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o you ever forget stuff? You know, little things like your keys, wallet, a boiling pot or the most freak-out inducing, your phone? How about the bigger stuff? Like going to the airport before an overseas trip and realizing your passport is still at home! Have you ever forgotten to pick up your kid from school or fetch your partner from the airport? Oopsie! Forgetting or being forgotten is something we’ve all experienced to some degree in our lives and is pretty much an everyday part of the human condition.

But what about the really big one—you know, the elephant in the room. What happens when we forget ourselves? When we’re so consumed by what’s happening outside ourselves that we forget who and what we have come here to be, do and experience?

Some of us get so caught up in the world, we forget what lights us up and sets our soul on fire. Forgetting this, or being so distracted, busy or numbed that we pretend we can’t remember, can have devastating consequences and may even create a feeling that our lives are inconsequential or worse, pointless. I’ve personally had numerous episodes where I’ve asked, “Umm seriously, what the heck is the point of this life?” Typically, this happened right after a very painful or difficult time: A breakup, death of a loved one, lost friend, family difficulty or a hospital visit. Fortunately, it is during these times when forgetting who we are takes a backseat, and the opportunity for remembering attempts to break through—but only if we allow it.

I woke up yesterday with the word “forget” echoing in my brain. I had no idea why this word popped in, but decided to toy with it and came up with the following: Forget For-get For is a function word that indicates purpose or an intended goal Get means to receive or obtain Put them together and forget now means: for-you-to-receive.

I encourage anyone reading these words to consider who and what you have come here to be. What lights you up? What brings you joy? Have you remembered? Or has it become a habit to forget? Either way, it is now always available for-you-to-receive.

Which brings us to December and this for-you-to-receive, light-filled issue of Natural Awakenings INW. This month’s main feature highlights our global collective consciousness with insights from world-renowned spiritual leaders. You will also want to check out the article written by two local new-thought leaders, Drs. Gary and Jane Simmons, on creating abundance in our lives. Spoiler alert: it’s an inside job. Our news briefs cover everything from essential oils and medical marijuana support to amazing CBD creams and an organic salon re-opening! You will also want to consider attending the transformational workshop titled Trusting Your Heart: Relying on Your Intuition happening in January and led by the incredible James Barfoot and Michael Hoffman.

And finally, here’s another something just for-you-to-receive: “Never has there walked the face of the earth someone who thinks with your degree of insight. Who loves with your degree of care. Or who feels with your degree of hope. And never has there been such a need for someone with gifts like yours, because at this very moment there are people only you can reach and differences only you can make.” – Notes from the Universe by Mike Dooley 2019, here we come! Wheeeeeeee, @NaturalAwakeningsINW

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14 A GLOBAL WAKE-UP CALL

Collective Consciousness Nears Spiritual Tipping Point

16 PARTY HEALTHY

Tips from a Rock Star Doctor

18 JACOB LIBERMAN

on Light as Our Essential Nature

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20 SIMPLE SHEET PAN SUPPERS

Family-Pleasing Holiday Meals

22 HOLIDAY HAPPINESS HELPERS

Six Ways to Bring On Joy

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24 POUND-SHEDDING WORKOUTS Best Exercises from Yoga to Cardio

DEPARTMENTS 6 news briefs 10 health briefs 11 global briefs 16 healing ways 18 wise words

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International Accessible Yoga Training coming to Spokane

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orld-renowned Accessible Yoga Training will be offered for the first time in Spokane January 11 to 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily at YogaJoy North on Spokane’s northside.

Accessible Yoga Training teaches participants how to make yoga available to everyone, regardless of level of physical ability, through modifications, empowerment and adaptation. “We are excited to bring this unique and beneficial training to the region’s yoga community and welcome the opportunity to work with the Accessible Yoga Training organization,” says Sara Douville, co-owner of YogaJoy North. “Our mission at YogaJoy is to welcome everyone, meet them where they are by de-mystifying yoga, and to bring the best talent and opportunities to our community.”

The Spokane training will be led by Brenda Bakke, PT, M.Ed, C-IAYT, a physical and yoga therapist since 1999 and Mary Fuhr, OTR, RYT, an occupational therapist for over 35 years. They have frequently worked together to bring yoga and mindfulness to parents, educators and health care professionals for over 10 years.

This training is available to everyone, with no prerequisites required. Participants will receive 30 Yoga Alliance continuing education units (CEUs) and a Certificate of Completion. RYT-200 teachers and above will become certified Accessible Yoga teachers. The training includes nine pre-course online hours.

Tuition: $650/$595 with early bird price available through December 11. Use the code “spokane19” to receive the discount.

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pokane-based company, Naked Science Topicals, proudly focuses its efforts on creating the highest quality CBD infused skin care products on the market. “Our products have been developed to help enhance the lives of those looking for a safe and healthy alternative to conventional over-the-counter prescription medications and steroid creams,” explains Timothy Hedrick, owner of Naked Science Topicals.

According to Hedrick, CBD has been scientifically proven to help the body generate healthy bone, cell and tissue growth.

“We also know that when taken internally and/or externally, CBD fights inflammation 40 percent more effectively than ibuprofen, without negative side effects to your liver or kidneys and intestines.”

The team at Naked Science Topicals is committed to using the highest quality all-natural ingredients available. “Using a proprietary blend of essential oils and carrier oils, we have developed a CBD infused topical that diminishes pain almost immediately in most cases. This product is a clean, non-greasy cream that will not stain your clothing and is readily absorbed. The topical cream is stable and can be carried with you at all times,” assures Hedrick. “Plus, there is zero THC in our product. We use 99.8 percent natural CBD isolate. Our products do not break the blood/brain barrier, meaning they are safe for everyone to use.”

Naked Science products are made in a sterile laboratory in downtown Spokane and tested at Trace Analytics Testing Laboratory. “We take every step possible to ensure the quality and integrity of our products for you. All of our products have a guaranteed shelf life of one year,” adds Hedrick.

Naked Science Topicals currently offers five CBD infused topical creams, including Lemongrass Daily, Lemongrass-Lavender Daily, Extreme Relief, Pain and Ultimate Healing, all ranging in price from $20 to $40. Samples are $5 each or four for $20. For more information, or to purchase call 509-362-6914. For more information, visit NakedScienceTopicals.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 28.

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Adult and Family Memory Energy Healing Workshops

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eirdre Catlin, transformational consultant, energy therapist and owner of Imagine Creations, is offering two Memory Energy Healing workshops Deirdre Catlin designed for adults on December 5 and 11 and an additional family day workshop on December 15.

“I am thrilled to bring together these transformational workshops to provide support for individuals and families that empower them to live richer, more fulfilling lives,” enthuses Catlin. “The tools taught in these workshops require minimal discussion about past events and provide relief within seconds.”

Catlin explains that the adult sessions focus on self-care and leadingedge techniques in relieving stress and anxiety while enhancing the thoughts and feelings that create well-being.

The family workshop is designed to support each age group in dealing with stress, exam anxiety, peer pressure, or worry and demonstrates how these techniques are used to create the emotional and physical feelings of joy, happiness and peace.

“I love the quote by Dr. Joe Dispenza that says, ‘A memory without the emotional charge is called wisdom,’” says Catlin. “My goal is to help adults and families find that wisdom and increase their self-esteem, selfconfidence and joy in the process.”

Location: The Lotus, 225 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane. Cost: $25 to $100 depending on age – family packages also available.

For more information, call 509-3891501, email DImagineCreations@ gmail.com or visit Eye-SeeLLC.com.

Weekend Intensive Focuses on Trusting Your Heart

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ichael Hoffman, licensed psychotherapist and life coach, and James Barfoot, clinical hypnotherapist and behavior change coach, are holding a weekend workshop intensive titled Trusting Your Heart: Relying on Your Intuition January 25 to 27 in downtown Spokane.

“This intensive workshop will allow participants to ‘unplug’ from the chaos of their everyday lives and provide an opportunity to ask, trust and understand what’s going on deep inside their heart,” says Hoffman, author of the forthcoming book Natural Way of Being. “We will teach participants to experience moving through the world by trusting their heart, feelings and intuition and to take appropriate action based on that inner guidance. I have been teaching this work for over 25 years and have seen massive life transformations as a result.”

The workshop utilizes a variety of methods, including lecture, sharing circles, guided meditation, qigong and ceremony to allow both the theory and experiential understanding of connecting to the heart and relying on intuition. “Every participant will have their own unique experience of what it feels like to be in their heart and what their intuition is telling them,” says Barfoot. “Once this understanding is gained, we can then work on the habits or behaviors that are blocking or numbing this connection and create alignment with intentions and desired life changes. It is extremely powerful and life-changing work.”

A complimentary information session will be held via Zoom.us on December 12 from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Both instructors will be available to provide more information about the weekend intensive and answer any questions. RSVP to Michael@ NaturalWayOfBeing.com.

Cost: $275 prior to December 31 or $300 after January 1. Location: 827 W. 1st Ave., Ste. 203, Spokane, WA. Information or register online at NaturalWayofBeing.com. For more information, email Michael@NaturalWayofBeing.com or call 541-639-6246. See Resource Guide listing, page 29.

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K Salon’s New Owner Takes Holistic Approach

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Local Business Offers Medical Marijuana Support and Education

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atients for Patients Medical, located in Spokane Valley and Yakima, opened five years ago to provide medical marijuana support services to Washington state patients seeking a more holistic approach to their important health decisions through local medical providers. In addition, the organization offers important education on cannabis use and the laws surrounding it, as well as verification services to both patients and providers.

“I am a compassionate business owner, administrator and cannabis patient who has been profoundly impacted by the use of medical marijuana in my own health journey,” says Tracy Sirrine, owner of Patients for Patients Medical.

“It’s a very confusing time for medical marijuana in the state of Washington, and we are dedicated to empowering people to ask those important health questions and live their lives comfortably and on their own terms with the education and medical support they need and deserve.”

Patients for Patients Medical works closely with primary and specialty medical providers, such as naturopathic doctors, who often encourage natural remedy solutions or balanced nutrition plans to help support the patient in their medical needs. They also offer reduced charge medical evaluations to chemo and radiation patients that are currently in treatment or have recently been turned down for treatment.

For more information or to make an appointment, contact 888-204-1260 or visit PatientsForPatientsMedical.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 30.

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risten Fuller, the new owner of K Salon, an organic beauty salon in the Spokane Valley, celebrated the salon’s grand opening on November 1 at their new location at 2312 North Cherry Street, suite 200, in Spokane Valley.

Previous owner, Malina Yeager, sold the salon to Fuller to focus on her own brand of organic beauty products called Saint K Salon’s New Location in Spokane Valley Hil. “Like my predecessor Malina, I believe that true beauty is organic, which is what K Salon is all about. We are dedicated to bringing wholesome beauty without unhealthy side effects,” emphasizes Fuller. “We are also focused on creating a holistic salon that caters to the whole person and incorporates organic makeup, skincare, hair color, education, stress management, sound healing, aromatherapy and biofeedback.”

Fuller began seeking natural and organic approaches to beauty after being diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 1996. This experience eventually led to her opening Head 2 Toe Studio in Kellogg for nine years. “I have a strong desire to change this industry from toxic to health-oriented,” she says. “My journey has taught me to live and teach and share tools that harmonize the body and I’m excited to come full circle to be the new owner of K Salon, which has an excellent reputation in our community.”

In addition to over 26 years of experience as a stylist and hair color expert, Fuller is also a certified stress management specialist, biofeedback and biofield specialist, certified sound healer and wholistic skin and body rejuvenist focused on a holistic approach to healthy aging and longevity.

For appointments, call 509-926-5392. For more information, visit KSalonOrganic.com.

Couple’s Passion for Essential Oils Becomes Business

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or several years, J and Pancho Edler dealt with a variety of health issues that were not being resolved through conventional medicine. They began searching for alternative health solutions and it changed their lives.

“In 2014, we were introduced to dōTERRA certiJ and Pancho Edler fied pure therapeutic grade (CPTG) essential oils. We were skeptical at first, but found immediate, long-lasting, natural relief without the side effects of over-the-counter and pharmaceutical medications,” says J, who sought relief after a car accident. “As a result of our experience, we felt empowered to take control of our health and started learning everything we could about these oils and their transformational uses.”

The couple, both wellness advocates for dōTERRA, is passionate about sharing their health and wellness transformation with others through their business, Pure Oil Order Solutions. “These oils are nature’s medicine based on science and proven clinical studies,” says Pancho. “I was the most skeptical of all but based on our health improvements and the science supporting their powerful effects, we are motivated to empower others to achieve similar results.”

For more information, visit PureOilOrder.com or call 208-777-5367. See Resource Guide listing, page 29.

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Knew Health Offers Cost-Sharing Alternative to Health Insurance

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n November 1, Knew Health launched the first alternative to health insurance built on health coaching, functional medicine and medical cost sharing. Open enrollment is available through December 15 for a January 1 start date, however enrollment is available year round.

“Medical cost sharing is currently used by more than one million Christian Americans to take care of their medical safety net at a much lower cost than health insurance,” says James Maskell, founder of Knew Health and the Functional Forum.

“Ours is the first non-denominational, open to any religion cost-sharing plan on the market. Our members free up wallet share to spend on the wellness services they value, and every member gets a health coach.”

Knew Health is founded on five principles: Culture, Community, Coaching, Care and Cost Sharing. Through promoting a culture of making healthy choices and providing education, a community of people and coaches will help and support members in implementing those healthy choices. Care will be provided to those who require it, and the costs of the system will be shared by all the members. The program utilizes an already healthy membership base and the use of health coaches to keep costs down.

“Open enrollment for government-backed health insurance is November 1 through December 15, but because this is not technically insurance, enrollment is available at any time,” states Maskell. “You must register by December 15th for a January first start date. Early indications point to savings of 30 to 80 percent over health insurance for members.”

Cost sharing is not a new concept, and since amended federal health care laws have recently allowed for private costsharing healthcare organizations, these programs have grown to the point where millions of Americans are now participating in the programs.

For more information about Knew Health and becoming a founding member, visit KnewHealth.com.

A day wasted on others is not wasted on one’s self. ~Charles Dickens

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Blue Light Raises Cancer Risk Blue light—a range of the visible light spectrum emitted by most white LEDs and most tablet and phone screens—could be hazardous to our health, a new study shows. Researchers from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health analyzed the blue light exposure and medical histories of 4,000 people throughout Spain, also utilizing nighttime images taken by astronauts in the International Space Station to assess exposure of residents of Barcelona and Madrid.

They found that those exposed to more blue light at night had between 1.5 to two times the risk of prostate and breast cancer. “Given the ubiquity of artificial light at night, determining whether it increases or not the risk of cancer is a public health issue,” says lead author Ariadna García.

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South Korean women in their first trimester of pregnancy during the country’s stressproducing new year’s holiday had babies that were a third of an ounce lighter on average, discovered an Australian study of nearly 8.6 million mothers covering 17 years.

The extent of the birth weight reduction was similar to reduced birth weights found among babies from mothers in Columbia, after they had experienced area landmine explosions during their first trimester.

Serving yams with a holiday dinner helps protect liver health, new research shows. Scientists from the University of Mississippi and King Saud University, in Saudi Arabia, found that steroidal glycoside compounds in wild yam root known as furostans can help protect liver cells against damage from free radicals.

Meditation Soothes Anxiety and Improves Focus Even a single mindfulness meditation session can significantly reduce anxiety and lower heart rates, Michigan Technological University research shows. Fourteen people with mild to moderate anxiety participated in a 20-minute introductory meditation, a 30-minute mindful scan of each body part seeking areas of stress and a 10-minute self-guided meditation. An hour later, the meditators showed both lower resting heart rates and anxiety levels. A week later, they continued to report less anxiety.

Another study at Trinity College Dublin, in Ireland, uncovered an anatomical reason why breath-based meditation practices can enhance mental clarity and focus, as yogis have long claimed.

The research focused on a small area in the brain called the locus coeruleus, which is responsible for producing an action hormone and neurotransmitter called noradrenaline.

They found that this part of the brain is affected by our inhaling and exhaling patterns.

“Put simply, this means that our attention is influenced by our breath, and that it rises and falls with the cycle of respiration,” says lead author Michael Melnychuk. “It is possible that by focusing on and regulating your breathing, you can optimize your attention level.”

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Not Yet Extinct

New Species Discovered

We know a lot about the Earth and its creatures, but never everything. The State University of New York’s College of Environmental Science and Forestry, in Syracuse, has compiled a list of the top 10 new species discovered in 2018, which includes a rare great ape, hitchhiking beetle, omnivorous marsupial lion thought-to-be-extinct and other species that are critically endangered.

Quentin Wheeler, college president and founding director of the International Institute for Species Exploration, says, “As humans alter habitats and contribute to global climate change, species are going extinct at a faster rate than we can name them. They can teach us so much about the intricacies of ecosystems and the details of evolutionary history.”

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Electric Planes on Horizon

European airline EasyJet aims to begin service with electricpowered airplanes within the next decade by collaborating with aviation startup Wright Electric. The company wants to build vehicles with room for 120 and 220 passengers and a range of 335 miles.

Not only is battery performance steadily improving, but methods are surfacing to improve the performance of electric motors and squeeze more range out of existing technology.

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Live Christmas Tree Shortages

According to the National Christmas Tree Association, more than 27 million holiday trees were purchased in the U.S. last year. But during the Great Recession of 2007 to 2009, growers didn’t have the funds to plant adequately, and smaller crops are just starting to hit the market now, creating higher prices. Some varieties take up to 12 years to reach holiday height.

Exports from the Pacific Northwest will be down about 1.5 million trees this year, according to Ken Cook, whose McKenzie Farms has 8 million trees planted across 10,000 acres in Oregon. “There’s a huge shortage of Christmas trees, and it’ll continue to be that way for at least 10 years,” says the 80-year-old farmer.

Supplies are also somewhat diminishing in North Carolina and Michigan, which have the nation’s second- and third-largest Christmas tree outputs, respectively.

More households now put up faux trees than real trees. One benefit of real trees stems from their ability to capture carbon dioxide and produce oxygen as they grow. They’re also biodegradable and are usually shipped regionally, not from overseas.

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Gift Guide During this festive time of year, wellness can become less of a priority and heightened consumption often upstages efforts to go green.

To practice conscious consumerism, consider local small businesses and gifts that give back to our community, and increase the recipient’s health and wellness! Natural Awakenings has gathered thoughtful, wellness-oriented and practical gift ideas from local businesses and service providers to ease the stress of holiday shopping.

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JOLENE FISHER No Bad Days Health and Weight Management Coach Gift: InBody and Nutrition Coaching Session Cost: $75 Call: 509-879-7728 Perfect for those motivated to start a health plan in the New Year! Get a baseline of your body fat, muscle, inflammation and cellular health with the InBody machine, and then enjoy 30-minutes of nutrition coaching with Jolene. See ad, page 17.

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SELFCARE & WELLNESS SERVICES BARREU LENGTH & STRENGTH STUDIO Gift: One-Month Unlimited Classes Cost: $175 Visit: BarreUcda.com Perfect for those resolution seekers ready for a fit and fabulous New Year!

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Attaining Critical Mass

A GLOBAL WAKE-UP CALL Collective Consciousness Nears Spiritual Tipping Point

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all it enlightenment, awakening, transcendence, self-realization or any of the myriad terms used to describe the ultimate higher state of consciousness. People have been seeking it for millennia, but beyond peak experiences of heightened awareness, only a few spiritual figures, Jesus Christ and Gautama Buddha among them, are known to have lived in this exalted state.

Yet, an unprecedented awakening has been underway since the 19th century.

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The iconic British group became agents of change in more ways than music when their search for answers to life’s big questions led them to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s spiritual center in Rishikesh, India. Their interest in Transcendental Meditation (TM) sparked a surge of interest in enlightenment and meditation, providing the West with a popular means of cultivating higher states of awareness.

A movement to bring about global awakening has been growing ever since.

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In 2000, Malcolm Gladwell, author of The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference, provided a ray of hope for the estimated 50 million individuals involved in the world enlightenment movement by introducing the concept of critical mass. This occurs when an unshakable belief is held by 10 percent of the population.

Scientists that tested the phenomenon at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, in upstate New York, discovered, “Once that number grows above 10 percent, the idea spreads like flame.”

Mahesh predicted that only 1 percent of humanity is needed to create enough good vibrations to usher in world peace. While the figures required to reach this critical mass can be debated, it’s certain that the old ways no longer work, and we are quickly running out of time to adopt viable solutions to mounting global crises.

Despite this sense of urgency, we have no clear idea of where we are on the scale of transformation. Yet leading voices point to promising signs of progress in a developing collective awareness that acknowledges life’s interconnectedness and embodies life-affirming beliefs and values.

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Deepak Chopra, a physician, pioneering author and co-founder of Jiyo.com living in California and New York, believes that we may be in a phase of the necessary transformational shift, experiencing disruption along with the emergence of a new paradigm. “The ultimate goal with our Jiyo.com community, a collective well-being project, is to build a critical mass of people that will create

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spiritual luminaries and websites such as Conscious.TV, has exposed millions to the concept of consciously participating in the evolution of humanity to bring about a world that works for all.

a more peaceful, just and harmonious inner and outer world,” says Chopra.

It begins with personal transformation through yoga, meditation, pranayama breathing exercises, nutrition, sleep, personal growth and relationships that enhance awareness. “Evolution should be gradual and comfortable,” he says.

Rev. Michael Bernard Beckwith, founder of the Agape International Spiritual Center, in Beverly Hills, believes humanity is in the midst of an emerging renaissance of kindness, love and compassion, with millions embracing the planet as a living being. “This isn’t making news because mainstream journalists are still reporting from an old worldview,” he says.

Beckwith, a renowned minister and teacher for 40 years, leads a 9,000-strong trans-denominational spiritual community. He remarks, “Those of us focused on adding our energy to the global enlightenment movement see aspects of it emerging in changes such as health care rather than sick care, businesses adopting multiple bottom lines of people, planet and purpose—rather than only profit—and the shift from a me to we consciousness.”

Dianne Collins, author of Do You QuantumThink?: New Thinking that Will Rock Your World, in Miami, suggests it’s time to wake up to the fact that we are living in a quantum age and still using thought and language shaped by the Industrial Age. She discovered a burgeoning underground culture that she calls the “consciousness crowd” while researching her book tour audience.

“These individuals are using new thinking and recognizing the worldview of interconnectedness based on modern science. The media doesn’t recognize that thinkers such as these represent the new mainstream, and no one realizes the tipping point is already here,” she says.

Cate Montana, author of The EWord: Ego, Enlightenment and Other Essentials, in Hawaii, likewise is convinced the movement has reached critical mass

and is hopeful the perceived tipping point is closer than we think. “Every moment we’re awake, we’re being conditioned to believe in our limited physical nature and separation from everyone and everything around us. This is why we must re-educate ourselves regarding our full nature,” she says.

News headlines of global conflicts and ecological decimation make it appear that we are regressing, Montana says, but we are not going backwards.

“The nature of life is growth, expansion and evolution. As one example, some among the medical community now accept the validity of energy practices such as acupuncture, tai chi, qigong and reiki.

None of these words were even being bandied about in the U.S. 50 years ago.”

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Today, an estimated 5 million people practice TM, which has been incorporated into some schools, universities, corporations and prison programs in the U.S., Latin America, Europe and India. “Those learning this meditation practice number as many as 30,000 to 40,000 a year, which significantly contributes a positive effect to the collective consciousness,” says John Hagelin, a leader of the TM movement in the U.S.

Hagelin, president and professor of physics at the Maharishi University of Management, in Fairfield, Iowa, has been leading a scientific investigation into the foundations of human consciousness for 25 years. He’s one of the world’s preeminent researchers on the effects of meditation on brain development. “I think that we are much closer to a global spiritual tipping point than ever before,” he says.

Ron Dalrymple, Ph.D., a quantum field psychologist practicing in Fort Myers, Florida, believes the threshold is close and that his quantum unified field theory explained in his film, The Endless Question, can win over skeptics. “I use mathematics, science and storytellers that have studied consciousness to ex-

plain in lay language my theory, which proposes that the mind is an energy field that extends beyond the brain, and its nucleus is the superconscious. Viewers are led to the undeniable reality of what we all are and to the need for creating a culture of enlightenment where we encourage and inspire one another to greatness,” says Dalrymple, author of Quantum Field Psychology: The Thoton Particle Theory.

Zaya and Maurizio Benazzo, founders of the Science and Nonduality Conference (SAND), agree that individual awakening and the collective movement toward the understanding of our fundamental oneness is crucial to social transformation. Their nonprofit organization is designed to foster a new relationship with spirituality that is both based on timeless wisdom traditions and informed by cutting-edge science.

For 10 years, biannual SAND conferences have energized the global enlightenment movement (ScienceAndNonduality.com). Early audiences of 300 individuals now number from 800 to 1,000, and often include business people and trainers developing programs for workplaces.

“Understanding the new science that points to consciousness as all-pervasive and the fundamental building block of reality can change what it means to be human, as well as possibly make violence and economic, social and political crises things of the past,” says Zaya.

Thus, the spread of awareness and the harmonic convergence of science, psychology and spiritual thought seem to be bringing humanity closer to the enlightenment that has been elusive for millennia.

“Tremendous progress is being made, and I am confident that within a year or two, we’ll see a victory for the enlightened evolutionary forces already present on the planet,” says Hagelin.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at LindaSechrist.com.

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This can mean mitigating habits, not necessarily dropping them. For example, rather than force clients off coffee, which is acidic, Francis suggests adding spices like cinnamon, vanilla, cardamom or nutmeg that can help neutralize the acid.

Many stars Francis has worked with maintain a stricter regimen off the road, knowing that touring is more about damage control and doing their utmost to stay healthy under more difficult circumstances. The same holds true for those of us that inevitably encounter disruptions due to work, travel or holidays that can throw off healthy habits.

The Healthy Traveler Knowledge is power, and so is planning ahead for travel away from healthy options at home. Francis arms clients with best choices for on-the-go foods and beverages at the airport, gas station or restaurant. Musician and actor Adrian Grenier, quoted in Francis’ book, developed a “food tripping” app available at Tinyurl. com/SHFT-com-app to help travelers find alternatives to fast food on the road.

Most airports are blessed with healthy options, says Francis, who suggests choosing wraps over sandwiches and easy-to-carry energy bars delivering at least 10 grams of protein. She also likes coconut water, seltzer water and herbal teas.

Spent wisely, time in airports can offer healthful opportunities. “Connecting to other people is one of the most important keys to our emotional well-being.

Layovers are a great time to call and catch up with loved ones,” says Francis. “You can also get some points on your step tracker by taking the stairs rather than escalator and walking around or stretching rather than sitting in the airport.” Meditation is also recommended, whether in the airport or on the plane, she adds.

Small Adjustments For rock stars and holiday travelers alike, restful sleep can be one of the hardest habits to maintain. When changing time zones, Francis recommends staying hydrated, avoiding alcohol and taking melatonin before bed for three nights after landing in a new time zone to help reset the body’s circadian rhythms.

“I know I’m not likely to get eight hours of sleep at night, so I try to supplement that during the day by taking naps or just shutting down for a couple hours,” says Dave Navarro, a guitarist who came of age with the rock band Jane’s Addiction.

If imbibing at the bar or a holiday soirée, Francis suggests gluten-free alcohol like tequila, gin, sake or vodka.

While wine is blessed with antioxidants, conventionally grown varietals can have a high pesticide content, Francis notes.

“Order organic or biodynamic wine when possible, or else go with an Old World wine from France, Italy or Spain, which tend to have fewer pesticides.”

Help offset overindulgence the day after by eating eggs or other protein to stabilize blood sugar levels, taking vitamins C and B complex supplements and drinking eight to 10 glasses of water, plus an electrolyte replacement like coconut water.

Anyone looking to make changes in the new year should strive for progress, rather than perfection, advises Francis.

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s a boy growing up in Havana, Cuba, Jacob Liberman struggled with reading—that’s one reason this Maui resident finds it miraculous that he was called to write books. An optometrist, Liberman initially specialized in helping children with vision-related difficulties find ways to better learn and pay attention. That evolved into working with professional athletes and eventually earning a Ph.D. in vision science.

Through a profound meditation experience, Liberman’s vision spontaneously “corrected”, catalyzing insights that fueled his first three books: Light: Medicine of the Future; Take Off Your Glasses and See: A Mind/Body Approach to Expanding Your Eyesight and Insight; and Wisdom from an Empty Mind. His new book, Luminous Life: How the Science of Light Unlocks the Art of Living, offers a fresh way of seeing and being (JacobLiberman.org).

Why is light so important to us all?

Light is the foundation of everything that exists. That’s why light marks the convergence of science, religion and spirituality. The Bible speaks of the source of all creation as light. Throughout history, spiritual texts from various traditions speak about God, light and consciousness as if they are interchangeable. Physicists consider light to be the fundamental 18

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Everything is made of solidified light. Our entire physiology is light-dependent. We are a living photocell, and light is an integral part of our guidance system. When we get an intuitive “hit” or spiritual insight, it’s the luminous intelligence of life effortlessly directing us toward the next step on our journey.

What can we do to more fully harness light as part of our guidance system?

Everyone asks: “What do I need to do?”

It’s the idea of our doing something that puts a wrench in the works. The universe is an example of optimal efficiency, which means we invest nothing and get everything. The individual does no work, yet creation appears. The doing occurs by itself. This is not metaphorical; I am speaking about the law of the universe.

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What are some examples of such doing occurring by itself?

God’s wisdom—or light—funnels through all living things all the time; all beings have an inseparable connection.

Everything in the body, everything in nature and in the universe is naturally self-activating and self-regulating.

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What fuels our desire to act?

We think something is wrong with us or someone else, or that we’ve done something wrong in the past, and so try to fix it.

Research shows that most of our responses to life are conditioned. I try to help people go beyond their hardwired reactions to explore the facts.

When someone tells me he’s made a regrettable mistake, I say, “Tell me one part of your body that you control.” He may answer, “I control my thoughts.” I reply, “Are you sure those are your thoughts? You are aware of them after they surface. But did you create them?”

As I keep asking such questions, it becomes obvious that the mistake has nothing to do with him. It’s an illusion that each of us is the god of our reality. The truth is that there is nothing to do because in the greater reality, nothing is wrong.

How has this exploration of light enriched and expanded your life?

It’s allowed me to live without a net. In the circus, tightrope walkers usually have a net in case they fall. We’ve been taught we must create safety, security and predictability. We work, save, plan and pray, trying to ensure our lives are filled with these three “fail safes”; qualities that have never existed on planet Earth. Most of our stress comes from trying to create something that doesn’t exist. It was liberating when I realized that the universe doesn’t work that way.

Deborah Shouse is the author of Connecting in the Land of Dementia. Learn more at DementiaJourney.org.

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ith nutrition being one of many foundational aspects of well-being, Brooke Heather is a naturopath and owner of Heather Holistics in Sandpoint, Idaho, shares that labs can shed light on the nutritional needs of an individual. This is especially helpful information for those dealing with blood sugar issues. “For example,” she says, “A1c is a well-known blood test that shows your average blood sugar.

Studies have concluded that those with elevated hemoglobin A1c also have brain atrophy shown via the use of MRIs. Clearly A1c is far more than just a marker of blood sugar balance as it can determine brain health as well. Functional

ranges or ‘optimal ranges’ differ from the average ranges given on your test results. Your lab work can be discussed during phone or office consults as well as deficiencies or genetic susceptibilities that are reflected in your test results.”

The good news, says Heather, is that in most cases we have absolute control over our A1c. “Keep in mind that reducing carbohydrate ingestion, weight loss, and physical exercise will ultimately improve insulin sensitivity and lead to a reduction of A1c,” says this practitioner, who notes that a possible reduction in cognitive function often encourages people to reduce their sugar intake.

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he festive season might signal indulgence, but it also calls for simple, healthy recipes with easy cleanup. We might have friends that drop by, family staying for the weekend or last-minute guests. The simpler we can make meals, the better.

Many chefs and home cooks have found the ideal method: the sheet pan supper. Simply arrange the protein and vegetables on a baking sheet and place it in the oven, where the ingredients burnish to perfection as the flavors concentrate. Experts recommend a heavy duty, 13-by-18-inch sheet pan, also known as a half sheet or a rimmed baking pan. They’re available at local cookware shops and box stores that carry kitchenware.

“Sheet pans combine easy prep, process and cleanup, and deliver interesting, sophisticated flavor,” says Molly Gilbert, a Seattle chef and the author of Sheet Pan Suppers: 120 Recipes for Simple, Surprising, Hands-Off Meals Straight from the Oven.

Yet, even this streamlined cooking method has a few best practices. Carla Snyder, a cookbook author in Hudson, Ohio, lines her sheet pans with unbleached parchment paper for easy cleanup. The author of One Pan: Whole Family – More than 70 Complete Weeknight Meals also sprays the liner with olive oil, so food won’t stick.

Naomi Pomeroy, a chef in Portland, Oregon, recommends preheating the pan in the oven, and then carefully adding the food. “If you put a room-temperature tray in the oven with, say, Brussels sprouts, it can get steamy, and then they can get soggy,” she says.

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Gilbert favors groupings of foods that will cook in about the same time, such as fish fillets and tender vegetables for a shorter time, or bone-in chicken and root vegetables that take longer.

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Sheet pan entrées can serve up meals beyond just dinner, making them a big help during the holidays. Sarah Britton, the Toronto author of My New Roots: Inspired Plant-Based Recipes for Every Season, arranges blocks of feta cheese on a sheet pan, surrounds them with fresh bell pepper slices, quar-

tered cherry tomatoes, black olives and preferred herbs. She drizzles it all with olive oil and then bakes at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, just until the cheese is soft. It can be served as an appetizer with whole grain crackers or as an entrée with crusty bread and a salad. The rest can be used as a sandwich filling the next day.

Sheet pan meals can be a gift that keeps on giving.

Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

Surprising Sheet Pan Recipe Roasted Vegetable, Feta and Smoked Almond Salad This salad, packed with tasty browned vegetables, nuts and cheese, really satisfies.

Yields: 4 servings 1 medium red onion 2 carrots 2 zucchini 2 red peppers 2 cloves garlic 1 lemon 2 Tbsp plus ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil ½ tsp sea salt plus more for sprinkling Freshly ground black pepper ½ cup chopped smoked almonds 1 small shallot, peeled and minced 1 tsp minced fresh thyme or chives 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar ½ cup crumbled feta cheese 6 large handfuls of a mix of bibb lettuce, radicchio, romaine or arugula

Preheat the oven to 425° F. Line a sheet pan with unbleached parchment paper and preheat it in the oven.

On a large cutting board, cut the onion into ½-inch slices, the carrots into ½-inch pieces, the zucchini into 2-inch pieces, the pepper into 2-inch squares, chop the garlic, zest the lemon and transfer it all to a large bowl. Add the 2 tablespoons oil, ½ teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and toss to coat. Arrange the vegetables on the heated sheet pan and spread them out so that they cook evenly. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.

While the vegetables cook, chop the almonds, mince the shallot and thyme, and set aside into separate piles. Squeeze the lemon into a small bowl.

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

Sprinkle the almonds over the vegetables during the last 5 minutes of cooking to toast them lightly. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

In a very large bowl, combine the vinegar with 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Add 2 pinches of salt and the shallot and whisk until the salt dissolves. Whisk in the remaining ¼ cup olive oil and taste for seasoning, adding more vinegar, oil, salt and pepper if needed.

When ready to serve, add the lettuce to the bowl with the dressing and toss to mix.

Divide the dressed lettuce between plates and top with the still warm vegetables, feta cheese and fresh herbs. Grind a little freshly ground black pepper over the top and dig in.

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Be passionate: Honoring our passions sets us free from the tyranny of a joyless life. Unearthing and living what creates joy, love and peace brings the gift of our authentic self to the party called life.

Be blessed: To be blessed and know it is to affirm that we are a whole person, with nothing missing. Sharing our abundance becomes our daily norm.

This state of being blesses our world.

Be of service: When we serve others selflessly, we are recognizing that they matter. When someone knows they matter, they are intrinsically guided to demonstrate it in ways that serve others… and the circle is complete.

Be courageous: Boldly move beyond false limits to horizons that call us to new levels of self-expression and fulfillment, often in collaboration with a spirited community.

Be a catalyst for good: Such actions connect us directly to the secret of creating an abundant life—our innate oneness with the universe.

Dennis Merritt Jones, D.D., of St. Petersburg Beach, FL, speaks and writes books on human potential and spirituality. His latest, The Art of Abundance, is the source of this essay. Connect via DennisMerrittJones.com.

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bundance is the natural state of the universe. When it is not showing up for us in the way we would like it to, the effort becomes making an internal shift in how we are viewing our life. The pathway to creating a life of abundance is not through acquiring more from outside of ourselves. It is not about doing more but rather, being more.

Becoming the change that we seek from the inside out.

The difference between thriving and surviving is the capacity to make empowering, healthy choices with regard to the thoughts we think, the words we speak, and the actions we take.

Because thoughts give rise to words, and words to deeds, it is essential that we are mindful of how our attitudes and mental states affect the choices we make.

When we feel confident and empowered, our choices become a treasure chest of possibilities awaiting realization. Choices made from a place of lack or fear narrow the field of possibilities and can create feelings of disconnection. Our choice to experience life from either of these viewing points is the key to creating abundant living.

We have the choice to take what appears to be insufficiency and use it to transform into more than enough. This translates to activating a deeper dimension within, that serves as the interface

between the limited self and the Field of Infinite Potential. We cannot activate this infinite potential by reaching for something outside of ourselves but rather, by embodying the expression of who and what we have come here to actualize.

Is there a deficiency of love in your life? Begin to lavish love wastefully. An insufficiency of prosperous living? Start to give with a radical generosity. A shortage of kindness? Become the expression of kind actions everywhere you go. Become the greatest example of what seems to be lacking in your world, and you will begin to see it reflected back to you.

Realizing the oneness of interconnected life, stepping into the reality of living that truth as a spiritual being living in a physical world with focus, passion, courage and willingness to be the change, brings forth a connection to the true abundance in life—our ability to grow, evolve and transform into who we have come here to be, and create the life we envision.

Drs. Gary and Jane Simmons are ordained Unity ministers at Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S. Bernard St., in Spokane. They are co-founders of the Q Effect and co-teach the Q Process internationally. For more information, visit UnitySpokane.org or TheQEffect.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 31.

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WORKOUTS Best Exercises from Yoga to Cardio

by Marlaina Donato

Exercise daily. Whether it’s a light, moderate or heavy workout is not as important. Consistency is the key.

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here’s no one-size-fits-all approach to weight loss, but most trainers agree that consistent exercise is vital. According to studies by the National Weight Control Registry, 90 percent of individuals that are successful at shedding the pounds and keeping them off are active for at least an hour each day.

Consider the Cortisol Factor

A study at the University of California, San Francisco, revealed that individuals with high cortisol levels also have a higher body mass index (BMI) and more belly fat than people with lower levels of this stress hormone. Cortisol significantly affects the body’s metabolism, and its release depends upon receptors in adipose tissue, especially around abdominal organs.

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cortisol, which can promote weight loss.

“Strength training and aerobic intervals are the best exercises to not only initiate, but maintain weight loss,” says Sue Markovitch, fitness trainer and owner of Clear Rock Fitness, in Westerville, Ohio.

“This combination kicks the metabolism switch on, increasing the number of energy-producing mitochondria in our cells, and improves our ability to burn fuel.

Intervals—where you push the energy expenditure high, recover and then repeat— catalyze the best results.”

A recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition concluded that three hours of moderate walking per week catalyzed significant weight loss compared to those that didn’t include walking in their exercise routines. Sessions on the yoga mat can also be a great cortisolreducer through lowering stress levels and promoting equilibrium.

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Working out in the gym for two hours a day isn’t feasible for most people, but allor-nothing workouts are not required to see results. Most trainers agree that highdensity nutrition lays the groundwork.

“Exercise works when your diet is on point,” says Cregory Boatwright, owner and trainer at Level Up Personal Training, in Washington, D.C. “Combined with good diet, I find jumping exercises, highintensity interval training [HIIT] and cardio best for weight loss.”

Stephany Acosta, founder and trainer of Elevate Fitness, in Dallas, concurs.

“Eating well accounts for 70 percent of weight-loss results. In addition to a good diet, I recommend a combination of weight training and cardio in the form of circuit training or HIIT training, because both maximize your time by working out all your body parts simultaneously while keeping your heart rate going with a little rest time in-between. This approach guarantees to help build muscle and burn fat at the same time.”

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A challenging workout is best, but excessive exercise can easily backfire and kick off a stress response in the body, which means higher cortisol levels and increased risk of packing on the pounds. A gentler approach is also safer, especially for beginners.

“Step in gradually. You want the program to be challenging, but doable,” counsels Markovitch. “If you work with a trainer, tell them if something hurts or feels too challenging. If they don’t listen, you need to find another trainer.”

Employ common sense with any kind of workout. “Going from no to much activity can be a complete shock to the body. You will see more success in creating realistic goals and working your way up to liking the benefits that come from exercise if you start out small,” says Acosta.

“Consistency is key. Even if you don’t have 30 minutes to go to the gym, work out for 20 minutes—or even 10.”

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While losing weight can be challenging, especially those last 10 stubborn pounds, Markovitch drives home a valuable reminder; “Sometimes we need to change something about our lifestyle, not just add an exercise. First, we need to love ourselves where we are.”

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21

NOTE: All calendar events must be received by the 10th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. Review guidelines for submissions at inwAwakenings. com or email Publisher@inwAwakenings.com for more information.

D re a m Ti m e ’s Wi n t e r Wo n d e r l a n d – 7-8:30pm. Join us to experience the power of sound. Techniques to activate and balance each chakra, massage subtle bodies, and resonate with the higher frequencies of consciousness as you are guided on an inner journey. $35. Info: 208-819-5785. Harding Family Center, 411 N 15th St, CdA.

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7

2018 Jingle Bell Run – 8am. The Arthritis Foundation’s original Jingle Bell Run is a fun way to get decked out and be festive while raising funds for arthritis. $20-$75 Registration fee. Riverfront Park, 507 N Howard St, Spokane. Register: JBR.org.

Holly Berry Ball – 6-11pm. Enjoy an evening of dinner, dancing, dessert, silent auction, raffle and live music at this yearly holiday party. 21 and over.

All proceeds go to Unity Spiritual Center. $40$60/entree. 5303 S Hatch Rd, Spokane. Tickets: 509-838-6518. UnitySpokane.org.

Magic Carpet Ride at The Lotus – 11am-4pm.

Mini sessions, tarot, intuitive healers, reiki, henna, soul link, gemstone jewels, crystal malas and more. Free admission/session pricing varies.

The Lotus, 225 E. Sprague Ave, Spokane. RSVP: TheLotusSpokane.com.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2 Ugly Sweater Run – 10:30am. Join St. Vincent de Paul H.E.L.P. Center in their annual 3 to 4 mile fun run and benefit. Accepting gently used jackets, coats, sweaters and blankets for those in need. Free. 201 E Harrison Ave, CdA. Align & Online: Generating Spirituality and Leads in Business – 11am-3pm. Join The Lotus and marketing specialist, Zach Butkiewicz of Wood Dog Media, for this powerful business development workshop. The Lotus, 225 E. Sprague Ave, Spokane.

Tickets: $88. Register: TheLotusSpokane.com.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 Memory Energy Healing Fundamentals Adult Workshop – 6-8:30pm. Led by Deirdre Catlin of Imagine Creations, experience rapid relief from pain, stress, anxiety, past hardships and traumas through this powerful evening workshop. $100.

Reserve: 509-389-1501. The Lotus, 225 E. Sprague Ave, Spokane. Eye-SeeLLC.com.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11 Memory Energy Healing Fundamentals Adult Workshop – 6-8:30pm. See Dec 5 listing. $100.

Reserve: 509-389-1501. The Lotus, 225 E. Sprague Ave, Spokane. Eye-SeeLLC.com.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12 Zoom Info Session on Trusting Your Heart Workshop – 6:30-7:15pm. Interested in the intensive workshop titled Trusting Your Heart: Relying on Your Intuition January 25-27? Join this info session for more details. Free. Zoom.us.

RSVP: Michael@NaturalWayOfBeing.com or call 541-639-6246.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31 First Night Spokane – 7pm-1am. First Night Spokane is celebrating 18 years hosting the largest Visual and Performing Arts Festival in the downtown core of Spokane. With family and adult zones, there is something for all ages. $15/advance, $18/day of event. Info and tickets: FirstNightSpokane.org.

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 Memory Energy Healing Fundamentals Family Workshop – 10-am-2:30pm. Led by Deirdre Catlin of Imagine Creations, enjoy a stress free, joy-filled holiday season by learning an easy technique to release negative emotions before they take hold. Limited space. $25/ages 5-10; $40/ages 11-17; $100/ adults; family packages available. Reserve: 509-389-1501. The Lotus, 225 E. Sprague Ave, Spokane. Eye-SeeLLC.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 11 International Accessible Yoga Training – Jan 11-13, 9am-5pm. YogaJoy, 12501 N Division St Suite 5, Spokane. See news brief, page 6.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19 Holy Fire II Reiki I and II Intensive Training – Jan 19-20. 9am-6pm. This beginning certification is one of the most thorough and comprehensive available. Includes Reiki I and II and is a combination of western and Japanese styles.

Tuition: $410. A Spiritual Touch, 923 E Sherman Ave, Coeur d’Alene. Register: 208-691-8865.

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 25 Usui/Holy Fire Reiki Master Intensive – Jan 25-27. 9am-6pm. The Holy Fire energy is highly transformative and very powerful. Must have Reiki I and II certification for six months. Tuition: $1,025. A Spiritual Touch, 923 E Sherman Ave, Coeur d’ Alene. Register: 208-691-8865.

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Trusting Your Heart: Relying on Your Intuition – Jan 25-27. 6:30-9pm, Jan 25; 9am-9pm, Jan 26; 9am-noon, Jan 27. Weekend intensive led by Michael Hoffman and James Barfoot on trusting your heart and intuition. Intentional Hypnosis, 827 W 1st Ave, Ste 203, Spokane. $275/before Dec 31, $300/after Jan 1. Info: 541-639-6246. Register: NaturalWayOfBeing.com.

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sunday Unity Center of North Spokane Group Service – 8:45am & 11am. A contemplative meditation service at 8:45am and a more social celebration service at 11am. Youth services at 11am. 4123 E Lincoln Rd, Spokane. 509-489-6964. TheUnityCenter.org.

Unity Spiritual Center Group Service – 9am & 11am. Join for joy-filled music that opens the heart; a time of stillness to quiet the mind and body; and dynamic messages that both uplift and challenge us to make our lives, and our world better. Childcare available. 2900 S Bernard St, Spokane. 509-838-6518. UnitySpokane.org.

Tsinta Mani Choling Buddhist Meditation and Cultural Center – 9-11am. Meditation, teachings and study lead by Lama Lakshey Zangpo. New location: 2311 N Monroe, Spokane. 509-4499829. TsintaMani.org.

Unitarian Universalist Church – 9:15am & 11am.

We have no dogma or creed and we are each free to seek inspiration from many sources, including the world’s many religions, philosophy, literature, art and science. 4340 W Fort George Wright Dr, Spokane. 509-325-6383. UUSpokane.org.

Unity Spiritual Center of North Idaho Group Service – 10am. Our Sunday services are a celebration of living with spirit. 4465 N 15th St, Coeur d’Alene, ID. 208-664-1125. UnityCenter.org.

Spokane Buddhist Temple – 10:30am. Our main temple hall is called a Hondo where we gather for services. The shrine (Gohonzon) is located in the front center. The ringing of the Kansho signifies the beginning of our service. 927 S Perry St, Spokane. 509-534-7954.

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Church of Truth Service – 11am. We believe all people are filled with the Spirit of God, and our church helps people search for that connection within. 523 E Garden, Coeur d’Alene.

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wednesday Wellness Wednesday Online Essential Oils Class – 1-2pm. Interested in learning more about essential oils, but can’t make it to a physical class? This online option is a great way to learn more, ask questions, and see how these natural products can enhance your life. Free. Text: 208-699-3679 for link.

thursday $3 Dinner – 4-7pm. Join Main Market for their healthy and affordable $3 dinners. Meat or vegan options available. 44 W Main Ave, Spokane.

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Half-Hour to Health – 6-6:30pm. 3rd Thur. See Monday listing. 2503 E 27th Ave, Spokane. 509315-8166. ClearChiroSpokane.com.

Yoga and Essential Oils – 7-8pm. Join for a yoga class that uses essential oils to deepen and enrich our practice and flow. $10/first class or purchase punch card. Gita Yoga Studio, 206 E Indiana Ave, Ste 200, Coeur d’Alene. RSVP: 208-651-8438.

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musicians and offer special promotions. Free admission. Downtown Spokane. 509-456-0580.

Second Friday – 5-8pm. 2nd Fri. Stroll through downtown Coeur d’Alene and experience the vibrant arts community. Support the downtown shops, restaurants and businesses. Look for the official yellow ArtWalk balloons. A familyfriendly event. Free. CdaDowntown.com.

saturday LuJong Yoga – 11am-noon. 4th Sat. Tibetan spiritual yoga taught by meditation master Lama Lakshey Zangpo. $10. New location: 2311 N Monroe. TsintaMani.org.

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SERVICES RADIANT ANIMAL WELLNESS UTILIZING HOLISTIC APPROACH – Reestablish and maintain homeostasis through personalized nutritional and whole health consultations for small animals of all species and ages. Contact RawNaturopathy@gmail.com.

First Friday – 5-8pm. 1st Fri. Downtown retailers and restaurants stay open, feature artists and

monday Half-Hour to Health – 6-6:30pm. 1st Mon. 30-minute workshop led by Dr Ellis at Clear Chiropractic. Learn how your body works to heal itself with chiropractic care. Free.

2503 E 27th Ave, Spokane. 509-315-8166.

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Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) – 5:306:30pm. 12-step meeting. Free. Alanon Club, West 1700 7th Ave, Spokane. Info: Mike: 290-1358.

Refuge Recovery Group – 6-7pm. A Buddhistinspired path to recovery from addiction led by Michelle Phay. Free. 1325 W 1st Ave, Ste 202, Spokane. 509-290-7004.

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CBD TOPICAL PAIN RELIEF NAKED SCIENCE TOPICALS Timothy Hedrick Spokane • 509-362-6914 NakedScienceTopicals.com

community resource guide Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide, email Publisher@inwAwakenings.com to request our media kit.

ACUPUNCTURE LILAC CITY ACUPUNCTURE

2917 N Monroe St, Spokane 509-808-0818 • LilacCityAcu.com S p o k a n e ’s f i r s t dedicated community acupuncture clinic, offering $20 acupuncture treatments in an open, relaxing setting. Appointments can be made easily on our website and same-day appointments are often available. There is a one-time $10 paperwork fee.

LISE TAKASHINA, LAC

Peony Acupuncture & Apothecary 302 N 5th St, Coeur d’Alene 208-292-4829 PeonyAcupuncture.com Find health, balance, and inner vibrancy through a range of holistic treatments including acu-puncture, herbal medicine, Moxa, cupping, essential oil therapy, guasha and other m o d a l i t i e s . Ta k a s h i n a i s passionate about women’s health and holistic internal medicine including pain management, digestive health, and natural hormone regulation.

ACUPUNCTURE & CHIROPRACTIC JERRY BAILEY, DC, CAC

Lakeside Holistic Health 518 N 4th St • Coeur d’Alene 208-758-0568 21651 E Country Vista Dr, Ste F Liberty Lake • 509-385-0218 ContactUs@LakesideHolistic.com LakesideHolistic.com Our goal for your care is to restore balance to the body while promoting wellness and optimum health through guided care involving acupuncture, chiropractic and functional medicine. Your journey to optimal health is only one step away from starting. See ad, page 27.

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ALTERNATIVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TREVOR GEORGE, ND

Rivercreek Wellness 521 N Argonne Rd, Ste B105 Spokane Valley • 509-919-1385 RivercreekWellness.com Conventional medications for mental illness work for some, but not for everyone. I provide my patients with naturopathic and orthomolecular medicine to treat mental health issues not helped by medications. Advanced testing available. See ad, page 11.

AUTOIMMUNE DISORDERS JULIE GEORGE, ND

Rivercreek Wellness 521 N Argonne Rd, Ste B105 Spokane Valley • 509-919-1385 RivercreekWellness.com

We create CBDinfused skin care products utilizing the highest-quality natural ingredients and testing.

Our products have zero THC and have been developed to help enhance the lives of those looking for a safe and healthy alternative to conventional over-the-counter prescription medications and steroid creams. Call for more information!

CHIROPRACTIC INTELLIGENT BALANCE SPINAL CARE

2310 N Molter Rd, Ste 108 Liberty Lake • 509-924-4443 Info@IntelligentBalance.com IntelligentBalance.com Not all forms of chiropractic care are the same. Intelligent Balance treats patients using upper cervical chiropractic care by performing the QSM3 technique, which focuses on body balancing. They also specialize in a progression of the NUCCA chiropractic technique that achieves measurable results in a comfortable setting. Schedule a free consultation today. See ad, page 7.

I enjoy helping patients restore their health by utilizing naturopathic and environmental medicine protocols. I provide advanced testing, detoxification, supplementation, nutritional/ botanical treatments, and lifestyle education. See ad, page 11.

BODY COMPOSITION & WEIGHT MANAGEMENT JOLENE FISHER

No Bad Days Health and Weight Management Coach 15312 E Sprague Ave Spokane Valley • 509-879-7728 JoleneNoBadDays@gmail.com NoBadDays.biz Jolene Fisher is a certified health coach specializing in weight loss solutions and owns the only research-grade InBody 770 Body Composition scale in the area.

Partners with area health care providers for testing and high accountability health coaching. 20% off for referral partners. See ad, page 17.

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COMPOUNDING PHARMACY SIXTH AVENUE MEDICAL PHARMACY

508 W 6th Ave, Spokane 509-455-9345 • 1-844-250-9007 SixthAvenuePharmacy.com We are a full-service accredited pharmacy, providing custom compounded medications and traditional retail prescriptions. We use the finest, high quality ingredients to make each specially compounded medication, including bio-identical hormones, veterinary, dental, sports medicine, dermatology, chronic pain and more. See ad, page 22.

ESSENTIAL OILS PUREOILORDER SOLUTIONS

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FIR sauna is an affordable treatment for chronic fatigue, chronic pain, depression, detoxification, high blood pressure, skin conditions, weight loss, and many more. The FIR Sauna at Rivercreek Wellness is non-toxic, low EMF, and made of nonallergenic wood. See ad, page 11.

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195 E Hazel Ave Coeur d’Alene • 503-720-9451 BarreUcda.com Coeur d’Alene’s first Barre studio. Locally owned and independently operated, workouts focus on lengthening and strengthening the body.

High-intensity, low-impact exercise designed for every age and fitness level.

A fun studio where women make life-long friends.

Childcare available. See ad, page 6.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICAL PRACTICES LAKESIDE HOLISTIC HEALTH 518 N 4th St Coeur d’Alene • 208-758-0568 21651 E Country Vista Dr, Ste F Liberty Lake • 509-385-0218 ContactUs@LakesideHolistic.com LakesideHolistic.com

By shifting the traditional focus of medical practice to a more patient-centered approach, functional medicine addresses the whole person. Lakeside Holistic practitioners spend time with patients, understanding their histories and evaluating the interactions among several lifestyle factors that can influence long-term health. See ad, page 27.

HALOTHERAPY/ RESPIRATORY WELLNESS SALTROOM OF SPOKANE 2838 N Ruby Spokane • 509-255-0505 SaltRoomOfSpokane.com

Dry saline aerosol or Halotherapy provides a gentle respiratory cleanse. Beneficial for relieving lung conditions like bronchial asthma, cystic fibrosis and lingering cough. Helpful in treating skin problems like eczema and acne. If you are seeking non-invasive, relaxing, natural treatment consider Halotherapy.

HOLISTIC WEIGHT LOSS CONSULTANT MARY’S PLATE

Mary Stearly, RN-BSN Pilates Instructor Spokane • 804-819-0965 MarysPlate.com I specialize in helping clients achieve sustainable weight loss through holistic nutrition and movement. I provide nutrition and health education, meal planning assistance, help with emotional/stress eating, and private Pilates instruction. Stop dieting and lose the weight for good!

HYPNOTHERAPY JAMES BARFOOT, CHT Intentional Hypnosis 827 W 1st Ave, Ste 203 Spokane • 509-230-5035 IntentionalHypnosis.com

My goal is to help you on your journey to a more productive and vital life. I use personal hypnosis sessions and powerful personal coaching to permanently change undesired habits and behaviors on a conscious and subconscious level.

MASSAGE THERAPY MARK SMITH, LMT

My Massage & Sports Therapy Healing Waters Holistic Center 101 N Evergreen Rd Spokane Valley • 509-370-2207 MyMassageSportsTherapy.com Mark Smith specializes in the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release approach to eliminate or reduce soft tissue pain in client’s bodies. Myofascial Release treats the fascial restriction that causes pain allowing a return to a pain-free lifestyle.

MASSAGE & CUPPING THERAPY NAMASTE HOLISTIC MASSAGE THERAPY

Janet Single-Schwall, LMT, CCT 1042 W Mill Ave, Ste 301 Coeur d’Alene, ID • 208-771-1179 NamasteHolisticMassageTherapy.com Janet is trained in Swedish, deep tissue and hot stone massage, cupping therapy, trigger point work and foot reflexology. Her intention is to provide quality care at affordable pricing.

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Michelle Phay, LMT, RYI, LN 1325 W 1st Ave, Ste 202 Spokane • 509-290-7004 ShalomMassageSpokane.com Michelle Phay is a nurse, massage therapist, yoga and fitness instructor and educator with a background in dance and nutrition. She specializes in massage, yoga and health classes and works with stress, anxiety, those in recovery from life, chemical dependency and physical challenges. See ad, page 6.

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Emily Elizabeth is a Medically Trained Master Aesthetician with more than 16 years experience in the spa industry.

Her natural approach to skincare is complemented by high quality medical-grade and organic skincare products. Treat your skin to a luxury facial and book online today! See ad, page 19.

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We are a compassionate group of medical and administrative professionals assisting patients in Washington obtain the right to use cannabis medically. We provide a service that enables patients to see medical providers that will help them in their holistic health decisions.

MINERAL THERAPY WONDERS OF THE WORLD Located in the Flour Mill 621 W Mallon Ave Spokane • 509-325-2867 WondersOfTheWorldInc.com

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Heather Holistics 231 N 3rd Ave, Ste 102 Sandpoint, ID • 208-231-7149 HeatherHolistics@yahoo.com NaturopathicClinic.info

Brooke Heather offers A-Z holistic care locally and at a distance. She specializes in functional nutrition, biofeedback, Chinese medicine and the evaluation of your specific chemistry to create tailor-made wellness plans and programs for individuals and families.

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