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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

28 RETHINKING RECOVERY

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Holistic Approaches to Healing Addictions

by Lisa Marshall

32 DON’T GET TICKED OFF Natural Ways to Avoid and Treat Lyme Disease

by Linda Sechrist

34 NATURAL DADS

How They Raise Conscious Kids

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by Lane Vail

36 MANLY FOODS

Boost Testosterone with the Right Choices

by Kathleen Barnes

38 THE TEENY-TINY

VACATION OPTION Mini-Dwellings Make Travel a Lark

by Avery Mack

40 THE GUT-MIND

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CONNECTION

David Perlmutter on How Stomach Microflora Affect Brain Health

by Linda Sechrist

42 YOGA FOR THE BRO’S Men Find it Builds All-Around Fitness

by Meredith Montgomery

44 HIDDEN TREASURES Neighbors Discover Their Wealth of Resources

by John McKnight and Peter Block

46 WALKING THE CAT Harness a Curious Cat for a Lively Stroll

by Sandra Murphy

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22 11 newsbriefs 22 healthbriefs 24 globalbriefs 26 ecotip 32 healingways 24 34 healthykids 36 consciouseating 38 greenliving 40 wisewords 42 fitbody 26 44 inspiration 46 naturalpet 73 calendar 77 classifieds 82 resourceguide

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t is June, and the two things that have always been special to me this month are Father’s Day and my birthday! Well, I don’t need to be another year older, but I do use my birthday as an excuse to take some time off and to pamper myself. In the age of always being busy, it is good to slow down once in a while and recharge. I hope all you readers take note and be good to yourselves this month, beyond just healthy eating and exercise.

Although my father has passed away, I do spend Father’s Day with my mother recalling all the special times we had with him and relishing in the memories. We have a special article this month on Natural Fathering, which has some great ideas on how to raise your kids. There are some simple and healthy ideas for nurturing that you may not have thought of but bear great impact on children. I hope you moms out there leave the page open so the dads can see it.

Being from Connecticut, I have seen many bad cases of Lyme Disease. This is a very difficult illness to treat for some and can be recurring. Please take a look at our article on Lyme Disease and how to treat it. There are also tips on how to avoid it, including using essential oils as a repellant. If you know anyone who has had ongoing unresolved symptoms, please share this article with them. Many times, antibiotics alone are not effective.

Finally, I am sad to say goodbye to my managing editor, Suzi Harkola. She has been with me from the start of taking over Natural Awakenings Magazine and is a talented, wonderful writer. Her decades of professional, award-winning writing include four and a half years with Natural Awakenings. She has made many friends in our field and will be sorely missed. We wish her a healthy and happy retirement.

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newsbriefs Learn the Twelve Powers at Unity

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ould you like to feel more fulfilled, centered and in charge of your life? Reverend Elizabeth Thompson from Unity of Sarasota offers a wide variety of educational resources to help you learn about 12 spiritual abilities you already actually possess.

These spiritual tools will pave the way for an abundant life in all areas of your life.

Charles Fillmore, Unity’s co-founder, called them the “Twelve Powers.” These spiritual abilities were perfectly expressed by Jesus and are present in every person. We invite you on an exciting spiritual journey to discover how to put these Powers to work and create the life of your dreams.

This workshop time together is specifically designed to open your awareness on every level, so you may mindfully engage these sacred abilities. This will prove to be a very special “take-away” just for you.

This event will be held on June 14 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. The suggested love offering is $10. You will be able to purchase a variety of materials before the workshop such as CDs or books. Meet and greet other like-minded souls. Please join us and learn joy!

Location: Unity of Sarasota 3023 Proctor Road, The Fellowship Hall Educational Annex.

Venice YMCA Offers Silver Sneakers Classes

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he Venice YMCA offers Silver Sneaker classes for active older adults. Classes include various exercises, using light weights and some seated movements. The classes are held at 1 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, and 11 a.m. on Fridays.

Silver Sneakers classes are free to all YMCA members including Silver Sneakers members who have a complimentary YMCA membership as part of their insurance plan.

Location: 701 Center Rd., Venice. For more information, visit SWFLYMCA.org.

Kids Comedy Camp Offered at McCurdy’s

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ocal comedian, performer and educator Christine Alexander shares her tricks of the trade at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre’s Kids Comedy Camp, which starts June 1.

This celebrated Sarasota-based comedian has long been spreading laughter throughout the area as a founding member of Florida Studio Theatre’s Improv program, as well as founder and president of Lazy Fairy Improv and Laughing Lunches. All of these ventures are still going strong because, as Alexander sees it, you can never have enough comedy. That’s why she will be lending her talents as a teaching artist at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre and Humor Institute in Sarasota.

McCurdy’s Kids Comedy Camp runs June 1-5 (8-12 years old); June 8-12 (1317 years old); July 6-10 (8-12 years old); July 13-17 (13-17 years old); August 3-7 (8-12 years old); and August 10-14 (13-17 years old).

For more information about McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre and Humor Institute, call 941-925-3869, or visit McCurdysComedy.com.

The Yoga Sanctuary Celebrates Guru Purnima

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elebrated on July’s full moon, Guru Purnima is considered one of the highest holidays in the yogic tradition. This holiday is dedicated to the expression of gratitude for all teachers in our lives. It’s a time to honor our spiritual traditions and lineages.

This free event will take place on July 31 from noon until 1 p.m., and will include a discussion about Guru Purnima in addition to a yoga posture practice. The celebration will conclude with tea and snacks.

Location: 112 Sullivan St., Punta Gorda.

For more information, phone: 941-5059642, email Info@TheYogaSanctuary.biz or visit TheYogaSanctuary.biz.

Trance Dance to Celebrate Summer

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rinn Earth will be offering a Summer Solstice Celebration Trance Dance in Unity of Sarasota’s Fellowship Hall on June 19 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Enjoy an evening of transcendental music and sound, gentle body movements, breathing and meditation. No dance experience is necessary, just the desire to let go and have fun! Participants will also be given the option of using a blindfold for an even more internalized experience.

Vegan and vegetarian snacks will be provided. Cost is $10.

Location: Unity of Sarasota 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, The Fellowship Hall Educational Annex. Contact Erinn Earth for more information at 941-2849563 or visit InSelfYoga.net. natural awakenings

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newsbriefs Bright Life Offers Aura-Soma Chakra Balancing Consultations

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athy Keh, owner of Bright Life and Natural Awakenings’ 2014 Award Winner for “Favorite Business of the Year” is now offering Aura-Soma Chakra Balancing Consultations. Aura-Soma is a unique and innovative energy-based healing system, primarily driven by an individual’s attraction to color. The system originated in England where the founder, Vicky Wall, believed that colors were a mirror reflection of peoples’ deepest needs and desires, and that many potentially unseen yet life-affirming aspects of their lives could be brought into awareness through the interpretation of those colors they were most drawn to.

During a consultation, the client is asked to select four of their favorite dualcolored Equilibrium Chakra Balancing Bottles from a total collection of 113, and they are instructed to do this purely based on the color combinations they love the most. Working with an AuraSoma practitioner, the client discovers what the bottles they selected represent in relation to their life and, with astounding accuracy, uncovers details surrounding their current life lesson, as well as the specific challenges that present the greatest obstacles to their personal growth. The consultations are not left up to a practitioner’s “interpretation” of the bottles, as each bottle has its own history and very specific healing qualities and indications.

What makes Aura-Soma so efficacious for healing is that the “expert” is actually the individual client, who utilizes their own inner guidance system for healing that they need at the present time. Within their four-bottle pick is also the remedy that have personally selected which will be most helpful for restoring balance – emotionally, physically and spiritually; hence the name “Equilibrium.”

Contained in each of the bottles are two fractions: an upper oil-based fraction and a lower water-based fraction. Each of the fractions contains a unique combination of the energetic signatures associated with light (color), plant (flowers & herbs) and mineral (crystals). Most of the ingredients are grown on Shire Farm which is a Demeter Certified, Biodynamic farm owned by Aura-Soma located in Tetford, England. When the contents of each bottle are applied directly to the body, not only is it nourishing to the physical body, but also highly effective at opening up the channels of the etheric body which includes the Chakras responsible for the quality of our emotional well-being.

Aura-Soma has a very strong presence in many parts of the world including Europe, Asia and Australia. It has helped many people experience direct contact with the powerful healing vibrations found in nature and, in doing so, has helped many people to develop a greater ability to experience their lives in a new light – one that reflects the true essence of their being, and one in which they are allowed to express their unique gifts to the world, unencumbered by the challenges of past conditioning.

The cost of an Aura-Soma consultation is $195 which includes the remedy, and anyone who mentions Natural Awakenings will receive a 10% discount through the end of July 2015.

For more information visit BrightLife-USA.com, call 941-366-8113, or email info@ BrightLife-USA.com.

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Acupuncture Face and Necklift Seminar with Dr. Anna

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n June 17 at 2 p.m., Dr. Anna Baker, DOM and founder of Faces by Dr. Anna, will present a seminar on changing the course of facial aging through her muscle tightening acupuncture face and necklift. Her technique reverses aging in the face and neck muscles, progressively making the facial features look years younger. Dr. Anna has a database of over 500 patients, and she will display photos of results from different ages and face types.

A nationally board-certified Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Dr. Anna has been practicing in Sarasota since 1998. She 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 these treatments are completed, a one or two treatment touch-up is suggested every 18 months to maintain the lift. Dr. Anna’s work has been nationally televised, and she was voted Sarasota’s favorite antiaging practitioner.

For more information visit FacesbyDrAnna.com or call 941-9242723 for seminar reservations or to schedule a free consultation.

Elysian Fields Announces June Events

Summer Showcase Opens at Dabbert Gallery

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Location: Elysian Fields Books & Gifts, 1273 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-361-3006 or visit ElysianFieldsOnLine.com.

Location: Dabbert Gallery, 76 S. Palm Ave, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-955-1315 or visit DabbertGallery.com.

n June 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., join Deborah Chadwick who can communicate with her guides and angels, quickly receiving very specific information for her clients. 15 minutes for $30; 30 minutes for $60.

On June 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., join us for an Intuitive Arts Fair. No appointments by phone will be accepted. First come, first served. 30 minutes for $35.

On June 19 from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Sherry Lord will present Psychic Intuitive & Trance Channel Readings. Lord is a versatile channel who can answer any questions, both business and personal, and help you along your spiritual path. 15 minutes for $35; 30 minutes for $65; 60 minutes for $100. Deep Trance Channel Sessions, 50 minutes for $150.

On June 25 from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Deborah Chadwick will be back with us, communicating with her guides and angels. 15 minutes for $30; 30 minutes for $60.

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he Dabbert Gallery’s annual Summer Showcase features a group of Gallery artists including 19 painters, six sculptors, one printmaker, one pastel artist and one photographer. Summer Showcase opens June 5, on the First Friday Gallery walk from 6 to 9 p.m., and continues through September 29.

From as far away as Sydney, Australia; Laguna Beach, CA; Prince Edward Island; Brooklyn, NY; and Westport, CT, the Showcase features an artistically diverse group of the best professional artists. 16 artists are from Florida, and nine call Sarasota home.

Artistic style ranges from colorful abstracts of Barbara Krupp to breathtaking contemporary realism of Yuqi Wang, William Suys and Jeff Cornell. James Griffin’s impressionistic Sarasota land and streetscapes reveal abstract and surreal elements within his paintings. Nancy Turner’s meticulous Collagraphs and eloquent mono-prints focus her passion about women’s cultural and political struggles. Using rich color patterns in both watercolor and oil, Robert Baxter creates a milieu for his fascinating faces that populate his lived-in and understood international world of art.

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newsbriefs Stop Worrying!

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ducator Erinn Earth is offering a one-ofa-kind workshop on stopping the habit of worry and anxiety on June 28, at Unity of Sarasota from noon to 2 p.m.

This workshop includes a lecture on the psychology of stress, anxiety and the nervous system; techniques for self-empowerment and stopping recurring thoughts; breathing exercises and special body stretches or manipulations for releasing deep physical and subtle tensions.

We learn to use spiritual awareness to subdue and dissolve stress. As a past sufferer of anxiety, Erinn offers unique understanding and insight, as well as natural and effective methods of overcoming this traumatic condition. Cost is $15.

Location: Unity of Sarasota 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, The Fellowship Hall Educational Annex. Contact Erinn Earth for more information at 941-284-9563 or visit InSelfYoga.net.

ECKANKAR Seminar Features the Art of Spiritual Dreaming

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reams are a direct line to the sea of our hidden lives, much like a fishing line dropped from a small boat into a bottomless sea,” states Harold Klemp in The Art of Spiritual Dreaming.

But can dreaming be considered an art? Klemp continues, “A person who learns to dream well can usually take everyday life in stride because dreams give him or her a perception that others cannot help but notice. An understanding of dreams can steady us for the surprises of the day, and so aid us in learning to manage stress with more foresight and grace.”

The Art of Spiritual Dreaming is the theme for the 2015 Florida Regional Eckankar Seminar, July 3-5. Seminar presentations and workshops are based on the book by Klemp, the spiritual leader of Eckankar. (The Art of Spiritual Dreaming is available through most booksellers or at Eckankar.org.)

Topics include: “Uncovering Your Past Lives through Dreams,” “Dream Glimpses of the Future,” “Eight Types of Dreams,” “Dream Healing and Help in Everyday Life,” “Understanding Your Dreams” and more.

Guest speaker David Jones states, “Dreams can shine light on a truer reality beyond the limited physical state that most of us find ourselves in. The art of spiritual dreaming can help us improve our day-to-day lives and carry us deeper into the spiritual worlds.” Jones, a teacher of ECK classes and member of the ECK clergy, serves as the Regional ECK Spiritual Aide (RESA) for North Carolina. Jones will speak on Friday and Saturday nights, and on Sunday morning.

The seminar is open to the public free-of-charge and is presented by Florida Satsang Society, Inc., a Chartered Affiliate of Eckankar, Religion of the Light and Sound of God. Location: Orlando Marriott Lake Mary, 1501 International Parkway, Lake Mary.

Registration and program information is available at Eck-Florida.org or by calling 386684-0312.

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Learn About Keiser University Programs at June Open House

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tart your summer with an informative and fun way to learn how to obtain the necessary skills and education to enter or advance today’s workforce. The Keiser University’s Summer Fest Open House June 20th in Tampa campus between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. is ready to provide information that can assist participants get on a successful new career path suited to their interests and skills.

The community event will feature activities for all ages that the entire family can enjoy. Join faculty, staff and students for refreshments, music, games, give a ways, and more.

Keiser University, with 16 campuses throughout Florida, plus online enrollment, offers associate through doctoral degrees programs in the health care, business, technology and legal fields. Its students first system fosters a healthy balance between life, parenting, work and study, comprising a tailored opportunity for individuals from many walks of life looking to further their education.

Location: 5002 West Waters Ave. For more information or to RSVP, visit KUOpenHouse.com or call 1-888844-8404. Also visit KeiserUniversity. edu.

School’s Out, Yoga’s IN!

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arden of the Heart Yoga offers Summer Studies, a summer special for students and teachers, and Beach Yoga.

The Summer Studies Program at Garden of the Heart is a six-week immersion program and a prerequisite for the 200hour Teacher Training that begins September 2015. Summer Studies meets Monday through Friday from 2 to 5 p.m. Each day, participants will practice yoga asana, pranayama, meditation, explore anatomy, yoga philosophy, journaling and group discussions. Program participants will read ancient and modern texts on Yoga, and learn the ins and outs of alignment-based Hatha yoga. The program begins July 6, but students must register by June 15. It is open to all yoga students with at least three to six months of yoga experience who wish to deepen their practice.

Additionally, Garden of the Heart is offering a summer special for high school students, full time college students and full-time educators. Students and teachers can get an Unlimited Summer Pass for $249. Summer pass holders can take as many yoga classes as they wish between June 1 and August 31. ID required.

Garden of the Heart is also excited to now offer Beach Yoga. On Thursdays, June 4, 18 and 25, Cheryl Chaffee, ERYT500, owner and director of Garden of the Heart, will lead a mixed levels Yoga class at North Lido Beach from 7:30 to 8:30 am.

The class meets at Zone 1, the first beach access at the end of John Ringling Blvd.

Sliding scale fee: $5-$15. Bring water, and a towel or yoga mat. All ages are welcome.

Location: 2888 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota.

Beach yoga is at North Lido Beach (Zone 1) at the end of John Ringling Blvd. For more information, phone 941-341-9781, email Cheryl@GardenOfTheHeartYoga. com or visit GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

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Captain Presents Facial Rejuvenation Demonstration

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oin Christina Captain, DOM, for a complimentary demonstration of her unique blend of cosmetic acupuncture, homeopathic facial injections and nutrition for natural facial rejuvenation. She is a premier bio-injection specialist, educator and cosmetic acupuncturist who strives to bring out the natural beauty out every individual, utilizing the least invasive techniques possible. These are lasting results you can noticeably see. Join Captain at her integrative center for an evening of learning and laughter that you will be sure to remember for a long while.

The demonstration is June 23, Tuesday at 6 p.m. If you can’t make the event, call the office for a complimentary one-on-one consultation.

Location: Family Healing Center’s education classroom, Midtown Medical Park, 1219 East Ave S #104, Sarasota. Call 941-951-1119 to reserve your space.

Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna Moves to Gulf Gate

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earl Cream by Dr. Anna is now located in the northeast corner of the Gulf Gate shops. Please join us for our Grand Opening festivities on June 12 from10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and June 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna is the 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. Facial formulas are available for women and men, in addition to body lotions for each which do the same retightening on the whole body.

Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna has also just launched her new line of Truly Organic personal care products including pearl cleanser, pearl shampoo, pearl lip gloss, make up remover and mascara remover.

Come meet Dr. Anna and get an individualized facial analysis Friday, June 12 from 1 to 3 p.m., and Saturday, June 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The first 10 people each day will receive a free bottle of moisturizer. A Grand Opening special discount of 10% off all products will be offered both days.

Refreshments will be provided by CROP juice and Heavenly Cupcakes.

New store hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location: 2721 Mall Drive, Gulf Gate, Sarasota. Please call our new number 941-921-2662 for more details.

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atural Awakenings publishers from around the nation attended a company conference in May at the Marco Beach Ocean Resort in Marco Island.

Highlights included separate presentations by two prominent master life and business coaches, David Essel and Mary Lynn Ziemer, who also participated in discussions on how publishers can become more personally empowered in awakening and uplifting their communities.

In addition, special topics included expanding editorial exposure for a strong advertiser base, effectively managing reach and keeping operations efficient.

Subsequent breakout sessions afforded the opportunity for franchisees to share progressive ideas.

The conference was followed by a three-day training program for new publishers taking over the production of three existing magazines. Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp. training staff worked with the new publishers of the Bucks and Montgomery counties, Pennsylvania; Hudson County, New Jersey; and South New Jersey editions at the corporate headquarters in Naples.

Launched by founder and CEO Sharon Bruckman with a single edition in Naples in 1994, Natural Awakenings has grown to become one of the largest free, local healthy lifestyle publications in the world, serving approximately 4 million readers in 95 cities across the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

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Sky Lubka Offers Energy Healing at Unity of Sarasota

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ky Lubka recently moved to Sarasota and is currently offering integrated energy therapy transformational trainings, private healing session and shamanic fire ceremony/oneness blessing events at Unity of Sarasota.

As a New World Teacher, Shaman, Transformational Energy Healer, Master-Instructor of Integrated Energy Therapy, Reiki Master, Certified Teacher of Serenity Vibration Healing, Level 2 Mastery SVH, Matrix Energetics Practitioner, Oneness Blessing Giver, Quantum Entrainment Facilitator and Ceremonialist, Lubka supports individuals in the quest of raising consciousness, the return to health, wholeness and the remembrance of our Divinity.

Her featured presentation for June is Shamanic Fire Ceremony and Oneness Blessing Event to celebrate the Solstice on June 20 from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Reciprocity is $60.

Location: Unity of Sarasota Labyrinth, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. For registration information and course topics, dates and times, visit SkysHealing.com or call 772-2217090.

The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light Presents ANYAH in the Sacred Language of Sound

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hese sounds use the name of God in a tonal synthesis of Ancient Hebrew with the Aramaic, Egyptian, Sanskrit, Tibetan and Chinese sacred languages, based on the experiential and musical resonances that have been connected to the awakening of one’s inner spiritual potential. The names and expressions initiate a strong link with the Divine Father/Mother so that one’s spiritual identity is connected with the Highest of All Levels, advancing the Soul and creating an active network through which the Light can activate! This energy is used for direct work with the Messengers of the Divine Hierarchy of Light.

ANYAH has produced 10 sacred music CDs of her own and served as producer for many music projects. She has studied with numerous sacred wisdom scholars, teachers and mentors who have helped her to embody her music. She is a musician for the Academy for Future Science with JJ Hurtak of the Keys of Enoch. She is a certified Hatha Yoga Instructor and incorporates her music in her yoga classes with the asanas and meditations. She performs her music worldwide and gives transformational seminars on the sacred music she has created. ANYAH is offering presentations at the Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light on June 11, 12 and 13.

On June 11 at 7 p.m., she offers a free introduction to Sacred Music and the calling of the names of God and their effect upon us. On June 12 from 7:30 to 9 p.m., a Sacred Music concert with musician Kim Converse, also from the Academy of Future Science with group participation, singing the Names of God (fee: $15).

On June 13 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. to 6 p.m. she offers a special workshop intensive titled, Take Up Thy Bed and Walk: Creating a New Model of Being! This workshop teaches a gentle process that can assist us in transforming some of our blockages or limitations in a creative and fun way, turning them into gateways for our success. Sacred prayers, songs and certain sacred expressions in sacred languages are used during this valuable seminar to help in cleansing, purifying and ultimately in helping us to advance into a more positive life experience and living our full potential (fee: $50). Please reserve your space.

Location: The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadow, Bldg. G-2, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-371-9333 or visit CCOSL.com.

Learn Finger Mudras for Basic Daily Tension/ Stress Relief

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ffered for the first time in Sarasota, this special class introduces Eight Finger Mudras that are the birth of what is now known as the hands-on healing art, Jin Shin Jyutsu. Widely known more than 3,000 years ago, this ancient wisdom was dramatically revived in Japan during 1912 by Jiro Murai when he healed himself from a “terminal” illness while holding these finger poses.

In this casual lecture and experiential self-care class you will: • Learn how to properly hold each of the Eight Finger Poses • Understand their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual applications • Identify which pose(s) are most beneficial for you • Experience a dynamic, profound guided practice of the Eight Mudras This class is presented by Michelle Giambra, LMT, Certified Jin Shin Jyutsu self-help instructor and practitioner. Giambra has more than 17 years of experience with Jin Shin Jyutsu, providing personal energy harmonizing sessions and self-care classes. She won the 2014 Natural Choice Awards for Favorite Energy Healer and Favorite Holistic Practitioner.

This Mudra class takes place on June 20 from1 to 3 p.m. Space is very limited. To secure your space, payment must be received by June 15.

Location: Suncoast Jin Shin Jyutsu, 810 Central Avenue in the Rosemary Court Wellness Center, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-228-2972, email Michelle@SuncoastJSJ.com, or visit SuncoastJSJ.com.

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Camp highlights include cats, dogs, horses and other furry, feathered and four-footed friends.

Animal-themed crafts and activities and snacks will also be included, plus quality hands-on time each camp day with adoptable cats and kittens.

This half-day camp will run Monday through Friday from 1 to 5:00 p.m. Cost is $150 per child, per session with a 10% sibling discount when enrolled in the same session. The price includes a Critter Camp t-shirt and snacks.

Cat Depot Critter Camp sessions: June 1519, 8-10 year olds; June 22-26, 11-12 year olds; July 6-10, 13-14 year olds.

In partnership with Girls Incorporated of Sarasota County, Cat Depot will also host Girls Inc. campers for a private one-week session in July.

Location: Cat Depot, 2542 17th St., Sarasota. Call Lena Hernandez, Volunteer Coordinator, for more information and to register, 941-366-2404, or visit CatDepot. org to register online.

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irl Scout Junior Troop 198 of Venice worked with the Reef Ball Foundation to create reef balls for the purpose of restoring local marine habitats. This effort is in partial fulfillment of the Bronze Award, a Girl Scout community Take Action award. They have created four small reef balls that were added to Sarasota Bay near Hart’s reef.

This project encompasses STEM and environmental sustainability, two important focuses for Girl Scouts.

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The Holistic Value Hatha Yoga Boosts Brainpower of Allopathic Diagnostic Tools R healthbriefs

esearch from Wayne State University, in Detroit, has found that hatha yoga can significantly improve cognitive health in as little as two months. Researchers tested 118 adults with an average age of 62 years. One group engaged in three, hour-long hatha yoga classes per week for eight weeks, while the other group did stretching and strengthening exercises for the same duration. The participants underwent cognitive testing before and after the eight-week period.

At the end of the trial, the hatha yoga group showed significant improvements in cognition compared to the other group. The yoga group also recorded shorter reaction times, greater accuracy in high-level mental functions and better results in working memory tests.

Source: Journal of Gerontology

Acupuncture Treats Prostate Enlargement

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esearch from China has found that a combination of acupuncture and moxibustion, a form of heat therapy in which dried plant materials are burned on or near the surface of the skin to warm and invigorate the inner flow of qi, or energy, can effectively reduce the symptoms of benign prostate enlargement.

Researchers tested 128 patients with prostate enlargement for three months, dividing them into two groups. One group was given acupuncture and moxibustion; the other took a traditional Chinese herbal medication for prostate enlargement called Qianliekangi. The patients’ prostate symptoms were tested using the International Prostate Symptom Score, maximum urine flow rate and residual urine tests.

At the study’s end, the patients given the acupuncture/moxibustion treatment reported significantly reduced levels in all three tests—calculated at an 89 percent total effective rate—compared to the herbal medication group.

ANTIOXIDANT-RICH BERRIES THWART ALZHEIMER’S

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n international team of scientists has confirmed that consuming berries such as strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, blackcurrants, mulberries and raspberries can significantly reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

Blueberries, in particular, were found to be associated with increased memory and learning.

Researchers from Washington State University, the U.S. National Institutes of Health, India’s Annamalai University and Oman’s Sultan Qaboos University’s College of Medicine and Health Sciences reviewed two decades worth of research relating to consuming berries and dementia. They found that the many biochemicals contained in berries provide antioxidant protection to neurons and prevent the formation of beta-amyloid fibrils found in the brains of Alzheimer’s disease patients.

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olistic health practitioners must know the nature of a patient’s problem before they can design a protocol to address it. Advocates of When w natural medicine tend to disagree with the conventional medical community, but it is important to remember that although their methods may be different, traditional tools of investigation can still be valuable to holistic practitioners.

“While there are some good natural Order onlin diagnostic tools to determine a problem’s or c origin, sometimes the tools of allopathic medicine are simply superior. Ultrasound, MRI, blood tests and pathogen screening can all be of enormous value when considering how to heal a condition of damage or sickness,” says Nature’s Rite Founder Steven Frank. “If someone is bleeding internally, knowing the source— ulcer, tumor, hemorrhoids or liver disease— is of paramount importance. All of these have dramatically different treatment protocols. When a patient’s energy is low, knowing their blood work and pathogen load is of tremendous value towards designing a healing program.”

While allopathic medicine may seek to poison, cut or irradiate the problem, natural medicine professionals may choose the appropriate combination of herbs, acupuncture, qigong or other natural products and modalities. “Having the knowledge of exactly what is damaged and then using the techniques that we know are most suited for healing this condition is what collaborative medicine is all about,” explains Frank. “In our quest to bring natural medicine to the community, we don’t have to shun the diagnostic benefits of the high-technology hospitals. We can use their tools to accentuate our skills.”

For more information, email SteveF@ NaturesRiteRemedies.com or visit MyNaturesRite.com/blog.

Stroke Risk Rises with Try Peppermint Two Drinks a Day Essential Oil for Relief and N Relaxation

ew research published in the American Heart Association’s journal Stroke has determined that drinking two alcoholic beverages per day during middle-age years increases the risk of stroke more than other known factors, including high blood pressure and diabetes.

The study followed 11,644 twins from Sweden for 43 years, starting between 1967 and 1970. All began the trial when they were under the age of 60. The scientists compared the effects of having less than half a drink—classified as four and two ounces of wine for a man and a woman, respectively—daily to drinking two or more daily.

The study found that consuming two drinks per day increased the risk of stroke by 34 percent compared to drinking less than half a drink per day. Those that downed two or more drinks a day during their 50s and 60s had strokes an average of five years younger than light drinkers. The increase in stroke risk was found to be higher than the danger generally posed by diabetes and hypertension.

An Avocado a Day Keeps Bad Cholesterol Away

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esearch published by the Journal of the American Heart Association has determined that just one avocado a day can significantly reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL), a type of cholesterol carrier known to increase the risk of hardening of the arteries.

The researchers tested 45 overweight adults between 21 and 70 years old that followed an average American diet for two weeks before adopting one of three diets: a low-fat diet, a moderate-fat diet that included one Hass avocado per day or a moderate-fat diet without an avocado.

After five weeks, researchers found that the addition of the avocado reduced LDL significantly more than the diets that did not contain the fruit. While both the low-fat and moderate-fat diets reduced LDL levels, the moderate-fat diet with an avocado reduced LDL by better than 60 percent more than the moderate-fat diet alone, and above 80 percent more than the low-fat diet alone.

PAIN AND DEPRESSION EBB WITH FLOTATION THERAPY

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ew research from Sweden has found that flotation therapy helps increase sleep quality, reduce pain and relieve anxiety and depression.

Flotation therapy, sometimes called isolation therapy, consists of floating in a tank of water with minimized interruptions and sensory stimuli.

Researchers from Karlstad University divided 65 people into two groups. One group underwent 12, 45-minute flotation therapy sessions for seven weeks, while the other group did not. Both groups were given a battery of physiological and psychological tests before and after the treatment period. The therapy was conducted using three commercial flotation therapy centers that provided sensory isolation systems to promote relaxation as part of the treatment.

Compared to the control group, the flotation therapy group reported significant decreases in pain, anxiety, depression and stress levels and better sleep quality. The flotation group’s average depression scores went from 4.42 to 2.25, while the control group’s scores barely budged. The worst pains among the flotation group dropped from 64 to 40 on the scale.

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rom chewing gum to toothpaste to candy canes, peppermint is well known to our palate, but its many uses for our well-being are what make it so unique. A naturally occurring hybrid of two other mint species, it is both purifying and soothing.

Peppermint oil benefits run the whole spectrum of health. Its reputation as an herb that supports normal digestion is well known, but some of peppermint oil’s other practical everyday uses make it great to always have around.

Apply this oil to the neck and shoulders for a post-workout energy boost. Plus, peppermint oil can help alleviate muscle pain from exercising.

When applied to your temples (being careful to avoid the eyes), peppermint oil may ease head pressure.

It helps relieve tooth discomfort.

It can support respiratory function through winter.

Putting peppermint oil on a cotton ball can deter rodents and unwanted pests when placed where they come into the home.

Additionally, it pairs wonderfully with chocolate and can also be added to herbal teas for children when they have stomach discomfort, or added to hot water to replace coffee. It can even help curb the appetite when inhaled.

So, when you are enjoying BBQs and other summer activities, don’t forget to bring peppermint oil to keep you cool and also keep your tummy feeling great after all the food. Many products offered by Young Living are enhanced with peppermint oil.

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Solar Harvest

New Technology Makes Windows Power Producers

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SolarWindow Technologies’ new window coatings are a “first of its kind” technology that could turn the buildings we live and work in into selfsufficient, mini power stations. They can generate electricity on see-through glass and flexible plastics with colored tints popular in skyscraper glass.

The coating can be applied to all four sides of tall buildings, generating electricity using natural and artificial light conditions and even shaded areas. Its organic materials are so ideal for lowcost, high-output manufacturing that the technology is already part of 42 product patent applications.

When applied to windows on towers, it’s expected to generate up to 50 times the power of conventional rooftop solar systems while delivering 15 times the environmental benefits. For example, a single SolarWindow installation can avoid the amount of carbon emissions produced by vehicles driving about 2.75 million miles per year, compared to 180,000 miles for conventional rooftop systems.

Lost Lands

Salinity is Eating Away Farmland Worldwide Every day for more than 20 years, an average of almost eight square miles of irrigated land in arid and semi-arid areas across 75 countries have been degraded by salt, according to the study Economics of Salt-Induced Land Degradation and Restoration, by United Nations University’s Canadian-based Institute for Water, Environment and Health.

Salt degradation occurs in arid and semi-arid regions where rainfall is too low to maintain regular percolation of rainwater through the soil and where irrigation is practiced without a natural or artificial drainage system, which triggers the accumulation of salt in the root zone, affecting soil quality and reducing productivity. In the Colorado River Basin alone, studies peg the annual economic impact of salt-induced land degradation in irrigated areas at $750 million.

The cost of investing in preventing and reversing land degradation and restoring it to productive land would be far lower than letting degradation continue and intensify. Methods successfully used to facilitate drainage and reverse soil degradation include tree planting, deep plowing, cultivation of salt-tolerant varieties of crops, mixing harvested plant residues into topsoil and digging a drain or deep ditch around salt-affected land.

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Farm Therapy Veterans Heal Through Agriculture

Of the 19.6 million veterans in the United States alone, approximately 3.6 million have a service-related disability, 7.6 percent are unemployed and they collectively make up 13 percent of the adult homeless population, according to the Independent Voter Network.

Organizations worldwide are helping veterans heal their wounds through farming and agriculture.

The goal is to create a sustainable food system by educating them to be sustainable vegetable producers, providing training and helping families rebuild war-torn lives.

Eat the Yard, in Dallas, Texas, was founded by Iraq War veterans James Jeffers and Steve Smith to cultivate fresh produce in community gardens. The two began organic farming in their own backyards for both therapeutic and financial reasons, and then slowly began to build more gardens in their community.

They now sell their produce to local restaurants and businesses.

The Farmer Veteran Coalition (FVC) is working with veterans across the U.S. to transition them into agriculture. The coalition partners veterans with mentors experienced in farming and business, matches them with agriculture-related job opportunities and organizes equipment donations in Iowa and California. FVC is helping former members of the armed forces in 48 states.

Source: FoodTank.com/ news/2014/11/veterans-day

Creature Crime Feds Make Animal Abuse a Felony In October, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) classified animal cruelty as a class A felony and a “crime against society,” on a par with such serious crimes as homicide. The FBI intends to prosecute intentional abuse and torture, gross neglect, sexual abuse and organized abuse, which includes dog fights. Also, the onset of tracking animal abuse cases nationwide will assist local police and counselors in identifying and connecting with minors that show an early tendency to abuse.

FBI studies show an alarming connection between animal abusers and perpetrators of extremely violent crimes against humans. The goal is that early detection and intervention will help certain children get the counseling and social support they need to live productive lives free of crime and abuse.

“Regardless of whether people care about how animals are treated, people, like legislators and judges, care about humans, and they can’t deny the data,” says Natasha Dolezal, a director for the Center for Animal Law Studies at Lewis & Clark College, in Portland, Oregon.

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Forty Percent of Hamburg Will Be Green Space

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Plastics Ping-Pong

China Reverses Its Recycling Policy Plastic items we carefully separate from the rest of the trash and put in a distinct container may have a dubious fate, according to environmental watchdog Quartz. U.S. recycling companies have largely stayed away from accepting plastic, and most of it has been shipped to China, where it can be processed more cheaply. But China has announced a new Green Fence policy (Tinyurl.com/ ChinaGreenFence), prohibiting importation of much of the plastic for recycling that it once received.

Plastic categories #3 through #7 (shampoo bottles to butter tubs) may go into domestic landfills again until a solution is found, says David Kaplan, CEO of Maine Plastics, a post-industrial recycler.

China controls a large portion of the recycling market, importing about 70 percent of the world’s 500 million tons of electronic waste and 12 million tons of plastic waste each year. These Chinese policy changes will put pressure on Western countries to reconsider their reliance on this formerly cost-effective practice of exporting waste and the necessity for increasing their domestic recycling infrastructure.

Hamburg, Germany, named Europe’s 2011 Green Capital by the European Union, is implementing an ambitious plan to create and link 27 square miles of new and existing green space, comprising 40 percent of its land area. The result will put nature within easy reach of every resident, provide connectivity for walking and bicycling to eliminate automobile traffic by 2035 and make the city more resilient to flooding caused by global warming. The metro area population currently numbers 4.3 million as Europe’s 10th-largest city.

Since 2000, Germany has converted 25 percent of its power grid to renewable energy sources such as solar, wind and biomass. The architects of the clean energy movement energiewende, which translates as “energy transformation”, estimate that 80 percent to 100 percent of Germany’s electricity will come from renewable sources by 2050.

Angelika Fritsch, a spokeswoman for the Department of Urban Planning and the Environment, says, “The more important result may be the provision of green infrastructure to absorb rain and flood waters.” Sea levels in the port city have risen by 20 centimeters over the past 60 years and are expected to rise another 30 centimeters by 2100.

Source: Inhabitat.com

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ecotip Antisocial Insects

Natural Ways to Keep Crawling Critters Away With picnics and barbecues on the calendar, summer is a time for indoor/outdoor entertaining with family, friends and neighbors. To keep invading ants away, hosts will want to use natural materials, many of which can be found in the kitchen, instead of chemical products that may be hazardous to humans, pets and wildlife.

Natural lines of defense. Applying ground cinnamon or mixing some of the spice with sugar, cloves and water into a thin paste and using a cotton swab to dab it in cracks and around doors and windowsills outside the house where ants might enter can be effective. The aroma is too strong for them, so they’ll either succumb or turn away. Another method recommended by the Mother Nature Network is to clean floors and countertops with a solution of one cup each of vinegar and water, with the option to enhance it with 15 drops of lemon oil.

Try a simple spray. An organic insecticide for application in grassy

locations, applied to the legs and sides of the picnic table or chairs, can help reduce intrusion by ants and other pests.

ChasingGreen.org suggests pouring one-and-a-half cups of water into a blender and adding two bulbs of garlic. Liquefy the ingredients to a smooth blend, strain out the remaining pieces of garlic, dilute the mixture with about a gallon of water and fill a spray bottle.

Organic pest control. Some manufacturers specialize in eco-friendly products, including the Extremely Green Gardening Company (ExtremelyGreen. com) that offers diatomaceous earth, Hasta La Vista Ant! and Bug Shooter insecticide. Other chemical-free bug traps can be found at many hardware stores.

Avoid temptation. Keep food container lids and boxes tightly closed indoors and keep food covered as much as possible outdoors.

Taking natural preventive steps now is timely because many ant species are highly active in early summer as they seek to increase the food stores for their colonies.

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RETHINKING RECOVERY Holistic Approaches to Healing Addictions

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hrough 15 years of alcohol and prescription drug addiction, one prominent Virginia business owner tried it all to get clean: three inpatient rehab centers; talk therapy; Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA), spending roughly $200,000 in the process.

“I would follow through for about a year, and then start to feel like I was on top of things and get complacent,” says the 52-year-old, who asked that her name not be used. She’d treat herself to “just one drink” and soon find herself in a familiar downward spiral. She last relapsed in October 2012. Three months later, she was on the interstate in the morning, a half-empty four-pack of mini wine bottles on her front seat, when she swerved and slammed head-on into a semi-trailer truck. She escaped her flattened car with minor head trauma, gratitude that her children didn’t have to “bury their drunk mother,” and a renewed will to sober up and rediscover happiness.

Today, she’s done just that, thanks to a comprehensive, holistic approach that included hiring a life coach that specializes in addiction, overhauling her diet, making time for daily physical and spiritual exercises and reframing her addiction, not as a disease she is cursed with, but as a predisposition she has the power to keep at bay.

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“Yes. I was passed a gene by my alcoholic father. Yet that only becomes a threat to me when I make a choice to ingest something that cuts the beast loose,” she says. “I work hard every day, using a whole bunch of different tools to keep that from happening again.”

She is one of a growing number of alcoholics and addicts reaching beyond the standard trifecta of 28-day rehabs, 12-step programs and psychotherapy toward an approach that addresses mind, body and spirit. More than 40 million Americans over the age of 12 (16 percent of the population) are addicted to alcohol or drugs, according to the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at New York City’s Columbia University.

Yet the standard treatments yield lessthan-stellar success rates.

Sixty percent of addicts return to drug use within a year after rehab, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, and only 5 percent of AA attendees continue with meetings after 12 months, according to AA research.

David Essel, a Fort Myers, Florida, life coach who specializes in working with substance abusers, says that when examining all the data, only about one in 10 addicts or alcoholics that use conventional means alone are still clean after one year. Fortunately, because

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Mending Brain and Body

Enter a group meeting for recovering addicts or alcoholics and chances are there will be a pot of black coffee, plus donuts or cookies. “Having poor eating habits is a primary contributing factor to relapse,” says Registered Dietitian David Wiss, founder of NutritionInRecovery.com, which provides nutrition consulting for recovery programs in Los Angeles. Because substance abuse can deaden appetite and many of the same neurological circuits that drugs and alcohol stimulate are also activated by salty or sugar-laden foods, newly recovering addicts tend to be ravenous and drawn to junk food. “After 30 days in treatment, people can gain 10 to 30 pounds. They often turn back to addictive substances they’ve abused to get their appetite back under control,” says Wiss. (Because smoking deadens taste buds, drawing people to seek out more intense salty or sugary flavors, it exacerbates the problem.)

In a subconscious attempt to get maximum stimulation of now-neglected reward centers in the brain, users often eat little most of the day, then binge later, leading to erratic blood sugar levels that can impact mood, further sabotaging recovery. After years of abuse, addicts also tend to suffer deficiencies of proteins and good fats—key building blocks of a healthy brain.

“The brain has been rewired due to the use of substances. Without healing it, you can attend all the meetings in the world and you’ll still struggle with cravings,” reports Essel. He starts new clients with 500 milligrams (mg) daily of the dietary supplement DLphenylalanine, an amino acid precursor to feel-good neurotransmitters such as norepinephrine. He also gives them tyrosine, an energizing amino acid said to quell sugar cravings. For relieving a craving in progress, he recommends 500 to 1,000 mg of glutamine, placed under the tongue.

Wiss says he generally recommends food over supplements, yet asking newly recovering addicts to also revamp their diets can be tough. “I wouldn’t expect anyone to make a big nutritional change in their first week of sobriety,” he says.

After that, he encourages small steps: Drink eight glasses of water per day. Eat three meals and three snacks to keep blood sugar stable. Load up on fiber, which can help heal the gut and replenish it with healthy bacteria. Eat plenty of lean protein to promote production of feel-good brain chemicals. Load up on nuts, seeds, fatty fish and other omega-3 fatty acids that suppress inflammation in the brain and have been shown in some studies to quell depression.

Daily exercise is also key as Wiss notes that it “circulates our blood and gets all those healthy nutrients into our brain.”

Physical activities can also help fill the void and even provide a new sense of identity for someone whose selfesteem has been shattered, says Scott Strode, founder of Denver, Colorado’s Phoenix Multisport, which hosts group cycling, running and climbing outings for recovering addicts and alcoholics.

Strode kicked his own cocaine habit 18 years ago by immersing himself first in boxing, then climbing and triathlons.

He founded Phoenix in 2007 to help fill what he sees as a gaping hole in recovery support services—a place where people with similar pasts can gather and talk without dwelling exclusively on their dependence issues. He has since served 15,000 people in Colorado, California, and Boston, offering 60 free outings a week for anyone at least 48 hours sober.

“By being part of something like this, you can let go of the shame of being the addict, the junkie or the one that let down the family. Now you are the climber or the mountain biker,” says Strode. He stresses that Phoenix programs aren’t intended to replace treatment. Still, “For some, just that redefining of self may be enough. For others, it’s a powerful tool in a broader toolbox.”

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Beyond AA

Co-founded in 1935 by an alcoholic named Bill Wilson, Alcoholics Anonymous now has 2 million members and has played an important role in many successful recoveries. However, its Godbased approach (five of the 12 steps refer to God or Him), a credo that alcoholics must admit “powerlessness” and its emphasis on alcoholism as a defining disease aren’t for everyone. Naysayers

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point to a 2006 finding by the nonprofit Cochrane Collaboration that states, “No experimental studies unequivocally demonstrated the effectiveness of AA or 12-step approaches for reducing alcohol dependence or problems.”

Such concerns have prompted some alternative recovery fellowships, including Moderation Management (Moderation.org), which helps people that want to drink less; and Smart Recovery (SmartRecovery.org), which supports an ethos of self-empowerment via cognitive behavioral therapy, nutritional changes and group discussions. Other programs focus on renewing the soul by applying metaphysical practices to the traditional 12 steps.

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“The conventional 12 steps talk about a higher power outside of you,” says Ester Nicholson, a singer, author and addictions counselor. In her book Soul Recovery: 12 Keys to Healing Addiction, she describes a descent into crack cocaine addiction beginning in her teens, and the long climb out of it.

At first, she says, the 12 steps helped her break free of what she calls the “spiritual malady, mental obsession and physical allergy,” that is addiction.

But after a decade of being clean, followed by a near-relapse, she discovered meditation and other spiritual practices.

“I realized that this higher power can restore me to sanity, but the higher power is actually within me. I found this wonderful bridge between the 12 steps and universal spiritual principals, and it is rocking my world.”

Patti Lacey, 54, an Essel client, likewise found lasting sobriety by extending her toolbox, learning to focus not only

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on past pain, but on bringing forth her best self. According to the International Coach Federation, which reports an uptick in interest in recovery coaching, a coach helps to establish individual goals and map a journey to success.

Two years into recovery, Lacey still takes her supplements daily, rises at dawn to meditate, attends 12-step meetings and is part of a nondenominational church community. She also regularly meets with her coach to report progress and update goals, including getting a handle on her finances, a frequent casualty of addiction. “Everybody’s journey is different,” Lacey confirms.

“What I needed was someone to tell me exactly what to do in the beginning, and then be around to hold me accountable. That changed everything.”

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Ear acupuncture: Since 1974, addiction specialists have used an ear acupuncture needling protocol to ease cravings, decrease anxiety and improve sleep during withdrawal. Numerous published studies in The Lancet, the Archives of Internal Medicine and others support its efficacy. More than 1,000 U.S. programs now use it, according to the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (AcuDetox.com).

Neurofeedback: Also known as EEG biofeedback, this technique uses electroencephalography sensors attached to the head to enable someone to observe their own brain wave activity on a computer and learn to intentionally alter it via visualization and relaxation techniques (isnr.net).

Aromatherapy: Life coach David Essel recommends three aromatherapy oils to clients in recovery: lavender, a relaxant; lemon grass, for energy; and frankincense, a mood-balancer.

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emonially for centuries. In the 1960s, an opioid addict accidentally discovered that after experiencing an intense, four-to-eight-hour dreamlike “trip”, his cravings for heroin ceased. Deborah Mash, Ph.D., a professor of neurology and molecular and cellular pharmacology at the University of Miami, traveled to Amsterdam in the early 1990s to see if there was any truth to such cases.

“I saw a man that was on heroin and cocaine and addicted to benzodiazepines undergo detox with no withdrawal signs, and in 36 hours look like a new person,” she recalls. She has been studying it ever since. The drug is believed to serve as an addiction interrupter, acting on opioid receptors in the brain to quell withdrawal symptoms.

Some describe it as “resetting the brain” to a pre-addicted state.

Ibogaine is illegal in the U.S. Some offshore clinics are providing it, but Mash warns that some are unscrupulous, so buyer beware. (ClearSkyIbogaine.com offers medically supervised Ibogaine therapy in Cancun, Mexico).

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n her book, Soul Recovery: The 12 Keys to Healing Addiction, Ester Nicholson offers a metaphysical take on the 12 steps. Here’s a look.

You are the Power. Through my conscious union with the infinite universal presence, I am powerful, clear and free. Through the realization that God is within me, expressing as me, my life is in divine and perfect order.

Restored to wholeness. Through my conscious connection with the one power, I reclaim my spiritual dominion and emotional balance. I am restored to my original nature of clarity, peace and wholeness. I am restored.

Complete surrender. I turn my life over to the care of the God I understand, know and embody as love, harmony, peace, health, prosperity and joy. I know that which I am surrendering to, and I do so absolutely. Knowing that this power is the very essence of my being, I say with my whole heart and mind: Thy will be done.

An examined life. Through my absolute surrender and conscious connection to the one power and presence, I courageously, deeply and gently search within myself for all thought patterns and behaviors that are out of alignment with love, integrity, harmony and order.

Living out loud. I claim the courage and willingness to share the exact nature of my mistakes with another spiritual being. I am heard with compassion, unconditional love and wisdom. In this loving vibration, clarity, peace and balance are restored.

Honoring the inner child. I am now ready to release all thought patterns and behaviors

unlike my true nature, which is wholeness. I free-fall into the loving presence of spirit within, and allow it to heal every known and unknown false belief. I am transformed by the renewal of my mind.

Never give up. In loving compassion for every aspect of my being, I humbly surrender to the love of spirit. I know myself as a perfect expression of life. I surrender all, and I am restored to the life I am created to live.

Willingness. I acknowledge the people I have offended based on false beliefs, fear, doubt and unworthiness. I am willing to go to any lengths to clean up my side of the street.

Cleaning up the wreckage. Backed by all the power of the universe, I lovingly, directly and honestly make amends in a way that supports the highest good of all concerned.

Spiritual maintenance. I am in tune with my inner self. With integrity, love and self-compassion, I acknowledge my mistakes and continue to clean up the mistakes of my past and present.

Conscious contact. Through daily prayer and meditation, I deepen my conscious connection to the divine and experience the fullness of the universal presence as the dynamic reality of my life.

Loving service. Through my awakened consciousness, I am now prepared to carry the message of truth out into the world. I am now a clear channel to support the awakening of others to their true identity of wholeness.

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n 1977, two Yale School of Medicine scientists identified the infected blacklegged deer tick carrying the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi as the disease-transmitting organism of Lyme disease. Since 1982, this most commonly reported vector-borne disease in the U.S. has gained notoriety, with its own resource book, Disease Update: Science, Policy & Law; research center (Columbia-Lyme. org/index.html); International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society website, ilads.org; Lyme Times print journal (LymeDisease.org); and national informational organization, the Tick-Borne Disease Alliance (TBDAlliance.org).

The surge of activity appears justifiable. According to scientists at the Centers for Disease Control, approximately 300,000 cases are diagnosed annually in this country alone.

Amy Tan, author of The Joy Luck Club, is a post-treatment Lyme disease patient and co-founder of LymeAid 4Kids (Tinyurl.com/LymeAid4Kids) that funds the diagnosis and treatment of uninsured children with Lyme. She disagrees with physicians that downplay late-stage cases and insist that the disease is cured with a simple round of antibiotics, as does Katina Makris, a classical homeopath from New Hampshire and host of Lyme Light Radio.

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After experiencing mysterious symptoms, Makris spent five years suffering from debilitating symptoms familiar to individuals with Lyme—undiagnosed, relapsing fevers, lingering fatigue, joint pain, headaches, neurological symptoms and cognitive impairment. “Then I finally began my 10-year healing journey,” she says. Her book Out of the Woods: Healing from Lyme Disease for Body, Mind, and Spirit, is a recovery memoir and resource guide for alternative medical, emotional and spiritual support.

Lyme evades detection by standard blood tests for bacterial antigens and antibodies. “The ELISA [enzyme-linked immuno assay] test is only accurate between two weeks and two months after the bite,” says Makris, who notes that the Western Blot test is somewhat more accurate, while the IGeneX Laboratory test is superior. She believes the best laboratories for testing are Clongen Laboratories and IGeneX Laboratory Services.

Dr. Richard Horowitz has treated more than 12,000 Lyme disease patients as medical director of the Hudson Valley Healing Arts Center, in Hyde Park, New York. The author of Why Can’t I Get Better? Solving the Mystery of Lyme and Chronic Disease raises another red flag regarding detection.

Testing for coinfections frequently transmitted along with Lyme is unreliable. Horowitz, who will conduct a workshop with Makris at New York’s Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, in Rhinebeck, and online, from June 26 to 28, counsels that antibiotics are not effective because they don’t address all of the infecting organisms now frequently found in ticks.

Stephen Harrod Buhner, of Silver City, New Mexico, an independent scholar and citizen scientist and author of Healing Lyme Disease Coinfections, says that the bacteria have jumped species and found new hosts that live in habitats formerly occupied by wild animals: “They have learned to exist in humans and are teaching each other how to resist antibiotics and more easily infect us. What they do together in the body is a great deal more complex than what they do alone, making them difficult to treat. Bartonella species utilize the immune system of whatever mammal they infect as part of their infection strategy. Any existing inflammation in the body, such as arthritis, facilitates the growth of Bartonella.”

Essential Oils to Repel Ticks 1 cup distilled water 2 drops geranium essential oil 2 drops Palo Santo essential oil 1 drop myrrh essential oil 4 drops grapefruit essential oil 1 drop peppermint essential oil 1 drop Thieves hand soap or castile soap Place all ingredients in a spray bottle and shake. Spritz on socks, sneakers/ hiking boots, ankles and legs at a minimum and consider other exposed skin.

The weaker or more compromised one’s immune system, the more likely a debilitating course of illness will occur. An improved immune system can identify the outer membrane proteins of the offending bacteria and create countering antibodies in four to eight months. “Once the immune system creates the proper antibodies, the bacteria

are then eliminated fairly rapidly,” advises Buhner.

Makris is grateful that she saw a nutritionist trained in functional medicine.

“He worked slowly and methodically to reduce the inflammation, build up my immune system and restore my digestive, endocrine and nervous systems before killing the bacteria and opening up natural detoxification pathways to flush out the bacteria and their endotoxins.

We used weekly acupuncture appointments, good nutrition and homeopathic formulas, plus various herbs, vitamins and mineral supplements,” says Makris.

Ticks in high-vegetation areas wait for a passing host. To avoid these hitchhikers, wear light-colored long pants tucked into socks. A shirt should also be tucked in. Later, strip down and search hair, underarms, legs, behind the knees and ears, and in the belly button.

As commercial tick repellants contain toxic ingredients, a targeted mixture of topically applied, therapeutic-grade essential oils is preferred.

Linda Sechrist is the senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings.

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DADS How They Raise Conscious Kids

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athers are more involved in their children’s lives than ever before, embracing their roles of leader, nurturer and protector, and they’re reaping extraordinary benefits. According to a 2014 study published in the Academy of Management Perspectives, fathers that spend more time with their kids are both happier at home and more satisfied at work. Today, many mindful dads engaged in a natural lifestyle apply that same health consciousness to their parenting.

Support Mama. Natural fathering begins during pregnancy, with an informed birth plan. “Support whatever birthing decision the woman feels will provide her the most comfort and relaxation,” advises Dr. John Douillard, an ayurvedic chiropractor and author of six books, including Perfect Health for Kids. Hold her hand, rub her back, advocate for her rights and after the birth, support her efforts to breastfeed whenever, wherever and however long she wants.

“Fathers should recognize that the burden of care is clearly on the mother for at least the first year, so her opinions and wishes deserve special consideration and respect,” says Ben Hewitt, father of two, home unschooler and author of The Nourishing Homestead.

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in a sling, wrap or carrier is another comforting way to spend time together.

Co-sleeping helps foster a more natural sleep rhythm with a nocturnally hungry baby, while also offering another way to connect. “Any stress my family may have experienced during the day dissipated when we reconnected at nighttime,” Hewitt attests. “Looking back, I can’t imagine having missed out on that opportunity to be so close with my kids.”

Feed healthy habits. Natural dads are educated about both naturopathic and Western medicine to make informed choices regarding prevention and intervention. Douillard applies the ayurvedic principle of seasonal eating in order to bolster the immune systems of his six children and clients. Cooling foods like fruits and vegetables in summer prevent overheating; warming foods like soups, nuts and meats in winter lubricate mucus membranes and facilitate fat and protein storage; light foods like leafy greens in spring detoxify the body. His experience is that when kids with robust immunity catch the occasional malady, its severity and duration are reduced, and natural herbs often provide a gentle first step toward recovery.

Douillard treats colds with a spoonful of equal parts turmeric and honey mixed into a paste. “Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory and antiviral herb that also helps liquefy mucus in the respiratory tract,” he says. For tummy troubles, he suggests offering kids an herbal tea of cumin, coriander or fennel.

Above all, parents must exemplify good health habits. “Eat better, exercise

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When dads are calm and present, they become a calming presence. ~Hal Runkel regularly, change your diet with the local season and your kids will follow along,” says Douillard.

Impart green morals. Earth-conscious parents teach their children how to leave a faint ecological footprint by supporting local eco-friendly companies, reducing the presence of toxic chemicals in the home and consuming and wasting less. However, wagging a finger and imploring kids to be ecofriendly is not enough; model helpful behaviors and illustrate the implications of their choices. “Instead of saying, ‘You should recycle,’ show kids online pictures of the giant flotillas of plastics polluting the oceans,” says Hewitt. Maintain an experiential dialogue about respecting, preserving and enjoying nature.

Encourage adventure and resourcefulness. “Historically,” says Hewitt, “children learned alongside their parents and community, immersed in their environment, an arrangement that allowed them continual opportunities to prove their own resourcefulness.” All dads, like homeschoolers, will find satisfying fun in sharing problem-solving, hands-on projects with their kids, like building a debris shelter in the woods, planting a garden, or using repurposed materials to engineer something with form and function.

Learning doesn’t have to be a hierarchical activity, wherein dads teach children, says Hewitt. “The opportunity to learn and explore together is powerful.”

Play. Hewitt encourages dads to look for opportunities to relieve kids of their often overwhelming and scattered schedules. “It’s incredibly important for kids and adults to set aside time for free play and exploration,” he says.

“Go outside with them,” says Douillard. “Make up games, goof off, run around, roll around and just be with them. It makes a world of difference in their lives.”

Lane Vail is a freelance writer in South Carolina and blogger at Discovering Homemaking.com.

Cool Daddy

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n terms of discipline, natural fathering is neither tough nor timid, punishing nor permissive. The mindful dad is calm, connected and capable. He’s able to harness introspection and observe himself as he parents, because he focuses more on managing his own behavior than that of his kids.

“Fathering is a leadership role, not a management role,” says Hal Runkel, a licensed marriage and family therapist and author of the bestseller ScreamFree Parenting. “If I manage myself with calmness and clarity, I can lead my children to learn to manage themselves.”

Runkel says the first step is “committing to cool.” Find an anxiety- or anger-managing technique that feels natural, such as meditation, yoga, deep breathing, visualization, prayer or counting beads on a bracelet, and call on that skill to maintain coolness when challenged by a child, advises Runkel.

It’s a misconception that emotions need to be released or they will consume us, he says. “Emotions just are; it’s the thoughts about emotions that drive us crazy.” Learning to name, tame and befriend feelings through introspection and mindful exercises allows space for calm conversations with children to emerge.

“We fathers have a special responsibility to lead with calm because we are physically imposing in children’s eyes,” he says. “The approachable dad has teachable kids, and he lets natural and logical consequences do the teaching.” natural awakenings

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MANLY FOODS

Boost Testosterone with the Right Choices

by Kathleen Barnes

Today’s rates of male infertility and sexual dysfunction suggest that low testosterone is rapidly becoming a national problem.

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ohns Hopkins School of Medicine epidemiologists estimate that 18.4 percent of all American men over the age of 20, totaling 18 million, have reported experiencing erectile dysfunction. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 7.5 percent of all sexually experienced men under 45, or more than 4 million, have consulted a fertility doctor, suggesting it’s a serious problem among younger men.

“Both erectile dysfunction and infertility reflect elements of lifestyle choices, especially obesity, smoking and exposure to environmental toxins,” says Naturopath James Occhiogrosso, of Fort Myers, Florida, author of Your Prostate, Your Libido, Your Life: A Guide to Causes and Natural Solutions for Prostate Problems and ProstateHealthNaturally.com. He says there are many ways to address low testosterone, a factor in both issues, and a healthy diet is crucial for healthy sexual

function in both men and women.

Some foods can help, while others can hinder a man’s sexual vitality, advises Craig Cooper, of Newport Beach, California, founder of the CooperativeHealth network of men’s health websites and author of Your New Prime: 30 Days to Better Sex, Eternal Strength, and a Kick Ass Life After 40. He identifies key no-nos that decrease testosterone as eating excess sugar, drinking excessive alcohol and being sedentary. Here are the best foods for increasing testosterone.

Shrimp: Like fatty fish, this tiny crustacean is one of nature’s few food sources of vitamin D, which Harvard School of Public Health research confirms is linked to testosterone levels.

Four ounces of shrimp contain 162 IU (international units), about 40 percent of recommended daily intake.

Oysters, red meat and pumpkin seeds: All of these are rich sources of zinc, which Cooper notes has a direct link to higher testosterone levels. He cautions, however, that too much zinc can cause its absorption to diminish.

Men need 11 milligrams (mg) of zinc a day. Oysters are considered a food of love for a reason: One shelled oyster contains 12.8 mg of zinc. Pumpkin

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ealth counselor James Occhiogrosso says it’s essential to know a man’s entire hormone profile, not just testosterone levels, to understand the best way to treat problems.

A hormone panel should include blood and/or saliva tests of the following: 4 Testosterone 4 Free testosterone 4 SHBG (sex hormone binding globulin) 4 Progesterone and estradiol (hor mones not only present in women) 4 DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone), a precursor, or foundational hormone, that produces both estrogen and testosterone

seeds are zinc powerhouses with 7 mg in 3.5 ounces. By comparison, 3 ounces of beef liver or dark chicken meat deliver 4.3 mg and 2.4 mg, respectively.

Lean, grass-fed beef, tuna and nuts: These are high-quality sources of omega-3 fatty acids. “Without obtain-

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ing at least 20 percent of our daily calories from fat (no less than 15 percent) we can’t function at optimum capacity, as hormones are produced through the components of dietary fats, including the sex hormones like testosterone,” advises Virginia Beach, Virginia, Registered Dietitian Jim White, a spokesman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “A diet high in carbohydrates and too much dietary fat—more than 35 percent—will cause a gain in body fat, which can decrease testosterone levels. Balance is the key.”

Broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage: Cruciferous vegetables are rich sources of indole-3-carbinol, which helps both balance testosterone and estrogen, and neutralize excess estrogen in men and women, says Occhiogrosso. Yes, men have estrogen, too, just less than women, and too much blocks testosterone production.

Red grapes: This whole food is a good source of resveratrol and proanythocyanidin, which block harmful estrogen production, says White. Excess estrogen production spurred by eating foods like soy and flax and the growth hormones contained in big agriculture’s meat and dairy products lowers testosterone production in men.

Strawberries: Due to their cortisol-lowering vitamin C, all berries help reduce stress, including when hormones are released during a heavy workout that can hamper testosterone production. One study published in the International Journal of Sports Medicine confirms that more cortisol equals less testosterone; another in the World Journal of Men’s Health shows that high cortisol lowers sex drive and results in delayed ejaculation.

Plus, two Brazilian studies showed animals with the highest vitamin C intake had the highest sperm counts among study subjects. Another good cortisol fighter is the allicin in garlic.

Pomegranates: Occhiogrosso likes pomegranates for building testosterone levels. An impressive study from the International Journal of Impotence Research showed that the performance of 47 percent of the impotent male study participants

improved after consuming a daily glass of pomegranate juice for four weeks.

“Food is always the first choice when I’m treating men with testosterone and fertility issues,” says Occhiogrosso. “It’s often effective without the dangers of testosterone injections.”

Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous health books, including Food Is Medicine: 101 Prescriptions from the Garden. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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THE TEENY-TINY VACATION OPTION Mini-Dwellings Make Travel a Lark

by Avery Mack

Tiny vacation cottages offer a simple, cozy setting for taking time off together and spell crazy fun—a huge improvement over sterile motel rooms.

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ost of us are oriented to a typical American house averaging 2,300 square feet, making it a childlike hoot to step into the petite footprint of a tiny house one-tenth the size. Vacation rentals of “tinies” are available nationwide in all shapes and styles—including treetop aeries.

Tree houses range from rustic to luxurious. Marti MacGibbon and her husband, Chris Fitzhugh, spent a romantic weekend at the Out ‘n’ About Treehouse Resort, in Cave Junction, Oregon.

“The Peacock Perch is a favorite,” says MacGibbon. “It also helps me overcome my fear of heights.”

In Hawaii, Skye Peterson built a tree house from recycled materials in five native ohia trees outside Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. The eco-friendly, solarpowered, passive-energy vacation home enchants guests with firelight at night and breakfast in the morning.

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with the comforts of home. Yellowstone National Park’s Yellowstone Under Canvas has summer options for every budget through September 7, including an onsite gourmet restaurant. Tipis offer the basics, while a roomier safari tent adds a wood-burning stove with complimentary firewood. A deluxe suite with private bath sleeps a family with king-size and sofa beds. All face majestic views of mountains, water and wildlife.

Rustic Karenville, eight miles from Ithaca, New York, isn’t on any map.

Owner and builder Karen Thurnheer and her husband, Robert Wesley, live in a 270-square-foot cabin amidst a small village of tinies next to the 9,000-acre Danby State Forest. The little buildings don’t have running water; some have woodstove heat, electricity if the generator’s running and there’s a composting outhouse. “The houses are silly and fun,” she says. “There’s fresh air and at night a million stars.”

Sarah and John Murphy welcome travelers to enjoy urban life with amenities in the heart of Music City via Nashville’s tiniest guest house. With a complete kitchen and bath, conditioned air and Wi-Fi, its 200 square feet can accommodate four.

Rhode Island’s Arcade Providence historic shopping mall took a hit from Internet shopping. Now it’s vibrantly alive as micro-apartments (bedroom, bath and kitchen in 300 square feet) fill the second and third levels, while first-floor stores cater to residents and destination shoppers. The “no vacancy” sign is regularly posted for apartments acting as dorms or pied á terres.

On the West coast, near the 150acre Lily Point Marine Park, in Port Roberts, Washington, a secluded gingerbread cottage affords a gas fireplace,

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solarium and upstairs deck for viewing wildlife. “It’s relaxing and romantic,” says owner Pat Capozzi.

Artsy and trendy, Caravan is the first tiny hotel in the United States.

Since 2013, guests have enjoyed a choice of its six tiny houses in Portland, Oregon’s Alberta Arts District.

Simple-living students, retirees and even families with small children and pets are embracing the concept longer-term. “The best part,” says Macy Miller, a Boise, Idaho architect who built her own tiny of recycled materials at a cost of $12,000, “is no mortgage.” To avoid local minimumsize zoning requirements, her house is mounted on a flatbed trailer. The 196-square-foot space is also home to her boyfriend James, toddler Hazel, and Denver, a 150-pound great dane.

Recently, Miller blogged, “I’m designing what may be the first tiny nursery as we expect baby number two!”

As Thurnheer observes, “There are lots of silly people like me who love living tiny.”

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The Gut-Mind Connection David Perlmutter on How Stomach Microflora Affect Brain Health

by Linda Sechrist

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r. David Perlmutter, a board-certified neurologist and recipient of the Linus Pauling Award for his innovative approaches to addressing neurological disorders, has recently released Brain Maker, the latest in a series of books on brain health. This medical advisor to the Dr. Oz Show demonstrates how brain problems can be prevented by adopting lifestyle changes that nurture the bacteria living in the digestive system.

Why did you begin your book with the quote, “Death begins in the colon,” rather than “Brain health begins in the gut”?

I wanted to draw attention to the real life-or-death issues mediated by what goes on inside the gut. Individuals with an immediate concern for their heart, bones, immune system or brain must recognize that the health of these parts and functions are governed at the level of commensal gut bacteria, the normal microflora that eat what we eat. This relationship is the most powerful leverage point we have for maintaining health.

How were you led to expand from studying the nervous system and brain to investigating gastrointestinal medicine?

Early on in my career, I was taught that everything that goes on in the brain stays there. But leading-edge research now reveals that seemingly disparate organs are in close communication, regulating each other’s health. As scientific literature began supporting the notion that gut-related issues 40

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have a huge bearing on brain health, and specifically on brain disease, it became important to me to be able to leverage deep knowledge of this empowering information in terms of being able to treat brain disorders.

What is the Human Microbiome Project (HMP)?

HMP, launched in 2008 by the National Institutes of Health, is a $115 million exploration of the gut microbiome. In the ongoing research project involving genetic and DNA assessment, researchers are looking at the microbiome array in the gut of individuals suffering from various diseases. They are drawing correlations between emerging patterns in the abnormalities of gut bacteria and specific diseases. For example, autism correlates with an overabundance of the Clostridia species. In diabetes, there are more Firmicutes than Bacteroidetes, which we also see in obesity characteristic of the Western cosmopolitan diet.

This is paving the way for interventions designed to restore a normal balance of gut bacteria. An example in my book is Dr. Max Nieuwdorp’s research at the University of Amsterdam, in which he discovered an array of abnormal bacteria that characterize Type 2 diabetes. In the more than 250 individuals diagnosed with diabetes that he treated in a double-blind study, he was able to reverse the disease by inserting a series of fecal material transfers from healthy, lean donors into diabetic patients.

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What is the most eye-opening information about the roles played by gut organisms?

More than 100 trillion bacteria live in our gut. Plus, there are viruses, yeast species and protozoa. When we factor in their genetic material, it means that an astonishing 99 percent of the DNA in our body is bacterial. It’s humbling to realize they influence all manner of physiology, from our immune system to our metabolism, making vitamins, maintaining the gut lining and controlling inflammation, the key mechanism involved in Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis and any number of brain degenerative disorders. They also exert influence over the expression of our 23,000 genes, in effect regulating the expression of the human genome.

The latest startling discovery— which is so new that it’s not in the book—is that bacterial DNA sequences have now been found in the human genome, meaning we are partly bacterial. It reveals the most sophisticated symbiotic and intimate relationship at the deepest level imaginable. It turns the previous way of thinking about who we are upside-down. Our perceptions of the world, moods, hunger or satiety, even our metabolism, are dictated by gut bacteria, which deserve careful stewarding.

They don’t deserve, for example, to be bombarded by the capricious use of antibiotics whenever we have the sniffles.

How can we reestablish good gut health?

Better food choices bring about significant changes in our body’s microbiome.

By incorporating prebiotic foods such as Jerusalem artichokes, dandelion greens, garlic, leeks, onions, jicama or Mexican yam, as well as fermented foods such as kimchi, kombucha tea, yogurt and kefir, individuals can reestablish good gut health that helps them gain control over inflammation, the cornerstone of all degenerative conditions. Inflammation originates in the gut. Balancing bacteria and reducing intestinal permeability, which allows substances to leak through the lining of the small intestine into the bloodstream, can reduce it.

Visit Linda Sechrist’s website, ItsAllAbout We.com, for the recorded interview.

Young Living Essential Oils Is a Sure Bet for Personal Wellness and Professional Development

by Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer

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ince 2009, Sarasota-based entrepreneurs Robert and Alina Rinato have been working with the internationally acclaimed natural health company Young Living Essential Oils which cultivates, produces and distributes premium-grade essential oils and aromatherapy products.

Through their close connections within the Young Living network, this husband-and-wife duo has attained both professional achievement and personal fulfillment. In light of their widespread success, the couple is currently seeking like-minded people to join their distribution team, giving them access to the same health initiatives, career advancements and sense of community that the Rinatos enjoy.

“We have been members of Young Living for over five years. After we fell in love with the products and the YL lifestyle, we began sharing the benefits we were experiencing with our friends, family and community. Over the years, we have continued sharing and teaching others to share as well. Today, our team consists of 10,000 members and growing. Our success has even gotten us featured in Bliss Business’s ‘The Four Year Career: Young Living Edition’ by Richard Bliss Brooke (BlissBusiness.com/youngliving),” explains Alina Rinato.

However, to this couple, expanding their network is more than just a profitable business endeavor; it’s a reflection of their sincere passion for this company. “Young Living is known for its commitment to quality and its unique Seed-to-Seal process. From selecting the proper seed to cultivating, harvest-

ing and distilling the oil, then testing and sealing the final product, this process guarantees both a purity and potency unmatched anywhere else in the marketplace. This purity unlocks a world of potential for therapeutic value,” clarifies Alina.

Not only do the Rinatos agree that Young Living’s standard of excellence surpasses its competitors, but they believe in these products so strongly that oil usage has become an integral part of their routine lives.

“Our favorite way to get started with essential oils is through the Everyday Oils collection, which contains common scents such as lavender, peppermint and lemon, as well as our two favorite blends: Thieves and Stress Away! We use Thieves every day to support our immune systems by applying on our bodies and diffusing in our home. Stress Away is such an incredible scent that I just wear it as my daily perfume!” quips Alina.

In addition to the optimal healing properties found in Young Living’s naturally pure products, the commercial-end also presents a rewarding opportunity for entrepreneurial individuals to reach their professional goals. Alina expounds, “As a member of our distribution network, you’ll have access to the best essential oils available on the market at wholesale prices. However, an even greater value is found through the worldwide community and constant product education offered by YL. “The benefits of working with this company include improved personal wellness, heart-centered purpose in helping others and an incredible opportunity for abundance. In fact, working with YL has allowed us personally to resign from our previous careers before the age of 30, and now we can be stay-at-home parents to our six-month-old child.”

If the idea of helping others improve their own health, while obtaining career flexibility and independence appeals to you, the Rinatos want to make your aspiration a reality. In fact, joining this dynamic duo’s increasing number of successful distributors is both stress-free and straightforward – not to mention, worthwhile.

On that note, Alina concludes, “To become a member of our Young Living network, simply contact us. We’ll assist with your account set-up, get you plugged into our online and local communities, and make sure you have a YL reference guide, as well as our team-specific sharing tools, to launch your business. We offer monthly classes in Sarasota and free one-on-one business coaching for our teammates.”

For more information about Young Living Essential Oils, visit YLEOSRQ.com. To get started as a YLEO distributor, contact Robert and Alina Rinato at 813-644-9104 or Hello@yleosrq. com.

Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer is a writer and copy editor for the Sarasota-Manatee edition of Natural Awakenings. She works as a freelance writer, blogger and social media marketer, based in Southwest FL. Her personal blog, HealthBeAHippie.Wordpress.com, features practical tips for embracing a fit, nutritious and empowered lifestyle. natural awakenings

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Yoga for the Bro’s Men Find it Builds All-Around Fitness

by Meredith Montgomery

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Pansies with Butterfly Janis Grau Working with watercolors is a long-term proposition for Janis Grau, who earned a degree from the Maryland Institute College of Art and went on to teach art to middle-schoolers for 35 years.

After living on Maryland's shoreline, this Baltimore native now creates art in her Fort Myers, Florida, home studio.

Grau finds inspiration for her paintings in the natural settings of these two coastal areas. Her compositions stem from a desire to capture the fleetingness of nature in some permanent way. She notes, “I want observers to be drawn into the flower, imagine the scent and feel the texture of each petal and leaf, so that they may see something they’ve never before noticed.”

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ive thousand years ago, most yoga teachers and students were men.

Today, of the 15 million American practitioners, less than a third are males.

However, this figure has increased in the past decade, with teachers in some areas reporting a balanced ratio of men and women in their classes.

Yet, even as professional athletes add yoga to their training regimen, Power Yoga founder Bryan Kest, in Santa Monica, California, points out, “To the mainstream man, yoga is not masculine. You see men in ballet performances, but it doesn’t mean men are attracted to ballet.”

Eric Walrabenstein, founder of Yoga Pura, in Phoenix, agrees. “To achieve the widest adoption of the practice, we need to shift away from the notion that yoga is a physical exercise primarily for women, to one that embraces yoga’s holistic physical, mental and emotional benefits for anyone regardless of gender.”

Life Benefits

Physically, yoga can complement traditional workout routines by increasing flexibility, strength and balance, and also play a role in pain management and injury prevention. Kest says, “Yoga is the best fitness-related activity I know of, but the tone and shapeliness that results is a byproduct. The focus is on balance and healing.”

He encourages students to challenge themselves without

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being extreme. “The harder you are on anything, the faster you wear it out. If our objective is to both last as long and feel as good as possible, it makes no sense to push hard. Instead we should be gentle and sensitive in our practice.”

Men will do well to learn how to stop what they’re doing and breathe, says Kreg Weiss, co-founder of My Yoga Online (now on Gaiam TV), from Vancouver. He emphasizes the importance of modifying poses as needed during classes and notes that doing so takes vulnerability that doesn’t come naturally to most men. “If you find yourself shaking while holding downward dog, allow yourself to go down to the floor without worrying about what others will think.”

Societal pressures of masculinity sometimes dictate who a man thinks he should be. Breaking through such barriers enables a man to be relaxed with himself and unafraid as, “It changes what goes on off the mat, too,” observes Weiss.

Bhava Ram (née Brad Willis), founder of the Deep Yoga School of Healing Arts, in San Diego, points out, “Men need yoga because it helps us deal better with stress and emotional issues. When we have more inner balance, we show up better for ourselves, spouses, friends and loved ones.”

Therapeutic Benefits

As modern science begins to document yoga’s healing effects, it’s being used in treatment plans for conditions ranging from addiction and trauma to multiple sclerosis and cancer. Ram was a Type A

aggressive reporter and network war correspondent and, “Like many men with similar personality types, I struggled with anger and control issues. I had no interest in yoga; it seemed strange and unnecessary to me,” he recalls.

After a broken back, that ended his journalism career, failed surgery, advanced cancer and dependance on prescription drugs, he found himself facing death. Inspired by his young son to take control of his health, he embraced yoga as a healing way forward.

After two years of dedicated practice, Ram says he turned 80 pounds of physical weight and 1,000 pounds of emotional toxins into gratitude, forgiveness and loving kindness. “I left 90 percent of my back pain behind and the cancer is gone.”

Kest explains that yoga’s significant therapeutic value is based on its capacity to reduce stress and its effects, while teaching and strengthening techniques to cope with it. “Ninety

percent of the stress we put on our bodies originates in the stress we put on our minds,” he says. “If you want to be healthy, you have to look at mental fitness, not just the size of your biceps or the strength of your cardiovascular system. It’s calmness and peacefulness of mind that matter.”

Tips for First-Timers

Weiss urges men new to yoga to take time to find the right class. “When men that can’t touch their toes walk into some preconceived notion of a class full of women Om-ing, they feel apprehensive and the experience does them no service.” Regardless of one’s state of fitness, it’s important to start slowly, with a focus on the breath. “If you don’t have a good foundation, you can miss a lot of yoga’s benefits. Seek teachers with a solid yoga background educated in anatomy.”

Walrabenstein recommends that first-timers find a class that meets their expectations of targeted benefits. “Re-

Yoga Helps Vets Heal

by Meredith Montgomery

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ccording to the International Journal of Yoga Therapy, an essential aspect of recovering from trauma is learning ways to calm down, or self-regulate. As suicide, divorce, domestic violence, drug abuse, homelessness and violent behavior continue to plague veterans and members of the military, yoga is being regarded as a promising treatment or adjunctive therapy for addressing symptoms associated with trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Numerous studies indicate that veterans that practice yoga (including postures, breath work, guided visualization and affirmation) can better cope with PTSD and other emotional challenges, and realize enhanced physical and mental stability.

Former war correspondent Bhava Ram founded Warriors for Healing (W4H). Launched online and through trained teachers this year, “We want

to spread the word that yoga science is proven to be extremely effective for coping with PTSD and life-based trauma,” he says. The intention is to help people unlock their inherent power to heal, and to assist in a journey of self-empowerment as they establish new lives.

W4H and its foundation partners provide resources for veterans and their families to implement yoga’s transformational lifestyle practices, including nutrition, philosophy, breath work and postures. Studies from leading institutions including the University of California, Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital have shown that these practices can change the organism that is us down to the level of our genomes.

“We’re not stuck where we are,” says Ram. “My own history illustrates this, and I’ve seen many others heal from remarkable challenges.”

member that yoga is supposed to serve you in enabling your best life possible.

If for you that means a vigorous workout, go for it. Even the most physicallyoriented yoga styles can carry profound mental and spiritual benefits—and can lead to a deeper, more rewarding practice over time.”

Arrive early to class to get settled and talk with the teacher about physical status, potential limitations or other concerns. Yoga is practiced barefoot and clothing should be loose and comfortable, allowing the body to sweat and move.

Walrabenstein reminds men to have fun. “Yoga, like anything, can be awkward at first. Make space for your learning curve and remember, no one in class is judging you.”

Meredith Montgomery, a registered yoga teacher, publishes Natural Awakenings of Mobile/Baldwin, AL (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com).

Bootstrap, an online yoga system specific to the challenges of military duty-related stress, has distributed 70,000 yoga sessions to troops and veterans and their families since 2013. Designed to fill the many gaps left by traditional treatment strategies, it’s tailored to empower users to manage stressors and stressful episodes in a productive and ongoing way.

Founder Eric Walrabenstein, a former U.S. Army infantry officer, notes that the program is curriculum-driven.

Beyond breath and body postures, its 10-week structure makes it accessible to those that wouldn’t necessarily step into a studio. “The multimedia program has been clinically proven to derail chronic stress caused by military service in less than one hour per day,” he says.

Bootstrap is presented as a stressmanagement program that just happens to use yoga techniques. “We did this because many men tend to self-select themselves out of the practice,” he says.

“We wanted to avoid that as well as the idea that yoga is primarily about postures, when that’s only a small fraction of what the practice is.”

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HIDDEN TREASURES Neighbors Discover Their Wealth of Resources

by John McKnight and Peter Block

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he essential promise of consumerism is that everything fulfilling or needed in life can be purchased— from happiness to healing, from love to laughter and from raising a child to caring for someone at the end of life.

What was once the task of relatives and neighbors has been outsourced, costing the family its capacity to manage traditionally provided necessities. The community, which once provided an extended support system, is no longer viable, replaced by paid professionals and technology.

Until the 20th century, the basic philosophy of rearing children was that they become effective grownups by connecting with productive adults and learning the community’s skills, traditions and customs from them. Youth had jobs to do: caring for the elderly and young, doing household chores and helping with food. When they became adults, they were thus equipped to care both for the next generation and for those that had cared for them.

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improves, the environment is sustained and people are safer and have a stronger local economy.

We too, can decide to shift our attention toward rebuilding the functions of our family and neighborhood. We have the gifts, structures and capacities to substitute for our habit of consumption. Here’s an example of how it works.

Neighbors Naomi Alessio and Jackie Barton were talking about family challenges when Alessio noted her son Theron’s encouraging turnaround after he met Mr. Thompson, who had a metalworking shop in his garage. The old man invited him in and something clicked. Theron began to stop by every day, proudly bringing home metal pieces he’d learned to make. Alessio could see Theron change and finally stopped worrying about what he was doing after school.

Barton admitted that her son Alvin was in trouble, and asked Alessio if there might be someone in the neighborhood whose skills would interest him. They decided to ask all the men in the neighborhood about their interests and skills. In three weeks, they found men that knew about juggling, barbecuing, bookkeeping, fishing, hunting, haircutting, bowling, investigating crimes, writing poems, fixing cars,

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weightlifting, choral singing, teaching dogs tricks, mathematics, praying and how to play trumpet, drums and the saxophone. They discovered enough talent for all the kids in the neighborhood to tap into.

Three of the men they met— Charles Wilt, Mark Sutter and Sonny Reed—joined Alessio, Barton and Thompson in finding out what the kids on the block were interested in learning. Also, why not ask the kids what they knew? They found 22 things the young people knew that might be of interest to some adults on the block.

The six neighbors named themselves the Matchmakers and began to connect neighbors that shared the same interests, from gardening to job opportunities. They created a multiuse neighborhood website. Many neighbors formed a band, plus a choir led by Sarah Ensley, an elder who’d been singing all her life.

Charles Dawes, a police officer, formed an intergenerational team to make the block a safe haven for everyone.

Then Lenore Manse decided to write family histories with photos and persuaded neighborhood historian Jim Caldwell and her best friend, Lannie Eaton, to help. Wilt suggested that the Matchmakers welcome newcomers by giving them a copy of the block history, and then updating it with information about each new family.

Three years later at the annual block party, Barton summed up the neighborhood’s accomplishment: “All the lines are broken; we’re all connected. We’re a real community now.”

These local connections can give the modern family what the extended family once provided: a functioning community with a strong culture of kin, friends and neighbors. A regenerated community emerges, yielding essential qualities of a satisfying life: kindness, generosity, cooperation, forgiveness and the ability to nurture families that have reclaimed their function.

Adapted from an article by John McKnight and Peter Block for YES! Magazine that appears in its anthology, Sustainable Happiness. They are co-authors of The Abundant Community: Awakening the Power of Families and Neighborhoods (Abundant Community.com).

Helix Hair Design Can Help You By-Pass Artificial Beauty this Summer

by Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer

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hen was the last time your hair got cut or styled by a PhD-accredited cosmetologist? Chances are, not too recently! Veteran hairstylist Jutta Mestas, however, is an exception to this generality. Owner of the unique and innovative European Hair Designer salon in Port Charlotte, Mestas is the Suncoast’s only P.H.D. – Professional Helix Designer, that is!

For those unfamiliar with this “cutting”-edge hairstyling method, Mestas sets the record straight. “The Helix technique requires many hours of training, as this type of haircut is done with a specially designed scissor that is both beveled and torqued (curved and twisted) in order to cut a conical shape into the hair strand.

“Some people get curls, and some get waves, but everybody gets body and volume, which is really what most people need. Helix is a chemical-free alternative to damaging perms, and this cut cannot be done with any other type of scissors. Anybody can benefit from Helix, especially people with baby-fine hair!”

Not only does this Helix technique provide a gentle solution to the harsh wear and tear caused by synthetic

hair products, it also permanently changes the hair shaft’s structure, locking in voluminous texture and virtually eliminating the need for frequent touch-ups.

Mestas expounds, “A traditional haircut is done with a straight scissor, so you can never achieve a conical twist without the special Helix scissor. The primary benefit of a Helix cut is that it will not grow out of style, but will grow with your style.”

This multi-talented esthetician gives her clients more than haircuts, though. In fact, her full-service salon offers a wide spectrum of beauty treatments that you won’t find anywhere else in Southwest Florida.

“Another specialty I offer is called “balayage,” which is a French hair painting technique that creates a sun-kissed look with a more natural result [than chemical highlights].

Most recently, I’ve also started offering a new treatment incorporated into color or highlights to rebuild and repair fried, damaged hair. This is not a conditioner or surface ‘band-aid,’ but can be described more like deep-penetrating antibiotics for your hair,” Mestas clarifies.

However, despite this impressive skill set, it’s evident that her passion and expertise primarily stem from Helix. “I have been performing the Helix technique for over 13 years on my guests with great results. It’s such a carefree haircut!”

She then continues, “I was originally trained as a hairstylist in Germany at the age of 14 through a three-year apprenticeship. Then, I had the opportunity to cruise the world, styling hair, and eventually moved to the U.S. in 1990. Now, I have owned my own Helix salon for over 10 years in Port Charlotte.”

Furthermore, since chemicals are never involved in the formulation of her signature style, Mestas opts for an all-natural approach instead. “I use all organic products including color, highlights (made from real blueberries) and even organic perms if a guest requests one. Those same organic products are available in my salon to take home as well,” Mestas adds.

In addition to being the area’s only Helix-certified salon, she believes these other notable factors set European Hair Designers apart from her more conventional competitors.

“I operate a one-person salon, which means my guests receive a one-on-one service. My salon is also scent-free and mostly chemical-free, so there are no harsh smells from nail products or perm treatments. My guests can always enjoy a clean, relaxed, no-drama atmosphere.”

A peaceful, personalized ambiance and a lush cascade of curls await you at this one-of-a-kind salon. But, should you need any more incentive to try the Helix technique, Mestas sums it up perfectly: “If your hairstyle is not becoming to you, then you should ‘be coming’ to me!”

Located at 701 JC Center Court, Unit 10, Port Charlotte. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 941629-0074 or visit EuropeanHairDesigner.com. natural awakenings

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Walking The Cat Harness a Curious Cat for a Lively Stroll

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ats live longer these days, due to improved food, regular veterinary care and indoor living, but there’s another aspect of health to consider. To thrive, cats need mental and physical stimulation, which outdoor adventures naturally deliver.

“Leash walking’s a great way for cats to get fresh air, exercise and explore,” says Utica, New York, Veterinarian Debra M. Eldredge, author of Cat Owner’s Home Veterinary Handbook. Kitty’s senses are activated in such expanded horizons. For trips outside the yard, Eldredge advises, “Choose your places and times; you don’t want to mingle with joggers and skateboarders.”

Cats have definite preferences. “Jagger walks around the block with my husband, Rob,” says Anna Easteden, an actress in Los Angeles. Jagger has no problems with dogs he meets, but not all cats are so tolerant. “Star walks only in the yard, companioned by Fuzzy and Boots.” All four are microchipped in case of an escape.

Carrie Aulenbacher, of Erie, Pennsylvania, author of The Early Bird Café, first got her cat Daisy used to a harness indoors before venturing outside. “Now he runs to the door and meows to go out,” she says. Daisy’s been hiking for 10 years. View some of his adventures at Tinyurl.com/DaisyTheHikingCat.

Boston insurance underwriting assistant, cat blogger and artist Koshka Koh routinely walks her Abyssinian therapy cat, Jake. “We can’t hurry. People ask questions and want to pet him. They say, ‘I wish my cat could do that.’”

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progress too quickly, keep walks fun and use a harness, not the collar. Warfle’s own cat, Earl, hikes about two miles before tiring. A backpack-like pet carrier lets a feline take a break.

Adapt the walk’s length or location to a pet’s age and physical limitations, such as arthritis. “Jabez always loved to walk on Ventura’s wet sandy beaches,” says Californian Kac Young, a naturopath with a Ph.D. in natural health. “His second choice was a trip to Home Depot to ride in the cart.”

Now 18, Jabez doesn’t travel as often.

Routinely check kitty’s neck, tail, stomach and inner thighs to pick off fleas and ticks after an outing before they become a bigger problem. (For an infestation of fleas, comb the cat with natural dishwashing detergent and water to drown them and rinse kitty afterward.) Pet-grade diatomaceous earth is safe to rub into her fur and bedding.

Consider yard plants like mint, lemongrass, sage and lavender to repel bugs. Multiple studies suggest catnip, which kitty can roll in, may be an even more effective mosquito repellant than the toxic DEET (mosquitoes spread heartworm).

Cat companions agree that when kitty explores a blade of grass or pounces on a blowing leaf, it presents a delightful opportunity to be in the moment. A change of pace benefits those on both ends of the leash.

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by Darlene Arden n Cats need to get used to an idea before embracing it.

Proceed slowly.

There is a better way. A natural way.

n A collar is for ID tags, not walking—a cat can wiggle out of a collar. A harness, properly fitted at the pet supply store, is best. Designate a comfortable, padded, wider harness solely for walking, not to restrain the cat in the car (a crate is safer). n Let a cat see and smell the harness before putting it on.

Small treats help. Don’t let the cat bat it like a toy. Put the harness on for short spans each day until he’s used to it—cats tend to fall over, “paralyzed”, when it’s first introduced. n After the harness has been worn comfortably, add the leash and let him drag it around in an enclosed outdoor space.

Never use a flexi-lead/retractable leash. A six-foot bungee (stretchy) or woven leash allows space to explore without getting tangled in a bush or beyond reach. n Leash walk around the house without pulling, yanking or dragging—just do some pet-paced walking. n Don’t force the next step, because the outdoors can be a big, scary place; most cats need to observe first before exploring.

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Reversing the Effects of Aging

By Christina Captain, DOM

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e all age, if we are lucky enough, and the key is in paying attention to and managing the process. By doing this, we enable ourselves to increase our health span, not just our life span.

This is a choice, a philosophy that must permeate and infuse your entire life.

Each decision you make in regard to what you eat, do, say and think must all reflect a basic philosophy of health and well-being.

In order for this healthy aging process to manifest, one is required to make lifestyle changes that may be difficult and uncomfortable. It is also dependent on the amount of personal work you have done. The foundation of self-love must be firmly in place in order to be successful at healthy

aging. Love and respect for oneself is necessary to create a life that will support your youthful health span.

Can we continue to age chronologically and yet maintain a younger biological terrain?

The answer is yes! Biological terrain is the environment in which your body, mind and spirit exist. This biological terrain can either support the growth of the body, mind and spirit, or it can degrade and destroy them.

This terrain, if kept clean and properly functioning, can actually become younger despite your chronological age. Just let that sink in for a bit. You can become younger in body, mind and spirit. Now, don’t let my casual style fool you into thinking

this is an easy task. In fact, this task is quite arduous for some; it is timeconsuming and can be costly. There is actually a test available, – it’s called a telomere test – and this blood test can determine how old your body is in comparison to your chronological age.

Now that your interest is piqued, let’s begin a journey to discover some of the ways that you can increase your health span and allow your biological terrain to become younger.

We all need our beauty rest!

Adequate rest is a huge part of health; we age fastest when we do not get the rest we need. To put this concept to the test, the next time you don’t obtain adequate rest, look in the mirror and ask yourself, “How old do I feel today?”

I guarantee that you will see my point.

We all need adequate amount of clean drinking water. There are so many reasons for this I cannot even begin to enumerate them. Our bodies are mostly water, and without consuming adequate amounts of water, we cannot keep our tissues, organs and skin moist and juicy – the way they were intended to be.

We should regularly support our bodies with therapies like acupuncture, chiropractic and massage. These healing modalities can gently guide our bodies into a healthy and harmonious balance.

We all need adequate exercise.

Exercising the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of our selves is key to making our biological terrain younger.

Recently, I re-started the practice of Yoga. I find this practice to be a perfect blend of body, mind and spirit. It is just an incredible sensation on so many levels. Cardiovascular exercise and strength training are equally important.

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your caloric burn, as well as bone density. This is, of course, important in maintaining a healthy weight.

We all need clean food sources.

Eating organic, fresh, local whole foods is exactly what we should all strive for.

A variety of colored veggies and whole grains is a really good start. Another place to look is decreasing the amount of animal flesh you consume each day. If every person in the country just took one day per week and consumed no animal protein, the impact on everything from the environment to our water supplies would be major.

We all need contemplative time to provide us with inner reflection.

Meditation is, in my opinion, the best way to go. Being able to quiet the mind leads us into a state where we can self heal. I wonder what you could heal if you gave your self the time and the space to focus on it. If you are too busy to focus your energy on healing, how you can expect to maintain a youthful terrain?

Of course, these are the foundational blocks one needs to begin to reverse the age of their biological terrain. Anyone can start with these

concepts tomorrow; however, there are many of us who are already living with a disease or diagnosis. Some of us have become that diagnosis, bought into it whole heartedly and without doubt.

I am here to tell you to have doubt.

Doubt the fact that you have to live with autoimmune disease, depression or diabetes. The people who are in this category just need a little more help than an article can provide. They require a little more guidance and caring to ease them into a healthful existence where self-love can permeate

their lives and, in turn, shine outward to those around them. Seek out qualified practitioners who have integrity and walk their talk. Interview who you want to work with, ask around and get a referral.

Remember, it is only in the unity of a healthy mind, body and spirit that we find truth, bliss and peace.

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ithin recent years, choosing natural products over their artificial counterparts has become increasingly more mainstream. We are now paying close attention to the quality of ingredients we use or consume, eliminating harsh chemicals or preservatives from our lifestyles and carefully monitoring our overall physical wellness.

These positive strides toward embracing natural health have even carried over into the treatment of our furry friends. In fact, animals need wholesome ingredients just as much as people do, which is why giving them premium-grade nutrition is crucial. Fortunately, dietary supplements formulated for animals have taken the guesswork out of ensuring that your pet’s entire body, from oral hygiene to joint mobility, is functioning at optimum level.

The following Q & A discussion with local health professionals, Gabriel Williams – CEO of health industry marketing firm Beck Naturals – and Steve Siegling – Vice President of Sales at dental supplement company Good Gums, – offers more insight into natural products that both pets and their owners can benefit from.

Natural Awakenings: What is the primary purpose behind your respective companies, and how long have you each been in business?

Williams: I started Beck Naturals in 2011, but I’ve been in the natural products industry for close to 14 years. At Beck Naturals, we help develop new ingredients, formulate products and bring them to market.

Siegling: Good Gums has been in business since 2009, and was started after one of our company founders experienced great results with the product after receiving a sample from its creator, Isabelle Dunkenson. At that time, an agreement was made with Isabelle to promote the product and make it available to a mass market.

NA: What specifically sparked your interest for pursuing careers within the natural health industry?

Williams: Years ago, I worked for an AM radio station, and one of my clients was a nutritional supplement company. In order to create effective advertising campaigns, I learned about what they did and how it worked. The more I learned, the more I 50

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realized that exercise, proper diet and supplementation can be life-changing for people. So, I left that radio station and have been in the natural products industry ever since. Beck Naturals is a vehicle that allows me to purse projects I’m passionate about.

Siegling: After suffering a severe back injury, which resulted in surgery and the continued use of big drug pharmaceuticals for several years, I noticed the negative effect these medications were having on my body. So, I started looking for more natural alternatives. This got me involved with several companies that had great products but no sales or marketing experience, and they needed my help.

When I met Isabelle, she told me about her product and the difficulties she’d encountered promoting it, so I offered to give the founders of Good Gums some guidance. After our initial meeting, I received several bottles of the product which I gave to my spouse to try out. After two months, she experienced amazing results, so I contacted the Good Gums founders and said I wanted to be part of their business.

NA: I understand, in addition to promoting healthy lifestyles for people, you also work to improve the lives of animals. Can you expound?

Williams: At Beck Naturals, we currently work with two pet supplement companies – BioCMO Joint Support for Pets and Good Gums for Dogs.

BioCMO Joint Support is a direct part of the Beck Naturals family and contains several patented, proven effective ingredients. One thing you won’t find in this product is shellfish-based glucosamine. We’ve replaced glucosamine with water soluble BiovaPlex®, a more effective and easier to absorb ingredient made from eggshell membrane. BioCMO’s powerful formula contains several key ingredients proven to improve joint mobility, often within seven days. BiovaPlex also contains a complex blend of beneficial ingredients including Collagen, Elastin and Chondroitin.

Another important aspect of this product is its CMO concentrate, an ester derived from fatty acids. This concentrate lubricates the joints, provides anti-inflammatory properties and significantly improves arthritis, while reducing pain and swelling of affected joints.

KollaGen II-xs®, a naturally occurring complex that includes Hyaluronic Acid, Chondroitin and Glucosamine, is also a key ingredient in BioCMO. Its main purpose is to reconstruct and rebuild cartilage.

Some other notable properties found in BioCMO include MSM, a well-known sulfur-containing compound that’s been used for years to help with inflammation and pain relief, Bromelain, an anti-inflammatory derived from pineapples, and Papain 2M which promotes optimum absorption. In addition, this product contains no GMOs, soy, shellfish, gluten, pork or artificial ingredients.

The other pet supplement we work with is Good Gums. As far as the connection between Good Gums and BioCMO, we recognize that studies have linked poor dental and gum health with inflammation throughout the body, both in pets and people. While causation is not known, evidence points to a correlation between the two. As such, we’ve teamed up with Richard’s Foodporium and Holistic for Pets to offer a month-long educational and promotional opportunity to improve local pets’ health by attacking both issues at the source.

Siegling: Good Gums for Dogs is a new product that, starting June 1, will be sold at all Richard’s Foodporium locations, or at your favorite local, independent health or pet store – just ask if they carry it. This petfriendly formula is a new launch, as we got a lot of feedback from consumers in need of a natural alternative to traditional pet teeth cleaning practices that would help pets with poor gum health.

There is nothing like Good Gums for Dogs currently on the market. It’s all-natural and doesn’t require anesthetizing your pet for a tooth cleaning. Also, Good Gums contains no glycerin, the sticky substance in traditional dental products that blocks effective cleaning. The ingredients are listed as follows: Myrrh and peppermint to soothe sore gum tissue, Vitamin C and Bioflavonoid complex to help connective tissues heal and grow, baking soda to counter acidity produced by plaque build-up, French grey sea salt to apply magnesium onto the teeth for stronger enamel growth, and cinnamon, cranberry and tea tree leaves to gently protect against bacteria spikes with antimicrobial properties.

NA: What are the specific benefits of using these products to treat your pets naturally?

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gets inflammation, has a lubricating effect to reduce wear and tear, and offers support to rebuild and repair damaged or worn cartilage. We’ve also found that the CMO Concentrate and anti-inflammatory properties work wonders on an animal’s skin and coat. I would also add that BioCMO is economical and easy to use.

It’s a chewable tablet that dogs and cats love – even finicky ones. We get glowing reports from customers who say their pets love it, as well as others who have noticed remarkable improvements in only a week.

We encourage all pet owners to use at least a full bottle before coming to any conclusions, as the conditions we’re seeking to help will vary.

Siegling: Good Gums is ideal for supporting good dental hygiene in your pets and also alleviates that nasty ‘doggy breath’ smell.

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NA: What continues to fuel your passion for promoting natural products, and how do you practice healthy habits in your own life?

Williams: What we do at Beck Naturals allows me to work with small companies or people in the creation of natural products that truly benefit the end users. Compassion and quality are essential. I try to eat properly and only use quality supplements. For exercise, I ride mountain and road bikes, as well as just get out into nature whenever possible. I also participate in charity rides such as a 270-mile ride from North Miami to Daytona Beach Shores called the Florida Tour de Force, which raises money for the families of fallen officers in Florida.

Siegling: I enjoy helping both animals and people find all-natural ingredients to improve their overall dental hygiene.

For more information on Beck Naturals, call 386-957-5600, visit BeckNaturals.com, or email Web@becknaturals.com for 24-hour support. For more information on Good Gums, call 1-888-693-0333, visit Good-Gums.com, or email Sales@ good-gums.com.

Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer is a writer and copy editor for the Sarasota-Manatee edition of Natural Awakenings. She works as a freelance writer, blogger and social media marketer, based in Southwest FL. Her personal blog, HealthBeAHippie.

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Good News: Eco-Superior Pesticides for Pest Eradication and Control

An interview with Dean Burnside, A.f.C., President of Good News Pest Solutions

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n 2006, Good News Pest Solutions made a landmark decision to “go green,” eliminating traditional chemical products and substituting natural active ingredients for eradication of household pests.

Company President Dean Burnside acknowledges this was a daring move, but one that was preceded by careful research, study and hands-on testing. “We could see that the mood of the country was headed toward eco-friendly products,” he explains.

“Major cities, including New York City, and some entire states were seriously considering banning all pesticides.”

Burnside continues, “We are not just eco-friendly, we are eco-superior.

There is a heightened hunger in both the ‘green’ community and the nation at large for products that work better without poisoning our ground, our water, our air, our pets or ourselves. It’s been successful. Our client totals have increased to 8,000, satisfaction remains extremely high, and Good News is considered a national model for organic pest control – that’s good news indeed.”

To dispel some common myths about organic pesticides, Burnside answered a few questions frequently posed by consumers.

Q: What is the biggest difference between organic and traditional pesticides?

A: The biggest difference is the origin of the active ingredient. In the past,

pesticides were developed to target the nervous systems of pests. Unfortunately, those same poisons affected animals and people, putting pets and homeowners at potential risk. Now, the target is muscle groups, for example the mandibles of termites. There’s an active ingredient in these new reducedrisk products which is only activated by an enzyme within an insect that people and other mammals don’t have.

Good News only uses those products whenever possible.

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A: Absolutely not! That’s where our “eco-superior” concept comes into play. We provide products that work better than what people anticipate. One example is a Syngenta product that we use extensively for subterranean termites called Altriset. We have been very pleased with this product, and I’ve been honored to share our experiences nationwide with other pest control operators on behalf of Syngenta.

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The Integrative Amrit Method (I AM) of Yoga Nidra: Integration of Body, Mind, Heart and Soul

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tress is the biggest problem we face in modern life. The tensions we carry are held deep within our physical bodies and, on even deeper levels, in the subtle bodies which we are not even aware of. Simple physical tension can be eased by stretching, exercise or massage, but subtle tensions are difficult to recognize and even harder to release.

The Integrative Amrit Method of Yoga Nidra is a unique practice that goes below surface tensions to release and transform the three-fold source of stress which lies dormant in our physical, mental and emotional bodies.

This simple practice allows us to drop into sleep-like levels yet remain in an integrative, relaxed state of aware-

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ness. The slower alpha waves and even slower theta waves produce deep relaxation and are the entry points to the subconscious. In this state, we make a conscious crossover from the logical, linear left brain to the intuitive right brain that connects us with our energy fields of subconscious intelligence where any intention, affirmation or prayer is carried out spontaneously and effortlessly.

Normal waking consciousness also engages the sympathetic nervous system which reacts to stimulus and secretes adrenaline. Chronic stimulation of the waking state of consciousness creates an imbalance, forcing the right brain and parasympathetic

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nervous system to progressively become more dormant and dysfunctional. The sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems can also be compared to the ida and pingala nadis in the practice of Hatha Yoga. The purpose of the practice of Yoga Nidra is to initiate the integrative process that activates a balancing interplay between ida and pingala, sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system, and the left and right brain.

The purpose of this ancient, yogic practice is to activate the harmonizing power of our subconscious, pranic intelligence. With the removal of all surface and subtle tensions, we enter into deeply integrated space, into a state of personal presence that is in communion with the divine, luminous, radiant and omnipresent presence.

Integrative Amrit Method Yoga Nidra, or I AM, techniques are designed to temporarily disconnect the mind and senses from the ordinary waking consciousness which is conditioned by karmic patterns. From there, it reconnects us with the higher integrative state of being. This approach is neither logical nor psychological. It is a quantum leap beyond the comprehension of the intellect and operates from the domain of trust and faith, love and compassion. It transcends the linear dimension of logic, reason and memory.

The core secret of deepest levels of relaxation is integration of body, mind, heart and soul. Deep-seated karmic tensions can only be banished when we successfully penetrate unconscious inhibitions, blocks and limitations in our subtle bodies. This means we are bringing balance biologically, psychologically and spiritually.

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The connection to sources of selfhealing, personal growth and transformative power is always present within every individual. Yoga Nidra is the master key for self-transformation. It can be used to initiate the power of the soul that empowers us to turn our hidden, inner potentiality into actuality.

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• Wash your bedding, especially your pet’s bedding, in hot water then dry on the highest heat setting available to help prevent the fleas from spreading. (Check the labels to ensure you do not damage the items using this method.)

• Keep your pets up-to-date on their flea treatments and be sure you are purchasing quality treatments.

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hen you have children or pets, finding a safe way to get rid of fleas becomes increasingly important. These resilient little guys continue to be a pest, so don’t let your guard down!

If you have ever dealt with fleas and ticks, you understand just how bad they can be. Fleas are not only a nuisance to humans and their pets, but can potentially cause medical problems in your pets including flea allergy dermatitis, tapeworms, hair loss and secondary skin irritations.

A large number of fleas can also cause anemia, especially in puppies and kittens. This can be very dangerous for a young animal.

Here are some ways that you can get rid of fleas, as well as help prevent them in the first place:

• Once your pets are treated, do not bathe them with shampoos that contain soaps, as these wash off the animals’ natural oils. Choose a natural cleaning remedy such as oatmeal based cleansers. Your veterinarian can recommend products for use, as many common flea treatments applied directly to your pets are spread across the skin via their natural oils and removing those oils renders the treatment ineffective. We recommend cleaning them no more than once per month. Bathing is not a concern with animals that are treated systemically via oral pills.

When home remedies don’t successfully eradicate your flea problem, it’s time to turn to the experts. Select a pet-friendly “green” company that will use environmentally-friendly treatments to attack the little critters.

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One of their professional technicians can explain the process in detail, providing relief from the itching and threat of illness in both pets and pet parents.

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Suzi Harkola is the Managing Editor of Natural Awakenings Magazine, a freelance writer and life-long cat lover.

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s a pet owner I can relate to those who refer to their pets as family. How communication is easier than most experts understand, or believe, for that matter. My own friends have shared how they’ve never seen a dog like mine. Based on her behavior and our relationship, they feel that all she has left to do is speak with me.

“Surrounding every one of us are animals ready to serve as teachers by opening doors to new perspectives and ways of being,” says Dr. Vint Virga. If we’re willing to listen, notice, and embrace what we hold in common with them, together we can change how we live from day to day, and discover a deeper sense of connection to others and the world around us.”

In his book The Soul Of All Living Creatures, What Animals Can Teach You About Being Human, Virga draws on his 30 years of experience to convey the importance of allowing ourselves to see the world from their perspective.

Sharing true stories from his practice, he challenges the reader – whether per owner or not – to further explore the relationships being forged with our own four legged companions. By striving to see the world through their eyes – changing our perspective, as it may – we can improve our own relationship with ourselves and others. What is it about animals that make over 143 million of us flock to zoos and wildlife parks each year, Virga asks.

I believe that the answer to that question lies in the sense of belonging we feel in the company of other creatures,” Virga explains. “In the presence of animals, we find true acceptance. Alone with them, our self-consciousness dissolves.”

In The Soul Of All Living Creatures readers will gain an insightfulness into not only their souls but that of their animals. It’s the kind of book that will make you cry, laugh, and more importantly connect. Whether you are an animal lover/owner or not this book will touch your soul, changing you forever.

Veterinarian Vint Virga D.V.M., is a leader in veterinary behavioral. He’s a consultant for many of our national zoos and wildlife parks. He’s worked with private corporations, and professional organizations on the care and well-being of animals. He’s appeared on ABC’s World News, National Geographic’s Explorer, PBS’s Nature and on Wild TV. Review by L. Palmer, editor of Natural Awakenings Magazine, Miami and the Florida Keys Edition.

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Research Shows That a Positive Outlook Can Naturally Protect Your Heart

by Daniel Goldman

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epression, stress and anxiety have long been known as risk factors for the development of heart disease. Stress causes surges in hormones, such as cortisol and adrenaline, which can negatively impact heart rate and blood pressure.

Depressed people are also more likely to seek comfort through unhealthy foods, nicotine, alcohol or drugs, and to lack the motivation to be physically active.

Therefore, it is clear that certain psychological factors which go untreated can place you at greater risk for developing heart disease. But, what if there were psychological characteristics that could actually protect you from developing heart disease? A series of recent studies illustrates that people can improve their heart health by developing specific psychological characteristics that may surprise you: optimism, gratitude and purpose in life.

It seems that those who see their glass as half full don’t just have more fun – they also have healthier hearts.

According to a recent study by researchers at the University of Illinois, optimists are twice as likely as pessimists to have excellent heart health. The study utilized a large sample of the American population, representing age, ethnic, racial and geographic diversity. Cardiovascular health was assessed in the study’s participants, using a variety of metrics including blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol. The research team also found that optimists in the group were more likely to be physically active and less likely to smoke than their pessimistic counterparts, thereby creating avenues for lasting cardiovascular fitness.

If optimists see their glass as half full, people who feel gratitude fill the remaining half all the way to the top.

Having gratitude means noticing the good things in your life and being thankful and appreciative for them. With a focus on how to prevent cardiac symptoms from developing, a West Coast research team tested the impact of gratitude on cardiovascular fitness by assessing individuals who had

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been diagnosed with structural heart disease but were still asymptomatic.

The results were quite remarkable: gratitude was not only associated with better sleep and improved mood, but it was also linked to lower levels of inflammatory biomarkers of heart health. Statistical analyses also demonstrated that gratitude is a protective factor regardless of a person’s religious or spiritual orientation. The research team was led by Professor Paul Mills of UC San Diego and included, among others, Deepak Chopra. It may just be that psychosocial interventions, such as the development of gratitude, may be used in the future to help prevent some cardiac symptoms from ever developing in the first place.

This is particularly important, because, once these symptoms materialize, the risk of death rises exponentially.

Purpose in life is an emerging topic of interest in the field of positive psychology and is being studied for its observed impact on positive mental health and physiological well-being. In a third study, researchers at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York sought to investigate whether having a strong sense of purpose in life could also protect the heart.

They found that feeling purposeful was, in fact, strongly associated with a decreased risk of heart disease and stroke. While prior studies have shown a strong connection between purpose and overall well-being, this study, led by cardiologist Randy Cohen, M.D., found that those who had a strong sense of purpose experienced a 19 percent decrease in risk of cardiac events and need for cardiac procedures, as well as a 23 percent reduction in all-cause deaths.

The outcomes of these studies suggest that psychological and behavioral interventions, not just medical and pharmacological interventions, will be key in helping Americans develop healthy hearts for longer, happier lives.

Best of all, these psychological tools have no known side effects and can be developed by anyone.

Americans can improve their cardiovascular fitness by tapping into the natural potential of the mind to protect the heart. Happy – and healthy – people find the good in others and the world around them. They believe in the beauty of what the future holds. They take time each day to be thankful for the gifts and blessings that surround them. They know their lives have purpose, stay connected with that purpose, and let it guide them in their decisions. Their hearts grow stronger, and their lives grow fuller every day!

Dan Goldman, Ph.D., is a licensed counseling psychologist in Sarasota and Charlotte Counties. He is a positive psychologist, emphasizing the promotion of mental health over the treatment of mental illness. He focuses treatment on both person and problems, and does not utilize medication in treatment. His clinical areas of focus include life transitions, personal growth, weight management and mindfulness. To schedule an appointment, call 941-2555489 or, for more information, visit LifeManagementSite. com.

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air loss, for most of us if not all, is inevitable. Here are some natural remedies practiced by the Chinese over several generations to address both hair thinning and hair loss: Massage the affected area on the scalp with FRESH ginger juice. Squeeze the juice from a raw ginger root. Wait 15 minutes, then use a stimulating device such as a hair brush, tooth brush, derma-roller or scalp-scratcher to tap the affected area. Do this daily at least once (twice or three times is preferable) daily.

Take the Chinese herb Shou Wu (also known as FoTi or Polygonum). This can be purchased as a drink or in extract pill form. Shou Wu has been used by the Chinese for thousands of years to, not only address hair thinning and hair loss, but also to restore the hair’s natural color. The effects take a while to happen, so you will need to be patient.

Apply the sap from Aloe Vera plant directly to the area of the scalp being affected. Do this at least once a day.

Spend about 15 minutes breathing in fresh air that is rich with oxygen. This is best done in a wooded area or a park filled with trees. Once you feel refreshed and filled with fresh oxygen in your blood, rub your palms together until they are warm, then use them to gently tap the part of your scalp that is affected. Do this at least once a day, the more the merrier.

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Chinese Cupping Therapy Brings Physical and Mental Benefits

by Kelli Doremus

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upping therapy is one of the oldest practices of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), dating back at least 2,000 years. The method involves heating the air inside small glass cups and placing the inverted cups on a part of the body, usually the back. As the cups cool, suction against the skin is created, which can loosen muscles, boost blood flow and sedate the nervous system, which also makes it an ideal treatment for high blood pressure. Overall, cupping is believed to promote mental and physical relaxation and well-being. Athletes and Hollywood stars use cupping as a secret weapon to improve health and performance.

Similar to the procedure of acupuncture, the cups are usually placed on the five meridian lines down the back.

By targeting these paths through which life energy, or qi, flows freely throughout the body, cupping operates to open

them up, thus causing a smoother and more free-flowing qi. The vacuum formed by cupping causes the skin and surface muscle layer to be gently drawn into the cup. This is a relaxing and relieving sensation for most people. Once suctioned, the cups are left in place for about 10 minutes before removal. Any marks left behind are not painful and only last for a couple of days; they indicate that stagnation and toxins have been moved from the deeper tissue layers to the surface for elimination.

According to research studies published in BMC Complementary & Alternative Medicine, more than 50 diseases or symptoms have been treated with cupping.

Aside from pain-related ailments, other maladies include respiratory conditions, anxiety, migraines, rheumatism, acne and even cellulite.

The benefits go deeper than physical relief, though, as mental relaxation is a frequent advantage of this modality.

While it is one of the lesser-known treatments in TCM, cupping can provide a pleasant and effective experience.

Kelli Doremus is an editoral assistant for Natural Awakenings for Chicago’s Western Suburbs and a freelancer writer living in Chicago.

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The Labyrinth Tradition Labyrinths have an ancient history, dating back at least 4000 years. Unity’s labyrinth is modeled after one laid into the floor of the cathedral at Chartres, France, in 1220. Over the centuries, Christian pilgrims and others have engaged in the prayer of the mind, body and heart that labyrinths offer.

The mystical tradition of labyrinths has been revived in recent years, thanks particularly to the work of Dr. Lauren Artress, Episcopal priest and author of Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool.

People around the world are once again walking the path and engaging in its powerful process of spiritual transformation.

Experience the Peaceful Power and Joy of a Meditative Walk

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o you know about Unity Sarasota’s beautiful Sacred Labyrinth located at 3023 Proctor Road? All are welcome, and it is free to visit!

Experience a Walking Meditation!

The power of walking the path of this labyrinth lies in its simplicity.

The labyrinth presents an orderly path to quiet the mind and, as the body moves into a peaceful rhythm of walking, one becomes more closely

in tune with God. Step-by-step, one becomes more receptive to insight and illumination.

Walking the labyrinth is not something to learn or memorize, but something to experience. It is a walking meditation, a devotional act of worship and a sacred celebration of life.

There is no right or wrong way to walk the labyrinth, just as there is no right or wrong way to pray. Walking the path is a personal experience, an opportunity for a “closer walk with God.”

The Design of the Unity Labyrinth Is Felt to Be Exquisite The design of Unity’s labyrinth is a replica of the one found in France. It consists of a single continuous path that winds into the center and back out again. A labyrinth is not a maze. There are no tricks or dead ends. One cannot get lost, and success is assured.

The labyrinth is an archetypal symbol of wholeness that invites one into a transformative prayer experience. Walking this mystical path is a personal pilgrimage to spiritual wholeness.

Suggestions for Walking the Labyrinth Leave your cares at the entrance.

Walk in silence.

Clear your mind and become aware of your breath.

Allow yourself to find the pace your body wants to go.

You may pass others or allow others to step around you, at the turns.

At the center, you can stand or sit quietly for a time, then follow the same path out from the center.

Walking the labyrinth can be as a silent meditation, asking a question or seeking guidance.

The Three Known Stages of the Walk First: Until you reach the center, the walk is intended to Shed, Release and Let Go of life’s demanding details. It quiets the mind.

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Second: When you are in the center, you’ll find Illumination. Stay there as long as you like. It is a place of meditation and prayer. Receive what is there for you. Then, slowly leave the center and return to the outer edge.

Third: At this point, you’ll experience Union – joining with God or your Higher Power or the forces at work in this world. Each time you walk the labyrinth, you become more empowered to find and do the work you feel your soul is seeking.

When You Walk the Labyrinth…

Stop, relax and breathe deeply at the entrance. Realize that walking the labyrinth is a sacred activity, not to be rushed or forced. You may wish to set an intention before you begin your walk.

Walk slowly, following the winding path toward the center. Release all busy thoughts, worries or concerns. If you meet a fellow traveler on the path, simply step aside and pass with reverence.

When you get to the center, pause for a few moments and focus your attention on God or your personal Higher Power.

Remain in a receptive, meditative state to receive illumination, insight, clarity and focus.

As you leave the center and return outward along the path, offer silent thanks and praise. This is a time for you to feel empowered, energized and grounded.

Here at Unity of Sarasota, our sacred labyrinth offers everyone another way to pray. It is located outdoors at the end of our parking lot outside the Fellowship Hall.

It is open year-round, weather permitting.

Up-lighting has been placed for your convenience during evening walks.

All are welcome to come and enjoy freely.

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Pet Obesity: Q & A with Dr. Anne Luther

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Natural Awakenings: We’ve heard that obesity is as much of a national epidemic in pets as it is in humans. Do you find this true in your practice?

Dr. Luther: Absolutely. A recent study released by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) showed a disturbing trend. They found that most of the nation’s pets are overweight, and a majority of their owners are unaware of it. Veterinarians who assessed pets for this study found that over half are overweight or obese. Cats are the most obese, with 57.6 percent of the population recorded as overweight or obese. The dog population is close behind, with 52.6 percent of canines being classified as overweight.

I see plenty of fat cats and dogs in my practice, but the percentage is certainly lower than the national average. Many of my clients feed raw or homemade diets that do not contain all of the carbohydrates and unhealthy fats found in commercial foods. I believe this is why these pets are usually an average weight. Of course, when I see an overweight pet, I discuss dietary changes that the caregiver can implement to help their pet lose weight.

NA: How is an ideal weight determined?

Dr. Luther: The very best way to determine your pet’s ideal weight is to have your veterinarian evaluate them using a Body Condition System. There are several different methods that veterinarians use, but they all determine whether your pet is thin, average or overweight. One quick way to determine if your pet is overweight is to run your hand along their side. If you cannot feel the ribs, it is time to start a weight reduction program. If they do not have a waist, then that is another indication it is time for a diet.

NA: Are there certain breeds that are more prone to being overweight?

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seem to be more at risk. However, any dog or cat can become obese if they eat too much and don’t exercise.

NA: What are some of the consequences of pet obesity?

Dr. Luther: Arthritis, type-2 Diabetes, heart disease, joint injury, various forms of cancer and decreased life expectancy are all linked to obesity in pets. I definitely see many more cases of arthritis in overweight animals. They also tend to have more soft tissue injuries such as torn Anterior Cruciate Ligaments. Type-2 Diabetes is a growing problem in cats, and I have seen this occur regularly in overweight felines.

Free choice dry food is often the culprit in these cases.

NA: What can a pet parent do to help their pet lose weight?

Dr. Luther: The first step to your pet’s weight loss is to be realistic and set a reasonable goal. For weight loss, fewer calories in plus more calories out usually equals weight loss. However, before you put your dog or cat on a diet, you should have them checked out by your veterinarian to make sure they are healthy, and there isn’t a medical condition causing your pet’s excess weight.

In dogs, some common diseases associated with weight gain include hypothyroidism and hyperadrenocorticism or Cushing’s disease. These diseases, along with others, should be eliminated as possible causes or contributors to your pet’s weight issue prior to beginning a diet.

While it won’t hurt your dog to go a few days without eating, cats that are overweight or obese must eat. Their physiology is different than humans or dogs, and if they do not eat for as little as two consecutive days, they can develop a life-threatening form of liver disease known as hepatic lipidosis. Therefore, it is imperative that you do not place your kitty on an aggressive weight loss plan.

You should determine with your veterinarian how much weight your pet needs to lose to achieve a healthy weight and create a plan to achieve that goal moderately. It’s easy to over-feed your pet if you do not know how much they should actually be eating.

There are two basic ways to cut down on calories. One is to feed less of the food the pet is currently eating. The second is to switch to special weight reduction diets. In my practice, I recommend a raw food diet for weight loss. I am not a fan of the prescription weight loss diets because they often contain inferior ingredients and aren’t very healthy for your pet long-term.

NA: How important are exercise and play in achieving and maintaining weight loss?

Dr. Luther: Just like humans, one of the most effective ways to lose weight is to exercise. If you are trying to help your canine buddy lose weight, begin with daily brisk walks with them. This is not just good for them; it’s also great for you!

Exercise programs for cats are more difficult to design than those for dogs. Some cats will walk on a leash, and this is excellent exercise. Even just going outside under

supervision can get the cat to move around a bit more. Buy your kitty some new toys and initiate play with them. Try a little catnip. In addition to burning a few extra calories, exercise and play may help keep the cat’s focus away from the food bowl.

NA: What about food choices? What do you recommend?

Dr. Luther: The kind of food you are feeding your pet may be the solution to their weight loss journey. Take a look at the ingredients on their food package. The earlier the ingredient is listed, the more of it there is in the food. The ingredients should be of the highest quality. Fresh proteins, carbohydrates and fat sources are more energetically useful to your pet than what is found in dry foods. For dogs, add steamed or pureed vegetables such as broccoli or green beans to dilute calories by adding more fiber. Treats should not equal more than 10 percent of your pet’s daily calories. If you want to give your dog healthy treats, consider fresh vegetables such as cucumbers, green beans or apples.

You should never leave kibble out all day for your pets to choose when they eat. This encourages pets to eat when they’re bored or not hungry. I believe that the ideal diet is composed of raw, organic ingredients. The safest way to feed your pet a raw diet is to purchase ones that are formulated to meet a dog or cats nutritional requirements. Most specialty pet food stores carry these diets. You can make your own, but you must consult with a knowledgeable veterinary nutritionist to insure that all of your pet’s nutritional requirements are met. The worst possible diet is one that is incomplete.

NA: Let’s say my pet needs to lose four pounds to reach his ideal weight. What is a safe amount of time to reach that goal?

Dr. Luther: Overweight dogs and cats can lose one to two percent of their body weight each week. However, we do not want a cat to lose weight too fast since rapid weight loss can result in severe liver disease and even failure due to hepatic lipidosis.

NA: Does being overweight affect a pet’s personality or interaction with humans?

Dr. Luther: It certainly does. Both obese dogs and cats are usually much less active than their svelte counterparts. They are generally more lethargic and have more joint issues which make them even less likely to exercise on their own.

Because they are “couch potatoes,” their metabolism slows dramatically, making them gain even more weight with less calories. As your pet loses weight, you will be surprised at how much their personality changes. They will be more eager to go for walks and play, and they will just seem much happier overall.

Anne Luther, DVM, MS, BA, CVA, is the owner of Sarasota Animal Medical Center, located at 3646 Birky Street in Sarasota. In addition to office appointments, Sarasota Animal Medical Center also offers veterinary house call services. To schedule an appointment, call 941-954-4771. For more information, visit SarasotaAnimalMedical.com. natural awakenings

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n terms of practicality, hair is something that we can all live without. It serves very little useful purpose, except maybe to shield our scalp from the sun’s rays and, therefore, prevent scalp sunburn.

However, when hair is lost, it can be devastating. This is because hair is actually a part of our identity – it is a key part of how we see ourselves and what makes us different from each other. Through our hair style, color, length or effects, we make a statement of who we are as individuals. Therefore, when we lose our hair, it is as if we have lost a significant part of our identity, and this can be emotionally traumatic to many of us.

Why We Lose Our Hair There are, on average, over 100,000 hair follicles in the head of an individual.

Each follicle has the capability of protecting two dozen or more hair strands in a lifetime. Hair is shed at the rate of around 100 per day but is replaced by a similar rate of new hair growth. Hormones play a key part in hair growth, especially testosterone and one of its derivatives called DHT (Dihydrotestosterone). When the body is healthy with well-functioning hormones, hair is abundant.

Two key reasons we lose our hair involve the hormones and an underperforming circulatory system. DHT, a male sex androgen hormone, plays a major role in hair loss, especially in men (up to 95% of male baldness). Male pattern baldness, also known as androgenic alopecia, is caused by the hair follicle’s sensitivity to DHT. The follicles shrink, resulting in a shorter lifespan and the abnormal production of hair. An increase in the DHT level can result in hair loss, and this increase can be from health issues such as an increase in the size of the prostate.

At the same time, we also have to remember that hair is mainly comprised of living cells, or organisms, that congregate on top of our scalps. And, like all living organisms, hair and its follicles depend on food and nutrition to remain healthy and even to survive. These nutrients come from the flow of the blood to the scalp and follicles. Therefore, when the flow of blood to the top of the head is under par, the hair and its follicles are undernourished, and can become weak and eventually fall off.

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Yang energy which is the metabolic energy that plays an important part in moving the blood from one point to another, especially to the top of the head and into the brain.

Hence, when there is sufficient Yang energy produced, blood flow will be abundant, the hair cells and follicles will be well nourished, and hair loss will be minimized. The kidney Yang energy is also directly tied to testosterone, making a healthy kidney essential to good testosterone levels.

Good testosterone levels also imply non-heightened DHT levels, thereby reducing the risk of hair loss from increased DHT levels.

Addressing Hair Loss and Getting Back Your Hair

As previously mentioned, the health of the kidneys and circulatory system plays a key role in whether or not hair loss will become an issue for an individual. Chinese Medicine – Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs – goes a long way toward effectively addressing the body conditions and imbalances that contribute to hair loss.

Chinese herbs, along with moxibustion, can be used to strengthen the kidneys

and stimulate their ability to produce and manage Yang energy.

At the same time, Acupuncture can help invigorate the Qi energy and stimulate the circulation, especially to the head area. Chinese An Mo massage can also be applied to relax muscles previously stiffened by poor blood flow, thereby also contributing to increased circulatory flow.

Proper nutrition can go a long way toward sustaining beautiful, healthy and shiny hair.

Here are some foods that can contribute to that: • Walnuts • Sesame, pumpkin and sunflower seeds • Beets • Mushrooms • Mulberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, cranberries and goji berries • Apples, pears and peaches • Black beans • Lamb • Seaweed At the same time, eliminating foods that can damage hair and stem hair growth is also recommended. Here are some examples:

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Processed sugars Artificial additives Bleached flour Soft drinks Spicy foods Greasy and fatty foods Deep-fried foods

Conclusion

Hair thinning and hair loss is almost inevitable and, unfortunately, is a part of aging. However, with proper ongoing care, the hair can still be healthy and beautiful, keeping hair loss to a minimum. With beautiful hair comes confidence and a strong identity and, along with that, an improved quality of life. Chinese Medicine helps to provide a healthy, natural and long-lasting solution for sustaining healthy hair and minimizing hair loss.

Rene Ng, DOM, AP, L.Ac, is a boardcertified, licensed Acupuncture Physician and Chinese Herbalist located in Sarasota. In 2014, he was voted Sarasota’s “Favorite Acupuncture Physician” for a second year in a row and was also the area’s “Favorite Anti-Aging Practitioner.” Ng can be reached at 941-7735156 or via email at RNG@ChineseMedicalSolutions.

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ments. When parents practice mindfulness, they not only reduce their stress but are also able to make better decisions and “respond” to their children’s behavior rather than “reacting” to it. We should listen first, breathe, and then respond.

• Increase quality time with the family: Spending more quality time together improves the parent-child relationship. Planning is one of the more effective ways to manage stress. It’s essential to re-engineer family time so that time is best spent together. We should have fun with our kids. It’s important to remember that not everything we do with our children has to be for academic enrichment.

Even just 20 minutes a week can give us a well-needed respite from the stressors of everyday life.

• Make time for ourselves: It can be easy to forget to make time for ourselves. We need to make a list of all that we enjoy, and try to do one thing on the list every day or every couple of days. We also have to learn to say “no.”

We must be selective about the projects we agree to help others with and re-assess if our kids really need to be involved in five different sports in less than five days. It’s also important to get enough rest. We should try setting a bedtime rule for ourselves like we do for our kids.

Stress Less and Parent More

by Sahra Y. Robinson, LCSW-R

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arenting should come with a stress-management manual; while it is enormously rewarding and fulfilling, it is also very stressful. Some stress can be helpful, giving us the motivation and focus to face challenges and get things done; however, too much stress can be overwhelming, making it difficult to cope with everyday life. Parents’ ability to manage their “own” stress is a powerful predictor of their children’s well-being. When parents become stressed, that stress becomes contagious. Kids know when their parents are tense and overwhelmed. In fact, according to holistic physician Dr. Amy Saltzman, “Data shows that the greatest source of childhood and adolescent stress is not schoolwork, extracurricular activities or peer pressure but parental stress.”

The key to successful parenting is learning to manage our “own” stress. Parents of children diagnosed with a behavioral disorder or developmental disability are at an increased risk of parenting stress.

What are effective ways to manage parenting and stress?

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• Develop a support network: This is an essential step for all parents. We all need help at some point, and it pays to have a system in place before we need it. We should be proactive in arranging to have extra help. Whether we hire a reliable babysitter, barter services with other parents or seek out help from friends or family, it is essential to take this step. Getting together with other parents that all have kids close in age is beneficial socially for the grownups as well as the children.

Despite our best efforts to manage our parenting stress, sometimes things will inevitably be too much to deal with on our own or with our support systems. When we can recognize that we are feeling overwhelmed, we need to take action. We should consider enlisting the help of a licensed mental health professional.

We need to always remember that “everything can be done better from a relaxed state of mind.”

Serenity Zone is a Long Beach-based psychotherapy and stress-management practice. Its team of licensed psychotherapists use therapeutic modalities coupled with effective stress-management teachings, like MBSR (mindfulness based stress reduction). Team members incorporate numerous relaxation techniques (light and sound therapy, progressive muscle relaxation, breathing techniques, meditation, visualization and guided imagery) into their work. They treat children, adolescents and adults as individuals, groups, couples or families.

Sahra Y. Robinson, LCSW-R, is the owner of Serenity Zone— located at 120 West Park Ave., Long Beach—and a proud mom.

Understanding Homeopathic Medicine

by Dr. Regina Gurevich, MD

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omeopathy or homeopathic medicine is a system of medicine founded in the early 19th century by a German physician, Dr. Samuel Christian Hahnemann (17751843). It’s a medical philosophy and practice based on the idea that the body has the ability to heal itself. It embraces a more holistic, natural approach to the treatment of the sick by incorporating specific tenets. (Hippocrates wrote of curing ‘like with like’ more than 2,000 years ago but it was formally systematized by Hahnemann).

When attempting to define health and disease, there are two broad approaches. One is the homeopathic view and the other is the allopathic or traditional Western approach. The allopath views disease as a cluster of symptoms generally arising out of pathology. The homeopath recognizes illness as the end result of a disturbance in vitality.

The homeopath, through a comprehensive interview, perceives what has been altered in the patient’s sense of wellbeing, rather than simply naming the illness and prescribing a generic solution.

Homeopathic medicines aim to direct and stimulate the body’s self-regulatory mechanism.

Homeopathy is based on three central tenets, unchanged since their invention by Hahnemann.

The Principal of Similarity (or Similia).

Like-Cures-Like. This is the guiding principle of Hemeopathy. It states that whatever would cause your symptoms will also cure those same symptoms. To determine the most effective homeopathic remedy a comprehensive interview of the patient is undertaken to reveal the physical, psychological and emotional characteristics and complaints of that individual. Then a homeopathic remedy whose materia medica (drug picture) is similar to that of the patients total picture is given to stimulate his/her healing.

The Principal of Infinitesimals - minimum doses. In his early treatments Dr. Hahnemann used full strength herbs.

Although patients got well, he noticed the side effects of such strength. To minimize the effects, Dr. Hahnemann came up with the idea of petentization.

By repeatedly diluting and succussing (shaking) a preparation of the original substance, the more potent the homeopathic remedy; providing maximum therapeutic effect with the fewest side effects The Principal of individualization of treatment. Taking in consideration the “totality of symptoms.” The characteristics of the chosen medicine should be as similar as possible to the characteristics of the illness in the patient. Take for example patients that have a cold or the flu. Although they share similar symptoms such as fever, cough or weakness, each patient manifests these differently. Some may feel better or worse during specific times of the day or night, or even while drinking or eating

certain foods. Even the time or specific season of the year has an influence. All these are specifics physical, mental and emotional characteristics of different homeopathic remedies. To find the proper homeopathic medicine, homeopaths use Materia Medical and Repertory two–database–books containing extensive lists of symptoms and remedies along with detailed indications for their application.

“Homeopathy addresses a plethora of health problems,” explains medical homeopath Regina Gurevich, MD. “It can safely treat acute and chronic ailments, mental and emotional conditions. Although more often than none patients seek homeopathy for headaches, neck and back pain, menstrual cramps, cystitis, colitis, and others, homeopathy can also help in more serious conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis and Diabetic neuropathy.” (For a full list of conditions that can be addressed by homeopathy, visit Gurevich’s website listed below). Using a “wholistic” approach, at times incorporating multiple healing modalities, the homeopath supports patients in their efforts to live life fully and experience greater well-being and happiness.

Federal recognition of Homeopathic Medicine. Officially recognized under the 1938 Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the 1965 Medicare Act, and the 1987 FDA Compliance Policy Guidelines, these safe, gentle but deep-acting medicines can be used to treat persons experiencing many kinds of medical conditions. However, the FDA does not evaluate the remedies for safety or effectiveness. It would be wise, nonetheless, to discuss with the prospective homeopathic practitioner his/her experience with one’s particular complaint or problem.

Dr. Regina Gurevich completed her courses in homeopathic training with Dr.Robin Muphy, ND and Dr.Prafull Vijayakar, MD. She is a member of the American Institute of Homeopathy and National Center of Homeopathy. Dr. Gurevich completed her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at SUNY Hospital in New York City and is medically licensed in NY, Ct, and Fl. She is also certified in Acupuncture.

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Enjoying the Rich Harvest of Local Natural Foods

transporting food from all points of the globe.

As difficult as it is to know where our food comes from, it is virtually impossible to know how it is produced.

According to FoodRoutes.org, “food travels on average 1,300 miles from farm to table and fruits and vegetables shipped from distant states and countries can spend as many as seven to 14 days in transit before arriving in the supermarket.”

Ripening agents, preservatives, growth hormones and antibiotics are used to increase the yields of the foods in our supermarket produce aisles, meats cases, dairy coolers and fast food restaurants. Meanwhile, our local farmers are having a difficult time keeping their farms profitable and out of the control of development. Is there any way we can make sound nutritional decisions while supporting our local farming community and the environment we live in? The answer is yes, and by consciously selecting from available options, consumers can improve their diet while strengthening our local food-producing community.

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Reaping What We Sow WE ARE WHAT WE EAT. Simple, yet profound, it means eating healthy foods leads to enjoying a healthy life. Though we are aware of this absolute truth, current lifestyles reflect convenience

and rock-bottom prices at the expense of our health, environment and local farming heritage. As a society, we have globalized our diets at the cost of the extinction of numerous plant species and burdened our environment with fertilizers, pesticides and the impact of

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According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the U.S. has lost 4.7 million farms since 1935. A report by the USDA’s National Commission on Small Farms states that “as farmers focused on producing undifferentiated

raw commodities, food system profit and opportunities were shifted to the companies that process, package and market food. Consequently, from 1910 to 1990 the share of the agricultural economy received by farmers dropped from 21 to 5 percent.” The other 95 percent of food costs now goes to brokers, truckers, packers, processors, marketers and retailers. There is only one way to truly preserve farmland as farmland in perpetuity. That is to make farming profitable.

The small farmer must be creative and diversify in unique ways if they are going to survive.

Farmers’ Markets, Farm Stores and U-Picks’ The long-standing prevalence of farm­ers’ markets in the area is nothing new to South Florida residents. Products sold are locally grown and produced and the vast majority of the produce is naturally/organically grown. And ready-to-eat foods are prepared from locally farmed ingredients whenever possible.

For a more complete list, visit localfood­southflorida.org where you will not only will find dozens of locations around town, but also find listings of Farm Stores; locations where a farm sells what it grew. For u-pick farm list­ings, visit localfoodsouthflorida.org/south-florida-upick-farms.html.

Choose Self Determination Perhaps because natural food is such a simple concept it is easy to forget how important it is to our health. We are fortunate to live in a community that is strong enough to be bucking the trend of mass-produced food. We are also lucky to have knowledgeable experts and creative minds to help get healthy, natural foods to the marketplace.

If it is to be, it is up to us to support the efforts that keep us healthy, help our environment and preserve our heritage.

As spring/summer arrives, we have a choice about the type of food sources we want to support. Vote With Your Dollars. Spend them with producers and merchants that value their customers’ health above the profits of industrialized farming and products that are created in a laboratory.

Mr. Reid Boyer is the publisher of Natural Awakenings Magazine in Lehigh Valley, Poconos and Warren County, NJ. This article was edited for the region by Linda Palmer, Miami/Key West publisher.

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training. Reward-based dog trainers are available to us around the world, in numbers we’ve never seen before.

Learning about your dog is easier now than ever. It’s a quick path to uncovering his greatness.

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here’s a fair bit of mythology behind the idea of having a great dog, or even a good dog for that matter. A lot of folks spend a great deal of time and money seeking out and buying the best dog of the best type from the best breeder, as if being good were something genetically installed in the dog before birth. Certainly genetics play a role in behavior, but not

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as much as we might think.

All dogs are born worthy in my opinion, beautiful sentient beings, living embodiments of possibility. That is good. But, what our dogs become after that is entirely up to us. Real goodness, even greatness, is born out of the dog’s interactions with human beings. That may sound like a heavy burden for us, but I think it’s actually quite empowering.

Teach. This is the next logical step after learning, applying what we’ve learned about dogs with our own dog. This is where the real greatness happens. Reward-based training is fast and lasting. Our dogs can learn a great deal in a short period of time and they can keep learning for a lifetime.

Old methods that caused pain and discomfort have been updated with quicker, easier, dog-friendly ways of training. If you haven’t trained a dog in a few years, get ready for a big refreshing surprise.

Play. Play and training overlap. A game of fetch or tug can turn into a fantastic mini training session (Dog sits on cue– we throw the ball. Dog releases the rope on cue – we restart the game of tug). There are also great interactive toys to keep our dog’s mind fresh and active.

Show up. Our dogs can’t learn anything from us unless we’re present.

Dogs left on their own, in the back yard for example, learn on their own how to stave off boredom and quell their anxiety. They dig and chew. They bark.

They escape. When we make real contact with our dog and pay attention we can do so much more. Even sitting quietly with our dog, doing little more than noticing him and petting him can make a huge difference.

Exercise. Dogs become great through physical activity. Few things are as beautiful as a healthy dog in motion.

Let’s try integrating training, playing and exercising. It’s easy with games like fetch and tug. Even brisk walks with some basic manners training mixed in can serve multiple purposes at one time.

Who our dogs become has everything to do with how we guide them and teach them. Even dogs with difficult pasts can become amazing companions with our help. Love is essential, but it’s never enough. Let’s be present. Let’s learn and then train.

Let’s share joy through play and activity.

Let’s settle in with our dogs and relax, set aside the mythology and find the magic.

Here’s to the goodness in all of our hearts, shared and taught, and then reflected back to us by our Great Dogs.

Learn. We know more about dogs now than we ever have. Just in the past 15 years research into dog behavior and cognition has skyrocketed. There are great books on dogs and videos about

Michael Baugh CDBC, CPDT-KSA teaches dog training.He specialized in dogs with fearful and aggressive behavior.

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MONDAY, JUNE 1 Joyful Mindful Meditation – 7-8pm. Please join us for a Mindful Meditation experience presented

by Bhante San (Bhante Sanyatha Thawalanthanne). $10. Unity of Sarasota Enlightenment Center, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

Nia Fitness on Siesta Key Public Beach – 9-10am. Nia is a body-mind-spirit fitness program for any age. Practiced barefoot to music, Nia combines martial arts, healing arts and dance to create a workout that is whole body conditioning.

An amazing tool for increasing JOY, suitable for any age and fitness level. Bring water to drink and towel for final stretch. $12/Sugg’d Donation. Siesta Key Public Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, 941-724-9719, nianow.com/kathy-oravec.

AMC Awakening to a Life of Joy– 7-9pm. This 10-week college course takes you on a profound and safe journey of self-discovery in order to clear the way to living a more peaceful, loving and joyful life and so much more! $200/2 College Credits. Angel Ministries College, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesFL.org, AngelMinistriesFL.org.

Private Yoga Sessions with Maria Frances Latona – Monday-Friday. Address specific health conditions with a focus on developing strength and healing from a whole-person perspective: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Each session is designed to support you right where you are now, whether you’re recovering from an injury, looking to create balance in your life, or improve your physical fitness. 60-90 min appointments.1819 Main St, Sarasota. For more info and appointments, 941-361-1000, Maria@YogaMuse.guru.

TUESDAY, JUNE 2 WSLR Peace & Justice Show – 9-10am. June 2, 16 & 30. Tune in to 96.5 on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesdays of the month for The Peace and Justice Report. Submit any event announcements for the show to Info@wslr.org.

Kevin Dean: Extra Ordinary – 11am-5pm. June 2-5. Nearly a year after his death, the exhibition provides a glimpse into the multidimensional world of artist, writer, teacher, art historian, thinker and jokester Kevin Dean. Featured: 48” x 16’ print of Dean’s largest installation, The Last Supper, from his Whitcomb Series, and a smaller installation reassembled by his son, Ian Dean. Co-curated

by Laura Avery and Tim Jaeger, with special thanks to Kay Kipling. Alfstad&, 1419 5th St, (Rosemary District next to Lolita Tartine), Sarasota.

AMC Mediumship – 6:30-8:30pm. This third course in the Psychic Development series focuses on acquiring a foundational understanding of the Methodology, Responsibility and Ethics involved when sharing a connection with Spirit. $200/2.0 College Credits. Angel Ministries College, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-

492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesFL.org, AngelMinistriesFL.org.

Healing Service – 7pm. Come relax and benefit from a guided meditation, hands-on healing, and mental healing for those named by the attendees.

Typically a 45-minute service. Very good feedback reported by participants. Love Offering. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 2044 Bispham Rd, Sarasota, 941-266-8435, cmfSarasota.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3 Meet & Greet Like-Minded Souls – 9-10am.

Continuing enrichment spiritual advancement classes for adults. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

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. Rev Patricia Charnley, Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesFL.org, AngelMinistriesFL.org.

Midweek Spiritual Meditation – 7:20-8:30pm.

Relaxing respite which includes Meditation, Affirmative Prayer, Music, Candle Lighting, and Silence. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 4 Beach Yoga – 7:30-8:30am. June 4, 18, 25. Cheryl Chaffee, ERYT-500, owner and director of Garden of the Heart Yoga, leads a mixed levels yoga class for all ages on North Lido Beach. Bring water and a towel or yoga mat. $5-$15/Sliding scale. Zone 1, first beach access at the end of Ringling Blvd. 941341-9781, GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

Intuitive & Healer Readings – 10:30am-5:30pm.

Deborah Chadwick is able to communicate with her guides and angels, quickly receiving very specific information for her clients. 15 mins/$30; 30 mins/$60. Elysian Fields, 1273 Tamiami Trail S, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

Spiritual Wake-Up Calls – 6:30-7:30 pm. Introductory discussion about spiritual experiences, past lives, dreams & Soul Travel. Free Spiritual Experiences Guidebook, includes CD. Free, NEW LOC: Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, 941-861-1260, Meetup.com/EckankarInSarasota.

FRIDAY, JUNE 5 Reiki Share – 7-9pm. An Invitation to Reiki Practitioners - All Levels are most welcome! Join in the fun of giving and receiving healing. $5 Love Donation. Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice.

Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@ AngelMinistriesFL.org, AngelMinistriesFL.org.

Couples Weekend Getaway & Workshop – 7pm-Sun 2pm. Join Richard & Diana Daffner, authors of Tantric Sex for Busy Couples, for a romantic beach getaway. Bring greater joy, intimacy and passion to your relationship. Celebrate your love. Connect with your beloved on a soul level. $695/couple. Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota. More info, other dates & locations, brochure, 941-3496804, IntimacyRetreats.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 6 Vinyasa Yoga with Jen Maecker – 9-10:15am. A vigorous style of yoga which links breath and movement through a heat-building sequence. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Shamanic Journey – 2-5:30pm. Similar to guided meditation enhanced by the heartbeat of the large mother drum. Opens inner gateways to sub-conscious and super-conscious, accessing guides, helpers and totems for healing and insights. $20.

Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. RSVP Rev Zan Benham 941-922-7839, Zan@Woman-Spirit.com, ccosl.com.

Soft Eyes/Hands/Easy Neck – 9:30am-5pm.

Using concepts from the Feldenkrais Method®, participants explore how easy eyes and hands can soften and help to reorganize shoulders and neck. $120. Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. 941587-4535, FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

3rd Annual Dakin Dairy Day Festival – 10am6pm. Loads of activities, cheese samplings, handson exhibits, live bands, demos for kids of all ages.

Enjoy the waterslides, rock climbing wall and bungee jump. Mechanical Bull; Two Challenge Courses (ages 2-8 & 9+), colossal slip n’ slide. Vibology Fitness: Get your vibe on with this amazing vibration platform; Stretch & Massage Zone

by Josh; Adjust your life Chiropractic Health demos. Local area 4H and FFA clubs demonstrate hands-on grooming techniques for show bunnies, chickens, goats and calves. On hand is great food, including local food truck artisans Chefs2U, Polpo Pizza, and Lulu’s Nitrous Ice Cream. Dakin Dairy Farms, 30771 Betts Rd, Myakka City, 941-3222802, DakinDairyFarms.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 7 Moving from Your Core – 9:30am-5pm. Using concepts from the Feldenkrais Method®, participants learn how their bones and pelvis are the core to efficient movement. Muscles move you. $120.

Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. 941-5874535, FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

FUNday at Unity of Sarasota – 10:30-11:30am.

Spiritual Seekers, all are welcome to join us for a wonderful, uplifting service. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

Open Heart Divine Healing Service – 12:15am.

1st Sunday. Through the gathering of the Faithful, experience and co-create the Anchoring of Powerful Divine Healing energies within the Sacred Circle. Expect Miracles! Rev Sharon Elizabeth James. Love offering. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

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Our Personal Connection to God – 6-7 pm. Introductory discussion about spiritual experiences, past lives, dreams & Soul Travel. Free Spiritual Experiences Guidebook, includes CD. Free, Gulf Gate Library, 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, 941-358-0325, Meetup.com/ EckankarInSarasota.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10 Meet & Greet Like-Minded Souls – 9-10am. Continuing enrichment spiritual advancement classes for adults. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

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Sacred Music, Calling the God – 7-9pm. An intro to Sacred Music and its tonal synthesis of Ancient Hebrew in conjunction with Aramaic, Egyptian, Sanskrit, Tibetan and Chinese sacred languages with ANYAH. Love Offering. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

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Joyful Mindful Meditation – 7-8pm. Please join us for a Mindful Meditation experience presented by Bhante San (Bhante Sanyatha Thawalanthanne). $10.

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Feng Shui Certification Course – June 8-14. 9am5pm. Master Han, an internationally renowned Feng Shui Master & Founder of the Wu Ji Academy in Switzerland, comes to Sarasota to teach Certification Course. $3,600. Bright Life, 941-400-5730, BrightLife-USA.com.

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Midweek Spiritual Meditation – 7:20-8:30pm. Relaxing respite which includes Meditation, Affirmative Prayer, Music, Candle Lighting, and Silence. Free.

Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-9553301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 12 Introduction to IET – Noon-1:30pm. Integrated Energy Therapy (IET) is a hands-on energy healing modality that uses the energy of the Healing Angels to help people “get the issues out of the tissues.” You will learn how to send healing energy to people, places and situations, and so much more! Free. Angel Ministries College, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesFL.org, AngelMinistriesFL.org.

Guided Jin Shin Jyutsu® – 6-7:15pm. Be renewed as you are guided through hands-on energy balancing exercises you apply to your own body. Michelle Giambra, Certified Practitioner, Suncoast Jin Shin Jyutsu. $18/ class or $60/5 classes prepaid, Cash or check. Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota. Register by Noon, Jun 12, 941-228-2972, Michelle@SuncoastJSJ.com, SuncoastJSJ.com.

Peace Pilgrim Part 1 – 7pm. Come and be inspired by a documentary on Peace Pilgrim, an American Sage who walked the talk of Peace from 19531981. Added bonus: Pam Hitt met Peace Pilgrim and will speak of that experience and answer questions after the movie! Everyone present will receive a free copy of Peace Pilgrim’s booklet, Steps toward Inner Peace. Sponsored by Venice Peace Project, a non-profit community organization. Donations accepted. Venice Holistic Center, 714 Shamrock Blvd, Venice. VenicePeaceProject.org.

Skyway Film Festival – Bradenton hosts its second film festival. Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 3rd Ave W, Bradenton. Visit escape-to-sarasota.com/june-sarasota-events.html#sthash.jAD10wha.dpuf.

Sacred Music Concert with Anyah – 7:30-9pm.

Accompanying Anyah, guest musician from the Academy for Future Science, Kim Converse. There will be arrangements for group participation, singing the names of God. $15. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Punta Gorda Blues, Brews & BBQ Fest – June 1214. Join us for a weekend of fabulous Blues, Brews provided by local craft beer brewers, and hot-outof-the-smoker BBQ and other foods by local specialists. The Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce presents the Blues music of Frank Greathouse and Screamin’ and Cryin’ Seth Walker, and Sena Ehrhardt. King Fisher Fleet has a special $25 harbor cruise 10am-noon, June 14, with live Blues aboard plus catered appetizers. Punta Gorda History Park, Shreve St. Details and tickets, 941-639-3720.

SATURDAY, JUNE 13 Vinyasa Yoga with Jen Maecker – 9-10:15am. A vigorous style of yoga which links breath and movement through a heat-building sequence. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Psychic Fair – 10am-3pm. Are you searching, questioning and seeking answers? Choose from some of the best Intuitive Artists in the area! See what your future holds! Free healing and refreshments. Private Readings $15/15 mins. Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesFL.org, AngelMinistriesFL.org.

Intuitive Arts Fair – 10am-5pm. Intuitive readings. No appointments by phone; first come, first served. 30 mins/$35. Elysian Fields, 1273 Tamiami Trl S, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

Take Up Thy Bed and Walk! Creating a New Model of Being – 10am-6pm. A special workshop intensive with Anyah, with gentle processes that can assist in transforming blockages or limitations to move us into our next level for success. Sacred prayers, songs, and sacred languages are used to help in cleansing, purifying and advancing us into a more positive life experience. $50. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. Reservations, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 14 Blues & Brews Brunch Cruise aboard King Fisher Fleet – 10am-Noon. Fun 2-hour cruise, in partnership with the Punta Gorda Chamber of Com-

merce Blues & Brews Festival, will tour Charlotte Harbor while Blues musician Paul Cottrell entertains. Ticket includes a brunch buffet provided by the Village Fish Market and a variety of brews on board. $25. Fisherman’s Village, 1200 W Retta Espl, Punta Gorda. Register, 941-639-0969, KingFisherFleet.com.

FUNday at Unity of Sarasota – 10:30-11:30am.

Spiritual Seekers, all are welcome to join us for a wonderful, uplifting service. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

Spiritual Tools: Abundant Life – 12:30-1:30pm.

Rev Elizabeth will be teaching The 12 Powers to help you feel more fulfilled & centered. Learn joy! $10. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota.

941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17 Meet & Greet Like-Minded Souls – 9-10am.

Continuing enrichment spiritual advancement classes for adults. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

Reiki III Master Share – 7-9pm. Masters of all lineages come together to share, expand, enhance and brush up on their Reiki. Wear comfortable clothes. $5 Suggested Donation. Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd, Sarasota. Rev Zan Benham 941-922-7839, Zan@Woman-Spirit.com, Woman-Spirit.com.

Frequency and Transmissions with Molly Friedenfeld – 7-9pm. Connect with Angels, Animals, Faeries, and Nature: We send transmissions out to the Universe all the time. When we truly love others, creatures, and ourselves and practice heartcentered consciousness, we raise our vibration and this brings us closer to aligning with love. $25. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. Reservations, 941-3719333, CCOSL.com.

Midweek Spiritual Meditation – 7:20-8:30pm.

Relaxing respite which includes Meditation, Affirmative Prayer, Music, Candle Lighting, and Silence. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 18 Beach Yoga – 7:30-8:30am. Cheryl Chaffee, ERYT-500, owner and director of Garden of the Heart Yoga, leads a mixed levels yoga class for all ages on North Lido Beach. Bring water and a towel or yoga mat. $5-$15/Sliding scale. Zone 1, first beach access at the end of Ringling Blvd. 941341-9781, GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 19 Psychic Intuitive & Trance Channel Readings – 10:30am-5:30pm. Sherry Lord is a versatile channel who can answer your questions, both business and personal, and help you on your spiritual path.

15 mins/$35; 30 min/ $65; 60 mins/$100; Deep Trance Channel Sessions 50 mins/$150. Elysian Fields, 1273 Tamiami Trail S, Sarasota, 941-3613006, ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

All about Ayurveda: A System of Natural Healing – 7-9pm. Know about the cures which Avurveda can bring about and how yoga and meditation enhance the process. An introduction by Dr N Sasikumar. $5. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. Reservations, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Couples Weekend: Father’s Day Getaway – 7pm-Sun 2pm. Join Richard & Diana Daffner, authors of Tantric Sex for Busy Couples, for a romantic beach getaway. Bring greater joy, intimacy and passion to your relationship. Celebrate your love. Connect with your beloved on a soul level. $695/couple. Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, FL. More info, other dates & locations, brochure, 941-349-6804, IntimacyRetreats.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 20 Vinyasa Yoga with Jen Maecker – 9-10:15am. A vigorous style of yoga which links breath and movement through a heat-building sequence. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

AMC Basic Integrated Energy Therapy – 10am4pm. You will learn to conduct the 5-min empowerment, self-balancing & clearing session; become familiar w/Energy Anatomy and Cellular Memory Map; “Read” Energy; Conduct a full Basic-level IET session. $180/0.5 Credit. Angel Ministries College, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesFL.org, AngelMinistriesFL.org.

Nadi Shuddhi Pranayam: Sacred Breath for Purification – 10am-6pm. Workshop of Ayurvedic practices with Dr N Sasikumar, including work with breath techniques, nadi sudhi pranayama and chakras, so important for achieving overall state of health, blood purification and a higher state of consciousness. $50. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota.

Reservations, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

8 Mudras for Daily Practice – 1-3pm. Learn, practice and experience the 8 mudras used by Jiro Murai, when he healed himself of a terminal illness & rediscovered Jin Shin Jyutsu. Space is $29. Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota. Prepaid registration due by June 15, 941-228-2972, Michelle@ SuncoastJSJ.com, SuncoastJSJ.com.

Protection for Daily Living – 2:45-5:30pm.

Learn how to strengthen your aura and increase your energy and vitality using the Pyramid & Vortex cleansing. Learn how to dress your candles and create a Shield Protection for your home and person. No prior knowledge required. Bring your focus and pure heart! $25. Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesFL.org, AngelMinistriesFL.org.

Moonlight Movies – 7-10pm. Family-friendly and fun, movie begins at sunset. Swim under the stars and enjoy watching a movie on a giant screen while in the pool! $3+tx/pp. Oyster Creek Pool, 6791 San Casa Dr, Englewood. Info 941-5058686, CharlotteCountyFL.gov.

SUNDAY, JUNE 21 FUNday at Unity of Sarasota – 10:30-11:30am.

Spiritual Seekers, all are welcome to join us for a wonderful, uplifting service. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

Community HU Song – 10-11am. HU is an ancient name for God. When sung as a pure prayer of love, it opens your heart to God’s Love for you; 30 mins, followed by light refreshments. Free, AmericInn, 5931 Fruitville Rd (W of I-75), Sarasota, 941-358-0325, Meetup.com/EckankarInSarasota.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 23 Introduction to IET – 4-5:30pm. Integrated Energy Therapy (IET) is a hands-on energy healing modality that uses the energy of the Healing Angels to help people “get the issues out of the tissues.” You will learn how to send healing energy to people, places and situations, and so much more!

Free. Angel Ministries College, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesFL.org, AngelMinistriesFL.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 Meet & Greet Like-Minded Souls – 9-10am. Continuing enrichment spiritual advancement classes for adults. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

Touching, Drawing Workshop – 1-5pm. A simple yet profound creative technique that anyone can do, incorporating a soothing blend of meditation and creativity. Tap into your heart in a safe space with guidance, gentle movement and music. Artist/ writer, Denise Clair has MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts. $40. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. Info Denise.Auld@Goddard.edu, Reservations, 941371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Midweek Spiritual Meditation – 7:20-8:30pm.

Relaxing respite which includes Meditation, Affirmative Prayer, Music, Candle Lighting, and Silence. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 25 Beach Yoga – 7:30-8:30am. Cheryl Chaffee, ERYT-500, owner and director of Garden of the Heart Yoga, leads a mixed levels yoga class for all ages on North Lido Beach. Bring water and a towel or yoga mat. $5-$15/Sliding scale. Zone 1, first beach access at the end of Ringling Blvd. 941341-9781, GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

Intuitive & Healer Readings – 10:30am-5:30pm.

Deborah Chadwick is able to communicate with her guides and angels, quickly receiving very specific information for her clients. 15 mins/$30; 30 mins/$60. Elysian Fields, 1273 Tamiami Trail S, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 26 Amrit Yoga: “I AM” with Yogi Amrit Desai – June 26-27. Friday 6:30-9pm. Saturday 9am-5pm.

Founder of Amrit Yoga Institute, Yogi Amrit Desai presents an introduction to the Integrative Amrit Method “I AM” which teaches you how to be completely absorbed, engaged, totally present and whole. It is designed to take you to the innermost self-balancing, self-healing integration where body, mind, heart and soul are brought into perfect harmony. $25/Advance registration for Friday, $30/day of event; $85/Advance registration for the entire event, $90/day of event. A Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. Info, 727-712-1475, Register, AYogaVillage.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27 Vinyasa Yoga with Jen Maecker – 9-10:15am. A vigorous style of yoga which links breath and movement through a heat-building sequence. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Psychic Fair – 10am-3pm. Are you searching, questioning and seeking answers? Choose from some of the best Intuitive Artists in the area! See what your future holds! Free healing and refreshments. Private Readings $15/15 mins. Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesFL.org, AngelMinistriesFL.org.

Psychic Saturday Readings and More – 11am4pm. Psychic and Mediumistic Readings, Spirit Artist, Astrology and Numerology Report. Something for everyone. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota.

Reservations, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 28 FUNday at Unity of Sarasota – 10:30-11:30am.

Spiritual Seekers, all are welcome to join us for a wonderful, uplifting service. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

ECK Worship Service – 10-11am. This month: Tuning In to Divine Spirit by Singing HU. Join others in exploring how singing HU can bring peace, harmony, calm & spiritual insight during difficult times. Free, AmericInn, 5931 Fruitville Rd (W of I-75), Sarasota, 941-358-0325, Meetup. com/EckankarInSarasota.

TUESDAY JUNE 30 Free Online Life after Death Lecture – Respected author and lecturer Frank Valentín will take you on a spiritual journey as living proof that there IS life after death in ways never taught before—from his first NDE in 1979 to his most recent spiritual manifest in 2014. This online version is for those who haven’t been able to attend this acclaimed lecture due to their busy schedules or commuting affairs. Visit SearchingTruth.org/lecture/.

planahead SATURDAY, JULY 4 Fishermen’s Village 4th of July Celebration – 10am-9pm. Annual Freedom Swim on Charlotte Harbor begins at 10am. Enjoy live entertainment, shopping and dining, viewing of Fireworks Display over Charlotte Harbor at 9pm. Fisherman’s Village, 1200 W Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda.

Info 941-639-8721.

Fourth-Fest 2015 at Laishley Park – 11am.

Punta Gorda’s Annual Independence Day festival, a celebration of the USA, with nonstop entertainment for the entire family, including a Kid’s Fun Zone and 12 giant waterslides, for the littlest kids to grownups. Vendors, displays and unique shopping opportunities, fun festival food, cold beer and beverages! Live Music starts at noon. The Boogiemen Rock ‘n Soul Revue entertain 6pm until the best fireworks display in all of Southwest Florida 9pm, followed by Nashville recording artists The Jack Michael Band concert. $3/Admission helps offset cost of fireworks. Optional $10/Wristband unlimited use Waterslides. Fireworks funded completely by donations/ sponsorships. Details PuntaGordaFireworks.com.

MONDAY, JULY 6 Summer Studies Yoga Program 2-5pm. MonFri for 6 weeks. Participants practice yoga asana,

savethedate SATURDAY JUNE 6 & JULY 11 Gallery Concert Series- 5-7pm. This month singer/songwriter Jamie Z will perform original music amidst joyful & inspiring art! By donation. Paste Paper Art Gallery Studio, Towles Court, 1975 Morrill St. 941-313-2175, PastePaperArt.com.

savethedate FRIDAY, JUNE 26TH Soul Bowl Beat- 7-9:30 pm. Create a Bowl ,Tap into Spirit, Hear Live Music. Adorn a handmade Bowl with mixed media. No experience needed. BYOB. Art & Music-what could be better?! $50/person $90/two people. Paste Paper Art Gallery Studio, Towles Court, 1975 Morrill St. 941-313-2175, PastePaperArt.com. pranayama, meditation, explore anatomy, yoga philosophy, journaling, ancient and modern texts on yoga, and the ins and outs of alignment-based Hatha yoga. Garden of the Heart Yoga Center, 2888 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota. Register by June 15, 941-341-9781, Cheryl@GardenOfTheHeartYoga. com, GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 10 Guided Jin Shin Jyutsu® – 6-7:15pm. Be renewed as you are guided through hands-on energy balancing exercises you apply to your own body.

Michelle Giambra, Certified Practitioner, Suncoast Jin Shin Jyutsu. $18/class or $60/5 classes prepaid, Cash or check. Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota. Register by Noon, Jul 10, 941-228-2972, Michelle@SuncoastJSJ.com, SuncoastJSJ.com.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 Bluegrass Playboys – 7pm. Nashville’s Bradford Lee Folk makes good-times bluegrass that’s not afraid to punch your gut. If you want to reach him, call after 2pm Nashville time. Before that, he’s out on his tractor in the fields of an organic farm outside the city, farming for a living. After 2pm, Brad heads back into Nashville to set up for a long night of burning bluegrass and rootsy Americana with his band The Bluegrass Playboys. That juxtaposition between the gritty dirt of the country and the glitz of Nashville lies at the heart of Bradford Lee Folk’s music. Tickets $12/$15. Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Ct, Sarasota. 941-545-5635, SarasotaPEACEnter.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 31 Guru Purnima Celebration – Noon-1pm. Celebrated on July’s full moon, Guru Purnima is considered one of the highest holidays in the yogic tradition, and is dedicated to the expression of gratitude for the teachers in our lives. It’s a time to honor our spiritual traditions and lineages. This free event includes a discussion about Guru Purnima and a yoga posture practice, and will conclude with tea and snacks. The Yoga Sanctuary, 112 Sullivan St, Punta Gorda. Jennifer French 941-5059642, TheYogaSanctuary.biz.

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sunday Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood. 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

One from the Heart Healing Sessions – 9:3010:15am. Center of Spiritual Awareness healing practitioners offer 15-min sessions to bring a state of wholeness to body, mind, and spirit. Free. Fruitville Rd (Knights of Columbus Bldg), 941-9267828.

Discover Your Spiritual Home – 10am. With Rev Karen Wolfson. Center for Spiritual Living Sarasota, South Gate Community Center, 3145 S Gate Cir, Sarasota. 941-927-6212. CSLSarasota.com.

Hatha Yoga with Jamie Coffey – 10-11:30am. A creative blend of yoga styles based on the teacher’s background. The class helps to build strength and increase flexibility. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Mixed Levels Yoga with Cindy – 10-11:30am.

Alignment-based yoga suitable for anyone with previous yoga experience. Learn standing poses, twists, back bends, seated bends & inversions at your own pace. More options given for beginning or advanced students. $16; $78/6. Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, 941341-9781, GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

Sunday Worship Service – 10:30am. Start your week refreshed. Join the CMF for a morning of inspiration, spiritual healing, inspirational talk, special music and Spirit messages from guides and loved ones. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 2044 Bispham Rd, Sarasota, 941-266-8435. CMFSarasota.org.

A Cosmic New Thought Service – 10:3011:30am. A metaphysical universal service with music, talk, meditation and chants, to educate & expand our understanding and concepts to clarify and empower our connection with Infinite Spirit, Divine Source. Free energy healings. Love offering. The Cosmic Center, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. Rev Zan Benham 941-9227839, Zan@Woman-Spirit.com, CCOSL.com.

Sunday Worship Service – 10:30-11:30am. Start your week refreshed. Join CMF for a morning of inspiration, spiritual healing, inspirational talk, special music and spirit messages from guides and loved ones. Love Offering. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 2044 Bispham Rd, Sarasota. 941266-8435, CMFSarasota.org.

Aerial Yoga – 11:30am-12:45pm. With Mandy.

All levels. Begins with basic mat work & progresses to using a soft fabric yoga inversion swing. $15; $12/senior/student. 6260 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-359-9642. ReflexArts.com.

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Cosmic In-Service – 12:15-1:30pm. Gathering of Lightworkers. A call to Planetary World Servers to anchor Light and work with our family of light to bridge Heaven and Earth. Love Offering. The Cosmic Center, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. Rev Sharon Elizabeth James, 941-3719333. CCOSL.com.

monday Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood, 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

No Nonsense Nutrition – 9-10am. With Eve Prang Plews, LNC, IFMCP. WSLR 96FM, wslr.org.

Workout with Lucho – Mon & Weds 9:1510am. F.I.T. Functional Interval Training. Improve strength, flexibility and heart health using your own body combined with resistance and cardio exercises. All levels. $12/Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Hatha Yoga with Stephanie Cole – 9:3010:45am. A creative blend of yoga styles based on the teacher’s background. The class helps to build strength and increase flexibility. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Mixed Levels Yoga with Randall – 5:30-7pm.

This alignment-based yoga class is geared toward students who have been practicing yoga for at least 6 months. Inversion options will be taught in this class to prepare you for headstands, handstands, and shoulderstands. Dropins welcome. $16; $78/6. Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, 941-341-9781.

GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

Ongoing Class Feldenkrais – 5:45-6:45pm.

Awareness Through Movement® classes improve posture, balance, body awareness. 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/class; $50/4 classes, Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, 941-587-4535, FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

Evening Yoga Flow – 6-7:15pm. Join Lata in this evening slow flow vinyasa practice. Bring your focus to releasing stress and tension in the body and mind while opening the heart and freeing the spirit, slowing down from your busy day as we link breath and movement with grounding asana sequencing and longer held forward bends to relax and re-new. Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood. 941-473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

Booty Beat! – 6:40pm & Friday 9:15am. Experience the fabulous feeling that dancing gives you, while reaping the benefits of strength and cardio.

This fabulous and super fun dance fitness class allows you to let loose and condition the entire body inside out! $10, Packages available, Fly Dance Fitness, 999 Cattleman Rd, Sarasota, 941-400-0020, FlyDanceFitness.com.

Tai Chi – 10am. Jack Barker, Certified TCA & FLEX instructor under Dr Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Health Institute. $30/6 weeks; Free/Silver Sneakers Members. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Forgiveness Support Group – 7-8:30pm. Forgiveness in Aramaic is to cancel, untie or let loose.

It’s a tool for changing a reality in the mind. This is one of the core messages of Why is this Happening to Me Again? $10. Unity Church of Sarasota. 941776-7465, UnityOfSarasota.com.

Alternative Health – 10-11am. Alt Mondays.

With Eve Prang Plews, LNC, IFMCP. WMNF 88SFM. Call-in line 813-239-9663, wmnf.org.

Sai Maa Satsang & Blessing – 1st Mon 7-8:30pm.

A spiritual gathering, meditation & blessing to strengthen connection to self, truth & healing. Uses Sai Maa teachings & transformational healing.

Free. Central Sarasota location. 941-487-7077, Sai-Maa.com.

Ashtanga Yoga with Liana Bryant – 11:15am12:45pm. Ashtanga Yoga is a physically demanding practice synchronizing breath with movement through a set series of progressive postures to build strength, flexibility, and stamina. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com, LianaYoga.com.

Transitions Support Group – 5-6:30pm. A support group that helps cope with the reality of traumatic changes. Discover resources & chart strategies to achieve priority goals. Six sessions are recommended. Free. Transition Church, 2215 Sunset Dr, Ste E1, Bradenton. 941-739-7103. RevDCT@ Verizon.net.

Zumba with Carla – 5:30-6:30pm. Forget the workout, Join the party! Dance yourself into shape listening to the exotic & exhilarating rhythms of Latin and international beats. Just lose yourself in the music at the original dance-fitness party. All levels welcome. $12/Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

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Anchoring the Light Meditation – 7:458:45pm. Rev Sharon-Elizabeth James channels anchoring the light meditation. Serving the Ascension of our planet with the Ascended Realms as Anchors of Light. Every Monday since 2007. Love Offering. The Cosmic Center, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL. com.

Chakra Clearing & Alignment – Spiritual guidance from Rev Duffy Rutledge using the Crystal Bed from John of God. $25. Call for appointments.

941-926-7828.

Yoga Classes – Mon, Tues, Wed. A variety of styles. Ionie Body Mind Retreat/Raw Food Café, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. Info 941-955-4599, Ionie.com.

Sarasota’s Body-Mind Aquatics Swim School’s Lessons – Beginning April 13, holistic swim lessons for ages 6 months to adults, in healthier waters (low-chemical, hydrogen peroxide, UV light pool).

Whole-child, no-tears approach to Survival Safety Swim. Excellent for all learning styles, abilities and those with fear and trauma. Benefit from individualized, small classes of only 3-4 swimmers.

Concierge program begins in the summer with premier private and group lessons in YOUR pool with our certified instructors. Classes offered 1-5 days per week, Mon-Sat, depending on level and pacing. Spring session: April 13-May 30. Summer session starts: June 1. Body-Mind Aquatics Swim School. Register 941-981-1200, Info@BodyMindSwimming.com, BodyMindAquatics.com.

tuesday Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood. 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

WSLR Peace & Justice Show – 9-10am. Tune in to 96.5 on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesdays of the month for The Peace and Justice Report. Submit any event announcements for the show to Info@ wslr.org.

TRX Training Basics – Tues & Thurs 9:15-10am.

Learn how to safely use this Suspension Training System used today by all branches in the US Military and in fitness & rehabilitation programs all over the world. Basic yet challenging full body workout. $12/Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Dance N Tone – 9:30-10:30am. A work out for your mind and body! One hour of low impact exercise and fun in an air-conditioned gym. Optional 1/2 hour of floor work afterwards. $5. Faith Church (corner of Beneva and 12th St), Sarasota. Info, Gail 941-586-3464.

Hatha Yoga with Stephanie Cole – 10-11:15am. A creative blend of styles that builds strength and increases flexibility. $14; $50/5. Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Hot Vinyasa Yoga – 11am-12:15pm. Combines upbeat music, interesting transitions, & fulfilling vinyasas to begin the week. Betsy is experienced & continues to grow & evolve this beautiful practice. $15, Class cards available. 6260 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-359-9642. ReflexArts.com.

Chair Yoga – Tues & Thurs Noon-1pm. With Carol. Perfect for those that struggle with flexibility or balance demands of a traditional yoga class. Benefits of asana, pranayama, & short meditation. $15, $12/Senior. Reflex Arts, 6260 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-359-9642. ReflexArts.com.

Belly Dance Fundamentals – 5:30-6:30pm.

Belly Dancing is natural to a woman’s bone and muscle structure with movements emanating from the torso. Join us as we focus on the basic isolations essential for the beginner as well as the professional dancer. $12/Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Advanced Practice – 5:30-7:15pm. Tuesday nights are a teacher-led practice where strong yogis can come to learn advanced sequences and poses. Knowledge of alignment is expected. Led

by Jaye Martin or Cheryl Chaffee alternate weeks.

Advanced students from other styles are welcome. $15; $88/8. Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, 941-341-9781. GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

The Essentials Yoga Class – 5:45-7pm. An active class appropriate for most levels, focusing on essential yoga postures to improve one’s skeletal alignment, balance, flexibility & strength. Learn to release stress & enhance breathing. $14; $80/8.

Yoga Arts, Bradenton. 941-747-9397.

Iyengar Yoga with Deborah Di Carlo – 6:308pm. Iyengar Yoga is characterized by an emphasis on precision of alignment in the yoga postures, the use of props to help students of all ability levels achieve correct alignment, and an understanding of the therapeutic potential of yoga. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Intro to Buddhist Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Intro to meditation (6 varieties) from an authentic Tibetan Buddhist perspective, along with chats about Buddhist philosophy. $45/6 classes. Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota, 3975 Fruitville Rd. 941-552-8466. Saratara@gmail.com.

Zen Meditation – Tues & Thurs 7-8:30pm. Led by spiritual director, Rev Daito Zenei Thompson.

Consists of two 20-min meditations, separated by a 5-min walking meditation. Ends with tea & conversation. Free. Sarasota Zen Center, 3947 Clark Rd, Ste A, Sarasota. 941-451-6988. SarasotaZen. org.

wednesday Early Morning Yoga with Jaye – 6-7:30am.

Alignment-based yoga class geared toward students who have been practicing yoga for at least 6 months. Greet the day with yoga. $16; $78/6. Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, 941341-9781. GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood, 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

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VACATION RENTALS ESCAPE TO THE MOUNTAINS! Lake Tomahawk Vacation Rentals. Quaint Black Mountain, NC. Relax, hike, shop, golf. Fifteen minutes east of Asheville. Hosts: Karen & Danny Leonetti. Call 941-650-0574. Visit VRBO.com/509923, VRBO.com/677540.

Restorative/Therapeutic Yoga – 10-11:15am.

This class combines therapeutic movement & restorative postures. Suited for people unable to practice yoga in its more active form. Movements are gentle & well-supported. $14; $80/8. Yoga Arts, Bradenton. 941-747-9397.

Five Points Park Farmers Market – 10am-2pm.

Omega Cure bottles, vials, cookies and chocolates available. Stop by, say hi, try a sample. First St & N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, Omega3Innovations. com.

Feldenkrais with Bonnie K – 10:45-11:45am.

Awareness Through Movement® classes improve posture, balance and body awareness. 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/class; $50/4 classes, Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, 941-587-4535, FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

Core Tone-Up – 11:15am-12:30pm. A therapeutic flow of yoga and Pilates taught by a certified teacher in both. Beg-Int levels. Develop strong posture, healthy spine & joints, pelvic stability, balance, respiration, and all of yoga’s other benefits. $15; $10/10. Alive with Yoga, 7512 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, 941-302-1004, AlivewithYoga.com.

TRX Chisel with Carla – 3-4pm. Intense fitness class working all of your muscles using TRX Suspension Training with a combination of the best basic exercises including squats, presses, lifts, curls, pushes, pulls, and more! $15, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-2442006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Free Yoga for Veterans/Military – 3:30-4:30pm.

Veterans, military personnel and their family members can attend a free weekly yoga class designed for vets with PTSD, TBI and other combat injuries. Free, Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, 941-341-9781, GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

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Tea with the Goddesses – 4:30-6:30pm. The Goddess Love Circle of Sarasota meet-up with other amazing Goddesses. Relax, chat, share wisdom, receive support from others and hold space for mind, body, heart and soul healing. Elixir Tea Shop, 1926 Hillview St, Sarasota, Text RSVP 516-287-0242.

Sunlight Yoga – 5:45-7pm. With Debbie Downing. Gentle flowing hatha yoga. Range of motion, balance, breath awareness, asanas, relaxation.

Mixed level. The Power of One, 238 W Tampa Ave, Venice Centre Mall/KMI Bldg, Ste 250, 941468-0403, SunlightYoga@Verizon.net.

Anger Management Class – 6-7pm. Walk-ins welcome. $15. 2803 Fruitville Rd, Ste 149, Sarasota. 941-954-1105, BehaviorManagementServices.net.

Intro to Hoop Dance Class – 6-7pm. Learn the basics of the art of Hoop Dance in this 4-week series that begins each month. Have fun, dance, meet new friends and burn calories. $40/month series.

Prana Yoga Studio, 3840 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota.

Bonnie Brown 941-404-8114. OutwardSpiral.net.

Kundalini Yoga with Erinn Earth – 6-7pm. Outdoor class for fresh air intake. Lots of breathing while stretching. Techniques for kundalini manipulation for subtle body transformation. Meditation indoors at end of class. Lesson from Sutras or Gita. $10; $40/5, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, 941-284-9563, InSelfYoga.net.

All Levels Flow Yoga – 6-7:15pm. With Ginny. Healing yoga class, afterwards, take a walk through gardens, visit the chickens & relax. $15; $12/Senior/Student. Heartwood Retreat Center.

941-359-9642. ReflexArts.com.

Pregnancy Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Experience the benefits of pregnancy yoga for improved posture, strength, flexibility, endurance, breathing & relaxation. Appropriate for all levels. $15; $50/5. Prana Yoga, 3840 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota. 941-312-1898.

LeBarre – 6:40pm & Tues 9:15am. Taking the hottest trend in dance-inspired conditioning, people LeLove LeBarre! Combines balance, agility, resistance, recovery and eloquence into a challenging full body workout. Unlike any barre class you’ve seen! All levels welcome. $10; Packages available, Fly Dance Fitness, 999 Cattleman Rd, Sarasota, 941-400-0020, FlyDanceFitness.com.

Chair Yoga in Salt Room – 7-8pm. Experience the health benefits of gentle yoga, combined with the health benefits of working with the breath during dry salt therapy. $20; Packages available; Sr discount. Fusion Therapy, 7069 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-921-7900, FusionTherapy.net.

Meditation Study Group – 7-8:30pm. Introduction of the various philosophies of meditation followed by a study of different kinds of practices throughout history. We will discover what meditative practices are most appropriate today and for those interested in spiritual development.

Free. Starflower Spathecary, 415 S Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 941-554-4292. Starflower.com.

Numerology Classes – 7-8:30pm. Learn to manage your life with numerology, with Kathy Skeen. $30. Rejuvenations Center, 2610 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-554-8657. RejuvenationsofSarasota@gmail.com.

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Sarasota Contact Improv Jam – 7-9pm. 2nd & 4th Wed. Contact improv dance class. Love offering. Ionie Body Mind Retreat/Raw Food Café, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. 941-320-8144. Ionie. com.

Prayer & Meditation Service – 7:20-8:30pm.

Mid-week prayer, meditation & candle lighting service. Unity of Sarasota. 941-955-3301. UnityofSarasota.com.

Restorative Yoga & Meditation – 7:30-8:45pm.

All levels welcome. Focuses on postures that relax the body & allow the mind to rest. Guided meditation & Reiki healing make this a great place to find rejuvenation. $15; Class cards available. 6260 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-359-9642.

ReflexArts.com.

thursday Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. MayOct. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end).

Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood. 941-473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

Hatha Yoga – 9-10am. For a Life in Balance. A gentle, transforming practice with Pauline Dimitri. $10. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-3719333, CCOSL.com.

Englewood Farmers Market – 9am-2pm. Omega Cure bottles, vials, cookies and chocolates available. Stop by, say hi, try a sample. Historic Dearborn St, Sarasota, Omega3Innovations.com.

Mom + Baby Yoga with Liana – 10-10:45am. In this playful practice, moms rebuild core strength and relieve neck and shoulder tension while bonding with their little ones, and create lasting relationships with other moms. $14; $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-9525280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Ashtanga Yoga with Liana Bryant – 11:15am12:30pm. Ashtanga Yoga is a physically demanding practice synchronizing breath with movement through a set series of progressive postures to build strength, flexibility and stamina. $14; $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Vinyasa Yoga with Ildi Bercak – 6:30-7:45pm. A vigorous style of yoga, which links breath and movement through a heat-building sequence. $14, $50/5. Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Pet Grief Support Group – 3rd Thursday. 7pm.

For understanding, support & sharing pictures & stories of your special friend. Love offering. Unity of Sarasota. 941-955-3301.

Prenatal Yoga – 7-8:15pm. Exclusively for momsto-be. Learn to safely modify yoga poses for every stage of pregnancy. Relax, de-stress, & embrace the joy of being pregnant, in a supportive environment. $16; $78/6. Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, 941-341-9781. GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

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Spiritual Blessing & Healing – 3rd Thursday.

7-8:30pm. Uses Sai Maa enlightenment teachings and diksha healing. Free. Central Sarasota. Janice 941-356-5506, Sai-Maa.com.

A Study of World Religions – 7-9pm. Starting with the Bhagavad-Gita, students learn the various spiritual and cultural paths to God from the world’s religions. Love Offering. With Rev Leslie Chaillou from Cosmic Center at her home, 2506 5th Ct, Ellenton. 704-756-7331, 941-371-9333. CCOSL. com.

Spiritual Evolution: Awakening the Shaman – 7-9pm. A course designed to infuse, enhance and expand your spiritual growth through ceremony and practical application of meditation techniques, chakra work, chants, all to open and to expand insight & perception. $10. The Cosmic Center, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. Rev Zan Benham, 941-922-7839, Zan@woman-spirit.com, CCOSL.com.

friday Sarasota Farmers Market – 7am-1pm. Come early for good parking & pick of the best produce & products from the market’s 70+ vendors. Downtown Sarasota, intersection of Lemon & Main St, 941-225-9256. SarasotaFarmersMarket.org.

Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood, 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

Kundalini Yoga with Dev Atma – 8:30-9:45am.

Classes includes gentle warm ups, a yoga set of postures, movements, breathing techniques, and relaxation, followed by meditation utilizing mantra, breath, and often times the healing vibration of the Gong. $14; $50/5. Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota. 941-952-5280. RosemaryCourt.com.

Vinyasa Yoga – 9-10:15am. With Ildi. A vigorous style of yoga, which links breath and movement through a heat-building sequence. $14; $50/5.

Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota.

Liana Bryant 941-952-5280. RosemaryCourt@yahoo.com, RosemaryCourtYoga.com.

Downtown Bradenton Farmers’ Market – 9am2pm. Each Sat, the market 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 are welcome. 941-744-7484.

Nokomis Powerwalk – 9:15-10:15am. Group gathers at Beach Life Wellness and walks, jogs, lunges, and performs a variety of exercises as we make our way to Nokomis Beach and back. Super fun way to exercise with a group and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. All levels welcome. $12/ Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Essentials for Healthy Backs – 9:15-10:30am.

Therapeutic Yoga emphasizing alignment, core, breath, and specific poses to relieve common back conditions. $15; $10/10. Alive with Yoga, 7512 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. Paula Morris; 941-9235621. MrrisHaven@aol.com, AlivewithYoga.com.

Chair Yoga in Salt Room – 9:30-10:30am. Experience the health benefits of gentle yoga combined with the health benefits of working with the breath during dry salt therapy. $20; Pkgs available; Sr discount; Free/1st session. Fusion Therapy, Pine Park Centre, 7069 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-9217900, FusionTherapy.net.

Flow Yoga – 10-11:15am. Sun Salutations to warm the body & move into a series of standing poses.

Practice balance, core stability & breathe awareness. $15, $88/8. Prana Yoga. 941-735-0344.

Hatha Yoga with Stephanie Cole – 10-11:15am.

A creative blend of yoga styles based on the teacher’s background. The class helps to build strength and increase flexibility. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-9525280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Book Study & Discussion – 10am-Noon. An ongoing book study group encouraging discussion & group interaction. $10. Unity of Sarasota. 941-9553301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

corporating the essentials of a vital practice: meditation, strength, flexibility, balance, and healing.

Beginner-Intermediate Hatha Yoga. $12/Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Wild Ginger Apothecary – 10am-6pm. Now open in Gulf Gate, featuring non-toxic and eco-friendly health + beauty items for the entire family. 6557 Superior Ave, Sarasota. 941-312-5630. WildGingerApothecary@gmail.com, WildGingerApothecary.com.

Kundalini Yoga with Erinn Earth – 10:3011:45am. Outdoor class for fresh air intake. Lots of breathing while stretching. Techniques for kundalini manipulation for subtle body transformation.

Meditation indoors at end of class. Lesson from Sutras or Gita. $10; $40/5, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, 941-284-9563, InSelfYoga. net.

Reiki Share – 2nd Friday. 7-9pm. Interested in practicing, receiving or just want to learn more about Reiki? Come and participate in group healing, with guided meditation beginning the evening, followed by Reiki transference. Massage tables are set up and everyone takes turns giving and receiving Reiki, sharing their month’s experiences and discussing the art of healing to enhance their gifts.

Donation/Goes to a different charity each month.

ReFlex Arts, Heartwood Retreat Center, 6260 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-359-9642, Contact@ReFlexArts.com, ReFlexArts.com.

Nokomis Reiki Share – 2nd Sat. 3-5pm. An opportunity for Reiki practitioners to connect with one another and those who are interested to know more. Everyone will have time to receive as well as practice sharing healing energy in this safe, caring, environment. No experience needed.

Love offering. Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness. com.

Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light

Mindfulness & More – 1-2:30pm. Alive With Yoga, 7513 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. Charlie Bradt 941-922-5205.

Ascension to Immortality – 7-9pm. Based on his book about Jesus, Avatar of God, Rev Gopi Chari shows the ardent Seeker that they can experience a personal connection with God, the Divine Source, by following the teachings and example of Jesus’ 7 stages of the paths of Ascension. $10, Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333. CCOSL. com.

Iyengar Yoga with Deborah Di Carlo – 11am12:30pm. Iyengar Yoga is characterized by an emphasis on precision of alignment in the yoga postures, the use of props to help students of all ability levels achieve correct alignment, and an understanding of the therapeutic potential of yoga. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Serving Sarasota and Manatee Counties - and the World through Healing, Education and Enlightenment

5041 Ringwood Meadow, Bldg. G-2, Sarasota, FL 34235 (Honore, north of 17th St.)

Embracing the New Paradigms of our Awakening Consciousness:

Divine Connection, Ascended Masters, Alternative Healings, Lightwork, Meditations, Channeling, Mediumship, Shamanism, UFOs, Special Guest Speakers and much more...

SPECIAL EVENTS

SUNDAY SERVICES 10:30 AM ~ Universal New Thought Service with Rev. Zan Benham

Psychic Readings and More ~ Every Saturday of the month thru May 30th, 11am-4pm.

12:15 PM ~ A Cosmic In-Service Gathering of Lightworkers with Rev. Sharon-Elizabeth James

For more information for Anyah, and for all of our workshops and classes 12:15 PM ~ Every First Sunday of the Month go to www.ccosl.com Open Heart Divine Healing Service or call 941-371-9333

1-371-9333 www.ccosl.com

saturday

Sarasota Farmers Market – 7am-1pm. Omega Cure bottles, vials, cookies and chocolates available. Stop by, say hi, try a sample. Main St & Lemon Ave, Sarasota, Omega3Innovations.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 growers or farmer, not just a reseller. Sarasota County Technical Institute, 4748 S Beneva Rd, South parking lot, E of the pond, Sarasota, CentralSarasotaFamersMarket.com.

Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. MayOct. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end).

Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood, 941-473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

Yoga with Lana – 10-11am. Join Lana in her serene Banyan Tree Open Studio. Authentic Yoga in-

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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email publisher@nasrq.com to request our media kit.

ADULT EDUCATION

ACUPUNCTURE/ CHINESE MEDICINE

THE OPEN CENTER

CARYN L. YOUNG, DOM, AP, OTR

Bob Waxman, Ph.D. Author & Educator 3023 Proctor Rd. at Unity of Sarasota 941-724-5151 • OpenCenter@comcast.net OpenCenterFL.com (see 2014 Events)

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

The Integrated Path to Health and Wellness for the whole family utilizing Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Bio-Meridian Computerized Scanning, Bio-Cleanse Detoxification, Energetic Medicine, Clinical Nutrition.

COURTNEY F. CONNELL, AP

Longevity Wellness Clinic & Crane Health 2106 Bispham Road, Sarasota, FL 941-923-9355 (WELL) LongevityWellnessClinic.com CraneHealth.net

We offer a holistic approach to healthcare that combines Chinese Medicine, acupuncture and nutrition with Western science and diagnostics. We specialize in Pain and Stress Relief, Heart Health and Healthy Aging, Endocrine and Nerological Disorders.

DR. PAULA KOGER BSN.MA AP OMD Home office in Sarasota, Florida call 941 539 4232 www.wealthofhealthcenter.com

Combining integrative technology and techniques to bring you Dynamic results see www.wealthofhealthcenter.com Acupuncture, NES, Zyto, Homeopathy, Scalar

Come and enjoy uplifting classes, events and films that explore spirituality, wellness & personal growth. Expand your mind and nourish your spirit! Many events by donation. Newcomers welcome! Also, seeking teachers with experience & credentials.

ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER SARASOTA ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER

Anne Luther, DVM 3646 Birky St., Sarasota 34232 941-954-4771 SRQVet.com

Dr. Anne Luther has over 25 years experience in conventional medicine and alternative therapies such as acupuncture and homeopathy.

“We treat your pet like our own!”

APPLIED KINESIOLOGY DR. CYNTHIA CLARK, AP, ACN

Longevity Wellness Clinic & Crane Health 2106 Bispham Road, Sarasota, FL 941-923-9355 (WELL) LongevityWellnessClinic.com CraneHealth.net

Nutritional Healing with muscle testing combines dietary therapy with Western nutrition science; the aim is to recommend the precise nutrients your body needs to treat your specific health issues, increase healing and enhance performance.

FACES BY DR ANNA

AROMATHERAPY

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.

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FAMILY PHARMACY

3644 Webber Street Sarasota • 941-921-6645 888-245-0070 FamilyPharmacy.org

Personalized service for 30 years— specializing in custom compounding. We offer herbal and nutritional supplements, seminars on bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, cholesterol screenings and more.

BOOKSTORE/GIFT SHOPS BRIGHT LIFE

2135 Siesta Drive, Sarasota 941-366-8113 www.BrightLife-USA.com

Bright Life, an award winning boutique specializing in innovative products that accelerate personal growth and transformation. Offering includes energy based healing products which utilize color, sound, fragrance, and the signatures of flowers, crystals & gemstones, monthly workshops, Aura-Soma & Classical Feng Shui consultations & training. Tue & Wed 12:30pm-5:30pm, Thur & Fri (by appointment), Sat 10am-4pm, closed Sun & Mon

ELYSIAN FIELDS

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

BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONES

YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS Alina Piccone & Robert Ridpath, ICA 813-644-9104 AlinaPiccone@me.com YLEOSarasota.com WeOwnOurLife.com

Young Living is the world leader in therapeutic essential oils. Contact us for details about hosting your own workshop or to attend an upcoming class!

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

Books and gifts for conscious living. Award-winning store! Jewelry, incense, clothing, candles, greeting cards and more. Private readings daily. Classes and events. M-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY COLON THERAPY CLINIC

Alain Menard • Allaesia Menard 2831 Ringling Blvd, Ste 121-F 941-922-7744 ColonTherapyClinic.com

Cleansing for digestive disorders.

Licensed 40 years. Developed gentle technique. Foot bath and ear candling.

COUNSELING SARASOTA PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES Eva Macaluso, MA, LMHC, BCC 941-363-1039 info@anxietytx.com

Holistic treatment approaches integrating Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Energy Psychology and Mindfulness. Working with the mind and body to alleviate symptoms and learn new ways of approaching life with a greater sense of calmness and less anxiety.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY ADVANCED CRANIOSACRAL WHOLE BODY THERAPY Terry Grywinksi, LMT MA6049 San Marco 205D, 1188 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota 941-755-3437 AdvancedCranioSacralHealing.com

Gifted healer Terry Grywinski with 19 years experience and advanced craniosacral training provides rapid relief from injury, pain, and muscle restrictions. Great success with auto/ sports injury, sciatic, neck and back pain, TMJ, migraines.

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.

CRYSTAL BOWLS/GIFTS THE OM SHOPPE & SPA

4801 S. Tamiami Tr. Sarasota 941-706-3257 www.theOMshoppe.com

Sarasota’s largest selection of crystal singing bowls, Himalayan salt products, organic essential oils & aromatherapy, ascension crystals, meditation accessories and mindful living gifts.

SPATHECARY STARFLOWER ORGANIC SPATHECARY 415 S, Pineapple Ave Sarasota, FL 34236 941-554-4292 Starflower.com

Starflower Organic Skincare is one of the leading holistic skin care manufacturers in the U.S.A, offering a complete line of certified organically grown, food grade ingredients and essential oils. Spathecary services include Organic Facials, Structural Alignment Massage, Reflexology and Nutritional and Holistic Detoxification counseling.

HAIR SALON

DENTISTRY

BLISS SALON

RAY BEHM DDS

5531 Palmer Crossing Ci, Sarasota 941-923-1287 BlissSalonSRQ.com

127 N Garden Ave Clearwater, FL SaveYourTeeth.com 727-446-6747

Save your teeth with safe natural holistic dentistry. We offer general dental services such as cleanings, checkups and emergencies. Safe appropriate amalgam removal. Metal-free crowns, bridges and dentures.Non-surgical gum treatment. Holistic extractions.

HOLISTIC VETERINARIAN

FELDENKRAIS METHOD®

BEAR CREEK VETERINARY ALTERNATIVES

FELDENKRAIS® METHOD

Classes, Individual Lessons and Workshops.

Bonnie Kissam, M.A. At Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 941-360-2248 Bonnie@FeldenkraisInSarasota.com

7509 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota 941-312-6825 BearCreekSarasota.com

Movement with attention is the Feldenkrais Method®’s approach to improve posture and create more harmonious, efficient ways of moving. Through heightened awareness to the flow of movement, clients optimize their musical, athletic or natural everyday movements, and improve abilities after an injury, illness or trauma. Benefits go beyond the physical.

Visit: FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

FENG SHUI BRIGHT LIFE AKA FENG SHUI SARASOTA

Kathy Keh, Classical Feng Shui Consultant 2135 Siesta Drive, Sarasota 941-366-8113 www.BrightLife-USA.com

Kathy Keh is a Classical Feng Shui Consultant who specializes in commercial and residential properties, existing and new construction. She also offers Advanced Feng Shui Consultation Certification Training on behalf of the Wu Ji Academy, Europe’s premier teaching institution for Classical Feng Shui Consultants formally recognized by the Chinese Institute of Classical Feng Shui in Beijing, China.

THE FENG SHUI CURE

Steve Kodad, CFSP, CFSRE 941-720-4480 www.TheFengShuiCure.com

Come relax, be pampered and leave feeling beautiful inside and out. Have a green experience from head to toe at Sarasota’s premier natural salon & boutique. We focus on natural beauty products.

Transform any environment into one that encourages success, good health, and great peace. Visit www.TheFengShuiCure.com for information on evaluations, seminars, and training in SW Florida.

Jaime Gonzalez DVM, CVA, is coowner of this specialty practice. He is a holistic care expert and his approach to veterinary care combines 22 years of conventional, emergency medicine and alternative modalities.

EQUINE SUPPLEMENTS WELLPRIDE

727 Commerce Dr, Venice, FL 34242 866-840-4811 Wellpride.com

Wellpride Omega-3 fish oil (EPADHA) for horses. Immune System • Respiratory Protection • Greater Endurance • Joint Flexibility • Better Fertility • Muscle Recovery • Hoof Integrity • Stomach Protection • Coat Sheen

HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS OMEGA3 INNOVATIONS

727 Commerce Dr, Venice, FL 34242 866-840-4811 Omega3Innovations.com

Omega Cure® – Ultra-fresh, pure omega-3 cod liver oil. The result is impressive: our customers tell us they experience lowered triglyceride levels and relieved joint pains.

JIN SHIN JYUTSU® SUNCOAST JIN SHIN JYUTSU

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

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NATURAL PET FOOD

MANICURE/PEDICURE

HOLISTIC FOR PETS

BLISS SALON

5531 Palmer Crossing Ci, Sarasota 941-923-1287 BlissSalonSRQ.com

Come relax, be pampered and leave feeling beautiful inside and out. Have a green experience from head to toe at Sarasota’s premier natural salon & boutique. We focus on natural beauty products.

MASSAGE THERAPY

Valerie Clows 713 Honore Ave, Sarasota, 941-378-4367 8728 SR 70, 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.

Bich Mai Massage BICH MAI MASSAGE NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED

MA 0025928 Will meet or beat all competitor pricing.

1219 East Ave, Suite 202, Sarasota New Client Special 941-724-9992

NUTRITION

LICENSED NUTRITION COUNSELOR

Eve Prang Plews, LIC NC333 Full Spectrum Health, Inc. 3 Massages for $100 (regular price $65-75) each Bispham Road Sarasota, FL 2106 Customized massage to fit your 941-952-1200 • M-Fri 9-5, Sat10-2 needs.

Specializing in sports • Customized Massage to Fit Your Needs FullSpectrumHealth.com massage.

Available evenings & • Specializing in Sports Massage

HOLISTIC HEALTH CLINIC & STORE. Superior Supplements by Xymogen and more. Professional • Medical Insurance Accepted Grade Homeopathics by Newton.

941-724-9992 Essential Oils by Oil Lady and Wind Licensed Massage Therapist MA 0025928 1219 East Ave, Suite 202, Sarasota, FL 34239 River Organic Skin Care by RAINDROP TECHNIQUE Éminence.

CAROL FORREST, LMT weekends. client 3 alleviate pain • Works onNew all levels of special athletics-to and prevent injury massages for $100.

cccforrest1@gmail.com 941-266-5771

The Raindrop technique uses the amazing power of essential oils (which are dispensed in small, rain-like drops) to bring the body back into structural and electrical alignment.

THE OM SHOPPE & SPA

4801 S. Tamiami Tr. Sarasota 941-706-3257 www.theOMshoppeandspa.com

OM Energy Day Spa. Om Sound Wave Fusion, Hot Himalayan Salt/ Cold Marble, Steamed Thai Herbal Ball, Four Hand, Chakra Clearing, & Integrated Energy Therapy. Complimentary with all treatments- organic products, color light and sound wave therapy and Amethyst Biomat.

NATURAL FOOD

415 S. Pineapple Ave Sarasota, FL 34236 941-554-4292, Starflower.com

Starflower Organic Spathecary offers an extensive line of superfoods and herbal medicinals with disease protocols. We offer a Holistic Wellness consultation for detoxification, which is a comprehensive multi-organ, totalbody cleansing and natural detoxification program. It includes reducing toxin intake, enhancing toxin elimination, and using specific detoxification herbs and other supportive dietary supplements to strengthen and promote optimum function of the organs. Mon- Fri, 10-5pm Sat 11-4

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.

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

STARFLOWER ORGANIC SPATHECARY

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.

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ORGANIC BABY CLOTHES UPSCALE BABIES

1735A Fruitville Rd 34236 941-552-8500 upscalebabies.com

Our store carries made in the US 100% organic baby clothes made of bamboosa (grown right here in the US).

We offer Kee - Ka(an organic cotton), organic Boba wraps(bamboo), local artisan’s such as Fiona’s Fairies, Coast 2 Coast Threads, and Erna. Educational books and games coming soon.

Pre-made gift baskets available as well.

PEST CONTROL GOOD NEWS PEST SOLUTIONS Dean Burnside, President Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice 941-371-1311 GoodNewsPestSolutions.com

Go Green Plus 3 • Pest Control, Termite Control • Rodent Proofing and Trapping • Bat and Bird Exclusion • Mosquito and Mole Suppression • Bed Bug Control • Residential and Commercial.

PET SUPPLIES HOLISTIC FOR PETS

Valerie Clows 713 Honore Ave, Sarasota, 941-378-4367 8728 SR 70, 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.

PILATES THE PILATES BODY & GYROTONIC STUDIO

1071 S Tuttle Ave Ste 2, Sarasota, FL 941-955-5533 PilatesSRQ.com

A fully equipped movement center utilizing Pilates, GYROTONIC® & GYROKINESIS® Methods in small group classes, duets or one on one training.

PSYCHIC MEDIUM REVEREND LOIS CHENEY

928-300-2030 Sarasota-Psychic-Medium.com RevLois@gmail.com

Contacts Guides, Angels, Loved Ones, Past Lives. Cord Removal, Healing with Sound & Color. Chakra Balancing. Home or Office Clearing. Clinical Hypnosis for Habit Change. Psychic Parties!

RECONNECTION® THE RECONNECTION AND RECONNECTIVE HEALING® ®

Laura Mahoney, Practitioner and Yoga Teacher 561-306-9712 SarasotaHealer.com AngelWingsYoga.com

Laura shares Dr. Eric Pearl’s energy healing for the body, mind and spirit.

She also offers private and group yoga.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS

VETERINARIAN

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING

ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER

Sarasota

3646 Birky Street, Sarasota 941-954-4771 SRQVet.com

Rev. Karen Wolfson 3145 South Gate Circle (Tuttle@Siesta Dr.) 941-927-6212 CSLSarasota.com

Dr. Anne Luther has over 25 years experience in conventional medicine and alternative therapies such as acupuncture and homeopathy. “We treat your pet like our own!”

YOGA ROSEMARY COURT YOGA

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810 Central Ave, Sarasota 941-952-5280 RosemaryCourt.com

5041 Ringwood Meadow, G2, Sarasota CosmicCenterOfSpiritualLight.com 941-371-9333

Embracing the New Paradigms of our Awakening Consciousness. A place of Knowledge,Wisdom, Healing and Comfort. Please visit our website at CCOSL.com for more information.

SHAMANIC PRACTICES SPIRITUAL COUNSELOR, SHAMANIC AND REIKI PRACTICES Rev. Zan Benham, BSL, BS, 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.

SWIMMING SCHOOLS BODY-MIND AQUATICS SWIM SCHOOL Sarasota, Fl 941-981-1200 info@bodymindswimming.com www.BodyMindAquatics.com

Enjoy Sarasota’s holistic swim school’s healthier hydrogen peroxide pool. NO-TEARS Survival Safety Swim, childpaced, fun, individualized small classes of 3-4. Overcome fears. 6 months-adults.

FREE EVALUATIONS.

SKIN CARE SPA DE VRIES

3534 S. Osprey Ave, Sarasota 941-706-1157 DevriesCollection@comcast.net

Customized advanced skin care for all skin types. Specializing in custom facials, DermaSweep - exfoliation, Dermaplane and light therapy.

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STARFLOWER ORGANIC SPATHECARY 415 S. Pineapple Ave Sarasota, FL 34236 941-554-4292 Starflower.com

Fresh, food-grade, organic skin care made in small batches, including medicinal - grade essential oils. We specialize in anti-aging for mature skin, rosacea, and acne. Visit our boutique and Spathecary Mon - Fri 105pm and Sat 11-4pm

Rosemary Court Yoga in downtown Sarasota offers all styles & levels of yoga classes including Beginner, Hatha, Pre & Postnatal, Iyengar, Restorative, Vinyasa, Power, Senior, Kundalini, Kripalu, and more. Come visit our welcoming and tranquil space.

GARDEN OF THE HEART YOGA

2888 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota. Near Tuttle 941-341-9781 GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com

ECKANKAR

Explore Eckankar at eckankar.org, call 941.358.325 or on Facebook: EckankarInSarasota

Eckankar gives practical ways for people to have real spiritual experiences—even the ultimate experience of God—in this very lifetime.

RISING TIDE INTERNATIONAL

5102 Swift Rd, Sarasota RisingTideInternational.org Universal Worship: Sunday 10:30am

REFLEX ARTS DANCE & YOGA STUDIO

Interfaith and interspiritual classes, seminars, retreats and worship/service. Core offerings are rooted in the teachings of Universal Sufism. Founder: Shahabuddin David Less,Senior TeacherSufi Order International.

UNITY OF SARASOTA

Rev. Elizabeth Thompson 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota 941-955-3301 UnityOfSarasota.com

Alignment-based hatha yoga for all ages and abilities. Classes are taught progressively, building from one week to the next each month, so you can access more poses with ease, according you your level. Gentle Yoga, Meditation, Vinyasa, Mixed Levels, Kirtan, Restorative Yoga, Chair Yoga, Workshops, and Teacher Training. Open 7 days a week.

Drop-ins welcome.

6260 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd 941-359-YOGA (9642) ReFLEXarts.com

ReFLEX offers it all: from chair yoga to aerial yoga, from ballet to Zumba, from meditation & journaling classes to massage services! Honor your mind, body & spirit today. All ages and skill levels welcome.

YOGA SRQ

Unity is an extremely positive approach to life, seeking to accept the good in people and all of life. God is seen as having many attributes, but most important that God is LOVE.

Robyn Marin, RYT 5900 S Tamiami Tr, Sarasota 941-955-4777 YogaSRQ.com

Sarasota’s Vinyasa Flow Power Yoga Studio. Gentle, Restorative & Laughter yogaSRQ Yoga too! We’ve moved!

Beautiful new studio at 5900 S. Tamiami Tr. 1.5 Miles from Siesta Key/Next to Simon’s Coffee House. Yoga SRQ, a studio offering a full schedule of classes. We have what you wantearly mornings-evenings.Vinyasa Flow Yoga for all levels, Gentle Yoga, Yoga Rx, Donation based Family Yoga, Workshops and Retreats.

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