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pring is here and I’m feeling the love! With such glorious weather, I’ve been spending every moment I can outside. Hope you are, too. More and more research shows that sensible sun exposure is important to our health, especially in these latitudes where we get so little during the winter. The sun is our best source of vitamin D, which is now considered vital for bone health, and prevention of depression, cancers, autoimmune and cardiovascular diseases. There’s even some evidence that vitamin D deficiency is involved in obesity and diabetes. While D3 supplements can help, sunlight is the most reliable way to generate vitamin D in your body. So don’t fear the sun! Take it gradually so you don’t burn, forgo sunscreen on your body, choose chemical-free sunscreen for your face or for prolonged exposure, and try to get at least 15 minutes of direct sunlight several times a week. And did you know that you can boost your internal sunscreen by eating antioxidant-rich foods and superfoods like astaxanthin? You’ll find other health advice in this, our Women’s Wellness issue. In “The Hormone Balancing Act” you’ll find tips on normalizing your hormones at any age through diet, exercise and supplements. “Anti-Aging Skincare” introduces some new and some ancient techniques to fight wrinkles and sagging skin. “Liquid Taste Treats,” our collection of green drink recipes, will give you new ways to put health on the menu and help you maintain your youth and beauty from the inside out. Family and friend time is also important to your health, so make sure you take advantage of the opportunities that abound this month—Mother’s Day, graduations and other family events are just a few. But don’t forget you-time, especially if you are a mother who must meet both the demands of family and working outside the home. Feel free to accept some nurturing. Whether you take a walk in the woods, or spend a day at the spa, enjoy some time for yourself—without guilt! To all the moms out there, Happy Mother’s Day. We love you!
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“Who is Looking for an Answer to Awful Headaches and Migraines?” Dear Friend, Every day, people come to see me looking for an answer to those agonizing headaches they’ve endured for years. Many have been to several doctors, tried several drugs, and have had very expensive tests. My patient, Roseann, had migraine headaches since first grade. She’d been to generalists, specialists, had CAT scans, MRI’s, and been on some powerful medications . . . all of which didn’t help. She suffered for 20 years. Another patient, Aggie, just went three weeks without a migraine for the first time in years (she hadn’t gone longer than a few days without one). All that suffering, when the answer was just removing nerve pressure in their spines. Their cases are not unusual at all. “This month I’m reaching out to people with headaches.” It bothers me that many have been told there is no answer for them, when perhaps there is. No doctor can guarantee a cure; however, chiropractic care has been shown to help countless people. And, it’s not just migraines and headaches. I’m blessed to help people with chronic pain, neck pain, shoulder/arm pain, whiplash from car accidents, backaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, numbness in limbs, athletic injuries, just to name a few. I often see people who’ve come to me as a “last resort.” As a chiropractor, I do things differently. I’m not going to give you medications to cover up symptoms because my job is to get to the root cause of the health problems. You need to know that I don’t “cure” anyone. Your body is designed to always strive to heal itself. Sometimes, nerve interference gets in the way of that inborn striving towards health. What I do is remove nerve pressure, and allow the body to heal itself. I’m not a miracle worker; your body is the real miracle. Although all people respond differently to care, most people who see a chiropractor are satisfied. Thanks, and God Bless. Fred Rossi, D.C. Bring in this article by May 31st and I’ll give you a new patient exam for $67 with x-rays, paraspinal thermal imaging . . . the whole thing ($260 value). Further care is very affordable and you’ll be happy to know that we have family plans. You can call me, or Maya, at ROSSI FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC. We can help you.
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newsbriefs Pedal to Preserve the Best of New Jersey
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et your heart pumping and feet pedaling for a great cause on Sunday, June 3, as the Land Conservancy of New Jersey (TLC-NJ) hosts its first Pedal for Preservation bike event. Participants will ride on the Columbia Trail, a Rail to Trail route that is known as one of the most beautiful rides in New Jersey. Riders will start and finish at West Morris Central High School, 259 Bartley Rd, Chester. The Land Conservancy of New Jersey, headquartered in Boonton, is a nonprofit member-supported organization dedicated to preserving and protecting New Jersey’s vital natural lands and drinking water resources. The Pedal for Preservation event offers the chance to team up with TLC-NJ by participating as a rider, team member, sponsor, donor or volunteer. Pay a flat registration fee or help fundraise by getting friends and family to sponsor your ride. Registration on the day of the event begins at 8am. According to Conservancy president David Epstein, “This family friendly off-road biking experience is geared toward riders of all biking abilities. The day will feature good food, a great ride, and fun for everyone. Best of all, riders will be pedaling to preserve the best of New Jersey—the beautiful natural lands that are so special to us all!” Proceeds from Pedal for Preservation will help fund the Land Conservancy of New Jersey’s land preservation work. To register online, visit Active.com/cycling/chester-nj/theland-conservancy-of-new-jerseys-pedal-for-preservation-thecolumbia-trail-2012. For mail-in registration or to learn more, visit TLC-NJ.org. Volunteers are also needed; contact Rosalie Lavinthal at RLavinthal@tlc-nj.org.
Uncover Your Hidden Food Allergies
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oin Christine Grasso, holistic health and nutrition coach and yoga teacher, on May 16 from 8pm to 9:30pm for a free workshop on “The 5 ‘Healthy’ Foods That Could Be Ruining Your Health.” During the workshop, to be held at Purple Om Yoga studio, 3118 Route 10 West, Denville, Grasso will review the top Christine Grasso five food allergens that could be compromising your health, teach participants how to identify their problem foods and discuss some of the common side effects from hidden food allergies. Grasso believes that hidden food sensitivities may be the culprit behind weight-loss resistance. Studies have shown that 75 percent of people in the U.S. have a food sensitivity of some kind. Common food sensitivity symptoms include stomach or abdominal pain, gas and bloating, diarrhea, constipation, acid reflux, unexplained weight loss or weight gain, irritability, anxiety, fatigue and brain fog, ADD/ADHD, bone and joint pain, skin breakouts, asthma, and sinus congestion. Grasso supports women struggling with weight loss by identifying their hidden food sensitivities and healing digestive problems to help them lose those stubborn pounds. She now offers food allergy analysis as part of her health coaching programs, using both customized cleanses and IgG food sensitivity blood testing. As Grasso notes, “Identifying my hidden food allergies was an essential part of healing myself of acid reflux and IBS. It also cleared up my seasonal allergies and congestion so I no longer need to rely on conventional medicines. As part of my healing process, I went from a size 12 to a size 2.” Preregistration is required by May 14 at PurpleOmYoga. com. Call Christine Grasso at 201-787-4950 or email Christine. Grasso@hotmail.com with questions. See ad on page 44.
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ony Burroughs, co-founder of the Intenders of the Highest Good, will conduct a 40-city tour through July to discuss his latest book, The Law of Agreement, and host Intenders Circles. The bestselling author, storyteller and community-maker, who has been living by the Laws of Manifestation for more than 25 years, will share his heartfelt visions and insights of self-empowerment on June 1 at 280 Elkwood Ave., New Providence, beginning with a potluck supper at 6:30pm. In the first part of the two-hour event, he will speak about the transition the human race is currently going Tony Burroughs through and how to apply the Law of Agreement and the Intention Process to make our personal lives more fulfilling and our world a better place to live in. In the second hour, he will lead an Intenders Circle in which everyone is given the opportunity to share their Gratitudes and Intentions. The evening’s fee is $20. Burroughs, the creator of the Vision Alignment Project, is the author of nine books, including The Intenders Handbook and The Code: 10 Intentions for a Better World. He has also produced three full-length films and many videos available on YouTube on personal empowerment and community making. For more information, call Melissa at 908-255-2700 or email ChipSterraz@ yahoo.com. Visit HighestLighthouse.com/events.html or Intenders.com.
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newsbriefs Astrology Study Group Open to New Members
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unique astrology study group in Livingston is accepting new members to its weekly classes. The group is led by Eytan Tsioni, a consulting Western Astrologer, Level 4 certified by the NCGR (National Council for Geocosmic Research). Students learn theories of basic and advanced astrological techniques and practice with their own astrological charts as well as charting guests. Guests can be family, friends, relatives or anyone who is willing to share and give feedback. During the class, students interpret a guest’s chart, which lists the details of the guest’s personality, life potentials, past events, future challenges, and windows of opportunities as seen in the chart. The guests, for a nominal fee, receive beneficial information that would cost much more were they to get a private reading, while the students gain immediate feedback and validation from the guests. An exchange of ideas and learning from other students in the class provides enrichment and knowledge for all participants. Those who have some knowledge of astrology are encouraged to join the study group. Those who have no knowledge of astrology but are interested in learning the craft while participating in the classes are encouraged to take introductory private classes with Tsioni. For more information, call Eytan Tsioni at 973-985-8845 or email Info@ innercycles.com.
Morris Habitat Restore Moves to Convenient New Location
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n Wednesday, May 2, Morris Habitat will relocate its offices and ReStore to 274 South Salem Street, Randolph. After almost five years in the original location, it was time for a bigger site to match the rapid growth of the ReStore, which sells new and gently used building supplies, furniture, windows, lighting, paint, and more at discounted prices to the public. This new facility will have 20 percent more warehouse sales and presentation space, as well as significantly more parking spaces. Starting May 2, drop-off donations will be accepted at the new Randolph location during regular ReStore hours: 10am to 4pm Wednesday through Sunday, and until 8pm Thursday. Proceeds from the ReStore go toward building safe, decent, affordable housing for local families in need. Since the ReStore opened in May 2007, funds from its proceeds have built six homes in Morris County and surrounding areas. In addition, the ReStore promotes recycling and re-use and has diverted more than 2,000 tons of useable material from ending up in landfills. To learn more, visit MorrisRestore.org or call 973-366-3358. 10
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Hypnosis Counseling Center Offers Wellness Weekend Workshops
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he Hypnosis Counseling Center of New Jersey and the Folke Institute for Transformative Learning will present their first Wellness Weekend Workshop on Friday, June 22, to Sunday, June 24, at the Rutgers University Conference Center in New Brunswick. The workshops provide opportunities for personal growth and renewal, physical and emotional awareness, and developing skills to living a mindful life. Workshop topics include Healthy and Conscious Eating, Mindful Living, Attaining Inner Peace and Harmony, Learning to Communicate with Self and Others, and Hypnosis, a medically approved method of tapping the normally inaccessible power of the mind and correcting negative behavior. The weekend will also include opportunities for rest, relaxation, reflection, and restoration with daily meditation and yoga. Barry Wolfson, director of the Hypnosis Counseling Center, will facilitate the workshop with Carrie Spell-Hansson, executive director of the Folke Institute. Wolfson holds a master’s degree in counseling and has 26 years of proven success in the art of hypnosis. Spell-Hansson holds master’s degrees in organizational development and human development and has more than 25 years of working with individuals, groups and organizations to promote and enhance personal and organizational effectiveness. The cost for this first weekend workshop is $225 per person when registering by May 22; $250 per person thereafter. Healthy gourmet meals are included. For more information and to register, call 908-996-3311 or visit WellnessWeekendWorkshops.com. See ad on page 15.
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Detoxify Your Beauty Regimen
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omen, on average, apply 15 personal products daily. This can mean exposure to hundreds of chemicals each day. Research indicates that many personal care products contain chemicals linked to a variety of serious diseases including cancer, birth defects and skin problems. Of course, it’s not practical to go into the bathroom and clear out every personal product we own. But we can replace the following common “most toxic” products with safe, natural ones.
Lipstick: Based on studies from the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, many top brands of lipstick have been shown to contain lead. Two thirds of the 33 brands studied contained Dr. Melissa Gagne detectable levels of lead. Half of the samples tested contained levels of lead above the recommended limit for lead in candy. Lead is a potent neurotoxin and has been linked to many health problems. Body Lotion: Filled with synthetic fragrance and preservatives, body lotion is highly toxic. Parabens, used as preservatives in body lotion, have been implicated in increasing breast cancer risk, disrupting normal endocrine (hormone) function, impairing fertility and fetal development. According to a study published in 2004 by the Journal of Toxicology, “….18 out of 20 breast tumors contained significant concentrations of parabens.” Perfume: Many perfumes, since they’re made up of synthetic fragrance and therefore synthetic chemicals, should also be avoided. The fragrance industry uses more than 3,000 chemical ingredients to create perfumes and fragrances. Phthalates, used to disperse a fragrance’s scent, are found in almost all fragrant products. Phthalates are hormone-disrupting chemicals that are theorized to cause damage to the kidneys, liver, lungs, and reproductive organs. Detoxifying your beauty routine by switching to natural, organic beauty products can help to reduce your overall toxic burden. Call Denville Medical & Sports Rehabilitation Center, 161 East Main St. , Denville, at 973-627-7888 to learn about other ways to reduce your toxic burden. Visit them at DenvilleMedical.com. See ad on page 2.
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SOUR NEWS ABOUT SWEET DRINKS
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rinking sodas and other sugarsweetened beverages may increase a woman’s risk of heart disease and diabetes, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2011. Middle-aged and older women that drank two or more such drinks per day were nearly four times as likely to develop high triglycerides and significantly more likely to develop impaired fasting glucose levels, plus increase their waist size. The study also noted that risk factors for heart disease and stroke developed even when the women didn’t gain weight.
Cheese Is Better than Butter
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espite traditional cautions against eating animal fats to keep cholesterol in check, Danish researchers have found that eating hard cheese is better for the arteries than consuming the equivalent number of calories in butter. According to their study, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, when hard cheese accounted for 13 percent of participants’ daily calories, their LDL (bad cholesterol) did not increase. When the same individuals switched to consuming more butter, their LDL levels rose. The researchers were unsure what caused the results, but noted that cheese contains a lot of calcium, which can increase the amount of fat excreted by the digestive tract.
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Dr. Lawrence LeShan, considered “the father of mind-body therapy” and author of Cancer as a Turning Point, observes, “Getting cancer can become the beginning of living.” The Cancer Report, a practical, comprehensive guide to recovery, offers hope and healing, based upon facts and inspirational accounts of regained health, from testimony by both cancer patients and medical experts. Co-authored by John R. Voell and Cynthia A. Chatfield, the user-friendly report explains how thousands are achieving permanent recoveries from most forms of cancer—even when in its final stages. Cancer Report represents 30 years of inquiry into a century of findings among hundreds of physicians, psychologists, scientists, clinicians and counselors, many of whom continue to successfully guide patients through holistic cancer treatment. Contributors to the report represent experience with more than 70,000 cancer cases, and all point to the primary role a patient plays in his or her own recovery. One such cancer survivor is Greg Anderson. In 1984 Greg was told he only had a few weeks to live when he made the decision to heal his relationships with everyone in his life, including a former “enemy.” His physical condition began to improve from that day forward. He made a full recovery from his “incurable” late-stage metastatic lung cancer and remains alive and well 27 years later. Endorsed by leading experts such as medical doctors Christiane Northrup and Bernie Siegel, and Louise Hay, a renowned founder of the self-help movement, Cancer Report includes compelling summaries of case work from doctors and counselors convinced that the key to curing cancer lies in approaches different from conventional, invasive treatments. The book, which includes a 50-page step-by-step Patients’ Personal Recovery Guide, is written in simple terms useful to patients, health professionals and caregivers. It concludes with a 27-page Comprehensive Support and Resource Directory that covers the varied personal needs of cancer patients. Hay, author of You Can Heal Your Life, maintains, “The world is finally ready to read and put into practice the remarkable breakthroughs in healing outlined in this report, moving everyone from a [potential] cancer victim to a cancer victor. Even the well can benefit from this information.” To order a copy of Cancer Report, visit NAWebstore.com. Order by June 1, 2012 for $19.95 (a savings of $10 off the regular price of $29.95) plus shipping and handling.
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Alternative Healing Abounds By Joanne Flynn Black
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hose of us who are health-conscious have many options available to us. A growing number of traditional medical practitioners are now embracing the benefits of alternative healing as a complement to traditional medicine. In our own area, we’re fortunate that a major teaching hospital, Morristown Medical Center, offers an integrated approach to the treatment of cancer while an alternative healing arts cooperative in Mendham offers a wealth of holistic healing modalities.
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“Healing comes in all levels including self-promotion of wellness,” says Jean Marie Rosone, who’s the coordinator of integrative oncology at Morristown Medical Center’s Carol G. Simon Cancer Center. The Simon Center employs more than 60 healing practitioners who use Reiki, massage, and healing touch therapies to treat patients diagnosed with cancer. “These methods are incredibly empowering; they give people a sense of control,” says Rosone. “Instead of feeling helpless, patients tell me they feel peacefulness and relaxation when they are given a greater sense of control.” Terrance Welsh, M.D. from NJ Pain Consultants, also sees the benefits of complementing traditional and holistic therapies. “In medicine, everything we prescribe we determine by looking at the risks versus the benefits,” says Welsh. “Although there are few controlled studies to document the benefits of these healing modalities, the risks are low, yet the benefits could be substantial.”
Finding Holistic Health at the Room Above
“We don’t tell people to throw out their medicine,” says Maureen Mahoney, with the Room Above, a healing cooperative based in Brookside, part of Mendham Township. Instead, the cooperative’s practitioners focus on complementary alternative healing therapies that include healing touch, Reiki, Tibetan healing bowls, shamanic healing, feng shui, life coaching and integrative therapeutic massage. The Room Above’s six partners— Gina Bruno, Kathy Kane, Maureen Mahoney, Ellen Mooney, Susan Novick and Michelle Zanoni—joined forces a year ago to create a sacred space whose mantra is Rejuvenate. Transform. Thrive. Community. Joy. Those terms greet you as you walk up the steps to the Room Above’s studio, beckoning with a promise of what clients can find inside. Mahoney’s areas of focus are healing touch and Tibetan healing bowls, which bring energy fields into healthy vibrations, and open and balance the flow of energy. Her clients range from those who need help coping with stress to those undergoing chemotherapy. 14
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Gina Bruno offers shamanic healing, the ancient tradition of energy medicine. As Bruno explains, “An energy field surrounds the body and holds within it a record of emotional, physical and spiritual history. When imprints are (cleared) the history (can be rewritten/rewired), leading to transformational changes.” Bruno believes that we all have the innate ability to tap into our inner resources, but not all of us realize it. The benefits Bruno sees in her clients from her sessions with them include better focus, an optimistic outlook, increased energy, and the ability to be in touch with a part of themselves that they may have forgotten about—or never knew existed. Ellen Mooney focuses on Reiki and intuitive healing therapy at the Room Above. Mooney begins her sessions by making clients feel comfortable and relaxed—providing them with a safe space. “I do an energetic scan of their body and connect with their heart. Throughout my session I have feelings of empathy and compassion.” Through her work, she is able to remove blockages and create balance through the meridians. As Mooney relates, “I help people help themselves. They are able to let go of what is no longer needed . . . to be the truth of who they are and to receive what they need. My clients feel peaceful and have the ability to focus and are more empowered to enhance their health.” Michelle Zanoni, a feng shui consultant, believes that in addition to healing ourselves, it’s important make our living spaces as healthy and balanced as possible. “Both have a profound effect on each other. One is not separate from the other,” says Zanoni. “Feng shui quite literally addresses our living spaces and helps restore, reset, and reorganize them, supporting who we are and where we want to go next.” Zanoni’s clients usually feel a sense of relief and excitement after a consultation because there is a new energetic beginning, a clean slate to move forward effortlessly. “Change is not always easy; feng shui gives my clients permis-
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sion to change. I am there to support and guide them physically, emotionally and spiritually.” Susan Novick specializes in integrative therapeutic massage. “I use my intuitive empathic nature to guide me through the process,” says Novick, who has felt its benefits firsthand: Immediately after getting her first therapeutic massage, she decided that she wanted to learn it to help others. “I get positive feedback from my clients. Just a little shift in how one sits at a desk or how one bends and lifts can make a plethora of difference in their quality of life.” Novick also feels that proper nutrition, exercise and stress reduction go a long way toward ensuring a healthful life. She suggests starting with massage to feel the benefits rather quickly: “From there, slowly start incorporating small changes. Gradually you’ll branch out to other areas that nourish the body, mind and soul.” Kathy Kane provides life coaching at the Room Above, with a special focus on unearthing each client’s creative spirit “through accessing creativity as an attitude.” She helps clients realize their creative abilities by having them give themselves permission to create things that are “less than perfect.” As an example, in her writing workshops, she encourages participants to write from the gut—and just see what comes out. In a recent program she led for Dress for Success, a nonprofit organization, she helped clients tap into their “Audacity” muse—getting them to a place within themselves where they felt emboldened, finding both courage and focus. The Room Above also provides a professional venue for Leigh LaMura and Colleen McSpirit to welcome clients. LaMura uses the Tuning Fork technique, based on ancient healing frequencies, to help her clients gain clearer focus of their life’s path and direction. “It is as if the negative energy & debris is cleared away, making room for new possibilities,” says LaMura. McSpirit offers crystal bowl meditation, which helps balance emotions, enhance relaxation and boost the immune system along with creating healing where needed. Crystal bowl meditations are a gentle way to relieve stress: The calming tones and vibrations of the bowl help to balance chakras, creating a better flow of energy in the body. With the services offered by Morristown Medical Center and those available through the Room Above, we can call upon a host of traditional and holistic healers right in our own backyard. For more information on wellness programs at Atlantic Health’s Morristown Medical Center, call Jean Marie Rosone at 973-713-4774; NJ Pain Consultants, call Terrance Welsh, M.D., at 908-971-6824; The Room Above and its practitioners, email TheRoomAbove.6@gmail.com or call 973-531-7692. Joanne Flynn Black is (insert bio). Connect with her at JoanneFflynnBlack@gmail.com.
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Understanding the Four Key Components of Navigating Change 1 The Crossroads by Karen Basmagy
time in our lives with new strengths, experiences and successes. There are four key components to successful change; by acknowledging them, we can become who we truly want to be. This is the point in the journey where the level of tension or pain compels us to make a change. It can be wrought with anxiety, confusion, fear and uncertainty. We are standing at the edge. I like to think of this as a “jumping-off place.” We may seek outside support to help us clarify our decision to change, or we may turn deeply inward and use this time as a period of intense selfreflection. First Steps We make a move in one direction, but as we start to move down the path, we realize there are a zillion forks in the road! Yikes! Our anxiety comes from feeling overwhelmed as we realize there are so many options along the road. We may panic and think about pulling back now, but it’s too late. We intuitively know we can’t go back because we realize that although we feel unsure of ourselves, we may miss something wonderful out there.
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ince ancient times, humans have needed to tap into their creative spirit when faced with the challenges of life, whether finding ways to find and grow food, inventing the wheel or developing cures to disease. All were incredible challenges met with intense desires that eventually became the sparks and catalysts for initiating great change. At some point in time, while navigating our own personal dilemmas and challenges, we recognize that our extreme emotional or physical discomfort requires us to make some sort of move in one direction or another. The term crossroads describes perfectly where we are mentally at such times. It may also be thought of as the moment when, after much deliberation, we take a “leap of faith.” Before we reach that place, however, we may find ourselves stuck or stalled, so unsure of which path to take that we pull back and do nothing at all. It often feels safer not to act, which keeps us in our comfort zone, tied to the familiar. Though comfortable and familiar, the status quo nevertheless carries with it an underlying gnawing feeling, an inner struggle and discontent that compels us to make a change. To stay in the familiar is no longer an option if we are to grow. True change is borne of the deep desire for something better, something more. Admittedly, there are times in life when you must pull back. If your emotions are running high or you are reacting impulsively instead of acting with conscious awareness, having the wisdom to pull back and regroup can be a critical and much needed component to a successful major life change. Successful change comes when we reach a level of awareness about our decisions and don’t act out of fear, anger or impulsiveness. We acknowledge our fears and anxieties but act with purpose, knowing intuitively we will come through this
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3 Discovery and Exploration
This is a time when we may find ourselves exploring many paths simultaneously, trying to discern which of them have meaning for us and which are just temporary diversions from what we truly value. It can be an altogether scary and exhilarating time as we explore new experiences and gain more knowledge and insight, surrounding ourselves with opportunity and potentiality.
4 Integration of Old and New
This is when it all starts to come together: We have redefined ourselves and understand how to integrate our new and past experiences into who we are right now. We are still ourselves but richer, fuller, wiser. We can look back on our journey and have an awareness of the interconnectedness of all our experiences, past and present, good and not so good. We also understand that
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this is just one of many journeys we will take, and trust that we can weather each with more wisdom and grace than the one before. Consider the nature of the transition process itself: How does it relate to your personal journey? What challenges are you navigating in your life? What knowledge have you gleaned from your experiences? Understanding these four components to successful change will help you gain deeper clarity and insight about how to best move forward. Making decisions consciously and with great awareness is key. Don’t rush the process. Although we like to think the journey will be quick and painless, more often than not it isn’t. It’s hard work. If you are anything like me, having patience and being able to surrender to the aspects of the journey that are out of our control isn’t always easy. We may try to force things to happen. Flow while you go. Consider adopting the “take the time it takes so it takes less time” mantra that a wise horse whisperer shared with me many years ago. It will help you navigate life transitions and reach your goals and desires more smoothly, with a sense of grace and peace, while maintaining the integrity of the relationships with those around you. Finally, trust that you are exactly where you need to be along the journey right now. Karen Basmagy, owner of Ripple Effect Coaching, is a professional divorce/ life transition coach who assists others in redefining themselves and rebuilding their lives while navigating major life events. She coaches individuals and groups in person or by phone and is available for public speaking engagements. She also partners with horses in her practice, incorporating EAGALAbased Equine Assisted Coaching techniques as a means of personal growth, leadership and self-reflection. Call her at 908-894-5300 or email KBasmagy@rippleeffectcoach.net. Visit RippleEffectCoach.net.
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oday’s anti-aging toolbox is filled with promise. Tools range from at-home strengthening and refining creams to commercial treatment technologies such as cold laser, intense pulsed light (IPL), light-emitting diode (LED), microdermabrasion, photofacials, and skin tightening and rejuvenating ultrasound. Acupuncture facelifts make use of ancient Chinese techniques. Then there are the more invasive injectables, fillers and chemical peels. How do we know what is best for us? Whatever one’s chosen tools, Hema Sundaram, author of Face Value: The Truth about Beauty—and a GuiltFree Guide to Finding It, believes that women at any age have every right to pursue the outward expression of their inner beauty. The Washington, D.C.based medical doctor and board-certi-
fied dermatologist, who specializes in cosmetic surgery, supports a woman’s freedom to choose, without embarrassment or criticism. She emphasizes the positive effects of cosmetic procedures performed for the right reasons and notes, “Restoring the balance between a woman’s inner and outer selves can transform her life.” An at-home anti-aging regimen aimed at retarding time’s telltales and enhancing beauty lays the foundation for an effective partnership with an esthetician or dermatologist. Performed consistently, do-it-yourself treatments can help to maintain cosmetic work performed by skincare professionals. Popular, non-invasive techniques are explained here. Many take it a step further with a meditation practice designed to develop and project inner, spiritual beauty. NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com
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old rail lines or ride hillside moguls. Having the right bicycle delivers the most from any experience.
Choosing Wheels
Knowing your style and primary planned uses are paramount. Leading manufacturers, including Cannondale, Electra, GT, Marin, Novara, Raleigh, Scott and Trek offer many models for men, women and youngsters. Categories range from urban, road or mountain to recreation, comfort or cruising. Bikes designed for road and pavement are generally lighter and have more gears than mountain bikes, which are built with more shockabsorbing features, such as rugged suspension and rough terrain tires, plus more lower gears to help ascend inclines. Urban and commuting bikes feature a slightly more upright riding position that helps bikers and motorists to see each other better.
Steve Colmar, a sales specialist at REI’s Seattle, Washington, store, provides two key guidelines for choosing and using a bike. Regarding seat position, “Make sure your leg has a slight bend when your pedal is at its lowest point in its rotation. If the legs feel a little cramped, raise the seat.” Regarding handlebar position, “Many serious road bikers adjust handlebars to be a little farther away, so they can lean forward with more weight in their hands, while many casual riders prefer a more upright position, because that’s what they are accustomed to while sitting. Whatever you are most comfortable with works.” He notes that REI (rei.com) master bike technicians nationwide provide advice on selecting a bike, as well as free public bike maintenance classes.
Cargo Carriers
Some riders feel that shouldering a knapsack is uncomfortable, inadequate or hinders pedaling. Bikes can be equipped with cargo-carrying capabilities to increase usability. Whatever the length of trip, having the gear to bring along key supplies will yield more utility and enjoyment: Think water, food, spare tire, cell phone, etc. What about bringing home some fresh produce from the farmers’ market? For around-town use, go with a bike trailer for frequent large loads; smaller amounts can fit into one or two front and/or back bike bags. Local bike shops can advise.
Riding Resources
USA Cycling, the sport’s national governing body, is hosting 17 national competitions with expos around the country this year in mountain, road and track categories for juniors, collegiate, open and senior divisions, plus many other local events. Visit USACycling.org to search for nearby riding clubs and and year-round events. Since 1986, the nonprofit Railsto-Trails Conservancy (RailsToTrails. org) has been using former rail lines and connecting corridors to expand bicycling opportunities. To date, the Washington, D.C.-based organization
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n Track total mileage and roads via GPS n Use a heart rate monitor and log the encouraging stats has converted 20,000-plus miles of rail-trails and is currently seeking to add another 9,000 miles. Its largest annual participatory event is the 335-mile Greenway Sojourn, from D.C. to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, from June 17 to 24. Many parks and recreation departments support off-road clubs that preserve and maintain biking trails, and statewide bicycling associations welcome participation. Also check for information and opportunities via AdventureCycling. org, BicycleFriendly Community.org, Bike League.org, BikesBelong. org, ClimateRide.org, imba.com (International Mountain Bicycling Association) and PeopleForBikes. org. Pedal power to the people! Randy Kambic, in Estero, FL, is a freelance writer and a copyeditor for Natural Awakenings.
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arenting has more than its share of stressful challenges, and today’s moms are often frustrated by conflicting advice. As families search for answers to daily issues, a more holistic and natural approach, known as conscious parenting, has been gaining momentum. According to Lori Petro, founder of TEACH through Love, a child advocacy group and educational resource for progressive parents, conscious parenting comprises the spirit of cooperation, instead of traditional models of discipline and control. “We want to teach our children how to live in the world, explore, be creative, compassionate, learn appropriate expressions of emotion and think for themselves,” she says. To help maximize the rewards for all, Natural Awakenings asked several forward-thinking moms for their best tips on how to handle some of parenting’s biggest challenges.
condition moms dread the most. Making the baby feel as if he or she is still in the womb is key, she advises. “People try to not make any noise, but the reality is, babies often cry because it’s too silent.” She recommends swaddling the baby, swaying and shushing quietly in the baby’s ear—all to mimic the comforts of the womb.
Surviving the First Year
As a certified Happiest Baby educator, mother of three and owner of Gummy Giggles Baby Boutique, in Yukon, Oklahoma, Lori Simmons provides parents with essential tools and knowledge to help calm unhappy babies. She notes that while dealing with a crying infant is simply part of being a parent, colic is a NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com
The best advice that she gives any new parent is that it’s okay not to know everything. “Just listen to your instincts and understand that each child will learn and grow at his or her own pace,” she says. “Most importantly, relax and don’t sweat the small stuff.”
Weathering Toddler Meltdowns
Petro says we can better meet the challenges of these years—including temper tantrums, biting, toilet training and sleep problems—if we understand these situations in the context of a child’s development. During early growth, exploration and change, children typically have trouble expressing their thoughts and feelings, and that can prove overwhelming for everyone. So, what can adults do in the middle of a toddler meltdown? First, remember that it’s the rare parent that hasn’t had to deal with a tired, cranky, screaming toddler. Simmons admits to having handled her share of tantrums. “They don’t understand their own frustration, so it’s difficult for parents to understand the reason for outbursts,” she observes. Her strategy is to take the stressed child out of the situation. It helps to know that some hitting and biting is considered normal for toddlers, especially if they see it as an effective way to get what they want. Parents can put an end to it much the same way they deal with other inappropriate behavior, advises Petro. She suggests remaining calm, finding the root cause of the situation and acknowledging the child’s feelings and needs. Understanding why the child is doing it is crucial to making it stop. “Conscious parenting operates from the premise that all behavior is communication to meet a need,” she says.
Addressing Adolescence
According to Certified Life Coach Clare Seffrin Bond, although the adolescent years can be difficult, there’s plenty that parents can do to nurture teens and encourage responsible behavior. “The best parenting advice I ever received was from my mom, who encouraged me to grow into parenthood—taking it
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day by day, without the expectation that I would be proficient simply through the act of giving birth,” says this mother of two, in Richmond, Indiana. Rewarding relationships come through accepting the notion that children are individuals living their own journey, rather than extensions of their parents. “What parents see or feel in a situation is not necessarily what the child is experiencing,” Bond explains. “Taking the time to recognize the fact of individual realities can be huge in rethinking one’s approach to discipline.” She recommends speaking to adolescents honestly—even when it’s painful—and listening to them, even when we may not want to hear, or believe, what they’re saying. “Stay in touch with the fact that your relationship with your children is absolutely huge in terms of their—and your— development as a happy and fulfilled person,” counsels Bond. “Work hard at remembering your own teen years, including the frustrations and disappointments. Empathy and respect are essential ingredients in successful human relationships at every age.” To connect with Lori Petro, visit TeachThrough-Love.com; for Lori Simmons, GummyGiggles.com; and Clare Seffrin Bond, TheRoadToClarity.com. Beth Davis is a contributing writer to Natural Awakenings.
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he common wisdom goes like this: that the myth of “some enchanted evening,” when all is awash with the thrill of connection and the aliveness of new romance, is actually a delusion… a hormonally manufactured lie. That soon enough, reality will set in and lovers will awaken from their mutual projections, discover the psychological work involved in two people trying to reach across the chasm of real-life separateness, and come to terms at last with the mundane sorrows of human existence and intimate love. In this case, the common wisdom is a lie. From a spiritual perspective, the scenario above is upside down. From a spiritual perspective, the original high of a romantic connection is thrilling because it is true. It is in fact the opposite of delusion. For in a quick moment, a gift from the gods, we are likely to suspend our judgment of the other, not because we are temporarily insane, but because we are temporarily sane. We are having what you might call a minienlightenment experience. Enlightenment is not unreal; enlightenment—or pure love—is all that is real. Enlightenment is when we see not as through a glass darkly, but truly face-to-face. What is unreal is what comes after the initial high, when the personality self reasserts itself and the wounds and triggers of our human ego form a veil across the face of love. The initial
romantic high is not something to outgrow, so much as something to earn admittance back into—this time not as an unearned gift of Cupid’s arrows, but as a consequence of the real work of the psychological and spiritual journey. The romantic relationship is a spiritual assignment, presenting an opportunity for lovers and would-be lovers to burn through our own issues and forgive the other theirs, so together we can gain re-entrance to the joyful realms of our initial contact that turn out to have been real love after all. Our problem is that most of us rarely have a psychic container strong enough to stand the amount of light that pours into us when we have truly seen, if even for a moment, the deep beauty of another. The problem we have is not that in our romantic fervor we fall into a delusion of oneness; the problem is that we then fall into the delusion of separateness. And those are the romantic mysteries: the almost blinding light when we truly see each other, the desperate darkness of the ego’s blindness, and the sacred work of choosing the light of mutual innocence when the darkness of anger and guilt descend. Marianne Williamson is an internationally noted speaker, author of 10 books, Unity Church minister and a teacher and student of A Course in Miracles. Her most recent workshops focus on the topic of Enchanted Love: Building the Inner Temple of the Sacred and the Romantic.
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magine a diet that eliminates the need for calorie counting and never prompts a late-night rummage in search of foods possibly high in fat, sugar or processed ingredients; one that allows you to eat like you do now, except for one small change—the addition of a green drink or smoothie. A green drink isn’t a meal replacement; it’s a supplement (a starter or side dish) to the diet you already enjoy. Simply drink one prior to breakfast and if you are committed to optimal health, another before lunch and dinner. You can change the ingredients at will, according to taste. Fruits and vegetables are the most nutrient-rich foods on the planet, accepted as staples in just about every healthy diet imaginable. From vegetarian to omnivore to Weight Watchers diets, the green drink is welcome. After a week or so of drinking green, your body will begin to crave the rush of nutrients it receives and less healthy foods will simply lose their appeal. You will naturally gravitate towards foods that fuel your body, instead of foods that drag it down. Robert Young, Ph.D., author of The pH Miracle, has been in the forefront of promoting the fact that the body thrives when its pH levels are more alkaline than acidic. Disease-causing bacteria and viruses, as well as other abnormalities, flourish in an acid state, while the body’s natural defense mechanisms work best in an alkaline state. He
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writes, “Our glands and organs function properly in exact proportion to the amount of alkaline and acid levels in our system; eating a balance of 75 percent alkaline foods and 25 percent acidic foods is ideal.” Young reports that keeping your body in an alkaline state amplifies benefits such as immune system function, strength, stamina and weight loss. Fruits and vegetables, especially green leafy vegetables, are extremely alkaline, and drinking them is an easy way to consume more. According to the Institute of Medicine’s Dietary Reference Intakes for Energy, Carbohydrates, Fiber, Fat, Fatty Acids, Cholesterol, Protein and Amino Acids, the average adult needs about 50 grams of protein a day. Eating normal meals generally supplies that. Greens, despite the common misconception, also contain a good amount of protein when eaten in large quantities, which green drinks provide. Getting started requires only a blender or juicer, depending on the recipe. Juicing is great for a quick jolt of concentrated energy; the drink delivers maximum nutrient intake, and the absence of fiber enables near-immediate absorption of vitamins and minerals. Juicing is also preferred by people with digestive issues or those looking to cleanse or heal their system.
While blending a green smoothie reduces nutrient concentration through oxidation, by whipping air into the drink, it is ideal for people that need to keep their sugar in check. It’s the flip side of juicing, which can turn a fivepound bag of fruits and greens into a glass of concentrated fruit sugars, called fructose. Blending also delivers fiber, which helps keep the digestive tract in tip-top shape. It can even serve as a complete meal; you can add avocado or raw almond butter for healthy fats, and protein powder, raw chocolate and bee pollen for extra stamina and endurance—much more than what is possible using a juicer. In most cases, a typical blender will suffice. However, when blending fruits and vegetables with a harder consistency, such as carrots, pineapple hearts and apples, or waxy greens like kale, you will need more specialized equipment. Two professional blenders, Blendtec and Vitamix, are a good fit for home countertops. Spinach, chard and mixed greens make a perfect base for beginners. Just blend or juice them with a few sweet fruits and berries like banana, blueberries and apple to disguise the green taste. From there, you can experiment by adding more potent ingredients like kale, beet greens, mustard greens, arugula and watercress. Mint or other herbs add a refreshing twist. It helps newcomers to start with more fruits than greens, and then gradually shift the balance. For even more smoothie nutrition, try adding superfoods, such as puréed pumpkin, coconut milk or oil, nut and seed butters, avocado and even garlic. To assuage a sweet tooth, add a dash of honey or pitted dates to the blender. You don’t have to live like a strict dieter, athlete or nutritionist to be healthier and feel better. Just toss a few fruits and greens into a blender or juicer each day and drink to your health. Jason Manheim is a health, fitness and green drink junkie in Los Angeles, CA. His educational website, HealthyGreen Drink.com, was the inspiration for his book, The Healthy Green Drink Diet: Advice and Recipes to Energize, Alkalize, Lose Weight, and Feel Great.
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This refreshing summer delight is perfect for parties by the pool, barbecues and picnics in the park. Broccoli’s cancer-fighting properties combat carcinogens introduced to meat by a smoky grill. Ginger works to settle stomachs and has long been a remedy for heartburn. 1 crown of broccoli ½ small red cabbage 2 carrots 1 lemon (peeled) 1 green apple Ginger to taste
Peel ginger root and juice all ingredients together. Serve over ice.
StrawMint Julep
Think of this drink as summertime in a glass. Though the name traditionally has a less-than-healthy connotation, this vitamin-rich twist on the theme will leave partakers refreshed and energized. Celery and mint make for a smooth and clean taste, while delivering essential nutrients and properties known to help lower blood pressure. Bottoms up! 1 stalk celery 1 handful mint leaves 2–3 handfuls spinach 1 apple Combine ingredients and juice.
Berry Patch
This sweet treat is an easy way to introduce dark greens like collards into your diet. Collards have a strong, distinct flavor when cooked, but when blended raw among earthy-sweet and tropical flavors like kiwi and strawberry, they can add a spicy zing to a fruit smoothie. Mangoes enhance the health benefits with enzymes that aid digestion, glutamine for memory power, and heart-healthy antioxidants. 3 strawberries 1 mango 1 kiwi 3 large basil leaves 2 large collard leaves (remove stems) Water Fill blender with as much water as desired. Add collard greens and basil. Blend until smooth, and then add fruit. Pulse-blend to a desired consistency.
Guavacado
Guavas can be hard to come by and vary in size, shape and texture. Sort the seeds before dropping the ingredients into the blender, as some may be too hard to break up and should go into the composter. Also, some guava skin can be thick and bitter; test a bit of its zest before blending. 1 cup guava 1 avocado 1 cup mango 1 lemon (juice) Water Add all ingredients. Blend until smooth, adding water as needed.
Tropical Sun
Before the new day starts, treat yourself to a flavorful getaway filled with rich vitamins. Bok choy, categorized as a negative calorie food, because it helps burn calories, nicely complements tropical elements. Garnish with a tiny umbrella and feel the sea breeze. 2 bulbs bok choy 1 orange (peeled) 1 cup coconut water 1 cup pineapple 1 banana Combine the first three ingredients and blend until smooth. Add the other fruits. Pulse-blend to a desired consistency.
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3 leaves kale 1 bunch cilantro 1 cup spinach 1 cucumber 1–2 carrots 1 green apple Combine ingredients and juice.
Green Clean
This tasty concoction begs to be poured into an ice-filled punch bowl and ladled into frosty glasses. You’ll never know your body is detoxifying as you gulp this tasty summer treat. For those that find it a bit too sour, add an apple or two. Green Clean not only has high amounts of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, it is one of the most aromatically appealing drinks around—crisp, clean and refreshing. 1 lime 1 lemon 1 large cucumber 1 handful basil 1 handful mint 2 handfuls spinach Ginger to taste Combine ingredients and juice. Recipes courtesy of Jason Manheim, from The Healthy Green Drink Diet.
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The Hormone Balancing Act Natural Strategies for Feeling Better by Kathleen Barnes
H
ormones rule our lives; it’s a simple fact of biochemistry. In their role as the body’s chemical messengers, hormones affect every human biological system. Without them, nothing works correctly. Women’s hormonal systems are as complex as men’s, although vastly different. They govern reproduction, plus every aspect of health—including metabolizing food, proper immune function, physical and emotional responses to stress and the aging of cells.
Teens and Early 20s
Puberty and the early reproductive years should be the physical peak of a young woman’s life; when she is physically active and full of energy and youthful health. It’s also the time when breasts develop, hips widen, pubic hair appears, menstruation begins, and she becomes capable of pregnancy. The good news is that several studies by the National Cancer Institute and the University of California, Los Angeles, have shown that regular exercise undertaken at this age results in lower estrogen levels throughout a woman’s life, greatly reducing her risk of breast cancer and other hormonal cancers. Yet, C.W. Randolph, Jr., a leading bioidentical hormone physician and co-author of From Hormone Hell to Hormone Well, reports that
the ideal hormonal balance is routinely upset today. Culprits are obesity among young American women and the everyday presence of toxic estrogenic chemicals in today’s dairy products and meat, personal care products, plastics, food containers, pesticides and herbicides, as well as car exhaust. “These compounds often have chemical structure similar to estrogen and can act like estrogen when introduced into the body,” Randolph explains. “Over time, these substances can increase estrogen in the body, potentially causing problems.” Categorized as xenoestrogens, these hormone disruptors can cause rapid growth in breast tissue and have been blamed for the appearance of breast tissue and even milk production in girls as young as 18 months and the early onset of puberty, particularly among AfricanAmerican girls. They are also suspected in the rising incidence of breast cancer in younger women today.
Reproductive Years
Women in their reproductive years often experience extreme stress in struggling to balance family, work, relationships and a need for personal growth, along with economic challenges. Women’s health expert Dr. Christiane Northrup, author of The Wisdom of
Ways to Avoid Manmade Estrogens d Choose organic milk and dairy products. d Eat organic meats and wild-caught fish. d Avoid canned foods and plastic water and soda bottles. d Do not use lawn or garden chemical pesticides or herbicides. d Shed outdoor shoes before entering the house. d Avoid furniture made from medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and synthetic carpeting; these materials outgas toxic chemicals. d Use natural household-cleaning products, including baking soda and vinegar. d Choose natural personal care products, including shampoos, lotions and cosmetics.
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Menopause, blames the stress of modern lifestyles for hormone disruptions in women in their childbearing years. “The stress hormones cortisol and epinephrine can have long-term effects on all other hormones,” advises Northrup. Concurrently, many women sacrifice self-nurturance in order to nurture others. The first result is often premenstrual syndrome (PMS), which Northrup calls a “lifestyle disease.” “We know that this problem seems to worsen with each subsequent child. That made the connection for me,” she adds, “that with growing families and responsibilities, women no longer take care of themselves as well; no longer get the amount of exercise they once did. The body is quite forgiving in their 20s, much less so in their 30s.” Part of the result is the attempt to reduce stress levels by eating high-fat and high-sugar comfort foods. Weight gain, blood sugar imbalances and sex hormone imbalances follow. “Excess blood sugar changes the way estrogen, progesterone and testosterone are metabolized,” Northrup explains. “PMS and other problems of the reproductive years often go away when you get your blood sugar balanced, but—here’s the rub—you won’t get it rebalanced unless you are addressing the very real stressors in your life.” Due to the presence of xenoestrogens and Americans’ general fondness for processed comfort foods, women in their childbearing years are also increasingly afflicted by polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a condition characterized by overproduction of testosterone and other male hormones. Insulite Laboratories, in Louisville, Colorado, reports that infertility and early onset Type 2 diabetes, another hormonal imbalance problem, are closely connected to PCOS. The first priority for every woman at any age, counsels Northrup, is to get blood sugar (glucose) under control. “Get a glucometer. You don’t need a prescription. If your blood sugar level isn’t between 80 and 90 in the morning, you need to look at your diet and lifestyle. Getting this under control will create hormonal balance in the vast majority of women. It’s so simple.”
Perimenopause
The next hormonal shift overlaps with a woman’s reproductive years. Symptoms of perimenopause, or the start of menopause
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and the end of childbearing years, typically show up between the early and late 30s. These range from hot flashes, night sweats and insomnia to weight gain, fuzzy thinking and redistribution of hair on the body. Again, the presence of xenoestrogens and stress contribute. Women of other cultures rarely experience the intensity of perimenopausal symptoms that Western women report. So does that make perimenopause a lifestyle disease, as well? Emphatically yes, says Holly Lucille, a doctor of naturopathy, registered nurse and past president of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association. “Diet and lifestyle are absolutely essential to a healthy hormonal system,” which she explains in her book, Creating and Maintaining Balance: A Woman’s Guide to Safe, Natural, Hormone Health. “The biochemistry of the body is based on vitamins and minerals. If we compromise food and lifestyle choices, we are not getting the nutrients necessary to have a healthy endocrine system.” Weight gain is a particular concern during perimenopause. In their book, From Belly Fat to Belly Flat, Dr. Randolph and Genie James, cofounders of the Natural Hormone Institute, advocate a specific eating plan to override belly fat and related accumulating effects of excess estrogen. “In perimenopause, progesterone production usually declines rapidly, more than 120 times faster than estrogen or testosterone production. That’s what aggravates the symptoms,” Randolph notes. “Because women in perimenopause are usually still menstruating, they think their hormones are okay.” “The more body fat you have, the more estrogen tips the hormonal imbalance,” says Lucille. “Those fat cells hold on to toxins and place more burden on the liver, making it unable to effectively metabolize those extra estrogens,” which are stored in body fat and brought into the body as xenoestrogens. “At the end of the day, estrogen is a messenger, and its message is to tell cells to grow and proliferate. That’s what we don’t want.” When estrogen becomes dominant, several things happen, including a more rapid release of insulin from the pancreas, which triggers sugar cravings. “It’s not a willpower problem,” Randolph assures. “Too much estrogen causes you to pack on the
pounds in the belly area, and belly fat produces more estrogen. It’s a vicious cycle.” Lucille considers perimenopause the opposite of puberty and counsels, “While we are dealing with these changes, bringing some hormones on board for a short time can be a valuable tool.” However, she cautions, replacing anything isn’t the issue. “You have to look at the big picture,” she avers. “Putting hormones into a toxic body is like putting gas into a dirty gas tank. We have to restore function first.” Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) has been a boon for millions. Results of the Women’s Health Initiative, a national study of women’s health between 1991 and 2002, involving more than 160,000 postmenopausal women ages 50 to 79, sparked more widespread use early in the 21st century, when research began to show the dire consequences of synthetic hormone replacement. Northrup calls bioidenticals “nature’s ideal design,” due to the prescription of individually tailored doses, custom-made by compounding pharmacies. Although these are rarely covered by insurance, estradiol-only patches may be; however, additional progesterone and testosterone may still be necessary, depending on test results, according to Northrup.
Foods to Reduce Estrogen Dominance d Cruciferous vegetables and green leafy vegetables with indole-3carbinol to decrease xenoestrogens, including broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, spinach, celery and kale; two to three servings a day d Any citrus fruits, which have dlimonene to promote estrogen detoxification; one serving a day d Insoluble fiber as an estrogen binder, such as oats, berries, dried beans and apples; two servings a day d Lignans as estrogen binders, such as flaxseed, sesame seeds and flaxseed oil; two to three tablespoons a day Source: From Belly Fat to Belly Flat, by Dr. C.W. Randolph, Jr., and Genie James
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gen’s side effects,” Northrup says. “There is huge confusion about this: Plant hormones have different structures than mammalian hormones and cannot act as growth hormones. If you have too much estrogen, these plant hormones can actually protect against excess stimulation.” Her favorite is pueraria mirifica, which has helped relieve perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms in 80 percent of her patients within days. She also uses maca, from Peru, for its phytoestrogens, vitex, black cohosh and omega-3 fatty acids for hot flashes. “Some women go through these years and truly take their place as women of wisdom and power. They don’t need any additional hormone support; they have enough life energy coming,” comments Northrup. “Others may need to take some kind of hormone support their entire lives. Either way, no one should suffer.”
Seven Steps to Address Perimenopausal Symptoms 1. Good diet that’s heavy on organic foods and low in saturated fats
5. Stress management, as well as adrenal support via an adrenal glandular supplement
2. Vitex, or chasteberry, to increase progesterone naturally and help balance excess estrogen
6. Regular exercise 7. Bioidentical hormone replacement, if symptoms become too uncomfortable
3. Black cohosh extract, like that found in Remifemin, to control hot flashes and night sweats
Source: Creating and Maintaining Balance: A Woman’s Guide to Safe, Natural, Hormone Health, by Dr. Holly Lucille
4. Blood sugar stability
Menopause
If a woman has had no menstrual periods for 12 months, she is considered to be in menopause. However, Lucille asserts, “Menopause is not a disease.” Northrup touts menopause as the most creative and precious time of a woman’s life; it is often a time of spiritual awakening. “When the female brain passes menopause, the brain changes,” advises
Northrup. “In a sense, we move from alternating current to direct current; I believe that this is the way the brain encodes wisdom.” “Yet there are women in their 60s that are still having hot flashes. What should they do?” queries Northrup. Natural alternatives exist that are safe and effective. “Many herbs have been used for millennia that have estrogenlike properties, but do not have estro-
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Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Nutritional Applied Kinesiology (Muscle Testing) Class— Noon–3pm. Kinesiology theory & assessment of health and nutritional status using a map of the human body. Bring a partner. Practice session during class. $35. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.
Gifts of the Spirit—10am–6pm. Friday & Sunday, May 4 & 6. Clairvoyance, clairaudience, and clairsentience are the manifestation of the spiritual senses. The spiritual senses allow you to connect to unseen forces for guidance, teaching, healing. $333. Lisa Bellini, 23 Diamond Spring Road,, Suite 9, Denville. 908283-6375. Lisa.Bellini@gmail.com. LisaBellini.net. Retreat at the Lake—Toltec Teachings, Practices and Mitote—May 4–May 6. Stay in a gorgeous
savethedate “THE POWER OF POSITIVE MEDICINE” A WELLNESS GALA™ EVENT Saturday, June 23, 10am–6pm William Paterson University Wayne, NJ. Wellness gala mini-sessions offered all day along with four speakers. Bernie Siegel, M.D., keynote speaker. New York Times bestselling author, voted one of the top 20 most spiritual people in the world. Joan Herrmann, Radio host of CYACYL on NYC’s Apple radio. James Cowan, M.D., of the Cowan Wellness Center, specializing in alternative treatments for woman. Robert Kandarjian, D.C., acclaimed medical intuitive, healer & author. Ticket price includes mini-sessions with practitioners, workshops & speakers, $50 Buffet Lunch, additional $15. Visit WellnessGala.com for more information.
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Bible Book of the Month: The Four Faces of Jesus—9–10:30am. Learn how Jesus is depicted in the New Testament, making a multidimensional portrait. $20 drop-in. Interweave, 31 Woodland Ave. (2nd Floor of Calvary Episcopal Church’s Parish Office), Summit, NJ 908-277-2120 Interweave.org.
SUNDAY, MAY 6 One Spirit Festival—11am–5pm. The annual One Spirit Festival, sponsored by the Church of All Creation and the Circle of Intention School of Intuitive Sciences, presents readers, holistic vendors, free lectures and crafters in a positive and uplifting atmosphere. $5. Clinton Community Center, 63 Halstead
savethedate SOUND THERAPY INFORMATION SESSION Wed May 9th from 7-9 PM. THE DAVIS CENTER, 19 State Rt. 10 E, Ste 25, Succasunna, NJ; TheDavisCenter. com. Specializing in sound-based therapies for learning, development and wellness. All disabilities, all ages, all wellness challenges. Make positive change with sound therapy. We use The Davis Model of Sound Intervention and offer a Diagnostic Evaluation for Therapy Protocol to determine if, when, how long, and in what order the many sound-based therapies can be appropriately applied. Recognized as the world’s premier sound therapy center. Offering AIT, Tomatis, BioAcoustics and more. In office or at home programs available. Experience our powerful Sound Relaxation Water Bed! Discover how sound changes the energy of the body for a more balanced life! Call 862-251-4637; Info@TheDavisCenter.com.
MONDAY, MAY 7 Stop Smoking with Hypnosis—6:30–7:30pm. Through hypnosis, smoking cessation is easily achieved in a one-hour session. Eliminate the craving for tobacco while minimizing discomfort. $49. Union YMHA, Union. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com. Lose Weight with Hypnosis—7:30–8:30pm. Through hypnosis, weight loss is easily and painlessly attained. Shed unwanted pounds and keep them off in a safe, effective program. $49. Union YMHA, Union. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.
TUESDAY, MAY 8 Stop Smoking with Hypnosis—6:30–7:30pm. Through hypnosis, smoking cessation is easily achieved in a one-hour session. $55. Bloomfield Hypnosis Counseling Center, 554 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com. Meditation Basic—6:30–9pm. Basic meditation instruction including many Mystery School basic meditations, visualization techniques, mantra techniques, shamanic journeys. $50. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. LisaBellini.net. Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Past Life Recall— 7–9pm. Class taught by Christina Lynn Whited, spiritual healer and medium. Each person will be guided through a past life memory. $35. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816. Lose Weight with Hypnosis—7:30–8:30pm. Through hypnosis, weight loss is easily and painlessly attained in a safe, effective program. $55. Bloomfield Hypnosis Counseling Center, 554 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.
savethedate THE BEAR GROUP PRESENTS AN ART AUCTION AND DINNER May 24 at 6 pm Van Vleck House and Gardens 21 Van Vleck St., Montclair Discover the true connections between bears and humans. Join us in celebrating 20 years of commitment for the protection of New Jersey’s Black Bears. Your $40 ticket /donation includes a delicious gourmet vegan dinner & dessert, special guest speakers, a slide presentation on the true nature of Black Bears,“What would you do if you saw a Bear?” and signed original artworkfor auction. Tickets for sale at SaveNJBears.com. Or reserve your tickets by calling 973-517-0293
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 9 Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Nutritional Applied Kinesiology (Muscle Testing) Class—7–9pm. Kinesiology theory & assessment of health and nutritional status using a map of the human body. Bring a partner. Practice session during class. $35. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816. Reiki Circle Intro—8–9pm. Come explore Reiki and healing energy. Guided Meditation, Healing Circle, and brief Reiki sample; all questions welcome! $10 suggested donation. Miriam’s Well Healing LLC, 26 West Park Place, 2nd floor, Morristown. 917-202-0475. MiriamsWellHealing.com. Yoga of Eating Club for Women—8–9:30pm. Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. Learn to eat mindfully in a guilt-free way. In this ongoing club, find out how to avoid weight gain and emotional eating by reducing stress. Christine Grasso, Holistic Health Coach, Yoga Teacher. Register by 5/7 at PurpleOmYoga.com or to Claire@PurpleOmYoga.com. 973-343-2848. $59–$65/month. Purple Om Yoga Studio, 3118 Route 10W, Denville.
THURSDAY, MAY 10 Putting the Pieces Together: Self-Advocacy, Self-Esteem and Wellness—10am–3pm. Lectures, workshops and exhibition hall geared toward the eight dimensions of wellness for adults with serious mental illness. Free. Morris County Public Safety Training Academy, 500 West Hanover Ave, Parsippany. 973-463-9600 x 318. TCarlson@ CommunityHope-NJ.org. CommunityHope-NJ.org.
SATURDAY, MAY 12 Grandeur, Complexity and Plurality in Islamic Art: A Day at the Metropolitan Museum of Art—
savethedate FENG SHUI CLASSES IN THE DENVILLE HOME OF DEANNA TRUST May 14, 21 and June 4 Explore the exquisite depth and beauty of Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese art of placement. Join Deanna Trust in her frequently publicized and televised Morris County home as she unmasks the multifold mystical and spiritual aspects of Feng Shui. Topics include: • Inviting pathways and front-door savvy • Working with your floor plan • Power furniture placement & working with Feng Shui objects • House selection • Bathroom & bedroom Feng Shui • Your personal chi and colors best for you
$90 for 3 sessions TrustFengShui.com • 973-366-3570
8:30am–1pm. Robert Corin Morris offers historical perspectives on the newly renovated Islamic Art collection; guided museum tour. Meet at MMA or travel together from Summit Station. $35 ($30 Members). Interweave.org or 908-277-2120. Mini-Workshop Day!—11am–6pm. A day filled with mini-workshops, mini-healing sessions and a whole lot of fun! $25 for the day! Reader available for additional cost. The Art of the Heart, 15 Perry Street, Chester. 908-879-3937. Sue@TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com. TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com.
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Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Interpreting Medical Blood Tests Naturally, Part One—Noon-3pm. By Dian Freeman. $35. Covering the supplements needed to address out of bounds blood test results. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.
Health Coach. Sign up by 5/1 at ChristineGrasso. com, 201-787-4950 or Christine.Grasso@hotmail. com. $79–$89/month. Mt. Tabor Healing Center, 999 Tabor Road, 2nd Floor, Morris Plains.
Aligning with the Flow of Life: Yoga Workshop with Phil DiLavore—3–5pm. Practice sequences that help align our bodies, get us feeling good, and help us feel free to “go with the flow.” $30. Purple Om Yoga, 3118 Route 10 West, Denville. 973-343-2848. Claire@PurpleOmYoga.com. PurpleOmYoga.com.
Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Interpreting Medical Blood Tests Naturally, Part Two—7–9pm By Dian Freeman. $35. Continuing coverage of the supplements needed to address out of bounds blood test results. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.
Sunset Kirtan—5:30–7pm. Sunset Kirtan with 40year Kirtan practitioners Laksmi Nrsimha das and his wife Pattarajni. $10 suggested donation. Studio Yoga Madison, 2 Green Village Rd., Madison. 973-9665311. Staff@StudioYogaNJ.com. StudioYogaNJ.com.
The 5 “Healthy” Foods That Could Be Ruining Your Health—8–9:30pm. Join Christine Grasso, Holistic Health & Nutrition Coach and Yoga Teacher, to learn how to identify your hidden food allergies so you can lose those stubborn pounds and heal your digestion. Register by 5/14 at PurpleOmYoga.com. FREE. Purple Om Yoga Studio, 3118 Route 10W, Denville. 201-787-4950. Christine.Grasso@hotmail.com.
SUNDAY, MAY 13 Psychic Development—10am–2pm. Opening Up the Psychic Within. In this three-week course, learn how to unlock your true gift, channel your own strengths and understand how they relate to some unusual things that may happen to you in your life. $90. Sacred Light Center, Temporary Location, Morris Plains. 973-784-4211. SacredLightCenter.com.
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Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Class 4 of Dian’s Nutritional Certification Prep Course— 11am–4pm. Topics: Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, Blood Sugar and Weight Control. Meets every other week for 6 months. Those interested in sampling a class, RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.
Readings by Michael Zaikowski—11am–4pm. The Practical Maji (ThePracticalMaji.com) will be available for 30–minute ($65) or one–hour ($125) readings using Tarot cards or astrology. Call to schedule an appointment at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.
Stop Smoking with Hypnosis—6:30–7:30pm. Through hypnosis, smoking cessation is easily achieved in a one-hour session. Eliminate the craving for tobacco while minimizing discomfort. $55. Bloomfield Hypnosis Counseling Center, 554 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.
TUESDAY, MAY 15 Introduction to Palm Reading—6:30–9pm. This class is a prerequisite to the Certification of Level II of the Crystal Pyramid Technique. Must register for all classes. $35. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 9089632628. Lisa. Bellini@gmail.com. LisaBellini.net.
Lose Weight with Hypnosis—7:30–8:30pm. Through hypnosis, weight loss is easily and painlessly attained. Shed unwanted pounds and keep them off in a safe, effective program. $55. Bloomfield Hypnosis Counseling Center, 554 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.
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Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Series: Alternatives to Meditation—7–9pm. Locating your meditation zone through arts and crafts. Topic One: Finding Your Poetic Voice; Part One: Class taught by Robert Corman, poet and dialogue facilitator. $35. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.
Yoga Flicks at Studio Yoga—7:30–9pm. Yoga Flicks at Studio Yoga – The Zeitgeist Addendum. Vince Brink will give a talk following the movie. $10. Studio Yoga Madison, 2 Green Village Rd., Madison. 973-966-5311. Staff@StudioYogaNJ. com. StudioYogaNJ.com.
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Women’s Health and Nutrition Group—11am– 12:30pm. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. In this ongoing group, get ready for swimsuit season, boost energy, and stop stomach pain. Christine Grasso, Holistic
Adept into the Hierarchy of Light—10am–6pm. Discover and completely connect with your soul purpose, and receive higher light and knowledge. $395. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring
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Road,, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. Lisa. Bellini@gmail.com. LisaBellini.net. Reiki Level I—10am–3:30pm. Traditional Usui and Sekhem-Seichim Reiki. Learn how to balance yourself mentally, emotionally and physically. $100. Sacred Light Center, Temporary Location, Morris Plains. 973-784-4211. SacredLightCenter.com. Beyond Fear to Freedom—A Spiritual Warrior Workshop—11am–6pm.With Janet StraightArrow, Shaman-Teacher-Healer. Toltec tools and wisdom and powerful energy to help us find freedom and live the truth of who we are each moment. Morristown, 973-647-2500. Janet@BeTheMedicine.com. BeTheMedicine.com. Crystal Pyramid Technique Level I—11am–6pm. Includes manual, meditation CD and awakening oil. $333. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. Lisa. Bellini@gmail.com. LisaBellini.net. Make Your Own Mala Beads Workshop—2–4pm. Ages 16–adult. From a selection of semi-precious and wood beads, learn to create your own set of beads for prayer or meditation. RSVP by Friday 5/18 at 908-879-9648 or email RoyalYoga@embarqmail.com. $35. The School of Royal Yoga, 57 Main Street, Chester. TheRoyalPathwaysInc.com. Certification in Pet CPR—6–7:30 pm and Certification in Pet First Aid—8–9:30pm. $30 each or take both for $50. By Dian Sichta, Pet Tech Instructor. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816. Also May 23, same times.
SUNDAY, MAY 20 Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Class 4 of Dian’s Nutritional Certification Prep Course—Noon– 5pm. Topics: Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, Blood Sugar and Weight Control. Meets every other week for 6 months. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.
TUESDAY, MAY 22 Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Meet Your Spirit Guides—7–9pm. Class taught by Christina Lynn Whited, spiritual healer and medium. Each person will be introduced to her spirit guides. $35. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 23 Learn How to Change Your Life—6:30–9pm. Learn that with intent through the practice of visualization, words, emotions and prayer, you can bring forth all you desire. $35. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908283-6375. Lisa.Bellini@gmail.com. LisaBellini.net. Stop Smoking with Hypnosis—6:30–7:30pm. Through hypnosis, smoking cessation is easily achieved in a one-hour session. $49. Roxbury High School, 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com. Weight Management with Hypnosis—7:30–8:30pm. Shed unwanted pounds and keep them off in a safe, effective program. $52. Roxbury High School, 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.
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Reiki Circle Intro—8–9pm. Come explore Reiki and healing energy. $10 suggested donation. Miriam’s Well Healing LLC, 26 West Park Place, 2nd floor, Morristown. 917-202-0475. MiriamsWellHealing@yahoo.com. MiriamsWellHealing.com. Yoga of Eating Club for Women—8–9:30pm. Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. In this ongoing club, find out how to avoid weight gain and emotional eating by reducing stress. Christine Grasso, Holistic Health Coach, Yoga Teacher. Register by 5/7 at PurpleOmYoga.com or to Claire@PurpleOmYoga.com .973-343-2848. $59–$65/month. Purple Om Yoga Studio, 3118 Route 10W, Denville. The Tuning Effect—8:30–9:15pm. Bring mind and body back in tune by learning to harness the power of your mind. $49. Roxbury High School, 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.
THURSDAY, MAY 24 Working with Crystals—6:30–9pm. Learn about the healing properties of crystals. $35. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. Lisa.Bellini@gmail.com. LisaBellini.net.
SATURDAY, MAY 26 Palm Reading Special—11am–5pm. Palm Reading Special. $35. Lisa Bellini, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 9082836375. Lisa.Bellini@gmail. com. LisaBellini.net. Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Interpreting Medical Blood Tests Naturally, Part Two by Dian Freeman—Noon–3pm. $35. Covering the supplements needed to address out of bounds blood test results. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.
TUESDAY, MAY 29 Spiritual Gathering Service—6:30pm–9pm. Rev. Lisa Bellini will be holding a Spiritual Gathering Service. Meditation, inspirational message, singing, prayer, mini-healing, channeled messages. $10– $35. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. Lisa. Bellini@gmail.com. LisaBellini.net.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 30 Interpreting Medical Blood Tests Naturally, Part Two by Dian Freeman—7–9pm. $35. Covering the supplements needed to address out of bounds blood test results. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.
THURSDAY, MAY 31 Spiritual Development—6:30–9pm. Automatic writing, telepathy, aura viewing, energy feeling, healing energy, and much more. $35. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. Lisa.Bellini@gmail.com. LisaBellini.net.
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Beginner Yoga Adult Class—Noon–1pm Drop-in $25; 4 sessions $75; 8 sessions $130; New Student promotion 3 sessions $45. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294.
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Noontime Energy Enhancing Blasts with Sal Canzonieri—Noon–1pm Mondays. Lunchtime energy healing. $15. Register at 908-879-3937. The Art of the Heart, 15 Perry St, Chester. TheArtofTheHeart-Chester.com.
sunday Summit Unitarian Worship Service—9am & 10:45am. The Unitarian Church, 4 Waldron Ave., Summit. 908-273-3245. Pre-Natal 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. Morristown Unitarian Fellowship—Worship services at 10am. Children and Youth Religious Education at 9am. 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. 973-540-1177, ext. 201. Fresh Freedom Call Ministry—9:30am–3pm. This nonprofit organization ministers and serves lunch to more than 75 people each week at Fresh Anointing International Church, 23-25 Washington St (corner of James St.), Newark. FreshFreedomCall.org or call 973-713-2145.
Yoga for Kids—4:30–5:15pm 6–9-yr.-olds. Mondays. 6 wks. $69; $14 drop-in. Must register. Studio Yoga, 2 Green Village, Madison. 973-966-5311. StudioYogaNJ.com. Staff@StudioYogaNJ.com. Tai Chi—5pm Mondays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301. Meditation—6:30pm Mondays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301. 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.
Morning Satsang with Rev. Jaganath Carrera—10am–noon. $25. Presented by Yoga Life Society. Held at Serenity Yoga & Wellness Spa, 1244 McBride Ave., Woodland Park. YogaLifeSociety.com. Orange Unitarian Worship Service—10:30am. The First Unitarian Universalist Church of Essex County, 35 Cleveland St., Orange. 973-674-0010. EssexUU.org. 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 Sunday Celebration and Youth Program, followed by fellowship in Wakeman Hall. 25 Mudcut Rd, Lafayette. 973-3836277. UnityofSussex.org.
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Strength and Cardio Classes—Various times and locations in Long Valley and Chester. Spring session of Strength and Cardio classes begin the first week in April. Call 201-317-5871 for further information. LifelongFitness@yahoo.com. Morris County Career Network—9–11am Second and fourth Mondays. Practice your pitch, exchange business ideas, etc. Held at St. Peter’s Morristown Parish Hall, 70 Maple Ave., Morristown. Parking provided by Assumption Church at lower lot behind 95 Maple Ave. Ekujan@ccm.edu. The Radiant Self: Women’s Creative & Spiritual Exploration Group—9:30– 11:30am Mondays. Delve deeper within and discover your radiant self and how to express her. Must register. Nonrefundable $40 registration fee; $20 weekly fee. More info at 908-879-3937 or TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com. Ongoing Qigong with Sal Canzonieri—Noon. Mondays. Held at The Art of the Heart, 15 Perry St., Chester. Call Sue at 908-879-3937 for pricing & more info. TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com. Lunchtime Chi Kung (Qigong)—Noon–1pm Mondays. Held at Clear Mountain Zen Center, 22 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair. More info at 973-857-9536 or Miriam@mir-yam.com. Mir-Yam.com.
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Meditation in the Salt Room—7–8pm Third Mondays. Every class concludes with guided relaxation and a few minutes of salt therapy. $15. Must register at Info@RespiraSalt.com or 908-665-0333. Respira Salt Wellness Center, 472 Springfield Ave., Berkeley Heights. Reiki in the Salt Room—7–8:30pm Second and fourth Mondays. Enjoy Reiki in the salt room; includes guided meditation, intro to Reiki, chair treatments, and a few minutes of salt therapy. $20. Register at Info@RespiraSalt.com or 908665-0333. Respira Salt Wellness Center, 472 Springfield Ave., Berkeley Heights. Psychic Mediumship—7–9pm First three Mondays. Gather with two to five family members and attempt to contact the energy of your loved ones who have passed away. Bring a digital recorder. Held in Netcong. Call 908-852-4635 to register. Garry@Hyp4life.com. HYP4LIFE.com. Psychic Development Class—7–9pm Last Mondays. $10. Held in Netcong. Call 908-852-4635 to register. Garry@Hyp4life.com. HYP4LIFE.com. Herbal Medicine and Essential Oils, Physical and Metaphysical Healing— 7–9pm Last Mondays. Goddess In Eden (housed in Blu Lotus), 20 Church St., Montclair. 732-745-7455. VirginiaAhearn@optonline.net or Robin@ GoddessInEden.com. VirginiaAhearn.com or GoddessInEden.com. 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. Psychic Readings with Sue—7:30–9pm Mondays. Call 908-879-3937 to schedule an appt. Held at The Art of the Heart at 15 Perry St., Chester. Law of Attraction Meeting—7:30–9pm First Mondays. 973-383-6847 or Cindy@FreshLookonLife.com. FreshLookonLife.com. Fresh Look on Life, 31 Rt. 206, Suite 3, Augusta.
tuesday Astrology Classes—Weekly Astrology Classes in Livingston. Also available for private reading and tutoring. For more info call Eytan 973-985-8845. Chair Yoga—7am. Enjoy the benefits of yoga while sitting on a chair. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph. 973-866-5776. DrSimon@randolphprwc.com. RandolphPRWC.com. Open Sky Yoga—9:15–10:30am Mixed level. Schiff Nature Preserve, 339 Pleasant Valley Rd., Mendham. 973-543-6004. SchiffNaturePreserve.org. Hope@SchiffNaturePreserve.org. White Oak Yoga—9:30–10:45am or 5:45–7pm Mixed level. $10 or $50 for six classes. Taught by Elizabeth Bell. Sparta Ambulance Bldg, 14 Sparta Ave., 973-729-1900. WhiteOakCenter.com. Open Sky Yoga—10:45am–Noon. Beginners. Schiff Nature Preserve, 339 Pleasant Valley Rd., Mendham. 973-543-6004. SchiffNaturePreserve.org. Hope@SchiffNaturePreserve.org. Intro to Nia—3:15pm Tuesdays. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301. Awareness through Movement Classes with Diane Bates—4:30–5:15pm Tuesdays. 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. Preschool Yoga Class—4:30–5:15pm Tuesdays. More info at 201-2131294. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St. Morristown. TheWholeChildNJ.Health.OfficeLive.com. Yoga—5pm Tuesdays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301. Girl’s Yoga Class—5:30–6:30pm Tuesdays. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294. CHi Positive Energy Network—6–8pm Every other Tuesday. Northern NJ Spirit Connections, Business Referrals & New Clients. RSVP CeCe at 973-2857590 or CeCe@CHiConsultant.com. Held at The Paris Inn Restaurant, 1292 Alps Rd., Wayne. Visit CHiConsultant.com/eVents for details and directions. 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. Level 1 Hatha Yoga—7:30pm. Includes a wide range of yoga poses, breath awareness, alignments, relaxation, and meditation. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph. 973-866-5776. DrSimon@randolphprwc.com. RandolphPRWC.com. Meditation—7–7:30pm Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette. 973-383-6277. UnityofSussex.org. Mother/Daughter Yoga—7–8pm Tuesdays. More info at 201-213-1294. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St. Morristown. TheWholeChildNJ. Health.OfficeLive.com. Reiki Circle for Everyone—7–8:30pm First Tuesdays. Learn more about this natural healing modality or brush up on your skills. By donation. Andrea Grace at the Center for Natural Healing, Kings Plaza, Upper Level, 430 Springfield Ave., Ste. 209, Berkeley Heights. 908-963 7911. Info@AndreaGrace.com. Debtors Anonymous Meeting—7–8:30pm Tuesdays. 12-step meeting for those dealing with debt, overspending and under-earning. Downstairs Main Bldg. at Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church, 1 East Oak St. 877-717-3328 or Njpada.org. Sacred Light Circle of Intention, Prayer, Meditation and Healing—7–9pm Second & fourth Tuesdays. Suggested offering $11. More info at Divine. Alchemy111@gmail.com or 973-366-8765. Held at Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave., Rockaway. 973-985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com.
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The Spirit Gathering Church—7:15pm Tuesdays. Prayer, energy healing, discussion, meditation and mediumship. Facilitated by Rev. Susan C. Nigra, CHt. Held in the rear of Yoga West, 86 Main St., Succasunna. Donations appreciated. 973-691-9244 or 973-876-2449. Office@TheSpiritGathering.net. TheSpiritGathering.net. 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. North American Butterfly Association—7:30pm First Tuesdays. Frelinghuysen Arboretum Education Center, 53 East Hanover Ave., Morristown. 973-326-7600. 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. Betsy Zipkin 732-469-0234. Meditation and Healing Group—7:30pm Second and fourth Tuesdays. Sponsored by the Metaphysical Center of NJ, in Towaco. Free. Contact Peggy Tierney for directions and info at 973-299-0172. Book Study Group—7:30–9pm Held at Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette. UnityofSussex.org. More info: 973-383-6277. The Gathering—7:30–9:30pm First and third Tuesdays. Worship Service with Christina Lynn Whited. Offering of $10-$20 requested. Call 908-638-9066 to register. Circle of Intention, 76 Main St., High Bridge. CircleOfIntention.com. Happy Soles Scottish Country Dance Classes, Fanwood—7:30–10pm Tuesdays from Sept thru May. Last class before the summer break is May 22. Beginners welcome; no exp. or partner necessary. Fanwood Presbyterian Church, 74 S. Martine Ave. at LaGrande Ave., Fanwood. $3 per class. More info at 732-356-3923 or Loretta.Holz@gmail.com.
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. Free 8 Week Vinyasa Yoga—-9:15am–10:15am. Free. First Presbyterian Church of Springfield, 37 Church Mall Rd, Springfield. Reserve: 973-3794320. Ptspin@hotmail.com. Chakra Yoga with Chant and Tibetan Yoga—9:30– 10:45am Wednesdays. Westfield Yoga, 231 Elmer St., Westfield. Call 908-232-1355 for details.
vascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301. Zumba—5:30pm Wednesdays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301. Chi Kung (Qigong) for Women—5:30–6:30pm meets every week in Verona to practice gentle, relaxing, and healing movement. All ages and levels welcome. Info and directions at 973-857-9536.
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.
Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga with Karin Stoetzer—5:30– 6:30pm Wednesdays. 10 classes, $150; $17 drop-ins. Held at The Room Above, 2 East Main St., Mendham-Brookside. TheRoomAbove.6@gmail.com. Connect with Karin at 973-392-7795 or Karin@ MelodicYoga.com.
Kundalini Yoga—10am Wednesdays. Upper Montclair. 908-884-4984. Akalsukh@gmail.com. AkalsukhSingh.com.
Guided Meditation & Chanting—6–7pm Westfield Yoga Studio, 231 Elmer St., Westfield. $14 per class or $72 for 6. Preregister at 908-232-1355.
Children’s Yoga—10–11am. For ages 3–5. Must be toilet trained. This is a drop-off class. $20/class; $100 for all 6 classes. Respira Salt Wellness Center, 17 Briarwood Drive West, Berkeley Heights. 908665-0333. Info@respirasalt.com. respirasalt.com.
Beginner Yoga Adult Class—6:15–7:15pm Wednesdays. Drop-ins $20; 4 sessions $65; 8 sessions $120. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294.
Vinyasa Yoga with Katarina (Kat) Baresic—11am Wednesdays. Mixed level (Beginner/Intermediate). Yoga West Holistic Center, 86 Main St., Succasunna. YogaWest.com. 973-584-6664. Healing Meditations with Rev. Frankie—Noon. Center for Spiritual Living, 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. Free. 973-539-3333. Cardio/Pilates Apparatus Circuit *NEW*— noon. Pilates at Pro Physical Therapy, 2 Emery Avenue, Randolph. 973-895-9925. Pilateswithamy@ verizon.net. Proptnj.com. Healing Touch Sessions with Maureen Mahoney—1:30pm–4:30pm. By appointment. The Room Above, 2 East Main St., Brookside. 973-5436329. MMahon123@aol.com.
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Yoga/Pilates Fusion—3:30pm Wednesdays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.
White Oak Center Organic Co-Op—Every other Wednesday. Delivered by Albert’s Organics.
Restorative Yoga—4:30pm Wednesdays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardio-
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. Adult Yoga Class—6:30–7:30pm Wednesdays. Drop-in $25. 4 sessions, $75; 8 sessions, $130; New Student Three sessions, $45. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294. A Course in Miracles—7–8:30pm Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. MiraclesCourse.org. Fanwood. Peter Ferraro. 908-322-8181. 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. 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.
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A Course in Miracles Study Group—7:15–9pm Westfield Yoga Studio, 231 Elmer St., Westfield. $10. Call in advance 908-232-1355.
life. $35. Must register at 973-647-2500. Janet StraightArrow, 18 Bank St., Suite 300, Morristown. BeTheMedicine.com.
The Morris County (West) Chapter of Holistic Moms Network—7:30pm First Wednesdays. Held at Chester Field House, 107 Seminary Ave., Chester. InfoHMNWestMorris@yahoo.com
Talk & Tour with Tyrone—10am–noon. Whole Foods Market, 235 Prospect Ave. West Orange. Call 973-669-3196.
Sierra Club General Meeting—7:30pm Loantaka Group. Second Wednesdays. Library of the Chathams, 214 Main St, Chatham. Directions: NewJersey.SierraClub.org. Health & Wellness Professional Network ~Wellness Seminars—7:30–8:30pm Maplewood Memorial Library. Co-sponsored by HWPN and the Maplewood Library. Info Ilona Hress at GrowConscious@optonline.net. HWPN.org. International Folk Dancing—7:30–11pm Wednesdays. First hour dedicated to beginners and new dances. Mountain Lakes Community Church, 48 Briarcliff Rd., Mountain Lakes. $5. 973-627-4386 or 973-539-7020 or 973-635-4913. 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. Reiki Circle—8–9pm Wednesdays. Gentle intro to Reiki, guided meditation and Reiki sample. Questions welcome. $10 suggested donation. Miriam’s Well Healing at Wellness on the Green, 26 W. Park Pl., 2nd Fl., Morristown. 917-202-0475. MiriamsWellHealing @yahoo.com. MiriamsWellHealing.com.
thursday Yoga with Kathleen Margiotta—8–9am Thursdays. Held at The Room Above, 2 East Main St., Mendham-Brookside. For more info and to register, email TheRoomAbove.6@gmail.com. Morning Chi Kung (Qigong)—8:30–9:15am. All welcome. Movement is simple and adjustable to your needs. The WAE Center at Temple B’nai Shalom, 300 Pleasant Valley Way, W. Orange. 973-857-9536. Be the Medicine ~ Refresh, Renew and Reclaim You—10am–Noon. Second and fourth Thursdays. Deep meditation, teachings and tools to live your
Beginner Yoga Adult Class—11am–noon. Thursdays. Drop-ins, $20; 4 sessions, $65; 8 sessions, $120. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294. Intro to Yoga Pilates—Noon. Thursdays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301. 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, 15 Perry St, Chester. TheArtofTheHeart-Chester.com. White Oak Yoga—4:15–5:15pm Gentle Yoga. Taught by Elizabeth Bell. Sparta Ambulance Bldg, 14 Sparta Ave., 973-729-1900. WhiteOakCenter.com. Personalized Fitness Consultations—5–8pm Thursdays. Learn how to lose weight and tone safely and effectively, and what to buy to set up your in-home exercise program. By appt. $20. Ryan Chiropractic, 961 Rt. 10 E., Randolph. 973-252-6040. 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. Guided Astral Travel—6:30-7:15pm. 3rd Thursdays. This is for people who want to increase mental ability, have control of their dreams and create the consciousness that brings them mastery in their lives. $15. Sacred Light Center, temporary location, Morris Plains. 973-784-4211. SacredLightCenter.com. Reiki Share—6:30–9pm Fourth Thursdays. Experience Reiki’s healing touch by giving or receiving. All welcome. Free. Aquarian Sun, 1574 Rt.
23 N, Suite C, Butler. 973-686-9100. Suzanne@ AquarianSun.net. AquarianSun.net. Feng Shui Specialized Workshops—7pm. Continue to clarify how you want to create your life, clear clutter and find prosperity. The Room Above, 2 East Main St., Brookside. 201-400-4669. MZanoni@optonline.net. The Sussex County Chapter of Holistic Moms— 7pm. Second Thursdays. Guest speakers, “Mom’s Nights Out,” play dates. Connecting mothers who care about holistic health and green living. Free. Held at Holy Counselor Lutheran Church, 68 Sand Hill Rd., Sussex. 973-347-1246. TiggerNorton04@ gmail.com. Chair Yoga in the Salt Room—7–8pm. Stretch and perform gentle yoga postures in the salt room. $120 for six classes; $25 per class. Must register at Info@RespiraSalt.com or 908-665-0333. Respira Salt Wellness Center, 472 Springfield Ave., Berkeley Heights. 908-6650333. RespiraSalt.com. Poetry Well Gathering—7–9pm Second Thursdays. Share original work or your favorite poems. Suggested donation $10; includes tea/coffee and a light snack. Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave, Rockaway. Call Vicki at 973-985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com. The Mystical Poet’s Society—7–9pm Last Thursdays. Explore poetry, prose, prayers and intuitive thoughts of Mystical poets. Please bring your writing quill and parchment. $10 includes beverage and light snack. Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave., Rockaway. 973-985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com. Be The Medicine ~ Apprentice To You—7–9:30pm First and third Thursdays. Tools are taught to awaken you to live purposefully and freely. For healers, teachers, spiritual seekers. Janet StraightArrow, Be The Medicine, 18 Bank St., Suite 300, Morristown. 973-647-2500. BeTheMedicine.com. Express Yoga—7:15pm. Designed to take the kinks and stress out of your day in only 45 minutes. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph 973-866-5776. DrSimon@randolphprwc.com. RandolphPRWC.com. Taking Control of Your Own Health and Wealth—7:30pm Thursdays. Discover the difference between opportunity and success. Free. RSVP 908-461-0141 or drjerz@aol.com. 35 W. Main St., Denville.
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Western Mystery Study—7:30-8:15pm. Sacred Light Western Mystery Circle. Come and join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month. We share knowledge and discuss ideas. We are open to qualified seekers who wish to transform their lives for the better. $10. Sacred Light Center, temporary location, Morris Plains. 973-784-4211. SacredLightCenter.com.
20 Church St., Montclair. Call before attending first class. 973-857-9536.
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 non-judgmental environment. For more details visit ascasupport.org or ascamnj@yahoo.com. The Morristown Chapter of ASCA, Church of the Redeemer, 36 South St., Morristown.
Meditation in the Salt Room—10–11am 1st and 3rd Fridays. Every class concludes with guided relaxation and a few minutes of salt therapy. $15. Bring a meditation pillow or sit in one of our chairs. Must register at 908-665-0333 or Info@RespiraSalt. com. Respira Salt Wellness Center, 472 Springfield Ave., Berkeley Heights. RespiraSalt.com.
NJ Business Expansion Club—7:30–9pm Thursdays. Learn step by step how to organize and manage your business more effectively so you may succeed in this economy. Free. WISE Business Expansion Club, 324 Morris Ave., Elizabeth. 908-355-0300. Nap@Peravia.com.
Kripalu Mixed Level Yoga with Sr. Level Yoga Teacher, Stacy Ackerman—10:15–11:30 a.m. Begin each weekend with a nurturing practice taught by a seasoned teacher/yoga therapist. Beginners welcome. Yoga Way, 18 Elm Street, Morristown. Stacy at 973-895-9165 or Stacyayoga@optonline.net
A Course in Miracles—7:30pm. Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. Miracles-Course .org. Summit. Betsy Zipkin. 732-469-0234.
Overeaters Anonymous Meeting—10:30am– Noon. 12-step group to support those losing weight or wishing to maintain long-term weight loss. Free. Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church, 75 Ridgedale Ave., Cedar Knolls. Call before attending to confirm with Angie: 973-794-3443. Wjioa.org.
A Course in Miracles—7:30pm Second Thursdays. Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette. 973-383-6277. UnityofSussex.org. Health and Wellness Professional Network Scotch Plains Meeting—7:30–9pm First Thursdays. Bring business cards and brochures and network with your wellness community. Jewish Community Center of Central New Jersey, 1391 Martine Ave. Topics and info: Hwpn.org. Women’s Interest Group—7:30–9:15pm every other Thursday. Call to confirm date. Speak with women about health, marital, family and personal issues. The Riverview Marriage & Family Counseling Center, 43 Powhatatan Way, Mt. Olive. 908-850-5778. Gentle Yoga—8pm. An effective approach to develop flexibility and strength and encourage deep relaxation. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph 973-866-5776. DrSimon@randolphprwc.com. RandolphPRWC.com. TrumpNetwork Presentation—8pm Thursdays. Timing is the key to success. Held at Jersey Chiropractic and Wellness Center, 35 West Main St., Suite 202, Denville. RSVP 908 461-0141. Office: 973 625-7800. Drjerz@aol.com. Gentle Yoga with Daniella Hurley—8pm. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph. 973-866-5224.
friday 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 Healing Chi Kung (Qigong) Meditation—9:30– 11am, Standing and seated meditation practiced, Chi Kung principals and theory taught. Blu Lotus,
Morning Meditation—10–11am Fridays. Held at TheArt of the Heart, 15 Perry St., Chester. RSVP at 908879-3937. More info at TheArtoftheHeart-Chester .com.
Zumba—11am Fridays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.
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Reiki Share—7–9pm Fridays. Join with other Reiki practitioners and experience working on others. Suggested donation $10-$15. Divine Inspirations Bookstore, 217 Franklin Ave., Nutley. 973-5625844. DivineBooks.net. Chanting & Drumming Circle—7:15–9pm Fridays. Bring your drum or call to reserve one of ours. $5 donation. Refreshments available. Westfield Yoga, 231 Elmer St., Westfield. 908-232-1355.
The Minstrel—8–11pm Fridays. Concert series. Refreshments served. Admission $7; children 12 and under free. 973-335-9489. Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. FolkProject.org. Festival.FolkProject.org. Al-Anon Meeting—8–9:30pm Center for Practical Spirituality – Religious Science, 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. 973-539-3114. Rsci.org.
AA Meeting—7:30pm St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. 70 Maple Ave., Morristown. 973-538-0555.
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Evening of Prayer and Healing—7:30-9:30pm Third Fridays. Join the Universal Healing family to heal all life on this planet and in this solar system, galaxy and universe. Bring finger foods to share. Growing Consciousness, 54 Canfield Rd., Morristown. Free. 973-292-5090.
Essential Pilates—8am. Weekly. Try out a class for free at our award-winning studio. “Best in NJ 2011&2012!” Call to register: 973-895-9925. Pilates at Pro Physical Therapy, 2 Emery Avenue, Randolph.
Evening Satsang with Rev. Jaganath Carrera—7:30–9:30pm Fridays. $15. Presented by Yoga Life Society. Held at Akasha, 265 Rt. 34 N., Rear Bldg., Colts Neck. YogaLifeSociety.com.
Coffee House—Second Saturdays. Call for time. Performances by one or more musical groups, or open mic performances by singers, poets, and comedians. Modest entrance fee. Summit Unitarian Church, 4 Waldron Ave., Summit. 908-273-3245.
A Course in Miracles—8pm Every other Friday. Contact June at 973-366-4455. Miracles-Course.org.
Adult Yoga—7:45am Saturdays. Drop-in, $25; 4 sessions, $75; 8 sessions, $130.00; New Student 3 sessions, $45. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. TheWholeChildNJ. health.officelive.com. Gentle Yoga—7:45am. An effective approach to develop flexibility and strength and encourage deep relaxation. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph 973-866-5776. DrSimon@randolphprwc.com. RandolphPRWC.com.
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Hatha 1 Yoga—12:15pm. Yoga for You, LLC, Olde Lafayette Village, Building J, Rtes. 15 & 94 intersection, Lafayette. 973-714-4462. Psychic Saturday—Noon–3pm First Saturday. Psychic/Tarot Readings. $20/15 mins. $45/30 mins. Cassette tape of reading. SoulJourney, 194 Main St, Butler. 973-838-6564. SoulJourney.com. Integrated Yoga for Boys—1:15–2pm Saturdays. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294. Chow and Zen Healing Arts Center Saturday Sampler—Third Saturdays. Call for hours. Samples of different healing modalities: Art, Massage, Healthy Eating, etc. A singing crystal bowl circle starts at 4pm. 14 Bridge Street, Blairstown, NJ 07825. ChowAndZen.com. 908-362-1900 or Nikki@ChowAndZen. com. Free; Singing Bowl Circle, $15. Yoga—3–4:15pm. A challenging, yet relaxing class. $15. Melodic Yoga, 163 Rt. 46 W. Rockaway. 973392-7795. Karin@MelodicYoga.com. Facebook. com/MelodicYoga. Swingin’ Tern—8–11pm 7:30pm Beginners’ Workshop. 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. Open Mic hosted by Chris Fonden & Joe Fischetti—8–11pm Third Saturdays. Musicians, singers, poets, and comedians welcome to jam. $12. Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave, Rockaway. 973985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com.
White Oak Yoga—8–9am Mixed level. Taught by Elizabeth Bell. Sparta Ambulance Bldg, 14 Sparta Ave., 973-729-1900. WhiteOakCenter.com.
The Laughter Experiment—8–9:30pm Last Saturdays. Open Mic for comics. Must register by 8pm $10; participants and audience. Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave., Rockaway. 973-985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com.
“Men Who Care” Men’s Meeting—8:30–10am First Saturdays. 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. 973-539-3114. Rrsci.org.
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Pre-Natal Yoga—9am–10:15pm. The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave, Suite 208, 2nd Floor, Glen Ridge. 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. Nia—11am Saturdays. Nia offers light cardio, strength and flexibility movement blending dance, healing and martial arts. Yoga West, 86 Main St., Succasunna. 973-584-6664. YogaWest.com. Integrated Yoga for Girls—11:15am–12:15pm Saturdays. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294. TheWholeChildNJ@gmail.com. Back Care Basics—11:45am-1:15pm. Weekly yoga classes designed for common back issues. (No class May 26). Studio Yoga Madison, 2 Green Village Rd, Madison, 973-966-5311, StudioYogaNJ.com
New Hope Pet Rescue, Inc—Rescue group looking to rehome dogs and cats. NewHopePetRescue@ aol.com. Randolph Animal Pound—Adopt your new best friend. Sussex Tpk. and Morris Tpk. in Randolph. 973-989-7090. AllOrphans.PetFinder.org. Pet Adoption—Noah’s Ark, 1915 Rt. 46 W., Ledgewood. 973-347-0378. NoahsArkNJ.org. Angel Paws Pet Adoption—Adopt or sponsor a cat. Inman Ave & West St., Colonia. 732-340-1199. AngelPaws.org.
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Ann Ochs Colon Hydrotherapist I-ACT Certified, Advanced Level Certified National Board for Colon Therapy Body Ecology Diet Certified 26 Elm Street, Morristown 973-998-6550 • ColonHealthNJ.com AnnLivingWaters@aol.com
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Jennifer O’Brien is nationally certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She has extensive training and experience in the treatment of chronic pain, allergies, gastrointestinal issues and women’s health issues such as infertility. Please call for more information and to schedule your first appointment.
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Janet StraightArrow, Medical Intuitive, Shaman 18 Bank St, Morristown, NJ 07960 and by Skype and Phone 973-647-2500 • BeTheMedicine.com Janet@BeTheMedicine.com Experience Profound Healing, Learning and Solutions. Janet’s 43 years of research and practice in mind-body-spirit medicine, including intense study with renowned healers from around the world, brings a full tool bag and expertise to each transformational session and class. Medical Intuitive, Energy Healer, Reiki Master, Shaman, Mentor to Healers, Spiritual Guide, Integrative Healer and Coach, Soul Retrievals, Training, Ceremonies. See ad on p. 37.
CHRISTINA LYNN WHITED
Spiritual Transformational Consultant CircleOfIntention.com • 908-638-9066
Are you feeling stuck or blocked? Unseen energy from past lives may be having a profound impact upon your present circumstances. Change your life for the better in ONE HOUR! Experience Soul Path Clearance, Unconscious Scripts Release, Energy Healing, Past Life Therapy, and Crystal Bowl Sound Healing for pain, chronic conditions, and overall wellness.
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FRESH LOOK ON LIFE
Cindy Nolte 31 Route 206, Augusta, NJ 07822 973-383-6847 • FreshLookOnLife.com
Fresh Look on Life is designed to empower others to take a “fresh look” at their lives. Whether you are a busy professional in need of stress management, struggling with a health issue, want to change a habit, or develop a new understanding of yourself and the world around you, this might be just what you were looking for. Cindy Nolte holds certifications as a Reiki Master/Teacher, Animal Reiki Master/Teacher, Jin Shin Jyutsu Practitioner (Acupressure), Hypnotist, Past Life Regression Hypnotist, and in the Life Transformation Method. See ad on page 20.
SETTIE NAVE
Sacred Light Center LLC Follow me on twitter.com/#!/SettieNave Like Us on facebook.com/ SacredLightCenter 973-784-4211 • SacredLightCenter.com
Settie is an initiate in the Hermetic Arts, Esoteric Arts and Sacred Sciences. She is a Spiritual Instructor, Inter-faith Ceremonial Master, Nutrition Consultant, Kabbalist, FengShui-Interior-Designer, Reiki Master/Teacher, T’ai Chi-Ch’uan Instructor, Light Worker as well as an Art Teacher who holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and is New Jersey certified. She is initiated in the King Solomon Tradition and specializes in Kabbalah, Rites of Passage and Advanced Esoteric Training, which is training that empowers you and encourages you to know yourself and live a truly magickal life. It helps to strengthen your life force, prepare you to work with high magick, motivate you to work in the light and use magick as a way of life in the form of a mystery school not a religion. Since 1999, Settie has successfully trained students all over the USA and Canada. See ad on page 11.
THE ROOM ABOVE, LLC
2 East Main Street, Brookside, NJ 07926 theroomabove.6@gmail.com TheRoomAbove.com Above the Art Studio, next door to the Post Office. Just … look up! (for Mapquest directions: 2 East Main St. Morristown, NJ 07960)
Energize your spirit and transform your life! Joyfully offering: Aromatherapy, Crystals, Dowsing, Drumming, Feng Shui, Healing Touch, Massage, Meditation, Raindrop Technique, Reiki, Shamanic Healing, Therapeutic Touch, Tibetan Singing Bowls, Writing Workshops, Yoga & More! Email now to sign up for unique workshops, exciting events, make an appointment or subscribe to The Room’s juicy newsletter. Visit us on Facebook: The Room Above LLC.
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HOLISTIC HEALING SERVICES AWAKENING WELLNESS, LLC
Hilary D. Bilkis, MS, CST CranioSacral Therapy • SomatoEmotional Release Work • Visceral Mobility Energy Healing Office located in: The Abbey 355 Madison Ave. • Morristown, NJ 07960 973-479-2229 • Awakening4Wellness.com
During a hands-on bodywork session, Hilary uniquely blends CranioSacral therapy with other healing modalities to alleviate chronic pain, headaches, stress and accumulated tension from the client’s body. The client benefits from the treatments on a physical, emotional and spiritual level. Using her intuitive abilities, Hilary facilitates and encourages the body’s self-healing process by removing restrictions in the connective tissue, removing energy blockages and stored emotion, and clearing soul programming. All of which may be affecting the clients health, ability to feel peaceful, centered and empowered in their lives. Take the first step on your healing journey and call today for an appointment.
AQUARIAN SUN HEALING & LEARNING CENTER
1574 Rt. 23 N, Suite C, Butler, NJ 07405 973-686-9100 • AquariunSun.net
Under the direction of Dr. Suhail S. Jarroush, PhD, DCH., Doctor of Clinical Hypnotherapy and Ancient Healing Arts, and Ms. Suzanne Bini, RSMT, Reiki Seichim Master Teacher, the staff of the Aquarian Sun Healing and Learning Center, a place of peace and knowledge, will help you heal your body, engage the power of your mind, feed your soul, release your stress, relieve your pains, eliminate your anxieties, purge your fears and gain control of your life without relying solely on prescribed medicine or over-the-counter drugs. Call us now. You are not alone in this struggle. We can help you. Visit our website for more information on our specialized combinations of ancient and modern healing techniques, workshops and self-awareness classes.
CRYSTAL HEALING CENTER
Alternative Healing & Spiritual School of Enlightenment Lisa Bellini, CPT 23 Diamond Spring Rd., Suite 9 Denville, NJ 07834 908-963-2628 • LisaBellini.net
Lisa is dedicated to helping people raise their vibration and facilitate physical, emotional, mental and spiritual healing. Lisa connects with clients from her heart and without judgment. Lisa is a graduate & Guide of the 7th Ray Mystery School & Certified RM, CPT, Ordained Minister, Hypnotherapist, NLP, Past Life Regr. Uniting ancient wisdom with modern modalities. See ad on page 23.
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Holistic Healing and Teaching Center Etheric Healing In-Person & Remote Group & Pet Healing - Medical Intuition Guardian Angel Readings - Aromatherapy Spiritual Development Classes & Counseling Holistic Massage - Raindrop Technique 13 E Main St - Mendham, NJ 07945 732-927-1116 - Support@healingaia.com healingaia.com
Our mission is to guide each individual in uncovering and healing the root of emotional and physical diseases by offering healing and guidance that assists on all levels— physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. Beyond healing services, we teach techniques to integrate healing, transformation and connection to one’s Higher Self, empowering each individual with the tools needed to achieve Holistic Wellness in everyday life.
HUNA HEALING CENTER
Lory Sison-Coppola Reiki Master, Past Life Regressionist, Huna, Crystal Children Advocate, Readings 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 5 Denville, NJ 07834 973-224-6773 HunaHealingCenter@Yahoo.com HunaHealingCenter.com
T he Center off e rs d iffe re n t modalities that will raise your Spiritual Awareness, heighten your vibrations. We are dedicated to understanding and providing for those with specific needs. Classes, Certifications, Healing sessions, readings and counseling are offered. See ad on page 17.
HOLISTIC NUTRITION / EDUCATION CHRISTINE GRASSO, CHHC, AADP
Certified Holistic Health and Nutrition Coach, Digestive Health Expert, Yoga Teacher Mt. Tabor Healing Center 999 Tabor Road, 2nd Floor Morris Plains, NJ 07950 and by phone 201-787-4950 • christine.grasso@hotmail.com ChristineGrasso.com
Want more energy? Hooked on sugar, carbs, or caffeine? Struggling with digestive concerns like acid reflux or IBS? Looking for balance? Learn easy, healthy recipes customized for YOU, master meal planning, and shed pounds. Experience stress reduction in a motivational, supportive, and guilt-free environment. Christine offers nutrition coaching and gentle yoga movement private sessions, group programs, phone sessions, and classes. Certified by the American Association for Drugless Practitioners.
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DIAN’S WELLNESS SIMPLIFIED
Morristown, NJ 973-267-4816 • WellnessSimplified.com
Nutritionist Dian Freeman and staff nutritionists LuAnn Peters & Brenda Woodruff of Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown, NJ, offer private nutritional consultations, Applied Kinesiology and Ondamed biofeedback sessions. Dian also teaches classes and a nutritional certification course in preparation for the national Certified Nutritional Counselor (CNC) exam. Also, to address energetic and vibrational healing, a variety of crystal and energy healers are available by appointment and LuAnn mixes personalized formulas combining various Bach flower remedies. See ad on page 17.
SUSAN RICHTER, RN, CNC, CCH, LDHS Next Level Healing of NJ, Inc 166 Franklin Road, Denville 973-586-0629 info@NextLevelHealing.com
Do you suffer from symptoms that do not prove to be a diagnosis? Do you acquire new symptoms when treating old ones? Do you wonder if the vitamins and supplements you take are really helping? Headaches, stiff sore joints, indigestion, gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, sleeplessness, depression and anxiety are a few of the symptoms that are not answered by medicine, but can be relieved with enzyme formulas. Join Susan at a monthly lecture and learn how the Loomis System uses physiology and basic science to determine your source of stress. Treatment of chronic and acute conditions is with 100% food formulas and self healing practices. Sign up for Susan’s free newsletter at NextLevelHealing.com, and call for the next lecture date: 973-586-0629.
HYPNOTHERAPY HYP4LIFE LLC –
Improving Your Life Through Hypnotherapy Garry Gewant, MA Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist 908 852-4635 Garry@Hyp4Life.com • Hyp4Life.com
Incorporating traditional hypnotherapy techniques with other holistic modalities is Garry’s forte. Using traditional hypnosis for Smoking Cessation, Weight Control, Stress Management, Elimination of Fears, Improving Sports, Artistic, and Academic Performance, Anger Management, etc. He has expanded his practice to include Reiki Healing, Transpersonal Hypnotherapy, Metaphysical Counseling, Psychic/Mediumship and Past Life Regression Therapy as taught to him by Dr. Brian Weiss author of “Many Lives, Many Masters.”
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BARRY WOLFSON
554 Bloomfield Ave, Bloomfield 28 Mine St., Flemington 34 Bridge St., Frenchtown 908-996-3311 . Hypnosisnj.com
LESLIE KAREN LOBELL, M.A., L.P.C
Hypnosis Counseling Center of New Jersey is a full-service counseling center, using both traditional counseling methods and the art of hypnotherapy in private and group settings. We regularly hold adult education seminars, work with hospitals, fitness centers, and individuals who want to better their lives. We specialize in weight loss, stress, smoking, confidence building, phobias, insomnia, test taking, sports improvement and public speaking. The State of New Jersey and Fortune 500 Corporation alike employ our programs. See ads on pages 7, 15.
INTEGRATIVE DENTAL THERAPY WORTZEL INTEGRATIVE DENTAL CARE Mountainside, NJ 908-654-5151 •IntegrativeDentalCare.com
At Wortzel Integrative Dental Care we focus on your mouth/body connection. As you improve your oral health, you improve your overall health and well-being. We invite you to balance your oral health through an individualized plan to integrate the health of your teeth, gums, bite and smile. The goal of Integrative Dental Care is to enhance the quality of your life. We are conveniently located in Mountainside, New Jersey. Please call us to learn what Wortzel Integrative Dental care can do for you. See ad on page 33.
Pompton Plains (Route 23) and Montclair 908-577-0053 • Leslie@LeslieLobell.com LeslieLobell.com
Do you suffer from anxiety or stress? Do you want to lose weight, stop smoking, gain self-confidence or change a habit? Do you need support and guidance through a life or career transition? Are you ready to achieve your goals, pursue your dreams, and actualize your potential? You CAN create the Life You Desire... I can help you MAKE IT HAPPEN! Using proven techniques such as Holistic Psychotherapy, Hypnosis, Stress Reduction, Reiki and Dream Interpretation, I help teens & adults create happier, healthier, more peaceful and fulfilling lives. Allow me to assist you!
REIKI MIRIAM’S WELL HEALING LLC
Claire M. Schwartz BA, Reiki Master Teacher, Spiritual Counselor 26 W Park Pl , Morristown, NJ 07960 917-202-0475 • MiriamsWellHealing.com MiriamsWellHealing@Yahoo.com
Rediscover your True Self ~ Reiki Empowers Change! Weekly Circles; Private Sessions; Learn Reiki to have Self-Care at your fingertips. Healing Transformational Workshops. Ministerial Services. Insight - Compassion - Integrity.
SALT THERAPY RESPIRA SALT WELLNESS CENTER
472 Springfield Avenue • Berkeley Heights 908-665-0333 •RespiraSalt.com Info@RespiraSalt.com
MASSAGE HEARTS AND HANDS, LLC
Paulette LaConte Registered Nurse, Massage Therapist, Healing Touch Practitioner, Push Therapist 23 Church Street, Denville 201 400 8913 • pglaconte@optonline.net DenvilleHeartsAndHands.com
When Fluff is Not Enough! Experience the therapeutic benefit of Push Therapy for chronic muscle pain, or have a customized Massage - Swedish, Pregnancy, LaStone or Lomi Lomi. All Massages can include lotion blended with Therapeutic Oils based on your needs. Classes for Infant Massage, Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster are available.
NATURAL FOODS & PRODUCTS FOR WELL-BEING GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET
20 First Avenue, Denville 973-627-5440 • GrassrootsMarket@verizon.net
Your one source for all your natural and organic needs! Natural deli, certified organic produce, knowledgeable vitamin staff, and complete grocery and dairy selection. Open seven days a week.
We provide a natural, drugfree treatment for asthma, allergies, a host of respiratory problems, and eczema. Children and adults receive the natural benefits of salt air in a negative ion environment. Sea salt promotes healing and boosts your immune system. Relax, heal, enjoy. Your first session is free! See ad on page 4.
SOUND THERAPY THE DAVIS CENTER
Nancy Puckett-Dunn 19 State Rt 10 E., Ste 25, Succasunna, NJ 862-251-4637 • TheDavisCenter.com Info@TheDavisCenter.com
The world’s premier sound therapy center, offering sound-based therapy—The Davis Model of Sound Intervention®. All ages, all disabilities/wellness issues. Start with The Diagnostic Evaluation for Therapy Protocol (DETP®). Therapies: AIT, Tomatis®, BioAcoustics™, and more. Change the energy of the body by repatterning the energy frequencies (sound) of the body. We make change with learning, development and wellness challenges!
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