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Contents 26 THE ROOTS OF GOOD HEALTH

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Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet

30 MEATLESS MAKEOVER

A Plant-Based Spin on Classic Dishes

34 VEGAN FITNESS

A Healthy Choice for Body and Planet

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36 COLD-BUSTERS Natural Remedies for Kids

42 LIVING IN

SYNCHRONICITY

The Power of Meaningful Coincidence

44 CBD’S

NEW FRONTIER

Help for Mental Health

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QUANDARY

A Fresh Look at Pet Food

DEPARTMENTS 12 news briefs 24 health briefs 30 conscious

eating 34 fit body 36 healthy kids 42 inspiration

44 healing ways 47natural pet 48 calendar 52 classifieds 56 resource guide

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arch ushers in the newness of spring. This month, with its fresh blooms and crisp breezes, makes everything around us feel more spirited and alive. The bright colors in nature reflect the warmth of this season—pastel blues, vibrant greens and sunlit yellows.

The hours stretch longer, and the outdoors beckon to adventurers, beach combers and even spring breakers. This time of year is all the more enticing here in Florida since the weather has not yet reached peak humidity, and there are tons of opportunities to energize our senses, move our bodies, invest in our wellness and absorb that Vitamin D. This month’s issue of Natural Awakenings is all about radiating the beauty of this season, so let’s take a glimpse inside!

Our feature article for March is “Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet,” and spring is the ideal time to embrace the health and environmental benefits of this lifestyle. With an abundance of seasonal produce like carrots, apricots, spinach, avocados, fennel and asparagus, it’s both simple and delicious to introduce more fruit- and vegetable-forward meals into your diet. Whether you choose to follow a vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian or flexitarian plan, this article breaks down all the reasons why boosting your intake of these nutrient-dense foods can transform your health and do wonders for the planet.

While on the subject of plant-based nutrition, if you are new to this diet and still crave steak-and-potatoes comfort food at the dinner table, this month’s “Conscious Eating” article will show you the basics of creating plant-based versions of classic meaty recipes. By experimenting with diverse textures, ingredients, aromatics and flavor profiles, many vegan chefs can turn even the staunchest of carnivores into produce aficionados—and after reading this article, you just might be able to do the same!

A common question that many people have when considering a plant-based lifestyle is, “Will I consume enough protein if I reduce or eliminate meat?” As an answer to this, our “Fit Body” article delves into the concept of vegan fitness and how plant-based athletes fuel their bodies with the right sources of protein to build muscle, sustain exertion and maximize their overall performance. In fact, as this article points out, some of the most recognizable names in sports, like New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and tennis champion Venus Williams, follow a plant-based regimen and confirm it makes them stronger.

Well, readers—this is a season of new possibilities, fresh starts and vibrant changes. So, if you feel empowered to make the shift toward a healthier lifestyle, the area of nutrition is an easy place to begin, and this issue is chock-full of ideas for motivation and inspiration.

Let us know about the wellness initiatives you’re making, and send us an email at Publisher@NASRQ.com. We are so grateful for your continued feedback and support!

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Elysian Fields Offers Oxygen Therapy

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ven at sea level, oxygen treatments are beneficial.

Whether you deal with chronic fatigue, pain, disease or stress, oxygen therapy goes a long way. There is nothing new about this treatment modality. In the 1900s, a form of oxygen therapy called “hyperbaric” was used with divers to remedy decompression illness. It has since become a treatment for strokes, embolisms, crush injuries, diabetic infections and more.

In the late ‘90s, oxygen treatments became mainstream. Popular in destination locales and areas of elevation, oxygen bars and lounges are used by athletes and seniors, as well as those seeking relief from specific ailments. Oxygen treatments vary from five to 20 minutes, and in some cases, even an hour.

The Oxygen Bar at Elysian Fields offers 10 minutes for $10. As an option, there are also five aromatherapies to choose from, and each aroma has benefits or attributes to enhance the overall therapy. For an uplifting experience that boosts circulation, lemongrass can be infused into the oxygen. Lavender balances the physical and emotional aspects of being, and eucalyptus promotes concentration and assists with respiratory function. Bergamot is ideal for digestion and fights infection, while grapefruit assists in mood balancing, metabolic function, and has both anti-microbial and antibacterial properties.

Even if you choose just a basic Oxygen Treatment, you can enjoy relaxation, increased focus and awareness with more energy. While seated in the comfortable chairs at Elysian Fields, you can read a book, listen to a musical or meditative CD through headphones, or sit with your eyes closed. Decreased stress and anxiety are at the top of the list of added benefits, as well as alleviated sinus and headache discomfort.

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“Consider the Possibility” at Inquire Within Goddess Shoppe

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re you ready to unplug from paradigms and belief systems and experience yourself as an untethered, sovereign individual? Do you want to feel empowered to follow your inner authority and higher self rather than following a guru or group?

Could it be that we are all meant to relate to each other as a collection of individuals and not morph into a collective that dissolves personal boundaries, at least not in this dimension? We all originate from source and might be aware of the Law of One, but we are currently experiencing a reality that requires us to engage our individual free will and make challenging personal choices.

Are you ready to question everything humanity has been told about our reality, history, religion, government, healthcare, environment, planet, ascension and magic? Are you open to considering and discussing all possibilities to make personal choices with discernment rather than indoctrination? Then, you are invited to join others who long to do the same. 2020 is the year to see the world with more clarity.

Join Inquire Within Goddess Shoppe for our series “Consider the Possibility.” We will meet one Saturday a month, and topics and dates can be found in the calendar section.

Our first gathering is scheduled for March 28, 11a.m. to 1 p.m., on the topic of magic.

New location: 1653 5th St., Sarasota. Cost: $20. For more information and to RSVP, call 941330-9274 or email Susan@TheGoddessShoppe.net.

Acclaimed Poet Linda Albert Releases New Collection of Works

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inda Albert has just published a poetry collection titled Charting the Lost Continent: Poetry and Other Discoveries. Her earliest publications date back to the 1960s, when her poems appeared in McCall’s Magazine and The Wall Street Journal. In the decades since, her work has been published internationally and recognized with numerous awards.

Now at the age of 82, she considers her most recent book “right on time,” and reviewers agree. New York Times bestselling author Carol Gino says the book is “filled with feminine strength and power—a deep dive into the secret places in Everywoman’s heart,” and author Miriam Pedersen advises, “Read Charting the Lost Continent, knowing you can follow its map to find a way to love this fleeting life.”

Albert’s poetry is influenced by her interest in the universal themes, life passages and shifting roles of contemporary humans. “We find ourselves at a point in history where both men and women are not only talking about, but collectively working toward empowerment of feminine principles, self-acceptance and equality. I have always believed poetry has the potential to act as a reflective mirror and catalyst for personal growth and positive societal change. Though progress has been made, I’m glad to participate in the current global movement toward this much needed partnership between all of life,” she explains.

Charting the Lost Continent: Poetry and Other Discoveries is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble or your local bookseller. For more information, visit LindaAlbert.net.

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Point Luminex Is Now Offering NAD+: The Anti-Aging Molecule

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AD stands for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, a coenzyme commonly found in living creatures—especially humans. A coenzyme is needed by the body in order for enzymes in cells to work. It is involved in critical bodily processes and, most importantly, energy metabolism.

NAD+ is the cornerstone to maintaining healthy internal organs, brain and nervous system.

Adding NAD+ via IV Therapy or IM Injection can “bio-hack” the body into functioning better on a molecular level, and possibly defend against future maladies. NAD+ works by turning nutrients into ATP, the energy currency of each cell.

Then, it aligns with the proteins to carry out essential biological processes such as DNA repair, mitochondrial function, chromosomal integrity, gene expression, epigenetic modifications, calcium signaling and post-translational modifications.

Some of the proteins that regulate these processes are called “sirtuins” which promote cell health including cellular resistance to stressful conditions and aging. Sirtuins require NAD+ to function.

However, NAD+ is reduced and converted to NADH once it transports electrons, so our bodies need to continually synthesize NAD+. Herein lies the dilemma—our bodies produce less and less NAD+ as we age, and that’s where Point Luminex comes in!

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Matt Kahn 2020 Awaken Tour Coming to Sarasota

Anti-Aging with Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna Seminar

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n April 17, 7–9 p.m., and April 18, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., best-selling author and highly-attuned empathic healer Matt Kahn will appear at Unity of Sarasota as part of the Awaken 2020 Tour. These powerful group healing events will feature the heart-centered and often hilarious insights, energetic activations and integration practices that have made Kahn one of the most celebrated spiritual teachers of our time.

Each gathering will also contain its own unique themes, teachings and frequency channels to uplift the vibration of the city and those in attendance. Join Kahn for one event or take a deeper dive with both. He will be available to sign copies of his latest book The Universe Always Has A Plan following each event. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this living, breathing experience of unconditional love. Livestream access is also available for those who are unable to attend in person.

n March 13, 1 p.m., Dr. Anna Baker, DOM, will present a seminar on Pearl Cream

by Dr. Anna, her revolutionary anti-aging serum made from real pearls and Chinese herbs without any preservatives.

Pearls contain amino acids that retighten muscles and slowly return the face to its younger look with daily use. These amino acids are sensitive and destroyed by chemical preservatives which is the reason other commercially available pearl creams don’t provide these results. Dr. Anna will show photographed results of people of all different ages. Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna is also available as a muscle tightening body lotion, men’s anti-aging line and sports performance line.

Location: 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota. For more information and to obtain tickets, visit MattKahn.org/Events. To access the livestream, visit MattKahn.org/Livestream.

Location: 2721 Mall Dr., Sarasota. Hours: Monday–Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 941-921-2662 or visit PearlCreamByDrAnna.com.

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Season for Nonviolence Celebration

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he Center for Spiritual Living Cultural Coast (CSLCC) invites our community to celebrate the twenty-second annual Season for Nonviolence (SNV).

Established in 1998 by Arun Gandhi, Mahatma Gandhi’s grandson, SNV is a celebration of the philosophies and lives of Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. Today, Gandhi co-chairs the SNV with Rev. Michael Bernard Beckwith of Agape International Spiritual Center. The Season for Nonviolence runs until April 4, spanning the memorial anniversaries of these two crusaders for peace.

In this spirit, CSLCC welcomes John Stringer on March 8. From Atlanta, Georgia, he travels extensively as a teacher, speaker, billboard charting singer-songwriter, healer, and author with a passion for music. Stringer will be available for private channeled healing sessions, and will perform an intimate evening House Concert.

On March 15, Rev. Cindy Grimes of CSL Ocala, Circle-Up Center for Practical Peace Building and River Phoenix Center for Peace Building will offer a preview of their March 28–29 workshop called “Circle-Up for Peace.” Learn how the universal, ancient practice of coming together in circles can be used to foster greater connection, build community, enhance emotional resilience, facilitate personal healing and restore relationships.

Continuing to promote local talent, CSLCC will also showcase singer-songwriters Elaine Silver on March 1, Len Seligman on March 15, Mindy Simmons on March 22 and Emily Ross March 29. All Sunday Gatherings start at 11 a.m. in the Sarasota Garden Club.

Location: 1131 Blvd. of the Arts, Sarasota. For more information, visit CSLCulturalCoast.org or follow Center of Spiritual Living Cultural Coast on Facebook.

The Spirit University Holistic Health Expo

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ormation and education about wellness and connection to others can be difficult to sift through. The Spirit University invites you to discover the knowledge to make healthier choices at our fourth annual “Ah-Ha! Holistic Expo” on March 21, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Alternative Health: These series of lectures by will cover different treatments and modalities. Get your questions answered on various alternative health practices such as “How to Prevent Age Related Disease” which is backed by medical science and proven results.

Connecting to Nature: We are not separate from the natural world—we are of it.

However, we tend to lose sight of the importance of all the wonders and abundance nature gives us. These series of lectures can help reclaim that connection through topics such as “Stepping into the Wisdom of Trees,” among others.

Eating for Heath: You are what you eat—these words never rang truer as science has uncovered more about how diet is crucial to a healthy body and mind. Nutritionists and experts will present on topics such as “Herbs and their Benefits to the Body” to help you make informed decisions next time you are at the grocery store.

Bodies in Motion: Along with a nutritious diet, health also requires exercise, but this doesn’t have to include a two-hour intense workout each day. Everyone has their own physical limitations, even some athletes. Learn to work with your body’s natural flow to incorporate exercise into your routine with interactive demonstrations on Tai Chi Dance.

Location: 373 Braden Ave., Sarasota. For more information or to reserve a vendor booth, call 941-954-3200, email Light@VictoriaAckerman.com or visit TheSpiritU.com.

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Exclusive to Re3 Healing: SaltFacial™ Skin Renewal Therapy

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ecause skin is our largest organ, taking care of it should be more of a priority than most of us realize. We are blessed with sunshine here in Southwest Florida; however, with that comes the sun’s aging effects, which we all need to combat. Fine lines, hyperpigmentation, melasma, and dull and aging skin are real issues, but Re3 Healing has a solution, and it begins with salt.

Acclaimed for centuries for its natural healing properties, sea salt draws out impurities in the skin and balances alkaline levels. The SaltFacial™ exfoliation procedure, which is the first step in our threestep renewal therapy, uses natural sea salt to create smoother, tighter and healthier skin, while preparing it at the cellular level for topical formulations.

Step two uses ultrasound technology to safely deliver enriching and hydrating topicals deep into the skin to accelerate healing. The final step then uses LED phototherapy to improve the appearance of pigmented and vascular lesions and promote collagen production naturally. This treatment is safe and effective for all skin types, and it is also effective for acne and rosacea. If you want healthy and radiant skin, this is the ideal treatment to incorporate into your current skincare regimen.

Re3 Healing now offers introductory pricing until the end of March. For more information, call 941-893-2688 or visit Re3Healing.com.

Kid Potential: Local Holistic Education for Successful Students

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id Potential is a fantastic resource for stimulating education.

The KP cognitive skills trainers create an atmosphere of love and fun, while offering holistic education that addresses individual needs. KP builds on strengths and raises self-esteem because it’s important to increase confidence so that learners really believe in themselves. Students can overcome learning disabilities such as ADHD/ ADD, dyslexia and speech difficulties, and KP is open to working with people of all ages who want to increase their thinking abilities.

KP is one of only 500 providers of the nationally researched programs PACE and Master the Code—dynamic, proven training methods that strengthen underlying brain skills. The goal of PACE and Master the Code is to build brain-based learning skills until students reach or exceed age appropriate levels. Students who complete the program can read, write, and spell, fluently. The results at KP are dramatic, and typically, our students increase their reading level by four years in 60–72 hours of individual instruction.

Trainers use a natural and healthy approach to education for both children and adults by using several different methods.

For example, one tool used is the metronome, where the aspect of rhythm is used to increase the flow of brainwave activity.

Research and our own experience prove that students who feel supported and loved in a fun learning environment tend to demonstrate the highest success rates. KP now offers free cognitive testing as well.

Locations: 2477 Stickney Point Road, #303B, Sarasota, and 7345 International Place, #109, Sarasota (Lakewood Ranch).

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Dr. Anna’s Acupuncture Facelift Seminar

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n March 18, 2 p.m., Dr. Anna Baker, DOM and founder of Faces by Dr. Anna, will present a seminar on her unique muscle tightening acupuncture face and necklift procedure. Muscles lose their tone gradually as a person ages which leads to the face slowly becoming larger and the expression becoming droopier. Dr. Anna’s technique three-dimensionally retightens the muscles over a series of treatments. The eyes become wider, cheeks become higher, jawlines become firmer, lips become fuller and all the details of a younger face return. Dr. Anna has a database of over 700 people, and she will show photographed results on people of various ages.

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

Location: 2721 Mall Dr., Sarasota. For more information and to make seminar reservations, call 941-921-2662. To view before-and-after photos, visit FacesByDrAnna.com. If you cannot attend the seminar, Dr. Anna also offers free consultations.

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Yoga Therapy Is Effective for Mental Health

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ccording to the Global Burden of Disease report, from 1990 to 2017, anxiety disorder doubled from 20% to over 40% in the U.S. The World Health Organization notes that unrecognized mental disorders account for more disabilities than all other illnesses, but few people recognize and seek help for mental health until symptoms are chronic and severe.

Lifetime rates for mental illness in the U.S. are at 50%—one in four people have one or more episodes, and incidences increase with age. Chronic mental stress is now correlated to physical disease breakdown, as well as dementia and Alzheimer’s risk. Much is discussed about depression, but twice as many people live with the stress of untreated anxiety disorder.

This data indicates that mental disorders are so common that they need to become an essential focus of global health. Medications and psychotherapy are the prevailing treatments. However, the integrated holistic treatment of yoga therapy for balancing the mind and body, an ancient prescription for centuries, has been found effective by numerous studies in combination with psychiatric treatments—or for milder cases, alone.

How can yoga therapy help the more than 970 million people globally with clinical anxiety disorder, and the other 792 million living mental disorders such as depression, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, eating disorders, substance abuse or schizophrenia? The National Institute of Health reports that yoga therapy can help those with disordered psychological reactions in five specific ways: • • • • •

Induces deep rest and a calming effect on stress reflexes in the body and mind.

Increases awareness of the physical symptoms when mental imbalance begins.

Bolsters the attention span and ability to concentrate, so function and control improves.

Enhances acceptance and adaptability in order to choose healthier lifestyle habits.

Provides the skills to develop a sense of safety and stability, not dependent on others or favorable events.

Only 10 states in the U.S. require healthcare professionals to have mental health training.

It’s time to find a yoga therapist and start the journey to balance. Empowered 2 Wellness Yoga Therapy of Sarasota provides free consultations by appointment and private sessions.

Location: 1219 East Ave., Ste. 104, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-316-6893.

Meditation and Neurofeedback

By Gregg Sledziewski and Heather Boreske editation is a non-invasive approach to bring the mind back in balance with the body and spirit. Tons of scientific research has been released in regards to the many benefits of meditation. Some of those benefits are: increased immune function, regulates mood and anxiety disorders, decreases depression and thoughts of hopelessness, reduces symptoms of panic disorders, helps reduce alcohol and substance abuse, improves decision making skills and resilience, & helps manage ADHD. Often times, people give up too soon when trying meditation because they cannot get the mind to calm down. The idea of meditation is not to calm the mind, it is to be aware of what the mind is doing. The more aware we are, the more we can “see” the nature of the mind and use the tools of the breath and body to ease the mind, which in turn decreases anxiety and frustration. When we come to this place, we often hear this called rest and digest, our parasympathetic nervous system can rest and we allow the body to come of out of fight or flight, or the sympathetic nervous system. It is in this place of ease that true healing begins.

The advantage of adding neuroscience to mindfulness and meditation techniques is that mental training can be accomplished in a shorter time, working directly with the brain’s inherent neuroplasticity. Our neurofeedback training acts as a mental compass, showing the way into states that can be difficult to reach without guidance. After some practice, you can get there on your own.

Presently, The Brain Wave Center has partnered with Nurturing Sol Healing Arts exploring different types of meditation to help ease your nervous system and bring your awareness back to the body and breath. Participants may choose to utilize neurofeedback training in conjunction with meditation or practice meditation alone. Our next class is scheduled for March 18, 2020 and more information can be found in the Calendar of Events section.

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Music and Messages, a Concert and Metaphysics at Sarasota Center of Light

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arasota Center of Light is excited to announce that Music and Messages has returned. Tony Lavorgna and Janie Boisclair, the Saint Tone Duo, will perform in concert, and Metaphysical Spirituality classes will be offered too.

International medium Richard Schoeller will be at both Sunday Celebrations on March 1, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., offering the Spiritual Talk and Spirit Messages at the 7 p.m. service. Then, on March 8, 7 p.m., Music and Messages will take place.

Sam Lane, will tickle the ivories, while mediums give Spirit Messages between them.

The Saint Tone Duo, Tony Lavorgna and Janie Boisclair will offer an Energize Your Vibes Keynote Concert on March 28, 7 p.m. The duo will perform original music which can make a difference in how their audiences think, feel and live.

In terms of classes, Rev. Jim Toole will offer “Always Do Your Best” on March 3, “The Four Agreements” on March 4, and “Intro to Metaphysical Spirituality” on March 17. Other classes in March will be “Intro to Healing” with Rev. Lisa Johnson on March 10, “Exploring the Spiritual Laws” with Jeff Rosenthal on March 24, and “Personal Responsibility” with Rev. Phyllis Lambert on March 31.

Check the NA calendar and our website for details, costs and locations of these events and others that are scheduled. Join us for services, education programs, events, visiting mediums and musical events throughout the year.

Do you experience any of the following medical conditions?

• Anxiety • Cancer/Chemotherapy • Chronic Pain • Crohn’s Disease/IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) • Depression • Glaucoma • Hepatitis C • HIV/AIDS • Lou Gehrig’s Disease/ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) • Multiple Sclerosis (MS) • Parkinson’s Disease (including Early-Onset) • PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) • Rheumatoid Arthritis What is a Medical Marijuana Evaluation?

It is a process that is mandatory the state of Florida. It is 30 minute on average and will require you to answer a few different questions in regards to your medical condition. Following your medical evaluation, Dr. Boyle will decide whether or not you are a suitable candidate, and accordingly issue you a medical marijuana recommendation. $25 off Medical Marijuana Evaluation!

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Toning sessions help to diminish cellulite, tone the body and tighten the skin.

Toning is effective for the face, neck and cleavage areas because it reduces the look of crepe-y skin. Our treatments are neither painful nor invasive. Sessions average about 40 minutes, and there is no downtime, so you can even come in during a lunch break or before or after a workout.

Why should you pick Cryoskin at Cryo Studio Sarasota? Besides New York, where the Cryoskin headquarters are located, we are the only location in the Eastern United States that has a Master Elite Certified trainer on-staff. This means you will not find any other studio with more knowledge and experience for your treatments than Cryo Studio Sarasota.

Visit our website and read the reviews—we’re so confident you’ll love your results that we offer $100 off your first body treatment or $50 off a facial just for coming in to learn more and trying one of our Cryoskin™ treatments.

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Special Nutrition Levels Up Its Gluten-Free Game

by Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer

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n January 2020, a certain gluten-free bakery—the only one of its kind here in Sarasota—closed its doors on Stickney Point Road after 14 years in business.

While this was likely a source of disappointment for the Sarasota residents who frequented this bakery, it was the start of a new campaign for Louise Mastro, the owner of Special Nutrition.

Located next-door to the former bakery, Mastro had long partnered with its staff to provide her own customers with gluten-free breads, pastries and desserts. So she embarked on a round-the-clock mission to find a new bakery replacement— one that offered scratch made gluten-free products with the use of only vegan and natural ingredients in a dedicated environment without any cross-contamination from allergens such as nuts and soy.

This tireless search introduced Mastro to HaleLife Bakery, a local establishment in St. Petersburg which is unique to Southwest Florida in that no cross-con22

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tamination whatsoever can be found there.

HaleLife’s owner Laura McCutcheon and her son Taylor were both diagnosed with celiac disease within just a year of each other—2009 and 2008, respectively.

Fueled by the desire and inspiration to serve her area’s celiac and gluten-free community who, like her son and herself, cannot digest a normal slice of wheat bread from the supermarket, McCutcheon opened HaleLife in 2017. Now three years later, this gluten-free bakery has the attention of Mastro and her customers. In fact, within just the first week of offering HaleLife products at Special Nutrition, the entire selection was sold-out.

This is further proof that Sarasota residents appreciate Mastro’s commitment to only partner with businesses who care about health and prioritize both the quality and safety of ingredients over the sheer convenience of mass-production. The vegan, scratch made, natural and allergysafe treats from this dedicated gluten-free

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bakery have earned a seal of approval from Special Nutrition’s three on-staff nutritional consultants too.

In addition to these new items in the store, the aisles of Special Nutrition continue to be stocked with an immense, diverse assortment of health foods, supplements and vitamins from the most reputable brands in the wellness industry. The prices are lower than customers will find at any similar establishment in Sarasota, as Mastro and her team always match the price if an item has been marked less expensive somewhere else.

Finally, true to the name “Special” Nutrition, if a certain product or brand cannot be found in store, then a staff member is more than willing to special order it for the customer and ship it anywhere in the continental United States. More than 19 years ago, Mastro created her business on the foundation of special orders which has remained a core tenet ever since. So whether those who visit Special Nutrition are in need of a supplement or in the mood for a gluten-free cupcake, one fact is certain—they came to the right place indeed.

Special Nutrition is located at 1882 Stickney Point Rd., Sarasota. The store hours are Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit SpecialNutrition.net.

Keto Crazy!

by Christina Captain, DAOM, MSAOM, MSHN, MA

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he “keto craze” seems to be on everyone’s radar these days. Keto dieting is touted to be a cure for elevated cholesterol, cancer, Type2 diabetes, menopausal symptoms and a host of other ailments. Bear in mind, the ketogenic diet is not new to medicine. Drug resistant epilepsy in children has been treated with the ketogenic diet for almost 100 years.

The ketogenic diet is defined as a meal plan with a low carbohydrate, moderate protein and higher fat focus. In theory, following a ketogenic diet helps the body utilize fat as a source of energy rather than glucose (sugar) from carbohydrates.

When there are not enough carbohydrates in the body as a source of energy, the body turns to fat, and this stage is called ketosis. Being in ketosis is essentially where the health benefits occur.

Most individuals utilize the ketogenic diet for accelerating weight loss; however, there are contraindications in certain disease groups. For example, patients with kidney disease should be cautious, as this kind of diet might worsen their condition. Both Type-1 and Type-2 diabetics, who are insulin dependent are also at risk for hypoglycemia during ketosis. In addition, a ketogenic diet can exacerbate kidney stones in individuals who are susceptible. If you fall into any of these categories, or are medically fragile, please discuss any plans to start a ketogenic diet with your primary care physician.

I absolutely agree with and support those who use the ketogenic diet to improve health, but I am concerned about individuals who primarily focus on losing weight and decreasing cholesterol numbers. These, in my opinion, are not the only metrics to be cognizant of. Markers of inflammation (the cause of all disease) and pH balance have an even greater importance in creating health and preventing disease.

I believe the keto diet is flawed because the standard Ameri-

can keto diet tends to consist of dairy products, like cheese and butter, and proteins, like bacon, beef, sausage, nuts, more cheese and more bacon. This type of keto diet—despite its success in weight loss and lowering cholesterol markers in blood—creates an inflamed and acidic environment. This is the type of environment responsible for disease.

Personally, I find that most keto “newbies,” who are usually on their own, do not incorporate enough greens or plants in general. More focus on plants as food creates a balanced and alkaline environment. Bodies that are less inflamed and more alkaline will age slower, have less pain and be less likely to have mutations at the cellular level (possible cancers).

The keto alkaline/green diet incorporates plants, healthier fats and proteins to achieve ketosis in a less inflamed and less acidic environment. For example, instead of the bacon and cottage cheese diet, the more optimal choice would be a Dijon crusted salmon with broccoli sautéed in olive oil and cauliflower rice for a side. The keto green diet is all about healthy plant options, while maintaining higher fat intake within each meal.

No matter your reason for starting the ketogenic diet, be sure to choose wisely and add more plants than other foods to your plan. This will likely ensure that your health span equals your life span—and that you might remain healthful until you die.

Remember to find help from professional sources because the information you will receive far surpasses what you will find on a Google search, and that dear reader, is priceless.

Dr. Christina Captain is nationally board-certified by the National Commission for Certification in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She is the lead practitioner at Sarasota Center for Acupuncture and Nutrition. Dr. Captain is also an expert Feng Shui practitioner and teacher who studied under Nancilee Wydra of the Feng Shui Institute of America, before originating her own style, Essential Balance Feng Shui. Since this discipline is a branch of Oriental Medicine, she often blends Feng Shui principles into her treatment plans. Her practice is located at 2650 Bahia Vista St., Suite 101, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-951-1119 or email DrCaptain@SarasotaCenterForAcupunctureAndNutrition.com.

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Practice Yoga to Help the Brain It’s long been known that vigorous, sweaty aerobics strengthen the brain and help grow new neurons, but the latest research from the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign shows that practicing gentle hatha yoga enhances many of those same brain structures and functions. The analysis, published in Brain Plasticity, examined 11 studies that used brain-imaging techniques to evaluate outcomes of hatha yoga, which involves body movements, meditation and breathing exercises. The researchers concluded that the hippocampus, which is involved in memory processing and typically shrinks with age, increased in volume with yoga. The amygdala, which helps regulate emotions, tends to be larger in yoga practitioners. Other brain regions that are larger or more efficient in enthusiasts are the prefrontal cortex, essential to planning and decision-making; the default mode network, involved in planning and memory; and the cingulate cortex, which plays a key role in emotional regulation, learning and memory.

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Researchers from Beijing Geriatric Hospital, in a meta-analysis of 12 studies involving 47,523 patients with cardiovascular disease, found that those that supplemented with folic acid (vitamin B9) reduced their risk of stroke by 15 percent. Folic acid, which the study authors called a “safe and inexpensive therapy,” lowers levels of homocysteine, an amino acid linked to heart disease; research indicates that 0.5 to 5 milligrams daily can reduce homocysteine levels by approximately 25 percent.

Drinking either not enough or too much water can decrease cognitive performance in older women, Penn State University researchers reported in the European Journal of Nutrition.

In a nationwide study, 1,271 women and 1,235 men over age 60 gave blood samples, answered questionnaires about the previous day’s food and drinks, and performed cognitive tests to measure working memory, brain processing speed and sustained attention. Women, but not men, performed more poorly if they were not in the “sweet spot” of just enough hydration, typically around two liters a day. “As we age, our water reserves decline due to reductions in muscle mass, our kidneys become less effective at retaining water and hormonal signals that trigger thirst and motivate water intake become blunted,” explains lead author Hilary Bethancourt, in urging greater attention to hydration levels.

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Catch Some Rays to Boost Gut Health Fresh evidence is emerging of a skin-gut axis that links type B ultraviolet (UVB) exposure to the microbiome, a finding that has implications for those suffering from autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. University of British Columbia researchers divided 21 healthy young women into two groups: Nine took vitamin D supplements during Vancouver’s long, dark winter, and 12 didn’t. After three months, only the non-supplement-takers tested as being deficient in vitamin D. Both groups were exposed to three, one-minute, fullbody UVB light sessions; within a week, vitamin D levels increased 10 percent on average and the gut microbiota diversity of the low-D group rose to match that of the sufficient-D group.

Along with other probiotic bacteria, Lachnospiraceae species, typically low in the guts of people with inflammatory diseases, increased with the UVB exposure.

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Cut Back on Sugar and Carbs to Improve Sleep Women that toss and turn at night might sleep better if they pass up sugary treats for fruit, suggests a new study from Columbia University.

Examining records of nearly 50,000 postmenopausal women in the Women’s Health Initiative, researchers found those that consumed a diet high in refined carbohydrates—particularly added sugars and processed grains—were more likely to develop insomnia. Women with a diet that included higher amounts of vegetables, fiber and whole fruit (not juice) were less likely to have trouble sleeping.

“When blood sugar is raised quickly, your body reacts by releasing insulin, and the resulting drop in blood sugar can lead to the release of hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which can interfere with sleep,” explains senior author James Gangwisch, Ph.D.

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Eliminate Back or Neck Pain Without Drugs, Injections or Risky Surgery

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r. Cifra brings to the Sarasota area an unparalleled ability to diagnose and treat spinal disc disorders using Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression. He received advance training in Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression in an exclusive award ceremony held at the national training center for Disc Centers of America.

This program is administered by the International Disc Education Association, Disc Centers of America, and the International Medical Advisory Board on Spinal Decompression. Certification through The International Medical Advisory Board on Spinal Decompression is obtained by physicians who demonstrate an exemplary level of excellence in the diagnosis and treatment of spinal disc disorders. Master status in Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression is an elite status, and is awarded to a handful of doctors each year.

This certification is considered the gold standard in training and research of the most effective options for treating spinal disc disorders such as bulging, herniated and degenerative disc, low back pain, neck pain, sciatica, numbness and tingling.

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It’s not a diet or a fad; it’s a way of life.

THE ROOTS OF GOOD HEALTH Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet W

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hether identifying as vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, flexitarian or other veggie-friendly variant, a growing number of Americans are moving away from meat products and toward plant-rich foods. Most come to a plant-based diet for personal, planetary or animal welfare reasons; however, they stay for the flavorful foods they discover along their dietary journey and the health benefits they reap.

Marly McMillen-Beelman was prescribed medications to alleviate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. “I knew I didn’t want to be on prescriptions, so I decided to change my diet, beginning by giving up meat, dairy and eggs. I immediately felt much better and my symptoms went away naturally,” says the Kansas 26

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City, Missouri, author of The Everything Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook and founder of Chopped Academy, an online resource for food bloggers. “Now I eat an even greater variety of food than I did before I went vegan.”

While only 3 percent of Americans identified as vegan and 5 percent as vegetarian in a recent Gallup Poll, a 2018 report by restaurant consultants Baum + Whiteman indicates that about 83 percent are eating more plant-based foods.

Embarking on a plant-based diet is a lifelong adventure, but it can take time to adjust. Experts recommend a healthy dose of self-love with the newfound fondness for fruits and veggies. “Give yourself some slack and realize that dietary changes do not happen overnight,” says

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April Murray, a registered dietician in Costa Mesa, California. “Start with familiar plant-based foods you already enjoy, and ease into trying new foods, whether tempeh or lentils.”

A plant-oriented diet also can be flexible; health advocates encourage individuals to find a diet that works for them and their families. Leah Webb, the Asheville, North Carolina, author of Simple and Delicious Recipes for Cooking with Whole Foods on a Restrictive Diet, has adapted her diet over time to accommodate her family’s health needs.

Although Webb has always maintained a plant-rich diet, she began incorporating some animal products when her son was born. “He had severe food allergies and asthma, and needed a more diverse

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diet,” explains Webb, whose daughter also has cystic fibrosis. Cutting out grains was a game-changer in “calming down his gut, where most of immune response lies,” says Webb. “He is now off asthma medication and the number of allergens he suffers from has dropped from seven to two.”

Webb’s family eats bountifully from their backyard garden, complemented by meat and produce from local farmers’ markets, where she can be certain the foods were produced sustainably and humanely.

“I use meat to flavor soups or accent vegetables, rather than as the star of the show.

I like to focus on real flavors, using lots of garlic, herbs and spices,” says Webb.

Murray, author of The Everything Pegan Diet Cookbook: 300 Recipes for Starting—and Maintaining—the Pegan Diet, follows that diet, a mash-up of paleo and vegan regimens that focuses on whole, fresh and sustainable food high in healthy fats and vitamins. The Pegan diet eschews refined sugar and highly processed foods, while allowing meat, poultry, fish and eggs, as well as gluten-free grains, legumes and dairy products in small amounts.

Start with familiar plant-based foods you already enjoy, and ease into trying new foods, whether tempeh or lentils. ~April Murray

“This diet can be helpful to different people in so many ways,” says Murray.

“For people with diabetes and blood sugar dysregulation, this high-fiber diet can help lower blood sugar and insulin levels.

Heart health will improve, as you’ll be eating less animal products, which can be high in cholesterol and saturated fat. Many individuals also find themselves losing unwanted weight as they get filled up so quickly with these whole foods.”

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While some worry about getting sufficient nutrients on a largely plant-based diet, nutrition experts say these fears are unfounded. “People think they need to calculate every nutrient, but if you eat a plant-centered,

whole-foods diet, you will get every vitamin and mineral you need to thrive,” says Ocean Robbins, co-founder of the Food Revolution Network and author of The 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your Body, Feel Great, and Transform Your World. Legumes, nuts and seeds are all healthy, abundant sources of protein and iron.

Reed Mangels, author of Your Complete Vegan Pregnancy: Your All-in-One Guide to a Healthy, Holistic, Plant-Based Pregnancy, busts the myth that cow’s milk is a must for growing bones. “Calcium, vitamin D and protein are the nutrients we usually associate with bone health. One easy way to get all three is a soy-based or pea protein-based plant milk that is fortified with calcium and vitamin D,” says Mangels, adding that green vegetables like kale, bok choy, collards and broccoli are great sources of calcium.

“‘Eating the rainbow’ is great way to make sure you’re consuming a variety of nutrients,” offers London-based Ben Pook, who co-authored the cookbook So Vegan in 5 with his partner Roxy Pope. “Many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants bring their own distinctive colors to fruits and vegetables, so preparing colorful meals is

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Getting Social

Dietary changes can be challenging to navigate initially, particularly when faced with social situations ranging from family gatherings to cohabitation. Having a good plan going into such situations can help ease the transition, say experts. “Never show up to an event hungry. You will be more likely to make a good decision if you are nourished. On the way there, remind yourself why you are making the transition to plant-based eating,” suggests Murray.

“I call myself a secular vegan because I don’t have a dogmatic approach to the way I eat. If I go to a family dinner and someone has made something special for me, but they used a non-vegan cheese, I will respect my family member’s effort and eat some of it. These situations will pop up from time to time, and the more you can be compassionate with yourself, the better,” says McMillen-Beelman.

“If you are living with people who are

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For families with kids, being flexible and inclusive can help make changes feel more positive and sustainable. “We never eat processed foods at home, but parties are that time I tell my kids they can eat

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whatever they want,” says Webb.

“Get your children involved, so that they are more engaged in the eating experience. Let your children pick out recipes or snacks for the week. Make the food look pretty and it will taste more satisfying,” adds Murray.

Plant Prep Made Easy

Plant-based chefs have plenty of kitchen hacks for making food prep and planning fun and easy. Robbins suggests finding go-to recipes to put on repeat. “Your prep time goes down a lot as you make the same dish, and the familiarity will help you develop lasting habits around new food patterns,” he says.

Webb incorporates a healthy protein, fat and vegetable into every meal, even breakfast, but cooks in batches and freezes portions or repurposes leftovers to simplify mealtimes. “You’ll get burned out if you try to cook something from scratch every meal,” says Webb. “We eat a lot of eggs because we raise chickens, so I’ll do baked frittatas I can reheat during the week.”

Advance meal prep can take the pressure off busy times like the weekday breakfast rush, adds Robbins. One of his favorite breakfasts involves soaking oats and chia seeds overnight, which he tops in the morning with some unsweetened soy or coconut milk, chopped banana, frozen blueberries, and a dash of maple syrup, vanilla and nutmeg. “It’s full of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, antioxidants and phytonutrients,” he says.

Webb encourages people to get out of their food comfort zones by experimenting with approximate ingredients, like swapping kabocha or honeynut squash for butternut squash.

Robbins also suggests making social connections with others on the same path by cooking them a meal, organizing a meal swap or sharing extras. “It’s not a diet or a fad; it’s a way of life. Start where you are and remember it’s not about perfection, it’s about progress. Have love, dignity and compassion toward yourself and others along the journey,” he says.

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

Are Your Teeth Making You Sick?

by Martina Mallery, DDS

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iological and holistic dentistry seeks to heal diseases that plague the oral cavity, and emergent science confirms that any disease of the mouth has systemic ramifications. To complicate the issue further, some mainstream dental procedures and materials are toxic for the body, and can lead to degenerative disease.

Among the toxic materials routinely used in dentistry is fluoride, a hormone disruptor, carcinogen and neurotoxin. The therapeutic effects of fluoride in tooth decay prevention are marginal at best, but toxicity of fluoride cannot be understated. A quick trip to International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine website will help you navigate scientific studies which confirm the far-reaching toxicity of fluoride.

Another material often handled incorrectly is mercury. Dental amalgam fillings are 50% mercury which off-gasses continually. As a result, mercury also passes through the epithelial cells of oral mucosa to contaminate the brain and other nearby anatomical structures.

Neurological dysfunctions that range from anxiety and depression, all the way to devastating Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, top an extensive list of serious health issues associated with chronic mercury exposure.

In fact, no organ system is spared when mercury bioaccumulates in the liver, gastroin-

testinal tract, lungs and kidneys. There are also pathogens like Epstein Bar or Lyme that can thrive in the presence of heavy metal. Other metal alloys used in dentistry, such as crowns, prosthetic framework or titanium implants, also have neurotoxic effects which undermine the immune system. The root cause of many chronic autoimmune conditions can be traced to heavy metal toxicity as well.

Some dental procedures also wreak havoc on the human body. One such example is root canal therapy which is performed when a tooth is dead or abscessed. The root canal system is cleansed and sealed, and the tooth is restored to its function. However, as it turns out, the root canal system is so complex that no matter how meticulous the dentist is, bacteria is left behind, and a chronic infection persists.

This drives the immune system into a perpetual state of emergency as bacterial toxins are circulated around the body. Fibromyalgia, arthritis or multiple sclerosis are just a few examples of autoimmune disease connected to a presence of dead teeth. Furthermore, the presence of dead teeth has also been linked to cancer as the immune system has been completely overwhelmed with a persistent infection.

Another problem is an incomplete tooth extraction. Unfortunately, dental schools do not teach the correct way to extract teeth.

There is an important additional step, without which the bone cannot fully regenerate, and the absence of this step results in so-called NICO lesions. NICO stands for neuralgia-inducing cavitational osteonecrosis of jaw bone.

This step is the removal of fibrous tissue called periodontal ligament. If this ligament is left in place, it acts as a barrier to bone cells and blood supply, resulting in chronic infection of that unhealed site. The immune system is again poised for a failure in its futile attempt to overcome the infection. Autoimmunity and cancer are often the unfortunate outcomes.

In fact, cancer and autoimmune disease treatment should be initiated by performing biological dental revision first and foremost.

Any practitioner who omits this critical step will waste their patients’ resources and precious time, as the root cause is not being identified nor addressed. Biological dental revision begins with removal of metal from the oral cavity. A typical biological dentist is certified by International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology to remove mercury and metal alloy safely under a strict set of guidelines.

The next step is to remove all dead and abscessed teeth, as well as those previously treated with root-canal therapy. Stripping the extraction socket of the periodontal ligament is a must. The use of ozone gas and plateletrich fibrinogen (PRF) that is harvested from patient’s blood is also quickly becoming a standard of care in biological dental surgery.

Ozone gas disinfects the surgical site and stimulates the immune system and oxygen metabolism. PRF helps regenerate bone due to its high content of stem cells, growth factors and infection-fighting leukocytes. Finally, the areas of chronic NICO lesions must also be surgically revised. And likewise, ozone gas and PRF should be utilized to help the jaw bone finally regenerate. Biological dental revision protocol is multi-faceted, so this only scratches the surface. However, once this critical step is accomplished, the treating physician, such as an oncologist or alternative physician, is more equipped for the likelihood of a successful treatment.

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Vegan food doesn’t need to be expensive, boring or complicated.

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hen contemplating a shift toward a plant-based diet, some may prematurely mourn the loss of their favorite meaty classics. Luckily, enterprising vegan chefs have experimented with flavors and textures that will lure almost any palate into loving a plant-based version of their favorite dishes without resorting to processed foods.

“Plant-based versions of classic dishes offer all the nutritional benefits of plants without the cholesterol and saturated fats from animal products,” says chef and author Marly McMillen-Beelman. “You don’t have to abandon all your favorite foods to become vegan—just veganize them.”

The Kansas City chef makes carrot “dogs”, for example, by roasting carrots in a savory mix of tamari, agave, miso, paprika and garlic for a cookout-worthy treat. McMillen-Beelman’s cookbook The Everything Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook also offers many bean- and legume-based versions of classic sandwiches, like a vegan “Big Mac” with quinoa and pinto beans; a burger made from oats, black beans and pecans; meatballs from tofu and lentils; and a chicken salad based on tempeh, a

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fermented, soy-based, high-protein product with a nutty flavor.

“A lot of people like using tempeh, tofu or jackfruit for a meaty texture. It needs to be well seasoned, but so does meat,” suggests Ocean Robbins, author of The 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your Body, Feel Great, & Transform Your World. “To mimic cheese, some combination of nuts and nutritional yeast, cultured nut cheeses or plant-based milks works nicely.”

McMillen-Beelman likes using jackfruit for a “pulled pork” sandwich or taco, the tropical fruit being packed with vitamin C, protein, calcium, potassium and iron. Her slow-cooked version leans on whole-food ingredients, including pear and cranberries, to add natural sweetness and phytonutrients. “I use canned jackfruit because it’s much easier to find and cook with than the expensive jumbo whole fruit,” she says.

Ben Pook, the London co-author with Roxy Pope of So Vegan in 5, says mushrooms lend substance and umami flavor to vegan dishes such as a mushroom, sage and onion Wellington as a

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substitute for the classic beef Wellington.

“We use portobello mushrooms for their meaty texture, which we surround with a sage and onion stuffing—all wrapped in vegan puff pastry to create a centerpiece worthy of any dinner party,” says Pook, whose cookbook features dozens of plant-based recipes that contain only five ingredients each, such as a broccoli alfredo with cashews, broccolini, tagliatelle pasta, nutritional yeast and garlic.

Nuts can also work wonders in a vegetarian dish, such as Pook and Pope’s walnut meat tacos, which blend toasted walnuts together with spices like cumin, paprika, garlic and chili powder to create a mince-like texture built into a taco with toppings galore.

Many classic dishes can also be adapted by simply leaving out the meat and letting the spices, herbs and vegetables shine through; for example, in a vegan shepherd’s pie, go with penne pasta with red sauce or a garlicky pesto with extra nuts, greens and olive oil in lieu of cheese.

Sweet tooth cravings can be satisfied with healthy, plant-based versions of classic desserts, substituting aquafaba (the starchy liquid left over from canned beans) instead of frothy egg whites, or olive oil or avocado for butter.

Nut butters can also add a touch of richness to a dish, whether sweet or savory.

“I love making a peanut coconut milk curry soup with onions, mushrooms and bok choy, with peanut butter, lime juice and soy sauce blended into the coconut milk for a luxurious flavor and texture. It’s great over potatoes, quinoa or rice,” says Robbins.

“Vegan food doesn’t need to be expensive, boring or complicated,” Pook says. “There really are endless possibilities when it comes to cooking with plants, so don’t be afraid to experiment and create your own twist.”

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Combine the plant-based milk and apple cider vinegar in a separate bowl. Let sit for a minute or two until the milk curdles and turns into a “buttermilk”. Then add the hot sauce and mix everything together until the ingredients are well combined. Set aside.

Meanwhile, add the flour to a small plate and set aside. Press the tofu if required.

(Extra-firm tofu contains very little moisture, so this step isn’t always necessary.)

Then slice the block in half and break the tofu into bite-sized pieces with hands.

Vegan Popcorn ‘Chicken’ Yields: 4 to 6 servings 10.5 oz extra-firm tofu Sea salt and pepper ½ cup flour Vegetable oil Dry ingredients: 3.5 oz paprika-flavored chips 4 Tbsp flour 2 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp onion powder ½ tsp garlic powder Wet ingredients: ½ cup plant-based milk ½ Tbsp apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp hot sauce To serve: Tomato ketchup Vegan mayonnaise Crush the paprika crisps between a clean tea towel using a rolling pin until no big pieces remain. Transfer to a bowl along with the remaining dry ingredients and a pinch of salt and pepper. Use a spoon to mix everything together, then set aside.

Season the tofu on both sides with salt and pepper; dip tofu into the flour, followed by the milk mixture, then the crisp mixture. Repeat until all the tofu pieces have been coated.

Add the vegetable oil to a pan until it’s ¼-inch deep. Tip: Use a wok to reduce the amount of oil needed. Heat the oil on medium-high. Drop a tiny amount of the dry mixture; if it starts sizzling as soon as it hits the oil, it’s ready.

Carefully add half a dozen or so tofu pieces to the hot oil and fry for about 2 minutes on each side or until the tofu begins to brown and is extra crispy. It’s important to not overcrowd the pan, as it can lower the temperature of the oil.

When the tofu is ready, carefully remove it from the pan and transfer it to a plate lined with parchment paper; immediately season it with some extra salt, which will help make it even crispier. Repeat until all the tofu pieces are cooked. Serve with a favorite dip, such as one made by combining equal amounts of tomato ketchup and vegan mayo.

Adapted from So Vegan in 5 by Roxy Pope and Ben Pook.

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

Walnut Meat Tacos Yields: 4 servings Walnut meat: 14 oz walnuts 1 Tbsp smoked paprika 2 tsp chili powder 1½ Tbsp ground cumin 3 garlic cloves 2 tsp balsamic vinegar 2 tsp maple syrup 2.5 oz sun-dried tomatoes in oil Sea salt Black bean mixture: 9 oz canned sweet corn 14 oz canned black beans Sea salt and pepper ½ lime Handful of fresh cilantro Salsa: 9 oz cherry tomatoes 1 green chili 1 red onion 1 lime Handful of fresh cilantro Sea salt and pepper To serve: 2 avocados ½ lime 8-10 small corn tortillas Vegan yogurt Toast the walnuts in a pan over a medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until they begin to smoke. Keep an eye on them and stir occasionally to prevent them burning. Then peel and dice the garlic and add it to the walnuts along with the smoked paprika, chili powder and ground cumin. Stir to coat the walnuts in the spices, then cook for 2 minutes.

Meanwhile, drain and rinse the black beans and sweet corn. Transfer them to a separate pan and stir in a generous pinch of salt and pepper, as well as the juice from the lime.

Heat through for 5 minutes on a medium heat. Remove the pan from the heat, roughly chop the cilantro and stir it into the beans and sweet corn.

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Add the cooked walnuts, garlic and spices to a food processor along with the balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, sun-dried tomatoes (drain as much oil as possible) and a pinch of salt.

Process for a minute or two until the walnut mixture turns into a mince-like texture.

Next, prepare the salsa by slicing the cherry tomatoes into quarters and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Peel and dice the red onion, slice the chili (leave the seeds in if spicy is preferred) and roughly chop the cilantro leaves, adding all to the mixing bowl. Squeeze the juice from the lime into the bowl, along with a generous pinch of salt and pepper, then stir to combine.

Meanwhile, heat through the tortillas in a pan over a low-medium heat.

Slice the avocado in half and remove the

pit. Scoop out the flesh and mash it in a bowl along with juice from half a lime.

When you’re ready to assemble your tacos, spoon a few tablespoons of the walnut mixture on top of a tortilla, followed by the bean mixture, salsa and a dollop of mashed avocado. Top with a drizzle of vegan yogurt. Repeat for the remaining tacos.

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Yields: 4 servings 8 Portobello mushrooms 3 onions 10 sage leaves 4.2 oz walnuts 2 (11 oz) sheets of dairy-free puff pastry Preheat oven to 425° F and line a large baking tray with baking paper. Wipe any excess dirt off the mushrooms and place five of them in an ovenproof dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with sea salt and pepper, then bake for 15 minutes.

Remove the mushrooms from the oven and set aside, leaving the oven switched on for later.

Meanwhile, quarter the remaining mushrooms; peel and roughly chop the onions and add to a food processor along with sage leaves, walnuts, ½ teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Process to form a smooth paste, then fry in a pan over a medium-high heat for 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes.

Roll out one sheet of pastry onto the lined baking tray. Spread a third of the paste down the middle of the pastry lengthways, spreading it 2 inches wide and leaving the same length clear at each end.

Turn the baked mushrooms upside-down to drain excess juices, then place three of the mushrooms, gills facing up, on top of the paste along the middle of the pastry.

Add the remaining two mushrooms, gills facing down, between the three mushrooms. Spoon the remaining paste around the mushrooms to cover them on all sides.

Place the second sheet of pastry on top and use your fingers to seal the edges together.

Trim around the Wellington roughly one inch away from the filling, discarding the excess pastry as you go. Lightly score the Wellington with diagonal lines at 1-inch intervals and brush with olive oil. Bake in the oven for 50 minutes, until the pastry turns a lovely golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve in slices.

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everything an active body needs for muscle mass, stamina and recovery while lowering the risk of heart disease. A 2018 metaanalysis of 40 studies published in the peerreviewed journal PLOS One concludes that a plant-powered diet fosters a healthier cardio-metabolic profile. According to Dutch researchers, amping up nutrition from plants may also lower the risk of insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes. Devotees report unexpected perks.

“I recover faster. I also have more natural energy without the need for caffeine and reduced inflammation, as confirmed in blood tests,” says Matt Tullman, manag-

Bolstering the diet with foods like quinoa, chia seeds, nut butters and vegan energy powders, as well as combining foods for a more complete protein profile, is important. For example, pairing whole-grain rice with beans makes a complete protein, says Stefanie Moir, international vegan fitness coach and founder of VeganAesthetics. co.uk, in Glasgow, Scotland.

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Tullman acknowledges that there are some exceptions to protein requirements— especially for the elderly, individuals with certain chronic diseases and pregnant women—but he notes that daily protein needs are less than we’ve been conditioned to believe. “If you track your macronutrients through a day, you’ll find that you’re getting adequate protein.”

Professional bodybuilder Torre Washington, in Tamarac, Florida, keeps it simple. “We’re all unique individuals, so it’s up to each person to test things without fear of lack.” The National Academy of Sports Medicine-certified coach loves antioxidant-rich blueberries, filling apples and potassium-packed bananas,

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The path of vegan fitness can not only offer health benefits, but also a personal connection to the Earth. “It’s given me an opportunity to share my journey with others and to allow them to reach their own specific goals,” says Washington. “Mentally, it’s given me more depth of thought and spiritually connected me with the ‘YOUniverse’ as a whole.”

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COLD-BUSTERS Natural Remedies for Kids

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to give it some flavor,” advises Heather Tynan, ND, of Evergreen Naturopathic, in San Diego. A child can also drink coconut water or suck on frozen berries or popsicles.

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Honey for sleeplessness and coughs: Honey can kill

both viruses and bacteria, and in a Pennsylvania State University study, a bedtime teaspoon of buckwheat honey beat out dextromethorphan, a cough suppressant used in over-the-counter cold and cough medicines, in helping kids sleep better and cough less. (But don’t give honey to a kid under age 1 because of the risk of botulism.)

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arch brings the first whiffs of fragrant spring air, along with a heightened chance of runny noses, coughs, sore throats and congestion in youngsters. The spring and fall months are the most likely times to catch a cold because seasonal allergens inflame nostrils, making it easier for cold viruses to have their way. Although many worried parents reach for cold and cough medicines, antihistamines or even antibiotics, there is little evidence that these ease symptoms or hasten recovery, and they may even cause harm, according to reports from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

The AAP suggests some natural approaches for symptoms, including sponging for fevers as well as hydration, honey and chest rubs. A metastudy published in American Family Physician in 2012 found that treatment with buckwheat honey, Umcka ColdCare, nasal saline irrigation, a vapor rub or zinc sulfate “may decrease cold symptoms in children.” Here are those and some other natural strategies:

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Natural alternatives are sold at health food stores, and a do-it-yourself version can be made simply by mixing together one cup of coconut oil, 20 drops of eucalyptus oil and 10 drops of peppermint oil.

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five essential oils—clove, lemon, cinnamon bark, eucalyptus and rosemary, commonly known as four thieves—has antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral and immune-stimulating properties, says Tynan. “Diffuse it in your child’s room, or dilute well (about one to two drops per five

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milliliters of carrier oil) and apply under their nose, behind their ears and on the back of their neck, on their chest and on the soles of their feet.”

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Saltwater gargle for a sore throat: As soon as anyone

in her family shows signs of getting sick, they begin gargling with salt water, says Tangela Walker-Craft, a mother and former teacher in Lakeland, Florida. “Saltwater loosens mucus and flushes bacteria out of the throat. It will also help to reduce swelling,” she says.

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Elderberry or Umcka to ease symptoms: A recent

meta-analysis in Complementary Therapies in Medicine concluded that elderberry syrup (in stores as Sambucol) reduces the duration and severity of cold and flu symptoms. “The syrup is sweet and delicious, so typically very easy to get children to take,” says naturopathic doctor Kiera Smialek, of Scottsdale, Arizona.

Umcka ColdCare, based on the South African geranium, halved cold symptoms in five days compared to a placebo in a University of Chicago study.

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Zinc sulfate to shorten a cold: If taken within the first

24 hours of symptoms, zinc sulfate tablets or syrup can reduce colds by a day or more, studies suggest.

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Soak a pair of cotton socks in ice cold water.

Wring them out and place them on the child’s feet. Cover them with thick dry socks, ideally wool. Keep them on overnight. In the morning, the wet, cotton socks will be dry.

“Remember, the best remedies for cold and flu are rest and time,” says Tynan. In the meantime, though, steps like these “can help you kick it much faster and reduce some symptoms while you’re doing so.”

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The Vagus Nerve Matters

by Eric Winder, DC

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he vagus nerve has a unique role in your health. It runs from a small hole in your skull, down your neck, then to all your organs. However, when it is injured or low in function, it can cause a host of problems, from nausea and ear pain, to a hoarse voice and even depression. While there are many options to temporarily stimulate the vagus nerve and relieve some of these problems, fascia release therapies can make profound, lasting improvements in this nerve’s function by permanently releasing restrictions that irritate the nerve.

As an example, a patient, whom I will refer to as Pamela, recently came to our office. She suffered from neck and lower back pain from a car accident two years ago. Pamela also experienced frequent bouts of nausea and a chronic dry cough.

Her initial treatment in our office focused on fascia restrictions caused by joint and muscle injury from the car accident.

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could affect the vagus nerve. Releasing restrictions in the front of the neck, left side of the sternum, and several points in the abdominal muscles gave tremendous relief to Pamela’s neck and back pain.

Her nausea and dry cough also disappeared as a result of this vagus nerve focused treatment. She was thrilled, but somewhat surprised, that focus on the vagus nerve helped so much. I explained to her that, among other problems, the vagus nerve can cause organ tension or irritation, which then could refer pain into the spine.

Pamela’s spinal pain had been caused by restriction around the nerve resulting from her accident.

While there are many potential causes of vagus nerve injury, the most common include whiplash, diabetes, Lyme’s disease, extreme stress and upper respiratory viral infections. Symptoms of vagus nerve trauma can vary because the nerve is connected to so many places in the head and abdomen.

There are vagus nerve connections to the skin around the ear and to the vocal cords, so vagus problems potentially can cause ear pain or a hoarse, wheezing voice.

Connections to the roof of the mouth and throat can also mean problems swallowing or a chronic cough. Because the vagus links to almost all of the internal organs, problems with the nerve can also cause symptoms and issues as varied as unusual heartrate, nausea, bloating, gastroparesis (lack of stomach motion) and constipation.

For people who experience only mild vagus nerve irritation, there are a variety of home practices to help improve this nerve’s “tone,” or level of function. All of the following have been shown to improve tone in the vagus nerve: • • • • • • • •

Deep breathing with slow exhalations Vocal cord vibrations (sing, hum or gargle, for instance) Meditation Exercise Socializing and laughing Acute cold exposure (cold showers or cold water on the face) Omega-3 fat supplements (or foods rich in omega-3) Probiotic bacteria supplements

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As I mentioned above, fascia release therapy can often provide lasting relief for vagus nerve symptoms. Fascia (fibrous connective tissue) is practically everywhere in the body including in all the areas where the vagus nerve is located. At our office, we use hands-on fascia release therapy to release restrictions from the fascia in the abdomen, chest and neck that can potentially cause irritation to this important nerve.

In some cases, we also utilize low-level laser therapy to relax the areas around the nerve and improve its function. With thorough treatment, fascia release therapy can improve the symptoms of vagus nerve dysfunction to restore quality of life and health.

You are invited to attend an evening program on March 25, where you can learn in-depth about fascia, why it is important, and how to solve fascia problems when they create gut symptoms. Dr. Eric Winder will discuss case examples, provide a treatment demonstration and hold a Q&A session following the presentation. Attendees are invited to arrive at 6:50 p.m. for refreshments, and the program itself will take place from 7–8 p.m. This free event is located at 3131 S Tamiami Trail, #102, Sarasota. To RSVP, call 941-957-8390. Dr. Eric Winder has 23 years in practice, and focuses on relieving pain and restoring alignment and motion through fascia release therapies without forceful manipulation. For more information, visit GentleBay.com.

Seven years without a cold?

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Some users say copper stops nighttime stuffiness if used just before cientists recently discovered bed. One man said, “Best sleep I’ve had time. He hasn’t had a single cold for 7 a way to kill viruses and in years.” years since. bacteria.

Copper can also stop flu if used early He asked relatives and friends to try Now thousands of people are using it it. They said it worked for them, too, so and for several days. Lab technicians to stop colds and flu. placed 25 million live flu viruses on a he patented CopperZap™ and put it on Colds start CopperZap. No viruses were found alive the market. when cold viruses soon after.

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Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the teams of people had Viruses multiply confirming the discovery. He placed tried it and given fast. If you don’t millions of disease germs on copper. feedback. Nearly stop them early, “They started to die literally as soon as 100% said the they spread and copper stops colds if they touched the surface,” he said. cause misery.

People have even used copper on used within 3 hours In hundreds cold sores and say it can completely after the first sign. of studies, EPA prevent outbreaks.

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From the Common Cold to the Coronavirus:

How Chinese Medicine Plays a Role in Boosting the Immune System

by Dr. Cynthia Clark, Acupuncture Physician, Applied Clinical Nutritionist

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n about 200 AD, Governor Zhang Zhongjing watched two thirds of his beloved family and town die from a terrible disease. Governor Zhang was relentless in his pursuit of understanding and effectively treating the deadly virus. What resulted from this labor of love has given the medical world a lasting legacy of information.

He charted out six fundamental phases of disease, then documented their specific characteristics and found a treatment for them in the seminal Chinese herbal classic: the Shang Han Lung.

Rather than just stating, “Take this antibiotic to see if it works and doesn’t wreck your digestive system in the process,” the information presented in the classical Chinese medicine training points instead, through symptom and observation, to which phase the disease is in and where it is headed next. A person might have one or more symptoms of a certain stage, and this technique needs to be combined with a proper tongue and pulse observation to confirm the diagnosis and accurately determine the right treatment.

These stages are as follows: Tai Yang (Greater Yang) with stiff neck, headache, chills and fever; Yang Ming (Yang Brightness) with profuse sweating, hot body temperature, thirst and constipation; Shao Yang (Lesser Yang) with a disease that has 40

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lasted more than five days accompanied by chills and fever, and chest discomfort; Taiyin (Greater Yin) with chills, distended abdomen, and vomiting or diarrhea; Shaoyin (Lesser Yin) with anxiety, drowsiness, diarrhea, chills and cold; Jueyin (Absolute Yin): thirst, difficult urination, physical collapse, pain in the chest, and hunger with no desire to eat.

In the first stage, a person might feel better from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. In the second, they might feel better from 3–9 p.m. In the third, they might feel better from 3–9 a.m.

In the fourth, they might feel better from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. In the fifth, they might feel better from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. And in the final stage, that person might feel better from 1–7 a.m.

How is this information relevant today? In the past several weeks, a number of people have experienced sickness. Take a woman named Mary, for example, who had a wellness appointment scheduled at our practice, but called that morning to report she’d come down with an ailment and asked if she should still come in—she didn’t want to get anyone sick. This was considerate, but we told her, “Yes, this is the most important time to come in.”

Upon arriving, Mary’s pulse was “floating,” which means that it was close to the surface of her skin, and her tongue had a thin, white coat on it. She also presented with chills, fatigue, and a stiff neck and back. Mary received a tea which contained

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cinnamon twig, ginger, Chinese date and kudzu. These ingredients work together synergistically which means that when they are cooked together, new molecules form that enhance their healing properties.

She also received acupuncture which focused on bringing blood flow and Thelper cells to the points which stimulated her immune system and digestion. One of these was Stomach 36 which is one of the most powerful immune system points on the human body. By taking this tea, Mary felt much improved in just a few hours, and was able to return to work.

“The body is to nature as a violin is to the orchestra. The strings are to the violin as the organs are to the body. For the orchestra to play in harmony, all the instruments must be tuned to each other. If a single instrument is out of tune, the whole sound is dissonance rather than harmony,” explains the book Between Heaven and Earth: A Guide to Chinese Medicine. The immune system as a whole can be thought of in this way.

Chinese medicine has shown to be effective from diseases that range from the common cold to HIV to MRSA. In 2015, researcher Tu Youyou won the Nobel prize for the use of Chinese medicine in treatment of malaria. It has also been used to treat both the cold and flu for thousands of years. At this moment, various Chinese medicine herbs are researched for their use in boosting the immune system to prevent and recover from the Coronavirus.

Feng Shui for Spring expand both your personal and professional growth.

1. Clear out all your clutter—it’s time for the ritual of spring cleaning! If you haven’t laid your hands on an item for one year, then find a new home for whatever it is. (This, however, does not usually include your significant other!)

by Christina Captain, DAOM, MSAOM, MSHN, MA

2. Wood is the element that harnesses the energy of growth and expansion.

Various materials and colors can be used to promote the element of wood such as wood itself of any kind, paper materials, such as books, and use of the color green.

“Use Feng Shui to increase your personal power!”

3. The shape of the wood element is a rectangle. Adding furniture and accessories in this shape helps to increase wood energy in a space.

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4. Too much of anything can be a problem, so balance the amount of wood element in your home with

Lucky Dragon says:

pring is a time of rebirth and renewal, so utilize these feng shui strategies to

metallics—for example, actual metals such as silver picture frames and other accessories or furniture.

5. Rid your personal space of anything toxic—people, chemicals, food or thoughts. This will renew and refresh your spirit beyond what you could imagine.

Dr. Christina Captain is nationally boardcertified by the National Commission for Certification in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She is the lead practitioner at Sarasota Center for Acupuncture and Nutrition. Dr. Captain is also an expert Feng Shui practitioner and teacher who studied under Nancilee Wydra of the Feng Shui Institute of America, before originating her own style, Essential Balance Feng Shui.

Since this discipline is a branch of Oriental Medicine, she often blends Feng Shui principles into her treatment plans. Her practice is located at 2650 Bahia Vista St., Suite 101, Sarasota. For more information, call 941951-1119 or email DrCaptain@SarasotaCenterForAcupunctureAndNutrition.com.

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The Power of Meaningful Coincidence

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hen we have an inner need that converges with an outside event, it is a meaningful coincidence known as synchronicity, and it happens to us all. It can be simple, like a playful sprite: recurring numbers or dates, all the lights turning green as we race to meet an appointment or a call from a faraway friend just when we want to talk to them.

Or it can be profound: a chance meeting with an employer looking for exactly our skills, unexpected money appearing when we’re in a pinch, a timely rescue or our grandmother’s favorite, obscure song coming on the radio or app just as we’re feeling teary-eyed on the anniversary of her death.

Whether they are lighthearted or life-changing, synchronicities link us to an underlying order in the universe that is profoundly reassuring. They open us to mystery and delight. They give us a sense of being taken care of. They nudge us to grow in scary, but life-affirming directions.

They awaken a sense of awe, which studies have shown to be the emotion most likely to make us reach out generously to others—and that evokes even more synchronicity. And they can make daily life a lark.

By its very nature, we can’t create synchronicity, but we can live life in a way that encourages it to show up. The more

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engaged we are spiritually—whether that means prayer, meditation, walking in nature or loving others deeply—the more likely synchronicity is. Being open, selfhonest, courageous, engaged, grateful and fully present summons it, which is where therapy, yoga and bodywork can be useful.

But we don’t have to be saintly or enlightened; synchronicity is there for us all. It is simply the way the Universe works.

The first step is to notice synchronicity when it occurs, and honor it. As with humans, when we give it our attention and say thank you, it makes it more likely to show up in our life again.

At some point as our trust builds, synchronicity becomes simply the way our life works. Things show up as we need them and we are in the right place at the right time. Even when occurrences seemingly go awry, we glimpse an underlying order that gives us strength and purpose. Life becomes a steady stream of meaningfulness and inner and outer exploration. We find ourselves living in flow, attuned to life’s deepest currents and awash in deep gratitude.

Meg Lundstrom is the co-author with Charlene Belitz of The Power of Flow: Practical Ways to Transform Your Life with Meaningful Coincidence. Connect at FlowPower.com.

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hen Kaye Her- It’s really important However, as an unbert’s husband for people to know regulated supplement, CBD brought home presents a challenge for their options and consumers in its ubiquity a free sample of cannabito keep looking for from CBD-infused pillows diol (CBD) oil, she didn’t hesitate to give it a try. what works for them. to gummies, soaps and Having heard about its even pet food. Discerning ~Peter Bongiorno calming effects, she gave purity, dosage and safety CBD to her three sons, are real concerns for those whose attention deficit hyperactivity disthat may grab any bottle off the shelf. order made home-schooling difficult due

Consumers must become well into frequent tantrums and lack of focus. “I formed, especially when replacing medicadidn’t expect CBD to be miraculous, but tions for serious disorders, experts say. But I was surprised that my kids’ frustrations for anxiety and emotional well-being, CBD were greatly reduced,” says the Austin, is largely heralded as a safe and natural Texas, mom. “We weren’t seeing the sechoice by providers well-versed in CBD, verity of meltdowns.” such as Peter Bongiorno, past president of

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We imagine the people suffering who need support and think about how we are growing the plants to help them. ~Lara Miller molecules naturally created within the human body. “When we can’t sleep or are stressed out, cannabinoid levels go way down,” Bongiorno says. While prescription drugs overwhelm the body with adverse side effects, CBD can healthfully bring back balance.

But CBD won’t trigger an altered state because there is little to no tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive chemical in marijuana that produces a high, he says, adding that he starts patients at a low daily dose of 25 milligrams.

It’s important to talk with a physician about drug interactions, Bongiorno says. For instance, CBD can increase levels of blood-thinning medications, according to a 2017 study published in Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports.

CBD can possibly treat a wide range of conditions, from fear of public speaking to bipolar and post-traumatic stress disorders, but more research is needed, experts say. A 2018 clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry suggests CBD offers potential in treating psychosis. More recently, researchers in a 2019 case study of 27 patients published by the Permanente Journal concluded, “Cannabidiol may hold benefit for anxiety-related disorders.”

Seeds of Hope

The most important step consumers can take to find a safe, quality

product is to know where their CBD comes from, experts say.

Lara Miller is an organic farmer in Lafayette, Colorado, who in 2017 dedicated a parcel of her two-acre farm to growing hemp for her business, North Field Farmacy. “I added in hemp because it is a dynamic plant that produces fiber, seed and medicine for us humans, all at the same time,” she says.

Miller’s small, women-owned business grows the leafy plants outdoors in organic soil and harvests by hand. “We test in the field, post-harvest, during extraction and in the final product,” she says. “We know our product is clean and pure and potent.”

This isn’t always the case. A 2017 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed that in 84 CBD products sold online by 31 companies, 26 percent contained less CBD than the amount listed on the label.

Miller receives weekly calls from those wanting to purchase her plants and start a CBD business. “What bothers me the most is that not one person has asked how my hemp is grown,” she says.

“It all feels like a big grab; the integrity isn’t there.”

Miller continues to decline these requests and spends her days on the farm, where—come harvest time—she, alongside her crew, engages in some visualizations. “We imagine the people suffering who need support and think about how we are growing the plants to help them.”

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

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ating healthy is a family affair, and that includes the family pet. However, what works for humans may be less than optimal for Fluffy or Fido, as each requires a species-specific, nutritionally balanced regimen. Most pet parents opt for commercial dog or cat food that comes in a bag or a can, but many are beginning to consider more natural options. “Kibble is often the most economical way to feed your pet. But its processed state makes it the least optimal,” says Angie Krause, DVM, at Boulder Holistic Vet, in Colorado.

Canned food is also heavily processed and potentially toxic. In 2017, Clean Label Project, a nonprofit testing laboratory, completed a study of 1,084 pet food products, screening them for more than 130 toxins and contaminants linked to cancer and other conditions. Results showed cadmium, a heavy metal, in 94 percent of the products, along with arsenic and lead.

Contaminants aren’t the only concern.

“Up to 50 percent of commercial foods are composed of meat meal and byproducts,” says Armaiti May, DVM, owner of Dr. May’s Veterinary House Calls, in Los Angeles.

These can include meat from dead, dying, diseased or disabled animals, and even rendered dogs and cats from animal shelters,

says May. “We are seeing more cancer, neurologic conditions and kidney disease, and there is evidence that the increase in these diseases may be due to harmful ingredients in commercial, meat-based foods.”

Healthy Alternative Diets

Owners that switch from commercial foods report their animals display thicker coats, brighter eyes and greater energy. However, dogs and cats require specific ranges of vitamins, minerals, fats and carbohydrates, so it’s important to ensure that nutritional needs are met and a healthy balance is maintained.

n Home-Cooked Pet food recalls have prompted some families to start cooking for their charges, but it’s not as simple as sharing the family dinner. “There are online calculators that can help you create and balance recipes for dogs and cats. Balancing a diet can be tedious and often requires added supplements,” says Krause.

Seeing a four-legged friend thrive was worth the extra time and cost for Yvonnda Stamp-Agent, a homemaker from Rockvale, Tennessee. Emma, a schnauzer mix, suffered from itchy skin, anal gland leakage, kidney crystals, vomiting and other problems. “We switched to home-cooked wild salmon and

The biologically appropriate raw food (BARF) diet, as described at BarfWorld. com, contains raw meats, vegetables and cooked grains and legumes. Proponents say it improves health from tooth to tail. “Buddha, my orange tabby, is 22 and no longer has an issue with hairballs,” says Kim Bolin, a Reno, Nevada real estate agent, who has fed raw for three years.

Stephanie Krause, in Keego Harbor, Michigan, says her three dogs are more relaxed, probably from the time and effort needed to eat large bones—and they haven’t needed a teeth cleaning since going raw. “After eating raw bones, there was plaque laying all over the floor.”

The BARF diet can be homemade, although most choose prepared frozen or freezedried products to ensure nutrient balance or to avoid handling raw meats. Angie Krause says the diet is controversial, largely due to human health risks from pathogenic bacteria.

n Vegan and Vegetarian For ethical and environmental reasons, homemade or pre-made, plant-based diets for companion animals are becoming more popular. “If the 163 million dogs and cats in the U.S. were their own country, it would be the fifth-largest meat-eating country on the planet,” says May.

Cats cannot survive without meat, which provides the high protein, amino acids and other nutrients their bodies require.

However, a 2018 study published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association suggests that plant-based diets, possibly supplemented with vitamins B12 and D and some amino acids, can meet nutrition requirements of dogs.

“Dogs are omnivores, and can thrive on balanced, complete, plant-based diets. They have nutrient requirements, not ingredient requirements,” says May.

Pet diets aren’t an all-or-nothing choice, says Angie Krause. “Eventually, my patient will always reveal what works for them. Listen to your pet’s body.”

Julie Peterson lives in rural Wisconsin. Connect at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 1 ECK Light and Sound Service - 11am-noon.

Recognizing God’s Help in Every Moment. Divine love comes to us in surprising ways. We often don’t recognize that the Holy Spirit has spoken to us to help make our sojourn in this world a little better, a little more enlightening. Free. LaQuinta Inn & Suites, 812 Kings Highway, Port Charlotte, 941358-0325, Meetup.com/EckankarInSarasota. Have you been mystified when bad things happened to good people? Share questions on this with others at Eckankarblog.org Richard Schoeller International Medium -11am and 7pm. Richard will join us for both of our Sunday Celebrations, giving the Spiritual Talk at the 11am and 7pm celebrations and Spirit Messages at the 7pm evening service. Sarasota Center of Light. 852 S Tuttle Ave. Sarasota, 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 3 “Positive Lifestyle” Workshop - 5:30-7pm, every Tues. RELATIONSHIPS. Come together, network, & meet like-minded people in a supportive environment that fosters meaningful relationships. It’s time to get motivated, focus on your growth mindset, & thrive personally & professionally. Certified Career, Business & Life Coach, Jill Larson and Certified Nutrition & Fitness Coach, Christal Borg will take you deep inside yourself to remove your self-limiting beliefs & discover your strengths. $20 donation.

Larson Natural Health Center, 3560 S. Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, Jill@PositiveSolutionsForSuccess.com or call 941-363-6744 to save your spot today!

The Four Agreements: The Fourth Agreement, Always Do Your Best - 7- 8:30pm. Even if your best constantly changes with Rev Jim Toole. This agreement brings the first three together and adds to them.

Learn what your best is, what that means and how to live it! This final agreement will help you to increase the power of the other agreements, while freeing yourself from old patterns. $15 (nobody turned away).

Sarasota Center of Light. 852 S Tuttle Ave. Sarasota, 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 Super Value Nutrition Store-Wide Sale! - 9-6pm.

Demos, free samples and everything is on sale! Both Sarasota locations, 2163 Siesta Drive and 5842 Bee Ridge Road.

Creating Transformation & Change, Part 5 of 6 7-8:30pm. Attending this Part 5 session will be quite valuable, even if you missed parts 1 thru 4 Come and share in the energy of these inspiring teachings, to kick-start your life in the new year with renewed positivity and shift in your awareness. Caroline and Paul Crawford with their team of Infinite Intelligence, will assist you to gain a deeper understanding of these easy to integrate Universal Laws of Allowing, Attraction and more. Feel a stronger connection to your inner guidance to achieve your heart’s desires. $20 donation requested. Session 6 on Mar. 18th. Reservations call or text, 941-4029508. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231

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THURSDAY, MARCH 5 Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics - 6pm. With esoteric healer Chuck Pisa. You’ve heard about the benefits of meditation, but you’re still a little skeptical. You’ve even tried learning meditation but found your mind wouldn’t settle down and the inside of your skull became a zoo of fidgeting thought monkeys! Is it time to give up? No way! These are just indicators that you’re human. In this workshop you’ll learn simple and deeply healing meditation techniques, with the documented science of how just 5-10 minutes per day leads to better focus, more clarity, lower stress, lower blood pressure, improved immune response and slowing age-related atrophy of the brain. Love donation to Shelterbox for Syrian refugees. Longevity Wellness Clinic, 528 48th St, Court East, Bradenton, 941-923-9355, LongevityWellnessClinic.com, contact Programs@LongevityWC.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6 Spirit Connection: Hear Your Soul Call - 1:304:30pm. The Alchemy of Light Project Event #1 of 12. Enjoy enlightening entertainment and help raise the consciousness of humanity. Presentation, Stories for Awakened Awareness, Inspirational quotes and literature, and a personal “message for the day”. $20 or work trade. Join conscious likehearted souls and feel empowered and uplifted!

Unity of Sarasota 3023 Proctor Ave., 541-625-3208, Smile4Love.com.

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

SATURDAY, MARCH 7 Psychic Saturday - 10:30am-1pm. Readings and Healings. 15-minute readings/$20. Vibrational Healing, Love Donation. Gift certificates available. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave., 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

Reiki III Master Attunement and Certification Class - 12noon -5pm. The third Master level of Usui Reiki. An ancient art of hands-on healing handed down lineage to lineage. This is a class for an initiate into the frequencies of this powerful healing arts. $122/class. At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. in Sarasota. For info/questions call Rev. Zan Benham, 941-586-9087.

6 Kinds of Body Function Energy - 1-5pm. Learn 6 of your personal body function energy flows: what they are; where they flow; what they do; how they affect your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being; relationships to numerology and astrology; stressors and how to harmonize with your hands! Space is limited. Early bird rate is $75 if you pay by Mar 1. Investment is

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$88 after Mar 1. Suncoast Jin Shin Jyutsu, 820 Central Ave, Sarasota. Contact: Michelle 941-2282972, Michelle@Suncoastjsj.com, Suncoastjsj.com 2972, Michelle@Suncoastjsj.com, Suncoastjsj.com “I Can’t Get to Sleep” - 6pm. With stress relief expert Ray Foley. How wonderful would it be if getting a good night’s sleep involved hitting a couple of keys on your computer! It’s possible! The SRC4U software was developed to seek out and neutralize the negative energy that results from stress, both major and minor. SRC4U stands for Stress Relieving Companion for You. This God based software marries 21st Century technology with a variety of ancient modalities and therapies. It can be used in home for family and friends or by health practitioners to enhance every aspect of their business model. Almost every dis-ease and dis-harmony has its origins in stress. In this 60-minute presentation you will delve into a multitude of ways to get a good night’s sleep using 21st Century technology powered by ancient modalities. Love donation to Shelterbox for Syrian refugees. Longevity Wellness Clinic, 528 48th St, Court East, Bradenton, 941923-9355, LongevityWellnessClinic.com, contact Programs@LongevityWC.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 8 Music of the Plantsusic of the Plants – an Interactive Experience - 1-3pm. A Music of the Plants machine allows people and plants to communicate via the universal language of music. A clip is placed on a leaf and a probe is placed near the root system.

The machine then converts changing electrical impulses from the plant into musical tones allowing the plant to communicate with us. The communication works both ways, the tones of the plants change as we interact with the plants. With Beverly Templeton. $15. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman. com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Music and Messages - 7pm. Enjoy an evening of music performed by a wonderful, local musician, Sam Lane and Spirit Messages offered by Mediums between musical selections. Sarasota Center of Light Sanctuary.

Sarasota Center of Light. 852 S Tuttle Ave. Sarasota, 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 10 Inquire Within Goddess Shoppe - Get the ‘Ick’ off your ‘Wow’! Are you ready for an energy ‘tune-up’ or assistance in defining clear and healthy boundaries to avoid being pulled into social or family drama? Whether you need charging of your energy field, balancing of chakras, clearing dense and heavy energy, or an energy tune-up, come in for a Goddess Healing by Susan. Let’s get that ‘ick off your Wow.’ By appointment only. 1653 5th St, Sarasota. Call 941-330-9274 or email Susan@ TheGoddessShoppe.net.

“Positive Lifestyle” Workshop - 5:30-7pm., every Tues. OVERCOMING FEAR. Come together, network, & meet like-minded people in a supportive environment that fosters meaningful relationships.

It’s time to get motivated, focus on your growth mindset, & thrive personally & professionally. Certified Career, Business & Life Coach, Jill Larson and Certified Nutrition & Fitness Coach, Christal Borg will take you deep inside yourself to remove your self-limiting beliefs & discover your strengths. $20 donation. Larson Natural Health Center, 3560 S. Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, Jill@PositiveSolutionsForSuccess. com or call 941-363-6744 to save your spot today!

Aya Despacho – A Sacred Shamanic Grief Ceremony - 6-8pm. This is a beautiful and very moving ceremony where we come together in the

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spirit of community to celebrate the life of someone recently departed or passing to bring balance and energetic closure. We will build a “Despacho” (a prayer bundle) consisting of layers of various elemental ingredients that have been infused with our own personal prayers, hopes and wishes for our loved ones who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge to the Afterlife. With Vicky Edgerly. $20, all supplies included. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman. com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

“How & Why Crystals Work” - A Left Brain, Western Perspective Based on Science & Technology - 6-7:30pm. With Kathy Keh. Did you know that modern civilization as we know it today would come to a grinding halt if it weren’t for crystals?

Without crystals like quartz, pyrite, graphite, rubies and even sapphires we wouldn’t be able to tell time, read our email, listen to music, have a knee replacement, watch Netflix, and even light our gas grills!!! Come learn how and why crystals fuel our everyday lives and why no one can live without them. Elysian Fields, 1273 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, Info@ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

Life Mastery 1: Examining the Window of Consciousness - 6pm. With philosopher and author Elizabeth A. Wilson. A lively and sensual exploration of the human consciousness and why a systematic approach to healing enhances your results. In this 60-minute workshop, enjoy evocative visual modelling, story-telling and essential oil infused chocolate tasting, woven together to demonstrate a powerful perspective on the relationship between your consciousness and your healing results. Love donation to Shelterbox for Syrian refugees. Longevity Wellness Clinic, 528 48th St, Court East, Bradenton, 941-923-9355, LongevityWellnessClinic.com, contact Programs@LongevityWC.com.

Intro to Healing - 7-8:30pm. With Rev. Lisa Johnson.

Discover and learn what spiritual healing is, the effect it has on mind, body and spirit, and the difference it can make in your life and for others. This class will be informational and experiential and is open to all. $15. Sarasota Center of Light. 852 S Tuttle Ave. Sarasota, 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12 Meditation to Enhance Well-Being - 1-2:30pm.

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

Next session March 26th. Reconnect to the energy and inspiration of your True Nature, enjoy peace and renewed energies for mind, body and soul. $10 donation requested, further info call or text 941402-9595. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship 3231 Gulf gate Dr, Suite 204, Sarasota. More info, CMFSarasota.org, CarolineCrawford.org or Facebook: Caroline Crawford - Timeless Teachings. A warm welcome awaits you.

“Moving Free’ w/ Deb Ritter - 1-3pm. Inspired by her mother’s final declaration the she “must move free,” Deb Vaughan Ritter embarked on a remarkable journey of awakening. Along the way, she learned how to “move free, right here, right now” every surprising day. Utilizing the metaphor of a challenging mountain hike, she fearlessly chronicles her transformative trek and encourages the reader to navigate their challenges with courage and hope and to “spiral up” to new heights of love, peace, joy, and freedom. The grounded yet uplifting tenets in this book are accessible to all, whatever their age, stage in life, or belief system. Free.

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From the Common Cold to the Coronavirus 6pm. With Dr. Cynthia Clark, AP. How Chinese Medicine Boosts the Immune System. Why do we get sick? Do you ever wonder why the girl in the cube next to you never gets the bug going around, while you’re permanently stuck in cold and flu season? For thousands of years Chinese Medicine has been identifying the root cause of colds and flus.

Learn about why this medical lens is so effective and get healthier in the long run! Fee: Love donation to Shelterbox for Syrian refugees. Longevity Wellness Clinic, 528 48th St, Court East, Bradenton, 941923-9355, LongevityWellnessClinic.com, contact Programs@LongevityWC.com.

Positive Aging - 6-7:30pm. Life expectancy has improved over the past few decades. Most of us will look forward to over twenty years in retirement. How we choose to address our aging bodies and minds during this time is up to us. Our beliefs in aging play a big role in our health and happiness.

With Diane Lang $15. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Manatee Sarasota Sierra Club General Meeting - 7pm. Speaker Michael McGrath represents the Florida Chapter of the Sierra Club as an organizer for the Chapter’s Red Tide and Wild Lands campaigns will focus on the statewide development threats. Sarasota Garden Club, 1131 Ave of the Arts.

FRIDAY, MARCH 13 Gallery by Advanced Student Mediums - 7-9pm.

On this night a number of our advanced student mediums will present a SPIRIT MESSAGES GALLERY, supported by two of our certified Spirit Mediums. Each attendee will have the opportunity to receive information from their spirit loved ones or guides, by the different styles of each student.

Come and enjoy this fun and informative evening. $10 donation is requested. See FREE COUPON for 1st time attendees, on our Facebook site. Facebook is: CMF of Sarasota. CMFSarasota.org, Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, 941-266-8435.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14 The Creative Arts Association of Lakewood Ranch is hosting its Spring Art Show & Sale 9am-4pm. The art show will feature original works of art by local artists in mediums including: Painting; Sculpture; Fiber Arts; Ceramics; Stained Glass; Jewelry and more!! Admission is FREE. Lakewood Ranch Town Hall (8175 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.).

Abundance Revolution Workshop - 10am2:30pm. Create Greater Abundance with Ease and Flow! When you begin understanding the Universal Laws of Creation and the tools that are part of this program you will begin experiencing more abundance in every aspect of your life. Participants have reported a heightened feeling of abundance, a greater sense of security and self-confidence and an overall sense of well-being. create greater abundance, success in your life. With Annindita Palaus. $99 in advance, $129/ATD. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Mindfully Happy-Waking Up to Life - 10:30am12:30pm. “It is not uncommon for people to spend their whole life waiting to start living” Eckhart Tolle.

Mindfulness is being in the present moment, so you

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can experience a happy, healthy life. This class will give you the tools to live a more positive and mindful life. Learn ways to make mindfulness part of your everyday life. Learn ways to live your authentic life.

With Diane Lang. $20 The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Experience HU, the Sound of Soul - 11am-noon.

Chanting HU can bring you peace, calm, and harmony, regardless of your religion, culture, or walk of life. There will be 15-20 minutes of chanting followed by 2-5 minutes of quiet contemplation, then a discussion and light refreshments. Visit Eckankarblog.org/sound-of-soul for a video and further explanation of the Sound of Soul. Free. Conference Room, Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd., Venice, 941-358-0325, Meetup.com/EckankarInSarasota. For others’ spiritual viewpoints on profound topics such as life after death, relationships, and more, go to Eckankarblog.org The Finale Attunement Class - 12noon - 5pm.

This Master class brings it all together. It expands on the art and frequency of the Reiki Master Practitioner. This ancient hands-on healing art is as good and powerful as its perceiver. An opportunity here to get out of the way and let spirit take over. Handed down lineage to lineage this is a class for the initiate. $122. At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. in Sarasota. For info/questions call Rev. Zan Benham, 941-586-9087.

Charity Event by Medium Caroline Crawford 2-4pm. All proceeds go to F.E.L.T. (Feeding Empty Little Tummies) of children in Manatee County. Caroline brings messages from your loved ones with profound clarity. The healing energies that radiate, profoundly touch hearts, creating greater balance, harmony and happiness. This non-profit charity has a backpack program to meet the nutritional needs of homeless children, that may go hungry at weekends.

F.E.L.T serves 130,000+ meals per year! Please help underprivileged children. $25 donation requested. If you can’t attend but would like to donate, please go to FeltInc.org. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota. More info CarolineCrawford.org, Facebook: Caroline Crawford - Timeless Teachings, or CMFSarasota. org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

SUNDAY, MARCH 15 Experience HU, the Sound of Soul - 10-11am.

Chanting HU can bring you peace, calm, and harmony, regardless of your religion, culture, or walk of life. There will be 15-20 minutes of chanting followed by 2-5 minutes of quiet contemplation, then a discussion and light refreshments. Visit Eckankarblog.org/sound-of-soul for a video and further explanation of the Sound of Soul. Free. ECKANKAR Center and Reading Room, 3650F Webber St., Sarasota, 941-358-0325, Meetup.com/EckankarInSarasota. What about the spiritual aspects of health and healing? Take your search to Eckankarblog.org.

Sunday Afternoon Healing Outreach - 1-2pm.

Be our guest and receive an energetic healing in a loving atmosphere of friendship, honor, positive energy & devotion. Open-to-everyone. Energetic healing works on different levels of your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual being, enhancing everything in life. One of the greatest health benefits may be stress reduction and relaxation, which triggers the body’s natural healing abilities (immune system), aids in better sleep, and enhances overall well-being. With Richard Powell. $15, Suggested Donation. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman. com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Great Romantic Piano with Eleonora Lvov - 4pm.

World acclaimed Russian virtuoso and popular recording artist, Eleonora Lvov, plays a broad spectrum of music – with the artist’s own personal impressions and historical remarks. Her program includes magnificent works from Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninov, Gershwin and others. Experience romance and poetry with this “luminous, boldly emotive pianist with staggering technique who emanates ardent passion and spirituality through music”. ‘”Eleonora Lvov has achieved world-wide acclaim as a piano virtuoso and popular recording artist. Winner of prestigious International competitions, she performs widely as a soloist with major orchestras and in recitals throughout the US, Europe and Russia. She is a dynamic teacher of master classes and music history, and also conducts private lessons for all levels in her studio in Sarasota.”

Free. Yamaha Concert Hall: 4223 S. Tamiami Tr, Sarasota, 941-358-0235, EleonoraLvov.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 17 “Positive Lifestyle” Workshop - 5:30-7pm, every Tues. WHAT’S YOUR PURPOSE? Come together, network, & meet like-minded people in a supportive environment that fosters meaningful relationships.

It’s time to get motivated, focus on your growth mindset, & thrive personally & professionally. Certified Career, Business & Life Coach, Jill Larson and Certified Nutrition & Fitness Coach, Christal Borg will take you deep inside yourself to remove your self-limiting beliefs & discover your strengths. $20 donation. Larson Natural Health Center, 3560 S. Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, Jill@PositiveSolutionsForSuccess. com or call 941-363-6744 to save your spot today!

Eat Rich - How to Use Every Sense to Enrich Your Food Experience - 6pm.With health coach Tatiana Thompson. This 60-minute class explores the history and science of how and why we eat with our senses.

You will experience how to use every one of your senses to enhance your eating practice and why it is so necessary for your optimal health. You will be able to immediately implement what you learn which will improve how you choose to nourish your body.

(This class is part of The You Eating movement SM).

Love donation to Shelterbox for Syrian refugees.

Longevity Wellness Clinic, 528 48th St, Court East, Bradenton, 941-923-9355, LongevityWellnessClinic. com, contact Programs@LongevityWC.com.

Intro to Metaphysical Spirituality - 7-8:30pm.

With Rev. Jim Toole. Discover and learn how to live spiritually (Spirituality) above the physical (Metaphysical). This informative and experiential class will reveal how Metaphysical Spirituality can awaken and inspire you to living a more fulfilling and purposeful life. $15 (nobody turned away). Sarasota Center of Light. 852 S Tuttle Ave. Sarasota, 941953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 Meditation Class at the Brain Wave Center with Nurturing Sol Healing Arts - 8:30am. In this class, we will explore different types of meditation to help ease your nervous system and bring your awareness back to the body and breath. Discussion will be held before and after each session to help support your meditation practice in the group. Participants may choose to utilize neurofeedback training in conjunction with meditation or practice meditation alone. We will also work together to support you in developing a meditation practice at home. We recommend 6-10 consistent sessions to see improvements in body and mind. $20, space is limited. Join us at the Kress Building located at 1440 Main Street, Sarasota, 941552-4500, BrainWaveCenters.com.

ECK Wisdom on Spiritual Freedom - 6-7pm. What Is the Secret of True Freedom? Are you everything you want to be? You came into this life to spread your wings and live in freedom– heart, mind, and Soul! We will be discussing various tools described in the new book ECK Wisdom on Spiritual Freedom, which will be given, as a gift to attendees. Free.

ECKANKAR Center and Reading Room, 3650 F Webber St., Sarasota, 941-358-0325, Meetup.com/ EckankarInSarasota. Have you been looking for ways to overcome fear? Others share their experiences at Eckankarblog.org

THURSDAY, MARCH 19 “Sync into Sound” - 6:30-7:30pm. With Lucy Tight.

The Sound Journey is an inner journey guided by numerous sounds, all with varying frequencies and vibrations... each resonating with different parts of the body. These tones can lead you into a state of total relaxation in which healing and connection to our higher consciousness can take place. Please wear comfortable clothes, bring a yoga mat, a pillow, eye pillow (we have extra if you need one) & blanket, as the room might be a bit cold. In these Journeys you will be guided by the sounds that Lucy & Wayne (certified Sound Therapists) make using Crystal Alchemy bowls, gongs, tuning forks, chimes, crystal harps and other beautiful instruments. $40. Elysian Fields, 1273 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, Info@ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 20 Finding Your Totem - 7-9pm. Cheryl Buchanan will take you through several methods to find the totems that mean the most to you at this time in your life. This process includes a guided imagery to reveal what animals come to see and help each class member. Then Cheryl will use the wonderful Medicine Card Layout by Jamie Sands to discover more about your animals. If you know some of your totems – GREAT but come and meet some of the others. You will receive handouts for future reference and so you can better be aware when your helpers come through. $20 donation is requested.

Reservations please, call or text 937-418-7068.

Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota. CMFSarasota.org, Facebook is CMF of Sarasota.

SATURDAY, MARCH 21 A-ha! Holistic Health Expo -10am-5pm. A conference forum. Hear the latest at entertaining and informative seminars including healing, health, physical and emotional support, intuition, and additional topics you won’t want to miss! Lectures Include: alternative health, bodies in motion, connecting to nature & spirit, eating for health as well as meet and greets with national celebrities. $10 includes admission and ALL conferences, music, demos, and mini workshops. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Celestial Mystical Fair - 11am-4pm. Come and learn what Spring & Summer have in store for you. Experienced mediums and healers available.

20 min. reading/$25 donation. We will also have a crystal bowl healer/reader, card readers and healers working. Plus, we will offer pendulums, homemade essential oil health blends, crafts and other handmade gifts for sale. Come for the fun, and to benefit from any one or several of the services being offered. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, 941-266-8435, CMFSarasota.org, Facebook is CMF of Sarasota.

Inquire Within Goddess Shoppe - 11am-1pm.

Susan Milligan will be discussing our character defenses and how they distort our energy fields and impact our relationships. For the ultimate healing experience, we must explore our emotional defenses - these are the emotional reactions and mental rationalizations we use to guard ourselves against emotional pain. We use our defenses to avoid feeling uncomfortable and inconvenient emotions and then they gradually become habitual and unconscious.

This type of thinking or reacting can block our spiritual development and dull our joy as well as our pain. By recognizing and exploring our character defenses we can have more conscious living in our relationships. Investment $20. 1653 5th St, Sarasota.

Please R.S.V.P. by March 20th, call 941-330-9274, or email Susan@TheGoddessShoppe.net.

SUNDAY, MARCH 22 ECK Light and Sound Service - 11am-noon.

Connecting the Diamonds. Every event in our life is part of a divine plan, a diamond, including so called mistakes or chance happenings. Invisible lines connect these diamonds in every possible direction and combination. Learn about connecting the diamonds in your life. Free. ECKANKAR Center and Reading Room, 3650F Webber St., Sarasota, 941-358-0325, Meetup.com/EckankarInSarasota. Have you wished you had used love instead of anger but didn’t know how? Find out ways that others accomplished that at Eckankarblog.org Shamanic Stone Divination - 2-4pm. Discover how to use the most powerful tool in existence for their own personal guidance (your own intuition!), but they have fun doing it! Gone are the days of dry, boring and often times, intimidating lectures and workshops. Now is the time to bring more joy into the process of self-discovery and soul growth and this workshop does just that. With Vicky Edgerly. $29 includes a pouch of stones for participants to take home. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 24 “Positive Lifestyle” Workshop - 5:30-7pm, every Tues. BE PROACTIVE. Come together, network, & meet like-minded people in a supportive environment that fosters meaningful relationships. It’s time to get motivated, focus on your growth mindset, & thrive personally & professionally. Certified Career, Business & Life Coach, Jill Larson and Certified Nutrition & Fitness Coach, Christal Borg will take you deep inside yourself to remove your self-limiting beliefs & discover your strengths. $20 donation.

Larson Natural Health Center, 3560 S. Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, Jill@PositiveSolutionsForSuccess.com or call 941-363-6744 to save your spot today!

“Use Scientific Principles to Supercharge Crystals That Help You to Align You with Life Path & Purpose” - 6:30-7:30pm. With Kathy Keh. For some of you the idea of supercharging your crystals to achieve something meaningful in your life is a woo woo kind of thing. It was for me until I did some left-brain research and learned that crystals do in fact help us to manifest our deepest desires and heartfelt wishes by acting like powerful radio signals out into the Universe. Come learn how to use the science behind crystals to live a brighter more joyful life. Elysian Fields, 1273 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, Info@ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

Exploring the Spiritual Laws - 7-8:30pm. With Jeff Rosenthal. The seven spiritual laws are paramount to our existence, although most people aren’t

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aware of them. This class will delve into the seven spiritual laws, discuss how they affect your life and how you can become more aware and effective in your life. $15.

Sarasota Center of Light. 852 S Tuttle Ave. Sarasota, 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

needed. $20 donation requested. RESERVATIONS PLEASE by March 19th. Call or text to 941-5399703. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFSarasota. org, Facebook is CMF of Sarasota.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 28

Mudra Meditation - 11:30am-12:30pm. In guided meditation format, you practice mudras (finger poses) to ease tension & stress; quiet your mind; connect with your inner joy & serenity and more!

In 1912 Jiro Murai used these mudras to prove that they release circulation blockages & he was cured of a terminal illness. This was the beginning of Jin Shin Jyutsu® as we know it today! Register by 10am, the day of the meditation. Only $10! Cash or check. Suncoast Jin Shin Jyutsu, 820 Central Ave, Sarasota. Contact: Michelle 941-228-2972, Michelle@Suncoastjsj.com, Suncoastjsj.com.

Tarot and the Astrological Layout -10am-4pm.

Ready to amaze your clients with pinpoint accuracy on any person or issue? Is there a raise coming soon?

Is there a new lover on the horizon? Is their growth on track for spiritual awareness? This is a dynamic method using the tarot cards, astrology and numerology in an innovative approach toward interpretation and integration of meanings. Prior knowledge of astrology is unnecessary, need understanding of card meanings.

With John Maerz. $69. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

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

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

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

Inquire Within Goddess Shoppe - 11am-1pm.

Magic! It’s a sexy word for sure! Magic has become trendy, however, the phrase, ‘a little knowledge is a dangerous thing,’ certainly applies when it comes to doing Magic. Creating your own magic so you don’t become beholden to a ‘spiritual’ MLM hierarchy when using magic is key. Join us for an exploration on using Magic with clear intention in your life. Investment $20. 1653 5th St, Sarasota. Please R.S.V.P. by March 27th, call 941-330-9274, or email Susan@TheGoddessShoppe.net.

Learn In-Depth About Fascia - 7pm. With Dr. Eric Winder. You are invited to attend an evening program, where you can learn in-depth about fascia, why it is important, and how to solve fascia problems when they create pain. Case examples will be discussed, a treatment demonstration will be provided, and a Q&A session will follow the presentation. Arrive at 6:50pm for refreshments, and the program itself will take place from 7-8 pm Free.

RSVP, 941-957-8390. GentleBay Chiropractic, 3131 S Tamiami Trail, #102, Sarasota, GentleBay.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 26 Qigong & Meditation - 7:30am. With Dr. Cynthia Clark AP. Enjoy a gentle and restorative session with an award-winning medical Qi Gong practitioner.

Love donation to Shelterbox for Syrian refugees.

Longevity Wellness Clinic, 528 48th St, Court East, Bradenton, 941-923-9355, LongevityWellnessClinic.com, contact Programs@LongevityWC.com.

Reversing Chronic Pain Naturally! - 6pm. With Dr. Ernesto Fernandez, DOM, AP, LMHC. The Opioid Crisis wouldn’t exist if there wasn’t a Chronic Pain epidemic! Whether your pain is from an injury, fall, post-surgical complications, burns or unknown reasons, you will discover the little-known contributing factors that make pain linger and become chronic. In this 60-minute class you’ll also learn natural drugfree comprehensive options for resolving Chronic Pain. Love donation to Shelterbox for Syrian refugees. Longevity Wellness Clinic, 528 48th St, Court East, Bradenton, 941-923-9355, LongevityWellnessClinic.com, contact Programs@LongevityWC.com.

Journey Through Canvas - 7-9pm.Tammy Kubiak will share a vision and journey through canvas and paint. You will find how connected we are to each other after a visual meditation. All will start painting with equal timing and then moving over to the next painter’s seat to add to the vision, then move again until you have added to each other’s canvas.

Sharing each finished painting with discussion to compare our journey, and then take home the one you started. Tammy will provide all the supplies

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Tea Leaf Readings and Message Circle - 11am12pm. Sit for a tea leaf reading and see what mysteries this life holds for you! You’ll be poured a cup of tea and drink it leisurely. Think about what you’d like to manifest in the coming year, laugh, chat. Instructions given on this ancient, profound technique. Mediums will read the leaves in a cup for each person. A fun, healthful way to receive a personal message and open up psychic abilities.

With Victoria Ackerman and Barbara Harrison. $20 - includes all supplies. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Spiritual Discussion - 11am-noon. Have You Had a Spiritual Experience? Come share and learn more about spiritual experiences such as coincidences, guidance from departed ones or angels, dreams, past lives, and soul travel. These topics come from the Spiritual Experiences Guidebook which will be given as a gift to attendees. Free. Mid County Regional Library, Meeting Room B, 2050 Forest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte, 941-358-0325, Meetup.com/ EckankarInSarasota. Have you experienced strong intuitions and inner guidance? Wondered about past lives? Others who have share at Eckankarblog.org.

Fairy and Elfin House Building Workshop - 121pm. This workshop is fun for the young and young at heart! We’ll walk you through laying out a base to support your Fairy & Elfin House, painting, structural additions like twigs, feathers, moss, leaves and flowers, we will share different ideas you can use with items from our “fairy creations table” as well as the items you bring. With Barbara Harrison. $25 -includes some supplies, plus bring whatever you wish to use in your creation. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Mandala Dot Painting - 1-4pm. Simone Santangelo will show and assist you in creating your own Mandala disc on poured plaster casts with paints and tools that she provides. The meaning of the word mandala in Sanskrit is circle. Mandala is a spiritual and ritual symbol in Hinduism and Buddhism, representing the universe. ... it is sometimes drawn as a

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classifieds HOUSECLEANING. Enjoy your free time and let us do what we do best: Housecleaning to your healthy satisfaction. Call Paula for a free estimate 941-320-4052. circle enclosing a square, with a deity on each side, and is often used to aid in meditation and yoga. All materials will be supplied for this fun, creative and meaningful class. Donation of $35. Please call 941993-6235 for reservation - class will be limited to 6 people. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFSarasota. org, Facebook is CMF of Sarasota.

Saint Tone Duo, Tony Lavorgna and Janie Boisclair, Energize Your Vibes Keynote Concert 7-8:30pm. Experience a fresh reboot at this Positive, Self-Empowering musical performance with Saint Tone. Enjoy an uplifting, audience participation, energizing evening! Tony & Janie perform original music with a vibration that encourages positive thinking and a rebooting of your life. $20. Sarasota Center of Light. 852 S Tuttle Ave. Sarasota, 941953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 29 The Universal Service -10:30am. This weekly egalitarian worship service celebrates all of humanity’s religions and spiritual traditions on a single altar. Reverends rotate leading the services each week. Rev. Zan Benham will officiate this one and her talk is on “Continuing To Hold The Light, The Love and The Joy.” At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota. Something for everybody. RisingTideInternational.org, Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

Sunday Afternoon Healing Outreach - 1-2pm.

Be our guest and receive an energetic healing in a loving atmosphere of friendship, honor, positive energy & devotion. Open-to-everyone. Energetic healing works on different levels of your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual being, enhancing everything in life. One of the greatest health benefits may be stress reduction and relaxation, which triggers the body’s natural healing abilities (immune system), aids in better sleep, and enhances overall well-being. With Richard Powell. $15 Suggested Donation. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman. com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 31 Inquire Within Goddess Shoppe - Get the ‘Ick’ off your ‘Wow’! Are you ready for an energy ‘tune-up’ or assistance in defining clear and healthy boundaries to avoid being pulled into social or family drama? Whether you need charging of your energy field, balancing of chakras, clearing dense and heavy energy, or an energy tune-up, come in for a Goddess Healing by Susan. Let’s get that ‘ick off your Wow.’ By appointment only. 1653 5th St, Sarasota. Call 941-330-9274, or email Susan@ TheGoddessShoppe.net.

“Positive Lifestyle” Workshop - 5:30-7pm, every Tues. PERSONAL GROWTH. Come together, network, & meet like-minded people in a supportive environment that fosters meaningful relationships. It’s time to get motivated, focus on your growth mindset, & thrive personally & professionally. Certified Career, Business & Life Coach, Jill Larson and Certified Nutrition & Fitness Coach, Christal Borg will take you deep inside yourself to remove your self-limiting beliefs & discover your strengths. $20 donation.

Larson Natural Health Center, 3560 S. Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, Jill@PositiveSolutionsForSuccess.com or call 941-363-6744 to save your spot today!

Introduction to Light Language Healing - 7-8:30pm.

Many are finding the answers to these struggles in an ancient and sacred healing method that speaks directly to your heart and soul—called Light Language. This is not a language that is understood at the physical level however our soul soak’s up the words and the codes it contains allowing for profound healing and transformation. It is also helps people lose weight, lower their stress, get over addictions, and much more! With Lara Jaye. $20. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman. com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Personal Responsibility - 7-8:30pm. With Rev. Phyllis Lambert. Learn how to create a fulfilling life by taking personal responsibility. This vital spiritual principle is a key that unlocks more freedom, fulfillment and awakening in life. Discover the difference it makes to be able to have a more powerful ability to respond (responsibility) to the world around you. $15. Sarasota Center of Light. 852 S Tuttle Ave. Sarasota, 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

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SATURDAY APRIL 4 Fairy Faire at Payne Park - 10am-4pm. Exhibitors, Intuitive Readers, Live Music, Food, Fairy House Contest, Dancers, 30’ Fairy Castle.

Celebrating the wonders of the natural world, and all the beings that inhabit it. For all ages. For Elfin & Sylvan Folk, Wood Sprites & Faerie Folk, and All you Humans who still Believe in Magic. $5 admission, kids free. Payne Park Auditorium and Surrounding Grounds, 2100 East Laurel St, Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman. com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

on going events

sunday Sunday Morning Wake up Class - 9am. With David Hawkins. Think outside the box and find new answers. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, 941-955-3301.

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

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

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

Unity of Sarasota – 10am. Sunday Daily Word and Meditation until 10:15, before the 10:30 Sunday Celebration service. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-9553301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Sunday Service at CMF - 10:30am. Please join us each Sunday morning for spiritual healing, an inspirational talk, special music and messages from spirit. Leave refreshed and inspired to start the new week. We feature a variety of speakers and spirit message bearers throughout the year. Refreshments

SUNDAY, APRIL 5 Vibration-Raising TSU Community Potluck - 121:30pm. Come to a get together of light minds and hearts in a casual environment with a welcoming group. Bring your favorite dish. This event will be held directly after the Sunday Celebration (held from 10:30am to 12:00pm). Bring your instruments if you wish to join in. You’ll find people to connect with through spirit, music, and food. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

TUESDAY, APRIL 7 “Positive Lifestyle” Workshop - 5:30-7pm, every Tues. BE MINDFUL. Come together, network, & meet like-minded people in a supportive environment that fosters meaningful relationships. It’s time to get motivated, focus on your growth mindset, & thrive personally & professionally. Certified Career, Business & Life Coach, Jill Larson and Certified Nutrition & Fitness Coach, Christal Borg will take you deep inside yourself to remove your self-limiting beliefs & discover your strengths. $20 donation.

Larson Natural Health Center, 3560 S. Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, Jill@PositiveSolutionsForSuccess.com or call 941-363-6744 to save your spot today!

TUESDAY, APRIL 14 “Positive Lifestyle” Workshop - 5:30-7pm, every Tues. TIME MGT SKILLS. Come together, network, & meet like-minded people in a supportive environment that fosters meaningful relationships. It’s time to get motivated, focus on your growth mindset, & thrive personally & professionally. Certified Career, Business & Life Coach, Jill Larson and Certified Nutrition & Fitness Coach, Christal Borg will take you deep inside yourself to remove your self-limiting

and fellowship period follow the service. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Dr., Suite 204, Sarasota. 941-266-8435, CMFSarasota. org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

Sunday Celebration - 10:30am-12pm. Join us for a beautiful celebration each Sunday in the Spiritualist tradition. We begin with healings at 10:30am, followed by inspirational trance lectures at 11am.

Each service is ended with inspiring and uplifting Spirit Messages. We invite people of all faiths and backgrounds. With Rev. Mary Linn Clarke and Rev. Thomas Clarke. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Ave, Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

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

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

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

Unity of Sarasota- 10:30am. The uplifting service begins with music and a powerful talk by Rev. Dr. Suzi Schadle with music by Rob Satori. All are welcome.

3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Sunday Morning Celebration Service - 11am.

(Spiritual Healing available 10:30–11am). We celebrate life in an uplifting and inspirational morn-

beliefs & discover your strengths. $20 donation.

Larson Natural Health Center, 3560 S. Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, Jill@PositiveSolutionsForSuccess.com or call 941-363-6744 to save your spot today!

TUESDAY, APRIL 21 “Positive Lifestyle” Workshop - 5:30-7pm, every Tues. LETTING GO. Come together, network, & meet like-minded people in a supportive environment that fosters meaningful relationships. It’s time to get motivated, focus on your growth mindset, & thrive personally & professionally. Certified Career, Business & Life Coach, Jill Larson and Certified Nutrition & Fitness Coach, Christal Borg will take you deep inside yourself to remove your self-limiting beliefs & discover your strengths. $20 donation.

Larson Natural Health Center, 3560 S. Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, Jill@PositiveSolutionsForSuccess.com or call 941-363-6744 to save your spot today!

TUESDAY, APRIL 28TH “Positive Lifestyle” Workshop - 5:30-7pm, every Tues. FINANCIAL WELLNESS. Come together, network, & meet like-minded people in a supportive environment that fosters meaningful relationships. It’s time to get motivated, focus on your growth mindset, & thrive personally & professionally. Certified Career, Business & Life Coach, Jill Larson and Certified Nutrition & Fitness Coach, Christal Borg will take you deep inside yourself to remove your self-limiting beliefs & discover your strengths. $20 donation.

Larson Natural Health Center, 3560 S. Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, Jill@PositiveSolutionsForSuccess. com or call 941-363-6744 to save your spot today!

ing service that includes singing, music, a guided meditation, greeting of the community and an inspirational talk by Rev. Jim Toole. Vibrational Healing - 10:30 – 11am in the sanctuary. Enjoy the energy, fellowship and inspiration of this Spiritual Community. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light Sunday Services - 10:30am. Open Heart Divine Healing Service with Rev Sharon-Elizabeth James (1st Sunday of the month). Rev. Eric Watrous, Connecting with Angels, Masters and Teachers (2nd Sunday of the month), Rev. Molly Friedenfeld, Inspirational Sunday (3rd Sunday of the month), Rev. Mary Gemming, Ph.D., Ascended Master Teachings (4th Sunday of the month). Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-3719333, CCOSL.com.

Center for Spiritual Living Cultural Coast 11am. Join us the first Sunday each month for a contemplative/meditative experience. The rest of the month is a bit more lively - always an inspiring message based on the Science of Mind (New Thought) philosophy, featuring local & internationally known musicians. Sarasota Garden Club, 1131 Blvd of the Arts, Contact Rev. Theresa Fieberts 941-376-0177, CSLCulturalCoast.org.

Sunday Evening Celebration Service - 7pm. Our evening service is special for the Spirit communication offered by our Pastor, Rev. Jim Toole, one of our mediums, or a guest medium. Experience the inspiration and joy as we come together for an

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inspirational talk, singing, music, prayer and celebrating life. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

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

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

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

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

FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

Paganism - 6:30-8:30pm. A series of classes to answer questions, dispel myths, and teach you on how to connect with your inner witch presented by Pagan high-priestess Helen Greene. This 12-week course is designed give students a solid foundation with a new topic each week including practical exercises to enhance ones’ spiritual life. Please come join us and discover what natures’ power has to offer.

With Helen Green. $10. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Pub Theology - 6:30-8pm, the 2nd Mon. of the month.

With Rev. Amy Zehe. Bring your Spiritual questions.

Meets at Pub 32, 8383 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.

Anchoring Light Channeled Meditation 6:45pm. With Dr. Rev Sharon-Elizabeth (Baba Sharone). Award winning Anchoring Light Channeled Meditation serving the Ascension of our planet with

the Ascended Realms as Anchors of Light every Monday since July 16, 2007! Love Offering. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Intuitive Energy Exchange-Conscious Creation - 7-8:30pm. Strengthen your connection to your higher self in this Spirit guided experience into Self Realization, Soul Reintegration and Life Revitalization. Learn meditative breathing/clearing techniques to center and ground your life force.

Practice creative visualization and design an affirmation to empower your true will to create a life of renewed passion, refined focus and sustaining joy for your soul’s purpose. With Lynn Cat Neal. $20.

The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

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

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

tuesday CBD Tea with the Herbalist - 10am-12pm. Join our on-site herbalist, Paige Charron, for informal Q&A on topics of hemp CBD and herbalism for health. As always, customers are always provided a cup of herbal

tea and free samples of CBD if they choose. Wild Ginger Apothecary, 6557 Superior Avenue in Gulf Gate, 941-312-5630, WildGingerApothecary.com.

Unlock Your Psychic Senses - 2:30-4pm. Discovering different psychic and intuitive practices is made fun in this dynamic, exploratory class! From lucid dreaming to psychometry, seeing auras to telepathy, we will be diving into a different topic every week to explore what they are and how to apply them using our own psychic gifts. This is a great opportunity to learn new techniques, as well as to share your own experiences and methods with your peers. With Barbara Harrison. $15. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

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

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

Creative Manifestation - 4-5pm. Everyone has experienced that joyful moment when the light flashes on - the Ah-ha! of intuitive connection, messages and creativity from another dimension or your higher consciousness. This class will give you the tools you need to open up new frontiers, find your own resolution to everyday problems and aid you in decision-making. You may learn to see things in new ways. Through simple step-by-step exercises that require no special abilities. With Barbara Harrison. $7 includes supplies. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

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Private Sessions: Counseling, Energy Work, Reiki, Hypnosis, Past Life Regression, Soul Retrieval, Intuitive and Oracle Card Readings Tuesdays on-going – Mastering the Law of Attraction, 7-9pm Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd. Sun. Mar. 29 – Universal Service, 10:30am Reiki Saturday Series Reiki III 1 – Mar. 7, Reiki III 2, Master Attunement– Mar. 14 Both at Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota Rev. Zan Benham (Butterfly Deerwoman) www.woman-spirit.com • Zan@woman-spirit.com • 941-922-7839 Visionary • Intuitive Counselor • Shamanism • Reiki Master Teacher • Ceremonialist • Reader

Energetic Chakra Balancing - 6-7pm. Do you have difficulty concentrating, sleep problems, feeling helpless, not able to express yourself, lack motivation, close off to others or not able to accomplish goals?

It’s possible that your chakras are out of alignment.

Maintaining a healthy body and mind that are perfectly in balance with one another is a possible endeavor.

With Barbara Harrison. $10. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

An Evening of REIKI Healing - 7-8pm. Reiki is a technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. These brief sessions are offered through non-touch, with the practitioner’s hands placed and held on a series of locations on the head and front of the torso and sometimes limbs to a fully clothed recipient. If you have never experienced Reiki now is the time to try it. With Barbara Harrison. $15 suggested donation. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Gifts of the Earth: Crystals & Stones - 7-8pm.

Learn the gifts of the Earth, crystals and stones that may enhance your health and well-being. Classes are an on-going class. Something new every week.

These magical gems, when used with different spiritual modalities like astrology, Tarot and pendulum, can increase the positive effects of chakra balancing, Reiki and meditation. For spirit practitioners can enhance ability to receive a stronger response. Gain the confidence to use crystal and stones on a daily basis.

With Cathy Zapsalis. $10. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Arcturian Multi-Dimensional Healing - 7-9pm.

Assist In The Acceleration of Planetary and Human Ascension. Join along with Jon Rios as he transmits uplifting multi-dimensional healing frequencies to assist in the acceleration of our spiritual growth and evolution. These energetic frequencies act as catalysts for awakening our spiritual DNA in remembrance of our infinite potential and inherent magnificence. This process involves healing with celestial energies and a highly spiritually developed collective consciousness whose energies are immensely powerful and filled with Divine Love, in direct alignment with our Higher Selves.$10. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Mastering the Law of Attraction - 7-9pm. This class takes you to the leading edge of co-creation, working with the Principles of the Laws of Cause/ Effect or Sow/Reap. This is a study and support group for living life as masterfully as we can, given our various quirks and preferences of life. We move forward in our understanding of the Law of “if you ask it is given.” $10. At Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd. Sarasota. Rev. Zan Benham, 941-9227839, Zan@Woman-Spirit.com, Woman-Spirit.com.

Psychic Practice Circle - 7-9pm. During this continuing series, come together with like-minded individuals to practice your psychic and mediumship skills. Develop and expand your intuitive abilities in a supportive and caring atmosphere. This is not a class, but rather an opportunity to advance and share your sacred gifts in friendly environment.

Each session will be preceded by a brief meditation and blessing. Open to all regardless of experience.

Join us for one, any, or all weeks! With AnnMarie Touchette. $10. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Timeless Teachings - Laws of the Universe - 7pm, every 2nd and 4th Tuesday. With Paul and Caroline Crawford. As you discover the deeper secrets of

universal laws and share in the energy of these advanced teachings, you will feel the calling and purpose of your soul to reach higher vibrations with the collective consciousness, expanding your understanding and awareness. Each session will build on these profound teachings that the nonphysical team known as JERAMA, will convey through Caroline and Paul. Following an initial insightful discourse, you will then be given time to ask direct questions to the team, which are meaningful to you at this time, assisting you on your continued pathway. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to converse with Beings of Light whose soul intention is to assist your ascension and the evolution of humanity. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

wednesday Raindrop Technique Healing with Eva Franklin - Has its origin in the Lakota Native Americans. In its co-creation, it uses nine 100% therapeutic grade essential oils. Scientific research and a growing list of testimonials point that it may help with the following conditions: emotional issues, chronic pain, slipped disc, scoliosis, chronic fatigue syndrome, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, epstein bar virus, immune system, pneumonia, asthma, chronic stress and more. Hablo Español. EvaFranklin26@yahoo. com, 941-961-9540, Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg. G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

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

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

Ongoing Awareness Through Movement at 11am.

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

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

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

Automatic Writing - 6-7pm. Tap into your psychic abilities! Build a channel to the “other side” while communicating through pen and paper. Learn to open your mind and listen to the communication of your guides, loved ones, angels and those who have gone beyond and now wish to communicate.

Beginners welcome. We will provide the inspiration and coaching that will help open your mind to a higher consciousness. With Barbara Harrison. $5.

The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

the book, meditation, sharing and understanding the lessons from the workbook A Course in Miracles assists us with detaching from judgment and attachments of this world in order to “be in this world but not of it.” $10 donation. To register, CCOSL.com.

Tarot Practice Circle - 7-8:30pm. The Tarot is a wonderful tool that can cultivate your intuition. Due to the vast amount of information etched into each of seventy-eight cards in a Tarot deck. To become a good Tarot reader, you need to practice in a safe environment with no judgments. The best kind of practice is with a warm loving community of friends who share your interests and passion for the Tarot. With Barbara Harrison. $5. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

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

Wednesday Candlelight Healing, Intention and Meditation Service - 7pm. Please join us Wednesday evening for the new format of our Healing, Intention and Meditation service. Receive a Spiritual Healing, create healing requests and intentions and join us in a meditation. We share our energy and intentions together in our candlelit sanctuary in a truly a sacred and divine hour of gentle, peaceful, reflection and connection. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

Our Kindred Minds Meditation and Sharing Circle - 7-8pm. Give yourself the positive experience of being part of a group that helps you spiritually, physically and emotionally. So many of us are stressed out and overwhelmed by life and have lost our human connection, it’s time to change that. Come Join us and get recharged, balanced, laugh, and cry, all while making new friends & connections. With Jackie Zimmerman. $10 The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

thursday Exploring Death, Dying and Beyond - 2nd and 4th Thursdays, January thru April. With Brenda Mayberry RN Hospice Nurse and Sandra Strauss, author of several books. Join us if you are caring for a sick or aging loved one, preparing for our own death or a loved one, curious about life after death, dealing with “unfinished business” or experiencing grief, searching for evidence-based answers regarding death, seek to live a more joyous and peace-filled life. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg. G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

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

Awaken Your Intuition - 2:30-4pm. Intuitive abilities are the higher subtle senses that are beyond our rational mind; of knowing, hearing, seeing, sensing, they allow us to perceive information on a more subtle level, to know what to get and what to avoid in our life. They come with us to help guide us on our soul’s journey in life, to help make better decisions, and align to our life’s path, and connect to the universal consciousness.

With Elaine Rhoden. $10. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

A Course in Miracles - 7pm. With Molly Friedenfeld. Discover the peace that resides within you, illuminating the pathway for souls to remember their inner wisdom and brilliance, gather in a sacred circle, spiritual discussion and illuminations from

Romancing the Crone - Talk, Laugh, Learn, and Expand - 4-5pm. Crone is rooted in the word corona…crown. We crones wear the crown of the “wise woman”. We’ll talk life (and past life), spirituality, experiences, hopes and dreams, and what draws life

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force through us. This will be an interactive evolving group. Every week will have a focus or a project.

Each session will begin with a meditation relating to the day’s discussion. Some sessions will have guest leaders from The Spirit University family. With Deni Dreazen. $5. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Mediumship Series - 6:30-8:30pm., March 12 and 19. Learn the various stages of trance, experience different types of trance. We will go through what you are feeling when you are approaching a trance state and how to “let go” effectively with trust and guidance, how to go into trance safely. We will go over how ectoplasm is used for materialization, what it is, and how to recognize this phenomenon. With Mary Linn Clarke. $15. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Higher Self Activation & Empowerment - 7pm.

With Mark Libowitz, M.A., MSW. Release hold patterns and move into clarity. Improve physical and emotional health and vitality. Attract the best people and situations. Learn enduring Daily Practices. Awaken & express your True Soul Purpose. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg.

G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

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

Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota.

The Science and Metaphysics of Crystal Healing - 7-9pm, starting March 26. Build a foundation of knowledge and understanding about how crystals can be used to heal yourself and others, learn how a crystals color, atomic structure, and chemical composition create an amazing ability to promote healing. Sensing and working with energy, scan the energy field for holes, leaks, or tears. how crystals can affect these chakras, and much more. With certified crystal healer Rod Pettit. $20. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Avenue Sarasota, 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Women Ignited: Community Women’s Circle - 7-9pm. 3rd Thurs of the month. With Chrystal “FireHeart” Kubis. Are you ready to stand in your full presence, peace and power and be supported in doing that? Join us for our monthly women’s circle. This event led by Chrystal ‘FireHeart’ Kubis is guaranteed to be filled with inspiration, support, ceremony and celebration! The time is now to collectively unite as a transformational force of love in our lives and in the world. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg.

G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

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

friday Shamanic Healing with Eric - 11am-7pm. Fridays only by appointment. These powerful healing sessions are often channeled and rely on the high vibrational angels, masters, healers, and teachers that flow through Eric. All sessions are different depending on

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the treatment that is needed. All will receive results in accordance with your own bodies’ desire and willingness to heal. $60/1 hour, $30/30 mins. Contact Eric 941-928-4225 or Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg. G-2, Meadows Village Center, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

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

Cloud Tai & Chi Gung with Reuben Fernandez - 2pm. For better health, improved balance and peace of mind the main principle of tai chi is internal relaxation. Tai Chi is known as an internal martial art. The power and energy do not depend on muscle power, strength or speed, rather power comes from internal relaxation and release of Chi. In this class we will focus on developing a tai chi body the basic warm up exercises and the Chen form as well as Chi Gung for its health benefits….

Reuben D. Fernandez. Tai Chi and Chi Gung has been ongoing for the past 15 years. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg.

G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Developing Consciousness with Rev Jim Toole - 6pm.

Enjoy a time of connection, checking in with each other, discussing spiritual topics and joining in a channeled meditation. All are welcome Love offering. Sarasota Center of Light Ed Center 852 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, 941-330-5031, RevJimSCOL@gmail.com.

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

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

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

941-932-9440. RealizeBradenton.com/our_vendors.

Downtown Bradenton Farmers’ Market - 9am2pm. Features a special activity including guest chefs, raffles, arts & crafts vendors, children’s activities. Old Main St, Downtown parking/free on weekends. Dogs on leashes welcome. 941-744-7484.

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

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

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

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

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

Over 30 years of clinical experience!

FAMILY HEALING CENTER, PA

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

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

LONGEVITY WELLNESS CLINIC

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

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

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

LONGEVITY WELLNESS CLINIC

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

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

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

ACUPUNCTURE FACELIFT FACES BY DR ANNA

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

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

APOTHECARY

WILD GINGER APOTHECARY

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

Community for health + wellness.

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

BEAUTY

ANGELA’S PURE SALON & SPA

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

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

INNOVATION HAIR & COSMETIC STUDIO

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

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

BOOKSTORE/GIFT SHOPS ELYSIAN FIELDS

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

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

THE OM SHOPPE

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

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

COLON HYDROTHERAPY COLON THERAPY CLINIC

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

CHIROPRACTORS GENTLEBAY SARASOTA CHIROPRACTIC

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

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

See our website for more information.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY AND LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE

TERRY SCHIBLER, LMT MA11621

Fusion Therapy 7069 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941-921-7900 • FusionTherapySarasota. com

Terry Schibler has 30 years experience in advanced bodywork.

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

CRYSTALS THE CRYSTAL CAVE

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

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

ELYSIAN FIELDS

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

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

Cleansing for digestive disorders.

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

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INQUIRE WITHIN GODDESS SHOPPE

THE OM SHOPPE

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

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

Goddess Healing with Susan 6283 Lake Osprey Dr., Sarasota 941-822-8056 TheGoddessShoppe.net

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

ENLIGHTENMENT EDUCATION EVENTS & CLASSES SPIRITUAL MIRACLES INTENTIONAL LIVING EDUCATION

DENTISTRY FLORIDA INTEGRATIVE DENTISTRY

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

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

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

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

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

WHITE SANDS DENTISTRY

FELDENKRAIS METHOD®

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

ENERGY HEALING HEALING ROOMBLUE LIGHT ENERGY HEALING

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

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

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

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

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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

LIGHT CODE ACTIVATIONS LUCIA LIGHT FLORIDA

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

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

MEDICAL SPA AND WELLNESS NIA CLINIC MEDSPA

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

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

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

HYPNOTHERAPY

BETH A. SNYDER HYPNOSIS & MINDFUL COACHING Beth A. Snyder, CCHT 941-228-8020 bethsnyderhypnosis@gmail.com

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

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

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

Non Invasive Aesthetics

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

NATURAL FOOD CAFE EVERGREEN

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

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

NATURAL PET FOOD HOLISTIC FOR PETS

Valerie Clows 713 Honore Ave, Sarasota, 941-378-4367 5770 Ranch Lake Blvd, East Bradenton, 753-7297 • HolisticForPets.com

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

NEUROFEEDBACK THE BRAINWAVE CENTER

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

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

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS SPECIAL NUTRITION DISCOUNT PRICES

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

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

SUPER VALUE NUTRITION

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

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

PAIN MANAGEMENT NECK AND BACK PAIN SARASOTA DISC CENTER

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

Medical Breakthrough Technology!

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

No pain, No drugs, No surgery.

Call today 315-345-7390. FREE CONSULTATION.

PAIN RELIEF

AUNT ALBERTA’S REMEDY Homeopathic Pain Relief Cream 973-715-9097 Info@AlbertasPainRelief.com AlbertasPainRelief.com

Need Relief from Arthritis? Try Aunt Alberta’s Remedy to ease muscular aches and joint pain. Her Remedy is a homeopathic pain relief cream that penetrates deep into the skin and muscle tissues.

Get beneficial relief from sciatica, fibromyalgia, arthritis, neuralgia, gout, and more. All-natural ingredients! Do you want to feel a real difference from the nagging aches of arthritis? Feel less pain & have more range of motion? Use Aunt Alberta’s Pain Relief Cream! Get relief today! Great buy, get a 4oz jar for $15! See website for other options.

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PET SUPPLIES HOLISTIC FOR PETS

Valerie Clows 5411 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota, 941-378-4367 5770 Ranch Lake Blvd. East Bradenton, 753-7297 HolisticForPets.com Specializing in Hypo-allergenic Foods, Frozen Natural Raw Foods, Herbal & Homeopathic Remedies, Detergent & Soap Free Shampoo, Natural Flee Preventatives Skin Care Products, Healthy treats, Toys and gifts

SHAMANIC PRACTICES SPIRITUAL COUNSELOR, SHAMANIC AND REIKI PRACTICES

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

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

SPA AND WELLNESS THE OM SHOPPE

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

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

SPIRITUAL CENTERS CENTER FOR METAPHYSICAL FELLOWSHIP

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

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

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

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING CULTURAL COAST Rev. Theresa Fieberts Sarasota Garden Club, 1131 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota 941-376-0177 CSLCulturalCoast.org

11 AM at Sarasota Garden Club, 1131 Blvd of the Arts. Sometimes meditative, sometimes rockin’ ~ always heart/mind opening! Inspiring spiritual connection through message & music.

SARASOTA CENTER OF LIGHT

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

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

THERMOGRAPHY TAMPA BAY THERMOGRAPHY June Drennon, CCT 2008

JuneDrennon@TampaBayThermography.com

727-729-2711 TampaBayThermography.com

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

YOGA WILD GINGER APOTHECARY

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

Community for health + wellness.

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

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