Natural Awakenings Phoenix ~ September 2024 Welcome to our September 2024 Issue Mushrooms Tracy Patterson's September 2024 Letter from the Publisher Read More » Breathing, Cortisol and Health A Critical Connection If you are wondering if you may be affected by sleep disordered breathing, the good news is that it is relatively easy to tell based on simple observation and symptoms. Read More » Discover Wellness at Phoenix’s Embracing Your Journey Expo The Embracing Your Journey Expo, a popular recurring event in Phoenix’s holistic, wellness and metaphysical community, will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the New Vision Center for Spiritual Living. Read More » Emotional Processing: It’s Not What You Think To process any emotion, one first has to become aware of and acknowledge the emotion’s existence. Acceptance of that feeling comes next, rather than denial or suppression. Only after acceptance of the emotion occurs can the processing of that emotion begin. Read More » Emotional Wellness Exploring Holistic Paths to Inner Peace Thought Field Therapy, Chinese medicine and homeopathy offer unique benefits for addressing and managing emotional distress. Read More » Holding on to Emotions Can Lead to Ill Health Allowing yourself to let out your emotions is a good way to release tension. It will allow you to get over whatever it is you are feeling faster. When you keep holding onto those emotions, it becomes more difficult to let them go. Read More » Vegan Pot Pie With Sage, Lentils and Mushrooms A savory pie with a sage pastry crust and lentil mushroom filling. Read More » Stopping the Trauma Cycle: Mind-Body Healing Strategies Trauma can strike anyone at any time. Loss, heartbreak, abuse, violence, displacement, accidents, disasters, health problems—the list of possible traumas is endless. Read More » Aimie Apigian on Releasing Stored Trauma Aimie Apigian is a double board-certified physician in preventative and addiction medicine with master’s degrees in biochemistry and public health. Read More » Marvelous Mushrooms: Celebrating a Culinary Powerhouse September is National Mushroom Month, and with it comes bountiful inspiration to plate up some earthy goodness. Read More » Creamy Polenta With Wild Mushrooms This side dish pairs creamy polenta with sautéed wild mushrooms in a porcini-infused sauce, creating a rich and earthy combination that elevates the humble polenta. Read More » Stir-Fried Oyster Mushrooms With Chicken A quick and flavorful stir-fry that combines tender oyster mushrooms with chicken, green onions, and aromatic ginger and garlic, served with a savory sauce for a satisfying meal. Read More » Mushroom Bomb Lentil Pasta A rich and flavorful pasta dish made with lentil pasta, a variety of mushrooms, and a truffle or olive oil-based sauce, finished with white wine for a sophisticated touch. Read More » Vegan Pot Pie With Sage, Lentils and Mushrooms A hearty, plant-based pot pie featuring a savory lentil and mushroom filling with a sage-infused pastry crust. It's perfect for a comforting meal that highlights earthy mushroom flavors. Read More » A Pilgrimage to Wholeness One of the most beautiful aspects of youth is envisioning the future with undaunted optimism, but even the most strategic plan for life can go off the rails. Read More » Emerging Sustainability Drivers: From Artificial Intelligence to Citizen Scientists Renewable energy, greenwashing regulation, artificial intelligence applications and biodiversity programs are all being championed by stakeholders for the greater good of our planet. Read More » Health Benefits of Yoga: Resolving Trauma and Other Mind-Body Challenges Yoga, an ancient practice, offers powerful mind-body healing by reducing stress, improving mental health, and aiding in trauma recovery. Read More » Natural Solutions for Alopecia: In Search of a Full Head of Hair For many of us, our hair can feel like an outward expression of our identity, and we may struggle emotionally and socially when it is compromised. Read More » Emotional Healing as a Family: How Parents Can Model Mental Health Skills Kids need emotional regulation skills, including the ability to identify emotions, self-soothe, obtain perspective, walk in another’s shoes, think flexibly and solve problems Read More » Healing Power of Therapy Dogs: Benefits for Post-Traumatic Stress Sufferers Pet therapy, also known as animal-assisted therapy (AAT), has long been recognized for its therapeutic benefits across a range of mental health conditions. Read More » Standardizing Acupuncture for Erectile Dysfunction Experts have identified the optimal acupuncture points and treatment regimen for erectile dysfunction, aiming to standardize this alternative therapy for broader clinical use. Read More » Microbiome and Addictive Eating Low levels of beneficial bacteria and high levels of harmful bacteria may influence compulsive eating behavior. Read More » Childhood Diet Linked to Long-Term Cognitive Health A study tracking participants since 1946 found that a high-quality diet rich in vegetables, fruits, and whole grains is strongly linked to better cognitive abilities as we age. Read More » Contrast Water Therapy for Muscles Contrast water therapy (CWT) uses alternating hot and cold baths to reduce muscle soreness and strength loss after exercise. Read More » Camembert and Brie Cheese Risk Extinction The biodiversity decline of fungi used in traditional cheeses like camembert and brie threatens their future, as lab-engineered fungi lose their natural reproductive abilities and resilience. Read More » Climate Change Impacts on Earth’s Rotation Melting polar ice caps are delaying the need to delete a second from our clocks due to Earth's changing rotation speed, pushing the deadline to 2028 or 2029. Read More » Siberian Explosions Explained Mysterious craters in Siberia are likely caused by gas explosions due to warming Arctic temperatures weakening the frozen soil, a phenomenon linked to geological faults under ancient lakes. Read More » Unconventional Superconductor Found in Nature Scientists have identified miassite as the first unconventional superconductor found in nature, capable of conducting electricity without resistance at higher temperatures. Read More » Rare Frog-Faced Turtle Found in India Scientists discovered a breeding population of the critically endangered Asian giant softshell turtle in India's Chandragiri River, offering new hope for conservation efforts. Read More » Benefits and Tips for Planting Native Trees As people become increasingly aware of their environmental footprint, planting native trees stands out as an impactful action. Read More » In-Print
