Friday, February 8th, 2008
Emotional Freedom Technique
by Lora Solomon, MSN Family Nurse Practitioner
We are all beings of energy. Virtually every culture acknowledges the life-force or bio-vitality that keeps living things healthy. In order for our bodies to heal and be well, that energy must be flowing freely. If it does not, a state of dis-ease may occur. One of [...]
Friday, February 8th, 2008
by Dennis Main Sensei
Aikido, a martial art originating in Japan during the early 20th century, has ideals that are not just meant for the feudal battlefield but are also appropriate for everyday life. While Aikido adheres to the language and techniques of physical confrontation, the lessons are intended to help students recognize and blend with [...]
Friday, January 25th, 2008
When local blues vocalist Robin Rogers was diagnosed in 2001 with Hepatitis C, she feared her life was over. Rogers, who lives in Dallas, NC, sought the standard medical treatment regimen for the blood-borne, chronic disease that is potentially fatal. She soon discovered her treatment was as toxic as chemotherapy.
Sunday, December 9th, 2007
By Lisa Moore
“I’ve been homeless, I’ve been wet, I’ve been cold, I’ve been hungry, I’ve been a single mom,” said Joy McGuire. “Groceries were a luxury to me, much less Christmas.”
McGuire overcame her past and eight years ago was called to start With Love From Jesus, an organization dedicated to ministering to the needy, afflicted [...]
Friday, October 26th, 2007
By Lisa Moore
Punches, kicks, chokes, bearhugs, headlocks. Sounds like the makings for the latest blockbuster action adventure, right? These are actually some of the techniques you’ll use in a Krav Maga class – a hot self-defense trend sweeping Hollywood and the US. Jennifer Lopez and Angelina Jolie have used it in their movies and law [...]
Friday, October 26th, 2007
By Lisa Moore
There is a group of people in Charlotte perfectly content to live life in the slow lane. By reawakening and training their senses, Slow Food Charlotte helps people rediscover the joys of eating and acknowledge the importance of caring where their food comes from, who makes it, how it’s made and how food [...]
Friday, October 26th, 2007
Building Bridges Through Unique Musical Collaboration
By Lisa Moore
What do you get when you cross a traditional Southern swing band with an African-American Pentecostal praise band? You’ll witness great musicians shatter the barriers of race, religion and musical training during a jazz session of unity, joy and devotion. This swing-shout collaboration is just one of the [...]
Monday, October 1st, 2007
By Lisa Moore
Natural Awakenings: What makes Pippin Home Designs Unique?
Jennifer Pippin: Pippin Home Designs, Inc. is a residential design firm specializing in creating homes that truly fit the environment and the client like a glove. We intuitively take advantage of the views from the home, incorporate the sun’s path across the property and listen to [...]
Monday, October 1st, 2007
By Lisa Moore
Harrington Construction has taken the initiative to be a leader in sustainable/green/energy efficient construction. Owner Bill Harrington believes his company can build a better, healthier, safer and more efficient product - not only for the customer, but for the environment.
Natural Awakenings: What inspired you to become a green builder and what is your [...]
Monday, October 1st, 2007
By Lisa Moore
As a senior environmental attorney with the Charlotte law firm of Moore & Van Allen, Tom Mullikin leads the firm’s Government, Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Team. His practice focuses on corporate compliance, regulatory relations and legislative representation.
Mullikin led a team of researchers and environmental experts on an expedition to Antarctica in late 2005 [...]