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Happy Passover and Happy Easter from Mindful Living NJ!
Check back next time for photos from the 3rd Annual Mindful Living Holistic Health & Wellness Fair! |
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UMDNJ Offers Education Opportunities in Complementary and Integrative Medicine Did you know that UMDNJ offers a program in Complementary and Integrative Medicine? Now classes are available to the public.
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Local Therapist Gives Back to the Community
Empowered and inspired by the changes she has seen with her own clients, Amy Kruvant wants to share her healing techniques with others.
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A Green Home Is An Allergy-Free ZoneThis year, try taking a proactive approach to combating spring allergies by cleaning up what winter has left behind and by being mindful of what you use to clean your home. >> read more
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Upcoming Events
 Pilates for TeensBeginning April 15
Teen Esteem™ combines Pilates-inspired movement and group dialogue to nurture and empower teen-age girls, says Stephanie Manes, LCSW, an individual and family therapist with a private practice in Millburn, NJ. Manes will co-lead Team Esteem with Alyssa Frey, certified Pilates teacher, Restorative yoga instructor and licensed occupational therapist. The six-week series is designed to improve core strength, balance and flexibility; increase self-awareness; facilitate emotional skill building; and foster a healthy self-image. Baker Street Yoga, Maplewood, NJ. For more info or to register, call 973-762-0392 or email stephanie.manes@gmail.com
Holistic Approaches to Autism and Development Disorders Tues., April 13, 6:30 pm
Dr. Michael Magwood, chiropractor and wellness expert, shares holistic concepts and strategies for approaching autism and development disorders. Free lecture and spinal evaluations for you and your child. Chiropractic Wellness Center of Clifton.
Safe, Effective, Naturopathic Ways to DetoxMon., April 26, 7 - 9 pm
April 26, 7 - 9 pm: With naturopathic doctor Marda Sussman. All year long, our bodies are exposed to chemicals in our food, in our tap water, and in our air. By focusing on how to eliminate harmful toxins from our bodies, and boosting our immune system to cope with inevitable environmental stressors, we prepare ourselves for optimal wellness. FREE lecture, followed by interactive discussion. Learn safe and effective ways of detoxifying your body through food, supplements, and alternative lifestyle approaches. The Rocking Chair, Englewood, NJ. >>click here for more Wellness Symposium with Kula for Karma
Wed., May 12, 8 am - 2 pm
Kula for Karma presents "Wellness Symposium: Transformation Through Physical and Emotional Balance." This all-day event will be filled with workshops, exhibitors, a "vegan living food" breakfast and organic sit down lunch. Speakers include Dr. Lawrence Rosen, integrative pediatrician; Dr. Shari A. Becker, Clinical Psychologist; Dr. Debbie Lubetkin, Clinical Psychologist; Maureen Huntley, certified holistic nutritional counselor; Dr. AnnaLisa Pastore, integrative physician; & Dr. Laurence Grogin, DC. $65/per person. Mindful Living NJ is a proud sponsor. Van Vleck House and Gardens, Montclair, NJ.
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 UMDNJ Now Offers Education Opportunities in Complementary and Integrative Medicine  We're seeing health care transform as the emphasis increasingly shifts towards prevention, health promotion and enhancing wellbeing. One NJ organization that is at the forefront of these developments is the Institute for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (ICAM), based at the School of Health Related Professions at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. For nearly 10 years, ICAM has been a national leader in education and research in "Integrative Medicine," says Karen Malone, Director of Education and an assistant professor at the school.
In an effort to expand their outreach efforts to the community, ICAM recently launched a range of weekend Continuing Education Certificate courses open to the local community, as well as to health professionals. Taught by professors and clinician experts, these courses allow students to explore a diverse range of healing traditions including aromatherapy, ayurveda, herbalism, homeopathy, integrative health coaching and self-care, massage and mind-body medicine, including meditation and yoga.
ICAM also offers a Masters of Science in Health Sciences, specializing in Integrative Health and Wellness. This online course provides individuals who work full-time the chance to study at their own pace. Now in its fourth successful year, says Malone, the course attracts a range of health professionals, including Nurses, MDs, and CAM practitioners.
"ICAM is committed to expanding education opportunities in Complementary and Integrative Medicine both locally and nationally," says Executive Director Dr. Adam Perlman. "As one of the country's leading Integrative Medicine centers, ICAM is dedicated to meeting the educational needs of practitioners and the local community through its new and expanded portfolio of courses in Complementary and Integrative Medicine." For more info, visit: http://shrp.umdnj.edu/programs/ICAM/Education/continuing.html |
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Local Therapist Gives Back to Community with Free Mental Imagery Class
More and more psychotherapists are taking a whole person approach to therapy. Among this group is Montclair-based Amy Kruvant, LCSW, BCIA, who provides psychotherapy aimed at the integration of mind and body. Her repertoire of healing techniques includes mental imagery, a form of mental biofeedback.
"Mental imagery can be therapeutic and instructive," Kruvant says, who particularly notes its success in helping her clients deal with stress and depression, as well as physical illness. "A person came to see me to address her long term asthma," Kruvant recalls. "After one session of mental imagery, she felt a shift in her condition."
Empowered and inspired by the changes she has seen with her own clients, Kruvant wants to share her healing techniques with other clinicians. She is offering a class for clinicians of all fields and the general public called "Using Mental Imagery for Personal and Professional Well-being."
Furthermore, the class is offered at no cost. Kruvant's intention in offering the class for free is to give back to the community. "What I am learning and sharing," says Kruvant, "is a healing system based on having no expectations or attachment to outcomes. Mental imagery is a modality which has been used for more than 4000 years. I believe it can be added to anyone's inventory of healing techniques."
Classes will be held on April 24, May 1, and May 8. Space is limited. Contact Kruvant at 973-744-4300. Kruvant is a graduate of the American Institute of Mental Imagery in NYC. Also trained in EMDR, TFT as well as certified in "Neuro" biofeedback, Kruvant offers individual consultations by appointment. More info at www.amykruvant.com |
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A Green Home Is An Allergy-Free Zone  It's spring, and while many of us jump for joy at the prospect of saying goodbye to winter weather for a while, we also look to clean house, and prepare for what's ahead...allergy season.
This year, try taking a proactive approach to combating spring allergy seasons by cleaning up what winter has left behind and by being mindful of what you use to clean your home. Months of being indoors, combined with environmental allergens, such as mold, pet danger, or dust mites, leads to poor indoor air quality. When you use harsh, chemical cleansers, you're often just contributing to the poor air quality, not improving it.
"Many people see a major improvement in their allergy and asthma symptoms when they move away from toxic brand-name cleansers," says Jen Maidenberg, founder of Mindful Living NJ. "We were raised to associate cleanliness with a synthetic, lemon-fresh scent that frankly, is doing you much more harm than good. Switching back to basic cleaning solutions, ones that use baking soda or white vinegar, will likely improve your health, save the planet, and save you money. It's so simple, even your cleaning lady will be on board."
Jen Maidenberg will be offering a workshop on Mon., April 26 in Maplewood called "Detox Your Home," the second of a three-part series called "Your Holistic Life 101: Simple Strategies to Get Started." >>Learn more |
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