September 2023 Letter From Publisher

It’s finally here—the 12th Annual Health Wellness & Lifestyle Expo 2023 takes place this month on September 9, from 10am to 6pm, at Harbor Point. Read More »

40 Days of Transformation: Unfold Your Own Myth

Are you longing for a change in your life—better health, happier relationships, fulfilling work? Read More »

GLOW WILD Returns to Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo

Journey through a wonderland of illuminated larger-than-life lanterns inspired by our wild world at Beardsley Zoo’s GLOW WILD. Read More »

John LeBeau Announced as Fall Health Expo’s Keynote Speaker

The 11th Bi-Annual New England Passport to Health and Wellness EXPO keynote speaker will be John LeBeau Read More »

Upcoming Events at Turning Point Healing Arts and Education Center

Turning Point Healing Arts and Education Center in Ridgefield will host two special events that begin in September and October. Read More »

Woodcock Nature Center After School Programs Now Enrolling

The Woodcock Nature Center’s after school programs for children begin September 12. Read More »

Yoga For Everybody Teacher Mentoring Program

Looking to take your yoga teaching skills to the next level? Read More »

Exploring the Healing Power of Plant Medicine and South American Shamanic Medicine

In recent years, wellness travel has emerged as a transformative and holistic approach to rejuvenating mind, body and spirit. Read More »

Maintaining Wellness While Traveling

Summer and fall leading up to the holidays tend to be the most popular times for travel. Read More »

The Gifts of No Judgment

Judging ourselves and judging others has torn down people and communities. Read More »

The Mindful Backpack: Strategies for Stress Management and Mental Health in Teens

It’s the first day of school. Backpacks are packed and ready to go with new pens, pencils and fresh notebooks. Read More »

When Life Happens

Life happens. People move, kids graduate, people we love get sick, relationships suffer and the unexpected happens to us when we least expect it. Read More »

Ann Wigmore’s Energy Soup

This soup has several properties that facilitate mindful eating and is served at room temperature. 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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »