Stephen Cope on Finding Your Calling

Specializing in the relationship between Eastern contemplative traditions and Western psychology, Stephen Cope has been a scholar-in-residence for more than three decades. Read More »

Embracing the Winding Road

Meeting life in the moment, wherever we happen to be, can be a challenging but rewarding spiritual discipline. Read More »

Medical Tourism: Navigating the Risks and Rewards

As healthcare costs continue to rise in the United States, patients are grabbing their passports and turning to medical tourism—the act of crossing borders to obtain quality medical care at a lower cost. Read More »

Helping Kids Cope: Guiding Children Through Trauma and Anxiety

Children today are facing ever-increasing amounts of stress and anxiety. In addition to academic pressure, bullying and family dynamics, kids are worried about navigating social media, climate change and school shootings. Read More »

Understanding Light Pollution: Environmental Concerns and Achievable Remedies

At Montana’s Medicine Rock State Park, visitors have a rare opportunity to look up at the night sky and see an awe-inspiring display of planets and constellations, as well as the Milky Way. Read More »

Ann Wigmore’s Energy Soup

This soup has several properties that facilitate mindful eating and is served at room temperature. Read More »

Greek Orzo and Chickpea Salad

This recipe by Vincci Tsui, a dietician and intuitive eating counselor, in Calgary, Canada, can inspire mindfulness because it requires chopping, dicing and cubing ingredients, which can be methodical and meditative activities. Read More »

Hearty Quinoa Salad

A hearty and mindful dish packed with fresh chopped vegetables. Read More »

Savoring the Present Moment: How to Add Mindfulness to Mealtime

Mindful eating—the practice of slowing down, appreciating the present moment and becoming consciously aware of the ingredients, flavors, aromas and textures that we consume—can be a worthwhile meditative endeavor. Read More »

Traveling With Purpose: Nine Destinations for Spiritual Enlightenment

For a trip that fosters mind-body-spirit self-care with a generous portion of adventure, check out these sacred sites. Read More »

Making the Most of a Spiritual Vacation

Phil Cousineau, author of The Art of Pilgrimage: The Seeker’s Guide to Making Travel Sacred, specializes in creating meaningful travel experiences and leading tours to sacred sites. Read More »

Hummingbird Fest at Plum Creek Nature Center

The free annual Hummingbird Fest from 1 to 5 p.m., August 19, at the Forest Preserve District of Will County Plum Creek Nature Center. Read More »

Illinois Raptor Center and Ameren to Provide Education

The IRC provides an invaluable service to the community, not only by retrieving and rehabbing injured birds, but also by providing education about wildlife and the environment. Read More »

Health Expo Bigger Than Ever in 2023

Sponsored Content Learn from expert speaker presentations and browse the exhibit hall to experience hands-on demonstrations, try new foods and drinks, sample products and learn from industry-leading companies. Read More »

Natural Awakenings Chicago ~ August 2023

Enjoy articles from our August 2023 Issue Read More »