Natural Awakenings Sarasota/Manatee

09/24/2026

🦴 In this month's issue, Dr. Eric Winder (GentleBay Sarasota Chiropractic) explores the connection between scoliosis, fascia restrictions and pain, sharing his clinical perspective on how releasing restrictions in connective tissue may support improved movement and comfort. 🌿 Read the full article right here to learn about approaches for both children and adults, including fascia release therapy, gentle stretching and targeted exercises, along with a patient example that highlights the potential for significant pain relief. ✨

Fascia release therapy offers a gentle, nonsurgical approach to managing scoliosis by addressing connective-tissue restrictions that may contribute to spinal curvature, pain, muscle spasms and limited mobility in both children and adults.

09/23/2026

09/22/2026

🌿 In this month's issue, Dr. Christina Captain, DAOM, Dipl. Ac., L.Ac., explores how acupuncture may help the body shift from chronic stress and “fight-or-flight” toward a state of rest, recovery and resilience. 🧘️ Discover why this whole-body approach is gaining renewed attention for supporting nervous system regulation, sleep, digestion, recovery and the body’s response to pain. ✨ It's a timely match for September Inner Balance theme. 👍

Acupuncture and other somatic therapies can support nervous system regulation, resilience and whole-body wellness by helping the body shift from chronic stress into a state of restoration, recovery and balance.

09/21/2026

💇️ Jutta Barnes, owner of Helix Hair Designer, is offering an all-natural salon treatment designed to smooth, shine and refresh hair without formaldehyde, fumes or harmful chemicals. ✨ Suitable for all hair types and textures, the treatment provides frizz-free results that can last around four to six months, making it an intriguing option for over-processed or hard-to-manage hair. 🌿 We've got all the details for you right here! 💫

European Helix Hair Designer in Port Charlotte offers a new all-natural, formaldehyde-free smoothing treatment that restores shine, reduces frizz and delivers long-lasting results for all hair types and textures.

09/20/2026

🐶 Could a pet’s gut health play a role in anxious or reactive behavior? This month’s Natural Pet department explores emerging research on the gut-brain connection is giving veterinarians and pet caregivers new reasons to look beyond training and behavior alone. 🐱 Learn how diet, the gut microbiome and whole-animal care may help support calmer, healthier dogs and cats. 🐾

Emerging veterinary research links the gut-brain axis to anxiety in dogs and cats, suggesting diet, probiotics and whole-animal care may support calmer behavior.

09/18/2026

🍂 September 22nd at exactly 7 p.m. marks the autumn equinox, a seasonal turning point that has been honored across cultures as a time of transition, reflection and renewed intention. ✨ Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light invites the community to commemorate this celestial moment with an experience exploring the unique energies of the new season, available both online and in person. 🌙 Find out more right here. 💫

Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light will commemorate the September 22 autumn equinox with an online and in-person gathering exploring seasonal energies, ancient wisdom and the power of intention to support personal and collective transformation.

09/17/2026

🔊 Alissa Haggstrom, founder of Sound Medicine, is taking sound healing beyond the traditional sound bath with Star Harmony Sound Medicine Ceremonies, intentionally composed around the unique “Energetic Weather” of each session. ✨ Keep reading to explore how her approach considers seasons, stress, emotions and environment while bringing all five senses into an immersive sound medicine experience. 💫

Aquarian Sound Medicine creates personalized Star Harmony Sound Medicine Ceremonies tailored to each session’s unique energetic conditions, offering immersive sound-healing experiences designed to support relaxation, regulation and personal wellness.

09/16/2026

🧘 Yoga isn’t just about flexibility or mastering complicated poses—it can be a practical way to support strength, stability, balance and freedom of movement in everyday life. Check out this month’s Fit Body department article for gentle poses that ease stiffness and simple movements that support posture and mobility. 🌿 Functional yoga can meet the body where it is at any age or fitness level.

Functional yoga uses simple poses, balance and breathwork to improve mobility, posture and stability, helping support comfortable movement in everyday life.

09/15/2026

🍹 Flobucha combines traditional brewing methods with organic ingredients to create premium raw kombucha with naturally occurring probiotics, antioxidants and polyphenols. 🌿 Discover the limited-quantity seasonal flavors, including Watermelon Lime Mint, Triple Rose, GTL Heat, Cherry Lemon Ginger and Blue Spirit, plus free tastings every Thursday in September from 4-6 p.m. ✨

Flobucha combines traditional brewing methods, organic ingredients and a controlled fermentation process to create premium raw kombucha with naturally occurring probiotics, delicious seasonal flavors and a welcoming taproom experience.