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Acupressure: The DIY Healing Modality
Looking for a non-invasive pain management technique you can do yourself? Acupressure is a great solution for individuals suffering from common ailments, such as migraine headaches, sinus pressure, menstrual cramps, asthma, and fatigue.  "Acupressure is the oldest healing technique known to man," says Dr. Suhail Jarroush, president of The Aquarian Sun Healing and Learning Center in Lincoln Park. "Monks in Tibet discovered that steadily applied pressure restores the normal flow of energy through the body's meridians and can cure the body of many ailments." Dr. Jarroush, who both practices and teaches acupressure, explains "there are several points on the skin that when stimulated properly by steady pressure will send bioelectrical signals through the brain to major glands to release endorphins (pain-relieving chemicals naturally released by the body). When the pain is blocked, the muscles will relax, allowing better breathing and an influx of oxygen. Acupressure is a good way to reduce tension, decrease stress, induce relaxation, and maintain general good health." The good news for you? Anyone can learn acupressure! The Aquarian Sun offers Acupressure Workshops on an ongoing basis. The next one is Saturday, May 31, from 10 am - 1pm. In this workshop, participants will:
- Locate acupressure points and learn how to apply the necessary pressure to these points
- Learn pressure points associated with many common ailments
- Learn a general maintenance regimen of pressure points to balance the body and overcome stress and pain
Registration required. For more information, call 973-686-9100 or email info@aquariansun.net. |
 2nd Annual Highlands GreenFest on May 16 You know it's REALLY a GreenFest when carpoolers and hybrid car-owners are rewarded with preferential parking. If you want an opportunity to experience green living in New Jersey--one that's fun for the whole family--head on over to beautiful Bubbling Springs Park in West Milford for the 2nd Annual Highlands GreenFest on May 16, from 10 am - 5pm.
The park will be divided up into three major sections for GreenFest representing the festival theme of "Live, Protect and Enjoy." Events and entertainment for the day include live local music, interactive demonstrations, and presentations, as well as a raffle for goods and services. Organic, local and vegan food options will be available, as well as educational information about the local food movement. Local green goods and services will be available for purchase throughout the day. Be sure to visit the "Kids Zone," where young people will play sustainability games; and to walk the "Sustainability Labyrinth."
 The organizer of the festival is "Sustainable West Milford," a local non-profit organization that seeks to empower New Jersey residents to transform the region into an economically vibrant, environmentally-friendly, and sustainable community through personal participation and leadership. More info at their website: www.sustainablewestmilford.org
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On a Restricted Diet? Shopping Guide Can Save You Time and Energy
One company wants to make the shopping experience easier for those on gluten-free, casein-free, or soy-free diets.
Mara and Dainis Matison established Cecelia's Marketplace in 2006, soon after Mara was diagnosed with Celiac Disease. The couple struggled with Mara's huge lifestyle change, which included adhering to a strict gluten-free diet. Shopping trips to the grocery store were very frustrating. Spending time calling food manufacturers to find out  if products were gluten-free seemed like a daily routine. The Matisons knew there had to be an easier way, so they decided to compile a gluten-free grocery shopping guide. This was the beginning of Cecelia's Marketplace. (The name, Cecelia's Marketplace, is derived from the word "celiac" as in Celiac Disease.)
"Our research process involves contacting hundreds of food manufacturers nationwide to obtain gluten-free food lists," says Dainis Matison. "We research individual food products, read individual ingredient labels, and find new gluten-free foods that are available and being manufactured. All products listed in our guides are updated and re-researched every year when the new guide is updated." The latest edition will be published this summer. For more info or to buy the latest edition, visit www.ceceliasmarketplace.com
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Mind/Body Fertility Retreat This Sunday
The Rocking Chair, a Women's Wellness Center in Englewood, is holding a special one-day retreat for women trying to get pregnant or already engaged in fertility treatments. The May 3 retreat is designed to nurture a woman's emotional, physical and spiritual well-being.
Experts will guide participants in the following areas: Relaxation techniques, naturopathic tips to enhance fertility, "yoga for fertility," couples communication strategies, and group support.
Date: Sunday May 3, 2009 Location: The Rocking Chair, 60 Grand Avenue, Englewood, NJ Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Cost: $200 (healthy spa lunch* included) Pre-registration is required and space is limited * Kosher available- please inquire For more information or to register, contact info@therockingchair.org or 201-308-5325, ext. 0. |
Free Reiki Share at The Aquarian Sun
Every 4th Thursday. Enjoy the experience of healing touch of Reiki either by giving or receiving. Open to the public. FREE. The Aquarian Sun, 63 Beaverbrook Rd., Suite 305, Lincoln Park, NJ. 973-686-9100. www.aquariansun.com Guided Meditation every Tuesday evening
Enjoy a relaxing evening of guided meditation and contemplation every Tuesday evening from 7-8 pm. Open to the public. $10. The Aquarian Sun, 63 Beaverbrook Rd., Suite 305, Lincoln Park, NJ. 973-686-9100. www.aquariansun.com
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WHO WE ARE
Mindful Living NJ strives to educate and empower individuals to take charge of their health. We help individuals connect with holistic health and wellness practitioners through consultations, educational presentations, and events. We also help holistic health and wellness professionals gain access to the community through marketing and public relations support. Find out more by contacting Jen Maidenberg at jen@mindfullivingnj.com |
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This is not medical advice, nor is Mindful Living NJ a licensed physician providing medical treatment. If medical treatment or advice is necessary, please contact a qualified medical practitioner. As part of our service, if you desire, we can put you in contact with a qualified medical practitioner. All information provided is for general purposes only. | |
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