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Contents

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

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Offers Treatment for Subclinical Thyroid Issues

22 REST IS THE NEW HUSTLE

24 DESTINY’S ENERGY: Where Does It Guide Us?

26 A GLOBAL

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Collective Consciousness Nears Spiritual Tipping Point

28 GREEN CARS UPDATE Plug Into the Latest Trends

30 BEYOND TOYS

Gifts that Evoke Kids’ Creativity

32 PARTY HEALTHY Tips from a Rock Star Doctor

34 SIMPLE SHEET PAN SUPPERS

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40 HOLIDAY HAPPINESS HELPERS

Six Ways to Bring On Joy

DEPARTMENTS 8 news briefs 12 health briefs 16 global briefs 20 therapy

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34 32 healing ways 34 conscious eating 38 fit body 40 inspiration 41 calendar 46 resource guide

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news briefs

Leading Doctor Endorses Alkaline Water

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r. Hiromi Shinya, a leading endocrinologist, clinical professor of surgery, head of the endoscopic center at Beth Israel Medical Center, and vice chairman of the Japanese Medical Association in the U.S., states, “It is widely recognized in the medical profession that a healthy and clean colon is one of the most important precursors to good health and that the great majority of body ailments and diseases originate in an acidic and dirty colon. Water is essential for your health.” Drinking good water, especially hard water with calcium and magnesium, can keep your body at an optima alkaline pH.”

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Soap from the Garden Demo and Sale

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MO Free NJ invites you to join them from 1 to 3 p.m. on December 16 for a cold-process soap-making workshop at the Collingswood Library.

Guests will be able to watch soap being made with calendula flowers and luffa sponges grown organically in New Jersey gardens. Each attendee will leave with a recipe and all the resources needed to make their own soap at home.

A variety of soaps will also be available for purchase, just in time for holiday gift giving.

Cost: Free. Location: 771 Haddon Ave., Collingswood, NJ. For more information, call 856-425-2221 or visit GMOFreeNJ.com.

Holistic Chamber of Commerce’s 2nd Annual Holiday Gathering

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he local chapter of the Holistic Chamber of Commerce will host their second an-

ng Community! nual holiday gathering from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on December 3 at Luna Y Sol Mexican

Restaurant in Moorestown. Mix and mingle with some of south Jersey’s most trusted and authentic holistic health and wellness professionals. Guests will enjoy authentic, made-from-scratch fare and lite bites. Frozen mockaritas will be available for those l who choose not to bring their own alcohol. der, The Chamber has partnered once again with the Unforgote ten Haven for their monthly community outreach program and ered will be participating in their Hurricane Michael Relief Mission Trip for families affected by the recent Florida hurricane. Guests ! are asked to bring a new unwrapped toy for a child of any age to receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win valuable prizes. All toys collected will be added erce.com/Moorestown to the 54-foot tractor trailer and transported to Florida the following week.

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Permaculture Workshop at Old Pine Farm Natural Lands Trust

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lizabeth Kligge, a certified permaculture designer, invites you to join her at Old Pine Farm Natural Lands Trust at 2 p.m. on December 16 for a Permaculture workshop, part of their Walk in the Wild series. In this short course, attendees will be distilling lessons found within a typical 72-hour permaculture design course. The presentation will culminate in several hands-on design exercises.

Permaculture, derived from permanent agriculture, is the design and maintenance of agricultural systems, which have the diversity, stability and resilience of natural ecosystems. It is a multidisciplinary approach that incorporates agriculture, water harvesting, energy, natural building, forestry, waste management, animal systems and aquaculture. The philosophy behind permaculture is one of working with, rather than against, nature.

Kligge grew up gardening and exploring the local wild places near Reading, Pennsylvania. She first learned about wild plants from her parents, near the creek that runs through their land, and eventually went on to study primitive survival and teach her own workshops across the United States. She is an avid naturalist with a particular interest in tracking, hunter-gatherer and homesteading skills.

Guests are asked to meet at the Willoughby House.

Cost: Free. Location: 340 Pine Ave., Deptford, NJ. For more information, call Charles White at 856-217-9138.

Wellness Center Perfect for Intimate Gatherings

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he Center, Life in Balance—a wellness center in the Historic Medford Village—is an ideal space to host intimate gatherings. Known in the past as a private home, doctor’s healing center and bed and breakfast, the lovely “home” is filled with peace, joy and love. The Center features a parlor, an open gathering space and a kitchen and dining area that can be set up according to your vision.

Co-owner Maryann Miller states, “We feel as if we are carrying on the tradition of warmth and family and healing this charming building has held since it was built.” Co-owner Susan Drummond adds, “We feel called to offer The Center’s energy beyond the workshops and classes we hold on a regular basis. We envision more love and joy being generated with birthdays, First Communions, bar mitzvahs, graduations, engagements, weddings, renewing vows, retirements, reunions and any special event within this beautiful space.”

Drummond adds “We can help with music, food and have an ordained minister if your event requires one. We can also provide a unique ‘entertainment’ to flow with your theme.”

Let the Center help you create the atmosphere to welcome family and friends. Stop by to get the feel of the charming, welcoming historic “home”.

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The Deeper Studies’ 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

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he Deeper Studies will host a 200-hour yoga training session at Still Point Yoga Center and the Yoga Center of Haddonfield. The five-month program will be held Thursday evenings and Saturday days beginning January 3.

The training will enhance one’s personal practice, authenticate their sense of self and can be shared to lead others on a path of inner peace. Attendees will obtain inner transformation, a deeper understanding of yoga and medication, will be able to build their self-confidence while letting their creativity shine, will have a career as a competent and confident yoga teacher and will inspire and help others while doing what they love. The facilitators have over 12 years of training and 50 years of combined experience.

For more information or to apply for the training, call 856-227-0999, 856-428-9955 or visit StillpointYogaCenter.com or HaddonfieldYogaCenter.com. See ad on page 15.

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Relax with Restorative Yoga at Virtua HealthFitness in Moorestown

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estorative Yoga invites you to step away from your hurried life and unwind on your mat starting at 9 a.m. every Monday at Virtua HealthFitness, in Moorestown.

Designed to unlock tensions in the body and mind, the practice uses the support of blocks, straps and blankets, allowing one to ease into relaxation. Just like the name, the practice is for those who wish to restore more physical, mental and emotional wholeness.

Location: 401 Young Ave., Moorestown, NJ. For more information, call 856-291-8800.

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Yoga For Living Hosts Posture Classes

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ostural Consultant Deb Parrish and Postural Alignment Specialist Deb Freeman will join forces to teach tips and tricks to correct your posture, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on February 9 at Yoga for Living.

Posture on the Go and The Posture and Pain Connection will provide education on the subject, helping to eliminate chronic and recurrent pain. The classes are ideal for those who desire quick effective solutions as well as long lasting results.

Cost: $25 if you pre-register by Feb. 6, $35 afterwards. Location: 1926 Greentree Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ. For more information or to register, call 856-404-7287 or email Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

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AWA and Miller Subaru Partner to ‘Share the Love’

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he Animal Welfare Association (AWA) will join the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) and Subaru of America, Inc., for the annual year-end Subaru Share the Love event and celebration, which runs December 1 through the 11. AWA and Subura team up to create this adoption event on-site at AWA as well as donation programs at both AWA and Miller Subaru.

Stuff the Subaru, a pet food drive, will run from December 1 to 11 on AWA’s property. The Millers have provided a Subaru into which donations will be stuffed. Donations are also being accepted at Miller Subaru (1952 Route 38, Lumberton, NJ). These donations of pet food, treats and toys will help pets in need during the holiday season.

AWA will also hold a Share the Love Adoption event from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on December 8, with the first 30 adoption fees waived. Guests will also enjoy games, giveaways and refreshments.

“We are happy to participate in ‘Share the Love,’” says Maya Richmond, executive director of AWA. “Our friends at Miller Subaru have long been supporters of AWA and we’re looking forward to teaming up with them again. And of course, we’re grateful to receive support from the ASPCA that will positively impact the lives of many pets in our community.”

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The science-based course is held at the Camden County Parks Environmental Center. The last day to register is January 31.

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Blue Light Raises Cancer Risk Blue light—a range of the visible light spectrum emitted by most white LEDs and most tablet and phone screens—could be hazardous to our health, a new study shows.

Researchers from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health analyzed the blue light exposure and medical histories of 4,000 people throughout Spain, also utilizing nighttime images taken by astronauts in the International Space Station to assess exposure of residents of Barcelona and Madrid.

They found that those exposed to more blue light at night had between 1.5 to two times the risk of prostate and breast cancer. “Given the ubiquity of artificial light at night, determining whether it increases or not the risk of cancer is a public health issue,” says lead author Ariadna García.

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Meditation Soothes Anxiety and Improves Focus Even a single mindfulness meditation session can significantly reduce anxiety and lower heart rates, Michigan Technological University research shows. Fourteen people with mild to moderate anxiety participated in a 20-minute introductory meditation, a 30-minute mindful scan of each body part seeking areas of stress and a 10-minute selfguided meditation. An hour later, the meditators showed both lower resting heart rates and anxiety levels. A week later, they continued to report less anxiety.

Another study at Trinity College Dublin, in Ireland, uncovered an anatomical reason why breath-based meditation practices can enhance mental clarity and focus, as yogis have long claimed.

The research focused on a small area in the brain called the locus coeruleus, which is responsible for producing an action hormone and neurotransmitter called noradrenaline. They found that this part of the brain is affected by our inhaling and exhaling patterns.

“Put simply, this means that our attention is influenced by our breath, and that it rises and falls with the cycle of respiration,” says lead author Michael Melnychuk. “It is possible that by focusing on and regulating your breathing, you can optimize your attention level.”

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In a double-blind, randomized study at Iran’s Kerman University of Medical Sciences, 68 university students took either 500 milligrams of rosemary or a placebo each day for one month. Those taking the rosemary saw their levels of anxiety and depression significantly reduced and their memory scores boosted by 14 percent; students reporting nights of good sleep rose from 47 percent to 62 percent.

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South Korean women in their first trimester of pregnancy during the country’s stressproducing new year’s holiday had babies that were a third of an ounce lighter on average, discovered an Australian study of nearly 8.6 million mothers covering 17 years. The extent of the birth weight reduction was similar to reduced birth weights found among babies from mothers in Columbia, after they had experienced area landmine explosions during their first trimester.

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Five Healthy Habits Add Years of Life Analyzing why Americans have a lower life expectancy when compared to most other developed countries, Harvard researchers used 34 years of data on more than 120,000 health professionals to focus on five lifestyle factors that promote longevity. They found that women and men lived on average 14 years and 12 years longer, respectively, if they had a healthy body weight (between 18.5 and 24.9 BMI), never smoked, exercised at moderate-to-vigorous levels at least 30 minutes a day, ate a healthy diet and drank only moderately (one five-ounce glass of wine for women, two for men).

The effect was cumulative; the combination of all five produced the greatest life extension. Those that maintained the healthiest lifestyles were 82 percent less likely to die from cardiovascular disease and 65 percent less likely to die from cancer, compared with those with the least healthy lifestyles.

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Too Much Sitting Thins the Brain Sitting too much thins the medial temporal lobe (MTL), the part of the brain known for forming new memories, reports a study from the University of California, Los Angeles. Researchers questioned 35 people of ages 45 to 75 about how much time they spent sitting and exercising, then gave each participant a high-resolution MRI scan. Sedentary behavior was significantly linked to thinning of the MTL. Even increased levels of physical activity did not offset the harmful effects of sitting for extended periods, according to the research.

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Serving yams with a holiday dinner helps protect liver health, new research shows. Scientists from the University of Mississippi and King Saud University, in Saudi Arabia, found that steroidal glycoside compounds in wild yam root known as furostans can help protect liver cells against damage from free radicals.

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European airline EasyJet aims to begin service with electric-powered airplanes within the next decade by collaborating with aviation startup Wright Electric. The company wants to build vehicles with room for 120 and 220 passengers and a range of 335 miles. Not only is battery performance steadily improving, but methods are surfacing to improve the performance of electric motors and squeeze more range out of existing technology.

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According to the National Christmas Tree Association, more than 27 million holiday trees were purchased in the U.S. last year. But during the Great Recession of 2007 to 2009, growers didn’t have the funds to plant adequately, and smaller crops are just starting to hit the market now, creating higher prices. Some varieties take up to 12 years to reach holiday height.

Exports from the Pacific Northwest will be down about 1.5 million trees this year, according to Ken Cook, whose McKenzie Farms has 8 million trees planted across 10,000 acres in Oregon. “There’s a huge shortage of Christmas trees, and it’ll continue to be that way for at least 10 years,” says the 80-year-old farmer.

Supplies are also somewhat diminishing in North Carolina and Michigan, which have the nation’s second- and third-largest Christmas tree outputs, respectively.

More households now put up faux trees than real trees. One benefit of real trees stems from their ability to capture carbon dioxide and produce oxygen as they grow. They’re also biodegradable and are usually shipped regionally, not from overseas.

The U.S. Forest Service has determined that as the acreage of urban environments more than doubles between 2010 and 2060, green spaces and urban forests need to expand to maintain air quality, moderate climate change and lower energy use. The federal agency, a division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, favors an increase in the tree canopy that can save cities billions of dollars in pollution removal, energy efficiency and carbon sequestration.

In China, air pollution is such a serious problem that it was responsible for a third of all deaths there in 2016. The government has deployed troops to plant a 32,400-squaremile, pollution-absorbing “sponge” of forested land around Beijing, China’s densely populated and highly polluted capital city.

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We know a lot about the Earth and its creatures, but never everything. The State University of New York’s College of Environmental Science and Forestry, in Syracuse, has compiled a list of the top 10 new species discovered in 2018, which includes a rare great ape, hitchhiking beetle, omnivorous marsupial lion thought-tobe-extinct and other species that are critically endangered.

Quentin Wheeler, college president and founding director of the International Institute for Species Exploration, says, “As humans alter habitats and contribute to global climate change, species are going extinct at a faster rate than we can name them. They can teach us so much about the intricacies of ecosystems and the details of evolutionary history.”

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The old Tappan Zee Bridge, a three-mile span over New York’s Hudson River, is being turned into several artificial reefs off Long Island. Barge loads of decades-old concrete chunks and steel will significantly expand a state-managed artificial reef program to provide new habitats that increase the diversity of marine life, promote recreational fishing and diving, and bolster economic development.

The Tappan Zee, which opened in 1955 and was replaced in 2017, was once a vital crossing just north of New York City, carrying nearly 140,000 vehicles a day at its peak. Some parts are destined for recycling centers and scrap yards, while others are being repurposed.

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The Boy Scouts of America’s flagship program has been known simply as the Boy Scouts for more than a century, but with girls soon entering the ranks, the group says that iconic name will change.

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Beer and Wine Contaminated with Monsanto Poison In 2016, beer testing in Germany revealed residues of glyphosate, a suspected carcinogen, in every sample of beer. The environmental organization EcoWatch has found glyphosate in all of the most popular brands of wines in America and the world. One common factor in the tests is the presence of Monsanto Roundup, which is commonly sprayed in vineyards.

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feel terrible, so many health issues the list goes on and on, with no connection… skin irritation, weight gain, fatigue, oh and there are these heart palpitations, recently some hair loss. Maybe blood sugar issues? Oh yeah and my memory is terrible… Bowel movements? Oh sluggish, maybe a few times a week… I got my thyroid tested, and the doctor says I am healthy, but why do I feel so horrible? …

Is it all in my head? I feel like I can’t think anymore… I just need to try harder to lose this weight. … Why can’t I just snap out of it? I guess I am just getting older.”

Holistic health practitioners hear the above statements all of the time. Clients are left feeling lost and ignored, maybe even start to think that it’s all in their head, while the body is truly in a deep state of imbalance. These symptoms may be a thyroid in the early stages of disease.

A seemingly wide variety of issues with no connection can often be traced back to a struggling thyroid. This is largely because of its important role in the body and the involvement in so many processes throughout all of our organ systems.

The thyroid can be thought of as the hand that turns the dials on a good old-fashioned stereo equalizer. It can turn up the volume, turn down the base, change the treble, change the speed of the music and even adjust the balance between the right

speaker and the left. It effects most of what we experience in life.

When the thyroid is turned down, many superficially separate bodily functions get down- regulated. In this instance, the thyroid has become “sluggish” or hypo, making one feel heavy, sluggish and weak.

Now when things seem to be moving way too fast, like the music is blasting to a crazy techno beat, this is a sign that the thyroid has gone “hyper”. It can feel like pins and needles, sharp, buzzing and wired, but exhausted. I like to call this panic mode.

Most often an endocrine gland will speed up for a time before it then collapses into hypo, almost like the organ is in a state of panic trying to get it together before it tanks. Both sides of the spectrum create disease throughout the body and balanced in between is where one feels healthy and vivacious. Often times a person’s quality of life rapidly declines, from a thyroid moving hyper or hypo, before the numbers from a lab test are able to reveal this early onset of disease.

The suspected thyroid issue that won’t show up on any tests is in fact very real. This is called subclinical. Blood work is important and you should know your numbers. Lab tests are best used to track change over time. Numbers should be looked at not as individual stats for diagnoses, but together as a whole picture. More

sensitive methods like the ones performed at our wellness center such as Nutrition Response Testing, hair analysis and an in-depth inquiry into one’s lifestyle and medical history can catch disease before it will show up in the numbers on standardized lab tests. This is a good thing that it does not show up in labs because treatment with patent medicine in these early cases is completely unwarranted. This is where “alternative” healing modalities truly excel.

Subclinical thyroid disease is surprisingly common and very treatable through holistic methods.

Treatment of subclinical thyroid conditions can potentially reverse the progression before development of fullblown disease. If you already have a fully expressed thyroid disease, including an autoimmune condition, help is still out there. Many clients at Fast Track to Health have been extremely successful with the nutrition program. It combines herbs, whole food supplements and lifestyle changes that work synergistically with your current medications. The goal is to support the body in a way that allows it to more optimally utilize your pharmaceuticals, often allowing one to eventually go on a lower dosage. With time and diligence many clients are able to nourish and support their bodies in a way that rejuvenates the thyroid and possibly wean off their medications.

Functional health practices take time and some effort. However, true healing and recovery is possible. It’s important not to wait until health issues get bad enough to show up on tests.

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is the season of more—more activities on the calendar, time spent in traffic, temptations, expectations, late nights, visual stimulation and more. As the holiday season nears, excitement—as well as the cloud of exhaustion— approaches. Enter our old friend: Rest.

Practicing rest creates a calmer and more present mind. Resting also has physical and psychological benefits, like lowering blood pressure and elevating and stabilizing mood. Our bodies are not meant to operate continuously at full speed. It, therefore, becomes absolutely necessary to turn off the sympathetic nervous system (fight, flight, freeze) and give the parasympathetic nervous system (rest, conserve) time to restore. This state of rest allows the mind

to quiet, the body to take a much deserved break from moving and the breath to slow and deepen.

One way to explore rest is through Restorative Yoga and its use of props such as blankets, blocks and bolsters. These items help create positions of ease and comfort for the body. With the body fully supported, gravity releases tension. It’s an expression of allowing and opening, versus stretching and exerting effort. There is no doing in the practice of Restorative Yoga, only being.

For overstrivers, this can be a challenge to take the time for intentional rest.

Most ambitious types feel resting is nonproductive. This is a myth. Rest is not only productive, but also necessary. If you’ve

ever been in a situation in which your body is calling for a basic need and you deny this need, the result is the demand just becomes stronger. Think “hangry”—that feeling of needing food, not meeting that need, and then the need grows into hungry and angry.

Meeting the daily need to quiet the mind and settle the body, both contributing to its overall well-being, provides a calmer mindset to meet the demands of daily life.

Stress isn’t the problem; it’s our response to stress that is our source of suffering. When the body has practiced relaxation, it is more suited to operate from a place of calmness and clarity, rather than reactivity. Worry, anxiety and holding tension in the body are all indicators that the body needs to rest.

Creating more balanced internal conditions, by regularly practicing rest, results in a more balanced response to work, relationships and even the busy holiday season. And we can all certainly benefit from a more peaceful way of living and responding to one another.

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one is sick with something serious. When these examples happen, it’s hard to remain upbeat or focused on the good because the negative energy is so strong at that moment. The hope is that it ends quickly though and the realization that there is breathing room on the other side of this energy.

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here are times when it’s hard not to think about how nuanced and complicated the human condition is and how destiny guides everyone whether they recognize it or not—where everyone is capable of such amazing beauty and wonder—it’s sometimes in a world that doesn’t always embrace positive energy.

Because the world is filled with imperfect beings coexisting together, no one really gets that far before encountering negative energies. This happens in several ways and scenarios with at least four patterns of energy that can be the most common.

of the strategies out there will plan around a piecemeal approach; some suggesting doing so more quickly or slowly depending on circumstances. However, it’s important to go down this road and embrace the positives, even doing so in a passive manner as it still represents forward progress.

Other examples could be drinking less soda, eating less processed foods, etc., as these all could be passive approaches to actively changing a current diet and all-around lifestyle. And the motivation will be there knowing that the direction is positive in embracing a healthier energy.

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Passive Positive Energy For most individuals, “passive positive” and “passive negative” act as the standard background energies. This might be optimal depending on where and who that person is. A quick example could be if they are attempting to change their health regime. In doing so, however, it’s not exactly easy to change a diet or go run a marathon on a dime.

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Active Negative Energy There isn’t a need to turn on the local or even national news, search on Google or check out a magazine to see that the world is a bit chaotic. For a lot of reasons, many people are swimming within the active negative pool, and that bad energy seems to never go away completely.

At the micro level, someone could find themselves having been passed over for a promotion at work or find out a loved

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Passive Negative Energy Easier to deal with than the active one, but still negative, this energy can be longer in nature and more looming. This can manifest itself at any age for any number of reasons. Whether there’s a child that doesn’t want to go to school because of being separated from home or an elderly individual on the medical merry-go-round, this can be the hardest to detach from because it’s not pervasive, but it’s always present.

Ironically, the light at the end of this tunnel can seem further out than with the active negative because, again, it’s passive, it’s everywhere. So just like the piecemeal approach just mentioned, if someone is not able to take much of the negative energy out of these experiences, change the game and add some positive instead. They can use that defiance as a motivation to level the playing field with a far better energy.

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Active Positive Energy It’s beautiful, it’s sublime, it’s just plain awesome. Someone could find their soulmate when they least expect to, meet a new friend at school or get that promotion at work. That novel they’ve been working on is now finished, they’re now a non-smoker for a full week or they just got to the gym and there’s hardly anyone there!

Active positive is the most fun to go on about, for obvious reasons. And it’s so versatile in nature. First it can help people get through active negative quicker with a better spirit. It can make passive negative not seem so endless. And passive positive can very easily upgrade onto this wonderful energy when someone finally meet their goals.

It also helps make life so amazing and creative! It’s often said that a lot of pain goes into an artist’s work; yet even then it can

manifest in the most breathtaking painting or gripping novella. Just the same, a lot of love can go into these creations as well, making the end product just as stunning.

In The End Ironically, thanks to the Winter Olympics in February, a quote by Lindsey Vonn seems especially relevant: “It’s amazing.

Life changes very quickly, in a very positive way, if you let it.�

Related to these four energies, it’s easier to let in the opportunities that represent positives rather than the negatives. And it’s by no accident that one and four have more content than the others. Remember, it’s all about being an eternal optimist. Destiny can lead everyone in many directions; however, the hope is that as it does so, each person will have the internal light of knowledge that can help guide them away from the negatives and toward the positives.

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A GLOBAL WAKE-UP CALL Collective Consciousness Nears Spiritual Tipping Point

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Their interest in Transcendental Meditation (TM) sparked a surge of interest in enlightenment and meditation, providing the West with a popular means of cultivating higher states of awareness.

A movement to bring about global awakening has been growing ever since.

Fresh impetus, in the form of quantum physics, the science of yoga and spiritual practices rooted in ancient cultures, disseminated by books, teachings by spiritual luminaries and websites such as Conscious.

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In 2000, Malcolm Gladwell, author of The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference, provided a ray of hope for the estimated 50 million individuals involved in the world enlightenment movement by introducing the concept of critical mass. This occurs when an unshakable belief is held by 10 percent of the population. Scientists that tested the phenomenon at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, in upstate New York, discovered, “Once that number grows above 10 percent, the idea spreads like flame.”

Mahesh predicted that only 1 percent of humanity is needed to create enough good vibrations to usher in world peace.

While the figures required to reach this critical mass can be debated, it’s certain that the old ways no longer work, and we are quickly running out of time to adopt viable solutions to mounting global crises.

Despite this sense of urgency, we have no clear idea of where we are on the scale of transformation. Yet leading voices point to promising signs of progress in a developing collective awareness that acknowledges life’s interconnectedness and embodies life-affirming beliefs and values.

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Deepak Chopra, a physician, pioneering author and co-founder of Jiyo.com living in California and New York, believes that we may be in a phase of the necessary transformational shift, experiencing disruption along with the emergence of a new paradigm. “The ultimate goal with our Jiyo.com community, a collective well-being project, is to build a critical mass of people that will create a more peaceful, just and harmonious inner and outer world,” says Chopra.

It begins with personal transformation through yoga, meditation, pranayama breathing exercises, nutrition, sleep, personal growth and relationships that enhance awareness. “Evolution should be gradual and comfortable,” he says.

Rev. Michael Bernard Beckwith, founder of the Agape International Spiritual Center, in Beverly Hills, believes humanity is in the midst of an emerging renaissance of kindness, love and compassion, with

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millions embracing the planet as a living being. “This isn’t making news because mainstream journalists are still reporting from an old worldview,” he says.

Beckwith, a renowned minister and teacher for 40 years, leads a 9,000-strong trans-denominational spiritual community.

He remarks, “Those of us focused on adding our energy to the global enlightenment movement see aspects of it emerging in changes such as health care rather than sick care, businesses adopting multiple bottom lines of people, planet and purpose—rather than only profit—and the shift from a me to we consciousness.”

Dianne Collins, author of Do You QuantumThink?: New Thinking that Will Rock Your World, in Miami, suggests it’s time to wake up to the fact that we are living in a quantum age and still using thought and language shaped by the Industrial Age. She discovered a burgeoning underground culture that she calls the “consciousness crowd” while researching her book tour audience.

“These individuals are using new thinking and recognizing the worldview of interconnectedness based on modern science. The media doesn’t recognize that thinkers such as these represent the new mainstream, and no one realizes the tipping point is already here,” she says.

Cate Montana, author of The E-Word: Ego, Enlightenment and Other Essentials, in Hawaii, likewise is convinced the movement has reached critical mass and is hopeful the perceived tipping point is closer than we think. “Every moment we’re awake, we’re being conditioned to believe in our limited physical nature and separation from everyone and everything around us. This is why we must re-educate ourselves regarding our full nature,” she says.

News headlines of global conflicts and ecological decimation make it appear that we are regressing, Montana says, but we are not going backwards. “The nature of life is growth, expansion and evolution.

As one example, some among the medical community now accept the validity of energy practices such as acupuncture, tai chi, qigong and reiki. None of these words were even being bandied about in the U.S. 50 years ago.”

Coming Together

Today, an estimated 5 million people practice TM, which has been incorporated into some schools, universities, corporations and prison programs in the U.S., Latin America, Europe and India. “Those learning this meditation practice number as many as 30,000 to 40,000 a year, which significantly contributes a positive effect to the collective consciousness,” says John Hagelin, a leader of the TM movement in the U.S.

Hagelin, president and professor of physics at the Maharishi University of Management, in Fairfield, Iowa, has been leading a scientific investigation into the foundations of human consciousness for 25 years. He’s one of the world’s preeminent researchers on the effects of meditation on brain development. “I think that we are much closer to a global spiritual tipping point than ever before,” he says.

Truth is what we are.

It is our essential nature and Being. It is the pure Self, the limitless One, the ultimate reality—it is awareness itself.

But we have become unaware of the magnificence of our true nature on account of our upbringing, conditioning and education, which paint a very different picture of who we are—and all of which we believe. ~Mooji

Ron Dalrymple, Ph.D., a quantum field psychologist practicing in Fort Myers, Florida, believes the threshold is close and that his quantum unified field theory explained in his film, The Endless Question, can win over skeptics. “I use mathematics, science and storytellers that have studied consciousness to explain in lay language my theory, which proposes that the mind is an energy field that extends beyond the brain, and its nucleus is the superconscious. Viewers are led to the undeniable reality of what we all are and to the need for creating a culture of enlightenment where we encourage and inspire one another to greatness,” says Dalrymple, author of Quantum Field Psychology: The Thoton Particle Theory.

Zaya and Maurizio Benazzo, founders of the Science and Nonduality Conference (SAND), agree that individual awakening and the collective movement toward the understanding of our fundamental oneness is crucial to social transformation. Their nonprofit organization is designed to foster a new relationship with spirituality that is both based on timeless wisdom traditions and informed by cutting-edge science.

For 10 years, biannual SAND conferences have energized the global enlightenment movement (ScienceAndNonduality. com). Early audiences of 300 individuals now number from 800 to 1,000, and often include business people and trainers developing programs for workplaces.

“Understanding the new science that points to consciousness as all-pervasive and the fundamental building block of reality can change what it means to be human, as well as possibly make violence and economic, social and political crises things of the past,” says Zaya.

Thus, the spread of awareness and the harmonic convergence of science, psychology and spiritual thought seem to be bringing humanity closer to the enlightenment that has been elusive for millennia.

“Tremendous progress is being made, and I am confident that within a year or two, we’ll see a victory for the enlightened evolutionary forces already present on the planet,” says Hagelin.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at LindaSechrist.com.

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Battery cars are best suited for people that drive locally and have a place to put a 240-volt charger. For those that make the occasional long trip, a plug-in hybrid is the better choice.

Here are some models worth considering. All of them are eligible for federal tax credits, as well as some state incentives, though they’re lower for plug-in hybrids.

All prices are 2018 manufacturer’s list, before rebates.

Plug-In Hybrids: Batteries Plus a Backup Toyota Prius Prime ($27,300). This

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updated version of the popular Prius offers 25 miles of electric-only range, an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) combined energy/fuel efficiency rating of 133 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe), 54 mpg on gas only and 640 miles between either fillups or charges.

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Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid ($39,995).

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hrough August in the U.S., automakers sold 36,380 battery electric and plug-in hybrid cars (PHEV), compared to 16,514 by the same time last year. Sales are booming, although it’s not reflected in fairly flat sales of green cars overall. The reason is that hybrid sales are being lost as consumers go fully electric.

Americans are moving up from fuel-efficient gas/electric hybrids as their confidence grows in what batteries can do on their own, but they’re not yet making the vital eco-switch of giving up their gasguzzling SUVs in favor of full electrics.

Rather, gas-burning SUV sales keep growing to the point where they dominate the overall auto market.

To get up to speed on the terminology, a hybrid (think Toyota Prius) is powered by a small gas engine and uses an electric motor as a supplement; a PHEV (like the Chevrolet Volt) has an all-electric range of 15 to 50 miles, and then activates its gas engine for an additional 300 miles or more; a battery electric relies exclusively on electric power and runs out of “gas” when the battery power is depleted, but it also recaptures energy during braking to extend its range.

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Sam Abuelsamid, a senior analyst at Navigant Research, says, “There is absolutely a shift happening from hybrids to battery electrics and plug-in hybrids. Our forecast is for [sales of] hybrids to be relatively flat over the next decade, with electric growth mainly coming from plug-in hybrids.”

With more consumers looking to buy a car with a plug, there are a number of options now available in an increasingly crowded field. Currently, there are 20 PHEV on the market, as well as 17 battery electrics—though not all of the latter models are available in all states.

Meantime, the SUV itself is plugging in. Eric Evarts, editor of GreenCarReports. com, says, “Electric cars’ market share may look small now, but no fewer than 15 automakers are planning to introduce electric SUVs for 2019. SUVs are really what American car buyers want.”

At the same time, regulatory changes mean electric cars will be available in more states, says Evarts. Projections call for rapid expansion of fast-charging networks like Tesla’s Superchargers to become more widespread for all kinds of electric cars in the next three to five years.

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The only available hybrid minivan, the Pacifica’s all-electric range is 33 miles, and the gas-only rating is 32 mpg, an MPGe rating of 84, with a combined range of 570 miles.

Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid

($24,950). It offers a battery-power range of 29 miles. On gas only, it delivers 52 mpg, with 119 MPGe.

Volvo XC90 T8 Plug-In Hybrid

($64,950). This luxury model offers an electric range of 18 miles, with a 62 MPGe and 27 mpg on gasoline.

Other models to consider: Honda Clarity, Chevrolet Volt, Cadillac CT6, BMW X5 xDrive40e and Kia Niro.

Zero-Emission EV Contenders Available in 50 States Brad Berman, owner of PlugInCars.com, says he doesn’t even notice that his car is electric anymore. “It really moves and I drive it just like any car, except that I never have to go to the gas station. When I pull into my driveway, it takes about five seconds to plug it in.”

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Chevrolet Bolt ($37,495). The Bolt beat Tesla to market with an electric car that offered more than 200 miles of range at a price below $40,000.

Tesla Model 3 ($49,000). The Model 3 is fast, stylish and ultra-modern—with most controls located on the central screen.

It delivers a range of 220 miles.

Jaguar I-Pace ($69,500). At a recent media launch event, the I-Pace electric crossover proved highly capable both on and off the road. Its range is 240 miles.

Others to consider include the Hyundai Kona EV, VW e-Golf, Kia Soul EV, Nissan Leaf (especially the Leaf e-Plus) and Tesla Model S. Jim Motavalli, of Fairfield, CT, is an author, freelance journalist and speaker specializing in clean automotive and other environmental topics. Connect at JimMotavalli.com.

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hoosing thoughtful gifts for kids can be a challenge, especially when opting for creativity over this year’s hot toy. It’s possible to find gifts that appeal to both parent and child, involving the whole family or working as solo projects. Some expand beyond the boundaries of home.

Go Robo

The Tinkering Kit will have boys and girls, moms and dads all clamoring for their turn to build a robot that does more than merely walk. Challenge cards urge kids to make a machine to scramble an egg or build a robot that moves without wheels. Robotics teaches science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics, also known as STEAM learning. Computer programming is the last step (TinkeringLabs.com/catalyst).

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Benedict Beckeld, Ph.D., of New York City, speaks 11 languages and teaches students via online video chats (Skype) (BenedictBeckeld. com/contact). Locally, find teachers or grad students to tutor a second or third language at home for the whole family. Search online for interactive, game-like classes that maintain a child’s interest. American Sign Language, the fourth-most-used language in the U.S., is fun to learn and helpful to know.

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Kids learn to make sriracha-lime popcorn, hummus, and chicken and broccoli stir fry. Use organic and non-GMO (not genetically modified) ingredients. Sign up to receive recipes and tips for hands-on activities via email to keep good meals coming. The onsite equipment reviews help with selection of affordable and safe kitchen tools.

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Carolyn Dube, a mixed-media art adventurer in Batesville, Indiana, gives her followers at AColorfulJourney.com permission to play and even make mistakes. “My free online workshop shows ways to use found items like recycled cardboard to make art,” she says. For kid-safe paints, look for the Art and Creative Materials Institute, Inc. (ACMI) seal that certifies products are non-toxic and properly labeled. Certified Arteza-brand acrylic premium paints are packaged in less-waste pouches to use as-is or to refill original containers.

The Danish company Sprout Pencils, operating from Boston, engraves quotes on biodegradable Love Pencils, which contain flower or vegetable seeds. When it’s too short to write or color with, plant it. In Cleveland, Faber-Castell USA makes their colored pencils from re-forested wood with an ergonomic, triangular shape, perfect for learning the proper grip. The Young Artist Essentials Gift Set contains eco-pencils, non-toxic crayons and oil-pastels.

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Erica Hartwig, director of operations at Organic Moments Photography, in Boca Raton, Florida, has five children. “I want to give a memorable experience, rather than a toy that will sit in their rooms,” she says.

“Football season tickets, dance lessons, an art class or vacations supplement the packages under the tree.”

Crystal Bowe, a mom and physician in Belmont, North Carolina, suggests gifting memberships to encourage new activities for kids. “The zoo is fun and allows parents to spend quality time with their children. Tickets to a movie or a play stimulate the imagination.” Museums, science centers and area attractions are other inviting options.

More Ideas

Wonder Crate, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, offers a monthly subscription service. “We inspire kids to think big and make a difference,” says co-founder Corrie Wiedmann. “Each month brings a box that educates, entertains and empowers kids to contribute to the world. Our December crate highlights Leonardo da Vinci and focuses on ways kids can use innovation to help others, spotlighting a kid that created an app to help people with disabilities.”

Maple Landmark, in Middlebury, Vermont, a wooden products company, makes puzzles that include an activity clock for toddlers and bookends featuring a fire truck, pirate ship, school bus or train tunnel. Owner Mike Rainville says, “We work hard to ensure that all of our wood is sustainably harvested and finishes are safe and non-toxic.”

Gifts that engage the mind, spark imagination and deliver fun yield immediate and long-term benefits, including being fondly remembered.

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The Nocturnals is a critically acclaimed, middle-grade series for readers that love animals, adventure and a hint of mystery. Written by film director and author Tracey Hecht, the books also relate to elementary school children, covering bullying, confidence, friendship and self-acceptance. The free reading kit via NocturnalsWorld.com includes activities.

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As a mom with a career, Crystal Bowe recommends Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Tales of Extraordinary Women. “My daughter loves it and has been introduced to amazing female role models.”

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Noah the Narwhal, A Tale of Downs and Ups, by Judith Klausner, is a brightly illustrated picture book about friendship and invisible disability.

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Most airports are blessed with healthy options, says Francis, who suggests choosing wraps over sandwiches and easyto-carry energy bars delivering at least 10 grams of protein. She also likes coconut water, seltzer water and herbal teas.

Spent wisely, time in airports can offer healthful opportunities. “Connecting to other people is one of the most important keys to our emotional well-being. Layovers are a great time to call and catch up with loved ones,” says Francis. “You can also get some points on your step tracker by taking the stairs rather than escalator and walking around or stretching rather than sitting in the airport.” Meditation is also recommended, whether in the airport or on the plane, she adds.

PARTY HEALTHY Tips from a Rock Star Doctor

by April Thompson

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he holidays can emulate a rock star’s life: a wearying travel schedule and social calendar, overindulging in rich food and drink, restless nights in unfamiliar beds. Fortunately, celebrity tips and tricks can help us through a hectic season, according to Gabrielle Francis, naturopath and author of The Rockstar Remedy: A Rock & Roll Doctor’s Prescription for Living a Long, Healthy Life. The New York City doctor has toured with some of the biggest rock acts in the world as their on-call naturopath, chiropractor, acupuncturist and massage therapist.

“Health is the new rock-n-roll,” says Francis. “Today’s artists are more health and socially conscious. I believe you can ‘party’ and be healthy, and the stars I work with are proving that.” She approaches clients’ lifestyles flexibly and openly, understanding where they are, instead of forcing big, sudden changes on them.

“Life is a celebration. My philosophy is that what you do for your health must fit into your lifestyle and be enjoyable, rather than isolating or extreme,” says Francis.

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This can mean mitigating habits, not necessarily dropping them. For example, rather than force clients off coffee, which is acidic, Francis suggests adding spices like cinnamon, vanilla, cardamom or nutmeg that can help neutralize the acid.

Many stars Francis has worked with maintain a stricter regimen off the road, knowing that touring is more about damage control and doing their utmost to stay healthy under more difficult circumstances. The same holds true for those of us that inevitably encounter disruptions due to work, travel or holidays that can throw off healthy habits.

The Healthy Traveler Knowledge is power, and so is planning ahead for travel away from healthy options at home.

Francis arms clients with best choices for on-the-go foods and beverages at the airport, gas station or restaurant. Musician and actor Adrian Grenier, quoted in Francis’ book, developed a “food tripping” app available at Tinyurl.com/SHFT-com-app to help travelers find alternatives to fast food on the road.

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Small Adjustments For rock stars and holiday travelers alike, restful sleep can be one of the hardest habits to maintain. When changing time zones, Francis recommends staying hydrated, avoiding alcohol and taking melatonin before bed for three nights after landing in a new time zone to help reset the body’s circadian rhythms.

“I know I’m not likely to get eight hours of sleep at night, so I try to supplement that during the day by taking naps or just shutting down for a couple hours,” says Dave Navarro, a guitarist who came of age with the rock band Jane’s Addiction.

If imbibing at the bar or a holiday soirée, Francis suggests gluten-free alcohol like tequila, gin, sake or vodka.

While wine is blessed with antioxidants, conventionally grown varietals can have a high pesticide content, Francis notes.

“Order organic or biodynamic wine when possible, or else go with an Old World wine from France, Italy or Spain, which tend to have fewer pesticides.”

Help offset overindulgence the day after by eating eggs or other protein to stabilize blood sugar levels, taking vitamins C and B complex supplements and drinking eight to 10 glasses of water, plus an electrolyte replacement like coconut water.

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SIMPLE SHEET PAN SUPPERS Family-Pleasing Holiday Meals

by Judith Fertig

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he festive season might signal indulgence, but it also calls for simple, healthy recipes with easy cleanup. We might have friends that drop by, family staying for the weekend or lastminute guests. The simpler we can make meals, the better.

Many chefs and home cooks have found the ideal method: the sheet pan supper. Simply arrange the protein and

vegetables on a baking sheet and place it in the oven, where the ingredients burnish to perfection as the flavors concentrate. Experts recommend a heavy duty, 13-by-18inch sheet pan, also known as a half sheet or a rimmed baking pan. They’re available at local cookware shops and box stores that carry kitchenware.

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sophisticated flavor,” says Molly Gilbert, a Seattle chef and the author of Sheet Pan Suppers: 120 Recipes for Simple, Surprising, Hands-Off Meals Straight from the Oven.

Yet, even this streamlined cooking method has a few best practices. Carla Snyder, a cookbook author in Hudson, Ohio, lines her sheet pans with unbleached parchment paper for easy cleanup. The author of One Pan: Whole Family – More than 70 Complete Weeknight Meals also sprays the liner with olive oil, so food won’t stick.

Naomi Pomeroy, a chef in Portland, Oregon, recommends preheating the pan in the oven, and then carefully adding the food. “If you put a room-temperature tray in the oven with, say, Brussels sprouts, it can get steamy, and then they can get soggy,” she says.

Gilbert favors groupings of foods that will cook in about the same time, such as fish fillets and tender vegetables for a shorter time, or bone-in chicken and root vegetables that take longer.

Dinner and Beyond

Sheet pan entrées can serve up meals beyond just dinner, making them a big help during the holidays. Sarah Britton, the Toronto author of My New Roots: Inspired Plant-Based Recipes for Every Season, arranges blocks of feta cheese on a sheet pan, surrounds them with fresh bell pepper slices, quartered cherry tomatoes, black olives and preferred herbs.

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oil and then bakes at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, just until the cheese is soft. It can be served as an appetizer with whole grain crackers or as an entrée with crusty bread and a salad. The rest can be used as a sandwich filling the next day.

Sheet pan meals can be a gift that keeps on giving.

In a very large bowl, combine the vinegar with 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Add 2 pinches of salt and the shallot and whisk until the salt dissolves. Whisk in the remaining ¼ cup olive oil and taste for seasoning, adding more vinegar, oil, salt and pepper if needed.

When ready to serve, add the lettuce to the bowl with the dressing and toss to mix.

Divide the dressed lettuce between plates and top with the still warm vegetables, feta cheese and fresh herbs. Grind a little freshly ground black pepper over the top and dig in.

Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

Reprinted with permission from Carla Snyder’s One Pan: Whole Family from Chronicle Books.

Surprising Sheet Pan Recipes Roasted Vegetable, Feta and Smoked Almond Salad This salad, packed with tasty browned vegetables, nuts and cheese, really satisfies.

Yields: 4 servings 1 medium red onion 2 carrots 2 zucchini 2 red peppers 2 cloves garlic 1 lemon 2 Tbsp plus ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil ½ tsp sea salt plus more for sprinkling Freshly ground black pepper ½ cup chopped smoked almonds 1 small shallot, peeled and minced 1 tsp minced fresh thyme or chives 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar ½ cup crumbled feta cheese 6 large handfuls of a mix of bibb lettuce, radicchio, romaine or arugula Preheat the oven to 425° F.

Line a sheet pan with unbleached parchment paper and preheat it in the oven.

On a large cutting board, cut the onion into ½-inch slices, the carrots into ½-inch pieces, the zucchini into 2-inch pieces, the pepper into 2-inch squares, chop the garlic, zest the lemon and transfer it all to a large bowl. Add the 2 tablespoons oil, ½ teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and toss to coat. Arrange the vegetables on the heated sheet pan and spread them out so that they cook evenly. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.

While the vegetables cook, chop the almonds, mince the shallot and thyme, and set aside into separate piles. Squeeze the lemon into a small bowl.

Sprinkle the almonds over the vegetables during the last 5 minutes of cooking to toast them lightly. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

Roasted Arctic Char and Asparagus with Pistachio Gremolata Pink-fleshed Arctic char is closely related to both salmon and lake trout, with a flavor somewhere between the two. Feel free to substitute with either fish.

Yields: 4 servings Olive oil cooking spray 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb total) ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 boneless fillets Arctic char (5 to 6 oz each) ½ medium red onion, sliced into ¼-inch thick half-moons ½ lemon, sliced into ¼-inch-thick rounds ½ cup cherry or grape tomatoes Grated zest of 1 lemon 1 clove garlic, minced ½ cup packed fresh, flat-leaf parsley leaves, roughly chopped ½ cup roasted, salted and shelled pistachios, roughly chopped Preheat the oven to 350° F with a rack in the center position.

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Yields: 4 servings

Using both hands, gently bend one asparagus spear held between fingers and thumbs to snap off the bottom where it breaks easily. Line up the rest of the bunch and slice off the bottoms at the same distance from the tips.

Place the trimmed asparagus on the prepared pan, drizzled with the olive oil, and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon each of the salt and pepper. Toss to coat and spread the asparagus in an even layer.

Place the Arctic char fillets on top of the asparagus, evenly spaced apart and sprinkle with an extra pinch of salt and pepper.

Scatter the onion, lemon slices and cherry tomatoes around and on top of the char.

Bake until the asparagus is crisp-tender and the char is almost opaque, 20 to 40 minutes.

While the fish cooks, mix together the lemon zest, garlic, parsley and pistachios in a small bowl; this is the gremolata. Sprinkle it over the char and asparagus before serving warm.

Recipe courtesy of Molly Gilbert, author of Sheet Pan Suppers.

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2 small spaghetti squash (2 to 3 lbs each) 4 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil ¼ tsp kosher salt ¾ tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 cup chopped cremini or baby bella mushrooms (3 to 5 oz) 1 small shallot, diced 2 cups good quality marinara 15 to 20 small balls fresh mozzarella cheese (bocconcini, about 1¾ oz, sliced in half) 4 to 6 fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped, for garnish Preheat the oven to 425° F, with racks in the upper and lower thirds.

Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.

Using a very sharp chef ’s knife, carefully cut the two spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out and discard the seeds.

Place the squash halves, cut side up, on the prepared sheet and drizzle 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over them. Season with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper.

Turn the squash over (skin side up) and bake on the lower rack until the squash has softened significantly and browned at the edges, about 35 to 40 minutes.

Remove from oven and let the squash cool to the touch on the sheet pan.

After putting the squash in to bake, toss together the mushrooms, shallots, remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Arrange the mixture on a separate sheet pan, spreading it out in an even layer.

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Remove from the oven and let the mushrooms and shallots cool to the touch on the sheet pan.

Pour the marinara sauce into a large bowl.

When the squash are cool enough to handle, flip them over and use a fork to scrape the flesh from the shells, taking care to leave the shells intact. (These will become the “bowls”.) The result will be long strands of squash “noodles”.

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Spaghetti squash are those yellow, football-shaped winter squashes. When cooked, the squash’s flesh is easily raked with a fork into long, skinny, noodle-like strands. The squash noodles are faintly sweet and slightly crunchy, like pasta cooked al dente.

Bake this second pan on the upper rack until ingredients are soft and start to brown, about 30 minutes.

Add the squash strands and the mushrooms to the sauce and stir together to thoroughly combine.

Divide the squash noodle mixture among the empty squash bowls. Place the mozzarella on top.

Bake the squash on the lower rack until the filling is hot and the mozzarella has melted and browned in spots, about 10 minutes.

Serve the squash pasta bowls hot, garnished with the fresh basil.

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WORKOUTS Best Exercises from Yoga to Cardio

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upon receptors in adipose tissue, especially around abdominal organs.

Aerobic exercise like running, walking or cycling helps to decrease excessive cortisol, which can promote weight loss.

“Strength training and aerobic intervals are the best exercises to not only initiate, but maintain weight loss,” says Sue Markovitch, fitness trainer and owner of Clear Rock Fitness, in Westerville, Ohio. “This combination kicks the metabolism switch on, increasing the number of energy-producing mitochondria in our cells, and improves our ability to burn fuel. Intervals—where you push the energy expenditure high, recover and then repeat—catalyze the best results.”

A recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition concluded that three hours of moderate walking per week catalyzed significant weight loss compared to those that didn’t include walking in their exercise routines. Sessions on the yoga mat can also be a great cortisol-reducer through lowering stress levels and promoting equilibrium.

Hit Optimal Results Exercise daily. Whether it’s a light, moderate or heavy workout is not as important. Consistency is the key.

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A study at the University of California, San Francisco, revealed that individuals with high cortisol levels also have a higher body mass index (BMI) and more belly fat than people with lower levels of this stress hormone. Cortisol significantly affects the body’s metabolism, and its release depends

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Working out in the gym for two hours a day isn’t feasible for most people, but all-or-nothing workouts are not required to see results. Most trainers agree that high-density nutrition lays the groundwork. “Exercise works when your diet is on point,” says Cregory Boatwright, owner and trainer at Level Up Personal Training, in Washington, D.C. “Combined with good diet, I find jumping exercises, high-intensity interval training [HIIT] and cardio best for weight loss.”

Stephany Acosta, founder and trainer of Elevate Fitness, in Dallas, concurs. “Eat-

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A gentler approach is also safer, especially for beginners.

“Step in gradually. You want the program to be challenging, but doable,” counsels Markovitch. “If you work with a trainer, tell them if something hurts or feels too challenging. If they don’t listen, you need to find another trainer.”

Employ common sense with any kind of workout. “Going from no to much activity can be a complete shock to the body. You will see more success in creating realistic goals and working your way up to liking the benefits that come from exercise if you start out small,” says Acosta. “Consistency is key. Even if you don’t have 30 minutes to go to the gym, work out for 20 minutes—or even 10.”

Elements of Success

Boatwright underscores the importance of setting short-term goals and having patience. “Gaining weight doesn’t happen in one day, so don’t expect it to come off in one day. It’s a journey, a lifestyle, and not an overnight fix.”

While losing weight can be challenging, especially those last 10 stubborn pounds, Markovitch drives home a valuable reminder; “Sometimes we need to change something about our lifestyle, not just add an exercise. First, we need to love ourselves where we are.”

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Holiday Happiness Helpers Six Ways to Bring On Joy

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Set an intention to enjoy the holidays.

By making the conscious decision to be open to true well-being and happiness, we’ll be more likely to have our “antenna” up, so we’re alert to uplifting moments.

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Savor moments of well-being. Beyond being grateful for feeling good, savor how the experience registers in body, mind and spirit for a period of 15 or 30 seconds.

The longer we hold an emotionally stimulating experience in our awareness, the more neural connections form in our brains to strengthen it in memory.

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Take a break to regain focus. If we are feeling overwhelmed by everything on the to-do list, remember to take a few deep breaths. Then take a break and enjoy

James Baraz is a co-founding teacher of the Spirit Rock Meditation Center, in Woodacre, CA, and co-author of Awakening Joy: 10 Steps That Will Put You on the Road to Real Happiness and Awakening Joy for Kids: A Hands-On Guide for GrownUps to Nourish Themselves and Raise Mindful, Happy Children. Connect at AwakeningJoy.info.

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Practice gratitude. Rather than take good fortune for granted, consciously reflect upon all the blessings apparent in each day. When we directly express appreciation to loved ones and friends while we’re with them, everyone feels the joy of the loving connection.

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Practice generosity. Neuroscience research shows that performing an altruistic act lights up the same pleasure centers in the brain as food and sex. When an impulse to be generous arises, act on it and notice the expansive feeling that blesses us when we share.

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ased on his study What Makes for a Merry Christmas?, psychologist Tim Kasser told the American Psychological Association: “[Our study] found that to the extent people focused their holiday season around materialistic aims like spending and receiving, the less they were focused on spiritual aims… We also found people reported ‘merrier’ Christmases when spirituality was a large part of their holiday, but reported lower Christmas well-being to the extent that the holiday was dominated by materialistic aspects.”

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sible. Tune into and take delight in their enthusiasm. Singing or dancing is an excellent way to move out of our head and open our heart to the joy within.

Remember that happiness is contagious: If we’re happy, we increase the odds that close friends and family will be happy, too.

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 Journey between Two Rivers (Hike) – 9am-2pm.

Join Pinelands Adventures Naturalist, John Volpa, for a 4-mi hike at an easy pace between the Mullica and Batsto Rivers. $35/adult; $20/ages 8-15.

Pinelands Adventures, 1005 Atsion Rd, Shamong. Preregistration required: 609-268-0189 or PinelandsAdventures.org.

Authentic Movement – 10-11:30am. With Lunden Ableson. Authentic Movement is a self-directed movement experience where the mover listens and feels for internal impulses to move; we wait to be moved. Movers explore spontaneous gestures, movements, and stillness, following inner impulses in the present moment. 4 classes. $20/ each, $70/4. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. JustBreatheCenter.org.

Batsto River Walk – 10am-12pm. Guided hike of Batsto Village and Wharton State. Walk the trail along Batsto Lake, to the top of the lake and back.

Michael Hogan will discuss Batsto’s fascinating history, as well as identify the flora and fauna. Batsto Village, 31 Batsto Rd, Hammonton. RSVP, Michael Hogan: 609-476-2086 or HoganPhoto@verizon.net.

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Animal Welfare Association Adoption Event – 12-4pm. Come meet some of our adorable, adoptable pets. Bring happiness home. Petco Turnersville, 141 Tuckahoe Rd, Ste 130, Sewell. 856-424-2288.

Adoptions@awanj.org. awanj.org.

Green Trading Post – Dec 1 & 2. 12-4pm. Organized as a traditional holiday bazaar, the Green Trading Post, offers merchandise and memberships from local nonprofit environmental, cultural or historical organizations. Pinelands Alliance Offices, 17 Pemberton Rd, Southampton. 609-859-8860.

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Winter Bike Commuting – 2-2:30pm. In this short session, our cycling expert will share tips and tricks to keep your bike commuting ambitions alive this winter. Free. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton.

856-810-1938. REI.com/stores/marlton.html.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2

markyourcalendar Enlightened Holiday Shopping 11am-4pm.

Make your holiday shopping meaningful and convenient. Halo Wellness Center is hosting unique vendors for all your spiritual shopping needs including crystals, handmade jewelry, essential oils, clothing and much more.

There will also be chair massages, reflexology, spiritual guidance and more for all the shoppers.

No entry fee; vendors and practitioners’ fees vary.

Halo Wellness Center 968 Rte 73 S, Marlton.

856-574-4433 ElevateYourHealth.com Interpretive Trail Hike – 1:30-2:30pm. Join an RNC naturalist for an interpretive hike through our varied habitats. Pace is easy and suitable for adults and teenagers. Free; donations encouraged. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-261-2495 or RancocasNatureCenter.org.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 3

Teachasana: Just for Yoga Teachers – 12-6pm.

Join Janet and Julie and other yoga teachers for the first in a series designed to support and inspire yoga teachers in their personal and teaching journeys.

Topics: Teaching the Bhandas, when & why; plus asanas for strengthening the psoas & pelvic floor. $50. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

The Holistic Chamber of Commerce, Cherry HillMoorestown Chapter’s 2nd Annual Holiday Gathering – 6-8:30pm. Mix and mingle with some of South Jersey’s most trusted and authentic holistic health and wellness professionals, and get a feel for what our high vibe tribe represents. Luna Y Sol Mexican Restaurant, 61 E Main St, Moorestown. Details: HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com/Moorestown.

History Hike – 1-2pm. Stroll the Historic Village, learn about Whitesbog’s role in history and visit Suningive, the worker’s cottage and other museums, buildings and farm landscapes that speak to Whitesbog’s heritage. $5 donation/person. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646. Whitesbog.org.

Music Meditation – 7:30pm. Featuring gong, bowls, drums and didgeridoo. Meditation class allows listening and creating music together. Participants can play an instrument to help expand the community soundscape and evolve the rhythmical expression through their own motion and energy. $25. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. JustBreatheCenter.org.

Angelic Immersion and Live Harp Concert – 2pm. Join Rita Strough and Gabrielle Esposito for an hour of angelic vibrations of love and music to celebrate the magic of the winter holiday season. Gabrielle will be playing angelic harp music and Rita will guide a meditative journey into the Angelic Realm. $25. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. JustBreatheCenter.org.

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Call Ahead TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4 Rev Up Your Metabolism Class – 5:30-6:30pm.

You can increase your metabolism by restoring balance and proper breathing. Join Postural Alignment Specialist Deb Freeman and begin to rev up your metabolism once again. $15. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

Vibrational Shift Class: Abundance – 6-7:15pm.

We will focus on changing the New Moon and abundance vibrations stored in the body. Learn and practice some easy abundance tools to create the positive change you desire. Lots of product discounts available at class. $22. Restoration-You, Inc, 720 E Main St, Ste 1-D, Moorestown. Register: Restoration-You.com.

Anti-Oxidant, Alkaline Water Demonstration – 9pm. Attend this live-streaming event with Nutritionist Shan Stratton, Nutritional Consultant to professional athletes from the NFL, the NBA, and the MLB who will share his passion for Kangen Water and achieving true health through his alkaline living principles. Register, Pat: 201-913-0397.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 Career Day For Entrepreneurs Webinar – 11am, 3 & 9pm. Anyone searching for a new beginning, new purpose; make immediate part-time or full-time income in the health and wellness industry, attend this webinar. Learn how to get started as the owner of your own global business. For more info: 201-913-0397. Kangen-Hydration.com.

Consumer Chemistry: Reducing Your Family’s Chemical Load – 7pm. Today, children and adults are exposed to thousands more chemicals than a decade ago. Harmful chemical exposure can lead to conditions such as allergies, asthma, eczema, compromised immune systems and ADD. Kim Condurso, Educator, will show you how to limit chemical exposure in your home including shopping tips and recipes for cheap and easy DIYs. Hosted

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by DeCotiis Chiropractic Wellness. LourdesCare, 1 Brace Rd, Cherry Hill. Register, Judy: 609-221-2285 or Tammy@Wellness4Living.com.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6 Yoga for Tweens – Thursdays, Dec 6-20. 4-5pm.

Ages 10-13. Class includes sequences and postures that are more typical of an adult yoga class. Come for a calming, stress-relieving class to strengthen the body and mind. Each class includes mat chats, mindful minutes and journaling. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon.

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Wisdom of the Deities: An Inner Exploration – 6-9pm. This session we will be talking, chanting and singing about Durga, Saraswati and Laksmi. Yvette OM shares her vast knowledge and experiential teachings through movement, breath, chanting, journaling, mediation and self-inquiry. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon.

856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

Power Through Menopause: A Group for Women – 6:30pm. Topic: A Healthy Twist on the Holidays.

A group for women that’s casual, fun-focused, free, and open to the public. Bring wine to sip and share.

Virtua will supply the snacks. Free. Barry Brown Health Education Center, 106 Carnie Blvd, Voorhees.

Space limited; register: 888-847-8823. Virtua.org.

Snowshoeing Basics – 6:30-8pm. Join our experienced REI staff for a class on the basics of snowshoeing. We’ll focus on the appropriate selection of gear as well as the basics on what you need and where to go to get started. Free. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. 856-810-1938. REI.com/stores/ marlton.html.

Cold Weather Paddling – 7-8pm. Come join our staff to learn how to extend your paddling season, and continue to enjoy your local waters long after others have put their boats in storage. Free. LL Bean at Sagemore, 500 S Rte 73, Marlton. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8 Lake Worth Cleanup – 10am-1pm. We will clean up the road sides along Rte 30 and New Freedom Rd and the park’s trail system. After the cleanup Michael Hogan will lead a macroinvertebrate survey of the lake. Lake Worth Park, White Horse Pike at Rosemond Ave, Lindenwold. RSVP, Michael Hogan: 609-476-2086 or HoganPhoto@verizon.net.

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Handmade Holiday Craft Fair – 11am-4pm.

Exhibitors will be spread throughout the village, kid crafts in the art gallery, a candy cane hunt and a special visit from you know who. Wagon rides into the bogs, hot cocoa, warm apple cider, live music and more. Free parking & admission. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646. Whitesbog.org.

Gifts from the Pinelands: Wreath Making – 2-4pm. All materials provided and all ages welcome.

This is a free event and kids get to make a craft to take home with them. Make wreaths, enjoy some games and snack, and help spread a little kindness this holiday season. Pinelands Alliance Offices, 17 Pemberton Rd, Southampton. 609-859-8860.

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Yoga for Cancer – 10am-4:30pm. This course will support teachers in designing a yoga class for students with cancer and survivors of all stages. $85.

Lourdes Institute of Wholistic Studies, 1600 Haddon Ave, Camden. To register: 856-580-6444 or LIWS.org.

Eckankar Sound of Soul Event – 11am-12pm.

Discover your inner guidance, healing for body, mind and spirit, and a higher form of creativity by chanting the sacred sound of HU. Spiritual discussion and light refreshments afterward. Free. Acu-Health Center, 100 W Camden Ave, Moorestown. More info: 800-870-9139 or Spirituality@Eckankar-NJ.org.

Candy Cane Hike – 2-3:30pm. Break out your best ugly sweater and join us for a jolly romp through the woods on this festive hike. We will be walking in a winter wonderland on these easy trails, perfect for the whole family. Free. Amico Island Park, 81 Norman Ave, Delran. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11 Improve Your Confidence Class – 5:30-6:30pm.

Studies show we can quickly, even in as little as a moment or two, improve our confidence through postural changes because they affect our physiology.

Join Postural Alignment Specialist Deb Freeman for this class and experience it for yourself. $15.

Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

Women’s Beyond Backpacking Basics: What’s Inside Your Pack? – 6:30-8:30pm. Join REI for this small group session on how to cut weight and tailor your gear to best suit your needs. Frere. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. 856-810-1938.

REI.com/stores/marlton.html.

Exploring Past Lives – 7-9pm. Join Board Certified Hypnotist and Instructor Barb Angelo for this highly experiential and insightful workshop. Learn how past lives can affect your present health, relationships, beliefs and karmic lessons. Experience a professional past life regression in a safe and inviting space. $40. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. JustBreatheCenter.org.

Anti-Oxidant, Alkaline Water Demonstration – 9pm. Attend this live-streaming event with Nutritionist Shan Stratton, Nutritional Consultant to professional athletes from the NFL, the NBA, and the MLB who will share his passion for Kangen Water and achieving true health through his alkaline living principles. Register, Pat: 201-913-0397.

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12

Inner Wisdom Oracle Card Certification – 10am12pm. With Christine Juckett. In this 6-wk course, learn how to: clear and activate cards, trust your intuition, find your primary way of receiving messages, be a clear channel for readings, use different spreads for specific readings and so much more. $222; payment plan available. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

TheCenterLifeInBalance@gmail.com.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13

Career Day For Entrepreneurs Webinar – 11am, 3 & 9pm. Anyone searching for a new beginning, new purpose; make immediate part-time or full-time income in the health and wellness industry, attend this webinar. Learn how to get started as the owner of your own global business. For more info: 201-913-0397. Kangen-Hydration.com.

Crystal Singing Bowls Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm.

With Shalini Saxena Breault. An hr-long savasana with the magical crystal singing bowls. $20 includes a signed copy of the book, Women Who Influence.

Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

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Winter Camping – 7-8pm. Whether it’s your first time out or you’re a seasoned winter camping veteran, our experts will share tips, techniques and advice on the latest gear to keep you safe and warm on your next winter overnight. Free. LL Bean at Sagemore, 500 S Rte 73, Marlton. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14 Celebrating Pinelands Photography – 6-7:30pm.

Please join us for the opening of a photography exhibit reception that features selected images from the Pinelands Preservation Alliance’s recent Pinelands Juried Photographic Exhibit. Free. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. 856-810-1938.

REI.com/stores/marlton.html.

An Exploration into the Heart of Bhakti – 6-9pm.

With Yvette OM. This workshop will explore this growing limb of yoga with ancient Sanskrit mantras repeated in “call and response” song. No vocal ability required. No experience necessary. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon.

856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

The Thru-Hiker’s Secret – 6:30-8:30pm. An Appalachian Trail thru-hike is one of the greatest gifts to yourself. Explore the physical, psychological and logistical secrets that can help you earn the coveted moniker of “Thru-hiker.” Free. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. 856-810-1938.

REI.com/stores/marlton.html.

From Dark to Light – 7-9:30pm. Celebrate the solstice and other traditions in this Season of Light. Learn how to recognize, feel and channel the energetic of electromagnetics (or light) for your health, family, friends and the Earth. Receive deep transmissions from the Teachers of Light to enlighten body, mind, spirit and cultivate channeling. $25/advance $35/at door. Cherry Hill. For details & to register, Andrea Regal: 856-904-5566.

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 Oldmans Creek Preserve Workday: Trailblazing – 10am-1pm. Have you ever wanted to be a trailblazer? Well now is your chance to become a literal trail-blazer. Join us at Oldmans Creek Preserve where we’ll clear 2 new trails in the area.

Oldmans Creek Preserve, 21 Main St, Swedesboro.

Info: pmarsenault@gmail.com. SJLAndWater.org.

John McPhee Pine Barrens Today Tour: Small Bus Tour – 10am-3pm. A small group driving tour to visit many places described in John McPhee’s landmark book The Pine Barrens. Guide: John Volpa. Travel by van making stops and taking short. $60/person. Pinelands Adventures, 1005 Atsion Rd, Shamong. Preregistration required: 609-268-0189 or PinelandsAdventures.org.

Naturalist-Led Walk – 10:30-11:30am. Join an RNC naturalist for a themed hike around the preserve. Suitable for adults and interested teenagers.

Free, but donations encouraged. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-261-2495 or RancocasNatureCenter.org.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16 Candy Cane Hike – 9:30-11am. Break out your best ugly sweater and join us for a jolly romp through the woods on this festive hike. We will be walking in a winter wonderland on these easy trails, perfect for the whole family. Free. Pennington Park, 501 Parkview Dr, Delanco. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

Winter Solstice Drum Celebration – 7-9pm.

With Shelley Shayner. Come to celebrate the Winter Solstice with us Native American style.

A Native American sacred pipe prayer ceremony will be included. Bring a drum or rattle but not necessary to participate. $20. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

TheCenterLifeInBalance@gmail.com.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16

markyourcalendar Soap from the Garden, Demo & Sale 1-3pm.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22

Learn about cold process soap making.

Watch soap being made with calendula flowers and luffa sponges grown organically in NJ gardens. Get a recipe and all the resources you need to make your own soap at home.

A variety of soaps available for purchase, just in time for holiday gift giving. Free.

Moonlight Walk – 6pm. Come explore the village and the bogs by moon light. An experienced guide will share insights about Whitesbog and the nature that surrounds us with a different topic each month. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646.

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Collingswood Library 771 Haddon Ave, Collingswood 856-425-2221 GMOFreeNJ.com/events Walk in the Wild: Permaculture – 2pm. With Elizabeth Kligge. In this permaculture short course, we will be distilling lessons found within a typical 72-hr Permaculture Design Course. Culminates in several hands-on design exercises. Free. Old Pine Farm Natural Lands Trust, Willoughby House, 340 Pine Ave, Deptford. To register: 856-217-9138.

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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18 Postured for Balance and Beauty Class – 5:306:30pm. Studies show that symmetry is pleasing to the human eye. Those who improve their posture often report feeling and appearing taller, thinner, stronger, and younger. The proof is in the posture.

Join Postural Alignment Specialist Deb Freeman. $15. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

Vibrational Shift Class: Crystals – 6-7:15pm.

We will focus on changing the crystaline vibrations stored in the body. Learn and practice some easy crystal tools to create the positive change you desire. Amazing crystal prices offered at class. $22. Restoration-You, Inc, 720 E Main St, Ste 1-D, Moorestown. Register: Restoration-You.com.

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21 Spiritual Wisdom Discussion Class – 11am-12pm.

Learn techniques to open your awareness of your spiritual life beyond the physical. Join us in this month’s topic: The Spiritual Law of Resonance.

Free. Mt. Laurel Community Center, 100 Mount Laurel Rd, Mount Laurel. More info: 800-870-9139 or Spirituality@Eckankar-NJ.org.

Winter Soul-stice Restorative Yoga – 6:30-8pm.

With Linda Sheehan. Using blankets, bolsters, pillows, blocks, straps and other “props” to support the body, restorative yoga works to bring profound shifts to the central nervous system, promoting deep restfulness, physical healing and greater well-being. $20.

Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

Kirkwood Lake Cleanup – 10am-12pm. Help clean the trails that run through the park. After the cleanup we will take a nature walk on the trail system. Meet at the end of Pinelawn Ave. RSVP, Michael Hogan: 609-476-2086 or HoganPhoto@verizon.net. SJLAndWater.org.

End-of-the-Year Hike at Rancocas – 4-6pm.

Join an RNC naturalist for a hike in the state park preserve. Suitable for adults and interested teenagers. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight.

Free, but donations encouraged. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-261-2495 or RancocasNatureCenter.org.

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Anti-Oxidant, Alkaline Water Demonstration – 9pm. Attend this live-streaming event with Nutritionist Shan Stratton, Nutritional Consultant to professional athletes from the NFL, the NBA, and the MLB who will share his passion for Kangen Water and achieving true health through his alkaline living principles. Register, Pat: 201-913-0397.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20 Favorite Local Winter Sports Destinations – 7-8pm. Learn the best local areas to enjoy cross country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding and winter hiking from our experts. Free. LL Bean at Sagemore, 500 S Rte 73, Marlton. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

Awakening with the Angels – 7-9pm. Each month explore with the Angels as Rita takes you through meditations, invocations and attunements with various beings of a high vibration. Wisdom downloads, and interactive messages activate the class to receive blessings and healing. $25. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. JustBreatheCenter.org.

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markyourcalendar Healing Emotional Eating 7-9pm 13-wk group begins. Psychotherapist and a certified focusing teacher will teach inner listening skills and group will practice listening more deeply to their issue of emotional eating.

No obligation consult. $30/session, $340/series; insurance may cover.

Merchantville Annie Fisher, LCSW: 856-448-1856 or DeepInnerListening@gmail.com.

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This delightful book is a compilation of essays ranging from the profound and poignant—love, faith, loss—to the heartwarming and hilarious—middle-age angst, motherhood mishaps, dog-poop scofflaws— and more. A Year of Inspired Living offers personal reflection questions and space for the reader to journal and help them create their most inspired year.

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 4 New Moon Ceremony – 7pm. A ceremony with guided movement to tune into the energy of the new moon, your body, your guides, your angels, and divine helpers. Consciously plant seeds and call in anything you want to harvest this new moon cycle. $20. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. JustBreatheCenter.org.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 31 Rutgers Master Gardener Course Registration Deadline – Do you want to increase your knowledge of the garden? Are you a novice gardener who wants to learn more? Course offered Feb 5-Apr 25, 9am12pm, Tue & Thurs. $250. Camden County Parks Environmental Center, 1301 Park Blvd, Cherry Hill. To register, Becki Szkotak: 856-216-7130 or Szkotak@njaes.rutgers.edu. MasterGardeners CamdenCounty.org/become-a-master-gardener.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9

markyourcalendar Posture on the Go and The Posture and Pain Connection 1:30-3:30pm

Postural Consultant Deb Parrish and Postural Alignment Specialist Deb Freeman join forces to provide both quick tips and tricks to correct your Posture on the Go as well as to educate you about The Posture and Pain Connection so you can begin to restore your posture and eliminate chronic and recurrent pains.

For those who desire quick effective solutions as well as long-lasting results.

Pre-registration suggested; Space limited $25 pre-register by Feb 6 $35 after Feb 6

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markyourcalendar YOGA CAPE MAY 9th ANNUAL HOLISTIC YOGA RETREAT: Listening with Our Hearts Jan 25-27 This retreat can help you deep within yourself to help discover your true self and allow you to find your own path to wholeness.

Experience guidance in various styles of yoga and meditation practices for all levels. $299 ALL INCLUSIVE. Deadline for payment Dec 31.

Marianist Family Retreat Center Cape May Point Info & reservations, Karen Manette Bosna: 609-827-8886 or Denise Anthony: 410-477-5369 YogaCapeMay.com.

markyourcalendar Cape May Awakening Retreat Jan 25-27 With Tricia Heiser, RYT, Reiki Master & founder of The Sanctuary for Yoga and Lisa Miliaresis, psychic, medium & author.

Immerse yourself in light as we share this magical weekend. Tricia and Lisa combine their individual practices to bring a complementary awareness to the symbolic language of the soul.

A weekend of yoga, meditation, channeling and interactive awakening classes. $295; $270 by Dec 15

Congress Hall, Cape May For more info & to register: TheSanctuaryForYoga.com.

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By Appointment – Struggling with a chronic condition or feel there is nowhere else to turn?

Let’s work together to balance energies and create a customized strategy for you. Appointments at Toms River Center and New Eygpt, or your home (central NJ+). See testimonials on our website and ask about our other days of service.

For more info & registration: 609-752-1048 or Siobhan@NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

sunday Stress Release Sundays – 11am-12:30pm. With Devpreet Kaur. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006.

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monday Sanctuary Big Kids Yoga – 6-7pm. Joyce will integrate traditional yoga poses, flowing sequences, breathing exercises, as well as deep relaxation and meditation. Students will leave with a more nuanced understanding of the physical and philosophical aspects of yoga. $10/class. The Sanctuary for Yoga, 43 S Main St, Medford. 609-953-7800.

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Mind-Body-Breath – 6-7:15pm. With Matt Liberti.

Assimilate the essential yogic elements of asana (postures), pranayama (breathwork) and dhyana (meditation). When practiced together, these spheres tap into the sacred power of yoga and all its teachings. Regular class rates apply. The Sanctuary for Yoga, 43 S Main St, Medford. Pre-registration advised: 609-953-7800. TheSanctuaryForYoga.com.

Discover the Serenity of T’ai Chi Chih (Joy thru Movement Class) – 6:30pm. For beginners and seniors. Need better balance, concerned about high blood pressure, quality sleep a challenge? Street Center, 100 Broad St, Hainesport. Register, Hainesport Municipal Bldg: 609-267-7114. More info: 609-752-1048 or Siobhan@NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

God: An Open Forum – 6:30-8pm. 2nd Mon. Are you aware of God? How would you define your relationship? What role, if any, does He play? Have your thoughts and feelings shifted during the years? An open discussion about what might be a critical awareness as we navigate our journey. $15. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

TheCenterLifeInBalance@gmail.com.

Monthly Meditation/Mini-Workshop – 6:308:30pm. 1st Mon. Explore meditation, energy education/topics and reiki. Please arrive on time so the meditation is not disturbed, and refrain from alcohol the day of the workshop. $15. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

TheCenterLifeInBalance@gmail.com.

Working Session Meeting: Sustainable Haddon Heights – 7pm. 1st Mon. Meetings are open to all interested volunteers. Haddon Heights Public Library, lower level, 608 Station Ave. SustainableHaddonHeights.org.

Mid-Day Meditation – 12pm. Also held Fri. Join us for a 10-min meditation. On Wed the focus is love; on Fri, peace. Each week we raise the love and peace vibration personally and globally. Treat yourself to a mid-week refresher. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

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Discover the Serenity of T’ai Chi Chih (Joy thru Movement Class) – 1pm. For beginners and seniors. Need better balance, concerned about high blood pressure, quality sleep a challenge? Hainesport Municipal Bldg, Hainesport. Register, Hainesport Municipal Bldg: 609-267-7114. More info: 609-752-1048 or Siobhan@NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

Discover the Serenity of T’ai Chi Chih (Joy thru Movement Class) – 9:30am. For beginners and seniors. Need better balance, concerned about high blood pressure, quality sleep a challenge? Country Lakes Clubhouse, 69 Tensaw Dr, Browns Mills.

For more info & registration: 609-752-1048 or Siobhan@NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

Tranquil Tuesdays – 6-7pm. Take a break from the stress of the week and join us for a tranquil hour of meditation and mindfulness practices with nurturing aromas of pure essential oils. Free. Infuse, 107 S Rte 73, Marlton. 856-452-5511. InfusedHere.com.

Knee Self-Massage Class for Pain Relief – 6-7:30pm. 2nd & 4th Tues. Also 11am-12:30pm, 1st Thurs. Proven simple self-massage technique teaches you how to eliminate knee pain immediately. Massage applied to your thigh (quadriceps) muscle, while in a seated position. Wear comfortable clothes with easy access to your thigh. No jeans please or bring shorts. Easy to learn, immediate benefits. $15/drop-in. Holos Touch LLC, 17 White Horse Pike, Ste 6, Haddon Heights. Registration: 856-428-5486, Dr.DottyAtkins@gmail.com.

Discover the Serenity of T’ai Chi Chih (Joy thru Movement Class) – 6:30pm. For beginners and seniors. Need better balance, concerned about high blood pressure, quality sleep a challenge? $100/6-wk series in advance. American Legion, 2 Meadowbrook Ln, New Egypt. For more info & registration: 609-752-1048 or Siobhan@NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

Down to Earth Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. A practical and realistic practice, using straightforward poses and clear alignment cues to developmental and physical confidence and awareness. Class touches on the natural world and its seasonal changes. Sol Yoga at Vacanti Jiu Jitsu, 1351 Rte 38W, Hainesport.

267-664-3236. SolYogaNJ.com.

Holistic Chamber of Commerce Cherry Hill-Moorestown – 6:30-8pm. 3rd Tues.

Regular chapter meetings. $5/members, $10/ nonmembers. Details about meetings, including current meeting location & topic: HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com/Moorestown.

Cancer Survivors Support Group – 7-8:30pm. 4th Tues. This support group focuses on cancer patients who have completed active treatment and are learning to live life as cancer survivors or for patients who wonder what life would be like after treatment. Free. Virtua Memorial Hospital, 175 Madison Ave, Mount Holly. 888-847-8823. Virtua.org.

wednesday Natural Health: Fresh Organic Produce Delivery – Wed & Fri. Delivery times vary. Laurel Hill Plaza, corner of Blackwood-Clementon Rd & Laurel Rd, Lindenwold. For more info: 856-784-1021.

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Discover the Serenity of T’ai Chi Chih (Joy thru Movement Class) – 6:30pm. For beginners and seniors. Need better balance, concerned about high blood pressure, quality sleep a challenge? Space limited. 6-wk series. 1970 Hwy 33, Hamilton.

For more info & registration: 609-752-1048 or Siobhan@NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

thursday Knee Self-Massage Class for Pain Relief – 11am12:30pm. 1st Thurs. Also 6-7:30pm, 2nd & 4th Tues. See Tues listing. Holos Touch LLC, 17 White Horse Pike, Ste 6, Haddon Heights. Registration: 856-428-5486, Dr.DottyAtkins@gmail.com.

Cancer Survivors Support Group – 6:30-8pm.

2nd Thurs. This support group focuses on cancer patients who have completed active treatment and are learning to live life as cancer survivors or for patients who wonder what life would be like after treatment. Free. William G. Rohrer Center for HealthFitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Voorhees.

888-847-8823. Virtua.org.

Light Language DNA Activation – 7pm. 1st Thurs.

Awaken and unveil your true divine nature to transform your life. Michelle Jonne of Thirteenth Ray, offers a Light Language Transmission of information that speaks directly to your DNA, activating and recoding your vibrational signature to assist you in connecting back to the Source within. $30.

Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson.

JustBreatheCenter.org.

Awakening with the Angels – 7-9pm. 3rd Thurs.

Each month explore with the Angels as Rita takes you through meditations, invocations and attunements with various beings of a high vibration. Wisdom downloads, and interactive messages activate the class to receive blessings and healing. $25.

Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson.

JustBreatheCenter.org.

friday Mid-Day Meditation – 12pm. See Wed listing. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford.

609-975-8379.

Friday Nite Fitness Hike – 7pm. Brisk pace, 8-10 miles. Work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks.

Meet at the Campground, Glass House and Coopers Rd, Woodland Township. Leaders, Bob Hodges: RLHHLR@aol.com. ocsj.org.

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Shaman-Based Cosmic Sounds Class – 7pm.

For pranic power, well-being and family healing.

Sei Jun Kan Korean Karate Studio, Cooper Corner Plaza, 201 Kresson Gibbsboro Rd, Voorhees.

More info, Dana Reynolds: 856-993-1786 or MtMeruHolistic.com.

Essential Oils 101 – 7-8pm. Learn the basics of essential oils. Attendees receive 10% off all customized purchases. Excludes merchandise. Free.

Infuse, 107 S Rte 73, Marlton. 856-452-5511.

InfusedHere.com.

saturday Whitesbog Volunteer Work Day – Thru Dec. 10am-3pm. 1st Sat. Come out and join our volunteers in outdoor or indoor projects in the village.

You can choose from helping to clear trails and garden paths or helping to organize our office cottage supplies for events. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills.

609-893-4646. Whitesbog.org.

Pet Adoption Day – 11am-2pm. PetsMart, 62 Centerton Rd, Mount Laurel. More info, Burlington County Animal Alliance: bcaaofnj.org.

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BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE RESTORATION THERAPY DR. CAMILLE SEMPLE-DALY, DO Replenish Center 215 Sunset Rd, Ste 204 Willingboro, NJ 08046 856-380-1330 Info@ReplenishHormones.com ReplenishHormones.com

Don’t wait any longer to restore your hormone balance. Symptoms due to menopause, andropause, PMS, thyroid dysfunction, adrenal fatigue, etc., should not negatively impact your quality of life. Regain your vitality and zest naturally with individualized BioIdentical Hormone Restoration Therapy (BHRT). Dr. Camille Semple-Daly is board certified in OB/GYN and Aesthetic Medicine. She has practiced Functional and Integrative Medicine for over a decade and has helped thousands of men and women restore balance with BHRT. See ad on page 5.

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Institute for Complementary & Alternative Medicine 24 Nautilus Dr, Ste 3, Manahawkin 609-978-9002 504 Hamburg Tpk, Ste 202, Wayne 973-790-6363 639 Stokes Rd, Se 202, Medford 609-654-5900 ICAMBartissMD.com Dr. Bartiss is among a small group of physicians that pioneered the early “integrated” health care system. As a conventionally and holistically trained physician, he offers the best of both schools of medicine. Dr. Bartiss’ “HEART” Program (Hormone, Endocrine, Adrenal Rejuvenation Therapy) addresses hormone imbalance and focuses on restoring his patients to optimal levels.

The simple explanation of this program is that when the endocrine system is balanced, a person is less likely to become ill, over-weight and emotionally imbalanced. ICAM patients report an improved quality of life, both emotionally and physically. See ad on page 13.

CHIROPRACTOR DECOTIIS CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS 30 W Holly Ave, Pitman, NJ 08071 856-218-1330 Fddec@WellnessSpeakers.org

Dr. DeCotiis specializes in wellnessbased Chiropractic care: helping the body to function at its personal best while reducing internal and external stresses. We individualize care to optimize performance of body systems by reducing nerve damage, improving spinal alignment, posture, ergonomics, sleep habits, hormone balance and improving overall health through exercise, weight loss, detox and supplementation.

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The Strawbridge Professional Center 212 W Rte 38, Ste 100 Moorestown, NJ 08057 856-273-1551 DrSylviaBidwell@verizon.net Bidwell-Chiropractic.com Dr. Bidwell is dedicated to providing patients the best possible spinal healthcare including chiropractic adjustment, massage, electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound, hot and cold therapy, cervical and lumbar traction, and stretching and strengthening exercise instruction.

Her adjustments techniques consist of diversified, activator, arthrostim, SOT blocking, craniosacral work, active release technique, and PNF stretching. See ad on page 23.

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ENERGYWORK DR. KEVIN GYURINA, DC, CCWP, RM The Healing Space Wellness Center 504 White Horse Pike, Collingswood, NJ 08107 609-361-4401 • DrKevinG.com

As above so below. Whatever the challenge or problem may be, it is expressed throughout all the layers of your body, mind and spirit. Dr Kevin combines advanced chiropractic techniques with life coaching, quantum energy healing, reiki and advanced detox, vitamin, mineral and herbal protocols to address multiple areas related to the pain. Unique, exciting and impactful results provided in one place from one doctor.

LISA O’BRIEN, E-RYT, CRM

Experienced Energy Intuitive and Yoga Teacher 856-261-0554• L-I-G-H-T.org Lisa O’Brien is an experienced yoga teacher, Reiki Master and energy intuitive offering private and group sessions. She specializes in clearing blockages and negative programs out of the energy system for healing and advancement on one’s path.

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HEALING MODALITIES SARAH OUTLAW, CBHC, MH, NRT

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MEDICAL SKINCARE AND COSMETICS DR. ANAMARIA NEWPORT, DMS, DMD, MHS, PAC 17 White Horse Pike, Ste 10B Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 856-323-8885

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PREVENT OR ELIMINATE CHRONIC PAIN DEB FREEMAN, PAS

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Aw a r e n e s s Coaching, with Maryann Miller, and Intuitive Guidance, with Susan Drummond, are offered at The Center and as private sessions in your home or over the phone.

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Jewel Amui-Bellon, M.D. 102 Centre Boulevard, Ste I Marlton, NJ 08053 856-267-5019 w4wma.com

Dr. Jewel Amui-Bellon is a well-respected, board-certified OBGYN in Marlton, NJ. She provides excellent individualized gynecologic and preventative care for women. In addition, she is committed to providing a wholistic, gentle, and compassionate way to conception for women who have been told they cannot carry out successful pregnancy outcomes. The oldest women was 56 years old at conception and successfully delivered a bouncy baby boy. See ads on pages 7 and 11.

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