Natural Awakenings Lancaster/Berks September 2023

LETTING TRAVEL CHANGE US

Preserving Earth’s Dark Skies

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Travel—it takes us away and it takes us within; the concept holds an entire world of meaning and conjures memories, aspirations and unknowns with as many definitions as there are individuals. But there is an art to moving about the world. How do we decide where to explore? How do we get where we are going?

Many traditions inspire the joy of returning to beloved respite locations, surrounded by views, sounds and colors that trigger comfort and ease. Sometimes adventures can challenge and expand our boundaries into uncharted territory, launching the thrill of new experiences and unexplored cultures, food and geography. All of these endeavors add dimension to our lives, marking the linear timeline of seasons turning and miles traveled.

Regardless of these myriad destinations, a common departure point is our wish to slip away from the mundane, electrified circuitry of daily life and let go of the stressors that accumulate within and around us. Nature’s soothing, refreshing frequencies initiate the transition, and even short excursions or day trips can reset and refresh our systems. This month’s theme is the sort of travel that is wellness-focused and specifically crafted to include sites or locations that offer activities, therapies and/or education that enhance our quality of life in a direct way. These trips work best when aligned with personal passions, intrigues and even service that speaks to the heart. An interview with Stephen Cope on page 44 adds a vital dimension of considering purpose and calling to the month’s lineup. These trips take us away from the status quo, opening inner potential portals that may trigger insights and perspectives to enhance all forms of discovery.

Any setting that offers a form of sanctuary can remind us that we are held by this Universe and a spirit of unity, even in solitude; and the surrender to our distinct interdependence as individuals in the great web of life naturally becomes a sacred comfort. Still, there are many obstacles to physical travel and journeys into foreign cultures; even for the well-seasoned explorer, logistical details for the most basic trips can be tricky. It is important to acknowledge that the simplest excursions can be the most divine, as barriers of cost and health challenges may pose realistic limitations for travel to new places.

We want to highlight the brilliance of contemplation, memory, visualization and our abilities as human beings to co-create an experience of reality in the raw. Imagination is one of our greatest gifts, transporting us in any moment toward heights of thrill and valleys of rest; our ability to access other “places” can slow brainwaves to a frequency known to enhance healing and peace. Activating the heart in meditation and thoughtful repose, and understanding more intimately this agency of getting to our own cleared space away from daily concerns and known distractions, is free, simple and breathtaking in its own right.

We support and celebrate the opportunities to be in this world in so many ways, so to wherever your heart is calling… onward, friends!

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ResonateYou Sound Therapy

ResonateYou is conducting Vibrational Sound Therapy Private Sessions, a new specialty of sound therapy, this fall. Jen Lobo Rose says, “You may have heard of sound baths or meditations, but VST sessions, or Vibrational Sound Therapy, is when the specially designed singing bowls are placed directly on top of the client during the meditation (with clothes and blankets, as well). This helps the client more quickly attain a deeper meditative state. When you are able to go into a lower brainwave state sooner, your body is able to fully relax longer and has a deeper impact into helping raise the parasympathetic part of your nervous system.”

Rose is a singer, vibrational sound therapy practitioner, composer and owner of ResonateYou, teaching voice for 20 years to people of all ages: pre-teens, teens and adults. She has been singing since she was 3 years old, and loves to help people learn about their body as an instrument; it is her favorite thing to do.

Cost is $110. Location: Lititz. For more information, email ResonateYou2@gmail.com or visit ResonateYou.com. See ad, page 57.

Pawpaw Festival at Horn Farm Center

TheHorn Farm Center for Agricultural Education and Explore York (YorkPA.org) will present the 19th annual York County Pawpaw Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., September 23 and 24. All proceeds support the Center’s land stewardship and education programs.

The outdoor, family-friendly event will feature pawpaw fruit and pawpaw trees to purchase, as well as educational talks, familyfriendly tours and pawpaw orchard walks on the Horn Farm’s regenerative landscape. Visitors will also enjoy local and regional food vendors, native plant nurseries, artisans and community organization booths, all in celebration of the wild and uncommon of York County, Pennsylvania.

The Susquehanna Region’s unique and nutritious pawpaw is the largest edible fruit native to the eastern United States. Fruiting from late September to mid-October, they grow abundantly in forests across the region.

Tickets available online to guarantee admission. Location: 4945 Horn Rd., York. For more information, call 717-757-6441, email Education@HornFarmCenter.org or visit HornFarmCenter.org/ pawpawfest.

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A Western Approach to Herbal Medicine

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Cara J. Marino, of Green Enchantments, believes that Western medicine systems and herbal medicine lack awareness and insight of one another, but if combined as an integrated and collaborative system, there is a positive benefit in functional performance, vitality and quality of life to reduce the symptomology or overall risk for illness/disease.

She notes that occupational therapy and herbalism can be a beneficial collaborative holistic approach for clients ages 18 and up, secondary to a similar approach of improving functional performance of not only the body, but the mind and spiritual being. “Both practices are focused on promoting, adapting and modifying an individual’s daily routine in order to increase one’s level of independence; from pain management due to arthritis or fibromyalgia to increasing vitality, due to the impact of depression or Hashimoto’s disease.”

Occupational therapy and herbalism integrate the importance of viewing an individual as a wholistic being, not merely the symptoms or diagnosis. Green Enchantments offers both online remedies for the general public and individualized consultations.

Cost is $60 for low-complexity consultation; $160 for high-complexity consultation. Location: Emmaus. For appointments and more information, email Cara@GreenEnchantmentsShoppe.com, call 860604-5125 or visit GreenEnchantmentsShoppe.com. See ad, page 55.

Tōne Sound Massage Energy Opens in Elizabethtown

Joseph Langham, LMT, VST, and Ariana Ballerini, LMT, R2, will conduct a grand opening of their new business, Tōne Sound Massage Energy, starting at 10 a.m., October 1, at 153 East High Street, Suite 101, in Elizabethtown. They offer sound healing, therapeutic massage and reiki in a lovely and quiet setting with no tipping. After subcontracting with a local establishment, they are now branching out on their own, welcoming both current and new clients to visit their consciously crafted space. They are accepting new clients as of September 29.

Grand Opening festivities include Restorative Yoga from 2 to 3 p.m. and Sound Meditation from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Reservations are required and are available online. The yoga and sound meditation classes for the event are pay what you wish and proceeds go towards facility improvements.

Pay by donation for grand opening festivities. See regular session prices at ToneSoundMassage.com. For more information, call 223227-1771 or email ToneSoundMassage@gmail.com. See ad, page 34.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL SPECIAL

Relax and unwind your tired body with a one-hour rejuvenating massage and stress treatment. Complete your relaxation with a foot detox treatment, believed by many to clean the liver and kidneys, resulting in less fluid retention, improved memory, greater bladder control and a stronger immune system.

Enjoy the ultimate body treatment! Includes a one-hour therapeutic massage with pumpkin aromatherapy to reduce stress and relax muscles, a 30-minute facial and a foot detox treatment to add up to a perfect day.

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Quantum Hypnosis Healing Therapy is a specific form of hypnosis that utilizes past life regressions to achieve desired goals and healing. Anyone who seeks mind expansion, emotional/ physical healing and connectedness to Source is invited.

Eden Energy Medicine Class

Mindbody with Renee is providing a 60-minute self-care workshop from 7 to 8 p.m. on September 8, 12 and 19, with tools for calming the mind and body. Eden Energy Medicine practitioner and licensed massage therapist Renee Mendenhall says, “Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Looking to boost your immune system and feel more energized throughout the day? Learn simple energy medicine techniques and tools from Eden Energy Medicine.” She will provide a brief education on the body’s energy system and lead participants through a daily routine that stimulates the body’s energies and helps to bring more balance and harmony to life. A handout of the exercises will be provided to take home.

Cost is $35. Event location: (inside Balanced Life Counseling) 255 Butler Ave., Ste. 300, Lancaster. For more information, call 717-875-4528, email Info@BalancedLifeLancaster. com or visit BalancedLifeLancaster.com. See ad, page 53.

More Yoga Options at The Urban Well

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The Urban Well at Saint James is expanding its regular Mindful Yoga schedule with two new weekly 60-minute classes that include Gentle Yoga, and two special Restorative Yoga sessions named The Cycle of Stillness Follows Sound, that coincide with First Friday celebrations. Weekly Gentle Yoga starts September 11 at 9 a.m. Weekly Restorative Yoga begins September 13 at 6 p.m. The Cycle of Stillness Follows Sound will be held September 1 and October 6 at 7 p.m. with an option to follow in a silent walking meditation leading to Saint James Episcopal Church for 30 minutes of Compline music—a contemplative service which includes meditative music played on an ancient stringed instrument and accompanied by the church choir singing a cappella by candlelight. Existing yoga classes continue to meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday and Friday and 6 p.m. Monday.

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The first Regular Mindful Yoga class is free, then $60 for six classes. The Cycle of Stillness is free. Location: 103 N. Duke St., Lancaster. For more information, call 717-397-4858, email UrbanWell@SaintJamesLancaster.org or visit SaintJamesLancaster.org /urban-wellcontemplative-practices/mindful-yoga-at-saint-james for new regular mindful yoga classes and SaintJamesLancaster.org/urban-well-contemplative-practices/cycle-of-stillness-followssound for special restorative yoga classes. See ads, pages 4 and 58.

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Columbia’s Bridge to Natural Well-Being

Riverside Acupuncture offers a trusted path to natural healing under the guidance of Jason Rinker, LAc, who has 23 years of expertise; the offer includes $40 off an initial session. Beyond providing treatments, Riverside promises a deeper understanding of wellness, an alternative for those cautious of large-scale pharmaceuticals.

He states, “When you visit us, you’re not just another appointment. You’re stepping into a space that values tradition, mirrors our town’s communal essence and prioritizes your health. Our serene garden views, coupled with time-tested East Asian techniques, ensure a holistic experience that taps into your body’s natural healing strengths.”

Location: 453 Cherry St., Columbia. For appointments and more information, call 484-5474756, email JasonRinkerLAc@gmail.com or visit Riverside-Acupuncture.com. See ad, page 52.

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Eliminate Dry Skin and Eczema

More than 10 percent of people in the U.S. have some form of eczema. Dry skin has specific characteristics and needs its own special care. It can be caused by colder weather, soaps, detergents, clothing and even water. A good moisturizer can do the trick to relieve dry, itchy skin.

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GSL Organics owner Candy Ann St. Martine-Park, CA, CHN, says, “For over 25 years, I have formulated and created safe, organic and holistic products for babies, children and adults that have proven to effectively help heal their dry skin, eczema and psoriasis concerns. Please contact me to schedule a free skin consultation.”

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For more information, call 717-844-1444, email Candy@greenstreetlux.com or visit GSLOrganics.org/post/dry-skin-vs-eczema. See ads, pages 29 and 57.

New Scavenger Hunt Contest

Radiance/Herbs from the Labyrinth will present the inaugural Find the Goddess Scavenger Hunt from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., September 19. There will be 15 devotional statues hidden around the store and activities will offer the opportunity to learn more about each deity and what they are known for.

It takes guts to overcome a pandemic. The team at My Gut Instinct is proud to announce that Guts & Glory 2021 will be a socially-distanced, outdoor, in person event.

SAVE THE DATE!

Saturday, September 25th

Owner Sarah Preston says, “Participants will receive a blank crossword puzzle. Each deity has a name tag and clue written on the bottom, and they will use the name and clue to figure out the word that belongs in the puzzle. If after completing the puzzle in the lending library all the answers are correct, they win a choice of Soul Flower hoodie or Deva Designs Elemental Goddess necklace while supplies last.”

Digestive & Wellness Expo

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SAVE THE DATE!

• Massage tent

Saturday, September 25th

• Live active demos (participation encouraged!)

• Farmer’s Market

RAIN OR SHINE!

• Live local music

Our FREE, ALL AGES, PET-FRIENDLY community event features:

Admission is free. Location: 13 W. Grant St., Lancaster. For more information, call 717290-1517, email HerbsFromTheLabyrinth@ gmail.com or visit HerbsFromTheLabyrinth. com. See ads, pages 30 and 55.

• Expert lectures on nutrition, tness & healthy living

• Kid targeted zones on healthy eating & exercise

• Healthy food and alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks for sale

• Live active demos (participation encouraged!)

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Quantum Hypnosis Metaphysical Solution

Roxanne Foura practices Quantum Hypnosis Healing Therapy (QHHT), a method of mind expansion and problem solving on the metaphysical platform that does not use mind-altering substances for those that have exhausted traditional methods of therapy. Clients may also be interested in mind expansion and stretching their universal understanding to seek alternative, higher-self approaches to reparation. Quantum Hypnosis is a guided trance, allowing transition into a theta brainwave state which is similar to falling asleep and waking, that allows the conscious mind to settle and the subconscious mind to come forward.

In this relaxed state, clients can access information from their current life, including hidden memories, previous lives or a future life; all of which are relevant to answering questions about relationships, families, work, emotions and physical or mental healing.

Complimentary discovery calls are available. Location: 932 Forest Rd., Lancaster. For more information, call 717-380-6634, email RoxanneFoura@hotmail.com or visit RoxanneFoura.com. See ads, pages 10 and 55.

New Unlimited Membership at Black Cat Yoga

Black Cat Yoga Lititz will celebrate their second anniversary on September 2 by launching a podcast in September called Misfit Movement, discussing the radical idea that movement can be joyful and come from a place of love instead of dissatisfaction. New Unlimited Members will get first access to podcast/vlogcast episodes.

Owner Jenny Bones says, “In addition to a variety of yoga classes to suit every body, we also invite you to The Boutique at Black Cat Yoga Studio which features all local and fair trade makers, crystals, jewelry, plants, skincare, original artwork and more. We call ourselves a Misfit Yoga Studio because we don’t fit the typical studio mold. We believe yoga and social justice go hand-in-hand, and we are fighting for equity in wellness. We have worked with many amazing local organizations like the YWCA, Clare House, Lancaster LGBTQ Coalition, Lititz Chooses Love and more. We’re not here to just be another yoga studio on the block; we’re here to change the world.”

Unlimited membership is $99. Location: 796 Lititz Pike, Lititz. For more information, call 717-500-1338, email BlackCatYogaLititz@ gmail.com or visit BlackCatYogaLititz.com. See ad, page 58.

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Inshanti Pure Essential Oils Protect Returning Students

Inshanti Pure Essential Oils provides proprietary blend immune system boosters for back-to-school needs. Owner Debra Stoltzfus says, “Pure essential oils provide a strong defense against viral infections, while rebuilding weakened immunity. Don’t face cold and flu season without it!” They are offering a 10 percent discount (code: immune10 at the website or store) on Rev It Up!, Protective Shield and Armor inhaler in September.

Rev It Up! delivers a daily dose of powerful essential oils to protect the immune system from the onslaught. Protective Shield is crafted from a variety of oils that support and bolster the immune response, whether dealing with stress from packing too much into the day, poor eating habits or fatigue.

Inshanti’s master blender originally created Armor for a client attending a weeklong horse show that wanted to stay free of allergies and colds, and to breathe clearly and easily. Its ingredients help decongest the sinuses, boost the body’s immune response, reduce allergic reactions and destroy microbes.

Location: 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd. Kinzers. For more information, call 717-587-3990, email Debra@Inshanti.com or visit Inshanti.com.

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Lisa Pulliam, BA, NLC-EP, LBC, has joined the team at Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy. Executive Assistant and Outreach Coordinator

Nicole Rabe says, “As a seasoned coach, consultant and teacher, Lisa adapts to a client’s needs, shifting roles and approaches with ease. She holds certifications from the Natural Lifemanship Institute as a traumainformed, equine-assisted coach and equine specialist, Life Breakthrough Academy coach and former instructor, Highlands Ability Battery consultant, and is currently pursuing a master’s in clinical counseling with a trauma concentration from Eastern University, as well as EMDR certification.”

Location: 699 Wooltown Rd., Wernersville. For more information, call 717-917-7137, email Info@TakeHeartCounseling.com or visit TakeHeartCounseling.com. See ad, page 53.

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Impacts of Radio Frequency Radiation

Testing Acupuncture for Long-Term COVID

The introduction of 5G mobile phones and infrastructure has given rise to concerns about their safety, as more than 1 million new antennas will be required in the U.S. Currently, the Federal Communications Commission and International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection consider only the thermal effects (tissue heating) from electromagnetic frequency (EMF) exposure as potentially harmful.

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A group of researchers led by Ariel University, in Israel, evaluated the non-thermal effects of exposure to EMF radiation on biological systems and human populations by reviewing in vitro [outside a living organism] and in vivo [inside a living organism] studies, as well as clinical studies on electromagnetic hypersensitivity and the epidemiological evidence for cancer due to the action of mobile-based radiation exposure Although data derived from these studies was inconsistent, the researchers found supporting evidence that this radiation may contribute to cancer, endocrinological, neurological and other adverse health consequences. The researchers call for a more targeted, interdisciplinary research effort by national governments to ensure public health.

Long COVID affects nearly 14 percent of adult patients that had COVID-19. It is characterized by symptoms lasting at least 12 weeks after the initial infection, including fatigue, brain fog and breathlessness. Although there is no standard treatment for this clinical diagnosis, researchers in the UK are currently studying the impact of acupuncture on this lingering condition, as the practice has been successfully used to treat similar symptoms associated with other ailments.

The randomized trial began in 2022 and is expected to collect data from 160 participants until the year 2025. Participants with long COVID are selected if they have a fatigue score greater than five on the COVID-19 Yorkshire Rehabilitation Scale. The experimental group will be offered weekly 15-minute acupuncture treatments for six weeks, while the control group will receive no acupuncture treatments. Both groups will be required to complete questionnaires on their general physical and mental fatigue at baseline and at two, six and 12 weeks. Throughout the study, both groups will be provided with general advice on managing their symptoms. As reported by NBC News, the participants receiving acupuncture so far “do seem to be responding” positively to the treatments, according to Dr. Imogen Locke, a clinical oncologist at the Royal Marsden Hospital, in London, who is leading the study.

Children’s Physical Activity Declined Since Pandemic

In a new systematic review and meta-analysis published in JAMA Pediatrics, researchers found that children’s physical activity has been greatly reduced by the COVID-19 pandemic. The researchers looked at data from 22 studies that included 14,216 participants ranging from 3 to 18 years old. The data showed that children’s total daily physical activity decreased by 20 percent (17 minutes), irrespective of pre-pandemic baseline levels, and the reduction was larger for higher-intensity physical activity. This reduction represents almost one-third of the daily dose of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity recommended for young children and adolescents.

These effects are largely due to social distancing policies and related school closures, which affected 1.5 billion youth worldwide. Under lockdown, children no longer had access to regular physical activities, recreational facilities or outdoor recess, and online learning increased sedentary screen time, disrupting healthy habits. Physical activity affects not only physical health, but also psychosocial functioning and mental well-being.

The study’s results align with another meta-analysis showing that the pandemic increased the prevalence of youth depression and anxiety symptoms, highlighting the tremendous challenges that public health officials face to revive young people’s interest in physical activity since the pandemic.

Sucralose May Damage DNA

Sucralose is an artificial sweetener 600 times sweeter than table sugar. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved its use in baked goods, beverages, chewing gum, gelatins and frozen dairy desserts. A recent study conducted by scientists at the University of North Carolina found that ingesting sucralose may cause the formation of a genotoxic chemical called sucralose-6-acetate. Genotoxicity refers to the breaking up of DNA, resulting in damage that could potentially contribute to health problems. Researchers also found trace amounts of this dangerous chemical in sucralose itself, even before it was consumed and metabolized.

The study included eight projects that exposed human blood cells to sucralose-6-acetate, which researchers found induces the expression of genes associated with inflammation, oxidative stress and cancer. Exposure to certain concentrations of sucralose-6-acetate and sucralose also appeared to impair the gut lining, and sucralose-6-acetate inhibited certain enzymes, which could interfere with the body’s ability to metabolize medications.

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Because space has no atmosphere, the sunlight is undiluted, which means that a space-based solar panel would be able to generate more energy than a comparable panel on Earth. The other potential benefit to collecting solar power in space is that there are no day-night cycles, cloud cover or seasonal variations to contend with.

Among the grant winners were two British schools: Cambridge University, which is developing ultra-lightweight panels that can withstand high radiation levels, and Queen Mary University, which is working on a wireless system to safely beam the energy to Earth. In related research, scientists at the California Institute of Technology were able to successfully transmit power wirelessly in space and to beam detectable power to Earth using an experimental spacecraft.

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Global Warming May Threaten Heart Health

As temperatures rise due to global warming, scientists are worried about how extreme heat may impact heart health. Research published in the JournalofAppliedPhysiology warns that air temperatures as low as 93° F may lead to a steady increase in heart rate under humid conditions. This increase, referred to as cardiovascular heart strain, can occur even before a person’s internal temperature starts to rise.

The study involved healthy participants engaging in light physical activity inside an environmental chamber. As the chamber got hotter, participants’ heart rates increased and then plateaued. However, when the chamber continued to heat up, heart rates began to rise again and continued to rise even after the experiment. This rapidly increased heart rate indicates cardiovascular strain.

A related study published in Physiological Reports reported that even at rest, heat can affect the heart. Researchers found that at 50 percent humidity, the heart rate of participants at rest was, on average, 64 percent higher at 122° F than at 82° F. These findings are concerning, as extreme heat events are becoming more common around the world and could be lethal for vulnerable and older populations.

Light-Emitting Technology on the Horizon

Researchers from Japan and Germany are developing eco-friendly light devices that use a single layer of organic film mixed with light-emitting materials and an electrolyte. These light-emitting electrochemical cells (LEC) are gaining attention due to their simplified structure and because they consume less energy and cost less than the organic light-emitting diodes (OLED) currently on the market.

The research team is using molecules called dendrimers, new organic materials that can extend the life of LECs. The electrolyte in an LEC can be made from inexpensive materials, such as biomass-derived cellulose acetate, a compound used in clothing fibers and eyeglass frames, whereas OLEDs use rare or heavy metals. Researchers are also using graphene, a single layer of carbon atoms, as the electrode. While the progress is exciting, the developers of this new lighting technology note that more research is needed before it goes to market in order to make the devices brighter and capable of illuminating in three primary colors.

Hummingbirds That Don’t Pollinate

Every day, hummingbirds must drink nearly their body weight in nectar to survive. Most hover above their food by beating their wings up to 80 times a second and inserting their beaks into the tubes of flowers. As they consume their food, grains of pollen stick to their foreheads, pollinating the next flowers they encounter.

Scientists from the University of Connecticut recently identified 66 species of hummingbirds that may be harvesting nectar without pollinating flowers by using tiny toes to cling to a nearby branch rather than hovering above. These birds, which have a longer hallux claw to hold on to a stem and a shorter beak to get in closer, are able to save energy and obtain nectar from previously inaccessible flowers by poking into the side of the flower tube. This method, however, appears to prevent pollination from occurring.

Eco Travel 101

While checking places off the travel bucket list, keep in mind these traveling tips for leaving small footprints across the Earth.

REDUCE FARAWAY TRAVEL

Burning up jet fuel to fly to places represents a large affront to the environment. Staycations are the most eco-friendly. The shorter the distance we travel from home, the lower our carbon footprint. Because takeoffs and landings use the most fuel, fly direct whenever possible.

AVOID OVER-TOURISM

Some sites are so popular that they are prone to being overrun and abused. To avoid becoming part of the trampling herd and minimize tourist impact, visit the most popular tourist destinations during off-peak months or avoid them altogether. A green travel agent can help find less-trafficked destinations, book hotels with green certifications and secure eco-friendly tours and adventures.

SAY NO TO DISPOSABLE PLASTICS

Put together a travel kit that doesn’t include throwaway plastics. Pack soap, shampoo and conditioner bars, as well as soap sheets that fit in a wallet, lather up with water and disintegrate. Invest in a reusable travel bottle—collapsible types use less space—along with a filter or purifier, in case of non-potable water. Pack a few lightweight cloth bags for souvenir shopping.

GO PAPERLESS

Most transportation tickets can be purchased online and stored on a phone, with no paper needed. The same is true for maps, brochures and guidebooks.

RESPECT RESOURCES

Help the local economy by using less of the area’s resources. Turn off the lights and air conditioning when not in the hotel room. Take short showers. Don’t get the bed remade with fresh sheets every day, and reuse towels as much as possible.

SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES

To support community talent, purchase from local artisans for unique gifts. While a chain restaurant might seem fun, a local restaurant is more likely to serve authentic dishes. Ask residents where they would go, or hire a guide that lives in the area.

USE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

Rental cars and taxis use more resources and may not give the best travel experience. Taking a local bus or train across town helps the environment and provides a great way to experience the culture. Biking and walking are even more environmentally friendly and allow for some of the best meandering and sightseeing

LEAVE NO TRACE

Leave nothing behind. Place trash in receptacles, or, better yet, carry a bag and pick up trash to beautify the landscape.

Homefields Picnic at the Farm

Picnic at the Farm, an annual outdoor dining event hosted by Homefields from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., September 24, incorporates organic vegetables, fruits and herbs grown at the Homefields Care Farm. Gates open at 10:30 a.m.

Funds raised support adults with disabilities, help maintain their group homes, provide employment for people with disabilities and preserve farmland. There is a special focus on creating a welcoming and accessible space for people of all abilities and needs, including intellectual developmental disabilities and other neurodiverse conditions.

The picnic features music by the Over Easy Trio, local chefs that host a tasting tent and other local businesses that provide support. Miller’s Smorgasbord will offer sustenance and the Lancaster County Career and Technology Center will sponsor the children's area. A kids’ space is produced by childhood development instructors and

teachers where kids under 12 are free, with live music, farm tours and more.

Chef Matt Scalzo, from Cracked Pepper Catering, Erica Joy Bakes and Koshary Station will host a Taste of Homefields tent offering small bites prepared from ingredients grown at the farm. Guests can also play lawn games, take a self-guided tour, visit native plant gardens and snap selfies with a tractor.

Ticket prices include accessible parking, off-street parking, a shuttle and food, drink, beer, wine, a Farmer’s Cocktail and mocktails. Homefields president of the board of directors Allison G. Hawthorne says, “Hang out with good people, enjoy good food and all for a good cause.” Natural Awakenings Lancaster/Berks is a media sponsor.

Cost: $30 in advance, adults $35 at the door; youth, 13 to 17 $10; 12 and under free. Table sponsorships are available. Location: 150 Letort Rd., Millersville. For more information, call 717-572-2719, email Info@Homefields.org or visit Homefields.org. See ads, pages 39 and 54.

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No Guts NO GLORY

The 10th annual Guts & Glory (G&G) Digestive & Wellness Expo will be held from 3 to 10 p.m., September 23, on the Perkins Plaza event lawn. There will be expert lectures on nutrition, fitness and healthy living, healthy food, alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks for sale, live active demonstrations, kidzones, holistic experts, a MEGA-colon gut-heath exhibit, massage tent, farmers market, live local music, free tasting samples and free health screenings.

Founder Aparna Mele, M.D., a board-certified gastroenterologist with Digestive Disease Associates since 2007, says, “I take care of all kinds of patients with varying degrees of health. I spend each and every day educating them on the critical importance of diet and nutrition on digestive health and the ability to prevent disease just by what one does and does not put into one’s mouth. The phrase,‘You are what you eat,’ is a gastroenterologist’s mantra! However, studies have shown that patients recall and retain about 50 percent of what a healthcare provider tells them, and I have found that lecturing patients is only so effective. I wanted to find a creative and memorable way to get the message across to the community that a healthy diet facilitates digestion and helps maintain ideal body weight, and in turn, taking control of digestive health prevents disease and can improve overall health, well-being, and happiness.”

She explains, “Rather than a health lecture or a scolding, I wanted instead to create a way to collectively celebrate the beauty of wellness and inspire people to eat and live better

and motivate them to make positive and healthy behavioral and lifestyle changes and understand the wealth of resources in our community to help them on their journey. This is how Guts and Glory Digestive and Wellness Expo was born!” Her hope is that the fair will capture interest, educate the health conscious and health curious, and improve the health of the community by promoting healthy behavioral changes.

This particular milestone is very special to Mele. She shares, “I am incredibly touched by the love and support of my community to support my endeavor and join me in this grassroots health revolution I started 10 years ago. And when I did create this event, I had no idea it would become a decade-long annual event that grows bigger and bigger every year! I am forever surrounded by a massive hive of loyal supporters, followers, team members, volunteers and community friends who are solely responsible for G&G’s longevity and success.”

She beams, “We have name recognition and people of all ages and from all walks of life mark their calendars to be there! Year after year, our humble event has expanded the minds, and hopefully improved the lives, of many, and we will continue our work to inspire our community members to not succumb to illness, but rather embrace control over their wellness!”

G&G has expanded into a universal and all-encompassing panorama of not just individual physical health, but also societal

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If taking farm-wide wagon tours, harvesting pumpkins, drinking fresh apple cider, and enjoying organic snacks around the bonfire are some of your favorite autumn activities, then we have just the event for you!

and community health (the relationships with one another despite differences, and the relationships with first responders); animal health (the relationship with pets and wildlife); spiritual health (the relationship with faith and belief systems); environmental health (the relationship with the external world and the planet); mental health (maintaining a strong mindset and taking care of emotional well-being); nutritional health (creating a positive relationship with food and making clean dietary choices whenever possible); and cultural health (embracing a diverse community, immersing in unique customs and practices of other cultures and learning and embracing cultural differences).

Mele says, “We plan to build up our live cultural program, showcase new and interesting area vendors and hopefully have a variety of different foods to enjoy. Our big, inflatable colon will welcome each visitor, as everyone must walk through it to enter the ‘guts’ of our expo. We have special commemorative 10-year anniversary T-shirts for sale, and we hope people will buy and wear them with pride to help spread the message that we must celebrate and protect our health, and that we have a huge role to play in our own wellness.

“I fantasize about finding a way to have a drone take an overhead aerial view of our celebration, and I want to frame it on my mantlepiece to remind myself of how far this little creation has come! It’s a people expo and an experience expo that allows all of us to come together and celebrate life and health. Plus, this nonprofit endeavor has allowed me to meet some of the best citizens of our community and the wealth of friendships I have made and partnerships I have created through Guts and Glory just makes my heart smile, as does the joy of seeing people turn their lives around after learning a thing or two at our humble expo.”

Admission is free. Location: 1801 Broadcasting Rd., Reading. For more information, visit MyGutInstinct.org/guts-glory. See ad, page 11.

KULA KAMALA

Promotes Unity, Stillness and Inner Peace

by Lottie Sass

stemmed from long-term Lyme disease, and was weak and bedridden for nearly a year.

“While recovering, I felt very disconnected with myself,” she reflects. “My condition precluded me from my normal practices of yoga for nearly a year. It was the thing that was missing in my life. My husband suggested that I pick up my yoga practice again, and I replied that I was in pain and could barely walk up a short flight of stairs, much less do sun salutations. His response was, ‘Aren’t you always the one who told me that yoga is not about the posture, it’s about the stillness?’ Of course, he was correct.”

At that point, despite her health obstacles, Swamini Ji entered a summer intensive yoga teacher training program. She eventually met and studied yoga and spirituality under Swami Adhyatmananda, of Gujarat, India, who would become her beloved guru. Swamini Ji, who says she has always been deeply drawn to service, started working with hospitals and nonprofit organizations that dealt with at-risk families and children, which led to her forming the Kula Kamala Foundation.

“I always felt a profound calling to serve. What started as a whisper, over the years got louder and clearer, and one day I realized, ‘Now is the time. I am being firmly placed on the path I am meant to walk,’” she says.

Swamini Shraddhananda Saraswati (Swamini Ji), co-founded Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram with her late husband, Ed RamaChandra. The nonprofit spiritual center offers meditation, yoga, yoga therapy, yoga teacher training, spiritual counseling and education, classes and more. The onsite Food4All Café.teria offers a pay-what-you-can brunch each Sunday featuring vegan, gluten-free food made with organic produce, often harvested from the ashram gardens.

Swamini Ji had practiced yoga and studied its teachings since in her teens, and always found it to be supportive, especially while working through her early life and health traumas. Early on, she worked as a waitress, went on to earn five academic degrees and became an archaeologist, researcher and university professor. In 2002, she experienced significant health issues that

After studying with Swami Adhyatmananda in India, Swamini Ji was left feeling inspired to develop an ashram in the United States. She and her husband searched for a vacant school to purchase and renovate. In 2015, they found the perfect site. The building, constructed in 1932, served as an elementary school and in more recent times, a school for at-risk youth.

“I had a clear vision of exactly how the ashram would look and feel. On the day we came to see this building, I patiently walked through each room. By the time I reached the little room at the far end of the building, what is now a meditation temple, I knew this is the space in my vision, the space where the ashram is meant to be developed,” Swamini Ji recalls.

Offerings Inspire Wholeness and Compassion

Yoga classes at the ashram are passive and gentle, rather than physically exerting, Swamini Ji explains, which aligns with the therapeutic approach to yoga practice that she is known for. “For people constantly on the go and experiencing stress and anxiety, taking gentler classes supports the parasympathetic function of

their nervous system. If all we ever do is go-go-go, our bodies become chronically stressed, and research tells us that stress is the underlying factor in nearly all disease. We need something to support us in slowing down, so we can learn about stillness and inner peace.”

There are four pillars of offerings at the Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram. First, public yoga and meditation classes are donation-based, so no one is precluded from taking part for financial reasons. Second, the ashram offers tuition-based professional yoga teacher certification, which the Kula Kamala Foundation has sponsored since 2008, including registered teacher training at the 200- and 500-hour levels, along with professional yoga therapy training at 300- and 800-hour levels.

The ashram also offers a Spiritual Leadership certification program, which comprises one-year of compassionate service. Swamini Ji notes that it is not uncommon to have nurses, doctors, sound therapists and psychologists participate in these certificate programs.

Third, Swamini Ji offers spiritual counseling, Ayurvedic counseling, yoga therapy via group and private sessions and themed wellness retreats for those interested in using the techniques and wisdom of yoga to strengthen health, wellness, happiness and relationships.

The fourth pillar of offerings at the ashram is the study of scriptures and teachings associated with yoga and the practice of associated rituals, including homa and puja. These study sessions teach proper pronunciation and meaning of mantras, and offer the public an opportunity to come together in uplifting purpose.

There is also a holistic department that offers massage therapy. Onsite gardens produce organically grown fruit and vegetables for the Food4All Café.teria. There is a meditation path and labyrinth open to the public.

Promoting Peace In Pennsylvania and Beyond

In 2023, Swamini Ji expanded her vision of Kula Kamala Foundation and opened the Saraswati Ashram & Devi Mandir in the village of Headford, in County Galway, Ireland. The space is located on the

shores of Lough Corrib, a large lake in a serene countryside setting. Swamini Ji leads retreats there. Participants interested in an international adventure can explore the teachings and practices of yoga and meditation while enjoying Irish culture and history.

Swamini Ji was inspired to develop the Irish ashram after visiting Ireland with her son and daughter. Smitten by Ireland’s diverse ecology, environment and quaint villages, she returned to the island several times, and with the support of her children, located the building where the Saraswati Ashram & Devi Mandir is now located. Swamini Ji is planning to lead four retreats to Ireland in 2024.

Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram has been a strong presence in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and beyond. Swamini Ji focuses on building and empowering community relationships, currently offering a series of talks at West End Yoga, in Lancaster. She provides annual presentations at the Berks County Breast Cancer Center and has supported both Reading and Oley Val-

ley students, staff and faculty. The ashram also participates in festivals and conferences, providing guidance for those intending a life of peace and an experience of unity.

“This spiritual path has unfolded for me in such creative and meaningful ways. Every day, there is something new that touches my heart, a new opportunity to be of service, to learn, to listen, to teach, to be humble and compassionate, and to be an uplifting, peaceful influence in the world— which is most definitely needed right now,” Swamini Ji enthuses. “It is nourishing to our souls when we embrace peace, and it is liberating to answer the call of the heart. May we all come to be of service to the healing of self and others through peace. May we know that following the call of the heart is what we are meant to be doing in this life.”

Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram is located at 17 Basket Rd., in Alsace. For more information, call 484-509-5073 or visit KulaKamalaFoundation.org. See ads, pages 33 and 58.

Hempfield Apothetique CREATES NEW WELLNESS OFFERINGS

by Sheila Julson

Hempfield Apothetique was founded by registered nurse Heather Kreider as a way to offer her line of handcrafted Hempfield Botanicals cannabis products. The business has since grown to offer classes, workshops and medical marijuana consultations in a wellness-focused, welcoming space.

They include Sound Immersion Meditation, which uses instruments such as tuning forks, Himalayan singing bowls and gongs to help induce a deeply meditative state. The popular Rhythm for Our Soul Drumming Circle uses West African djembe drums to help participants release stress. “When you’re drumming, you’re focusing very much on rhythm,” Kreider explains. “It’s an amazing escape and release.”

Hempfield Apothetique offers group guided meditation, led by sound therapist Lori Stahl, at 5 p.m. each Monday. They also play pre-recorded sound meditation sessions for free for those unable to pay for live meditation sessions.

Kreider notes that sound has been used since ancient times as a conduit for meditation. “Just taking the time to pause and allow the mind to not think about anything,” she says. “As children, we get naptime as a chance to decompress if we’re overstimulated. But as adults, we just keep going and pushing ourselves until we reach the breaking point.”

The Puff Puff Paint class allows users to release their creativity onto canvas while partaking in legal cannabis products. The Electrons Plus experience is a guided pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy that can help eliminate pain. The private sessions are led by Michael De Hoff, a human movement specialist, Electrons Plus practitioner and the owner of Free Flow Training, LLC.

During the month of September, Hempfield Apothetique will host two unique workshops: at noon on September 10, the Seasonal Cooking Series, An Ayurvedic Approach to Seasonal Eating, will educate participants about beneficial foods, herbs and spices for autumn. An Ayurvedic facilitator will demonstrate how to make ghee, a clarified butter used in several Indian recipes, and a vegetarian shepherd’s pie.

From 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., September 9, the Cooking with Cannabis class will demonstrate how to make hemp-infused butter and oil to use in many dishes. Attendees will also learn about dosing for safe consumption.

The Community Acupuncture + the Five Elements Series, Autumn Treatment In Traditional Chinese Medicine session, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., September 15, is a community acupuncture session led by Nick Dower, a licensed acupuncturist with Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health Holistic Therapy.

“Our classes focus on natural health and well-being, but they focus on cannabis, as well,” shares Kreider. “We teach people how they can incorporate cannabis into their wellness routines in an effective way. We use cannabis as a plant-based medicine, rather than for recreational use. As cannabis consumers, we designed a safe space for everyone.”

Expanding the Line of Hempfield Botanicals

After the 2018 federal Farm Act legalized the production of hemp, also defined as cannabis, along with many of its derivatives, Kreider created the line of Hempfield Botanicals cannabidiol (CBD) topicals, smokable flowers, gummies, body products and pet products. She has since crafted products with other beneficial cannabinoids.

New items include 2018 Farm Act-compliant, hemp-derived, delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) gummies. Each serving contains less than 0.3 percent THC, the federally legal limit, Kreider says. She recommends the gummies for people that cannot take oral tinctures or are seeking pain relief and improved sleep.

Also new is THCa smokable flower, a non-psychoactive cannabinoid that will eventually produce THC when heated or aged over time. It’s stronger than CBD, Kreider says, and a Pennsylvania medical cannabis card is not required for purchase.

The new Hempzer Seltzer is a refreshing nonalcoholic, non-THC seltzer beverage brewed with hemp instead of hops. There is no sugar added. In addition, Kreider now offers hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) cartridges. “HHC is found in the seeds and pollen of the hemp plant, but can be converted through a hydrogenation process involving THC that’s either converted from CBD or extracted in its natural form,” Kreider explains.

The Hempfield Botanicals line includes blends of sativa strains, which are commonly used during active day hours; indica strains, which promote relaxation; and hybrid blends of both. Many of Kreider’s topical products and oral oils are made with hemp grown in Lancaster County.

Through cannabis education, Kreider enjoys empowering people to take their health into their own hands. “When you see that light bulb go off and they realize they can improve their health, it’s pretty amazing,” she says.

Hempfield Apothetique is located at 100 W. Walnut St., in Lancaster. For more information, visit HempfieldApothetique.com or call 717-874-8480. See ads, pages 21 and 52.

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TRAVELING WITH PURPOSE

NINE DESTINATIONS FOR SPIRITUAL ENLIGHTENMENT

by Kiki Powers

Throughout history, humans have embarked on pilgrimages in pursuit of wealth, good fortune, divine intervention, spiritual enlightenment and other blessings. These journeys could be considered the earliest manifestations of one type of adventure travel, while today some of these would be defined as spiritual tourism.

The notion of “spirit” refers to both our conscious and subconscious minds. A spiritual practice, then, is any activity that enables us to step away from the noisy parade of life and explore our emotions, where any concept of the human spirit resides. This spiritual self-care includes any ritual or practice that helps connect us with our most authentic higher self.

Travel can be an amazing way to explore metaphysical interests with new people, sites and scenes, in order to invigorate the senses, stimulate the imagination, refresh the mental framework and invite new ideas and personal insights. Some places qualify for spiritual travel by virtue of their natural beauty, or due to some historical, mythological or religious significance. For a trip that fosters mind-body-spirit self-care with a generous portion of adventure, check out these sacred sites.

Mount Shasta

This Northern California treasure is believed to be a powerful spiritual vortex that has long captured the imagination of spiritual seekers. By some accounts, Mount Shasta is reputed to be the Earth’s root chakra, in keeping with the belief that, like

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the human body, planet Earth possesses chakra energy centers.

This majestic mountain, which is associated with healing, transformation and spiritual awakening, is a stunning backdrop for the many spiritual retreats and workshops offered locally that include meditation, energy healing, yoga, sound therapy and other restorative modalities.

Spiritual guide Andrew Oser, who has led Mount Shasta retreats for decades, says, “I can help you allow Mount Shasta’s transforming energies into the core of your very being, and by utilizing my direction to harness the mountain’s heightened vibration, you will feel it almost magically dissolve all of your fears.”

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From venturing to the bright turquoise waters at Havasu Falls nearby to visit ing the Chapel of the Holy Cross, there are many activities in Sedona for those wishing to connect more deeply to na ture and themselves.

Bali, Indonesia

Known as the “Island of the Gods”, Bali is a captivating destination with a serene,

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spiritual ambiance. Nestled amidst lush greenery and terraced rice fields, the town of Ubud, in the uplands of Bali, enjoys international recognition for its spiritual offerings and welcoming vibe for those seeking inner peace and self-discovery.

Holistic healing options in Bali include energy therapies, sound healing and traditional Balinese massage. Yoga enthusiasts will be delighted with the varied class options, immersive programs and specialized workshops. Along with wellness spas offering rejuvenating treatments that harmonize the body, mind and spirit, Bali offers beautiful meditation areas for quiet contemplation.

Machu Picchu, Peru

Spirituality runs deep in the Peruvian

culture, from the ancient temples of the Incas to the living history of shamanism in the Amazon jungle. Machu Picchu has long been a revered site, and historically the place for worshipping the sun, the main Inca deity. Seekers can explore Machu Picchu on their own or participate in guided spiritual meditations—either way, it is a beautiful destination for a mind-bodyspirit getaway.

For those seeking a deep mystical experience, Peru Sacred Tours provides a safe haven for spiritual advancement with the individualized attention and guidance of indigenous practitioners, including the herbalist shamans of the rainforest, Q’ero Inca priests of Cuzco or Moche San Pedro shamans of Chiclayo.

Egypt is considered a land of majesty and mystery, attracting treasure hunters, history buffs and adventure seekers, as well as those searching for spiritual transformation. This world-renowned destination has a long history of spirituality, with a colorful tapestry of beliefs and practices.

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The ancient Egyptians were convinced of the existence of a spiritual plane, while also maintaining deep reverence for the natural world, and these concepts continue to inform contemporary Egyptian culture and spirituality.

In recent years, there has been a surge in demand for spiritual tours in Egypt, particularly for meditation workshops in iconic places like the Great Pyramid of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Mount Sinai and Nile River. One of the more well-known tour guides is Freddy Silva, a leading researcher of ancient civilizations, sacred sites and their interaction with consciousness, as well as the bestselling author of The Divine Blueprint

Varanasi, India

Varanasi may be the world’s oldest city, settled more than 4,000 cated on the banks of the Ganges River, it is regarded as the spiritual heart of India, with a tradition of Hindu mythology, well as Buddhism. Religious, humanist and secular visitors fre ceremony, when sadhus devotion by raising flaming lamps amid the aroma of incense.

If this strikes a chord, renowned author and spiritual teacher Andrew Harvey is offering a 14-day pilgrimage to the artistic, historical and spiritual soul of North India in November. He is the founder and direc tor of the Institute for Sacred Activism, international organization that inspires people to take up the challenge of our contemporary global crises by becoming effective, practical agents of institutional and systemic change.

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Imbued with the rich heritage and history of Zen Buddhism, this enchanting city is an ideal destination for seekers to explore close to 2,000 Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, as well as the iconic Golden Pavilion, where centuries of devotion and wisdom have been housed. Many of these sites also provide inspiring settings for quiet contemplation, meditation and discussions of The Buddha’s teachings.

The traditional tea ceremony offered at numerous venues around the city is a refreshing, meditative practice that cultivates a sense of tranquility and connection to the present moment. Kyoto is also home to exquisite Japanese gardens that illustrate

As there are many sacred sites in Italy, a guided experience or well-planned itinerary may help facilitate an immersive spiritual journey. This is a labor of love for Phil Cousineau, author of more than 40 books, teacher, editor, independent scholar, documentary filmmaker, travel leader and storyteller. His lifelong fascination with art, literature and history of culture has taken him on journeys around the world.

Author of The Art of Pilgrimage: The Seeker’s Guide to Making Travel Sacred, Cousineau has stated, “To shine the

Making the Most of a Spiritual Vacation

by Linda Sechrist

Phil Cousineau, author of The Art of Pilgrimage: The Seeker’s Guide to Making Travel Sacred, specializes in creating meaningful travel experiences and leading tours to sacred sites. “All pilgrimages are a search for meaning and purpose, which is why I prepare groups on how to travel deliberately, ways to experience it and how to integrate the experiences into daily life so they are not forgotten,” he says.

Cousineau recommends getting off the bus, putting away the video recorder and simply walking into the landscape. “Remind yourself why you traveled to there,” he says. “Take the deepest, most probing question in your life with you. Chronicle your answer for two to five minutes daily. At the site, look for one detail that represents your entire visit that day and take a photo. Use active imagination to open your heart, rather than waiting for something to happen. Don’t compare your travels. When you are comparing where you are with where you’ve been, there’s no meaning—it becomes just one more purposeless tour.”

To share the experience with traveling companions, Cousineau says, “I begin mornings over breakfast with a long conversation that includes any stories about where we’re visiting. We’re reminding ourselves that we’re forming a small community by traveling together and studying the same stories so that we can continue our long conversation over dinner. This is where the meaning starts to form and

light of your own natural curiosity into the world of another traveler can reveal wonders—to remember the mysteries you forgot at home. What matters most on your journey is how deeply you see, how attentively you hear, how richly the encounters are felt in your heart and soul.”

In partnership with Sacred Earth Journeys, Cousineau has prepared a guided tour in November entitled The Sweet Life of Mythic Italy, which will explore sacred locations in Rome, Perugia, Assisi, Montepulciano, Florence, Verona and Venice. To learn more, visit Tinyurl.com/ SweetLifeTour.

Stonehenge, England

Every year, more than a million people make the spiritual voyage to Stonehenge, in Wiltshire, England. Archaeologists are still seeking a plausible explanation as to how the stones weighing multiple tons were transported to the site. This ancient masterpiece of prehistoric engineering remains shrouded in mystery to this day. There is further spiritual charm in myths around the purpose of Stonehenge. People ask, “Was it intended as a funeral monument, an astronomical observatory, a tool to predict the seasons or a sanctuary where the sun was worshipped?” Stonehenge is believed to be an epicenter of Earth energy with as many as 14 ley lines converging on the site—powerful channels of energy associated with places of ancient and primordial significance.

It is plain to see that when we are ready to invest in our spiritual well-being in a fun, mind-expanding way, many mindbody-spirit travel options abound.

Kiki Powers is a health writer, blogger and national speaker specializing in plant-based nutrition and healthy green living. Learn more at RawKiki.com.

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Travel can broaden our perspective of the world and take us on breathtaking adventures. These new experiences, however, often come with unexpected mental and physical challenges, stresses and anxieties. By incorporating yoga into the itinerary, we can cultivate a sense of peace, allowing us to show up as our best selves. From asanas after long hours of sitting to breathing exercises while waiting for a flight, yogic techniques can open the body and mind, letting us enjoy both the journey and destination.

According to Jenny Kaufman, a Chicagobased yoga professional who leads international retreats and manages yogaview, in Wilmette, Illinois, a mindful yoga practice is different from stretching and is available for anyone, regardless of physical flexibility. “Yoga encompasses well-being, mindfulness, breathing and spiritual awareness. It leads you to pull inward, notice what and where you feel a sensation, and mindfully progress to another asana, or pose. Increased flexibility might be the byproduct of the practice, but that is not the point,” she explains.

Yoga on Vacation

SIMPLE POSES AND TIPS FOR TRAVELERS

by Carrie Jackson

“Long layovers, changing time zones and different foods can confuse our internal clocks and wreak havoc on sleep and digestion,” Kaufman says. She recommends some poses to mitigate disruption and bring renewed vigor to body and mind: “To wind down before bed, incorporate cooling postures, such as Seated Forward Bend and Child’s Pose, that encourage the body to fold in and rest. For a burst of energy, try warming poses and heart openers, such as Cobra, Sphinx and Backbends. If space is limited, stand with fingers interlaced behind the back and gently press the pelvis forward. If digestion is slowed, simple twists and WindRelieving Pose can help move things along.”

Kim Larkin, a New Jersey-based certified yoga teacher, leads international retreats as a way to share heart-opening cultural adventures with other curious beings. “My main practice when travel stress is creeping in is to drop my attention into my breath,” she says. “Just focusing on one breath cycle at a time will help to settle my attention into my body, begin to quiet my nervous system and bring me to a more grounded place. It can also be helpful to count the breath, as in Sama Vritti Pranayama or “box breathing”. Like a square, box breathing has four evenlength parts to it. Inhale to a count of four or five; hold the inhale for the same count; exhale to four or five; and hold at the bottom of the exhale. Repeating this as needed

helps to calm both the mind and body.”

Margi Young, an Oakland, Californiabased yoga instructor and retreat leader, says, “When traveling, it’s natural to want to jump into a busy schedule of exploring new destinations, but starting the day with a few conscious breaths and Sun Salutations can set the foundation for a more grounded experience. This allows you to be your best self and move through your journeys with less anxiety and fresh eyes.

Or, get off the traditional yoga script and take a few minutes to put on your favorite tunes and dance to get into your body.”

Young also recommends incorporating yoga throughout the day while traveling to reset from any physical and mental stress. “In an airport, find a secluded place you feel comfortable doing a Downward Dog. Instead of putting your hands on the ground, you could put them on the seat of a chair. This grounding pose lengthens the spine, opens the shoulders and draws your attention inward,” she explains. “On a plane or bus, reaching your arms overhead gives space to condensed organs; ankle circles help increase circulation; and seated Figure Four opens up tight hips,” she advises.

If time allows, Young also suggests finding a yoga studio and popping in for a class. “Taking a yoga class in a new country or city can provide an immediate sense of community and is often a uniting gateway to other connections when navigating new and different surroundings,” she asserts.

Yoga helps to develop patience, an aptitude that Kaufman says can serve us throughout our travels. “Mindfully moving through a

practice encourages us to listen and be patient with our bodies, and it provides valuable feedback on where we are and what we need. Instead of jumping into a deep stretch, purposefully encourage the hamstring to open up and notice how that feels. Cultivating that patience for ourselves changes the chemistry in your brain and becomes a microcosm for how you put yourself into the world. You’re able to be more patient with flight attendants, travel partners and everyone else you may encounter,” she shares.

For Larkin, practicing yoga while traveling

cultivates inner peace. “The stress of travel can bring out the worst in us, but we can do our best to stay kind and considerate by keeping in mind the yoga teaching of Ahimsa: non-harming,” she says. “Most things work out, even if you lose your luggage or miss your flight. And most people are good, wanting to help you find your luggage or rebook your flight or commiserate when your vacation didn’t go quite to plan.”

Carrie Jackson is a Chicago-based freelance writer. Connect at CarrieJacksonWrites.com.

The Three Stages of Yoga Study

by Cody Schmidt

While an exploration of yoga unveils diverse postures and practices, the distinction of yoga levels comes when we look for classes or content to engage. While value does exist in these distinctions, the conventional perception of what constitutes an advanced yoga student versus a beginner can be subjective. It is not merely physical prowess or contorting into intricate postures that defines an advanced yoga practitioner, because yoga is more profound than that.

A beginner student may find the cueing and instructions in yoga classes unfamiliar because they are learning to connect with their body. Beginners often face challenges in maintaining proper breath during postures. At this stage, students may not fully grasp the limits of their body and need guidance to understand its boundaries.

An intermediate student understands the general sequencing of a yoga class. Practitioners recognize the need for modifications, tailor postures to suit the body's requirements and ask the instructor when they don’t know where to go. They skillfully respond to cues to enhance the effectiveness of their practice. They can return to their breath throughout their practice and are more attuned to the energetic shifts that occur during yoga.

An advanced student maintains a connection to their breath throughout their practice, adapts postures fluidly and honors their body's unique capabilities in each moment. Advanced practitioners possess a deep understanding of their physical and energetic body, and explore variations of postures. They can skillfully direct the flow of energy, harnessing its transformative power. Throughout the journey, the underlying theme is that genuine advancement in yoga arises from mindfulness and self-awareness. While physical abilities and flexibility naturally improve with practice, the depth of consciousness attained defines an advanced yoga practitioner.

The yoga journey can be trying when you’re embracing the fluidity of life. However, in this space a spirit of grace fosters growth and acceptance, releasing yourself from any expectations. Avoiding an overly aggressive approach to change allows the body, mind and spirit to adapt and integrate experiences fully and consciously. This is the point where the advancement of yoga practice truly evolves. The awareness cultivated within and on the mat transcends our inner landscape, and we begin to meet others with more compassion.

We strive to surround ourself with compassionate and understanding individuals to build an enriching journey of self-discovery and transformation because creating a nurturing and supportive environment not only enhances, but is essential for personal growth. Everyone is invited to embark on this collective pursuit of transformative growth and self-realization through yoga. The journey begins with stepping onto a yoga mat.

Cody Schmidt is a 500-hour Yoga Instructor, Ayurvedic Health Counselor, and Mobility Coach. He has practiced Sampoorna Yoga since September 2020 and finished an Ayurvedic Health Counselor program with Kerala Academy in April 2022. For more information, call 610-780-3166, email Info@TGCreations.com, visit TGCreations. com, or follow on Instagram@TheYogaCode.

Savor the Present Moment

HOW TO ADD MINDFULNESS TO MEALTIME

by Veronica Hinke

There is a sharp difference between grabbing a fast-food burger at the drive-through and paying full attention to a home-prepared meal. For many of us, busy schedules and harried lifestyles get in the way of a more introspective dining experience. Mindful eating—the practice of slowing down, appreciating the present moment and becoming consciously aware of the ingredients, flavors, aromas and textures that we consume—can be a worthwhile meditative endeavor.

“If we’re mindful of what we eat, when we eat and how we eat, we are supporting the vibrancy of what our bodies are so capable of,” says Dr. Carrie Demers, medical director at the Himalayan Institute, in Honesdale, Pennsylvania. “Studies show that when people stop to sit down and chew their food carefully, they not only eat

less, but they actually get more enjoyment out of their meal. Food tastes better when we are actually present with it.”

“When we slow down, we become more aware,” says Shawngela Pierce of Seek Within You, who leads spiritual retreats in Sedona, Arizona. “Sometimes people eat out of habit, but when we become more mindful, we start to notice patterns that, once understood, can help us harness a whole new way of eating and living.”

Mindfulness can begin before we even sit at the dining room table, “when we aren’t distracted by watching television or something else, and we take the time to think deeply about what we are preparing,” Pierce says, adding that calm focus can even help us when shopping for ingredients at the farmers market or grocery store.

Recipes That Enrich Mindful Eating

The Ann Wigmore Natural Health Institute, in Aguada, Puerto Rico, offers a mindful eating class that invites diners to practice with a bowl of Ann Wigmore’s Energy Soup—a recipe by the institute’s founder containing an array of vegetables, legumes and grains. “It’s fulfilling, nutritious and cleansing, all in one,” says Executive Director Carolyn Marin. “Key in what makes this a mindful eating meal is that while it is pulsed in a blender, it is not a liquid, and it requires chewing. Also, it is served at room temperature, which helps with mindful eating and proper digestion.”

While soft music plays in the background, students of the mindful eating class are instructed to slowly pick up their spoons, place a serving of soup in their mouths, set their spoons down and unhurriedly chew 30 times. “They look out at the ocean, breathing carefully, eating consciously and slowly, taking their time and getting their body out of fight-or-flight mode and into healing mode. It can be very

emotional,” Marin explains. “Mindful eating also aids in digestion because the person is chewing the food fully and allowing it to spend more time in the mouth, where digestion begins. Many of our guests have experienced noticeable improvement with acid reflux, stomach aches and nausea.”

Four Aspects of Mindful Eating

Marc Demers, head chef at The Himalayan Institute, says there are four aspects of mindful eating—right food, right time, right quantity and right attitude or environment— each of which can be individualized and honed to deepen awareness and improve health. Here are his recommendations.

RIGHT FOOD: Eat fresh, whole foods that are easy to digest and give energy. We need mindfulness to notice which foods support us and which cause indigestion, mucus or fatigue.

RIGHT TIME: Our bodies naturally digest better in the daytime and when we feel hunger. Stop eating at least three hours

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prior to bedtime. We need mindfulness to notice the difference in digestion between eating ice cream at 3 p.m. and at 11 p.m.

RIGHT QUANTITY: Eat just the right amount of food—enough to feel satisfied and fuel the day’s activities, but not so much that we feel lethargic or sleepy. Mindfulness helps us notice our hunger and fullness, as well as how we feel after we eat.

RIGHT ATTITUDE OR ENVIRONMENT: Sit down in a peaceful place, ideally with people we like, rather than eating while driving, working or walking. Don’t eat when stressed or angry. If we are upset, it is better to take a moment to mindfully breathe and calm the nervous system before eating. The goal is to welcome the food with gratitude and openness.

Take It Slow and Steady

For those struggling to commit to mindful eating, Pierce says, “Start practicing mindful eating with the food that you enjoy the most. Don’t try to do it all at once. Just try one meal each week as a start. Make it a priority. Set a reminder if it helps. Have fun with it. Make it a playful practice. Say, ‘Today is going to be my mindful eating day.’ That opens the gateway to something that will become an integral part of your spiritual life.”

Veronica Hinke is a food historian and author of The Last Night on the Titanic: Unsinkable Drinking, Dining and Style and Titanic: The Official Cookbook. Learn more at FoodStringer.com.

GREEK ORZO AND CHICKPEA SALAD

This recipe by Vincci Tsui, a dietician and intuitive eating counselor in Calgary, Canada, can inspire mindfulness because it requires chopping, dicing and cubing ingredients, which can be methodical and meditative activities. In terms of eating the salad, the numerous flavors and textures provide ample opportunity to engage the senses and be present with the food.

YIELD: 4 TO 6 SERVINGS (6 CUPS)

8 oz orzo

1 19-oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (about 2 cups cooked)

1 pint grape tomatoes, halved

1 large English cucumber, chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1 bunch green onions, chopped

1 cup chopped basil

7 oz feta, cut into ½-inch cubes

FOR THE DRESSING:

¼ cup red wine vinegar

2 Tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp honey

1 tsp dried oregano

½ cup olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Cook the orzo according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.

Meanwhile, make the dressing by whisking together the red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey and oregano until honey is dissolved. Slowly whisk in olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

In a large bowl, mix together cooked orzo and remaining salad ingredients. Add in dressing and toss to coat.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Dietician and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor Vincci Tsui.

Photo by Vincci Tsui

HEARTY QUINOA SALAD

YIELD: 4 TO 6 SERVINGS (6 CUPS)

⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil

7 Tbsp scallions, sliced thin

1 cup quinoa

1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen

1¾ cups kale, stems removed, finely chopped

1¾ cups cheese of choice, crumbled or diced small (use tofu or tempeh for vegan option)

⅓ cup pesto (dairy or vegan)

⅓ cup sunflower seeds

⅓ cup dried tomatoes, chopped

Wash and drain the quinoa three times. Cook according to package instructions.

Let cool. If using frozen corn, cook in water for 3 minutes. Blanch the kale (spinach or other leafy greens work also). Press out extra water.

Sauté the scallions for 2 to 3 minutes. If using tofu or tempeh, lightly brown it in the skillet.

Combine all of the ingredients, and mix well. Use within 3 days.

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Helping Kids Cope GUIDING CHILDREN THROUGH TRAUMA AND ANXIETY

by Carrie Jackson

and to ask for help, the less power fear and anxiety will have over their brains.”

According to Dr. Carol Penn, author of Meditation in a Time of Madness: A Guidebook for Talented Tweens, Teens, Their Parents & Guardians Who Need to Thrive, “Fear is a natural phenomenon. It’s how we’re hardwired to survive as a species. However, when fear turns into anxiety and the body enters a chronic state of hyperarousal with raised cortisol levels, it can be debilitating. This shortens attention spans and disrupts the hypothalamic loop, which deals with creating short-term memory, causing kids to lose the ability to engrain long-term learning.”

Children today are facing ever-increasing amounts of stress and anxiety. In addition to academic pressure, bullying and family dynamics, kids are worried about navigating social media, climate change and school shootings. While a certain amount of stress is normal and healthy, too much can cause debilitating physical, emotional and cognitive effects.

A 2010 study published by the National Scientific Council on the Developing Child, at Harvard University, reports that persistent fear and chronic anxiety can have lifelong consequences by disrupting the developing architecture of the brain. Parents can help anxious kids by modeling stress-management and problem-solving techniques, and inviting their children to talk about their feelings.

Acknowledging and Coping With Fear

While each child’s anxiety is unique, the themes are often universal. “Children fear not being liked, being made fun of, failing when they try new things, getting hurt, losing a loved one, being left out and not fitting in. If this list seems familiar, it’s because they are all the same fears adults have too,” says Michelle Nelson-Schmidt, an author and illustrator of 32 children’s books, including What If I Know My Feelings? and The Whatif Monster series “It is debilitating when we don’t talk about our fears and anxieties. Children often don’t have the vocabulary to verbalize their fears, so they bottle it up, letting fears get bigger and scarier. The earlier they learn that it’s okay to be scared, to talk about their fears

Penn notes that kids can pick up on their parents’ anxiety, so it is imperative to model self-care and create a soothing home environment. “Children are unsettled when their parents are unsettled. By observing body language and energy, kids can intuitively gauge when something is wrong, and they often make up stories about why,” she explains. “Teaching kids to take regular breaks throughout the day for relaxed awareness encourages them to notice a mind-body connection. Take two minutes before getting out of the car or starting a new activity to pay attention to your breath and observe and label pain or tension in the body. If you are hunching your shoulders or clenching your jaw, make mindful adjustments to reset and settle the body and nervous system.”

Overcoming Anxiety

After a Traumatic Event

Last year, Highland Park, Illinois, experi-

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enced the improbable yet possible event of a mass shooting during their Fourth of July parade. “While the community worked to rediscover a sense of safety, our school focused on the necessary structures and initiatives to help students heal and rebuild,” says Holly Fleischer, the assistant principal of diversity, equity and inclusion at Highland Park High School. “As we started the school year, we recommitted to a focus on social-emotional learning by teaching strategies to manage emotions, sustain healthy relationships, develop an awareness of self and make healthy decisions. By practicing coping skills with everyday stressors, our students are learning to develop feelings of control, safety and resiliency as they navigate a traumatic experience or event.”

According to Fleischer, “While there is little control of one’s outside world and circumstances, kids can find calm in a storm through strategies like deep breathing, recognizing your five senses, listening to music, reaching out to loved ones, using ice packs for sensory intervention and giving oneself a strong bear hug. Students will

get to know which ones work for them. It is also essential to disrupt maladaptive coping mechanisms like avoidance, which do not allow for the practice of these healthier ways of self-management.”

Building Resilience for the Future

“Thoughts are the language of the mind, and feelings are the language of the body,” Penn counsels. “When stress develops, have kids draw three pictures identifying what it looks like for them. The first is a picture of themselves right now; the second is the challenge they’re facing; and the third is how they will feel when the challenge is resolved. This gives children control over their feelings, allowing them to self-soothe and creatively work through challenging situations. When children learn to be adaptable, flexible and imaginative critical thinkers, they can respond to even the darkest days and move forward with grace and hope.”

Carrie Jackson is a Chicago-based freelance writer. Connect at CarrieJacksonWrites.com

DOG PARENTING

HOW TO SHAPE BEHAVIOR AND STRENGTHEN OUR BOND

by Karen Shaw Becker, DVM

Although the saying is that dogs are our best friends, canine companions are a lot like kids, too. In the same way that parenting styles impact children’s mental and emotional development, so do pet parenting choices. How we guide and care for our dogs can shape their behavior, responsiveness, attachment, cognition and overall well-being.

A 2022 study in the journal Animal Cognition found that authoritative pet parents, defined as those with high expectations for their dogs, have the most positive influence on the behavior and cognition of their pets. The study’s co-author, Monique Udell, an associate professor at Oregon State University, says, “We found that pet parenting style does predict patterns of dog behavior and cognition. This is an important finding because it suggests that dog owners who take the time to understand and meet their dog’s needs are more likely to end up with secure, resilient dogs.”

Pet Parenting Styles

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A range of factors will determine a dog owner’s parenting style, but in general there are three categories:

n Authoritative (high expectations, high responsiveness)

n Authoritarian (high expectations, low responsiveness)

Dogs with authoritative owners are the most likely to have secure attachment styles, be highly responsive to social cues, prefer to be close to their owner over an unfamiliar person and be more independently persistent in solving problems.

Understanding the Human-Canine Connection

Dogs track human eye movements, linking them with intent. One study has suggested that when a dog’s gaze follows a human’s, it’s not simply a reflex; rather, it is associated with the human’s “communicative intent”. A dog’s ability to interact with its owner at this level helps strengthen the bond they share.

According to study co-author and behavioral scientist Lauren Brubaker, research into human-dog relationships parallels human psychological research in that, just as a child’s development, mental health, intellectual success, social cognition, attachment and job performance are influenced by their upbringing, humandog relationships influence a dog’s behavior and cognition.

A positive connection between humans and their canine family members is mutually beneficial on many levels. Science has revealed a demonstrable chemistry between dogs and their humans, and, in fact, daily interactions with our canine companions have a measurably beneficial effect on our biochemistry, thanks to a hormone called oxytocin, sometimes called the “hug hormone” or the “love chemical”.

A Japanese study involving 55 dogs and owners proved that when we share loving visual connections with our dogs, everyone benefits. The researchers found that people whose dogs looked upon them for two minutes or more showed increased levels of oxytocin and claimed to be happier than owners whose dogs regarded them for a minute or less.

In a 2003 study conducted at the University of Pretoria, in South Africa, researchers had dog owners focus solely on their pets for half an hour, talking with them as they stroked, scratched and petted them. The owners’ blood was drawn at the beginning and at the end of the 30-minute session.

The scientists found that blood pressure decreased in the human subjects, while oxytocin increased, as did other beneficial hormones, such as beta-endorphins, which are associated with both pain relief and euphoria; prolactin, which promotes bonding between parent and child; phenylethylamine, which is increased in people involved in romantic relationships; and dopamine, which heightens feelings of pleasure. These hormones were also elevated in the dogs, which suggests the feelings of attachment are mutual.

As we see, there is a demonstrable positive chemistry between dogs and humans. Not only can our pet parenting style shape a dog’s behavior, it also has potential wellness benefits for us mentally, physically, emotionally or all the above.

Veterinarian Karen Shaw Becker has spent her career empowering animal guardians to make knowledgeable decisions to extend the life and well-being of their animals. To learn more, visit DrKarenBecker.com.

Stephen Cope

by Sandra Yeyati

Specializing in the relationship between Eastern contemplative traditions and Western psychology, Stephen Cope has been a scholar-in-residence for more than three decades at the Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, the largest residential yoga center in North America. He also founded the Kripalu Institute for Extraordinary Living, a global network of scientists that researches the effects and mechanisms of yoga-based practices. Cope is a classically trained pianist, dancer and psychotherapist, as well as the bestselling author of Yoga and the Quest for the True Self, The Wisdom of Yoga and The Great Work of Your Life. His latest book is The Dharma in Difficult Times: Finding Your Calling in Times of Loss, Change, Struggle and Doubt.

Why is it important to find our calling?

In classical yoga, there’s a view that everybody has a vocation. The earliest myth that

supports this dates back several thousand years to the Vedic tradition in India and involves the god Indra, who is said to have cast a vast net over the entire universe. At each vertex of this net there’s a gem, and that gem is an individual soul whose job is

to hold together the net at that point.

This introduces the view that each of us has a responsibility to contribute our gifts in such a way that we hold together our little piece of the net. If we don’t, the net starts to unravel. Dharma is Sanskrit for sacred vocation or sacred duty, which comes from the root dhri, “to hold together”. It’s this fascinating notion that we have a responsibility to our own idiosyncratic genius, which sustains not only us by providing a fulfilling life, but also the whole world by taking care of our corner of the world.

How can we find our life’s purpose?

The practice of yoga and meditation is about increasing our connection with the subtle, internal world. Thoreau called it the distant drummer. While our culture constantly draws us out and distracts us, Eastern contemplative traditions invite us to quiet our monkey mind and listen inside to that still, small voice that is attuned to our deepest needs and to the way the world works. It’s that awake, or enlightened, part of the mind that can connect you to your true calling.

There are three questions that people can ask themselves.

First: What lights you up? This is an energetic experience in our bodies when we come close to the occupation or endeavors that are important to our soul. Get familiar on a day-to-day basis with what lights you up, then slowly move toward those things and integrate them into your life.

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Second: What duties do you feel called to? I don’t mean those onerous things that are imposed on us by our culture. I mean a duty that if you don’t do it in this lifetime, you’ll feel a profound sense of regret and self-betrayal.

Third: What problems or difficulties are you facing in your life right now? Difficulties can point you to something that might be your dharma. Marion Woodman, a good friend and feminist who was diagnosed with bone cancer in her mid-60s, decided to close her psychoanalytic practice and devote the rest of her life to being in relationship with the cancer, investigating it as her calling. Very often, somebody’s calling is something really difficult they’re experiencing, like an unhappy marriage or dissatisfaction in career, and their dharma is to investigate what this means for their life.

How do we follow the still, small voice when it feels like we’re stepping off the cliff?

Robert Frost stepped off a series of smaller curbs that added up to a cliff. He was concerned, as we all are, about security, making money and keeping his family safe, so he became a teacher. But there was a point at which he had to give up teaching and follow this deep voice that said, “Poetry is your calling.” He was 38 when he made the final decision to let go of other sources of income, and when he did that, his poetry came alive.

What advice do you have for fulfilling our life’s work?

In the Bhagavad Gita [Hindu scripture], there are four pillars of dharma. The first is discernment—finding your calling in this lifetime. The second—the doctrine of unified action—is to bring everything you’ve got to whatever you decide is your calling. Third is to let go of the outcome, also known as relinquishing the fruit. The ancient yogis discovered that if you’re grasping for a particular outcome, it takes you out of the moment and into some future fantasized moment. By letting go, you empower yourself to be more present to the possibilities of the moment. The fourth pillar is to turn the whole process over to God or to something bigger than just yourself. My friends who don’t believe in a

higher power or god understand that concept of dedication to the planet, to humanity or to all beings.

Are you hopeful about the future?

Very hopeful. The contemplative traditions discovered that human beings who were jivanmukta, or soul-awake, were special versions of human beings in that they had capacities of compassion, lovingkindness, joy, generosity and selflessness. Those qualities, which are developed in the practice of yoga and

meditation, add to the common good. I’m hopeful that as we become everything we can be, we will have the capacity to solve some of the huge problems that we have. As reckless as we are these days with our world, human beings have very often risen to the challenge of complex dilemmas and resolved them. As we come together, we start manifesting unified action. The power of human beings working together for the common good is almost limitless. Sandra Yeyati is the national editor of Natural Awakenings

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Understanding Light Pollution ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS AND ACHIEVABLE REMEDIES

by Sheryl DeVore

At Montana’s Medicine Rock State Park, visitors have a rare opportunity to look up at the night sky and see an awe-inspiring display of planets and constellations, as well as the Milky Way, our spiral-shaped galaxy that contains about 100 billion stars, according to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. It is a magnificent sight, but those of us that live in or near cities with artificial lights beaming out of buildings and cascading over parking lots and highways may never get the pleasure.

“Because of light pollution, up to 80 percent of people living in North America are unable to see the Milky Way where they live,” says Sabre Moore, executive director of the Carter County Museum, in Ekalaka, Montana. “Medicine Rock State Park is designated as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary, and the Carter County Museum has committed to safeguarding it in perpetuity.”

The park’s sanctuary certification was issued by the nonprofit International Dark-Sky Association, based in Tucson, Arizona, with a grassroots network throughout the world. The organization offers five dark-sky designations based on stringent outdoor lighting standards and relies on the help of community stakeholders, such as Moore, who serves as a volunteer dark-sky preservation advocate. At Medicine Rock, she helps host sky-parties for people to enjoy the celestial show and learn about the negative impacts of light pollution.

Threats Posed by Artificial Lighting

The skies around cities are hundreds, if not thousands, of times brighter than they were 200 years ago, according to 2017 research published in Science Advances. In addition to robbing us of the Earth’s nocturnal skyscape, outdoor illumination negatively affects many plants and animals, including humans. Human-made lighting threatens approximately 30 percent of nocturnal vertebrates and 60 percent of nocturnal invertebrates, and it “is increasingly suspected of affecting human health,” writes scientist Christopher Kyba, lead author of the report.

The mechanisms by which these life forms are affected vary. For example, when birds migrate, they fly into buildings that are lit up at night. Scientists estimate that at least 100 million bird deaths in the United States annually are related to light pollution. “Bobcats and bats rely on the cover of darkness for their survival and are also being affected,” says Moore, adding that artificial light interrupts human circadian rhythms, thereby affecting our REM [rapid eye movement] sleep, which is vital for our well-being. The flight patterns of nightactive insects are disrupted by outdoor lighting, which partially explains their declining numbers worldwide.

A Simple Switch Saves Turtles

It is possible to reduce these negative impacts, as the Sea Turtle Conservancy has proven. By getting people to modify the positioning and types of lights used in buildings along Florida and Texas beaches, the nonprofit has been able to rescue loggerheads, leatherbacks and green sea turtles from the brink of extinction.

Female turtles have evolved to instinctively lay their eggs on the beach, allowing the hatchlings to emerge at night and head toward the light of the horizon into sea. Humans, however, have interrupted this natural course with artificial light emanating from the windows of high-rise condominiums, garden spotlights and outdoor lamps.

“When hatchlings erupt out of their nests in the middle of the night, the bright horizon today is in the direction of the land. They go the wrong way into roads, parking lots, swimming pools or dunes, where they are run over by cars or subject

Before sea turtle-friendly lighting

to predation,” explains David Godfrey, executive director of the conservancy. Researchers have discovered that lights with longer wavelengths that are amber, orange and red in color do not disturb the turtles, as opposed to outdoor fixtures that emanate shorter-wavelength blue and white light. According to Godfrey, the good news for these sea creatures is, “LED can be programmed to emit the specific wavelength you want.”

The conservancy works with coastal counties, beachfront property owners and others to switch to turtle-friendly lighting, and the National Fish and Wildlife

After sea turtle-friendly lighting

Foundation often provides grants to pay the retrofitting costs. As a result, Godfrey reports, there has been increased nesting in areas with changed lighting and greater survivorship by the hatchlings.

“We are saving tens of thousands of hatchlings every season, and homeowners are seeing a reduction in their utility bills. People love it. They’ve found the longer wavelengths are more pleasing to the eyes,” Godfrey asserts. “Since we know that light pollution affects various other forms of wildlife and humans, the managed use of lighting at night is something that everyone should pay attention to.”

Tips to Address Light Pollution

n Avoid blue-light fixtures.

n Turn off unnecessary lights in the evening.

n Use dimmers, timers and motion detectors.

n Close curtains and blinds at night to stop indoor lights from beaming to the outdoors.

n Visit Lights Out: Recovering Our Night Sky, an exhibit at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, in Washington, D.C. (NaturalHistory. si.edu/exhibits/lights-out).

n Get involved at GlobeAtNight.org, a citizen-scientist group that monitors light pollution.

n Support dark-sky designated areas (Tinyurl.com/DarkSkyPlace).

Sheryl DeVore is a frequent contributor to national and regional publications and has authored six books on science, health and nature. Learn more at SherylDeVore. wordpress.com.

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Life’s transitions can feel like a broken bead necklace, with scattered pieces of ourselves waiting to be restrung. When we pack up our lives to move into a new home or organize neglected drawers, we may stir up clouds of bittersweet memories. Watching our kids leave the nest, we might wonder where the time has gone. As a new self struggles to emerge from the chrysalis, our hormones might take us on a rollercoaster ride before unveiling breathtaking wings.

At times, we have one foot on shifting sands and the other in midair, waiting to connect to solid ground. Inspirational author Neale Donald Walsch says, “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone”—wise words for those of us that are halfway across the rickety swinging bridge of change.

Breaking our own rules can gift us with a brand of freedom that we’ve only imagined. Seasoned travelers and weekend adventurers might agree that setting aside plans and maps invites unforeseen magic. Ordering something we cannot pronounce on the menu, turning left instead of right or revisiting an old dream might be a wonderful decision.

When we take our hands off the wheel and float into possibility, the universe smiles and nudges our secret longing for something new, something more harmonically aligned with our own unique frequency. Meeting life in the moment, wherever we happen to be, can be a challenging but rewarding spiritual discipline.

When we take a deep breath and turn the page, life deepens in color and gets more interesting. When we resist the well-meaning way that has been carved out for us and choose to go off the beaten path despite the uncertainty ahead, we will meet ourselves more deeply, no matter what happens. Perhaps this is the meaning behind it all—the magical door we seek. Honoring the sanctity of change is the key to fulfillment.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Trot-A-Thon Benefit – During the month of September, pledge to walk, run or roll any number of miles and get everyone you know to sponsor you. Benefits Shady Hollow Assisted Riding. Prizes available for top miles and top donations. Farm Celebration on September 30 (see 9/30 listing for details). Shady Hollow Assisted Riding, 959 E Main St, Birdsboro. For info: HugAHorse.com.

Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 6:45-7:15am. (Fridays ongoing). In person and via Zoom. Free. 717-397-4858. 119 N Duke St, Lancaster. For the Zoom link, visit UrbanWell.org.

Mindful Yoga – 9-10am. (Fridays ongoing). Onsite and via Zoom. Slow down your breath, your body, and your mind. Saint James Episcopal, 119 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. UrbanWell.org.

Release and Rejuvenate Yoga – 12-1pm. (Fridays ongoing). Onsite and via Zoom. Take a moment for emotional, mental, and physical release. Perfect for all levels of yoga experience. The class incorporates gentle movements with the breath, held poses, breathwork, meditation and relaxing music. Register for yoga online. West End Yoga Studio, 221 W Walnut St, Lancaster. 717-406-9681. WestEndYogaStudio.com.

5th Annual Peace Kids to the Rescue Art Show and Silent Auction – 5:30-8pm. Features art from over 40 artists aged 5-18 years. Proceeds benefit two local organizations. Food and beverage provided. Peace Kids to the Rescue Art Show and Silent Auction at Millersville University’s Ware Center, 42 N Prince St, Lancaster. 610-416-9391. Facebook. com/PeaceKidsToTheRescue.

The Cycle of Stillness Follows Sound – 7-8pm. Enjoy a quieting and relaxing practice with bodies fully supported in easy and gentle poses, followed by a silent walking meditation from the Parish House to the Church for 30 minutes of the soothing and spiritual music of Compline. Instructor gratuity welcome. Saint James Episcopal, 119 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. SaintJamesLancaster. org/urban-well-comtemplative-practices/mindfulyoga-at-saint-james.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

Hospice and Community Care Labor Day Auction – 7:30am. (also held 9/4). 39th annual auction featuring homemade Amish treats, handmade quilts, original art, sports memorabilia and more. Free. Solanco Fairgrounds, 101 Park Ave, Quarryville. Hospice & Community Care. 717-2953900. LaborDayAuction.org.

Black Cat Yoga Boutique – 10am-4pm. In celebration of their 2nd anniversary, the boutique at the studio is now open every Saturday, featuring local and fair-trade makers of crystals, jewelry, plants, skincare, artwork and more. Black Cat Yoga, 796 Lititz Pike, Lititz. BlackCatYogaLititz.com.

Puppy Start Right Program – 10-11am. (Saturdays ongoing with rotating start.) Includes four classes, a book, videos and a training treat pouch. Taught by Nicole Weersing, Karen Pryor Certified Instructor. Registration required. $175. Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom, 4267 New Holland Rd, Mohnton. 610777-5755. GodfreysDogdom.com.

Tarot – 10am-3:30pm (Saturdays ongoing). Nancy Warble offers 3-card readings. Drop in or make an appointment. Call for details. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517. HerbsFromTheLabyrinth.com.

Spiritual Saturdays at Kula Kamala Ashram – 10:30am-8pm. First Saturdays. A day full of offerings such as hatha yoga, a three-hour workshop, fire ceremony, and kirtan, plus a gluten-free dinner. Sessions are individual registrations and are by donation. Advance registration is required. Kula Kamala Foundation & Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

Astrology Readings by Leo – 11am-3pm. (Saturdays ongoing). Astrology can help guide us to embrace a more fluid perspective, opening the possibility for grace, choice and participation. $55 for one hour consultation, written copy of the report and a framed birth chart. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717290-1517. HerbsFromTheLabyrinth.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

Meditation – 8-9am. (Sundays ongoing). Kula Kamala Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Alsace Twp, Reading. By donation. 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

Musser Park Community Yoga – 9-10am. (Sundays ongoing). Yoga is for everybody regardless of financial state. This yoga class mixes Vinyasa with Alignment; well suited for any level of practice. West End Yoga at Musser Park, 135 N Lime St, Lancaster. 717-406-9681. WestEndYogaStudio.com.

Yin Yoga – 9-10:30am. (Sundays ongoing). Kula Kamala Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Alsace Twp, Reading. By donation. 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

Unity of Reading – 10:30-11:30am (Sundays ongoing). Join us each Sunday for community and positivity. Unity of Reading, 4443 10th Ave, Temple. 610-929-1990. UnityOfReading.org.

Wisdom Circle – 10:30-11:30am. (Sundays ongoing). Kula Kamala Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Alsace Twp, Reading. By donation. 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

Yoga at Phantom Power – 10:30-11:30am (Sundays ongoing). Join Tommy for yoga on the stage rain or shine, right before Eggs and Kegs. College discount available, all yogis also get a drink discount. West End Yoga at Phantom Power, 121 W Frederick St, Millersville. 717-406-9681. WestEndYogaStudio.com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

Hospice and Community Care Labor Day Auction – 7:30am. See 9/2 listing for details. Sound Immersion Meditation – 5-6pm. (Mondays ongoing). Using a combination of tuning forks, Himalayan singing bowls, gongs, and other instruments, prepare to be immersed in sound and vibration to release stress and induce a deeply meditative state. $20. Registration required. Hempfield Apothetique, 100 W Walnut St, Lancaster. HempfieldApothetique.com.

Mindful Yoga – 6-7pm. (Mondays ongoing). Onsite and via Zoom. Slow down your breath, your body, and your mind. Saint James Episcopal, 119 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. UrbanWell.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 8-8:30am. (Tuesdays ongoing). In person and via Zoom. Free. Saint James Episcopal, 119 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. For the Zoom link, visit UrbanWell.org.

Coping with the Loss of a Parent or Sibling –6:30-8pm.Via Zoom. Are you grieving the death of someone you care about? Would you like to talk with others who have experienced a loss? This meeting includes a presentation and an informal time to talk with others. Free. Pathways Center for Grief & Loss. 717-391-2413 or 888-282-2177. HospiceCommunity.org.

Guided Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Via Zoom. No need to deal with traffic. Unroll your yoga mat, close your eyes, and let go of stress and tension. Simple meditation practices to calm a restless body and still an anxious mind. $17. To register: contact The Yoga Place at 717-336-5299 or visit TheYogaPlaceInEphrata.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

Vocal Sound Healing Masterclass with Jacob Vermeulen – 5-9pm. Ages 18+. “Unleash the Power of Your Voice.” International vocal sound healing teacher presents an interactive exploration of the human voice and its creative capabilities, designed to guide you on a path of self-discovery and empowerment. Registration required. $149. Soundwise Health Studio, Suite 263, 313 W Liberty St, Lancaster. 610-301-4356. SoundwiseHealth.com.

Ultimate Health Workshop – 7pm. (Wednesdays ongoing). Learn how you can achieve optimal health. Topics vary by week. Free. Call to reserve your spot. Heath Wellness Center, 14 W. Main St, Landisville. 717-530-5555. HeathChiropractic.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 8-8:30am. (Thursdays ongoing). In person and via Zoom.

Free. Saint James Episcopal, 119 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. For the Zoom link, visit UrbanWell.org.

Cooking Class: Brazilian Family Meal – 6-8pm. Ages 16+. Zest welcomes back Chef Sylvia Boff of Brazilian Table in Lititz. Gather your loved ones for an immersive culinary adventure where you’ll learn to create a mouthwatering Brazilian feast together. Hands on. BYOB. $75pp. Registration is required. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-435-8890. ZestChef.com.

Restorative Yoga – 7-8pm. (Thursdays ongoing). Designed to combat the mental and physical repercussions of everyday stress. $15. Registration required. Hempfield Apothetique 100 W Walnut St, Lancaster. HempfieldApothetique.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Gentle Yoga – 4-5pm. (Fridays ongoing). Seeking a softer, introspective yoga experience? Find solace, reduce stress and enhance your mobility through a blend of breathing exercises, mindfulness and gentle yoga postures. All experience levels are welcome. $15. Creation Yoga. Held at Yocum Institute, 3000 Penn Ave, West Lawn. 610-7803166. TGCreations.com.

Eden Energy Medicine Class – 7-8pm. Eden Energy Medicine practitioner and licensed massage therapist Renee Mendenhall will provide a brief education on the body’s energy system and lead participants through a daily routine that stimulates the body's energies and helps to bring more balance and harmony to life. Registration required. $35. Held at Balanced Life Counseling, 255 Butler Ave, Ste 300, Lancaster. 717-875-4528. MindBodyWithRenee.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

Organic Stewardship Awards Ceremony – Guest speakers and a progressive farm-to-table dinner on a 400-acre experimental organic farm, with foods prepared by renowned chefs. Visit the website for details and tickets. Rodale Institute, 611 Siegfriedale Rd, Kutztown. RodaleInstitute.org/OSA.

Yoga at the Ephrata Cloister – 9-10am.A rare opportunity to practice Gentle Yoga on the historical grounds of the Ephrata Cloister. Class held outside; inside if it rains. Bring a beach towel and yoga mat. $20. Provided by The Yoga Place and held at Ephrata Cloister, 632 W Main St, Ephrata. 717-336-5299. TheYogaPlaceInEphrata.com.

Hatha Yoga – 10-11am. (Saturdays ongoing). Our signature all-levels class integrates the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of yoga practice. Whether you seek physical fitness, stress relief, mental tranquility, or all the above, this practice nurtures and supports your overall well-being. $15. Creation Yoga. Held at Yocum Institute, 3000 Penn Ave, West Lawn. 610-780-3166. TGCreations.com.

Second Saturday Sound Journey – 7-8:30pm. Every second Saturday. Bring your comfortable nesting as Joseph provides an overtone rich soundscape for your meditative journey within. $25$30. Held at Brownstone Wellness Center, 320 East 2nd Street, Suite B, Hummelstown. 223-227-1771. BrownstoneStation.com/upcoming-events.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

Picnic and Karaoke at Unity –11:30am (following Sunday worship). Pot-luck picnic with Karaoke! Bring a dish to share if you can and bring a friend.

Unity of Reading, 4443 10th Ave, Temple. 610-9291990. UnityOfReading.org.

Herbalism Class – 1-3:30pm. Named for the moon goddess, Artemis, this class will focus on Mugwort. Includes meditation, harvest, starting an oil infusion, creating smudge sticks to take home, and tea. Herbals products available for sale. Wear comfortable clothing for sitting on the ground, outdoors. $30/ advance or $35 day of. Lancaster location, disclosed at registration. Herbs from the Labyrinth, 717-2901517. HerbsFromTheLabyrinth.com.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction – 1:304:30pm. Sundays thru 11/12. Jess Okanya Patel leads this evidence-based course that reduces physical and mental suffering, improves peace of mind, develops resilience and balance and improves your sense of wellbeing. Registration required. Fee on sliding scale basis. West End Yoga Studio, 221 W Walnut St, Lancaster. 717-406-9681. WestEndYogaStudio.com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

Gentle Yoga – 9-10am (Mondays ongoing). Safe for all levels. $60/6 classes, first class free. The Urban Well at Saint James, 103 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. UrbanWell.org.

Kids Cooking Club: Grilled Flatbreads –4:30-6:30pm. Ages 7-12. Embark on a culinary journey and explore the wonderful world of grilled flatbreads in our immersive cooking class with Gwen Eberly. Learn to master the art of creating delicious and versatile flatbreads from scratch that are sure to impress your parents and friends Hands on. $75pp. Registration is required. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-435-8890. ZestChef.com.

Women’s Intro Writing Class – 6:30-8:30pm. 5 wks, Mondays thru 10/9. Via Zoom. “Writing Without Fear.” A warm and welcoming community of trust, kindness and understanding. Learn to write freely without perfection and self-doubt. Beginners welcome, sharing optional. Write From the Heart. Registration required by 9/5. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

Newly Bereaved Program – 2-3:30pm. If your loss was recent, this 3-wk series provides an overview of common grief responses and will help you to begin to identify coping tools. Space limited, registration required. For info/to register: 717-391-2413 or 888-282-2177 by 9/5 to discuss with a bereavement ccounselor. Pathways Center for Grief and Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pk, Mount Joy. HospiceCommunity.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

Restorative Yoga – 6-7pm. (Wednesdays ongoing). Enjoy easy yoga as a way to gently wind down your day. Bodies are fully supported in relaxed poses with long, gentle holds using props we provide. $60/6 classes, first class free. The Urban Well at Saint

James, 103 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. UrbanWell.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

Indian Food Pop-Up at the Ashram – 6pm. Enjoy a tour of the ashram, an optional yoga class, and stay for homa fire ceremony after dinner. Held outdoors, weather permitting. Reserve your seat at TheGreenhouseCafePA.com. Held at Kula Kamala Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

Tails, Trails & Ales – 12-3pm. Join Berks Nature and Animal Rescue League for this popular day in Angelica Creek Park with free admission OR be a VIP for the event with exclusive access to the Rookery Rooftop Deck, a Silipint cup and two beer fillups plus a catered lunch. Register online at Support.BerksNature.org/free-events.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

Coping with the Loss of a Child of Any Age –6:30-8pm. Are you grieving the death of someone you care about? Would you like to talk with others who have experienced a loss? Includes a presentation and an informal time to talk with others. Free. To register: Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pk, Mount Joy. 717-391-2413 or 888-282-2177. HospiceCommunity.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

Find the Goddess Scavenger Hunt – 9:30am3:30pm. A scavenger hunt for 15 devotional statues hidden around the store. Learn more about each deity and what they are known for. Correct answers result in a choice of a selected hoodie or necklace while supplies last. Free. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517. HerbsFromTheLabyrinth.com.

GRASP (Grief Recovery After a Substance Passing) – 6:30-8pm. A source of help, compassion and understanding for individuals who have had a loved one die as a result of substance abuse or addiction. Free. Registration required: MParadise810@comcast.net or 717-951-2720. Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy. HospiceCommunity.org.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

Cooking Class: French Bread and Crepes – 6-8pm. Join our Chef Linda Leeking, who specializes in the most delicious crepes in this French inspired class. You will learn how to make sweet and savory crepes and French bread with local and seasonal ingredients. $75pp. Registration is required. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-435-8890. ZestChef.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

Horn Farm’s Pawpaw Experience at John Wright Restaurant – 5-9pm. A wild and uncommon culinary adventure featuring a 3-course pawpawthemed dinner with two drink pairings - overlooking the riverfront. Menu pricing. 234 N Front St, Wrightsville. 717-252-0416. JWRPA.com.

Friday Night Vinyl Yoga – 6-7pm. An accessible Vinyasa class in which we listen to the entirety of a classic album as we flow through asana. Pre-register online. $18. Black Cat Yoga, 796 Lititz Pike, Lititz. BlackCatYogaLititz.com.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Guts & Glory Expo – 10am-3pm. 10th annual digestive health expo highlighting nutrition, fitness and healthy living. Lectures, demos, massage tent, kid zones, holistic vendors, farmers market, music, healthy food and drink for sale, and more. Free. Penn State Berks Perkins Plaza Event Lawn, 1801 Broadcasting Rd, Reading. MyGutInstinct.org.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

19th Annual York County Pawpaw Festival – Sep 23-24. 10am-3pm. Outdoor, familyfriendly event includes local food vendors, artisans, native plant nurseries, and educational nonprofits, featuring pawpaw talks and free, family-friendly tours, orchard walks and outdoor programs on the regenerative landscape. General $5; Premium $15. Horn Farm Center, 4945 Horn Road, York. 717-757-6441. HornFarmCenter. org/pawpawfest.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Integrative Reiki Clinic – 2:30-4pm. Session time slots are 25 minutes long and held in a semi-private healing environment. Offering the sessions are practitioners and students that are Reiki Level II or above. Registration required. Integrative Healing Arts Studio, 546 Penn Ave, West Reading. 610-4519577. IntegrativeHealingArtsStudio.org.

Autumn Equinox Farm to Table Dinner with Grandview Vineyard – 6-9pm. Ages 21+. Zest Cooking School will transform into a farm to table restaurant for just one evening. Join us and experience an exquisite evening of fine wines paired with a specially crafted menu inspired by the flavors and ingredients of the fall season. This event in is a chef’s table prix fixe dinner format. $110pp. Registration is required. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-435-8890. ZestChef.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

Reiki Level 1 Class – 9am-5pm.Learn the gentle healing art of reiki. Usui Reiki Level I class teaches self-empowerment and brings harmony and balance into your life. Includes an overview of the history of reiki, the hand placements, meditation, and self and group practice. 8 CEUs available for LMTs. $195. Registration required. Integrative Healing Arts Studio, 546 Penn Ave, West Reading. 610-451-9577. IntegrativeHealingArtsStudio.org.

Picnic on the Farm – 11am-3pm (gate opens at 10:30am). An outdoor celebration of food and community. Live music, games, activities and a menu that spotlights the bounty of Homefields. $30/$35 at gate, youth 13-17 $10, 12 and under free. Homefields, 150 Letort Rd, Millersville. Homefields.org/picnic.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

Age 50 & Under: Coping with the Loss of a Spouse or Companion – Are you age 50 or under

and grieving the death of a spouse or companion? This meeting includes a presentation and an informal time to talk with others. Free. For info/to register: 717-391-2413 or 888-282-2177 to discuss with a Bereavement Counselor. Pathways Center for Grief and Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pk, Mount Joy. HospiceCommunity.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

Kids Lunch Club: Fall Comfort Food – 10am-12pm. Ages 7-12. Join Gwen Eberly for a fun and interactive cooking class designed especially for kids. Explore the world of Autumn flavors and discover the techniques of chopping, simmering, and seasoning as we create a flavorful and nutritious meal that will warm everyone’s hearts. Hands on. $75pp. Registration is required. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-435-8890. ZestChef.com.

Farm Celebration at Shady Hollow – 1-4pm. Meet a horse, tour the farm, Trot-A-Thon participation prizes given. Free. Shady Hollow Assisted Riding, 959 E Main St, Birdsboro. HugAHorse.com.

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Tōne’s Grand Opening – 10am-7:30pm. 10am1pm Open House with treats and mini-services. 2pm – 3pm Restorative Yoga. 5pm - 7pm Opening Sound Journey. Space limited, reservations required for yoga and sound journey. Pay what you wish. Tōne Sound Massage Energy, 153 E High St, Suite 101, Elizabethtown. 223-227-1771. ToneSoundMassage.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7

Culinary Connections: Cookbook Swap and Open House – 11am-2pm. Get ready to exchange ideas, explore new recipes and connect with fellow foodies. Bring your gently used cookbooks to swap with others and refresh your culinary library. Light snacks, baked goods and delicious coffee and goodie bags included. Free. Space is limited. Registration is required. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-435-8890. ZestChef.com.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 & SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8

Full Body Reflexology. Learn techniques in the Natural Electro-Magnetic Process for head-to-toe alignments including hips, tailbone, shoulders, pelvic and much more. These techniques help to align the body and provide relief of pain. NCBTMB Approved Provider, #155. 12 CEU hours. Course Cost: $425. Certification; additional $50. Call 717-228-0612 to register or visit website Healthquest4life.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8

Fall on the Farm – 10am-4pm. Farm-wide wagon tours, harvesting pumpkins, fresh apple cider and organic snacks around the bonfire. Free. No registration required. Rodale Institute, 611 Siegfriedale Rd, Kutztown. RodaleInstitute.org.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15

Holistic Health & Healing Expo – 11am-5pm. A natural wellness, spiritual awakening and green

living expo featuring hundreds of vendors, exhibitors and practitioners with an array of delicious and healthy food and snacks, products, treatments and the latest cutting-edge approaches in natural health and sustainable living. Free. Drexelbrook, 4700 Drexelbrook Dr, Drexel Hill. HHHExpo.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28

Lancaster County Women’s Expo – 9am-2pm. The Women’s Expo brings together women of all ages to shop, enjoy mini spa treatments, watch demonstrations, learn about products and services for themselves and their families, and be entertained. Free. OLP Events at Spooky Nook Sports, 2913 Spooky Nook Rd, Manheim. AGreatWayToSpendMyDay.com.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6

Women’s Memoir – 6:30-8:30pm. 5 wks, thru 12/4. Via Zoom. “Exploring Our Life Stories.” A safe haven for capturing the memories that matter to us most. Taught with humor and warmth, we learn how writing about our past enables us to better understand our present. No grades, grammar, or judgment. Write From the Heart. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

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MASSAGE THERAPY SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW CLIENTS | $35 for hour massage or reflexology. Specializing in therapeutic massage, reflexology, various energy work. Must purchase/schedule online at JudithGabriel. abmp.com. Questions, call 484-525-6563.

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ACUPUNCTURE

LANCASTER ACUPUNCTURE

Beverly Fornoff

Eden Natural Care Center

600F Eden Rd • Lancaster

717-381-7334 • LancasterAcupuncture.com

Discover your body’s natural ability to heal with the supports of acupuncture and herbal medicine. Acupuncture is a way to relieve acute or chronic pain, stress, allergies, colds, digestive problems, and insomnia and support your overall well-being. See ad, page 15.

RIVERSIDE ACUPUNCTURE

Jason Rinker, LAc 453 Cherry St • Columbia 484-547-4756

Riverside-Acupuncture.com

Jason Rinker has empowered over a thousand individuals to rediscover their natural healing potential. Through acupuncture, he unlocks inherent wellness pathways, as nature intended. Seek balance, nurture health and embrace vitality. Your transformative journey awaits. Call to experience the difference.

THE WAY ACUPUNCTURE & HEALING ARTS

Janessa Benedict, MSOM, LAc 313 W Liberty St, Ste 137 • Lancaster 717-204-2937

TheWayAcupuncture.com

Providing customized treatments targeting the root cause of problems by activating the body’s innate ability to heal itself through Chinese medicine. Treating disorders of the musculoskeletal, neurological, gastrointestinal, gynecological, respiratory and emotional systems. Let’s make you our next success story!

BODYWORK

SUPERNATURAL WELLBEING, LLC

Grace Henderson, LMT 342 N Queen St • Lancaster SupernaturalWellbeingLLC@gmail.com

Offering a wide range of bodywork and holistic wellness services to support your wellbeing, harmony and balance of mind/body/spirit, guiding you to the realization that you have always been perfect while empowering you to make necessary changes to create the fabulous life you want to live. LGBQTIA+ friendly.

CBD/HEMP PRODUCTS

HEMPFIELD BOTANICALS

HEMPFIELD APOTHETIQUE

100 W Walnut St • Lancaster 717-874-8480

HempfieldBotanicals.com

Hempfield Botanicals embraces that wellness is the foundation for living a full and vibrant life. We create the THC-free and fullspectrum CBD products to help people find relief from pain and inflammation, sleep problems, anxiety, headaches, lack of energy and more. Certified B-corp, vegan, certified cruelty-free, sustainable and third-party tested. See ad, page 21.

NIGHT AND DAY CBD HUB

NightAndDayCBDHub.com

NightAndDayEnt2018@gmail.com

484-752-0019

Birthed from Night and Day Network LLC, Night and Day CBD Hub is a CBD online shop where you will find alternatives to smoking tobacco cigarettes and effective methods for pain relief. Our CBD products are grown and manufactured with the upmost quality in Lancaster County, PA. See ad, page 17.

CHILDREN’S SERVICES

CHILDREN’S HOME OF READING

1010 Centre Ave • Reading BuildingKidsLives.org

610-655-5555

Serving children and families in crisis for over 135 years, the Children’s Home of Reading (CHOR) is a multi-faceted social service nonprofit offering specialized residential, educational and community-based programs to help both at-risk children and their families. See ad, page 41.

CHIROPRACTIC

A THERAPEUTIC EFFECT

Dr. Andrew Ashton

313D Primrose Ln • Mountville 717-285-9955 • ATherapeuticEffect.com

Providing an array of therapeutic treatments and services that promote relaxation and detoxification. Our doctor specializes in low-impact Torque Release Technique which provides immediate results for people of all ages. See ad, page 2.

BLUE SKIES CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Leah Reiff

2727 Old Philadelphia Pike • Bird-in-Hand 717-390-9998 • BlueSkiesChiroHealth.com

Chiropractic is used for natural relief from conditions such as chronic pain, injuries, pregnancy complications, complications from aging & more. Dr. Reiff carefully considers every individual's comfort level & provides specific adjustments to support the body for benefits that will last.

DR. SUPER’S HOUSE OF HEALTH

2209 Quarry Dr, Ste B-21 • West Lawn 610-601-9011

DrSupersHouseOfHealth.com

At Dr. Super’s House of Health, we believe in a personalized approach to health care. We do things the right way, all the time, every time. Discover the healing power that lives within you and take control of your health again. See ad, page 5.

CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTER LLC

HEATH

Thomas Heath, DC

14 W Main St • Landisville 717-530-5555

HeathWellnessCenter.com

For 33 years, Dr. Heath has been helping people recover their health and reduce stress in their lives through Functional Integrative Brain /Body Balance. He uses Professional Applied Kinesiology, Neuro Emotional Technique, Quantum Neurology, Nutritional counseling, traditional Chiropractic and other cutting-edge techniques. See ad, page 44.

Connecting

Be patient toward all that is unsolved in your heart and try to love the questions themselves.

~Rainier Maria Rilke

LINK CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC

Dr. Thomas B. Wachtmann, DC

3130 Pricetown Rd • Fleetwood

610-944-5000

DrWachtmann.com

High-quality, patient-focused Chiropractic Care, and Functional Diagnostic Medicine evaluation and treatment. We focus on correcting the underlying causes of many disorders, diseases and conditions. Call for a complimentary consultation and benefit check. See ad, page 27.

THE SPINE & WELLNESS CENTER

3933 Perkiomen Ave • Reading

610-779-4588

SpineAndWellness.org

Dr. Borja has 23+ years of experience and is a trusted Chiropractor to many primary care doctors, surgeons and pain management offices. He and his team specialize in auto and work injuries as well as sports concussions, acute/chronic spine pain, daily sprains and strain, sciatica and headaches. See ad, page 8.

CLINICAL AROMATHERAPIST

INSHANTI

Debra Stoltzfus

48 Slaymaker Hill Rd • Kinzers

717-587-3990 • Inshanti.com

Trust a nationally certified aromatherapist specializing in clinical consultations. Deb can work directly with your physician to create a plan that supports mind and body health. In addition to retail and wholesale accounts of proprietary blends and pure essential oils sourced directly from the farmers, halfand full-day education courses with certification are offered. See ad, page 27.

COACHING

CREATE A LIFE WORTH LIVING

Stephane Poncelet

570-449-2219

Calwl2022@gmail.com

As a result of our sessions, you will observe and respond to the conflict, emptiness and loneliness that stem from family disfunction and mourn the unchangeable past. You will own your truth, grieve your losses, and become accountable for how you live your life today. You will show yourself the love, patience and respect you deserve as you create a life worth living!

MINDBODY WITH RENEE, LLC

Renee Mendenhall, LMT 255 Butler Ave, Ste 300 • Lancaster 717-330-8171

MindBodywithRenee.com

You create your own reality based on your thoughts and vibration (how you feel). Take control of your life through an understanding of the Law of Attraction. Sessions include intuitive guidance and subconscious change modalities, Emotional Freedom Technique and PSYCH-K.

COUNSELING

GREY MUZZLE MANOR

1164 Blattadahl Rd • Mohrsville

610-655-5271

GreyMuzzleManor.com

Facebook.com/GreyMuzzleManor

The licensed mental health therapists at Grey Muzzle Manor provide Animal Assisted Psychotherapy and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy for adults and children with issues of trauma, depression, anxiety, impulse control disorders, autism, addiction, and more. Our animals enable people to find their internal power and strength to move forward in life. See ad, page 41.

M. HARNISH COUNSELING & SPIRITUAL DIRECTION

Malinda Harnish Clatterbuck, MA (she/her)

228 E Orange St • Lancaster

717-875-5066

MHarnishTherapy.com

The work of healing and formation begins as we listen to what is going on in our inner life, what is happening in our heart and in our head. Using compassion and deep listening, I will be present with you and help you along your way.

TAKE HEART COUNSELING & EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPY 699 Wooltown Rd • Wernersville 717-917-7137

TakeHeartCounseling.com

Empowering individuals and families to find hope, healing and wholeness through therapeutic work with horses. Trauma-informed services address trauma, anxiety, depression, self-worth, spirituality, family issues. Offering individual and group sessions.

DENTISTRY

SCHWARTZ FAMILY DENTAL

David A. Schwartz, DDS, PC

701 Jefferson Blvd • West Lawn

610-670-6910

SchwartzFamilyDental.com

We provide general and cosmetic mercury-free dental care to the entire family with attention to “whole person health.” We have advanced training in the safe removal of mercury fillings, nonsurgical gum treatments, orthodontics, sleep apnea, solutions for TMJ, facial pain, and headaches. Visit our website to learn more. See ad, page 31.

SUSQUEHANNA DENTAL ARTS

100 S 18th St • Columbia 717-684-3943 • 717-285-7033

SusquehannaDentalArts.com

We are a fullservice family dental practice providing 100% mercury-free restorations, quality non-surgical periodontal care, INVISALIGN, implant-retained dentures and partials. See ad, page 9.

DNA TESTING

ANY LAB TEST NOW

235 Bloomfield Dr, 110 Bldg B • Lititz 717-207-7604

AnyLabTestNow.com/Lititz

Any Lab Test Now makes it easy for consumers and businesses to manage their health! We provide direct access to clinical lab tests, DNA tests, and drug- and alcohol-testing services, vitamin B12 injections and more. See ad, page 59.

MONTHLY PLANNER

END-OF-LIFE CARE

HOSPICE & COMMUNITY CARE

Serving Lancaster and York counties as well as parts of Adams, Berks, Chester, Cumberland, Dauphin and Lebanon counties 877-506-0149

HospiceCommunity.org

Care is provided based on a patient’s symptoms and needs. Hospice care provides comfort during a patient’s final weeks and months. Palliative care relieves the symptoms and stress of serious illness. Grief support is provided during and after a loss. See ad, page 23.

KAREN GLASS

Death Dula, Life to End of Life Coach, Herbalist

Greater Berks, Lancaster, Philadelphia Karen-Glass.com

Coach-Doula@Karen-Glass.com

Life to End of Life coaching is a conscious compassionate process for resolution and closure when moving through profound change in life at any time. Also offering Death Doula Services for those who are terminally ill, the actively dying and their lovedones, including practical planning, facilitating conscious communication and awareness, advocating and companioning.

PEACEFUL PASSAGES

Elena Snyder, LPN 215-859-2556

Facebook/PeacefulHospiceCare

With over 20 years experience in hospice end of life care, Elena provides personalized, hands-on, end-of-life comfort care services such as nursing care, companionship, education, emotional support and spiritual guidance through life ’ s final journey.

FARM/FARMERS MARKET

HOMEFIELDS CARE FARM

150 Letort Road • Millersville

717-572-2719

Homefields Care Farm is Lancaster County’s longest-running, community-supported agriculture program and has created vocational and volunteer opportunities for hundreds of people who have a disability or other barriers to traditional employment. We’ve provided over 300 varieties of fresh fruit and vegetables to families like yours for 25 years. See ad, page 39.

LIVENGOOD FAMILY FARM

Pastured-Raised Meats, Eggs & Produce

1648 Morningside Dr • Lancaster

717-327-6817

LivengoodFamilyFarm.com

Our regenerative farm offers organically grown produce and pastured-raised meat & eggs and feature intensively rotated grazing. Our ruminants are 100% grassfed and our pork and poultry are free of GMO, soy and corn. Shop online. Convenient farm pickup. Consider hosting a delivery point in your area.

RODALE

INSTITUTE

611 Siegfriedale Rd • Kutztown

610-683-1400

RodaleInstitute.org

Rodale Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to growing the regenerative organic agriculture movement through rigorous research, farmer training, and education. Over our 75-year history, we have proven that organic farming is not only viable, but essential to humanity’s survival. Our visitor’s center includes a wide selection of gifts and goods for the farm and plant enthusiast. See ad, page 20.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE FUNCTIONAL

HEALTH OF LANCASTER

Dr. Mary Regan, DNP, CRNP, IFMCP 2207 Oregon Pike, Suite 301A • Lancaster MR@FH-Lancaster.com

717-490-6227 (call or text)

FH-Lancaster.com

Are you looking for a holistic root cause approach to your health and wellness? Functional Health of Lancaster provides comprehensive adult primary care, functional medicine, nutritional support, thermography and yoga therapy, addressing your important health needs and wellness goals. Membership plans available. See ad, page 21.

KULP NUTRITION & WELLNESS

Dr. Donna Kulp, DC, DACBN, IFMCP 52 Morgantown Road • Reading 610-208-0404

KulpChiropractic.com

Dr. Donna Kulp helps patients achieve health and wellness goals through finding the root cause of specific health needs. She takes into consideration individual biochemistry, health history, genetics, lifestyle, exercise and stress to create customized wellness programs that address the interaction between the external environment and the internal environment of the body, including the immune, endocrine and gastrointestinal systems. See ad, page 31.

FUNCTIONAL NEUROLOGY

LANCASTER BRAIN & SPINE

221 Granite Run Dr • Lancaster

717-299-9600

LancasterBrainAndSpine.com

Our mission is to improve the lives of people suffering from complicated neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, by utilizing cutting-edge diagnostic testing and customized brainbased treatment plans. See ads, pages 12 and 35.

HERBAL MEDICINE

GREEN ENCHANTMENTS, LLC

Cara Marino, OTR/L and Certified Herbalist

860-604-5125

Cara@GreenEnchantmentsShoppe.com GreenEnchantmentsShoppe.com

We offer 100% handmade ethically and/or organic therapeutic herbal remedies to promote physical, emotional and spiritual quality of life. We also offer individualized holistic consultations with a licensed occupational therapist and herbalist.

HERBS FROM THE LABYRINTH

Master Herbalist Sarah Preston

Radiance, 13 W Grant St • Lancaster

717-290-1517

HerbsFromTheLabyrinth.com

Long-time Herbalist Sarah Preston crafts small-batch herbal body-care and wellness products, teas, tinctures, syrups, salves and creams using organically grown and ethically sourced wildcrafted herbs. Consultations and custom blends available. Products found at Radiance and Lemon Street Market, both in Lancaster. See ad, page 30.

HOLISTIC WELLNESS

ENERGY CONSCIOUSNESS

TRANSFORMATIONAL HEALING

Asha Scatchard, BHSP, IKH

717-843-5672

EnergyBodyworks.com

Brennan Healing Science

Practitioner, 25 years’ experience. Healing on the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual levels of your being. Early forgotten life experiences and traumas are stored in the body’s cellular memory and continue to affect adult experiences and relationships. Healing these distortions allows your body to heal on many levels affecting your health and well-being. Distance healing available via Zoom.

JACKIE’S OIL CONNECTION

Jacquelyn Donati, LMT, dõTERRA Wellness Advocate

610-781-7310

Jackies.Oil.Connection@gmail.com

My.DoTerra.com/bluemountainmassage

Discover how to support your health with essential oils and simple lifestyle shifts. With education and guidance, you can achieve a wide range of health and wellness goals using natural solutions. Request info about free classes or to schedule a personal wellness consultation.

PEACE N REIKI

Nancy Mintzer

610-463-8701 ph/txt

Peace.N.Reiki@gmail.com

PeaceNReiki.com

Are you at a crossroads in your life, in a career change or a relationship change... ready to step into purpose...looking for clarity & direction? Through Chakradance, reiki, thought coaching, women circles and meditation, Nancy has the tools to help you return to balance and well-being. See ad, page 13.

RESTORE YOUR ENERGY

Deb Gallagher, RN, AP Lancaster 717-203-9666

RestoreEnergy12@gmail.com

RestoreYourEnergy.org

Experience Eden Energy Medicine, a practice created by Donna Eden, healer, author and teacher. This method assists with balancing our nine energy systems which can become blocked by stress, pain and illnesses. When the energy is balanced, sleep, joy, concentration and immunity improve, and our body’s natural ability to heal can begin.

HOME IMPROVEMENT

HUGHES HOME SERVICES

Green Cleaning Professionals

Samantha Hughes

SamanthAnneHughes@yahoo.com

717-538-6383

We offer weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly services, as well as “deep cleaning” and organizing using organic safe environmentally kind products. We’d love to help meet specific goals and desires to make your home healthy and happy! Please reach out to schedule a free consultation. See ad, page 41.

HOMEOPATHY

HOMEOPATHIC & COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE

RUTA

Located at the Toll House Shoppes

4453 Penn Ave, Suite 8 • Sinking Spring 646-204-9199 • ChildrensDestinies.org

RutaComprehensive.org

Dr. Serguei Krissioukis an experienced practitioner of homeopathic and othercomplementary medicines with a background in pediatrics. He offers children and adults effective and harmonizing management for acute and chronic health conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep disturbance, eating disorders and more. See ad, page 41.

HYPNOSIS ROXANNE FOURA,

QHHT

Quantum Hypnosis Healing Therapy 717-380-6334

RoxanneFoura@hotmail.com

RoxanneFoura.com

Quantum Hypnosis Healing Therapy can assist with a healing journey emotionally, spiritually, physically and energetically by helping individuals release past traumas, and providing a deeper understanding of their life purpose. See ad, page 10.

YOUR QUANTUM HEALING EXPERIENCE

Dan Ober, Level 2 QHHT

313 W Liberty St, Ste 137 • Lancaster 717-727-1090

YourQuantumHealingExperience.net

QHHT – a safe and comfortable way to release lingering emotional and physical ailments. Utilizing a natural hypnotic state, our clients work directly with their subconscious self to access information they normally wouldn’t have and many times relive a past life experience.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE NICK D’ORAZIO,

MD

Strasburg Health Associates

181 Hartman Bridge Rd • Ronks 717-687-7541 • DrNickDorazio@gmail.com

Physician board certified in integrative and holistic medicine employs a wide variety of treatment modalities including Ayurveda, IV treatments including chelation, homeopathic, herbal, and nutritional medicine, natural injections, physical rehabilitation, and bodywork. Dr. D’Orazio is a physician who lives what he teaches.

IV THERAPIES

AQUA BLUE WELLNESS CENTER

2435 Old Philadelphia Pk

Smoketown • 717-656-8615

AquaBlueWellnessCenter.com

We offer a range of IV hydration vitamin and mineral therapies to support your wellbeing. IV therapies can support hydration, weight loss, increased energy, improved immunity, address nutrient deficiencies and more. See ad, page 25.

LAB TESTING

ANY LAB TEST NOW

235 Bloomfield Dr, 110 Bldg B • Lititz 717-207-7604

AnyLabTestNow.com/Lititz

Any Lab Test Now makes it easy for consumers and businesses to manage their health! We provide direct access to clinical lab tests, DNA tests, and drug- and alcohol-testing services, vitamin B12 injections and more. See ad, page 59.

LYMPHATIC THERAPY

AQUA BLUE WELLNESS CENTER

Electro-Lymphatic Therapy

2435 Old Philadelphia Pike • Smoketown 717-656-8615 • AquaBlueWellnessCenter.com

Our lymphatic system plays an important role in supporting our immunity. Over the past 18 years of treating our clients, we’ve found that supporting the proper flow of lymphatic fluid through electrolymphatic therapy positively affects many conditions including: Lymphedema, edema, cancer, Lyme disease, heart disease, enlarged prostate, post-injury/surgical healing and more. See ad, page 25.

MARKETS

KIMBERTON WHOLE FOODS

Wyomissing, Douglasville, Kimberton, Downingtown, Ottsville, Collegeville, Malvern

KimbertonWholeFoods.com

A family-owned and operated community market with a commitment to integrity, sustainable agriculture, and fair trade. We carry organic produce, raw dairy, humanely-raised meats, specialty and gourmet foods, baked goods, supplements, natural body care, and household items, cards and books many from our over 150 local producers, as well as healthy take out, eat-in and togo items. See ad, back cover.

LEMON STREET MARKET

241 W Lemon St • Lancaster 717-826-0843

LemonStreetMarket.com

We are an independent & woman-owned grocery store with a focus on sustainable and healthy living, with many local, organic, vegan, and gluten-free options. We’re open 7 days a week, including our kitchen, serving coffee, tea, espresso, fresh juices, smoothies, and grab-and-go takeout items. See ad, page 34.

MATTRESSES NATURAL/ORGANIC

GARDNER’S MATTRESS & MORE

830 Plaza Blvd • Lancaster 717-299-6228

GardnersMattressAndMore.com

Gardner’s is a locally owned mattress store offering a wide selection of quality natural and organic mattresses ranging from the luxurious to economical. Educating our customers on getting a good night’s sleep and the benefits of sleeping naturally and organically is our mission. To learn more and schedule sleep consultation visit GardnersMattressAndMore.com/Natural. See ads, pages 3 and 7.

METAPHYSICAL RESOURCES

DIVINE DRAGONFLY

1841 Columbia Ave • Lancaster 717-517-7056

Divine-Dragonfly.com

A spiritual and metaphysical store, Divine Dragonfly carries a wide selection of ethically sourced crystals, sustainably sourced herbs, and sage. The store also features a variety of candles, incense, books, Oracle and Tarot cards, tapestries and dreamcatchers. See ad, page 29.

NATIVE/ECOLOGICAL GARDENING

WAXWING ECOWORKS CO.

Elyse Jurgen, MEd, CBLP 717-676-1045

WaxwingEcoWorks.com

Waxwing EcoWorks Co. offers native/ecological gardening consultation, design, build, stewarding and educational services to enhance human well-being and support dwindling wildlife populations. We work alongside you to make your vision come to fruition! Explore our website and on-line listing for more details. See ad, page 42.

NATURE CENTER

BERKS NATURE/THE NATURE PLACE

575 St Bernardine St • Reading 610-372-4992

BerksNature.org

Berks Nature is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been serving the Berks County community since 1974. From land preservation and trail management to environmental education and community engagement, our work centers on one simple value: that nature is essential to our quality of life. See ad, page 11.

NATUROPATH - TRADITIONAL HEALTH

BY DESIGN CLINIC

Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath 352 E Main St, Ste 100 • Leola 717-556-8103

HBDClinic.com

We provide nutrition and detoxification services for adults and children using an integrative functional medicine approach. Getting to the root cause and addressing the whole body with natural solutions is what we do. We offer nutritional consultations, professional supplement recommendations, ionic foot detox and salt and sauna therapy. See ad, page 35.

HONEYSUCKLE WELLNESS

Michelle Conicello, Traditional Naturopath 495 Highlands Blvd, Suite 103 • Coatesville 717-326-3338

Info@HoneysuckleWellness.com

HoneysuckleWellness.com

Restore your body naturally. Michelle provides whole-family wellness with years of experience and tools to achieve emotional balance, detoxification, support for your immune and lymphatic systems and help with food sensitivities, chronic conditions, and more. See ad, page 28.

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR HEALTH FOR LIFE

Ann Lee, ND, L.Ac 112 Cornell Ave • Lancaster 717-669-1050

DoctorNaturalMedicine.com

Learn how your symptoms are connected, get answers, and achieve improved health and wellbeing as we facilitate your body’s ability to heal itself through acupuncture and naturopathic medicine. Special focus on hormone balancing and fertility (now offering DUTCH hormone testing).

NUTRITION FOR LIFE

Lori Borja, RN, MS, CNS

3933 Perkiomen Ave • Reading

610-779-4588

SpineAndWellness.org

Clinical nutrition service based on a comprehensive assessment, each client receives a personalized treatment plan to help them re-balance and restore the body. Lori will provide specific recommendations for the client’s individual needs. One-on-one support is given to help clients reach their goals and live healthier lives. See ad, page 38.

PET CARE

TILL WE MEET AGAIN

In-home Pet Euthanasia

717-808-4654

TillWeMeetAgain.com

For some, euthanasia of their pet at the veterinary hospital is simply not an option. Dr. Mark Huber and his wife Stacey provide home euthanasia for dogs and cats in the most comfortable environment possible⸻your home⸻with the intention of bringing peace and comfort to ease the pain of losing a beloved pet. See ad, page 42.

SKINCARE

GSL ORGANICS

216 S Church St • Quarryville

717-844-1444

GSLOrganics.org

With over 25 years of experience, owner Candy St. Martine-Pack, a certified aroma-therapist, formulates all skincare products using natural and organic ingredients to treat a variety of skin issues including, eczema, psoriasis and the effects of aging. See ad, page 29.

SOUND HEALING/MUSIC

RESONATE YOU

JenLobo Rose

Lititz/Lancaster

ResonateYou@gmail.com

ResonateYou.com

Jen Lobo, a voice teacher for over 20 years, will help guide you to release your singing or sounding voice to help in your own personal well-being and healing. Offering private lessons, group classes and sound meditations.

SOUNDWISE HEALTH ASSOCIATES, LLC

Lana Ryder, Director and Senior Instructor

313 W Liberty St, Suite 263 • Lancaster

610-301-4356

SoundwiseHealth.com

Throughout the region our trained and experienced professional practitioners offer individual intuitive sound therapy sessions, group immersions, sonic massage, ReikiSound, ReikiVoice, and hospice CareSound. Also offering sixmonth sound school and individual classes for fundamental education in the art and science of sound healing. Sharing the healing power of sound, voice and music for 50 years. If

SPECIALTY FOODS

KWEE-JACK FISH CO

Wild Alaskan Salmon & Halibut Shares

717-842-0180

Sustainably harvested wild Alaskan salmon and halibut available, fisherman-direct. Pre-order annually (spring) at EatWildSalmon.com for local pick-up (fall) of sushi-grade delicious nutrition, deep-frozen at the peak of freshness to enjoy throughout the year. See ad, page 36.

SPIRITUALITY

URBAN WELL—A SOURCE FOR CONTEMPLATIVE SPIRITUALITY

Saint James Episcopal Church

119 N Duke St • Lancaster 717-397-4858

UrbanWell.org.

…where diverse people with different faiths gather in a spirit of humility and openness to learn from one another how to quiet the noise of everyday life, become more grounded and find energy, serenity and rest. See ad, page 4.

THERAPEUTIC WRITING

WRITE FROM THE HEART

Creative Writing Workshops

Melissa Greene • Lancaster 717-393-4713 • WriteFromTheHeart.us

Our uplifting, be-who-you-are workshops awaken the creative spirit, gently, without intimidation. Taught in an atmosphere of warmth, whimsy and trust, they are a safe haven for all ages. Especially those who long to overcome perfectionism and selfdoubt. No grades or red pen. Sharing optional. Mischief a must. See ad, page 13.

THERMAL IMAGING

AQUA BLUE WELLNESS CENTER

Lori Martin, BCNP 2435 Old Philadelphia Pike • Smoketown 717-656-8615 • AquaBlueWellnessCenter.com

A family wellness center offering thermal imaging for breast and body, detox therapies, therapeutic and oncology massage, lymphatic drainage, a full-spectrum infrared sauna, nutritional education and more. Thermal imaging is a safe, non-invasive procedure for early detection of sources of pain, injury and disease. See ad, page 25.

HONEYSUCKLE WELLNESS

Michelle Conicello, Traditional Naturopath

495 Highlands Blvd, Suite 103 • Coatesville 717-326-3338

Info@HoneysuckleWellness.com

HoneysuckleWellness.com

Digital Thermal Imaging is a proactive tool to assess problems in the body before they can be seen or felt. An assessment tool that is noninvasive, painless, with no radiation or direct contact with the body, it is a proactive step towards achieving your optimal health. See ad, page 28.

SHALOM THERMOGRAPHY

Darlene Heath, DC, CTT

14 W Main St • Landisville

717-530-5555

HeathWellnessCenter.com

Thermography provides a noninvasive view of potential health concerns in the breast and body. Used as a risk assessment tool, thermography is able to detect inflammation and metabolic changes, and offers a proactive, prevention-focused approach to health care. See ad, page 44.

WEIGHT LOSS

HEALTH BY DESIGN

Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath

352 E Main St, Ste 100 • Leola

717-556-8103

HBDClinic.com

We help you reach your weight-loss goals by offering customized science-based weight loss options and detoxification services. Our goal has always been to help you get the weight off and educate you on how to keep it off. Offering the guidance of over 30 years experience, you will see results and feel amazing. See ad, page 35.

ISAGENIX

Bonnie Weaver

717-723-8378

Boards.com/a/DZX7J.IUJeNY.

Isagenix has solutions for weight wellness, natural beauty, daily nutrition, targeted health and fitness resources. We offer an 11-day Nutritional Reset to jumpstart the weight wellness journey with a team ready to identify individualized health goals and support your way through. See ad, pages 39.

YOGA

BLACK CAT YOGA LITIZ

796 Lititz Pike • Lititz

717-500-1338

BlackCatYogaLititz.com

Joyful movement for every BODY.

Offering accessible, acceptance-based yoga, meditation, tai chi, and dance classes, one-on-one yoga sessions, a boutique, and more. Accessible by Red Rose Transit and offering a sliding fee scale by request.

CREATION YOGA

Held at Yocum Institute

3000 Penn Ave • West Lawn 610-780-3166

TGCreations.com

A studio which aims to connect you with your own inner healer; our classes integrate the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of yoga practice. We offer a mix of classes in person and virtually that suit all levels of experience.

KULA KAMALA FOUNDATION & YOGA ASHRAM

17 Basket Rd • Reading 484-509-5073

KulaKamalaFoundation.org

Kula Kamala Foundation is a nonprofit, non-sectarian spiritual center dedicated to mindfulness, non-violence, unity, and healing. Our public and professional programs serve people from all walks of life. No matter who you are, we have something special for you. OM. Peace. See ad, page 33.

MINDFUL YOGA AT SAINT JAMES

119 N Duke St • Lancaster 717-397-4858

SaintJamesLancaster.org/Yoga

A simpler style of yoga that helps achieve a higher level of connection with one’s mind, body and spirit by focusing on the present moment. Is suitable for a wide range of body types and abilities. In-person and via Zoom. See ad, page 4.

THE YOGA PLACE

9 Hahnstown Rd • Ephrata 717-336-5299

TheYogaPlaceInEphrata.com

The Yoga Place is a friendly community dedicated to helping you find peace of mind and healing. We offer in-person and online yoga and meditation classes. We also provide services in Life Coaching, Grief Recovery and Yoga Therapy.

WEST END YOGA STUDIO

221 W Walnut St • Lancaster

WestEndYogaStudio@gmail.com

WestEndYogaStudio.com

A diverse yoga studio offering a full range of yoga, meditation and movement classes, in studio, outdoors and virtual. We are community-oriented, creating a welcoming learning environment dedicated to healing and compassion. All ages and levels welcome. Offering New Student Unlimited Monthly passes and other discounts.

We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails.

~Thomas S. Monson