Natural Awakenings Phoenix & Northern Arizona, October 2018 Edition

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CHALLENGE Youth Movement Spells Hope

Planet-Wise Ways to Say Goodbye Memorial to a Pet’s Passing

Multifaceted Chiropractic

Integrative Approaches Enhance Healing

Blue Zones How Cities are Fostering Resident Well-Being

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Contents 22 YOUTHS STEP UP TO THE GLOBAL CHALLENGE

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Fresh Hope for a Troubled Planet

26 FAREWELL TO A BELOVED PET

Earth’s Memorial to a Pet’s Passing

28 PETS AND THE RAINBOW BRIDGE

30 REBOOTING LIBIDO Exercise Rekindles Desire

31 CHRONIC FATIGUE AND

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HORMONAL IMBALANCE

32 ‘LESS MEAT’ GOES MAINSTREAM

Options Grow for Plant-Based Eating

34 THE RISE OF BLUE ZONES IN AMERICA Places that Encourage Healthy Living

35 THE BENEFITS OF CHIROPRACTIC

36 MULTIFACETED CHIROPRACTIC

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Integrative Approaches Enhance Healing

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s some of you may have realized by now, I am an animal person, and, not having had children, my “fur kids” have held an important role in my life, and in my heart. I have met many kindred human souls, and we’ve often discussed the pets we’ve had over the years and how we still miss so much those we’ve lost. And I’ve come across people who say they simply cannot have another pet because it is just too painful to go through the loss after experiencing such unconditional love, companionship and happiness.

The pet articles in this month’s issue got me thinking about a poem I came across a number of years ago—one that brought tears to my eyes but also relayed what I thought was a wonderful message to those of us who love animals and need the strength to move on after loss. Really, there is nothing more to say…

A Dog’s Last Will & Testament Before humans die, they write their last will and testament, giving their home and all they have to those they leave behind. If, with my paws, I could do the same, this is what I’d ask…

To a poor and lonely stray, I’d give my happy home; my bowl and cozy bed, soft pillow and all my toys; the lap, which I loved so much; the hand that stroked my fur; and the sweet voice that spoke my name.

I’d will to the sad, scared shelter dog the place I had in my human’s loving heart, of which there seemed no bounds.

So, when I die, please do not say, “I will never have a pet again, for the loss and the pain is more than I can stand.”

Instead, go find an unloved dog, one whose life has held no joy or hope, and give my place to him.

This is the only thing I can give…

The love I left behind. ~ Author Unknown I hope you enjoy this issue of Natural Awakenings. As always, please feel free to contact me with comments, suggestions or questions. This is your magazine—enjoy!

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New Tea, Reiki and Tarot Event, Thursdays at Barefoot Acupuncture

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uring this new event, held Thursdays from 3 to 6 p.m. at Barefoot Acupuncture’s comfy, newly remodeled clinic, individuals can receive either a 15-minute intuitive card reading or “energy scan and re-harmonizing session” for only $20 each, or $30 for both, if paid in cash ($5 more for credit card payments). Tea will also be available.

People can expect to have a fun time and leave feeling much lighter and more at peace, able to make decisions with greater confidence, or feel more relaxed and clear.

They will feel validated for what they already know and can enjoy a cup of tea, or do a Celtic blessing or choose a tree oracle card while waiting.

Everybody has times when circumstances can seem overwhelming. Many people also experience anxiety, stress, insomnia or fatigue. A reading can provide essential insights, and the energy re-harmonizing can clear stagnant energy. Both combined can help restore clarity of mind and body. It is common for people to feel a sense of relief, like a load has lifted off their shoulders.

Location: 6722 E. Avalon Dr., Ste. 1, Scottsdale. For more information or to RSVP, contact Tracy Minton-Matesz at 602-954-8016 or TMinton31@gmail.com. Also visit her website, StrongSpiritWoman.com, and click the Personal Development Coaching tab at the top, then click on Tea, Reiki & Tarot.

hroughout his years as a fine artist, David Chapple has created and mastered a number of genres, all influenced by his interests and life experiences with horses, cowboys, Native Americans and truck drivers. The peripatetic visionary, who currently lives in Oregon, has traveled across the United States many times and lived in Salt Lake City and Chicago and in England.

Chapple also reveres the sea and the colorful, majestic marine life he encounters while sailing and snorkeling in far-flung locales. “The Caribbean and Mexico have left their mark [on my work],” he advises.

So have Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands, in Washington, where Chapple draws inspiration from the magnificent whales. “The surface of the ocean is a thin border between two amazing worlds,” enthuses this eco-conscious sailor.

“Whales are always a big surprise.

The whole wild footprint up here is awesome. But it is a fragile, balanced thing that needs our care.”

Like much of Chapple’s newer work, Sharing is an acrylic painting on cutout relief panels. “I put a float frame behind the panel,” he explains.

“The effect is three-dimensional, with its shadows behind it on the wall.”

his year’s Net Impact Conference, titled NI18: Outside the Lines!, will be held Thursday, October 25, through Saturday, October 27, at the Phoenix Convention Center. The annual conference brings current and aspiring leaders together for a dynamic exchange of ideas about how we can work together to tackle our toughest social and environmental problems. Today’s challenges are more complex than any one person or organization can solve, and the conference is a unique experience that not only guides but encourages university students, new graduates, and more established professionals to connect and share ideas about what works, potential career paths, and forward-looking innovations.

The Net Impact Conference is known for its array of approaches to in-depth innovations and specific strategies to make impactful change. With more than 40 sessions to choose from around the themes of impact investing, corporate impact, social entrepreneurship, philanthropy and the social sector, and more, together, attendees will explore how to further their impact in causes like climate action, equity, mobility and food solutions, just to name a few.

Establishing meaningful connections continues to be one of the main reasons so many emerging leaders come to the Net Impact Conference each fall. These connections can lead to new ideas, opportunities, partnerships, jobs and friendships.

NI18 will provide the forum where like-minded individuals can meet and mingle. Time for both formal and informal networking opportunities are built into the program. These opportunities include topic-specific networking salons, common spaces to relax and meet other attendees, and a variety of parties to attend where people can unwind after a full day of programming.

View the artist’s portfolio at David-Chapple.ArtistWebsites.com.

Location: 100 N. 3rd St., Phoenix. For more information or to register, visit NetImpact. org/ni18/home.

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Net Impact’s Annual Conference, NI18: Outside the Lines!

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2Empower Opens New Location in Archaeology Hike at Red Rock Scottsdale State Park

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Empower LLC is excited to announce the opening of their Scottsdale location and the expansion of services throughout the Valley. 2Empower originated in San Diego, California, prior to expanding to Arizona.

2Empower is an empowerment life and business coaching company specializing in empowering people to deliver immediate and impactful changes to assist in designing and creating ultimate success and fulfillment. 2Empower has extended their services and will be providing one-on-one coaching sessions Monday through Thursday, as well as group videoconferencing empowerment/motivational trainings and support every Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

2Empower provides empowerment workshops, art expression sessions, educational advocacy and coaching, retreats, private and group coaching sessions specializing in identifying the best approach, and skills to help individuals live their best lives.

For more information, call 480-226-9977 or visit 2Empower. org. For further details regarding appointment availability and reservations for Friday trainings, email Dr. Jacque Johnson at Dr.Jacque@2Empower.org.

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he third Sunday of the month, from October to May, at 1 p.m., visitors to Red Rock State Park have the opportunity to experience a guided hike. The park has been a destination for Native Americans for several millennia. Most of the ancient features found in the park are from the Sinagua culture dating back to about 1100 to 1425 A.D. Come and hear the fascinating story of the pre-Columbian people who lived and traveled in the park. During the hike, the guide will identify the various archaeological features visible from park trails and interpret them into the wider context of important regional Sinagua sites. The guide will also touch on ideas of other cultures that likely have made use of the park’s resources. The hike will last about one-and-a-half to two hours, with an elevation gain of some 250 feet, along easy to moderate trails and may begin with a short presentation in the theater.

Cost: Hike is included with park entrance fees: $7 ages 14 and up, $4 ages 7-13, and free for ages 6 and under. Location: 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona. For more information, call 928-2826907. For information about other events and activities, visit AZStateParks.com.

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earn about healing the body naturally by attending the SW Herb Shop’s Herbal Certification Course. This fiveweek journey into the healing world of medicinal plants will be held Saturday mornings beginning Saturday, October 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the SW Herb Shop & Gathering Place, located in downtown Mesa.

Participants will have their senses tantalized as they explore many health-promoting herbs, feel their textures, smell their aromas, and taste their rich flavors. They will also gain an understanding of individual herbal properties; how to select herbs and make proper blends to help with various conditions; and the healing benefits of herbal remedies. In addition, attendees will examine many body systems and how herbs have been traditionally used to heal and maintain balanced health.

All of this will be done using simple terminology that anyone can understand.

“If you’ve always wanted a more natural way to feel the best you can, this just might be your answer,” says SW Herb Shop co-owner Madalyn Johnson. “Take control of your health, one herb at a time!”

Cost: $555 for the entire series (includes all materials and a 300-plus page manual complete with materia medica). Location: 148 N. Center St., Mesa. For more information, contact Madalyn Johnson at 480-694-9931 or Madalyn@SWHerb.com. Also visit SWHerb.com or Store.SWHerb.com. See ad, page 21.

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Photography for Beginners Informal Workshop and Outdoor Shoot

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alley photographers MiMi, Jack, Tim, Mark and Kathy have photographed landscapes and people from Arizona to the Mediterranean, crisscrossing America, west to east and north to south, exploring national parks and urban landscapes and examining subjects in those environments through portrait-style close-up photography. The quintet of photographers volunteer for a day at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park each month, sharing their camera skills and coaching beginners.

This month’s informal workshop and outdoor shoot takes place Sunday, October 14, at 9 a.m.

The goal is to share a few basic camera lessons while photographing the gardens. These photo walks include time for participants to learn basic camera functions ranging from aperture and exposure to white balance. In addition, participants will be able to ask their specific questions in a supportive small group, each with a friendly camera coach whose goal is to put the fun in camera functions and eliminate aspects of photography that can be intimidating to beginners.

Cost: Free with $12.50 adult daily admission (admission is free to annual members and Arizona State Parks pass holders). Location: 37615 U.S. Hwy. 60, Superior. To RSVP, contact MiMi at 480-319-2229 or MiMiParisPhotography@gmail.com. For more information on this event and other Arizona State Parks events, visit AZStateParks.com.

Friday Bird Walk with Lisa Murphy at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park

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ngaging Friday bird walk guide Lisa Murphy invites all who love birds to join her for a walk around the main trail every other Friday at 8:30 a.m. at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum (BTA) State Park. Arboretum guided bird walks are an ideal way to get into birding and to sharpen your skills. Beginners are welcome. No binoculars, no problem—loaner binoculars are available. Ask in the gift shop when paying admission. Upcoming dates include October 5, October 19, November 2, November 16, December 7 and December 21.

Location: 37615 U.S. Hwy. 60, Superior. Read the latest BTA bird sightings at ebird.org/ebird/hotspot/L166979. For more information on this event and other Arizona State Parks events, visit AZStateParks.com.

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Knitting Releases the Blues Knitting can alleviate the blues, slow the onset of dementia and distract from chronic pain, according to a survey published in The British Journal of Occupational Therapy. Eighty-one percent of respondents described feeling happier after a session of needlework. In another study, researchers at the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital found that the act of knitting lowers heart rates by an average of 11 beats per minute, eliciting a state of relaxation similar to that of yoga.

A Mayo Clinic study found that crafts like knitting and crocheting also reduce the chance of developing mild cognitive impairment by 28 percent. In a University of British Columbia study, 74 percent of 38 women with the eating disorder anorexia reported that it lessened the intensity of their fears and thoughts and cleared their minds of eating disorder preoccupations. In a survey of 1,000 members of the British group Knit for Peace, one in five respondents reported that knitting reduced their arthritic pain.

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Music Lessons Make Kids Smarter Structured music lessons significantly enhance children’s cognitive abilities, including language-based reasoning, short-term memory and planning, while reducing inhibition, leading to improved academic performance, report researchers from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.

In the study, 147 Dutch 6-year-olds were divided into music, visual arts and control groups, and monitored for two-and-a-half years. The children in the music group sang, listened to music and played an instrument of their choice one to two hours a week during regular classroom time. Compared to the control group, they demonstrated improved verbal IQ and reasoning skills, and a greater ability to plan, organize and complete tasks, as well as improved academic achievement.

Children given structured visual arts lessons showed improvements in visual and spatial memory compared to the control group.

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Researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles, have found that receiving music therapy can significantly lessen a patient’s need for opioids and other painkillers after invasive surgery. The researchers tested 161 patients; 49 in the music group and 112 in a control group. After their surgery, both groups were offered painkillers intravenously at doses requested by the patient. Of those engaged in music therapy, 86 percent avoided the painkillers, compared to only 26 percent of the control group.

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Tocotrienols are a natural form of vitamin E found in a number of foods, including wheat, barley, corn, rice and palm fruit. A recent meta-review of clinical research finds that tocotrienols can decrease heart-related health risks in seniors such as diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure.

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Dental anxiety, which can produce dizziness, nausea and breathing difficulties in 4 to 30 percent of patients worldwide, may be relieved by acupuncture, according to research from the University of York, in the UK. Analyzing six studies of 800 patients, researchers found that acupuncture reduced anxiety by an average of eight points on an 80-point scale, a level considered clinically significant.

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Thirty-seven healthy, non-obese adults between 21 and 50 years old put on a calorie restriction diet for two years showed reduced systemic oxidative stress, indicating greater protection against age-related neurological diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, as well as cancer and diabetes. Participants in this research, conducted by Pennington Biomedical Research, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, cut their calories by 15 percent and lost an average of 20 pounds without experiencing anemia, excessive bone loss or menstrual disorders. Their metabolism also slowed, indicating that they burned energy more efficiently, a factor that may be linked to longevity.

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A naturally occurring compound found abundantly in wild blackcurrants, bilberries and lingonberries increases the body’s ability to prevent tumors, report researchers from the University of Eastern Finland. The colorproducing pigments known as anthocyanins were found to increase the cancer-fighting ability of sirtuin 6, part of a class of enzymes that regulate the expression of genes that control the function of cells via key signaling pathways. Aging causes changes in the function of sirtuins, which in turn contributes to the development of several diseases.

Anthocyanins also color other berries, and earlier research from the UK University of East Anglia found that women eating blueberries and strawberries three or more times a week slashed their risk of heart attack by a third.

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Cognitive gains that people experience from an intense meditation retreat can persist for at least seven years and slow age-related cognitive decline, a new study shows. Researchers from the University of California at Davis followed up with 60 people that had participated in a three-month retreat in which they meditated in a group and alone for a total of about eight hours a day.

Immediately afterwards, the meditators showed improvements in holding sustained attention— the ability to stay focused on a task or object—a key measure of cognitive function.

Seven years later, researchers found that those significant gains were partly maintained, and that older participants that diligently practiced meditation didn’t show typical patterns of age-related attention declines.

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Last Straw

Groups Work to Make U.S. Go Strawless

About 500 million plastic straws are discarded daily in America, reports the U.S. National Park Service. Plastic that reaches waterways is ingested by marine life and our food chain. Individuals and municipalities are taking action to support options, including going strawless.

■ The Last Plastic Straw (TheLastPlasticStraw.org), a project of the Plastic Pollution Coalition, has a worldwide map locator that pinpoints restaurants that have ceased using plastic straws.

■ Milo Cress, who launched the Be Straw Free (BeStrawFree.org) campaign in 2011 when he was 9, is again speaking to school students this fall, primarily via Skype. “It’s exciting to inspire them to know that they can do something in their community,” says the senior high school student in Shelburne, Vermont.

■ Strawfree.org, a Southern California volunteer-driven organization, offers kits that include bamboo straws, carrying holders and cleaning brushes.

■ McDonald’s has announced it will transition from plastic to paper straws in its U.S., UK and Ireland restaurants beginning this year, and subsequently expand the switch to other countries.

■ In May, New York City lawmakers introduced a bill banning plastic straws in all bars and restaurants in the Big Apple, and Seattle has banned the use of single-use plastic straws, thanks to the Strawless in Seattle movement.

Eco-Cycle, Inc. (EcoCycle.org) and the Inland Ocean Coalition, both in Boulder, Colorado, are asking restaurants citywide not to use them. In July, Starbucks announced plans to eliminate straw use globally by 2020.

■ StrawlessOcean.org offers straw alternatives made of paper by Aardvark, steel and silicone by Klean Kanteen, metal by Steelys Drinkware and bamboo by StrawFree.

■ EcoWatch.com suggests, “Unlike metal or glass, soft and bendable silicone straws don’t clink your teeth, making them ideal for kids and strawbiters” and that such products made by Softy Straws work with hot drinks and withstand dishwashers. It also recommends wheat stems, corn bioplastic and bucatini pasta, a spaghetti-like noodle with a hole in the middle.

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Food Finder

Software Tracks Farm to Fork Supply Chain

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Creating Food from Carbon Dioxide

By 2050, the world’s population is estimated to hit 10 billion, and food production will need to increase by 70 percent. Traditional farming won’t be able to keep up. Lisa Dyson, who holds three degrees in physics, including a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, in Boston, knows the reason: ubiquitous carbon dioxide. This byproduct of burning fossil fuels is a known culprit in the pace of climate change.

Dyson is revolutionizing the way protein is made.

Several years ago, she and colleague John Reed came across NASA reports from the 1960s and ’70s that discussed using microbes to recycle carbon dioxide aboard spacecraft. “We were fascinated by their research. We wondered if we could develop a similar technology that would enable us to recycle carbon dioxide into valuable products here on Earth,” Dyson says.

Their startup, Kiverdi, uses microbes to transform carbon into bio-based products in special bio-reactors similar to the giant urns used to brew beer. This year, they’re commercializing a new process to transform CO2 into protein powder. The end product, Planet+Protein, is packed with essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals.

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Ivory Outlawed

UK Banning Both Legal and Illegal Trade

The UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is in the process of implementing a near-total ivory ban. It can’t happen soon enough because elephant populations continue to dramatically decline. As recognized by the parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species last September, “Countries with domestic ivory markets that contribute to elephant poaching or the illegal ivory trade should take all necessary legislative, regulatory and enforcement measures to close such markets as a matter of urgency.”

Any legal ivory market leads to a parallel illegal market because ivory from recently killed elephants can be made to look like old ivory, which is legal in many countries, through processes like chipping, staining and cracking.

The UK has long played a role in the international ivory trade.

During the colonial era, more than a million elephants were killed to feed British demand for everything from ivory ornaments and piano keys to billiard balls and cutlery.

Much of that material remains in the UK today, fueling the market.

Trade data indicates that the UK is still the world’s largest exporter of legal ivory, most of which goes to Asian destinations like China and Hong Kong.

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Serious concerns have surfaced about food transparency, and people are asking questions. Documentaries like Rotten urge consumers to think twice about the origins and ingredients of their food, but answers are not always readily available.

In addition to environmental concerns like long-distance transportation, people are worried about food recalls and safety. FoodLogiQ’s software solution creates “farm to fork traceability”, welcoming companies across the industry to participate, with approximately 7,000 having registered so far in some 100 countries—including Whole Foods, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Carl’s Jr., Subway, Buffalo Wild Wings and the Panda Restaurant Group.

Information provides useful details such as where the food was harvested, whether pesticides were used, where the food traveled and how it was processed.

FoodLogiQ Chief Marketing Officer Katy Jones suggests this is an important moment of change in the food industry, saying, “Food companies are embracing global standards to increase efficiencies and build a foundation for traceability and supply chain visibility.”

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Leading Food Companies Aim to Slash Energy Footprints

McDonald’s plans to reduce greenhouse emissions from their restaurants, corporate offices and supply chain by more than 30 percent by 2030. They’re the first restaurant chain with goals backed by the Science Based Targets initiative. The company expects to decrease its total emissions by more than 150 million tons.

AB InBev, the parent company of Anheuser-Busch and Budweiser beer, has ambitious plans to purchase electricity only from renewable sources for its worldwide operations in seven years. The first step includes Bud Light. The goal is for all operations in the company’s 12 Budweiser breweries across the U.S. to be powered by renewable energy.

Budweiser plants outside the U.S. will also switch to all-renewable energy, with all products planned to transition by 2025. The new status will be denoted by the label “100% Renewable Energy”.

Saudi Solar

Oil Giant to Invest in Renewable Energies Project

Saudi Arabia intends to host the world’s largest solar project. “It’s a huge step in human history,” says Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman.

“It’s bold, risky and we hope we succeed in doing that.”

Solar power is a logical choice for the country. Its capital, Riyadh, averages 8.9 hours of sunshine a day. The nation is also projected to be severely impacted if climate change raises global temperatures 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. According to Climate Action Tracker, if the global temperature rises 3 to 4 degrees Celsius, 75 percent of the country would be excessively arid by the end of the century.

According to the most recent data available from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, Saudi Arabia produces 13 percent of the world’s oil and currently obtains 60 percent of its electric energy from petroleum.

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Plastic Bag Deterrents Working in European Waters

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Corporate Conscience

A new study shows that there are significantly fewer plastic bags on the seafloor since a number of European countries introduced fees on them, according to a 25-year study from the UK government’s Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS).

Researchers saw an estimated 30 percent drop in the number of plastic bags in waters around Norway, Germany, northern France and Ireland. “It is encouraging to see that efforts by all of society, whether the public, industry, non-government organizations or government, to reduce plastic bags are having an effect,” says Thomas Maes, a marine litter scientist at CEFAS. “We also observed sharp declines in the percentage of plastic bags captured by fishing nets trawling the seafloor around the UK compared to 2010, and this research suggests that by working together, we can reduce, reuse and recycle to tackle the marine litter problem.”

Turtle Turnaround Hatchlings Return to Mumbai Beach After 20 Years

At Versova Beach, in the Indian coastal city of Mumbai, local volunteers have stepped up to finally clean up a shore covered in ankledeep trash and waste. The United Nations described the transformation as the world’s largest beach cleanup project ever, and the work has been rewarded with serious environmental progress.

For the first time in 20 years, Olive Ridley sea turtles have hatched at Versova. The turtle is currently classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature because of environmental pollution. They’re the smallest and most common sea turtle, but all species are threatened by human encroachment and pollution.

Lawyer and conservationist Afroz Shah says, “I had tears in my eyes when I saw them walking towards the ocean.” Local ecologists say it’s possible the Olive Ridley turtles have been nesting on the beach without anyone noticing, but capturing this momentous occasion is a huge boon to the volunteers, which have encountered some resistance via harassment and bureaucracy.

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After Plastic

Action Alert

Migratory Birds Threatened by Rule Change A coalition of national environmental groups led by the National Audubon Society filed a lawsuit in May against the U.S. Department of the Interior challenging the federal administration’s move last December to eliminate longstanding protections for waterfowl, raptors and songbirds under the 100-year-old Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). The intent is to weaken enforcement on businesses, municipalities and individuals to prevent “incidental” deaths of birds, which would lessen requirements for their protection from electrical power lines, towers, buildings and other hazards.

The risk of liability under the MBTA has provided incentives for the oil and gas industry, wind energy development companies and power transmission line operators to work with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to minimize bird deaths. The new policy eliminates these incentives to reduce and mitigate foreseeable impacts of operations on migratory birds.

“One of the first conservation laws, the MBTA sparked 100 years of conservation leadership in this country,” says Sarah Greenberger, Audubon’s senior vice president of conservation policy. “It defies all facts for the Department of the Interior to suggest that this law is somehow broken when we have a century of evidence that says otherwise.”

Urge senators and other representatives to uphold the MBTA via an easy form and single click under the Take Action tab at Audubon.org.

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Frito-Lay, Campbell Soup and other major U.S. playersin the food and beauty industries are talking more about sustainability these days. The result is adoption of innovative materials.

Tom Szaky, founder and CEO of recycler TerraCycle, advises, “Bioplastics are meant to be a solution for the world’s plastic waste problem. However, in most cases, biodegradable bioplastics will only break down in a high-temperature industrial composting facility, not in your average household compost bin. Plus, these are not recyclable. A better solution might be to place the focus on durable bioplastics that are made from plant materials, but can still be recycled,” Entrepreneurs like Daphna Nissenbaum are taking action. As an Israeli mom, she chided her teenage son for trashing rather than recycling plastic water bottles. Yet then, she says, “I realized plastic bottles weren’t the main issue,” when she saw flexible packaging such as chip bags, candy wrappers and go-to containers crammed into the trash. Nissenbaum learned that most flexible packaging isn’t recycled and ends up in landfills, oceans and other places.

Once an orange peel is discarded, it disintegrates biologically and turns to compost, she saw, and committed to engineering packaging to do the same. A graduate of the Israeli Army’s elite software engineering program and with a marketing MBA, her Tipa Corporation has patented bioplastic that acts like plastic. “When composted, the material naturally breaks down in 180 days or less,” she says. Tipa now makes zippered bags, stand-up pouches and packaging for coffee, snacks and produce.

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inspiration

Bats

by Randall Jarrell A bat is born Naked and blind and pale.

His mother makes a pocket of her tail And catches him. He clings to her long fur By his thumbs and toes and teeth.

And then the mother dances through the night Doubling and looping, soaring, somersaulting — Her baby hangs on underneath.

All night, in happiness, she hunts and flies.

Her high sharp cries Like shining needlepoints of sound Go out into the night and, echoing back, Tell her what they have touched.

She hears how far it is, how big it is, Which way it’s going.

She lives by hearing.

The mother eats the moths and gnats she catches In full flight; in full flight The mother drinks the water of the pond She skims across. Her baby hangs on tight.

Her baby drinks the milk she makes him In moonlight or starlight, in mid-air.

Their single shadow, printed on the moon Or fluttering across the stars, Whirls on all night; at daybreak The tired mother flaps home to her rafter.

The others all are there.

They hang themselves up by their toes, They wrap themselves in their brown wings.

Bunched upside-down, they sleep in air.

Their sharp ears, their sharp teeth, their quick sharp faces Are dull and slow and mild.

All the bright day, as the mother sleeps, She folds her wings about her sleeping child.

“Bats” is from The Complete Poems, by Randall Jarrell.

Copyright © 1969, renewed 1997 by Mary von S. Jarrell.

Reprinted by permission of Farrar, Straus and Giroux, LLC.

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~Thomas L. Friedman, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist our current political climate, it is more important than ever to use your voice, no matter who you are, where you live and whatever you identify as,” says Jiang.

Running for Governor

Ethan Sonneborn, 13, has a comprehensive policy platform and a spot on the 2018 Democratic gubernatorial primary ballot in Vermont. In an early campaign

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ecognizing that it might be too late by the time they are older, many young people are already acting collectively and across partisan aisles on everything from climate change and the environment to gun control, gender equality, social justice, education and politics.

Initiatives include creating solutions for the global water crisis, serving as global ambassadors, training for public speaking and leadership, organizing youth summits, marching for causes, planting a trillion trees, participating in United Nations (UN) programs, inventing a new educational system, lobbying legislators and seeking political office.

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Girl Up!

Angie Jiang, a 2018 graduate of Madison West High School, in Wisconsin, is a first-year student at Columbia University, in New York. Deploying her social impact and debating skills, this Chinese-American woman articulates her opinions on sustainability, environmental awareness, immigration and gender issues in public radio interviews and lobbies for policy changes in Washington, D.C. She’s one of 80,000 girls in some 100 countries that have been trained by the UN Foundation’s Girl Up initiative to help lead the movement for gender equality; Jiang currently serves as its 2017-2018 teen advisor. “Within

speech, the Bristol resident and Mt. Abraham Union Middle/High School student smiled at the crowd’s applause for his message: “To everyone here today, know this. We are America’s future… So let’s not be afraid to shape it… We must be the voices of a generation, leaders for others and advocates for ourselves. Why shouldn’t we be the ones to end worldwide hunger, to make a breakthrough in medical science, to protect world peace or to put people on another planet? We are the generation that will do all these things. Why not start now?”

In addressing environmental issues, Sonneborn supports a tax on carbon emissions, Vermont’s commit-

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If you want to be an optimist about America today, stand on your head, because our country today looks so much better from the bottom up than the top down.

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school funding, taxation, guns, immigration, agriculture, equal rights and job growth. On the Matter of Fact with Soledad O’Brien syndicated TV show, Ruzich said he believes his campaign is stimulating 18-to-25-year-olds to get involved in mid-term elections, which typically draw fewer voters.

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ment to uphold the standards of the Paris climate agreement and renewable energy incentives.

In Kansas, where six teenagers are running for governor, Tyler Ruzich’s campaign theme is, “A Republican for the Next Generation.” This Shawnee Mission North High School senior has serious concerns and ideas to make his state a better place to live, learn and work.

A well-prepared orator committed to public service, Ruzich is reaching younger voters on issues of voter registration,

Brandi Kneip’s family in Stuart, Florida, didn’t object when the 18-year-old decided to spend her college savings establishing a JAR dry goods store that fosters reusing and recycling materials to decrease or eliminate trash. Customers can buy what they need by dispensing pasta, herbs, spices, flour and other products into their own reusable jars or purchase glass containers to take home. JAR also carries eco-friendly household items.

“I want my impact on this Earth to be like footprints in the sand. For a second, the Earth knows you are there, and when you move along, the waves wash them out or the wind blows them

away. I’m so thankful for this big, greenblue planet, and I’ll strive every day to make more people notice the beauty it holds,” says Kneip.

Earth Child Institute

Arati Patel was just 24 when she began serving as an intern with Earth Child Institute (ECI), a nonprofit that empowers global youth to engage with sustainability issues. Today, the New Jersey resident serves as its president, and is passionate about why investing in the education of children is significant. As just one example, “Amazonian children are teaching their parents about how deforestation impacts climate change,” says Patel.

A degree in environmental law and policy at Vermont Law School, in South Royalton, and expertise in environmental education, curriculum development, field research and community outreach has helped Patel to assist in developing lesson plans for ECI Water Schools. Community groups and schools are mobilized to evaluate the health of rivers and provide basic training in good health habits.

Plant-for-the-Planet

Felix Finkbeiner, a German student, started Plant-for-the-Planet in 2007, when he was only 9. “It’s an amazing organization run by young people,” says Patel. Inspired by the late Nobel Peace Prize laureate Wangari Maathai, founder of the Green Belt Movement, Finkbeiner expanded Maathai’s original concept of a billion plantings to the Trillion Tree Campaign.

To date, it’s seen 15 billion new trees in 190 countries under the guidance of the U.N. Environment Programme.

Speaking at an Environmental Systems Research Institute Conference, Finkbeiner said that beyond planting trees, children involved in the initiative have delivered presentations in schools and rotary clubs, and engineered sit-down meetings with mayors, local government officials and even presidents of countries.

Several have spoken before the UN General Assembly and national parliaments, urging them to address the climate crisis.

A Revolution in Education

After graduating from Beijing University Affiliated High School, Jason Wang, 18, postponed college for a year and visited the U.S. and Europe looking for the best practices in education. When he returned, he was in no hurry to enter college, but rather to develop the curriculum for Beijing’s Moonshot Academy, which opened in January with 30 students from 14 to 16 years old.

Turning traditional methods of education on its ear, Moonshot Academy students are accepted based on their learning ability, independent thinking skills and capacity to turn ideas into action, rather than standardized test scores. Students learn through personalized experiences that enable them to practice and demonstrate core competencies to face the challenges of the future.

“Research shows that by the age of 39, today’s average high school graduate will have had nine different jobs, half of which have not been invented yet. Artificial intelligence has changed the playing field. We can’t keep educating kids in the same way,” says Nancy Riehle, executive director of the Creative Academic Network Scholastic Foundation that supports the academy.

Time’s Up

Inspired by the January 2017 Women’s March, Jamie Margolin, a 16-year-old student at Seattle’s Holy Names Academy, launched Zero Hour, a movement for youth rights and action on climate change.

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If not us, then who; if not me and you Right now, it’s time for us to do something. ~Do Something by Matthew West, singer/songwriter director from Clinton, Connecticut; and Kibiriti Majuto, 20, of Charlottesville, Virginia, originally from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. They jointly

developed the organization’s platform.

“It’s our generation that is going to be impacted the most by the effects of accelerated climate change that we are causing. This march is a launch. We’re not done,” says Margolin.

At a pivotal time in which many theorize that our nation lacks the ability to coalesce around a great enterprise to solve existing problems, it appears that those doing the calculating have not factored in the millions of motivated young people as critical decision makers. It may be that their imagination, energetic drive, passionate self-confidence and “no borders” cooperation paves the way to a brighter future for all.

Not waiting for the torch to be passed, young people are seizing it and acting now, no longer naively thinking that there will always be enough time tomorrow.

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

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a nationwide coalition that inspires and mobilizes students throughout the U.S. and in London, England. They took to the streets on July 21 to march for environmental justice as social justice.

Zero Hour activities supporting the Washington, D.C., march included meeting with nearly 40 federal lawmakers and presenting a manifesto of demands.

It calls for governments and companies to take action on all climate change and environmental issues, including divesting from fossil fuels; increasing investment in renewable energy; legislating strict carbon reduction targets; encouraging plant-based lifestyles; schooling youth on the importance of reducing our carbon footprint; reducing excessive use of single-use plastic; ending rainforest deforestation; halting all animal cruelty; and preventing loss of biodiversity and species extinctions.

Margolin and other Zero Hour members agree, including Nadia Nazar, 16, an art director from Baltimore, Maryland; Zanagee Artis, 18, a logistics

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Farewell to a Beloved Pet

Earth’s Memorial to a Pet’s Passing

by Sandra Murphy

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he American Pet Products Association estimates Americans collectively spent $69.5 million on our 235 million mammal, avian and reptile pets, as well as 158 million pet fish, in 2017. It’s not surprising that end-of-life planning for a devoted family companion is a solemn endeavor.

Burial in a box or blanket in the backyard used to be the predominant

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way to deal with pet remains. As people and pet populations have grown, many municipalities now have ordinances against the practice. Instead, good options exist that protect and preserve the planet these animals so enjoyed.

Innovative Containers

Kay Winters, a blogger at PawsAndPines. com, in Amsterdam, the Netherlands,

Aquamation or Cremation

Veterinary offices commonly arrange for the pet’s body to be sent to a crematorium, with ashes returned several days later. Using temperatures from 1,400 to 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit, these facilities impose a larger carbon footprint than other options.

At-home euthanasia may be beneficial for terminal pets. The animal can remain calm in familiar surroundings with family present. The veterinarian allows time for goodbyes, and when the family is ready, removes the body. “We always place the pets on nice stretchers with a blanket over the body and encourage the family to place toys or flowers with their pet. There’s no handing out brochures with photos of urns or upselling. It’s respectful of the pet’s life,” says Veterinarian Mary Gardner, of Yorba Linda, California, co-founder and chief technology officer at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, a national network of veterinarians dedicated to end-of-life care.

Gardner is also building an aquamation (alkaline hydrolysis) facility in Boynton Beach, Florida. This alternative to cremation has a far smaller environmental impact because the resulting alkaline water is safe to drain, containing no chemicals or DNA. Elizabeth Fournier, author of The Green Burial Guidebook, owns and operates Cornerstone Funeral Services and Cremation, in Boring, Oregon, where she periodically receives inquiries about pets. “I’ve received calls over the years

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mothers a dog, Clover, and two cats, Chuckie and Mittens. “When they pass away, I plan to bury them in biodegradable mushroom bags,” she says. “It has mushroom and other organisms infused into it to help with natural decomposition, cleanse any environmental toxins in the body and nourish the nearby soil.”

Another biodegradable container is a pod that contains nutrient-rich soil, a seed and the pet’s ashes to nourish the resulting plant, tree or shrub. It’s a lovely way to remember the pet and replenish Earth’s greenspace.

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for horses, donkeys, sheep and dogs.

One family called me for their alpaca. I explained my funeral home was a human-only funeral parlor, but I’d be more than happy to help with a referral,” Fournier says. She offered a choice of flame or water. “They liked the water method because Spunky the Alpaca loved the rain and could drink more water than most of her pasture mates,” she says.

The family let all the other animals at home come by to give Spunky a sniff and a goodbye, and then took her body for bio-cremation. “They took her ashes home in a ceramic pig cookie jar,” says Fournier. “It’s my favorite story.”

“The zero-emission aquamation process creates one-tenth the carbon footprint of traditional, flame-based cremation and enables 20 percent more ashes to be returned to the family, allowing for a lasting contribution to be made to the Earth in honor of a beloved pet,” says Christie Cornelius, the founding doctor of veterinary medicine at Last Wishes Compassionate Comfort Care for Pets, in Houston, Texas.

Eternal Reefs, Inc., in Sarasota, Florida, mixes environmentally friendly concrete with cremains to form a gigantic reef ball, which is then placed on the ocean floor to replenish naturally diminishing reef systems and provide a permanent underwater memorial. Originally designed for human use, some owners have asked for pets to be included. To reduce costs, families are encouraged to hold their pet’s cremated remains for the appropriate time when they are memorializing a human loved one. Recorded GPS coordinates facilitate future visits to the area.

Whether using earth, fire or water, there are many ways to honor a pet’s lifelong devotion and lessen its final carbon footprint to protect Earth’s natural health and beauty.

Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

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Andrea Sobotka and her bulldog Jack

What can hold them back from letting go is a worry that their human family doesn’t want them to go, or that they will cause their human pain. So, first and foremost, understand that your pet is not “afraid of dying” but is afraid of causing you distress. Try to accept the idea that it is a kindness to give your beloved pet permission to move on when they are ready. This may even mean helping them cross over through euthanasia.

I once had a client who readily admitted she just couldn’t let go. She understood what needed to happen, so for several weeks I simply worked to provide her elder chow dog with hospice care through energy healing and natural home care counseling. All the while, we would talk about how Sunny’s time was near and that she was ready to move on. Finally, my client agreed it was time and that she would help her cross over the Rainbow Bridge by having a veterinarian come to her home to perform euthanasia. Of course my client cried and grieved (we grieve because we love), but in the end she knew in her heart that she had done right by her fur baby.

When giving “permission,” be sure to muster up all the love, respect, dignity and grace you can so that your pet is reassured that you will be okay and that you will love them even if they are on the other side. Talk often with your critter about the fun and joy they have brought to your life and how their life has meant so much to so many. Tell them they did well.

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PETS AND THE RAINBOW BRIDGE

by Andrea Sobotka, aka “Critter Doc”

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f pets are a part of your life and family, you have no doubt experienced the pain of loss when they crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Whether we lose a youngster or an old friend, it is equally heart wrenching. Unless death is the swift result of an accident, we have time to think about what is coming and how it will feel for all involved. As humans, we tend to fear death and prefer not to come face to face with it if we don’t have to. This is why some folks choose to re-home (or worse, abandon) their pet when they realize the end is near. I once saw a Facebook post by a young gal looking to give away her family’s little dog. She said the dog “has been a real great family pet but is now, well, ‘old.’”

In my practice, sometimes my job is to help clients whose fur babies are approaching the Rainbow Bridge either due to age or illness. My clients often need help knowing “when it is time” and what to do.

The first thing I recommend is to give your pet sincere permission to move on if they want to. You may not be able to hear or understand them, but they do understand what you are thinking and feeling. Pets don’t “fear” death when it is naturally imminent like we do. To them it is just part of the journey, and they instinctively even try to prepare themselves for it. Cats will often start seeking remote places to hide, while dogs may seek to be quietly closer to you.

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to die alone or with strangers if you can help it. Yes, you will hurt and feel pain, but that is a small price to pay for the joy and unconditional love they gave you their whole life.

Once your fur baby has crossed over, light a candle anytime you are thinking about them. It will be a guiding light for their soul (the energetic body) to visit you and know all is okay.

Whether you believe we will all be reunited with our beloved pets at the gates of the Rainbow Bridge one day or that the soul of your fur baby may choose to reincarnate for another chance to be by you, you need to know that once your beloved has left their earthly body and made the transition to the spirit realm, they have returned to a state of peace, ease, grace and light. They are no longer in pain, fear or encumbered by any state associated with the lower vibrations of being “on this side.”

Take comfort in knowing that your love lives on and so will they live in your heart forever.

Through animal communication and a calm, gentle, healing touch, Andrea Sobotka’s work with animals provides a state of emotional, physical and spiritual wellness for pets and their people. Her practice is located in Fountain Hills and serves the surrounding area.

She has dedicated this article to her bulldog Jack, who crossed the Rainbow Bridge in March. For more information about Sobotka’s practice, visit SpiritAnimalWisdom.com.

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Aging Passionately

REBOOTING LIBIDO

Exercise Rekindles Desire

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by Maya Whitman

ecause exercise delivers so many benefits, it’s not surprising that one of them is increased libido. A low sex drive can affect either gender at any age, and contributing factors include hormonal changes, daily stressors and certain prescription drugs.

According to a study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine, short-duration bursts of exercise work to increase circulation and heart rate, thus amping up physiological arousal in women. Sexual performance is enhanced in men by exercising three to five times a week, according to a study published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior.

“Eating right and being committed to a daily exercise regimen that includes strength, cardiovascular and flexibility training is key to maintaining a great libido and continual excellence in sexual function,” affirms Dr. Jeffry Life, author of The Life Plan: How Any Man Can Achieve Lasting Health, Great Sex, and a Stronger, Leaner Body and owner of The Life Center for Healthy Aging, in Charleston, West Virginia.

Healthy Hormones

Exercise increases testosterone, endorphins and adrenal hormones, all of which are essential to a satisfying sex life. Studies from the University of Texas at Austin show premenopausal women experience increased sexual response with exercise, including individuals with diminished sex drives due to the use of antidepressants.

“Stress is one of the biggest libido-killers in women, and endorphins released during exercise can reduce stress, improve libido and increase arousal,” maintains Stephanie Mansour, fitness expert and CEO of Step It Up with Steph, in Chicago, 30

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The inevitable hormonal changes of menopause and beyond can dampen a woman’s sex life, but it doesn’t have to become a way of life. “Women can experience side effects of shifting hormonal levels which cause libido to vanish and the vagina to become dry, making us feel anything but empowered,” explains Ellen Dolgen, the Coronado, California, author of Menopause Mondays: The Girlfriend’s Guide to Surviving and Thriving During Perimenopause and Menopause. “Exercise, along with the guidance of a menopause specialist to help manage those hormonal changes, is a winning ticket. Life in our 40s, 50s and beyond can be wonderful!”

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a problem for many men, and can result from sedentary lifestyles, certain medications and cardiovascular issues. “ED is a huge problem worldwide, and vascular disease is one of the major causes,” says Life. “This can be avoided by eating properly and making exercise an essential part of everyday life, which can also reduce the need for prescription drugs that are another major cause of the problem.”

Strength Training and Yoga

Testosterone—a hormone that plays a significant role in lighting our “fire” and keeping it lit—can be enhanced by adding workouts with weights. “Strength training can boost testosterone, which may boost sex drive in both women and men. For men, I recommend lifting weights and doing push-ups. However, it’s important to note that too much intense exercise or strength training may have the opposite effect, and actually reduce the desire to have sex,” says Mansour.

In addition to a daily exercise program that includes cardio and flexibility exercises, Life concurs, “Thirty to 60 minutes of strength training three to four times a week is ideal.”

According to a review published in the Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy, yoga may increase both male endurance and female response. “Yoga turns off our sympathetic nervous system, the part that keeps us in ‘fight-or-flight’ response. Inversions like the shoulder stand help to harmonize hormones, supporting a well-balanced sex drive,” explains Pam Medina, owner of The Yoga Lily, in Clifton Park, New York. “We need to feel attractive, and yoga can help us to accept the body as a sacred vehicle for the soul.”

No matter the age or condition of the body, a more satisfying sex life and better self-image is possible through feeling fit.

Life reminds us, “Check with your doctor before taking up an exercise regimen, and know that maintaining a healthy body can give us essential ingredients for a great sex life well into our 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s.”

Maya Whitman is certified in bodywork and clinical essential oil therapy.

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Illinois. “Adding 30 minutes of exercise a few times a week can increase endorphins, blood flow and testosterone.”

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Chronic Fatigue and Hormonal Imbalance

by Paul Stallone

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eing tired after a late night is completely logical but being chronically tired no matter the amount of sleep achieved is not. Many people suffer from chronic fatigue even though they get an adequate amount of sleep.

The consumption of caffeine does little to ward off the relentless yawns or the inevitable nod-offs. Even when they’re able to take a nap, the fatigue always returns.

These people have a much bigger problem than staying up too late. Their fatigue could actually be a hormonal imbalance, and no amount of sleep or stimulants is going to address this issue.

Simple testing will detect which hormonal system is causing the body to slow down.

There are little glands located on top of each kidney. They produce a variety of essential hormones and are extremely important for homeostasis within the body.

These adrenal glands respond to stress with a hormone called cortisol. Any time the body encounters stress, this hormone is released. Someone who is chronically stressed can literally exhaust their adrenal glands, reducing or even eliminating cortisol levels within the body. Or the adrenals can produce cortisol when they shouldn’t, like at night. High levels of cortisol at night will make sleeping almost impossible. Racing thoughts or a rapid heartbeat at night could be a sign of a cortisol imbalance. Symptoms of adrenal insufficiency include fatigue, difficulty getting up in the morning, more energy in the evening, lightheadedness, a weak immune system, body aches, and unexplained weight loss.

The thyroid gland produces vital hormones. This little gland, located in the

base of the neck, influences the function of major organs, including the brain, heart, skin, liver and kidneys. It also helps to regulate heart rate, body temperature, and metabolism. Chronic fatigue is a very common symptom of thyroid disease.

Hypothyroidism is an underactive thyroid, meaning it isn’t producing enough thyroid-related hormones. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue, dry skin, constipation, cold sensitivity, and unexplained weight gain. Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid is overactive and produces an excessive amount of hormones. Fatigue is still a very common symptom with hyperthyroidism because the condition can result in insomnia, abnormal sleep patterns, and anxiety. Other symptoms include irregular heartbeat, unexplained weight loss, heat sensitivity, excessive hunger, and excessive sweating.

Sex hormones—including estrogen, progesterone and testosterone, which are found in both sexes—are also prone to imbalances. When levels of any of these hormones become too high or too low, many symptoms can be experienced. Sex hormone imbalances can cause issues like depression, anxiety, insomnia and brain fog, which can lead to a chronic state of fatigue. The symptoms for this type of hormonal imbalance can be quite long and can range from anything from a low libido to chronic migraines.

Anyone experiencing chronic fatigue should speak with their physician. Many people with chronic but manageable fatigue will be

able to self-treat; however, the body is attempting to communicate that something is wrong. Catching an early hormonal imbalance could prevent much more serious conditions. Plus, treatment and recovery could be much swifter.

Some caution should be used when treating the endocrine system. All hormones are delicately interconnected, and treatment requires someone well versed in the field. The right physician will know which tests are appropriate after a consultation and which treatment path is needed. A naturopathic physician can prescribe a natural hormone replacement therapy program. One option is bioidentical hormones, which are hormones the body recognizes as ones it made, nothing synthetic and completely customizable.

There are many natural, safe and effective options available through a naturopath.

Fatigue can literally slow life down. Diagnosing and reversing it can return life to optimal speed and fulfillment.

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 for each patient’s needs. For more information, call 480-214-3922 or visit DrStallone.com. See ad, inside front cover and page 39.

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‘Less Meat’ Goes Mainstream

Options Grow for Plant-Based Eating

by Marlaina Donato

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lant-based lifestyles, once considered by some as a fad that would fade, are on the rise worldwide.

According to a Harris Interactive poll commissioned by the Vegetarian Resource Group, 6 million to 8 million Americans have completely eliminated meat, including seafood, from their plates. With a 600 percent increase of people going vegan domestically in the past three years and companies like Nestlé devising vegan-tailored product launches, plant-based eating is creating unprecedented demand.

“I’ve definitely seen plant-based eating become more mainstream. Many restaurants now provide plant-based options to keep their customers happy, and more food startups are creating nut- and

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soy-based cheeses, milks and yogurts,” says Lisa Stollman, a plant-based nutritionist in New York City. Vegan lunch options are even making their way into the Los Angeles public school system.

Millennials Lead the Way

GlobalData, a data and analytics company, reports, “Seventy percent of the world population is either reducing meat consumption or leaving meat off the table altogether,” with Millennials at the forefront.

“The environment has been the Millennial generation’s primary concern.

Health is of less importance than interest in making the Earth a better place to live,” says Gene Stone, a plant-based diet expert in Hudson, New York, and author

Benefits All Ages

Since the American Medical Association’s recent suggestion that hospitals consider providing plant-based meals for patients, perceptions are shifting. Holistic Cardiologist Joel Kahn, in Ferndale, Michigan, began teaching plant-based diets to heart patients in 1990, and has subsequently seen hundreds of them avoid invasive and surgical procedures, as well as show less evidence of heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, obesity and hypertension. “Many of my patients have decreased or eliminated the otherwise lifelong ‘jail’ of prescription drugs. They learned that disease reversal, not management, is the goal,” says Kahn.

Supermarkets across the country are stocking meatless products like plantbased burgers. Many athletes and bodybuilders that have switched away from eating meat attest to improved results by tapping into plant power. People of all walks of life, including seniors, have embraced this paradigm. “There is increased interest in health as Baby Boomers age and start to realize the benefits of a plantbased diet, much of it due to myriad new research,” says Stone.

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of the bestselling Forks Over Knives: The Plant-Based Way to Health.

Stollman concurs, saying, “The majority of my vegan clients are in their 20s and 30s, and their concern for animal treatment relates to sustainability.

Sustainability helps to reduce methane emissions from industrial farms.”

Wynnie Stein, co-owner of the iconic Moosewood Restaurant, in Ithaca, New York, and co-author of its groundbreaking spinoff vegetarian cookbooks, has witnessed monumental changes since the early 1970s. Younger cooks at Moosewood have also brought passionate innovations to the establishment. “Millennials are incredibly creative, especially with plant-based and gluten-free dishes.

They’re committed to animal rights and issues that affect the health of the planet,” observes Stein.

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and fruits lowers blood pressure. The American Diabetes Association supports a nutrient-dense vegetarian diet that can decrease the risk of certain diseases.

For Stollman’s vegan clients aged 50 and older, “Health plays a strong role in their interest in plant-based eating. The science has become clear, and based on the evidence, I continue to teach my clients the importance of including plant-based meals in their daily diets,” she says.

Looking Forward

The surge of people changing their diet has a multilevel impact.

“I feel deeply grateful to have been able to help spread the word about plant-based diets. Health, the environment and animal protection are great concerns of mine,” says Stone.

Stein appreciates how the positive change in diet benefiting people and the planet is coming full circle. “We’re still amazed and honored to know that our cookbooks have helped to create a sea change. Folks visiting from all over the world tell us how our recipes have influenced several generations of their families.”

Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, multimedia artist and author of books in the spirituality and alternative health genres.

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The Rise of Blue Zones in America Places that Encourage Healthy Living

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an Buettner’s book The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who’ve Lived the Longest launched a movement a decade ago. Sequels include The Blue Zones of Happiness, The Blue Zones Solution and Thrive. Many communities have embraced the principles of this “make healthy living easier” paradigm, resulting in the improved well-being of residents.

“Add more years to your life and more life to your years,” says Nick Buettner, vice president at Blue Zones

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“The people around you, the places where you work, live and play, and the social norms in your community have an impact on your health.”

The original U.S. pilot project in 2009, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, is a prime example. Instead of widening a main thoroughfare and raising the speed limit, the city widened the sidewalk and created a path around nearby Fountain Lake, offering safe exercise for bikers,

joggers and walkers. The Hy-Vee grocery increased its health market section from two to seven aisles, leading to a 130 percent rise in related sales, and added a Blue Zones checkout lane for healthy grab-and-go options. City workplaces now offer quiet rooms and fruit instead of candy; one business converted a garage to a pickleball court.

Blue Zone Basics

Move Naturally – Even at work, get up

and move at least once every 20 minutes.

Reduce Stress – Take a nap, nature walk or meditate.

Act Intentionally – “People that feel they have a reason to get out of bed in the morning tend to live seven years longer than those who just go through the motions,” says Buettner. A strong sense of purpose defines quality of life.

Eat Healthy – Enjoy the benefits of a plant-based diet. One cup of beans a day adds three to four years in life expectancy. Plant a garden to grow fresher, pesticide-free food. Eat meat an average of five times a month and in small-portioned stir-fry, soups and pasta. Consume fewer calories. Drink wine in moderation. Check out BlueZones.com/recipes.

Maintain Relationships – “If you have fewer than three friends, it’s the equivalent of smoking for 20 years,” Buettner maintains. “Growing old in place and staying at home instead of a retirement or nursing home is easier to accomplish when you have a social network.” Meet regularly with friends.

Have Faith – A faith-based life taps into a larger resource far greater than oneself and enhances a sense of purpose, social network and calm content.

Prioritize Family – Amid the busyness of life, make the most enjoyable family time and nurturing activities each day’s first choice.

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400,000 people; that swells to nearly 1.2 million during high season from January to April,” says Deb Logan, executive director of Blue Zones Project-SWFL (Southwest Florida). “We have 33 Blue Zone-approved restaurants that collectively make an additional 176 plant-based menu items available locally; the first half of this year, they sold 130,000 Blue Zones-inspired dishes.”

The healthful community philosophy was vital in Hawaii, when the Kīlauea Volcano spewed lava, sulfur dioxide and acid rain. First-responders staffed checkpoint stations around the clock to protect the public from dangerous areas, exposing themselves to combined sun and volcanic heat. The Hawaiian Blue Zone team delivered smoothies, beverages and paletas— healthy popsicles made with real fruit—to help workers stay cooler. They also delivered them to volunteers and public service groups, including Hope Services Hawaii, which built tiny houses for families displaced by volcanic activity.

“We don’t come into an area and say, ‘This is what you must do.’ We say, ‘This is what you can do.’ The readiness must come from the city level, businesses, schools and nonprofits,” Buettner says. “The right leadership must be committed and prepared to follow through on multiple years of initiatives.”

He remarks, “In the end, my hope for the future lies in the fact that communities care about their health. Blue Zones isn’t about the quantity of years, but the quality of life, and often that adds years, too.”

Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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ertified communities have achieved their predetermined goals (outlined in project blueprints) as attested to via a combination of the Gallup-Sharecare Well-Being Index and community-reported metrics.

California—Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach

Iowa—Algona, Cedar Falls, Cedar Rapids, Fairfield, Harlan, Iowa City, Marion, Mason City, Muscatine, Oskaloosa, Sioux City, Spencer, Spirit Lake, Waterloo, Woodbine Minnesota—Albert Lea Cities and other areas transforming to Blue Zone status Hawaii—East/North/West Hawaii, Kapolei/Ewa, Koolaupoko, Manoa/Makiki/McCully/Moiliili, Wahiawa, Wailuku/Kahului (aka Central Maui)

Oklahoma—Pottawatomie County Oregon—The Dalles, Grants Pass, Klamath Falls, Umpqua Southwest Florida—Ave Maria, Bonita Springs, Estero, Golden Gate, Immokalee, Naples/East Naples

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hen most people hear anything about chiropractic, they automatically assume someone is getting their back or neck adjusted, or that they have sustained some sort of spinal injury, but did you know there are so many more benefits a chiropractor can offer?

Chiropractic is the fastest-growing natural healthcare profession in the world. Discovered in 1895 in Davenport, Iowa, chiropractic care is so much more than fixing a symptom of pain; it works on the entire nervous system. When someone has a subluxation in their spine, it can cause dangerous stress to the spinal cord and the delicate spinal nerves that exit the spine between the spinal bones. This nerve interference causes the body to lose its ability to function optimally, and, as a result, negative health symptoms can arise, including pain, earaches, digestive distress, allergies, immune stress, sleep issues, and a weak immune system. Chiropractic is a healthcare profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system. There are many different chiropractic techniques used to treat these issues.

At Absolute Health, we focus on the whole body; we look at the big picture to try and find the root cause of patients’ problems, not just putting a Band-Aid on symptoms. We offer some of the best techniques in chiropractic, such as Diversified, Sacro-Occipital Technique, The Neuro Emotional Technique, Active Release Technique, Activator Methods, and The Brimhall Technique. We also incorporate nutritional counseling and other wellness treatments to support the whole system, including naturopathic medicine, intravenous therapy, biofeedback and neurofeedback, advanced allergy therapeutics, and massage therapy.

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odern chiropractors are often seen primarily as pain specialists, yet their care can encompass much more. While the common focus is better health through spinal manipulation, the origins of chiropractic are manifold. Typical approaches for structural issues and injuries include spinal adjustments, therapeutic ultrasound and heat therapy, but some practitioners also embrace nutrition.

Training requirements for chiropractors vary by state. “Here in Oregon, chiropractic physicians—both legally and through our training—are taught to be primary care physicians,” says Doctor of Chiropractic Michael Herb, of the Absolute Wellness Center, in Eugene, Oregon. “We must complete extensive training not only on the musculoskeletal system, but also on managing various internal medical pathologies such as those related to the cardiovascular system, genitourinary conditions, obstetrics and gynecology. We also learn

to perform minor surgical procedures.”

Chiropractor Tom Hyland Robertson, of Whole Chiropractic Healthcare, in Odenton, Maryland, notes, “To limit chiropractic to two categories of traditional and integrative isn’t accurate.

There are almost as many specialists among doctors of chiropractic (DC) as among medical doctors (M.D.).

There are chiropractors that specialize in pediatrics, veterinary, orthopedics, internal medicine, neurology, radiology and other areas. Integrative chiropractic uses as many tools as possible from the realm of each doctor’s training.”

Integrative Well-Being The world of chiropractic is diverse and growing to meet patient needs. Many chiropractors offer several healing modalities in-house that are geared to take whole-person care to an integrated harmonious level.

“Research shows that patient outcomes are far better with a multidisciplinary approach to healthcare needs,”

says Herb. “Offering a variety of specialties like physical therapy, sports medicine, nutrition and natural pain relief in my practice means patients receive the care and amount of time they need. They are not limited by what I personally can offer or have time to provide.”

Many chiropractic facilities nationwide employ acupuncturists and therapeutic massage therapists, offering diverse treatment options like functional medicine and cryotherapy—ice therapy—versus traditional heat therapy.

Robertson provides complementary treatments ranging from nutrition to physical therapy and yoga because he has found it is important to incorporate multiple treatment philosophies, examining the same problem from different angles, saying, “Chiropractic integrates many safe modalities found to be more effective than opioids, for instance.” He notes that early chiropractic was actually integrative, with its founder, Daniel David Palmer, promoting a healthy diet and calmer lifestyle a century ago.

Collaborative Options Progressive chiropractic now includes innovative approaches to treat the nervous system. The cutting-edge field of functional (or chiropractic) neurology, which reactivates partially nonfunctional neural pathways, is employed in cases like concussions, vertigo, migraines, pain syndromes, neuropathy and attention-deficit disorders.

Massage modalities, combined with chiropractic, are widely recognized to significantly increase circulation and improve range of motion. Acupuncture, when used in conjunction with chiropractic treatment, enhances muscle relaxation and fosters easier adjustments.

Chiropractor Kody R. Johnson, of the Johnson Chiropractic and Holistic Health Center, in Columbia, Missouri, is board certified in acupuncture and employs dry needling to target trigger points in tight muscles. He also specializes in functional medicine. Hormone balance, nutritional inadequacies, the presence of heavy metals and genetic markers for disease are all considered in determining a patient’s overall health.

“Chiropractic treatment addresses results of physical stress. Functional medicine looks at emotional and biochemical stress,” says Johnson. “The chiropractic paradigm is based on the premise that the body has an inborn ability to heal itself. If the only method a provider has to offer is chiropractic adjustments, then they’ll have cases where the patient’s condition doesn’t fully improve because there might be other factors at play, including nutritional deficiencies, toxicities and emotional stress. When we address other relevant issues, we find that patients ‘hold’ their adjustments longer.”

Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, multimedia artist and author of books in the spirituality and alternative health genres. She lives in Hawley, PA. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

A “Step” in the Right Direction Where East Meets West in Podiatric Medicine

by Thomas Chambers and R. Max Levingston

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ne quarter of the body’s bones are contained in the feet and ankles—the most foundational parts of the body.

And yet we spend the majority of our day squeezing our feet into shoes, walking, pounding, and practically abusing our feet without pausing to give adequate care to this critically important cornerstone of our physical structure. So why is it that our feet, more often than not, become the most neglected part of our body?

Not many people think about exercising their feet when they go to the gym, but recent cases of patients receiving natural podiatric treatments have been showing a marked change in the patient’s entire body health as they regularly do the feet exercises with specific stretches prescribed by their podiatrist.

Katy Bowman, biomechanist, author, founder and director of the Restorative Exercise Institute in Seattle, Washington, asserts: “The feet are perhaps the most neglected complex structure in the body. When feet are strengthened, it decreases whole body imbalance or instability.”

In 1915, William H. Fitzgerald, the founder of zone therapy, a treatment used to alleviate pain by applying pressure to certain points on the hands and feet, discovered that certain parts of the body correspond with other parts of the body. Building upon this theory, modern reflexology, as we know it today, was born.

Reflexologists believe that all parts of the body can be stimulated through pressure points on the feet, which breaks up the energy blockages around corresponding parts of the body. This creates relaxation, increased circulation and energy, allowing the body to function with better balance and stability.

Foot massage has been a part of Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years. In the 1970s, Thomas Wing, DC, ND, LAc, a fifth generation Chinese doctor, pioneered the microcurrent movement by introducing the first Acu-O-Matic microcurrent instrument to the United States. Originally approved by the Food and Drug Administration as a muscle stimulator, Wing’s electrotherapy machine has been used effectively by chiropractors in treating sports injuries and neuromyofascial dysfunction and pain. Microcurrent has been proven to help reduce inflammation and is considered by many to be a form of “needleless acupuncture.”

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Increasingly, numerous doctors and therapists are using this technology to address other ways of treating health issues, such as hair loss, tissue regeneration, scoliosis and eyesight.

One of Wing’s mentees, Physiotherapist Milly Ng, founder of the Microcurrent Research Institute in Hong Kong, uses Chinese massage techniques combined with microcurrent needleless acupuncture to expand Wing’s technology to create an innovative treatment for bunions without surgery. Ng firmly believes the body is designed with an innate ability to heal itself and that finding the root cause of the problem, and then making the correction, can allow for that natural healing without corrective surgery. By changing the shape of the whole foot, this treatment improves circulation, increases muscle bulk, and realigns the ligaments and bone structure, thus eliminating the painful bunion. It also removes other ailments, such as painful headaches and hip issues. Patients have found that having their foot treated for bunions has had a positive effect on their entire body, not just their feet.

Today, it is mainstream for chiropractors and physiotherapists to use the microcurrent treatment to address transdermal issues and chronic pain. There are a few podiatrists who are incorporating microcurrent treatments into their practice. If you have a need for foot care, take the first step and contact your local podiatrist to see if they offer microcurrent treatments. Your body will love you.

Healing Our Kids Reversing a Rising Tide of Chronic Conditions

by Ronica A. O’Hara

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he statistics are startling—as many as a quarter to one half of American children now have a diagnosed chronic condition, according to studies that include one in Academic Pediatrics that includes obesity. Over the last few decades, the number of children with asthma has tripled to affect one in eight; those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have doubled to one in 10; and autism diagnoses have increased at least 10-fold, to affect one in 50 (one in 31 boys).

“It’s literally an epidemic of chronic childhood disease,” says Beth Lambert, of Charlotte, North Carolina, author of A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America’s Children and executive director of the nonprofit EpidemicAnswers.org. “Our children, with their little bodies and immature immune systems, can’t tolerate the

toxic environments we’re all exposed to.

They’re the canaries in the coal mine that show us that the way we are living today is not sustainable.”

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As scientists pinpoint the causes of conditions, parents, researchers and healthcare practitioners are discovering, Lambert says, that many of the youngsters’ chronic illnesses share a “perfect storm” of factors, including pharmaceutical overuse, toxic or nutritionally poor diets, exposure to toxins and other environmental stressors.

“Many factors contribute to these chronic disorders; one size or one treatment doesn’t fit all,” says Dr. Kenneth Bock, of Red Hook, New York, an integrative medicine practitioner who has helped more than 3,000 chronically ill children and authored Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD,

Asthma, and Allergies. “But if children with one or more of the disorders are treated with a fully integrative medicine approach, the vast majority show some improvement, many significantly, and increasing numbers may recover to a point where they even lose their diagnosis.”

Effective integrative applications often change the child’s diet to nutrient-dense, additive-free foods and supplements for gut and brain health; employ allergy testing and elimination, detoxification and behavioral and physical therapies; vet household contaminants; target medications like antifungals and antiinflammatories; and use homeopathy and acupuncture.

Case Study

Maria O’Neil’s firstborn son, Connor, had a perfect Apgar score (newborn health status) at birth and appeared healthy to everyone until after immunization at 15 months, when he became withdrawn and vacant, with head-banging and hand-flapping. A pediatrician diagnosed moderately severe autism and advised, “Accept your new normal. Your son was born this way.”

O’Neil exclaimed, “I will not let this disease take my child!”

After she replaced processed foods, sugar, dairy and gluten with organics in

his diet, he became calmer and “more here”. Tests by another pediatrician, Dr. Bob Sears, showed Connor had gut damage, mitochondrial issues, a high viral load, a low white cell count and a deficiency in basic vitamins and minerals.

“Now I had a game plan,” says O’Neil, of Joshua Tree, California.

Connor was given fish oil, B12 shots, juices, targeted herbs, Epsom salt baths, hyperbaric oxygen, a mitochondrial cocktail of nutraceuticals, medication with the antifungal fluconazole (Diflucan), the antiviral valacyclovir (Valtrex) and the immunity-enhancing naltrexone (Revia), plus acupuncture, homeopathy and chiropractic. Over time, Connor’s eyes brightened, his language “burst forth” and he became social and loving.

By age 5, educators took him off his individualized learning program because he had no relevant symptoms. Today, at 9, he’s a popular fourth-grade kid that loves swimming, soccer and art, and wants to become a scientist or engineer. “The future is limitless for Connor,” O’Neil reports. “He can do anything he sets his mind to.”

Brighter Future

“Once you have addressed the root causes, you can optimize healing by using the additional integrative modalities

to help prevent chronic illnesses now and in years to come,” explains family physician Madiha Saeed, of Naperville, Illinois, author of The Holistic Rx: Your Guide to Healing Chronic Inflammation and Disease.

The multipronged integrative approach is supported by studies that link poor gastrointestinal health to childhood diseases, notes Lambert. Italian researchers found a greater prevalence of “bad” gut bacteria in autistic children. In New Zealand, it was shown that those with ADHD have gut bacteria that reduces dopamine, a neurotransmitter that controls the brain’s reward center.

At EpidemicAnswers.org, medical professionals and parents have created a comprehensive database of resources, studies, strategies and health coaches to help realize a child’s full potential. It plans to follow 14 children with chronic conditions through 18 months of healing and recovery therapeutic services to be documented in a film titled Canary Kids.

“We want to show parents that there’s hope—because then they can take the next step and move forward,” says Lambert.

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

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DONNA KARAN

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by April Thompson

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s a style icon, humanitarian and pioneer of conscious consumerism, Donna Karan has elevated fashion to a platform for change throughout her career, using her celebrity status to raise funds for AIDS research in the 1990s and more recently venturing into alternative health care.

Karan’s first collection under her signature label DKNY, which debuted in 1985, aimed to dress women in comfortable, professional clothes that embraced and flattered the female form. The brand was built on

women’s strengths, rather than insecurities; her iconic 1992 “In Women We Trust” ad campaign depicted the inauguration of a female president.

Her latest multidimensional Urban Zen project (UZIT) supports cultural preservation, compassionate health care and education.

The affiliated brand integrates luxury and sustainability with multicultural traditions and modern trends in a multifaceted line of clothing, accessories and beauty care products.

UZIT fuses Eastern healing

techniques and Western medicine in a patient-centric model intended to foster calm in the midst of the stress and chaos of illness. The complementary therapies program was born out of Karan’s challenging period serving as a caregiver during her late husband’s struggle with lung cancer.

Karan is a member of the Coty Hall of Fame and recipient of the Council of Fashion Designers of America’s Lifetime Achievement Award and Glamour’s Woman of the Year award.

How has your fashion style and philosophy changed over the course of your career?

For me, fashion has always been about “dressing and addressing.” It all started when the AIDS epidemic broke out in the late 1980s, and the fashion community came together to launch Seventh on Sale to raise funds and awareness for the disease that was taking the lives of so many talented designers. Now more than ever, we must address such issues.

My philosophy and purpose has always been inspired by cultures, creators and artisans from all corners of the world, connecting past, present and future. I launched the nonprofit organization Urban Zen to create a community of change through philanthropy and commerce. I want consumers to be aware that their purchases provide the power to help others in need.

How is the UZIT program enhancing health and well-being?

UZIT came about after witnessing the ones I loved suffer and going through their experiences by their sides.

Launched in partnership with yoga instructor Rodney Yee, the program has trained members of collaborating healthcare and yoga communities in the healing modalities of yoga therapy, reiki, essential oil therapy, nutrition and contemplative care.

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system by bringing care back into health care. Rather than just treat the disease, we need to treat patients, their loved ones and their caregivers. We also must express care for the doctors and nurses that are part of the story; they need gentle care every bit as much. We are all on this journey together.

Therapists at centers such as the University of California, Los Angeles, rehabilitation unit have seen results with patients suffering from stress, claustrophobia, headaches and back pain through these techniques. Many patients report feeling more relaxed, sleeping better and experiencing less pain and anxiety than they had ever experienced with medication.

Do you see some positive trends in fashion today?

More people are paying attention to sustainability in fashion today than ever before, and more designers are using materials and fabrics that respect people and the planet; for example, by using quality materials that endure. Recycling fabrics and materials is one way to contribute to sustainability. We work with the Apparent Project, which recycles cereal boxes to make beautiful necklaces, as well as with Paula Coles, who makes bags out of T-shirts.

Can fashion effect social change in the world?

I view fashion, design and style all as platforms for conscious change. I use fashion to raise awareness and inspire change in the areas of well-being, conscious consumerism and integrative education.

Today, there is a greater emphasis on preserving our world cultures and maintaining the authenticity that comes from traditional artisans and artists. A collaborative mentality of “we” is far healthier than one of “me”.

Connect with April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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from a European tour), The Haymarket Squares, Sonoran Dogs, The Billy Parker Band, Jam Pak and many others. $12/ticket, kids 16 and under/ free. Overnight camping: $5/person. Info: 928632-7135, 480-963-6811 or Arcosanti.org.

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Herbal Certification Course – 9am-1pm.

Updated information, new herbs, new recipes. $100 deposit to reserve seat. SW Herb Shop and Gathering Place, 148 N Center St, Mesa. RSVP: 480-694-9931. SWHerb.com.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4 Blue Sky Oils Grand Reopening – The Mesa Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the ribbon cutting, and there will be door prizes, food trucks and plenty of fun for everyone. Penny Stadick, owner and certified clinical aromatherapy practitioner, will promote and sign her new book, Faith Journey with Essential Oils. Blue Sky Oils, 1551 E University Dr, Mesa. 480-349-3508.

BlueSkyOils.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5

tion, even the galaxy. An excellent tool for business, money and new customers. Become the energy that manifests everything. $35. Universal Touch, 534 E University Dr, Mesa. RSVP: 480-835-5380.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7 The Phoenix Psychic Fair – 9am-5pm. Psychic mediums, energy and sound healers, crystal light therapy, tarot and angel readers, medical intuitives, astrology readers, jewelry, crystals and gifts, aura photography. $5/advance, $7/door. Four Points by Sheraton, 2532 W Peoria Ave, Phoenix.

PhoenixPsychicFair.com.

Breathing Into Bliss: An Experiential Breathwork Journey – 6:30-9:30pm. Experience a profound liberation from worry and anxiety. Open to a whole new level of peace, bliss and clarity.

Join for this unparalleled opportunity to receive a life-changing emotional and physical healing with embodied healer and teacher Jenna Hedstrom. $44. Anahata Yoga Sound and Energy Healing, 14148 N 100th St, Ste C-130, Scottsdale. 480699-9600. Info@AnahataYogaAZ.com. Register: AnahataYogaAZ.com.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 8

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6

Helping Horses and Humans – 4-7pm. The Tierra Madre Horse and Human Sanctuary’s fourth annual benefit fundraiser. A video and speaker program will begin at 5pm. Tickets: $30/person; $50/couple on EventBrite.com. Foothills Community Foundation, 34250 N 60 St, Scottsdale. Info: 480-469-9166 or TierraMadreHorseSanctuary.org.

Work Day: Improving our Famous ‘Nature Walk’ – 8:30am-noon. On National Public Lands Day volunteers will help with invasive vegetation removal as well as planting native plants throughout the area to encourage wildlife population growth. Enhance visitor experiences plus strengthen habitat for native birds and other watchable wildlife. Snacks and water provided.

Limited volunteer slots. 33955 S Old Black Canyon Hgwy, Black Canyon City. BlackCanyonHeritagePark.org. RSVP: SignUpGenius.com/ go/4090f4aaea72ca2fb6-public1.

Crystal Singing Bowls 101 – 10am-noon. A hands-on introduction to the world of crystal singing bowls. Learn the basics of sound; how to get started with sound healing; how the crystal singing bowls relate to the chakras; and the best practices for playing them. $29. Anahata Yoga Sound and Energy Healing, 14148 N 100th St, Ste C-130, Scottsdale. 480-699-9600. Info@AnahataYogaaz. com. Register: AnahataYogaAZ.com.

Pulling Exercise – 5-7pm. With Mimi. Learn to pull energy like when you were a little baby. Plus learn to move energy for your benefit, from every direc-

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Intro to Chinese BaZi Astrology – 5-6:30pm.

Your birthday reveals details of your personal destiny. Learn how to decode the secrets of your birthday so you can tap into the power of your good luck. Free. Feng Shui by Jen, 6207 N Cattletrack Rd, Scottsdale. RSVP: 480-280-9911 or FengShui ByJen@gmail.com. FengShuiByJen.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12

Dr Dream Sound Healing Experience – 6:30pm.

Featuring 333 Tibetan healing singing bowls.

Unity of Phoenix Spirituality Center. Tickets/info: 602-978-3337. UnityPhx.org/events.

AZIANDS Speaker Series –7pm. Speaker Michell Powers was born with the gift to see, hear and communicate with angels. She uses her abilities to bring light into the world and to help empower those around her. $10 donation. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Sanctuary, Mesa.

480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13 Eighth Annual Bluegrass Festival – Oct 13-14.

This year’s event will pay homage to the late Ben Sandoval, an Arizona legend who helped put today’s strong bluegrass movement on the map.

On the bill are Cisco and the Racecars (just back

The Hypercarnivore Diet – 11am-1pm. Join Don and Tracy for a talk discussing why so many people are recovering health by minimizing plant foods, contrary to popular trends. Find relief from joint pain, allergies, depression and fatigue, lose weight and slow aging. Tea will be available. $10 fee can be redeemed towards services. $10.

Barefoot Acupuncture, 6722 E Avalon Dr, Ste 1, Scottsdale. 602-954-8016. tminton31@gmail. com. Barefoot-Acupuncture.com.

Passion, Purpose, Prosperity: A Manifesting Workshop for Entrepreneurs, Healers, Teachers and Artists – 1-3pm. Through the discovery of our passions we develop our purpose and allow prosperity to flow through us. Sadhana (self-enrichment) self-love is the foundation of all evolution.

This is the container we birth our success from.

You will discover your personal mantra through an interactive process of self-discovery. $20. Anahata Yoga Sound and Energy Healing, 14148 N 100th St, Ste C-130, Scottsdale. 480-699-9600. Info@ AnahataYogaAZ.com. AnahataYogaAZ.com.

Mantra Experience with Sukha – 7-8:30pm.

Sukha will guide attendees on a mantra experience with live music and sacred kundalini chants to open your heart, balance the brain, and connect you with bliss! Sukha is Southern California based husband/wife team Sukhmani and Sukhman. $29.

Anahata Yoga Sound and Energy Healing, 14148 N 100th St, Ste C-130, Scottsdale. 480-699-9600.

Info@AnahataYogaAZ.com. AnahataYogaAZ.com.

Adam Miller Live – 7-9:15pm. International A. Miller Healing Institute presents: A one of a kind theatrical storytelling event of the real life story of Adam Miller – his remarkable life, the dramatic death experience, and all the miracles and unbearable trials that led him to become a healer.

Age limit: 16 and up. $25/online, $35/door. Sun Studios Arizona, 1425 W 14th St, Tempe. 520249-9332. Events@Adam-Healer.com. Tickets: DiscoverWholeness.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14 Photography for Beginners – 9am. An informal workshop and outdoor shoot to share a few basic camera lessons while photographing the gardens. $12.50/adult admission. Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park, 37615 US Hwy 60, Superior.

RSVP: 480-319-2229. MiMiParisPhotography@ gmail.com.AZStateParks.com.

EFT Tapping and The Law of Attraction – 1-5pm. Go deeper into coaching and tapping in this four-hour workshop with Rasoul Sobhani as we focus on how to manifest with EFT Tapping and The Law of Attraction. Learning that where your attention goes energy flows; what you focus on expands. All participants will get a 45-minute to one-hour life coaching session free by phone or in person ($90 value). $40. Anahata Yoga

Sound and Energy Healing, 14148 N 100th St, Ste C-130, Scottsdale. 480-699-9600. Info@ AnahataYogaAZ.com. AnahataYogaAZ.com.

Fall Farm-to-Table Plant-Based Intuitive Cooking and Food Art – 11am-1pm. Join awardwinning cookbook author and intuitive cooking expert, Melanie Albert at The Farm at South Mountain for a fun, memorable hands-on cooking experience. Enjoy rustic fall seasonal cooking with fresh organic produce from local Phoenix farmers. Learn simple culinary techniques and food art skills to plate your food beautifully. Menu: Seasonal Soup, Raw Veggie Salad and Bamboo Steamer Veggies. $55. 6106 S 32nd St, Phoenix.

602-615-2486. Mel@MelanieAlbert.com. Tickets: ExperienceNutrition.com.

ence with horses required. $150. Tierra Madre Horse and Human Sanctuary, 27115 N 45th St, Cave Creek.

Register: SumerStatlerAeed.com; 480-607-1022.

Info: EquineExperientialCoaching.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25 Net Impact Conference – Oct 25-27. NI18: Outside the Lines will bring current and aspiring leaders together for an exchange of ideas about how to work together to tackle our toughest social and environmental problems. Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N 3rd St, Phoenix. Register: NetImpact.org/ni18/home.

Massage Therapy Program – Morning classes begin. Feb 4/19: evening classes begin. Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, 1538 E Southern Ave, Tempe. 480-994-9244. Info@swiha.edu. swiha.edu.

The Bliss of Inner Peace – Oct 25-28. With Ordained Kadampa Buddhist Teachers, Gen Kelsang Rigpa and Gen Kelsang Choma. Learn how to meditate on the Four Great Seals of Mahamudra.

Onsite accommodation and meals available, preregistration essential. International Kadampa Retreat Center Grand Canyon, 6701 E Mountain Ranch Rd, Williams. 928-637-3262. MeditationInNorthernArizona.org/blissofinnerpeace.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26

Board of Angels Course – Oct 20-21. With Sally Trautner. Learn about the Divine Holy Angels of the Second Reality; Angel Board Healing and healing with Angel Board Water; openings, initiations, upgrades and ceremonies; experience the essence of holy. Register: 480-395-7333 or Board-Of-Angels.com.

Halloween Spooktacular – 5:30-8:30pm. Gather your lil’ ghosts and goblins and trick-or-treat your way through Chandler’s Halloween Spooktacular Friday. Come dressed in your best costume and enjoy a family night of free, frightful fun. Activities include ghoulish games, haunted house, trunkor-treat, arts and crafts, and costume contest. Free.

Dr AJ Chandler Park, 3 S Arizona Ave, Chandler.

480-782-2735. Special.Events@chandleraz.gov.

ChandlerAZ.gov/spooktacular.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 15

Chandler Mayor’s Day of Play – 8am-noon.

Children of all ages can revel in free family-fun as they play life-size board games, sporty inflatables and interactive activities. Look forward to a giant high-flying foam area that bounces, bumps and slides you all over the place. Park-goers can enjoy everything from exhilarating fitness demonstrations to health-minded games to information booths. Free. Tumbleweed Park, 2250 S McQueen Rd, Chandler. 480-782-2735. Schedule/activities: ChandlerAZ.gov/dayofplay.

Gaining Body Wisdom and Peace Experiential Workshop – 9-11:30am. Join Dr Sumer Aeed and Christine Badoux for a fun and creative experience designed to help you reclaim and love your body. $150. Scottsdale. Register: SumerStatlerAeed. com; 480-607-1022. Info: EquineExperientialCoaching.com.

Willcox Wine Country Festival – 11am. A fun mix of Arizona’s best music groups will serenade the tasting proceedings in a beautiful wide-open setting. Railroad Park, downtown Willcox. Info/ tickets: ArizonaWine.org.

Sleeping Giant Premiere – 3-5pm. Public premiere of the AZ Water/Ways Sleeping Giant. This documentary, written, directed and produced by Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication students, tells our water story and launches the Water/Ways program. Albin Community Center, 19045 K-Mine Rd, Black Canyon City. BlackCanyonHeritagePark.org.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21 Gaining Body Wisdom and Peace-Equine Experience – 9-11:30am. Join Dr Sumer Aeed and Christine Badoux, along with the sanctuary’s rescued horses, for a unique adventure. No previous experi-

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27 Native Flute Circle and Workshop – 10am-3pm; 10-11:30am (flute circle). Play, share, enjoy native flute music. 1-3pm (workshop). Registration required. Learn concepts and techniques. Flutes provided. All welcome. Free. Mesa Red Mountain Branch Library, 635 N Power Rd. 602-463-8125.

SongWithinYou@gmail.com. Song-Within.com.

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Pulling Exercise – 5-7pm. With Mimi. Learn to pull energy like when you were a little baby. Plus learn to move energy for your benefit, from every direction, even the galaxy. An excellent tool for business, money and new customers. Become the energy that manifests everything. $35. Universal Touch, 534 E University Dr, Mesa. RSVP: 480-835-5380.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28 Bars Class – 9am-5pm. Some point touches unlock/release energy. People report better health, better sleep, weight loss, less stress and more.

Manual and charts included. Universal Touch, 534 E University Dr, Mesa. AccessConsciousness.com.

Farm-to-Table Kids Food Art Cooking at The Farm – 10-11am. With award-winning cookbook author Melanie Albert of Experience Nutrition.

Kids will create a salad and dessert with local farmers’ organic veggies and fruit. They’ll learn how to create art with their culinary creations with sauces and shapes. Menu: Rainbow Salad, Chocolate Date Balls with Chocolate Sauce and Superfoods. $30. The Farm at South Mountain, 6106 S 32nd St, Phoenix. 602-615-2486. Mel@MelanieAlbert. com. Tickets: ExperienceNutrition.com.

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Farm-to-Table Teens Food Art Cooking at The Farm – 12:30-1:30pm. With award-winning cookbook author Melanie Albert of Experience Nutrition. Teens will create a salad and dessert with local farmers’ organic veggies and fruit. They’ll learn how to create art with their culinary creations with sauces and shapes. Menu: Rainbow Salad, Chocolate Date Balls with Chocolate Sauce and Superfoods. $30. The Farm at South Mountain, 6106 S 32nd St, Phoenix. 602-615-2486. Mel@MelanieAlbert.com.

Tickets: ExperienceNutrition.com.

Intro to Tarot – 1-3pm. Have you had questions or a calling to learn more about tarot cards?

This class will teach you the basics of reading the Rider-Waite deck. $40/advance, $55/ door. Desert Lotus Boutique & Gifts, 4220 W Opportunity Way, Ste 103, Anthem. Register: 714-552-6030. Info@PurpleLotusProductions. com. Facebook.com/events/279830755936132.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6

MONDAY, JANUARY 7, 2019

Aesthetics Practitioner Program – Morning classes begin. Dec 11: evening classes begin.

Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, 1538 E Southern Ave, Tempe. 480-994-9244. Info@ swiha.edu. swiha.edu.

Healing and Rejuvenation Retreat – Jan 7-14 or Jun 18-25. All-inclusive with Alive and Revive. Mind, body, spirit healing; reconnect with nature; natural therapies; yoga and meditation; shamanic and energy healing; healthy, delicious food. Ecuador Beach and Andes or Galapagos.

480-599-8370. AliveAndRevive.com.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Divine Feminine Rising Meditation Retreat – 6am-3pm. During this three-day women’s retreat with Susanna Bair, attendees will explore their connection to purpose by way of ‘inheritance’ – our spiritual, familial, and cultural backgrounds.

Meditate, sing, dance and do yoga immersed in a community of women. $299 plus lodging. Sonoran Desert Inn and Conference Center, 55 Orilla Ave, Ajo. 520-299-2170. Hannah@IAmHeart.org.

IAmHeart.org/divine-feminine-retreat.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Creative Soul: Meditation, Writing and Equine Experiential Retreat for Women – Nov 16-18. Held at Tierra Madre Horse and Human Sanctuary and the Boulders Resort, join bestselling Hay House author and meditation teacher, Sarah McLean, and Equine Experiential Coach, Christine Badoux, for a transformational selfawareness weekend. 928-204-0067. Creative SoulRetreat.com.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Farm-to-Table Plant-Based Cooking Class for Thanksgiving – 11am-1pm. With awardwinning cookbook author Melanie Albert.

Create plant-based dishes perfect for your Thanksgiving meal or holiday celebrations using fresh local organic produce from Phoenix farmers. Enjoy your fall creations in the beauty

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The Phoenix Psychic Fair – 9am-5pm. Psychic mediums, energy and sound healers, crystal light therapy, tarot and angel readers, medical intuitives, astrology readers, jewelry, crystals and gifts, aura photography. $5/advance, $7/door. Four Points by Sheraton, 2532 W Peoria Ave, Phoenix.

PhoenixPsychicFair.com.

Health and Wellness Expo – 9am-4pm. Join for the latest in fitness, nutrition, healthy living, psychology, workplace wellness and more. Free admission. Mesa Convention Center, 263 N Center St. 602-625-3000. HealthAndWellness Expo.com.

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Farm-to-Table Plant-Based Dessert Cooking Class for the Holidays – 11am-1pm. With award-winning cookbook author, Melanie Albert.

Prepare three different, delicious, plant-based, gluten-free and dairy-free desserts perfect for your holiday celebrations (raw and cooked options). Learn how to prepare the desserts, skills to plate them beautifully, and enjoy your dessert creations with community. Menu: Raw Cashew Superfood Berry Pie, Chocolate Cream Pie and Apple Berry Crisp. $55. The Farm at South Mountain, 6106 S 32nd St, Phoenix. 602615-2485. Mel@MelanieAlbert.com. Tickets: ExperienceNutrition.com.

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of The Farm with community. Menu: Tapenade; Root Veggie Sauté, Fall Soup; Sweet Potato Brownie with Superfoods. $55. The Farm at South Mountain, 6106 S 32nd St. 602-615-2486.

Mel@MelanieAlbert.com. Tickets: Experience Nutrition.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2019 Healing and Rejuvenation Retreat – Jan 22-29 or Jun 3-10. All-inclusive with Alive and Revive.

Mind, body, spirit healing; reconnect with nature; natural therapies; yoga and meditation; shamanic and energy healing; healthy, delicious food. Peru: Cusco and Machu Picchu. 480-599-8370. AliveAndRevive.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 Three-Day Herbal Intensive – Jan 25-27.

Five-day class condensed into 2.5 days. Space is limited. SW Herb Shop and Gathering Place, 148 N Center St, Mesa. RSVP: 480-694-9931.

SWHerb.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2019 Botanical Formulary Classes – Also Feb 10, 17 & 24. $399/8 classes or $65/class. Blue Sky Oils, 1551 E University Dr, Mesa. Register: 480-3493508 or BlueSkyOils.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2019 Healing and Rejuvenation Retreat – Mar 17-24.

All-inclusive with Alive and Revive. Mind, body, spirit healing; reconnect with nature; natural therapies; yoga and meditation; shamanic and energy healing; healthy, delicious food. South of Chile.

480-599-8370. AliveAndRevive.com.

ongoing events

sunday Sunday Services – 9am (meditation) & 10:45am (service). A Positive Path for Spiritual Living.

Childcare for infants thru 5th grade at 9am service.

Nursery for infants thru kindergarten at 10:45am.

Youth ministry classes in the Education Annex at 10:45am. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave. 480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

Sunday Service with The Teachings of the Ascended Masters – 10:30-11:45am. Topics include Twin Flames, How to Work with Angels, Saint Germain, Your Sponsor, and Use of the Violet Flame to Transform Your World. Bookstore and gift shop open 10am-1pm. The Summit Lighthouse, 4105 N 20th St, Ste 115, Phoenix.

480-442-5020. SummitLighthousePhoenix.org.

Kadampa Buddhism and Meditation – 11am12:30pm. Learn powerful meditations for reducing attachment and cultivating balanced and peaceful minds of equanimity, authentic love and empathy. $10. International Kadampa Retreat Center Grand Canyon, 6701 E Mountain Ranch Rd, Williams.

928-637-6232. MeditationInNorthernArizona.org.

Archaeology Guided Hike – Thru May. 1pm. 3rd Sun. Hike is included with park entrance fees. $7/ ages 14 and up, $4/ages 7-13, 6 and under/free. Red Rock State Park, 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd, Sedona.

928-282-6907. AZStateParks.com.

monday Tai Chi and Qigong – 10-11am. With Shirley Kemper. Activate and experience the natural healing capabilities in the body. $10-$15 donation. Newcomers welcome. Unity of Mesa, Annex Rm 1, 2740 E Southern Ave. 480-892-2700.

UnityOfMesa.org.

Braving the Wilderness – 6:45-8:45pm. This practical seven-week class is for anyone who has struggled with feeling like they don’t belong or fit in, for those who sacrifice themselves and their value to make others happy, and for those who want to be more connected to themselves. $90 by 10/22, $105/thereafter. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave (west entrance). 480-892-2700.

UnityOfMesa.org.

tuesday Anti-Aging Clinic Happy Hour – Thru Oct. With Dr Melanie Icard, NMD. Save on hydrating and collagen building treatments. 5350 N 16th St, Ste 107, Phoenix. 480-599-8370. PhoenixAntiAging.com.

Energy Healing – 9:45am. Clear karma, energy blocks, and remove programming within to start living happily, joyously and with love. By phone in Phoenix. NatashaDeakins.com.

Watercolor Art Classes – 9:45am-12:30pm. With Allura Westly. All levels, beginner-to-advanced.

Learn fluid color technique, drawing and composition. Small class of eight students. No talent required, just a desire to create. Paradise Valley.

602-469-0524. AlluraWatercolor@cox.net.

PLANS CHANGE Please call ahead to confirm date and times

Rewind Yoga – 10:30-11:30am. With Kim Carter.

This class focuses on balancing, increasing flexibility and building functional strength for people 50 and up. $10 (first class/free, six students max).

Restoring Balance Mind & Body, 2045 S Vineyard, Ste 139, Mesa. Preregistration required: 253-549-5342 or Kim@RestoringBalanceAZ. com. RestoringBalanceAZ.com.

Crystal and Tibetan Bowls – 6:45-8:30pm.

Healing, purification and transformation with the singing bowls. $20 love offering. Center for Divine Awakening, 15801 N 40th St, Phoenix. Info: Prana: 773-316-3005. CrystalBowlsRelaxation.com.

wednesday Energy Healing – 9:45am. Clear karma, energy blocks, and remove programming within to start living happily, joyously and with love. By phone in Phoenix. NatashaDeakins.com.

Watercolor Art Classes – 9:45am-12:30pm. With Allura Westly. All levels, beginner-to-advanced.

Learn fluid color technique, drawing and composition. Small class of eight students. No talent required, just a desire to create. Paradise Valley.

602-469-0524. AlluraWatercolor@cox.net.

Anger Solves Nothing Series – 6:30pm. Everyone welcome. $10. Beacon UU Congregation, 510 N Leroux. 928-637-3262. MeditationInNorthern Arizona.org.

CBD Dosage/Sampling Class – 6:30-7:30pm.

Learn the different routes of administration for CBD. Class will establish personal dosage by sampling CBD orally. Limited to four registrants. $25 (class fee is credited towards in-store purchase).

CBD Store AZ, 3314 N 3rd St, Phoenix. 602-29206133. cbdNutritional@gmail.com. Preregister: cbdNutritional.com/store/p85/cbdclass.

Tea, Reiki and Tarot – 3-6pm. Gain clarity and hit the reset button with an insightful card reading and/or energy re-harmonizing session. $20/each $30/both. Barefoot Acupuncture Clinic, 6722 E Avalon Dr, Ste 1, Scottsdale. RSVP: 602-9548016. StrongSpiritWoman.com.

Zen Lounge Happy Hour – 5-7pm. Happy hour pricing on more than 10 services including vitamin shots, IV drips, DIY facial bar, and meditation with an aim to build a community vibe while adopting a healthy lifestyle. Second Nature Clinic, 7140 E 1st Ave, Scottsdale. 480425-9662. Info@SecondNatureClinic.com.

SecondNatureClinic.com.

friday Bird Walk – 8:30am. Every other Fri thru Dec. With Lisa Murphy. Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park, 37615 US Hwy 60, Superior.

AZStateParks.com.

saturday Energy Healing – 9:45am. Clear karma, energy blocks, and remove programming within to start living happily, joyously and with love. By phone in Phoenix. NatashaDeakins.com.

Tea Time Chat – 2-4pm. Every 3rd Sat. A Q&A session to learn how to use oils and get the most out of them while doing so in a safe manner. Enjoy a cup of herbal tea and some snacks. Blue Sky Oils, 1551 E University Dr, Mesa. 480-349-3508 or BlueSkyOils.com.

CBD Dosage/Sampling Class – 3:30-4:30pm.

Learn the different routes of administration for CBD. Class will establish personal dosage by sampling CBD orally. Limited to four registrants. $25 (class fee is credited towards in-store purchase).

CBD Store AZ, 3314 N 3rd St, Phoenix. 602-29206133. cbdNutritional@gmail.com. Preregister: cbdNutritional.com/store/p85/cbdclass.

Gong Meditation –7pm. 1st Wed. Experience deep relaxation and meditation through the power of the gong. $10-$20 donation. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Sanctuary, Mesa. 480-8922700. UnityOfMesa.org.

thursday Energy Healing – 9:45am. Clear karma, energy blocks, and remove programming within to start living happily, joyously and with love. By phone in Phoenix. NatashaDeakins.com.

Rewind Yoga – 10:30-11:30am. With Kim Carter.

This class focuses on balancing, increasing flexibility and building functional strength for people 50 and up. $10 (first class/free, six students max).

Restoring Balance Mind & Body, 2045 S Vineyard, Ste 139, Mesa. Preregistration required: 253-549-5342 or Kim@RestoringBalanceAZ. com. RestoringBalanceAZ.com.

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Peoria Farmers’ Market Park West, 9744 West Northern Avenue, Peoria Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Phoenix Public Market 721 North Central Avenue, Phoenix Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon Roadrunner Park Farmers’ Market 3502 East Cactus Road, Phoenix Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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ACUPUNCTURE BAREFOOT ACUPUNCTURE COMMUNITY PAIN & STRESS CLINIC 6722 E Avalon Dr, Ste 1, Scottsdale 602-954-8016 •Barefoot-Acupuncture.com

Ten years’ experience providing affordable, effective acupuncture, herbal medicine, diet/ n u t r i t i o n t h e r a p y, hypnotherapy and reiki for f e r t i l i t y, m e n s t r u a l disorders, menopause, insomnia, anxiety, depression, fatigue, stress, headaches and pain. Private acupuncture for as low as $35/session. Call or visit our website today!

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE CBD STORE AZ

SW HERB SHOP & GATHERING PLACE

148 N Center St, Mesa 480-694-9931 • SWHerb.com Store.SWHerb.com Kathy Gould and Madalyn Johnson, herbalists and proprietors, offer medicinal bulk herbs and specialty tea blends, herbal extracts, certification classes, community and therapist rental space, medicine-making supplies, and more. See ad, page 21.

ART CLASSES WATERCOLOR ART CLASSES

Allura Westly 3611 E Sunnyside Dr, Phoenix AlluraWatercolor@cox.net 602-469-0524 • AlluraWaterColor.com

Chris Campabello, Holistic CBD Practitioner 3314 N 3rd St, Phoenix 602-292-6133 • CBDNutritional.com A wellness boutique devoted to CannaBiDiol and our endocannabinoid system. Organic, lab tested, ingestible and topical formulations for everyday wellness, and acute/chronic disorders.

No high and non-addictive. No card required. Open Wed-Sat 10am-4pm and by appointment. See ad, page 43.

SALT CHALET ARIZONA

Pavel Gershkovich, CHP, CRP 5011 N Granite Reef Rd, Scottsdale 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, page 41.

Allura Westly, master teacher, opens her sanctuary studio to all levels, beginner to advanced. Learn fluid color technique, drawing and composition. Small class of eight students. No talent required, just a desire to create.

CLEANING SERVICES BENNETT’S CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

Valleywide Service • 480-994-4988 BennettsCarpetCleaningAz.com Eco-friendlycarpet and 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, page 17.

PURMAID

844-PUR-MAID PurMaid.com An eco-friendly home and office cleaning company and offers natural cleaning products. See ad, page 20.

DR. JACQUE JOHNSON

2Empower LLC Scottsdale • 480-226-9977 Dr.Jacque@2Empower.org • 2Empower.org Dr. Jacque Johnson is a certified Empowerment Life Coach and psychometric assessment specialist who identifies behavioral traits and cognitive footprints to assist with transition, grief, anxiety and achieving personal goals. She also works with parents and children as an educational advocate and coach.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY MELINDA SMITH

Colon Hydrotherapy, Biofeedback, Pets, Homeopathy, Energetic Facelift, Antiaging and Iridology Scottsdale • 602-317-7677 BestVisionOfHealth.com Gentle, relaxing session with unique gas release technique to eliminate toxins and get rid of pain. Biofeedback scan and healing to detect hidden risk factors, on pets and horses as well.

DENTISTS INTEGRATIVE DENTAL ASSOCIATES Lisa M. Butler, DMD 4202 N 32nd St, Ste A, Phoenix 602-956-4807 • IntegrativeDental.com

Providing biologic dentistry personalized to fit your needs in a caring and supportive environment. Offering 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, pages 4 and 29.

MY DENTIST

Dr. Michael Margolis and Dr. Stephen Kovar 2045 S Vineyard Rd, Ste 153, Mesa 480-833-2232 • MyDentistAZ.com A holistic and biological approach to your dental needs and overall health. Bio-compatible dentistry, esthetic dentistry lumineers/veneers, family dentistry and much more. See ad, page 3.

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NATURAL DENTAL PARTNERS

Dr. Ingo Mahn 3134 W Carefree Hwy, Ste 9, Phoenix 602-775-5120 • MyNaturalDentist.com

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Our Readers are Seeking Providers & Services for: Drinking Water Services • Dietitians Homeopathy • Natural/Organic Foods ... and this is just a partial list!

Dr. Mahn takes the time to listen to your concerns and uses his extensive experience to help you achieve better health. Author of A Healthy Mouth—The Missing Link to Optimal Health, he utilizes the latest advances in dentistry (low dose digital x-rays and single visit biocompatible restorations) to deliver the highest level of holistic dental care. Check the calendar of events page or his website for upcoming seminars.

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PURE SMILES

Jason A. Jones, DMD 7231 E Princess Blvd, Ste 207, Scottsdale 480-585-1612 • PureSmilesAz.com

DECEMBER

Uplifting Humanity plus: Holidays

Our Readers are Seeking Providers & Services for: Inspiring Books/Media Gift Baskets/Certificates Relationship Counselors ... and this is just a partial list!

Exceptional dental service with dedication to comfort and compassion. We carefully assist each procedure and select the products to help preserve and protect your overall well-being. See ad, page 9.

DOCTORS FOOT & ANKLE WELLNESS

Dr. Thomas Chambers, DPM 5520 E Main St, Ste 2, Mesa 480-707-3742 • FootAndAnkleAZ.com Foot & Ankle Wellness N o n - S u r g i c a l B u n i o n Tr e a t m e n t s

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Our Readers are Seeking Providers & Services for: Alternative Therapies • Eco-Interior Designers Natural/Organic Food • Recycling Services ... and this is just a partial list!

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Specializing in non-surgical bunion treatment and safe, effective foot and ankle care. Microcurrent technology and other holistic techniques are used to re-align feet, naturally straighten big toes, decrease pain, and reduce the appearance of bunions. See ad, page 36.

MELANIE ICARD, NMD

Anti-Aging Clinic 5350 N 16th St, Ste 107, Phoenix 480-599-8370 • PhoenixAntiAging.com Dr. Icard specializes in anti-aging medicine, natural pain management and reversal, natural and traditional aesthetics, ozone therapy, and mind body medicine.

She has extensive training in biological medicine, prolotherapy and PRP, aesthetics and ozone therapy. See ad, pages 5 and 25.

LESTER R. KLEBE, DPM

Foot and Ankle Care 10555 N Tatum Blvd, Ste A101 Paradise Valley • 602-954-0777 Practicing in the Phoenix area, Dr. Klebe offers complete foot and ankle care. Holistically oriented, he integrates homeopathic medicine with conventional medical care. See ad, page 16.

PAUL STALLONE, NMD

Arizona Integrative Medical Center, PC 8144 E Cactus Rd, Ste 820, Scottsdale 480-214-3922 • DrStallone.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, inside front cover and page 39.

ENERGY HEALING BUBBLING WELL HEALTH OFFERINGS Linda P. Essex, RN Prescott • 928-710-2178 BubblingWell@cableone.net

Linda Essex has more than 30 years 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 appointment.

KIM CARTER, MA, HTCP, RYT

2045 S Vineyard Ave, Ste 139, Mesa 480-773-6599 Kim@RestoringBalanceAZ.com RestoringBalanceAZ.com Kim Carter is a Healing Touch certified practitioner specializing in grief and loss, serious/chronic illness and spiritual growth. Her emphasis is on empowering clients to recognize, trust and act on their own intuition.

Universal White Time Feb 26-28 Healing Level Four April 8-10 June 24-26 Universal White Time All classes are held Healing Level Two at my healing center March 1-2 TRAUTNER THE PURPLE STUDIO SALLY in North Scottsdale April 12-13Energy Healer 240 W Main St, Mesa Holistic June 28-29 480-849-6093 33998 N 57th Pl, Scottsdale

480-767-6200 • SallyTrautner.com

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Sally Trautner has been studying Asst Head Teacher Holistic nutrition and a n d w o r k i n g w i t h e n e rg y High Teacher wellness coach with medicine/healing since 1995. She Master more than 15 years of is a White Time Healer Assisting Head nutrition and disease Teacher, High Teacher, Master prevention/management experience. Reiki master White Natural Time Healer.

She is also Healing trained in holistic modalities to aid in complete certified in numerous additional Alternatives mind, body and spirit healing and transformation. energy healing modalities, and Emphasis in educating and empowering clients performs hands on and remote healings worldwide for physical, emotional and spiritual healing.

See www.WhiteTimeHealingClasses.comwhile guiding them though the foundation of selflove and self-trust. Specializing in autoimmune ad, page 27.

Call 480 767-6200 disorders, thyroid, adrenal fatigue and food allergies.

See ad, page 21.

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UNIVERSAL TOUCH

534 E University Dr, Mesa 480-835-5380 • 480-835-5347 Looking for shifting and changes?

Access Consciousness and the others amazing tools; Access Bars TM facilitators; body and energy process practitioners; kinesiology, readings, reiki, reflexology. Emotional issues, trauma, depression. Resolve issues on money, business, body/health, relationships and more. Enhance your health and beauty. More than 40 years combined knowledge.

Call for an appointment with our practitioners. Se Habla Español. See ad, page 15.

FENG SHUI/ CHINESE ASTROLOGY FENG SHUI BY JEN®

6207 N Cattletrack Rd, Ste 7, Scottsdale 480-280-9911 • FengShuiByJen.com

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, page 21.

PET CARE ANDREA SOBOTKA, AKA “CRITTER DOC”

ASAM, Sh. Reiki, HTAP, Animal Communicator and Counselor 602-317-1543 • CritterDoc1@cox.net SpiritAnimalWisdom.com

Jen Stone is the only IFSA Accredited Classical Feng Shui Master in North America and affiliated with the Raymond Lo School of Feng Shui & Destiny.

She offers traditional Chinese Feng Shui consultations for homes and businesses, BaZi astrology reading, formal training programs, and educational workshops. See ad, page 12.

With a gentle healing touch, Andrea provides earth medicine and energy healing, animal communication, and intuitive counsel for pets and their people.

HOLISTIC HEALTH ANAHATA SOUND AND ENERGY HEALING

14148 N 100th St, Ste C-130, Scottsdale 480-699-9600 • Ana-Ha-Ta.com Gong, crystal singing bowl and full moon meditations, kundalini yoga, restorative Sunday, Juneand1styoga 12pm - 4pm yoga, yin yoga nidra classes.

Creating a ANAHATA Sound and Energy Healing community of conscious Creating a community of conscious connection! connection. See ad, page 27.

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BLUE SKY OILS

Penny Stadick 1551 E University Dr, Mesa 480-349-3508 • BlueSkyOils.com A retail store selling 100% pure essential oils; offering more than 90 single oils and more than 40 oil blends. Various aromatherapy products including diffusers, bottles and jewelry are also available. Open 11:30am-6pm, Tue-Fri; and 10am-4pm, Sat. See ad, page 11.

REAL ESTATE PATRICIA PALERMO REALTOR® Conway Real Estate 480-766-3937 Patricia.SearchValleyRealEstate.com

Buying or selling a home is one of the most important and rewarding decisions you will ever make. Patricia Palermo is committed to providing you honesty, integrity and fast response. She holds your best interests at heart for all your real estate needs. Ready to buy or sell? Call her today!

See ad, page 40.

RETREATS/WORKSHOPS EXPERIENCE NUTRITION GROUP LLC Melanie A. Albert Phoenix • 602-615-2486 EXPNutrition.com Facebook.com/NewViewHealthyEating

Intuitive cooking experience: workshops, cooking classes, team building events, and retreats for organizations. Learn simple culinary techniques; create plantbased healthy meals; enjoy beauty of food.

SALONS A LOR A ORGANIC STUDIO

7329 E Stetson Dr, Ste 11, Scottsdale 480-318-7555 • AloraOrganic.com 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: $10 off your first service. Energy healing sessions are also available. See ad, page 12.

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SCHOOLS SOUTHWEST INSTITUTE OF HEALING ARTS 1100 E Apache Blvd, Tempe 480-994-9244 Info@swiha.edu • swiha.edu

Nationally accredited college offers holistic health and wellness degrees, diplomas, certificates of excellence, continuing education and personal development, oncampus and online. Financial aid available. See ad, outside back cover.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS INTERNATIONAL KADAMPA RETREAT CENTER

6701 E Mountain Ranch Rd, Williams 928-637-6232 MeditationInNorthernArizona.org Meditation retreats and classes in modern Buddhism; dedicated to providing the local and worldwide community an opportunity to learn and engage in Buddhist practice and meditation retreats. Everyone is welcome.

THE SHRINE OF HOLY WISDOM 5025 S Ash Ave, Ste B-15, Tempe 480-219-9633 ShrineOfHolyWisdom@gmail.com TheShrineOfHolyWisdom.org

Experience the divine. We are an inclusive community that offers a diversity of spiritual practices. Our offerings include courses in the Western Mystical Tradition, Angelic Theurgy, meditation and prayer.

UNITY OF MESA

2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa 480-892-2700 • UnityOfMesa.org Offering practical spiritual teachings for abundant and meaningful living; we are a progressive spiritual community that explores universal principles and practices. Weddings, memorials, christenings, classes and activities for the “spiritual, not religious”.

Sunday services: 9am & 10:45am. Youth programs: 10:45am. All are welcome. See ad, page 16.

UNITY OF PHOENIX SPIRITUAL CENTER 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix 602-978-3200 • UnityPhx.org

We are a friendly, loving, all-inclusive community that honors all paths to God and welcomes all people – regardless of race, beliefs or sexual orientation. Wherever you are in your life's journey, we invite you to visit us and discover your new spiritual home. We inspire people to live better lives. See ad, page 26.

WELLNESS CENTERS ABSOLUTE HEALTH Dr. Sara Penton, DC 8360 E Raintree Dr Ste 135, Scottsdale 480-991-9945 • AbsoluteHealthAz.com Our focus is treating the whole person based on each individual’s needs, using acupuncture, allergy relief, chiropractic, massage, naturopathic, biofeedback and neurofeedback. See ad, page 24.

THE SUMMIT LIGHTHOUSE® OF PHOENIX

4105 N 20th St, Ste 115, Phoenix 480-442-5020 SummitLighthousePhoenix@gmail.com SummitLighthousePhoenix.org Dedicated to sharing Saint Germain’s Violet Flame.

All faiths welcome. Learn how you can become a modern day mystic. We are dedicated to sharing the Teachings of the Ascended Masters® to help you bring in joy and peace to the world. Learn what the requirements are to make your ascension. See ad, page 17.

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