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sured in doorways on birthdays and compared in annual class photos, yet learning and small incremental changes occur daily in children that even the most perceptive parent may not see in the moment.

John Maxwell’s quote infers that inevitable change includes the passage of time and changes in physical stature (i.e. physical growth), generally speaking. However, the deeper aspects of growth remain optional and open to the reader’s definition. Some markers of well-rounded, tangible growth might include knowledge, mindset, awareness, perception, judgment, compassion, integrity and maybe even being a nice person, which are some of the basic cornerstones of reputable character generally attributed to good parenting.

With children changing daily and technology, society and the world changing at an accelerating rate; it’s no wonder that parenting remains both the most challenging and rewarding job in the world. While all of us have weathered uncharted territory the last few years, this month’s feature pays respect especially to the resiliency of mothers and offers tips for their self-care and support. Don’t miss Carrie Jackson’s article, “Resilient Mothering,” especially if you are a mom forging ahead in a changing world. Also be sure to check out the Online Exclusive section on page 30 to learn about a list of local mom groups within the region.

We’ve all taken on a parenting role the last 24-plus months. Whether we’ve had to extend the care and concern of a loving parent to our children or ourselves; our neighbors, our community, our job or co-workers, our customers, clients or our businesses; we have experienced and weathered a stressful period that has brought inevitable change to the way we live, work, shop, eat and relate. Whether we grow as a result of this change is optional, and it’s up to us to decide if and how we will.

Because we have experienced this ongoing strain for an extended time which can disrupt the body’s natural stress response, consider being mindful and loving to yourself and contact one or more of the practitioners or businesses within these pages to take simple, actionable steps to restore and reset your mind and body, so you can get back to feeling good, living simply and laughing more.

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Natural Awakenings is a family of 50+ healthy living magazines celebrating 27 years of providing the communities we serve with the tools and resources we all need to lead healthier lives on a healthy planet.

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18 RESILIENT MOTHERING How Moms Are Forging Ahead in a Changing World

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22 THE BLENDED FAMILY Tips for Creating a Successful Stepfamily

24 STAYING HYDRATED It's Not Just About Drinking Water

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26 THE ENERGY FLOWS FREELY AT HAPPIE SOUL

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Continuing Education at Brownstone Station

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rownstone Station Wellness Center is providing continuing education classes for yoga teachers and licensed massage therapists with Molly Diodato, E500 RYT, YACEP, and Jill Lawley, 500 RYT. New wellnessbased workshops have been added, and new Licensed Massage Therapist Anya Romero offers prenatal/postpartum massage, youth massage, infant massage, therapeutic massage, Thai massage and combination massages with far-infrared sauna integration.

Classes at Brownstone Station in May include Finding Zen through Purpose: A Mindful Crafting workshop, ReikiInfused Restorative Yoga, Reiki I , Restorative Yoga with Essential Oils and Reiki, Hands-On Assists and Essentials of Oncology Massage.

Location: 320 E. 2nd St., Ste. B, Hummelstown. For a complete schedule, call 717-927-7500, email Info@BrowstoneStation.com or visit BrownstoneStation.com.

Hospice & Community Care Plant Sale

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ardeners can save some space in their garden to support a great cause by attending the annual Hospice & Community Care plant sale on June 3 and 4, rain or shine. Sponsored by The Gilded Lily and Blue Ridge Communications, proceeds from the plant sale help provide care and support for patients and families coping with a serious illness, facing the end of life or loss.

Choose from perennials, annuals, shrubs, vegetables, herbs, house plants, hanging baskets and succulents. In addition to the sale from 3 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Tim Arpin and James Henning, from The Gilded Lily, will be on hand to answer gardening questions. The sale also runs from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Food trucks will be parked at the sale both days.

Credit cards, cash or check are accepted. Location: 685 Good Dr., Lancaster. For more information, visit HospiceAndCommunityCare. org. See ads, pages 10 and 20.

Deborah Starr Coming to Alta View

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ntuitive medium Deborah Starr will appear at Alta View Wellness Center on May 18 and will schedule 30-minute private sessions. After a successful career in nursing, she now devotes herself full-time to providing therapeutic touch energy healing, spiritual readings and inspirational writing.

It is her philosophy that we all advance in enlightenment best Deborah Starr together and should be helping one another with an attitude of love. She has studied with metaphysical researcher Elizabeth Deedee Stansell and Reverend Richard LaRocca.

Location: 4814 Jonestown Rd, Ste. 201, Harrisburg.

For more information, call 717-221-0133 or visit AltaViewWellness.com. See ad, page 8.

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Mills Returns with Acupuncture Skills

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eth A. Mills, LAc, has opened Blue Mountain Acupuncture at 5521 Carlisle Pike, Suite B, in Mechanicsburg, inside Olivetti Chiropractic. After living in Beth A. Mills, LAc Oregon for more than 20 years, the Wertzville native has returned to Pennsylvania and will provide walk-in acupuncture by donation from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., May 14. She says, “You will reset your weekend with well-being.”

Mills offers accessible and affordable acupuncture treatments for balance, health and harmony for the West Shore community. She is not only a licensed acupuncturist, but a nationally board certified herbalist in the Chinese Materia Medica, and holds a master’s degree in acupuncture and Oriental medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine.

Mills uses acupuncture, bodywork and herbal medicine to help patients realize their fullest potential while living their best quality of life. She advises, “Acupuncture and its modalities are considered a complete system of medicine and can address any health concern a person may have.”

For appointments and more information, call 717-516-1080, email BlueMtnAcu@ gmail.com or visit BlueMountainAcu.com.

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he Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF) is ensuring a place and an experience for everyone in the outdoors. With 121 state parks, 2.2 million acres of forest, and more than 11,000 miles of trails, Pennsylvania’s parks and forests offer free access to the outdoors and endless opportunities for recreation, including hiking, biking, canoeing, climbing, rafting, simply taking a walk in the woods, picnicking, angling, hunting and much more.

Help celebrate all that parks and forests provide and encourage their stewardship by capturing video footage while engaging in the outdoors or volunteering in a state park or forest. Share it on social media, tag PPFF and include the hashtags #GetMovingPA and #GetInMotionPA. I Love My State Parks Week runs from Mother’s Day until May 16. Include the hashtags #ILoveMyStateParks, #ILoveMyStateParksWeek, and #NASPF. PA State Parks and Forests Week is May 23 through 30. National Trails Day on June 4 is a day of service and advocacy for trails.

For more information, call 717-236-7644 or visit PaParksAndForests.org.

New Book Inspired by Dance

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ulie A. Vance, former minister at Unity of Palmyra, is releasing a new book, Dancing with the Divine: How to Free Your Inner Spirit and Live an Extraordinary Life, on April 26. The book is designed for those that yearn for a deeper connection with their inner spirit, desire to manifest their heart’s desires, long to transform fear and doubt into clarity, confidence Julie A. Vance and courage, and seek to experience greater peace, harmony and balance in their lives.

Vance is an inspirational speaker, workshop facilitator, ballroom dancer and contributing author to the bestselling book, 365 Soulful Messages: The Right Guidance at the Right Time. She says, “In the book, I share my personal journey and six lessons I learned through ballroom dancing that can move the reader from a follow-the-rules person to a trust-your-innate-wisdom person.”

The book is available on Amazon.com. For more information, call 717-774-1931, email julieavance1@verizon.net or visit Julie-A-Vance.com.

May Bingo Pilates Challenge

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wner Allison Zang says, “Absolute Pilates’ BINGO challenge during May will help get and keep you on track to develop strength and self-care by offering support and accountability so you can be happy, healthy and fit.

“With our focused BINGO challenge, you can take care of yourself, feel great in your skin going into the summer and have fun. This challenge is a great way to expand your current practice, try something you’ve been curious about for a while, and commit to yourself, because you’re worth it.”

Cost varies. For more information, call 717-585-2592 or visit AbsolutePilates.co/bingo.

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The vivid red, sushi-grade salmon filets have bones removed and skin on one side, individually vacuum-packaged as whole filets or portioned servings. White halibut filets are naturally boneless, with skin removed, individually vacuum packaged in portion-size servings. Both harvests are frozen at the peak of freshness and offer amazing flavor and versatility for a variety of quick and nutritious mealtimes.

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Mother’s Day Artist Market

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arlisle Bowen Works will host a festive Mother’s Day Artist Market shopping experience outdoors, around and behind the office from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., May 8. There will be practitioners offering free samples of what they do on a firstcome, first-served basis. It’s a great opportunity to experience what relief they can offer. Arrive early before all the spots are filled up.

There will also be an assortment of flowers for sale, local art, artisanal soaps, handmade ceramics, handcrafted jewelry, food trucks and gift certificates.

Masking and social distancing may be required if mandates are in effect.

Location: 616 W. Main St., Mechanicsburg. For more information, call 717-386-8279 or visit Tinyurl.com/ BowenworkMothersDay. See listing, page 33.

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Holistic Wellness Party at Firefly Hollow

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irefly Hollow Holistic Wellness will introduce a series of holistic wellness parties from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., June 11, to give the community a taste of what a private wellness party can look like. The event will be catered with local food and drink selections for attendees as well as wellness party package options throughout the day that include art, DIY natural products/make-and-takes, weight-loss treatments, intuitive readings, massage and more.

Owner Kara Lovehart says, “Holistic wellness can sometimes be confusing and has a lot of options, so we developed holistic wellness parties as a way to educate and have fun while gathering with loved ones.”

Location: 200 Farm Lane, York. For more information and registration (required), call 717814-9136, email FireflyHollowWellness@gmail.com or visit FireflyHollowWellness.com. See ad, page 3.

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Annual Organic Plant Sale in York

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orn Farm Center for Agricultural Education 10th annual Plant Sale is will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., May 7, with a wide variety of organically grown vegetable, herb and flower starts. Newly added this year are grasses, herbaceous perennials, vines, trees and shrubs.

The sale will offer plants from the Horn Farm Center and the renting farmers— the Kilgore Family Farm, Betsy’s Flowers and Calyx Native Nursery, as well as local vendors. Most plants are $3.50 each, with all proceeds supporting local, regenerative farming practices and the educational programming of the Horn Farm Center.

The nonprofit Horn Farm Center connects soil, food, and people in ways that improve the health and resilience of the community. As a leader in regenerative agriculture, they build community resilience by demonstrating holistic land management practices that provide food along with ecological and economic benefits.

Location: 4945 Horn Rd., York. For more information, call 717-757-6441, email Education@HornFarmCenter.org or visit HornFarmCenter.org.

New Weekly Farmers Market

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olonial Park UCC is hosting a weekly farmers market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays starting May 7 through October.

Vendors will be selling local fresh fruits, veggies, eggs, meats, jams, teas, wellness tinctures and gourmet pet treats.

Location: 5000 Devonshire Rd., Harrisburg. New vendors may email Deb Nauss, market organizer at Rdnauss@gmail.com.

For more information, visit Tinyurl.com/ ColonialFarmersMarket.

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Reiki For Two at Happie Soul

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appie Soul Massage has added Actavia Cardona, Karen Seeber and Dottie Smyser to the staff, and introduced new Couples Reiki and Reiki for Two. Owner Cristina Boyle says, “Our Couples Reiki treatments are unique in many ways.” Two therapists work together to send reiki to the relationship itself. Treatment includes 15 minutes discussion time afterward.

Cardona is skilled in multiple modalities, including Swedish, deep tissue, sports, hot stone, myofascial release, orthopedic, manual lymphatic drainage, cupping and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization.

Seeber is trained and certified for Holy Fire III reiki and Karuna reiki. Her focus is to guide natural healing for anyone seeking relief from suffering such as mental, emotional or physical pain.

Smyser is a Holy Fire III Karuna reiki master teacher and a volunteer healer. A retired GM from the hospitality and travel industry, she is committed to helping others find balance and healing through focused energy work and she creates reiki-infused paintings.

Location: 5000 Lenker St. Lower Level, Ste. 104, Mechanicsburg. For more information, call 717-254-7250, email HappieSoulMassage@gmail.com or visit HappieSoulMassage.com. See ads, pages 2 and 15.

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Sound Meditation Coming to Your Yoga Studio

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ound Meditation is now offered at Your Yoga every Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. with Diann Cardello. This practice reduces tension and stress, and promotes relaxation of the body and mind.

Owner Cynthia Johannes-Beecher says, “This class is for everyone. Each of us has a vibration that is the signature of our health and well-being.

You could think of it as a natural result of the processes that run our physical bodies, as well as our mental, emotional and subtle bodies. Similar to a musical instrument that can fall out of tune through use; our bodies can also fall out of vibrational harmony and potentially develop illness. Stress and negativity create blockages of a healthy flow of energy. Sound and vibration can be used to re-tune us to health.”

Location: 1900 Orange St., York. For more information, call 717-586-6494, email Cynthia@YorkYourYoga.com or visit YorkYourYoga.com. See ad, page 6.

kudos Energetic intuitive Jill Reed has joined the Carlisle Bowen Works team specializing in Jin Shin Jyutsu (JSJ), the art of harmonizing the forces of nature and universal energy to release energetic blockages caused by trauma or a build-up of stress from the body. She has been teaching JSJ self-help and is a recognized JSJ practitioner.

Active in the field of social work for more than 20 years, her own medical trauma in 2014 led to a career in energy healing by assisting with unresolved physical health issues in hospitals.

She also uses healing tools such as stones, sound and sacred oils.

Location: 616 W. Main St., Mechanicsburg. For more information, call 717-386-8279 or visit CarlisleBowenWorkPA. com. See listing, page 33.

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Steelton Cannabis Health Expo

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There will be a family fun area with activities for children that includes educational panels, food trucks, vendors, entertainment, dunk tanks, a basketball court, bounce house and live glass blowing. The bands Repo Man and Soul Solution will echo throughout the neighborhood, while the Rayzor Tattoo skate team performs demonstrations in the street and attendees help assemble a Coexist in Kindness Mixed Media Mosaic on the exterior of the gallery.

It’s the only event of this kind bringing medical marijuana professionals and patients together in the Harrisburg area, building community and providing education for the public, combined with entertainment and art.

The goal for the event is to embrace the community with unconditional love and respect and provide a unique space to promote creativity and personal growth, creating a family-friendly environment that inspires people to live positively and live more open-minded.

Donations are welcome. The Expo location is 310 S. Front St., in Steelton. For more information, call 717-342-8144 or visit CoexistGallery.com. See ad, page 11.

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The 17.6 million Americans living within one kilometer of one of the country’s 100,000 hydraulic fracturing (fracking) facilities face a higher risk of heart problems, cancer and respiratory disease, recent research suggests. In the latest study from Harvard, statisticians found that living near or downwind from a fracking site contributes to earlier death among elderly people. Combining the Medicare records of 15 million people over age 65 with zip codes of fracking wells, they found that the closer to the wells people lived, the greater their risk of premature mortality. Those that lived closest had a statistically significant elevated mortality risk (2.5 percent higher) compared with those that didn’t live close by, and those living downwind faced a higher risk of premature death than those upwind. The results suggest that airborne contaminants emitted by the wells are contributing to the increased mortality, the researchers write.

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Try Tai Chi to Boost Neurological Health With its slow, rhythmic, controlled movements and synchronized, deep breathing, the ancient Chinese practice of tai chi has been shown to improve balance, reduce falls and enhance the quality of life for people with neurological challenges such as strokes, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. A meta-review of 24 studies by researchers at the University of North Texas Health Science Center concluded that tai chi may be able to reduce pro-inflammatory contributors to cellular activity, increase anti-inflammatory cytokines that help regulate immune response, decrease oxidative stress factors and increase neurotrophic factors regulating neural health.

Researchers pointed to its “potential effectiveness in neurorehabilitation,” which aims to improve the functions and well-being of people with diseases, trauma or disorders of the nervous system.

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A popular staple since ancient times, prunes have long been esteemed for their culinary, nutritional and medicinal purposes, and a new review of research has found that they can also help counter the bone loss linked to fragility in postmenopausal women. After reviewing 28 studies, Penn State University researchers reported in the journal Advances in Nutrition that eating five to 10 prunes each day can help prevent or delay bone loss, lowering the risk of fractures. In one study, women that ate 100 grams of prunes (about 10) per day for one year experienced improved bone mineral density in their forearms and lower spines. In another study, eating five to 10 prunes a day for six months was shown to prevent bone density loss and decrease TRAP-5b, a bone-loss marker. The nutritional benefits of prunes, including minerals, vitamin K, phenolic compounds and dietary fiber, may reduce the inflammation and oxidative stress that contribute to bone loss, said the authors.

In a separate study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Harvard Medical School researchers that studied 1,700 older adults for 12 years found that those that ate a highly pro-inflammatory diet rich in simple carbohydrates and saturated fats were more than twice as likely to develop fragility—increasing the risk of falls, hospitalization and death—as those eating the least amount of those sweet, fatty foods.

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wo years after “coronavirus” became a household word, the pandemic continues to affect every aspect of our lives. Mothers, in particular, have learned to reimagine what it means to be a parent, employee, partner and friend, while still finding time for themselves. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, almost 70 percent of mothers say that worry and stress from the pandemic have damaged their mental health.

While social distancing, quarantining, remote learning and masking quickly became a new and often unwelcome normal, positive shifts have also been developing. Already resilient mothers are exploring how to adapt to an ever-changing situation and learning when to hold on and when to let go. They are discovering new ways to be available for their children’s mental health, maintain their jobs, stay connected with other moms and prioritize self-care.

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young children, she has been in a constant state of transition the last two years and is starting to achieve greater balance.

“Like most other mothers, my life before the pandemic was nonstop. I was getting by, and at the same time comparing myself to other parents. The world had to slow down so I could catch up, and I’ve been forced to stop, breathe and take it in stride,” she says.

Marcus shares a common concern, that the isolation has affected her kids’ development. “I worry that the lack of social integration over the past two years will have a lasting impact on my children. My son, who is now in third grade, was in kindergarten the last time he had a full year in a ‘normal’ school setting. That’s a lot to miss out on. While he is academically on track, I’m concerned about him being mature enough. Having sports and other extracurricular activities starting back now is helping to get them integrated again, and I’m able to fully appreciate going to an outdoor spring football game that wasn’t able to happen for so long,” she says.

Marcus has discovered that working from home has had advantages. “Now, I can do a load of laundry in-between meetings, go to the grocery store when I would have been commuting and be more present when my kids are home. Since I’m not worried about rushing out the door, we have time to talk during breakfast, and I’m able to accompany them to the bus stop. Afterwards, I take 10 minutes for myself to walk around the block and gather my thoughts for the day,” she explains.

Reordering Priorities Seventy-one percent of mothers describe being a working mom during the pandemic as very challenging, according to research done by the global consultancy group APCO Impact. As president of Families and Work Institute (FamiliesAndWork.org), a New York-based research nonprofit, Ellen Galinsky has seen employers grant access to a wider variety of benefits that fit their employees’ individual and family needs. “The pandemic, coupled with racial reckoning, has made many of us rethink our priorities. It now is becoming clear that the world that seemed relatively normal before wasn’t working. Mothers and fathers were thrust on the front lines of schooling and saw firsthand how different teaching and parenting are,” Galinsky notes.

An estimated 82 percent of employers plan to allow their employees to keep working remotely after the pandemic, reports a survey by human resources consultancy Mercer, but that turnaround is just a first step, says Galinsky. “Studies show that having workplace flexibility procedures in place is a floor, but how employers treat you when you need that flexibility matters the most. The pandemic made us all experience collective and multiple losses together and brought some difficult issues to light,” she explains.

In juggling work and life duties, Galinsky shies away from the word “balance”, which suggests that time and energy needs to be split evenly. “Work and home lives are deeply intermingled, and often when one is in sync, the other will follow,” she says. “It’s important for mothers to set realistic expectations for themselves and let go of the notion that they’re not doing a good job, their kids have to be perfect or they don’t have time to take care of themselves. Children will absorb what they see, so being mindful in your words and actions around work will have an impact on them. If you have a stressful meeting and bring that home with you, the energy in the house will change. It’s okay to tell the kids that you’re upset at your boss and are going to call a friend and talk or go for a walk; let them know it’s not their fault and that parents get stressed, too.”

Stress Survival Skills The pandemic also put many mothers in a chronic state of hypervigilance, because they not only had to manage their own anxiety, but also help kids manage their experiences. A University of Rochester study of 153 mothers of toddlers found that ongoing strains can disrupt the body’s natural stress response, making it more difficult to respond with patience and sensitivity to a child’s needs.

Elizabeth Cohen, a clinical psychologist and director of the Center for CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) in New York City (CenterForCBTInNYC.com), says that a shock to the nervous system can only be released with the acknowledgement that the trauma is being experienced in the first place. “Having an understanding of how you’re responding to this stress and uncertainty is key to moving through it. Even going back to the office after so long may trigger a panic attack if the trauma of the past two years isn’t addressed,” she says. “Mothers need to practice compassionate awareness for themselves and what they’ve gone through.

They need to be seen, heard and witnessed in the same way their children are.”

SELF-CARE FOR STRESSED-OUT MOMS For mothers trying to juggle it all, making their own mental health a priority is key. Here are some practical ways busy moms can incorporate their overall wellness into a daily routine.

Set Up Self-Care: Sneaking in breaks throughout the day can have a positive cumulative effect. Follow a guided meditation while waiting for soccer practice, use essential oils in the car, keep a favorite lotion next to the bed or savor a favorite nourishing snack.

Cultivate a Network: Nurturing relationships with supportive peers can provide emotional and social support. Meet a friend for a morning coffee or afternoon walk, join a book club, host a potluck with other mothers or volunteer with a community group.

Prioritize Therapy: The right therapist can provide an unbiased and supportive perspective and help process new and lingering issues. Find a practitioner that understands a mom’s unique needs and a modality that resonates with us. Traditional talk therapy works well for some, but be open to exploring other forms, such as movement therapy or art therapy.

Keep Communication Open: Modeling and encouraging dialogue gives kids a safe space to practice sharing and lets everyone feel valued. Find time during car rides, at the dinner table or before bed to check in with the family and share each other’s thoughts.

Take a Class: Learning a new skill can spark creativity and help build a social network. Try a pottery workshop, join a dance club, take a photography class or study a foreign language just for fun.

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Cohen advises that while part of a mother’s job is to make kids feel emotionally safe, it’s not as effective if they are themselves depleted. She recommends adopting simple, actionable practices throughout the day to help restore and reset the mind and body, suggesting, “Put some Epsom salt in the bottom of the tub and allow your feet to soak for a few minutes during a shower. Before brushing your teeth, take three deep breaths and pay attention to where you might be feeling tension in your body. Keep a gratitude journal handy to reflect and record your observations and interactions.”

She advises us to remember that we have all had different experiences of this trauma, and nobody is the same as they were in 2019. “It’s okay to tell a friend, ‘I’m excited to see you and also, I’m uncomfortable not wearing a mask.’ We’ve also had to be more selective about who we spend time with, and that has allowed us to foster more nurturing relationships,” she says. “Be more discerning about who you spend time with, instead of saying yes to every invitation to get coffee. It’s okay

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to do less, and making authentic decisions in the moment will help you truly feel aligned with your thoughts and actions.”

Joint Healing Claire Zulkey, a Chicago-based writer and mother of two young boys, has found creative ways to stay connected with other mothers and not feel so isolated. She pens a newsletter, Evil Witches (EvilWitches. substack.com), which gives her a platform to share stories of everyday motherhood triumphs and concerns. Topics have included perimenopause, end-of-life options for the family pet, finding the best hand lotion and other subjects that mothers in her circle think about.

She also maintains a Facebook group of 100-plus mothers, providing a safe place for members to commiserate and support each other. “The group has allowed me to really get to know mothers in a more intimate way, truly understand what they’re going through and appreciate how much they care about their kids,” says Zulkey.

She made a personal decision to stop drinking a few months into the pandemic,

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a lifestyle choice that she has maintained for the past year. “While I was not an alcoholic, there were too many times when I would wake up with a hangover or get into a tipsy argument with my husband. I quickly learned to appreciate how much easier parenting is when I’m in a stable mood, and the entire household has benefited, especially during the pandemic, when we were in such close quarters,” she says.

For all of us, moving forward after two years of collective grief, loss and uncertainty will undoubtedly present new unforeseen challenges, yet maintaining a sense of perspective can help if things start to feel overwhelming. “At the start of the pandemic, I started to feel sorry for myself, but soon I realized that I actually was so much better off than a lot of people. Once I oriented myself with that reality, it was easier for me to move on with a sense of gratitude and desire to help others,” says Zulkey.

Carrie Jackson is an Evanston, IL-based freelance writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine. Connect at CarrieJacksonWrites.com.

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he Brady Bunch aside, blended families seldom look like TV sitcoms. They often come with a cast of characters— freshly remarried parents, a number of kids and stepkids, up to four sets of relatives and exes in the wings—all with their own needs, hopes and issues. One in six children today lives in a blended family, so the stakes are high for their well-being, and yet, understandably, two out of three blended marriages fail.

They don’t have to, says Kimberly King, a children’s book author in Fairfield, Connecticut, who was raised in blended families and as a parent, now has her own blended batch of kids. “Blended families work when parents plan for challenges, have space for disagreements and have an incredible amount of patience and love. But they are not for the faint of heart!" she says.

Therapists and blended-family veterans offer advice for those on this important journey: Go slow and steady. It can take two to four years for a blended family to adjust to living together, counsels the American Psychological Association. The process can be particularly hard for youngsters from 10 to 14. “Don’t pressure the children. If they don’t want to call you Mom or Dad, don’t take it personally. They have their own biological parent whom they love, and they didn’t ask for their parents to get divorced. Stay positive and realize that time itself is an important factor,” counsels Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, a licensed clinical professional counselor, in Baltimore, and founder, with his wife, Rivka, of TheMarriageRestorationProject.com.

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Determine discipline roles. “My husband and I thought we were total failures because we couldn’t agree on how to parent his son. To save our marriage, we agreed that I would ‘resign’ as the boy’s mother and allow my husband free rein to parent as he saw fit,” recalls Nancy Landrum, a relationship coach in Murrieta, California, and author of Stepping TwoGether: Building a Strong Stepfamily. Studies show that blended families work best when each parent disciplines his or her own child, while the stepparent works to develop affectionate bonds with their stepchild and serves as the child’s sounding board, particularly in the beginning. “One of the worst things you can do as a stepparent is talk negatively about your stepchild to the bio-parent. Nothing will strain a relationship more quickly,” says King.

Keep an eye out for turning points. In a classic 1999 study in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, University of Iowa researchers reported on factors they called “turning points” that can knit a blended family together. These include celebrating holidays and special events together, perhaps by creating new rituals; spending quality time together, even doing such ordinary things as shopping or watching a football game, either as a family or as a parent-stepchild activity; and pulling together over a family crisis. On the other hand, unresolved conflict among parents and children drives families apart.

“The best thing my dad did to blend our post-divorce, new family was take us on a four-day hike to Mount Washington,” recalls King. “We hiked, talked, helped each other, suffered, whined, got wet, struggled, laughed, slipped, learned campfire songs, slept in bunks and found a new respect for teamwork, nature, overcoming adversity, and our stepmother!”

Give talking a chance. Over shared meals, board games, nature hikes and everyday activities, stepfamilies can build bonds with each other. Having regular meetings to hash out problems also strengthens a new family unit. King’s family uses the summer camp strategy of the talking stick. “When you have the talking stick, it is your turn to talk and everyone else has to pay attention and listen. No interruptions,” she says. They also keep a family journal in which kids can write out their problems, enabling parents to respond in writing or conversation.

Don’t give up. “For me, the time I knew it was going to work forever was actually directly after one of our lowest points,” says Brooke Carlock Lobaugh, of Lititz, Pennsylvania, a teacher and creator of TheBlendedMess.com, an online resource for stepfamilies. “We had separated, and we just both really missed each other and missed the family, and we realized that the kids would eventually get older and our problems would lessen, and that we needed to choose each other, over and over again. I realized that if our separation led to another divorce, I would either be alone or find someone new with a new set of problems, and I wanted to fix the problems with the person I loved. We haven’t looked back since.”

Health and wellness writer Ronica O’Hara can be contacted at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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Set expectations. Not all surprises are fun, and nobody likes to be lied to. Tell the children where they’re going, who they’ll meet and how long it’s going to take.

Stay together, but separate. Keep introductions simple, then minimize awkward interaction or potential competition by sharing an activity that allows everyone to have their own experience. Seeing a movie or taking an art class are both excellent options.

Bond over the experience. After the activity is over, take some time to talk about it. For instance, everyone might discuss the movie they saw over some ice cream.

Be open to children. Approach them with curiosity and let them know their feedback is important and answer any questions they have whenever they’re ready.

Don’t rush the new relationships. Even if the initial introduction went well, try not to blend families too quickly. By slowly building on the success and lessons of the initial introduction, loved ones will feel valued and comfortable with the pace of the changes in the family.

Naturally, every situation is a little different. Use expertise and empathy in leading children forward.

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aintaining proper hydration is one of the most important measures we can take to benefit our health. “The human body is made up of 55 to 75 percent water, and proper fluid levels are essential for many important body functions, including nutrient and oxygen transportation, temperature regulation, blood pressure stabilization, removal of waste from the body and muscle repair,” says Josh Axe, a Nashville-based clinical nutritionist and doctor of chiropractic and natural medicine. “Drinking enough water allows for healthy digestion and

detoxification, supports hunger control and improves the appearance of your skin, eyes and hair.”

Throughout the day, our bodies expend liquid to perform these vital functions. “Dehydration occurs when you lose more bodily fluids than you consume,” says Axe, the author of Ancient Remedies and founder of DrAxe.com.

“Your body needs water and electrolytes replenished, otherwise you’ll experience symptoms such as dry mouth, thirst, muscle weakness and spasms, headache, dizziness, nausea and fatigue.”

“How we live today is why we’re so much more dehydrated than we were 30 to 50 years ago,” says Dana Cohen, a New York City integrative medicine physician and co-author of Quench. “Air conditioning and heating are so drying. Electronics, prescription drugs, processed foods, fluorescent lighting—all these things coming at us and affecting our cells—are sucking the hydration out of our environments and out of us.”

According to Cohen—the risks of dayin-day-out, low-grade dehydration—the kind most of us experience—include constipation, joint pain, stiffness, brain fog and cognition problems. “There’s some evidence that it is also a risk factor for diabetes, Alzheimer’s and certain cancers like colon and kidney cancers,” she adds.

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temperatures, Axe says. He recommends more fluids for women that are pregnant or breastfeeding, teenagers that are developing quickly and people on medications like antibiotics, diuretics, hormone pills, blood pressure medications and cancer treatments.

Cohen points to a few reliable markers: “We’re meant to urinate every two to three hours throughout the day, and you want the color of your urine to be strong, but not too orange or too brown, which indicates dehydration, and not crystal-clear, because you could be over-hydrating.”

In her book Quench, Cohen delineates a five-day plan to optimize hydration.

Start every day with a big glass of water, which can include a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of real salt (pink or sea salt, not processed table salt).

Drink a glass of water before every meal.

“For people who are trying to lose weight, a few published studies suggest that this will help them lose five additional pounds over a three-month period when dieting,” she says.

When feeling hungry, drink a glass of water. We often mistake hunger for thirst.

Consume one or two green smoothies a day made with a blend of greens, water and added ingredients to taste. This will incorporate a healthy amount of daily fiber, which helps to absorb and hold on to water.

Add what Cohen calls “micro-movements” throughout the day, such as nodding the head up and down, rotating the wrists and ankles, scrunching fingers and toes or twisting the torso. “These little movements help to move fluid throughout the body and lubricate joints,” she explains.

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Thanks to some fascinating research by Dr. Gerald Pollack from the University of Washington, in Seattle, this gel water, which has different properties from regular H2O, is believed to store energy like a battery. Getting more of this structured water by eating plants should be your goal, so your body and your cells are better hydrated.”

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Best Fluids to Drink “The best option is purified water that goes through a filtering process to remove chemical pollutants, bacteria, fungi and algae, but still has beneficial minerals,” Axe says. Both Axe and Cohen recommend the Environmental Working Group’s water filter guide (ewg.org) to find the best athome system for every budget, as well as its database that lists the safety of tap water in each U.S. zip code.

“The research shows that under four cups of coffee a day is not a diuretic, so it does contribute to your hydration; anything above four cups starts to become a diuretic and goes against you,” Cohen notes, adding that herbal teas are always a great hydrating option with added medicinal properties.

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A DoKtour of Myology, Boyle is also a licensed massage therapist, licensed esthetician, body contour specialist, pristine teeth whitening specialist, certified Usui/Holy Fire III reiki master teacher, Karuna reiki master teacher and certified in multiple massage and energy work modalities.

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energy work services and teeth whitening. Boyle says, “Our services aid our clients in not only feeling better physically, but mentally and emotionally, as well. The objective is to rebuild their confidence, self-worth and self-love and to enjoy their life in their most authentic way.”

Energy work includes aura photography, aura cleanse, chakra balance, crystal healing and light therapy sauna treatments. Boyle explains, “I created Galactic Healing Matrix in 2019, which is a popular treatment for those who are familiar with reiki and seeking something more. This is also available as an attunement for those who wish to learn more energy work.” Holy Fire III and Karuna reiki classes are available.

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Their new client consultation service allows the therapist and client to discuss physical and emotional upsets, goals and a menu of services to work together and create a treatment plan uniquely designed for them. “We strive to get to know our clients and to offer services/treatments that meet their needs. To provide a safe place for them to relax and what we call ‘emotionally throw-up’.” says Boyle. “Our clients’ health and well-being is the most important part of our job. Because we are all reiki masters, no service/treatment feels like anything they have ever experienced before.

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they kill. Birds have excellent color vision, and the flashy collars work as an early warning system of impending stealth attacks. “To the bird, this rainbow color stands out like a sore thumb,” says Ken Otter, chair of the UNBC Department of Ecosystem Science and Management. “It’s the opposite of a hunter’s camo.”

Another study at the UK University of Exeter focused on 219 cats whose owners regularly let them hunt outside.

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hen they’re roaming outdoors, domesticated cats turn into natural-born predators. According to the American Bird Conservancy, domestic felines are the number one human-caused threat to birds in the U.S., killing an estimated 2.4 billion birds every year. Cats have contributed to the extinction of 63 species of birds, mammals and reptiles in the wild.

New studies suggest ways to let a cat enjoy the outdoors without endangering winged species.

Feed Them a Fresh Meat Diet The UK researchers found that when cats were fed a highmeat protein, grain-free food, they brought home 36 percent fewer dead birds and other wildlife. Because cats are strict carnivores, a balanced diet rich in fresh animal meat, fed raw or gently cooked (rather than rendered meat or meat meal), meets their nutritional needs and reduces their urge to kill prey animals. A feline family member will do best with a diet that replicates that of captured prey: high in moisture content with excellent-quality meat, moderate amounts of high-quality animal fat and a very low percentage of carbohydrates. This means absolutely no kibble.

Use Rainbow-Colored Ruff Collars A small study by the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) suggests that when bright, rainbow-colored ruff collars are placed on free-roaming cats, it reduces the number of birds

Play with a Cat Daily Households in which owners engaged in five to 10 minutes of daily object play with their cats (using, for example, an interactive feather toy like Da Bird) reported a 25 percent decrease in captured prey, according to the UK researchers.

“Cats who are young and still kittenish will play with almost anything. Older cats who’ve been around the block a few times and know how to hunt and play with their toys do tend to get bored more easily,” explains feline behaviorist Marci Koski, Ph.D. “I recommend having a number of different lures and wand toys in your toolbox.”

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Cat bells have “no discernible effect” on cats’ prey catch, the UK researchers report. Puzzle feeders containing kibble actually increased killed prey by 33 percent, perhaps because of cats’ “inability to easily access food and resulting hunger or frustration,” they write.

Have Them Hunt Indoors for Food To ease boredom, give a cat opportunities to “hunt” for their food indoors. Try separating his daily portion of food into three to eight small meals, fed throughout the day in a vari-

ety of puzzle toys, or indoor hunting feeder mice. Or, hide his food bowls in various locations around the house. Start with one bowl in his usual spot, and then place his food portion into additional bowls in other areas where he is sure to find them. If there is more than one cat, keep the bowls in separate areas of the house.

An alternative is a catio (cat patio), which is a safe outdoor enclosure that allows a kitty secure access to the outdoors.

The enclosure should be open-air, allowing the cat to feel fresh air and sunlight, but shielded enough to prevent escape or a predator from getting inside. It also keeps birds safe.

Give Cats Safe Outdoor Access For reasons of safety and overall health and longevity, cats should be kept indoors, but with regular supervised access to the outdoors. Training her to walk on a harness and leash can be an ideal way to allow safe, controlled access to the great outdoors.

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A well-balanced child, a verdant backyard garden or the premiere performance of a symphony, tending to what we love can yield great things. We must also attend to our personal well-being to nurture our own potential.

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Gearing Up for Lavender Season – Sat & Sun, May 5-29. 10am-3pm. Enjoy a visit to the lavender farm and lavender farm store. Lavender products, local artist’s products, Made in USA, too. Free admission. 2375 Panther Valley Rd, Pottsville. 570-617-0851. Additional hrs: HopeHillLavenderFarm.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 1 Beltane Crystal Grid Healing – 4pm. Shamanic Crystal Healer Angie Yingst activates all participants into a crystal grid for deep healing and spiritual connection. $40. Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. Register: 717-221-0133 or AltaViewWellness.com.

MONDAY, MAY 2 Blueberries for Books – May 2-June 24. Order fresh blueberries to support Fredricksen Library. A 10-lb box of blueberries fresh from Whalen Farms in New Jersey is $33; $34/ordered online. Order through June 24 with pick-up June 30. Fredricksen Library, 100 N 19th St, Camp Hill. 717-761-3900.

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THURSDAY, MAY 5 National Herb Week Garden Tour – 6-7:30pm. A fast-paced tour of the herb gardens of The Rosemary House. Over 300 varieties of herbs. Discover the herbs and their uses. A seeing, tasting, touching tour.

Rain or shine. 120 S Market St, Mechanicsburg.

717-697-5111. TheRosemaryHouse.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 6 “Wellness For All” 18th Wellness Conference: Finding Your Balance – 9am-3pm. The Center of Balance shop will be closed to participate as speakers, discussing “Finding Your Balance” from 2-3pm. Conference will host 9 different breakout sessions on a variety of subjects. Free. Baker Center King Street Church, 162 E King St, Chambersburg. The Center of Balance: 717-643-1404.

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Journey of Hope & Healing – 6-8pm. Workshop with grief educator Donna Hoffman offers a holistic, soulful approach to hope and healing, music, discussion & sharing. $39 Early Bird. Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness Center, 200 Farm Ln, York.

717-814-9136. Register at FireflyHollowWellness. com/events.

SATURDAY, MAY 7 Reiki IIIA Master/Practitioner Class – 9:30am5:30pm. With Rickie Freedman. Incorporate the reiki healing principles into your life and work.

Become fully comfortable sharing reiki sessions and talking about reiki. Receive Reiki IIIA attunement. $300. Reiki by Rickie, ReikiSpace & Learning Place, 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Harrisburg. 717599-2299. ReikiByRickie.com.

Annual Lavender Plant Sale – May 7 & 8.

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Intuitive Tarot Readings – 10am-4:30pm. Also May 21. With Judy Winfrey. Receive messages that offer clarity and guidance which can help you with everyday life as well as help open you to your own potential. $100/hr. Gracefull Heart, 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle. Pre-register: 717-240-0400 or Info@Gracefull-Heart.com.

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Mother’s Day celebration featuring Local artists, artisan soaps, handmade ceramics, hand-crafted jewelry and food trucks. Free admission. Carlisle Bowen Works, 616 W Main St, Mechanicsburg.

717-386-8279. CarlisleBowenWorkPA.com.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 11 Reflexology and Ion Foot Cleanse – May 11-13.

10am. Lynn Diehl offers private reflexology sessions and ion cleanse foot baths. $75, reflexology; $40, foot bath. Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. For appt: 717-221-0133.

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SATURDAY, MAY 14 Archangel Michael, Mother Mary, Padre Pio Channeling – 10am-4pm. With Pat Cassel. Messages from Archangel Michael and the Angels, and potent healing energies from Mother Mary and Padre Pio are awaiting you. $100/hr, $60/30 mins. Gracefull Heart, 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle. Pre-register: 717-240-0400 or Info@Gracefull-Heart.com.

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Reiki Level I Training with Karen East – 11am6:30pm. Learn about Reiki and how to share it with yourself and others. Reiki level 1 manual, attunement, practical application, and certificate included. $175. Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness Center, 200 Farm Ln, York. 717-814-9136. Register at FireflyHollowWellness.com/events.

SATURDAY, MAY 15 Spirit Doll Making Class – 2-4pm. Betsie McClimans facilitates making a Spirit Doll, inviting you to communicate with the deepest parts of yourself in a creative, healing and transformative experience. All basic materials provided. $55. Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness Center, 200 Farm Ln, York. 717-814-9136. Register at FireflyHollowWellness.com/events.

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Reiki II Review Workshop – 6:30-9pm Review your Reiki I and II and especially Reiki II symbols.

Practice long distance healing. Increase your reiki confidence. Have your questions answered. $45.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 18 Past Life Readings – 10am. Intuitive Medium Deborah Starr offers past life and intuitive readings for 1 day at Alta View Wellness Center. $50/30 mins.

Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. Pre-registration required: 717-221-0133 or AltaViewWellness.com.

Shamanic Journey and Sound Healing Around the Stargate – 7-9pm. With Linda Gareh-Applegate, Holly Blyler, Sharon Askey. Relax, rejuvenate and rebalance with potent sound healing. Sound can provide an opportunity to breakdown patterns no longer serving you. $20. Gracefull Heart, 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle. Pre-register: 717-240-0400 or Info@Gracefull-Heart.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 21 Psychic Readings – 10am. Psychic William Stillman connects to the spirit realm to bring forth messages in private, 1-hr sessions. $200. Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. Pre-registration required: 717-221-0133 or AltaViewWellness.com.

“Meeting of the Masters”: Together We are More – 10am-3pm. 10am-12pm, Reiki Master/Teachers reattune each other. 12-1pm, Potluck lunch. 1-3pm, Master/Practitioners and Master/Teachers join their lights and creative vision for the best and highest good for all. Love donation. Reiki by Rickie, ReikiSpace & Learning Place, 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Harrisburg. 717-599-2299. ReikiByRickie.com.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 Evidential Intuitive Mediumship Readings – 10am. Richard La Rocco, Evidential Intuitive Medium, brings forth messages of healing with your loved ones. 1-hr readings. $175, cash only.

Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. Pre-registration required: 717-221-0133 or AltaViewWellness.com.

Introduction to Reiki Workshop – 6:30-8pm.

Learn about and observe the gentle touch and deep healing of reiki. Learn the truth about reiki, dispel myths and misconceptions. Have an opportunity to ask questions. $25. Reiki by Rickie, ReikiSpace & Learning Place, 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Harrisburg. 717-599-2299. ReikiByRickie.com.

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Knowledge Is Power: Is Reiki & Reflexology Right for You? – 6-7pm. Learn about reflexology and reiki as a healing modality and if it is right for you. Free. The Center of Balance, LLC, 29 N Jefferson St, Greencastle. 717-643-1404.

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FRIDAY, MAY 27 Spoon Bending Workshop – 7-8:30pm. Led by certified hypnotherapist John Stewart. Experience the fun of psychokinesis. Adult $18. Child $7.

Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness Center, 200 Farm Ln, York. 717-814-9136. Register at FireflyHollowWellness.com/events.

TUESDAY, MAY 31 Reiki-Infused Animal Communication – 11am5pm. You and your pet receive a reiki -infused animal communication session with Angela Zimmerman and Rickie Freedman, Reiki Master/Teacher. $70. Reiki by Rickie, ReikiSpace & Learning Place, 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Harrisburg. 717-5992299. ReikiByRickie.com.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 3 Hospice & Community Care Plant Sale – June 3 & 4. 3-7pm, Fri; 7am-1pm, Sat. A wide selection of plants available for purchase. Friday evening, Tim Arpin and James Henning from The Gilded Lily will answer your gardening questions. Food trucks on site both days. Proceeds benefit patients and families served by the programs of Hospice and Community Care. Essa Flory Center, 685 Good Dr, Lancaster. 717-735-9661 or 800-924-7610.

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ACUPUNCTURE CENTRAL PENN ACUPUNCTURE AND WELLNESS

Carolyn Romako 940 Century Dr, Ste D, Mechanicsburg 717- 610-4911 • CentralPennAcupuncture.com We’ve been Central Pennsylvania’s center for compassionate, thorough and evidence-based acupuncture for 10 years. Our location is easily accessible with evening and weekend hours. Specialties include pain management and women’s health.

GIDDINGS ACUPUNCTURE PRACTICE, LLC AND ZEN & NOW APOTHECARY Rhonda Giddings 4814 Jonestown Rd, #101, Harrisburg 717-657-1951 • GiddingsAcupuncture.com

A practice of healing art techniques from acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, massage, herbs and energy work to help patients and clients reach their individualized optimal health and vitalized longevity.

ANIMAL COMMUNICATION MELLA LUNA STUDIOS

Dawn R. Tule 9 N Baltimore Ave, Mt Holly Springs 717-486-7823 • MellaLunaStudios.abmp.com Dawn provides compassionate service to deepen the understanding between you and your pet, whether in physical form or in spirit. Gain insight into what your animal friend is thinking and feeling. u

BODYWORK ARVIGO MAYA ABDOMINAL THERAPY® 309 Third St, New Cumberland Jaque Hanson • 717-448-1281 Jaque@BeePresentWellness.com

The Arvigo ® session is a noninvasive treatment that repositions internal organs that have shifted by opening the flow of blood, lymph, nerve and Chi. Infertility, digestive and other benefits. Visit BeePresentWellness.com for details. See ad, page 12. u

CARLISLE BOWENWORK

Nancy Bittinger 616 W Main St, Mechanicsburg 717-386-8279 • CarlisleBowenworkPA.com Bowenwork is renowned for its effectiveness in stimulating true healing from within.

Through gentle yet powerful moves, even chronic problems “unwind” and balance is restored. u

THE CENTER OF BALANCE, LLC

Louise Kemper, RMI, Reflexologist, EOP, Artist Leslie Kemper Punt, Holistic Health Practitioner 29 N Jefferson St, Greencastle 717-643-1404 • TheCenterOfBalanceLLC.com We offer reiki, foot/body reflexology, auriculotherapy, essential oil treatments, coaching and hypnosis for wellness and soul nourishment.

Our unique retail shop features holistic, vegan and natural products, artisan jewelry, clothing, accessories and more. u

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY THE ROOTS OF HEALTH

TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR OWN HEALTH WITH AN AT-HOME TEST. Convenient, confidential and accurate health testing for women and men with online results in a matter of days. Catered with you in mind, LetsGetChecked wellness tests include fertility & hormone, thyroid, cancer screening, general wellness, sexual health and more.

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Rachel Benbow, LMT, BA, MLIS 3540 N Progress Ave, Ste 106, Harrisburg 717-831-6936 • TheRootsOfHealth.com Rachel relieves pain and frees blockages using CranioSacral Therapy or massage. From stress reduction, to illness/injury/surgery recovery, to management of autism/ADHD, your therapeutic experience is individualized.

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DENTISTRY – HOLISTIC HERSHEY DENTAL ASSOCIATES, LLC Ryan Buehner, DMD, FAGD, AIAOMT 273 Hershey Rd, Hummelstown 717-220-1792 • HersheyDental.com

Provides full service family dental care, mercury-/metal-free options, f luoride-free, safe mercur y removal, biocompatibility testing for dental material sensitivities, in-office ozone treatments, clear aligner orthodontics, Bruxism/ tooth grinding guards. See ad, page 9. u

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HERSHEY DENTAL ASSOCIATES, LLC Carol Layton, DMD, MAGD, AIAOMT, NMD 273 Hershey Rd, Hummelstown 717-220-1792 • HersheyDental.com

Provides full service dental care, mercury/metal free, including s a f e r e m o v a l o f m e r c u r y.

Biocompatibility testing for individual choice of materials; use of ozone for protection. See ad, page 9. u

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415 Simpson Ferry Rd, Camp Hill • 717-686-4000 3130 Columbia Ave, Lancaster • 717-399-2000 Mattress1stByInteriorsHome.com Organic and natural bedding free from irritants, allergens, pressure-point discomfort or temperature struggles so that you are assured the best night’s sleep possible. Visit our trained and certified mattress specialists who will help you find the best mattress for your needs. See ad, page 25. u

SUSQUEHANNA DENTAL ARTS Dr Owen Allison, DMD 100 S 18th St, Columbia, PA 17512 717-684-3943 or 717-285-7033 SusquehannaDentalArts.com

A full-service family dental practice providing 100% mercury-free restorations, quality non-surgical periodontal care, INVISALIGN, implant retained dentures and partials. See ad, page 22. u

METAPHYSICAL GRACEFULL HEART

Sharon Askey 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle 717-240-0400 • GraceFull-Heart.com Gracefull Heart provides a peaceful, loving and supportive space to assist in your journey toward wholeness/ healing. Crystals, books, gemstones, jewelry, statues, incense, oracle cards (plus sample decks), crystal and metal singing bowls, pendulums and much more. See ad, page 10. u

DENTISTRY – WELLNESS COLONIAL DENTAL GROUP

Tammy del Sol, DMD 4940 Linglestown Rd, Harrisburg 717-901-7045 • CDGWellness.com Our focus on Wellness educates and motivates patients to care for their overall health. We no longer place mercury fillings, nor encourage ingestion of fluoride for children or adults. We educate and safely serve our patients and protect the environment. See ad, page 15. u

NATUROPATHIC HEALTHCARE NATURAL PATHS TO WELLNESS

Leia Anderson, BA, MS, ND 1524 Cedar Cliff Dr, Camp Hill 717-494-4500 • NaturalPathsToWellness.com Leia is part of a unique, collaborative naturopathic practice in central PA. Her passion is providing safe, effective and individualized care for the whole family. See ad, page 9. u

ESSENTIAL OILS YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS Marilyn York • 877-436-2299 Independent Distributor #489656 MyYL.com/NaturalHealth4U

Essential oils – revered for thousands of years for their naturally-enhancing support of body, mind and spirit. Become a Young Living Essential Oils member/ customer and/or an independent distributor. See ad, page 13.

NATURAL PATHS TO WELLNESS

Heather DeLuca, BS, ND 1524 Cedar Cliff Dr, Camp Hill 717-494-4500 • NaturalPathsToWellness.com Heather is part of a unique, collaborative naturopathic practice in central PA. She provides a safe, effective and affordable alternative to conventional health care. See ad, page 9. u

MASSAGE HAPPIE SOUL MASSAGE HOLISTIC & ALTERNATIVE THERAPY Cristina L Boyle, LMT 5000 Lenker St, Ste 104, Mechanicsburg 717-254-7250 • HappieSoulMassage.com

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Jessica Shoemaker, BS, ND 1524 Cedar Cliff Dr, Camp Hill 717-494-4500 • NaturalPathsToWellness.com

Our focus is on integrative healing of body, mind and soul. We identify the root cause of discomfort and assist with physical and emotional healing. Also, massage with reiki, reiki for emotional support, couples reiki, light therapy/full spectrum sauna, more. Ask about our referral program. We all deserve to be Happie Souls. See ads, pages 2 and 15. u

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Jessica is the owner of Natural Paths to Wellness where nutritional therapies, alternative modalities and functional medicine testing are combined to create an individualized holistic approach to health. See ad, page 9. u

NATURAL PATHS TO WELLNESS

Ashlyn Zikmund, BS, ND 1524 Cedar Cliff Dr, Camp Hill 717-494-4500 • NaturalPathsToWellness.com Ashlyn's enthusiasm for wellness and nutrition makes her a tremendous addition to NP to W. As a Naturopathic Doctor, she partners with patients to solve difficult acute and chronic health issues. See ad, page 9. u

NUTRITION WEGMANS FOOD MARKET

6416 Carlisle Pike, Ste 2000 Mechanicsburg, PA • 717-791-4500 I n - s t o r e N a t u r e ’s Marketplace features natural foods, supplements, herbal remedies, and foods for special dietary needs. See ad, page 17. u

NUTRITIONIST NATURAL PATHS TO WELLNESS

Sarah Glunz, MS, CNS, LDN 1524 Cedar Cliff Dr, Camp Hill 717-494-4500 • NaturalPathsToWellness.com Sarah will design your optimal nutrition plan for managing your weight, food allergies or sensitivities, or medical condition while helping you to improve your relationship with food. She breaks down the plan you need to follow to accomplish your health and wellness goals into reasonable action steps providing support along the way. See ad, page 9. u

PHYSICAL THERAPY ZANG PHYSICAL THERAPY Andrew Zang

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717-440-6197 • ZangPT.com Zang PT is proud to help people regain an active lifestyle. Eliminate the need for pain, medication, injections and even frequent doctor’s visits. See ad, page 7. u

REFLEXOLOGY REWEAVING BALANCE

Beth Baublitz 5A Harrisburg Pike, Dillsburg 717-943-4833 • ReWeavingBalance.earth Beth offers a variety of reflexology options ranging from pure relaxation to assisting in pain relief with a reiki touch; plus ReConnection Sessions, a clientled journey of body, mind and spirit unique for each individual.

Check their online business listing for a variety of creative and connecting workshops offered at various times throughout the year. See ad, page 9. u

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Rickie Freedman, Reiki Master/ Teacher, P.T., offers the Gentle Touch, Deep Healing and Balancing of “Reiki by Rickie” sessions, as well as unique Therapeutic Massage including Indian Head Massage and Chakra Foot Massage. She teaches Reiki classes and workshops on stress management, positive attitude and more. See ad, page 7. u

Beth is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Board Certified Herbalist who provides the local community with Acupuncture, Bodywork, and Herbal Medicine to improve quality of life and enhance well-being.

Acupuncture addresses health concerns such as allergies, stress, pain, sleep, digestion, women’s health and many others. u

Rickie Freedman, ReikiSpace & Learning Place 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Harrisburg 717-599-2299 • ReikiByRickie.com

SPECIALTY FOODS KWEE JACK FISH CO

Wild Alaskan Salmon & Halibut Shares 717-842-0180 EatWildSalmon.com Sustainably harvested wild Alaskan salmon and halibut available, fisherman-direct. Pre-order online annually (spring) for local pick-up (fall) of sushi-grade delicious nutrition, deep-frozen at the peak of freshness to enjoy throughout the year. See ad, page 29.

THERMOGRAPHY ADVANCED THERMAL IMAGING

Pamela Howard, DC, CCT 550 Coventry Dr, Mechanicsburg 866-522-3484 • AThermalImage.com Thermal Imaging offers a safe, non-invasive way to visualize potential health concerns; providing early warning signs for a proactive approach to health, including breast health. Visit website for more information.

VETERINARIAN – INTEGRATIVE HEALING CREATURES HOSPITAL (Formerly Avian And Feline Hospital) 3300 Hartzdale Dr, Camp Hill 717-730-3755 • HealingCreatures.com

Our passion is pets. Holistic and traditional services tailored to meet pets’ needs (homeopathic, herbal, nutritional and behavioral).

Unique services offered include acupuncture, cold laser therapy and veterinary orthopedic manipulation (VOM). See ad, page 29. u

Beth A. Mills, LAc 5521 Carlisle Pike, Ste B, Mechanicsburg 717-516-1080 • BlueMountainAcu.com

FIREFLY HOLLOW HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTER

Kara Lovehart 200 Farm Ln, York • 717-814-9136 FireflyHollowWellness.com We are a full-service holistic wellness center offering an array of professional services that address clients’ individual needs. A holistic approach strives to integrate Mind, Body & Spirit, allowing wellness to occur. Services include medical massage, energy medicine, intuitive coaching, wellness education, nutritional coaching and much more. See ad, page 3. u

GRACEFULL HEART

Sharon Askey 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle 717-240-0400 • GraceFull-Heart.com Gracefull Heart offers many services to assist in maintaining wellness: Sacred Spirals Healing, Dominus Cervix™ Stargate sessions, reiki sessions, aura photography and AmpCoil™ sessions. We offer reiki classes and a diverse schedule of workshops. See ad, page 10. u

POSITIVE PRIME PrimeForGold.com

Harness the power of PositiveCognitive Psychology and Neuroscience to redesign your mindset and life. Expertly curated, personalized images & statements with sound track become a vision board on steroids to help you create a positive mindset in as little as 3 minutes per day.

Lifetime access to a gifted sample session and a 10-day free trial are available at PrimeForGold.com. See ad, page 17. u

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ENERGY WORK BRENNAN HEALING SCIENCE – Energy Consciousness Transformational Healing. A bridge to your health through your vital energy system. Understand your energy field, understand yourself. Experience transformational healing on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels. Visit EnergyBodyWorks.com and Tinyurl.com/Asha-HER-Summit. Asha Scatchard, 717-843-5672.

HELP WANTED CASHIER – Full- or part-time. Sonnewald Natural Foods in Spring Grove is seeking an experienced, accurate, neat and organized cashier; a strong team player with excellent customer service. Includes Fridays and Saturdays. Employee discount, paid vacation and holidays. Application at Sonnewald.org.

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Relationship-oriented sales, part-time or full-time, overachievers welcome! Email your resume to Publisher@NaturalCentralPA.com.

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Cynthia Johannes-Beecher 1900 Orange St, West York 717-586-6494 • YorkYourYoga.com Your journey is our passion at Your Yoga. We welcome everyone to learn in a safe, inviting, no judgment studio located near the fairgrounds.

All body types welcome. Easy access with lots of free on-street parking.

Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Restorative, Chair and Gentle Yoga. See ad, page 6. u

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