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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

23 WHO INSPIRES YOU?

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by Isha Judd

24 A CONVERSATION WITH ANDREW HARVEY

Author and Sacred Activist

by Linda Sechrist

26 HOMEGROWN HEROES Inspired to Make a Difference

by Linda Sechrist

30 THE TIME IS RIGHT for Real Change

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by Bruce Wilson

32 GOODNIGHT, MOON 44 Creating Soulful Bedrooms for Children

by Judith Fertig

40 GARDENING

FOR WILDLIFE

Fostering Nature’s Magic

by Betsy S. Franz

42 ARE YOUR

CHILD’S EAR INFECTIONS A PAIN?

44 DOGGY BREATH

by Dr. Shawn Messonnier

46 STAIR CLIMBING 46

Fast + Efficient + Age-defying

by Maggie Spilner

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16 healthbriefs 20 globalbriefs 23 inspiration

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47 yogaandfitness calendar

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52 naturalhealth calendar 57 community resource guide

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s I look out my window over piles of dirty black snow, I wish I could snap my fingers and raise the outside temperature by 20 degrees. In this moment I want change now.

At other times, in other situations—fishing with my son, swimming at Mauch Chunk Lake, laughing with friends around the dinner table—I do not want change… ever. I like some things just the way they are.

I also recall the many times that unlooked-for change has been thrust upon me like an inevitable wave. I might even have seen it coming; yet the best I could do was hold onto my values and ideals and wait for the swirling current to slow enough for me to get my feet under me and stick the landing.

Still, I cannot imagine life without change. How we deal with change defines us as individuals. May we move forward boldly in shaping a good outcome for all whose lives we affect now and in the future.

In this month’s special edition on Inspired Change, we share the stories of some of the thousands of Americas who are courageously making a positive difference. Led by their inner spirit, they are acting on what they see as right, each in his or her own way, beginning in their own backyard. Just as these individuals understand that they need not commit extraordinary feats to live extraordinary lives, so we too can say “Yes!” to creating the small changes that make a world of difference.

We don’t have to look far to see that such caring is alive and well throughout our area. Every day I am blown away by the amazing people I meet through publishing this magazine. Thousands of dedicated individuals and scores of organizations, though typically unsung heroes, work every day on behalf of our community and our world. We have had the privilege of recognizing many of them in this magazine over the past three years.

We hope that we have inspired you along the way and would like to thank all who have inspired us. Natural Awakenings’ mission is to encourage a change for the better in how we all participate in sustaining our own health and that of the environment that affects us all.

Now we have the means of inviting more of our readers to participate in helping the magazine improve through our new online survey. It takes less than 3 minutes to tell us what we can do to make your life even better. We value your opinion and do not collect email addresses.

Here’s to being the change we wish to see in the world,

TELL US HOW WE’RE DOING! To help us serve you better, please participate in our online survey.

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newsbriefs Expo Celebrates Holistic Healing and Metaphysical Exploration

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adiant Light Holistic Healing and Teaching Center is presenting a Holistic Healing and Metaphysical Expo on March 6 and 7. Held at the Riveredge Grand Ballroom in Reading, exhibitors include holistic healing modalities, DNA activations, wellness centers, artwork, crystals and gems, chiropractic care, jewelry, ionic foot cleanse, lymphatic drainage, massage therapy, Bach flower essences, reflexology, reiki, vitamin and herbal therapy, readers, astrology, clothes, gifts, music mantra, and much more.

Admission for the expo, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both days, is $6 per day and includes keynote speaker lectures “Are You Ready for 2012” and “A Holistic Approach to Autism”. Children are welcome to explore the Crystal Cave booth to learn and play.

For information contact Sylvia Seward at 610-921-3985 or visit RadiantLightCenter.com. Vendor booths may still be available. See ad, page 9.

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Greenshire Arts Inspires Change from the Inside-Out

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reenshire Arts Consortium in Quakertown is offering a series of transformational workshops from March until June. Categories include integrated wellness, emotional growth, change and balance, and spiritual rransformation.

Greenshire’s spring programs are specifically designed to guide individuals in creating lasting and powerful changes at all levels: emotional, mental, physical and spiritual.

“Intentional transformation happens from the inside out, resulting in the integration of body, mind, and spirit; and the clarity of life and purpose,” explains co-founder Arlene Curley. “These courses are offered to make 2010 the best year of your life.” Dedicated to awakening the best of the human spirit while connecting community in a positive, uplifting way, Greenshire is a sanctuary for individuals who are committed to following their deepest calling, and who will support each other in that commitment.

Greenshire Arts Consortium, Institute for Holistic Studies, is located in the countryside of Quakertown, Upper Bucks, near Lake Nockamixon. Visit GreenshireArts.org, or call 215538-0976. See ad, Page 7.

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ased on an individual’s needs, Chef Donna Brown provides healthy meals cooked in the client’s own kitchen. The service includes a free initial consultation, menu-planning, grocery shopping, meal preparation, packaging based on your family needs and heating instructions.

“Good food nurtures the spirit,” explains Brown, who is currently studying at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York City. Brown prepares wholesome, delicious food using the region’s freshest ingredients that are best suited for individual diets so meals are easily prepared in your home kitchen. “We need the convenience of fast food without the health and environmental concerns of many current fast food options.” notes Brown.

Contact Chef Donna Brown, Food for the Spirit Personal Chef Service at 215-679-6624 or visit FoodForTheSpiritPCS.com.

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at Coley, Usui Reiki Master and Teacher, will facilitate a personal growth workshop for caregivers.

Through a variety of therapeutic modalities, the workshop is designed to teach caregivers about self-care and raising of self-esteem through a variety of therapeutic modalities. Holistic practitioners, therapists, caregivers and anyone else that may expend energy in taking care of others can benefit from the tools taught.

“It is much less painful to help someone else get through their pain than to go through our own painful growth,” states Coley, who points out that although healers and caregivers receive kudos from society for helping others; if they do nothing to change or grow, they can suffer from what is commonly known as a burnout. “By learning to take care of ourselves we are stronger and able to help others more effectively and truly enjoy our caretaker roles,” emphasizes Coley.

The fee for this wellness workshop on March 23 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., is $30 and includes a binder full of handouts and over $35 in valuable coupons. For more information contact Cat Coley at 610-863-6764.

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elissa Love, certified yoga instructor is offering Young at Heart therapeutic yoga classes for older adults in Emmaus and Bethlehem. Interested attendees are asked to contact Melissa for class schedules and exact locations.

“If you think yoga is just for the young, thin or super-flexible, think again,” states Love. “Persons of any age or ability can practice yoga, and older adults, in particular, can realize significant health benefits from regular yoga practice.

Yoga practice is effective in preventing falls by improving balance, and also improves cognitive and neurological functioning; increases lung capacity and joint range of motion; lowers blood pressure; and relieves chronic pain or fatigue; all especially important for overall health in older adults.”

It is always advisable to consult one’s primary healthcare provider before beginning any yoga or exercise program. To register or for more information, contact Melissa Love at 215219-1224.

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Who You Are Makes Us who We Are Become a Care Alternatives Hospice Volunteer!

We are actively recruiting volunteers to impact the lives of our patients: reiki practitioners, certified massage therapists comfort volunteers

To sign up for our training, or for more information, please call 866-821-1212 or visit www.carealt.com natural awakenings

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Bringing Serenity to the Community

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erenity Health & Fitness Center LLC has expanded its offerings with new yoga and fitness classes.

The studio in Red Hill now offers over 100 fitness classes each month including Hot Flow Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Body Conditioning, Belly Dancing, Kickboxing, Qi Gong, Tai Chi Easy, Kettlebell and Spring Energie. The wide array of classes are designed for all skill levels from the fitness novice to those looking for a challenge, as well as for all ages from children ages (from one-year) and active senior adults. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We offer a class for everyone regardless of their condition, experience or goals,â&#x20AC;? states Cyndi Posusney. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our certified and experienced instructors monitor your progress and help you address your personal goals. We offer a wide array of classes so that our clients never get bored with their fitness routines. From special classes, such as those designed for children with autism, to Kettlebell, a class that has been proven to burn up to 1600 calories in an hour, our class atmosphere provides a motivational workout without stress.â&#x20AC;? Additional services at Serenity include massage, personal training, and Juli Kellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dance Zone offering dance instruction for children age two and up.

Serenity is located ed at 80 Gravel Pike in Red Hill.

Proud to be a â&#x20AC;&#x153;greenâ&#x20AC;? facility, Serenity also has a charity division, Life Shares that donates to The American Cancer Society. For a full schedule of classes visit our SerenityFit. com or call 267-923-5237.

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ee, hear and touch the latest green building and living products and services at the Lehigh Valley Green Builders Forum’s Green Building Expo on March 22 and 21. Held at the Northampton Community College, this new two-day event will teach attendees about green building practices and how to find the green product, designer, contractor or builder for a home, commercial building or renovation project.

The expo is designed for homeowners, commercial and industrial building owners and operators, property managers, residential and commercial builders and contractors, architects, engineers and other building industry professionals. Exhibitors at the expo will feature the latest green building products and services. Construction professionals will share their expertise on implementing green projects, and state and local officials will talk about greening our community. A series of seminars, for both contractors and the public will present information on various topics including available local, state and federal incentives and resources, financial benefits for green building, green construction practices, methods and requirements and local green building case studies.

Contact exhibiting@lvgreenbuilders.org for a schedule of seminar and presentations. Visit lvgreenbuilders.org. Exhibitor Opportunities may still be available.

Oh boy, what do I do now?

Prayer: Practical help, right where we need it International speaker, John Adams, who in his mid-20’s pursued an acting career in NY, was healed of a serious drug habit by reading Science & Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy.

Free Lecture

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Pathways Holistic Center Expands

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athways Holistic Center in Emmaus has evolved to include four new practitioners who provide comprehensive healing for the mind, body, emotions, and spirit. New class offerings include couples massage, Thai yoga table massage, women’s empowerment classes, cooking classes using live and raw food and nutritionfocused classes. Expanded wellness services include body work, detoxification with infra-red sauna, foot detoxification, and colon hydrotherapy and in-depth spiritual programs.

“We strive to inspire self realizations that allow for indepth healing for the whole you,” states Pathways Founder Sherry Wachter. “Our clients express their amazement at how changing their thoughts changes their lives.” Physical healing can help rid the body of toxins from unhealthy lifestyles but nutrition is a main ingredient to a healthy lifestyle. Pathways educates individuals on how to return to living off the land, a mindful choice with powerful results gaining wider acceptance.

The center is dedicated to helping people on their pathway to healing and optimum health. “We always remind our clients that they are their own best own healer,” enthuses Wachter.

Call 610-966-7001 or visit PathwaysHolisticHealing.com.

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“Your abdomen is a powerhouse so you can launch your new career in less time of healing,” explains Jennifer O’Hagan, than you think! certified Arvigo Technique course leader.

Date: / /08 “It makes sense that ancient healers understood how crucial abdominal massage was to good health. All of the organs within your abdomen play a role in maintaining your internal balance. If the function of one organ is impaired, another organ has to compensate. This At Lincoln, you’ll find the right kind of education to domino effect ultimately impacts your help you pursue a rewarding career in the highly ability to achieve optimal health.” respected, dynamic field of healthcare!

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Relieving Back Pain Yoga Class

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This class is ideal for those very inflexible. Additional regular weekly classes for the new yoga series begin midMarch and run through May. The Workshop is held at the studio located in Bethlehem near Wegmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. For more information, call 610-867-0116 or visit YogaWithStephanieSnyder.com. See ad, page 50.

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Unity Sponsors Energy Exchange Workshops

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nity of Lehigh Valley will offer donation-based Energy Exchange Workshops on March 14 and March 28 at 6 p.m. and continuing each month on the second and fourth Sunday.

Originally started by Helen Schreiber in the 1970â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Energy Exchange offers powerful and energizing basics of spiritual healing. A brief introduction includes the philosophy of energy healing, procedures to be followed, and what one can possibly experience. Trained facilitators then work one on one, or two on one, assisting you in regaining peace, joy and internal harmony to bring of balance, clearing or removal of dis-ease while continually monitoring participants comfort and answering questions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By combining ones inner healing intelligence with the universal divine intelligence by means of compatible intentionality and technique, grand things are experienced,â&#x20AC;? states Facilitator James Skelton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some feel heat, a tingling sensation or color experience. People are invited to witness others being worked on before taking their turn. The effects are long lasting and participants can learn techniques to practice at home.â&#x20AC;?

Unity of the Lehigh Valley is located at 26 North 3rd Street in Emmaus. For further information or possible weather closings please call 610679-605.

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assage therapists Susan Amato and Jamie Jones of Sky Bodywork & Qi Cultivation now provide massage services at Kula Heart Yoga Center in Nazareth. To help celebrate the union of Kula and Sky, an open house event will be held on Sunday March 7 from 2p.m. to 5p.m. All are welcome to come view the new bodywork space, learn more about the various ways in which Amato and Jones can help with discomfort and pain in the body. Healthy, delicious food and drinks will be available along with the opportunity to win a door prize.

During the open house, Amato and Jones will demonstrate various bodywork techniques including Integrated Body Therapy, Thai Yoga Therapy and Chi Nei Tsang, an organ massage meant to free blockages in the abdomen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our open house will give the community a chance to learn more about how bodywork can help address any areas of interest or concern in terms of concepts relating to Traditional Chinese Medicine and Five Element Theory,â&#x20AC;? explains Amato.

Donations will be accepted for Via of the Lehigh Valley, to help benefit children and adults with various physical and mental disabilities. Kula Heart Yoga is located at 2 Belvidere Street in Nazareth. Visit SkyBodyWork.com. See ad page 35.

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White Tea Tops Herbal Charts

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n a recent test to evaluate the health properties of extracts from 21 plant species, white tea considerably outperformed them all. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were testing very small amounts, far less than you would find in a drink,â&#x20AC;? says Professor Declan Naughton of Kingston University, in London, one of the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading specialists on inflammation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The early indicators are that white tea reduces the risk of inflammation that is characteristic of rheumatoid arthritis and some cancers, as well as wrinkles.â&#x20AC;?

Evidently, the properties of white tea go beyond high levels of antioxidants to also block the activities of enzymes that break down elastin and collagen. Naughton explains that elastin supports the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural elasticity, which helps lungs, arteries, ligaments and skin to function. It also helps body tissues repair wounds and stops skin from sagging. Collagen, a protein found in connective tissues, is also key to skin strength and resilience.

Eight of the other plants and herbs analyzed also help protect against the breakdown of both elastin and collagen associated with age-related wrinkling.

After white tea, bladderwrack performed well, followed by extracts of cleavers (Galium aparine, also called goosegrass) rose, green tea, angelica, anise and pomegranate.

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ehavior and health experts at the University of Michigan have found that walking outside in parks or in nature helps improve attention span and memory performance by 20 percent. The researchers, who published their findings in Psychological Science, believe the results may also be relevant to people suffering from mental fatigue. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Interacting with nature can have similar effects as meditating,â&#x20AC;? reports Marc Berman, a psychology researcher at the university. He adds, â&#x20AC;&#x153;People donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to enjoy the walk to get the benefits,â&#x20AC;? although they do tend to find spring and summer walks more enjoyable.

Study participants exhibited increased levels of alertness, satisfaction and mental tranquility after spending just one hour interacting with nature. They reported that their levels of stress had decreased significantly and they felt more in control of their mind. Similar benefits did not accrue from urban walks.

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It hinges on the fact that, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have shown that brain cells keep track of whether recent behaviors were successful or not,â&#x20AC;? explains one of the scientists, and that when a behavior was successful, brain cells became more finely tuned to what is being learned. Failure, on the other hand, appears to produce little or no change in the brain, nor does failure appear to trigger any improvement in behavior.

In their study, the researchers worked with monkeys, giving them trial and error tasks on a computer screen while monitoring their brain activity. When a monkey answered correctly, a signal lingered in its brain, neurons processed information more sharply and effectively, and the monkey was more likely to get the next task right as well. It may help explain the longtime saying, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Success breeds success.â&#x20AC;?

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The simple exercise, when practiced regularly, the doctors say, can improve visual acuity and performance at school and work. How does it work? Visually follow a small letter penned or pasted on a pencil eraser as you move the pencil closer to the nose. The goal is to be able to keep the letter in focus until it touches the nose.

The exercise appears to help with a common condition known as convergence insufficiency, which may affect up to 20 percent of the population. The condition refers to someone who canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cross their eyes. If left unattended, it can affect their reading skills and cause headaches and eye strain. In-office professional vision therapy also can help, but the do-it-yourself exercise works well.

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This crunchy green has long been associated with dieting, due to its natural diuretic effects and low calorie count. Rich in potassium and natural sodium, Weil cites its important role in regulating fluid balance in the body and stimulating urine production, not to mention that celery is a good source of vitamins C and K. Its active compounds, pthalides, may even help lower blood pressure.

Always seek out organically grown celery, advises Weil, as pesticides are commonly used on conventionally grown varieties.

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U.S. growers of genetically engineered (GE) corn, soybeans and cotton increased the use of weed-killing herbicides by 383 million pounds from 1996 to 2008, according to The Organic Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s analysis of Department of Agriculture data. This swamps the 64-million-pound reduction in insecticides associated with GE corn and cotton, resulting in a net increase of 319 million pounds of poison.

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WRINkLES BE GONE

Researchers in Germany suggest that highintensity visible light from light emitting diodes (LED) applied daily for several weeks resulted in â&#x20AC;&#x153;rejuvenated skin, reduced wrinkles and a more resilient complexion.â&#x20AC;?

They see such treatment as a potential alternative to Botox and cosmetic surgery for easing facial wrinkles.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a 30 to 40 billion dollar per year birth industry in this country, and when doulas are included, the outcomes are always better and the costs are lower. That is well documented,â&#x20AC;? explains Pat Burrell, RN, and head of Beach Babys Doula Services. DONA International, one of the major doula training and certifying associations, has been documenting the impact of doula services on childbirth outcomes for many years. Stefanie Atunes, director of Public Relations for DONA, said, â&#x20AC;?This is huge, and there is certainly more work to be done, establishing uniform standards and billing schedules, but this will have tremendous impact for doulas.â&#x20AC;? At the recent DONA Convention in Atlanta, Burrell received a standing ovation recognizing her work and for this groundbreaking achievement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is a jobs issue, a health care quality and cost issue, and a healthy birth issue,â&#x20AC;? adds Burrell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A new career path for women has been opened up, and women who are not nurses can be trained certified and employed in this field that improves health and saves lives.â&#x20AC;?

For more information, contact Pat Burrell, RN, owner of Beach Babys Doula Services, Myrtle Beach, SC, at 843-213-1393, www.BeachBabys.org.

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Earth Hour

World Citizens Switch Off the Lights March 27 Now in its fourth year, Earth Hour 2010 is calling upon us all to symbolically cast our vote for Earth by turning off our lights for one hour at 8:30 p.m. local time.

Last year, nearly a billion world citizens voted this way in 4,000 cities in 87 countries on seven continents. The event sponsor, World Wildlife Fund (WWF), notes that this year, iconic U.S. landmarks, too, will dim their lights as part of the largest call for action on climate change in history.

American landmarks hitting the switch range from the Golden Gate Bridge and Last Vegas strip to Mount Rushmore, joined by local monuments in or near Seattle, Flagstaff, Indianapolis and Atlanta. Cities, schools, businesses and organizations in all 50 states are expected to participate.

“Climate change is impacting our water resources, energy supplies, transportation, agriculture and health, putting our livelihoods and economic future at risk in every part of the country,” explains WWF Climate Director Keya Chatterjee. “Americans will not only be sending a signal that they want solutions to the climate crisis, they’ll be helping to turn the lights out on our nation’s dangerous dependency on foreign oil and an unsustainable economic future.”

Find information and event tools at MyEarthHour.org; also see EarthHourKids.org.

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Many Americans Mix Western, Eastern, New Age Beliefs The latest poll by the Pew Research Center’s Forum on Religion & Public Life finds that one-third of Americans attend religious services at more than one place, while a quarter of us sometimes attend religious services of a faith different from our own. Sixty percent attend at churches or houses of worship; other locations include houses, schools, restaurants, hotels, parks and campgrounds. Some 38 percent attend at least once a week and 34 percent once or twice a month or a few times a year; 27 percent say they seldom or never attend religious services.

Although the United States is an overwhelmingly Christian country, between 23 and 26 percent of the adults polled also say they believe in a tenet of Eastern or New Age spirituality: reincarnation; yoga as a spiritual practice; spiritual energy located in physical things; or astrology. Nearly three in 10 say they have felt in touch with someone who has died.

In 2009, half of Americans polled said they have had “a religious or mystical experience, that is a moment of religious or spiritual awakening.” In 1962, only 22 percent reported having had such an experience.

Source: PewForum.org

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Old Factories Offer New Hope for Wildlife

Waterway Wisdom Real Progress for the Mississippi River

Visitors are flocking to see the new life tors. More than 300 species of migraA new, $320 million, four-year U.S. emerging in brown industrial lands tory birds rest, nest and feed here.

Department of Agriculture farmers now morphing into vibrant ecosystems

Spurred by a need to manage incentive program will help farmers in as nature reclaims idle factories, mines, thousands of idle acres, corporations like 12 states improve their land managedocks, landfills, rail spurs, warehouses BP, Gulf Oil, Bridgestone and U.S. Steel ment practices to curb nutrient runoff and parking lots. The unfolding rehahave undertaken similar projects. One and benefit water quality in the Misbilitation is getting help from the likes of the more unlikely is Denver’s Rocky sissippi River and Gulf of Mexico. The of Julie Craves, a research supervisor at Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Ref- move has the potential to significantly the University of Michuge. When the arsenal, which produced improve drinking water quality for tens igan-Dearborn, who nerve gas and other chemical weapons of millions of Americans in the Missismonitors eight vacant for the U.S. Army, closed in 1992, its 27 sippi River Basin, according to the Enviproperties that the Ford square miles were one of the nation’s ronmental Defense Fund, which helped Motor Company has most poisonous landscapes. Today, forward passage of the 2008 Farm Bill remade as wildlife habitat.

“We’ve restored the habitat back that is providing $200 million of the

Not every industrial to short-grass prairie, the way it total. It should also lighten the nutrient site within the 48-mile-long looked in the late 1800s,” overload contributing to the northern Detroit River International says Sherry James, Gulf’s oxygen-starved dead zone.

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Participating states include Arclaimed. But, says Craves, manager for the kansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Ken“I have come to really love this refuge. The star tucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missisjuxtaposition of the hyper-urban of the new staging is ahealthy self- planet.

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The most effective learning, the study concluded, occurs when a school combines e-learning with classroom teaching. Yet for many students, online learning is what they can afford in time or money. The hope is that the e-college trend may help burst the bubble of rising tuition costs, which now average more than $25,000 a year for a degree in a private, bricksand-mortar institution.

In the past decade, the number of university students worldwide is up by nearly half to 153 million. The need to have a leg up in the global knowledge economy is reportedly prompting ED plans to create free, online courses for the nation’s 1,200 community colleges—which teach nearly half of our undergrads—to make it easier for them to learn basic job skills.

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Who Inspires You?

My grandmother has been another great source of inspiration in my life. Her courage and unconditional acceptance have helped me to trust myself and my abilities. In recent years, I have been

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Date: / that /08 It is my experience a large majority of activists are fueled by an honorable outrage and desire to do good. The sacred activist, rather, lives from the depths of divine consciousness and acts from the depths of divine wisdom and compassion, because he or she is committed to a deep spiritual practice.

Sacred activists understand that the deepest service rises out of their deepest compassion, which is born out of their deepest heartache. They are committed to being, in the face of growing chaos, suffering and violence, what Robert Kennedy called, “a tiny ripple of hope,” and a “center of energy and daring.”

Why is a deep spiritual practice important to the sacred activist?

The Jungian analyst Marion Woodman once said to me, “Continuing to do pioneering sacred work in a world as crazy and painful as ours without

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constantly grounding yourself in sacred practice would be like running into a forest fire, dressed only in a paper tutu.” Like Marion, I believe that extreme situations, like those we are in now, require extreme solutions that are born from another dimension of truth and compassion. Our present world crisis is spiritual and mystical; therefore, only spirit and mystical consciousness will give us the passion, energy and peace that provide the kind of solutions that have any real chance of being effective.

What differentiates the outcomes advocated by the sacred activist and the activist?

The sacred activist is aware that the temptation and excitement of projecting their own unacknowledged darkness onto others keeps them from seeing just how implicated they are in the problem.

Such an enlightened thinker also understands that advocating for any cause in the spirit of condemnation only reinforces the behavior it is trying to end, and virtually ensures that any efforts increase resistance, rather than healing.

The radical psychological selfwork on their own shadow, or dark aspects, as well as incessant prayer by the sacred activist, opens the doors to a sense of humility which views opponents not as an “other,” but rather through the eyes of kindness

and respect. The most effective negotiators in situations of extreme danger or conflict are those who experience their own continuing inner conflicts, which keeps them humble. While it would be sentimental to claim that this approach always succeeds, we can say that the active spiritual path shows us the way to the only solutions that can succeed in the long run.

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HOMEGROWN

HEROES INSPIRED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

by Linda Sechrist

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f not me, who; if not now, when?” may well be the mantra of today’s conscious citizen activists, who feel led by an inner spirit to decisively achieve positive change in their communities.

In The Hope: A Guide to Sacred Activism, pioneering author, scholar and mystic Andrew Harvey inspires readers to become sacred activists and to participate in radically transforming the world. Awakened to our divine purpose, Harvey proposes, “Service is the road to we each can become an effective and practical agent of change for social jusprofound and lasting joy.” tice and sustainability. He urges us to ~ Andrew Harvey, sacred activist find the particular focus that ignites our individual passion. In doing so, we will come to understand that, “Service is the for animals and energize the economy. road to profound and lasting joy.”

Natural Awakenings has met scores Seeing the world with eyes of compassion, they are making a marked differof joy-filled travelers throughout our ence. nation who have chosen this actionoriented path, becoming an inspiration Adam Bucko, Activist to others far beyond those for Homeless Youth they help.

During the 1970s and early ’80s, Adam Among them Bucko, co-founder and managing are these five director of The Reciprocity Foundation, “Homegrown lived in Poland under a communist Heroes,” who regime that denied its citizens freedaily choose dom of speech and opportunities for to shelter the self-actualization. Dissatisfied, Bucko homeless or immigrated to the United States at age abandoned, 17 and, in his quest for a purpose-filled feed the hun- life, spent time in several monasteries Adam Bucko gry, advocate here and in Thailand and India.

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One day, on his way to following a detached life of contemplation and prayer in a monastery in India, Bucko encountered a homeless child who lived on the streets of Delhi. The brief but meaningful interaction became for him a transformational experience.

“It made me realize that while meditation left me peaceful, it put me in a sort of spiritual coma,” says Bucko, “and up until then, I was only feeling the edges of my life.”

The momentary collapse of an invisible, protective buffer between these two different worlds broke Bucko’s heart wide open. “It allowed me to understand that the pain of others was also my pain, and that my desire for spiritual liberation from the world ultimately prevented me from making true spiritual progress,” he explains.

Bucko’s second insight was equally significant: The goal of spiritual work is not just to experience God but also to bring God’s presence into the world, so that we, as well as the world, can be transformed.

Today, this former monk is the spiritual driver of the Reciprocity Foundation, a U.S.-based nonprofit that enables homeless and high-risk youth and young adults to permanently exit the social services system and start meaningful, sustainable careers in the creative economy of fashion, design, marketing and public relations. Bucko, who is also a trained sociologist and

veteran homeless youth program coordinator, says the foundation aims to build a national network of programs.

Expanding from its current base in New York City, he has his sights set on cities such as Los Angeles, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle and Austin, Texas.

Contact The Reciprocity Foundation, 100 Church St., Ste. 1604, NY, NY; 347546-2670; ReciprocityFoundation.org.

Karen Day and McCabe Coolidge, Activists for Feeding the Hungry While the recession whittles away at household budgets, Karen Day and McCabe Coolidge work to expand the ancient tradition of gleaning in their Floyd, Virginia community. They explain that in biblical times, the edge of a farmer’s crop was left unharvested to provide food for the poor. Through their Portable Produce project, begun two years ago, overplanted crops, as well as bruised or marked produce that can’t be sold, find new purpose.

During growing season, the quali-

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local projects underway in the past five years to help feed the hungry of all ages: Healthy Snacks for Hungry Kids, Souper Douper Soup Circles and a local chapter of Empty Bowls, a national initiative. “We’re all about addressing problems when they are small, so that only small, manageable solutions are necessary.”

McCabe cites Dorothy Day (18971980), who started a soup kitchen in New York City in the 1930s as his inspiration, as well as Catholic Workers Communities, where he was active in the 1980s. Karen Day’s activism began with an internship at Faithful Fools Street Ministry in San Francisco, inspired and co-founded by Rev. Kay Jorgensen, a Unitarian minister.

Contact Portable Produce, Wildfire Pots, Winter Sun-302, S. Locust St., Floyd, VA; 540-357-5657; PlentyLocal.org.

Susan Eirich, Animal-Human Interaction Activist Karen Day

fying produce picked and donated by local farmers graciously appears on the doorsteps of Coolidge’s Wildfire Pots pottery studio. There, volunteers separate and deliver it, along with donated freshly baked breads, to individuals and families who are without transportation. Surplus fruits and vegetables are canned or frozen. The project has already doubled in size, now regularly serving 60 recipients.

Impressed by the enthusiasm of the 100 community volunteers who have eagerly joined the effort, the duo explains their modus operandi in simple terms: “We pay attention to a problem and address it.” That’s evident in Day and McCabe’s initiation of three more

Susan Eirich, Ph.D., has been in love with animals for as long as she can remember. Her motivation for rescuing them, however, arrived unexpectedly.

First, an unforgettable, scrawny kitten was dropped off at a farm she was renting in Kentucky; then, she made friends with a wolf-hybrid dog that led her to Jean Simpson, a wild-animal trainer who shares her deep connection with animals.

Together, the two women established Earthfire Institute, a 40-acre wildlife sanctuary and retreat center on the western slope of Grand Teton National Park, near Driggs, Idaho. “Earthfire was built to expand our sense of connection with all living beings,” says Eirich, “and to contribute to what we believe is the unfolding story of the transformation in

humanity’s relationship to the community of life.”

Grounded by her daily interaction with foxes, bears, wolves, lynx, bobcats, cougars, coyotes, buffalo, badgers and other animals cared for at the Institute, Eirich seeks to help her own species share in the indescribable beauty of the human/animal eye-toeye and heart-to-heart connection that she and her small staff experience. A moment-to-moment spiritual practice of communing with nature and listening in the silence for something larger gifts Eirich with an ability to give words to thoughts and ideas that come from a deep inner place. “The directive that comes from the silence within is different and evolves in a way that I wouldn’t plan for if I was only working from the intellect,” she explains.

One of the best stories that poignantly conveys the sacred animal/human interaction experienced at Earthfire involves Thunder, a 17-year-old wolf that lay for several days unconscious in the wildlife garden, beyond the sight of other wolves, ready to slip away to the spirit world. The vet knelt beside Thunder and stroked his fur as he gave a merciful injection. In the second that the once strong and regal wolf died, as his soul passed from his body, all 30 wolves at Earthfire gave up their grieving howl.

“The vet was shocked to feel the sound resonate within his body,” recalls Eirich. “Even though Thunder’s pack was nowhere near the garden, they felt his passing and wanted to say goodbye and wish him well on his passage. This

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is what it’s like for humans and animals to live in a quiet, meditative space where, undisturbed, we can feel their essence and they can feel ours.”

Contact Susan Eirich, Earthfire Institute, P.O. Box 368, Driggs, ID; 208-4560926; EarthfireInstitute.org.

“When the inner joy Mother Teresa spoke of, the joy of compassionate service, is married to a practical and pragmatic drive to transform all existing economic, social and political institutions, a radical and potentially all-transforming holy force is born. This radical holy force I call sacred activism.” ~ Andrew Harvey, author and activist

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Debbe Magnusen, Activist for Abandoned Babies

safely in a hospital. “For me, God is in every person,” says Magnusen, whose biggest lesson from Project Cuddle, now operating nationally, is the grace to be nonjudgmental. “I’m alive,” she maintains, “so that I can unconditionally love every scared girl or woman [who comes to me] through her ordeal.”

Debbe Magnusen felt bereft after hearing about an abandoned baby found sufContact Debbe Magnusen, Project focated in a trash bag close to her Costa Cuddle, non-crisis 714-432-9681 or Mesa home in California. As a compasinfo@ProductCuddle.org; crisis hotline sionate woman who had already fos888-628-3353. tered more than 30 drug-exposed babies while raising two biological children, Troy Von Otnott, Political Activist Magnusen chose to channel her anger for Sustainable Business and frustration into constructive action.

“As a foster mother, I had always As a child growing up in New Orleans, hoped that unwanted babies would Troy Von Otnott recalls members of his be brought to me,” she recalls. “But it family embracing politics, interfacing didn’t occur to me until that moment with politicians and working on public that no one knew where I was or that I policy issues. The lively discussions wanted to rescue their newborn.” and debates sparked his curiosity about

The insight led her to create a 24/7 the political process and eventually led crisis hotline in her Orange County livhim to visit the halls of power in Baton ing room in 1996. Within 12 hours, she Rouge, Louisiana, and Washington, received her first call, from a frantic, D.C., for a firsthand understanding of frightened woman who had hidden her how a democracy works. He remarks: pregnancy from everyone she knew. To “Although we live in a free enterprise date, Project Cuddle has helped rescue society, government still controls how 663 unwanted babies. “No baby dewe function in life, particularly from a serves to die before having a chance to business standpoint.” live,” says Magnusen, who understands In his native city, politics is considthe desperation of girls and women ered a contact sport, vigorously diswho can be in labor while still denying cussed around dinner tables. “We play that they are pregnant. for keeps,” explains Von Otnott, “and

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to function inside the political system.”

A self-described “half capitalist, half environmentalist,” Von Otnott sells solar products and avidly promotes the renewable energy business via his New Orleans-based South Coast Solar Company. A longtime political activist for clean energy, he has been actively involved with his state’s development of its renewable energy industry.

Von Otnott speaks monthly to groups around the state, encouraging his audiences to engage in the political process by demanding that sustainable business practices become the cornerstone of Louisiana public policy.

“Citizens must learn to hold their political candidates accountable and let them know that renewable energy is an important industry that can generate the kind of jobs that can’t be exported,” he advises. In the end, he reflects, support for renewable energies supports the betterment of Troy Von Otnott mankind.

Troy Von Otnott, South Coast Solar, LLC, 733 St. Joseph St., New Orleans, LA; 504-529-7869; SouthCoastSolar.com.

As we begin a new decade, let us see new opportunities to take fresh action on the issues we are most passionate about. With our collective vision and potential, we can go far in meeting today’s challenges and making the type of impact that Robert Kennedy envisioned in 1966: “Each time a person stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he or she sends forth a tiny ripple of hope. And crossing each other from a million different centers of energy and daring, those ripples build a current that can sweep down the mightiest of walls of oppression and resistance.”

Linda Sechrist is a freelance writer and the editor of Natural Awakenings’ flagship magazine in Southwest Florida.

Connect via 239-434-9392.

Direct Steps to Becoming a Sacred Activist 1.

Write down one thing that has made you feel grateful to be alive today. You will discover that this reminds you of how blessed you are just by being alive in a world full of ordinary wonders.

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Write down—just off the top of your heart—10 things that are sacred to you.

In the act of writing, you will start to be inspired by your deepest values, beliefs and sources of emboldening joy.

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Think of someone who has hurt or betrayed you, and make a commitment to work on forgiving him or her. Imagine this person in front of you, surrounded by light, happy and well. Pray for this person to realize his or her life’s purpose.

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Read a short text from any of the world’s spiritual traditions that inspires you with the love-wisdom of the prophets and mystics who know God directly.

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When the text you have chosen starts to light up your spirit, pray a short prayer that aligns you with the pure deep love that is longing to use you as its instrument in the world.

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Make a real commitment to a spiritual practice. If you do not yet have a practice, start now with a simple meditation. Over time, this meditation will awaken you to your own deepest sacred desire to see all beings consciously living in harmony, and to your sacred courage to express this desire in action.

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Strengthened by prayer, practice and inspiration, turn now to your life and the people in it. Everyone, especially in a time like ours, has friends who are grieving or ill or looking for a job or in financial difficulty. Commit now to ringing one of them up and asking him or her what you could do to make the burden easier.

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Make a commitment to skip one meal in the coming 24 hours and send a check for the money you would have spent on it to a reputable organization dealing with world hunger.

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Make a commitment to keep small change in a pocket so that you can always give something to one of the thousands of homeless on America’s streets.

10. There are people around you who are suffering. Make a commitment to find out who they are and what they need, and invite six of your friends to make a commitment with you to begin supplying it. In acting like this, you will be helping to animate the heart of your community.

11. Make a commitment today, even if you are experiencing financial difficulties, to tithe between five and 10 percent of what you earn to a cause of your choice. Over time, tithing will give you a great and healing sense of being useful. The cause you are helping will become increasingly precious and personal to you until you will wish, naturally and simply, to do more.

Source: The Hope: A Guide to Sacred Activism by Andrew Harvey natural awakenings

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The Time is Now for Real

CHANGE

by Bruce Wilson

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ll of us can agree that there is a growing discontent about the slow recovery of the economy and even slower creation of new jobs.

However, after decades of unsustainable economic growth, which was combined with irresponsible lending practices that led to the recession, Americans need to understand that the recovery will take time.

In order to grow our economy in a more sustainable manner, our nation must give up its decades of dependence on an “economy of consumption,” that relied upon the sale of new houses, new cars and cheap “throw away” consumables. Due to the fact that

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this movement is slow in its momentum to produce visible change in the economy, we are experiencing a lapse of time between when the government acts and any when a discernable effect occurs.

The stimulus money spent so far has only slowed the loss of jobs. After assuming his presidency during the worst recession in decades, and having warned that the recovery would take time, the Obama administration has, unfortunately, championed its Green Jobs initiatives without offering an understandable historical context to the American people. Put in its right historical perspective, people would

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be able to grasp that improving energy efficiency and switching to renewable energy leads to growing the economy and the creating jobs. The more sustainable creation of jobs through policies that promote energy conservation and independence will have the effect of building our economy while reducing our dependence on imported energy.

It will also reduce the production of greenhouse gasses.

Historical Perspective Jimmy Carter, the first President to promote conservation and renewable energy, took office after the Arab oil embargo. When he saw the negative effects of the embargo on our economy, he addressed it with his energy policy.

Carter oversaw the implementation of the first Federal Vehicle Fuel Economy standards and the first Federal Tax Incentives for Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation.

The Carter Administration’s tax incentives for renewable energy and energy conservation expired in 1982, However, their effects were felt for years to come. It took a while for industry to take advantage of the incentives, but as a result of the momentum built from 1977 – 1981, our nation reduced its energy consumption by 14% from 1979 -1989. During this same period, our economy, as measured by the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 94% despite high inflation and very high

interest rates. Mortgage rates reached 15% during that decade.

At that time, our country used more oil of any nation. Today, we still use the most energy per capita. The reduction in our energy use spurred by the Carter administration had a profound effect on oil markets and lead to 20 years of low oil prices. The Reagan administration took credit for this, sighting oil price deregulation as the cause.

In a short-sited response to lower gas prices, Reagan relaxed the fuel economy standards. American car companies again produced “gas guzzling” cars and consumers bought them. These same car companies are now struggling to return to profitability as a result of the drop in “guzzler” sales when the price of gas shot up to $4 a gallon for regular and even higher for premium.

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Current Renewable and Energy Conservation Tax Incentives The current Tax Incentives for Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation are far better than the Carter era incentives. These incentives, combined with the State incentives and the incentives being offered by PPL as part of their Act 129 mandated Conservation Plan, make this an exciting time to be in the green building, renewable energy and energy conservation business.

Energy improvements create jobs at the local level for installers and distributors of equipment and also create a new demand for equipment, which leads to factory jobs manufacturing equipment.

If we reduced our energy use 14% in the 1980s, without any understanding of the dangers of climate change, then we should be able to achieve a 25-40% drop in energy use in the coming decade just by applying the current off-the-shelf technologies.

The Future of Energy Conservation and Energy Dependence Our national agenda for the economy and our energy future needs to be focused on energy conservation and energy independence. And we need to have the patience and the understanding that such change takes time. The increase of research funds as part of the recovery plan is leading to remarkable advances in the entire sustainable energy and green building field, but many of those advances are still years away from application.

Lehigh Valley Green Building Expo Come to the second annual Lehigh Valley Green Building Expo to learn how you can make a difference in your carbon footprint while improving your own personal economy. The expo will help you understand how we can all work together to grow the green jobs momentum our economy so urgently needs. Visit lvgreenbuilders.org/expo to learn more.

In addition, visit the Allentown Art Museum to see The Green House: New Directions in Sustainable Architecture and Design. This groundbreaking exhibition will explore the dynamic field of green residential design as it reaches a turning point of international acceptance by both home builders and the general public.

Also see the complementary Lehigh Valley Going Green Exhibition at the Allentown Art Museum through May 30. Visit http://www.allentownartmuseum.org/ exhibitions/green-house.shtml to learn more.

Bruce Wilson specializes in Green Building, Renewable Energy and Historic Preservation and is a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Accredited Professional who co-owns Bruce Wilson Contracting with his wife and business manager, Annie Prince. Together they co-founded the Lehigh Valley Green Builders Forum in 2003.

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by Matthew Siptroth

A native of Shawnee on Delaware and a lifelong resident of the Poconos, Matt Siptroth has spent countless hours enjoying the outdoors while hiking, biking, boating and fishing. “I try to always have a camera with me,” he says. “I feel blessed to have such a picturesque place to call home.”

Siptroth’s enduring passion for exploring nature sparked a serious interest in photography about 10 years ago. “My wife bought me a used 35mm camera, and it opened a whole new world for me to express to others what I love about wild things and places,” he enthuses. The self-taught photographer has since gone digital.

Golf World Magazine, the Pocono Record and Golfing Magazine have published Siptroth’s work, and his photography is also being used by the Pocono Heritage Land Trust in promotional and fundraising material.

Siptroth’s wondrous images convey his close communion with nature. “I like the simplicity of outdoor photography.

There are no extra lights or equipment; just me, my camera, a tripod and my surroundings,” he advises. “I love that each image I create is unique, the combination of a chance encounter with a given subject and the fleeting light conditions of a moment captured in time.”

Connect with Matt Siptroth at MSiptroth@yahoo.com.

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Goodnight, moon creating soulful Bedrooms for children

by Judith Fertig

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child represents “a shift, a celebration, a milestone” in the life of any family, remarks author and artist Jill Butler. In her recent book, Create the Space You Deserve, she explores how loving parents want their little ones to feel happy at home every day in a loving, nurturing safe place, where they can grow into the fullness of who they are meant to be.

“All kids need a space of their own, a sacred place, where everyday realities like peer pressure, family issues, bullies at school or low self-esteem cannot penetrate; a place of comfort and creativity that reflects and encourages their own positive intentions and beliefs, values, goals and dreams for

life,” elaborates Kellee Katillac, author of Kids’ Sacred Places: Rooms for Believing and Belonging.

She advises that no matter what is going on in the outside world, the interior world of a child’s room should be a refuge of calm, comfort, creativity and renewal.

“Their rooms are like the French expression le jardin secret... their secret garden,” continues Butler. “It’s their most basic nest, so encourage and allow it to grow into their space just as they want it.” Making a child’s room such a soulful sanctuary is an ongoing project, as periodic changes reflect the individual growth and changing interests of a child, from the crib to a teenager’s digs.

New Baby An infant’s room needs to be soft and soothing, so a baby can adjust to the “less-cushioned” life outside the womb, note Laura Forbes Carlin and Alison Forbes, authors of The Peaceful Nursery. Babies are stimulated enough by modern lifestyles; the one place they should be able to simply drift off to a peaceful sleep is in their room.

Feng Shui principles can help parents create the environment that promotes quiet calm and sleep. To encourage relaxation, consider painting the baby’s room a soft color, such as cream, pale blue or lavender. Add soothing artwork, monochromatic or pale, printed bedding and gentle aromas from traces of essential oils (chamomile, rose, vanilla or lavender) in baby-safe products. Position the crib so that the baby can see the door to help quell anxiety, and remove or push a distracting mobile to the side when it’s not playtime. Also, choose furniture with rounded edges and keep a window open or a ceiling fan on low to let air and energy circulate through the room, suggests Rodika Tchi, a feng shui consultant in Vancouver, British Columbia.

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Young Child Toddlers and grade school kids need calm and quiet periods, too, but they also require a place to be creative. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Children paint every day, and love to show their works on walls and refrigerator doors. We assume, I suppose, that children are just learning motor coordination and alphabets,â&#x20AC;? comments Thomas Moore in his classic Care of the Soul. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But maybe they are doing something more fundamental: finding forms that reflect what is going on in their souls.â&#x20AC;?

Mimi Doe, publisher of the online magazine SpiritualParenting.com, agrees. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Allow your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room to be a safe base for soulful exploration,â&#x20AC;? she counsels. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Give him a choice in color, fabric, and furniture. Allow her to decorate the door with silver paint, if she so desires, or collage her closet with images she loves, cut from magazines.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Children are far more concerned with what they can make than with being neat,â&#x20AC;? observes Katillac. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Like magpie nests, their rooms are typically a collection of favorite thingsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;baubles, souvenirs, picture of their heroes: scientists, superheroes, athletes, musicians and movie stars. They collect stamps, dolls, rocket ships, planetary models, horse statues, records and books. Ant farms and musical instruments sit sideby-side.â&#x20AC;?

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Provide comfy pillows on the bed along with a good reading lamp. dinosaurs, pretty rocks and doll clothes can pile up. More and more stuff can crowd a room and seem chaotic, so a good storage system is a must. Closet systems, bookcases, toy chests, bulletin boards and shelving can help corral kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; collections and art projects. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kids like structure, although they would never ask for it, so giving it to them in their room is a real gift,â&#x20AC;? says Butler.

She suggests making an art project space out of a closet or a corner space in the room. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Keep it set up so it encourages art to be happening at any moment.â&#x20AC;? For example, the door can be removed or closed when not in use.

Mount an extra table on the wall to be dropped down as needed, like old ironing boards did. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are never enough tables,â&#x20AC;? says Butler, â&#x20AC;&#x153;so find clever ways to create them and teach the kids to clear them while waiting in anticipation of the next project.â&#x20AC;?

children weathering the turbulent adolescent years. Doe suggests that â&#x20AC;&#x153;If your child wants a cozy, private, snug nest, suspend sheets from the ceiling on all four sides of the childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bed. Purchase curtain rods from the hardware store that screw into the ceiling; sew tabs on the sheets and hang them up for a low cost, royal canopy bed. If two or more kids share a room, ensure that each has privacyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;bookcases or rice paper panels to divide the space is one solution.â&#x20AC;?

Adolescents also need as much freedom as possible to change room colors and posters, arrangement of furnishings and even bedding, in order to reflect their growing individuality. Thus, their room becomes a welcome respite from the peer pressure to be just like everyone else.

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Since the 1970s, renewed interest in hands-on methods of manipulating muscles and other soft tissues has propelled the therapeutic use of touch into its latest upward growth spiral, freeing it from the gravitational pull of another bout of opposition from mainstream medicine in the early 1930s.

Now on an accelerated course, massage again has the opportunity to assume a celebrated place in the annals of medicine, just as it did in 1936, when Dr. Thomas Lathrop Stedman included it as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;scientific methodâ&#x20AC;? among therapeutics in his Practical Medical Dictionary.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;As long as weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been on this planet, massage has had therapeutic value and at the same time been a joyful thing to receiveâ&#x20AC;?, states William Cohea of Cohea Orthopedic Massage Center in East Bangor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As an Orthopedic Massage Therapist working in the slate belt area for the past 14 years, I have been helping people with, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, post-surgery recovery, repetitive strain injuries and shin splints, just to name a few. Despite all these bodily woes, not every massage has

to be a treatment of a problem. Many times my clients are overwhelmed by the stress of our over-stimulated society. Receiving massage engages the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural relaxation response.

Clients relax and let go from mundane routines, energizing them as they return to the real world.â&#x20AC;?

For Carolyn Reese, Founder of Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center in Breinigsville, offering a wide range of massage therapies has always been a high priority. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Finding the right practitioner and the right style to address a clients concern is the key to successful therapy. We offer twenty-two styles of accredited massage techniques performed by certified therapists. Our

practitioners apply an integrative approach of working together to address the clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; unique concerns. An individualized in-take consultations with an experienced professional, guides clients to the service or practitioner that is best suited for them.â&#x20AC;?

While more research is needed to support specific health benefits of massage, the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) continues to sponsor studies.

The effort is to determine if and how the changes that occur in the body during massage influence health, and to identify the conditions for which massage may be most helpful.

Unwilling to wait for such statistical evidence, ever-growing numbers of American adultsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;18 million per a 2007 NCCAM studyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;have chosen to make use of massage. Their testimonials regularly attest to its therapeutic benefits and recognize its worth as an aid to general wellnessâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a positive sign that the current positive trend will continue.

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On average, we consume 10 grams daily, the amount in two teaspoons, and double the 5 grams per day recommended by the World Health Organization.

All of this mindless salt consumption is wreaking havoc with the nation’s health. A recent meta-study published in the British Medical Journal confirmed that high salt intake elevates blood pressure and increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. Because it increases the amount of calcium we excrete in our urine, it also tends to weaken bones and make us more vulnerable to osteoporosis, according to research at the University of California, San Francisco.

Although table salt contains two elements—sodium and chlorine—it’s the sodium that’s responsible for most of the negative effects, which become worsened by the typically low levels of potassium in many diets.

“Sodium and potassium must be balanced for good health. Americans need to increase their potassium as much as they need to decrease their sodium,” advises nutrition specialist Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., a certified nutrition specialist and author of The Most Effective Ways to Live Longer.

“Fortunately, fruits, vegetables and whole grains aren’t just low in sodium; they’re also rich in potassium.”

We can dramatically curb our salt consumption both by eating more plant foods and limiting processed foods, which account for an average 77 percent of our daily sodium intake. Another 12 percent occurs naturally in meats, grains and produce. Only about 11 percent comes from the salt shakers on our tables.

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table salt,” says Bowden. Then, it’s vital to pick our salt wisely.

Tasty Treat When used conservatively and creatively, finishing foods with natural salts can make nutritious eating more enjoyable.

According to purveyors of natural salt products, these can deliver 50 or more trace minerals, including calcium, magnesium, potassium and iodine, all within the bounds of good taste.

“Good salt has a tremendous impact on the flavors of various foods,” explains Dave Joachim, author of The Science of Good Food and founder of Chef Salts, a line of premier seasoning blends. “It can intensify some flavors, including sweet and savory, or umami, while diminishing others, such as bitter and tart flavors. That’s why a salt rim on an organic margarita glass works so well—salt suppresses the tartness of the lime and brings out its subtle sweetness.”

With a mind-boggling variety of culinary salts available, choosing just the right one can be a challenge. “Each type of salt has unique qualities,” advises Joachim. “Differences in color, flavor, and texture are created by the mineral and moisture content of the salt, the size and shape of the crystals and even the harvesting methods used.”

Each also stands in stark contrast to common table salt, which is 99.7 percent sodium chloride that has been heat blasted, stripped of other minerals and chemically treated to re-infuse iodine content. Yes, iodine is essential for good health; it is important for the production of thyroid hormones and critical for pregnant women, observes Jim Roach, a medical doctor and founder of Midway Center for Integrative Medicine in Midway, Kentucky. He reports that as more people shy away from their old salt standby, “Americans are getting less iodine than 30 years ago.”

But another way to meet the body’s basic iodine needs is with natural salt, as well as sea vegetables such as kelp, wakame and nori, the seaweed used for making sushi. While remaining mindful of our overall sodium intake, we can take wide-ranging pleasure in experimenting with many varieties of natural salt.

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n Celtic sea salt, harvested from the salt flats of Northern France, is marked by a mellow flavor with a hint of sweetness; its crystals may be white, pink or grey. n Fleur de sel, the “flower of salt,” is considered the premier quality grey sea salt, with fine crystals, a crisp texture and a delicate flavor and aroma. n Grey salt, or sel gris, comes from evaporated sea water off the coast of Brittany, France; its unrefined crystals are purple-grey in color and have a fresh, light flavor. n Hawaiian black lava salt comprises a blend of sea salt and volcanic charcoal, prized for its dramatic color and smoky flavor. n Hawaiian red sea salt contains alaea, a volcanic clay that enriches the salt with iron oxide and gives it a distinctive pink color and mellow flavor. n Himalayan salt, a full-flavored salt, has traces of iron that give its crystals a soft pink glow. Once a year, Nepali workers harvest this salt from an ancient fossilized seabed.

While savoring salt in sensible quantities, remember that, “We eat with our eyes, too,” says Joachim. “We can appreciate the beautiful crystal structures of the different kinds of salts. They’re astonishingly varied—large flakes and tiny grains; pyramids and delicate, flat chips. Like snowflakes, there’s an endless variety.”

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It is hard to deny the magic that wildlife adds to a domestic landscape.

Providing hardy habitat for garden creatures allows us to help the environment while granting close-up views of nature that can restore a childlike sense of wonder in anyone fortunate enough to visit the private, peaceable kingdom of which we are the caretakers.

Most experts list the three most basic elements necessary for any wildlifefriendly landscape as food, water and shelter. Note that shelter is not synonymous with abode, such as a birdhouse or bunny hut. When it comes to wildlife, we need to think of the complete picture and ensure â&#x20AC;&#x153;safety first.â&#x20AC;? For ex-

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Shelter: Adding natural elements to

the landscape provides the best shelter.

Dense trees and shrubs make excellent nesting sites and cover for birds and small mammals. Prune with caution.

Rock piles, brush piles and dense ground cover also provide protection for reptiles, amphibians and ground birds. Of course, wildlife areas are no place for manmade chemicals or wandering pets.

Food Sources: Vegetation plays multiple roles. Plants can be both host to eggs and larval foods for butterflies; produce food sources such as acorns, nuts, berries and seeds for various wildlife; or attract insects that are food for birds, reptiles or frogs.

Native plants are the best choice for local wildlife. They require less fertilizer, water and pest control, which helps prevent the contamination of soil and water runoff.

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Pediatricians often prescribe antibiotics for the treatment of ear infections. In fact, this is the chosen treatment option in 95% to 98% of the cases. However the American Academy of Pediatrics states that 80% of ear infections in children will resolve on their own, and they recommend a wait-and-watch approach. Pain relievers are also generally recommended, which have their own list of possible side effects.

Otitis media is most often viral in origin. Taking antibiotics would not help a viral infection and many of the bacterial infections that cause otitis media are antibiotic resistant. So many times children are put on multiple rounds of antibiotics because they don’t work the first time. Taking antibiotics over a long period of time not only causes antibiotic resistance and “Superbugs,” but also decreases the effectiveness of the immune system. With a lowered immune system, the child is more likely to get recurrent ear infections. A treatment option besides antibiotics and pain relievers would be a great stress relief to many parents out there.

Chiropractic is one treatment option that has very few if any side effects. In a a small study done by Joan Fallon, DC, 332 children, between 27 days and 5 years, with chronic ear infections, were examined. After receiving a series of chiropractic adjustments, 80% of the children were free from an ear infection for at least a sixmonth period.

Chiropractic works by mobilizing drainage in the middle ear. If a child can

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continue to drain fluid, without buildup and subsequent infection, they build up their own antibodies and recover more quickly.

The bones of the upper neck and skull are adjoining with the Eustachian tube, which drains the middle ear fluid. By adjusting the upper neck, the pressure in the middle ear will change allowing the middle ear to drain. On average, children need 6 to 8 treatments before they see a positive result, However, some children only need one visit.

This depends on how chronic the ear infections are and the amount of antibiotic usage that has occurred.

Parents can use these â&#x20AC;&#x153;home tipsâ&#x20AC;? to ease their childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s discomfort.

Have your chiropractor show you how to place 1-2 drops of warmed olive oil into the ear canal.

A Lymphatic drainage therapist can help get rid the inner ear of the buildup of toxins caused by the ear infection.

Remove foods, such as dairy products and sugar, which cause mucous production or weaken the immune system.

Pregnant mothers should consider breastfeeding their children for one year.

Studies have shown that breastfed infants have a lower rate of ear infections than formula fed infants.

Chiropractic care is a natural alternative to medication when it comes to your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ear infections. For more information on how chiropractic helps with ear infections or other childhood issues, visit icpa4kids.org and CompleteChirocenter. com or call Dr. Lindsey Zerdecki at 610841-2204.

Dr. Lindsey Zerdecki is a chiropractor at Complete Chiropractic, located at 5930 Hamilton Blvd. in Allentown. She specializes in treating children and pregnant women, however also sees a wide range of patients.

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and may need to be pulled.

If a pet already has been diagnosed with periodontal disease, twice yearly dental cleanings, under anesthesia, can keep the problem from escalating. I assure clients that otherwise healthy pets generally have low risks associated with anesthesia. Talking with a holistic vet will ensure the minimal amount of anesthetic needed is used.

In addition, a few at-home measures will work to minimize an animal’s bad breath: Try daily brushing. ~ Ask a holistic veterinarian to prescribe a pet toothpaste or gel. Many contain chlorhexidine, an antibacterial agent that helps control odor.

Apply a plaque-prevention gel. ~ Prescription products like OraVet and the over-the-counter Pet Gel, made with aloe vera, applied two to three times a week, act to repel bacteria and slow development of dental disease. Adding Oral Hygiene Solution to a pet’s daily drinking water is also an easy preemptive plaque attack technique. A regular combined program can be 80 percent as effective as daily brushing.

Consider herbal supplements. ~ Oregon grape root, rosemary, thyme and parsley work to reduce the oral bacteria that can enter the bloodstream and cause infection of internal organs, if left unchecked. All of these herbs are available

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Your petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fresh breath could mean longer life and lower veterinary dental expenses. in capsule form; a vet should recommend the dosage.

Employ chew toys. ~ Chewing helps to dislodge odor-causing tartar and bacteria. Avoid giving pets bones, hooves and rawhide products, which are typically contaminated with chemicals; ingested, these can cause choking or intestinal problems. Again, an enlightened vet can suggest alternatives.

Finally, before attempting treatment for periodontal disease, remember that other problems, such as kidney or digestive disease, can also cause bad breath. A thorough exam by a holistic veterinarian will ensure proper diagnosis and treatment.

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experience indicates that proper oral health may extend the life of a pet by as long as two to five years. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s another exceptionally good reason to tackle both cat tuna breath and doggie breath.

Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine, is a national holistic pet columnist and author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. His radio show airs weekly on Sirius and XM radio. Find his iPhone app at http://PawsForPeace. com. For more of his informative articles, visit PetCareNaturally.com.

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Stair Climbing Fast + Efficient + Age-defying Stair climbing ups the ante of a workout.

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onderful walks are both relaxing and invigorating, but if you want to kick butt, literally—building strong glutes and thighs; strengthening your core, which helps improve posture and tighten abs; and stepping up to cardiovascular fitness quickly and efficiently—try stair climbing. Wayne Wescott, Ph.D., renowned exercise physiologist, military fitness consultant and author of Get Stronger, Feel Younger, states that climbing stairs is one of the more vigorous cardiovascular workouts you can do.

Pushing your whole body weight up vertically burns lots of calories and uses lots of energy quickly. I often advise flatlanders to find some stairs in an office building or stadium and climb them regularly to strengthen their legs and increase their endurance.

Although I have a one-story house, I have found two stair workouts I like to play with. On one, I walk about two miles on a wooded path by the river to a triple flight of stairs that takes me onto a bridge where I can then double back to my car along shaded city streets. It’s my mini-Mount Everest and it really perks up the entire workout.

For a more steady and challenging stair workout, I use a Stairmaster at the gym, the kind with an actual revolving staircase. The trick is to start out slowly and find a pace that you can 46

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maintain without gasping for breath. I start at level one and move up to level four, and in five minutes my heart rate is in my target zone of 70 percent of its maximum, a feat I rarely reach when walking on a treadmill.

Plus, you don’t have to trudge away at those stairs for 30 minutes. As Wescott points out, it’s better to break up the day’s 30-minute workout into three 10-minute sessions. That’s because the body builds cardiovascular endurance during its recovery mode. Three shorter workouts deliver three recovery periods, and the workout is less daunting.

Neither of my stair workouts requires me to go down stairs, which can be hard on joints, ligaments and tendons. In an office building, you can climb up the stairs and recover while taking the elevator back down. Then, why not make another ascent? While waiting for the elevator, or any time vigorous exercise has elevated heart rate, be sure to walk around to ease yourself back into recovery mode.

When hiking hills, it also helps to use walking poles, which serves to take the weight off of knees when going downhill.

Here are more of Wescott’s tips that prove helpful:

Wear good running or cross-training or walking shoes for good support. You can save your knee joints from damage by wearing the right shoes.

Warm up first. Walk around for a few minutes before starting an ascent or jumping on a machine.

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Stretch after a workout—not before.

Gently stretch quadriceps, calves and hamstrings.

Lean slightly forward as you climb. But keep your back straight and your head in alignment.

Keep your knees soft. Don’t lock them out as you push up.

Try intervals. This is a perfect workout for interval training, which studies like those conducted at The University of Alabama and Southern Connecticut State University show gets one fit faster.

Work hard, then back off a bit, then go for it again. This comes naturally with stair climbing, as you tend to get out of breath anyway and need to kick back.

Drink up afterwards. This is a challenging workout and you need to rehydrate.

Be careful going down. If you must walk back down stairs, take your time; step down deliberately and carefully and use the handrails to take pressure off your knees. People with arthritis or other painful inflammation of the knee should avoid going down stairs.

While I love walking for regular exercise, mentally, it’s easier to tackle some stairs to boost my heart, rather than focus on walking fast, which takes more concentration. Consider the comparative calorie burn: In a 150-pound person, 10 minutes of moderately brisk, 3-miles-per-hour walking burns about 40 calories, while 10 minutes of running up stairs burns 179.

Be sure to warm up and cool down for five to 10 minutes before and after any workout. And always check with a physician before undertaking a vigorous activity like stair climbing. Then go out and have some good-hearted fun.

Maggie Spilner has been writing about health and fitness for 25 years, including 17 as an editor at Prevention Magazine. Her books include Prevention’s Complete Book of Walking for Health and Walk Your Way Through Menopause. See WalkingForAllSeasons.com for information on Spilner’s walking vacations.

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tHursdAY, mArcH 4 Slim Yoga Series – Yoga to raise your metabolism with Laurel Attanasio. This one-hour yoga class takes principles of safe and effective asana practice and integrates them with the concept of High-Intensity Interval Training. Tuesdays and/or Thursdays.

5-5:55pm. 8 week series. The Yoga Loft 521 East 4th St. 3rd Fl. Bethlehem. 610.867.9642

fridAY, mArcH 5 Yoga for Children – With Dorothea Ritchie – 5 – 5:45 PM at Easton Yoga. This class will work with animal movements and related yoga postures as a fun way to stay healthy, develop coordination and learn to interact with the group. First class free, $65/6 wks, www.eastonyoga.com, 524 Northampton St, Easton, 610-923-7522

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Hip-Hop Dance - Vanessa uses games and rhythms to allow children to develop their own beat and love for dance. Creativity is the key to a happy and healthy life. Fridays 3:30-4:15 pm (ages 6-9 years) and Ballet/Jazz - Fridays 4:30-5:30 pm (ages -3-5 years). RSVP. Kula Heart Yoga, 103 S. Main St., Nazareth, 610-746-5852.

moNdAY, mArcH 8 Chakra Yoga – Yoga for Balancing the Third Chakra with Kathleen Meneses. Stimulate your self confidence, personal power, strength, self will and ability to manifest your intentions as you open and heal the Third Chakra. 6:45-8pm. $50 / 4 wks or $15 drop in, Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St., Easton. 610-923-7522

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Yoga for Parent and Baby –Yoga for Parent and Baby not only motivates you to get out and about with baby, this fun and safe class is revitalizing and relaxing. with Dorothea Ritchie First class free, $65/6 wks, www.eastonyoga.com, 11-11:45am.

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Mantra Monday – Healing The Second Chakra; Sensuality, Creativity, Desires and Emotions with Kathleen Meneses. We will explore visualization, movement, meditation, mudra, toning and chanting to heal and balance the Second Chakra.

Come sing out! No previous experience needed. $15, 6:45–8pm. Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St, Easton 610-923-7522

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Yoga Teacher Training and In-Depth Study Program With Carrie Morgan, Megan Ridge, and Mel Robin, March - November A comprehensive program designed to deepen your understanding of yoga practice and philosophy. This program is open to those who are interested in taking their yoga practice to a deeper level as well as those who want to teach. Our program is registered and approved by the National Yoga Alliance, and those who complete all components of the program will be eligible to apply for RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher) status.

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Yoga 102: Semi-Private – With Amy Kirk. Yoga 102 is a continuation of our introductory series for students of 101 or those returning to their practice from a long absence. $110/8 wks. 6:30-8pm. Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St, Easton 610-923-7522 Belly Dance Classes – With Debra Lewis - We’ll work on building the foundation to become a belly dancer, starting with basic moves and techniques. $90 for 8 weeks, beginner and advanced classes, Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St., Easton. 610923-7522

tHursdAY, mArcH 11 Yoga 101– Semi-Private Class – For Beginners with Amy Kirk – 6:30 – 8 PM. Through cultivating inner awareness and identifying areas of the body that feel tight and restricted the student learns to release and open. Build your body awareness and mobility. $110 for 8 weeks. Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St., Easton. 610-923-7522

fridAY, mArcH 12 Tribal Belly Dance – With Laura Wilson. This class will introduce students to Tribal Belly dance, posture, and basic moves. $90 for 8 weeks, please call for details, 7-8pm. Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St., Easton 610-923-7522

sAturdAY, mArcH 13 American Inspired Belly Dance – With Bridgette Adams – 12:30 – 2pm at Easton Yoga. We will establish a strong technical foundation, while introducing a variety of movements from the American Style Belly Dance methods designed to strengthen your core. $120 for 8 weeks or $20 per class, Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St., Easton 610-923-7522 Get Fit to Fight Cancer - A fund-raising event for the American Cancer Society. Classes are $10 and all proceeds go to charity. Yoga, Zumba, and Kettlebell classes will be offered. Visit our website at www.serenityfit.com for the class details and to register. At 1:30 a representative from the American Cancer Society will be hold a lecture to discuss

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Girls Belly Dance â&#x20AC;&#x201C; With Bridgette Adams. Girls 8-14+ years old will learn the foundations of Middle Eastern Belly Dance, while enhancing their selfesteem, body image, confidence and grace. $90 for 8 weeks or $15 per class. 11am-12pm. Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St., Easton. 610-923-7522

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Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heat up the body and disperse that navel energy throughout the body! The navel will adjust and any digestive ailments will begin to ease. $30 before 3/14, $40 thereafter. 2-4pm. Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St., Easton. 610-923-7522

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Build a strong foundation to your practice as we break down the poses in the primary series, with modifications as necessary. Cost: $80 for 8 weeks or $15 drop in, 11am-12:30pm. Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St., Easton. 610-923-7522

Yoga 102: Semi-Private â&#x20AC;&#x201C; With Dorothea Ritchie â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 AM at Easton Yoga. Yoga 102 is a continuation of our introductory series for students of 101 or those returning to their practice from a long absence. $110/8 wks, www.eastonyoga.com, 524 Northampton St, Easton. 610-923-7522

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SUNDAY, MARCH 28 Core, Bandhas and Breath Basics â&#x20AC;&#x201C; With Alicia Rambo Wozniak. This workshop is designed for beginner and experienced yoga students who want to build fundamental knowledge of how the pelvic floor, core muscles and breath are used to help empower you. $30, 12-3pm. Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St., Easton.

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Anusara Yoga Weekend â&#x20AC;&#x201C; With Bruce Bowditch. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Expanding the Coreâ&#x20AC;? come practice with a Nationally renowed yoga teacher traveling from Arizona to Nazareth, PA  Dates & Times: Friday, March 19th - 6:30-8:30pm Mixed Level Yoga Class. Saturday, March 20th - 9:30-12:00 PM (Mixed Level) and Sat- THURSDAY, APRIL 8 urday, 3-5:30pm (Mixed Level). Book Signing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sat. 5:45pm. Sunday, March 21st - Special Teacher Practice Healing Power of Chakra Yoga â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Come and join 8:30-10 and 10:30-1 (Mixed Level) RSVP. Kula Heart Isabelle Godin, RYT for this wonderful and awakening Yoga, 103 S. Main St., Nazareth, PA 610-746-5852. experience. As we uncover the mysterious and revealing 7 week journey, we will discover and balance our 7 Chakras and tap into their immense healing SATURDAY, MARCH 20 potential. 7:15-8:30pm. Pre-Registraion Required.

Relieve Back Pain Yoga Class â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Back by popular de- Kula Heart Yoga, 103 S. Main St., Nazareth. 610mand - a yoga sequence designed to focus on principles 746-5852. and poses to safely stretch and strengthen common causes of back pain. Ideal for the very inflexible. For SATURDAY, APRIL 10 all levels. Beginners welcome. 10:45am-12:15pm, Healthy Lifestyle Expo - 10am-3pm.Admission is $20. Near Bethlehem Wegmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Yoga with Stephanie free to public but donations to the American Cancer Snyder, a Registered Yoga Teacher, 610-867-0116.

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Pre/Postnatal Yoga – For pre and post natal moms – babies welcome in this class! (pre-crawlers only). 6-wks/$75.

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Meditation – This class is ongoing, drop-in anytime, beginners welcome.

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MONDAY Anusara Yoga – Gentle vinyasa flow yoga for mixed levels. Take time to honor the body and the spirit. Charles Chrin Community Center in Palmer Township every Monday 7:15pm-8:05pm. $5/ walk-in. 610-252-2098.

Bellydance for Beginner’s – With Amala Gameela. New students welcome! FREE Intro to Bellydance on Sunday, January 17th at 6:30pm. Call to register. 8-week series begins Monday, January 18th. 7:15pm. The Yoga Loft, 521 E 4 th St., Bethlehem. 610-8679642.

Five Element Qigong – Qigong is an ancient art and science for health maintenance. 5 Elements Qigong opens energy pathways within the body and strengthens and harmonizes organ systems. 5:30-7:00pm, $15. The Gentle Spirit, 800 Main St., Hellertown. 610838-4975 Yoga - Improve overall well being, alleviate back pain, relieve stress, increase flexibility, & build strength through yoga focusing on proper alignment.

Level 1-2 at 5:30-6:45pm and Level 1/ Beginners at 7:15-8:30pm. Near Bethlehem Wegman’s. Yoga with Stephanie Snyder, a Registered Yoga Teacher, call 610-867-0116.

Detox Flow Yoga – With Laurel Attanasio. Mixed level class combines breath and movement while flowing through a sequence of poses stimulating detoxification through the circulatory, digestive, and lymphatic system. 9:15-10:30am. $14, or 7 wks/$85. The Yoga Loft of Bethlehem, 521 E. 4th St., Bethlehem.

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Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga – Carol Siddiqi. Learn to focus your mind while restoring your body using Hatha yoga with the principles of Dr. Deepak Chopra’s book, “The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success.” 11am-noon, $75/6 cl, Twin Ponds, Fogelsville. 610-395-3355 Kundalini Yoga – This energetic class incorporates movement, breath work and more, and is designed to target specific body and mind functions for optimal health. Taught by Prem Siri Kaur. 5:30-6:55pm. The Yoga Loft, 521 E 4th St., 3rd Floor, Bethlehem, 610867-YOGA. Beginner’s Hatha Yoga – Bonita Cassel. Attention to alignment and self love make this class a perfect one for those beginning or challenged with limitations. Also available Wed. & Fri., 11:45 am-12:30 pm, $60/ 6 cl, Twin Ponds, Fogelsville Area 610-395-3355 Mixed–Level Hatha Flow Yoga – Sheetal Contractor. A dynamic dimension to regular Hatha practice is experienced by incorporating gentle movement with regular yoga poses along with emphasizing breathing, awareness and proper body alignment.

6:00-7:30 pm, $90/ 6 wks, Twin Ponds, Fogelsville Area. 610-395-3355

Mat Pilates: Core – With Adrin Eline. This class integrates Pilates Principles to awaken and connect with your core, increase strength and flexibility, improve inner focus, and more! 8 week session begins January 5th. 5:30-6:30pm. The Yoga Loft, 521 E 4th St. Bethlehem. 610867-9642.

Mixed Level Vinyasa Flow - The practice of uniting breath to movement. There is a flow to this practice as we move from one pose into another as we connect with our breath. For those that already have an existing practice and awareness to breath and body. 9:30-11am Kula Heart Yoga, 2 Belvidere St., Nazareth, PA 610-746-5852.

Stretch & Strength - 12:30-2:00 PM Are your muscles tight and do you feel weak? Come and let Isabelle Godin guide you to a deeper understanding of your body and how it works. You will strengthen muscles as you gain flexibility which will keep you safe and healthy. Kula Heart Yoga, 2 Belvidere St., Nazareth, PA 610746-5852.

Kundalini Yoga with Ravi Hari - Join veteran certified instructor and psychotherapist, Ravi Hari for this dynamic blend of movement,

breath, postures, and sound. 25 yrs exp. Prepare to move and to be moved. All levels. 6-7:30 pm. $15. North Bethlehem location. Call for information and directions. 610-868-1296.

Arthritis Class – Roe Davis.

An exercise program with focus on reducing stiffness and improved range of motion. 9:00-9:45 am., $80/ 6 cl., Start date: Tue., Sept. 1, Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355 Itsy Bitsy Yoga® For Tykes – Denise Hamm. Unique toddlerfriendly yoga poses with songs, stories, and games create an enriching parent/ child activity allowing tykes to relieve frustration, improve motor skills, and increase attention span, 10-10:45 am, $80/ 6 cl. Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355 Mat Pilates – Roe Davis . A conditioning exercise that incorporates resistance, balance, and stretching with emphasis on the core of the body. Strengthens every muscle in the body. Better posture, stronger abdominals and back are a few of the benefits. 6-7pm, $80/6 cl., Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville Area. 610-395-3355

TUESDAY Qigong- Meditation with Movement.

Take time to honor and connect with the universe for all it provides and the body for all the hard work it does, through this ancient chinese healing practice. Charles Chrin Community Center, Palmer Township. 9:30am-10:20am. $5/walk-in.

610-252-2098.

Qigong – An ancient art and science for health maintenance and healing.

Cultivating inner knowledge and a method for moving into an ancient way of physical, mental, and spiritual cultivation. One goal of Qigong is to improve the balance of the functions of the body. 9-10:30am, $15/class The Gentle Spirit, 800 Main St., Hellertown.

610-838-4975 Yoga – All levels of experience are welcome! Jennifer’s classes include pranayama, asana, meditation and mudra. Join us for inspiration, motivation, movement and relaxation.

5:30-6:45PM, $15/class The Gentle Spirit, 800 Main St., Hellertown. 610838-4975

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Gentle Hatha Yoga –Beginner friendly class will leave you refreshed, recharged, and happy. Class incorporates restorative postures and guided relaxation. 10-11:30am. $15. Lehigh Valley Yoga, 1701 Union Blvd., Allentown. 484-547-3325.

physically and mentally for turning your world upside down. Also, strengthen your upper body for the arm balances and advanced standing balance postures. 7:30-8:30 pm, $75/ 6 cl., Twin Ponds, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355

Tai Chi – With Hilary Smith. Tai Chi, often called moving meditation, is a discipline that integrates mind, body and spirit as you practice a series of slowmoving martial arts exercises, called “forms”. 6:307:45pm The Yoga Loft, 521 E. 4th St. Bethlehem.

610-867-9642

YogaRhythms – A yoga flow choreographed to music combining asana with movement. Definitely fun, challenging and different than anything you’ve ever tried before. 7:30 pm. Lehigh Valley Yoga, 1701 Union Blvd., Allentown. 484-547-3325.

wedNesdAY Gentle Yoga Class – With Megan Ridge. Each Wednesday evening from 5:45-6:45pm. Inspired

By You Studio. 50 East Broad Street, Bethlehem.

610-419-8819 Yoga for the Back – a yoga class designed focusing on principles and poses to safely stretch and strengthen common causes of back pain. Ideal for the very inflexible. Beginners welcome. Weekly, 7:15-8:30pm. Near Bethlehem Wegman’s. Yoga with Stephanie Snyder, call 610-867-0116.

Arthritis Class – Roe Davis. An exercise program with focus on reducing stiffness and improved range of motion. 9:00-9:45 am., $80/ 6 cl., call for start date, Twin Ponds, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355 Yoga - Improve overall well being, alleviate back pain, relieve stress, increase flexibility, & build strength through yoga focusing on proper alignment. For all levels. Beginners welcome. Weekly, 9:15-10:30am and 5:30-6:45pm. Near Bethlehem Wegman’s. Yoga with Stephanie Snyder, 610-867-0116.

Aerobics – Roe Davis. A high energy, low impact workout, focusing on the cardio benefit of exercise. It is a varied–intensity workout incorporating resistance training with core conditioning, 6:007:00 pm, $80/ 6 cl. Twin Ponds, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355 Intermediate Kripalu Yoga – Pam Smith. For those who have some knowledge of Asana, Pranayama and Kriya. The next level to expand awareness of the mind-body connection and the connection to self-realization. 6:30-7:30pm, $75/ 6cl. Twin Ponds, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355 Advanced Yoga – Inversions & Arm Balances – Pam Smith. Take your practice to the next level.

Learn the proper techniques to prepare yourself

tHursdAY Gentle Yoga – For anyone with illness or injury who would like to work at a slower pace, or anyone who has not been active in a while and wants to ease back into being active again. Ongoing, drop-in anytime!

7:30pm. The Yoga Loft, 521 E. 4th St., 3rd Floor, Bethlehem, 610-867-9642.

Mat Pilates: Core – With Adrin Eline. This class integrates Pilates Principles to awaken and connect with your core, increase strength and flexibility, improve inner focus, and more! 8 week session begins January 5th. 5:30 – 6:30pm. The Yoga Loft, 521 E 4th St. Bethlehem. 610-867-9642.

Tai Chi – With Hilary Smith. Tai Chi, often called moving meditation, is a discipline that integrates mind, body and spirit as you practice a series of slow-moving martial arts exercises, called “forms”. 6:30-7:45pm The Yoga Loft, 521 E. 4th St. Bethlehem. 610-867-9642 Phoenix Rising Yoga – Camille Llewellyn. A yoga approach with a body–mind focus. Students use their yoga practice to change their lives to overcome stress, heal from the inside, heal relationships, manage transitions, and discover their unique magnificence.

10:00-11:15am, $85/6 cl, Twin Ponds, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355 Littlewings Yoga – Ages 7-12. A fun, healthy and creative way for kids to move and play, building focus, self-esteem and wellbeing. 4:30 – 5:20pm, please call to pre-register. 6-week session begins January 14th. The Yoga Loft 521 E4th St., 3rd Fl, Bethlehem. 610-867-9642.

Fireflies Musical Yoga for Kids – Ages 3-6 with parent. An active parent/child class packed with yoga poses, songs, movement, imaginative play, and relaxation. Kira Willey uses original compositions in this fun and energetic class. 4:10pm. 6-week session begins January 14th The Yoga Loft of Bethlehem, 521 E. 4th St. Bethlehem, 610-867-9642

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Anusara Yoga- Gentle vinyasa flow yoga for mixed levels. Take time to honor the body and the spirit.

Charles Chrin Community Center in Palmer Township every Thursday 9:30am-10:20am and 7pm7:50pm. $5/walk-in. 610-252-2098.

Power Yoga- Come and practice Power Yoga with Randi every Friday nite at 6:00 pm. Ideal for yoga students and athletes looking for a challange. L.V. Yoga, 1701 Union Blvd., Allentown.

610-776-2676

Power Girls Yoga – Empower your Daughter with a class for Tweens that helps connect positively with her changing body to begin to see herself as the beautiful girl she is and the powerful woman she can become. 6 weeks $65. Lehigh Valley Yoga, 1701 Union Blvd., Allentown. 610-776-2676

Mixed–Level Hatha Flow Yoga – Sheetal Contractor. A dynamic dimension to regular Hatha practice is experienced by incorporating gentle movement with regular yoga poses along with emphasizing breathing, awareness and proper body alignment.

10:00-11:30 am, $90/ 6 wks, Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville Area. 610-395-3355

Yoga for Weight Loss – Specifically developed plan to enable your healthiest weight. Feel more energetic; move with suppleness and balance as you embrace a new lifestyle. Includes one meeting with a registered dietician. 6-7pm. $15. Lehigh Valley Yoga, 1701 Union Blvd., Allentown. 610-776-2676

Prenatal Yoga – This is a gentle class with postures that will help prepare the body and mind for the arrival of your little one. For all stages of pregnancy. $65/6 wks. Lehigh Valley Yoga, 1701 Union Blvd., Allentown. 610-776-2676

Qigong – An ancient art and science for health maintenance and healing. Cultivating inner knowledge and a method for moving into an ancient way of physical, mental, and spiritual cultivation. One goal of Qigong is to improve the balance of the functions of the body. 9-10:30am, $15. The Gentle Spirit, 800 Main St., Hellertown. 610-838-4975 Yoga – All levels of experience are welcome! Jennifer’s classes include pranayama, asana, meditation and mudra. Join us for inspiration, motivation, movement and relaxation. 5:30-6:45PM, $15. The Gentle Spirit, 800 Main St., Hellertown. 610-838-4975 Yoga – All levels of experience are welcome! Jennifer’s classes include pranayama, asana, meditation and mudra. Join us for inspiration, motivation, movement and relaxation. 7-8:15PM, $15. The Gentle Spirit, 800 Main St., Hellertown. 610-838-4975

FRIDAY Hip-Hop Dance - Ages 6-9 years. Miss Vanessa focuses on creativity and technique using games and rhythms to allow children to develop their own beat and love for dance. 3:30-4:15pm. Pre-Registration Required. Kula Heart Yoga, 103 S. Main St., Nazareth, PA 610-746-5852.

FREE Intro to Yoga – Every First Friday. 7–8pm.

Call to register. The Yoga Loft 521 E 4th St., Bethlehem. 610-867-9642.

Pranyama (Breathing Class) – With Megan Ridge.

Learn how to breathe for relaxation, focus, increased oxygen intake, and overall health and inspriration!

This class in ongoing – drop-in anytime. 10:4511:45am. The Yoga Loft. 521 E 4th St. Bethlehem.

610-867-9642.

SATURDAY Yoga Classes – Dorothea Ritchie will lead a Yoga class suitable for all levels. Beginners are encouraged. RYT, certified in pre-natal, restorative Yoga, Reiki and Yoga therapy. $10 or $50/6cl. 3pm.

RSVP required, Washington TWP, Bangor Area.

862-354-3704.

Yoga - Improve overall well being, alleviate back pain, relieve stress, increase flexibility, & build strength through yoga focusing on proper alignment. For all levels. Beginners welcome. Weekly, 9:00-10:15am. Near Bethlehem Wegman’s. Yoga with Stephanie Snyder, 610-867-0116.

Intro to Yoga Workshops – Every 1st weekend of the month. Sat & Sun, 2-4pm. $40. Call to register.

The Yoga Loft, 521 E 4th St., 3rd Fl. Bethlehem.

610-867-9642.

Bring Mom/Dad to Yoga – Ages 11-13 with parent.

Do Mom and Dad a favor by bringing them to a fun yoga class with you. Get them to try yoga movement, relaxation and breathing techniques that will help you all feel better. 12:15 - 1:15pm. The Yoga Loft, 521 E. 4th St, Bethlehem. 610-867-9642 Power Fusion – For those looking for an athletic practice. boost to your bandha control (abdominals) endurance, and confidence in your inversions.

There is always something new to try to keep your practice expanding. Every Saturday at 9:30. Lehigh Valley Yoga, 1701 Union Blvd., Allentown. 484547-3325 Teens Yoga – A special hour long class for teens and almost teens. We learn positive body image, self-confidence and empowerment in this practice.

Teen and parent are invited to come together, if you want! Saturdays at 1pm. 4 wks/$45. $20 for parent to attend session. Lehigh Valley Yoga, 1701 Union Blvd., Allentown. 484-547-3325.

Meditation & Breath Work – Replace stress and negative thought patterns with happiness! Emphasizes the mental aspects of yoga. Meditation brings peace to the mind. Breathing exercises bring control to vital energy. 9-10:15am. 1st class free.

Lehigh Valley Yoga, 1701Union Blvd, Allentown.

484-547-3325.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3 High Blood Pressure from a Macrobiotic View – Look at your food in a different light. Learn to control high blood pressue with simple, whole foods. $10. Lehigh Valley Food Co-op 860 Broad St. Emmaus. For info call 610-421-8229.

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Effortless Meditation™ Introduction Class – Greg Schweitzer. Learn about this scientifically physician recommended effortless practice that allows you to de-stress, revitalize and become healthier by Free Fibromyalgia Workshop – Understand the taking you to a level of rest deeper than sleep! 7:30-9 neurological and physical causes of this desease, and pm, $20/Intro Class, Twin Ponds Integrative Health some natural, helpful solutions. If you or someone Center, Fogelsville area. 610.395.3355 you love is suffering from this disease you don’t want to miss this! 7pm. Open to public. Limited seating. Observation Mornings – This is a wonderful opCall 610-258-5880 to register. Family YMCA of portunity to get a taste of what Waldorf education Easton, 1225 W. Lafayette Street. has to offer by viewing student work, observing in the classrooms and speaking with the faculty & staff.

Single or Single again? – Learn how to attract and Adults only please. 9:30am. River Valley Waldorf keep the right, healthy, loving relationship in our School, 1395 Bridgeton Hill Rd, Upper Black Eddy. rejection-free group for Savvy Singles to discuss Call 610-982-5606 to register. the keys to success in love & in dating! Alternate Monday evenings 7-9pm. For more info and to register, go to http://reladvice.meetup.com/93/ or contact Annette Carpien (610) 428-2755 Adrenal Health – A Key to Achieving Your Potential. If you awaken fatigued, have allergies, Your Body’s Secret Language Revealed – Dis- experience anxiety or have little stamina. You can cover the emotional, mental, and spiritual success benefit from this seminar with David N. Harder RH strategies that underlie wellness… so you can create (AHG). A program describing a dietary, nutritional true well being for life. Participate in this talk and and herbal approach to supporting your adrenal demonstration and receive a $75 gift certificate for system will be shared. 6:30-7:45 pm Natures Way, a complimentary consultation & exam. 7-8:30pm. 143 Northampton St. Easton. 610-253-0940.

Complimentary. TriUnity, 732 North 19th Street, Allentown. 610-432-4373

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TUESDAY, MARCH 2 What to Cook, What to Eat, and How to Eat It – Back by popular demand, come learn basic food combination practices to heal from within. Receive answers to the questions many struggle with as a result of so many different ideas and opinions available about health, diet, and healing. 6:30pm-8pm.

Pathways Holistic Center, 4833 Chestnut St. Emmaus. Contact Nicole at 610.966.8335.

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Effortless Meditation™ Introduction Class – Greg Schweitzer. Learn about this scientifically validated and physician recommended effortless practice that allows you to de-stress, revitalize and become healthier by taking you to a level of rest deeper than sleep! 9:00-10:30 am, $20/Intro Class, Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area. 610.395.3355

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Thai Yoga Massage Training, Level 1, 16 C.E. Hours - Russell Afflerbach. This training emphasizes using the least amount of effort to achieve maximum results, focuses on the skillful use of proper alignment, body mechanics, positioning of the practitioner, safety, and on easy, flowing transitions from one posture to the next. $195 (incl.

March 7), Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355

MONDAY, MARCH 8 Happier Couples – Evolving and Growing Closer – Discover keys to making a relationship thrive.

Come by yourself, with your spouse/ lover/ partner or friend! Focusing on relationship education, we touch on ways to enhance communication & connection. GLBT always welcome. Every other Monday evening 7-9pm. Info & register: http://www. meetup.com/happier-couples/ or (610) 428-2755 Lypossage Workshop – Two day course open to the massage therapist with an anatomy background. Lypossage is a popular body contouring treatment that causes inch loss. It is highly marketable. $495 plus supplies.. Health Options Institute, State Licenced Massage School in Bethlehem. 610-419-3535.

TUESDAY, MARCH 9 Weight Control Group Program – 4 sessions.

Tues. Mar 9 & 23 and Apr 6 & 20. 6pm. $175 includes Manual, CDs, & DVDs. For more information or to register contact Bev Bley at C.H.A.N.G.E. 610-797-8250. 2020 Downyflake Lane, Suite 302B Allentown.

The Dynamic Duo – Learn how the conscious and subconscious minds can work in unison and harmony to enhance your health, happiness and productivity. 7:30pm. $25. For more information or to register contact: Bev Bley, L.P.N., C.M.Ht. at C.H.A.N.G.E. 610-797-8250 change@4change. com. 2020 Downyflake Lane, Suite 302B Allentown

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TUESDAY, MARCH 16

Green Drinks – This environmental cocktail hour is an informal monthly mixer that brings together folks who are interested in sustainable business, policy and living. 5pm every second Wednesday of each month. Allentown Brew Works, 812 W. Hamilton Street, Allentown

Network Care Workshop – Release stress, resolve pain, conquer “feeling stuck”, increase mobility, heal emotional wounds. Network Care incorporates craniosacral, gentle chiropractic (no twisting or cracking), acupressure and biofield balancing into a single effective method. Join Darin Mazepa, DC, 15-year Network Care practitioner, for this educational workshop and find out how this popular method can transform your life. Healthy, organic refreshments provided. 7-8:30pm. Free with RSVP. Vitality Natural Healthcare Center, 134 Main Street, Emmaus. 610-965-0023.

Redirecting Children’s Behavior – New 5-Week Parenting Course begins. Parents learn fast, effective ways to become calmer and more confident.

Minimize fighting, hassles, tantrums; discipline without yelling, bribing, threatening, time-outs; raise responsible, self-motivated kids. Toddlers to Teens. 6:30-9:30pm. $200/person or $275/couple.

Info and register www.lehighvalleyrcb.com or 610-402-CARE. LV Health Network.

SATURDAY, MARCH 13 Early Childhood Open House – Imaginative play and learning by doing form the cornerstone of our preschool & kindergarten programs. Join us to learn more about our early childhood programs and why Waldorf works. Children are invited! 10-11am.

River Valley Waldorf School, 1395 Bridgeton Hill Rd, Upper Black Eddy. Call 610-982-5606.

Healthy Aging Seminar – Dr. Maulfair will present a seminar discussing the problems of aging including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and lack of energy. Explains the causes of these problems and they are not what you have been led to believe.

Chelation therapy will be fully explained. Free as community service. Noon. Maulfair Medical Center Auditorium, 403 North Main St., Topton.

610-682-2104

MONDAY, MARCH 15 Single or Single again? Learn how to attract and keep the right, healthy, loving relationship in our rejection-free group for Savvy Singles to discuss the keys to success in love & in dating! Alternate Monday evenings 7-9pm. For more info and to register, go to http://reladvice.meetup.com/93/ or contact Annette Carpien (610) 428-2755

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Healthy Living in a Toxic World – Learn how to live healthy in a toxic world. Take the confusion out of healthy lifestyle choices. Find out how toxins affect your health; if you are a future parent you will learn how to protect your unborn child from effects of toxins. Free as community service.

6:30pm. Maulfair Medical Center, 403 North Main St., Topton. 610-682-2104.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17 Loving Yourself Into A Great Sex Life – Dr. Helene Leonetti. Self esteem is the genesis of all healthy relationships. Learn how nurturing your self can enhance intimacy. 6:30-8:30 pm, $15, Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 18 Effortless Meditation™ Introduction Class – Greg Schweitzer. Learn about this scientifically physician recommended effortless practice that allows you to de-stress, revitalize and become healthier by taking you to a level of rest deeper than sleep! 7:30-9 pm, $20/Intro Class, Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area. 610.395.3355 Nutritional Live Blood Cell Analysis – A unique method of examining a small droplet of blood to reveal information on the general wellness and nutritional needs of the individual. Blood screenings along with a 20-30 minute consultation are performed by Gwen Ward N.D. $60. Health Habits Natural Food Store on RT 873 in Schencksville Call 610-767-3100 to schedule an appointment.

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INTEGRATED WELLNESS 1. Food for Life Series: April 8, 15, 29, May 6 7:30 – 9pm 2. Staying Healthy in a Stressful World March 7 9:30am – 5pm 3. Love Your Body. It Believes Every Word you Say April 11 12noon- 4pm CHANGE and BALANCE 1. Holding Energy in a Room: Using Yourself as a Tool for Change Series: March 17, 23, 30 7pm – 9pm 2. The Second Half of Life: A Rite of Passage March 22, 29 10am – 12noon Repeated: May 20, 27 6:30pm – 8:30pm Retreat for all participants: June 12 10am – 5pm 3. Surrender: The Art of Getting out of your Own Way Series: May 11, 18, 25, June 1 7pm – 9pm EMOTIONAL GROWTH 1. What are you Hungry For? Freedom from Emotional Eating Series: March 5, 12, 19, 26 9:30am – 11am Repeated: April 13, 20, 27, May 4 7:30pm – 9pm 2. Grief Recovery and Forgiveness for Peace Series: May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2, 9 6:30pm – 8:30pm 3. Emotional Freedom: EFT Series: May 8, 22 1pm - 3:30pm SPIRITUAL TRANSFORMATION 1. Power of Conscious Intention: It will change the Way you see the World!

May 9, 10am - 5pm 2. Spiritual Alchemy for Healing and Transformation Series: March 6, 20 9am – 1pm (classes continued monthly) 3. Waking Up before the Alarm goes Off: Defining your Spiritual Path Series: March 31, April 7, 14, 21 6:30pm – 8:30pm 4. Spiritual Self-Mastery (women) March 19, April 23, May 21 6:30pm - 9pm (monthly) 5. Spiritual Mentoring (men) March 24, April 21, May 19 6:30pm – 8:30pm (monthly) REIKI CERTIFICATION Level I: April 17, 10am – 5pm Level II: TBA Level III: May 14, 15, 16

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SATURDAY, MAY 22 ~ 10-11pm SUNDAY, MAY 23 ~ 10-6pm Held in Warren County, New Jersey for nearly two decades. What started as a birthday party with a few holistic and musical friends has turned into a 2-day event featuring a full line-up of workshops, speakers, meditations and handson demonstrations. The event will also feature a variety of musical groups who will have performances throughout the day and into the night, which will satisfy a wide range of musical tastes.

You can find more information at either Facebook or www.kindredspiritsfair. com. For more information or to sign up as a vendor, call Experience Nirvana: 908-996-7536. Mt. Eden Retreat Center, Washington, NJ.

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Massage Career Night – 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Learn about becoming a licensed massage therapist. Weekday, evening and weekend programs of integrity are available in Shiatsu, Reflexology, Nutrition, Lomi Hawaiian Massage, Sports Massage, Aromatherapy, Anatomy, Orthopedic Neuromuscular Therapy, etc.

Free information session. Call Health Options Institute in Bethlehem 610-419-3535.

FRIDAY, MARCH 19 Rhythms of Wellness with Suzanne Hastie. Learn 10 unique developmental rhythms in a fun way to understand yourself and children (from embryo to adulthood). Learn your strengths and how to relate to each other. 10:00- Noon, $65, Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area. 610.395.3355 Improvisational Performances - Presented by Six Meters Improve Company, Muhlenberg College and other guest artists. InterPlay® is an active, creative way to unlock the wisdom of the body through movement, stories, songs and stillness - tools and ideas to help individuals and communities thrive. 7:00 pm-9:30 pm, Free, Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355

SATURDAY, MARCH 20 Developing Lifestyle Habits – Achieving a Holistic Lifestyle One Healthy Habit at a Time with Shannon Morehouse and Alicia Rambo Wozniak. You will learn over 50 suggestions and techniques that when made into habits can truly become life changing.

Learn how to eat healthfully daily and enjoy it! $45 before 3/11; $55 thereafter. 2-4:30pm. Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St., Easton. 610-923-7522 Introduction to InterPlay® or…Come Out and Play! Workshop - We will play with moving our bodies, witnessing, having more ease, affirming ourselves and others, using our voices, laughing out loud, developing inner awareness and making beautiful art together. 9:30 am- 12:30 pm, $30.00, Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355 Chelation Therapy Seminar – Dr. Maulfair will present a seminar discussing the problems of aging including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and lack of energy. Explains the causes of these problems and they are not what you have been led to believe.

Chelation therapy will be fully explained. Free as community service. Noon. Maulfair Medical Center Auditorium, 403 North Main St., Topton 610-682-2104

Spiritual Holistic Faire Saturday March 27 ~ 10am-6pm Sunday March 28 ~ 10am-5pm Reiki, Readings, Holistic Therapies, Energy Work, Reflexology, Healing Touch, Soul Drawings, Exotic Clothing, Jewelry, Crystals, Astrology,more. Free Workshops and Seminars both days.

Come and learn about Integrated Energy therapy, take a Journey Through 10,000 Veils: One Woman’s search for meaning through Islam, and learn how to Create Health and Wealth. Good food and fun! More to be announced later check our Web site. www.quakertowncsl.org Admission $3. Sponsored by the Quakertown Center for Spiritual Living.

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Sunday, MARCH 21 Tea and Healthy Baked Treats Tasting - Tea tasting and pairing seminar will be presented by Intrinsic Foods and Christine’s Secret Garden. An array of freshly brewed teas will be served with baked goods that have been made using freshly milled, stone-ground grains. 1:30-3:30pm. $11.

Intrinsic Foods, 34 N. Second St. in Easton. Reserve at 610-252-7781.

MONDAY, MARCH 22 Happier Couples – Evolving and growing closer!

Discover keys to making a relationship thrive.

Come by yourself, with your spouse/ lover/ partner or friend! Focusing on relationship education, we touch on ways to enhance communication & connection. GLBT always welcome. Every other Monday evening 7-9pm. Info & register: http://www.meetup. com/happier-couples/ or (610) 428-2755.

TUESDAY, MARCH 23 Smoking Cessation Group Program – 3 sessions.

Feb 23 and Feb 9 & 23. $100 includes Manual, CDs, & DVD. For more information or to register contact: Bev Bley. at C.H.A.N.G.E. 610-797-8250. 2020 Downyflake Lane, Suite 302B Allentown.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 24 Observation Mornings – This is a wonderful opportunity to get a taste of what Waldorf education has to offer by viewing student work, observing in the classrooms and speaking with the faculty & staff.

Adults only please. 9:30am. River Valley Waldorf School, 1395 Bridgeton Hill Rd, Upper Black Eddy.

Call 610-982-5606 to register.

Health and Wellness Expo – Easton Hospital’s Kroner Auditorium. Hand salt scrub, spinal screening, aromatherapy, blood pressure, glucose, and cholesterol screenings, oran cancer screenings, and acupuncture. FREE admission. Sponsored by Nazareth Chamber’s Health & Wellness Committee. 4-7pm. Call Vanessa 610-365-8996 for vendor details.

SATURDAY, MARCH 27 Night of Tani Lai Auction & Gala – The Lake House Inn provides and enchanting backdrop for the River Valley Waldorf School’s 14th annual auction.

The live and silent auctions are filled with enticing items, while the menu emphasizes organically grown and locally prepared food. Tickets must be purchased in advance $50/per person. 6-10pm. Lake House Inn, Perkasie. Call 610-982-5606

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TUESDAY, MARCH 23 - CARETAK-

THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES WITH A CAST OF PHENOMENAL LOCAL WOMEN - March 19th 7:00 p.m., March 20th 6:30 p.m., March 21st 4:00 p.m., Join us as we raise funds and awareness to end violence against women and girls at a V-Day benefit production of Eve Ensler’s The Vagina Monologues, raising funds for the YWCA of Bethlehem and V-Day spotlight campaign: The Women and Girls of The Democratic Republic of Congo.

Includes a Silent Auction in the Banko Room at The Banana Factory March 19th–21st during and after the productions Sponsored by: Weight Watchers of Eastern PA. The Banana Factory, 25 W. Third St. Bethlehem. $10. Contact: Angela Sinkler at 610-868-1035 or esas518@ verizon.net

Damaru A World Music Performance MARCH 19, 2010

ERS: BE KIND to YOURSELF WORKSHOP - Cat Coley, Usui Reiki Master and Teacher, will be facilitiating, a personal growth workshop for caregivers designed to teach how to be kind to oneself. Through a variety of therapeutic modalities, this workshop teaches self care and raising of self-esteem. Holistic practitioners, therapists, caregivers and anyone else that may expend energy in taking care of others can benefit from the tools taught. By learning to take care of ourselves we are stronger and able to help others more effectively and truly enjoy our caretaker roles. 7 - 9 p.m $30 includes a binder full of handouts and over $35 in valuable coupons. For more information contact Cat Coley at 610-863-6764

Natural Perfuming Class - Create Your Own Fragrance Using Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils -- with Lucey Harley. 1:30 - 4:30 PM $20.00 fee + $10.00 for supplies. Reservations required - Call 610-641-1116.

Inner Light Holistic Center, Gilbertsville, Pa.

MONDAY, MARCH 29 Single or Single again? Learn how to attract and keep the right, healthy, loving relationship in our rejection-free group for Savvy Singles to discuss the keys to success in love & in dating! Alternate Monday evenings 7-9pm For more info and to register, go to http://reladvice.meetup.com/93/ or contact Annette Carpien (610) 428-2755

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31 Effortless Meditation™ Introduction Class – Greg Schweitzer. Learn about this scientifically physician recommended effortless practice that allows you to de-stress, revitalize and become healthier by taking you to a level of rest deeper than sleep! 7:30-9 pm, $20/Intro Class, Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area. 610.395.3355 Aromatherapy 101 – Intro to the science and history of therapeutic essential oils with Lucey Harley.

Learn to live an Aromatic Life. What is a REAL essential oil? How are they made? How do they effect the body? 6:30-8:30pm $15. Call 610-641-1116 to Register, Drop Ins Welcome. Celestial Connections Holistic Center, 8408 Allentown Pike, Rt. 73 & 222, Blandon, Pa.

The world music duo DAMARU will perform 2 events at Breathing Room Center, 735 Rt. 94, Newton, NJ. on Friday March 19, 2010. There will be a 10:00 am Yoga class with live music accompaniment followed by a 2 hour world music concert at 8:00 pm that evening. Price is $20 for each event with a special discount price of $35 if you attend both. Contact Cheryl Paulson at 973-610-7191. Breathing Room Center 735 Route 94, Newton, NJ www. breathingroomcenter.com

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SATURDAY, APRIL 3 Forgiveness Workshop - Betsy Wetzig. The forgiveness process uses the body, movement and mind, which is how we experience forgiveness’s feelings, tension, stress, aches and even pains. With Coordination Pattern™ Training you will learn the how/whys of your own style of forgiveness and how to bring release and healing. 9:30 am-noon, $40 ($60 incl. 2 workshops), Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355 Freeing Your Being Workshop - Betsy Wetzig.

Learn simple exercises with Coordination Pattern™ Training to help you move in your body’s best and easiest way, prevent injury, enhance creativity, communication, leadership, learning and improve the way you handle stress and tension. 12:30 pm-3:00 pm, $40 ($60 incl. 2 workshops), Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355.

THURSDAY, APRIL 8 Lypossage – Thursday & Friday, April 8 & 9, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Open to massage therapists with an Anatomy background. Lypossage is a popular body contouring treatment that causes inch loss. It is highly marketable. $495.00 plus supplies. Health Options Institute, state licensed massage school in Bethlehem 610-419-3535. www.healthoptionsinstitute.com.

Couples Massage - 3/16, 3/27, 3/28 Table Thai Yoga Massage - 3/20 and 3/21 Cooking Alive - 3/30 What to Cook and How to Eat - 3/2 All Water is Not Alike - 3/18 Call 610-966-7001 for times and ther specifics.

Pathways Holistic Center 4833 Chestnut Street, Emmaus PathwaysHolisticHealing.com

savethedate Ria Swift

Inner Light Holistic Center Gilbertsville, Pa Please register at 610.262.3971 Hands on Healing – 3/5/10 – Learning to clear and charge energy fields, acupressure points, fields of energy and chakras is your best prevention support for a cure. 6-8pm. $40 Moving Meditation – 3/6/10 - Come into the moment using your bodies internal rhythms and breath. 6-7:30pm. $25 Life Moves – 3/15/10 - Tap into your creativity to expand and enliven your life. Using movement, drawing and creative writing in a safe supportive environment. 1:30-3pm. $35 Dowsing – 3/19/10 – Take the guess work out of getting your nutritional needs met; learn to use a pendulum. Bring pendulum if you have one or I’ll provide a home made model. 6-7pm - $25

Day Spa is closing in Jacksonville. Purchase all or part of inventory valued at approximately $38,000 retail.

Consists of well known makeup, skin care, creams, lotions, shampoo, gift sets, perfume, eau de toilette, after shave, soy candles, diffusers, oil lamps and oils, shoes, etc. Ideal for day spa, nail salon or even flea marketers.

Contact 904-613-0508 for more information

Learning How to Let Go – 3/26. In this class you’ll identify the things you’re holding onto that are holding you back. Then you’ll learn how to let them all go. 6-7:30pm - $30 Tea & Talk – 3/21 – 1 to 3 pm - Stress Reduction with tea and pastries. Learn hand massage and other ways to remove internal stress in the moment when you need it most. $25.

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DAILY Care Alternatives Volunteers – Care Alternatives is actively recruiting Reiki Practitioners, Certified Massage Therapists and Comfort Volunteers to impact the lives of Hospice patients. 866-821-1212.

Bodywork & Massage– Meet our new therapists – 23 different types are now available in our safe and supportive environment to help you achieve a relaxed and healthier mind and body. Call for appointment. Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area. 610-395-3355 Counseling – Teens & adults, manage stress and anxiety, relieve anger, guilt and sadness, recover from trauma, abuse and addictions; sustain positive new attitudes. Call for appointment. Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area. 610395-3355 Sound Healing Technology – Experience nights of deep healing sleep! This technology retrains your brain and central nervous system to go into the deep rest of delta sleep, which allows you to be at your best during the day. Call for appointment.

Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area. 610-395-3355

Your Body’s Secret Language Revealed – Discover the emotional, mental, and spiritual success strategies that underlie wellness so you can create true wellbeing for life. This gentle approach can help you overcome the pain and stress in your life. Free with RSVP. TriUnity, 732 North 19th Street, Allentown.

610-432-4373.

Community Exchange Time Bank - When neighbors exchange services everyone benefits. Group Orientations held on the Third Monday of each month at The Center for Healthy Aging at LV Hospital, 17th and Chew Streets, Allentown. 610-969-2486 for more information.

Feldenkrais Method TM of Improving Movement with Carol Siddiqi. Learn to walk effortlessly by learning gentle physical movements. Good for pain relief, balance, coordination and overcoming injuries.

10-11 am, $75/6 cl, Private sessions $75/hr. Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area.

610-395-3355 QiGong – Hilary Smith. Join us as we meld together physical movement, breath control and mental focus to enhance our health and energy. QiGong exercises lead to a healthier body, a quieter mind and increased vitality. 5:30-6:30 pm, $80/8 cl, $150 incl Tai Chi Wed. class 5:30-6:30 pm, call for start dates. Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area, 610.395.3355

MergeOne World Group Sessions – Group consciousness raising, minimizing earth changes, clearing up pollution and creating peace into the world. Local group forming. Contact Ria Swift at 610-262-3971.

Meditation Class – Inhale, Exhale, Relax. Meditation class with Jennifer. From week to week, these classes provide a good overview of different meditation practices and help you learn how to establish and sustain a daily meditation practice. Mondays from 7-8PM. $10/class. The Gentle Spirit, 800 Main Street, Hellertown. 610-973-4304.

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Energy Exchange Workshop – In need of balance, clearing, or removal of dis-ease? At Unity of Lehigh Valley trained facilitators do just that. Free to all ages; 2nd and 4th Sundays at 6 p.m. Be the recipient, or bring a friend. Restore health, harmony, peace and joy! 26 N. 3rd Street, Emmaus. 215-679-6051.

Coordination Pattern™ Movement and Mind Training – With Betsy Wetzig. With simple, easy exercises, learn to understand and use the essential connection between your movement and your mind to improve the way you function, both physically & mentally. 6:45-7:45 pm, $75/6 cl. Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area. 610395-3355

Labyrinth Walk – 4th Sunday of every month from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Public welcome. Donations accepted to support to outside labyrynth construction project. The Labyrinth is a tool for embracing spirituality. Contact Beverly Marriner, certified Veriditas Labyrinth Facilitator at 610 625-4010.

Meditation Class – No experience necessary.

Meditation is for everyone! Learn a new 31 minute meditation every week in this 1 hour class that starts with a warm-up and ends with a deep relaxation.

4:30-5:30pm. $14. The Yoga Loft of Bethlehem, 521 E. 4th St. 3rd Floor, Bethlehem. 610-867-9642.

MONDAY Meditation & Buddhism classes – Current series "The Buddhist Way of Loving Kindness" -Improve relationships, awaken the compassionate heart, love without attachment. Drop in meditation classes at CACLV Community Room, 1337 E. Fifth Street.

Bethlehem. Everyone welcome. Call 609-397-4828 for more information.

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Relax Deeply – A class designed to relax and rejuvenate the body. These comfortable restorative postures are crated by using blankets, blocks and other yoga props. Gentle breathing techniques are also utilized. Learn how to open your body, relax and relieve chronic pain. 7:30-8:45pm $14. The Yoga Loft of Bethlehem, 521 E. 4th St. 3rd Floor, Bethlehem.

610-867-9642

WEDNESDAY Tai Chi - A Moving Meditation – With Hilary Smith.

Learn to keep the muscles active but relaxed, the mind alert but calm, and body movements flowing but well coordinated, 5:30-6:30 pm, $80/8 classes, $120 incl. Qigong Mon. class 5:30-6:30 pm., Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area.

610-395-3355

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Healing Share – Second Wednesday of each month for our healing service, weather permitting. Doors open at 7-9pm. $3 donation. Everyone is welcome.

St. John’s Church of Faith, 607 Washington Street Allentown. 570-386-2964.

THURSDAY Effortless Meditation™ Practice – With Greg Schweitzer. An on-going class to support and enrich those who already have taken the basic course.

Group meditation and discussion via teleconference. Enjoy the convenience and serenity of no travel. 6-7pm. Call Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center to register, 610.395.3355. $120/ 8 classes (2 months).

Breathing Away Stress – Art Of Living.org presents an introductory talk and guided meditation.

The Quaker Friends Meeting House. 4116 Rt. 512.

Bethlehem. Call Paul at 484-695-6880.

Coordination Pattern™ Movement Mind Training – With Betsy Wetzig. With simple, easy exercises, learn to understand and use the essential connection between your movement and your mind to improve the way you function, both physically & mentally. 1:30-2:30 pm, Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville area. 610-395-3355 Free Herbal Consultations – Learn a natural way to address health and wellness issues. Herbalist available for Free Mini Consult, Every Thursday 11am -5pm. David Harder RH (AHG) at Nature’s Way, Easton. 610-253-0940.

Community Exchange Time Bank - When neighbors exchange services everyone benefits. Group Orientations held on the 1st Wednesday of each month 6-8pm at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenburg Campus, RT22 and Shoenersville Rd, Bethlehem.

610-969-2486 for more information.

SATURDAY Moms & Tots Moves 4 Understanding, Coordination Pattern™ Training for Movement & Mind – With Betsy Wetzig. So much more than fun and exercise! Helps with learning and behavior styles, family communication, and improved physical condition. Every 1st & 3rd Sat., 10-11 am, $75/ 6 cl.

Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, Fogelsville Area 610.395.3355 Reiki for Seniors 55+ – 1st Saturday of each month. $25 for 45 minute Reiki session. By appt.

Only. 11am-5pm. Convenient Emmaus location.

Barbara Fenton, Certified Reiki Master\Teacher 610-504-5801.

Eco-Craft Classes For Children and Young Adults – Explore your creative potential and awareness of artistic possibilities with the use of natural and recyclable everyday materials. one project per class. 10:30am-1pm for 7-10 year olds. 1:30-3 for 10-13 yr. olds. $12. South Allentown. For more details contact Janet at 610-767-7907.

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ACUPUNCTURE CLASSICAL 5 ELEMENT ACUPUNCTURE

J.L.Collins M.Ac.,Lic.Ac.,NCCAOM Diplomat The Center of Family Health 840 Walnut Street-Catasauqua,PA 18032 610-317-6064

25 years of clinical experience in acupuncture. Certified in Chinese Herbal Pharmacology. Addressing symptom relief and the Causative Factor. The Causative Factor is the first blow to the body/mind/ spirit. Treating the Causative Factor strengthens the ability to hold and heal.

LEHIGH VALLEY ORIENTAL MEDICINE CENTRE Ming ming and David Molony 101 Bridge Street Catasauqua, PA 18032 610-264-2755

Acupuncture and herbal medicine with capable, experienced practitioners. Practicing acupuncture in the Lehigh Valley since 1988. Acupuncture, herbs, dietary consultation, and other aspects of Oriental Medicine provide a complete healing system for health and regeneration, enhancing the outcome of Conventional care

LIVEWELL INTEGRATED HEALTH LLC

Dr. Robert W. Livingston III, DC, L.Ac. Dr. Jennifer K. Bollinger, DC, L.Ac. 8026 Hamilton Blvd.

Trexlertown, PA 18087 610-395-5509 LiveWellIntegratedHealth.com

LiveWell Integrated Health offers traditional Chinese acupuncture, chiropractic, body work, and nutritional and lifestyle coaching. Being healthy is a lifestyle choice.... choose to LiveWell. See ad page 14.

LISA BAAS ACUPUNCTURE & ORIENTAL MEDICINE

860 Broad St., Ste 100, Emmaus, PA 18049 610-967-0515

Board certified and licensed Acupuncturist with 20 years of holistic healing, offering Acupuncture, bodywork therapy, Chinese and Ayurvedic herbs and homeopathic medicines.

MARIE RUXTON THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

ALCHEMICAL HEALING TRANSFORMATIVE HEALING

Marie Ruxton CMT, CN 628 Chestnut Street Emmaus, PA 18049 610-965-2500

Arlene Curley BA. CST, RMT 215-538-0976 Quakertown, Pennsylvania GreenshireArts.org/healingarts.htm

Intuitive Healer, Reiki Master/ Teacher, Spiritual Mentor, Interfaith Minister, Facilitator of Workshops. Extensive training in craniosacral therapy, massage therapy, energy medicine and alchemical healing. With her eclectic approach to healing, Arlene offers sessions that are tailored to meet her client’s specific needs.

AROMATHERAPY LUCEY HARLEY

MODERN CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

610-641-1116 www.LuceyHarley.com Online Store & Class Schedule

Save $$ Join my Wholesale Buying Club. Specializing in Young Living Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils, Individual & Group Classes, Workshops, Gatherings, Custom Blends, Body & Skin Care, Pet Care, Essential Oil Enhanced Nutritional Supplements, NingXia Wolfberry & Thieves Blend Products. Over 16 years experience studying, practicing and teaching Aromatherapy and many other energy modalities.

AYURVEDA WELLNESS

David Nemeroff, NCBTMB 2008 Eberhart Rd, Whitehall, PA 18052 610-737-4212 www.therapy4healing.com

Restore balance to your body and decrease pain with the power of Craniosacral Therapy.

This gentle and non-invasive western osteopathic technique can help relieve many pain issues including migraines, back pain, neck problems, vertigo, TMJ, stress, neurological issues and much more. David Nemeroff also works with your pet’s problems like hip dysplasia, mobility issues and cribbing. See ad page 34.

SHALOM REIKI HEALING HANDS Tamu Ngina, Dipl.Reflex, Reiki Master Kutztown Area Location 610-739-7579 www.ShalomReiki.com

Ayurveda WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Shekhar Annambhotla 567 Thomas Street Coopersburg, PA 18036 484-347-6110 www.ojas.us

Practicing and teaching Ayurveda worldwide since 1988, offering Personal Ayurvedic Consultations, Panchakarma (detoxification) programs, Massage, Integrative Ayurvedic body therapies, Weight loss programs, Courses, Workshops, Seminars, Vegetarian cooking classes, Free community health lectures, Intensive Ayurvedic training programs India.

Peace in Mind, Body & Spirit through Energy Healing. Reiki, massage therapy, therapeutic reflexology. Promote healing and improve overall health. Reflexology graduate of Leh i g h Va l l e y H e a l i n g A r t s .

CHIROPRACTOR LIVEWELL INTEGRATED HEALTH LLC

Dr. Robert W. Livingston III, DC, L.Ac. Dr. Jennifer K. Bollinger, DC, L.Ac. 8026 Hamilton Blvd.

Trexlertown, PA 18087 610-395-5509 LiveWellIntegratedHealth.com

BODYWORK DIANE MARCHESE NCTMB Allentown, Pa 18104 610-366-7414 www.MFRJourney.com

Marie is a certified massage therapist trained since 1997 in Advanced Myofascial Release Therapy, Therapeutic Massage, Reiki, Ear Candling, Homeopathy and Holistic Nutrition. Offers comprehensive custom bodywork for those wanting to overcome chronic pain and movement problems. Sessions range from a (2 hour) Head to Toe meltdown massage to “Just Neck and Head” massage for those needing stress relief. Gift certificates available. See ad page 35.

While Myofascial Release may share some commonalities with traditional massage, it is a modality that reaches deeper & creates lasting change. Helps to relieve the tightness & pressure from your body, allowing strength & function to return in a natural manner. I believe in the innate ability of every person to heal, & I know personally the profound & long-lasting results with MFR.

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reiki masters Reiki, meaning “universal life-force energy” is a scientific method of activating and balancing the life-force present in all living things.

Reiki practitioners use light hand placements to channel healing energies to organs and glands or to align the chakras (energy centers).

There are techniques for emotional and mental distress, chronic and acute physical problems, and for achieving spiritual focus and clarity.

Gerard Black 484.225.1727 / 610.821.1388 www.reikibyjerry.com Allentown

Walking Winds Holistic Center 215.679.7091 www.WalkingWindsHolisticCenter.com Allentown

NEED A HAND CHIROPRACTIC, PC Dr. Thomas B. Wachtmann, DC Breinigsville, PA 610.395.3355 Whitehall, PA 610-266-6111

Dr. Thomas B. Wachtmann offers patient-individualized high quality Chiropractic care, customized clinical nutrition and treatment for a wide variety of conditions.

Discovering and treating the true cause of a problem is his specialty.

COACHING – PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL Jim Curley B.S., M.Ed Certified Holistic Life Coach 215-538-0976 Quakertown, Pennsylvania www.greenshirearts.org

Live more consciously and creatively in today’s challenging times. Provides support and guidance in finding life purpose, achieving goals. Personalized coaching strategies unique to each individual’s needs and requests.

Available for short-term problem solving, or for on-going support.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY PATHWAYS HOLISTIC CENTER 4833 Chestnut St. Emmaus, PA 18049 610.966.7001 www.pathwaysholistichealing.com

Cleansing and rebuilding the colon is one of the most essential steps to enhancing your health & well-being and reclaiming your life. Safe, effective method of removing waste from the large intestine. Full services available on site, in addition to educational and teaching seminars to certify interested parties. See ad, page 8

Tamu Ngina 610.739.7579 www.ShalomReiki.net Allentown/Kutztown

Lehigh Valley Reiki ½ Price Introductory Rate • 610.739.4201 www.lehighvalleyreiki.com Bethlehem

Marcella Hilferty A Light Touch LLC • 610.248.2358 www.alighttouchllc.com Easton

COUNSELING SERVICES Lisa J. Gercie M.Ed., LPC, NCC 3201-J Highfield Drive Bethlehem, PA 18020 484-634-6743 LGTSTARR@aol.com

Abiba Wellness Barbara Fenton, Reiki Master/Teacher 610.504.5801 • www.abiba.com Emmaus

Karuna® Reiki Master Jeanette DiBalsi • 267.250.9860 Reiki for People & All Creatures Carbon County & North Lehigh

Reiki Drumbeat Cat Coley, Reiki Master/Teacher 610.863.6764 • www.reikidrumbeat.com Slatebelt

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Licensed Professional Therapist helping people achieve their highest potential through emotional, physical, and spiritual balance. Learn how to transform yourself with positive changes to lead you toward a life of personal fulfillment.

ENERGY THERAPY ACCELERATED HEALING RIA SWIFT

Certified Expressive Art & Energy Therapist 610-262-3971 mergeoneworld.com

Energetic healing to correct blueprints created by life’s traumas.

Life changes are gentle, fast and permanent. Right and Left Brain Integration. Expressive Art Therapies. Experiential talks and training workshops. Certified in many modalities. Practicing & teaching for 22 years.

FUNERAL SERVICES NICOS C. ELIAS FUNERAL HOME, INC Nicos C. Elias, Supervisor Allentown, Pa. 610-433-2200 www.eliasfuneralhome.com

Mr. Elias offers several different green and eco-friendly funeral plans using biodegradable caskets, preservation without chemicals, and earth friendly paper goods. A natural, back to the earth approach.

Biodegradable urns for those choosing cremation. Also offering assistance with home-based funerals

HOLISTIC CENTER GREENSHIRE ARTS CONSORTIUM Institute for Holistic Studies Directors: Jim and Arlene Curley Quakertown, Pennsylvania 215-538-0976 GreenshireArts.org

Dedicated to helping people improve the quality of life while they strengthen, revitalize, and explore new horizons through holistic studies, creative arts, conversation, retreats and community involvement. In a nurturing atmosphere, individuals are invited to experience Greenshire’s space for peace while awakening to the Art of Inspired Living. See ad, page 7.

PATHWAYS HOLISTIC CENTER 4833 Chestnut St. Emmaus, PA 18049 610.966.7001 www.pathwaysholistichealing.com

Combining a variety of the finest holistic healing methods, we help shape your new path to reclaim life and become balanced & whole once again. Over 15 years of restoring health from within by cleansing, nourishing. Comprehensive physical, mental, spiritual and emotional healing services offered plus nutrition programs, prepared foods, retreats, catering services. See ad, page 8.

TWIN PONDS INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CENTER Fogelsville Area, 610395.3355 www.twinpondscenter.com

Over 25 practitioners offering techniques for stress management, relaxation, movement problems, coaching, counseling, weight management, exercises including aerobics, chiropractic, food preparation and much more. Private sessions, classes, workshops and retreats. See ad, page 13.

VITALITY NATURAL HEALTHCARE CENTER

134 Main Street, Emmaus, PA 18049 610-965-0023 www.thevitalitycenter.com

Providing mind-body medicine for over 10 years. Recognized for resolving such conditions as allergies, arthritis, stress, menopause, depression, and pain without drugs or surgery. Offering yoga, Network Care chiropractic, ionic foot spa detox, massage, botanical/nutritional medicine, NAET, JMT and more.See ad, page 30.

HOLISTIC HEALTH DANCING DRAGONFLIES WISDOM Ingrid Geronimo Founder & Life Coach 908-213-3214 www.dancingdragonflieswisdom.com

Intuitive Life Coach to help you uncover and overcome the limited self-talk that has kept you from living the life you’ve always desired.

Let me guide you to your next best life. Your best thinking has gotten you where you are, let me show you how much further you can go!

HYPNOTHERAPY C.H.A.N.G.E.

Beverley S. Bley 2020 Downyflake Lane Allentown, PA 18103 610-797-8250, www.4change.com Certified Master Hypnotherapist.

Control stress and anxiety, depression, pain and anger. Lose weight, eliminate smoking. Hypnotherapy certification and hypnobirthing classes. See ad, page 23.

Jeanette Egan MS, LPC, CAC-D

860 Broad Street, Suite 106 Emmaus, PA 18049 610 965-3635 Hypnotherapy can change your life by healing the trauma and wounds where they are stored in the subconscious mind. Release your anger, pain, sadness, anxiety, fear, abandonment, guilt and shame. Heal the wounded child with-in. Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist & PA Licensed Professional Counselor.

MEDITATION & WELLNESS EFFORTLESS MEDITATION

Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center 628 Twin Ponds Rd., West Lehigh Valley 610.670.6700 or 800.376.3530 www.StressReductionResources.com Destress, revitalize and be healthier with scientifically validated and physician recommended Effortless Meditation. Experience rest deeper than sleep! Greg Schweitzer taught for Deepak Chopra, M.D. and other notables for 30+ years. Introductory classes and a 10-hour course.

Family, Environmental and Preventative Medicine

Nicholas DiMartino, D.O. 5724 Clymer Rd Quakertown, PA 215-536-1890

Woodlands Healing Research Center is a family practice supporting individualized natural approaches to health. We offer lifestyle and nutritional consultation to achieve optimal health and vitality. We also offer complete women’s services including GYN, menopause, osteoporosis and bioidentical hormone therapy. See ad, page 18.

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NATURAL DENTISTRY

Country Harmony

BEATA A. CARLSON, D.D.S.

Brick House in Front of Carbon Plaza Lehighton, PA 570-386-3576

Cosmetic and Natural Dentistry 2600 Newburg Rd. Easton, PA 18045 610-252-1454 www.beatacarlson.com

Dr. Carlson begins with a Natural or Holistic approach to enhance your physical health and eliminate any compromise to the immune system.

Mercury free, non-surgical periodontal treatment, tooth whitening, cosmetic makeovers and herbal support in a gentle, relaxing and caring atmosphere. See ad, page 19.

MILAVEC DENTAL CARE Daniel J. Milavec, DDS 1855 Washington Ave. Northampton, PA 18067 610-262-7829

roducts for healthy living. Vitamins, herbs, bulk grains, dried fruits, grass-fed beef, groceries, raw milk and cheese.

Specialty items such as chemical free beauty, and natural pet supplies. Services include Ion Cleanse, Ear Candling, QFA analysis and our new Zyto Compass. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. See ad, page 36.

NATURAL HEALTH A NATURAL MEDICINE CLINIC

Holistically oriented dentistry realizes that the mouth is connected to the whole body.

Mercury free. non-surgical gum disease treatment with nutraceutical programs to support healthy smiles. Complete smile makeover with High Speed Braces™ and tooth whitening. See ad, page 3

NATURAL FAMILY MEDICINE MAULFAIR MEDICAL CENTER

WOODLANDS HEALING RESEARCH

Conrad Maulfair, D.O. 403 North Main St. Topton, PA 19562 610-682-2104 www.drmaulfair.com, www.purelyyoudetox.com Dr. Maulfair is an Osteopathic Physician bringing four decades of knowledge and experience in alternative, complementary medicine to his patient care. Help for all conditions and all ages. Offering Chelation Therapy, Hubbard Method Sauna detoxification – Purely You, and many other treatment programs. Maulfair Medical Center brings the best of both worlds to their patients. See ad, page 17.

DR. MICHAEL JUDE LOQUASTO, ND, PHD, DC Lehigh Valley Professional Center 2571 Baglyos Circle, Suite B-27 Bethlehem, PA 18020 * 484-821-1460 www.drmichaelloquasto.com

Specializing in Natural Medicine for over 25 years, Dr. Loquasto holds doctorates in Naturopathy, Nutrition and Chiropractic Internal Medicine. He is also a Master Herbalist as well as a certified Clinical and Dietitian Nutritionist. Dr. Loquasto offers custom formulations for specific conditions and non-invasive chelation therapy. In addition the following tests are done at the clinic: live cell microscope, circulation testing, EKG, pulmonary lung testing, bone density, x-ray, scanning for foot & ankle problems, blood pressure, blood oxygen levels and blood testing for diabetes and other health issues. The goal is to restore and/ or maintain a healthy lifestyle.

ALTERNATIVE HEALTHCARE Merlin L. Haas DC, ND Donna Haas, CMT, Nutritionist 860 Broad St., Ste 109 Emmaus, PA 18049 610-966-3235

30 years of service offering natural and energetic techniques to uncover the root cause of an illness. Chiropractic, massage, nutritional testing and counseling, computerized blood chemistry analysis. Now providing house calls for home bound and chiropractic emergencies in the Lehigh Valley.

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DALLAS WELLNESS CENTER, LLC

Debra E Dallas, MS, MIfHI, DCNT 4048 Freemansburg Avenue Easton, PA 18045 610-253-1977, dallaswellnesscenterllc.com

Dallas Wellness Center is an integrated therapy and diagnostic center. We offer Iridology, Thermographic Imaging, Nutrigenomics and Nutrition, nutraMetrix, Homeopathy, Herbology, Blood Typing, Hair Analysis, Ion Cleansing, Reflexology, Reiki, and Qi-Cultivation classes. When people have been everywhere else and are still sick, they come visit us. See ad, page 39.

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Dr. Darin Mazepa, DC 134 Main Street, Emmaus, PA 18049 610-965-0023 www.thevitalitycenter.com

Gentle care without cracking, popping or twisting since 1994. Dr. Mazepa is advanced-level certified in Network Care, a re-organizational healing method based in chiropractic. Conquer “feeling stuck”, resolve pain, increase mobility, heal emotional wounds, release stress. See ad, page 13.

Parent Educator, Parenting Coach and Area Director of RCB of the Lehigh Valley offering parenting workshops, talks, one-on-one coaching, instructor training and a 5-week course designed to transform and empower families to raise confident, responsible, self-motivated children from toddlers to teens. See ad, page 33.

NUTRITIONAL TECHNOLOGIES

Offering Acupuncture, Bodywork, Qigong and Yoga. Qigong practice takes many forms: movement, sitting meditation, breathwork, regulating mental focus and emotions, visualizations, mundras and mantras, martial arts, and proper use of food choices and and herbal supplements. Are you ready to change? See ad, page 42.

Nicholas Theodorou ND 5 Stonecroft Drive Easton, PA 18045 610-258-1894 Nutritek.net

Naturopathic medicine supports and promotes the body’s natural healing process, leading to a person’s highest state of wellness

TRIUNITY HOLISTIC CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Kell Morton 732 North 19th St. Allentown, PA 19104 610-432-4373 www.networkon19th.com

Discover the emotional, mental, and spiritual success strategies that underlie wellness… so you can create true well being for life. This gentle, evidence-based approach can teach you the skills you need to overcome the stress and challenges we all face today. See ad, page 21

NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING NUTRITIONAL NEEDS

628 Twin Ponds Rd., West Lehigh Valley 610.395.3355 www.twinpondscenter.com

Let our world class practitioners help you relieve stress, renew your overall health and achieve more in your life. Our services are appropriate for people of all ages. Call today for more information or to register for a class, workshop or retreat. See ad, page 13.

Tired of treating your symptoms? Looking for answers? Come to the Well of Life Center for Natural Health. Proverbs 10:11.

UNERGI

Ute Arnold Point Pleasant PA 215-297-8006 www.unergi.com

Unergi Body-Psychotherapy private sessions combine touch, talk and movement to heal psychological and physical dis-ease and trauma. In Unergi workshops, Ute integrates this with creativity and the healing forces of nature. Unergi BodyPsychotherapy is a Self-Healing Journey with Body, Art & Nature.

CLEAN SOLAR ENERGY

PAT SULLIVAN MS RD LDN

As an independent ecopreneur for Citizenre, we pay for, install and maintain the solar panel system. You pay a flat monthly rent, guaranteed for 10 years.

Let me help you find the balance your body needs to thrive by overcoming nutritional deficiencies.

Proper nutrition can literally save your life. Preventive maintenance begins with proper nutrition.

Nutrition Counseling 6083 Hamilton Blvd.

Wescosville, PA 18106 610-597-1512 rdwebsite.com

Stay on track with your health goals.

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WELL OF LIFE CENTER FOR NATURAL HEALTH Cynthia Hofmann,CN,LMT, NRT, NTP Anthony S.Blasco, Jr.,DC,NRT Tiffany Guerreiro, NRT, NTP 3172 Route 212, Springtown, PA18081 610-346-9080 • welloflifecenter.com

PSYCHOTHERAPY

Michele Varley Certified Nutritional Counselor 105 Broadway, Jim Thorpe PA 570-325-2277

TWIN PONDS INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CENTER

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Redirecting Children’s Behavior of the Lehigh Valley www.LehighValleyRCB.com 484-201-4962 sdougherty@lehighvalleyrcb.com

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PARENTING SERVICES Shel Dougherty, CPE, CPC

INTEGRATIVE NUTRITION

Gale Maleskey, MS, RD Licensed Wellness Coach 610-554-9406 • galemaleskey.com

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Live your dream of sane, healthy living! Let me help you develop and implement a Wellness Vision that includes great nutrition, physical activity, peace and enjoyment.

Whatever your health concerns, I can help you to make the most of beneficial diet and lifestyle changes.

SOLAR ENERGY Larry Namm 484-225-0465 cleansolarenergy.info

STUCTURAL INTEGRATION ANDREI KAZLOUSKI NCTMB Whitehall, PA 18052 484-695-8265 www.rolfway.com

ROLF METHOD OF STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION - highly effective hands-on approach for improving posture, alleviating chronic pain, increasing energy level, and enhancing flexibility through restoring your body to its natural state of alignment. Enjoy moving freely again! Certified Structural Integrator SM and Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, eight years of experience. See ad page 39.

VETERINARY CANINE REHABILITATION Pamela J. Mueller, PhD DVM 3247 B Wimmer Road Bethlehem, PA 10820 610-865-4348 www.AnimalTherapyCenter.com

Dr. Mueller is a veterinarian with advanced training in exercise physiology and canine rehabilitation. We welcome dogs with neurologic problems, sports injuries and following surgery.

Aquatic exercise can rejuvenate geriatric pets and condition competition companions. See ad, page 44.

VETERINARY ACUPUNCTURE

521 E 4th St., 3rd Floor (above Cantelmi’s Hardware) Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-867-YOGA (9642) www.theyogaloftofbethlehem.com

Kula Heart Yoga

2 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 610-746-5852 www.kulaheartyoga.com

The Yoga Loft offers quality yoga instruction for students of all levels in a variety of styles. We also offer workshops and other special events, Certified Yoga Teacher Training, Belly dance, Tai Chi, Kids Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, Hooping, and Mat Pilates.

See ad, page 47.

“Kula” means c o m m u n i t y, family, likeh e a r t e d .

Diverse classes from beginners to advanced, with certified/registered yoga teachers. Ongoing Workshops, Community Events and Free Classes.

Specialty classes such as Anusara Inspired yoga, Therapeutic, Kundalini, Belly Dancing, Family Programs. Summer Free First Class Special for first time students. KinderCare available (Pre-registration required). See ad page 48.

ANIMAL THERAPY CENTER Danielle Dulin MVB,CVA 3247 B Wimmer Rd. Bethlehem, PA 18020 610-865-4348 AnimalTherapyCenter.com

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Dr. Dulin is a veterinarian certified in medical acupuncture for animals. Acupuncture has been used in humans and animals for over 4000 years and is a good adjunctive therapy to western treatment plans to increase overall vitality and energy and produce profound changes on physical and emotional levels. See ad, page 44.

VETERINARY PHYSICAL THERAPY ANIMAL THERAPY CENTER Beth Kenny M.P.T 3247 B Wimmer Rd. Bethlehem, PA 18020 610-865-4348

AWAKENING A physical therapist with 17 years experience, including special CONSCIOUSNESS education in canine anatomy and conditions for the past 10 years. Utilize many of the same Find bold rehabilitative techniques and therapies used for years with hunew visions mans to help your animal comfor a world at panion recover from injury, surfor a gery, or to peace improveand theirtips quality of life in the golden years. See ad, page 44.

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