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Ps y c h o l o g y a n d H e al t h | by Lynda Lyng
Search for Inner
(Digestive) Peace
D
espite, and even because of all the ‘good’ things I
have been trying to do and be I recently reached a
point where I just couldn’t handle anymore of
anything. My very busy life was added to by several
simultaneous external pressures; blowing the lid off of my
already full pot of responsibilities.
My soul screamed to just ‘stop’ but I couldn’t seem to rest.
I was waking almost every night at 2 a.m. with ‘the list’ of
all the things I had to do looming impenetrably ahead. My
usual placid temper was turning a bit stormy. What was
wrong with me? It wasn’t as if all of the pressures were
negative, in fact at least half of what I was stressing from
were things that were wonderful!
I started to notice that my yoga practice was mainly geared
toward preparing for my classes. I was cooking and eating
organic food, but lately was uninspired and just trying to
‘get it done’ rather than enjoying the process. I realized that
the ‘good things’ were becoming more like patches than
the fabric of my existence.
The ironic part is that I was preparing to lead a yoga-based
‘stress reduction’ workshop at my place of employment
just as my own stress level was going through the roof! As
there are no accidents, I quickly realized at the core of my
being that something had to change – now. I cannot teach
something that isn’t true for me, even if it seemed true just
a few short months ago.
I started to recognize that there was a part of me that has
been hiding from all of my efforts at inner peace; a part that
had barreled through so many stressful situations as a child
by sometimes literally but more often metaphorically closing
my eyes, clenching my teeth and powering through whatever
it was. I was adept at addressing old trauma on the mental
level, but my very bones, muscles and organs still held
those memories and patterns of reactions in a death grip.
As things go, Life, that great teacher, forced me to uncover
this strategy that was causing such distress to my system.
As things happen, an Ayurvedic physician who volunteers
at Ammachi’s ashram was visiting locally around this time. I
made an appointment and he confirmed that yes, I was a
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stressed out mess! While I didn’t
need the good doctor to know that
this was true, I did need his advice to
help me to regain my sense of balance.
In Ayurveda, I am a Pitta dosha, which has its echoes in the
rajasic energy of the gunas. Pittas tend towards being
over-achieving, fiery creatures who can be easily annoyed.
My 2 a.m. waking every night showed that my liver was
congested which explained my sudden and irrational bursts
of anger. I was prescribed a six-week cleansing diet with
herbal remedies.
It may surprise you to hear that within two days of following
the cleansing diet and lifestyle recommendations, I was
sleeping through the night! As the cleanse progressed,
something in me settled; I was nurturing myself at the
deepest level, taking warm baths with Epsom salt, baking
soda and therapeutic-grade essential oil. I ate a diet of
sattvic food; only fruit in the morning, a large lunch of mung
dahl, rice and vegetables, steamed veggies for dinner;
interspersed by protein drinks and a two-day liquid fast
every two weeks.
At first it felt difficult to prepare meals for my family that
were different from what I was eating, but it quickly became
routine and instead of missing out, I started to feel badly
that they were not eating the wonderful and easily digestible
foods that were so pleasant to my system! (I did offer, they
just weren’t interested!).
I started to feel the actions of every organ in the digestive
process and a deep feeling of calm and support. I
concentrated my daily yoga and pranayama on the
practices that were prescribed. Even now as I move from the
cleanse diet to re-integrating more foods I am still enjoying
what feels to me like a brand new digestive system!!
With digestion in order, I started to realize that my nervous
system needed additional help; there is still a part of me that
is clinging to a lifetime of my body tensing and preparing for
‘no’ when what I really want is to respond to life with a
resounding ‘yes!’ But perhaps that will be the subject of
another article!
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He a l t h y Fa m i l y | by Todd Hoover
What is Homeopathy?
OMEOPATHY IS A MEDICAL TREATMENT USED
BY THOUSANDS OF PRACTITIONERS AROUND
THE WORLD FOR ABOUT 200 YEARS. It has
been used to treat many conditions acute and chronic,
from skin rashes and earaches to infections and cancer.
Many scientists conclude that homeopathy may be of
value in the treatment and prevention of diseases in
humans, animals and even crops.
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Homeopathy is a 200 year-old system of medicine based
upon the scientific findings of a German physician
Samuel Hahnemann. In his experiments with various
drug compounds of his time, Dr. Hahnemann found ways
decrease toxic reactions, and precisely target treatment
to maximize the benefit. Hahnemann discovered several
laws that form the foundation of homeopathy:
• Like Cures Like – the principal that the medicine
that is like the medical disorder is most likely to
cure that disorder
• The Minimum Dose – the principal that patients
should receive the lowest dose of medication
that still leads to improvement of the condition,
in order to lower the side effects and yet still
stimulate the body to return to health
• The Vital Force – the principal that the body,
mind, and spirit act in unison to try to maintain
an optimal balance of health, and that any
condition that disturbs this balance, leads to disease
because it affects the whole system. Likewise,
the best method to help cure such ailments will
affect the vital force or the whole system.
Since the early work of Dr. Hahnemann, various
homeopaths have studied and described the medical
applications for about 2,500 different substances listed
in the Homeopathic Pharmacopeia of the United States,
the official compendium of homeopathic remedies
recognized by the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act of 1938.
The homeopathic
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diseases. For example, a homeopathic physician may
consider many medicines for a patient with the primary
complaint of headache. But only after careful consideration
of many aspects of both the headache (including the
type and location of pains, factors that help or worsen
the headache, physical and emotional symptoms related
to the headache, etc.) and the general nature of the
individual (whether they are hot or chilly, how they are
affected by certain types of weather, or time of day, etc.).
The selection of the correct homeopathic medicine is
based upon the total pattern of these symptoms and
tendencies that describe the unique state of the patient
at the time of treatment.
Modern research has suggested several plausible models
for the action of homeopathic medicines, but the exact
mechanism remains unclear. Homeopathic treatment has
a long track record of effectiveness during epidemics.
Some recent medical research studies show homeopathic
medicines to be effective for different medical conditions,
and the two largest analyses reviewing over 100
homeopathic studies concluded that homeopathic
medicines were effective.
Homeopathic medicines work differently than other
medications in that they appear to stimulate the body
to recover, rather than suppress the natural reactions.
Because homeopathic medicines are prepared using
Dr. Hahnemann’s principle of the minimum dose, the
preparations are significantly diluted in their manufacture.
This dilution contributes to the safety of these medicines
and their lack of interaction with other allopathic drugs.
Homeopathic medicines are available for use over the
counter, and may be prescribed by licensed practitioners
trained in their use. Consultation with your physician is
always recommended before undertaking any treatment
for medical conditions.
Numerous books are available on the history, philosophy
and use of homeopathy. Online booksellers include
Amazon, The Minimum Price, Homeopathic Educational
Services and Whole Health Now. Additional information
on homeopathy and how to find a homeopathic
practitioner is available online through several national
homeopathic organizations.
To learn more:
• The American Institute of Homeopathy:
www.homeopathyusa.org
• The National Center for Homeopathy:
www.homeopathic.org
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Do You Seek Healing
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September/October 2009
Re ci p e s | by Kristen Butera
A Time for
Culinary
Abundance
S
eptember is one of my favorite months to
cook. I find myself happily making my way back into
my summer-heat neglected kitchen and looking
forward to taking advantage of the some of the most
plentiful crops of the entire year. It’s time to enjoy the last of
the summer blackberries, and the first autumn raspberries.
An abundance of herbs, tomatoes and squash are still
coming in from our spring planted garden and juicy fresh
corn is still available at the farmers market. Got too many
tomatoes? Try some of these easy recipes to use up the
remaining crops.
TOMATO JAM
Use this as fresh substitute for ketchup, spread over fish, on a
sandwich or as a lovely addition to a cheese and cracker plate.
10 large, ripe tomatoes
½ cup of Agave syrup
1 tps. freshly squeezed lemon juice
Dash of pepper
Fill a large pot with water and cook until the water is boiling.
Meanwhile, making sure not to cut too much into the tomato
meat, make an “X” on the top of the skin of each tomato.
Place the tomatoes into the pot of boiling water for about
30 seconds and then remove them with a slotted spoon. By
now, the skin will be nice and soft and supple enough to peel
off with your hands. After the skins have been taken off from
each tomato, cut them in half and remove all the seeds. Cut the
tomatoes into small pieces and put them into a large saucepan
with the agave syrup and lemon juice. Stir constantly over
medium heat until the mixture becomes bubbly and thick.
The cooking time will depend on the tomatoes you are using
(average time is 20 minutes). Once thickened, sprinkle some
pepper on top and stir, let cool and serve.
BLACKBERRY SMOOTHIE
Refreshing, delicious and chocked full of antioxidants!
2 cup filtered water
3/4 cup blackberries
3 tbs lemon juice, fresh squeezed
1 tbs agave (or to taste)
Add all the ingredients in a blender container and blend until
liquefied. Strain the blackberry juice through a fine mesh
strainer, once or twice if necessary, to remove any seeds. If
the drink separates after a few minutes, just use a spoon or
straw to stir it back together.
CORN, BLACK BEAN AND TOMATO SALSA
Eat this by itself with corn chips or use as a condiment with
some of your favorite dishes.
3 to 4 small ears sweet corn
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) black beans, drained and
rinsed thoroughly
1 large tomato, seeds removed, diced
1 large clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup minced red onion
2 to 3 tbs finely minced jalapeno or poblano pepper
3 tbs lime juice (1 – 2 limes)
3 tbs fresh chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste
Grill or broil corn to char slightly, let cool. Combine remaining
ingredients in a bowl. Cut corn from cobs and add to the
mixture. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving time.
SOUTHWESTERN FRESH CORN STEW
1 tablespoon light olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
4 medium ears fresh corn
2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
5- 6 large fresh pureed tomatoes (or 16 oz canned)
2 small yellow summer squashes, small dice
1 1/2 to 2 cups fresh slender green beans, trimmed and
cut in half
1 to 2 fresh mild chilies, seeded and mince (such as
Anaheim or poblano)
1/4 to 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Heat the oil in a soup pot. Add the onion and garlic and
sauté over medium-low heat until golden. Scrape the corn
kernels from the cobs with a sharp knife. Add them to the
soup pot, along with the tomatoes, squash, green beans,and
chilies. Add about 3 cups water, just enough for a moist but
not too liquid consistency. Bring to a rapid simmer, and then
lower the heat. Cover and simmer gently for 20 minutes, or
until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the cilantro, and then
season with salt and pepper. Simmer very gently for 5 minutes
more. Serve at once.
Variation: Add a cup or two of cooked pinto or kidney beans
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Health Food Store Directory
PENNSYLVANIA
BERKS COUNTY
Blue Mountain Herbals 610-562-4403 308 State St., Hamburg, PA
Hartz Natural Foods 610-286-5268 211 Twin County Rd, Wyomissing, PA
Health Cupboard 610-929-4565 N 5th Street Hwy, Reading, PA
Home of Natural Foods 610-373-5847 3 N 9 Street, Reading, PA
Kimberton Whole Foods 610-385-1588, Ste106 1139 W. Ben Franklin Ct Douglassville PA, 19518
Nature's Garden Natural Foods 610-779-3000 4290 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA
Puravita Natural Foods 610-685-6666 448 Penn Ave, West Reading, PA
The Spirial Path 610-926-7749 Rt 61 Schoolside Place, Leesport, PA
BUCKS COUNTY
Bunn’s Natural Foods 215-355-1165 1007 Street Rd Southampton PA 18966
Earth Foods 215-794-5311 RR 202 Buckingham PA 18912
Faraday’s Natural Food Shop 215-679-8815 840 Penns Court Pennsburg PA 18073
Grapevine Natural Grocery 215-860-8878 5 N State St Newtown PA 18940
Kimberton Whole Foods 610-847-2419 239 Durham Rd Ottsville PA 18942
Natural Foods Store The 215-752-7268 131 Hulmeville Av Penndel PA 19047
Nature’s Garden Of Health 215-752-1270 207 Colonial Drive Langhorne PA 19047
New Hope Natural Market 215-862-3441 6642 Rt 179 Solebury PA 18963
Plumsteadville Natural Foods Inc 215-766-8666 Rt 611 Plumsteadville PA 18949
Queen’s Health Center 215-721-0577 711 Rt113 & County Line Plaza Souderton PA 18964
Sprouts & Wildberry’s 215-493-6076 15 S Main St Yardley PA 19067
The Health Food Store 215-997-2838 4275 County Line Rd Chalfont PA 18914
To Your Health Nat. Foods 215-538-3480 Trainer’s Corner Shop Ctr Quakertown PA 18951
CHESTER COUNTY
Arrow Root 610-640-2720 83 E Lancaster Avenue Paoli PA 19312
Great Pumpkin Health Foods 610-696-0741 607 E Market St West Chester PA 19382
Lionville Natural Pharmacy 610-363-7474 309 Gordon Dr, Exton, PA 19341
Kimberton Whole Foods 610-935-1444 2140 Kimberton Rd Kimberton PA 19442
Kimberton Whole Foods 610-873-8225 150 E Penna Ave Downingtown PA 19335
Natural Way 610-268-3938 1140 Glen Willow Rd Avondale PA 19311-9532
Spring Run Natural Foods, 909 E. Baltimore Pk, Kennett Square PA 19348
Whole Foods Market 610-688-9400 821 W Lancaster Ave Wayne PA 19087
Venus Nutrition Center, 610-644-9111 81 Lancaster Ave., Frazer,Pa.19355
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Healthy Grocer, The 717-737-5123 3800 Trindle Road Camp Hill PA 17011
Herbals On York 717-243-4503 232 York Rd Carlisle PA 17013
DELAWARE COUNTY
All Natural Market 610-896-7717 30 Lancaster Ave E Ardmore PA 19003-2205
Arrowroot Natural Foods 610-527-3393 834 W Lancaster Ave Bryn Mawr PA 19010
Burman Natural Foods Ltd 610-874-8418 3411 Edgmont Ave Brookhaven PA 19015
Farm Fresh Express 484-461-7884 305 Windermere Ave Lansdowne PA 19050
Health Hutte, The 610-497-8611 239 Concord Rd Aston PA 19014
Martindale’s Natural Market 610-543-6811State Highway 320 Springfield PA 19064
Rios Nutritional Products 610-543-1858 35 N Morton Ave Morton PA 19070
Selene Whole Foods Cooperative 610-566-1137 305 W State St Media PA 19063
LANCASTER COUNTY
Community Natural Food Store 717-355-0921 12 S Railroad Ave New Holland PA 17557
Cornerstone Natural Foods Ltd 610-693-5027 361 Bunker Hill Rd Robesonia PA 19551
Natural Choice Foods (717) 665-0720 655 West Newport Road, Lititz, PA 17543
Nature’s Helping Hand 717-733-2510 10 Lime St Ephrata PA 17522
Rhubarb’s Market 717-390-3001 1521 Lititz Pike Lancaster PA 17601-6505
Weaver’s Health Foods 717-336-2263 108 S 6th Denver PA 17517
Your Healthy Food 717-859-4746 703 New St Akron PA 17501
LEHIGH COUNTY
Second Nature Health Food Store 610-683-5020 329 W Main St Kutztown PA 19530
7 Senses Health Center 610-807-3677 960 W Broad St Bethlehem PA 18018
Sign Of The Bear Natural Foods 610-439-8575 514 N Saint Cloud St Allentown PA 18104
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MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Arnold’s Way 215-361-0116 319 W Main St Lansdale PA 19446
Gary’s World of Wellness 610-539-6727 4 W Mount Kirk Ave Norristown PA 19403
Healthwise 610-668-9988 111 Bala Ave Bala Cynwyd PA 19004
Holly Hill Health Foods Inc 215-361-7770 1200 Welsh Rd North Wales PA 19454
Korner Kupboard 215-799-0149 Telford PA
Narberth Natural Foods 610-667-7634 231 Haverford Ave Narberth PA 19072
Nature’s Harvest Market 215-659-7705 101 E Moreland Rd Willow Grove PA 19090
North Penn Health Food 215-855-1044 1313 Broad St N Lansdale PA 19446
Whole Foods Market 610-896-3737 339 E Lancaster Ave Wynnewood PA 19096
Whole Foods Market 215-646-6300 1210 N Bethlehem Pike Ambler PA 19002
Whole Foods Market 215- 646-6300 1210 Bethlehem Pike North Wales PA 19454
Willow Creek Orchards 610-584-8202 3215 Stump Hall Rd, Collegeville PA 19426
PHILADELPHIA COUNTY
Community Health Food 215-438-7576 5007 Wayne Ave Philadelphia PA 19144
Essene The Natural Food Market 215-922-1146 719 S4th St Philadelphia PA 19147
Harry’s Health Food Store 215-742-3807 1805 Cottman Ave Philadelphia PA 19111
Health Center For Nutrition & Herbs 215-549-6151 5601 N10th St Philadelphia PA 19141
Health Heaven 215-969-8420 14200 Bustleton Ave Philadelphia PA 19116
Logan Health Food Store 215-324-2662 5009 N Broad St Philadelphia PA 19141
Natural Goodness 215-977-7749 2000 Walnut St Philadelphia PA 19103-5608
Stan’s Health Foods 215-332-4577 7161 Frankford Ave Philadelphia PA 19135
Weavers Way Co-op 215.843.2350 559 Carpenter Lane Phila. PA 19119
Whole Foods Market 215-733-9788 929 South ST Philadelphia PA 19147
Whole Foods Market 215-557-0015 2001 Pennsylvania Ave Philadelphia PA 19130
NEW JERSEY
ATLANTIC COUNTY
Bonterra Market 609-484-1550 3112 Fire Rd Egg Harbor NJ 08234
Festival Health Food Store 609-625-3377 Festival at Hamilton Mays Landing NJ 08330
Health Tree The 609-561-8316 200 White Horse Pk Hammonton NJ 08037
Interhealth Foods 609-345-3711 2830 Atlantic Ave Atlantic City NJ 08401
Premier Nutrition 609-822-6999 5026 Wellington Ave Ventnor City NJ 08406
The Health Tree 609-561-8316 200 White Horse Pk Hammonton NJ 08037
CAMDEN COUNTY
Berlin Farmer’s Market & Shopping Center 856-753-1472 Berlin NJ 08009
Good 4 U Healthy Foods General Store 856-753-1472 Berlin NJ 08009
Haddonfield Nutrition Center 856-857-0020 7 Haddon Ave Haddonfield NJ 08033
HealthWorks 856-854-4468 786 Haddon Ave Collingswood NJ 08108
Natural Health 856-784-1021 Blackwood NJ 08012
Nature’s Cupboard 856-354-8811 208 Kresson Rd Cherry Hill NJ 08034
Natures Earth 856-662-42442107 Marlton Pike W Cherry Hill NJ 08002
Wegman’s Natures Marketplace 856-488-2700 2100 Rt70 W Cherry Hill NJ 08002
Whole Foods Market 856-797-1115 940 Rt73 North Marlton NJ 08053
CAPE MAY COUNTY
Back To Nature Health Foods 609-886-4027 Rt47 & RR Ave RioGrande NJ 08242
Bayshore Nutrition Center 609-886-8008 3702 Bayshore Rd N Cape May NJ 08204
Green Street Market 609-463-0606 3167 US Hghwy9 N S Rio Grande NJ 08242
Luna Sea Health Food Market 609-398-5750 301 E10th St Ocean City NJ 08226
DELAWARE
Back To Nature Health Food Store 302-328-5504 835 Pulaski Hwy Bear DE 19701
Country Health Store 302-995-6620 2199 Kirkwood Hwy Wilmington DE 19805
Francine’s Community Market 302-239-3737 6149 Lancaster Pk Hockhessing DE 19707
Goodnews Natural Foods 302-730-1910 739 S. Governors Ave, Dover, DE 19904
Harvest Market Natural Foods 302-234-6779 7411 Lancaster Pk Hockessin DE 19707
Mona’s Health Foods Inc 302-475-5185 1802 Marsh Rd Wilmington DE 19810
Natural Evolution 302-893-4941 1715 Delaware Ave Wilmington DE 19806
Newark Co-Op Natural Foods Market 302-368-5894 Newark DE 19711
Newark Natural Foods 302-368-5894 280 E Main St Newark DE 19711
Holistic Resource Directory
ACUPUNCTURE
DENTISTS, HOLISTIC
Ananda Acupuncture & Herbs, John Stamps, M.AC., L.OM 610-526-2689
Acupuncture & Healing Bodywork 1049 W. Lancaster Ave., 2F, BrynMawr, Pa.
DAMS, Dental Amalgam Mercury Solutions, Intl 610-649-0465
Learn about benefits of mercury-free dentistry for your health.
For resources and information, call [email protected]
Damini Celebre, Oriental Medicine+other good stuff! (610) 251-9880
Ruth Fletcher, M.Ac. Narberth & Pottstown (610) 668-1114
Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs, NAET, Facial Rejuvenation & more!
Harmonia Healing Arts Spa, 610-688-1007 www.harmoniaspa.com
The Healing Point, Meredith Murphy, LICAC, MAAC, DIPLAC
215 W. Church Rd, Ste 112, King of Prussia, PA 610-265-1827
visit us on the web! www.healingpointonline.com
Margaret Kinnevy, Fertility Health, Chestnut Hill,
267-934-4682
Sharon Rose, L.AC, DIPL. O.M. Acupuncture, Therapeutic Bodywork
721 E Lanc, Downingtown. Rosefamilyclinic.com (484) 238-8127
ALTERNATIVE WAX CANDLES
Scented Gourmet Candles
www.ScentsToSavor.com
(877) 775-8747
AYURVEDA
Donald Robbins, DMD
BioSafeDentistry
(610) 363-1980
Protect your Health, safe mercury/vapor removal, no fluoride/metals
FREE mercury vapor testing. Exton, PA www.donaldrobbinsdmd.com
EAR CANDLING
The Healing Point Health Ctr.
www.healingpointonline.com
215 W. Church Rd, Ste 112, King of Prussia, PA
(610) 265-1827
ENERGY AUDITS
800-789-5131
ENERGY HEALING
AllisonPrettyman.com
West Chester, PA
(484) 467-5449
RYAH Yoga & Health Conshohocken ryahyogaandhealth.com (610) 834-1551
CHIROPRACTIC CARE
Craig Shapiro, D.C. Natural pain relief & flexibility 215-627-1610
www.yourchiropracticoffice.com
So. Philadelphia, Pa.
COACHING & CONSULTING
EmpowermentCentre.com - Career, Life/Personal, Bus 610-213-1010
COLONICS/COLON HYDROTHERAPY
(610) 935-0701
Kimberton, PA
Colon Hydrotherapy - Haverford Wellness Center
2010 Westchester Pike
(610) 924-0600
COUNSELING,
SYSTEMIC FIELD CONSTELLATIONS
Andrea Bosbach, MSW, FT, BA, CYT Kimberton, PA & Wilmington, DE
Consultations, Trainings, Lectures. Individuals, Couples, Groups
Dynamics of family, organizations, health and relationships.
[email protected]
(610) 513-2757
CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY
Brigid Meagher
Upledger Adv. Pottstown, Kimberton, Paoli
Dental Wellness Centre, Dr. Hyo Lim, DMD
(610) 265-4485
Biological Dentist. Exceptional dentistry in a caring environment.
216 Mall Blvd., Ste. 11, King of Prussia
www.dentalwellnesscentre.com
Residential Energy Solutions.com
Alpa Bhatt, BAMS, LMBT, NMT
(610) 239-9901 (732) 857-6411
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Education, Body Type, Shirodhara, Pulse Analysis
& Yoga Marma-point Massage, Diet, Cooking & Natural Remedies
The Art of Health, Jeannette Ponder
Colon Hydrotherapy, Nutritional Counseling
Dental Health Associates, Ltd.
John P. Roeder, DMD
Look great and feel even better with a beautiful healthy smile.
Biological Care
45 Darby Road, Paoli, PA
(610) 647-7272
610-469-1717
EmpowermentCentre.com Integrative, Experienced 610-213-1010
FENG SHUI
Wendy Young
(610) 688-0505
Certified Feng Shui Practitioner and Interior Designer (CFSP)
Improve your home or office environment and change your life.
FLOWER ESSENCE THERAPY
Charlene Briggs, BFRP REG. BACH FLOWER FES TRAINED (610) 594-9591
Safe, integrative approach to releasing emotional energy patterns. Personal
consultations, workshops. Transgress grief, depression, transitions, stress.
GYROTONIC® EXERCISE
5th Line Bodyworks Studio Kari Hyer, Blue Bell Move beyond
the ordinary to build core strength and flexibility
215 605 1109
HEALTHY HOMES
Healthy Spaces
(215) 233-1852
www.healthyspaces.com
Healthy home/office check-ups.
Investigation. Testing. Solutions.
HOLISTIC HEALTH
Lionville Nat. Pharmacy & Holistic Ctr www.lionrx.com (610) 363-7474
PABodyTalk Center Jalma Marcus RN,BS,MS,CBP,AT,PARAMA 215-840-3263
Ula Pasternak, NCMT, MA, Rev.
610 287-2714
The Unity Center for Holistic Living,
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[email protected]
www.theucenter.com
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Holistic Resource Directory
HOLISTIC MEDICAL DOCTOR
Lisa Beth Freedman, MD Villanova & Huntingdon Valley (610) 579-3797
HOLISTIC STUDIES/TRAINING
Lourdes Institute of Wholistic Studies
(856) 869-3134
900 Haddon Ave. Collingswood, NJ www.lourdeswellnesscenter.org
Yoga Teacher Training, Massage, Shiatsu, Reflexology Cert.
PaBodyTalk Center Access & Basic Courses CES RNS, MTS 215-840-3263
HOMEOPATH
Angela Walker, CCH, RSHom www.catalysthomeopathy.com (610) 526-2246
HYPNOTHERAPY
Nancy Schappert MHt
Suggestive, Regression & Past Life Therapy
www.nancyschapperthealthyliving.com
West Chester
484-343-0896
MARTIAL ARTS
Kwon’s Black Belt Academy
Katharine Ruoss-Naumenko
Tae Kwon Do • Tang Soo Do. Instilling those elements which create a quiet confidence. [email protected] (610) 651-KWON (5966) www.kwonsblackbelt.com
MASSAGE
Gateway Bodyworks 333 Morgan Street, Phxville 610-933-5459
Myofascial Release, CranioSacral, Cupping, Acupuncture, PreNatal
Massage, Ear Candling, Yoga
www.gatewaybodyworks.com
Harmonia Healing Arts Spa, 610-688-1007 www.harmoniaspa.com
The Healing Point Wholistic Health Ctr.
(610) 265-1827
Massage, Shiatsu, Myofascial Release, Craniosacral, Prenatal
215 W. Church Rd, Ste 112, King of Prussia, PA www.healingpointonline.com
Kneady Muscles.com 14 Thomas Ave, Bryn Mawr (484) 432-8131
Corrective Massage, Acupuncture, Shiatsu: Pain Management
AllisonPrettyman.com West Chester, Pa. (484) 467-5449
RYAH Yoga & Health Conshohocken ryahyogaandhealth.com (610) 834-1551
ThaiYogaSwedishMassage by Barb www.spiritualhealingmassage.com DE
MASSAGE SCHOOLS
The Massage School Exton 6wks to certify. Roxayne (610) 524-2171
MIDWIFERY
The Birth Center, Bryn Mawr & Exton
(610) 525-6086
NEURO-LINGUISTIC PROGRAMMING
EmpowermentCentre.com NLP Training/ Counseling 610-213-1010
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NUTRITION
Ben Briggs, RPh, CNC, Functional Nutrition www.lionrx.com (610) 363-7474
Joel S. Edman, DSc,FACN,CNS www.EdmanNutrition.com 610-742-8880
Rosemary Nardone, CHHP www.RosemaryNardone.com (610) 651-8181
Nancy Schappert PhD, RN Holistic Nutrition Hypnosis Qigong Reiki
www.nancyschapperthealthyliving.com
West Chester 484-343-0896
Mary Sue Hardy, LPC, MS, CACD, CYT
Psychotherapist/Certified Yoga Teacher
PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT • SELF DISCOVERY
DEPRESSION/ANXIETY • GRIEF/LOSS
RELAPSE PREVENTION • SPIRITUAL CRISIS
LIFE TRANSITION/PERSONAL JOURNEY
Using an Integrative Approach
PSYCHOLOGIST
Timothy Freitas, PSY.D.
Devon
610 688.3538
Christine J Ware, PhD, RYT www.mindbodyservices.com 610-664-6446
PSYCHOTHERAPY
Holistic Counseling & Life Coaching, Nourish, deepen connections,
live on purpose with joy.
Elizabeth Burns, MS (610) 999-0876
QIGONG
Debi Dunn certified Qigong, T'ai Chi, Yoga Instructor, Reiki Master.
Classes & seminars.
www.theheartofhealing.com
484.431.1270
REIKI
1002 Geigertown Road, Birdsboro, PA 19508
(off Rt.422 corridor between Pottstown & Reading)
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Reiki Healing Center 20 S. Olive St, Suite 305, Media, PA 19063
Classes & Sessions
www.reikihealingcenter.org
610-348-5698
Restorative Reiki – unique blend of energy and expressive therapy.
Jeanie Ruland-Matteson at Creative Healing Arts
(610) 738-0988
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RETREAT CENTERS
Pendle Hill Retreat Center
personal retreats/ seminars Wallingford, PA
(610) 566-4507
www.pendlehill.org
SOULCOLLAGE®
2009 SoulCollage® workshops! Facilitator is qualified by Founder;
Visit www.inherlife.com for south/central NJ locations and dates;
Email Lee [email protected] for inquiries in your area
TALK CIRCLES
1st Friday Talk Circles-Pot Luck: Karen Wrigley,LSW (610)631-0880
1823 West Main St, Norristown, Pa19403 www.RejuvenationExpress.com
THERAPY
Rinah Karson, MSW, Yoga, BodyMindSpirit Healing, Wayne, 617-388-4281
WEDDINGS/COMMITMENT CEREMONIES
Rev Ellen Schipul, Interfaith Min. creates unique, memorable wedding
ceremonies reflecting who you are. $250 & up
610-732-4511
Stroke Yoga Group with therapist Michele Rifkin
WELLNESS CENTER
Center for Vitality & Wellness.com Berwyn PA (610) 251-9880
Acupuncture, BodyWork, Flower Essences, Shamanism, & Classes!
Damini Celebre, director
Healing for the BodyMindSpirit
Essential Wellness Ctr. Supportive, Nurturing, Integrative Care
Therapies, Workshops. www.EssentialWellnessCtr.com (610) 647-5407
Gateway Bodyworks 333 Morgan Street, Phxville 610-933-5459
Your Gateway to Health and Healing
www.gatebodyworks.com
Lionville Nat. Pharmacy & Holistic Ctr www.lionrx.com (610) 363-7474
RYAH Yoga and Health Wellness Center in Conshohocken – Holistic
Health Svc; Yoga/Pilates; Massage/Energy; Counseling Svc; Events,
Workshops; Corp. Retreats (610) 834-1551 www.ryahyogaandhealth.com
SereneQuest www.serenequest.com Kennett Square, Pa 610.388.3200
WISDOM CIRCLES
Wisdom circles workshops, wellness-oriented events by inherlife,
LLC: women’s renewal/retreat; south/central NJ; www.inherlife.com
or email Lee at [email protected] for more information.
WOMEN’S HEALTH
Lionville Nat. Pharmacy & Holistic Ctr www.lionrx.com (610) 363-7474
Bach Flower Therapy, Charlene Briggs
(610) 594-9591
Helping with grief, depression, stress, transitions, anxiety &
Emotional challenges.
www.bachflowersUSA.com
YOGA THERAPY
Robert Butera, MDIV, PHD
by appt. only (610) 688-7030
Develop personalized Yoga program for health, psychological &
spiritual. In Devon. Daytime hours.
www.yogalifeinstitute.com
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ADVERTISING
Yoga Living Magazine www.yogalifeinstitute.com 610-688-7030
Reach loyal 65,000 readers. Local, community oriented events.
Main Office, 821 W. Lancaster Ave, Devon next to Whole Foods.
ART & GRAPHIC DESIGN
Graphic Design & Illustrations for Successful Advertisements
Logo Designs, Brochures, Book Illustrations
610.933.4545
Mia Bosna
[email protected] www.BosnaDESIGNworks.com
GREEN BUSINESS ORGANIZATION/
LOCAL ECONOMY
Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia network of
socially and environmentally respon. businesses. Website has events, online marketplace, membership info: www.sbnphiladelphia.org 215-922-7400
GREEN CLEANING SERVICE
Green Cleaning Service and Supplies for Office/Home
856-834-6763
LANDSCAPING
DRY CLEANING
Flowers & More, www.flowersandmore.biz
610-701-9283
Devon (Monarch) Natural Dry Cleaners No Toxic Solvents
EM (Effective Mirco Organism) Benefits us and the Environment
821 Lancaster Ave. (Next to Whole Foods Mkt.)
610-687-1140
Pride & Joy EarthCare, Birchrunville, PA
610-495-5684
GENERAL CONTRACTING
Schreiber Gen. Contractors, “no job too small” 484-955-0292
Additions, carpentry, kitchen remodeling, decks/siding. Trustworthy
and we have pride in our worksmanship
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NATURAL PHARMACY
Lionville Nat. Pharmacy & Holistic Ctr www.lionrx.com 610-363-7474
OCEAN CITY, NJ ‘ECO-HOUSE’
Eco Equipped Summer home rental property, 1 block to beach
Private Deck w/ Ocean View, 3 bedroom/2 bath, 2nd Floor
See www.vrbo.com/226122 for on/off season rental.
PAINT AND PAINTERS, NATURAL
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Order on-line: www.safepaint.net
100% No toxin, all natural paint that holds up.
www.americanpridepaint.com
1-601-264-0442
Baldwin Painting [email protected] 484-886-6681
“See the difference between a job done, and a job done well.”
Ask about using all natural products.
REAL ESTATE
Keller Williams, Pam Butera www.expertsforyou.com 215-646-9200
RESIDENTIAL ENERGY SOLUTIONS
Energy Audits, Diagnostic & Thermal Infrared Testing Services
Residential Energy Solutions.com
800-789-5131
SPA, HOLISTIC
Harmonia Healing Arts Spa 610-688-1007 www.harmoniaspa.com
VETERINARIAN
Animal Wellness Center, Rose DiLeva, VMD, MS, CVA 610-558-1616
Cert. Vet. Acupunct. Alternative veterinary med. Chinese Herbs, Amazon
Herbs. TCM. Holistic cancer treatment. Pain management. All animals.
WEB DESIGN
Terrabyte Design offers eco-friendly web design, development and consulting
for individuals and businesses. Power your website or blog with renewable solar
and wind energy. terrabytedesign.com
Yoga Living Seeks Green Businesses; Cleaning, Natural Builders, Natural Painters, Green Investing, Green Stores!
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Featuring Yoga Shops, Green Stores, Gift Shops, and local, fair-trade shops.*
Email us your store’s FREE, one-line listing at [email protected]. Kindly let us know if there are any corrections.
PENNSYLVANIA
BERKS COUNTY
Earth Rhythms 610-374-3730 641 Penn Ave Reading PA 19611
CAMDEN COUNTY
Body Encounters 856-985-6363 230 N Maple Ave Marlton NJ 08053
Yogawood! 856-858-YOGA 688 Haddon Ave Collingswood NJ 08108
MORRIS COUNTY
BUCKS COUNTY
Freckles Place 215-674-5640 1165 York Road Warminster PA 18974
Solutions for Daily Living 215-968-9750 126 N State St Newtown PA 18940
CHESTER COUNTY
BendBodyWear 610-558-0565 Old Ridge Vil 100 Ridge Rd#7 ChaddsFord PA 19317
Charmingly Linda’s 610-640-1220 480 Lancaster Ave Frazer PA 19355
Earth Mart 610-935-1793 235 Bridge St Phoenixville PA 19460
Earth Speak 610-933-7375 2123 Kimberton Rd Kimberton PA 19442
Revue Boutique & Gallery 610-918-4402 138 East Gay St, West Chester PA
Ten Thousand Villages 610-594-2370 271 Main St Exton PA 19341
YogaLife Bookstore 610-688-7030 821 W Lancaster Ave Wayne PA 19087
Tools for Yoga 973-966-5311 2 Green Village Rd Madison NJ 07928
DELAWARE
NEW CASTLE COUNTY
My Thai 302-428-1040 21 Trolley Sq #A Wilmington DE 19806
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DELAWARE COUNTY
Ten Thousand Villages 610-892-5020 101 W. State St Media PA 19063
Total Nutrition of Wayne 610-688-9300 156 E. Lancaster Ave, Wayne, PA 19087
LANCASTER COUNTY
Evolution Power Yoga LLC 717-391-1060 447 N Mulberry St Lancaster PA 17603
Radiance 717-290-1517 9 W Grant St Lancaster PA 17603
Ten Thousand Villages 717-721-8400 240 N Reading Rd Ephrata PA 17522
MONTGOMERY COUNTY
AVJ Natural Cat 610-326-0177 6 S Hanover St Pottstown PA 19464
Got Your Back 610-834-3992 521 E Hector St Conshohocken PA 19428
Dreamcatcher 610-584-5556 4049 Skippack Pk Skippack PA 19474
Environmental Home Store 215-368-2589 1684 Kriebel Rd Lansdale PA 19446
Lucy 610-649-2541 24 Parking Plaza (Suburban Square) Ardmore PA 19003
Ten Thousand Villages 215-723-1221 787 Rt 113 Souderton PA 18964
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY
Organic Mattress Shop 866-246-9866 1075 Main St Hellertown PA 18055
PHILADELPHIA COUNTY
Arcadia Boutique 215-667-8099 819 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
The Black Cat 215-386-6664 3428 Sanson St Philadelphia PA 19104
Environmental Home 215-844-4733 550 Carpenter Ln @ Greene St Phila PA 19119
Eviama Life Spa 215 545 3344 262 S16th St Philadelphia PA 19102
Garland of Letters 215-923-5946 527 South St Philadelphia PA 19147
Greenable 215-922-6066 126 Market St Philadelphia PA 19106
Greendepot 215-333-1404 6951 State Rd, Ste A, Philadelphia, PA 19135
Lululemon 215-735-2431 1704 Walnut St Ste 3F Philadelphia PA 19103
Moving Arts Institute 215-205-1292 7425 Old York Road Elkins Park PA 19027
Sanctuary Yoga Shop 215-242-3150 8611 Grmntwn Ave Chestnuthill PA 19118
Ten Thousand Villages 215-574-2008 1122 Walnut St Philadelphia PA 19107
Villa and Hut Furniture 215-425-1014 1105 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19125
NEW JERSEY
BURLINGTON COUNTY
Lucy 856-983-1291 500 Route 73 South (Promenade) Marlton NJ 08053
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Re ci p e s | by Kristen Butera
GARDEN FRESH TOMATO SOUP
4 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
1 slice onion
4 whole cloves
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
In a stockpot, over medium heat, combine the tomatoes,
onion, cloves and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, and gently
boil for about 20 minutes to blend all of the flavors. Remove
from heat and run the mixture through a food mill into a
large bowl, or pan. Discard any stuff left over in the food
mill. In the now empty stockpot, melt the butter over
medium heat. Stir in the flour to make a roux, cooking until
the roux is a medium brown. Gradually whisk in a bit of the
tomato mixture, so that no lumps form, then stir in the rest.
Season with salt to desired taste.
Every year I plant basil in the backyard, and
despite the fact that I love it’s herbaceous flavor, I can’t seem
to use it fast enough. Sometime in early September, I
harvest all the plants and spend a Sunday afternoon making
large batches of basil pesto. Some of it gets used right away
for pasta, pizza or grilled vegetable garnish, but the majority
of it makes its way into the freezer in individual Ziploc freezer
bags for use at a later date. If you choose to freeze your
pesto, omit the cheese from the recipe and add it after
defrosting. There is nothing like breaking out the pesto midwinter to get a taste of summer. Use it as a spread for bread
or break off chunks to flavor pan sauces. As you make it,
remember that pesto is always made to taste, so try it as
you go to ensure that you like what you are making. Add
more garlic or less chess to find a balance that suits your
palate. Most pesto recipes call for parmesan cheese, but I
often substitute pecorino romano or locatelli, as I enjoy their
strong, salty flavors.
FRESH BASIL PESTO
2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan-Reggiano or
Romano cheese
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts or walnuts
3 medium sized garlic cloves, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Combine the basil in with the pine nuts, pulse a few times in
a food processor. Add the garlic, pulse a few times more.
Slowly add the olive oil in a constant stream while the food
processor is on. Stop to scrape down the sides of the food
processor with a rubber spatula. Add the grated cheese and
pulse again until blended. Add a pinch of salt and freshly
ground black pepper to taste.
Note: This recipe makes 1 cup, you can double triple or quadruple
it based on the size of your food processor.
Come late September, I find myself at the
farmers market salivating over the new harvests of fall
apples, broccoli, collard greens, cauliflower, brussel sprouts,
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grapes, kales, lima beans and pears. Seeing the first pumpkins
for sale always brings a smile to my face. It is such a glorious
time of variety, this point where summer meets fall. Outside
the sun is shining, the days are cooling off, and chillier nights
settle in. It is usually around this time that I start to think
about making soup again.
CURRIED RED LENTIL SOUP WITH GREENS
2 tbs light olive oil
1 cup chopped red onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups red lentils, rinsed
2 large or 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
2 tsp good quality curry powder or garam masala, or to taste
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp each cinnamon and nutmeg
6 to 8 ounces swiss chard
Juice of 1 lemon or lime
Salt to taste
Heat the oil in a soup pot. Add the onion and garlic and
sauté over medium heat until golden, about 10 minutes. Add
6 cups water, followed by the lentils, sweet potatoes, and
seasonings. Bring to a rapid simmer, and then lower the
heat. Cover and simmer gently until the lentils are mushy
and the potatoes are done, about 20 to 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, wash the chard, remove stems and midribs, and
then slice into narrow shreds. Stir into the soup along with
the lime juice. If the soup is too thick, adjust the consistency
with a small amount of water. Continue to simmer gently
until the chard is just done, about 10 to 15 minutes. Season
with salt. If time allows, let the soup stand for an hour or
two, then heat through as needed.
FRESH PUMPKIN GINGER SOUP
1 1/2 - 2 pounds fresh pumpkin, seed and skin removed, diced
1/2 pound yukon potatoes, peeled and diced
2 tbs of fresh ginger, minced
1/2 sweet onion, sliced thin
4 cups vegetable stock or water
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup cream sherry
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbs butter, unsalted
4 oz grated gruyere cheese (for garnish)
Heat the butter over medium heat in a large heavy pot. Add
the onions and cook until soft and translucent (about 10
minutes). Add the pumpkin, ginger, and potatoes. Cook for
another 3 minutes. Add the stock or water, orange juice,
and sherry. Bring mixture to a simmer and cook until pumpkin
is soft and easily pierced with a fork (about 1 hour).
Transfer mixture to a blender or food processor and puree
until smooth. Transfer back to the pot and stir in the heavy
cream. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle Gruyere over
individual portions and serve with a hearty pumpernickel
style bread.
Use this time of transition to have fun in the kitchen and
enjoy the bounty of nature that is all around you!
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Ps y ch o l o g y a n d H e al t h | by Michael Cheikin, MD
psychoanalysis, where one lies on a couch and “free
associates”, speaking out whatever thoughts, feelings and
images come to mind as a means of accessing and
learning about the Dark Self. He believed that once these
core images and emotions, from early childhood, were
captured and understood, the dysfunctional behaviors
would cease. While this worked partially well for many
people, and was the rage in the 1950’s (think of the “Id
Monster” in the 1956 cult movie Forbidden Planet), this
model of the mind proved insufficient. This is because our
current thoughts and actions also have a role in how we
feel. Cognitive-behavioral therapy, developed by Albert Ellis
successfully showed that by identifying and intentionally
changing our thought patterns and behavior, we can change
our emotional patterns. Further advances by Martin Seligman proved that we can learn to be optimistic or pessimistic
as children, and can change that programming as adults if
we do the work. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and
Reprocessing), developed by Francine Shapiro, demonstrated
that some very intractable ruts, including those caused by
trauma, can be healed by re-integrating the right and left
sides of the brain through special movements or stimuli.
THE CONTRIBUTION
OF
YOGA LIVING
CHECKING
THE
FUEL TANK
If the mind is the software, the hardware of the mind, the
brain, also needs to be functioning optimally. A brain that
has all the materials it needs is going to work better than
one that is deficient or toxic. Therefore, to optimize this
process of learning about the mind, checking that there are
adequate quantities and quality of important nutrients such
as fish oils and B12 can be very helpful, as can testing for
toxicities such as lead and mercury. Eliminating known
dietary brain toxins such as aspartame, hydrogenated oils,
sugar and other processed foods is becoming easier with
the organic food movement. Yoga, acupuncture, and modern
“Energy Psychology” techniques that tap our mysterious but
powerful energy systems, can also modulate brain, hormonal
and other systems of the body to remove blocks in the
psycho-spiritual system.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: This general information should not be
used to make decisions about medical care without the
involvement of an experienced practitioner.
YOGA PSYCHOLOGY
Yoga psychology and meditation offers a different spin on
this issue of the mind’s ruts. It explains that the mind’s job
is to constantly provide a narrative, providing explanations
and justifications that are often simply not true. More
importantly, yoga psychology distinguishes between mind
and spirit—which are not the same. The spirit can observe
the mind, and has the choice of listening or not listening to
it. By simply watching the mind and its ruminations, we can
learn to not fall for its creations. It’s similar to remembering
a crazy dream, also a product of the mind, being curious
about its content, but knowing it is not true. Though the
daytime mind seems more rational, and at first we believe
that it is who we are, through this practice of yoga and
meditation, we learn that the mind is just a computer that
has inherent limitations and must be properly utilized. Even
with a computer, we can’t assume that the answer is right.
We must double-check the results. Byron Katie has
developed a very simple and powerful method of checking
the truth of the mind’s misconstructions of reality. Eventually,
our spirit can learn how to better use the mind, and ultimately
change it. The books by the Arbinger Foundation also
explain how we get trapped in self-deceptions. Coaching is
a new spin on psycho-spiritual processes that focuses on
the positive forces of love, inspiration and goal setting—that
helps us overcome our stuck-ness. Pema Chodrun, a master
of meditation, has also shown us how quietly observing our
mental ruts without immersing or retreating, changes its
nature. The emotions and behaviors that result from our
mental constructions--anxiety, anger, depression and
compulsions—memory and imagination at its worst—can
dissipate with this work. Many psychologists are now
incorporating yoga, meditation and coaching into their
process of psychotherapy, as it can be very efficient and
effective. Rather than getting caught up in the contents of
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the Basket, through these methods, we learn to un-weave
the Basket itself.
September/October 2009
FOR MORE INFORMATION
• Rama, S, Ballentine, R, Ajaya, S: Yoga and Psychotherapy: The
Evolution of Consciousness. Himalayan Inst., 1976. 0893-890-367.
• Chodrun, Pema: Getting Unstuck (Audio CD). Sounds True, 2006.
1591-792-38X.
• Sivananda Center: The Sivananda Companion to Yoga. New York:
Simon & Schuster, 1983. ISBN: 0684-870-002.
• Katie, Byron & Mitchell, S: Loving What Is: Four Questions That Can
Change Your Life. Three Rivers Press, 2003. 1400-045-371.
• Shapiro, Francine: EMDR: Breakthrough Therapy for Overcoming
Anxiety, Stress, and Trauma. Basic Books, 1997. 0465-043-011.
• Seligman, Martin E. P. (1990). Learned Optimism. New York: Knopf.
(reissue edition, Free Press, 1998, ISBN 0-671-01911-2)
• Ellis, Albert: Guide to Rational Living. Wilshire, 1975. 0879-800-429.
• Arbinger Institute: Leadership and Self Deception: Getting Out of
the Box. Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2002. 1576-751-740.
• Kabat-Zinn, Jon: Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness
Meditation in Everyday Life. Hyperion, 1995. 0786-880-708.
• Steiner, Rudolph. How to Know Higher Worlds : A Modern Path of
Initiation. Steiner Books, 1994. ISBN: 0880-103-728.
• Bateson, Gregory: Steps Toward an Ecology of Mind: Essays in
nthropology, Psychiatry, Evolution, & Epistemology. 0226-039-056.
• Hawkins, David. Power Versus Force: The Hidden Determinants of
Human Behavior. Hay House, 2002. ISBN: 1561-709-336.
• Peck, M. Scott: Road Less Traveled. New York: Touchstone, 1978.
ISBN 0684-847-248.
• Hendrix, H: Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples. Owl
Books, 2001. ISBN 0805-068-953.
• Real, Terrence: I Don't Want to Talk About It: Overcoming the Secret
Legacy of Male Depression. Fireside, 1998. ISBN 0684-835-398.
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