NEW Nourish in Nature Experience
Date: Saturday, March 18th
Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm pdt
Location: Joaquin Miller Park, Oakland (Exact location provided upon booking)
Facilitated by: Dawn Preisendorf
Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm pdt
Location: Joaquin Miller Park, Oakland (Exact location provided upon booking)
Facilitated by: Dawn Preisendorf
Experience the healing power of nature while moving your body and connecting with others in this special 2-hour Nourish in Nature Experience. It's a shorter version of our day-long retreat.
We’ll breathe in the beauty of nature, and use our senses to access an endless well of support and inspiration found in the natural world. Enjoy a guided hike, meditation and the opportunity to truly experience the healing power of nature. We'll end by sharing our insights and a freshly prepared healthy snack (gluten and dairy free).
We’ll breathe in the beauty of nature, and use our senses to access an endless well of support and inspiration found in the natural world. Enjoy a guided hike, meditation and the opportunity to truly experience the healing power of nature. We'll end by sharing our insights and a freshly prepared healthy snack (gluten and dairy free).
Digestion Connection:
Community for People with Digestive Distress

Dealing with a digestive health issue can be challenging as it is. Add to it isolation, stress and changes due to the pandemic/social unrest, and our well-being and ability to stay optimistic may be suffering. Unless we have friends or family members who have similar health challenges, navigating our health journey can feel burdensome and lonely at times.
Coming together in community with people dealing with similar health issues is so healing. Digestion Connection sharing circles are a way for us to freely share our experiences and feelings in a warm, non-judgmental environment. Sharing Circles are an ancient and sacred process of gathering to discuss, learn, support, and connect with one another in community.
During this interactive and healing Digestive Connection circle, we will:
Join Dawn Preisendorf – functional nutritionist, gut health expert, and experienced sharing circles facilitator -- for this special opportunity to support yourself and connect with others going through similar experiences.
Held at 5:15 PM PST on Oct. 28, 2020
**Join us live from anywhere via Zoom. Link to join Zoom meeting provided upon registration. **
Coming together in community with people dealing with similar health issues is so healing. Digestion Connection sharing circles are a way for us to freely share our experiences and feelings in a warm, non-judgmental environment. Sharing Circles are an ancient and sacred process of gathering to discuss, learn, support, and connect with one another in community.
During this interactive and healing Digestive Connection circle, we will:
- Share our digestive health successes, desires, and challenges
- Connect with others in a supportive, non-judgmental environment
- Decrease our sense of isolation around managing a health challenge, and release burdens we’re holding
- Leave feeling lighter, inspired and hopeful about possibilities for our health
Join Dawn Preisendorf – functional nutritionist, gut health expert, and experienced sharing circles facilitator -- for this special opportunity to support yourself and connect with others going through similar experiences.
Held at 5:15 PM PST on Oct. 28, 2020
**Join us live from anywhere via Zoom. Link to join Zoom meeting provided upon registration. **
Sharing Circle:
Cultivating Health and Well-being During Difficult Times
Thursday, July 16 2020
5:15 - 6:15PM PDT
Online Event
5:15 - 6:15PM PDT
Online Event
In an environment of social unrest, increasing isolation due to the pandemic, and challenges of daily living, our sense of health, well-being and equanimity may be suffering. We may be attempting to hold a lot, and holding in emotions as we try to navigate this time of change and uncertainty. Our sense of health and well-being may be suffering.
Coming together in a Sharing Circle is one way to ease burdens, re-ignite inspiration, and feel supported during these difficult times. Sharing Circles are an ancient and sacred process of gathering to discuss, learn, support, and connect with one another in community.
During this interactive and healing Sharing Circle, we will:
• Share our health and well-being challenges, needs, and successes during this time of constant change.
• Connect with others in a supportive, non-judgmental environment
• Decrease a sense of isolation, and release burdens we’re holding
• Leave feeling lighter, inspired and energized
Join Dawn Preisendorf -- nutritionist, health coach and experienced sharing circles facilitator -- for this special opportunity to support your well-being during these difficult times.
**Link to join Zoom meeting provided upon registration.**
Coming together in a Sharing Circle is one way to ease burdens, re-ignite inspiration, and feel supported during these difficult times. Sharing Circles are an ancient and sacred process of gathering to discuss, learn, support, and connect with one another in community.
During this interactive and healing Sharing Circle, we will:
• Share our health and well-being challenges, needs, and successes during this time of constant change.
• Connect with others in a supportive, non-judgmental environment
• Decrease a sense of isolation, and release burdens we’re holding
• Leave feeling lighter, inspired and energized
Join Dawn Preisendorf -- nutritionist, health coach and experienced sharing circles facilitator -- for this special opportunity to support your well-being during these difficult times.
**Link to join Zoom meeting provided upon registration.**
Must be able to navigate a mostly flat dirt path with possible short uphill/downhill. We will not be walking the whole time. You should be in good enough shape to walk an hour in total. Suitable for mindful teens and older. Wear suitable shoes for dirt trail (some tread on soles, no dress shoes or flip flops), and bring water, sunscreen, and an extra layer to be comfortable in both shade and sun.
Midlife Magic
Create the Health and Body You Crave
Are you staring into midlife wondering what the aging process might mean for your health, body and quality of life? Join us to learn how to work with your body, not against it. Empower yourself to enjoy energy, mobility, passion and purpose now…and for years to come.
Join Dawn on retreat at 1440 Multiversity in Santa Cruz!
June 14 - 16, 2019
State-of-the-art campus with holistic amenities
Locally sourced, seasonal cuisine
Massage services, wellness classes, beautiful nature trails and more
Virtual Quick Cleanse
Reboot your Health in 2 Weeks
Join our Self-Guided Cleanse anytime
Sometimes, when our:
If you're ready to increase your energy, start eating healthier again, jump-start weight-loss, slash sugar cravings, or improve sleep, JOIN me for the 14-day Virtual Quick Cleanse.
How Our Quick Cleanse Works
For 14 days, you’ll eat yummy, fresh, wholesome food. Twice each day, you’ll drink delicious nutrient-packed smoothies and take a supplement to support your liver in releasing toxins that could be keeping you from optimal health. Cleansing is also a great time to focus on self-care -- get relaxing massages, indulge in a sauna and take baths – it’s your time to take care of you! We’ll provide easy-to-follow guidance on how to eat, recipes, and tips for success.
**Please note: My Quick Cleanse is NOT a juice fast. You WON’T be drinking lemon water all day. Cabbage soup is totally optional. And, although changing habits can be difficult, this Quick Cleanse makes it as easy as possible to do. You’ll eat food the whole time, and I’ve made every effort to make this cleanse as simple as can be.
You can join Paleo Cleanse by phone from anywhere! We'll also have a private Facebook group for you to stay fully supported, inspired, and motivated over the 14 days.
- Healthy habits slip
- We don’t have much energy
- Our sugar cravings become out of control
- We just don't look or feel as good as we’d like...
If you're ready to increase your energy, start eating healthier again, jump-start weight-loss, slash sugar cravings, or improve sleep, JOIN me for the 14-day Virtual Quick Cleanse.
How Our Quick Cleanse Works
For 14 days, you’ll eat yummy, fresh, wholesome food. Twice each day, you’ll drink delicious nutrient-packed smoothies and take a supplement to support your liver in releasing toxins that could be keeping you from optimal health. Cleansing is also a great time to focus on self-care -- get relaxing massages, indulge in a sauna and take baths – it’s your time to take care of you! We’ll provide easy-to-follow guidance on how to eat, recipes, and tips for success.
**Please note: My Quick Cleanse is NOT a juice fast. You WON’T be drinking lemon water all day. Cabbage soup is totally optional. And, although changing habits can be difficult, this Quick Cleanse makes it as easy as possible to do. You’ll eat food the whole time, and I’ve made every effort to make this cleanse as simple as can be.
You can join Paleo Cleanse by phone from anywhere! We'll also have a private Facebook group for you to stay fully supported, inspired, and motivated over the 14 days.
Wondering if Quick Cleanse is right for you?
SCHEDULE a complimentary phone session with Dawn now!
SCHEDULE a complimentary phone session with Dawn now!
Taming Inflammation From The Inside Out
Wednesday, August 30th at Life Chiropractic in Oakland
5330 College Ave, Suite #210, Oakland, CA 94618 (map)
6:30 - 8:00pm
5330 College Ave, Suite #210, Oakland, CA 94618 (map)
6:30 - 8:00pm

Life Chiropractic welcomes back nutritionist, Dawn Preisendorf, with an amazing talk on Inflammation and Taming it with Nutrition from the Inside Out. (Also some special highlights on Autoimmunity)
Inflammation – we most often think of inflammation when we’re suffering from pain, whether it be joint, muscle, head or body pain. But inflammation can also show up as a bloated belly, skin rashes, foggy brain, bad moods, autoimmune conditions, and more. Plus, clinical research is revealing that inflammation is implicated in whether we develop chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer and more.
Join us to learn how to tame inflammation, whether you’re experiencing health challenges now or want to be sure you prevent them in the future. Dawn will share:
• Hidden causes – and effects -- of inflammation
• Natural approaches to reducing pain
• Why managing inflammation is critical if you have an autoimmune condition
• Foods that can trigger or tame inflammation
Dawn will also be offering special gifts to attendees, so don’t miss it! Space is limited, so RSVP here, or call the Life Chiropractic office at 510-594-9994.
Inflammation – we most often think of inflammation when we’re suffering from pain, whether it be joint, muscle, head or body pain. But inflammation can also show up as a bloated belly, skin rashes, foggy brain, bad moods, autoimmune conditions, and more. Plus, clinical research is revealing that inflammation is implicated in whether we develop chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer and more.
Join us to learn how to tame inflammation, whether you’re experiencing health challenges now or want to be sure you prevent them in the future. Dawn will share:
• Hidden causes – and effects -- of inflammation
• Natural approaches to reducing pain
• Why managing inflammation is critical if you have an autoimmune condition
• Foods that can trigger or tame inflammation
Dawn will also be offering special gifts to attendees, so don’t miss it! Space is limited, so RSVP here, or call the Life Chiropractic office at 510-594-9994.
The WOW Talks: Get Pampered...The Healthy Way!
Monday, June 12th at New Dawn Wellness
3031 Telegraph Ave Suite #131, Berkeley, CA 94705(map)
6:00pm - 8:00pm
3031 Telegraph Ave Suite #131, Berkeley, CA 94705(map)
6:00pm - 8:00pm

As women, we often spend a lot of time giving to others, working too hard, or just feeling frazzled. We may not be taking enough time to care for ourselves…not filling our own cups so we can continue to give, strive, and handle our busy lives.
This is an evening for you to pause on the giving, and instead to receive. We’ve assembled a spectacular panel of female health and wellness providers with one purpose: to care for you.
Admission is only $15, and the majority of services are free. In addition, we’ll have a fabulous raffle with the opportunity to win wellness services as gifts. If you’ve been over-giving, over-working, or are feeling stressed, leave the world behind for a couple hours and focus solely on you, in supportive community with other women. Be sure to get there on time so you can be loved up by several practitioners.
Health and Wellness Practitioners at Your Service:
We’ll also have a sharing circle for all participants, focused on how to nourish yourself amidst a busy life.
Please RSVP in advance as space is limited! You don’t want to miss this special evening.
**Please note that tickets are $15, which will be collected at the door. **
This is an evening for you to pause on the giving, and instead to receive. We’ve assembled a spectacular panel of female health and wellness providers with one purpose: to care for you.
Admission is only $15, and the majority of services are free. In addition, we’ll have a fabulous raffle with the opportunity to win wellness services as gifts. If you’ve been over-giving, over-working, or are feeling stressed, leave the world behind for a couple hours and focus solely on you, in supportive community with other women. Be sure to get there on time so you can be loved up by several practitioners.
Health and Wellness Practitioners at Your Service:
- Dawn Preisendorf, Nutritionist, offering complimentary nutrition advice, plus healthy snacks and smoothies.
- Dr. Rachelle Johnson, Naturopathic Doctor, offering energizing B-12 shots (pre-scheduling and additional fee required, more info coming soon).
- Dr. Melissa Crago, Chiropractor, offering spinal analysis
- Holly Heysek, Aesthetician, offering rejuvenating skin masks
We’ll also have a sharing circle for all participants, focused on how to nourish yourself amidst a busy life.
Please RSVP in advance as space is limited! You don’t want to miss this special evening.
**Please note that tickets are $15, which will be collected at the door. **
Nourish in Nature
Recharge Your Body & Soul
Register Today! Nourish in Nature is Sunday, June 25th, 2017
Enjoy a day away from it all! Relax, Rejuvenate & Recharge in nature.
Your day away includes meditation, yoga, hiking, and an intimate, fresh, farm-to-table meal.
Your day away includes meditation, yoga, hiking, and an intimate, fresh, farm-to-table meal.

Why travel far when you can de-stress, revitalize and fully nourish your body and soul during a relaxing afternoon retreat close to home? No hassle, no long-distance travel, no planning. Simply show up, connect with the healing power of nature and reconnect with your own source of vitality and joy.
We’ll practice the art of mindfulness while physically moving our bodies. We’ll breathe in the beauty of nature, and enjoy a fresh, beautiful farm-to-table meal. We’ll learn about the healing power of food, and how our senses can deeply connect our inner nature with the natural world.
Your hostesses for the day are Dr. Dawn Jacobson, MD, an integrative physician/yoga therapist; Dawn Preisendorf, a functional nutritionist; and Brooke Wilson, a natural chef.
We created this integrated outdoor experience to nourish your body and soul. Each step of this retreat will show you how to tap into sounds, scents, sights, and sensations that uplift your body, mind, and spirit.
This is an intimate event with a limited number of participants, so PLEASE REGISTER EARLY!
**Everyone receives a free self-care package of nourishing sensory products and services.**
Want to know more? Visit our Nourish In Nature page for details.
We’ll practice the art of mindfulness while physically moving our bodies. We’ll breathe in the beauty of nature, and enjoy a fresh, beautiful farm-to-table meal. We’ll learn about the healing power of food, and how our senses can deeply connect our inner nature with the natural world.
Your hostesses for the day are Dr. Dawn Jacobson, MD, an integrative physician/yoga therapist; Dawn Preisendorf, a functional nutritionist; and Brooke Wilson, a natural chef.
We created this integrated outdoor experience to nourish your body and soul. Each step of this retreat will show you how to tap into sounds, scents, sights, and sensations that uplift your body, mind, and spirit.
This is an intimate event with a limited number of participants, so PLEASE REGISTER EARLY!
**Everyone receives a free self-care package of nourishing sensory products and services.**
Want to know more? Visit our Nourish In Nature page for details.
Spring Cleaning from the Inside Out:
Shed the Winter Blahs & Restore Energy
Monday, March 20th from 6:30pm - 7:30pm at Life Chiropractic, 5330 College Ave, Suite 210, Oakland CA (see map)
During spring, we’re often inspired to clear clutter and deep clean our homes. But are you also feeling cluttered mentally or physically? Is this clutter leaving you feeling depleted or in pain? Would you like to leave the winter blahs behind and move into spring with a rejuvenated body, mind & spirit?
Join nutritionist Dawn Preisendorf and Chiropractor Dr. Melissa Crago on Monday, March 20th to learn their top secrets to clear your body’s internal clutter, restore energy and feel a greater sense of lightness.
Dawn & Melissa will guide you through eating and lifestyle practices to:
Join nutritionist Dawn Preisendorf and Chiropractor Dr. Melissa Crago on Monday, March 20th to learn their top secrets to clear your body’s internal clutter, restore energy and feel a greater sense of lightness.
Dawn & Melissa will guide you through eating and lifestyle practices to:
- Clear your body's "internal clutter" in your gut and liver that is keeping you from feeling your best
- Eat clean for energy, focus and well-being
- Cultivate a greater sense of calm and clarity in the midst of stress
The WOW Talks Lafayette: 3rd Annual Holiday Party
Monday, December 19th at the Stillpoint Center for Health, Well-Being & Renewal
953 Mountain View Dr, Lafayette, CA (map)
7:00pm - 9:00pm
953 Mountain View Dr, Lafayette, CA (map)
7:00pm - 9:00pm

JOIN US for our FREE 3rd Annual Holiday Event to connect, collaborate & celebrate our journey together this year. We'll begin with a brief seasonal ritual, and after that we'll have lots of time to mingle and share our Secret Santa gifts. Bring a $10 wrapped gift for our Secret Santa exchange.
The WOW Talks is a community of business-minded women with an interest in wellness, personal growth, and professional development. All of our WOW Chapters are in YOUR backyard as a spiritual support system so YOU can reach your highest purpose in your business, relationships, and in your PRECIOUS life. Here in Lafayette, we always create a safe and sacred space for women to connect, cultivate their own well-being and empower other women in doing the same.
Remember to bring a wrapped $10 gift to share. We will also have a NETWORKING table so bring your business cards.
Be sure to JOIN www.TheWowTalks.com to get more involved with our amazing community of Women of Wellness!
The WOW Talks is a community of business-minded women with an interest in wellness, personal growth, and professional development. All of our WOW Chapters are in YOUR backyard as a spiritual support system so YOU can reach your highest purpose in your business, relationships, and in your PRECIOUS life. Here in Lafayette, we always create a safe and sacred space for women to connect, cultivate their own well-being and empower other women in doing the same.
Remember to bring a wrapped $10 gift to share. We will also have a NETWORKING table so bring your business cards.
Be sure to JOIN www.TheWowTalks.com to get more involved with our amazing community of Women of Wellness!
Tuesday, November 15, 2016, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PST
The Box SF, 1069 Howard Street
San Francisco, CA 94103 View Map
The Box SF, 1069 Howard Street
San Francisco, CA 94103 View Map
Join Us To Learn More About The Health & Wellness world!
Featuring a different speaker each month, our meetings focus on networking with peers, sharing information as to best practices in building a successful business, and discovering ways to improve your health and the health of your loved ones. If you are a practitioner seeking more energy for you or your clients, this meeting is for you!
November's meeting: "Unlock Your Vitality: 3 Secrets to All-Day Energy"
Nutritionist Dawn Preisendorf will share the hidden reasons you or your clients are feeling more fatigued and foggy than you’d like….and how to naturally unlock all-day energy you can count on.
You'll Discover:
• Why the foods you eat (even the “healthy” ones) may be taking your energy
• Why your gut is your first stop on the road to reclaiming vitality
• The hidden reasons people can't climb out of fatigue
• How your hormones can support you or sabotage you (and how to get them on your team)
• The one “life-hack” that will keep you effortlessly energized
Dawn will also share case studies of how her clients healed.
Speaker's info:
Dawn Preisendorf, MA, NC, CHWC frees women from fatigue, low energy, and digestive distress. She has helped hundreds of women reclaim vitality and energy so they can live their lives full-out.
Dawn is a national speaker who has taught and presented on nearly 500 occasions. Once an over-stressed, under-nourished veteran of the corporate trenches, Dawn recovered from her own health crash and found vitality again. Dawn has studied functional nutrition and holistic health for 18 years; she has a master’s degree in nutrition and health education, is a certified Wellcoach, and a certified Hormone Cure Practitioner through Dr. Sara Gottfried.
Agenda:
6:30 - 7:00 PM / Open Networking
7:00 - 7:30 PM / Welcome & Introductions
7:30 - 8:15 PM / Featured Speaker, Q&A
8:15 - 8:30 PM / Closing Remarks
We Look Forward To Seeing You!
Featuring a different speaker each month, our meetings focus on networking with peers, sharing information as to best practices in building a successful business, and discovering ways to improve your health and the health of your loved ones. If you are a practitioner seeking more energy for you or your clients, this meeting is for you!
November's meeting: "Unlock Your Vitality: 3 Secrets to All-Day Energy"
Nutritionist Dawn Preisendorf will share the hidden reasons you or your clients are feeling more fatigued and foggy than you’d like….and how to naturally unlock all-day energy you can count on.
You'll Discover:
• Why the foods you eat (even the “healthy” ones) may be taking your energy
• Why your gut is your first stop on the road to reclaiming vitality
• The hidden reasons people can't climb out of fatigue
• How your hormones can support you or sabotage you (and how to get them on your team)
• The one “life-hack” that will keep you effortlessly energized
Dawn will also share case studies of how her clients healed.
Speaker's info:
Dawn Preisendorf, MA, NC, CHWC frees women from fatigue, low energy, and digestive distress. She has helped hundreds of women reclaim vitality and energy so they can live their lives full-out.
Dawn is a national speaker who has taught and presented on nearly 500 occasions. Once an over-stressed, under-nourished veteran of the corporate trenches, Dawn recovered from her own health crash and found vitality again. Dawn has studied functional nutrition and holistic health for 18 years; she has a master’s degree in nutrition and health education, is a certified Wellcoach, and a certified Hormone Cure Practitioner through Dr. Sara Gottfried.
Agenda:
6:30 - 7:00 PM / Open Networking
7:00 - 7:30 PM / Welcome & Introductions
7:30 - 8:15 PM / Featured Speaker, Q&A
8:15 - 8:30 PM / Closing Remarks
We Look Forward To Seeing You!
THRIVE During The Holidays 2016
Join us Thursday, November 17th at 6:30PM
To learn how you can THRIVE during this holiday season.
Location: Whole Foods Community Room, 230 Bay Place, Oakland, CA 94612 (map)
To learn how you can THRIVE during this holiday season.
Location: Whole Foods Community Room, 230 Bay Place, Oakland, CA 94612 (map)

The holidays can be challenging to navigate if you're on a healing diet. Parties, dinners, family gatherings abound, and it can feel like a stretch to stay on track and feel well as a result during this time of year. Join us - we'll share tips and ideas for thriving on a healing diet during the holidays, so you can fully enjoy them.
In addition to our featured topic, you'll receive tips and recipes forTHRIVING on a gluten-free, anti-allergenic, elimination, Paleo, or anti-inflammatory diet. Whether you’ve recently adopted a healing diet, have been doing it for awhile, or are exploring possibilities, there will be something for you at this Meetup.
Nutritionist and health coach Dawn Preisendorf, MA, NC, CHWC, is facilitating the meeting. You'll walk away with practical eating and lifestyle tips, recipes, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the healing path you're on. Join us!
Please RSVP so we can plan a special evening for you.
Come for free with a gluten and dairy-free snack in hand, or pay $10 and we'll handle the snacks. :-)
Hope to see you there!
Heal Series: Heal Your Gut For The Holidays!
Unlock Your Vitality: 3 Secrets to Reliable All-Day Energy
Join us for our Monthly WOW Talks Lafayette Meetup
Monday, September 19, 2016, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Stillpoint Center for Health Well-being & Renewal
Monday, September 19, 2016, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Stillpoint Center for Health Well-being & Renewal

Dawn Preisendorf will share the hidden reasons you’re feeling more fatigued and foggy than you’d like….and how to naturally unlock all-day energy you can count on.
You'll learn:
• Why the foods you eat (even the “healthy” ones) may be tanking your energy
• Why your gut is your first stop on the road to reclaiming vitality
• How your hormones can support you or sabotage you (and how to get them on your team)
• The one “life-hack” that will keep you effortlessly energized
The Evening's Beautiful Itinerary:
7:00 Registration and networking, buy raffle tickets!
7:30 30-second introductions from each member.
7:45 Speaker: Dawn Preisendorf
8:35 Raffle Prize drawing to share your business (if you have one) and connect with other women.
RSVP Today to Reserve your spot!
You'll learn:
• Why the foods you eat (even the “healthy” ones) may be tanking your energy
• Why your gut is your first stop on the road to reclaiming vitality
• How your hormones can support you or sabotage you (and how to get them on your team)
• The one “life-hack” that will keep you effortlessly energized
The Evening's Beautiful Itinerary:
7:00 Registration and networking, buy raffle tickets!
7:30 30-second introductions from each member.
7:45 Speaker: Dawn Preisendorf
8:35 Raffle Prize drawing to share your business (if you have one) and connect with other women.
RSVP Today to Reserve your spot!
What to Do When Your Healing Diet "Isn't Quite Working"
Join us for our Survive & Thrive on a Healing Diet Meetup
Thursday, September 22, 2016 , 6:30pm-8:00pm
Whole Foods, 230 Bay Place Oakland, CA
Thursday, September 22, 2016 , 6:30pm-8:00pm
Whole Foods, 230 Bay Place Oakland, CA

Maybe you've gone gluten free, eliminated sugar and processed foods, or perhaps undertaken an Autoimmune Paleo or GAPS diet...but you're still not feeling as well as you would like. What to do?
While a healing diet is an integral part of balancing your gut, eliminating food sensitivities, reducing autoimmune activity, decreasing inflammation and more, sometimes it's not enough. If you've tried changing what you're eating and it's not quite working, you'll want to join us for this Meetup.
Functional Nutritionist Dawn Preisendorf will share secrets to successfully using a healing diet to return to health, and how you can personalize your plan to meet your unique needs.
As we do at every meeting, we’ll also share tips, experiences and recipes for THRIVING on a gluten-free, anti-allergenic, elimination, Paleo, low FODMAP or anti-inflammatory diet. Following a healing diet can often feel isolating, so people love the opportunity to connect with others on a similar path.
Whether you’ve recently adopted a healing diet, have been doing it for awhile, or are exploring possibilities, there will be something for you at this Meetup. You'll also walk away with practical eating and lifestyle tips, recipes, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the healing path you're on. Join us at our NEW location at the Oakland Whole Foods!
While a healing diet is an integral part of balancing your gut, eliminating food sensitivities, reducing autoimmune activity, decreasing inflammation and more, sometimes it's not enough. If you've tried changing what you're eating and it's not quite working, you'll want to join us for this Meetup.
Functional Nutritionist Dawn Preisendorf will share secrets to successfully using a healing diet to return to health, and how you can personalize your plan to meet your unique needs.
As we do at every meeting, we’ll also share tips, experiences and recipes for THRIVING on a gluten-free, anti-allergenic, elimination, Paleo, low FODMAP or anti-inflammatory diet. Following a healing diet can often feel isolating, so people love the opportunity to connect with others on a similar path.
Whether you’ve recently adopted a healing diet, have been doing it for awhile, or are exploring possibilities, there will be something for you at this Meetup. You'll also walk away with practical eating and lifestyle tips, recipes, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the healing path you're on. Join us at our NEW location at the Oakland Whole Foods!
Eating & Acupressure for Health: Enhancing Digestion

As a nation, we take an extraordinary amount of over-the-counter and prescription drugs for reflux and other digestive issues. Join special guest, Dawn Preisendorf, to learn how your food choices can help heal and strengthen the WHOLE digestive system. Dawn will share her best eating secrets to heal your gut and keep your belly happy.
Karen Zojaji, L. Ac. will also discuss some common acupressure* points for help with digestive challenges and introduce some important dietary considerations. Gastric acid will be specifically addressed. Often, poor digestion and reflux are assumed to be due to high acid. However, many people experience these conditions due to low acid--which is only aggravated by anti-acids as a long term treatment.
*Acupressure utilizes major acupuncture points to affect changes in the body. Pressure is applied, usually with the fingers, but sometimes with other pressing tools. Various means of stimulating the points will be demonstrated and practiced.
RSVP TODAY and begin healing and strengthening your body from the inside out!
Karen Zojaji, L. Ac. will also discuss some common acupressure* points for help with digestive challenges and introduce some important dietary considerations. Gastric acid will be specifically addressed. Often, poor digestion and reflux are assumed to be due to high acid. However, many people experience these conditions due to low acid--which is only aggravated by anti-acids as a long term treatment.
*Acupressure utilizes major acupuncture points to affect changes in the body. Pressure is applied, usually with the fingers, but sometimes with other pressing tools. Various means of stimulating the points will be demonstrated and practiced.
RSVP TODAY and begin healing and strengthening your body from the inside out!
Unleash Your Feminine Power to Live the Life of Your Dreams
Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same.
Monday, May 16th, 7pm-9pm at Stillpoint Center 953 Mountain View Dr., Lafayette, CA
Monday, May 16th, 7pm-9pm at Stillpoint Center 953 Mountain View Dr., Lafayette, CA

Do you sometimes feel scattered, alone, like you are doing it all? Do you feel like you have to compartmentalize different parts of your life? This month's guest speaker, Laurie Zerga, will guide you through her 3 step process to help you tap into who you are by looking at yourself through different lenses. You'll learn to unleash your inner beauty, while achieving your full potential as you envision it. Laurie's process will allow you to define and step into your dream life.
Tonight's Featured Speaker:
Laurie Zerga is the Founder of Feminine Power Flow. She combines passion for relationships, community, and business to support women.
Tonight's Beautiful Itinerary:
7:00 Registration and networking, buy raffle tickets!
7:25 Introductions
7:45 Speaker #1: Laurie - Feminine Power
8:40 Raffle Prize "shopping" and drawing
Remember to bring RAFFLE gifts to share your products and services. We also have a NETWORKING table so bring your business cards. Raffle gifts are optional, however it is our way of supporting women doing business with each other at The WOW Talks Chapter events. If you don't have your own business, no problem! If you would like to contribute a raffle gift, consider a nurturing gift such as bath salts or flowers, or offer to take another woman out for tea and get to know each other. It is NOT required that you bring a raffle gift.
Tickets are $15 - please RSVP in advance so we can save you a seat!
Spring Cleaning From the Inside Out
Join us Monday, April 11th from 6:30-7:30pm
Life Chiropractic 5330 College Ave Suite 210 Oakland CA
Life Chiropractic 5330 College Ave Suite 210 Oakland CA
Spring is a time of renewal. We're often inspired to deep-clean our homes and clear clutter. But what we often overlook is the "clutter" that can build up in our bodies and minds. This internal "debris" can deplete your energy, increase pain and negatively impact your health.
This spring, clean from the inside out. Join nutritionist Dawn Preisendorf, MA, NC, CHWC, and chiropractor Amy Markhoff, DC on Monday, April 11th and learn eating and lifestyle practices to:
This spring, clean from the inside out. Join nutritionist Dawn Preisendorf, MA, NC, CHWC, and chiropractor Amy Markhoff, DC on Monday, April 11th and learn eating and lifestyle practices to:
- Clear your body's "internal clutter" that is keeping you from feeling your best
- Eat clean for energy and vitality
- Cultivate a greater sense of calm and creativity
The Healing Power of Nature Workshop
Join us Thursday, April 7th from 6:30-8pm
The Abundant Living Center, 1776 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite 106 , Walnut Creek CA
The Abundant Living Center, 1776 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite 106 , Walnut Creek CA

Join Nutritionist Dawn Preisendorf and three other health and wellness providers for a beautiful evening centered around the Healing Power of Nature.
Dawn and Natural Chef Brooke Wilson will share information on the importance of eating seasonally, and how this practice can help support healing. With a focus on mindfulness, we will explore ways to nourish your mind and body with foods found at your local farmer’s market. We’ll talk about the healing power of particular seasonal foods while you enjoy a delicious dish freshly made by Chef Brooke.
Collectively, the evening’s four speakers will cover:
• Why eating seasonally matters
• The healing power of specific seasonal foods
• An experiential technique for grounding and connecting with the earth
• Functional Medicine and Ayurveda approaches to health and healing
• Exciting new research about the healing power of nature
Additional featured speakers include:
Dr. Dawn Jacobson, MD
John Ortiz
Please RSVP so we can save you a seat and some delicious food!
Dawn and Natural Chef Brooke Wilson will share information on the importance of eating seasonally, and how this practice can help support healing. With a focus on mindfulness, we will explore ways to nourish your mind and body with foods found at your local farmer’s market. We’ll talk about the healing power of particular seasonal foods while you enjoy a delicious dish freshly made by Chef Brooke.
Collectively, the evening’s four speakers will cover:
• Why eating seasonally matters
• The healing power of specific seasonal foods
• An experiential technique for grounding and connecting with the earth
• Functional Medicine and Ayurveda approaches to health and healing
• Exciting new research about the healing power of nature
Additional featured speakers include:
Dr. Dawn Jacobson, MD
John Ortiz
Please RSVP so we can save you a seat and some delicious food!
Survive and THRIVE on a Healing Diet
Featured Topic: Leaky Gut: Why it Matters & How to Heal it
Date: Tuesday, March 29rd 6:00 PM- 7:30 PM
at Pacific Integrative & Functional Medicine, 210 Porter Drive Suite 230, San Ramon, CA
Date: Tuesday, March 29rd 6:00 PM- 7:30 PM
at Pacific Integrative & Functional Medicine, 210 Porter Drive Suite 230, San Ramon, CA

It's common for people who can't eat all of the foods they once did to be dealing with Leaky Gut (intestinal permeability) ... Leaky Gut, the featured topic of this month’s Survive and THRIVE on a Healing Diet Meetup, is often among the reasons we can’t tolerate as many foods as we might like to eat.
Join us to learn:
Space is Limited!! Sign up TODAY!
Nutritionist and health coach Dawn Preisendorf, MA, NC, CHWC, is facilitating the meeting. You'll walk away with practical eating and lifestyle tips, recipes, new insights, and most importantly ... optimism about the healing path you're on. Join us!
The cost is $20, but only $10 if you bring a gluten- and dairy-free snack to share!
Join us to learn:
- What is Leaky Gut (intestinal permeability)
- Causes, Symptoms and Health Implications of Leaky Gut
- How to Heal
Space is Limited!! Sign up TODAY!
Nutritionist and health coach Dawn Preisendorf, MA, NC, CHWC, is facilitating the meeting. You'll walk away with practical eating and lifestyle tips, recipes, new insights, and most importantly ... optimism about the healing path you're on. Join us!
The cost is $20, but only $10 if you bring a gluten- and dairy-free snack to share!
The Art of Forgiveness: Discover Freedom!
Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same.
Monday, March 21st, 7pm-9pm at Stillpoint Center 953 Mountain View Dr., Lafayette, CA
Monday, March 21st, 7pm-9pm at Stillpoint Center 953 Mountain View Dr., Lafayette, CA
Evolve into empowerment! Join our special guest, Carolyn CJ Jones, as she presents The Art of Forgiveness: Discover Freedom!
From her interactive talk, you gain: • The beginning of freedom from resentment • Tools to use to mend and heal relationships • More harmony at home and at work • A deeper connection with others and yourself • A method of creating forgiveness for everyone, including you. In this interactive presentation, CJ leads you through an evolution that results in empowerment. Her discussion centers around how to practice willingness, surrender, gratitude, and self-appraisal so you can create compassion and and forgiveness in your life, for yourself and others. Don't miss out on this month's WOW Talks Meetup. |
Real Food Detox Begins in February

Lose Weight, Gain Energy, and Get Great Sleep
Workshop series
Begins Feb. 2 in San Ramon!
Visit our Detox Page to learn more.
Health - Reboot Workshop in San Ramon

Join me in San Ramon Jan. 26th at 6 p.m. PST
Here's what we will cover:
- Keep toxins from sapping your energy, creating body pain and blocking weight loss
- We live in a chemical soup - there are more than 90,000 chemicals in circulation and more being approved every day. We'll talk about how toxins might be keeping you from feeling great and losing weight, and what you can do about it.
- Get better sleep tonight...naturally
- Good sleep is a challenge for just about everyone I talk to. And poor sleep sets us up for low energy, weight gain, difficulty in thinking clearly and more. Before you get hooked on that sleeping pill prescription, learn how to sleep like a baby again without drugs.
- Slash sugar and carb cravings
- I know, sugar and carb cravings can be maddening. And many of us wonder why we can't seem to break the habit. We'll explore underlying reasons that make it difficult or impossible to break sugar habits through willpower alone, and I'll provide tips for kicking cravings to the curb.
If you'd like more info now about our Real-Food Detox, or know you want to sign up, check out this page
Hope to see you at the FREE Health-Reboot Workshop on Jan. 26th at 6pm in San Ramon!
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Beyond Resolutions: Create Lasting Change in Your Life This Year.
Monday, January 18th 7:00 pm at Stillpoint Center 953 Mountain View Dr., Lafayette, CA

January is the time for new year's resolutions. While we often begin the year with gusto, how many times have you been burned out or tossed aside your resolution by March?
Make this the year that you create lasting change in the most important areas of your life. We've assembled a team of 4 experts to support you in making your resolution a permanent reality in the areas of:
• Body Image - Liberate your body and ignite your life
• Eating - Enjoy food more this year, and finally escape the diet trap
• Self-Blame - Kiss your inner critic goodbye
• Relationships - Experience the freedom of staying calm and responding rather than reacting in any relationship situation
Don't miss this month's powerful WOW Talks Meetup - these four ladies are at your service to help ensure 2016 is the year you make a real difference in your life. REGISTER NOW!
Eating for Energy - WOW Talk Event

Have you been feeling more tired and sluggish in the past months or years? Are you more stressed or dependent on caffeine than you think you ought to be? Do you know you could eat better, but are confused about how to go about it?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you won’t want to miss Eating for Energy. What and how we eat can make a huge difference on how energized, alert and healthy we feel.
You'll learn:
• Food's pivotal role in energy and vitality, and what can cause a fallout
• Tasty and easy ways to supercharge your meals and snacks
• Practical steps for staying alert and productive all day without needing a caffeine lifeline.
Activate Your Intuition for Vitality and Success
Monday, October 19th 7:00 pm at Stillpoint Center 953 Mountain View Dr., Lafayette, CA

Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same. [new paragraph] Our guest speaker this month is Sarah Wayne.
Join Sarah for an engaging and exciting experience! What would life be like if you activated your greatest gifts, strengths, and potentials? How would you feel if your intuition easily guided you to a life of abundance and joy?
This talk is for you whether you have been honing your intuition skills for years or you are new to exploring it.
Sarah believes the most valuable awareness to have is to ‘know thyself’… your TRUE self! Through activating your intuition, a natural skill we all have, and applying basic physics you will align with what you need, when you need it! Sarah unveils critical steps to open up the power of intuition so you let go of fear and shift into peace and trust. She has spent over a decade developing a formula to bring you back into wholeness and live your highest potential. Your birthright is to enjoy vitality and success!
You will learn:
• How to release blocks, patterns, and old energy that keep you sick and stuck
• 3 keys to develop intuition so you feel grounded and confident in your decisions
• What your mind is really for
• The 5 phase Integration Formula to access your highest potential
Join Sarah for an engaging and exciting experience! What would life be like if you activated your greatest gifts, strengths, and potentials? How would you feel if your intuition easily guided you to a life of abundance and joy?
This talk is for you whether you have been honing your intuition skills for years or you are new to exploring it.
Sarah believes the most valuable awareness to have is to ‘know thyself’… your TRUE self! Through activating your intuition, a natural skill we all have, and applying basic physics you will align with what you need, when you need it! Sarah unveils critical steps to open up the power of intuition so you let go of fear and shift into peace and trust. She has spent over a decade developing a formula to bring you back into wholeness and live your highest potential. Your birthright is to enjoy vitality and success!
You will learn:
• How to release blocks, patterns, and old energy that keep you sick and stuck
• 3 keys to develop intuition so you feel grounded and confident in your decisions
• What your mind is really for
• The 5 phase Integration Formula to access your highest potential
Virtual
Quick Cleanse begins May 27, 2015!
Reboot Your Health in Just 14 Days.
Join us from anywhere for Quick Cleanse!
We begin May 27th at 5 p.m. PST
Cleanses can be a great way to restore energy, kick-start clean eating, decrease pain and lose some belly fat. My 14-Day Quick Cleanse will help you do that - all while eating yummy, fresh whole food.
Many people try to do cleanses or detoxes on their own and have a hard time being successful. With Quick Cleanse, you get the support of a group, and an experienced nutritionist - ME, Dawn Preisendorf - to help you make it happen. I've included absolutely everything you'll need - except for food - at an affordable price. Check it out!
Health-Reboot Workshop - FREE Live Virtual Event - May 13th

Join by phone from anywhere May 13th at 5 p.m. PST
If you missed the chance to RSVP by 4 p.m. today, simply dial in to the call at 916.235.1003 or 510.281.1111 and use one of these PIN numbers: 578593, 500312, or 439903.
Hope to talk to you at 5!
I'm packing this call with tons of great information and practical tips that you can immediately put into use. Here's what we'll cover:
- Keep toxins from sapping energy, creating body pain, and blocking weight loss
- Get better sleep tonight...naturally
- Slash sugar and carb cravings
You'll walk away with ideas, insights and inspiration to reboot your health now.
I'll also share info about my upcoming Quick Cleanse. Health-Reboot workshop participants can take advantage of special bonuses if they sign up for Quick Cleanse.
Survive and THRIVE on a Healing Diet
Featured Topic: Seasonal Eating
Date: Monday, March 23rd 7:00 PM- 8:30 PM
at Stillpoint Center for Health, Wellbeing and Renewal in Lafayette, CA
Date: Monday, March 23rd 7:00 PM- 8:30 PM
at Stillpoint Center for Health, Wellbeing and Renewal in Lafayette, CA

We tend to more effectively digest and assimilate foods to receive their full nutrient value when we eat in alignment with the flow of seasons. We are so lucky in California to have an abundance of choices in all seasons. Join us for a seasonal, healing-diet friendly cooking demo and learn how to easily eat seasonally on a healing diet.
Our featured topic for this meetup is Seasonal Eating on a Healing Diet. Nutritionist and health coach Dawn Preinsendorf, MA, NC, CHWC will be joined by Susie Marie from Sweet Life Specialty Food. She is a whiz at cooking up tasty, healthy, Paleo and allergy-friendly foods. You'll get to sample the seasonal vegetable creations she prepares during the cooking demo, and I hear she's bringing some extra goodies as well.
We'll also be offering samples and coupons from Simple Squares, a certified Paleo, gluten free, organic nutrition bar made with 5 ingredients. Yum!
The cost is only $15 with snacks and a cooking demo included! Join Us!

Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at 5:30 p.m.
At BreatheMoveBeWell Pilates Holistic Studio in Orinda: 1 Northwood Drive, #4
Join us for an amazing evening that will tantalize your senses, and feed your mind and body!
Healthy Happy Hour attendees can take advantage of special bonuses if they pre-register for New Dawn Wellness's 28-day guided Real-Food Detox program starting Jan. 27th.
At BreatheMoveBeWell Pilates Holistic Studio in Orinda: 1 Northwood Drive, #4
Join us for an amazing evening that will tantalize your senses, and feed your mind and body!
- Sample tasty, healthy, energizing smoothies.
- Learn more about detoxification and its effect on your health.
- Relax with a complimentary chair massage.
- Win fabulous raffle prizes and connect with others who value health and wellness.
- Check out a Pilates training demo.
- Get info about our Real-Food Detox that starts Jan. 27th!
Healthy Happy Hour attendees can take advantage of special bonuses if they pre-register for New Dawn Wellness's 28-day guided Real-Food Detox program starting Jan. 27th.
Escape the Diet Trap:
Empower Yourself to Long-Term Health through Food
Empower Yourself to Long-Term Health through Food

Monday, January 19, 2015
7 - 9 p.m.
953 Mountain View Dr, Lafayette, CA 94549, at New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office
The holidays can be a time of indulgence, and then January hits. Many women find themselves starting a new diet that’s “guaranteed” to work, getting a gym membership, or doing a juice cleanse. These are all healthful steps, but how much does this January look like last January? And what happened along the way to last year’s new diet or superfood that was going to change everything?
Let’s make this year different.
Instead of falling into the diet trap, join us to learn how to empower yourself to true health for years to come. Dawn will be illuminating what gets in the way of our ability to lose weight, debunking common health myths, and supporting you in creating long-term health through food.
We’ll explore:
• 3 surprising myths about what “healthy eating” is
• 2 invisible factors that can sabotage your ability to stay healthy and maintain a healthy weight…and what to do about them
• How to make it easy and fun to eat healthy for the long haul
• Why true nourishment extends far beyond what we eat
This will be a lively, interactive Meetup, and you’ll be sure to take away sustainable healthy eating tips that you can implement right away.
Learn More and RSVP...
The WOW Talks Lafayette
Women's Holiday Celebration! Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same. |

Our WOW! Women's holiday celebration is Dec. 15th at 7 p.m. at New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office.
Step out of the holiday hub-bub to relax, reflect and mingle at this interactive holiday event! Bring a wrapped gift valued at $10 to exchange in our SECRET SANTA event. Take time out to celebrate YOU with a group of fabulous women!
We'll spend a little time reflecting on this past year – our successes, our struggles, and our milestones. Then we’ll move into creating our intentions for next year.
We are going to have FUN tonight with a Secret Santa event so bring your wrapped gift to share with the women. This is your ticket into this event!
We’ll provide desserts, appetizers and beverages to share. YES RAFFLES TOO! For those of you with products and businesses to share, we will ALSO have a raffle to share your SOUL purpose with the group.
We have a cozy space that is perfect for taking time out of the busy season to relax, reflect, and have fun with a group of fabulous women!
Please bring a friend and RSVP so I can prepare a beautiful evening for you.
Step out of the holiday hub-bub to relax, reflect and mingle at this interactive holiday event! Bring a wrapped gift valued at $10 to exchange in our SECRET SANTA event. Take time out to celebrate YOU with a group of fabulous women!
We'll spend a little time reflecting on this past year – our successes, our struggles, and our milestones. Then we’ll move into creating our intentions for next year.
We are going to have FUN tonight with a Secret Santa event so bring your wrapped gift to share with the women. This is your ticket into this event!
We’ll provide desserts, appetizers and beverages to share. YES RAFFLES TOO! For those of you with products and businesses to share, we will ALSO have a raffle to share your SOUL purpose with the group.
We have a cozy space that is perfect for taking time out of the busy season to relax, reflect, and have fun with a group of fabulous women!
Please bring a friend and RSVP so I can prepare a beautiful evening for you.


THRIVE During the Holidays on a Healing Diet
Survive and THRIVE on a Healing Diet, November meeting
November 24, 2014 7-8:30 p.m.
At New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office: 953 Mountain View Drive
The holidays can be a challenging time to be on a healing diet. Temptations abound, and it can be easy to eat foods that we know make us feel ill or cause us to move away from rather than toward our health goals.
I've definitely been there - I am gluten and dairy free and have spent one too many Christmases eating mom's homemade cookies that are out on the counter taunting me 24/7. As a result, I spent much of those holidays in a haze and in pain. But I operate differently now. From my own experiences, working through challenges with my clients, and a holistic, mind-body nutrition education, I've learned ways to stop self-sabotaging during the holidays, and can now enjoy them a whole lot more. Join me to learn how, share your tips and experiences, and get support as we move into the holidays.
The cost is $20, or $10 if you bring a gluten and dairy free snack to share. Hope to see you there!
Please Purchase a Ticket to Reserve Your Space
As always, you'll walk away with practical eating and lifestyle tips, recipes, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the healing path you're on. Join us!
The cost is $20, but only $10 if you bring a gluten-and-dairy-free snack to share!
Learn more and RSVP!

Balanced Indulgence: Enjoy the Holidays Without Guilt
(so you don't NEED a resolution on Jan. 1st)
Join me Dec. 2!
The holidays are close at hand, and while it's a joyous time of year, there can be a lot of angst that accompanies the holidays. Like how to get through the holiday season without blowing all work we've done on our health and fitness this year. And the balancing act of enjoying the holidays and indulging without obsessing about food and the scale. Or deciding to just throw up our hands and deal with it Jan. 1st.
The holidays don't have to be like this. I'm here to tell you that a free-spirited, energized, body-loving, guilt-free holiday IS possible, and I've created a program to support you in getting there. It's called Balanced Indulgence, and we start Nov. 18. I hope you'll be there.
Learn more...
(so you don't NEED a resolution on Jan. 1st)
Join me Dec. 2!
The holidays are close at hand, and while it's a joyous time of year, there can be a lot of angst that accompanies the holidays. Like how to get through the holiday season without blowing all work we've done on our health and fitness this year. And the balancing act of enjoying the holidays and indulging without obsessing about food and the scale. Or deciding to just throw up our hands and deal with it Jan. 1st.
The holidays don't have to be like this. I'm here to tell you that a free-spirited, energized, body-loving, guilt-free holiday IS possible, and I've created a program to support you in getting there. It's called Balanced Indulgence, and we start Nov. 18. I hope you'll be there.
Learn more...
Eating for Energy Workshop
Nov. 10 in Walnut Creek
Nov. 10 in Walnut Creek

The WOW Talks Lafayette Chapter - October Meeting
Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their own wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same.
Our next meeting is Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. at New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office.
Our Oct. speaker is Lisa Morningstar, and the featured topic is The FUNdamentals of Creating Strong Connections.
As women, we use our innate feminine abilities to give and receive support, to connect with others and to enrich friendships. We know that the strength of our relationships -- both in business and our personal lives -- can make or break how successful, happy, and at peace we feel. Even so, we may still notice our stomach tightening as we walk into a crowded networking event, avoid a girlfriend we’re frustrated with, or navigate a conversation with our partner in a less-than-productive-way.
Our October Meetup is an opportunity to celebrate the power of connection and develop skills to deepen connections in a unique and expansive way.
Lisa Morningstar will lead us in playful exercises that:
• Give us a way to develop rapport more quickly
• Induce creativity, bonding and laughter
• Boost your sense of freedom
• Express your individuality
• Help us collaborate and move forward with a plan.
You will walk away feeling refreshed and alive. And you’ll take home some new communication tools and playful exercises that you can easily integrate into your personal and professional life. Join us!
Learn more and RSVP
Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their own wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same.
Our next meeting is Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. at New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office.
Our Oct. speaker is Lisa Morningstar, and the featured topic is The FUNdamentals of Creating Strong Connections.
As women, we use our innate feminine abilities to give and receive support, to connect with others and to enrich friendships. We know that the strength of our relationships -- both in business and our personal lives -- can make or break how successful, happy, and at peace we feel. Even so, we may still notice our stomach tightening as we walk into a crowded networking event, avoid a girlfriend we’re frustrated with, or navigate a conversation with our partner in a less-than-productive-way.
Our October Meetup is an opportunity to celebrate the power of connection and develop skills to deepen connections in a unique and expansive way.
Lisa Morningstar will lead us in playful exercises that:
• Give us a way to develop rapport more quickly
• Induce creativity, bonding and laughter
• Boost your sense of freedom
• Express your individuality
• Help us collaborate and move forward with a plan.
You will walk away feeling refreshed and alive. And you’ll take home some new communication tools and playful exercises that you can easily integrate into your personal and professional life. Join us!
Learn more and RSVP

Tasty, Easy Substitutions for Allergenic Foods
Survive and THRIVE on a Special Diet, October meeting
October 27, 2014 7-8:30 p.m.
At New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office: 953 Mountain View Drive
Sometimes when we begin a healing diet, we're have to leave out foods that we were used to eating...which causes us to spend a lot of time experimenting and worrying about what to eat instead. We find that a lot of allergen-free packaged foods aren't as healthy as we'd like, but we don't want to spend all day in the kitchen. Even if we've been following a healing eating plan for awhile, we can sometimes get into a rut, or miss foods that we used to eat way back when.
This month's Survive and THRIVE on a Healing Diet is dedicated to helping you eat healthy and satisfying foods, and enjoy food without feeling deprived or chained to your stove. We'll share tons of tasty, healthy and satisfying food substitutions for people who following a gluten free, anti-inflammatory, low-allergen, Paleo or other healing diet.
Nutritionist and health coach Dawn Preisendorf will be joined by Ryannah Tannarome, who began cooking healthy, tasty food about the same time she started walking. When Ryannah learned she was gluten intolerant and experienced health challenges - she upped the ante - experimenting with healthy, tasty and easy dishes free from grains and common allergens. Ryannah has got the goods on staying satisfied while on a healing diet without spending hours in the kitchen...and she's ready to share, so don't miss this meeting!
As always, you'll walk away with practical eating and lifestyle tips, recipes, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the healing path you're on. Join us!
The cost is $20, but only $10 if you bring a gluten-and-dairy-free snack to share!
Learn more and RSVP!
Survive and THRIVE on a Special Diet, October meeting
October 27, 2014 7-8:30 p.m.
At New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office: 953 Mountain View Drive
Sometimes when we begin a healing diet, we're have to leave out foods that we were used to eating...which causes us to spend a lot of time experimenting and worrying about what to eat instead. We find that a lot of allergen-free packaged foods aren't as healthy as we'd like, but we don't want to spend all day in the kitchen. Even if we've been following a healing eating plan for awhile, we can sometimes get into a rut, or miss foods that we used to eat way back when.
This month's Survive and THRIVE on a Healing Diet is dedicated to helping you eat healthy and satisfying foods, and enjoy food without feeling deprived or chained to your stove. We'll share tons of tasty, healthy and satisfying food substitutions for people who following a gluten free, anti-inflammatory, low-allergen, Paleo or other healing diet.
Nutritionist and health coach Dawn Preisendorf will be joined by Ryannah Tannarome, who began cooking healthy, tasty food about the same time she started walking. When Ryannah learned she was gluten intolerant and experienced health challenges - she upped the ante - experimenting with healthy, tasty and easy dishes free from grains and common allergens. Ryannah has got the goods on staying satisfied while on a healing diet without spending hours in the kitchen...and she's ready to share, so don't miss this meeting!
As always, you'll walk away with practical eating and lifestyle tips, recipes, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the healing path you're on. Join us!
The cost is $20, but only $10 if you bring a gluten-and-dairy-free snack to share!
Learn more and RSVP!

Gluten Intolerance: Fad or Fact?
Survive and THRIVE on a Special Diet, August meeting
August 25, 2014 7-8:30 p.m.
At New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office: 953 Mountain View Drive
Are you curious about all the hype surrounding gluten? Wondering if going gluten-free is really a healthful choice or just a fad? Or, have you already decided to go gluten-free and need some support? If any of these questions apply to you, join us to explore the facts and myths surrounding gluten intolerance and Celiac Disease.
You’ll learn more about gluten intolerance and its effects on health, to help you decide what’s best for you. The workshop is facilitated by nutritionist and health coach Dawn Preisendorf. You'll walk away with practical eating and lifestyle tips, recipes, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the healing path you're on. Join us!
The cost is $20, but only $10 if you bring a gluten-and-dairy-free snack to share!
Learn more and RSVP!
Photo credit: Thinkstock
Survive and THRIVE on a Special Diet, August meeting
August 25, 2014 7-8:30 p.m.
At New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office: 953 Mountain View Drive
Are you curious about all the hype surrounding gluten? Wondering if going gluten-free is really a healthful choice or just a fad? Or, have you already decided to go gluten-free and need some support? If any of these questions apply to you, join us to explore the facts and myths surrounding gluten intolerance and Celiac Disease.
You’ll learn more about gluten intolerance and its effects on health, to help you decide what’s best for you. The workshop is facilitated by nutritionist and health coach Dawn Preisendorf. You'll walk away with practical eating and lifestyle tips, recipes, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the healing path you're on. Join us!
The cost is $20, but only $10 if you bring a gluten-and-dairy-free snack to share!
Learn more and RSVP!
Photo credit: Thinkstock

Healthy Happy Hour!
August 13, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Sept. 10, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
At BreatheMoveBeWell Pilates Holistic Studio in Orinda: 1 Northwoods Drive, #4
Join us for a Healthy Happy Hour! Have a great time mingling and connecting with health-conscious people, while sampling tasty, refreshing smoothies. Plus, learn 3 powerful techniques to detox your body so you can increase energy, get your metabolism working for you, and balance hormones.
Nutritionist & Health Coach Dawn Preisendorf is hosting this event, and she'll be happy to answer your health and nutrition questions while sipping yummy, healthy smoothies.
Healthy Happy Hour attendees can take advantage of special bonuses if they pre-register for New Dawn Wellness's 28-day guided Real-Food Detox program starting Sept. 18.
August 13, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Sept. 10, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
At BreatheMoveBeWell Pilates Holistic Studio in Orinda: 1 Northwoods Drive, #4
Join us for a Healthy Happy Hour! Have a great time mingling and connecting with health-conscious people, while sampling tasty, refreshing smoothies. Plus, learn 3 powerful techniques to detox your body so you can increase energy, get your metabolism working for you, and balance hormones.
Nutritionist & Health Coach Dawn Preisendorf is hosting this event, and she'll be happy to answer your health and nutrition questions while sipping yummy, healthy smoothies.
Healthy Happy Hour attendees can take advantage of special bonuses if they pre-register for New Dawn Wellness's 28-day guided Real-Food Detox program starting Sept. 18.
Survive
Featured Topic: Cultivating Nourishment (Not Deprivation!) (and Thrive!) on a Special Diet
Date: July, 7-8:30 p.m.
at New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office: 953 Mountain View Drive
Featured Topic: Cultivating Nourishment (Not Deprivation!) (and Thrive!) on a Special Diet
Date: July, 7-8:30 p.m.
at New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office: 953 Mountain View Drive

Taking on a gluten-free, anti-allergenic, elimination, Paleo, or anti-inflammatory diet...or think you (or your child) should consider it to support your health? Learn tips for transitioning to a new eating plan with little effort or difficulty...and lots of fun and satisfaction! Eating foods that YOUR body likes can be so therapeutic, and make you feel great!
Our featured topic for this session is Cultivating Nourishment (not Deprivation!). Whether you're newly transitioning into a special diet or have been at it for a while, it can be easy to fall into the trap of feeling like there are not enough food choices. We'll discuss how to care for yourself so you feel nourished and satisfied no matter what kind of special diet you're on. The meeting includes both learning and sharing of our experiences, tips and recipes. This session will be led by nutritionist consultants Lily Suggs and Dawn Preisendorf. You'll walk away from this workshop with tips, recipes, sample meal plans, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the path you're on. Join us!
The cost is $20, but only $10 if you bring a gluten-and-dairy-free snack to share!
! RSVP Now
Can't make it on June 23? Contact us if you'd like to be notified of future dates and times.
Our featured topic for this session is Cultivating Nourishment (not Deprivation!). Whether you're newly transitioning into a special diet or have been at it for a while, it can be easy to fall into the trap of feeling like there are not enough food choices. We'll discuss how to care for yourself so you feel nourished and satisfied no matter what kind of special diet you're on. The meeting includes both learning and sharing of our experiences, tips and recipes. This session will be led by nutritionist consultants Lily Suggs and Dawn Preisendorf. You'll walk away from this workshop with tips, recipes, sample meal plans, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the path you're on. Join us!
The cost is $20, but only $10 if you bring a gluten-and-dairy-free snack to share!
! RSVP Now
Can't make it on June 23? Contact us if you'd like to be notified of future dates and times.

The WOW Talks Lafayette Chapter
Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their own wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same.
Our next meeting is July 21 at 7 p.m. at New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office
Our July speaker is Lina Quesada, and the featured topic is Fail More!
Fail More! addresses the need to re-define the old belief in fear of failure that no longer serves our 21st century consciousness – Shifting to one that recognizes the value of failure, as information, clarity and an opportunity to make a different choice or correction. Lina Quesada, licensed Spiritual Counselor, will address the necessity for failure and the inspiration that comes from being in the “I don’t know” of life.
About the speaker:
Lina Quesada RScP, a licensed Spiritual Counselor, is currently based out of the Oakland Center for Spiritual Living in CA. She came to the bay area from the highly esteemed Agape International Spiritual Center in L. A. founded by Rev. Dr. Michael Beckwith, featured on Oprah and in the film, “The Secret”. Lina has been practicing for 10 years and is a perceptive listener, an inspirational counselor and a powerful speaker.
Learn more and RSVP
Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their own wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same.
Our next meeting is July 21 at 7 p.m. at New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office
Our July speaker is Lina Quesada, and the featured topic is Fail More!
Fail More! addresses the need to re-define the old belief in fear of failure that no longer serves our 21st century consciousness – Shifting to one that recognizes the value of failure, as information, clarity and an opportunity to make a different choice or correction. Lina Quesada, licensed Spiritual Counselor, will address the necessity for failure and the inspiration that comes from being in the “I don’t know” of life.
About the speaker:
Lina Quesada RScP, a licensed Spiritual Counselor, is currently based out of the Oakland Center for Spiritual Living in CA. She came to the bay area from the highly esteemed Agape International Spiritual Center in L. A. founded by Rev. Dr. Michael Beckwith, featured on Oprah and in the film, “The Secret”. Lina has been practicing for 10 years and is a perceptive listener, an inspirational counselor and a powerful speaker.
Learn more and RSVP
How to Survive (and Thrive!) on a Special Diet
Featured Topic: Leaky Gut
June 23, 7-8:30 p.m.
at New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office: 953 Mountain View Drive
Featured Topic: Leaky Gut
June 23, 7-8:30 p.m.
at New Dawn Wellness's Lafayette office: 953 Mountain View Drive

Taking on a gluten-free, anti-allergenic, elimination, Paleo, or anti-inflammatory diet...or think you (or your child) should consider it to support your health? Learn tips for transitioning to a new eating plan with little effort or difficulty...and lots of fun and satisfaction! Eating foods that YOUR body likes can be so therapeutic, and make you feel great!
Our featured topic for this session is Leaky Gut. Each session includes both learning and sharing of our experiences, tips and recipes. The program is led by nutritionist and health coach Dawn Preisendorf. You'll walk away from this workshop with tips, recipes, sample meal plans, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the path you're on. Join us!
RSVP Now!
Can't make it on June 23? Contact us if you'd like to be notified of future dates and times.
Our featured topic for this session is Leaky Gut. Each session includes both learning and sharing of our experiences, tips and recipes. The program is led by nutritionist and health coach Dawn Preisendorf. You'll walk away from this workshop with tips, recipes, sample meal plans, new insights, and most importantly...optimism about the path you're on. Join us!
RSVP Now!
Can't make it on June 23? Contact us if you'd like to be notified of future dates and times.

Women & Stress: The Power of Connection
Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their own wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same.
Our next meeting is June 16 at 7 p.m.
Our June speaker is Dawn Preisendorf:
Women & Stress: The Power of Connection
We’ve heard about the “fight or flight” theory of stress response, but it turns out that doesn’t tell the whole story for women. As women, the ways we go about managing stress matter. Learn the unique needs women have for mitigating stress, and why meaningful connection with others is essential for our well-being. During this Meetup, we'll have plenty of time to share, dream, and experience what less stress in our lives looks and feels like. Join us to learn more, and leave with tools and inspiration to stay relaxed, optimistic and balanced in your own life!
Learn more and RSVP
Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their own wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same.
Our next meeting is June 16 at 7 p.m.
Our June speaker is Dawn Preisendorf:
Women & Stress: The Power of Connection
We’ve heard about the “fight or flight” theory of stress response, but it turns out that doesn’t tell the whole story for women. As women, the ways we go about managing stress matter. Learn the unique needs women have for mitigating stress, and why meaningful connection with others is essential for our well-being. During this Meetup, we'll have plenty of time to share, dream, and experience what less stress in our lives looks and feels like. Join us to learn more, and leave with tools and inspiration to stay relaxed, optimistic and balanced in your own life!
Learn more and RSVP

Women & Stress: The Power of Connection
May 22, 2014
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Kaiser Permanente Fabiola Building
3801 Howe Street, Oakland CA
Basement Rooms G26/27
FREE and open to the public.
May 22, 2014
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Kaiser Permanente Fabiola Building
3801 Howe Street, Oakland CA
Basement Rooms G26/27
FREE and open to the public.
We’ve heard about the “fight or flight” theory of stress response, but it turns out that doesn’t tell the whole story for women. Newer studies find that for women, meaningful connection with others is essential to keep stress from getting the best of us. Join us to learn more -- leave with specific practices to alleviate stress in “everyday life” when a spa day or retreat is nowhere in sight.
Dawn Preisendorf will be giving this talk. No need to RSVP - just show up!
Dawn Preisendorf will be giving this talk. No need to RSVP - just show up!

The WOW Talks Lafayette Chapter
Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their own wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same.
Our next meeting is May 19 at 7 p.m.
Our May speaker is Marta Maria Marraccini:
Eat, Pray and Self Acceptance? Understanding the difference between self esteem and self acceptance will radically and positively impact your life. Self Acceptance is magical in that it can GIFT you freedom and spaciousness from the prison of your negative self talk, and sabotage behavior. That’s EXCELLENT news! But how do we accept ourselves? Our special guest speaker Marta Maria says, “Self Acceptance isn’t a destination but rather it’s a personal growth path. Because let’s face it, if we could all just choose self acceptance…we would.” So if you have a desire for more FREEDOM and a willingness to integrate playful tools you may be asking yourself, “ What is Self Acceptance?” and “How can I get some?” Ladies, join us May 19th for a captivating evening as Marta Maria reveals her self acceptance secrets through understanding Quantum Belief, psychosocial studies, and the power of your own consciousness.
Learn more and RSVP
Dawn Preisendorf hosts this monthly gathering of women who want to invest in their own wellness, success and fulfillment, and support others in doing the same.
Our next meeting is May 19 at 7 p.m.
Our May speaker is Marta Maria Marraccini:
Eat, Pray and Self Acceptance? Understanding the difference between self esteem and self acceptance will radically and positively impact your life. Self Acceptance is magical in that it can GIFT you freedom and spaciousness from the prison of your negative self talk, and sabotage behavior. That’s EXCELLENT news! But how do we accept ourselves? Our special guest speaker Marta Maria says, “Self Acceptance isn’t a destination but rather it’s a personal growth path. Because let’s face it, if we could all just choose self acceptance…we would.” So if you have a desire for more FREEDOM and a willingness to integrate playful tools you may be asking yourself, “ What is Self Acceptance?” and “How can I get some?” Ladies, join us May 19th for a captivating evening as Marta Maria reveals her self acceptance secrets through understanding Quantum Belief, psychosocial studies, and the power of your own consciousness.
Learn more and RSVP

Detox 360 - Lose Weight, Gain Energy, and Get Great Sleep
Workshop series
Begins May 8, 2014 Live via Web meeting. Join from anywhere!
Visit our Detox Page to learn more.
Workshop series
Begins May 8, 2014 Live via Web meeting. Join from anywhere!
Visit our Detox Page to learn more.

Go From Exhausted to Energized
workshop & yoga
March 17, 2014 in Berkeley
Are you finding yourself more tired than you used to be or relying on a caffeine lifeline to get through the day? The reasons your energy is tanking might not be what you think. Join us to learn the causes of fatigue and what you can do to immediately boost your energy.
This workshop might be for you if:
• Your energy mainly comes from a coffee cup
• Good sleep is a distant memory
• You’re curious if your food choices affect how energized you are
• Fatigue is interfering with work, play, family time or enjoyment of life
• Stress is wiping you out
Join us to get energized with New Dawn Wellness' Dawn Preisendorf and Saraswati Clere of Yoga Kula.
When: Monday, March 17 from 7:30pm – 9pm.
Where: Yoga Kula, 1700 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley
Suggested Donation: $10
RSVP on our Facebook page