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Contents 26 PLANET RESCUE

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Grassroots Strategies Combat Climate Crisis

29 CLIMATE

WARRIORS UNITE A Call to Action

30 MOVING THROUGH CHRONIC PAIN

How Exercise Can Heal What Hurts

32 FLOWER POWER

Botanical Libations Pack Healthy Punch

38 HEALTHY HOME,

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HEALTHY KIDS

How to Keep Them Safe

40 MAKING LUCK

An Intentional Path to Good Fortune

41 BRIGIT

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on Rediscovering Nature

42 A HOME THAT HEALS Creating a Nurturing Space

44 ACUPUNCTURE FOR ANIMALS

Needles Work Wonders on Pets

DEPARTMENTS 13 news briefs 19 health briefs 29 green living 30 fit body 32 conscious

eating 38 healthy kids 40 inspiration 41 wise words

42 healing ways 44 natural pet 46 calendar 51 classifieds 52 resource guide

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pril is beloved for many reasons—spring is in bloom, colored eggs are in the backyard, and Earth Day is just around the corner. In fact, to celebrate this eco-friendly occasion on April 22, this month’s issue of Natural Awakenings is all about the various climate solutions we can incorporate into our daily routines and lives. Small changes make a long-term impact on the future of this earth—and those changes start with each one of us joined together, united with purpose and conviction.

We can’t all take our cues from activists like Greta Thunburg and sail across the Atlantic Ocean in a zero-emissions yacht, but this month’s feature article, “Grassroots Climate Strategies” offers practical advice on how to combat environmental issues with the resources that are accessible to us right now. This article explores some of the unique and creative ways that people use their imaginations to make a difference in communities around the world and inspire others to take action as well. If we commit to these incremental steps, we could reduce our carbon footprint and make this planet safer and healthier for everyone.

On this topic of daily activism efforts, our “Green Living” article for this month focuses on how to become an effective climate warrior, told from the viewpoint of those on the frontlines. From passionate teenagers and social media influencers, to informed educators and single mothers, to conscious Baby Boomers and senior citizens, people from all demographics can learn what it takes to prioritize climate solutions.

Finally, these responsible initiatives start in our own four walls, and this month’s “Healing Ways” article describes how we can transform our homes into “spiritual headquarters” where deep nourishment, self-care and well-being can be found. When we invite health into the spaces where we spend most of our time, these intentions trickle outward into other areas of life too, so we become more rooted, mindful and aware as human beings, members of the community and citizens of planet earth.

The team here at Natural Awakenings wishes all of you a beautiful Earth Day and abundant month of April. Please send any questions, comments or feedback to Publisher@NASRQ.com, and join us in this eco-friendly conversation. It’s always a pleasure to hear the thoughts of our readers, and in the meantime, enjoy this latest issue!

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Services and Classes Continue at Sarasota Center of Light

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eople of Sarasota and Manatee counties, please take a moment to pause and just breathe. In fact, inhale and exhale 10 times deeply. We Floridians know how to respond in a time of crisis— we experience this each year during hurricane season. We weathered Irma, Michael, Wilma, Dennis, Jeanne, Ivan and Charley. And our communities survived.

When we become stressed, the prefrontal cortex shuts down. This part of the brain controls creative thinking and decision making. When a dog is stressed, it could bite. When a honey bee is stressed, it could sting. As animal-beings, we don’t make rational decisions when we are stressed. We often react impulsively or combatively.

Stress also robs the immune system of its much-needed nutrients, so we become depleted in B vitamins and minerals, and our adrenal glands burn through Vitamin C. In other words, stress, anxiety and fear rob the body of what it needs most in order to fend off this season’s most famous immune celebrity—the Coronavirus.

We know the smart actions to take in this situation—wash our hands, disinfect germs and boost our immune systems. But our mental, emotional, and spiritual health is just as important in fending off this crisis as our physical health. Have you heard of the Nocebo effect? It’s the opposite of the Placebo effect, and it proves that we can actually make ourselves sicker by thinking it so. This is the time to be attentive to our whole-being health.

arasota Center of Light suspended our public gatherings and activities, including services and classes, the last two weeks of March to help reduce the spread of Coronavirus. Because this information and our calendar was submitted mid-March for publication, there is no way to know whether our classes and services will be public once again by then.

All scheduled services and classes will be offered online if we are still not able to meet in person. This would exclude “Divine Light” on April 8, due to the nature of this event.

Please refer to our website for all current information at the time of each scheduled class, service or event. We still, however, plan to offer our Easter Divine Light Service on April 8, and Easter services will be on April 12.

Rev. Jim Toole will teach a class on “Introduction to Spirit Communication” on April 11. Other classes will be “Introduction to Alternative Forms of Healing” with Rev. Lisa Johnson on April 7, and “The Metaphysics of Christianity,” co-facilitated by Revs. Jim Toole and Phyllis Lambert on April 21.

Due to activities at the Center being suspended, we are, as seeking to keep a balance in our finances. Without the love offerings from services, fees for classes and rental income from facilitators that use our buildings for private classes, we find ourselves reaching out for your support. Donations can be submitted on our website’s donate page, by calling the office or mailing a check. All contributions are greatly appreciated.

Mailing address: 2710 Browning St, Sarasota, 34237. Location: 852 S Tuttle Ave. For more information, call 941-953-6620, email ChurchOffice@SarasotaCenterofLight.com or visit www.SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

Attend Dr. Cynthia Clark’s free Qigong for the Immune System seminar, either live or through Zoom. See the NA calendar for more information.

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e are proud to introduce a new natural product for hair color—Kitoko Botanical Color. This will result in a stronger, fuller, healthier look to your hair with remarkable shine and vibrance. Kitoko Botanical Color is a plant-based product that mixes with water for a beautiful, damage-free finish that can last up to 20 washes.

This color is perfect for fragile or damaged hair and even first-time color clients. The seven natural dyes include: henna, cassia, indigo, walnut husk, bloodwood tree, turmeric and rhubarb. This product is also free of peroxide, ammonia, resorcinol, PPD and PTD chemicals with up to 100% white coverage.

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r. David Cifra is a non-surgical spinal decompression specialist who recently opened a branch of his practice here in Sarasota. His patients have experienced radical, healing transformations in their bodies without the need for painful, invasive and costly operations. One such patient is named Richard Dennis, and below, he describes how Dr. Cifra’s approach has benefitted his health and quality of life.

“In 2015, I had a ruptured disc in my lower back. After being in terrible pain for several weeks, it gradually seemed to improve, but Dr. Cifra explained the disk had never completely healed, and was even deteriorating. I started to experience the pain again, but this time, on the opposite side, from my left knee to ankle. Sometimes it hurt to the point that I had to sit down after just 15 minutes of activity.

“Then, I visited Florida for the winter I noticed an advertisement on Facebook for spinal decompression through Dr. Cifra. It seemed like an interesting concept that might improve my back situation. After forwarding my last MRI and written report to Dr. Cifra and being examined by him, I was approved for 16 spinal decompression treatments before I returned to Illinois this spring. The treatments consisted of 30 minutes with the decompression device, then 15 minutes with a cold laser on the area that required healing.

“Also, during this time, I took supplement capsules to assist with the healing, rubbed cream on the affected joints, and used a cold pack every two hours for 20 minutes. Foot levers were also ordered for my shoes to correct foot pressure points. All these items were done at the same time as the spinal compression sessions, and in each appointment, a different area was concentrated on. Most days the doctor worked on negative pressure which allowed oxygen and nutrients to enter the damaged disk.

As time passed, I noticed an improvement in being able to walk without pain. Each day, before the cold laser treatment, Dr. Cifra would place his fingers on my lower back to find the area that was tender. At first, the area was tender to his touch, but over time, that tenderness began to subside, and it was completely eliminated after 16 treatments. The final step in my healing process consists of exercises which can take between eight and none months before the strength is hopefully back to normal in my leg.”

o you take multi-vitamins, but still lack adequate amounts of Vitamin D? IV nutrition and IM (intramuscular) injections allow you to get more of the much-needed vitamins, amino acids, trace minerals and hormones directly to your cells which is hard to do with oral vitamins.

Do you know the role of Vitamin D in your immune function? Do you know that heart disease, cancer, autoimmune disorders, mental illness, dementia and other conditions link to a causative factor of low Vitamin D? This deficiency even affects the ability to fight infectious diseases like Coronavirus.

Over 50% of the worldwide population is Vitamin D deficient; however, if you look at the rate of optimal levels, that deficiency becomes even higher. New research indicates the previous recommended daily levels and normal blood level ranges of Vitamin D are too low. The widespread deficiency of Vitamin D is concerning because it plays an important role in many areas of health. It contributes to bone strength, cardiovascular health and cancer prevention. It has an important role in immune function, and can be a determining factor in whether or not you develop an autoimmune disease.

Vitamin D deficiency is associated with an increased susceptibility to infection. Since immune cells in autoimmune diseases are responsive to the ameliorative effects of vitamin D, with adequate levels of this nutrient, you will start to feel better, have more energy, develop the and stamina and the immune strength to fight off infections. At Point Lumineux, we offer weekly intramuscular injections of Vitamin D to help increase your serum levels, as well as IV nutrition to combat sickness and maintain optimal health.

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o you want to learn how to release your jaw, voice and whole self in just one weekend? Then, mark your calendar for “Teeth Clenchers: Learn to Smile and Kiss Your Way to a More Open You” on April 3–5. This full weekend seminar will take place from Friday, 5 p.m., to Sunday, 4 p.m., at Ionie Raw Food Café.

Learn concepts and practical applications from the Feldenkrais Method® with Bonnie Kissam, M.A., Feldenkrais Practitioner®, through slow, gentle movements and quiet, deep-seated muscular holding patterns—even in the jaw.

Experience movements that improve organization of your head, neck and shoulders as you discover how simple shifts and actions in fingers or eyes can affect your voice and whole self.

Over 40 years ago, Kissam learned firsthand that she clenched her teeth, but when she experienced an open jaw from studying with Moshe Feldenkrais, D.Sc., she wanted to share this process of the deepening awareness of patterns and mind-body connections with other people. 15 CEs are available for LMTs and movement or yoga teachers. This seminar is offered through a partner collaboration to touch, observe, support and inform.

n April 17, 1 p.m., Dr. Anna Baker, DOM, will present a seminar on how to receive a facelift for $300 using Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna, her revolutionary anti-aging serum made from real pearls and Chinese herbs without any preservatives.

Pearls contain amino acids that retighten muscles and slowly return the face to its younger look with daily use.

These amino acids are sensitive, and will be destroyed by chemical preservatives which is the reason other commercially available pearl creams don’t offer these same results. Dr. Anna will show photographed results on people of all different ages. Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna is also available as a muscle tightening body lotion, men’s anti-aging line and sports performance line.

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Abrams Dermatology Offers Free Virtual Skin Cancer Screening Every Friday

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Rocks, Stones, Crystals and Gems...Oh My!

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rom ancient civilization, the earth’s precious abundance has been used for healing and survival. Throughout history, rock formations and writings have depicted the use of these buried treasures for various purposes. What is this all about though? What is so important about a rock or a stone? To start with, everything in the universe is comprised of particles of energetic matter. Looking one step further into Quantum Theory, everything also has a vibration. This means we as humans are comprised of energetic, vibrational matter too.

If you are new to crystals and want to explore their gifts, an ideal place to start is simply by noticing the crystal’s colors which you are drawn to. Are the colors shiny and brilliant, or are they matte or textured? In this initial exploration, don’t worry about learning the names and attributes of these crystal allies, but start the relationship through your own senses.

Close your eyes and see what crystal your hand is drawn to.

Then, mix them up and repeat this experiment again. Notice how each crystal feels in your hands. Touch it, sense it and discern how it affects your body. How does it make you feel when you focus on it? When you begin this journey into the world of crystals, you will acquire a gift from Mother Nature, as well as a living, healing tool that was created to manifest health, love and well-being in your life.

To discover more about crystals and their properties, visit us as Elysian Fields, and we can assist you on this journey.

r. Abrams and his team at Abrams Dermatology are on a mission to help reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus by pre-screening patients virtually. This service is free to all, and those who have been seen in the office within the last 12 months might be able to receive an immediate electronically prescribed medication at their pharmacy.

A patient should call to schedule a virtual skin cancer screening. They can fill out some information online and submit photos with a description of their symptoms. Our providers will review the patient’s skin condition and determine it requires immediate care. The patient will then receive a call to schedule an appointment if necessary.

Abrams Dermatology is also offering a curbside pick-up of products. A patient can call the office to place an order, then once it’s ready, the patient will receive a text to pickup the product. In addition, scheduled patients can check-in from their cars. They can call once they arrive in the parking lot, then wait in their cars until they receive a text to head inside and be seen by the provider.

Abrams Dermatology respects the varied opinions on confinement, while following state and federal recommendations. We take extra precautions in our schedules to keep a low volume in our office, screening patients and sanitizing carefully. None of our staff is allowed to come in with any respiratory symptoms. We are informed of all updates through Florida Department of Public Health and the CDC, and will stay open under these standards. If medical practices are asked to close, we will be compliant. In the meantime, we will continue our medical and aesthetic services, and will include the following: 1. We use medical-grade sanitizer on common areas, doorknobs and phones after each visit.

2. We ask patients not to bring others inside to their appointment to reduce public exposure.

3. Please cancel or reschedule an appointment for any of the following conditions: • Fever, respiratory or flu-like symptoms • Exposure to someone diagnosed COVID-19 or who has a pending test result • Any international travel or a family member who travelled within the last two weeks, or travel to other hotspots in the U.S. or locally We track updates, and have made plans to serve our patients. Please call or text if you do not plan to keep an appointment. We will assume you are coming unless told otherwise.

Location: 3328 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota. For more information, call 941-926-2600 or visit AbramsDerm.com.

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Hypnosis and Neurofeedback Provide Unique Therapeutic Strengths and Opportunities

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n the first seven to 10 years of our lives, we are on a journey of exploration. During this time, we learn implicitly through experiences, and we reach conclusions or develop beliefs about ourselves, the world and others.

Those belief systems elicit some kind of emotion which creates behaviors, patterns and symptoms. In turn, these become the subconscious programming of our deep inner minds and the hard drives that dictate how we function. But with hypnosis, we are able to delve in and work directly within the confines of the subconscious mind to reprogram faulty belief systems to more appropriate and beneficial ones.

In addition, neurofeedback is a safe, drug-free and non-invasive process that guides irregular brainwaves back into their normal ranges. When the brain makes healthy wave patterns, the symptoms of many neurological problems like anxiety, depression, ADHD, brain fog and other symptoms dissipate. Neurofeedback can help both kids and adults fully develop to achieve their fullest potential.

Neurofeedback is effective on its own.

However, many research articles indicate that when neurofeedback is used as an adjunct to traditional treatments, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, nutrition, pharmaceuticals and hypnosis, the outcomes are typically superior. The Brain Wave Center and Hypnotherapy by Niva are working together to bring these two unique treatments together at our Sarasota location. Consider how this combination could result in better prospects for the future.

For more information, call 941-552-4500 or visit BrainWaveCenters.com.

Acupuncture Facelift Seminar with Dr. Anna

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n April 15, 2 p.m., Dr. Anna Baker, DOM and founder of Faces by Dr. Anna, will present a free seminar on changing the course of facial aging with her muscle tightening acupuncture face and necklift. Her technique reverses the look of aging in the muscles of the face and neck to return more youthful features. Dr. Anna has a database of over 600 people, and she will show photographed of results for different ages and face types.

A nationally board-certified Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Dr. Anna has been practicing in Sarasota since 1998. She has developed her specialty in a muscle tightening acupuncture face and necklift with no needles used on the face. Up to three treatments can be done in one day with a 10-treatment minimum. After treatments are completed, a one or two treatment touch-up is suggested every 18 months to maintain the lift. Dr. Anna was voted Sarasota’s favorite anti-aging practitioner, and her work has been nationally televised.

Location: 2721 Mall Dr., Sarasota. For more information, call 941-921-2662 or visit FacesByDrAnna.com. If you cannot attend the seminar, Dr. Anna offers free consultations too.

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uper Value Nutrition is still open for business. We ask, however, that if you are sick or recently traveled, not to come into the store. Instead, you can simply call us, and we will put an order together for you, then deliver it out to your car. We also offer mail orders, so please give us a call if you need our assistance.

We have the most affordable prices and largest selection in town of multi-vitamins, herbal remedies, fish oil, minerals, vegan supplements, sports nutrition, homeopathic remedies, Chinese herbs, children’s supplements, pet nutrition, teas, local honey, essential oils, protein, greens, CBD products, kosher vitamins, nutritional bars, healthy snacks, specialty beverages, skincare, hair care, eco-friendly cleaning products and more. If you are looking for an item we don’t have in stock, just ask us, and we can order it.

Locations: 5842 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota, and 2163 Siesta Dr., Sarasota. To place an order, call 941-342-1908 (Bee Ridge Rd.) or 941-366-1997 (Siesta Dr.). For more information, visit SuperValueNutrition.com.

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The Spirit University Digital Launch Party: A New Age of Online Classes and Events

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e are excited to announce that we now offer virtual programs, so anyone can tune-in remotely.

Due to the technological advancements in online education, video streaming and digital communication, we are able to connect and co-create with a conscious online community. As we all adjust to this “new normal,” the transitions can bring uncertainty

and stress. This is why we have launched our new digital services.

The Spirit University now offers classes that can be livestreamed in your own home. Get comfortable, brew some herbal tea and raise your vibe. For a nominal fee, you can register to pay to watch classes online which facilitates social connection, while being mindful of each other’s health at the same time.

Since this is a new medium for our staff too, we will learn, refine and evolve in the process, but you can feel confident that we are dedicated to the highest quality experiences, teachers and offerings in 2020.

Although we still offer in-person attendance to our classes, we are also mindful of the severity of the world’s present condition. Your well-being is our primary concern, so we highly encourage and warmly invite you to register online for our livestreamed classes.

Our intention is to create a safe, enjoyable and accessible experience for our community. As we continue to refine our process, we also plan to create an interactive virtual classroom experience. This is a massive undertaking for our staff, as we have all been expanding beyond our comfort zones, but we are thrilled to officially launch our online classes, so that we can all remain connected in the midst of these circumstances.

To view and register for classes, visit TheSpiritUniversity.com/ Events. For more information, call 941-954-3200 or email Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com.

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Air pollution has long been linked to lung cancer, stroke and respiratory disease, and now research has found that it can lead to osteoporosis, as well.

Researchers from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health studied the bone mass and density of 3,717 people living in villages near Hyderabad, India. These were compared to fine particulate air pollution levels, which averaged more than three times the recommendations of the World Health Organization. The researchers also surveyed in-home cooking over wood, coal and other biomass sources. The results showed that exposure to ambient air pollution was associated with lower levels of bone mass, and that cooking over fires did not have that effect. “Inhalation of polluting particles could lead to bone mass loss through the oxidative stress and inflammation caused by air pollution,” says lead author Otavio T. Ranzani.

Grape seed extract, an antioxidant-rich supplement that is a byproduct of the wine and juice industry, significantly improves both total and LDL cholesterol levels and triglyceride levels, and lowers markers of inflammation, concludes a metareview of 15 randomized trials in the journal Phytotherapy Research.

Researchers from Iran, Canada and Croatia concluded that the popular extract also improves fasting glucose levels, but has little effect on HbA1c or HDL cholesterol levels.

Try Pine Bark to Improve Erectile Function and Cholesterol Erectile dysfunction, an early diabetic indicator, responds to treatment with pine bark extract, Slovakian researchers report.

They tested 53 diabetic and non-diabetic patients with erectile dysfunction, giving half of them the extract (marketed as Pycnogenol) and the other half a placebo for three months. The pine bark extract improved erectile function by 45 percent in the diabetes group and 22 percent in the non-diabetes group. It also lowered LDL cholesterol by 21 percent and reduced blood sugar levels in the diabetes group.

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Echinacea extract may be helpful for situation-induced anxiety, indicates a new study from Hungary’s Institute of Experimental Medicine, in Budapest. The researchers tested 64 middle-aged people that had scored high on the State Trait Anxiety Inventory. They were given either 80 milligrams Echinacea angustifolia root extract or a placebo every day for seven days, followed by a three-week washout period during which no pills were taken. Those taking the echinacea started experiencing less anxiety than the placebo-takers by day seven, and scored significantly lower in “state anxiety”, marked by arousal connected to specific dangers or threats. Measures of “trait anxiety”, in which anxiety is an ongoing personal characteristic, improved slightly compared to the placebo group. Improvements were maintained even during the washout period.

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Climate Solutions Go Local How to Protect this Environment We Call Home

by Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer

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t was July 2019. I was on vacation with my husband in Austin, Texas, and I was about to launch into my twenty-eighth year on this planet. All I wanted to celebrate this birthday, I informed my husband, was the experience of a yoga hike outside the raucous urban pulse, quirky street murals and endless food truck options that define Austin’s city limits.

Now don’t misunderstand, I relish the energy and vibrance of a downtown strip, but there is also just something about an escape into nature. It’s rhythmic, placid, harmonious and restorative, how the earth is designed to be. The warm breeze that rustles a tree branch, the warble of a stream that prances over rocks, the freedom to move through asanas and meditations under a cloudless beam of sunlight—these are what percolate my senses and remind me of how fortunate I am to be alive, to be rooted in this soil.

It’s also in moments like this where I am confronted by the sobering reality that existence is in peril as the earth and its resources fall victim to our wasteful human affairs. Natural and biodiverse ecosystems—from the Barton Springs aquifer where I yoga hiked in Austin, to the oceans, mangroves, estuaries and marshes of our own Sarasota landscape—have suffered the impact of environmental degradation.

Based on research from Yale University, 60% of Americans are either “alarmed” or “concerned” about the earth’s future as a result of the global climate shifts we hear about weekly in the media. Glaciers melt across the Arctic tundra, heat waves plague the Western seaboard, hurricanes escalate in the Caribbean, and wildfires devastate the Australian outback. Many parts of the world are in ecological crisis, but just as we humans are responsible for much of this— so too can we mobilize to find a resolution.

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This has me thinking about hyper-local initiatives that we as Sarasota residents can take to preserve our lush and scenic home. Southwest Florida teems with unique habitats, native wildlife, abundant palm trees and beaches renowned across the country, so it’s important to be ethical, conscientious stewards of all this beauty around us. For some actionable and immediate (not to mention, easy) strategies that will advance climate solution efforts in our own backyard, I turned to local business owners on the frontlines of this charge.

Liana Bryant of Rosemary Court Yoga in Sarasota and Ted Weinberger of Café Evergreen in Nokomis both recount the sustainable practices which inform their own lifestyles and business models—and their advice is uncomplicated enough for the rest of us too. In fact, these ideas can be merged with our current activities, schedules and routines for a seamless push in the eco-friendly direction.

“Walk, ride your bike or carpool with a friend. Carry a reusable water bottle around town with you. Our studio has a water fountain where you can refill it. Located in the heart of Sarasota’s downtown Rosemary District, we love to see when our many neighbors choose these options,” remarks Bryant. For the yogis, she adds, “Clean your mat with natural products. At Rosemary Court Yoga, we formulate our own mat spray with vinegar, water and essential oils. Be sure to recycle old mats as well—we donate ours to a local animal shelter!”

Weinberger chimes in, “For the past eight years, Café Evergreen has ‘walked the talk’ when it comes to local initiatives that we can all participate in daily to make our environment better. Processed food has more of a carbon footprint than food made from scratch, so we control what goes into each recipe which not only enhances the taste and nutrition, but also positively affects the climate. Most restaurants use

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ready-made ingredients, but these contain processed salts, chemicals and sugars which lead to waste, so we seek to eliminate that.”

On this note, he continues, “30% of worldwide carbon emissions result from producing, transporting, cooking and disposing of food. But we purchase in bulk to minimize excess waste in landfills, and we buy local to decrease the environmental impact of shipping. For instance, our mixed greens and hydroponic kale are sourced from an organic farm in North Port which ensures there are no GMO seeds and pesticides too.

“Finally, our staff is trained to ask customers if they need to-go utensils because, too often, we feel that restaurants just blindly include plasticware in to-go orders.

When we ask first, however, the majority of diners respond with, ‘No thank you, we have our own.’ In addition, 100% of our to-go containers are both plant-based and compostable—even our straws— so in the event someone needs utensils, they are sourced with the environment in mind.”

That immersive nature experience in Austin, Texas, shook me into a greater awareness of why it matters to conserve, defend and sustain this planet. Likewise, I believe we all come to our own moments of realization that it’s on us, the human race, to advocate for the splendor of our earth, the sacredness of life and the safety of future generations. Today’s climate issues are real—but so are the solutions.

Thank you to both Liana Bryant, director and instructor of Rosemary Court Yoga, and Ted Weinberger, co-owner of Café Evergreen, for their useful, practical and insightful advice. Rosemary Court Yoga is located at 810 Central Avenue, Sarasota.

For more information, call 941-952-5280 or visit RosemaryCourt.com. Café Evergreen is located at 801 South Tamiami Trail, Nokomis. For more information, call 941-4124334 or visit CafeEvergreen.net.

Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer is the Managing Editor of Natural Awakenings Sarasota– Manatee. She also works as a freelance writer, blogger and social media marketer.

Her personal blog HealthBeAHippie.Wordpress.com features tips for embracing an active, nutritious, balanced and empowered lifestyle.

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Lichen Planus and the Coronavirus:

What’s the Connection?

Dr. Cynthia Clark, AP, ACN

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ichen Planus is an autoimmune disorder. Once the lining of the immune system, known as the microbiome, is disrupted, many other functions in the body start to fall out of line too. The body expels toxins in four ways—through the urine, feces, breath and skin. If those don’t work, then you will likely experience disharmony that manifests on your skin.

Western Medicine prescribes antibiotics for skin conditions. Antibiotics disrupt the microbiome, and the longer they’re taken, the more disrupted the environment is. For this reason, you must also take a probiotic along with an antibiotic. But what is the connection between LP and the Coronavirus? LP is indication of an underlying disharmony of qi and blood, resulting in a dysregulated immune system.

Coronavirus and other forms of the flu

can strongly affect those with weakened immune systems because the immune foundation was weak to begin with.

LP affects about 1.5% of outpatient dermatology patients. Its lesions consist of the “Five Ps”: purple, pruritic (itchy), planar (not raised), polygonal (the shape) and papules (raised). It’s most commonly found on the distal joints and limbs— ankles and wrists, lower legs and forearms.

But it can also be found on the mouth or tongue and the genitals. Skin diseases tend to spread if they’re not resolving. There are eight different forms of LP. If you already have one kind, this is how this disease will progress when left untreated:

1. Localized papules 2. Hypertrophic 3. Planopilaris 4. Palmar and plantar 5. Oral mucos and genital form 6. Annular 7. Pigmented 8. Linear

According to Johns Hopkins, “The cause of LP is usually not known, although possible causes include Hepatitis C, certain medicines or reactions to metal (e.g. mercury) filings in your teeth.” The standard of care is to prescribe a steroid. Here is what else you should know:

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1. Steroids suppress the immune system.

2. Steroids thin out the skin.

3.Steroids can cause rebound effect—as soon as you stop taking the steroid, the illness worsens or comes back with a vengeance.

4.Steroids weaken the entire body—specifically the kidneys, liver, heart and cholesterol which could increase the risk of a stroke or heart attack.

In addition, Chinese Medicine offers five primary differentiations for Lichen Planus.

You could have one or more: 1. Wind Heat Binding the Exterior: Wind Heat means an external invasion.

Have you experienced a summer “cold” which actually felt “hot, and you wanted to escape the heat, that seemed to burn you up inside? Then, you have experienced a wind heat invasion. With LP, this manifests in active new outbreaks that can be itchy

and pink or red lesions that become purple over time (this is also a Coronavirus pattern).

2. Wind Heat Binding the Muscles: In this case, the wind heat is deeper because it’s caught in the muscle layer below the skin. These lesions are purplish-red and join together. It might also be on the head with hair loss, and you might feel heavy or tired with a frail and slippery pulse.

3. Blood Stasis with Wind: This is a chronic condition, but it tends not to feel too itchy. The lesions are deep purple or red or waxy yellow, and there might be lesions on the palms and soles. The skin or nails might feel dry and require lotion.

4. Damp Heat Obstructing the Spleen: In this case, the lesions are gray or white, and they will either be flat or raised. There can also be vesicles or blisters, and often, you will experience low appetite, gas and bloating, or lack of energy.

5. Liver and Kidney Yin Deficiency: Here, the lesions are similar, but the associate symptoms are dizziness, headache and poor vision.

Lichen Planus can be the result of several different underlying causes. It is an important situation to resolve because it means the body is communicating with you that something is wrong internally. Each underlying cause has a different treatment. The herbs used in each case are quite different, even though all are used to treat lichen planus. Each phase of the disease is different too, so the herbs will change over time. It is the same with Coronavirus.

Dr. Cynthia Clark, Acupuncture Physician, Applied Clinical Nutritionist, is an awardwinning acupuncturist and nutritionist. She has helped hundreds of patients heal naturally from many ailments. As an engineer, she focuses on understanding how things work, from the human body to quantum mechanics. In trying to understand how the Chinese meridian flow affects the body, she returned to her martial arts roots only to discover the secret healing systems that are inclusive in upper level martial arts. She has expanded that work to include application of these ancient techniques into the most pressing twenty-first century American problems.

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Medical marijuana uses the marijuana plant or chemicals in it to treat diseases or conditions.

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In normal breathing, we mainly use our diaphragm and rib muscles. The lower chest and stomach expand as the lower lungs fill with air. When we need more air, we can also use the neck and shoulder muscles to expand the upper chest. It becomes a problem, however, when we breathe mainly with the upper chest without much diaphragmatic breathing.

Chest Breathing

Chronic chest breathing as a habit causes several different effects in the body. The upper lungs don’t circulate oxygen as efficiently, so we receive less oxygen and a build-up of carbon dioxide. Chest breathing also fires up the sympathetic nervous system which causes a fight-or-flight stress response in the body. The use of neck and shoulder muscles to breathe on a constant basis causes tension in these muscles which could even affect posture. As a result of all these changes, we can experience many physical symptoms.

Breathing Right Matters

By Eric Winder, DC

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ecently, a patient I will refer to as Betty was surprised to report her latest improvements from fascia release therapy.

At her last visit, we had focused on altering her forward-slumped shoulder posture because it likely contributed to her lower back pain by causing lumbar muscle tension. She remarked that she hadn’t realized her chest was so tight, but now she found it easier to breathe. She also slept better and felt less anxious. Betty did not know it, but she had been suffering effects of a common unhealthy breathing pattern.

Certain patterns of breathing can harm our health by causing unhealthy responses in our nervous system, bloodstream and, ultimately, the body as a whole. Learning to be aware of proper breathing—and how to improve it with exercises or therapeutic treatments—can improve stress management, pain levels, sleep quality and other aspects of health. Let’s take a look at the most common problem breathing pattern—accessory, or chest breathing—how it affects health and how to change it for the better.

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Possible Symptoms with Chronic Chest Breathing

• Poor quality sleep or waking frequently

• Anxiety or poor stress management

• Heart palpitations

• IBS, gut pain or nausea

• Non-cardiac chest pain

• Feeling “winded” or out of breath easily • Fatigue

• Achy joints and muscles

• Brain fog

• Pelvic pain (diaphragm and pelvic floor muscles function or dysfunction together) • Irritability There are a number of modern causes for accessory breathing. If we spend much of the time sitting, this often leads to poor breathing habits because sitting tends to inhibit lower chest expansion—particularly if we lean forward to work at a desk. In addition, low fitness levels can lead to weakness of the diaphragm and rib muscles, causing them to fatigue easily and tighten. Prior injuries to the spine, rib cage or pelvis can create fascia (fibrous connective tissue) restrictions that impair the diaphragm and rib muscles. Stress and anxiety can trigger chest breathing which is ironic because chest breathing can promote poor stress management and anxiety, making this a self-reinforcing cycle.

Breathing Better

Correcting an unhealthy accessory breathing habit involves addressing the causes. Consistent exercise that includes both aerobic fitness and resistance training can increase strength and stamina of the breathing muscles. Sitting less often and improving sitting posture to allow for easier lower chest and abdomen expansion is also important. Positioning a computer screen at the correct height is also useful to avoid slumping forward.

For many of us, seeing a healthcare practitioner who can address physical restrictions such as fascia stiffening can make a tremendous difference. These restrictions could be the results of prior injuries, medical stress or repetitive trauma. In most cases, exercises to retrain our breathing patterns can make a tremendous difference. While there are many advanced exercises to address specific

issues, it is important to start with exercises that build awareness of a faulty breathing pattern and start to gently correct it.

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Place one hand on the abdomen and one hand on the upper chest, then gently work to make your lower hand move in and out more than your upper hand moves up and down—more abdomen expansion, less upper chest lifting.

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The third exercise, with hands on the back of the head, is generally more effective than the first two at helping to retrain lower chest and abdominal breathing. It’s important to start gradually with breathing exercises—doing just one or two minutes of practice at first, a few times a day.

Breathing in through the nose, rather than mouth breathing, is also critical because it promotes better oxygenation.

Correcting a faulty chest breathing pattern can lead to optimal health benefits which include better sleep, a clearer mind and decreased bodily pain. At our office we assist people in addressing problematic breathing patterns with the use of fascia release therapies, low-level laser therapy and advanced exercises. Breaking our faulty breathing habits can take time, but is more than worth the effort.

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recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that life expectancy increased from 2017 to 2018 which is the last complete data to be evaluated. It rose after a three year decline from suicide and opiate deaths. The lifespan for Americans is now 78.7 years on average. However, this is not the whole story.

The American Heart Association also released a report in January of this year. This Heart and Stroke Statistics 2020 update revealed that the health adjusted life expectancy, or healthspan, is only 66 years. That means there is a 13-year gap between living a full, abundant life and death. That is 13 years of suffering the ravages of chronic illnesses with debility that compromises the enjoyment of a healthy life.

A recent Harris Poll revealed that most people consider a long and healthy life important to them, and that everyone deserves the longest, healthiest life possible. However, like we see across many issues in society, there is an overt disconnection between desires and understanding of personal responsibility. Less than half of people surveyed believed their behaviors influence their health, and only one-third believe their environment inhibits (through support or distraction) them from making positive health decisions.

Numerous clinical studies show that we can positively affect health outcomes with lifestyle and nutritional interventions. For example, maintaining a high level of omega-3 fatty acids in our cells improves cardiovascular and brain health. Moreover, these levels in the body can be assessed with a simple blood test.

When the level of omega-3 is increased by more than 8%, the brain works optimally, and symptoms such as brain fog can lift for clearer thinking. Meditation or other mindfulness techniques have been shown to reduce adrenal stress, fatigue and anxiety. Chelation therapy is a cardiovascular rejuvenator that works better than stents to reduce cardiac disease and death. Exercise in the form of walking has been shown to reverse diabetes, reduce heart disease, eliminate depression, minimize breast cancer recurrence and improve cognitive function.

At the Harvey Center for Integrative Medicine, one of our team members named Ozlem Comer is a skilled practitioner who specializes in transformations. She uses a mindfulness technique called Heartmath to assist in her clients’ personal growth and healing. She is also a Functional Medicine Health Coach which enables her to implement life-changing and life-saving habits into her clients’ daily lives.

It takes a commitment on all of our parts to achieve the health that we desire. It does not come in a bottle or a box—it comes from within. Unfortunately, there is no magic bullet, no panacea, for any of our ailments. I believe that access to quality health care should be a right, but health is not a guarantee or a right—it is an individual choice to make.

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The message I try to express [through my art] is that some of our best-known wild animals might, in my lifetime, no longer be on the planet. painting by Josie Martin

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PLANET RESCUE Grassroots Strategies Combat Climate Crisis

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ike most kids, Azalea Morgan loves polar bears. “They’re fluffy and cute,” the 8-year-old says, and after watching a documentary on how climate change is affecting these Arctic apex predators, she badly wanted to help.

Her mom, Molly Morgan, suggested she do something big, because the problem of global warming is monumental.

For nearly three weeks last September, Azalea pedaled her bike alongside her mom and 9-year-old sister, Ember, setting out from their hometown of Andover, New Hampshire, en route to New York City to attend the United Nations (UN) Climate Action Summit, where Greta Thunberg and other global youth leaders marched for change. The trip was a fundraiser to put solar panels on their school and for future projects under KidsCare4PolarBears, a Facebook page that documents their ongoing efforts.

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While not everyone has the time or inclination to ride 250 miles and camp— some of it in the rain—or as Thunberg did, sail across the Atlantic in a zero-emissions yacht, there are steps individuals can take to combat climate change on a grassroots level, experts say, because the crisis is undeniable, as seen most recently in the catastrophic bushfires across Australia.

There are peaceful protests taking place worldwide scheduled throughout 2020 at FridaysForFuture.org and other organizations, but a growing number of individuals that want to do more are using their imaginations and creative endeavors, inspiring others to take unique action.

Students at a school in Spain wrote and performed a play and illustrated a book to raise climate change awareness, while a teen from California used her artistic skills to raise thousands of dollars for wildlife. On March 28, people around

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the world participated in the World Wildlife Fund’s Earth Hour by collectively turning off lights at 8:30 p.m. while holding eco-events, and others are joining in the global tree-planting campaign of The Nature Conservancy (TNC).

Reversing course may seem insurmountable, but individuals have a lot of power, says Dan Shepard, UN global communications officer: “The choices we make, the things we do, collectively matter and can have a huge impact on the world.”

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“I wanted to inspire other kids,” Ember says of her bicycle trek for polar bears. “I love animals and they deserve to not die.”

According to a 2019 UN Global Assessment Report on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services, more than 1 million species are threatened with extinction, and one of the main reasons is climate

I love to see what young people are doing, because if we collectively use our voice to amplify the facts about climate change, we can work to find solutions.

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~Elan Strait change, say experts, including Nikhil Advani, director of Climate Communities and Wildlife at the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). Protecting large predators is one key to enriching biodiversity, Advani says.

“The top of the food chain has a significant impact on prey species and the ecosystem.”

But predators are suffering because of humans that are feeling the impacts of climate change, Advani says. Long droughts have forced many Kenyan pastoralists to enter protected parks and compete with wildlife for water and grazing land, resulting in lion deaths as retaliation for killing livestock. In the Himalayas, as the Earth warms, snow leopard habitat is being encroached for pastureland. In Zimbabwe, farmers have turned to chopping down trees for wood as an alternative economic opportunity. “Everybody is stressed and competing for resources,” Advani says. “It is a very severe result of climate change.”

Advani and researchers are working in tandem with local societies in 30 countries across Africa, Central America and Asia to fund novel projects under the Wildlife Adaptation Innovation Fund. For instance, they are piloting a rainwater harvesting project to help farmers get through the dry seasons and are constructing concrete and mudbrick nests to help albatross breed better in Tasmania. These special projects are based on available levels of donations that are sometimes crowd-sourced.

Raising funds for innovative projects, as well as increasing awareness of what’s happening, is an important grassroots strategy, says Elan Strait, WWF director of U.S. climate campaigns. It can be as simple as sharing updates, tagging social media influencers and instigating a rallying cry. WWF has its own program called Panda Ambassadors in which conservation activists of all ages can get tips and tools to promote specific projects they feel most passionate about.

“I love to see what young people are doing, because if we collectively use our voice to amplify the facts about climate

change, we can work to find solutions,” Strait says. “And we need facts to get out there because, at least in the U.S., some people think climate change is still a controversy and are afraid to talk about it, but we should have that conversation with friends and family so we can find solutions.”

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Getting involved in grassroots-level strategies is empowering not only for kids, but for adults that need their resiliency and inspiration, says Janet Stringer, manager of donor relations at Polar Bears International, in Bozeman, Montana. “In my work, I hear from so many people who are feeling deep despair about the climate crisis. I draw hope from the children who write to us, sharing stories and pictures about their dreams for a future that includes polar bears,” says Stringer. “I think we owe it to the next generation to work as hard as we can to come together and make the necessary changes to ensure that polar bears—and all wildlife—are not a species we learn about in the pages of a book, but a wild species that we can see with our own eyes, reminding us of how special our planet is and why it deserves our respect.”

One of her favorite examples comes from students at the Daina-Isard school, in Olesa de Montserrat, Spain, and their climate-driven projects with teacher Connie Darilek, who asked the Aquarium of Barcelona to help them grow plankton, an organism threatened by warming seas.

“They gave us plankton and jellyfish, and it was really amazing for the students to learn the [Arctic] food chain and how serious it would be losing the polar bear on top,” Darilek says. Students recently published the book Nanuc, a story about a polar bear that they also illustrated, now in its second printing.

Josie Martin, 13, of Solana Beach, California, has raised $8,700 for conservation of rhinos, elephants, pangolins, gorillas and polar bears by giving

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Approaching each painting as a new dialogue and experiment with her surroundings, Herrera has enriched her creativity and artistic vision through experimentation. She is versatile in various styles, including traditional, impressionistic, stylized and abstract.

Paintings by Herrera have found a home in many private and public collections, including The Frame Gallery at the Parker Astin Arts Center, The Gallery, at Round Top, and the Weiler House Fine Art Gallery, in Fort Worth.

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Other accomplishments by Herrera include co-authoring The Art of Painting Sea Life in Watercolor: Master techniques for painting spectacular sea animals in watercolor and illustrating The One in the Cherry Tree.

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watercolor paintings to those that donate to charities through her PayPal Giving page at Chuffed.org/project/peace-lovehope-for-rhinos. “Each year, I think I’m getting a little bit better at creating art which sends a strong message,” she says.

“The message I try to express is that some of our best-known wild animals might in my lifetime no longer be on the planet. I think the difference I make through art is that I am helping to raise awareness for important animal conservation work.”

There’s no one solution to climate change, says Catherine Macdonald, TNC director of natural climate solutions for North America. “We really have to try, all of us. It’s important that everyone feel they can contribute, because everything does make a difference, and no action is too small.”

For those that are not art-inclined, one of the best things people can do is to plant trees, Macdonald says, whether it’s

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“Climate change is definitely a growing concern that we are facing, and as more people understand there is a problem and what the solutions are, the more influence we can have on the big decision-makers, whether that’s government or corporations that make our products,” she says. “And being aware informs voters to advance climate action.”

While Josie, Ember, Azalea and the students at Daina-Isard aren’t old enough to vote, their message is strong.

“I’m worried about the impact climate change will have on our future,” Josie says. “I think people should protest peacefully for the things they believe in and that more people should exercise their right to vote for leaders who care about the youth in our world and the generations to come. I also think people should try to spend a little bit of their time taking action for what they want to see changed in our world.”

Julie Marshall is a Colorado-based writer and author of Making Burros Fly: Cleveland Amory, Animal Rescue Pioneer. Connect with her at FlyingBurros@gmail.com.

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I want you to act as if the house is on fire, because it is. ~Greta Thunberg 2019 World Economic Forum

Climate Warriors Unite A Call to Action

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strike initiative—Fridays n November 2018, one of We are the the worst fires in Caliones we’ve been for Future—has become a worldwide phenomenon. fornia history overtook waiting for.

On December 14, 2018, the town of Paradise and surrounding communities, ~Solemi Hernandez Villaseñor began her own Friday vigils outside the killing 88 people and destroyU.N.—sometimes alone, other times with ing more than 18,000 buildings. Alexandria Villaseñor, who was visiting family 100 miles friends she’s inspired to take action; she also away in her hometown of Davis, experienced helped organize the 2019 Global Climate Strike in New York City, attended by more the suffocating effects of the smoke: Every than 300,000 people, and founded Earth breath was difficult for the asthmatic teen Uprising, a nonprofit global youth movewho is now 14 and lives in New York City. ment. She’s one of 16 youngsters, along with

The fire changed Villaseñor’s life. “I was very upset, and I wanted to understand Thunberg, that filed a legal complaint with the U.N. demanding that France, Germany, why these fires were happening,” she says.

Brazil, Argentina and Turkey curb their “I started to research climate change and carbon emissions. wildfires, and began to see the scientific

“There are so many ways that young connection between the two.” people can get involved,” says Villaseñor.

Awakened by personal concerns and “They can give presentations about climate ignited by emerging role models, activchange in their classes and communities. ists of all ages are learning how to become Go out with a sign and protest, or lobby effective climate warriors. Watching Greta politicians. Have clear demands of what Thunberg speak soon after the California you want your city or town to do. I’ve seen disaster to world leaders at COP 24, the local action influence action nationally United Nations Climate Change Conferand internationally.” ence in Poland, empowered Villaseñor

Dianne Rhodes, 76, of Saskatoon, to take to the streets and protest. “Greta Canada, began her activism in 2006 gave permission to students all around after seeing Al Gore’s documentary An the world to make their voices heard,” she Inconvenient Truth. “It was shocking what says of the Swedish teenager whose school

we were doing to the environment, our home, our planet. It hit me like a freight train, and I saw the urgency,” she says.

Rhodes trained with Gore, enabling herself to give up-to-date, truthful and science-based slide presentations. Her talks vary in subject and audience, from composting instructions for a group of pre-K kids to in-depth climate science for business professionals. “Activism is a way of letting people know what’s happening. It’s so important to get that awareness, to give people hope and then to show them how they can make a difference,” she explains.

Rhodes recommends both grassroots and “grass-top” action, including protest marches, working directly with city planners and changing personal behavior and choices at home. She’s excited about a new initiative in Canada: “We’re doing town hall meetings all across the country based on the Green New Deal … where people talk about how to get a city’s carbon emissions down—what we can do in our neighborhoods, and how we can go after our city governments to get them behind this as fast as possible.”

Solemi Hernandez, 41, a Venezuelan immigrant raising two sons in Naples, Florida, quit her job and took out a loan so she could dedicate all her time to environmental activism. “Ecosystems are about to collapse and we don’t know the exact tipping point. I don’t see a healthy future for my kids,” she says.

One month after her dramatic decision, the Citizens Climate Lobby hired her to become its southeast regional coordinator. “We’re going to create and elect new decision-makers instead of trying to change those leaders that are not representing us.”

In 2019, Hernandez attended COP 25 in Spain and saw Thunberg up close speaking to thousands of cheering activists. “Greta is an inspiration, but it’s not on her shoulders to solve the issues,” she says.

“It’s on us to organize in our communities, see what can we do personally and not look to her to be the savior. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for.”

Sandra Yeyati is a contributor to Natural Awakenings and past president of the Naples, Florida, Press Club. Connect at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

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MOVING THROUGH CHRONIC PAIN How Exercise Can Heal What Hurts

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hen our body keeps hurting, especially if it’s been that way for a long time, it’s natural to want to snuggle into pillows with a good movie and move as little as possible. And for many years, that’s the kind of rest that doctors recommended for the 20 percent of American adults suffering from chronic pain.

But with a plethora of studies showing that exercise can reduce pain severity, enable better physical functioning and boost morale with virtually no adverse side effects, that advice is fast changing. “Exercise helps to release endorphins, which are the body’s natural painkiller chemicals,” explains Rumki Banerjee, M.D., medical director of Apex MD, in Glen Allen, Virginia.

For those suffering from conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and low back pain, the thought of moving may be uncomfortable, and even the sight of stairs may trigger pain signals. But walking up just one step can give the brain new information. “If it’s possible to do a movement one time without pain, the brain starts to change, the door to movement reopens and we begin to end the chronic pain cycle,” says Annie Forest, a fitness trainer who 30

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specializes in the neurology of pain at Forest Coaching Studios, in Madison, Wisconsin.

A good first step is to consult an expert. “If your doctor approves, take advantage of the knowledge and expertise of a movement expert. Physical therapists, occupational therapists, Pilates trainers and yoga teachers are trained to help others move safely and more effectively,” says Peter Abaci, M.D., medical director of the Bay Area Pain and Wellness Center, in Los Gatos, California, and author of Conquer Your Chronic Pain: A Life-Changing Drug-Free Approach for Relief, Recovery, and Restoration.

The muscle pain that occurs in everyone starting a new exercise regime— known as delayed onset muscle soreness— typically lasts only a day or two, and is a sign the body is slowly gathering strength, say physical therapists.

It’s best—and probably the only thing possible for those in chronic pain—to start slow. “Walking is one exercise that gets your body moving, blood and fluids circulating, and if done outdoors, can take you out into nature to offset the amount of time spent indoors,” says physical therapist Karena

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Wu, owner of ActiveCare Physical Therapy, in New York City and Mumbai.

Slow stretching, especially if it involves holding positions up to one minute, and gentle versions of yoga, including chair yoga, have also proven helpful. A study of 228 people with chronic back pain published in the Internal Archives of Medicine found that both approaches reduced symptoms within 12 weeks and lowered the use of pain medications, and that results lasted at least six months.

Tai chi, an ancient Chinese practice that involves breath control combined with slow, fluid movements, has been shown to benefit people with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and tension headaches, among other chronic conditions. In a study in the New England Journal of Medicine, people with fibromyalgia taking tai chi classes twice a week for 12 weeks reported less pain and depression and better sleep than another group taking wellness classes and stretching sessions. Chi kung (qigong), another slow-moving, mind-body exercise, supplies similar benefits, concluded a February study published in the journal Holistic Nursing Practice.

Compared to aerobics, especially for older people with lower back pain, “Pilates may be more effective for pain and disability because exercises are more targeted to the muscles of the pelvis and trunk,” concludes a recent Brazilian study.

Aqua therapy, also known as water aerobics, reduces pressure on aching joints while still providing enough gentle resistance to build strength, plus a heated pool can relax the whole body. Swimming was shown in a 2013 study in Clinical Rehabilitation to ease the lingering pain of cancer survivors better than land exercises; studies of arthritis and fibromyalgia patients showed similar results.

It’s also key to have goals—even as simple as cooking a meal without pain. “I ask people to envision a pain-free life and imagine what that would look like, what they would do if they didn’t hurt,” says Forest. “If you say, ‘I’m a softball player and a mom who picks up her kids,’ then your brain wants to head in that direction. Having a target is really important.”

Julie Peterson writes from rural Wisconsin.

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FLOWER POWER Botanical Libations Pack Healthy Punch

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lowers and other budding botanical elements this spring aren’t just eye candy to dress the table; they can bless an everyday beverage with intoxicating new scents, flavors and colors. “It’s such a joy to see a beautiful flower or plant, smell it and then add it to a delightful beverage or meal. Plants have so much medicine to share, and it’s fun to play with that,” says Myra Sinnott, an aromatherapist and owner of Essential Botany, in Washington, D.C.

Many beverage favorites can be given a floral twist with little effort, says Cassie Winslow, author of Floral Libations: 41 Drinks + Ingredients and founder of the blog DecoTartelette.com, in Santa Cruz, California. Winslow’s go-to drinks include lavender-infused lemonade and rose petal almond milk, which can be served hot or cold. “I also love an iced lavender café au lait. If I’m feeling extra fancy, I’ll use fresh flower ice cubes, too.” Dried hibiscus is another favorite of Winslow’s, as even a few petals of the concentrated dark magenta flower will brighten and beautify any beverage—even a yogurt-based drink.

While many botanical drink recipes call for simple sugar syrup, Winslow suggests honey with a splash of water as a

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substitute. Other drinks are naturally sweet, like jasmine tea steeped in apple cider.

Sinnott likes to fuse the power of flowers with other botanical elements such as rose petals in a light raspberry drink.

“I also use rosewater in a warm elixir with a base of reishi mushroom tea, goji berries, turmeric, cinnamon and ginger, cacao, pearl powder and honey. Rose is a heart-opener and vitalizes the body with the immune-boosting reishi and the other tonifying ingredients,” says Sinnott.

Winslow stresses the importance of buying organic ingredients, as many flowers are sprayed with toxic pesticides—or better yet, home-grown. She suggests the tea aisle of natural food stores is a good place for procuring organic floral ingredients such as chamomile and jasmine, which often come unblended in whole form.

Dried flowers are easier to source and are often more potent than fresh, she says.

“Fresh is pretty, but can be more subtle in flavor.” Her rose salt recipe, which can be used to rim drinks or seasonal dishes, calls for dried roses, which have a longer shelf life and won’t clump up like fresh petals.

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While botanical ingredients can be obtained commercially, it can be more fun—and frugal—to forage for them, suggests Viljoen, founder of the blog 66SquareFeet.blogspot. com. “It’s a lot of fun to go out to collect ingredients you cannot find in the store. You can experience unique textures, flavors and perfumes, and play with wild ingredients that have been all but forgotten,” she says.

Some of Viljoen’s seasonal foraged favorites include the fragrant elderflower, honeysuckle and common milkweed flower. “I like to capture milkweed’s fragrance and deep pink color in a wild soda or a sweet cordial.”

For newbie foragers, drink ingredients can be sourced as easily as herbs from a window box, like the antiviral thyme, which makes for a delicious wild soda made from a handful of herbs, sweetener and water left on the countertop a few days to lightly ferment and fizz. Another spring favorite, tender young spruce tips, has a sour flavor that ferments well with strawberries and rhubarb, says Viljoen.

The same recipe can also be used to make vinegar, a longer process resulting in a more enduring product with great botanical properties. “You can create a sipping vinegar, which is good to mix with seltzer or slow-cook with,” says Viljoen.

Whether botanical ingredients are foraged, bought or brought in from the backyard garden to be put in a hot tea, a cocktail or a cold brew, the magic is in the making. “Flowers are endless fun to experiment with, especially when added to everyday drinks and dishes. It brings life to the kitchen,” says Winslow.

April Thompson, a freelance writer in Washington, D.C., can be reached at AprilWrites.com.

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SOOTHING BOTANICAL SIPS Unconditional Love Here’s an Indian-inspired herbal infusion featuring classic Ayurvedic herbs that help spread unconditional love that is so needed in the world right now. It’s recommended that you serve the infusion on heated rose quartz crystals; this will continue to emanate the love. This recipe is best made in larger quantities and stored for use throughout the year or whenever you need to spread or share more love with friends and family.

Yields: 3½ oz beverage .7 oz cinnamon bark (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) ½ oz ginger root (Zingiber officinalis), dried .2 oz ashwagandha root (Withania somnifera), dried .2 oz rhatavari root (Asparagus racemosus), dried ½ oz rose petals (Rosa spp), dried .4 oz rose hips (Rosa canina), dried 1 oz tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum), dried

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For the warm rose quartz: 3-4 Rough pieces of rose quartz crystal Mix all the herbs together in a large bowl, then decant into a sealable pouch or jar, being sure to store away from direct sunlight.

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Dandelion Honey Bowl of Soul “I love to make a bowl of soul when I need to unwind, as this beverage is quite soothing,” says Cassie Winslow.

“Dandelions have a subtle spice that pairs so nicely with other warming spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. Steeped in your favorite nutty milk, this’ll be your new go-to goodie when you want to sit with your thoughts, gaze out the window and sip on something warm.”

Yields: one beverage 1 cup, unsweetened, almond milk or hazelnut milk 1 Tbsp honey (or agave sweetener) 1 dandelion tea bag Freshly ground nutmeg for garnish In a small saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.

Whisk the milk, then slowly add the honey or agave sweetener and whisk together.

Pour the milk mixture into a large mug.

Add the tea bag and allow to steep for five minutes.

Discard the tea bag. Sprinkle the nutmeg on top.

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Garnishing is a great way to use fresh edible flowers and show off their natural shapes and colors, says Cassie Winslow, author of Floral Libations: 41 Drinks + Ingredients and founder of the blog DecoTartelette.com, in Santa Cruz, California. “Unless it’s a small pretty bloom, you’ll want to just use a couple of petals though, as whole flowers can be hard to drink around otherwise.”

Simply infusing fragrant flowers in water overnight can be a refreshing upgrade to table water, says Marie Viljoen, author of Forage, Harvest, Feast and the 66-Square-Feet blog, based in Brooklyn.

“Go for flowers with lots of fragrance, like jasmine, roses or violets. Just put in cool water overnight and strain out the flowers in the morning.”

Drinks can be dressed up with a floral sugar or salt rim using rose or lavender.

“I like to rim half the glass on the side and not just the top, to give it a cascading effect,” says Winslow.

Another fun party trick is to set up a bar and let guests garnish their drinks themselves.

Winslow suggests almost any cocktail recipe can be turned into a mocktail by using sparkling water instead of alcohol; for example, a virgin lilac margarita greyhound.

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ports Canadian researchers; eco-friendly cleaning agents do not harm kids’ health, they found. A solution of one part white vinegar to three parts water can be used to clean counters, floors and toilets. The acetic acid in vinegar can deactivate even the flu and tuberculosis viruses, recent studies have shown.

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healthy home for kids looks much like what’s needed for a healthy planet: clean air, clean water and clean food, all of which create a space in which our children can be well and thrive.

This means taking active steps to eliminate everyday contaminants that can harm their developing organs and brains. “Children are not mini-adults. Their bodies cannot filter out toxins and chemicals as effectively as a full-grown adult body can,” says

Kimberly Button, author of The Everything Guide to a Healthy Home: All You Need to Know to Protect You and Your Family from Hidden Dangers. Here are some practical steps to take.

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Clean Water

n Get a water test. Because children drink more water per pound than adults,

even low levels of contaminants can impact their IQ and behavior.

Check with the local health department to see if it offers free test kits, buy one at a hardware store or find a local lab by calling the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 800-426-4791. n Purify it. Several types of water purification systems, including tap-mounted, under-sink and pitchers, are effective and affordable, ranging from $20 to $300. Seek filters certified by the National Sanitation Foundation testing agency that address contaminants identified by the water test.

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n Buy organic when possible. “Swapping to mostly organic foods is a good way to reduce your child’s daily toxic burden and reduce their risk of developing gut issues, autoimmune diseases, and food sensitivities and allergies,” says Caitlin Self, a licensed dietitian and functional nutritionist in Baltimore who blogs at FrugalNutrition.com. Using the list of the Dirty Dozen pesticideladen produce compiled by the Environmental Working Group (ewg.org/foodnews) as well as its recommended Clean 15 makes shopping organic easier. n Clean produce of pesticides.

Simply rinsing produce under cold water for 30 seconds reduces pesticide residues for nine of 12 pesticides, a study by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station found. Saltwater or vinegar rinses also remove pesticides effectively, and in a recent Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry study, soaking apples

in one ounce of baking soda to 100 ounces of water for 15 minutes removed 80 and 96 percent of two pesticides, respectively, even under the skin of the fruit. n Stock up on healthy snacks. After-school munchies are not only natural, but healthy. “Kids’ little tummies tend to need more frequent feedings than fully formed adults to ensure they have stable blood sugar,” says Self. Rather than highly processed crackers, pudding and most granola bars, offer combos like grapes with cheese, celery with peanut butter or hummus on whole-wheat bread. “Some parents will need to rely on some more packaged snacks to get through,” says Self, who recommends trail mix, fresh fruit or crispy chickpeas.

Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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• Quercetin – in mouse studies, this substance found in foods such as onions significantly reduced infection rates for both Ebola and Zika virus. It is also anti-inflammatory.

• Lipoic Acid – boosts type 1 interferon response and is an antioxidant.

• N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) – promotes production of the antioxidant glutathione in the body. In a study with 262 elderly patients, those taking NAC were over 3 times more likely to be asymptomatic with influenza infection, compared to the control group.

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by Carol Kline

y its very definition, luck is random, capricious and based on chance rather than our own actions. Yet there is reason to believe that might not be the whole story—that living a charmed life and being lucky both in love and a chosen field is within our control. Recent research in the field of positive psychology and the experiences of consistently lucky people show that we can, and in fact already do make our own luck.

Although there will always be an element of chance to luck—both good and bad—we have more influence over the events in our lives than we realize. This means a great deal of our luck can be changed, and quickly, with a little conscious attention.

The first step is changing our ideas about how luck works. Stanford University professor and luck expert Tina Seelig, Ph.D., explains that the key is “understanding that luck is rarely a lightning strike— isolated and dramatic—but a wind that blows constantly… You need to build a sail made up of certain tiny behaviors to catch the winds of luck.” Here are a few ideas and ways for us to get started in raising our sails and harnessing the winds of luck.

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Become aware of our own negative conditioning about luck. Most of

us have decided on an unconscious level how lucky we deserve to be. To turn our luck around often requires “lifting curses”; rooting out those limiting beliefs we’ve acquired along the way that become selffulfilling prophecies.

Take bold action consistently.

Think of action as a cosmic lottery ticket. The more actions we take, the more chances we have to win. To turbocharge this step, we must get out of our comfort zone; meet new people, change our daily routine and do things that stretch us. Fortune favors the bold.

Learn to listen to inner mental, emotional and physical promptings.

Being true to our deepest values, priorities and intuitions, and staying centered in our bodies while we move through space, are the keys to being in the right place at the right time, a common definition of luck.

When we focus on the elements of luck that are within our control, chance becomes less important. Begin today and watch good fortune blossom.

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Brigit Strawbridge Howard on Rediscovering Nature

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by April Thompson

ee advocate, Bees have been a wildlife gardener portal to the natural and naturalworld for me. It happens ist Brigit Strawbridge when many people get Howard was alarmed interested in a specific the moment she realspecies because everyized she knew more thing is interconnected, about the French Revoand you start to notice lution than the native the whole web of life. trees around her. Howard’s realization that she What makes had lost touch with the bees distinct natural world led her from other on a journey deep into kinds of insects? the fascinating world of Bees go out specifically honeybees, bumblebees, to collect pollen and and the often unsung nectar to feed their superpollinator solitary larvae; other insects bees, chronicled in her It’s never too late to eat pollen and are book Dancing with reconnect and find important pollinators, Bees: A Journey Back to but don’t collect it for the curiosity and awe Nature. Howard writes, their young. They also speaks and campaigns that you experienced tend to visit the same to raise awareness of the as a child. flower species again importance of native and again, which other pollinators don’t wild bees and other pollinating insects. She always do. lives in North Dorset, England, with her husband, Rob, where they love to bee-watch How has your study of bees in their backyard garden.

What first piqued your interest in bees?

Initially, apocalyptic headlines about bee decline and colony collapse with female worker bees leaving hives and not coming back alarmed me from a human food chain perspective. It happened to be around the time I realized I had completely lost touch with the natural world I so loved as a child.

I started looking for bees and became completely immersed in their world; the more I watched them, the more I lost track of time and the more questions I had. I also began to more worry about the bees themselves than about their decline’s effect on us.

affected you personally?

I dropped out of school as a teenager. Bees are the only thing I’ve truly ever studied; I am self-taught in insect biology and ecology. I have read scientific papers that I would have never thought were for the likes of me in my quest to understand more about bees.

Also, when I feel overwhelmed with life, because of my interest in bees I have something else to focus on. I can lose hours and hours walking in the woods and totally forget my problems. I have learned to tune into the tiny things, the fungi and miniscule plants I would have otherwise walked past.

What is one of the most interesting aspects of bee behavior?

Some years ago, I remember vividly a day on my patio listening to bees with my eyes closed and seeing if I could recognize them by their buzzes. Bumblebees have a deep booming buzz, for example, and I recognized this, but suddenly it changed to a high-pitched sound like a dental drill.

I opened my eyes, and it was a bumblebee going round and round the sides of a Welsh poppy, sounding really frantic and having a pollen bath. As it turns out, she was sonicating, otherwise known as buzz foraging.

This is how bees pollinate tomatoes. A lot of flowers don’t give up pollen easily, but the bumblebee knows exactly what to do. It grasps the flower and continues to vibrate without moving its wings. This produces high-frequency vibrations that trigger the tomato flower to open and explodes pollen out onto the bee.

What are a few ways that we can help support bee populations?

Maintain gardens, backyards and balconies with a variety of nectar-rich plants and create habitat for bees to nest in. Plant flowers that will bloom in succession. Stop using pesticides, insecticides and other chemicals, because the bees are taking that cocktail of chemicals back to the hive or nest, and collectively they are more dangerous than the sum of their parts. Also, dare to be less tidy in your garden; grow wildflowers and let flowering weeds like clover and dandelions be. Watch and see what comes. It won’t just be the bees: If we get it right for the bees, it spirals out to other species.

It’s never too late to reconnect and find the curiosity and awe that you experienced as a child. It was bees that captured my attention and imagination; for someone else it may be something else, but if you make time to stop, sit and look around you, you will find the wonder in nature.

April Thompson is a freelance writer in Washington, D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.

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healing ways

Our spaces are not meant to be stagnant, but to evolve through each stage of our lives.

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A Home That Heals Creating a Nurturing Space

by Marlaina Donato

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ome, whether a humble studio apartment or a dream house, is a critical facet of well-being, a spiritual headquarters from which good health springs. Everyone in the family, including two- and four-legged children, can benefit from an environment that feels like a sacred space. Creating nourishing corners, along with more open areas that feed the senses and a system of functional ease, can be a deep and rewarding act of self-care.

“Our home is by far one of the most significant investments we’ll ever make.

Our spaces are not meant to be stagnant, but to evolve through each stage of our lives,” says feng shui expert Bridget Saraka, of Saskatoon, Canada.

Ali English, owner of Eldrum Interiors, in Lincolnshire, England, concurs, “We all need a safe holt to return to, that space where we can be utterly ourselves, utterly at peace.”

Sanctuary and Mental Health Investing in harmony does not require a high price tag. “It’s important to have a mental vision of what this means, and for me, there are three major components: peace, order and beauty,” says Texas-based designer Rachel Anne Ridge, who blogs at HomeSanctuary.com.

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Like water and wind, harmony within the home should also flow. “Listening to the energies in your home and taking the time to move furniture around until you have a placement that makes your head feel calm is really important,” says English.

Feng shui—the ancient Chinese system of creating harmony in personal and professional spaces—prioritizes color psychology. “More times than I can count, I’ve had clients report loss of motivation after painting their homes taupe. They’ve also reported weight gain and digestive disorders,” says Saraka. “It’s best to use colors that reflect light, especially for homes in locations where winter is long and days are short.”

Disruptive clutter is another key player in eliciting discontent, especially for children that are sensitive to environmental stimulus.

“A space that is cluttered can cause emotional distress, resulting in less-than-desirable behaviors,” says Saraka. “Something as simple as the lines of the furniture can feel sharp, creating anxiety. It all matters.”

Cultivating Comfort

Soul-inspiring visuals, satisfying textures and natural, delightful scents are all desirable domestic companions. A small, ambient lamp

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in a bathroom or a spring-colored sheer in a window can invite the benediction of light.

“Step outside the room and then come back in as a guest,” suggests Ridge. “What do you notice with your newcomer’s eyes?

What does the room feel like? What smells are you aware of? Do you need to move a cat litter box to another area of the house?

Would an area rug soften the hard sounds of foot traffic? Pause on each of your senses and make notes.”

Bringing the Outdoors In

Incorporating organic elements can boost the vitality of any living space. “House plants are a wonderful way to bring the green world into our homes. Go for organic ones if possible, and if you’re worried you may forget to water them, consider plants like scented leaf pelargoniums; for example, Royal Oak. They thrive on neglect and can also provide some wonderful room fragrances,” says English.

She also suggests including natural or quality faux branches and blooms in the home as ways of decorating—berries to provide splashes of rich orange, pine cones dabbed with metallic paint, or even long stems of ivy leaves twisted into garlands.

Having live plants in the home also benefits physical health. “Adding a few real plants to a space can help reduce environmental toxins found in paints and manmade products, as well as electromagnetic frequencies—by-products of electronics.”

Ridge concurs, “Cacti can be a charming alternative for those of us who don’t have a green thumb, but still want to enjoy a living plant indoors.”

In the end, a place of sanctuary comes from a place of love. English sums it up best: “If you pour that sense of love into your home, you will, over time, find that mirrored back at you, and you’ll feel it whenever you go through your front door.”

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eedles make most pet parents cringe, but those used for acupuncture don’t hurt animals, they help. They are what traditional Chinese veterinary medicine has used for thousands of years to enhance blood circulation, balance the nervous system and promote release of pain-relieving hormones in animals ranging from rabbits to horses.

“It’s a holistic approach that pinpoints the issues, unlike medicines that must go through the entire body,” says C.J. Schnier, coach for the University of Wisconsin women’s polo team. The five thoroughbreds and a quarter horse on her Verona, Wisconsin, farm have a standing appointment every three weeks with a veterinarian that performs acupuncture for their injuries, arthritis, colic and immune systems.

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acupuncture helps animals such as reptiles, rabbits and livestock as a complement to Western medicine or other body work to alleviate pain and speed recovery. “All animals can have acupuncture,” says veterinarian Carol Jean Tillman, of the Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital, in Las Vegas. She uses acupuncture for dogs and cats with musculoskeletal conditions such as lameness due to injuries, arthritis and paralysis, and also finds it helpful for allergies, immune system problems and digestive issues.

A 2016 review of veterinary acupuncture clinical trials published in the American Journal of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine concluded that it was safe and effective in treating a wide range of medical conditions like canine hip dysplasia, pain from osteoarthritis and surgery, intervertebral disc disease, seizure disorders, vomiting, inflammatory bowel disease, cardiac and respiratory problems, and depression and anxiety.

The Many Methods

Dry needle acupuncture is what most people recognize—the use of thin, solid, metallic needles inserted into specific

meridian acupoints on a body. There is also aquapuncture, that involves injection of a liquid, such as diluted vitamin B12, into an acupoint to relieve muscle pain and discomfort. Moxibustion is a technique used for joint stiffness or allergies in which a heated Chinese herbal compound is applied to or held over acupoints. Electrostimulation, sending an electrical current through pairs of inserted needles, takes less time and creates longer-lasting effects.

“Electrostimulation is very effective for treating neurological conditions such as radial nerve paralysis, facial nerve paralysis, disc disease and any condition that requires strong stimulation,” says veterinarian Bernadette Aleksey, at the Adorable Pets Veterinary Center, in Haddam, Connecticut. She regularly treats dogs, cats and horses for arthritis, neck and back pain, as well as neurological and gastrointestinal problems.

Results similar to acupuncture can be obtained without using needles. Acupressure using hands, cupping therapy using special cups or cool laser stimulation using low levels of light can stimulate hard-to-reach acupoints or work for animals that are too restless for needles. “Depending on the severity of the condition, acupuncture treatment could be recommended daily for several days, then spaced out to every week, then as-needed or once a month,” says Tillman.

Precise placement of tiny needles into an ailing dog or a massive horse seems fraught with risk, but the animals only need to be gently restrained and plied with treats during the first treatment.

They generally relax quietly for subsequent treatments.

Even Sienna, Schnier’s typically reactive thoroughbred mare, stands still for acupuncture around a swollen eye. “She knows it’s being done to help her,” Schnier says. And her 17-year-old cat held still for tiny needles placed in the sinus areas that helped it breathe better.

In a clinical setting, pets may be more apprehensive, but there are workarounds such as lasers or aquapuncture. “We provide a relaxing environment. The lighting is dimmed, we play relaxing music and treats are encouraged,” says Aleksey.

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FRIDAY, APRIL 3 Teeth Clenchers - Learn to SMILE and Kiss Your Way to a More OPEN YOU! – 5pm Friday, seminar April 3-5. Full weekend seminar Friday evening 5pm - Sunday 4pm. Learn Concepts and Practical Applications from the Feldenkrais Method® with Bonnie Kissam, M.A., Feldenkrais Practitioner®, and through slow, gentle movements, quiet deep-seated muscular holding patterns – even in the Jaw. Experience movements that develop better organization of your head, neck and shoulders as you discover how simple shifts in action in fingers or eyes can affect your voice and whole self. 15 CEs for LMTs & movement/yoga teachers. Through partner collaboration learn to TOUCH to observe, support and INFORM. At Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota. Call 941-360-2248, or visit TouchToInform.com.

Dreams, Life, Death, and the Alchemical Wedding Between Worlds - 7-9 pm. Dr. Monika Wikman, Jungian analyst, astrologer and author of Pregnant Darkness: Alchemy and the Rebirth of Consciousness, has conducted years of doctoral research at UC San Diego Medical Center on dreams of the dying and has spent decades working with people in the dying process, and she will discuss her research and findings on the dreams, synchronicities and experiences of archetypal phenomena that surround death. $15 members/$25 nonmembers and CEs available for additional cost. Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota, 3975 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota. Register at CGJungSarasota.org or call 941-952-8188.

SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Dreams, Life, Death, and the Alchemical Wedding Between Worlds - 9 am-1 pm. Dr. Monika Wikman, Jungian analyst, astrologer and author of Pregnant Darkness: Alchemy and the Rebirth of Consciousness, has conducted years of doctoral research at UC San Diego Medical Center on dreams of the dying and has spent decades working with people in the dying process, and she will discuss her research and findings on the dreams, synchronicities and experiences of archetypal phenomena that surround death. $55 members/$65 nonmembers and CEs available for additional cost. Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota, 3975 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota. Register at CGJungSarasota.org or call 941-952-8188.

Psychic Saturday Readings and Healings 10:30am-1pm. 15-minute readings $20. Vibrational Healing, Love Donation. Gift certificates available.

Sarasota Center of Light. 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-9536620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

TUESDAY APRIL 7 Intro to Alternative Forms of Healing - 7-8:30pm.

With Rev. Lisa Johnson. Explore techniques and methods of healing, from simple to complex, that can make a difference in your well-being, health and in your life. Learn about and the “how to’s” of these forms of healing.

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$20. Offered online if a public gathering is not possible. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave., 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8 Easter Divine Light Service - 7pm. You are invited to be a part of the sacred energy and connection this candlelit service.Those who attend will enjoy wonderful music, an inspirational talk and receive an inspirational message from one of their mediums.

Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave., 941953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 9 Meditation to Enhance Well-Being - 1:30-3pm.

You will be led by Master Teacher Caroline Crawford to learn techniques for self-development and healing. Sessions will be repeated on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month, March through June.

Next session April 23rd. Reconnect to the energy and inspiration of your True Nature, enjoy peace and renewed energies for mind, body and soul. $10 donation requested, further info call or text 941402-9595. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship 3231 Gulf gate Dr, Suite 204, Sarasota. More info, CMFSarasota.org, CarolineCrawford.org or Facebook: Caroline Crawford - Timeless Teachings.

A warm welcome awaits you.

Crystal Gemstones Workshop - Open to Your Body’s Intuition & Step into Vitality Using Crystals! - 6-7:30pm. Become to understand this ancient healing wisdom and sense the life in each Crystal.

Tune into your True Self as you tune into the Crystal Kingdom Learn about Crystal Medicine - using Crystals for healing & an agent for change. Learn how Crystals correlate to the 7 main energy centers of the body, known as Chakras, and how they work together to Harmonize the body. Learn how to care for your Crystals - to clear & activate them in order to work together to achieve successful outcomes. $25. Elysian Fields, 1273 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, Info@ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 11 Intro to Spirit Communication with Rev Jim Toole - 2-4pm. Join Just Jim to learn about, explore and experience connecting and communicating with Spirit. From accessing inner guidance to trance, Spirit Communication is a doorway to a deeper and higher experience and expression of the fullness of your being. $15. Offered online if a public gathering is not possible. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave., 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

Shaman Journey - 2-5:30pm. We enter Spring and the time of New Beginnings. We remember youth, innocence and simple play and rejoice in this new season of awakening. Here we remember the flight of the Eagle, how s/he teaches us to look and listen, to be vigilant before making our choices and decisions. The Journey is similar to a guided meditation, enhanced by the heartbeat of the large mother drum. We enter into a parallel reality where the seen and unseen, known and unknown open before us for guidance, clarity, insight and healing, RSVP. $25/advance, $30 after 4pm on 4/10, at door. At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, Rev. Zan Benham aka Butterfly Deerwoman, 941-922-7839. Zan@woman-spirit.com, WomanSpirit.com.

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SUNDAY, APRIL 12 Easter Services - 11am and 7pm. Enjoy services that will embrace and offer a Metaphysically Spiritual celebration of Easter. A spiritual talk and meditation at the 11am celebration and a spiritual talk and spirit messages at the 7pm celebration. Offered online if a public gathering is not possible. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave., 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15 Art in the Dark - 7-9pm. For this night, Tammy Kubiak will help all to use their intuition, along with different artistic tools and media while working blindfolded, to let go and create a spiritual work of art. The evening will start with a guided meditation to speak with our teachers and creative guides, to ask that they work with us to give us needed messages through our art. There will be a discussion share and the night will end with a grounding and snacks. $20 donation. All art supplies will be provided. Reservations please. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, 941-539-9703, CMFSarasota, Facebook is CMF of Sarasota.

THURSDAY, APRIL 16 Join us for a Cool Night Out at Point Lumineux - 5-7pm. CoolSculpting Event - Sponsored by Allergan. We will be performing demonstrations on a few different procedures and you will be given the opportunity to sit in on scheduled consultations to answer any additional questions you may have. This is a Free Event! We’ll have a raffle to win up to two free cycles, a $1,500 value, and we’ll offer special pricing to anyone who signs up for CoolSculpting procedures that evening. Also, we’re so excited to announce we’re now offering financing through Green Sky Financing. RSVP and learn everything you need to know about the CoolSculpting procedure. Call 941-217-6828 to schedule your consultation and reserve your spot today! Point Lumineux, 2206 Jo An Drive, Ste 4, Sarasota.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18 Intuitive Arts Fair - 10:30am-5:30pm. With Andrea, Jackie, Nate & Susan. First come, first served!

Elysian Fields, 1273 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 941361-3006, Info@ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

Celestial Mystical Fair - 11am-4pm. Come and learn what Summer has in store for you. Join us in our spiritual oasis. Experienced mediums and healers available. 20 min. reading/$25 donation. We will also have a crystal bowl healer/reader, card readers and healers working. Plus, we will offer pendulums, homemade essential oil health blends, crafts and other hand-made gifts for sale. Come for the fun, and to benefit from any one or several of the services being offered. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, 941-539-9703, CMFSarasota, Facebook is CMF of Sarasota.

Inquire Within Goddess Shoppe: The Environment - 11am-1pm. This is a topic that catches most people’s attention since it impacts all our lives. How is our environment being contaminated in ways that many may not even understand or believe? This discussion will involve exploring things to look for and be aware of in order to best protect our health

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in our current physical environment. We will examine germ theory vs. host theory as well as current standard of care in the ‘healthcare system.’ Making intuitive and informed choices with discernment is the goal in discussing our current physical environment and how it impacts our health. Please R.S.V.P.

by April 17th, call 941-330-9274, or email Susan@ TheGoddessShoppe.net, Inquire Within Goddess Shoppe,1653 5th St Sarasota.

Cooking Mama at Point Lumineux – 420 Gummies Workshop - 1pm. Join us at Point Lumineux or an hour and a half of fun! You now have your MMJ card and you may already know how to vape, dab, smoke…let us teach you how to ingest medical marijuana. $50 class fee will include: ingredients to make flavored gummies, molds to make your gummies, recipe, whisk to take home (participants must provide your own MMJ concentrate product), dosing information. All registered participants must have a valid Florida MMJ card and must provide their own mmj product. Cooking Mama and Pt. Lumineux are not responsible for any adverse reactions or actions following the workshop. Point Lumineux, 2206 Jo An Drive, Ste 4, Sarasota, 941-217-6828.

TUESDAY, APRIL 21 The Metaphysics of Christianity - 7-8:30pm. With Revs. Jim Toole and Phyllis Lambert. Revs Phyllis and Jim will take you on a journey that explores Christianity from a metaphysically spiritual point of view. Look higher and deeper into a meaning of Christianity that can influence and inspire a new way of being and living. $15. Offered online if a public gathering is not possible. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave., 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 23 All About Your Dreams - 7-9pm. Have you had a dream that felt like it meant something more? One with objects and themes that felt deep, but left you wondering what it is all about? Hopefully the dream was clear enough for you to write it down, to further explore. Once we begin to understand our dreams, it can help us greatly to continue our life path. In this class, Intuitive and Medium Cheryl Buchanan with 22 years’ experience, will explore the dream with your spirit guide or loved one, to interpret the possible deeper meaning. Note that the interaction with others in the class often proves to be helpful for understanding your dream. So, bring your journal, share your dream and let’s explain it. $20 donation is requested, reservations please, text or call 937-418-7068. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204. Sarasota, CMFSarasota, Facebook is CMF of Sarasota.

SATURDAY, APRIL 25 Inquire Within Goddess Shoppe - 11am. Julie Vaccaro of The Oiled Jewel will be joining us with her Diffuser & Gemstone Bracelets. You will be able to shop her collection at a discount, place custom orders and learn how you can use them as part of a daily mindful self-care practice. Julie started The Oiled Jewel with the intention of sharing her love of essential oils, living mindfully and creating ritual.

“It’s so important to take time for ourselves, even if just for a moment each day. I hope that wearing my jewelry is a gentle reminder of that for you.”

For details, call 941-330-9274, or email Susan@ TheGoddessShoppe.net. Inquire Within Goddess Shoppe,1653 5th St Sarasota.

Past Life Regression - 1-3pm. Hypnotist and past-life reader Susan Spiezio will be conducting this group past life regression session. Feel free to bring pillows, blankets, or anything that would make you feel more comfortable while lying on the carpeted floor. Chairs will also be provided. A short discussion will follow for anyone who wishes to discuss their experience. $20 donation requested.

More info from Susan at 941-807-4624. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFSarasota, Facebook is CMF of Sarasota.

SUNDAY, APRIL 26 The Universal Service -10:30am. This weekly egalitarian worship service celebrates all of humanity’s religions and spiritual traditions on a single altar. Reverends rotate leading the services each week. Rev. Zan Benham will officiate this one.

Her title is, All Is Related. At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, Something for everybody. RisingTideInternational.org. Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

Sound Bath Sundays! - 5pm. Point Lumineux is so excited to announce we will be starting Sound Bath Sundays! Once a month please come let it all go and bask in the harmonic vibrations of the gong, crystal bowls and the exquisite, angelic harp. The duration of the experience will be approximately one hour. Please bring your own mat and/or blanket to help you completely melt into the sounds. Contact Point Lumineux, 941-217-6828 for any additional information and to RSVP as space is limited. The

FRIDAY, APRIL 24 Crystal and Tibetian Bowls Concert 7-8:30pm. Let the Vibrations of the Bowls integrate into your body and let your spirit soar. With guest “Mom Jennie” 101 years young playing along with Robert Austin. Bring a blanket, cushions and pillows if you like. $20 donation requested. Reservations please - call or text 941-822-9046. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFSarasota, Facebook is CMF of Sarasota.

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classifieds HOUSECLEANING. Enjoy your free time and let us do what we do best: Housecleaning to your healthy satisfaction. Call Paula for a free estimate 941-320-4052. experience is a $10 donation that helps to further support Sound Bath Sundays. Point Lumineux, 2206 Jo An Drive, Ste 4, Sarasota.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 Free Medical Cannabis Educational Event - Sponsored by Muv, Trulieve, Surterra - 5:307:30pm. Please join us for our informational event.

Here, you will find answers to your questions, obtain product knowledge, and speak with our doctors in reference to consultations – now available to clients who qualify at Point Lumineux! We are excited about this educational seminar sponsored

by Muv, Trulieve & Surterra. We hope to see you there! Event Sponsors Muv, Trulieve & Surterra will be providing food! Call 941-217-6828 to register, Point Lumineux, 2206 Jo An Drive, Ste 4, Sarasota.

Lessons in Using Divining Rods - 7-9pm. Tammy Kubiak will teach you how to use your intuition by using Divining Rods. She will focus on utilizing the Divining Rods to tap into spirit and ask questions, as well as how to locate a person’s energy lines. $10 donation requested. Please feel free to bring your own rods, or there will be Rods available for use and/or purchase. Purchase price of the Rods will be $5-$10 dollars. Reservations please, call or text to 941-539-9703. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFSarasota, Facebook is CMF of Sarasota.

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SATURDAY, MAY 16 Autonomic Fascial Integration Level One - May 16-17th. 16 CEUs for LMTs.Innovative approach to soft tissue trauma resolution, incorporating the tensegrity matrix model of human biomechanics and the neurobiology of fascial plasticity. Compassionate, conscious bodywork. LifeSpectrumInstitute.com

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sunday Sunday Morning Wake up Class - 9am. Think outside the box and find new answers. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, 941-9553301.

Nia - 10am. With Becky. Say yes to living well with Nia: a blend of the dance, martial, and healing arts.

Also Wednesdays and Fridays at 9am. All classes only $10! Wild Ginger Apothecary in Gulf Gate, 6557 Superior Avenue. 941-312-5630, WildGingerApothecary.com.

Sunday Service and Celebration - 10am. Come join us at the Church of Light for healings, meditation and messages. Private and group readings by appointment. Contact Rev Shari. Church of Light, 2408 43rd Ave. West, Bradenton, 941-751-5683.

Unity of Sarasota – 10am. Sunday Daily Word and Meditation until 10:15. At 10:30 the Sunday Celebration service begins with a message and lively music. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Sunday Service at CMF - 10:30am. Please join us each Sunday morning for spiritual healing, an inspirational talk, special music and messages from spirit. Leave refreshed and inspired to start the new week. We feature a variety of speakers and spirit message bearers throughout the year. Refreshments and fellowship period follow the service. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Dr., Suite 204, Sarasota. 941-266-8435, CMFSarasota. org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

Universal Service -10:30am. This weekly egalitarian worship service celebrates all of humanity’s religions and spiritual traditions on a single altar.

Scriptures, songs, prayers, chants, and offerings from each religious tradition are accompanied with universalist prayers that honor all faiths as lights serving humanity’s unfoldment. Different officiates/ Cherags rotate on leading the services each week.

At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839, RisingTideInternational.org.

Unity of Sarasota- 10:30am. The uplifting service begins with music and a powerful talk by Rev. Dr. Suzi Schadle with music by Rob Satori. All are welcome. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Vibrational Healing - 10:30–11am in the sanctuary. Enjoy the energy, fellowship and inspiration of this Spiritual Community. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

Sunday Morning Celebration Service - 11am.

(Spiritual Healing available 10:30–11am). We celebrate life in an uplifting and inspirational morning service that includes singing, music, a guided meditation, greeting of the community and an inspirational talk by Rev. Jim Toole. Vibrational Healing 10:30–11am in the sanctuary. Enjoy the energy, fellowship and inspiration of this Spiritual Community. Offered online if a public gathering is not possible. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

Center for Spiritual Living Cultural Coast 11am. Virtual gathering via FaceBook Live. Join us the first Sunday each month for a contemplative/

meditative experience. The rest of the month is a bit more lively - always an inspiring message based on the Science of Mind (New Thought) philosophy, featuring local & internationally known musicians.

Contact Rev. Theresa Fieberts 941-376-0177, CSLCulturalCoast.org.

Sunday Evening Celebration Service - 7pm. Our evening service is special for the Spirit communication offered by our Pastor, Rev. Jim Toole, one of our mediums, or a guest medium. Experience the inspiration and joy as we come together for an inspirational talk, singing, music, prayer and celebrating life. Offered online if a public gathering is not possible. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

monday Drop-In Psychic Intuitive, Tarot, and Astrology - 10am-6pm, Monday through Friday, Sat 12-4pm.

Psychic, Tarot/ Astrology. Also, by appointment and special scheduled events! $25/15 minutes. Wild Ginger Apothecary in Gulf Gate, 6557 Superior Avenue. 941-312-5630, WildGingerApothecary.com.

Feldenkrais with Bonnie K - 5:45pm. Ongoing Awareness Through Movement lessons. Improve posture, body/mind connection, self-reliance. $15.

Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. 941-360-2248.

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Pub Theology - 6:30-8pm, the 2nd Mon. of the month. With Rev. Amy Zehe. Bring your Spiritual questions. Meets at Pub 32, 8383 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.

Learning to Connect Classes at CMF - 7-9pm.

Join Susan Houliston and guest instructors every Monday & Tuesday to learn techniques for connecting with Spirit. Students are given the opportunity to practice lessons to develop their skills and each class will end with healings by the “WE” for all attending. Discussion and refreshments follow. $10 donation is requested. Please refer to the CMF website CMFSarasota.org for description of the programs offered for each weekly class, or call Susan at 941-266-1696. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota.

tuesday CBD Tea with the Herbalist - 10am-12pm. Join our on-site herbalist, Paige Charron, for informal Q&A on topics of hemp CBD and herbalism for health. As always, customers are always provided a cup of herbal tea and free samples of CBD if they choose. Wild Ginger Apothecary, 6557 Superior Avenue in Gulf Gate, 941-312-5630, WildGingerApothecary.com.

ECK Wisdom on Life After Death - 9:30am-noon.

Discover illuminating answers to timeless questions about what really happens after we die. Explore heaven, near-death experiences, reincarnation, and the truth about the afterlife. Attendees will receive a gift book. Free. FGCU Conference Room, 117 Herald Court Square, Suite 211, Punta Gorda, 941-358-0325, Meetup.com/EckankarInSarasota.

Mastering the Law Of Attraction - 7-9pm. This class takes you to the leading edge of co-creation, working with the Principles of the Laws of Cause/ Effect or Sow/Reap. This is a study and support

group for living life as masterfully as we can, given our various quirks and preferences of life. We move forward in our understanding of the Law of “if you ask it is given.” $10. At Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd. Sarasota. Rev. Zan Benham, 941-9227839. Zan@woman-spirit.com, Woman-Spirit.com.

wednesday Feldenkrais with Bonnie K - 9:45 and 11am.

Awareness Through Movement class at 9:45am to improve posture, balance, and body awareness.

Ongoing Awareness Through Movement at 11am.

Lessons (in chairs/on floor) are designed to quiet non-working habitual patterns, invite you into a process for learning and offer experiences for more efficient movement. $15. Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. 941-360-2248. FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

Unity of Sarasota - 10-11am. Introduction to Tai Chi & Qi Gong with Leslie Harris-Senac. $5 per class. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Free Healing Clinic - 4-6:30pm. Our Masters tap into the Divine Source of energy to balance and heal your being. Relax and enjoy this renewing and enlightening experience. Love Donation Appreciated. Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice, 941-492-4995, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

Sound Bath Meditation - 6pm. Join for a relaxing hour sound event with Sema, Only $10. Wild Ginger Apothecary, 6557 Superior Avenue in Gulf Gate, 941-312-5630, WildGingerApothecary.com.

Calling All Starseeds - A Gathering - 7-8:30pm.

Available ONLINE (www.TheSpiritUniversity. com/Events)) and IN PERSON. It’s 2020 - we need to meet! We waited until the time was right, and now we can all shine bright our light. You know who you are, you came from afar, to be here on planet mother Earth. She is the reason you chose your birth. The time has come to gather here, we have nothing left to fear. Hosted by AnnMarie Touchette with Rod Pettit. $5 suggested donation. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Unity of Sarasota - 7pm. Weekday service with music and inspiration. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Wednesday Candlelight Healing, Intention and Meditation Service - 7pm. Please join us Wednesday evening for the new format of our Healing, Intention and Meditation service. Receive a Spiritual Healing, create healing requests and intentions and join us in a meditation. We share our energy and intentions together in our candlelit sanctuary in a truly a sacred and divine hour of gentle, peaceful, reflection and connection. Offered online if a public gathering is not possible. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

thursday Pet Grief - 7pm, 3rd Thurs of the month. A safe place to express your grief from loss of a pet.

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Intermediate Mediumship Classes, with Rev Jim Toole - 7:30- 9pm. This 8-week series will give participants an opportunity to develop their mediumship beyond the basics that was taught in the previous series. Learn and practice practical and sacred techniques to connect with spirit for personal and public expression in a sacred and highly energized environment. $15/class. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota. Please contact Rev Jim to attend, 941-330-5031, RevJimToole@ gmail.com, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

community resource guide ACUPUNCTURE/ CHINESE MEDICINE CARYN L. YOUNG, DOM, AP, OTR

Board Certified Acupuncture Physician The Integrated Path, P.A. 3148 Southgate Ci, Sarasota 941-924-8833 • IntegratedPath.com

Developing Consciousness with Rev Jim Toole 6pm. Enjoy a time of connection, checking in with each other, discussing spiritual topics and joining in a channeled meditation. All are welcome Love offering. Offered online if a public gathering is not possible. Sarasota Center of Light Ed Center 852 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, 941-330-5031, RevJimSCOL@gmail.com, SarasotaCenterofLight.com

Central Sarasota Year-Round Farmers Market - 8am-1pm, rain or shine. Every agriculture vendor at the market (fruits, vegetables, herbs, plants, etc.) is a grower or farmer, not just a reseller. The Florida House, 4454 S Beneva Rd, Sarasota. CentralSarasotaFamersMarket.com.

Bradenton Farmers’ Market - 9am-2pm. Over thirty-five vendors offering locally-grown fruits, vegetables, plants, organic products, fresh seafood, prepared foods, as well as the s of local artists, craftspeople and musicians. 1005 1st Ave W, Bradenton. 941-932-9440. RealizeBradenton.com/ our_vendors.

Dr. Christina Captain, DAOM Nationally Board Certified Dipl.Ac Complimentary Meet & Greet The Medical Complex 2650 Bahia Vista Street, Suite 101, Sarasota, 941-951-1119 •FamilyHealingCenter.com

Family Healing Center, an integrative wellness practice. Addressing all health issues we will find the key to unlock your highest level of health and wellness. Complimentary Meet & Greet

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Traditional Chinese Medicine, Functional Medicine, Energy Medicine, Medical Qigong, Chinese Herbology for the treatment of physical, energetic and spiritual disease.

Dr. Cynthia Clark 528 48th Street Circle East., Bradenton 941-923-9355 Office@LongevityWC.com LongevityWellnessClinic.com

Downtown Bradenton Farmers’ Market - 9am2pm. Features a special activity including guest chefs, raffles, arts & crafts vendors, children’s activities. Old Main St, Downtown parking/free on weekends. Dogs on leashes welcome. 941744-7484.

Psychic Fair - 10am-3pm. 2 nd & 4th Sat. Are you searching, questioning and seeking answers? Choose from some of the best Intuitive Artists in the area. See what your future holds. Complimentary refreshments. Private Readings $1/Min. Angel Ministries, 2269 Tamiami Trail, Venice, 941-492-4995, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

The Third Testament? - 11am. Introduction to the life work of Martinus. Live Stream with chat questions. Free. 941-462-3177, TheThirdTestament.info.

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Medicine with integrity: with Traditional Chinese Medicine, energy medicine, medical Qi Gong and herbs, we help to restore vitality and full functioning to your body, mind and spirit. We do this through education, treatment and healthy methods. With safe, effective and personally tailored programs, our clients experience Health Freedom!

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saturday Sarasota Farmers Market - 7am-1pm. Rain or shine. Established in 1979, the market continues its tradition of serving the community with local produce, plants, prepared foods and artisans. They currently have a full market that includes 70 vendors and 5,000 sq ft of produce and plants. 1592 Main St from Lemon Ave to Selby Five Points Park, Downtown Sarasota.

Traditional Chinese Medicine, Functional Medicine, Energy Medicine, Medical Qigong, Chinese Herbology for the treatment of physical, energetic and spiritual disease.

Dr. Ernesto Fernandez 528 48th Street Circle East., Bradenton 941-923-9355 Office@LongevityWC.com LongevityWellnessClinic.com

The Integrated Path to Health and Wellness for the whole family utilizing Traditional Chinese Medicine,Acupuncture, Energetic Medicine, Bloodwork Analysis,Clinical Nutrition Assessments and ZYTO Elite to restore balance.

Over 30 years of clinical experience!

friday Synergized Consciousness Visioning Group 12:30-2:30pm, 2nd and 4th Fridays. Michelle Marie Angel, author: “It IS A New World After All: Poetry & Prose to Inspire A New World Vision”. $40/4 weeks. Unity of Sarasota 3023 Proctor Ave. Classroom F., 541-625-3208, Smile4Love.com.

LONGEVITY WELLNESS CLINIC

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Medicine with integrity: with Traditional Chinese Medicine, energy medicine, medical Qi Gong and herbs, we help to restore vitality and full functioning to your body, mind and spirit. We do this through education, treatment and healthy methods. With safe, effective and personally tailored programs, our clients experience Health Freedom!

ACUPUNCTURE FACELIFT FACES BY DR ANNA

Anna L. Baker, D.O.M. Nationally Board Certified Acupuncture Physician 941-924-2723 • FacesByDrAnna.com

Unique muscle-tightening acupuncture facelift and necklift done with 12 hair-thin needles, none of which are on the face. Results documented photographically. Only one maintenance treatment needed every 18 months. Free consultation includes facial analysis. Monthly seminars, call for schedule.

APOTHECARY

WILD GINGER APOTHECARY

6557 Superior Avenue (Gulf Gate Shopping Village), Sarasota 941-312-5630 • WildGingerApothecary.com

Community for health + wellness.

Offering hemp CBD, bulk herbs, remedies, sage, gifts, cards, metaphysical tools, essential oils, jewelry and more! Classes and drop-in psychic readers daily. Open MonFri 10-6 and Sat 10-4.

BEAUTY

ANGELA’S PURE SALON & SPA

3510 N Lockwood Ridge Rd Sarasota 941-351-0670 AngelasPureSalon.com

We are a certified green salon whose mission is to promote natural beauty using all natural products. We offer services from hair to facials and a private infrared sauna.

INNOVATION HAIR & COSMETIC STUDIO

6309 Center Ring Rd., Near WholeFoods UTC Sarasota 941-224-6716 InnovationHairCosmeticOrganic.com InnovationTam@aol.com

An eco-friendly salon studio that specializes in authentic naturally derived and organic products and services. Our high performance hair care, color and smoothing services go beyond conventional methods and are healthier and safer for you and the environment.

BOOKSTORE/GIFT SHOPS ELYSIAN FIELDS

1273 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941-361-3006 • ElysianFieldsOnline.com

Celebrating 28 wonderful years, this award-winning store for conscious living offers a unique assortment of quality, hand-selected gifts: Jewelry, crystals, books, greeting cards, clothing, candles, aromatherapy, incense, and more………Private intuitive readings offered daily by the most reputable readers in town. Engaging classes and events monthly. Open: Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12pm5pm. Always looking for experienced teachers, psychic readers, and astrologers..

THE OM SHOPPE

4801 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941-706-3257 • www.theomshoppe.com, www.theomshoppeandspa.com

Unique and one of a kind gifts, products, and spa services. The luxury spa includes services such as S o u n d Wa v e A t t u n ementTM, Crystal Alchemy Energy AttunementTM , and massages that incorporate the ancient healing sounds of singing bowls & crystal gridding. We offer an array of healthful and personally empowering products. Enjoy a visit to our showroom and discover the largest selection of crystal singing bowls in Florida. We invite you to stop in and mention code Natural10 to receive 10% off any single item.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY COLON THERAPY CLINIC

Alain Menard • Allaesia Menard 7733 Holiday Drive • Sarasota, Fl 34231 941-922-7744• ColonTherapyClinic.com

Cleansing for digestive disorders.

Licensed 42 years. Developed gentle technique. Foot bath and ear candling.

CHIROPRACTORS GENTLEBAY SARASOTA CHIROPRACTIC

Residual Strain Therapy Eric Winder DC Offices in Sarasota and Venice, FL 941-957-8390 • eric.winder.dc@gmail.com

Professional care with a personal focus. Feel better through proper alignment, and get back to work and play!

See our website for more information.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY AND LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE

THE OM SHOPPE

4801 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941-706-3257 • www.theomshoppe.com, www.theomshoppeandspa.com

Unique and one of a kind gifts, products, and spa services. The luxury spa includes services such as S o u n d Wa v e A t t u n ementTM, Crystal Alchemy Energy AttunementTM , and massages that incorporate the ancient healing sounds of singing bowls & crystal gridding. We offer an array of healthful and personally empowering products. Enjoy a visit to our showroom and discover the largest selection of crystal singing bowls in Florida. We invite you to stop in and mention code Natural10 to receive 10% off any single item.

TERRY SCHIBLER, LMT MA11621 Fusion Therapy 7069 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941-921-7900 FusionTherapySarasota.com

Terry Schibler has 30 years experience in advanced bodywork.

He has a singular ability to trace, recognize and treat complex pain patterns through numerous modalities such as CranioSacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, Visceral and Fascial manipulation. Terry’s hands-on work is effective for a wide range of problems associated with pain and dysfunction such as Migraines, Chronic neck/back pain, Concussions, TMJ, Post-surgical dysfunction...and more.

CRYSTALS THE CRYSTAL CAVE

1899B Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 941-346-6203 CrystalCave.me

Sellers of stones, crystals, mineral specimens, fossils, jewelry, books, gifts, etc. Susan has over 25 years experience working with crystals and stones

ELYSIAN FIELDS

1273 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941-361-3006 • ElysianFieldsOnline.com

Celebrating 28 wonderful years, this award-winning store for conscious living offers a unique assortment of quality, hand-selected gifts: Jewelry, crystals, books, greeting cards, clothing, candles, aromatherapy, incense, and more………Private intuitive readings offered daily by the most reputable readers in town. Engaging classes and events monthly. Open: Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Always looking for experienced teachers, psychic readers, and astrologers.

DENTISTRY FLORIDA INTEGRATIVE DENTISTRY

Dick Chapman 2401 University Pkwy # 204, Sarasota 941-893-5968 DickChapmanDDS1@gmail.com

Our Holistic practice is committed to achieving optimal health using the highest standards in professional care and safety working together with our integrative modalities. Our approach to dentistry is based on honesty, integrity and respect.

WHITE SANDS DENTISTRY

Dr. Martina Mallery 520 48th Street Court E. Bradenton 941-748-9393 WSDentalManager@gmail.com WhiteSandsDentistry.com

Our holistic & biological dental practice offers fluoride-free, mercury-free and mercury-safe procedures, Huggins Protocol, biological extractions, jaw-bone cavitation/NICO revisions, Ozone Therapy, holistic dental hygiene protocols, phase-contrast microscopy, homeopathic support, metal-free restorations, dental material biocompatibility testing, detoxification protocols and nutritional counseling all the while taking highly conservative and preventative approach.

ENERGY HEALING HEALING ROOMBLUE LIGHT ENERGY HEALING

HEALING ROOM, ENERGY HEALING, BIOFEEDBACK STRESS MANAGEMENT, PEMF Treatments to balance over a thousand conditions!

Infrared Inversion, Sound Immersion with the Singing Bowls 718-791-3797 • PureFieldForce@gmail.com

Energy Healing helps the body with a long list of conditions, aches, pains and imbalances.

Biofeedback Scanning locates the imbalances and it also corrects them. PEMF (Pulsed Magnetic Field Therapy) reenergizes damaged cells, it is a powerful tool to MANAGE PAIN! 941-586-9539, Facebook.com/CreateBalanceandHealing

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INQUIRE WITHIN GODDESS SHOPPE Goddess Healing with Susan 1653 5th Street, Sarasota 941-330-9274 TheGoddessShoppe.net Susan@TheGoddessShoppe.net

HEALING ARTS EDUCATION LIFE SPECTRUM INSTITUTE

Susan Milligan is a Physician Assistant, Reiki Master, and graduate of the Barbara Brennan School of Healing specializing in Energy Healing and Past Life Regression.

LONGEVITY WELLNESS CLINIC

Traditional Chinese Medicine, Functional Medicine, Energy Medicine, Medical Qigong, Chinese Herbology for the treatment of physical, energetic and spiritual disease.

Chuck Pisa, BS, LMBT, LMT, CPEH 528 48th Street Circle East., Bradenton 941-923-9355 Office@LongevityWC.com LongevityWellnessClinic.com

Chuck Pisa, BS, LMBT, LMT, CPEH is an energy worker with a unique blend of Esoteric Healing, reconnection therapy and coaching that facilitates multi-layered healing and powerful paradigm shifts in his clients’ approach to life.

Juliet Mathison Sarasota 770-465-6294 LifeSpectrumInstitute.com

Healing arts education for professionals. Unique, leading edge content. Study path options for manual therapy practitioners and experienced energy healers. Integrative Kinesiology, Inception Point Balancing, Meridian Therapies, Autonomic Fascial Integration (AFI) and more. AFI Level One is now scheduled and open for registration. 16 CEUs for LMTs.

HEALTH COACH LONGEVITY WELLNESS CLINIC

Traditional Chinese Medicine, Functional Medicine, Energy Medicine, Medical Qigong, Chinese Herbology for the treatment of physical, energetic and spiritual disease.

Tatiana Thompson, CHC, Health Coach 528 48th Street Circle East., Bradenton 941-923-9355 Office@LongevityWC.com LongevityWellnessClinic.com

Tatiana Thompson, CHC, is a health coach and physical therapist with a ground-breaking approach to revolutionizing her clients’ use of food for healing, impacting their health and happiness beyond measure.

ENLIGHTENMENT EDUCATION EVENTS & CLASSES SPIRITUAL MIRACLES INTENTIONAL LIVING EDUCATION

Michelle Marie Angel The Alchemy of Light Project 541-625-3208 Smile4Love.com

BETH A. SNYDER HYPNOSIS & MINDFUL COACHING

Books, classes, & events! Inspiration for awakening souls. Enlightening entertainment: Alchemy of Light 12 Event Series.

Visioning Group. “It IS A New World After All”

FELDENKRAIS METHOD® THE FELDENKRAIS METHOD®

Lessons for Children (ABM), Adults, Classes, Prof Seminars Bonnie Kissam, M.A., Feldenkrais® Practitioner, LMT, CE Provider 941-360-2248 Bonnie@FeldenkraisInSarasota.com FeldenkraisInSarasota.com

The Feldenkrais® Approach , ‘Movement with Attention’, helps one ‘sense easier, improved posture and ways of moving. Clients optimize their musical, athletic or everyday activities through heightened ‘awareness’. They find unique ways to recover from injury, surgeries or illness. Call for appointments, classes or for weekend TOUCH TO INFORM seminars 941-360-2248 , Bonnie@FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

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HYPNOTHERAPY

Beth A. Snyder, CCHT 941-228-8020 bethsnyderhypnosis@gmail.com

Looking for a new and empowering way to create the positive change in your life you desire?

Have you suffered enough, struggling with habits, sadness, anxious feelings or stress? Discover within you a new and happier way to be in the day to day. Hypnosis is a safe, simple and successful way to empower yourself. You are unique and deserve a compassionate customized approach to achieving your goals. I invite you to learn more, enjoy free resources, and schedule a complimentary compassionate consultation at bethsnyderhypnosis.com or call 941.228.8020. Feel better now!

JIN SHIN JYUTSU® SUNCOAST JIN SHIN JYUTSU

Michelle Giambra, Certified Practitioner at Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave 941-228-2972 SuncoastJSJ.com

www.nasrq.com

Michelle shares this ancient, hands-on art of balancing life energy in the body with individuals addressing acute, chronic and serious health projects along with those interested in maintaining wellness. MA42460

LIGHT CODE ACTIVATIONS LUCIA LIGHT FLORIDA

Waxela (wa-shay-la) Sananda 512-585-9265 call or text LuciaLightFlorida.com

Through Waxela’s process you will expand your intuitive abilities and gain confidence in your spiritual gifts. Upgrade your frequency with Light Code Activations while integrating your soul’s wisdom and wealth.

MEDICAL SPA AND WELLNESS NIA CLINIC MEDSPA

5250 17th Street Unit 106 941-203-5347 NiaClinicMedSpa.com.

Non Invasive Aesthetics

Medical Marijuana E v a l u a tions, BioTE® Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Medspa specializing in eyebrow Microblading, eyelash extensions, nonsurgical micro needling face and neck lifting, CryoSkin fat freezing, facials, chemical peels. Dr Boyle specializes in BioTE® hormone replacement, weight loss injections, Marijuana evaluations, Botox and injectables, as well as pain management.

NATURAL FOOD CAFE EVERGREEN

801 S Tamiami Trail, Nokomis, FL 941-412-4334 • CafeEvergreen.net

Cafe Evergreen is a natural, organic restaurant. Our menu consists of many organic recipes designed to not only taste delicious, but also enhance your health. Open 7 days a week 11am-9pm.

NATURAL PET FOOD HOLISTIC FOR PETS

5411 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, 941-378-4367 5770 Ranch Lake Blvd, East Bradenton, 753-7297 • HolisticForPets.com

Specializing in Hypo-allergenic Foods, Frozen Natural Raw Foods, Herbal & Homeopathic Remedies, Detergent & Soap Free Shampoo, Natural Flee Preventatives Skin Care Products, Healthy treats, Toys and gifts.

NEUROFEEDBACK THE BRAINWAVE CENTER

1440 Main St., Sarasota 941-552-4500 • BrainwaveSarasota.com

We offer Brain Mapping and Neurofeedback Training. Non-drug, Non-invasive relief for anxiety, depression, ADHD, Trauma, and more. Free consultation. Retrain Your Brain & Enjoy Life!

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS SPECIAL NUTRITION DISCOUNT PRICES

1882 Stickney Point Rd, Sarasota 941-929-0884 • SpecialNutrition.net

Offering the largest selection of all major supplement brands and natural products in the Sarasota area at discount prices. Special orders are our pleasure.

SHAMANIC PRACTICES SPIRITUAL COUNSELOR, SHAMANIC AND REIKI PRACTICES

Rev. Zan Benham, BSL, BD, CHT 941-922-7839

Spiritual counselor, shamanic practitioner, Reiki healing, breath, and energy work, hypnosis, soul retrieval, past life regression all to empower and help you move into the Divine flow of the joy and power within you.

Sarasota’s original discount Vitamin store, family owned since 1977! Lowest prices and best selection in town!

PAIN MANAGEMENT NECK AND BACK PAIN SARASOTA DISC CENTER

Dr. David Cifra, DC Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Specialist 315-345-7390 DoctorCifra@SyracuseDiscCenter.com SyracuseDiscCenter.com

Medical Breakthrough Technology!

Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Specialist, Dr. David Cifra, DC.Advanced procedure for patients who have back and neck pain and want to avoid narcotics, epidural injections,and unnecessary surgeries. Over 90% effective.

No pain, No drugs, No surgery.

Call today 315-345-7390. FREE CONSULTATION.

852 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota 941-953-6620 • sarasotacenteroflight.com

Experience the peaceful energy, love and light of our metaphysical spiritual community. Join us for the inspiration, healing and connection to Spirit in our services, classes and social gatherings.

THERMOGRAPHY TAMPA BAY THERMOGRAPHY

SUPER VALUE NUTRITION

2163 Siesta Drive Sarasota, 941-366-1997 5842 Bee Ridge Rd. Sarasota, 941-342-1908 SuperValueNutition.com SuperValueNutrition@gmail.com

SARASOTA CENTER OF LIGHT

June Drennon, CCT 2008

SPA AND WELLNESS THE OM SHOPPE

4801 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941-706-3257 • www.theomshoppe.com, www.theomshoppeandspa.com

Unique and one of a kind gifts, products, and spa services. The luxury spa includes services such as S o u n d Wa v e A t t u n ementTM, Crystal Alchemy Energy AttunementTM , and massages that incorporate the ancient healing sounds of singing bowls & crystal gridding. We offer an array of healthful and personally empowering products. Enjoy a visit to our showroom and discover the largest selection of crystal singing bowls in Florida. We invite you to stop in and mention code Natural10 to receive 10% off any single item.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS CENTER FOR METAPHYSICAL FELLOWSHIP

JuneDrennon@TampaBayThermography.com

727-729-2711 TampaBayThermography.com

Certified Clinical Thermographer 2008. Prevention is better than early detection. Knowledge is power: Know your risk factors to make corrections and avoid developing pathology. Call for location convenient for you.

YOGA WILD GINGER APOTHECARY

6557 Superior Avenue (Gulf Gate Shopping Village), Sarasota 941-312-5630 WildGingerApothecary.com

Community for health + wellness.

Offering hemp CBD, bulk herbs, remedies, sage, gifts, cards, metaphysical tools, essential oils, jewelry and more! Classes and drop-in psychic readers daily. Open MonFri 10-6 and Sat 10-4.

3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota 941-266-8435 CMFSarasota.org Facebook: CMF of Sarasota

10:30 Sunday worship with inspired talk, music, spirit messages and healing.

Weekly classes, special events, monthly message gallery. Come to engage, be enriched and enlightened.

PET SUPPLIES HOLISTIC FOR PETS

5411 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota 941-378-4367 5770 Ranch Lake Blvd. East Bradenton, 753-7297 HolisticForPets.com

Specializing in Hypo-allergenic Foods, Frozen Natural Raw Foods, Herbal & Homeopathic Remedies, Detergent & Soap Free Shampoo, Natural Flee Preventatives Skin Care Products, Healthy treats, Toys and gifts

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING CULTURAL COAST Rev. Theresa Fieberts 941-376-0177 CSLCulturalCoast.org Info@CSLCulturalCoast.org

Sunday 11am join us online at Center for Spiritual Living FaceBook Live!

Sometimes meditative, sometimes rockin’~ always heart/mind opening!

Inspiring Spiritual connection through message & music.Tuesday Prayer Circle & Thursday Meditation via Zoom. Visit CSLCulturalCoast.org for links.

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