Dec 30, 2022
As we head into one of our coldest, cloudiest months, it’s very tempting to stay inside as much as possible, curled up with a good book, a movie or a nap.
Nov 30, 2022
May you find opportunities to celebrate and take inspiration in the little pleasures of the season, find moments of blissful inner stillness, and be surrounded by love and kindness.
Oct 31, 2022
While we’re in that in-between season before the holiday effect starts in earnest, it’s an ideal time to take some reflective time and feel quiet gratitude for all of the gifts and experiences we’ve been given this year.
Sep 30, 2022
Signs of fall are all around. Trees are getting just a hint of leaf color, monarchs are migrating through the Midwest to their southern winter residences and the afternoon light is a bit more muted than it was a month ago.
Aug 31, 2022
That late summer feeling is here in gardens and natural landscapes throughout the region.
Jul 29, 2022
My window is open, and I’m listening to the sounds of a warm, midsummer day.
Jun 30, 2022
Happy Summer, Chicago!
May 31, 2022
It’s June, a month of seemingly endless possibilities, with the long days of summer stretching out before us like an untraveled path.
Apr 29, 2022
Before summer gets here, I encourage you to take in all the wonders that May has to offer.
Mar 31, 2022
Vernal equinox has arrived and the sun now energizes the Northern Hemisphere into a new growing season.
Feb 28, 2022
It’s time to celebrate the new season! And while March in Chicago can be a time of wild swings in the daily weather forecast, the signs of spring are all around us.
Jan 31, 2022
We’re easing into February, and although it’s still winter in the Midwest, this is a good time to throw off our hibernation blankets and enjoy this transitional month of weather extremes.
Dec 30, 2021
From all of us here at Natural Awakenings Chicago, we wish you a happy, healthy, safe and peaceful New Year!
Nov 30, 2021 ● By Kyle Hass
On behalf of everyone at Natural Awakenings Chicago, I wish you a peaceful December season filled with laughter, warmth, hope, love, gratitude and all things that bring you joy.
Oct 29, 2021
In this month of Thanksgiving and year-end preparations, we offer you articles in Natural Awakenings to help enhance our mental and physical wellness, turn our focus to gratefulness and uplift our spirits as we head into the holidays.