughter and a mom that wanted to give one to her son, a leukemia sufferer whose daily highlight was a trip to the family mailbox. The brightly painted boxes also have helped reconcile feuding friends and family members, serving as a peace offering from one to the other. It all helps to bring feelings of greater peace and understanding to the human race, one person at a time.

More than 100 schools across the United States have adopted the project, with students creating their own versions of the peace box in the classroom. School-sponsored peace boxes reach patients in hospitals and military personnel overseas and have been used in interschool box exchanges to support anti-bullying campaigns. It would be difficult to find a group that couldn’t benefit from such fresh inspiration.

To request a box, make a donation or start a local peace art project, visit fdlmStudio.com/PriorityBoxes.html.

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

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wisewords Julia Cameron Speaks from Her Heart

CREATING A LIFE BEYOND NEED AND WORRY

by Linda Sechrist

How is unblocking creativity linked to having a prosperous heart and a life of enough?

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ulia Cameron is an award-winning author, poet, playwright and filmmaker, perhaps best known for her precedent-setting works on creativity, including The Artist’s Way, The Vein of Gold, Walking in this World and The Right to Write. In her latest book, The Prosperous Heart, she presents a 10-week program that guides readers in developing a life that is as full and satisfying as they ever imagined possible.

Prosperity is not just about money, although our relationship to money must be brought out into the light, and we must be brave enough to look at it candidly.

Having enough is having a life beyond need and worry. It’s about finding satisfaction in our lives, improving the lives we have, straightening out our finances and creating a life that is enough for us.

What led you to conclude that a prosperous heart is about a spiritual bottom line, rather than a financial one?

My experience of this principle has been cumulative. When teaching The Artist’s Way through the years, I have sometimes been moved to give away memberships in a class in order to help creatively stymied individuals that felt they couldn’t afford the 12-week course. While this didn’t add to my bank account, I felt rewarded on a spiritual level as I watched those students blossom over the course of the class.

I have taught creative unblocking for 35 years. When I’ve asked my students about money, inevitably their responses are emotional exclamations: “Money is the biggest block to my creativity,” or “I feel like I can handle anything but money,” or “Do we have to talk about money?”

I believe that every person is creative, and can use his or her creativity to create a life of “enough”. I have What tools do you offer worried about money and found that readers in The Prosperous having money does not end this worry.

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clarify, comfort, cajole, prioritize and synchronize the day at hand. Counting is another bedrock tool of prosperity; keeping a small notebook tracking every penny in and every penny out puts us in touch with our true values, which is one of the first and finest fruits of prosperity.

This daily writing, coupled with counting, brings emotional and financial clarity. Together, they help us discover our true values—both personal and monetary—and uncover the actions that will lead to a life that is truly our own.

Abstaining from financial imbalance is simple when we stop debting.

A commitment to practicing the tool of abstinence plugs the leaks and our personal lifeboat stops sinking. While this may seem severe, it leads straight to more prosperity.

Walking at least twice a week for a minimum of 20 minutes works to put events into a healthier perspective.

We may walk out with a problem and walk back in with a solution. Walking also offers the opportunity to encounter sights and sounds that fire the imagination and replenish our inner well of creativity. As we walk, we can experience the richness of the world, as well as our own inner prosperity.

I recommend taking a time out once in the morning and once at night, for five minutes, to sit quietly and consciously count your blessings, or simply rest. Time outs also put us in closer touch with our own inner resources.

Ideas often come to us during these periods, which prove to be time-efficient and guided by wisdom.

Through many years of experience, I have seen how the tools explored in The Prosperous Heart help people from all walks of life come into contact with their true value system.

When they act in alignment with their values, they naturally feel a sense of prosperity. When they do what they love and do it well, the money seems to take care of itself.

Find the next chapter on personal creativity at JuliaCameronLive.com.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings magazine.

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Exploring Our Creative Side Engaging in Community Arts Brings Unexpected Rewards

by Judith Fertig

“Turning, moving, spinning, dresses swirling, music beating, eyes in contact with a partner, then another, then another, then another, and the fiddle turns a corner, the phrase repeats, the dance repeats. You smile. Your body smiles.” ~ Doug Plummer, photographer and contra dancer, Seattle, Washington

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Performing for a savvy business executive, appreciative groups set her sights on becomis a great feeling, she ing a Dazzler, and today is notes, and helps make a proud member of the the twice-weekly Leawood, Kansas, chapter practices worthof community tap-dancing while. Just being troupes. “I love to dance and around inspirperform, and I felt that ing women has had been missing from helped Joslin look my own life,” she says. at aging differently. She’s After a friend suggested now applying her busiit, Joslin showed up for ness skills to set up her first practice ready to her troupe’s first go, wearing tights and tap website. shoes.

Joslin’s experi Potential Dazzlers must prove ence proves what they’ve learned the routines before many dancers, artbeing selected to perform for the pubists, writers, actors lic. Luckily, says Joslin, “I’m a quick and musicians study,” and soon took her place in this know: Active, 50-and-up women’s group that hands-on, group likes to routinely Shuffle Off participation in to Buffalo at area retirethe arts is beneficial ment facilities, church on many levels. halls and special events.

National Trend

Learning the stopIn a recent study commissioned by the and-go, Broadwaystyle Wallace Foundation, Gifts of the Muse: routines such as Steppin’ Out and Millie Reframing the Debate About the Benis more of a mental challenge than aeroefits of the Arts, the researchers found bic exercise, comments Joslin. “The main that, “People that engage in arts in a group setting develop a sense of comthing is it exercises your brain.”

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munity as they exchange favors (such as meeting to learn lines or loaning painting supplies); identify themselves with a cast, music ensemble or choral group; and develop a sense of trust and expectations of reciprocity.”

It also noted, “Through the arts of ethnic traditions—such as classical Indian dance, Jamaican steel drums or Japanese raku ceramics—participants develop and maintain their cultural heritage and communicate their cultural identity to outsiders.”

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Most art disciplines can be experienced at any age. No previous training or ability is required, just a curious spirit and willingness to participate and learn.

Fun options range from a painting party, in which participants set up an easel and paint a canvas at Uncork’d Art, in Washington, D.C. (UncorkdArt. com), to African drumming at DrumRise, in Decatur, Georgia (DrumRise.net). “A drumming class is a great way to reduce stress, have fun, relax and reenergize, all at the same time; it has even been shown to positively affect your immune system,” say co-founders Amy Jackson and Colleen

Caffrey.

Such activities allow us to dabble and explore amidst the power of a group and maximize the joy of artful endeavors, which many prefer to the cost of individual lessons.

One of the most accessible community arts is choral music, as it requires no special equipment. Singing in a group can also become a community tradition that gathers people of all ages and lifestyles in fellowship and celebration.

Since 1882, singing Handel’s Messiah has become an annual highlight for a Swedish wheat-farming community in South-Central Kansas.

For three months before Palm Sunday, 200 farmers, homemakers, college students and business owners from the Lindsborg area gather twice weekly to rehearse the three-hour piece (Bethanylb.edu/Oratorio_History.html).

Becky Anderson, the owner of Lindsborg’s Swedish Country Inn, who has sung for 41 years, points to a particularly thrilling moment during each performance. “There is just this exhilaration as the audience jumps to their feet yelling, ‘Brava, Brava.’ Golly, that’s fun.”

Chicagoans maintain a similar holiday tradition. For 35 years, free Do-It-Yourself Messiah concerts have provided a community-funded uplift (imfChicago.org). Thousands of audience members lend their voices to thrilling performances of this masterpiece, led by a world-class conductor and soloists and backed by an all-volunteer orchestra of local professionals and amateur musicians.

Storytelling is yet another community performing art that requires no special equipment. The National Storytelling Network (StoryNet.org) advances the art of storytelling through a national conference and local storytelling guilds.

The Lehigh Valley Storytelling Guild,

in Pennsylvania, meets once a month at a local coffee house (LVStorytellers. org). Members include professional and amateur storytellers, poets, actors and newcomers that love to practice—or just listen to—this ancient art.

Strong community and cultural identity is forged on other stages, as well. The Community Actors Theatre, in San Diego, California’s, Oak Park, performs many plays written by local playwrights exploring themes in black culture (CommunityActorsTheatre.com).

For Calvin Manson, a local poet and playwright who teaches acting workshops, the nonprofit venue feels like a mom-and-pop outfit. “They have the raw talent that could be developed into something wonderful. People don’t just learn to be actors and playwrights. They learn to work together, to commit to a common struggle. When they leave, they know how to work with people, to be team players.”

Sometimes, a life change can

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” ~ Pablo Picasso open the door to a creative outlet. As a newly single 30-something, photographer Doug Plummer says that when he fell in with the Seattle contra dance scene in the mid-1980s, “It became my primary social life.” Derived from New England folk dance, two lines of dancers face each other and move to the rhythms of fiddle music.

“Since 2003, anytime I’m in New England, I try to stay over on a Monday and catch the Nelson [New Hampshire] dance,” says Plummer.

Likening it to participating in the slow-food and similar local movements, he says, “I feel like I’m entering into a mode of slow-dancing.”

At the weekly Nelson gatherings, “The dancers will drift in; singles, couples and families with kids,” he relates. “Someone

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puts out the fiddle case for the $2 admission. Whoever volunteered to bring baked goods sets them out. Harvey shows up with his fiddle, sits on the fold-up chair on the stage. Bob sits at the piano. ‘Line up for a contra,’ barks Don, in a clipped, Yankee accent. ‘First dance is Monymusk.’ Then everyone just joins in.”

Auditioning for the Role of a Lifetime

The next level of volunteer arts participation may involve an audition and a greater commitment. At the same time, these pursuits offer prime opportunities to expand artistic skills and join in something bigger than one’s self.

Since 1873, the Cincinnati, Ohio, May Festival has served as a shining example of community showmanship (May Festival.com). Chorus auditions are held in September, rehearsals begin in January

and concerts routinely sell out by May.

Music critic Nancy Malitz comments, “It’s that special, tiny sliver of the year when everybody stretches. When hundreds of amateur singers accelerate the tempo by devoting every night to rehearsal and every day to thoughts of the concerts to come… when audiences look their finest, clap their loudest.”

Lawrence Coleman, a chorus member for 15 years, has found that singing and networking with other May Festival vocalists has paid off in surprising ways.

“I’ve recorded and had other singing engagements and opportunities, all because I’ve been connected to the chorus and the people in it,” he says. Coleman also sings with the rhythm and blues gospel group Fo Mo Brothers, performing at area churches and the Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion.

Coleman remarks, “I have friends in the chorus from very different walks of life. We come together for the single purpose of making great music. People of differing backgrounds and schools of thought can do more than coexist. It’s confirmed for me that we can learn to celebrate our differences when we have a common goal.”

Even those that don’t feel inherently artistic can find venturing into an art form unexpectedly rewarding.

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“When I’m not doing any plays, things just don’t go right. This is my justification. This is my opportunity to just be me.” ~ Eva Jones, foster parent and member of Community Actors Theatre, Oak Park, California and “longways” dances, in Palo Alto, California (baers.org). Alan Winston, a computer systems administrator and veteran dance caller, observes that these patterned dances appeal to math-science-logic-computer types. “It’s a great place for people that live in their heads to get out and be social,” he says.

Appropriately, the dances all feature choreography from Jane Austen’s era.

Depending on the theme of the dance— like the sophisticated Cyprians Ball or spirited Return of the Regiments Ball— the ambience may be elegant or rowdy, explains Winston. Dances are taught beforehand to music such as George Washington’s Favourite Cotillion, an 1808 tune performed by musicians playing a clarinet, piano and recorder. Many wear period costumes, while others come in jeans. Winston is usually bedecked in a wine-colored waistcoat with tails that he found on eBay.

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Whatever one’s newly discovered or longtime treasure, individuals engaging in a group arts activity forge strong social bonds, keep ethnic arts traditions alive, learn new things in new ways and experience joyous personal growth. … All while creating something wonderful.

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other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely.

Increased Strength Although weights are not used in yoga, muscle strength, bone strength and endurance are boosted via the discipline’s weight-bearing postures. When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week, they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before.

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very September, National Yoga Month (YogaMonth.org) expands awareness of yoga’s proven health benefits. This 5,000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body, mind and spirit, continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine.

These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide.

Having the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class. In reality, practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities. The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance, flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice, injuries from

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relaxation response, while also improving lung function. According to the Northern Colorado Allergy & Asthma Clinic, individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers, increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months.

Boost in Mood Yoga’s deep breathing, combined with the need for balance and concentration, works to reduce stress, anxiety, heart rate and blood pressure levels, according to research published by the Mayo Clinic. Yoga’s breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities, such as listening to relaxing music.

Weight Loss Because yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living, it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight. Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds. A 10-year lifestyle study of 15,500 adults in their 50s, published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, found that regular yoga practice was associated with less agerelated weight gain.

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years.

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What is Raja Yoga?

by Christi A. Rutkowski

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f a person decided today to take a yoga class, where would they start? In the Lehigh Valley alone, there are 20 different kinds of yoga classes at a dozen different studios.

Each modern style of yoga has its specific techniques, modifications and degrees of difficulty. Each is valid and beneficial—just ask the teachers and their dedicated students. They will all say that yoga has changed their lives for the better.

The stylization of yoga has occurred over just the last 100 years. For hundreds, even thousands, of years, there was just yoga. The word raja means “royal.” Yoga is a Sanskrit word meaning to “join together, to unite.” Thus, raja yoga can be translated as “the royal path.” It is the science of self-realization; using mindfulness in the present moment to unite the mind, body and spirit. The ancient yogis found in their meditations that it is our false identification with the ever-changing external world that causes us to suffer.

The breaking of this identification to see the eternal light of the True Self is raja yoga. It is the “royal path” because it encompasses all the sacred writings, postures, breathing and cleansing techniques, as well as the various meditations as the means to self-realization.

Around 200 B.C., a grammar scholar named Patanjali, known as the “codifier of yoga science,” systematized into simple steps the various philosophies, practices and beliefs outlined in ancient Vedic scriptures like The Upanishads and The Bhagavad Gita and the teachings of Samkhya philosophy. His writings are now called The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.

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1800s, great swamis began to travel to Japan, Europe and the Americas to share the perennial wisdom that is yoga.

Raja yoga attempts to answer the age-old questions, “Who am I? Why am I here? What is my purpose? Who is God?” The answer is always, “You are divine. Your purpose is to realize your divine self. God is within.” But, these lofty questions with answers that are just as lofty must be taken within and applied to our daily lives—one step at a time, one moment at a time.

The application of Raja Yoga philosophy is that each of us, as conscious human beings, have been given the gift of free will; the freedom of choice in our actions. The way we perform actions is in thought, word and deed. These, in fact, are the only three things we can control in our lives.

The second Yoga Sutra states, “Yogas Chittas Vritti Narado,” which translates to”Yoga is the stilling of the thought waves of the mind.”

Because of our busy lifestyles, attachment to the material world and sense of instant gratification, we can get extremely overwhelmed, which can turn into anxiety, depression and physical illness; the thought waves of the mind are disturbed.

Like a clear, calm lake, we can see through it to the bottom; a clear mind can see through the disturbance of everyday stress to the light of the Self. Raja Yoga teaches us that if we turn our attention inward and learn to control thoughts, words and deeds, we can achieve liberation from our stress.

This will not eliminate stress from our lives, but allow us to find balance in both the external world of material objects and the internal world of thoughts, feelings and emotions.

Our most valuable tool for self-control and self-transformation is our minds. The Bhagavad Gits says, “An uncontrolled mind is our worst enemy. A controlled mind is our best friend.” To make our minds our ally, we must learn to focus it in the present moment and be willing to analyze our thoughts honestly and lovingly. This is where our breath comes in to help us. Breathing deeply and serenely increases our lung capacity, blood and oxygen levels and decreases our physiological stress levels. This will help make the body calm and the mind clear so that we can truly see just how many gifts we have in our lives. The gifts of family, community, health, music, art, and, of course, love.

In a typical raya yoga class, a student can expect to learn from the sacred texts of India, an intention for that day, breathing instruction and practice throughout class, a balanced asana (postures) session and relaxation and meditation. The yoga experience in class should extend through the rest of our daily life so that we can make the changes we need to make in order to make life more enjoyable and fulfilling without having to hurt anyone in the process. This takes time. Keep in mind the three P’s: patience, practice and perseverance.

Christi A. Rutkowski has been teaching raja yoga in the Himalayan tradition for almost 10 years. She recently opened Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness and Holistic Health, R.Y.S. located at 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Unit 7, in Wescosville. A week of free classes will be held Sept. 4 to Sept. 9. For information, visit QuietHeartYoga.com.

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Banishing Wheat Belly The Drawbacks of a WheatDominated Diet

by Lee Walker

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r. William Davis, author of Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight and Find Your Path Back to Health, is a preventive cardiologist who has gone against the grain to expose yet another genetically engineered monstrosity, shedding light on the dark side of today’s commercial wheat crops.

What made you suspect that wheat might be behind numerous health problems?

When I recognized that 80 percent of the people that came to see me had diabetes or pre-diabetes, I began asking patients to consider removing all wheat from their diets. This made sense to me due to wheat’s high glycemic index. Foods made from this grain raise blood sugar higher than nearly all other foods, including table sugar. The next

logical step was to reduce blood sugar by eliminating wheat—organic, multigrain, whole grain and sprouted—from anyone’s diet.

Patients that followed my simple directives and replaced the lost calories with healthy foods such as vegetables, raw nuts, meats, eggs, avocados, olives and olive oil returned three months later with lower fasting blood sugars and lower glycohemoglobin levels, which tests how well diabetes is being controlled. Some diabetics became non-diabetics and pre-diabetics became non-pre-diabetic.

On average, these people each lost about 30 pounds and experienced relief from arthritis and joint pains, acid reflux, migraine headaches, edema and irritable bowel syndrome, as well as other conditions. Some even reported that they no longer needed inhalers for asthma.

Initially, it seemed like these positive results were just odd coincidences. However, based on the overwhelming number of incidences, I clearly saw that it was a real and repeatable phenomenon. I began systematically removing wheat from all my patients’ diets and continued to witness similar turnarounds in health.

Research related to agricultural genetics, an area largely ignored by medical doctors, and my own interviews with U.S. Department of Agriculture experts substantiated what my own anecdotal evidence has revealed.

Why has wheat suddenly become such a health threat?

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The wheat we eat today is not the same wheat our grandmothers used for baking.

In the 1970s, in anticipation of a global population explosion and world hunger issues, a well-meaning University of Minnesota-trained geneticist developed a hybridized strain of high-yielding dwarf wheat. By 1985, all wheat products were made from the altered dwarf strain, which now comprises 99 percent of all wheat grown worldwide.

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increases blood sugar and causes insulin problems to a greater degree than even potato chips or table sugar.

Wheat, which now typically comprises 20 percent of all the calories we consume, is in hundreds of prepared foods such as instant soups, salad dressings, candy and granola. In 1970, this wasn’t true. Wheat was only in such foods as bread, rolls, cookies and cake, and it was in a natural form.

Are gluten-free foods the answer?

Commercially produced gluten-free foods made with tapioca, cornstarch or rice starch—all poor replacements for wheat—are destructive to the body.

Homemade or locally made gluten-free foods absent such ingredients are better, as are the free recipes available via WheatBellyBlog.com.

Millet, quinoa and amaranth, whole grains that lack most of the undesirable properties of modern wheat, are better but not necessarily safe in unlimited quantities because most people today have spent their lives overexposed to carbohydrates. Eating only small portions of these non-wheat grains is key.

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How does a wheat-dominated diet compromise health?

Eating a wheat-based cereal for breakfast, wheat crackers and pretzels for snacks, two slices of whole wheat bread for lunch and whole wheat pasta for dinner results in too much exposure to amylopectin A, and repeated spikes in blood sugar levels. This leads to insulin resistance and cultivates the growth of visceral fat in the abdomen, which tends toward diabetes and other inflammatory responses.

Even worse, the gliadin protein in wheat is an opiate that stimulates appetite and addictive eating behavior (it does not relieve pain). All this plus the direct intestinal toxic effects of the wheat germ agglutinin protein in wheat add up to a destructive ingredient that spurs acid reflux, bowel urgency and irritable bowel syndrome, and leads to inflammation in various organs.

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Safe Removal of Mercury Fillings

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into your body and can make you feel sick and can have serious health effects on many of your body systems.”

In his book, The Poison In Your Teeth, Dr. Tom McGuire says, “Amalgam fillings contain and release mercury as a poisonous vapor. As it accumulates, it poisons cells and tissues, particularly the brain and nervous system.”

So, it comes as no surprise then that people are asking to take out their mercury fillings and have them replaced with safer, tooth-colored fillings. Without a doubt, it is a necessary first step to health, but it is crucial that the toxic fillings be removed safely. As one might imagine, when the fillings are removed they create a large burst of mercury vapor. The mercury absorbed by the patient can act as a significant bioburden so multiple protective measures are essential.

A CleanUp Suction device that fits circumferentially around the tooth being treated and a larger DentAir Vac 7 suction device that is positioned by the patient’s chin need to be part of the removal protocol to catch the newly released mercury vapor. An Isolite suction device can further isolate the section of the mouth being treated and a Mercury Vapor Ionizer and air purifiers with HEPA filters create clean ambient air.

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Multiple heavy metal binders are essential to deal with any mercury that may be introduced into the patient’s system and a special oral rinse further protects the mouth during treatment.

After the initial removal procedure, ozone can be used to inactivate toxic mercury in the deeper portions of the tooth and also to kill bacteria that may be close to the nerve Kinesiology (muscle testing) has demonstrated that no mercury load is introduced into the system with a patient undergoing the above protocol. Applying these sound scientific and holistic principles can give the patient peace of mind. While it’s crucial to get the mercury fillings removed safely, it’s also important to replace them with a material that’s biocompatible and safer. To determine which dental materials are best suited for each patient, a biocompatibility test can be done on the patient’s blood.

Having an experienced holistic dentist who is specifically trained in safe mercury filling removal is an important addition to an overall health and wellness plan.

Dr. Michael Taras provides high-tech, holistic dentistry to both children and adults at his practice located at 2900 Hamilton Blvd., in Allentown. For more information, call 610-4321320 or visit DrTarasDentist.com.

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Making Allowances Learning to Manage Money at a Young Age

by Sharon Lechter

Instituting an allowance plan that works best for each child is a sound way to start teaching the value of money, budgeting and saving.

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y the time a child is 5 or 6, he or she should be able to understand how an allowance works and the reasons for receiving it. When deciding

to pay a child an allowance, the family should first talk together about how he or she will be using the money.

Is the plan to save it or spend it?

Will a parent need to approve any purchases? Learning to consistently put away a portion in a savings account and perhaps gift another portion to charity become valuable life lessons.

Many parents adopt the “three piggy bank” method to teach these lessons.

My 20 years of experience working with parents and teens has shaped a practical framework of four proven strategies to help a family wisely communicate this mutual commitment and set parameters, including a policy as to the amount and frequency of payment.

Allowance decisions can differ from one child to the next in the same family.

Personal responsibility: There should be no financial reward for things that children need to do for their own health and development, such as responsibly heading to bed on time after brushing their teeth. One father shared that he had to pay his son to brush his teeth every morning and night, so who was in charge?

Family or social responsibility: Tasks that contribute to the family or social environment should not result in financial reward, such as washing the dishes or reading to a younger sibling.

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just a couple of weeks. Instead of fighting, the three kids now work together each night to clean up after dinner without arguing.

Paying for completion of specific tasks: Determine and agree to guidelines that include the general tasks or duties that are expected, the performance of which will result in earning the specified allowance. By defining what is over and above personal, family or social responsibility, parents encourage and reward children for their extra efforts.

Those same kids agreeably cleaning up after meals may also be thinking of extra chores around the house to earn their allowances.

Encouraging a child’s entrepreneurial spirit: Inspire children to think of creative ways to earn money and watch in pleased amazement at how creative they become when they really want something. One 12-year-old now has a business collecting cans from all of his neighbors and is earning $100 every other week. He was able to buy the faster skateboard he wanted and even justified it as a business expense, he property of Natural Awakenings and may not be reproduced in any other publication wit Thisbecause ad is the could collect the cans more quickly sion of thewith publisher. Please review the proof carefully. Natural Awakenings is not responsible for any it. marked. This ad will be published as it appears if the proof is not returned to us. If there are any ques

Providing structure and enabling this proof please call or email. communication in a family’s approach to allowances is critical toSignature: ensuring that Date: children learn good money habits that will serve them well for life. It’s a mutually constructive way to teach principles related to the importance of saving, spending less than they earn and consistently giving back to their community.

The answer to the question of whether or not to pay a child an allowance and under what conditions rests with the parents. The greater and more vital question is what mindset do they want to create and nurture within their children: a sense of entitlement or an entrepreneurial spirit?

The foundational choice is theirs.

Sharon Lechter is CEO of Pay Your Family First, creator of the ThriveTime for Teens life and money reality board game and co-author of Outwitting the Devil, Three Feet from Gold and Rich Dad Poor Dad. A recognized financial education expert, she is a member of the National CPAs Financial Literacy Commission. Learn more at SharonLechter.com. natural awakenings

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Clean Composting Turning Waste into an Asset

by Brita Belli

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iscarded vegetable ends, eggshells, coffee grounds and lawn clippings… most of us throw away a huge amount of compostable material. What could be a significant environmental asset, if transformed into nutritious garden soil, has become instead a major environmental problem.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that yard trimmings and food residuals together account for 26 percent of our total municipal solid waste stream. Also, unnecessary food waste doesn’t just happen at home— it’s a fact of life for most restaurants, slow to follow. stadiums, convention centers, hotels,

Seattle was the first to require schools and anywhere else people households to compost food waste; San gather to eat.

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Choosing to turn scraps into rich and restaurants. These progressive cities fertile soil, courtesy of beneficial bacteprovide green compost carts for food ria and fungi, has multiple advantages. scraps, including meat, bones, seafood It creates rich humus for high-yield and dairy plus soiled paper, like tea bags, crops, works to suppress plant diseases and pests and limits the need for chemi- coffee filters and greasy pizza boxes; and yard trimmings including grasses, cal fertilizers. Those same organic branches and leaves. All of these can scraps have a devastating effect on the thus be safely diverted from landfills. environment when they are trapped

But where city collection of in oxygen-starved landfills. Due to compostable materials is not yet a their highly compacted nature, organic reality, clean composting at home is an waste is not able to fully decompose answer. Whether in an urban apartment and releases methane—a global warmor a suburban home, composting has ing gas that’s 25 times more damaging never been simpler. to air quality than carbon dioxide.

“Keeping your pile aerated is key

Part of the challenge is that there’s to keeping it odor-free,” counsels Elle no widespread collection system in MacKenna, a home improvement conplace to encourage or require municitractor and design consultant. “A good pal composting. Unlike the bottles and mix of materials will allow oxygen in, cans we place in handy curbside bins, keeping smells away and helping your or the newspapers and cardboard we pile compost quicker.” She suggests tie and separate for recycling trucks, adding moist, shredded newspaper or food waste doesn’t yet have designated thin cardboard to give some variety to places to be taken to. A few cities are the compost make-up. changing that model, but others are 44 Lehigh Valley www.healthylehighvalley.com

Farmer Annie Farrell, of Millstone Farm, in Wilton, Connecticut, which specializes in heirloom, organic vegetables and heritage (pure-bred) chickens, sheep and pigs, says composting at home is as simple as investing in three metal or plastic garbage cans designated for the purpose of food waste and yard scraps.

She sets the three cans off the ground using cinder blocks, drilling half-inch holes into the cans to allow air to circulate. Next, she layers foliage clippings, food matter and old newspapers in what she describes as a “lasagna-like mix,” in bin number one. As the mixture begins to decompose, she dumps it into the second bin, followed by the third bin when it’s almost ready for use. (Using multiple bins to “turn” the compost also allows oxygen in, an essential part of the process.) Farrell likes to use bungee cords to secure the lids to prevent animals from getting in.

Other store-bought variations on composting bins range from compact ceramic, bamboo and stainless steel crocks and pails for indoor storage to outdoor tumblers (for easy turning) and stackable “worm bins” that can hold up to 90 gallons. When worms are enlist-

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directly into replacement cells for all our organs—our liver and kidneys, our immune system, and so on. This is why the quality of food is vital to good health. The same principle applies to our pets.

Veterinarians insist that pets should not be fed human food, but then recommend giving hamburger and rice after a bout of diarrhea. How can it only be beneficial when they are sick?

If we were handed a piece of pretzel or an oyster cracker and told that this would be our diet for the rest of our life—our entire

Why Pets Need Real Food

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we be happy and look forward to mealtime? Probably not. How then, do we expect it to be healthy and satisfying for our pets? Dogs have a much keener sense of smell than humans do, and sense of taste is related to smell. It must be torture for them to smell the wonderful foods we cook and eat, but not be allowed to eat any of it.

The pet food industry is a huge and lucrative industry. There is no regulation on what goes into pet food by any outside group. Many of the ingredients in pet foods are meat and grains that are unfit for human consumption. Is the meat fresh, or does it contain tumors and abscesses as well as dead, dying, diseased and downer animals. Are the blueberries, cranberries and avocados listed on the bags fresh plump berries, or are they the skins and pulp left over from making juice and guacamole?

With commercial food, we never know.

A high quality commercial food can be part of a pet’s diet, but every dog and cat should receive some homemade, human food every day for good health—both physical and mental. They are carnivores, so they should be fed meat. Many dogs and some cats also relish fruits and vegetables. Commercial pet food already contains lots of carbohydrates—starches such as corn, rice, barley, peas and potatoes.

Starches are not good nutrition as they only make the pet fatter. For pets that eat some commercial food, don’t add more carbs. Instead, add meat, cooked eggs, vegetables and fruits. Examples are beef, turkey, chicken, pork, lamb, fish including canned sardines, mackerel and salmon (watch the salt), cottage cheese, cooked eggs, carrots, celery, cucumber, broccoli, squash, tomatoes, green beans, green leafy vegetables, apples, all berries, peaches, apricots (watch the pits), all melons, and so on. Vegetables can be raw or lightly steamed. Avoid grapes, raisins, and macadamia nuts.

The ratio of meat to veggies depends on how much of the diet is homemade, but about 60 percent meat, 40 percent veggies/fruits for dogs and 80 percent meat for cats will work. Depending on the amount of homemade food added to the diet, pet owners will

want to supplement vitamins and minerals. Certain diseases demand specific diets or supplements, so be careful.

It is important to make any changes to a pets diet slowly. Working with a veterinarian who is experienced with homemade diets can assure a successful transition to a healthy diet for pets.

Food is the basis of a health, but also makes us happy.

Experiment with different foods and find out what the pet likes—it will be smiling at mealtime.

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 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 8 Week Tai Chi Series – With Hilary Smith. Wednesdays 11am-12pm. 9/12-10/31. Please call to reserve your space. 610.867.9642. Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem.

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Kirtan- Devotional chanting 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 THRUSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 afterwards! 6-8pm, Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Box 421 Emmaus, PA 18049 • P: Holistic 610-421-4443 F: 610-421-4445 Health, 5531•Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville.

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savethedate A Natural Medicine Forum Thursday, September 20 - 6pm Join us for a free, informal Question and Answer Forum with Dr. Michael Jude Loquasto ND, PHD, DC. Bring your health related questions and benefit from Dr. Mike’s 50 years of experience in Natural Health. Understand how chiropractic internal medicine, custom herbal formulations and non-invasive oral chelation can benefit you. All are welcome. Held at A Natural Medicine Clinic, 2571 Baglyos Circle, Suite B-27, Bethlehem. Call 484-821-1460 for more information.

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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 Change your energy Attractor patterns: Change your Life - Transpersonal Psychology practitioner Annelie Shultz, M.A., C.H.T., will help you to break out of old patterns by understanding your subtle energy bodies, energy attractor fields and the power of forgiveness. Experience guided visualizations and one guided past life regression. 12-5:20pm, $85 or $95 the day of. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356.

Claiming your Ground – Become more empowered to express yourself authentically as you truly are.

Unify more with your divine essence. Facilitated by Elizabeth Grubb. $140 early preregistration by 9/17, $170 thereafter. 9:30am-9:30pm w/breaks. Call Health Options Institute, State Licensed Massage School, Bethlehem 610-419-3535

suNdAY, sePtemBer 23 7 nat’l. CeU’s, Reiki Refresher Class – Kathleen Sterner. Review and improve your Reiki work with a refresher that includes symbols, hand positions, handson practice, and Reiki exchange between students with Reiki Master supervision. 9 am-5 pm, $119, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610.395.3355

fRee yoga Samplers – Get a taste of what yoga has to offer in one of these 45 minute sessions: 11 AM: Go With the Flow, Noon: Kripalu, 1 PM: Yogalates, 2 PM: Deeper Expressions, 3 PM: Iyengar, 4 PM: Yoga for Athletes. No previous experience necessary. Try oneother or all. Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, call l Awakenings and may not be reproduced in any publication without permisto register 610.395.3355

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moNdAY, sePtemBer 24 yoga for Skiers and Boarders – Get your body ready before you hit the slopes this winter with this lively sequence and steer clear of injury and soreness. All levels. 6 wk Session 9/24 to 10/29. $75. Emmaus Yoga, 860 Broad St. Emmaus. 610-421-8200.

tuesdAY, sePtemBer 25 Smoking Cessation Group program – 3 sessions: Tues. Sept. 25th, Oct. 9th & 23rd, 2012. 7:308:30pm. $150 includes Manual, CDs, & DVD. 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.

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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sAturdAY, sePtemBer 29 hot Towel face massage and foot Scrubs – No experience necessary. Receive and give a relaxing and toning hot towel face massage. Pamper yourself! NCBTMB approved for 7 hours. Instructed by Nancy Porambo. 9-5pm. $120 early pre-registration by 9/18, $130 thereafter. Call Health Options Institute, State Licensed Massage School, Bethlehem 610-419-3535

suNdAY, sePtemBer 30 Chanting and postural Alignment - With Erica McHugh. Postures, props and partnering will connect you with core muscles and assists you in holding your optimal, effortless spinal alignment.

Chanting will help calm the mind. 9am-Noon. $25. $75. Emmaus Yoga, 860 Broad St. Emmaus.

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Relax & Renew – Restorative Yoga with Alysha Pfeiffer. Join Alysha for an afternoon of supported yoga postures that allow deep relaxation and help release stress. No previous yoga experience needed! 4-6pm. Please call to reserve your space.

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vegfest 2012 September 8 -- 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The 2nd annual VegFest brings together an array of vegetarian natural food providers, top national speakers and chefs, and education in a fun and welcoming environment. Talk directly to food producers, taste free samples, learn what vegetarian foods are available around town.

Enjoy fun and games for kids, dog and cat adoptions, and live music and entertainment.

Natural Awakenings Magazine booth features a live demo and book signing with Local Raw Food Expert Megan Elizabeth. Pick up a free magazine and some free raw food samples.

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7:30-8:30pm, $88 for 8 weeks. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., 484-515-8356

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. 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 yoga/Level 2 – For student with yoga experience with Sandra Kessel. 10-11:25am. Yoga Loft of Bethlehem 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem.

610.867.9642 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 - Offers philosophy, postures, breathing techniques, cleansing practices, relaxations and specific meditations. Handouts included. No exp nec. 10-11:30am, $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484515-8356.

monday hooping for Good – A series for all levels who wish to incorporate (hula) hooping into their daily routine for low impact fitness, meditation, fun,

Raja (Classical) yoGA- Christi Rutkowski. 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 houryoga/yoga Workout - 8:15am and noonAlso meets on Tuesdays and Fridays. $10. Kula Heart Yoga, 3864 Courtney St, Bethlehem. 610746-5852 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. 610-9692486 for more information. 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. 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. 5:456:45 pm, $75/6 classes, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355. yoga Basics - mixed levels - This Kripalu yoga class will help you perform your daily activities pain free, with greater ease and pleasure 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.

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tuesday Qigong - Fun, stress-free meditative movement class for a positive attitude, and manage aches, pains, and anxiety, and so much more! Specific Medical Qigong and energy cultivation will be explained and practiced. Call for start date, 11amnoon, $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 on foam Roller- A fun beginners class for body awareness and better posture while building core strength. This class will help you to increase strength, stability, and balance while decreasing muscle stress and tension. 5:45-6:45 pm, $75/6 wks., Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610395-3355.

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.

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.

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. 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. Call 866-820-1691 or visit MKP.org. mAReA meeting – Monthly meetings of the Mid-Atlantic 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.

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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 610739-4201. Church of the Manger, 1401 Greenview Dr., Bethlehem. Near Westgate Mall Living Green in the Lehigh Valley – Environmental-themed 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.

Hatha Yoga - Works on harmonizing and transforming the whole being, physically, emotionally, mentally and intellectually, to bring about balance.

10-11:30am, $11 in adv. or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356.

Meditation with Mantra - Sacred sounds, called mantra, express teachings by repetition. Learn how to speak and repeat mantras, then take them into meditation to experience their healing and empowering effects. 5-6pm, $8 in advance or $10 walk-in.

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

Raja (Classical) Yoga - 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 Raja (Classical) YOGA- Offers philosophy, postures, breathing techniques, cleansing practices, relaxations and specific meditations. Handouts includ-

ed. No experience nec. 8:30-10am, $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356.

Family Yoga - A fun way to teach children yoga and 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.

Traditional Middle-Eastern Bellydancing- Express yourself while experiencing an exhilarating way to exercise. Explore traditional Egyptian and Near East movements, music, and culture while utilizing nearly every muscle and joint.6-7pm, $110/10 wks. Starts 9/12. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356 Raja (Classical) Yoga - Offers philosophy, postures, breathing techniques, cleansing practices, relaxations and specific meditations. Handouts included. No experience nec. 7:15-8:45pm, $11 in adv. or $13 walkin. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356.

pace to build flexibility and endurance. Breathwork is coordinated with yoga postures. 1:302:30pm. YMCA/YWCA, 425 S. 15th St. Allentown. 610-434-9333.

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.

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.

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.

Spiritual Healing and Meditation – 7 PM - 9 PM - 1st Wednesday of each month. Weather perCommunity Yoga – An open class for anyone to mitting. Everyone is welcome. St. John’s Church come and try yoga and experience the many benefits of Faith, 607 Washington Street Allentown PA. Box 421 PA 18049 • P: 610-421-4443 • F: 610-421-4445 for just $5. 7:15 pm. Also meets on Emmaus, Mondays at 7:15.

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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, 610395-3355.

thursday 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 Mat Work - Learn how this low impact class incorporates the breath and body - increasing the strength and power of your core muscles (abdominal, lower back and buttocks) to serve as the center of all movement. 5:45-6:45pm, $75/6 wks., Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610395-3355.

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 offer a fresh focus to your sport! All levels. 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.

Laughter Yoga - Come laugh your stress away! Simple movements and games dissolve selfconsciousness, leading to prolonged belly laughter.

7-8 pm. First class is free. Inspired By You Spa & Studio, 50 E. Broad St, Bethlehem. 610-419-8819.

Reiki & Aromatherapy Circle -Learn the healing arts of Japanese Reiki and Aromatherapy. Lecture, meditation, mini Reiki session with an essential oil sample. Meets last Thursday of each month. 6:307:45pm guest & practitioners. $5. Must RSVP. Emmaus. Handicap accessible. 610-967-5106.

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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 5:15- 6:30pm. $25 session. Creative Holistic Therapy, 3037 S. Pike Avenue (Rte 145) #105, Allentown. Call 610-282-0709 to register.

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 Oneness Blessings - 7 PM - 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. St. John’s Church of Faith, 607 Washington Street, Allentown PA. 610-776-7211 Raja (Classical) Yoga – Offers philosophy, postures, breathing techniques, cleansing practices, relaxations and specific meditations. Handouts included. No experience nec. 9-10:30am, $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356.

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

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friday 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. 610-559-7280 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.

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.11:30 am-12:30 pm, Twin Ponds Center, W Lehigh Valley, 610-395-3355.

Inner Fire Yoga - Taught by Shiva Das and David Newman. All levels. A balanced mix of postures, breathing, relaxation and meditation. Based on balancing chakra system. 10-11:30am, $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356.

saturday Gentle Hatha Yoga- Harmonizing and transforming the whole being, physically, emotionally, mentally and intellectually. For those looking to gently ease into yoga. Must be able to climb stairs! 8:159:45am. $11 in adv or $13 walk-in. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356 Kundalini Yoga – As taught by Yogi Bhajan. 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 walkin. Quiet Heart Yoga, Fitness & Holistic Health, 5531 Hamilton Blvd., Wescosville. 484-515-8356.

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

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A patient centered wellness community, where treatment is individually tailored. Heather promotes health and wellness by creating balance in the body.

Acupuncture specializing in anxiety, depression, digestive, and cancer support.

LEHIGH VALLEY ORIENTAL MEDICINE CENTRE

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Acupuncture and herbal medicine with capable, experienced practitioners.

Practicing acupuncture in the Lehigh Valley since 1988. Acupuncture, herbs, dietary consultation, and other aspects of Oriental Medicine provide a complete healing system for health and regeneration, enhancing the outcome of Conventional care

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AYurvedA wellNess AYURVEDA WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Shekhar Annambhotla 567 Thomas Street Coopersburg, PA 18036 484-347-6110 www.ojas.us

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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 42.

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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 33.

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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 33.

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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 29.

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Gail-Elaine Tinker, M.S., R.M. 3005 Broadhed Road #260 Bethlehem, PA 18020 610-216-4319 www.tinkerpsychotherapy.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 self-directed change.

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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 homebased funerals

COUNSELING – HOLISTIC

HOLISTIC CENTER

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.

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 whilawakening to the Art of Inspired Living. See ad, page 49.

REV. LYN S. FELIX, MSW, LCSW, CHT, RM

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.

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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 31.

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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 21 and 25.

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 selftalk 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.

BETSY THOMSON

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

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.

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

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

Beverley S. Bley 2020 Downyflake Lane Allentown, PA 18103

MOVEMENT THERAPY FELDENKRAIS METHOD®

Carol Siddiqi FGNA, RYT

Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center 628 Twin Ponds Rd, West Lehigh Valley 610-797-8250, www.4change.com 610-395-3355 Certified Master Hypnotherapist. www.twinpondscenter.com Enhance Your Health, Control stress and anxiety, depres-

Happiness &Lose Productivity! sion, pain and anger. weight, eliminate smoking. Hypnotherapy certification and hypnobirthing classes. See ad, page 41

Counseling, Hypnotherapy And Naturally Generated Excellence Lose Weight, Stop Smoking, Eliminate Phobias Control: Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Pain & Anger Hypnotherapy Certification Classes Call for a Sample Hypnotherapy Class CD & Registration Information

Bev Bley L.P.N., C.M.Ht. Certified Master Hypnotherapist Free Phone Consultations: 610-797-8250 • change@4change.com • www.4change.com

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. Become your best self. See ad. page 12.

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

Discover the POWER of your unconscious mind.

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. We offer a variety of effective techniques. FREE consultation. See ad, page 45

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.

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. See ad. page 16.

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

2900 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown, PA 18103

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 40.

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 41

MAULFAIR MEDICAL CENTER Conrad Maulfair, D.O.

2970 Corporate Court, Suite 1 Orefield, PA 18069 610-682-2104 • 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 39.

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

Woodlands Healing Research Center is a family practice supporting individualized natural approaches to health. We offer lifestyle and nutritional consultation to achieve optimal health and vitality. We also offer complete women’s services including GYN, menopause, osteoporosis and bio-identical hormone therapy. See ad, page 18.

NATURAL HEALTH

DALLAS WELLNESS CENTER, LLC

Debra E Dallas, PhD, MIfHI, DCNT 4048 Freemansburg Avenue Easton, PA 18045 610-253-1977, dallaswellnesscenterllc.com

Dallas Wellness Center is 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 45.

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

WELLNESS SIMPLIFIED

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.

Call for an appointment See ad, page 20.

TWIN PONDS INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CENTER

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

Let our world class practitioners help you relieve stress, renew your overall 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 20 and 25.

NATUROPATH NATURAL HEALTH PROMOTION LLC

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

Specializing in preventative healthcare, digestion and nutrient absorption, and thyroid and adrenal health. Modalities such as iridology, sclerology and biochemical balancing enable the development of your unique program for optimum health.

These programs are easy to follow and incorporate into your daily life. Reach your full health potential! See ad, page 6.

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

Lehigh Valley

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 15.

NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING ALICIA RAMBO-WOSNIAK

Center for Healthy Living @ Easton Yoga 524 Northampton Street, 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 wholebody 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

pend 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

“Dr. Nick” Traditional Naturopath.

Get and stay healthy. Proven FivePoint 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.

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NUTRITION & EDUCATION

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.

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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 53.

SPIRITAL HEALING SHUMEI 361 E. Main Street 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

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

See ad, page 12.

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 41.

VETERINARIAN – HOLISTIC LEE SIMPSON DVM, CVA

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

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.

VETERINARY CANINE REHABILITATION ANIMAL THERAPY CENTER

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 47.

VETERINARY ACUPUNCTURE ANIMAL THERAPY CENTER

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

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 47.

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 47.

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

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.

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

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.

Workshops, kirtans and haflas regularly. 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

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 34.

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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

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.

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 .

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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610-317-6064 Reflexologist 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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Prices: $7-$25. Call Bev 610.797.8250 or order through “products” section at www.4change.com www.4change.com.

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 part Time Space Available – For rent in holistic office in Emmaus, 3 treatments rooms and office space in holistic building. Call 610.967.0515 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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