Natural Awakenings Lancaster/Berks September 2023 Welcome to our September 2023 Issue The Art to Moving About the World Any setting that offers a form of sanctuary can remind us that we are held by this Universe and a spirit of unity, even in solitude; and the surrender to our distinct interdependence as individuals in the great web of life naturally becomes a sacred comfort. Read More » A Western Approach to Herbal Medicine Occupational therapy and herbalism integrate the importance of viewing an individual as a wholistic being, not merely the symptoms or diagnosis. Green Enchantments offers both online remedies for the general public and individualized consultations. Read More » Columbia’s Bridge to Natural Well-Being Riverside Acupuncture offers a trusted path to natural healing under the guidance of Jason Rinker, LAc, who has 23 years of expertise; the offer includes $40 off an initial session. Read More » Eden Energy Medicine Class Mind/Body with Renee is providing a 60-minute self-care workshop from 7 to 8 p.m. on September 8, 12 and 19, 2023, with tools for calming the mind and body. It will be held at Balanced Life Counseling, in Lancaster. Read More » Eliminate Dry Skin and Eczema For more than 25 years, GSL Organics owner Candy Ann St. Martine-Park, CA, CHN, has formulated and created safe, organic and holistic products for babies, children and adults that have proven to effectively help heal their dry skin, eczema and psoriasis concerns. Read More » Hempfield Apothetique Creates New Wellness Offerings During the month of September (2023), Hempfield Apothetique will host two unique workshops: the Seasonal Cooking Series, An Ayurvedic Approach to Seasonal Eating and Cooking with Cannabis. Read More » Homefields Picnic at the Farm Picnic at the Farm, an annual outdoor dining event hosted by Homefields from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., September 24, 2023, incorporates organic vegetables, fruits and herbs grown at the Homefields Care Farm. Gates open at 10:30 a.m. Read More » Inshanti Pure Essential Oils Protect Returning Students Inshanti Pure Essential Oils provides proprietary blend immune system boosters for back-to-school needs. They are offering a 10 percent discount on Rev It Up!, Protective Shield and Armor inhaler in September (2023). Read More » Kula Kamala Promotes Unity, Stillness and Inner Peace Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram is a nonprofit spiritual center offering meditation, yoga, yoga therapy, yoga teacher training, spiritual counseling and education, classes and more. Read More » More Yoga Options at The Urban Well The Urban Well at Saint James is expanding its regular Mindful Yoga schedule with two new weekly 60-minute classes that include Gentle Yoga, and two special Restorative Yoga sessions named The Cycle of Stillness Follows Sound, that coincide with First Friday celebrations. Read More » New Scavenger Hunt Contest Radiance/Herbs from the Labyrinth will present the inaugural Find the Goddess Scavenger Hunt from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., September 19, 2023. Read More » New Unlimited Membership at Black Cat Yoga Black Cat Yoga Lititz will celebrate their second anniversary on September 2, 2023, by launching a podcast in September called Misfit Movement, discussing the radical idea that movement can be joyful and come from a place of love instead of dissatisfaction. Read More » No Guts No Glory The 10th annual Guts & Glory (G&G) Digestive & Wellness Expo will be held from 10am - 3p.m., September 23, 2023, on the Perkins Plaza event lawn. Read More » Pawpaw Festival at Horn Farm Center The Horn Farm Center for Agricultural Education and Explore York (YorkPA.org) will present the 19th annual York County Pawpaw Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., September 23 and 24, 2023. Read More » Quantum Hypnosis Metaphysical Solution Roxanne Foura practices Quantum Hypnosis Healing Therapy (QHHT), a method of mind expansion and problem solving on the metaphysical platform that does not use mind-altering substances for those that have exhausted traditional methods of therapy. Read More » ResonateYou Sound Therapy ResonateYou, in Lititz, is conducting Vibrational Sound Therapy Private Sessions, a new specialty of sound therapy, this fall with Jen Lobo Rose. Read More » Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy Welcomes Lisa Pulliam Lisa Pulliam, BA, NLC-EP, LBC, has joined the team at Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy as a trauma-informed, equine-assisted coach and equine specialist. Read More » The Three Stages of Yoga Study Within the yoga journey, a spirit of grace fosters growth and acceptance, releasing yourself from any expectations. Avoiding an overly aggressive approach to change allows the body, mind and spirit to adapt and integrate experiences fully and consciously. Read More » Tōne Sound Massage Energy Opens in Elizabethtown Joseph Langham, LMT, VST, and Ariana Ballerini, LMT, R2, will conduct a grand opening of their new business, Tōne Sound Massage Energy, starting at 10 a.m., October 1, 2023, Read More » Ann Wigmore’s Energy Soup This soup has several properties that facilitate mindful eating and is served at room temperature. Read More » Ayurvedic Cosmetics on the Rise In Sanskrit, Ayurveda translates to “the science of everyday living,” and it is one of the world’s oldest systems of medicine. Read More » Children’s Physical Activity Declined Since Pandemic In a new systematic review and meta-analysis published in JAMA Pediatrics, researchers found that children’s physical activity has been greatly reduced by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More » Dog Parenting: How to Shape Behavior and Strengthen Our Bond Although the saying is that dogs are our best friends, canine companions are a lot like kids, too. In the same way that parenting styles impact children’s mental and emotional development, so do pet parenting choices. Read More » Eco Travel 101 While checking places off the travel bucket list, keep in mind these traveling tips for leaving small footprints across the Earth. Read More » Embracing the Winding Road Meeting life in the moment, wherever we happen to be, can be a challenging but rewarding spiritual discipline. Read More » Global Warming May Threaten Heart Health As temperatures rise due to global warming, scientists are worried about how extreme heat may impact heart health. Read More » Greek Orzo and Chickpea Salad This recipe by Vincci Tsui, a dietician and intuitive eating counselor, in Calgary, Canada, can inspire mindfulness because it requires chopping, dicing and cubing ingredients, which can be methodical and meditative activities. Read More » Harvesting Solar Power in Space Space-based solar power (SBSP) is the concept of collecting solar energy during a space orbit and beaming it safely to a fixed point on Earth. Read More » Hearty Quinoa Salad A hearty and mindful dish packed with fresh chopped vegetables. Read More » Helping Kids Cope: Guiding Children Through Trauma and Anxiety Children today are facing ever-increasing amounts of stress and anxiety. In addition to academic pressure, bullying and family dynamics, kids are worried about navigating social media, climate change and school shootings. Read More » Hummingbirds That Don’t Pollinate Every day, hummingbirds must drink nearly their body weight in nectar to survive. Most hover above their food by beating their wings up to 80 times a second and inserting their beaks into the tubes of flowers. Read More » Impacts of Radio Frequency Radiation The introduction of 5G mobile phones and infrastructure has given rise to concerns about their safety, as more than 1 million new antennas will be required in the U.S. Currently. Read More » Lighting-Emitting Technology on the Horizon Researchers from Japan and Germany are developing eco-friendly light devices that use a single layer of organic film mixed with light-emitting materials and an electrolyte. Read More » Making the Most of a Spiritual Vacation Phil Cousineau, author of The Art of Pilgrimage: The Seeker’s Guide to Making Travel Sacred, specializes in creating meaningful travel experiences and leading tours to sacred sites. Read More » Medical Tourism: Navigating the Risks and Rewards As healthcare costs continue to rise in the United States, patients are grabbing their passports and turning to medical tourism—the act of crossing borders to obtain quality medical care at a lower cost. Read More » Rise in Children With Autism The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated statistics on the rate of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which has been on the rise. Read More » Savoring the Present Moment: How to Add Mindfulness to Mealtime Mindful eating—the practice of slowing down, appreciating the present moment and becoming consciously aware of the ingredients, flavors, aromas and textures that we consume—can be a worthwhile meditative endeavor. Read More » Stephen Cope on Finding Your Calling Specializing in the relationship between Eastern contemplative traditions and Western psychology, Stephen Cope has been a scholar-in-residence for more than three decades. Read More » Sucralose May Damage DNA A recent study conducted by scientists at the University of North Carolina found that ingesting sucralose may cause the formation of a genotoxic chemical called sucralose-6-acetate. Read More » Testing Acupuncture for Long-Term COVID Long COVID affects nearly 14 percent of adult patients that had COVID-19. It is characterized by symptoms lasting at least 12 weeks after the initial infection, including fatigue, brain fog and breathlessness. Read More » Traveling With Purpose: Nine Destinations for Spiritual Enlightenment For a trip that fosters mind-body-spirit self-care with a generous portion of adventure, check out these sacred sites. Read More » Understanding Light Pollution: Environmental Concerns and Achievable Remedies At Montana’s Medicine Rock State Park, visitors have a rare opportunity to look up at the night sky and see an awe-inspiring display of planets and constellations, as well as the Milky Way. Read More » Yoga on Vacation: Simple Poses and Tips for Travelers By incorporating yoga into the itinerary, we can cultivate a sense of peace, allowing us to show up as our best selves. Read More » In-Print