IN THIS ISSUE - December 2025
IN THIS ISSUE, December 2025, our feature story is Cultivating Joy: How Movement, Gratitude and Connection Transform Our Lives. Other topics include Balancing Energy with Traditional Chinese Medicine and Medical Qigong, Cross Training for Holistic Health, The Magic of Gourmet Salts with recipes for… Pomegranate Pickled Fish, Hearty Vegetable Frittata and more. Our Natural Pet article explores Boosting Canine Health: Holistic Immune-System Strategies plus learn about December’s Duality and Eco-Smart E-Waste. In addition to these preceding linked articles, you’ll also find the following Online Exclusive articles, plus Local News, Local Articles, Health Briefs, Global Briefs, and much more. Enjoy!
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES:
Katie Kritikos on Secrets to a Joyful and Authentic Life
Lawyer and blogger Katie Kritikos shares how authenticity, rituals and embracing imperfection help her cultivate joy amid motherhood, advocacy and life transitions. Read More »
The Joy of Local Holiday Shopping: Making the Most of the Human Touch
Local holiday shopping fosters joy, reduces emissions and keeps more money in hometown economies through meaningful, sensory-rich community connections. Read More »
The Heart Work of Kin-Keeping: Transforming Family Responsibilities Into a Shared Experience
Often unseen, kin-keeping—managing family traditions and ties—is essential yet unevenly shared work that can be reimagined through openness and collaboration. Read More »
Unwrapping the Past: Helping Kids Connect With Their Family Heritage
Holiday storytelling, recipes and crafts help kids build identity and resilience by connecting playfully and meaningfully with evolving family traditions. Read More »
Featured LOCAL Articles
From the DECEMBER 2025 PRINT Edition
Letter from Publisher - December 2025
As you move through this holiday season, may you find moments that make you smile—and moments when your smile becomes the very doorway to your deeper-seated joy. Read More »
Balancing Energy with Traditional Chinese Medicine and Medical Qigong
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and medical qigong offer time-tested practices that many practitioners say can help restore harmony in the body, mind and spirit. Read More »
Renewal, Wreaths, and Remembrance at Hartzell House
Honor loved ones and embrace the season at Hartzell House’s Wreath & Remembrance Workshop, blending creativity, connection, and a comforting Italian dinner. Read More »
New Season of Wellness at 5th Element
Discover a new season of wellness at 5th Element Energy Spa, featuring energy-based therapies, community events, and healing art to restore balance and vitality. Read More »
Celebrate Life’s Moments at Happie Soul Wellness
Happie Soul Wellness, in Mechanicsburg, now offers private spa parties with massage, facials, and energy treatments—perfect for birthdays, showers, or relaxing with friends. Read More »
Discover Unique Wellness Gifts for the Holidays
Find the perfect wellness gifts at Zen & Now, in Harrisburg, featuring herbal remedies, self-care items, and holistic services to nurture body and spirit this holiday season. Read More »
New Book Offers Science-Based Tools to Reset Nervous System and Reclaim Health
Dr. Leia Anderson’s new book, "The Vagus Nerve Solution for Holistic Wellness", offers science-based tools to calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and restore overall health. Read More »
Extending Green Impact Beyond Pennsylvania
Organic Remedies has partnered with Sentinel Earth to expand its sustainability efforts globally, supporting clean water and rainforest protection while maintaining carbon neutrality. Read More »
Celebrating a Year of Progress at Myo Minded
Myo Minded celebrates its first year helping patients breathe easier, sleep better and live pain-free. Now offering accessible virtual therapy for all ages in central Pennsylvania. Read More »
Learn Beekeeping and Hive Management
Join the Horn Farm Center’s Beekeeper Training Program in York, starting January 21, 2026, for year-long instruction in sustainable hive management and hands-on beekeeping experience. Read More »
Carlisle Bowen Works Welcomes Karen Gustafson
Carlisle Bowen Works in Mechanicsburg welcomes Karen Gustafson, offering new therapies like stretch, fascia decompression, and lymphatic drainage for pain relief and wellness. Read More »
