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

22 DANGERS IN THE COSMETIC BAG

Choose Safe and Healthy Natural Beauty Aids

by Kathleen Barnes

25 NATURAL FACIAL ESSENTIALS

Few Skincare Product Labels Tell the Whole Story

by Linda Sechrist

30 TRUE WEALTH

Living a Life We Love is Real Affluence

by Judith Fertig

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32 SHARING OUR BOUNTY

Food Drives Need Healthy Donations

by Avery Mack

38 WHAT’S YOUR CHILD’S EQ?

Six Ways to Raise Emotional Intelligence

by Teal Swan

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40 BARRE YOUR WAY

TO BETTER FITNESS

Ballet-Inspired Workouts Create Long and Lean Muscles

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contact us Publishers/Owners Jacqueline Mast • Kendra Campbell Executive Editor Jacqueline Mast Editor Michelle Bense Design & Production Stephen Blancett • Steven Hagewood Steffi Karwoth • Helene Leininger Writers Gisele Siebold • Julianne Hale Sheila Julson Advertising Sales Kendra Campbell 717-399-3187 Publisher@NALancaster.com Accounting Marilyn Campbell Natural Awakenings – Lancaster-Berks Ten Branches Publishing P.O. Box 6274 Lancaster, PA 17607 Phone: 717-399-3187 Fax: 717-427-1441 Publisher@NALancaster.com NALancaster.com • NABerks.com © 2015 by Natural Awakenings. All rights reserved.

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erception is the defining element that filters and personalizes the vast sensory abundance that we encounter every day. Momentary delights blend into meaningful interactions, all interwoven with values and beliefs to give our subjective experiences their depth, diversity and color.

Consistency lies within sacred geometry’s perfect replication of numerical patterns and ratios, allowing Jacqueline & Kendra nature’s blueprint to create divine design, texture and vibration.

In the cycle of becoming, we are inextricably linked to this framework within a context of participatory observation. Our perspectives on the resources that create such a unified wholeness generate a co-creative understanding of and appreciation for our sources of fulfillment.

One of the most splendid days in October found us exploring the historically significant grounds of the famous Rodale Institute in Berks County. I had the subtle, earthy sensation of being in the midst of greatness the entire time, as we meandered through fields and gardens, all alive and well. In the orchard, we picked an apple, not perfect or shiny but lusciously unadulterated and bursting with nutrition and flavor.

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When community, service, relationships and nourishment are the priorities that direct the focus of our investments, thriving is a natural state of being. In this state, a sense of abundance will emerge from soul connections, regardless of finances and assets. This new and livelier type of wealth is unencumbered by the weight of materialism, providing lifestyles of autonomy, simple wisdom and satisfaction.

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newsbriefs Thermal Imaging for Animals Now Available at Always Helpful Veterinary Services

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lways Helpful Veterinary Services—an integrative, holistic medicine and therapy veterinary practice—has recently acquired a state-of-the-art thermography machine that offers high quality thermal imaging for animals. Thermal imaging is a non-invasive diagnostic tool that complements the veterinarian’s evaluation and helps confirm diagnoses and locations of pain and inflammation.

Veterinary thermal imaging can effectively identify problems Dr. Judith Shoemaker in soft-tissue as well as bones, and is sensitive to changes in the skeletal, muscular, vascular and nervous systems. By mapping skin surface temperature in illustrative color images, thermography can demonstrate changes in an animal’s circulation or neurologic function from many causes, including inflammation, injury or scars.

Very subtle changes in symmetry of use and function from pain, compensation, and even balance issues, can be found for appropriate treatment, and re-evaluated to track progress.

Judith M. Shoemaker, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and owner of Always Helpful, is an internationally known practitioner and educator in complementary veterinary medicine and therapy who has been in practice for more than 35 years. Using a broad-reaching integrative approach, she provides unique, personalized care to large and small animals through medicine, therapy and consultations.

Some of the integrative medicine modalities used at Always Helpful Veterinary Services include: acupuncture, chiropractic, applied kinesiology, massage and physical therapy, laser and electromagnetic therapy, pain management, behavior therapy, nutrition, Western and Chinese herbs, ozone therapy, homeopathy and homotoxicology, flower essence remedies, Reiki, equine performance dentistry and farriery, saddle and bit fitting.

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newsbriefs Gift Baskets Now Available at Misty Creek

A Second Chance to Say Goodbye Workshop

isty Creek Goat Dairy, Leola, is offering custom and pre-made holiday gift baskets, available for pick-up or shipment.

Basket themes include Artisanal Cheeses and Goat’s Milk Soaps.

Artisanal Cheeses gift baskets will feature a variety of cheeses that are made on location, from raw milk, and aged for a minimum of 60 days. Goat cheddar varieties include Plain, Smoked, Wine-n-Goat and Garlic & Chives. Other goat cheese, raw cow’s milk cheese and mixed-milk cheese selections include Colby, Monterey Hot Jack (Habanero), Tomme De Conestoga, Misty Lovely, Mist O’ Bleu, Kidchego and Midnight Dream.

Goat’s Milk Soaps baskets will contain both bar and liquid soaps. The bar soap ingredients start with about an ounce and a half of goat’s milk. After a natural curing process, the soap ends up at just over three ounces per bar. Varieties include Luscious Lavender, Mint-to-Refreshen, Restful Relaxation, Milk-N-Honey, Rosy Dream, Vanilla Oatmeal, Joyful Almond and Cinnamon Fruit. Varieties of lotions include Lavender, Mint-to-Refreshen, Restful Relaxation, Milk-NHoney, Delightful Citrus and a new addition, Cedarwood Mist.

Owned and operated by the Miller family since 2003, Misty Creek’s recipes were developed and perfected by the patriarch of the family, Amos Miller. The cheese and soapmaking tradition continues with sons, David and Henry, and their respective wives, Lydia and Sarah.

athways to Healing Wellness Center, in Reading, will host a hands-on learning experience, A Second Chance to Say Goodbye with Marianne Michaels, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., November 7.

Michaels will provide a holistic perspective on death and dying, including personal techniques for developMarianne Michaels ing an understanding of the process of the soul, and what happens after death, taking into consideration the mind, body and spirit.

Michaels—a professional speaker, trainer and spiritual consultant with more than 20 years of experience, and author of the book A Second Chance To Say Goodbye—has helped people all across the country struggling with the death of someone close to them rebuild their lives. “With Marianne’s compassionate, loving and accurate consultations, I find that my clients are able to return to our counseling sessions with a new resolve to find peace and healing,” says Sylvia Havlish, a bereavement counselor who has worked with Michaels.

Pathways to Healing offers an extensive menu of services, including: therapeutic massage, craniosacral therapy, emotional bodywork, Reiki, energy therapy, Bach flower essences, detoxifying mud/steam treatment, foot and facial reflexology, acupuncture and oriental medicine, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, Japanese Cosmo Facelift and Eden Energy Medicine Therapy.

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Location: 1817 Bernville Rd., Reading. For more information and to register, call 610-373-7935 ext. 114, email Pathways@ PathwaysToHealingPa.com or visit PathwaysToHealingPa.com.

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Lyme Awareness: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

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eannie Peck, traditional naturopath and functional nutrition clinician, will offer a free, educational presentation about Lyme disease from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., November 11, at Health

by Design Natural Clinic, in Leola. Call to reserve a seat.

“I have seen so many families affected by this elusive disease and it’s devastating,” says Peck. “Often, those that feel they may have Lyme disease have been met with more questions than answers in their quest for help. How to determine the best course of action to address the symptoms this disease can induce can be challenging. Treatments are varied and may include combinations of antibiotics, homeopathy, herbal tinctures and detoxification programs.”

Muscle and joint pain, anxiety, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, gastrointestinal disorders, heart and lung conditions, and depression—all of which may be symptoms of Lyme infections—can mimic many other health conditions.

The presentation will include information regarding various options that patients suffering from Lyme have available to them, including how and when to get tested, which test to request and choosing the right health professional.

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Featuring: Photo Booth Live Music Free Mini Chair Massage Raffle Prizes Vendors Refreshments and More!

Please Bring Basic Needs Donations Household Items, Baby Gifts, Toiletries, Diapers, Cleaning Supplies, Blankets, etc.

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Anniversary Celebration and Holiday Specials at Natural Hope Center

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aren O’Connor, owner of Natural Hope Center, in West Lawn, is offering a discount during the month of November to celebrate 10 years of wellness. Mention this news brief and receive $20 off a new consult. Also, visit Natural Hope Center on Facebook to see holiday specials for new clients to regain balance naturally.

Therapies available at Natural Hope Center include: nutritional counseling, hypnotherapy with therapeutic relaxation, massage and bodywork, herbology and homeopathy, stress and pain management, meridian and auricular therapy, detoxification and weight management programs, saliva testing, allergy testing and hair mineral analysis.

O’Connor holds a doctorate in naturopathy, a master’s of science in alternative health services, and is nationally certified in therapeutic massage and bodywork. After becoming well from chronic illnesses with natural therapies, she has dedicated her life to help others do the same.

Location: 310 W. Wyomissing Blvd., West Lawn. For more information, call 610-743-4788 or visit NaturalHopeCenter.com.

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newsbriefs Seventh Annual Women Helping Women Event

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iverview Nursery and Garden Center, in Temple, will hold its seventh annual Women Helping Women event, from 12 to 4 p.m., November 22. This fundraising event provides much needed supplies for Mary’s Shelter, in Reading. Attendees are asked to bring household items, baby gifts, toiletries, diapers, cleaning supplies and blankets. Monetary donations will also be accepted. The event will include refreshments, raffle prizes, live music, free chair massages, vendors and more.

According to Diane Salks, owner of Riverview, “This special day has always been really fun for all who attend, and we join together as a community to help raise money and donate items for women and babies.”

Mary’s Shelter provides residential and non-residential services for pregnant women and women with newborns in need of a supportive environment, and also helps prepare mothers with newborns for independent living and a vision of hope for the future.

Riverview Nursery and Garden Center—a division of Riverview Tree and Landscaping Inc.—was founded in 1973, and has grown to be one of Berks County’s largest and most respected garden center, nursery and landscaping companies.

Location: 3049 Pricetown Rd., Temple. For more information, call 610-929-5049 or visit RiverviewTree.com. To view the complete wish list for Mary’s Shelter or make an online donation, visit MarysShelter.org. See ad page 9.

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usanne Spurlock and Ryan McGinnis—mental health professionals—bring more than 40 years of experience to Wellness on Walnut, and foster positive mental health perspectives within the community.

As the guest speaker for Lancaster General Health Pain Center’s Fibromyalgia and Pain Support Group, Spurlock spoke about pain and emotions.

“Over 50 people attended, which is a testament to the Susanne Spurlock population recognizing the poignant link between our mental health and overall wellness,” shares Spurlock. Attending advanced training this month at the Institute for Natural Resources on Cognition, Diet & Longevity will enhance her life and wellness practice.

McGinnis serves as the co-facilitator of the Men’s Depression Group, which meets at 7 p.m. on the first, third and fifth Tuesday of every month at 630 Janet Avenue, Lancaster. He is also leading an Active Duty Combat Vet group which meets at 7 p.m. every other Wednesday, at Trinity Lutheran Church, located at 51 South Duke Street, Lancaster.

Wellness on Walnut provides an integrative approach by combining the talents of a chiropractor, massage therapist, acupuncturist and two mental health professionals to help clients achieve optimal mental and physical health.

Location: 219 W. Walnut St., Lancaster. For more information, visit WellnessOnWalnut.com. To contact Spurlock, call 717-203-2326 or email SusieSpurlock@gmail.com. To contact McGinnis, call 717-286-6573 or email RyanJMcGinnis@icloud.com. See ad page 16.

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ntil the end of the year, Susquehanna Dental Arts is offering a complimentary consultation and panoramic x-ray to people who are interested in finding out more about Premium Comfort-Snap Dentures. Replacement teeth supported with mini-implants are secure, don’t require messy adhesives and restore a comfortable bite.

For the last 15 years, Dr. Owen Allison and his team have been providing mini-implant supported comfort-snap dentures, partial dentures, crowns and bridges to people who are missing teeth or suffering from loose dentures or sore partial dentures.

Allison works to bring the best care and service to clients of all ages, while keeping to a high standard of excellence in procedure, policy and education.

Allison, along with the staff at Susquehanna Dental Arts, attains this standard by refraining from the use of toxic dental products.

Mention Premium Comfort-Snap Dentures for additional savings on scheduled dental care.

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Restorative Yoga and Craniosacral Therapy Combination Class

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n a yoga and craniosacral therapy combination class, Amber Burke will teach relaxing, restorative yoga and Jonina Turzi will provide hands-on craniosacral therapy/adjustments to each student, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., December 12 at West End Yoga (WEY), in Lancaster. The class is for all ability levels.

Turzi, a Lancaster native, has studied human movement and the physiology of core strength for over 10 years. She has a doctorate in physical therapy, a specialization in functional manual medicine, and is a certified Hatha yoga teacher through the Himalayan Institute. Burke is a graduate of Yale, the Johns Hopkins Writing Seminars MFA Program and two yoga teacher trainings through Yogaworks, in Los Angeles. She is registered with the Yoga Alliance at the 500-hour level.

Burke and Turzi are joining together for this class to focus on the healing potential of the body and mind to support authentic wellbeing. WEY teachers draw from a diverse array of wisdom and movement traditions; a multitude of class styles and teachings are available.

Cost: $45; receive a discount with a WEY discount card. Location: 221 W. Walnut St., Lancaster. For more information, call 717-466-9642 or visit WestEndYogaStudio.com. See ads pages 41 and 53.

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Gentle Tai Chi and Yoga Classes at Sage Continuing Education Center

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nstructor Kathy Ross will teach Gentle Yoga, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., November 11 and December 9, and Gentle Tai Chi, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., November 17 and December 8, at Sage Continuing Education Center, in Lancaster. Classes are open to adults 18 and over. Dress comfortably; bring a mat for yoga class if possible. No prior training or experience necessary. Childcare is not available.

Recent studies have found that the gentle, fluid movement of tai chi—which originated several thousand centuries ago as a martial art—can improve balance, reduce stress and offer arthritis pain relief. A study released by researchers at Tufts Medical Center found that Tai Chi can specifically reduce the pain and physical impairment of people with severe knee osteoarthritis.

Yoga—a blend of physical exercise and mental relaxation techniques—dates back more than 5,000 years to ancient India. Among other evidence, yoga reduced disability and eased swollen joints and pain without causing adverse effects in thousands of study participants, according to a review of clinical trials conducted between 1980 and 2010.

Sage Continuing Education Center offers CE classes and CPR for massage therapists, alternative therapies education for health care professionals, and holistic based classes for the public.

Cost: Donation. Location: 719 Olde Hickory Rd., Ste. B, Lancaster. For more information, call 717-314-1733 or visit SageContinuingEd.com. See ad page 52.

Acupuncturist Joins the Staff at Sheehan Natural Health Improvement Center

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uinevere Crescenzi, a licensed acupuncturist, has joined the team of practitioners at Sheehan Natural Health Improvement Center, in Lancaster.

She has a master’s degree in Five Element Acupuncture and a post-graduate certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine from The Maryland University of Integrated Health. Using acupuncture, Crescenzi is able to alleviate many forms of physical and emotional distress.

Crescenzi provides individualized treatment and lifestyle education based on the principles of Five Element Acupuncture, using the knowledge that Guinevere Crescenzi a grounded understanding of this ancient medical system helps modern patients alleviate physical, emotional and spiritual pain.

She partners with people to navigate through life changes, such as: adolescence, mid-life, career, divorce, death of loved one, menopause or any other transitional period, and helps them gracefully transition into their next period of abundant growth.

Location: 1301 E. King St., Lancaster. For more information, call 717-392-6606 or visit SheehanNaturalHealth.com. See ad page 37.

Jennifer Stumpf, a professional consulting hypnotist, attended the 2015 National Guild of Hypnotists Convention, held August 7 to 9, in Marlborough, Massachusetts. “The annual NGH Convention offers the most exciting and comprehensive platform for professional consulting hypnotists to come together to learn, exchange ideas, network and grow. Being part of this conference equipped me with new information that I am so excited to share with my clients,” says Stumpf.

“Each year, several thousand professional hypnotists convene at the NHG Convention,” says National Guild of Hypnotists President Dr. Dwight Damon. “Attendees at the convention include well-established practitioners, newly trained hypnotists, licensed health professionals, as well as people who are interested in learning more about the personal and professional rewards of becoming a professional hypnotist.”

Stumpf works with adults and teens to help them deal with many of life’s everyday problems, including overeating, smoking, nail biting, sports enhancement and greater academic achievements. In addition to practicing clinical hypnosis, she is now qualified to put on stage shows at county fairs, corporate speaking events and community fundraisers, all while educating the public about the benefits of hypnosis.

For more information, call 717-9517662 or email Jennifer-Stumpf@ comcast.net. See ad page 52.

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Spread Hope and Health this Holiday Season with Gifts That Give Hope

by Michelle Bense

Autumn Harvest Jordan Parker Cover artist Jordan Parker uses watercolors and acrylics to capture nature’s beauty and bounty across the seasons, from spring daffodils to fall leaves.

“Autumn is my favorite season; I get inspired when I see the colors start to change,” says Parker.

The cover image, Autumn Harvest, was inspired by a still life from the artist’s garden. “I had picked some pumpkins, corn and grape leaves and set it up as a table arrangement. It was so beautiful that I just had to paint it,” says Parker. “I put the painting up in my home every fall now.”

At a very young age, Parker was fascinated with horses and persistently worked at drawing them until “they eventually started to look like horses,” she says. Parker continued her artistic journey into adulthood, teaching herself how to paint and experimenting with techniques until she began to develop her own colorful style.

Today, Parker’s prints and original paintings can be found in private collections across the Pacific Northwest.

The artist’s work is also sold in Revolution Gallery, in Issaquah, Washington, where Parker lives with her husband, daughter, dog and two cats.

View the artist’s portfolio at FineArt America.com/profiles/jordan-parker.

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ancaster’s eighth annual, alternative gift fair, Gifts that Give Hope, which helps support local and global non-profit organizations, will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 12, at the Farm and Home Center. The holiday event gives shoppers the opportunity to purchase gifts that benefit local and global charitable organizations. A number of food and beverage options from local eateries will be offered.

The event also offers a marketplace of items that are either fair-trade or part of a social enterprise, which go toward alleviating poverty locally and around the globe. This expands the event’s previous offerings, and encourages people to think of pairing an alternative gift with a fair-trade gift this holiday season.

Benefiting from the event are 30 nonprofit organizations that represent local and global charitable causes, including, but not limited to, providing shelter for the homeless; new career choices for women transitioning from incarceration to the workforce; meals for school-aged children to eat throughout the weekend who might otherwise go hungry; music lessons for children; tools to educate children on how to prevent sexual abuse; gifts that help farmers worldwide by providing seeds, tools, animals to provide for their fami-

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lies; and more.

Some specific organizations that will benefit this year are Heifer International, Music for Everyone, Reach Out and Read, Nurse Family Partnership, Habitat for Humanity, Girls on the Run and more.

Local businesses taking part in the event include: Bead for Life, Light on A Hill, Our Beautiful Exchange, Imagine Goods, Revolution Lancaster, Singing Rooster Coffee, Liberty Blend Coffee to benefit Liberty in North Korea (LiNK), Canaan Fair Trade Olive Oil & Za’atar and Gobena Coffee (Go Make a Difference!).

Some of the event’s faithful food vendors include: Urban Olive, Rachel’s Creperie, Food For Thought Catering, Stroopies, Catering by Christina, Alerra Gourmet, Rafiki Deli and Café, Javateas Gourmet Coffee Café, Upohar Restaurant and Catering, HumanKind Water and My Brothers Breads.

Location: 1383 Arcadia Rd., Lancaster.

For more information, call Jennifer Knepper at 717-201-9157, email LancasterGiftFair@gmail.com or visit GiftsThatGiveHope.org/Lancaster.

Michelle Bense is a freelance writer and editor for Natural Awakenings.

Connect with her at EditorMichelle Bense@gmail.com. See ad page 17.

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Having Gratitude Yields More Happiness than Having Things

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wo studies from Baylor University have confirmed that materialism can lead to feeling less satisfied with life, while a sense of gratitude reverses some of the negative effects of the pursuit of things.

The research, led by Professor James Roberts, Ph.D., included questionnaires sent to 246 marketing students from another university, focusing on happiness and satisfaction with a 15-minute survey that included a 15-point materialism scale. The study found that individuals that focused on achieving material goals were less satisfied with their lives, less happy and had lower self-esteem. Meanwhile, the study found that grateful students found more meaning in their lives and felt a greater sense of satisfaction.

“Individuals high in gratitude showed less of a relationship between materialism and its negative affect. Additionally, individuals high in materialism showed decreased life satisfaction when either gratitude or positive affect was low,” note the researchers.

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ccording to the Centers for Disease Control, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) now affects about 1 in every 68 children in the U.S., up from 1 in 150 in 2000. This includes 1 in 42 boys and 1 in 189 girls.

Contact with animals may help ameliorate this troubling trend. A recent study of 114 children between 5 and 12 years old has found that autistic children having greater contact with animals have less anxiety related to social situations.

The research was led by Marguerite O’Haire, Ph.D., from the Center for the Human-Animal Bond at the College of Veterinary Medicine of Purdue University, in West Lafayette, Indiana. Colleagues from the School of Psychology at the University of Queensland, in Brisbane, Australia, also participated in the study.

The researchers divided the 114 children into 38 groups of three. Each group had one ASD child and two children without ASD. Skin conductance, which provides an objective way for researchers to gauge social anxiety, was measured among the children as they read silently and aloud. As expected, skin conductance was significantly higher among the ASD children as they read aloud in front of their peers. In successive sessions, when researchers introduced pet guinea pigs for the children to pet prior to their readings, the ASD children’s skin conductance levels dropped significantly.

“Previous studies suggest that in the presence of companion animals, children with autism spectrum disorders function better socially,” says James Griffin, Ph.D., of the Child Development and Behavior Branch of the U.S. National Institutes of Health. “This study provides physiological evidence that the proximity of animals eases the stress that children with autism may experience in social situations.”

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Antidepressants in Pregnancy Raises Risk of Hypertension in Kids

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n a large study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, researchers from participating universities found mothers that take antidepressant drugs during pregnancy face the risk of heart issues for their children.

The researchers tested 3,789,330 pregnant women between 2000 and 2010. Of these, 128,950 took at least one prescription for antidepressants during their pregnancy. High blood pressure among children of mothers that didn’t take antidepressants was about 21 percent. Children that were exposed to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant drugs during pregnancy experienced high blood pressure in 31.5 percent of the cases. Those that were exposed to nonSSRI antidepressants experienced high blood pressure 29 percent of the time.

This represents a 50 percent increased risk of hypertension for babies of mothers that take SSRIs during pregnancy and a 40 percent increased risk for children exposed to non-SSRIs.

In their conclusion, the researchers note, “Evidence from publicly insured pregnant women studied may be consistent with a potential increased risk of persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn associated with maternal use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in late pregnancy.”

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Ingrown Nails Linked to Over-Trimming

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study from the UK’s University of Nottingham published in the journal Physical Biology has found that over-trimming nails can lead to structural changes to the shape of the nail that increase the risk of ingrown nails and other nail conditions. The risk was more prevalent in larger nails, such as large toenails and thumbnails.

The researchers furthered a hypothesis called the theory of nail plate adhesion that links the nail’s healthy growth to the side-to-side curvatures of the nail plate. The researchers identified that when this nail plate adhesion becomes weakened through trimming, it can result in one of three potential nail conditions: spoon-shaped or pincer-shaped nails, or ingrown nails.

The paper noted deficiencies among many nail salons regarding these potential conditions. While they may be reversed over time with careful maintenance, prevention is the best medicine, according to the researchers.

Formaldehyde Found in GMO Soybeans

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esearchers from the International Center for Integrative Systems, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, have determined that genetically modified (GM/GMO) soybean plants accumulate the carcinogen formaldehyde.

The researchers utilized a scientific method called CytoSolve to analyze 6,497 diverse laboratory studies conducted by 184 scientific institutions in 23 countries worldwide. The study data showed that GMO soybeans significantly accumulate formaldehyde, a class-one carcinogen.

The research also found that genetic modification forces a depletion of glutathione among the plants, which weakens their immune system. This contrasts with the proposals put forth by the GM industry that GMO soybean plants are stronger, allowing them to endure environmental hardships better than non-GMO soybean plants.

The research was led by V.A. Shiva Ayyadurai, Ph.D., a biologist trained at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and published in the peer-reviewed journal Agricultural Sciences. “The results demand immediate testing, along with rigorous scientific standards to assure such testing is objective and replicable. It’s unbelievable such standards for testing don’t already exist. The safety of our food supply demands that science delivers such modern scientific standards for approval of GMOs,” states Ayyadurai.

Former Environmental Protection Agency Senior Scientist Ray Seidler, Ph.D., comments about the study, “The discovery reported by Ayyadurai reveals a new molecular paradigm associated with genetic engineering that will require research to discover why the extent of formaldehyde and glutathione concentrations are altered, and what other chemicals relevant to human and animal health are affected. We need the kinds of standards Ayyadurai demands to conduct such research.”

Cloves Inhibit Cancer Growth

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esearch from China has determined that cloves (Syzygium aromaticum) inhibit the growth of several cancers. Researchers tested an extract of whole cloves against several types of human cancer cells, including those of ovarian, cervical, liver, colon, breast and pancreatic cancers.

Published in the journal Oncology Research, the test used an incubation system that simulated the ability of these cancer cells to grow within the body. The researchers found that the clove extract stopped such development. The active constituents they identified within the clove extracts include oleanolic acid and eugenol. “Clove extract may represent a novel therapeutic herb for cancer treatment, and oleanolic acid is one of the components responsible for part of its antitumor activity,” the researchers commented.

Cloves, one of the oldest medicinal spices, have been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for many centuries.

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Agricultural Drones May Boost Sustainability Beginning November 15, farmers will be able to implement flying drones to perform important tasks in their fields.

That’s when changes in Federal Aviation Administration regulations will loosen many of the current restrictions on this new technology.

Advocates believe the devices can improve precision agriculture management that uses GPS and data collection to boost crop yields and profits while aiding water conservation. For the first time, the drones will be operated legally during an entire growing season, allowing companies to test their business models and technologies together. This boost in crop intelligence should make farms more efficient and help smaller operations compete with well-funded big agribusiness conglomerates whose fields are typically rife with genetically modified (GMO) crops.

“This is the first year we’ll actually be able to see, by the time the growing season is over, the impact on the farmer and the impact of the quality of the grapes,” says David Baeza, whose precision agriculture startup Vine Rangers uses drones and ground robots to gather data on vineyard crops. “The biggest thing to watch is what’s going to happen to giants like Monsanto. How you define this market is changing, and the incumbents are in for a battle.”

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Recycling Revolution

Global Rise Bolsters Sustainability On November 15, thousands of events in communities nationwide will celebrate America Recycles Day (America RecyclesDay.org). A program run by national nonprofit Keep America Beautiful since 2006, the event is dedicated to promoting recycling in the U.S. via special material collection drives and educational activities.

Materials available to groups include advice on setting up collectibles stations and customizable templates for promoting activities to increase recycling awareness, commitment and local action. There’s plenty of room to grow: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that the amount of waste that the average citizen composts or recycles has increased from 17 percent in 1990 to 33 percent today.

Some other countries have been conducting their own national programs longer. For the 19th year, Australia will celebrate a weeklong National Recycling Week (RecyclingWeek.PlanetArk.org) in November. More than 90 percent of Aussies feel it’s the right thing to do.

Recycle Now (RecycleNow.com), England’s national program, supported and funded by the government and implemented by 90 percent of municipalities, conducts its annual weeklong program in June. Organizers contend that six out of 10 citizens now describe themselves as committed recyclers, compared to fewer than half when the campaign launched in 2004. Germany also celebrates recycling for two days in June; many other countries do so in July.

Nano No-No

EPA to Regulate Nanotechnology Pesticides The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will begin to regulate new nanomaterial pesticides due to a lawsuit filed by the Center for Food Safety (CFS). In 2008, a coalition of nonprofits filed a legal petition requesting that the agency recognize the growing class of nanosilver consumer products and their risks, and regulate them as new pesticides. After the EPA failed to acknowledge the petition last December, the coalition sued the agency last March to force it to respond.

Nanotechnology manipulates materials at the atomic and molecular levels; they are so tiny they cannot be seen with an ordinary microscope and possess extraordinary mobility and unique chemical and biological properties that increase the potential for biological interaction and toxicity.

There are no labeling requirements for nanoscale products.

The EPA has since agreed that nanosilver products intended to kill microorganisms qualify as pesticides, and that developers of such products must now seek EPA review and approval before the products are marketed. The agency has not committed, however, to undertake enforcement actions against currently commercialized products that haven’t undergone the EPA registration process, although it has taken action against some noncompliant manufacturers.

Source: OrganicConsumers.org

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France Tackles Food Waste with New Law French supermarkets will be banned from throwing away or destroying unsold food and must instead donate it to charities or for animal feed under a law set to crack down on food waste. Supermarkets will also be barred from deliberately spoiling unsold food so it cannot be eaten. Larger stores will have to sign contracts with charities by July 2016 or face penalties. The law will also introduce an education program about food waste in schools and businesses, and follows a measure enacted last February to remove best-before dates on fresh foods.

The Gars’pilleurs, an action group founded in Lyon, warns that simply obliging supermarket giants to pass unsold food to charities could give a “false and dangerous idea of a magic solution” to food waste, failing to address the core issues of overproduction in the food industry and wastage in food distribution chains.

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Researchers Nale Lehmann-Willenbrock and Joseph A. Allen have written in the Journal of Applied Psychology about their research into the effect of group humor on workers by studying the behavioral patterns of 54 real-world teams from two businesses.

Humor and laughter were examined and each interaction was coded, based on recordings made at meetings. Performance ratings were collected immediately afterward and also several years later.

Results showed that levity can reduce body pain and stress and help with relaxation. Cognitively, it bolsters creativity, memory and problem-solving ability. Humor reduces anxiety, elevates mood and increases self-esteem, hope, optimism and energy. In terms of society, it attracts connections, promotes bonding and altruism and leads to happier partnerships.

The researchers also found, “At the team level, humor patterns [but not humor or laughter alone] positively related to team performance, both immediately and two years later.” The positive aftereffects of humor on team performance include question-asking, proposals of innovative ideas, new people speaking up and kudos given for jobs well done or problems solved.

While sustainability is often categorized as a long-term strategy to mitigate both corporate reputational and financial risk, a small but growing number of companies are beginning to tie environmental goals to executive compensation. That means leaders of participating firms now must weigh operational variables such as greenhouse gas emissions against short-term financial outcomes.

In a report published by Sustainalytics and the sustainability nonprofit Ceres, 24 percent of the 613 largest publicly traded companies have now tied sustainability to executive compensation, up from 15 percent in 2012.

“At the end of the day, people are motivated by their pocketbooks,” says Veena Ramani, Ceres senior director of corporate programs. “I think investors have come to recognize that if you want companies to take this stuff seriously, you’re going to have to link it to people’s compensation.”

The shift is part of a broader push to tie corporate social responsibility areas such as environmental, social and governance metrics, as well as labor and local community impacts, to core business models.

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Monsanto Pushback More Countries Ban Toxic Roundup

Countries are gradually banning the use of Monsanto Roundup herbicide around the world as a danger to the environment and human health, and Bermuda is one of the latest to join the ranks. These moves come soon after a recently published metastudy conducted by the World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer published in The Lancet Oncology determined that glyphosate, the main ingredient in Roundup, is probably carcinogenic to humans.

Colombia stopped using Roundup to kill illegal coca plants. France banned the sale to homeowners, and Germany is poised to do the same. A group of 30,000 Argentine physicians are calling for a ban there, where it’s blamed for boosting birth defects and cancer. Others, including the Brazilian federal prosecutor, are demanding that Roundup’s active ingredient, glyphosate, be pulled off the shelves.

In the U.S., the Institute for Responsible Technology (IRT) is assisting efforts in cities, counties and school systems to enact immediate bans of glyphosate-based sprays. IRT is also calling for schools to measure the amount of glyphosate residues in school meals and to take steps to eliminate them if found.

Source: EcoWatch

Making the most of the original spirit and intention of the season’s holiday of gratitude feeds mind, body and spirit. Consider these happy and healthy choices.

Turkey: Free-range and organic gobblers are less likely to carry diseases and contain synthetic additives. Heritage turkeys are raised outdoors, freely roam pastures, are genetically diverse and eat the varied diet that nature intended (SustainableTable.org).

Spare a bird: Turkey alternatives include fun, seasonal staples such as vegetable lasagna, butternut ravioli and acorn squash filled with onions, beans and dried fruits.

Beverages: Serving locally made apple cider, beer or wine supports local farmers and businesses, plus avoids the carbon footprint that distant choices incur in transport.

Festive preparations: Refrain from using Styrofoam, as it isn’t recyclable and can emit chemicals when meeting up with hot turkey; use washable cloth napkins instead of paper brands that go to the incinerator or landfill; and ask guests to bring a container to take leftovers home to avoid food waste.

Get kids involved: Tinyurl.com/GreenThanksgivingTips suggests giving children construction paper that can be made into decorations and recycled later. Baker’s clay, a mixture of flour, salt and water, can also be molded into creative pieces.

Revive the traditional atmosphere: The first Thanksgiving was a communal affair, so invite neighbors to join family members. Besides enhancing friendships, their proximity reduces auto emissions by keeping them off the road or encouraging shorter trips.

Honor peace and brotherhood across all races and ethnicities by sharing with guests the essence of the first successful summer harvest by pilgrims in 1621. According to Listening to America, by Stuart Berg Flexner, members of the Native American Wampanoags were also invited to the celebration because the tribe had taught them to plant native Indian corn, a key to recovery after their first difficult winter. Perhaps read a passage from the Iroquois Thanksgiving Prayer, encouraging us to “return to our mother, the Earth, which sustains us.”

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Dangers in the Cosmetic Bag

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e all want to look and feel beautiful, often enhancing our best features with assistance from cosmetics. Yet many of us may not be aware of the toxic ingredients contained in products we’re using.

“When the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act was passed 77 years ago, it contained 112 pages of standards for food and drugs, and only one page for cosmetics,” says Connie Engel, Ph.D., science and education manager at the Breast Cancer Fund and its Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, in San Francisco.

While most cosmetic ingredients

must be listed on product labels, sometimes their names are hard to recognize, many are toxic and some of the most dangerous ones may not even be listed.

Labeled toxins commonly found in cosmetics include endocrine disruptors that can affect our developmental, reproductive, neurological and immune systems.

Here are just a few:

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), also known as Teflon, is found in foundation, pressed powder, loose powder, bronzer, blush, eye shadow and mascara. It can even enhance the toxicity of other chemicals, according to Danish research

published in the International Journal of Andrology, and due to its fluorine base, can disrupt iodine absorption, contributing to breast disease including cancer.

Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) and its cousin, hydroxytoluene (BHT), are common preservatives found in lip products, liquid makeup and moisturizers that the European Commission on Endocrine Disruption cites as interfering with hormone function. They’ve also been shown to cause kidney damage, according to research from Spain’s Universidad Autónoma de Madrid.

Formaldehyde in many forms, including quaternium-15, coal tar, benzene and mineral oils that are prohibited in the European Union and Japan, are classified as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on Cancer.

These examples represent the tip of the iceberg of toxic chemicals of concern commonly used in cosmetics. They further range from allergens and substances that cause non-cancerous and cancerous tumors and organ toxicity to developmental and reproductive impairment, miscarriage and bioaccumulation leading to toxic overload when not excreted.

Fragrances don’t have to be included in label ingredient lists, constituting another major concern, explains Engel.

“Most cosmetics, even eye shadow, contain fragrance, and those fragrances can contain several dozen unlabeled ingredients, including hormone-disrupting phthalates.”

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tative source on all of these issues. Based on its CosIng (cosmetic ingredients) database accessed via ec.europa.eu/consumers/cosmetics/cosing, it has banned scores of toxic chemicals from makeup sold in EU countries.

Safe and Healthy Alternatives Fortunately, safe alternatives are available to enhance our natural beauty. “Become an educated consumer and read the list of ingredients,” advises Janice Cox, the Medford, Oregon, author of Natural Beauty at Home. “Fewer ingredients and organic components mean safer products.”

Better yet, we can make our own more natural beauty aids. “One advantage of making your own is that you’re in control. You know yourself and your skin and sensitivities,” says Cox. DIY products are easy if intense color isn’t a requirement. “The color many people want is hard to produce with kitchen ingredients,” Cox explains. “You can make clear mascara and eyebrow tamer with castor oil. It’s easy to make lip balms and maybe get a little color by adding berry juice or beet root powder.”

For those that want the look of highquality makeup without toxins, other good alternatives come into play, says Hollywood makeup artist Lina Hanson, author of Eco-Beautiful. “I had been working in the industry for several years before I discovered the toxic ingredients in makeup; I was shocked,” she says.

Equally unsettling, “I also learned that many of the ingredients allowed in the U.S. are banned in the European Union because of their toxicity.”

That knowledge launched Hanson’s quest to create safe, organic, beautyenhancing products for women, celebrities and everyday people alike. “So many people these days pay close attention to what they put in their bodies, but not everyone is as careful about what they put on their bodies,” she says. “I want people to understand that you don’t have to sacrifice beauty in going green.”

Hanson warns against so-called “natural” cosmetics that abuse the term and may include harmful preservatives and synthetic ingredients. She assures, “Any product labeled ‘USDA certified organic’ contains 100 percent organic ingredients.” Her book mentions numerous brands she recommends. natural awakenings November 2015

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Toxic Ingredients to Avoid

Beauty Bonus Tip Healthy, moisturized skin is essential to natural beauty, many experts agree, noting that younger women need to unclog pores to prevent acne. They don’t need much moisturizing, but skin generally becomes drier with age, making good moisturizers important. Cox recommends jojoba oil to effect glowing skin. Hanson likes coconut oil, although she recommends rubbing it in, removing makeup and then taking it off with a hot, wet towel.

The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics (SafeCosmetics.org) has created a helpful app for iPhone and Android users at ThinkDirtyApp.com. Simply download it and scan a store item’s barcode to immediately access information on the product’s toxic ingredients, along with recommendations for healthier alternatives.

Kathleen Barnes is the author of many natural health books, including Food Is Medicine. Connect at Kathleen Barnes.com.

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n Butylated compounds, including BHA, BHT n Carbon black n Ethanolamine compounds including DEA, MEA, TEA

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Fedotova, a cosmetic chemist and aesthetician who makes her professional skincare line, Elina Organics, by hand in a laboratory, compares the difference between salon and commercial products to fine dining versus fast food. “Salon products are made in far smaller quantities than mass-produced brands and offer higher concentrations of ingredients. They are generally shipped directly to the salon and have a higher turnover rate. Because they don’t have to be stored for indeterminate periods or endure warehouse temperatures, they are fresher and more potent,” she says.

Although a facial can easily be performed at home with salon or commercial products, Fedotova, who owns spas in Chicago and Kalamazoo, Michigan, recommends having a professional facial every four to five weeks. Charlene Handel, a certified holistic esthetician, holistic skin care educator and owner of Skin Fitness Etc., in Carlsbad, California, agrees.

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Handel chooses treatments that penetrate and nourish the layer of skin below the epidermis, the outermost layer, consisting of mostly dead cells, with 100 percent holistic (edible) products and freshly brewed organic tea compresses. “Without a gentle exfoliation, the first step in any effective facial, not even skincare formulas with penetration enhancers, can nourish the lower layer of live cells. One key nourishment among others is vitamin C, an antioxidant which brightens, protects against sun damage and promotes collagen production,” advises Handel.

She explains that skin cells produced in the deepest layer gradually push their way to the epidermis every 30 days and die. Dead cells can pile up unevenly and give the skin’s surface a dry, rough, dull appearance. As we age, cell turnover time increases to 45 or 60 days, which is why gentle sloughing is necessary. This can be done at home three times a week with a honey mask.

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These treatments, sometimes referred to as acid peels, can be applied to the face for no more than 10 to 15 minutes, typically every two to four weeks or every few months.

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3. Does it take you more than 30 minutes to fall asleep?

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While you sleep, your immune system recovers and prepares for the day ahead. It replenishes every cell in your body.

Low-quality, uncomfortable mattresses have been linked to discomfort and pain, which can prevent quality sleep.

People who struggle with sleep deprivation may suffer from irritability, depression, over-eating— and even face a higher risk for Alzheimer’s.

If your mattress is filled with chemical toxins, airborne allergens, or worse, your body is doing battle with those things rather than repairing itself. You’re losing valuable energy each night instead of healing your body and revitalizing your mind.

And all of that can wreak havoc on your health and well-being.

What’s In Your Mattress?

The following information may be disturbing to some. That’s because the Environmental Protection Agency has identified at least four possibly dangerous chemicals commonly found in some synthetic mattresses— benzene, propane, naphthalene and styrene—especially bedding made in China and overseas, where such governing agencies do not exist.

Consider these facts: ● Typical mattresses made from artificial materials are known to emit potentially harmful gases in your bedroom—a phenomenon known as off-gassing. ● Laboratory researchers in the U.S. and Europe have identified up to 61 potentially harmful chemicals that off-gas from typical synthetic mattresses. ● Exposure to these 61 chemicals has been associated with irritation of the skin, eyes and digestive systems. ● Additionally, the chemicals offgassed by synthetic mattresses have been associated with headache, fatigue, depression and even hearing loss. ● Your skin, the most porous entry point into your body, has contact with a mattress for 8 hours every night, on average.

● Children, who breathe faster than adults, are especially vulnerable to chemical exposure.

Every night, we lie down with minimal clothing for a seemingly good night’s sleep. But in reality, while lying on a conventional mattress, we are breathing in and absorbing through our skin a range of chemicals from synthetic materials—chemicals that can disrupt our sleep cycles and negatively impact our health.

Our mattresses emit gases from a toxic brew of components used to create them. From the polyurethane foam used in the padding to fire retardants and other additives, conventional mattresses continue to release chemicals in gaseous form long after they roll out of the factory.

Even after they have finished off-gassing, the chemically based construction of a conventional mattress provides an ideal environment for dust and dust mites, whose excrement is the #1 trigger for asthma attacks.

And get this. You know those white labels on a mattress that say, “Do Not Remove”? Incredibly, the law actually allows manufacturers to include potentially hazardous chemicals in your mattress without disclosing the fact on any label.

But if a true list of ingredients were available for conventional mattresses, it would likely include TDI (a common component), a known carcinogen, which can cause respiratory ailments such as bronchitis and asthma.

In addition, liver damage and breathing problems have been linked to vinyl chloride monomers, another common mattress material.

The list goes on. Unfortunately, it is highly unlikely that you would be given information about any of these chemicals from a manufacturer of conventional, synthetic mattresses.

The Natural Alternative

One of the most significant actions we can take to reduce our exposure to toxins and improve our overall health is to make changes to the one household item that is in direct contact with our bodies for one third of our lives—our mattresses.

“There are more ways than ever to sleep better and wake up painfree on a natural, organic mattress,” says Ben McClure, president of

advertorial Gardner’s Mattress & More, in Lancaster, PA. “Many people, like me, are in search of a natural sleep system. I was shocked to learn that toxic emissions from mattresses are a major source of daily pollution in our lives,” says McClure.

An all-natural, organic mattress is free of potentially harmful chemicals. Instead, natural materials like latex are used. Latex is naturally hypoallergenic and resistant to dust mites, making it ideal for allergy sufferers.

Also, latex is antimicrobial, inhibiting the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew, which can cause asthma and respiratory distress. No synthetic materials are added to provide these benefits.

“All latex used in our natural mattresses is from the sap of a rubber tree, which can yield latex for up to 30 years. When a tree is done producing latex, it is taken down and turned into furniture. A new tree is then planted in its place, thus making latex a sustainable bedding component,” says McClure.

What’s the difference between an organic mattress and a conventional one? “Organic mattresses are crafted from natural materials. Conventional mattresses are made mostly of artificial materials from nonrenewable sources, such as plastic and other petrochemicals,” says McClure.

Do organic mattresses come in different firmness? “Yes, there are two main types of organic mattresses: Natural latex rubber and inner-spring. Both styles are available with varying firmness options to suit anyone’s sleep needs,” says McClure.

sleeping on a mattress, with 100% sanitary linens, blankets and pillows so people can truly ‘test drive” any natural bedding,” says McClure.

3. Protect yourself by insisting on a strong guarantee. “I know people are tired of sleeping on a worn-out, chemical-laden mattress.

That’s why we give every customer 365 nights to sleep on it and return it for a refund if it doesn’t deliver the sleep you want,” says McClure.

If you’re not sleeping well or you’re worried about toxic chemicals in your bedroom, consider this: The two things in life you spend the most time on are work and sleep. How much of your remaining hours on earth do you want to waste losing sleep on an uncomfortable, chemical-laden mattress? That’s a question that many are asking.

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Doctors and chiropractors agree—nearly all neck and back problems are made worse by improper sleeping habits and bad or

What To Look For

When researching natural, organic mattresses, look at these areas: 1. visit a store that carries the top certified natural and organic brands, including Savvy Rest, Prana Sleep, Pure Latex Bliss and vi-Spring. “Each of these manufacturers crafts bedding that is safe and sustainable,” McClure recommends.

2. Try out a new mattress for at least 15 minutes. Lie down in various positions, to simulate a night of sleep.

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Choose Lasting Wealth

“Imagine an economy in which life is valued more than money and power resides with ordinary people that care about one another, their community and their natural environment,” says David Korten, Ph.D., the co-founder of Positive Futures Network and author of Change the Story, Change the Future: A Living Economy for a Living Earth.

“When we choose real wealth,” says Korten, of Bainbridge Island, Washington, “we can have exciting hobbies and adventures; work that challenges and stimulates us; and spiritual connection with a universe that’s infinitely larger than a stock portfolio. Instead of more stuff in our alreadystuffed lives, we can have fewer things, but better things of higher quality—fewer visits to the doctor and more visits to museums and friends’ houses.”

Step One: Taking Inventory of Our Stuff

Suze Orman, owner of the Suze Orman Financial Group, in Emeryville, California, and the bestselling author of The Courage to Be Rich: Creating a Life of Material and Spiritual Abundance, ponders whether having stuff is worth it and suggests we take an inventory of what we own. “Think about the value of each object—what it cost you when you bought it, what it’s worth in dollars today, and what it’s worth in an Earthly, material representation of who you are now,” she says.

Orman suggests that we go through every closet and cupboard and recycle or throw away items that no longer serve us well, and then reconnect with items we cannot part with, such as family mementos. “Think of these items so precious to you and how little, in fact, they cost you,” she says. In this way we define for ourselves the true meaning of worth, and it’s never about the stuff. Once we have a handle on what we own, it’s time to turn to what we want and how we can get there.

TRUE WEALTH Living a Life We Love is Real Affluence

by Judith Fertig

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raditional economics has us thinking in opposites—in terms of assets and liabilities. We consider the value of the material things we’ve accumulated: We add up our assets, which may include stocks, bonds, real estate, bank accounts and retirement savings. Then we subtract what we owe: Our liabilities may include a home mortgage, credit card debt, insurance premiums and student and vehicle loans. The balance is deemed our net worth. Figured this way, our net worth changes every minute and can sometimes shift dramatically.

There is a better way to assess our wealth, because we are overlooking, dismissing or squandering valuable resources and benefits such as time, personal health, spiritual well-being, social connections or community in order to buy temporal things that will only depreciate over time.

Golden, Colorado, author David Wann explores this theme in his book Simple Prosperity: Finding Real Wealth in a Sustainable Lifestyle. He remarks, “The U.S. may be on top when it comes to spending, but we also lead the world in debt per capita, children in poverty, percent of people in prison, obesity and infant mortality.” In fact, the U.S. has recently been ranked 42nd among countries in longevity— right below Guam and just above Albania.

“So where is all the spending really getting us?” he asks.

“We need to be getting more value out of each dollar, each hour, each spoonful of food, each square foot of house and each gallon of gas. The secret of success at the local, national and global scale is not really a secret; it’s in plain sight, and it’s called moderation.”

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Step Two: Re-Evaluating Life Goals

Just as we would do a personal financial assessment before we make plans to achieve financial goals, a life audit helps us determine our priorities for living happily and productively. Ximena Vengoechea, a design researcher for Twitter, Inc., in San Francisco, recently did this using 100 sticky notes during one dedicated afternoon. She wrote a single wish, one thing she’d like to do, on each note.

During this “spring cleaning for the soul,” as How we spend she calls it, Vengoechea our days is, of reaffirmed her thirst for course, how we learning and adventure.

Taking it a step further, spend our lives. she analyzed how she ~Annie Dillard spent her time and how often she saw the people most important to her,

mapping the data as pie charts. She discovered that most of her time was spent in work-related activities and not enough in adventure or seeing the people she loved. Drawing it up in the visual medium of charts helped her identify her life goals and see the changes she needed to make. Doubtless, we can all find better ways to utilize our assets.

local communities with a research-based model for prosperity. In socially abundant communities and nations, individuals don’t have to earn as much money to be comfortable, because their quality of life is partly provided by the strength of social bonds.

Heeding the Call to Change

Finding and doing what “lights us up” will bring us abundance, claims David Howitt in Heed Your Call.

Arianna Huffington, of New York City, founder of The The Portland, Oregon, Meriwether Group entrepreneur Huffington Post, knows firsthand about having so many who consults for consumer companies, maintains that demands on our time that days feel rushed, which can finding our heroic purpose (that heart-centered thing increase our stress and negatively impact our producwe feel we were meant to do) is the first step toward tivity. She says, “On the flip side, the feeling of true wealth. Howitt says the secret is in one having enough time, or even surplus time, is Finding and doing small word—and. Instead of choosing either/ called ‘time affluence’. Although it may be hard what “lights us or, our world expands with “and”. He urges us to believe, it’s actually possible to achieve.” to integrate the intuitive and analytic parts of Huffington recommends simple steps like getup” will bring ourselves: “poet and professional, prophet and ting enough sleep and putting time limits on us abundance. profit, soul and success.” work and online activities.

It’s not just about philanthropy, but truly

Belinda Munoz, a social change activist in making your community and your world a ~David Howitt San Francisco who blogs at TheHalfwayPoint.net, better place through your work, he observes. observes, “Time is neutral. We either use it wisely or waste “You’re doing good in the world, and when you live that way, it, so the onus is on us to make it an asset.” Munoz can both money follows you.” let go of stress and be more productive when she blocks out day parts. “When I focus, I shut out interruptions, stop feeling Judith Fertig blogs about living well at AlfrescoFoodAnd rushed and get my work done with ease,” she says.

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Our Time

Our Health

One high-impact way to support personal health is to value food more, maintains Wann. “We need to spend more of our household budget for food, not less,” he says. “By rearranging both our household and national expenditures, we should give a higher priority to fresh, healthy food and a lower priority to electronic gadgets, shopping, cars, lawns and even vacations.

Our overall expenses don’t have to go up, they just need to be realigned with our changing values. By choosing higher quality food and supporting better ways of growing it, we also begin to reshape the American culture,” he says.

Our Community

The community, rather than the stock market, is the better source of real wealth—both personal and global—maintains Korten. “Your community economy is part of the glue that binds people together. It’s the key to physical and mental health and happiness.” Giving less control over our financial well-being to Wall Street and more to Main Street will help us think in terms of livelihoods, instead of mere jobs. For Korten, this equates to not only how we make money to live, but also how we live—valuing our homes, communities and natural environment.

Priceless social capital comes from investing our time and money in local communities. Korten observes how, when freely and wisely spent, these efforts can lower crime rates, make schools more productive and help economies function better. Korten cites Oakland, California’s Well-Being in Business Lab, which works with the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley, to provide

Conducting a Life Audit

by Ximena Vengoechea

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ere’s one approach to doing a life audit in order to both discern more keenly what’s important and figure out how to allocate resources better to make those things happen.

Step 1: Take a few hours and 100 sticky notes. Write a wish—something you’d like to do or have happen in your life—on each one. Arrange them on a flat surface.

Step 2: See what patterns evolve. Rearrange the notes by themes or categories, such as family, physical health, adventure, profession, giving back and skills. Those that contain the most notes indicate the realm of your most powerful wishes.

Step 3: Evaluate your time. Take stock of a typical day, week and month to analyze how you are spending it.

Step 4: Prioritize. Some wishes need to be fulfilled every day or soon, while long-term wishes aim for “someday”.

Step 5: Make a plan. Just as with a smart financial strategy, which typically involves investing money over time, you can now allocate your time to make your wish list happen.

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Pasta, Rice and Grain: In Kansas to 100 in 2006, balancing nutrition City, Missouri, Katie Thomas, owner with practical needs.” of Crazy Daisy Cleaning, regularly

California’s San Diego Food Bank organizes food drives. She says, “Pasta feeds better choices to 370,000 people and sauce make a variety of dishes and each month, including military families, extend the number of meals.” Whole seniors and children. Such community grain pasta, brown or wild rice, quinoa efforts change lives. and couscous are better choices than

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Search for a generic food item at CalorieCount.com to see how brand-name products rank in nutritional value. white pasta. Bulgur provides nearly 75 percent of a day’s fiber requirement when added to soup or salad.

Cereal: Steel-cut or rolled oats, farina (Cream of Wheat) and grits are low-calorie and nutritious options for a warm start to the day. All can be found as organic; farina in whole wheat or white wheat that is certified kosher.

Cold cereals should list whole grains as the first ingredient and be high in fiber and low in sugar, like organic Oat O’s.

Snacks: Unsalted nuts, full of fiber, protein and vitamins, are highly prized at food pantries. Packed in juice, fruit cups make a healthy treat. Dried fruit and sunflower seeds are another favorite. Low-salt, low-sugar peanut or sunflower butter packs protein. Honey is a healthy sweetener.

Collecting Party: “A group of us collected and donated 600 pounds of food for babies, pets and adults to

Extended Hands Food Bank,” says Dee Power, in Fountain Hills, Arizona. For babies, include food without added sugar or salt and single-grain cereal.

Alternative Giving: Especially popular during the December holidays, the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank offers prepacked bags to grocery store patrons, paid for at checkout. Customers can see what’s included and the food bank picks them up. (Tip: Cash donations allow lower cost bulk purchases with no need to transport or sort items.)

Non-Food: Make sure the food pantry has storage space before donating wet or dry food for cats and dogs and birdseed; baby wipes, shampoo and soap; and adult soap, deodorant, shaving supplies, toothpaste, shampoo and toilet paper. “A $5,000 grant gave us added storage space,” says Byrnes.

The bottom line is what food pantries need is much the same as what’s found in any healthy home pantry—comestibles rich in flavor, vitamins and fiber and free of unhealthy additives.

Please be generous year-round, sharing well beyond the holidays.

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Annual Food Drives Local Boy Scout troops remind us to prepare for their annual food drive. On November 7, be on the lookout for a door hanger reminder; on November 14, they’ll pick up food for delivery to local food banks.

The National Association of Letter Carriers’ (U.S. Postal Service) annual nationwide food drive is May 14, 2016. Since 1992, they’ve collected more than 1.3 billion pounds of food.

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Restoration Spa Honoring the Beauty Within

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natural love of science, health and beauty led Rose major international beauty therapy association. With an Ann Linkens to become an internationally boardinterest in furthering their own education, the mothercertified esthetician, trained and licensed aromadaughter team brought European trainers to the U.S. therapist and massage therapist. The owner of Restoration Moreover, in addition to providing quality services at the Spa, in Lancaster, she takes special care to rejuvenate spa, Linkens is respected and recognized as an expert in mind, body and soul in a comfortable, inviting boutique her field and teaches/lectures at national events. setting.

Restoration Spa offers an artisanal aromatic experi Although she graduated from the Philadelphia College ence. By using her educational background and an innate of Textiles and Science—now Philadelphia University— sense for blending oils, Linkens creates essential oil blends with a degree in clothing design and marketing, Linkens for her clients, whom she truly cares about. People matter gathered inspiration from the work of her mother, Kay to her. “At Restoration Spa, we focus on the mind-body Acuazzo—a master esthetician who began her work as the connection, and our thrust is to combine elements to receptionist for her husband’s salon. After adding a makeachieve a therapeutic and relaxing experience,” relates up collection to the line of salon products they Linkens. “We specialize in assisting people sold, she became interested in skin care. Acuwho have challenging skin types because we Restoration azzo shares, “The people who were coming in want to help them get their bodies back into Spa now offers balance. Our services are based on a strong for makeup had bad skin. I started researching skincare products, developed an interest in foundation of therapeutic methods and aromaInfra-Slim, cosmetology and attended educational courses therapy products.” a full-body to become a licensed esthetician.”

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Linkens’ interest was sparked when her custom blended oils and skincare products, lymphatic mother arrived home from an Eve Taylor massage and bodywork. The newest bodywork drainage aromatherapy training course in Europe with regimen is the Infra-Slim, a full-body lymphatic Taylor’s book Face, Figure and Fashion. “My drainage treatment. treatment. mom went to Europe to receive education in

“Aromatherapy is a minimalist art. We rearomatherapy because training classes were spect nature and honor the potent and powernot available in the U.S. When she described ful effect essential oils can have on the human the latest training she received, and shared the body,” enthuses Linkens. book with me, I thought, ‘This is what I want to be when I grow up!’” shares Linkens. FasciRestoration Spa is located at 235 N. Duke St., in nated by the science behind beauty products Lancaster. For more information, call 717-290and the inner-connectedness of health, nutri1677, email RestorationSpaR@aol.com or visit RestorationSpa.net. See ad page 26. tion and beauty, Linkens’ main interest became aromatherapy.

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Tangles Salon Committed to a Natural Shift in Hair Care

by Sheila Julson Kristin Green

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ristin Green, owner of Tangles Salon, has been a stylist for 27 years.

After working at four different salons, she decided to strike out on her own and formed Tangles in November 2002. Since then, she has developed a passion for moving the industry forward through education and a commitment to use the most natural hair care products available.

Green has always kept the focus of Tangles—a name she chose for its playful, whimsical tone—exclusively on hair services. “We want to do one thing and do it well,” she says. After outgrowing Tangles’ original space, Green bought a house that was built during the early 1900s. She and her husband renovated the space for Tangles’ new location, which opened in August 2008. Green and her staff of 20 employees strive to www.DoctorNaturalMedicine.com help clients feel comfortable and confident about their hair.

Green is certified through the American Board of Certified Hair Colorists, a process through which she gained much knowledge about chemicals in hair coloring. That, combined with years of exposure to chemicals in salon products, stirred a curiosity in Green to find more natural alternatives to some of the chemical-laden products found in many salon hair care lines. She became a certified clinical aromatherapist and has created her own product line, Pro Lixx—a treatment that contains a blend of six essential oils to protect the hair and

scalp during the coloring process.

In addition to Pro Lixx, Tangles provides other lines of hair products free from harsh chemicals. Soma brand shampoos, conditioners and gels are formulated to be biodegradable, vegan and organic. Just Natural is a line of plant-based medicinal care items focused on remedies for psoriasis and hair loss. Green notes that some people have allergies to paraphenylenediamine (PPD), a chemical used in hair color, so Tangles offers PPD-free coloring.

According to Green, Tangles is one of the only salons that clarifies hair before coloring, which removes any type of chemical build-up.

One service Tangles does not offer—despite its current popularity— are keratin treatments, which Green says contain formaldehyde and are toxic to clients, the employees and the environment.

Green advocates to move the salon industry in a holistic direction, but she observes resistance to change among some industry professionals. Not thwarted by the naysayers, she continues to devote hours to researching natural and herbal approaches to hair care. “I want to make a change in the industry, one product at a time,” she says. She teaches safe use of chemical hair products and alternatives at other salons, and she has also created her own training program for Tangles employees.

Tangles also provides hair cutting services and styling packages for bridal parties, and works closely with the American Cancer Society, offering hair services for women going through cancer treatment.

Tangles Salon is located at 2122 Marietta Ave., in Lancaster. For more information, call 717-299-0266 or visit TanglesLancaster.com. See ad page 26.

Sheila Julson is a Milwaukee-based freelance writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the country.

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Bill McKibben and May Boeve, co-founders of 350.org, encourage everyone to particularly follow November 28 and 29 events working to influence summit participants and spread news of their stance through social media. Volunteers are encouraged to travel to Paris to help ask all attending government officials, politicians and business leaders to pledge to work toward divesting state and local government and university pension and endowment funds of all fossil fuel stock holdings.

In addition, individual investors are urged to direct their financial advisors to eliminate fossil fuel stock holdings and switch to alternative energy companies. Graduates and college students can promote a movement to pressure their alma maters to similarly shift investments. More than 300 institutions worldwide have already made such commitments, including the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, Norwegian Soverign Wealth Fund, University of Glascow, World Council of Churches, the California Public University System and Syracuse University.

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by Julianne Hale

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rom an early age, est organ of the body, Robyn Atticks knew absorbing 70 percent of what she wanted the things we put on it. to do with her life. “A I realized that we used hair stylist,” she would chemicals all day long respond with confidence on the skin and wonwhen someone asked dered how this must her what she wanted impact the health of my to be when she grew clients.” up, never changing her Atticks decided to answer or her mind. A change the way she did second generation stylthings as a stylist. After ist, Atticks was raised searching tirelessly for around the salon and products that would began pursuing her meet her strict criteria dream as soon as she and coming up short, Robyn Atticks graduated from high she opted to create her school. It was her expeown line, and Shear Mirrience as a mother, however, that led acle Organics was born. Ten years later, her career as a stylist in an unexpected her line of hair and skin care products direction. enjoys impressive success as one of the

“When my daughter was about six few organic, vegan, non-GMO, glutenmonths old, she began to get chronic free and cruelty-free product lines availear infections,” explains Atticks. “I able. “We went beyond organic and would dutifully take her to the docdecided that if an ingredient was not tor, get the prescribed antibiotic and doing something beneficial for the hair take her home.” The treatments turned or skin, we wouldn’t use it,” explains out to be a temporary fix, and Atticks’ Atticks. daughter continued to struggle with ear

With her success as a hairstylist infections about every six weeks. and innovative product creator in her

“Someone suggested that I take my back pocket, Atticks has decided to fodaughter to a homeopathic doctor and cus on bringing her passion for healthy, it changed my life. The doctor spent healing products to her community. about an hour-and-a-half with me, This came to fruition with the opening talking about massage, diet and other of Shear Miracle Organics Beauty and treatments. After that visit, my daughter Wellness Center, at 513 Leaman Avnever had another ear infection,” says enue, in Millersville, on September 1.

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The life-changing approach to available to try and to purchase, along health care that Atticks experienced at with other specialty products offered by the homeopath’s office collided with local proprietors. “We have a special her career as a hair stylist about 12 vegan, coconut milk-based soap from years ago. She explains, “I came across Lancaster Soap Company at the store,” the knowledge that our skin is the largsays Atticks. “We also promote green

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retailers in the area, such as green pest control, fashion designers and others.”

Atticks wants to focus on relationship building and education within the center. “There is no pressure to buy anything and we encourage people to come in and enjoy a free organic coffee, tea or infused water,” she says. “People should take a look at our calendar and enjoy time chatting with likeminded people in our comfortable space.”

“Anyone who walks in our door will be greeted with a smile and invited to breathe in the pure, essential oils. The first thing people say is how wonderful the place smells. We choose oils that help people feel happy and relaxed,” continues Atticks. “There is always a knowledgeable staff-member available to answer questions about the essential oils and even make a free, customized blend to try.”

One of the highlights of the Beauty and Wellness Center is the extensive calendar. With classes held every week, the center offers a wide variety of topics and many free educational opportunities for anyone within the community.

Atticks says, “We offer organic hair demonstrations twice a month and an Essential Oils 101 class every Monday night.” Other topics include happy healthy pet seminars and do-it-yourself workshops that allow people to come in and create something of their own.

Atticks knows that her success has not been an individual journey. “I am thrilled with where I am today but must acknowledge that I could never have gotten to this place without my incredibly supportive parents and husband,” she says. It is her hope that she can pass her good fortune on to others through the Beauty and Wellness Center.

“We just want to build relationships with the community at the center,” says Atticks. “That is what this place is all about.”

For more information, call 717-4195534, visit ShearMiracleOrganics.com/ wellness-center or visit Facebook.com/ smoeoclub. See ad page 23.

Julianne Hale is a freelance writer and editor. Connect with her at HaleJulianne@gmail.com or AnotherGrayHair. wordpress.com.

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What’s Your Child’s EQ? Six Ways to Raise Emotional Intelligence

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referred to as EQ, is often overlooked as a skill set in today’s world. The recent animated film Inside Out calls attention to effective ways of addressing a child’s journey by embracing and better understanding their emotions; particularly those that don’t feel positive.

A recent study by the London School of Economics Centre for Economic Performance found that a child’s emotional health is far more important in determining future happiness than factors such as academic success or wealth. Parents can help ensure a healthy emotional upbringing by avoiding making three mistakes.

Disapproval of a child’s emotions: This involves being critical of a child’s displays of negative emotion and reprimanding or punishing the child for expressing them.

Dismissing a child’s emotions: This comes across as regarding a child’s emotions as unimportant, either through ignoring their emotions, or worse, trivializing them.

Offering little relevant guidance: While parents may empathize, they don’t set limits on behavior or assist each child in understanding and coping with their emotions.

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The recipe for healthy bonding and emotional development is for all parties to model how they value the importance of each other’s feelings and respectfully listen for the feelings behind the words.

In opening ourselves to being understood, we open ourselves to understanding others. Good parenting involves emotion. Good relationships involve emotion.

The bottom line is that emotions matter.

We all struggle with negative emotions from time to time, and the way we address and deal with them influences our emotional health. The goal is to develop a trustworthy emotional connection with the other person that is important to us, which enhances intimacy and the effectiveness of the

relationship in accomplishing good.

Using this six-part process of helpful concrete steps applies equally to the children and adults in our lives. n Become aware of the other person’s emotions. n Care about the other person by seeing their emotions as valid and important. n Listen empathetically to better understand the way they feel, allowing them to feel safe to be vulnerable without fear of judgment. Seek to understand, rather than to agree or redirect. n Acknowledge and validate their feelings. We don’t need to validate that the thoughts they have about their emotions are correct; instead, simply let them know that it’s valid to feel the way that they do. For example, if a friend says, “I feel useless,” we could validate them by saying, “I can see how you might feel that way.” n Allow the person to experience their emotions fully before moving toward any kind of improvement. We cannot impose our idea of when they should be ready or able to feel differently. This is when

we practice unconditional presence and unconditional love. We are there as support, without trying to fix them or anything else. Don’t be offended if they don’t accept support that’s offered at this time. A benevolent power is inherent in offering love that exists regardless of what someone does or does not do with it. n Help the other person to strategize ways to manage the reactions they might be having to their emotions after—and only after—their feelings have been validated, acknowledged and fully felt. This is when we can assert new ways of looking at a situation that may improve the way another person is feeling. This is when advice may be offered.

When done successfully, this process can transform a conflict encountered in a relationship into solid gold.

Teal Swan is the author of Shadows Before Dawn: Finding the Light of SelfLove Through Your Darkest Times, on how healing hidden wounds reveals our authentic selves (TealSwan.com).

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magine having a ballerina’s physique, grace, strength and flexibility.

That’s the potential of barre.

“Barre is a combination of ballet, yoga and Pilates principles. We use small, isometric movements to temporarily fatigue muscles and make them long and lean. The so-called fatigue is what causes muscles to shake, and therefore, change,” explains Nadia Yokarini-Kotsonis, a certified barre instructor at Physique Fitness Studio, in Grove City, Ohio. Students use a ballet barre to support themselves while doing the exercises.

Yokarini-Kotsonis is among many former dancers that have embraced barre fitness. Trained in ballet, tap, contemporary and traditional dance in Athens, Greece, she discovered barre when she moved to the U.S. “I fell in love with how challenging it was and the effects and changes I saw in my body. I got certified a year later and have been teaching ever since. I’m still in love with practicing it, no matter how tired I

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Rather than a cardiovascular regimen, “Barre is good for developing core strength. You gain overall flexibility, muscle strength, improved posture and range of motion,” says Lisa Juliet, West Coast regional director of the teacher certification program (Barre Certification.com).

Not Just for Dancers

While barre has had some U.S. presence since the 1950s, “It’s having a resurgence now,” says Charlene Causey, a certified natural health professional and ballet body barre instructor in Pueblo, Colorado.

Newfound interest began on both coasts and is quickly becoming a Midwest mainstay, according to YokariniKotsonis, who says it’s one of the most popular classes she teaches, and other studios are following suit. She remarks, “Everyone wants to offer barre, and everyone wants to come to a class and

see what it’s about.”

“Seniors love it because barre helps improve their balance. It’s also perfect for people working to overcome injuries,” says Juliet. She notes that while women are predominant in classes, the tide is turning a bit toward more gender equity. “Men that enter classes as skeptical come out sweating.” One recently earned his barre teaching certificate.

Benefits of Barre

“What makes this workout brilliant is that the classes are designed to fit the goals and ability levels of all participants. Each set of exercises provides options ranging from the beginner to the more advanced barre enthusiast.

Effective, yet safe, low-impact techniques provide ongoing challenges,” says Causey.

Those that regularly practice realize many positive effects. “Your body becomes long and lean, similar to a ballet dancer’s. You learn to stand tall and become stronger with each class,” says Yokarini-Kotsonis. However, don’t expect it to be easy. “Even when you do it every day, you’ll still find it extremely challenging,” she adds.

Most teachers individualize modifications for beginners. “I tell my students to do what they can. There’s no judgment here,” says Causey.

Many yoga teachers offer barre classes as a beneficial complement to other sports and activities such as running. “It supplements your other endeavors,” notes Causey. Today’s barre classes feature bare feet and typical workout wear, specialized equipment and props, contemporary music and of course, the ballet barre. The whole experience is highly positive and upbeat, says Causey.

Most fitness experts would agree that it’s good to add variety to workouts, and trying something new adds spice to the mix. Plus, for those that keep at it, says Yokarini-Kotsonis, “Barre can be the fastest results-oriented program you can undergo. Expect to see a change in your body in a month if you attend three to four classes a week.”

Lynda Bassett is a freelance writer near Boston, MA. Connect at LyndaBassett@ gmail.com.

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rom Veronica Mars to Forgetting Sarah Marshall, her face is unmistakable. Thanks to the worldwide popularity of Frozen, her voice is now unforgettable, as well. Kristen Bell, though, believes the greatest contribution she can make is embodying an ecofriendly lifestyle together with her husband, actor Dax Shepard, and their two daughters, finding ways to help the planet survive and thrive for generations to come.

Which core beliefs catalyze your passion for consciously stewarding the environment?

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We have to laugh at ourselves. There is strength in forgiveness. Honesty without tact is cruelty. No one can make me feel inferior without my consent. Ultimately, we are responsible for one another and for the creatures and places around us.

I felt good about caring for the world around me before I had kids, but now I also derive a ton of self-esteem from being a good example for them.

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What Earth-friendly actions do you and your family embrace in day-to-day living?

Our fun time revolves around being active outdoors. We love hiking as a family, walking a mile to dinner or biking along the river. We often go exploring and make up outdoor games such as: How far can you jump? How far can I throw this? and Let’s race! The kids like to get dirty and my husband and I like to breathe fresh air at the end of a workday.

We have a garden where the girls and I are learning about growing and caring for edible plants and how to cook what we grow. Our thumbs aren’t very green just yet but we are trying.

As PETA’s “Sexiest Vegetarian Celebrities” of 2013, why are you and Dax convinced that healthy vibrancy doesn’t rely on eating meat?

I have been a vegetarian since I was 11.

I have never wanted to eat meat, even before I knew the positive environmental effects of a vegetarian diet. People need to be conscious of what they are eating. Most edible supermarket items aren’t real food. I like knowing where my meal comes from and who handles it. It makes both my mind and body feel better.

How did the animated film Frozen enable you to reach a larger young audience than ever before?

My goal with the character Anna was to play an imperfect princess, giving voice to the heroine I had been searching for when I was young: Someone who was awkward, clumsy, optimistic, too talkative, caring and didn’t have perfect posture. I wanted girls that feel like they don’t always fit in to have a fearless heroine to identify with. I want to be a real-life Anna, someone who doesn’t apologize for her flaws and stands up for herself and others because she’s strong.

Thanks to Frozen, I have been invited to do more projects that reach young people. I hope to extend my voice as a trustworthy source supporting projects that can benefit them.

You are passionate about the universal need for water conservation. What steps has your own family taken to be water-conscious?

Living in California and dealing with drought firsthand teaches about water conservation by necessity.

We carefully consider how the food we eat directly impacts water use; we all understand that producing meat and dairy is water intensive.

Replacing our lawn with AstroTurf cut our household water bill dramatically.

We never run water from the tap when we are brushing our teeth, and always ‘let it mellow if it’s yellow’, that is, flush selectively. We even reuse the water used to sterilize baby bottles to water houseplants.

Gerry Strauss is a freelance writer in Hamilton, NJ. Connect at GerryStrauss@ aol.com.

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he secret to happiness and finding the enduring joy we all seek is Thanksgiving—the simple act of continually giving thanks. To realize wonderful positive outcomes, up to and including seeming miracles, do one thing: Show gratitude all day long. Seeing everything in a new light, through a refreshing prism of love and appreciation, imparts a deep inner well of peace, calm and joy, making us feel more alive.

We can feel that way every day, in every aspect of life, awaking each morning excited to create the day ahead and enthusiastic about each moment and then falling asleep at night embracing a profound feeling of gratitude for all the good we know and have. Happiness is contagious and becomes an upward spiral of joy naturally shared with others.

Start today by launching a daily gratitude journal. This single action, the simplest and quickest way to get results, will foster a habit geared to change everything forever. It fills up our love tank, sparks success and benefits everyone. To embrace better relationships, health, clarity, life and tangible and intangible wealth: n Set a daily time for journal writing. n Pick a handful of things that prompt gratitude that day. Perhaps begin with people that support you in some way.

Everything counts, from expressions of beauty to basic conveniences. Eventually the daily list will grow, generating the joy of gratitude at ever-higher levels. n It’s important to write with love and joy, because such feelings create your

world. Even if something’s a work in progress, like encouraging steps in a relationship, focus on what makes you feel good and want more of and you’ll start seeing more evidence of them. n Elaborate in detail about a particular thing that earns extra gratitude. This carries more benefits from intense feelings than creating a list. When we see how blessed we are with what we already have, it creates more of what we are grateful for, generating an endless cycle of gratitude. n Take notice of the surprises and little miracles that occur, and be sure to make note of them to evoke an even stronger level of awe and gratitude.

Robert Emmons, Ph.D., of the University of California-Davis, a leading authority in researching the science of gratitude and its impact on wellbeing, instructs his study participants, “Be aware of your feelings and how you ‘relish’ and ‘savor’ this gift in your imagination. Take the time to be especially aware of the depth of your gratitude.” In other words, don’t hurry through this exercise like a to-do list.

An all-day-long attitude of gratitude ramps up our awareness of life’s pleasures. It takes an already good life to a whole new zone of zest.

Mary Lynn Ziemer is a master of Advanced Life Concepts, certified life and business coach, motivational speaker and author, with more than 30 years as an entrepreneur and corporate executive at two Fortune 100 companies. Connect at LivingAJoyfulLifeNow.com.

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Spiritual Message Circle – 11am-1pm. Marianne Michaels, spiritual consultant with over 20 years experience, will be giving messages from the spirit of your loves ones and will answer questions afterwards. $60. RSVP to: Pathways To Healing, 1817 Bernville Rd, Bernville. 610-373-7935.

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The Labyrinth – 1-4pm. A walking meditation on a spiraling pathway is open every first Sunday.

A journey to peace, balance, wisdom and beauty.

Tenders available for guidance and information.

Come, walk the Labyrinth. Free. Founder’s Hall, Unitarian Universalist Church of Lancaster, 538 W. Chestnut St, Lancaster.

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Healing Energy & Releasing Emotional Blocks Five week course covering: EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique); Traditional Zen meditation; Chants and mantras for releasing specific blocks/opening chakras; Practices for igniting creativity; Meditations for releasing past relationships and limiting experiences; "Shadow self" work, and more.

Sundays November 1-29 • 7-8pm

Cost: $149 for all five classes, materials, private consultation with instructor Drop-ins $30 per individual class – RSVP required RSVP: SoulSpaceMeditation@gmail.com

Day of the Dead – 7:30pm. Samhain and The Day of the Dead, as well as other world traditions believe our loved ones' spirits may be near on this day, so we reconnect and remember. Unitarian Universalist Church of Lancaster, 538 W Chestnut St, Lancaster.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Workshop: GMOs in our Food – 6:15-7pm. Free.

Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP: 717-399-9955.

FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com.

Higher Brain Living – 6:30pm. Join a Fireside Chat to learn the amazing benefits of Higher Brain Living.

Allison will also share about the HBL technique, its development and client testimonials. Free. Allison Dracha, 26 Skyline Drive, Temple. 484-772-6446, AllisonDracha.com.

Essential Oils Workshop – 7-8:30pm. Learn the basics of using 100% pure essential oils in the

home. First time guests receive a bottle of Wild Orange oil. Free. Held at Health by Design, 266 W Main St, Leola. 717-556-8103. HBDClinic.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Health Class – 6pm. Learn safe and natural solutions to your health problems. Free. RSVP to: Sheehan Natural Health Improvement Center, 1301 E King St, Lancaster. 717-392-6606. SheehanNaturalHealth.com.

Yoga Therapy For Stress and Anxiety – 7-9pm.

“Harnessing Confidence through Peace of Mind,” presented by Robert Butera of YogaLife Institute.

Learn to apply yoga tools to quiet emotions, relax the body, steady the mind. De-program anxious mental habits, create simple powerful daily shifts to create a lifestyle that transforms stress into confidence. $25/ pre-registration, $30/door. Just Breathe Yoga & Fitness, 4600 Penn Ave, Sinking Spring. 610-207-4120.

JustBreatheYogaFitness.com.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 2nd Annual Daisy Organic Flour Pie Contest – 6:30-8:30pm. Pie baking and pie tasting contest to benefit the Humane League of Lancaster County. $10 to enter pie, $5 to taste. Hosted at Tellus360, 24 E King St. Lancaster. Register at DaisyFlour.com.

Open Crafting Table – 5-9pm. Bring your arts and crafts and enjoy working alongside others at the free open craft night on First Friday. Lancaster Creative Reuse, 1865 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster.

717-617-2977.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 A Second Chance – 9am-4pm. Marianne Michaels offers a hands-on learning experience of communication with your loved ones in the afterlife. $110. Preregister at Pathways to Healing, 1817 Bernville Rd, Bernville. 610-373-7935. Pathwaystohealingpa.com.

Stroke and Heart Attack Risk Prevention – 9amnoon. Painless diagnostic ultrasound assessment of heart attack and stroke risk. Heart-healthy refreshments served. $85. Call to reserve your 20 minute appointment. 610-944-5000. DrWachtmann.com.

Reiki Level I Class – 10:30am-4pm. Experience Reiki’s healing energy with Master Sarah Preston. Includes first-degree attunement, certificate, & copy. Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster.

Call for details and to register: 717-290-1517.

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Open House – 12pm. Learn safe and natural solutions to your health problems. Meet the practitioners.

Free. Sheehan Natural Health Improvement Center,1301 E King St, Lancaster. RSVP to: 717-3926606. SheehanNaturalHealth.com.

Jennifer Kathleen in Concert – 7-8pm. Allow the beautiful melodies of this talented singer/ songwriter to wash over you, filling your heart and soul. Light refreshments afterwards. $15.

Reservations required. The Yoga Place in Ephrata, 922 N Reading Rd, Ephrata. 717-336-5299.

TheYogaPlaceInEphrata.com.

Healing Arts Color Therapy – 10:30am-12:30pm.

Enjoy a morning of therapeutic coloring. See website for details. $15. Integrative Massage & Reiki Healing Arts Studio, 632 Penn Ave, West Reading.

610-451-9577. IntegrativeMassageReiki.com.

2nd Sunday Open House – 11am-4pm. Tour the campus, meet artists, stop by the studios, galleries and exhibitions. Shop the store for one-of-a-kind finds. GoggleWorks, 201 Washington St, Reading.

610-374-4600.

Raw Vegan Holiday Celebration – 5:30-7pm.

Jamie Leedom demonstrates raw food recipes, including cauliflower cheddar soup with bacon, savory mushroom patties with herbed dressing, and pumpkin pie parfait. $30. Lemon Street Market, 241 W Lemon St, Lancaster. Register: JuicyRawBeauty@ Yahoo.com. LemonStreetMarket.com.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Wellness Day for Veterans and Military – Complementary 30 minute stress treatment for veterans and those actively serving in the military. $55 value.

Call to reserve your appointment. The Spa at Willow Pond, 1487 Old Lancaster Pike, Sinking Spring.

610-507-9004. TheSpaAtWillowPond.com.

Montessori Mondays – Starting at 9am. Observe classrooms alive with children, speak with teachers, have your questions answered. Light refreshments provided. Free, RSVP required. The New School of Lancaster, Columbia Ave, Lancaster.

717-397-7655. NewSchool.net.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Yoga for Arthritis – 5:30-6:30pm. Gentle yoga for all levels. By donation. Sage Continuing Education Center, 719 Olde Hickory Rd, Suite B, Lancaster.

717-314-1733. SageContinuingEd.com.

Workshop: Cholesterol – The TRUTH – 6:15-7pm.

Free. Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP: 717-3999955. FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Lyme Awareness – 6:30-7:30pm. Jeannie Peck, Naturopath and functional nutrition clinician presents symptoms, treatments and prevention. Health

By Design Clinic, 266 W Main St, Leola. 717-5568103. HBDClinic.com.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 2nd Friday Open House – 5:30-8pm. Stop in for chair massage, Reiki, chakra readings and more!

Artist Jan Gaul will be at the studio with his beautiful artwork Integrative Massage & Reiki Healing Arts Studio, 632 Penn Ave, West Reading. 610-451-9577.

IntegrativeMassageReiki.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Tai Chi for Arthritis – 8:30-9:30am. Gentle, flowing movement for all levels. By donation.

Sage Continuing Education Center, 719 Olde Hickory Rd, Suite B, Lancaster. 717-314-1733.

SageContinuingEd.com.

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savethedate American Holistic Nurses Association Regional Conference “Holistic Self Care - Your Secret Power for Enhancing Patient Care”. 6 hours CNE.

Saturday, November 14 • 9am – 5pm $150 (includes continental breakfast and lunch) Georgetown University Hotel & Conference Center Register AHNA.org/cne or call 800-278-2462

Lunch N’ Learn – 11am. Learn more about pre-arranging and preplanning for funerals. Free.

Limited seating. RSVP to: 717-560-5100. Appalachian Brewing Company, 55 N Water St, Lititz.

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Workshop: Strive for ZERO Heart Disease – 6:15-7pm. Free. Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP: 717-399-9955. FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com.

Essential Oils Workshop – 7-8:30pm. Learn the basics of using 100% pure essential oils in the home. First time guests receive a bottle of Wild Orange oil. Free. Held at Health by Design, 266 W Main St, Leola. 717-556-8103. HBDClinic.com.

Sleep Natural Workshop – 7-8pm. Learn about all the natural and organic options in mattresses today, what to look for and what to avoid as well as about the many toxins that may exist in your current mattress. Free. Gardner's Mattress & More, 830 Plaza Blvd, Lancaster. 717-299-6228.

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Health Class – 6pm. Learn safe and natural solutions to your health problems. Free. Sheehan Natural Health Improvement Center,1301 E King St, Lancaster. RSVP to: 717-392-6606. SheehanNaturalHealth.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Montessori Beginnings, Montessori From the Start – 9-10:30am. Join Dotty Weaber, Montessori Certified Toddler and Primary Teacher with over 20 years of classroom Montessori experience, as she facilitates Parent and Child classes for Infants and Young Toddlers (Birth to under 20 months).

Free. Registration required. The New School of Lancaster, 935 Columbia Ave, Lancaster. 717-3977655. NewSchool.net.

Lancaster Community Reiki Clinic – 6:308:30pm. 30 minutes of Reiki offered every third

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Thursday of the month. By appointment, by donation. Held at the office of Loeffler & Pitt, 2131 Oregon Pike, Lancaster. 717-269-6084.

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Yoga Therapy for Healthy Relationships – 7-9pm.

Creating Emotional Balance: A workshop to discover how to manage your relationships in a way that is healthy and rewarding. Presented by Dr. Bob Butera. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. The Yoga Place in Ephrata, 922 N Reading Rd, Ephrata. 717336-5299. TheYogaPlaceInEphrata.com.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Ladies Night Out at Building Character – 7-9pm.

Every Music Friday ladies will find free desserts and drinks, hand and chair massages, and shopping from over 35 vendors offering recycled clothing, handcrafted jewelry, art, cards and more. Building Character, 342 N Queen St, Warehouse B, Lancaster.

717-394-7201.

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An Introduction to Using Sound~Voice~Music in the Healing Arts Massage and energy therapists, holistic practitioners, healthcare professionals: Learn the history and science behind the healing power of sound, how to chose and care for instruments, their proper use and protocol, and how to apply sound therapy to your personal/ professional practice. $275 (16CEs, manual, use of instruments, group sound immersion)

Saturday, November 21 • 10am-6pm Sunday, November 22 • 10am-6pm

Lancaster School of Massage, 313 W Liberty St, Lancaster To register and for info: SoundWiseHealth.com or call 610-301-4356

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Elder: Magic, Myth & Medicine – 1-3:30pm.

Elder holds importance in North American and European traditions. Learn health properties of Elder and start a batch of Elderberry syrup. Includes a small bottle of syrup and recipes. $25. Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster. Call to register: 717-290-1517.

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John Terlazzo & Voices in the Hall – 7pm. An evening of song in an intimate, candlelit setting. Includes

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vocals, strings, flute, and Indian harmonium. Donation $5-$20/person. Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517. HerbsFromTheLabyrinth.com.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22 Women Helping Women Benefit – 12-4pm. Bring your donations of baby gifts, household items, cleaning supplies, blankets, and toiletries. Enjoy music, refreshments, vendors, raffles, chair massage and more. Riverview Tree and Nursery, 3049 Pricetown Rd, Temple. 610-429-5049. RiverviewTree.com.

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Workshop: GMOs in our Food – 6:15-7pm. Free.

Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP: 717-399-9955.

FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26 THANKSGIVING DAY

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Lancaster’s eighth annual alternative gift fair features food, art and handmade wares and the opportunity to donate to charitable organizations. Give back and make a difference while honoring friends and loved ones.

Saturday, December 12 • 10am-4pm Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd, Lancaster For info: call 717-201-9157 or email LancasterGiftFair@gmail.com GiftsThatGiveHope.org/Lancaster

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Featuring angel art, aura photography, acupuncture, crystals, herbs, readings, healthy products, music, reflexology, refreshments, and much more. Vendors welcome.

Friday, December 18 • 10am-4pm Saturday, December 19 • 10am-4pm Leesport Farmers Market Banquet Hall, Rt 61, Leesport,8 mi north of Reading For vendor info contact Kimberlee Dawn: 484-363-7356 or KimberleeDawn88@gmail.com

ongoingevents sunday A Course in Miracles – 9:30am. Healing and Quiet Meditation at 10:30am. followed by a weekly service. Potluck the last Sunday of the month. Lancaster Metaphysical Chapel, 610 Second St, Lancaster.

717-393-4733. LancasterChapel.org.

Eckankar Worship Service – 11am. 2nd Sunday.

Community HU Song, 11am. 4th Sunday. Experience the Light and Sound of God. Eckankar, Sleep Inn, 310 Primrose Ln, Mountville. 717-394-9877.

Meetup.com/CommunityHu. Hot 26 Yoga – 4-5pm. 13 standing, and 13 seated postures make 26 ways to stretch, strengthen, and sweat. Suitable for beginners and seasoned students. $12 drop-in or use class card. Tula Yoga Center at The Spine and Wellness Center, 3933 Perkiomen Ave, Reading. 610-779-4588. TulaYogaCenter.com.

Restorative Yoga – 5-6pm. Relax and renew. Poses are held longer with the support of props. All levels welcome. $12. Bridge Yoga Studio, 1705 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster. 717-330-1304. BridgeYogaStudio.com.

Soul Space Meditation Course – 7-8pm (Nov 1-29th). Learn how to heal and release emotional blocks with EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), traditional Zen meditation, chants and mantras, practices for igniting creativity, meditations and more. $30/class.

RSVP: required to SoulSpaceMeditation@gmail.com.

monday Meditative Movements w/Postures – 9-10:15am.

Ashtanga inspired flow. $16. YOGA on Orange; 129 E Orange St, 4th floor, Lancaster. 717-392-3992.

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Vinyasa Yoga – 5:30pm. All levels. $12.50/class.

Gayatri Wellness, Studio 240, Goggleworks, 201 Washington St, Reading. GayatriWellness.com.

Vinyasa Yoga – 6:00pm. All levels. Dynamic flow class and strong breath work. $15/class. Month/ class card rates available. Down Dog Yoga Wellness Center, 525 Reading Ave, West Reading. 610-3737181. DDYoga.com.

Fusion Wellness Yoga – 6-7pm. All levels class providing relaxation, and restoration. $15/class.

Packages available. Fusion Wellness, 1895 Graystone Road, East Petersburg. 717-475-1381.

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Intro to Young Living Essential Oils – 6:307:30pm. Short and sweet weekly meeting of support to YL enthusiasts and those who wish to learn about the oils. Community Room, Park City Center, Lancaster. Free. Contact Trella Dubetz for info. 717468-7523. TrellaDubetz.com.

Aerial Intro – 6:45-7:45pm. Supported by a fabric hammock, focus is on the fundamental “wraps” used in an Aerial practice. Perfect for those new to the hammock, the class is not only for beginners.

Challenges will always be offered and continued time in the hammock creates a fluid practice and limitless possibilities. Just Breathe Yoga & Fitness 4600 Penn Ave, Sinking Spring. 610-2074120. JustBreatheYogaFitness.com.

Hatha Yoga - 7:30-8:30pm. A classic yoga with postures, meditation and breathing. Suitable for both beginners and seasoned students. $12 drop-in or use class card. Tula Yoga Center at the Spine and Wellness Center, 3933 Perkiomen Ave, Reading.

610-779-4588. TulaYogaCenter.com.

Prenatal Yoga – 7:30-8:45pm. $68 for six classes.

The Yoga Place in Ephrata 922 N Reading Rd, Ephrata. 717-336-5299. TheYogaPlaceInEphrata.com.

tuesday Feldenkrais – 11am. Awareness Through Movement with Donna Bervinchak. At Susquehanna Dance Center, 120 College Ave, Mountville. $15/ drop-in. 717-285-0399. FeldenkraisBlog.com.

Hatha Yoga & Meditation with Maria – 6:458:15pm. All-levels class with heart-centered meditation. $16 drop-in. Yoga on Orange, 129 E Orange St., Lancaster. 717-392-3992. YogaOnOrange.com.

Hormonal Metabolic Correction Seminar – 7-8pm. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Learn about a hormone-based weight loss program which addresses the root cause of slow metabolism and weight gain.

Free. Call to register: BeBalanced Center, 484 Royer Drive, Lancaster. 717-569-3040.

Yin Yoga – 7:30pm. Restorative yoga with gentle and prolonged stretches. All levels. $15/class.

Month/class card rates available. Down Dog Yoga Wellness Center, 525 Reading Ave, West Reading.

610-373-7181. DDYoga.com.

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Relax and Restore – 9-10:15am. Release tension stored in the spine and muscles and relax in a way that is healing from the inside out. Especially beneficial to those who suffer from chronic pain such as fibromyalgia, low back pain and injuries.

Excellent for beginners. $15/class. The Yoga Place, 922 N Reading Rd, Ephrata. 717-336-5299.

TheYogaPlaceInEphrata.com.

Chair Yoga – 9-9:45am. Yoga practice seated on a chair. Teri Butson RYT200. $5/class. Bright Side Opportunities Center, 515 Hershey Ave, Lancaster.

717-509-1342.

Hatha Yoga with David – 10:30am. A practice influenced by the Kundalini Yoga tradition, connecting to Mother Earth and nature, and the metaphysical nature of being. $15/class. Eastern Arts and Holistic Academy, 2212 Perkiomen Ave, Mt. Penn. 610-370-1999.

Vinyasa Class – 4:45-5:45pm. A flowing yoga practice. $5/class. Bright Side Opportunities Center, 515 Hershey Ave, Lancaster. 717-509-1342.

Hatha Yoga – 6:00pm. Traditional flow class with guided postures and meditation. All levels. $15/ class. Month/class card rates available. Down Dog Yoga Wellness Center, 525 Reading Ave, West Reading. 610-373-7181. DDYoga.com.

Meditation Group – 6-8pm. Guided meditation, walking meditation, social time/snack, spiritual teaching, and group discussion. $5. Friends Meeting House, 110 Tulane Terrace, Lancaster. For info contact Sue: 717-779-9951.

Men’s Yoga Flex – 6:45pm. This multi level class is a great place to discover all the benefits of Yoga in a comfortable atmosphere. Perfect for beginners, but taught in levels to allow your practice to grow. Just Breathe Yoga & Fitness 4600 Penn Ave, Sinking Spring PA 610-207-4120. JustbreatheYogaFitness.com.

Meditative Movements w/Postures – 9-10:15am.

Ashtanga inspired flow. $16. YOGA on Orange; 129 E Orange St, 4th floor, Lancaster. 717-392-3992.

YOGAonOrange.com.

Gentle Warm Yoga - 9:30-10:30am. Start with great postures to stretch the entire body, then end with an amazing relaxation and a cold stone. $12 drop-in or use class card. Tula Yoga Center in The Spine and Wellness Center, 3933 Perkiomen Ave, Exeter.

610-779-4588. TulaYogaCenter.com.

Silent Sitting Meditation – 5:30-6:30pm. (Doors open at 5pm). All are welcome to sit in silence for an hour, with freedom to take breaks or leave early.

Free. Hosted by Craig Schollenberger, 4 Park Plaza, Ste 371, Wyomissing. 484-474-0984. MindfulnessInReadingAndBerks.com.

Feldenkrais – 5:45pm. Awareness Through Movement with Donna Bervinchak. At Susquehanna Dance Center, 120 College Ave, Mountville. $15 / drop-in. 717-285-0399. FeldenkraisBlog.com.

Cooking Class – 6:30-8pm. Informative and fun cooking classes with Chef Rob and Nutrition Coach Beth Rohrer. $25-35. See website for details and to register. Fusion Wellness, 1895 Graystone, Rd, East Petersburg. 717-475-1381. FusionWellnessPA.com.

TRX Suspension Training – 6:45pm. Using gravity and your body weight, you will increase strength, balance, flexibility, core stability and cardio endurance in this complete body workout. You are in control of the intensity of your workout, so this class is perfect for all levels. Just Breathe Yoga & Fitness 4600 Penn Ave, Sinking Spring PA 610-207-4120.

JustBreatheYogaFitness.com.

Yin Yoga – 6:45pm. Gentle and restorative yoga for all levels. $12.50. Gayatri Wellness, Studio 240, Goggleworks, 201 Washington St, Reading.

Gratitude is the sign of noble souls. ~Aesop

friday Music in the Café – 6:30-8:15pm. Enjoy live music and a special menu in the café. Ten Thousand Villages, 240 N Reading Rd, Ephrata. 717721-8400.

saturday Breathe with Intention – 9am (every 2nd and 4th Saturday). Relaxation and stretching with Essential Oils. $6 or $3 for EOClub members. Shear Miracle Wellness Center, 513 Leaman Ave, Millersville.

717-419-5534. SMOWellness.com.

Gentle Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Slower-paced yoga great for beginners. $12. Bridge Yoga Studio, 1705 Lincoln Highway E. Lancaster. 717-330-1304.

BridgeYogaStudio.com.

Open House – 10am-1pm. Test your favorite essential oils, diffusers, products and more. Enter to win our weekly raffles. Josiah’s Oils, 8 Meadow Lane, Lancaster. 717-824-3222. JosiahsOils.com.

Gentle Yin Body Restore – 10:15-11:15am. Hatha/ Yin mix. $16. YOGA on Orange; 129 E Orange St; 4th floor, Lancaster. 717-392-3992. YOGAonOrange.com.

DIF K9 Training Orientation Session – 11am12noon. Contact Pat at Training@difk9.com for more information and to register. Free. Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom, 4267 New Holland Rd, Mohnton. GodfreysDogdom.com. 610-777-5755.

Farmers Markets Berks County

Lancaster County

Fairgrounds Farmers Market 2934 N 5th St Hwy, Reading 610-929-3429 Year-round Thurs/Fri/Sat

Columbia Historic Market House 15 S 3rd St, Columbia 717-681-0385 Year-round Thurs/Fri/Sat

Leesport Farmers Market Rt 61, Leesport 610-926-1307 Year-round Wednesdays

Corn Crib Market 35 W Main St, Mount Joy Year-round Saturdays

PA Dutch Farmers Market 845 Woodland Rd, Wyomissing 610-374-1916 Year-round Thur/Fri/Sat

East Side Market Musser Park, Lancaster 717-333-0443 Sundays May 24 - October 25

Rodale Institute 611 Siegfriedale Rd, Kutztown 610-683-6009 Thursday thru Saturday

Ephrata Whistlestop Market 16 E Main St, Ephrata Saturdays May - October

Shillington Farmers Market 10 S Summit Ave, Shillington 610-777-7675 Year-round Thurs/Fri/Sat West Reading Farmers Market 538 Penn Ave, West Reading Sundays May - November

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Light Vinyasa Yoga – 7-8pm. Suitable for beginners, intermediate and advanced students. Eileen Wieder Crone, RD, MS, EYRT-500. Suggested $5 or more donation. Lititz Moravian Church, Church Square, Lititz. 717-627-4258. Raw4Yoga.com.

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Green Dragon Farmers Market & Auction 955 N State St, Ephrata 717-738-1117 Year-round Fridays Lancaster Central Market 23 N Market St, Lancaster 717-399-9494 Year-round Tues/Fri/Sat

Marietta Market Flanagan Park, Marietta Saturdays June - October Masonic Village Farm Market 1 Masonic Dr, Elizabethtown 717-361-4520 Monday thru Saturday Roots Country Market 705 Graystone Rd, Manheim 717-898-7811 Year-round Tuesdays only

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ACUPUNCTURE BLOSSOMS AND ROOTS WELLNESS Jo Ellen Wisnosky, L.Ac. 122 E Chestnut St • Lancaster 717-723-1362 BlossomsAndRoots.com

Acupuncture naturally optimizes your health by treating pain and sports injuries, anxiety and stress, infertility and allergies, provides support for the immune system and revitalization for the facial muscles. Additional services include cupping, acupressure, nutrition and therapeutic bodywork.

Health For Life Clinic, Inc. Dr. Ann Lee, ND, L.Ac 112 N Cornell Ave • Lancaster 717-669-1050 DoctorNaturalMedicine.com

Learn how your symptoms are connected, get answers, and achieve improved health and well being as we facilitate your body's ability to heal itself through acupuncture and naturopathic medicine. Specializing in hormone balancing and fertility.

Visit the website for testimonials and more information. See ad, page 35.

TRADITIONAL ACUPUNCTURE Beverly Fornoff 28 Keystone Court • Leola 717-381-7334 LancasterAcupuncture.com

Discover your body’s natural ability to heal. Acupuncture is a safe and effective way to relieve acute or chronic pain, stress, allergies, colds, digestive problems, insomnia and many more health problems. See ad, page 17.

Dr. Charles JangDhari Dr. Jessica Riehl 7 Center Street • Intercourse 717-768-7148 JangDhariFamilyChiropractic.com JFChiropractic@gmail.com

CHIROPRACTIC A THERAPEUTIC EFFECT

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BLUE SKIES CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Leah Reiff 219 W Walnut St • Lancaster 717-390-9998 BlueSkiesChiroHealth.com

Chiropractic is used for natural relief from conditions such as chronic pain, injuries, pregnancy complications, complications from aging & more. Dr. Reiff carefully considers every individual's comfort level & provides specific adjustments to support the body for benefits that will last. See ad, page 16.

FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. Martin J. Rodgers Dr. Bryan Rodgers Dr. Samuel Saikia

1717 Old Philadelphia Pike • Lancaster 717-393-9955 FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com Family Chiropractic We l l n e s s C e n t e r focuses on whole body health. Our doctors make a personalized program for each patient and use a multidisciplinary approach of corrective Chiropractic Care, Massage, Rehabilitation and/or Spinal Decompression to return the spine to it's natural alignment, taking pressure off the nervous system so the body can function with optimal health.

Dr. Thomas B. Wachtmann, DC Dr. Jessica Kmiecik, DC 3130 Pricetown Road • Fleetwood 610-944-5000 DrWachtmann.com

High quality, patient focused Chiropractic Care, Functional Diagnostic Medicine evaluation and treatment, and Massage Therapy. We focus on correcting the underlying causes of many disorders, diseases and conditions.

Call for a complimentary consultation and benefit check. See ad, page 11.

COUNSELING DEEP RELAXATION FOR POSITIVE RESULTS

Amy Titzer, MS, LPC 2938 Columbia Ave, Ste 1002 • Lancaster 717-742-2003 AmyTitzerDeepRelaxation.com Deep Relaxation is a highly effective treatment for stress management, weight loss, smoking cessation, pain management, increasing confidence, creativity and more.

Amy has been a counselor for over 25 years, and has a strong record of success with her clients. She will help you achieve the healthy life you desire.

“When you are able to shift your inner awareness to how you can serve others, and when you make this the central focus of your life, you will then be in a position to know true miracles in your progress toward prosperity.” ~Wayne W. Dyer natural awakenings November 2015

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COUNSELING RYAN J. McGINNIS, BS, MDiv

Wellness on Walnut Integrative Health Center 219 W Walnut St • Lancaster 717-286-6573 RyanJMcGinnis@icloud.com Ryan has spent over 10 years serving in various capacities including pastor, caseworker, and counselor. He works with individuals, couples, and families to resolve conflicts and to live life as fully as possible.

See ad, page 16.

SAGE CONTINUING EDUCATION CENTER

Lin Roussel, Director 719 Olde Hickory Rd, Suite B • Lancaster 717-314-1733 SageContinuingEd.com PA State Board approved Continuing Education Classes for Massage Therapists, Nurses, Acupuncturists, Physical Therapists, and Athletic Trainers. Also a provider of Holistic and wellness-based classes for the public.*Space available to rent for meetings, workshops, classes, massage and energy work.

ESSENTIAL OILS SUSANNE UMIKER SPURLOCK, MSW, ACSW

Life and Wellness Counselor Wellness on Walnut Integrative Health Center 219 W Walnut St • Lancaster 717-203-2326 WellnessOnWalnut.com I will help you figure out how you can overcome your personal life and health challenges and achieve a more dynamic life. Don’t settle for mediocrity! I will listen, inspire, inform, and help you transform! If you are ready for a change……Come see me! See ad, page 16.

TRELLA DUBETZ

Sage Massage and Wellness 464 B N George St • Millersville 717-468-7523 Trella.VibrantScents.com TrellaDubetz.com Offering natural remedies to life's imbalances, essential oils create true wellness when in their raw, pure and potent form. They are powerfully therapeutic, promoting overall health, and supporting both physical and emotional well-being when simply used in the day to day.

Free consults, massage and body work with essential oils, and weekly educational workshops available!

FELDENKRAIS DENTISTRY SUSQUEHANNA DENTAL ARTS Owen Allison, DMD 100 S 18th St • Columbia 717-684-3943 • 717-285-7033 SusquehannaDentalArts.com

We are a fullservice family dental practice providing 100% mercury-free restorations, quality non-surgical periodontal care, INVISALIGN, implant-retained dentures and partials. See ad, page 22.

IMPROVING THROUGH MOVEMENT Donna Bervinchak Feldenkrais / Child’Space Practitioner 3543 Marietta Ave, H1 • Lancaster 717-285-0399 FeldenkraisBlog.com

Supporting brain development through movement and touch: Donna uses her deep knowledge of movement development to teach people how to function more efficiently. Improving the quality of functions such as sitting, climbing, standing, and walking is essential for restoring and maintaining the health of one’s back, legs, and arms.

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Abbi Caballero, MS Holistic Health Educator/Fitness Coach 717-945-6769 NewRealmWellness.com New Realm Wellness introduces a dynamic approach to health and wellness enhancement -alternative lifestyle and fitness coaching. Individual wellness programs are tailored for each client’s specifics needs. Through this process, various components of holistic health and low-impact, no-gym-needed fitness regimen are incorporated into a comprehensive wellness program. Abbi will empower you to achieve optimum health!

SHEEHAN NATURAL HEALTH IMPROVEMENT CENTER Dr. Keith Sheehan Laura Sheehan 1301 E King St • Lancaster 717-392-6606 SheehanChiropractic.com

Sheehan Natural Health Improvement Center provides holistic health care through nutritional counseling and whole food supplements. Our cuttingedge treatments have been found to help a broad range of symptoms and illnesses including fibromyalgia, depression, migraines, and weight loss. From infants to seniors. See ad, page 37.

ZENERGY ARTS & WELLNESS Sandra Saylor Seaman, C. F. Hom. Sandree33@gmail.com ZenergyAW.com 610-763-1876

Body Code/Emotion Code energy work and homeopathy. Release trauma and emotional baggage.

Balance organs, glands, systems.

Eliminate toxins. Free evaluation with first session. For all chronic issues and supporting wellness.

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THE NEW SCHOOL OF LANCASTER

Offering outstanding Montessori education for toddlers to middle school students in a light-filled, historic space in Lancaster City. For 25 years, The New School has provided an excellent, non-denominational, educational opportunity in a child-centered, respectful, and caring environment. Accredited by The American Montessori Society and licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. See ad, page 38.

HOLISTIC HEALTH

“I've never seen a smiling face that was not beautiful.“ ~Author Unknown

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Jennifer Stumpf, Certified Hypnotherapist Elizabethtown 717-951-7662 Jennifer-Stumpf@comcast.net ElizabethtownHypnosis.com Hypnotherapy is a combination of hypnosis and therapeutic intervention. Let me lead you on a journey towards positive change while you are in a deeply relaxed in a state of mind. Stop smoking, manage stress and pain, lose weight, reduce anxiety, enhance sports or study performance. Possibilities are limitless!

Integrative Medicine

MASSAGE THERAPY

NICK D'ORAZIO, MD

INTEGRATIVE MASSAGE & REIKI

Physician board certified in integrative and holistic medicine employs a wide variety of treatment modalities including ayurveda, IV treatments including chelation, homeopathic, herbal, and nutritional medicine, natural injections, physical rehabilitation, and bodywork. Dr. D’Orazio is a physician who lives what he teaches. See ad, page 37.

Integrative Massage & Reiki Healing Arts Studio provides a unique mind body spirit approach to wellness with a variety of holistic therapies including m a s s a g e t h e r a p y, R e i k i , aromatherapy, crystal therapy, and more. Sessions and classes are available. Christina Rossi is a NCBTMB approved CE provider. Please visit website for more information.

Strasburg Health Associates 181 Hartman Bridge Rd • Ronks 717-687-7541 DrNickDorazio@gmail.com

Integrative Physical Therapy JONINA TURZI, DPT, CFMT, E-RYT

221 W Walnut St • Lancaster 717-380-3559 JoninaYogaTherapy@gmail.com JoninaTurzi.com WestendYogaStudio.com Dr. Turzi combines traditional physical therapy, osteopathic mobilization, neuromuscular therapy, and visceral manipulation with yoga and postural training in private sessions, studio group classes, and workshops. See ad, page 41.

Intuitive Consulting INTUITIVE CONSULTANTS

John Stewart CHt & Maggie Shetz CHt Lancaster 717-340-2121 IntuitiveConsultants.net Offering unique professional services to enhance your quality of life. Intuitive Readings in-person, Skype or phone, Past Life Regression, Hypnotherapy and CRV (to locate lost pets and valuables). We also offer Lectures, Workshops, Classes and Parties!

Learn more at our website.

LANDSCAPE services EARTHBOUND ARTISAN

Timothy Seifarth 292 Duke Street • Ephrata 717-405-7941 EarthboundArtisan.com Earthbound Artisan is a Tree Care and Landscape Design, Build, and Maintenance company that offers organic and holistic solutions for your surrounding ecosystem and environment. Certifications in Arboriculture (ISA), Landscape (PLANET-CLT-E), and Permaculture. See ad, page 10.

Christina Rossi 632 Penn Ave • West Reading 610-451-9577 IntegrativeMassageReiki.com

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MATTRESSES NATURAL/ORGANIC GARDNER’S MATTRESS & MORE 830 Plaza Blvd • Lancaster 717-459-4570 GardnersMattressAndMore.com

Gardner’s is a locally owned mattress store offering a wide selection of quality natural and organic mattresses ranging from the luxurious to economical.

Educating our customers on getting a good night’s sleep and the benefits of sleeping naturally and organically is our mission. To schedule your private sleep consultation, go to SleepLancaster.com/Natural. See ad, page 5.

NATUROPATH HEALTH BY DESIGN NATURAL CLINIC

Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath Functional Nutrition Clinician 266 W. Main St • Leola 717-556-8103 HBDClinic.com Promoting an integrative functional medicine approach by educating others on how to improve health and prevent problems for both adults and children. See ad, page 17.

HEALTH FOR LIFE CLINIC, INC Ann Lee, ND, L.Ac 112 Cornell Ave • Lancaster 717-669-1050 DoctorNaturalMedicine.com

Learn how your symptoms are connected, get answers, and achieve improved health and wellbeing as we facilitate your body's ability to heal itself through acupuncture and naturopathic medicine. Specializing in hormone balancing and fertility. Visit the website for testimonials and more information. See ad, page 35.

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NATUROPATH NATURAL HOPE CENTER

Karen O’Connor, ND, MS, NCTMB 310 W Wyomissing Blvd • West Lawn 610-743-4788 NaturalHopeCenter.com We offer a wide variety of noninvasive techniques and therapies to bring the mind and body back to balance naturally, including nutritional counseling, h y p n o t h e r a p y, m a s s a g e , h e r b o l o g y, h o m e o p a t h y, acupressure /auricular therapy, and stress and pain management.

TREE OF LIFE HEALTH MINISTRIES Robert Miller, ND 15 Pleasure Rd • Ephrata 717-733-2003 TOLHealth.com

Experience a customized health plan to meet your individual needs. Our t e a m o f f e r s comprehensive wellness services including naturopathic consultations, nutrition, weight management and detoxification programs, DNA testing with customized nutritional support, TurboSonic sessions, stress management, craniosacral and massage therapy, clinical herbalist consults, exercise programs, prenatal and pediatric wellness and more. See ad, back cover.

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PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION HIGHER BRAIN LIVING Allison Dracha 26 Skyline Drive • Temple 484-772-6446 AllisonDracha.com AJDracha@gmail.com

Higher Brain Living® dissolves that gigantic brain block you’ve been carrying around with you for so long. This simple yet innovative technique can put all those experiences behind you. Once that block is released you can truly move forward in your life. What you dream about becomes your reality. See ad, page 11.

reiki LANCASTER REIKI CLINIC

Helene Williams Held at the office of Loeffler & Pitt 2131 Oregon Pike • Lancaster 717-269-6084 LancasterCommunityReikiClinic.com Offering thirty minute sessions to those who would like to experience the many benefits of Reiki. Clinic held the third Thursday of each month, from 6:30-8:30PM. Appointments must be scheduled in advance. Cost: By donation. Practitioners needed. Please call for more information.

Tia Mazy, Owner Lora Ocasio, Stylist Amber Goodman, Stylist 4040 Penn Ave • Sinking Springs 610-741-6604 AmazyngStyleAndReclaimedJewels.com

ELEMENTS TO WELLNESS

Amazyng Style is an ecofriendly salon specializing in organic hair color, and all natural make-up. All products are vegan and ammonia free. Reclaimed Jewels is a green boutique carrying recycled, repurposed, fair trade and organic merchandise.

We provide massage therapy, skin care, waxing, Reiki, reflexology, and aromatherapy services. All services are performed by licensed/ certified individuals in our private, spacious, relaxing suite. See ad, page 25.

SKIN/BODY CARE 6 Hearthstone Court, Suite 106 • Reading 610-685-1761 ElementsToWellness.com

EMERGENCE SKIN CARE

“Beauty is not in the face; beauty is a light in the heart.“ ~Kahlil Gibran

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Rashell Brunner 3695 Marietta Ave, Unit 2 • Lancaster 717-419-4766 Emergence.SkinCareTherapy.net At Emergence we customize all facials to make sure you get the best results. We use products with no artificial color or fragrance.

From waxing, facials, peels, microderm, make-up to massage, we’ve got you covered. See ad, page 9.

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Thermal Imaging AQUA BLUE DETOX

Lori Martin 50 Keystone Court • Leola 717-656-8615 AquaBlueDetox.net Offering digital infra-red Thermal Imaging for breast and body, a non-invasive imaging procedure for early detection of a number of diseases and physical injuries.

Also providing detox therapies, a full-spectrum infra-red sauna, tapping, therapeutic massage, nutritional education, and more. See ad, page 25.

ADVANCED THERMAL IMAGING Pamela Howard, DC, CCT 550 Coventry Dr • Mechanicsburg 259 N 6th St, Ste 2 • Columbia 866-522-3484 AThermalImage.com

Thermal Imaging offers a safe, non-invasive way to visualize potential health concerns for a proactive approach to health, including breast health & monitoring. We provide resources and educational support. Locations in Columbia and Mechanicsburg.

See ad, page 24.

wellness PATHWAYS TO HEALING

1817 Bernville Rd, Rte 183 • Reading 610-373-7935 PathwaysToHealingPa.com Celebrating 20 years of helping people find their path to optimal health and wellbeing through numerous holistic therapies. We offer various Massage Modalities, Acupuncture, Reflexology, Myofascial Release, Holistic Facial Therapies, Herbs, Nutritional Assessments, Supplements and Workshops. Please visit the website for more details. See ad, page 11.

YOGA/EDUCATION KULA KAMALA ASHRAM Sudha Allitt PhD ERYT PYT Ed Allitt ERYT PYT Additional Faculty & Staff 17 Basket Rd • Reading 484-509-5073 KulaKamalaFoundation.org

The ashram is a spiritual school providing educational programs in practical Yoga, Professional Yoga Therapy and holistic ministries. We offer 200YTT, 300YTT, 870PYT, holistic ministries, public classes, and more. We are one of only 20 schools accredited to provide Professional Yoga Therapy Certification. Kula Kamala Ashram: A place of peace.

A space for healing. KulaKamalaFoundation.org. See ad, page 40.

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Wraps are a popular and natural way to detoxify your entire body and shed unwanted inches. Tree of Life is pleased to offer a variety of wraps with clinician Sheri Heagy, ARCB Nationally Certified in Feet and Hands Reflexology and Certification in Body Wrap from LA Slim Wrap.

At Tree of Life, we are dedicated to teaching and supporting individuals, of all ages, how to build their health naturally. For a complete list of all our naturopathic and consultant services, visit us at www.tolhealth.com.

Each body wrap session at Tree of Life is 90-minutes long and includes a 20-minute reflexology application. Our wrap menu includes: Herbal Wraps: a blend of 27 organic herbs, minerals and aloe vera designed for skin cleansing and detoxification, resulting in contouring and toning of the body; may improve energy levels and well-being as well. ($90) Magnesium Wraps with Sauna Session: helps restore magnesium levels in the body, which may improve a host of bodily functions; many people are magnesium deficient without knowing it. ($90) Aloe Vera & Clay OR Seaweed Wraps with Sauna Session: an anti-bacterial and anti-viral wrap that helps normalize fluid levels, decrease inflammation, provide relief for skin disorders, regulate the immune system and much more. The clay detox formula aids in pulling toxic metals and chemicals out of the body. The seaweed* cleanses and detoxifies while supplying the body with essential minerals. (Aloe Vera only – $90, with Clay – $95, with Seaweed* – $95) *Warning: Do not use this product if you have allergies to iodine or shellfish.

November Special - $10 OFF Wraps! Call today to schedule an appointment.

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