December 2022 Natural Awakenings South Central PA

Natural Virus Killer Copper can stop a virus

before it starts

By Doug Cornell

Scientists have discovered a natural way to kill germs fast.

Now thousands of people are using it against viruses and bacteria that cause illness.

Colds and many other illnesses start when viruses get in your nose and multiply. If you don’t stop them early, they spread and cause misery.

Hundreds of studies confirm copper kills viruses and bacteria almost instantly just by touch.

That’s why ancient Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. They didn’t know about viruses and bacteria, but now we do.

“The antimicrobial activity of copper is well established.” National Institutes of Health.

Scientists say copper’s high conductance disrupts the electrical balance in a microbe cell and destroys it in seconds.

The EPA recommended hospitals use copper for touch surfaces like faucets and doorknobs. This cut the spread of MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives.

The strong scientific evidence gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea. He made a smooth copper probe

with a tip to fit in the bottom of the nostril, where viruses collect.

When he felt a tickle in his nose like a cold about to start, he rubbed the copper gently in his nose for 60 seconds.

“It worked!” he exclaimed. “The cold never happened. I used to get 2-3 bad colds every year. Now I use my device whenever I feel a sign I am about to get sick.”

He hasn’t had a cold in 10 years.

Users say:

“It works! I love it!”

“I can’t believe how good my nose feels.”

“Is it supposed to work that fast?”

“One of the best presents ever.”

“Sixteen flights, not a sniffle!”

“Cold sores gone!”

“It saved me last holidays. The kids all got sick, but not me.”

“I am shocked! My sinus cleared, no more headache, no more congestion.”

“Best sleep I’ve had in years!”

After his first success with it, he asked relatives and friends to try it. They all said it worked, so he patented CopperZap® and put it on the market.

Soon hundreds of people had tried it. 99% said copper worked if they used it right away at the first sign of germs, like a tickle in the nose or a scratchy throat.

Longtime users say they haven’t been sick in years. They have less stress, less medical costs, and more time to enjoy life.

Soon people found other things they could use it against.

Colds Flu

Virus variants

Sinus trouble

Cold sores

Fever blisters

Canker sores

Strep throat Night stuffiness

Morning congestion

Nasal drip

Infected sores

Infected wounds Styes Warts Ringworm Other microbial threats

The handle is curved and textured to increase contact. Copper can kill germs picked up on fingers and hands after you touch things other people have touched.

The EPA says copper works just as well when tarnished.

Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the science teams. He placed millions of viruses on a copper surface. “They started to die literally as soon as they touched it.”

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Statements are not intended as product health claims and have not been evaluated by the FDA. Not claimed to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

New research: Copper kills viruses in seconds.

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Change is inevitable. Growth is optional.

~ John C. Maxwell

Arepeating theme has come up in many conversations I’ve had recently. “I can’t believe the holidays are here already. Time is going by so fast.” Rather than discussing the philosophy of time as a manmade construct, a more appropriate question is that posed in this month’s feature, “Transforming Our World,” about how equipped we are as individuals, families, groups and societies to adapt to the changes that occur over time.

Senior writer Linda Sechrist aptly quotes thought leader Laureen Golden: “Psychologically, we were raised, educated and socialized in a world that no longer really exists. We have a new world that we must navigate and we need a new psychology, a whole new way of being for that world.”

A similar thought from social philosopher Eric Hoffer in 1973 concurs: “In times of change, the learners will inherit the Earth, while the learned find themselves beautifully equipped to deal with a world that no longer exists.”

It takes focused effort to identify and drop old paradigms, and we need to collectively consider if we are ready to exert that effort. How will we most effectively be able to learn the skills and structures we need to succeed in a more complex world? Maybe we’re in luck. According to Sechrist, there is “an opportunity for us to access innovative methods of learning, discovery and connection.” However, she states, “These methods focus on an ethos of collaboration.” That last word makes me pause.

Based on the current trend toward increasing polarization on various fronts throughout our country and the world, asking for collaboration on key issues can be a challenge, yet here we are in the midst of chaos on the verge of transformation. Will we step up in a collective, collaborative effort, rise to the occasion and figure out how to survive and thrive in a new world with a new mindset? Only time will tell.

There’s a glimmer of hope from Sechrist as she concludes, “In these turbulent times when all the old boundaries are unravelling and all the old certainties are dissolving, there is a possibility for creative transformation if we work together.”

Even if politicians are slow to follow this path, there are business leaders, entrepreneurs, social activists, community leaders, academics and influencers among us that can take the helm and make a difference by collaborating and leading into a new world, which rightfully includes feeling good, living simply and laughing more. Stay open-hearted and be the change. Happy Holidays!

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Master Drumming Class at Studio Solomon

Solomon will conduct an All-Level Master Drum Class with Iyedun Ince from noon to 2 p.m., December 17, as the work to rebuild and grow the drumming community continues.

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Iyedun Ince

Leigh Wisotzkey, owner/instructor at Studio Solomon, says, “Our community has always shown up to learn more and have the master class experience, but our ability to support visiting and master drum teachers really took a hit during COVID. This year, we’re fortunate to be able to leverage times when master drummers are already performing locally and make the studio a stop for a master drum class.”

Ince is a musician and folklorist born in Harlem. His father and uncle are percussionists, and his mother, a dancer, founded the International African American Ballet, where he received his first formal training in West African music and dance, and participated in his first performance at the age of 4.

Cost is $30, preregistration is required at StudioSolomon.com. Location: 310 S. 10th St., Lemoyne. For more information, call 717-329-2955 or email StudioSolomon@aol.com.

Yoga for the Holidays

Brownstone Station

Wellness Center will be offering minisessions from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and four backto-back yoga classes starting at 9:30 a.m., on December 4. There will also be an all-day bake sale, vendors and locally handcrafted soap by Adrienne’s Herbals at 20 percent off. Hershey Professional Giftwrapping will be onsite to wrap presents purchased onsite or BYO from home.

Proceeds benefit Lower Dauphin Falcon Packs Food Program, Cocoa Packs Presents and The Ronald McDonald House.

Admission is free, but individual classes and mini-sessions are donation-based. Location: 320 E. 2nd St., Ste. B, Hummelstown. For more information, call 717-927-7500, email Info@BrownstoneStation.com or visit BrownstoneStation.com/ upcoming-events.

Monthly Trauma and Grief Support Group

Carrie Tet koskie, a cranial sacral practitioner, reiki master and registered nurse (RN) with a bach elor’s degree in psychology, is the owner of Loving Heart Blissful Soul. She provides a monthly trauma and grief support group that will meet next from 6 to 8 p.m., December 11. The evening includes meditation and techniques designed to heal the nervous system and physiological and psycho logical well-being. The support group is focused on relaxing the nervous system in order to promote healing from trauma, grief and chronic illness. Shar ing of experiences is optional.

Tetkoskie offers education and support in a group setting for individuals healing from trauma and grief, including chronic illness. She has volunteered at a domestic violence shelter, worked with children and adults experiencing mental illness and implemented treatment plans for children on an outpatient basis. She also worked as a RN in the emergency depart ment for 11 years and has more than 12 years of nursing experience with trauma and critical care.

Cost is $13. Location: 5015 E. Trindle Rd., Mechanicsburg. Register at 717-775-8100 or online at SageMedicineWellness.com. See ad, page 11.

COMING IN JANUARY

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Holistic practitioner and reiki master/teacher Heather AuxtSnelson has joined ReWeaving Balance to provide intuitive reiki sessions and spiritual coaching services. A one-hour intuitive reiki session is $75. A one-hour coaching session is $75. A onehour intuitive reiki session plus a 30-minute coaching session is $110. A one-hour intuitive reiki session plus a one-hour coaching session is $145.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and is an outpatient mental health counselor working with all ages, specializing in trauma-informed care, anxiety management and mindfulness. Reweaving owner Elizabeth Baublitz says, “She is passionate about integrating reiki and energy medicine with traditional treatments for trauma and mental health issues.”

Location: 5A Harrisburg Pike, Dillsburg. For more information, call 717-943-3765, email HeatherAuxt@gmail.com or visit ReweavingBalance.earth. See listing, page 34.

Practitioner Tanya Gore has joined the staff at Firefly Hollow Wellness Center. She provides reflexology, hot stone reflexology, Tibetan reflex therapy, Usui reiki, and Cryoskin services. Gore is also the facilitator of the Daughters of the Hollow monthly women’s circle at Firefly. After studying with the Baltimore School of Reflexology, Gore now holds national certification through the American Reflexology Certification Board and an Associate of Arts degree in Health Science. She is also a certified Usui reiki master; shamanic reiki master and Wild Women Project new moon circle facilitator. Gore is a member of the Reflexology Association of America, the Maryland Reflexology Association, the Pennsylvania Reflexology Organization and the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals

Location: 200 Farm Lane, York. For more information, call 717-814-9136, email FireflyHollowWellness@gmail.com or visit FireflyHolloWellness.com. See ads, pages 6 and 23.

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Serotonin Theory of Depression Debunked

The idea that depression is caused by a chemi cal imbalance specifically, a serotonin defi ciency has been popular and influential since the 1960s, leading to the wide use of antide pressants. A recent multi-institution study led by the University of Reading, in the UK, and published in Molecular Psychiatry has debunked this theory. The researchers did a systematic review of studies on the topic and found no convincing evidence of an association between serotonin and depression, and no support for the hypothesis that depression is caused by lowered serotonin activity or con centrations. The serotonin theory of depression has historically provided con vincing justification for the use of antidepressants and may discourage people from discontinuing treatment, potentially leading to lifelong dependence on such drugs.

Under-Appreciating the Benefits of Solitude

Getting lost in our thoughts may improve problem solving, increase creativity, enhance imagina tion and provide a better sense of self-worth. But in the digital age, with immediate and satisfying input at a finger’s tap, it is possible to be “solitude deprived,” says Cal Newport, a computer science professor at Georgetown University and author of Digital Minimalism. In a recent study in the Journal of Experimen tal Psychology, psychologists asked a group of more than 250 university students to sit and wait in a quiet room without doing anything. Researchers found that the students under-appreciated their enjoyment and engagement of “just thinking” and in stead favored technology-driven distractions like internet news-checking. The results suggest an inherent difficulty in accurately assessing how engaging just thinking can be, and may explain why people prefer keeping themselves busy rather than taking a moment for reflection and imagination in their daily lives.

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Kids Are Not Getting Enough Sleep

The American Academy of Pediatrics has long recommended that children between the ages of 6 and 12 years obtain nine to 12 hours of sleep per night for optimal health, yet kids are regularly getting less than this recom mended amount. In a recent study published in The Lancet, researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine investigated how insufficient sleep affects children’s behavioral problems, mental health, cognition, brain function and brain structure over a period of two years. They concluded that children that get less than nine hours of sleep per night have no table differences in brain regions that influence memory, intelligence and well-being compared to those that get more than nine hours. As kids’ schedules get busier and they spend more time in front of screens, their average sleep time has decreased. According to the researchers, such insufficiencies in early adolescence can lead to long-lasting neurocogni tive consequences.

Massage is More Than a Luxury

Daily life is filled with artificial additives, pesticides, junk food and environmen tal toxins that clog up and prevent a healthy and happy mind and body. A buildup of toxins in the body can cause pain, illnesses, lethargy, brain fog and sleeping difficulty, so it is important to find ways to get unclogged and move so the body can get rid of them.

Massage is an essential part of integrative medicine, with benefits to help the body restore itself from tox ins, injury, pain and more. The alter nating pressures strengthen and relax muscles and increase stimulation, releasing tension. The body can then get rid of the toxins through natural elimination processes.

Once the toxins are released and the body excretes them, a massage also increases blood circulation and allows more oxygen and nutrients to be absorbed by the body. It improves immune function and releases endor phins, the feelgood hormone.

Getting a massage on a consistent and frequent basis allows the body to return to its normal homeostasis (balance) and helps the toxins move more regularly, leading to a healthier, happier mind and body.

Brenda A. Baxter, LMT/PTA, a certi fied holistic MLD practitioner and owner of The Balance, located at 2201 Forest Hill Dr., Ste. 9, in Harrisburg, specializes in stress management and relaxation treatments. For more information, call 717-877-7533 or visit BalanceIsYours.com. See ad, page 23.

The Best Gift of All

TEACHING CHILDREN THE SPIRIT OF GIVING

by Madiha Saeed

Teaching children the value of generosity and kindness is not just good for the world, it is good for our kids, too. Studies have shown that acts of altruism can boost the immune system, lower blood pressure, increase self-esteem, reduce depression and lower stress levels. Selfless contributions also can foster a sense of belonging, whether they are donating material things, sharing their time or freely conveying love and kindness. A magnanimous child is repaid with benefits that nourish the body and soul.

Empathy and Mirror Neurons

To transform children into givers, they need to learn how to share and comprehend other people’s feelings. Known as cognitive empathy, it involves understanding another person’s emotions on an intellectual level, taking into consideration their situation and

anticipating how they might react.

Since the 1990s, scientists have been researching mirror neurons which respond to actions that we observe in the same way as when we actually perform those actions ourselves. These neurons play a considerable role in the development of speech, language, learning, emotional intelligence, empathy and understanding, so children need to see and receive acts of giving and love to become givers themselves.

Giving Heals

With mental health conditions in children on the rise, charitable behavior can improve their mental well-being and help them secrete “feel-good” chemicals in the brain like oxytocin, dopamine and serotonin. “I think helping our kids experience the happiness that comes from giving to others is probably one of the most valuable ways we can nurture generosity in them,” says Lara Aknin, an assistant professor of psychology at Simon Fraser University, in Canada. “It sets off this positive cycle. Giving makes people happy and happiness promotes giving.”

Functional MRIs of people that donate to charities have shown that the act of giving stimulates reward centers of the brain where endorphins are released. These hormones lower cortisol, improve blood circulation, lower blood pressure and heart rate, improve

Volunteering

Volunteering makes an immeasurable difference in the lives of others and creates a sense of purpose in the person doing it. Science has shown that engaging in volunteer work can decrease depression, reduce stress, increase longevity and help the person stay mentally and physically active. Volunteers get to meet others, develop new relationships and strengthen existing relationships with those that have similar goals and interests. There are many opportunities for children and parents to volunteer through school, religious and nonprofit organizations.

Random Acts of Kindness and Generosity

Random acts of kindness and generosity include smiling, holding the door open for someone and reaching out to loved ones. Include a child in these activities and encourage them to do the same. “When you see your children being generous, point it out and praise them,” recommends The Center for Parenting Education. “Help them put into words the positive feelings they may have as they help others.”

digestion, clear out toxins, help the immune system fight infections and renew energy to repair cells and fight cancer. Other benefits include lower inflammation overall, improved sleep, decreased feelings of restlessness and reductions in chronic pain.

Giving and Social Support

In a 2020 study reported in JAMA Network, researchers found that young adults ages 19 to 20 that perceived higher levels of social support—the feeling that there is someone they can depend on for help should they need it—were less likely to report depressive and anxiety symptoms or suicidal ideation one year later. The study also found that even in cases where people previously experienced mental health problems, social support was beneficial for mental health later on.

Love and secure attachments, such as those experienced through acts of giving, strengthen the body; help regulate emotions, attention and behavior; mitigate the effects of stress; and promote lifelong, healthy development.

The most important ingredient to develop a child with a healthy brain and body is love. Children need positive experiences for pathways in their brain and body to work. Developing empathy for themselves and others increases emotional strength and self-regulation. Improve the life of a child—physically, emotionally and spiritually—by teaching them the simple of act of giving.

Madiha Saeed, M.D., ABIHM, is the bestselling author of The Holistic RX, an international speaker, founder of HolisticMomMD.com and director of education for KnoWEwell.com.

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To transform children into givers, they need to learn how to share and comprehend other people’s feelings.

Merry Brunching

A HEALTHIER TWIST ON FAVORITE RECIPES

by Sheila Julson

When hosting a holiday brunch, it may be tempting to serve breakfast and lunch classics like quiche, eggs Benedict and huevos ran cheros, but many of these dishes can be full of hidden calories, unhealthy fats and too much sodium. With a few easy modifica tions, healthier versions are possible.

According to Jessica Levinson, a New York registered dietitian and author of 52-Week Meal Planner, it’s important to read nutrition labels, remove empty calories and introduce nutritious alternatives. As an example, yogurt and granola parfaits may seem innocent, but are often loaded with added sugar. “A serving size of most granolas is only one-quarter of a cup, which isn’t much, so use granola sparingly,” she says, adding that parfaits made with low-fat Greek yogurt and fresh fruit instead of jam are healthier choices.

Traditional quiches are usually made with heavy cream and a buttery pie crust. Levinson recommends a crustless vegetable frittata instead, as it is naturally gluten-free. “

If you don’t want to skip the crust alto gether, look for a pre-made, whole wheat crust or make your own,” she says. To eliminate dairy, consider using non-dairy milk and omitting cheese in the recipe.

For eggs Benedict, Levinson suggests skipping the hollandaise sauce, topping the poached eggs with mashed avocado and using a whole grain bread or English muffin for the base. “Instead of ham, try smoked salmon, which has beneficial omega-3 fatty acids,” she says.

Whole grain oats are a heart-healthy option, but oatmeal served brûlée-style is topped with additional sugar, notes Frances Largeman-Roth, a New York registered dietitian and author of Smoothies & Juices. “It’s better to opt for oatmeal and fruit, with a drizzle of real maple syrup,” she

says. Largeman-Roth likes mixing savory and sweet, to add variety and protein to the brunch plate. “Instead of just hav ing a stack of pancakes, split it with your friends or family, and then have a small, veggie-filled omelet. You’ll feel much more satisfied.”

Planning the Holiday Brunch Spread

When putting together a menu, Levinson advocates incorporating all of the com ponents of a balanced meal: lean protein, carbohydrates from whole grains, fruit and veggies, and low-fat dairy or plant-based substitutes. She says, “If you’re making pan cakes or waffles, use whole grain flour when possible, and serve with a side of yogurt, fresh fruit and real maple syrup.”

According to Largeman-Roth, egg lovers will enjoy a veggie-packed omelet or frittata with either potatoes or bread on the side, but not both. Watch out for fried foods and use sauces and cream sparingly or find substitutes. If the family is dining out, she cautions that brunch dishes are often served with extra sauces and syrups, adding so dium and sugar. “Try to ask for them on the side,” she advises. “It’s not about completely avoiding them, but it’s nice to be able to control the amount that you’re adding to your pancakes or waffles.”

Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and regu lar contributor to Natural Awakenings.

CRANBERRY MIMOSAS

Cranberries put a holiday twist on a classic mimosa. Drier champagnes or sparkling wines are lower in sugar. Making cranberry juice from scratch with sweeteners like maple syrup or honey is a natural alternative to commercial cranberry juice. Prepare the cranberry juice the night before serving.

YIELD: 4 TO 8 SERVINGS

4 cups homemade (recipe below) or storebought cranberry juice

1 cup orange juice

1 bottle drier champagne, such as Ultra Brut Rosemary sprigs for garnish

Fill four champagne flutes or glassware of choice approxi mately halfway with cranberry juice. Add 2 Tbsp orange juice to each glass.

Top each glass with champagne. Garnish with sprig of rosemary. Refill as desired.

Recipe courtesy of Sheila Julson.

HOMEMADE CRANBERRY JUICE

3 cups fresh cranberries

3 cups water

½ cup pure maple syrup or honey

Put fresh cranberries and water in a pot and bring to a boil. Turn heat to low and simmer for approximately 15 minutes until the berries soften and pop.

Using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the berries and return the juice to the pan. (Use leftover cranberries in smoothies, yogurt or relish.)

Gradually add maple syrup or honey until desired sweetness is achieved. Heat on low until sweetener dissolves.

Pour juice into an airtight bottle and refrigerate.

Recipe courtesy of Sheila Julson.

SHAKSHUKA

This healthy dish is a crowd-pleaser any time of year. It’s also gluten-free and can be modi fied based on whatever veggies are on hand. Omit the feta cheese for a diary-free option.

YIELD: 4 TO 6 SERVINGS

2 Tbsp olive oil

1 cup diced yellow onion

1 Serrano or jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced

1 cup diced yellow bell pepper

1 cup diced green zucchini

1 cup diced yellow summer squash

2 large garlic cloves, minced (1 heaping Tbsp)

1 tsp ground cumin

½ tsp turmeric

1 tsp sweet paprika

26-28 oz diced tomatoes

2 Tbsp tomato paste

2 tsp honey

1 tsp cider vinegar

1 cup corn, frozen, fresh or canned ½ tsp kosher salt

Freshly ground pepper

¾ cup crumbled feta cheese

4 large eggs

Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional) Za’atar, for garnish (optional)

Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet (straight-sided skillet is preferable). Add onions; sauté 2 minutes. Add Serrano pepper and bell peppers; sauté 4 minutes. Add zucchini and summer squash; sauté 5 minutes. Add garlic, cumin, turmeric and paprika; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Reduce heat to medium and add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, honey, cider vinegar and corn; stir in salt and pepper. Simmer for about 10-12 minutes until the sauce has thick ened and reduced.

Turn off the heat and press the crumbled feta into the tomato sauce. With the back of a spoon, make 4 indentations in the sauce. Crack eggs one at a time into a small bowl and pour into each of the 4 indentations. Carefully drag a spatula gently through the egg whites, being sure not to disturb the yolks. Simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes, gently stirring the sauce and basting the eggs with the sauce. Cover and cook another 3 to

5 minutes for runny eggs. Cook longer for well-done eggs.

Serve with a sprinkling of parsley and za’atar, if desired.

Recipe courtesy of Jessica Levinson.

SHEET PAN PROTEIN PANCAKES WITH BERRY SWIRL

Cooked on a sheet pan, these pancakes make cleanup a breeze and can be pre pared the night before. Buttermilk and protein powder add satisfying nutrients.

YIELD: 12 SERVINGS

Cooking spray

2 cups buttermilk

2 eggs, beaten

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

4 Tbsp melted ghee or unsalted butter

⅓ cup maple syrup

1¼ cups whole wheat flour

1 cup all-purpose flour

¼ cup vanilla protein powder

1 tsp baking soda

2 tsp baking powder

½ tsp sea salt

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FOR THE SWIRL:

½ cup strawberries

½ cup blueberries

½ cup raspberries

1 tsp brown sugar

Powdered sugar, for topping

Preheat oven to 425° F. Line an 11-by-17inch, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray parchment and sides of pan with cooking spray.

Whisk the buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, ghee and maple syrup together in a medium bowl. Set aside. In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients—whole wheat flour and salt. Add the wet ingredients to the dry in three additions until just mixed. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

Blend the berry swirl ingredients in a blender until smooth. Add ½ teaspoon of water if mixture is too stiff. Add small dol lops of the berry mixture to the top of the pancake batter. Drag a wooden toothpick or skewer through the berry mixture to create a swirled pattern.

Place the pan in the oven and bake for 11 minutes, until lightly golden. Let cool for about 5 minutes, then sprinkle with powdered sugar. Cut into 12 squares with a knife. Enjoy warm with maple syrup. Can be stored in the fridge for up to two days.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Frances Largeman-Roth.

Transforming Our World

WORKING TOGETHER FOR MEANINGFUL CHANGE

by Linda Sechrist

With all the chaos occurring in the world today, it is challenging to remain centered and not feel overwhelmed. Every shocking headline seems to pull the proverbial rug out from under us. Thought leader Laureen Golden explains the dilemma this way: “Psychologically, we were raised, educated and socialized in a world that no longer really exists. We have a new world that we must navigate, and we need a new psychology, a whole new way of being for that world. Reducing, compartmentalizing, separating things in order to understand them no longer works for us. It’s going to take work to get out of this paradigm.”

Drawing from her background in education and social work, Golden ponders, “How does that new psychology develop when all our institutions charged with cultivating consciousness— schools, families, religious institutions and organizations—are set in the 19th and 20th centuries? Since learning is how we go from one paradigm to another, where do we go to learn the skills and the structures we need to be successful in such a complex world? We can’t do it individually. We must learn in collectives.”

The paradigm shift envisioned by Golden offers an opportunity for us to access innovative methods of learning, discovery and connection, such as sociocracy (a self-governance system based

on the equality of its mem bers); systems thinking (an approach to complexity that looks at the whole and ana lyzes relationships, rather than splitting it into smaller pieces); permaculture (exploring natu ral ecosystems as a whole); circle methods (thinking things through as a group); and Indigenous wisdom (fo cusing on the interconnected ness of all things).

All of these methods focus on an ethos of collaboration and teach us how to discern wisdom, which is different than knowledge. By engaging in these conversations and explorations, we learn that if we tug on any one part of the web of life, we tug the whole web—an important analogy for our times.

A Beloved Community

Co-Creating

an Island of Sanity Through Collaboration

Instead of shouting, “The sky is falling, and the seas are rising,” in response to a world that is unraveling and expe riencing the growing realities of global warming, residents of St. Petersburg, Florida, are embracing resilience. To prove that the future is born in webs of human conversation, the city is counting on collective intelligence to emerge.

Among the tools city participants are employing is The World Café, developed by Juanita Brown and David Isaac, which allows people to host group conversations around thoughtful questions. The concept is designed to evoke deeper listening and give rise to solutions for today’s challenges in a more conscious, intentional and strategic way. Forty citizens have taken The World Café facilita tion course. Employing a simple and flexible format for hosting large group dialogue, this methodology enables participants to clarify the context, create hospitable space, explore questions that matter, encourage everyone’s contribution, connect diverse perspectives, listen together for patterns and insights, and share collective discoveries.

Other important work being applied is that of bestselling author and longtime community organizer Margaret Wheatley. Her training, which is designed to cultivate what she calls “Warriors of the Human Spirit,” arouses people’s inherent generosity, creativity, compassion and need for community. Known as a big-systems thinker throughout her 45-year career, Wheatley has concluded

that the only opportunity for change is at the local level. Ques tions that encourage collective learning became integral to creat ing cohesiveness in St. Petersburg this year.

Dr. Donella Meadows’ “systems thinking” has helped St. Peters burg participants understand that living systems begin as net works, shift to intentional communities of practice and evolve into powerful systems capable of influence. Also instructive has been “complexity theory”, which helped participants recognize human systems as organizations, families and communities.

“The city leaders felt conversations were important enough to invest $20,000 to cultivate a culture of conversational leadership in the neighborhoods. Another $25,000 was granted by the Com munity Foundation of Tampa Bay to research the outcomes. Now, the Florida Council of Churches, University of South Florida, Community Foundation of Tampa Bay and The Connection Partners have received a Community Vibrancy grant of $14,500 to pilot conversations in three neighborhoods, spreading the skills in creating participatory democracy. Participants will host conversations in their own neighborhoods,” says St. Petersburg resident Sharon Joy Kleitsch, founder of The Connection Partners and a longtime catalyst for applying strategic actions based on the new sciences of complexity theory, strategic thinking and quantum science.

“Those who have used World Café as a tool know that a culture of conversational leadership offers citizens the opportunity to experience a sense of oneness and connectedness. We’ve explored what happens when we share feelings of care, compassion and appreciation toward a beloved community,” says Kleitsch. “We found that group resonance, profound personal involvement and deeply engrossing, interactive conversation sup ports a City of Compassion and an International City of Peace, which St. Petersburg was chosen to be. I want to be sure that people understand that we do not have answers. Together, we are exploring pathways and listening for the answers to emerge.”

Since 2020, a thoughtfully selected group of Florida activists—including partici pants from St. Petersburg— have been holding weekly on line Zoom conversations that matter. In 2021, they were joined by participants from Ohio to study the Capra

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Course, which is based on The Systems View of Life: A Unifying Vision by bestselling author Fritjof Capra

“What we discovered after only two weeks was that we were ourselves a living system connecting to itself and be coming self-organized,” says Kleitsch. “We became aware that we were learning together. We were sharing what we were learning around subjects such as honoring Indigenous peoples, local food systems, the human right to clean water, reimaging capitalism and many more subjects. We’ve also bifurcated into a Sarasota [Florida] cohort. The key is, we were not random. We were a self-selected study group learning collaboratively, which is the best way I recommend activists study the Capra Course.”

Argerie Vasilakes, who is re searching outcomes, explains that her work is dedicated to helping teams, communities and organizations become more coherent. “I start with traditional ways of thinking about our relationships with nature that native peoples have never forgotten—humans are part of nature, not apart from nature,” she explains. “To me, human organizations, com munities, families and govern ments are also part of nature and examples of natural ecosystems. So, I naturally look at things from a living systems perspective.” Vasilakes advises, “In a group that is learning together, such as those in the St. Petersburg neighborhoods, group conversations organized around questions specifically crafted for the context and desired purpose of the World Café evoke a deeper kind of listening, the most important factor determining the success of a Café. They spark learning conversations that can produce insights and innovation for meeting the challenges they face. Through practicing shared listening and paying attention to themes, patterns and insights, partici pants begin to sense a connec tion to the larger whole.”

According to Wheatley, the important work is to foster critical connections. She believes it is not necessary to convince large numbers of people to change; instead, she suggests we connect with kin dred spirits. Through these re lationships and tools like The World Café, we can develop the new knowledge, practices and commitment that lead to broad-based change.

Wheatley sometimes opens her interviews with an ancient Hopi prophecy that reads as if it were applicable to our current times: “Here now is a river flowing very fast. It is so great and swift that there are those who will be afraid, who will try to hold on to the shore. They are being torn apart and will suffer greatly. The elders say, ‘Let go of the shore, push off and go into the middle of the river. Keep your heads above the water. Know the river has its destination.’ The elders say, ‘See who is in there with you and celebrate.’ At this time in history, we are to take nothing seriously; least of all, ourselves. Gather yourselves. Everything we do now must be done in a spirit of celebration, for we are the ones we’ve been waiting for.”

Seeing who is in the river of chaos with us, we can choose to re spond with, “How can I serve with what I have, where I am?” This is what any Warrior of the Human Spirit would say because in the same river of chaos, there are also the seeds of transformation. In these turbulent times when all the old boundaries are unravelling and all the old certainties are dissolving, there is a possibility for creative transformation if we work together.

Linda Sechrist is Natural Awakenings’ senior staff writer.

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Tis the season for giving – and there’s no better way to fulfill a gift list than from a local small business whenever possible. Be mindful to choose gifts that celebrate eco-consciousness, sustainability and healthy, holistic living. Santa’s elves have compiled a brief list of gift ideas to get started.

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“Scent~You~Well”: Experience our new allnatural Reiki by Rickie signature essential oil line called “Scent~You~Well”. A luscious blend of rose, jasmine, ylangylang, and white lotus with a touch of clary sage for grounding and balancing. Products include mist ($18), rollon ($15), massage/body oil ($26) and bubble bath ($20). Expand your senses and raise your vibration! (ReikiByRickie.com, in Harrisburg).

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 Auriculotherapy Session: Many clients at The Center of Balance benefit from this form of acupressure also known as ear seeds/reflexology. The ear, a microsystem of the body, reflects current imbalances, and stimulating specific ear points can have a therapeutic effect on many emotional, inflammatory, digestive and endocrine conditions. Book an initial 30-minute session for yourself or as a gift for free. (TheCenterOfBalanceLLC.com, in Greencastle).

 HealthyLine Infrared Crystal Mats – Share the benefits of an infrared crystal mat, which promotes increased circulation, decreased pain, deep relaxation, reduced stress, improved sleep and detoxification. Great for children and pets, it uses five different natural therapies to enhance wellness, including heated gemstones, far-infrared heat, negative ions, photon light and PEMF waves. Starting at $159. (FireflyHollowWellness.com, in York).

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Aura Photography and Report: A gift certificate for an aura photo makes a great gift for all ages! It is personal and fun to discover the colors you are expressing, what they mean and to learn about the seven main chakras. Includes a 28-page report with a plethora of details that are reviewed at the time of the aura photo. $33. (Gracefull-Heart.com, in Carlisle).

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The Gift of Health: Carlisle Bowen Works has been winning awards year after year for their effective alternative therapies. A gift certificate includes a wide range of services to choose from; massage, medical qigong, pastoral counseling, reiki, Bowen therapy and more. Dollar amount of your choice. (CarlisleBowenWorkPA.com, in Mechanicsburg).

For more gift ideas, see our complete Local Holiday Shopping Guide online at NaturalCentralPA.com/businesses.

PICKLEBALL IS BOOMING

GET INTO A PICKLE FOR HOLIDAY FITNESS

by Jyl Steinback

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Forget the gherkins and dills this holiday season; there’s another pickle in town. This one offers a great way to get in shape, increase happiness and bond with family and friends. It’s pickleball: a simple-to-learn sport that requires less run ning than tennis and can be played both indoors and outdoors. Players use oversized ping pong-style paddles to hit a wiffle ball over a low net on a badminton-sized court.

The Economist , and other media, say pickleball is America’s fastest growing sport. While seniors are particularly drawn to it, it is also catching on with all ages. “The fastpaced games make it easier for kids to stay engaged, as well as socialize with their peers,” says Sarah Ansboury, director of pickleball at Palmetto Dunes, in South Carolina. “Many families do pickleball events for holidays and reunions. Pickleball enables people of all ages to participate.”

According to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), there are 4.8 million pickleball players in America, with 51 percent between 6 and 34 years of age. At the end of 2021, there were 9,524 pickleball courts across the U.S.

In 2020, Mecklenburg County, in the Charlotte, North Carolina, area, opened the eightcourt John Stevens Pickleball Center, the eighth facility in the county where citizens can play the game. Since 2014, the number of public and private courts in the same region has soared from two to more than 100.

The SFIA says growth is happening across the country, with participation spiking 40 percent during the pandemic. In Florida, St. Lucie County unveiled four new courts at its Lakewood Regional Park in September. Even bars are getting into the act, such as Dale Z’s, in Milwaukee, which christened its pickleball court in the same month.

Being a super athlete is not a prereq uisite for playing the game, according to Mac McCullough, a pickleballer in Scotts dale, Arizona. “I used to play other sports, but running and tennis got harder on my knees,” he says. “Pickleball has a lower net and a smaller court, so you aren’t running as much. Still, it gives you a good workout and it’s easier on your joints.”

A 2016 study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise c onfirms that pickleball provides a good workout. According to the researchers, average heart rate and peak heart rate were higher during pickleball than when walking. Participants burned 40 percent more calories in 30 minutes of the sport than in 30 minutes of walking. Additionally, the study concludes, “Pickleball is more enjoyable than walking at a self-selected speed.”

Dr. Dennis Pena, a podiatrist from Phoenix, says the game has improved his hand-eye coordination. “The more I play pickleball, the better my balance, coordi nation and movement get,” he says. “It’s a good cardio workout, and I just feel better overall when I play regularly.”

A study from Western State Colorado University indicates that pickleball fosters many health benefits over a wide range of ages. The study followed 15 people between 40 to 85 that played for an hour three times

per week. All participants showed improvement in cardio fitness, blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Research has confirmed that exercise boosts endorphins, which reduces stress and improves overall sense of well-being. A 2018 study from a group of researchers in the U.S. and South Korea showed that pickleball can help stave off depression, too. It reported that although depression rates are increasing in the U.S., people involved in “serious leisure” such as pickleball are less prone to depression.

It’s not just older people that can benefit from the recreational activity. Teen obesity rates have skyrocketed nationwide, much of it due to a lack of exercise. Pickleball could help combat this. It is fun, easy to learn, boosts cardio fitness and can be played just about anywhere. Some colleges are now even offering pickleball scholarships.

Holly Fitzgerald, a physical therapist from Woburn, Massachusetts, gives this advice on how to get ready to play the game:

Squats with body mass can help develop and stretch quadriceps and hamstrings, enabling the ability to compress leg muscles swiftly and consistently. This will help reduce gravitational pull to address the pickleball as it comes at us.

Large arm circles will stretch muscles and prepare them for the considerable movements that occur when striking a ball.

Exercises that develop the core, such as core twisting, are also beneficial.

Places2Play.org provides a search engine to help find a court anywhere in America. Pickleball is a great way to get family and friends together over the holidays and beyond. It is fun, helps nurture relationships and it is a lot healthier than grazing on holiday leftovers while scanning social media.

Jyl Steinback is the executive director of Shape Up US, creator of the Hip Hope Healthy Heart Program for Children, an author and a recipient of a Community Leadership Award from the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition. Reach her at Jyl@ShapeUpUS.org.

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Good Vibrations

THE HEALING POWER OF SOUND

by Gayatri Bhaumik

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For centuries, humans have employed sound in an attempt to heal and cure. The ancient Greeks believed in the power of music, using flutes, lyres and zith ers to treat illness and vibrations to allevi ate mental disorders. Even today, military battalions play music to boost morale.

“Research shows that vibrations are the lan guage of the body,” says Kyle Godfrey-Ryan, the founder of TUNE, a New York-based tech system designed to recalibrate the nervous system with sounds. “When we work with sound, we’re working with vibra tions that can rebalance the nervous system and flood the body with endorphins.”

According to Susy Markoe Schieffelin, a healing practitioner at The Copper Vessel, in Los Angeles, “Sound vibrations work on a cellular level to recalibrate the body. Sound shifts vibrations in the body, both through entrainment—a process by which the vibrations of one object transform to match the higher vibration of another ob ject—and by stimulating electric signals in the brain that support healing frequencies.”

Studies suggest that sound vibrations can unlock energy blockages, release tension and create calm and focus. For this reason, sound healing is frequently prescribed to manage conditions like anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Some practitioners also report anecdotal meta bolic improvements, from lower blood pressure and decreased cholesterol levels to improved sleep.

TUNE has worked with the National Institutes of Health and the Mayo Clinic to gain scientific backing for the brand’ s devices. “Our technology reduces stress by 54 percent in 15 minutes,” Godfrey-Ryan claims. “It also has a massive impact on

the circadian rhythm, so we’re able to prove better sleep quality, improved metabolism and reduced stress and anxiety.”

Sound healing can take many forms, and each type has specific applications. For example, Schieffelin explains, “Gongs and Ti betan bowls are very clearing and grounding, while crystal singing bowls feel more uplifting and elevating.” It is up to the individual to find a style that works for them and their intended results.

Singing Bowls

Originating in 12th-century Tibet, these metal bowls come in dif ferent sizes, each producing a specific sound vibration that is said to work on a particular part of the brain or body. Several-sized bowls often are used together to create a holistic healing approach. They can be placed directly on parts of the body to stimulate circulation and relax muscles. Singing bowls made of pure crystal quartz are popular for their pure sounds, and are believed to offer stress reduction, chakra balancing and mental clarity.

Gongs

Used in heal ing since about 4,000 B.C., gong baths, which combine different tones and melodies to fashion multi faceted vibra tions, may posi tively influence the mind and body by stimu lating the vagus nerve. Godfrey-Ryan advises, “Gongs are amazing for trauma release, but gong work is very heavy, so if you’ ve never played with sound before, this will be really intense.”

Vocal Toning

Numerous cultures— from ancient Egyptians to Tibetan throat sing ers—have their distinct forms of vocal toning. Hindu mantras can be especially powerful for some people because they harness the energy of specific words and intonations. Among practitioners, seven distinct tones have been linked to specific parts of the body. It is believed that these vibrations can balance the body’s cells and open energetic healing, leading to targeted benefits.

Tuning Forks

While musicians use these devices to ensure that their instruments are set to the correct pitch, they also can be held next to specific

parts of the body by individuals seeking healing vibrations, emo tional balance and pain relief. “Tuning forks are fun because you can have a very strong somatic reaction within a few seconds— they’re very powerful,” notes Godfrey-Ryan.

Solfeggio Frequencies

Solfeggio frequencies are musi cal tunes or sound patterns designed to stimulate the brain by syncing brain waves to specific healing fre quencies. Each of the seven most popular solfeggio frequencies sets out to target a certain purpose, from improving relationships and awakening intuition to navigating change and letting go of fear.

Binaural Beats

Binaural beats are soundscapes that create a gap between different frequencies. For example, the tune might have a tone of 210 Hertz (Hz) in the left ear and 200 Hz in the right ear, producing an illu sory tone of 10 Hz, also known as a binaural beat. Brainwaves are thought to automatically align themselves with this auditory tone, which may be useful for improving focus and reducing stress.

Sound healing is finding a permanent place in modern wellness culture as more people experience its rewards. While there are myriad ways to use sound vibrations for healing purposes, it is up to each individual to find the style that resonates with them and achieves the improvements they seek. With regular practice, they may even find relief that is cumulative and long-lasting.

Gayatri Bhaumik is a professional writer and editor. For more information, visit GayatriBhaumik.com.

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Holiday Treats for Cats and Dogs

by Tonya Wilhelm

The holidays are a great time to connect with loved ones, including family pets. Although treats bring such joy to their lives, keep in mind that not all foods around the holiday table are safe for dogs and cats. There are, however, plenty of pet-safe ingredients, some of which are actu ally beneficial.

Cranberries, for ex ample, have been clas sified as a “superfood”, which means they provide many beneficial nutrients and antioxidants, such as vitamins C, E and K, plus manganese. They are also high in fiber, which sup ports gut health. When feeding them to a pet, it is important to choose 100 percent cranberries that do not contain any sugars or preservatives.

When cooking up a batch of pet treats, coconut flour is healthier than the traditional, all-purpose flour, because it contains more fiber, protein and healthy fats. It is also glutenfree, making it a better alternative for pets with allergies.

Beef gelatin is chock-full of health benefits for pets, as it contains amino acids that help break down food, repair body tissue, support the immune system and provide energy. Among its numerous advantages, gelatin strengthens bones, muscles and cartilage, while also improving gut health, skin and fur. Always check the ingredient list. Use 100 percent gelatin and make sure there is nothing else included, especially Xylitol or birch sugar.

Sweet potatoes provide a wealth of nutrients from which both dogs and cats can benefit. They are a good source of fiber and high in antioxidants, including beta carotene, which is rich in vitamin A and supports good cognition and lung strength.

Turkey breast supplies a wide range of B vitamins, including B6 and B 12. It also

provides iron, potassium, zinc and selenium, which help support a healthy immune system.

All of these treats make great pres ents. Place them in a decorative container and gift them to pet-loving friends and family.

Tonya Wilhelm is a professional dog trainer with a holistic approach. For more informa tion, visit RaisingYourPetsNaturally.com.

For more, see “pet recipe”, page 32.

SWEET POTATO GUMMIES

This recipe is cat-friendly, but a kitty may not dive into the delight.

YIELD: DEPENDS ON MOLD SIZE

3 cups water

½ cup sweet potato

3 Tbsp beef gelatin

Silicone molds and cookie sheet

Measuring cup with a spout for pouring Boil 2 cups of water. Remove the skin from a sweet potato. Dice the sweet potato and place ½ cup into the boiling water. Boil until the sweet potato is soft and then drain it. Mash the sweet potato into a smooth consistency and set it next to the stove.

In a small saucepan, boil one cup of water. Once the water reaches a boil, quickly whisk in the gelatin. When the gelatin is dissolved, lower the heat and add the mashed sweet potato and stir over the heat. Pour the mixture into the measuring cup. Then quickly pour the hot liquid into the silicone molds. Don’t fill to the top.

Because many silicone molds are floppy, place them on a cookie sheet prior to filling them.

The molds will need to be refrigerated to cool, so find a spot before pouring. Be ready: The gelatin will start to set up very quickly. Carefully place the molds into the refrigerator to set up for approximately three hours.

Remove the treats from the molds and break them into bite-sized pieces before feeding to pets. Store the gummies in a glass container in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze until ready to serve. Thaw completely before serving.

HEALTHY CRANBERRY MUFFINS

FOR PETS

These muffins are full of flavor and nutrition, and are healthy for both dogs and cats, although a finicky cat may turn her nose up to them.

YIELD: VARIES

1 cup coconut flour

5 eggs

⅓ apple or ⅓ cup diced apple

⅓ cup liquid (water, or bone broth)

2 cups water

¼ cup cranberries

2 Tbsp melted coconut oil

1 tsp baking soda

Preheat the oven to 350° F. Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water. Place 2 cups of water into a saucepan and bring to a boil. Place the clean cranberries into the water and boil until they pop, approximately 5 minutes. Remove from heat and strain the cranberries. Set the cranberries aside to cool.

Remove the seeds and core from the apple. Dice ⅓ of the apple into small bits.

Mix the flour, eggs, apple, ⅓ cup liquid, melted coconut oil, cooked cranberries and baking soda in a large mixing bowl until well-blended.

Grease a muffin tin with coconut oil. Fill the muffin tins ⅔ full and place them into the oven. Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Carefully remove and place on a cooling rack. Serve as a special treat. Place treats in a glass container and refrigerate for up to three days or freeze until ready to serve.Thaw completely before serving.

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A Feast of Light

by Marlaina Donato

Despite the whirlwind of our to-do and places-to-go lists, the wheel of the year turns once more, allowing us to close another chapter of our lives with grace. If we take a breath, we might notice December’s invitation to kick off our shoes, curl up in our favorite chair and drop down into our heart space.

Whether we light scented candles for ambience, drink cocoa while sitting around a bonfire or continue time-honored spiritual customs, welcoming the light can ignite hope when we need it most. By cultivating the inner sun, that place deep within us that blazes with resilience and plenty, we not only fortify ourselves, but everyone around us. Throughout the year, many of us invest in making healthy choices, but neglect soul sustenance. Swapping trivial distractions for more face-to-face conversations, answering someone’s forgotten email or bringing a homemade pot of soup to a neighbor that is busy packing for a move creates a feast of light during all seasons.

“Thousands of candles can be lit from a single candle,” wrote Gautama Buddha, and perhaps we would be astounded to see how far the smallest gesture can travel. Inviting a friend that has no family to a

holiday dinner or out for coffee, spending more quality time with a child or buying a gift card for the receptionist at the dental office begets a chain reaction of small joys. When we fill our bellies with everyday magic, slow down to finish a cup of tea, turn off the news and notice the crescent moon nestled in the twilight, we become more inclined to feel blessed.

A few worthy inspirations to pass along:

Make it a spiritual offering to choose joy today

Close the year by letting go of a grievance or an outdated belief

Tell someone how they bring light into your life

Share a favorite book that is inspiring 

Acquire a new source of light—a lantern or salt lamp—for your favorite room  Leave an uplifting quote on a loved one’s voicemail

Marlaina Donato is an author, painter and composer. Connect at WildflowerLady.com.

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calendar of events

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2

Basic Glass Fusing Class – 10am. Learn the basics of fusing glass. tools used, design techniques and types of glass used. Create one-of-a-kind piece (appx 2”x1 1/2”) All supplies provided. $20. The Center of Balance LLC, 29 N Jefferson St, Greencastle. 717643-1404. TheCenterOfBalanceLLC.com.

Restorative Yoga and Reiki – 6-7:30pm. With Dawn Tule. Enjoy the healing benefits of reiki as you relax and rejuvenate body, mind and spirit. No yoga experience needed. $30. Blue Morpho, 9 N Baltimore Ave, Mt. Holly Springs. Register: Mel laLunaStudios.simpletix.com.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3

Intuitive Tarot Readings – 10am-4:30pm. Also Dec 17. 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 $80/ hr. Gracefull Heart, 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle. Preregister: 717-240-0400 or Info@Gracefull-Heart.com.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4

Mystic Sound Immersion – 11am-12pm. 1st Sun (not held Jan 1). With Jennifer Rabenstein. Allow the vibrations of sound to guide you into a medita tive state where you can experience grounding, healing and transformational shifts. $22. ReWeav ing Balance, 5A Harrisburg Pk, Dillsburg. 717-7567079. ReWeavingBalance.Earth.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6

Reflexology and Ion Foot Cleanse – Dec 6-8. 9am-6pm. 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. AltaViewWellness.com.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7

Shamanic Journey and Sound Healing Around the Stargate – 7-9pm. With Linda Gareh-Apple gate, 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.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9

Open House: The Center of Balance, LLC and The Wreathery – 9am-4pm. Purchase a fresh, fragrant one-of-a-kind wreath or swag, decorated or undecorated. Check out The Center of Balance, LLC’s table of unique art, jewelry and gifts available. The Wreathery, 2657 Airport Rd, Chambersburg. 717-643-1404. TheCenterOfBalanceLLC.com.

Sip & See: Holistic & Transformative Aesthetics – 5:30-8pm. Cryoskin is an all-natural, non-invasive way to permanently eliminate fat, tighten and tone, reduce the appearance of cellulite and wrinkles, and increase elasticity and collagen in the skin without any downtime. Free. Firefly Hollow Ho listic Wellness, 200 Farm Ln, York. 717-814-9136. FireflyHollowWellness.com.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10

Archangel Michael, Mother Mary, Padre Pio Channeling – 10am-4pm. With Pat Cassel. Mes sages from Archangel Michael and the Angels, and

potent healing energies from Mother Mary and Padre Pio are awaiting you. $100/hr, $60/30 mins. Grace full Heart, 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle. Pre-register: 717-240-0400 or Info@Gracefull-Heart.com.

Tarot Readings – 10am-5pm. Reader John Tucker answers questions through the tarot in these private sessions. Hour or half-hour options. $100. Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Har risburg. Pre-registration required: 717-221-0133 or AltaViewWellness.com.

Walk-In Acupuncture – 10:30am-12:30pm. 2nd Sat. A 20-min seated acupuncture treatment using ear (auricular) and head points. Donation. Blue Mountain Acupuncture, 5521 Carlisle Pk, Ste B, Mechanics burg. 717-516-1080. BlueMountainAcu.com.

Reiki Clinic – 1-4pm. Provides technique practice for reiki students as well as assists local citizens who can benefit from reiki treatments. All welcome. Free; donations welcome. Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness, 200 Farm Ln, York. 717-814-9136. FireflyHollowWellness.com.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11

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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11

Trauma & Grief Support Group – 6-8pm. Join Carrie Tetkoskie, RN, BSN, for her monthly support group. She will also review techniques designed to heal your nervous system, physi ological and psychological well-being. $13. Sage Integrative Medicine & Wellness, 5015 E Trindle Rd, Mechanicsburg. 717-775-8100. SageMedicineWellness.com.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 12

Harp and Handbells Holiday Concert – 7pm. Hear Louis Lynch (harpist) and the First UMC Handbell Choir (15th yr performing at the library) for a holiday concert filled with a variety of music to soothe and rest your soul. Free. Fredricksen Library, 100 N 19th St, Camp Hill. 717-761-3900. FredricksenLibrary.org.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13

Psychic Readings – 10am-5pm. Psychic William Stillman connects to the spirit realm to bring forth messages in private, 1-hr sessions. Bring photo of loved one (living or deceased). $200 cash only. Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. Pre-registration required: 717-221-0133 or AltaViewWellness.com.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15

Basic Stone Wire Wrapping – 5-6pm. Learn the ba sics of stone wire wrapping, the tools used, the basic and specialty techniques, and create a unique piece of jewelry. All supplies provided. $15. The Center of Balance LLC, 29 N Jefferson St, Greencastle. 717643-1404. TheCenterOfBalanceLLC.com.

Sound Healing Meditation – 7-8pm. With Julie Moffitt. Experience the beautiful sounds of healing and tranquility. Hear the beautiful soothing sounds of metal and crystal singing bowls, chimes, gongs, drums and voice. $15. Reiki by Rickie, ReikiSpace & Learning Place, 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Har risburg. 717-599-2299. ReikiByRickie.com.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17

Decoupage Class – 10-11am. Last chance to create a beautiful decoupaged item (box, clay pot, or letter) as a last-minute gift for that special someone. All supplies provided. Welcome to bring some small items for own unique personalization. $18. The Cen ter of Balance LLC, 29 N Jefferson St, Greencastle. 717-643-1404. TheCenterOfBalanceLLC.com.

Intuitive Tarot Readings – 10am-4:30pm. See Dec 3 listing. Gracefull Heart, 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle. Pre-register: 717-240-0400 or Info@ Gracefull-Heart.com.

Psychic Readings – 10am-5pm. See Dec 13 listing. Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. Pre-registration required: 717-221-0133 or AltaViewWellness.com.

Empower 2023: Law of Attraction in Action & Vi sion Boards – 1-5pm. In preparing for New Year’s resolutions, it is important for us to get real with our goals, as well as take action steps to get there. $70. Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness, 200 Farm Ln, York. 717-814-9136. FireflyHollowWellness.com.

Mocktails & Psychic Gallery – 5-7pm. With Kara Lovehart. Enjoy alcohol-free mocktails with recipe cards and a group psychic gallery reading. $40. Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness, 200 Farm Ln, York. 717-814-9136. FireflyHollowWellness.com.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18

RickieReiki Play Day – 10am-5pm. Dive deeper into your reiki practice with this fun, relaxing and energetic healing day. $100. Reiki by Rickie, Reiki Space & Learning Place, 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Harrisburg. 717-599-2299. ReikiByRickie.com.

Winter Solstice Collective Shamanic Crystal Healing – 4-6pm. 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, Har risburg. Pre-registration required: 717-770-9109 or AltaViewWellness.com.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20

Creative Paint Night – 6-8pm. 3rd Tues. As an intui tive artist, Jennifer Rabenstein loves to show others how they can let that creativity flow whether doing a guided painting, modifying a guided painting, or going rogue and creating their own unique piece. $33. ReWeaving Balance, 5A Harrisburg Pk, Dillsburg. 717-943-4833. ReWeavingBalance.Earth.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25

Christmas Yoga – 10:30am. Appropriate for all levels and provides a calming opening meditation fol lowed by a gentle yoga flow. Free. Your Yoga, 1900 Orange St, York. 717-856-6494. YorkYourYoga.com.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29

Shamanic Journey for Healing and Clarity – 6:307:45pm. With Dawn Tule. Meet with your animal guides and spirit helpers who will take you on a journey to receive healing and clarity around issues in your life. $20. ReWeaving Balance, 5A Harrisburg Pk, Dillsburg. Register: MellaLunaStudios.simpletix.com.

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green living

Sustainable Holidays Easy Tips for an Eco-Friendly Season

From Thanks giving to New Year’s Day, Americans throw away more trash than at any other time of the year. You can reduce consumption and lessen environmental impacts this holiday season without subtracting any of the joy.

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Holiday Volunteering

The Gift of Giving

The holiday season is a time for giving. To get into the spirit, people can volunteer time and treasure to meaningful causes and underprivileged individuals. Here are volunteering ideas for you to consider this holiday.

wise words

Jeffrey Rediger on the Science of Miraculous Recoveries

Rediger, a board-certified psychiatrist, Harvard assistant professor and medical director at McLean Hospital, discusses why some people beat the odds and explains why spirituality is an integral part of the healing process.

health brief

Ultra-Processed Food Linked with Cancer and Mortality Risks

A new study supports the public health importance of staying away from ultraprocessed foods, finding a significant association with colorectal cancer in men.

pet recipe

Easy Turkey Jerky for Pets

This easy turkey recipe will have felines purring with delight. It’s a healthy snack for a cat and a great dog-training treat for the clever pooch.

community resource guide

This print guide connects you to local leaders in our community. The u symbol at the end of a listing indicates the practitioner also has a Premium Online Business Listing in the Directory at NaturalCentralPA.com, where they share more information, offers, coupons, reviews, events, articles, videos and photos. For a compilation of all premium online business listings in the Online Directory & Local Guides, see page 25.

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 HEALING

Dawn R. Tule 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 21. 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. See ad, page 21. u

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

LOVING HEART BLISSFUL SOUL

Carrie Tetkoskie, RN 5015 E Trindle Rd, Mechanicsburg 717-775-8100 LovingHeartBlissfulSoul@gmail.com

A Cranial Sacral Therapy (CST) practice. CST promotes the body’s ability to heal and bring itself back to balance. Carrie incorporates her critical care experience as a RN, psychology degree and training to optimize treatments and help to relax the nervous system, better regulate emotions and reduce tension within the body. See ad, page 11. u

THE ROOTS OF HEALTH

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. MSG009527.

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, fluoride-free, safe mercury removal, biocompatibility testing for dental material sensitivities, in-office ozone treatments, clear aligner orthodontics, Bruxism/tooth grinding guards. See ad, page 7. u

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 safe removal of mercury. Biocompatibility testing for individual choice of materials; use of ozone for protection. See ad, page 7. 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 21. 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 11. u

HOLISTIC PERSONAL TRAINING

BE HERE NOW

Andrew Acklin, CPT, CES, HLC 701 N Mountain Rd, Harrisburg  717-514-5630 • BeHereNowHBG.com

Be Here Now is a multifaceted, holistic training center with multiple offerings in one location. In addition to personalized fitness programs or sport specific training, we offer a holistic approach to weight loss, strength training, functional and corrective exercise, lifestyle coaching, nutrition, chiropractic, massage therapy, reiki and community events. u

MASSAGE

HAPPIE SOUL WELLNESS

Cristina L Boyle, LMT

5000 Lenker St, Ste 104, Mechanicsburg 717-254-7250 • www.HappieSoul.org

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 8 and 25. u

MATTRESSES NATURAL/ORGANIC

INTERIORS HOME SLEEP GALLERY

415 Simpson Ferry Rd, Camp Hill • 717-686-4000 351 Loucks Rd, Ste B 2, York • 717-922-6700 3130 Columbia Ave, Lancaster • 717-399-2000 InteriorsHome.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 17. 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 15. u Track

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 10. u

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 10. u

NATURAL PATHS TO WELLNESS

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

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 See ad, page 10. u

NATURAL PATHS TO WELLNESS

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 See ad, page 10. 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 10. u

PHYSICAL THERAPY

ZANG PHYSICAL THERAPY

Andrew Zang 3514 Trindle Rd, Camp Hill 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 11. 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. u

REIKI

REIKI BY RICKIE

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

In-store Nature’s Marketplace features natural foods, supplements, herbal remedies, and foods for special dietary needs. See ad, page 3. u

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

And now we welcome the new year, full of things that have never been.

~Rainer Maria Rilke

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

WELLNESS

BLUE MOUNTAIN ACUPUNCTURE

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

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

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 ads, pages 6 and 23. 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 15. 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. u

WHOLISTICALLY SIMPLE RX

Dr. Tia McLaughlin East Berlin & virtually 717-885-6638 • DrTiaMcLaughlin.com

Learn to get to the root cause of chronic diseases, autoimmune, gut issues or Celiac Disease – Dr. Tia is a functional medicine practitioner and health coach who helps reverse symptoms through a whole-body approach. Receive one-onone coaching, lab evaluations, health consults and a private group. u

YOGA

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

START A CAREER YOU CAN BE PASSIONATE ABOUT – Publish your own Natural Awaken ings magazine. Home-based business complete with comprehensive training and support system. New franchises are available or purchase a magazine that is currently publishing. Call 239-530-1377 or visit NaturalAwakenings.com/mymagazine.

ENERGY WORK

GRIEF

FACILITATION & EDUCATION

– Learn about what happens to the body when experiencing the trauma associated with grief, so you can heal quicker and move beyond the grief. Speaker and facilitator, Asha Scatchard is avail able for personal facilitation and group presenta tions. Visit EnergyBodyWorks.com and Tinyurl. com/Asha-HER-Summit. 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. See ad, back cover.

YOUR YOGA

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 21. u

MASSAGE THERAPISTS & HOLISTIC PROFESSIONALS – Full- or part-time. Team-led, fun and supportive work environment. Send resumes to FireflyHollowWellness@gmail.com. Apply or learn more at FireflyHollowWellness.com. 717-8149136. See ads, pages 6 and 23.

SALESPERSON/COMMUNITY LIAISON

– Natural Awakenings is looking for the right person with a passion for building relationships and selling print and digital advertising in the healthy, holistic and sustainable niches in South Central PA, as an independent contractor, partor full-time. Email your resume to Publisher@ NaturalCentralPA.com.

ORGANIC SKINCARE

PERMANENT SKIN REJUVENATION THAT WILL NOT REVERT! – Z3 is the answer to instant de-aging for men and women. Increase collagen and elastin. Reverse the aging process using red algae, the strongest antioxidant and free radical scavenger in nature. Rebuild the dermal cell structure using plant therapy biomimetic tripeptides. Retail pricing available. Lifetime wholesale pricing available for a small one-time fee. View promo at LookYoungZ3.com. Order at EssanteOrganics.com/SLStecher. 717-571-7084.