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perspectives End of Year Manifesto
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trive to always be thankful and optimistic. Focus your gaze on what is good and positive; never dwell on the negative. Do not allow life to make you cynical or closed off. Remaining open and true to yourself is a life-long adventure and the only one worth having. Choose to see the best in people. Strike up conversations with strangers. Never be afraid to ask for what you really, really want. To love, purely and fiercely, without agenda, is the most terrifying and rewarding thing you will ever do. Travel is essential to the spirit. A pair of great shoes means nothing if you have an ugly heart. Try your hardest not to judge anyone else; it never leads anywhere good . Always avoid tabloids & gossip; they destroy the soul. Be kind & loyal. Many things in this world are more important than money. Always trust your intuition, always. Rescue animals, it will strengthen your heart. Never delight in anyone else’s misery. Trust in others . You are your own best investment. Believe in the magic of a new day and a fresh start. Follow your bliss. Do more of what you love. Always do the best you can . Create your own family and care for them ferociously. When people offer you opportunities that scare you, say yes: it’s the very best way to grow. You are never as stuck as you think. Stay eager. Say yes to the adventure of life. Love yourself. With Love and Gratitude,
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hope this letter finds you well and in the early stages of a spectacular holiday season, fires burning in the fireplace, curling up under blankets and spending time with the people you most love in your life. That’s what makes the holiday season the best time of year for me. To me, the holiday season is always about family and the opportunity to express love. In my time, I have discovered that life really is about love. The very nature of who we are at our core is love. The essence of our creator apparently is love. This considered, then why isn’t every day just like the holidays? Through some very difficult situations to navigate, I have recently learned that when we retract love in a painful situation, we create more pain. However, when we bring more love to the situation, in whatever form that might take, we become less attached to results, and therefore are able to release the situation. It’s like forgiveness, in that it doesn’t endorse the other party when we forgive them, it doesn’t even make their actions acceptable. It simply releases us from the bondage of our feelings of being wronged. It releases our victim story. It is the same with love. I often wondered how I overcame my divorce 14 years ago, but today I know. I meditated, wrote and forgave everything I could think of and then held her and her new husband with all the love I had in my heart. It didn’t matter if they got it or not. What mattered was that I received the benefit from that and released them both with tremendous love. Today they are part of my extended family, and I would help them as much as I would anyone else in my family. I’ve learned that the love I gave was not only for them. It was for me, as well...so I could love more and be clear of that event. When I realized that I had to love myself through my problems in life, it was a tremendous revelation. To actually bring more love to any situation, I have to accept who I am, forgive myself for my mistakes and allow love to flow from my core outward. Everyone I speak to lately tells me they have to learn to love themselves, but this is not what I have discovered, exactly. Love is who we are. We simply have to stop being unloving to ourselves, and then love flows freely. When I don’t judge myself, criticize myself or beat myself up for not being perfect, I fall in love with myself. Love is easy. To simply nurture yourself and be kind and gentle with yourself is what is not easy. Every Monday I do self-care, from chiropractic adjustments to massage, pedicures and facials. The rest of the time I spend time with my family or talk to them every chance I get. I spend time building my family up and supporting them. These are what are important to me. These are the things that bring me joy. Material possessions are nice and I love my lifestyle, but I keep those I love and care about close and treat them with the love and respect I now treat myself. I also enjoy and am invigorated by coaching. therefore I do it every chance I get, with or without pay.
Being of service to those around me and doing things that keep me tuned up is very important. It is the least I can do to demonstrate my gratitude and appreciation for the life that my creator has given me. In the end, it is all about separating from the mind and the ego and simply treating yourself as you would like others to treat you. If you do this, I assure you in a very short time others will treat you the same. No one treats you the way you treat them or the way you tell them to treat you; they treat you the way you treat yourself on the inside. The only exception is a very conscious person who will treat you the way they see you instead of the way you see yourself. This is very rare and will typically cause you to see yourself in a higher light. It is the way we all should treat each other. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season this year and a very happy new year. I pray that you may find a moment or two to release your past and future in order to treat yourself with kindness, gentleness and love in the present. It is my greatest wish for you that you might be able to carry that experience and process all year long and into your future.
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Free Health Workshops at Kam Lee Acupuncture Center
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am Lee Acupuncture Center, providing quality and natural health care solutions for the community since 1994, offers acupuncture, massage therapy and martial arts fitness training. Thheir goal is to help clients relieve pain, suffering and imbalances, free of side effects, through natural solutions and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Free Friday Workshops are held on the first Friday of the month on subjects that will improve overall health and well-being for patients and their friends. On December 6, from 11:30 to noon, the topic is The Oriental Secret to Eating Healthy and Improving Digestion. Lee says, “Our rates are affordable and we accept any major insurance that will reimburse acupuncture therapy. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our services or fees, please do not hesitate to give us a call. The best acupuncture care is based on a mutual understanding between the physician and patient. Location: 1835 Eastwest Pkwy., Ste. 5, Fleming Island. For holiday specials and appointments, call 904-215-6111 or visit KamLeeAcupuncture.com. See ad page 19.
he Transcendental Meditation Centers in Jacksonville and St. Augustine are offering personal instruction in the uniquely effective Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique, along with the full range of support, refresher and advanced meditation programs. both centers are staffed by certified teachers. To learn about TM, attend an introductory talk, where a certified teacher reviews the research, explains the experience of meditating and schedules personal instruction. Introductory Talks will be at 6:30 p.m., December 9, at the Beaches Public Library, and 6:30 p.m., December 11, at the Regency Square Library. The TM technique is easy, enjoyable and offers holistic benefits that are verified by research that shows it to be far more effective than other techniques for reducing anxiety. TM also increases creativity, learning ability and mental focus. TM is the only meditation technique recommended by the American Heart Association for lowering blood pressure. Contact the Jacksonville TM Center at Jacksonville@TM.org or(904-375-9517 to register for one of the talks or to schedule a talk at another time. In St. Augustine, contact the TM Center at StAugustine@TM.org, or 904-826-3838 to schedule a talk. see ad page 11.
Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk
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mnisara Labyrinth & Gardens is hosting a group labyrinth walk to welcome the winter season from 5 to 7 p.m., December 20. Found in many different countries and cultures, labyrinths have been created for centuries. Unlike a maze, with false turns and dead ends, a labyrinth is a pattern that contains a single pathway that turns back on itself at least once before leading to the center. The reasons for the use of the labyrinth in times past are elusive, but today’s applications are geared toward the health of the mind, spirit and body; walking the labyrinth acts as a moving meditation, often relaxing, even to those that cannot sit still. Admission is free with registration at RSVP@Omnisara.com. Location: 414 Third Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach. For more information, call 904-372-9074 or visit Omnisara.com. See ad page 18.
Caroling at Ravine Gardens State Park
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he Florida Department of Environmental Protection is partnering with the Pilot Club of Palatka for the seventh annual Christmas event, Caroling the Ravines, from 5:30 to 9 p.m., December 6, at Ravine Gardens State Park. This old-fashioned holiday festival features a festive evening of visiting with Santa, twinkling lights, Christmas cheer and a holiday-themed ravine drive. Visitors can enjoy a wagon tour as they sing Christmas carols and take a stroll through formal gardens, which will be lighted with luminaries provided by the Pilot Club. The event is free with park entry and for annual park pass holders. Park entry is $5 per vehicle for two to eight people, $4 for single occupant vehicles and $2 for pedestrians and bicyclists. Location: 1600 Twigg St., Palatka, FL. For more information, call 386-329-3721 or visit FloridaStateParks.org.
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aring Palms Massage and Reiki, in Jacksonville Beach, has added Christine Neubauer and Ashlee Mojica to its staff of highly trained massage therapists. Neubauer is a nationally certified, Florida licensed massage therapist and Reiki master. Her modalities include Swedish, Hawaiian lomi lomi (Auntie Margaret’s style), deep tissue, hot stone, reflexology, neuromuscular, trigger point and sports massage. Mojica who is a Florida licensed massage therapist who graduated with a diploma in massage therapy from the Heritage Institute. Her training includes Swedish Massage, myofascial release, trigger point and neuromuscular therapy. Mojica specializes in combining these modalities during sessions to best address the needs of her clients. It is her belief that the combination of these modalities with intuitive energy work encourages the body’s natural healing process and benefits the client exponentially. Caring Palms offers female and male therapists working in a variety of styles and modalities as well as couples massage. Classes are available in Reiki, Advanced Body Mechanics for LMTs (Florida and NCBTMB CEUs available), and classes in massage meant specifically for couples. Location: 301-B 10th Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach. For more information, call 246-2206 or visit CaringPalms.com. See ad page 15.
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Yoga Pops Up in Unexpected Places
Dancing Defies Dementia
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local DJ will spin oldies and dance tunes and hand out door prizes at Dancing Defies Dementia, an alcoholfree dance party for boomers and seniors of all ages from 7 to 9 p.m., December 12, at the Willie Galimore Center, in St Augustine. The event is sponsored by the Onto the Next Institute, Inc., a nonprofit initiative with a mission is to increase holistic wellness while minimizing the risks of dementia and Alzheimer’s. A 21-year study at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in New York City, found that almost none of the typical physical activities appeared to offer any protection against dementia except frequent dancing. A new book and CD, Transforming Your Aging Brain (TransformingYourAgingBrain.com), is also available. Cost is $7 or two for $10. Under 12 dance for free. Location: 399 Riberia St., St. Augustine. For more information, call the Onto The Next Institute, Inc., at 904-436-5265 or email WillStoler@ gmail.com.
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uerilla yoga is a practice of rolling out the mat in unexpected public locations at unexpected times. Guerilla Yoga Jax (GYJ) is a free gathering of yogis, friends, healers, hippies and peace-loving people that have been posing all over our river city, including recently at the Annabelle Lee riverboat, docked on Water Street downtown. Donations were encouraged and all proceeds went to the nonprofit St. Johns Riverkeeper. Music was provided by Dennis and Kathy Lang, who played elegant, melodic guitar and five harmonic crystal bowls, further elevating consciousness with beautiful sounds. The yoga session was lead by Melissa Hirschman, with six helpers from yoga studios around the city. Hirschman is an ambassador for Lululemon Athletica Yoga who supports GYJ with yoga mats and KCJ Szwedzinski, one of the founders, works at the St. Johns Town Center store. Delicious vegetarian snacks were provided by Native Sun below deck afterwards. It was a beautiful, cool night as the group enjoyed the sunset over the water and moved together. Hirschman and Szwedzinski founded GYJ in 2013 with a mission to take yoga out of the studio and share the practice with the world. Kali Padget, one of the helper teachers from Bliss Yoga, who has a healing touch and is a registered nurse, said these guerrilla yoga events are “like a call to arms, bringing yogis together, and we just go with the flow.” Pam Sorenson teaches at Bliss and Epping Forest yoga studios and has been practicing for eight years, said she thinks they’ve been creating guerrilla yoga events for three years. Shri Hamilton-Hubbard was there with other teachers to help the participants form the right postures. It was probably a good thing the boat was not seaworthy that night, because the gentle rocking of the boat dockside was enough to topple the balance of a few poses. Lisa Rinaman, a St. Johns Riverkeeper said, “The yoga practice on the river was a blessing to the river as we send love to the St. Johns River. Healthy, clean water is the life blood of the St. Johns River, adjacent waterways and life forms. The integrity and ecological health of the St. Johns River system is threatened by eutrophication, fecal coliform bacteria, water withdrawals, construction site (sedimentation) runoff, habitat loss, wetland impacts, pollutants and more. We celebrate the river and need to come up with better solutions.” St. Johns Riverkeeper takes no government money and uses a foundation of science to give the river a voice. They go where ever the 310-mile-long river needs help. For more information, visit stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
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Prana Yoga Offers Hot Yoga
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rana Yoga is a new yoga studio located in the Toys R Us center at 1980 Wells Road, in Orange Park. Owner Sergio Gonzales discovered the wonderful stressrelieving elements of yoga while serving in the military on 2009. Previously a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner from since 2003, he noticed that hot yoga augmented his martial arts training. Due to wear and tear on his body during Army training and real-world operations, Gonzales had surgery on his cervical neck and toe surgery on both feet. Hotot yoga provided healing effects for his mind, body and spirit before and after the surgery. He felt that he had received so much benefit from this practice that he made it his mission to become certified just so that he could help others to improve their health. Prana Yoga offers a mixture of 60 to 90 minute classes. Hot yoga classes teach 26 postures developed by Bikram Choudhury. Practiced in a 105-degree heated room, this warmth allows for deeper stretching and movement of ligaments, joints and muscles, facilitating the release of toxins. The studio also offers classes in hot and regular hatha yoga. Gonzales says, “Our commitment is to provide different forms of yoga tailored to specific individual needs.” Yoga benefits the immune system, improves posture and spinal alignment, strengthens joints, eases back pain and tones muscles. It builds strength, stamina and flexibility, while relieving tension and stress. “Much of our yoga is designed to focus on the spine, as through our breath we begin to connect the mind with the body,” he notes. “Everything we do in our daily life connects to our ability to move our spine. Daily routines can create tension in our spine and muscles surrounding it. In time, our spine begins to weaken creating negative effects on body and mind. Focusing on strengthening our spine helps us connect back into our bodies, helping to create a happier life!” Every month, Prana Yoga offers wellness classes to assist clients on the path to wholeness and is holding an open house from 9 to 4 p.m., December 20. For more information, call 904 579-4087 or visit PranaYogaOrangePark.com.
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Calcium Supplements Raise Risk of Brain Lesions
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Duke University study published in the British Journal of Nutrition this summer found that calcium supplements taken by elderly persons may increase the risk of brain lesions that are identified as hyperintensities on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain scans. The researchers studied 227 adults over the age of 60. The patients were assessed for supplemental calcium intake and received brain scans via MRI. Those taking calcium supplements had more lesions of a volume typically associated with hypertension. They noted no dose-dependent relationship between lesion size and the amount of calcium being supplemented. The scientists commented that other studies have found calcium supplementation also associated with greater risk of artery disease. Hyperintensities are observed in normal aging, plus several neurological, psychiatric and autoimmune disorders that affect the brain. They constitute damage to brain tissue caused by restricted blood flow and have been linked to mild cognitive deficits and disturbances.
Knotweed and Hawthorn Outperform Lovastatin in Trial
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hinese researchers recently discovered that two herbal extracts may treat atherosclerosis, the hardening of the arteries, as well as or more effectively than the pharmaceutical drug Lovastatin. Sixty-four patients with atherosclerosis of the carotid artery were studied. For six months, half the patients received 20 milligrams of Lovastatin per day, while the other half took an herbal extract combination of Japanese knotweed and hawthorn. After six months, tests showed artery plaque thickness and inflammation were significantly lessened among both groups. However, the herbal extract-treated group showed a greater reduction of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) levels, a marker of risk for cardiovascular disease. Relatively high levels of hs-CRP in otherwise healthy individuals are predictive of heart health crises even when cholesterol levels are within an acceptable range. People with lower values have less of a risk.
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CELL PHONES AND ROUTER MICROWAVES STRESS PLANTS
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vidence of the effects of wireless technologies on human health continues to be controversial, with agreement on results remaining elusive. Now a new study published in the Journal of Plant Physiology found that humangenerated microwave pollution can potentially be stressful to plants. Researchers from Romania’s Estonian University of Life Sciences tested three common garden plants—parsley, celery and dill weed. They exposed each to the types of microwave radiation equivalent to those produced by cell phones and wireless routers. Then these radiation-exposed plants were compared with identical plants not exposed to the radiation. The scientists noted that the irradiated plants had thinner cell walls; smaller chloroplasts (cellular sites of photosynthesis); smaller cell mitochondria (centers of energy production); and greater emission of volatile compounds, particularly monoterpenes and green leaf volatiles, which are protective, life-promoting components of the plants’ essential oils. The effects were stronger for the type of radiation produced by wireless routers. While essential oil production overall was increased by the frequency of the microwaves produced by cell phones, it was decreased by the frequency emitted by the routers.
Hospice Care Adds Months for Cancer Patients
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esearchers from Houston’s MD Anderson Cancer Center determined that hospice care significantly increases survival rates among patients with metastatic (stage IV) melanoma, a difficult-to-treat form of cancer that occurs when melanoma cells have spread through the lymph nodes to other parts of the body. The study’s authors followed 862 metastatic melanoma cancer patients. Of these, 523 patients received one to three days of hospice care, 114 patients received four or more days and 225 people received no hospice care through their survival period. Those that received four or more days had an average survival period, which typically dates from the original diagnosis, of 10.2 months, while those that received none averaged 6.1 months. In addition, the end-of-life hospital costs for those receiving the most hospice visits were nearly half of what was incurred by patients not receiving hospice attention.
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Mistletoe Extract Benefits Pancreatic Cancer Patients
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Bye-Bye Birdie
230 Avian Species on the National Watch List Scientists from 23 organizations, including the federal government, universities and conservation groups, have spent years on the State of the Birds Study, looking at 230 species of birds from different habitats compiling its watch list. Peter Marra, a migratory bird specialist at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Zoo, in Washington, D.C., attributes the population drops of the birds in the most trouble to disappearing habitat or reduced range. Some coastal birds are doing better, and previously endangered wetland birds are recovering due to laws that are protecting them. Marra says, “These populations come back when we create the habitat. The report emphasizes that it’s better to focus on birds that aren’t yet in decline and keep them that way.” Ken Rosenberg, a bird biologist at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, in Ithaca, New York, and an author of the report, says that hunters, as well as conservationists, deserve credit for preserving ducks. He acknowledges, “We’ve put a tremendous amount of resources and money into wetland and waterfowl conservation because of the hunters that contribute financially.” But lots of songbirds are in trouble, and Florida, where bird habitat is disappearing fast, is a crucial stopover for migrating birds. It’s the kind of place that birds both common and endangered urgently need to survive. Source: National Public Radio
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Status of Religious Diversity in the U.S. The United States is often described as a religiously free and diverse country, but a new Pew Research Center study reveals that 95 percent of the populace identifies itself as either Christian or unaffiliated (atheist, agnostic or having no particular religion). This ranks the U.S. 68 out of 232 countries and territories in the Pew Religious Diversity Index. Singapore is the world’s most religiously diverse country, followed by Taiwan and Vietnam. The study treats Christian denominations as members of the same religion, which if counted separately, would increase the ranking. But Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Judaism all have internal diversity, as well, and are considered as single religions in the study. There’s an important distinction between religious diversity and religious freedom, which the report does not measure. The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to free exercise of religion, which is not always the case in other countries. Source: PewResearch.org 16
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Youth Activists
World Peace Caravan to Travel in the Middle East in 2015 The World Peace Caravan, founded by the nonprofit D. Gary Young Foundation, is a global peace movement scheduled to conduct a 12-day camel caravan from Petra, Jordan, to Jerusalem, Israel, from December 15 to 26, 2015. It will be spearheaded by a delegation of 12 youth ambassadors, ages 16 to 24, selected from a worldwide pool of candidates. Their goal is to foster an online youth community to provide young people everywhere a platform to share ideas, voice opinions and educate and learn from their peers. The youths intend to collaborate on solutions-centered projects to help eradicate poverty and hunger, ensure environmental sustainability and attain healthy lives for all. Inspired by a recurring vision, D. Gary Young, CEO of Young Living Essential Oils, chose the ancient Frankincense Trail upon which the Queen of Sheba once journeyed to bring peace offerings to King Solomon. This modern-day journey for peace invites people of all cultures, faiths and backgrounds to retrace the steps of that pioneering peace movement, culminating in a blockbuster World Peace Caravan Concert for Peace in Jerusalem. For more information, visit WorldPeaceCaravan.org.
Planet Power
Scientists May Harvest Energy from Earth’s Infrared Emissions Physicists at the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) are developing a device described in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences that would harvest energy from Earth’s infrared emissions into outer space. The power is modest, but tangible. Steven J. Byrnes, a postdoctoral fellow at SEAS, points out, “The device could be coupled with a solar cell, for example, to obtain extra power at night without extra installation costs.” Heated by the sun, our planet is very warm compared to the frigid depths of space. Thanks to recent technological advances such as plasmonics and nanofabrication, and new materials like graphene, the researchers say this heat imbalance could soon be transformed into direct current (DC) power, taking advantage of an untapped, virtually limitless energy source. Source: ScienceDaily.com
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Don’t Be So Quick to Bash the Rich A survey at social research site Queendom.com reveals that stereotypes of the richest class of society as being uniformly selfish individuals are not entirely accurate. It seems that having money does not necessarily mean that a person has an overactive ego. Actor Will Smith, with an estimated net worth of $200 million, observes, “Money and success don’t change people; they merely amplify what is already there.” Queendom data shows a difference of only a few percentage points between respondents of varying income levels in matters of altruism such as doing and returning favors, putting themselves in others’ shoes, sympathy and empathy. The area where those in a higher socioeconomic status rank at the top is in charitable contributions. Ilona Jerabek, president of parent company PsychTests AIM, says, “Our personality impacts every aspect of our life—the choices we make, the people we surround ourselves with, the career we pursue, the way we respond to life experiences, the way we manage our finances and whether or not we share our good fortune.” Take the survey at Tinyurl.com/AltruismTest.
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Recognizing Restaurants that Support the Homeless Food Recovery Certified is a new program that rewards restaurants that donate their extra food to those in need with a sticker on their front door. It’s a project of The Food Recovery Network, a national system of college students that takes cafeteria leftovers to homeless people. Founder Ben Simon started the group in 2011 at the University of Maryland, and the network has saved more than 320,000 pounds of food from the dump in its first three years. If a restaurant donates unsold food to the hungry at least once a month, it can apply for the certification. Then Food Recovery Certified verifies with local nonprofits that the donations actually occur before awarding its approval. Simon states, “Every food business should be donating its extra food.”
Bamboo Bamboozle ‘Green’ Clothing Made with Toxic Chemicals
Bamboo is rapidly renewable and requires few pesticides to grow. However, bamboo fabric manufacturing is a chemically intensive process that doesn’t provide clear and legitimate product labeling. Misleadingly using the terms eco-friendly and green becomes greenwashing when applied to items such as bamboo clothing. As the Fair Trade Commission describes the overall process, “Most bamboo textile products, if not all, are actually rayon, which typically is made using environmentally toxic chemicals. While different plants, including bamboo, can be used as a source material to create rayon, there’s no trace of the original plant in the finished rayon product.” This example points out the public vigilance required to secure more sustainable, environmentally friendly products. Third-party verification of all claims is recommended. Products made of the bamboo stalk itself, such as poles for furniture or planks for flooring, remain true to their naturally sustainable source. Source: Tinyurl.com/Organic BambooFraud
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From December 14 through January 5, citizen scientists of all ages will participate in the National Audubon Society’s Christmas Bird Count (Tinyurl.com/AudubonChristmas Count), the country’s longest-running wildlife census. Audubon and other organizations use the data collected by volunteers to monitor population trends and guide conservation efforts. Whether or not families plan to help Audubon volunteers keep track of feathered visitors, they might consider providing backyard birds with gifts of food during the winter, when natural food sources can be scarce. Adorning outdoor trees with edible decorations can also help brighten landscapes, reduce kitchen scraps, creatively involve children in nature and make yards more bird-friendly. Salvage citrus rinds for feeders. Poke holes along the edge of hollowed halves of grapefruit and orange peels and run twine through them so they can hang from a branch. Fill with bird seed or suet. Create ornaments from bread heels or stale loaves. After cutting out shapes with a cookie cutter, spread them with unsalted nut butter and cover with birdseed. Bagels, rice cakes and pinecones can be frosted and sprinkled in the same way. Avoid using anything moldy. For more colorful ornaments, hang orange and apple slices. Drape edible garland around tree branches. Thread unsalted popcorn (stale popcorn strings more easily), fresh cranberries, citrus slices, unshelled peanuts, dried apples or grapes into a garland. Use natural string, wool or raffia for hanging decorations. Wild Birds Unlimited suggests selecting these materials so they can be used by birds as nesting materials in the spring. Collect seed heads and berries to tuck among the branches. According to the National Wildlife Federation, good food sources include seed heads from flowers such as goldenrod, sunflower, coneflower, sumac and mullein; seed heads from grasses such as millet, wheat, foxtail and switchgrass; and berries on sprigs of holly, juniper, cedar, hawthorn and mountain ash. Make sure decorations are hung on a tree or shrub near a window so the whole family can enjoy watching the wildlife they attract. Contributing source: The Humane Society
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Sacred Activism Love in Action Can Change the World by Judith Fertig
the Santuario de Guadalupe, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, that’s also reflected in his book, The Hope: A Guide to Sacred Activism. Born in India, educated at England’s Oxford University and in the religious traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism and Christianity, he now resides in Melbourne, Arkansas, where he’s founder and director of the Institute for Sacred Activism. The goal of his international travel is to bring concerned people together to proactively face global crises. Says Harvey, “Sacred activism is a fusion of two of the most powerful fires of the human psyche—the mystic’s passion for God and the activist’s passion for justice.”
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“Sacred activism is the fusion of the mystic’s passion for God with the activist’s passion for justice, creating the burning sacred heart that longs to help, preserve and nurture every living thing.” ~ Andrew Harvey
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he butterfly, a universal symbol of transformation, reminds us that becoming our best selves is an ongoing process. Yet these delicate, fluttering creatures are suffering a decline, especially the vivid orange and black monarch butterflies that depend on milkweed flowers for sustenance during their migration to and from Mexico and Canada. “When I heard about the monarch butterfly crisis, I also noticed that I had milkweed vines all along my back fence,” says Karen Adler, a Kansas City, Missouri, gardener. “In years past, I 20
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would have pulled them out because they can strangle other plants. But I talked it over with my neighbor and we agreed to let them grow. This year, we had more monarchs than ever.” These two women might not realize it, but they had engaged in spiritual activism. They became aware of a problem, approached it with compassion, learned about the issue, realized life’s interdependence and committed themselves to positive action for a result that is good for all. It’s a process that Andrew Harvey first described in a 2005 talk he gave at
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The Awakening – Progressing from concerned citizen to spiritual activist is a gradual process. It may begin with an issue to which one feels called. “Our life in the world is a continual call and response,” observes Kabir Helminski, of Santa Cruz, California. He authors and translates books on the Muslim Sufi tradition, which tends to have an open relationship with other religions, and is a core faculty member of the Spiritual Paths Institute, which encourages seekers to find the sacred traditions that speak to them. “Sometimes events are a waking dream calling for interpretation, and sometimes the heart is directly addressed from within,” says Helminski. Compassion – Once an event moves us, prayer can be a pathway that opens our hearts to compassion, according to Jagadish Dass, of Granada Hills, California. The healer and teacher wrote The Prayer Project: The 3-Minute, 3 Times a Day Solution for World Change, which encourages involvement with something bigger than ourselves. Dass maintains that praying for three minutes, three times a day, will help us transmute into expressing a quiet power. “As we take responsibility for our lives, a transformation occurs within,” he says. We begin to inspire others to also take up the cause of working for change and bringing more peace, joy and love to the world. Likewise, Harvey urges each of
“When you put spirit and activism together, you realize that all actions are connected to spirit. It makes you think about your duty in every instance—from how you treat people throughout your day to how you treat the environment. It becomes a satisfying way of living.” ~ Carla Goldstein us to make a real commitment to daily spiritual practice on the road to spiritual activism. He suggests, “Start with a short prayer that aligns you with the pure deep love that is longing to use you as its instrument in the world.” Options include prayers from many of the world’s spiritual traditions shared in Dass’ book; a free download is provided at StewardshipOfTheSoul.com. Interconnectedness – Just as everything in the universe is connected by the simple act of being, like-minded people can connect to do good in the world. Sacred activists pursuing their own spiritual paths need to work with others, according to Harvey. “They form empowering and encouraging networks of grace—beings of like heart, brought together by passion, skill and serendipity to pool energies, triumphs, griefs, hopes and resources of all kinds. When people of like mind and heart gather together, sometimes miraculously powerful synergy can result.” Harvey has found that groups of six to 12 people become the most efficient and productive, whether joined together through a profession (such as physicians on medical missions), a passion for animal rights or the environment, or a strong sense of social justice. Knowledge – Knowledge, both inward- and outward-seeking, is another key to doing good for all. Carla Goldstein, JD, chief external affairs officer at the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies,
in Rhinebeck, New York, and cofounder of its Women’s Leadership Center, used her interest in women’s empowerment issues as a springboard to spiritual activism. “For the first 20 years of my professional life, I focused on public policy and politics,” she says. “But something was missing in the rhetoric of taking care of each other.” Practicing yoga and meditation and receiving support during a personal health crisis prompted what she terms “an awakening understanding of a gap between personal change and systems change.” Goldstein came to question her own “rugged individualism” versus the interconnectedness she felt when people took care of her. “Can we actually move towards integrating these two ideals?” she asked herself. Knowledge about issues is readily available from experts and organizations that experts recommend; she observes, “The big question is: What is needed for us to be of help?” Sometimes listening and understanding can be powerful. Under the auspices of the Omega Women’s Leadership Center, Goldstein invited women on both sides of the reproductive rights issue to meet in 2005. They had been part of the Public Conversations Project in the Boston suburb of Watertown, Massachusetts, begun after medical staff members were killed and wounded at an area women’s health clinic providing abortions in 1994.
“Women from the divided community initially came together to tell their stories,” Goldstein relates. “Over time, they developed a deep love for each other. Nobody changed their positions, but they did change how they interacted with one another.” They experienced a shift from emotional and verbal turbulence to, if not agreement, feelings of peace and understanding. Since then, the project has grown to facilitate such conversations in 38 states and 15 countries (PublicConversations.org). Positive Action – While many thorny issues take long-term, dedicated efforts to be resolved, others only need smaller individual or collaborative actions for positive outcomes. For Mark Nepo, a New York City poet, philosopher and author of the New York Times bestseller, The Book of Awakening, kindness is the force behind positive action, no matter how modest at first. “Kindness reveals kinship. It gives us connection to everything greater than us and everything else that is kind in the universe,” he says. “I think it’s powerfully effective, yet it’s such a small thing.” Nepo is active in Bread for the Journey, an international nonprofit that encourages community grassroots philanthropic projects that generate micro-grants. One involved a small town in northern New Mexico that sought to improve the lives of local teenagers when the town’s elders wanted to open a youth center as a positive alternative to the drug scene. Just before the center was scheduled to open, the project ran out of money for required floodlights, so Bread for the Journey funded them and the center opened. “Within a few years, the whole culture shifted,” reports Nepo. This small contribution made a big difference to the whole community. Once awakened and nurtured, spiritual activism can become an omnipresent part of our lives. Says Goldstein, “When you put spirit and activism together, you realize that all actions are connected to spirit. It makes you think about your duty in every instance—from how you treat people throughout your day to how you treat the environment. It becomes a satisfying way of living.” Judith Fertig is a freelance writer from Overland Park, KS.
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olunteering provides rewarding satisfaction and progress for adults and children alike. Seniors stay involved and parents work alongside kids to experience the value of helping others. Local places of worship often maintain a list of opportunities to serve a community through helping and healing ministries and special projects. The Red Cross is best known for supplying aid in emergency situations, but many needs are year-round (RedCross.org). A call to city hall can steer willing participants to the right local organization. Here are other examples from around the country and nearby to spark loveinspired ideas.
meditation or restorative yoga, work the front desk, read to preschoolers and do fundraising.
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Meals on Wheels does much more than deliver lunches to those in need (mowaa.org). In Austin, Texas, the Healthy Options Program for the Elderly program brings a bag of groceries monthly to clients most nutritionally at risk, plus Groceries to Go volunteers shop for or with clients every two weeks. Minor safety-related home repairs are provided through the Handy Wheels project. In Seattle, community helpers paint classrooms, install new playground equipment and donate books and supplies at the city’s public schools. Berkley, California, YMCA volunteers teach classes like mindful www.najax.com
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Homeless dogs in shelters learn leash manners while participating in the Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound program at South Carolina’s Aiken County Animal Shelter. Leashes and treats are supplied to encourage volunteers to walk dogs at least once a week. It’s healthy exercise for both dogs and humans. To calculate the calorie burn, visit Tinyurl. com/WalkOffCalories. Shelter cats need socialization, too. Visits that include playtime and gentle petting make them more adoptable.
New York Cares has family projects available with no minimum age requirement (NYCares.org). Either on an ongoing or a one-day basis, volunteers improve parks, plant community gardens and refresh public spaces. Trails require refurbishing after bad weather. Streams and waterways need a good cleanup after floods. Check with the park ranger for more information. With a little research, volunteers can find the right activity, whatever their location, interest, age or abilities. Another good place to start is VolunteerMatch. org, which is easy to search by zip code and personal interests. A perfect opportunity to help others awaits.
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Can-Do Kids Changing Our World at Any Age by Ellen Sabin
This article is written especially for young readers eager to embrace the true spirit of the holiday season. Sharing it with them can help cultivate a lifelong practice of giving.
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ave you ever seen someone do something that changed a situation from bad to good? Maybe your parents helped someone whose car broke down, or a teacher spent extra time after class helping you with schoolwork. No matter your age, where you live or what you own, you have the
n It’s nice to help strangers, but you can also do little things close to home that’ll make life easier and better for your family. You can call your grandma to say hello, help your mom or dad with the dishes or play a favorite game with your little sister or brother. n You can also use your own special talents to help others. If you are a good cook, bake a healthy holiday treat to bring to someone that is feeling sick. You can read out loud a story to a younger child. If you’re strong and have lots of energy, you can help your neighbor take out the trash or do other household chores.
power to do good, too. What you do can make other people happy and make the world a better place. Here are some ideas to help you figure out how. n A good place to start is to think about what’s important to you. This will help you find a way of giving back that you’ll enjoy and want to do again and again. For example, if you love taking care of animals, offer to walk an elderly person’s dog for them. If you get sad when you think about someone being lonely, visit a neighbor that lives alone
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Whether it’s time, love or things, the people around us give to us all the time. Sometimes we don’t stop to think about what people do for us, so we forget to say, “Thank you.” Appreciating what people give us is just as important as giving to others. Here are some questions to ask yourself. After you have answered each question, think about what you can do to thank people for their kindness. Who shared with you? What did they share? Who taught you something? What did they teach you? Who showed you love? How did they show you love? Who made you happy? How did they make you happy? Source: Adapted excerpt from The Giving Book: Open the Door to a Lifetime of Giving by Ellen Sabin.
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hile some people find repetitious workouts boring, others like doing predictable routines at regular locations. Ensuring that our fitness regimen jives with our “fitness personality” is integral to making exercise a consistent part of our lifestyle, a concept that has traction among exercise experts. Jonathan Niednagel, founder and director of The Brain Type Institute, in Mountain Home, Arkansas, and an athletic consultant for professional teams, explains in his book, Your Key to Sports Success, that understanding our inborn brain type can help us to determine which sport is best suited to motivate us. In Suzanne Brue’s book, The 8 Colors of Fitness, she applies principles from the Myers-Briggs personality inventory to help readers develop a personalized exercise program. Susan Davis-Ali, Ph.D., in St. Paul, Minnesota, a professional coach for working women, created a Fitness Interest Profile survey for the Life Time Fitness health club chain. She points to research that suggests people that engage in activities appropriate for their personalities enjoy their workouts more and are likely to stay with them longer. Identifying our fitness personality can help us find a program that suits our rhythms and interests. Based on composites from growing research, here are six categories that assess and capture the way we may feel about exercise; more than one can apply to any individual. Disciplined and driven. This is an image to which many of us may aspire, even though not everyone fits the mold. 26
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These exercisers are self-motivated and goal-oriented. Commitment and consistency go hand-in-hand. They like to use devices to track progress, maintain a training log and/or work with a personal trainer in systematic workouts geared to measure improvement. Disciplined types are often early risers; starting the day with regular exercise is second nature. Compatible fitness regimens include cardio workouts, interval and weight training, running, swimming and martial arts. Relishes routine. While these folks are disciplined and driven in some ways, they tend to be more relaxed about regimens. The key to success here is consistency. They like order and familiarity in exercise settings and practice and may enjoy reading or watching a screen during workouts. Whatever the preferred approach, whether it’s a favorite training video, Wii Fit video game, favorite teacher or memorized Pilates moves, these exercisers like to stick with it, even working out at the same time every day—often first thing in the morning or after work—finding that regularity can be habit-forming. Conscious contemplative. Reflective individuals enjoy quiet, solo activities like long-distance running, biking, hiking and swimming, that allow opportunities to look inward, often without thinking too much about the physical details. Exercise offers
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a chance to clear the mind and renew the spirit while strengthening the body. These types naturally gravitate to outdoor pursuits, but some indoor practices may also suit them, like yoga, Pilates, tai chi or even karate, which incorporate a strong mind-body component. Workouts are often soothing, rather than intense. Plays well with others. For many people, exercise is best enjoyed with others, combining the social and fitness benefits of both. Connections and camaraderie get them off the couch, revved up and ready to go. Whether it’s a committed group of friends chatting during water aerobics or a highpowered cardio class that compares notes, motivation comes primarily from the presence—and accountability factor—of others. A lunch-hour class at a nearby studio or gym may be a fun break in the workday. On weekends, consider golf, tennis, dance or a local recreation team. Compulsive competitor. While the communal aspect is appealing, the greater gratification for this type comes through the thrill and challenge of competition. Trying to win is the great motivator, unlike driven and disciplined types that are happy to push through to their personal best. Team sports are a natural outlet, including soccer, rugby, lacrosse, basketball or swimming, plus disc golf, tennis or racquetball matches and running events. Avid for adventure. It’s tough for any formal exercise program to keep the attention of adventurers. They crave freshness and spontaneity in fitness venues, activities that engage their interest and animate enthusiasm. It’s crucial for adventurous types to mix things up and not rely on any one exercise practice. Outdoor endeavors such as snowshoeing or cross-country skiing, inline skating or mountain biking have appeal. They may gravitate to the variables of Nia, Zumba’s high-energy Latin dance groove, kickboxing, exercise balls or hot yoga. A midday exercise escape can break the work routine. Their key to keeping active is to keep things stimulating. Wendy Worrall Redal blogs at Gaiam Life (Life.Gaiam.com), from which this was adapted.
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Tasty Rituals that Deepen the Holiday Spirit by Lane Vail
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he holiday season is ripe with an array of spiritual, cultural and family rituals. We celebrate, reflect, give gifts and, of course, feast. Fortunately, the media also teems with tips on how to avoid high-calorie holiday goodies, says Dr. Michelle May, author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat. For our diet-driven culture to resolve its struggle with food, she says we must learn to honor its intrinsic value. Ritualized eating can help; a recent study published in the journal Psychological Science found that engaging in food rituals evokes mindfulness that enhances the enjoyment of eating.
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Hunger, the body’s fuel gauge, manifests in physical symptoms like a growling stomach or low blood sugar, says May, citing a useful analogy. “You wouldn’t drive around and pull into every gas station you see; you’d check your fuel gauge first. Before filling up with food, pause and check your fuel gauge. Am I actually hungry, or is this desire coming from something else?” May suggests practicing FEASTing: First, focus on physical sensations, thoughts and emotions; perhaps we’re thirsty, rather than hungry, rationalizing that holiday foods are special, or feeling stressed or lonely. Next, explore why the feelings or thoughts are present, and 28
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then accept them without judgment. Strategize ways of satisfying the need and take a small step toward change.
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Complex preparations for a major holiday can provoke anxiety and impatience, and likewise, feelings of longing or disappointment when it’s over. Sarah Ban Breathnach, bestselling author of Simple Abundance and Peace and Plenty, recommends allowing Christmastide to unfold at its own pace and celebrating all of December with a homemade Advent calendar. Craft a tree-shaped tower of tiny boxes or a garland of burlap mini-bags clipped with clothespins. Place an almond covered in organic dark chocolate in each container and use the treat as a daily mini-meditation. “Drop into the present moment, fully savor the luxurious, small bite and experience the pleasure of eating,” suggests May. Consider it symbolic of the season’s sweetness.
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“Food connects us with one another, our heritage and our culture,” says May. Heather Evans, Ph.D., a Queen’s University professor and a holiday culinary history expert in Ontario, Canada, suggests creating a food diary of traditions to reinforce a connection with the past and support a holiday food legacy for the future. Ask grandparents about their childhood culinary memories, peruse family recipe books or discover new dishes that honor everyone’s ethnic heritage. Then create an heirloom holiday cookbook with handwritten recipes arranged alongside favorite photos and stories.
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According to pagan philosophy, sharing seasonal food with loved ones during the winter solstice on December 21 symbolizes the shared trust that warmth and sunlight will return. Eating warm foods provides physical comfort and eating seasonally and locally connects us to the Earth, observes May. Sync body and spirit with the season by stewing root vegetables, baking breads, sipping hot cider and tea, and nibbling on nuts and dried fruits. “The repetition of predictable foods is reassuring,” remarks Evans, and it celebrates nature’s transitions.
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Stir-Up Sunday is a Victorian amusement filled with fun, mystery and mindfulness, says Ban Breathnach. Some December Sunday, have each family member help stir the batter of a special Christmas cake while stating a personal new year’s intention. Drop a clean coin, bean or trinket into the mix and bake. Serve it with a sprig of holly on Christmas Day, and the person with the piece containing the lucky charm will be rewarded with a prosperous, wholesome and positive new year, according to tradition. Evans remarks, “This is a wonderful ritual for nurturing the health and spirit of the family.”
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Boxing Day offers something far more meaningful to celebrate than postholiday sales. Originating as a tradition that thrived during the 19th century,
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HEALTHY HOLIDAY TOPPER Creating a repertoire of delicious wintery foods can help evoke health, mindfulness and delight during the holiday season. Dr. Michelle May advises approaching the entire process of eating, including the menu planning, shopping and food preparation, with a spirit of mindfulness, which adds a deeper dimension of pleasure to the experience. “Cake becomes more than just cake,” she says. “It becomes something the family creates and enjoys together.” Savor these rituals and recipes with loved ones.
Memory-Making Christmas Cake
A Revitalizing Ritual for the New Year Start the new year with a tabula rasa (clean slate) by hosting a New Year’s Eve Good Riddance Tea Party. Gather family and friends over warm ginger tea, spiced apple cider, hot chocolate and festive finger foods. Guests write down on slips of paper any mistakes, disappointments, regrets, hurts or failings they wish to be forgiven or forgotten. One by one, put them into a crackling fireplace or bonfire to symbolize surrendering of the past. “This ties the heart strings in a comforting bow,” comments author Sarah Ban Breathnach. Then, inscribe fresh intentions for the year to come and tuck them away in a special place. “This is the most mystical part, because so many prayers get answered,” Ban Breathnach says. Lastly, toast the new year with optimism and joy.
This nontraditional, healthy Christmas cake is alcohol-, sugar- and gluten-free. It relies on fruit for sweetness, almond meal for moistness and vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and orange essences for a perfect mingling of flavors. Prepare the cake with the whole family as a Stir-Up Sunday ritual, and keep it tightly sealed in the refrigerator until Christmas Day. Serve in small portions at room temperature or warmed in the oven and alongside vanilla bean custard or plain yogurt swirled with orange blossom honey.
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“December 26 was a chance for landowners and homeowners to give back to household staff and local tradespeople,” says Evans. “It’s a tradition worth reviving to pause, reflect on our own good fortune and contribute to others’ comfort.” Consider serving a meal at a local soup kitchen, collecting items for a food drive or offering a box of healthy culinary treats to community stewards at a fire station, post office or library. On Christmas Day, says Ban Breathnach, “Our kids have the world lying at their feet.” Boxing Day, she says, provides a natural transition to reach out in charity.
Combine the dried fruit, spices, vanilla, orange zest and juice, olive oil and eggs. Mix in the almond flour and walnuts, then spoon the batter into the baking tin. Bake for an hour-and-a-half. Insert a skewer or toothpick to see if it comes out moist, but clean; if not, bake for up to 30 minutes more. (Cover the top if necessary to prevent over-browning.) After cooling, remove from the tin and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one month. Courtesy of Teresa Cutter, author of The 80/20 Diet and founder of TheHealthyChef.com.
Yields 20 servings 2½ cups (600 grams) mixed and chopped dried fruit (raisins, prunes, figs, apricots, currants, sultanas and/ or dates) 1 tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp nutmeg 1 tsp vanilla bean extract Zest and juice from 1 organic orange 3 Tbsp olive oil 3 organic free-range eggs 2 cups (200 gm) ground almonds (almond flour) ¼ cup (50 gm) walnuts Preheat the oven to 300° F. Line the sides and base of a 7-inch round cake tin with parchment paper. natural awakenings
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rustle around, wake you up if they have to go out and sometimes go to the bathroom in the bed if you don’t wake up.”
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here was a time Staying in close successfully curbed their when Eliska, a pet’s protests by simply contact makes it spraying Eliska with a three-pound Prague ratter, would curl up and easier to pick up misting bottle every time sleep next to owner Krista she acted up. After two fleas, ticks or skin nights of this routine, the DeAngelis, and most of the time, she and the mites a pet may pocket-sized pooch was dog enjoyed a peaceful fully trained to sleep by carry, and can night’s slumber. herself in another room. Then DeAngelis worsen allergies. “I originally thought married, and her husletting my dog sleep in band banned the dog my bed was a good idea,” ~ Roger Valentine, from the bed for fear of says DeAngelis, a comholistic veterinarian munications director at unintentionally squashing Eliska in his sleep. After enduring a Westminster College. “But I realized few sleepless nights of canine whining that they can keep you up when they and barking, the Salt Lake City couple
“Having your pet sleep in the bed with you is a personal choice,” says holistic Veterinarian Patrick Mahaney, of California Pet Acupuncture & Wellness, in West Hollywood. By discouraging this behavior, “Your pet will be less likely to confuse your bed with theirs, and therefore prevent potential territoryrelated problems.” By failing to discourage it, “You not only face the possibility of behavioral problems, you could also face adverse effects to your own sleep and health,” he notes. According to results published in a survey of 300 sleep disorder patients conducted by Dr. John Shepard, then medical director of the Mayo Clinic Sleep Disorders Center, in Rochester, Minnesota, nearly 60 percent of the pet owners in the study slept with their pets inside the bedroom. Twenty-two percent of the patients were likely to have pets sleeping on the bed with them. Plus, 53 percent said their sleep was disrupted to some extent every night. Twenty-one percent and 7 percent of their dogs and cats, respectively, snored. Yet, a British study of 420 UK cat owners conducted by the nonprofit Cats Protection revealed that 44 percent of respondents (including 51 percent of women polled) said they enjoyed a better night’s sleep with a cat in bed with them than with a human companion. Benefits listed included an absence of snoring, more space on the bed and soothing purrs. “The advantages of letting your pet share your bed include companionship,
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To break a pet of a bed-sleeping habit, Mahaney recommends applying persistence, consistency and the following tips: n Establish a separate area or bed for the pet to sleep. A cat or dog bed can be as simple as a clean, soft blanket placed nearby.
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n Immediately address any territorial aggression when co-sleeping with a pet, such as growling or nipping. First, authoritatively say, “No!” Then put the pet on the floor or into its own bed and give the command to sit and stay. n If problematic behavior persists, seek consultation with a veterinary behavior specialist.
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If a family member decides to share a bed with a pet, Mahaney offers the following recommendations: n Let it sleep on top of the covers, instead of under them. n Be aware of the need to remove environmental debris, including fecal material, on its coat before bedtime.
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n Give the dog an opportunity to void itself within a reasonable timeframe before going to sleep. A typical healthy dog should not have to get up in the middle of the night to urinate or defecate. n Allow a cat the opportunity to exit the bedroom throughout the night to play, eat, drink and use the litter box. Cats are nocturnal animals and are more likely to be active during lights out. Erik J. Martin regularly contributes to WebVet.com, from which this was adapted. natural awakenings
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Holiday Potluck, Celebrate the Season. – RSVP with dish to share. Persephone Healing Arts Center, Holistic and Internal Medicine, 485 Sixth Ave N, Jacksonville Bch. RSVP: 904-246-3583. DrPautz. com.
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Transcendental Meditation - 6:30 PM. Learn TM technique, a uniquely simple, natural, effortless procedure scientifically proven to reduce stress, maximize mental clarity and improve health. Introductory Talk provides information needed to make an informed decision about learning the TM technique.. Lasts 90 minutes. Free to public. Beaches Public Library, conference room, 600 3rd St, Neptune Beach, FL 32266. To Register (904) 375-9517. Jacksonville@TM.org.
The MELT Method: The Basics and Beyond with Amba Greene – 1-4 p.m. Learn basic techniques, intermediate moves and an introduction to MELT Strength. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-824-7454. DiscoveryYoga.com.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5 Couples Weekend Getaway & Workshop – 7:00pm – Sun 2pm. Join Richard & Diana Daffner, authors of “Tantric Sex for Busy Couples,” for a romantic beach getaway. Bring greater joy, intimacy and passion to your relationship. Celebrate your love. Connect with your beloved on a soul level. $695/couple. Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, FL. More info, other dates & locations, brochure. 941-349-6804, www.IntimacyRetreats.com.
Free Friday at Kam Lee Center – 11:30 til Noon. This month’s topic is : “The Oriental Secret to Eating Healthy” This class will educate you on the best way to keep your digestive system in check, while maintaining your weight during the holidays. Please Join us! call us at 904-2156111. www.kamleeacupuncture.com.
Twin Hearts Meditation with Falguni Shah – 6pm. This meditation was developed by Master Choa Kok Sui and is an advanced meditation technique aimed at achieving illumination or universal consciousness. Seventh Wonder Day Spa is very proud to offer this free service to bring a more positive awareness and harmony to the community. 5393 Roosevelt Blvd. Ste. 4, Jacksonville, FL 32210, (904)381-8686.
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“Healing event” – 1 to 3pm. Practitioners will be practicing Energy Healing on customers. Love offerings (this event is the first Saturday of every month.) Spiritual Uplifts 3491 Pall Mall Dr. Jacksonville Florida 904-292-4555 The cost $5.00 love offering.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11 Transcendental Meditation - 6:30 PM. Learn TM technique, a uniquely simple, natural, effortless procedure scientifically proven to reduce stress, maximize mental clarity and improve health. Introductory Talk provides information needed to make
Mark the Date ***SPECIAL EVENT!*** SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10 “How to Learn From Your Past Lives” – 7pm Discussion on Spiritual Wisdom on Karma and Reincarnation. FREE CD and BOOK. All are welcome! Pablo Creek Library 13295 Beach Blvd. 32246 . 904-725-7760. Meetup.com/ Jacksonville-Florida-Eckankar.
Learn Protection and How to Cleanse Your Home – 2-4pm Often there are situations within houses that make it difficult for us to live in them. I will teach cleansing rituals that can influence energies and encourage positive surroundings. The cost $15.00 Spiritual Uplifts 3491 Pall Mall Dr. Jacksonville Florida 904-292-4555
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14 Community HU Song: Let Go and Let GodChant HU! – 11-11:30am. Learn how to sing HU and tap into your potential for greater happiness, love, and understanding. Followed by light refreshments. All are welcome and free HU CDs and Spiritual Guidebook available. Jacksonville Eckankar Center, 6636 Arlington Rd. 904-725-7760. Meetup. com/Jacksonville-Florida-Eckankar. Melt Into Yoga and Meditation with Amba Greene – 9 a.m. – 12 noon. A continuation of Saturday’s program with yoga postures as assessments and expansion into meditation. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-824-7454. DiscoveryYoga.com.
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Lecture on Anthroposophy - 8-9:30 pm. Speaker: Howard Pautz. There is a fee per attending adult. Place: Persephone Healing Arts Center, Holistic and Internal Medicine, 485 Sixth Ave N, Jacksonville Bch. RSVP or for more questions, please call 904246-3583. DrPautz.com.
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SAVE THE DATE FRIDAY, JANUARY 2 New Year Meditation Retreat – 1/2-4: Fri-7-9pm, Sat-Sun 7am-6pm. Join Christopher Baxter in meditation practices that provide powerful, easily accessible methods to release suffering and awaken joy, compassion and kindness for the New Year. Retreat includes asana practice. Housing on site. Discovery Yoga, 3 Davis St, Saint Augustine. 904-824-7454. DiscoveryYoga.com.
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SUNDAY Lessons In Truth – 10:30am. Lessons in Truth lecture. Love offering. The Church of Cosmic Truth, 1637 Hamilton St, Jacksonville. 904-384-7268. TheCosmicChurchOfTruth.net. Center for Spiritual Living Jacksonville– 10:30am. November Theme: Be Transformed by the Renewing of Your Mind.Center for Spiritual Living Jacksonville, Sheraton Hotel, 10605 Deerwood Park Blvd. 904-513-2017. CSLJax.org FREE Community Yoga – 11am-12:30pm. (Donations appreciated.) Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-824-7454. DiscoveryYoga. com. Unity Church for Creative Living Sunday Service – 10:30am. With Rev Mona Krane. A positive path to realize divine potential. 2777 Race Track Rd, St Johns. 904-287-1505. UnityInJax.com. Youth Ministry – 10:30am. Classes for all ages. Unity Church for Creative Living, 2777 Race Track Rd, St Johns. 904-287-1505. UnityInJax.com. Mind Body Yoga –10:45am. With Analise. Yoga Den, 2929 Plummer Cove Rd, Jacksonville. 904268-8330. Yoga-Den.com. All levels 90 min Hot Yoga – 4-530 pm. ($5 afternoon class) Prana Yoga, 1980 Wells Rd, Orange Park. 904-579-4087. Pranayogaorangepark.com
MONDAY Insight Meditation – 6:45-7:30am. Join us with Jonathan Hunt of Just Sit Jacksonville. Love offering. Sanctuary of Unity Church of Jacksonville, 634 Lomax St, Riverside. 904-355-5100. UnityJax.org. Beginners Hatha Yoga – 730-845 am. Prana Yoga, 1980 Wells Rd, Orange Park. 904-579-4087. Pranayogaorangepark.com Bokwa – 8-8:45am. A cardio walking workout, great for beginners. Ladies only. $10/class. inShape Ladies Fitness, 9425 Craven Rd, Jacksonville. 904367-5003. Mommy ‘n’ Me Pilates – 9am. Call to register. Arch Pilates and Physical Therapy, 3491 Pall Mall Rd, Ste 102, Jacksonville. 904-860-5392. ArchPilates.com. Yin Yoga – 9-10:30am. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-824-7454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Bendy Bodies – 10am. Yoga/pilates for kids. Call to register. Arch Pilates and Physical Therapy, 3491 Pall Mall Rd, Ste 102, Jacksonville. 904-860-5392. ArchPilates.com. Qigong for Health – 4:45-5:45pm. Relieve arthritis, anxiety and stress symptoms. Free trial. Kam Lee’s TKA, 1835-5 E W Pkwy, Fleming Island. 904-2156111. TaijiKungFuAcademy.com. Vinyasa Flow – 5:30-7pm. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-824-7454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Yoga – 5:45-6:45pm. Gentle Level I with Beth
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TUESDAY Sun Power Yoga – 7:30am. With Sandra. Yoga Den, 2929 Plummer Cove Rd, Jacksonville. 904268-8330. Yoga-Den.com. Kripalu Yoga Basic Practice – 9-10:30am. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-824-7454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Prayer and Meditation Service – 10:30-11am. Guided and interactive prayer and meditation. Prayer requests encouraged. Unity Church of Jacksonville, Peace Prayer Chapel, 634 Lomax St, Riverside. 904-355-5100. UnityJax.org. Increase your body’s natural strength – 4-5pm. Traditional Tai Chi, at Kam Lee Center, Fleming Island. Ph: 904-215-6111. www.tkakungfu.com Chen Style QiGong 4- 5 pm. with 13th Generation Instructor at Kam Lee Center, 1835 East-West Pkwy. Suite 5, Fleming Island. (904) 215-6111 or visit http://www.taijikungfuacademy.com All levels 60 min Hot Yoga – 430-530 pm. Prana Yoga, 1980 Wells Rd, Orange Park. 904-579-4087. Pranayogaorangepark.com T’ai Chi – 5:30-6:30pm. With Elizabeth Alexander.
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Prenatal Pilates – 6:30pm. Arch Pilates & Physical Therapy, 3491 Pall Mall Rd, Ste 103, Jacksonville. 904-860-5392. ArchPilates.com. Yoga Basic Training (for beginning students) – 6:30-8pm. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St. St Augustine. 904-824-7454. DiscoveryYoga.com Food Addicts Anonymous – 6:30-7:30pm. Unity of Church of Jacksonville, 634 Lomax St, Riverside. 904-355-5100. UnityJax.com. SAN MARCO – 7pm. Meditation and Modern Buddhism, Oct 7 & 28, Hot Spot Power Yoga, 1533 San Marco Blvd, with Maitreya Buddhist Center. 904-222-8531 Julia’s New Age Book Club – 7-8:30pm. The first Tuesday of each month, a book is selected by group vote. Relax, read and discuss spiritual matters with us. $5 love offering. Spiritual Uplifts, 3491 Pall Mall Dr, Jacksonville. 904-571-2586. Insight Meditation – 7:30-9pm. See Monday listing for details. Love offering. Sanctuary of Unity Church of Jacksonville, 634 Lomax St, Riverside. 904-355-5100. UnityJax.org. Parent Support Group – 7-8:30pm. For parents of a child with a mental health disorder, including depression, bipolar and schizo-affective disorder. Beaches Resource Center, 700 Seagate Ave, Neptune Beach. 904-270-8200. Mixed Level Pilates – 7:30pm. Call to register. Arch Pilates and Physical Therapy, 3491 Pall Mall Rd, Jacksonville. 904-860-5392. ArchPilates.com. Power Yoga Basics – 7:45pm. With Khristi. Yoga Den, 2929 Plummer Cove Rd, Jacksonville. 904268-8330. Yoga-Den.com.
WEDNESDAY Kripalu Yoga, All Levels – 6-7:30am. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-8247454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Beginners Hatha Yoga – 730-845 am. Prana Yoga, 1980 Wells Rd, Orange Park. 904-579-4087. Pranayogaorangepark.com Prenatal Pilates – 9am. Call to register. Arch Pilates and Physical Therapy, 3491 Pall Mall Rd, Jacksonville. 904-860-5392. ArchPilates.com. La Leche League of Jacksonville – 10am. 3rd Wed. Grace Church of Avondale. Chrissy: 904-389-0484. Lori: 904-485-0861. Middle Eastern Dance – 10-10:45am. Women of all ages and body types can gain poise, grace, flexibility and stamina moving to exotic music. Learn belly dance and folkloric dance from Turkey and Egypt. Bring a belly dance scarf. Beginner class.
Ladies only. $10/class. inShape Ladies Fitness, 9425 Craven Rd, Jacksonville. 904-367-5003. Kripalu Yoga, All Levels – 10-11:30am. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-8247454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Chair Yoga Class – 11am-12pm. Get fit where you sit with this healing, gentle seated yoga practice. Perfect for all ages. Ocean Yoga, 51 Pine St, Atlantic Beach. 904-874-4094. OceanYoga.biz. Mid-Week Market – 3-6pm. Featuring local, healthy, fresh and green foods. Bull Park, 716 Ocean Blvd, Atlantic Beach. Tinyurl.com/a4xegwv. Meditation Class – 5:30-6:30pm. (No class 8/6) Need a place to meditate? Learn helpful techniques, followed by a 20-30 minute meditation. Bring a yoga mat, or use a chair. $5 love offering. Limited seating call 904-571-2586 to reserve space. 3491 Pall Mall Dr, Jacksonville. 904-292-4555. Latin Steps – 5:15-6pm. This is a fabulous cardio dance workout. Learn dance steps that build into a great, fun cardio workout. Beginner class. Ladies only. $10/class. inShape Ladies Fitness, 9425 Craven Rd, Jacksonville. 904-367-5003. Yoga – 5:15-6:15pm. With Jayne Parker. Beginner and intermediate. BYO floor mat. Unity Church of Jacksonville, Sanctuary, 634 Lomax St, Riverside. 904-355-5100. UnityJax.com. Meditation Class – 5:30-6:30. Bring a yoga mat or you can use a chair. (Limited seating please call 904-571-2586 to reserve you space in the class.) $5.00 love offering. Spiritual Uplifts 3491 Pall Mall Dr. Jacksonville Florida 904-292-4555. All levels 90 min Hot Yoga – 630-8 pm. Prana Yoga, 1980 Wells Rd, Orange Park. 904-579-4087. Pranayogaorangepark.com Yin Yoga, Multi-Level – 5:30-7pm. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-8247454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Yoga Therapy and Acupuncture Class with Erica – 6-7:45pm. 45 minutes of yoga, followed by 45 minutes of guided relaxation and acupuncture. Class size limited; reservations required. Life Balance Acupuncture and Wellness, 1510-A 2nd St S, Jacksonville Bch. 904-607-6661. LifeBalanceJax.com. A Course in Miracles – 7pm. Unity of Jacksonville Beach, 1079 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Bch. 904-2461300. Meditation Class – 7-8:30pm. (No class 8/6) Need a place to meditate? Learn helpful techniques, followed by a 20-30 minute meditation. Bring a yoga mat, or use a chair. Reservation required. $5 love offering. 3491 Pall Mall Dr, Jacksonville. 904-292-4555. Hatha Yoga – 6-6:45pm. Great for your back-health yoga class! Beginner class. Ladies only. $10/class. inShape Ladies Fitness, 9425 Craven Rd, Jacksonville. 904-367-5003. Universal Matters Book Study – 7-9pm. $10/love offering suggested. The Cosmic Church of Truth, 1637 Hamilton St, Jacksonville. 904-384-7268. TheCosmicChurchOfTruth.net. Psychic/Medium Spiritual Development Class – 7-9:30pm. One Wed per month. Marilyn Jenquin, International Foundation for Spiritual Knowledge. $25. Held in private home, call for location. 407673-9776. IFSK.org.
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Insight Meditation – 6:45-7:30am. See Monday listing for details. Love offering. Sanctuary of Unity Church of Jacksonville, 634 Lomax St, Riverside. 904-355-5100. UnityJax.org.
Yin Yoga – 9-10:30am. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-824-7454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Chakra Yoga – 9-10:30am. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-824-7454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Mind Body Class – 11:30am. With Alyson. $40/ four classes. Yoga Den, 2929 Plummer Cove Rd, Jacksonville. 904-268-8330. Yoga-Den.com. Psychic/Medium Spiritual Development Class – 1-3:30pm. One Thursday per month. Marilyn Jenquin, International Foundation for Spiritual Knowledge. $25. Caring Palms Massage and Reiki, 301-B 10th Ave N, Jacksonville Bch. 407-673-9776. IFSK.org. Yoga/Pilates for Preschool, Bendy Bodies – 2pm. Arch Pilates & Physical Therapy, 3491 Pall Mall Rd, Ste 103, Jacksonville. 904-860-5392. ArchPilates.com. MEDA Eating Disorder Group – 3-4pm. Mentor, empower, develop and advocate. UNF Counseling Center, Bldg 2, Jacksonville. 904-620-2602. Kids’ Yoga with Lex – 4-4:45 pm Ages 4-8, and 5-6 pm Ages 7-12. Kids learn basic yoga poses, practice breathing and learn the foundations of meditation in a kid accessible manner. Pure Balance Wellness & Yoga, 641 Market St, St Augustine, FL 32095. 310663-0959. www.purebalancewellnessandyoga.com Increase your body’s natural strength – 4-5pm. Traditional Tai Chi, at Kam Lee Center, Fleming Island. Ph: 904-215-6111. www.tkakungfu.com All levels 60 min Hot Yoga – 430-530 pm. Prana Yoga, 1980 Wells Rd, Orange Park. 904-579-4087. Pranayogaorangepark.com Chen Style QiGong 4- 5 pm. with 13th Generation Instructor at Kam Lee Center, 1835 East-West Pkwy. Suite 5, Fleming Island. (904) 215-6111 or visit http://www.taijikungfuacademy.com Kripalu Yoga Basic Practice – 5:30-7pm Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-8247454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Aerial Hammock Dance – 6-6:45pm. Come fly with us! Learn dance moves, flips and tricks in a flow, all with the support of the hammock. Beginner class. Ladies only. $15/class. InShape Ladies Fitness, 9425 Craven Rd, Jacksonville. 904-367-5003. UNITY Yoga – 6-7pm. With Jim Ernstsen. Beginner and intermediate. BYO floor mat. Love offering. Unity Church of Jacksonville, May St entrance. 634 Lomax St, Riverside. 904-355-5100. UnityJax.org. Reiki Healing Share – 7-8:30pm with Doug Riley at The Cosmic Church of truth 1637 Hamilton St Jax,32210-(9040384-7268 www.TheCosmicChurchofTruth.net Props ‘n Boots Pilates – 7:30pm. Call to register. Arch Pilates and Physical Therapy, 3491 Pall Mall Rd, Jacksonville. 904-860-5392. ArchPilates.com. Yoga Basics – 7:45pm. With Khristi. Yoga Den, 2929 Plummer Cove Rd, Jacksonville. 904-2688330. Yoga-Den.com.
ArchPilates.com. Kripalu Yoga – 10-11:30am. All Levels. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-8247454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Hemming Plaza Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Local and fresh plants, flowers, fruit, vegetables, jewelry and live entertainment. Monroe St and N Hogan St, Jacksonville. 904-634-0303. Friday Market – 10am-2pm. Rain or shine. Featuring locally grown produce, baked goods, plants, pottery and more. Jacksonville Landing Market. 904-703-2727. Market@jacksonvillelanding.com. Mind Body Class – 11:30am. With Alyson. $40/ four classes. Yoga Den, 2929 Plummer Cove Rd, Jacksonville. 904-268-8330. Yoga-Den.com. All levels 90 min Hot Yoga – 630-8 pm. Prana Yoga, 1980 Wells Rd, Orange Park. 904-579-4087. Pranayogaorangepark.com SMG Psychic Awareness Class – 7-9pm. $10. The Cosmic Church of Truth, 1637 Hamilton St, Jacksonville. 904-384-7268. TheCosmicChurchOfTruth. net.
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Guided Cultural Hike – 8:30-10:30am. 1st Sat. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes. The GTM Research Reserve, Trailhead Pavilion west of Guana Dam, Marineland. RSVP: 904-823-4500. Trail Hike – 8:30-10:30am. 2nd Sat. 1.5-mile guided walk. Wear comfortable closed toe shoes. The GTM Research Reserve, Trailhead Pavilion west of Guana Dam, Marineland. RSVP: 904-823-4500. Vinyasa Flow – 9-10:30am. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-824-7454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Farmer’s Market – 10am-2pm. Featuring organic produce, BBQ ribs and chicken, baked goods, prepared foods, seafood and live music. Unity Church for Creative Living, 2777 Race Track Rd, St Johns. 904-287-1505. UnityInJax.com. Kripalu Gentle Yoga – 11am-12:30pm. Discovery Yoga Center, 3 Davis St, St Augustine. 904-8247454. DiscoveryYoga.com. Beaches Green Market – 2-5pm. Jarboe Park, 301 Florida Blvd, Neptune Beach. 904-270-0273. Gamble Jam Session – 3pm-sunset. 2nd and 4th Saturday. Enjoy musicians of all levels for a casual acoustic jam. Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach, 3100 S Ocean Shore Blvd, Flagler Beach. 386-517-2086. Register: Jennifer.Giblin@dep.state.fl.us or Tinyurl.com/ grparkevents. All levels 90 min Hot Yoga – 4-530 pm. Prana Yoga, 1980 Wells Rd, Orange Park. 904-579-4087. Pranayogaorangepark.com
FRIDAY
Beginners Hatha Yoga – 730-845 am. Prana Yoga, 1980 Wells Rd, Orange Park. 904-579-4087. Pranayogaorangepark.com Pilates Props ‘n Boots – 9am. A Pilates boot camp to burn calories. Arch Pilates & Physical Therapy, 3491 Pall Mall Rd, Ste 103, Jacksonville. 904-8605392. ArchPilates.com. Mommy ‘n Me Pilates – 10am. Ages 6 weeks-24 mos. Arch Pilates & Physical Therapy, 3491 Pall Mall Rd, Ste 103, Jacksonville. 904-860-5392.
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