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Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties

August 2014 Issue

Horses, Dogs, Alpacas:: What Defines a Therapy Animal?

Aug 03, 2014 04:11AM ● By Donna Gleason

Most of us have become familiar with therapy animals such as horses, dogs, and cats. However, with the right skill set and temperament, r...

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PTSD in Pets: What to Look for and How to Help

Aug 03, 2014 04:07AM ● By Mary Oquendo

For many, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) conjures up images of a person who is the victim of a harrowing injury or severe psycholo...

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Family Inspiration Drives Business Shift for Organic Sleep by Sleep Etc

Aug 03, 2014 04:03AM ● By Natasha Michaels and CJ Golden

In this day and age, many individuals seek gurus and lifestyle coaches for guidance about best practices and direction. Some, like Jeff K...

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10 Things to Do Before Summer’s End

Aug 03, 2014 04:01AM ● By Analiese Paik

August has arrived, yet we are far from ready to say goodbye to summer’s long, hot days. It’s the perfect time to revisit or write summer...

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Thrive Rather Than Survive:: Embracing The Four Agreements at Work and School

Aug 03, 2014 03:57AM ● By Carrie Picardi

As an organizational psychologist and an educator, Dr. Carrie Picardi works with individuals in both work and school settings to enable t...

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Three Essentials for a Chemical-Free Kid’s Room

Aug 03, 2014 03:54AM ● By Christine Chamberlin

From the nursery to the dorm, creating a chemical-free kid’s room is essential to minimize or avoid exposure to toxins found in many mode...

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An Italian Garden Feast

Aug 03, 2014 03:50AM ● By Sally Maraventano

The beauty of Italian cooking is its simplicity and reliance on the few ingredients each recipe requires, usually no more than five. For ...

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Finding Wild Edibles in Connecticut

Aug 03, 2014 03:44AM ● By Eileen Weber

Foraging isn’t just for French pigs sniffing out truffles. Mushrooms are a big favorite, but there is much more available – especially in...

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Natural Support for Anxiety and Sleep Challenges

Aug 03, 2014 03:39AM ● By Lisa Singley

Stress and anxiety are a part of everyone’s life and these days it seems even more so. Our days are filled with so many activities and ob...

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Pediatric Dentistry:: Reducing Fear while Building Good Habits

Aug 03, 2014 03:38AM ● By Jenny Federman

For young kids, going to the dentist can be a frightening new experience. Good habits start at a young age. If proper care is not taken i...

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Beyond Bullying: : Peacebuilding to Create Compassionate Schools and Communities

Aug 03, 2014 03:35AM ● By Lisa Worth Huber

The room at Southern Connecticut State University is packed with educators, community leaders, government officials and active citizens. ...

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Understanding Brain Function Imbalance

Aug 03, 2014 03:28AM ● By Kristina Crivellone

Neurodevelopmental disorders are on the rise, and our children need help. In 2011, approximately 12 percent of Connecticut’s school-age c...

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The Waldorf Experience

Aug 03, 2014 03:24AM

The foundation of a Waldorf early childhood program is based on profound respect for childhood and the belief in the limitless potential ...

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Pediatric Chiropractic Care Improves Babies’ Spinal Misalignment

Aug 03, 2014 03:23AM

Pediatric chiropractic physicians specialize in treating pregnant women and their babies. It is a poorly understood fact that even a norm...

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Open House for Aspiring Massage Therapists

Aug 03, 2014 03:20AM

Ridley-Lowell Business & Technical Institute is hosting an open house at their campus in Danbury for those interested in a career as a ma...

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5k Run/Walk to Benefit Ann’s Place

Aug 03, 2014 03:18AM

The Amber Room Colonnade’s 6th Annual Run from the Sun 5k (3.1 miles) will begin at 6:30pm on August 21 to benefit Ann’s Place’s cancer s...

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