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Natural Awakenings North Central New Jersey

The Self-Empowerment Issue: September 2020

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Please enjoy the special September Self- Empowerment issue but flipping through the pages of our digital magazine or scrolling through the articles below. Don't forget to pick up a hard copy of the magazine around North Central New Jersey to share with a friend!


Niyama Yoga’s 2nd Location Now Open on Upper Lake Mohawk
Sponsored Content Owner Nicole Zornitzer is thrilled to announce the September 1 Grand Opening of Niyama Yoga’s second location, nestled by the water of Upper Lake Mohawk. Read More »
Halotherapy in Hackettstown
Sponsored Content For decades, dry salt therapy (aka halotherapy, ‘halo’ is Greek for salt) has been researched around the world with positive results in relieving upper and lower respiratory conditions. Read More »
The Hemp Oil Store
Sponsored Content In 2016, Joseph Wilker decided it was time for a change when the school in which he was teaching began to lose its focus on putting students first Read More »
Svadhayaya
Svadhayaya is the art of study of self. As described by some yogis, this practice of understanding the “self” allows you to know yourself so well that you grow into your wholeness and greatness. Read More »
A New Landscape This Fall
This fall brings a new landscape for each of us. As students, many things will be different. Some will learn remotely; some will learn through a hybrid model of in-person and remote; and so-on. Read More »
“PolarAid®: Harness the Powerful, Vital Energy Surrounding Us!”
While the small polarization disc has no electrical power supply, it achieves “fantastic results” for myriad issues, including sleep problems, gynaecological issues, chronic fatigue, digestive issues, joint pain, hemorrhoids, hormonal imbalances and prostate issues. Read More »
The Act of Balance
My balance reflects in my behavior, my patience, my understanding. When neglected, I act differently. Read More »
Bowl of microgreens
Boost Fun Nutrition with Microgreens
Researchers exploring the acceptability of microgreens, a sustainably grown plant bursting with nutrients, discovered that subjects found the greens to be fun, colorful and attractive. Read More »
Vegan Car Interior
Cars Go Vegan: Leather Interiors are on the Way Out
The environmental impact of producing leather, foam and other materials used in car interiors is being replaced by eco-friendly, sustainable, vegan alternatives. Read More »
Cilantro Pesto Recipe
Cilantro Pesto
This five-ingredient vegan recipe for Cilantro Pesto is an easy, healthy twist on the classic sauce. Read More »
Multiple Sclerosis Patient in Wheelchair Practicing Mindfulness
Consider Mindfulness for Multiple Sclerosis
Mindfulness training such as focusing on the breath and doing mental body scans may help patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) manage their emotions and process information quicker. Read More »
Patient sitting in therapy session
Consider Therapy to Reduce Inflammation
An analysis of studies found that cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and similar approaches reduced inflammation and enhanced immunity in subjects. Read More »
Loved ones showing emotional well-being support
Emotional Well-Being in the Pandemic Age: Self-Care Strategies for Tough Times
Healthy ways to cope with the stress the pandemic has placed on mental and emotional health using self-care and compassion strategies to build up confidence, courage and positivity. Read More »
Pet Lover Playing Calming Music to Dog
Finding the Right Tune for Pets: Music Calms the Animal Soul
The mood of dogs and cats can be improved by hearing the right kind of music. Here are some research-backed musical selections to help your pet become calm, relaxed and stress-free. Read More »
Journaling Positivity Training
Happiness Helpers: Five Ways to Be More Positive
We can choose to see things in a more positive fashion by taking these 5 steps to train our brains to look for the good more often, leading to increased levels of happiness. Read More »
Eco-Friendly Antiviral Mask
Mask Eco-Disposal: How to Dispose of Antiviral Wear
Eco-friendly, sustainable ways to dispose of discarded antiviral protective face masks in a safe, responsible manner to avoid littering the planet. Read More »
Mint and Feta Bruschetta with Chive Blossoms
Mint and Feta Bruschetta with Chive Blossoms
This vegetarian recipe for Mint and Feta Bruschetta with Chive Blossoms is the perfect healthy appetizer that can be prepared in no time. Read More »
Natural Antiviral Foods
Natural Antivirals: Help in Staying Strong and Healthy
Often-overlooked natural remedies with antiviral properties that may help to prevent virus infections like COVID-19 from becoming symptomatic or severe. Read More »
Hydroelectric Generator
Not All Hydroelectric Generators are Created Equal
A study that analyzed the climate impacts of hydropower generation facilities found that while many release almost no greenhouse gases, some can be worse than burning fossil fuels. Read More »
Nurse holding globe
Nurses Stand Up Against Climate Change
Conscientious nurses have formed the Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments and partnered with Project Drawdown to significantly impact climate change and create a healthier future. Read More »
Oak Wood Extract
Oak Wood Extract Can Lessen Post-Surgical Effects
Study finds oak wood extract can help with stress, energy, mood and the ability to perform physical tasks and participate in social activities in women recovering from hysterectomy surgery. Read More »
Earth in Natural Greenery
Planetary Planning: Keeping Half the Earth Natural
A study concludes that if we act quickly and decisively, there is an opportunity to conserve about half of the planet’s ice-free land. Read More »
Microplastics in the environment
Plastic Rain: Airborne Particulates Blanket Wilderness
Researchers estimate more than 1,000 tons of microplastics are deposited from the air into national parks and wilderness areas each year. Read More »
Parent Teaching Child Resilience Through Rock Climbling
Raising Resilient Kids: How to Help Them Bounce Back
Mindful strategies to help parents build up resiliency in children in order to deal with challenges, overcome difficulties, be less fearful and anxious and more confident and empathetic. Read More »
Contaminated Water with PFAS
Reduce PFAS Exposure to Help Delay Menopause
Exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS)—“forever chemicals” found in non-stick cookware, food packaging and contaminated water—may cause menopause to occur earlier in women. Read More »
Sandra Marinella
Sandra Marinella on the Healing Power of Writing Our Stories
Award-winning teacher and author Sandra Marinella discusses using stories, poems and journal writing to find greater well-being and resilience and move beyond negative thoughts and emotions. Read More »
Sea Turtle Attracted to Ocean Plastic
Sea Turtles Attracted to Deadly Ocean Plastic
Study finds that loggerhead turtles are attracted to ocean plastic they've confused as food, causing 1,000 to die each year from consuming plastic or getting tangled up in it. Read More »
Healthy herbs
Spice Up Health: Using Herbs for Flavor and Medicine
Boost the nutritional value and flavors of your favorite food dishes by incorporating these tasty herbs and spices, packed full of healthy benefits to help digestion, immunity and more. Read More »
Spinach and Grapefruit Salad with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
Spinach & Grapefruit Salad with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
This healthy, vegan, gluten-free recipe for spinach and grapefruit salad incorporating toasted pumpkin seeds can aid in digestion and invigorate the senses. Read More »
Biodegradable Compostable Recyclable
Starchy Solution: A Plant-Based Alternative to Plastic
Manufacturer Kuraray has introduced a renewable and sustainable starch-based barrier film called Plantic. The plant-based packaging material can be recycled or composted. Read More »
Try Foot Reflexology After Heart Surgery
Researchers find that foot reflexology treatment after a major heart operation can decrease patient agitation and reduce the average amount of time spent on a ventilator. Read More »
Yogi Practicing Adaptive Yoga
Yoga for Every Body: Adaptive Ways Ease Pain and Immobility
Adaptive yoga can help people challenged by injury, chronic pain, autoimmune disease or debilitating conditions like multiple sclerosis achieve health and wellness in mind, body and spirit. Read More »
In-Print
5 Top Tips to Finding Your Next Doctor

1 Keep an Open Mind! Healthcare has come a long way. Today, you have access to practitioners that branch outside of traditional medicine and aim to identify the root causes of conditions while using alternative treatments that may help you get the relief you need. Just because it’s not a pill, doesn’t make it pseudoscience.

2 Build Your Health Care Team. There is no one doctor that can be the be-all-end-all for your health needs. Be sure to have a team of practitioners with different “lenses” and areas of expertise who will treat the root cause and not just the symptom(s).

3   Environment Influences Healing. Health is multi-factorial. Your mental and emotional environment plays a pivotal role in your healing potential. Your doctors and their staff should create an office atmosphere filled with positivity so you can get the most out of your care.

4 Your Story Matters.  Before you begin any treatment, be sure to have a comprehensive consultation to discuss your health concerns. Find practitioners who welcome questions and will take the time to listen and treat you with respect.

5 Report of Findings. When it comes to our health, we often make decisions without understanding the risk versus benefits. Knowledge is an important part of the healing process and is essential to make conscious, informed health decisions. Find practitioners who take the time to explain their exam findings and the recommendations for treatment in ways that make sense to you.

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