December 2019 Edition of Natural Awakenings

Nov 30, 2019 11:57AM ● By Marilee Burrell

We hope you enjoy the December Edition, with tips on how to “green” and update holiday traditions; recipes for Vegan: People-Pleasing Holiday Sweets; “The Emerging Power of ‘We’: Awakening to the Evolution of Community, and a lot more. Be sure to check out the inspirational healing articles and briefs starting on page 38: “Surgeon Mary Neal on Lessons From Heaven” about a transformative near-death experience; “Who Am I? Finding the Stillness Within,” by Cara Sax, owner of Elevate Yoga, in Cortlandt Manor; and “The Generous Heart: How Giving Transforms Us,” by Cindy Ricardo.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season!

Publisher's Letter

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“Who am I?” Finding the Stillness Within

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Astrology for December 2019 – With Pamela Cucinell

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Monthly Sound Meditations Offered at The World Peace Sanctuary in Wassaic

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Robin Miller Wellness Offers Cleanse Support

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Tree Lighting Holiday Celebration at Harvest Moon Farm December 7

Family-Friendly Holiday Celebration in North Salem, NY. Read More »

Fair Trade and Handmade Bazaar, sponsored by the Dutchess County Interfaith Council, in Poughkeepsie

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Universal Healing Arts Connection Hosts Holiday Event , in Cortlandt Manor on December 1

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WinterFest Arrives for Six Days in White Plains, Running December 18 through December 23

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Hudson Valley Natural Health Consolidates in Mount Kisco

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SearchLight Medical Introduces Advanced Heat Therapy

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The Chapel at Croton Falls to Hold Christmas Eve and Solstice Celebrations

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Synergize and Thrive Joins Bové Spa and Wellness in Somers

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Dobbs Ferry Holiday Hustle Set for December 8

seventh annual Holiday Hustle 5K and Kids 1K Reindeer Fun Run Read More »

Community Protestors Temporarily Halt Cricket Valley Plant Construction

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Kirtan and Sacred Music on New Year’s Eve in Danbury

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Dutchess Solar Program Reduces Electric Bills for Low-Income Residents

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Wildling Wellness Opens in Croton-on-Hudson

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Marcus Feighery Teaches Original Reiki at Synchronicity Healing Center in Brewster, NY

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Anne Bentzen to Teach the Reiki 1 Shoden Course of Jikiden Reiki February 2020 in Larchmont

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Laura Malfa of One Heart Healing Combines Counseling and Energy Work in Katonah

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