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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MAY 2020 PUBLISHER

Laura Sabia | laura.sabia@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Shamika Pandit | shamika.pandit@lifestylepubs.com

Who Runs the World? LADIES OF GREENWICH, WHERE WOULD WE BE WITHOUT YOU? It is during

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May that we, as a country, celebrate mothers, grandmothers and great-grandmothers.

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But here at Greenwich Lifestyle, we also want to recognize the other women who

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build our community and all of your roles as well. It takes a village to raise a child, and our village has women who are our children’s

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teachers, doctors, first responders, law enforcement officers, authors, entertainers, nurses, social workers, counselors and so much more. You are our children’s inspiration, and you are ours. This month, we thank you for everything you pour into Greenwich. Laura Sabia, Publisher

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GOOD TIMES

Wellness Unfiltered On March 10th, Greenwich Lifestyle Magazine hosted a panel discussion with local wellness experts. Panelists included: Dr. Sarah Dolder, founder of Greenwich Point Dermatology; Anel Dzafic, founder of Countdown Fitness; Kat Kastro, PT, DPT, CSCS, PMA-CPT; Mary Heaven, founder of Mary Heaven Acupuncture; Dr. Danielle Greenman, board-certified Internal Medicine Physician. Moderated by: Julia Dzafic, lifestyle and wellness influencer

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Blo Greenwich Grand Opening Blo Greenwich celebrated its grand re-opening. At Blo, you won’t find cuts or color — our team here does one thing, and we do it very well. You can be sure that our bloers will deliver by smoothing and sculpting your tresses into runway ready locks in no time!

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AROUND TOWN their followers to purchase gift cards to support their favorite local businesses.

+ Connecticut resident, Nicole Straight launched the initiative "Food For The Front Lines" and the word quickly spread. The Connecticut community raised money for local restaurants to deliver meals to first responders, supporting local businesses, business owners, and EMS workers, ER & ICU staff, and those on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis.

GREENWICH HOSPITAL BENEFIT CANCELLED Dear Friends of Greenwich Hospital, We have decided to cancel the 2020 Greenwich

GREENWICH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL GOES VIRTUAL You are cordially invited to attend the first-ever

Country Club. This was a big, yet necessary decision as we are committed to keeping our community safe during these extraordinary times.

Virtual Greenwich International Film Festival, May

Your support of the hospital, its dedicated med-

1st to 3rd, bringing the Festival experience into your

ical staff, this signature event, and our esteemed

homes. This virtual three-day event will include an

honorees is greatly appreciated. We are grateful

exciting selection of Narrative & Documentary

for your continued partnership making possible the

Features, the Connecticut Shorts Program, exclu-

outstanding care and work of our dedicated staff at

sive interviews with film talent, acknowledgments,

Greenwich Hospital.

and a chance to Vote for the JP Morgan Chase

We have spoken with Dr. James Brunetti and the

Audience Award. It will also feature the Best Social

Arthur and Elizabeth Martinez Family and they have

Impact Film Award, presented by the Bill & Ann

graciously agreed to serve as next year’s Benefit

Bresnan Foundation, and the Best Connecticut

honorees. We look forward to honoring them and

Shorts Award, presented by the Connecticut Office

celebrating with you next year in May 2021.

of Film, Television & Digital Media. "Since inception, GIFF has faced adversity head-on and pushed the boundaries of what is possible. This is unchartered territory for us, and yet an opportunity to try something new with our community of supporters, filmmakers, staff and volunteers. We hope you will join us for the virtual Festival!"

COMMUNITY STRONG

Hospital Benefit on Friday, May 15 at the Greenwich

Sincerely, Norman G. Roth, President & CEO Noël Appel, SVP & Chief Development Officer

GREENWICH TOWN PARTY ANNOUNCES NEW DATE Statement from Ray Rivers, Co-President, Greenwich Town Party After careful consideration and in close coordi-

Over the past few months we watched as the

nation with local health authorities and the First

world changed and the Greenwich community

Selectman’s office, it has been decided that the 10th

came together. We are so proud of our commu-

annual Greenwich Town Party will be postponed

nity for sticking together as we navigated a tough

from Saturday, May 23 to a Saturday in August. The

time. We wanted to take a minute to highlight our

health, safety and best interests of the Greenwich

community and the amazing initiative they took to

community, musicians and event partners are our

support each other.

top priority.

+ Riverside residents came together to order

We are communicating with all of our bands to

food for the emergency department at Greenwich

confirm our new date, and we are confident that we

Hospital and nurses working in the medicine unit.

will provide an outstanding lineup filled with amazing

+ Local influencers worked together to spread the

musicians. We will keep everyone updated as it evolves.

word about local restaurants that were offering

Once we decide on a new date and additional

Curbside Pickup and Delivery and encouraged

details, we will email each ticket holder and

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announce via social media about how to handle his/her ticket. If a ticket holder can no longer attend, he/she will be issued a full refund. We thank our loyal community for their patience and understanding as we work on the details of rescheduling the Greenwich Town Party. We encourage everyone to support each other and stay safe and healthy. Come August, we will have an even more important reason to throw a party â€” not only to share great music, food and fun, but to come together and celebrate our strong and generous community.

Would you like to get in touch with us? We would love to hear from you! Contact us at CityLifestyle.com/ Greenwich using the Get In Touch link and let us know what you think. CityLifestyle.com/Greenwich

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E N WO M S DR. SARAH DOLDER MD DERMATOLOGIST

WHAT INSPIRES YOU? The amazing and successful women in my life- my mother, my two sisters, my friends and colleagues who continue to prove we can “have it all” — with lots of hard work and help! BEST ADVICE YOU EVER RECEIVED? It’s a marathon, not a sprint. That’s how I survived the countless years of my medical training:) WORDS TO LIVE BY? Love, laugh, live in the moment. WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR WORK? Forming meaningful relationships with my patients (many who become close friends!) and helping them boost their self-confidence. HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED IN THE INDUSTRY? Growing up in Australia, there was always an emphasis on proper sun protection to prevent skin cancer, and I found it so fascinating. Dermatology really fused my interest in science, love of art, and desire to help others. WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? My desire to be the best at what I do, whatever I’m doing, every day.

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E M I LY L I E B E R T AUTHOR

WHAT INSPIRES YOU? Authenticity and self-awareness. In our social media obsessed culture, where the “highlight reel” is often at the forefront, I find it truly refreshing when people can be honest with themselves and others about what life is really like. BEST ADVICE YOU EVER RECEIVED? Professionally speaking: Don’t apologize when there’s nothing to be sorry for. There came a time in my career, a number of years ago, when I realized that many of my emails began with something like, “So sorry to nudge…” or “Sorry to ask for this, but…” If you want something, you have to be direct about it. The worst thing that can happen is someone says “no.” WORDS TO LIVE BY? Never. Stop. Hustling. Also, trust your intuition. Mine rarely fails me. WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR WORK? The ability to be both creative and business-minded fuels my ambition. More specifically, when I launch a new novel, I love interacting with readers about my books and doing TV appearances to talk about them. I cherish the fact that I can be an introvert 80% of the time and be in the spotlight the other 20%. HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED IN THE INDUSTRY? From a very young age, I was a storyteller, which developed into my passion for writing. I always knew I wanted to pursue journalism in some capacity. Directly out of college, I was fortunate to land a job working for Peter Jennings at ABC News, though I quickly realized a career as a producer wasn’t for me. I then became the Editor-in-Chief of The WAG, a luxury lifestyle magazine covering Westchester and Lower Fairfield County. During the five years I spent at The WAG, I wrote hundreds of articles for them and for other national publications. Ultimately, while I did (and still do) enjoy writing for magazines, I realized that I wanted to sink my teeth into bigger projects, like books. So I wrote my first manuscript, got an agent, the book was sold to a publisher, and the rest is history. Perfectly Famous is lucky #7. WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? To be honest, I’m not someone who requires a lot of outside motivation. I have a tremendous amount of natural drive. It’s extremely important to me to constantly be evolving and bettering myself as an author and as a person. However, there are certainly moments when I need some extra encouragement and, for that, I turn to my husband, my parents, and my close girlfriends—who support me unconditionally.

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I LY S E S C H A P I R O REGISTERED DIETICIAN

WHAT INSPIRES YOU? My kids, they inspire me every day to be the best mom I can be. BEST ADVICE YOU EVER RECEIVED? Be yourself, and you will attract the right people. WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR WORK? I get to help people and make an impact in their lives. People come to see me to make changes in their diet, lose weight, lower their cholesterol, lower their blood sugar and improve gastrointestinal symptoms. Its amazing to have people come back, and their labs show improvements in their cholesterol, and blood sugar. Or they come in and tell me their stomach hasn’t bothered them at all. I love changing lives! HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED IN THE INDUSTRY? Nutrition was always a passion of mine, but I was too scared to pursue it in undergrad. While working in ad sales at Men’s Health magazine in 2004, I decided to follow my lifelong dream of becoming a Registered Dietitian. I had always been passionate about health and nutrition, but I was too intimidated to pursue the required science courses while in undergrad. After a few years of working in the “real world,” it was time to make a change. I summoned the courage to apply to NYU’s Nutrition and Dietetics Master’s program; when the acceptance letter arrived, there was no other choice but to take the leap. I left publishing and put myself through graduate school. While I was in grad school, I interned for Joy Bauer, a well known dietitian. She taught me everything! When I moved out of NYC, I had the experience and courage to open my own private practice. It was the best decision I ever made. WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? Myself! I am constantly pushing myself to do better and grow as an individual and practitioner. I strive to give the best care to my clients. I love what I do, so its easy for me to stay motivated.

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STEPH COWIE CONSULTANT AND SPINAL CORD INJURY ADVOCATE

WHAT INSPIRES YOU? I would have to say that my family and friends inspire me. I feel so fortunate everyday to be surrounded by such loving and caring people. They inspire me to give 100% at whatever I am striving to accomplish. BEST ADVICE YOU EVER RECEIVED? I struggled with the question; what is my purpose after my injury, do I even have an identity, a “me?” I had forever identified myself in my professional career as a full-time consultant, and without my career, what would I be? My almost 15-year old son answered, “you’re my Mom!” I think that while many would consider that a simple answer, for me, it was quite profound. I think it cleverly sums up that it is important not to lose sight of your present. Sometimes we are looking so hard for the complex, but it turns out that the basic quality means the most and brings meaning to all we do. My son’s honest and straightforward response is a direction I will carry with me in this journey. WORDS TO LIVE BY? “The best thing you can do is to get really good at being you.” - Dennis the Menace This was the quote I chose to use in my High School yearbook. It is so very true to be the best you can possibly be whatever that may be. But sometimes it is hard to understand what being you really means, and then, what does it mean to be really good? We get so caught up in our image, in what others may be thinking about us, and forgetting that just being yourself is what matters. Just be true to your values, to who you are and then push yourself to not lose your inner compass. WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR WORK? I always loved the consulting part of my job. I enjoyed being able to assist, inform and help my clients meet their goals. It was wonderful to ask questions, to learn about them and then work together to solve problems. Since my injury, I see that I can use this very same voice to help others like me. I want to advocate and help create awareness for those suffering from a spinal cord injury and others with disabilities. I don’t want anyone facing similar challenges to think they are alone in their journey. There is no answer to the question “why?”, but there are answers to “what next?”, “what do I do?” and “how do I?” WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? As I navigate my new normal, I want to strive each day to create awareness and educate people on Spinal Cord Injury and continue to advocate for all with disabilities. I’m still me! I’m the same person who enjoys being with friends and family, who enjoys life, who loves to play golf and who loves to sing. I face challenges, and life isn’t always easy. But I want others who are facing the same challenges to know that there is a huge network that’s there for you and that life, in a new form, in a new way, is still amazing. So many challenges can be overcome with greater awareness and greater support of everyone around us. Until all those challenges are addressed, I’m not going to stop doing my best help others and help myself live the greatest and fullest life possible.

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PENNY GOFFMAN MOMTREPRENEUR AND BLOGGER WHAT INSPIRES YOU? It’s interesting how life evolves and what inspires you during one chapter of your life may be completely different in another. As a female entrepreneur and mother I am most inspired by those who deeply touch me personally which include my family and other female entrepreneurs. My husband is my best friend, psychologist, and business advisor who helps guide my career, while my children play a huge role in reminding me the importance of being present. Further, it is the women I have connected with who inspire me the most. Connecting with a community locally & nationally of female entrepreneurs to support each other has been a game changer. BEST ADVICE YOU EVER RECEIVED? My husband has given me the best advice and there’s a lot of it! He is famous in our house for saying, “Let me think about it.” By nature I love instant gratification so I did not always appreciate his need to slow down and think. Over the last five years running Jolie Gotique and more recently That Penny Life taking the time to think has been invaluable. Emails do not always need a reply immediately. Decisions should be thought through and slept on. Obstacles can be turned into opportunities when given enough “think time” to process. I have made mistakes by acting too quickly and I’m grateful to have learned from that experience. WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR WORK? CONNECTION – My community and national network has quadrupled in size since founding my businesses. I have had the opportunity of meeting or communicating with women around the country whose backgrounds are completely unique. I love hearing their stories, collaborating, giving back and many of them have become customers, partners and friends. HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED IN THE INDUSTRY? I got involved organically! One of my strengths has been identifying and

observing trends in the fashion industry and I’m not just referring to

WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? Success! Yes success keeps me

styles. Several years ago it became clear that the state of retail was

motivated. Success comes in different forms. There is financial profitabil-

evolving. I was able to identify a problem and find a solution with

ity. So often women shy away from speaking about money and value but

a mobile fashion truck. Organically, by listening to our customers, a

bottom line – businesses cannot grow and operate without profits. Of

mobile boutique grew into an active full service online boutique with

course there have been lows and risks, but long-term profitability and

an incredible team of stylists, including Stacy Danow and Lauren

proof of concept has been hugely motivating. Success also comes in the

Steiner. The success of Jolie Gotique organically led to a singular

form of loving what you do and the team around you, and I LOVE what

new opportunity Fall 2018 styling a fashion show for a major fashion

I do. I’m excited everyday to get to work which might be in my office, at

brand with their collections. Through of mouth and organic market-

an event, or styling models. Everyday brings new challenges and oppor-

ing with my face being at its core, I founded That Penny Life which

tunities that motivate me to grow and propel forward. Most importantly,

today works with many incredible and large fashion brands to style

motivation comes from within. We are all motivated in life by something

and execute fashion shows, MC and host fashion industry events. Go

different and for me it’s about feeling that I’m working towards something

where the wind takes you organically and listen for the cues, but be

bigger and greater than I even imagine today. I have proven to myself that

ready to execute and pounce on them when they present!

anything is possible! That’s motivation enough.

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in the lives, perception of, and empowerment of women I would seize that opportunity and open it as widely as I could. That’s one of the primary reasons I started Greenwich Medical Spa (GMS). We empower women in many different ways- our staff, clients and in the community. BEST

ADVICE

YOU

EVER

RECEIVED?

“Always be honest, authentic, show your vul-

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nerability, and trust your gut”. The reason I live this advice daily is because relationships start and end with trust- you can’t create and sustain true trust without doing each of the foregoing. “Trusting your gut” is based on your prior experiences- we each have an incredibly vast

WHAT INSPIRES YOU? I am inspired by a lot. But, one of my key

catalogue of experiences and how we acted

inspirations- one of the things I think most about- is to help promote

and what we actioned (whether good or bad) in

and strengthen other women to position them to achieve that which

those experiences.

they don’t even know or believe they can achieve. Currently we have a staff of over 30 strong women on our team. It’s

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR

a very diverse group of women- differing ages, ethnicities, creeds,

WORK? I enjoy the endless opportunities

personalities. But one thing they all share in common- our belief in

that hourly present themselves- every day.

our sisterhood and the need to support each other.

Opportunities allow, sometimes force, me to

One of the reasons I personally feel so passionately about female

strategize in ways I had never before considered.

empowerment is because I was born and raised for 12+ years in

It also allows me to test and push myself- think-

a country, Afghanistan, that did not elevate the role and dignity of

ing quickly and decisively, yet- hopefully!- in a

women. I swore to myself when I was younger that if I was ever

measured, thoughtful, balanced, considerate

given even a crack of opportunity to make a meaningful change

way. Opportunities allow me to feel alive. CONTINUED >

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H AT AT TA C K WHAT INSPIRES YOU? We are inspired by so many people and places. We love to travel, we just returned from an inspiration trip to Guadeloupe. From the markets, to the people watching on the beaches, to the cute restaurants, we tend to find inspiration everywhere we go! WORDS TO LIVE BY? You can’t stop the waves. But you can learn to surf. WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR WORK? We enjoy that we are able to work together, doing something that we love. It is so fun to change seasons, and change the business depending on the trends. No two days are ever the same! HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED IN THE INDUSTRY? We saw a void with baseball caps actually! Restaurants and hotels did not sell “gear” with logos on them, so my husband and I started in street fairs. The business slowly grew from there into the multi-accessory brand it is today. WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? The fact that it is a family run, small business that has been running for over 35 years is very inspiring and motivating.

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GREENWICH BARRE STUDIO WHAT INSPIRES YOU? I am so passionate about connecting with the women in our area, especially young moms. When I became a mother, I craved a consistent, support community. We have created that environment in Greenwich Barre! BEST ADVICE YOU EVER RECEIVED? “Follow your instincts!” It’s so hard, in parenting and in life, to not fall into the trap of second-guessing yourself. There are a lot of voices, and they almost all have different opinions. Remember to trust your gut—you’ve got this! WORDS TO LIVE BY? I’d say more of the above: trust your gut. You are strong, capable, and have resources at your disposal… go for it, but trust yourself. WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR WORK? I get the most satisfaction out of really seeing our clients make progress and connect with others while they do so. As you know, exercise isn’t just an activity anymore, it’s a lifestyle and a community. Providing the support and structure for women, connecting them—there’s no greater greater feeling, in my opinion HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED IN THE INDUSTRY? I grew up in it. I was always the guinea pig (to the great woe of my high-school muscles!) and I worked behind the desk at my mom’s first barre studio on weekend mornings. Ballet has always been part of my life, too. It’s a lifelong relationship that’s always growing and evolving. WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? The expectation that the best is always yet to come. The exercise industry can feel very competitive and adversarial, but it doesn’t have to be this way. A rising tide lifts all boats!

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HOT SPOT

WELLNESS BENEFITS OF INFRARED WHAT IS INFRARED? Infrared light is part of the sun’s invisible spectrum of light that has the ability to penetrate the human tissue. Infrared heat heats the body directly rather than simply the air. The experience of an infrared treatment is similar to sunbathing, giving you that wonderful natural warmth. Unlike sunbathing, infrared heat therapy is completely healthy and safe. You can relax in an infrared sauna and it will never cause your skin to burn. Sunlighten’s far infrared technology, is the only infrared sauna heater on the market clinically shown to raise core temperature nearly 3 degrees. What does this mean for your health? You will experience the most detoxifying sweat, lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure and aid in weight loss through waistline reduction. The most advanced infrared therapy available is Solocarbon 3-in-1 infrared treatments. The infrared spectrum consists of near (NIR), mid (MIR), and far (FIR) waves, each with distinct characteristics and health benefits. Sunlighten offers all three peak wavelengths for the maximum therapeutic results. DETOX: Sweating is the bodies safe and natural way to heal & stay healthy. Far infrared sauna use causes a rise in core temperature resulting in a deep, detoxifying sweat at the cellular level, where toxins reside. LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE: Infrared saunas induce a deep sweat to make the heart pump faster, which in turn increases blood flow, lowers blood pressure and helps circulation. Only Sunlighten saunas are backed by clinical research that shows a reduction in systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Both are key factors in maintaining a healthy heart.

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ANTI-AGING: Near infrared saunas provide the most effective wavelength for healing the epidermis and dermis layers of the skin, stimulating collagen production to reduce wrinkles and improve overall skin tone. CELL HEALTH: Near infrared sauna therapy stimulates the circulatory system and more fully oxygenate the bodies cells. Better blood circulation means more toxins flow from the cellular level to the skins surface to improve cell health, aid in muscle recovery and strengthen the immune system.

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WEIGHT LOSS: Studies have shown that a far infrared sauna therapy session can burn upwards of 600 calories while you relax! As the body works to cool itself, there is a substantial increase in heart rate, cardiac output and metabolic rate, causing the body to burn more calories. In fact, a 2009 study showed Sunlighten far infrared therapy to lower weight and waist circumference in just a three-month period. RELIEVE PAIN: Infrared heat penetrates tissue, joints, and muscles to relieve anything from minor aches and pains to chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, and speeds up recovery time. IMPROVE CIRCULATION: Sunlighten sauna treatments are like giving your body a passive cardiovascular workout. Heating the muscles with infrared rays produces an increase in blood flow similar to that seen during exercise. Regular infrared sauna use can significantly stimulate blood flow up to twice the normal rate.

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HEAL WOUNDS: Near infrared therapy greatly enhances the skins healing process by promoting faster cell regeneration and human tissue growth. ENJOY VS. ENDURE: A sauna session should not be something you have to push yourself to complete. An extremely hot environment can make you anxious for the session to end and likely to stop short. Worse yet, if it is that hot, you probably are not receiving the most therapeutic wavelength. A Sunlighten infrared sauna session provides a comfortable, gentle heat that is enjoyable for the entire session and leaves you feeling invigorated, light and energized. Sunlighten is an addiction you can feel good about.

SUNLIGHTEN INFRARED SAUNAS ARE AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY AT THE FOLLOWING LOCAL GREENWICH BUSINESSES: CLUB SWEAT GREENWICH 1345 East Putnam Avenue 203-344-1193 GREENWICH POINT DERMATOLOGY 20 E Elm St 203-764-2230 THE STUDIO GREENWICH 701 West Putnam Avenue 203-532-5477 Sessions run between $20-$50 per visit and can be made in 30 or 60 minute sessions. Each business listed above has their own reservations and pricing system. CityLifestyle.com/Greenwich

LOCAL LIMELIGHT

Recognizing Young Talent MYRTHE MOLENVELD

FAVORITE PART ABOUT THE SPORT? The friends I have made, and the camaraderie. The day is so fun, you compete hard, and then you have a drink and dinner afterwards with everybody. Growing up with tennis, you played hard, and you didn’t really have that feeling afterwards. FAVORITE MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE, OR PHRASE YOU SAY BEFORE A MATCH? This year has been very busy with work and has been a treat to play the few tournaments that I have so far. So I tell myself to just enjoy the day competing, this way I don’t put pressure and I tend to relax more, and therefor play better. Johan Cruyff used to say, every disadvantage has its advantage, for me this means I am relaxed about playing due to the work schedule. RECENT WINS AND RANKING? We made the finals of the Boston Open Grand Prix, beating the nr 1 team of Hanish and Cooper, and nr 5 team of Sikora and Morgan. Losing 6-4 in the 3rd set in the finals against the now nr 1 team in the country of Ondrejkova and Zubori. We also made the finals of the pro Flight Tournament in Westchester beating the MYRTHE MOLENVELD IS A PRO AT THE

team of Enica and Hanish in the semi finals,

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losing in 3 sets in the finals against Curtis

NALLY FROM THE NETHERLANDS.

and Ondrejkova

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN PLAYING PLATFORM TENNIS? I started playing in September 2014. However, tennis I started when I was 7 and played college tennis for Auburn University. 28

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PACK YOUR SMALL SPACES WITH A BIG PUNCH BY STARTING YOUR OWN CONTAINER GARDEN

IT MAY BE THAT YOU DON’T HAVE MUCH SPACE TO WORK WITH; MAYBE YOU ARE ALWAYS ON-THE-MOVE; OR, MAYBE YOU JUST SIMPLY COLOR TO YOUR SPACE. It doesn’t matter what your reason may be. Container gardening—the practice of growing plants exclusively in containers rather than in the ground—is a great way to pack some punch into a small (or portable!) space. With container gardening, there are almost endless possibilities. Whether you’re looking to grow decorative plants or edible ones, there’s likely an option for you— and it doesn’t have to be limited to simply growing herbs

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on your windowsill. There are several factors to keep in mind when you first start your container garden, the first of which being to decide whether you’re going to keep it indoors or out. Different plants grow best in different environments, so be sure to choose species that will thrive where you’ve decided to put them—making sure they are receiving the proper amount of sunlight and moisture.

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Here are a few other things to be aware of when you get started: CONTAINER SIZES: Large containers may be easier to grow plants in than small since

they have more space for large root systems and larger amounts of soil retain more moisture. + CONTAINER DRAINAGE: Your container must have a drainage system—even if it’s just a few holes you drill in it yourself. For plants that need to be watered more frequently, consider self-watering containers. + CONTAINER MATERIALS: The fun thing about container gardens is that you don’t have to limit yourself. Get creative with the containers you use (while keeping the above information in mind)! We love repurposing vintage items into unique containers.

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Why stick with one kind of garden? Once you’re a container garden pro, there are tons of different theme gardens you can create all around your home. CLEAN-AIR GARDEN Snake Plant + Spider Plant + Dragon Plant + English Ivy FRAGRANCE GARDEN Lavender + Lemongrass + Mint LEMON GARDEN Lemon Verbena + Lemon Balm + Lemongrass + Lemon Geranium

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The containers you choose are going to largely depend on the type of plant you’re trying to grow and the best space and environment for it to grow in. If you’re looking for the bare basics, there are a lot of different vegetables — like cabbage, celery, green onions, lettuce and leeks — that can grow in water alone. If you’re looking for a way to use that vintage glassware or pitchers hiding in your cupboards, here’s your chance! If you don’t have a lot of counter space (or space in general for that matter), herbs don’t need a ton of room to grow. Consider turning several small planters into a win-

Try these container garden combos:

dow garden for basil, cilantro, dill or thyme. In order to grow larger plants, such as tomatoes, lemons or — yes, even avocados — you’ll need some larger containers, like

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Nourishing Immunit y Broth

HEALTH AND FLAVOR IN ONE BOWL ARTICLE CHRISTINE BEAL DUNST, CO-FOUNDER OF EMBODY WELLNESS COMPANY

EATING NOURISHING FOODS AND DE-STRESSING YOUR

alkalinity. One tablespoon boosts 4 grams of protein, vitamins

BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT IS CRITICAL TO BUILDING IMMUNITY.

A, B and C, iron, and beyond. We use it in smoothies, salad

This vegan immunity-boosting broth is healing, repairing and bal-

dressings and soups.

ancing for your body. The broth takes less than 5 minutes to make

You can substitute the water in this broth and use bone broth for

in a blender. Each key ingredient contains anti-inflammatory immu-

additional gut healing benefits. My favorite local bone broth is Nit

nity-boosting properties that help your body stay resilient—garlic,

Noi Provisions.

ginger, cayenne, turmeric, spirulina and lemon.

Like tea, we also use sipping broth as a mindfulness practice to

Spirulina is a blue-green algae high in phytonutrients and chlorophyll to help detoxify your body and balance your

slow down. PAUSE, sip, and take in the vibrancy of your food and the experience. Your soul and immunity will appreciate that.

NOURISHING IMMUNI T Y BRO T H Makes ~2.5 cups | *Use organic when possible

INGREDIENTS + 2.5 cups of hot water + 1 tablespoon of spirulina + 2 tablespoons miso + 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil + ½ teaspoon of ginger or ½ inch of fresh grated ginger + Pinch of cayenne or turmeric (or both!) + 2 garlic cloves + Juice of 2 lemons + Pinch of black pepper + Pinch of sea salt (optional) + Pinch of nori (edible seaweed) as garnish (optional) + For a heartier broth add: ½ cup of

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