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ur June issue is focused on men’s health. Dudes, I want to encourage you to make healthier choices— now. What healthy choices? You know, like eating more fruits, vegetables and lean Dana Boulanger Marilee Burrell protein; drinking more water; exercising regularly; and establishing good weekly routines of self-care, such as mindfulness. I encourage you to take charge of your wellness and be the best version of you. (Kudos to men who are already rocking it!) I personally have some important men I love having in my life, and of course I want them to be happy, healthy and vibrant so we can enjoy life together. So drop and give me 40—a great goal for men in and around their 40s—and then keep doing it. Why? Because a new study from Harvard concluded that active, 40ish men who were able to do 40 pushups had a 96 percent lower risk of cardiovascular disease in the next 10 years than men who could do fewer than 10 pushups. Physical activity, a proper diet and managing emotional stress are all important to long-term wellness. Read more in our feature article on page 22, “Integrative Health for Men: Natural Approaches for Robust Vitality.” Now more than ever, we need to be mindful about our health and wellness. We’ve all been challenged, stressed and forced to make many changes in our daily lives because of Covid-19, and as more and more restrictions are being lifted, we’ll be asked to change yet again. Many of us have been in survival mode, having experienced major losses in our lives: of loved ones, coworkers, friends, jobs, businesses, income and the ability to travel freely, both here in New York and in many other states and countries. We have all been through a lot. I’ve spoken to several health professionals who told me that a vast number of people are currently experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions. For some of us, this next shift in our lives will be extremely stressful; after having had to adjust to months and months of isolation, there will be new obstacles and fears and possibly low spirits and loss of hope due to more forced change, which can be really challenging. Healthy lifestyle choices and new routines can help us all deal, and they’re especially important for people with depression. Our article “Beat the Blues Naturally: Drug-Free Ways to Treat Depression,” on page 26, has great suggestions for small lifestyle shifts we can make to feel more vibrant, hopeful and empowered, many of which I incorporated into my life years ago. It was actually just this past year, during the NY Pause, that I discovered the joy of my morning miles; connecting with nature daily inspires and ignites me. Summer is fast approaching, with warmer, longer days. New events and classes are popping up all the time, so please check our news briefs and monthly calendars for local happenings (yes, some will still be virtual). And visit our website, WakeupNaturally.com, for even more happenings posted to our online calendar. While you’re there, sign up for our monthly email to stay informed. Then head outside: Now is a great time to check out the many miles of hiking and biking trails in our area, as well as the numerous parks and nature preserves. Finally, I would like to honor all the dads who’ve cared for us and been there for us. May your hearts glow with pride and joy. My best,

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17 PEAK LIFE HOLISTICS ‘Biohacking’ Restores Health and Wellness Quickly and Easily

20 VEGAN ROAD-TRIPPING Travel Tips for Plant-Based Eaters

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26 BEAT THE BLUES

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30 TRAVELING FOR THE PLANET

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32 SIMPLE ACTS CAN CHANGE THE WORLD

34 THE FIT GARDENER Backyard Workouts Good for Mind and Body

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Bicycle Sundays Return to the Bronx River Parkway

icycle Sundays on the Bronx River Parkway, one of Westchester’s longestrunning and most popular recreational programs, are back on track. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. most Sundays through October, the parkway will be open exclusively for bicyclists, in-line skaters, scooters, walkers and joggers from Exit 22 at the Westchester County Center to Exit 4 at Scarsdale Road in Yonkers. That stretch of the parkway—a 13mile round trip—will be closed to unauthorized motor vehicles on the following dates: June 6, 13, 20 and 27; July 11, 18 and 25; August 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29; September 12, 19 and 26; and October 3, 17, 24 and 31. Admission is free. Parking at the County Center lot in White Plains costs $8. Masks are recommended for all participants and required in situations where social distancing may not always be able to be maintained. Helmets are required for children under 14 (including those in bike trailers) and recommended for all wheeled participants. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Children in strollers must be strapped in. Skateboards, dogs and headsets are not allowed. The event will be canceled in case of rain. Bicycle Sundays is a Westchester County Parks program sponsored by Con Edison, NewYork-Presbyterian, the Westchester Parks Foundation and Danny’s Cycles, with support from WHUD. For more infor mation, including a complete list of rules and regulations, visit Parks.WestchesterGov.com/bicycle-Sundays. 8

fter a successful May market, the Hastings Flea has added two more dates to this year’s calendar. It will now be open on June 27, from 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and return again on September 12. This curated specialty flea market features regular and rotating vendors and a few food vendors, as well as live music and entertainment. “Get your flea fix on again and enjoy meeting vendors with home goods, collectibles, vintage items, crafts, jewelry, clothing, handmade and artisan gifts for everyone—especially yourself,” says cofounder Ilana Donna Arazie at the May Flea Ilana Donna Arazie. “We’ll have tasty food truck treats, face painting, a psychic and other surprises. If you’re coming from outside of Hastings, be sure to pick up a map from the information booth so you can explore the best Hastings-on-Hudson has to offer within easy walking distance.” There’s no charge to enter the market, which was so well attended in May that organizers decided to add the new dates, Arazie says. “Everyone enjoyed getting out again and connecting with vendors and our community again while safely shopping,” she says. “It was a great time and very much appreciated, and we look forward to doing it again.” Location: Hastings-on-Hudson Metro-North commuter parking lot. For more information, call 646.709.4308 or visit TheHastingsFlea.com.

Ascend Yoga Teaches Outdoor Classes at Boscobel

rom June 3 through October 31, Ascend Yoga will hold outdoor classes Thursdays through Mondays at Boscobel House and Gardens, in Garrison. Classes will take place in Boscobel’s West Meadow overlooking the Hudson River. “We will practice and celebrate community through the healing and strengthening power of breath, mindfulness and movement, placing special emphasis on being present for ourselves despite the uncertainty of the past few months,” says Melia Marzollo, founder and CEO of Ascend, which is located in Cold Spring. Preregistration is required. Students are asked Melia Marzollo to bring a mask, a mat, water and any props they’d like to use. Upon arrival they should check in at Boscobel’s visitor center. The weekly class schedule is as follows: Thursdays: Barre/HIIT with Cecily, 9:30 through 10:30 a.m., and Vinyasa with Amanda, 6 to 7 p.m. Fridays: Vinyasa Level 3 with Kat, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m., and Yoga + Meditation with Julian, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Saturdays: Vinyasa with Vanessa, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., and Ashtanga with Scott, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Sundays: Vinyasa with Amanda, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., and Ashtanga with Jamie, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Mondays: Slow Flow Yoga with Dani, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., and Center + Flow Yoga with Dani, 6 to 7:15 p.m. Cost: $25 per class. Location: Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 NY-9D, Garrison, NY. For tickets and more info, visit AscendCenter.com/studio/popups.

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Jikiden Reiki Seminars Offered in June

une is a great month to learn Jikiden Reiki, says Anne Bentzen, a Westchester teacher of this original, unaltered Japanese Anne Bentzen healing method, which is taught without any western influence. Bentzen says Reiki supports health and well-being naturally, bringing balance and harmony to the body through the restoration of the flow of life-force energy. “As we begin to emerge from this pandemic, Reiki is the easiest, drug-free and most effective self-care tool you can have to improve your mental, emotional and physical health,” she says. “All Jikiden Reiki seminars follow a standardized curriculum established by the Jikiden Reiki Institute in Kyoto, Japan, to preserve the original teachings.” She will teach beginner Shoden seminars on June 6 and 13, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “This program introduces the most accurate Reiki history, principles and intuitive art of following energy,” she says. “You’ll receive three initiations to assist you in feeling energy, learn a special symbol and an integration technique unique to Jikiden Reiki, and receive supervised practice giving Reiki to others and for self-treatment.” Tuition is $350 for new students and $150 for reviewing students. Jan Mizushima will teach an advanced Okuden seminar on June 27, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Students will learn about the roots of Reiki; learn a psychological treatment, distant Reiki and shirushi symbols; receive two activations; and participate in partner practice. Tuition is $400 for new students and $100 for reviewing students. Location: 137 Lake St., West Harrison (home of InVogue Salon). For information or to register, call 914.588.4079 or visit Balancing4Life.com. June 2021

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Emsella Chair Is a Natural Treatment for ED

s many as 30 million men in the United States have erectile dysfunction, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Most of us know it by its nickname, ED—used in endless TV and print ads promoting drugs like Viagra. But there are also effective natural treatments for this common disorder, says Liviu B. Saimovici, M.D., medical director of Advanced Rejuvenation Centers, in Purchase. Dr. Liviu B. Saimovici It’s important to establish the cause of a patient’s ED and whether it can be remedied, Saimovici says. There are many possible causes, including diabetes, age, certain drugs such as beta blockers, heart and vascular disease, psychological issues, and alcohol or drug abuse. Depending on the cause, a natural treatment plan could have various components. “There are vitamins that act like Viagra and the rest; exercise, regular sleep and good diet; and of course Emsella, which in the United States has FDA approval for both men and women for incontinence and in Canada for ED,” Saimovici says. That would be the Emsella Chair—a restorative therapy that stimulates the muscles of the pelvic floor, inducing contractions in a way that the brain is unable to do. Saimovici offers free consultations, and if someone is a good candidate for Emsella, treatment would entail sitting in the “chair” fully clothed for 28 minutes, once or twice a week for six weeks. Location: Advanced Rejuvenation Centers, 3020 Westchester Ave., Ste. 306, Purchase, NY. For more information, call 914.500.9594, email info@advancedrejuvenationcenters.com or visit AdvancedRejuvenationCenters.com.

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Intuitive Development with Alyse Faith Shine Returns in June

lyse Faith Shyne, a psychic and medium and the cofounder of The Healing Collective NY, will return to teaching her Intuitive Development class for women in June. Shyne says the class will help fill the hunger for guidance that she’s seen over the past year with increased demand for her readings. “In these uncertain Alyse Faith Shyne times, many of us are struggling to sift through tons of conflicting information and chaotic noise from both the news media and social media,” she says. “People are seeking the truth and true clarity, now more than ever.” Although Shyne has long experience as an intuitive reader, she says she finds true joy in teaching other women to unlock their inner guidance system—their intuition. Her class is designed for women seeking to sharpen their psychic skills, healing arts practitioners looking to incorporate intuitive gifts into their practice, and women who would love one-on-one coaching but can’t afford it. She says the class may also be a fit for women who are seeking community of like-minded people, and those who want to release what no longer serves them in order to align with their highest good. To schedule a free call to see if the course is a “fit,” contact Shyne at 914.236.HEAL or alyse@thehealingcollectiveny.com. For more info, visit TheHealingCollectiveNY.com. See ad, page 10.

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he new Be Well Members Club is a wellness community that helps you stay grounded through nourishment, movement and mindfulness,” says Jill Kay, an Arbonne Independent Consultant. “You can create your own subscription box to save 20 to 40 percent on Arbonne products, receive a free mystery gift on every order, daily affirmation Jill Kay texts, free wellness classes— from meditations to workouts to cooking—and gain access to invaluable content. Arbonne offers a 90-day money-back guarantee, and you may cancel at any time.” �� This program was created by Arbonne independent consultants and is not affiliated with Arbonne’s home office. “You can create your own subscription box to save 20 to 40 percent on Arbonne products, receive a free mystery gift on every order, daily affirmation texts, free wellness classes—from meditations to workouts to cooking—and gain access to invaluable content. Arbonne offers a 90-day money-back guarantee, and you may cancel at any time.” In addition to customizable subscription boxes, The Be Well Club has recommended subscription bundles, including the Green Gut Glow Bundle (SkinElixir Collagen Builder + BeWell Superfood Greens + GutHealth Digestion & Microbiome Support); the Body By You Bundle (GutHealth Digestion & Microbiome Support + FeelFit Pea Protein Shake Mix + CleanTox Herbal Detox Tea); and the Mind Over Matter Bundle (MindHealth + InnerCalm + EnergyFizz). A Certified B Corporation, Arbonne is known for its Not Allowed List, which includes more than 2,000 ingredients that the company will not use in its formulas. All Arbonne products are certified vegan and cruelty-free, formulated with non-GMO ingredients, and contain no animal products or byproducts, gluten or artificial flavors or sweeteners. To join, email jill@jillkay.com or visit JillKay.com. For more information, visit TheBeWell.Club.

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CranioSacral Work Has ‘Deepened’ During Covid

ynthia M. Chase who has been a psychospiritual therapist for more than 30 years and a Reiki master since 2004, is offering in-person and online certification courses in Usui/Tibetan Reiki Healing. “Therapists, nurses, clinicians, anyone with a passion to become a healer, now is the time to activate your latent powers,” she says. “You’ll become attuned to a higher vibration and enhance your ability to let universal life-force energies flow through you and on to the person or animal Cynthia M. Chase seeking healing.” First-, second- and masterlevel Reiki classes are available, each tailored to the individual student’s needs and preferred pace. “The first level is the initiation phase; you will learn about energy and the energetic makeup of living beings—human, plant and animal,” Chase says. “The second is the practitioner phase, where you begin practicing Reiki on family, friends and pets. The master level focuses on how to attune others and teach Reiki. The first two levels comprise three classes that last two hours each; the master level comprises four classes.” Students at each level receive a certificate of achievement “and the ongoing support of the Reiki community,” she says. “You will be an 11th generation Reiki master. Join us on this incredible healing journey.” From October 22 to 24, Chase will lead a weekend retreat at a beach cottage on the Long Island Sound. It is designed to facilitate rejuvenation, growth and empowerment through Reiki Fusion, energy healing, dance, movement and breath work (no experience necessary). For more info, email cynthiamchase@gmail.com or visit CynthiaMChase.com.

or Joy Matalon, a CranioSacral therapist and licensed massage therapist, the past year has been a time of professional growth. Now she’s incorporating what she’s learned, particularly Biodynamic CranioSacral Therapy, into her Ossining practice. “My work has deepened during the Joy Matalon pandemic,” she says. “I’ve had the opportunity to study with a few different mentors who have helped me to access a level of awareness where I am connecting with the pattern of health in and around the body. Once I identify this pattern of health, I can support the nervous system in returning to balance.” CranioSacral Therapy, or CST, helps us develop intimacy with the parts of ourselves that through stress or trauma have become unconscious, Matalon says. “It is in these unconscious parts of ourselves that healing happens,” she says. “In each session, my hands help you to experience your body in the moment, creating a pathway to physical well-being and inner peace.” She’s found that several conditions respond well to CST, including anxiety, depression, headaches and migraines, TMJ, tinnitus, autoimmune disorders, and back and neck pain. Personal safety continues to be a priority for Matalon, who is fully vaccinated and says her regular clients are too. “I am still wearing a mask and require clients to do so as well,” she says. “I have a HEPA filter, and I clean and open windows for 30 minutes between each session.” Main location: 100 Executive Blvd, Suite 203, Ossining, NY. For more info, call 914.519.8138, email jmatalon@optonline.net or visit JoyMatalon.com.

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Westchester Land Trust Protects 15-Acre Bedford Forestland

estchester Land Trust has secured the permanent protection of 15 acres of ecologically significant land on Pea Pond Road in Bedford. Donated by Janice and Robert Diamond, it’s one of the few higher-elevation properties there that is both undeveloped and unprotected. Named the Diamond Family Preserve, it will be owned and managed by WLT as a nature sanctuary. “WLT will be forever grateful to the Diamond family for making this selfless gift of nature,” says WLT President Lori Ensinger. “They understood the importance of preserving this property and were wonderful partners in making it happen.” The conservation project brings WLT’s total preserved lands to 8,800 acres across its service area of Westchester and eastern Putnam counties. According to WLT, the Diamond Family Preserve features a healthy mix of oak, tulip and maple forests, with many trees more than 100 years old. Because it has been fenced for much of its recent history, it’s been protected from deer browsing, allowing species like maple leaf viburnum, black cohosh, maidenhair ferns and new oaks to flourish. “This land has a stunning ecosystem, very few invasive species and an overall lack of deer browsing, which offer interesting opportunities to conduct ecological studies,” says Brendan Murphy, WLT’s director of stewardship. Permanently conserving this property protects locally unique habitats and woodlands that sequester carbon and ensures that the land will never be lost to development. According to WLT, the property does not have a trail system and currently isn’t open to the public. For more info, visit WestchesterLandTrust.org.

Important Note The article “Homeopathy to the Rescue” in our May issue strictly and solely addresses homeopathic applications. Under no circumstances should this be confused with herbal applications – or using substances as herbal medicine in any form. Homeopathic remedies are highly diluted substances from plants which could potentially be toxic in any other form. Aside from topical products like calendula tincture, there is no residual substance – plant, mineral or animal – in store-bought or prescribed homeopathic remedies. Please use only homeopathic remedies that are professionally formulated and obtained from medical-grade homeopathic suppliers and practitioners. June 2021

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Cultivate Satisfaction to be Healthier and Happier Older people with high levels of life satisfaction—a favorable attitude toward life—have healthier habits, less depression and pain, better sleep and a longer life, reports researchers from the University of British Columbia. They studied nearly 13,000 U.S. adults older than 50 for four years and found that higher life satisfaction was linked to 26 percent reduced mortality and a 46 percent lower depression rate. People that felt good about their lives had fewer chronic conditions and pain, exercised more often, were both more optimistic and likely to be living with a partner and experienced less hopelessness and loneliness. However, such positive feelings were not associated with fewer health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis or obesity; were not marked by less alcoholic binging or smoking; and were not affected by frequency of contact with children, family and friends.

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Four widely used artificial sweeteners—saccharine, sucralose, aspartame and acesulfame potassium—promote the transfer of antibiotic resistance genes in both environmental and clinical settings, report researchers at the University of Queensland, Australia, in The ISME Journal. They found that these four nonnutritive sweeteners promote horizontal transfer of the genes between bacteria, furthering the spread of antibiotic-resistant genes in the intestine. The researchers say the findings provide insight into the spread of antimicrobial resistance and point to a potential risk associated with ingesting the artificial sweeteners.

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Weighted blankets that provide a cozy, swaddled feeling have been big sellers during the trying days of the pandemic, and a new study verifies that they do provide mental health benefits. Researchers from Sweden’s Karolinska University tested 120 patients with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder for four weeks. They found that a weighted blanket led to better sleep and reduced fatigue, depression and anxiety, and increased levels of daytime activity. Weighted blankets are comforters with tiny pellets or metal chains woven throughout so that weight is distributed across the body; researchers recommend using a blanket that is about 10 percent of a person’s body weight. 14

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An 800-megawatt project, Vineyard Wind, off the coast of Martha’s Vineyard, is awaiting final approval by the Army Corps of Engineers. Laura Daniel Davis, principal deputy assistant secretary of land and minerals at the U.S. Department of the Interior, says, “The demand for offshore wind energy has never been greater. The technological advances, falling costs, increased interest and the tremendous economic potential make offshore wind a really promising avenue.” Some two dozen offshore wind projects are in development along the East Coast. According to the International Energy Agency, wind could provide more than 18 times the world’s present electricity demand and is well-suited to serve heavily populated areas. For instance, almost 40 percent of Americans live near the coasts. Offshore wind power could assist in relieving the dependence on carbon-based sources of electricity and relieve congestion on the grid for Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Houston and Seattle. Offshore turbines are in open waters where wind is strong and abundant. As the technology has matured, the turbines have gotten bigger and further out to sea.

An agreement finalized in November 2020 between farmers, tribes and dam owners will result in the deconstruction of four aging, inefficient dams along the Klamath River in the Pacific Northwest to restore salmon runs that have been in decline. The Karuk and Yurok tribes have relied on the salmon for both sustenance and spiritual wellbeing throughout their history. The project also signals a decline in the hydropower industry, which does not seem as profitable as predicted with the emergence of more cost-effective and sustainable energy sources such as wind and solar. The World Commission on Dams released a report in November 2000 on the enormous financial, environmental and human costs and poor performance of large dams. The commission analyzed dozens of case studies and more than 1,000 testimonies regarding the outcome of trillions of dollars invested in dams. After decades of rapid construction, only 37 percent of the world’s rivers remain free-flowing. River fragmentation has heavily damaged freshwater habitats and fish stocks, threatening food security for millions of people and advancing the decline of other mammals, birds and reptiles.

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Uneaten food often ends up in the trash, but Olio, an app created in 2015 by English entrepreneurs Tessa Clarke and Saasha Celestial-One, allows people with extra food to post a picture online. Anyone that wants the food can respond and pick it up as a gift. There is no money exchanged, and no swapping or bartering. Almost 3.5 million people use Olio in 50 countries. The app claims to have prevented “3,775 tonnes of CO2 emissions from entering the atmosphere and eliminating 12,171,045 car miles from the road.” Nonprofit Project Drawdown notes, “Almost 1.4 billion hectares of land; close to 30 percent of the world’s agricultural land, is dedicated to producing food that is never eaten; and the carbon footprint of food wastage makes it the third emitter of CO2 after the U.S. and China, according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization. Reducing food waste is one of the most effective ways of tackling the global climate crisis.”

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Rethinking Fireworks

Greener Ways to Celebrate the Fourth Synonymous with American Independence Day, fireworks have been around for thousands of years. Earliest versions originated in China, where people tossed bamboo stalks into a fire to ward off evil spirits, which exploded as the hollow areas of the stalks heated up. Later, a Chinese alchemist invented gunpowder—a mixture of potassium nitrate, sulfur and charcoal—that when poured into bamboo sticks, created the first fireworks. Environmental and Health Impacts

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Today, most fireworks are made of non-biodegradable plastics and harmful chemicals. When set ablaze, they release smoke and particulate matter, polluting the ground, air and water. Viewing fireworks poses health risks, particularly to people with preexisting ailments. It’s best to watch them from far away and upwind of the launch site or indoors through a closed window. Pet owners lament the noise pollution these pyrotechnics produce, and every year injuries and fires result when people unsafely light their own rockets at home. Greener Fireworks While climate-neutral fireworks don’t exist, some products are more ecofriendly. The Walt Disney Company has patented a new technology to replace gunpowder by using compressed air to launch fireworks—a potentially safer, quieter and less polluting alternative. European fire-

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works manufacturer WECO Feuerwerk (weco.de) is gradually replacing plastic components with compostable, plant-based fibers. A particularly troublesome compound is perchlorate, which helps fireworks burn longer, but inhibits thyroid function after repeated exposure. A cleaner alternative is nitrogen, which produces less smoke and fewer dangerous byproducts. With less smoke, smaller amounts of toxic metal salts are needed to produce the brilliantly colored flames. For now, nitrogen-based fireworks are much more expensive and not widely used in outdoor settings. Indoor, low-smoke pyrotechnics are available through DMD Systems at AngelFire.com. Planet-Friendly Alternatives Drone light shows involve the launching of hundreds or even thousands of unmanned aerial vehicles equipped with powerful LEDs that light up the sky. The drones are reusable, silent and do not release chemicals. Because they are controlled digitally, an almost infinite combination of movements, colors and artistic expressions are possible. Lasers can also paint the night sky. The most compelling displays are done professionally, but a colorful and exciting light show can be created at home with a portable projector. To add red, white and blue charm both indoors and out, solar-powered or LED string lights or lanterns can decorate the home.

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Peak Life Holistics ‘Biohacking’ Restores Health and Wellness Quickly and Easily

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iohacking” might sound like a job done from behind a computer keyboard. But it’s simply about optimizing the body’s functioning to boost health more quickly

and easily. That’s the goal of Peak Life Holistics, in Somers, where members have access to a wide variety of cutting-edge biohacking technologies as well as holistic wellness coaching. While everyone can reap the benefits of biohacking, Peak owner and health coach Greg Ribaudo says, he’s seen significant improvement in people still recovering from Covid. “Clients who have lingering effects from Covid-19 often complain of reduced energy and difficulty breathing,” he says. “When stacking multiple wellness modalities together, we give the body shortcuts to increase energy, circulation and oxygen needed for healing.” Using biohacking equipment such as red-light therapy, pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy, oxygen training, infrared saunas and ionic footbaths, as well as guided meditations to calm the nervous system, Peak clients experience both physiological and psychological improvements, Ribaudo says. Benefits include a boost in physical energy, vitality and well-being; improved mental clarity, fitness, lung capacity and circulation; and an overall decrease in stress and stress-related health issues. Although the United States has turned a corner in the pandemic, the prevalence of post-Covid “long-haul” syndrome has been well documented. Ribaudo says he’s helped clients with lung damage and circulation problems as well as those whose symptoms are invisible but debilitating, like lethargy and lost vigor. “There are also the lingering effects from the intense fear and stress of current events,” he notes. “We have many clients who love our stress-relief program, which helps achieve deep relaxation and a sense of peace and restoral after this long and stressful year.” Men’s Health Biohacking has led to similarly remarkable successes in men suffering from low energy, whether it’s manifested on the basketball court or in the bedroom, Ribaudo says. “Men with libido issues respond really well to a combination of red light and near-infrared therapies,” he says. “This combination helps to naturally boost the production of testosterone as well as increase circulation and improve energy levels.” Oxygen training and infrared saunas are popular with both men and women, as they dilate the blood vessels to boost oxygen uptake to all the cells, detoxing the body and brain and increasing sports performance.

Oxygen therapy with Greg Ribaudo at Peak “Clients leave feeling uplifted and energetic, with an increased sense of well-being,” Ribaudo says. Programs and Classes Peak has programs to accommodate those who want to make a dramatic shift in their well-being as well as those who simply want to come in for a “tune-up,” Ribaudo says. Its comprehensive holistic coaching programs cover diet and hydration, food-sensitivity testing, ketosis and fasting, circulation, brain function, gut health, weight and posture issues, sleep, meditation and breathwork. It also offers drop-in sessions for those looking to detox, boost their energy and well-being, or treat themself to restoration and self-care. “We are dedicated to helping each client individually and seek to address their root issues and concerns,” Ribaudo says. “We have combined many different therapies and teaching philosophies that are not commonly seen at your doctor’s office or a typical wellness facility. We are using cutting-edge technology, emotional release techniques, and common-sense wellness strategies that have been around for thousands of years. We’ve merged the new with the old to maximize results and help people learn how they can thrive on their own.” As Peak evolves, Ribaudo plans to offer more group-based learning, with small-group classes and trainings in yoga, tai chi, breath work, joint mobility and meditation, as well as youth programs to teach the basics of health and wellness. “We are also organizing day retreats throughout the summer months that will include some of these teachings, where our clients can get a taste of different wellness techniques along with utilizing our advanced wellness equipment,” he says. Location: Peak Life Holistics, 13 Edgewood Dr., Somers, NY. For more info, call 914.301.3393, email peaklifeholistics@gmail.com or visit PeakLifeHolistics.com. June 2021

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ike many local businesses, Taste Budd’s Café—a catering and concession service in Red Hook—essentially stopped in March 2020. So chef and owner Dan Budd got busy helping people. What began as an effort to feed people in lockdown evolved into Red Hook Responds, an organization that helps community members help each other. “I recruited mostly teens, including my co-founder, Chris Donohue, to help build an online system to organize volunteers as well as a web page and telephone helpline to accept help requests,” Budd says. “My first role as a chef was to figure out how to feed people who needed to stay home. My mission was to also offer a place for volunteerism to support and enhance ongoing good in our communities. The intention is to share generosity and have all services offered free for anyone in need.” Red Hook Responds offers prepared dinner meals daily, food pantry bag deliveries, neighborly chats, grocery and pharmacy errands, walkway snow shoveling, vaccine appointment assistance, Veggie Table (vegetable garden) installations, virtual tutoring, and volunteers to assist with any other ongoing good. The ultimate goal, he says, is to “shine a bright light of hope, trust and faith on people working hard together for no reason other than lifting each other up.” Since Red Hook Responds began, 645 volunteers have enrolled, although only about 150 are currently active, Budd says. “We are still 100 percent volunteer run. As a new nonprofit corporation of New York State, we currently have shift leaders for every help service offered, plus many other roles like operations supervisors and a board of directors.” He says it’s important to understand that “every person can be generous in one way or another to support ongoing good. That good has no boundaries, and we can all develop good community habits to support those in need. What friends do for each other is what Red Hook Responders do for anyone every day.” Donations are always appreciated, he adds. They can be made through the organization’s web page. For more info or to donate, visit RedHookResponds.org. 18

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he Country Store at Boni-Bel Farm, in Brewster, is now open for the season, offering locally grown fruits and vegetables, handcrafted gifts, and other products from Boni-Bel Farm local farms and vendors. The store also provides vocational opportunities to Green Chimneys School students, by giving them hands-on experience in horticulture and farm management as well as store operations and customer service in a real retail environment. Green Chimneys is a multifaceted nonprofit organization primarily serving students who have been unsuccessful in a traditional educational setting and benefit from a highly structured and supportive program. Set on Green Chimneys’ own two-acre organic farm, the Country Store operates from March through December with seasonal local produce, a fresh farm stand and specialty items and gifts. Every November, it kicks off the Christmas season with “Holidays on the Farm,” offering sustainably grown trees, gift baskets, and decorative greens and handmade wreaths. Location: Boni-Bel Farm and Country Store, 301 Doansburg Rd., Brewster, NY. For more information, call 845.278.2060, email info@greenchimneys.org or visit GreenChimneys.org/countrystore. See ad, page 35.

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olunteers are needed to help with Westchester Land Trust’s food pantry garden at Sugar Hill Farm in Bedford Hills. WLT, the Community Center of Northern Westchester and D.I.G. Farm work together there to grow vegetables for community members in need. The garden is tended by volunteers, and the produce is distributed at the Community Center in Katonah. Food Pantry Garden Volunteers Ongoing volunteer opportunities are available now through October. Visit WestchesterLandTrust.org and click How to Help for a schedule and link to register. For more info, contact Michelle Culbert at 914.234.6992 ext. 22 or michelle@westchesterlandtrust.org.

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o maximize health and minimize our impact on the planet, a whole-food, plantbased diet reigns supreme. Cooking at home ensures quality-controlled ingredients, but when traveling, extra measures are needed to enjoy healthy options while avoiding the allure of diet-busting, processed foods. The key to success is a combination of planning and resolve.

Much can be done before the trip begins. Research the destination and road trip stops, says Julieanna Hever, registered dietitian and author of Plant-Based Nutrition (Idiot’s Guides). She recommends reviewing online menus, calling ahead to clarify options and using apps like Yelp.com and HappyCow.net to scout for restaurants and grocery stores. Her favorite places are Thai and Mexican eateries, as well as steakhouses for their plantbased side dishes. Upon arrival at her destination, she hits a grocery store to stock up on fresh fruits and veggies. “We live in an extremely difficult food environment, with a lot of triggers and inputs that don’t go away even if you’ve been eating a healthy diet for a long time,” says Micaela Karlsen, Ph.D., senior director of research at the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and author of A Plant-Based Life. “For people that are transitioning into this new lifestyle, the highly refined foods they are used to eating are kind of low-grade addictive substances 20

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and what researchers call hyper-palatable foods like added fat, sugar and salt that stimulate the brain in a similar way as addictive drugs like cocaine or alcohol, so it’s really a process of withdrawal for people initially.” To combat the temptations, especially when away from home, Hever advises writing down and clearly understanding dietary goals and the reasons for eating this way. “I work with people that are very sick and with elite athletes. Their goals may be different from everyday people that want to have a vacation,” she says. “Do you want to have another heart attack or reactivate your diabetes? No. Are you totally healthy and consciously deciding to splurge once in a while? That can totally fit into a healthy lifestyle. What matters most is choosing to eat whole food, plant-based foods most of the time.” Karlsen recommends always carrying snacks. “Don’t let yourself get too hungry or too tired, because when people are extra hungry or run-down, the reward experience of eating goes up and willpower goes down,” she explains, adding that dried fruit, nuts, rice cakes, individually packaged nut butter and fresh fruits are good portable snacks to carry. At the hotel, microwaveable popcorn, as well as oats and shelf-stable, single-portion almond or soy milk, will help stave off the munchies. “I love granola, not only for breakfast, but also as a snack in the mid-afternoon,” Karlsen says. “Most store-bought granola, however, is akin to food crime. Oats are whole, healthy and cheap, but once oil, sugar and other stuff are added, the commercial product is high in fat, way too sweet and really expensive. The first time I made granola myself, I was amazed at how I didn’t even notice that the oil and sugar weren’t there. It was delicious and so satisfying.” According to both experts, a cooler in the car or a refrigerator at the destination hotel expands the kinds of home-prepared foods that can accompany travelers, including hummus spread over crudités or sprouted, whole-grain crackers, as well as any kind of leftover dishes. They both

tout the convenience and tastiness of nori rolls—a wide variety of ingredients wrapped in a sheet of dried seaweed. Among Karlsen’s favorite nori fillings are tempeh baked with tamari and a little maple syrup, topped with tomato and kale; peanut butter and pickles; avocado rubbed with umeboshi plum vinegar; and sweet potato, avocado, red pepper and thinly sliced carrots. “Food is intertwined in our culture with entertainment, but thinking about food that way doesn’t really serve our biological potential for wellness,” says Karlsen. “People are so accustomed to these highly rewarding, intense foods like buffalo wings, pizza or chocolate cake that they actually don’t know what it feels like to enjoy something that’s simple and unrefined. There’s a lot of enjoyment in healthy eating. The longer you do it, the more it becomes enjoyable.” Carol Sanders is a professional writer and can be reached at GoodEyePress@gmail.com.

Japanese Noritos 2 sheets nori 1 tsp low-sodium miso paste ¼ cup cooked brown rice ½ small Persian cucumber, julienned 1 ½ Tbsp shredded carrots (chard, dandelion greens, kale and/or spinach) 1 tsp low-sodium tamari 1 tsp sesame seeds Place nori sheets on a flat surface. Gently and evenly place miso paste on half of each nori sheet. Add brown rice, Persian cucumber and shredded carrots on top of miso paste. Drizzle with tamari and lightly sprinkle sesame seeds over top. Tightly roll the nori sheets like a burrito from ingredient-filled side. Slice into pieces to make them easier to eat. Courtesy of Julieanna Hever. For more information, visit PlantBasedDietitian.com.

Almond Cinnamon Granola 1 12-oz jar unsweetened applesauce 10 dates, pitted 1 Tbsp vanilla extract 1 tsp cinnamon 6 cups plus 2 Tbsp thick rolled oats 1 cup sliced raw almonds (optional) 1 cup raisins (optional) Blend the applesauce, dates, vanilla, cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of oats in a blender until smooth. In a large bowl, combine the applesauce mixture with the remaining oats. Spread mixture evenly onto dehydrator racks or baking sheets. Cook in a dehydrator set on high (160º F) for 7 to 8 hours or in an oven set at 225º F for 1½ hours until slightly brown and crunchy. If using an oven, make sure to break up the granola and turn it every 15 minutes to ensure even cooking. Once cooked, add almonds and raisins, if desired. Courtesy of Micaela Karlsen.

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins 1 medium banana, mashed 15-oz can sweet pumpkin puree ¼ cup 100 percent pure maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups gluten-free, all-purpose, whole-grain flour blend ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 1 tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp ground nutmeg ¼ tsp ground ginger 1 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (grain-sweetened) Preheat oven to 375° F. In a large bowl, combine mashed banana, pumpkin puree, maple syrup and vanilla. In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger. Transfer dry mixture to large bowl and mix together gently until well combined. Avoid over-mixing to prevent toughness in the final product. Fold in chocolate chips. Spoon batter into silicon muffin cups and bake for 20 minutes or until the muffins are lightly browned. Remove muffins from the oven and let cool for five minutes. Store in an airtight container. Courtesy of Julieanna Hever. For more information, visit PlantBasedDietitian.com. June 2021

INTEGRATIVE HEALTH FOR MEN Natural Approaches for Robust Vitality by Ronica O’Hara

tatistically speaking, living long and well is an uphill battle for most American men. Compared to women, they eat worse, smoke more, drink harder, exercise less and suffer more injuries. They live on average five fewer years than women. At birth, they outnumber women 105 to 100, but by age 60, it’s flipped to 95 to 100. Of the 15 leading causes of death, the only one men don’t lead in is Alzheimer’s, because many of them don’t live long enough to develop it. Men are markedly slow to consult doctors. Seventy-two percent would rather do household chores like cleaning toilets, one survey found, and 37 percent admitted that they withheld information from doctors to avoid hearing a bad diagnosis. When more serious symptoms arise like chest pain or painful urination, they can turn to medical specialists and the latest technology to get heart stents inserted, kidneys flushed out and pain lowered with pharmaceuticals. By then, however, disease can be advanced and the prognosis dimmer. But that “macho man” approach is ebbing as men—especially millennials—increasingly adopt proactive integrative strategies to take control of their health. “As traditional gender roles continue to fade with the times, there will be less of a stigma around men’s health care and we’ll start to see more and more men placing greater importance on their health,” says integrative internist Myles Spar, M.D., co-author of Integrative Men’s Health and chief medical officer of Vault, a men’s health care organization. By dealing head-on with not just a condition’s symptoms, but also with its physical, mental and emotional roots, men can become better equipped to enjoy long years of robust health.

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HEART DISEASE The leading cause of death for men in the U.S., heart disease kills one in four men. Half of those that died suddenly exhibited no previous symptoms. Men develop heart disease 10 years younger than women on average, possibly because estrogen has a protective effect on coronary arteries. Stress, especially in economically beleaguered occupations and areas, takes a toll, as evidenced by rising drug abuse among men nationwide. “Overall, it appears that men’s coping with stressful events may be less adaptive physiologically, behaviorally and emotionally, contributing to their increased risk for coronary heart disease,” concludes a State University of New York at Stonybrook study.

hampered by such conditions as hypertension, diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, insomnia and alcohol use. Although a quarter of new patients with ED are under age 40, mild and moderate ED affects approximately 50 percent of men in their 50s and 60 percent in their 60s. Integrative medicine offers potent strategies such as exercise, weight loss, good sleep and a varied diet, factors that can reverse ED, according to Australian researchers. “Men aren’t ever going to stop eating hotdogs in the name of ‘wellness’, but if you tell a man that eating hotdogs will impact his ability to get erections, he’ll never eat a hotdog again,” says Spar.

SYMPTOMS: chest pain, irregular heartbeat, dizziness, shortness of breath, extreme fatigue, sensations in arms and legs such as pain, swelling, weakness or tingling.

SYMPTOMS: repeated difficulty getting or maintaining an erection, reduced sexual desire.

NEW RESEARCH: Active, 40-ish men that were able to do 40 pushups had a 96 percent lower risk of cardiovascular disease in the next 10 years than men doing less than 10 pushups, a Harvard study concludes. A 10-year study of 134,297 people from 21 countries found that eating six ounces or more each week of processed meat like bacon, sausages and salami was linked to a 46 percent higher risk of cardiovascular disease and a 51 percent higher risk of death.

NEW RESEARCH: In a survey of 12 studies involving 8,300 participants, the longer-lasting erection drug Cialis (tadalafil) beat out Viagra (sildenafil) as the drug of choice by a three to one margin. Cornell researchers found that of the 48 percent of older men in one study with ED, only 7 percent had tried an erection drug, and fewer than half refilled the initial prescription, partly due to unpleasant side effects.

INTEGRATIVE APPROACHES: “An integrative model for heart disease, when done properly, hunts down chronic inflammation in the body wherever it is and attempts to remedy it naturally, which is why we have had so much more success and significantly fewer side effects than conventional medicine,” says naturopathic cardiologist Decker Weiss, of Scottsdale, Arizona, a pioneer in the field. Typically, integrative cardiologists will interview a patient to determine the root causes of inflammation, including diet, physical activity and emotional stress. After targeted lab tests, they may prescribe botanicals along with pharmaceuticals like diuretics and beta blockers to manage fluids and vital signs. They often focus on repairing the gastrointestinal tract with specific probiotics and restoring the endothelium (the inner lining of blood vessels) with nutrients like magnesium, coenzyme Q10 and alpha-lipoic acid. They’ll encourage patients to switch to healthier, plant-based diets; perhaps to undergo a colon, liver or lymph cleanse; and exercise and use stress-reducing practices like meditation or martial arts.

INTEGRATIVE APPROACHES: An integrative strategy typically involves a doctor checking and increasing a man’s testosterone levels if necessary; a thorough checkup and lab tests to detect and treat causes such as diabetes and high cholesterol; and vetting and replacing medications such as antihistamines and blood pressure drugs that might cause ED. For relationship problems, anxiety or depression, a cognitive behavioral therapist might be recommended and mindfulness meditation might be encouraged to reduce stress. A weight-loss plan featuring more produce and less meat is typically suggested: men with a 42-inch waist are 50 percent more likely to have ED than men with a 32-inch waist. Some foods like arginine-rich oatmeal and antioxidant-rich pomegranate juice, as well as supplements like DHEA, L-arginine, zinc and panax ginseng have also proven helpful in studies. Effective exercises include Kegels to strengthen pelvic floor muscles, Pilates to build core strength and aerobic workouts to strengthen blood vessels. Just 30 minutes of walking each day was linked to a 41 percent drop in risk for ED, Harvard researchers found.

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Erectile dysfunction (ED), the inability to get and keep an erection firm enough for sex, often drives a man to seek medical care. An erection—a complex interplay among the brain, hormones, emotions, nerves, muscles and blood vessels—can be

Prostate cancer affects one in eight men, 60 percent of which are over age 65. African American men get prostate cancer younger, have more severe cases and are twice as likely to die from it. Although it’s not as virulent as most other cancers, it

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DEPRESSION

SYMPTOMS: They may be silent or involve frequent urination, weak or interrupted urine flow, urinary leaking, needing to urinate frequently at night, blood in the urine, erectile dysfunction or discomfort when sitting.

SYMPTOMS: Besides anger and irritability, depressed men are more prone to lose weight rather than gain it, become obsessive-compulsive rather than anxious and experience physical problems like headaches, stomach ailments and chronic pain.

Up to one-third of men may experience depression, but it’s marked more by bravado than tears. “Rather than appearing sad, men with depression are more likely to react with anger, self-destructive behavior, self-distraction, or numbing of pain with substance use, gambling, womanizing and workaholism,” concludes a major University of Michigan study in JAMA Psychiatry. Irritability, blowing up at minor annoyances, sudden spells of aggression and risky behaviors are other hallmarks. Men are far less likely than women to seek treatment and four times as likely to die by suicide.

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NEW RESEARCH: The more faithfully that men with localized prostate cancer followed a Mediterranean diet, the better their disease fared, report University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center researchers. Drinking several cups of coffee every day may be linked to a lower risk of developing prostate cancer, suggests a pooled data analysis in the online journal BMJ Open. A new urine test for prostate cancer is so accurate it could have eliminated the need for one-third of biopsies in a recent study of 1,500 patients in the Journal of Urology. INTEGRATIVE APPROACHES: In a 2018 comprehensive review of prostate cancer studies published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, Abrams recommends a plant-based, antioxidant-rich diet that emphasizes cruciferous vegetables, tomatoes, soy, pomegranate, green tea and fish-based omega-3s; limiting meat, sugary drinks and saturated fats; supplementing with vitamin D3 and omega-3s while avoiding selenium and vitamin E; exercising daily, with yoga and tai chi especially providing mind-body benefits; and using acupuncture to manage the side effects of conventional treatments. To combat the anxiety that can arise during the period between a diagnosis and surgery, Abrams suggests stress-reducing therapies like mindfulness training, reiki and support groups.

NEW RESEARCH: Men with moderate to high levels of what Russian researchers call “vital exhaustion”, marked by excessive fatigue, demoralization and irritability, are 16 percent more likely to have a heart attack within 15 years. The risk doubles for men that never married, were divorced or became widowed. INTEGRATIVE APPROACHES: “First, it is important to get a lab screening to rule out low testosterone, vitamin deficiencies, anemia and thyroid problems,” says holistic psychiatrist W. Nate Upshaw, M.D., medical director of NeuroSpaTMS, in Tampa. He also checks for sleep disorders, treats with cognitive behavioral therapy and after getting lab results, suggests such supplements as vitamins B12, D3 and methylfolate. His lab focuses particularly on transcranial magnetic stimulation therapy, which a 2020 Stanford study found to be 90 percent effective in relieving drug-resistant depression. “It restores healthy brain function without medications, and with essentially no side effects,” says Upshaw, adding that the approach is particularly good for men that want to avoid the sexual side effects of antidepressants. Natural health writer Ronica O’Hara can be reached at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

TO LEARN MORE Integrative cancer care: A four-part video lecture series by integrative oncologist Donald Abrams, M.D., of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of California at San Francisco. Osher.ucsf.edu/patient-care/patient-careteam/donald-abrams. 24

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requires monitoring, sometimes for decades, which compels some men to get serious about diet and exercise. “If you hear you have cancer, the rug is pulled out from underneath you and you feel you’ve lost your locus of control to surgeons and other doctors,” says integrative oncologist Donald Abrams, of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of California at San Francisco. “But lifestyle changes are important, useful and have an impact, and they’re something patients themselves have control over and can decide to do.”

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ack of interest, low energy, changes in weight, difficulty concentrating and feelings of worthlessness are some of the symptoms that can occur in varying degrees with depression. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 17.3 million adults in the U.S. experienced at least one major depressive episode in 2017. With the pandemic, the rate tripled, with 27.8 percent of adults reporting symptoms, according to a September 2020 study published in JAMA Network Open. Mainstream medical doctors typically prescribe antidepressant drugs, but the plethora of adverse effects such as anxiety, digestive disturbances, headaches, weight gain and sexual dysfunction can cause additional woes. In addition, efficacy is in question. In The 26

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Emperor’s New Drugs: Exploding the Antidepressant Myth, Irving Kirsch, Ph.D., professor of psychology at the UK University of Hull, declares, “The belief that antidepressants can cure depression chemically is simply wrong.” Antidepressants may merely mask symptoms. “Covering over symptoms is a missed opportunity to resolve the root cause of the problem,” says Manhattan-based holistic psychiatrist Kelly Brogan, author of A Mind of Your Own and co-editor of the textbook Integrative Therapies for Depression. Further, because many depressed people do not receive treatment due to financial, cultural or personal reasons, effective alternative therapies are necessary for improving public health.

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Nature’s Medicine Before starting any treatment, it’s important to verify that depression exists and rule out potential conditions like nutritional deficiencies, low thyroid function, food allergies or other issues. Many people find that herbs provide gentler action and fewer adverse effects than conventional antidepressants. Even some conventional health practitioners are beginning to get on board. Women’s health expert Nicole Galan, RN, wrote in a 2019 article in Medical News Today, “Medications and counseling are conventional ways to alleviate the symptoms of depression. However, some herbs and supplements may also help.” Common herbs include St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum), which has been shown to work about the same as antidepressants for mild and moderate depression; American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) and Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng), which improve mental clarity and energy, and reduce the effects of stress; and saffron (Crocus sativus), which is safe and effective, although expensive. While herbal medicines are available over the counter, it’s important to consult with a doctor or herbalist, as some are not safe in conjunction with other medications or during pregnancy. Homeopathic remedies are more complex, personalized and diluted, but have no contraindications. Lone Pedersen, a certified classical homeopath in Seattle, says that homeopathy treatments are “gentle, safe, non-toxic and side-effect free.”

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Clean Food Improves Mood Several studies have found that eating a poor-quality diet high in processed meat, sweets, fried food, refined cereals and high-fat dairy leads to a higher likelihood of depression. “The single greatest thing anyone can do for their health is to eat whole foods, including organic vegetables, fruits, high-quality proteins, whole grains and healthy fats,” says Dorothy Calimeris, an author and wellness coach in Oakland, whose cookbooks promote anti-inflammatory diets for optimal health. Inflammation has been linked to numerous health issues, including depression. To start an anti-inflammatory diet, eliminate June 2021

foods that commonly trigger inflammation, starting with gluten, soy, corn and the biggest culprit of all, sugar. A 2019 study by University of Kansas researchers and other studies indicate that sugar itself is a trigger for mental health issues. Don’t forget about the “food” the skin absorbs. Switching to organic body care and home cleaning products minimizes exposure to biology-disrupting toxins that have been linked to depression.

Set the Endorphins Free Many studies have shown that exercise reduces the symptoms of depression. Extra boosts come from getting outside to increase levels of vitamin D and exercising with a friend to enhance social support. Just 20 to 30 minutes of activity several times each week improves well-being. The

best news is that any movement helps— walking, tai chi, gardening, dancing—anything that feels good. “Taking a yoga class helps to relieve depression by increasing focus and attention, releasing endorphins and oxytocin, stretching the body, relaxing tension, creating community and adjusting breathing patterns,” says Rose Kress, owner and director of LifeForce Yoga Institute, in Lebanon, Oregon, and author of Awakening Your Inner Radiance with LifeForce Yoga. She recommends determining one enjoyable pose and practicing it every day: “Five minutes a day is enough to make a change.” Julie Peterson writes about wellness and environmental issues and has contributed to Natural Awakenings for more than a decade.

Next Steps “Mental health requires the ‘whole enchilada’, as the saying goes. Bring it all in! I use crystals, music, meditation, chanting, massage, painting, images, vitamins, essential oils, prayer, food, exercise, nature, friends and psychotherapy to remind me that I am already whole. Yoga is just one ingredient in the enchilada of mental health,” says Rose Kress, owner and director of the LifeForce Yoga Institute, in Lebanon, Oregon, and author of Awakening Your Inner Radiance with LifeForce Yoga. “If it brings you a sense of ease around your feelings of depression, use it. If you are not sure, ask your support network for help.” Psychologists, support groups and counselors can be found through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America or by calling 1.800.662.HELP (4357), the national helpline of the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Both are free, confidential referral and information services. Depression can become severe and warrant intervention. If someone is suicidal, stay with them and contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1.800.273.8255, a 24/7 national network of local crisis centers, providing free and confidential emotional support to people in emotional distress. Alternative modalities for depression could fill volumes, and they have. Check these out for more information: n Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety: Nourish Your Way to Better Mental Health in Six Weeks, by Drew Ramsey, M.D. n Ayurveda for Depression: An Integrative Approach to Restoring Balance and

Reclaiming Your Health, by L. Eduardo Cardona-Sanclemente

n How Come They’re Happy and I’m Not?: The Complete Natural Program for

Healing Depression for Good, by Peter Bongiorno, ND

n How to Heal Yourself from Depression When No One Else Can: A Self-Guided

Program to Stop Feeling Like Sh*t, by Amy B. Scher

n Yoga for Depression: A Compassionate Guide to Relieve Suffering Through Yoga,

by Amy Weintraub “While it may take dedication to embody the peace you seek, the glimpse of that peace can be enough to fuel you through the times you want to give up,” adds Kress. 28

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ature adds an extra layer of peace to yoga practiced outdoors. And lucky for us, more yoga studios than ever are moving outside for the summer. We found outdoor yoga classes from Rye to Red Hook, and many more in the planning stages. Tovami Yoga is offerRedtail Power Yoga at Fishkill Farms ing several this month, including Vinyasa Flow at 9 a.m. on June 3 and June 5, at Rye Park, led by Shari Lieberman-Balaish; Soulful Yoga Flow at 6 p.m. on June 4, at Harbor Island, led by Michelle Ganpat; and Kripalu Yoga at 9 a.m. on June 7, also at Harbor Island, led by Franklin Shire. These classes are open level, but space is limited to 15 students, so preregistration is required. There is free parking for all participants. For details and to preregister, visit TovamiYoga.com. Fishkill Farms is hosting all-levels classes with RedTail Power Yoga Saturdays at 9 a.m. through October 9. Class takes place on a flat space on a hillside behind the farm store, overlooking the orchard. On rainy Saturdays, it will take place in a sheltered outdoor location. Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m. at the farm’s CSA pickup window. The cost is $20 per class or $80 for five. Classes must be booked in advance. For more info, call 845.897.4377 or visit FishkillFarms.com. Through October 31, Ascend Yoga offers outdoor yoga with a view Thursdays through Mondays at Boscobel in Garrison. Classes include Ashtanga, Yoga + Meditation, Slow Flow and Vinyasa Level 3. Classes take place in a meadow overlooking the Hudson River. The cost is $25 per class. For tickets and information, visit AscendCenter.com/studio/popups. The Market on the River, in Verplanck, has yoga on Sundays at 10 a.m. through October. Admission and parking for the market are free. For more info, visit LetItShineOnline.com. The O Zone in Red Hook will be offering outside yoga in an idyllic setting later this summer. (Dates weren’t set as we went to press.) Find their class schedule at TheOZoneHV.com. Other places expected to offer outdoor yoga classes this summer include Greenburgh Nature Center (GreenburghNatureCenter.org), in Scarsdale; and Hayfields, (HayfieldsMarket.com), in North Salem. For more outdoor yoga classes, check out the studios listed on this page and online at WakeUpNaturally.com/calendar.

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Yoga in the Adirondacks, LLC 2 Coulter Rd, Bakers Mills, NY 518.251.3015;914.556.8258 yogaintheadirondacks.com

FITNESS Hourglass Women’s Wellness 33 S. Broadway, White Plains HourglassWomenswellness.com 914.831.3800 Peak Life Holistics Holistic Wellness Coaching 13 Edgewood Dr., Somers, NY 914.301.3393 PeakLifeHolistics.com

QIGONG In Balance Concepts Qigong. Tai Chi. Meditation 2505 Rt. 6, St. 108, Brewster 845.803.1992 Inbalancetaichi.com

YOGA STUDIOS BEACON Beacon Yoga Center 464 Main St., Beacon NY 845.440.6452 BeaconYogaCenter.org

CROSS RIVER O2 Living Sanctuary 792 Rt. 35 O2 Living Village 914.763.6320 o2livingsanctuary.com DOBBS FERRY Sacred Spirit Yoga & Healing Arts Center 343 Broadway (on campus of South Presbyterian Church) sacredspirityogacenter.org

TAI CHI StepWISEnow Strength.Flexibility.Balance Online Classes Available 914.292.0602; Stepwisenow.com

TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA Crossover Yoga Project 420 S. Riverside Ave Box #223 914.319.4010 crossoveryogaproject.org

YOGA ASSOCIATIONS Yoga Society of New York Ananda Ashram Monroe, NY 845.782.5575 anandaashram.org Yoga Teachers Association Workshops 2nd Sat. 1:30 pm Via Zoom until further notice ytacommunications@gmail.com ytayoga.com

MAHOPAC Putnam Yoga 30 Tomahawk Street Baldwin Place 845.494.8118 PutnamYoga.com SOMERS Zen Garden Health Coaching & Yoga Edit Babboni; CHC, RYT 200 61 Lakeview Dr., Yorktown Heights, NY 917.721.2529 yoga.zengarden@gmail.com

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Traveling for the Planet Sustainable Ways to Explore the World

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fter more than a year in social isolation, many of us are ready to hit the road, meet new people, fly to exotic locations and enjoy the sights and flavors of anywherebut-here. Although the travel industry is raring to serve pent-up demand, this unprecedented respite can be an opportunity to reset priorities. When choosing hotels, modes of transportation, places to shop and dine, and other activities, consider their sustainability. Tourism need not harm the planet. With proper planning, it can enrich it while benefiting the people living in the places we visit.

Fly Direct and Economy “Flying is the most carbon-intensive thing we can do in our lives,” says Holly Tuppen, author of Sustainable Travel: The Essential Guide to Positive Impact Adventures. To reduce emissions, she recommends flying direct in space-saving economy seats; taking longer, less frequent vacations; and using trains or other overland transportation whenever possible.

Take it Slow In 2010, Tuppen travelled around the world without flying for 20 months. “We walked, biked, sailed across the Atlantic, got on a container ship across the Pacific, took trains, hitchhiked—a whole heap of transport cobbled together,” she recalls. “It’s not that 30

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bucket-list idea of flying into a place, doing everything quickly and ticking off experiences. With slow travel, you’re letting the journey be part of the experience and inevitably, you meet more people along the way.”

Don’t Overdo It In another eco-friendly aspect of that excursion, Tuppen visited places that weren’t tourism hotspots. “From Venice to Bali to Mexico, there are examples of places that before the pandemic had too many visitors—more than the infrastructure could handle,” she says. “That’s a massive problem, because it harms the life of local people. When the cruise industry started to stop in Dubrovnik, Croatia, for example, local amenities like hairdressers and grocery stores became souvenir shops.”

Keep it Local According to Tuppen, the needs of locals should take precedence over those of tourists. A related problem is tourism economic leakage. “If you spend $2,000 on a trip to Thailand, my hope would be that I’d be contributing $2,000 to the economy in Thailand, but in reality, the way that the tourism supply chain is set up, a huge proportion of that money will end up in the hands of international companies,” she explains. “Ideally, we should be looking

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Eco lodge in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica for accommodations, experiences, stores, restaurants that are all locally owned rather than being part of an international chain. If you’re booking a hotel, 70 percent or more of the workforce should be local.”

Pack for a Purpose To help travelers express their gratitude to a community for their hospitality, Rebecca Rothney founded PackForAPurpose.org, which lists items locals need and the accommodations and tour companies that deliver them to more than 450 community projects worldwide. Travelers dedicate a portion of their luggage space to carry in-kind donations and drop them off when they arrive at their hotel or meet their tour guide. Common items are medical and school supplies, as well as crafting materials for women to make and sell items like jewelry and trinkets, providing money to pay for their children’s education. “A stethoscope weighs less than a kilo, but it can touch 10,000 hearts,” she says.

Book Kind Hotels Finding sustainable accommodations can be challenging and time-consuming, but KindTraveler.com is helping to change that. Recognized by Travel + Leisure as a 2020 Global Vision Award recipient, the hotel booking platform offers exclusive rates and perks from vetted, Earth-friendly accommodations when travelers make a nightly donation to a local charity that positively impacts the community visited. “A $10 donation will provide care for a rescue kitten for one month in Belize, clean 250 pounds of trash out of a waterway in Sonoma, California, or provide 40 nutritious meals to individuals in need in New York City,” says co-founder Jessica Blotter. There are hundreds of participating hotels in 22 countries benefitting 70 global charities with an emphasis on fighting poverty, advancing environmental sustainability and reducing inequalities in communities. “It’s a way to connect, feel good and have meaningful experiences, knowing that your travel dollars are leaving the destination better than before you arrived,” Blotter says. Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com. June 2021

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Simple Acts Can Change the World by Julie Peterson

t’s easy to feel small and helpless in a world full of big problems, but there are simple, daily actions we can take to change it for the better.

BE THE CHANGE. If the park needs more shade, ask permission to plant a tree. If there is trash on the sidewalk, pick it up. An eyesore building could be a community art project. The possibilities are endless. Sometimes the very things that we complain about can be turned into action items, improving conditions for everyone. Fix something. CHOOSE GRATITUDE. It’s difficult to miss the news as it pops up on phones, computers and TV. But media outlets can offer a repetitive loop of negativity and conflict. When exposed to this for hours, it can erode faith in humanity and hope for the future. To prevent feeling a sense of soul-crushing doom, we must tune out of the constant chatter. Select 30 minutes every other day to read news. We will become more positive if we spend the former news time listening to music or writing in a gratitude journal. Appreciate the good.

meal or help with chores. Offer time without expectation of a reward. Random acts of kindness can be done anonymously: pay the toll for the next car, deliver a care package, donate supplies to a local nonprofit or simply smile at strangers. Give freely. Every time we fix, appreciate, respect and give with a genuine heart, there is a ripple effect. Everyone we touch feels better. Moving forward, these people likely will be kinder to others. Envision each genuine act pouring forth like a wave of light, gathering momentum as others add their light. Imagine it can wash over the Earth, touching everyone. We can make a difference. Start now. Julie Peterson is a Random Acts of Kindness activist (RAKtivist.com), an assistant to the Wisconsin Kindness Angel and an advisor for Kindness Bank, a nonprofit invested in improving community health and well-being.

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FIND COMPASSION. When there is no shortage of road rage, angry customers and political divisiveness, don’t engage. We never know what another person has gone through in life or earlier that day. Don’t be a judge; be a vector to peace. Let the driver merge, let others be right, let our buttons get pushed without escalating the situation. Loving kindness for others involves wishing them health, happiness and safety. It doesn’t need to be outwardly expressed; it can be an internal thought. Respect everyone. BE KIND. Perhaps there is someone that would appreciate a 32

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s we recover from the uniquely stressful events of the past year, Reiki can be a powerful natural tool for relieving lingering depression, says Laura DeToia, a certified Reiki II practitioner who specializes in helping and healing people with mental health conditions. Reiki is a Japanese form of energy healing. DeToia uses use a technique called palm (or handson) healing, through which a Laura DeToia “universal energy” is transferred through her palms to the client in order to encourage emotional or physical healing. She calls Reiki “a very simple yet profound technique” for combatting conditions like stress and depression. “For depression I work on the seventh chakra, which is the crown chakra,” she says. While doing energy work on people with mental health conditions, DeToia doesn’t talk to them. “I do the symbols on them and I let the energy do the work,” she explains. “Usually when you do Reiki with the symbols, the universal energy knows where to go to heal the person.” Relieving stress allows the body to use energy more effectively and to support its natural healing processes, she says. “Whether you are feeling stressed out from daily life or you have a chronic disease made worse by stress, Reiki can help calm the parasympathetic nervous system, giving your body time to rest and heal,” she says. As owner of Merkaba Peace Reiki Services, DeToia works with people in their homes in Putnam, Westchester and Dutchess counties, providing energy healing through 30-minute one-onone sessions and offering long-distance Reiki to those for whom in-person sessions aren’t an option. She’s also a public speaker for the National Alliance of the Mentally Ill, having volunteered for NAMI Winchester’s In Our Own Voice Program for 10 years. In addition to earning Reiki I and II certification from Universal Healing Arts Connection, in Cortlandt Manor, DeToia has a master’s degree in early childhood and elementary education. She’s been a Reiki practitioner for five years. She donates a percentage of the proceeds of each Reiki session to charity, to support mental health education. For more info, call 914.645.7704, email Detoialaura@gmail.com or visit MerkabaPeace.com.

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Backyard Workouts Good for Mind and Body

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oth gardeners and researchers know that tilling the soil can lower stress and uplift the mood, and gardening can also foster fitness, burn calories and support heart health. By offering an opportunity for moderate intensity exercise, it provides a challenging workout with aerobic benefits. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, light yardwork can help burn 330 calories an hour, so using a trowel, pruning bushes and putting down some mulch can go a long way toward realizing this benefit. Heavy yard work, like hauling buckets of dirt and moving rocks, burns 440 calories an hour. Time spent in the garden can be a dynamic fitness investment, whether it’s for 10 minutes or two hours. “Gardening is a full-body workout that uses every muscle. There’s bending and squatting, carrying and lifting, digging, walking and reaching high,” says Pollyanna Hale, the British author of The Fit Mum Formula. “Another benefit to gardening is that you can go at your own pace.” 34

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Power Up Outside Staying active fortifies the immune system, and gardening provides a way to work out while working the earth. Cynthia Miller, a seasoned bodyworker and passionate gardener for 30 years in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, attests to the fitness challenge. “Gardening can involve many forms of physical activity, including carrying plants, hoeing, shoveling, lugging buckets of compost, pulling weeds, bending, kneeling and constantly getting up and down. Initially, in the spring, there may

be a lot more intense physical labor involved to get a garden started, especially if you need to break ground. Keeping up with the weeding can be a good workout in and of itself.” Hale emphasizes working within the scope of our personal fitness level and taking advantage of outdoor perks. “The fresh air and sunshine you get in your garden are benefits not found in a sweaty gym,” she says. “Many people are deficient in vitamin D, which we get primarily from sun exposure. Even if it’s cloudy outside, you’ll still be getting some benefits.”

Aerobic Gardening With mindfulness, gardening can be a self-paced power workout, especially when muscle groups are treated equally. “Incorporate some stretches when you’re raking and cleaning up before your session. Engage your core and pull your abs in tight during your movements,” recommends Chicago-based Stephanie Mansour, host of the weekly national PBS health and fitness show Step It Up with Steph. Mansour highlights the power of raking and underscores that any gardening session can become more aerobic by adding quicker movements. “Move quickly with your upper body to get in cardio. Moving faster will get your heart rate going and will help you burn calories. Another strategy to incorporate cardio into your gardening is to encourage yourself to stand up after each flower you plant or run in place for 10 seconds with each task completion.”

Yoga in the Garden Incorporating some asanas adds another dimension to garden fitness, offsetting potential bodily discomforts from hours of work. A yoga mat can be used outside to protect from wet or muddy ground. “Additionally, you may find yourself in uncomfortable positions while gardening. Kneeling or squatting can cause aches and pains,” explains Mansour. “I suggest transforming these positions into yoga movements. You can garden in a modified low lunge position, with one leg behind you and the other foot forward, resting on the knee of your back leg while getting a hip flexor stretch in the front leg. While on your knees, put one leg out to the side so that you’re resting just on one knee and stretching the inner thigh and hamstring of your extended leg.” Depending upon climate and personal ambition, garden workouts can nourish in other ways, as well. “Once you feel the physical and mental benefits of an hour outside in nature, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it more often,” says Hale. Miller agrees. “There is nothing like getting your hands in the soil to literally ground you. Nature calms our nervous systems. Watching the tiny seeds you planted burst forth and grow into something you can harvest is a miracle like none other.” Marlaina Donato is a body-mind-spirit author and recording artist. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com. June 2021

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Create a Dog-Friendly Yard Plants, Paths and Play Areas to Wag a Tail by Karen Shaw Becker

ackyards can be sanctuaries, filled with gardens and landscaping. For homeowners with dogs, consider “dogscaping”. It’s a term coined by landscape designer Maureen Gilmer of Palm Springs, California, who wrote the e-book The Dog-Scaped Yard. Gilmer points out that nobody asks Fido his opinion on how to landscape the yard, “yet he spends more time there than anyone else.” The yard should be a safe and secure place for the family dog, so fencing may be necessary to give ample room to roam. Lawn chemicals on grass are linked to cancer in dogs, so those are best avoided. Some people choose to go beyond grass to create a rich environment for the dog to explore. Gilmer recommends planting a meadow, complete with tall grasses and perennials, where the prized pet can investigate the terrain. Low troughs of wheat grass are good for a dog to nibble on and may discourage him from chewing on ornamental flowers and plants. Some dogs also enjoy rose hips from Rosa rugosa plants.

Flea-Repelling Herbs Many herbs were once known as “fleabane” because they could repel fleas. Plant a fleabane garden to discourage these pests from moving in and finding the dogs. “When my dog Dot rubs against them, I can smell the aromatic oils on her fur,” Gilmer notes. Suitable plants for this garden include pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium), wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), tansy (Tanacetum vulgare), fleawort (Erigeron canadense), rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), sweet bay (Laurus nobilis) and eucalyptus. The plants can also be dried and added to a dog’s bedding for a more natural flea repellant. When choosing the best locations for herbs and flowers, consider keeping about 18 inches around the border of the yard free from plants. Because dogs regularly tend to patrol the boundary of their territory, any plants on this trail may get trampled.

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Dogs love to dig, but if it has become a problem, it could be because the dog is trying to uncover a cool spot to rest. Gilmer recommends being proactive by digging a shallow pit where a dog can comfortably fit in a shady spot. Line it with sand to prevent it from turning into a mud pit and keep it damp. In warm weather, a dog can retreat to this cooling-off spot.

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A plastic kiddie pool can be a welcome addition for dogs to escape the summer heat. To incorporate it into the landscape, dig out an area and set it into the ground. Another thoughtful addition is a post where a dog can mark his territory to his heart’s content. A large piece of driftwood or an upright log works well for this purpose. Logs are also useful as borders along planted areas where the dog is meant to stay out. Pathways for the dog to run through are also important, as dogs will create their own routes if they are allowed to. Turn the walkways into proper paths by widening them to three feet. Consider creating a designated area in the yard for the dog to relieve himself. When planting flowerbeds, put sturdier plants such as ornamental grasses at the edge, while putting more fragile plants in the middle, where a dog is less likely

to run over them. Choose plants that are sturdy, but soft, without thorns or spines that could scrape a pet. A doggy play area will also be much appreciated by a pup. Define it by using logs or stone blocks, then set out a few of the dog’s favorite toys for him to discover. For dogs that like to dig, teaching him that this is his play spot where it’s acceptable can save the gardens. Many four-legged diggers enjoy having a sand pit or designated dig spot where they can express this natural behavior. By paying careful attention to the plants and features in the yard, the perfect petfriendly environment can be created. 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. Learn more at DrKarenBecker.com.

Plants to Avoid in Pet Yards An outdoor area for pets must be free of hazards that could cause illness. This includes cocoa bean mulch, which contains the chemical compounds theobromine and caffeine, which are highly toxic to dogs and can be fatal. Specific plants can also be poisonous to pets and can cause a variety of conditions, including diarrhea, vomiting, internal bleeding, respiratory distress, seizures, organ damage or failure, coma or death. Research any plants in the yard for safety, and be sure to keep the yard clear of the following poisonous plants, as compiled by the Pet Poison Helpline, to create a backyard that’s both fun and safe for pets: Autumn Crocus Azalea Cyclamen Daffodils Dieffenbachia

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Kidney, Liver, Lymph: Essential Detox Pathways – 7-8pm. With Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician. Free online lecture through the Pawling Free Library. Registration is required. Contact the library: 845.855.3444 or register online: PawlingFreeLibrary.org.

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Taught without any western influence. Standardized curriculum by the Jikiden Reiki Institute, Kyoto, Japan preserves original teachings. For more info, or to register call 914.588.4079 or visit balancing4life.com

TUESDAY, JUNE 1 Sharp Again Naturally’s Small Group Program – 12pm via Zoom. Work with a professional health coach in a supportive online setting to identify and begin to modify lifestyle factors impacting brain health. 8 sessions. Info: sharpagain.org. Beekeepers Association Meeting – 7pm. Topic: Hive Inspections. Regardless of level of expertise, the goal of this group is to share apiary experiences and knowledge while mentoring or supporting each other. For non-members, there is a drop-in rate of $15. Info: stonykill.org/programs/beekeepers.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2 Nature Walk and Guided Outdoor Meditation Description – 12pm. With Cindy Olsen, Pause to be Present teacher and local naturalist who leads participants into the forest and in a guided meditation. $25. Greenburgh Nature Center. Info: greenburghnaturecenter.org. Tai Chi with Sifu Gary Renza – 7pm. Offered every Wednesday. 4 classes for $75 or $20 per class. Register: universalhealigarts.com or call 914.737.HEAL.

THURSDAY, JUNE 3 Barre/HIIT with Cecily – 9:30-10:30am. Ascend Yoga at Boscobel series kicks off. Yoga classes offered 5 days a week through October 31 in Boscobel’s stunning West Meadow overlooking the Hudson River. $25/class. Tickets/info: ascendcenter. com/studio/popups. Quit with Quinn, Addiction-Free Naturally – 6pm, lasts 30-45 minutes. Quit with Quinn addiction cessation treatments bring remarkable, fast and sustainable results for overcoming all sorts of addictions. Q & A regarding smoking, alcohol, sugar, overeating, weight loss. Free. Details: 914.473.2015; quitwithquinn.com.

Ascend Yoga at Boscobel kicks off June 3, with classes 5 days a week. See NB page 8.

FRIDAY, JUNE 4 Feminine Fridays – Zoom. A new series with Amy Lee Flower, founder of Shanti students. Amy is exuberant, joyful and helps people stay centered on the things that are important in life – like ourselves. $20/session. Register: universalhealigarts.com or call 914.737.HEAL.

SATURDAY, JUNE 5 Farm Yoga at Fishkill Farms – 9-10am. Saturdays through Oct. Arrive by 8:45am to allow time for checking in. Rain or shine. Yoga with RedTail Power Yoga. All levels welcome. $20 in advance. Fishkill Farms, 9 Fishkill Farm Rd, Hopewell Junction. Info: 845.897.4377; FishkillFarms.com. Destination Hastings Welcome Back Saturday – 6-10pm. Outdoor dining in Downtown Hastings, live music at VFW. Sidewalk sale during the day. Warburton Avenue will be closed for traffic. Info: Destinationhastings.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 6 Bicycle Sundays – 10am–2pm. 6/6, 13, 20 & 27; 7/11, 18 & 25; 8/1, 8, 15, 22 & 29; 9/12, 19 & 26; 10/3, 17, 24 & 31. During Bicycle Sundays, the Bronx River Parkway from White Plains to Yonkers is open exclusively for bicyclists, in-line skaters, scooters, walkers and joggers. Admission is free. Info: rivertownsguide.com/bicycle-sundays Jikiden Reiki 1 Shoden Certificate Class – 10am5pm (6/6 & 6/13). Anne Bentzen teaches original, unaltered Reiki to relieve stress, pain, inflammation, anxiety. Course includes energy basics, history, 3 Reiki activations, supervised practice and more. Tuition: $350. Class size 5. 137 East Lake St., West Harrison. Info: 914.588.4079; Balancing4life.com. Free Guided Hike in Mt. Kisco – 2-4pm. See Westmoreland like never before and learn about their diverse, native wildlife and vibrant ecosystems. Hikes limited to 10. 260 Chestnut Ridge Road, Mount Kisco. Info: 914.666.8448; westmorelandsanctuary.org.

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Quit with Quinn, Addiction-Free Naturally – 6pm, lasts 30-45 minutes. Quit with Quinn addiction cessation treatments bring remarkable, fast and sustainable results for overcoming all sorts of addictions. Q & A regarding smoking, alcohol, sugar, overeating, weight loss. Free. Details: 914.473.2015; quitwithquinn.com. New Moon at Universal Healing Arts – 8pm. With Jay Deutsch who does Self love and Mindset coaching. He brings a New Moon event that will be interactive and thoroughly enjoyable. $15. Register: universalhealigarts.com or call 914.737.HEAL.

FRIDAY, JUNE 11 Smudge Fan Workshop – 6:30pm. The Smudge Fan is a tool used to move, clear, or dispel unwanted energies from self and space. Bring any special items to incorporate into this sacred tool. Materials included. $40. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 West Main St., Pawling. RSVP: 845.493.0432.

SATURDAY, JUNE 12 Fresh and Saltwater Whatsits – 1pm. Seining at the Sanctuary. Participants will dip nets and a long seining net to catch, study and release creatures. Hands-on experience for the whole family. Free. Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Playland Parkway, Rye. Register/Info: westchestergov.com. Our Spiritual Gathering & More! “Book Club” – 1pm. A new group starting to share spiritual experiences and growth through conversation and a book of the group’s choice. Group will discuss which books and topics. Donation. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 West Main St., Pawling. RSVP: 845.493.0432. Practice to Empower Personal Possibilities – 1:30-4:30pm. With Paula Heitzner. Learn from a treasured local yoga master how «a purposeful practice perfects.» $45 members/$65 nonmembers in advance. Via Zoom. Info: Audrey Brooks: 914.582.7816. ytayoga.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 13 Living with Heart and Soul Part 1 Advanced Energy Healing Class – With Bernadette Bloom. Topics will include spiritual initiations, cranial neuroanatomy, the emotional and motor brain, the subtle bodies, and more. Chappaqua or virtually via Zoom. Info: 239.289.3744; theesotericbloom.com.

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Meditation & Tea with Diane – 1pm. 6/13, 6/20, 6/27. Work with opening and balancing the chakras and connecting and working with Spirit Guides and Animal Spirit Guides. Share mini readings; bring a tarot deck or use one there. $20. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 West Main St., Pawling. Info: AngelAuraBoutique.com. RSVP: 845.493.0432.

TUESDAY, JUNE 15 WHN Meeting: NY Cannabis Legalization – A Holistic Perspective with Shira Adler. Westchester Holistic Network – 6:30-8:30pm. Teleconference: Preregister to attend: WestchesterHolisticNetwork.org. Virtual: Healthier Living Through Better Nutrition, Diet and Exercise – 7:30-8:30pm. Chef, registered dietitian nutritionist and certified personal trainer, provides tips and answer questions about all things cooking, nutrition and exercise to help build a personalized and sustainable approach to comprehensive wellness. Info: somerslibrary.org.

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October 22-24, 2021 Charming Beach Cottage in Lyme, CT. Tuition: $525: Includes lodging, meals and refreshments from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon Presented by: Cynthia M Chase, Reiki Master/Teacher. For more info go to cynthiamchase.com or email: cynthiamchase@gmail.com

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Hastings Flea – 10am-4pm. Enjoy meeting vendors with home goods, collectibles, vintage items, crafts, jewelry, clothing, handmade and artisan gifts for everyone. Also food truck treats, face painting, psychic and other surprises. Free. Hastings-onHudson Metro-North commuter parking lot. Info: 646.709.4308; thehastingsflea.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 18

Jikiden Reiki Okuden Certificate Class – 10am6pm. Shihan Jan Mizushima teaches psychological treatment, distant Reiki, shirushi symbols, 2 Reiki activations. Prerequite: Shoden $400 or $100 review. 137 East Lake St., West Harrison. Info: 914.588.4079; Balancing4life.com.

A Spirit Circle – 6:30pm. A small group where Diane and guest Psychic Mediums will give messages, guidance, and spiritual healing. Limited to 10 participants. $20. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 West Main St., Pawling. Info: AngelAuraBoutique. com. RSVP: 845.493.0432.

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Summer Solstice Celebration & Introduction to Kinship with Nature Workshops – 8:30-10:30am. Discover the magic of communicating with Nature. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation. Free. Info: Cathy Carter 646.584.3540; creatingsacredplaces.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 24 Quit with Quinn, Addiction-Free Naturally – 6pm, lasts 30-45 minutes. Quit with Quinn addiction cessation treatments bring remarkable, fast and sustainable results for overcoming all sorts of addictions. Q & A regarding smoking, alcohol, sugar, overeating, weight loss. Free. Details: 914.473.2015; quitwithquinn.com.

Bicycle Sundays start June 6.

MONDAY, JUNE 28 Westmoreland Survive the Wild Camp 1 – 9am-3pm. 6/28-7/1. Naturalists teach campers emergency preparedness and wilderness survival skills to navigate and understand the natural environment. Half-day option available. 260 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Mount Kisco. Info: 914.666.8448; westmorelandsanctuary.org.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY WHITE PLAINS – START YOUR OWN FITNESS BUSINESS. Attention all fitness instructors and personal trainers. We are seeking instructors and trainers that want to start a business in our large and safe facility. Call for more information: 914.831.3800.

FOR SALE $279,000 WESTCHESTER CHARMING 2 BEDROOM/ 1 BATH HOME – In historic, friendly community. Private/Quiet. Low monthly carrying costs. See Zillow Ad – 30 Campwoods Grounds Ossining, NY.

HELP WANTED MAINTENANCE WORKER – Green Chimneys is looking for an Maintenance Worker (Handyman). Must have the ability to work independently as well as well-versed in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, grounds keeping or at least have three out of the four trades. Proficient in at least one trade for two plus years is required. Apply at greenchimneys. org/careers or email employment@greenchimneys. org with resume.

SALON ASSISTANT/STYLIST – Fresh Organic Salon is looking to hire a salon assistant/stylist who is motivated, flexible, hardworking, looking to learn organic color and GROW! Email Maureen@ freshorganicsalon.com for inquiries.

VENDORS FARMERS, GROWERS AND MAKERS wanted for The Market on the River in Verplanck opening Mother’s Day. GatheringLove.org.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 26 Angel Aura’s Summer Psychic & Wellness Fair – 11:30-6:30pm. Psychic mediums, Angel Oracle and tarot card readings. $40. 15-Minute Readings. Reiki healing, CBD products, oils, crystals and more. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 West Main St., Pawling. Info: AngelAuraBoutique.com. RSVP: 845.493.0432.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE POSITION – Custom Candle Co is seeking those with 2-3 years of experience in the Customer Service Field. Please send resume to marcie@customcandleco.com or call 914.218.8357.

TUESDAY, JUNE 22 Allergies & Asthma: An Ayurvedic Approach – 7-8pm. With Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician. Free online lecture through the Desmond-Fish Public Library, Garrison. Registration is required. Contact the library: 845.424.3020 or register online: DesmondFishLibrary.org.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Stray HELP, a 501c3 cat rescue, needs your skillset: humane trapping, adoption events and marketing among others. Contact ann@strayhelp.org or call 845.488.5211 for more information.

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markyourcalendar The Market on the River! Sundays through October 77 Riverview Ave. Verplanck, NY 10596 Outdoor Yoga at 10 AM Produce, Honey, Farm Fresh Eggs! Transformational Weekend Retreat. See Mark Your Calendar Box on page 39.

LetItShineOnLine.com “gathering love and giving it away”

sunday Rye 2021 Down to Earth Farmers Market – 8:30am-2pm. 5/9-12/5. In the parking lot off Theodore Fremd Avenue, behind the Purchase Street stores. Info: DownToEarthMarkets.com. The Market on the River – 8:30am-12:30pm. Opening May 9. Sundays through August. Growers, makers, artists and vintage collectors will be set up along the water’s edge.Parking and admission are free. 77 Riverview Ave., Verplanck. Vendor info: GatheringLove.org. Irvington Farmers Market – 9:30am-1pm. May 9 & 23. Main Street School parking lot, 101 Main St, Irvington. Info: irvmkt.org. Bicycle Sundays – 10am–2pm. 6/6, 13, 20 & 27; 7/11, 18 & 25; 8/1, 8, 15, 22 & 29; 9/12, 19 & 26; 10/3, 17, 24 & 31. The Bronx River Parkway is open exclusively for bicyclists, walkers and joggers. Info: rivertownsguide.com/bicycle-sundays. Beacon Farmers Market – 10am-3pm. May through Nov. 21. DMV parking lot, 223 Main Street, Beacon. Info: beaconfarmersmarket.org. Rhinebeck Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. 2021 opening day is May 2. Runs through Dec. Located outside at the municipal parking lot. Info: Rhinebeckfarmersmarket.com Hudson Valley Farmers Market- 10am-3pm. Year round. A one stop shop farmers market with fresh Hudson Valley products. 227 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook. Info: GreigFarm.com; 845.758.1234. Sundays at 11 – 11am. Weekly Zoom call for women to share healthy ideas. Free, donations accepted. Info: Gatheringlove.org/the-pantryinglove.org. Afternoon Tea & Meditation – 1pm. With Diane. Tea, conversation, guided Meditation followed by messages from tarot or oracle decks, good conversation and fun. Walk-ins welcome or by Zoom. $20. Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, 12 W Main St, Pawling. 845.493.0432. AngelAuraBoutique.com.

monday Virtual YogaShine for Adults – 9:15-10:45am. Kripalu-based, gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, developing consciousness, curiosity, and compassion. Individual attention. First class free. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com. Virtual YogaShine for Pre-Teens and Teens – 5-6pm. Gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, Kripalubased, developing consciousness, curiosity, strength, and compassion. Individual attention. First class free. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com. PULSE Call of Hope – 8-8:30pm. With Janet Catalina. Monday evening from PULSE Call of Hope to help participants through the Covid Pandemic and envision an even better future for self and the world. Free. Info: Email catalina.janet@gmail.com.

tuesday Green Street Radio Conversations on Healthy & Sustainable Living – 10am. With Patti and Doug Wood, produced by Grassroots Environmental Education on WBAI-FM in New York and streaming live around the world at WBAI.org. GreenStreetRadio.com. Rocks with Rhi – 6:30pm. Join Rhianna Mirabello for a half hour lecture on Crystals. The study will change for each week. Free. Facebook Live @dreaminggoddess. Info: 845.473.2206; DreamingGoddess.com. New Beginner/Intermediate Hatha Yoga Zoom Class – 7pm. Cost: $10/1 hour class/week. For details, call Michael at 914.705.1217 between 9 am to 8 pm.

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wednesday Virtual YogaShine for Adults, – 9-10:30am. Kripalu-based, gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, developing consciousness, curiosity, and compassion. Individual attention. First class free. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com. Midweek Rhi-View – Noon. Live on Facebook. Weekly check-in with Rhianna Mirabello. Topics range from Manifestation How-To’s, SelfCare Check In’s, or current Astrology to personal musings and current events. Dreaming Goddess. Info: DreamingGoddess.com. Winter Market at the Valley –1:30-5:30pm. The Farmers Market at The Valley will be held indoors at the Jefferson Valley Mall near the food court on Wednesdays until June 2. 650 Lee Blvd. Yorktown Heights. Info: Facebook.com/ TheValleyFarmersMarket. Sound Healing Meditation – 6-7pm. Connect to the body and receive the healing vibrations of the sound resonance thru bowls, chimes and drumming and more. $20. The Healing Collective NY. Preregistration required: schedulicity.com/scheduling/ AIMDL2. Info: thehealingcollectiveny.com.

thursday Journaling with Jen - 12-12:30pm. With Jen Convissor. Online accountability, information and support for starting and maintaining a holistic journaling practice. Free. The Healing Collective NY. Info/register: instagram.com/liveworkwellness/. Virtual YogaShine for Adults – 7-8:30pm. Kripalu-based, gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, developing consciousness, curiosity, and compassion. Lots of individual attention. First class free. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com.

friday New Rochelle 2021 Down to Earth Farmers Market – Opens starting June 11. Fridays, 9am2pm (6/11 - 11/19). Location: Thomas Paine Cottage Museum, North Avenue and Broadview, New Rochelle. Info: DownToEarthMarkets.com. Virtual Chair YogaShine, Super Gentle, for Senior Adults and Adults with Special Needs/ Health and Recovery concerns – 10-11am. Gentle and strengthening, calming the nervous system, heart-centered, Kripalu-based, developing curiosity, flexibility, and compassion. Individual attention. First class free. Vitalah Simon. Zoom invitation: 914.769.8745, yogashine.com. Gentle Accessible Yoga – 10am. Zoom. Class is geared towards seniors or anyone dealing with limitations or injuries but still want to practice and improve strength. $16/drop in. Hudson River Yoga. Info: 845.797.0640; hudsonriveryoga.com.

The Pantry at The Museum – 12-4 pm. Free food for all, shoppers choose their selections. Everyone is welcome. Operated by Let It Shine Inc. 137 Seventh Street, Verplanck. Info: Gatheringlove.org.

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saturday Cold Spring Farmers’ Market – 8:30-1pm. Outdoors in the Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 NY-9D, Garrison Info: csfarmmarket.org. Chappaqua farmers market – 8:30am-1pm. Opens May 8. Located at the South Lot, Chappaqua train station. Info: chappaquafarmersmarket.org. Larchmont 2021 Down to Earth Farmers Market – 8:30am-1pm (04/24 - 12/18). At the front of the Metro-North upper lot, Chatsworth Ave/Myrtle Blvd. Larchmont. Info/updates: DownToEarthMarkets.com. Ossining Farmers Market – 8:30am-1pm. YearRound. Near the corner of Spring and Main Streets. Info/updates: downtoearthmarkets.com. Pleasantville Farmers Market – 8:30am-1pm. Through Nov. Metro-North Parking Lot, 10 Memorial Plaza, Pleasantville. Information: pleasantvillefarmersmarket.org. Pawling Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. Market season officially starts June 12. In the village but now in the green north of the Chamber of Commerce. Information: pawlingfarmersmarket.org. Peekskill Farmers Market – 9am-2pm. Opening day is June 5. One Bank Street, Peekskill. Info: 914.734.5192. John Jay Homestead Farmer Market – 9am2pm. Returning May 1. Location: 400 Jay St, Katonah. Info: johnjayhomestead.org. Kingston Farmers Market – 9am-2pm. County Courthouse parking lot, entrances on John St and Wall St. Info: Kingstonfarmersmarket.org. Hastings Farmer’s Market – 9:30am-1pm. 1st & 3rd Saturdays. Zinsser Commuter Lot, 131 Southside Ave. Information: hastingsfarmersmarket.org. Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow Farmers Market, The TaSH – 9:30am-12:30am. May 8. Tarrytown Commuter Lot F (near Losee Field and the Tarrytown Marina. The TaSH returns weekly to Patriots Park on May 29. Info: tashfarmersmarket.org. Millerton Farmers Market – 10am-2pm. Located at Millerton Methodist Church, at the corner of Dutchess Ave and Main Street. Info: neccmillerton. org/farmers-market. The LISA Boutique – Fridays 12-4pm, Saturdays & Sundays 11am-2pm. Beautiful and useful treasures for the home in excellent condition. Donations of clean, vintage and “like new” items in excellent condition accepted only by appointment. Upstairs, 137 Seventh Street Verplanck. Info: Gatheringlove. org/l-i-s-a-boutique. Hudson Valley Farmers Market- 10am-3pm. Year round. A one stop shop farmers market with fresh Hudson Valley products. 227 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook. Info: GreigFarm.com; 845.758.1234. Yoga Teachers Association Workshops – 2nd Sat. Open to teachers and students, members and nonmembers. Via Zoom until further notice. Info: ytayoga.com. 914.582.7816.

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Astrology with Pamela Cucinell Hot Times

Mercury retrograde for a few weeks emphasizes care with communications and electronic purchases. Opportunities pop June 1. Intuition increases June 2, but consider the message to comprehend it. Purge any toxic emotions the morning of June 3 or anticipate possible eruptions later. Proceed with care on June 4, when fast actions can lead to confrontations. Tempers simmer June 5; choose your battles. Take your time and savor scents and tastes on June 6—practice measured breath.

Act on Inspiration

On June 7, wishes come true, especially if you’ve done your homework. Focused productivity in the morning on June 8 allows time to explore ideas in the p.m. Gather your thoughts and finish tasks at dark of moon June 9. The June 10 Gemini new moon / solar eclipse awakens visions and creativity. Allow them to take shape in your mind and heart. Alliances and invitations flow June 11. Love in all forms washes away old wounds on June 12.

A Light Touch

Emotional needs demand attention June 13. Projects in motion thrive on June 14, and productivity increases late in the day. A playful approach, glamour and/or romance light up June 15. Fresh perspective augments therapeutic work and service on June 16. Sit with confusion on June 17; the way will be revealed.

Fog Lingers

Fast alliances require deceleration on June 18 as commitment deepens. It’s worth another run through, discussion and clarification on June 19; banish assumptions. Jupiter retrograde on the summer solstice indicates several months of limited speculation; shore resources. Intuition hits the mark June 21. Mixed messages confuse on June 22, although Mercury direct promises clarity in time. Avoid contracts on June 23, in spite of high enthusiasm.

Reckoning

Take stock on the June 24 Capricorn full moon. Any sense of lack on June 25 requires evaluation and adjustment. Optimism and connections increase by late morning June 26. Possibilities percolate June 27, when conversation vets the quality. The real deal shines on June 28; respond to opportunity. Like minds move with ease June 29; if someone is out of synch with a willingness to adjust, relationships deepen. On June 30, the less logic employed, the greater the leap. Pamela Cucinell offers a spiritual astrological perspective for the massive changes of our time, as well as guidance through private sessions and podcasts. For more information, contact her at 917.796.6026 or pamela@insightoasis.com, or visit InsightOasis.com and ActiveSpirituality.Life. See ad, page 16.

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BEHAVIORAL OPTOMETRY

Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email Dana-NA@WakeUpNaturally.com to request our media kit.

ACCOUNTING/TAX SERVICES STERNBACH & ROSE, CPAS 115 E. Stevens Ave, Suite 100 Valhalla, NY 10595 914.940.4449; sandrcpa.com

ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE KARLA BOOTH DIAMOND, MAMSAT

Move with ease! The Alexander Technique is an educational method for learning to release patterns of tension that may be causing stress, pain, or poor body usage. Feel lighter and learn to undo compression of the spine and joints.

ACUPUNCTURE SearchLight Medical 2424 Route 52, Hopewell Junction, NY 845.592.4310; SearchLightMedical.com

ASTROLOGY ASTROLOGY INSIGHT

Pamela Cucinell NCGR PAA 917.796.6026; InsightOasis.com Astrology & Tarot with spiritual perspective and a practical twist. Find your way to flow instead of fight; economy of action leads to a beautiful life. Skype, Zoom and phone. See ad pg 16.

Frustrated with not feeling or looking your best? Let me guide you on your path to better health and well-being. Utilizing: Medical Acupuncture, ONDAMED Biofeedback Therapy, Reiki, Mei Zen Acupuncture for facial rejuvenation, weight loss and fertility. See ad pg 5..

AYURVEDA ADDICTION CESSATION

DR. KAUSHIK’S AYURVEDIC AND NATUROPATHIC CLINIC

QUIT WITH QUINN

Yellow Monkey Village 792 Rte 35 Cross River, NY, and NYC Office: 914.875.9088; Cell: 646.670.6725 Drkaushik.com; drkaushik@drkaushik.com

Quit with Quinn helps people overcome daily addictions and unwanted habits ranging from sugar, smoking, alcohol, weight loss, to overeating and other compulsive habits. All natural, painless, no medications, needles, or hypnosis. 85% success rate. See ad pg 27..

Combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may includesupplements, diet/ nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. Clinic days: M-F. See ad pg 11.

Briarcliff Manor and Midtown Manhattan Steve.healingny@gmail.com 914.473.2015; QuitWithQuinn.com

495 Central Park Ave, Suite 301, Scarsdale 914.874.1177; DrSlotnick.com A whole-person, holistic approach to vision care, for all ages. Specializing in vision therapy and rehabilitation for vision problems which interfere with reading, learning, attention, performance and efficiency. Please visit website for details.

Member: Westchester Holistic Network 153 Main St, Suite J, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 914.649.9565; Awareness-in-Action.com

Our goal is to help people have less anxiety about managing their finances, to maximize their income and run their businesses better. Giving people a stronger financial foundation can absolutely contribute to a better quality of life.

LAURIE R. MALLIS, MD, LAC

SAMANTHA SLOTNICK, OD, FAAO, FCOVD

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CANDLES CUSTOM CANDLE CO

25 Depot Plaza Bedford Hills NY; 914.218.8357 customcandleco.com Locally made in Bedford. Hundreds of candles in stock or create your own custom candle. Choose your favorite scent, wax color, wick type and container. All natural soy candles, handcrafted and nontoxic with long-lasting aroma. Shop in stores or on-line. Stores are open 7 days a week.

CBD AAA WELLNESS CBD, LLC

Scarsdale, NY 10583 914.320.9506; liz@AAAWellnessCBD.com aaawellnesscbd.com Take back control of your body, center your mind and lift your spirits today. Adopt alternative approaches to wellness with the most luxurious assortment of CBD infused, clean, cruelty free, non-GMO, beauty, wellness, pain management, and clean vaping merchandise on the market today. See ad pg 11.

CATHY PARLITSIS YOUR CBD STORE®

222 E. Main St., Mt. Kisco, NY 914.276.5409 YourCBDstoreMtKisco.com Your CBD Store® is the largest hemp retailer in the US. All of our products are USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO and ThirdParty Lab Tested. We offer the highest quality hemp products including CBD Tinctures, Topicals and Water Solubles for people and pets. See ad pg 35.

CBD LIVE NATURAL

A Division of Custom Candle CO. Bedford Hills, NY 914.705.1111; CBDLiveNatural.com Open 7 days a week. We want our customers to feel their best and know that there is a solution to change their quality of life so that they can live naturally without prescription drugs. Products for People and Pets. Please call for more information.

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COLONICS AVENUES 2 HEALTH

“A Road less Traveled” 1415 Boston Post Rd, #5, Larchmont, NY 914.623.3999 1415avenues2health@gmail.com Experience one of the Avenues- COLONICS and learn “real time” what your digestion is saying about your health. We use the Wood Gravitational Method. We are in Larchmont, NY and serve the Tri-State Area. Text or call for your appointment.

ENERGY HEALING ANNE H. BENTZEN

Certified Jikiden Reiki Shihankaku Jikiden Reiki Teacher/Practitioner Custom BACH Flower Essence formulas, Energetic Counseling Locations: West Harrison, Scarsdale balancing4life.com; 914.588.4079 Health requires energetic balance. Reiki clears stress, reduces pain, inflammation and restores energy flow. Strengthen your immunity. Relieve anxiety. Depression and insomnia. Learn the original Reiki teachings with Jikiden. Private sessions and small classes.

DR. LEIGH DAMKOHLER, CCSP, LMT 8 Bacon Place, Yonkers, NY 10710 914.523.7947 Chiropractor-WestchesterNY.com

PERSONALIZED treatments designed for YOU by Westchester’s only dually licensed practicing Sports Chiropractor and Massage Therapist. Receive a unique combination of muscle work and adjustments not provided elsewhere. Dr. Leigh can help you move and feel better. Get back to the life you love!

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY JOY MATALON LMT, CST

100 Executive Blvd Suite 203 Ossining, NY 914.519.8138; Joymatalon.com CranioSacral Therapy with a specialty in Somato Emotional Release and Process Acupressure allows chronic physical, emotional, and spiritual issues to be intimately explored bringing relief from pain and activating a healing process which continues after the session is over.

Certified life coach Member WHN 914.548.8372: pulsemanifestation.com Empower yourself and create what you want in your life. Janet will coach you through this process as well as teach you a powerful technique to help you become a Master Manifester. Please call her to learn more.

COACH- MIND, BODY, EATING SHARON CAHR, EATING PSYCHOLOGY

Certified Mind Body Health Coach Plant Based Nutrition Certification 914.309.3452; cahrma12@gmail.com Mind Body Nutrition is a life changing approach to address our eating challenges. We will work together in a way in which eating and health issues become a place of exploration. I look forward to working with you to offer practical results oriented strategies.

Energy Medicine Practitioner, Teacher, Medical Intuitive, Physical Therapist 239.289.3744; theesotericbloom.com Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you exhausted from pain, stress or PTSD? Balance your body’s energies for optimal physical health and emotional well-being with Esoteric Healing, a high vibrational technique from Tibet.

FLOATATION THERAPY

COACHING – EMPOWERMENT JANET CATALINA, MSW

BERNADETTE BLOOM

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DOWSER JEANIE PASQUALE PROFESSIONAL DOWSER

MEMBER: Westchester Holistic Network 845.709.5245 dowsing@househarmony.org HouseHarmony.org Protect yourself from EMFs and other negative energies! A professional dowser can block the negative effects of cell phones, satellite dishes, high-tension wires and more. Moved into a new home? Want to sell? Have unexplained health issues? Call now!

111 East Main Street Mount Kisco, NY 10549 914.241.1900

A Center For Awareness and Relaxation through Floatation Therapy. Create the ultimate Relaxation Response by removing all stimulation from light, sound, and gravity. Choose from three different float environments to find your perfect experience. Appointments available from 10am to 10pm daily. Free Parking.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE SUSANNE SALTZMAN, MD

250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 914.472.0666; HartsdaleHomeopathy.com Looking for a physician with 25 years of clinical practice using natural remedies? Expertise in treating acute and chronic illness in children and adults. Emphasis on homeopathic and functional medicine to decrease dependency on pharmaceutical drugs. If you want experienced, competent, compassionate, and exceptional care.

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HAIR SALON FRESH ORGANIC SALON SOLUTIONS

SUSANNE SALTZMAN, MD

A healthy approach to beauty and wellness led by Maureen Toohey, Regional Educator for Organic Salon Systems. The fresh team is committed to making your experience fully complete and satisfying, organically. Receive a gift valued at $75 with your 1st color appointment, when you mention Natural Awakenings. See ad pg 9.

Looking for a physician with 25 years of clinical practice using natural remedies? Expertise in treating acute and chronic illness in children and adults. Emphasis on homeopathic and functional medicine to decrease dependency on pharmaceutical drugs. If you want experienced, competent, compassionate, and exceptional care.

Hair care, Skincare & Make up 190 Rt 117 By Pass, Bedford, NY 914.242.1928; FreshOrganicSalon.com

250 E. Hartsdale Ave. St. 22, Hartsdale, NY 914.472.0666; HartsdaleHomeopathy.com

MASSAGE & BODYWORK SOULAURAS WELLNESS CENTER

Laura Giacovas,LMT, MS Ed., 4th Dan Master Instructor Taekwondo Briarcliff NY 914.941.2400, soulauras.com Our mission is to enhance wellness and quality of life through Therapeutic Massage and Integrated Holistic Healing. We are committed to providing an inspired, nurturing environment from which wellness and harmony can be realized.

MATTRESSES LORRAINE HUGHES

Registered Herbalist (AHG) 263 New Hackensack Road, 2nd Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredbyNature.net; 845.416.4598 Lorraine offers Individual Wellness Consultations based on the Chinese Herbal Medicine Paradigm which provides a preventative and individual approach to balanced health. Each “unique” individual protocol will include Chinese, Western, Ayurvedic Herbal remedies and Nutritional planning.

HYPNOTHERAPY LISA BLEASDALE, C.HT

Open Mon-Sat. 10-6 2264 South Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 845.204.9090; DavisFurnitureOnline.com

Willpower often falls short. Hypnotherapy taps into the power of the subconscious mind to transform your life by creating positive changes. Lisa helps individuals with stress reduction, addiction, weight loss, smoking cessation, procrastination, overcoming fears, phobias, anxiety, grief, and divorce.

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Certified Hypnotherapist Somers, Ny 914.400.9508; lisableasdale.com

INCONTINENCE HOLISTIC DENTIST DAVID L LERNER, DDS, CAC, FIND Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678; holisticdentist.com

We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ad pg 2.

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ADVANCED REJUVENATION CENTERS Liviu B. Saimovici, MD 3020 Westchester Ave., Ste. 306 Purchase, NY; 914.500.9594 AdvancedRejuvenationCenters.com

Emsella is a revolutionary non-surgical treatment that improves incontinence. Patients sit, fully clothed, on the Emsella chair, nicknamed “Kegel-throne” can stimulate the pelvic floor with electromagnetic energy. One treatment can stimulate the equivalent of 11,000 Kegels. The Kegels can strengthen the muscles that control urinary retention.

MEDICAL MARIJUANA LYNN PARODNECK M.D.

Certified Medical Marijuana Practitioner 914.525.6536; DrParodneck@gmail.com DrLynnParodneck.com Evaluations and Consultations; D r. P a r o d n e c k w o r k s i n compliance with the New York State Compassionate Care Act. She is one of the leading medical marijuana clinicians in New York, with numerous referring specialists and an extensive professional network in the cannabis industry. See ad pg 27.

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HERBAL MEDICINE

NATURE & FOREST THERAPY NATURE’S WHISPERS

Guided Meditative Walks thru Nature Dutchess/Putnam/Westchester 845.489.7250; MeditativeWalks.com Teaching people how to connect with nature through Walking the Trail Workshops – Wisdom Walks and Forest Bathing. Once a person becomes one with nature; plants, animals and magical creatures respond by giving answers to one’s questions and by providing healing.

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR DR. KAUSHIK’S AYURVEDIC AND NATUROPATHIC CLINIC

Yellow Monkey Village 792 Rte 35 Cross River, NY, and NYC Office: 914.875.9088; Cell: 646.670.6725 Drkaushik.com; drkaushik@drkaushik.com Combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may include supplements, diet/nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. Clinic days: Monday-Friday. See ad pg 11.

PET RESCUE/ADOPTION STRAY HELP

PO Box 245, Fishkill, NY 12524 845.232.0336, strayhelp.org Stray HELP: a registered not-for-profit managed by volunteers. Our mission: rescue and care for stray and homeless animals while providing humane education to the community. Our vital community programs: Trap/Neuter/Return, Spay clinics, adoption and working cat program, colony caretaker support.

KATONAH PODIATRY, PC

Pamela Hoffman, DPM Glenn B. Weiss, DPM 200 Katonah Ave., Katonah, NY 914.232.8880; Katonahpodiatry.com Foot care for people of all ages. Board certified holistic podiatrists who use a comprehensive, integrative approach. Customized treatments utilizing the best of today’s technology combined with nutrition and 30 years of experience.

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NUSPECIES

Nuspecies.com 866.624.4117 Westchester. Long Island. Brooklyn. Jamaica, Caribbean NuSpecies Health Centers provide free health consultations with certified nutritionists/life coaches. We make custom recommendations of our Raw, Organic, Liquid, Natural nutritional formulas and then work with our clients until they achieve their health goals. See ad pg 3.

YOGA IN THE ADIRONDACKS

2 Coulter Road, Bakers Mills, NY 12811 518.251.3015; 914.556.8258 yogaintheadirondacks.com Yoga in the Adirondacks is nestled in the valley of the beautiful Adirondack Mountains, where yoga embraces nature. Connect your mind, body and spirit and explore your retreat with like-minded people to build a happier and healthier life. Studio available for your yoga/wellness private group as well.

PODIATRY

REFLEXOLOGY NUTRITION

RETREATS

ARCB Certified Reflexologist 263 New Hackensack Road, 2nd Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredbyNature.net; 845.416.4598 Foot and/or Hand Reflexology sessions are offered with the use of Essential Oils applied to acupuncture points based upon each individual’s presenting pattern. Please refer to Services page on web site for the many benefits of this ancient modality.

SLEEP DISORDER DAVID L LERNER, DDS, CAC, FIND Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678 holisticdentist.com

We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ad pg 2.

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REIKI REIKI CLASSES

Cynthia M Chase, LCSW, Reiki Master 860.395.0284; cynthiachase.com cynthiamchase@gmail.com Manifest yourself as a healer; fulfill your life’s purpose! Cynthia offers personalized classes leading to Reiki levels I, II and Master level. Go to patreon.com/ cynthiamchase for details.

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TAROT THERAPY

SPA BALANCE DAY SPA

Westchester’s ONLY Certified Green Spa 280 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 310, White Plains, NY 914.358.9898; balance-dayspa.com As Westchester County’s ONLY certified green spa, Balance Day Spa has been in business since 2010. We specialize in all aspects of esthetics, including: facials, peels, waxing, tinting, bronzing, aromatherapy, energy healing and makeup. All organic, all the time.

AMY KOWAL

Tarot Therapy Remote via Email 646.932.2240; RevivaBody.com Tarot readings offer insight on soul development, provide spiritual guidance, present alternatives, and provide clarity to confusing situations. Available readings include: Relationships, Career, Monthly and Yearly Forecasts, Past Life, Twinflames, Starseed, and Soul’s Purpose – all readings incorporate energy healing.

TOBY TOTALLY LLC White Plains, NY 914.328.7777 Tobytotally.com

Weight-loss and wellness using acupressure points and clean food. No special surgery. No pills. Toby utilizes acupressure points to control hunger and strengthen the digestive system. Most clients lose 5%-10% of their weight in the first ten days.

WELLNESS CENTER SPIRITUAL CENTER CHAPEL AT CROTON FALLS Rev. June Tompkins, Pastor 609 Rt. 22, Croton Falls, NY chapelatcrotonfalls.org

TMJ DISORDER DAVID L LERNER, DDS, CAC, FIND Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678 holisticdentist.com

Join a unique monthly Interfaith Sunday at the Chapel at Croton Falls at 10:30am – Enjoy prayer, music, movement and dialogue. Check our FB page for information on upcoming programs or e-mail Rev. June Tompkins at jtgleneidashore1@verizon.net.

We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ad pg 2.

SUPPORT GROUP SUPPORT CONNECTION

Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Services 914.962.6402; 800.532.4290 Supportconnection.org Support Connection provides free support services to people affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Services include: One-onone counseling (counselors are also cancer survivors); Support groups; Educational and wellness programs; Webinars; Social gatherings; Referrals; A national toll-free information and support hotline. See ad pg 31.

VETERINARY HOSPITAL EARTH ANGELS VETERINARY HOSPITAL 44 Saint Nicholas Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 845.227.P-A-W-S (7297) Earthangelsvet.com

Where East meets West with compassionate care for a holistic approach to your pet’s health. Offering a wide range of services/ products including wellness exams, nutritional support, alternative cancer therapies, surgery, dentals, acupuncture, CBD products, pet boarding and more on our beautiful 9-acre facility.

SOULAURAS HOLISTIC WISDOM & WELLNESS CENTER 510 N. State Rd., Briarcliff, NY Soulauras.com

The practitioners of Soulauras are committed to providing an inspired, nurturing environment from which wellness and harmony can be realized. Services: Therapeutic Massage, Bodywork, Auricular Acupressure and Integrated Holistic Healing Services, Yoga, Reiki, Reflexology and Chakra Balancing.

WELLNESS SPA PEAK LIFE HOLISTICS

Holistic Wellness Coaching 13 Edgewood Dr., Somers, NY 914.301.3393, PeakLifeHolistics.com peaklifeholistics@gmail.com Cutting-edge Technologies, Holistic Health Practices, and Energy Medicine are utilized to Supercharge your Immunity, Vitality & Wellbeing with minimal effort and maximum results. Appropriate for all ages and lifestyles. Look, Feel and Be your Best from the inside out!

WOMEN’S WELLNESS WEIGHT LOSS QUIT WITH QUINN

Addiction-Free Naturally Briarcliff Manor and Midtown Manhattan Steve.healingny@gmail.com 914.473.2015; QuitWithQuinn.com

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Quit with Quinn helps people lose weight by overcoming addiction to sugar and white flour, and compulsive overeating. After treatment, most people experience indifference towards refined sugar, sweets and treats, leading to easy weight loss. 30 years experience. 85% success rate. See ad pg 27.

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ARBONNE/JILL KAY

Executive RVP, Independent Consultant Look Better. Feel Better. Live Better. jillkay.com; 914.602.6562 Holistic products that help you feel and look your best inside and out. Weight Management, Skincare, Makeup and more. All products 100% Plant-Based, Vegan and Cruelty-Free, GlutenFree, and Clean (Arbonne bans over 2,000 harmful/toxic ingredients). B Certified Corporation. I would love to help you!

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