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Admission $5 (Kids under 12 free) JOIN US for the latest in holistic and new enlightening presentations, the BEST advances in alternative health awareness, and the nation’s finest selections of psychics, mediums,and readers. From astrology to Reiki masters – to Doctors, nutritionists, fitness experts, and life enhancement specialists, we present an eclectic variety of exhibitors. Informative, enlightening, & the MOST knowledgeable FREE presentations are included with admission!!! The Expo will have you feeling exhilarated the entire day!! READINGS: Connect face-to-face with gifted astrologers, clairvoyants, tarot readers, psychics, mediums and more. Appointments may be made in advance by calling (414) 349-4932 or sign up the day of event.

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Contents 16 OPEN THE HEART AT MIDWEST YOGA AND KIRTAN FEST

17 YOGA MEETS LIFEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS Tapping into Our True Nature

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WHY OUR BODY LOVES YOGA Gentle Poses Foster Flexibility

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LIVING WITH CAT ALLERGIES

Simple Home Solutions that Help

28 BUILD A BENTO BOX LUNCH FOR KIDS Pack Five Foods for Fun, Flavor and Health

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Decades of corporate mergers have reduced ownership of our airwaves to just six major corporations. While the mainstream news outlets may be convenient sources of quick information, they often latch onto attention-grabbing and polarizing controversy, utilizing alarming, divisive and extreme-sounding headlines and storylines that trigger our instinctual reactions and ignite controversy and conflict. The real stories underlying national and world events are deeper and more complex; there are more players and perspectives to consider and more stones to overturn. Media operating outside the large conglomerates have more freedom to question the simplified mainstream narrative and dig deeper. Natural Awakenings is just one of many publications delivering cutting-edge information about natural, noninvasive, non-pharmaceutical health remedies presented by health and wellness advocates, scientists and researchers. Natural healing and life-sustaining solutions that contradict much of the mainstream medical narrative and circumvent the pockets of pharmaceutical companies garner little attention from major media conglomerates. How lucky we are to have other outlets for independent thinkers and voices, and how critical it is that we strive to support all outlets of free speech and thought. Recently, the United States has experienced censorship attempts and attacks on all forms of media—both mainstream and independent. Attempts to censor journalists leads down a slippery and treacherous slope. We should each consider how our individual political and social perspectives affect our way of interpreting the stories and views expressed by news outlets and journalists. Even those we may not respect have a right to exist and be protected under our precious First Amendment. While we are deluged with information at our fingertips around the clock, instead of censoring the opinions and speech of others, it is our right—and in fact, our responsibility—as citizens of this great country to be discerning consumers of media and seek truth, wherever it might be. May we be united in the power of free thought, Gabriella Buchnik, Publisher

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Heal the Past and Enjoy Present Happiness Through Mindfulness Workshop

n Wednesdays from October 17 through December 12, psychologist Susan Trafton will lead an eight-week class—Engage the Body, Open the Heart, Heal the Mind— at GreenSquare Integrative Health Care Center from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The class will teach mindfulness practices for the reduction of stress and overall well-being. Mindfulness techniques provide methods of skillfully managing feelings, thoughts and body sensations that arise from present stress or past psychological wounds. With mindfulness, the past heals, and present happiness is less likely to be sabotaged by current stress and worry. Current cuttingedge neuroscience supporting the efficacy of meditation and mindfulness will be presented. Utilizing the neuroplasticity of the brain and techniques for sustainable Dr. Susan Trafton happiness will be taught. During week one of the class, participants will learn the basic skills of meditation and mindfulness. Week two will encompass breathing techniques to enhance health and well-being, as well as to lessen symptoms of emotional and physical distress. The remaining six weeks will focus on mindfulness of feelings, thoughts and body sensations. Participants will be taught how to live skillfully with emotions as they arise; how to respond to life rather than react; how to be aware of their personal thought process; and how to choose thoughts rather than be controlled by them. They will also learn relaxation and guided imagery techniques. Trafton has taught mindfulness classes for 10 years to college students and adults. C

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r. Mary Simon, a naturopathic doctor, is now accepting patients at Natural Health Services, located on Milwaukee’s East Side. Simon’s clinical interests include chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity and diabetes, as well as pediatrics and women’s health, including supporting natural pregnancies. Simon offers free 10-minute phone consultations to prospective patients so that they can learn how naturopathic medicine can help them. Simon earned her Doctorate of Naturopathic Dr. Mary Simon Medicine from the National University of Health Sciences, an accredited naturopathic medical school. She’s passionate about helping people address underlying causes of illness, thereby decreasing disease and improving their overall well-being. With doctoral-level coursework in clinical nutrition, botanicals, homeopathy and hydrotherapy, she feels equipped to help people support the body naturally and safely. Location: 1428 N. Farwell Ave., Milwaukee. For more information, call 414-278-8922, email NaturalHealthServices@yahoo.com or visit NHS1428.com. See ad, page 17.

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School of Sound and Healing Fall Certification Program

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ngel Light Center for the Healing Arts, a resource for health, healing and spiritual development, begins its School of Sound and Healing fall certification program November 2 through 4, in Elm Grove. Experienced music and sound instructors will teach students how sound affects humans physiologically, psychologically, emotionally and spiritually. The School of Sound and Healing is held the first weekend of every month from November through April, with classes from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday evenings; 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays; and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sundays. Students will learn to use tuning forks, Himalayan and crystal singing bowls, tingshas, gongs, African drums and Peruvian whistling vessels. They will learn vocal and humming techniques to harmonize the body and experience songs, chants and healing rituals of different cultures, along with 20 sound protocols that can be used in the healing room. Cost: $325 per weekend or $1750 (a $200 savings) when paid in full prior to first day of class. Location: 13300 Watertown Plank Rd., Elm Grove. For more information, call 262-787-3001, email AngelLightQuestions@gmail.com or visit AngelLightLLC.com/ cdSound.htm. See Community Resource Guide listing, page 39.

Experience the Plant-Based Lifestyle at Vegan Sol Food & Drink Expo

he Vegan Sol Food & Drink Expo, an event celebrating all aspects of vegan lifestyles, takes place 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, September 22 at Nicolet High School, in Glendale. The event will feature plant-based restaurants, caterers, chefs, eco-friendly kitchenware, and vegan food and drink businesses in the Midwest. Attendees can listen to educational food lectures, see cooking demos, sample tasty vegan edibles, enjoy performances from local musicians and participate in crueltyfree shopping. As organizer of the successful Midwest Vegan Fest which debuted this past April, chef Rain Truth, of The Cultured Vegan catering and personal chef service, put together an autumn event to help grow awareness of the health, environmental and humanitarian benefits of vegan food and lifestyles. Location: 6701 N. Jean Nicolet Rd., Glendale. For more information, visit Facebook.com/events/619628178386576.

Santosha Yoga & Ayurveda Welcomes Swami Yatidharmananda

n September, Swami Yatidharmananda will travel from India to appear at Santosha Yoga & Ayurveda, in Delafield, to teach his unique practices of mindfulness, meditation and living a spiritual life of devotion. The talk takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 29, and from 12:30 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 30. Attendees will learn how to achieve absolute deep relaxation; how to abandon old restrictive habits and develop an “inner source” to anchor the self; how to achieve understanding of the self and separation of ego; how to achieve selfacceptance; how to release tension in the body and mind; how to improve sleep; and how to feel more joyful in everyday life. Participants will discover the journey of the swami, who went from being an atheist and software developer to being a monk and founder of the Swami Chidananda Sevashram Monastery, a socio-spiritual organization dedicated to the life and teachings of Gurudev Swami Chidanandaji. Yatidharmananda founded the monastery in 2012 after a series of spiritual turning points, integrating modern technology with Vedic concepts to create a monastery for the modern world. It is a place where people of all ages and backgrounds can live the principles and practices of ayurveda for the body, yoga for the mind, and Vedanta for the soul. Yatidharmananda has since appeared at spiritual conventions worldwide and conducts workshops on relaxation and meditation. He also sings kirtan and shares stories of his transformation. Cost: Donations to Chidananda Sevashram Monastery appreciated. Location: W307 N1497 Golf Rd., Delafield. For more information, call 262-271-4972 or visit Santosha YogaAyurveda.com. See ad, page 9.

Midwest Yoga and Kirtan Fest Thurs, Sept 20th - Sat, 22nd 2018 Jefferson County Fairgrounds Jefferson, WI

Join us for a heart opening experience like no other! Sing with all day non-stop kirtan in a wide variety of musical styles. Practice different styles of Yoga in classes that run from morning to evening. Learn more about the ancient science of Yoga in unique workshops. Shop in our vendor village and taste delicious vegetarian cuisine served by SWAGAT - voted best Indian food in Madison four years in a row! This festival takes place in an alcohol and drug free environment.

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New Musical Yoga Studio Opening in Shorewood

Enjoy Free Yoga at Rise Yoga Studio’s Open House

ise Yoga Studio is celebrating one year in Mequon with an open house from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., September 15. Yoga teachers will offer free 30-minute classes covering different styles of yoga offered at the studio. There will be food, fun giveaways and discounts on memberships. The studio provides an accessible ashtanga yoga program, welcoming students of all ages and experience levels. Ashtanga yoga is a classical system of breathing and movement from India. It builds strength, flexibility and focus through a set series of yoga postures and linking movements. The practice integrates breath with movement following a progressive sequence of postures that detoxifies, balances, and strengthens both body and mind. A four-week ashtanga beginners’ workshop starts at 9:30 a.m., September 17. Rise also offers a daily ashtanga, Mysore-style class, a specialized and highly personalized approach to teaching yoga. Each student learns the sequence of postures individually. The Mysore style of teaching allows students to receive one-on-one instruction in a group setting, learning and progressing at their own pace.

acred Sound Yoga, a unique musical studio opening in October, will hold yoga classes that include sacred sound healing and beautiful original music played by owner Rosie Rain and her friends. Everyone is invited to join Sacred Sound Yoga’s grand opening blessing party from 10 a.m. to noon, October 13, that includes a prayer circle and sound healing meditation experience for all to enjoy. To continue the celebration, on Sunday October 14, Rain will offer two free yoga classes to the public at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Participants are encouraged to arrive at least 10 minutes early, as space is limited. Sacred Sound Yoga will have an array of classes for fun, health and healing for all ages, including Tribal Fusion Belly Dance, spiritual fitness classes, prenatal and postnatal yoga, musical yoga for children and teens, and a variety of classes for adults, seniors and people living with specific challenges. Rain is an experienced registered yoga teacher trained in kundalini yoga, Iyengar-based hatha yoga, prenatal and children’s yoga, and yoga for trauma and addiction. She teaches yoga as a healing art, and as a musician/sound and energy healer, she blends the transformational power of sound as energy into her classes.

Location: 1220 W Ranchito Ln., Mequon. For more information and a complete list of class offerings and workshops, visit RiseYogaWI.com. See ad, page 11.

Location: 3805 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood. For more information, call 414-403-2053, email RosieYoga@gmail.com or visit RosieRain.com. See Community Resource Guide listing, page 39.

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Acupuncture Alleviates Autism in Children Acupuncture reduces autism scores, according to a new meta-analysis of 27 clinical studies of 1,736 children. Researchers from Kyung Hee University, in the Republic of Korea, found that whether acupuncture was used alone or combined with other therapies, it improved outcomes for children with autism spectrum disorder as measured by the Childhood Autism Rating Scale and the Autism Behavior Checklist, without causing adverse side effects.

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Meditation Improves Long-Term Cognition Cognitive gains that people experience from an intense meditation retreat can persist for at least seven years and slow age-related cognitive decline, a new study shows. Researchers from the University of California at Davis followed up with 60 people that had participated in a three-month retreat in which they meditated in a group and alone for a total of about eight hours a day. Immediately afterwards, the meditators showed improvements in holding sustained attention— the ability to stay focused on a task or object— a key measure of cognitive function. Seven years later, researchers found that those significant gains were partly maintained, and that older participants that diligently practiced meditation didn’t show typical patterns of age-related attention declines.

Ballet Dancing Boosts Senior Fitness and Energy Ten Australian seniors that strapped on ballet slippers and participated in Ballet for Seniors classes for three months reported feeling more fit, energetic and animated, according to research from the Queensland Institute of Technology and the Queensland Ballet. They also found that ballet improved their posture, flexibility, maneuverability and awareness. Mastering challenging movements and sequences made the dancers happier than working at already achieved levels. Also, the group enjoyed developing supportive social bonds in get-togethers outside the dance studio.

Cruciferous Veggies May Lower Stroke Risk Elderly women that eat lots of broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and cabbage have less plaque on their carotid artery walls, reducing risk of strokes and heart attacks, a new study shows. Researchers from the University of Western Australia surveyed 854 Australian women over the age of 70 to determine their vegetable intake, and then used sonograms to measure their carotid artery wall thickness to ascertain the severity of carotid plaque. Those eating the most cruciferous vegetables had a .05 millimeter lower carotid artery wall thickness compared to those with the lowest intake. “That is likely significant, because a 0.1 millimeter decrease in carotid wall thickness is associated with a 10 to 18 percent decrease in risk of stroke and heart attack,” says lead study author Lauren Blekkenhorst. Other vegetables, including leafy greens and alliums like onions, were not found to have the same protective effect. September 2018

A United Nations-backed report, Global Trends in Renewable Energy Investment 2018, reveals that the world invested more in solar power than any other single energy technology in 2017 and installed more new solar capacity than all other energy sources combined, including fossil fuels. The report tally saw investors committing $279.8 billion to renewable energy overall, excluding large dams, and $160.8 billion to solar specifically. United Nations Energy Programme head Erik Solheim explains, “The extraordinary surge in solar investment shows how the global energy map is changing and more importantly, what the economic benefits are, including the creation of more better-paying, higher-quality jobs.” China, the leader in solar and renewable investment, was responsible for more than half of the 98 gigawatts of solar capacity added last year and 45 percent of the dollars invested in renewables overall. The U.S. was second, investing $40.5 billion in renewable energy. Mexico, Australia and Sweden increased their commitments by substantial amounts—810 percent, 147 percent and 127 percent, respectively—with all three countries ranked in the top 10.

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Farms Test Low-Tech Pesticide Alternative To make sure more beneficial bugs come to their crops to feed on pests, farmers are planting flowers in the middle of their fields. On a farm near the town of Buckingham, England, a crop of oilseed rape is planted amidst rows of wildflowers. It’s one of 14 sites in a study testing the wildflowers’ efficacy in attracting pesteating bugs, and how well they would perform 14

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in replacing toxic pesticides. The study also includes the use of borders of wildflowers around each field, a technique farmers in the area have used for the past two decades to promote general biodiversity, though not specifically for pest control. Researchers Ben Woodcock and Richard Pywell, of the UK Center for Ecology and Hydrology,

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write, “The crop protection ‘toolbox’ is becoming smaller and more vulnerable, so now is a good time to rethink our future crop protection strategies to consider the use of alternative pest control measures alongside conventional pesticides.” Pesticide use probably won’t be eliminated completely, they say. However, by attracting pest-eating bugs—along

with other techniques like breeding plants to better resist pests, using technology to better diagnose and forecast pest behavior and application systems that can apply tiny amounts of pesticide more precisely—pesticide use could be dramatically reduced. Harsh chemicals can then serve as a last line of defense, rather than the first thing farmers reach for.

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New Solar Capacity Outpaced Other Fuel Sources

The Humane Society Legislative Fund, the government affairs affiliate of the Humane Society of the U.S., worked with animal protection champions in both chambers and with other stakeholders to secure success on several fronts in the 2018 federal budget. Victories include preventing the slaughter of wild horses and burros, preserving protections for carnivores on National Park Service lands in Alaska, preserving Endangered Species Act protections for Great Lakes wolves and urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to restore inspection reports and enforcement records for horse shows, puppy mills, roadside zoos, laboratories and other facilities that were purged from the agency’s website in early 2017. The budget also adds another $2 million for USDA enforcement of the Animal Welfare Act and $5 million to train and provide therapeutic service dogs for veterans and soldiers. It holds the line against cuts on many other vital fronts affecting animals, such as the Marine Mammal Commission and development of alternatives to live animal testing. Harmful provisions still reflected in the budget include exempting concentrated animal-feeding operations from reporting toxic air emissions and maintaining a prohibition on the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate toxic lead content in ammunition and fishing tackle that poison and kill wildlife.

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New Eco-Packaging Options Underway

Frito-Lay, Campbell Soup and other major U.S. playersin the food and beauty industries are talking more about sustainability these days. The result is adoption of innovative materials. Tom Szaky, founder and CEO of recycler TerraCycle, advises, “Bioplastics are meant to be a solution for the world’s plastic waste problem. However, in most cases, biodegradable bioplastics will only break down in a high-temperature industrial composting facility, not in your average household compost bin. Plus, these are not recyclable. A better solution might be to place the focus on durable bioplastics that are made from plant materials, but can still be recycled.” Entrepreneurs like Daphna Nissenbaum are taking action. As an Israeli mom, she chided her teenage son for trashing rather than recycling plastic water bottles. Yet then, she says, “I realized plastic bottles weren’t the main issue,” when she saw flexible packaging such as chip bags, candy wrappers and go-to containers crammed into the trash. Nissenbaum learned that most flexible packaging isn’t recycled and ends up in landfills, oceans and other places. Once an orange peel is discarded, it disintegrates biologically and turns to compost, she saw, and committed to engineering packaging to do the same. A graduate of the Israeli Army’s elite software engineering program and with a marketing MBA, her Tipa Corporation has patented bioplastic that acts like plastic. “When composted, the material naturally breaks down in 180 days or less,” she says. Tipa now makes zippered bags, stand-up pouches and packaging for coffee, snacks and produce.

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Open the Heart at Midwest Yoga and Kirtan Fest

by Sheila Julson

irtan—call-and-response chants set to music—began in India centuries ago as a spiritual practice and a layman’s way to connect with the divine. Over the last decade, kirtan has grown in the United States, with its multigenerational and spiritual appeal serving as respite from our fast-paced and sometimes volatile society. This month, people can enjoy a variety of kirtan musical styles, along with yoga practices, local food and more at the Midwest Yoga and Kirtan Fest, September 20 through 22, at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. “I thought I’d start this because there are a lot of people in the Midwest who would appreciate a yoga and kirtan festival,” relates festival organizer Gary Brachmann of Divine Mother Productions, in Sheboygan. From 2013 to 2015, he served as production manager for the yoga and kirtan festival Bhakti Fest Midwest, which had its final run as a Midwest event in Chicago in 2015, and is now only held in its original location of Joshua Tree, California. Midwest Yoga and Kirtan Fest is also a tribute to Brachmann’s mother, Annetta Brachmann, who died in 2016. “She left a 16

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little legacy, and I thought it was the best thing I could do to honor my mom and know she’s still out there. The people we know and love might leave their bodies, but they never leave us. Their energy is still here. We’re eternal energy, and it can never be destroyed.” The very first time Brachmann saw a kirtan performance, he was immediately gripped by its powerful energy. “The chants are in Hindi, Sanskrit and English, but you don’t even need to know what the words mean, because these words have energy,” he says. “Kirtan is moving and just blows your heart open.” Kirtan performers appearing at the inaugural Midwest Yoga and Kirtan Fest include Kaita Bliffert, based in Milwaukee; Kirtan Path, from Minneapolis-St. Paul; and Sitara & Kalyani with Pavan Kumar, all playing Thursday, September 20. Performers appearing Friday, September 21 include Ragani, also from Milwaukee, and Hans Christian, a world-class cellist and the owner of Studio 330, a recording studio in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. “He loops his cello and plays another melody over the top of that, and it sounds like a whole symphony,” Brachmann notes about Christian.

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Other performers include Blue Spirit Wheel, from Georgia; Brenda McMorrow, from Canada; Dave Stringer, a native Midwesterner; Samuel Salsbury, who plays the sarangi, a stringed instrument that dates back over 300 years; singer Johanna Beekman, from Oregon; and HuDost, from Montreal. Sean Johnson & The Wild Lotus Band, from New Orleans, will perform throughout the festival, as well as at a separate-ticket pre-festival event from noon to 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 20, which will include songs and storytelling. Midwest Yoga and Kirtan Fest will also feature an open mic stage, and some gong and singing bowl performers. Yoga practitioners of all levels of experience will find almost any type of yoga at the festival. Brachmann’s son-in-law, August Ristow, from Yoga on the Lake, in Kohler, will lead vinyasa and high-energy yoga sessions. Other yoga practitioners appearing include Daren Friesen, Karen Weber, Amy Beth Treciokas, Sean Johnson, Missy Balsam and Claire Stillman. Also featured is national speaker Chaitanya Charan Das, from ISKCON. Das is known for engaging talks that incorporate spirituality and humor. In addition to music and yoga, the festival offers a healing center where various practitioners will provide healing services for separate fees. The festival wraps up with a separate-ticket event on Sunday, September 23, with Michael Brian Baker and The Breath Center’s five-hour introduction to breathwork training. Swagat Indian restaurant, near Madison, will offer food for purchase, and Brachmann is lining up some food trucks with mostly vegetarian fare. The festival is alcohol- and drug-free. “If people want to feel love and leave with an open heart, this is the place to be,” Brachmann says. Cost: varies; see website for details and senior discounts. Location: 503 N. Jackson Ave., Jefferson. For more information or to view schedules and purchase tickets, visit MidwestYKF.com. See ad, page 11. Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and regular contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine.

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Who am I? Why do my thoughts and emotions change so much?

Yoga Meets Life’s Essential Questions

Tapping into Our True Nature by Michael A. Singer

n 1972, I experienced a profound spiritual awakening and went into seclusion to focus on my inner growth. This awakening helped me see that I’m not my mind—I am the observer of my mind. I watched this chattering mind creating an obstacle to self-realization and true happiness. I also came to realize another clear truth: The outside world isn’t personal. It’s unfolding according to all the forces that have taken place from the beginning

of creation. Call it science or the will of God—it doesn’t matter. What matters is we didn’t do it, and it isn’t supposed to match what we want. When we see this, we can transcend the limited mind and embrace the true nature of our being. We’ve each developed personal likes and dislikes resulting from life experiences that have left good or unfavorable impressions within us. These impressions determine how we view the world, and they

limit our ability to enjoy life. We can begin learning how to release these impressions by letting go of the little things that irritate us for no reason—like the weather or someone’s attitude. We have a tendency to resist uncomfortable feelings, so we try to fix and control our environment. A commitment to yoga demands that we let go of our personal reactions and use each experience in life to go beyond our comfort zone. The science of yoga is centered on realizing the essential self—the one within who is simply aware. It comes from thousands of years of enlightened beings devoting their lives to the questions: “Who am I? Why do my thoughts and emotions change so much?” This inquiry helps us find the true self inside, the self beyond personality and the mind’s fears and opinions. Progress happens through cultivating awareness. The simplest approach is to ask: “Who is in here looking through these eyes and experiencing this world?” Don’t try to answer. Just relax back into the essence of your being—the one who sees—and experience life from this place of awareness. When we’re clear and comfortable with who we are inside, life becomes beautiful—regardless of what is going on around us. We can then help raise the world for the better. There is freedom and peace in that. Michael A. Singer, author of The Untethered Soul, is founder of the Temple of the Universe yoga and meditation center, in Alachua, Florida. See UntetheredSoul.com.

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The term “arthritis” can conjure images of aging cartilage worn thin by years of overuse. Yet this common type, known as osteoarthritis, is just one of many joint pain culprits. Rheumatoid arthritis, which manifests in swelling and pain in the hands, wrists, feet or toes, arises when the body’s immune system attacks

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hirty-seven percent of American adults 18 and older suffer from arthritis—a catch-all term for a dozen varieties of joint disease—according to the nonprofit Arthritis Foundation. One in two men and two in three women 65 or older may have it, estimates a recent Boston University study. Due to increasing obesity rates and autoimmune disorders, it’s also impacting 8 million Millennials, reports the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “I’m seeing higher rates, more severe cases and more of them in younger people. 18

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It’s an epidemic no one is talking about,” says Dr. Susan Blum, a Rye Brook, New York, physician and author of Healing Arthritis: Your 3-Step Guide to Conquering Arthritis Naturally. About 65 percent of patients try to treat joint pain with daily anti-inflammatory drugs that can damage the stomach and kidneys. Many work and exercise less due to pain, making arthritis the leading cause of disability. More than 1 million undergo expensive, risky surgeries annually, with hip and knee replacements performed twice as often now as in 2000.

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itself, destroying tissue around the joints. Spondyloarthritis inflames the spine and sometimes the eyes and gut. Infections like Lyme disease, parvovirus and hepatitis B can also ignite arthritic joint pain. Inflammation may exacerbate them all, so an anti-inflammatory program can typically provide relief, says Blum. Serious forms might require more aggressive treatments; a visit with an integrative clinician is an important first step.

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About one-third of obese people have arthritis, and research shows that with every pound lost, joint pain diminishes— the lighter the load, the less the pressure on joints. A Wake Forest University study of knee osteoarthritis patients showed that with each 10 pounds lost, 40 pounds of pressure is lifted from the knee.

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Although conventional medicine maintains that drugs, surgery and reduced activity are inevitable, a new generation of clinicians disagree. They’ve seen how by losing weight, fighting inflammation with wholesome food and supplements, exercising smart and exploring science-backed integrative therapies, patients can manage the root causes of joint pain and find relief. “We have many tools at our disposal to halt or slow the progression of arthritis so most people never have to have surgery,” says Doctor of Naturopathy Casey Seenauth, a staff physician at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine Pain Relief Center, in Tempe, Arizona.

“But it’s not simply about the load on the joints,” says Blum. Fat cells release compounds called inflammatory cytokines, which can boost inflammation and pain. And new research from the University of Rochester, in New York, suggests that obesity may also impair the gut microbiome (beneficial bacteria lining the gastrointestinal tract), further exacerbating arthritis. “There is no doubt that the gut bacteria are involved in the onset and perpetuation of inflammation and pain in arthritis,” says Blum. When researchers fed mice the equivalent of a “cheeseburger and milkshake” diet for 12 weeks, doubling their body fat, they found more pro-inflammatory bacteria in their colon, more cartilage deterioration than in lean mice and more inflammation in their knees.

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Blum explains that dysbiosis, an overgrowth of harmful bacteria in the intestinal tract, can damage its fragile lining, allowing bits of bacteria to enter the bloodstream and ignite an autoimmune response. Dysbiosis can be kick-started by antibiotics, drugs like proton pump inhibitors, bad diet or stress, says Blum, who battled autoimmune arthritis after her son had a traumatic accident. For curbing arthritis through the gut microbiome, the science is young. A few small human studies conducted in China and Finland suggest that ingesting specific strains of Lactobacillus (including casei, acidophilus, reuteri and rhamnosus) and Bifidobacterium (bifidum and infantis) may decrease inflammation and pain associated with arthritis. In the University of Rochester study, overweight mice fed prebiotics (indigestible fibers that good bacteria feed on) had less arthritis progression. Blum recommends taking antimicrobial herbs like oregano oil to heal a gut overgrown with bad bacteria and a highquality probiotic supplement to replenish good bacteria. She also suggests ditching processed food and products with refined sugar, along with known allergens like gluten, soy and dairy, which can spawn inflammation. Avoid nightshade vegetables like tomatoes, potatoes and peppers, September 2018

which anecdotally have been suggested to aggravate joint pain. Overall, strive for a plant-based diet high in fiber, colorful, antioxidant-rich vegetables and “good” fats. One recent Michigan State University study found that when osteoarthritis patients switched to a plant-based diet for six weeks, they experienced less pain than those in the meat-eating control group.

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Exercise Smart

When joint pain begins to flare up, a carefully chosen workout may be exactly what’s needed for relief. A.J. Gregg, a chiropractor in Flagstaff, Arizona, says, “There is an element of ‘use-it-or-lose it’.” The proper exercise depends partly on which joints are affected. He notes that properly executed strength training exercises like lifting weights can stabilize muscles around joints, easing strain and preventing arthritis from accelerating. Low-impact aerobic exercises like cycling or swimming can fuel the production and flushing of fluids through the joints without overloading them. Tai chi can improve range of motion. Even running, long falsely maligned as a precursor to arthritis, can help prompt cartilage cells to divide and replenish faster, research suggests. A study of 75,000 runners by researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, in California, found that they were less likely to develop osteoarthritis of the knee than less active people. A subsequent paper by University of Illinois researchers found that while each running step levels more force on joints than a walking step, the foot hits the ground less often, so when it comes to wear and tear, it approximates the effect of walking. “Running doesn’t set people up for earlier development of osteoarthritis, and can in fact be protective,” says Gregg, stressing that proper form, a soft running surface and moderation are all important.

A study of 78 patients with knee osteoarthritis published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine found that those receiving one or two PRP injections had significantly less pain and better function six months later, while the placebo group worsened. In prolotherapy, doctors inject natural substances like dextrose and saline into the joint two to three times for six to eight weeks to promote production of collagen and other tissue-regenerating compounds. “Rather than inject a steroid, which provides a short-term fix by suppressing the immune response, we inject a concentrated solution that ignites the body’s natural healing response,” says Seenauth.

Regenerative Injections

For more advanced cases of osteoarthritis, Seenauth recommends regenerative injections such as prolotherapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. For PRP, doctors draw some of the patient’s blood and spin it down with a centrifuge to isolate platelets loaded with growth-promoting compounds. Then, they inject the platelets into the joint. 20

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A Mind-Body Approach

Natural joint pain remedies also encompass acupuncture and meditation. In the UK, a University of York meta-review of 114 studies exploring 22 integrative or complementary therapies for arthritis, including strength and aerobic exercise training, found acupuncture to have the most studies completed and the most promising results. “Acupuncture can be considered as one of the more effective physical treatments for alleviating osteoarthritis knee pain in the short term,” concluded the authors. University of Auckland researchers, in New Zealand, recruited 42 rheumatoid arthritis patients and assigned half

Supplementing Suppleness by Lisa Marshall

Curcumin: Derived from turmeric (Curcuma longa), this bright yellow culinary spice has been used as an anti-inflammatory agent in Asia for centuries. Today, it’s used as an alternative to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), which can wreak havoc on the stomach and kidneys if taken long term, according to Naturopath Casey Seenauth. One industry-sponsored review concluded that 1,000 milligrams (mg) per day of curcumin can rival a NSAID like Advil for relief of pain and inflammation. Collagen or gelatin: Integrative medicine practitioners have

long prescribed gelatin powder made from animal connective tissue to provide the nutrients required for joint regeneration. Supplement makers have developed arthritis-specific collagen supplements in which the gelatin is broken down for better absorption. A Chinese study of 500 rheumatoid arthritis patients found that collagen derived from chicken cartilage improved symptoms of pain, stiffness and swelling in joints. Plant-based options are available.

Glucosamine: This classic tissue-building block has been shown in multiple studies to slow cartilage loss associated with osteoarthritis. Taken long enough, it can also ease pain, says Seenauth. “People often take it, don’t feel anything right away and quit. Give it time.” He recommends 2,000 mg per day for at least six to eight weeks. Fish oil: Omega-3 fatty acids like eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are established anti-inflammatories. A Korean University review of 10 trials involving nearly 400 rheumatoid arthritis patients found that those taking more than three grams per day of omega-3 fatty acid supplements reduced their reliance on NSAIDs and had less pain.

Probiotics: While their impact on pain reduction isn’t clearly known, many studies show that certain strains of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium can boost immune function, repair damaged gut lining and reduce system-aggravating inflammation, says Dr. Susan Blum. She recommends products containing a mixed blend of 20 billion to 30 billion colony-forming units (CFU) per capsule.

to a program of mindfulness-based stress reduction, described by researchers as “the cultivation of nonjudgmental attention to unwanted thoughts, feelings and bodily experiences via meditation.” While the meditation group saw no change in levels of inflammatory markers in the blood or the number of swollen joints, they did report significantly less morning stiffness, tenderness and pain. The patients, in essence, trained themselves to experience their symptoms differently. “Pain is not just about nerves detecting a noxious stimulant and sending the signal to your brain. The brain has a whole system for processing these signals, and is also informed by your experiences, emotions and cognition,” says Seenauth, who recommends mindfulness meditation to all of his patients. “With the right nutrition, therapies and state of mind,” he says, “you can significantly reduce the impact joint pain has on your life.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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WHY OUR BODY LOVES YOGA

Gentle Poses Foster Flexibility by Marlaina Donato

lthough media coverage of yoga often highlights advanced yoga poses, the practice is not reserved solely for super-flexible folks. Benefits are available to everyone of any age or physical type. “Many people assume that yoga requires the ability to be a contortionist. Yoga is an internal process and can meet us wherever we are,” says yoga therapist Kimberly Carson, of Mindful Yoga Works, in Portland, Oregon. Springing from the theory that half of our capacity to become more flexible lies less in the muscles

than in the nervous system, this calming practice helps the body release tension and achieve a suppler state.

Why it Works Yoga poses don’t need to be intense to have a significant effect. Gentle, regular practice can improve range of motion, increase muscle strength and promote circulation of the synovial fluid surrounding joints that supplies oxygen and nutrients to cartilage. “Basic yoga is just as beneficial as more advanced ideas of yoga, especially

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in terms of body awareness,” says Piper Abbott, an integrative yoga therapist and teacher who owns Burlington Yoga, in Burlington, Vermont. “Where our attention goes, energy flows. When we’re holding a posture and directing this focused awareness into the sensation of a stretch, we’re learning to read our body.” Agility is usually associated with muscles and joints, but underlying flexibility goes deep to further enhance wellness. Stiff muscles often go hand-inhand with stiff arteries, for example, but appropriate exercise can have a positive effect there, too. According to studies by physical therapist Miriam Cortez-Cooper, Ph.D., and her colleagues during her tenure at the University of Texas at Austin, stretching exercises performed for 11 weeks improved flexibility of the carotid artery—the main vessel that transports blood to the brain—by 23 percent. Such an increase did not result from aerobic exercise or strength training.

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for poses exist to help you find the version that works best for you. Yoga props such as blocks and straps can provide support to encourage experimenting while ensuring a safe approach,” says Anna Guest-Jelley, CEO of Curvy Yoga, in Portland, Oregon. She loves sharing the value of yoga with people of all sizes. “What’s important is working wherever you are within your current range of motion, so your body can open to new movements appropriately.” Maintaining a regular practice offers an opportunity for individuals living with chronic pain or undergoing cancer treatment to feel more at ease. “Even in cases of severe fibromyalgia, some movement is better than none, and can foster better sleep. Restorative sleep can help to heal microtears in muscles, which can be common. Non-goal-oriented yoga also offers layers of benefits for cancer patients, both supporting physical function, as well as offering a way to practice kindness towards the body/mind during tough times,” says Carson. For seniors, yoga is an excellent way to foster better flexibility, even in the presence of osteoarthritis. Studies conducted by Dr. Sharon Kolasinski, of the University of Pennsylvania, found that Iyengar yoga reduced joint stiffness and pain reduction during an eight-week period in people with knee osteoarthritis. Chair yoga, though popular with seniors, can introduce unnecessary risk if not tailored appropriately for those with osteoporosis, Carson cautions. “It’s important for older adults to find classes taught by appropriately trained instructors. Inappropriate chair sitting itself can compromise bone health, so teachers trained in spinal health and planes of action are recommended.” No matter the level of an individual’s agility, improved flexibility is a boon, especially when it goes beyond the physical to embrace mental and spiritual aspects. Abbott remarks, “Yoga has taught me not only how to move and relate to my body, but how to gracefully adjust to change and the challenges of life.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer and authors books related to the fields of alternative health and spirituality. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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Aerial: Originated in California and now in several countries. Sometimes branded as AntiGravity Yoga, aerial incorporates traditional yoga asanas with the use of a hammock or sling and combines elements of Pilates and dance. This style is said to deliver benefits on emotional and psychological levels and has a fun component. 24

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Ananda: A form of gentle hatha yoga

with an emphasis on meditation. Ananda combines classic yoga postures with breathing and silent affirmations to attune with higher levels of body sense, energy and silent inner awareness. As an inner-directed practice, it has less appeal to those desiring a more athletic or aerobic experience.

Anusara: Anusara means “go with the

flow,” and blends spirituality with inner/ outer alignment and balanced energetic actions. Developed by John Friend in 1997, this style urges students to think of poses as artistic expressions of the heart. Individual abilities and limitations are deeply respected and honored, so Anusara yoga can be helpful for everyone and is good for beginners.

Chair: Practiced sitting or standing, it

uses a chair as a support/prop. Asanas are adapted from traditional hatha yoga. It benefits older individuals and those that are body-challenged. Flexibility is enhanced, as well as mind-body awareness.

Hatha: Hatha yoga is the foundational discipline on which nearly all other styles are based. In Sanskrit, ha represents the sun and tha, the moon—hence, the practice is designed to bring the yin and yang, light and dark, masculine and feminine aspects and polarities into balance. Essentially, hatha yoga brings all aspects of life together. A class described as hatha will likely include slow-paced stretching,

Aqua: Also known as water or pool yoga. Aqua yoga is practiced in water—a warm indoor pool or natural body of water. Asanas are adapted to work with the buoyancy provided by water and have a positive effect on joints. This form is a viable option for older individuals or anyone else with physical conditions that prevent them from practicing land yoga. Its benefits include lymphatic stimulation and improved range of motion.

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oga, a holistic art and practice that originated some 5,000 years ago in India, aims to integrate mind, body and spirit. The word yoga comes from the Sanskrit root yuj, meaning to yoke or unite, and refers to the joining of body with mind and mind with soul to achieve health, balance, tranquility and enlightenment. Individuals of every age and physical condition can benefit from the regular practice of yoga, which has been proven to enhance flexibility, strength, stamina and concentration. Using a combination of asanas, or postures, and breathing techniques, yoga works to induce deep relaxation and reduce stress, tone the body and organs, increase vitality, and improve circulation and energy flow. Uplifting and meditative, yoga can be applied as a spiritual practice, as well. Although many schools, or styles, of yoga exist, most differences derive from the primary focus of the practitioner’s attention: precise alignment of the body; holding of the asanas; flow between the postures; breath and movement coordination; or inner awareness and meditation. No particular style is better than another, and many students practice more than one.

style that is light on meditation, ashtanga yoga employs a fast-paced series of flowing poses to build strength, flexibility and stamina. Developed by Indian yoga master Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, ashtanga’s progressively difficult postures are synchronized with a loud breath (called ujyaii breath in Sanskrit) and are designed to produce intense internal heat and purifying sweat in order to detoxify muscles and organs. The room is usually heated to warm muscles and increase flexibility. Preferred by many athletes, this style is too intense and demanding for most beginners.

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Ashtanga: A physically demanding

asanas, or postures, that are not too difficult, simple breathing exercises and perhaps seated meditation. Hatha yoga classes provide a good starting point for beginners to learn basic poses and relaxation techniques.

Hot Yoga: Hot yoga is performed in a heated room using varying temperatures and yoga poses. A Bikram yoga room is set at a minimum of 105° Fahrenheit with about 40 percent humidity, performing 26 prescribed asanas. Both forms of heated yoga help to speed up metabolism and improve circulation.

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Integral: A gentle style of yoga brought to this country in

1966 by Sri Swami Satchidananda. Classes are structured to balance physical effort with relaxation, and include breathing practices, chanting and both guided and silent meditation. Integral yoga is suitable for beginners and helpful for more advanced students that wish to deepen their physical and spiritual awareness.

Iyengar: Noted for precise alignment and symmetry of postures, the development of balance and the use of props such as blocks, balls and belts, the Iyengar style of yoga was developed by B.K.S. Iyengar, based on his exceptional understanding of how the body works. Poses are held longer than usual. Iyengar is a good style for beginners, but can challenge seasoned practitioners, as well.

Kundalini: A powerful, enlightening style that incorporates mantras (chanting), meditation, visualization, breathing and guided relaxation with precise postures. According to Hindu philosophy, kundalini is a concentrated form of prana, or life force, represented by a coiled, sleeping serpent said to reside at the base of the spine. When breath and movement awaken the serpent (energy), it moves up the spine through each of the seven chakras (energy centers) of the body, bringing energy and bliss. Once a closely guarded secret in India, kundalini yoga was first brought to the West in 1969, and has been known to help with addictions and releasing endorphins in the body. Kundalini will not appeal to everyone and should be practiced under the supervision of an experienced teacher.

Prenatal: This yoga style is

specifically tailored for pregnant women during all stages of pregnancy. Its combination of stretching, focus and breathwork make it ideal for improving strength and decreasing

stress levels in preparation for childbirth. It might also alleviate pregnancy-related headaches, nausea and back pain.

Restorative: Distinguished by the use of props, this form of yoga aims to relax the muscles, calm the mind and open up the body through slow movements and passive stretching. Maintaining balance and holding gentle stretches for up to 20 minutes is made easier through the use of blocks, bolsters and blankets that support deep relaxation. SUP: An acronym for stand up paddleboard, SUP yoga can be practiced on a lake or other calm body of water. Hatha and vinyasa asanas are employed with the intention of challenging the practitioner to distribute their weight to maintain balance. Benefits include improved core strength, circulation and balance. Svaroopa: A style that helps each student discover their bliss. The Sanskrit word svaroopa means “the true nature of being”, and Svaroopa yoga is sometimes called the yoga of alignment and compassion. Attention to alignment in specifically chosen poses helps to soften the body’s connective tissues and ease spinal tension. Blocks and bolsters may be used to allow for deeper muscle release. The style is suitable for beginners and useful for those recovering from injury. Viniyoga: A transformative, slower and more individualized form of yoga that emphasizes gentle flow and coordinated breath with movement, Viniyoga is holistic in its approach and teaches the student how to apply the yoga tools of poses, chanting, breathing and meditation. Function is stressed over form in this style. Viniyoga is recommended for beginners and seniors, as well as those in chronic pain or healing from injury or disease. Vinyasa: A challenging style that matches breath to movement.

Vinyasa yoga poses incorporate alignment principles and are woven together in a flowing practice that is both intense and dancelike. Translated from Sanskrit, Vinyasa means “without obstacle”. The style is best suited to energetic, physically fit students.

Yin: Developed by yoga teachers Paulie Zink and Paul Grilley

to improve joint mobility and flexibility through holding asanas for up to five minutes or longer, yin yoga complements more intense practices such as Bikram, increases circulation in connective tissue and fosters inner stillness.

Please note: The contents of this Yoga Glossary are for informational purposes only. The information is not intended to be used in place of a visit or consultation with a healthcare professional. Always seek out a licensed, certified or otherwise professionally qualified practitioner to conduct a selected treatment. September 2018

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n estimated 10 percent of Americans are allergic to household pets, with sensitivities to cats twice as common as to dogs, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Most people with cat allergies react to Fel d 1, a protein found on cat skin, although other cat allergens are found on the fur, in saliva and even in their urine, reports a study in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. The tiny Fel d 1 protein attached to a piece of airborne cat hair or skin can linger in the air for hours—much longer than a similarly released dog allergen. It’s also sticky, readily attaching to human skin and clothing, and can even easily transfer to catfree public locations such as a classroom. Male cats tend to produce more of this allergenic protein than females, especially if they’re not neutered. However, all cats produce the Fel d 1 protein, and it’s unrelated to the amount of feline dander or shedding. Thus, no truly hypoallergenic cat breed exists, yet some breeds may be better for allergic pet lovers, say Austrian researchers in a study published in the journal Clinical and Translational Allergy. Many people are able to build up tolerance to their kitty over time. Before starting a relationship, first ensure the allergy is not severe. If allergy symptoms are more of a nuisance than a serious health threat, some options can help minimize the problem at home: Consider making the bedroom of any affected family member a cat-free zone. 26

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Purchase a high-quality air purifier to clean the air of allergens and other pollutants. To prevent a buildup of allergens indoors, replace carpeting with hard flooring and drapes and curtains with non-fabric window coverings and if possible, avoid upholstered furniture. Clean the house often and thoroughly, including any surfaces that trap pet hair and dander like couch covers, pillows, bedding and pet beds. Wash bed linens at least weekly in hot water. Wash hands after handling the cat. After snuggling together, consider taking a shower and shampoo before retiring in order to avoid bringing kitty allergens to bed. Feed kitty an anti-inflammatory (grainfree), balanced and species-appropriate diet. Reducing or eliminating the allergenic and genetically modified (GMO) foods a cat eats reduces the allergenic quality of their saliva. Ensure optimal levels of essential fatty acids in their diet to reduce shedding and dander. Bathe the cat regularly, taking care to use only a safe, non-drying, herbal animal shampoo. Karen Shaw Becker, a doctor of veterinary medicine, is a proactive integrative practitioner who consults internationally and writes for Mercola Healthy Pets (HealthyPets.Mercola.com).

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10 BREEDS FOR ALLERGIC CAT LOVERS by Karen Shaw Becker

Balinese

Sometimes called the “longhaired Siamese” for its luxurious coat, Balinese cats nevertheless produce less of the Fel d 1 protein than other breeds.

Russian Blue

Despite a short, double coat that is silky and plush to the touch, this cat also produces less Fel d 1 protein. They’re known for their loyalty and playful personality.

Bengal

Bengals’ uniquely fine fur requires less grooming than many others. Because they spend less time licking their fur, it contains less saliva and their dander is less likely to spread.

Devon Rex

The soft, short and curly coat of this playful breed—known for remaining “kittens at heart”—may normally include bare, furless patches. They shed less than many others.

Oriental Shorthair

The Oriental Shorthair encompasses more than 300 different colors and

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Cornish Rex

Similar to the Devon Rex, but with a curly fur coat, the Cornish Rex has only a soft undercoat of down hair, compared with a typical three layers, including an undercoat, middle “awn” hair and outer guard hair, so they shed less.

Siberian

Some people love the look of this long-haired, shaggy-coated cat. They also produce less Fel d 1 protein than other breeds, even those with far less fur.

LaPerm

This cat’s unique curly coat may help reduce the spread of dander.

Sphynx

A hairless cat, the Sphynx has no fur to trap allergens from their saliva. However, the Fel d 1 protein will still be present.

Javanese

This breed has only a top coat, just one of the three typical layers of coats common to cats, which means less shedding and dander to spread around the home.

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Build a Bento Box Lunch for Kids Pack Five Foods for Fun, Flavor and Health by Judith Fertig

ld-style rectangular metal lunchboxes are passé. New, convenient compartmentalized containers inspired by the Japanese bento box and Indian tiffin allow parents to pack up to five different, colorful and healthy items for a child’s lunch with less plastic wrapping to separate foods. It dovetails exactly with what nutrition professionals recommend.

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“People usually eat with their eyes,” says Allison Forajter, a clinical dietitian at Community Hospital, in Munster, Indiana. “The more color and variety presented the better.” Holley Grainger, a registered dietitian, creator of the blog Cleverful Living at HolleyGrainger.com and mother of two school-age daughters in Birmingham, Alabama, agrees, saying, “These boxes make lunchbox packing easier because each compartment can be assigned a different food group.” Grainger usually starts with a protein, adds fruits, vegetables and whole 28

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grains, and inserts a surprise treat for a total of five selections. “One easy and inexpensive way to boost protein is through low-fat dairy options like milk, yogurt, string cheese or cottage cheese. For children that like meat and poultry, roasted chicken and low-sodium deli turkey are delicious options. This is where I like to work in leftovers, so last night’s entrée may be the filling for today’s lunchbox mini-tacos. For a high-protein vegetarian/vegan option, beans/legumes are a favorite, whether in dips, salsas, salads or pastas,” she says. Forajter recommends exploring varied colors of the same type of fruits or vegetables. Offer green and purple grapes or red, yellow, green and orange bell pepper strips, and ask kids if each color tasted different. Including unusual fruits or vegetables can be a learning experience for the whole family. “Try purple and orange cauliflower or red, yellow, white or purple carrots,” she suggests. Grainger not only packs healthy foods for her kids, she makes sure they get a little

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Protein: turkey breast, chicken breast, hardboiled egg cut in half, nuts, beans, almond butter, string cheese, yogurt Fruit: blueberries, apple slices, plums, grapes—something easy for kids to eat Vegetable: carrots, English cucumbers, celery sticks, bell pepper strips—easy finger foods; kids might eat more veggies if provided with a dip such as hummus or natural homemade ranch dressing Whole grain: ancient or whole grain crackers, pita bread, non-GMO blue corn chips Treat: a happy surprise could be a piece of wrapped dark chocolate, a crayon or a funny, loving or encouraging note from a parent

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“When children are fueled with nutritious foods, they are more alert and focused throughout the day, leading to better behavior, concentration and test scores,” says Grainger. “They also have the opportunity to fill up on many of the essential vitamins and minerals often lacking in away-from-home meals. I’ve found that my children are hungrier at lunch than at other meals, so they tend to fill up on whatever is being offered.” Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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“emotional nutrition”, as well. She might include a piece of chocolate or a cookie, but the surprise doesn’t have to be food. “A note or picture from you written on your child’s napkin adds a special touch. It lets them know you’re thinking about them and gives them a feeling of security throughout the day,” she says. Parents faced with the daily round of lunch packing may benefit from the system of five. Each item goes into a separate compartment in the bento, box-style lunchbox. Many also offer a space for a “chiller” to keep foods safely cool.

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Healthy Sides: Cooked corn on the cob, pumpkin seeds and dried cranberries, apple slices with or without almond butter

Hummus Wraps

Store-bought hummus, a bag of baby kale or spinach, a few shredded carrots and a whole-grain tortilla come together for an easy wrap. Healthy Sides: Stemmed sweet cherries, banana chips, yogurt

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On short wooden skewers, slide on tiny mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes and cooked tortellini with a tiny container of pesto or marinara sauce for dipping. Healthy Sides: Mixed fresh berries and bell pepper strips, healthy granola bar

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Remove from the heat and cover to keep warm. Keep in mind that the chickpeas will crisp up outside of the oven, so it’s okay if they’re still a little soft when finished roasting. Spread the chickpeas out on a clean kitchen towel and rub them dry, discarding any loose skins (chickpeas will not crisp in the oven if wet). Place the chickpeas in a large bowl and toss with the coconut oil mixture. Spread the chickpeas on a large rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp, 25 to 35 minutes.

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over low heat. Whisk in the lemon juice, dill, onion powder and salt.

Sour Cream and Onion Chickpea Crisps Yields: 4 to 6 servings These vegan crisps have the flavor of sour cream without the sour cream. Make a double batch to have extra to garnish salads and soups as a gluten-free, highprotein crouton replacement. 3 Tbsp coconut oil 1½ tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tsp dried dill 4 tsp onion powder 1 tsp ﬁne sea salt 3 cups (2 15-oz cans) chickpeas, drained and rinsed Preheat the oven to 400° F. In a small saucepan, melt the coconut oil

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Remove the chickpeas from the oven and let them cool. Serve at room temperature. Store in an airtight glass container at room temperature for up to one week.

Toasted Walnut Brownie Bite Dough Yields: 1 pound dough Brownie Dough 1½ cups raw, unsalted walnuts ¾ cup, cocoa powder 2 cups soft dates (preferably Medjool) Preheat the oven to 350° F. Place the walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet and toast until lightly colored and fragrant, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool. In a food processor, pulse the walnuts until they are ﬁnely ground. Add the cocoa and salt. Pulse to combine.

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Pit the dates and add them one at a time through the feed tube of the food processor while it’s running. The resulting mixture should resemble cake crumbs but, when pressed, will easily stick together (if not, add more dates). Use the dough to make the Brownie Bites. Leftover dough (one-third of the batch) will keep in the freezer for up to one month.

Toasted Walnut Brownie Bites Yields: about 10 balls (servings) ⅓ batch (about ⅓ lb) of brownie dough Shape the dough into 10 small, bite-size balls. Freeze the balls until ready to eat. Store in the freezer for up to one month.

Vanilla Coconut Brownie Bites Yields: about 10 balls (servings) ⅓ batch (about ⅓ lb) of brownie dough 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 3 Tbsp unsweetened, desiccated coconut, toasted Combine the dough with the vanilla and 1½ teaspoons of the coconut, using both hands to fully incorporate the ingredients.

Shape the dough into 10 small, bite-size balls, then roll them in the remaining coconut.

twice, until the oats are golden and have a toasted aroma, 12 to 15 minutes.

Freeze the balls until ready to eat. Store in the freezer for up to one month.

Remove from the oven, let cool and roughly chop the almonds.

Honey Almond Granola Bars Yields: 14 bars (servings) It’s important to toast the oats and almonds as both contain an unwanted phytic acid, which is destroyed by heat. The bonus of this step is gaining extra flavor. 2 cups rolled oats 1 cup raw, unsalted almonds (or hazelnuts, pecans or walnuts) 2 Tbsp coconut oil ½ cup raw honey ½ cup tahini 1 tsp pure vanilla extract ½ cup unsulfured dried fruit (raisins, dates, ﬁgs, prunes, apricots, cranberries or a combination), roughly chopped 1½ cups puffed, whole-grain cereal (such as rice puffs) ¼ tsp ﬂaky sea salt Preheat the oven to 325° F. Line a brownie pan with parchment paper. Place the oats and almonds on a rimmed baking sheet, trying to keep them as separate as possible, and bake, stirring once or

In a small saucepan, melt the coconut oil over low heat. Add the honey, tahini and vanilla; whisk thoroughly until fully combined. Remove saucepan from the heat. In a large bowl, combine the cooled oats and chopped almonds with selected dried fruit, puffed cereal and salt. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry and stir quickly to mix. Spoon the mixture into the prepared brownie pan and, using slightly damp hands, press it ﬁrmly into the pan, especially around the edges and corners. Set the pan in the fridge for a couple of hours to ﬁrm up, then remove and slice into 14 bars. Store the bars in a tightly sealed container in the fridge for up two weeks or wrap them individually for to-go snacks. Reprinted from Naturally Nourished: Healthy, Delicious Meals Made with Everyday Ingredients. Book and photos ©2017 by Sarah Britton. September 2018

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Animal Communication Sessions – 12-4pm. Ever wonder what your animal friend is thinking? Bring your animal friend or pictures to find out their thoughts, feelings, behavioral issues or what they’d like; w/Stacy Krafczyk. $70/20-minute sessions, cash or check. Bark n Scratch Outpost, 5835 W Blue Mound Rd, Milwaukee. Pre-register at 414444-4110. BarkNScratchOutpost.com.

Women’s Autumn Equinox Chakra Retreat – Sep 14-16. Women’s intensive healing weekend in West Bend w/Mind, Soul, and Self. Chakra healing, psychic medium, reflexology, massage, aromatherapy, Thai massage, bodywork, yoga, meditation, tai chi, fire ceremony, nature trails. More info: MindSoul AndSelf@yahoo.com. 608-393-7353. MindSoul AndSelf.com/Womens-Wellness-Retreats/.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Restorative Yoga for Stress Relief & Deep Relaxation – Sep 2, 16. 12-1:30pm. This passive form of yoga allows you to benefit from gravity and to rest on the props while your parasympathetic nervous system is activated. Restorative yoga provides healing for the body and the mind. $15. Greensquare Integrative Health Care Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. 414-292-3900 x 4821. GreenSquare Center.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Chakra Workshops – 5-8pm. Seven classes; starts Sept 5 and runs every 3 weeks. Learn about chakras and how they affect your life through fun, interactive practices and writing exercises; learn methods to heal and balance your chakras. $245. 3082 Main St, East Troy. Contact Rhiana, register: 262-498-4162. Rhiana@BeReiki.com. Whispers on the Wind Shamanic Training – Sept 5-9, Jan 2-6 2019, Apr 2019, Aug 2019. Would you like a deeper connection with nature and the spirit world? Intensive training program in shamanism, energy medicine and self-transformation meets four times over 12 months. Learn core energy healing techniques including power animal and soul retrieval, clearing of past life and ancestral imprints, connecting with the forces of nature, etc. Golden Light Healing Retreat Center near Green Bay. Info: 920-609-8277. GoldenLightHealing.net.

Children’s Book Circle – 11am-12pm. Children of all ages and their parents can hear Ginny Clark read her new book, My Little Bird Book, a story about a baby bird excited about growing up and being able to fly. Free of charge with the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of the book. All participants must be pre-registered. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com. Animal Communication Sessions – 12-4pm. Ever wonder what your animal friend is thinking? Bring your animal friend or pictures to find out their thoughts, feelings, behavioral issues or what they’d like; w/Stacy Krafczyk. $70/20-minute sessions, cash or check. Petlicious, 2217 Silvernail Rd, Pewaukee. Preregister at 262-548-0923. Petlicious.com. The Taste of Wellspring/Farm to Table – 5-8pm. Fund-raising dinner celebrates the harvest and shares the bounty of Wellspring’s certified organic farm. Food preferences on menu: gluten free, vegan, vegetarian and pastured meat. Items will be labeled at the buffet table. $50/by Aug 30, $75/after. Urban Ecology Center, Washington Park Pavilion, Milwaukee. 262-675-6755. Wellspring@hnet.net.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 Community Drum Circle – 6:30-8pm. Bring your friends and drums, sink into a smooth flow. Release the stress of daily life. No experience necessary. Some drums available. Facilitator: Tom Kotlarek. Donation. Center for Well-Being Lake Country, LLC, 301 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland. 262-3670607. Sandra@C4WB.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 2018 Health & Wellness Speakers Jam – Sept 13. 6:30-9pm. Learn actionable tips to improve your health & well-being from 15+ local professional speakers. Meet numerous experts and other like-minded wellness enthusiasts in this fun atmosphere. $10/early bird registration and seating priority on Eventbrite, $15/at door. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson (through lobby, left, follow signs), 1250 S Moorland Rd, Brookfield. 414-520-5163. TheWellnessFair.org/2018Jam.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 Meditative Beach Yoga – 9-10:30am. Bask in the elements and connect with divine mother earth as you heal yourself through meditative movement led by your higher self. $20. Shorewood location. Preregister: 414-403-2053 or RosieYoga@gmail.com. RosieRain.com. Spirit & Wellness Fair - Lake Country – 10am4pm. Experience private sessions with professional readers and healers throughout the day. No reservations necessary just drop in, enjoy and relax for a well-deserved break. Free entry, $20/services per 15 minutes. Center for Well-Being Lake Country, LLC, 301 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland. 262-367-0607. Sandra@C4WB.com.

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circle begins with a meditation to awaken intuitive guidance, and provides an opportunity to receive a message from spirit as well as give others messages. No experience necessary. $20. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

Forgiveness, the Path to Peace – Six-week series, 2 Thurs per month. 6-8pm. A Course in Miracles class focused on the beautiful practice of forgiveness. An excellent class for beginning students, as well as continuing students. $120. Light of Grace, Healing & Education Center, 5900 West National Ave, West Allis. RSVP: 414-258-5555. LightOf Grace.church. Spirit Message Circle – 6:30-8:30pm. For anyone interested in increasing intuitive abilities, the

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Past Life Group Hypnosis Workshop – 6-8pm. Learn about hypnosis, the soul experience and past lives. Keridak Silk brings you to a deep and relaxed state to explore your past life. $25. Universal Awareness Fellowship, N91 W17194 Appleton Ave, Ste 106B, Menomonee Falls. 303-887-6477. Register online: ow.ly/4Xpw30lhYff. Sacred Women’s Circle – 6:30-9pm. Gathering in circle with intention is powerful. Come together to honor, listen and share our hearts fully with one another. Meditate. Share. Listen. Grow. W/Julie Szyba. $25. Santosha Yoga & Ayurveda, W307 N149 Golf Rd, Delafield. 262-271-4972. Santosha YogaAyurveda.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Magic and Manifesting with the Archangels & Ascended Masters – Sept 15-16. Enjoy the weekend manifesting with the angelic realm. Dee Grewal is a medium, psychic, angelic channel and practitioner, reiki and IET practitioner and artist from the UK. She is an associate and teacher at the Montclair Metaphysical Psychic School in NJ. $370/commuter, $400/camp, $425/shared cabin, $450/private cabin. For more info: Info@Golden LightHealing.net. GoldenLightHealing.net. Meditation 101 Workshop – 10am-4pm. Learn the basics of meditation, breathwork techniques, meet your spirit guides, and learn other forms of meditation in this fun and relaxing workshop with Stacy Krafczyk. $150. Petlicious, 2217 Silvernail Rd, Pewaukee. Preregister at 262-548-0923. Petlicious.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Breakthrough Breath Work Intensive Workshop – 8:30am-12:30pm. This breath work is a powerful pathway leading to personal transformation, creating a deeper connection to your inner being, your true self. Presenter: Mechthilde Moser. $85; pre-registration required. Center for Well-Being Lake Country, LLC, 301 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland. 262-367-5317. C4WB.com. Spiritual Art Circle Project: Agate Slice Tree – 10am-12pm. Enhance an agate slice by adding the calm, quiet knowing of a tree of wire, infused with beads & crystal chips and rooted by three special crystals that call just to you. $25 and materials fee of $18. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-7873001. AngelLightLLC.com. Wellness Metaphysical Fair – 11am-4pm. Healing for your overall body, mind and spirit: sound, ascension, shaman release, reflexology and massage. Ten

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of the best readers in the Midwest. Vendors with one of a kind items. Free admission. New Berlin Ale House, North Hall, 16000 W Cleveland Ave, New Berlin. Info: SpiritualEnlightenment.me.

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Pagan Pride: A Metaphysical Fall Festival – 127pm. Mabon ritual at 6pm. A celebration of fall with vendors, readings, palmistry, food and fun. Free workshops, kids’ activities. Vendor tables available. Free admission. Tanner Paull Hall, 6922 W Orchard Ave, (Additional parking: Pick ‘n Save lot), Milwaukee. Sandra Goronja: 414-350-4291. Ravenwolf@wi.rr.com.

Breaking Free of Energy Vampires – September 21-22. Fri, 6:30-9pm; Sat, 8:30am-5pm. Are you an empath? Do you feel drained with certain people? Are you told you’re too sensitive? Learn how to embrace your sensitivity and shine. Sept15 registration deadline. $277, $222/Aug 15 early bird discount deadline. Center for Well-Being Lake Country, LLC, 301 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland. 262-367-0607. C4WB.com.

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Dark Secrets of Our Food System – 6:30pm. Presentation by Fred Depies, in alliance with Trust Local Food, the Oneida Nation, and Earth Justice, helping make wise choices about the foods we purchase and consume. The video Supersize Me shows a steady diet of McDonald’s cuisine for 30 days just to see what happens. In less than a week, an ordinarily fit body undergoes dark and ugly changes: $20 suggested donation. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414 4750105. UCIM@wi.rr.com.

Good Harvest Market Health Fair – 11am-3pm. Event features local health and wellness professional as well as Waukesha County nonprofits who support healthy living. Free. Good Harvest Market, 2205 Silvernail Rd, Pewaukee. 262-544-9380. GoodHarvest Market.com.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Nine Rites of the Munay-Ki – Sep 18, 20, 25 27. 6-8:30pm. Learn about and receive nine rites including the Healer’s Rite, which awakens the healing abilities in the recipient’s hands. Every student will learn how to transmit the Rite, followed by one or more opportunities to practice gifting the Rite to others in the class. This is a four class series. Instructor: Dr Sally Stanton. $60/per class, $215/series pre-paid upon registration. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 Introductory Night of Drumming and Shamanic Journeying – 6-8pm. The evening will consist of creating community through the opening of sacred space and drumming. Included in the evening is an introduction to shamanic journeying by Holly Emmer, a trained practitioner. Heart offerings; a max of 15 participants; preregistration required. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Autumn Sound Bath Celebration – 12:30-1:30pm. Be grateful in this season of harvest and surrender as you are held gently by the sounds of Tibetan singing bowls, Nana bells, steel tongue drum and frame drum played by Janine Trede, Amy Prasad and Kathryn Rambo. $10 cash. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com. 3 Steps to Change Your Life – 2-4pm. It only takes 3 steps to access the power of your subconscious mind. Keridak Silk, certified consulting hypnotist, takes you through them. Choose what you want to change in life. Free gift. $60. Universal Awareness Fellowship, N91 W17194 Appleton Ave, Ste 106B, Menomonee Falls. 303-887-6477. Register online: ow.ly/5KUm30lhZYG.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 Reiki Share – 6-8:15pm. Learn how to access reiki energy and how to protect your energy field. Please eat before and bring water. Open to all. $10. Light of Grace Ed Center, 5900 W National Ave, West Allis. Rsvp: 414-258-5555 or Info@LightOfGrace.Church.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Mother Earth’s Medicines – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn about various plants known as medicines to Indigenous people; explore white sage, sweet grass, frankincense, cedar, Florida water, and Palo Santo. Learn to use these medicines to open sacred space, clear rooms, smudge and maintain spiritual wellness. Instructor: Kristina Nez Begay. $40 with pre-registration. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

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savethedate SEPTEMBER 28, 29, 30 Mycelium Mysteries: A Women’s Mushroom Retreat – Sept 28-30. Dr Cardy Raper, author of the book, Love, Sex and Mushrooms: Adventures of a Woman in Science, will make the keynote address. Other presenters: Sue Van Hook, Mara Penfil, Linda Conroy, Sarah Foltz and Carla Kramer. Retreat will focus on understanding fungi as the grandmothers of our ecosystems, with workshops at beginner through advanced levels. Natural Awakenings readers use code 15FUNGI for a 15% discount. Camp Helen Brachman, Almond, WI. For more info & registration: MidwestWomensHerbal.com/mushrooms. Mycelium Mysteries: A Women’s Mushroom Retreat – Sept 28-30. Dr Cardy Raper, author of the book Love, Sex and Mushrooms: Adventures of a Woman in Science, will make the keynote address. Other presenters: Sue Van Hook, Mara Penfil, Linda Conroy, Sarah Foltz and Carla Kramer. Retreat will focus on understanding fungi as the grandmothers of our ecosystems, with workshops at beginner through advanced levels. Natural Awakenings readers use code 15FUNGI for a 15% discount. Camp Helen Brachman, Almond, WI. For more info & registration: MidwestWomensHerbal. com/mushrooms.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Earth Wisdom Animal Totem Workshop – 12:30-3pm. Animal totems align us by integrating the qualities of the animal with us. They see what potential we have, and highlight our character weaknesses in order to align us with our best qualities. “Journey” to meet your animal totem through meditation and intention. Instructor: Jill Militzer. $45. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com. Mindfulness and Meditation Retreat – Sep 29-30. Sat, 10:30am-5:30pm; Sun, 12:30-6pm. With Swami Yatidharmananda; learn his teachings of mindfulness, meditation and living a life of devotion.

Discover the journey of a man who went from software developer to monk and founder of a monastery that intergrates Vedic concepts with modern technology and spirituality for the modern world. Donation (majority of proceeds for Chidananda Sevashram Monastery). Santosha Yoga & Ayurveda, W307 N149 Golf Rd, Delafield. 262-271-4972. SantoshaYogaAyurveda.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Kundalini Yoga and Sound Healing – 9-10:30am. Kundalini yoga, the yoga of awareness, is a transformational practice which clears blocks and detoxifies the body and mind, revealing your true self. Followed by Venus gong detox healing. $20. Shorewood location. Preregister: 414-403-2053 or RosieYoga@gmail.com. RosieRain.com.

plan ahead FALL OF 2018 Reiki Level One Training – Oct 6. 9am-5pm. Learn reiki so that you may give yourself or others a treatment. Reiki heals, physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Special pricing until the end of the year. $190; 8 CEUs. 3082 Main St, East Troy. Contact Rhiana, register: 262-498-4162. Rhiana@bereiki.com. BeReiki.com. Crystal Reiki Level One – Oct 7. 10am-2pm. Learn crystal reiki; five symbols and an attunement to crystal reiki lineage. $75. 3082 Main St, East Troy. Contact Rhiana, register: 262-498-4162. Rhiana@ BeReiki.com. BeReiki.com. Mediumship Training with Amy Wilinski – Oct 13-14. 9am-4pm. Want to learn how to connect with the spirit world? This highly experiential course teaches a variety of techniques to connect with souls who have passed on. Learn to make connections with the spirit world and give an evidential reading. $295/commuter, $350/shared accommodation & meals, $385/private room & meals. Register: GoldenLightHealing.net.

savethedate OCTOBER 17 - DECEMBER 12 Engage the Body, Open the Heart, Heal the Mind – Oct 17 through Dec 12. 6:30-8pm. An 8-week class in mindfulness practices for the reduction of stress and enhancement of well-being. Mindfulness techniques will be taught to help the participant learn to skillfully manage feelings, thoughts and body sensations. With mindfulness techniques the past can heal and present happiness can be enhanced. $150/8week course, $25/ per class. GreenSquare Integrative Health Care Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. Info and registration: 414-305-7496. Wellness Body Mind Spirit Expo – Oct 21. The latest in holistic and new enlightening presentations, advances in alternative health awareness, and the nation’s finest psychics, mediums, and readers. An eclectic variety of exhibitors. Knowledgeable presentations are included with admission. $5, free/ under ten. Four Points Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore, 8900 N Kildeer Ct, Brown Deer. Info: WellnessBodyMindSpirit.com. Dr Joanne: 414-349-4932.

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savethedate SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27 2018 Wellness Fair – Oct 27. 11am-4:30pm. Meet local wellness professionals to improve your mind, body, and soul, attend numerous speeches, and learn how to empower your body to heal itself. $7/early bird registration on Eventbrite, $10/at door, $20/entry and a copy of the new book, free/children 12 and under. Waukesha County Expo Center, 4-H Forum Building (2nd building from Northview Rd), 1000 Northview Rd, Waukesha. 414-520-5163. TheWellnessFair. org/2018Fair. School of Sound and Healing – Nov 2-4. Fourteen Instructors, 43 class offerings and 114 hrs of education offered over 6 convenient weekends. Learn tuning forks, Himalayan and crystal singing bowls, tingshas, gongs, African drums and Peruvian whistling vessels; vocal and humming healing techniques, PEMP, rife and low-level laser therapy. Experience songs, chants and healing rituals of different cultures along with 20 sound protocols that can be used in the healing room. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

JANUARY 2019 Peru Journey: The Way of the Altomesayok – Jan 14-25, 2019. Lucid Dreaming & Envisioning. An opportunity to delve into the mystery teachings of the altomesayok shamans of Peru. Open only to mesa carriers. Under the guidance international teacher Jose Luis Herrerayou will be taken to places in your consciousness that will shatter your current framework of reference. We are looking for a dedicated group of people to further their studies in this mystical tradition. For info: GoldenLight Healing.net.

MAY 2019 Mists of Ireland 2019 – May 18-27, 2019. Explore the Celtic mysteries of the Emerald Isle. Engage in healing ceremonies and ritual in this ancient land of faerie, druids and magic. Two overnight castle stays, gourmet meals, and 4-star accommodations. Celtic guides/shamans lead sacred ceremonies at ancient sites. More info, Amy: 920-609-8277. GoldenLightHealing.net.

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or progress to the entire set. $150/entire course. Greensquare Integrative Health Care Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. 414-218-0500. Green SquareCenter.com. Tai Chi for Rehabilitation – Through Nov 7. 1-2pm. A therapeutic tool almost anyone can learn to help recover from chronic illness, stroke, heart disease, injury, surgical procedure, chronic fatigue and stress. All movements taught in a standing position as well as seated. $110/entire course. Greensquare Integrative Health Care Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. 414-218-0500. Green SquareCenter.com.

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$10 suggested offering. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UCIM@wi.rr.com.

A.C.I.M. Study Group – A Course in Miracles study group, following Fellowship. Love offering. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UCIM@wi.rr.com.

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Friendship and Potluck Sunday – After Fellowship. Last Sun. Bring a friend and receive a copy of Joe Sweeney’s new book, After Further Review, as a reward. Bring a dish to share and enjoy with your spiritual community. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UCIM@wi.rr.com.

Viking Runes Journey Circle – Beginning Sep 10. 8:30-10:30am. Every other Mon. A spiritual Journey with help from the Ancient Wisdom and Knowledge of the 24 Elder Futhark Runes. In each class connect with two runes. $25/per class (includes supplies and snacks). Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UCIM@wi.rr.com.

Reiki Energy Healing – 9am, 9:15am, 9:30am. 1st Sun. Before Sunday fellowship. Services provided by reiki master Leslie Kastner. Love offering. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UCIM@wi.rr.com.

Women’s Spirit Circle – 10-11am. Womanly Arts Women Spirit calls on Mondays; boundaries, self-care, and pleasure; w/Anne Wondra. The Womanly Arts text must be purchased separately. $150. Weekly schedule and enrollment online: WonderSpirit.com/Calendar.

Dream Interpretation Class – 3rd Sun. Dreams are a source of insight from the higher self. Facilitated by Kevin Reger, who teaches the Edgar Casey five-step approach. Love offering. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-4750105. UCIM@wi.rr.com. Sunday Gathering: Light of Grace – 10am. Come for meditation, soul-filled music and an inspiring spiritual message to uplift and motivate you. Spiritual Youth Development, ages 5-9, the second Sunday of each month. Light of Grace, 5806 W. National Ave, West Allis. 414-258-5555. LightOfGrace.Church. Shamanic Journey and Healing Circle – 12pm. 2nd Sun. Drumming is an act of letting go and letting God raise our consciousness. Bring your drum, some available for use. Group led by Dennis Clark.

wednesday Writing Women Wednesdays – 10:30am12:30pm. 4th Wed. A special time to explore your creativity in a loving and supportive space with interested like-minded sisters; w/Anne Wondra. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UCIM@wi.rr.com. Tai Chi for Beginners – Through Dec 12. 11:30am-12:30pm. Comprises the first 5 movements of the Yang-style 24 form set, characterized by slow, gentle, expansive movements. Use as a simple, stand-alone practice to enjoy for a lifetime

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Wisconsin Asberger’s Empowerment Group – 6:30-9pm. 2nd & 4th Wed. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. UCIM@ wi.rr.com.

thursday Minister’s Book Study – 9:15-10:45am. This is an open discussion group. We are beginning our study of Braving The Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone, by Brene’ Brown. Free. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UCIM@wi.rr.com. Silent Unity Prayer and Healing Circle – 11am. This prayer time coincides with the prayer time at World Headquarters Silent Unity where prayer partners are praying 24/7/365. This is a powerful time to join in prayer. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UCIM@wi.rr.com. Tai Chi for Beginners – Through Dec 13. 6-7pm. Comprises the first 5 movements of the Yang-style 24 form set, characterized by slow, gentle, expansive movements. Use as a simple, stand-alone practice to enjoy for a lifetime or progress to the entire set. $150/entire course. Greensquare Integrative Health Care Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. 414-218-0500. GreenSquareCenter.com. Get Intuit – Beginning Sep 13, for eight weeks. 6:30pm. With noted teacher and facilitator, Shala Kilmer. $225; class size limited. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. Shala: 702 280-8854. UCIM@wi.rr.com.

saturday Yoga with Mary Galati – 9am. 1st & 3rd Sat. Appropriate for all ages and abilities. Bring yoga mat or beach towel, wear comfortable clothing; men invited to participate. $7.50 per session. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UCIM@wi.rr.com. Citizens Climate Lobby – 10:30am-1:30pm. 2nd Sat. This is a non-partisan group dedicated to finding effective ways to preserving and protecting our planet from further climate change. Wedding Suite, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UCIM@wi.rr.com. Wisconsin Asberger’s Empowerment Group – 6:30-9pm. 1st & 3rd Sat. Game nights. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. UCIM@wi.rr.com.

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ACUPUNCTURE ANANDA ACUPUNCTURE & HEALING CENTER

4528 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood 414-791-0303 AnandaAcupuncture.com Ananda compassionately serves the unique needs of each individual offering a variety of holistic health therapies to support healing at the root and full recovery of mental, emotional, spiritual and physical well-being. See ad, page 12.

ROYAL ROAD CLINIC

1841 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee 414-377-3898 RoyalRoadMke.com Specializing in mental health, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD; stress reduction, digestive and eating disorders, detox and chronic pain. Offering acupuncture, reiki, gong bath meditations.

ANIMAL COMMUNICATION/ HEALING ALL SPIRIT HEALING

Stacy Krafczyk • 414-460-4781 AllSpiritHealing.com Stacy Krafczyk specializes in Animal Communication, intuitive readings, after life communication, energy work and healing for both people and animals that helps promote physical and emotional well-being.

ANIMAL CONNECTING AND HEALING

Aimee Lawent Beach 414-732-9860 AnimalConnectingAndHealing@yahoo.com Aimee is a Healing Touch for Animals (HTA) Practitioner and animal communicator. HTA restores harmony and balance to an animal’s energy system and works cooperatively with traditional veterinary care.

AYURVEDA SANTOSHA YOGA AND AYURVEDA W307 N1497 Golf Rd, Delafield 262-271-4972 SantoshaYogaAyurveda.com

Nikki Estes offers holistic health coaching through ayurvedic consultations, AyurYoga therapy and ayurvedic products and essential oils. Balance the body, focus the mind, enlighten the spirit. See ad, page 9.

BODYWORK 1212 BODYWORKS

20720 W Watertown Rd, Ste 100, Brookfield 414-405-3956 1212BodyWorks.com Emily Yenor, Physical Therapist and movement expert, identifies and corrects muscle imbalances throughout the body to help you move better, feel better and live better. See ad, page 10.

CHIROPRACTIC EVANS CHIROPRACTIC PAIN RELIEF LASER CLINIC

15720 W National Ave, New Berlin 262-785-5515 • NewBerlinChiro.com Exceptional chiropractic and wellness clinic with a special focus on chronic pain relief. Offering MLS Laser Therapy, massage, acupuncture, exercise rehabilitation, functional medicine, and more. See ad, page 4.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY NATURAL HEALTH SERVICES Cassondra Klein, Certified Colon Hydrotherapist 1428 N Farwell, Milwaukee 414-278-8922

Colon therapy helps relieve constipation, diarrhea, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), skin problems, fatigue, frequent headaches, insomnia, bloating and indigestion, candida, irritability, depression and bad breath.

ANGEL LIGHT CENTER FOR THE HEALING ARTS

13000 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove 262-787-3001 • AngelLightLLC.com Our Crystal Emporium features unique and exquisite crystals, stones and natural stone jewelry at affordable prices. Crystal Workshops and therapeutic Crystal Healing sessions also available.

FREE SPIRIT CRYSTALS

4763 N 124 St, Butler • 262-790-0748 FreeSpiritCrystals.com Besides selling beautiful stones and crystals, we offer a variety of healing sessions, crystal healing classes, reiki, astrology, tarot readings and spiritual counseling. See ad, page 27.

DENTISTRY HOLISTIC DENTISTRY OF PORT WASHINGTON

222 N Franklin St, Port Washington 262-235-4525 HolisticDentistryWI.com Dr. Railand is passionate about treating all ages with a whole body p e r s p e c t i v e . We c o m b i n e advanced alternative treatments with conventional procedures to provide true wellness. See ad, page 5.

INTEGRATIVE DENTAL SOLUTIONS 23770 Capitol Dr, Pewaukee 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale 262-691-4555 • WINaturalDentist.com

“…Because a healthy Body, starts with a healthy Mouth.” Our office specializes in treating the cause of the problem and not just the symptoms; we offer the latest advances in dentistry. See ad, page 3.

WHOLEHEALTH BIOMIMETIC & BIOLOGIC FAMILY DENTISTRY

125 W Wisconsin Ave, Ste 102, Pewaukee 262-737-4004 WholeHealthFamilyDentistry.com Dr. Schwartz is board certified in Biomimetic Dentistry, Integrative Biologic Dental Medicine and is a Board Certified Naturopathic Physician. We offer the best and healthiest dentistry for our patients.

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ESSENTIAL OILS YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS Anne Wondra 262-544-4310 WonderSpirit.com/services

Wellness educator and essential oils/ aromatherapy resource.

HOLISTIC HEALING CENTER FOR WELL-BEING Sandra Anderson 301 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland 262-367-0607 • c4wb.com

Sandra Anderson is certified in advanced energy medicine techniques and practices for supporting individuals who are looking for holistic approaches in attaining fulfillment and wellbeing. See ad, page 12.

ECO HARMONY LANDSCAPE

414-810-5858 Info@EcoHarmonyLandscaping.com Mike.EcoHarmony@gmail.com EcoHarmonyLandscaping.com Ecologically minded, full-service landscape company servicing SE Wisconsin. Specializing in sustainable ideas and low-maintenance solutions. Professional Craftsmanship Inspired by Nature. See ad, page 10.

LACEWING

Diane Olson-Schmidt • 414-793-3652 LaceWingGdcs@att.net Garden consultation, instruction, landscape design, wildflowers and woodland gardens, prairies, small ponds, rain gardens, landscape maintenance, organic lawn care. Organic landscape practices in all habitats. See ad, page 30.

GOLDEN LIGHT HEALING

Amy Wilinski, Shamanic Energy Practitioner/ Reiki Master • 920-609-8277 GoldenLightHealing.net Discover your gifts with one of our many offerings! Offering healing sessions and training in Milwaukee and Green Bay area in Reiki, Shamanism, Intuition, Mediumship and much more.

HYPNOTHERAPY MIDAMERICA HYPNOSIS & MINDSET TRAINING CENTER

15350 W National Ave, Ste 120, New Berlin 414-939-6463 MidAmericaHypnosis.com Become a Certified Hypnotherapist. Empower your Career and change your life forever. Learn to hypnotize anyone. Classes starting soon. Mention this listing for discount. See ad, page 22.

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LED PHOTO REJUVENATION WHITE SAGE SPA

Susie Raymond, Esthetician, Life Coach, Reiki Master/Teacher WhiteSageSpa.com • 414-352-6550 Reveal your radiance through natural methods of skin rejuvenation, including photo rejuvenation, gentle peels, natural/ organic customized facials. Susie brings 19 years of experience to every service and has a gentle healing touch. See ad, page 27.

LIFE COACH WONDERSPIRIT

262-544-4310 2312 N Grandview Blvd, Ste 101, Waukesha WonderSpirit.com I always feel better when I talk to you, is what I hear most often. I offer starter sessions, lead Monday morning women’s spirit calls and write eclectically at AnneWondra. com. See ad, page 29.

LYMPHATIC DETOX ALIVE & WELL NATURALLY 140B S Main St, Thiensville 262-297-7070 AliveAndWellNaturally.com

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Teresa Lopez provides ST-8 lymph decongestion with oxygen/ozone, halo dry salt Tx, MediCupping (gentle/intently), infrared therapy, microscopy. Esthetician, Raquel Schmitt: 262-378-0095 waxing/ eyelash extensions.

MEDICINE – FUNCTIONAL & INTEGRATIVE GREENSQUARE INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CARE CENTER 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale 414-292-3900, Ext 4797 GreenSquareCenter.com

25+ Integrative natural healing and medical specialists offer drug-free, patient-centered care. We treat the cause, not the symptom, using the latest integrative strategies. Enjoy affordable daily health & fitness classes, all in a beautiful neighborhood setting.

MEDICINE - NATUROPATHIC LAKESIDE NATURAL MEDICINE 4433 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood LakesideNaturalMedicine.com 414-939-8748

Dr. Sarah Axtell and Dr. Joanne Aponte are naturopathic doctors with a focus on autoimmune diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, hormone imbalances, weight loss and hypothyroidism. See ad, page 12.

NATURAL HEALTH SERVICES 1428 N Farwell, Milwaukee 414-278-8922 NHS1428.com

Dr. Mary Simon identifies and treats the causes of disease and stimulates the body’s self-healing mechanisms with nutrition, botanicals, homeopathy, and hydrotherapy. Clinical interests include chronic disease, women’s health, pregnancy, and pediatrics.

MENTAL HEALTH DR SUSAN TRAFTON

GreensquareCenter.com 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale 414-305-7496 Bringing together Western psychology and Eastern wisdom traditions for your healing and growth. Treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma and life transitions. See ad, page 19.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE WHITE WOLF MFR Infinity Healing Center, 3305 N 124th St, Brookfield 414-543-0855 WhiteWolfMFR.com Tony Grimm, LMT since 2007; expert-level JFB Myofascial Release therapist. MFR is the most effective treatment to eliminate or reduce pain using gentle pressure to get lasting results.

NATURAL FOODS OUTPOST NATURAL FOODS

Bay View, Brown Deer, Milwaukee, Mequon and Wauwatosa locations Outpost.coop We know Jack! Unlike other area grocers, we know by name many of the farmers and producers who supply Outpost with quality goods. See ad, page 15.

CINDY CARLSON REIKI AND ENERGY HEALING

121 E Silver Spring Dr, Ste 208, Whitefish Bay 414-758-0657 CarlsonHealing.com Reiki/energy healing is a powerful treatment that helps the body relax at a very deep level, allowing the body to activate its own ability to heal itself. See ad, page 23.

RELATIONSHIP COACH KERIDAK SILK

WiseWomen.Keridak.com 262-404-7119 Clear intimacy issues, relationship blocks, gain confidence. Keridak Silk, MS, CCH, utilizes intuitive counseling, hypnosis, life coaching and divination to help you with your unique needs. By phone or in-person.

ROLFING NUTRITION LANGLOIS’ VITAL NUTRITION CENTER 16655 W Wisconsin Ave, Brookfield 414-453-8289 store, 414-453-4070 office VitalNutritionCenter.com

Langlois’ Vital Nutrition Center is at the forefront in optimal nutrition. Optimal nutrition equals: Increased energy, more productivity, enhanced emotions, improved brain function and more. See ad, page 40.

OUTDOOR GEAR YELLOW WOOD GEAR

401 E Silver Spring Dr, Whitefish Bay YellowWoodGear.com 414-332-3636 Yellow Wood specializes in premier outdoor gear with a conscience, passion for what we do and purpose to create a better society and community. See ad, page 9.

REIKI BE REIKI

100 Main St, Mukwonago 262-498-4162 BeReiki.com Rhiana is trained in Usui and Holy Fire Karuna Reiki. Earn CEUs. If you’re looking for certified training and compassionate healing sessions, call Rhiana.

KEVIN MCCOY ROLFING

262-337-1530 KevinMcCoyRolfing.com Brookfield and Glendale locations Rolfing Structural Integration is a unique whole-body approach that facilitates effortless, upright posture & fluid, pain-free movement. It helps you feel comfortable in your own skin. See ad, page 10.

SPIRITUAL LIGHT OF GRACE

Kris Nelsen, Senior Pastor 5806 W National Ave, West Allis LightOfGrace.Church A loving, spiritual community dedicated to assisting others on their spiritual journey. We provide 10am Sunday gatherings, healing services, weddings, classes & more. Thomas Sherbrook, Pastor Emeritus. See ad, page 19.

ROSIE RAIN YOGA AND HEALING Reiki Master/Teacher, Experienced Yoga Teacher RosieRain.com • 414-403-2053

Offering 20 years of experience assisting others in their spiritual growth with yoga, meditation, reiki, crystal and sacred sound healing. Devotion to awareness is our practice.

UNITY CHURCH

Rev Mari Gabriels on 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa • 414-475-0105 UnityChurchInMilwaukee.org A God-centered c o m m u n i t y, welcoming all to come and share the gifts of divine love, life, peace, joy and abundance. Join us Sundays, 10 am. See ad, page 23.

SCHOOLS/TRAINING ART OF HEALING SCHOOL OF ENERGY MEDICINE

13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove 262-787-3001 • AngelLightLLC.com Wisconsin’s premier School for Energy Medicine Training offering individual classes, certificate and diploma programs. Built on the belief that knowledge, competency and professionalism must exist at the very foundation of Energy Work.

MIDWEST COLLEGE OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE

6232 Bankers Rd, Racine • 800-593-2320 Acupuncture.edu The Midwest College, with campuses in Racine and Chicago, offers accredited programs in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine that lead to licensed practice in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana and many other states. See ad, page 29.

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