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December 2011 Articles

Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes
Practical Steps to Making Life Changes Happen

by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal
[read article]

Outside The Box: Is It True for You?
by Melanie Brown
[read article]

Personal Empowerment and Healing
The Holotropic Breathwork Experience

by James D. Eyerman, M.D.
[read
article]

The Spark of Change: Getting Organized
by Denise Lee, CPO
[read
article]

The Gift is ForGiving

by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read
article]

ADHD in Adults & Children:  A Natural Solution
Brain Core Therapy

[read
article]

Making Changes in Education
by Anita Chastain
[read
article]

Ask the Herb Lady
Cathy Burkemper, CNHP and Certified Herbalist
[read
article]

Thermography: A Hot Topic
by Medical Thermography of Metro St. Louis
[read
article]

Courage & Commitment
by Jason Sibert
[read
article]

Christmas, Catholics and Coca Cola
In Celebration of the 101st Birthday of My Father
by Harvey Blumenthal
[read
article]

Strategies & Tips for Success
by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read
article]

Science Byte
Captivating Crystals: How Snowflakes Form

by Jacob Tedrow
[read
article]

Fran's List:  Tool of Change
by Fran Taylor
[read
article]

November 2011 Articles

Notable Locals Give Thanks
by Jason Sibert
Read article

Applying to Private Schools: The process begins NOW!
Read article

Opening the Door of Gratitude
by Phylis Clay Sparks
Read article

Natural Solution for ADHD
by Drs. Jason & Jen Rhodes
Read article


Laughter is the Best Medicine
by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal
Read article

Random Acts of Kindness
Many thanks for our readers for sharing their stories with us.
Read Stories

Science Byte: Does Tryptophan in Turkey Really Tire?
by Jacob Tedrow
Read article


What is Montessori?
by Anita Chastain
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Strategies & Tips for Success
by Phylis Clay Sparks
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October 2011


Rising Above the Scary Things

by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read story]

Finding Balance Inside and Out
by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal
[read story]

Outside The Box
[read story]

The Haunting…
[read story]

Silver(man) Anniversary
Rob & Michael Silverman Celebrate 25 Years of Musical Mastery Together
by Marian Rein
[read story]

October Strategies & Tips for Success
by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read story]

The Academy of Science
Brings Science Home

by Jason Sibert
[read story

Random Acts of Kindness
Many thanks to our readers
for sharing their stories with us.
[read stories]

Is Stress STILL Making You Fat?
by Drs. Jason and Jen Rhodes
[read story]


September 2011


Experience Awe!
by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read story]

What do You Do?
The answer may surprise you!
by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal
[read story]

September Strategies & Tips
for Success
by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read article]

Girls in the Know
Getting Daughters and Moms on the Same Page
by Jason Sibert
[read story]

Appreciation Rocks!
by Fran Taylor
[read story]


August 2011

Despite the Earthquakes,
Nothing Shakes Japanese Grace

by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal
[read article]

Strategies and Tips for Success - August 2011
by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read article]

Tips to Organize Your Students
by Denise B. Lee, professional organizer
[read article]

New Solutions for ADHD
by Drs. Jason and Jen Rhodes
[read article]

The Gift of Kindness
by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read story]

Be the Change You Want To See
Anthropedia Foundation
[read article]

Making a Difference: National Children’s Cancer Society
by Jason Sibert
[read article]

Henry and His Hurdlers
A Nostalgic Look at University City High School Coach Henry Schemmer
by Harvey Blumenthal
[read article]



July 2011

“Buck”—Winner of the  2011 U.S. Documentary
Competition at the Sundance Film Festival, directed by Cindy Meehl
by Marian Rein
[read article]

Beyond the Matrix: Extraordinary Possibilities
by Phylis Clay Sparks
 [read article]

To Go Or Not To Go …
by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal
[read article]

Are You a Fat Burner or a Sugar Burner?
by Drs. Jason and Jen Rhodes
[read article]

Believing in the Power of Potential:
Youth In Need

by Jason Sibert
[read article]

Taking a Bite Out of Hunger: Meal On Wheels
[read article]

Songs of Nature
by Fran Taylor
[read article]

Outside The Box
     Here’s a chance for our readers to recount stories or recognize ideas that raise awareness of synchronicity, clarity, humor, joy—you name it—that are out of the ordinary. Share with us those musings or events that explore the richness of being human that speak to your essence—peace, love and laughter are welcome here!
     •Birds of a Feather
     •The Name Game
[read article]


June 2011

Creating Your Relationships
A seminar by Sarah Yardeni, NYC Kabbalah instructor
[read article]


Tapping the Fountain of Youth!
by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal
[read article]

Weighing Words Wisely
by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read article]

The Death of Dieting
by Drs. Jason and Jen Rhodes, Restore Health Center
 [read article]

Birds of a Feather
Audubon Society Bird-Watching Field Trips
by Jason Sibert

[read article]



May 2011

Algae: Biofuel of the Future?
by Jason Sibert

Water Works Wonders
by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal

A Little Hard-Earned Advice
From Chicken Soup for the Soul: New Moms
by Maria Rodgers O’Rourke

April 2011 Articles

Don’t Worry, Be Happy!
by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read story]

Do You 30-64?
by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal

[read story]


Andrea Young—Organically Grown
by Marian Rein


Acid Showers ‘Sting’ May Flowers

Share the fun of science and Earth Day with your kids
by Alan Simon
[read story]

The Power Within
by Adrianna Larkin
[read story]

Positive Co-Parenting
Divorced parents can work together
by Deborah Reinhardt
[read story]

Appreciating the Beauty Around Us 
by Fran Taylor
[read story]


March 2011

A Simple Breathing Meditation
Don’t let its simplicity fool you—it’s powerful!
by Eric Nepute, D.C.
[read story]

The Season of Second Chances
by Deborah Reinhardt
[read story]

The ABCs of Building Your Mind,
Body and Spirit

by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal
[read story]

Yoga’s Beginning Philosophy
Master Patenjali, the Eight-Fold Path and the Sutras
by Gretchen Karros
[read story]

The Journey of a Thousand Miles
by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read story]


Tennessee Williams and Me
Celebrating the 100th Birthday of Tennessee Williams
by Harvey Blumenthal
[read story]

On The Right Track—Training Your Dog
by Richard Hoyle, Mainstreet Dog Training
[read story]


February 2011

Wired For Love
by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read story]

Self-Inspiration
by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal
[read story]

A Woman In Transition
A client's inspiring case history
at the Center for Women In Transition
[read story]

Phylis Meets Bill
by Phylis Clay Sparks
[read story]

Celebrate Love in All Its Forms
by Deborah Reinhardt, CPC
[read story]

A Doctor's Confession
by Eric Nepute, D.C.
[read story]

Ken Wilber: The Pundit of Transpersonal Psychology
by Gretchen Karros
[read story]

The Time For Giving Is NOW
by Fran Taylor
[read story]


December 2010/January 2011

A Recipe for All Seasons
by Phylis Clay Sparks

by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal

from a Java Journal reader


To help a record number of area families


November 2010

Applying to Private Schools
The process begins NOW!
by Marian Rein


by Phylis Clay Sparks

Giving, Forgiving, Thanksgiving
by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal  

Shedding Light on Weight Loss
Learn how to truly melt body fat and boost your metabolism
by Eric Nepute, D.C.

Circle of Concern’s 2010 Holiday Program
To help a record number of area families

A brief look at author Ken Wilber
An American Philosopher


October 2010

by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal  

Rise Above Mediocrity
by Phylis Clay Sparks

Makeup Artist Finds True Beauty as a Spiritual Documentary Participant
BreakThrough: A Conscious Documentary

Top 10 Foods to Avoid
by Eric Nepute, D.C.





September 2010

I heard it through the grapevine…
The Norton Grape
 
>>>
by Sonia Ahuja

BOOK REVIEW
Ask And It Is Given:
Learning to Manifest Your Desires
reviewed by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal
  >>>

Love Comes Full Circle
Extraordinary Acts of Kindness
by Sonia Ahuja  >>>

Michael Beckwith says, “Change Your Diet”
by Donna Visocky  >>>

No Bones About It!
20th Annual APA of Missouri Canine Carnival 
Sunday, October 3, 2010
  >>>

A touching story in honor of Grandparents’ Day
September 12, 2010  >>>

It’s Human Nature to Nurture
by Phylis Clay Sparks
  >>>

Tired of Being Tired?
Consider the Adrenal Glands
by Eric Nepute, D.C.
  >>>

The Power of Children
The Arches Meet the Galilee Circus
by Jessica Hentoff
  >>>

Disabled Athlete Sports Association
Never Say Can’t
by Lacy Scarmana
  >>>

Grandparents’ Perspectives
by Sherman Lee
  >>>

Maintaining a Happy, Healthy Dog on a Budget
by Richard Hoyle
  >>>

T’ai Chi Ch’uan for Health & Fitness
by Paul MacFarlane and Bill Grivna
  >>>

In Pursuit of…
The Perfect PursE >>>
by Leona Klayman, a Java Journal reader

COCA Introduces New Executive Director  >>>


August 2010


A Conversation with Peter Buffett
Composer, author, philanthropist
and a little Warren 'Piece' >>>
by Marian Rein 

Random Acts of Kindness
Feel good for a week, and then some! >>>
by Katelyn Rudolph and Lacy Scarmana

Feeling Awe Full?
by Phylis Clay Sparks
>>>

I Do Yoga, Do You?
by Peggy Sullivan Rosental
>>>

ROCKwood Interns ROLL at Java Journal
>>>

Twenty-Five Years of People Helping People
by Cheryl Robers Oliver
>>>

What's For Lunch?
Healthy lunches made easy >>>


June/July 2010

Laughter Yoga
by Marian Rein
by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal, MEd

A Happy Father’s Day Reflection
by Sherman Lee

Relaxing with a Cup of Java
by Dirk A. Benham, DC


May 2010


Energy Therapy
by Lucy Moorman

When Push Comes to Shove,
ACTION Makes It Happen
by Phylis Clay Sparks

Clearing Clutter to Create Clarity

by Denise Lee, professional organizer

The Present Moment
It's Happening Now!

by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal


April 2010

The Good Earth
Progress since 1970 — from an ecologist’s perspective
by Steve Halterman

The Spirit Whisperer
An Interview with John Holland
by Linda M. Potter

The Blinding Light of Being Really Bright
by Mary Hall, LPC

Are You Growing Through Challenges?
by Phylis Clay Sparks

The Power of Tapping Part II
by Kathryn Tristan

Making Connections
Physically, Mentally and Emotionally
by Peggy Sullivan Rosental, MEd

Rebuilding Together
Rebuilding St. Louis
by Susan Bell

Energy Care
Caring for the St. Louis Community
by Tom Gardner


March 2010


And Then There Were Five
An interview with don Miguel Ruiz, author of
The Fifth Agreement
by Linda M. Potter


The Power of Tapping:  It’s Not Just a Dance
by Kathryn Tristan

Philanthropic Travel: Travel with a Twist
by Amy Woods Butler

Women and Men Differ in Affairs of the Heart!
by Mary Jo Blackwood, RN, MPH

Hoe Down Time!  Dig It!
by Susan Bell

Exercise: Putting Spring In Your Spring!

by Peggy Sullivan Rosenthal, MEd


February 2010


Juicy Living
by Phylis Clay Sparks

The Fork in the Road
by Kathryn Tristan

"It's About Time" says Gregg Braden
by Linda Potter

Resolve To Get Organized
by Denise Lee, professional organizer

Get Moving! Your body needs it! by Julie Hereford

Mary Ryder Home:
Celebrating 80 Years of Compassionate Care
by Tim Butler


December 2009/January 2010

Anti-Aging and Hormone Replacement Therapy
by Simon Yu, M.D.

Fitness Motivation for the Holidays
by Debbie Whitehead, ACPT

If You Can't Fix It, Feature It
by Phylis Clay Sparks

Living a Six-Sensory Life with Sonia Choquette
by Linda Potter

Risky Business: How to Know When to Take a Risk
by Kathryn Tristan

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