The Earth Day Issue featuring Sustainable Travel, Local Eco-Friendly Businesses/Organizations, Learn the Essence of Qigong in NC, Explore the Trail Town of Elkin NC, Charlottean Enlightened by Tachyons, Dr. Melissa Ratliff on Listening to Patients, A Look at Single-Use Plastics and more. Natural Awakenings is a family of 45 healthy living magazines celebrating 30 years of providing the communities we serve with the tools and resources we all need to lead healthier lives on a healthy planet. Natural health, environment, sustainable living, fitness, natural pet health, conscious eating and alternative health options.