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Finding Joy at the Turning of a New Era
As we near the end of 2025 and the first quarter of the century draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on one theme that has quietly shaped my year more than any other: joy. Not the fleeting kind that arrives with perfect circumstances, but the grounded, steady kind that grows from presence—the kind that glimmers even in the middle of a hectic week or surprises you in the grocery store aisle, or on a sunrise walk when the Catalina Mountains turn pink and gold.
Joy is not something I chase anymore. It is something I practice. It is nourishment. It is a way of paying attention. This year, it carried me through moments of uncertainty and moments of celebration, and through all the ordinary days in between. The landscape of Southern Arizona helps with that. Here, joy feels almost tangible—in the texture of sunlight, in the wide-open sky, in the desert blooms that remind us that beauty thrives even in the harshest conditions.
This month’s issue is a celebration of that spirit. Our feature article on page 18, Cultivating Joy, explores how movement, gratitude, and connection can transform our lives in simple yet powerful ways. On page 17, The Joy of Local Holiday Shopping reminds us that face-to-face moments matter and that human touch is the greatest gift of all during the season of giving. On page 14, When Joy Becomes the Point invites us to reconsider how we measure a life well lived. And on page 20, Cross Training for Holistic Health highlights how a well-rounded movement practice builds energy, resilience, and a joyful relationship with our bodies.
Together, these articles shine a light on something timeless: joy is not frivolous. It is essential. It strengthens us. It brings us back to ourselves. It opens the door to healing and connection.
As we prepare to step into the next quarter-century, I invite you to carry joy with you as both compass and guide. Let it shape your choices. Let it nudge you toward community. Let it remind you to care for your physical body, your emotional landscape, and your spiritual well-being. Let it show you where life is asking you to soften, to expand, or to begin again.
Most of all, let joy root you in gratitude—for the people who lift you up, for the opportunities that stretch you, for the brilliant desert light that reminds us every morning that renewal is always possible.
The future is bright—brighter than we may even realize. And here in Southern Arizona, with our sweeping skies and radiant colors, we are already living in one of the most inspiring places to grow that future.
May this season bring you peace, presence, and the kind of joy that endures.
Thank you for being part of our Natural Awakenings community and for stepping into a new era with open hearts and hopeful spirits.
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The Value of Independent Guidance During Medicare AEP
Having an independent Medicare advisor during the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is one of the most effective ways to ensure you have the right coverage for the year ahead. Each year, Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription drug plans can change premiums, copays, drug formularies, and provider networks. These shifts can significantly affect your healthcare costs, yet sorting through all the options on your own can feel overwhelming.
An independent Medicare advisor offers unbiased support by reviewing plans from multiple insurance carriers—not just one. This broad perspective allows them to identify plans that best match your personal health needs, prescription list, and financial goals. They can point out subtle but important differences between plans, such as changes in drug tiers or network restrictions, that you might miss when reviewing materials on your own.
Because AEP runs only from October 15 to December 7, making timely and well-informed decisions is essential. An independent advisor simplifies the process, explains changes in easy-to-understand terms, and helps ensure you don’t overlook opportunities to save money or improve your coverage. Their guidance reduces stress, saves time, and can even lead to meaningful financial benefits. Ultimately, an independent Medicare advisor helps you make confident, informed choices.
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Quieting the Noise, Opening the Heart
As the new year approaches, many of us feel a mix of hope, fatigue and the desire to begin again with steadiness. From January 9–11, the Tucson Community Meditation Center will offer a supportive space to do just that. Guided by experienced teachers Brian Lesage and Robin Craig, this silent mindfulness retreat invites participants to gently quiet the noise of daily life and reconnect with a grounded sense of presence.
Through sitting and walking meditation, daily instructions, and time for personal reflection, the retreat encourages clarity, compassion and inner balance. The weekend will be held primarily in silence, with periods of soft guidance and opportunities for questions to help deepen your practice.
No prior meditation experience is needed—only a willingness to pause, listen inwardly and be present.
Begin the year with care and intention by remembering the calm that remains beneath the surface of everyday busyness. Whether during this retreat or at any time throughout the year, the Tucson Community Meditation Center welcomes all who seek a place of quiet, strength and renewal in community.
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Psychiatrist, empath and New York Times best-selling author Dr. Judith Orloff believes that sensitive children are gifts to the world, yet they are often misunderstood, shamed or bullied for their differences. Her own childhood experience of being called “overly sensitive” and urged to “get a thicker skin” inspired her latest children’s book, The Highly Sensitive Rabbit, cowritten with author Jennifer Adams and illustrated by Katy Tanis.
The story follows Aurora, a tender cottontail living in the high Sonoran Desert. Deeply attuned to nature and the emotions of those around her, Aurora struggles to connect with her siblings, who label her “too emotional” to join their play. When a flash flood destroys the family’s home, Aurora is overwhelmed by grief and sorrow. Through encounters with other desert animals, she begins to understand that her empathy and sensitivity are not flaws but powerful gifts.
With gorgeous, vivid desert imagery and gentle storytelling, The Highly Sensitive Rabbit provides parents and children with a friendly, empowering resource. The book opens space for conver sations about empathy, acceptance, overwhelming and healthy boundaries, while encouraging children to honor their unique sensitivities. Adults may also find comfort in its message, recognizing the sensitive inner child within themselves.
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“Elemental”
Diva Dee Dee Bridgewater & Pianist Bill Charlap
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By Suzie Agrillo
Tucson has one of the best jazz scenes in the U.S., and a hefty amount of the credit for this goes to Khris Dodge, the Executive and Artistic Director of the HSL Properties Tucson Jazz Festival. The festival is bringing international jazz giant Dee Dee Bridgewater to Tucson. Bridgewater is joining forces with
Over the course of a multifaceted career spanning almost six decades, Grammy and Tony Award winning jazz giant Dee Dee Bridgewater has ascended to the upper echelon of vocalists, putting her unique
spin on standards as well as taking intrepid leaps of faith in re-envisioning jazz classics.
Grammy Award winner Bill Charlap, praised by the New York Times as “masterful” and known for collaborations with Tony Bennett, Diana Krall and Barbra Streisand, is one of today’s foremost interpreters of the Great American Songbook.
“Dee Dee Bridgewater is one of my favorite singers of all time. She’s not only an acclaimed artist; she’s also an amazing person, so I have a good feel for someone who is exceptional,” attests Charlap. “Combined, with the two of them on stage, it feels as if you’ve been invited into their living room for an intimate performance. They exude a powerful and visceral energy,” Dodge says.
The Fox Tucson Theatre provides the perfect venue for these top jazz artists to transcend the listener to an elevated and contemporary jazz experience. Embrace the force of the music at this history making show. Together, these artists will bring music from the duo’s latest album “Elemental” to life, covering everything from intimate ballads to exuberant standards with a chemistry that critics describe as “instantaneous” and “alchemical.”
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In “Elemental”, released in June 2023, Bridgewater and Charlap curate a repertoire that only they can present, exploring a deep understanding of jazz tradition alongside impeccable phrasing and a dynamic musical range. Bridgewater and Charlap showcase their natural pairing as Bridgwater’s gravity defying vocal leaps dance atop Charlap’s jaunty, percolating piano notes.
The prospect of a collaboration between the two was a longshot. They had never worked together prior to their first meeting live on stage in 2019. The initial idea for the collaboration was Bridgewater’s. As is appropriate for a project that has taken on such a mystical aura, the idea arrived out of the blue. The singer explains, “I woke up one morning and a voice said, ‘Bill Charlap.’ I was really quite dumbfounded because it seemed like such an unlikely pairing for me.”
Dee Dee Bridgewater and Bill Charlap
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But one thing Bridgewater has learned over the course of her remarkable nearly six-decade career is to trust that voice. Her broad ranging successes speak for themselves: three GRAMMY Awards, a Tony Award, NEA Jazz Masters Fellow Award, and a Doris Duke Performing Artist Award.
“My perception and my understanding of Bill changed completely after we got together. I knew he was steeped in the American Songbook, but I did not know the degree of his extreme knowledge. I was blown away by Bill’s sensitivity as a pianist, his wealth of knowledge and the references that he can call upon when he’s playing. I mean, he’s an encyclopedia. I have never before in all of my years worked with a musician with whom I could so completely relax and be myself,” Bridgewater notes.
Charlap is quick to return the compliments. “Dee Dee Bridgewater is a giant of a musician. A brilliant vocalist, but just as much an actor, just as much a storyteller, just as much a risk taker. All of that is together in equal parts, with each piece stepping out into the following spot at different moments. That makes her unlike anybody else historically,” Charlap opines.
Like a glass of fine wine, this concert will be a sublime tour-de-force, intertwining virtuosity, emotion and spontaneity into an evening that will linger long after the final note. Charlap says, “The two of us have discovered a kind of musical melding that is completely inexplicable to the untrained ear. We’ve become a gentle force of nature, and people are astounded when they hear it.”
Dee Dee Bridgewater with Bill Charlap will be performing at the Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress, on Friday, January 23, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $56 to $90. Visit FoxTucson.com.
Suzie Agrillo is a freelance writer in Tucson and a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings. She focuses on writing about the arts, inspirational people, and the human connection. Connect at SuzieInTheOldPueblo@gmail.com.
When Joy Becomes the Point
by Deborah Beroset
Iarrived in Ojai with a plan—a detailed, color-coded, highly productive plan. I was housesitting for friends for the month of June, caring for their home, their garden, a soulful Frenchie named Gaston and 11 chatty chickens. In my mind, this was also going to be my creative retreat. I had brought my laptop, my project list and my ambitious content calendar. I intended to be a busy, purposeful worker bee—just in a more beautiful location.
The house had other ideas.
Maybe it was the pixie oranges. Maybe it was the way the morning light fell through the kitchen window. Maybe it was the warm eggs I gathered from the nesting boxes each day, still radiating
with the hens’ body heat. Whatever it was, within three days my careful plan dissolved like sugar in warm tea.
I started doing something I had not done in years: I slowed down. Not performatively. Not as an item on a self-care checklist. I let the days unfold on their own terms.
Mornings became rituals of small, sensory devotions. Gather eggs. Pick oranges straight from the tree and eat them barefoot in the grass, juice slipping down my wrist. Water the garden. Sit with coffee I actually tasted instead of gulped. Watch Gaston sunbathe, fully committed to the art of doing nothing.
The home—consciously created by my friends John and Jack—taught me something essential: Joy is not something we chase or manufacture. It is something we create the conditions for, and then allow.
Every room held a quiet surprise: a curved wall, a perfectly placed object catching the light, spaces that encouraged lingering and noticing. This was not decorative beauty. It was beauty as hospitality—to the people who lived there, and to life itself.
During the second week I had a realization that felt like both relief and reckoning. I had spent most of my adult life treating joy as a reward I had to earn through productivity. Finish the project, hit the deadline, check off the list—then you get to rest. Then you get to feel alive.
But what if that is backward?
What if joy is not the dessert after the meal of real life? What if joy is real life—and all the striving, producing and proving is the break from it?
I began listening for desire instead of obligation. What did I want to do today? Some days the answer was writing. Other days it was arranging flowers or reading for hours under the wisteria-draped pergola. Sometimes I drove into town for wine and cheese and brought it back to eat on the terrace at sunset while the chickens clucked their way to roost.
My natural rhythm, when left alone, was slower than I realized— more spacious, more attuned to beauty and delight than achievement and output. Shockingly, I became more creative, not less. Ideas arrived like gifts. Insights emerged in the white space between activities, in the pauses I usually rush through.
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Midlife keeps trying to teach me this: The second half of life is not about working harder. It is about recognizing—and fiercely protecting—what makes you feel most alive. It is about giving yourself permission to build a life that does not require recovery from.
I thought often about the 11 chickens I cared for. They have one job: be chickens. Scratch in the dirt. Dust-bathe in the afternoon sun. They do not chase productivity goals or optimization strategies. They simply are what they are, fully and without apology. And every morning, the world rewards them with another day of scratching and sunshine.
Before I left Ojai, I stood in the garden at dusk, watching the light turn everything gold. Gaston slept at my feet. The chickens
settled into their evening routine. The garden continued its quiet work—growing, blooming, composting what was finished and making room for what was next.
I thought: This. This is what I want my life to feel like. Not a vacation from real life. Not an escape. But a way of being rooted in beauty, presence and the permission to let desire lead. A life where joy is not the reward for completing the hard parts—it is the texture of the days themselves.
Now that I am home, I am still working and making plans because structure matters, and I like knowing where I’m headed. But last Tuesday I scrapped my afternoon because the light was perfect, and I wanted to sit in it and think. The work still got done. It was better work.
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I used to measure my days by what I accomplished. Now I measure them by how alive I felt. That is not less rigorous. It is simply a different rigor.
The chickens are still scratching in Ojai. Gaston is still sunbathing. And I am here, learning to follow joy as though it knows exactly where it is going.
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Eco-Smart E-Waste
by Natural Awakenings staff
Decluttering tech can be liberating, and doing it right benefits the environment. Electronic waste (e-waste), including obsolete or broken computers, televisions, home appliances and phones, contains hazardous materials such as mercury, beryllium and lead that can contaminate waterways and soil if not discarded properly.
The United Nations Institute for Training and Research reports that e-waste generation is outpacing recycling by five times, with less than 25 percent recycled globally. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, recycling 1 million laptops saves enough energy to power more than 3,500 homes each year. Recycling or reselling our old devices not only reduces greenhouse gas emissions, but also can earn us some extra money.
Responsible Disposal Tips
• Before buying a replacement, consider repairing a device to extend its lifespan.
• Sell devices on platforms like Poshmark. com or eBay.com.
• Recycle electronics responsibly. Check the Electronics Recycling Coordination Clearinghouse (eCycleClearinghouse.org) for state-specific e-waste laws.
• Use Earth911.com or e-Stewards.org to find nearby recycling centers that accept electronics.
• Avoid buying devices designed to become obsolete, such as those with nonreplaceable batteries, proprietary chargers and sealed hardware.
• Use the e-waste recycling programs at retailers like Best Buy, Staples and Goodwill.
• Use Call2Recycle.org to locate battery recycling options.
• Visit TerraCycle.com for hard-to-recycle items like cords and headphones.
• Attend local e-waste collection events organized by cities, schools and libraries.
• Before recycling, selling or donating a device, remember to back up data, delete personal information, remove batteries and SIM cards, and gather chargers and accessories for recycling.
The Joy of Local Holiday Shopping
Making the Most of the Human Touch
by Marlaina Donato
There is something special about stepping into the cozy warmth of a coffeehouse, sampling the latest offerings at the bakery or discovering a rare edition at the local bookshop. Our hometowns, like their people, have a unique spirit, and shopping locally during the holiday is a full-sensory delight. “Online shopping is convenient, but nothing beats an in-person interaction and seeing how happy a local business owner gets when you purchase something,” says Jacqueline De Leeuw, a fine artisan and owner of the thrift store Comfy Komodo, in Newton, New Jersey.
Despite Adobe Analytics reporting that American consumers spent $241.4 billion online during last year’s holidays, CapitalOne’s research shows that 45 percent still prefer in-store shopping. This preference is driven by convenience, easy product comparison and a more enjoyable experience. Local stores offer shorter lines, fewer crowds, meaningful options and a chance to reduce our carbon footprint. The
American Independent Business Alliance states that for every $100 spent at an independent business, $50 or more remains in the local economy, boosting prosperity, jobs and donations to local organizations.
Finding Treasures With Friends
Discovering local treasures provides social nourishment and counteracts our screendependent lifestyles. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, social connection benefits long-term physical and mental health. “Talking with the folks who grow your food or make your gifts is almost extinct in our world. Farmers markets have revived that,” says Darlene Wolnik, senior project manager for the Farmers Market Coalition, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Fulfilling our senses with artisanal breads, seasonal produce freshly harvested from local soil and maple syrup tapped from nearby trees reconnects us with real life.
From hand-poured candles to artful ornaments, small businesses offer unique finds. Shopping can extend beyond purchases to include meeting friends for lunch or enjoying seasonal treats. The holidays are the perfect excuse to indulge in local fair-trade chocolates, regional wines, craft beers or small-batch gourmet coffees. “Nothing is better than meeting with family or friends and seeing where the day takes you, exploring local shops,” muses De Leeuw.
Wolnik agrees, suggesting, “You can make a morning of it and shop the entire town or Main Street before or after your farmers
market visit.” She recommends checking if vendors offer holiday crafts. “A lot of farmers knit, weave and do woodworking. Also, many markets use a wooden token system to process card payments. If your market does that, buy tokens for friends, wrapped with a ribbon and a market flyer.”
Keeping It Local Year-Round
After the gifts and festivities, adopting inspiring habits can kickstart a new year. Choosing to shop locally more often positively impacts the environment because small businesses typically source their products regionally, reducing transit emissions.
Knowing the names of local servers, shopkeepers and baristas fosters a vibrant network of community engagement, enriching our everyday lives with meaning and a sense of belonging. “My favorite thing about supporting local shops is really connecting with the owners or the workers—finding out their story, how they started and what brought them here,” adds De Leeuw.
Creating monthly or weekly local shopping rituals can enhance family life or jazzup date nights. Buying healthier bread at the bakery or herbal soap from a neighborhood artisan are simple ways to sustain the backyard economy while enjoying a slower, more relaxed pace and remaining open to the wonders along the way.
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Cultivating Joy
How Movement, Gratitude and Connection
Transform Our Lives
by Hannah Tytus
“Discovering more joy does not, I’m sorry to say, save us from the inevitability of hardship and heartbreak. In fact, we may cry more easily, but we will laugh more easily, too. Perhaps we are just more alive,” reflected the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu in The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World, where he shared wisdom alongside the Dalai Lama.
Joy invites us to be more alive. It surfaces through awareness, connection and acceptance of the present moment, exactly as it is. As winter days grow shorter and the year draws to a close, this is a wonderful time to explore what joy truly is, the things that block it and how it can be reclaimed. Ultimately, joy is not a reward for a perfect
life, but a way of being that reminds us to embody our full humanity. Though sometimes fleeting, joy can be profoundly sustaining.
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“Joy is much bigger than happiness,” asserted Tutu. “While happiness is often seen as being dependent on external circumstances, joy is not.” This mindset—rooted in both heart and spirit—aligns closely with the Dalai Lama’s vision that genuine fulfillment comes from recognizing the deep interconnectedness of all living beings. Joy is an embodied emotion that is distinct from happiness. Happiness is stable, evaluative and may reflect broader life satisfaction—a contentment with one’s career, finances, family, romantic relationships or personal fulfillment—while joy is experienced in the present moment. It is intense, yet fleeting.
In a study conducted in 2025 and published in the International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being, researchers interviewed 14 adults about their experiences of joy. The findings explain joy as a complex emotion shaped by individual, relational and cultural contexts. According to the research, joy is intense, transcendent and deeply felt—often arising spontaneously in response to meaningful experiences or connections.
In contrast, happiness encompasses a broader spectrum, exhibiting greater stability, and is associated with life satisfaction and contentment. Participants described joy as a somatic experience, identifying sensations such as “a rush of warmth and lightness throughout the body,” “electricity,” “a bubbling up,” and “tingling sensations,” accompanied by “the urge to move, smile and embrace others.” These visceral reactions often accompanied moments of intense connection, awe and accomplishment.
If joy is felt through the body, movement itself becomes a doorway to experience it more fully. This cultivation of joy is the cornerstone of Jennifer Joy Jiménez’s life’s work. A pioneer in integrative movement and founder of the Brave Thinking Institute’s Health & Well-Being Division, she developed TranscenDANCE, a conscious dance modality for all ages and mobility levels designed to improve mental, emotional and physical health through inspiring music, body positivity and free-form movement.
Conscious dance is any form of movement that emphasizes mindfulness, inner exploration and emotional release rather than performance or choreography. Although these transformative movement practices have existed for thousands of years, Jiménez laments that for many Americans, dance may be confined to weddings, occasional outings or fitness classes, leaving little room for the expressive and emotive daily practice that “allows our soul-self to move our human self.”
Jiménez asserts, “Just a few minutes of dancing releases the happy hormones, offering a DOSE [dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin and endorphins] that shifts our mood better than any antidepressant.” Scientific evidence supports this assertion. A 2024 meta-analysis published in The BMJ analyzed 218 clinical trials, demonstrating that dance was more effective in alleviating depression symptoms
than walking, yoga, strength training and even traditional antidepressants.
The Social Nexus Joy thrives on connection. While it can arise in solitude, it naturally expands most effectively through relationships and shared humanity. When individuals feel seen, supported and part of something larger than themselves, their sense of well-being deepens.
The 2024 World Happiness Report identifies social support as one of the strongest predictors of life satisfaction. Similarly, the Harvard Study of Adult Development—one of the longest-running longitudinal studies of human health—has shown that healthy, fulfilling relationships are the single greatest predictors of both longevity and life satisfaction.
This growing body of research underscores that social connection shapes health across our lifespan. Individuals that maintain meaningful relationships exhibit lower risks of cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, infections, cognitive decline and depression compared to those that are lonely. When people share laughter, empathy or a sense of belonging, they exhibit improvements to their nervous system and immune function, as well as an expanded capacity to experience joy.
Isolation’s Impact
While connection nurtures joy, disconnection erodes it. In The Book of Joy, the Dalai Lama identified loneliness as one of the most significant obstacles to joy, emphasizing that it arises not from isolation itself, but from a mindset of separation. A person can live alone in the wilderness and still feel content, while another may feel lonely in a crowded room. Loneliness, he suggests, emerges when the heart closes— when anger, fear or stress obscure the ability to perceive warmth in others.
Many modern experiences reinforce this sense of separation. Chronic stress, fatigue, poverty and depression all constrict the emotional space needed for joy. Cultural ideals built around constant happiness add another layer of strain. Researchers describe how placing pressure on ourselves to be
perpetually positive leads us to suppress authentic emotion, rather than cultivate genuine contentment. The Dalai Lama observed that persistent anxiety keeps the mind spinning in worry, unable to rest in presence.
Emotional avoidance further narrows the capacity for joy. According to the 2024 World Happiness Report, individuals that intentionally process difficult experiences report a 40 percent increase in life satisfaction. Gratitude research suggests the reason behind this phenomenon: Recognizing joy requires openness and receptivity. When individuals soften their defenses and allow life’s full range of emotion, they create space for joy to return.
Cultivating Gratitude
Adopting an attitude of gratitude is one of the best ways to cultivate joy. Recognized by the Dalai Lama as one of the “8 Pillars of Joy”, gratitude has been shown to enhance the capacity to perceive joy in everyday life. Gratitude increases joy, and joy, in turn, increases gratitude in an upward spiral of positive disposition. A 2018 study published in The Journal of Positive Psychology revealed that when the participants practiced gratitude regularly, it became part of their natural disposition. Participants that exhibited greater gratitude also experienced heightened levels of joy.
Jiménez notes that cultivating gratitude— and therefore joy—is not just a matter of responding to positive circumstances. “There is a difference between gratitude for and gratitude in. It’s easy to be grateful for positive windfalls like winning the lottery
or receiving a nice gift. But when something challenging happens, such as a loved one receiving a serious medical diagnosis, how can we be grateful in that moment for the gift that lies in the wisdom of that situation?” Viewing challenging events as lessons with the potential for wisdom and healing helps us cultivate a more resilient kind of gratitude.
As Tutu and the Dalai Lama teach, joy is not the absence of struggle but the presence of heart. It lives in the body, grows through connection and deepens through gratitude. To reclaim it, we must soften the grip of perfection, release the myth of constant happiness and allow space for both laughter and tears.
Jiménez reminds us that joy is something to be practiced—not achieved—through movement, mindfulness and a willingness to feel. Gratitude becomes the bridge that turns awareness into aliveness, inviting us to notice what was there all along. When people pause long enough to be present, they discover that joy does not need to be sought. It simply needs to be welcomed.
Hannah Tytus is an integrative health coach, researcher and content creator for KnoWEwell, P.B.C., as well as a former writer at the National Institutes of Health.
Cross Training for Holistic Health
Advantages of a Well-Rounded Exercise Routine
by Jordan Peschek, RN-BSN
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans advises adults to engage in at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise weekly, along with muscle-strengthening activities for major muscle groups at least twice a week.
Cross training is a powerful approach that combines aerobic and strength training into one dynamic routine, helping individuals reach their physical fitness goals more efficiently. According to Dawn Coleman, an American Council on Exercise-certified personal trainer in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, “Cross training benefits greatly outweigh focusing on one
particular type of training. By creating multiple stimuli for the body, you allow it to adapt quickly to input, prevent injuries and allow the body to be prepared for the unknown scenario.”
Benefits of Diversified Workouts
For everyone, regardless of age or ability, integrating aerobic or cardiovascular exercise with resistance or strength training offers many health benefits, including reduced stress, better sleep, improved self-esteem, enhanced immune function and heart health, as well as beneficial bone mass and body weight. Despite these advantages, many may be hesitant to start cross training due to uncertainty about where to begin.
For example, a regular jogger might not know which strength exercises to pair with their running routine, while gym-goers lifting weights may be reluctant to add cardio. Whether someone is a competitive runner aiming to prevent injury and build strength or a non-athlete looking to optimize health as they age, combining both strength and cardiovascular training is a fun and effective choice.
“I see a lot of overtraining-related injuries when athletes fail to diversify from their sport,” says Tessa Kothe, a practitioner in Colorado Springs with a Ph.D. in physical therapy. “Clients who implement cross training tend to end up more robust, healthier and recover from their injuries much faster than those who do not diversify their training.”
Building Strength and Endurance
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) Integrated Fitness Training (IFT) Model provides four training phases, depending on the abilities and goals of an individual. Beginners, for example, ease into exercises that enhance postural stability, core activation and static balance with exercises such as planks, single-leg stands with core contraction and a heel-to-toe walk with a three-second pause after each step, respectively. Additional exercises are gradually introduced to enhance a person’s health and function, with a focus on five primary movements:
1. Bending and lifting (squats)
2. Single-leg movement (lunges)
3. Pushing (bench press, push-ups and triceps extensions)
4. Pulling (pull-ups, one-arm rows and bicep curls)
5. Spinal rotation (lying knee-to-chest twists and planks with side-to-side twists)
Once these more advanced exercises can be performed safely in the correct form, then weight or resistance is added. The final phase of the ACE IFT Model involves performance training with functional movements that incorporate load, movement and speed to boost agility, quickness and power.
Cross training combines strength and cardiorespiratory benefits into a single workout by alternating between strength-based and aerobic activities, engaging multiple systems in the body. It appeals to those that value a holistic wellness approach due to its adaptability. Sessions can be tailored to individual needs, energy levels, wellness goals and time constraints. By choosing enjoyable and convenient exercises, we can avoid monotony and increase the likelihood of making them a regular part of life.
A cross training day might include a hike with weighted walking poles or a 15-minute yoga flow followed by a workout with light resistance bands. Another example is combining 10 to 20 minutes of rowing or stair climbing with 20 minutes of core work, squats and lunges.
During aerobic activities like walking, running, biking or swimming, ACE recommends beginning with 20 to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise at a pace that allows easy conversation, then gradually adding longer workouts, intervals, increased speed or higher intensity.
For newcomers to cross training, begin with two sessions per week, alternating 15 minutes of strength training with 15 to 20
minutes of cardio or mobility work. This can be gradually increased to meet the recommended weekly physical activity guidelines.
Tips for Success
• Listen to the body. Each day is different. Honor energy levels and prioritize form and safety over intensity.
• Fuel and recover well. Whole foods, hydration and ample sleep are essential for muscle repair and sustained energy.
• Keep it simple. Basic tools like a yoga mat, jump rope or pair of dumbbells are often all that is needed to get started.
• Seek community. Group classes, virtual platforms or one-onone guidance can provide structure, proper form instruction and encouragement.
Cross training is more than just a workout plan; it is a practice of self-care, strength and sustainability. For those embracing holistic living, this style of movement aligns well with long-term wellness goals. It is about cultivating a resilient, vibrant body and mind that can carry us through the decades with grace.
Jordan Peschek has a background in personal training, yoga instruction and mental health nursing. She publishes the Milwaukee and Twin Cities editions of Natural Awakenings.
The Heart Work of Kin-Keeping
Transforming Family Responsibilities Into a Shared Experience
by Hannah Tytus
The holidays can be a celebration of joy and family time, but for many, they are also a marathon of invisible labor. Someone has to hold it all together, planning meals, wrapping gifts, coordinating visits and meeting everyone’s expectations. Health psychologist Kari Leibowitz, author of How to Winter, notes, “The holidays are when we get wrapped up in shoulds—I should do this, or I’ve always done it this way. But things feel joyful only when the person carrying the load feels joyful, too.” That person managing everything amid the chaos is the family kin-keeper.
In 1985, sociologist Carolyn Rosenthal coined the term “kinkeeping” to describe the often-invisible work of maintaining family bonds: remembering birthdays, organizing holidays, coordinating visits and keeping everyone connected. A kin-keeper serves as the connective tissue across generations.
Kin-keeping work is rarely assigned; it is quietly assumed across families. The burden falls disproportionately on women, often passing from mother to daughter. Rosenthal’s concept builds on a long history of women’s unpaid labor in the home. Across cultures, someone—usually a woman—has been expected to weave the social fabric, whether through cooking, hosting or mediating family ties. These roles often arose out of necessity but hardened into expectations. This important work demands time, intention and skill. It intensifies during the holidays when meals must be coordinated, gifts tracked and gatherings orchestrated. Even
when roles are unspoken, someone absorbs the relational labor, becoming the family magic-maker.
Kin-keeping is critical for family cohesion. 2023 research published in Sex Roles shows that having a dedicated kin-keeper strengthens intergenerational bonds, encourages rituals and sustains relationships over time. Yet this labor is often unseen, underappreciated and unevenly distributed. Mothers, stepmothers and other female relatives frequently inherit the role, even in blended or post-divorce families. Step-relatives often find themselves bridging fractured family ties, carrying emotional work they never chose—work that can lead to stress, burnout and resentment. Kin-keepers can feel trapped by societal expectations to do it right, even when it hurts.
Sharing Family Responsibilities
Reimagining kin work begins by naming it. Recognizing the role and seeing it clearly allows the labor to be set down or shared when it feels heavy or disempowering. To make healthy changes, burdened kin-keepers can ask themselves how they might act from a place of loving intention rather than obligation.
Making invisible labor visible is another key step. Families can talk openly about who does what and acknowledge that sustaining a family is more than cooking meals or paying bills. It is emotional and relational work. Sharing responsibilities can lighten the load; one person can plan the meal, another take on decorations and a third handle travel logistics. Intentionally involving men and children in tasks helps create a more equitable distribution of labor.
Creating New Traditions
Joy can be reclaimed by letting go of rituals that no longer serve the family, creating new traditions rooted in current realities and needs, and inviting others to co-create meaningful moments. Releasing the need for perfection will also offer relief from stringent responsibilities and create space for simple pleasures and joy. “When people look back on holidays, they rarely remember a perfectly cooked chicken or flawless table setting,” says Leibowitz. “They remember the wreath falling and everyone laughing together. The small, imperfect moments are what last.”
Kin-keeping is powerful because it holds families together. Those that take on this role can be proud of the heart work they do because it is precious. Yet this labor should not come at the cost of one person’s well-being. This season, we can ask what we want to carry and what we can set down. Healing begins by recognizing what was inherited and consciously choosing what to pass on. The magic of the holidays comes alive when care is rooted in fulfillment and agency rather than obligation. Kin-keeping is an act of love—but love does not have to mean doing it all alone.
Hannah Tytus is an integrative health coach, researcher and content creator for KnoWEwell, P.B.C., as well as a former writer at the National Institutes of Health.
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Mark Your Calendar
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training –Winter Immersion
December 1 • 9am-4pm
The Yoga Connection has trained teachers for 35+ years. This online and livestream course offers hands-on training, yoga philosophy, anatomy, pranayama, meditation, and teaching skills. Small groups, expert mentors, payment plans available.
Cost: $3,250 ($2,925 for early full payment)
The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 • YogaConnection.org
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Addressing Plantar Fasciitis
December 4 • 6-7pm
1 CE hour for RN, LMT Live on YouTube and Facebook JustTouch.com/product/ health-condition-workshop/ Bio-Touch Meetup & Practice
January 10 • 9-11am 5634 E Pima St Bio-TouchDoveMounatin.com/meetup
Bio-Touch Practitioner Training
January 20 • 9am-4:30pm Live / Online
10 Hours of CE for nurses, doulas, and massage therapists. Justtouch.com/product/virtualpractitioner-training-step-1
Tuesday, December 9
Channeled Personal Readings – 7:30-8:30pm. Seek counsel for your life’s journey or ask about a loved one who has passed over. Group session. Each person may ask a question. $20. Unity Church, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl, Annex Bldg, Classroom #2. Dawn Rataczak 520-425-7286.
Saturday, December 13
Restorative Relaxation & Crystal Singing Bowls – 1:30-2:30pm. Restorative session with crystal bowls, gentle stretching and supportive yoga to release tension, calm the nervous system and foster peace. Preregistration encouraged. $15. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.
BICAS 28th Annual Art Auction – 5-9pm. Allages event with food drinks entertainment and silent bidding on unique bicycle art supporting transportation accessibility through local artists. $10-$15. BICAS, 2001 N 7th Ave. 520-628-7950. BICAS.org/art/auction.
Tucson Astrologers’ Guild Party: Upcoming in 2026 Slideshow – 6-10pm. Share food and enjoy announcements and presentations by Susie Cox and Gael Chilson on planetary themes for 2026. No charge. ASAOM & Han University of Traditional Medicine, 2856 E Fort Lowell Rd. TucsonAstrologersGuild.org.
Sunday, December 14
Intro to MELT – 1-2:30pm. With Ann Ramsey. Free intro class using soft rollers and treatment balls to reduce pain inflammation and stress while learning simple at-home wellness techniques. $15. MeltMethod.com. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.
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Sunday, December 21
Native American Winter Solstice – 2-3:30pm. Sacred Winter Solstice ceremony with Native flute drumming prayer and stillness, honoring reflection and deep listening in a contemplative spiritual gathering. Learn more at TonyRedhouse. net. $25-$30. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.
Tuesday, December 23
Christmas Meditation at Ananda – 10am-12pm. It’s a Christmas time custom for Ananda folk to prepare for the holy time with a focus on Christ. Ananda Tucson Meditation Center, 1002 E. Prince Rd. AnandaTucson.org.
Thursday, December 25
Christmas Yoga by Donation – 10-11:15am. Gentle practice to open body, mind and spirit easing holiday stress with deep breathing and slow movement for full physical, emotional and spiritual release. Space is limited. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.
Saturday, December 27
Holiday Stress-free Renewal Workshop –1-2:30pm. With Michelle Arriola, RYT 200. Gentle post-holiday yoga with movement breathwork and guided relaxation to release stress restore balance and begin the New Year grounded and refreshed. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-3231222. YogaConnection.org.
Sunday, December 28
Guest Ministers at Ananda Tucson – 11-12:35am. Visiting Ministers from Ananda Village will offer a special Sunday Service and music. Ananda Tucson Meditation Center, 1002 E. Prince Rd. RSVP: 520697-5982. AnandaTucson.org.
Wednesday, December 31
New Years Eve Gong Bath – 3-4:30pm. New Year’s Eve sound healing with Earth Gong and Tibetan bowls to release the past set 2026 intentions and restore balance. Meditate journal or relax. Led by Danielle “Rain” Dvorak. Registration required. $25-$30. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520323-1222. YogaConnection.org.
New Year’s Eve Celebration at Ananda –6-7:45pm. New Year’s special service. Let go of all that you no longer wish to hold on to. Special music and good vibrations. Ananda Tucson Meditation Center, 1002 E. Prince Rd. 520-6975982. AnandaTucson.org.
Thursday, January 1
New Year’s Day Intention Setting Ceremony with Cacao Ceremony and Voice – 3-5pm. With Joseph Moffitt and Casey Shaw. Vocal resonance breath, ceremonial cacao and gentle postures to awaken the body and open the heart. Registration required. $40. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.
Ongoing Events
Daily
Warmpool Peaceful Floating – 10am-6pm. 90 min, by appt. Wednesdays-Saturdays. Santa Rita Springs invites you to float in our indoor warm pool. $20/solo/duet; $35/3-5 guests. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Text: 520-990-1857. SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.
Sunday
First Sunday Antique Vintage Fair – 8am-2pm. First Sunday. Over 100 vendors, great deals and a beautiful park. No better way to spend your Sunday. Medella Vina Ranch, 4450 S Houghton. 520-298-1983.
Sitting Together, a Morning of Meditation Practice – 8:30am-12pm. First Sunday. Spacious morning of meditation, walking and connection. Join for any part. Shared silence and stillness, offered on a donation basis. All are welcome. Tucson Community Meditation Center, 1147 N Howard Blvd. TucsonMeditation.org.
Sunday Morning Silent Meditation TCMC –8:30-9:20am. Second and fourth Sundays. Join our Sunday morning meditation with John—open to all levels. Sit in stillness deepen practice and connect in community afterward. All are welcome. Offered on Donation Basis. Tucson Community Meditation Center, 1147 N Howard Blvd. TucsonMeditation.org.
Unity of Tucson Spiritual Center Sunday Celebration – 9:15-10:30am. Our purpose is to provide a safe, inclusive space for exploring New Thought principles to master understanding, find purpose and develop a spiritual path. Unity of Tucson Spiritual Center, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-577-3300. UnityTucson.com.
Center for Spiritual Living Tucson Sunday Celebration Service – 11am-12:15pm. With Rev. Rhonda Tretsven. An inclusive spiritual alternative offering spiritual solutions to everyday challenges. Meditation: 10:30am. By donation. CSL Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-319-1042. CSLT911@ gmail.com. TucsonCSL.org.
Church of Mankind Services – 2-3:30pm. Services every Sunday at 2pm and Thursday at 7:30pm. We have scripture, laying on of hands healing and Holy Spirit Communication in every service. Church of Mankind, 1231 S Van Buren Ave. Unity of Tucson at Saddlebrooke – 4-5pm. Fourth Sunday. Unity of Tucson hosts a monthly Celebration Service at the Desert View Performing Arts Center—music, message and spiritual community. Desert View Preforming Arts Center, 39900 S Clubhouse Dr. 520-818-1000. UnityTucson.com. Govinda's Sunday Feast and Bhakti Program –5:30pm. 7pm ten-course feast. Govinda’s Hare Krishna temple and vegetarian restaurant hosts a wonderful program. No charge. Govinda’s Natural Foods, 711 E Blacklidge. 520-792-0630. GovindasOfTucson.com.
Monday
WATSU Aqua Massage – 10am. With Katelyn Schombert. LMT. WATSU is aquatic bodywork combining warm water and shiatsu to unwind trauma, pain and stress. MossWATSU@gmail.com or text 520-627-5277 to schedule. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. SantaRitaSprings.com.
Meaning & Mortality: Creative Conversation and Tucson Friendly & Fearless Death Café – 4:307pm. First Monday. Safe, respectful Death Cafe conversations aim to increase awareness of death. Hosted by Isabel Amorous. No charge. Ward 2, 7820 E Broadway. Facebook.com/TucsonDeathCafe. Meditating In Community, with Blake Barton – 6-7:15pm. Each class will begin with 30-40 minutes of guided meditation. All levels welcome. $5-10 per class or $20-40 per month by donation. Tucson Community Meditation Center, 1147 N Howard Blvd. Offerings.TucsonMeditation.org.
Tuesday
WATSU Aqua Massage – 10am. With Katelyn Schombert. LMT. WATSU is aquatic bodywork combining warm water and shiatsu to unwind trauma, pain and stress. MossWATSU@gmail.com or text 520-627-5277 to schedule. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. SantaRitaSprings.com. Mindfulness Yoga – 10-11:15am. Each class includes guided relaxation, mindful movement and seated practice, suitable for all levels. Bring a yoga mat if you have one. Suggested donation: $7–$15. Tucson Community Meditation Center, 1147 N Howard Blvd. Offerings.TucsonMeditation.org. Women of Wisdom – 11:30am-1pm. We are a group of women that desire to grow spiritually and to deepen our wisdom as we walk life’s path. Women of Wisdom (WOW) is an in-person group only. By donation. Center for Spiritual Living Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-319-1042. CSLT911@gmail.com. CSLTucson.org.
Tuesday Peer-led Silent Meditation Sit – 5-6pm. Join a quiet in-person meditation with Barry Reflow and Molly McKasson. Together, cultivate stillness, clarity and connection in supportive community through shared silence. By donation. Tucson Community Meditation Center, 1147 N Howard Blvd. Offerings.TucsonMeditation.org.
Gratitude Rainshower – 6:30-7pm. Fourth Tuesday. Experience a 30-minute gratitude rain shower with Licensed CSL Practitioners and others. Share your gratitudes and bask in the effervescence. No Charge. Contact CSLT911@gmail.com for Zoom access information. TucsonCSL.org.
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Taizé
First Tuesday of the month 6:45-7:30pm
Taize is a service of prayer, singing, music, contemplative readings, meditation and intentional silence. No charge.
St. Michael's Episcopal Church 602 N Wilmot Rd, 85710
Contact Steve Wagner
Text: 520-400-2137
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Thriving ~ Together – 6:30-7:30pm. Join by Zoom or in-person at TCMC. This weekly class blends meditation, restorative tools and neuroscience to support balance, resilience, and well-being. All levels welcome. By donation. Tucson Community Meditation Center, 1147 N Howard Blvd. Offerings. TucsonMeditation.org.
Death, Dying, Near Death Experiences and Thoughts About the Afterlife – 7-8:30pm. First, third and fifth Tuesday. Join David Swift for a biweekly Zoom discussion. No charge. Zoom link email ArizonaParanormalTimes@gmail.com or text 520-683-4494.
Wednesday
All-levels Yoga Class – 9-10am. Harrison Hills Mobile Park, 4675 S Harrison Rd. Must register to receive gate code via text. $11 dropin. Register: BlissfullyBe.com.
Virtual Tucson Friendly & Fearless Death Café – 10-11:30am. First Wednesday. Safe, respectful Death Cafe conversations aim to increase awareness of death. No agenda, counseling, or therapy. No charge. Visit Facebook.com/Tucson DeathCafe for Zoom link.
Ai Chi with Connie Seddon – 10-11:15am. Guided aquatic moving meditation. Calms thoughts and nerves, gently stretches muscles, improves balance, range of motion and energy, while standing in 96 degree saltwater indoor pool. $20/class. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-245-6616 or ConnieSeddon@gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.
Aquacize with Rebecca Lennon – 12-1:15pm. Join us in a 96-degree private indoor salt water pool for a safe, head to toe aquatic workout focusing on strength, balance and joint mobility. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-444-8636 or B43Lennon@aol.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.
Mindfulness and Loving kindness with Chuong Tran – 6pm. Explore Shinzen Young’s “Five Ways” meditation with Chuong Tran, blending creativity, love, and skillful awareness. By donation. Tucson Community Meditation Center, 1147 N Howard Blvd. Offerings.TucsonMeditation.org.
Thursday
Aqua Strong at Santa Rita Springs – 1011:30am. Improve mobility and strength in 96-degree heated saltwater pool with certified personal trainer leading this full body workout and gentle stretching. $20/class. Sharon Powell: 520-3316562. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. SantaRitaSprings.com.
Sadhana, Yoga & Meditation – 11am-12:30pm. Energization exercises followed by Yoga with trained instructor. Each pose has an affirmation that goes with it. A chant and Meditation follow. Ananda Tucson Meditation Center, 1002 E. Prince Rd. 520-697-5982. AnandaTucson.org.
The most precious thing I have to give is my time.
—Silvia Hartmann
Ongoing
Events
Mindfull Aquatics – 12-1pm. While mindfully moving in warm, healing salt water, we learn ways to calm the mind, regain mobility and strengthen the body. Brain Gym and Psych-K are used. With Becca Howard, LPC, CCHT: 520-869-2327. $20, $70/month. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-990-1857. SantaRitaSprings.com.
Community Clinic Acupuncture – 5-8:15pm. This is a great way to try acupuncture out for the first time or to add additional treatments to your plan. $10. Arizona School of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, 2856 E Fort Lowell. 520795-5999. ASAOM.edu.
Heart of Recovery-Sarpashana – 6-7:30pm. Heart of Recovery offers meditation, readings and open sharing in a safe, supportive space. All are welcome. For more information contact Linda at 520-305-1764 or Gary at 520-850-7300. By donation. Tucson Community Meditation Center, 1147 N Howard Blvd. Offerings.TucsonMeditation.org. Artist’s Way Classes – 6-8:30pm. Connect, create and discover your authentic self with The Artist’s Way. Morning and evening sessions at Aldea and Oro Valley. $320 for eight-week class. Aldea Spiritual Community, 8800 N La Cañada Dr. Excoveries.com.
Yin Yoga Class – 7-8pm. Waterfall Yoga believes in a holistic approach that incorporates nature, sound healing, meditation, breathwork and physical postures to bring balance to your body. $20 per person. Waterfall Yoga, 3460 W Peterson Pl. 520-275-1915. WaterfallYoga.net.
Friday
Paranormal Friday – 5:30-8pm.Third Fridays. Guest speakers plus dinner and networking with other paranormal enthusiasts. Kettle Restaurant Meeting Room 748 W Star Pass Blvd. 248-497-5869. Get tickets here: TucsonParanormalSociety.com.
Saturday
Mini Psychic Fair – 10am-1pm. 1st Sat. We offer a variety of spiritual readings. Seashells, egyptian sand, rocks, abstract art, sparkle, psychometry and tea readings. Church of Mankind, 1231 S Van Buren Ave. Chant and Meditation – 10-11:30am. First and third Saturdays. No charge. Ananda Tucson Meditation Center, 1002 E. Prince Rd. AnandaTucson.org. Tucson Metaphysics Fair – 10am-4pm. Fourth Saturday. Fourth Saturday. Mediums, psychics, angelic and tarot, astrology, palm reading, divination, reiki and much more. Prices vary. Mystic Cavern Metaphysical, 6546 E 22nd St. 520-4056062. TucsonMetaphysicsFair.com.
Aquacize with Rebecca Lennon – 12-1:15pm. 96-degree private indoor salt water pool for a safe, head to toe aquatic workout, focusing on strength, balance and joint mobility. Free trial class. $200/8-consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-444-8636 or B43Lennon@aol.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.
See INTUITIVE, HEALING ARTS & YOGA on page 15.
Community Resource Guide
Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email Holly@NaturalTucson.com to request our media kit. Check out our online directory at NaturalTucson.com and enter your free online listing.
Acupuncture
ARIZONA SCHOOL OF ACUPUNCTURE & ORIENTAL MEDICINE
2856 E Fort Lowell Rd, 85716 520-795-5999 • ASAOM.EDU
Traditional Chinese Medicine is one of the fastest growing health professions today and joining integrative medicine worldwide. ASAOM offers four Masters level Programs. Come experience clinical treatments at affordable prices. Learn about Acupuncture, Bodywork, Cupping, Guasha, Chinese Herbs and Nutrition.
CATALINA ACUPUNCTURE
Nathan Anderson, LAc 3208 E Fort Lowell Rd, Ste 106, 85716 520-999-0080
CatalinaAcupunctureTucson.com
Nathan Anderson, LAc treats chronic and acute pain and illness. In addition to his practice, Nathan is faculty at the Arizona School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and fellowship faculty with the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine. Insurance Accepted. See ad, page 8.
SACRED CHRYSALIS
ACU-MED CLINIC
Dr. Lillea T. Ellisian, D.Ac, L.Ac, Dipl.Ac 7596 N La Cholla Blvd, 85741 970-585-6238
ColdLaserAcupuncture.com
Now accepting new patients! Offering full-body clinical acupuncture, laser-acupuncture, functional nutrition, Asian bodywork, botanicals & natural homeopathic injections. Doors open to all, with veteran/service member discounts. Expert care by board-certified, licensed practitioner of Eastern Integrative Medicine. Heal naturally – book today!
Aesthetics & Medspa
ADVANCED DERMACARE
Diane D Lowery 7484 N LaCholla Blvd, 85741
520-888-3955
AdvancedDermaCare.com
Where Science Meets Soulful Radiance, we offer more than skincare—we offer sanctuary. From DiamondTip facials to herbal-infused hydration, salt therapy to red light rejuvenation, every treatment is a love letter to your skin and spirit. Your radiance begins here. See ad, page 12.
PAMPERED SKIN & SOUL STUDIO
Suzanne Pear, RN PhD, LE COE CQH 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109 • PamperedSkinStudio.com
If you believe less is more, Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) is the Nurse-Aesthetician for you. She provides customized nature-based, holistic skin rejuvenation therapies for all skin types, ethnicities and sensitivities while educating you about your skin concerns and care. See ad, page 10.
Aqua Therapy
SANTA RITA SPRINGS
Dorothy Richmond, LMT since 1983 2301 N Santa Rita Ave, 85719 Aquatic Massage • Jin Shin Jyutsu Craniosacral Therapy • Watsu Integrative Massage 520-990-1857 • SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com
Water is life… 80-minutes of Bliss. Immersed in heavenly 96-degree saltwater inside our poolhouse, receive massage, shiatsu, energy work, great stretches, flowing movement and maybe Aquatic Craniosacral Therapy to deliciously unwind trauma and strain patterns. See ad, page 8.
Astrology
KEY OCHO
The Chiron Guide
Key@KeyOcho.com • TheChironGuide.com
Key Ocho, The Chiron Guide, offers personalized spiritual coaching for seekers who are ready to heal emotional wounds through Chiron in their birth chart. Her signature Wounded Healer sessions blend intuitive insight, sound healing, and sacred tools to help you reclaim clarity, purpose and wholeness.
Support for your busy lifestyle. BodyTalk practitioner Sol Pags helps women self-regulate without disrupting daily life through BodyTalk energy healing and intuition coaching. BodyTalk considers the wholeperson for lasting balance and well-being.
Bodywork
SYLVIA BOYED
6979 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 109, 85710 520-370-3689 • SylviaBoyed.com
Sylvia Boyed, MA, VMT, CST. Now welcoming new clients. Restorative bodywork and energetic healing for physical and emotional well-being. 14+ years experience in energetically applied visceral manipulation and craniosacral therapies. Specializing in treatment of head injuries, tinnitus and post-surgical rehabilitation. See ad, page 11
KEN READER, LMT, RYT
The Right Touch Massage Therapy 3958 E Fort Lowell Rd, 85712
Experienced Pain Relief therapist and wellness provider with 25 years as Reiki/Cranial therapist. Shiatsu, Thai and Manual Lymphatic massage. Facial massage: jade rolling, gua sha with cold jade tools, facial cupping and facial acu points. Also offering yoga privates, text 520-230-9103.
Bookkeeping
AT PEACE BOOKKEEPING
Amanda Pihl
760-709-2188
AtPeaceBookkeeping.com
At Peace Bookkeeping helps small businesses stay financially grounded with reliable, stress-free support. Offering cleanups, monthly maintenance, and QuickBooks expertise, Amanda brings clarity and calm to your numbers— so you can focus on growing your business with confidence and ease.
Channeled
Readings
INTUITIVE AND CHANNEL
Dawn Rataczak
520-425-7286
Requesting guidance is a natural response to the constant activity of each day which may leave one feeling drained. Moving toward a higher connection to the self is a saving grace. Offering group or private sessions. Call to request further details.
Cleaning Services
PURMAID
520-331-2629
PurmaidTucson@gmail.com PurMaids.com
PurMaid LLC provides professional green cleaning services to Tucson homes and businesses. Locally owned and operated. Special offer: $50 off initial cleaning. See ad for details. See ad, page 13.
Affordable alternative or a ddition to traditional therapy. Radix is a neo-Reichian, deep feeling, regressive process similar to bio-energetics and primal therapy. Exploring with breath, body awareness, centering and grounding to access anger, fear, grief, longing and restore love, trust, pleasure, fulfillment and aliveness.
Tired of playing small? Moxie coaching blends neuroscience-backed and womancentered coaching with deep creativity and personal transformation. Whether in one-on-one or group programs, you’ll reclaim confidence, creative spark and self-trust to shape a life that feels fully yours. Book a free intro call: MoxieTime. as.me/introductory-call. See ad, page 16.
Colon Hydrotherapy
VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES
Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 E Prince Rd, Rm 9, 85719 520-403-1686
VerySpecialAlternatives@gmail.com
VerySpecialAlternatives.net
Heal.me/Vonnie-Schultz-Albrecht-RN
RN-delivered colonics. FDAapproved system integrated with a full, closed-gravity option. Infrared Therapy included! Probiotic reflorastation and ozone therapies available. Warm, supportive healing environment. Affordable rates and packages. By appointment, flexible hours. Free 15-minute consult!
Club Moxie is a soulful, high-vibe online community for women ready to live boldly. Rooted in woman-centered coaching, creativity and modern tribe-building, it’s where deep connection meets personal expansion. Join before doors close! Use code NAMAG for a free month: ItsTimeForMoxie.com/club-moxie. See ad, page 16.
Dental Insurance
Shawna believes in connecting clients with their values to enable behavior changes towards a healthier lifestyle, especially surrounding food. Everybody has to eat. Food can either be medicine or it can be poison, the choice is yours.
HOLLY BAKER
Retirement Specialist
520-760-2378 • Holly@HollyLBaker.com
Providing Solutions for Your Retirement
With dental insurance, you can prioritize your oral health, save money on routine and emergency dental care and enjoy peace of mind knowing that you’re covered in case of unexpected dental issues. Robust plans available at reasonable rates. Book an appointment today! See ad, page 5.
Our mission is to build a partnership to achieve optimal dental health. The state-of-the-art technology, attention to our clients’ needs and commitment to continuing education ensure that our clients receive the highest quality care, in a safe and comfortable environment. See ad, back cover.
TUCSON BIOLOGICAL DENTISTRY
Jeanne Anne Krizman, DMD, MPH 1601 N Tucson Blvd, Ste 35, 85716 520-326-0082 • Smile@KrizmanDental.com
A centrally located biologic and integrative dental office with Tucson’s only International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology accredited dentist. Specializing in general and cosmetic dentistry, mercury-free fillings, safe amalgam removal, implants, extractions, cavitation treatment and ozone therapy. Call for appointment today. See ad, page 2.
Electromagnetic Wellness
EMF WELLNESS TUCSON
Lisa Smith, PhD, EMRS Certified Building Biology
Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist 130 E Congress St, Ste 200-110 Info@EMF-Wellness.com • EMF-Wellness.com “Electromagnetic safety for a healthy life”
EMF Wellness helps keep Tucson’s homes, schools and work-places safe from unhealthy levels of electromagnetic fields (EMFs). We offer professional EMF assessments with emphasis on reducing exposure to rising levels of microwave radiation from wireless devices and cell towers. Assessments include EMF education and mitigation counseling.
Emotions run high in many people right now. Do you need help in coping with life? Emotional freedom is just that: an easy tool to deal with upsetting circumstances, anxiety, fears andsickness. It combines energy therapy and psychology to eliminate and reduce emotions. Affordable and necessary.
Energy Work
ENERGETIC SYSTEM RE-BOOT
Suzanne Pear, RN PhD, LE COE CQH 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109
DoctorSuzie@PamperedSkinStudio.com
Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) is a Registered Nurse and Quantum Energy Practitioner offering chakra energy system realignment and balancing as well as auric field clearing, forgiveness and self-healing practices. Call 520-400-8109 to schedule an Energetic Assessment. See ad, page 10.
Intuitive harpist, Jessica Foley tunes into your energy, to create personalized music for healing. Private services and events include: sound baths, vibroacoustic soundmassage therapy, yoga, angelic reiki, meditation with live harp, crystal bowls, and gong. See ad, page 14.
Healthy Home
EMF WELLNESS TUCSON
Lisa Smith, PhD, EMRS
Certified Building Biology
Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist 130 E Congress St, Ste 200-110
Info@EMF-Wellness.com • EMF-Wellness.com “Electromagnetic safety for a healthy life”
EMF Wellness Tucson provides Electromagnetic Field (EMF) assessments and mitigation counselling, specializing in the creation of EMF-safe bedroom sleep sanctuaries. Services include measurement of electric fields, magnetic fields, dirty electricity and radio frequency radiation from wireless devices and cell towers.
PURMAID
520-331-2629 • PurmaidTucson@gmail.com
PurMaids.com
PurMaid LLC provides professional green cleaning services to Tucson homes and businesses. Locally owned and operated. Special offer: $50 off initial cleaning. See ad for details. See ad, page 13.
Holistic Health
VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES
Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 E Prince Rd, Rm 9, 85719
What or who do you need? RN consultant • assessment, information, referral. Skilled nursing • phlebotomy, IV therapy, home services. Education • gentle, easy detox protocols, colon health, ozone therapies and resources. By appointment, flexible hours. Free 15 minute consult!
Invisalign
E DENTAL SOLUTIONS
Elahe Wissinger, DMD 2810 E River Rd, 85718 520-745-5496 • Info@EDentalSolutions.net EDentalSolutions.net
Looking to fix your bite issues but avoid the “metal mouth” phenomenon? At E Dental Solutions, we can help you understand how to keep the aligners and your teeth clean and make it easy for you to fit into your best smile. See ad, back cover.
Low Level Laser Therapy
SACRED CHRYSALIS
ACU-MED CLINIC
Dr. Lillea T. Ellisian, D.Ac, L.Ac, Dipl.Ac 7596 N La Cholla Blvd, 85741 970-585-6238 • ColdLaserAcupuncture.com
Introducing low level laser therapy—remarkable healing back by 30+ years of clinical research, reversing chronic and acute disease. Featuring the 1st FDAcleared Green + Violet True Laser. Experience total-body renewal via supercharged ATP production. Special discounted packages available now!
Massage
SANTA RITA
SPRINGS
Dorothy Richmond, LMT since 1983 2301 N Santa Rita Ave, 85719 Aquatic Massage • Jin Shin Jyutsu Craniosacral Therapy • Watsu Integrative Massage 520-990-1857 • SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com
Water is life… 80-minutes of Bliss. Immersed in heavenly 96-degree saltwater inside our poolhouse, receive massage, shiatsu, energy work, great stretches, flowing movement and maybe Aquatic Craniosacral Therapy to deliciously unwind trauma and strain patterns. See ad, page 8.
Medical Intuitive
BODY & ENERGY INTUITIVE READINGS
Taesha Mata
208-360-7542
WellnessWithTae@outlook.com
Channeled readings offer clarity and insight to root causes of imbalances. Connecting to deeper parts of yourself with the aid of spirit guides and your higher self can empower you to restore your personal health and be your own best wellness advocate.
RAIN (DANIELLE) DVORAK
847-323-9188 • Danielle@Replevyn.com Replevyn.com
Rain is a trained and certified Medical Intuitive Practitioner (CMIP, ThePractical Path, Tujunga, CA). Medical Intuition utilizes clairvoyance andthe other intuitive senses to view the physical body and unique energy systems of living beings.
Medicare Support
HOLLY BAKER
Retirement Specialist
520-760-2378 • Holly@HollyLBaker.com
Providing Solutions for Your Retirement
The Annual Enrollment period ends Dec 7th! Don’t miss your chance to review your Medicare plan. As an independent advisor, Holly works with a v ariety of Medicare carriers to serve your needs. Contact us by phone or email today for your personalized Medicare review. Special needs plans availble for chronic conditions. See ad, page 5.
Medical Thermography uses infrared imaging to detect blood flow patterns and health concerns years before structural changes form. Early intervention supports lifestyle or medical recommendations. Get $25 off any thermal health study for proactive wellness.
Meditation
THE YOGA CONNECTION
3929 E Pima, 85712
520-323-1222
• Yoga@YogaConnection.org
YogaConnection.org
The Yoga Connection, a non-profit center, serving Tucson over 35 years, offers all levels of yoga and specialized classes. We offer Yoga teacher training leading to 200-hour and 300hour certification. Ask about scholarships and payment options.
Naturopathic Medicine
DR. DEEANN SABER, NMD
Transformational Medicine
2028 E Prince Rd, 85719
520-209-1755 • TFMND.co
Dr. Saber is a primary care naturopathic physician who specializes in endocrinology and functional medicine. Using science-based information as well as your personal symptoms, we will together find the best way to optimal health. See ad, page 3.
DR. EMILY TAKEUCHI-MILLER, NMD
Transformational Medicine
2028 E Prince Rd, 85719
520-209-1755 • TFMND.co
Dr. Emily Takeuchi Miller, or “Dr. Em” as she prefers, enjoys seeing patients of all ages and is committed to helping them live well no matter what their current condition. Her special interests include primary care medicine, pediatrics and Mind-Body medicine/biofeedback. See ad, page 3.
WHOLISTIC FAMILY MEDICINE
Dr. Lance Morris
2310 N Wyatt Dr, 85712 520-322-8122 • WFMedicine37@gmail.com ResonantSoundTherapy.com
Dr. Morris treats all conditions, pediatric through geriatric, emphasizing “nature cure” to heal mind, body and spirit. Developer of Resonant Sound Therapy. See website for more information. See ad, page 13.
Pediatric Integrative Medicine
ANA TANASE, MD, ABOIM
TMC One La Canada Office
10390 N La Cañada Dr, Ste 110, 85737 520-420-2110
tmcaz.com/tmc-one/our-providers/ana-tanase
Holistic pediatrician, board certified in pediatrics and Integrative Medicine, provides integrative medicine consults, primary care services, second opinions. Visits include personalized nutrition plan, lifestyle counseling, supplements, functional medicine testing, mind body medicine teachings. Accepts most insurances, appointments available online and by phone
Permanent Jewelry & Makeup
A LASTING TOUCH SALON AT TRANSITIONS HAIR STUDIO
Yvette Dwornik • 520-869-5593
Sarah Dwornik-Olivo • 520-869-4040 7163 E Broadway, 85710
New location. Offering Hair, Permanent Make Up and Permanent Jewelry at beautiful, remodeled eastside location. Broadway at Kolb next to DSW. $50 off any new permanent make up service. $20 off new lashes. See ad, page 11.
GREEN MOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE/ EXPAND HEALTH RESEARCH
Dr. Caitlin Connor 1775 W St Mary's Rd, Ste 111, 85745 520-609-1766 • ExpandHealthResearch.com
Retreats
We invite you to explore research studies. If you have an interest give us a call, and we will set up a time when you can tour the lab. We look forward to seeing you in the future! See ad, page 11.
Sound Therapy
RAIN (DANIELLE) DVORAK
847-323-9188 • Danielle@Replevyn.com Replevyn.com
Relax and receive while your energy field is cleansed by antique Tibetan singing bowls, gongs and more in the Tibetan Sacred Sound Healing tradition. Rain is trained and certified through TibetanBowlSchool.com, and also a lifelong, classically-trained musician, intuitive empath and more.
Craving deep renewal? Moxie retreats weave together creativity, artistic rituals, mysticism and woman-centered coaching in stunning settings. Reconnect with your power, radiance and vision alongside kindred spirits. “Truly transformational and exquisite,” says an attendee. View upcoming retreats: ItsTimeForMoxie.com/retreats. See ad, page 16.
Salt Room
ADVANCED DERMACARE
Diane D Lowery 7484 N LaCholla Blvd, 85741 520-888-3955 • AdvancedDermaCare.com
Halo Salt Therapy is natural, safe, and sideeffect free. It benefits adults and athletes by detoxifying the respiratory system, improving skin health and appearance, strengthening immunity, and promoting overall wellness through consistent, gentle, noninvasive treatment. $35 each, bring a friend at no additional cost. See ad, page 12.
Skin Care
PAMPERED
SKIN & SOUL STUDIO
Suzanne Pear, RN PhD, LE COE CQH 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109
PamperedSkinStudio.com
Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) specializes in providing customized holistic skin care treatments for all skin types and concerns. Make an appointment today and start on your path to creating beautiful skin for life. See ad, page 10.
2310 N Wyatt Dr, 85712 520-322-8122 • WFMedicine@gmail.com ResonantSoundTherapy.com
Dr. Morris treats all conditions, pediatric through geriatric, emphasizing ‘”nature cure” to heal mind, body and spirit. Developer of Resonant Sound Therapy. See website for more information. See ad, page 13
A spiritual alternative. We offer spiritual solutions to everyday challenges. You can learn about us at TucsonCSL.org Celebration Service at 11am, Meditation at 10:30am. For information about our Sunday services please email CSLT911@gmail.com or call 520-319-1042. See ad, page 19.
Eckankar is a spiritual path that redefines the experience of religion. Eckankar is based on direct personal experience, transcending philosophy and orthodox religion, offering practical ways we may have spiritual experiences—even the ultimate experience of God—in this lifetime
Stationery
NIGHT SKY PAPERIE
Scottsdale Shop.NightSkyPaperie.com
Stationery and textiles featuring watercolor art. Now offering semi-custom business marketing materials and wedding/event stationery. Create a unique gift bundle with products in the same design collection. Save 10% with code Natural25 through the end of the month. See ad, page 9.
Wellness Center
TRANSFORMATIONAL MEDICINE
DeeAnn Saber, NMD
Emily Takeuchi Miller, NMD
Zach Saber, LMP
Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 E Prince Rd, 85719 520-209-1755 • TFMND.co
We are like-minded healing professionals who have created a collaborative, patient-focused environment to provide healthy experiences for those ready to reach optimal health and wellness. See ad, page 3.
Yoga
THE YOGA CONNECTION
3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 • Yoga@YogaConnection.org YogaConnection.org
The Yoga Connection, a non-profit center serving Tucson over 35 years, offers all levels of yoga and specialized classes. We offer yoga teacher training leading to 200-hour and 300hour certification. Ask about scholarships and payment options.
AT THE ATTUNEMENT CENTER, we help you release emotional, spiritual, and ancestral blocks. Our integrative approach blends therapy, energy healing, intuitive guidance and spiritual coaching. We empower you to release limiting beliefs, reconnect with your truth, and step into authentic living— meeting you where you are and guiding your transformation. 910-900-3815/520-2229034. Info@TheAttunementCenter.com. TheAttunementCenter.com.
ARE YOU A COMPASSIONATE PROFESSIONAL ready to make a diff-erence?
At Kolb Wellness Spa we have suites available for rent for professionals who want to expand their practice and support cancer patients. Ideal for holistic provider, massage therapist, nutritionist, acupuncturist. Info: text 520-484-2249 or call 520-771-8801.
LOVE NETWORKING, MAKING CONNECTIONS, & SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESSES? Natural Awakenings Tucson s hiring a Community & Networking Advocate! Meet amazing people, celebrate conscious businesses, and enjoy a flexible, rewarding role with great commissions! Call 520-760-2378 or email Holly@NaturalTucson.com
TIME TO CLEANSE & DETOX! It is always important to cleanse & detox, to strengthen immunity! Call us today for a DETOX foot bath with added sound therapy at J3 Wellness. Call Tracy at 520-247-8345 for more info and to reserve a space...
DESERT ESCAPE - PRICED TO SELL FAST! Renovated 2BR/2BA with chef's kitchen, quartz counters, 2-car garage. Community pool plus effortless access to bike loop, Udall Park, Sabino Canyon. This lifestyle won't last. Premium home offered. Smart buyers call now! Natalie 916628-6253. Serious inquiries only.
REDISCOVER PEACE, CALM, CLARITY. Kindred Lights Healing Arts, founded by Reiki Tea-cher Charis NickTorok offers people and animal Reiki sessions, Reiki classes, meditation, yoga, pet hospice support and more. The KLHA community nurtures you on your healing journey, compassionately helping you rediscover your light and experience Wellbeing. 520-777-6902. Charis@ KindredLightsHealing.com.
Classifieds aren’t boring anymore— they’re your affordable pathway to thousands of new eyes every month!
For just $75 a month, your business can land right in front of thousands of conscious, health-loving readers who flip straight to our classified ads to discover local products, services, and events.
To place a classified ad, email: Holly@NaturalTucson.com. 50 words and a logo for just $75 per month. Contact us with questions, 520-760-2378.
EFT TAPPING— EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUES . Luminosa EFT offers compassionate, trauma informed guidance for calm and clarity, to shift behavioral patterns, and alleviate pain. Sessions customize EFT Tapping Techniques to fit the individual and create a long term, selfcare skillset. Accredited Certified Clinical EFT Practitioner. For a free consultation contact Lisa@LuminosaEFT.com.
HEIDI WILSON OFFERS private craniosacral sessions and teaches a six level workshop series called Riding the Wave, Touching Stillness; Craniosacral Work with a Biodynamic Perspective. Each workshop offers 20 CEUs for massage therapists. 520271-4680, HeidiWilsonFluidHealing.com.
SACRED JOURNEYS OFFERS compassionate, holistic healing through naturopathic medicine and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Led by Dr. Tim Frank, N.M.D., we address the root causes of trauma, depression, anxiety and emotional pain. Begin your healing journey today. 520991-4568. SacredJourneys-Medicine.com.
SUFFERING FROM HEAD TRAUMA OR MIGRAINES? A blend of Visceral manipulation and craniosacral therapy can help. It can also be used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, bladder urgency or incontinence, and acid reflux. Contact Sylvia Boyed at 520-370-3689 or SylviaBoyed. com for restoration of health & well-being.
WholePerson Health & Wellness
Coming in January
Embrace Joy in Dentistry
When was the last time you truly felt joy at the dentist’s office? At E Dental Solutions, we believe dentistry is about more than teeth. It is about confidence, comfort, and the happiness that comes from knowing your oral health supports your overall well-being.
We Invite You To Embrace Joy In Dentistry, Because Every Visit Should Leave You Feeling Cared For, Balanced, And Proud Of Your Smile.
TRUE JOY BEGINS WITH WELLNESS.
Our preventive care services include: comprehensive cleanings, digital X-rays, oral cancer screenings and laser dental hygiene therapy.Laser hygiene therapy gently and effectively eliminates bacteria on contact, even below the gumline where they reside. This advanced, biologic approach supports natural healing and promotes a cleaner, healthier mouth without harsh chemicals.
THE JOY OF RESTORATION
THE JOY OF TRANSFORMATION
There is something powerful about seeing your reflection and loving what you see. Our cosmetic dentistry options such as professional teeth whitening, veneers, and custom smile makeovers, help you rediscover confidence and joy in your smile.
For a straighter, more balanced look, Invisalign® clear aligners provide a discreet and comfortable way to align your teeth while maintaining your natural appearance throughout treatment.
Dr. Elahe Wissinger
Life happens, and your smile deserves to recover beautifully.We restore function and beauty through biocompatible materials, tooth-colored fillings, crowns, bridges, dental implants, and full mouth rehabilitation. Every restoration is designed with precision, strength, and aesthetics in mind so your smile looks and feels natural while supporting whole-body health.
EMBRACE JOY. EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE.
At E Dental Solutions, every appointment is an opportunity to create something positive—to connect, to care, and to bring joy back into dentistry.When you walk out of our doors, we want you to feel lighter, brighter, and confident knowing your smile is in the best hands.Your joy begins here. Call today to schedule your visit and discover how beautiful biologic dentistry can truly feel.
