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This month’s Fit Body article, “Taking a Silent Hike,” on page 42, offers great tips on walking mindfully in nature, and really speaks to me because nature has become my go-to source for peace, comfort and clarity. I love listening to nature and observing the subtle changes that occur daily. Nature has taught me to trust the journey and have faith in what is to come. I listen to the birds, the trees and universal messages. For me, nature is where I find my flow—where I have my most creative thoughts and seem to easily discover ingenious solutions to everyday challenges. I feel daily time spent in nature is key to my health and happiness, and I suspect most healthcare professionals would agree.

Being fully present has allowed miracles to flow into my life. The past is gone and the future is not here yet. Staying in the moment and appreciating what each day has to offer simplifies my life and allows me to live in joy. Our Wise Words article, “Mark Mincolla on the Healing Power of Our Superconsciousness,” on page 30, explains this beautifully.

Our feature, “Raising a Well-Rounded Child,” on page 26, is not only useful for parents, grandparents and others with children in their lives. In fact, all of us can benefit from the simple-yet-important life skills the article addresses such as being mindful, fostering creativity, connecting with nature, and learning to take a breath and feel grounded.

Have you heard that what you think and what you say are powerful tools for creating the life you want? The article in this month’s Inspiration department, “Change Your Words, Change Your Life,” on page 38, sums this up wonderfully. I have learned to pivot my thinking to what feels good now. Thinking and saying things like “I am ready to be ready” allow my heart and soul to be loving, open and eager to embrace each day.

If you have been thinking of trying something new, then be sure to see our News Briefs section on pages 6 through 10. If you are interested in healthy places to eat and shop, our Foodie Guide on page 21 is a great resource. And if you are seeking to find local happenings like yoga with horses, men and women’s healing circles, wilderness walks, farmers markets, educational lectures, yoga and qigong classes, a summer writing course or a sunflower extravaganza, then do check out our monthly calendars on pages 44 through 50. You can find even more happenings in our online calendar at WakeUpNaturally.com.

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New Retreat Series Begins at Mariandale

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he Center at Mariandale, in Ossining, is offering an exciting new Adults Under 45 Retreat Weekend series.

The first in the lineup is the Great Resignation Weekend Retreat for ‘80s and ‘90s Babies, beginning at 7 p.m. on September 2 and rounding up by 1:30 p.m. on September 4. Young adults in their 20s through 40s are welcome. The View from The Center at Mariandale retreat cost includes all meals.

Attendees will address the following question, How do we come together around a shared commitment to justice?

Together, they will ask how they live, how they are treating each other, and what they are looking for in a shared ethical code. In addition to exploring these issues, there will be plenty for retreat goers to do, along with doing absolutely nothing if that is what they prefer.

“Relax in a private guest room and enjoy healthy, creative meals in our dining room.

Come to rest, renew, read, meditate, write, paint or just be in the peacefulness of our retreat center, surrounded by 61 acres of nature along the Hudson,” says Jane Hanley, the center’s marketing strategist.

The center sponsors retreats and programs in numerous areas, including spirituality; contemplative practices; social and environmental justice; interfaith dialogue; the arts; and wellness of body, mind and spirit.

Cost: $250. Location: The Center at Mariandale, 299 N. Highland Ave., Ossining, NY. For more information, including a full schedule of events, visit Mariandale.org. See ad, back cover.

Wilderness Day Walks Bring Many Health Benefits

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n Japan, the practice of forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is about immersing oneself in the forest and soaking in the atmosphere through the senses.

Inspired by this and other nature-based practices, Bianca Di Salvo offers both in-person and remote wilderness day walks designed to foster greater physical, psychological and spiritual health.

“My half- and full-day walks offer a wealth of opportunity. People report improved clarity of purpose, releasing things that are holding Bianca Di Salvo them back, and a greater sense of overall wellbeing,” she says. A growing body of research shows benefits like lower blood pressure, a stronger immune system and a lifted mood, to name just a few.

Upcoming wilderness day walks include a remote walk on August 20 and September 10 and an in-person walk on September 24 in lower Westchester County.

For more information, call 914.771.8784, email bianca@wildernessdaywalk.com or visit WildernessDayWalk.com. See ad, page 43.

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Augmented Reality in Scarsdale

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or years, Dr. Samantha Slotnick and her team of vision therapists have been helping patients train their 3D visual skills with a variety of specialized tools, including stereo viewers (with the light blue instrument shown in the background of the photo) and polarized slides for 3D glasses (beige slide holder visible as well). In her Scarsdale office, computerized 3D software has always taken a back seat to these triedPatient explores augmented reality and-true vision therapy for vision therapy. experiences. “Patients can train splinter skills with computerized software,” explains Slotnick, “but the motor skills don’t necessarily transfer to perceptual changes in real space unless a therapist is actively engaging with the patient.”

However, when Slotnick recognized that the newest technology—augmented reality—could bring the best aspects of computerized therapy into free space, she says she jumped at the opportunity to upgrade the patient experience. Powerful binocular vision therapy software has been designed to work with the Microsoft HoloLens headset. The office has been buzzing with excitement over colorful, moving stereo targets floating in midair between chairs and through mirrors, according to Slotnick.

“The augmented reality system is a valuable addition to our therapy armamentarium,” says Slotnick. “The software projects 3D images into the space of the room with specialized translucent screens. The patient can actually see right through the goggles like a pair of glasses, with additional images layered right into real space!”

The system also helps the therapy team keep track of patient progress. “The headset actively monitors the patient’s eye posture, and it can even automatically adjust images to help the patient recover binocular fusion once the image moves beyond the patient’s viewing range,” says Slotnick. “Front-facing cameras monitor the patient’s hands, which allows patients to aim for floating images and get visual feedback as they touch virtual targets!”

“The best affirmation is that children and adults are immediately able to connect the virtual 3D images with real-world objects,” adds Slotnick. “Already, patients are reporting a greater appreciation for depth, after just a few minutes exploring augmented reality. They are amazed by the experience.”

Dr. Samantha Slotnick is a behavioral optometrist with offices at 495 Central Park Ave., Ste. 301, Scarsdale, NY. For more information, call 914.874.1177 or visit DrSlotnick.com. See ad, page 29.

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new CBD retailer in White Plains, Your CBD Store, will have a soft opening the second week in August, followed by a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony in September, with the date to still be determined.

After successfully opening their initial location in Wappingers Falls last July, husband and wife team Yvette and Jose Sanchez set out to open a second franchise location in the White Plains community with the goal to help their customers find a more holistic approach for improving their health.

The world’s largest brick-and-mortar CBD retailer, Your CBD Store has over 600 locations, and only sells products made by SunMed, a CBD manufacturer that uses third party lab testing, is certified USDA organic and only sources hemp grown in the USA. “We are very different because we use a special CO2 extraction process, which eliminates the need for chemical solvents to produce a high-quality, full-spectrum CBD,” says Your CBD Store owner, Jose Sanchez. “We also provide a broad-spectrum option which is extracted further to remove all traces of THC for customers who are drug tested.”

Inspired to teach others about the therapeutic uses of CBD, the Sanchez duo hopes to continue SunMed’s founding emphasis on education and community, which has helped dismiss misconceptions about hemp derived products.

“We focus on improving the lives of our customers by providing a safe learning environment where people can try products and leave knowing what’s in their CBD product,” says Yvette Sanchez.

Location: Your CBD Store, 365 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains, NY (off the corner of Livingston Avenue). For more information, call 914.358.9748 or visit GetSunMed.com. See ad, page 41.

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Michael Gulbrandsen at the Asian strolling garden he recently completed creating.

Workshop Wisdom: Four Upcoming Meditative Walks

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he founder of Nature’s Whispers, Michael “Pondhawk” Gulbrandsen, will offer four upcoming workshops this autumn and winter, starting on October 23. This is part of a regular series of programs, workshops and meditative walks led by Gulbrandsen across Dutchess County.

According to Gulbrandsen, Nature’s Whispers was founded so he could teach others how to make a meaningful connection to Grandmother Earth and its inhabitants. During these walks, Gulbrandsen shares mindfulness meditation techniques to help attendees observe the details of the natural world.

“We teach you how to see the smallest detail in the forest, dragonfly wings on a log, or how to look for the signs that nature is offering. A red-tailed hawk flying at your windshield, for example, so you slow down and miss being in the accident up ahead,” he says.

On October 23, Gulbrandsen will lead Wisdom from the Council of the Rocks in Patterson. The workshop begins with a Council ceremony, followed by a guided nature walk that focuses on reading signs and symbols from the forest.

The next fall workshop, Journey of the Bear Ceremony and Walk, will be held on November 13, in Patterson, where Gulbrandsen says participants have the opportunity to see the forest from the eyes of the four-legged and become one with nature.

On December 11, Finding the Mother Tree, a guided walk that teaches students to identify different species of trees that play important roles in their ecosystems, will be held in Dover Plains.

The final winter workshop, Walk in the Shoes of a Deer, will be held on January 15, in Patterson, where Gulbrandsen says participants will learn to connect with animals by following their tracks in the snow covered forest.

“You have to pause and take in the magic, slow down your senses. See the forest from the squirrel’s eyes and listen to nature’s whispers,” Gulbrandsen says.

For more information, please contact Michael “Pondhawk” Gulbrandsen at 845.489.7250, WalkingTheTrail16@gmail.com or MeditativeWalks.com. See ad, page 43.

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Certification Course in Ayurvedic Health Counseling

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r. Somesh Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and naturopathic physician, will begin offering a year-long certification course in Ayurvedic Health Counseling (AHC) starting September 17 and 18. The course will be held online and will follow the curriculum of the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, says Kaushik.

An AHC is trained to focus on preventive health care and health promotion, with a specific focus on diet and lifestyle through traditional Ayurvedic principles and practices. The AHC curriculum of 650 hours consists of a series of lectures, clinical practicum, self-study, and case reports. Certification includes four areas of concentration: the concepts of Ayurveda, its history and philosophy, skills and competencies, as well as recommendations, treatment and other interventions. The course will meet one weekend a month (Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.), with additional weekends if necessary. An internship is advised for completion of the course.

Kaushik has been practicing Ayurveda for more than 35 years.

He received his training as an Ayurvedic physician at Kurukshetra University, India, and as a naturopathic doctor at the University of Bridgeport, Connecticut. In addition, he holds a dual MA in Public Health and Public Administration from the University of Alabama. He has taught Ayurvedic medicine at the Graduate Institute, University of Bridgeport, and National University of Natural Medicine, and has lectured about Ayurveda throughout the U.S. Kaushik recently founded the Institute for the Advancement of Ayurvedic Sciences, a research and teaching institution.

For application and tuition information, call 646.670.6725; email drkaushik@drkaushik.com. Dr. Kaushik’s Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Clinic, 792 Rte. 35, Cross River, NY. See ad, page 9.

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In-Person Shamanic Teachings

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piritual healer and teacher Eileen O’Hare has returned to teaching in person and is offering several Intro to Shamanism one-day workshops at the Healing House, in Beacon, as well as a year-long intensive Medicine Spiral 15 course in Beacon.

The workshop—a prerequisite for Medicine Spiral 15—will be offered from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. August 21, August 28 and September 2. Medicine Spiral 15 will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. the second Saturday of every month beginning September 10 through August 12, 2023. If weather or COVID-19 requires, the course will move online.

“Teaching shamanism is my joy,” shares O’Hare. “Gathering kindred spirits into a coherent spiritual healing community is my jam. These ways save my life every day, and sharing them is my destiny.”

With regard to her teaching style, O’Hare says: “I am a weaver.

My teachings are rooted in the healing traditions of the Andes, while including threads from other ancient spiritual traditions and current techniques brought to us by neuroscience.”

During the Intro to Shamanism workshop, participants will learn about the fundamentals of shamanic practice, including 7 sacred directions, 5 elements, 3 worlds, energy-clearing practices, spirit guides and totem animals. While this one-day immersion is a prerequisite for Medicine Spiral 15, O’Hare says, “It’s a great standalone teaching, even if you’re not interested in Spiral.”

According to O’Hare, Medicine Spiral 15 is a good fit for those ready to do deep healing work; those yearning to find a safe, sacred space; those ready to learn tools and techniques to offer healing energy; and those ready to join in a powerful process of cleansing and clearing, balancing and harmonizing, and illuminating their own energy.

Medicine Spiral 15 participants will be initiated into the mystical, healing ways of the Bundled Mesa Carrier tradition from the Q’ero in Peru. The course will include working with ancestors; deep personal work; healing tools, techniques and transmissions; and the Munay-ki rites.

“Come and join the fun,” enthuses O’Hare. “Become a cherished member of a vibrant, spiritual healing community.”

Cost: $150 for workshop; preregistration required. Location: The Healing House, in Beacon, NY. For more information or to register, call 914.456.7789 or visit EileenOHare.com. See ad, page 17.

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Life Energy Arts Gala Event and Sale of Originals

First Energy Bagua Walking Meditation Class in Westchester Begins August 22

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he Bodhi Meditation Society, a nonprofit dedicated to teaching meditation, will bring the area’s first Energy Bagua walking meditation class for adults ages 18 and older to the Westchester Community College, in Valhalla, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., August 22 to 28.

Designed to replenish and balance the body’s energy levels, Energy Bagua is an easy-to-learn walking meditation that uses circular motions to increase the body’s vitality, promote mental and physical fitness, and improve health. Grandmaster JinBodhi used Energy Bagua to recover from his childhood illnesses, and was inspired to teach others who seek better health.

Energy Bagua helps students tap into the Universe’s energy through movements that mirror the flow of nature. This form of meditation is ideal for practitioners who prefer a dynamic alternative to the traditional, seated meditation practice.

“I have seen consistent practitioners benefit from a better sleep quality, find relief from joint pain and lower their blood pressure and sugar levels,” says Energy Bagua instructor, Guan Shan.

Participants should wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.

While individual results may vary, the overall response to Energy Bagua is a reported increase in overall wellbeing. The registration deadline is August 11.

Cost: $180. Location: Westchester Community College, 75 Grasslands Rd, Valhalla, NY. For more information or to register, call Kristen at 914.330.5650 and visit Energy-Bagua.com/en. See ad, page 7.

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he Life Energy Arts Gallery will honor Dr. John Diamond, a longtime holistic physician known for his therapeutic use of the arts, at a new exhibit, “The Power of the Stillpoint: Original Paintings by John Diamond, M.D.,” from 5 to 7 p.m., on August 6.

The event offers the chance to celebrate what would have been Diamond’s 88th birthday in August, and will feature selected original stillpoint paintings, which are rarely available for sale, as well as his original photography.

The Life Energy Arts Gallery “He lived a life using creativity to enhance his own and other’s well-being, and his art reflects it,” says Karla Booth, director of the Life Energy Arts Gallery.

A big part of Diamond’s mission was helping people understand the holistic benefits of the creative arts, with the goal of enhancing not just their own lives, but also their loved ones, so both the community and the individual can heal.

An avid photographer, painter, and writer, he also played the drums with his beloved band, the Diamond Jubilators, says Booth.

Diamond led a distinguished career lecturing around the globe, working alongside people from diverse backgrounds to cultivate and share their creativity.

The event will also feature live music and refreshments.

Location: Life Energy Arts Gallery, 11-13 E. Main St, 2nd Floor (above Mount Kisco Sports), Mount Kisco, NY. To schedule an appointment or book a tour, call Karla at 914.218.3350, email Karla@LifeEnergyArts.com or visit LifeEnergyArts.gallery.

Healing in Paradise

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erry Sutton, founder of Ocean Dreams Cancer Healing Center, will conduct a Healing and Wellness Retreat in Paradise from December 5 through 9 in Islamorada, Florida. The retreat gives patients with cancer and other diseases, along with their caregivers, the chance to experience hope, healing, education and relief from day-to-day stress and learn to improve the quality of their lives together.

The beautiful Florida Keys offer clean air, blue skies, blue water, warm temperatures and all the health-healing ingredients of paradise. During this five-day, all-inclusive retreat, guests can explore healing modalities that complement their current medical protocol and discover how to treat the entire mind, body and spirit through breathing techniques, nutrition, drinking filtered water, stretching, joint manipulation, massage, acupuncture, music therapy, reiki, grounding, reflexology, meditation, herbal medicine and more. They can also play in the water, go fishing or relax in the sun.

Cost is $850 to $2,850, with an early bird discount for reservations made prior to Aug. 20.

Location: Ragged Edge Resort & Marina, 243 Treasure Harbor Dr., Islamorada, FL. For more information, call 305.393.9921, email odchc2019@gmail.com or visit OceanDreamsHealing.org.

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Fishkill Town Board Votes Yes for Spay/ Neuter Program

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ith unanimous votes from the Fishkill Town Board, and a generous contribution from Will Spay Pets, Fishkill residents can now purchase vouchers for $25 at the town clerk’s office to be used at the monthly mobile Fishkill clinic to cover spay/neuter surgery, rabies vaccine, ear cleaning and nail trim for their pet cat or for a community cat under their care.

Low-cost spay/neuter for cats has been available in the heart of Fishkill each month via The Animal Rights Alliance Inc. (T.A.R.A.) mobile clinic, organized

by Stray H.E.L.P. and hosted by Trinity Episcopal Church’s Parish House.

Stray H.E.L.P. volunteers expanded this service from an annual community day to a monthly clinic to meet community needs. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Stray H.E.L.P. has seen a rise in requests for financial assistance to help cover the cost of spaying/neutering cats.

“People are hurting,” says Kim Marrow, Stray H.E.L.P. vice president. “They want to responsibly care for their cat, but they are having to decide where to cut expenses.

We thank Councilwoman Louise Danielle for bringing this program for consideration to the board, and we thank the board for unanimously voting to establish a spay/ neuter program for Fishkill residents.”

For more information about Stray H.E.L.P. or to view available cats and kittens for adoption, visit StrayHelp.org. See ad on this page.

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With 82 percent of Americans using apps like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, scrolling through social media has become an unconscious automatic behavior for many. But that distraction comes with a price, indicates a new study by the UK’s University of Bath. Half of the 154 participants ages 18 to 72 stopped using virtually all social media for one week, reducing their average usage time from eight hours to 21 minutes for that period. After the seven days, they showed significant improvements in their well-being, depression and anxiety scores compared to those in a control group that did not take such a break.

“Scrolling social media is so ubiquitous that many of us do it almost without thinking, from the moment we wake up to when we close our eyes at night,” says lead researcher Jeff Lambert. “But if you are spending hours each week scrolling and you feel it is negatively impacting you, it could be worth cutting down on your usage to see if it helps.”

Eat Green and Orange Produce to Lower Dementia Risk

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Green veggies and orange fruits can help stave off dementia, according to new findings from the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute on Aging. Researchers gave 7,283 people physical exams and blood tests, and then monitored them for dementia symptoms for 16 years. Those with higher levels of lutein, zeaxanthin and beta-cryptoxanthin in their blood had significantly less incidence of dementia compared to those with lower levels of these antioxidants. Lutein and zeaxanthin are found in green, leafy vegetables like spinach, kale, peas and broccoli. Beta-cryptoxanthin is found in orange fruits like papaya, oranges and persimmons.

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The key role that the microbiome plays in children’s health has been documented in a new study that links gut health to symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism. Researchers from Oregon Health & Science University and the National University of Natural Medicine tested 135 children with ADHD that took no medication. For eight weeks, half of the children took a placebo and half took vitamin and mineral supplements at doses between the recommended daily allowance and what is considered the upper tolerable limit. The ones taking the micronutrients were three times more likely to show symptomatic improvement on blinded clinician ratings, compared to those in the placebo group (54 percent versus 18 percent).

Avoid Anti-Inflammatory Drugs to Lower Long-Term Pain Risk Taking anti-inflammatory drugs for pain relief can actually lead to chronic long-term pain, say researchers from Canada’s McGill University in the journal Science Translational Medicine. They found evidence of less healing in 98 lower back pain patients that took steroids or a non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) compared to participants that did not take such medications. A similar study on mice led to the conclusion that NSAIDs and steroids increased the tendency for prolonged, chronic pain. Examples of NSAIDs are ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac, celecoxib and high-dose aspirin.

Analyzing the records of 500,000 people in the UK, the researchers also found that those taking anti-inflammatory drugs to treat pain were more likely to still have that pain two to 10 years later. The study authors theorize that lowering inflammation blocks the activity of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell that sets the stage for tissue damage repair. “Inflammation occurs for a reason, and it looks like it’s dangerous to interfere with it,” says senior author Jeffrey S. Mogil, Ph.D.

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Follow a Mediterranean Diet to Tackle Depression Depression has risen during the pandemic among people ages 18 to 24. A recent Rutgers University survey found that half of a group of young adults reported moderate or severe symptoms of depression and another 23 percent noted milder symptoms.

A new Australian study points to an effective strategy: a Mediterranean diet. Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney tested 72 men with depression between 18 and 25 years of age. After 12 weeks, those in the group that ate colorful vegetables, legumes, whole grains, oily fish, olive oil and raw, unsalted nuts had significantly lower levels of depression and reported a higher quality of life compared to those in the control group that did not cut back on fast foods, sugar and red meats.

“We were surprised by how willing the young men were to take on a new diet,” says lead researcher Jessica Bayes. “Many were keen to continue the diet once the study ended, which shows how effective, tolerable and worthwhile they found the intervention. It suggests that medical doctors and psychologists should consider referring depressed young men to a nutritionist or dietitian as an important component of treating clinical depression.”

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Native Voices

The United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) called on governments, courts and UN agencies to implement mechanisms to support and protect Indigenous peoples’ lands and lives in its 21st session, as well as more opportunities to participate in the General Assembly process. Although Indigenous voices are currently heard, their role is constricted because only UNPFII members can make recommendations to other bodies like the Economic and Social Council or UNESCO. Indigenous nations, communities and non-governmental organizations cannot vote or speak to UN bodies, including the General Assembly, without an invitation.

At the forum, Indigenous representatives and leaders discussed how dangerous mining practices driving the green energy transition are threatening Indigenous peoples around the world, how harmful conservation practices are impacting traditional territories and the need for urgent attention on violence against Indigenous land defenders and women. Geoffrey Roth, a Standing Rock Sioux descendent and UNPFII member, says, “A basic first step for enhanced participation would be the United Nations recognizing that tribes have a right to be here and have a right to be able to attend.” With enhanced participation, they can engage equally with member states to ensure rights are protected and concerns are heard.

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The once-common sight of public smoking is fast disappearing from society, but cigarette butts are still the most common source of plastic pollution in the global environment, not bottles, plastic bags or food wrappers. Smokers generate almost 900,000 tons of toxic waste annually, deposited on streets, landfills, rivers and beaches in every country. They take 10 or more years to degrade, releasing more than 7,000 toxic chemicals into the environment. The Ocean Conservancy found partially digested cigarette butts in 70 percent of seabirds and 30 percent of sea turtles sampled in one study. The industry sponsors clean-ups, anti-littering campaigns and other gestures to distract the public, say critics. Cigarettes could theoretically be banned if they were treated as single-use plastics.

Smokeless and chewing forms of tobacco like gutka and khaini are sold in South Asia, with millions of their plastic pouches littering the environment. From the mining of materials for batteries to metal and plastic waste leaching into soil and water, electronic tobacco and nicotine products such as vaping are creating a new wave of pollution. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reported last year that lithium-ion batteries are entering municipal waste systems because consumers dispose of these products labeled as disposable in household trash.

To better track the location and movement of marine fish in U.S. waters, The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries is using a new interactive website, the Distribution Mapping and Analysis Portal. It demonstrates that the ranges of many marine species are shifting, expanding and contracting in response to changing ocean conditions. Intended to improve data sharing and collaboration, it will facilitate judgements about fishery management and increase knowledge about species distribution.

The portal displays data from NOAA Fisheries bottom trawl surveys for five regions (Northeast, Southeast, Gulf of Mexico, West Coast and Alaska) and includes a map viewer and graphing capabilities for more than 800 marine fish and invertebrate species. Understanding where species are distributed and the factors that drive patterns are important for species conservation and management.

Rick Spinrad, Ph.D., NOAA administrator, says, “Changes in fish stocks can have significant economic and cultural impacts for communities and businesses across the U.S. The visualization capabilities of this new tool boost our ability to turn the data NOAA collects into robust decision-making resources for the entire fishery management community, helping build a climate-ready nation.”

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Planet-Friendly Picnicking Strategies for a Plastic-Free Outing

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Summer is the ideal time to break bread with loved ones, toss a Frisbee and celebrate the great outdoors, but too many of us believe that picnics require single-use plastics. In the name of convenience and easy cleanup, we bring plastic plates and cutlery, a stack of disposable cups and even a plastic tablecloth. When our fun in the sun is over, an avalanche of nonbiodegradable offenders ends up in landfills to pollute our environment and waterways.

It’s time to level up our picnicking game by going plastic-free. With a little planning, simple swap-outs are easy and less costly in the long run.

Here are a few tips.

Serve Homemade and Bulk Foods: Instead of processed goodies like chips and candy that come in plastic packaging, guests will love Mom’s gluten-free brownies and mixed nuts from the bulk aisle. Bring a chef’s knife and portable cutting board to slice fresh vegetables and a watermelon from the farmers market rather than precutting and stowing them in Ziploc bags.

Employ Reusable Containers and Bags: The same eco-friendly carriers we use at home can be taken to picnics, including cloth shopping bags, stainless steel food containers, beeswax wraps, Mason jars, reseal-

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able silicone pouches and cloth or knit drawstring bags for bulk items. Everything comes home and gets thrown into the washer for easy cleanup.

Get Ice Cubes from Home: Stopping for a plastic bag of ice from a convenience store seems synonymous with a picnic, but it’s time to break that bad habit. Put ice cubes from the freezer into a stainless steel food storage container and drop it in an insulated bag or cooler to keep items cold and provide clean ice for drinks.

Bring Reusable Plates and Utensils: While plates, cups and cutlery from our kitchens can perform double duty at picnics, more lightweight options made of eco-friendly materials like bamboo and stainless steel abound. Assign each person one reusable cup and a set of utensils for the gathering.

Offer Plastic-Free Drinks: Singleuse, plastic water bottles are out.

Bring big jugs of water and homemade lemonade or iced tea. Stainless steel straws complete the plasticfree replacement.

Unfold Real Tablecloths: Add charm with a couple of genuine tablecloths to drape over a picnic table and spread on the ground, with matching cloth napkins to boot. Then pop them in the laundry before the next outing.

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Laughing Gut Kombucha Taproom Celebrates One-Year Anniversary

ing its authentic tartness with sweetened fruit juices or too many competing flavors.

Laughing Gut is raw and unpasteurized.”

Their core flavors are Lavender; Star Anise & Orange Zest; Green Tea; Chamomile & Mint; Rooibos Ginger; and Butterfly Pea Flower & Rosemary. Their seasonal limited-release flavors include Chai Spice (fall and winter) and two main summer options: Jalapeno Lime and Lemon Balm & Hops.

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Adam Benziger serving customers at his Poughkeepsie taproom

t has been one year since the familyrun business Laughing Gut Kombucha opened its taproom in Poughkeepsie, providing those in the community with a unique brick-and-mortar destination to visit where they can relax and enjoy a great-tasting, healthy, nonalcoholic option on tap.

The taproom, which holds the distinction of being the first of its kind in the Mid-Hudson Valley region, is open to the public from 1 to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and sells eight flavors of kombucha on tap, plus a rotating selection of seasonal brews sold in cans, cups or refillable growlers. Laughing Gut Kombucha is also sold in retail locations throughout the Hudson Valley, in Brooklyn and other New York locations, as well as in the states of New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

“Kombucha is fermented tea; every brew begins as a big batch of sweetened tea, so our taproom menu embraces the theme

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After two-and-a-half years at the Poughkeepsie Open Kitchen, a shared kitchen space for food and beverage entrepreneurs, Laughing Gut moved into their own production facility and taproom off Main Street in Poughkeepsie. The taproom opened its doors on July 10, 2021. According to Nancy Benziger, “The taproom feature was an important component of the new brewery project—joining other small businesses looking to be a part of the city of Poughkeepsie’s revitalization efforts.”

‘it’s all about the tea’ and includes a variety of high-quality tea products, such as hot and flash-chilled tea, matcha shots and matcha lattes, in addition to a selection of loose-leaf teas. As a fermented product, health benefits include gut-friendly probiotics, organic acids and B vitamins—all important,” says owner/partner Nancy Benziger, who makes up one part of the trio behind Laughing Gut Kombucha. She and her husband, Kent Benziger, are business partners/collaborators and their son, Adam Benziger, fills the all-important role of being the brewer.

Laughing Gut’s Brewing Philosophy

According to Adam Benziger, their brewing philosophy is simple: “Brew a delicious base with a variety of great teas and botanicals; let it naturally ferment; add fresh, organically grown herbs and spices; and gently carbonate. We strive to capture the essence of kombucha without mask-

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Laughing Gut Kombucha taproom What’s in store for this growing family business? “Future plans include an outdoor patio space, food trucks, snacks and events,” shares Nancy Benziger.

Location: 289 Main St., Ste. 103, Poughkeepsie, NY. For more information, call 845.541.2722, email laughinggut1@gmail. com or visit LaughingGut.com.

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Sustainable Shellfish Superfood of the Sea

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he perfect food may not be underfoot, but rather, underwater. It’s delicious, fast-growing, nutritionally dense, sustainably produced, locally available from coast to coast and comes in nature’s own sturdy packaging. “Shellfish is the most sustainable protein on the planet.

There are no antibiotics, no pesticides, no fertilizer and no feed needed to raise shellfish,” says Bob Rheault, executive director of the East Coast Shellfish Growers Association, which represents 1,500 shellfish farmers from Maine to Florida.

Shellfish is a nutritional powerhouse, providing proteins, essential amino acids, long-chain polyunsaturated fats, vitamins and carotenoids. The drastically shorter life cycle of shellfish compared to other farmed seafood also means shellfish producers can generate more food more quickly.

Shellfish also offer many ecological benefits; they filter the water, remove excess nutrients and create habitat for juvenile fish, Rheault says. A single oyster can filter up to 50 gallons of water per day, according to the Oyster Recovery Partnership, an organization that restores reefs in conjunction with a shell recycling network of restaurants and public drop sites across the mid-Atlantic region.

Ray Hilborn, a biologist and professor at the University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, in Seattle, has compared the relative environmental costs of different food sources, including grains, poultry and imitation, plant-based meats. He has found that farmed shellfish, specifically mollusks like oysters, clams and mussels, provide the lowest impact protein of them all. “Shellfish has a very low carbon footprint and enormous yield per area,” he

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Ray Hilborn says. “Mussel farms, for example, are pretty much just ropes hung from rafts, with no changes to the ecosystem or loss of biodiversity, as compared to agriculture.”

Bivalve shellfish like clams and oysters are mainly sourced from farms because wild stocks are largely depleted due to overharvesting, habitat loss and other contributing factors. “Somewhere around 90 percent of mussels and oysters on the market are farmed,” Rheault says. “If you see perfect-looking oysters at the raw bar, you know they are farmed. Out of the wild, they can look gnarly.”

Restorative aquaculture, which produces seafood using scientific principles that enhance coastal environments, may be one of the best opportunities to restore ecosystems while feeding the Earth’s growing population, according to a report from The Nature Conservancy. However, Hilborn points to “the impact of food, not just how it’s grown, but how it got to you.” Processed shellfish has a bigger carbon footprint, so it’s ecologically desirable to look for fresh, local options whenever possible.

Local production has a culinary benefit, too. “Every waterway has its own unique ‘merroir’, or flavor, that comes from the local environment. The differing levels of salinity and minerality, among other things, can lead to a very different flavor,” adds Rheault. While there is only one dominant species of oyster on the East Coast, there are three varieties found on the West Coast and dozens more around the world, each with different flavor profiles, according to Rheault; oysters also have differing flavors throughout the year. “Fall oysters have a rich, full flavor; they can be skinny in the spring. I like them in winter best of all.”

Perry Raso, owner of the Matunuck Oyster Bar and Farm, in Wakefield, Rhode Island, and a leader in the growing shellfish farming industry, grew up digging littleneck clams as a youngster. He earned a graduate degree in aquaculture before launching and growing a multifaceted business, including a restaurant, a seven-acre oyster farm and an organic vegetable farm. He raises and sells more than 1 million mature oysters a year and also supplies 5 million seed oysters to other aqua farmers.

Voted one of the top 20 seafood restaurants in the country by Time Out, Matunuck Oyster Bar serves several shellfish delicacies, including a classic oyster stew made with rosemary broth, scallop ceviche, quinoa crab salad and oysters on the half shell with a cucumber passionfruit gazpacho. The menu also features “vegan scallops” made from seared king oyster mushrooms.

Rheault’s favorite way to eat an oyster, though, is simply with two drops of lime. “The lime knocks out your salt receptors and allows you to really taste the other flavors,” he says. “Grilling is another great way to introduce people to oysters. You don’t even need to shuck them; the grilling firms up the meat.”

Vegan Shellfish Alternatives Vegans or people with shellfish allergies can still enjoy the rich umami flavor of an oyster or clam with a little creativity.

Here are a few suggested alternatives.

King oyster mushrooms: This mushroom is a misnomer perhaps, as its meaty stem, sliced in one-inch sections and sautéed or broiled, looks and tastes more like a scallop than an oyster. In general, mushrooms have a similar mouthfeel to shellfish: The chitin found in the shells of crustaceans are also a key compound in fungi. They can be added to many dishes as a satisfying substitute for seafood and other animal proteins. However, shellfish and mushroom allergies can overlap as a result of chitin sensitivities, so allergy sufferers should proceed with caution.

Seaweed: Kelp, dulse and other edible algae can also add a touch of that salty, sea-kissed flavor of shellfish, as well as important trace minerals and antioxidants, to dishes like chowders and stews without adding empty calories.

Heart of palm: The tender chewy texture of hearts of palm, flavored well, can serve as a surprising proxy for shellfish and seafood, particularly for rich dishes like fried calamari, lobster rolls or crab salad.

For those seeking a plantbased diet for ethical or other reasons, it’s worth noting that a subset of vegans believe that consuming oysters and mussels does not contradict their commitment to a compassionate diet, given that bivalves lack a central nervous system. This somewhat controversial offshoot of veganism even has its own name—ostroveganism, from the Latin word ostrea, meaning oyster.

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yield: 4 to 6 servings ¼ cup vegetable oil 2 large onions, chopped fine Salt and pepper ¼ cup water 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 bay leaves 1 tsp dried oregano ⅛ to ¼ tsp red pepper flakes 1, 28-oz can whole peeled tomatoes, drained with juice reserved, chopped coarse

1, 8-oz bottle clam juice 1½ lb skinless halibut fillet, ¾-to 1-inch-thick, cut into 6 pieces 1 lb littleneck clams, scrubbed 1¼ cups dry white wine 4 Tbsp unsalted butter 1 lb mussels, scrubbed and debearded ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley Extra-virgin olive oil

Any firm-fleshed, ¾-to 1-inch-thick whitefish (such as cod or sea bass) can be substituted for halibut. Discard clams or mussels with unpleasant odors, cracked shells, or shells that won’t close. If littlenecks are not available, substitute Manila or mahogany clams, or use 2 pounds of mussels. If using only mussels, cook them all at once with the butter and wine for 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with sourdough or rustic bread.

Heat vegetable oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add onions, ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring frequently, until onions begin to brown, 7 to 9 minutes. Add water and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are soft, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in garlic, bay leaves, oregano and pepper flakes, and cook for 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and reserved juice and clam juice, and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

Submerge halibut in broth, cover and gently simmer until fish is cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove pot from heat and, using slotted spoon, transfer halibut to a plate, cover with aluminum foil and set aside.

Bring clams, wine and butter to boil in a covered 12-inch skillet over high heat. Steam until clams just open, 5 to 8 minutes, transferring them to pot with tomato broth as they open.

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Basil Grilled Oysters Oysters, freshly shucked Basil Vinaigrette: 2 cups basil 1 small shallot 1 clove of garlic Dash of red pepper flakes ⅔ cup of olive oil 4 Tbsp champagne or red wine vinegar

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This seafood soup, popularized by Italian immigrants in San Francisco, offers up an appealing assortment of fish and shellfish in a tomato-based broth.

Stir parsley into broth and season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide halibut among serving bowls. Ladle broth over halibut, making sure each portion contains both clams and mussels. Drizzle with olive oil and serve immediately.

In a blender, combine and process the basil vinaigrette ingredients. Top freshly shucked oysters with a dash of the vinaigrette and place on the grill for 5 minutes at medium-high heat. Before removing them from the grill, sprinkle on some grated pecorino Romano cheese.

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Sautéed Mussels 4 cups mussels ½ oz extra-virgin olive oil 1 oz chopped yellow onion 1 oz chopped fresh garlic 1 oz white wine 1 oz Pernod (licorice liqueur) Juice of one freshly squeezed, whole lemon 1 oz chopped, fresh basil

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Once all clams have been transferred to a pot, add mussels to skillet, cover, and cook over high heat until mussels have opened, 2 to 4 minutes, transferring them to pot with tomato broth as they open. Pour cooking liquid from skillet into pot, being careful not to pour any grit from skillet into pot. Return broth to simmer.

Heat the oil in sauté pan. Add mussels and dome with a second sauté pan. Once all mussels have opened, add the onions and garlic. Cook until onions are translucent. Add white wine and bring to a quick boil. Add the Pernod and cook until the alcohol has burned off. Add freshly squeezed lemon juice and basil. Bring to a boil and remove from heat, transfer to a bowl and enjoy.

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Raising a Well-Rounded Child Practical Ways to Build Lasting Life Skills

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hildhood is a time of magical discovery and a training ground for adult life. Yet today’s world introduces unprecedented problems that can challenge a child’s bedrock: escalating violence including mass shootings, bullying, social media pressure, environmental crises and cultural conflict, not to mention the COVID-19 lockdowns.

For kids to develop the solid foundation they will need in these trying times, a powerful approach is a full-spectrum one

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that rounds out their experiences and skills, while instilling confidence and resilience. It includes a broad-based education, artistic and cultural exploration, experiences of diverse cultures, training in mind-body tools, healthy eating habits and connecting with nature. These facets enable children to cope, adapt and thrive in a changing world.

It gives them the necessary building blocks for the rest of their lives, which has an invaluable return for all of us now and for future generations.

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The Parental Toolbox Boston-based Casey O’Brien Martin, an expressive arts therapist and author of Skills for Big Feelings: A Guide for Teaching Kids Relaxation, Regulation, and Coping Techniques, defines a well-rounded child as “one who is balanced in the many different areas of their life: socially with friends and by having their own interests and hobbies; physically by being active and eating nourishing foods; emotionally by accepting

and acknowledging their feelings and using coping skills to deal with uncomfortable or stressful situations.”

Encouraging kids to try new things— and allowing them to experience failure—affects how they respond to life.

“Well-rounded children are flexible in their thinking toward changes in schedule or environment, have been exposed to boundaries and as they mature, can apply their different experiences to their understanding of safety, social skills, fundamental learning and communication,” says April Christopherson, an occupational therapist and owner of Exploration Kids Therapy, in Gunnison, Colorado.

Kids keenly observe and try on adult behavior, and in this practice lies tremendous potential. “One of the very best things parents, caregivers and educators can do is to model healthy coping skills. Just telling kids what to do is not enough. We need to walk the talk, too,” Martin says. Attaining family balance is key to avoid overscheduling and feeling overwhelmed, especially if prompting kids to follow their bliss.

Integrating mindfulness techniques like meditation, yoga and sensory engagement into a household’s everyday routines can help to fortify emotional stability when kids experience rough waters.

“When kids learn to focus on their breathing, it helps to bring their attention to the present moment. By practicing mindfulness daily, these practices become second nature, and kids are able to tap into them whenever they need to. By teaching children these tools at a young age, we are planting seeds that they will be able to grow and cultivate throughout their lives,” says Maura Bradley, founder of Bee You Yoga and Mindfulness, in Manasquan, New Jersey. The author of Mindfulness For Kids In 10 Minutes A Day emphasizes that mindfulness can be a formal or informal practice, can involve the entire family and does not require a lot of time. It can be as simple as taking a moment each morning to connect with each other, notice the weather or play an “eye spy” game on the way to school.

Christopherson concurs: “I suggest a child practice meditation, breathwork and

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Some Sound Strategies for Child-Raising

n Expose kids to different cultures and countries to broaden their horizons and instill compassion and tolerance.

n Encourage unstructured playtime,

spontaneity and social interaction, while allowing kids to also value solitude and the enjoyment of their own company.

n Foster creativity with such strategies

as simple arts and crafts, keeping a nature journal, taking up a performing art, taking virtual museum tours or learning about the history of an art form.

n Schedule time in nature for fresh air and plenty of physical activity.

n Don’t overthink parenting. Like

children, parents learn as they go, and it’s a collaboration.

n Cheer effort more than ability. In-

still their striving for personal excellence without adding any expectation or pressure.

n Practice self-care and be an example of what living a healthy, joyful life looks like.

n Provide a predictable, low-stress

routine; encourage participation in household chores and enforce boundaries.

n Teach children a sense of gratitude. n Provide kids with tools to man-

age everyday emotions with simple mindfulness practices, calm breathing and engaging the senses.

n Encourage children to express

themselves and communicate their feelings and needs.

n Teach kids that good health is wealth.

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The Colors of Learning Focusing on grades with a one-size-fits-all educational model poses many problems, and changing times demand a broader, more vibrant paradigm. COVID-19 lockdowns brought radical changes to the classroom, and more than ever, parents are opting for a more holistic approach with various methods of homeschooling or whole-child curriculums like those offered at Waldorf, Sudbury and Montessori schools. Alternative learning presents the world as a laboratory, goes beyond math, reading and science, and endorses character-building immersion in community, compassion and culture.

“Montessori learning stresses the beauty of nature,” says Ruth Tencati, a Montessori teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina.

“Geography, music, art and practical life skills are taught. Ideally, each child is given lessons that balance learning in all areas and at the right time for each child’s level of skill and curiosity.” Students are given peace education, “where they are encouraged to think of others, as well as themselves, and to see themselves as part of a community of learners,” she says. Tencati views technology as an ally when it is used to deepen students’ understanding of lessons, but believes it should never be used as a pacifier.

Familiarity with the arts is key to a well-rounded view of life, but the number of school-based arts programs has been declining since 1980 due to a heavy focus on standardized testing. To assess the impact of art on children, Rice University researchers ran a randomized controlled trial in 2019 with 10,548 students enrolled in 42 schools in the Houston area. They found that students that participated in the arts at elementary and middle school levels improved their writing skills, increased their compassion for others and were less likely to misbehave in class.

In lieu of school-based art programs, kids can learn from virtual tours designed specifically for them by the Louvre, the

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mindfulness, first together with a parent or caregiver to get familiar with the practices, and then practice the techniques during non-stressful times.”

Van Gogh Museum and other outstanding art museums. For a fun dive into history, the British Museum, Boston Children’s Museum and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History bring the past to life with online “field trips” just for kids.

When kids learn about other cultures, religions, languages and belief systems, it increases their capacity for empathy and the ability to see different perspectives, a trait often found in successful adults. To introduce kids to an expanded worldview, families can enjoy a weekly ethnic meal, go to local heritage festivals and celebrate the holidays of different countries.

Food for Life Giving a child lifelong tools includes instilling a healthy respect for good health.

Positive eating habits have been shown to boost academic performance and lessen the potential for speech and language acquisition delays. Research on laboratory animals by the University of Georgia in 2021 published in Translational Psychiatry showed that sugar consumption in adolescence diminished learning capacity even into adulthood, possibly due to imbalances in gut bacteria.

“Hundreds of studies identify nutrition as one of the most critical factors in the development of robust brains,” says Lorie Eber, a holistic nutritionist in Orange County, California. “Consumption of whole foods such as eggs (choline), oily fish (omega-3 fatty acids), vegetables (folate and antioxidants), beans (zinc) and Greek yogurt (gut health) are vital for the healthy development of children’s brains in the first years of life.”

Nutrition has a measurable impact on psychological health, she says. “Diets high in refined sugars and saturated fats increase the risk of kids developing hyperactivity

and ADHD. Children who skip breakfast have difficulty concentrating and low moods, which detract from learning.”

Eber encourages children’s participation in meal planning and food preparation, as well as weekly excursions to farmers markets, to experience the colors and tastes of local produce. “All of these things will lay the foundation for your children to develop a healthy relationship with food. That is a rare gift in today’s food-centric society.”

Natural Instincts Connecting to nature is not only good for growing bodies, but also for self-image.

A 2018 systematic review of 35 studies published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health shows time spent outdoors positively impacts young people’s mental health.

Research conducted by the Institute of Education at University College London drives it home even further: Primary school children that connected with nature in brief Wildlife Trust programs felt better about themselves and experienced more positive relationships with their teachers and classmates. Adding to Mother Nature’s feel-good benefits, exercise during childhood and adolescence, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, lowers the risk of depression, improves academic performance and reduces the risk for chronic diseases later in life.

In the end, parenting is about doing our best for our children while being human.

“Being a parent is hard. One of my mantras for myself is ‘grace, gratitude and grit,’” muses Martin. “Giving grace to myself by forgiving myself for my parenting mistakes, being grateful for my family and having grit to keep persevering and working hard to build a good life for my family.”

Each parent’s formula might be different, but the basics never get old. “Let a child experience life! Give them opportunities to get into nature, play with non-toy items, interact with animals and support their curiosity,” advises Christopherson. “Be safe, but let your kids be kids.”

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Mark Mincolla on the Healing Power of Our Superconsciousness

by Sandra Yeyati

How do you define consciousness?

Consciousness is the essence of presence.

What we think is empty space in the universe is actually filled with consciousness.

While we understand the presence of our physical stuff and our ego, we have a harder time understanding our reductionistic self, the stuff that is reduced to the essence of energy. That’s what the soulful being of our consciousness is.

How do you define superconsciousness, and how does it help us experience healing and create miracles?

It’s a trance state we can attain if we go deep within ourselves through meditation into the delta frequencies, and then visualize that we’re blending that higher realm of consciousness into the universe like a raindrop entering the ocean. By doing this, you arrive at the place where miracles exist.

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or 40 years, nutritional therapist and quantum energy healer Mark Mincolla, Ph.D., has integrated ancient Chinese energy healing techniques with emerging nutritional science in what he calls Electromagnetic Muscle Testing, an approach that zeros in on each individual’s unique dietary needs. He has authored seven books, including The Wu Way, The Tao of Ch’i and Whole Health. In his most recent work, The Way of Miracles: Accessing Your Superconsciousness—and an accompanying documentary film of the same title—he shares his experiences, documented research and exercises to cultivate our natural ability to heal and create miracles.

There’s nothing to create. It’s like being in a field of fruit. The abundance is there, you just have to go where the abundance is.

How can we develop and tap into our superconsciousness?

My book has exercises at the end of each chapter. One of my favorites is looking into the pupils of your eyes in the mirror for 10 minutes straight, uninterrupted. In doing that, you will feel the essence of your presence. That is your superconsciousness.

Do we cause our own illnesses?

I think we play a role in that process. Many people are cultivating ease and healing themselves. A lot of people are unconsciously cultivating “dis-ease”. Your choices are to be consciously proactive, which is healing, or unconsciously reactive, which is disease-producing. There are two possibilities related to the energy of consciousness: flow or resistance. When we’re in resistance, we can spend so much time in negative, reactive situations. The more negatively reactive we are, the less flow

and the more resistance we encounter and produce. The more consciousness that we proactively cultivate through deeper, more intentional meditation, the higher the consciousness we internalize and manifest.

It boils down to what you’re doing. Are you spending your time producing illness or producing wellness?

How did you cure yourself from Lyme disease?

It started the night I had a bad fall and was paralyzed on the bathroom floor for 14 hours. My spirit became really challenged and really elevated and engaged. It was time to take inventory and to confront myself about my quality of life. During that horrible process, that trauma, I made an unconditional commitment to write this book, make this film and do whatever I had to do to get my messages out there, which is the reason I was put on this planet. From there, I tapped into natural medicines and foods to help me recover. I’ve helped 60,000 people over the last 40 years, so I can help myself, you know? And I did.

What should more people realize about themselves?

That they have far greater power and far greater access to remarkable outcomes than they are aware of. You’re born in this culture, automatically surrendering to the establishment. You surrender to the medical and pharmaceutical establishments. As a little kid, you get a sore throat, and your mom takes you to the doctor for antibiotics.

There’s a lot of doctoring and not enough healing in the world. As I say in the film, compassion is the key. My patients come to me and they’re really heartbroken, sick and broken down, diseased. They’ve been so bottled up—so much depression, so much pain, so much suffering. The doctor makes it worse—doesn’t help anything. So I feel like we’re working at a very different, compassionate level for the patient to be whole, soulful, spiritual, emotionally tapped in. We strive to be concerned, to be loved and to both diagnose and treat at a high frequency.

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The Greening of Packaging Cleaning and Personal Care Products Go Eco

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ealth-conscious consumers have been purchasing home cleaning and personal care products with nontoxic ingredients for years. Now they’re demanding these products come in environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and plastic use. “It’s green movement 2.0,” says Tim Murphy, CEO of BranchBasics.com, a Minneapolis company that sells nontoxic cleaners. “First there was the green movement 1.0 to eliminate the toxins from the conventional products like bleach. Now green 2.0 is about the removal of plastic and waste reduction.”

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Today, consumers can find refillable, concentrated cleaning products; ecolaundry sheets; reusable cleansing face pads; eco-toothbrushes made of bamboo; zero-waste toothpaste bits; plastic-free, refillable deodorant; and refillable lipstick.

These and a host of other innovative products designed to be healthy and ecofriendly are available online via manufacturers’ websites or Amazon.com, and can also be purchased at certain big-box stores like Target.

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Consumer Demand A December 2020 Mintel Trends survey showed nearly all of the internet users 18 and older that shop for household items say brands should consider the environment when creating packaging. Many respondents said they wanted products that had easy-to-recycle packaging and were refillable to reduce waste.

“There’s a clear preference for lightweight packaging, plastic-free packaging, refillable and reusable products,” says Danielle Jezienicki, director of sustainability for San Francisco-based Grove Collaborative, an

“There’s a clear preference for lightweight packaging, plastic-free packaging, refillable and reusable products.”

Danielle Jezienicki online retailer of eco-products. “It makes sense, because 90 percent of the weight of most cleaning and personal care products you buy consists of water and packaging.

The formulated ingredients are a small fraction. It saves money. There’s growing awareness of this.”

Shipping Water “It’s really expensive to be shipping water all over the country,” Murphy says. “It’s just extra bulk and extra weight, and the carbon footprint is much higher. If you take that water out, it’s lighter and smaller, so it’s better for the environment.” His company, BranchBasics.com, sells a concentrate that can be used as a laundry detergent, hand wash or bathroom cleaner by mixing it with water in a glass bottle at home. The concentrate comes in a recyclable plastic bottle and is shipped in cardboard, without plastic wrap or foam.

In the past few years, Grove Collaborative, which sells nontoxic personal care and home cleaning items, has changed its packaging to be even more environmentally friendly, according to Jezienicki.

“The company has vowed to sell products with zero percent plastic packaging by 2025,” she says. To that end, it has created a brand of hair, body, facial and hand care products that come in a concentrated bar with no plastic packaging. Its concentrated household cleaners, which can be used on floors, glass, tiles, tubs and other surfaces in the home, come in glass bottles, and consumers can use a glass spray bottle with a silicone sleeve to dilute the product with water.

Plastic-Free “In 2020, we avoided shipping more than 1.1 million pounds of plastic with our concentrated cleaners alone,” Jezienicki says.

Grove sells products from other companies such as Seventh Generation if they are plastic-free, and has recently placed some of its products on the shelves at Target.

Consumer Denise Monson Haberkorn, of Skokie, Illinois, welcomes these changes and says her friends call her the “plastics police”. She began ordering Tru Earth laundry detergent strips to replace the large plastic bottles of liquid detergent she was using, and she loves them so much, she’s been giving them away for friends to try.

“The detergent strips are about three times the thickness of a Band-Aid. You put the strip in where you used to put in your regular detergent, and they dissolve,” Haberkorn explains, adding, “There’s no plastic to get rid of. Some people don’t think they can make a difference with their choices, but I think I can.”

Sheryl DeVore is an award-winning author of six books on science, health and nature.

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Mindful Kudos Best Ways to Praise Kids and Boost SELF-confidence

by Ronica O’Hara intellectual growth. Some of the researchbased advice that has emerged includes:

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Numerous studies have found that when children are repeatedly given accolades for their intellect or talent, they can come to believe those traits are innate and fixed, which then makes them more fearful of failing or even encountering challenges.

On the other hand, when kids are taught that success depends on continued effort and hard work, they are more likely to seek out challenges, apply themselves to tough tasks and be resilient in the face of failure.

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iving ample kudos to our kids is an everyday part of parenting. To motivate youngsters to excel in school and activities, we pat them on the back repeatedly in ways that were unimaginable a century ago, when even kissing babies was frowned upon by many. In one survey, 85 percent of American parents said that praising their children’s ability or intelligence when they perform well helps kids feel smarter.

But praise turns out to be a double-edged sword, as recent decades of psychological and educational research have made clear. Yes, praise can build character, motivation and resilience, just as parents hope. But when done unskillfully, say psychologists, it can have the opposite effect and actually lower children’s confidence, dampen their motivation and stifle 34

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“I like the way you tried a lot of different strategies on that math problem until you finally got it.” “That was a hard English assignment, but you stuck with it until you got it done.” “Mistakes are so interesting.

Let’s see what we can learn from it.”

Don’t Go Over the Top Paradoxically, getting praised too lavishly can shake children and make them less likely to take risks. “Research has shown that extreme praise—using words like “incredible” or “best ever”—can create an excessive expectation that the child can feel incapable of meeting. They tend to become less tolerant of their mistakes, and tolerance of mistakes is a critical element in ultimate success,” says clinical psychologist John F. Tholen, Ph.D., in Seal Beach, California, author of Focused Positivity. Excessive praise can also nudge overconfident children toward narcissism, especially if it involves comparison with other children.

“Even small statements, when said from the heart, have a positive impact on children.”

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Focus on Character and Agency When children are praised for positive aspects of their character such as being kind, resourceful or helpful, they are more likely to be generous and openhearted with others. Researchers have also found that when parents focus on and support a child’s selfdetermined reasons for engaging in a task, it increases the child’s sense of agency and capacity to act effectively, which helps them to move through the world with greater ease and self-confidence.

Some suggested parental statements are: “You made that decision very carefully and wisely.” “You were very kind in how you made the new girl feel welcome.” “It’s great to see how determined you are to do something exciting for your science fair project.”

Be Specific Research shows that when praise is general or sweeping, like, “Good job!”, kids tend to doubt its sincerity, whereas praise that gives more information is felt by them to be meaningful. “Focusing on increasing the specificity of the praise allows children to learn more quickly which behaviors you like and want to see more frequently,” says pediatric psychologist Alyssa Fritz, Ph.D., of the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Institute for Brain Protection Sciences, in St. Petersburg, Florida. “A good rule of thumb is to provide three instances of specific positive attention for every one command or correction.” Suggested parental statements are:

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“You kept practicing pumping your legs on the swing, and now you can do it!” “Thank you so much for cleaning up the garage. I really appreciate how hard you worked.” “That was a tough skill to learn on the ball field, but you kept at it until you could do it.”

Be Sincere If children detect insincerity in a parent’s praise, they may assume they are being manipulated or misunderstood. Older kids in particular have a keen ear for offhand words of meaningless praise. “Be enthusiastic, while remaining genuine. Praise those things that truly make your heart warm, or make your day easier, or make you proud of your child’s progress,” says Carole Swiecicki, Ph.D., a psychologist and owner of Harbor Maple Counseling and Psychological Services, in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. “Even small statements, when said from the heart, have a positive impact on children.”

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

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Soothing Scents Top Eight Essential Oils for Anxiety Relief

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ssential oils are highly concentrated compounds extracted from aromatic plants that are used in aromatherapy for a variety of conditions. These fragrant oils have been incorporated into wellness practices for thousands of years, and decades of research confirm their benefits, especially their effects on mental health and well-being.

Breathing in essential oils, whether applied topically or inhaled when diffused in the air, has been shown to improve mood and mental wellness by triggering the release of calming neurochemicals such as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the nerve centers of the brain.

In particular, eight unique essential oils for anxiety have been explored in scientific literature.

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The citrus essential oil bergamot (Citrus bergamia), taken either alone or with other oils, has been shown to help ease symptoms of anxiety and stress. A 2017 pilot study found that bergamot oil diffused into the air helped reduce anxiety and improve mental health and overall well-being in patients in the waiting room of a mental health treatment facility.

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The earthy, floral scent of clary sage (Salvia sclarea) may also help with anxiety. A 2013 study featuring women undergoing a stressful medical exam found that inhaling clary sage essential oil not only led to a subjective relaxation response, but also lowered blood pressure. Researchers noted a decreasing trend in salivary cortisol concentrations, a measure of stress; however, it was not significantly different compared to a placebo. Nevertheless, the reduced pressure suggests that clary sage may have stress-lowering capabilities.

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Frankincense (Boswellia sacra) comes from the resin of the Boswellia tree and has a woody aroma. A 2011 study found that anxiety levels of women were decreased in the first stage of labor when a combination of frankincense and other calming oils were used topically.

Often used in the fragrance industry, ylang ylang (Cananga odorata) has a slightly sweet and floral aroma.

Research shows that inhaling the essential oil of ylang ylang may help reduce blood pressure and symptoms of depression and anxiety.

4. Lavender Lavender (Lavandula) oil has long been used topically and aromatically as a calming agent. Research has shown the benefit of inhaling lavender oil in a variety of anxiety-provoking medical scenarios, including cosmetic surgery, preoperative anxiety and postpartum anxiety.

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5. Lemon Balm

n Spread through the air via a room diffuser (three to four drops)

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L.) has been proven to have anxiolytic, mood-enhancing and cognitive-improving effects in a variety of human clinical trials. As a dietary supplement and inhaled as an essential oil, lemon balm may help reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety.

n Inhaled directly from a cotton pad or tissue (one to two drops) or from a bottle itself

6. Neroli Neroli oil comes from the Citrus aurantium plant and has been found to help with symptoms of stress and anxiety. In a 2014 randomized controlled trial involving menopausal women, inhalation of neroli essential oil both helped with menopausal symptoms and stress, but also lowered blood pressure, improved sexual desire and helped to balance cortisol and estrogen levels.

7. Rose As with most other essential oils, rose (Rosa) water has been used since ancient times to enhance health and healing, including mental health. A 2016 study involving hemodialysis patients found that inhaling rose water helped noticeably improve symptoms of anxiety. A 2019 randomized, controlled trial found that inhalation of both rose and neroli essential oils helped improve the psychological, physical and social symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome.

n As a massage fragrance by adding one to two drops per two tablespoons of massage oil or lotion n As a spray by adding 10 to 15 drops to a two-ounce spray bottle of distilled water n As a steam fragrance when adding one to two drops to a bowl of boiling water and inhaling with a towel placed over the head and bowl To learn more about using essential oils for anxiety, consider consulting with an integrative practitioner for further guidance, or visit Fullscript.com.

Karolyn A. Gazella is the founder of the Natural Medicine Journal and the host of the Natural Medicine Journal podcast. Natacha Montpellier, ND, is a registered naturopathic doctor with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario whose clinical practice focuses on women’s hormonal and reproductive health. They are both associated with Fullscript, an online platform helping integrative practitioners provide personalized patient care and supplement information.

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Change Your Words Change Your Life

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resist the temptation to complain, and focus instead on the clarity that’s been born within you. Ask yourself, “What do I want to experience in this area of my life, and how would I like this situation or relationship to look and feel?” Then make a commitment to speak always in favor of what you desire, never in contradiction to it.

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he words we speak are never neutral, because language doesn’t simply describe reality. It creates it. With every word we utter, we’re either speaking into existence a reality we desire or actively creating a reality we dread. We cannot speak about being broke and attract prosperity. We can’t complain about feeling abandoned and attract great love. We can’t criticize everything that’s wrong with a situation and simultaneously invent its improvement. We can only focus on one reality at a time—what we want or the absence of it—and the words we speak moment-by-moment are an indication of which way we’re leaning.

Words Summon Creative Energy When we say, “It shouldn’t be like this,” “Life is hard” or “Why can’t I get what I want?” we set into motion a powerful stream of unwanted energy. If you’ve ever watched one person’s negativity amplify the negativity in others, you understand this firsthand. Fortunately, the reverse is also true. We all have the ability to choose our thoughts, our perceptions—and our words—on purpose. When we change the way we speak about our life, we reclaim the power to change its trajectory. Here’s how to go about it: Use Unwanted Experiences to Clarify Your Desire Every unwanted experience presents you with a fundamental choice: You can complain about all that appears to be going wrong, or you can focus on what you now desire. In any uncomfortable circumstance, 38

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Break Your Desire into Its Essential Form Behind every desire—big or small—is a longing to experience a certain feeling. If life has shown you that you want a better job, a bigger house or a fitter body, try to identify the emotional payoff you believe you’ll receive once this goal is realized. Do you believe you’ll experience a feeling of pride or satisfaction, or one of serenity or freedom?

Use as many words as you can conjure to describe the energy you’re reaching for.

Invite the Essence of Your Desire into Your Life As you connect with the energetic essence of your desire in each important area of your life, allow yourself to identify the thoughts, the attitudes—and the words—that would align you with this energy. In other words, if you had already attained everything you’re now striving for, what types of conversations would you be having with yourself and with others? Have these conversations now. When you shift your language, you shift everything.

Celebrity coach Christy Whitman is The New York Times bestselling author of The Art of Having It All and Taming Your Alpha Bitch. She is founder and CEO of the Quantum Success Coaching Academy and creator of WatchYourWords.com, a free, 30-day, language training program.

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White Lotus Grace Owner Releases New Book, Moving By Faith

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igi Oppenheimer, owner of White Lotus Grace, in Millbrook, invites readers into a deeper and more confident selfrelationship in her new book Moving by Faith, A Gentle Course of Embodying Inner Trust.

The book shares inspiration and simple practices for readers to grow personal faith, one step at a Gigi Oppenheimer time, according to Oppenheimer.

The guide book’s daily entries draw upon connecting with Divinity, the beauty of nature, God-given intuition and wisdom from a variety of spiritual traditions. Together, they accompany the reader through their own transformative experience, supported by movement and meditation.

“As a dancer and dance teacher, the language of movement spoke to me as a natural way to learn to walk by faith,” says Oppenheimer. “I was then moved to share it in my spiritual healing work with clients at White Lotus Grace who expressed difficulty trusting themselves,” she says.

Courses and private sessions that help heal self-doubt and strengthen inner trust are also offered by Oppenheimer, virtually and in-person. Moving by Faith is available in print and e-book formats from Amazon, The Book Patch or at White Lotus Grace.

When asked about her writing process for the book, Oppenheimer says she received inner guidance for each step as a daily meditation. “As the journey flowed through my heart and pen, the practices took more forms than movement so anyone could connect,” she says.

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Preventing Dog Dementia Five Strategies to Preserve Cognitive Health

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mong the many traits that dogs and humans share is the potential with aging for progressive cognitive decline, which canines can experience as early as 7 years of age. Clinical signs of cognitive decline appear in 50 percent of dogs over 11 and by the time they are 15, 68 percent display at least one sign.

The five classic and easily observable indicators of cognitive decline in dogs are decreased attention to surroundings, disinterest and apathy; decreased purposeful activity; increased sleep during a 24-hour period; intermittent anxiety expressed through apprehension, panting, moaning or shivering; and loss of formerly acquired knowledge, including house training.

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Other symptoms include failure to respond to commands, difficulty hearing, inability to recognize familiar people and difficulty navigating their environment. Physical manifestations may show up as excessive licking, lack of grooming, fecal and urinary incontinence and loss of appetite.

Gum Disease Linked to Canine Cognitive Dysfunction A connection has been established between Alzheimer’s disease and periodontal disease in humans, and a recent study has revealed a similar association between gum disease and canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD). By comparing dogs with CCD and a control group of healthy dogs, New York integrative veterinarian Curtis Dewey, of Elemental Pet Vets, and Mark Rishniw, of the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, found that older dogs with CCD tend to show higher levels of periodontal disease, and that the more severe the gum disease is, the more significant their cognitive decline. Based on these results, at-home and veterinary dental care may be very beneficial to reduce the risk of cognitive dysfunction and should be added to these CCD prevention steps.

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benefits from walks—especially unhurried “sniffaris”—and other age-appropriate physical activity and strengthening exercises.

Short periods of play time with people and other pets in controlled situations can also help. Food puzzles and treat-release toys provide fun, mental stimulation, while brief training sessions refresh their memory or teach new skills.

2. Take them to twice-yearly wellness visits. Keep abreast of metabolic changes to catch disease early. Many Alzheimer’s patients have insulin resistance and persistent hyperglycemia, so keeping a dog’s A1C levels low and steady is important.

3. Optimize their nutrition. The best fuel for canine cognitive health is a combination of healthy fats—especially omega-3 fatty acids like sustainably sourced krill oil and medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil—and a variety of antioxidant-rich whole foods suitable for a carnivore, including high-quality protein. Eliminate refined carbohydrates like sugar, grains, potatoes and legumes, as well as extruded diets (kibble) that contain toxic byprod-

ucts of the manufacturing process that are linked to neurodegenerative disease.

4. Improve memory with nutraceuticals.

Because studies show that MCT in coconut oil can improve cognitive function in older dogs, add a quarter-teaspoon of coconut oil for every 10 pounds of body weight to food daily. Other supplements to consider are S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), jellyfish extracts, glutathione, resveratrol (Japanese knotweed), lion’s mane mushroom, vinpocetine, phosphatidylserine, curcumin, ubiquinol, digestive enzymes and probiotics.

5. Reduce doggie stress. Senior dogs, especially those with dementia, often become disoriented. To help them remain stable and reduce anxiety, stick to a consistent daily routine, feeding and walking them on a set schedule. To control arthritis and degenerative joint disease, keep dogs active and at a healthy weight. Consider acupuncture, massage, chiropractic care, stretching and hydrotherapy (exercising in water). If a dog is experiencing incontinence because of age (and not caused by an underlying condition that should be addressed), pro-

vide them with more frequent potty trips outside or reintroduce them to a crate if they were crate-trained initially. Acupuncture may also help.

If a dog has problems hearing or seeing, use odor cues like pet-friendly essential oils or pheromone products to help them find their way around. Also consider purchasing or building ramps if they’re having trouble getting into the car or up on the bed or a favorite chair. If they’re slipping or unsure on bare floors, add runners, yoga mats or area rugs.

For sleep problems, try increasing their daytime activity level. Let the dog sleep in the bedroom to ease any anxiety that may be contributing to nighttime restlessness.

Melatonin supplementation may help. Guide the precious pet with clear cues and easyto-follow instructions, and when talking to them, use a quiet, calm and loving voice.

Veterinarian Karen Shaw Becker, DVM, has spent her career empowering animal guardians to make knowledgeable decisions to extend the life and well-being of their animals. Visit DrKarenBecker.com.

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Take a Silent Hike Tips for Walking Mindfully in Nature

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ilent hikes offer an opportunity to be immersed in nature and quiet the internal chatter that too often consumes our daily routine. Wesley Trimble, communications and creative director of the American Hiking Society, has observed a growing interest in ecotherapies such as silent hikes that meld solitude and mindfulness with outdoor recreation. “Just getting out into nature, no matter where 42

you are, is a great way to enjoy its beauty and focus on the experience,” he says.

When heading out on a silent hike or walk, in a group or alone, in a park or around the neighborhood, Trimble recommends taking long, deep, deliberate breaths. This allows the body to relax and focus on moving through space while being aware of sensory experiences.

Acoustic ecologist Gordon Hempton

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takes a quiet hike every day. The author of One Square Inch of Silence has traveled the globe for four decades in search of quiet, natural spaces in which to record ecological soundscapes such as crashing ocean waves or the snowy crickets of Washington State. “Opening up in a naturally quiet place in nature or the wilderness lets you become physically healthier, mentally clearer and more in touch with what you really want,” he says.

Hempton suggests that a silent hike begin with listening, which for mammals is a primary way to gather information: “Any event creates a sound, and that sound carries information about that event.” When heading into a natural area, he recommends listening for the furthest sounds and focusing on the faintest ones. “Then listen to the whole place and notice what you feel. There’s nothing you need to say, but everything you need to hear.”

According to Hempton, it takes less time to enjoy the benefits of a silent hike than people might imagine. “Even five minutes can produce huge relief,” he says. “Don’t make it a stressful thing. Recognize how much time you have, give it that and notice how you feel.”

Advice for silent wilderness experiences can be found at the website of Quiet Parks International (QuietParks.org), a nonprofit that Hempton co-founded which is dedicated to preserving quiet in the wilderness.

Exercises to Quiet the Mind on a Silent Hike Author and nature educator Joseph Bharat Cornell affirms that silent hikes help instill a sense of vibrant calmness. He created an outdoor learning strategy named Flow Learning, which is highly recommended by the U.S. National Park Service. It incorporates playful experiences into wellness walks to lessen internal dialogue and sharpen intuitive perception.

His book, Sharing Nature: Nature Awareness Activities for All Ages, includes activities like the Silent Sharing Walk. “Teams of three people walk along and don’t say anything, but look and enjoy together,”

he explains. “When you see something intriguing, gently tap the others on the shoulder, point and look together, and then quietly move on.”

The Trail of Beauty exercise encourages hikers to consider quotations like George Washington Carver’s “If you love it enough, anything will talk with you.” Participants explore trails to find something captivating that relates to the noteworthy words. Cornell advises to not use quotes that are too philosophical, because that can lead to internal dialogue that takes focus away from nature.

Group hikers can use the Nature In Me exercise to develop points of awareness.

After finding a captivating spot outdoors, participants sit down and rest their hands palms-down on their thighs, allowing awareness to flow from one observation to the next. Lightly press a finger on the leg for each noticeable observation—a passing cloud, chirping birds or the splash of a river otter. Cornell advises against slipping into passivity, because then the mind tends to wander.

The Sound Map activity encourages hikers to take paper and pencil on a silent hike. “Close your eyes and cup your hands around both ears and listen for a sound,” Cornell explains. "Mark an X at the center of your paper to represent where you are.

Then make a simple symbol to represent your sound and its location. This encourages people to listen and focus.” Trimble cautions that silent hikes can increase the chances of an animal encounter, so it’s important to remain aware of surroundings at all times. Silent hikes can also help wildlife.

“One of the components of ‘leave no trace’ is the respect of wildlife,” he says. “Many studies show the impact of noise pollution on different types of ecosystems. Silent hikes let us enjoy nature without disturbing wildlife.”

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calendar of events Please call ahead to confirm times and dates. Pre-register early to insure events will have a minimum number to take place. To place a calendar listing, email us before August 12 (for the September issue) and adhere to our guidelines. Email marilee@wakeupnaturally.com for guidelines on how to submit listings.

ing community and connection. Includes lesson, sharing thru guided discussion, fire ritual, meditation and gentle yoga. $30. Moss and Moonlight: Sanctuary for Healing Arts, Hopewell Junction.

Info: MossAndMoonlight.com/calendar.

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Men’s Brotherhood Circle – 5:30-7pm. With John.

Participants sit in a safe space and discuss the mystical side of being a man. Free. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: PersephonesPearl.com.

914.737.3460.

Wednesday, August 3 Intro to Wicca and Goddess Worship – 5:306:30pm. Participants will be introduced to the world of Wicca and see if it resonates with their spiritual make-up. $15. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: PersephonesPearl.com.

914.737.3460.

Friday, August 5 Virtual Women’s Circle – 7-9pm. Virtual circle on manifestation and abundance in an intimate setting, fostering community and connection. Includes a guided discussion, group activity, meditation, and gentle yoga. $25. Moss and Moonlight: Online event. Info: MossAndMoonlight.com/calendar

Saturday, August 6 Sunflower Extravaganza at Kelder’s Farm – 106pm. 8/6-8/13. Six-acre sunflower field with thousands of sunflowers in bloom and views of Mohonk and the picturesque valley of the Rondout. 5755 U.S. Route 209, Kerhonkson. Pricing/info: 845.626.7137, keldersfarm.com.

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Starting September 17-18, 2022 For information contact: Dr. Kaushik’s Ayurvedic & Naturopathic Clinic 792 Route 35, Cross River, NY 914.875.9088; 646.670.6725 drkaushik@drkaushik.com 44

Thursday, August 11

Intuitive Plant Spirit Healing – 1-3pm. With Laura Aversano, medical intuitive, ancestral empath and spirtwalker. Learn how to connect with the natural world through plants and their spirits. $60. Universal Healing Arts, Cortlandt Manor. Info: 914.737.

4325UniversalHealingArts.com.

The Power of the Stillpoint: Original Paintings

by John Diamond, MD – 5-7pm. Live music and refreshments. Life Energy Arts Gallery 11-13 E. Main St, 2nd Floor (above Mount Kisco Sports), Mount Kisco. Info: LifeEnergyArts.gallery.

Sacred Circle: For Healers Only – 7:30-9pm.

Facilitated by Gene Krakehl. Energy Healers give and receive healing in a safe and supportive environment. Advanced registration required. $20.

Universal Healing Arts, Cortlandt Manor. Info: 914.737.4325; UniversalHealingArts.com.

Friday, August 12 Shine On! Women’s Weekend Retreat – 8/128/14. Join Kacey from Shine On: The Health & Happiness Show, for a summer weekend retreat to relax, refresh, and body, mind and soul. The Center at Mariandale, 299 N. Highland Ave, Ossining. Info: mariandale.org.

Sip+paint – 5:30-7pm. End the week by winding down and enjoying a nice spirit while creating art.

Drinks included. $20. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: PersephonesPearl.com.

914.737.3460.

Walkway at Night – 8:15-9:45pm. 8/12 & 8/26.

Enjoy the Hudson Valley views after dark from 212 feet above the Hudson River on the Walkway Over the Hudson. $5/non-members. Tickets required: walkway.org/walkwayatnight.

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Walking Tour of Plants for the Shade – 11am12noon. Learn about the perennials and shrubs that grow best in the shade. Free. Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Somers. Info: LasdonPark.org.

Heritage of India Festival – 12noon-6pm. Music, entertainment, crafts and food vendors. Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla. Info: parks.westchestergov.com.

Sound Healing for Lion’s Gate Portal – 4-5:30pm.

Beverly Spencer presents M.A.S.S, a meditative, aromatherapy sound session, to expand heart energy, transform, and focus on one’s deepest desires. $20. Balancing 4 Life, 25 Broadway, Suite 101, Pleasantville. Info: Balancing4life.com. Register/ text: 914.588.4079.

Women’s Circle – 7-9pm. Circle for manifestation and abundance in an intimate setting, foster-

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Second Saturday Walk – 9-11am. At Brinton Brook. Second Saturdays. Federated Conservationists of Westchester County walks are sponsored

by Saw Mill River Audubon at Brinton Brook in Croton-on-Hudson. No pre-registration necessary.

Meet at main parking area off Route 9A. Info: fcwc.org/calendar.

Reiki I & II Training – 10am-4pm. 8/13-8/14.

Become a practitioner of Reiki at the Sanctuary. Learn self-healing techniques and skills to practice on others to find peace, healing, and spiritual connection. $350. Moss and Moonlight: Sanctuary for Healing Arts, Hopewell Junction.

Info: MossAndMoonlight.com/calendar.

Full Moon Ceremony – 7:30pm. Join others under the stars around the fire pit for guided meditation and ceremony. Release what no longer serves. $15.

Universal Healing Arts, Cortlandt Manor. Info: 914.737. 4325UniversalHealingArts.com.

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The Digestive System: The Basis of Health of the Entire Body – 7-8pm. Free online lecture with Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician, offered through the Pawling Free Library. Register with library: 845.855.3444 or PawlingFreeLibrary.org.

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Yoga at Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue

Horse Yoga at Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue

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he Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue in Dover Plains will host, Yoga with the Horses, on August 14, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The class will be held in an outdoor paddock, joined by two rescue horses. The farm is also open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the public.

Participants need to know the animals may approach and brush up against them. There will not be, however, any standing or practicing yoga positions on the horses themselves.

According to Connie Barthen, an AFAA certified fitness instructor, horse yoga is therapeutic for the practitioners, and for the horses. Barthen says she fell in love with the horses after being asked to teach on the Lucky Orphans Farm. “I enjoy bringing awareness to how important animals are,” she says.

The class is one of several programs available at the rescue sanctuary, whose mission is to help people connect with horses.

“We are committed to the life-long well-being of our horses and believe in the healing bond between humans and horses,” says Faith Shultz, Executive Assistant at Lucky Orphans.

The cost is $40 per person. Participants are asked to bring a yoga mat and water, and are encouraged to visit the herd before and/or after their session.

Location: Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue, 2699 RT 22, Dover Plains, NY. For more information, contact Connie Barthen at connie.b@ comcast.net or visit LuckyOrphans.org.

In Balance Concepts Qigong. Tai Chi. Meditation 2505 Rt. 6, St. 108, Brewster 845.803.1992 Inbalancetaichi.com

Trauma-informed Yoga Finding Peace Within 420 S. Riverside Ave. Box #223, Croton-on-Hudson 914.281.2225 visit: tinyurl.com/d96atbuw

YOGA ASSOCIATIONS Yoga Society of New York Ananda Ashram Monroe, NY 845.782.5575 anandaashram.org Yoga Teachers Association Workshops 2nd Sat. 1:30 pm Club Fit, Briarcliff Manor, NY and via Zoom yta_communications@ytayoga.com ytayoga.com

Yoga Retreats Yoga in the Adirondacks, LLC 2 Coulter Rd, Bakers Mills, NY 518.251.3015;914.556.8258 yogaintheadirondacks.com

YogaShine NEW Kripalu, Mat, Chair, Therapy 914.769.8745, yogashine.com Via ZOOM until further notice

YOGA by Karen Universal Healing Arts 4 Crestview Ave. 914.737.4325 UniversalHealingArts.com

CROSS RIVER O2 Living Sanctuary 792 Rt. 35 914.763.6320 O2livingsanctuary.com

DOBBS FERRY Sacred Spirit Yoga & Healing Arts Center 343 Broadway (on campus of South Presbyterian Church) sacredspirityogacenter.org

MAHOPAC Luna Power Yoga Move, Sweat & Breathe 54 Miller Rd., Ste. 4 845.276.4619; lunapoweryoga.com Putnam Yoga 30 Tomahawk Street Baldwin Place, Mahopac 845.494.8118 PutnamYoga.com

SOMERS Zen Garden Health Coaching & Yoga Edit Babboni; CHC, RYT 200 61 Lakeview Dr., Yorktown Heights, NY 917.721.2529 yoga.zengarden@gmail.com

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Annual Support-A-Walk Sunday, October 2 Presented by Support Connection, Inc. Walk With Us in FDR Park or wherever you are! there are many ways to help!

Donate ~ Raise Funds Form a Team ~ Spread the Word Volunteer ~ Make a Difference!

SupportConnection.org ~ 914.962.6402

Sunday, August 14 Individual Retreat August Week Getaway – 8/148/21. Spend the week at Mariandale or just a few days, unstructured and untethered. Swimming pool, gardens, labyrinth, wildlife and views of the Hudson River at the Center at Mariandale, 299 N. Highland Ave, Ossining. Info: Mariandale.org.

Yoga with the Horses – 11am-12noon. Hatha yoga to exhale the negative away and breath in positive energy, massage the body and soul from the inside out. Bring water and mat. $40. Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue, 2699 RT 22, Dover Plains. Info: LuckyOrphans.org.

Monday, AUGUST 15 Quit with Quinn, Addiction-Free Naturally – 6:30pm, lasts 30-45 minutes. Quit with Quinn addiction cessation treatments bring remarkable, fast and sustainable results for overcoming all sorts of addictions. Q & A regarding smoking, alcohol, sugar, overeating, weight loss. Free. Details: 914.473.2015; quitwithquinn.com.

Wednesday, August 17 914 TLC Monthly Meeting – 8:30-10am.

Networking meeting group with Beth Leas for holistic health and wellness providers. First time free. O2Living Sanctuary, Cross River. Call/text: 203.856.9566.

Afro-Caribbean Spiritual Practices – 5:306:30pm. Participants deepen their understanding and knowledge of Afro-Caribbean traditions. This month will be an open forum discussion. $15.

Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: PersephonesPearl.com. 914.737.3460.

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Writing Summer Series: Gathering Nature’s Abundance – The workshop will focus on gathering nature’s abundance. Also enjoy the gardens, labyrinth, wildlife and views of the Hudson River at the Center at Mariandale, 299 N. Highland Ave, Ossining. Info: mariandale.org.

Friday, August 19 DIY Workshop: Hanging Planters – 5:30-6:30pm.

Participants will learn how to make a decorative planter while also growing their green thumb. $15.

Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: PersephonesPearl.com. 914.737.3460.

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Saturday, August 20 Remote Wilderness Day Walk – With Bianca Di Salvo, designed to foster greater physical, psychological, and spiritual health. Info: 914.771.8784 or WildernessDayWalk.com.

Wassaic Project’s August Block Party – 12noon10pm. The second of two summer block parties in and around Wassaic. Info: WassaicProject.org.

Monthly Séance (Spanish) 7-9pm. $15. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: PersephonesPearl.com. 914.737.3460.

Sunday, August 21 Intro to Shamanism – 10am-6pm. With Eileen O’Hare. One day workshop teaches the fundamentals of shamanic practice, including 7 sacred directions, 5 elements, 3 worlds, energy-clearing practices, spirit guides and totem animals. $150.

Healing House, Beacon. Info: 914.456.7789 or EileenOHare.com.

Monday, August 22 Energy Bagua Walking Meditation Class – 9:30am12:30pm. 8/22-8/28. The Bodhi Meditation Society brings the area’s first Energy Bagua walking meditation class for adults ages 18 and older to Westchester Community College in Valhalla. $180. Info: call Kristen at 914.330.5650 or Energy-Bagua.com/en.

Quit with Quinn, Addiction-Free Naturally – 6:30pm, lasts 30-45 minutes. Quit with Quinn addiction cessation treatments bring remarkable, fast and sustainable results for overcoming all sorts of addictions. Q & A regarding smoking, alcohol, sugar, overeating, weight loss. Free. Details: 914.473.2015; quitwithquinn.com.

Tuesday, August 23 The Art of Iconography Retreat – 8/23-8/25.

Artist and author Fr. Peter Pearson returns to Mariandale with a new 3-day retreat. The Center at Mariandale, 299 N. Highland Ave, Ossining. Info: mariandale.org.

Dutchess County Fair – 10am-10pm. 8/23-8/28.

Rain or shine. Six day carnival featuring agriculture, horticulture, turn-of-the-Century treasures, working blacksmith shop, gas powered engine show and more. Tickets/Info: DutchessFair.com.

The Digestive System: The Basis of Health of the Entire Body – 7-8pm. Free online lecture with Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician, offered through the Desmond-Fish Public Library, Garrison. Register with library: 845.424.3020 or DesmondFishLibrary.org.

Wednesday, August 24 Working with Crystal Grids: Manifestation – 5:30-6:30pm. Participants learn how to use crystals grids to manifest things and heighten their energy work. $15. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: PersephonesPearl.com.

914.737.3460.

Friday, August 26 Walkway at Night – 8:15-9:45pm. Enjoy the Hudson Valley views after dark from 212 feet above the Hudson River on the Walkway Over the Hudson. $5/non-members. Tickets required: walkway.org/ walkwayatnight.

Saturday, August 27 New Moon Women’s Circle: Beauty Standards + Body Image – 6:30-8pm. With Michelle Eggink. Learn how to challenge modern beauty standards and step into a space of self-love with meditation and safe expression. Pellegrino Healing Center’s Himalayan Salt Cave, 4307 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park. 845.233.5672. Register: pellegrinohealingcenter.com/events.

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Monthly Séance at Persephone’s Pearl – 7-9pm. $15. Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill.

Info: PersephonesPearl.com. 914.737.3460.

Sunday, August 28 Intro to Shamanism – 10am-6pm. With Eileen O’Hare. One day workshop teaches the fundamentals of shamanic practice, including 7 sacred directions, 5 elements, 3 worlds, energy-clearing practices, spirit guides and totem animals. $150.

Healing House, Beacon. Info: 914.456.7789 or EileenOHare.com.

Monday, AUGUST 29 Quit with Quinn, Addiction-Free Naturally – 6:30pm, lasts 30-45 minutes. Quit with Quinn addiction cessation treatments bring remarkable, fast and sustainable results for overcoming all sorts of addictions. Q & A regarding smoking, alcohol, sugar, overeating, weight loss. Free. Details: 914.473.2015; quitwithquinn.com.

Wednesday, August 31 Women’s Sisterhood Group – 6-7pm. Come enjoy all the wonderful things within the feminine mysteries in the company of other women. Free.

Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: PersephonesPearl.com. 914.737.3460.

Friday, September 2 Intro to Shamanism – 10am-6pm. With Eileen O’Hare. One day workshop teaches the fundamentals of shamanic practice, including 7 sacred directions, 5 elements, 3 worlds, energy-clearing practices, spirit guides and totem animals. $150.

Healing House, Beacon. Info: 914.456.7789 or EileenOHare.com.

Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival – 9/2-9/4.

Bring a blanket or chair to watch hot-air balloons ascend from the designated picnic area. Reservations: $15/evenings; $8/mornings. Tymor Park, Union Vale.

Info: dcrcoc.org/balloonfesthv.org or 845.454.1701.

Saturday, September 3 6th Mind Body Soul Expo – 10am-5pm. Demos, performances, classes, practitioners and unique modalities. Participants will explore health, wellness, and holistic therapies they may not have heard of before. Over 130 vendors. Free admission. Saratoga Springs City Center. Info: MindBodySoulExpo.com.

Boscobel Chamber Music Festival – 6pm. The Boscobel Chamber Music Festival presents The Emerson String Quartet. $85/adult; $45/child.

Boscobel House and Gardens Event Pavilion. 1601 Rt. 9D, Garrison. Info: Boscobel.org.

Monday, September 5 Boscobel Chamber Music Festival – 11am. Family Concert on the Lawn. Adult $65/adult; $45/child.

Boscobel House and Gardens Great Lawn, 1601 Rt. 9D, Garrison. Info: Boscobel.org.

August 2022 Astrology with Pamela Cucinell Lion in Waiting August 1 is Lammas and perfect to dust off the superfluous and focus on the essence. Don’t get seduced by excess August 2, instead chew with care and savor the moment. The desire to have it all August 3 only invites a sense of feeling shortchanged; shoot for what can be obtained.

Sharp analysis and laser focus brings rewards August 4. Widen the dream August 5 and take calculated steps to encourage others to expand its promise.

Cat-like Stretches On August 6, exuberance can be hard to harness and creates a problem when people feel bulldozed. Creative expression hits high octaves on August 7. As the Sun shines midway through Leo on August 8, the heart’s passion increases and with that, sometimes hard choices. Inspiration comes at the nth hour August 9. Go for satisfaction in the long run August 10, rather than rue temporary disappointments. Brilliance in achievement is yours at the August 11 Aquarius full moon when you weather volatility. Allow yourself meditation, nature and music August 12. Listening for gaps August 13 improves communication.

Quiet the Roar Disruptive energy August 14 is hard to handle for those who ignore it. Impulsive actions August 15 have consequences.

Balance of power can tip either way August 16. Quell any longing August 17 with a surefire obtainable comfort. Stay on task August 18. Early morning eruptions open dialogue August 19. Enjoy ease of movement August 20.

Solid Ground Have fun and watch things fall into place August 21. Simple routines develop rhythm August 22. Find a reliable anchor August 23. Uranus retrograde August 24 signals upsets. Self-expression benefits from a commitment August 25.

A Page Turns Finish old business August 26 to prepare for a fresh start. The Virgo new moon August 27 presents opportunities for brand new beginnings. A small sacrifice August 28 matters little compared to the potential success before you. Too many choices blur negotiations August 29. Find reliable partners August 30, and filter those who are not. Even if the road feels uphill on August 31, through good preparation and companions, you are on your way!

Pamela Cucinell offers a spiritual astrological perspective for the massive changes of our time, as well as guidance through private sessions and podcasts. For more info, call 917.796.6026, email pamela@insightoasis. com, or visit InsightOasis.com and ActiveSpirituality.Life. See ad, page 30.

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Tai Chi & Qigong – 7pm. Instructor, Sifu Gary Renza, 35 years’ experience, cultivates ‘life-force’ energy, to strengthen body, mind, spirit, improve overall health. $20/drop in. Universal Healing Arts, Cortlandt Manor. Info: UniversalHealingArts.com, 914.737.4325.

Beginner Qigong Class – 7pm. With Master David Cunniff. In Studio class for those fully vaccinated. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com.

markyourcalendar The Market on The River Sundays through October 9 am - 1 pm

Breath, Relax & Slow Flow Yoga – 7:30pm8:45pm, virtual via zoom. With Jo-Anne Salomone, CYT. A great slow flow with breath movement and deep relaxation. Open level. $12. Contact Jo-Anne: 917.364.1871; TheTemperanceCenter.com.

Cortlandt Waterfront Park

45 Riverview Avenue Verplanck, NY 10596

Produce, Honey, Baked Goods, Farm Fresh Eggs PranaMoon Yoga at 10 am LetItShineOnline.com Info@LetItShineOnline.com

sunday Rye 2022 Down to Earth Farmers Market – 8:30am-1pm. 5/8-12/4. In the parking lot off Theodore Fremd Avenue, behind the Purchase Street stores. Info: DownToEarthMarkets.com.

The Sunday Market on The River – 9am-1pm.

Mother’s Day thru Oct. PranaMoon Yoga offers a drop in, all level yoga class on the lawn at 10am.

Cortlandt Waterfront Park, 45 Riverview Ave. Verplanck. Info: LetItShineOnline.com.

wednesday

curiosity, flexibility and compassion. Lots of individual attention. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation. Info: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com.

The Healing Circle – 10:30-11:30am. Via Zoom.

Conducted by Beryl Hay. 2nd Mondays. Safe and sacred way to connect to the breath while deepening meditation and mindfulness practices. This practice helps to provide a more compassionate way to live.

Info: mariandale.org (calendar).

Irvington Farmers Market – 9:30am-1pm. 2nd & 4th Sundays. Main Street School parking lot, 101 Main St, Irvington. Info: theirvingtonfarmersmarket.org.

Yonkers 2022 Down to Earth Farmers Market –10am-2pm. 6/5-11/20. Closed street and footpath in Van Der Donck Park at Woodworth Avenue between traffic barriers. Info: DownToEarthMarkets.com.

Beacon Farmers Market – 10am-3pm. May through Nov. DMV parking lot, 223 Main Street, Beacon. Info: beaconfarmersmarket.org.

Rhinebeck Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Thru December 18 (no market December 4). Rain or shine. Located outside at the municipal parking lot.

Info: Rhinebeckfarmersmarket.com.

Hudson Valley Farmers Market- 10am-3pm. Year round. A one stop shop farmers market with fresh Hudson Valley products. 227 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook. Info: GreigFarm.com; 845.758.1234.

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tuesday Qigong Zoom Class – 9am. With Master David Cunniff. Zoom class. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com.

Gentle Slow Flow Yoga – 9:15am. A slower, soothing Vinyasa practice. Gently open energy lines, soothe the nervous system through pranayama, meditation and movement. $20. Universal Healing Arts, Cortlandt Manor. Info: UniversalHealingArts.com, 914.737.4325.

Green Street Radio – 10am. With Patti and Doug Wood. Environmental news, analysis and sciencebased information. Info: greenstreetradio.com. 99.5 FM and WBAI.org.

Qigong Class – 5:30pm. With Master David Cunniff. In Studio class for those fully vaccinated. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com.

Virtual Chair YogaShine, Super Gentle, for Senior Adults and Adults with Special Needs/ Health and Recovery Concerns – 10-11am.

Gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, Kripalu-based, developing

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Vi r t u a l Yo g a S h i n e f o r P re - Te e n s a n d Teens – 5-6pm. Gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, Kripalubased, developing consciousness, curiosity, strength, and compassion. Individual attention First class free. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation.

Info: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com.

Qigong Class – 5:30pm. With Master David Cunniff. In Studio class for those fully vaccinated. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com.

Workshop Wednesdays at Persephone’s Pearl –5:30-7pm. A different topic every week.See monthly calendar of events for specific topic.

Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460.

Virtual YogaShine for Adults – 7-8:30pm.

Kripalu-based, gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, developing consciousness, curiosity, and compassion. Lots of individual attention. First class free. Vitalah Simon.

Zoom invitation: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com.

thursday Cat Spay And Neutering Day – 3rd Thursdays.

Low cost services provided by the T.A.R.A. Mobile Clinic. Appointments required. Other services available. Early morning drop off and late afternoon pick up. Trinity Episcopal Church Parish House, 5 Elm St, Fishkill. Pricing/Info: 845.206.9021.

The NuSpecian Live – 9:30am. Aston and Jillian talk about health-related topics and NuSpecies products. Viewers can chat during the live show to comment on the topic and ask questions. Info: nuspecies.com/pages/the-nuspecian.

Gentle/Moderate Kripalu-based Yoga – 9:30-11am. In-person and virtual. With Chris Glover. Gentle, nurturing, yet strengthening.

Develops a calm nervous system and embodied awareness thru compassionate self-observation.

Info: sacredspirityogacenter.org.

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Healing Circle – 7-8pm. Participants will destress and enjoy universal healing energies in a group. $15.

Persephone’s Pearl, 1014B Main St, Peekskill. Info: Persephonespearl.com; 914.737.3460.

Qigong Class – 5:30pm. With Master David Cunniff. In Studio class for those fully vaccinated. First class is free. In Balance Tai Chi Studio, 2505 Carmel Ave, Suite 108, Brewster. Info: 845.803.1992 or InBalanceTaiChi.com.

friday New Rochelle 2022 Down to Earth Farmers Market – 9am-2pm, 06/03-10/28. Thomas Paine Cottage Museum. New Rochelle. Info: DownToEarthMarkets.com.

The NuSpecian Live – 9:30am. Aston and Jillian talk about health-related topics and NuSpecies products. Viewers can chat during the live show to comment on the topic and ask questions. Info: nuspecies.com/pages/the-nuspecian Gentle/Moderate Kripalu-based Yoga – 9:30-11am. In-person and virtual. With Chris Glover. Gentle, nurturing, yet strengthening.

Develops a calm nervous system and embodied awareness thru compassionate self-observation.

Info: sacredspirityogacenter.org.

Virtual Chair YogaShine, Super Gentle, for Senior Adults and Adults with Special Needs/ Health and Recovery Concerns – 10:30 -11:30am.

Gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, Kripalu-based, developing curiosity, flexibility and compassion. Lots of individual attention. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation.

Info: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com.

Qi Gong Class – 10:30-11:45am. With Lorraine Hughes. Fridays. Simple movements aligned with breathwork to alleviate stress and promote flexibility. open to everyone, regardless of physical capabilities. $100/5 class package. Dutchess Yoga, 1820 Route 376, Poughkeepsie. Info: EmpoweredByNature.net.

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saturday Yoga Teachers Association Workshops – 2nd Sat. Open to yoga teachers and students, members and nonmembers. Club Fit, 584 N State Rd, Briarcliff Manor and/or via Zoom. Info: ytayoga.com.

Chappaqua farmers market – 8:30am-1pm.

Opens May 7. Located at the South Lot, Chappaqua train station. Info: chappaquafarmersmarket.org.

Larchmont 2022 Down to Earth Farmers Market – 8:30am-1:00pm. Thru 12/17. ). At the front of the Metro-North upper lot, Chatsworth Ave/Myrtle Blvd.

Larchmont. Info/updates: DownToEarthMarkets.com.

Ossining 2022 Down to Earth Farmers Market – 8:30am-1pm. Year-Round. Parking lot near the corner of Spring and Main Streets. Info/updates: downtoearthmarkets.com.

Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow Farmers Market, The TaSH – 8:30am-1:30am. Patriots Park. Info: tashfarmersmarket.org.

Pleasantville Farmers Market – 8:30am-1pm.

Through Nov. 19. Metro-North Parking Lot, 10 Memorial Plaza, Pleasantville. Information: pleasantvillefarmersmarket.org.

Kingston Farmers Market – 9am-2pm. Thru Nov 19. County Courthouse parking lot, 285 Wall St, Kingston. Info: Kingstonfarmersmarket.org.

2022 John Jay Homestead Farmer Market – 9am-2pm. Members first pick 9 to 9:30am. Thru Oct. 29. In the barnyard; use the Farm Lane entrance. Parking is available in the field in front of the white Brick Cottage. 400 Jay St, Katonah.

Info: johnjayhomestead.org.

Intermediate Kripalu-based Yoga – 9:1510:30am. In-person and virtual. With Kathleen Hinge, For more experienced practitioners who desire more of a challenge. Be guided through more advanced postures, and invited to hold poses longer and explore personal variations. Info: sacredspirityogacenter.org.

Cold Spring Farmers’ Market – 10am-1pm.

Outdoors in the Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 NY-9D, Garrison Info: csfarmmarket.org.

Hudson Valley Farmers Market- 10am-3pm. Year round. A one stop shop farmers market with fresh Hudson Valley products. 227 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook. Info: GreigFarm.com; 845.758.1234.

Beginner Kripalu-based Yoga – 10:45am-12noon.

In-person and virtual. With Kathleen Hinge. Learn gentle pose sequences, and embodied awareness. Suitable for new students and those with physical limitations or recovering from injury.

Info: sacredspirityogacenter.org.

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HELP WANTED Front desk / office manager position at busy chiropractic office in White Plains.

Will train right person, but applicant must be punctual, hardworking, fun, charismatic, energetic, goal oriented. Excellent starting salary and high earning potential. Send resume to drgertner@ucc-ny.com.

Be a part of Something Big – Work from home FT/PT. Turn your passion for wellness into a paycheck! Be at the intersection of the booming natural health field and work from home in an e-commerce industry. Contact Cindy Rosenbaum of Rosenbaum Wellness.

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HOUSE ShARE Roommate Wanted for gorgeous home in the Lake Waubeeka Community, Danbury, CT. Available October 1. Single lady, non-smoker, nature lover, cat lover, quiet, responsible, spiritual. Shared bath, access to entire house, gorgeous kitchen, etc. $1000/month. Email me at: cartcat48@gmail.com for more details.

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ADDICTION CESSATION

ACCOUNTING/TAX SERVICES

Quit with Quinn

Sternbach & Rose, CPAs

Midtown Manhattan and Garrison Steve.healingny@gmail.com 914.473.2015; QuitWithQuinn.com

115 E. Stevens Ave, Suite 100 Valhalla, NY 10595 914.940.4449; sandrcpa.com

Our goal is to help people have less anxiety about managing their finances, to maximize their income and run their businesses better. Giving people a stronger financial foundation can absolutely contribute to a better quality of life.

Quit with Quinn helps p e o p l e overcome daily addictions and unwanted habits ranging from sugar, smoking, alcohol, weight loss, to overeating and other compulsive habits. All natural, painless, no medications, needles, or hypnosis. 90% success rate. See ad pg 35.

ACUPUNCTURE

ayurveda DR. KAUSHIK’S AYURVEDIC AND NATUROPATHIC CLINIC

Yellow Monkey Village 792 Rte 35 Cross River, NY, and NYC Office: 914.875.9088; Cell: 646.670.6725 Drkaushik.com; drkaushik@drkaushik.com Combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health.

Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may includesupplements, diet/ nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. Clinic days: M-F. See ad pg 9.

ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE

Laurie R. Mallis, MD, LAc

SearchLight Medical 2424 Route 52, Hopewell Junction, NY 845.592.4310; SearchLightMedical.com Frustrated with not feeling or looking your best? Let me guide you on your path to better health and well-being. Utilizing: Medical Acupuncture, ONDAMED Biofeedback Therapy, Reiki, Mei Zen Acupuncture for facial rejuvenation, weight loss and fertility. See ad pg 15.

Karla Booth Diamond, MAmSAT

Member: Westchester Holistic Network 11 Main St, 2nd Floor, Mount Kisco, NY 10549 914.649.9565; Awareness-in-Action.com Move with ease! The Alexander Technique is an educational method for learning to release patterns of tension that may be causing stress, pain, or poor body usage. Feel lighter and learn to undo compression of the spine and joints.

Heather Perlow, L.Ac.

Concentric Acupuncture 875 Mamaroneck Ave, Ste 303, Mamaroneck 914.200.3343; ConcentricAcupuncture.com L e t ’s r e s t o r e y o u r h e a l t h together! Personalized treatment plans promote healing through acupuncture, Chinese herbs, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, and Qi Gong. I treat pain, insomnia, anxiety, depression, digestive and skin issues, pre/post-surgical care, gynecological issues, facial rejuvenation and more.

Astrology ASTROLOGY INSIGHT

Pamela Cucinell NCGR PAA 917.796.6026; InsightOasis.com Astrology & Tarot with spiritual perspective and a practical twist.

Find your way to flow instead of fight; economy of action leads to a beautiful life. Skype, Zoom and phone. See ad pg 30.

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BEHAVIORAL OPTOMETRY SAMANTHA SLOTNICK, OD, FAAO, FCOVD

495 Central Park Ave, Suite 301, Scarsdale 914.874.1177; DrSlotnick.com A whole-person, holistic approach to vision care, for all ages.

Specializing in vision therapy and rehabilitation for vision problems which interfere with reading, learning, attention, performance and efficiency. Please visit website for details. See ad pg 29.

CBD Your CBD of Mt. Kisco

222 E. Main St., Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 914.276.5409; YourCBDstoreMtKisco.com

Your CBD of Wappingers Falls

1582 U.S. 9 #5, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 845.297.0302; CBDWappingers.com Your CBD Store® is the largest hemp retailer in the US. All of our products are USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO and ThirdParty Lab Tested. We offer the highest quality hemp products including CBD Tinctures, Topicals and Water Solubles for people and pets.

See ad pg 41.

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CHIROPRACTIC Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic Paul V. Scarborough, DC, BCAO 77 Pond Field Rd., 1F-2A 914.704.3005; atlasorthogonist.com

Dr. Paul Scarborough has relocated to Bronxville, NY from his NYC location to continue practicing Atlas Orthogonal, a subspecialty in Chiropractic. Specific x-rays are taken utilizing state of the art equipment, treatment is administered with the Atlas Orthogonal Percussion adjusting instrument, secondary treatments are incorporated as needed. See ad pg 15.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY Joy Matalon LMT, CST

Locations: Ossining, Garrison 914.519.8138; Joymatalon.com Craniosacral Therapy with Somato Emotional Release allows physical, emotional, and spiritual issues to be intimately explored bringing relief from pain and activating a healing process which continues beyond the session.

Experience CST alone or integrated in therapeutic massage.

FUNCtional MEdicine Susanne Saltzman, MD

250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 914.472.0666; HartsdaleHomeopathy.com Looking for a physician with 25 years of clinical practice using natural remedies? Expertise in treating acute and chronic illness in children and adults. Emphasis on homeopathic and functional medicine to decrease dependency on pharmaceutical drugs. If you want experienced, competent, compassionate, and exceptional care.

DOWSER DR. LEIGH DAMKOHLER, CCSP, LMT 8 Bacon Place, Yonkers, NY 10710 914.523.7947 Chiropractor-WestchesterNY.com

PERSONALIZED treatments designed for YOU by Westchester’s only dually licensed practicing Sports Chiropractor and Massage Therapist. Receive a unique combination of muscle work and adjustments not provided elsewhere. Dr. Leigh can help you move and feel better. Get back to the life you love!

Jeanie Pasquale Professional Dowser

MEMBER: Westchester Holistic Network 845.709.5245; dowsing@househarmony.org HouseHarmony.org Protect yourself from EMFs and other negative energies! A professional dowser can block the negative effects of cell phones, satellite dishes, high-tension wires and more. Moved into a new home?

Want to sell? Have unexplained health issues? Call now!

Dr. Gertner himself suffered with back pain due to an injury.

With upper cervical chiropractic treatments, his body began to “heal itself” and the relentless pain that had plagued him quickly left his body. This inspired him to become one of only 5 NUCCA chiropractors in New York, and less than 200 worldwide, currently. He experienced amazing results and he knows you will too. See ad pg 55.

ANNE H. BENTZEN

Certified Jikiden Reiki Teacher/Practitioner Treatments, Classes and Student Events Custom BACH Flower Essence formulas Energy Counseling, Crystalline grids 25 Broadway, Ste.101, Pleasantville, NY balancing4life.com; 914.588.4079 Health requires energetic balance.

Reiki clears stress, reduces pain, inflammation and restores energy flow. Strengthen your immunity.

Relieve anxiety. Depression and insomnia. Learn the original Reiki teachings with Jikiden. Private sessions and small classes. See ad pg 18.

COACH – LIFE The Loving Lotus

In person or remote sessions 914.557.8213; lovinglotus.org the.loving.lotusx3@gmail.com The Loving Lotus and founder Erika Camilli will help provide an open, positive space to support you to connect to your authentic true self and create the change needed to live the life you’ve always wanted. Sign up for your free consultation.

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FRESH ORGANIC SALON SOLUTIONS Hair care, Skincare & Make up 190 Rt 117 By Pass, Bedford, NY 914.242.1928; FreshOrganicSalon.com

A healthy approach to beauty and wellness led by Maureen Toohey, Regional Educator for Organic Salon Systems. The fresh team is committed to making your experience fully complete and satisfying, organically. Receive a gift valued at $75 with your 1st color appointment, when you mention Natural Awakenings. See ad pg 13.

energy healing

Upper Cervical Chiropractic of NY 311 North St., Suite 410, White Plains, NY 914.686.6200: ucc-ny.com

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HERBAL MEDICINE LORRAINE HUGHES

Registered Herbalist (AHG) 263 New Hackensack Road, 2nd Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredbyNature.net; 845.416.4598 Lorraine offers Individual Wellness Consultations based on the Chinese Herbal Medicine Paradigm which provides a preventative and individual approach to balanced health. Each “unique” individual protocol will include Chinese, We s t e r n , Ay u r v e d i c H e r b a l remedies and Nutritional planning.

Floatation Therapy Rise Above Floatation 111 East Main Street Mount Kisco, NY 10549 914.241.1900

A Center For Awareness and Relaxation through Floatation Therapy. Create the ultimate Relaxation Response by removing all stimulation from light, sound, and gravity. Choose from three different float environments to find your perfect experience. Appointments available from 10am to 10pm daily. Free Parking.

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holistic dentist David L Lerner, DDS, CAc, FIND Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678; holisticdentist.com

We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs.

See ad pg 2.

homeopathY Susanne Saltzman, MD

Mattresses

Nutrition

Davis Furniture

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Open Mon-Sat. 10-6 2264 South Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 845.204.9090; DavisFurnitureOnline.com

Looking for a physician with 25 years of clinical practice using natural remedies? Expertise in treating acute and chronic illness in children and adults. Emphasis on homeopathic and functional medicine to decrease dependency on pharmaceutical drugs. If you want experienced, competent, compassionate, and exceptional care.

Nuspecies.com 866.624.4117 Westchester. Long Island.

Brooklyn. Jamaica, Caribbean

Do you want a healthier night’s sleep? Visit locally owned Davis Furniture and see their full line of all natural American-made mattresses. For over 90 years they have been giving their customers more, and charging them less. And they’ve once again been voted the best furniture store in the Hudson Valley. See ad pg 17.

NuSpecies Health Centers provide free health consultations with certified nutritionists/life coaches. We make custom recommendations of our Raw, Organic, Liquid, Natural nutritional formulas and then work with our clients until they achieve their health goals. See ad pg 3.

Hypnotherapy

Medical Marijuana

250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 914.472.0666; HartsdaleHomeopathy.com

Lisa Bleasdale, C.Ht

Lynn Parodneck M.D.

Willpower often falls short.

Hypnotherapy taps into the power of the subconscious mind to transform your life by creating positive changes. Lisa helps individuals with stress reduction, addiction, weight loss, smoking cessation, procrastination, overcoming fears, phobias, anxiety, grief, and divorce.

Evaluations and Consultations; D r. P a r o d n e c k w o r k s i n compliance with the New York State Compassionate Care Act. She is one of the leading medical marijuana clinicians in New York, with numerous referring specialists and an extensive professional network in the cannabis industry. See ad pg 31.

Integrative Medicine

naturopathic doctor

Certified Hypnotherapist Somers, Ny 914.400.9508; lisableasdale.com

Pellegrino Integrative Cancer Center

4307 Albany Post Rd Hyde Park NY 12538 pellegrinointegrativecancercenter.com Pellegrino Integrative Cancer Center is a collaboration of healthcare practitioners dedicated to delivering the highest standard of conventional, complementary, and alternative medicine. See ad, pg 18.

Certified Medical Marijuana Practitioner 914.525.6536; DrParodneck@gmail.com DrLynnParodneck.com

DR. KAUSHIK’S AYURVEDIC AND NATUROPATHIC CLINIC

Yellow Monkey Village 792 Rte 35 Cross River, NY, and NYC Office: 914.875.9088; Cell: 646.670.6725 Drkaushik.com; drkaushik@drkaushik.com Combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may include supplements, diet/nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. Clinic days: Monday-Friday. See ad pg 9.

Office of Dr. Michael Wald

Dr. Michael Wald, DC, Board Certified Nutritionist 29 King St, 2nd Fl, Chappaqua, NY 10514 914.552.1442 - info@blooddetective.com DrMichaelWald.com; #BloodDetective D r . Wa l d i s a h o l i s t i c DC, Nutritionist, and Dietician who’s Blood Detective software, labs and detailed consult help get to the cause(s) of persistent health issues. Conditions include autoimmune, weight loss, antiaging, cancer, GI issues, depression, and more.

See ad pg 11.

Podiatry Katonah Podiatry, PC

Pamela Hoffman, DPM Glenn B. Weiss, DPM 200 Katonah Ave., Katonah, NY 914.232.8880; Katonahpodiatry.com Foot care for people of all ages.

Board certified holistic podiatrists who use a comprehensive, integrative approach. Customized treatments utilizing the best of today’s technology combined with nutrition and 30 years of experience.

Some changes look negative on the surface but you will soon realize that space is being created in your life for something new to emerge. ~ Eckhart Tolle August 2022

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REFLEXOLOGY LORRAINE HUGHES

ARCB Certified Reflexologist 263 New Hackensack Road, 2nd Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredbyNature.net; 845.416.4598

sleep disorder David L Lerner, DDS, CAc, FIND Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678 HolisticDentist.com

We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs.

See ad pg 2.

Foot and/or Hand Reflexology sessions are offered with the use of Essential Oils applied to acupuncture points based upon each individual’s presenting pattern. Please refer to Services page on web site for the many benefits of this ancient modality.

sPA REIki Reiki Classes

Cynthia M Chase, LCSW, Reiki Master 860.395.0284; cynthiachase.com cynthiamchase@gmail.com Manifest yourself as a healer; fulfill your life’s purpose! Cynthia offers personalized classes leading to Reiki levels I, II and Master level. Go to cynthiamchase.com for details.

RETREATS Yoga in the Adirondacks

(YitA) at The Divine Acres “Where Yoga Embraces Nature” 2 Coulter Road, Bakers Mills, NY 12811 518.251.3015; YogaInTheAdirondacks.com YitA at the Divine Acres is a yoga shala – a safe place for healing and becoming healthy within our authentic selves.

Eliminate distractions and illuminate positivity to focus on our true intentions. YitA is a place of education and joy, with miniature donkeys and sheep that add love to this divine space.

290 Main St., Cold Spring NY 845.240.1822; HRHealingWellness.com Improve overall wellness.

B r e a t h e r, R e l a x , R e s t o r e .

Services offered; Salt Room, CBD Products, Red/Infrared Light therapy, Thai Bodywork, Massage, Craniosacral work, Percussive therapy, Reiki, Acupuncture, Reflexology, Myofacial Release, Meditation, Yoga and more.

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Earth Angels Veterinary Hospital 44 Saint Nicholas Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 845.227.P-A-W-S (7297) Earthangelsvet.com

Where East meets West with compassionate care for a holistic approach to your pet’s health.

Offering a wide range of services/ products including wellness exams, nutritional support, alternative cancer therapies, surgery, dentals, acupuncture, CBD products, pet boarding and more on our beautiful 9-acre facility.

BALANCE DAY SPA

Westchester’s ONLY Certified Green Spa 280 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 310, White Plains, NY 914.358.9898; balance-dayspa.com As Westchester County’s ONLY certified green spa, Balance Day Spa has been in business since 2010. We specialize in all aspects of esthetics, including: facials, peels, waxing, tinting, bronzing, aromatherapy, energy healing and makeup. All organic, all the time.

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Weight Loss Quit with Quinn

Addiction-Free Naturally Midtown Manhattan and Garrison Steve.healingny@gmail.com 914.473.2015; QuitWithQuinn.com Quit with Quinn helps people lose weight by overcoming addiction to sugar and white flour, and compulsive overeating. After treatment, most people experience indifference towards refined sugar, sweets and treats, leading to easy weight loss.

30 years experience. 90% success rate. See ad pg 35.

Support Connection

Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Services 914.962.6402; 800.532.4290 Supportconnection.org Support Connection provides free support services to people affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Services include: One-onone counseling (counselors are also cancer survivors); Support groups; Educational and wellness programs; Webinars; Social gatherings; Referrals; A national toll-free information and support hotline.

See ad pg 15.

SALT ROOM SPA HUDSON RIVER HEALING & WELLNESS

Veterinary Hospital

tmj disorder David L Lerner, DDS, CAc, FIND Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678 HolisticDentist.com

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We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs.

See ad pg 2.

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WELLNESS CENTER ALTERNATIVE HEALING CLINIC The Future of Medicine By appt: 914.330.5594 AlternativeHealingClinic.com

At Alternative Healing Clinic, Dr. Jordan, NA.D., Ph.D. Naturologist finds causes of sub-health conditions and locates natural solutions that clear acute and chronic issues through an FDA approved non-invasive test creating your effective wellness plans. Free consultation. See ad pg 19.

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