June 2022 Letter From Publisher

We have a wide range of interesting topics this month. There is something for everyone—and especially the men! This is our Men’s Health edition, so we’re shining a light on wellness for men and fathers. Read More »

Astrological Energy for June: The Planet Mercury is Direct

The Sun entered the sign of Gemini on May 22. Mercury, the ruling planet of Gemini, has been in retrograde motion in Gemini since May 10. Read More »

CT Trails Day Hike and BioBlitz Hosted by Woodcock Nature Center

Woodcock Nature Center is celebrating 50 years of outdoor education on its 150 acres of preserve, which straddles both Wilton and Ridgefield. Read More »

Field & Forest 5K Trail Run at Flanders Nature Center

Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust will host its 7th Field & Forest 5K Trail Run on June 3 at 6pm, at the Flanders’ Van Vleck Farm & Nature Sanctuary, in Woodbury. Read More »

Five Major Blocks to Healing Chronic Lyme Disease And How to Address Them

Most Lyme disease patients in the middle of progressing through the illness have probably been through a variation of the following scenario... Read More »

Goat Yoga in the Gardens

Grow Wellness will present Goat Yoga, on June 14 at 6pm and June 26 at 6:30pm. Read More »

Healing Outdoor Sound Bath at the Transformation Center CT

Diane Nickleberg-Barnett and Catherine Barrett from Grounded Meditation are back at Transformation Center CT, in Westport, with their amazing outdoor Sound Baths, on June 8 Read More »

Long-Haul COVID: Signs, Symptoms and Supplements

COVID-19 has not gone away. One day, numbers are down and there is a light of hope, and then the numbers are back up again. Read More »

Replenishing Tides

Much has been written and spoken about teacher burn-out over the past few years. As a high school and community college English teacher, I have certainly been impacted by the pandemic—in ways obvious and not so obvious. Read More »

Save the Date for 11th Annual Health Wellness and Lifestyle Expo

The 11th Annual Health Wellness & Lifestyle Expo 2022, with special thanks to Stamford Health, Exclusive Healthcare Partner, will be returning to beautiful Harbor Point at the boardwalk along the waterfront on September 10, from 10am to 6pm, in Stamford Read More »

The Father of the Year Award

What makes an ideal father? If you look up the idea of what makes the “ideal father”, you, like me, might find some of the following qualities... Read More »

Ban Plastics in National Parks

Nonprofit Free the Ocean is circulating a petition to Get Single-Use Plastic Out of U.S. National Parks. Read More »

California Canals Gain Solar Panels

To both conserve water and generate clean energy, solar arrays are being installed over canals in the Turlock Irrigation District to evaluate their impact on water quality and evaporation. Read More »

Classic Manhattan

A sustainable twist on the classic cocktail recipe. Read More »

Climate Change Causing Birds to Lay Eggs Earlier

About a third of the bird species nesting in Chicago are laying their eggs a month earlier than they did 100 years ago, and researchers think the culprit in this shift is climate change. Read More »

Cut Back on Booze to Protect the Brain

Even drinking as little as a few beers or glasses of wine per week will reduce brain volume, according to a new study. Read More »

Eco-Volunteering: Hands-on Ways to Help Our Planet this Summer

Helping nature while enjoying the great outdoors is a classic win-win opportunity. Here are a few ideas to join the fun while contributing sweat equity. Read More »

Frank Bruni on Living with Afflictions

New York Times writer Frank Bruni shares how he and others encountered and dealt with medical challenges in his new book, The Beauty of Dusk: On Vision Lost and Found. Read More »

Healing Trauma: Emerging Therapies Offer Fresh Hope

Trauma is widespread and deeply embedded, not only in our behaviors but in our bodies. Here are effective and ever-evolving approaches to heal what’s been broken. Read More »

How to Raise Empathetic Kids: Simple Ways Parents Can Cultivate Compassion

While we are all born with a certain amount of empathy, cultivating it is a skill that can be strengthened with practice, and it is critical that the learning process start early. Read More »

Misbehaving Dog Walks: Ways Humans Get It Wrong

Humans are just as capable of bad behavior during walks as dogs are. Here are the reasons why and ways we can correct to ensure a safe, fun and rewarding walk for both dog and human. Read More »

National Parks Enacting New Regulations

The National Park Service (NPS) has cracked down on some recreational activities to better manage the human impact on natural environments. Read More »

Planet-Friendly Pours: The Rise of Sustainable Wine and Spirits

Sustainable and socially responsible wines and spirits are becoming a major force in the market, though not all eco-friendly alcoholic beverages are as conscious as they claim. Read More »

Pump Iron to Boost Sleep

For those that are sleep-deprived, working out with resistance exercises to strengthen muscles may produce longer and deeper shuteye than aerobics, new research suggests. Read More »

Run Farther with Beetroot and Citrulline

Nitrate-rich beetroot extract and citrulline have been shown to reduce cortisol levels and increase the distance ran in a standard 12-minute Cooper Test. Read More »

South Pole Registers Historic Temperature

Antarctica registered record temperatures for March of 40.82° F at a time of the year when readings are usually already sub-zero. Read More »

The Exercise Power of E-Bikes: Get a Workout on an Easier Ride

Discover the health, environmental and other benefits of riding pedal-assist electric bicycles. Read More »

The Gift of an Imperfect Father

We inherit a lot from our wounded fathers, including an energetic opportunity to change the familial emotional code, and it can be beautiful. Read More »

The Healing of the Modern Man: Men Redefine Their Emotional Power

More men are taking responsibility for their well-being and learning how to embody emotional freedom, stepping up to the plate as strong, sensitive leaders. Read More »

Trauma Treatment Options

Dozens of approaches are available for treating trauma, and experienced therapists often mix and match cognitive and experiential modalities to meet a patient’s needs. Read More »

Try Neem and Walking to Ward Off COVID-19 Symptoms

Studies suggest that neem, a plant used for centuries in India to treat malaria, intestinal ulcers and skin diseases, may offer protection against COVID-19 and future variants. Read More »

Unplugged Adventures: Eco-Tripping for a Digital Detox

For those that want to truly unplug, unique off-grid, eco-options beckon. Read More »

Weeds Attract Pollinators to Increase Harvests

It turns out that the presence of weeds benefits trees and pollinators. Read More »

Whale Hello There

This refreshing cocktail combines citrus flavors with sustainable gin. Read More »

Holistic Benefit Fair in Plainville, CT on June 12

Benefit for Plainville Food Pantry with over 45 vendors with services and products. Read More »