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inter is almost here. The days are getting dark much earlier and the cold weather definitely is settling in. For many, this season becomes a time to be more introspective and reflective. Without those sunny, warm days beckoning us outdoors to play, it’s easier to find that quiet spot to meditate or sit down with an inspiring book. My four-year-old Zoe recently drew a ‘meditation person’ complete with splotches of color, representing each of the seven chakras. I loved that she called it her meditation pererson. Hopefully she’ll turn to this creative art piece for inspiration all season long. I recently heard a guided meditation that gave me a whole new insight into the concept of being in the present. He said that when you are recalling a memory about the past or anticipating an event in thee future you actually are remembering and anticipating in the present moment. You have not gone back in time or advanced to the future but are having thoughts about the past or future in the current moment—in other words, we always are in the present moment. This was refreshing to me because I can acknowledge that all thoughts, wherever they lead us,, are in the present, and we can just observe where they want to guide us. In Awake Parenting, Judith Fertig discusses the importance of each of us connecting with our true self. This helps us create more connected relationships with everyone in our lives (see page 38). She encourages parents to allow their children to learn to sit by themselves. The other day, I enjoyed listening to Zoe sing an ode to her favorite stuffed animal, Duffy, while having time to herself. The lyrics included how she loved him so much she could just stare at him all day and that she loved him more than chocolate and looking at trees. It’s important to keep the immune system strong in winter and citrus can help. Our Conscious Eating column includes some citrus-based recipes to brighten your meals (see page 31). Another way to boost your immune system in winter, as well as take care of your muscles, is with regular massage. Local licensed massage therapist Jen Servidio explains how keeping our muscles warm in winter through dressing warmly and massage can keep the blood flowing and lessen chronic pain (see page 29). I’m sure my 13 year-old daughter Jadyn would opt for the massage over dressing more warmly to keep her muscles happy as she prefers to wear shorts throughout the winter—the complete opposite of me. It reminds me of a picture of us that was taken a few summers ago at the beach. While she was perfectly comfortable in her bathing suit, I’m sitting next to her bundled up in a thick sweatshirt, long pants and socks—truly demonstrating that we each are our own beings. Even though everyone is unique, with our own beliefs, body temperatures and tendencies, we all can strive to work together in uplifting humanity as 2017 ends and a new year begins (see page 22). With Joy, Deborah Turner

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Location: 58 Depew Ave., Nyack. Hours: Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. until March 30. Free parking is available in Main municipal parking lot during market hours. For more information, visit NyackChamber.org or Facebook.com/ NyackFarmersMarket. See ad, page 5.

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ubystar Healing Arts offers a unique array of cutting edge opportunities to help you grow, expand and cultivate their inner and outer being. This unique healing center was founded by spiritual psychotherapist, healer and entrepreneurial innovator, Melissa Allen. Her vision and intention for Rubystar is to hold space for, anchor and increase light and love on the earth to help heal the world. “When you visit Rubystar, you will experience the embodiment of this energy designed to uplift you, expand your energy field, and create positive shifts in your being,” shares Allen. “Maximize your human potential by connecting more deeply with the Divine Flow each time you visit.” Rubystar offers spiritual consulting, psychic readings, vibrational energy healing, intuitive massage, yoga, healing retreats and face and body beauty services including facials and high radio frequency treatments, along with a variety of classes and events. Wellness products and gifts including crystals and essential oils are also available. Rubystar also serves as a private event space for your sacred gathering or soiree including baby and bridal showers, holiday affairs, birthday bashes, psychic gallery readings, yoga parties and more. “Regardless of which practitioner you spend time with, service you receive, or event you host or participate in, expect the high frequency healing energy of Rubystar to enhance your overall vitality, beauty, spirit and joy,” adds Allen. Hours: Friday and Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. and 25/7 by appointment. Location: 47 E. Market St., Rhinebeck. For more information, call 845-876-LOVE or visit RubystarHealingArts.com. See ad, page 15.

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hose seeking to make telecommuting, freelancing or other remote office arrangements in Rockland County are invited to check out CILK119. CILK119 was established in 2014 by Donna Miele and Ken Herndon. According to the pair, the mission of CILK119 is to provide a physical space for creative individuals from many different disciplines to work on their own projects and collaborate with others. CILK119 is also the home of Cuppa Pulp Writers' Space, founded by Miele in 2012. “Co-working plans provide members with regular hours to focus on projects in comfort and serenity at the center of Rockland County, near the Shops at Nanuet,” explains Miele. “Memberships include hot desks, meeting space in our classroom or cozy lounge, a makerspace with 3D printer, and ‘breakroom’ style kitchen amenities.” Recent workshops have offered the chance to write poetry with an NEA award-winner, make short movies, write memoir while getting expert foot reflexology, get websites up and running, and even build a robotic system for watering small gardens. Location: 119 Main St. in downtown Nanuet. For more information, call 671-8244 or visit cilk119.com. See ad, page 15.

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he Crystal Connection in Wurtsboro announces several exciting happenings at the store. “For starters, we’re so happy to be able to serve our crystal community near and far with the launch of our first catalog,” shares co-owner Travis Ogden. “You can order the catalog online or call the store and we'll ship out to you.” Also of note, during the month of December, there will be many sales throughout the store, including special sales on jewelry, large specimens & statues. Events include a monthly Drum Circle being held December 1 and a Reiki II Certification on December 3. “Crystal Connection is building a community of wellness and healing and we are currently renting office space for holistic, complementary and alternative practitioners interested in expanding and growing their practice in Wurtsboro,” says Ogden. Call Eileen for details at 631-742-3263. The Crystal Connection will close December 23 for the season and will host a grand re-opening in April. They also invite you to their new cafe next door, coming soon. This café will feature fresh pressed juices, coffees, pastries, a local farm-to-table limited menu, and healing remedies from throughout the world. “These tinctures and remedies will be hand-selected from established healers,” says Ogden. “Look for our workshops and seminars throughout the season, offered in the new café space." Location: 116 Sullivan St., Wurtsboro. For more information about products and upcoming events, call 888-2547 or visit CrystalConnectionCenter.com. To rent office space, contact Eileen at 631-742-3263. See ad, page 15.

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lex Hausner, founder of The Fitness Haus, started his business to give back to others who have health and wellness goals similar to his. “When I growing up, I was chubby and carried around some excess fat,” he explains. “My parents helped me out by hiring a personal trainer for me. Within six months, I lost 40 pounds and completely changed my lifestyle.” Hausner’s new lifestyle incorporated exercise, healthy eating and proper sleeping habits, among many other contributing factors. At The Fitness Haus, this lifestyle coach builds programs for his clients that include a workout regimen, nutrition guide and supplement recommendations. “I feel like I can provide simple instructions and guide you in the right direction. It would be ultimately up to you where your progress goes,” he says. “This is your journey and your life and I genuinely believe that one switch of the brain can help you get to where you want to go.” Hausner, also an assistant manager at a GNC, is enrolled in a nutrition coaching certification program called Precision Nutrition, which allows him to coach clients on proper diet and the fundamentals of nutrition. “Being an employee of GNC enables me to give appropriate product recommendations as well. Whether I’m at GNC discussing the benefits of certain supplements or at The Fitness Haus creating a holistic program for one of my clients, I love helping others reach their healthy lifestyle goals,” he adds. For more information, email alexhausner@thefitnesshaus.net. or call 845-596-8887. See Community Resource Guide listing, page 45.

yack-based astrologer Catherine Goshen has created an extraordinary range of essential oil blends inspired by the zodiac. The range draws on her knowledge of astrology, archetypes, plants and how scents positively enhance our mood. Each of the 12 oils comes in a travel-size bottle perfect for on-the-go and boasts a locally designed label. Each bottled is filled with therapeutic grade essential oils hand-blended in an organic base Catherine Goshen and made during auspicious planetary cycles. “They truly make unique gifts,” affirms Goshen. All of Goshen’s blends contain one of the following precious essential oils: Indian Sandalwood, Frankincense Sacra or Rose Damascena. “These oils anchor the scent and resonate with a very high frequency,” she explains. “Each blend also contains lavender, the mother of oils, for calming and balancing the wearer.” Added to these are individual essential oils which correspond to each sign. “Not only are the 12 zodiac sign blends an ideal alternative to chemical-based perfumes, but they can be applied often throughout the day to uplift the mood and protect the wearer from environmental stress.” Goshen adds, “You can wear any of the 12 signs as we contain all of them within each of us. Go with your olfactory preference and with the archetype that appeals to you. When buying gifts, begin with the receiver’s Sun, Moon or Rising sign.” Catherine Goshen is a professional astrologer located in Upper Nyack. Her practice focuses on helping clients through challenging times. Contact her at 917-543-2610 or visit GoshenAstrology.com. To purchase her zodiac oils visit HeavenScentNY.com. See ad, page 15.

Orange County Land Trust’s 2018 Calendars on Sale Now

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he Orange County Land Trust 2018 Calendar features the award winning photography of Sugar Loaf artist Nick Zungoli with twelve new images portraying the changing seasons in and around Orange County. The 2018 calendar also marks Orange County Land Trust’s 25th anniversary of land conservation and farmland protection. Orange County Land Trust is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting Orange County's diverse habitats, watershed lands, wildlife corridors and working farmland through conservation agreements with willing landowners. At $15, all proceeds support the mission of the Orange County Land Trust. Calendars are available for purchase online at OCLT.org and at the following locations: Exposures Gallery-Sugar Loaf, 19 Main Street-Chester, Outdoor Store-Chester, Mainframe Gallery-Middletown, Soons Orchard & Farm MarketNew Hampton, Ye Olde Warwick Book Shoppe-Warwick, Newhards-Warwick, Nature’s Pantry-New Windsor, Linda’s Office Supply-Goshen and Dottie Audrey’s Bakery Kitchen-Tuxedo. The sponsors of this year’s calendar include Pell Wealth Partners-Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., Satin Fine Foods, Valuation Consultants, Seely & Durland Insurance, Boyce Excavating, Rider, Weiner & Frankel P.C., Hill-N-Dale Abstracters, Jack F. Berkowitz & Co., and Royal Fireworks Press. To order a calendar or for more information on protecting your land, volunteer opportunities or to make a donation, visit OCLT.org or call 534-3690. natural awakenings

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lster County resident and philanthropist Connie Sportiello, RN, has spent her life educating herself and researching ways to promote health and healing naturally in mind and body. As a professional nurse in the workforce, Sportiello was offered lucrative opportunities to work for hospitals and pharmaceutical companies but chose a different path toward her life’s purpose. She now spends her time taking care of the sick and mentally ill population living in poverty in her Hudson Valley community. Connie Sportiello Sportiello’s unique approach faces an uphill battle promoting wellness holistically in a medical field that is saturated with pressures by the pharmaceutical industry. “Emphasis is placed on teaching people how to attain optimal immunity by reducing free radical exposure while encouraging whole nutrition high in antioxidants, natural anti-inflammatories and probiotics to promote wellness and prevent disease and auto-immunity,” she explains. As a Certified Life Coach, NLP practitioner, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Coach, Sportiello utilizes methods which practice calming techniques to help improve brain wiring that causes negative thought processes and self-destructive behavior. The focus of her life coaching includes uplifting and empowering people to tap into their strength, encouraging motivation, elevating consciousness, and helping people discover their purpose. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Connie Sportiello at hudsonvalleymakeadifference@gmail.com or visit TopHealthInteractive.com. See Community Resource Guide listing, page 46.

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ourselves. A place where we can witness ourselves wholly and presently, without judgements or expectations. To learn how to use our bodies more efficiently with less effort so we can do all the amazing things we want to do with our lives. “The more we're connected with and care for ourselves the easier it will be to connect with and care for others. We really believe that this kind of outlook is going to make the world a better place to be,” explains Lileas. NP Rock Yoga offers traditional hot yoga, Vinyasa and restorative yoga. They are open seven days a week. “We'd love to have you. Just show up, for yourself,” invites Lileas. Location: 215 Main St.. New Paltz. For more information or for schedule, contact 2560138 or visit NPRockYoga.com. See Community Resource Guide listing, page 46.

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DEAR DIARY COMFORTS THE ELDERLY A UK study of 19 elderly volunteers participating in a 12-week training program for providing companionship to dying patients showed that considering their own views about death and dying is an important component of serving in this role. Evaluation of the trainees’ diary entries focused on key themes such as reflections about dying alone, the importance of being present, self-awareness, personal loss, the meaning of life, self-preservation and coping strategies.

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New Tech May Relieve Elder Isolation

Approximately a third of those older than 65 and half of elders at least 85 live alone, as do many people with illnesses and mental disorders. All can suffer from feelings of profound loneliness. Emerging virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies provide avenues to alleviate such isolation, instilling contentment, peace of mind, enrichment, fun, a sense of companionship and contributing to physical and mental health. Instead of passively watching TV, seniors can travel virtually to World Heritage sites, revisit old haunts or even attend family events they would otherwise miss. In terms of benefits attained, VR is predicted to measurably improve seniors’ quality of life. Healthcare applications of AI and telemedicine include reminders to eat, be active or take medications, perhaps assisted by a robotic companion that can share information with practitioners, children, caregivers and emergency personnel. Social applications include helping to form and maintain social connections. It may also serve as a personal concierge by reminding seniors of appointments, playing games with them and initiating dialogue to spark outward engagement.

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Chimps, Zebrafish and Birds Communicate Like We Do Chimps, orangutans and bonobo apes are now known to be capable of understanding what others are thinking and recognize human thoughts, an ability once thought to be impossible. A team led by Christopher Krupenye, of Duke University, had apes take part in a visual experiment where they watched videos on a monitor while their gaze was being tracked. They discovered an anticipation of events that went beyond the visual cues presented. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has determined that zebrafish are social animals, similar to humans and other mammals— they form friendships, experience positive emotions and have individual personalities. The group advises people that eat fish or keep them as pets to consider the moral implications. Honey hunters in sub-Saharan Africa have a unique form of communication with honeyguide birds that fly ahead to point out beehives which the hunters raid, leaving wax for the birds to eat. A study in the journal Science reports that they listen for a specific call made by their human collaborators. Dr. Claire Spottiswoode, of the University of Cambridge, in England, and University of Cape Town, in South Africa, observes, “It seems to be a two-way conversation between our own species and a wild animal.” 16

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Tree Tally Digitalizing Data Helps Rainforest Census The Amazon rainforest is thought to harbor a greater diversity of trees than anywhere else on Earth, but the exact number has long been a mystery. In 2013, scientists estimated that the number of species was around 16,000, but no actual count had been done. In a new paper in Scientific Reports, researchers delved into museum collections from around the world to confirm the current number of tree species recorded in the Amazon and assess possibilities of those yet to be discovered. “Since 1900, between 50 and 200 new trees have been discovered in the Amazon every year,” notes Nigel Pitman, a Mellon senior conservation ecologist with the Field Museum. “Our analysis suggests that we won’t finish discovering new tree species there for three more centuries.” The study relied upon the digitization of museum collections data— photographs and digital records—of the specimens housed there and shared worldwide through aggregator sites like IDigBio.org. “It gives scientists a better sense of what’s actually growing in the Amazon Basin, aiding conservation efforts,” says Pitman.

Senior Sisterhood For 20 years, Maria Brenton, an outspoken proponent of older people living independently, has been campaigning and planning for the opening of a different kind of retirement home run by its residents, supporting each other through old age. She says, “Attitudes to older people in this country are out of date. Most members of the older population don’t wish to have everything done for them.” She attests that institutions and agencies dealing with older people encourage dependency and are patronizing and paternalistic. “Older people internalize it, and they learn to wait for people to do things for them,” advises Brenton. New Ground, in Barnet, North London, is the first UK cohousing development set up just for older women, with 26 women from age 50 to 87. Also in London, The Collective has created something similar with enhanced amenities such as a cinema room and a launderette with a disco ball. WeWork is an American company that has set up communal offices, and recently established WeLive, in New York City.

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Microplastic Mess Threatens World Oceans Scientists from the University of Hull and the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) have published research in the journal Science of the Total Environment showing levels of microplastics are five times higher in the Antarctic than previous estimates. Co-author Dr. Claire Waluda, a BAS biologist, says, “We have monitored the presence of large plastic items in Antarctica for more than 30 years. While we know that bigger pieces can be ingested by seabirds or cause entanglements in seals, the effects of microplastics on marine animals in the Southern Ocean are as yet unknown.” The tiny beads of plastic come from cosmetics or are shreddings from larger plastic items like clothing or bottles. According to United Nations sources, they may number as many as 51 trillion particles across the seafloor, throughout the oceans and on beaches worldwide. They are considered a serious threat to marine life in general. More international monitoring of the situation is needed, including a requirement for all polar research stations to provide waste treatment options. For more information, see Tinyurl.com/PlasticInAntarctica.

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communityspotlight the hips and lower back. “This encourages blood flow to your feet and strengthens balance and body awareness.” Kochergina knows that seniors who practice yoga and exercise regularly tend to be more at peace than seniors who lack an outlet for anxiety and frustration. “Yoga is great for mood regulation, as well as helping to lower high blood pressure. It also encourages a deeper, more restful night’s sleep,” she says.

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Tatyana Kochergina on the Benefits of Senior Yoga

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s a lifetime yogi Tatyana Kochergina understands that as we get older, our muscles tend to stiffen, our joints lose their range of motion and we become more susceptible to chronic problems such as osteoporosis, arthritis and heart disease. That’s why she designed a series of chair yoga classes making yoga accessible to everyone despite the any physical challenges they may face. “My mission

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is to help people find a balance that will work for them, at any age and any stage in their life,” she says. “Senior yoga can help slow down the effects of the aging process by maintaining muscle softness and flexibility, keeping the mind alert and awake, encouraging relaxation and strengthening muscles and joints,” says Kochergina. “It’s a multi-pronged approach that encourages the body, mind and spirit to remain healthy and strong while reducing the effects of many age-related issues.” According to Kochergina, her senior yoga class is designed to stretch and strengthen the upper and lower body all while sitting in a chair. “You can stretch most of the major muscles groups in a thorough and effective way in these classes; in fact, many new students are surprised by how much they can do,” she says. Using a strap, Kochergina shows students, step-by-step, how to stretch the back, front and sides of the legs, as well as

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“Chair Yoga with Tatyana is wonderful. My joints are not as stiff. My range of motion has increased. My posture is getting better. I appreciate the class Tatyana gives at our Senior Center. I feel more invigorated and focused after the class.” ~Hedy Fink from Sloatsburg She believes that yoga helps her senior students not only keep their bodies young and healthy, but it also helps them stay connected with the community while making new friends. “The social aspect of group exercise is critical,” she emphasizes. “Many of my students are living by themselves and it can get lonely. However, once a week they have an opportunity to express their love and feel they matter. We laugh a lot in class and you can’t put a price tag on that.” Each class is designed to be interesting and interactive and, at just $5 per class, affordable for everyone. “Keeping costs low is my way of giving back to the community, and all are welcome to join us,” says Kochergina. For more information, contact 3630010 or balancewithtk@gmail.com or visit BalanceWithTK.com.

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A YEAR OF INSPIRED LIVING Essays and Exercises for Self-Reflection

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gnore those who say life doesn’t come with a manual. Kelly McGrath Martinsen has exactly the guide you need to make life richer and more insightful with her new book, A Year of Inspired Living: Essays and Exercises for Self-Reflection. This is the handbook for anyone who wants to embrace a better life. Through entertaining anecdotes and guided journal pages, A Year of Inspired Living helps the reader create their very own personalized self-help book. Martinsen, who is the publisher of Natural Awakenings Long Island magazine, has designed exercises for each month that include room for reflections, lists to seize the most from life,

and culminate in writing your very own “publisher’s letter”, just as she does in her magazine. The letter provides space to reflect on that month’s personal inspiration. By digging deep and really talking about issues from the heart, Martinsen guides readers to contemplate their own feelings, hopes and dreams. The interactive book also includes a hashtag (#AYOIL) so that readers can share their insights and experiences, giving solitary readers the group support they need to make lasting change for their best year ever. Health Communications, Inc.; December 5, 2017. $12.95; 202 pages; ISBN: 978-0-7573-2009-5.

$'9(5725,$/ apps, devices and applications, user-friendly innovations are addressing America’s sleep deprivation problem. “Philip Stein lifestyle accessories such as the sleep bracelet are designed to contribute to a better quality of life. The unique technology inside each one channels beneficial natural frequencies in the environment into your body,” says Will Stein, co-founder and president of the Philip Stein Group. “The result is to help the individual feel centered, by Linda Sechrist balanced, grounded and more easily able to maintain a sense of well-being.” The company defines optimal well-being as rom computers, a state of harmony achieved through physical, emotional, cell phones, smart mental and spiritual alignment. TVs, DVR players Although natural-frequency technology was developed and programmable apearlier by a group of engineers and scientists exploring various pliances to a seemingly frequencies’ influence on water, the initial discovery has been endless list of other attributed to ancient sages in India that intuited them. For exelectronic gadgets, we ample, 7.83 Hz, the frequency of “om”, happens to be Mother are in constant contact Earth’s natural heartbeat rhythm, now known as the Schumann with unnatural electroResonance. Aligned with the brain’s alpha and theta states, this magnetic frequencies technology of resonating frequencies has been carefully tuned (EMFs) generated by technology. In today’s 24/7 society, and tested by Philip Stein researchers, technicians and sleep invisible EMFs are inescapable; they permeate our workexperts. Today, it is at the core of all Philip Stein products. ing and living spaces. What we may not know is how they Philip Stein’s tuning technology picks up and channels negatively impact our body’s natural sleep-wake cycle: sup- the beneficial natural frequencies that have always surpressing melatonin, the hormone that controls the natural rounded human beings. “We believe that all organisms have circadian rhythm, disturbing slumber and even affecting evolved or grown accustomed to these natural frequencies, weight gain, according to University of Tel Aviv research. and our systems are tuned to operate best with them, rather On the brighter side, some new technological products than with the increasing number of manmade frequencies we promise to restore balance to the body, including deeper and experience in the modern world,” explains Stein. more restful sleep. From the Philip Stein sleep bracelet, sleep number beds and portable sleep trackers to sleep-related ǡ Ǥ Ǥ

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Retire Sooner, Baby Boomer

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recent study in Forbes.com revealed that 26% of workers plan on working until the age of 70. Some may decide to stay in the workforce because they enjoy working, but what about those who have different ideas about how they want to spend their golden years? The good news is that for certain people, there may be a solution. New York Life conducted research that shows that Baby Boomers might be able to retire up to two years sooner than planned by including a deferred income annuity in their retirement portfolios. Typically, deferred income annuities are positioned as products that can be included in retirement portfolios to guarantee lifetime income in the future and help mitigate the

risk of outliving retirement savings. Considering that only 24% of Baby Boomers are confident that they will have enough savings to last for retirement, according to the article 10 Statistics That Prove Baby Boomers Are in Big Trouble When It Comes to Retirement in Fool.com, those are certainly important benefits. However, an additional benefit could be an earlier retirement start date. Analysis shows that in certain scenarios, purchasing a deferred income annuity in pre-retirement years allows individuals to retire up to two years earlier without incurring additional risk – as measured by the probability of running out of money during the retiree’s projected retirement. (To determine the planning horizon for males age 55 and 58 a life expectancy of 94

years was used, which is the 75% percentile of life expectancy according to the Society of Actuaries Annuity 2012 tables.) That means two more years to spend traveling, visiting with grandchildren and enjoying life without work. If you’re ready to get a head start on your retirement, it may be time to take a look at your retirement portfolio to understand what changes you can make to get there sooner. Speak with your financial professional to help ensure that you’re headed towards a secure and satisfying retirement. This educational third-party article is being provided as a courtesy by Sara K. Hall, agent CA Ins Lic #OL43381 New York Life Insurance Company. For additional information on the information or topic discussed, contact Sara K. Hall, located at 460 Temple Hill Rd., New Windsor. She can be reached at 563-9308. Neither New York Life, nor its agents, provides tax, legal, or accounting advice. Please consult with your professional advisor for tax, legal or accounting advice. Deferred Income Annuity products are issued by New York Life Insurance and Annuity Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company, 51 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010. All guarantees are dependent on the claims-paying ability of New York Life Insurance and Annuity Corporation (NYLIAC).

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care. Attendance at this year’s National Home Funeral Alliance Conference (NHFA) increased significantly over previous conferences. It included educational sessions covering body care basics, building bridges with hospices and hospitals and working with funeral directors. Various documentary film presentations examined the home funeral experience and how a more natural, family-led funeral helped families with the healing process. Kerry Potter is the founder of Dying to Bloom, a natural burial boutique specializing in green burial products. The store is located at 48 Burd St., Ste. 101 in Nyack. For more information, contact Dyingtobloom@gmail.com or 535-1567 or visit DyingToBloom.com.

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PEACE ON EARTH Conflict Resolutions that Work to Bridge Divides by Linda Sechrist

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Call to Action Roughly 30 years ago, notable voices began urging Americans to embrace a sustainable worldview of unity in diversity, recognizing our core oneness as a solution to an increasingly out-of-balance society. Success in this endeavor depends primarily on the “habits of the heart� of our citizens, developed in local milieus of families, neighborhoods, classrooms, congregations, voluntary associations, workplaces and public places where strangers gather.

Activating Answers While mainstream media often largely focuses on the negative aspects of conflict—discord, divisiveness, intolerance, violence, incivility, injustice, chaos and complex problems—a counter-movement is convening constructive conver-

sations. Participants are initiating dialogue and deliberations intended to resolve conflicts and create cohesiveness, collaboration, cooperation and compromise among local factions that disagree on how to deal with everything from health care and social justice to environmental protection and climate science. Educational training materials and books are giving outdated models of conflict resolution a facelift. In The Revolution Where You Live: Stories from a 12,000 Mile Journey Through a New America, Sarah Van Gelder devotes a chapter to a Greensboro, North Carolina, battle over a story about a deadly, racially charged incident from the city’s recent past. She quotes James Lamar Gibson, a 20-something African-American activist

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Provocative Questions “What if we considered conflict as a secret ally or a guidepost, showing us what really matters to us and how much we care? What if our intense emotions are sources of invincible energy, with the power to build the world we want, together? What does having conflict in a healthy and transformative way look like?� queries Ma’ikwe Ludwig, executive director of Commonomics USA, an organization which educates and advocates for a world where a commons-based economy creates economic and ecological security for all. “Conflict has the power to bring to the surface what’s really at stake and to unite people toward a common goal,� advises Ludwig. Her thought-provoking questions can help shift perceptions toward the idea that we need to use conflict; maybe even welcome it. Ludwig, author of Together Resilient: Building Community in the Age of Climate Disruption, recently helped present new perspectives on conflict resolution during a webinar for Transition US members interested in creating inclusive and diverse communities through collaboration. The nonprofit inspires, encourages, supports and provides networking and training for grassroots initiatives seeking to build community resilience in the face of such challenges as oil spills, climate change and economic crises. Courtney Breese, managing director for the nonprofit National Coalition for Dialogue & Deliberation (NCDD) and her colleagues, together with thousands of innovative thinkers, are helping by introducing people to simple dialogue and deliberation structures, processes and resources that invite meaningful and productive conversations leading to constructive civic engagement. Breese remarks, “We’re open to working with anyone interested in learning processes that can help bridge divides. We also like sharing stories about what is working.�

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Community Needs Erase Enmity Drawing on 25 years of experience of enabling sworn enemies to create peace in places such as South Africa, Northern Ireland and Colombia, Adam Kahane, author of Collaborating with the Enemy: How to Work with People You Don’t Agree with or Like or Trust, shares insights into the “enemyfying syndrome� that instigates conflict. This habit of thinking and acting as if people we are dealing with are our enemies and the cause of our problems is all around us and dominates the media. “The enemies are always the others, ‘those people’. Enemyfying, which feels exciting and satisfying—

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with conservative individuals, Wagner, founder of the nonprofit Reach the Right, was inspired to use his knowledge of five arenas—neurology/cognitive psychology, personality, bias, social conformity and morality—to help progressives understand conservatives that are not only their political leaders, but also their relatives, partners, friends and managers. He offers a simple explanation for anyone drenched in inaccurate biases. “We inherit unconscious genetic personality characteristics that lead us to develop our ideology, with which we construct our world and align with others that are in agreement. Differences in our personality characteristics are the culprits that create conflict.�

A community is a group that can fight gracefully‌ Chaos is not just a state; it is an essential process of community development. ~Dr. M. Scott Peck, The Different Drum: Community Making and Peace even righteous and heroic—usually obscures, rather than clarifies, the reality of the challenges we face. It amplifies conflicts, narrows the space for problem solving and creativity, and distracts us with unrealizable dreams of decisive victory from the real work we need to do,â€? observes Kahane. Kahane sees the challenge of conflict becoming more acute. “People today are generally more free, individualistic and diverse, with stronger voices and less deference. Volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity are growing.â€? Yet, contrary to the common view, it is possible for people that hold contradictory positions to find ways to collaborate. That’s what he and 40 others representing military officers, guerrillas and paramilitaries; activists and politicians; businesspeople and trade unionists; landowners and farmers; and academics, journalists and young people, accomplished in the Destino Colombia project. They organized to contribute to ending their country’s 52-year civil war.

Jonathan Bender, founder of The Performance of Your Life, a public speaking and personal development business, has been on a lifelong quest of fostering personal growth and societal transformation. His therapeutic classes and workshops demonstrate how to connect, honor and deeply resonate with others, even if they have different worldviews, and how to listen and hear in the same way we want to be heard. Acknowledging the adrenalin rush that’s a common response to fear of conflict, Bender says, “When we learn to be mindful and speak from our entire body, rather than just from our head, we notice that the voice resonates and originates from a much bigger place. This teaches us to cultivate greater awareness of our emotions and how we express them. “Begin by acknowledging an emotion, and then reduce its intensity through slow, deep breaths, paying attention to the correlating physical sensation. Shifting our focus back to the heart allows us to recognize parts of ourselves in the stories of others and come to understand that our personal history is

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the filter through which we ‘enemyfy’,” says Bender, who speaks and presents publicly, educating audiences and clients about the universally challenging performances of everyday life. According to Robert Atkinson, Ph.D., author of The Story of Our Time: From Duality to Interconnectedness to Oneness, today’s rugged individualism amid conflicts comprises a crisis of consciousness. “No longer can we settle only on seeing things in opposition to one another; we need to shift our consciousness to be able to see the parts coming together in a new whole. Accepting the oneness of humanity as a biological fact, a social necessity and a spiritual reality will lead us further along our journey toward lasting world peace.” His observation fits with what Joanna Macy, author and scholar of Buddhism and deep ecology, believes is the call of our time: “As planetary citizens, we are being called to wake up together.” Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings who blogs at LindaSechrist.com.

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Telling Triumphs Paralympic snowboard cross racer gold medalist, world champion and International Ski Federation para Nordic World Cup gold medalist Evan Strong, of Nevada City, California, was raised on an organic farm in Hawaii and continues to adopt many holistic practices. “I have a superfood smoothie every day. Liquid food helps me feel lighter and I have more usable energy for training,� says Strong. His regimen also includes organic produce, sprouted grains, occasional raw goat milk products, homeopathic formulas and wildcrafted medicinal herbs.

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Strong credits achieving his personal best to a healthy lifestyle and recovery from an automobile accident that led to amputation of his lower left leg as a teen. “After the accident, my family and I opened a raw vegetarian restaurant. We produced as many cultured foods as possible—sauerkraut, kombucha and kefir. Improving my gut health gave me the biggest strides in healing. Yoga and meditation also contributed. It all saved me.� Six-time Ironman triathlete, U.S. Senior Olympic gold medalist and marathoner Ruth Heidrich, Ph.D., of Honolulu, attributes surviving stage IV breast cancer primarily to her low-fat vegan diet. Already an avid runner and nutritionally conscious, Heidrich was shocked to hear the diagnosis. “I was 47 years old when I was told the results of the biopsy. I thought I was going to die because of the symptoms I was experiencing,� recalls the 82-year-old, who not only beat multiple malignancies without chemotherapy or radiation, but was the first cancer patient to complete an Ironman Triathlon. This “Ironlady’s� holistic approach in-

If I roast a chicken, I will use every part, including the bones, to make a stock,� she says. Her holistic approach includes a consistent yoga regimen, meditation and application of essential oils.

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Even under the best of circumstances, professional athletes encounter difficulties, but when faced with enormous obstacles, the best can get even better. “I’ve faced injuries and illness during pivotal times in my life and career, but I always approached it with the intention to be proactive, rather than being reactive,� advises Coughlin.

For Strong, confronting tragedy with the right attitude offers possibility. “Thirteen years ago, I was hit by a car and lost my leg, but now I see that moment as a blessing instead of a curse. It was a hardship that tested my limits, but in the end, it propelled me to achieving dreams I didn’t even know I had.� Nearly four decades after her grim diagnosis, Heidrich embodies hope for all of us when she says, “It is never too late to adopt a better way.� Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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And it’s never enough. The very concept of relying on outside sources to fuel inner confidence becomes dangerous because then any perceived criticism or rejection becomes one hundred times more harmful. And then they start to feel like they’re falling apart.

You CAN quiet your inner critic. One of the first tasks to quiet the inner critic is learning how to recognize selfjudgments as a story you’ve been telling yourself that’s untrue and unhelpful. Once you can challenge these judgements you can rewrite the story in a more accurate and empowered way to create confidence and improve self-esteem. For some, engaging in this process with a therapist and letting someone see behind the mask, can be integral to the healing process.

How can you begin to shift judgments to improve self-esteem? Notice self-judgments. Gently point out to yourself that statement like ‘I’m a failure’ or ‘I’m an imposter’ is a judgment and not a fact. Perhaps ask yourself: ‘Is that true or is it a judgment?’ 28

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Just notice it and let it go. Don’t judge yourself for judging – this is a natural thing and you are learning how to change it. Encourage yourself to track judgments. Use a ’judgment jar’ and move a marble into the jar anytime you notice yourself using a judgment. Invite yourself and perhaps even your loved ones to count or track judgments to recognize how much they are coming up for you during the day. The very act of noticing is promoting mindfulness and will automatically help you shift from judgment to awareness and compassion. Restate your judgments in a factual way. When you evaluate people, emotions or things as good or bad, restate them as facts when you repeat them back to yourself. For example, if you say ‘She looked so ridiculous at work today’, you might rephrase this as ‘She has a different style than I do’. Describe what you see without placing opinions or emotions in the observations. Learning to take a look at ourselves and tune into our inner critic and how to be non-judgmental can be hard. And it takes time to learn how to be selfcompassionate. Start practicing today to build up your non-judgmental and self-compassionate muscles because they are so worth it. Sally Nazari, PsyD is a licensed psychologist, Usui Reiki Master Teacher and Jikiden Reiki practitioner providing individual, group, couples and family therapy and mindfulness groups in Nyack. Her interactive and solution-focused approach highlights compassionate understanding to help people work through personal life issues. For additional information on the services she offers or to schedule an appointment, call 2365612 or visit DrSallyNazari.com.

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he fall days are turning cooler and with our clocks falling backward, the days are getting shorter. If you're a homeowner, you probably already have started making preparations for winter. But what about for our bodies? How are they affected by the changing of the seasons? How do we prepare ourselves for winter? The first step is understanding that our muscles do not like to be cold. Have you ever tried to drive your car on a cold winter's morning without warming it up first? It does not make for a smooth ride at all. The same is true for muscles. Muscles operate best when there is a steady stream of blood flowing through the tissues. On colder days, our body will naturally try to preserve what heat it generates and focus that heat on our core. It doesn't really worry about the extremities because only the trunk of our body holds the major organs.

Stay Warm When the body feels external cold, it starts to go into a survival mode, rather than worrying if all our muscles are getting adequate blood flow. This can result in aching, cramping and potential muscle spasms. One of the easiest ways to prepare our bodies for winter is to layer our clothing. Especially around the head and neck. By adding a scarf, or making sure jackets are zipped up tight, the potential for heat loss is lessened. Why might these muscles in the upper back, shoulders and neck be more sensitive to cold? It may not be a matter of sensitivity but perhaps one

of overuse. The vast majority of people carry stress in this area. These muscles already are overworked because they constantly are in a state of contraction, whether someone realizes they are contracting them or not. During the cold weather, if those areas are exposed, the blood flow is lessened but the chronic contraction remains, resulting in a higher probability of cramping and muscles spasms.

Massage Helps the Muscles Massage is a wonderful way to increase the blood flow to our muscle structures. Regular massage can help the muscles not only enjoy increased blood flow but reduce the chronic contracting that may be occurring in certain areas that are more prone to stress. And what is a better way to reduce stress during the holiday season or while having to deal with shoveling snow? Regular massage can help increase range of motion (to make shoveling snow easier), increase relaxation (to help maintain a peaceful feeling while attending large family gatherings) and promote better sleep habits (something we can all benefit from). So remember to wear that scarf when it's cold out and book your next massage soon. While you're at it, pick up a few gift cards this season for those you love. Jen Servidio is a licensed massage therapist and the owner of Feel Better Bodyworks, located at 217 Rt. 303 in Valley Cottage. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact 7219643 or visit FeelBetterBodyworks.com.

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complex. The large-scale intention experiments involved upwards of 25,000 participants remotely logging onto a website to view photos of the targets, sometimes 8,000 miles away, and sending them a well-defined intention, like changing the pH balance of water or healing a war veteran of post-traumatic stress disorder. To date, 26 of those 30 experiments resulted in positive, measurable, mainly scientifically significant effects. We’ve seen the pH of water change by a full pH number and seen seeds grow twice as much as control seeds. We also conducted three peace intention experiments with interesting results: After our eight-day intention for Sri Lanka during its civil war, violence levels fell; the government had won several decisive battles that week; and within a few months that 25-year war was over. We can’t say with certainty that we had a hand in this, but our other peace experiments showed similar results. If it happens a few more times, that becomes compelling.

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Can you summarize the results of your experiments of healing through collective intentions? We’ve done hundreds of experiments using small and large groups; 30 were

What conditions were the most conducive to manifesting positive results? Was it intention, the power of the group or altruism? I think it’s a little of all of these. We’ve found that larger groups do not have a larger effect, which brought about the “power of eight� concept. I’ve discovered all that’s needed is a group, whether it’s eight or 8,000. In a group, we seem to lose our sense of individuality and separation from the world. We experience an overwhelming sense of oneness with the other intenders, which may be why our influence then becomes more powerful.

tightly controlled scientific studies conducted in conjunction with researchers at institutions such as the University of Arizona, University of California and Penn State University. The experiments have involved all kinds of intentions, ranging from the relatively simple to the impossibly

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I was most surprised by the rebound effects reported by participants, whom I started surveying after the Sri Lankan peace experiment. Thousands of extraordinary comments related not only how participants felt during the activity, but also afterwards; they were experiencing major shifts in their relationships, health, careers and well-being. All they had done was sit individually in front of their computer holding an intention, yet they experienced the altered and mystical states of consciousness described by psychologist Abraham Maslow as “peak experiences�. Life University, a large chiropractic university in Atlanta, worked with us to study the brainwaves of participants in six “power of eight� groups and found that senders had decreased activity in their frontal and parietal lobes, which govern the sense of self. It was like the boundaries between participants were dissolving into a state of oneness. To me, this partly explained the sense of oneness, compassion and love they experienced. Andrew Newberg, director of research at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health, in Philadelphia, recorded similar effects in Sufi masters, and nuns and monks engaged in prayer and meditation, but only after years of learning certain techniques. My participants, all novices, were primed only by watching a 13-minute YouTube video of me explaining how to send intention in a group. Group intention appears to be a fast-track to the miraculous—no experience necessary.

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Why does “groupthink� have such a powerful, multiplicative effect? I think a huge part of it has to do with the power of getting off of yourself and setting an intention for someone else. Another is the connection created in a group. When we engage together in an activity like praying or setting altruistic intentions, we create a powerful virtual circle that proves healing to both the receivers and senders. Connect with April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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inter citrus fruits that arrive in a gift basket or show up on sale at the grocer present a welcome bright spot on winter’s darker days. Valencia and blood oranges, limes and Meyer lemons are delicious in their own right, and deserve their place on the breakfast table. Yet there are many other intriguing ways to enjoy them in vinaigrettes, salads, main dishes, baked goods and desserts. Winter citrus is full of health benefits, just when we need them most: during the busy holiday season. To start, they help bolster our immune system, guarding against colds or helping us recover faster. Their high vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, content is water soluble. According to a comprehensive study by the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University, a daily intake of 400 milligrams of vitamin C can halve the incidence of colds in adults and cut their duration by 14 percent. The flavonoid hesperidin in citrus helps boost “good� HDL cholesterol and lowers “bad� LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, report researchers in the Journal of Nutrition. In a new study in Nutritional

Neuroscience, hesperidin in citrus also was found to ameliorate brain deterioration found in Alzheimer’s patients. Other studies further show that the grapefruit diet wasn’t wrong; eating half a fresh grapefruit before each meal can help us lose weight. In a study conducted at the Scripps Clinic, in La Jolla, California, and published

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in the Journal of Medicinal Food, researchers put overweight volunteers on an exercise plan for 12 weeks and asked them to eat either half a fresh grapefruit or drink apple juice and pop a placebo pill before each meal. The grapefruit group dropped an average of three-and-a-half pounds, compared to only one-half pound for the apple group. Limonoids, an antioxidant found in most citrus, may help guard against stomach, lung, breast and skin cancer, according to the U.S. Agricultural Research Service. Animal and human cell studies found that limonoids—especially those in fresh oranges—harbor potential as anticancer compounds. Another study in Nutritional Neuroscience showed that the volatile compound limonene, found in the rind of a lemon, can enhance memory. As nights grow colder and longer, winter citrus “adds a little sunshine to every meal,� says Jamie Schler, author of the recently released cookbook Orange Appeal: Savory & Sweet. Schler grew up in Florida, surrounded by citrus groves between the Atlantic Coast and Indian River. “Winters meant Dad’s workbench in the garage groaning under the weight of brown paper grocery bags filled to bursting with navels, tangerines, grapefruits, Valencias and tangelos,� writes Schler. “I fondly recall trips in the old green station wagon to the groves on chilly weekend mornings where we could pick them ourselves.� Today, Schler and her husband own and operate the boutique Hotel Diderot, in Chinon, France, where life’s a feast—especially during citrus season. Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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8 to 10 mint leaves, chopped or torn, for garnish Peel the oranges and cut away all of the white pith and outer membrane.

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Slice each orange across the core into Âź-inch slices, six per orange, reserving any juice that runs off. Push out and discard any spongy white core. Fan the slices in concentric circles, slightly overlapping the fruit, on a large round serving platter. Drizzle the orange blossom water and any reserved runoff juice over the fruit. Using a fine sieve, lightly and evenly dust with cinnamon and a generous drizzle of honey.

Moroccan Spiced Orange Slices with Orange Blossom Water Orange blossom or orange flower water is available at better grocery stores, kitchen shops, Middle Eastern markets or online. Yields: 4 to 5 servings 5 medium to large navel or large blood oranges 3 Tbsp orange blossom water 1 tsp ground cinnamon 2 Tbsp honey or date sugar ½ pomegranate, seeded 1½ to 2 Tbsp coarsely chopped unsalted pistachios

Chill the oranges for at least 1 hour or longer in the refrigerator before serving. When ready to serve, sprinkle the pomegranate seeds, pistachios and mint leaves evenly over the top.

Meyer Lemon Chia Seed Bowl with Tangerines Yields: 2 servings for breakfast, or as a snack or dessert Ÿ heaping cup chia seeds 1½ cups dairy or non-dairy milk 2 Tbsp maple syrup, or to taste 1 Tbsp Meyer lemon juice (or other citrus juice) Pinch of sea salt

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Adapted lemon recipe is from Red, White, and ’Que: Farm Fresh Foods for the American Grill by Karen Adler and Judith Fertig, permission of Running Press. Adapted orange recipe is from Orange Appeal, by Jamie Schler, permission of Gibbs Smith.

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PETS ❤ MUSIC Each Species Grooves to Its Own Beat

“Rescued rabbits like long tones, common in music accompanying yoga or reiki,” Morgan relates. “Long tones hold a chord with layers of notes on top.”

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ust as dogs’ and cats’ noses are more efficient than ours, they also have better hearing, reacting to a broader and higher range of frequencies and vibrations. “We sense our world from where our ears are. Our plane is generally five to six feet high; animals closer to the ground hear things differently,” says Janet Marlow, founder and CEO of Pet Acoustics, in Washington Depot, Connecticut. The internationally renowned musician, composer and sound

behaviorist has invented species-specific music based on her 30 years of research. Humans hear up to 23,000 Hertz (Hz), which differs substantially from that of many other creatures (lsu.edu/ deafness/HearingRange.html). A Hertz is a standard unit of frequency set at one cycle per second.

Horses Hear Up to 33,500 Hz Marlow found that horses prefer rhythmic pieces matching their natural movements. “When a Tennessee walking horse breeder played music during a birth, the foal and mother recovered faster than usual.” After that, “The horses ran to the barn upon hearing the same music.” Sally Morgan, a physical therapist and advanced certified Tellington TTouch practitioner in Northampton, Massachusetts, who has enjoyed freestyle performance riding, says, “I liked to play our songs in the barn. Five CD players can keep horses relaxed most of the day. They don’t like countrywestern music; it’s often sad and in the wrong cadence. Classical music like Bach is calming. When I played Pachelbel’s Canon in D on my flute, my Morgan gelding, Ten Penny Moonshine, listened for hours.”

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“People hear in stereo, animals in mono,” says Marlow. It’s why dogs tilt their heads left to right—to allow more sound waves into their ears—collecting information from various angles. Sound frequency and intensity keeps an animal alive in nature; they learn to flee in another direction, not analyze. Separation anxiety is often due to a sound the dog doesn’t recognize, Marlow explains. Sound triggers behavior, whether good or bad, as dogs relax or are stressed. Music releases tension from their being ever-vigilant as seen in their posture. To understand what a dog hears, sit or crawl on the floor. Electronic speakers are usually positioned at heights conducive for our ears, not theirs. “For the holidays, my dogs and horses like We Three Kings, The Holly and the Ivy and especially Greensleeves for their baroque roots and repeating patterns,” notes Morgan.

Cats Hear Up to 64,000 Hz Marlow credits her cat, Osborn, with inspiring her interest in music for animals. When Osborn was injured, she visited the veterinary hospital and sang to him to keep him calm. Her home state’s Litchfield Veterinary Hospital became her initial testing ground for species-specific music. “We use Pet Acoustics music boxes in the cat ward, recovery rooms and exam rooms,” says Heather Florkowski, a certified technician at the facility. “In our experience, stress inhibits the healing process. Like people, animals are anxious when ill and visiting the doctor’s office. Music helps ease their stress. At home, when I move the music box to another room, my dog follows it.”

Aquarium Fish Hear Up to 3,000 Hz “Fish are frantic animals that must always anticipate their next meal,� says Sam Williamson, a former marine biologist in Edinburgh, Scotland. “When I started playing classical music at feeding time, I noticed my three betas became calmer. A piece by Benjamin Britten, started two minutes before feeding, led to them expect food only when the music played.�

Domesticated Birds Hear Up to 8,500 Hz In the wild, birds are part of a flock. At home, they’re often solitary. “Birds are the most musical and communicative of all animals,� remarks Marlow. “Without companionship, birds can get neurotic and pull their feathers out. Provide a sense of the outdoors by including nature sounds in played music.� “Animals need us to be aware of their hearing,� Marlow advises. “Holistic pet people have addressed improved diet and medical procedures. Understanding how music supports their well-being also enables us to better care for them.� Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

Erase E-Waste Regift or Recycle Smart Phones When replacing purchases of smartphones and other electronic devices, don’t just trash the old ones. Manufacturing electronics consumes many resources and discarded waste can leak harmful chemicals into ecosystems. There are far better ways to redirect and repurpose them. Besides trading in phones for a rebate, another good option is transferring them to an official recycling program that makes sure all components are dealt with properly. Some states offer special provisions. Check the E-Cycling Central website at eiae.org. Major phone makers and carriers offer recycling programs, and some retailers accept select electronic devices. Best of all, give a device a new life by gifting it. RecyclingForCharities.com accepts obsolete personal electronic devices by mail; the donor selects a charity to receive the proceeds. ShelterAlliance.net, CellPhonesForSoldiers.com and Phones4Charity.org are kindred organizations. AmericanCellPhoneDrive.org lets users find nearby charity recycling initiatives via zip code. It provides scholarships for U.S. children that have lost a parent through warfare or terrorism, feeds malnourished children in Asia, builds lowincome housing and donates prepaid calling cards to military personnel. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, other unwanted electronic devices can be recycled so that incorporated copper, steel and glass can be recovered and reused. Other materials like lead (in circuit board solder, glass cathode ray tubes of many TVs and computer screens, and batteries) and mercury (in fluorescent backlights of many flat-panel screen displays) can be captured and recycled, instead of polluting the environment. Small appliances like toasters, coffee makers and clothing irons aren’t considered e-waste and generally aren’t recyclable because they are made of a mix of plastic and metal. Using them for many years helps.

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Preserve Food “There are tradeoffs between convenience and environmental impact,” says Kathleen Hanover, executive creative director at Imagine That Creative Marketing Services, in Dayton, Ohio. “I’d love to freeze all of our family’s produce, but after two power outages, I can veggies, too. Steam canners for jams, jellies, tomatoes and high-acid foods use three inches of water and 10 minutes of energy.” Shel Horowitz, a consultant for Green and Profitable and co-author of Guerrilla Marketing to Heal the World, joined a food co-op in the 1970s. Today, it has 9,000 members. “I dehydrate 36

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veggies for soup, pasta, stir-fry dishes or as tomato or zucchini chips,” he says. “Onions, shallots, garlic, leeks, celery, kale, hot peppers, tomatillos and fruit were successful; eggplant, cucumbers and rhubarb were not.”

Use It All The Traditional Line menu devised by executive chef Mark Russell, of Great Performances, a sustainability-oriented high-end catering and food service company in New York City, remarks, “Food trends have changed,” noting preserving, freezing, pickling and canning remain sound. He salutes thrifty Depression-era practices. “My grandparents picked dandelion greens to fry in bacon fat,” he says. “A salad with olive oil and fresh tomato is healthier.” Fermented grape leaves can be rolled up into dolmas filled with local grains and feta cheese instead of meat. He also blanches and freezes cauliflower leaves, warmed in butter to serve; he’s then used the whole vegetable.

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Containers ease gardening, especially for tomatoes. Hanover repurposes plastic cat litter buckets. “They’re sturdy and hold up in cold weather,” she says. “Alpaca poop fertilizer supplied by a neighbor doesn’t smell and plants thrive.” Ocala, Florida, reiki master and teacher Debi Goldben employs nature’s te bounty at home. “Downspouts collect b rainwater for the garden, and it’s much ra better than chemically treated city b water,” she says. Some municipalities, w including in Colorado, regulate rainin water collection, mandating the size w aand number of barrels per property “for outdoor use only”. o

SSew Up Repairs Anca Gooje, owner of Chid Kala, a natural ingredient lotion maker in Scarborough, Maine, uses colorful patches to repair tears and update the look of her two children’s clothing. She also recompressed their sofa’s inner springs to their original shape by encasing them in fabric. “It was timeconsuming, but only cost a few dollars for fabric,” she relates. “Updating avoided creating more landfill. For a fresh look, I made a new cover.”

Multipurpose a Cook Pot “My mother believed pressure cookers would explode, so I bought an Instant Pot and changed the way I cook,” says Sue Ann Jaffarian, a Los Angeles paralegal and mystery writer. “I have a demanding day job and writing deadlines. I toss in healthy ingredients and have a simple homemade meal, often vegan, in a minute. Soup, stew, risotto, pasta, chili, pudding, brown rice and oatmeal work well. It doesn’t heat up the kitchen, either.”

The Instant Pot works like a crock pot, pressure cooker, steamer, sauté pan, warming pot, rice cooker and yogurt maker, replacing seven appliances.

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“My Hadley, Massachusetts, farmhouse, built in 1743, might be the oldest solar home in the country,” muses Horowitz. “Our farmer neighbors have a methane digester to turn cow poop and restaurant waste into electricity and heat. We’ll hook up to it to replace heating oil.”

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INSPIRED LIVING Five Ways to Make the New Year Sparkle by Kelly Martinsen

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nspiration may strike anywhere, at any time. The trick is nurturing the process to appear on demand when we need it most. Often, an inspiration is sparked when we perceive someone being selfless, courageous, physically extraordinary or deliciously creative. However, we don’t need to wait for outside stimulus when we can discover internal stirrings by invoking any of these self-inspiring tips. Just Do It – The Nike slogan has never been more appropriate. We all have something we’ve thought about doing or trying. Whether traveling to a new location, trying a different sport, joining a new-to-us group or club, or making more friends, don’t put it off— just do it.

“Retro-style repurposing is smart, fun and easy,” says upstate New York lifestyle writer and cookbook author Cynthia O’Connor O’Hara. “I glued together assorted cups, saucers and plates with glass-specific glue to create tiered servers that double as a centerpiece. Check your house to find dishware that will look nice together.” It’s satisfying to combine experiences with updated technology, save time and support a healthier planet, both during the holidays and year-round.

Journal – People often journal as a way to reflect upon their lives. This can be helpfully revealing, but rather than looking back, look forward, using a journal as a blueprint to manifest the most inspired year yet. Write out plans and dreams with the steps needed to achieve them.

Defeat allodoxaphobia – It’s the fear of others’ negative opinions. Everyone suffers from this to some extent, and it can hinder us from living our best life. Former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt remarked, “You wouldn’t worry so much about what others think of you if you realized how seldom they do.”

Gratitude – This is the big one. One way to be and stay inspired is by starting off each day in a state of gratitude. Every morning before getting out of bed, think of at least three things to be grateful for. By doing this, we recognize the blessings we have and greet the day in a positive frame of mind. It’s a perfect way to end each day, too. When someone routinely inquires, “How are you?” answer, “I am grateful.” Our time on Earth is not infinite. With only so many days promised, let’s vow to live them inspired.

Volunteer – A common excuse for not volunteering is, “I don’t have the time.” Next year, make the time. When researchers at the London School of

Kelly Martinsen is publisher of Natural Awakenings Long Island and author of the new book A Year of Inspired Living (Publisher@AwakeLI.com).

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How do parents know if they’re on the right track?

AWAKE PARENTING Raising Connected, Confident Kids

To be awakened or conscious means to realize that we carry emotional baggage and conditioning from childhood that affects our relationship with our children. Our old ways of thinking and being from our own childhood shape the manner in which we react and interact today. Awakened parents are constantly evolving into their truest and most authentic selves. When parents undertake a daily practice of mindfulness and awareness, they begin to extricate themselves from blind reactivity to see how every problem with their children is a call to their own awakening. Parents will know they are on the right track because they will connect more with their children, empowering them to think and live autonomously—separate from a parent’s fantasies and expectations.

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How do children benefit from conscious or awakened parenting? Conscious parenting mandates that we place the task of connecting with our children front and center, especially before correcting them. Admonishing and punishing them becomes secondary to the main imperative of conscious connection. It’s crucial we realize we aren’t raising a “mini-me”, but a spirit throbbing with its own signature. Thus, it’s vital to separate in our mind who we are from who each child is. Children aren’t ours to possess or own in any way. When we know this in the depths of our soul, we tailor their raising to their needs, rather than molding them to fit our needs. Children raised in this way grow up to be fearless and infinitely resilient, knowing that their purpose in life is to live in their most authentic and true way. Conflicts decrease and conscious, connected communication increases.

What can parents do when they fall back into old patterns, shaming children or doing other things that create distance? When this happens, parents need to sit with themselves and look deeply

within, asking: “What is it about me that feels the need to deride, scorn and shame my children?” In such introspection, they might discover triggers from old wounds that have nothing to do with a child’s behavior. When they can see the internal link, they can begin to make the transformations they need. As a parent, I have learned that my role is to step aside, stay in infinite possibility, heal my own wounds, fill my own bucket and let my child fly.

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Prepare Your Child for the School Year – Call for time and date. Learn the causes of- and treatments for - many educational & neurological conditions: ADHD, dyslexia, eye tracking, headaches, learning disabilities, processing disorders and more. Learn current neurobiological research and many exciting treatment options. For parents and professionals (CE certiďŹ cates). 12 N. Airmont Rd, #5, Suffern. To RSVP or for more information, contact 369-3235 or VisionAndLearning@gmail.com.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 Introductory Session for Prospective Parents – 9-11am. Join us to learn more about Waldorf Education. The morning includes a short video, a campus tour, and a Q&A with our administrator and several faculty members. Free. Please register. Green Meadow Waldorf School, Kindergarten Building, 307 Hungry Hollow Rd, Chestnut Ridge. Melissa Mcdonagh, 356-2514 x302 or mmcdonagh@gmws.org. GMWS.org.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 Crystal Basics with Lisa LaCava – 10:30amnoon. Are you drawn to crystals and would like to learn more about them in a relaxed and fun way? Come explore crystal basics with Lisa as she shares her love and knowledge of the crystal world. The class will provide an understanding of how to pick the crystal that will aid you and your environment, how the properties of certain crystals can empower you to be your best self and how to use and care for your crystals. $25, includes a clear quartz crystal which you will bond with in the workshop and take home. Salt of the Earth, 811 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Chestnut Ridge. Call 290-0678 to reserve your space. Lisa, reikiwithlisa123@gmail.com. SaltOfTheEarthCFH.com.

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Saturday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 10am-4pm. Courtyard Kingston, 500 Frank Sottile Blvd., Kingston Carole White, 914-388-1351 or voicesofthestones@gmail.com. VoicesoftheStones.com.

Holistic Chamber of Commerce – Rockland Chapter Meeting – 6:30pm. Join us for our monthly meeting. Meet with like-minded people. Network and learn. Share information about your own business. Wholeness Center, Valley Cottage.Cathy Kennedy, 646-627-6641 or NewCity@holisticchamberofcommerce.com. HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com/NewCity.

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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5 Reiki/Gong Immersion – 6:30-8pm. Limited to 8 participants. Join Irene Fahlander and Lisa LaCava for a dual meditative healing session. Relax on a yoga mat while the gong immerses you in a vibrational massage to encourage energetic rebalancing. Each person also will experience 10 minutes of Reiki, an energy healing to support emotional and physical healing. Release stress, tension, feel relaxed and more whole after this deep meditative experience. $30. Wholeness Center, 7 New Lake Rd, Valley Cottage. Enter though lower level side door. Erica Amendola, 268-7532 or erica@wholenesscenterny. com. WholenessCenterNY.com.

Expressive Intention Painting facilitated by Cari Skier. Reconnect to your creative spirit through spontaneous art making. Explore personal intentions and self-expression through paint. Stop judging and understand the art of letting go. Experience the freedom of playing with color and intuitive mark making. Create a canvas embedded with deep meaning as you foster a personal connection to your art work.

10:30am-12:30pm No prior experience needed. All materials included. $50. Wholeness Center, 7 New Lake Rd, Valley Cottage. Enter through lower level side door. Erica Amendola, 268-7532 or erica@wholenesscenterny.com. WholenessCenterNY.com.

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Annual Cookie Walk – 9am-noon. Wonderful array of cookies. $6 per pound. Mark your calendar and plan to come for a true delight. Women’s Fellowship, Reformed Church of Shawangunk, 1166 Hoagerburgh Rd, Cty. Rt. 18, Wallkill. 895-2952.

Winter Solstice Sacred Circle Dance – 4-6pm. Throughout all ages and cultures, traditional circle dances were used to honor the divine, heal, afďŹ rm connections to the earth and each other, build community and celebrate rites of passages and life transitions. In our sacred dance circle we will be celebrating the Winter Solstice as we get very close to the longest night of the year. We celebrate the rebirth of light in the greatest darkness. Men and women are welcome. $35. Wholeness Center, 7 New Lake Rd, Valley Cottage. Enter through lower level side door. Erica Amendola, 268-7532 or erica@ wholenesscenterny.com. WholenessCenterNY.com.

Celebrate the Seasons with a Waldorf Teacher – 10:30am-noon. For families with children ages 3-7. Join us for creative, age-appropriate activities that support seasonal rhythms for your family and help connect your child to the natural world. Activities vary by season and may include sledding, indoor crafts and baking in the winter. Free. Green Meadow Waldorf School, Kindergarten Building, 307 Hungry Hollow Rd, Chestnut Ridge. Vicki Larson, 356-2514 x311 or vlarson@gmws.org. GMWS.org.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10 A Course in Miracles Lecture/Discussion – 1:30pm. With Dr. Jon Mundy, author of Living A Course in Miracles. 2nd Sunday of each month. CRS, 123 4th Ave., NYC. Jon Mundy, 496-9089 or jon@ miraclesmagazine.org. Call before coming the ďŹ rst time, 496-9089. Sample copy of Miracles Magazine at MiraclesMagazine.org.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13 Reiki Circle in the Salt Cave – 8-9:45pm. Join Lisa for a guided meditation and Reiki healing in the salt cave. Each person will receive 10 minutes of Reiki on the Reiki table and approximately 1 hour in the salt cave. Salt of the Earth, 811 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Chestnut Ridge. Sheryl or Susan, 290-0678 or reikiwithlisa123@gmail.com. SaltOfTheEarthCFH.com.

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sundays Ongoing Zen Meditation – 9-10:45am. For more experienced meditators. Our small and welcoming community meditates together in three 25 minute periods with a silent walking meditation in between and a Zen Teaching at the end. Donations are welcome. Zen Garland, 83 Campbell Ave, Airmont. 547-2004 or ofďŹ ce@zengarland.org. Rockland Center for Spiritual Living – 11:30 am. Transforming lives...one thought at a time. Sunday Celebration, followed by Fellowship. Manse Barn, 32 Old Tappan Road, Tappan. RocklandCSL.org. Aerial Yoga – 1-2:15pm. All levels. An introduction and foundational course for those who are new to aerial yoga. Become familiar with the hammock and learn how to use it to go deeper into poses, cultivate alignment awareness and build strength. Learn how to do a basic inversion and experience the beneďŹ ts of spinal decompression. Variations given to address different levels of practitioners. $23 drop-in or explore our rates and membership options. Nyack Yoga, 42 Main St, Nyack. Laura Kallen, 646-246-5388 or info@nyackyoga42main. com. NyackYoga42Main.com. Creating Healthy Relationships in Love and Life Support Group – 7:15pm. Meets twice a month—call for dates. This group can offer support for people who have been in a relationship with someone who is unavailable or incapable of treating you with the love and respect you deserve. The group also offers support for people who have trouble creating healthy relationships and letting go of unhealthy relationships with intimate partners, friends, parents, siblings or work relationships. Join

with others struggling with the same issues and feel supported while experiencing fun and educational exercises. Future meeting topics – discovery within, dating, forgiveness, compassion and boundaries. Introductory rate, $10 per session. RCADD, Nanuet Pavilion Building, 25 Smith St, Ste 101, Nanuet. Facilitated by Debbie Connelly, CertiďŹ ed Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC), Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA), Life Skills Coach and Independent Health Coach. 536-4879 or meetup. com/Letting-Go-of-Unhealthy-Relationships. Kirtan with Krishna Devi – 8:30pm. Preceded at 7:30pm with meditation program and Vedic fire ceremony. Everyone is welcome. Free. Ananda Ashram, 13 Sapphire Rd, Monroe. 782-5575 or domenicbarber@netscape.net. AnandaAshram.org.

mondays Yoga with Paula Heitzner – 9:30-11:30am. Mondays-Thursdays. The classes offered are geared to all levels of ability. Students are exposed to the traditional schools of yoga along with meditation and philosophy. $15 for ďŹ rst class in each week, $10 for 2nd, $5 for 3rd. New Age Center, 1 S Broadway, Nyack. 356-5613. NyackYogaCenter.com. Story Hour with Dentist Sherri Alpert – 11:30am. Stories to help young children learn about going to the dentist. Dental Wellness Center of Suffern. 2 Executive Blvd, Ste 307, Suffern. 918-1801. Resilient Movement – 11:30am-12:30pm. Much of the pain in your body that appeared after aging, injury, or illness can be relieved by restoring the health of your fascia and the centered structure of your body. Learn to restore your fascia and resilience at will. Gain freedom from pain and revitalize your life. $20. The Fire Mountain School, 53 Hudson Ave, back corner studio, Nyack. Sifu Ed Durso, 893-3160 or SifuEd@theFireMountainSchool.com. TheFireMountainSchool.com. Overcoming Social Anxiety, Ages 14 – 17 – 4-5pm. Help your 14 – 17 year-old teen overcome social anxiety with a therapy group experience. This is

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7 New Lake Rd, Valley Cottage. Erica Amendola, 268-7532 or ourwholenesscenter@gmail.com. WholenessCenterNY.com.

tuesdays Early Morning Yoga – 6:15-7:15am. All levels. Begin the day with intention and focus. A well rounded practice designed to awaken and stretch the body while focusing the mind. Explore breathing techniques, asana and meditation. Our studio has an atmosphere of inclusion and acceptance, free from judgment, with space and support for every level and type of practitioner. $20 drop-in or explore our rates and membership options. Nyack Yoga, 42 Main St, Nyack. Laura Kallen, 646-246-5388 or info@ nyackyoga42main.com. NyackYoga42Main.com. Valley Scrappers Scrapbooking Club – 9am5pm. The Valley Scrappers meet at the Walker Valley School House to scrapbook and make cards. Experienced scrapbookers and beginners welcome. Free. Valley Scrappers, 6 Marl Rd, Walker Valley. Kelli Greer, 744 3055 or kellipalinkas@yahoo.com. Facebook.com/valleyscrappers?fref=ts. Rock Steady Yoga Kids - Shooting Star Yogis – 4:30-5:15pm. For ages 7-9. In this class we will explore body awareness, self-regulation, selfesteem, strength and flexibility through yoga, play and story. Each class offers active yoga poses, balance poses, partner/group poses, breathing techniques and relaxation. Try a class or bring a friend. Must call in advance. Facilitated by Deirdre O'Reilly. $130/8 week series; $18/drop-in. Wholeness Center, 7 New Lake Rd, Valley Cottage. Erica Amendola, 268-7532 or ourwholenesscenter@ gmail.com. WholenessCenterNY.com. Centered Martial Arts: Shen Kung Fu, Kids – 4:30pm-5pm. The true power of our family's Centered Martial arts is the physical and mental resilience they build in you for your life. You will learn to access your Center, harness your Yi and drive your resilience to thrive in life. Honoring and protecting life is self-defense. $20. The Fire Mountain School of Resilience Training and Centered Martial Arts, 53 Hudson Ave, back corner studio, Nyack. Sifu Ed D’Urso, 8933160 or sifued@theFireMountainSchool.com. TheFireMountainSchool.com. Centered Martial Arts, Shen Kung Fu, Adults – 5-6pm. See Shen Kung Fu, Kids listing for details. Introduction to Zen Meditation & Beginner’s Class – 6-7:30pm. Are you looking for more balance and calmness in your life? Come and learn how to slow down and meditate. We will teach you posture, breathing and how to focus your mind and offer you a safe, quiet place to come and train. Donations are welcome. Zen Garland, 83 Campbell Ave, Airmont. 547-2004 or office@zengarland.org. Yoga with Jeannie DeMarco – 6:45-8pm. Relax and let go of your stress in mind body spirit. This is your time, don't give it away. You deserve it. You will experience restful night sleep after your practice. Enjoy peace of mind and leave with sense of peace within. $15 for first class in each week. New Age Center, 1 S Broadway, Nyack. 422-1628 or demarcoj8@hotmail.com. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) Meeting – 7-8:30pm. Are you struggling with food? Are you overweight? Underweight? Obsessed with food, weight or dieting? You are not alone. There

Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity cannot survive. ~Dalai Lama is a solution. Food addiction can take many forms. Symptoms include obesity, anorexia, and bulimia. Food addicts are obsessed with food, body size and weight. We spend our days thinking about when and what we are going to eat or not eat. Binging, purging and dieting are a way of life. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) offers relief from the symptoms of eating disorders and guidance on living in recovery. Free. Reform Temple of Rockland, 330 N Highland Ave, Nyack. Susan Levin, 978-886-5469 or susan@unlockyourchild.com. FoodAddicts.org.

wednesdays The Feldenkrais Method® - Awareness Through Movement Class – 10-11am. Feel and move better with this gentle class where the emphasis is on awareness of yourself while moving, rather than on the movement itself. Ideal for all ages and levels of ability. Improve breathing, posture and flexibility, help reduce chronic pain or discomfort, enhance recovery from injury or surgery. Discover how to move better without strain or effort. $10. Subtle Energies Holistic Health Center, 1136 Kings Highway #4, Chester. Beth Stewart, b.stewart1016@ yahoo.com or 427-5457. Senior Yoga – 1pm. With Paula Heitzner. American Legion Hall, 85 South Piermont Ave, Nyack. 3565613. Hospice Bereavement Support Group – 1:30-3pm & 5:30-7pm. 2nd & 4th Wednesday. New members call facilitator prior to attending. Karen Liebowitz, ext. 264 at 1pm at Sullivan County Government Center Legislative Hearing Room 2nd Fl, 1 North St, Monticello. Martha Johnston, ext. 201 at 5:30pm. Catskill Regional Medical Center, Adult Day Care, Harris. Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, Inc. 561-6111. HospiceOfOrange.com. Breast Cancer Options Support Group – 2-3:30pm. Features speakers and topics. Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. Free. The Living Seed, 521 Main St, New Paltz. For information or to register, Hope Nemiroff, 339-4673 or hope@ breastcanceroptions.org. BreastCancerOptions.org. Connections with Deborah Turner Radio Show – 3pm. An internet radio show promoting healthy living and a healthy planet. Each week features guests from our community. Listen at RocklandWorldRadio.com/program/connections. Hospice Bereavement Support Group – 4:306pm. 1 st & 3 rd Wednesday. New members call facilitator prior to attending. Karen Liebowitz, ext. 264. 90 Crystal Run Rd, Middletown. Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, Inc. 561-6111. HospiceOfOrange.com. Himalayan Singing Bowl Guided Meditation with Irene Fahlander – 6-7pm. Facilitated by: Irene Fahlander, Certified Sound Healer. Relax, de-stress, clear your mind. Join us for an hour and let the soothing sounds and vibrations of the Singing Bowl refresh your brain and your body. $20.

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Wholeness Center; 7 New Lake Rd, Valley Cottage. Enter through the lower level side door. Erica Amendola, 268-7532 or erica@wholenesscenterny. com. WholenessCenterNY.com. Breast Cancer Options Support Group – 6-7:30pm. Meets the 3 rd Wednesday of every month. Features speakers and topics. Free. St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital cafeteria, 19 Laurel Ave, Cornwall. For information or to register, contact 339-4673 or hope@breastcanceroptions.org. BreastCancerOptions.org. Yoga with Robin Laufer – 6-7:30pm. Classes integrate yoga and energy awareness practices to help you relieve tension and stress. Improve your strength, exibility and balance in a joyful, supportive setting. Learn meditation and relaxation techniques to take into your daily life. Classes end with a healing sound bath using a crystal bowl. $15 for ďŹ rst class in each week, $10 for 2nd. New Age Center, 1 S Broadway, Nyack. 914-450-0325 or robin@robinlaufer.com. RobinLaufer.com. Hospice Bereavement Children’s Support Group – 6:30-7:30pm, doors open at 6pm. 1st & 3rd Wednesday. No Group July and August. New members call facilitator prior to attending. Alyssa Sanchez, ext. 226 and Lisa Filocco. 800 Stony Brook Ct. Newburgh Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, Inc. 561-6111. HospiceOfOrange.com. Breast Cancer Options Support Group – 6:308pm. Features speakers and topics. Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. Free. Wingate at Beacon, 10 Hastings Dr, Beacon. For information or to register, Hope Nemiroff, 339-4673 or hope@ breastcanceroptions.org. BreastCancerOptions.org. Orange County A Course in Miracles Study Group – 7pm. 12/6 & 12/20. A Course in Miracles, with Dr. Jon Mundy, author of Living A Course in Miracles. A Course in Miracles is a self-study program of spiritual psychotherapy designed to help us remember God by undoing guilt through forgiveness. It has sold more than 2.3 million copies and is regarded by many as a modern spiritual classic. By donation. Washingtonville. Jon Mundy, Ph.D., 496-9089 or jon@miraclesmagazine.org. Sample copy of Miracles magazine, MiraclesMagazine.org.

thursdays Early Morning Yoga at Nyack Yoga – 6:157:15am. See Tuesday listing for details. Nyack Winter Farmers Market – 8am-2pm. Items available include fresh farm produce, baked goods,

cheese, pasta, free-range eggs and chicken, pork and grass-fed beef, pickles, sauerkraut and olives, honey, syrups and jams, milk, yogurt, ice cream, herbs, tea and Middle Eastern specialties. Nyack Center, Corner Depew and S. Broadway. 353-2221. NyackChamber.org. Himalayan Singing Bowl Guided Meditation with Irene Fahlander – 9:15-10:15am. Guided meditation using Himalayan singing bowls. $20. Wholeness Center; 7 New Lake Rd, Valley Cottage. Irene Fahlander, 268-7532 or hello@ wholenesscenterny.com. WholenessCenterNY.com. Balancing the Demands of Special Needs Parenting with Self-Care – 10 -11am. Connect with others who understand the experiences of parenting a child with special needs such as autism or ADHD. This is a safe place to talk about parenting challenges, to share strategies, solutions and mutual support. $25/session, $100/5 sessions. Pre-registration required. Mandel Counseling, 16 Quaker Ave, Ste 4, Cornwall. Marsha Mandel, 458-8288 or marsha@mandelcounseling.com. MandelCounseling.com. Hospice Bereavement Support Group – 1-3pm. 2nd & 4th Thursday. New members call facilitator prior to attending. Ellen Connellis, ext. 314. 90 Crystal Run Rd, Middletown. Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, Inc. 561-6111. HospiceOfOrange.com. Hospice Bereavement Support Group – 2-3:30pm & 6:30-8pm. 2nd & 4th Thursday. New members call facilitator prior to attending. Kim Warner, ext. 117 at 2pm. Melissa Fuchs, ext. 202 at 6:30pm. 800 Stony Brook Ct. Newburgh. Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, Inc. 561-6111. HospiceOfOrange.com. Breast Cancer Options Support Group – 6-7:30pm. Features speakers and topics. Meets on the 1st Thursday every month. Free. Palenville Library, 3303 NY-23A, Palenville. For information or to register, Hope Nemiroff, 339-4673 or hope@ breastcanceroptions.org. BreastCancerOptions.org. Breast Cancer Options Support Group – 6-7:30pm. Features speakers and topics. Meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Free. OfďŹ ce of Sarah Falkner, 84 Greene St. #2, Hudson. For information or to register, Hope Nemiroff, 339-4673 or hope@breastcanceroptions.org. BreastCancerOptions.org. Resilience Training/Beginner Tai Chi – 8:15 Beginner Tai Chi, 9:15. Resilience is commonly known as the ability to bounce back when something bad happens. We train this innate quality into a proactive skill for managing our life with power

and integrity. Wu Chan Tai Chi harnesses the resilience of your fascia and converts stress into life enhancing power - chi. $20. The Fire Mountain School of Resilience Training and Centered Martial Arts, 53 Hudson Ave, side corner studio, Nyack. Sifu Ed D’Urso, 8933160 or sifued@theFireMountainSchool.com. TheFireMountainSchool.com.

fridays Yoga with Jeannie DeMarco – 9:30-10:45am. See Tuesday listing for details. Hospice Bereavement Support Group – 1011:30am. 2nd & 4th Friday. New members call facilitator prior to attending. Donna Deming, ext. 253. 214 Harriman Dr, Goshen. Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, Inc. 561-6111. HospiceOfOrange.com. Shen Kung Fu, Kids – 4:30pm-5pm. See Tuesday listing for details. Shen Kung Fu, Adults – 5-6pm. See Tuesday listing for details.

saturdays Yoga with Robin Laufer – 10:30am-noon. See Wednesday listing for details. Power Yoga – 11:15am-12:30pm. Level 2/3. Dynamic, fast-paced ow designed to energize and awaken the power within. Strengthen your core, improve your balance and hone your concentration, determination and focus as you quiet the mind in this moving meditation. Practice breathing techniques to create internal heat, increase detoxiďŹ cation and melt away stress. Should have some previous yoga experience. $20 drop-in or explore our rates and membership options. Nyack Yoga, 42 Main St, Nyack. Laura Kallen, 646-246-5388 or info@nyackyoga42main.com. NyackYoga42Main.com. Breast Cancer Options Metastatic Support Group – 12-1:30pm. Features speakers and topics. Meets on the 2nd Saturday of every month. Free. Christ the King Church, 2 Eugene L. Brown Dr, New Paltz. For information or to register, Hope Nemiroff, 339-4673 or hope@breastcanceroptions. org. BreastCancerOptions.org. Aerial Yoga – 1-2:15pm. See Sunday listing for details.

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