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The Legacy of Bruno Groening Lives On

Sep 24, 2017

The Bruno Groening Circle of Friends is one of the largest associations for healing on the spiritual path worldwide. Five lectures will be held in October throughout Chicago.

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World Peace Through Inner Peace

Sep 24, 2017

If we are to find world peace in a world where violence and hate exists, we must find inner peace.

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Being Beauty: What Makes Us Glow

Aug 31, 2017 ● By Glennon Doyle Melton

Contrary to what we’re led to believe, the quickest way to be beautiful is to fill ourselves up with the beauty of all we love.

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Aging with Passion and Purpose: Finding Fulfillment, Creativity and Meaning

Aug 31, 2017 ● By Deborah Shouse

As our bodies grow older, we can engage with life in ways that build belonging, generate enthusiasm and spark rewarding self-discovery that also blesses the world.

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Know Your True Self Class Enrolling Now

Aug 27, 2017

Solful Gifts, in Wheeling, is hosting a popular six-month Know Your True Self class that begins from 7 to 9:30 p.m., September 21st.

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Create a Love Nest: Set Out a Welcome Mat for a Soulmate

Jul 31, 2017 ● By Arielle Ford

Clearing out your home physically and psychically opens up space for the love of your life to walk in the door.

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White Tara Retreat for Spiritual Renewal

Jul 26, 2017 ● By Carrie Jackson

As an intuitive healer, Tara White has worked with people to foster personal renewal and spiritual connections through yoga, bodywork, acupuncture, herbal treatments and reiki.

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An Awesome Antidote to Polarization

Jun 30, 2017 ● By Kirk J. Schneider

In these black-versus-white days of civic discord, awe opens us up to fresh views and the value of respectful, harmonious living.

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Inner Source Retreat in Michigan

Jun 23, 2017

Participants will tap into their inner wisdom, enhance mindfulness skills and learn tools to overcome limiting beliefs while immersed in nature.

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On Fatherhood: The Lifelong Lessons of Being a Dad

May 31, 2017 ● By Ben Greenman

Guiding a child into adulthood involves unending learning, a deep faith in trial and error, and the willingness to be changed in unexpected ways.

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Spiritual Leader Amma is Coming to Chicago

May 24, 2017

Mata Amritanandamayi, one of India’s foremost spiritual leaders and an inspiring humanitarian known globally as Amma (mother) for her selfless love and compassion toward all beings, will be visiting the Chicagoland area from June 20 to 22.

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Discover the Art of Feminine Presence

May 24, 2017

Sarah Karnes, a life coach and facilitator with The Way of the Heart, shares practical tools to strengthen women’s confidence, voice and personal power.

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When We Set Out: Let Spirit Steer Us

Apr 28, 2017 ● By Mark Nepo

Our soul is like a sail, filled by the wind of Spirit; our job is to harness our will to let Spirit take the rudder.

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Wise Words with Carl Greer

Apr 25, 2017

Carl Greer, a former businessman, has an extensive background in helping others help themselves. He holds a doctorate in clinical psychology, recognizes the interconnectedness of all creatures and feels compelled to serve others.

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Putting Business and Spiritual Life in Perspective

Apr 25, 2017 ● By Carrie Jackson

Gina Sannasardo, M.Ed., CPC, ELI-MP, is a Christian life coach who works with female business owners to find success and fulfillment professionally, personally and spiritually.

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The Heart of the Wild Reveals Our Spiritual Life: Excerpts from “America’s National Parks” from The Hour of Land

Mar 31, 2017 ● By Terry Tempest Williams

A child, accidentally marooned in a cave, feels her fear morph into wonder—a lesson that nourishes her for life.

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Reframing Your Life Story: Create Your Own Hero’s Journey

Feb 28, 2017 ● By Kim Schneiderman

By viewing yourself as a character on a heroic path of self-discovery, you can regard yourself from a new perspective and make wiser, kinder decisions.

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Sacred Passage: Conscious Dying as a Transformative Healing Journey

Jan 31, 2017 ● By Linda Sechrist

By being deeply attentive, we can turn the dying process of ourselves and others into a profoundly moving, loving and more peaceful experience.

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Kissed By Kindness

Jan 31, 2017 ● By Emily Esfahani Smith

Sure, hormones help, but it turns out that what most keeps love romantic and alive is simply being kind to our beloved.

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Sky High: A Simple Gaze Invokes the Infinite

Dec 28, 2016 ● By Sandy C. Newbigging

By relaxing gently into unfocused vision, we enter into a state of spacious calm that invites us into stillness to serenely observe passing thoughts.

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Juy 2026 Issue - Good Vibes, Great Outdoors

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Natural Awakenings Chicago July 2026 magazine cover featuring fresh strawberries with the headline “Good Vibes, Great Outdoors” and stories on outdoor wellness, pickleball fitness, vibrant summer salads, sustainable backyard water features and exploring Indiana Dunes.
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