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

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24 MOM-TO-MOM WISDOM Calming Advice for More “Good Days” with Fretful Kids by Beth Davis

26 INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS AND THE SPIRITUAL PATH by Marianne Williamson

28 LIQUID TASTE TREATS Try These Healthy Green Drinks by Jason Manheim

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Spring is here and I’m feeling the love! With such glorious weather, I’ve been spending every moment I can outside. Hope you are, too.

More and more research shows that sensible sun exposure is important to our health, especially in these latitudes where we get so little during the winter. The sun is our best source of vitamin D, which is now considered vital for bone health, and prevention of depression, cancers, autoimmune and cardiovascular diseases. There’s even some evidence that vitamin D deficiency is involved in obesity and diabetes. While D3 supplements can help, sunlight is the most reliable way to generate vitamin D in your body. So don’t fear the sun! Take it gradually so you don’t burn, forgo sun-screen on your body, choose chemical-free sunscreen for your face or for prolonged exposure, and try to get at least 15 minutes of direct sunlight several times a week. And did you know that you can boost your internal sunscreen by eating antioxidant-rich foods and superfoods like astaxan-thin? You’ll find other health advice in this, our Women’s Wellness issue. In “The Hormone Balancing Act” you’ll find tips on normalizing your hor-mones at any age through diet, exercise and supplements. “Anti-Aging Skincare” introduces some new and some ancient techniques to fight wrinkles and sagging skin. “Liquid Taste Treats,” our collection of green drink recipes, will give you new ways to put health on the menu and help you maintain your youth and beauty from the inside out. Family and friend time is also important to your health, so make sure you take advantage of the opportunities that abound this month—Mother’s Day, graduations and other family events are just a few. But don’t forget you-time, especially if you are a mother who must meet both the demands of family and working outside the home. Feel free to accept some nurtur-ing. Whether you take a walk in the woods, or spend a day at the spa, enjoy some time for yourself—without guilt!

To all the moms out there, Happy Mother’s Day. We love you!

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Dear Friend, Every day, people come to see me looking for an answer to those agonizing headaches they’ve endured for years. Many have been to several doctors, tried several drugs, and have had very expensive tests. My patient, Roseann, had migraine headaches since first grade. She’d been to generalists, specialists, had CAT scans, MRI’s, and been on some powerful medications . . . all of which didn’t help. She suffered for 20 years. Another patient, Aggie, just went three weeks without a migraine for the first time in years (she hadn’t gone longer than a few days without one). All that suffering, when the answer was just removing nerve pressure in their spines. Their cases are not unusual at all. “This month I’m reaching out to people with headaches.” It bothers me that many have been told there is no answer for them, when perhaps there is. No doctor can guarantee a cure; however, chiropractic care has been shown to help countless people. And, it’s not just migraines and headaches. I’m blessed to help people with chronic pain, neck pain, shoulder/arm pain, whiplash from car accidents, backaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, numbness in limbs, athletic injuries, just to name a few. I often see people who’ve come to me as a “last resort.” As a chiropractor, I do things differently. I’m not going to give you medications to cover up symptoms because my job is to get to the root cause of the health problems. You need to know that I don’t “cure” anyone. Your body is designed to always strive to heal itself. Sometimes, nerve interference gets in the way of that inborn striving towards health. What I do is remove nerve pressure, and allow the body to heal itself. I’m not a miracle worker; your body is the real miracle. Although all people respond differently to care, most people who see a chiropractor are satisfied. Thanks, and God Bless. Fred Rossi, D.C.

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newsbriefsPedal to Preserve the Best of New Jersey

Get your heart pump-ing and feet pedaling

for a great cause on Sun-day, June 3, as the Land Conservancy of New Jer-sey (TLC-NJ) hosts its first

Pedal for Preservation bike event. Participants will ride on the Columbia Trail, a Rail to Trail route that is known as one of the most beautiful rides in New Jersey. Riders will start and finish at West Morris Central High School, 259 Bartley Rd, Chester. The Land Conservancy of New Jersey, headquartered in Boonton, is a nonprofit member-supported organization dedicated to preserving and protecting New Jersey’s vital natural lands and drinking water resources. The Pedal for Preservation event offers the chance to team up with TLC-NJ by participating as a rider, team member, sponsor, donor or volunteer. Pay a flat registration fee or help fundraise by get-ting friends and family to sponsor your ride. Registration on the day of the event begins at 8am. According to Conservancy president David Epstein, “This family friendly off-road biking experience is geared toward riders of all biking abilities. The day will feature good food, a great ride, and fun for everyone. Best of all, riders will be pedaling to preserve the best of New Jersey—the beautiful natural lands that are so special to us all!” Proceeds from Pedal for Preservation will help fund the Land Conservancy of New Jersey’s land preservation work. To register online, visit Active.com/cycling/chester-nj/the-land-conservancy-of-new-jerseys-pedal-for-preservation-the-columbia-trail-2012. For mail-in registration or to learn more, visit TLC-NJ.org. Volunteers are also needed; contact Rosalie Lavinthal at [email protected].

Uncover Your Hidden Food Allergies

Join Christine Grasso, holistic health and nutrition coach and

yoga teacher, on May 16 from 8pm to 9:30pm for a free workshop on “The 5 ‘Healthy’ Foods That Could Be Ruining Your Health.” During the workshop, to be held at Purple Om Yoga studio, 3118 Route 10 West, Denville, Grasso will review the top five food allergens that could be

compromising your health, teach participants how to identify their problem foods and discuss some of the common side effects from hidden food allergies. Grasso believes that hid-den food sensitivities may be the culprit behind weight-loss resistance. Studies have shown that 75 percent of people in the U.S. have a food sensitivity of some kind. Common food sensitiv-ity symptoms include stomach or abdominal pain, gas and bloating, diarrhea, constipation, acid reflux, unexplained weight loss or weight gain, irritability, anxiety, fatigue and brain fog, ADD/ADHD, bone and joint pain, skin breakouts, asthma, and sinus congestion. Grasso supports women struggling with weight loss by identifying their hidden food sensitivities and healing diges-tive problems to help them lose those stubborn pounds. She now offers food allergy analysis as part of her health coach-ing programs, using both customized cleanses and IgG food sensitivity blood testing. As Grasso notes, “Identifying my hidden food allergies was an essential part of healing myself of acid reflux and IBS. It also cleared up my seasonal allergies and congestion so I no longer need to rely on conventional medicines. As part of my healing process, I went from a size 12 to a size 2.” Preregistration is required by May 14 at PurpleOmYoga.com. Call Christine Grasso at 201-787-4950 or email [email protected] with questions. See ad on page 44.

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newsbriefsTony Burroughs to Visit New Providence During National Tour

Tony Burroughs, co-founder of the Intenders of the Highest Good, will conduct a 40-city tour through

July to discuss his latest book, The Law of Agreement, and host Intenders Circles. The bestselling author, storyteller and community-maker, who has been living by the Laws of Manifestation for more than 25 years, will share his heartfelt visions and insights of self-empowerment on June 1 at 280 Elkwood Ave., New Providence, beginning with a potluck supper at 6:30pm. In the first part of the two-hour event, he will speak about the transition the human race is currently going through and how to apply the Law of Agreement and

the Intention Process to make our personal lives more fulfilling and our world a better place to live in. In the second hour, he will lead an Intenders Circle in which everyone is given the opportunity to share their Gratitudes and Intentions. The evening’s fee is $20. Burroughs, the creator of the Vision Alignment Project, is the author of nine books, including The Intenders Handbook and The Code: 10 Intentions for a Bet-ter World. He has also produced three full-length films and many videos available on YouTube on personal empowerment and community making. For more information, call Melissa at 908-255-2700 or email [email protected]. Visit HighestLighthouse.com/events.html or Intenders.com.

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newsbriefsAstrology Study Group Open to New Members

A unique astrology study group in Livingston is accepting new members to its weekly classes.

The group is led by Eytan Tsioni, a consulting West-ern Astrologer, Level 4 certified by the NCGR (Na-tional Council for Geocosmic Research). Students learn theories of basic and advanced astrological techniques and practice with their own astrologi-cal charts as well as charting guests. Guests can be family, friends, relatives or anyone who is willing to share and give feedback.

During the class, students interpret a guest’s chart, which lists the details of the guest’s personality, life potentials, past events, future challenges, and windows of opportunities as seen in the chart. The guests, for a nominal fee, receive beneficial information that would cost much more were they to get a private reading, while the students gain immediate feedback and validation from the guests. An exchange of ideas and learning from other students in the class provides enrichment and knowledge for all participants. Those who have some knowledge of astrology are encouraged to join the study group. Those who have no knowledge of astrology but are interested in learning the craft while participating in the classes are encouraged to take intro-ductory private classes with Tsioni. For more information, call Eytan Tsioni at 973-985-8845 or email Info@ innercycles.com.

Morris Habitat Restore Moves to Convenient New Location

On Wednesday, May 2, Morris Habitat will relocate its offices and ReStore to 274

South Salem Street, Randolph. After almost five years in the original location, it was time for a bigger

site to match the rapid growth of the ReStore, which sells new and gently used building supplies, furniture,

windows, lighting, paint, and more at discounted prices to the public. This new facility will have 20 percent more warehouse sales

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Hypnosis Counseling Center Offers Wellness Weekend Workshops

The Hypnosis Counseling Center of New Jersey and the Folke Institute

for Transformative Learning will present their first Wellness Weekend Workshop on Friday, June 22, to Sunday, June 24, at the Rutgers University Conference Center in New Brunswick. The workshops provide opportunities for personal growth and renewal, physical and emotional awareness, and developing skills to living a mindful life. Workshop topics include Healthy and Conscious Eating, Mindful Living, Attaining Inner Peace and Har-mony, Learning to Communicate with Self and Others, and Hypnosis, a medically approved method of tapping the normally inaccessible power of the mind and cor-recting negative behavior. The weekend will also include opportunities for rest, relaxation, reflection, and restoration with daily meditation and yoga. Barry Wolfson, director of the Hypnosis Counseling Center, will facilitate the workshop with Carrie Spell-Hansson, executive director of the Folke Institute. Wolfson holds a master’s degree in counseling and has 26 years of proven success in the art of hypnosis. Spell-Hansson holds master’s degrees in organizational development and hu-man development and has more than 25 years of working with individuals, groups and organizations to promote and enhance personal and organiza-tional effectiveness. The cost for this first weekend workshop is $225 per person when registering by May 22; $250 per person thereafter. Healthy gourmet meals are included. For more information and to register, call 908-996-3311 or visit WellnessWeekendWorkshops.com. See ad on page 15.


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Detoxify Your Beauty RegimenWomen, on average, apply 15 personal products daily. This can mean ex-

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Lipstick: Based on studies from the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, many top brands of lipstick have been shown to contain lead. Two thirds of the 33 brands studied contained detectable levels of lead. Half of the samples tested con-tained levels of lead above the recommended limit for lead in

candy. Lead is a potent neurotoxin and has been linked to many health problems.

Body Lotion: Filled with synthetic fragrance and preservatives, body lotion is highly toxic. Parabens, used as preservatives in body lotion, have been implicated in increasing breast cancer risk, disrupting normal endocrine (hormone) function, impairing fertility and fetal development. According to a study published in 2004 by the Journal of Toxicology, “….18 out of 20 breast tumors contained significant concentrations of parabens.”

Perfume: Many perfumes, since they’re made up of synthetic fragrance and therefore synthetic chemicals, should also be avoided. The fragrance industry uses more than 3,000 chemical ingredients to create perfumes and fragrances. Phthal-ates, used to disperse a fragrance’s scent, are found in almost all fragrant products. Phthalates are hormone-disrupting chemicals that are theorized to cause damage to the kidneys, liver, lungs, and reproductive organs. Detoxifying your beauty routine by switching to natural, organic beauty products can help to reduce your overall toxic burden. Call Denville Medical & Sports Rehabilitation Center, 161 East Main St. , Denville, at 973-627-7888 to learn about other ways to reduce your toxic burden. Visit them at DenvilleMedical.com. See ad on page 2.

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Those of us who are health-conscious have many options available to us. A growing number of traditional medical practitioners are now embracing the benefits of alternative healing as a complement to traditional medicine. In

our own area, we’re fortunate that a major teaching hospital, Morristown Medical Center, offers an integrated approach to the treatment of cancer while an alternative healing arts cooperative in Mendham offers a wealth of holistic healing modalities.

Atlantic Health’s Integrative Medicine “Healing comes in all levels including self-promotion of wellness,” says Jean Marie Rosone, who’s the coordinator of integrative oncology at Morristown Medical Cen-ter’s Carol G. Simon Cancer Center. The Simon Center employs more than 60 healing practitioners who use Reiki, massage, and healing touch therapies to treat patients diagnosed with cancer. “These methods are incredibly empowering; they give people a sense of control,” says Rosone. “Instead of feeling helpless, patients tell me they feel peacefulness and relaxation when they are given a greater sense of control.” Terrance Welsh, M.D. from NJ Pain Consultants, also sees the benefits of complementing traditional and holistic therapies. “In medicine, everything we prescribe we determine by looking at the risks versus the benefits,” says Welsh. “Although there are few controlled studies to document the benefits of these heal-ing modalities, the risks are low, yet the benefits could be substantial.”

Finding Holistic Health at the Room Above “We don’t tell people to throw out their medicine,” says Maureen Mahoney, with the Room Above, a healing cooperative based in Brookside, part of Mendham Township. Instead, the cooperative’s practitioners focus on complementary alterna-tive healing therapies that include healing touch, Reiki, Tibetan healing bowls, shamanic healing, feng shui, life coaching and integrative therapeutic massage.The Room Above’s six partners— Gina Bruno, Kathy Kane, Maureen Mahoney, Ellen Mooney, Susan Novick and Michelle Zanoni—joined forces a year ago to create a sacred space whose mantra is Rejuvenate. Transform. Thrive. Community. Joy. Those terms greet you as you walk up the steps to the Room Above’s studio, beckoning with a promise of what clients can find inside. Mahoney’s areas of focus are healing touch and Tibetan healing bowls, which bring energy fields into healthy vibrations, and open and balance the flow of energy. Her clients range from those who need help coping with stress to those undergoing chemotherapy.

Gina Bruno offers shamanic heal-ing, the ancient tradition of energy medi-cine. As Bruno explains, “An energy field surrounds the body and holds within it a record of emotional, physical and spiri-tual history. When imprints are (cleared) the history (can be rewritten/rewired), leading to transformational changes.” Bruno believes that we all have the in-nate ability to tap into our inner resourc-es, but not all of us realize it. The benefits Bruno sees in her clients from her ses-sions with them include better focus, an optimistic outlook, increased energy, and the ability to be in touch with a part of themselves that they may have forgotten about—or never knew existed. Ellen Mooney focuses on Reiki and intuitive healing therapy at the Room Above. Mooney begins her sessions by making clients feel comfortable and re-laxed—providing them with a safe space. “I do an energetic scan of their body and connect with their heart. Throughout my session I have feelings of empathy and compassion.” Through her work, she is able to remove blockages and create bal-ance through the meridians. As Mooney relates, “I help people help themselves. They are able to let go of what is no longer needed . . . to be the truth of who they are and to receive what they need. My clients feel peaceful and have the ability to focus and are more empowered to enhance their health.” Michelle Zanoni, a feng shui consultant, believes that in addition to healing ourselves, it’s important make our living spaces as healthy and balanced as possible. “Both have a pro-found effect on each other. One is not separate from the other,” says Zanoni. “Feng shui quite literally addresses our living spaces and helps restore, reset, and reorganize them, supporting who we are and where we want to go next.” Zanoni’s clients usually feel a sense of relief and excitement after a consulta-tion because there is a new energetic beginning, a clean slate to move for-ward effortlessly. “Change is not always easy; feng shui gives my clients permis-

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sion to change. I am there to support and guide them physi-cally, emotionally and spiritually.” Susan Novick specializes in integrative therapeutic massage. “I use my intuitive empathic nature to guide me through the process,” says Novick, who has felt its benefits firsthand: Immediately after getting her first therapeutic massage, she decided that she wanted to learn it to help others. “I get positive feedback from my clients. Just a little shift in how one sits at a desk or how one bends and lifts can make a plethora of difference in their quality of life.” Novick also feels that proper nutrition, exercise and stress reduction go a long way toward ensuring a healthful life. She suggests starting with massage to feel the benefits rather quickly: “From there, slowly start incorporating small changes. Gradu-ally you’ll branch out to other areas that nourish the body, mind and soul.” Kathy Kane provides life coaching at the Room Above, with a special focus on unearthing each client’s creative spirit “through accessing creativity as an attitude.” She helps cli-ents realize their creative abilities by having them give them-selves permission to create things that are “less than perfect.” As an example, in her writing workshops, she encourages participants to write from the gut—and just see what comes out. In a recent program she led for Dress for Success, a non-profit organization, she helped clients tap into their “Audac-ity” muse—getting them to a place within themselves where they felt emboldened, finding both courage and focus. The Room Above also provides a professional venue for Leigh LaMura and Colleen McSpirit to welcome clients. LaMura uses the Tuning Fork technique, based on ancient healing frequencies, to help her clients gain clearer focus of their life’s path and direction. “It is as if the negative energy & debris is cleared away, making room for new possibilities,” says LaMura. McSpirit offers crystal bowl meditation, which helps balance emotions, enhance relaxation and boost the immune system along with creating healing where needed. Crystal bowl meditations are a gentle way to relieve stress: The calming tones and vibrations of the bowl help to balance chakras, creating a better flow of energy in the body. With the services offered by Morristown Medical Center and those available through the Room Above, we can call upon a host of traditional and holistic healers right in our own backyard. For more information on wellness programs at Atlantic Health’s Morristown Medical Center, call Jean Marie Rosone at 973-713-4774; NJ Pain Consultants, call Terrance Welsh, M.D., at 908-971-6824; The Room Above and its practitioners, email [email protected] or call 973-531-7692. Joanne Flynn Black is (insert bio). Connect with her at [email protected].

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The Crossroads This is the point in the journey where the level of tension or pain compels us to

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First Steps We make a move in one direction, but as we start to move down the path, we realize

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Discovery and Exploration This is a time when we may find ourselves exploring many paths

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Integration of Old and New This is when it all starts to come to-gether: We have redefined ourselves

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Weathering Toddler MeltdownsPetro says we can better meet the chal-lenges of these years—including temper tantrums, biting, toilet training and sleep problems—if we understand these situations in the context of a child’s development. During early growth, ex-ploration and change, children typically have trouble expressing their thoughts and feelings, and that can prove over-whelming for everyone. So, what can adults do in the middle of a toddler meltdown? First, remember that it’s the rare parent that hasn’t had to deal with a tired, cranky, screaming toddler. Simmons admits to having handled her share of tantrums. “They don’t understand their own frustration, so it’s difficult for parents to understand the reason for outbursts,” she observes. Her strategy is to take the stressed child out of the situation. It helps to know that some hitting and biting is considered normal for tod-dlers, especially if they see it as an effec-tive way to get what they want. Parents can put an end to it much the same way they deal with other inappropriate behav-ior, advises Petro. She suggests remain-ing calm, finding the root cause of the situation and acknowledging the child’s feelings and needs. Understanding why the child is doing it is crucial to making it stop. “Conscious parenting operates from the premise that all behavior is commu-nication to meet a need,” she says.

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romantic high is not something to outgrow, so much as something to earn admittance back into—this time not as an unearned gift of Cupid’s arrows, but as a consequence of the real work of the psychological and spiritual journey. The romantic relationship is a spiritual assign-ment, presenting an opportunity for lovers and would-be lovers to burn through our own issues and forgive the other theirs, so togeth-

er we can gain re-entrance to the joyful realms of our initial contact that turn out to have been real love after all. Our problem is that most of us rarely have a psychic container strong enough to stand the amount of light that pours into us when we have truly seen, if even for a moment, the deep beauty of another. The problem we have is not that in our roman-tic fervor we fall into a delusion of one-ness; the problem is that we then fall into the delusion of separateness. And those are the romantic mysteries: the almost blinding light when we truly see each other, the desperate darkness of the ego’s blindness, and the sacred work of choos-ing the light of mutual innocence when the darkness of anger and guilt descend.

Marianne Williamson is an internation-ally noted speaker, author of 10 books, Unity Church minister and a teacher and student of A Course in Miracles. Her most recent workshops focus on the topic of Enchanted Love: Building the Inner Temple of the Sacred and the Romantic.

Intimate Relationships and the Spiritual Path

by Marianne Williamson

day by day, without the expectation that I would be proficient simply through the act of giving birth,” says this mother of two, in Richmond, Indiana. Rewarding relationships come through accepting the notion that children are individuals living their own journey, rather than extensions of their parents. “What parents see or feel in a situation is not necessarily what the child is experiencing,” Bond explains. “Taking the time to recognize the fact of individual realities can be huge in re-thinking one’s approach to discipline.” She recommends speaking to adolescents honestly—even when it’s painful—and listening to them, even when we may not want to hear, or believe, what they’re saying. “Stay in touch with the fact that your relation-ship with your children is absolutely huge in terms of their—and your— development as a happy and fulfilled person,” counsels Bond. “Work hard at remembering your own teen years, including the frustrations and disap-pointments. Empathy and respect are essential ingredients in successful human relationships at every age.”

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writes, “Our glands and organs function properly in exact pro-portion to the amount of alkaline and acid levels in our system; eating a balance of 75 percent alkaline foods

and 25 percent acidic foods is ideal.” Young reports that keeping your body in an alkaline state amplifies benefits such as immune system function, strength, stamina and weight loss. Fruits and veg-etables, especially green leafy vegetables, are extremely alkaline, and drinking them is an easy way to consume more. According to the Institute of Medicine’s Dietary Reference Intakes for Energy, Carbohydrates, Fiber, Fat, Fatty Acids, Cholesterol, Protein and Amino Acids, the average adult needs about 50 grams of protein a day. Eating normal meals generally supplies that. Greens, despite the common misconception, also contain a good amount of protein when eaten in large quantities, which green drinks provide. Getting started requires only a blender or juicer, depending on the recipe. Juicing is great for a quick jolt of concentrated energy; the drink deliv-ers maximum nutrient intake, and the absence of fiber enables near-immediate absorption of vitamins and minerals. Juicing is also preferred by people with digestive issues or those looking to cleanse or heal their system.

consciouseating While blending a green smoothie reduces nutrient concentration through oxidation, by whipping air into the drink, it is ideal for people that need to keep their sugar in check. It’s the flip side of juicing, which can turn a five-pound bag of fruits and greens into a glass of concentrated fruit sugars, called fructose. Blending also delivers fiber, which helps keep the digestive tract in tip-top shape. It can even serve as a complete meal; you can add avocado or raw almond butter for healthy fats, and protein powder, raw chocolate and bee pollen for extra stamina and endur-ance—much more than what is possible using a juicer. In most cases, a typical blender will suffice. However, when blending fruits and vegetables with a harder consisten-cy, such as carrots, pineapple hearts and apples, or waxy greens like kale, you will need more specialized equipment. Two professional blenders, Blendtec and Vitamix, are a good fit for home counter-tops. Spinach, chard and mixed greens make a perfect base for beginners. Just blend or juice them with a few sweet fruits and berries like banana, blueber-ries and apple to disguise the green taste. From there, you can experiment by adding more potent ingredients like kale, beet greens, mustard greens, arugula and watercress. Mint or other herbs add a refreshing twist. It helps newcomers to start with more fruits than greens, and then gradually shift the balance. For even more smoothie nutrition, try adding superfoods, such as puréed pumpkin, coconut milk or oil, nut and seed butters, avocado and even garlic. To assuage a sweet tooth, add a dash of honey or pitted dates to the blender. You don’t have to live like a strict dieter, athlete or nutritionist to be healthier and feel better. Just toss a few fruits and greens into a blender or juicer each day and drink to your health.

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Cool SlawThis refreshing summer delight is perfect for parties by the pool, barbecues and picnics in the park. Broccoli’s cancer-fighting properties com-bat carcinogens introduced to meat by a smoky grill. Ginger works to settle stomachs and has long been a remedy for heartburn.

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Berry PatchThis sweet treat is an easy way to introduce dark greens like collards into your diet. Collards have a strong, distinct flavor when cooked, but when blended raw among earthy-sweet and tropical flavors like kiwi and strawberry, they can add a spicy zing to a fruit smoothie. Mangoes enhance the health benefits with enzymes that aid digestion, glutamine for memory power, and heart-healthy antioxidants.

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GuavacadoGuavas can be hard to come by and vary in size, shape and texture. Sort the seeds before dropping the ingredients into the blender, as some may be too hard to break up and should go into the composter. Also, some guava skin can be thick and bitter; test a bit of its zest before blending.

1 cup guava 1 avocado 1 cup mango 1 lemon (juice) Water

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Tropical SunBefore the new day starts, treat yourself to a flavorful getaway filled with rich vitamins. Bok choy, categorized as a negative calorie food, because it helps burn calories, nicely complements tropical elements. Garnish with a tiny umbrella and feel the sea breeze.

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Hormones rule our lives; it’s a simple fact of biochemistry. In their role as the body’s chemi-

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Teens and Early 20sPuberty and the early reproductive years should be the physical peak of a young woman’s life; when she is physically active and full of energy and youthful health. It’s also the time when breasts develop, hips widen, pubic hair appears, menstruation begins, and she becomes capable of pregnancy. The good news is that several studies by the National Cancer Institute and the University of California, Los Angeles, have shown that regular exercise under-taken at this age results in lower estrogen levels throughout a woman’s life, greatly reducing her risk of breast cancer and other hormonal cancers. Yet, C.W. Ran-dolph, Jr., a leading bioidentical hormone physician and co-author of From Hor-mone Hell to Hormone Well, reports that

the ideal hormonal balance is routinely upset today. Culprits are obesity among young American women and the every-day presence of toxic estrogenic chemi-cals in today’s dairy products and meat, personal care products, plastics, food containers, pesticides and herbicides, as well as car exhaust. “These compounds often have chemi-cal structure similar to estrogen and can act like estrogen when introduced into the body,” Randolph explains. “Over time, these substances can increase estrogen in the body, potentially causing problems.” Categorized as xenoestrogens, these hormone disruptors can cause rapid growth in breast tissue and have been blamed for the appearance of breast tis-sue and even milk production in girls as young as 18 months and the early onset of puberty, particularly among African-American girls. They are also suspected in the rising incidence of breast cancer in younger women today.

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The Hormone Balancing ActNatural Strategies for Feeling Betterby Kathleen Barnes

Ways to Avoid Manmade Estrogensd Choose organic milk and dairy products.

d Eat organic meats and wild-caught fish.

d Avoid canned foods and plastic water and soda bottles.

d Do not use lawn or garden chemical pesticides or herbicides.

d Shed outdoor shoes before entering the house.

d Avoid furniture made from medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and synthetic carpeting; these materials outgas toxic chemicals.

d Use natural household-cleaning products, including baking soda and vinegar.

d Choose natural personal care products, including shampoos, lotions and cosmetics.


Foods to Reduce Estrogen Dominanced Cruciferous vegetables and green leafy vegetables with indole-3- carbinol to decrease xenoestrogens, including broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, spinach, celery and kale; two to three servings a day

d Any citrus fruits, which have d-limonene to promote estrogen detoxi-fication; one serving a day

d Insoluble fiber as an estrogen binder, such as oats, berries, dried beans and apples; two servings a day

d Lignans as estrogen binders, such as flaxseed, sesame seeds and flaxseed oil; two to three tablespoons a day

Source: From Belly Fat to Belly Flat, by Dr. C.W. Randolph, Jr., and Genie James

pounds in the belly area, and belly fat pro-duces more estrogen. It’s a vicious cycle.” Lucille considers perimenopause the opposite of puberty and counsels, “While we are dealing with these changes, bring-ing some hormones on board for a short time can be a valuable tool.” However, she cautions, replacing anything isn’t the issue. “You have to look at the big picture,” she avers. “Putting hormones into a toxic body is like putting gas into a dirty gas tank. We have to restore function first.” Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) has been a boon for mil-lions. Results of the Women’s Health Initia-tive, a national study of women’s health be-tween 1991 and 2002, involving more than 160,000 postmenopausal women ages 50 to 79, sparked more widespread use early in the 21st century, when research began to show the dire consequences of synthetic hormone replacement. Northrup calls bioidenticals “nature’s ideal design,” due to the prescription of individually tailored doses, custom-made by compounding pharmacies. Although these are rarely covered by insurance, estradiol-only patches may be; however, additional progesterone and testosterone may still be necessary, depending on test results, according to Northrup.

and the end of childbearing years, typical-ly show up between the early and late 30s. These range from hot flashes, night sweats and insomnia to weight gain, fuzzy thinking and redistribution of hair on the body. Again, the presence of xen-oestrogens and stress contribute. Women of other cultures rarely ex-perience the intensity of perimenopausal symptoms that Western women report. So does that make perimenopause a lifestyle disease, as well? Emphatically yes, says Holly Lucille, a doctor of naturopathy, registered nurse and past president of the California Naturo-pathic Doctors Association. “Diet and life-style are absolutely essential to a healthy hormonal system,” which she explains in her book, Creating and Maintaining Bal-ance: A Woman’s Guide to Safe, Natural, Hormone Health. “The biochemistry of the body is based on vitamins and minerals. If we compromise food and lifestyle choices, we are not getting the nutrients necessary to have a healthy endocrine system.” Weight gain is a particular concern during perimenopause. In their book, From Belly Fat to Belly Flat, Dr. Randolph and Genie James, co-founders of the Natural Hormone Institute, advocate a specific eating plan to override belly fat and related accu-mulating effects of excess estrogen. “In perimenopause, progesterone production usually declines rapidly, more than 120 times faster than estrogen or testosterone production. That’s what aggravates the symptoms,” Randolph notes. “Because women in perimenopause are usually still menstruating, they think their hor-mones are okay.” “The more body fat you have, the more estrogen tips the hormonal imbal-ance,” says Lucille. “Those fat cells hold on to toxins and place more burden on the liver, making it unable to effectively metabolize those extra estrogens,” which are stored in body fat and brought into the body as xenoestrogens. “At the end of the day, estrogen is a messenger, and its message is to tell cells to grow and prolif-erate. That’s what we don’t want.” When estrogen becomes dominant, several things happen, including a more rapid release of insulin from the pancreas, which triggers sugar cravings. “It’s not a willpower problem,” Randolph assures. “Too much estrogen causes you to pack on the

Menopause, blames the stress of modern lifestyles for hormone disruptions in women in their childbearing years. “The stress hormones cortisol and epinephrine can have long-term effects on all other hormones,” advises Northrup. Concurrently, many women sacri-fice self-nurturance in order to nurture others. The first result is often premen-strual syndrome (PMS), which Northrup calls a “lifestyle disease.” “We know that this problem seems to worsen with each subsequent child. That made the connec-tion for me,” she adds, “that with growing families and responsibilities, women no longer take care of themselves as well; no longer get the amount of exercise they once did. The body is quite forgiving in their 20s, much less so in their 30s.” Part of the result is the attempt to reduce stress levels by eating high-fat and high-sugar comfort foods. Weight gain, blood sugar imbalances and sex hormone imbalances follow. “Excess blood sugar changes the way estrogen, progester-one and testosterone are metabolized,” Northrup explains. “PMS and other problems of the reproductive years often go away when you get your blood sugar balanced, but—here’s the rub—you won’t get it rebalanced unless you are address-ing the very real stressors in your life.” Due to the presence of xenoestrogens and Americans’ general fondness for pro-cessed comfort foods, women in their child-bearing years are also increasingly afflicted by polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a condition characterized by overproduction of testosterone and other male hormones. Insulite Laboratories, in Louisville, Colorado, reports that infertility and early onset Type 2 diabetes, another hormonal imbalance problem, are closely connected to PCOS. The first priority for every woman at any age, counsels Northrup, is to get blood sugar (glucose) under control. “Get a glucometer. You don’t need a pre-scription. If your blood sugar level isn’t between 80 and 90 in the morning, you need to look at your diet and lifestyle. Getting this under control will create hormonal balance in the vast majority of women. It’s so simple.”

PerimenopauseThe next hormonal shift overlaps with a woman’s reproductive years. Symptoms of perimenopause, or the start of menopause


MenopauseIf a woman has had no menstrual periods for 12 months, she is considered to be in menopause. However, Lucille asserts, “Menopause is not a disease.” Northrup touts menopause as the most creative and precious time of a woman’s life; it is often a time of spiritual awakening. “When the female brain passes menopause, the brain changes,” advises

Northrup. “In a sense, we move from alternating current to direct current; I believe that this is the way the brain encodes wisdom.” “Yet there are women in their 60s that are still having hot flashes. What should they do?” queries Northrup. Natural alternatives exist that are safe and effective. “Many herbs have been used for millennia that have estrogen-like properties, but do not have estro-

1. Good diet that’s heavy on organic foods and low in saturated fats

2. Vitex, or chasteberry, to increase progesterone naturally and help balance excess estrogen

3. Black cohosh extract, like that found in Remifemin, to control hot flashes and night sweats

4. Blood sugar stability

5. Stress management, as well as adrenal support via an adrenal glandular supplement

6. Regular exercise

7. Bioidentical hormone replacement, if symptoms become too uncomfortable

Source: Creating and Maintaining Balance: A Woman’s Guide to Safe, Natural, Hormone Health, by Dr. Holly Lucille

Seven Steps to Address Perimenopausal Symptoms

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TUESDAY, MAY 8Stop Smoking with Hypnosis—6:30–7:30pm. Through hypnosis, smoking cessation is easily achieved in a one-hour session. $55. Bloomfield Hypnosis Counseling Center, 554 Bloomfield Av-enue, Bloomfield. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.

Meditation Basic—6:30–9pm. Basic meditation instruction including many Mystery School basic meditations, visualization techniques, mantra tech-niques, shamanic journeys. $50. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. LisaBellini.net.

Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Past Life Recall—7–9pm. Class taught by Christina Lynn Whited, spiri-tual healer and medium. Each person will be guided through a past life memory. $35. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

Lose Weight with Hypnosis—7:30–8:30pm. Through hypnosis, weight loss is easily and pain-lessly attained in a safe, effective program. $55. Bloomfield Hypnosis Counseling Center, 554 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.

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SOUND THERAPY INFORMATION SESSION

Wed May 9th from 7-9 PM.

THE DAVIS CENTER, 19 State Rt. 10 E, Ste 25, Succasunna, NJ; TheDavisCenter.com. Specializing in sound-based therapies for learning, development and wellness. All disabilities, all ages, all wellness challenges. Make positive change with sound therapy. We use The Davis Model of Sound Intervention and offer a Diagnostic Evaluation for Therapy Protocol to determine if, when, how long, and in what order the many sound-based therapies can be appropriately applied. Recognized as the world’s premier sound therapy center. Of-fering AIT, Tomatis, BioAcoustics and more. In office or at home programs available. Expe-rience our powerful Sound Relaxation Water Bed! Discover how sound changes the energy of the body for a more balanced life! Call 862-251-4637; [email protected].

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THE BEAR GROUP PRESENTS AN ART AUCTION AND DINNER

May 24 at 6 pm Van Vleck House and Gardens

21 Van Vleck St., Montclair

Discover the true connections between bears and humans. Join us in celebrating 20 years of commitment for the protection of New Jer-sey’s Black Bears. Your $40 ticket /donation includes a delicious gourmet vegan dinner & dessert, special guest speakers, a slide presen-tation on the true nature of Black Bears,“What would you do if you saw a Bear?” and signed original artworkfor auction.

Tickets for sale at SaveNJBears.com. Or reserve your tickets by calling 973-517-0293

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“THE POWER OF POSITIVE MEDICINE”

A WELLNESS GALA™ EVENT

Saturday, June 23, 10am–6pm William Paterson University

Wayne, NJ.

Wellness gala mini-sessions offered all day along with four speakers.

Bernie Siegel, M.D., keynote speaker. New York Times bestselling author, voted one of the top 20 most spiritual people in the world. Joan Herrmann, Radio host of CYACYL on NYC’s Apple radio.James Cowan, M.D., of the Cowan Wellness Center, specializing in alternative treatments for woman. Robert Kandarjian, D.C., acclaimed medical intuitive, healer & author.

Ticket price includes mini-sessions with prac-titioners, workshops & speakers, $50 Buffet Lunch, additional $15.

Visit WellnessGala.com for more information.

calendarofeventsFor more complete calendar information, see Natural AwakeningsNJ.com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 2Women’s Health and Nutrition Group—11am–12:30pm. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. In this ongoing group, get ready for swimsuit season, boost energy, and stop stomach pain. Christine Grasso, Holistic Health Coach. Sign up by 5/1 at ChristineGrasso.com, 201-787-4950 or [email protected]. $79–$89/month. Mt. Tabor Healing Center, 999 Tabor Road, 2nd Floor, Morris Plains.

THURSDAY, MAY 3Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Class 3 of Dian’s Nutritional Certification Prep Course—11am–4pm.Topics: Future of Food, Digestion & Elimina-tion, Cleanse & Detox. Meets every other week for 6 months. Those interested in sampling a class, RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

FRIDAY, MAY 4Gifts of the Spirit—10am–6pm. Friday & Sunday, May 4 & 6. Clairvoyance, clairaudience, and clairsen-tience are the manifestation of the spiritual senses. The spiritual senses allow you to connect to unseen forces for guidance, teaching, healing. $333. Lisa Bellini, 23 Diamond Spring Road,, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. [email protected]. LisaBellini.net.

Retreat at the Lake—Toltec Teachings, Practices and Mitote—May 4–May 6. Stay in a gorgeous


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WEDNESDAY, MAY 9Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Nutritional Applied Kinesiology (Muscle Testing) Class—7–9pm. Kine-siology theory & assessment of health and nutritional status using a map of the human body. Bring a partner. Practice session during class. $35. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

Reiki Circle Intro—8–9pm. Come explore Reiki and healing energy. Guided Meditation, Heal-ing Circle, and brief Reiki sample; all questions welcome! $10 suggested donation. Miriam’s Well Healing LLC, 26 West Park Place, 2nd floor, Mor-ristown. 917-202-0475. MiriamsWellHealing.com.

Yoga of Eating Club for Women—8–9:30pm. Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. Learn to eat mind-fully in a guilt-free way. In this ongoing club, find out how to avoid weight gain and emotional eating by reducing stress. Christine Grasso, Holistic Health Coach, Yoga Teacher. Register by 5/7 at PurpleO-mYoga.com or to [email protected]. 973-343-2848. $59–$65/month. Purple Om Yoga Studio, 3118 Route 10W, Denville.

THURSDAY, MAY 10Putting the Pieces Together: Self-Advocacy, Self-Esteem and Wellness—10am–3pm. Lectures, workshops and exhibition hall geared toward the eight dimensions of wellness for adults with seri-ous mental illness. Free. Morris County Public Safety Training Academy, 500 West Hanover Ave, Parsippany. 973-463-9600 x 318. [email protected]. CommunityHope-NJ.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 12Grandeur, Complexity and Plurality in Islamic Art: A Day at the Metropolitan Museum of Art—

8:30am–1pm. Robert Corin Morris offers historical perspectives on the newly renovated Islamic Art col-lection; guided museum tour. Meet at MMA or travel together from Summit Station. $35 ($30 Members). Interweave.org or 908-277-2120.

Mini-Workshop Day!—11am–6pm. A day filled with mini-workshops, mini-healing sessions and a whole lot of fun! $25 for the day! Reader available for additional cost. The Art of the Heart, 15 Perry Street, Chester. 908-879-3937. [email protected]. TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com.

Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Interpreting Medical Blood Tests Naturally, Part One—Noon-3pm. By Dian Freeman. $35. Covering the supplements needed to address out of bounds blood test results. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

Aligning with the Flow of Life: Yoga Workshop with Phil DiLavore—3–5pm. Practice sequences that help align our bodies, get us feeling good, and help us feel free to “go with the flow.” $30. Purple Om Yoga, 3118 Route 10 West, Denville. 973-343-2848. [email protected]. PurpleOmYoga.com.

Sunset Kirtan—5:30–7pm. Sunset Kirtan with 40-year Kirtan practitioners Laksmi Nrsimha das and his wife Pattarajni. $10 suggested donation. Studio Yoga Madison, 2 Green Village Rd., Madison. 973-966-5311. [email protected]. StudioYogaNJ.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 13Psychic Development—10am–2pm. Opening Up the Psychic Within. In this three-week course, learn how to unlock your true gift, channel your own strengths and understand how they relate to some unusual things that may happen to you in your life. $90. Sacred Light Center, Temporary Location, Mor-ris Plains. 973-784-4211. SacredLightCenter.com.

MONDAY, MAY 14Readings by Michael Zaikowski—11am–4pm. The Practical Maji (ThePracticalMaji.com) will be available for 30–minute ($65) or one–hour ($125) readings using Tarot cards or astrology. Call to schedule an appointment at Dian’s Wellness Simpli-fied in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

TUESDAY, MAY 15Introduction to Palm Reading—6:30–9pm. This class is a prerequisite to the Certification of Level II of the Crystal Pyramid Technique. Must register for all classes. $35. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 9089632628. [email protected]. LisaBellini.net.

Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Series: Alternatives to Meditation—7–9pm. Locating your meditation zone through arts and crafts. Topic One: Finding Your Po-etic Voice; Part One: Class taught by Robert Corman, poet and dialogue facilitator. $35. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 16Women’s Health and Nutrition Group—11am–12:30pm. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. In this ongoing group, get ready for swimsuit season, boost energy, and stop stomach pain. Christine Grasso, Holistic

Health Coach. Sign up by 5/1 at ChristineGrasso.com, 201-787-4950 or [email protected]. $79–$89/month. Mt. Tabor Healing Center, 999 Tabor Road, 2nd Floor, Morris Plains.

Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Interpreting Medi-cal Blood Tests Naturally, Part Two—7–9pm By Dian Freeman. $35. Continuing coverage of the supplements needed to address out of bounds blood test results. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

The 5 “Healthy” Foods That Could Be Ruining Your Health—8–9:30pm. Join Christine Grasso, Ho-listic Health & Nutrition Coach and Yoga Teacher, to learn how to identify your hidden food allergies so you can lose those stubborn pounds and heal your diges-tion. Register by 5/14 at PurpleOmYoga.com. FREE. Purple Om Yoga Studio, 3118 Route 10W, Denville. 201-787-4950. [email protected].

THURSDAY, MAY 17Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Class 4 of Dian’s Nutri-tional Certification Prep Course— 11am–4pm. Topics: Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, Blood Sugar and Weight Control. Meets every other week for 6 months. Those interested in sampling a class, RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

Stop Smoking with Hypnosis—6:30–7:30pm. Through hypnosis, smoking cessation is easily achieved in a one-hour session. Eliminate the craving for tobacco while minimizing discomfort. $55. Bloom-field Hypnosis Counseling Center, 554 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.

Lose Weight with Hypnosis—7:30–8:30pm. Through hypnosis, weight loss is easily and painless-ly attained. Shed unwanted pounds and keep them off in a safe, effective program. $55. Bloomfield Hypnosis Counseling Center, 554 Bloomfield Av-enue, Bloomfield. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 18Yoga Flicks at Studio Yoga—7:30–9pm. Yoga Flicks at Studio Yoga – The Zeitgeist Addendum. Vince Brink will give a talk following the movie. $10. Studio Yoga Madison, 2 Green Village Rd., Madison. 973-966-5311. [email protected]. StudioYogaNJ.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 19Adept into the Hierarchy of Light—10am–6pm. Discover and completely connect with your soul purpose, and receive higher light and knowledge. $395. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring

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FENG SHUI CLASSES IN THE DENVILLE HOME

OF DEANNA TRUST

May 14, 21 and June 4

Explore the exquisite depth and beauty of Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese art of placement. Join Deanna Trust in her frequently publicized and televised Morris County home as she unmasks the multifold mystical and spiritual aspects of Feng Shui.

Topics include:

• Inviting pathways and front-door savvy• Working with your floor plan• Power furniture placement & working

with Feng Shui objects• House selection • Bathroom & bedroom Feng Shui• Your personal chi and colors best for you

$90 for 3 sessions TrustFengShui.com • 973-366-3570


SUNDAY, MAY 20Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Class 4 of Dian’s Nutritional Certification Prep Course—Noon–5pm. Topics: Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, Blood Sugar and Weight Control. Meets every other week for 6 months. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

TUESDAY, MAY 22Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Meet Your Spirit Guides—7–9pm. Class taught by Christina Lynn Whited, spiritual healer and medium. Each person will be introduced to her spirit guides. $35. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 23Learn How to Change Your Life—6:30–9pm. Learn that with intent through the practice of visu-alization, words, emotions and prayer, you can bring forth all you desire. $35. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. [email protected]. LisaBellini.net.

Stop Smoking with Hypnosis—6:30–7:30pm. Through hypnosis, smoking cessation is easily achieved in a one-hour session. $49. Roxbury High School, 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.

Weight Management with Hypnosis—7:30–8:30pm. Shed unwanted pounds and keep them off in a safe, effec tive program. $52. Roxbury High School, 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.

Reiki Circle Intro—8–9pm. Come explore Reiki and healing energy. $10 suggested donation. Miriam’s Well Healing LLC, 26 West Park Place, 2nd floor, Morristown. 917-202-0475. [email protected]. MiriamsWellHealing.com.

Yoga of Eating Club for Women—8–9:30pm. Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. In this ongoing club, find out how to avoid weight gain and emo-tional eating by reducing stress. Christine Grasso, Holistic Health Coach, Yoga Teacher. Register by 5/7 at PurpleOmYoga.com or to [email protected] .973-343-2848. $59–$65/month. Purple Om Yoga Studio, 3118 Route 10W, Denville.

The Tuning Effect—8:30–9:15pm. Bring mind and body back in tune by learning to harness the power of your mind. $49. Roxbury High School, 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna. 908-996-3311. HypnosisNJ.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 24Working with Crystals—6:30–9pm. Learn about the healing properties of crystals. $35. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. [email protected]. LisaBellini.net.

SATURDAY, MAY 26Palm Reading Special—11am–5pm. Palm Reading Special. $35. Lisa Bellini, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 9082836375. [email protected]. LisaBellini.net.

Dian’s Wellness Simplified—Interpreting Medi-cal Blood Tests Naturally, Part Two by Dian Free-man—Noon–3pm. $35. Covering the supplements needed to address out of bounds blood test results. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

TUESDAY, MAY 29Spiritual Gathering Service—6:30pm–9pm. Rev. Lisa Bellini will be holding a Spiritual Gathering Service. Meditation, inspirational message, sing-ing, prayer, mini-healing, channeled messages. $10– $35. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. [email protected]. LisaBellini.net.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 30Interpreting Medical Blood Tests Naturally, Part Two by Dian Freeman—7–9pm. $35. Covering the supplements needed to address out of bounds blood test results. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816.

THURSDAY, MAY 31Spiritual Development—6:30–9pm. Automatic writing, telepathy, aura viewing, energy feeling, healing energy, and much more. $35. Crystal Heal-ing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. [email protected]. LisaBellini.net.

Road,, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. [email protected]. LisaBellini.net.

Reiki Level I—10am–3:30pm. Traditional Usui and Sekhem-Seichim Reiki. Learn how to balance yourself mentally, emotionally and physically. $100. Sacred Light Center, Temporary Location, Morris Plains. 973-784-4211. SacredLightCenter.com.

Beyond Fear to Freedom—A Spiritual Warrior Workshop—11am–6pm.With Janet StraightArrow, Shaman-Teacher-Healer. Toltec tools and wisdom and powerful energy to help us find freedom and live the truth of who we are each moment. Morris-town, 973-647-2500. [email protected]. BeTheMedicine.com.

Crystal Pyramid Technique Level I—11am–6pm. Includes manual, meditation CD and awakening oil. $333. Crystal Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 9, Denville. 908-283-6375. [email protected]. LisaBellini.net.

Make Your Own Mala Beads Workshop—2–4pm. Ages 16–adult. From a selection of semi-precious and wood beads, learn to create your own set of beads for prayer or meditation. RSVP by Friday 5/18 at 908-879-9648 or email [email protected]. $35. The School of Royal Yoga, 57 Main Street, Chester. TheRoyalPathwaysInc.com.

Certification in Pet CPR—6–7:30 pm and Certifi-cation in Pet First Aid—8–9:30pm. $30 each or take both for $50. By Dian Sichta, Pet Tech Instructor. RSVP at Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown at 973-267-4816. Also May 23, same times.

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sunday Summit Unitarian Worship Service—9am & 10:45am. The Unitarian Church, 4 Waldron Ave., Summit. 908-273-3245.

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

Morristown Unitarian Fellowship—Worship services at 10am. Children and Youth Religious Education at 9am. 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. 973-540-1177, ext. 201.

Fresh Freedom Call Ministry—9:30am–3pm. This nonprofit organization ministers and serves lunch to more than 75 people each week at Fresh Anoint-ing International Church, 23-25 Washington St (corner of James St.), Newark. FreshFreedomCall.org or call 973-713-2145.

Morning Satsang with Rev. Jaganath Carrera—10am–noon. $25. Presented by Yoga Life Society. Held at Serenity Yoga & Wellness Spa, 1244 McBride Ave., Woodland Park. YogaLifeSociety.com.

Orange Unitarian Worship Service—10:30am. The First Unitarian Universalist Church of Essex County, 35 Cleveland St., Orange. 973-674-0010. EssexUU.org.

Center for Spiritual Living ~ Morristown—11am Sunday Celebration and Youth Program, followed by refreshments at noon in Friendship Hall. 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. 973-539-3114.

Unity of Sussex County—11am Sunday Celebration and Youth Program, followed by fellowship in Wakeman Hall. 25 Mudcut Rd, Lafayette. 973-383-6277. UnityofSussex.org.

Chatham Drum Circle & Sacred Circle of Sound—3pm Third Sundays. Friends (Quaker) Meeting House, Southern Blvd., Chatham Twp. Donations welcome. No calls Sunday: 973-657-9696 or 212-475-1090.

Free Community Yoga Classes—4–5pm Free; donations appreciated. Pur-pleOmYoga.com. Purple Om Yoga, 3118 Rt. 10 W., Denville. 973-343-2848.

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

mondayStrength and Cardio Classes—Various times and locations in Long Valley and Chester. Spring session of Strength and Cardio classes begin the first week in April. Call 201-317-5871 for further information. [email protected].

Morris County Career Network—9–11am Second and fourth Mondays. Practice your pitch, exchange business ideas, etc. Held at St. Peter’s Morristown Parish Hall, 70 Maple Ave., Morristown. Parking provided by Assumption Church at lower lot behind 95 Maple Ave. [email protected].

The Radiant Self: Women’s Creative & Spiritual Exploration Group—9:30–11:30am Mondays. Delve deeper within and discover your radiant self and how to express her. Must register. Nonrefundable $40 registration fee; $20 weekly fee. More info at 908-879-3937 or TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com.

Ongoing Qigong with Sal Canzonieri—Noon. Mondays. Held at The Art of the Heart, 15 Perry St., Chester. Call Sue at 908-879-3937 for pricing & more info. TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com.

Lunchtime Chi Kung (Qigong)—Noon–1pm Mondays. Held at Clear Moun-tain Zen Center, 22 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair. More info at 973-857-9536 or [email protected]. Mir-Yam.com.

Beginner Yoga Adult Class—Noon–1pm Drop-in $25; 4 sessions $75; 8 ses-sions $130; New Student promotion 3 sessions $45. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294.

Noontime Energy Enhancing Blasts with Sal Canzonieri—Noon–1pm Mondays. Lunchtime energy healing. $15. Register at 908-879-3937. The Art of the Heart, 15 Perry St, Chester. TheArtofTheHeart-Chester.com.

Yoga for Kids—4:30–5:15pm 6–9-yr.-olds. Mondays. 6 wks. $69; $14 drop-in. Must register. Studio Yoga, 2 Green Village, Madison. 973-966-5311. StudioYogaNJ.com. [email protected].

Tai Chi—5pm Mondays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.

Meditation—6:30pm Mondays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.

Tai Chi & Qigong—7pm Mondays. All levels. Featuring Qigong for energy, Sun Style Tai Chi, and meditations for health. Institute for Spiritual Develop-ment, 15 Sparta Ave., Sparta. More info at 973-786-6466 or [email protected].

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Meditation in the Salt Room—7–8pm Third Mondays. Every class concludes with guided relaxation and a few minutes of salt therapy. $15. Must register at [email protected] or 908-665-0333. Respira Salt Wellness Center, 472 Springfield Ave., Berkeley Heights.

Reiki in the Salt Room—7–8:30pm Second and fourth Mondays. Enjoy Reiki in the salt room; includes guided meditation, intro to Reiki, chair treatments, and a few minutes of salt therapy. $20. Register at [email protected] or 908-665-0333. Respira Salt Wellness Center, 472 Springfield Ave., Berkeley Heights.

Psychic Mediumship—7–9pm First three Mondays. Gather with two to five family members and attempt to contact the energy of your loved ones who have passed away. Bring a digital recorder. Held in Netcong. Call 908-852-4635 to register. [email protected]. HYP4LIFE.com.

Psychic Development Class—7–9pm Last Mondays. $10. Held in Netcong. Call 908-852-4635 to register. [email protected]. HYP4LIFE.com.

Herbal Medicine and Essential Oils, Physical and Metaphysical Healing—7–9pm Last Mondays. Goddess In Eden (housed in Blu Lotus), 20 Church St., Montclair. 732-745-7455. [email protected] or Robin@ GoddessInEden.com. VirginiaAhearn.com or GoddessInEden.com.

A Course in Miracles—7:30pm Mondays. Unity of Montclair, 84 Orange Rd., Montclair. $10 suggested donation. Contact Connie at 973-239-8402 for details. UnityofMontclair.com.

Psychic Readings with Sue—7:30–9pm Mondays. Call 908-879-3937 to schedule an appt. Held at The Art of the Heart at 15 Perry St., Chester.

Law of Attraction Meeting—7:30–9pm First Mondays. 973-383-6847 or [email protected]. FreshLookonLife.com. Fresh Look on Life, 31 Rt. 206, Suite 3, Augusta.

tuesdayAstrology Classes—Weekly Astrology Classes in Livingston. Also available for private reading and tutoring. For more info call Eytan 973-985-8845.

Chair Yoga—7am. Enjoy the benefits of yoga while sitting on a chair. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph. 973-866-5776. [email protected]. RandolphPRWC.com.

Open Sky Yoga—9:15–10:30am Mixed level. Schiff Nature Preserve, 339 Pleasant Valley Rd., Mendham. 973-543-6004. SchiffNaturePreserve.org. [email protected].

White Oak Yoga—9:30–10:45am or 5:45–7pm Mixed level. $10 or $50 for six classes. Taught by Elizabeth Bell. Sparta Ambulance Bldg, 14 Sparta Ave., 973-729-1900. WhiteOakCenter.com.

Open Sky Yoga—10:45am–Noon. Beginners. Schiff Nature Preserve, 339 Pleasant Valley Rd., Mendham. 973-543-6004. SchiffNaturePreserve.org. [email protected].

Intro to Nia—3:15pm Tuesdays. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.

Awareness through Movement Classes with Diane Bates—4:30–5:15pm Tuesdays. Ease pain, improve posture, prevent injury, increase energy and reduce stress. $15. Held at 24 Elm St., Room 1, Morristown. Call 973-534-8122 or email [email protected] for more info.

Preschool Yoga Class—4:30–5:15pm Tuesdays. More info at 201-213-1294. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St. Morristown. TheWholeChildNJ.Health.OfficeLive.com.

Yoga—5pm Tuesdays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Car-diovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.

Girl’s Yoga Class—5:30–6:30pm Tuesdays. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294.

CHi Positive Energy Network—6–8pm Every other Tuesday. Northern NJ Spirit Connections, Business Referrals & New Clients. RSVP CeCe at 973-285-7590 or [email protected]. Held at The Paris Inn Restaurant, 1292 Alps Rd., Wayne. Visit CHiConsultant.com/eVents for details and directions.

SMART Recovery—6:30–8pm Tuesdays. Secular, science-based recovery group for support and assistance with all forms of addictive behavior. Free. Roxbury Twp. Library. 201-774-8323. [email protected].

Level 1 Hatha Yoga—7:30pm. Includes a wide range of yoga poses, breath awareness, alignments, relaxation, and meditation. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph. 973-866-5776. [email protected]. RandolphPRWC.com.

Meditation—7–7:30pm Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette. 973-383-6277. UnityofSussex.org.

Mother/Daughter Yoga—7–8pm Tuesdays. More info at 201-213-1294. Pediat-ric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St. Morristown. TheWholeChildNJ.Health.OfficeLive.com.

Reiki Circle for Everyone—7–8:30pm First Tuesdays. Learn more about this natural healing modality or brush up on your skills. By donation. Andrea Grace at the Center for Natural Healing, Kings Plaza, Upper Level, 430 Springfield Ave., Ste. 209, Berkeley Heights. 908-963 7911. [email protected].

Debtors Anonymous Meeting—7–8:30pm Tuesdays. 12-step meeting for those dealing with debt, overspending and under-earning. Downstairs Main Bldg. at Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church, 1 East Oak St. 877-717-3328 or Njpada.org.

Sacred Light Circle of Intention, Prayer, Meditation and Healing—7–9pm Second & fourth Tuesdays. Suggested offering $11. More info at [email protected] or 973-366-8765. Held at Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave., Rockaway. 973-985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com.


The Spirit Gathering Church—7:15pm Tuesdays. Prayer, energy healing, discussion, meditation and mediumship. Facilitated by Rev. Susan C. Nigra, CHt. Held in the rear of Yoga West, 86 Main St., Succasunna. Donations appreciated. 973-691-9244 or 973-876-2449. [email protected]. TheSpiritGathering.net.

The Morris Music Men Quartet—7:30pm Tues-days. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 300 Shunpike Rd., Chatham. Sing and socialize. Newcomers always welcome. 877-808-8697. MorrisMusicMen.org.

North American Butterfly Association—7:30pm First Tuesdays. Frelinghuysen Arboretum Education Center, 53 East Hanover Ave., Morristown. 973-326-7600.

Restorative Yoga—7:30pm Tuesdays. Community House, Madison. Contact [email protected] for schedule and details.

A Course in Miracles—7:30pm Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. Miracles-Course.org. Garwood. Betsy Zipkin 732-469-0234.

Meditation and Healing Group—7:30pm Second and fourth Tuesdays. Sponsored by the Metaphysi-cal Center of NJ, in Towaco. Free. Contact Peggy Tierney for directions and info at 973-299-0172.

Book Study Group—7:30–9pm Held at Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette. Unityof-Sussex.org. More info: 973-383-6277.

The Gathering—7:30–9:30pm First and third Tues-days. Worship Service with Christina Lynn Whited. Offering of $10-$20 requested. Call 908-638-9066 to register. Circle of Intention, 76 Main St., High Bridge. CircleOfIntention.com.

Happy Soles Scottish Country Dance Classes, Fanwood—7:30–10pm Tuesdays from Sept thru May. Last class before the summer break is May 22. Beginners welcome; no exp. or partner necessary. Fanwood Presbyterian Church, 74 S. Martine Ave. at LaGrande Ave., Fanwood. $3 per class. More info at 732-356-3923 or [email protected].

wednesdayWhite Oak Center Organic Co-Op—Every other Wednesday. Delivered by Albert’s Organics.

Membership $20, then $35 bimonthly. White Oak Center, 33 Woodport Rd., Sparta. For more info, contact Brian Trautz at 973-729-1900 or [email protected].

Free 8 Week Vinyasa Yoga—-9:15am–10:15am. Free. First Presbyterian Church of Springfield, 37 Church Mall Rd, Springfield. Reserve: 973-379-4320. [email protected].

Chakra Yoga with Chant and Tibetan Yoga—9:30–10:45am Wednesdays. Westfield Yoga, 231 Elmer St., Westfield. Call 908-232-1355 for details.

Yoga for Women’s Health—9:30–10:45am Poses to help you better address menstruation, menopause, pel-vic floor issues, and basic back care. The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave., Ste. 208, 2nd Fl., Glen Ridge.

Kundalini Yoga—10am Wednesdays. Upper Montclair. 908-884-4984. [email protected]. AkalsukhSingh.com.

Children’s Yoga—10–11am. For ages 3–5. Must be toilet trained. This is a drop-off class. $20/class; $100 for all 6 classes. Respira Salt Wellness Center, 17 Briarwood Drive West, Berkeley Heights. 908-665-0333. [email protected]. respirasalt.com.

Vinyasa Yoga with Katarina (Kat) Baresic—11am Wednesdays. Mixed level (Beginner/Intermediate). Yoga West Holistic Center, 86 Main St., Succasunna. YogaWest.com. 973-584-6664.

Healing Meditations with Rev. Frankie—Noon. Center for Spiritual Living, 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. Free. 973-539-3333.

Cardio/Pilates Apparatus Circuit *NEW*—noon. Pilates at Pro Physical Therapy, 2 Emery Av-enue, Randolph. 973-895-9925. [email protected]. Proptnj.com.

Healing Touch Sessions with Maureen Ma-honey—1:30pm–4:30pm. By appointment. The Room Above, 2 East Main St., Brookside. 973-543-6329. [email protected].

Yoga/Pilates Fusion—3:30pm Wednesdays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Car-diovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.

Restorative Yoga—4:30pm Wednesdays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardio-

vascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.

Zumba—5:30pm Wednesdays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular In-stitute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.

Chi Kung (Qigong) for Women—5:30–6:30pm meets every week in Verona to practice gentle, re-laxing, and healing movement. All ages and levels welcome. Info and directions at 973-857-9536.

Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga with Karin Stoetzer—5:30–6:30pm Wednesdays. 10 classes, $150; $17 drop-ins. Held at The Room Above, 2 East Main St., Mend-ham-Brookside. [email protected]. Connect with Karin at 973-392-7795 or [email protected].

Guided Meditation & Chanting—6–7pm West-field Yoga Studio, 231 Elmer St., Westfield. $14 per class or $72 for 6. Preregister at 908-232-1355.

Beginner Yoga Adult Class—6:15–7:15pm Wednesdays. Drop-ins $20; 4 sessions $65; 8 ses-sions $120. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294.

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

Adult Yoga Class—6:30–7:30pm Wednesdays. Drop-in $25. 4 sessions, $75; 8 sessions, $130; New Student Three sessions, $45. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294.

A Course in Miracles—7–8:30pm Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. Miracles-Course.org. Fanwood. Peter Ferraro. 908-322-8181.

Women’s Healing Circle—7–9pm First Wednes-days. Support, share, bond and attain deep peace through guided meditation. Led by Lindsey Sass. Preregister at 973-714-0765. $30. The Healing Center, 142 Main St., Bloomingdale.

Introduction to Soto Zen Practice—7:15pm Hands-on instruction and explanation for seated and walking meditation. Dharma Talk and discussion. By donation. Rev. Shofu Keegan, Empty Hand Zen Group, 22 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair. 908-672-8782. EmptyHandZen.org.

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A Course in Miracles Study Group—7:15–9pm Westfield Yoga Studio, 231 Elmer St., Westfield. $10. Call in advance 908-232-1355.

The Morris County (West) Chapter of Holistic Moms Network—7:30pm First Wednesdays. Held at Chester Field House, 107 Seminary Ave., Chester. [email protected]

Sierra Club General Meeting—7:30pm Loan-taka Group. Second Wednesdays. Library of the Chathams, 214 Main St, Chatham. Directions: NewJersey.SierraClub.org.

Health & Wellness Professional Network ~Wellness Seminars—7:30–8:30pm Maplewood Memorial Library. Co-sponsored by HWPN and the Maplewood Library. Info Ilona Hress at [email protected]. HWPN.org.

International Folk Dancing—7:30–11pm Wednes-days. First hour dedicated to beginners and new dances. Mountain Lakes Community Church, 48 Briarcliff Rd., Mountain Lakes. $5. 973-627-4386 or 973-539-7020 or 973-635-4913.

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

Reiki Circle—8–9pm Wednesdays. Gentle intro to Reiki, guided meditation and Reiki sample. Questions welcome. $10 suggested donation. Miriam’s Well Healing at Wellness on the Green, 26 W. Park Pl., 2nd Fl., Morristown. 917-202-0475. MiriamsWellHealing @yahoo.com. MiriamsWellHealing.com.

thursdayYoga with Kathleen Margiotta—8–9am Thurs-days. Held at The Room Above, 2 East Main St., Mendham-Brookside. For more info and to register, email [email protected].

Morning Chi Kung (Qigong)—8:30–9:15am. All welcome. Movement is simple and adjustable to your needs. The WAE Center at Temple B’nai Shalom, 300 Pleasant Valley Way, W. Orange. 973-857-9536.

Be the Medicine ~ Refresh, Renew and Reclaim You—10am–Noon. Second and fourth Thursdays. Deep meditation, teachings and tools to live your

life. $35. Must register at 973-647-2500. Janet StraightArrow, 18 Bank St., Suite 300, Morristown. BeTheMedicine.com.

Talk & Tour with Tyrone—10am–noon. Whole Foods Market, 235 Prospect Ave. West Orange. Call 973-669-3196.

Beginner Yoga Adult Class—11am–noon. Thurs-days. Drop-ins, $20; 4 sessions, $65; 8 sessions, $120. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294.

Intro to Yoga Pilates—Noon. Thursdays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardio-vascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.

Healthy Food Prep Classes with Phyllis Deer-ing—Noon. Third Thursdays. Learn about deli-cious and healthy food preparation. $25; 4 for $75. Contact Marnie at Mountain Lakes Organic Co-op, LLC, 10 Vale Dr, Mountain Lakes. 973-335-4469. [email protected].

Lunch & Learn—Noon–1pm Thursdays. $10. Register at 908-879-3937. The Art of the Heart, 15 Perry St, Chester. TheArtofTheHeart-Chester.com.

White Oak Yoga—4:15–5:15pm Gentle Yoga. Taught by Elizabeth Bell. Sparta Ambulance Bldg, 14 Sparta Ave., 973-729-1900. WhiteOakCenter.com.

Personalized Fitness Consultations—5–8pm Thursdays. Learn how to lose weight and tone safely and effectively, and what to buy to set up your in-home exercise program. By appt. $20. Ryan Chi-ropractic, 961 Rt. 10 E., Randolph. 973-252-6040.

Evening Yoga Series—6:15pm–7:30pm. For adults. ‘All levels’ yoga series. Advance registration and monthly payment is required; Essex County Environmental Center, 621-B Eagle Rock Ave., Roseland. 973-228-8776.

Guided Astral Travel—6:30-7:15pm. 3rd Thurs-days. This is for people who want to increase mental ability, have control of their dreams and create the consciousness that brings them mastery in their lives. $15. Sacred Light Center, temporary location, Mor-ris Plains. 973-784-4211. SacredLightCenter.com.

Reiki Share—6:30–9pm Fourth Thursdays. Expe-rience Reiki’s healing touch by giving or receiv-ing. All welcome. Free. Aquarian Sun, 1574 Rt.

23 N, Suite C, Butler. 973-686-9100. Suzanne@ AquarianSun.net. AquarianSun.net.

Feng Shui Specialized Workshops—7pm. Continue to clarify how you want to create your life, clear clutter and find prosperity. The Room Above, 2 East Main St., Brookside. 201-400-4669. [email protected].

The Sussex County Chapter of Holistic Moms—7pm. Second Thursdays. Guest speakers, “Mom’s Nights Out,” play dates. Connecting mothers who care about holistic health and green living. Free. Held at Holy Counselor Lutheran Church, 68 Sand Hill Rd., Sussex. 973-347-1246. [email protected].

Chair Yoga in the Salt Room—7–8pm. Stretch and perform gentle yoga postures in the salt room. $120 for six classes; $25 per class. Must register at [email protected] or 908-665-0333. Respira Salt Wellness Center, 472 Springfield Ave., Berkeley Heights. 908-6650333. RespiraSalt.com.

Poetry Well Gathering—7–9pm Second Thurs-days. Share original work or your favorite poems. Suggested donation $10; includes tea/coffee and a light snack. Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave, Rockaway. Call Vicki at 973-985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com.

The Mystical Poet’s Society—7–9pm Last Thurs-days. Explore poetry, prose, prayers and intuitive thoughts of Mystical poets. Please bring your writing quill and parchment. $10 includes beverage and light snack. Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave., Rocka-way. 973-985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com.

Be The Medicine ~ Apprentice To You—7–9:30pm First and third Thursdays. Tools are taught to awaken you to live purposefully and freely. For healers, teachers, spiritual seekers. Janet StraightArrow, Be The Medicine, 18 Bank St., Suite 300, Morristown. 973-647-2500. BeTheMedicine.com.

Express Yoga—7:15pm. Designed to take the kinks and stress out of your day in only 45 minutes. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph 973-866-5776. [email protected]. RandolphPRWC.com.

Taking Control of Your Own Health and Wealth—7:30pm Thursdays. Discover the differ-ence between opportunity and success. Free. RSVP 908-461-0141 or [email protected]. 35 W. Main St., Denville.


Western Mystery Study—7:30-8:15pm. Sacred Light Western Mystery Circle. Come and join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month. We share knowl-edge and discuss ideas. We are open to qualified seek-ers who wish to transform their lives for the better. $10. Sacred Light Center, temporary location, Morris Plains. 973-784-4211. SacredLightCenter.com.

Adult Survivors of Child Abuse Support Group Meeting—7:30–9pm. We follow the ASCA meeting format and our goal is mutual support in a gentle and non-judgmental environment. For more details visit ascasupport.org or [email protected]. The Mor-ristown Chapter of ASCA, Church of the Redeemer, 36 South St., Morristown.

NJ Business Expansion Club—7:30–9pm Thurs-days. Learn step by step how to organize and manage your business more effectively so you may succeed in this economy. Free. WISE Business Expansion Club, 324 Morris Ave., Elizabeth. 908-355-0300. [email protected].

A Course in Miracles—7:30pm. Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. Miracles-Course .org. Summit. Betsy Zipkin. 732-469-0234.

A Course in Miracles—7:30pm Second Thursdays. Study group for the course in spiritual psycho-therapy. Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette. 973-383-6277. UnityofSussex.org.

Health and Wellness Professional Network Scotch Plains Meeting—7:30–9pm First Thurs-days. Bring business cards and brochures and network with your wellness community. Jewish Community Center of Central New Jersey, 1391 Martine Ave. Topics and info: Hwpn.org.

Women’s Interest Group—7:30–9:15pm every oth-er Thursday. Call to confirm date. Speak with women about health, marital, family and personal issues. The Riverview Marriage & Family Counseling Center, 43 Powhatatan Way, Mt. Olive. 908-850-5778.

Gentle Yoga—8pm. An effective approach to de-velop flexibility and strength and encourage deep relaxation. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph 973-866-5776. [email protected]. RandolphPRWC.com.

TrumpNetwork Presentation—8pm Thursdays. Timing is the key to success. Held at Jersey Chi-ropractic and Wellness Center, 35 West Main St., Suite 202, Denville. RSVP 908 461-0141. Office: 973 625-7800. [email protected].

Gentle Yoga with Daniella Hurley—8pm. Ran-dolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph. 973-866-5224.

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

Healing Chi Kung (Qigong) Meditation—9:30–11am, Standing and seated meditation practiced, Chi Kung principals and theory taught. Blu Lotus,

20 Church St., Montclair. Call before attending first class. 973-857-9536.

Morning Meditation—10–11am Fridays. Held at The Art of the Heart, 15 Perry St., Chester. RSVP at 908-879-3937. More info at TheArtoftheHeart-Chester .com.

Meditation in the Salt Room—10–11am 1st and 3rd Fridays. Every class concludes with guided relaxation and a few minutes of salt therapy. $15. Bring a meditation pillow or sit in one of our chairs. Must register at 908-665-0333 or [email protected]. Respira Salt Wellness Center, 472 Springfield Ave., Berkeley Heights. RespiraSalt.com.

Kripalu Mixed Level Yoga with Sr. Level Yoga Teacher, Stacy Ackerman—10:15–11:30 a.m. Begin each weekend with a nurturing practice taught by a seasoned teacher/yoga therapist. Beginners wel-come. Yoga Way, 18 Elm Street, Morristown. Stacy at 973-895-9165 or [email protected]

Overeaters Anonymous Meeting—10:30am–Noon. 12-step group to support those losing weight or wishing to maintain long-term weight loss. Free. Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church, 75 Ridgedale Ave., Cedar Knolls. Call before attending to confirm with Angie: 973-794-3443. Wjioa.org.

Zumba—11am Fridays. $10. The Healthy Life-styles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.

Yoga—Noon. Fridays. $10. The Healthy Lifestyles Center at the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. 973-971-6301.

Ongoing Qigong with Sal Canzonieri—Noon. Fridays. Held at The Art of the Heart, 15 Perry St., Chester. Call Sue at 908-879-3937 for pricing & more info. TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com.

Body Tuning with certified Soma Energetic Ther-apist Tracey Revak—1:30–4:30pm Fridays. Expe-rience deep relaxation and rebalance your chakras. By appt. Held at The Room Above, 2 East Main St., Mendham-Brookside. [email protected]. Contact Tracey at [email protected] or 908-296-5631.

Debtors Anonymous Meeting—5:30–6:30pm 12-step meeting for those dealing with debt, overspend-ing and under-earning. Downstairs Main Bldg. at Redeemer Church, 37 Newton Sparta Rd., Newton. 877-717-3328. Njpada.org.

Healing Sanctuary—7pm Third Fridays. Experience an evening of quiet meditation and healing. Open to all. Free. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 127 Broad St., Washington. 908-362-6360. SachaCenter.com.

Messages from the Other Side—7–9pm Third Fri-days. Held at Eleven on Main Café, 11 Main St., High Bridge. Must register at 908-638-8888 or [email protected]. $10 includes coffee or tea. Sponsored by Circle of Intention. CircleofIntention.com.

Women’s Healing Circle—7–9pm Third Fridays. Includes ceremonial practices of shamans, discus-sion of animal totems and more. RSVP. Healing Zone, 127 Valley Rd, Montclair. 973-746-3334. Massage4Bliss.com.

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Reiki Share—7–9pm Fridays. Join with other Reiki practitioners and experience working on others. Suggested donation $10-$15. Divine Inspirations Bookstore, 217 Franklin Ave., Nutley. 973-562-5844. DivineBooks.net.

Chanting & Drumming Circle—7:15–9pm Fridays. Bring your drum or call to reserve one of ours. $5 donation. Refreshments available. Westfield Yoga, 231 Elmer St., Westfield. 908-232-1355.

AA Meeting—7:30pm St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. 70 Maple Ave., Morristown. 973-538-0555.

Evening of Prayer and Healing—7:30-9:30pm Third Fridays. Join the Universal Healing family to heal all life on this planet and in this solar system, galaxy and universe. Bring finger foods to share. Growing Consciousness, 54 Canfield Rd., Mor-ristown. Free. 973-292-5090.

Evening Satsang with Rev. Jaganath Carre-ra—7:30–9:30pm Fridays. $15. Presented by Yoga Life Society. Held at Akasha, 265 Rt. 34 N., Rear Bldg., Colts Neck. YogaLifeSociety.com.

A Course in Miracles—8pm Every other Friday. Contact June at 973-366-4455. Miracles-Course.org.

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Web design and hosting. Start-ups a specialty. Experienced designer and online business coach will walk you through the steps to get an effective small business website up and running. Current website need an update? We handle that too. Call 973-543-1465.

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The Minstrel—8–11pm Fridays. Concert series. Refreshments served. Admission $7; children 12 and under free. 973-335-9489. Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. FolkProject.org. Festival.FolkProject.org.

Al-Anon Meeting—8–9:30pm Center for Practical Spirituality – Religious Science, 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. 973-539-3114. Rsci.org.

saturdayEssential Pilates—8am. Weekly. Try out a class for free at our award-winning studio. “Best in NJ 2011&2012!” Call to register: 973-895-9925. Pilates at Pro Physical Therapy, 2 Emery Avenue, Randolph.

Coffee House—Second Saturdays. Call for time. Performances by one or more musical groups, or open mic performances by singers, poets, and co-medians. Modest entrance fee. Summit Unitarian Church, 4 Waldron Ave., Summit. 908-273-3245.

Adult Yoga—7:45am Saturdays. Drop-in, $25; 4 sessions, $75; 8 sessions, $130.00; New Student 3 sessions, $45. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. TheWholeChildNJ.health.officelive.com.

Gentle Yoga—7:45am. An effective approach to develop flexibility and strength and encourage deep relaxation. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Route 10 West, Randolph 973-866-5776. [email protected]. RandolphPRWC.com.

White Oak Yoga—8–9am Mixed level. Taught by Elizabeth Bell. Sparta Ambulance Bldg, 14 Sparta Ave., 973-729-1900. WhiteOakCenter.com.

“Men Who Care” Men’s Meeting—8:30–10am First Saturdays. 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. 973-539-3114. Rrsci.org.

Pre-Natal Yoga—9am–10:15pm. The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave, Suite 208, 2nd Floor, Glen Ridge.

Overeaters Anonymous Meeting—10:15am–12:15pm. Weekly gathering of the free support group that helps people lose weight and keep it off. Downstairs meeting room, Parsippany Library. 973-335 1717. Wjioa.com.

Nia—11am Saturdays. Nia offers light cardio, strength and flexibility movement blending dance, healing and martial arts. Yoga West, 86 Main St., Succasunna. 973-584-6664. YogaWest.com.

Integrated Yoga for Girls—11:15am–12:15pm Saturdays. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294. [email protected].

Back Care Basics—11:45am-1:15pm. Weekly yoga classes designed for common back issues. (No class May 26). Studio Yoga Madison, 2 Green Village Rd, Madison, 973-966-5311, StudioYogaNJ.com

Hatha 1 Yoga—12:15pm. Yoga for You, LLC, Olde Lafayette Village, Building J, Rtes. 15 & 94 intersection, Lafayette. 973-714-4462.

Psychic Saturday—Noon–3pm First Saturday. Psychic/Tarot Readings. $20/15 mins. $45/30 mins. Cassette tape of reading. SoulJourney, 194 Main St, Butler. 973-838-6564. SoulJourney.com.

Integrated Yoga for Boys—1:15–2pm Saturdays. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294.

Chow and Zen Healing Arts Center Saturday Sampler—Third Saturdays. Call for hours. Samples of different healing modalities: Art, Massage, Healthy Eating, etc. A singing crystal bowl circle starts at 4pm. 14 Bridge Street, Blairstown, NJ 07825. ChowAn-dZen.com. 908-362-1900 or [email protected]. Free; Singing Bowl Circle, $15.

Yoga—3–4:15pm. A challenging, yet relaxing class. $15. Melodic Yoga, 163 Rt. 46 W. Rockaway. 973-392-7795. [email protected]. Facebook.com/MelodicYoga.

Swingin’ Tern—8–11pm 7:30pm Beginners’ Work-shop. First and Third Saturdays. Contra and square dancing to live music. $10 adults/$5 students with ID. The First Presbyterian Church, 14 Hanover Rd., East Hanover. 973-295-6864. FolkProject.org.

Open Mic hosted by Chris Fonden & Joe Fisch-etti—8–11pm Third Saturdays. Musicians, singers, poets, and comedians welcome to jam. $12. Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave, Rockaway. 973-985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com.

The Laughter Experiment—8–9:30pm Last Saturdays. Open Mic for comics. Must register by 8pm $10; participants and audience. Rest Stop Re-juvenate, 21 Maple Ave., Rockaway. 973-985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com.

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New Hope Pet Rescue, Inc—Rescue group looking to rehome dogs and cats. [email protected].

Randolph Animal Pound—Adopt your new best friend. Sussex Tpk. and Morris Tpk. in Randolph.

973-989-7090. AllOrphans.PetFinder.org.

Pet Adoption—Noah’s Ark, 1915 Rt. 46 W., Ledge-wood. 973-347-0378. NoahsArkNJ.org.

Angel Paws Pet Adoption—Adopt or sponsor a cat. Inman Ave & West St., Colonia. 732-340-1199. AngelPaws.org.


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Nutritionist Dian Freeman and staff nutritionists LuAnn Peters & Brenda Woodruff of Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown, NJ, offer private nutritional consultations, Applied Kinesiology and Ondamed biofeedback sessions. Dian also teaches classes and a nutritional

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Do you suffer from symptoms that do not prove to be a diagnosis? Do you acquire new symptoms when treating old ones? Do you wonder if the vitamins and supplements you take are really helping? Headaches, stiff sore joints, indigestion, gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea,

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I n c o r p o r a t i n g t r a d i t i o n a l hypnotherapy techniques with other holistic modalities is Garry’s forte. Using traditional hypnosis for Smoking Cessation, Weight Control, Stress Management, Elimination of Fears, Improving Sports, Artistic, and Academic Performance, Anger

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BARRY WOLFSON554 Bloomfield Ave, Bloomfield28 Mine St., Flemington34 Bridge St., Frenchtown908-996-3311 . Hypnosisnj.com

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INTEGRATIVE DENTAL THERAPY

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When Fluff is Not Enough! Experience the therapeutic benefit of Push Therapy for chronic muscle pain, or have a customized Massage - Swedish,

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