Monthly Archives: October 2007

Google going green(-ish)

Is it noblesse oblige or something more that is driving Google to a leading role toward a greener tomorrow? I’d love to see Google’s name on this list – there’s some impressive names already there. Like Shaklee, climate neutral since … Continue reading

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Self-esteem meets group work

Introduction Nancy Silberman Zwiebach has a private psychotherapy practice where she meets with adolescents and adults doing individual, couples’, family, and group therapy. Her practice also includes Parenting and Life Coaching. Originally a nurse working with emotionally disturbed children, she … Continue reading

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Got Daioni?

Daioni, meaning ‘goodness’ in Welsh, it is what you call an organic, shelf-stable, award-winning, naturally flavored milk beverage produced by Trioni Ltd., an organic dairy based in West Wales. It was established in April 2002 by three organic farmers. The … Continue reading

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Talking plants with Ketzel Levine

It’s the first frost here for Health Patio. Not a hard frost, just a “regular” one. “The world is changed. I feel it in the water. I feel it in the earth. I smell it in the air.” The artist … Continue reading

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Going to work and being healthy? No way.

Yes, way! The basis is N.E.A.T. (TM) or, non-exercise activity thermogenesis. “NEAT is the energy expenditure of all physical activities other than volitional sporting-like exercise. NEAT includes all those activities that render us vibrant, unique, and independent beings.” The office … Continue reading

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The deep ecology of trees

Around 1900 there were 11 ancient oaks left; now only 6 of them remain, but they belong to the oldest of Germany. Book review: Remarkable Trees of the World by Thomas Pakenham. ISBN 0393049116 Each tree is an individual being, … Continue reading

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A question of balance

I attended a brunch with a free lecture afterwards, and the topic was stress. (Babysitting was provided, whew!) Stress was presented as a common condition and, perhaps for some, a way of life. However, it wasn’t presented as normal or … Continue reading

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What's your super power?

Hey, you’re not superman (unless you are?) But whatever you are, there’s a super power you know you have, if you could just tap into that side of yourself. Go ahead and tell us, your secret is safe on Health … Continue reading

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Allopathic Medicine is Great – When You Have to Call 911

I had a run to the ER this week for forehead stitches for my little boy. I don’t know why I keep the edges of my doors so sharp but… speed was also a factor in the incident…(both the boy … Continue reading

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Green Clothing Needs Green Cleaning

After surfing around the net today, I came across this interesting store in New York City by the name of Scoop. What I really thought was interesting is that the New York Post did a spot where they were also … Continue reading

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