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The August / September 2026 Issue Is Here
by Creations MagazineOur August / September “Back to School” issue is out. Read every article free online, or pick up a print copy at one of nearly 900 locations across NYC and Long Island.
Beginner Again
by Creations MagazineWhy adults quietly stop doing what they are bad at, what that narrowing costs, and how one small, private, slightly ridiculous first session opens it back up.
The Company of Elders
by Creations MagazineFor most of human history, people of every age lived within earshot of each other. That arrangement ended in about a century, and both ends of it are quietly the poorer for the separation.
The Third Place: Why You Need Somewhere That Is Not Home or Work
by Creations MagazineA sociologist named the places that are neither home nor work, and explained why a community without them comes apart. Long Island kept more than most.
The Things We Don't Do
by Joanne LaCurrubba Steenberg, Penobscot, MEHave you heard of Dr. Leo Buscaglia? He was an author, motivational speaker and professor who dedicated his career to exploring the depths of human...
“Coming of Age in the Buffers”
by Diane LundegaardFollow Austin’s heartfelt journey through grief, family, and self-discovery in “Coming of Age in the Buffers” by Diane Lundegaard.
The Cookie Thief
by Joanne Steenberg, Penobscot, MEIt is hard to love when we are judging someone. Letting go of judgment is a powerful and important skill to master.
Umbrellas, Shark Teeth and One Tiny Toad
by Mitchell Kyd, Rural PAWhen people feel connected, they aren’t afraid to treat strangers as friend.
What You See In Others You Bring Out In Them
by Brenda Shoshanna, New York CityWhen we see the worst in people, we send them an unconscious message about who they are to us. And they naturally and unconsciously fulfill that role.
Learning Lessons Between Relationships
by Joyce and Barry Vissell, Aptos, CAThe time immediately after ending a relationship can be painful, confusing and disorientating.
How a Friend Who Died Before I Met Her Taught Me That Compassion Never Dies
by Jen Braaksma, Ottawa, CanadaThe first time I met Betsy Pauly, she was wrestling a half-wild dog down a Dallas sidewalk with nothing but a pair of pantyhose.
Letters to Sophia
by Craig RobertsWhen I was finishing my master’s degree in education, I found myself facing an unexpected roadblock: in order to be granted my teacher certification, I needed
NATURE-INSPIRED SMILES
by Creations MagazineSPONSORED POST e. s. i. Healthy Dentistry Have you ever wondered how dentists repair damaged teeth in a way that looks and feels so natural?
The Death of Work-Life Balance: How to Protect Your Peace and Prioritize What Matters in the Hustle Era
by Jill PalmquistWork-life balance is tough, and for most of us, it’s starting to feel like a thing of the past. Companies are demanding long hours and more hustle .
Barbecue Haiku
by Roberta A. McQueen, East Islip, NY--- hot dog on the grill fell down on the coals below looks like it’s well done
DOCTOR’S BIOME
by Creations MagazineA doctor formulated organic probiotic drink in a vegetable-fruit juice with 15 scientifically-backed strains of patented probiotics.
REGRESSION AND PAST LIFE THERAPY
by Creations Magazinewith Frank Nichols, LSCW. Professional and empathetic service. 631-896-6352
YOU WERE HERE BEFORE, WHY ARE YOU HERE NOW?
by Creations MagazineExperiences Of a Past Life Regression Therapist by Barbara Pisick, PMHCNS. Available on Amazon www.pastliferegressiontherapy.com blpisick@yahoo.com
Beauty Comes from the Inside Out
by Creations MagazineSpirituality: The Essential Foundation for Lasting Youthfulness and Radiance In a world often obsessed with external appearances and fleeting beauty trends
Optimists and Pessimists
by Joanne Steenberg, MaineI came across a powerful quote this week by George Bernard Shaw. It stopped me in my tracks and made me shift my thinking in big and important ways.
How to Nourish Others and Be Nourished in Return
by Brenda Shoshanna, New York CityAs a caretaker, it's very easy to get overwhelmed. It’s so important to understand how to nourish a person and also be nourished in return.
How to Free Your Joy
by Lisa McCourtEvery one of us has an aspect of us that is peaceful, loving, compassionate toward self and others, and joyful.
Ceremonies
by David Frieman, Huntington Station, NYSacred ceremonies renew our Spirits from generation to generation, Reconnecting our lives to the beauty and wisdom of the Universe
The Gift
by David Frieman, Huntington Station, NYA gift of light glows From within every heart To brighten the world
Start As Soon As You Wake Up
by Jim Ryan, Murfreesboro, TNWhether you're a morning person or a night person, your day starts as soon as you wake up.
The Power of Love: Holiday Peace
by Joanne Steenberg, Penobscot, MEWell, I am sure there is one thing we all want more than anything this time of the year, — no matter how or what you celebrate—and that is PEACE.
Your Pain and Your Story
by Ramaa Krishnan, Wilmette, ILYour pain is real, but your story may not be. Are you willing to consider that your story is simply an interpretation of your experience?
From No Way to New Way
by Alan Cohen, HawaiiI was coaching a young woman who had been dating a guy for a short time. “He told me not to phone or text him anymore. What do you think I should do?”
I Dream of Things that Never Were
by Kenneth J. KunkenI Dream of Things That Never Were is a true-life story that delivers Inspiration with a capital “I”.
Welcome to our August / September “Back to School” Issue — Lessons and New Beginnings.
by Neil & AndreaWell, the events leading up to the completion of this issue provided us with a valuable refresher course.
You Cannot Fail
by Brenda Shoshanna, New York CityThere's no such thing as Zen wisdom, just wisdom is enough. Wisdom is wisdom, coming from everywhere.
Kitchen Still Life
by Connie Prestianni, NYThe early morning light coming from the window is so clean. It passes through the blind and creates a pattern of stripes on the cabinets.