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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.
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POWER OF STORY How Telling Our Truths Can Set Us Free by Judith Fertig
26 MUSICIAN WITH A CAUSE
Jack Johnson Plans Shows with the Planet in Mind by Meredith Montgomery
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28 DON’T LET CHRONIC
FATIGUE SYNDROME GET YOU DOWN
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30 UNLEASHING
UNLIMITED POTENTIAL with Panache Desai by April Thompson
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38 PLUG-IN ELECTRIC VEHICLES HAVE ROSY OUTLOOK
by Kena Fedorschak
42 PADDLE-HAPPY
Stand Up Paddleboards Spell Family Fun by Lauressa Nelson
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UROLOGY TESTS FOR PROSTATE CANCER
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Your Green Home Guide A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION. PAGES 32-37
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contents 10 newsbriefs 16 healthbriefs 18 globalbriefs
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18 26 greenliving 30 wisewords 38 sustainableaz 39 mastersof bodywork
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I relax and recharge. They say that every person’s home is their castle, and the hot temperatures mean more of us are spending time in our castle to avoid the heat. To address the impact that energy costs have on all of us—and to meet the demands of readers like you, that wish to integrate greater sustainability into their homes, please read “Your Green Home Guide” promotional section on pages 32-37. We’ve assembled some of the Phoenix area’s best professionals in real estate, energy efficiency, solar power, financing and products/services focused on making your home more energy-efficient and healthier. Each one offers tremendous knowledge and expertise, and I know they are more than happy to help with any questions you may have about greening your home. In this issue, read about how popular musician Jack Johnson makes his concerts and other events more environmentally friendly. Also, we have a very insightful interview with Panache Desai on eliminating our self-imposed limitations and unlocking potential. It’s Father’s Day on June 15, so there are plenty of interesting items that pertain to the men among our readership. I hope you enjoy this issue—and don’t forget to take some time to relax and recharge this summer. I’ll see you in the water.
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Although it can exhibit a variety of symptoms, those more commonly associated with PFD include sexual dysfunction, incontinence, constipation and enlarged prostate. Other, lesser-known symptoms include low back pain, hip pain and infertility. As a prescription, professionals often recommend strengthening the pelvic floor and core, but this is only one NAHATA Sound and Energy piece of the puzzle. The pelvic floor and core comprise Healing, newly opened at a small portion of the muscles that depend on functional 10565 North 114th Street, Suite alignment of the whole body. The length and strength of 110,Sunday, in Scottsdale, is the only the pelvic floor are influenced by the stability of the pelvis, June 1st 12pm - 4pm studio of its kind in Arizona where which is in turn directly influenced by the alignment of the gongs, crystal bowls mantras legs and upper body. ANAHATA Soundand and Energy Healing are used both in mediation and Creating a community of conscious connection! yoga classes, creating peace and Early bird registration costs $30 by June 4 and $40 after. LocaYO G A balance and allowing for healing tion: 711 E. Missouri Ave., Ste. 180, Phoenix. To register or for Enjoy FREE Yoga Classes: of the body, mind and spirit. It is more information, call 602-532-3111, email Info@kinesphere• Restorative Yoga/Myofacial with Desiree also the only studio in North Scottsdale that focuses on Lapre 12:00-1:30pm studio.com or visit kcme-az.com. See ad on page 31. kundalini yoga, yoga nidra,•yin yogaYoga and restorative yoga Kundalini with Sevak Singh 1:303:00pm and offers four gong meditations per week, along with • Gong Meditation with Lisa Lippincott (the Gongster!) crystal singing bowl meditations. • Bring your yoga and a blanket, dress comfortably! “ANAHATA came into existence as amat means to serve (stained concrete floors) and uplift the community,” says founder Ronee Kipnes. “It • 15% discount for all packages purchased is a space of love and healing where members of all ages June 1st! come to restore and rejuvenate the body, mind and soul. • Drawing for a free 1-hour Sound and Energy Treatment arsha Craven, president of HealWe offer classes and workshops thatValue) integrate sound heal($125.00 ing Arts Connection, LLC, will ing practices with yoga and meditation that is appropriate • Drawing for 1-month of Unlimited Classes/Workshops present I Love Myself—DNA/Belief for anyone, regardless of age,($175.00 size orValue) ability to join in.” Systems Transformation Weekend, from A grand opening celebration is being held from noon • Call 480-699-9600 or July 24 to 27 and again from October to 4 p.m., June 1, with free yoga classes and sound healregister online at: www.ana-ha-ta.com 10 to 13, to discover how combining ing. ANAHATA’s primary desire is to create a community ancient wisdoms with quantum scifor conscious connection. Participants are asked to dress ence principles can create profound comfortably and bring a yoga mat, blanket and anything Gong, Crystal Singing Bowl, and Full Moon Meditationshealing for others and oneself. By they need to be comfortable. Kundalini Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga, and Yoga Nidra Classes developing a clear understanding of the subtle energy and body-mind-spirit For more information, call 480-699-9600 or register for ANAHATA connections, massage therapists, bodyworkers, health care free classes online at Ana-Ha-Ta.com. See ad page Healing 19. Sound andonEnergy professionals and other healing facilitators can enhance 10565 N 114th St Suite 110 and deepen a client’s healing experience. Scottsdale AZ 85259 Craven states, “The process of transforming belief (SE Corner of FLW and Shea) systems in others, or oneself, can contribute to integrated Ph: 480-699-9600 healing at the DNA/cellular level, nudge an out-of-balance www.ana-ha-ta.com system toward homeostasis and bring long-lasting benefits elvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is a common syndrome Authorized Dealer of Crystal Singing Bowls by Crystal Tones to the body-mind-spirit.” that many men may not know afflicts them. Using Participants will learn how to connect to the core of Check our scheduleto forbuild upcoming workshopsof and events! physical alignment markers awareness current their own being and work from the heart, the source of postural habits, Restorative Exercise offers gentle stretchunconditional love. Lectures include study of the four ing and strengthening exercises to achieve optimal alignbrainwave frequencies, how to move into the theta state ment for better pelvic health. The Kinesphere Center for instantly and when to use imagery and set intentions with Movement Education will be hosting a special Restorative clients. In extensive, supervised sessions, participants pair Exercise workshop dedicated to men’s health from 6:30 to up to practice and master principles and techniques, which 8 p.m., June 11, geared toward adult males of all ages. also include aspects of kinesiology and body mapping/ re-mapping.
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Vote in the 2014 Natural Choice Awards
Dr. Kristy Anderson Joins Longevity Medical Health
he Phoenix-metro area is comprised of many providers offering health and wellness, green living, nutrition, fitness and personal growth services, so how do we know which are the best? Go with the organizations recommended by your neighbors. The annual Natural Choice Awards, sponsored by Natural Awakenings magazine, gives readers the opportunity to select the individuals and businesses each year that deserve recognition for their efforts. “The Natural Choice Awards has become the Valley’s go-to list of leaders in health and wellness and green living here in Arizona,” says Eric Sells, publisher. “Each year, we receive higher numbers of ballot submissions, and I’m proud that our conscious readers utilize this opportunity to express their favorites.”
ongevity Medical Health Center has added Dr. Kristy Anderson to their staff. She is an alumnus of the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and a licensed physician in Arizona. Anderson’s focus is on pain management, environmental toxicities, GI health and lifestyle wellness coaching. As the former medical advisor for Heel Inc., a global leader in combination homeopathic pharmaceuticals, Anderson gave lectures and trainings nationally and internationally to the integrative medical community. She also supervised and coordinated the largest double-blind, placebo-controlled study of injectable homeopathic medications ever undertaken.
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Stretch i-D Muscle Balance Therapy at Innovative Primary Care
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or people that have tension in their shoulders, lower backache, sciatica or degenerative changes of the spine, Stretch i-D, available at Innovative Primary Care, in Gilbert, can offer holistic help that is more effective, safer, and longer-lasting than taking drugs or getting cracked and popped. Stretch i-D is a holistic form of physical therapy that combines postural calibration measurements with biomechanical science, corrective stretching and effective manual therapy techniques to rebalance and realign muscles damaged by trauma, repetitive movement stress, structural compensation, contact sports, surgery and sitting for long periods. This process, which unwinds muscle patterns that cause chronic pain and quickly restores balance to many of the body’s control systems, is achieved by the therapist without any force or manipulation of joint structures. Location: 2915 E. Baseline Rd., Ste. 101, Gilbert. For a free 30-minute assessment, visit InnovativePrimaryCareAz.com or call 480-776-0626. See ad on page 57.
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Sound Healing Workshop with Teri Merliss
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eri Merliss, founder of the Voice of the One Heart Healing, will present a workshop, Experiencing Sweetness in Your Voice, from 3 to 5 p.m., June 14, at the B~Well Center of Scottsdale. Participants will be taught how to connect with who they are by accessing the sacred sound of their heart. Merliss believes that everyone’s tone is unique, and it can be life-changing to experience the sweetness and beauty of this sound. The workshop includes toning, chanting and meditations. She will share the teachings of the Divine Feminine (heart chakra) and the Divine Masculine (throat chakra) and how they work together to create sound when merged in a conscious relationship. No singing experience is required. Merliss, based in New Jersey, sings and teaches high vibrational mantras to assist people in stilling the mind and finding inner peace. She is also the music teacher for the Children’s House, a Montessori-based school for young children. Cost is $30 for adults, $20 for students. Location: 4300 N. Miller Rd., Ste. 214. For more information, call 602-3841745 or email Info@b-wellcenterofscottsdale.com. See ad on page 52.
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Enjoy New Relationships with Past Relations
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lthough someone you love has passed way, your relationship hasn’t finished: it’s only different. You just have to learn to be a participant in it—work at learning how to communicate with them, just as they have to learn to communicate with you, without the body intervening between your mind and their mind. The Academy for Spiritual and Consciousness Studies has studied all the ways people are communicating with loved ones on the other side to cultivate new relationships and live blissful lives together. The Academy is holding a conference from July 11 to 13, in Scottsdale, to describe 16 methods anyone can use to communicate regularly with loved ones on the other side. The conference is bringing together 19 experts to explain the methods people are using to have successful, fulfilling afterlife communications. Most of the methods require no assistance such as a medium; they are direct communications. A new book, Afterlife Communication: 16 Proven Methods, 85 True Accounts, containing 85 accounts of real afterlife communications and written by the conference presenters, is available on Amazon.com. For more information, call 800-690-4232 or visit ascsi.org/ conference. See ad on page 17.
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Breakthrough Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment at Arizona K-Laser
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r. Kent Pederson, BA, DC, of Arizona K-Laser, is offering new patients a free first visit with the purchase of an appropriate treatment plan. He specializes in non-invasive, painless, cutting-edge healing and peripheral neuropathy pain relief. The K-Laser is a Class IV laser, the highest designation, which penetrates five to six centimeters deep to maximize the healing process. Weak Class III lasers, pain-numbing shots and medications do not help the underlying condition that causes the progression of neuropathy. The K-Laser is so effective that it actually helps heal the nerve endings, as opposed to covering up symptoms. K-Laser is used by many professional sports teams in order to get their athletes back in action as quickly as possible. This treatment is the best non-invasive treatment available today to relieve nerve and joint pain. Benefits include relief of back, neck, shoulder, knee and leg pain; faster healing times; and reduced pain from arthritis. Location: 11111 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 105, Scottsdale. For more information, call 480-609-1080. See ad on page 26.
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A GOOD MIDLIFE DIET PROLONGS HEALTH IN LATER YEARS
Natural Ways to Control Summer Allergies
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arly summer brings waves of pollen to much of the United States. Ragweed, purple loosestrife and other plants bloom and fill the air with allergens as they have for centuries. More recently, though, the severity and pervasiveness of strong allergic reactions in this country has increased, according to a study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. When experiencing allergens, the body releases histamines that can trigger sneezing, excess mucus flow, congestion and swelling of membranes and tissues. Rather than using nasal sprays—many containing steroids or other synthetic chemicals—to attempt to prevent this response, a more natural spray can work instead. A decoction of herbs like yarrow leaf, horseradish root, elder flower and/or eyebright, when absorbed by the membranes of the nasal passageways, can enter the cells and cause them to produce their own antihistamines. This breaks the cycle of overt symptoms without the user becoming dependent on an unhealthy spray. The Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine states that all these herbs, along with calendula and aloe applied topically for soothing, can bring natural congestion relief. Another approach is to use a spray consisting of an enhanced aqueous silver colloid solution, which can constrict microcapillaries and reduce bleeding. Shrinking nasal tissues reduces swelling and congestion, while killing bacteria and fungus. This can support a beleaguered immune system and help prevent a sinus infection—a natural gift of health for the allergy season. Steven Frank, the founder of Nature’s Rite, is also an innovative herbalist. For more information, email SteveF@NaturesRiteRemedies.com or visit MyNaturesRite.com. See ad on page 45.
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Harvard Medical School study found that how well women age in their 70s is linked to the way they ate earlier in life. Researchers started with 10,670 healthy women in their late 50s and followed them for 15 years. Published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, the results saw fewer chronic diseases among women that followed diets heavy in plant-based foods during midlife; these women were also 34 percent more likely to live past 70. Those that ate most similarly to the Mediterranean diet had even better outcomes—a 46 percent greater likelihood of living past 70 without chronic diseases. Eleven percent of the subjects qualified as healthy agers, which researchers defined as having no major chronic diseases, physical impairments, mental health problems or trouble with thinking and memory. According to lead author Cecilia Samieri, Ph.D., midlife exposures are thought to be a particularly relevant period because most health conditions develop slowly over many years.
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motional Freedom Techniques (EFT) may be an effective treatment for veterans that have been diagnosed with clinical posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to a study published in the Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease. EFT involves tapping on acupressure points while focusing on traumatic memories or painful emotions in order to release them. As part of the Veterans’ Stress Project, an anonymous clinical study comprising more than 2,000 participants, 59 veterans with PTSD were randomly assigned to either receive strictly standard care or also experience six, hour-long, EFT sessions. The psychological distress and PTSD symptoms showed significant reductions among veterans receiving the EFT sessions, with 90 percent matriculating out of the criteria for clinical PTSD. At a six-month follow-up, 80 percent of those participants still had symptoms below the clinical level for PTSD. According to Deb Tribbey, national coordinator for the Veterans’ Stress Project, PTSD symptoms that can be resolved with the combined therapy include insomnia, anger, grief, hyper-vigilance and pain. For more information, visit StressProject.org or EFTForVets.com. natural awakenings
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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.
Father Factor
Involved Dads Make for Smarter, Happier Kids It’s well known that involving fathers from the start in children’s lives has a significant positive impact on their development, including the greater economic security of having more than one parent. Yet, there’s more to the “father effect”. Numerous studies have found that children growing up in a household with a father present show superior outcomes in intelligence tests, particularly in nonverbal, or spatial, reasoning that’s integral in mathematics, science and engineering. The IQ advantage is attributed to the way that fathers interact with their children, with an emphasis on the manipulation of objects like blocks, roughhousing and outdoor activities, rather than language-based activities. A study of Chinese parents found that it was a father’s warmth toward his child that was the ultimate factor in predicting the child’s future academic success. A recent Canadian study from Concordia University provides new insights into a father’s impact on a daughter’s emotional development, as well. Lead researcher Erin Peugnot concluded, “Girls whose fathers lived with them when they were in middle childhood (ages 6 to 10) demonstrated less sadness, worry and shyness as preteens (ages 9 to 13) compared with girls whose fathers did not live with them,” he says. Source: HappyChild.com.au
Honeybee Hit
Scientists Nab Fungicide as Bee Killer
Colony collapse disorder, the mysterious mass die-off of honeybees that pollinate $30 billion worth of crops in the U.S., has been well documented, with toxic insecticides identified as the primary culprits. Now, scientists at the University of Maryland and the U.S. Department of Agriculture have expanded the identification of components of the toxic brew of pesticides and fungicides contaminating pollen and decimating the bee colonies that collect it to feed their hives. A study of eight agricultural chemicals associated with increased risk of infection by parasites found that bees that ate pollen contaminated with fungicides were three times as likely to be infected. Widely used fungicides had previously been accepted as harmless for bees because they are designed to kill fungus, not insects. Dennis vanEngelsdorp, the study’s lead author, states, “There’s growing evidence that fungicides may be affecting the bees on their own, highlighting a need to reassess how we label these agricultural chemicals.” Labels on pesticides warn farmers not to spray when pollinating bees are in the vicinity, but such precautions have not applied to fungicides. Source: qz.com
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GRAND OPENING! Sunday, June 1st 12pm - 4pm
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local food
Goodyear Farmers’ Market 3151 N. Litchfield Rd., Goodyear Saturdays: 7:30am-11am Mesa Community Farmers’ Market 263 N. Center St., Mesa Fridays: 9am-Noon Peoria Farmers’ Market at Park West 9744 W. Northern Ave., Peoria Saturdays: 9am-2pm Phoenix Public Market 721 N. Central Ave., Phoenix Wednesdays: 5pm-8pm & Saturdays: 8am-1pm
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Gluten Free Creations Bakery 10880 N. 32nd St., Ste. 39, Phoenix 2924 N. 30th St., Phoenix 7607 E. McDowell Rd., Scottsdale 602-522-0659 GFCBakery.com Natural bakery, dedicated gluten-free wheat-free facility. Many dairy, egg, nut, soy-free items with some vegan and sugar-free items. Breads, cakes, cookies, low fat donuts, bagels, pies and more.
Some local farmers’ markets have switched to summer hours. Please phone or visit their respective websites to have the most current information.
COMMUNITYSUPPORTED AGRICULTURE Desert Roots Farm Queen Creek 602-751-0655, DesertRootsFarm.com Locally grown, organic vegetables, fruits & herbs delivered to your door-step.
ArizonaCommunityFarmersMarkets.com ArizonaFarmersMarkets.com CentralFarmersMarket.com MommasOrganicMarket.com PhoenixPublicMarket.com TempeAction.org Ahwatukee Farmers’ Market 4700 E. Warner Rd., Phoenix Sundays: 8am-11am Anthem Farmers’ Market 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem Sundays: 8am-Noon Central Farmers’ Market 7901 N. Central Ave., Phoenix Saturdays: 9am-1pm Citadelle’s Twilight Farmers’ Market 19420 N. 59th Ave., Glendale Wednesdays: 5-8pm
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Roadrunner Park Farmers’ Market 3502 E. Cactus Rd., Phoenix Saturdays: 7am-11am Scottsdale Old Town Farmers’ Market Corner of Brown and 1st St., Scottsdale Saturdays: 7:30-11am Tempe Community Market 620 N. Mill Ave., Tempe Sundays; 8am-1pm
RESTAURANTS The Dhaba 1872 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe 480-557-8800 • The-Dhaba.com Bringing the memories and flavors of India to life, with healthy dining, natural foods, and gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options. Picazzo’s Organic Italian Kitchen Locations in Tempe, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Sedona and Flagstaff Picazzos.com An Italian kitchen providing delicious organic, natural and gluten-free entrees.
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THE HEALING POWER OF STORY How Telling Our Truths Can Set Us Free by Judith Fertig
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fter his deployment in Iraq, U.S. Marine Captain Tyler Boudreau returned home in 2004 with post-traumatic stress syndrome and an emotional war wound that experts now call a “moral injury”. He could only sleep for an hour or two at night. He refused to take showers or leave the house for long periods of time. He and his wife divorced. “My body was home, but my head was still there [in Iraq],” he recounts. At first, Boudreau tried to make sense of his conflicted feelings by writing fiction. Then he wrote a detailed, nonfiction analysis of his deployment, but that didn’t help, either. In 2009 he wrote a memoir, Packing Inferno: The Unmaking of a Marine, that came closer to conveying his personal truth. “I needed to get back into the story,” he says, so he could pull his life back together in Northampton, Massachusetts. Like Boudreau, we all have stories—ongoing and ever-changing— that we tell ourselves to make sense of our lives. They can help us heal and 22
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powerfully guide us through life, or just as powerfully, hold us back. In 1949, Sarah Lawrence College Professor Joseph Campbell published The Hero with a Thousand Faces, in which he outlined a master monomyth. It involves leaving everyday life and answering a call to adventure, getting help from others along the way, facing adversity and returning with a gift, or boon, for ourselves and others. It’s a basic pattern of human existence, with endless variations.
Power to Heal the Body
How does telling our truth help heal our body? Professor James Pennebaker, Ph.D., chair of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin, is a pioneer in the mind-body benefits of story, which he explores in Opening Up: The Healing Power of Expressing Emotions. In the late 1980s, while consulting for the Texas prison system, Pennebaker discovered that when suspects lied while taking polygraph tests, their heart rate rose, but when they confessed the truth, they relaxed.
“Our cells know the truth,” writes microbiologist Sondra Barrett, Ph.D., who also blogs at SondraBarrett.com, in Secrets of Your Cells, “Our physiology responds to what we’re thinking, including what we don’t want people to know.” When we are afraid to tell a story and keep it in, “Our cells broadcast a signal of danger,” she explains. “Molecules of adrenalin, along with stress hormones, connect with receptors on heart, muscle and lung cells—and in the case of longterm sustained stress, immune cells.” We experience increased heart rate, tense muscles, shortness of breath and lower immunity when we’re stressed. She notes, “When we release the stories and feelings that torment us, our cells respond with great relief and once again become havens of safety.” We need to tell our stories even in facing life-threatening illness, and maybe because of it. Dr. Shayna Watson, an oncologist at the Cancer Centre of Southeastern Ontario, in Canada, encourages physicians to listen to patients. “In the name of efficiency,” she reports in an article in Canadian Family Physician, “it’s easy to block out patients’ stories and deal only with the ‘facts’, to see the chat, the time and the stories as luxuries for when there is a cancellation. The study of narrative tells us, however, that in these easily neglected moments we might find more than we expect; there can be understanding, relationship building and healing—the elements of our common humanity.” A current problem is but a dot on the entire timeline of a person’s existence. By keeping their larger story in mind, patients can find a wider perspective, with the strength and resolve to heal, while the physician can see the patient as a person, rather than a diagnosis.
Power to Heal Emotions
“Telling your story may be the most powerful medicine on Earth,” says Dr. Lissa Rankin, the author of Mind Over Medicine, who practices integrative medicine in Mill Valley, California. She’s tested the concept firsthand.
“By sharing our stories together and finding common ground, we lay the groundwork for world peace and much more.” ~Rev. Patrick McCollum “So many of us are tormented by the insane idea that we’re separate, disconnected beings, suffering all by our little lonesome selves,” she observes. “That’s exactly how I felt when I started blogging, as if I was the only one in the whole wide world who had lost her mojo and longed to get it back. Then I started telling my story—and voilà! Millions of people responded to tell me how they had once lost theirs and since gotten it back.” They did it by telling their stories, witnessed with loving attention by others that care. “Each of us is a constantly unfolding narrative, a hero in a novel no one else can write. Yet, so many of us leave our stories untold,
our songs unsung,” remarks Rankin. “When this happens, we wind up feeling lonely, listless and out of touch with our life purpose. We are plagued with a chronic sense that something is out of alignment. We may even wind up feeling unworthy, unloved or sick,” says Rankin, who blogs on related topics at LissaRankin.com.
Power to Heal a Family
Sometimes, writing a new story can help keep families connected. Kansas City, Missouri, author and columnist Deborah Shouse took an unplanned and unwanted, yet ultimately rewarding journey with her mother through Alzheimer’s disease. Shouse discovered that as her mother was losing her memory and identity through dementia, crafting a new narrative helped her family hold it together, a process she details in Love in the Land of Dementia. “You have to celebrate the person who is still with you,” Shouse says, noting we may discover a different, but still interesting, person that communi-
cates in ways other than talking. She recommends employing a technique she calls The Hero Project, which she developed with her partner, Ron Zoglin. It uses words, photos and craft supplies in what Shouse terms “word-scrapping” to generate and tell a new story that helps keep the personal connection we have with our loved one and make visits more positive. She shares more supportive insights at DeborahShouseWrites.wordpress.com. Sharing an old story may also provide a rare link to the past for a person with dementia. “Savor and write down the stories you’re told, even if you hear certain ones many times,” Shouse counsels. “By writing down the most often-repeated stories, you create a legacy to share with family, friends and other caregivers.”
Power of the Wrong Story
Our thoughts are a shorthand version of a longer life story, says author Byron Katie, a self-help specialist from Ojai, California, who addresses reader stories via blog posts at ByronKatie.com. Some-
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times we tell ourselves the wrong story, one that keeps us from realizing our full potential, while making us miserable at the same time. Examples might include “I will always be overweight,” “My partner doesn’t love me” or “I’m stuck here.” Katie’s book, Who Would You Be Without Your Story? explores how we often take what happens in our lives, create a story with negative overtones, believe that version of the story and make ourselves unhappy. “The cause of suffering is the thought that we’re believing it,” she says. By questioning our stories, turning them around and crafting new and more truthful ones, we can change our lives.
Power to Heal the Community
Humorist, speaker, and professional storyteller Kim Weitkamp, of Christiansburg, Virginia, knows that the power of story creates wider ripples. She sees it happen every time she performs at festivals and events around the country. “It is naturally in our DNA to communicate in story form,” she advises. “The power of story causes great revelation and change in those that listen.” She cites supporting studies conducted by psychologists Marshall Duke, Ph.D., and Robyn Fivush, Ph.D., at the Emory Center for Myth and Ritual in American Life, in Atlanta, Georgia. “They found that children—at ages 4, 14, 44 or 104, because we’re all children at heart— are more resilient and happy and rebound faster from stress when they know their family stories. They know they’re part of something that’s bigger than themselves that people in their family have kept going,” says Weitkamp. “When people leave a storytelling event, they leave telling stories,” she says with a smile, “and that results in happier and healthier families and communities.” Judith Fertig tells stories about food at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot. com from Overland Park, KS. 24
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a two-minute story pitch in order to be accepted as a live storyteller during a future slam.
Ask and Answer
Moving through the process Byron Katie calls “the work” uncovers the truth about the stories we are telling ourselves in order to create newer, healthier ones. First, think of a negative thought that’s worrying you, such as “I’m stuck.” Next, ask four questions about it. Is it true?
Honing Your True Story Write the Truth
James Pennebaker and fellow researchers at the University of Texas at Austin found that a simple writing exercise can help free people from emotional burdens, as first reported in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology. Here’s how to apply it: Every morning for four consecutive days, write down feelings about what is bothersome: Something you are thinking or worrying about too much. Something you feel is affecting your life in an unhealthy way. Something you have been avoiding for days, weeks or years.
The idea is to write about the emotions that surround this thing you’re reluctant to admit or speak about. Pennebaker says it’s not necessary to reread what’s written or tell anyone about it. The simple act of writing down emotions surrounding a story begins the process of releasing it and relaxing.
Story Slams
The Moth organization features true stories told live by people of all ages on The Moth Radio Hour, the Internet and at group story “slams” around the world. At TheMoth.org, would-be storytellers find tips on how to craft their tales for a listening audience at live story slams around the world, as well as via webcasts. They can then record
Can I absolutely know it’s true? How do I react—what happens— when I believe that thought? Who would I be without the thought? Now write down honest answers, which might be something like: “I’m not really stuck, I just think I am. Deep down, I know I have the power to move forward, but am unsure about the direction or way to go about it, so I feel anxious. Without the thought of ‘I’m stuck,’ I would feel freer to find a solution.” Then, turn those thoughts around, for example, to, “Really, when I think about it, I feel much freer than when I deny or gloss over my erroneous thought.” When we turn around a specific limiting thought, we can experience the power of letting go of not only a misguided, but ultimately untrue internal story.
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Musician with a Cause
Jack Johnson Plans Shows with the Planet in Mind by Meredith Montgomery
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inger-songwriter Jack Johnson’s touring concerts have almost always doubled as fundraisers for local environmental nonprofits. “Early on, we recognized that we could not only fill a room, but also raise funds and awareness for nonprofit groups we believe in,” says Johnson. Then, as he started playing larger venues, “I realized the power of touring to connect our fans with local nonprofits in every town we played.” Johnson and his wife, Kim, also founded two environmentally focused charitable foundations, and during the past five years, all of his tour proceeds have been donated to them, in turn going to hundreds of environmental education nonprofits worldwide. The enabling commercial success began in 2001 when his debut album successfully established this Oahu, Hawaiian’s trademark mellow surf-rocker style. Since then, he’s released five more studio albums, including the most recent, From Here to Now to You. “While I have so much gratitude for the support our music receives, for me, music has always been a hobby, a side thing. It grew into a way to work in the nonprofit world. Being engaged in environmental education almost feels like my real job, and the music’s something we’re lucky enough to provide to fund related causes,” says Johnson. As the size of his audiences grows, so does the size of his potential environmental footprint. On the road, Johnson’s team works with the Sustainable Biodiesel Alliance to fuel all tour trucks, buses and generators. Comprehensive conservation efforts including refillable water bottle sta-
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tions, plus organic cotton T-shirts and reusable or biodegradable food service ware are standard at his shows. “We try to be environmentally conscious every step of the way,” says Johnson. “Our record cases and posters use recycled paper and eco-friendly inks. We record albums in my solar-powered studio. It’s an ongoing learning process and conversation as we find even better ways to do things.” Johnson’s team often requests increased recycling efforts and use of energy-efficient light bulbs at venues, advancing long-term eco-changes everywhere they perform. He explains, “Our thinking is that once they change the light bulbs for us, they’re not going to go back to the old light bulbs after we leave. Many venue managers tell us they have stuck with the improvements because they realize that they’re easy to do.” Marine pollution and single-use plastics are issues high on the musician’s environmental list, but the topic he’s most passionate about is food. In his home state of Hawaii, 90 percent of food is imported. “The idea of supporting your local food system is a big deal in our family and we take that point of view on the road because it’s a vital issue anywhere you go,” he says. At each tour stop, all of the band’s food is sourced within a specific radius. Johnson also works with radio stations to promote regional farming, helping to build community and fan awareness of the benefits of supporting local farms. At home, Johnson has solar panels on the roof and drives an electric car. The entire family, including three children, participates in recycling, worm composting and gardening. “It’s fun to take what we learn at home on the road and bring good things we learn on the road home,” he says. The Swiss Family Robinson is one of the family’s favorite books. “We love figuring out ways to apply ideas,” he remarks. “For our first water catchment system, we got 50-gallon drums previously used for oil and vinegar from a bread bakery and attached spigots. The kids were so excited to watch them fill the first time it rained.” Johnson finds that all of the facets of his life work together. For example, “Music is a social thing for me. I get to share it with people. Surfing is where I find a lot of balance; it’s a more private time. But I also come up with lyrics and musical ideas while I’m surfing.” Johnson’s approach to inspiring all generations to be conscious of the environment is to focus on the fun, because it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the big picture. Understanding that his own kids are among the future stewards of planet Earth, he works diligently to instill values of creativity and free thinking. Johnson reflects, “When I look at things that are in the world now that we would have never dreamed possible when we were growing up, I recognize how much can change in one generation. Looking for answers that aren’t there yet—things nobody’s thought of—that’s what’s going to solve problems.” Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Mobile/Baldwin, AL (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com). natural awakenings
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Don’t Let Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Get You Down by Dr. Paul Stallone
Summertime is usually the time of year for increased activities. Family road trips, swimming, hiking, vacations and carpooling bored kids to various engagements require more energy than normal. However, for those that are already struggling with fatigue, this time of year can seem exhausting. It’s important for chronic fatigue sufferers to discover the underlining cause of their fatigue, instead of masking it with stimulants.
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epending on the root cause, ignoring this sign from our body can have serious negative consequences. Occasional tiredness is perfectly normal and expected when our daily routine is mixed up, but if we’re dealing with debilitating fatigue, we need to consult with a naturopathic physician. Some of the major causes of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) are generally addressed in a short amount of time and the results can be incredible. Symptoms of adrenal fatigue include fatigue, depres-
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sion, easily stressed, low libido, muscle weakness, skin problems, poor memory, constant lightheadedness and salt, sugar, fat cravings. Symptoms of hormonal imbalance include fatigue, depression/anxiety, easily stressed, low libido, muscle loss, weight gain, insomnia, uncontrolled sweating, and salt, sugar, fat cravings. Symptoms of thyroid issues include fatigue, depression/anxiety, weight gain, hair/skin problems, muscle/joint pain, cholesterol issues, bowel/GI problems, increased PMS and neck discomfort. The right naturopathic physician will know which tests are needed after completing an evaluation. Blood, urine and saliva are simple collections that can assist in a patient’s diagnosis. Testing is absolutely critical, as this will dictate which treatment is desirable. Many conditions respond to specific healing, and time and money can be wasted without knowing the exact reason behind a persistent symptom. Adrenal fatigue, hormonal imbalances and thyroid issues are common conditions that have similar symptoms, but are all easily detected by the right lab work. Treatment for each diagnosis is different, depending on the severity, putting even more importance on proper testing. Treatment typically involves a customized supplement regiment and/or bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. Recovery is experienced anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, but most feel some improvement within a week. It’s essential that treatment involve a specialist that understands the significance of using natural supplementation instead of synthetic pharmaceuticals which adopt a one-size-fits-all approach. Lab work is invaluable, but many people could be inducing their CFS with nutritional deficiencies and dehydration. A large number of people are jeopardizing their
health by ignoring basic human needs. Once these shortages are reversed, fatigue can improve within hours. To achieve rapid replenishment, personalized IVs can provide nutrients and hydration directly into the blood supply. They can be quickly and affordably received as often as the patient requires. After a few sessions, most people are able to maintain recovery with a few lifestyle changes and quality supplements. It makes sense that if we are not getting enough sleep at night due to insomnia, we might suffer from CFS during the day. Insomnia is a very serious condition that is affecting more and more people. Prescription sleep aids may be habit-forming, cause numerous complications and come with side effects that can include death. This is a dangerous and unnecessary way of treating insomnia. Chronic insomnia is another symptom from our body, telling us something is wrong; it should not be ignored. Because many people suffer from this condition, technology has advanced to pinpoint why it is becoming so frequent. Testing neurotransmitters is a great way to understand which brain chemicals are misfiring and which need correcting. There are many reasons behind suffering from CFS. The sufferer may have been struggling for years with devastating fatigue, but treatment can be quick and painless by consulting with the right naturopathic physician. Paul Stallone, NMD, founded the Arizona Integrative Medical Center, located at 8144 E. Cactus Rd., Ste. 820, in Scottsdale. He combines natural/alternative/conventional treatments to best fit and benefit each individual patient’s needs. For more information, call 480-214-3922 or visit DrStallone. com. See ad on inside front cover.
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Unleashing Unlimited Potential with Panache Desai by April Thompson
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orn into an East Indian family in London, England, Panache Desai grew up steeped in spiritual practices like meditation. Though recognized by spiritual teachers as possessing a special gift, Desai rejected his spiritual foundation as a teenager, trading it for the excitement of London’s rave music scene of the 1990s before moving to America. It wasn’t until he was 22 and living in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Venice Beach that the pain of the way he had rejected his true inner nature reached a cre-
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scendo. In opening himself up to the possibility of the divine, Desai underwent a spiritual awakening that has led him to dedicate his life to helping others make their own journey from self-rejection to contentment. Unaffiliated with any one religious or spiritual tradition, Desai works with simple, yet powerful principles of energy to help free people from selfimposed limitations and unlock their potential. His first book, Discovering Your Soul Signature: A 33-Day Path to Purpose, Passion & Joy, just released,
is a departure from his earlier focus on creating meditation CDs and other audio recordings.
What was the key turning point in embracing your life’s calling? Every time I would visit a spiritual teacher as a kid, they would say, “We’ve been waiting for you.” But I just wanted to be normal and was also skeptical; not every well-intentioned person is necessarily leading you home. I reached a turning point when I knew something had to change. I told myself that if this thing called God really exists and if I’m here to be a messenger, I have to experience it personally. In that moment, I began to undergo a transformation that culminated in a direct experience of the divine; an infinite ocean of energy vibrating with unconditional love. I felt part of what every spiritual teacher has been telling the world for thousands of years: that the true nature of reality is love, a love that expresses itself through all life forms. That experience allowed me to accept my role of helping others see and achieve their potential.
How does the universal energy you speak of affect us and how can we shift our dance with it? We are vibrational beings inhabiting a vibrational universe. Yogis and mystics from traditions throughout time have
known this. The subtlest form of vibration is the soul, which is overlaid by the emotional, with the physical as the outermost layer of energy. Because the emotional layer can accumulate a density that enshrouds our soul’s light and potential, it’s important to address it. Energy is like water—it wants to flow and can shift states at any moment. Judging or rejecting any aspect of our genuine identity disrupts that flow of energy. For example, if instead of being available to feel your anger when it arises you repress or deny it, that accumulating emotion acquires density and over time, becomes rage. But if you can learn to slow down and lean into the emotion, the anger can wash through and out of you and energy again flows freely. By allowing ourselves to acknowledge, experience and release these emotions without judgment, we are clearing the obstacles to our authentic self, what I term one’s “soul signature”.
How is discovering our soul signature related to finding our calling?
The soul signature is our purest potential expressed. You can have a calling to be a writer, but unless you are connected to who you are at the deepest level, your writing won’t have the same impact. Accessing our soul signature is a process. We didn’t end up where we are overnight, and it can take time to get back to that place where we can express our truest selves by working with the techniques of energy transformation described in my book.
What are good first steps for someone newly initiating a spiritual practice? The most powerful tool is our breath. Witnessing and honoring our breath in every moment allows us to transform every day into living meditation. Find author blogs on how individuals live their soul signature at Panache Desai.com. Connect with freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com. natural awakenings
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month. Solar panels cost 90 cents/ watt. Inverters (equipment that converts solar power to grid power) cost 51 cents/watt. Attachment hardware (that affixes the solar panels to the structure) costs 54 cents/watt. Installation labor (skilled NABCEP trained installers to integrate your solar system) costs 55 cents/watt. Engineering and permitting costs 15 cents/watt. The total cost is approximately $2.65/watt, or $20,960, for that home. Then, deduct the federal tax credit of 30 percent ($6,288) and the Arizona state tax credit of $1,000, for a total of $7,288. The balance comes out to $13,672. If you currently pay $250 a month to the utility company, it would it take just 4.55 years to replace the utility company. This is as simply as I can break down the costs, and homeowners should certainly consult a professional accountant to nail down the details, because financing the system through a loan will add a little bit. Many programs are available with low interest rates, as well as home equity loans for those that qualify, based on credit worthiness. Then there’s the instant equity of approximately $20,000 that your home accrues once you have gone solar, based on industry appraisal experts. Be smarter than I was—don’t wait. Brandon Cheshire is the chief technical officer for SunHarvest Solar & Electrical, serving the greater Phoenix area. For more information on going solar, call 623-755-8323 or visit SunHarvest-Us.com. See ad on page 33.
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Plug-In Electric Vehicles Have Rosy Outlook by Kena Fedorschak
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lug-in electric vehicles (PEV) have gained popularity in recent years due to low operational costs, lack of emissions, enhanced safety and capacity to reduce oil dependency. Electric vehicles are classified as either plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), which rely on both battery packs and a conventional internal combustion engine, or battery electric vehicles (BEV), which derive all their power from battery packs. Sales of both types of vehicles have increased rapidly in recent years; approximately 95,000 PEVs were sold in 2013, compared to just under 20,000 in 2011. Moreover, there are currently 9,600 PEVs registered in Arizona. This rapid expansion in sales begs the question: What are the primary differences between conventional gasolinepowered vehicles and electric vehicles? First, all PEVs have set range, or distance the vehicle can travel before its battery packs are depleted. PHEVs have an initial mileage period where the electric engine is used exclusively, and then the conventional gasoline engine kicks in. This distance can vary from 11 miles (Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid) to 35 miles (Chevrolet Volt). BEVs have much larger battery packs, allowing for greater travel distances in between charges: The high-end Tesla Model S has a range of 265 miles. Second, battery packs in electric vehicles must be recharged. Most vehicles can be charged from a domestic wall socket; charging times vary depending on battery size and other variables, but charge times are generally between eight
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and 20 hours. Charging speeds can be doubled by purchasing an adaptor that increases power delivery from the standard 120 volts on a 15 amp circuit breaker to 240 volts on a 30 amp breaker. Moreover, DC fast-charging stations can supply up to 600 volts of power for rapid vehicle charging. While this technology is generally not available for home installation, stations are conveniently placed along major roadways all across the country. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, there are currently 284 electric charging stations in Arizona alone. Furthermore, it is cheaper to drive an electric vehicle—estimates suggest that PEV electricity costs are about 75 percent less than gasoline on a per-mile basis. Third, PEV engines are small, silent and gearless. Acceleration is not interrupted by gear shifting, so maximum torque can be applied at any speed. Because BEVs do not have conventional gasoline engines, the space under the hood can be used for storage. Additionally, safety ratings of BEVs outrank most traditional gasoline engines because the front of the car becomes a crumple zone in the event of a crash. Furthermore, most BEVs have a lower center of gravity because battery packs are stored underneath the car, which increases vehicle handling and decreases rollover incidents. For example, the Tesla Model S has received a safety score of 5.4 out of 5 from the National Highway Safety Administration—the highest score ever awarded. While range is still a limiting factor, battery technology will surely increase in the coming years. It is clear that PEVs are the future and will likely be adopted on a large scale in coming years. Kena Fedorschak co-founded the Honor Society for Sustainability at Arizona State University. He believes sustainable management practices can be implemented without negatively impacting the bottom line. Contact him at kfedorschak@gmail.com.
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our fluid intake. If the day is warmer or we get some exercise, this amount will need to increase. Next, make a meal plan the night before, so that we have better focus on what to eat the next day. When we fly by the seat of our pants, it becomes easy to go for a quick fix. The next thing to help improve our life is adding activity. The best way is to do something that we love and will not seem like work. If going to the gym and lifting weights does not seem like a good time, no problem; perhaps hiking or riding a bike
is better. Find things that are fun and add them into the routine. The goal is adding movement into our day for 30 minutes, and the impact that this change will have by far will outweigh many other changes. Physical activity brings a multitude of benefits, including cardiovascular effects, neurological benefits, body composition changes, disease prevention and much more. Walking is a great place to start, do just enough that it will get the heart rate up. Once we start and begin to feel better, we will naturally increase the activity and reap the benefits. Maybe we cannot change the address where we live, but this is not meant as the place we live physically, like an apartment or home, but the place we choose to live every day with our thoughts, words and actions. The impact of our self-talk, how we say things and the actions we choose to do will impact our habits, who we are and the people that we keep around us. Choose to live in a way and place that allows us to have positive comments to ourself. Changing this one thing will influence how we treat ourself. It seems like a small thing, but changing the way we talk with ourself will alter the way we interact with others and has the bigger impact of changing the world. Becoming more inspired will require focus on our diet, which has an impact of our health within two to three days. Add on activity, and we will see benefits within weeks. Changing where we live in our mind will echo the most dramatic changes in all aspects of our life. Inspired living is not just how we change our life for the better, but more importantly, it’s the impact that it has on others that truly makes it inspirational. Dr. Saman Rezaie is a licensed naturopathic physician and graduate of the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine. For more information, call 480-657-0003 or visit MyIntegrativeHealth.com. See ad on this page. natural awakenings
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Paddle-Happy Stand Up Paddleboards Spell Family Fun by Lauressa Nelson
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a mother of three in Laguna Beach, California, SUP race champion and executive director of the Stand Up Paddle Industry Association. “Children are fascinated by the play of the water and the motion of the board. Parents can acclimate an infant to flat-water paddling by simply creating a well of towels onboard, with the baby snuggled between the feet, looking up at them,” advises Lili Colby, owner of MTI Adventurewear, near Boston, Massachusetts, which makes life jackets for paddle sports. She notes that U.S. Coast Guard law requires that children 30 pounds and under wear infant life jackets to provide special head and neck support that turns a baby’s face up with an open airway within three seconds of entering the water. It’s a good idea to first practice paddling short distances in shallow waters near the shore. Toddlers are more likely to lean overboard to play in the water, Colby cautions, so engaging in nature-inspired games along the way will help occupy them onboard. “Young children introduced to water sports in the context of positive family interaction typically become eager to paddle on their own,” observes Tina Fetten, owner of Southern Tier Stand Up Paddle Corp., who leads a variety of SUP experiences throughout New York and northern Pennsylvania. “If they are strong swimmers,
I bring them on a large board with me and teach them the skills for independent paddling.” Although SUP boards look like surfboards, stand up paddling is commonly taught on flat water, making it easier and more stable than surfing. Still, swimming competence and adult supervision are prerequisites to independent paddling according to paramedic Bob Pratt, co-founder of the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project, which leads water safety classes in Illinois, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin. “Parents should outfit all children with a life jacket, Coast Guard-approved for their age and weight, as well as a leash, which attaches to their ankle and the board with Velcro straps,” Pratt says. “If children fall into the water, a tug of the leash enables them to quickly retrieve their largest floatation device, the board.” Experts agree that success is relatively easy, so children build confidence quickly. The sport can be adapted to suit individual needs and positions, including moving from standing to sitting or kneeling, says Fetten, who teaches adaptive SUP lessons in a community pool. As she sees firsthand, “All children, especially those with disabilities, benefit from the empowering feeling of attaining independent success.” “A water-based sport is the healthiest outlet children can have,” attests Wesley Stewart, founder of Urban Surf 4 Kids, a San Diego nonprofit that offers free SUP and surf clinics for foster children. “Being on the water requires kids
to focus on what they’re doing and has the ability to clear their minds and give them freedom. It’s like meditation. Plus, SUP is a low-impact, cross-training cardio activity; it works every part of the body.” Beyond the basic benefits, SUP keeps children engaged by offering endless opportunities to explore the geographic and ecological diversity of different types of waterways. SUP activities and levels can grow along with children; teens can try yoga on water, competitive racing and the advanced challenges of surfing. Fitness is a bonus to the rewarding ability to propel one’s self through the water. SUP enthusiast Lauressa Nelson is a freelance writer in Orlando, FL, and a contributing editor for Natural Awakenings.
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rostate cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in men today. It is currently exceptionally common given the aging boomer generation being tested using the prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test, along with the growing incidence due to many false positives generated by the test. With waning confidence in PSA, conventional and naturopathic physicians have access to an exciting new genetic molecular urine test that has exceptional predictive value in determining whether a patient’s prostate cancer is really a problem or not. Studies have demonstrated that the majority of elevated PSA tests are elevated for reasons independent of prostate cancer. For example, such other causes are infection, inflammation, benign prostatic hyperplasia, bike riding, sex before the test or simply older age. This means that a positive PSA test may cause anxiety over a cancer that does not exist. Unfortunately, the only way to legally confirm whether there is cancer present is to undergo a displeasing rectal biopsy of the prostate that may or may not even hit the lesion. Many patients today are seeking an alternative method to determine their realistic prostate cancer risk. The most significant over the past decade is the PCA-3 molecular marker test. Following a prostate exam, urine is collected that flushes messenger RNA specific for prostate cancer from the urethra and is sent to special urological laboratories. If a positive is found, then this suggests very strongly (with an accuracy of 70 percent) that prostate cancer will be identified on a biopsy. This result is not a legal diagnosis of cancer, but is very helpful for a patient to determine whether a biopsy is appropriate; that is, determining if the biopsy is in the patient’s best interest or in the interest of the urologist that simply wants the biopsy to ensure liability protection. The PCA-3 test has only recently been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and hence more available. The prior problem was determining if prostate cancer is present especially if the blood PSA test was initially concerning. However, confirming prostate cancer is only half the problem, and concern for patients. This is because the majority of prostate cancer diagnosed upon random biopsy for a PSA between 2 to 10 has a mortality rate of less than 10 percent. This means that there is only a one out of 11 statistical chance of dying from prostate cancer, even after it has been diagnosed by a urologist. These odds can still be dubious to patients when they discover that the majority of
prostate cancer surgeries lead to permanent urological damage such as incontinence and erectile dysfunction. Therefore, the second question patients will ask after diagnosis is, “Is my cancer an aggressive form that should be surgically removed, or will I likely die of something else, and thus can avoid surgery and instead follow natural treatments?” Following the great success of the PCA-3 test, a sequel was just publicly released this year. It is a similar genetic urine test, but results in a value from an algorithm that determines the likelihood that a prostate cancer is aggressive. This is determined in the laboratory by testing for the amount of RNA cross-linking found in prostate cancer genetic material. The higher the cross-linking, the more likely a prostate cancer will be determined to have an elevated aggressiveness. Although a third genetic molecular marker test is on the horizon, the first two have already been significantly empowering men with powerful assessment tools not available to the typical urology patient. This information can help them determine with their physician the best course of action—natural active surveillance or conventional treatments—when confronted with the current confusion of PSA testing and the omnipresent risk of prostate cancer. Phranq D. Tamburri is a naturopathic physician specializing in men’s health, with a sub-specialty in prostate cancer, at Longevity Medical Health Center, in Phoenix. For genetic testing, call 602-428-6151. For more information, visit LongevityMedical.com. See ad on page 21.
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Qigong Teachings on Fitness and Food Reaching Your Highest Energetic Potential in One Lifetime (Part 2 of 2) by Qigong Practitioner Jeff Primack
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igong is about breath mastery. The best schools emphasize breathing to remove blockages and build a surplus of energy. Through technical training in abdomen placement, you can increase your body temperature and blood circulation on demand. When someone lays hands on another person while doing tumo breathing, it can send profound waves of healing qi into that person. “God formed man of the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul.” Genesis 2:7 Does it weaken our connection to Spirit if we are breathing shallow? Scripture suggests a connection with being alive and breath incoming through our nostrils. What if we breathed consciously and deeper all day? Qigong is about getting high, naturally. Alcohol transforms the
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mind-state, yet also destroys the liver. Qi has no side effect except making you feel full of vitality. Its highs are beyond words. With focused practice most people can move qi, causing a mild to intense euphoria. Qi, being free, abundant and right under our noses, make it the ultimate ally to rise above life’s obstacles and reduce stress. Qigong Strength Training is nurturing to qi instead of taxing like some traditional exercises. If you have old injuries, you can practice Qigong. We use “Holding Qi” postures like Horsestance to build the root chakra and leg strength. When doing HyperThrows we use fast followed by slow brushing movements which work wonders for circulatory issues, building speed/strength and giving a burst of energy. Yin and Yang alternating movements open arteries to expand blood
flow beyond that which traditional exercise is capable. Anyone can do Qigong Strength Training, even the severely injured. Mike Maier, retired fighter pilot and martial arts seeker, was so badly injured he couldn’t hold his arms above his head for more than ten seconds. He came up to me at our 2,000 person National Qigong Conference to complain of his discomfort. As we were talking, I advised his body was adaptogenic and building new neurons, preparing his arms for the next time he would be holding the postures. Six months later Mike became an advanced teacher of our Qigong Strength Training. I personally watched him do 200 pushups, prerequisite for passing that certification; he couldn’t do even one pushup before meeting us! The belief is qi moves blood and possibly helped move circulation into his torn shoulder along pathways that were previously blocked. This is an example of how Qigong can heal. Enlightenment requires a body that can hold light. Fitness is not only about muscles; it’s about the nervous system. Your lower abdomen is the seat of what Qigong calls your “Dan Tien” and it’s your center of gravity housing the majority of vital energy. It wasn’t until I learned pranayama breathing that I experienced being one with the Universe. My whole body filled with blissful electricity that hummed inside me. For a time I was one with spirit and matter and I knew I was going to dedicate my life to teaching how to access this bliss naturally. Yogis describe nirvana as a mind-state where we access our Super Consciousness. From these higher vibration states we can receive divine insight and creativity. Food is the key to the qi! Diseases like autism, cancer and Alzheimer’s are increasing at an alarming rate. Fruits, vegetables, tonic herbs and medicinal mushrooms contain phytochemicals that unlock our body’s endocrine system and act as sparkplugs to the immune system. Unfortunately, many people do not get enough of them. Phytochemicals are most concentrated in the parts of the food that we often
throw away: the seeds, stems, skins and rinds of the fruits and vegetables we eat. Many eat the right foods, but throw away the parts with all the “medicine.” For instance, we blend the avocado “with the big seed” in a high-powered blender along with other good tasting fruits and veggies. The avocado seed is tasteless, has the life force potential to create a huge tree, and more soluble fiber than any food for scrubbing plaque out of the arteries. Qigong teaches the principle ‘specific foods REVERSE specific diseases.’ Asparagus with its ridiculously high glutathione can help the body reverse cancer and improve phasetwo detoxification. Bitter melon is a blessing to the diabetic, but normally hard to eat with its bitter taste. That is no longer a problem with the scrumptious bitter melon recipes we have worked hard to make for the diabetic community. We recently held a special seminar and served many of these recipes to the attendees. A few people were fighting over who got to eat more bitter melon curry. When freshly steamed Asparagus with
Avocado Seed Hollandaise Sauce was served, people were licking their plates. Smoothies are amazing for healing and taste awesome, however, cooked food opens the channels of qi life force and increases absorption of many nutrients. Get educated and learn food-based healing protocols. Supreme Science Qigong Center offers a new CEU approved seminar that includes a five-course food healing dinner. Food and fitness go together, so we combined the best of our teachings into a weekend seminar that includes a dinner party on Friday evening. Tickets are fashionably affordable: $99 for two days training and dinner. Amazing value has always been our secret, and we are honored to share this wisdom in a fun and experiential conference. Eat from the tree of life; avoid the surgeon’s knife. Take a deep inhale and follow God’s trail. OM Jeff Primack has studied with many Qigong masters from all over the world and has trained 50,000 people in live Qigong seminars since 2003.
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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE CREATES A PARTNERSHIP FOR WELLNESS by Dr. Jim Handzel
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ne of the common definitions of functional medicine is a medical practice or treatments that focus on optimal functioning of the body and its organs, usually involving systems of holistic or alternative medicine. Functional medicine addresses the underlying causes of disease, using a systems-oriented approach and engages patient and practitioner in a therapeutic partnership. What makes functional medicine necessary is that society is experiencing more complex, chronic diseases that often are not completely addressed by standard medical physicians/doctors that focus mostly on acute care. There are methodologies,
treatments and different ways to address some of these more complex and chronic diseases, versus just treating symptoms. Digestive distress actually is one of the more common ailments individuals experience, especially in America, where the diet isn’t always based on healthy and natural foods. Because these aliments are so prevalent, this is a good illustration of where functional medicine comes into play in ways we may not realize. The digestive system is a highly complex system from beginning to end, with many moving parts and internal dependencies. Instead of standard solutions to address and resolve issues
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like irritable bowel syndrome, reflux or other digestive issues, treatments today only mitigate the symptoms and often require long-term or lifetime medication, and can even cause additional issues like hindering the absorption of necessary vitamins and minerals from food and reduction of natural acids that help the breakdown of toxins. Because multiple systems are examined from different perspectives with functional integrative medicine, it becomes more obvious that fixing digestive distress is not as simple as one might think. Treatments could include anything from chiropractic adjustments to colon hydrotherapy, as well as a nutritional focus that can often help to address digestive stress and the ongoing symptoms that occur with them. Recommendations are further developed from understanding the root cause of ailments. Practitioners of functional integrative medicine focus on education and identification of a step-by-step process for addressing the issues and recommendations for healing and maintenance as necessary. Dr. Jim Handzel focuses on chiropractic care and functional medicine at Mind, Body and Flow, in Chandler. For more information, call 480782-6566 or visit MindBodyAndFlow. com. See ad on page 30.
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SATURDAY, JUNE 7 Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association 2014 Spring Conference – Jun 7-8. Pain Management: Managing Emotional and Physical Aspects of Pain. For naturopathic physicians only. $350-550. Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas, 6333 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480-921-3088.
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Down Dogs for Paws – 10-11am. All levels yoga class taught by Tami Link with an emphasis on alignment. Donation. Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. 602-532-3111. Kinesphere-Studio.com.
Click “Calendar” SUNDAY, JUNE 1 ANAHATA Grand Opening Celebration – Noon4pm. New studio features song, crystal bowls and mantras used both in mediation and yoga classes creating peace and balance, allowing for healing of the body, mind and spirit. Free. ANAHATA Sound and Energy Healing, 10565 N 114 St, Ste 110, Scottsdale. 480-699-9600. Ana-Ha-Ta.com.
MONDAY, JUNE 2 Become a Massage Therapist – Start of a multi-session curriculum for the professional massage therapy program. Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, 1100 E Apache Blvd, Tempe. 480-994-9244. Swiha.edu. Jack Canfield Seminar – A fast-paced, experiential and powerful seminar about applying successful principles for healers and therapists. Save $40 when you use code NA40. Sheraton Wild Horse Pass, Phoenix. 619-861-2237. EnergyPsych.org/Canfield.
TUESDAY, JUNE 3 Green Drinks – 5:30-7:30pm. Monthly networking event for The Green Chamber. Free to members, $10 non. See website for location. TheGreenChamber.org.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4 Guided Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. With Marsha Craven. Love donations shared with Reach Out,
Check In, Save a Life. RSVP. Healing Arts Connection, 1717 W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.
THURSDAY, JUNE 5 Innovative Green Projects – 7-8:30pm. Green building lecture that spotlights local creative agents working to create new building prototypes for the 21st century, exemplifying principles of resource conservation, energy independence and healthy living. Free. Scottsdale Granite Reef Senior Center, 1700 N Granite Reef Rd, Scottsdale. 480-312-3111.
FRIDAY, JUNE 6 Dances of Universal Peace – 7pm. Meditative, joyous circle dances using sacred phrases, music and movements from many spiritual traditions. With Shivadam Burke. $10-20 donation. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. UnityofMesa.org. Discover Your Gifts and Graces – 6-7:30pm. Presentation on self-discovery and healing. Free. Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, 1100 E Apache Blvd, Tempe. Swiha.edu. Tarot/Oracle Share – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn how to give intuitive readings. $10. Reiki Harmony Center, 717 W Union Hills Dr, Ste 12A, Phoenix. Register: ReikiHarmonyCenter.com or contact mike@reikiharmonycenter.com or 480-399-2611.
Reiki I – 10am-6pm. With Marsha Craven, 5th generation Usui Reiki Master Teacher. Healing Arts Connection, 1717 W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com. Usui Reiki I Class – 9am-5pm, Jun 7-8. Introduction and initiation into the first Usui Reiki degree. Learn the story of Usui Reiki. Receive four attunements with guided meditations. Learn different hand positions for self-healing and healing others. Reiki Harmony Center, 717 W Union Hills Dr, Ste 12A, Phoenix. Register: ReikiHarmonyCenter.com or contact info@ reikiharmonycenter.com or 480-399-2611.
SUNDAY, JUNE 8 Reiki II – 10am-6pm. With Marsha Craven, 5th generation Usui Reiki Master Teacher. Healing Arts Connection, 1717 W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.
MONDAY, JUNE 9 Summer Get Aligned Challenge – Start of a daily summer challenge to improve movement and overall health. $375. Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. 602-532-3111. Kinesphere-Studio.com.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11 Men’s Health Lecture – 6pm. Dr. Phranq Tamburri discusses all things concerning men, including prostate cancer risk assessment (when and how), PSA
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and PCA3 testing, new testing updates, Prostatitis and BPH management, options for prevention and treatment. Free. Longevity Medical, 13832 N 32nd St, Ste 126, Phoenix. RSVP: 602-428-6151 or LongevityMedical.com. Men’s Pelvic Health Workshop – 6:30-8pm. Developing yield and appropriate strength in the pelvic floor and hip muscles for better pelvic health and overall prevention. $40. Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. 602-532-3111. Kinesphere-Studio.com. Wine Making Using Any Fruit – 7-8:30pm. Learn how to make wine easily and inexpensively, including demonstrations of strawberry wine and mead (made from honey). With Lisa Miller and sponsored by Valley Permaculture Alliance. $18. Lady Bug Eco Friendly Pest Control, 1641 E University Dr, Mesa. 602-535-4635 ext 105.
THURSDAY, JUNE 12 At the Edge of Two Worlds – Jun 12-15. New York Times bestselling author, shaman and teacher Lynn Andrews presents a retreat that delivers higher consciousness. Sedona Creative Life Center, Sedona. LynnAndrews.com.
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FRIDAY, JUNE 13 Special Reiki Night – 6:30-8:30pm. A special workshop provides information and new techniques for Reiki practitioners. $20. Reiki Harmony Center, 717 W Union Hills Dr, Ste 12A, Phoenix. Register: ReikiHarmonyCenter.com or contact mike@reikiharmonycenter.com or 480-399-2611. EFT Talk and Booksigning – 7pm. John Freedom presents a free talk and booksigning of his work Heal Yourself with Emotional Freedom Technique. Changing Hands, 6428 S McClintock, Tempe. 480730-0205.
Hand Stretching Workshop – 12:30-1:30pm. Dominika Gaines presents a unique class focused on stretches to open the palms and digits of the hand. $25. Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. 602-532-3111. Kinesphere-Studio.com. Learn to Meditate – 2-4:30pm. Get serious about learning to meditate with a program ideal for any level. With Sarah McLean. $225. McLean Meditation Institute, 411 Hwy 179, Ste 8, Sedona. 928-204-0067.
MONDAY, JUNE 16 Become a Massage Therapist – Start of a multi-session curriculum for the professional massage therapy program. Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, 1100 E Apache Blvd, Tempe. 480-994-9244. Swiha.edu. The Natural Approach to Boosting Fertility – 6:30pm. Dr. Andrea Purcell, NMD, covers proper testing, hormone balancing and pre-natal nutritional support. 5505 W Chandler Blvd, Ste 5, Chandler. RSVP: 800-318-8582 or AskDrPurcell.com/fertility.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18 Are Your “Mood Engines” Running on Empty? – 6pm. Holistic health coach Pamela Black covers the brain’s four “Mood Engines”: Serotonin, Endorphin, GABA and Catecholamines. Learn what symptoms you may have that can create road blocks to your overall wellness. Portal to Healing Clinic, 15849 N 71st St, Ste 235, Scottsdale. RSVP: 800-318-8582 or AskDrPurcell.com/pamblack.
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Usui Reiki for Kids – Noon-3:30pm. Children learn to access their own natural healing abilities and the Usui Reiki method. For ages 8-13. $55. Reiki Harmony Center, 717 W Union Hills Dr, Ste 12A, Phoenix. Register: ReikiHarmonyCenter.com or contact info@ reikiharmonycenter.com or 480-399-2611.
Annual Counseling Conference – Jun 20-21. The Arizona Counselors Association holds its annual conference with keynote speaker Marcheta Evans, PhD, and many informative sessions. Northern Arizona University, North Valley Campus, Phoenix. 602-762-0302. Azca.org.
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Drumming Circle – 7pm. Experience the harmony, euphoria and rhythm of drumming. Drums/skills not required. $10 suggested donation. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. UnityofMesa.org.
Experiencing Sweetness in Your Voice – 3-5pm. Learn how to connect with who you are by accessing the sacred sound of your heart. Everyone’s tone is unique and it can be life-changing to experience the sweetness and beauty of this sound. With Teri Merliss. $30. B-Well Center of Scottsdale, 4300 N Miller Rd, Ste 214, Scottsdale. RSVP: 602-527-3444. B-WellCenterOfScottsdale.com.
Spice Up Your Reiki Using Crystals – 6:30-8:30pm. Understand how to incorporate crystals within a Reiki session. $35. Reiki Harmony Center, 717 W Union Hills Dr, Ste 12A, Phoenix. Register: ReikiHarmonyCenter.com or contact mike@reikiharmonycenter. com or 480-399-2611.
SATURDAY, JUNE 21 SmartSpine Therapeutic Workshop – 10am-6pm. An introduction to the benefits of the SmartSpine system as a means of encouraging aligned movement, which helps improve blood flow, cellular regeneration, and release of fascial tension. $175. Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. 602-532-3111. Kinesphere-Studio.com. Usui Reiki II Class – 9am-5pm, Jun 21-22. Brief review of the Reiki I class and includes two attunements with guided meditations that open the sacral and solar plexus chakras. Learn three different Usui Reiki symbols that can be used during Reiki treatments. Reiki Harmony Center, 717 W Union Hills Dr, Ste 12A, Phoenix. Register at ReikiHarmonyCenter. com or contact info@reikiharmonycenter.com or 480-399-2611.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25 Personal Consultations – Jun 25-27. With Master Ximena Gavino, Divine Channel. More fully understand your karma, soul’s journey and life blockages with a Soul Reading. Remove sickness, life blockages through a Divine Crown Chakra Blessing, karma cleansing, Soul Healing Miracles Blessing. By appointment. Debra 480-338-1012. Rejuvenate Center, Phoenix. Soul Healing Miracles Evening – 6:30-9:30pm. Understand how the Law of Karma creates blockages in health, relationships, finances, home, pets, etc. Receive sacred wisdom and Divine Healing blessings from Master Ximena Gavino. Love offering. Rejuvenate Center, 14064 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix. Debra 480-338-1012. LovePeaceHarmonyPhoenix.com.
THURSDAY, JUNE 26 Introduction to Open Spiritual Channels: Soul Language – 6:30-9:30pm. Tao Channel, Master Ximena Gavino, helps you open your soul language to connect directly with your soul. By translating
soul language you will receive your soul’s guidance for any aspect of life. $25. Phoenix. LovePeaceHarmonyPhoenix.com. RSVP: 480-338-1012.
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Soul Healing Miracles Evening – 6-9pm. Everyone can be a miracle soul healer. Learn how with Master Ximena Gavino, Divine Channel, and Terry Matthews, Certified Divine Healing Hands Healer. Understand how karma creates blockages. Love offering. Vision Quest Bookstore, Phoenix. Terry 602-750-4707. VisionQuestBooks.com.
Green Drinks – 5:30-7:30pm. Monthly networking event for The Green Chamber. Free to members, $10 non. See website for location. TheGreenChamber.org.
Usui Reiki III Master/Practitioner Class – 9am5pm, Jun 27-28. Create a deep, lifelong connection to the Reiki energy and learn new advanced Reiki techniques. Reiki Harmony Center, 717 W Union Hills Dr, Ste 12A, Phoenix. Register at ReikiHarmonyCenter. com or contact info@reikiharmonycenter.com or 480-399-2611.
SATURDAY, JUNE 28 Reiki III/Master – 10am-6pm. Become a 6th Generation Usui Reiki Master Practitioner and bring your special healing gifts into the world with new confidence and recognition. Healing Arts Connection, 1717 W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. RSVP: 623215-7988. How2Heal.com.
JULY 7 Reiki I – 10am-6pm. With Marsha Craven, 5th generation Usui Reiki Master Teacher. Healing Arts Connection, 1717 W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.
JULY 8 Reiki II – 10am-6pm. With Marsha Craven, 5th generation Usui Reiki Master Teacher. Healing Arts Connection, 1717 W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.
JULY 11 New Developments in Afterlife Communication – Jul 11-13. Nineteen speakers present information and resources on afterlife communications. $295. Embassy Suites, Scottsdale. 800-690-4232. Ascsi. org/conference.
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Portal to Energy Healing – Noon-4pm. Witness nine healing modalities demonstrated. With Marsha Craven. $50. Healing Arts Connection, 1717 W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-2157988. How2Heal.com.
Michael Harner’s Shamanic Extraction Healing Training – 9:30am-5pm, Sat/Sun. Prerequisite The Way of the Shaman. Learn the shamanic extraction method of healing. Taught by Melissa M. Dawahare, NMD, RN, Foundation for Shamanic Studies Faculty. Tuition $250 (mention this and save $25). shamanism@drmelissa.com, 480-993-8249. Register online at drmelissa.com/fssextraction.
Soul Communication: Direct Soul Communication Practicum – 1-5pm. Join Divine Channel, Master Ximena Gavino, to practice and develop your direct soul communication channel to receive guidance directly from God, saints, ascended masters and spirit guides for any aspect of life. $25. Rejuvenate Center, Phoenix. LovePeaceHarmonyPhoenix.com. Debra 480-338-1012.
Usui Reiki I Class – 9am-5pm, Jul 12-13. Introduction and initiation into the first Usui Reiki degree. Learn the story of Usui Reiki. Receive four attunements with guided meditations. Learn different hand positions for self-healing and healing others. Reiki Harmony Center, 717 W Union Hills Dr, Ste 12A, Phoenix. Register: ReikiHarmonyCenter.com or contact info@reikiharmonycenter.com or 480-399-2611.
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classifieds To place a Classified Listing: Send $1.00 per word, with typed listing by the 12th of month prior to publication. Must be pre-paid. ADVERTISING SALES – Natural Awakenings magazine is looking for experienced advertising salespeople in the Phoenix area to help others grow their businesses. Commission-based. Full- or parttime. Unlimited potential. Send resume to: eric@ naturalaz.com. HEALING CIRCLE – Fun, effective, complimentary w/ad. Every Tuesday & Friday 7 P.M. 1702 N. 69th St. Scottsdale 85257. Unwanted paranormal activity? We make house calls. Greg 480-834-6233. NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN NEEDED PART-TIME – In Healing Center. Be an independent contractor and work among Chiropractors, Massage Therapists and Skin Care Specialists. Beautiful, serene and creative space in Tempe. For more info please call Dr. Kimberly Landino 480-720-3045. PRACTITIONERS WANTED SPACE AVAILABLE – North Phoenix Reiki Center looking for a licensed massage therapist, different healing modalities, or a psychic to share our peaceful space. Two rooms available for rent. Mike 480-399-2611.
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Meditation and Buddhism – 7-8:30pm. Each week participate in a guided breathing, relaxation meditation followed by a teaching on a practical topic within Buddhism to help improve your experience of inner peace. $5-10. Clear Light Buddhist Center, 614 E Townley Ave, Phoenix. MeditationInArizona.org. 602-243-5220.
Celiac Support Group – 7-9pm. Monthly meeting of the Greater Phoenix Chapter occurs the first Wed of the month. Free. Paradise Valley Retirement Community (Community Room) 11645 N 25th Pl, Phoenix. PhoenixCeliac.org.
tuesdays Watercolor Art Classes – 9:45am-12:30pm. All levels, beginner to advanced. Learn fluid color technique, drawing and composition. Small class of 8 students. No talent required, just a desire to create. With Allura Westly. Paradise Valley area. 602-9960612. allurawatercolor@cox.net.
Reiki Share – Various times. For the Reiki practitioner. The basics of Reiki, followed by 20-minute mini Reiki sessions. $5. Reiki Harmony Center, 717 W Union Hills Dr, Ste 12A, Phoenix. RSVP: mike@ reikiharmonycenter.com or 480-399-2611. ReikiHarmonyCenter.com. Watercolor Art Classes – 9:45am-12:30pm. All levels, beginner to advanced. Learn fluid color technique, drawing and composition. Small class of 8 students. No talent required, just a desire to create. With Allura Westly. Paradise Valley area. 602-9960612. allurawatercolor@cox.net. Weekly doTerra Essential Oils Classes – Various times. Learn what an essential oil is and they can improve your mood, health, vitality, save on medical expenses naturally and how to use the oils with everything you do. Free. Reiki Harmony Center, 717 W Union Hills Dr, Ste 12A, Phoenix. Register: mike@ reikiharmonycenter.com or 480-399-2611.
thursdays Restorative Exercise Classes – 5:30-6:30pm. Focusing on developing optimal strength and flexibility in the body’s tissues, this class provides you with vital information and exercises that address your alignment and body mechanics. Free. Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. 602-532-3111. Kinesphere-Studio.com.
sundays Awakening Experience Within – 6-8pm. Evening of consciousness healing, meditation and intuitive guidance with Michael Morelli, graduate of Barbara Brennan’s School of Healing teacher training program. Each week is open to newcomers. Donation. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. UnityofMesa.org. Prayers for World Peace – 10am. Enjoy practical advice and meditations that lift the heart and bring energy and hope; from this inner peace, world peace grows. Clear Light Buddhist Center, 614 E Townley Ave, Phoenix. MeditationInArizona.org. 602-243-5220. Sunday Services – 9 and 10:45am. A positive path for spiritual living, with transformational lessons and music. Experience the power of an open-minded spiritual community. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. UnityofMesa.org.
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ACUPUNCTURE BAREFOOT ACUPUNCTURE COMMUNITY PAIN & STRESS CLINIC 6722 E. Avalon Drive, Suite 1 Scottsdale, AZ 85251 602-954-8016 Barefoot-Acupuncture.com
Affordable pain and stress relief for working people. Acupuncture for as little as $25 per session for established patients getting a series of 5-10 treatments. Custom Chinese herbal formulas for common ailments. Skin health specialist. Top-tier skills without the frills.
ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE SALT CHALET ARIZONA
Pavel Gershkovich, CHP, CRP 5011 N. Granite Reef Road Scottsdale, AZ 85250 480-621-6041 SaltChaletArizona.com ArizonaLeechTherapy.com Our rooms are coated from floor to ceiling with multiple layers of pure, untreated salt from the Dead Sea. Providing relief for many health conditions. See ad on page 24.
ART CLASSES WATERCOLOR ART CLASSES Allura Westly 3611 E. Sunnyside Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85028 602-996-0612 allurawatercolor@cox.net AlluraWaterColor.com
Allura Westly, master teacher, opens her sanctuary studio to all levels, beginner to advanced. Learn fluid color technique, drawing and composition. Small class of 8 students. No talent required, just a desire to create.
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COLON HYDROTHERAPY MELINDA SMITH
Colon Hydrotherapist and Holistic Iridologist 602-317-7677 BestVisionOfHealth.com Unique gas release technique in order to get rid of toxins and prevent diseases. Very gentle, relaxing. Free nutritional consulting and mini iridiology reading with your first session.
DR. HARLAN SPARER Tempe, AZ 85282 480-245-7894 TempeNonForce.com
Dr. Harlan Sparer is a Wholistic C h i r o p r a c t o r, e x c l u s i v e l y practicing the Directional Non Force Technique®, for the last 30 years. He adjusts ligaments, muscles, bones, and discs.
MIND BODY & FLOW
290 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 11 Chandler, AZ 85224 480-782-6566 MindBodyAndFlow.com The journey to optimal health begins by detoxifying the body. Our professional certified staff provides services such as colon hydrotherapy, infrared sauna, massage therapy, and more. Now offering chiropractic care and functional medicine. See ad on page 30.
CLEANING SERVICES BENNETT’S CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING
Valleywide Service 480-994-4988 BennettsCarpetCleaningAz.com Eco-friendly carpet & upholstery cleaning. Featuring organic cleaners and odor removal products derived from renewable seed and vegetable sources. No perfumes, solvents or other hazardous products. No phosphates. Products also available for in home use. Licensed and owner operated since 1974. See ad on page 33.
PLANET HUGGER 877-624-3326 Planet-Hugger.com
An eco-friendly home and office cleaning company & offers natural cleaning products. 877-624-3326. See ad on page 36.
COUNSELING ABLE: ALLIANCE FOR BETTER LIVING
Carlos F. Tosca, MC-LPC Licensed Professional Counselor “Strategies to Enhance Life in a Meaningful and Mindful Way” 602-696-2801 Ablellc1@gmail.com AllianceForBetterLiving.com Individual, Couples, Group, and Family Counseling, utilizing an integrative approach to transform and create balance in your life; Personal, Family, Career, Mind, Body, and Spirit.
CRANIOSACRAL MARY PETERSON PHYSICAL THERAPY
Mary Peterson PT, MS Ed 480-998-1646 MaryPetersonPT.com Personalized care for lingering pain and stress. Integrating hands-on therapies like visceral manipulation, cranial therapy and myofascial release with self-care strategies. Over 25 years experience finding solutions.
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DENTISTS ARROWHEAD AESTHETIC AND RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY John H. Upton, Jr., DDS PC 18555 N. 79th Avenue, Suite A-104 Glendale, AZ 85308 623-878-6333 DrJohnUpton.com
A unique dental practice combining personalized care, friendly professional service, and advanced dental technology. We believe each person deserves treatment designed to meet individual needs.
BUTLER FAMILY DENTISTRY Lisa M. Butler D.M.D. 4210 N. 32nd St. Phoenix, AZ 85018 602-956-4807 ButlerFamilyDentistry.com
Providing biologic dentistry personalized to fit your needs in a caring and supportive environment. We offer many holistic procedures using the latest in modern technology. Dr. Butler is a member of the Holistic Dental Association and the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology. See ad on page 11.
ADVANCED ENERGY EFFICIENCY Woman owned/operated; certified, licensed and bonded 480-446-7900 AE3Q.com
APS/SRP Approved Contractor for utility rebates and incentives. Schedule your Natural Awakenings Home Check-up today and receive a complimentary indoor air quality test ($125 value). See ad on page 33.
David G. Lewis, DDS 408 E. Southern Ave. Tempe, AZ 85282 480-967-4204 WelcomeHomeDental.net
Unique dental practice focusing personal attention on each patient with a health-conscious approach. FREE consultation or second opinion when you mention this ad.
WOLSKI CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE DENTISTRY
Krystyna Wolski, DDS, DMD, M.D., M.D.(H) 14269 N. 87th Street, Suite 107 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-991-3357 Offering a unique dental-body approach for over 20 years. Health problems often begin in the mouth because your teeth and body are connected through acupuncture meridians. Modalities include kinesiology, electro-dermal testing and homeopathy. See ad on page 20.
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WINDY HILLS LAVENDER FARM LLC Highway 260 at Stone Bridge Trail Heber, AZ 85928 928-240-2273 windyhillslavender@yahoo.com WindyHillsLavender.com
Fresh Arizona-grown lavender and fine lavender products, made in Arizona with all natural ingredients. Please see our website or visit our Boutique in Heber.
ENERGY HEALING BUBBLING WELL HEALTH OFFERINGS Linda P. Essex, R.N. Prescott 928-710-2178 bubblingwell@cableone.net
Linda has over 30 yrs of experience to assist you to meet your needs. Pamper your body and spirit with food-based healing and products, healing touch, channeling for spiritual guidance and Qigong lessons. Private and group sessions or demonstrations by appt.
HOLISTIC HEALTH ANAHATA SOUND AND ENERGY HEALING 10565 N. 114th Street, Suite 110 Scottsdale, AZ 85259 480-699-9600 Ana-Ha-Ta.com
A-1 PLUS PAINTING, LLC 602-402-9849 a1pluspainting@gmail.com A1plus.vpweb.com
Your eco-friendly green painter. Top quality interior and exterior house painting, using only low and zero VOC paints that meet or exceed EPA specifications. See ad on page 35.
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8342 N. 7th Street Phoenix, AZ 85020 602-224-5313 OrganicLivingAz.com Offering organic mattresses/bedding, organic personal care, organic baby clothes, organic and natural cleaning products, 100 percent natural carpet, natural linoleum flooring, cork and bamboo flooring, and zero-VOC paints and sealers. See ad on page 37.
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A center for homeopathic wellness. Balancing the mental and emotional aspects of life via spiritual counseling, hypnotherapy, life coaching, reiki and energy medicine. The power to heal lies within. See ad on page 55.
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Foot and Ankle Care 10555 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. A101 Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 602-954-0777
Leading alternative medicine cancer specialist. Combines nature and science in a comprehensive and integrative way nobody else does. Accepting patients from around the world. See ad on page 45.
KRISTY ANDERSON, NMD
Practicing in the Phoenix area, Dr. Klebe offers complete foot and ankle care. Holistically oriented, Dr. Klebe integrates homeopathic medicine with conventional medical care. See ad on page 18.
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Longevity Medical Health Center 13832 N. 32nd Street, Suite #126 Phoenix, AZ 85032 602-428-6151 LongevityMedical.com Dr. Anderson focuses on pain management, Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, integrative cancer t r e a t m e n t , e nv i r o n m e n t a l toxicities, GI health and lifestyle wellness coaching. See ad on page 21.
MEDITATION TEACHER TRAINING Meditation Learning Center Shane Wilson, Rev., Counselor Mesa, AZ 85201 480-513-7747 MeditationLearningCenter.com
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Available live or online. Become a Dr. Chander is an integrative confident and medicine physician who provides competent teacher of comprehensive integrative • Home Efficiency/ Mortgage Advisor meditation. Work medicine with specialization in with groups, • Purchase/ Refinance Mortgage Programs noninvasive therapies for joint/ individuals, retreats, workshops. Incorporate musculoskeletal pain, neuropathy, • Renovation/ Retro Fit Mortgage Options meditation into your life and work. An integrated, cancer pain, fatigue, fibromyalgia, nonsecular certification program. • Conventional/ FHA/ VA loan availability many other conditions, and also preventive medicine. See ad on page 27. • Finance needed Upgrades & Repairs
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Focusing on helping patients who suspect they have thyroid disease but are told their thyroid function is normal, reversing persistent hypothyroid symptoms, and managing hyperthyroidism with natural medicines. See ad on page 41.
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Integrative Health 9200 E. Raintree Dr., Ste. 100 Nova Home Loans M Murphy, PA-C 10200 N. 92nd Deborah Street #120 *Get an Analysis of your Homes ‘Current’ efficiency* Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Scottsdale,Integrative AZ 85258 Women’s Wellness 2850 E. Camelback Road, Suite 270 480-657-0003 Phoenix, AZ 85016 480-240-2600 Ways to save 10% to 25% on Energy Cost each month!!! MyIntegrativeHealth.com 602-385-4817 ArizonaAdvancedMedicine.com matthew.thorne@novahomeloans.com Dr. Khoshaba received her Areas of medical specialization TeamThorne.com Doctorate from Southwest
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KIMBERLY LANDINO, ND Harmonic Healing Center 2226 South Rural Road Tempe, AZ 85282 480-921-9530 DrKimberlyLandino.com
Heal from the inside out. Nourish the body, free emotions & rediscover your spiritual essence. Dr. Landino offers individualized acupuncture healings. Natural Choice Awards 2010 Winner for Acupuncture. See ad on page 43.
KATKA NOVAKOVA, MD (EUROPE), ND Center for Natural Healing 5401 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. C-200 Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 480-970-0077 drnovakova@yahoo.com DrRamsey.com • DrKatka.com
My desire is to educate, empower and inspire people on their personal healing journey. I believe that healing IS possible – on ALL levels! See ad on page 7.
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Arizona Integrative Medical Center, P.C. 8144 E. Cactus Road, # 820 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-214-3922 DrStallone.com
Zest Natural Medicine 1405 N. Dobson Road #20 Chandler, AZ 85224 480-361-5108 ZestNaturalMedicine.com
Dr. Stallone’s main focus is to listen and understand the underlying cause of an individual’s illness. Often it is a combination of nutritional, emotional, chemical, structural, and lifestyle factors. He uses a vast array of modalities to effectively treat the acute and chronic diseases that are commonly seen today. See ad on inside front cover.
Dr. Barrie Zeller specializes in gastrointestinal concerns, obesity, food allergies, adrenal fatigue, hormone imbalances, and women’s health. She uses bioidentical hormone therapy and other natural therapies to guide the body and mind to wellness. Her approach to treatment is to devise a plan that fits your life. See ad on page 31.
ADRIENNE STEWART, NMD Integrative Health 9200 E. Raintree Dr., Ste. 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-657-0003 MyIntegrativeHealth.com
Dr. Stewart empowers women who are struggling with their menstrual cycle, considering having a baby, or going through menopause. See ad on page 41.
JONATHAN PSENKA, NMD
Longevity Medical Health Center 13832 N. 32nd Street, Suite #126 Phoenix, AZ 85032 602-428-6151 LongevityMedical.com Dr. Psenka works with integrative cancer therapies, IV therapy, allergies, ozone, UVBI, and diet and exercise education for the treatment and prevention of disease. See ad on page 21.
ANDREA PURCELL, NMD
Portal to Healing Naturopathic Clinic 15849 N. 71st Street, Suite 235 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 888-691-6881 PortalToHealing.com Dr. Purcell specializes in Hormone Balancing and Digestive Health. She is the author of the gluten free cookbook, Feed Your Cells! 7 Ways to Make Health Food Fast, Easy and Gluten Free.
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PHRANQ D. TAMBURRI, NMD Longevity Medical Health Center 13832 N. 32nd Street, Suite #126 Phoenix, AZ 85032 602-428-6151 LongevityMedical.com
D r. P h r a n q Ta m bu r r i i s a naturopathic physician specializing in men’s health with a subspecialty in prostate cancer. In tandem to these fields, Dr. Tamburri treats male hormone deficiency, low energy, and sexual performance. See ad on page 21.
ISAAC YOSEF, BSC (ENG), NMD 5011 N. Granite Reef Road Scottsdale, AZ 85250 602-872-8057 DrIsaacYosef@gmail.com
Dr. Yosef employs electrodermal testing and specializes in homeopathic and bioidentical hormone balancing, IV therapy, ozone, UV light, unique detox therapies and affordable, effective pain management and joint regeneration techniques.
NUTRITION SHARON MADSEN
Nutrition Consultant 602-684-1475 sharon@foodsenseatoz.com Foodsenseatoz.com/lets-go-shopping Providing integrated counseling, coaching, support and training to implement healthy lifestyle nutritional habits. Meal planning, shopping, food preparation and portion control. Group and individual classes.
PEST CONTROL ARIZONA ORGANIC PEST & TERMITE CONTROL Organic Pest Control 602-923-1457 ArizonaOrganic.com
Avoid being exposed to dangerous chemicals when all-natural and safer alternatives work just as well and last longer. See ad on page 34.
PET CARE FETCH DOGGIE STORE
14885 N. 83rd Place, Suite 106 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-219-1900 FetchDoggieStore.com A holistic pet wellness center providing all-natural dog grooming, reiki and crystal healing, pet nutrition and health, and a larger retail store. See ad on page 55.
PHYSICAL THERAPY DESERT INSTITUTE OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
15953 N. Greenway-Hayden Loop, Suite A Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-998-4848 DesertInstituteOfPT.com Whole body physical therapy, orthopedic rehabilitation, body mechanics, sport- and work-related injuries. Providing manual therapy treatments and 1:1 individual attention throughout the entire treatment. See ad on page 7.
STRETCH i-D®
Muscle Balance Therapy David J. Castro, C.H.E.K. Practitioner 2915 E. Baseline Road #101 Gilbert, AZ 85234 480-776-0626 InnovativePrimaryCareAz.com
Therapeutic relief that rebalances and realigns muscles damaged by trauma, repetitive movement stress, structural compensation, contact sports, surgery and sitting for long periods. Free 30-minute consultations.
REAL ESTATE ALI AL-ASADY
REALTOR®, EcoBroker HomeSmart 13 Valley Locations 623-332-4116 PhoenixGreenHomeConcepts.com Your green home resource, Ali has 10+ years’ experience as a professional Realtor and is a proven leader in the sustainable real estate market. See ad on page 34.
JAN GREEN
REALTOR®, CDPE, SFR, EcoBroker, CIAS RE/MAX Excalibur Realty 21803 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 602-620-2699 GotGreen.info As a Certified EcoBroker, Jan works to assist clients with energyefficient features, understanding ways to save green, live a healthier lifestyle and save money. See ad on page 33.
VALERIE TOURANGEAU REALTOR®, EcoBroker Keller Williams East Valley 480-229-8858 EastValleyGreenHomes.com
REIKI HARMONY CENTER
717 W. Union Hills Drive, Suite 12A Phoenix, AZ 85027 480-399-2611 ReikiHarmonyCenter.com Info@reikiharmonycenter.com Reiki is a natural and safe healing method effective in helping any issue on a physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual level. RHC provides Reiki sessions, classes, Psychic readings and Reiki shares. We also offer many different workshops and classes. We do sell books, crystals, oracle cards, essential oils and salt lamps. RHC now offers Bio Mat sessions.
SALONS A LOR A ORGANIC STUDIO
We are a full service green real estate team helping buyers and sellers. Providing the best standard of care in the real estate industry. See ad on page 35.
REIKI INNER JOY CENTER
• 6730 E. McDowell Road, Suite 134 Scottsdale, AZ 85257 • 600 W. Ray Road, Suite D-2 Chandler, AZ 85225 480-888-9522 InnerJoyCenter.com
7329 E. Stetson Drive #18 Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-318-7555 AloraOrganic.com
We are an organic eco friendly hair salon where beautiful cuts and color coexist with the best natural hair care. No harsh chemicals or synthetic fragrances. Just beautiful healthy hair. New Client special $15 off your first service. See ad on page 57.
PURESALON
8711 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd #205, Scottsdale 480-339-6688 PureSalonAz.com
A humble and sacred space in which Reiki and other healing arts practitioners practice and share their diverse talents with the local community. See ad on page 29.
Voted best natural salon in the Valley 2011, 2012 and 2013 by Natural Awakenings readers. Organic | vegan | gluten free. Clean air ecofriendly salon environment only using the finest non-toxic hair color. See ad on page 25.
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SHAMANISM TRAINING FOUNDATION FOR SHAMANIC STUDIES
Arizona Faculty Member: Melissa M. Dawahare, NMD, RN 480-993-8249 shamanism@drmelissa.com DrMelissa.com/workshops
We offer Michael Harner’s The Way of the Shaman workshop and other core shamanism trainings. Visit website for upcoming course dates, descriptions, locations, and fees.
SUNHARVEST SOLAR & ELECTRICAL Brandon Cheshire 623-755-8323 SunHarvest-Us.com
Providing sustainable, clean solar photovoltaic (PV) energy to customers with high-quality products and services at an affordable price, while focused on ethics and altruism. See ad on page 33.
SPIRITUAL CENTER
WEIGHT LOSS INSIGHTS FOR LIFE
Martha Reed, PhD 20325 N. 51st Avenue, Suite 112 Glendale, AZ 85308 623-249-5888 Insights-For-Life.com “Easily Lose ½-1 pound a day” with my whole person approach. Combining Homeopathics, Hypnotherapy, Far Infrared Heat Therapy, Life Coaching and Vibefit Therapy. No Needles and Homeopathic Safe. See ad on page 55.
CLEAR LIGHT BUDDHIST CENTER
SKIN CARE ADVANCED SKIN TECHNOLOGY Linda Leibl, B.S. Master Aesthetician Since 1985 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-254-0302 MyBeautifulSkin.com
Look great and feel great! G u a r a n t e e d i m p r ove m e n t . Clinical proven results. Natural “Corrective” Peels/Deep Pore Cleansing/Oxygen Therapy/ Nonsurgical Facelift Therapy/Acne Reduction/Brown Spots/Large Pores/Skin Tightening/Agereversing Swiss Product Lines. Learn “insidersecrets” from the “expert”! Discover your “WOW” results today. Call me now!
TRUE BALANCE WELLNESS
Linda Curry, owner Mesa, AZ 480-510-8274 Linda@TrueBalanceWellness.com TrueBalanceWellness.com Bringing the fountain-of-youth to you, skin care with only pure ingredients from nature. Sensitive skin or not, these products are simply the best! True Balance Wellness offers plant-based vegan cooking classes and Simple Nature Skin Care.
New Kadampa Tradition 614 E. Townley Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85020 602-243-5220 clearlightbc@gmail.com MeditationInAz.org
Open to all, whatever level of interest. The Center offers meditation classes, introductory and in-depth courses, changed prayers, workshops, retreats, and children’s classes.
STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION
WELLNESS CENTERS ABSOLUTE HEALTH Dr. Sara Penton, D.C. 8360 E. Raintree Drive, Suite 135 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-991-9945 AbsoluteHealthAz.com Our focus is treating the whole person. Alleviating all of your ailments through allergy elimination, biofeedback and chiropractic using a plan that is unique to each individual’s needs. See ads on pages 31 and 48.
RIHAB YAQUB
Certified Advanced Rolfer™ Rolf Movement® Practitioner Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner 480-735-8875 RolfingResources.com Appointments in Scottsdale and Gilbert Manual therapy and movement education to evoke lasting change. When was the last time you felt vibrantly healthy and could move with grace and ease? Rolfing® Structural Integration can feel wonderful.
ADVANCED ALLERGY RELIEF OF ARIZONA Dr. Dylan Foster, D.C. 3305 E. Greenway Road #7 Phoenix, AZ 85032 602-866-3500 BecomeAllergyFree.com Helping our patients get back to a normal life of eating via proprietary reprogramming of your nervous system against negative substances such as gluten or dairy. See ad on page 14.
YOGA SOLAR ARIZONA SOLAR CONCEPTS 480-446-3600 AzSolarConcepts.com
Save thousands of dollars by switching to s o l a r n o w. Receive a $100 gift card when you book and complete your appointment by July 30. See ad on page 37.
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Specializing in small group or one on one private yoga instruction. Private yoga sessions allow you to work privately with a yoga instructor to create a practice that makes sense for your body and your level of experience. If you can breathe, you can do yoga.
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