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Essential Oils for Challenging Times

HEALING DANCE

Movement Helps the Whole Body

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IMMUNE SYSTEM

Autoimmune Breakthroughs Offer New Hope

18 THE MATRIX OF LIFE

Boosting Collagen for Better Health

20 FLOWER WOW-ER Beautiful Floral Designing

22 DANCING TO YOUR

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The Healing Power of Movement

24 SOUL NOURISHMENT

The Kitchen As Sacred Space

26 FINDING CALM During Trying Times

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Waldorf Offering Exemplary Schooling in Detroit

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aldorf education is grounded in child development, aligning the stage of life with the stage of learning.

With that in mind, the journey toward reading and literacy is a deliberate path that unfolds first through storytelling and song, then by recognizing letters associated with familiar people and items.

When a Waldorf student begins sight reading, he or she has already mastered comprehension, character development and language in age-appropriate, tangible ways, which makes it easy to put it all together on the page.

All children end up in the same place, able to read and engage with stories as a way of exploring meaning and their world. In a Waldorf school, however, children begin with story as recipients of the storytelling, holders of characters, and an intimate introduction to letters as they relate to the people they know and the places they go. Only after children feel confident in owning the language and the process of story do they begin the practice of sight reading, at an age when comprehension and literacy go hand-in-hand.

Many parents don’t realize that when a child begins reading in Kindergarten, he or she may not comprehend what they are sounding out on the page. Waldorf education offers a different journey to literacy for the reason that comprehension accompanies reading in a developmentally beautiful way.

As parents focus on choosing schools to enroll their children this fall, they should consider questions of how deeply a child learns versus when a particular subject is introduced.

The path of education is almost more important than the method, because most children where they need be in their own time.

The first seven years of a child’s life should be a time of activity and play. Inhabiting stories brings words closer to the child’s being as he or she becomes intimately connected with the art of language.

Once imprinted with this love of story, they become ready to take the next step toward literacy. Waldorf education views the developing child as a spiritual being gradually growing and building the capacities for an adulthood filled with self-determination, self-reliance and balance.

Waldorf education is held by the belief that each stage of childhood calls for a specific educating environment that harnesses the powers inherent in the child already.

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he nonprofit University of Detroit Mercy and Pope Francis Center, which assists the homeless population in Detroit, have partnered during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The center, located next door to the university law school downtown building, closed on March 16 because of the coronavirus.

Now, the University of Detroit Mercy has revamped its law school student parking lot to serve those that once frequented the center. Large enough so social distancing can be observed, the lot is now outfitted with large tents and serves as space that provides meals, medical checks and a resting space for the homeless community. With the assistance of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a truck with showers and restrooms will also be available.

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The city of Detroit also launched a new program, Feed the Front Lines. More than 10,000 meals will be delivered this month to Detroit hospitals, police precincts, firehouses and Detroit Department of Transportation terminals. Individuals can visit the website to donate. The first $25,000 raised will be matched by the Quicken Loans Community Fund. The city is looking for businesses that can provide individually packaged meals for $15 or less, and encourages Detroit-based restaurants and catering companies to visit FeedTheFrontLinesDetroit.com.

Women Will Series Addresses Gender Equality

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he Build Institute and Michigan Women’s Foundation will present the Women Will Series: Balancing Act from 6 to 8 p.m., May 26 at the Build Institute. It focuses on the issues that Detroit female entrepreneurs are facing and the solutions to address them. The panel includes Raquel Castaneda-Lopez, Detroit District 6 councilwoman; Danielle North, of Kidz Kingdom Child Care & Party Center; Portia Powell, of Chemical Bank; and Victoria Washington, of Detroit Dough.

This event specifically covers the concept of how female entrepreneurs are constantly having to balance their business with motherhood, family life, jobs, education, health, societal constructs and more—that men typically are not tasked with balancing.

Admission is free. Location: 1620 Michigan Ave., Ste. 120, Detroit.

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he Belle Isle Art Fair, to be held August 1 and 2 featuring more than 100 juried artists from across the country and free interactive cultural events for the whole family, is accepting artist submissions. This outdoor event promises a full day of experiences and weekend of fun.

A broad spectrum of mediums and price points will be represented, including painting, printmaking, woodworking, metalwork, ceramics, jewelry, textiles and more. To encourage smooth navigation for guests, the tents will be set up in a circular footprint next to the James Scott Memorial Fountain, which adds to the event’s placid atmosphere.

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he Kitchen, by Cooking with Que, Detroit’s premier demonstration kitchen and contemporary shared space, is a collaborative kitchen and learning environment. It has two state-of-the-art kitchens; one for live demonstrations and lunch, and the other as a shared-use rental kitchen for other worldwide culinary experts.

The goal of owner Quiana “Que” Broden is to create a place where vegans and meat eaters could coexist by introducing more plant-based meals into everyday living. With hands-on demonstrations and living recipes, The Kitchen satisfies every appetite at the table.

In addition, a culinary market and expert staff are resources for Metro Detroit’s vibrant and diverse culture of food lovers.

This space exists so everyone from the aspiring novice chef to the most decorated master of cuisine can share their love and knowledge of food.

Location: 6529 Woodward Ave., Ste. A, Detroit. For more information, call 313-4624184. For Café catering or recipes, tips, podcast and video, visit CookingWithQue.com.

CORRECTION: The news brief Sanctuary Wellness Opens in Livonia, in our April issue, stated that when Dr. Patrick Jary’s new location officially opens on May 4, he will be offering 50 percent off all chiropractic exams, X-rays, adjustments, infrared sauna, body scans and traction. The discount is only available to patients that do not have insurance.

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Essential Oils for Challenging Times In these coronavirus days, an essential oil mixture with legendary origins in the Bubonic Plague offers soothing scents for the homebound and might add some viral protection.

The mixture of five oils: eucalyptus, clove, cinnamon, lemon and rosemary, is known as Thieves. As the story goes, in the 1500s, as the Black Death decimated Europe, when four unemployed spice merchants that turned to robbing the bodies and homes of the dead were captured and threatened with being burned alive, they confessed to the judge their secret to avoiding infection—the spice blend that they rubbed on their hands, ears, feet and temples.

They were all hanged, but their formula survives as Thieves, and is today one of the most popular essential oil blends in the market, sold under that name and also as Five Guards, Health Shield and Fighting Five. Although shown to sharply reduce three kinds of airborne bacteria in 10 minutes, its antiviral properties have not been extensively studied. Its components, however, have proven antimicrobial, antiseptic and antiviral properties:

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n Eucalyptus, long used for respiratory infections, has been proven effective against a number of viruses, particularly the swine flu and herpes type 1 viruses. n Clove has exhibited strong antiviral activity against such viruses as the adenovirus type 3 respiratory virus, poliovirus and coxsackievirus. n Cinnamon leaf shows antiviral activity and can prevent pneumonia due to influenza. n Lemon oil has antibacterial and antifungal properties, and is often used in cleaning products. n Rosemary eases stress and has antiviral, antimicrobial and antidepressant qualities.

Thieves can be purchased in natural health stores or online. For a homemade blend, Jennifer Lane, an aromatherapist, registered nurse and founder of LovingEssential Oils.com, recommends combining these essential oils: 4 35 drops lemon 4 20 drops cinnamon leaf 4 15 drops clove bud 4 15 drops eucalyptus 4 10 drops rosemary

Adding five drops of the blend, along with water in a diffuser, can waft the scent throughout a room and diminish airborne odors and germs. For respiratory support, put a few drops into a cup of steaming, but not boiling, water, drape a towel around the cup and face, and breathe in the fumes. Add it to a carrier oil like jojoba oil or coconut oil at a 1:30 ratio (such as one-half ounce Thieves to 15 ounces jojoba) and rub it on pulse points in the wrist and neck. But do not ingest the blend. If a child under 10 is in the house, don’t diffuse it or use it topically on them, because rosemary and eucalyptus can be unsafe for a child, advises Christina Anthis, author of The Beginner’s Guide to Essential Oils: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started.

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Consume Date Vinegar to Boost Heart Health and Tips for Immune Health Reduce Inflammation

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Basic health information is important for everyone. We enter flu season in a certain state of health defined by our habits, genetics and age, and response time can be critical at the very first signs of sickness. It is helpful to carry eucalyptus and use it immediately upon sensations of sinus or throat irritation. An invigorating shower can also stop an invasion, as well as the homeopathic Oscillococcinum or maybe bitter wormwood tea.

Congestion can be made worse by cooked cheese and meat. A focus on lighter foods such as fresh fruit and vegetables supports immune function in the early stages. Pull out the juicer. Beta glucan, the immune stimulant, is extracted from oats to make supplements. Hot tea and soup should be available on the stove.

Stress and depression depress immune function, so get lots of sleep and do deep breathing exercises for their calming effects. The immune circulation increases with exercise and breath.

If we get sick and recover on our own, the immune system gets stronger, but be careful not to spread disease to others. So no coughing or sneezing in public and wash hands and face with hot soapy water regularly.

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Take Quercetin to Reduce Blood Pressure

In a study of 76 people with mildly high total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, research published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine found that consuming 30 milliliters of vinegar made from date pulp and pits daily for four weeks significantly improved total cholesterol, LDL, triglyceride and HDL levels, as well as several biomarkers of inflammation.

Tuck Kids In Early to Reduce Depression and Cognitive Issues Fewer than seven hours of sleep for a child is not only linked to anxiety, depression, impulsiveness and cognitive difficulties, but also impacts a child’s brain structure, suggests new research from the UK’s Warwick University published in Molecular Psychiatry. Researchers used data that included MRI scans of more than 11,000 children ages 9 to 11 from 21 centers in the U.S. Parents also provided information about their child’s sleep duration and mental health conditions, and children performed a battery of cognitive tests. Researchers found that compared to children that slept between the recommended nine and 11 hours, those receiving less than seven hours had 53 percent more behavioral problems and scored 7.8 percent lower on cognitive tests. In children that slept less, volumes were smaller in five brain regions. Children that slept longer showed less depression and higher cognitive scores, and felt safer and more secure in their homes and neighborhoods.

Supplementation with quercetin, a plant pigment found in capers, cilantro, fennel, onions, red leaf lettuce, watercress, elderberries, asparagus, kale, cocoa, apples and chia seeds, can significantly reduce both diastolic and systolic blood pressure, lowering each by about three milliliters/Hg, reports a new review of research published in the Oxford Academic Journal, of 17 clinical studies that tested 896 participants. Quercetin also improved HDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels when consumed for eight weeks or more.

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Taking Care of Ourselves During the Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has affected us all. Frontline essential workers, including medical professionals, all hospital workers and workers in public safety, food service, grocery stores, order fulfillment, transportation and delivery are working under incredible stress and danger. People sickened by the virus have symptoms ranging from mild to life-threatening. Many lives have ended prematurely.

These times are anxiety-producing. People lucky enough to work from home or just shelter in place must still deal with unknowns about this insidious disease, how it is transmitted and when it will be safe to re-enter society. Many people have lost their jobs, causing much economic hardship.

In normal times, there are therapies, including foot reflexology, to help people relax and cope with stress.

Unfortunately, for now, in-person sessions are not feasible due to the contagiousness of this disease. Only life-sustaining medical care is available. Until such time that it is safe to resume therapies like massage and foot reflexology, people need to work on keeping themselves as healthy as possible.

First, read or listen to reliable news sources to stay informed of the current developments and possible breakthroughs in the crisis, but don’t fixate on the news.

Do something enjoyable, like getting outside for exercise, reading a fun book, cooking, gardening, working a crossword puzzle or gardening. Maintain social distancing, but keep in contact with friends and family by phone or social media. Take a nap in the afternoon.

From a foot reflexology perspective, when we walk or run, we need to do it carefully to avoid injury. Supportive shoes to keep feet comfortable as we enjoy nature are a must. Try pampering feet with a warm Epsom salt soak or massaging them with some relaxing lavender oil lotion.

Make sure to work on the balls of the feet, this area corresponds to the lungs in reflexology. Stroking the top of the foot from the toes down stimulates the lymph system. Also know that when massaging the middle area of the arch this can soothe stress organs such as the adrenal glands and solar plexus; it can also give a boost to the kidneys.

These are stressful, unprecedented times, but many people have shown great kindness in helping others. The human spirit shines in many difficult situations. People also need to remember to be kind and gentle to themselves.

Denise Held, RN, a certified Reflexolo-Chi foot reflexologist, normally has office hours at the Natural Healing Center, 2002 Hogback Rd., Ste. 14, in Ann Arbor. At present, her practice is suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Ozone therapy has been proven for years to kill all kind of germs topically via ozonized water, oils, and creams. Ozonized water could be very effective as drinking water, and solution for mouth and throat gargling. As we already know, coronavirus stays first in upper airways for days, causing sore throat. In most cases it could be effectively eliminated using sea salt or ozonized water gargling every few hours.

Moreover, systemic (intravenous) ozone could be used for prophylaxis and treatment of infection.

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A small amount of blood is drawn (typically about 150-200mL), mixed with ozone, and then infused back via the same vein. This constitutes one pass. It could be repeated 9 or Dr. Andrey Lutskovsky more additional times for a total of up to 10+ passes per procedure, lasting about an hour.

This treatment is known to improve circulation, immune system, oxygenation of the whole body. It stimulates production of new stem cells, activates existing ones, it kills all kinds of bacteria, spirochetes, viruses, fungus, even cancer cells. High Dose Ozone rebuilds mi-tochondria as an energy source, and generally revitalizes the whole body. High Dose Ozone even slows down telomeres shortening. This procedure works great as a major detox tool, doesn’t deplete the body of important electrolytes and other micronutrients.

In China Hyperbaric Ozone was successfully used on some patients with confirmed coronavirus infection. Chinese protocol includes exponentially increasing number of passes of ozone and high doses of vitamins. Also small amount of patients in China with coronavirus pneumonia (advanced stage of outbreak disease) were successfully treated with intravenous mesenchymal (stem cells) injections.

We are sure that hospitals would do anything to treat serious cases of coronavirus with all necessary methods. But our clinic also has capacity to provide ozone and stem cells as very effective alternative treatment for everybody.

High Dose Ozone is also recommended as prophylaxis from once a month to twice a year. It works great as detox, anti-aging, energy boost, and immune system enhancement. It is 100% natural and is internationally recognized as one of the safest therapies in all of medicine.

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Healing the Immune System Autoimmune Breakthroughs Offer New Hope

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by April Thompson ome 23 million Americans suffer from one or more autoimmune diseases—a category comprised of more than 80 conditions, including fibromyalgia, Hashimoto’s disease, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis and Type 1 diabetes. These pernicious disorders are notoriously difficult to diagnose, even harder to treat and can be

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debilitating, diminishing the quality of life for sufferers.

Another commonality is the increased prevalence of autoimmune disease in women versus men; in the case of lupus, for example, a nine-fold difference. Some early indicators are that this may be related to a “gene dosage effect”, as men with XXY chromosomes

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have the same risk of developing lupus as other women, and women with XXX chromosomes (known in medical parlance as “superwomen”) have an even higher risk of autoimmune disease, according to Judith James, chair of the Arthritis & Clinical Immunology Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, in Oklahoma City.

Yet there is hope on the horizon, as scientific discoveries unlock important insights about the manifestation and progression of autoimmune diseases leading to new treatments and prevention tips. Evidence is also mounting around the role of diet and lifestyle in autoimmune conditions, giving patients new avenues for taking charge of their health instead of simply waiting for a cure.

Autoimmune diseases are chronic and can affect almost any part of the body, including the heart, brain, muscles, skin, eyes, joints, lungs, kidneys, glands, digestive tract and blood vessels. Each disease carries its own set of symptoms, but inflammation is nearly always present, and are all connected by how the immune system attacks the body’s healthy tissues. “Those shared characteristics hold the potential for shared treatments, and ultimately potentially common cures,” says Jane Buckner, president of the Benaroya Research Institute (BRI), at Virginia Mason, in Seattle, which works to advance the prediction, prevention, reversal and cure of immune system diseases.

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those tipping points in transitioning into disease that help us understand who is at highest risk, and helps give very directed therapies,” says James.

Self-Healing from Autoimmunity

By her early 20s, Mickey Trescott, of Willamette Valley, Oregon, was bedridden and had lost her job to autoimmune disease.

At one point, doctors thought it was multiple sclerosis (MS); she was dizzy, numb, falling over and slurring her speech. Eventually, she was diagnosed with both Hashimoto’s and celiac diseases, affecting the thyroid and small intestine, respectively. Trescott, a nutritionist, chef and author of The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook, had been vegan for 10 years, but had a feeling that her body needed something different.

She found an early version of what would become known as the autoimmune protocol (AIP), and in following its guidelines, began to find relief. Trescott connected with other women and started a private Facebook group to share information on what was improving their condition from which the AIP community sprung. AIP, an elimination diet that seeks to reset the immune system by cutting out inflammation-causing foods and treating leaky gut, has much in common with the paleo diet and promotes vitamin- and nutrient-rich foods. However, every individual comes out of the AIP process with a customized diet.

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For Trescott, “Gluten is a forever-no, and I am also allergic to dairy and sensitive to a lot of nightshade vegetables, like tomatoes and peppers.” It took three years to recover most of her functioning, and although she had been a personal chef, it was still challenging to determine a new approach to eating that didn’t include the grains and legumes that had been staples of her diet.

Trescott is still on medications, including the same thyroid support she’s relied on from the start. “There is a misconception that the AIP is an alternative to conventional medicine. We really pride ourselves on using all the tools in our toolbox, including surgery, medication and lifestyle changes,” she says.

Anecdotal successes like Trescott’s have led researchers to pursue funding to test the AIP’s efficacy. In a pilot study of 18 individuals with an average sick time of 19 years that didn’t respond to traditional medication, 73 percent were in clinical remission at the end of the trial, having followed the AIP. “It was a small sample size, but the results are promising,” says Trescott.

Physician, Healed Thyself

Like many physicians, Terry Wahls focused on treating her patients with drugs or surgical procedures—until the Iowa City doctor was diagnosed with MS in 2000. Within three years, despite conventional medical treatments, her back and stomach muscles had weakened to the point where she needed a tilt-recline wheelchair, and by the summer

of 2007, she could no longer sit up.

Though Wahls had been a vegetarian on a low-fat diet for 20 years, she went back to eating meat and gave up all dairy, wheat and grains, but still wasn’t improving. Delving back into the science of her condition, Wahls realized that mitochondrial support was key, and the speed of her decline slowed while taking a cocktail of vitamins to support its functioning.

It wasn’t until she took a comprehensive approach to optimize everything she could take in through her food rather than relying on supplements that she saw radical results: Her brain fog, fatigue and pain went away and she biked around the block for the first time in six years. “Taking in nutrients in the form of food rather than supplements, you get related compounds and thousands of others in biologically anticipated ratios,” explains Wahls. “I still do take some supplements, but the magic is the food.”

Those key ingredients, says Wahls, include magnesium, zinc, selenium, sulfur, amino acids, cholesterol, omega-6 and omega-3s, fats, carnitine and creatine. Her rule of thumb for daily intake is three cups of leafy green vegetables; three cups of sulfuric vegetables like cabbage, mushrooms and onions; and three cups of deeply pigmented vegetables, plus sources of protein for meat eaters and vegetarians.

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been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals. “Basic science is now showing that the microbiome has a huge impact on the immune system activity and the brain; the food we eat can turn gene expression on and off,” says Wahls, who hasn’t taken any drugs for her autoimmune condition since 2008.

Buckner cautions against patients trying to manage disease with lifestyle changes alone, without giving available allopathic treatments a fair try. “People do better if they are treated early and aggressively. They are reliant on fewer medications down the road and don’t have permanent damage if they seek treatment early.”

However, even researchers focused on pharmaceutical approaches acknowledge the importance of diet and lifestyle. Meggan Mackay, professor of Molecular Medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, at Northwell Health, in Manhasset, New York, believes this can play a critical role in disease management. She cites numerous studies showing exercise as a stress-buster positively influencing disease outcomes, as well as a more specific study looking at the benefits of adding fish oil and vitamin D to the diets of lupus patients. “The rise in obesity, which is linked to increased inflammation in the U.S., may be one of reasons we are seeing more autoimmune disease than ever,” says Mackay.

At-risk individuals should be aware of factors under their control, adds James. “If someone is worried about autoimmune

disease running in their family, monitoring and maintaining adequate vitamin D levels and avoiding smoking and other high-risk behaviors can help improve their chances.”

Even sleep patterns can play a role in disease manifestation, says the researcher. In one study, individuals at high risk for autoimmune disease that slept less than seven hours per day were more likely to develop an autoimmune condition, according to James.

Common Links Serve as Research Clues

There are some clear links between autoimmune diseases, such as the genetic predisposition that runs in families. “Someone with rheumatoid arthritis may have a sister with celiac disease, for example, and one individual may suffer from multiple autoimmune conditions. We can learn from these common genetic links,” says Buckner. These common links can serve as important clues. For example, Buckner says they are able to demonstrate changes in T cells in diabetes and MS that are the same, which might lead to common treatments for the two conditions.

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Mackay is hopeful about advances in basic science addressing specific immune system abnormalities linked to inflammatory problems. “Lupus is very challenging to diagnose and treat because it can affect every system in the body,” says Mackay, whose research team has focused on lupus for decades. “The only forms of treatment have been very immune-suppressive medications that shut down the immune response.

None of these medications are specific, so in shutting down the immune response to treat lupus, they in turn interfere with the body’s ability to fight off infection and cancer.” Researchers are now honing in on single cells from biopsies that indicate which proteins are abnormal, thereby helping develop more selective therapies, she says.

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r. Patrick Jary, a board-certified doctor of chiropractic and owner of The Sanctuary Chiropractic and Wellness Spa, attended the University of Michigan and Life Chiropractic University, in Atlanta. He has 35 years experience in the health industry, with 27 years of experience as an active field doctor. Dr. Pat specializes in neurology, orthopedics and soft tissue injury, with an emphasis on holistic wellness, immune system health and pain elimination.

Dr. Pat uses a hybrid of many healing tools within The Sanctuary, noting, “Not everyone wants chiropractic. Not everyone wants massage therapy. Not everyone wants acupuncture. We offer all these, plus many other approaches to get our patients well in the safest, fastest, and least expensive way as possible. And you are always the boss. You tell us what measures you are comfortable with to get you healthy.

But whichever way we get you healing, it is always, always, always, in a manner that is gentle, easy and comforting.”

He states, “Originally, I thought I was going into the field of space science or possibly even entering into military service, but the first obstacle was math. Math and I were not friends, so that curtailed the space sciences. The military appealed to me, but after some soul searching, I knew that was not the right path for me either.

Even as a child, I have always enjoyed helping others feel better, and I was drawn into chiropractic after I suffered my own health issues that chiropractic ended up curing for me. It was such a dramatic change in my health I was intrigued into knowing more, and thus chiropractic ‘chose me’ to be a steward in helping others achieve better health.”

The Sanctuary is different than other offices because they do not let finances get in the way of care. Instead, they help many people that can either not afford care at all or are on a reduced income.

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He shares, “My patients are like my family. I care for every person that walks through my door as if they were one of my own. I also listen. Listening is half the battle in getting someone healthier.

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THE MATRIX OF LIFE Boosting Collagen for Better Health

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ollagen, a protein, holds us together from the inside-out, helping to build bones and providing the scaffolding that knits our bones and organs together. Stress and poor lifestyle habits, such as smoking and eating too much sugar, can contribute to its breakdown and accelerate the aging process, but strategic dietary choices and supplements can have a significant positive impact on our skin, as well as underlying conditions.

Although celebrated for its cosmetic effects, “Most people are surprised to learn that collagen is equally important for blood vessels and tissues surrounding and supporting the internal organs,” says Pamela Schoenfeld, a dietitian and nutritionist in Raleigh, North Carolina, and author of The Collagen Diet: Rejuvenate Skin, Strengthen Joints and Feel Younger

by Boosting Collagen Intake and Production. Collagen is mostly found in tendons, ligaments and skin, and is also abundant in bones, cartilage, muscles, corneas, blood vessels, the gut, vertebrae discs and teeth.

In studies, collagen supplements show promise for joint pain, arthritic conditions, osteoporosis and heart health.

A Penn State study of 147 student athletes found that those that took 10 grams of collagen hydrolysate daily for 24 weeks had significantly less joint pain while walking and at rest compared to a placebo group.

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A 2012 study featured in Complementary Therapies in Medicine found that 1,200 milligrams of collagen hydrolysate taken daily decreased joint pain in older people by 20 percent compared to a placebo. In a 2018 study, post-menopausal women that took five grams of collagen daily for a year had better bone buildup and less bone degradation. A 2017 Japanese study of 31 healthy adults found that those that took 16 grams of collagen daily had more flexible arteries after six months.

Essential Foods

Collagen health starts with our diet.

Leafy greens and jewel-toned, lycopene-rich vegetables, like beets, red peppers, tomatoes, berries and pomegranates, as well as seeds, including chia, sunflower and pumpkin, all pack a collagen punch.

Schoenfeld recommends bone broth, too, for its joint-lubricating molecules called glycosaminoglycans, which hold many times their weight in water.

Kellyann Petrucci, a naturopathic doctor in Philadelphia and author of Dr. Kellyann’s Bone Broth Diet, concurs: “Bone broth is more than a soup. It’s concentrated healing and contains a bioavailable form of collagen your body can use immediately. It contains calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, collagen, glucosamine, chondroitin, amino acids

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and so much more.” She also recommends sulfur-rich foods like eggs, broccoli, onions, garlic and cauliflower, as well as shellfish and red meat in moderation for copper. “Copper activates the enzyme that is critical in producing collagen,” she explains.

Also important, according to Petrucci, is vitamin C: “If you’re depleted of vitamin C, your body won’t make any collagen.

Experiment with broccoli, kiwi, tomatoes and various citrus fruits. Bioflavonoids also improve the ability of vitamin C to be absorbed and utilized.”

Schoenfeld recommends chicken, including the skin; omega-3-rich fish with edible bones, such as sardines and canned salmon; and proline-rich, aged cheeses and yogurt. “Gelatin is also a fantastic way for the whole family to enjoy collagen and can be added to foods high in water like soups, stews, hot cereals, as can bone broth and collagen powders,” she says.

Supplements

A 2019 review of 11 studies published in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology found that oral collagen hydrolysate or tripeptide at dosages ranging from 2.5 grams to 10 grams a day increased “skin elasticity, hydration and dermal collagen density” and showed promise for wound healing and skin aging. Aloe vera, ginseng, berries, garlic, hyuralonic acid and red light therapy also boost collagen production, according to osteopathic physician and author Joseph Mercola.

For vegans, British homeopath Melissa Foreman recommends homeopathically-based minerals known as tissue salts at low potency, “which offer the benefits of meat-derived collagen and bone broth without having to ingest a meat product.” She personally relies on a combination of Nat phos, Calc phos and Kali sulph to promote new skin cells and improve the skin cell matrix. “These remedies are totally animal-free,” she says.

“You can produce a supplement similar to collagen powder and it has the same health benefits of bone broth.”

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resh-cut flowers can elevate a space with color, scents and textures that draw the eye and nose, but professional floral designs can be pricey.

DIY arranging, however, is an easy, fun and inexpensive creative outlet that can also help cultivate mindfulness. Flower arranging is more than just a decorative art; it’s a spiritual activity that helps create a kinship with nature and merge the indoors and outdoors.

Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, dates back to the seventh century, when floral offerings were made at Buddhist altars, according to Jeanne Ha, owner of the Washington Flower School, in Takoma Park, Maryland. In the 16th century, Japanese samurais practiced flower arranging prior to combat to help calm them and stay centered, a stress-reducing activity most of us can benefit from today. “Seasonal flowers are an important element of Ikebana,” says Ha, part of a longstanding Japanese tradition of appreciating plants and flowers throughout the four seasons.

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Finding a Floral Style As with any artistic medium, creative choices are important in floral arranging.

We can opt for a fussy, formal style, a rustic farmhouse look or a modern, asymmetrical design. “The good news is you can’t mess up flowers. Whether multidimensional or one-sided, monochromatic or multicolored, you really can’t go wrong,” says Kathy Jentz, publisher of Washington Gardener Magazine and a flower arranging instructor in Silver Spring, Maryland.

Like a good meal, the ingredients of a bouquet are as important as how they are assembled. Start with organic, pesticide-free buds. “Look for local, seasonal flowers, which will be fresher and last longer than those flown in,” says Betty Ann Galway, a certified floral designer and instructor at the Norfolk Botanical Garden, in Virginia.

Farmers’ markets, community supported agriculture CSAs and pick-your-own farms are all great places to find locally, sustainably grown flowers, according to Jentz. To

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select for long shelf life, look for fresh-looking stamens and foliage, and firm heads on flowers. Mums, carnations and asters will last up to three weeks, says Galway.

When selecting flowers, Ami Wilber, floral and event décor designer at the Washington, D.C., Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, recommends starting with a color scheme, whether limiting the palette to one or two colors, using analogous colors like pinks and purples or selecting complementary colors like blues and oranges. “It’s also good to find a focal flower or a show-stopper that will immediately draw attention to a bouquet,” says Wilber.

Prepping the flowers before arranging will also prolong an arrangement’s longevity, including cutting stems diagonally to provide more surface area for water, suggests Jentz. She also recommends plunging flowers into cool water immediately after trimming their stems. Leaves pump water up the stem, so leave a few on while clearing those from the bottom that would otherwise be submerged in water, adds Galway.

Flower arranging is more than just a decorative art; it’s a spiritual activity that helps create a kinship with nature and merge the indoors and outdoors.

There are many ways to create structure for an arrangement, most of which is often hidden. Wilber stuffs chicken wire into an opaque container and then tapes down the top with a grid of floral tape to provide more control over the direction of the stems. Ha uses floral foam, soaked to provide hydration, into which stems can be inserted at any angle to create a gravity-defying design.

Different styles of arranging draw from different principles, but many common rules of thumb apply; for example, using odd numbers of each type of flower and adding in the largest flowers first to create an anchor for the composition. For a rustic, farm-to-table bouquet, look beyond just blooms to incorporate seed pods, grasses and other foliage from the backyard or woods, says Wilber. These will not only fill in gaps left by thin-stemmed flowers, but also help create contrast in texture, she adds, recommending that 70 percent of the container be green.

Once the design is complete, fine-tune the arrangement by stepping back to see the big-picture look and making any adjustments, removing discolored leaves and adding greenery to any bald spots, says Wilber. Many designers wrap large, flat leaves around the inside of a container for a clean, polished look that hides the stems.

Most importantly, don’t forget to stop and smell the lilacs.

Let the flowers lead the design and let go of any unattainable vision of perfection. “Appreciating the flowers and being thankful is an important part of the process, too,” says Ha. Connect with Washington, D.C. freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

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ovement comes in many colors, from modern dance to country line dancing, and there’s something for everyone, including those that claim to have two left feet.

Dancing is healthy for the heart and improves cognitive function by forging new neural pathways in the brain. It builds stronger bones, helps balance and improves flexibility and endurance.

Putting on dancing shoes also has a positive effect on depressive disorders, flooding the brain with endorphins that uplift mood and jumpstart motivation. Dance has found its way into the clinical setting as a psychotherapeutic tool for healing trauma, eating disorders and addictions.

Dancing, in essence, is for everyone. “Dance is a human right, a feature of almost every culture in the world, and our natural inclination to dance is one of the things that makes us human,” says David Leventhal, program director of Dance for PD, a nonprofit Parkinson’s Disease program of the Mark Morris Dance Group, in Brooklyn.

Valerie Durham, a modern dancer in Baltimore specializing in the Isadora Duncan technique, concurs, “Birds don’t consider if they have talent for singing, they just sing. They sing because they have a voice. Similarly, dance is a right offered to anyone with a body.”

A Deterrent for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s Disease and Cancer. Going dancing on a Friday night

also proves to nourish the brain. A 2017 study published in Frontiers of Aging Neuroscience shows evidence that dance increases white matter that diminishes with cognitive decline. An older study sponsored by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and published in the New England Journal of Medicine spotlights data gathered during a 21-year period and reveals that regular social dancing can reduce the risk for dementia in seniors by 76 percent.

“A number of peer-reviewed research studies point to dance’s ability to improve motor skills and function of people living with Parkinson’s disease—balance, gait and tremor. Dance is expressive, giving people a creative voice when it feels that their capacity for physical, vocal and facial expression is being taken away,” says Leventhal.

Durham, who worked with patients at the University of Florida Shands Hospital Arts in Medicine Program in the 1990s, witnessed

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Discover the Healer in You! memorable responses from cancer patients. “We danced with patients who were attached to IVs and those even in the ICU, some who were partially or even completely paralyzed, people who maybe could dance only with their eyes. And yet they danced,” marvels Durham. “Getting the lymphatic system, endorphins and breath flowing all elevate the body out of pain mode.”

Dancing from the Soul. All forms of dancing have the capability to free the spirit and heal deep emotional wounds buried in the memory-holding fascia of the body’s soft tissues. Ecstatic dance, which has roots in ancient spiritual practices, is an unstructured option that dilutes limiting, self-conscious habits. These days, ecstatic dance gatherings have been organized in cities around the world.

“There’s a vast movement in the dance world that has nothing to do with performance, but rather, is done for the joy of inhabiting a body in motion. Ecstatic dance is a free-form conscious dance and is a vibrant global community for people who love music and movement,” says Donna Carroll, founder of Ecstatic Dance International, in San Francisco. “When we can be courageous enough to turn away from our cultural norms that say you need ‘talent’ to dance, we get a chance to experience music through our bodies, and it can be quite pleasurable and life-affirming. Ecstatic dance is one of the most effective methods to return to what matters, to our bodies, to our ‘home’, and is accessible for people of all abilities.”

In her artistic sphere of performance art, Durham has seen her students blossom from the inside-out. “They are able to connect with the deep wisdom in their bodies, thereby releasing old energetic wounds. Depression and anxiety are relieved during dance because you are so consciously consumed with the present moment of the steps and the music. Dancers will find that they feel more joyful and at peace at the end of a dance session.”

For Leventhal, moving the body is a blessing for all: “Dance should be accessible and enjoyable to everyone, regardless of physical or cognitive challenges.”

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Laugh throughout the meal preparation.

Dance as you cook. Do the same thing if you live alone.”

Preparing food, whether a healthy smoothie or a gourmet weekend dinner for two, is a way to express love for ourselves and others. Baron loves the presence of plants, lovely ceramics and interesting platters and dishes, and notes, “Families can definitely shop, chop, cook and mealplan together to make the kitchen a fun place to be. Doing these things together is very bonding and sends the message that looking after yourself is important.”

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n our busy lives, grabbing food on the run or eating while standing at the kitchen counter is often the norm. Designating the kitchen as a practical sanctuary and seeing the sacredness of food not only makes it more conducive to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but also gives our spirits much-needed satiety.

“If we don’t touch the transcendent— emotionally and spiritually—physical nourishment won’t fill us up,” says Ronna Kabatznick, Ph.D., former psychological consultant to Weight Watchers International and the author of The Zen of Eating: Ancient Answers to Modern Weight Problems. “Seeing the kitchen as sacred is something that represents gratitude, beauty and blessings.”

Delia Baron, co-author of Better Together Kitchen: Beautiful Recipes to Share With People You Love and the host of seasonal food workshops with partner Ronnit Hoppe in Melbourne, Australia, concurs, “The kitchen is often the heartbeat of the home and the best place to gather, feast, chat and create beautiful memories and rituals. The kitchen is also a place to connect to our food source.”

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Preparing meals the old-fashioned way can slow us down and foster mindfulness, but Kabatznick emphasizes that cooking is irrelevant. “Look at the kitchen in terms of possibilities: ‘What can I create in this space?’ You don’t have to turn into Julia Child,” she says, adding, “You could be eating Chinese takeout or a prune; it’s all about mindset and simple rituals like saying a blessing, appreciating what we eat as a great gift.” Kabatznick encourages everyone to eat with dignity, and this includes using the good dishes, putting fresh flowers on the table and eating with awareness.

Seeing the kitchen as the inspired nucleus of the home, it’s natural to add favorite items like art prints, colorful jars, sentimental treasures, dried flowers and other seasonal delights to nourish daily contentment. Conjuring an element of joy adorns the mundane. “Put on some music to put you in either a peaceful or joyful mood,” says Molly Larkin, author, healing practitioner and blogger at Ancient Wisdom for Balanced Living (MollyLarkin.com), in Corrales, New Mexico. “Turn off the TV and give everyone in the family a job.

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Meal prep can be enjoyable and even relaxing in a calm environment. For Baron, organization is key. She advises, “Having all the ingredients you need and working in a clean space also helps make the experience rewarding.”

The smallest of kitchens can be abundant and organized with the help of a little innovation. A simple bookcase can offer additional shelf space for dry goods, bowls of produce or favorite cups. A small end table can hold a favorite tea pot and a jar of gourmet dark chocolate. A beautiful basket can hold go-to spice jars, and a pretty pitcher near the stove can accommodate a multitude of cooking utensils. “If you can’t fit it all out of sight in a cabinet, get some glass jars, fill them with grains, flours and legumes and line them up on the countertop. It will be neat, and you can see what you have,” suggests Larkin.

In the end, a well-nourished body and spirit fosters a beautiful life and inspires the same in others. An advocate for supporting the hungry in all communities, Kabatznick underscores local efforts and seeing the big picture of our relationship with food: “Taking out the garbage and cleaning up is also a sacred act if we bring that attitude into it. Food connects us to the Earth, the moon and the stars. From the seed to the truck driver—everything and everyone involved—the process of food is miraculous.”

Marlaina Donato is the author of several books and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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¼ tsp cloves ¼ tsp dried ginger 2 dashes of nutmeg 1 dash of allspice (optional) Pre-heat oven to 400° F and grease muffin tin with sunflower or olive oil (or line with cupcake papers). Sift flour and cocoa powder into bowl. Add baking powder, salt, sugar and spices; mix well. Combine water/milk, vanilla, molasses, oil and eggs (or apple sauce), and add to dry mixture. Stir, lifting the spoon high with each stirring to get air into the mixture.

Do not beat or overmix. Leave it a bit lumpy.

Fold in bananas. Fill muffin cups half to three-quarters full and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until wooden toothpick comes out clean. Place muffin tin on wire rack and allow to cool for 15 minutes before removing each muffin by hand (avoid turning tin over to get muffins out, or the extra-moist, fruit-filled muffins might come apart).

Optional treat: Dip muffin tops into melted coconut oil and roll in coconut sugar or turbinado. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon.

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FINDING CALM During Trying Times

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by Laurie Nadel

rom the moment we wake up and log on to our day, we are flooded with news about people whose days started off much the same, with an expectation of going from point A to point B, to lunch, to point C and then back home.

But something happened. A tornado touched down in the neighborhood. Or a train derailed in a cousin’s hometown. Or, like now, an invisible killer stalks the globe, threatening to take our life or the life of someone we know.

Within seconds, we are flooded with horror and helplessness. Unable to stop the

cascade of acute stress hormones, our bodies shift into fight-or-flight mode or leave us frozen like deer in the headlights. Whether we see what is happening online, on screen or in real time, we feel unsafe in our own skin.

Although disturbing images can be swiped away, when something bad happens to us, we don’t know what to do. We can’t change the channel.

Even during these tough times, we can find opportunities to develop new strengths and grow individually and together. To start with, we need emotional first aid to help us find calm quickly. We can do this by locating

the tension points in our body and asking them what color would help them feel calm.

Then we can inhale that color, letting it find its way within to soothe our cells, and exhale our stress by breathing out a different color. We can repeat this technique as long and as often as needed. Teachers at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, in Parkland, Florida, report that this really works for kids, too.

To heal means to make whole.

It doesn’t mean to make something go away.

Hardship is part of life’s journey. Even this global pandemic can serve as our spiritual wake-up call to learn how different spiritual traditions heal from life-shattering events.

Five gifts offer us the keys to wholeness: n Humility helps us accept what we cannot change. n Patience takes the edge off when the hurt lasts longer than we want. n Empathy keeps us connected for the long haul. n Forgiveness means forgiving ourselves, our leaders and God. n Growth lets us look back with thanks for what we learned when the journey of life was anything but comfortable and easy.

Let’s journey together.

Laurie Nadel, a Manhattan psychotherapist, is the author of The Five Gifts: Discovering Hope, Healing and Strength When Disaster Strikes.

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by Shawn Messonnier

here are many types of coronavirus.

COVID-19 is new—a novel coronavirus—and there are currently no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in dogs or cats. Dogs can become infected with a canine coronavirus. It is fairly species-specific and will not infect people, but can infect cats (without causing clinical disease in naturally infected cats). Most infected dogs do not show symptoms and recover without showing signs of infection; young puppies

may exhibit mild diarrhea.

Cats have their own coronavirus that, like dogs, usually causes an asymptomatic infection, or may cause mild diarrhea or mild respiratory infection (especially in kittens). However, this coronavirus, for unknown reasons, can mutate in the GI tract and transform into the (usually) lethal feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) virus (this occurs in about 10 percent of infected cats).

Again, this feline coronavirus will not

infect dogs or people, and only infects felids.

(A curious note is that cats can become infected with the human SARS coronavirus experimentally and naturally, but do not become ill, and the original SARS virus was suspected to have originated from a mongoose.) As with human coronaviruses, canine and feline coronaviruses can survive outside of the pet’s body for a period of time, especially in a colder environment, but are easily killed with most soap or disinfectants.

Dogs and cats that develop their own coronaviral diseases will not infect people.

However, by serving as fomites (objects that can carry an infectious organism on the surface), dogs and cats could potentially carry a virus on their coat or skin if an infected family member gets infected material (saliva, respiratory droplets, etc.) onto the animal.

Like any other surface in the home, the virus could transfer from the surface of the pet to other uninfected family members. (This is usually by hand to face transfer.)

To be safe, it may be wise to keep the family pet away from the infected family member, or at least have the infected family member bathe and/or wipe the pet’s coat with a wet washcloth before the pet is exposed to uninfected family members.

Keep in mind that maintaining proper blood levels of vitamin D in people and in pets is important in minimizing infectious diseases.

Shawn Messonnier, DVM, is the owner of Paws & Claws Holistic Animal Hospital, in Plano, Texas, and an award-winning author and host on Martha Stewart Radio.

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calendar of events FRIDAY, MAY 1 Virtual Program: Walking Up a Food Chain – 11am-12pm. Together we will create a food chain with the help of live animals from around the world.

Free. Registration required: Lesliesnc.org.

Online: The Accidentals – 8pm. Along the road, where they’ve performed more than 1,000 shows over the last five years, they've been open to and influenced by a dizzying variety of musical genres, from classical music to hip-hop. Free. More info: TheArk.org/ark-family-room-series.

SUNDAY, MAY 3 Spiritual Keys to a Happier Life – 9am-5pm. Explore techniques for inner adventure and jumpstart your beliefs to discover more joy and divine purpose. Learn the sacred word HU. Eckankar’s 2020 Michigan seminar features noted guitarist Rodney Jones. Youth program available. Eckankar’s 2020 Michigan seminar features noted guitarist Rodney Jones. Youth program available.

All beliefs welcome. Free. Embassy Suites, 19525 Victor Pkwy, Livonia. 248-546-9224. Eck-MI.org.

MONDAY, MAY 4 Grand Opening: The Sanctuary Chiropractic & Wellness Spa – Offering 50% off (for our patients who do not have insurance) on all chiropractic exams, x-rays and adjustments, as well as 50% off on infrared sauna, body scanner and traction. 33919 Plymouth Rd, Livonia. For an appt:734-421-7100 or Spines4U@aol.com. SanctuaryChiropractic AndWellnessSpa.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 17 Women of Wellness Summit – 10:30am-4:30pm.

We’ll take a deep dive into the common and unspoken ways our bodies suffer on a daily basis. Each speaker will expand on a different aspect of women’s health and how it relates to gut health, weight loss resistance, chronic inflammation, adrenal fatigue, stress, anxiety and overall imbalance. $150. Detroit Foundation Hotel, 250 W Larned St, Detroit.

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Temple Gathering – 5-7pm. A regular gathering (about once per month) for seekers, getting a chance to connect and discuss openly on sexuality, consciousness, spirituality, tantra and more. After an opening meditation, we hold a Sacred Circle, creating a safe space to share and ask questions on intimate topics you didn’t think you could talk about. Free; donations welcome. Via Zoom. RSVP: Support@Leslie Blackburn.com. Details: LeslieBlackburn.com.

Online: Rachael Davis with Dominic John Davis– 7:30pm. Multi-instrumentalist Rachael Davis is as renown for her expressive, and explosive, voice as she is for uniting the often desperate worlds of folk, blues, country and pop. Free. More info: TheArk. org/ark-family-room-series.

SUNDAY, MAY 10 Lily of the Valley-Strolling Tea – 1-3pm. Taylor Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 22314 Northline Rd, Taylor. TaylorConservatory.org.

Online: Nora Jane Struthers – 7:30pm. A performance by Nora Jane is full to the brim with stellar musicianship, unexpected arrangements that blur the lines between folk, roots and rock. Free. More info: TheArk.org/ark-family-room-series.

TUESDAY, MAY 12

sunday Livestreamed Sunday Service – 9:55am. Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Rd, Livonia. UnityOf Livonia.org.

ECK Light and Sound Service –10-11am. 2nd Sun. Dominican Center at Marywood, Lower Level, 2025 E Fulton St, Rm 4, Grand Rapids. 248-546-9224.

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Dance Meditation Technique – 10am-12pm. This 90-min, un-choreographed, whole-being workout is a drug-free, scientific technique and art for transforming tension into creativity. $10. Detroit Kung Fu Academy, 1353 Division, Ste 3E, Detroit.

248-910-3351. DanceMT.com.

Slow Flow Yoga – 11:30am. All-level practice offering an enjoyable balance between movement and stillness that encourages deeper feelings of calm, stress release and relaxation. A blend of guided flowing sequence of postures. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate. Y4Peace.org.

monday

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FRIDAY, MAY 1

Sunrise Flow – 7-7:45am. Gentle vinyasa that intentionally opens and challenges the sometimes sleepy and stiff morning body. Citizen Yoga Studio, 1224 Library St, Detroit. 313-502-5450. Citizen YogaStudio.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 9 Plant Sale – May 9-10. 10am-3pm. Taylor Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 22314 Northline Rd, Taylor. TaylorConservatory.org.

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THURSDAY, MAY 21

Let’s Meditate Detroit: Free Guided Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. With Sahaja Yoga Meditation we generally sit on chairs to achieve yoga, effortlessly and spontaneously. As such no asanas (exercises) are required, no mat or special clothing. Campbell Library, 8733 Vernor Hwy, Detroit. 315-390-0278.

DetroitPublicLibrary.org.

Waterfront Porch – 6-8pm. Join us with Dr. John Hartig, the author of, Waterfront Porch: Reclaiming Detroit’s Industrial Waterfront as a Gathering Place for All. It is the story of building the Detroit RiverWalk as part of a strategy to reconnect people with nature, help revitalize the city and region, and help foster a more sustainable future. Lafayette Greens, 132 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit. Greening OfDetroit.com.

Meaningful Mondays – 8pm. SevaLight Retreat Centre warmly welcomes everyone, of all faiths, meditation practices and traditions, to join us virtually. Will gather on video conference sharing in song/ chants and inspiring readings from Mata Yogananda Mahasaya Dharmaji’s writings, followed by Pure Meditation and silent prayer. Free. Email by 10am any Monday to receive the info about how to join by video: Info@SelfRealizationCentreMichigan.org.

Online: Chicago Farmer – 8pm. Many of Cody Diekhoff’s songs are in the Woody Guthrie vein, populist as well as autobiographical. Free. More info: TheArk.org/ark-family-room-series.

tuesday

Online: Jared Deck– 8pm. Be ready to shout, sing, and shed a tear. Jared Deck presents his new album, Bully Pulpit, full of gospel shouts, country storytelling and soulful crooning. Free. More info: TheArk.org/ark-family-room-series.

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Virtual Tuesday Connection Group – 8-9am. 1st & 3rd Tues. With Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber. Opportunity to receive business referrals; form lasting business relationships with other working professionals; give a 10-min presentation about your product/service to an attentive audience; help others you know find the products/services they are looking for and more. RSVP, Melanie Hojnowski: MhSecondStep@yahoo.com. swcrc.com.

Jumpstarting Your HR for Your Business – 10am12pm. Small Business HR Metrics for 2020: What HR Metrics are important to your business? What is your Recruiting Plan for 2020? Free. Via Zoom.

To register: swcrc.com.

How to Get Rid of Your Lawn – 10-11am. Join Master Gardener and artist and owner of Black Cat Pottery Cheryl English and learn how to plant your yard for bees, butterflies and beauty. Lafayette Greens, 132 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit. GreeningOfDetroit.com.

The Natural Playroom – 9am-3pm. The all-natural materials of wood, silk, wool and cotton impart a warmth and beauty that encourages babies and kids to explore the world around them. Gives kids an inviting space to play. $5-$8/family. Camden

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Plantapalooza Volunteer Day – May 23 & 24.

8am-6pm. Taylor Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 22314 Northline Rd, Taylor. TaylorConservatory.org.

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Rose Inc, 502 Farmer St, Plymouth. 734-927-5005.

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postures. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate. Y4Peace.org.

Chair Yoga – 10am. With Holy Yoga Detroit. Free.

Durfee Innovation Society, 2470 Collingwood, Ste 213, Detroit. 313-437-1549. DurfeeIS.org.

Parent-to-Parent Support Group – 6-7:30pm, 4th Thurs. For parents and caregivers of children, adolescents and young adults. An open, welcoming group providing dialogue and peer support. Free.

The Children’s Center, 90 Selden, Detroit. The ChildrensCenter.com.

Therapeutic Yoga – 10am. All levels. Perfect for those with back problems, healing injuries, inflexibility, weak abs or back muscles, stress, fatigue, overweight, depression and arthritic conditions.

Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate.

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Family Yoga – 11am-12pm. With Holy Yoga Detroit. All ages welcome. Free. Durfee Innovation Society, 2470 Collingwood, Ste 213, Detroit. 313437-1549. DurfeeIS.org.

Parent-to-Parent Support Group – 12-1:30pm.

3rd Tues. Also 6-7:30, 4th Thurs. For parents and caregivers of children, adolescents and young adults.

An open, welcoming group providing dialogue and peer support. Free. The Children’s Center, 90 Selden, Detroit. TheChildrensCenter.com.

wednesday Virtual Wednesday Connection Group – 8-9am.

2nd & 4th Wed. With Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber. Opportunity to receive business referrals; form lasting business relationships with other working professionals; give a 10-min presentation about your product/service to an attentive audience; help others you know find the products/ services they are looking for and more. RSVP, Silvia Rainer: SRainer@PayChex.com. swcrc.com.

Cooking Matters – 10:30am-12pm. Help end childhood hunger by inspiring families to make healthy and affordable food choices. Program to teach parents and caregivers with limited food budgets to shop for and cook healthy meals. Free.

Brilliant Detroit Cody Rouge, 7425 Fielding St, Detroit. RSVP: 313-406-3275.

ArtBlock Yoga – 6-7pm. Last Wed. Free yoga in the new art-infused space, ArtBlock. 1411 Holden St, Detroit. 313-871-4000 x 3. Tinyurl.com/y4xksa7g.

The Sound of Soul: Experience Singing HU – 7-8pm. 3rd Wed. Dominican Center at Marywood, Lower Level, 2025 E Fulton St, Rm 4, Grand Rapids.

248-546-9224. Eck-Mi.org.

thursday Virtual Thursday Connection Group – 8-9am. 1st & 3rd Thurs. With Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber. Opportunity to receive business referrals; form lasting business relationships with other working professionals; give a 10-min presentation about your product/service to an attentive audience; help others you know find the products/services they are looking for and more. RSVP, Jen Brown: JBrown@KeyConcerns.com. swcrc.com.

Tai Chi Easy/Qigong – 10-11am. Learn simple mind/body practices to reduce stress and enhance health. $5/class suggested donation. First Presbyterian Church of Dearborn, 600 N Brady, Dearborn.

Erin: 313-429-3214. ReduceYourStressNow.com.

Better Backs Yoga – 12pm. All levels. We explore different variations and styles of classic hatha yoga

Wellness Workouts – 6:30pm. Customized fitness programs adaptable for all fitness abilities including body weight, core strengthening, cardio conditioning, HITT and exercise ball lead. Targets upper and lower body issues, create muscle balance and help increase energy. $10; first class free. Wellness Center of Plymouth, 1075 Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth. RSVP: 734-454-5600. WellnessPlym.com.

Gong Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Gong meditation/ sound therapy is a unique type of sound practice that involves using therapeutic gong sounds and vibrations to bring about healing, insight, relaxation, stress and tension relief and so much more. $20.

Bloom Transformation Center, 227 Iron St, Ste 122, Detroit. Tinyurl.com/y68tbup8.

Sound of Soul by Eckankar – 7-8pm. HU is a sacred word to draw Soul closer to God bringing wisdom and awareness. Enhances any faith. Free.

Eckankar, 320 E 4th St, Royal Oak. 248-546-9224.

Eck-MI.org.

The Sound of Soul: Experience Singing HU – 7-8pm. Eckankar, 320 E 4th St, Royal Oak. Eck-MI.org.

friday Blend – 7-7:45am. Combines the flow of vinyasa with the guided challenge of slow burn. The pace of this class moves from some self-guided warm-ups into long-held postures that slow the body, focus the mind, and work toward a well-earned savasana.

Citizen Yoga Studio, 1224 Library St, Detroit. 313502-5450. CitizenYogaStudio.com.

Integrated Healing at The Shack – 10am-7pm.

Receive reiki, energy work, chiropractic care, assisted stretch and breath, talk therapy and more. Direct holistic healing and intuitive counsel consultations available. Cost varies. Psychedelic Healing Shack & Vegetarian Cafe, 18700 Woodward Ave, Detroit.

313-366-2247. AKHealingArts.com.

Candlelight Yin Yoga – 6pm. With Rae Golematis.

A slow-paced, meditative yoga practice, where postures are held longer than in most other yoga traditions. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate. Y4Peace.org.

Yoga in the Gardens – 9:30-10:30am. Rejuvenate mind, body and spirit through easy yoga moves guided by instructor Connie Fedel of Taylor Yoga.

All levels welcome. $10. Taylor Conservatory, 22314 Northline Rd, Taylor. 888-383-4108. Taylor Conservatory.org.

Fight + Surrender (Cardio + Yoga) – 11am-12pm.

With Holy Yoga Detroit. Free. Durfee Innovation Society, 2470 Collingwood, Ste 213, Detroit. 313437-1549. DurfeeIS.org.

Posture & Movement – 12pm. Every other Sat. Learn hands-on with Hannah. Strengthening of posture daily functions, proper movement patterns with daily activities & workouts to prevent injury.

Proper breathing. Ergonomics of sitting, standing, lifting/bending and work stations to prevent injuries during your day or during sports. Wellness Center of Plymouth, 1075 Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth. RSVP: 734-454-5600. WellnessPlym.com.

Optimal Health & Healing – 12pm. Every other Sat. What does your nervous system have to do with health & immunity? Learn how to take your health to the next level naturally with Dr. Elizabeth Sisk. Free. Wellness Center of Plymouth, 1075 Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth. RSVP: 734-454-5600.

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Detroit Reiki Share – 6-8pm. 4th & 5th Sat. Join Dr. Zee for an evening of focused intention on healing and connecting with others. A reiki share is a sacred space where practitioners and attendees each have a turn practicing in giving and receiving energy.

Everyone welcome. $20 donation. Psychedelic Healing Shack & Vegetarian Cafe, 18700 Woodward Ave, Detroit. 313-366-2247. AKHealingArts.com.

classifieds OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE OFFICE SPACE FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS – No contracts. Monthly rental. Practice independently. Work alongside our family of health professionals. Beautiful holistic office setting. Very reasonable fee. The Sanctuary Chiropractic & Wellness Spa in Livonia. 734-421-7100.

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saturday Royal Oak Farmers’ Market – 7am-1pm. Year round. Royal Oak Farmers’ Market, 316 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak. romi.gov.

Saturday in the Park – 9am-3:30pm. Six miles of Hines Dr will be closed from Ann Arbor Trail to Outer Drive for the public of all ages to enjoy running, walking, skating or cycling safely on a traffic free road. Free. Parking available at Nankin Mills & Helms Haven Park. Hines Park, 33275 Edward Hines Dr, Westland. 734-261-1990. WayneCounty.com.

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HOLISTIC HEALING DETROIT WHOLISTIC CENTER Dr. Jesse Brown, ND 20944 Grand River Ave, Detroit 313-538-5433 DetroitWholisticCenter.com

Wholistic health services, colon hydrotherapy, reflexology, massage, body wraps, iridology, aqua-chi footbaths and consultations in nutrition and wellness.

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