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10 greenliving 12 consciouseating 14 healthykids 15 ecotip 20 wisewords 22 inspiration 24 naturalpet 26 calendar 29 naturaldirectory


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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.


9 12 HAPPY HOLIDAY TIPS


How to Really Enjoy the Season by Dianne Bischoff James


10 GO ECO LIKE GRANDMA Honor Her Wisdom in New Ways by Avery Mack


12 THE GIFTS OF CITRUS Colorful Good Health in Holiday Dishes by Judith Fertig


14 AWAKE PARENTING Raising Connected, Confident Kids by Judith Fertig


16 PEACE ON EARTH Conflict Resolutions that Work to Bridge Divides by Linda Sechrist


20 LYNNE MCTAGGART ON THE POWER OF


GROUP INTENTION by April Thompson


22 INSPIRED LIVING Five Ways to Make


the New Year Sparkle by Kelly Martinsen


23 HEAL THE HOLIDAY BLUES WITH


JOY AND GRATITUDE by Stacey Lemire Martin


24 PETS  MUSIC


Each Species Grooves to Its Own Beat by Sandra Murphy


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