In The April 2026 Issue: Sustainable Together Welcome to the April 2026 issue of Natural Awakenings of Southwest Florida. Flip through the pages of our Digital Magazine or scroll through the articles below. Sustainable Together When I reflect on some of the most meaningful experiences in my life, they almost always involve nature. Whether walking along the beach, hiking a challenging mountain trail, tending to my outdoor plants or simply lying in the grass gazing at the sky, these moments ground me. Read More » Earth Day 2026: Our Power, Our Planet Earth Day 2026 centers on “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlighting local and global events, clean-energy advocacy and community action built around environmental protection. Read More » Refresh Your Skin Care Routine for Spring Switch to lightweight, hydrating skincare this spring, including facials, exfoliation, antioxidants, and SPF, for healthy, glowing skin. Read More » A Systemic Approach for Achieving Optimal Health RB Institute in Fort Myers offers integrated therapies addressing the body as a connected system for holistic, personalized wellness. Read More » Deepen Connection at Love Yoga Center’s Mini-Retreat Explore self-connection, reflection, and mindful movement at Love Yoga Center’s Mini-Retreat with Tama on April 26, 2026, including yoga, journaling, meditation, and group discussion. Read More » Herbaluxe BLOOM Sensory Art Show Celebrates Inclusion Experience creativity and neurodiverse expression at BLOOM, a sensory multimedia art show fostering inclusion and community at Twist Art Gallery, Naples, on April 25, 2026. Read More » A Spring Colon Cleanse for Whole Body Health Support digestive health this spring with colon hydrotherapy, safely removing waste and restoring balance without preparation or laxatives. Read More » Bone-Builder Smoothie With seven ingredients in one glass, this provides more calcium (698 milligrams) than most supplements. Read More » Celebrate Earth Day at Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium Connect with nature April 18, 2026, at Calusa Nature Center through hikes, live animal programs, crafts, and sustainability education for all ages. Read More » Community Day at Rookery Bay Brings Families Together to Discover Nature Celebrate nature with hands-on activities, touch tanks, boat tours, and art at Rookery Bay’s free Community Day, May 2, 2026, for all ages. Read More » Conservancy Earth Day Festival Highlights Conservation and Sustainability Enjoy free family fun at the Conservancy Nature Center April 18 with interactive activities, exhibits, and electric boat rides celebrating conservation. Read More » Drink Your Bones Stronger Discover a calcium-rich seed-and-kefir smoothie that naturally boosts bone health, improves absorption, and supports strength without relying on pills. Read More » Join the Naples Pier Shoreline Cleanup Protect local beaches and wildlife at the Naples Pier cleanup April 25, 2026, with tools, snacks, and a community photo to celebrate efforts. Read More » NLP and Hypnotherapy: The Winning Combination for Change Discover how NLP and hypnotherapy help release limiting beliefs, shift mindset, and create lasting behavioral change through personalized, results-focused sessions. Read More » Paying Hope Forward After surviving pancreatic cancer, Priscilla Simonsen now helps others heal by sharing her journey and guiding clients through mind-body-spirit healing practices. Read More » Sanibel’s Inaugural Earth Fair Showcases Local Conservation Efforts Join Sanibel’s first Earth Fair April 18, 2026, for family-friendly fun, interactive activities, and conservation education highlighting the island’s environmental stewardship. Read More » Simple Ways to Reduce Stress During Separation or Divorce Manage stress during divorce with daily rituals, movement, mindful responses, and steady support for emotional clarity and resilience. Read More » Wildland Sanctuary Earth Day Festival Highlights Wildlife Rescue Experience wildlife rescue and environmental stewardship at Wildland Sanctuary’s Earth Day Festival April 22, 2026, featuring rescued animals, music, and community activities. Read More » Wonder Gardens Celebrates Earth Day With Wildlife and Nature Celebrate Earth Day at Wonder Gardens April 18, 2026, with animal meet-and-greets, games, crafts, and educational activities for the whole family. Read More » It Takes a Circle: Building Greener Lives Together From composting and permaculture to eco-villages, this feature shows how community-based sustainability can cut waste, share resources and turn environmental action into collective culture. Read More » Going Zero Waste A Conversation With Kathryn Kellogg Kathryn Kellogg says zero-waste living is less about perfection than buying less, composting more and building habits that reduce food waste, packaging and everyday overconsumption. Read More » Spring Bowl Inspirations: Sustainable, Delicious and Flexible Spring bowls blend grains, greens, herbs and plant-based proteins into flexible meals that celebrate seasonal produce, reduce food waste and make sustainable eating feel joyful. Read More » Spring Couscous Bowl With Avocado-Dill Dressing Warm couscous, black beans and crisp spring vegetables meet a creamy avocado-dill dressing in this vibrant vegan bowl layered with cool, fresh flavor. Read More » Spring Ambrosia Bowl Creamy yogurt, pineapple, figs, pistachios and coconut turn this spring ambrosia bowl into a bright, lightly sweet breakfast or snack with tropical flavor and texture. Read More » Falafel Spring Bowls Crispy baked falafel, spring greens and grains come together with sesame-ginger or lemon-tahini dressing in a fresh, protein-packed bowl made for easy seasonal meals. Read More » Our One Wild and Precious Life Self-care is framed as essential stewardship, arguing that protecting energy, setting limits and choosing rest can sustain the compassion behind service, activism and daily life. Read More » Home Sweet Sustainable Home: Strategies for Saving Money and the Planet Affordable home sustainability can start with unplugging devices, sealing drafts, borrowing tools and making low-cost swaps that cut energy use, waste and household expenses. Read More » The Minimalist Workout: Build Strength, Skip the Gear The minimalist workout turns everyday items and short movement snacks into low-impact strength and mobility training that fits busy schedules without gym equipment. Read More » Allergies and the Nervous System: Calming Herbs for Yearlong Resilience Seasonal allergies may be shaped by stress as much as pollen, with herbalists pointing to oatstraw, nettle and goldenrod as allies for resilience and nervous system support. Read More » Helping Kids Use Less Plastic: Gentle Swaps for Growing Minds Helping kids use less plastic starts with early habits, reusable lunch gear and nature-based learning that makes sustainability feel practical, normal and empowering. Read More » At-Home Pet Massage: Tips and Techniques for a Happier Animal At-home pet massage can support mobility, circulation and calm in dogs, cats and horses, with gentle techniques like effleurage and vibration helping deepen comfort and connection. Read More » Singing Bowls To Soothe Anxiety A small study found Tibetan singing bowl sessions produced measurable relaxation and larger anxiety reductions than muscle relaxation or no treatment. Read More » Adulterated Turmeric Found Worldwide A global review found roughly one in five turmeric products were adulterated, raising concerns about fillers, synthetic dyes, lead contamination and mislabeled supplements. Read More » Loss of Tree Diversity Threatens Forests A global study finds fast-growing trees are crowding out slower, long-lived species, raising concerns about biodiversity loss and weaker forest resilience. Read More » Killer Whales Using Tools Scientists documented killer whales using bull kelp to groom one another, marking the first known tool use by marine mammals and hinting at a distinct social behavior. Read More » Saving the Orange Industry As citrus greening devastates orange crops, researchers and growers are racing to protect the industry and stabilize future supplies before losses deepen. Read More » Global Water Bankruptcy A new U.N. report warns that many regions are depleting rivers, aquifers, wetlands and glaciers faster than nature can replenish them, deepening global water scarcity. Read More » Yellowstone’s Supervolcano Scientists continue to monitor Yellowstone’s vast caldera, where ground shifts, frequent earthquakes and a newly identified dome reveal a restless but unlikely eruption threat. Read More » Natural Skincare Recipes DIY natural skincare uses pantry staples like oats, honey and aloe vera to cut plastic waste, lower costs and simplify routines, with patch testing advised even for gentle ingredients. Read More » In-Print