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THE BOUNTY OF FARMERS MARKETS
Buying Local Boosts Health, the Economy and the Planet
by Sandra Yeyati
Throughout the nation, an estimated 8,000 farmers markets offer some of the freshest food available anywhere. Often open on weekend mornings or select weeknights, these nutritional meccas allow local farmers to sell their fruits, vegetables, eggs, meat and dairy directly to consumers, thereby providing an attractive business channel for them. “If you buy direct from a farmer, 97 cents of every dollar goes home with the farmer, whereas if you buy from a traditional grocery store, only 17 cents makes its way back to that farmer,” says Janie Maxwell, executive director of the Illinois Farmers Market Association.
Dollars spent at farmers markets boost local economies. “When farmers make money, they buy seeds at their local co-op or purchase tools from a nearby hardware store, which infuses economic capital into rural communities,” says Katie Myhre, technology research manager at the Farmers Market Coalition. “If we can focus on
growing the capacity of our farms within our region and building consumer habits around what we can grow locally, that’s going to help our region become more resilient.”
This type of localized commerce offers environmental benefits, too. Produce from a local source carries a much smaller carbon footprint than one that travelled halfway across the country. “Farmers markets are uniquely positioned to encourage environmentally responsible farming by providing a solid economic platform to climate-positive farmers that are taking care of land and water quality,” Myhre asserts.
According to a study commissioned by the U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance, 72 percent of consumers know “nothing” or
“very little” about farming or ranching. Farmers markets facilitate ongoing dialogues between growers and consumers, serving as valuable educational sites. “Getting to know your farmer offers you an opportunity to ask questions directly to the person growing the product and make a choice accordingly, whereas when you go into grocery stores, you’re fed a lot of advertising and greenwash labeling with terms that you don’t understand,” Myhre says, adding, “While many small farmers decide not to go through the costly United
States Department of Agriculture organic certification process, their farming practices are often just as clean or even more so, and at a farmers market, consumers are able to look the farmer in the eye and learn about their growing methods.”
Maxwell appreciates the opportunity to make an educated choice. “As a consumer, you have to decide what is your highest value. For me, the most compelling reason to shop at a farmers market is the peak, in-season, quality of the food, the incredible taste and nutrition that you get because it was freshly harvested and didn’t have to be transported over long distances. The number of people that touch your food is significantly lower at a farmers market, so there’s less opportunity for it to be mishandled or cross-contaminated. It carries the name of the producer on it. This is their life’s work, and their reputation is on that label. I sense that there’s a real desire to ensure great quality and safety.”
Regularly buying fresh food from a farmers market allows families to get into the habit of eating in season. “Cooking seasonally allows you the opportunity to capture the incredible flavor profiles of what’s fresh. It has just been picked and tastes incredible—very different from the flavors you get from grocery store products that were produced someplace else, maybe even weeks or months ago,” Maxwell explains.
Myhre concurs: “If we can build our habits, cooking preferences and skills around those seasonal rhythms, that’s a really beautiful benefit. It’s awesome for me to know that these herbs were harvested yesterday. There’s also a wide diversity of products. You’re not going to see 12 varieties of squash at your big-box grocery store. I’m always surprised by what I see, and it’s a really fun experience as somebody who loves food. Taking home really great-tasting products that were produced with so much care is a central benefit.”
For many, the farmers market is a community gathering. In addition to local growers, they often include cottage food vendors offering homemade jams and jellies, baked goods, sauces, preserved and pickled items and other delicious foods, as well as arts and crafts vendors and musical entertainment. “The wonderful thing about the farmers market is that it leads with joy,” Myhre says. “It’s fun. You don’t invite friends to the grocery store, but you might meet your friends for coffee at the farmers market.”
Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer and editor. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.
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FRIDAY, MARCH4
Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo – 3/4-6; Fri. 5-9pm, Sat. 10am-7pm, Sun. 10am5pm. Expo features over 100 unique metaphysical healers, psychic readers, crystals, shopping, henna tattoo, organic herbs, candles, natural gifts, essential oils, angel readings, bath product, skin care, aura photography, clothing and so much more. Free to attend. New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center, 97 Sunfield Ave, Edison. For information, call 732-417-1400 and visit HeartOfOnenessHolisticExpo.com.
TUESDAY, MARCH 8
Change Your Life with Hypnosis – 7-9pm. Barry Wolfson leads two one-hour sessions. Take either or both for tools to help you change your life for the better. Stop Smoking with Hypnosis – 7-8pm. Eliminate the craving for tobacco while minimizing discomfort. Lose Weight with Hypnosis – 8-9pm. Shed unwanted pounds and keep them off in a safe, effective program. $60 each session. Columbia High School, 17 Parker Av., Maplewood. For more information, contact Barry at 973-378-7620 or 908-303-7767, or barry@hypnosiscounselingcenter.com. HypnosisCounselingCenter.com.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH9
Advanced Soul Shamanism Monthly Class
– 7-9:15pm. Join us for a great night of profound experiences. For all graduates of Soul Shamanism 101 and further Soul Shamanism classes. Experience new energy levels, wisdom, knowledge, healing, tools, and practices within this practice. Each class moves you into your life as a soul and personality together as one. Even if you have taken advanced classes, this class is important to practice further as more refined advanced basics are taught. $60. Be The Medicine (Online In-PersonSessions-Classes-Retreats), 247 North Road, Chester. For information, call 973647-2500, email Janet@BeTheMedicine.com or visit BeTheMedicine.com.
THURSDAY, MARCH 10
Breathwork Workshop – 6-7pm. Breathwork is a healing experience used to calm the mind, to feel more present in the body, heal negative emotions, release stagnant energy, and relieve anxiety and stress. During this workshop you will be introduced to the idea of the active breathing technique which includes belly & chest exhale breathing. $50. Niyama Yoga Shalas, 161 Eagle Rock Ave., Ste. 201, Roseland. For information call 973-500-2939 or email niyamayogastudio@gmail.com. NiyamaYogaShala.com.
FRIDAY, MARCH 11
Numerology and Crystals Zoom Class – 7-8:30pm. Join Sue and Leslie for a fun class via Zoom! Learn how to calculate your own numerology and what crystals work best for you! $33.Register at EventBrite. com/e/206824797537. Blossoming into Light, 31 Fairmount Ave Suite 105, Chester. 862-222-4268. BlossomingIntoLightChester.com.
MONDAY, MARCH 14
Singing Bowl Meditation – Mondays in Mar.; 3/14, 3/21, 3/28; 7pm.Get your Zen on while receiving the healing benefits of sound therapy! Excellent for supporting healing of the body, mind, and spirit. $10 donation. Ayni Healing Arts Center, 9 Moran St., Newton. For information or to RSVP, call 862-268-3213 or email aynihealingartscenter@gmail.com. AyniHealingArtsCenter.com/Events.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16
John Oates with Guthrie Trapp: An Evening
of Songs & Stories – 7:30-10:30pm. Sit back and experience a once-in-a-lifetime, intimate musical performance by John Oates and Nashville Super Guitarist Guthrie Trapp. The two will share an eclectic blend of blues-folk and mega-hits from the Colonial’s stage enhanced by glimpses behind-the-scenes from their fascinating musical lives. The Colonial Theatre, 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville, PA. 610-9171228. thecolonialtheatre.com/events/livemusic/john-oates-with-guthrie-trapp-anevening-of-songs-stories.
SATURDAY, MARCH 19
Spring Equinox Sound Bath & Gong Bath –
6pm. Come experience the magic of Tibetan bowls, crystal bowls, gone and many other sacred instruments with the Niyama Tribe. $55. Niyama Yoga Shalas, 161 Eagle Rock Ave., Ste. 201, Roseland. For information call 973-500-2939 or email niyamayogastudio@ gmail.com. NiyamaYogaShala.com.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23
New Year, New You ‘22 – 6-7pm. 4th Wed. Let’s get together in a group session setting, the last Wednesday of every month to focus on making 2022 your best year yet. We will focus on all attributes of life to create positive and life-affirming changes. If you are interested in becoming a client of mine, you could attend these monthly events free of charge. . $49 per person/each session. Health Yeah with Michelle, 243 N. Union St., Ste 201, Lambertville. 973-420-9220. HealthYeahWithMichelle.com.
FRIDAY, MARCH 25
Spring Has Sprung Sale – Fri. 11am-8pm, Sat-Sun 10am-6pm; 3/25-27. Celebrate Spring with us as we clear our inventory in preparation for new Springtime products to come in! Wellness and Spiritual Items on sale all weekend! Free to attend. Ayni Healing Arts Center, 9 Moran St., Newton. For information, contact 862-268-3213 or aynihealingartscenter@gmail.com. AyniHealingArtsCenter.com/Events. Intuition and Essential Oils – 7-8:30pm; ZOOM. learn about essential oils to enhance your intuitive abilities. We have been teaching intuitive development classes for over 10 years and have incorporated essential oils into the work. The class is meant to be informative, fun and includes a guided meditation. Class without essential oils $15/class; with essential oils $30/class (comes with two samples). Register at: EventBrite.com/e/intuition-and-essentialoils-zoom-class-tickets-269059031807. If you select with essential oils, please email info@blossomingintolight-chester.com with your mailing address. Blossoming into Light, 31 Fairmount Ave Suite 105, Chester. 862222-4268. BlossomingIntoLight-Chester. com. .
MONDAY, MARCH 28
Reiki 1 Energy Medicine Certificate – 3/284/11; 7-9:15pm; ZOOM. Learn to Heal you and others with this ancient practice used in hospitals and medical procedures. Class is offered alone, and continues into Reiki 2, if you like. Receive sets of attunements to the Reiki 1 Universal energy, which awakens healing in you and the ability to channel to others. Perfect class for yoga teachers, psychologists, parents, caregivers, to help self and help others…everyone. Reiki 1 $295. prepaid by 3/18; $325.after. Receive ebook with sign-up and Zoom recordings of each class. For information, call 973-647-2500, email Janet@BeTheMedicine.com or visit BeTheMedicine.com.
Change Your Life with Hypnosis – 6:309:15pm. Barry Wolfson leads three one-hour
sessions. Take any or all for tools to help you change your life for the better. Stop Smoking with Hypnosis – 6:30-7:30pm. Eliminate the craving for tobacco while minimizing discomfort. Lose Weight with Hypnosis – 7:30-8:30pm. Shed unwanted pounds and keep them off in a safe, effective program. Better Sleep with Hypnosis – 8:30-9:15pm. Imagine leaving life’s cares and worries behind at the end of each day. $60 each session. Parsippany Hills High School, 24 Rita Dr. Parsippany. For more information, contact Barry at 862-762-2599 or 908-303-7767, or barry@hypnosiscounselingcenter.com. HypnosisCounselingCenter.com.
TUESDAY, MARCH 29
Change Your Life with Hypnosis – 6:309:15pm. Barry Wolfson leads three one-hour sessions. Take any or all for tools to help you change your life for the better. Stop Smoking with Hypnosis – 6:30-7:30pm. Eliminate the craving for tobacco while minimizing discomfort. Lose Weight with Hypnosis – 7:30-8:30pm. Shed unwanted pounds and keep them off in a safe, effective program. Better Sleep with Hypnosis – 8:30-9:15pm. Imagine leaving life’s cares and worries behind at the end of each day. $60 each session. Haddonfield High School, 401 King’s Hwy. Haddonfield. For more information, contact Barry at 856-428-4433 or 908-3037767, or barry@hypnosiscounselingcenter. com. HypnosisCounselingCenter.com.
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TUESDAY, APRIL 11
Advanced Reiki 2 Certificate Training – 4/11-5/9; 7-9:15pm; ZOOM. Learn profound ways to heal at a distance. A magical blend of Reiki attunements, teachings, and practice for self-healing and healing others to assist you in building your immunity, staying well, energized, and learning to send healing energy to someone in the next room or across the world. Daily practices for healing self and others. For people new to Reiki 2 and energy healing and advanced teachings and practice for those who have taken Reiki 2 before. Everyone receives deep personal healing. $425/450. For information, call 973-6472500, email Janet@BeTheMedicine.com or visit BeTheMedicine.com.
ongoing
daily
Qi Gong for Beginner Series – Times and days vary. Four 1-hour classes. Begin the gentle movements of a Qi Gong Tai Chi journey featuring Patty Pagano live online. First 1-hour class is Free! Check schedule or register at https://forms.gle/k2kcv9tVJ6X1QfpD8. For information contact Patty at 908-392-
sunday
Mastering Mindfulness with Amy Arvary
– Sundays; 2/6-4/10; 7-8pm, ZOOM. It’s Not Therapy, It’s Empowerment! Mastering Mindfulness is a series of weekly small-group live Zoom sessions on Sunday evenings designed to provide an immediate sense of relief, clarity and purpose. $50. Sign up now at AmyArvary.com/MasteringMindfulness.
monday
Singing Bowl Meditation – Mondays in Mar.; 3/14, 3/21, 3/28; 7pm.Get your Zen on while receiving the healing benefits of sound therapy! Excellent for supporting healing of the body, mind, and spirit. $10 donation. Ayni Healing Arts Center, 9 Moran St., Newton. For information or to RSVP, call 862-268-3213 or email aynihealingartscenter@gmail.com. AyniHealingArtsCenter.com/Events.
TUESDAY
Soul Shamanism 101-Be One with Your Soul
– 2/8-3/8; 7-9:30pm ET; ZOOM. Initiations and Training. This class offers a profound experience and practice that is life changing. Discover your inner space of peace, wisdom, and divine connection. Knowing who you are as a soul and personality allows you to choose and live more fully each day. Led by Shaman Janet StraightArrow. Be on the lookout for next class. Be The Medicine (Online In-Person-Sessions-Classes-Retreats), 247 North Road, Chester. 973-647-2500. BetheMedicine.com.
wednesday
New Year, New You ‘22 – 6-7pm. 4th Wed. Let’s get together in a group session setting, the last Wednesday of every month to focus on making 2022 your best year yet. We will focus on all attributes of life to create positive and life-affirming changes. If you are interested in becoming a client of mine, you could attend these monthly events free of charge. . $49 per person/each session . Health Yea with Michelle, 243 N. Union St., Ste 201, Lambertville. 973-420-9220. healthyeahwithmichelle.com.
Open to Love: Transform Your Love Life
in 12 Weeks – Wednesdays; 2/2-4/20; 7pm. Discover the secrets imbedded in magic, feng shui, law of attraction, shadow work, shamanic practices and more to help you transform your love life! $897. Monthly payment plans available. Ayni Healing Arts Center, 9 Moran St., Newton. For information or to RSVP, call 862-268-3213 or email aynihealingartscenter@gmail.com. AyniHealingArtsCenter.com/Events.
Spiritual / Intuitive Development
(Beginners) – 7-8:30pm. This circle is designed to assist your spiritual growth and develop your psychic/mediumship abilities. $25 registration; $15 per class. Inner Soul Wellness LLC, 3108 Rt. 10 west, Denville. 973-747-9404. InnerSoulWellness.com.
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METAPHYSICAL SHOP
OFFERINGS: A unique gift shop for the mind, body and soul. Check out our collection of angels, candles, cards, crystals, crystal soaps, jewelry, sage, salt lamps, solar wind chimes, tea, t-shirts, tumbled stones and more. Card readings, classes and workshops available. Metaphysical & Spiritual Bliss, 19A Old Highway 22, Clinton. 908-268-8029. FB Metaphysical & Spiritual Bliss. Instagram @cmatsen11
PHOTOGRAPHER SERVICES
NEED PICTURES?: NJ Photographer specializing in portraits, still life, real estate, editorial, small events & more, available for booking. Contact 908887-2637 or andreamarinescu@optonline.net for details + pricing. Thank you! Instagram @unbrokenbeauty_ photography
LOCATION FOR RENT: Prime 1360 sq. ft. location in the heart of Fanwood. Perfect for a Salon, (water already set for stations), Yoga, medical, many options and flexibility. Stable ownership for over 20 years. Give us a call at 973-761-0681 or text us with your questions. If you prefer e-mail us at enchants1@verizon.net.
SPACE FOR RENT
Advanced Soul Shamanism Bi-Weekly
Class – 7-9:15pm. 2nd & 4th Wed, ZOOM. Join us for a great night of profound experiences. For all graduates of Soul Shamanism 101 and other Soul Shamanism classes. Experience new energy levels, wisdom, knowledge, healing, tools, and practices within this practice Zoom link is provided upon signing up. $60. Be The Medicine (Online In-Person-SessionsClasses-Retreats), 247 North Rd., Chester. 973-647-2500. BeTheMedicine.com.
THURSDAY
Holistic Dentistry: Materials Reactivity
Testing – 8am-4pm. Learn about and discuss Materials Reactivity Testing with the expert holistic dentists at Princeton Center for Dental Aesthetics and Implants. Biocompatibility testing can be a good way to learn what dental materials may be best suited to your oral health needs. This free consultation has a $152 value. It’s your opportunity to benefit from the decades of experience we offer all of our patients. For patients who so choose, we can arrange the testing process. Free. Princeton Center for Dental Aesthetics & Implants, 11 Chambers Street, Princeton. 609-924-1414. PrincetonDentist.com/ holistic-dentistry. Community Night – 6-8pm. Stop in on Thursday evenings. Leslie and Sue will be available to share about our offerings and classes, and you can shop for crystals, energetic sprays and some beautiful Himalayan Salt Lamps. Blossoming into Light, 31 Fairmount Ave Suite 105, Chester. 862-222-4268. BlossomingIntoLightChester.com.
Qigong –7-8pm. In person or Zoom. Qigong is a way to create balance, harmony and wellbeing. Join Sal each week in-person (limited space for in-person) or via Zoom. $35 per class. To RSVP, text/call Sue at 862-2224268 or info@blossomingintolight-chester. com. BlossomingIntoLight-Chester.com. $35. Blossoming into Light, 31 Fairmount Ave Suite 105, Chester. 862-222-4268. BlossomingIntoLight-Chester.com.
Self Awareness is the Key to Ascension –
3rd Thurs.; 7-9pm; In person or Zoom. This interactive workshop carries the intention of assisting participants in their personal evolutionary process. Each workshop includes Healing Meditations, Ascension Techniques and Soul Psychology. Facilitated by Debbie Carcuffe. $25. Portal of Healing, 50 Main St., Top Flr., Chester. For information, visit PortalOfHealing.com. Intuitive Development Circle – 2nd & 4th Thurs; 7-9pm. On-going interactive workshop series, Maureen will guide you in building your intuitive muscle. Each week focuses on different techniques and development lessons. All levels welcome! $15. Portal of Healing, 50 Main St., Top Flr., Chester. For information, visit PortalOfHealing.com.
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Acupuncture
Dr. Andy Rosenfarb, ND, LAc
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine; Board Certified in Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine 332 South Ave East, Westfield 908-928-0060 • AcuVisionTherapy.com Dr. Rosenfarb is world renowned in the field of holistic eye health. He is passionate about helping people with degenerative eye diseases. Learn of his astounding work in this area— call now to qualify for your free copy of his groundbreaking book, Recover Your Vision. Additional specialties include glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa and diabetic retinopathy. See ad, pages 22.
Modern Acupuncture – Florham Park
Joan Arata 176 Columbia Turnpike, Florham Park 973-457-4467 ModAcu.com/nj001
Modern Acupuncture is revitalizing the ancient practice of acupuncture with enhanced full-body treatments using tiny needles (smaller than human hair) to access distinct points to help restore the body’s balance, alleviate pain, reduce stress, promote relaxation and/or improve overall well-being. See ad, page 47.
Bedding - Organic
Hibernate Bedding
80 Morristown Rd, Bernardsville 908-766-5450 HibernateBedding.com
Exclusive collection of Organic and Chemical Free mattresses and accessories. Over 30 years family experience. Come see how easy it is to shop for a mattress. Free delivery, free set up, free removal. See ad, page 2.
Coaching
Law Of Attraction Life Coach
David Scott Bartky, CLOALC 973-444-7301 David@LifeCoachDavid.com LifeCoachDavid.com
David is a certified and experienced Law of Attraction life coach. His clients all have great success because he teaches them powerful processes and techniques so they can attract what they want, instead of what they don’t want in all areas of life (both materialistically and emotionally). The Law of Attraction is always responding to you, so if you’re ready to say “Yes!” to attracting what you want, and/or improving your life in some way, contact David today. Coaching sessions are held over the phone and the first session is always free.
Bakery/Specialty
Starseed Bakery
Linda Beg 100 Hibernia Avenue, Rockaway 973-957-0500 StarseedBakery@gmail.com StarseedBakery.com
100% gluten-, dairy-, soy- and GMO-free retail and wholesale bakery. Available products: artisan breads, custom cakes, pies, cookies, desserts, seasonal, vegan, Paleo, natural sugars, nutfree. See ad, 39. “The goal of many leaders is to get people to think more highly of the leader. The goal of a great leader is to help people to think more highly of themselves.” - J. Carla Nortcutt
Living Waters Wellness Center
Ann Ochs • Colon Hydrotherapist I-ACT Certified, Advanced Level Certified National Board for Colon Therapy, Body Ecology Diet Certified 26 Elm St, Morristown 973-998-6550 • ColonHealthNJ.com AnnLivingWaters@aol.com
Ann Ochs has more than 20 years experience as a colon hydrotherapist. She holds an advanced certification from the International Association of Colon Therapists (I-ACT), is certified by the National Board for Colon Hydrotherapy, and is a certified body ecologist. Living Waters offers the Angel of Water®, an advanced colon hydrotherapy system, designed to offer the ultimate in privacy and dignity. Call today Cosmetics – Organic. See ad, page 26
Enzyme Nutrition
Next Level Healing Of NJ, Inc.
Susan Richter, RN, Nutritionist, CCH, LDHS Denville • 973-586-0626 NextLevelHealing.com
Enzyme nutrition is rapidly becoming a sought after therapy for the underlying digestive issues related to autism, autoimmune diseases, chronic pain, skin problems, mood disorders, bowel issues and allergies. The system of analysis is scientific, non-invasive, and based on anatomy and physiology. The methods of correction are foodbased, drug-free, and have no side effects. Regardless of age or diagnosis, correcting digestion, supporting the immune system, and following guidelines for healthy choices are the backbone of Susan’s successful private practice of 36 years. If you are looking for a gentle approach to healing, call her.
Eye/Vision Health
Dr. Andy Rosenfarb, ND, LAc,
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine; Board Certified in Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine 332 South Ave East, Westfield 908-928-0060 • AcuVisionTherapy.com Dr. Rosenfarb is world renowned in the field of holistic eye health. He is passionate about helping people with degenerative eye diseases. Learn of his astounding work in this area— call now to qualify for your free copy of his groundbreaking book, Recover Your Vision. Additional specialties include glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa and diabetic retinopathy. See ad, pages 22.
Zen Float Center
Sharon Decker 219 Park Ave, Scotch Plains 908-490-0005 zenfloat219@gmail.com ZenFloatCenter219.com
Float Your Way to Healing and Relaxation. A Unique, Safe, and Healthy way to Relax and Meditate.
Healing Arts
Ayni Healing Arts Center
Rev. Denise and Joshua Zoppi 9 Moran St., Newton Call or Text: 862-268-3213 AyniHealingArtsCenter.com
Services include: Wellness Gift Store, Massage, Holistic Treatments, Psychic Readings, Life Coaching, Mediumship, Past Life, Sound Therapy, Reiki, Shamanic Healing, Aromatherapy, Personal Growth and Development Classes, Teaching Programs, Ministerial Services, Workshops, Retreats, Events See ad, page 14.
Holistic Dental Center
Vladimir Gashinsky, DDS
91 Millburn Avenue, Millburn 973-457-4688 HolisticDentalCenterNJ.com
Holistic dental care that is good for the body as well as teeth and gums. By treating the cause, not just the symptoms, Dr. Gashinsky helps improve his patients’ quality of life through dental care that respects and honors the body. See ads, pages 3, 19.
Holistic Healing Services
Heartmath+
Linda Sercarz Certified Heartmath Coach Serving North Jersey & surrounding area 973-714-8650 • Sercarz@aol.com
Heartmath+ consists of simple heart-focused, sciencebased meditations. The techniques are designed to change the way your body responds to stress by learning to self-regulate. They create more resilience, coherence, clarity (even in stressful situations), and the capacity to self-regulate. Heartmath+. 327 US - 202, Bedminster 973-782-3227 info@quantumwellnessnj.com QuantumWellnessNJ.com Experience perfect relaxation at our premier spa and wellness center. Modalities include therapeutic massage, acupressure, reiki, cryotherapy and infrared saunas, yoga, floation therapy, workshops and more. See ad, page 7.
Hypnosis
Morris Hypnosis Center
Linda West, BA, ACH 55 Madison Ave, Morristown 973-506-9654 MorrisHypnosisCenter.com
Advanced Clinical Hypnosis using an interactive, personalized technique; based on a lengthy interview at first session and dialogues at following sessions. Specializing in weight, stress, smoking, chronic pain, releasing the past, performance, obsessive thoughts, substance use, sleep, fears, confidence and attention issues. If you have constraints that you can’t seem to break through, hypnosis can free you and put you back in charge. Come for a free consultation to learn how you can reframe your past and design your future.
Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy
Hypnosis Counseling Center
Barry Wolfson 28 Mine St, Flemington 43 Tamarack Circle, Princeton 908-303-7767 HypnosisCounselingCenter.com Over 35 years of experience. We offer traditional counseling methods and the art of hypnotherapy in private and group settings, in person or virtual, for weight loss, stress, smoking, confidence building, phobias, insomnia, test taking, sports improvement, public speaking, and more. See ad, page 13.
“The important thing is this: to be able at any moment to sacrifice what we are for what we could become.” - Charles Du Bos
Kamel Yassin 29 Route 23 South, Wayne 973-837-8337 973-725-4801 / cell kamel.yassin@yahoo.com GreenLifeMarket.com New location in Wayne, NJ next to the Willowbrook mall now open. Green Life Market is your next-level for a healthy Lifestyle. We are the source for quality Health foods that fits many diets and Vitamins and Supplements. Our Juice and Smoothie bar features 100% Organic fruits, Vegetables, plant based proteins and much more. Our full Service Deli features fresh made foods every day. In our Grab’N’Go section in all of our stores have lots of delicious foods from wraps, salads, raw foods and even prepared dinner entries. Green Life market is like no other store. See ad, page 48.
Meditation
Summit Transcendental Meditation Program
Randy Mackenzie and Alice Brickman 12 Bank St. Suite 104, Summit 908-522-0820 summit@tm.org TM.org/Summit The Transcendental Meditation Technique™ as taught by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi is a uniquely different meditation that easily provides a deep state of rest that enhances brain functioning and eliminates accumulated stress and fatigue. This scientifically proven tool practiced twice a day for 20 minutes, improves mental, physical and emotional health in a spontaneous manner. Personal and virtual instruction with a lifetime of follow up. See ad, page 8.
Psychotherapy
Leslie Karen Lobell, MA, LPC
Pompton Plains (Rte 23) and Montclair 908-577-0053 • Leslie@LeslieLobell. com LeslieLobell.com
Do you suffer from anxiety or stress? Want to lose weight, stop smoking, gain selfconfidence or change a habit? Need support and guidance through a life or career transition? Are you ready to achieve your goals, pursue your dreams and actualize your potential? You CAN create the Life You Desire... I can help you MAKE IT HAPPEN! Using proven techniques—Holistic Psychotherapy, Hypnosis, Stress Reduction, Reiki and Dream Interpretation, I help teens & adults create happier, healthier, more peaceful and fulfilling lives. See ad, page 45
Cathy Ludwig, Ed.S., LPC
109 Main St., Suite 1B, Succasunna 201-738-8311 • ludcat@optimum.net CathyLudwig.com
Do you want to make peace with your past? Self-acceptance and clarity are yours when you determine how the past is influencing the present and when you make conscious choices about the future. As a licensed psychotherapist, Cathy helps you experience healing in all areas of your life. Using the powerful and effective treatments of Past Life Regression Therapy or Hypnotherapy alone or in combination with talk therapy, Cathy helps you develop your full potential, resolve conflict and have more compassion for yourself and others. Call to discuss which treatment option will work best for you. See ad, page 23.
Sound Therapy
Ruth Ratliff, Voice/Vibrational Sound Therapist
426 Mount Hermon Rd., Blairstown 908-399-2076 • ruthratliff59@gmail.com RuthRatliff.com
“The medicine of the future will be music and sound.” Edgar Cayce - Harness the power of sound therapy to access a state of serenity, health and well-being. Transform your life and how you live it. Certified/ Licensed Vibrational Sound Therapist offering in-person and virtual sound therapy sessions for individuals and groups.
Spiritual Healing, Teaching
Be The Medicine
Janet StraightArrow 973-647-2500 Janet@BeTheMedicine.com BeTheMedicine.com
Shamanic Healing, Energy Medicine, Past Life, Medical Intuition, Life, Health, Spiritual Coaching, Astrology Readings, House and Land Clearings. In person, phone or Skype. Professional Reiki, Shamanism, and Medical Intuitive Training. Retreats. 40 years’ experience. See ad, page 9.
Lisa’s Thermography and Wellness
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Look for clues in the articles in this month’s edition
Across
1 Popular plant-based foods, 2 words 8 Spiritual advisers 9 Produced without using chemicals in the food 11 Used before a vowel 12 Brain child 14 Calming discipline 15 Scottish cap 17 Up on the latest trends 18 Vex 19 Display of information 22 Innovative 23 Mountain cabin 24 Break out 25 Cleansing substance 26 Possess 27 ___ out: extreme exhaustion from too much stress 28 Football score 29 Shine 30 Insult, in slang
Down
1 First global exchange traded fund of plant-based companies 2 Spice used in cooking for flavor enhancement, 2 words 3 Problem to be resolved 4 Online diary 5 Indian rhythms 6 Seemingly forever 7 Marked by friendly companionship with others 10 “___ luck?” 13 A long way off 15 Fair ____: an equitable way of doing business with suppliers 16 The root structure of mushrooms: an infinite self-replenishing food source 18 One remedy for stress and burn-out 20 Non-dairy milk 21 Give ____: show gratitude 27 Degree, abbr. You can find the answers to this month’s puzzle by visiting NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com
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