Living with More Joy

I believe making positive, healthy shifts in life at any age can make a huge difference in the quality of our lives and I am absolutely passionate about living with more joy. Read More »

Astrology for June 2023 with Pamela Cucinell

Tempers are short early morning June 1; use a long-view perspective to cool things down. Prioritize goals June 2 because the evening glows with potential success. Read More »

Experience a Full Moon Gong Bath

Amenia Yoga – a Place for Wellness will host a Full Moon Gong Bath event from 4 to 6 p.m. on June 3, 2023, led by Rose Petruzzi. Read More »

Finding Support and Connection in Brotherhood

Men across the globe are awakening to the soul medicine of being in brotherhood. Research shows that men who gather in healthy brotherhood become more emotionally and spiritually healthier. Read More »

Free Yoga Celebrating Juneteenth and Father’s Day

Lilac Soul Yoga, in LaGrangeville, is offering two free yoga classes—one at 9:30 a.m. and another at 11:15 a.m.—on June 17, 2023, in celebration of Juneteenth and Father’s Day. Read More »

Guided Tours of Frank Lloyd Wright Masterpiece on Petra Island

The Massaro family, owners of Petra Island and Petra Island Tours in Mahopac, New York, is opening their home and hosting tours of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Chahroudi House and Massaro House. Read More »

Hope and Healing for PTSD: Simple Lifestyle Tips and Natural Modalities

The month of June has been designated PTSD Awareness Month across the nation. While PTSD symptoms may sound daunting to manage, there are many action steps we can take to provide much-needed healing—and most of all, hope. Read More »

June Strawberry Moon Faire

The Healing Collective NY and Cozy Coven are hosting a June Strawberry Moon Faire, featuring psychics and vendors, from noon to 4 p.m. on June 4, 2023. Read More »

Karen Mayo’s Recommended Bloodwork Panel

Getting your blood tested can help you discover where you might have some nutritional deficiencies that can be easily corrected. This bloodwork panel is recommended by Karen Mayo Read More »

Meet Ann Marie Robustelli, Wassaic Resident

I collect the monthly editions of Natural Awakenings and use them as references or simply enjoy rereading the articles! I’ve sent them to family and friends who do not live in the area, as well. Read More »

NeurOptimal Neurofeedback Brain Training

Peak Life Holistics Healing and Wellness Center, in Somers, New York, now offers NeurOptimal Neurofeedback Brain Training for all ages—including children. Read More »

New Blood Energy Treatment Offers Deep and Long-Lasting Healing

Laurie Mallis, M.D., Lac, in Hopewell Junction, is now offering blood energy treatment (BET) at her practice SearchLight Medical,. Read More »

Nutritional and Medical Approaches for Tackling Long-COVID

Determining the right nutritional approach to Long-COVID should involve a careful health intake and focused laboratory testing specific for the individual. Read More »

Nutritional Supplement Designed Specifically for Men’s Health

NuSpecies, a natural health company that makes their own brand of plant-based nutritional supplements, has a raw and liquid formula designed specifically for men’s health and sexual wellness. Read More »

Online Experiential Healing Workshops With White Lotus Grace

White Lotus Grace Founder Gigi Oppenheimer has partnered with Klatch, an interactive online workshop forum offering unique online healing workshop experiences Read More »

Pilates and Barre Studio Now Open in Pawling

The Pilates and Barre Studio—a new fitness boutique studio in Pawling featuring an intimate group class structure and private sessions for both Pilates and barre—is now open. Read More »

Raw Carrot Salad

This refreshing recipe is quick, easy and great for balancing hormones as it helps the body to detoxify excess estrogen. Read More »

Summer Fire Element Workshop

Empowered by Nature owner Lorraine Hughes is offering a Fire Element Workshop at Dutchess Yoga from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on July 8, 2023. Read More »

Summer Opportunities for Healing and Connection with Purple Lotus Zen

From July 10 through August 3, 2023, Purple Lotus Zen will be offering a weekly Reiki Circle, Tarot & Tea and Women’s Healing Circle with Michelle B. Whitney via Zoom. Read More »

The Pureganic Café Moves to Harrison

Pureganic Cafe, a popular vegan restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner and offering a wide variety of vegan, kosher, gluten-free and organic food and drinks.has moved to 305 Halstead Avenue, in Harrison. Read More »

The Science Barge Launches 2023 Season

Groundwork Hudson Valley (GHV) is celebrating the 2023 season opening of the newly renovated Science Barge—a floating environmental education center. Read More »

Two Summer Outdoor Markets Opening This Month

Let It Shine’s two outdoor markets—Cortlandt Fresh Market and Sunday Market on the River with Yoga—are set to open at the beginning of June 2023. Read More »

Wildlife Experts and Magnificent Birds of Prey

Green Chimneys will feature more than 100 birds of prey, along with falconers from across New York and Connecticut, at their Birds of Prey Day, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 4, 2023. Read More »

Natural Awakenings Free Virtual Group Meditation

This month’s Natural Awakenings NYC and Long Island virtual community meditation group takes place from 6 to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 20, 2023, via Google Meets. Read More »

Awakening Your True Voice

The search for one’s true voice is a deeply intuitive process of rediscovery. To free our voice from life’s constraints may make us feel somewhat vulnerable, though at the same time it can be liberating. Read More »

Have Your Own Spirituality Retreat without Leaving the City

Spirituality Week, a city-wide festival to nourish the spiritual needs of New Yorkers and its visitors, is taking place June 2 to 11, 2023, across more than 100 spiritual centers, studios, parks and independent venues in the five boroughs of New York City. Read More »

Common Gastrointestinal Issues in Men

There is a bundle of GI concerns that men regularly experience and yet may not seek assistance for them. Common GI problems that affect men include but are not limited to lactose intolerance, diarrhea, acid reflux, IBS and colon cancer. Read More »

Happy Men are Healthy Men

Studies show that men that stay happy are the people who have the best connections and relationships through-out their lives. Read More »

Artificial Intelligence That Can See With the Mind’s Eye

A team of researchers from the National University of Singapore, the Chinese University of Hong Kong and Stanford University are using artificial intelligence (AI) to decode human brain scans and determine what a person is picturing in their mind. Read More »

Arugula Salad With Mango Dressing

Conscious Eating Recipe. A metabolic healthy side dish perfect for a summer gathering. Read More »

Barefoot Blessings: Basking in the Soul of Summer

As birds and humans go about their inspired tasks, bees and butterflies dive into their own nectarous agenda. There is no arguing that we all wake up feeling a little bit younger as the days burn longer. Read More »

Chicken Curry

Conscious eating recipe. A healthy metabolic meal packed with spices and proteins. Read More »

Conscious Fatherhood: Building a Better Family

Fathers need to understand what matters most to them and then dedicate their time, money and energy in alignment with those priorities. Read More »

Converting Food to Energy: Learning How Metabolism Works

Metabolism is the process by which the foods and drinks we consume are converted into energy. We may not notice the cellular mechanisms that transform fat and glucose into the oomph in our step, but when they start to wane, we definitely know something is wrong. Read More »

Dramatic Drop in Arctic Ice Levels

New research published in the journal Nature has found dramatic changes in the composition of sea ice in the Arctic Ocean since 2007 caused by climate change. Read More »

Greener Grilling

The aroma of tasty treats sizzling on an outdoor grill evokes memories of laughter among family and friends, picnic tables brimming with colorful foods and the joy of running barefoot in the grass. Read More »

Keeping Eyes Sharp: A Holistic Approach to Vision Health

While regular eye exams are important, preventative and proactive maintenance is key to achieving healthy vision. Read More »

Leaps and Bounds: Keeping Canine Jumpers Injury-Free

Like humans, dogs can sustain injuries, including soft tissue trauma, such as cuts and bruises; back injuries or slipped vertebral discs; sprains; and broken legs. Read More »

Low Vitamin D Linked to Risk of Death

A new study published in Annals of Internal Medicine determined that vitamin D deficiency increases mortality risk. Read More »

Mark Hyman on Living Healthy to 100 and Beyond

Mark Hyman is a practicing family physician and an internationally recognized leader, bestselling author, speaker, educator and advocate in the field of functional medicine. Read More »

Mental Health Concerns for Men

Many studies and surveys over the past several decades show men of all ages and ethnicities are less likely than women to seek help for depression and anxiety. This unwillingness can harm men's own mental and physical health, if left unaddressed. Read More »

Nem Lui Hue [Lemongrass Skewers With Pork or Chicken]

Conscious Eating recipe. A metabolically healthy meal packed with plants and protein. Read More »

New Insights on Water Consumption Requirements

We have been conditioned to believe that eight glasses of water are required each day, but new research published in Science found that daily water needs vary based on numerous factors. Read More »

Rise in Children With Autism

In March, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released updated statistics on the rate of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which has been steadily on the rise. Read More »

Socially Conscious Investing: How to Choose Sustainable Stocks and Mutual Funds

When choosing stocks and mutual funds, a growing number of investors don’t just want to get a good return on their investment, they also seek to support corporations that spread kindness, protect (or do not pollute) the environment and support women, minorities and LGBTQ+ people. Read More »

Straighten Up and Feel Right: Tips for Good Posture and a Healthy Spine

Healthy postures encourage proper alignment of body structures, while unhealthy postures can lead to a host of issues, including muscle and joint pain, balance impairment and decreased mobility. Read More »

What Every Man Wants: Sexual Vitality at Every Age

Male sexual function is better understood medically than ever before, and it is more common for men to talk with their doctors and other professionals about topics that seemed taboo not that long ago. Read More »