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Thea Litsios, Certified Career Coach and Kolbe Consultant. Find the career or college major that is in alignment with your natural talents and strengths. Discover the joy of having a career that is right for you!
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Lauri Ingram, The Liminal Studio Connect with your authentic self, remove what blocks you from thriving in life & deepen your spiritual life. Ordained interfaith minister & life event officiant. Bethany, CT • Lauri@LauriIngram.com LauriIngram.com • 203-435-5650
Gregg Kirk, Lyme Recovery Clinic & Detox Center Heal from chronic illness through all-natural herbal treatments, intensive detox, cleanses & energy healing.
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Ingrid Prueher, Yoga For Everybody A serene yoga studio where you can experience yoga, meditation, and aerial classes in-person, online or by video-on-demand, plus other workshops & trainings.
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Happy Summer! This month, we’re all about food, regenerative farming, being outside and enjoying time with family, friends and pets. To inspire colorful, local eating, we’ve included a list of some of Connecticut’s finest farmers’ markets, on page 10. I encourage you to peruse the list, pick out some markets that are close to home—or a good reason for a little road trip to a nearby town you may not have visited.
In the Community Spotlight, meet the new Stone Gardens Farm Market, which is now open in Shelton. The market is described by co-owner Stacia Monahan as “a farm stand meets health food store meets grocery store”—featuring produce and meats from nearby Stone Gardens Farm as well as food from other local growers.
Our feature, “The Microbiome Connection” dives into the soil in which our food is grown. How does the condition of our soil contribute to the health of our food, and thereby the health of those who eat it? Find out on page 13.
“The Power of Trace Minerals”, on page 16, highlights what the minerals in our soil and our bodies are used for, how farmers can help restore nutrients to soil and what can be done to supplement minerals we may be missing.
In “Hues of Health”, on page 20, feast your eyes on the benefits of a colorful diet, and some ideas for helping your family and yourself eat foods of all colors of the rainbow for better health. Try your hand at one of the healthy recipes included, and visit eNaturalAwakenings.com for even more colorful recipes to inspire your summer barbecues and festivities.
While we may be spending more time outside during the summer, it’s also important to look out for our pets. On page 22, “Avoiding the Summer of Lost Pets” gives some practical advice for keeping pets safe at home. Whether it’s from fireworks scares or simply being outside more, pets are more susceptible to wandering away from home in summer months.
May your and your family have a safe and fun-filled summer,
Wellness, in Southington, provides a fully natural and holistic pathway to healing. Their Energy Enhancement System increases the energy to your cells, which gives your body the chance to restore and heal itself. When combined with nutrition education and holistic coaching, you can turn back the hands of time and feel your best—mind, body and spirit.
Sanaré Wellness will host the three modern medicine women known as The Mystic Chics for an Energy Healing Sound Bath event on July 7 from 5:30 to 7pm, which will include sound bath, chakra clearing, deep breathing, guided meditation, energy readings and a book signing with the best-selling authors of Deserts To Mountaintops. Triple the healing with three Mystic Chics and amplify the power of this experience within the healing technology of Sanaré’s Energy Enhancement System.
The energy healing center boasts 18 cushioned zero-gravity chairs, soothing meditation music, as well as pillows and blankets for maximum comfort and enjoyment. The 24-unit energy system uses the power of scalar wave energy to promote: cellular regeneration, reduced inflammation, pain relief, improved immune function and memory, better circulation, increased energy, improved sleep, mental clarity and a feeling of calmness and peace.
Sanaré Wellness is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10am to 7pm, on Saturday from 10am to 5pm, and is closed on Wednesday and Sunday. Pets are allowed on Saturdays from 2 to 5pm, scheduled by phone only. Night Sessions are available from 9pm to 7am or 8pm to 6am (10 hours) for up to five people, scheduled by phone only. Inquire if you have any special needs or requests.
For more information, call 860-600-0106, email Admin@Sanare.life or visit Sanare.life. Location: 92 North Summit St, Southington. See ad, page 4.
Community Professionals is presenting The 11th Bi-Annual Passport to Health & Wellness Expo on October 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Bristol DoubleTree by Hilton. There is a call for exhibitors and speakers for the benefit event.
The expo will feature speakers on the half-hour and a keynote speaker at 2 p.m. There will be more than 75 vendors and readers, free raffles all day, and a grand prize of a Hilton overnight stay with breakfast for two, as well as a free sound healing event from 4-5 p.m.
The Passport to Health & Wellness Expo is a free event to the public with advance tickets available on EventBrite.com. All door proceeds will be donated to the Children’s Health Defense New England Chapter. The Holistic Community Professionals is a sponsor of the expo. Interested vendors can apply online at YourHolisticEvents.com/FairsVendorSpeaker-Application.
For more information, call Shirley Bloethe at 860-989-0033, email YourHolisticEvents@ gmail.com or visit YourHolisticEvents.com. Location: The Bristol DoubleTree by Hilton, 42 Century Dr, Bristol. See ad, page 17.
SoftWave Therapy, a patented, FDAcleared treatment for inflammation, chronic pain, diabetes and joint issues, has been available in Westchester for one year. In that time, SoftWave Therapy of New York has successfully treated more than 700 patients suffering with severe pain. These are patients that have already exhausted every single health care option, including medication, chiropractic, physical therapy, and in many cases… surgery. All without success.
Dr. George Gertner is owner and director of SoftWave Therapy-NY, which will share office space with his existing chiropractic practice, UCC-NY.
He says the therapy is a drug-free, injection-free, surgery-free approach to ending pain. The treatments themselves are painless, he adds; they promote fast healing by stimulating new stem cells, increasing circulation, and breaking up scar tissue and/or painful calcifications. Clinical studies show SoftWave Therapy has a 91 percent success rate.
“Most patients experience relief as soon as their first 15-minute treatment and are expected to complete the entire treatment plan in about six visits,” Gertner says.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in five American adults could be living in chronic pain, defined as pain most days or every day for the past six months or longer. There’s a higher prevalence among older people and women.
SoftWave Therapy uses various lens configurations to produce safe, regenerative, soft-pressure waves within the body, he says. The results include a dramatic reduction of inflammation in the body as new, healthy stem cells are encouraged to grow. Gertner says it can treat discomfort associated with a number of conditions, including diabetes, joint pain, chronic back pain, wound pain, numbing or tingling, tennis elbow, torn ligaments, heel spurs and plantar fasciitis.
To mark its grand opening, Soft Wave Therapy of New York will offer patients a one-time discounted rate.
To take advantage of this one-time offer, call in advance to make a reservation. Appointments are limited.
Location: SoftWave Therapy of New York, 311 North St., Ste. 410, White Plains, NY. For more information or to book an appointment, call 914-686-6200. See ad, page 31.
The 12th Annual Health Wellness & Lifestyle Expo 2023 with special thanks to Stamford Health, Exclusive Healthcare Partner returns to beautiful Harbor Point in Stamford, on September 9, from 10am to 6pm. This year’s event continues to motivate the community to “GO GATHER GROW” together to be as healthy and happy as possible. In addition to the over 120 inspiring and educational exhibitors, on-site health screenings, free group fitness classes, pet and kids’ zones and a high-energy dance exercise experience with the area’s top fitness instructors, returning to the Expo this year is the popular Healthy Food Truck Zone; Healthy Food, Restaurants & Beverage Zone; and the Eco-Friendly Wine, Spirits, and Craft Beer Zone.
Food feeds our soul and fuels our bodies. Consumers continue to become more conscience of what they put into their bodies and the public’s demand for better quality, organic, clean, sustainable and healthier food and beverage choices has sparked a whole new generation of products to come on the market that are easily attainable and enjoyable.
Support Sponsor Grade A ShopRite will once again be on site with registered dieticians providing healthy recipes and guidance on smart food choices when shopping for your household groceries. Stay tuned for more information about cooking demos and a raffle for a gift basket filled with an array of wholesome Bowl & Basket items. Education and convenience remain a key factor in our healthy choices. Red meat has made a comeback on our tables with the accessibility to lean, grass-fed beef choices. Whole grain breads continue to give white bread a run for its money with consumers opting for more nutrient and fiber rich varieties. And even our caffeinated and alcoholic beverages are being produced with healthier and more sustainable practices at the forefront. Expo attendees can look forward to Khemis Vegan Cuisine Food Truck, Kona Ice of Stamford Food Truck and Lunch Lady Gerri’s Food Truck offering healthy food menus. Delicious Healthy Food, Restaurants & Beverage Zone participants will include The Taco Project, Zen Cha Matcha, featuring superfood lattes, a fusion of organic ceremonial matcha and adaptogenic elixirs—and many more specialty foods and beverages to come. The Eco-Friendly Wine, Spirits and Craft Beer Zone will once again feature Harbor Point Wines & Spirits and Athletic Brewing Company will introduce their high-quality, allnatural, craft non-alcoholic beers, a growing segment within the beverage industry.
For more healthy food and beverage participant information, visit HWL-EXPOS.com or connect on Facebook and Instagram @HWLEXPO. See ad, page 3.
Looking for local produce and products from farms and small businesses close to home? You’re in luck! Summer is a great time to check out all of the nearby farmers’ markets across Fairfield and Litchfield Counties.
Bethel Farmers Market
Saturdays • 9am-1pm
67 Stony Hill Rd, Bethel
Bridgeport Farmers’ Market Collaborative
Various dates, locations and times
BridgeportFarmersMarkets.org
Brookfield Farmers’ Market
Fridays • 3-6pm
100 Pocono Rd, Brookfield
CityCenter Danbury Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 10am-2pm
Danbury Green, Danbury
DanburyFarmersMarket.org
Darien Farmers’ Market
Wednesdays • 10am-3pm
25 Old Kings Hwy North, Darien
DarienFarmersMarketCT.com
Fairfield Farmers’ Market
Sundays • 10am-2pm
1451 Post Rd, Fairfield
FairfieldFarmersMarket.org
Georgetown Farmers’ Market
Sundays • 10am-2pm
4 Old Mill Rd, Redding
Greenfield Hills Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 10am-1pm
65 Hillside Rd, Fairfield
Greenwich Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 9:30am-1pm
Commuter Parking Lot, Arch St and Horseneck Ln, Greenwich GreenwichFarmersMarketCT.com
Lachat Town Farmers’ Market
July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 30
106 Godfrey Rd West, Weston LachatTownFarm.org
Milford Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 8:30am-12:30pm 108 Main St, Milford DowntownMilfordFarmersMarket.com
Monroe Farmers’ Market
Fridays • 3-6pm
7 Fan Hill Rd, Monroe MonroeFarmersMarket.org
New Canaan Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 10am-2pm
244 Elm St, New Canaan
NewCanaanFarmersMarket.net
New Fairfield Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 9am-12pm
Newtown Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays • 2-6:30pm
Fairfield Hills Campus, Newtown
NewtownCTFarmersMarket.com
Norwalk Farmers’ Markets
Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays
Check website for times and locations. NorwalkCT.gov
Shelton Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 9am-12pm
100 Canal St, Shelton
SheltonCTFarmersMarket.com
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
Sundays • 10am-2pm
39 Scofieldtown Rd, Stamford
StamfordMuseum.org
Stamford Downtown Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 9am-1pm
130 Atlantic St, Stamford
Stamford-Downtown.com
The Shakespeare Farmers’ Market
First and third Saturdays
1850 Elm St, Stratford
TheShakespeareMarket.org/home
Nichols Farmers’ Market
Thursdays • 4-7pm
Moore Ballfields on Unity Rd, Trumbull NIATrumbull.org/tfm2
Westport Farmers’ Market
Thursdays • 10am-2pm
50 Imperial Ave, Westport
WestportFarmersMarket.com
Cornwall Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9am-1pm
413 Sharon Goshen Turnpike, Cornwall
Kent Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 10am-12pm; Fridays • 3-6pm
60 North Main St, Kent
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Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market
Saturdays • 10 am-1pm
125 West St, Litchfield
Litchfield Indoor Winter Market
Saturdays • 10am-1pm
421 Bantam Rd, Litchfield LitchfieldHillsFarmFresh-CT.org
March Farm
Daily • 10-6pm
160 Munger Ln, Bethlehem MarchFarm.com
New Hartford Farmers’ Market
Fridays • 4-7pm
Rte. 44 & Church St, New Hartford
New Milford Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 9am-12pm
1 Main St, New Milford
Norfolk Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 10am-1pm
19 Maple Ave, Norfolk NorfolkFarmersMarket.org
Salisbury Farmers’ Market
Sundays • 10am-2pm
Routes 41 and 44 split, Salisbury
The Morris Marketplace
Sundays • 11am-2pm
21 Higbie Rd, Morris
TheMorrisMarket.org
Thomaston Farmers’ Market
Thursdays • 2:30-6pm
Main St, Seth Thomas Park, Thomaston
Torrington Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays • 3-6pm; Saturdays • 10am-1pm
12 Daycoeton Pl, Torrington
Washington Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 10am-1pm
1 Green Hill, Washington Depot
Watertown Farmers’ Market
Saturdays • 9am-1pm
470 Main St, Watertown
Winsted Farmers’ Market
Fridays • 3-6pm
1 Park Pl, Winsted
Woodbury Farmers’ Market
Wednesdays • 3-6pm
43 Hollow Rd, Woodbury
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Since 1998, Fred and Stacia Monahan have farmed the area known as Stone Gardens Farm in Shelton. What first began as selling vegetables produced on leased land has increased exponentially to include growing vegetables on 50 acres of land and raising grass-fed cattle, poultry and pigs for beef, chicken and pork meat sales directly to customers, including CSAs for those in the Fairfield County and New Haven County areas. When the doors of Common Bond Market in Huntington Center suddenly closed in March, the Monahans opened the location’s doors again as a farm and health food store to expand their offerings.
“As a farm, we have been looking to expand our retail area for the last couple years,” says Stacia Monahan. “We were a 100 percent destination store, and it was one of our biggest limitations to expanding in the farm’s current location.”
The Monahans explored options in the area, including increasing the amount of land they currently have, but zoning became an issue in regard to having the
retail farm store there. When Common Bond Market’s former store became available, the Monahans explored and embraced the opportunity to turn their farm stand into a farm store well-situated in a central location. That dream became a reality at the beginning of June. The Monahans secured the lease, negotiated the purchase of the market’s equipment, coordinated improvements and installed a new system, working with many of Common Bond Market’s employees and the former owner as well as Bill Purcell, the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce’s president and CEO.
Stone Garden Market will continue to offer the health supplements, prepared food and other products that the previous store had offered customers. “This will be a farm stand meets health food store meets grocery store,” Stacia Monahan states excitedly. “Our goal is to make the store as inclusive as possible. Whatever your dietary needs, we can service you. Anything from Doritos to dairy-free, nut-free, grain-free, from vegan to meat.”
Some of the changes include a farm stand customer service desk related to Stone Gardens Farm’s offerings, including information on different meat bundles, questions about the farm, meat CSAs and prepaid item pickups, and more. The store will have grab-n-go meals as well as a hot food section for lunch and early dinner time.
“Another thing we are doing is expanding the produce section. We had new produce tables built by a man who went to school with our oldest son. The farm stand is made by the same person with local wood. We also worked with a local sawmill. It’s about local resources,” Stacia Monahan explains. “Just to name a few sources from other Connecticut and New York farms—and they are many others—we are getting peaches from Beardsley, herbs and micro-greens from Gilbertie’s Organics, produce from Cecarellis Harrison Hill Farm in Northford, garlic and onions from These Things Take Thyme in Shelton, pie shells from Oronoque Farms for pot pies and quiches, and lamb from Sepe Farms in Sandy Hook. At Stone Gardens, we also grow our own sweet corn, tomatoes and other produce.”
Stacia Monahan is especially grateful that over half of Common Bond Market’s former employees will return to work for the store, including three managers. “Diana will remain as our new kitchen manager. We brought Angus on immediately to continue as the store manager and Theresa as the grocery manager,” she says. Nearly a dozen of Stone Garden’s employees will also transfer to the Huntington Center location.
Their oldest, Tommy, is USDA-certified in meat cutting and serves as the butcher for the farm. Their middle son Billy, a welder, helps fix the farm equipment while their teenage daughter Sophie contributes with animal feedings, flower growing and sales, and vegetable planting and harvesting. And the employees at the farm are all connected through family and friends. The family, friends, employees and community are invested in Stone Gardens and the expansion.
40 Huntington St, Shelton, CT. The store hours are Monday through Saturday from 8am to 7pm, and Sundays from 8am to 4pm. Connect at StoneGardensFarm.com.
The human gut microbiome, which is critical to fighting off disease, and soil microbiome, which enables plant growth, are vitally important to maintaining all life on our planet. These two communities of microorganisms are indirectly connected in important ways, and researchers are trying to find out more about their interplay.
The human gut microbiome consists of trillions of microorganisms of different species. These microbes help to digest food, synthesize vitamins and other important compounds, regulate our immune system and even influence behavior and mood.
The gut microbiome includes both helpful and potentially harmful microbiota that coexist peacefully in a healthy person. But certain diets, or the use of antibiotics or other bacteria-destroying medications, can upset the balance, a state known as dysbiosis, which can impair the microbiome’s functions, leaving the body susceptible to disease.
The soil microbiome has many parallels to the human gut scenario. It consists of bacteria, fungi, archaea and viruses—microorganisms that play an important role in maintain-
ing the health of the soil. They do this by breaking down organic matter, cycling nutrients and protecting crops against harmful pathogens.
Regenerative organic farming practices that promote biodiversity and disdain the use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers develop robust soil that is rich in nutrients and beneficial microbes. In such settings, farmers don’t need to use chemicals, because the microbiome creates diseaseresistant soil to fight off threats.
While a direct link between the soil microbiome and the gut microbiome has yet to be proven, soil certainly impacts our health through our diet. A diverse and active soil microbiome is responsible for supporting plant growth. Plants then provide us with the nutrients that our gut microbiome needs to thrive, including calcium, magnesium, and vitamins A, C, E, K and the B complex.
Dan Kittredge, founder of The Bionutrient Institute, explains, “The sophistication of the soil microbiome is connected to the nutritional value of the food that’s produced. The healthier the [soil] microbiome, the healthier the food.” The use of fertilizers and pesticides does not directly produce less nutritious food, but rather their impact on the health of the soil microbiome can impact the crops’ nutritional value.
There is a hypothesis that food has become less nutritious since the mid-1900s. In a 2004 study, University of Texas scientists examined the nutritional value of 43 garden crops from 1950 to 1999 and found that while all 43 foods showed a statistically reliable decline in nutrition, it was likely due to cultivating plants with desired traits, such as larger sizes, faster growing rates and increased pest resistance. It wasn’t the soil that was the problem, but that growers had not prioritized breeding crops for higher nutritional value.
According to Jack Gilbert, a pediatrics professor at the University of California San Diego and co-founder of the Earth Microbiome Project and the American Gut Project, “There is an indirect relationship between a healthy soil microbiome and healthy gut microbiome. While we need healthy soils to
Led by the Regenerative Organic Alliance, which includes organizations and brands like Rodale Institute, Dr. Bronner’ s and Patagonia, the Regenerative Organic Certified farms and products meet the highest standards in the world for soil health, animal welfare, and farmworker fairness. The idea is to create farm systems that work in harmony with nature to improve quality of life for every creature involved. The Regenerative Organic Certified framework is designed to go above and beyond the USDA Certified Organic seal. To date, 134 farms and more than 47,000 smallholder farmers totaling almost 880,000 acres are Regenerative Organic Certified. Nearly 100 brands offer Regenerative Organic Certified products on the market. Under Regenerative Organic Certified standards, soil health is promoted by including a variety of rotating crops, cover crops, no tillage, no synthetic inputs, no genetically modified seeds and rotationally grazed animals. Farms that follow these protocols become biodiverse ecosystems with organically rich soil that absorbs water, does not erode over time and produces safe, nutritious food. Learn more at
grow plants, a healthy soil microbiome does not equal a healthy gut microbiome.”
He explains, “The link is really about diet in the gut microbiome. Precision nutrition is the idea that how we all respond to food is unique, and that we can predict those responses if we understand what kinds of bacteria are in the gut. This is because the gut microbiome varies between people, and those same gut microbes can mediate how food influences our physiology. Eating a healthy diet can have a profound impact on reducing the risk of developing chronic diseases.”
The nutritional value of food is more complicated than the quality of the soil in which the crops grow. It is also impacted by the processing of the food. As Kittredge notes, when the bran in wheat is removed—a common process that turns flour white— wheat loses much of its nutritional value. Unprocessed foods allow us to access more of the nutrients within them.
There is another way that soil microbes can benefit human health: spending time in nature. Exposure to the soil microbiome has been shown to stimulate the immune system. When outside, we are exposed to a diverse array of microorganisms that increase disease resistance and provide neurological benefits.
Gilbert has largely built a career on the benefits of getting his hands dirty. He is currently conducting a study to find out how giving children two hours of outdoor learning a day can impact their metabolic health and help them avoid diseases. According to
Kittredge, playing in the dirt isn’t just for kids. “It is beneficial to expose ourselves to soil microbes,” he says. “Everyone should nature bathe.”
“Exposure to soil microbes, like Mycobacterium vaccae, can positively impact our physical and mental health,” says Kathleen DiChiara, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner and digestive wellness educator. “We are losing diversity and not getting the exposure we used to.” She points out that the gut microbiomes of urban citizens in the U.S. have lower bacterial diversity than those in rural societies, including hunter-gatherers from Tanzania and the Amazon.
While diet, lifestyle and genetics play a role in the host-specific differences, the microbiome composition in adults is also based on exposure to microbes in the environment. According to DiChiara, there is no perfect profile for the gut microbiome, and our gut microbial communities ebb and flow. “If a specific strain of bacteria suddenly disappears, perhaps due to an illness, another species can take on its task,” she explains. “Like nature, it’s about working together on our behalf.”
Diversity, richness and symbiotic behavior of the gut microbes are central to our well-being. DiChiara notes that many variables can negatively impact the gut microbiome. Some result from the choices we make voluntarily, such as smoking, drinking too much alcohol, eating ultraprocessed foods, being chronically stressed and leading a sedentary lifestyle. Other factors are beyond our control, such as neurological injuries, illnesses and hormonal shifts due to puberty or menopause.
The soil microbiome and the gut microbiome both need our support to maintain proper health. Although our gut microbiome may not be directly impacted by the health of soil microbes, it can be impacted by the pesticides, herbicides and fungicides in our food.
Degradation of the soil microbiome occurs in many ways. Tillage, bare soil, dry soil, fertilizer, chemical sprays and fungicides all harm the soil microbiome. These non-regenerative agricultural practices can have negative impacts on the health of individuals that eat the plants and on the health of the broader ecosystems.
Chemicals like glyphosate can damage the gut microbiome by creating oxidative stress, which agitates the microbiome and impedes its ability to function properly. Pesticides can also have a detrimental impact on the gut microbiome. Each year the United States uses 1 billion pounds of pesticides that may be damaging our bodies when we eat our veggies. “What we are not doing is prioritizing protecting the microbiome—for us and the soil. It’s time we recognize the interconnections between climate, soil and the gut,” DiChiara says. There are multiple ways we can cultivate a closer, healthier relationship between our soil and our gut, such as supporting sustainable agriculture, avoiding processed foods, frequenting farmers markets for organic produce or spending time in nature. Better yet, Kittredge suggests planting a pesticide-free garden at home and eating carrots straight from the soil.
response and increased risk of certain diseases.
Regenerative farming practices hold the key to revitalizing our depleted soils and enhancing trace mineral content. By prioritizing soil health and biodiversity, regenerative farmers implement strategies that rejuvenate the land.
n Cover cropping and crop rotation promote diverse plant species, enrich organic matter and enhance nutrient cycling, resulting in more nutrient-rich soil.
n Minimal tillage preserves soil structure, promotes beneficial microbial activity and reduces nutrient loss, allowing for improved trace mineral availability.
n Composting and organic matter management replenish the soil with essential nutrients, including trace minerals, fostering a thriving soil microbiome.
n Agroforestry and habitat restoration integrate trees, shrubs and diverse vegetation, supporting biodiversity and enhancing nutrient cycling.
by Jessica Scofield-Chichester, PhDThe interplay between soil health, trace minerals and human wellbeing is a fascinating and vital connection. As our agricultural practices have led to depleted soils, we must understand the significance of trace minerals in maintaining optimal health. Let’s explore the importance of trace minerals for our bodies, the role of regenerative farming in restoring nutrient-rich soil and how a healthy soil microbiome contributes to our overall well-being.
Trace minerals are essential micronutrients that our bodies require in small quantities for proper physiological functioning. These minerals, including zinc, iron, copper, selenium and others, play crucial roles in enzyme activation, hormone regulation, immune function and cellular processes. Numerous scientific studies highlight their importance.
Zinc has been shown to support immune function, wound healing and DNA synthesis. Research indicates that zinc deficiency compromises immune response and increases susceptibility to infections.
Iron is crucial for oxygen transport, energy metabolism and cognitive development. Iron deficiency is associated with fatigue, impaired cognitive function and anemia.
Copper plays a vital role in connective tissue formation, iron metabolism and antioxidant defense. Studies suggest that copper deficiency can impair growth, immune function and cardiovascular health.
Selenium is a potent antioxidant that supports thyroid function and helps protect against oxidative stress. Research links selenium deficiency to weakened immune
A healthy soil microbiome, consisting of beneficial bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms, is essential for nutrient absorption, disease prevention and overall wellbeing. It is no coincidence that a healthy gut microbiome in humans and a thriving soil microbiome share commonalities. Research has shed light on the significance of the soil-gut connection.
For example, healthy soil microbiota can suppress parasitic infections by competing for resources and producing antimicrobial substances. Studies indicate that a diverse soil microbiome promotes resistance against parasitic infections in humans as well.
The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in immune function, nutrient absorption and mental health. Disruptions in the gut microbiota have been associated with various conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease, obesity and depression.
Supplementing Trace Minerals
Due to soil depletion, supplementation with trace minerals has become increasingly important to support a healthy gut microbiome and overall well-being. When our diets lack trace minerals, supplementation can bridge the nutritional gap. Here are some key considerations.
Trace mineral supplements: Supplements can help ensure adequate intake of essential trace minerals, especially when dietary sources may be limited. It is essential to consult with a healthcare professional to determine individual needs.
Nutrient-dense foods: Prioritizing a varied and balanced diet, rich in whole foods, including fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds, helps provide essential trace minerals and supports a healthy gut microbiome.
The delicate interplay between trace minerals, regenerative farming and our well-being underscores the importance of nurturing our soil and gut microbiomes. By adopting regenerative farming practices and supplementing with trace minerals, we can restore nutrient-rich soils, support a healthy soil microbiome and optimize our own gut health. The connection between the earth and our gut microbiome serves as a reminder of the deep relationship we share with our environment, emphasizing the importance of sustainable and holistic approaches to agriculture and personal health.
Jessica Scofield-Chichester, PhD, Rev is the co-founder and CEO of Haute Healing Oasis, in Stamford. She has been in the health, wellness and spiritual science field for over 25 years, is a Hall of Fame athlete and has been a kundalini, yoga and intuitive health and fitness coach for over 20 years. Connect at 203-595-5304, Info@HauteSauna.com and HauteHealingOasis.com.
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“Addition of organic matter, such as compost, leaf mold or wellaged manure, helps build good soil structure and feeds beneficial soil microbes,” says Walliser, who recommends adding one to two inches per year to gardens.
Making compost onsite is valuable, but not always possible. In some cities, free compost is available through community compost hubs where residents drop off bins of yard and food waste. “Purchasing commercially produced compost may be a worthwhile investment, particularly when growers are just getting started and soil quality is poor,” suggests Bryan O’Hara, the Connecticut author of No-Till Intensive Vegetable Culture: Pesticide-Free Methods for Restoring Soil and Growing Nutrient-Rich, High-Yielding Crops.
PLANT PERENNIALS: Perennials come back every year and can provide food for people and wildlife. Many varieties of fruiting shrubs, trees, vegetables and nuts can form the backbone of a garden with annual plants interspersed throughout. Adding beauty to the mix, perennial flowers—some of which are edible—are essential food for bees, butterflies and birds.
“Choose plants with different flower shapes, sizes and colors, as well as plants with a diversity of bloom times,” Walliser advises. “Opt for plants native to your region, as they have co-evolved with native insects and may provide better resources for them.”
Reversing global warming may feel like a challenge that is out of reach, but anyone can make a difference by planting an ecologically supportive garden. Regenerative techniques employed in the backyard, a community garden or even an apartment patio can significantly improve local ecosystems. And because living systems are interconnected, a healthier ecosystem boosts the well-being of all life forms, as well as the environment.
“Growing a garden is one of the most powerful things we can do as individuals to enact positive change and make a difference,” says Emily Murphy, the California author of Grow Now: How We Can Save Our Health, Communities, and Planet—One Garden at a Time. “If you’re looking for practical solutions to the climate crisis and the resulting loss of biodiversity, the answer is right out your door and in the earth beneath your feet. It’s possible to sequester enough carbon to offset your carbon footprint while supporting wildlife.”
According to Jessica Walliser, the Pennsylvania author of Plant Partners: Science-Based Companion Planting Strategies for the Vegetable Garden and co-founder of Savvy Gardening.com, “Regenerative practices are simple, proactive steps that millions of gardeners should be adopting. They not only simplify your gardening practices and reduce time and budget in the long term, they are also the right thing to do in this modern age of human disturbance.”
L AYER SOIL: A key principle of regenerative gardening is to add layers to the soil instead of digging downward or tilling. “Layering up increases the water-holding capacity of the soil and the ability of the soil to sequester carbon,” Murphy explains.
EMBRACE BIODIVERSITY: “When you’re fostering biodiversity, you’re supporting the mutualism that naturally exists in wildlife. You’re increasing and improving ecological relationships,” says Murphy. Instead of planting monoculture rows in a vegetable garden, mix up the plants the way Mother Nature does, Walliser recommends. And if abandoning tidy rows of the same type of plant seems too unruly, interplant the rows: a few beans, a tomato, flowers, then more beans and peppers, for example.
Another suggestion is to plant a variety of salad greens, carrots and radishes in a raised bed and interplant edible nasturtiums, chives and violets. “Interplanting makes it harder for pests to find their favorite host plant. It also makes it harder for diseases to spread from one plant to the next,” Walliser explains.
AVOID CHEMICALS: Skip the pesticides, herbicides and synthetic fertilizers. “Even organic pesticides can be harmful to pollinators and pest-eating beneficial insects like ladybugs, lacewings and others,” says Walliser. A chemical-free, biodiverse garden is a safe place for beneficial bugs. Trust that the good bugs will find the bad bugs and there will be balance.
A sun-kissed organic tomato from the garden will forever ruin us for grocery store produce. And when we sink our hands in healthy soil to retrieve a beet or plant seeds, we may feel a wave of positive energy because soil microbes have been found to work like natural antidepressants, making us happier and healthier.
“When we begin to understand the inner workings of our greater ecosystem through the ecosystems closest to home, such as our gardens and communities, we come to see that we each have the power to grow positive change beginning at home,” says Murphy.
Julie Peterson writes on health, wellness and environmental topics. Reach out at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.
tactic to help a family adopt a rainbow-based diet. According to Registered Dietitian Olga Kras, “Not any single fruit or vegetable provides all of the nutrients we need. Making a variety of colors of fruits and vegetables visible increases the likelihood that they will be part of a daily routine.”
When her children were younger, instead of giving them sugary treats, she would cut fruits and vegetables into shapes with cookie cutters. “They loved opening their lunch boxes to find the fun shapes,” she recalls, noting the allure of visually pleasing treats. As the first-century Roman Apicius said, “We eat first with our eyes.”
According to Sarah Stegner, co-owner and chef of Prairie Grass Cafe, in Northbrook, Illinois, “Food is medicine. It is what lifts us up. When we allow ourselves to get run-down or we are tired, that is when we are the most vulnerable, and we reach for that highly processed, packaged thing. That’s when we compromise, and compromise leads to long-term illness.”
Stegner compares food shopping to a trip to an art store for the artist that is about to paint a rainbow. “Center yourself,” she counsels. “Don’t put anything into the cart that shouldn’t be eaten. The key word is choice. If people don’t understand and realize what the choices they have are—for example, what herbs are and how to use them—then that is not a choice for them when they go home to cook a meal.”
“It’s just fun to have foods that are colorful,” says Erin Hoogendyk, a cooking instructor at Grebe’s Chef Center, in Wausau, Wisconsin, whose favorite flavor accents are onions, lemons and limes, as well as a panoply of herbs, including basil, rosemary, chives, parsley and mint. To add color and nutrition to everyday salads, she tosses in blueberries or dresses them with homemade vinaigrettes made with strawberries and balsamic.
Eating plant-based foods from every hue in the rainbow provides an exceptional array of health benefits. Rich in essential vitamins, minerals and fiber, vibrantly colored fruits and vegetables also contain phytonutrients such as antioxidants, flavonoids, carotenoids and polyphenols that contribute to the color, flavor and aroma of such foods. There are thousands of phytonutrients and, according to a 2022 review of clinical studies published in Nutrients, these natural chemical compounds “play an important role in the prevention of serious chronic diseases such as diabetes, obesity and hypertension, along with different types of cancer or degenerative diseases.”
From a culinary perspective, colorful, plant-based foods add pops of color and flavor to a dish, and simple techniques can transform uber-nutritious fruits and veggies into crave-worthy delights. From tasty spreads and luscious dressings to pungent pickling recipes and rich soups, eating the rainbow can be a scrumptious and sustainable everyday lifestyle.
Keeping a medley of wholesome choices in the house is a good
Hoogendyk recommends farmers markets, individual farm stands and community-supported agriculture subscriptions to discover the freshest, in-season ingredients. When it comes to cooking and putting meals together, a sense of adventure and enjoyment is paramount, she says. Her coleslaw recipe includes red and green onions, radishes and red cabbage. “I don’t like coleslaw to be boring,” she quips, adding that her next project is to pickle an ingredient she has never pickled before: celery. “I can’t wait to see how it turns out.”
For those wanting to optimize their rainbow-based diets, “testing can help people understand how to best support their biology and determine what their bodies need,” says Dr. Véronique Desaulniers, a chiropractor and author of Heal Breast Cancer Naturally. She recommends the DNA test kit and whole-body health report from Nutrition Genome to pinpoint which foods to enjoy or avoid, depending on genetic weaknesses. Close monitoring of blood sugar levels is also important, she notes, as daily glucose and insulin spikes “can turn on cancer-causing genes and cancer-causing pathways.”
Veronica Hinke is a food historian and author of The Last Night on the Titanic: Unsinkable Drinking, Dining and Style. Learn more at FoodStringer.com.
This dish can be served as a meal or cut into smaller pieces and presented as party appetizers. Cauliflower provides vitamins B 6, K and C, magnesium and fiber. It is also a great source of glucosinolates and isothiocyanates, two types of antioxidants that have been shown to slow the growth of cancer cells.
Button mushrooms are a source of vitamin D, selenium, phosphorus and folate. They also contain polysaccharides, indoles, polyphenols and carotenoids, which are associated with cancer-fighting properties.
YIELD: 4 SERVINGS
4 slices of cauliflower, ¾-inch thick
1 tsp cooking spray
4 tsp olive oil
1 Tbsp dry Italian seasonings
2 cups fresh brown button mushrooms, sliced
2 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ tsp sea salt
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
½ tsp red pepper flakes
1 Tbsp fresh thyme for garnish
Preheat the oven to 400º F and spray two large baking sheets with cooking oil. Place the cauliflower slices onto one of the baking sheets. They need lots of space between them and shouldn’t overlap.
Brush each side of the cauliflower steaks lightly with the olive oil and season with sea salt, pepper and Italian seasonings. Roast 20 to 25 minutes, flipping once, until both sides are golden brown. In a mixing bowl, add mushrooms, minced garlic, a pinch of sea salt and pepper, then toss to coat well. Spread the mushroom mixture on the other oil-sprayed baking sheet and bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven. As an alternative, sauté the mushroom mixture in a medium pan with 1 teaspoon of oil over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes.
Once done, remove the pans from the oven. Sprinkle roasted cauliflower steaks with cheese and top the cheese with the roasted or sautéed mushrooms and garlic mixture. Return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Sprinkle with fresh thyme and enjoy.
This vibrant, lime green-colored soup is an excellent source of potassium, fiber, vitamins B6 and C, iron, magnesium and calcium. It also contains several phytonutrients, including the carotenoids lutein, zeaxanthin and B-carotene, as well as tocopherols. For the croutons, choose a healthy bread, such as sprouted whole grain, gluten-free, almond flour or flax loaves.
YIELD: 2 TO 6 SERVINGS, DEPENDING ON PORTION SIZE
FOR SOUP:
6 cups broccoli florets, chopped
2 cups vegetable or chicken stock
1 generous pinch of sea salt
1 pinch of chili pepper flakes
3 Tbsp butter
FOR CROUTONS:
1 cup diced bread
2 Tbsp melted butter
½ tsp fresh thyme, chives or other fresh garden herbs, minced
Bring the stock to a boil. Add the sea salt and chili flakes. Add the broccoli and cook until fork tender and bright green. Transfer to a blender, add butter and blend well. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with aged cheddar cheese and croutons.
To make the croutons, toss the diced bread in a bowl with melted butter, salt and fresh herbs. Spread the bread in an even layer on an oven-safe pan. Bake at 350º F and toast until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
Recipe and photo courtesy of Sarah Stegner.
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by Mary Albanese
Surely having your pet get lost is every pet parent’s worst nightmare, but it is preventable with some advance preparation before triggering events occur. According to CT Dog Recovery Volunteers board member and lead volunteer, Carol Ferrucci, the month before Fourth of July until about three weeks after the holiday is a very active period for lost pets, largely because of fireworks.
Knowing the situations that cause your pet anxiety or stress is key to pet loss prevention. Likely you already know what your pet reacts negatively to, but you may need to explore several different options—or combinations of them— before settling on what works best for you and your pet. Loud noises, such as fireworks, can randomly occur at other times besides July 4th so keep the following tips in mind throughout the year.
There are a multitude of natural regimens available; together with your pet’s health care professional, decide what would work best for your furry friend. These can include supplements and homeopathic methods; however, many are unregulated so before attempting to self-administer to your pet, it would be wise to first consult with your veterinarian.
Wrapping your pet either with an item of clothing of yours, a small blanket or a purchased calming pet shirt can also be a useful method. Wrapping resembles a hug, similar to swaddling a baby, and can help your pet feel secure and safe.
Creating a safe space for your pet is essential. Many pets respond well to auditory soothing. Calming music or sounds can be played near your pet’s special space or stall. It can serve as a buffer and can make a stressful event more bearable.
Some pet parents report pheromone therapy helps their pet cope with stressful situations. Given our pet’s superior sense of smell, this is understandable. These therapies were initially used to quell aggressive or negative behaviors, but later research has shown that they can also be useful in stressful situations like thunderstorms, moving or having a social event in your house.
Alternative therapies, such as massage, energy work like EFT, acupuncture, acupressure or even simply grooming your pet, can be useful soothing methods.
Armatherapy may also be beneficial. Certain essential oils may be helpful for your pet. However, it is imperative that you consult with your pet’s health care professional before utilizing any kind of essential oils as some of these can be toxic to pets.
You as pet parents are responsible for the safety of your furry family members, and you should be diligent in your care of them. A bit of prevention on your part can go a long way and prevent avoidable heartache.
“Make sure your pet is well-secured—if you are taking your dog outside, use a reliable leash and collar system and don’t let your guard down,” Ferrucci pointed out. “Many dogs can panic if they’re outside and fireworks start to go off. If your yard is fenced and fireworks begin, bring your pet inside.”
Ferrucci explained there are five major ways that a dog will go missing: the dog is off leash and ran, was left outside unattended, broke through a fence, ran out a door, or slipped a collar or ran when a leash was dropped. Predators are always an additional risk and can be another factor in pet disappearances.
As pet parents, Ferrucci advised to do your due diligence. If there have been windy conditions, be sure gates and fences are still secure, gates are latched (preferably locked so they can’t be left open), a fence can’t be jumped by your pet (even using a nearby tree stump, chair or table). If you have people working in your house or company, secure your pets in a room or crate so there is no chance of mishap or escape.
Should the unthinkable occur and your pet does get lost, Ferrucci offered the following tips:
n Contact your local animal control officer and notify them about your missing pet.
n Do a quick search of your immediate area for your pet.
n If your pet has a favorite person or another pet in your house, have them get involved in the search.
n If you do see your pet, stay calm and low to the ground. Try to lure your pet closer to you using treats or a toy or another pet on long line. You may even want to open your car door and offer a car ride if that appeals to your pet.
n If your yard has a barrier fence, open your gate in case your pet returns while you are searching. Turn off your electric fence.
n Leave out a “scent article”—something that belongs to your pet’s favorite person or other pet— at a point in your yard where your pet usually goes, put out water and place a camera in your yard.
n Don’t chase or scream for your pet; call gently and stay calm.
n Contact CT Dog Gone Recovery Volunteers ( your dog has gotten lost and fill out the lost dog form.
Pets give their trust and love. You can honor that trust by keeping them safe.
Mary Albanese of ZenZu Animal Communication & Energy Work provides animal communication and energy work globally to all species of animals in a variety of circumstances, including helping locate lost pets. Connect at zenzuac.com.
MONDAY, JULY 10
Introduction to White Time Gemstone Healing – 6:30-9pm. This two-and-a-half hour introductory workshop is intended to inspire you to live with more confidence, more support, more happiness, and more joy with the help of our crystal friends and allies. Registration fee: $44 (includes S&H). Workshop taught over Zoom. $44. CrystalMusicHealing.com.
TUESDAY, JULY 11
White Time Healing Circle – 7-9pm. Roundrobin style healing circle featuring White Time Energy and Gemstone healing. Facilitated by Bradford Tilden. $30. Center For Higher Living, 130 Webster Square, Berlin. RSVP: 860-830-5841 or Info@CrystalMusicHealing.com. Tinyurl.com/ WhiteTimeCircle.
THURSDAY, JULY 13
unWINEd Yoga with Alessia Adler – 6:307:30pm. Join Alessia Adler in a unique yoga class - the only class where you drink wine during the class. Grab your friends for this fun and interactive event. No yoga experience necessary. Please bring a yoga mat and wear white socks to walk into the cave. $60. Salt Cave of Darien, 555 Post Rd, Darien. 203-658-7667. SaltCaveOfDarien.com.
Holy Fire Reiki Circle – 7-8pm. Online via Zoom with Gail Christie. Join us to release anxiety and connect to peace and joy with a Holy Fire meditation and shared Reiki. Free. No experience needed. Sign up by 5pm on 7/13/23 for logon link. Joyful Living Reiki. 203-979-0918. GailChristieReiki.com.
Clairvoyant or Mediumship Readings with Theresa Galuszka – 12-5pm. Join Clairvoyant, Medium, Psychic, Reiki Master and Clinical Hypnotherapist, Theresa Galuszka, for a 30-minute Clairvoyant or Mediumship reading. Readings can also help you to connect with angels, guides, and spirits who can communicate messages of wisdom and clarity. $80-$120. Salt Cave of Darien, 555 Post Rd, Darien. 203-658-7667. SaltCaveOfDarien.com.
Holy Fire Reiki 1 Certification Training – 10am5:30pm. In-person with Gail Christie, Holy Fire Usui, Karuna and World Peace Reiki Master. Learn the techniques for releasing stress, balancing your own energy and sharing Reiki with others. Register on website by 7/9. Sign up with a friend and save 20%. $200. Joyful Living Reiki, LLC, 55 Three Lakes Dr, Stamford. 203-979-0918. GailChristieReiki.com.
Flow and Restore with Melissa Lemieux –6-7:30pm. Begin with a 30-minute hatha flow, a set of physical postures and breathing techniques, practiced more slowly. Transitioning to a 45-minute restorative flow. Ending with guided meditation and shavasana. $30. The Angel Wing, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 19
Foundations of Yoga with Leah – 6:30-7:15pm. Curious about yoga but intimidated about taking your first class? Or you’ve been to classes before but you’re wanting deeper instruction around alignment or modifications. Come for a basics class. Mats provided. Limited to 8 students. $25. The Angel Wing, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com.
THURSDAY, JULY 20
Fun and Fabulous Tarot with Beth Leas – 6:308pm. Tarot Curious? Wondering what’s in the cards for you this summer? Join revered tarot reader Beth Leas in the Salt Cave for a magical and super fun hands-on tarot party that is perfect for all levels. You may bring your own beverages. $80. Salt Cave of Darien, 555 Post Rd, Darien. 203-658-7667. SaltCaveOfDarien.com.
FRIDAY, JULY 21
Usui/Holy Fire Reiki Master Certification Training – 10am-5:30pm. 7/21, 7/22 & 7/23. In-person with Gail Christie, Holy Fire Usui, Karuna and World Peace Reiki Master. Learn all techniques needed to teach and practice at the Holy Fire Reiki master level. $145 discount by 6/30/23. Last day to register 7/9. From $888. Joyful Living Reiki, Three Lakes Dr, Stamford. 203-979-0918. GailChristieReiki.com.
SUNDAY, JULY 23
Yoga on the Ball and Wall with Karen Pierce –1:30-3:30pm. Join Karen for some bouncy fun. Please bring your own stability ball!. $39 per person (special offer bring a friend for free). Yogaspace, 78 Stony Hill Rd, Bethel. 203-730-9642. Yogaspace-CT.com.
WEDNESDAY,
Connecticut Ballet Presents Ballet Under the Stars – 7-9pm. Free performance tour finishes at Stamford Downtown Dances. The venue’s Snack Box offers light bites, drinks, and desserts on site. Admission is free. Free. Mill River Park, Washington Blvd, Stamford. ConnecticutBallet.org.
THURSDAY, JULY 27
Restorative Yoga with Sound Bowl Meditation with Carol Shwidock and Diane Nickelberg –6:30-7:45pm. Breathe in the healing of the salt cave while being serenaded with a sound bath and restorative yoga poses. Please bring a yoga mat, two bed pillows or bolsters, and two blankets as your body melts into a triple delight of relaxation. $75. Salt Cave of Darien, 555 Post Rd, Darien. 203-658-7667. SaltCaveOfDarien.com.
SATURDAY, JULY 29
Reiki and Guided Meditation – 1-2pm. Online with Gail Christie. Join us to release stress and restore balance and joy with a Holy Fire Reiki meditation and shared Reiki. No experience needed. All are welcome. Free. Sign up by 11am on 7/29 for Zoom link. Joyful Living Reiki. 203-979-0918. GailChristieReiki.com. Free. GailChristieReiki.com.
sunday
Online Meditation Practice Session – 10-11am. Online meditation practice sessions and Dharma talks using Zoom. All levels welcome. No formal charge. By donation. Center for Mindfulness & Insight Meditation, 9 Picketts Ridge Rd, West Redding. 203-244-3130. ReddingMeditation.org.
Sunday Services at Center for Spiritual Development, NSAC – 11am-12pm. A loving, non-judgmental environment where everyone can seek and search for spiritual understanding and personal unfoldment at their own pace. Zoom and in-person. By donation. 293 Sound Beach Ave, Old Greenwich. Pastor@Center4spiritualdev.org. Center4SpiritualDEV.org.
tuesday
Gentle Yoga with Christy – 9:30-10:30am. Flow through gentle sequences that invoke the energy of the gods/goddesses. Each class will honor a god/ goddess. Open to all. Your first class with Christy is free. Use the code CHRISTY. $25. The Angel Wing, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com.
Vinyasa Yoga with Kailey – 6-7pm. Join Kailey on for vinyasa to quiet the mind and awaken your inner spirituality. Your first class with Kailey is FREE. Use the code KAILEY for the discount. $25. The Angel Wing, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com.
Yoga for Spiritual Awakening with Kailey –5-6:15pm. Explore movement, chanting, and meditation curated to connect and awaken you to the deeper awareness inside! Your first class with Kailey is free. Use the code KAILEY for the discount. $25. The Angel Wing, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com. Restorative Yoga with Sound Meditation with Kailey – 6:30-7:30pm. Join Kailey for a healing and restorative session of relaxing and releasing restorative yoga poses with sound healing. Props available but feel free to bring your own. Your first class with Kailey is free. Use the code KAILEY for the discount. $25. The Angel Wing, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com.
Holy Fire Reiki 2 Certification Training – 10am5:30pm. In-person, with Gail Christie, Holy Fire Usui, Karuna and World Peace Reiki Master. Deepen your connection to Reiki, learn the Level 2 symbols and practice giving a complete Reiki session. $275. Register on website by 7/16. Joyful Living Reiki, Three Lakes Dr, Stamford. 203-9790918. GailChristieReiki.com.
wednesday
Yoga with Leah – 7:30-8:30am & 4:30-5:30pm. Fragrance free class. Class begins by connecting with the breath and setting an intention for the day ahead. Ignite the fire within and wake up the body through core integration. First class free - use code LEAH. $25. The Angel Wing, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com.
Vinyasa Yoga with Kailey – 9:30-10:30am. Begins 7/12. Join Kailey for vinyasa to quiet the mind and awaken your inner spirituality. Your first class with Kailey is free. Use the code KAILEY for the discount. $25. The Angel Wing, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com.
Purple Lotus Womens Group (21+) – 5-6pm. A therapeutic support group for women geared toward personal growth. Group is held in person on telehealth. Most insurance accepted. $40. Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling Center, LLC, 670 Main St, Ste B2, Woodbury. 203-263-3793. WolfSpiritWellness.org.
Finding Your Voice – 7-8pm. Every other Wednesday. This is a therapeutic group for survivors of sexual assault. Via telehealth. Most insurances are accepted. $40. Seating is Limited. Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling Center, LLC, 670 Main St, St B2, Woodbury. 203-263-3793. WolfSpiritWellness.org.
Online Meditation Practice Session – 7-8pm. Online meditation practice sessions and Dharma talks using Zoom. All levels welcome. No formal charge. By donation. Center for Mindfulness & Insight Meditation, 9 Picketts Ridge Rd, West Redding. 203-244-3130. ReddingMeditation.org.
Mysticism: Where Science, Art and Religion Meet –7-8:30pm. What is the purpose of life? Our intent is to address these issues through lectures, readings and guided group discussions. We will present ancient concepts, cuttingedge theories, speculations, assertions, data, and most of all, thought-provoking ideas for discussion. Free. Aleph Talks, 606 Post Rd East, Ste 667, Westport. AlephTalks.com.
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Wyndham Southbury
1284 Strongtown Rd, Southbury
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CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT EVENTS
FEED YOUR BODY, YOUR MIND, YOUR SOUL With Jennifer Goldhaber
Sunday, July 23 • 1-3pm • $30
MEDIUMSHIP THROUGH THE POWER OF INSPIRATION with Rev. Liz Hoy and Rev. Kathleen James
Friday, August 11 • 7-10pm & Saturday, August 12 • 9am-3pm
Space is limited – Contact us for details
ONGOING EVENTS
WEEKLY SERVICE
Every Sunday • 11am-12pm
CHILDREN’S LYCEUM
thursday
Kundalini Yoga with Gong Bath with Stephen – 9-10:30am. Kundalini Yoga is an empowering, holistic practice that synchronizes physical postures, breathwork, meditation, and sound (mantra) to align your body, mind and spirit. The practice will culminate with a relaxing gong bath. All levels welcome. $25. The Angel Wing, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com.
Sound Yoga (Online) – 11am-12pm. With Barbara Soares, yoga/vocal yoga teacher and Reiki Master will help students explore the power of sound to relax, inspire, and listen deeply. Learn and practice humming, deep listening, and medicine melodies to improve wellness and reduce stress. Students should bring a yoga mat and wear loose, comfortable clothes. $50/5 sessions. Tinyurl.com/SoundYogaBobbi.
Sound Healing Meditation – 6-7pm. Join Bradford Tilden every other Thursday. He creates powerful sonic transmissions with his voice and crystal bowls. Please Bring blanket, chair or yoga mat to sit on. Register via eventbrite: tinyurl.com/BridgeSoundBrad. Walk-ins welcome. $20-$35. The Bridge Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St, Farmington. 860-404-2578. BridgeHAC.com.
Salty Yin Yoga with Kelly Warters – 6:30-7:30pm. Second Thursday. Join Kelly Warters for this 8 part Chakra Yin Yoga Series. You may attend one of the classes or sign up for all 8 for maximum healing benefits + a discount. $37.22. Revive Salt Therapy & Wellness, 374 New Haven Ave, Milford. 203-283-5968. ReviveSaltTherapy.as.me.
friday
Yoga with Leah – 9:30-10:45am. Fragrance free class. 75 minutes of mindful movement. Class begins by connecting with the breath and setting an intention for the day ahead. First class free - use code LEAH. $25. The Angel Wing, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com.
Reiki 1st Degree Workshop: Online or In-Person – 10am-5pm. First Friday. With Gigi Benanti, Reiki Master/Teacher (24 years). Learn Reiki 1st Level (Western Style). Learn how to use Reiki for healing. Two manuals and certificate included. Zoom link will be given with e-mail and payment. Please call to register. Also held on the first Saturday. No drop-ins. $135. Angelic Healing Center, 7 Morgan Ave, Norwalk. 203-852-1150. AngelHealReiki.com.
DBT Skills Group (21+) – 3-4pm. A therapeutic group to learn skills to manage emotional distress and mindfulness. Group is held in-person. Call for pricing. Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling Center, LLC, 670 Main St, Ste B2, Woodbury. 203263-3793. WolfSpiritWellness.org.
A Queer Experience (18-30) – 6-7pm. Open ongoing in person group. A supportive psychotherapy group primarily for individuals from 18 to 30 years of age to discuss the experiences and challenges of being a part of the queer community. Call for pricing. Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling Center, LLC, 670 Main St, Ste B2, Woodbury. 203-2633793. WolfSpiritWellness.org.
Friday Night Fun Networking – 6:30-8pm. First Friday. With Beth Leas of Tribe TLC. Each month will feature a fun activity designed to enhance getting to know one another . RSVP to Beth Leas at 203-856-9566 (call/text) or TLCBethLeas@gmail.com. Free. Yoga for Everybody, 85 Mill Plain Rd, 3rd Floor, Fairfield. 203-254-9642. TLCBethLeas@gmail.com. Yoga4Everybody.net.
Monthly Yoga Mom’s Night Out – 7-9pm. Second Friday. Join us for an evening that’s all about reclaiming you time. Calm your mind and body with candlelight yoga, a few other experiences. Space is limited to 16 moms, so please pre-register. $40. Come with a friend and get a special gift. $40. Yoga for Everybody, 85 Mill Plain Rd, 3rd Floor, Fairfield. 203-254-9642. Yoga4Everybody.net.
saturday
Saturday Dharma and Morning Meditation – 7:308:15am. Discuss various works on topics such as selfstudy, meditation, self-improvement, mindfulness, joy and much more. Discussion will be followed by 30-minute guided meditation. Proceeds donated to our charity of the month. $10/cash. Yoga Culture, 105 Mill Plain Rd, Danbury. 203-730-0250. WeAreYogaCulture.com. Kundalini Yoga with Gong Bath with Stephen – 9-10:30am. Kundalini Yoga is an empowering, holistic practice that synchronizes physical postures, breathwork, meditation, and sound (mantra) to align your body, mind and spirit. The practice will culminate with a relaxing gong bath. All levels welcome. $25. The Angel Wing, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com.
Align with Source – 10:30am-12:15pm. A Spiritual Empowerment meeting via Zoom. Comprises a talk, inter-action and a guided meditation. Request Zoom invite by emailing AlignWithSource@gmail. com. By donation.
In-Person Meditation Practice Session – 10-11:30am. Limited in-person meditation practice. All levels welcome. If it’s your first time, please let someone know so that we can provide a brief introduction. Must register online. Donations encouraged. Center for Mindfulness & Insight Meditation, 9 Picketts Ridge Rd, West Redding. 203-244-3130. ReddingMeditation.org.
Reiki Second Degree Workshop: Online or In-Person – 10am-5pm. Fifth Saturday. With Gigi Benanti, Reiki Master/Teacher (24 years). Learn Reiki Level 2 (Western Style). Learn how to send reiki distance healing, deepen your use of Reiki for yourself and others and more. Two manuals and certificate included. Also held on the last Friday. No drop-ins. $225. Angelic Healing Center, 7 Morgan Ave, Norwalk. 203-852-1150. AngelHealReiki.com.
Finding Your Voice – 1-2pm. Every other Saturday. This is a therapeutic group for survivors of sexual assault. In-person. Most insurances are accepted. $40. Seating is Limited. Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling Center, LLC, 670 Main St, St B2, Woodbury. 203-263-3793. WolfSpiritWellness.org.
Eyesofwings Soulcial in the Garden – 1-5pm. Our mission is to provide accessible and reasonably priced Healing Arts services and products to facilitate people in their self-healing. $22. Carmelina’s Garden, 172 Welton St, Hamden. 203-589-4614. Eyesofwings.live.
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AMPCOIL
Freddie Kimmel, Product Expert 95 Cross Hwy, Redding 833-267-2645
Freddie@AmpCoil.com
AmpCoil.com
Extraordinary Wellness!
AmpCoil is an extraordinary system that delivers sound frequencies through PEMF to harmonize, balance, and support you on your journey to wellness. 90% of AmpCoil’s most active users reported that AmpCoil has been instrumental to their personal wellness, and over 55% reported that they experience relief from symptoms related to Lyme or other chronic conditions.
NEERU KAUSHIK, ND, MS ACU, MS, MA Institute for Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Therapies
805 Kings Highway East, Fairfield 203-331-9111
DrKaushik@AyurvedicInstituteCT.com
AyurvedicInstituteCT.com
A combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may include supplements, diet/ nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. See ad, page 14.
THEA LITSIOS
Certified Career Coach
Career Coach and Kolbe Consultant
TheaLitsios.com
203-693-1493
Find the career or college major that is in alignment with your natural talents and strengths. Discover the joy of having a career that is right for you. See ad, page 2.
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THE HOMESTEAD FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS
Dr. Annamarie Nardini, DC & Dr. Matthew Nardini, DC
433 Boston Post Rd, Darien
203-244-8544
Info@TheHomesteadChiropractic.com
TheHomesteadChiropractic.com
Drs. Anna and Matt Nardini are dedicated to helping you reclaim your health. With specialized training for pediatrics and pregnancy, they provide gentle, safe, and effective chiropractic care for the entire family. Drs. Nardini also provide you with personalized nutrition, lifestyle, and exercise recommendations to get you functioning your best!
EMBODY THE SACRED
Deana Paqua, MA, LMT Ridgefield and New Milford
Deana.Paqua@gmail.com
EmbodyTheSacred.net
Offering classes, training programs, healing sessions and mentoring in cross-cultural energy medicine and contemporary shamanism for healers, spiritual seekers and the energy sensitive. Learn self-healing, self-empowerment and trauma transformation through the sacred.
BRADFORD TILDEN, MM, CMT, UWT 130 Webster Square Rd. Berlin 860-830-5841
Info@CrystalMusicHealing.com
CrystalMusicHealing.com
Courses in Universal White Time (UWT) Healing and Gemstone
Healing. This powerful new modality gives us the possibility to direct healing through time and space. Trainings include contact healing, aura clearing, chakra balancing, organ clearing, point balancing, and the laying-on of stones. See ad, page 4.
BETH LEAS
Transformative Healing • Tarot
Virtual and In-Person Sessions
203-856-9566
BethLeas.com
BRADFORD TILDEN, MM, CMT, UWT
130 Webster Square Rd. Berlinand via ZOOM 860-830-5841
Info@CrystalMusicHealing.com
CrystalMusicHealing.com
If not now, when? Inspire change on all levels—greater physical ease, emotional freedom, peace of mind and spiritual connection. 30+ years of intuitive healing experience with adults and children of all ages. Reiki, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Tarot. See ad, page 2.
KATHY STALTER
Sanaré Wellness, LLC
Southington 860-600-0106
Kathy@Sanare.Life
Sanare.life
The Future of Energy Medicine is here! This 24-unit Energy Enhancement System creates multiple bioactive, regenerative energy fields, including scalar waves and biophotons, that can assist your body’s ability to repair and heal itself from disease. The body can become capable of rejuvenating and recalibrating itself back to homeostasis. Appointment only. See ad, page 4.
WAYNE LEISS, LMT, CAO 49 Stony Hill Rd, Bethel 203-994-1207
Wayne@WayneLeiss.com
WayneLeiss.com
Essential oils address stress reduction, support the natural functioning of body systems and can enhance overall well-being. They are used in topical, internal and aromatic applications. Improve physically, emotionally and spiritually as Wayne teaches you about the benefits and uses of massage with natural and pure dōTERRA Essential Oils. See ad, page 2.
Bradford specializes in Universal White Time energy, sound, and gemstone therapies. He helps people attain inner peace, empowerment, and improved quality of life. Clear your fear and trauma. Get support during spiritual awakenings. Experience wholeness and find your purpose. See ad, page 4.
SOPHIA NATURAL HEALTH CENTER
Ken Hoffman, DACM, LAc, Medical Director 31 Old Rte 7, Brookfield 203-740-9300
INM.Center
Using naturopathic and Chinese medical principles, we get to the source of your health concerns. Diagnostic methods include functional testing such as advanced bloodwork analysis, cardiovascular testing, hormone evaluation and thermography. Our customized treatment program includes acupuncture, herbal and nutritional medicine, diet and lifestyle counseling and more. Most insurance accepted.
EYECARE ASSOCIATES, PC
Dr. Randy Schulman, MS, OD, FCOVD
Dr. Robert Byne • Dr. Allie Decker
Dr. Jason Grygier • Dr. Ken Landesman
Dr. Diana Ngo • Dr. Maryam Nizami
Dr. Justin Rapp • Dr. Sonia Singh
Dr. Magy Tepliz
Locations:
6515 Main St, Trumbull • 203-374-2020
444 Westport Ave, Norwalk • 203-840-1991
2600 Post Rd, Southport • 203-255-4005
1425 Bedford St, 1M, Stamford • 203-357-0204
572 US-6, Mahopac, NY
103 S Bedford Rd, Mount Kisco, NY
CTEyecareAssociates.com
We offer behavioral optometry, comprehensive vision exams, contact lenses and vision therapy. Call to schedule your appointment today.
CHANNELING YOUR WISDOM COACHING
Lynda Mettler, ACC
Transformation Coach & Reiki Master 203-623-6066
Lynda@YourWisdomCoaching.com
YourWisdomCoaching.com
Channeling Your Wisdom
Coaching is a whole-person approach that combines IFS “parts work,” life coaching, meditation and reiki energy to cultivate compassion, heal old wounds, and create meaningful change.
ALEXA DEMILIA, LMT
40 Main St N, Woodbury 203-364-4496
LMTAlexa@gmail.com
LMTAlexa.com
Struggling with chronic pain, overuse injuries, daily stress, or anything in between? Alexa uses a range of techniques including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Abdominal Therapy, and Reiki to help you leave feeling better than you arrived while pursuing your long term health goals.
CENTER FOR MINDFULNESS & INSIGHT MEDITATION
9 Picketts Ridge Rd, West Redding 203-244-3130
ReddingMeditation.org
We teach and practice Mahasati meditation. Mahasati meditation cultivates selfawareness through attention to the movement of the body and, at more advanced levels, to the movement of the mind. No prior meditating experience is necessary. Ongoing weekly meditation classes, retreats and events. Please check monthly event calendar or visit ReddingMeditation.org for updated information.
THE ANGEL COOPERATIVE
51 Ethan Allen Hwy (Rte. 7), Ridgefield 203-431-2959
TheAngelCoop.com
Follow us on Instagram (@shungiteroom)
Facebook and YouTube (The Angel Cooperative)
The Angel Cooperative is a unique lifestyle boutique and metaphysical store featuring the first Shungite Room in the USA. Explore a wide selection of crystals, jewelry, candles, essential oils, divination tools, spiritual gifts, statuary, oracle decks and tarot, and home décor. Available in The Shungite Room: private energy sessions, angelic, tarot and oracle card readings, channeling and mediumship, reiki, workshops, aura photography, and guided meditation led by a group of talented and experienced practitioners. Shungite is the only natural material known to contain fullerenes, a naturally occurring antioxidant. Shungite is believed to have active metaphysical properties with strong healing powers.See ad, page 9.
NEW INSIGHTS BOUTIQUE
Metaphysical Boutique and Center for Conscious Living
Susan J. Bucur
111 Church Hill Rd, Ste 2, Sandy Hook 203-204-6263
Info@NewInsightsBoutique.com NewInsightsBoutique.com
New Insights is committed to cultivating a community rooted in positivity and mindfulness. We offer an extensive variety of tools for spiritual healing and expansion, and a full team of metaphysical practitioners. Visit us and soak in the good vibes!
HEALTHFUL HARMONY
Dr. Amy Wiesner
91 East Ave, Second Floor, Norwalk 203-962-5887
DrAmyWiesner@gmail.com HealthfulHarmony.com
Dr. Wiesner, practicing for almost 20 years, uses acupuncture, lifestyle medicine, nutritional supplementation and homeopathy to help her patients achieve health and well-being. Infertility, Diabetes, Stress, Pain, Gastrointestinal Symptoms, Allergies, Headaches, Cardiovascular Disease, Lyme Disease, Menstrual Disorders, other imbalances.
NEERU KAUSHIK, ND, MS ACU, MS, MA
Institute for Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Therapies
805 Kings Highway East, Fairfield
203-331-9111
DrKaushik@AyurvedicInstituteCT.com
A combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may include supplements, diet/nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. See ad, page 14.
NICOLE KLUGHERS, ND, PHARMD, MSAC
Vis Wellness Center
Rocky Hill & TeleMedicine Statewide (234) 2-ACU-DOC
DrNicoleKlughers.com
Info@DrNicoleKlughers.com
Dr. Nicole Klughers offers comprehensive naturopathic care to restore optimal health and prevent disease. Dr. Nicole’s “health detective” approach identifies the root cause of symptoms and provides all-natural solutions such as personalized nutrition (food as medicine), herbal medicine, nutrient therapies, acupuncture and more. In-depth assessment is often done with detailed testing of vitamins/ minerals, hormones, advanced cardiovascular markers, inflammation, food sensitivities, gut/ microbiome and more. See ad, page 4.
OFFICE OF DR. MICHAEL WALD
29 King St, 2nd Fl, Chappaqua NY 10514 914-552-1442
Info@BloodDetective.com
DrMichaelWald.com
#BloodDetective
Dr Wald is a holistic DC, Nutritionist, and Dietician whose Blood Detective software, labs and detailed consult help get to the cause(s) of persistent health issues. Conditions include autoimmune, weight loss, anti-aging, cancer, GI issues, depression, and more. See ad, page 5.
CONNECT2FLOURISH, LLC
Andrea Garin Kopilak
917-583-3218
Andrea@C2FCoach.com
Connect2FlourishCoaching.com
As the Founder of Connect2Flourish, I use a coaching process grounded in the science of positive psychology and awareness coaching to help empower clients to utilize their strengths, so that they can build resilience, make important connections, and choose what flourishing looks like for them. Explore coaching with a 45-minute complimentary session by emailing Andrea@c2fcoach.com.
NANCY S. SCHERLONG, LCSW, SEP, PTR/CJT, CM
Coaching/Psychotherapy/Consulting
470 Main St, Ridgefield 914-572-3167
WellnessMetaphors.com
Manage stress with relaxation techniques. Rediscover your creativity through writing and the expressive arts. Resolve trauma with EMDR, IFS or SE. Or book an experiential workshop! Nancy has over 20 years of experience with children, families, groups, adults and corporate wellness programs. See ad, page 8.
GIGI BENANTI, USUI REIKI MASTER
Angelic Healing Center
7 Morgan Ave, Norwalk 203-852-1150
AngelHealReiki.com
Gigi is an experienced Reiki Master/Teacher. She offers all levels of Reiki training monthly. All classes and Reiki sessions include the latest techniques including Karuna, Angelic and Jikiden Reiki.
JOYFUL LIVING REIKI LLC
Gail Christie, Holy Fire Reiki Master Stamford and Mt Kisco, NY 203-979-0918
JoyfulLivingReiki.com
Gail will help balance your energy and help you reach a whole new level of healing with Holy Fire Reiki. She offers gently powerful Holy Fire healing sessions, Reiki-infused meditations and Usui/Holy Fire and Karuna Reiki certification classes. See ad, page 2.
REIKI WITH DINA
1177 High Ridge Rd, Ste 207, Stamford 203-952-4871
Dibeinc@gmail.com
ReikiWithDina.com
I’m a passionate energy healer (hands-on & distance healing) with an alternative approach and am dedicated to helping my clients move through a wide range of physical, emotional and spiritual transitions in the most efficient and transformative way possible.
TURNING POINT REIKI LLC
JoAnn Inserra Duncan, MS, RMT 100B Danbury Rd, Ste 101, Ridgefield 203-438-3050
TurningPointReiki.com
JoAnn uses intuition, experience and a deep spiritual connection in her Reiki, IET and Reconnective Healing sessions. Specializing in care for individuals with cancer, back pain, Lyme disease and other tick borne illnesses. All Reiki levels taught.
REVIVE SALT THERAPY & WELLNESS
374 New Haven Ave, Milford 203-283-5968
Hello@ReviveSaltTherapy.com
ReviveSaltTherapy.com
A Holistic Healing Spa for Body, Mind, and Soul. We offer Halotherapy/Salt Therapy, Infrared Sauna, Reiki, Quantum Healing, Massage Therapy, Sound Healing, Yoga, and Wellness plus a Crystal Shop. We offer unique and potent products and services to accelerate physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual healing.
SALT OF THE EARTH
THERAPEUTIC SPA
787 Main St, S Woodbury
203-586-1172
NaturalSaltHealing.com
Combining an array of natural therapies that have been used since ancient times with today’s technology, Salt of the Earth Spa provides a sanctuary for deep transformations, healing and grounding for Mind, Body and Spirit.
HUMMINGBIRD SOUND YOGA LLC
Barbara (Bobbi) Soares
Merryall, New Milford
860-946-9470
BSoares@LightOfTheNewMoon.com
heal.me/HummingbirdSoundYoga
Facebook @HummingbirdSoundYoga
Barbara (Bobbi) Soares, MA, CYT, is a sound yoga and vocal yoga teacher, blues/jazz singer, and Reiki master, certified in several modalities of energy and sound healing. She offers Hummingbird Sound Yoga and sound healing immersions for groups and private sessions. Using earth, dance and symphonic gongs, bowls, tuning forks and humming-for-health meditations, her goal is to help individuals experience becoming “one with sound” to promote a deep relaxation response that balances energy and encourages healing. See ad, page 10.
BRADFORD TILDEN, MM, CMT, UWT
130 Webster Square Rd. Berlinand via ZOOM 860-830-5841
Info@CrystalMusicHealing.com
CrystalMusicHealing.com
Bradford specializes in Universal White Time energy, sound, and gemstone therapies. He helps people attain inner peace, empowerment, and improved quality of life. Clear your fear and trauma. Get support during spiritual awakenings. Experience wholeness and find your purpose. See ad, page 4.
SOPHIA NATURAL HEALTH CENTER
Ken Hoffman, DACM, LAc, Medical Director
31 Old Rte 7, Brookfield
203-740-9300
INM.Center
Women’s Health: hormonal balancing, breast cancer prevention. Breast and full body thermography screening. Screening and treatment of chronic inflammation using medical infrared thermography (MIT). Safe, painless and non-invasive, thermography can detect early changes in breast tissue up to eight years before a mammogram. FDA-registered, our high-definition camera is the most advanced in the region.
KATIE AUGUSTYN, MA, CPC
Transformation Coach, Shamanic Healer
203-820-3800
TransformationCenterCT@gmail.com
TransformationCenterCT.com
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 in alignment with who you truly are so you can create a life you love, a life of meaning and purpose. See ad, page 2.
BETH LEAS
Transformative Healing • Tarot
Virtual and In-Person Sessions
203-856-9566 • BethLeas.com
If not now, when? Inspire change on all levels—greater physical ease, emotional freedom, peace of mind and spiritual connection. 30+ years of intuitive healing experience with adults and children of all ages. Reiki, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Tarot.
See ad, page 2.
NICOLE MIALE, MA
Energy Work • Coaching •Writing
203-981-2451 • NMiale@charter.net
Nicole has personal experience with severe and chronic illness; she understands the amazing ability humans have to self-correct and heal if we accept the challenges. Through coaching, energy work, and other techniques, she supports clients exploring spirituality and health in search of optimal wellness. Nicole also runs writing and creativity groups; in-person and remote sessions available for all services. Located in Litchfield County.
HUMMINGBIRD SOUND YOGA LLC
Barbara (Bobbi) Soares
Merryall, New Milford 860-946-9470
BSoares@LightOfTheNewMoon.com
heal.me/HummingbirdSoundYoga
Facebook @HummingbirdSoundYoga
Improve your voice, expand your range, find your ‘goldilocks’ note using soul singing, improvisation and ‘one with sound’ exercises. Learn from a certified vocal yoga teacher, sound healer and experienced performer who has studied with Bobby Mcferrin, Silvia Nakkach and Heather Lyle. Some of her music can be found at http://www.wisefishworld.com. Online Zoom groups and one on one sessions starting in May. https://heal.me/HummingbirdSoundYoga. See ad, page 9.
ANGEL WING,
Located next door to The Angel Cooperative
49 Ethan Allen Hwy (Rte. 7), Ridgefield 203-431-2959
TheAngelCoop.com
Follow us on Instagram (@shungiteroom)
Facebook and YouTube (The Angel Cooperative)
The Angel Cooperative offers a variety of yoga classes at The Angel Wing, our divine spiritual center next door. Class options include vinyasa, gentle, yin with sound bath, kundalini with gong bath, restorative with sound bath, restorative with tarot, and flow and restore with guided meditation as well as yoga workshops such as Introduction to Yoga, Aromayoga, and Yoga for Spiritual Awakening. The yoga teachers who teach at our spiritual center hold true that yoga is for all people, all bodies. We all belong.See ad, page 21.
ANGEL
Located next door to The Angel Cooperative
49 Ethan Allen Hwy (Rte. 7), Ridgefield 203-431-2959
TheAngelCoop.com
Follow us on Instagram (@shungiteroom)
Facebook and YouTube (The Angel Cooperative)
The Angel Wing hosts workshops, retreats, group and private readings, energy work sessions, Reiki, massage, cosmic facials, sound healing and gong baths, group guided meditations, acupuncture, and a wide selection of yoga classes (vinyasa, gentle, yin with sound bath, kundalini with gong bath, restorative with sound bath, restorative with tarot, and flow and restore with guided meditation). We also offer myriad certification courses: Crystal Healing, Meditation Levels I and II, Reiki I, II, and Master, Karuna, and Foundations of Sound Healing Levels 1 and II. See ad, page 21.
SALT CAVE OF DARIEN
555 Post Rd, Darien 203-658-7667
Info@SaltCaveofDarien.com
SaltCaveofDarien.com
Our wellness destination offers an oasis of peace, calm and serenity. Whether you want to release stress, address a health challenge, or gather with friends and family, the Cave is inviting, warm and soothing. Check out our website for the many different ways to experience the benefits of our healing salt! See ad, page 2.
Barbara (Bobbi) Soares
Merryall, New Milford 860-946-9470
BSoares@LightOfTheNewMoon.com
heal.me/HummingbirdSoundYoga
Facebook @HummingbirdSoundYoga
Barbara (Bobbi) Soares, MA, CYT, is a sound yoga and vocal yoga teacher, blues/jazz singer, and Reiki master, certified in several modalities of energy and sound healing. She offers Hummingbird Sound Yoga and sound healing immersions for groups and private sessions. Her goal is to help individuals experience becoming “one with sound” to promote a deep relaxation response that balances energy and encourages healing. See ad, page 9.
Ingrid Prueher
85 Mill Plain Rd, 3rd Flr, Fairfield 203-254-YOGA (9642)
Info@Yoga4Everybody.net
Yoga4Everybody.net
A serene yoga studio placed in the heart of downtown Fairfield at the Sportsplex where you can experience yoga, meditation, and aerial classes in-person, online or via video-on-demand. There are also a variety of workshops and trainings that you can attend: Drum Circles, Gong, Reiki Trainings, Wim Hof Method and Yoga Teacher Training in the heart of Fairfield, CT. Also available: Thermography, Reiki, Massage Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, Tarot, and Shamanic Therapy private sessions. See ad, page 2.
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