Making a Difference in Our World

Whether it’s through sustainable daily living practices, mindful travel or supporting eco-friendly initiatives, our collective efforts can make a profound difference in the world. Read More »

A Day of Healing Workshop Offered in April

Penny Lavin, an instructor-practitioner and co-director of One Light Healing Touch—an international energy-healing school based in Lagrangeville—will be offering the Day of Healing workshop April 13 and 27, 2024, both in person and via Zoom. Read More »

Balance the Root Chakra and Get Grounded

Universal Healing Arts Connection—a wellness center for mind, body and soul in Cortlandt Manor—is hosting Get Grounded!—a workshop on the first chakra—from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m., April 12, 2024. Read More »

Blue Rock School Open House

The Blue Rock School, in Rockland County, will conduct an information session and tour of their beautiful five-acre wooded campus for families interested in kindergarten through eighth grade from 10 a.m. to noon, April 13, 2024. Read More »

Eco-Friendly Travel Tips

It is natural to want to relax and forget the normal rules when on vacation. Here are easy ways folks whether traveling domestically or exploring exotic destinations can be eco-friendly. Read More »

Experience Profound Tranquility and Inner Harmony

Luna Power Yoga, in Brewster, New York, will host Tara Magalski, founder of Divine Lifestyles, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., April 7, 2024, for a free community event: Serenity Flow: Mindful Movement, Meditation, Music and Mantra Fusion Read More »

Hudson Valley Holistic Healing Center Now Open

New to the Hudson Valley is the Hudson Valley Holistic Healing Center—a haven of peace and rejuvenation—where ancient healing is combined with modern relaxation techniques designed to nurture body, mind and spirit. Located at 51 Springside Avenue, in Poughkeepsie, Read More »

Look to Nationwide Maintenance for Spring Remodeling Needs

Nationwide Maintenance LLC—a woman-owned and family-operated Bedford Hills, New York-based company in service for more than 25 years that uses sustainable products—has been busy with spring remodel requests from customers, such as patios, decks, retaining walls and driveways. Read More »

Open House at Health-Balanced Fitness Studio

Health-Balanced Fitness—a boutique-style studio, in Mahopac, New York, offering personal training and intimately size private classes—will open their doors from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 18, at their free, annual Open House event. Read More »

Popular Awaken Wellness Fair Returns to Tarrytown

The Awaken Wellness Fair—the big body-mind-spirit-wellness expo featuring cutting-edge holistic health information through expert speakers, unique vendors, intuitive readers and gifted healers—will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 14, 2024, at the Westchester Marriott, in Tarrytown. Read More »

Special Quantum Healing Anti-Aging Package

Quantum Healing & Wellness, in Bedford Hills—a full-service holistic healing and wellness center that employs advanced healing technologies and techniques—is offering a package that includes an array of anti-aging services and products at a significant discount. Read More »

The Extraordinary Unfolds This Year at Omega

Omega Institute, reopens its Rhinebeck, New York campus May 17, 2024, with more than 300 in-person and online workshops and rest and rejuvenation retreats running through October. Read More »

Sustainable Travel: Wanderlust With the Earth in Mind

Travel enriches us culturally & socially. Yet, in eco-critical times, it's crucial to minimize our environmental impact. Every traveler can contribute positively to both Earth & local communities. Read More »

Farm Vacations: American Agritourism Grows in Post-Pandemic Times

Long a staple of European travel, agritourism is growing in popularity in the US, as concrete-weary urbanites seek out a taste of country living and a way to support small-scale farms. Read More »

Ashley Walsh: From Personal Health Crisis to Organic Farming

Ashley Walsh, founder of Pocono Organics, one of the largest Regenerative Organic Certified vegetable farms in North America, emphasizes regenerative organic farming's impact on nutrition and the environment. Read More »

From Organic to Grass-Fed to Regenerative: Finding the Best Farming Practices

Understanding terms like grass-fed, organic, and regenerative empowers consumers to make informed choices aligned with their values and priorities for healthier eating and sustainable agriculture. Read More »

Organic Egg Frittata

Savor the superior taste and nutrition of organic eggs, supporting regenerative farming practices with every delicious bite. Read More »

Organic Chicken Bone Broth

This slow-cooker recipe fills the home with delightful aromas, offering a nutrient-dense broth. Using organic chicken supports sustainable farming practices and animal welfare. Read More »

Grass-Fed Beef Liver

Liver is a nutrient powerhouse. Opt for grass-fed beef liver from regenerative farms. Read More »

Connecting to Sentient Earth

Each April, Mother Nature spills blossoms from her apron as songbirds trill and prepare for the next generation. Our planet is alive on levels beyond our senses or scientific instruments. Read More »

A Look at Single-Use Plastics: Understanding the Challenges and Solutions

Single-use plastics are marketed as disposable, however most are not being recycled, so they languish indefinitely in landfills or pollute our waterways in the form of microplastics. Read More »

Get Fit and Get Outside: How to Prepare for Outdoor Treks

Hitting the trails offers something for everyone, whether it’s hiking for the day or backpacking and roughing it overnight in remote areas. Read More »

Relief for Parkinson’s Patients: How Traditional and Complementary Interventions Can Help

Parkinson’s affects nearly 1 million Americans, causing gradual dopamine loss. Exercise, sleep and even intimacy with a partner can all be managed well once dopamine levels are brought up. Read More »

Exploring Beyond the Classroom: Nurturing Healthy Minds Through Travel

Travel helps children see the world from a broader perspective and become more interested in other cultures because of their travel experiences. Read More »

Taking Pets on Family Trips: Holistic Tips for Stress-Free Traveling

Travel can stress pets, causing anxiety symptoms like barking, pacing, and aggression. Understanding their perspective and providing comfort during journeys fosters a harmonious bond. Read More »

Treating Diabetes With Healthy Food and Exercise

Daniel J. Cox's innovative Type-2 diabetes management approach, funded by NIH, prioritizes education on diet and exercise over weight loss or medication. Read More »

County Declares Loneliness a Public Health Crisis

San Mateo County, near San Francisco, declares loneliness a public health crisis, future efforts may include infrastructure investments, social media campaigns, and mental health funding. Read More »

Treating Anxiety With Mindfulness

A JAMA Psychiatry study shows mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is an effective treatment option for anxiety disorders, which holds promise for managing anxiety symptoms. Read More »

New Way to Diagnose Autism

Yale scientists linked two neurodevelopmental abnormalities to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) which could aid diagnosis and identify potential treatments. Read More »

10 Takeaways From World Economic Forum

The World Economic Forum met in Davos, Switzerland. The meeting focused on the importance and driving principals of trust. Read More »

Sea of Methane Endangers Planet

Research in Svalbard unveils vast methane reserves. Thawing permafrost could unleash it, triggering warming feedback loops. Read More »

In Vitro Fertilization May Save Nearly Extinct Rhino

Scientists at the BioRescue project have announced a breakthrough in embryo transfer that could save the northern white rhinoceros from extinction. Read More »

Hearing a Solar Eclipse

Millions will witness a total solar eclipse from Texas to Maine on April 8. Harvard's LightSound lets visually impaired people experience it through sound. Read More »

Heal Our World Checklist

Our current practices are depleting Earth's resources faster than they can replenish. It takes 1.5 years to renew what we use annually, signaling an unsustainable trajectory for the planet's future. Read More »