Passport to Health & Wellness Expo Features New Englands’ Holistic Community

The Passport to Health & Wellness Expo will be held October 17, from 10am to 4pm, at The Bristol DoubleTree by Hilton. Keynote Speaker: Lois Hermann Read More »

Letter From Publisher October 2021

Our readers are passionate about living healthy, living well and living green. I think this month’s edition covers those concepts beautifully, and can’t wait for you to read about all things minimalism, community connections, CBD for dogs, mental health, fall cooking, parenting, self-care and more. Read More »

Tribe TLC: Healthy Living Network Cultivates Community, Not Competition

We talk quite a bit about community here in the pages of Natural Awakenings, but Fairfield’s healthy living community has been in the nurturing hands of Beth Leas since 1997. Read More »

TLC Member Spotlights

The following spotlights feature some of Tribe TLC’s members and explain more of who they are and what they offer as holistic practitioners. Read More »

Awaken Fair Returns Live to Tarrytown

The Awaken Wellness Fair, the long-running “body-mind-spirit-green expo,” returns in person to Tarrytown on November 21. Read More »

Celebrating Four Years of The Angel Cooperative

In celebration of their four-year anniversary this month, The Angel Cooperative has a calendar chock-full of activities that includes free events and several new offerings. Read More »

Donate Plasma to Save and Improve Lives

Plasma Awareness Week is October 4 to 8, making it a great time to consider donating plasma, which can save lives. Read More »

Heritage Hotel Spa Has Reopened with New Services

The Heritage Hotel Spa, located at The Heritage Hotel Golf, Spa and Conference Center in Southbury, has reopened following its closure since March 2020. They are now open Friday through Sunday, offering new additions to the service menu. Read More »

Hypnosis Can Help Change Bad Habits

For those looking for a way to heal and change themselves from bad habits or from issues in life that are disturbing them, hypnosis could be the answer. Read More »

Litchfield County Harvest Festival

Celebrate fall with the 2nd Annual Litchfield County Harvest Festival, October 3, from 10am to 4pm, at the Alain White Field/Lion Pavilion, in Bantam. Read More »

New Age Event Comes to Southbury

The New Age & Craft Expo will be held November 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Wyndham in Southbury, Connecticut. Read More »

Passport to Health & Wellness Expo Features Holistic Community

The Passport to Health & Wellness Expo will be held October 17, from 10am to 4pm, at The Bristol DoubleTree by Hilton. Read More »

Transform with Spiritual Connection and Evolution Class

In a new Group Experience class, participants will be guided to experience greater self-awareness and spiritual connection, release energy that is not serving them and explore the possibilities that await them when living a fearless life full of meaning. Read More »

CT Not Meeting Greenhouse Gas Goals

In September, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont and state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Commissioner Katie Scharf Dykes spoke in Silver Sands State Park, in Milford, to discuss a new state report, which shows that Connecticut is “heading in the wrong direction” on climate change. Read More »

Breast Cancer Awareness: Learning to Take Stock and Live Life

Once upon a time, the world remembers when cancer’s voice was but a whisper—it was that rare. Unfortunately, we cannot say the same today. Read More »

Our Dreams, Our Authentic Self

When we are seeking a simpler life, perhaps what we are truly seeking is a life that is authentic. The definition of both of these concepts, simplicity and authenticity, is very subjective. Read More »

Parents are Raising Kids in Captivity, then Expecting Them to Survive in the Wild

Wild animals in captivity quickly habituate to human care, live a sheltered life and as a result, don’t learn critical survival skills. They show signs of psychological distress that will sound very familiar to human parents. Read More »

Stress, Physical Activity and Nature - Vitality Part IV: the IV in Positive Psychology

In this series, we’ll hear from Ann C. Reeves about aspects of Positive Psychology. This month, she continues with part III of “V” of the Positive Psychology acronym, PERMA-V. Read More »

TLC Member Spotlight: AtlasproPT

Discover the Swiss-made AtlasPROfilax treatment; an all-natural method for pain relief, better posture, and increased wellness. In just one treatment. AtlasPROfilax addresses the root causes of chronic pain, daily discomfort and poor posture. Read More »

TLC Member Spotlight: Brain Balance Center

We help kids aged pre-K to 12th Grade who struggle behaviorally, socially, academically and who lack focus and attention. Brain Balance is a non-medical personalized program offered in-center or at-home. Read More »

TLC Member Spotlight: Joyful Living Reiki

As a Holy Fire III Usui and Karuna Reiki Master, I help people balance their energy and bring balance to their lives with Holy Fire healing sessions, Reiki-infused meditations and Reiki certification classes of all levels. Read More »

TLC Member Spotlight: Salt Cave of Darien

Enjoy salt sessions in the main cave or private room for individual massage and more where you can breathe in the healing medical grade salt air. Read More »

TLC Member Spotlight: Stillpoint Healing Therapies

I offer energy healing, massage therapy, card readings and guided meditation. I decided to become an Energy Healer and Massage Therapist simply because I wanted to spend my time helping people heal. Read More »

TLC Member Spotlight: Thea Litsios Coaching

I am a Transformational Life Coach, Certified Hypnotist and Teacher of Active Dreaming. I work with individuals who are ready to reinvent themselves. They are feeling restless because they have an intuitive, inner urge for a life that is lived on a deeper level. Read More »

TLC Member Spotlight: The Mind & Breathing Edge

When Alexia learnt how to breathe correctly, their life changed forever. Because of this, Alexia became a Breathing Coach utilizing the Buteyko Breathing Method since 1997 Read More »

TLC Member Spotlight: Tiny Forest, LLC

Tiny Forest has been described as a sanctuary for women. That is partly because of the serene and beautiful space surrounded by trees and gardens but mostly because of the welcoming community women find here. Services are predominantly in the healing arts such as yoga, meditation and body health. Read More »

TLC Member Spotlight: Transformation Center CT

Katie will assist you in reaching your true potential and heal what has been holding you back. You will experience real self-acceptance and start to live Read More »

Avoid Infant Formulas with Added Sugar

A study finds that infants given formulas with added sugar had significant weight gain compared to infants that were breastfed or given formulas without added sugar. Read More »

Buy Nothing: Neighborly Groups Share More and Waste Less

With the aim of reducing waste through local sharing, Buy Nothing provides a Facebook-based platform to freely give, ask, borrow and lend items. Read More »

Cannabis and Canines: How Cannabidiol Benefits Dogs

What current research tells us regarding cannabidiol (CBD) use in dogs to treat conditions such as arthritis, itchiness, cancer, anxiety, aggressive tendencies, seizures and more. Read More »

Consider Barberry to Reduce Diabetes Markers

Researchers have discovered that barberry extract can help lower fasting blood sugar and HbA1c levels, Type 2 diabetes markers. Read More »

Drink Green Tea to Ward Off Flu

Green tea contains compounds called catechins that have significant antiviral activity against influenza, report researchers. Read More »

Eat Strawberries to Improve Blood Vessel Health

A new study demonstrates that strawberries increase flow in blood vessels and reduce systolic blood pressure. Read More »

Exercise More to Counter Risks of Poor Sleep

Both physical inactivity and poor sleep are independently linked to a heightened risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer and death, but more exercise lowers the consequence of poor sleep. Read More »

Fall Fruits for Savory Dishes: Fresh Approaches to Autumn Flavors

Fall fruits such as apples, figs, pomegranates and pears boast many healthful properties. Flex the unique flavors and health powers of these autumn delights with savory mains and sides. Read More »

Food Waste Complicates Effort to Slow Climate Change

A report suggests that food waste should be viewed not only in relation to world hunger, but also in the context of climate change, as food production consumes vast amounts of resources. Read More »

Forever Chemicals Banned in Maine

In lieu of federal regulation, the state of Maine has enacted a wide-ranging ban on the use of all perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), nicknamed “forever chemicals”, by 2030. Read More »

Global Industry Turns to Solar Energy

Production costs for solar energy dropped by 90 percent between 2009 and 2020, with experts estimating a rise in solar power plants around the world. Read More »

Healthy Breast Basics: Lifestyle Choices to Lower Disease Risks

One in eight American women develops breast cancer in the course of her lifetime, but that risk can be reduced by holistic strategies such as dietary changes, cleanses and breast self-exams. Read More »

Less Stuff, More Joy: Ways to Live Simpler and Lighter on Mother Earth

How to turn to simpler, sustainable, conscious ways of living molded by our personal values through minimalist lifestyles. Read More »

Living Lighter Checklist: Some Ways to Up Our Game in Simpler Living

Ideas for adopting minimalist simplicity—living with less clutter; ecological simplicity—prioritizing sustainability; and conscious simplicity—driven by personal and spiritual values. Read More »

Michaeleen Doucleff on Ancient Teachings for Modern Parenting

National Public Radio (NPR) science correspondent Michaeleen Doucleff searched the world to learn how to be a better parent and shares her findings in a new book, Hunt, Gather, Parent. Read More »

Oceans are Key to Controlling Climate

A recent report states that countries must recognize the important role that oceans have in limiting climate change and enact policies to protect marine ecosystems. Read More »

Pear and Lentil Salad

The recipe combines a mix of fresh greens with nuts, seeds, lentils and sliced pears to make a delicious fall salad. Read More »

Pear Barley Salad

Barley and fresh pears combine with chick peas and walnuts in this hearty, healthy salad recipe. Read More »

Return Native Lands to Protect Nature

Land is being transferred to or co-managed by Indigenous tribes, repatriating culturally and ecologically important resources with the former occupants and local communities. Read More »

Skip Southern Food to Avoid a Heart Attack

The fried foods, added fats, eggs, organ meats, processed meats and sugar-sweetened drinks of a Southern-style diet can have dire consequences for people’s hearts. Read More »

Talking to Kids About Climate Change: What They Need to Know from Those They Trust

Children are hearing about the effects of climate change through the media or living through them in their own neighborhoods. Here are ways to calmly talk to kids about the climate crisis. Read More »

The Quiet Power of Intuition

Having strong intuition can enable us to not only endure, but prosper. Adopting these simple habits and activities can help us to foster our intuitive inner voices. Read More »

Using Enzymes to Recycle Plastic

A more sustainable approach for recycling polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic used in single-use beverage bottles, clothing and food packaging, has been found. Read More »

Walk About: Simple Steps to Well-Being

Walking briskly daily has many proven health benefits. Here are tips for getting started including proper shoes, ways to incorporate a dog, and how to stay motivated and committed. Read More »

Water Scarcity Solutions

Nine practical solutions for combatting water scarcity. Read More »

Water Scarcity Woes: A Global Problem That’s Getting Worse

Water scarcity is a legitimate concern. Here are 10 of the most alarming water scarcity facts that the world is currently facing. Read More »