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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more 7 newsbriefs balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge 14 13 eventspotlight information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products 14 healthbriefs and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

18 globalbriefs 20 businessspotlight 22 STAY SHARP 2 1 productspotlight Powerful Ways to Avoid Mental Decline 26 healingways

by Lisa Marshall 18 30 greenliving 22 32 consciouseating 26 WORKPLACE WISDOM Mindfulness in Corporate Life 36 healthykids

by April Thompson 38 naturalpet 40 wisewords 30 ONE-PERSON PAMPER PARTY 4 1 inspiration Natural Ways to Refresh and Renew 44 42 consciousgiving

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torms can teach us so much. Both the rumble of a drenching thunderstorm and the silence of a deep winter snowfall captivate the senses, turning attention to the sky and the dramatic terrain. Nature’s unpredictability beautifully characterizes an external world in flux with dizzying winds of change and opposing forces that can upend normal in mere seconds.

We held southern and coastal friends and Kendra & Jacqueline family in our hearts last month as their communities huddled in the path of an intense whirling mess of wind and rain. Humbled by the potential for destruction, we could all share in the sense of gratitude for the resources that enabled many to prepare and protect themselves. Fortunately, the worst is over, but one more scar remains on the face of Mother Earth.

As stewards of this planet, we weather all types of events that shake our collective foundation. Research has demonstrated that trauma clearly leaves its mark, playing out in the history of cultures, the individual psyche, and the human journey. Loss becomes part of the spectrum; it illuminates the truth of impermanence and leaves a space that should be honored. True to form, the human spirit remains resilient. Rebuilding and recovery take time, but the chance to shift paradigms and rewrite the story is born in the paradox of change.

Autumn is a season for turning inward to reassess, let go, and take in the crisp energy of rest and renewal. This issue of Natural Awakenings focuses on nurturing and sustaining mental wellness. It presents myriad resources for balancing the inner landscape and soothing cognitive dissonance. Such resources include purifying and enriching our diets, strengthening our core and attaining clarity by practicing simple centering practices, such as breathing and meditation. These and other natural lifestyle approaches can help us recalibrate our senses amidst ongoing transitions.

Last month, our company experienced its own lasting change when we lost an extraordinary soul and very dear part of our corporate team, Larry Levine, the president of the Natural Awakenings Publishing Corporation and a man who generously shared his wisdom, loving kindness and exuberantly positive support with our entire publishing family. His infusion of integrity and enthusiasm was central to sustaining a network built on the premise of compassion. Though we are all saddened by his passing, Larry’s bright spirit lives on, forever a part of the transformational web now awakening hearts and minds throughout the country.

Communities are lit from within, made up of the individuals who come forward in times of need and supported by faith, flexibility and integrity.

We here at Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks celebrate our four-year anniversary this month, pausing to reflect on the hard work and outreach that have catalyzed connections across the local wellness grid. We continue to be grateful for the outpouring of support, affirming our message of positivity and our intent to strengthen connections that help us all thrive. Thank you for being a part of the journey!

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newsbriefs Write From The Heart Introduces Family Writing Retreats

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elissa Greene, founder and teacher of Write From The Heart Creative Writing Workshops, in Lancaster, is now offering workshop retreats aimed at bringing families together to share the joys of creating. The workshops are devoted to supporting fun, camaraderie and connection through the arts.

Jane and daughter, Sarah: "We share our thoughts Families of all sizes are welcome.

With a mission to keep the warmth and feelings. Writing brings us closer." of humanity in teaching, Greene introduced creative writing as a therapeutic path to playfulness, calm and deeper self-understanding. Her coaching combines compassion with a touch of mischief, to illuminate the wonder, beauty and hope that dwell within.

Classes are a safe haven for all levels, where writing–– without fear––becomes fun, freeing and a catalyst for courage and self-esteem. “The retreats are the best family reunion you’ll ever have!” notes one mother. There are no grades, grammar or red pen. Sharing is optional. Greene, who has mentored writers of all ages since 2001, enthuses, “Sharing may be optional, but humor is a must.”

Location: Write From The Heart Lancaster Studio (Call for directions and fees). For more information, call 717393-4713, email Melissa@WriteFromTheHeart.us or visit WriteFromTheHeart.us. See ad, page 12.

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ndy Berfond, founder of Sandscaper, creates up-cycled desk or tabletop sandscape designs and zen gardens for home and office. Each garden comes with the base, a handcrafted wooden rake, painted inspirational stones and play sand. Currently the zen gardens are available at Hidden Treasures, in Lancaster. Upon request, Berfond will also create a customized sandscape design.

Berfond is a retired Drug and Alcohol Counselor from New Jersey who relocated to Lancaster in 2015, and brought his passion for creating zen gardens out of repurposed picture frames and other containers. "When I was still working, someone gave me a small zen garden for my desk, and when I talked with people at sessions about their challenges and problems, they always seemed to enjoy picking up that rake as a stress relieving tool. I thought, I'm going to figure out how to make these one day, and retirement seemed like a great place to start.”

Location: Hidden Treasures, 225/227 N. Prince St., Lancaster.

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Earthbound Artisan Welcomes New Designer Garrett Book

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im Seifarth, owner of Earthbound Artisan, in Lancaster, has introduced a new designer, Garrett Book, to the team of landscape professionals. To commemorate Book’s addition, they will be offering a 10 percent discount on all designs, as well as a free, 30-minute consultation, in the Lancaster area, for the rest of 2016.

Book’s background is diverse. He Garrett Book holds an Associate Degree in Landscape Design from the Pennsylvania College of Technology, and a Master of Divinity Degree from Lancaster Theological Seminary. His addition will help Earthbound Artisan in serving the surrounding Lancaster area and to further fulfill the vision of enacting social change through the earth that passes through their fingers. Book is looking forward to helping advance this vision by integrating sustainable gardening and stonework practices with community building and education.

Earthbound Artisan, created in the spring of 2014, is a gardening, stonework and permaculture company that aims to provide affordable and environmentally responsible landscape design and construction to residences and businesses while encouraging organic and holistic property management to promote a new perception and appreciation of the earth.

For more information, email Garrett@EarthboundArtisan.com, call 717-507-6267 or visit EarthboundArtisan.com. See ad, page 19.

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ayStar Natural, located in Reading, is founded and helmed by Board Certified Naturopathic Doctor and Certified Nutrition Consultant Kathy Stricker. Her comprehensive repertoire of both training and experience makes DayStar Natural the natural choice to help clients plot a course toward good health, and discover exactly what the body needs to get healthy and stay healthy.

The cutting-edge techniques that Stricker and her team use employ an all-natural approach to evaluating the body and promoting improved health and continued wellness, in order to design customized nutritional programs specifically for each client using the principles of whole-food nutrition.

Proper nutrition is highly beneficial to support the body’s job of healing many common conditions, such as fatigue, allergies, headaches, menopausal symptoms, joint pains, obesity, hair loss, skin conditions and much more.

DayStar Natural’s menu of services includes aromatherapy, flower essence therapy, heart rate variable testing, nutrition response testing and voice bioanalysis. The team also offers in-home and public seminars on a variety of topics, for groups of 10 or more.

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icensed Massage Therapist Laura M. Bennetti provides myofascial release treatments at Pathways to Healing, in Reading. Myofascial release works Laura Bennetti within the fascia system, which is essentially the memory bank of muscles. During the 60- or 90-minute sessions, sustained pressure is used to restore the proper health of the fascia. This technique breaks down scar tissue, relaxes the muscles and restores good posture.

Myofascial release has been used effectively for low back pain, headaches, neck stiffness, shoulder injuries, arthritic conditions and sports injuries.

Results include: reduction in muscle spasms, improved joint movement, decreased muscle tension, improved breathing and reduction in injuries.

“Fascia takes on abnormal patterns because it is where humans physically hold emotions or trauma in the body,” shares Bennetti. “The ultimate goal is to assist clients in releasing those abnormal patterns and return the body to homeostasis.”

Bennetti believes that education is an important part of the treatment process. She takes time to learn what has caused her clients pain or discomfort, discusses what will be addressed and educates clients during sessions so that they understand the process while the treatment is taking place.

In addition to myofascial release, Bennetti also provides the following modalities: integrated full-body massage, deep tissue massage, hot stone therapy, trigger point therapy, pre/postnatal massage, hot and cold deep tissue therapy and sports massage.

Location: 1817 Bernville Rd. (Rte. 183), Reading. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 610-3737935 or visit PathwaysToHealingPA.com.

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Meet Service Dog Who Saved Decorated Veteran from Iraq War Trauma

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he Muhlenberg Community Library will honor veterans at 7 p.m., November 11, with a presentation by Former U.S. Army Captain Luis Carlos Montalván and his service dog Tuesday, who will share his and Tuesday’s story and discuss Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT). Appropriate for adults and mature teens, the presentation is free for veterans, thanks to the generosity of their Gold Level sponsors, The Conrad Weiser Society and American Legion Ray A. Master Post 217. Time for book signings, Box 421 Emmaus, PA 18049 • P: 610-421-4443 • F: 610-421-4445 “paw”-tographs and photo opportunities will be available. Attendees may bring LVEditor@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com • www.NaturalAwakeningsMag.com cameras to take photos.

A $10 donation is requested for non-veterans, and ticket buyers will receive Ad Proof for Natural Awakenings a chance to win a private photo session for their pet by Willow Street Pictures of Mount Penn. Ticket sale proceeds will be split between the Muhlenberg CommuniTo: P: 610-421-4443 ty Library and PACT for Animals, a nonprofit that provides temporary foster care for Email: F: 610-421-4445 pets of military families and hospital patients in need so that they can be reunited with their pets when they return home.

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newsbriefs Winter CSA Shares Available From Oasis at Bird-In-Hand

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n support of the local food movement, Oasis at Bird-In-Hand, in Ronks, is pleased to offer a winter CSA program to the local region, as well as surrounding metropolitan areas, that will begin November 8 and run 25 weeks through April. Large shares feed four to six people and small shares feed two to four people. Signup can occur for a pro-rated amount any time during the season.

CSA shares are expected to include: lettuce greens, arugula, spinach, sweet and regular potatoes, carrots, radishes, cabbage, eggs, Oasis artisanal cheeses, canned items and butter, along with other seasonal produce.

The mission of Oasis is to fill the gap between local growers and producers, and conscientious meal makers for locally grown, organic, chemical-free, real live food. Since all of the farmers who produce for Oasis are Lancaster County horse farmers, the carbon footprint left by the producers of the food is kept to a minimum.

Pick-up locations include: Oasis at Bird-In-Hand, Ronks; Community Natural Food Store, New Holland; and Lemon Street Market, Lancaster.

ebra Stoltzfus, master blender of pure essential oils and owner of The Essence of Inshanti, in Kinzers, will host Inshanti Wellness Spa’s second annual holiday open house, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., November 17 and 19, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., November 18. Festivities include giveaways, discounts, raffles, gift shopping, a hot cocoa bar and more.

Items available for purchase include a wide array of handmade jewelry, aroma jewelry, pure essential oils, oil blends, health and beauty products, gift certificates for products and facials, and much more.

“Guests are invited to come out Friday evening and bring a significant other or friends to shop, eat and warm up by the fire,” enthuses Stoltzfus.

The Essence of Inshanti specializes in essential oil singles and blends, and health and beauty products made in small batches by hand. Stoltzfus has spent years studying under aromatherapy masters who understand the chemical properties of various essential oils, how they help maintain a healthy body. The creation of all products conforms to FDA good manufacturing practices. Stoltzfus also creates custom blends for clients.

Cost: $725/large share; $450/small share. For more information, and to sign up, call 717-288-2154 or visit RealLiveFood.org. See ad, page 12.

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alon Tony V, in Wyomissing, is a full-service, personalized hair salon that specializes in cuts, color and style. Corrective color, highlights and lowlights are created for clients using organic, natural and cruelty-free, vegetable-derived, All-Nutrient permanent cream hair color.

All-Nutrient products are free of sulfates, plastics and any other synthetic ingredients that strip the hair. Innovative ingredients, including sunflower seed oil, vitamin E, avocado oil and grapeseed oil, along with proteins and amino acids that feed hair the nutrients it needs, promote hair nourishment.

Trained as a color specialist, Tony V moved from Philadelphia to Reading to become the head color technician at a local hair color manufacturer. He then moved on to cut, style and color hair at a Wyomissing salon. Choosing to open his own business, he launched Salon Tony V 14 years ago.

All-Nutrient and Sukesha products, available for purchase at Salon Tony V, include shampoos, conditioners, sprays, gels and styling finishers.

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Emergence Skin Care Studio Hosts Open House

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mergence Skin Care Studio, in Lancaster, will host its annual open house, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., November 12, as a way to offer gratitude and give back to the community. All are welcome––not only clients––to drop in and share in the fun.

Festivities include complimentary food and mini services, such as seated chair massage, paraffin hand waxing and more, with door prizes every 15 minutes.

Attendees are invited to learn more about the newest addition to the menu of services, microblading of the brows, and can spin the wheel of fortune for discounts that can be applied to product and service purchases. A gift card special––available for purchase only at the open house––is a $100 gift certificate for only $80, that comes with a one-year expiration date.

The studio features plenty of choices for holiday shopping as well, from soy candles to sugar scrubs to Dermalogica skin care, as well as adorable animal shoulder wraps, eye pillows, makeup, scarves and jewelry.

Location: 3695 Marietta Ave., Unit 2, Lancaster. For more information, call 717-419-4766, email ThatSkinLady@gmail.com or visit EmergenceSkinCareTherapy.net. See ad, page 7.

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he second annual Aware Lancaster Yoga & Wellness Day, a day of renewal, reflection and focus through yoga, will take place from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., January 21, at the Ware Center, Millersville University, in Lancaster.

This year’s event, presented by Millersville University, Create Karma Leadership Training and Natural Awakenings, features master classes and workshops with regional yoga and wellness experts, as well as a lively marketplace featuring vendors of goods and services, a café with fresh and packaged healthy foods, music and more. There will be several, hour-long asana practices led by local yoga leaders, as well as five, hour-long lectures on different aspects of wellness. Classes are geared not only toward practitioners, but also yoga teachers and entrepreneurs.

There are three admission levels: Basic, Basic+ and Premium. Basic includes admission to the marketplace with classes, wellness and yoga demos; Basic+ includes marketplace admission plus one master class; and Premium includes marketplace admission plus three master classes. All tickets include access to the second level lounge and café.

Admission: $20/basic, $45/basic+, $75/premium. Location: 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster. For vendor opportunities, email Kendra@NALancaster.com or visit ArtsMU.com.

Tickets available after November 15. See ad, page 56.

A Farewell Tribute

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atural Awakenings Publishing Corporation’s family of 95 magazines bid a fond farewell to company President Larry Levine, with many joining in on a call and sending notes, prayers and good thoughts prior to his passing on September 23. Levine enthusiastically contributed his all with a host of talents focused on forwarding our collective mission of providing publishers and readers with the tools needed to help us all create a healthier, more sustainable world together.

Founder and CEO Sharon Bruckman honors Larry Levine her partner, saying, “Our home office and publishers are truly saddened to lose the beautifully loving, guiding light that Larry generously shared with us throughout the past 12 years. His impact on our lives and Natural Awakenings‘ success will continue to bless our readers. We will miss him dearly.”

One of Levine’s last gifts to the company was recommending Pat McGroder as vice president of franchise development. “We welcome Pat, already feeling blessed by the 24 years of experience he brings in highly successful publishing and franchising endeavors,” says Bruckman. McGroder will now also assume some of the operational responsibilities formerly managed by Levine.

Natural Awakenings Publishing Corporation’s home office is located in Naples, FL. Visit: NaturalAwakeningsMag.com, or call: 239-434-9392 for more information.

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he ninth annual Gifts that Give Hope alternative gift fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 10, at the Farm and Home Center (Penn State Cooperative Extension), in Lancaster. At the event, attendees can purchase gifts that support the work of charitable organizations and give back to the local, regional and international community. The gift fair inspires attendees to make meaningful holiday purchases by choosing meaningfilled gifts that count toward restoring dignity and hope. Local food and beverage items will also be available for purchase.

This year’s 30 non-profit participants support both local and global organizations that empower women,

children and men to not only survive, but thrive. The charitable causes include, but are not limited to: ending childhood malnutrition with sustainable solutions for hunger; fostering community peacemaking; providing the tools, animals and education to make a sustainable income; helping teenage boys in challenging environments to dream and achieve their goals with respect, dignity and encouragement; restoring women from human trafficking; helping first-time parents succeed; and more.

Gifts benefit the work of the following organizations: Heifer International, HOPE International, Power Packs Project, Nurse Family Partnership, The Forgotten Initiative, World Bicycle

Relief and Center for Community Peacemaking, just to name a few.

The Marketplace, which features fair-trade items and items made locally by social enterprise employees, encourages the pairing of a fair-trade gift with an alternative gift. Vendors include Light on a Hill Candles, Revolution leather products, Global Baby Steps hand-knit baby clothing, Divine Chocolate, Handz On! clothing and gift bags, Bead for Life jewelry, Stroopies authentic Dutch Stroopwafles, Upohar ethnic cuisine and much more.

All purchases go toward making a difference, alleviating suffering and speaking up for justice on behalf of vulnerable people here in the U.S. and around the world. People can also connect with like-minded individuals and learn about volunteer opportunities and other initiatives to combat poverty, end hunger and fight child abuse and human trafficking/exploitation.

To celebrate Human Rights Day, held annually on December 10 since 1948, there will be hands-on activities for all ages, and the chance to win a free copy of the book We Are All Born Free: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights in Pictures, published by Amnesty International.

Admission: Free. Location: 1383 Arcadia Dr., Lancaster. For more information, email LancasterGiftFair@gmail.com, visit GiftsThatGiveHope.org/Lancaster or call 717-201-9157. See ad, page 42.

Gisele Rinaldi Siebold is a contributing writer to Natural Awakenings LancasterBerks edition. Connect with her at Gisele@NALancaster.com.

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reast cancer survivors are often plagued by chronic fatigue that lasts long after their treatment is finished. They have few options to relieve the condition, but acupressure shows promise. A study published this summer in the Journal of the American Medical Association concluded that acupressure can significantly improve two symptoms of fatigue experienced by breast cancer survivors: sleep quality and quality of life.

The researchers tested 424 women that had completed cancer treatments at least a year prior to the study. They were divided into three groups—one self-administered relaxing acupressure and another stimulating acupressure, while the control group followed a conventional care plan. After six weeks, fatigue was reduced from 70 percent to 43 percent among those receiving acupressure, with two-thirds of the women in the acupressure groups reaching levels of fatigue considered normal.

The relaxing acupressure group showed substantial improvements in sleep quality compared with the conventional care group at week six, but the two groups reached parity at week 10. The relaxing acupressure group was the only one that showed improvements in quality of life, making it a reasonable, low-cost option for managing fatigue symptoms.

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hio State University researchers have discovered a correlation between bacteria in the gut and behavior in toddlers. Scientists studied the bacterial microbes in stool samples from 77 girls and boys between the ages of 18 months and 27 months, while mothers filled out a questionnaire describing their children’s level of emotional reactivity.

The study found that positive behavioral traits occurred more frequently in children with the most diverse types of gut bacteria. These included mood, curiosity, sociability and impulsivity. The correlation was particularly strong in boys.

Lisa Christian, Ph.D., a researcher with the Ohio State Institute for Behavioral Medicine research, and her co-author, Microbiologist Michael Bailey, Ph.D., plan to use the information to help uncover some mysteries related to the origin of chronic illness. “There is substantial evidence that intestinal bacteria interact with stress hormones; the same hormones that have been implicated in chronic illnesses like obesity and asthma,” explains Christian. “A toddler’s temperament gives us a good idea of how they react to stress. This information, combined with an analysis of their gut microbiome, could ultimately help us to detect and prevent chronic health issues [from developing] earlier.”

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recent study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology reports that regular exercise during pregnancy can reduce the rate of Cesarean deliveries.

Conducted by Thomas Jefferson University Medical College researchers, the study followed more than 2,000 pregnant women split into two randomized groups. Half of them exercised 35 to 90 minutes, three to four times a week, while the others did not. Just under 18 percent of the women in the exercise group ended up having Cesarean deliveries versus 22 percent in the non-exercising group.

Exercising during pregnancy also appears to improve gestational health.

The study participants that worked out regularly experienced a lower incidence of both hypertensive disorders and diabetes mellitus.

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study published in the Journal for Bone and Mineral Research this summer suggests that excessive TV watching during childhood may be associated with lower bone mineral content in young adulthood.

The researchers followed 1,181 children over time and measured their weekly hours of TV watching at ages 5, 8, 10, 14, 17 and 20. The bone mineral content (BMC) of each was measured at age 20. The study found that individuals that routinely watched more than 14 hours a week had lower BMC for their whole body and in their arms than those that watched less. Higher BMC helps protect the body against osteoporosis later in life.

While all screen time should be monitored in children, TV appears to be the most harmful medium. A report published in the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine studied 111 children between the ages of 3 and 8 and measured their TV viewing and other screen time, as well as their blood pressure levels. The study linked higher blood pressure with excessive TV viewing, but did not find the same link between the condition and computer usage.

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Music Makes Exercise Easier

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istening to music during a workout or any extended, physically demanding activity can reduce fatigue and improve performance. New research published in Psychophysiology shows that as individuals work out, their attention gradually shifts from the activity around them to internal sensations. Over an extended period, this attention shift creates a sense of exertion. Listening to music while exercising can help shift focus away from the internal fatigue and back to the external world.

Researchers from the UK’s Brunel University and University of London tested 19 healthy adults that performed two physical exertion tests while listening to either music or silence. The scientists monitored brain activity using EEG and measured task performance. While listening to music, participants showed both reduced fatigue and decreased stress-related brainwaves. They also performed their tasks more effectively than they did when music wasn’t being played.

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abies—those adorable, sweet smelling, little bundles of joy—change our lives forever.

But, they can be pretty demanding. As moms, we adjust. We catch up on sleep when we can.

Showering and getting dressed (in the same day) is considered a success. Most moms are able to find a comfortable balance and settle into a daily routine. Of course, baby isn’t really routineoriented yet, but eventually, family life resumes with a new “normal”.

But what happens when mom doesn’t find that balance? While all new moms experience some fatigue, unexplained tears and mood swings, these concerns typically fade as mom and baby become more familiar with each other. However, when these symptoms linger, mom starts to worry that she is not a “good mom” because she can’t quite get it together. These feelings only compound the anxiety, and now she’s afraid if she says anything that people will know she’s not a good mom, so she struggles in silence.

As many as 80 percent of new moms are affected by the “baby blues” and will need help making it through this pivotal period, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Sudden fluctuations in hormones, nutrients and iron deficiency are strong factors behind the onset of baby blues. Combine that with fatigue, sleep deprivation and the physical and emotional stress of the birth process and it’s a wonder that any mom makes it through this time unscathed.

In today’s do-it-all society, women can be reluctant to ask for help. Fortunately, Mother Nature has provided help in the form of the placenta. This “after birth” that was once thought of as medical waste and discarded, is now being processed into powder form in the Traditional Chinese Medicine method of steaming and dehydrating, and put into capsules for mom to take daily during the crucial postpartum period. Rich in nutrients, vitamins, minerals and hormones, the placenta capsules help mom regain a sense of normalcy so that she can care for herself, her baby and her family, and beat the baby blues naturally.

Louise St. John, Placenta Encapsulation Specialist, PBi, has trained through PlacentaBenefits.info, the leading resource for placenta encapsulation resources and services. Founded in 2006, they are the only training organization with its standard operating procedures on file with the FDA. Connect at ReikiWithLouise. com/placenta-encapsulation.html or PlacentaBenefits.info/LouiseSt.John. See ad, page 50.

Correction: In the October health brief “Vitamin D3 Boosts Gut Health” we reported that the researchers administered more than 66,000 IU of vitamin D3 to study participants per day; it should read per week.

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Silence De-Stresses the Brain

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he human brain does not function optimally in society’s noise-filled environment.

The brain, like the body, needs rest to function, and that comes with silence. A recent study in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience discovered that the brain is able to integrate both internal and external information into a “conscious workspace” when resting. Constant distractions and noises can detract from the brain’s ability to process critical information.

Noise also elevates stress hormone levels within the brain. Research published earlier in Psychological Science examined the effects that the relocation of the main Munich airport, in Germany, had on children’s health and cognition. Gary W. Evans, researcher and professor of human ecology at Cornell University, notes that when exposed to constant noise, children develop a stress response that causes them to ignore it. The study’s subjects tuned out both harmful sounds and stimuli that they should be paying attention to, including speech. Silence has the opposite effect, releasing tension in brain and body.

Exposure to chronic noise can also hinder children’s cognitive development, according to a study from the World Health Organization and the European Commission Joint Research Centre; this includes language skills and reading ability.

To help counter modern noise pollution, attention restoration theory suggests that individuals placed in environments with lower levels of sensory input can recover some of the cognitive abilities they have lost.

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Thanksgiving Lite

Turning the Tide for Turkeys

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Turkeys and Thanksgiving go together for 88 percent of Americans surveyed by the National Turkey Federation. Each year, more than 46 million turkeys provide the entrée for gatherings, yielding leftovers for sandwiches, stew, chili, casseroles and turkey burgers. In 2011, 736 million pounds of turkey were consumed in the U.S., while a few lucky birds avoided the chopping block.

The pardoning of a White House turkey began in 1863 when President Lincoln’s son, Tad, interceded on behalf of the bird and its life was spared. Now a tradition, two dressed birds and one live turkey are delivered to the White House each year. The live bird is “pardoned” and lives out its life on a historical farm.

At the Farm Sanctuary, turkeys get sponsored or adopted instead of eaten.

“Turkeys are friendly and follow you around like puppy dogs. They’ll try to sit on your lap to be petted,” says Gene Baur, president and co-founder of the sanctuary’s New York and two California locations. “At our Celebration for the Turkeys, we feed them cranberries, pumpkin pie and squash. People visit to see them enjoy it.

Guests’ snacks are vegan.”

Hundreds of turkeys have been adopted and given a lifelong home since the program’s inception in 1986. More than 8,000 people pledged to sponsor a turkey living at the sanctuary in a recent year, proving it’s not necessary to be a president to pardon a turkey.

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As of June, half of the states and the District of Columbia have legalized the use of medical marijuana for humans.

People wonder if it’s also suited for pets, too, and need to investigate the parameters and consequences carefully.

“It’s not legal in any state for veterinarians to prescribe or recommend medical marijuana,” says Dr. Carol Osborne, owner of Ohio’s Chagrin Falls Veterinary Center & Pet Clinic. “Done properly, it could have applications, but it’s not standardized, dosage amounts are unknown and without U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulation, there’s no guarantee what you think you’re buying is what you get.

“Dogs that get into the stash or sneak-eat marijuana-laced food can experience wobbling when walking, trembling and potential seizures,” Osborne notes. “I haven’t heard of any cases of death, but as with any prescription drug, practice responsible ownership by keeping it out of the reach of curious children and pets.”

“THC [tetrahydrocannabinol] in marijuana produces the high,” explains Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Robert Silver, author of Medical Marijuana & Your Pet: The Definitive Guide. “Dogs are extremely sensitive to THC, much more so than any other species studied.”

Silver believes there are uses for cannabinoid oil, derived from hemp, which has very low levels of THC; pet owners in an end-of-life situation with no hope of recovery have used it to ease pain, stimulate appetite and add quality to final days.

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Germany to Ban Fracking Permanently

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Record carbon dioxide levels will surpass the symbolic threshold of 400 parts per million (ppm) this year and will likely never fall below it again in our lifetimes, according to a new study published recently in the journal Nature Climate Change.

The findings highlight urgent concerns about global efforts to curb climate change as outlined in the Paris agreement negotiated last December and signed in April by nearly 170 nations. Carbon concentrations have passed the 400 ppm limit before, but never permanently.

The authors state, “In the longer term, a reduction in CO2 concentration would require substantial and sustained cuts in anthropogenic [humanly influenced] emissions to near zero.” The determined safe level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is a maximum of around 350 ppm, according to climate advocates.

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Zoo Zapped

The 140-year-old zoo in Buenos Aires is shutting down to give the animals a better life.

Mayor Horacio Rodríguez Larreta agrees with activists that keeping wild animals in captivity and on display is degrading, so the zoo’s 2,500 animals will be moved to more suitable living environments in nature reserves around the country. Older animals and those too sick to be relocated will remain in their current home, but not displayed.

The 45-acre zoo will be transformed into an eco-park to give children a place to learn how to take care of and relate with the different species. It also will provide refuge and rehabilitation for animals rescued from illegal trafficking.

The Kroger grocery chain, with nearly 2,500 U.S. stores, including subsidiaries Ralphs, Fry’s, King Soopers and Food 4 Less, has decided to go all in on the organic food market as a follow-up to the 2012 release of its Simple Truth brand of organic foods.

Kroger President Michael Ellis says, “We’re really just answering the customer’s call for more and better,” giving Whole Foods Market more competition.

Walmart has also begun to satisfy the growing health concerns of its shoppers by integrating organic options in its supermarkets. Now the challenge is for organic farming—which intentionally works to minimize agricultural impacts on the health of people and the planet—to meet the greater demand nationwide for healthier foods. Although implementation will vary depending on climate, experts advise that it begins with farms adopting healthy soil practices. It’s up to consumers to keep the momentum going.

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The German government has ruled to ban the practice of hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, for shale gas in the country, but will allow test drilling in certain circumstances, reports Reuters. The industry has lobbied to continue fracking, which involves blasting chemicals and water into underground rock formations to release trapped gas, but strong opposition has persisted throughout the nation, with a powerful green lobby warning of possible risks to drinking water. Germany follows France and Bulgaria, which have already permanently banned fracking.

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Spa La Vie A Blissful Setting Where Wellness and Beauty Treatments Promote Healing

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Todd explains that she and her staff have a different view of the spa business. “I wanted to create a space that fit my beauty and wellness philosophy––a simple, relaxing spa experience using quality products and tailored treatments that focus on real results,” she explains.

“It’s not pampering, but rather assisting clients in literally letting go of what they are holding onto emotionally that has manifested in physical form.”

At Spa La Vie, every therapist is a licensed professional who understands the science behind healing. They each have a passion in their chosen field and are dedicated to continuing their education regularly to provide the best results possible.

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Heather believes that mindfulness and validation of uniqueness is the recipe to thrive and fully love life. She assists clients in reducing stress and anxiety, while balancing emotions, to create healthy new habits and enhance positive inner aspects. Leah believes that as an aesthetician, her mission is to make her clients feel like the best possible version of themselves. Truly passionate about what she does, she works together with clients to find the most beneficial treatments to achieve personal skincare and beauty goals.

The spa menu includes natural nail services, massage, facials, brows and lashes, waxing, airbrush spray tan, energy therapy and yoga. A range of effective massage and body treatments, which draw on a variety of techniques, are offered using exclusive professional products from Yon-Ka Paris to restore total body harmony. An array of lash and brow treatments are offered, including NovaLash extensions, The Billion Dollar Brow Treatment and brow tinting.

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Holistic energy therapy includes sound therapy using Tibetan singing bowls, reiki, Emotion Code energy bodywork and wellness enrichment coaching. Personal yoga instruction, massage and yoga workshops are available. The natural nail services use Zoya “5 Free” polish—which means it excludes the harsh chemicals toulene, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, camphor and dibutyl phthalate—OPI for GelColor services and Salt of the Earth eco-friendly bath and body products. Extensive spa menu descriptions, as well as monthly specials, can be found on the Spa La Vie website.

With a focus on cleanliness and sanitation, the spa meets and exceeds state health regulations. During nail services, every guest receives their own file, buffer block and foot file to be used only on that guest per visit. All metal implements are properly sanitized in Barbicide after every use. The pedicure baths are lined with a fresh plastic liner between each guest. To ensure the integrity of the service, as well as the health of others, nail services are not provided to clients with nail fungus.

“Our focus is to inspire people to feel better about themselves. And our mission for doing what we do is to see that surprised and happy look on a client’s face when she sees her new lashes or brows,” notes Todd. “It’s feeling muscles and mind relax. It’s the excitement when an individual shows off their amazing mani and pedi. It’s seeing the confidence boost in the shy teenage girl or the happy tears in her eyes when she says that everyone has noticed the dramatic improvement in her complexion,” she enthuses. “And, we can go home knowing that we’ve improved our clients’ self-esteem and quality of life.”

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Gisele Rinaldi Siebold is a contributing writer to Natural Awakenings LancasterBerks edition. Connect with her at Gisele@NALancaster.com.

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ith fall allergies here and the cold and flu season right around the corner, many people may be tempted to reach for over-the counter drugs to find relief; however, Mother Nature’s medicine cabinet is full of remedies such as essential oils that can combat sinus congestion just as effectively, without synthetic chemicals or side effects.

Debra Stoltzfus, the owner of Inshanti Wellness Spa, in Kinzers, started crafting her own line of Inshanti essential oil blends 13 years ago. Among the most popular variety is Viral D. The combination of Eucalyptus dives, Peppermint, Rosemary, Ravintsara, Lavender, Spike Lavender, Green Myrtle and Inula graveolens—a therapeutic, mucolytic oil that breaks up old hardened mucous—is designed for protection against viruses and bacteria.

Stoltzfus was inspired to make Viral D after noticing how many people suffer from chronic sinus infections.

“For ages, people have been using essential oils to protect themselves from viruses and bacteria, so I put a blend together to be antiviral, antibacterial and good for removing mucus,” she says. “I use Inula graveolens,

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Similar to a fine wine, factors such as climate, cultivation and harvest techniques and method of oil production can affect the quality of the finished product. The essential oils that Stoltzfus uses are sourced from plants grown sustainably and without pesticides on farms all over the world. To further guarantee purity, she will also send out her oil products to be tested through chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC/MS) testing, a process where a chemist tests the product to be sure it is not adulterated.

Stoltzfus says Viral D can be used every day to ward off viruses and bacteria, thus avoiding antibiotics. The oil blend can be inhaled through steam by putting three to five drops in a bowl of steaming water; it can be used in an essential oils diffuser; and on the go by applying a drop on a cloth or cotton ball and smelling the aroma.

Stoltzfus notes that Viral D should not be used on infants or children under 8, nor should it be applied directly to the nose, ears or other orifice.

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slow descent into dementia seemed inevitable for a 66-yearold man that had been misplacing his keys, missing appointments and struggling at work. He failed doctor-administered cognitive quizzes and tested positive for a gene variant linked to an exponentially higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease. A brain scan revealed scattered clusters of sticky, amyloid plaque—a hallmark of the disease. His hippocampus, or memory center, had shrunk to rank in the lowest 17 percent of men his age.

Told there wasn’t much that could be done, he sought the help of University of California, Los Angeles Alzheimer’s researcher Dale Bredesen, a neurologist and founding president of the independent Buck Institute for Research on Aging. He recommended a personalized, 36-point plan, including a high-fat/low-carb diet, intermittent

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fasting, strict sleep schedule, select dietary supplements and other lifestyle changes. Within three months, family members reported marked improvements in his memory. At 10 months, brain scans revealed his hippocampus had grown 12 percent.

“Such improvements are unprecedented,” says Bredesen, who described this and nine other hopeful cases in a provocative paper published in June in the journal Aging. “These are the first examples of a reversal of cognitive decline in pre- and early Alzheimer’s patients.”

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Bredesen is among a small but growing group of researchers, physicians, caregivers and patients challenging the conventional wisdom that the road to dementia goes one way, with no cure or repair of damage done. They argue that the key to both prevention and

reversal, at least in early stages, is to pinpoint its numerous drivers—from nutritional and hormonal deficiencies and exposure to infection to environmental toxins and harmful drugs—and attack them simultaneously. It’s a stark departure from the classic, often unsuccessful, one-pill treatment approach. Of the 244 clinical trials for Alzheimer’s drugs between 2002 and 2012, all but one failed.

“Imagine having a roof with 36 holes in it, and your drug patched one hole. You still have 35 leaks,” says Bredesen, who believes his synergistic approach—the Bredesen Protocol—can likely make Alzheimer’s drugs work better or render them unnecessary. Skeptical colleagues point out that Bredesen’s paper described only 10 case studies, not a clinical trial. “It is intriguing, but not enough to make recommendations to physicians or patients,” says Keith Fargo, Ph.D., director of scientific programs and outreach for the Chicagobased Alzheimer’s Association. “The current consensus in the scientific community is that we do not have a way to reverse dementia.”

While agreeing that a larger study is needed, Neurologist David Perlmutter, of Naples, Florida, whose bestsellers Brain Maker and Grain Brain promote nutritional changes for supporting brain health, considers Bredesen’s study revolutionary. “To reverse Alzheimer’s in one patient is monumental, much less 10,” says Perlmutter.

They recently presented together at a conference organized by Sharp Again Naturally, a New York nonprofit that educates patients and caregivers about natural means of slowing and reversing cognitive decline.

After losing her mother to Alzheimer’s, the nonprofit’s co-founder, Jacqui Bishop, 74, stopped her own frightening decline by changing her diet and getting her thyroid hormone levels under control via supplements.

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He notes that the 10 years it can take to progress from subtle decline to full-blown Alzheimer’s provides a huge opportunity. “Ideally, we want people to come in when they have mild impairment or are asymptomatic,” says Bredesen, advising that tests be done for the APOE4, or “Alzheimer’s gene” in one’s 40s. “People have not wanted to know in the past because they’ve been told there is nothing they can do about it. We completely disagree.”

One way to stay cognitively sharp is to eat fewer carbs (which boost blood sugar) and eat more fat, says Perlmutter.

“There is a clear relationship between elevated levels of blood sugar and increased risk of Alzheimer’s.”

One study, published in 2013 in the New England Journal of Medicine, tracked 2,067 healthy adults for seven years and found that the higher their average glucose level, even if they weren’t diabetic, the more likely they were to develop dementia. For instance, those with a level of 115 milligrams per deciliter were 18 percent more at risk than those measuring 100 milligrams per deciliter.

A 2012 study published in Neurology followed 266 adults for four years and found that those with higher blood sugar saw certain areas of the brain shrink 6 to 10 percent more than those with lower blood sugar. Gluten can also be problematic, advises Perlmutter, when it’s inflammatory and driving brain degeneration.

In contrast, good fat, like that in avocados, fatty fish, coconut oil and walnuts, serves as a foundation for neurons and an efficient, clean-burning fuel source for the brain. This is particularly helpful in someone with early-stage Alzheimer’s, says Bredesen, because the disease can make it harder for the brain

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to use sugar for fuel. In some cases, both doctors recommend an extremely low-carb, or “ketogenic” diet (fewer than 60 grams of carbs per day). Starved of carbohydrates, the liver produces fat-like compounds called ketones, a brain-fuel source shown to stimulate growth of new neural networks.

Bredesen also recommends 12 hours of fasting each night, with zero food intake within three hours of going to sleep. Fasting promotes a process called autophagy, by which the brain essentially cleans itself of damaged cellular material. Eight hours of sleep is also vital. According to University of Rochester research, the space between brain cells opens up during sleep, allowing cleansing channels of fluid to flow more freely. “If you were operating your house 24/7 with no time to rest or clean, it would be disastrous,” says Bredesen.

“The same is true of your brain.”

Also, they say, keep teeth clean because bacterial infections, including those in the gums, have been shown to hasten formation of neuron-killing plaque. Also critically examine the prescription drugs being ingested. A recent study of 74,000 people published in JAMA Neurology found that regular use of heartburn drugs like Prilosec and Nexium increased dementia risk by 42 to 52 percent. Meanwhile, anticholinergic drugs like Benadryl and statin drugs prescribed to manage cholesterol have also been linked to increased dementia. “We see ‘statin brain’ all the time,” observes Perlmutter, who says once patients go off the drugs, they tend to get better.

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Fargo says researchers are keenly interested in many of the ideas in Bredesen’s paper. Although it’s too early to endorse them, numerous studies are underway. But he wonders if some patients that assert that they’ve reversed dementia actually suffered from something else, like sleep apnea or depression.

Bredesen stands by his research, asserting that the 10 patients in his paper had all been formally diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or its precursors. One

69-year-old entrepreneur that was planning to close his business after 11 years of mental decline is now expanding it. A 49-year-old woman that scored poorly on neuropsychological tests showed no signs of cognitive decline when she was tested again nine months later. In all, more than 100 people have participated in the program. “We have people that are fourand-a-half years out and doing very well,” he says, noting that such strategies aren’t likely to work for someone with advanced Alzheimer’s.

In some cases, the results may be more subtle, but for those caring for a sick loved one, any positive progress means a lot. Paul Tramontozzi knows.

After his father, then 75, was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia, the New York City financial advisor attended a Sharp Again Naturally meeting seeking advice. “I was skeptical, but when the answer you get from everyone else is, ‘There’s nothing you can do,’ you become more willing to listen.” He took his father off his cholesterol medication, fed him spoonfuls of coconut oil daily and put him on a specific supplement regimen. His balance improved and he could participate in family outings again. “If you had told me a few years ago we’d be able to take Dad to a restaurant for his 80th birthday, I would have said, ‘No way.’ But we did.”

Tramontozzi says his father isn’t cured, but the advice he obtained facilitated more time together and insights on how to avoid a similar fate. “These are all things a healthy 37-year-old should be doing right now anyway. I just wish we’d found out earlier.”

Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

Resources Alzheimer’s Association, alz.org Buck Institute for Research on Aging, BuckInstitute.org David Perlmutter, DrPerlmutter.com MPI Cognition, MPICognition.com Sharp Again Naturally, SharpAgain.org

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ampering ourselves isn’t a luxury so much as a necessity to refresh and renew mind, body and spirit.

A Spa Specialty

Spas have been synonymous with pampering throughout the ages. “Every civilization around the world has had some kind of communal gathering place for people to practice ‘selfhealing’,” says Jeremy McCarthy, group director of Spa & Wellness for the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and author of The Psychology of Spas & Wellbeing.

From ancient Greek bathhouses to Japan’s beloved natural hot springs, spas have long served as sacred places of healing and restoration. Indeed, many treatments provided at today’s eco-spas draw inspiration from traditional uses of herbs, honey and olive oil to care for skin and hair.

Locally, natural spas’ pampering services may range from botanically based facials and mud masks to herbal body wraps and hot stone massage.

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“Spas are more important to people today than ever,” says McCarthy. “In the modern age, we all need places to escape from technology, experience moments of quiet contemplation and feel the touch of another human being.” He recently launched a new Digital Detox initiative at Mandarin Oriental hotels, where guests are encouraged to surrender their phones upon arrival at the spa to curtail online distractions. In spa relaxation rooms, they can instead access mindfulness activities such as journaling, note card writing, meditation or simply enjoying the silence.

More Pampering Spots

While busy people tend to put off selfcare, there are treats to suit any schedule or budget—from getting a quick manicure or pedicure at a neighborhood eco-nail salon to visiting a yoga or wellness center.

“I build pampering into my week. If you don’t make time for you, who will?” asks Melanie Laporte, a make-up artist and freelance writer in Washington, D.C. “When your significant other or family members see you taking care of yourself, they’ll honor

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your time more. I remember Mom taking power baths and telling us, ‘This is my time. I’ll be back in 30 minutes and then we can read together.’

We respected that.”

For a quick, healthy pick-meup, visit an organic juice bar. Opt for businesses that feature fresh, whole ingredients rather than pre-mixed powders or sugar-laden juices; to give the immune system an extra lift, add a natural booster shot of ginger or turmeric. Most grocery stores now carry cold-pressed juices that can pack as much as six pounds of produce into a single bottle.

An honored ritual that continues to restore spent spirits is drinking a cup of tea. Whether sipped at home, as a British high tea featuring an organic Earl Grey or as part of a traditional Japanese green tea ceremony steeped in Zen, tea time allows us to slow down and savor the moment along with the aromas in our cup. Also, antioxidantrich tea is fortifying.

Salt room visits, another healthy pleasure that has spread throughout the U.S., dates back 150 years to an indigenous Polish practice. Research indicates that salt therapy, or halotherapy, can help improve conditions such as asthma and allergies and support the immune, nervous and lymphatic systems (see Tinyurl.com/SaltRoomPampering). Universally restful salt rooms also offer a unique sensory experience.

Another highly accessible way to treat body and mind is to move in a joyful way. Consider taking up a playful new class for de-stressing and stretching such as trapeze yoga, conscious dance or any other dance.

Aerial yoga, using suspended trapezelike supports, helps lengthen the spine and strengthen muscles in ways not easily achieved on the ground. Dance delivers health and fitness bonuses in the midst of having fun.

If we’re not in the habit of pampering ourselves, it’s time to stretch our beliefs about what we deserve. We’ll find bliss is an attainable luxury.

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One of Andersen’s home skincare favorites is simple raw honey, used as a cleanser and face mask. “You can use it alone or in conjunction with an added ingredient like almond meal or ground oats. It rinses off beautifully and both softens and cleanses,” she says.

A “facial tea” made with herbs like chamomile, lavender and elder blossom is another of the Scandinavian’s at-home favorites. Simply boil water and pour it into a bowl with a handful of herbs, drape a towel over the head, embracing the face and breathe deeply.

“It smells wonderful while opening the pores and hydrating the skin,” Andersen says.

Dry brushing with a mitt made with a natural fiber like sisal or jute serves as a quick, everyday pick-meup. It stimulates and exfoliates the body and helps boost circulation.

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or those that like to eat plantbased meals most of the time, the holidays can present a challenge.

Social occasions from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day abound, including multi-course dinners and potlucks; treetrimming and baking parties; neighborly hospitality; nibbling on treats while wrapping gifts; and gathering to watch a holiday movie.

Because so much is happening in such a short period of time, people often revert to serving traditional foods such as Aunt Mary’s cheese ball or Grandma Daisy’s three-layer chocolate bars. These vintage recipes, however, can be laden with processed ingredients. Foods that signaled holiday cheer ages ago need a tweak or two to satisfy today’s health-minded friends and family members. With traditional flavors of the season like aromatic spices, fresh rosemary and chocolate, plus a plantbased philosophy, family favorites can get a new twist.

Natural Awakenings asked cookbook authors, chefs and bloggers from around the country to help us celebrate wonderful holiday moments, big and small. Adding a plant-based nibble or sip not only helps party hosts stay on track, it also helps keep guests from over-indulging, so that everyone ends up enjoying themselves even more.

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Addictive Nibbles

American-born Sandra Gutierrez grew up in Guatemala and now lives in Cary, North Carolina. As the author of The New Southern Latino Table and Empanadas: The Hand-Held Pies of Latin America, she shows how fresh, seasonal, Latino foods can add grace and flavor to any table.

“In the South, appetizers can be as simple as shelled pecans tossed with spices,” she says. She applies the same easy treatment to pumpkin seeds, or pepitas, tossing them with ancho chile powder, cumin, coriander and other flavorings to bake in the oven until crunchy. “These take only minutes to make and will keep for a few weeks if stored in an airtight container.” Then, when people drop by, she has a readymade, plant-based, delicious nibble to offer with drinks.

Brother chefs Chad and Derek Sarno, of Austin, Texas, are the co-founders of WickedHealthyFood.com, a website devoted to plant-based eating habits.

Chad has co-authored (with Chris Karr) Crazy Sexy Kitchen: 150 Plant-Empowered Recipes to Ignite a Mouthwatering Revolution. Derek is the former global executive chef for Whole Foods Market. “Shoot for 80 percent healthy and 20 percent wicked, and you’ll be 100 percent sexy,” they advise with a wink.

A little indulgence is fine during the

Celebratory Sips

Preheat the oven to 375° F. In a medium bowl, toss together the pumpkin seeds, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, cumin, pepper, coriander, chile powder, cayenne and garlic powder.

Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes.

Spiced Pepitas These crunchy pumpkin seeds are lemony, salty, spicy and zesty, all at the same time. A handful of these toasted tidbits whets the appetite.

Yields: 2 cups 2 cups raw pumpkin seeds 1 Tbsp grated lemon zest 1 Tbsp lemon juice 2 tsp salt 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper ½ tsp ground coriander

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and shake to redistribute the seeds, and then bake for another 3 minutes. Pull it out to shake the pan again. Then finish baking for 1 to 2 minutes or until the pumpkin seeds are crispy and golden without burning them.

Transfer to a cool baking sheet and cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

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Sophia DeSantis, of Carlsbad, California, changed to a vegan diet because of her husband’s health issues several years ago. “We ate plant-based for one month and just kept on going,” she says. “Within three months, he was off all meds and hasn’t needed them since.”

That victory made her an impassioned vegan cook for their three children, as well. Whether preparing food for family or guests, she says, “I don’t even mention the type of food, because I simply make delicious dishes that just happen to be plant-based. There are a million and one ways to redo traditional favorites.”

DeSantis makes her own pistachio milk for a special hot chocolate she serves during the holidays; she blogs her recipes at VeggiesDontBite.com.

Other options for plant-based sips include chilled, dairy-free eggnog, perhaps topped with coconut creamer and a dusting of freshly grated nutmeg.

Mulled cider or pomegranate juice, warmed in a stove pot with whole spices like cinnamon and cloves, plus slices of citrus fruits, add holiday flavors and aromas.

Having already prepared nibbles and sips handy in the pantry, freezer or refrigerator makes both planned and spontaneous hosting easier, as well as providing ready-made goodies to bring to other gatherings. “Then, there’s always something available you can enjoy,” says DeSantis.

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holidays, they say. “For vegans and vegetarians, think of your 20 percent as a chance to let loose every now and again and enjoy whatever makes you feel a bit wicked—fats, sugars, salts, beer; you get the idea—unless you’re following doctor’s orders. We want you to eat for health, and as chefs, we want eating healthy to taste great.” For the holidays, they like to have easy, yet big-flavor nibbles on hand such as homemade popcorn flavored with fresh rosemary and truffle oil, or crunchy, roasted chickpeas that pack a little heat from sriracha, a homemade or bottled hot sauce.

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Mango Raspberry Bellini 1 cup frozen raspberries 1 cup frozen mango 1 T coconut sugar or other sweetener 1 large bottle champagne water fresh raspberries for garnish Combine raspberries, mango, coconut sugar, ½ cup of water and ½ cup of champagne in a blender and blend until smooth (add additional water if needed). Scoop 2 T of mango raspberry mixture into a champagne glass and mix with champagne (you can add more or less to your taste preference).

Serve immediately, garnish with fresh raspberries.

Place the covered pan back on the heat and shake it while it’s on the burner. The kernels will slowly begin to pop; once they start, crack the lid slightly to let out a bit of steam. Continue shaking the pan over heat until the popping stops.

Frothy Hot Chocolate with Pistachio Milk

Remove from the stovetop immediately and pour all popcorn into a large bowl.

Yields: 2 servings

Drizzle with truffle oil, nutritional yeast, onion granules, minced rosemary and sea salt. Shake and mix well before serving.

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Beer-Miso-Sriracha Roasted Chickpeas Any favorite beer will work.

2½ Tbsp grapeseed oil A bit less than ½ cup popcorn kernels 1 Tbsp truffle oil 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast ½ Tbsp onion granules ½ tsp fresh rosemary, minced Sea salt to taste

On medium heat, warm the oil in a large saucepan with a lid.

Yields: 2 to 4 servings

Remove from the stove and add all kernels in an even layer on the bottom of the pan.

Cover for 20 seconds to allow all the kernels to become coated and reach equal temperature so they all pop at once.

Preheat the oven to 375° F.

1 (15½ oz) can chickpeas or garbanzo beans, drained and set aside 1 Tbsp sriracha 1 Tbsp organic miso paste (any color) 1 /3 bottle of beer Black and white sesame seeds Dried chili to taste Smoked salt for garnish to taste

Whisk wet ingredients until mixed well.

Toss mixture with chickpeas.

Place mixture on baking pan and roast for 20 to 30 minutes, shaking and stirring periodically until mixture is evaporated and chickpeas begin to get color; beware of burning.

Garnish with sesame seeds and dried chili, maybe a little smoked salt.

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Pistachio Milk ½ cup raw shelled pistachios 2 cups filtered water Cocoa ½ to ¾ cup unsweetened baking cocoa or cacao powder ¼ to ½ cup date paste 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla extract Dash Himalayan pink salt For the pistachio milk, soak the nuts overnight in a bowl of water.

Truffle Spiced Popcorn This wicked, fresh, piping-hot popcorn is kissed with a simple blend of rosemary, onion and truffle oil.

Yields: 9 cups

Cozy up and indulge in this thick, creamy and rich hot chocolate made with whole food ingredients.

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Rinse before placing them into a highspeed blender with the 2 cups of water.

Blend until the mixture is completely puréed and milky.

Strain mixture through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth; then add the nut milk back into the blender.

Add all other ingredients and blend at a high speed until thick.

Note: If using a regular, slower blender, re-warm the hot chocolate on the stove top. It may not be as thick and frothy but will taste good.

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It is primarily parenting that decides whether the expression of sensitivity will be an advantage or a source of anxiety. ~Elaine Aron

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ighly sensitive children need extra nurturing care so that they can learn to see their sensitivity as a strength and begin empowering themselves with tools to tap into their positive traits such as insight, creativity and empathy, while simultaneously learning how to manage their rich emotional lives.

Elaine Aron, Ph.D., a practicing psychotherapist in Mill Valley, California,

who studies sensitivity using functional magnetic resonance imaging, advises, “A highly sensitive child is among the 15 to 20 percent born with a nervous system that’s highly aware and quick to react to everything.” She offers a free online questionnaire to help assess a child’s level of sensitivity at HSPerson.com/test/ highly-sensitive-child-test.

Highly sensitive children are incredibly responsive to their environ-

ments, from sounds and smells to the overall mood of people they encounter. Other indicators may range from a preference for quiet play to noticing details or asking many questions. With a sharpened sense of awareness, they are often gifted intellectually, creatively and emotionally, demonstrating genuine compassion early on.

The downside is that these intensely perceptive children can also be easily overwhelmed by crowds, noises, new situations or sudden changes.

Criticism, defeat and the distress of others deeply affect them.

Parenting a highly sensitive child can be highly rewarding, but some parents find it exhausting. Special skills help in gracefully raising a healthy, happy and well-adjusted sensitive child without wearing ourselves out.

Accept, rather than seek to change them. Embracing a child as being highly sensitive is step one. No one can change them into less sensitive, more traditional kids. Accept their specialness as part of the family’s shared journey.

See it as a gift. It’s easy to get frustrated or angry with a child if they continually cry, withdraw and shy away from social situations. Instead of viewing these behaviors as flaws, see them as providing the child a special gift.

Sensitivity often characterizes artists, innovators, prodigies and great thinkers.

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cipline can elicit emotional meltdowns and outbursts of energy in temper tantrums, crying or yelling. Partnering with a child includes learning to avoid their triggers and giving them ready tools to use when they feel overwhelmed, such as breathing exercises. Professional counselors can help shape the relationship.

Focus on strengths. Remembering that a highly sensitive child may be incredibly talented is essential when they are acting out. Training ourselves to see a child’s strengths first—such as their incredible creativity, perceptiveness and keen intellect—helps us accept their challenges, such as being overwhelmed, highly emotional, introverted at times, shy, picky about clothes and other preferences, or overly active.

Create calmness. It’s worth taking the time to create spaces that match a child’s sensibilities. Create a “peace corner” at home designed to deliver the serenity that highly sensitive children crave by using just the right lighting, colors, sounds and surroundings; elements might include headphones, favorite plush toys and coloring markers.

Instill inner discipline. Establishing gentle structure and clear limits with respect goes a long way. Reasonable reminders of what’s needed now and why yield better results than shouting and warnings of consequences.

Connect with peers. Like everyone else, highly sensitive children are drawn to other “birds of a feather”, and getting these kids together to nurture each other’s strengths is good. It may mean some extra effort by parents to help a child find kids that get along together and make play dates.

A highly sensitive child can be steered in a helpful emotional direction by well-adjusted, happy and healthy sensitive adults. Sensitive children need especially good role models because they are learning how to use their incredible gifts in a world that sometimes doesn’t value their inherent worth.

Maureen Healy, of Santa Barbara, CA, runs a mentoring program for highly sensitive children based on her social and emotional learning curriculum for K-8 students, child psychology training and current scientific research. She is the author of Growing Happy Kids and The Energetic Keys to Indigo Kids (HighlySensitiveKids.com).

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Kennels used to be an indoor cage with a dog door to a fenced run area outside. Dogs could see each other, but not play together. Well-heeled facilities offered fancy amenities, geared more

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to impress the owner than comfort the pet and were generally bereft of enriching experiences.

“Pets are living, breathing, loving creatures, and boarding facilities not yet up to speed need to catch up to how people feel about pets today,” says Charlotte Biggs, COO of the nonprofit International Boarding and Pet Service Association, near Austin, Texas. It helps its members create safe, responsible pet care facilities by including holistic, positive and green practices in their safety and training manuals.

Susan Briggs, co-founder of the independent Professional Animal Care Certification Council for the pet care industry, in Houston, advises, “Take a tour. Kennels should be clean and organized. You should feel comfortable with the staff.”

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“You want to go where the staff bends down and lets your pet come to them.

It should be obvious your dog’s going to get positive human interaction. When you walk out after touring the facility, you should feel better about boarding than when you walked in.”

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Costs vary, so ask what’s included in the basic fee, such as group play, treats, administered meds, special bedding and feeding the same food as at home.

The pet also should be able to have their bed, toys and favorite things with them. Also be clear about medications, health or mobility issues and special bedding or grooming preferences. An apparent bargain can be either less than expected or more expensive once all costs are totaled.

“Ask if titers are accepted in lieu of current vaccinations, and don’t feel pressured to over-vaccinate,” advises Briggs, who explains that titers assess levels of immunity from previous vaccinations. She also suggests asking about the facility’s emergency plan, including evacuation.

The more information everyone has, the better the pet’s stay will be.

Socialized dogs or cats should be able to enjoy group playtime or a communal catio (enclosed indoor/outdoor space for felines); others would rather watch from afar. Stays should be individualized, not uniform. Facility owners suggest first booking a day visit and then an overnight as a test.

Before booking, also ask about unseen factors. Josh Parker, co-founder of K-9 Resorts Daycare and Luxury Hotels, in Fanwood and other New Jersey locations, recommends that boarding clients look for features such as ecofriendly cleaning products; air purifiers and ventilation systems to prevent spreading of germs; a floor plan that reduces stress by limiting views of other animals; lighting that dims at night for restful sleep; a good ratio of staff to pets that allows employees to spend time with nervous boarders, spot any signs of illness or distress early on and intervene if quarrels arise; and availability of an on-call veterinarian with access to the family vet or nearest emergency facility.

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“Some facilities like ours offer webcam options so you can ‘visit’ with your dog while you’re traveling,” says Brown. Texting kennel updates and selfies of an employee with a pet can also ease any worries.

“I just want my pet in a place where she is safe, secure, well cared for and loved,” says Nierenberg. Though apart, pets and their people can all enjoy a fresh adventure.

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Stephen Dinan Outlines America’s Noble Destiny Bridging Our Political Divide is Key

by Mary Magline

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tephen Dinan, founder and CEO of The Shift Network, is a champion of the transpartisan movement that seeks to transcend America’s current political climate to realize greater unity and understanding. His new book, Sacred America, Sacred World: Fulfilling Our Mission in Service to All, offers innovative, practical solutions for engaging citizens in an emerging whole.

Dinan has forwarded thinking in his work with the Institute of Noetic Sciences, where he helped shape the Shift in Action and One Minute Shift programs, and with the Esalen Center for Theory & Research, a think tank he helped create to explore human potential frontiers. He is also an active member of the Evolutionary Leadership and Transformational Leadership councils.

What political problem tops the list if we’re to make progress on anything?

We all know that American politics suffers from extreme polarization. Just as the middle class has faded away from our economy, the bipartisan “middle” has dropped out of our political process. In the last two decades, moderates have become far less prominent, giving way to ideologues on both sides of the aisle. As a result, Congress is virtually unable to legislate, because politicians on the left and right insist they have all the answers. They often refuse to work with the president if he is from the other party. This childish behavior is a far cry from the bipartisan approach to solving problems that once made this country great. Our country is falling apart and we need to renew ourselves by finding a sacred vision of national unity.

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The fast-growing transpartisan movement offers an answer that can be aided by perspectives of transpersonal psychology and a visionary spiritual dimension drawn from wisdom traditions of the East and West.

How is transpartisan best defined?

Transpartisan means that Americans can rise above damaging divisions. It provides hope that if we supply the right intention, we can hold to a vision that honors the ideals of a wide range of viewpoints. No one can be 100 percent right or 100 percent wrong, and we transcend limiting conservative and liberal categories by using dialogue and maturity in embracing the truths of all parties, while leaving behind their excesses and errors.

We can belong to any party and claim an important piece of the truth; a singular truth we stand for, such as liberty or social justice or economic growth, but it represents only a personal selection from a larger set of sacred American principles. To attain insight into these principles, we must move to an enlightened vision that honors all political perspectives, seeing each as a valuable, yet incomplete contribution toward the emerging whole.

Why have you called for a sacred America?

“Sacred” is a word that binds us together in the mystery of life and links us into a single human family in which ultimately no one is our enemy. A sacred worldview leads to a life filled with respect and reverence. It informs and enables us as we reach for our highest destiny as a country, not built on a desire to be number one, but a humble sense of calling, animated by a spirit of service to all.

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America is being called to explore new frontiers politically, economically and spiritually, in service to our own citizens and the world. We are to embrace a path away from the waste and tragedy of war and toward universal health, sustainability and prosperity. It requires the best of both progressive and conservative values and a collaborative style of politics that seeks higher ground. Global accords and councils will replace the endless posturing of every military era.

What have you, as a progressive, learned from conservatives?

Conservatives tend to focus on preserving what has worked in the past, which is a useful function. In the human body, we have strong elements required for health that basically protect its homeostasis. Too much change happening too quickly can be dangerous to us. Conservatives often play the same role in society, minimizing the risk of chaotic change and preserving core values, commitments and culture.

I’ve found that embracing conservative values and perspectives is a good form of cross-training in my role as a spiritually based CEO, where it’s imperative that I not risk everything on each new idea. A moderate path draws upon the best of conservative perspectives while opening to new possibilities for innovation and cultural expression, which tends to be a focus of progressives.

How can we replace political gridlock with a more perfect union?

The ultimate solution comes in personally building bridges of curiosity, respect and understanding, and recognizing that true, lasting answers to extremely complex problems require the best thinking of all parties and ideologies so that some hybridization of solutions happens.

We may not come to consensus on major issues, but we can come into deep dialogue and human exchange. Extending a hand of friendship across the aisle is ultimately one of the most important things we can do as citizens. The women members of the Senate have led the way in doing this, often creating breakthroughs through their personal connections with members of the other major party.

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by Dennis Merritt Jones ost blessings are done quietly, in the silence of one’s own mind and heart; most often others don’t even know about it. How a blessing is done is not as important as the fact that it’s done mindfully.

There is nothing magical or mystical about conferring a blessing—it’s simply confirming the presence of God, divine Spirit, at the center of that which is being blessed.

Masters, teachers, sages and saints from every spiritual tradition have used blessings as a way to consecrate, sanctify, purify and heal. Wedding ceremonies, memorial services, christenings and everything in-between have at one time or another been blessed. Anyone can offer a blessing. Ernest Holmes, author of Science of Mind, defined a blessing as constructive thought directed toward anyone or any condition.

He says, “You bless a man when you recognize the divinity in him.”

When things are good, it can seem easy to neglect the practice of blessing ourselves and others. Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote: “Never lose an opportunity of seeing anything that is beautiful; for beauty is God’s handwriting—a wayside sacrament. Welcome it in every fair face, in every fair sky, in

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We can always bless what’s good in our lives, but blessings can become even more meaningful if we remember to bless the bad times as well, when we most need to remember the truth that good is present then and there, too.

Getting in the habit of embracing daily blessings is a good spiritual practice as we evolve and go forth and bless our world as we have been blessed. It’s a matter of remembering that the real blessing has already been bestowed; the gift of life itself. Take a moment to contemplate this and seal it in consciousness by silently affirming, “I am blessed and I am a blessing.” I Am is a name of God. In the words of Mary Baker Eddy in introducing her seminal work, Science & Health, “To those leaning on the sustaining infinite, today is big with blessings.”

Dennis Merritt Jones, D.D., of St. Petersburg Beach, FL, is the author of Your (Re)Defining Moments, The Art of Uncertainty and The Art of Being, the source of this essay. He has contributed to the human potential movement and field of spirituality for 30 years (DennisMerrittJones.com).

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chemistry in their brains, boosting confidence on many levels. Pilates is recognized as a highly effective way to improve posture.

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ith 11,000 studios across the U.S., “Pilates continues to grow because an increasingly wide spectrum of people are discovering how it can benefit them,” says Elizabeth Anderson, executive director of the Pilates Method Alliance, in Miami.

Pilates instructor Amanda January, who works at The Carriage Club, in Kansas City, eventually became an instructor because, “I love the challenge of it. I had always been a dancer, and found Pilates provides the movement therapy that my dance classes lack.”

Current trends are combining Pilates not only with yoga, but also dance and even boxing. “My favorite fusion Pilates class is barre,” says Halley Willcox, a certified Pilates teacher originally from Austin, Texas, now a grad student at the University of Arizona, in Tucson. Barre classes mix classical ballet exercises with yoga and Pilates (see Tinyurl.com/Barre4Fitness).

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barefoot interval training. “No prior experience is necessary; the possibilities are endless,” comments Willcox.

Anderson believes, “The growth we’re observing is due to the fact that Pilates addresses fitness across the entire body, rather than parts. It creates a wonderful feeling of overall well-being; the exercise is done in a balanced manner on all planes and is coordinated with conscious breathing. Plus, it doesn’t cause injuries, it prevents them.”

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“Through focus and breath awareness, Pilates, not unlike meditation and yoga, helps you become more aware of your body, which makes you more comfortable in your own skin,” says January.

Social psychologist Amy Cuddy’s TED talk, “Change Your Posture, Grow Your Confidence, Follow Your Dreams,” shares the results of her Harvard University research, which demonstrates how people that assume what she calls “power postures” actually change the

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Helps Coordination and Rehabilitation Many dancers and professional athletes access the therapeutic qualities of Pilates to help them recover from injuries and enhance balance and coordination.

Anderson remarks, “With a qualified teacher, Pilates can be applied as a post-rehabilitation modality once postsurgery physical therapy is completed, to further strengthen the body. Elite athletes such as professional dancers, baseball and football players, ice skaters and equestrians are also finding ways that Pilates can strengthen and assist them with their performances, wellbeing and injury prevention.”

One of the ways that Pilates helps is by affecting body fascia. “Muscles work together, not individually, within the fascia, and the best way to change the muscle is through resistance,” says January. “It’s why Pilates uses spring tension, resistance bands and even jumping. Pilates improves balance and coordination because all the muscles work together. The entire body is learning how to dance in unison with itself.”

Boosts Immunity “The more I committed to a regular Pilates practice, the more I noticed I wasn’t getting sick as often,” says January. “Pilates helps boost the immune system through reducing stress, a well-known contributor to disease. It’s accessible to people of all ages. You don’t have to be flexible or strong to begin, just willing.”

She offers this advice to beginners.

“Check out all the local studios to see what they offer. It’s best to start out taking classes twice a week with a certified teacher for two to three months.

That’s easy to commit to. Then you can see if Pilates is right for you.”

Aimee Hughes, a freelance writer in Kansas City, MO, is a doctor of naturopathy on the faculty of the Yandara Yoga Institute. Connect at ChezAimee@gmail.com.

Invite Your Anxiety to Tea

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any of us know it well: a gnawing in the pit of the stomach, an ache in the chest, shallow breathing, rapid heartbeat or a lump in the throat.

Roughly 40 million Americans (or 18 percent of the population above the age of 18), according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, experience anxiety as a full-blown disorder.

Most of us encounter the symptoms from time to time. Hardwired to avoid pain, we do everything we can to self-distract or problem-solve our way out. We try to convince ourselves we’re “worrying about nothing”. In cognitive approaches to psychotherapy, too, we examine the validity of the thoughts that create suffering and attempt to assuage our fears by labeling them irrational.

But how effective has that been for you?

Running and thinking (or arguing with our thoughts) exacerbate angst.

The worse we feel, the more afraid we tend to become, wondering how long the discomfort will last or whether it may worsen and turn us crazy. Our minds are adept at tricking us into believing that what’s really a mouse in the closet is a six-foot monster with fangs.

What if we tuned into our bodies when the symptoms, like little lights on an automobile dashboard, indicated distress? What if we pulled up a chair and invited our anxiety to tea, so to speak? When we take the opportunity to face it, feel it and get to know it a little better, it calms. We can drop beneath it and find that where it was trying to turn our attention is an

Where in your body are you feeling anxious? What are the physical sensations that accompany it? Place your awareness in that area. How much space does it take up? Does it have a shape; is it solid or diffuse; does it have a temperature?

emotion that is far more tolerable than panic or fear. There may be sadness, grief, disappointment or anger—only a mouse when compared to the anxiety monster.

Try the following next time the bodymind gets noisy.

Stay out of story. Remove the labels (good, bad, awful, terrified) from what you’re feeling. Simply allow yourself to feel what you feel.

Find a safe, quiet space where you can turn your attention inward. It’s best to sit on the floor and allow yourself to feel the support of the earth beneath you. Squeeze all of the breath out of your belly, if you can; then fill it first, before your lungs, with fresh air.

Notice whether your body is holding tension and relax if you’d like.

Emotions move like waves; they don’t last forever. Give yourself 15 to 30 minutes to ride this one, rather than being pummeled by it, and know that the nervous system will calm again. When we resist, anxiety persists and either somaticizes or intensifies.

Let go of thinking. There is no future, not even a few minutes from now.

There is only this moment. Breathe.

Enhance your feeling of safety by focusing on an object in the room that gives you pleasure. Notice the quality of light where you’re seated. Feel the texture of your clothing against your skin. Notice any sounds, smells, the taste in your mouth.

What does your body want to do?

Does it want to curl into a ball while wrapped in blankets? Do you need to cry into a pillow or scream? Do you need to shake, punch or kick? Allow the release.

Once the waters still, ask your body what it needs. Reconnect to your five senses and where you’re situated in time and space. Soothe yourself with a warm bath, lit candles, low lights or relaxing music. Make yourself a warm cup of tea. After you’ve braved this storm, those in the future will feel more manageable.

Emotional Healer and Energy Therapist Allison Brunner, LCSW, RM integrates somatic (body-mind), mindfulness-based psychotherapy and energy medicine in Lancaster. Connect at AllisonBrunner.com. See ad, page 51.

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Easy as Pie Cooking Class – 6pm. Intimidated at the mere thought of making a pie crust? Val Baer, author of Baking with Whole Grains, will teach you an easy technique. Make and take. See website for complete menu and details. Zest! Cooking School, 30 E Main St, Lititz. To register: 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

Workshop: How to Increase Your Energy by 300% – 6:15-7pm. Become better informed and learn how to live a healthy and balanced life. Free.

Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP: 717-393-9955.

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Gourmet Gifts from the Kitchen – 6pm. The best gifts are the edible ones made in your kitchen! Penny Proserpi will lead this hands-on class. See website for complete menu and details. $55. Zest! Cooking School, 30 E Main St, Lititz. To register: 717-6266002. ZestChef.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Fall Basic Mediation Training Module 2 – (Three days – 11/3, 1-5pm, 11/4 and 11/5, 8:30-5pm). Participants learn each step of the mediation process and participate in role plays. For info and to register: Conflict Resolution Services, Duke St, Lancaster.

717-293-7231. ConflictServices.org.

Heal Your Body with Bowenwork – 7pm. Learn about and experience the healing power of Bowenwork, a technique shown to eliminate pain such as frozen shoulder, sciatica, TMJ and more. Free (donations appreciated). Pathways to Healing, 1817 Bernville Rd, Reading. Space limited. To register: 610-373-7935, ext. 114 or events page at Pathways ToHealingPA.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Psychic Fair – 10am-4pm. Enjoy readings, services, vendors, and drawings for prizes. A delicious lunch will be available for purchase. Free to attend. $20 for 20-minute reading/service. Lancaster Metaphysical Chapel, 610 Second St, Lancaster. 717-399-4733.

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Drumming Class – 10 am to noon. All levels welcome. Expert local drummer, Tammi Hessen, leads through ancient traditional rhythms with instructions in djembe and dununs. Drum rental available. Pathways to Healing, 1817 Bernville Rd, Reading. $20/ class. Space limited.To register: 610-373-7935, ext.

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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.

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

Psychic Gallery with William Stillman - 2pm.

Expect the unexpected as acclaimed psychic William Stillman connects with the realm beyond and offers intuitive insights. $30. Lancaster Metaphysical Chapel, 610 Second St, Lancaster. 717-399-4733.

For info: WilliamStillman.com, LancasterMeta@ yahoo.com.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7 Easy Yet Elegant Appetizers – 6pm. Tis the season for parties! A holiday inspired, hands-on cooking class teaching easy and creative appetizers with Jenn Thompson. See website for complete menu and details. $55. Zest! Cooking School, 30 E Main St, Lititz. To register: 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

The Passion Test – 6-8pm. Discover your true passions and uncover your life’s purpose.Presented

by Heather Dempsey of HeartSpace-HappyPlace.

Q&A, raffles, discounts, light refreshments. Space limited. Introductory offer $129 BOGO 1/2 price.

Bring a friend! Spa La Vie, 3031 Columbia Ave, Lancaster. 717-974-4841. HS-HP.com, SpaLaVieLancaster.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Thanksgiving Goes Gluten Free – 6pm. Celebrate the season without gluten, but with endless flavor.

Hands-on class with Tina Bare. $55. Zest! Cooking School, 30 E Main St, Lititz. To register: 717-6266002. ZestChef.com.

Workshop: #1 Addition - Sugar – 6:15-7pm.

Become better informed and learn how to live a healthy and balanced life. Free. Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP: 717-393-9955. FamilyChiropractic Lancaster.com.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Kraut for the Holidays – 6pm. Join Jon Lusby, owner of Fermentation Creation, for this sauerkraut making class. $60. Zest! Cooking School, 30 E Main St, Lititz. To register: 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Berks Nature’s 8th Annual State of the Environment Breakfast – 7:30-9am. Berks Nature invites you to the State of the Environment breakfast, highlighting businesses benefiting from sustainable practices. The Crowne Plaza, 1741 Papermill Rd, Wyomissing. $30. 610-372-4992.

Lunch and Learn – 11am. Snyder Funeral Home presents valuable information about pre-arranging funeral details and offers a time for Q and A. Free. Held at Stockyard Inn, 1147 Lititz Pike, Lancaster. Registration requested. 717-560-5100.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Integrative Healing Arts Friday Open House – 5:30-8pm. Stop by during West Reading’s 2nd Friday, enjoy select healing services and special offers for those that visit. Integrative Healing Arts Studio, 611 Penn Ave, West Reading. 610-451-9577.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Craniosacral Therapy Exploration Day – 9am5pm. A one-day intro to CST for licensed manual therapists and lay people. Sponsored by the CSTAlliance. Homewood Suites, 2801 Papermill Road, Wyomissing. 6 CEUs available. $125. To register: 603-948-2820.

Emergence Skin Care Open House – 10am-2pm.

All are welcome to drop in and share complimentary food and mini services, such as seated chair massage and paraffin hand waxing and enjoy door prizes and specials on gift cards. Free. Emergence Skin Care, 3695 Marietta Ave, Unit 2, Lancaster. For info: 717-419-4766. EmergenceSkinCareTherapy.net.

“Finding Dory” Family Geo-Catching Day – 10am-12pm. Embark on a hunt using GPS units to find the Dory’s we have hidden. $6/family for members, $10/family non-members. The Nature Place in Angelica Park, Bernardine St, Reading.

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Tuesday Takes Me There – 10am. Fmr. Capt. Luis Carlos Montalván and service dog Tuesday will visit the library to read his children’s book and share how service dogs help the disabled. Donations benefit MCL and PACT for Animals. Register: Muhlenberg Community Library, 3612 Kutztown Rd, Laureldale.

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New Patient Day – 12:30pm. Learn about safe and natural solutions to your health problems. Please call in advance to see if you qualify for a free new patient evaluation. Sheehan Natural Health, 1301 E King St, Lancaster. 717-392-6606. SheehanNaturalHealth.com.

Tapping: the Emotional Freedom Technique – 1-4pm. Nicole Lewis-Keeber offers a gentle intro-

duction to tapping to reduce stress and anxiety, and increase positive feelings in every area of your life.

Learn to replicate techniques on your own. $30/adv.

Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.

John Terlazzo & Voices in the Hall – 7pm. An evening of song in an intimate, candlelit setting. Includes vocals, strings, flute, and Indian harmonium.

Donation $5-$20/person. Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Full Moon Crystal Meditation – 9:30-10:30am.

Enjoy a relaxing meditation that incorporates crystals, sound healing music and reiki to facilitate release of what no longer serves you. $15 includes crystal set. Registration required. Integrative Healing Arts Studio, 611 Penn Ave, West Reading. 610451-9577. 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.

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Sponsored by The Groff Funeral Home & the Samaritan Counseling Center The Groff Funeral Home 528 W Orange St, Lancaster Free. RSVP: TheGroffs.com or 717-394-5300

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Wellness Day for Veterans – Enjoy a complimentary 30-minute stress treatment today. Call to reserve for yourself or someone you love. Free ($55 value). The Spa at Willow Pond, 1487 Old Lancaster Pike, Sinking Spring. 610-507-9004. TheSpaAt WillowPond.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Mamas That Brunch Yoga Workshop – 9:3010:30am. Part 1 of a 4-part series. Learn how to use simple yoga practices to juggle all of your to-do's without burning out! No mat needed. $5. Held at Cloud 9 Cafe, 84 Commerce Dr, Wyomissing. To register: Nourished-Motherhood.com/workshops.

AHNA Lancaster Chapter Meeting – 6-8 pm.

Speaker: Dana Elia, MS, RDN, LDN Nutritionist and Director of Fusion Integrative Health & Wellness, LLC on " The Fuss About Leaky Gut Syndrome." Meets at Manheim Twp Public Library, 595 Granite Run Dr, Lancaster. Donation. Contact: Ann.Reid@-nurse.net or FusionIHW@gmail.com.

Workshop: How to Customize your Vitamins – 6:15-7pm. Become better informed and learn how to live a healthy and balanced life. Free.

Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP: 717-393-9955.

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Healthy Holiday Clean Eating Shopping Tour – 6:30m. Offered by Fusion Integrative Health and Wellness’ registered dietitian nutritionists.

Handouts and recipes provided. $15 per person, pre-registration required. Giant Lancaster Shopping Center, 1605 Lititz Pike, Lancaster. Email Jacqui.

FusionIHW@gmail.com for more info or to register.

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Coping with the Holidays – 7-8:30pm. Join others seeking help to get through the holiday season, and perhaps find something positive during an otherwise difficult time. Free. To register: Pathways Center, Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr, Lancaster. 717 391-2413 or 800-924-7610.

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Webinar: Pain Hurts, Stress Kills – 7pm. Learn the effects of stress on the body and what can be done to create a healthy stress response. Free. For info and to register, please email or call. Katz Family Chiropractic, 9 Bristol Ct, Wyomissing. 610-7416405. ClorKatz@comcast.net.

a private 15 minute session for $25. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue.Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom, 4267 New Holland Road, Mohnton.

For an appointment: 610-777-5755. Godfreys Dogdom.com.

Past Life Session – 10am-noon. Using hypnotic techniques, Annelle Soponis PhD, BCH offers the opportunity to explore a previous lifetime. $25. Held at Peaceful Dragonfly Wellness Cooperative, 4730 Perkiomen Ave (rear), Reading. Space limited, call to register. 610-509-7610.

Reiki II –10:30am-4pm. Receive Level II attunement from Master Sarah Preston. Review Reiki I, learn the Reiki II power symbols, and practice sending reiki through time and space. $185 includes certificate and book "Reiki, the Healing Touch."

Deposit and Level I certificate required. Radiance, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.

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TBI & Stroke Support Group – 7-9pm. Family and caregivers encouraged to attend. Free. RSVP encouraged but not required. Strasburg Family Eye Care, 20 Lancaster Ave, Strasburg. 717-687-8228, Ext. 101. StrasburgFamily.com.

Death Café – 1:30-3pm. Gather with others to eat cake, drink tea or coffee and discuss death in a safe, respectful, non-judgemental, inclusive and nonideological environment. Free to attend. Hosted by Lisa Fairman of Earth Rhythms and held at Geneva Bakery Café, 6030 Lemon St, East Petersburg. For info: 610-374-3730.

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Yoga For Fitness Classes At Colonial Fitness – 9:30-10:30am. Build strength and flexibility with this challenging yoga flow class. New students only $5. Colonial Fitness Center, 172 Shillington Rd, Sinking Springs. To register: NourishedMotherhood.com/class-schedule.

Holiday Open House at Inshanti Wellness Spa -10am-5pm. Festivities include give-aways, discounts, raffles, shopping for gifts, a hot cocoa bar and more along with items such as jewelry, essential oils and blends, health and beauty products, and more. Free. The Essence of Inshanti, 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd, Kinzers. For info; 717-5873990. Inshanti.com.

Lancaster Community Reiki Clinic – 6:308:30pm. 30 minutes of reiki offered every third Thursday of the month. By appointment, by donation. Held at the office of Loeffler & Pitt, 2131 Oregon Pike, Lancaster. 717-824-9209. Lancaster CommunityReikiClinic.org.

Workshop: The Healthiest People on the Planet – 6:15-7pm. Become better informed and learn how to live a healthy and balanced life. Free.

Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP: 717-393-9955.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Holiday Open House at Inshanti Wellness Spa -10am-9pm. See 11/17 listing for details. The Essence of Inshanti, 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd, Kinzers.

For info; 717-587-3990. Inshanti.com.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19 Holiday Open House at Inshanti Wellness Spa -10am-5pm. See 11/17 listing for details. The Essence of Inshanti, 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd, Kinzers.

For info; 717-587-3990. Inshanti.com.

Godfrey's "Whine and Dine Thanksgiving for Canines" – 10am-4pm. Godfrey’s is serving up a grand buffet of human-grade Thanksgiving foods for dogs as a way of saying a huge thank you.

Enjoy specials and a drawing. Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom, 4267 New Holland Rd, Mohnton. 610777-5755. GodfreysDogdom.com.

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A market of unique and handcrafted items that make terrific gifts for the holidays. Local makers, entertainment and light refreshments.

Saturday, November 26 • 10am-3pm Free to attend Wyomissing Public Library 9 Reading Blvd, Wyomissing Facebook.com/TheNewMakerie

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Small Business Saturday Open House – Noon3pm. Shop the healing boutique and take advantage of special offers for those that stop in, including 20% off all gift certificates. Integrative Healing Arts Studio, 611 Penn Ave, West Reading. 610-451-9577.

IntegrativeMassageReiki.com.

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Workshop: Stretching for Health – 6:15-7pm.

Become better informed and learn how to live a healthy and balanced life. Free. Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP: 717-393-9955. FamilyChiropractic Lancaster.com.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30 Holiday Pet Photos – 11am-4pm. Pet Smooch Photograpy offers holiday pet photos by appointment.

Human family members can be included. $14 sitting fee + cost of photos chosen. Godfrey’s Dogdom, 4267 New Holland Rd, Mohnton. For info or appointment: 610-777-5755. GodfreysDogdom.com.

New Patient Day – 6pm. Learn about safe and natural solutions to your health problems. Please call in advance to see if you qualify for a free new patient evaluation. Sheehan Natural Health, 1301 E King St, Lancaster. 717-392-6606. Sheehan NaturalHealth.com.

savethedate Holidays in the Barn at Shady Hollow Assisted Riding Celebrate the season at Shady Hollow! Hot cocoa, yummy cookies, and crafts for the kids. Enjoy carolers, a visit with Santa, and holiday photos with a horse.

Saturday, December 10 • 10am-4pm

$6 per person, Children under 2 are free!

All proceeds support Shady Hollow nonprofit programs.

See our website to learn about the Holiday Horse Camp for kids ages 6-12 December 27, 28, 29 • 9am-noon 959 E Main St, Birdsboro For info: 610-582-4050 or HugaHorse.com

Grand Opening Reve Body Sculpting

Learn about the latest technology in fast, permanent, fat loss. Door prizes, snacks and refreshments provided. Special offers available during this event only.

Gifts that Give Hope Lancaster Lancaster’s Alternative Gift Fair

The 9th annual alternative gift fair showcases the work of charitable organizations and features alternative gifts, fair trade items and items made locally by social enterprise employees.

Saturday, December 10 • 10am-4pm

Saturday, December 3 • 10am – 3pm 352 E. Main St, Suite 100, Leola, PA ReveBodySculpting.com LancasterPA@revebodysculpting.com

Admission: Free Farm and Home Center 1383 Arcadia Dr, Lancaster For info: 717-201-9157 or GiftsThatGiveHope.org/Lancaster.

Farmers Markets Berks County Fairgrounds Farmers Market 2934 N 5th St Hwy, Reading 610-929-3429 Year-round Thur/Fri/Sat Leesport Farmers Market Rt 61, Leesport 610-926-1307 Year-round Wednesday PA Dutch Farmers Market 845 Woodland Rd, Wyomissing 610-374-1916 Year-round Thur/Fri/Sat Rodale Institute 611 Siegfriedale Rd, Kutztown 610-683-6009 Thursday thru Saturday Shillington Farmers Market 10 S Summit Ave, Shillington 610-777-7675 Year-round Thur/Fri/Sat

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Angel art, readings, music, sound healing hour, crystal jewelry, flower essences, herbs, aura photography, alternative healing methods, reflexology, reiki and more. Free lectures on current holistic topics. Mark your calendar! Now accepting vendor applications.

Saturday, December 10 • 10am-4pm Sunday, December 11• 10am-4pm Admission $6, $5 with donation of pet food Leesport Farmers Market, Banquet Hall 312 Garnet’s Church Rd, Leesport For info contact Kimberlee Dawn: 484-363-7356 or KimberleeDawn88@gmail.com

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West Reading Farmers Market 538 Penn Ave, West Reading Sunday thru November

Lancaster County Columbia Historic Market House 15 S 3rd St, Columbia 717-681-0385 Fri 4-8/Sat/Sun Ephrata Whistlestop Market 16 E Main St, Ephrata Saturday thru October

Lancaster Central Market 23 N Market St, Lancaster 717-399-9494 Year-round Tues/Fri/Sat Masonic Village Farm Market 1 Masonic Dr, Elizabethtown 717-361-4520 Open daily Roots Country Market 705 Graystone Rd, Manheim 717-898-7811 Year-round Tuesday only

Green Dragon Farmers Market & Auction 955 N State St, Ephrata 717-738-1117 Year-round Friday

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Aware Lancaster Yoga & Wellness Day

Enjoy a day of renewal, reflection and focus through yoga. Offering master classes, workshops with regional yoga and wellness experts, and a lively marketplace featuring vendors of goods and services, a café with fresh, healthy foods, music and more.

Saturday, January 21• 9am-6:30pm

Tickets: $20, $45, $75 (available after 11/15) Ware Center, 42 N Prince St, Lancaster For vendor opportunities: Kendra@NALancaster.com For info and tickets: ArtsMU.com

classifieds Fee for classifieds is $1 per word per month. To place listing, email content to Publisher@NALancaster.com.

Deadline is the 10th of the month.

PRODUCTS TOXIN-FREE ORGANIC PRODUCTS Shampoos, toothpaste, laundry and dish soap, supplements, healthy coffee, weight loss, make-up, and more. SiselInternational.com.

ID#USA1075327 or call for a free catalog. Ivan Stoltzfus: 717-354-2514.

ZEN GARDENS – Up-cycled desk or tabletop gardens for home/office. Visit Sandscaper at Hidden Treasures, 225 N Prince St, Lancaster or Sandscaper.net. $12 and up. Contact Andy@ Sandscaper.net.

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.

717-399-4733.

Mindfulness Meditation – 10-11am. Nondenominational mindfulness meditation includes sitting and walking meditation with informal tea and conversation afterwards. No experience necessary. Wear loose, comfortable clothing, $5 donation suggested. Kutztown Yoga, 206 N Whiteoak St, Kutztown. 484-388-9974.

Eckankar Worship Service – 11am, 2nd Sunday. The public is invited to join others seeking to bring more insight and divine love into their lives at this special celebration of the Light and Sound of God. Sleep Inn, 310 Primrose Ln, Mountville.

Meetup.com/have-you-had-a-spiritual-experiencecentral-pa-meetup.

Hot 26 Express – 4-5pm. Try hot yoga! This class is friendly for all stages of hot yoga practitioners, whether you've been practicing the Bikram Method for years, or have never tried before. The Restorative Center, 6 Hearthstone Court, Ste 304, Reading. 610763-6998. TheRestorativeCenter.com.

Restorative Yoga – 5-6pm. Restorative yoga uses blocks, blankets, and bolsters to prop you into poses so you can relax without tension or strain. All levels. $12. Bridge Yoga Studio, 1705 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster. 717-330-1304. BridgeYogaStudio.com.

monday All Levels Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Balance activity and tranquility with a relaxing Hatha class. $15 walk-in. Destinations Yoga Studio, 38 Deborah Dr, Leola. 717-556-0276. Destinationsyoga.com.

Mantra, Movement, and Meditation – 10am.

David Dragonfly hosts. By donation.

Kula Kamala Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 732309-6787. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 6-7pm. All levels class providing gentle stretching, strengthening and relaxation. $12/class. Packages available. Fusion Wellness, 1895 Graystone Road, East Petersburg. 717-475-1381. FusionWellnessPA.com.

tuesday All Levels Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Balance activity and tranquility with a relaxing Hatha class. $15 walk-in. Destinations Yoga Studio, 38 Deborah Dr, Leola. 717-556-0276. Destinationsyoga.com.

Fun Morning Flow Yoga– 9:30-10:30am. Offers a challenge to keep you inspired, while tapping into your inner strength. Practice at your own pace with intuition and suggested adaptation. A safe, non-competitive environment for all levels. $12/ class. Fusion Wellness, 1895 Graystone Rd, East Petersburg. 717-475-1381. FusionWellnessPA.com.

Feldenkrais – 11am. Awareness Through Movement with Donna Bervinchak. At Susquehanna

Dance Center, 120 College Ave, Mountville. $15/ drop-in. 717-285-0399. FeldenkraisBlog.com.

Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 6-7pm. Dynamic flow, core movement and balance. All levels welcome. $12/ class. Fusion Wellness, 1895 Graystone Rd, East Petersburg. 717-475-1381. FusionWellnessPA.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.

Bikram Hot Yoga ½ Price Class – 7:30-9pm. A complete 90 minute mind-body workout. All levels. $8 CASH ONLY. Bikram Yoga West Reading, 120 S 3rd Ave, Upper Level, (enter via Franklin St) West Reading. 610-374-2659.

All Levels Vinyasa w/David – 7:30-8:30pm. An invigorating and fun class with David Meyer. $12 drop in or use class card. The Restorative Center, 6 Hearthstone Court, Suite 304, Reading. 610-7636998. TheRestorativeCenter.com.

Mindfulness Meditation – 7:30pm. No prior experience needed. Drop-ins welcome! $15. The Yoga Place, 922 N Reading Rd, Ephrata. 717-336-5299.

wednesday 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.

All Levels Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Balance activity and tranquility with a relaxing Hatha class. $15 walk-in. Destinations Yoga Studio, 38 Deborah Dr, Leola. 717-556-0276. Destinationsyoga.com.

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

Satsang and Chanting – 6pm. With Sudha and Ed and David Dragonfly. By donation. Kula Kamala Foundation, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073.

KuluKamalaFoundation.org.

Slow Flow Yoga – 6pm. Slower moving yoga class great for beginners. $12. Bridge Yoga Studio, 1705 Lincoln Highway E, Lancaster. 717 330-1304.

BridgeYogaStudio.com.

Gentle Yoga Class – 6:30-7:30pm (Four weeks: Nov 2, 9, 16, 23). A slower paced vinyasa yoga class, great for beginner yoga students and offering the more experienced student a challenging practice. $50/4 wks. Creative Pursuits Studio, 600F Eden Road, Lancaster. For info and to register: YogaTina@comcast.net or 717-449-1557.

thursday Therapeutic Yoga for Chronic Pain – 9:3010:30am. Renew energy, regain function, and develop strategies for coping with stressors. Modifications of poses, and therapeutic adjustments are provided in this safe environment. $12/class. Fusion Wellness, 1895 Graystone Rd, East Petersburg. 717475-1381. FusionWellnessPA.com.

Gentle Body Restore 50+ – 10-11am. Gentle and

therapeutic yoga practice. $17 drop-in. YOGA on Orange, 129 E Orange St, Lancaster. 717-392-3992.

YogaOnOrange.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.

Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 6-7pm. Amazing flow focused on balance, strength and core movement. Open to all levels. Walk-ins welcome. $12/class. Fusion Wellness, 1895 Graystone Road, East Petersburg.

717-475-1381. FusionWellnessPA.com.

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

friday Hatha Yoga: All Levels – 9:30-10:30 am. Asanas, breath, postures, stretching, relaxation with Laura Gaydos. Drop-in, only $10 for 1 hour or Pre-pay for 6 classes/$55. Pathways to Healing, 1817 Bernville Rd, Reading. 610-373-7935. PathwaysTo HealingPA.com.

All Levels Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Balance activity and tranquility with a relaxing evening Hatha class. $15 walk-in. Destinations Yoga Studio, 38 Deborah Dr, Leola. 717-556-0276. Destinationsyoga.com.

saturday Breathe with Intention – 9am. Enjoy stretching and breathing using essential oils for relaxation. Shear Miracle Organics Wellness Center, 513 Leaman Ave, Millersville. 717-419-5534. ShearMiraclesOrganics.com.

Morning Flow Yoga Class – 9-10am. (Four weeks:11/5, 12, 19 and 12/3). Begin your morning with a refreshing vinyasa yoga class, linking movement to breath. Class flow includes sun salutations, grounding poses, balancing poses, twists, hip openers and more. Creative Pursuits Studio, 600F Eden Road, Lancaster. $50/4 wks. For info and to register: YogaTina@comcast.net or 717-449-1557.

YogaFit – 9-10am. A gentle yoga class that will focus on strength, flexibility, balance and alignment as you learn to use breath through each pose. Taught by a physical therapist. $15/class, first class free.

FORTIUS Health and Performance Center, 2078 Bennett Ave, Lancaster. 533-4088.

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.

Revive and Restore – 9:30 - 10:30am. The perfect Saturday class - start with an invigorating Vinyasa practice, and end with restorative stretching poses to start your weekend off right! $12 drop in or use your class card. The Restorative Center, 6 Hearthstone Court, Suite 304, Reading. 610-781-1430.

TheRestorativeCenter.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.

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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email Publisher@NALancaster.com or visit NALancaster.com.

ACUPUNCTURE LANCASTER MEDICAL ACUPUNCTURE Jennifer Kegel, MD Lancaster, PA 717-575-9816 LancasterMedicalAcupuncture.com

Acupuncture facilitates the body's own ability to heal. Indications for acupuncture include but are not limited to chronic pain, stress, headaches and addiction. Dr. Kegel, combining her training in acupuncture, along with her medical knowledge and experience with yoga and meditation, takes a patient-centered approach to help you restore your balance and health.

THE RESTORATIVE CENTER

Mark Siegrist 6 Hearthstone Ct, Ste 304 • Reading 610-781-1430 TheRestorativeCenter.com We have the experience you are looking for! Let us help you use a holistic approach with acupuncture and herbal remedies so you can live your healthiest life. We treat your whole health history, not just your temporary situation. See ad, page 14.

CHILDBIRTH/PARENTING PLACENTA ENCAPSULATION

Dr. Martin J. Rodgers Dr. Bryan Rodgers 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike • Lancaster 717-393-9955 FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com

Now offering Placenta Encapsulation Services. Beat the Baby Blues by encapsulating your placenta. Processed in the Traditional Chinese Method of steaming and dehydrating, placenta powder capsules help lessen fatigue, promote lactation and decrease mood swings.

Family Chiropractic Wellness Center 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.

See ad, page 23.

Reiki with Louise Louise St. John 717-464-2145 ReikiWithLouise.com/Placenta-Encapsulation

CHIROPRACTIC A THERAPEUTIC EFFECT

JANGDHARI FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Andrew Ashton 313D Primrose Ln • Mountville 717-285-9955 ATherapeuticEffect.com Our doctors specialize in lowi m p a c t To r q u e R e l e a s e Technique which provides immediate results for people of all ages. See ad, page 2.

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

BLUE SKIES CHIROPRACTIC

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 23.

bodywork INTEGRATIVE HEALING ARTS STUDIO Christina Rossi 611 Penn Ave • West Reading 610-451-9577 IntegrativeMassageReiki.com

Dr. Leah Reiff Wellness on Walnut Integrative Health Cente 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.

Integrative Healing Arts Studio provides a unique mind body spirit approach to wellness with a variety of holistic therapies including massage therapy, Reiki, aromatherapy, crystal therapy, and more. Sessions and classes are available. Christina Rossi is a NCBTMB approved CE provider. Please visit website for more information. See ad, page 22.

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FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

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

JangDhari Family Chiropractic is committed to the health and wellness of our community.

We p r o v i d e q u a l i t y Chiropractic care and give back to many area charities helping ensure that the people of our community have opportunities to live well and live long.

LINK CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC & Massage 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 9.

It is not fair to ask of others what you are not willing to do yourself. ~Eleanor Roosevelt

CLINICAL AROMATHERAPIST INSHANTI

Debra Stoltzfus 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd • Kinzers 717-587-3990 Inshanti.com Trust a nationally certified aromatherapist specializing in clinical consultations. Deb can work directly with your physician to create a plan that supports mind and body health. In addition to retail and wholesale accounts of proprietary blends and pure essential oils sourced directly from the farmers, half and full-day education courses with certification are offered. See ad, page 31.

COUNSELING Allison Brunner, LCSW, RM

237 N. Prince St, Ste 303 • Lancaster 717-340-2096 AllisonBrunner.com Energy Therapist and Emotional Healer Allison Brunner offers Reiki and Integrated Energy Therapy, and a somatic (bodycentered), mindfulness-based approach to clearing blockages and shifting limiting beliefs and patterned behaviors so you can thrive.

HERB LANDIS, LCSW, BCD Psychotherapist 237 N Prince St • Lancaster 717-723-7129

Drawing on 25 years of experience, Herb uses the creative arts to promote the healing process, identifying strengths and hope in the journey. He works with children, teens, adults, families and couples coping with anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, grief and complicated grief.

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!

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DENTISTRY DAVID A. SCHWARTZ, DDS, PC 9 Bristol Ct • Wyomissing 610-670-6910 SchwartzFamilyDental.com

We provide general and cosmetic Mercury-Free dental care to the entire family with attention to “whole person health.” We have advanced training in the safe removal of mercury fillings, nonsurgical gum treatments, orthodontics, sleep apnea, solutions for TMJ, facial pain, and headaches.

Visit our website to learn more. See ad, page 37.

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

We are a full-service family dental practice providing 100% mercury-free restorations, quality non-surgical periodontal care, INVISALIGN, implant-retained dentures and partials. See ad, page 8.

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HOLISTIC HEALTH RESTORE YOUR ENERGY Deb Gallagher, RN, EEM-CP Lancaster 717-203-9666 RestoreYourEnergy.org

Experience Eden Energy Medicine, a practice created by Donna Eden, healer, author and teacher. This method assists with balancing our nine energy systems which can become blocked by stress, pain and illnesses. When the energy is balanced, sleep, joy, concentration and immunity improve, and our body’s natural ability to heal can begin.

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 25.

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.

SIMPLE AND MERRY

Mary B. Lapp Nutritional Therapist and Health Coach Lancaster, PA 717-823-8334 SimpleAndMerry.com Mary helps her clients balance their physical and emotional foundations so that their body can heal itself.

Balance is found through food, lifestyle, transformational coaching, optional supplements, and stress embracing techniques.

Mary sees clients via skype or phone, teaches healthy living classes, and offers allergy free recipes on her website.

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

Body Code energy work and homeopathy. Release trauma and emotional baggage. For issues including anxiety, depression, autism, adoption, allergies, autoimmune, flu, fibromyalgia, headaches, histamine intolerance, gout, cancer support, physical pain, clearing pathogens, emotional trauma, grief, finding abundance, resolving relationship issues and more. I work by email, phone, and Skype.

WELL FOLK REVIVAL

Sarah Stutzman Certified Woman’s Holistic Wellness Mentor and Coach Lititz, PA 717-606-3797 WellFolkRevival.com Whether transitioning into your teens or your mothering years, Sarah mentors as you manage stress, hormones, and body image and supports your wellness through faith, food, and kinship.

Coaching sessions in person, by phone, or by skype. Cooking classes and wellness workshops offered on her family homestead.

HYPNOSIS CREATIVE HYPNOSIS

Annelle Soponis, Ph.D., BCH Reading and surrounding area 610-509-7610 ARSHypnosis.com Create the life you want using the power of your mind. Release stress, pain, weight, fears, habits - anything that is holding you back from being the person you want to be. Affordable private and group sessions. Dr. Soponis is NGH certified to teach you to be a hypnotist, and she provides professional coaching and teaching. See ad, page 15.

GREEN LIVING H2O AT HOME Natural Home & Personal Care Barbara Klinepeter 717-367-6026 or 717-572-3257 H2OAtHome.com/BarbaraKlinepeter

Eliminate chemicals and toxins from your home by switching to our eco-friendly, efficient, and easy-to-use products for the home and body. Call today to learn more about our products, place an order, schedule a home demonstration, or learn how to work for yourself as an independent H2O Advisor.

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STRASBURG FAMILY EYECARE, LLC Dr. Robert Lauver, OD, FCOVD 20 Lancaster Ave • Strasburg, PA 717-687-8141 StrasburgFamily.com

We provide vision care for the entire family including specialty care in vision therapy and low vision. Our practice is built on friendly staff, professional optometrists, and state-of-the-art technologies to diagnose and treat vision problems (low vision and vision therapy services), refractive errors, and Post Trauma Vision Syndrome. See ad, page 36.

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Integrative Medicine NICK D'ORAZIO, MD

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

OSTEOPATHIC & INTEGRATIVE HEALTH OF LANCASTER COUNTY Dr. Candice Boyer, DO Rhonda Larson, ND Janine Muir, RN 835 Houston Run Rd, Ste 270 • Gap 717-207-9133 LCOIH.com

We offer a full range of integrative care, including osteopathy, naturopathy, wellness coaching, detox support and more. Our purpose is to meet people where they are on their health journey, coach them in making health goals and empower them with the tools to help them achieve their goals. See ad, page 31.

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.

MEDIATION/CONFLICT RESOLUTION CONFLICT RESOLUTION SERVICES 50 N Duke St • Lancaster 717-293-7231 ConflictServices.org We aim to prevent and resolve conflicts through our services of training, mediation and facilitation. Communication and conflict resolution trainings cater towards either a business or organization or on becoming a mediator. We offer mediation for divorce, custody, real estate, landlord/tenant, and for business and neighbor conflicts. See ad, page 11.

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Lancaster County 717-606-2477 Nicole.Lewis-Keeber.com

Nicole Lewis-Keeber LCSW is a trained clinician and certified Life Coach. Working with clients to empower change, Nicole specializes in Money Mindset Coaching, Success Coaching and loves to help clients Fire Their Inner Critic. With the right tools, support, and guidance, she believes each of us can create the abundant life we desire.

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 ads, pages 5, 28 and 29.

Robert Miller, ND 15 Pleasure Rd • Ephrata 717-733-2003 TOLHealth.com

Our leading naturopathic practice offers the most comprehensive array of holistic health services, tailored for your individual needs: genetic nutritional consultations; naturopathic consultations; nutrition, dietary and weight management programs; exercise programs; structural therapy with craniosacral and massage therapy; reflexology; detoxification therapies; stress management; prenatal/pediatric wellness; and air/water purification. See ad, page 7.

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HEALTH BY DESIGN CLINIC

Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath Functional Nutrition Clinician Trinity Natural Health Building 344 E Main St • Leola (corner of Trinity Dr) 717-556-8103 HBDClinic.com Located in the Trinity Natural Health building, we provide nutrition and detoxification services for adults and children using an integrative functional medicine approach, therapeutic massage therapy for your relaxation or chronic pain needs, and permanent fat and weight loss services. See ad, page 25.

LIFE COACH NICOLE LEWIS-KEEBER COACHING

TREE OF LIFE HEALTH MINISTRIES

HEALTH FOR LIFE CLINIC, INC

Naturopathic Medicine & Acupuncture 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.

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.

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Tia Mazy, Owner 4040 Penn Ave • Sinking Springs 610-741-6604 AmazyngStyleAndReclaimedJewels.com Amazyng Style is an ecofriendly salon specializing in organic hair color, and all natural make-up. All products are vegan and ammonia free.

MANSION ON MAIN ORGANIC SALON

119 W Main St • Leola 717-656-0208 TheMansionOnMain.us Refresh your mind, body and spirit with natural and organic products for hair and skin. Enjoy a full menu of salon services selected to support your holistic lifestyle including Organic Color Systems, Shear Miracles, John Masters Organics, Max Green Alchemy, Zoya.

Specializing in cuts, color, bridal, extensions and more. Also offering monthly DIY EO workshops.

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Tony Verrecchio, Owner 1143 Penn Ave • Wyomissing 610-685-9496 A personalized, fullservice hair salon, specializing in cuts, color and style.

Organic, vegan, gluten-free and cruelty-free All-Nutrient professional products are used in the salon and available for purchase. Make a healthy hair change today!

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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.

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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.

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Dr. Burroughs' integrative approach combines acupuncture, herbal medicine, and food therapy with conventional veterinary medicine to provide optimal wellness for her patients. Common conditions treated include: arthritis, orthopedic disease, allergies and skin disorders, neurological disorders, and improvement in the quality of life for chronic and terminally ill pets. See ad, page 18.

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Are you ready to remove blocks and trapped emotions, to overcome hurdles that are holding you back?

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Bonnie Showalter 30 E Lancaster Ave • Shillington 610-777-1303 YogaUnlimited.org Classes, retreats, mentoring, meditation, yoga therapy

Yoga in lancaster county BRIDGE YOGA STUDIO

1705 Lincoln Hwy East • Lancaster 717-330-1304 BridgeYogaStudio.com Hatha, Vinyasa, Restorative, Gentle

DESTINATIONS YOGA STUDIO At the Inn at Leola Village 38 Deborah Dr • Leola 717-556-0276 DestinationsYoga.com

Hatha Yoga, Group and Private classes

Lori Martin 50 Keystone Court • Leola 717-656-8615 AquaBlueDetox.net

SANDPIPER LIFE & WELLNESS

A family wellness center offering thermal imaging for breast and body, detox therapies, therapeutic and oncology massage, lymphatic drainage, a full-spectrum infrared sauna, nutritional education and more. Thermal imaging is a safe, non-invasive procedure for early detection of sources of pain, injury and disease. See ad, page 26.

Sandpiper Coaching helps clients discover their best self and take ownership of dreams, goals and aspirations. Whether it is a healthier lifestyle, relationship struggles, professional roadblocks or any aspect you feel overwhelmed or in need of direction, coaching is a proven positive step to creating the life you deserve. See ad, page 25.

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FUSION WELLNESS

1895 Graystone Road • East Petersburg 717-475-1381 FusionWellnessPA.com Vinyasa Flow, Core Movement and Balance, Classical Mat Pilates

CREATIVE PURSUITS STUDIO Yoga with Tina 600F Eden Road • Lancaster 717-617-2859 or 717-449-1557 YogaTina@comcast.net

Vinyasa, Gentle, Private & Group, Special Event Yoga, Workshops, Reiki

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