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Finding Stillness in the Swirl

At the top of Bell Rock, I sat cross-legged in the sun, eyes closed, letting the high desert breeze and that legendary Sedona vortex energy swirl around me. The stillness buzzed. The view was breathtaking. That trip—complete with trail hikes, coyote sightings, a Grand Canyon rainbow, and one incredibly grounding energy treatment—was more than a getaway; it was a full-system reset. As Kari Leibowitz reminds us in The Burnout Reset [page 14], “Winter is an invitation to slow down.”

Since getting back, I’ve been carving out time most mornings to meditate, with birds singing and pool water flowing in the background. It’s not Sedona, but it’s a solid substitute—and a peaceful way to stay centered before the day takes off. That trip reminded me how much better I feel when I make time to reset. So this Thanksgiving, I’m taking it one step further: no cooking. We’re traveling instead—a great way to skip the stress and embrace ease. If you’re looking for simple ways to do the same, Honoring the Earth and Each Other [page 13] offers thoughtful ideas for celebrating more consciously, from shopping local to decorating with nature.

The dry air and elevation were an adjustment for this Florida girl. I had to stay on top of hydration and slow my pace—but it turned out to be exactly what I needed. Tired but Wired: Rebalancing the CortisolSleep Cycle [page 24] explains how stress and disrupted sleep can throw our energy off. After getting home, I slept soundly—and all night long.

This month’s issue is full of ways to support your energy, body, and rhythm. Balancing Act: Blood Sugar Stability for Better Health and Mood [page 18] shares tips to keep energy steady with smart food choices and herbs. Tools for Fitness Recovery [page 22] explores holistic modalities to restore the body after exertion. Start Strong: Morning Rituals for Energized Kids [page 26] helps families create calm, connected mornings.

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I hope these pages offer inspiration for your own reset—whether it’s a morning ritual, a stress-free holiday, or simply a moment of quiet to soak it all in.

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Children’s HealthCare of Brevard Welcomes

New Pediatric Patients

Margaret Witzleb, ARNP, is currently accepting new patients from birth to 5 years old at Children’s HealthCare of Brevard.

The integrative pediatric practice has served local families for more than 15 years and continues to offer both natural and traditional approaches to health care, including alternative vaccine schedules.

“We encourage parents to participate in decisions for their child’s health care, listening closely to concerns and focusing on a preventative and natural approach whenever possible,” says Witzleb. “Once established in our practice, we will see your child until age 18 years or high school graduation, whichever comes first.”

The practice is in-network with TriCare Select. For all other insurance plans, payment is required at the time of the visit. As a courtesy, the office submits insurance claims on behalf of patients and promptly refunds any reimbursements received from the insurance company.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 321-775-0477. Children’s HealthCare of Brevard is located at 2351 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne.

Sound Bath, Reiki and Acupuncture Immersion at Aquarian Dreams

Aquarian Dreams presents an Acupuncture Sound Bath Reiki Immersion at 1 p.m. Saturday, November 15, offering a meditative healing experience that combines acupuncture, sound frequency healing and reiki. These three ancient healing arts are brought together to support balance in body, mind and spirit. Each participant receives a metaphysically themed acupuncture treatment inspired by the work of Mikio Sankey, author of Esoteric Acupuncture Volumes 1 through 8, and guided by Jamin Nichols’ 25 years of experience as a licensed acupuncture physician. The acupuncture points are selected to harmonize the yin and yang of the body while opening the chakras and encouraging the flow of qi through the Microcosmic Orbit—a Taoist qi gong and meditation practice that circulates qi around the midline of the body.

The immersion also includes a sound bath to deepen meditation and support chakra alignment, reiki to enhance energetic healing and a guided Microcosmic Orbit visualization.

Instructors are Jamin Nichols (acupuncture physician), Anthony Profeta (meditation and sound bath) and Maria Banas (reiki and sound bath). Participants should bring a yoga mat and wear loose clothing that allows acupuncture access to the abdomen. Class size is limited and early registration is recommended. For more information, call 321-729-9495 or visit AquarianDreams.com/SpecialEvents. Aquarian Dreams is located at 414 N. Miramar Ave, Indialantic. Cost: $120 or $95 with early pre-payment. See ad, page 3.

Upper Cervical Health Centers Hosts Holiday Food Drive

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Cervical Health Centers is running a Holiday Food Drive to support local families in need. Patients who donate eight or more nonperishable items receive a $100 certificate toward their initial new patient visit. “This is a great way to make a difference in our community while taking care of yourself,” says Dr. Renee Hahn.

The center specializes in EPIC, a natural health approach that focuses on the alignment of the top two neck bones, which protect the brainstem. “Even slight misalignment can disrupt communication, leading to symptoms,” says Hahn. EPIC practitioners use detailed X-rays to detect misalignments and address them using gentle and precise sound wave technology.

This noninvasive method has shown success in supporting those dealing with allergy and asthma symptoms, digestive disorders, fibromyalgia, headaches, hyperactivity, lower back pain, multiple sclerosis, neck pain and TMJ.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 321-622-4447 or visit EPICclinics.com. Upper Cervical Health Centers is located at 1600 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Ste. 104, Melbourne. See ad, page 35.

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AtMorning Sun Wellness LLC, Beth White Mountain offers a diverse range of holistic bodywork modalities— each carefully chosen to support healing, relaxation and overall well-being. Her offerings include Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy, Reflexology, Ayurvedic Marma, Reiki, Swedish Massage, Herbal Scalp & Face Massage and her Signature Massage which blends multiple techniques based on individual needs.

“Massage relaxes the mind and nervous system, works tightness out of the muscles and increases circulation of blood and lymph,” says White Mountain. “I also incorporate energy work that addresses the aura and subtle energetic fields around the body, helping to bring calm and balance to overstimulated or disharmonious frequencies.”

On November 16, White Mountain will lead a Manual Lymphatic Drainage Self-Massage Workshop, designed for anyone interested in enhancing their selfcare routine. Participants will learn full-body self-massage techniques to help stimulate lymph flow and reduce stagnation. The workshop also includes crafting a personalized herbal lymph-moving tea blend to take home.

Morning Sun Wellness additionally offers herbal guidance, massage packages, and monthly membership discounts.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 772-307-0382 or visit MorningSunWellness.com. Morning Sun Wellness LLC is located inside The Red Thread Center at 654 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart. (MM455590, MA85479)

Open House Showcases

Acupuncture and Herbal Healing in Cocoa Village

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Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine invites the community to an open house on Friday, November 21 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Guests are invited to explore the benefits of acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine while enjoying snacks, free ear seeds, chair massage, wellness gifts and 10% off any service booked during the event.

Owner and practitioner Nicole LaFountain, Dipl.OM, L.Ac., LMT, offers comprehensive care through acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and massage therapy. With over 12 years of experience, LaFountain combines training in massage therapy, physical therapy and Traditional Chinese Medicine to address pain relief, orthopedic conditions, women’s health and fertility as well as sleep, gut and overall wellness concerns.

Health For Life Brings IV Ozone Therapy to Cocoa Beach

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For Life Wellness Centers, founded by Sylvie Morin, DOM, brings IV ozone therapy to the Cocoa Beach community with the addition of Freddy Duque, APRN. This safe, noninvasive therapy is now available to individuals seeking natural support for healing and overall wellness.

Also known as ozonated saline infusion, IV ozone therapy has been studied for its role in easing pain, reducing inflammation, improving circulation and supporting vision in conditions such as age-related macular degeneration. Patients around the world turn to this approach to enhance oxygen utilization and support the body’s natural resilience.

Starting in November, each IV ozone therapy session at Health For Life includes a personalized health evaluation with Duque, who customizes the infusions by adding targeted minerals and vitamins alongside the ozone to meet individual needs.

LaFountain’s integrative approach is rooted in individualized attention and patient empowerment. “Listening to each patient’s story is an essential part of their journey back to balance and wellness,” says LaFountain. “When personalized care meets genuine understanding, healing becomes a deeply transformative experience.”

For more information, text 321-634-4779 or visit EssenceAcuHerb.com. Essence Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine is located at 313 Brevard Ave Ste 9, Cocoa Village. (MM46661, MA102921)

“We are always seeking evidence-based, noninvasive ways to help patients feel better and live better,” says Dr. Morin. “By offering access to respected practitioners and leading-edge approaches, we continue our mission of helping patients enjoy steady health improvements in a supportive, integrative environment.”

Space is limited. For more information or reservations, call 321-259-0555 or visit HealthForLifeWellnessCenters.com. Health For Life Wellness Centers, 1727 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach.

Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals Celebrates 26 Years at Holiday Open House Mama

Jo’s Sunshine Herbals invites the community to its annual Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 6, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. “It is with heartfelt thanks for 26 years of herbal traditions in the community that we invite you to celebrate with us at our open house,” says Joanna Helms. Guests are invited to enjoy a day of connection, handcrafted treats, and meaningful holiday shopping.

Attendees can sample an array of handcrafted delights including herbal culinary spice creations, organic chocolates, Joanna’s Jolt Energy Balls, cheese ball mixes, and more. Guests can also raise a toast to wellness with Mama Jo’s traditional seasonal Wassail and Kava-nog. Visitors can explore a variety of unique gifts including tea blends, culinary spices, tinctures, essential oils, lotions, bath salts and scrubs, soaps, personalized gift baskets, jewelry, soy candles, Dr. Hauschka make-up, clothing, and one-of-a-kind tea pots and accessories. Live music will add to the relaxed garden atmosphere. Participants can also learn about the seven-class series Practical Herbalism for Staying Healthy through the Seasons “Come enjoy the holiday fun,” invites Helms. “We look forward to sharing our hearts in thankfulness and celebration of another year serving our community.”

Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals is located at 1300 Pine Tree Drive, Suite 3, Indian Harbour Beach. For more information, call 321-779-4647 or visit Facebook.com/ MamaJosSunshineHerbals. See ad, page 17.

Dr. Claire Stagg Launches Video Testimonial Series

Dr. Claire Stagg launches Healing Starts in the Mouth, a new Patient Journey Testimonial Series that highlights the powerful connection between oral health and overall wellbeing. The first video, released October 16, follows a patient who arrived at Health Connections Dentistry in 2018 with receding gums, mercury fillings, and advanced gingivitis — and left with not only a restored smile but renewed health.

“She came to us searching for more than dental care – she was searching for answers after years of chronic issues,” says Dr. Stagg. “With a whole-body approach, we addressed the dental toxicity of mercury fillings, balanced her bite, and treated the gingivitis to support long-term gum regeneration. Her sensitivity diminished, her smile aligned and her confidence returned. What’s most rewarding is seeing how dental care becomes the catalyst for total healing.”

Each video in the series, running through November, offers a personal glimpse into how integrative dentistry can change lives. Dr. Stagg says the goal is to educate and inspire those who may be facing similar concerns. “Healing starts in the mouth, but it doesn’t stop there,” she adds.

For more information, call 321-777-2797 or visit HealthConnectionsDentistry.com to view the videos. Health Connections Dentistry is located at 2120 Highway A1A, Indian Harbour Beach. See ad, page 29.

Metabolic Weight Loss Centers Offer Natural Hormone and NAD+ Support

Metabolic Weight Loss Centers now offer natural solutions for hormone imbalance and NAD+ optimization, helping clients regain energy, focus and vitality without synthetic hormones. Designed for adults navigating issues such as fatigue, brain fog, weight gain and poor sleep, these personalized programs use functional testing to uncover root causes and guide targeted, holistic support.

“Our clients are often frustrated because they’ve tried everything,” says Jan Carver, president of Metabolic Weight Loss Centers. “But when we look at the whole picture—including hormones, stress, nutrition and lifestyle—we often find answers that conventional approaches miss.”

Each wellness plan includes a blend of functional testing, herbal and nutritional support, stress management strategies and expert guidance every step of the way. NAD+, a critical coenzyme in cellular energy production and DNA repair, is also integrated to support metabolism, aging and cognitive clarity. This is especially helpful for those experiencing adrenal fatigue, thyroid issues or perimenopausal symptoms.

With over 40 years of experience, the center’s non-medical programs focus on safe, effective and sustainable results. “It’s not about quick fixes,” says Carver. “It’s about helping the body restore balance and function naturally.”

For more information, call 321-425-2881 or 321-636-1656 or visit eMetabolic.com. Metabolic Weight Loss Centers are located in Melbourne, Rockledge, Viera and Titusville. See ad, page 21.

Tropical Reiki and Healing Offers Holiday Energy Sessions

Tropical Reiki and Healing is now booking holiday sessions and offering gift certificates for those seeking emotional renewal during the holiday season.

“The holiday season can be a time of joy – but also of emotional heaviness,” says Alison Wahlstedt, licensed massage therapist, Craniosacral Practitioner and Reiki Master. “Old memories, family patterns and unhealed pain often surface this time of year, inviting us to slow down and tend to our hearts.”

Wahlstedt shares that energy healing, in the form of Reiki and Craniosacral Therapy, offers a gentle path toward release and renewal. “By clearing your energy field, caused by grief, stress or past trauma, your nervous system is calmed, peace is restored and the heart reopens to love. By releasing stored emotions, we create space for lightness, clarity and deep renewal.”

“This holiday season, give yourself or someone you love the gift of healing and renewal,” she says. “Let this be a time to soften, release and reconnect with the peace that’s already within you.”

For more information, call 321-328-0056 or visit TropicalReiki.com. Tropical Reiki and Healing is located at 1600 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne and 5200 Babcock St. NE, Palm Bay. (MA103645)

Native Butterfly Flowers Offers Tour Day Discount and Free Plants

Native Butterfly Flowers partners with the Conradina Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society for the 16th Annual Landscaping with Florida Natives Tour on Sunday, November 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ticket holders receive a free native plant during the self-guided tour and are eligible for 20% off all plant purchases at Native Butterfly Flowers from noon to 4 p.m. the day of the tour.

The tour showcases seven diverse landscapes across South Melbourne and Palm Bay, including a public site at the Melbourne Founders Museum. Homeowners and local experts demonstrate how Florida native plants can thrive in a variety of settings while supporting pollinators and reducing water use.  “The tour is a fabulous look at what homeowners have done using native plants in different situations,” says Jane Higgins, Conradina treasurer and landscaping tour co-chair. “Please come see how easy it is to use native plants and help make a difference in your yard!”

New this year, local artists will create and sell plein air artwork on-site at selected gardens. Tickets are $15 per person, with an optional printed brochure available for $5.

For more information on the tour, call 321-258-4642 or visit BrevardLandscapeTour.org. Tickets can be purchased online for $15. Native Butterfly Flowers Nursery is located at 82 SW Irwin Ave. in West Melbourne. 321-626-7386, NativeButterflyFlowers.com. See ad, page 11.

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Yoga’s Role in Preventing Memory Loss

Kundalini yoga focuses on personal growth and spiritual connection through movement, breathing, meditation and sound in the form of mantras or chants. A 2024 study in Translational Psychiatry examined its potential to help older women at risk for memory problems and dementia.

The study involved 63 women aged 50 and older that were experiencing early memory decline and increased dementia risk due to conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes. Participants were randomly assigned to either a kundalini yoga group or a memory enhancement training (MET) group. The MET group performed verbal and visual memory-building exercises. All of the women met weekly with an instructor and practiced for 12 minutes daily at home over 12 weeks.

The yoga group reported greater improvements in how they felt about their memory. Gene testing showed beneficial changes in biological pathways linked to aging and inflammation in the yoga group, which were absent in the MET group. Additionally, levels of a harmful inflammationrelated protein rose in the MET group but remained stable in the yoga group.

Brain scans of a subset of participants indicated that the yoga group experienced increased brain size linked to memory, as well as enhanced connectivity between memory-related brain regions, while the MET group showed shrinkage in these areas.

Meditation for Pain Relief

Researchers at the University of California San Diego and Dartmouth College used advanced brain imaging and artificial intelligence to study how various interventions influence the brain’s perception of pain. The 2025 study, published in Biological Psychiatry , analyzed data from two previous trials involving 115 healthy adults randomly assigned to one of four groups.

The mindfulness meditation group was taught breathwork and how to observe their thoughts and feelings without judgment. The sham-mindfulness group did not receive proper mindfulness instructions. The placebo cream group received a cream without active ingredients. The control group listened to an audiobook. Each group completed four, 20-minute sessions of their assigned activities, followed by brain scans while pain was applied to their leg.

The researchers discovered that mindfulness meditation significantly reduced pain intensity and unpleasantness more than the other groups. Brain scans revealed that mindfulness meditation decreased activity in neural patterns associated with both physical pain and emotional response to pain.

These findings suggest that mindfulness meditation reduces pain by directly altering sensory and emotional pain processing in the brain, whereas the placebo effect changes pain expectations. Further research is needed to confirm that mindfulness meditation can produce similar results for people with chronic pain.

Pesticides and Pregnancy Outcomes

Pesticides disrupt endocrine function, potentially interfering with reproductive health. A 2018 study in JAMA Internal Medicine investigated the impact of pesticide exposure on pregnancy outcomes in women undergoing assisted reproductive technologies (ART) such as in vitro fertilization and sperm injection.

The study included 325 women that completed diet assessments and underwent 541 ART cycles over 10 years. Researchers discovered that women consuming more than 2.3 servings daily of highpesticide-residue vegetables had an 18 percent lower chance of clinical pregnancy and a 26 percent lower chance of live birth compared to those eating fewer than one serving daily of the same vegetables.

Remarkably, women consuming more high-pesticide-residue vegetables had lower pregnancy and live birth chances than those eating fewer servings of any vegetables, highlighting the need to consider pesticide content in foods, not just their nutritional value, when trying to conceive.

Veterans Embrace Natural Remedies for Chronic Pain

A recent survey by the U.S. Veterans Health Administration, published in the journal Global Advances in Integrative Medicine and Health, found that military veterans widely use natural products for chronic pain. Of the 52 veterans surveyed, 67 percent used prescription non-opioid medications for their chronic pain, 15 percent used opioids and 17 percent did not use prescription pain drugs. The natural products used included vitamins and minerals (94 percent), herbal or botanical supplements (60 percent) and cannabis (40 percent). One-third of the veterans replaced their prescribed pain medications with natural products.

BRING NATURE HOME

Approximately half of the veterans were concerned about possible interactions, but only about half of those discussed their use of natural products with a healthcare provider. Nearly all veterans believed providers should discuss the use of natural products with patients to prevent harm. The study highlights a communication gap between patients and providers, with a need for better information. Researchers recommend improving provider knowledge and patient communication to support safer and more effective pain management for veterans.

Life Beyond Earth Is Highly Probable

Researchers from Durham University in England surveyed more than 1,000 scientists, both astrobiologists and non-astrobiologists, to assess their beliefs about the existence of basic, complex and intelligent life beyond Earth. Their findings were published in nature astronomy. Almost 87 percent of astrobiologists agreed or strongly agreed that at least basic extraterrestrial life likely exists in the universe, while less than 2 percent disagreed and 12 percent remained neutral. Similarly, more than 88 percent of other scientists concurred that other life forms exist.

These results align with mathematical reasoning. With an estimated 100 billion galaxies in the universe, each containing billions of stars, and our understanding of habitable planets and moons, the probability of no other life forms existing is less than one in a billion billion (1,000,000,000,000,000,000).

Cloud Forests Face Climate Challenges

A study in the journal Science examined the movement of plant species in Mesoamerican cloud forests, which span the mountain ranges of Mexico and Central America where warm Pacific air meets cooler Caribbean air. Despite occupying only 0.4 percent of Earth’s land, they are diverse ecosystems containing about 15 percent of all birds, mammals, amphibians and tree fern species.

Using satellite images and data from the Global Diversity Information Facility, scientists tracked plant movement in these forests. They discovered that plants have been moving up the mountains at a rate of six to nearly nine feet per year since 1979 due to rising temperatures. Scientists worry that these ecosystem changes could lead to biodiversity loss and changes in the water cycle. Without the storage and release of water by the cloud forests, downstream farms and drinking water could suffer negative impacts.

Honoring the Earth and Each Other

The Thanksgiving table offers a feast of our favorite dishes to share with loved ones, but this annual gathering can lead to food waste, increased energy use, more national travel and other unsustainable excesses. With some planning and simple adjustments, we can make the holiday more environmentally conscious. Reducing our carbon footprint is the best way to show our gratitude to Mother Earth.

Sustainable Feast

• Assign others to bring specific dishes and remind them to use reusable containers for leftovers.

• Shop for seasonal produce and meats at nearby stores and farmers markets to minimize food travel.

• For turkey or other meats, choose pasture-raised and certified-humane options.

• For plant-based eaters, consider a savory lentil loaf, vegan bisques and satisfying baked squashes, including pumpkins stuffed with quinoa and roasted vegetables.

• Avoid packaged foods and make some things from scratch, such as quick baking-powder biscuits.

• To reduce food waste, save produce scraps such as the outer layers and ends of onions, carrot bits, celery leaves, mushroom stalks and herb stems to make vegetable broth for soups and gravies.

• Set the table with cloth napkins and reusable tableware.

• Inform guests of the recycling bin’s location.

Conscious Travel Tips

• Drive on off-peak days for less stress, quicker transit and less fuel wasted sitting in traffic. Consider taking a train or bus instead of flying or driving.

• When driving, bring reusable containers and water bottles for snacks and beverages.

Choose Meaningful and Natural

• Decorate the table with leaves and dried plants from the yard, baskets of real grapes and other fruits, or beeswax candles.

• Express gratitude to each guest around the table for joining the celebration and for the qualities that make them special.

• Volunteer at a local food pantry or community Thanksgiving meal.

Maximize Leftovers

• Freeze leftovers, including soup, stuffing and desserts for subsequent meals and snacks.

• Pack up a generous plate or two for a neighbor, single mom or friend.

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The Burnout Reset

Whole-Body Recovery for the Season Ahead

by Hannah Tytus

It’s six o’clock in the evening, and the sun has already set. The body is whispering for a warm cup of tea and rest, yet the to-do list stretches on: emails and carpools, fundraisers and school practices, appointments and dinner still to be cooked. The desire for rest is overridden by our self-imposed need to get it all done. The colder season, however, brings an opportunity to shift how we see rest and productivity, inviting us to move in harmony with the cycles of nature.

“Our culture has fed us the myth that we can grow and achieve ceaselessly,” explains Kari Leibowitz, Ph.D., a

psychologist, speaker, workshop facilitator and author of How to Winter.

“The idea that this growth is linear and steady, with no breaks, is a myth and a fantasy. So much of the winter woes and the burnout of the season comes from a mismatch between our natural rhythms, our expectations and the demands of the world. Winter is an invitation to slow down.”

Lost Wisdom of Seasonal Living

As with every other living being, we are intimately connected to nature’s cycles. “We are animals, and we live on

a planet. And almost every other living thing on this planet changes its behavior with the seasons,” observes Leibowitz. “Because we have electricity, artificial light and calendars, we have deluded ourselves into thinking that we can—and should—maintain the same routines and productivity levels year-round.”

This spirit of connectedness is echoed by Shamini Jain, Ph.D., adjunct professor at the University of California San Diego, founder of the Consciousness and Healing Initiative, and author of Healing Ourselves: Biofield Science and the Future of Health. “When we own that we’re part of a universe that has its ebbs and flows, we pay attention to the seasons,” she notes, adding that Indigenous medicine and wisdom have long honored natural cycles, seeking to answer the same question we ask ourselves today: “How can I show up and be most efficient in my service?”

This ancient orientation toward seasonal rhythms is not just a philosophical concept. Anthropological studies suggest that our ancestors likely slept more in the cooler months, falling asleep soon after sunset and rising before dawn. They got the most sunlight in the morning, aligning their body’s

cycles with temperature and light cues provided by nature. Contrast this with modern life, where we stay active well after dark, are exposed to sleep-disrupting blue light, wake with alarms and regulate our environment with thermostats that erase natural temperature shifts. By structuring our lives around modern demands, we resist nature’s rhythms. The result, says Jain, is chronic stress, fatigue and burnout.

Modern Stressors

As autumn transitions into winter and the holidays approach, many of us face greater demands to cook, shop, perform, travel or coordinate complex schedules, yet our resources of time and energy remain the same—or even ebb—as daylight hours shorten and our bodies naturally slow down and produce less vitamin D because of a decrease in sunlight exposure.

“Whenever demands exceed resources, we become stressed,” says Dr. Sharon Grossman, physician and author of The Burnout Solution. Chronic stress has a cumulative effect on our bodies, causing what is known as an allostatic overload, which, according to Yale Medicine, can lead to emotional exhaustion, cynicism, detachment, reduced creativity, brain fog, disrupted sleep, physical aches and pains, or even social withdrawal.

Improving Our Mindset

“We often think of stress as a thing that lives ‘out there’, but stress is actually an internal perception that we have. It’s not always about the circumstances themselves; it’s about what

you’re telling yourself about the circumstances that creates the stress,” explains Grossman.

A 2016 study in Anxiety, Stress, & Coping examined the effects of altering our perspective on stress. Participants were encouraged to see it as a potential source of energy and resilience, rather than harmful. Those that applied this change in mindset reported better moods, enhanced cognitive performance and healthier physiological responses during a stressful task.

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saying “no” to a request for help. Next time someone asks for something, politely decline and observe the outcome. Check if expectations of conflict or hurt were unfounded. This approach challenges limiting assumptions and helps us set healthier boundaries, thereby reducing stress and enhancing emotional well-being.

Setting Healthy Boundaries

We often have countless ideas about how we should behave, and many of these beliefs hold us back. Grossman emphasizes that every “yes” adds to our demands. “If you’re going to say ‘yes’, understand why you’re saying it,” Grossman cautions. “It should serve a purpose, because our resources are limited.” In practical terms, we have to either lower the demands we accept or increase our resources, such as time or support, to meet them.

For Leibowitz, setting boundaries becomes easier when guided by values. If we want Thanksgiving to feel lighthearted and memorable, that might mean skipping elaborate dishes, accepting a less-than-perfect home and prioritizing rest so we can be present and joyful.

When a new request comes in, pause and reflect on how it aligns with personal values. Consider whether we are acting out of pressure. Release such commitments to make room for a new, better-aligned invitation.

Breathing Out the Stress

Simple breathing practices can profoundly calm the nervous system. “The point is to breathe—nice inhales, long exhales— and in letting out a long exhale, make a sigh of relief,” Jain advises, suggesting that sounds like “ooo” or “ahh” during exhalation enhance emotional release.

Just five minutes of intentional breathing can make a measurable difference. Studies have demonstrated that longer exhales stimulate the vagus nerve, activating the rest-and-digest system, while calming the fight-or-flight response. This reduces heart rate and blood pressure and signals the brain to relax.

Try this breathing exercise: Sit or recline comfortably. Inhale gently through the nose, then exhale through the mouth, allowing sound to escape—this can be a sigh, a groan or a vowel tone. With each round, allow the exhale to lengthen naturally, releasing tension.

Transformative Singing

According to Jain, “Singing, whether by yourself or in groups, helps harmonize the body’s rhythms, decreases inflammation and activates the nervous system’s rest-and-digest response.” A 2016 study by London researchers, published in ecancermedicalscience, demonstrated that just one hour of group singing reduced stress and improved mood, with saliva tests indicating lower levels of cortisol (the body’s main stress hormone) and changes in immune markers associated with resilience.

Bringing the benefits of song can be as simple as singing or humming a tune while washing dishes, showering or driving to work. Knowing the lyrics isn’t necessary; the vibrations alone create a positive resonance in the body.

Nature Therapy

Every breath we take is a dance between humans and plants. The oxygen they expel fuels us, and our exhaled carbon dioxide sustains them. This exchange is part of the deep bioelectric communication connecting us to the natural world.

“Fresh air, movement and connecting with nature are all natural antidepressants. Even a few minutes outside can be a powerful way to shift your experience,” says Leibowitz. A 2016 review of 52 Japanese studies found that spending time in nature measurably relaxes the body. Being around forests, plants or green spaces calms the nervous system, improves brain function, balances hormones and strengthens the immune system.

Try this outdoor palliative: Find a patch of earth and stand barefoot. With eyes closed, imagine releasing the day’s energies down into the ground. After a few breaths, visualize energy flowing back up, reinvigorating the body.

Calming Movement

Mind-body-spirit practices offer powerful ways to find inner serenity. “They are effective in harmonizing the nervous system, reducing inflammation and opening our connection

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with heaven and Earth,” asserts Jain. Tai chi and qigong, which blend flowing movements with focused attention, breath and relaxation, have been shown in studies to pacify the overactive sympathetic nervous system and promote deep relaxation. Yoga offers similar effects. A 2020 review of 12 studies with nearly 675 healthy adults found consistent reductions in perceived stress, confirming yoga’s power to ease everyday tension.

Practicing these modalities under the guidance of a professional helps reduce risk of injury. Look for a tai chi, qigong or gentle yoga class in the community. Many studios offer a free first class or sessions in a local park.

Rest as Wisdom

In a culture that glorifies hustle, reclaiming rest is an act of healing. Jain asserts, “We can move through the winter of our mind and body, allowing it to deeply rest so that when spring comes, we can move forward with more energy—for the right things, as opposed to everything.” Nature offers a model for this wisdom. Although the natural world seems to be still in winter, vital work occurs beneath the surface. Just as fruit trees need a cold dormancy period to bloom again, we also require periods of quiet renewal. Our cycles of stillness are as essential to growth, creativity and productivity as our cycles of action.

Rest is more than sleep; it is a way of tuning in. “When we slow down, it’s not just about regeneration,” explains Jain. “It’s about listening to the body’s wisdom, slowing down enough to access deeper intuitions and guidance about our next steps.” Our cycles of rest serve as a teacher. By slowing down, we gain the wisdom, focus and resilience to fully embrace a life renewed.

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Blood Sugar Stability for Better Health and Mood

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Approximately 34 to 36 million people in the United States live with Type 2 diabetes, yet many cases go undiagnosed. Additionally, about 88 million individuals have prediabetes, a reversible condition marked by higher blood sugar levels that have not yet reached diabetic status. Glucose stability is crucial for everyone and can be the root cause of symptoms like low energy (especially in the afternoon), mood swings, increased belly fat, food cravings, brain fog, hormonal imbalances and loss of libido.

Fluctuating blood sugar levels affect all of us, especially after high-carb meals or skipping meals. Our diet directly influences our metabolic processes. By choosing nutrient-dense foods, replacing high-sugar and high-carbohydrate snacks with healthier options and timing meals wisely, we can achieve balance. Incorporating blood sugar-stabilizing

spices and herbs into daily meals can also have a positive impact.

Blood Sugar Basics

“Because glucose is a crucial fuel of the brain and body, there are many backup systems and ways to create glucose,” explains Iginio Stoppa, a naturopathic doctor at Sonoran University of Health Sciences, in Tempe, Arizona. “The absorption of glucose from our food, the production of glucose mainly from the liver and the breakdown of the storage form of glucose called glycogen is what contributes to what we see as blood sugar.” Stoppa also notes that we may notice when our blood sugar is off. Low blood sugar, for example, is often felt through symptoms like anxiety, weakness, tingling, sweating and palpitations.

“Everyone experiences natural rises and dips throughout the day. Skipping meals, leaning on caffeine for energy,

eating a lot of refined carbohydrates or grabbing quick, processed snacks can all cause sharp spikes, followed by sudden crashes,” says Jennifer Ribaudo, a clinical herbalist, educator and owner of Desert Moon Botanicals, in Gilbert, Arizona. It is advisable to avoid high carbohydrate and sugary foods, especially in the morning or before bed. Instead, opt for complex carbohydrates like lentils, beans, sweet potatoes and oats to provide essential macronutrients and prevent glucose spikes. Sonoran University recommends eating certain foods in a specific order, such as eggs or avocado before bread and roasted vegetables with olive oil before pasta, to manage glucose levels.

Eating and Snacking To Thrive

Jacqui Garrison, a San Diego-based health coach, suggests eating most calories before dinner and having an earlier, lighter evening meal to reduce overnight blood sugar spikes that can negatively affect sleep quality. She recommends 30 to 40 grams of clean protein per meal; if animal protein is included, five ounces or the size of a loose fist is ideal. Aim for two servings of leafy greens, colorful veggies or whole fruit per meal, equivalent to half the plate or two open hands. Add one to two thumb-sized portions of healthy fats such as avocado, olive oil or nuts to complete the meal.

For snacks, Garrison suggests a hardboiled egg or hummus with a handful of carrots, a cup of edamame in the pod or nitrite-free turkey slices in the afternoon. For an evening boost, she recommends “something light and protein-forward like half a cup of cottage cheese with cinnamon and berries.”

Stoppa supports high-quality protein and naturally low-glycemic index foods like wild blueberries, blackberries and chickpeas, which provide polyphenols and saponins that slow glucose absorption.

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Ribaudo emphasizes that blood sugarsupportive herbs can smooth out fluctuations. “Using herbs for blood sugar balance doesn’t have to be complicated. A little cinnamon can be stirred into oatmeal, blended into a smoothie or sprinkled into roasted vegetables or beans. Fenugreek seeds work beautifully in soups, curries and lentil dishes, while moringa leaf powder blends smoothly into salad dressings, sauces or soups.”

Ribaudo also recommends Gymnema sylvestre tincture for pancreatic support and long-term glucose balance, making sugary foods less tempting. Stress-reducing holy basil (tulsi) tea is beneficial during afternoon slumps. She stresses the importance of consulting a professional, especially for those on blood sugar-lowering medications or prone to hypoglycemic dips, as effects can accumulate.

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YIELD: 1 SERVING

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In today’s fitness landscape, recovery extends beyond rest days. Holistic therapies are revolutionizing the way we approach physical restoration by integrating mental clarity, emotional resilience and energetic balance. From ancient techniques to cutting-edge innovations, these modalities offer comprehensive support for restoring harmony to body and mind. Selecting the best modality depends on personal preference and availability. Here are some popular recovery techniques.

Sauna Therapy: Infrared and traditional saunas can reduce inflammation; improve oxidative stress; alleviate pain, stiffness and muscle soreness; and improve perceived readiness or recovery time. In addition to its benefits for recovery, research suggests that regular sauna

therapy may reduce high blood pressure and the risk of heart disease, stroke and neurocognitive diseases.

Contrast Therapy: Exposing the body to alternating hot and cold temperatures, such as sauna therapy followed by a plunge in a cold-water bath, has become a staple in many athletic and integrative wellness settings. A 2023 systemic review published in PLoS One found that contrast water therapy significantly reduces muscle soreness.

Massage Therapy: Regular massages can support athletic performance. A 2020 systemic review and meta-analysis in BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine involving more than 1,000 participants in 29 studies reported that massage improves flexibility and delays muscle soreness. It also benefits emotional

well-being by lowering stress and anxiety while improving mood and self-image.

Self-Myofascial Release: This technique uses foam rollers to massage the fascia— the connective tissue that wraps around muscles and organs. A 2024 review of 25 articles, conducted by researchers in Spain, found it improves flexibility and range of motion, decreases muscle soreness and enhances perceived recovery.

Chiropractic Care: This modality includes spinal manipulation, joint mobilization and soft tissue techniques to manage the health of athletes and non-athletes. By focusing on the musculoskeletal system, chiropractic adjustments promote optimal function and pain relief, while reducing muscle stress. This type of care is effective in treating common conditions, such as lower back pain, muscle strain and joint dysfunction, caused by fitness activities. Chiropractic care and spinal manipulation also support the regulation of the autonomic nervous system to ease depressive symptoms.

Acupuncture: A pillar of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture uses fine needles to stimulate energy points along the body’s meridians, decreasing muscle soreness and tension while increasing muscle activation to prevent injury.

“Acupuncture helps relieve inflammation by lowering the levels of oxidative stress in the body,” explains Ayako Mizuno, a doctor of acupuncture and oriental medicine in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. “It also stimulates the nervous and endocrine systems, which can help create calming and relaxing effects that reduce stress.”

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Float Therapy: Also known as sensory deprivation, flotation involves a tank filled with magnesium-rich Epsom salt water, allowing the body to float effortlessly, free from external stimulation. This results in deep physical and mental relaxation. A 2024 randomized controlled study found that multiple sessions of float therapy were well-tolerated, safe for anxious and depressed individuals, and induced positive emotional experiences in individuals with anxiety and depression.

Compression Garments: These specialized elastic garments apply consistent, firm pressure to a body area to improve circulation, reduce inflammation and support recovery. A 2017 New Zealand meta-analysis found that compression garments benefited strength recovery following exercise. A 2022 study in Scientific Reports found that compression tights worn after exercise enhanced blood flow and recovery. Another systemic review and meta-analysis in 2025 concluded that these garments reduced the decline in muscle strength after exercise-induced muscle fatigue.

hese therapies support the body’s natural healing abilities while honoring the deep connections between physical health, emotional regulation and energetic alignment. Integrating one or more of them may enhance physical recovery, emotional well-being and vitality. Listen to the body’s needs and explore the modalities that resonate most.

Jordan Peschek has a background in personal training, yoga instruction and mental health nursing. She publishes the Milwaukee and Twin Cities editions of Natural Awakenings.

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Cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, plays several important roles in human physiology. Produced by the adrenal glands, this multifunctional messenger operates on a 24-hour clock, peaking in the moments just before waking from sleep in the morning, slowly tapering off throughout the day and returning to low levels at night to support rest. When in balance, cortisol helps regulate inflammation, blood pressure and blood glucose, allowing the body to adapt to life’s changing demands. This rhythm is intimately connected to the circadian rhythm, or sleep-wake cycle. But when sleep is irregular or stress becomes chronic, cortisol levels can fall out of sync—too high at night,

too low in the morning or fluctuating unpredictably.

“Stress is neither good nor bad. It gets us out of bed in the morning. Cortisol is part of that natural rhythm,” says Dr. Sharon Grossman, a burnout recovery strategist and author of The Burnout Solution. “When cortisol becomes imbalanced, it can affect memory, sleep and even immune function. The key is to find the sweet spot.”

Shamini Jain, Ph.D., an adjunct professor at the University of California San Diego, founder and president of the Consciousness and Healing Initiative, and author of Healing Ourselves: Biofield Science and the Future of Health, explains, “If we have dysregulated cortisol rhythms because we don’t have regular sleep, or

we have too much stress and we’re not handling the origins of the stress, then we could create chronic inflammation in the body, and we could have mental health issues as a result.”

Restoring Evening Serenity and Morning Clarity

The seasons affect our circadian rhythm. The sleep-wake cycle becomes more stable in autumn and winter, with longer time spent in bed, slightly more total sleep time and higher daytime activity compared to warmer months. While cooler weather often encourages more rest, it can also intensify feelings of sluggishness if cortisol and sleep cycles are not aligned. Jain recommends these simple practices that help keep cortisol and circadian rhythm in balance, even as the seasons change.

• Stick to a consistent sleep schedule. Going to bed and waking at the same times each day helps the body reset. Ayurvedic wisdom, the ancient science of life originating in India, recommends being asleep before 10 p.m. and rising before 6 a.m. to align with the body’s natural cycles.

• Create wind-down rituals. Just as children benefit from bedtime routines, adults can cue the body for rest through calming activities like reading, journaling or reflecting on the day’s positive aspects.

• Establish bedroom boundaries. Reserve the bedroom for sleep and intimacy and practice a digital detox in the evening to reduce stimulation. Avoiding blue light from screens before bed allows melatonin, a sleep hormone, to rise naturally. “But it’s not just about the light,” Jain points out. “It’s about the activation of the mind. Consider a book instead.”

• Add simple relaxation practices. A warm foot soak or shower before bed, deep breathing exercises or restorative yoga asanas like waterfall pose can prepare the body for rest. MediaProduction from Getty

• Curb caffeine. Limiting caffeine in general, and particularly after noon, can help ensure a more restorative sleep.

• Start the morning well. Exposure to natural sunlight shortly after waking can reset the circadian rhythm, prompting alertness and energy.

Inviting Sleep With Natural Ingredients

Certain supplements, herbs and lifestyle swaps can help calm the nervous system and prepare the body for restorative slumber.

• Magnesium Glycinate: This highly absorbable form of magnesium is gentle on the stomach and has been shown to improve both the quality and onset of sleep.

• Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA): Supplementing with this inhibitory neurotransmitter may ease an overactive mind before bed.

• Beverage Swaps: Replacing late-day coffee with alternatives such as herbal tea, a mushroom-based latte or ginseng can reduce cortisol spikes that interfere with sleep.

• Herbal Allies: Adaptogens like ashwagandha help modulate cortisol levels, while calming herbs such as chamomile or passionflower promote relaxation and better sleep quality. Incorporating these strategies can help synchronize cortisol rhythms and encourage deep, restorative sleep. As the days grow shorter and colder, honoring the body’s natural rhythm becomes even more important. Slow down, embrace rest, and work with the cycles of light and dark.

Hannah Tytus is an integrative health coach, researcher and content creator for KnoWEwell, P.B.C., as well as a former writer at the National Institutes of Health.

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The Movement Connection

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Mornings set the tone for a child’s entire day. When rushed or chaotic, they can cause stress, fatigue and difficulty focusing in school. By using simple, intentional routines, mornings can become a source of grounding, positivity and energy, helping kids feel calm, nourished and mentally prepared for the day ahead.

The Science Behind Structured Mornings

Research confirms what many parents intuitively know: Consistent routines significantly impact a child’s development. “Morning routines create rhythm and predictability, which lower stress and help kids feel safe,” says Dr. Joel Warsh, an integrative pediatrician in Los Angeles. “A calm start sets the tone for better focus, mood and energy throughout the school day.”

A 2024 systematic review published in the Journal of Family Theory & Review found that childhood routines are linked to improved cognitive ability, selfregulatory and executive function skills, enhanced social and emotional skills, and better academic outcomes.

Building a Nutritional Foundation

The morning meal is vital for sustaining vitality and focus throughout the school day. To stabilize blood sugar and support steady energy, Warsh recommends combining protein, healthy fats and fiber, such as eggs with avocado, chia pudding with berries or a smoothie with spinach and nut butter. This nutritional approach aligns with research showing that proper breakfast consumption directly impacts classroom behavior and academic performance, with students

Incorporating gentle movement into morning routines achieves more than physical activity. “Short bursts of movement like stretching, yoga or dancing help release nervous energy and signal to the body that it’s time to focus. They also regulate mood and attention,” notes Warsh. But too much too quickly may not have the desired effect. “Movement will get the blood moving and support in transitioning. But I wouldn’t go from no movement to awake to ‘let’s hustle’. The shift cognitively can become overwhelming,” advises Dr. Isaura González, a clinical psychologist and educator. She suggests a gradual approach, using an alarm with lighting options that slowly transition from dark to bright, and soothing music that supports the nervous system, rather than overstimulating it.

The Sleep-to-Wake Connection

Successful mornings begin the night before. “Good sleep hygiene is the foundation for calm mornings,” emphasizes Warsh. “When kids sleep enough, their mood, focus and cooperation improve dramatically. Set out clothes, prep breakfast, pack lunches and keep backpacks by the door. These small steps prevent chaos and free up space for connection in the morning.”

Organizing a child’s activities takes this preparation further. “Getting a calendar with the month’s school activities is crucial. You don’t want to miss the green T-shirt day, and then we have a meltdown,” says González. She suggests placing a calendar in a common area such as on the refrigerator so children can independently reference upcoming events.

Fostering Teamwork and Joy

Sustainable morning routines thrive on cooperation, rather than forced compliance. “Add playfulness and use music, countdowns or games to get tasks

done,” recommends Warsh. “Kids are more engaged when mornings feel fun, rather than rushed.”

Involve children in routine creation. “Empowerment is the long game. By doing this, you are scaffolding the behavior, letting them do with your support,” adds González. “Children will often surprise even the most involved parent when you include them in asking for their ideas. As they grow, they will need less and less support, and that’s okay because they will always need you.”

Age-Appropriate Implementation

When developing a routine, ensure that it adapts to the child’s age and developmental stage. Warsh offers a simple template: “Wake up, open blinds for morning sun, make the bed, brush teeth, get dressed and eat a nourishing breakfast. End with a hug as you head out the door.”

Creating Connection, Not Conflict

Both experts agree that successful morning routines require patience and creativity, but the investment pays off in a child’s daily energy, mood and school readiness. With a little effort, families can transform their mornings from sources of stress into launching pads for successful, joyful days.

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Healing Starts in the Mouth Video Series – Highlights the connection between oral health and overall wellbeing. Each weekly video offers a personal glimpse into how integrative dentistry can change lives with Dr. Stagg. View videos at SmileProfessionals.com. Health Connections Dentistry 2120 Highway A1A, Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797.

Sunday, November 9

Connect with the Life Force– 11am-noon. Experience HU, the Sound of Soul. Online Zoom or teleconferencing event. Chanting the word HU can bring peace, calm, and expanded awareness. After an inspirational quote, we chant the word HU for about twenty minutes, followed by a time of silent contemplation, then spiritual discussion where all, both members and seekers, are invited to participate. All are welcome. Free. Please RSVP by November 8 on eck-Florida.org

Tuesday, November 11

11:11 Virtual Spirit Speaks for Holiday Healing – 7pm. Connect with loved ones crossed in an intimate and sacred virtual space with Beth Lynch. Comforting messages and healing guidance in the privacy of your home. Only one family member needs to register. $44. To register for online event visit events.humanitix.com/virtual-spirit-speaksholiday-healing.  888-271-4487.

Saturday, November 22

Your Akashic Records and You – Noon. Experience Your Akashic Records with Tess Tetrault Please join us for an informative and experiential workshop and learn to read your Akashic records that can be accessed anytime, or anywhere. Come learn what your soul’s purpose is, in this lifetime. This group guided journey is on zoom from anywhere in the world. $45 p/p. TreasureCoastMedium.com

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Saturday, November 1

Sacred Sound Meditation with Crystal Bowls – Noon-1:30pm. Immerse in the healing, balancing, relaxing sound waves of the crystal bowls, Tibetan bells, ancient mantras and drum. Led by Susan Rizzo. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events

Vocal Attunement for Harmony & Healing – 3-4:30pm. Find your true voice and learn to use it to heal energetic disharmony in the mind-body. It doesn’t matter if you think you can “sing” or not. Learn to use your voice as a powerful tool for healing and connection. Led by Shenoah (Debra Thornton). $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events

Monday, November 3

Trance to Transformation Experience: A Higher Consciousness Experience – 5:307pm. Learn how to quickly access the trance states and be guided to higher states and learn to return to those states with ease. Led by Bruce Orion, more information on him at BruceOrion.com. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Wednesday, November 5

Full Moon Ocean Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Begin in Aquarian Dreams with a Crystal Bowl Meditation to help us relax & get into a deeper meditative state. Then we go out across the street to the ocean and end with a silent meditation under the moon. Please bring a

towel or mat to sit on. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Friday, November 7

Group Past Life Regression – 6-8:30pm. Craig Costello will use regression hypnotherapy to gently guide participants in their own journey to the past where they will explore and discover their past lives. $45. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events

Saturday, November 8

Lumos! Shining Your Inner Light: a Magical Evening of Yoga & more – 6:30am-8:30pm. A Harry Potter themed yoga class includes Themed warm-ups and a whimsical sequence of magical asanas - A soothing Yoga Nidra inspired by The Tale of the Three Brothers - A guided meditation across the enchanting grounds of Hogwarts and more. Led by Nicole-Georgi-Costello, LMHC, ERYT500. Sign up for both Saturday classes for $100. $45. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Recalibrate, Realign & Reconnect: A 3-Hour Wellness Reset – 12:30-3:30pm. Gift yourself an afternoon designed to restore balance, in-

ner peace, and radiant clarity. This three-hour immersive day retreat blends yoga, mindfulness, creativity, and sound healing to help you reset your energy and reconnect with your higher self. Led by Nicole-Georgi-Costello, LMHC, ERYT-500. Sign up for both Saturday classes for $100. $65. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Sunday, November 9

16 th Annual Native Landscaping Tour –9am-4pm. Observe and explore wonderful native plant landscapes at a variety of locations. 20% off at the Native Butterfly Flowers Nursery to all ticket holders on the tour day and will receive a free native plant on the tour. Printed Tickets available for $20 November 9 at Fred Lee Park 895 Emerson Dr. NE, Palm Bay. For more info visit BrevardLandscapeTour.org

Lightworker Community Sunday Circle – 10am. An hour of Universal Inspiration, Higher Consciousness, Meditation, Healing & Devotional Chants. Facilitated by Cheri Hart, speaker: Jamin Nichols, music: Craig Costello, Meditation: Nicholle GeorgiCostelo. (Second Sunday of every month) Pre-registration recommended. Donation $10-$20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Intro to 300- Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program – 1-2:30pm. Intro for this 300-hour advanced yoga teacher training is designed for certified 200-hour yoga teachers ready to deepen their studies, expand their teaching skills, and evolve as embodied practitioners and facilitators. Led by Nicole Georgi-Costello, MS, LMHC, ERYT and Craig Costello, BS, ERYT. All levels of yoga practitioners are welcome. Register online or call. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events

Monday, November 10

Guided Rest Yoga Nidra with Soundscape Workshop – 5:30-7pm. Combining the healing properties of sound (singing bowls, chimes, voice, etc.) with Yoga Nidra, you enter a state of profound rest and peaceful bliss. Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep) is guided meditation done lying down. Led by Karen Hedley. 45 minutes of Yoga Nidra is as restorative as 3 hours of sleep. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Wednesday, November 12

Muscle Testing Workshop: Unlocking the Power of Your Subconscious – 5:30pm. An immersive workshop exploring muscle testing. Learn the Basics of Muscle Testing,

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Friday, November 14

Balance the Earth Elements Within – 5:307pm. A High-Frequency Reiki Sound Bath Immersion. Master-healer Maria Banas will use Reiki, sound and vibrations with the intention of releasing layers of tension stored in the physical and energy body, bringing a deep sense of relaxation and healing. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/ special-events

Saturday, November 15

Acupuncture Sound Bath, Reiki Immersion – 1pm. Acupuncture, sound frequency healing, and reiki are each ancient healing arts with the ability to bring your body, mind, and spirit back into balance. In this event all three of these modalities will be combined to provide you with a truly unique meditative and healing experience. $120 or $95 early pre-paid discount. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/ special-events

Sunday, November 16

Lymphatic Yoga for Autoimmune Support – 12:30pm. A skills-based workshop where you can learn a few tools to take home with you and then enjoy the benefits of a healing yoga session. Led by Blake Churchman. $30. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events

Monday, November 17

Deeksha Healing: The Oneness Blessing with /Soul-Sync Crystal Bowl Meditation – 5:30-7pm. Brings a shift in perception resulting in clarity and spontaneous feelings of love, joy, peace and inner silence, dissolving negative life patterns and releasing traumas stored at the cellular and energetic levels, and facilitating deep emotional and physical healing. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Wednesday, November 19

Midweek Reset: A Restorative Yoga Workshop – 5:30pm. This gentle practice invites stillness and support through long-held, fully-supported postures, allowing your nervous system to unwind and your body to soften. Please bring: a yoga mat, blanket,

and 2 pillows. Led by Melinda Busch. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events

Thursday, November 20

New Moon Crystal Bowl Meditation with Reiki Healing – 6:30-8pm. This is a meditative journey of healing, relaxation, & connection. Crystal Bowls & Himalayan Bowls will be played during the entire meditation. Led by Maria Banas. Bring yoga mat. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Friday, November 21

Open House – 4:30-7pm. Discover the benefits of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine while enjoying snacks, free ear seeds, chair massage, wellness gifts, and receive 10% off any service booked during the event. Free. Essence Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine, 313 Brevard Ave, Ste 9, Cocoa. 321-634-4779. EssenceAcuHerb.com

Deep Healing: Medicine Buddha Sound Bath & Yoga Nidra – 5:30-7pm. This immersive session combines Guided Yoga Nidra, Medicine Buddha meditation, and a Sound Bath to help you access the ancient wisdom of vibrational healing. Led by Sun Zander. Bring yoga mat, blanket and journal. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Vibrational Sound Massage – 5:306:45pm. In this unique offering, Tibetan bowls are placed and moved along the body, while a sound bath surrounds you in resonant tones. These frequencies penetrate to the cellular level encouraging muscles to release tension and let go of long-held patterns. You are clothed on a massage table. Repeats Saturday. $60 per person (limited to 6 participants each night). Healing Elements Ayurveda, 1290 SR-A1A Ste 102, Satellite Beach. KarenHedley.com

Saturday, November 22

Thai Yoga Massage Weekend Course –10am-5pm. Learn to give an hour-long session on the feet alone, while still affecting the whole body through aware stimulation of the sen lines and marma points. No prior massage experience is necessary. Led by Ariela Grodner for more information visit BodhiSangha.com. 14 CEU’s for Massage therapists. Sunday 10am-5pm. $300. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/ special-events

Monday, November 24

Harmonize for the Holidays: A MultiSensory Healing Journey – 5:30-7:30pm. A full-body, multi-sensory healing ritual that weaves together the ancient power of singing bowls, gongs, aromatherapy and breathwork to soothe your nervous system and bring your entire being into alignment. Led by Anthony Profeta. $45. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events

Wednesday, November 26

Guided Rest Yoga Nidra with Harpsicle – 5:30-7pm. Begin with a restorative pose, as you settle into Yoga Nidra, the healing vibrations of hand-held crystal bowls and Kashi chimes will drift above your body, creating a cocoon of sound. Close with the ethereal sounds of the harpsicle. Led by Karen Hedley. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Friday, November 28

Activate and Heal the 7-Chakra System with Reiki, Mantras, Mudras and Sound Healing – 5:30-7pm. Activate the chakras and learn how the techniques in this experience can help to remove any blocked energy centers. Maria will channel Reiki through the crystal and Tibetan bowls. While laying in Savasana, she will offer hands-on Reiki and essential oils specific to each chakra. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Saturday, November 29

Reiki 1 Certification Course – 11am-6pm. Consists of an Attunement/Placement given to the student and teachings by Usui. Holy Fire energy empowers the energies of the symbols and techniques used in Usui and Karuna Reiki. 7 CEU’s for Yoga Alliance teachers. Maria Banas is a certified Reiki Master-Teacher. $169 (book included). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events

Sunday, November 30

Awakening of the Kundalini Within –Noon-2pm. A powerful Kundalini workshop designed to awaken and elevate your vital life force energy! Through dynamic movement, breathwork, mantra, meditation, and deep relaxation with sound healing with KP and Maria Banas. $40 (early prepaid discount $35). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

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Wednesday, November 5

Awaken to Higher Consciousness – 11am12:30pm. Discover HU, ancient mantra and sacred sound. We chant HU for about 20 minutes and then have a spiritual discussion, Chanting HU can uplift people from any walk of life, give expanded awareness or heal a broken heart. In the History Room. All welcome. Free. Vero Beach Library, 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach. eck-Florida.org

Channeling, Psychic Reading, Meditation, IL Healing Session – 11am-4pm. In-person channeling, psychic medium readings, meditations and Inner Light Healing sessions with Beth Lynch. Private and group sessions available. Walk-ins welcome. Appointments available. Offered every 1st and 3rd Wednesday. Spark of Divine, 1789 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach. 772-257-6499. Linktr. ee/bethlynchmedium444

Awaken to Higher Consciousness – 3:304:30pm. Tune into the Sound Current with the HU, ancient mantra and sacred sound. All are welcome. Free. Bracket Library, 6155 College Lane, Bjorkman Room, 1st Floor, Vero Beach. eck-Florida.org

Friday, November 14

Channeling, Psychic Reading, Meditation, IL Healing Session – 11am-4pm. In-person channeling, psychic medium readings,

meditations and Inner Light Healing sessions with Beth Lynch. Private and group sessions available. Walk-ins welcome. Appointments available. Offered every 2nd Friday. Spark of Divine, 1789 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach. 772257-6499. Linktr.ee/bethlynchmedium444

Sunday, November 16

ECK Light and Sound Service – 11am-noon. Our services, a celebration of God’s love for Soul, include a HU chant, a guest speaker, and creative arts. Lasting about an hour, it is designed to help individuals have their own experience with creative spiritual life forces, the Light and Sound of God. All welcome. Free. Eckankar Center of the Treasure Coast, 541 SE Central Parkway, Stuart. 772-223-1188. eck-Florida.org.

Love Your Lymph – 3-5pm. Combing herbs and bodywork, students will learn a deeper understanding of the Lymph system, how to do a full-body lymphatic drainage self-massage, various herbs that help move stagnant lymph and make an herbal lymph-moving tea blend to take home. Pre-registration is required. $25. Morning Sun Wellness, 654 SE Monterey Rd, Ste 3, Stuart. 772-307-0382. MorningSunWellness.com

Thursday, November 20

Guided Meditation in Salt Therapy – 6pm. Experience a relaxing evening with guided meditation in the healing energy of salt therapy with Beth Lynch. She guides us through meditation, sharing inspiration and messages

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Friendly contact with Unidentified Analogous Phenomena using CE5 protocol – 7pm. Join Tess and other like-minded friends to initiate friendly contact using Dr. Greer’s CE5 protocol consisting of a puja /prayer table, recorded meditations and linking exercises for the group’s positive intentions. Free. Bring chair, water, camera, and an open heart and mind. Stuart Beach, 889 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart. TessTetrault.as.me

Saturday, November 22

Your Akashic Records and You – Noon. Experience Your Akashic Records with Tess Tetrault Please join us for an informative and experiential workshop and learn to read your Akashic records that can be accessed anytime, or anywhere. Come learn what your soul’s purpose is, in this lifetime. This group guided journey is on zoom from anywhere in the world. $45 p/p. TreasureCoastMedium.com

Sunday, November 30

Spiritual Class – 6:30pm. Rev Janice and Rev Julia lead an uplifting spiritual class where participants embody and practice the principles of Gratitude, Intention, Forgiveness, Tithing and Surrender. Join us and free yourself from limitations and live in the fullness of Spirit. Call 772-461-2272 for login information. $10. UnityofFortPierce.com

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Sunday SPACE COAST

Live & Give Dynamic Hatha Charity Yoga –10-11am. 100% of donations go to a different charity monthly. November’s charity is The Hub at Endeavor (Facebook.com/TheHubAtEndeavour). Donation amount of your choice. Give yourself the gift of intentional restoration. No reservations required. Live and Give Charity Yoga at Classical Movement Collective 1535 Cogswell St. Suite D28 Rockledge. Questions, text or call Julie at 321-626-7494.

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Sunday Prayer, Meditation and Energy Healing Service – 9-10am. Join us Sundays in the Chapel for Meditation and Energy Healing before our Sunday Celebration Service at 10am. All are welcome and we look forward to seeing you there! Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772-562-1133. UnityofVero.org

Sunday Celebration Service – 10-11am. Join our Ministers in the Sanctuary as they offer practical spiritual teachings that empower abundant and meaningful living. All are welcome and we look forward to seeing you there! Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772-562-1133. UnityofVero.org

Sunday Celebration Service – 10am. Celebration Service in our sanctuary and on Facebook Live. Practical spiritual teachings that support mindful and meaningful living. Spiritual counseling, Life coaching, Meditation, ACIM, Tai Chi, Pilates, Reiki. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-4612272. UnityOfFortPierce.com

Monday

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Gentle Hatha Yoga – 11am-12pm. Traditional yoga postures, breathing techniques and meditation. Accessible to all ages and body types. Led by Cindy Jovanovic. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/ weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Monday Meditation: Crystal Bowl Sound Bath – 12:30-1:30pm. This weekly reset blends gentle breathwork and guided meditation with the soothing sounds of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and other vibrational healing tools. Led by Ashley Zapotosky. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/ weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Yin Yoga – 4-5pm. Meditative form of yoga that focuses on exercising the deep connective tissues by holding poses for several minutes. Led by Johnny Powell. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Hatha Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm. With Marilyn. This gentle form of yoga combines physical well-being and balances body, mind, and spirit using guided yoga postures, stretching, and breathing. Bring your own mat. $5 per class, paid at door. Pelican Beach Clubhouse, 1495 Hwy A1A, Satellite Beach. 321-773-6458.

Hatha Yoga with Lisa – 6:30-7:30pm. Using breath, we move into postures to warm up, increase flexibility, and engage our core for balance and strength. Variations are offered, along with humor to bring joy to the practice. Himalayan bowls offer a sound healing component to savasana. $15 per class. Essential Elements Wellness, 1010 E New Haven Ave., Melbourne. 321-372-6714. eewshop.com/ pages/class-and-event-calendar.

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Pilates – 9:30-10:30am. Led by Hanna McVey. Cost $10 per class. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityOfFortPierce.com

Sunset Yoga in the Gardens - 7-8pm. All levels are welcome. The classes will be held on the promenade at sunset. Members can enjoy these classes for Free. Non-Friends Members are $12 per class. Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd., Port St. Lucie. 772-337-1959. Registration required: PSLBG.org events page.

A Course in Miracles – 7-8:15pm. Group facilities. Suggested Love offering $5. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityOfFortPierce.com

Tuesday

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Yoga for Beginners – 11am-12pm. Learn foundational postures, proper alignment and the use of props. The practice of gentle postures (asanas), breath technology (pranayama), relaxation (savasana) with sound healing, and meditation with Marilyn Diaz. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Kundalini Yoga & Healing Gong Meditation – 12:30-1:45pm. A specific set of yoga movements “Kriyas” to release energy blocks, energize the nervous system, and focus the mind with the healing vibrations of the Gong. All levels. Led by Marilyn Diaz. $15 or yoga membership (10 Classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/ weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Reggae Yoga Flow– 4-5pm. Strengthening, building flexibility, and meditation through movement, mixing in qi gong and psychology, classes act as a cleanse of body, mind, and spirit. All levels. Classes set to mellow reggae music. Led by Johnny Powell. $15 or yoga membership (10 Classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/ weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Hatha Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Multi-level class for beginners and intermediates. As a registered nurse Ellen’s knowledge of anatomy & physiology allows her to modify asanas to her student’s ability so they get the benefits of practice without the strain. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/ weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Yin Yoga + Sound Bath – 7:30-8:30pm. A soothing Yin Yoga Class focused on deep stretching and relaxation, complemented by a healing sound bath during savasana promoting mindfulness stress relief and profound inner peace. Yoga Gallery Downtown 2006 Vernon Place, Ste A, Melbourne. 321-978-6956. YogaGalleryDownTown.com

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OM Circle – 7-8:30pm. A sanctuary for the spiritually minded and musically hearted where voice, sound, and presence come together in devotion, expression, and healing. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772-562-1133. UnityOfVero.org

Wednesday

SPACE COAST

Gentle Yoga – 11am-Noon. Gentle Hatha Yoga uses traditional yoga postures, breathing techniques and meditation to bring back balance and healing to body, mind and spirit. This peaceful multi-level class is accessible to all ages and body types. Teacher: Dena Armstrong. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams. com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Hatha Yoga – 12:30-1:30pm. Multi-level class for beginners and intermediates. As a registered nurse Ellen’s knowledge of anatomy & physiology allows her to modify asanas to her student’s ability so they get the benefits of practice without the strain. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Yin Yoga Flow with Crystal Bowls – 4-5pm. Allows a gentle opening of the body using props to support the yoga pose held for 4-5 minutes. Ends with meditative sound bath. All Levels. Led by Ashley Zapotosky. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar.

Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Hatha Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm. With Marilyn. This gentle form of yoga combines physical wellbeing and balances body, mind, and spirit using guided yoga postures, stretching, and breathing. Bring your own mat. $5 per class, paid at door. Pelican Beach Clubhouse, 1495 Hwy A1A, Satellite Beach. 321-773-6458.

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Tai Chi for Better Balance – 9-10am. Members can enjoy these classes for $7 per class and Non-Friends Members are $14 per class. Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd., Port St. Lucie. 772-337-1959. Registration required: PSLBG.org events page.

Pilates – 9:30-10:30am. Led by Hanna McVey. Cost $10 per class. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityOfFortPierce.com

Joanne’s World of Nutrition – 10-11am. Listen to radio station WPSL AM 1590 every Wednesday morning to learn about holistic health and wellness with Joanne, owner of Nutrition World in Ft. Pierce, who has 30 plus years of expertise. JoannesNutritionWorld.com

Insight Meditation – 11-11:30am. Insight Meditation with Rev Janice Cary. Quiet the mind and calm the Soul through deepening your awareness of Spirit. Offered in the sanctuary and through Zoom. Meeting ID is 772-461-2272. Donation accepted through PayPal and Zelle. $5. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityOfFortPierce.com

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Donate eight or more nonperishable items, and receive a $100 certificate towards your initial new patient visit!

Yoga Therapy Community Clinic – 11:45am12:45pm. We offer special yoga therapy sessions for individuals seeking complementary therapy for specific health conditions, with a maximum of eight participants per clinic hour to ensure personalized care. $20. DTE Yoga & Wellness Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444. dte-yoga.com/ schedule-and-pricing

Thursday

SPACE COAST

Yoga for Beginners – 11am-Noon. Learn foundational postures, proper alignment, and the use of props with Dean Armstrong. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Crystal Bowl: Vibration Meditation – 4-5pm. Experience pure bliss, deep meditation, healing, and high vibrations with the frequencies of the crystal bowls and Tibetan singing bowls. Led by Maria Banas. $15 or yoga membership (10 Classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Hatha Yoga – 5:15-6:15pm. Nurturing safe space to explore: Foundational poses, breath awareness, cultivate inner peace and healing, guided meditation. Led by Melinda Busch. $15 or yoga

membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

TREASURE COAST

A Course in Miracles Study Group – 6:458pm. A group for those wanting to learn and live with A Course in Miracles principles. Every Thursday. All are welcome. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772-562-1133. UnityOfVero.org

Friday

SPACE COAST

Somatic Activated Healing – 10:30-11:30am. An hour of breath work, meditation, positive affirmation-paired movement sequences, and ecstatic /freeform dancing. We work from the “bottom up”, which means that rather than interacting with mental narratives, we begin the healing process with the physical body as our entry point. Led by Brittany. Text 321-381-8890. $21 drop in or Intro Package 3 Classes for $33. Yoga Gallery Downtown, 2006 Vernon Place, Suite A, Melbourne. YogaGalleryDowntown.com

Gentle Hatha Yoga – 11am-12pm. Traditional yoga postures, breathing techniques and meditation to bring back balance and healing to body, mind and spirit. All ages and body types. Led by Cindy. Please bring your own mat. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for

$85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams. com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Yin Yoga – 12:30-1:30pm. Meditative form of yoga that focuses on exercising deep connective tissues of the body by holding poses for several minutes at a time. Benefits of yin include improved flexibility, improved joint mobility, release of fascial tension, and calming of the nervous system. Led by Roxy. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Kids Yoga (5-10 years) – 3-3:45pm. Playful introduction to the practice of yoga and mindfulness. Practicing Breath, Balance, Focus, Flexibility, Strength, Confidence and Connection. Parents are welcome to participate. Led by Debra Walden Thornton. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Integral Yoga: Flow to Slow – 4-5pm. After centering, class begins with more energy to warm up the body. The second part of the class will transition to slower sequencing, incorporating longer hold times of poses. Led by Blake Churchman. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar.

Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

TREASURE COAST

In Person, Phone or Online Healings and Readings with Beth – 9am-2pm. Experience Angelic communication, channeled healing energies, and Reiki techniques to align you with your Divine self. Personalized readings and healing sessions are crafted to empower you and soothe anxiety. Call or book your session on the website. 772-538-6211. Average readings and healings $65 for half hour. Call for in-person location. Also offered on Zoom, Vero Beach. BethVargasHealing.com. Also offered on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday. Reiki– 6:30pm. Release the tensions and start the weekend with a calm mind and open heart. Reiki is a healing energetic exchange that refreshes and renews your mind/body/ spirit. Led by Reiki Master Trish Gable. Cost $10/class or $50 for 6. In sanctuary. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-4612272. UnityOfFortPierce.com

Tai Chi – 10:30-11:30am. Led by Eric Ellegood. Cost $10/class or $50 for 6. In sanctuary. EllegoodEric@gmail.com. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityOfFortPierce.com

Saturday

SPACE COAST

All Levels Yoga – 9:30-10:45am. By developing a deeper sense of self-awareness, we begin to unravel patterns of tension and stress to create more harmony within each movement and more ease in both the mind and the body. With Heather Leah. Text 321-381-8890. $21 drop in or Intro Package 3 Classes for $33. Yoga Gallery Downtown, 2006 Vernon Place, Suite A, Melbourne. YogaGalleryDowntown.com

Downtown Melbourne Farmers Market –10am-2pm. Local fresh foods, produce, food trucks, plants, artisans and crafters. Free. Riverview Park 2301 Irwin Street, Melbourne. 321-759-3713.

TREASURE COAST

Saturday Downtown Ft. Pierce Famers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Downtown Ft. Pierce Farmers Market has over 70 friendly vendors offering a diverse selection of foods, exotic plants, spices, local produce and much more. Rain or shine. Live music, fresh food and right on the river; make it your Saturday morning tradition. Free. Riverfront Downtown Ft. Pierce 101 Melody Lane, Ft. Pierce. FortPierceFarmersMarket.com

Absolute Positive Mindset Training –1:30pm. Participants can expect to experience greater relaxation, a stress-free lifestyle and a deeper connection to the universe. This training provides practical techniques for lasting personal growth and understanding. Led by Master Ahn. Ahn’s Martial Arts Academy 561 SE Central Parkway, Stuart. 772-486-2172. MartialArtsStuart.com

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Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To submit your listing to be included in The Natural Directory, visit Directory.my-NA.com

Acupuncture

ESSENCE ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL MEDICINE

313 Brevard Ave, Ste 9 Cocoa, 321-634-4779

EssenceAcuHerb.com

Acupuncture, Herbal medicine, Massage. Nicole LaFountain can help you with pain, sleep, digestion, and women’s health. Treating the whole person through education and rootcause healing. (MM#46661, MA#102921)

HEALTHY HEALING ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202 Merritt Island, 321-252-3720

HealthyHealingClinic.com

Acupuncture, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Micro Needling, LED Therapy, Herbal Therapy, Homeopathic Therapy, Vitamin Injection Therapy, Cupping, Massage and Nutrition. Michelle Connell, AP, DOM, can help you overcome pain and balance your body to maintain health.

MICHELLES THERAPIES

2070 Meadowlane Ave Melbourne, 305-308-6226

MichellesTherapiesAcu.com

Acupuncture, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Auricular Acupuncture, Injection Therapy, Cupping. Michelle Zamora, AP can help you with chronic pain, digestive imbalances, women’s health, weight management, and PTSD.

Advertising & Marketing

NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINE

Kris Urquhart, Publisher Kris@my-NA.com 321-426-0080 my-NA.com

Natural Awakenings is your multimedia resource for natural and eco-friendly living. Visit us online for monthly issues, exclusive content, recipes, offers and podcasts. Join our email list and never miss a thing. Reaching over 75,000 loyal readers each month and thousands more digitally.

Alternative Healing

CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER

Brian P. Walsh, DC 1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102 Melbourne, 321-728-1387

CareWellnessFL.com

Natural healthcare for all ages including Designed Clinical Nutrition using Nutrition Response Testing, ChiroThin Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program, Chiropractic Care, PEMF Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, thermography, massage services, homeopathics and other natural products. See ad, page 33.

Botanical Gardens

THE PORT SAINT LUCIE

BOTANICAL GARDENS

2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd. Port St. Lucie, 772-337-1959

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Surround yourself in the peace and beauty of nature. Bamboo, bromeliad, butterfly, succulent, orchid, native plant gardens and more. Perfect venue for weddings or your next event.

Children’s Health

CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE OF BREVARD

Margaret Witzleb, MSN, ARNP 2351 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 4 Melbourne, 321-775-0477

AFFORDABLE, QUALITY pediatric health care offering both alternative and traditional choices for your child’s health, regardless of immunization or insurance status. Home-birthed infants welcome!

Chiropractic

JONES CHIROPRACTIC

6550 N Atlantic Ave, Ste E Cape Canaveral, 321-868-0888 JonesChiropractic.net

NEW location with NEW digital xray and AquaMED Hydromassage onsite. We care for infants to athletes to seniors, using Activator to hands-on techniques. Serving Brevard 30+ years.

Coaching

HOPE 4 WELLNESS TODAY

Charlotte Demarais, MA 405-432-1635

Hope4WellnessToday.com

Certified Health & Wellness Coach partnering with clients through telehealth to inspire motivation, build strengths, and create sustainable lifestyle changes that nurture balance, health, and lasting well-being.

Coaching: Intuitive

THE SELF EXPANSION

Cav & Jeanette, Intuitive Coaches

TheSelfExpansion.my.canva.site ASelfEmpowered@gmail.com

Intuitive Empowerment Coaching and Soul Journey Mentorship, guiding clients to reclaim self-trust, connect with their inner wisdom, and live authentically and purposefully.

Colon Hydrotherapy

CANDICE KLEIN GORDON, M.ED., LMT Palm Bay, 321-480-8654

HappyColons.com

Candice@HappyColons.com

CHOOSE HEALTH! Colon health management through irrigation and hydration since 1988, using a closed system with purified water in a safe, professional environment

Craniosacral Therapy

ALISON WAHLSTEDT, LMT

1600 W Eau Gallie Blvd Ste 205-E, Melbourne 5200 Babcock St NE Ste 405-A, Palm Bay 321-328-0056, TropicalReiki.com

Gentle touch! Release restrictions and improve function of the central nervous system.  Shown to help with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, migraines, TMJ, autism, and more. (MA103645)

CHAD TAYLOR & GINGER TAYLOR, LMT

Melbourne/Palm Bay

321-480-9986

MassagesWithPurpose.com

Advanced Practitioners supporting infants through adults to gently calm the central nervous system, release deeply rooted emotions & trauma, unwind physical muscular tensions for ease & better range of motion; improving whole-body health and performance. (MM35261, MA75423, MA93522)

LISA MEDGANSIS, PT

1801 Sarno Rd, Ste 4

Melbourne, 321-537-8071

ConnectivityMovement.com

Cranial Sacral Therapy is a gentle touch approach for infants through adults to promote relaxation, correction of myofascial restrictions, improve digestion, concentration, and ease of movement. Eases pain and anxiety.

Crystals & Gemstones

CREATIVE ENERGY

ENCHANTED GIFTS FOR THE MIND, BODY AND SOUL

780 W. New Haven Ave Melbourne, 321-952-6789

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We offer a wide variety of divination tools to enhance your Spiritual Journey including Crystals, gemstones, jewelry, singing bowls, books, tarot, candles, salt lamps, sage, incense, oils, statuary, altar items & much more! Curbside pickup, shipping, and phone orders available.

Dating

REVOLUTION DATING

Kelly Leary, M.S.

Miranda Capparelli

5090 PGA Blvd #208, Palm Beach Gardens

561-630-XOXO (9696) 772-932-HERE (4373) RevolutionDating.com

Are you single? Call to meet the Award-Winning Matchmakers, established in 1991. Every client is pre-screened in person at their well-established office. Trusted confidentiality is their practice, and love is their language. Reserve your spot in the club and connect today! #LoveMore2024 #TellYourFriends

Dentistry

SMILE DESIGN AND WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. Rob Brown

Dr. Haley Freymiller

Dr. Lisandra Hernandez

Viera, 321-751-7775

SDICFL.com

Innovative, comprehensive, bio-logic dentistry. Mercury safe removal, high tech office, low radiation digital x-rays. Lasers-no shot, no drill. Ozone therapy. See ad, page 15.

CLAIRE STAGG, DDS, MS, FAACP, PA

Comprehensive Mercury Free Dental Care for the Whole Family Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797

SmileProfessionals.com

By connecting the whole person, we can provide Dental & Oral Solutions for Medical Conditions. We grow airways, beautiful and youthful faces for all ages via non-surgical / extraction-free alternatives. We offer many laser and appliance therapy options for TMJ Disorders, snoring & Sleep Breathing Disorders. See ad, page 29.

Facials & Skin Care

GINGER TAYLOR, LMT, LE

Massages with Purpose & Skin Care

Melbourne/Palm Bay 321-480-9986

MassagesWithPurpose.com

Experience luxurious pampering with Organic Enzyme & Clinical Facials, Dermaplaning, Micro-current Face Lifts, and Microneedling with proven results that are age defying! The Holidays are approaching. You deserve to look younger and feel rejuvenated.

Farmers Markets

FARMERS MARKET GUIDE

Space & Treasure Coast FarmersMarket.my-na.com

Find a Farmer’s Market near you in the Natural Awakenings Farmers Market Guide. Support your health and community by shopping locally. Bookmark the web page for easy access.

Farms: Local & Organic

FLORIDA FIELDS TO FORKS, CSA

1200 Corey Rd

Malabar, 321-229-5288

FloridaFieldsToForks.com

A local CSA farm, offering beyond organically raised grass-fed/grass-finished Angus beef, Berkshire pork, Katahdin lamb, chicken eggs, raw cow and goat milk, vegetables, and more.

Hair Analysis

SYLVIE MORIN, DOM 1727 N. Atlantic Ave

Cocoa Beach, 321-785-3330

HealthForLifeWellnessCenters.com

Epigenetic Health Solutions analyzes hair follicle data to uncover personalized insights into your nutrition, environment, health risks, aging, and overall well-being from a science-based approach.

Health Food

ORGANIC FOOD CENTER

862 N. Miramar Ave

Indialantic, 321-724-2383

OrganicFoodCenter.com

Natural & Organic grocery with wide selection of vitamins and supplements. Organic café with fresh wheat grass, vegetable juices and smoothies, vegan and gluten-free soups, sandwiches and salads.

PARADISE HEALTH & NUTRITION

Suntree, 321-242-6040

West Melbourne, 321-722-1440

Palm Bay, 321-729-8311

ParadiseHealthDirect.tflmag.com

Organic and allergy-friendly groceries, fresh produce, bulk foods, all-natural supplements, organic smoothies, power bowls, organic wines and gluten-free/specialty beers. Knowledgeable staff on-hand ready to assist.

PEGGY’S NATURAL FOODS

10471 SE Federal Hwy Hobe Sound, 772-286-1401

PeggysNaturalFoods.com

Great selection of organic foods and supplements. Peggy’s Brand Vitamins, Supplements and Herbals in-store or online. Drive thru pickup and area delivery available.

Health Food Cont.

SUNSEED FOOD CO-OP

6615 N. Atlantic Ave (A1A)

Cape Canaveral, 321-784-0930

SunseedFoodCoop.com

Community-owned, Not-for-Profit Co-op founded in 1974. Largest selection of vitamins & herbs in Brevard. Organic produce and much more. Open Mon-Sat 9-7 & Sun 10-6.

Health & Nutrition Stores

SUNSHINE HEALTH FOOD & WELLNESS CENTER

2916 S. Washington Ave

Titusville, 321-269-4848

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Providing nutritional health counseling in a truly holistic fashion by offering massage, cholesterol testing, foot detox, essential oils, blood typing along with vitamins, minerals, herbs, homeopathics and natural foods.

JOANNE’S NUTRITION WORLD

Joanne Seeger

101 N US 1, Ste 118 & 120 Ft. Pierce, 772-464-3598

466 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd., Ste 113 Port St. Lucie, 772-380-6467

Everything for a healthy lifestyle under one roof. Vitamins, supplements, skincare, essential oils, infrared sauna, massage, PEMF therapy, ion foot cleanse, individual counseling and more.

Herbalists

MAMA JO’S SUNSHINE HERBALS

1300 Pinetree Drive, Ste 3 Indian Harbour Beach, 321-779-4647

Enjoy a cup of complementary tea in the relaxing atmosphere of herbs and handmade herbal delights. Bulk Herbs, Handmade Products, Consultations, Classes, and Supplies. Teas, tinctures, lotions, soaps, facial products, salves, and more. See ad, page 17.

Holistic Primary Care

HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD

Clinics in Viera & Titusville 321-757-6899

Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com

Fully integrated Primary Care and Family Practice - injury and illness, chronic disease, anti-aging, functional medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic and more. Same-day sick appointments. Insurance accepted. See ad, page 2.

MELISSA DEAN, MD

Dean Wellness Institute

Premiere Center for Regenerative Medicine Vero Beach, 772-567-1500

Age Management, Weight Loss, Preventative Medicine, Andropause, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, Lifestyle Management, Vitamin Evaluation, Nutrition and many other integrative therapies. See ad, back cover.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

BEACHSIDE HYPERBARIC AND BODYWORK

476 Hwy A1A Ste. 4A Satellite Beach, 321-977-4509 BeachsideHyperbaric.com

Boost oxygen levels over 300%! Hyperbaric Therapy can help heart, stroke, chemotherapy recovery, autism, addiction, tendonitis, sports injuries, auto-immune disease & more. Specialty bodywork & Graston! (MA101240, MM44507). See ad, page 25.

Hypnosis

COLLEEN GILL HYPNOSIS

Treasure Coast or Zoom 772-532-9241

MindDaisies.com

Certified Hypnotist and Stress Relief Specialist. Lose mental and physical weight, improve sleep and transform destructive habits into healthy ones! Book a free call today!

ELIZABETH L CAMPBELL, BCH

CI, MNLP, CTH Stuart, 772-215-2985

Elizabeth@TranceformU.com

Combining the best of Hypnosis, NeuroLinguistics (NLP) and ThetaHealing to create rapid and lasting changes at the subconscious level. Results appear in body, mind, and spirit. From small concerns to serious trauma, from motivation to spirituality, subconscious changes positively affect all aspects of life. Telehealth services only. In Stuart since 2003.

Integrative Medicine

MELISSA DEAN, MD

Dean Wellness Institute

Premiere Center for Regenerative Medicine Vero Beach, 772-567-1500

Age Management, Weight Loss, Preventative Medicine, Andropause, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, Lifestyle Management, Vitamin Evaluation, Nutrition and many other integrative therapies. See ad, back cover.

RADIANTLY HEALTHY MD

Rebecca Hunton, MD 417 Fifth Ave, Ste 101 A Indialantic, 321-806-7436 DrHunton.com

Are you Radiantly Healthy? We offer Integrative/Functional Medicine solutions to address health challenges and healthy aging! We combine both traditional and natural options including medical marijuana certification. See ad, page 37.

YALE (Yoel) R. SMITH, MD, DABA, BCASI, AFAAFM, BCABARM Center for Anti-Aging Aesthetic and Rejuvenation Medicine

Viera, 321-421-7111 AntiAgingIM.com

Hypertension, diabetes, mold/ Lyme, sleep issues, hypothyroidism, erectile dysfunction, heart attack prevention, autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue, food allergies, congestive heart failure, G.I. issues and more. See ad, page 23.

IV Therapy

RADIANTLY HEALTHY DRIP LOUNGE

150 Fifth Ave, Ste B Indialantic, 321-243-1859 rh-md.com/drip-lounge

Delivering vital nutrients, IV Therapy benefits people with Chronic Fatigue, Depression, Migraines/Tension Headaches, Allergies, IBS, Cardiovascular Disease, Autoimmune Disease, Athletic Recovery, Viral/Bacterial Infections, and Common Cold/Flu. See ad, page 37.

THE DRIPBaR

6375 N. Wickham Road, Ste 101 Melbourne, 321-465-7986

TheDripBar.com

Offering 18 Lifestyle IV drips such as time machine, powerpack and flu fighter. Health support drips like High C and chelation. 797 USP compliant compounding on-site. Also featuring Food Inflammation Testing, red light therapy and halo infrared sauna. See ad, page 9.

Massage Therapy

MORNING SUN WELLNESS LLC

Beth White Mountain LMT, CH 654 SE Monterey Rd, Ste 3 Stuart 772-307-0382 MorningSunWellness.com

Offering a variety of bodywork including Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy, Ayurvedic Marma massage, Swedish and Reiki. Herbal Consultations & Classes. 25+ years of experience. (MM455590, MA85479)

SANDALWOOD MASSAGE & BODYWORK BY JANE

333 17th Street, Ste D, Unit 8 Vero Beach, 772-779-1137

JaneCoyne.GlossGenius.com

My passion is helping my clients find balance - in mind and body. Massage can reduce pain, muscle tension and stress, increase circulation and much more. (MA97795, MM45089)

THE DEEP TISSUE SPA

1600 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 203 909 E New Haven Ave, Ste 206 Melbourne, 321-987-0041

DeepTissueSpa.com

We go beyond ordinary massages and facials tackling chronic pain and uplevel skin. A results-oriented spa experience with expert therapists. Appointments 7 days a week.

Medical Marijuana

SIKORA INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

1255 37th St, Ste B Vero Beach, 772-228-6882

SikoraMedical.com

Dr. Alita Gonsalves Sikora offers a holistic approach to traditional Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with acupuncture, medical marijuana, bioidentical hormone therapy, weight loss and PRP injections for joints, hair loss, and facial rejuvenation. See ad, page 19.

Metaphysical Stores

CREATIVE ENERGY

ENCHANTED GIFTS FOR THE MIND, BODY AND SOUL

780 W. New Haven Ave Melbourne, 321-952-6789

Info@CreativeEnergyFL.com Facebook.com/CreativeEnergyFL

We offer a wide variety of divination tools to enhance your Spiritual Journey including: Crystals, gemstones, jewelry, singing bowls, books, tarot, candles, salt lamps, sage, incense, oils, statuary, altar items & much more! Curbside pickup, shipping, and phone orders are available.

SCENTED DRAGON

Port St. Lucie, 772-877-2102 Ft. Pierce, 772-302-3814 Jensen Beach, 772-208-5592

Treasure Coast’s premier metaphysical store, now with three locations. Incense, crystals, stones, sage, candles, jewelry, workshops & more. Daily Readers and knowledgeable staff always on hand. Open 7 days.

SPARK OF DIVINE, LLC

METAPHYSICAL SHOP AND HEALING CENTER

1789 Old Dixie Highway Vero Beach, 772-257-6499

SparkofDivine.com

Spark offers classes, healings, readers, yoga & much more. We carry a variety of crystals, jewelry, books, sage & many other metaphysical gifts and tools.

Neurofeedback

HARMONY NEUROFEEDBACK

1300 Pinetree Drive, Ste 9 Indian Harbour Beach, 321-405-2795

HarmonyNeurofeedback.com

Neurofeedback has helped with ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Stress, Emotional Distress, PTSD, Behavioral Issues, Mood issues, Pain, Lyme, Headaches, Concussion, TBI and a variety of other issues.

Pain Management

SANDALWOOD MASSAGE & BODYWORK BY JANE

333 17th Street, Ste D, Unit 8 Vero Beach, 772-779-1137

JaneCoyne.GlossGenius.com

Nano NAD+ is locally available through Authorized Sales Partner. This topical/nasal spray offers relief from joint and muscle pain, skin issues, neuropathy, migraines and more.

PRP & Stem Cell Therapy

SIKORA INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

1255 37th St, Ste B Vero Beach, 772-228-6882

SikoraMedical.com

Holistic regenerative medicine using PRP (platelet rich plasma) for arthritis, tendinitis, aesthetics (face and skin rejuvenation aka “Vampire Facial”) and hair regeneration. Enhance sexual health with PRP, bioidentical hormones, shockwave therapy, and peptides. IV vitamin and NAD therapy to reverse aging. Stem cell Therapy, Exosomes, Shockwave, acupuncture, Perineural injections for osteoarthritis and musculoskeletal pain. See ad, page 19.

Psychics & Mediums

BETH LYNCH, MEDIUM, AUTHOR

Intuitive Counselor, Educator 888-271-4487

InnerLight444@gmail.com linktr.ee/bethlynchmedium444

Spiritual Medium, Meditation Teacher & Author. Offers in-person appointments in Stuart, Port St Lucie, and Vero Beach. Zoom sessions also available. Certified with 29 years’ experience teaching spiritual principles.

TESS, THE TREASURE COAST MEDIUM

Intuitive Medium, Reiki Master, Past Life Regressions

By appointment: 772-200-0016 TessTheHealer@gmail.com TreasureCoastMedium.com

Are you grieving the loss of a loved one and need closure? Did you miss the chance to say ‘Goodbye’? Or are you in need of divine guidance about your career, love life, or finances? Allow the Angels to help you make the right decisions. Learn how to cultivate your own intuition through classes offered in spiritual development.

Raindrop Technique

ALISON WAHLSTEDT, LMT  1600 W Eau Gallie Blvd Ste 205-E, Melbourne 5200 Babcock St NE Ste 405-A, Palm Bay 321-328-0056, TropicalReiki.com

Nine Young Living essential oils massaged on feet and spine, using various techniques including tuning forks. Naturally align the body and mind. Promotes emotional release. (MA103645)

Reiki

AIRMID HEALING COMPANY

Virtual and Central Brevard 321-271-0662

AirmidHealingCo@gmail.com

Certified in Usui/Holy Fire III Reiki, lightworker Mandy Merritt channels healing light energy to help others improve well-being and transform various aspects of their lives.

BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC

Virtual and Phone Vero Beach, 772-538-6211

BethVargasHealing.com

Usui/Tibetan/Karuna Reiki Master Teacher, Certified Angelologist and Mesa Carrier, Angel Healing Therapist/Reader and Teacher offers Healing, Spiritual Counseling, Cord Cutting, Divine Soul Readings and more. Helping you move into alignment with your divinity. Find your purpose.

Restaurants

ASIAN GOURMET

Melbourne, 321-255-6471

Palm Bay, 321-345-5029

AsianGourmetFood.com

Fresh, healthy VietThai menu. Since 2000, we cater to special diets: vegan, GF, pescatarian, etc. Mention this listing for a free summer roll with your first order!

COUNTER CULTURE BEACHSIDE

3225 Cardinal Dr

Vero Beach, 772-321-3315 CounterCultureBeachside.com

Chef-driven restaurant offering fresh, natural cuisine with plant-based, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Featuring organic vegetables and chicken, grass-fed beef, catering, and fine casual dining.

Sound Healing

SAGEWAVE SOUND

Amanda Richard Melbourne, 754-367-0974

SageWaveSound.com

Experience deep relaxation, stress relief, and elevate your well-being with therapeutic sound. Using sound to balance mind, body, and soul. Private sessions and event bookings.

Spirituality

UNITY OF FORT PIERCE

3414 Sunrise Blvd Fort Pierce, 772-461-2272

UnityofFortPierce.com

Practical spiritual teachings that support people in living mindful and meaningful lives. Spiritual counseling/life coaching, Body/Mind/ Spirit classes, ACIM, Tai Chi, Pilates, Reiki. Calendar online: UnityofFortPierce.com

UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER OF VERO BEACH

950 43rd Ave

Vero Beach, 772-562-1133

UnityOfVero.org

Join us 10am Sundays for our Celebration Service and 9am for our Meditation Service. Be blessed by a morning of spiritual insight, inspiration, fellowship, and community.

Stem Cell Therapy

LIFE WAVE X39

Scented Dragon

6993 Hancock Dr

Port St Lucie, 772-877-2102

LifeWave.com/1776047

Activate Stem Cell rejuvenation through this cutting-edge Phototherapy. Small patches worn daily can promote relief of some common aging challenges. Hosting Saturday 1pm informational meetings.

Thermography

THERMOGRAPHY OF BREVARD

Melbourne, Merritt Island, Vero Beach

321-312-0363

ThermographyofBrevard.com

Thermography sees inflammation in the body, early detection of breast disease, dysfunction of heart, lungs, digestive system, colon, thyroid, vascular system, muscles, joints and more.

Womens Health

DAVISSE MICRO ART

Rhonda Winters

Melbourne, 321-537-2331

IFixScars.com

Medical tattooing for breast cancer survivors, including scar concealment and areola restoration, helping women reclaim confidence and beauty after trauma. Cosmetic tattooing with naturallooking results. Insurance accepted or financial assistance for breast cancer survivors.

Yoga

HATHA YOGA WITH MARILYN

Pelican Beach Clubhouse

1495 Highway A1A

Satellite Beach, 321-773-6458

Balance your Body, Mind & Spirit with Hatha Yoga. Gentle, guided yoga postures with Stretching, Deep Breathing, and Relaxation. $5 per class through Satellite Recreation Department.

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Dean Wellness Institute has been serving Vero Beach, Florida, and the surrounding areas for over 20 years. We work closely with our patients to improve their quality of life as they age. Our focus is getting the root cause of health issues, rather than treating just the symptom. We provide the most up-to-date information in an integrative manner that empowers each patient to be their healthiest.

• Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men and Women

• Body Contouring with Emsculpt Neo and Exion Body

• Aesthetic Treatments

u PDO Threads, Botox/Dysport, microneedling, Exion Face

• PRP Therapies (including Hair Restoration)

• Preventative Medicine

• Advanced Laboratory Testing

• IV Wellness Therapy

• Sexual Health and Wellness

u O-Shot/P-Shot, Emsella, Emfemme 360

• Primary Care

Melissa Dean, MD, MMB Anti-Aging Medicine Master’s Metabolic Medicine

Catherine Cheries, P.A.