Monthly Archives: April 2015

Book—Consolations

Midway through Sister Bridget’s story, I began to wonder if there could possibly be a satisfying end to the book, and indeed, that is symptomatic of this nun’s dilemma.

Film—Plastic Paradise

This isn’t only a consumer problem; using expert sources and incontrovertible evidence she makes it clear we need regulations requiring manufacturers to have a disposal plan for the vast amount of plastic they produce.

Book—The Warrior’s Path

This insightful work can serve as a guide for the practicing yogi in rethinking ways of putting time-honored precepts into practice, in yoga and in life.

Book—One Spirit Medicine

One Spirit Medicine offers readers a multi-layered wellness guide for the 21st century in the form of an easy-to-understand synthesis of ancient wisdom and recent research.

Book—Black Smoke

To journey through the Ecuadorian jungle with composer and former Bard College music professor Margaret De Wys is to embark upon a first-rate adventure worthy of Indiana Jones.

Drowning in Plastic

Few issues are more concerning than the growth of plastic marine pollution. Surprisingly little is actually known about it, or its impact. Why?

The Gadarene Swine

The pièce de résistance here is a 12-course tasting menu that is Chef Lee’s culinary playground.

Book—Parenting with Presence

Stiffelman helps parents shine a light on the roots of their own reactionary outbursts, and suggests new ways to communicate so that everyone feels heard, respected and connected.

Coconut Oil Lowers Blood Pressure

While coconut oil and exercise independently lowered blood pressure, only the combination returned blood pressure levels to normal.