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6 newsbriefs 8 healthbriefs 10 globalbriefs


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13 fitbody 14 greenliving 15 ecotip 19 healingways 20 consciouseating 22 naturalpet 24 wisewords 25 inspiration 26 calendar 29 classifieds 29 resourceguide


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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.


13 BREATHE EASIER Try These Tips for Better Workouts


14 HOMEMADE AND HEARTFELT


Do-It-Yourself Stocking Stuffers by Meredith Montgomery


16 IT’S ALL ABOUT WE Conscious Evolution:


Why We’re Better Together by Linda Sechrist


20 HEALTHY HOLIDAY BAKING


A Cornucopia of Delicious Treats 22 CRITTER COMPANIONS


Alternative Adoptions Fit for Families by Sandra Murphy


24 HOW UNCONDITIONAL LOVE HARMONIZES OUR WORLD Marci Shimoff Explores its


Transformative Power by Judith Fertig


25 THE LUMINOUS WEB Why We Are One by Barbara Brown Taylor


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