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MARCH 2016 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.

18 THERAPIES TO

HELP PARENTS HEAL AFTER THE LOSS OF A CHILD

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20 TASTE THE RAINBOW Expand Your Palate with New Colorful Veggies by Judith Fertig

22 A HEALING MINDSET FOR CURING WHAT AILS YOU By Douglas J. Pucci, D.C.

24 MEATY TRUTHS Choosing Meat Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sustainable and Safe

by Melinda Hemmelgarn

30 KEAN UNIVERSITY

VOLUNTEERS CULTIVATE INNER-CITY GARDENS AND COMMUNITY PRIDE

32 LABORS OF LOVE Local Farms Sustain Our Communities By Julie Grodsky

38 ROLLING FOR FITNESS DIY Rollers Ease Pain and Aid Flexibility

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f you’ve ever eaten sprouts or wheat grass, you are experiencing part of the legacy of the late Dr. Ann Wigmore, teacher, healer, and author of numerous books and articles on the Living Foods Lifestyle®. She promoted the consumption of enzymerich, nutrient-dense foods such as organic, raw, fruits and green juices, sprouts and greens, and sprouted nuts, seeds and grains. One of her most quoted teachings is, “The food you eat can be either the safest and most powerful form of medicine or the slowest form of poison.” Because the long-term effects of food, good or bad, aren’t necessarily immediately apparent, we don’t always recognize the cumulative effect that it has on our health, appearance and mood. (Note our health brief on page 11 that links reduced depression with probiotic use). Years of eating the Modern America Diet (MAD) can easily lead to obesity, diabetes, and cardiac disease. Even eating healthier choices like lean meats and vegetables can have long-term detrimental effects if they are hormone- or pesticide-laden. Unfortunately, a week or two of eating organic won’t change the effects of lifelong habits overnight. But a real lifestyle change will reverse many illnesses and lead to more perfect health — if sustained. Now that our initial commitment to ambitious New Year’s resolutions is wearing thin, it’s time to reaffirm our promises to self. If you’ve been discouraged by the results of January 1st diets or exercise regimes, ask yourself if you want to ingest healthy medicine, or slow poison? Whether you are still eating MADly, or have already incorporated more greens and vegetables into your diet, it’s not hard to make incremental improvements. One of our feature articles, “Taste the Rainbow,” on page 20, will encourage you to put more veggie variety in your meals. We also cover a healthier way to eat meat. Most nutrition experts agree the more veggies the better, but many still allow a place in one’s diet for sustainably raised, hormone- and antibiotic-free meat. We also had the pleasure of highlighting some of our local farms in “Labors of Love” on page 32. Read about Windy Brow, Anythyme, Circle Brook and School Lunch farms and how in addition to serving up healthy produce, they help sustain and integrate with our communities. And don’t miss our Community Profile of Be The Change, a Kean University-based non profit that’s turning vacant lots in Newark into community gardens. Way to go!

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newsbriefs Sixth Annual Community Garden Conference at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum

ix year ago, the Friends of the Frelinghuysen Arboretum and Rutgers Cooperative Extension saw a need to increase the public’s knowledge about New Jersey’s community gardens, develop a database with contact information, explore the best management practices, and to provide educational opportunities for vegetable gardeners. What started as an idea evolved into a full-blown day-long conference for community gardeners. This year, the sixth annual Community Garden Conference will be held on March 5, 9am to 4:30pm, at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, in Morris Township. The keynote speaker is Karen Washington, known as the godmother, the queen, and the grande dame of community gardening. For over 25 years, she has worked tirelessly turning empty lots in the Bronx into productive community gardens. Ms. Washington previously served as board president for the New York City Community Garden Coalition and was on the board of the New York Botanical Garden. She also co-founded the Black Urban Growers, an organization of volunteers committed to building networks and community support for growers in both urban and rural settings. In 2012, Ebony magazine voted her one of their 100 most influential African Americans, and in 2014 she was honored with the James Beard Leadership Award. She has advocated for food, for land, and for social justice for all, and has inspired thousands of residents of New York City — and food and gardening activists throughout the country — to grow and bring healthy food to families, especially in low-income or urban areas. The conference’s educational sessions, all taught by experts, will cover topics such as Growing Great Tomatoes, Beekeeping, Soil Management, Small Space Gardening, Growing Lettuce, and Best Management Practices for Garden Coordinators. Attendees have the chance to earn 5.0 Rutgers Master Gardener CEUs. “It’s a day chock-full of networking opportunities, educational programs, information gathering, and a wonderful way to emphasize the community aspect of Community Gardening,” says Cynthia Triolo, Community Garden Coordinator for the Morris County Park Commission. The commission currently protects and maintains 18,600 acres at 38 distinct sites in Morris County and offers a year-round calendar of events and activities.

Wellness Plus Offers Affordable Dental, Vision, and Holistic Plan

ccording to the Department of Health and Human Services, more than 108 million people in the United States are without dental benefits. Wellness Plus, a health and wellness discount plan, offers dental and vision care services as well as a wide variety of alternative medicine services for a low monthly fee. “The Wellness Plus Plan is a low-cost benefit solution to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses and keep you and your family’s health on track,” says Debra Tucker, CEO of Wellness Plus. “The plan offers member discounts on services such as alternative medicine, acupuncture, chiropractic, hypnotherapy, nutrition counseling, Chinese herbal medicine, massage therapy and many other modalities from trusted practitioners right in their own neighborhoods. More and more patients are finding that alternative medicine has a great deal to offer, especially for treating chronic conditions with which western medicine has little success.” Wellness Plus includes both dental and vision as part of its plan package, Tucker says. Members save on orthodontics, cleanings, exams and many other dental care services through the Aetna Dental Access PPO. The $14.99 monthly fee covers benefits for the entire family. Holistic health practitioners can become participating providers at no cost by calling the Healthways WholeHealth Network at 877-806-8706. For more information, visit WellnessPlusPlan.com or call 877915-9228. See the ad on page 22.

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newsbriefs Holistic Family Expo: Changing Our Communities One Event at a Time

n 2015, Dr. Jodi Dinnerman set out on a mission to connect families with resources for holistic living. The Holistic Family Expo of Morristown, to be held April 24 at the Hyatt in Morristown, fulfills that goal. (There will also be expos in Princeton and the Jersey Shore this year.) The expo offers a day-long opportunity to learn about local, accessible, high-quality options in food, education, healthcare, lifestyle, home care and more. These funfilled, education-based events are professionally coordinated to appeal to the area’s business owners and families. As Dr. Dinnerman explains, “Being a mom and running a holistic home takes effort. It is a huge commitment, and for most of us not a choice (as we know what the options are). After 15 years in practice as a prenatal and pediatric doctor, I have seen it all! Families need resources to know what their options are. My vision with Holistic Family Expo is for the families of our communities to know where to go. One page, one event, one resource. Let’s take the search out of raising families naturally!” Networking opportunities for vendors and sponsors, advertising options, public speaking spots and community building are just a few of the components of Dr. Jodi Dinnerman’s contributions to the community. Tables are still open for the event on April 24. For more information, visit Holisticfamilyexpo.com or call 800-331-5568. See ad on page 2.

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2016 New Jersey Sustainability Summit to be held in June

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Holistic Consciousness of One Hosts Speaker on Constellation Therapy

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n March 8, the Holistic Consciousness of One is proud to host holistic psychotherapist and life coach Douglas Economy, who will speak on a process known as Constellation Therapy, at the Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., 2nd Floor, Chester, from 7 to 8:45pm. For Economy, all forms of genuine healing involve the whole being, meaning that true transformation and healing arise from our true nature, love, which is our divine spirit reality within. Economy’s work can best be described as a combination of psychotherapeutic and spiritual facilitation. The fee is $5 for first-time attendees; return meeting fee is $10. Economy’s primary psychotherapy modalities are Family Constellation Therapy, which he exclusively facilitates in a group setting, and “Accessing Your Essence,” a process that he developed, which uses what Rupert Sheldrake calls a “morphic” or “knowing” field, based on an energetic grid of collective consciousness that permeates all existence. Please RSVP to Sue at 908-879-3937 or email Sue@theartoftheheart-chester.com. For more information, visit Hcoo.org. See ad on page 8.

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The Benefits of Manual Lymphatic Drainage

anual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a type of specialized massage in which light, rhythmical hand movements are used to apply pressure and sequence to the lymphatic system. The primary purpose of this massage is to move fluid from a swollen area (one in which lymphedema exists) into an area where the lymphatic system is working normally. Primary lymphedema is caused by insufficient or weak vessels that have difficulty dealing with their load, leading to swelling in the lower limbs starting with feet and ankles. Secondary lymphedema occurs after damage to the lymphatic system, often after surgery or cancer treatments. Both types of lymphedema can be improved with MLD. Because the lymphatic system plays a huge role in immunity, aids with the removal of waste at the cellular level, and facilitates the transport of nutrients and oxygen to cells, there are many other conditions that benefit from the use of manual lymphatic drainage to keep lymph nodes moving and stimulated. Due to MLD’s ability to move fluids, it not only decongests tissue but also has an analgesic effect on the pain and touch receptors of the central nervous system. The light, repetitive touch of MLD stimulates the touch receptors, whose signals overtake those sent out by the pain receptors of the body.

It is health that is real wealth, and not pieces of gold and silver. ~Mahatma Gandhi

MLD is also safe to use throughout pregnancy, for both mother and child. As long as pre-eclampsia is not an issue, MLD can be used to treat puffy ankles or eyes, and tired or swollen legs. It can also assist in relieving pregnancy-induced carpal tunnel and making it manageable. During the laboring stage of pregnancy, MLD can be used as a calming tool. As a relaxation method, MLD serves as a stress reliever. In an hour’s session, MLD helps patients encounter a meditative state induced by massage and reflexology. Children can also benefit from MLD treatments that boost the immune system and help to relieve constipation. While manual lymphatic drainage massage is safe for most people, it is contraindicated for those suffering from acute inflammation, malignant tumors, thrombosis, major heart conditions and those with a cancer diagnosis. Patients with these conditions should consult their physician before receiving a lymphatic drainage massage. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Nancy or Mercedes at The Peace Within Spa & Wellness Center, 201-988-5767. See the ad on page 24.

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Magnolia Bark Knocks Out Head and Neck Cancer Cells

ead and neck cancers include cancers of the mouth, throat (pharynx and larynx), sinuses and salivary glands. According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology, more than 55,000 Americans are diagnosed with head and neck cancer, and almost 13,000 die from these diseases annually. A study from the University of Alabama and the Birmingham Veterans Affairs Medical Center found that a magnolia herb extract called honokiol may treat these cancers. It tested human cancer cell lines in the laboratory from different parts of the body, including the mouth, larynx, tongue and pharynx. The researchers found that the honokiol extract halted the growth of each of these cancer cells and induced cell death. Lead researcher Dr. Santosh K. Katiyar and his colleagues wrote, “Conclusively, honokiol appears to be an attractive, bioactive, small-molecule phytochemical for the management of head and neck cancer, which can be used either alone or in combination with other available therapeutic drugs.”

Probiotics Reduce Aggressively Negative Thoughts

ecent research from the Netherlands’ Leiden Institute for Brain and Cognition has discovered that negative and aggressive thinking can be changed by supplementing with probiotic bacteria. The tripleblind study followed and tested 40 healthy people over a period of four weeks that were split into two groups; one was given a daily probiotic supplement containing seven species of probiotics and the other, a placebo. The subjects filled out a questionnaire that measured cognitive reactivity and depressed moods using the Leiden Index of Depression Sensitivity, which measures negative and depressed thinking. After four weeks, the probiotic group showed significantly lower scores in aggression, control issues, hopelessness, risk aversion and rumination, compared to the placebo group. “The study demonstrated for the first time that a fourweek, multispecies, probiotic intervention has a positive effect on cognitive reactivity to naturally occurring changes in sad mood in healthy individuals not currently diagnosed with a depressive disorder,” the researchers concluded.

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ating an apple before buying groceries may help consumers make healthier shopping decisions. This was the finding of three studies on healthy food purchasing conducted by Aner Tal, Ph.D., and Brian Wansink, Ph.D. In the research, published in the scientific journal Psychology and Marketing, 120 shoppers were given an apple sample, a cookie sample or nothing before they began shopping. The researchers found those that ate the apple purchased 28 percent more fruits and vegetables than those given the cookie, and 25 percent more fruits and vegetables than those given nothing. A related study by Tal and Wansink investigated virtual shopping decisions. After being given a cookie or an apple, 56 subjects were asked to imagine they were grocery shopping. They were shown 20 pairs of products—one healthy and the other unhealthy—and asked to select the one they would buy. Consistent with the results of the first study, those that ate the apple most often chose the healthy option.

Metal and Mineral Imbalances May Produce Migraines

esearch from Turkey’s Yüzüncü Yil University has concluded that migraines may be linked with higher levels of heavy metals in the blood and deficiencies in important minerals. The research tested 50 people, including 25 diagnosed with migraines and 25 healthy control subjects. None of those tested were taking supplements, smoked, abused alcohol or drugs or had liver or kidney disease or cardiovascular conditions. Blood tests of both groups found that those with frequent migraines had four times the cadmium, more than twice of both the iron and the lead and nearly three times the levels of manganese in their bloodstreams compared to the healthy subjects. In addition, the migraine group had about a third of the magnesium, about 20 times less zinc and almost half the copper levels compared to the healthy group. “In light of our results, it can be said that trace element level disturbances might predispose people to migraine attacks,” the researchers stated. NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com

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ChannelSurfing Couch Potatoes May Lose Cognitive Skills

esearchers from the University of California at San Francisco, working with the Veterans Affairs Medical Center and other research agencies, have found that watching television may affect cognition, specifically as it relates to executive function and processing speeds. The study followed 3,247 people over a 25-year period, beginning in their early adult years. Those that frequently watched television during their early adult years had a 64 percent higher incidence of poor cognitive performance compared to less frequent television watchers. This was after adjusting results for the effects of many other known lifestyle factors that affect cognition such as smoking, alcohol use and body mass index. The effects of television watching worsened when combined with reduced physical activity during young adult years. Those with low physical activity and a high frequency of watching television were twice as likely to have poor cognition compared to those that had low television viewing combined with high physical activity during that period.

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Nixing Monsanto Guatemala Just Says No

The government of Guatemala has repealed legislation dubbed the “Monsanto law”, which was approved last year to grant the biotech giant special expansion rights into ecologically sensitive territory, after widespread public protest. The demonstrations included groups of indigenous Mayan people, joined by social movements, trade unions and farmers’ and women’s organizations. Following political party battles, the Guatemalan Congress decided not to just review the legislation, but instead cancel it outright. The Monsanto law would have given exclusivity on patented seeds to a handful of transnational companies. Mayan people and social organizations claim that the new law would have violated their constitution and the Mayan people’s right to traditional cultivation of the land in their ancestral territories. Lolita Chávez, of the Mayan People’s Council, states, “Corn taught us Mayan people about community life and its diversity, because when one cultivates corn, one realizes that a variety of crops such as herbs and medicinal plants depend on the corn plant, as well.” Source: UpsideDownWorld.org

Food Fight

College Cafeterias Lead the Way in Sustainable Eating Colleges and universities are changing how they purchase and prepare food in their dining halls to provide students healthy, sustainable meal options, with many of them working to source food locally. American University, in Washington, D.C., purchases more than a third of the food served in its cafeterias within 250 miles of its campus. McGill University, in Montreal, spends 47 percent of its food budget on produce from its own campus farm and growers within 300 miles. Middlebury College, in Vermont, partners with seasonal local vendors, including those operating its own organic farm. Taking it a step further, Boston University cafeterias serve meal options that include organic, fair trade, free-range, vegetarian-fed, hormone- and antibiotic-free, sustainably harvested food items to students. Cornell University composts about 850 tons of food waste from its dining halls each year. At Duke University, surplus food is donated to food banks, and both pre- and post-consumer scraps are composted. Other steps include the University of California, Berkeley’s new Global Food Initiative to address food security in a way that’s both nutritious and sustainable, and efforts at the University of Illinois to recycle cooking oil for biodiesel production. Source: EcoWatch.com

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Indoor Gardening Is Looking Up The world’s largest indoor farm, in Japan, covers 25,000 square feet, with 15 tiers of stacked growing trays that produce 10,000 heads of lettuce per day, or about 100 times more per square foot than traditional methods. It uses 99 percent less water and 40 percent less power than outdoor fields, while producing 80 percent less food waste. Customized LED lighting helps plants grow up to two-and-a-half times faster than normal, one of the many innovations co-developed by Shigeharu Shimamura. He says the overall process is only half automated so far. “Machines do some work, but the picking is done manually. In the future, though, I expect an emergence of harvesting robots.” These may help transplant seedlings, harvest produce or transport product to packaging areas. Meanwhile, Singapore’s Sky Farms, the world’s first low-carbon, hydraulically driven, urban vertical farm, runs on a Sky Urban Vertical Farming System, making the most of rainwater and gravity. Using a water pulley system, 38 growing troughs rotate around a 30-foot-tall aluminum tower. A much bigger project, a 69,000-square-foot vertical indoor garden under construction at AeroFarms headquarters, in Newark, New Jersey, will be capable of producing up to 2 million pounds of vegetables and herbs annually.

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Edible Insects Can Help Feed the Planet

Consumer goods giant Unilever has pledged to eliminate coal from its energy usage within five years and derive all of its energy worldwide solely from renewable sources by 2030. The company will become carbon-positive through the use of renewable resources and by investing in generating more renewable energy than it needs, selling the surplus and making it available to local communities in areas where it operates. About 40 percent of the company’s energy use currently comes from green sources. Paul Polman, company chairman, says the goal is “really doable.” He cites a new factory in China powered by wind and solar energy and a Paris office building that already contributes green electricity to the power grid.

Insect expert and bug farmer Sarah Beynon, Ph.D., a research associate for England’s University of Oxford, reports, “Two billion people eat insects every day, and not just in the West. In fact, insects are extremely good for you and eating them is good for the planet, too.” Western governments are enthusiastic about the potential of entomophagy—the human practice of eating insects—for feeding growing numbers of people sustainably. By 2050, humans will require 70 percent more food, 120 percent more water and 42 percent more cropland. Meat production is predicted to double, and conventional production consumes extraordinary volumes of land and water resources. A recent British Food and Agriculture Organisation report suggests that there are more than 1,000 known species of edible insects. Insects are extremely nutritious, containing lots of calcium, zinc and omega-3 fatty acids, and are low in cholesterol. They’re also packed with protein; by weight, crickets can contain more protein than beef.

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The food truck industry is good for a quick, cheap meal or even a gourmet meal, but emissions from these portable feasts are a growing concern, given the estimated 3 million trucks that were on the road in 2012. New York state has launched an initiative to put 500 energy-efficient, solar-powered carts on city streets this summer. A pilot program gives food truck vendors the opportunity to lease the eco-carts for five years at little to no extra cost. They are expected to cut fossil fuel emissions by 60 percent and smog-creating nitrous oxide by 95 percent. If the technology was implemented nationwide, it could spare the atmosphere an enormous carbon footprint. Conventional mobile vendors may spend more than $500 a month on fossil fuels; in addition to the gasoline consumed in driving, truck lighting and refrigeration systems are powered by diesel generators and propane fuels the grills, sometimes all running up to 10 hours a day. The annual nationwide load can add up to hundreds of billions of pounds of carbon dioxide per year.

U.S. District Court Judge B. Lynn Winmill has written that in a pivotal case of animal cruelty undercover reporting, the Idaho Dairymen’s Association responded to the negative publicity by drafting and sponsoring a bill in a class known as Ag-Gag legislation that criminalizes the types of surreptitious investigations that expose such violent activities. Seven other states currently have similar Ag-Gag laws on the books. Winmill declared the law unconstitutional in his decision, stating that its only purpose is to “limit and punish those who speak out on topics relating to the agricultural industry, striking at the heart of important First Amendment values.” The law was deemed to violate the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment, “as well as preemption claims under three different federal statutes,” cites Winmill. “This ruling is so clear, so definitive, so sweeping,” says Leslie Brueckner, senior attorney for Public Justice and cocounsel for the plaintiffs in the case. “We couldn’t ask for a better building block in terms of striking these laws down in other states.” Source: Food Safety News

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The kitchen is a hotbed of energy consumption when family meals are being prepared and even when dormant. Appliances make a big difference, and the tools and methods we cook with

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Therapies to Help Parents Heal After the Loss of a Child By Judith Hancox

I had to walk the walk, and embrace what I had practiced for decades, to find solace. If not for the tools and techniques I share below, and if not for my sister’s search for evidence of Carly’s existence beyond “death,” I would not have become as adept in helping others to heal from grief and bereavement as I am today. In her sleepless nights of searching the Internet for assistance, my sister guided me to new methods to train in that I was not aware of. I offer below a summary of what I have learned. I hope it will help someone in need. Only those who have lost a child can know the depths of this sorrow — and the peace that will come by “losing our minds and coming to our senses,” in realizing what we have control over, and what we do not.

Most parents who have suffered the loss of a child experience post-traumatic stress disorder, PTSD. Its negative symptoms do not heal on their own in time, as lesser disturbances usually do; most people need professional help and the assistance of a support group to heal from PTSD.

Analysis is a left-brain function, and emotions are a righthemisphere function. To heal, the right and left sides of the brain must “talk” to integrate or make sense of feelings. A traumatic event gets “stuck” in shock, in the amygdala, in the right hemisphere of the brain, and in the electromagnetic energy field, bypassing any reasoning or processing and healing. We are made of energy, and negative energies can “stick” to us for a long time if we don’t get help in releasing them.

ince 1980, I’ve been on a journey of self-discovery in the study and practice of yoga, philosophy and meditation. I began specializing in emotional healing and trauma recovery work during my graduate studies and social work practice. I’ve always felt guided to ways and means to assist others. Most techniques I was led to were not traditional, yet they were always complementary to traditional healing practices and they helped accelerate the healing process in ways I appreciated when needed most! Not until the loss of my niece Carly, 24, in 2013, did I experience suffering in a way I never could have imagined. Helpless in my inability to heal my godchild of cancer, and incapable of relieving my sister’s pain and suffering in the loss of her only child, I had to go deep within to find peace.

Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, founded in 1987 by Dr. Francine Shapiro, is a highly successful method of healing PTSD with bilateral brain stimulation and its helpful integrative processing with a trained, licensed, and experienced professional. EMDR and Energy Psychology (EFT, TFT, EvTFT, etc.) are methods that help heal trauma more quickly than conventional talking therapies. I’ve used these methods quite successfully for over 25 years.

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The science of energy medicine dates back 5,000 years, with the beginnings of acupuncture, acupressure, and yoga. All are scientific systems based on the body’s spirit or energy that enters the body at the time of birth and leaves the body at the time of one’s passing from the physical state.

Keeping one’s energy flowing in a positive direction in and around the body is essential to one’s healing process. For the Energy Correction Meditation, I created a manual with accompanying CD that offers a guide to keeping one’s energy balanced and peaceful in as little as two to six minutes. This meditation helps accelerate the healing of PTSD in EMDR by using six pressure points on the physical body that balance the energy systems quickly and effectively.

Meditation, breathing exercises and finding time for peace is essential to connecting with our loved ones who, though now in a spiritual body, are only a thought away. Find time each day to go to a safe place, whether in nature, relaxing, walking or resting. It is essential to healing connections.

The Guided Afterlife Connections Therapy, now called Repair and Reattachment Grief Therapy, is a full-day intensive therapy using EMDR. It is a day to honor our loved ones and our relationship and heal from the shock and trauma of their physical passing. The connections made with our loved ones are meaningful and healing, offering a direct knowledge of their existence in the after-this-world life. All spirits connecting to us reveal that where they are is really “home,” and they are here for us now. This method, founded by Rochelle Wright, is fairly new in psychotherapy, yet seems to be growing quickly. I was trained in it in 2014, and only licensed professionals are allowed to take the founder’s training.

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mericans’ vegetable habits are in a rut. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, nearly 50 percent of the vegetables and legumes available in this country in 2013 were either tomatoes or potatoes. Lettuce came in third, according to new data released in 2015, advises Tracie McMillan, author of The American Way of Eating. Further, 87 percent of U.S. adults did not meet basic vegetable serving recommendations from 2007 through 2010, a fact cited in the most recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention survey. Yet, urban supermarkets overflow with a wealth of common and exotic vegetables, often displayed sideby-side: broccoli and broccolini, green bell and Japanese shishito peppers, and iceberg lettuce and leafy mâche, or lamb’s lettuce. Trying one new vegetable dish a week is a great way to increase our vegetable literacy, says functional medicine expert Terri Evans, a doctor of Oriental medicine in Naples, Florida. “Our diet should be 60 per-

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cent produce—40 percent vegetables and 20 percent fruit,” she says. “To keep this sustainable for the long term, we should eat what tastes good, not what we think is good for us. Some days, we crave the sweetness of carrots; other days, the bitterness of artichokes or the heat of hot peppers. Our bodies can tell us what we need.”

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Going Green. Dark green and slightly peppery arugula is good with a little olive oil and lemon juice. Finely shredded Brussels sprouts bulk up a mixed salad, while adding the benefits of a cancer-fighting cruciferous vegetable. Instead of mineral-rich baby spinach, try baby Swiss chard, suggests Matthew Kadey, a registered dietician in Waterloo, Ontario. He also suggests microgreens, the tiny shoots of radishes, cabbage, broccoli and kale, all rich in vitamins C and E. Squash It. Varieties of summer and winter squash add color, body and flavor to one-dish meals, with the added benefits of B vitamins, magnesium and fiber. LeAnne Campbell, Ph.D., author of The China Study Cookbook, simmers a mix of fresh chopped vegetables including yellow summer squash or zucchini, and flavors with coconut and

curry powder. Vegan Chef Douglas McNish, of Toronto, makes an okra and squash gumbo in the slow cooker. Sneak in a Smoothie. Change up a smoothie routine by swapping out the usual baby spinach for a blend of cucumber, apple and fresh mint, or else sweet potato and carrot, suggests Sidney Fry, a registered dietitian and Cooking Light editor, in Birmingham, Alabama. Snack Attack. An array of colorful vegetables served with dips and spreads can be an easy way to experiment with veggies. Carrots in deep red, vibrant yellow, purple and orange are delicious raw and supply beta-carotene, promoting eye health. Leaves from pale green Belgian endive spears are tender and crunchy. Orange or “cheddar” cauliflower has a more creamy and sweet flavor than its pale cousin. “Colors equal health, and the more colors we eat, the better our overall health,” says Susan Bowerman, a registered dietitian, lecturer in food science and nutrition at California State Polytechnic Institute, San Luis Obispo, and co-author of What Color Is Your Diet? “We also have to be willing to try new foods or new varieties of foods, or maybe to prepare unfamiliar foods in a way that will make them taste good, so that we will be willing to add more plant foods to our diet.” Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle. blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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A Healing Mindset for Curing What Ails You

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edicine has its place in a moment of crisis. For instance, when you’ve been working too hard and the pressures are mounting, you may experience what feels like a heart attack but is determined to be a panic attack instead. Medications can relieve anxiety and prevent future heart-related events. In an acute scenario like this, I fully support it. If your house is on fire, you want to call the fire department, not a medical detective. Sometimes a quick intervention is warranted to quell the emergency. You take medications long enough to implement changes in your life that are beneficial, but if your health keeps deteriorating and you continue to suffer from mysterious ailments, you want an investigator. You want a Columbo of sorts to keep asking the pointed questions. And since it’s your life and you live it all day, every day, you also want to get to the root of the problem and take care of as much of it as you can yourself. This is what I call a healing mindset, and it can be achieved by shifting your thoughts and intentions from merely treating symptoms to understanding why you’re experiencing them. Shift No. 1. From Affliction to Conviction: Shift your head space from a feeling of affliction to one of conviction about what it will take to get better. Look at the whole picture, and connect the dots as you realize that your health problem did not happen overnight. This is not about a lightning bolt coming out of the sky; it’s about a conscious examination. Shift No.2 From Helpless to Accountable: To become personally responsible for changes that had to occur in your life, you must hold yourself accountable for what went wrong — and also for what is going right. Look at your relationships, your well-being and your happiness. Chronic does not mean “intractable,” and it does not imply hopelessness. What it means is that you have to learn new habits and put them into practice immediately for your own benefit, holding yourself accountable for your own aches and pains.

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Shift No. 3 From Passive to Interactive: A typical doctor-patient interaction lasts about four to seven minutes and can be rife with mishaps. Communication flows in a one-way direction, if at all, often because the doctor is pressed for time and has only a limited set of options: referral slips, prescriptions and other critical time-saving devices. To truly get well, you have to find an expert, someone you can learn from and who will participate in your treatment. Find a partner, someone you can trust for exceptional advice and insight.

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Meaty Truths Choosing Meat That’s Sustainable and Safe by Melinda Hemmelgarn

n his essay The Pleasures of Eating, Wendell Berry, a Kentucky farmer and poet, writes: “If I am going to eat meat, I want it to be from an animal that has lived a pleasant, uncrowded life outdoors, on bountiful pasture, with good water nearby and trees for shade.” He, like a growing number of conscious eaters, wants no part of the industrial meat system in which animals are raised in concentrated animal feeding operations. Media coverage has helped educate consumers previously unaware of how their food is produced and why it matters. The documentary film Food Inc., as well as books like Fast Food Nation, by Eric Schlosser and The Chain, by Ted Genoways, describe common livestock industry practices that mistreat animals, pollute water and air, endanger work-

ers and threaten public health. With increased understanding of the connections between diet and health, climate, environment and social justice, even many Americans that still like the taste of hamburger and steak have sided with Berry; they want sustainably raised, humane and healthful red meat.

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that promotes health and well-being and provides food security for the present population while sustaining human and natural resources for future generations.” It made the case that a diet higher in plant-based foods and lower in animalbased foods both promotes health and protects the environment—resulting in lower greenhouse gas emissions, and less energy, land and water use. But political pressure from the livestock industry prevailed, and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack and Secretary of Health and Human Services Sylvia Burwell jointly announced, “We do not believe that the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans are the appropriate vehicle for this important policy conversation about sustainability.” Instead, they advised the committee to focus solely on nutritional and dietary information. In her book Food Politics, nutritionist and author Marion Nestle explains that recommendations to decrease consumption have never been popular with the food industry. Nonetheless, Roni Neff, Ph.D., who directs the Center for a Livable Future’s Food System Sustainability and Public Health Program at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, in Baltimore, recommends consuming less red meat in particular, because of its large environmental footprint. Neff points out, “Thirty percent of greenhouse gas emissions are connected to red meat.” However, not all red meat is created equal. In her book Defending Beef, environmental lawyer and cattle rancher Nicolette Hahn Niman makes a case for sustainable meat production, noting, “Well-managed grazing could be part of an effective strategy to combat climate change.”

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In their book The New Livestock Farmer, authors Rebecca Thistlethwaite and Jim Dunlop praise the increase in farmers producing pasture-raised, ethical meats and the growing number of farmers selling directly to people that reject the industrial system. Neff likewise supports such sustainable livestock agriculture, which integrates pasture-raised animals on farms, rather than isolating them on feedlots, where they typically eat a grain-based diet (such as genetically engineered corn) and receive growth stimulants, including hormones and antibiotics.

Risky Hormones and Antibiotics Mike Callicrate, a St. Francis, Kansas, rancher educated in the industrial model of meat production, is considered an expert on its negative consequences. He served as an advisor for Food Inc., and Michael Pollan’s The Omnivore’s Dilemma. Callicrate observes, “The same chemical compounds that athletes are banned from using in baseball are used to produce our food animals, which our children eat in the hot dogs at the ballgame.” According to the USDA, about 90 percent of feedlot cattle receive hormone implants to promote growth. Yet the European Union Scientific Committee on Veterinary Measures Relating to Public Health reports that the use of natural and artificial growth hormones in beef production poses a potential risk to human health, especially among children. Concerns about growth-promoting drugs led the American Academy of Pediatrics to call for studies that direct-ly measure their impact on children through milk and meat. The President’s Cancer Panel Report on Reducing Environmental Cancer Risk also states, “Growth hormones may contribute to endocrine disruption in humans.” Their dietary recommendations include choosing meat raised without hormones and antibiotics.

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Smarter Meat Choices by Melinda Hemmelgarn Choose certified organic meat. Organic certification prohibits antibiotics, added hormones and genetically modified (GMO) feed. Select grass-fed and grass-finished meats. Look for the nonprofit American Grassfed Association (AGA) certification, which ensures animals eat only grass and forage from the time of their weaning until harvest, and are raised without antibiotics or hormones (AmericanGrassfed.org). AGA standards apply to ruminant animals only: beef, bison, goat, lamb and sheep. Support Country of Origin Labeling. This mandates that retail cuts of meat must contain a label informing consumers of its source. The U.S. meat industry has worked to stop such labeling. Beware of misleading labels. “Natural” provides no legal assurance about how an animal was raised. “Vegetarian feed” may mean GMO corn and/or soy. (See Greener Choices.org.) Buy directly from family livestock farmers. Check out sites like Local Harvest.org and Tinyurl.com/Farmers MarketsDirectory. Pay attention to portions. The U.S. Department of Agriculture serving size weighs three ounces, about the same size as a deck of cards. Think of meat as a side dish and balance the rest of the plate with vegetables, leafy greens, beans and other legumes. Once a week, cut out meat. Participate in Meatless Mondays (Meatless Monday.org). Assume all retail meat carries bacteria that can cause food-borne illness. Practice safe food handling as directed on package labels. (Also see FoodSafety.gov and KeepAntibiotics Working.com.) 26

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and Prevention, “Antibiotic resistance— when bacteria don’t respond to the drugs designed to kill them—threatens to return us to the time when simple infections were often fatal.” Veterinarian and food safety consultant Gail Hansen, of Washington, D.C., explains that bacteria naturally develop resistance anytime we use antibiotics. “The problem is overuse and misuse; that’s the recipe for disaster.” She explains that more than 70 percent of the antibiotics sold in the U.S. are not used to treat sick animals, but to promote growth and reduce the risk of infection related to raising animals in unsanitary, overcrowded spaces. A recent report by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) states: Adding antibiotics to the feed of healthy livestock “often leave the drugs ineffective when they are needed to treat infections in people.” The AAP supports buying meat from organic farms, because organic farming rules prohibit the nontherapeutic use of antibiotics. Stacia Clinton, a registered dietitian in Boston who works with the international nonprofit Health Care Without Harm,

assists hospitals in both reducing meat on their menus and increasing purchases of meat from animals raised without antibiotics. The goal is to reduce the growing number of antibiotic-resistant infections that cost hospitals and patients billions of dollars each year. A Friends of the Earth report, Chain Reaction: How Top Restaurants Rate on Reducing Use of Antibiotics in Their Meat Supply, revealed that most meat served by American’s top chain restaurants come from animals raised in industrial facilities where they are fed antibiotics. In California, Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 27, making his the first state to ban the use of routine low doses of antimicrobial drugs that are medically important to humans to promote livestock weight gain or feed efficiency. The bill doesn’t go into effect until January 2018, but will contribute to making meat safer and antibiotic drugs more effective.

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Grilling a Grass-Fed Steak Just Right by Melinda Hemmelgarn

hannon Hayes, farmer, nutritionist and author of The Farmer and the Grill: A Guide to Grilling, Barbecuing and Spit-Roasting Grassfed Meat… and for Saving the Planet, One Bite at a Time, says cooking grass-fed steaks at too-high temperatures, especially when grilling, is a common mistake. The West Fulton, New York, food expert describes how to achieve “a gorgeous sear on the outside, and a pink and juicy inside.” When working on a grill, light only one side. When hot, sear an inch-anda-quarter-thick steak for no more than two minutes per side, with the grill lid off. Make sure fat drippings don’t flare up flames, which will blacken and toughen the meat.

After the sear, move the steaks to the unlit side of the grill and put the grill lid on. Let them finish cooking indirectly for five to seven minutes per pound. The lower temperature cooks the internal muscle fibers, but prevents them from contracting too rapidly and becoming chewy. As an alternative to grilling, use an oven and cast-iron skillet. Preheat the oven to 300° F. Next, heat the skillet over a high flame until smoke begins to rise off its surface. Coat the skillet with butter or tallow, then sear the meat for two minutes per side. Turn off the stove; leave steaks in the pan and move them to the oven, where they can finish cooking for five to seven minutes per pound. Source: TheRadicalHomemaker.net

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less of how the animals are raised, is not new. Kelay Trentham, a registered dietitian in Tacoma, Washington, who specializes in cancer prevention and treatment, points out that joint reports from the World Cancer Research Fund International and American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) since 2007 have recommended restricting consumption of red meat to less than 18 ounces a week and avoiding processed meats. In 2015, the World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified processed meat (like hot dogs, ham, sausages, corned beef and beef jerky) as “carcinogenic to humans” and red meat (beef, veal, pork, lamb, mutton, horse and goat) as “probably carcinogenic to humans.” Risk increases with amount consumed, and the evidence is strongest for the relation of processed meats to colorectal cancer. Still, the IARC report recognizes, “Eating meat has known health benefits.” Meat is a rich source of protein and B vitamins, iron and zinc. Livestock feed further influences nutritional composition, with meat from cattle raised on pasture (grass) containing higher levels of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids compared to meat from animals fed grain. According to medical doctor and National Institutes of Health researcher Captain Joseph Hibbeln, consuming fewer omega-6 fatty acids and more omega-3s may be one of the most important dietary changes for cutting the risk of chronic diseases, reducing inflammation, improving mental health, enhancing children’s brain and eye development and reducing worldwide incidence of cardiovascular disease by 40 percent. When it comes to eating meat, the agricultural practices, quantity consumed, and methods of processing and cooking make a difference. It turns out that what’s good for the environment is good for animals and people, too. Melinda Hemmelgarn is an awardwinning registered dietitian, writer and Food Sleuth Radio host with KOPN.org, in Columbia, MO. Connect at FoodSleuth@gmail.com.

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How Cows Can Help Reverse Climate Change by Linda Sechrist

hen concurrent dangers arising from overpopulation, desertification (fertile land turning to desert) and climate change were just beginning to attract technological solutions, pioneers like Allan Savory, a young wildlife biologist in Zimbabwe, Africa, were researching how healthy soil captures carbon dioxide and stores it as carbon. It’s the way nature renders the most pervasive greenhouse gas more helpful than harmful and a major reason why this is not happening globally is because of desertification. This innovative game-changer has since received Australia’s 2003 Banksia International Award for “doing the most for the environment on a global scale” and the 2010 Buckminster Fuller Challenge, recognizing solutions that address humanity’s most pressing problems. The Savory Institute, founded in 2009, and its Africa Center for Holistic Management, demonstrate how using livestock to improve soil and decrease dependence on water— plus increase its ability to hold moisture and carbon—grows more grass and improves profits for ranchers, landowners and investors.

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grasslands, their soils, soil life, plants and animals had evolved symbiotically with large, grazing herbivores of many species and pack-hunting predators. As my inquiry led beyond Africa, I noticed that the same was true of similar ecosystems worldwide, including those of the U.S. Great Plains. Long ago, the Great Plains supported herbivores that traveled in immense herds for safety from predators. Where there are now approximately 11 large mammal species, there were once more than 50. The trampling of dung and urine, as well as grazing of such vast numbers constantly on the move, developed deep carbon-storing and rain-holding soils that also break down methane. Only in the presence of large roaming herds of herbivores periodically working the surface soil does this happen; it works much like a gardener does, breaking bare surfaces and covering them with litter and dung. Only in this way do grasslands thrive.

How did this revolutionize your thinking about land and livestock management? Being trained at a university to believe that grazing livestock causes land degradation blinded me to the deeper understanding that humans’ management of the animals, not the animals themselves, has been the problem. Historically, the healthiest soils in the world’s vast grain-growing regions were those that had supported the largest

populations of natural wildlife and intact pack-hunting predators. We now have in hand a natural solution able to reverse U.S. and global desertification, which is contributing to increasing severity and frequency of floods and droughts, poverty, social breakdown, violence, pastoral genocide and mass movement into cities and across national borders. Restoring brilliant natural functions through holistic management of even half of the world’s grasslands has the potential to pull all of the legacy carbon out of the atmosphere, put it back into the ground where it belongs and keep it there for thousands of years. Livestock aided by holistic, planned grazing that mimics nature can return Earth’s atmosphere to preindustrial carbon levels while feeding people with cleaner meat. I can think of almost nothing that offers more hope for our planet for generations to come. In fact, it has so many benefits—including an eventual net cost of zero or less—that even if climate change wasn’t an issue, we should be doing it anyway.

How is holistic pasturing proceeding? Ultimately, the only sustainable economy for any nation is derived from growing plants on regenerating soil. Today’s conventional agriculture is producing more than 75 billion tons of dead, eroding soil every year—more than 10 tons for every human alive. The largest areas of the world’s land are either grasslands or former grasslands. Holistic, planned grazing to reverse desertification has gained support from thousands of individual ranchers, scientists, researchers, pastoralists and farmers. Currently, it is practiced on more than 30 million acres over six continents with encouraging success. The Savory Institute encourages and links locally led and managed holistic management hubs around the world, now numbering 30 in Africa, Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Mexico, Sweden, Turkey, the UK and U.S., with more forming every year. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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have been established in Newark, a city whose crime rate is five times the national average and whose municipal spending on parks and recreation is second to last. “We like to call them pocket parks,” says Dr. Bowe. “These pocket parks are improving the neighborhoods by bringing both adults and children together in a safe, beautiful haven. In essence, these gardens are allowing residents to take back their neighborhood and help lower the crime rate.”

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e The Change NJ, a community action group at Kean University with nearly 900 members made up of students, alumni, and community partners, organizes community service projects and addresses issues of social justice, food justice, and human rights at the local, state, national and global levels. Dr. Norma Bowe, a Kean professor and faculty advisor to Be The Change, with her team of volunteers, take vacant inner-city lots in Newark, Irvington, and East Orange and transform them into gardens, playgrounds, and meeting places. Twelve gardens Quantum Healing Hypnotherapy is a regression technique developed by world renowned regressionist, author and teacher Dolores Cannon. This technique takes you beyond the usual past life regression and into expressions of self that span dimensions. People come for a Quantum Healing Hypnotherapy session for many reasons. Here are a few of the most common ones: Get Answers for Unexplainable Experiences n Curious about the Past Life n Spiritual Guidance for Loved Ones n Get in Touch With Your Higher Self for Healing Purposes n Take Charge and Understand Your Life Purpose n

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The transformation of a vacant lot into a beautiful community-gathering place is completed in virtually one day. One garden in Newark was completed in 100-degree heat with the help of more than 100 volunteers made up of students, alumni, and community partners. “It is very important for residents to see the transformation that can take place in one day,” says Dr. Bowe. Plywood, paint brushes, garbage bags, rocks, organic soil, organic seeds, and volunteer trucks paint the landscape on the day of transformation. Generous patrons have even donated full wooden play sets while others have graciously donated their time painting murals in the gardens. Two weeks after one garden was established, Dr. Bowe visited to find a children’s birthday party in full swing, complete with colorful balloons and a fired-up grill offering hamburgers and hotdogs. For Dr. Bowe, this garden was already fulfilling the Be The Change goals of a safe haven where sense of community thrives.

Vertical Peace Gardens

These communal gardens also address the shortage of good, wholesome, fresh produce in the area. “Newark is virtually a food desert with only five supermarkets to feed 300,000 people,” says Dr. Bowe. The corner grocery stores and bodegas supply only processed, high-sodium food items with little nutritional value. To alleviate that drought of healthy food choices in places where space is at a premium, Be The Change has begun an innovative program of Vertical Peace Gardens, vegetable gardens planted in towers in two-by-five-foot areas that yield 41 plants. As Joe Lentini, NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com

a graduate student involved with the Vertical Peace Gardens, says, “It is awesome to see kids eating fresh tomatoes and peppers for the first time. Last year’s gardens yielded 237 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables.” Once the organization establishes a Vertical Peace Garden, it is easily able to recruit neighborhood residents to maintain the gardens because community members have a personal investment in the fruits of their labor. Be The Change is in the process of patenting the Vertical Peace Garden design and making it portable, allowing indoor cultivation during colder months. Last March, the group was selected to exhibit its Vertical Garden project at the 2015 Clinton Global Initiative University Meeting in Florida.

Changing Spaces and Minds

When Be The Change completes a project, the physical space is never the same, and the emotional impact is one of hope, love, peace, and inspiration, delivered throughout the year. In September, one garden gives 25 neighborhood kids a new backpack full of school supplies with a note from a Kean University student saying, “See you in college!” There is pumpkin painting in the fall, fun Karaoke sing-along nights, and a visit from Santa Claus in December. Other community initiatives involve feeding people directly, through bagged lunches. Amanda Calvi, a recent Kean graduate and member of Be The Change, describes the weekly scene in the lobby of Hennings Hall at the university: “Everyone gathers late afternoon. Each person gets assigned to the peanut butter station, jelly station, brown bag station, or snack station. In twenty minutes, all 125 lunch bags are complete and a small group of us set out to the train station where it takes us about fifteen minutes to distribute.” During this year’s record-breaking snowstorm, the volunteers delivered pizza to the train station. “It’s all positive change,” says Dr. Bowe, with a smile. “Whether planting a garden, painting a mural, installing a play set, delivering bagged lunches, and even delivering twelve boxed pizzas in a snowstorm. It’s all good!” If you would like to become a member of the Be The Change team, contact Dr. Norma Bowe at Normabowe@gmail.com. natural awakenings

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Local Farms Sustain Our Communities By Julie Grodsky

onscious eating habits are an essential part of leading a healthy life. We are becoming more aware of not only the quantity of food we consume but also the quality. While factory farms and large-scale production continue to dominate the food industry, the demand for locally grown and sustainably produced food is growing. In our own neck of the woods, we are fortunate in having an abundance of family farms, whose commitment to offering locally sourced ingredients directly to buyers, to restaurants, and to farmers markets benefits the communities we live in. The following are just a sampling of the wealth of healthy, farm-fresh foods to be found in Sussex, Morris, and Warren counties.

The Mohawk House and Windy Brow Farm

Steve Scro, owner of the Mohawk House Restaurant in Sparta, built his restaurant from the ground up more than 10 years ago to offer locally sourced ingredients from area farms in a warm, inviting atmosphere — a true gathering place that feels more like a home than a business. His love of farms comes naturally, as he and his wife, Rachel, an animal lover and rescue advocate, formerly owned two of them. While the Scros do business with a dozen local purveyors and farms within a 20-mile radius of their restaurant, one of Mohawk House’s closest relationships is with Windy Brow Farm, in Fredon Township. In 2013, Steve Scro met Jim Hunt, the head of that family farm, at a Sparta Farmers Market dinner. Windy Brow has been a family-run orchard and full-service farm for 15 years, and their orchard manager has worked the

land for 30. The orchard manager’s wife bakes all of Windy Brow’s pies and pastries, including artisan breads, and their products take pride of place on the Mohawk House menu. As Scro states, “The apple shouldn’t fall far from the restaurant, and [here] it doesn’t.” In addition to providing homegrown produce and homemade pastries for the restaurant, the farm produces a signature ice cream, the Mohawk Crunch, found only at the Mohawk House. The farm also honors its home county with an ice cream called the Sussex County Crunch, made from local honey, Windy Brow blueberries, and homemade granola. The farm’s expansion and evolution would not have been possible without Jim Hunt’s son, Jake, who began the in-house creamery, the Cow’s Brow, in 2013, using all-natural extracts, all-natural granola, and homegrown fruit to produce products that are both delicious and free of artificial ingredients. Steve Scro, whose love of family farming and respect for the farming community that surrounds him is plainly evident, feels honored to work with the father-son duo. The Mohawk House prides itself on reinventing classic dishes with a creative twist, and the relationship formed with Windy Brow allows the farm and restaurant to benefit each other and the people they serve.

Anythyme Farm

Emily Hennelly, another local resident dedicated to sustainable farming, began her one-woman operation, Anythyme Farm, on her family’s two-acre property in Mendham. Though she doesn’t come from a farming background, she realized after earning her degree in English that what she wanted to do was staring at her in her own backyard. Beginning by growing micro greens and herbs, Hennelly has expanded her farm to four acres that now includes heirloom varieties of produce and Nigerian dwarf goats who supply the milk for handmade soaps. Anythyme Farm currently has 35 members in its CSA, and Hennelly hopes to double that number this year. Her commitment to the community can

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be seen in her participation in farm-totable events as well as mentoring middle and high school girls who volunteer on the farm, and she’s currently looking for full-time help and to fill two internship positions.

Circle Brook Farm

John Krueger purchased Andover’s 80acre certified organic Circle Brook Farm in 2013, and the fruits of his labor can be found at area farmers markets and local restaurants. The farm has an impressive commitment to community supported agriculture, with 700 CSA members, and hosts events that showcase the bounty to be found locally. Krueger plans to expand Circle Brook Farm’s production beyond vegetables by adding fruit trees, fresh eggs, and grass-fed meats. See ad on page 23.

School Lunch Farm

Margaret Noon, owner of School Lunch Farm in Hackettstown, has a mission: to reclaim unloved land through ethical farming practices and educate others on the effect that food production has on the environment. School Lunch Farm consists of 68 acres of organic-certified and nonGMO produce, begun with the farm’s own seeds. For Noon, “Farming is a basic practice like cooking that needs to be learned as an essential to life.” The farm’s shareholders are encouraged to volunteer their labor, because Noon believes it’s essential that they experience the entire growing and harvesting process. School Lunch Farm has also served as an educational center for school field trips and workshops. Noon’s dedication to sustainability includes her insistence upon a “no waste” donation program in which reusable crates are used to carry thousands of pounds of fresh vegetables to Mount Olive and Hackettstown food pantries as well as the Trinity Church food pantry in Hackettstown. By respecting the land, its bounty and the communities they are a part of, these and other small farms enrich us and our environment.

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The Eyes Tell Our Story How Integrative Doctors See Into Whole-Body Health by Linda Sechrist

o poets, the eyes have long been known as windows to the soul. Systemically trained ophthalmologists, optometrists and functional medicine doctors see these organs as a potential indicator of high blood pressure, diabetes, stress-related effects and nutritional deficiencies, as well as sites for potential glaucoma and macular degeneration. The connection between overall health and eye health is rarely addressed during conventional eye exams, which are based on standard protocols for prescribing eyeglasses, drugs or surgery. Conventionally trained optometrists and ophthalmologists, lacking education in nutrition and alternative ap-

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proaches, treat the eyes as isolated organs. In contrast, systemically oriented, holistic eye experts treat them as integrated parts of the whole body. Eye doctors like Marc R. Grossman,doctor of optometry, a co-founder of Natural Eye Care, Inc., of New Paltz, New York, and Edward C. Kondrot, a medical doctor and founder of the Healing the Eye & Wellness Center, in Fort Myers, Florida, take such a preventive and integrative approach. They recommend good whole foods nutrition, supplemented with antioxidants and plant-based formulations of omega-6 and omega-3 oils, together with adequate sleep and exercise. Key complementary treatments can be effective in improving sight and reversing some conditions. Grossman, also a licensed acupuncturist, explains in his book Greater Vision: A Comprehensive Program for Physical, Emotional and Spiritual Clarity how he incorporates the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of vision into his philosophy of eye care. At Somers Eye Center, in Somers, New York, he uses a full range of mind-body therapies, combined with conventional methods to address dry eye syndrome, nearsightedness, farsightedness, macular degeneration, cataracts and glaucoma. Kondrot, a leading board-certified homeopathic ophthalmologist, uses a slit-lamp binocular microscope to examine the complex living tissue of the eyes. The author of 10 Essentials to Save Your Sight, he’s experienced in regeneration nutrition and maintains that our overall health impacts our vision. His toolbox includes multimodal protocols like homeopathy, detoxification, oxygen therapy, low-level microcurrent to stimulate cellular activity, palming (using the hands over closed eyes) and other alternative methods to reverse visual loss. He regularly uses the Myers’ cocktail, an intravenous therapy with a high concentration of B-complex and C vitamins, taurine (an amino sulfonic acid), trace minerals and zinc. “Regardless of your eye condition, regular eye exercises can increase eye muscle flexibility and support circulation for better delivery of oxygen, essential nutrients and the flow of energy to the eyes,” says Grossman. He notes that “Aerobic

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Exercise Protects Retinal Function and Structure from Light-Induced Retinal Degeneration,” a study published in the Journal of Neuroscience in 2014, was the first of its kind to link physical exercise with improved retinal health and prevention of common eye diseases. While Kondrot emphasizes that vitamins A, C, D and E are essential to eye health, particularly in preventing macular degeneration, he cautions that taking a supplement is no substitute for expanding the diet to include foods such as kale, spinach, parsley, collard greens, cooked broccoli, green peas, pumpkin and Brussels sprouts. All include lutein and zeaxanthin, two types of important carotenoids contained within the retina and found in the leaves of most green plants. Digestive enzymes, probiotics and the amino acid betaine are also necessary to facilitate better absorption of nutrients. Dr. Connie Casebolt, board certified in family medicine and founder of GFM Wellness, in Greenville, South Carolina, practices with a whole body-mind perspective and incorporates supplements in patient disease prevention and wellness plans. “As the eye is bathed in the same chemicals and nutrients as the rest of the body, eye conditions can be affected by problems affecting the rest of the body,” she says. “Low adrenals can contribute to macular degeneration. Additionally, disruption of the energy flowing through acupuncture meridians related to teeth affected by root canals can also affect the eyes. “ She likes the book Whole Body Dentistry, by Mark Breiner, a doctor of dental surgery, because it includes numerous case histories of systemic illnesses, including eye disorders, that improve with better oral health. “Trying to sustain good health and avoiding toxins such as tobacco and excess sugar can definitely help in maintaining good vision,” explains Casebolt. Sensitive, complex and composed of more than 2 million working parts, the eyes are their own phenomenon. Annual eye exams are important at every age to help us do what’s needed to maintain our precious gift of sight.

Arriving at one goal is the starting point to another. ~John Dewey

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Uncovering the real reasons that a child stays alert at bedtime or wakes during the night—such as inconsistent timing of sleep cycles, excessive fatigue, insufficient physical activity, hunger, pain, anxieties, inadequate downtime or a desire for continued interaction with a parent—is the first step. With so many variables, frustration can impede the workings of parental intuition, which is key to the process, as is testing individual possible solutions long enough to assess the result and then confidently move forward.

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Nighttime Parenting Fostering Healthful Sleep by Stephanie Dodd

According to the American Psychological Association, up to 70 percent of children experience sleep disturbances that affect their emotional and physical well-being.

arents frequently awakened by a child’s interrupted slumber typically are torn between the need to care for their own health and that of their child. The goal is to meet everyone’s needs, so that adequate adult sleep doesn’t feel like child neglect. Solutions are feasible if the parent is emotionally equipped to feel continuing empathy for their little one and secure in their choices for resolution, regardless of setbacks or delays.

Expecting a child to feel so empowered that they can fall asleep on their own is a good beginning. Lindsay Melda, of Atlanta, relates, “Our daughter used to wake us up by coming into our bed each night. Once I realized I was anxious about her sleeping alone in her room and was able to instead trust she was okay, she easily slept through the night, waking more rested.” Christine Gipple, of Oaklyn, New Jersey, a practitioner of non-violent communication, shares, “When my daughter is chatty at bedtime and I’m past ready for her to be in bed, I have to consciously pause, or I can snap at her, thus delaying bedtime. Granting myself just five minutes to reset myself and be present in the moment before I gently re-engage is critical to the outcome.”

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Such checking in with ourselves helps keep a parent thinking positively. Law of Attraction specialist Cassie Parks, of Denver, Colorado, advises, “When you focus on the feeling you desire once a child is peacefully asleep, rather than the feeling you want to move away from, your chances for success greatly increase.” Noting how we envision nighttime unfolding or creating a nighttime vision board can help focus and maintain these feelings.

Releasing Stress

One method parents have successfully used is the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). It involves light tapping on specific points along the body’s energy meridians, like the collarbone or between the eyebrows, often accompanied by attention to current thoughts and feelings, in order to restore a balanced feeling. Karin Davidson, of Media, Pennsylvania, co-founder of the Meridian Tapping Techniques Association, says, “Including tapping with a supportive nighttime routine can be a godsend. It can relieve distress, whatever its source, increase feelings of security and promote a peaceful transition to sleep.” In clinical studies from the National Institute for Integrative Healthcare, EFT has been shown to counter the stress hormones adrenaline and cortisol, contributing to decreased sleep disturbances. Marissa Wolf, of The Woodlands, Texas, relates, “We moved here from San Diego when my son was 34 months old. He was acting out in ways I’d never seen before, mourning the loss of his routine. Within weeks after we started tapping before school and at night, he was back to his happy self. Last night, he simply went to bed and fell asleep. Now when I see his built-up emotions, I know we need to tap.” (To learn more about EFT methods, visit emofree.com.)

Nourished Rest

Good nutrition is also important to healthy sleep. According to Health Coach Sarah Outlaw, owner of the Natural Health Improvement Center of South Jersey and an advanced Nutrition Response Testing practitioner, “Children may be devoid of minerals because of the filtered water we drink. Supplementing with minerals like magnesium or enriching the diet with trace minerals, sea salt and mineral-rich bone broth will promote a healthy immune system, along with a nervous system programmed for sleep.” Outlaw also advises, “A whole foods diet is paramount to children’s health and sleep ability. Parents should limit or eliminate artificial flavors, sweeteners and sugar; preferably at all times, but at least an hour before bedtime.” When a parent takes the time to plan each step toward their goal of optimum sleep and feels secure in following through, they can create a personalized and consistent bedtime routine that fosters a sense of safety. Children who gain the ability to naturally develop sleep skills reap lifelong health benefits.

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ROLLING FOR FITNESS DIY Rollers Ease Pain and Aid Flexibility by Randy Kambic

ore amateur and serious athletes, people wanting to ease stiffness due to sedentary work and seniors are enjoying a new DIY way to massage out the kinks at home that’s becoming recognized for its benefits by experts worldwide. For the first time, flexibility and mobility rolling ranks in the top 20 of the American College of Sports Medicine’s annual Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends. Made predominantly of foam and hard rubber, the rollers can “massage, relieve muscle tightness and muscle spasms, increase circulation, ease muscular discomfort and assist in the return to normal activity,” according to the organization’s Health & Fitness Journal, which notes a growing market for the devices. Dr. Walter Thompson, professor of kinesiology and health with Georgia State University, in Atlanta, was the lead author of the survey. He says, “Personal trainers have found that it works for their clients. We’ve also 38

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seen an increase in popularity in gyms and fitness clubs.” The trend is partly spawned by their use in Pilates. Thompson adds, “Tech devices, now central to our daily lives, have changed the way we plan and manage our workouts.” Yet, as with other such equipment, users must be educated on how to employ the rollers on their own. Most rollers are available in smooth or ribbed textures in different sizes and densities. Sets include one for deep tissue rolling, self-myofascial release and trigger point relief, designed to aid muscles related to the back, hips, arms, glutes and hamstrings. Dr. Spencer H. Baron, president of NeuroSport Elite, in Davie, Florida, was the 2010 National Sports Chiropractor of the Year and served as a chiropractic physician for the Miami Dolphins football team for 19 years. He starts patients out with rollers during office appointments, especially those with sports injuries.

“It empowers them to take charge of their fitness,” he says. “Those standing or sitting all day at work may need it even more than athletes do to improve circulation and stimulate the nervous system.” While rollers can be administered to hamstrings and quadriceps by hand, he attests that the back is the most commonly targeted region, and suggests two corresponding maneuvers: Lie down with a foam roller under the neck at home. Gently roll it across to each shoulder blade, and then center it and roll it down to the buttocks; even to the hamstrings. Next, assume a squatting position against a wall and place a roller between the center of the back and the wall, gently rise up, and then sink down. It’s also possible do this at work in private. Baron and his colleagues believe that rollers are beneficial to use on the shoulders and arms of tennis players and baseball pitchers. “I like the metaphor of a chef rolling dough in the kitchen. With a similar motion, you’re kneading muscles and tendons, improving blood flow and circulation to sore areas,” he says. Jason Karp, Ph.D., the 2011 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Personal Trainer of the Year and creator of his company’s Run-Fit certification program, has seen the popularity of the devices on the rise with runners. “People like gadgets” that can help them, he notes. “Runners get tight from running, and rollers can help alleviate that tightness. I know a lot of runners that swear by them.” Karp, a California author of six books, including Running for Women and his upcoming The Inner Runner, feels that rollers are especially wellsuited for post-workout use. “The rollers are basically a form of self-myofascial release, which helps relax muscles by putting pressure on tight areas to cause the muscle to relax via its reflex to tension,” he explains. It looks like this universally applicable and simple fitness tool will keep on rolling through this year and beyond. Randy Kambic, in Estero, Florida, is a freelance editor and writer for Natural Awakenings and other magazines.

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Developing Gardens Instead of Golf Courses Agrihoods Use On-Site Farms to Draw Residents by April Thompson

or thousands of homeowners in “agrihoods” across the U.S., homegrown is a way of life. Planned developments incorporating neighborhood agriculture are sprouting up in record numbers, according to Ed McMahon, a senior resident fellow specializing in sustainability with the Urban Land Institute. He estimates there are a few hundred agrihoods nationwide, in all regions and at all price points. “The trend is the convergence of several things, including a growing interest in local business, local food, healthy lifestyles and the foodie culture,” says McMahon. He adds, “Today’s developers have to differentiate their properties to survive, and farms have become the new golf course of real estate development.” Agriculture is a far lower-cost amenity that can even return a modest profit by selling its harvest to the community. 40

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Beyond food, agrihoods help grow community, a huge draw for those living in isolated suburban areas. In 2014, Abby and Michael Wheatfill moved their family to Agritopia, a planned community in Gilbert, Arizona, near Phoenix. Billed as an urban farm, the central feature of Agritopia’s 166 acres, knitting together commercial, agricultural and open space with 450 residential homes, is a working farm, with roving pigs, lambs and chickens, a citrus grove and rows of heirloom vegetables. Farm, family and community life are interwoven. The Wheatfills lease a plot in an on-site community garden. Other residents buy shares in the community supported agriculture project or purchase produce or eggs from the community farm on the honor system. “We especially love the narrow, tree-lined streets and wide porches, and that we can walk or bike to fun,

locally sourced restaurants,” says Michael, a technology consultant. Private backyards are small in favor of community space, nudging residents to meet each other, Abby says. The Cannery, in Davis, California, is one of the newest agrihoods and also one of the few that redeveloped an industrial tract. This 100-acre development, still under construction, will feature 547 new homes on the former site of a tomato processing facility, in addition to affordable rentals for low-income families. Its heart and soul is a working farm that will feed the community’s households and supply its restaurants. The Cannery is a pioneer in clean green energy, with solar-powered homes, connections for electric cars, and many other energyconserving features. Thirsty homeowner lawns are prohibited in most of The Cannery’s mini-neighborhoods, but no home is more than 300 feet from public green space. Samrina and Mylon Marshall, both physicians in their mid-50s, will be among the first residents to move in this spring. “We like that it’s a green energy community featuring multigenerational living. We’re also big on eating locally and seasonally, so the urban farm was a key draw,” says Mylon. North Atlanta family Gil and Jeny Mathis and their two daughters, 12 and 14 years old, discovered Serenbe, a planned community in Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia, two years ago. Now it’s literally their second home. “It provides a different life for our children on weekends they couldn’t otherwise have. The community aspect has penetrated our lives in a way that we couldn’t have predicted,” says Gil. Both girls love it, and the younger sibling is lobbying to relocate there

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full time. The family likes the people Serenbe draws and the opportunities to engage with them, the consistent access to natural and organic food and its artist-in-residence program. Serenbe was the inspiration for the Olivette Riverside Community and Farm, a 346-acre, back-to-the-land project near Asheville, North Carolina. Its owners are transforming a failed high-end gated community and adjacent historic farm along the French Broad River into an agri-centered development featuring a blueberry orchard, community gardens, vegetable farm and greenhouse. “It’s vital that we re-localize our food supply,” says Olivette co-owner Tama Dickerson. “One of the first things we did was to incorporate this farm and see what areas we could preserve, because what you keep is just as important as what you develop.” Future plans include hiking trails, artist live-work spaces, tiny houses, little free libraries and a K-8 school. Agrihoods aren’t solely for agriburbs. Creative public housing developers are bringing agriculture to high-density neighborhoods. The

smoke-free Healthy High-Rise Arbor House, a 124-unit, lowincome apartment in the Bronx, in New York City, features a 10,000-square-foot hydroponic greenhouse and a living lobby wall that grows organic vegetables for the community year-round. Residents can obtain a discounted share from the farm using SNAP benefits (food stamps) and take free classes in cooking fresh. Arbor House also allocates 40 percent of its rooftop crop harvests for the larger community. Agrihoods can take many forms, including those involving gardens cropping up in schools, parks and hospitals nationwide, as well as informal, guerilla gardens in vacant lots. Many cities, including Falls Church, Virginia, and Takoma Park, Maryland, have even changed local zoning laws so residents can keep chickens and bees in their backyards for eggs and honey, according to McMahon. “The era of the 2,000-mile Caesar salad has come to an end,” says McMahon, citing high transportation costs that make locally sourced food good for businesses and consumers alike. “The trend of growing food closer to home—in some cases at home—is here to stay.” Connect with April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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COLOR ME CALM Grownups De-Stress with Adult Coloring Books by Avery Mack

oloring books are no longer solely the domain of children. Immersion in this fun, creative pastime by adults even for just 30 minutes can constitute a focused meditation that relieves stress. Doctor of Psychology Nikki Martinez, in Chicago, says that famed psychotherapist Carl Jung believed coloring helps patients release anxiety. “It uses both sides of the brain and improves organizational and fine motor skills,” says Martinez. “After I underwent a major surgery, I was on bed rest for eight weeks, and adult coloring books were a lifesaver. They passed the time, were pretty and kept me in a constant state of calm. I devoured them.” Publishers Weekly reported combined 2015 sales of 1.75 million copies for the 10 bestselling adult coloring books through November. This trend was years in the making, originating when parents colored with their kids and sometimes on their own. Adults around the world now join coloring book clubs, hold related parties and take coloring breaks at work. Last fall, Barnes & Noble hosted the one-day AllAmerican Art Unwind, where customers colored and uploaded their results to Instagram and Twitter. Hallmark sent a crew of artists and calligraphers to select locations to help customers color their greeting cards. “We scheduled a coloring session for a 55-plus community workshop,” relates Ninah Kessler, a licensed clinical

social worker with the Sparks of Genius Brain Optimization Center, in Boca Raton, Florida. “People had so much fun they wouldn’t leave. It’s creative, portable and inexpensive. You never face blank paper because the lines are there; you just pick the colors. There’s no stress about possibly making mistakes.” “Animals, jungle or floral themes, and Zen-inspired mandalas are popular. Customers like realistic, intricate drawings,” explains Idalia Farrajota, a Dallas executive with Michaels craft stores, which offers free, in-store coloring sessions and provides supplies. (Download a free sample book at Tinyurl.com/ BotanicalColoringPages.) Johanna Basford, a renowned illustrator from Aberdeenshire, Scotland, is a hit with colorists, catering to their penchant for nature with Secret Garden, Enchanted Forest and her latest, Lost Ocean. “My daughter wanted to color her life, not do generic drawings,” says Dieter Marlovics, prompting him to establish ReallyColor.com, in Chicago. “Really-Color converts photos into coloring book pages to make individually tailored pages.” Try these eco-tips: Sprout pencils, made with sustainable wood and fruitand-vegetable-based dyed clay instead of lead, are topped by non-GMO seeds that can be planted when the pencil becomes short. Inktense’s water-soluble brightly colored pencils mimic pen and ink; add water for translucency. Select recycled paper books, soy crayons, watercolor paints and non-toxic markers.

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Simple Ways to Get Kitty to Behave by Sandra Murphy

hree million cats end up in shelters every year, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Owners cite landlord restrictions or allergies in the family as leading reasons. Often, the animal is blamed for an easily fixed behavior problem; the Wake County Animal Center, in Raleigh, North Carolina, interprets rationales such as, “Kitty has a sensitive stomach [throws up] or pees under the bed [likely a urinary tract infection].” “I prefer to call such things issues, not problems. They’re often evidence of natural instincts that need to be redirected,” says Anne Moss, owner of TheCatSite.com, from Tel Aviv, Israel. “A vet visit will rule out physical concerns so you can move on to behavioral issues.” Once a cat’s adapted to living with humans, life becomes more pleasant for everyone. Cats can be trained. Dallas cat owner Bettina Bennett of WhichBoxMedia.com advises, “Start early, attach rewards and be consistent. Our four cats don’t scratch the furniture, come when called and know when it’s bedtime.” Clicker training works well, adds Becky Morrow, a doctor of veterinarian medicine who teaches at Duquesne 44

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University, in Pittsburgh. “I have 13 cats living in my home and a sanctuary housing 65 more. They’ve learned to walk on a leash and obey commands.” Dr. Jeff Werber, a Los Angeles veterinarian, has found that scratching furniture, biting people, nocturnal activity, throwing up and ignoring the litter box are the five most common complaints. Scratching lets Kitty leave her scent, stretch and shed old claws. He suggests, “Get a scratching post, but don’t put it in an-out-of-the-way location. Cats like to be where we are. Start with it in the center of the room and gradually move it to the corner.” Measure how tall a cat is when standing on her hind legs with front legs fully extended. Get a post that is half again as tall so she can really stretch. Gently rub her paws on the post first, and then dab on a bit of catnip as added enticement. Cats don’t like unfamiliar textures, so avoidance training tools can include laying aluminum foil or backing-side-up carpet runners over furniture arms and cushions plus

double-sided sticky tape at the corners to preserve upholstery. When humans become a target for a cat’s pounces, use toys as decoys. A short play session will satisfy their desire to hunt. Leave curtains open so she can see outside, clear shelves for climbing and have a cat tree or window shelf for optimum viewing. A nearby bird feeder will hold a feline’s attention for hours. Werber advises, “For undisturbed household sleep, get the cat toys out about an hour before your bedtime. Fifteen minutes of play will tire a pet. Let him calm down and then feed him. A full cat is a sleepy cat.” Some cats nibble, while others gulp food and then throw up. The recommended antidote is to feed smaller amounts several times a day. Cats should eat both dry and wet food to get carbohydrates and meat, Werber advises. Throwing up can be a sign of hairballs, even if unseen. Put the cat on a natural hairball remedy once a day for four days, then two times a week, until the vomiting stops. A touch of non-petroleum jelly on the cat’s nose or a bit of fish oil or pumpkin in her food will work. When cats ignore the litter box, note what’s changed—the type of litter, location of the box, a lurking stray cat or the pet’s health. Arthritic cats find it hard to climb into a tall-sided box. Felines feel vulnerable when using the box, and like to know what’s around them—a lidless box makes them feel safer says Werber. The rule is to have one more litter box than there are cats. If the house is more than one story tall, food, water, beds and litter should be available on every level. “All cats should be kept indoors, microchipped and wearing a colorful collar and tags,” says Werber. Colors give birds fair warning if a cat ever goes outside. With time and attention, any cat can become an active, well-behaved family member. Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 11 Meditation Workshop—11am–noon. No previous experience required. Led by Cesar Godoy. Free. Chatham Senior Center, 58 Meyersville Rd., Chatham. 973-635-4565.

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TUESDAY, MARCH 1 The Foundations of Animal Communications— 7pm. With Barbara Goodfriend. Experience the language of the animal kingdom. $10 donation at the door. The Masonic Temple, 39 Maple St., Morristown. AHANJ.org.

FRIDAY, MARCH 4 Meditation Workshop—11am–noon. No previous experience required. Led by Cesar Godoy. Free. Chatham Senior Center, 58 Meyersville Rd., Chatham. 973-635-4565. Free Intro to Hypnosis—7:30–9pm. Learn how hypnosis can assist you to quit smoking, lose weight, control stress, eliminate phobias; improve sports, creativity and academic performance; control your anger and much more. Metaphysical topics will be included covering past-life regression and life between lives. Free. Institute for Spiritual Development, 15 Sparta Ave., Sparta. 973-551-5300. Info@ isdsparta.org. hyp4life.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 5 Sixth Annual Community Garden Conference— 9am–4:30. Session speakers, all experts in their field, address topics both relevant and pertinent to community gardeners, garden managers, and those trying to establish a new community garden. A full day of education and networking. The keynote speaker is Karen Washington, “Urban Farming’s Grand Dame.” Eligible for 5.0 Rutgers Master Gardener CEUs. $60. Lunch provided. Frelinghuysen Arboretum. 353 East Hanover Ave., Morris Township. 973-326-7603 or ArboretumFriends.com.

Maple Sugaring Festival—12 noon–4pm. Enjoy “Hikes Through Maple Sugaring History,” games, maple syrup snow cones, crafts, and syrup taste tests. $ 4/person ages 3 and up. Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center, 247 Southern Blvd., Chatham Township. 973-635-6629. MorrisParks.net.

March 5 Open House—1-5pm. Discounted prices on Clairvoyant Medium Guidance, Shamanic Reiki Healings, Wholistic Health Consultations, Angel/Tarot Card Readings. NJ Healing Center, 132 Main St., Bloomingdale. 973-714-0765. NJHealingCenter.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 8 Bus Trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show— 10:30am–8:30pm. The largest flower show in the Northeast offers something for everyone: awe-inspiring gardens, a chance to see the newest plants that will be available at nurseries this spring, stunning floral arrangements, lectures, and shopping. Enjoy lunch and/or dinner on your own. $80. Preregistration required. 973-326-7603. Bus leaves from Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 E. Hanover Ave., Morris Township.

Primordial Sound Meditation Program Developed by Dr. Deepak Chopra—Fri. 6–8pm and Sat. 10am–3pm. A two-day introductory course to the basic principles of meditation in a group setting, where you receive your personal mantra. $350. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South St., Morristown. 973-971-6301. ChambersCenterForWellBeing.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 12 Whole Life 360: Your Total Mind-Body Reboot— 8:30am–4:30pm. Day-long wellness event designed to help you reboot for a healthier lifestyle. Interactive workshops, inspirational presentations, and hands-on demos featuring fitness and mindfulness experts from the Quick and Dirty Tips network and Macmillan. Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and snacks during the day. General admission: $155 / VIP: $400. Montclair State University, 1 Normal Ave., Montclair. 646-307-5433. Melissa.campion@ macmillan.com. Wholelife-360.com.

MARCH 14 Meditation, Happiness/Compassion in Everyday Living—7–9pm. With Khenpo Tenzin Nyima, Tibetan Monk. Suggested donation $25. NJ Healing Center, 132 Main St., Bloomingdale. 973-714-0765. NJHealingCenter.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 15

Intro to Constellation Therapy—7–8:45pm. Presented by Douglas Economy. Holistic Consciousness of One, $10 (First-time meeting, $5). Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., 2nd Fl., Chester. RSVP to Sue, 908-879-3937.

Death Café—2–4pm. An informal gathering of mindful people, dialoguing about our feelings, thoughts, and experiences regarding death with a view of helping us to make the most of our lives. Refreshments are served. Preregister at ParsippanyLibrary.org or 973-887-5150, ext. 209. Parsippany Public Library, 449 Halsey Rd., Parsippany.

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with Steven Leonard (Kripalu Center Faculty Member) 200 Hour Certification 2 weekends per month Beginning March 4, 2016 For individuals looking to deepen their practice or become a certified teacher. Foundational yoga postures. A simple and effective approach to meditation. How to teach a complete yoga class. Ancient and modern yoga philosophy. Functional anatomy and physiology. $1950 For more information email Steven at stevezenleonard@gmail.com Black Bear Fitness 681 Rt. 15S., Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07871

together can be a wonderful way to bring your family closer. Partner with your child for a morning of cooking and tasting quality food with our registered dietician. $15. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South St., Morristown. 973-971-6301. ChambersCenterForWellBeing.com.

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Saturday, March 12, 2016, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Montclair State University A one-day event to help you “reboot” for a healthier lifestyle! Join us for inspirational workshops and presentations featuring health and wellness experts: New York Times bestselling author and television personality, Dr. Ian K. Smith, and Macmillan’s Quick and Dirty Tips hosts Nutrition Diva Monica Reinagel, Get-Fit Guy Ben Greenfield, and Savvy Psychologist Dr. Ellen Hendriksen.

Enjoy glimpses of the largely unseen Otherworld April 5, 2016 Doors open at 7:00; the program starts at 7:30 p.m. $10 donation at the door. The Masonic Temple 39 Maple Street, Morristown, NJ AHANJ.org

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 Free Lecture on Stem Cells and PRP—7pm. Have you been told you need arthroscopic surgery? Come join us for a free educational lecture about how stem cells and PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) therapies can help you heal. We specialize in nonsurgical solutions for sports, spine and orthopedic injuries. Fourth Floor of the Advanced Medical Center at Cedar Knolls, 197 Ridgedale Ave., Cedar Knolls. Call 973998-8309 or go to NJRegenerativeInstitute.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 Powerful Way to Reduce Personal Conflict–Human Needs Strategy—7–7:30pm. This half-hour free teleclass will share tips and ideas to best understand our own motives and to work through personal and interpersonal conflicts. Call in to Info@ aworkinglifecoach.com/events. 973-577-6921. Aworkinglifecoach.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26 Nutrition Workshop—11am–1pm. Discussion of organics, GMO foods, and supplementation. Presented by Whispering Willow Holistic Center, Sparta Ambulance Building, Sparta. Call 973-6005331 for info and to reserve a spot.

THURSDAY, MARCH 31 Building a Resilient Food System in the Garden State—7–8:30pm. Discussion led by Kendrya Close, executive director of the Foodshed Alliance. Could New Jersey farms supply enough food if something were to happen to disrupt our outside supply chains? How can we increase the number of food-producing farms in our state while strengthening the relationship between communities and farmers? $10. Hyatt Morristown at Headquarters Plaza, 3 Speedwell Ave., Morristown. 973-2064177. GrowitGreenMorristown.org/foodforthought.

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sunday Free Zen Meditation Group Sit—7–8:30am. Led by Kurt Spellmeyer of ColdMountainZen.org at Kula Yoga Wellness, 25 Main St., Stanhope. For info, email Rcr111@optonline.net. Natural Meditation & Awareness Practice— 9–10am. Weekly free guided meditation in the advaita/non-duality tradition. Aikido Schools of NJ, 324 West Westfield Ave., Roselle Park. 908-875-9844.

Swaminarayan Temple, 1466 Rt. 46, Parsippany. 973-400-9191. Parsippany@us.artofliving.org. Meditation—1–3pm. Join us in the crystal room, by the fireside for meditation with essential oils. Facilitated by Rev. William and Judith Hancox, meditation teachers since 1980. $15, $25/couple. WhiteWolfCenter.net. RSVP 973-585-4661. Succasunna.

Prenatal Yoga—9–10:15am. For the Mother Goddess and her growing baby! $18 drop-in or class package. The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave., Suite 208, 2nd Floor, Glen Ridge.

Drum Jam—3–5pm. Third Sundays. Open to all; beginners to experienced musicians. Some gather for spiritual reasons, others for an opportunity to socialize or try something different. $10 donation. Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave., Rockaway, 973-985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com.

Summit Unitarian Worship Service—9:30 and 11:15am throughout the regular church year. The Unitarian Church, 4 Waldron Ave., Summit. 908-273-3245.

Spiritual Discussion Group—5:50-8:30pm. Sundays. A variety of topics. $5. RSVP 908-879-3937. TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com.

Morristown Unitarian Fellowship—Worship services at 9 & 11am. 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. 973-540-1177, ext. 203.

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Yoga—10–11am. $10. Chambers Center for Well Being. 435 South St., Morristown. 973-971-6301.

Yoga Therapy—9:30am.Mondays. Heal your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual bodies through expert instruction and personal attention. Sadhana Yoga, 150 River Road, Unit M4, Montville. 973-265-0665 or SadhanaNJ.com.

Institute for Spiritual Development—10am. First and third Sundays. Psychic and spiritual development & healing. Masonic Lodge #93, 170 Main St., Madison.ISD-Madison.org.973-437-4370. Center for Spiritual Living~Morristown—11am Sunday Celebration and Youth Program, followed by refreshments at noon in Friendship Hall. 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. 973-539-3114. Unity of Sussex County—11am-12:30pm. Youth and family meeting, followed by fellowship in Wakeman Hall. 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette. 973-3836277. UnityofSussex.org. Unity Spiritual Center of Morris County—11am. 221 Main Street, 2nd floor VFW Bldg., Boonton. 973-331-1776. Free Meditation Class— 11:30am-12:30pm. Learn how to manage stress and emotions through breathing techniques and meditation. A perfect introduction to meditation. Free. Art of Living Foundation,

Beginners Yoga with Shirley Sahaja Sicsko— 9:30am. Mondays.Yoga West Holistic Center, 86 Main St., Succasunna. 973-584-6664.YogaWest.com. Free Blood Pressure and Glucose Testing—10am3pm. Overlook Downtown 357 Springfield Avenue, Summit. 908-598-7997. Energy Enhancing Blasts of Qigong with Sal Canzonieri—11am-noon. Mondays. Lunchtime energy healing. Register at 908-879-3937. The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., Chester. TheArtofTheHeart-Chester.com. Gentle Yoga—11am–noon. Extra gentle yoga for those who enjoy moving slowly and gently, those who have not exercised in a while and those in recovery or receiving physical therapy. The School of Royal Yoga, 57 Main St., Chester. 908-879-9648. TheRoyalPathwaysInc.com.

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Qigong—6–7pm. Gentle exercises designed to generate energy flow. Contact Renee Dorn, 551574-9500; Move in Grace, 294 Main St., Chester.

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Divorce Support Group in Chester—7–8pm. First Mondays. Open to anyone currently struggling with divorce-related issues. 154 Route 206, 2nd Floor, Suite A, Chester. Free. 908-832-2305.

Yoga Foundations—9:15–10:15am. Learn the foundations of yoga in a safe, encouraging environment, while releasing stress and tension. $10/class. Breathing Room Center, 735 Rte. 94, Newton. 973896-0030. BreathingRoomCenter.com.

Awareness Through Movement—7–8pm. Gentle movement lessons suitable for everyone, even those limited by pain, injuries or neurological conditions. Contact Beatrice Basso, 973-294-4059; Move in Grace, 294 Main St., Chester. Monday Night Meditation Circle—7–8pm every Monday. Relax and recharge with Reiki Master Victoria at Monday Night Meditation @ Evolve Restorative Therapy. Feel the healing energy flow! Evolve Restorative Therapy, 523 Westfield Ave., 3rd Floor, Westfield. 908-361-6376. Tai Chi & Qigong—7pm Mondays. All levels, featuring Qigong for energy, Sun Style Tai Chi, and meditations for health. Institute for Spiritual Development,15 Sparta Ave., Sparta. More info at 973-786-6466 or MarkSGallagher@hotmail.com. Because I Love You (B.I.L.Y.) Parent Support Group—7–8:30pm. Confidential self-help group for parents experiencing substance abuse issues with their children. Free. Jefferson Twp. BOE Community Room, 31 Rte. 181, Lake Hopatcong. Bilyofjefferson@yahoo.com.Bily.org. A Course in Miracles—7:30pm Mondays. Unity of Montclair, 84 Orange Rd., Montclair. $10 suggested donation. Contact Connie at 973-239-8402 for details.UnityofMontclair.com. Yoga for Ultimate Beginners—8–9pm. For students brand new to yoga, this series covers the fundamentals of yoga from alignment basics to class etiquette. $90 for six weeks. Purple Om Yoga, 3118 Rte. 10 West, Denville. 973-343-2848. PurpleOmYoga.com.

Christpaths—9:30am–12pm.Second Tuesdays. Monthly spiritual sharing and practice group. Christ Church, 66 Highland Ave., Short Hills. Yearly tuition: $175. 908-277-2120. Information@ Interweave.org.Interweave.org. Yoga Instructor Certification—9:30am–12:30pm Tuesdays. Call or see TheRoyalPathwaysInc.com for details. 908-879-9648. School of Royal Yoga, 57 Main St. Chester. Qi Gong/Tai Chi—11am–12pm. Designed for all levels with each participant working at his/her individual level of ability. $60 for 10 class session. Senior Center of the Chathams, Chatham Twp. Municipal Bldg. Gym, 58 Meyersville Rd., Chatham. 973-635-4565. ChathamSeniorCenter.org. Mat Pilates—Noon–1pm. Try your first class for free. 973-895-9925. Pilates at Pro Physical Therapy, 2 Emery Ave., Randolph.Pilateswithamy@verzon. net. Proptnj.com. Awareness Through Movement Classes with Diane Bates—12:30, 2:00 and 4:30pmTuesdays. Ease pain, improve posture, prevent injury, increase energy and reduce stress. $15. Held at 24 Elm St., Room 1, Morristown. Call 973-534-8122 or email Diane.Bates7@Mac.com for more info. Yoga for Teens & Tweens—3:45–5:45pm.Aquarian Yoga Center, 641 Bloomfield Ave., Montclair.908-884-4984. AquarianYogaCenter.com. Yoga for Kids (Ages 2 to 4)—5:00–5:45pm. Drop in $25. More info at 973-944-0555. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 16-18 Elm St. Morristown. TheWholeChildNJ.com

Beginner Yoga—5:30–6:45pm, A true beginner class well-suited for the newcomer to Yoga or for those who love to continue focusing on the fundamentals of the basic Yoga poses and correct breathing. The School of Royal Yoga, 57 Main St., Chester. 908-879-9648. TheRoyalPathwaysInc.com. Stress Reduction Group—6–7pm. $15. Chambers Center for Well Being. 435 South St., Morristown. 973-971-6301. Yoga Level 1—6–7pm.Learn basic postures, breathing styles and meditation. Contact Jean Marie: 908850-6475. Move in Grace, 294 Main St., Chester. Prenatal and Post Partum Yoga—6–7:15 pm. Wednesdays. New students: $67 for 5 classes. Studio Yoga Madison, 2 Green Village Rd., Suite 215, Madison. 973-966-5311. Staff@StudioYogaNJ.com. StudioYogaNJ.com. SMART Recovery—6:30–8pm Tuesdays. Secular, science-based recovery group for support and assistance with all forms of addictive behavior. Free. Roxbury Twp. Library. 201-774-8323. SmartRox@Optimum.net. Come Experience Enlightenment—7pm Tuesdays. Experience how to change every aspect of your life. We teach how to create using Thought Energy. Thought in Motion, 127 Valley Rd. Montclair, NJ ThoughtinMotion.net Meditation—7–8pm Tuesdays. Beginners and advanced are welcome to join a weekly guided meditation. Aquarian Sun Healing and Learning Center, 212A Main St., Lincoln Park. Donation: $10. Call or email Suzanne@AquarianSun.net before 5pm Tuesday to reserve a spot. 973-686-9100. Meditation—7–7:30pm.Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette. 973-383-6277. UnityofSussex.org. The Spirit Gathering Church—7:15pm.Tuesdays.Prayer, energy healing, discussion, meditation and mediumship. Held in the rear of Yoga West, 86 Main St., Succasunna. 973-876-2449. TheSpiritGathering.net.

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Restorative Yoga—7:30pm.Tuesdays.Shed stress and unleash your body’s innate healing capacities through comfortably supported guided relaxations. Sadhana Yoga, 150 River Rd., Unit M4, Montville. 973-265-0665 or SadhanaNJ.com. The Morris Music Men Quartet—7:30pm.Tuesdays.Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 300 Shunpike Rd., Chatham. Sing and socialize. Newcomers always welcome. 877-808-8697. MorrisMusicMen.org. Restorative Yoga—7:30pm Tuesdays. Community House, Madison. Contact Anitateresap@aol.com for schedule and details. A Course in Miracles—7:30pm. Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. Miracles-Course. org. Garwood. Call Betsy Zipkin at 732-469-0234. Book Study Group—7:30–9pm Held at Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette. UnityofSussex.org. 973-383-6277. Connecting with Loved Ones in Spirit—7:30– 9pm. You and up to five family members will sit with three to five mediums who will contact the energy of your loved ones who have passed away. Netcong. Contact Garry at 908-852-4635 or Garry@ hyp4life.com. The Gathering—7:30–9:30pm.First and third Tuesdays. Worship service with Christina Lynn Whited. Offering of $10–$20 requested. Call 908638-9066to register. Circle of Intention, 76 Main St., High Bridge. CircleOfIntention.com.

wednesday White Oak Center Organic Co-Op—Every other Wednesday. Delivered by Albert’s Organics. Membership $20, then $35 bimonthly. White Oak Center, 33 Woodport Rd., Sparta. For more info, contact Brian Trautz at 973-729-1900 or BTrautz@ WhiteOakCenter.com. Pilates Mat/Tower—9–9:50am. Adding spring resistance to your Pilates workout can take your mat skills to the next level, building strength, coordination and balance. Limited to four participants. The Wellness Center of Northwest Jersey, Randolph Medical Arts Building 765 Rte. 10 East, Randolph. WellnessCenterNWJ.com or 973-895-2003.

Yoga for Women’s Health—9:30–10:45am. Poses to help you better address menstruation, menopause, pelvic floor issues, and basic back care. The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave., Ste. 208, 2nd Fl., Glen Ridge. Stress Reduction Group—12–1pm. $15. Chambers Center for Well Being. 435 South St., Morristown. 973-971-6301. Healing Meditations with Rev. Frankie—Noon. Center for Spiritual Living, 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. Free. 973-539-3333. Pilates for Everyone—5–6pm.Lengthen, strengthen, stretch and tone. Move in Grace, 294 Main St., Chester. For more information, contact Carrie Oesmann: 201-919-7811. Prenatal Yoga—5:45–6:45pm. A beautiful class designed especially for expectant mothers to learn how to breathe, relax, stretch, and connect with the precious life within. The School of Royal Yoga, 57 Main St., Chester. 908-879-9648. TheRoyalPathwaysInc.com. Meditation & Self-Reliance Classes—6pm. Wednesdays. Learn how to quiet the mind by getting in touch with your Source and truly learn the art of loving yourself. $10 donation. The Peace Within Spa & Holistic Wellness Center. 63 Beaverbrook Rd., Suite 105, Lincoln Park. Nancy@ThePeaceWithinSpa.com

Ascension: Guidance, Processes, Activations, & Integration—6:30–8:30pm. Wednesdays. Be the Master of your subconscious mind, achieve selflove, guide your child consciousness, and transcend the negative ego. $25. Portal of Healing, 50 Main St., Chester. 201-841-0358. PortalofHealing.com Free Meditation Class—7–8pm.Learn how to manage stress and emotions through breathing techniques and meditation. A perfect introduction to meditation. Free. Art of Living Foundation, Swaminarayan Temple, 1466 Rt. 46, Parsippany. 973-400-9191. Parsippany@us.artofliving.org Women’s Healing Circle—7–9pm First Wednesdays. Support, share, bond and attain deep peace through guided meditation. Led by Lindsey Sass. Preregister at 973-714-0765. $30.The Healing Center, 142 Main St., Bloomingdale. Fibromyalgia and Fatigue Support Group of Morristown—7–9pm First Wednesdays, except July and August. Support for patients and their families. Speakers. 973-219-8092 or Wen5500@hotmail. com. 95 Madison Ave., Suite 109A, Morristown. Introduction to Soto Zen Practice—7:15pm. Hands-on instruction and explanation for seated and walking meditation. Dharma talk and discussion. By donation. Rev. Shofu Keegan, Empty Hand Zen Group, 22 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair. 908-6728782. EmptyHandZen.org.

Chanting Circle—6–7pm. Wednesdays. With Jonathan Jung. $15. RSVP 908-879-3937. The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St. Chester. TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com

Intuitive Tantric Meditation—7:30pm.Wednesdays. Still your mind, experience your inner energies, and enjoy love & peace. Sadhana Yoga, 150 River Road, Unit M4, Montville. 973-265-0665 or SadhanaNJ.com.

Morristown Unitarian Fellowship—6:30pm. First Wednesdays. Mid-week renewal services.21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. 973-5401177 x203.

The Morris County (West) Chapter of Holistic Moms Network—7:30pm.FirstWednesdays.Held at Chester Field House, 107 Seminary Ave., Chester. InfoHMNWestMorris@yahoo.com.

Teen Yoga—6:30–7:30pm.Age 13+. Teens learn to listen to their bodies as they move at their own pace promoting peacefulness, mental clarity and improved self-esteem. Carol’s Yoga Youngsters, 145 Washington St., Morristown.973-898-0544. Ctr4child@verizon.net. CarolsYogaYoungsters.com

AA Meeting (O-B-ST)—8pm.Wednesdays. Open to those struggling with alcoholism or drug addiction. Free. Cranford United Methodist Church, 201 Lincoln Ave., Cranford.

Yoga as Medicine—6:15–7:30pm Explore the interface of Hatha Yoga and Ayurvedic medicine. All levels welcome. The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave., Ste. 208, 2nd Fl., Glen Ridge.

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Benessere, the center for wellness, 510 Morris Ave., Summit, 908-277-4080 BenessereNJ.com YogaFlow—9:30–10:40am Thursdays. $15/Class or $50/4classes. Family Chiropractic Center, 28 Bowling Green Pky. Suite 1A, Lake Hopatcong. 973-663-5633. HartmanChiropractic.com. Qi Gong/Tai Chi—11am–12pm. Designed for all levels with each participant working at his/her individual level of ability. $65 for 10 class session. Senior Center of the Chathams, Chatham Twp. Municipal Bldg. Gym, 58 Meyersville Rd., Chatham. 973-635-4565. ChathamSeniorCenter.org. Healthy Food Prep Classes with Phyllis Deering—Noon, Third Thursdays. Learn about delicious and healthy food preparation.$25; 4 for $75. Contact Marnie at Mountain Lakes Organic Co-op, LLC, 10 Vale Dr., Mountain Lakes. 973-335-4469. FruitLady@MountainLakesOrganic.com. Lunch & Learn—Noon–1pm.Thursdays. $10. Register at 908-879-3937. The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., Chester. TheArtofTheHeart-Chester.com. White Oak Yoga—4:15–5:15pm Gentle Yoga. Taught by Elizabeth Bell. Sparta Ambulance Bldg., 14 Sparta Ave., Sparta. 973-729-1900. WhiteOakCenter.com. Adolescent & Teen Boys Yoga (Elementary and Middle School)—6–6:45pm. More info at 973944-0555. The Yoga Way Center, 16-18 Elm St. Morristown. TheWholeChildNJ.com Evening Yoga Series—6:15pm–7:30pm. For adults. All levels yoga series. Advance registration and monthly payment is required; Essex County Environmental Center, 621-B Eagle Rock Ave., Roseland. 973-228-8776.

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The Sussex County Chapter of Holistic Moms— 7pm.Second Thursdays. Free. Held at Holy Counselor Lutheran Church, 68 Sand Hill Rd., Sussex. 973-347-1246. TiggerNorton04@gmail.com. Sacred Light Circle of Intention, Prayer, Meditation, and Healing—7–9 pm, first and third Thursdays. Suggested offering, $11. DivineAlchemy111@ gmail.com or 973-366-8765. Held at Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave., Rockaway. RestStopRejuvenate.com. 973-985-7548. Adult Survivors of Child Abuse Support Group Meeting—7:30–9pm. We follow the ASCA meeting format and our goal is mutual support in a gentle and nonjudgmental environment. Ascasupport.org or Ascamnj@yahoo.com. The Morristown Chapter of ASCA, Church of the Redeemer, 36 South St., Morristown. A Course in Miracles—7:30pm. Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. Miracles-Course. org. Summit. Betsy Zipkin. 732-469-0234. A Course in Miracles—7:30–9pm Second Thursdays. Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette.973-383-6277.UnityofSussex.org.

friday Yoga Flow—9:15–10:30am.$10/class. Breathing Room Center, 735 Rte. 94, Newton.973-896-0030. BreathingRoomCenter.com. Beginners Yoga with Shirley Sahaja Sicsko— 9:30am Fridays. Yoga West Holistic Center, 86 Main St., Succasunna; 973-584-6664.YogaWest.com.

Pilates Sculpt—6–7pm. Pilates at Pro Physical Therapy, 2 Emery Ave., Randolph. 973-895-9925. PilateswithAmy@verizon.net. Proptnj.com.

Morning Yoga Series—9:30am–10:45am for adults. All levels yoga series. Essex County Environmental Center, 621-B Eagle Rock Ave., Roseland. 973-228-8776.

Reiki Share—6:30–9pm Fourth Thursdays. Experience Reiki’s healing touch by giving or receiving. All welcome. Free. Aquarian Sun, 212A Main St., Lincoln Park.973-686-9100. AquarianSun.net.

Morning Meditation—10–11am Fridays. Held at The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., Chester. RSVP at 908879-3937.More info at TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com.

Potluck and Spiritual Chat—7-9pm. Free. Bring a potluck dish to share, share in a safe, loving environment. Tree of Health Center, 55 Newton-Sparta Rd., Unit 107, Newton. 973-500-8813. Yoga with Daniella—7pm.Yoga for all levels. $5 suggested donation. The First Presbyterian Church, 11-13 Main St., Franklin. $5 suggested donation. Daniella.Hurley@yahoo.com. iwc Women’s Group—7–8:30pm. Thursdays. Therapeutic discussion group led by licensed professional counselors processing all life issues including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, divorce, life transition, stress, aging, care-giving, etc. iwc for medical, mind and body. 401 Rte. 24, Chester. Call for information: 908-879-8700. Hypnosis & NLP Certification—7–9pm. Become a certified hypnotherapist & NLP practitioner. Eleven separate classes and the convenience of paying per class, or do certification separate. First 5 for NLP and last 6 for hypnotherapist. Huna Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Rd., Suite 5, Denville. HunaHealingCenter.com. HunaHealingCenter@ yahoo.com.973-224-6773.

Qigong with Sal Canzonieri—11am-noon. Held at The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., Chester. Call Sue at 908-879-3937 for pricing & more info. TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com. Kripalu Yoga with Stacy Ackerman—11am– 12:15pm. Healing/calming mixed level class. Specialty is age 45+. Beginners always welcome. First class $10. Bright Heart Yoga, 1225 Sussex Tpke, Randolph (back building, 3rd floor). 973-216-5829 or stacyayoga@optonline.net Debtors Anonymous Meeting—5:30–6:30pm. Twelve-step meeting for those dealing with debt, overspending and under-earning. Downstairs Main Bldg. at Redeemer Church, 37 Newton Sparta Rd., Newton. 877-717-3328. Njpada.org. Drum Circle—6pm. Weekly drum circle to get your spirit flowing with the ancient healing art of drumming. Learn new skills; connect with others in this warm and welcoming space. $20/class. Breathing Room Center, 735 Rte. 94, Newton. 973-997-0116. HoopNDrums@ Yahoo.com. BreathingRoomCenter.com. Monthly Kirtan w/ Raghavendra & Tara— 7–9pm. Second Fridays. Bring your open heart to

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saturday White Oak Yoga—8–9am Mixed level. Taught by Elizabeth Bell. Sparta Ambulance Bldg., 14 Sparta Ave., Sparta.973-729-1900.WhiteOakCenter.com. “Men Who Care” Men’s Meeting—8:30–10am. First Saturdays.331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown.973-539-3114. Rrsci.org. “I Am That I Am” Guided Meditation and Practice—8:30–9:30am. Saturdays. With Rev. Sue Freeman. $15. RSVP 908-879-3937. TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., Chester. Prenatal Yoga—9am–10:15am.The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave., Suite 208, 2nd Floor, Glen Ridge. Spin & Stretch—9:30–10:15.The Wellness Center of Northwest Jersey, Randolph Medical Arts Building 765 Rte. 10 East, Randolph. WellnessCenterNWJ. com or973-895-2003. Tasting Life Twice: A Monthly Writing Circle—9:30–11:30am. Come to one session, or come to all. $20 drop-in. Interweave, 31 Woodland Ave. (2nd Floor of Calvary Episcopal Church’s Parish Office), Summit.908-277-2120.Interweave.org. Ascension: Guidance, Processes, Activations, & Integration—10am–12noon. Saturdays. Be the Master of your subconscious mind, achieve selflove, guide your child consciousness, and transcend the negative ego. $25. Portal of Healing, 50 Main St., Chester. 201-841-0358. PortalofHealing.com Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Meeting—10–11:30am.Twelve-step recovery for food obsession, overeating, under-eating and bulimia. St. Clare’s Hospital Dover Campus, 400 West Blackwell St., Conference Room C, Dover. 973 945 2704. Erm514@comcast.net. FoodAddicts.org.

T’ai Chi—10–11:30am. $20. Chambers Center for Well Being. 435 South St., Morristown. 973-971-6301. Overeaters Anonymous Meeting—10:15am– 12:15pm. Weekly gathering of the free support group that helps people lose weight and keep it off. Downstairs meeting room, Parsippany Library. 973-335 1717. Wjioa.com. Reiki Class—10:30am. Taught by Roxana Salas of the Roxamor Center. County College of Morris, 30 Schuyler Place, Suite 220 B, Morristown. RoxamorCenter.com. Prenatal Yoga—10:30–11:45am. Helps relieve back pain, increase flexibility & teaches relaxation techniques. KulaYogaWellness.com; 25 Main St., Stanhope.

Charity Yoga Class—11am–12pm. Different charity each month. Suggested donation $10. LokaYoga, 15 Church St., Liberty Corner. 908-655-5147. LokaYoga.com Integrated Yoga for Boys—1:15–2pm Saturdays. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294. Swingin’ Tern—8–11pm.Beginners’ Workshop, 7:30pm.First and third Saturdays. Contra and square dancing to live music. $10 adults/$5 students with ID. The First Presbyterian Church, 14 Hanover Rd., East Hanover. 973-295-6864. FolkProject.org.

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Daniel’s unique ability to help clients reach their deepest level of trance directly correlates to medical studies suggesting “greater states of hypnotic trance, produce more effective results.” He is often regarded as the “go to” hypnotist for many challenging cases as well as the more common weight loss, smoking, relationships, fears, habits, stress, anxiety, sports performance, etc. Daniel’s caring and integrative approach, and the positive results achieved, is what makes him a top choice referral for many medical offices in the NJ/NY TriState Area. Free 15 min consult available! References available upon request.

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Advanced Clinical Hypnosis using an interactive, personalized technique; based on a lengthy interview at our first session and dialogues at following sessions. I don’t talk “at” you; we both speak before and during your hypnosis. I also teach you self-hypnosis. Specializing in weight, stress, smoking, chronic pain, test taking, anger, sports, obsessive thoughts, sensitive substances, sleep, fears, confidence, and attention issues. Hypnosis can get you unstuck in virtually any area of your life. 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.

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