tag:www.enaturalawakenings.com,2005:/categories/healing-waysHealing Ways Healing Ways | Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties Healthy Living Healthy Planet2024-03-03T23:46:55-05:00urn:uuid:ec57348f-07ee-474f-9d7a-e36cb84715482024-03-03T23:46:10-05:002024-03-03T23:46:55-05:00Why Finding Your Purpose Matters2024-02-29 10:00:01 -0500Andrea KopilakInterested in well-being and happiness? The 2024 theme for the World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is Purpose.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:474cb775-f1c6-4b38-af44-9150304ed2402024-02-25T19:51:25-05:002024-03-01T16:27:18-05:00Functional Medicine Approach to Colon Health: Simplified Steps to Repair and Restore the Gut2024-02-29 09:24:00 -0500Madiha Saeed, M.D.Lifestyle modifications have been shown to optimize gut health and reduce the incidence of colorectal cancer.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c40abf1e-a5f5-46e4-8d1c-20712d4785b12024-01-24T15:52:43-05:002024-03-01T15:31:55-05:00Mindful Breathwork: Managing Stress and Heart Health 2024-01-31 09:24:00 -0500Sheila JulsonStressors can lead to high blood pressure, inflammation and increased cardiovascular events. Breathwork is an effective mind-body practice to balance the nervous system and instill calm and contribute to maintaining homeostasis in the body.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a44f31b1-5953-4524-a77f-a5d78e73f62e2024-01-02T01:20:55-05:002024-01-03T22:29:54-05:00Unlocking the Secrets of Anti-Aging from Within2023-12-31 09:00:00 -0500Jessica Scofield-Chichester, PhDDiscover the Internal Processes and Therapies That Support Cellular Health and Longevity<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3a656b68-282f-483e-9fa5-f57ac9b6a8d22023-12-19T18:14:56-05:002024-03-01T00:08:54-05:00Individualized Alzheimer’s Treatments: A New Frontier in Disease Reversal2023-12-29 09:24:00 -0500Dana Thacker, BSN, RNGiven the costs and burdens of Alzheimer's disease, many people wonder whether the disease is reversible. Recent discoveries indicate that may be possible.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1d4bcd12-9d19-411a-bfb9-6c6a711790612023-12-04T23:25:44-05:002023-12-04T23:25:47-05:00Cold & Flu Prevention at Your Fingertips: The Art of Jin Shin Jyutsu Self-Help2023-12-01 12:01:00 -0500Julianne Roshan DowCold and flu season is upon us. Many of us get shots, take over-the-counter medications or antibiotics to deal with these illnesses.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:387c05df-ca45-46de-84dc-8e563f4b03f72023-12-04T23:28:11-05:002023-12-04T23:28:14-05:00Navigating the Holiday Season with Compassion and Self-Care2023-12-01 12:01:00 -0500Crista Mathewn the midst of the holiday hustle, remember that the heart of this holiday season is compassion. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3f62acc1-4bc8-4537-b42d-bb4772d93f412023-11-16T18:07:26-05:002024-01-02T09:41:56-05:00Exploring Intermittent Fasting: Tips and Benefits for Improved Health2023-11-28 06:30:00 -0500Steven Masley, M.D., FAHA, FACN, CNSFasting has long played a role in major religions, but we did not begin to understand it from a scientific standpoint until Yoshinori Ohsumi, a Japanese cell biologist, discovered how cells recycle and renew themselves during fasting.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:eb32c818-fccc-48ee-9dbc-d6173469f3082023-11-16T21:50:02-05:002024-03-03T09:54:34-05:00The Grace of Giving and Receiving: Healing Through Generosity2023-11-28 06:30:00 -0500Carrie JacksonIn this hectic season, slowing down and helping others can make a world of difference. By nurturing a culture of giving, we can help create a grateful, united community that reflects the values we want to instill.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:37edff58-aaaa-4ce2-8b8d-31cfa504fe3c2023-11-06T17:44:50-05:002024-02-06T12:09:43-05:00Eco Living and the Revival of Walking: Steps Toward a Healthier Planet and You2023-10-31 16:00:00 -0400Jessica Scofield-Chichester, PhDWalking, humanity’s timeless mode of transport, has dramatically dwindled due to swift urbanization and technological progress. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:9724dcb5-bb53-4560-b2d2-6f60418fed1c2023-10-15T19:33:33-04:002023-12-01T09:22:03-05:00Lung Maintenance 101: Natural Strategies to Breathe Easier2023-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Sheila JulsonMost people inhale about 22,000 times per day without realizing it, but for the more than 34 million Americans living with lung diseases like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, taking a breath is often difficult. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ddd4261f-e990-473b-8b98-8b6ad7977cc72023-09-15T20:11:08-04:002023-11-07T11:01:05-05:00The Healing Arts of Qigong and Tai Chi: Well-Being Through Intentional Movements2023-09-29 09:30:00 -0400Nadia Linda Hole, M.D.Qigong is more than a modern wellness practice. It’s a 5,000-year-old Chinese healing art steeped in tradition.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3ebd386b-6bf4-4714-8a68-9528a81379bc2023-09-18T23:15:54-04:002023-11-07T11:01:06-05:00Traditional World Healing Wisdom: Lost Practices Gain New Respect2023-09-29 09:30:00 -0400Carrie JacksonWith time-tested wisdom and natural roots, traditional and Indigenous medicine has been an integral resource for centuries in communities around the world. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:be479418-0c50-4e47-b10e-d6bcefe9574f2023-09-01T11:20:09-04:002023-09-01T11:26:25-04:00Exploring the Healing Power of Plant Medicine and South American Shamanic Medicine2023-08-31 10:00:00 -0400Jessica ChichesterIn recent years, wellness travel has emerged as a transformative and holistic approach to rejuvenating mind, body and spirit.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:69a42df0-e642-4d48-bd0f-f710c5bae6c72023-09-01T11:25:32-04:002023-09-01T11:26:02-04:00Maintaining Wellness While Traveling2023-08-31 10:00:00 -0400Dr. Alyssa DeSenaSummer and fall leading up to the holidays tend to be the most popular times for travel. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:249a4cb6-078a-4105-a995-95f7d9d565f22023-09-01T11:31:11-04:002023-09-01T11:31:14-04:00The Gifts of No Judgment2023-08-31 10:00:00 -0400Amy JacquesJudging ourselves and judging others has torn down people and communities.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ac73d5bc-9990-4427-8780-a74a13736e742023-08-15T18:07:36-04:002023-10-02T20:53:08-04:00Medical Tourism: Navigating the Risks and Rewards2023-08-31 09:30:00 -0400Sheila JulsonAs 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.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:06832328-c70c-44b3-9da7-5e2e3b26e5202023-08-16T18:30:30-04:002023-10-04T04:20:17-04:00Traveling With Purpose: Nine Destinations for Spiritual Enlightenment2023-08-31 09:30:00 -0400Kiki PowersFor a trip that fosters mind-body-spirit self-care with a generous portion of adventure, check out these sacred sites.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:682bf2d0-81ba-44d4-bf98-22eb8e5564f02023-08-16T18:34:13-04:002023-09-01T13:07:16-04:00Making the Most of a Spiritual Vacation2023-08-31 09:30:00 -0400Linda SechristPhil 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.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:5c274849-71d8-45f4-a070-6d9645891a722023-08-07T12:47:36-04:002023-08-07T12:47:39-04:00Welcome to Earth School2023-07-31 10:00:00 -0400Carolyn Coleridge, LCSWWe are here on Earth to learn and grow—as attendees of Earth School. We are here learning skills for our Soul to expand consciousness. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>