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Winning Inner Peace The opening ceremony of the Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympics again kicked off an inspiring view of our world. The winter games are my favorite and have sparked a walk down memory lane.

In 2006, I raptly watched the debut of the women’s snowboard

cross event when USA star Lindsey Jacobellis, did a premature alley-oop to celebrate her sure gold medal close to the end of the

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course, only to fall, be passed by and then get back up to finish second for the silver. The disbelief on her face was heartbreaking and I remember hoping that she would forgive herself.

During every Winter Olympics since, I’ve sent Lindsey a mental hug, wanting her to

win a gold medal. Although it has continued to elude her as of this writing, she is considered the best overall women’s snowboard cross racer, earning 10 X Game titles and 27 World Cup wins. This year, at the seasoned age of 32, I’m happy to see she’s still going for Olympic gold. I’m equally happy to report that in interviews I’ve seen, she appears to be at peace with herself.

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This reminds me of a recent Olympics interview with Chris Mazdzer, the first U.S.

man to win a medal this year; he brought home a silver in the men’s singles luge competition. He was asked how he was able to stay relaxed and have fun while laying down four strong runs on a track that gave problems to many others. After having noted he’d been through a rough couple of years, he answered, “I had to go through the ruts to be comfortable with who I am without results.” Ultimately, Chris felt he knew his capabilities and was at peace with himself.

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news briefs

Annual Heart of the Home Kitchen Tour Returns

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njoy delectable tastings and learn from expert chefs and artisanal food vendors along with new trends in kitchen makeovers, designs and innovative and sustainable materials and energy-efficient appliances by attending the fourth Heart of the Home Kitchen Tour.

Presented by The Symphony Guild of Charlotte, the event will be held on March 14, 16 and 17, encompassing six homes in Eastover, Myers Park and SouthPark.

The kickoff party and silent auction will be from 6 to 9 p.m. on March 14, followed by a cocktail tour during the same time period on March 16 and culminate with a kitchen tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 17.

The participating homes are at 302 Colville Road, 826 Hempstead Place, 819 Bromley Road, 2047 Norton, 2108 Sherwood and 2410 Rock Creek.

In 2016, 600-plus people visited kitchens as part of the tour. Leslie and Bruce Schlernitzauer, of Porcupine Provisions, are honorary chairs of this year’s event that will include the Friday evening cocktail tour for the first time.

Cost: Tour -- $25 in advance, $30 at the door; Party -- $50; 40 and under, 2 tickets for $75.

Tour tickets are on sale at The Buttercup, 32 Flavors Boutique, Cotswold Marketplace, Surroundings, Olive This. For more information, call 704-525-0522, email Office@ SymphonyGuildCharlotte.org or visit KitchenTourCharlotte.com.

Touring Charity Event to Showcase Tibetan Healing Bowl Experiences

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he profound, uplifting and deep-relaxing atmosphere created by 33 Tibetan Sound Healing Bowls being played simultaneously Dr Dream will fill Ahlara International from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on April 7, in Mooresville. Dr. Dream, who has led these experiences in 180-plus cities worldwide since 2010, will be leading the group experience. The event will benefit people in the Gilung and Sindupalachoka villages in Nepal, which were devastated by a series of earthquakes.

When Dr. Dream and his team heard that all 100 homes in Gilung had been destroyed, they raised money and sent them large tents for shelter. The spirit and determination of the local bowl makers to create them became even stronger despite the devastation. A representative entrusted Dr. Dream with many bowls, and the tour was then created, allowing him to turn the bowls into a way to assist the community while also uplifting participants and bringing communities of volunteers together in support.

“We have designed a rare experience which has never been done in the U.S. before,” he says. “Together with each local community, we become catalysts of positive change, touching many people’s lives with these loving energies and giving back to Nepal.”

“Angels” volunteers are an integral part of the experience, orchestrating the sound healing and assisting with the bowls. A guided visualization and the sounds harmonize the energy body, relax the mind, revitalize and inspire, as the bowls resolve and unlock stuck energies and help reconnect the mind, body and spirit. So far, Dr. Dream has sent more than $5,000 per month back to Nepal.

Tickets: $25 in advance/$33 at the door.

Location: 155 Joe V. Knox Ave., Mooresville.

For more information or to register and prepay, call 704-662-0946 or visit AhlaraInternational.com. See ad, page 8.

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Monthly Kirtan Events in Charlotte

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Andrew Simmons he Charlotte-based Unity Spiritual Center’s next monthly kirtan event, featuring sacred Sanskrit chanting that’s been popularized in the U.S. by musicians like Krishna Das, Jai Uttal, Deva Permal and Snatam Kaur, is set for 7 p.m. on March 16 at Park Road Church’s Milford Chapel. The center’s Jim and Kay Fuller collaborate with local kirtan musician Andrew Simmons to offer the highly spiritual and meditative practice which draws hundreds of worldwide participants.

Song leaders and participants alternate singing short, ancient, powerful chants— based on the names and attributes of the divine from Hindu and Eastern traditions— and mantras back and forth in a call-andresponse style. They celebrate the divine as creator, protector, sustainer and transformer.

Repeated chants in community strengthen connections with the divine and activate latent qualities and energies present within. Beginning participants often feel energized, experience less mental chatter and find openings of spiritual or intuitive awareness, and over time, heal the mind and body, restoring energetic and emotional well-being. Words for all chants are provided.

The center also offers group meditations on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. On each fourth Tuesday, the group meditation incorporates kirtan chants.

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Cost: requested love offering. Location: 3900 Park Rd. For more information including future kirtan events, call 704-6199029 or visit CharlotteSpiritualCenter.org, the center’s Meetup or Facebook pages.

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Chopra to Appear at Blumenthal Performing Arts

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eepak Chopra, M.D., the popular, influential American author, public speaker, alternative medicine advocate and prominent figure in the New Age movement, will discuss his inspiring beliefs and his new book, The Healing Self, at 7:30 p.m. on March 19, at the Belk Theater at Blumenthal Performing Arts, in Charlotte. Through his books Deepak Chopra and videos, he has become one of the best-known figures in alternative medicine.

Chopra will explore some of the most important and baffling questions we all face such as how does our understanding of consciousness also enhance our capacity for total well-being (physical, emotional, spiritual, social, community, financial and ecological).

He will address these various questions and provide practical ways to experience higher consciousness, transformation and healing.

Cost: begins at $25. Location: 130 N. Tryon St. For more information or to obtain tickets, call 704-372-1000 or visit BlumenthalArts.org or the box office. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. See ad, page 7.

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Earth Science Tech explains they are always looking forward to seeing who can gain the most from the use of their products.

They don’t only focus on humans but also the furrier friends that come with them as well. Their Pet CBD is ideal for cats, dogs and even horses, and honors in keeping with the commitment their company provides to you and the ones you love.

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Three Days of Tranquility at Sacred Grove Retreat Center

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o you need to unplug? Relax and reconnect with one’s inner guidance and wisdom in a tranquil and natural landscape while gaining insight from experienced instructor Shauna Fitzgerald, owner of The Healing Mind Meditation. Sacred Grove Retreat Center co-owners, Ellen Whiteside and Jade Reese, will host a three-day meditation and yoga retreat from 11 a.m. on April 6 to 2 p.m. on April 8 in Gold Hill, North Carolina. In addition to meditation, there will be yoga sessions offered daily.

The event at the internationally recognized Sacred Grove Retreat Center is open to everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners, with all receiving full instruction and those with past experiences having the space to explore their pursuits more deeply.

There will be free blocks throughout each day. Guests will be able to choose from many unscheduled activities including walking the labyrinth, journaling, nature walks, private meditation and sleep. Delicious vegetarian meals prepared by a chef will nourish you for the weekend. The goal is for everyone to depart feeling relaxed, peaceful and connected.

Cost: Early bird special by Mar. 9 $395. After Mar. 9 - $425. A deposit of $100 will hold your spot. Optional services include massage and/or reiki $75/hour. Location: 15720 Collie Rd., Gold Hill, NC. For registration and retreat information, including what to bring, call 704-299- 5124 or email Ellen@sgrnc.com. Payment can be made

by PayPal to info@SacredGroveRetreat. com. See ad, page 25.

Aqua Chi Technology Assists with Detoxification

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qua Chi is the original detox technology brought to the USA from Australia about 12 years ago. The Aqua Chi (also called a detox foot bath) will give clients more energy, a stronger immune system, faster healing, increased endurance and less pain. Clients place their feet in water and the system generates vibrational frequency.

The negative ions created during a session are similar to those found in hot springs and other naturally charged water sources known to be beneficial to the body. The biocharge produced by the Aqua Chi resonates throughout the water at a frequency uniquely specific to each individual taking a treatment.

Many of the benefits of the foot bath can be attributed to the re-balancing of the energy meridians and the raising of the bioelectrical potential of the body at the cellular level. The results of an Aqua Chi treatment have shown normal cell growth doubled in three days, which means faster recovery and increased overall health. Also, cancer cell growth is inhibited significantly.

The University of Tennessee conducted a study using Aqua Chi/Total Charge Technology.

Information about this study can be found on the Detox You website. Detox You is offering a special of five dollars off the first Aqua Chi treatment. Clients may call or text to book appointments. For more information, call 704-995-5337, email AAshlie@outlook.com or visit DetoxesYou.com. See ad, page 23.

Marshall to Lead Varied Workshops

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illie Marshall of New Possibilities Coaching, an iPEC-certified Professional Coach, Energy Leadership Master Practitioner, Certified Daring Way Facilitator and licensed Desire Map Facilitator, will lead many small group workshops focused on helping women connect with their true selves. She’s one of a select few coaches certified to facilitate workshops based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown.

The Rising Strong Workshop is a research-based program on what it takes to get back up and live a more wholehearted and satisfying life. Participants will explore how to live bravely every day by showing up in the arenas of your life and relationships to become the best, most authentic version Lillie Marshall of you. The Daring Way Workshop is a methodology developed to learn how to show up, be seen and live braver lives as it develops shame resilience skills and daily practices that transform the way we live, love, parent and lead.

The Desire Map is the work of Danielle LaPorte and is a tool for more holistic, heartcentered living that has helped people worldwide identify their Core Desired Feelings and use that clarity in designing their lives. It consists of two workshops— DM Workshop One: Your Core Desired Feelings and DM Workshop Two: Goals with Soul.

To learn more about upcoming workshops or to sign up for a complimentary Discovery Session, visit LillieMarshall.com. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 704-408-2359. See ad, page 37.

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health briefs

Leafy greens, which are rich in vitamin K, have again been shown to provide outsized benefits for heart health. Researchers from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University found that a reduced intake of vitamin K1 leads to more than triple the risk of an enlargement of the heart’s left ventricle, which reduces blood pumping volume, according to a study published in the Journal of Nutrition.

Researchers followed diet records for 766 participants ages 14 to 18 and monitored their vascular structure and functionality. When compared to those with the highest intake of vitamin K1 from foods such as spinach, cabbage and other leafy, green vegetables, those with the lowest intake were more likely to experience vascular enlargement.

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Leafy Greens Lower Risk for Heart Disease

How to Know If We Have the Flu For those with a persistent cough, respiratory congestion or an achy feeling in the joints, an elevated temperature is common with the flu, but it is not always present. Some people also describe sneezing, feeling chilled and feeling tired. It may be difficult to discern a severe case of dehydration, feeling burned out from overwork or a mild case of the flu.

The flu cannot be confirmed definitively without a lab test, and many providers are not recommending it this year due to the high percentage of false positives, meaning the test comes back positive, but it is not a case of the flu. For a cough that won’t subside, use a teaspoon of honey with one or two drops of lemon essential oil for those over 2 years old.

Dehydration can be determined by a basic lab panel in a doctor’s office or self-examination, checking for dry eyes, chapped lips, generalized achy sensation in joints, fatigue and lack of skin turgor (pinch some skin on the backside of one hand and see how quickly it returns to normal location: the slower it is, the more dehydrated we are). For a quick fix, consume one gallon of water that day; if symptoms are not improving the next day, get it checked.

With so many people working in close contact, sometimes the best course of action is to simply stay home and wait it out for five to seven days. If an employer requires a written doctor’s note, it may be best to call your primary care provider. At work, wash hands frequently with warm soapy water, cover a cough and if using a tissue, discard it immediately after use.

Those under the age of 5 or over 65 are more likely to need medical attention for the flu. If a fever of more than 100.4 degrees is present for longer than 24 hours, speak with a health care provider.

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Floating Farm Helps Power UK Needs

Hywind, the first floating wind farm in the UK, is located 15 miles offshore of Peterhead, in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Its five turbines with a 30-megawatt capacity will provide clean energy to more than 20,000 homes to help meet the country’s ambitious climate change targets. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says, “The government’s commitment to the development of this technology, coupled with Statoil’s [lithium] battery storage project, Batwind, positions Scotland as a world center for energy innovation.” Hywind is operated by Norwegian oil and gas company Statoil ASA and Masdar Abu Dhabi Future Energy Co.

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Renewable Energy Subsidies Lag Far Behind

The G20 nations, comprising the world’s biggest economies, provide four times more public financing to support fossil fuels than renewable energy, says a report from the environmental coalition Oil Change International (Tinyurl. com/TalkIsCheapOilReport). This took place even though German Chancellor Angela Merkel announced climate change as the heart of the agenda at the Hamburg summit in July 2017. The public financing—in soft loans and guarantees from governments along with huge fossil fuel subsidies—makes coal, oil and natural gas cheaper to use in the short run because both the front-end and back-end costs are undisclosed.

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Copper

Ancient healing element stops a cold before it starts

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CopperZap arrived, she tried it. “I am “It worked!” he exclaimed. “The cold went away completely.” It worked shocked! My head cleared, no more headache, no more congestion.” again every time he felt a cold coming Some users say copper stops nighton. He has never had a cold since. time stuffiness if they use it just before He asked relabed. One man said, “Best sleep I’ve tives and friends to had in years.” try it. They said it Users also report success in stopworked for them, ping cold sores when used at the first too. So he patented sign of a tingle in the lip. One woman CopperZap™ and put it on the market. said, “I tried every product on the market over 20 years. Some helped a little, Soon hundreds New research: Copper stops colds if used early. of people had tried but this stopped it from happening in the first place.” it and given feedback. Nearly 100 perColds start when cold viruses get in The handle is sculptured to fit the your nose. Viruses multiply fast. If you cent said the copper stops their colds hand and finely textured to improve if used within 3 hours of the first sign. don’t stop them early, they spread in contact. Tests show it kills harmful Even up to 2 days after the first sign, your airways and cause misery. if they still get the cold it is milder and microbes on the fingers to help prevent But scientists have found a quick the spread of illness. they feel better. way to stop a virus. Touch it with Users wrote things like, “It copper. Researchers at labs and unistopped my cold right away,” and versities worldwide agree — copper is “antimicrobial.” It kills microbes, such “Is it supposed to work that fast?”

Pat McAllister, age 70, received as viruses and bacteria, just by touch. one as a gift and called it “one of Four thousand years ago ancient the best presents ever. This little Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. Now we jewel really works.”

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“SHiFT Charlotte was created for people who want to live a mindful, authentic and empowered life,” says event founder Lori Ives-Godwin. “We’ve brought together some of the city’s most visionary speakers, teachers, healers and practitioners to help guests explore steps we can all take to be healthy and well—mind, body and spirit.”

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Hope.” What are some of the biggest threats today facing the health and well-being of humanity?

The threats right now are international travel, particularly as it brings infections into the country from all over the world. We are living in a global environment where, through technology, there can be things like cyber-hacking or interference with the information flow. There’s the risk of nuclear destruction, poison in our food chain, and the fact that the world, collectively, seems to be so stressed that it’s almost to the point of insanity.

There’s also extinction of species; disease, war and terrorism; and social and economic injustice, creating a situation that is going the way of extinction. Most people walk around in total denial of what’s happening, yet we’re still fighting about irrelevant things— medieval methodologies in the name of religion.

How do those threats adversely impact our physical health?

We know that anybody that feels threatened physically, emotionally or psychologically is stressed. Stress leads to inflammation in the body, and inflammation in the brain leads to premature aging and dementia. That leads to inflammation in the body, which leads to risk for disease. We know now that 95 percent of all disease-related mutations are affected by lifestyle—lack of sleep, stress, lack of exercise, poor diet, dysfunctional relationships and a polluted environment.

Dr. Deepak Chopra: Elevating Our Health to New Levels

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s a forerunner in integrative medicine, Deepak Chopra, M.D. has helped thousands of people worldwide positively transform their lives by understanding the connection between physical health, spirituality and science.

He began his medical career in internal medicine and endocrinology and served as Chief of Staff of New England Memorial Hospital (now Boston Regional Medical Center) before transitioning into the holistic arena. Through 86 books, as well as videos and television appearances on shows such as The Oprah Winfrey Show and Tavis Smiley, Chopra has reformed how we understand the body, mind and spirit.

Natural Awakenings caught up with Chopra to talk about his new book, The Healing Self: A Revolutionary New Plan to Supercharge Your Immunity and Stay Well for Life, released January 30.

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What are some areas in which you see contemporary medicine lacking when it comes to addressing those threats?

Contemporary medicine is very effective in treating acute illness, so if you break your leg or have appendicitis or pneumonia, contemporary medicine can help. But the vast majority of illness in our society is chronic, so Alzheimer’s, autoimmune illnesses or diabetes are related to low-grade inflammation in the body. Knowing that, we can actually change the outcome of these diseases through proper sleep, nourishment, meditation, healthy emotions and relationships, emotional intelligence, correct diet and nutrition, interaction with nature, and very importantly, going into the nature of our own consciousness and bringing in what we call self-conscious habits into our awareness, so we can be aware of the choices we make on a daily basis.

Much of your work incorporates fundamental reality and the nature of human consciousness. What is that, and how can understanding those concepts help?

Fundamental reality is what we call existence and awareness of existence, so it’s not physical; it’s dimensionless, formless, intangible, timeless and eternal, in which wisdom traditions call the spirit, or soul. Once we understand the dynamics of consciousness and how it moves in the direction of creativity and evolution, then we have at our disposal the raw material to basically choose our experiences to ultimately move in the direction of a more peaceful, just and sustainable world. We can ultimately go beyond the constructs of mortality and death to understand ourselves.

In this instant gratification society, how do you change mindsets to encourage people to put the effort into becoming more proactive in their health of the body, mind and spirit?

It’s a question actually of looking at what is ‘instant gratification,’ and seeing that instant gratification passes very quickly. If you eat that cheeseburger and fries, before you do it, ask yourself the question ‘how will this make me feel in one hour?’ It comes to bringing awareness to experiences as you encounter them, and being aware of the choices you make. Turning that fight-or-flight response into restful awareness uses intuition, insight, creativity and hard consciousness. These are techniques that have been followed in many wisdom traditions throughout the world, and we need to bring them back.

Are you optimistic that more people will embrace these conscious self-healing techniques over the next decade?

Science is now validating things like neuroplasticity, genetic indeterminism, and knowledge about the microbiome and nutrition, and that’s lending a lot of good signs to these self-awareness processes and techniques. So I am hopeful, but I’m not sure that the world at large is ready to embrace it. But slowly yet surely, we’re seeing things move in that direction.

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Sheila Julson is a Milwaukee-based freelance writer and contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the country.

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These Pets Need Forever Homes

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This is exactly what happens on a daily basis in our community. The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department Animal Care & Control (CMPD) and Humane Society of Charlotte collaborate to re-home as many animals as possible by working as a unit.

CMPD is committed to protecting the safety of residents and to create partnerships in the community that promote responsible pet ownership, decrease the overpopulation of domestic pets through spay-neuter programs and place adoptable animals in good homes.

The mission of the Humane Society of Charlotte is to be a community resource committed to improving the lives of companion animals through adoption, spay/neuter and education.

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Sprouts for Pets

Crunchy Nutrition Animals Will Love

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espite their small size, sprouts pack a nutritional wallop with vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, antioxidants and protein. Dogs, birds, horses and even cats enjoy the crunch, as well as the health benefits.

Cats

Notorious for being picky eaters, cats might balk at sprouts being added to their regular diet. Rather than upsetting the status quo, grow sprouts like alfalfa or barley on a handy windowsill for grazing. “My cats prefer self-serve,” observes veterinarian Carol Osborne, owner of the Chagrin Falls Veterinary Center & Pet Clinic, in Ohio.

“Now they leave my house plants alone.”

Both cats and dogs may show improved gastric intestinal health as a result.

Dogs Dogs are more accepting of new content in their food bowl. “Add just a few sprouts so a dog gets used to the slightly bitter taste. Once acclimated, one-eighth to one-

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quarter cup daily per 20 pounds of the pet’s weight is the rule of thumb,” says Osborne.

She counsels against serving Fido onion, garlic, corn or mushroom sprouts.

Peas, sunflowers, radishes, alfalfa and clover are suggested; they are all tasty and easy to grow.

Birds “We encourage people to make their own sprouts.

It’s easy to get quality seeds for legumes or grains from Whole Foods, BobsRedMill.com or Nuts.com,” says Ann Brooks, president of the all-volunteer Phoenix Landing Foundation, in Asheville, North Carolina. They provide educational activities and facilitate adoption of birds, from parakeets to macaws. Sprouts from the store can be risky, because of bacteria, she cautions. “If not growing your own, the only one I recommend is the organic

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Idol is shy and takes his time to get to know new people. He is slow to warm up to other dogs but is working on building his confidence. Some handling sensitivities with his ears, being hugged/restrained. Great for individual or family that can continue his training with meeting different people and can work with his handling sensitives.

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Be sure to get the freshest date possible.”

“One of my favorite sprouts is mung beans, because they appear in two days or less. Birds like the crunch,” says Brooks.

“Sprouts are safe to leave in the cage all day because they are live foods.”

Horses When adding sprouts to a horse’s regular diet, it’s important to balance the intake. “A lot of barns feed forage three times a day.

I know of a couple that feed one meal of sprouts and the other two of hay,” says Clair Thunes, Ph.D., a consulting equine nutritionist with Summit Equine Nutrition in Sacramento, California. “Several companies sell systems for large-scale growing.” The sprouts grow with matted roots in what is called a biscuit, weighing about 18 pounds. Difficult to mix with other feed, the biscuits are fed separately, roots and all.

Instead of sprouting one kind of seed per jar, consider creating a mix.

“Because of sporadic drought conditions, the idea of growing your own fodder became more popular, thinking it might make forage supply more dependable and possibly cheaper after initial startup costs,” Thunes explains. “Owners have a sense of control over what the horse eats, there’s less reliance on a supplier and the seeds are less expensive than hay. Due to moisture and nutritional differences, you can’t swap sprouts and hay pound for pound. It’s best to consult a veterinarian or nutritionist.” Sprouts contain a lot of moisture and have an inverted calcium phosphorus ratio that has to be accounted for she says.

Horses enjoy barley, sunflower and flax sprouts for variety. The high moisture content may help reduce the risk of intestinal impaction and resulting colic.

Good for All “Sprouts are a healthy form of nutrition and a hip way for both pets and people to enjoy greens,” says Osborne. “They’re a great go-to powerhouse of nutrition, often more nutritious than the adult plant.”

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4 Seeds sprout in water or soil. Avoid direct sunlight.

4 Practice good hygiene to avoid bacteria. Rinse seeds several times a day to prevent mold. Once the sprouts show a bit of green, dry them to remove excess moisture before refrigerating.

4 Refrigerate for up to a week for peak freshness, but no longer.

4 Use a mix of seeds or one kind at a time. Discard any seeds that don’t sprout with the rest.

4 Sunflower seeds produce a particularly high volume of sprouts.

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The World’s Healthiest Cuisines What Five Countries Can Teach Us about Good Eating

by Judith Fertig

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mericans love to explore ethnic cuisines and then put their own “more is better” spin on them, like a Chinese stir-fry turned into chop suey with fried rice or a pasta side dish supersized into a whole meal.

“We’ve Americanized dishes to the extent that they don’t have their original health benefits,” says Dr. Daphne Miller, a family physician in the San Francisco Bay area and author of The Jungle Effect: The Healthiest Diets from Around the World—Why They Work and How to Make Them Work for You.

Here are five popular—and healthy— world cuisines, known for their great dishes, star ingredients and health-enhancing practices.

Traditional Japanese

Ingredients. The dietary benefits of green tea, fermented soy and mushrooms like shiitake and maitake are well documented.

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Add dried seaweed to this list. Beyond sushi, it’s a delicious ingredient in brothy soups, where it reconstitutes to add a noodle-like quality, slightly smoky flavor and beneficial minerals, including calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, molybdenum, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, vanadium and zinc.

A study in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition linked the longevity of Okinawan residents to eating seaweed, a staple of macrobiotic diets. New York City culinary instructor and cookbook author Hiroko Shimbo prefers dried wakame seaweed, readily available in the U.S.

Practices. Shimbo grew up in Tokyo, Japan, where her mother helped her surgeon father’s patients by preparing foods that helped them recover quickly. Shimbo believes wholeheartedly in Ishoku-dogen, a Japanese concept often translated as, “Food is medicine.”

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South Indian

Ingredients. South India—including the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Telangana—offers many plant-based dishes that feature coconut, rice and spices such as turmeric, known for decreasing inflammation, according to the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Varieties of dried split peas called dal [dal is singular and plural] are used in vegetable curries and ground to make the gluten-free savory crepes known as dosa or puffy white idlis for a snack or breakfast.

South India native and current Minneapolis resident Raghavan Iyer, teacher, consultant and author of many cookbooks, including 660 Curries, says, “One technique that gives vegetable dishes a lift is dry-frying or toasting whole spices. It adds complexity and nuttiness.” Simply heat a cast iron skillet, add the whole spices and

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Shimbo says, “I eat fairly well, treating food as blessings from nature that keep me healthy and energetic. I do not often indulge in expensive, rich foods.” She prefers eating foods in season and small portions, listening to what her body craves. When feeling the need for minerals and vitamins, she makes a brothy soup with just a little dried wakame, which reconstitutes to four times its dried volume.

A second practice supporting healthy well-being is hara hachi bu, or “Eat until your stomach is 80 percent full.” It requires self-discipline to eat slowly and decline more food. But this restraint supports a widely accepted fact that “It takes about 20 minutes for the brain to receive the message that the stomach is full. If we eat slowly, we get the message at the right time, even if we want a few more bites. If we eat too quickly, by the time our brain sends the message, we have probably eaten too much,” says Shimbo.

One Great Dish: Japanese soups offer nutrition and flavor in a bowl. Shimbo’s Eata-Lot Wakame Sea Vegetable Soup in her cookbook The Japanese Kitchen: 250 Recipes in a Traditional Spirit can be made with chicken or vegetable broth. Other healthy ingredients like sesame oil, fresh ginger, scallions and garlic boost its health benefits.

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dry fry until spicy aromas arise; then add them to a dish.

Practice. South Indian meals usually comprise many small, highly flavored, colorful, plant-based dishes served with rice.

They yield a pleasant aroma and sensation of fullness without overdoing it, says Iyer.

One Great Dish: A vegetable/legume curry such as tamata chana dal, or smoky yellow split peas is simple to make.

Iyer cooks dried, yellow, split peas with potatoes and turmeric, then dry-fries dried chilis and spices, and purées them in a blender for a no-fat, vegan and glutenfree dish. In Iyer’s view, “The epitome of comfort food is a bowl of dal and rice.”

Garden-to-Table Italian

Ingredients. There’s American-Italian, as in pizza with pepperoni and double cheese, and then there’s real Italian dishes dating back to the Etruscans. Healthy Italian starts with the love of growing things. Whatever grows in the garden is best, served simply with extra virgin olive oil; a recent Temple University study found it preserves memory and wards off Alzheimer’s.

Eugenia Giobbi Bone, co-author of Italian Family Dining: Recipes, Menus, and Memories of Meals with a Great American Food Family, says, “My palate was formed with the flavors of homegrown foods. Cooking in central Italy is all about bringing out the flavor of a few very fresh, well-grown ingredients. That means primarily seasonal eating, with lots of vegetables and little meat in summer, the opposite in winter. There isn’t a lot of fuss to the culinary style, which instead depends on interesting, but simple combinations of foods and techniques.”

Practice. Italian families’ view of healthful garden-to-table includes the exercise attained from gardening. “We have a good work ethic in our family,” remarks Bone, who lives in New York City and Crawford, Colorado. “We are of the mentality that physical work is satisfying, even when it is hard.”

From her father’s family, Bone has learned to break a meal into small courses and to eat heavier during the day and lighter at night because this helps maintain a healthy weight, according to many studies including one published in the UK journal Diabetologia.

One Great Dish: Dress up pasta with a seasonal vegetable sauce, such as caponata, an eggplant and tomato mixture, or include primavera via spring vegetables and basil, or arrabbiata, featuring tomatoes and red pepper flakes.

Lebanese

Ingredients. “So much about Lebanese cuisine is ‘on trend’ with our tart and sour flavors from lemon, sumac and pomegranate molasses, a wide array of vegetarian and vegan dishes, plus a tradition of pickling, called mouneh, and yogurt and cheesemaking,” says food blogger Maureen Abood, author of Rose Water & Orange Blossoms: Fresh and Classic Recipes from My Lebanese Kitchen.

“Lebanese cuisine is extraordinarily healthy, fitting squarely into the Mediterranean diet.” Abood lives in East Lansing, Michigan, where she loves to use summer cherries and berries in her Lebanese-inspired dishes. According to Abood, another reason why Lebanese food is so popular is that Lebanese immigrants to the U.S. now outnumber the native population of their mother country.

Practice. Gathering to share food is a hallmark of Lebanese hospitality. “The Lebanese style of eating includes maza; many small shared plates of remarkable variety,” says Abood. “Food as medicine” is also a Lebanese practice, according to a study in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine.

One Great Dish: “Many of my favorite Lebanese dishes are plant-based,” says Abood. “We love to stuff everything from cabbage to summer squash to grape leaves with vegetarian fillings, and cook them in a garlic or tomato broth. Every week, we make and eat mujaddara, a lentil and rice or bulgur pilaf with deeply caramelized onions.” Pair with any Lebanese salad, such as one she makes with sweet cherries and walnuts for “a perfectly healthy and crazy-delicious meal.”

Vietnamese

Ingredients. Vietnamese cooking emphasizes fresh herbs and leafy greens, green papaya, seafood, rice and condiments. A study in the British Journal of Nutrition found that green or unripe papaya contains more healthy

carotenoids (lutein, beta-carotene and lycopene) than tomatoes or carrots.

Practice. The preferred style of Vietnamese cooking is steaming or simmering, using less fat. It also encourages communal eating, with each diner dipping an ingredient into a cooking pot. Cooked foods are accompanied by fresh salad greens, including herbs served as whole leaves.

One Great Dish: Vietnamese hot pot is a favorite of Andrea Nguyen, whose Vietnamese family emigrated to California.

Nguyen, author of Into the Vietnamese Kitchen: Treasured Foodways, Modern Flavors, blogs about food at VietWorldKitchen. com and now lives near San Francisco, California. “This is a slow, cook-it-yourself kind of meal. Set it up, relax with some organic wine or beer and enjoy. Flavors develop and the hot pot transforms as you eat,” she says. “At the end, you’ll slurp up the remaining broth and noodles.” See Tinyurl.com/Viet-ChineseHotPotRecipe.

French Bonus: While croissants and triple-crème brie might not seem part of an ideal diet, rediscover two healthy practices from the French: Eat less and eat together.

Ongoing studies at Cornell University show that we eat less if offered less. When researcher Paul Rozin, Ph.D., a psychology professor with the University of Pennsylvania, compared portions in Paris, France, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Philly portions were 25 percent larger. It’s also reflected in the two countries’ cookbook recipes.

Rozin further found that French diners spent more time eating those smaller portions—perhaps explaining the French paradox: Most French eat rich foods and drink wine, yet don’t get fat.

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

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Garlic (Allium sativum)

“There’s a lot of evidence that suggests garlic supports heart health,” says Rosalee de la Forêt, a clinical herbalist and author of Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients into Foods and Remedies that Heal. A study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition tracked the blood pressure of 79 patients with uncontrolled hypertension and found that the mean systolic blood pressure of those consuming two 240-milligram capsules of aged garlic extract a day for 12 weeks significantly decreased compared to those taking one capsule or a placebo.

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“Garlic may also reduce the duration and severity of colds and flu when taken at the onset of symptoms and each day afterwards,” says de la Forêt, citing a study published in Clinical Nutrition. “I mince a clove and mix it with honey to make it easier to swallow.”

Turmeric (Curcuma longa)

Dr. Lipi Roy, a clinical assistant professor at the New York University School of Medicine and blogger at SpicesForLifemd. com, considers turmeric the golden spice of life. “In addition to its role in Indian and Asian cuisine, turmeric is used in traditional Indian medicine to treat common ailments like stomach upset, ulcers, flatulence, arthritis, sprains, wounds and skin and eye infections,” she says.

A study published in Oncogene concluded that curcumin (the active ingredient in turmeric) was a more potent anti-inflam-

Herbs are not spices although the term spice is sometimes used to encompass them all. An herb is the leaf of a plant when used in cooking. Spices can be buds, bark, roots, berries, seeds or any other part of a plant, and are often dried. ~McCormick Science Institute matory agent than aspirin or ibuprofen. Try adding a little turmeric and ground black pepper to soups, salads and sauces.

Black Pepper (Piper nigrum)

Used in India for 4,000 years, black pepper may be the most popular spice of our era. “Black pepper can increase the amount of nutrients your body absorbs from other food and spices,” says de la Forêt. A study published in Plant Medica concluded that subjects consuming a small amount (20 milligrams) of an extract of black pepper showed an increase of retained curcumin in their bodies. For maximum benefits, grind whole peppercorns directly onto food at mealtime.

Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia and Cinnamomum verum)

“One of cinnamon’s super powers is that it may help regulate blood glucose in patients with Type 2 diabetes,” Roy says. In a study published in Diabetic Medicine, subjects taking two grams of cinnamon daily for 12 weeks exhibited much better blood sugar control. Roy suggests sprinkling it on oatmeal, apples, pumpkin pie and brownies.

Roast chicken flavored with cinnamon and other spices is another treat.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

“Ginger is a rhizome people have traditionally used medicinally to help with digestive issues, including upset stomachs and nausea,” says Karen Kennedy, of Concord, Ohio, a horticulturist and educator at the Herb Society of America.

In a study published in the World Journal of Gastroenterology, researchers

concluded that gastric emptying and relief was more rapid after subjects with frequent or severe stomach upsets ingested 1.2 grams of ginger.

Ginger is also linked to increased circulation and reduced inflammation. A study published in Phytotherapy Research noted that this spice also worked in alleviating migraines equal to the pharmaceutical sumatriptan (Imitrex). According to a study in the journal Arthritis, it’s an effective tool in the battle against rheumatoid arthritis.

Ginger adds a zing of healthy flavor to hot teas and stir-fried veggies such as broccoli, green beans, carrots or mushrooms.

Paprika (Capsicum annuum)

A common spice added to Hungarian, Portuguese, Spanish, Turkish and Indian cuisine, paprika is rich in natural carotenoids (the orangey pigment in many plants with antioxidant power) and capsaicin, both of which may decrease mortality from chronic illnesses.

Another benefit of this capsaicincontaining spice is its ability to control appetite. In research published in the journal Physiology and Behavior, participants that consumed red pepper spice had a slightly higher core temperature and energy expenditure after a meal than the control group.

The study further suggested that those that consumed capsaicin-containing spices like paprika ate fewer calories per day and had less interest in food.

“Paprika is a great salt alternative, too,” says Roy. “Too often, people think they are craving salt, but they aren’t. They are craving flavor, and paprika gives a nice kick to chili, salad, grilled cheese and so many other foods.”

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then reduce heat and simmer until garlic is translucent and very soft, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and add vinegar and honey. Stir well.

Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Tea

(anti-cancer benefits, believed to decrease beta-amyloid and other markers of Alzheimer’s disease) 32 oz water 1 /2 Tbsp turmeric powder 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced 1 tsp olive oil 2 lemons, juiced and can also use zest 5 whole peppercorns 1 Tbsp Manuka honey Boil the water and add all other ingredients into a strainer or tea cheesecloth. Pour the boiling water over it and allow to steep for 10-12 minutes.

Recipe courtesy of Devine Integrative Healthcare, DevineIntegrative.com.

Herbal Fire Cider

(boost natural health processes, stimulates digestion and warms up on cold days) ½ cup ginger root, peeled and shredded/ diced ½ cup horseradish root, peeled and shredded/diced ½ cup turmeric, peeled and diced ½ cup white onion, chopped ¼ cup garlic cloves, minced or crushed 2 cayenne peppers 2 lemons, juiced and zest ½ tsp black peppercorns ¼ tsp paprika 1 tsp ground cinnamon ¼ cup dried elderberries raw apple cider vinegar raw honey to taste Optional: several sprigs of fresh rosemary or thyme dried hibiscus flowers

dried rose hips nettles leaf dried astragalus root Add the above ingredients in blender (exact measurements not required) and top off with apple cider vinegar. If not using a blender then add a glass weight or stone to keep ingredients submerged beneath the liquid.

Ingredients need to stay under the liquid to prevent spoilage. Keep in mind that some of the roots will expand a little so top it off well.

If using a metal lid, line it with wax paper so that the vinegar doesn’t corrode it, then put the lid on. Place in a dark, room temperature cabinet for 2-4 weeks (4 weeks is best).

When the cider is ready, shake well and then strain the roots and vegetables using a cheesecloth or fine mesh sieve. Add honey to taste and store in the refrigerator.

Note: Mountain Rose Herbs suggests the strained vegetables be used in stir-fry or spring rolls.

Recipe courtesy of Of The Earth Wellness, OfTheEarthWellness.com.

Kick-a-Bug Juice

(Good for sore throat, nasal or sinus congestion and ear infections) 32 oz water ½ cup honey (raw if possible) 1 cup apple cider vinegar 1 head garlic 1/3 cup fresh ginger, sliced 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper Put water in large pot with garlic cloves, ginger and cayenne pepper. Bring to boil,

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Take a Tbsp of liquid and one garlic clove every half an hour or more frequently until health is returned. May also pour a cup and sip. Breaking a sweat is good.

Recipe courtesy of Carolinas Natural Health, CarolinasNaturalHealth.com.

Liquid Gold

(anti-inflammatory, soothes inflamed mucous membranes and contains essential fatty acids that help protect cellular membrane integrity) Yields: 2 cups 1 cup coconut milk 1 cup water 1 Tbsp ghee 1 Tbsp raw honey 1 tsp turmeric (powder or grated) Pour coconut milk and water into a sauce pan and warm for 2 minutes. Add ghee, raw honey and turmeric and stir for 2 minutes. Serve.

Recipe courtesy of Empower Life Center, EmpowerLifeCenter.com.

HEALTHY MAIN DISH RECIPES Indian Marinated Chicken Yields: 2-4 servings

1 pound chicken thighs or breasts Marinade paste: 1 /2 tsp turmeric powder 1 /2 tsp cinnamon 1 /2 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 /2 inch fresh ginger, chopped 1 tsp vinegar salt to taste

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Mix the ingredients into a paste, and spread on the chicken. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight. Bake at 375° for approximately 30 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°.

Recipe courtesy of Signature Wellness, SignatureWellness.org.

Pho with Bok Choy and Sweet Potato Yields: 4-6 servings

Mushroom Broth: 2 cups whole dried shiitake mushrooms 1 piece kombu seaweed ½ inch ginger, sliced 10 cloves garlic, whole, peeled 1 stick cinnamon, whole 2 Tbsp black peppercorns, whole 10 cups water ½ cup tamari, divided ¼ cup nutritional yeast 1 cup scallions, chopped 1 small onion, cut into 4 pieces

Topping: 1 medium sweet potato, medium diced 6 oz beech mushroom, trimmed ½ cup refined sesame oil, divided 1 lb gai lan, bok choy, tatsoi, or pak choy, medium chop ½ cup scallion, minced 1 Tbsp ginger, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 pinch crushed red pepper 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast 1 Tbsp sake or mirin Noodles: 2 medium-large zucchini, spiralized 2 tsp sea salt 2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil, divided 1 lb mung or soy bean sprouts, washed and spun 1 /2 bunch cilantro, chopped (optional) 1 jalapeno, thinly sliced (optional)

minutes. Prepare remaining elements.

Once simmered, strain the broth, and if desired, keep soaked mushroom caps to slice and top bowls with later. Keep broth warm, but do not simmer.

Preheat oven to 375°.

Drizzle sweet potato and mushrooms with 2 Tbsp sesame oil, season with sea salt and white pepper. Roast on parchment covered sheet pan 20-22 minutes at 375° until soft and mushrooms are browning around edges.

Bring all broth ingredients to a simmer and cook over low heat for 30-45

Heat remaining refined sesame oil over medium-high heat in a wok or flat-bottomed

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In a large bowl, massage zucchini noodles gently with salt and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil until they soften and release some liquid. Divide into 4 large or 6 medium soup bowls. Top with small handful bean sprouts. Ladle stock over the top, then top with sweet potato, mushroom topper and sautéed greens. If using, destem and thinly slice stock shiitakes and add to bowl. Serve immediately, topped with cilantro and sliced jalapeno (optional).

Optional additional toppings: Sliced avocado, fried tofu or tempeh.

Recipe courtesy of Nourish Charlotte, NourishCharlotte.com.

Warm Winter Cauliflower Cake Yields: 4-6 servings

4 cups cauliflower, broken into 1 ¼-inch florets 1 medium red onion, peeled 1 clove garlic, chopped ½ tsp ginger, grated 5 Tbsp olive oil ½ tsp rosemary, finely chopped 7 large eggs ½ cup basil leaves, chopped 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted 1 ½ tsp baking powder 1 /3 tsp ground turmeric 1 ½ cups Parmesan or another aged cheese, coarsely grated Melted unsalted butter for brushing 1 Tbsp white sesame seeds 1 tsp nigella seeds (also known as black caraway) paprika and cinnamon salt and black pepper

Preheat oven to 400°.

Place the cauliflower florets in a saucepan and add 1 tsp salt. Cover with water and simmer for 15 minutes, until the florets are quite soft. They should break when pressed with a spoon. Drain and set aside in a colander to dry.

Cut 4 slices off one end of the onion and set aside. Coarsely chop the rest of the onion and place in a small pan with the oil and rosemary. Cook for 8 minutes over medium heat, stirring from time to time, until soft. Add garlic and sauté 2 more minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.

Transfer the onion to a large bowl, add the eggs and basil, whisk well, and then add the flour, baking powder, turmeric, ginger, and Parmesan, 1 tsp salt, and plenty of black pepper. Whisk until smooth before adding the cauliflower and stirring gently (try not to break up the florets).

Line the base and sides of a 9 ½” springform cake pan with parchment paper.

Brush the sides with melted butter, then mix together the sesame and nigella seeds and toss them around the inside of the pan so that they stick to the sides. Pour the cauliflower mixture into the pan, spreading it evenly, and arrange the reserved onion rings on top. Sprinkle with cinnamon and paprika.

Bake for 45 minutes on the middle rack until golden brown and set; a knife inserted into the center of the cake should come out clean. Remove from the oven and leave for at least 20 minutes before serving. It needs to be served just warm, rather than hot, or at room temperature.

Recipe adapted from Plenty More, by Yotam Ottolenghi, Copyright © 2014, published

by Ten Speed Press, an imprint of Random House LLC, and submitted by Organic Marketplace, OrganicMarketplaceNC.com.

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sauté pan. Add greens and toss to coat. Add ginger, scallion, garlic, crushed red pepper, and nutritional yeast and toss to coat again.

Cook greens, moving often, until wilted but not overcooked. Deglaze with 1 Tbsp tamari and sake, toss again, and remove from heat.

Warming Congee

(awaken the qi of spring in the body with pungent/acrid foods and spices to boost the immune system. Usually served as a breakfast dish) Yields: 2-4 servings 1 cup white or brown rice 21/2 cups water 1 inch ginger, peeled and thickly sliced 1 inch turmeric, peeled and thickly sliced 1 small stick of cinnamon ¼ tsp grated black peppercorn (try and find Szechuan Peppercorn for an added unique pungent quality) 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced 1 leek, thinly sliced 3-4 medium size shitake mushrooms, fresh or dried 1 /2 cup local wild greens, thinly sliced (substitute kale if needed) 1 /2 cup local free-range chicken, shredded Optional 1 egg 1 pinch of paprika Combine rice and water in saucepan, bring to boil and reduce to a low simmer. Cook until water is gone.

Add an additional 2.5 cups of water, and combine the rest of ingredients except paprika and egg. Bring to boil again, then reduce to simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes.

Add the egg and stir or allow egg to cook on

top. Once the egg is cooked, remove from heat, or continue cooking until the desired consistency is reached. Sprinkle with pinch of paprika (optional) for added pungent flavor.

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Whisk all the dry ingredients together with the water. Once the cocoa is thoroughly blended, heat to desired drinking temperature either in the microwave or on stove. Use 3/4 cup of milk in place of the water and dry milk if drinking the cocoa right away.

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wise words

Ilona Selke on the

Power of Dreaming Big

by April Thompson

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or 30 years, international bestselling author, teacher and speaker Ilona Selke has inspired thousands of people worldwide to create a more fulfilling life by discovering the power of their consciousness.

She’s the author of six books, including Dream Big: The Universe is Listening and The Big Secret, co-authored with Jack Canfield. Her Living from Vision course, available in six languages including Chinese, teaches how to use the power of visualization to tap into our highest potential and deepest dreams in order to manifest miracles.

Born in the Himalayas to German parents, Selke spent her first three years in Afghanistan speaking Persian and German, and then grew up in Germany. She moved to the U.S. at age 20 to study philosophy, where she met her husband and partner, Don Paris.

The couple spent 25 years studying and communicating with dolphins in natural waters, experiences shared through her books Wisdom of the Dolphins and Dolphins, Love and Destiny. They split their time between a geodesic dome home on a Northwest Pacific island and the Shambala retreat center they founded in Bali.

What is key to manifesting our dreams and desires?

It’s a four-step process. First, form a clear description in your mind, positively framed and based on your passion. No matter how big the dream, if you are behind it heart and soul, you will manifest miracles. Next, imagine the scenario as if it has already happened. The third and most vital step is to feel the feeling of your fulfilled wish as if it has already manifested.

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Fourth, create a metaphorical image that represents the feeling.

By applying this method, our clients have manifested a desired pregnancy, funding for an overseas orphanage and redemption of a suicidal teen. In the latter case, the young man went on to focus on his dream of learning jazz piano well enough to play benefit concerts for children being treated for cancer.

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cate part of what appears to be solid matter.

In practice, it means we can communicate intentionally with the universe. When we learn to do so, it responds to us.

How do our thoughts affect our reality?

All our thoughts, subconscious as well as conscious, affect how things manifest around us. If we have contradictory beliefs, it is hard to manifest things. For example, if we say we want money, but somehow believe that money is dirty, evil or undeserved, then we are pushing and pulling against ourselves.

It’s important to dive into our subconscious mind and heart, and deal with the negative feelings that dwell there, such as hurt, sadness and trauma. Make this a daily activity—cleaning your emotional being. Eventually, your subconscious and conscious mind as well as the superconscious will all point in one direction and you will see your desired results. We guide people to build their success, aspirations and dreams in alignment with their deepest values as well as their purpose in life.

Uniting purpose and direction is tremendous fuel for moving in the direction of your dreams.

Why does choosing goals aligned with our purpose make them manifest more easily?

Personal goals and inner purpose are not always aligned for everyone. However, when you take time to become aware of your deepest dreams, you may find that a part of your purpose is embedded in them.

Be aware that many people confuse their larger life purpose with their talents.

Our talents are what we love to do, what we are good at. Yet our deeper purpose actually is to shine more light and share more love. That is the common true root to our purpose.

My suggestion is to read books that share success stories from those that are living on purpose and provide step-by-step instructions on how to get there.

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

Books That Share Inspiring Success Stories Reverend Jim Fuller, Unity Spiritual Center of Charlotte

One of the most inspirational and helpful books I have found is The Surrender Experiment, by Dr. Michael Singer, It’s his autobiography and a follow-up to The Untethered Soul, published in 2007. These two books read together not only inspire, but also give practical advice on how to experience a more miraculous life.

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I recommend Feng Shui For The Soul,

by Denise Linn, for both the feng shui consultant and anyone interested in the topic. Part One: A Home For The Soul, helps you connect with your home environment. There are many entrepreneurs offering cluttering clearing programs.

Denise has introduced this topic, as an intricate part of books and business practices over several decades.

From a personal perspective, I have found the information very beneficial. I had applied the information while looking to purchase our home in Charlotte, North Carolina. This is the book that introduced me to Denise and her business practices. I continue to use the book as a reference regularly.

Theresa Gendron, 203-710-6453, YourSoulLovestheTruth.com.

Reverend Christy Snow, Carolina Center for Spiritual Awakening

The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity,

by Edwene Gaines. As a spiritual coach and minister, some of the topics that often come up in sessions are goal setting, purpose, forgiveness and finances.

In this book, Edwene shares her very personal journey with these topics and guides you to consciously create a life that works and makes a positive difference. Living our purpose and moving freely and empowered in our lives is far from a selfish task. The world needs people who are awake and on fire for life to shine their light into the darkness, fanning the flames of others as they go. It’s time to shine!

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7

NOTE: All calendar events must be received via email by the 12th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. Email Calendar@AwakeningCharlotte.com for guidelines and to submit entries. No phone calls or faxes, please. Or to submit online, visit AwakeningCharlotte.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 3 Goat Milk Soap Workshop – 9am. Make soap from scratch using our farm-raised goats’ milk. This is a production-based workshop focused on the cold process method of soap making with raw goat milk.

Heat oils, manage lye, stir in essential oils and pour the batch into molds. $79. 10715 Shopton Rd W. WishWeHadAcres.com Coming Home 111 – 9:30am-12:30pm. Considering the prodigal’s (and our) adventure and homecoming. Free. Cross & Crown Lutheran Church, 300 Matthews-Pineville Rd, Matthews Initiation-Wisdom of The Divine Self – 10:30am12pm. Recognizing the wisdom of the divine self, examining the purpose of life’s challenges, discover where your journey will take you. Free. 704-8963111. Meetup.com/TheNook/events/calendar/#3 Chi Running and Walking – 9:30-11am. Join Hal and learn how to use natural forces to run and walk more effortlessly and injury free. ChiRunning/ Walking uses the principles of Tai Chi to cooperate with natural forces such as gravity rather than constantly resist those forces which can lead to injury. $40 (or free with Gumbo purchase of running shoes). 1912 Commonwealth Ave. 704-266-1443.

OkraCharlotte.com Gardening Fundraiser for Hope House Foundation Garden Project – 12-4pm. Join Betty Houston, the NC Garden Coach, and learn a simple and effective method to get rid of that insidious Bermuda grass which is so invasive in garden beds. She will also show what plantings she recommends to be used to create a showcase garden in front of the Grove House. Any amount over the necessary expenses for the projects will go to assist with the Hope House Foundation garden project. Hope House provides housing and support services for single unaccompanied women or women with children experiencing ‘situational’ homelessness. $10 donation recommended. 15720 Collie Rd, Gold Hill. 704-299-5124. ellen@sgrnc. com. SacredGroveRetreat.com

Bowspring for Healthy Posture and Flexibility – 1:45-3:15pm. Come learn about this new alignment system called Bowspring. Strengthen your feet, calves, hamstrings and glutes to return the natural curves to the spine. Join Linda Oelschlaeger and put a spring in your step and a smile on your face. 1912 Commonwealth Ave. 704-266-1443.

OkraCharlotte.com Messages from Heaven Medium Demonstration Show – 7-9pm. Experience Evidential Psychic Medium Tara Caulder-Richardson, AKA ‘Southern Belle Medium’ give healing messages of the heart from loved ones that have crossed over in heaven to audience members. $35 ($40 at the door). Elemental Healing Charlotte, 5200 Park Rd, Community Room. seekingheaven@southernbellemedium.com.

SouthernBelleMedium.com Full Moon Drum Circle – 7:30-9pm. Come drum and dance to the energy of the Full Moon. Remember your chair and insect repellent. Rain or shine.

Love offering. 7300 Mallard Creek Rd. 704-5991180. slcofcharlotte@att.net. SLCofCharlotte.org

SUNDAY, MARCH 4 Queen City Center for Spiritual Living – 10:30am, the first Sunday of each month. An openminded spiritual community that has a totally positive and practical philosophy of life. We celebrate the mysticism of faith combined with the clarity of universal principle. We invite you to awaken to your spiritual magnificence. The Double Tree Hotel, 6300 Morrison Blvd. 704-643-4970. QueenCityCSL.com Red Tent Event – 1-5pm. Let’s come together in the Red Tent for an afternoon of connection, nurturing, storytelling, creating and Circle. The Red Tent is open to all women of any age who have received the gift of their cycle. Whatever you want to create, this is a safe space to do it. So, gather your stories, your magic and your love for your Sisters and meet in the Red Tent. $20 donation recommended (covers cost of venue). 15750 Collie Rd, Gold Hill.

704-299-5124. ellen@sgrnc.com. Calendly.com/ Robbie-warren/red-tent-gathering

MONDAY, MARCH 5

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T’ai Chi Chih – 7:15-8:15pm. T’ai Chi Chih is not a martial art, but rather a tool for self-healing designed to stimulate, circulate and balance the universal life force inherent in all of us. Join Pia on Mondays. 1912 Commonwealth Ave. 704-2661443. OkraCharlotte.com

TUESDAY, MARCH 6 Learn to Tarot with Lady Raven – 6:30-8:30pm.

Join our fun and free flowing class that covers the basics of how to use your Tarot deck. Differences between each suit, Major and Minor Arcanas, and will cover three different spreads. $30. Must register 48 hours in advance: 803-818-2133.

2210 India Hook Rd, Ste 104, Rock Hill, SC. RavenMoonEmporium.com

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Sierra Club Tour at The Light Factory Gallery – 5:30-6:30pm. Tour the exhibit, Tree People: An Exhibition from Finland. A photographic exhibition that emphasizes the spiritual connection between humans and nature. Food and drinks afterward at Resident Culture Brewery. Info/RSVP: LindaSueAlley@hotmail.com. The Light Factory, 1817 Central Ave. LightFactory.org/current Guided Shamanic Meditation – 7:15-8:45pm.

Robbie Warren will work with students to bring clarity and wisdom through this led meditation. $30. 1912 Commonwealth Ave. 704-266-1443.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 8 Spring Clean your Mind, Body and Home with Essential Oils – 6:15-7:30pm. It’s time of year to clean out all kind of toxins and create space for more health and wellness. Join Amy Williams for this informational class and learn about the healthiest ways to clear out negative thoughts, detox your body, and cleanse your home for a healthier and more uplifting life and lifestyle with Young Living oils. 1912 Commonwealth Ave. 704-266-1443.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 10 Half-Day Meditation Retreat – The Nourishment of Sitting with Compassion – 8:45am-12pm. Learn and practice new ways to access concentration through relaxation. An opportunity for extended practice beyond your daily shorter practice. Appropriate for beginners through experienced meditators. $20 plus Dana (donation) for the leader (no one turned away). Milford Chapel, Park Rd Baptist Church, 3900 Park Rd. IMCCharlotte.org. Debbie George: yogamom14@aol.com Past Lives and Lives between Lives – 10:30am12pm. Regressing into the spirit world you can directly contact and dialogue with your past soul life. Time permitting, a group regression is possible.

Info event with Carolyn Sheehan. $25. 704-8963111. Meetup.com/TheNook/events/calendar/#3 SoulCollage – 1:30-4:30pm. A creative and lighthearted collage process with Margaret Wyche that allows one to explore their life, inner wisdom, and intuition. $45 (includes all supplies). 5200 Park Rd, Creative Arts Studio. 704-807-3635. Mwyche3@ icloud.com. ElementalHealingCharlotte.com Mala and Mantra Workshop – 2-5pm. In this mala workshop, Bodhi Deva Ma integrates ceremony, intuitive creativity and ancient sound healing practices to help you develop your own deeply meaningful spiritual power object. After she guides you in making your own mala you will learn how to use it with intention. 1912 Commonwealth Ave. 704-266-1443.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 11 Dousing 101 – 2-4pm. Dousing is an excellent skill that helps you to strengthen your connection with your intuition, support your health and wellbeing, and can even assist you in making life decisions.

Discover dousing with Mary Amon. Space limited, register in advance. 1912 Commonwealth Ave. 704266-1443. OkraCharlotte.com Peace Concert and Open Mic – 7-9pm. Join us for a night of positive and unifying music in celebra-

tion of the Season for Non-Violence, a program of the Association for Global New Thought. $15 suggested love offering. The Third Place, 1604 Park Dr. More info or sign up: 980-292-1062.

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MONDAY, MARCH 12 Lillie Marshall New Possibilities Coaching: Small Group Book Study – 7-9pm. Meets bi-weekly to discuss your thoughts, learning and insights. Led

by IPEC coach Lillie Marshall, we dive deep into a book that supports personal growth and expansion along your journey to your truest self. Also meets Mar 26. Sign-up: LillieMarshall.com

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14 Symphony Guild of Charlotte Taste of the Tour Kick-off Party & Silent Auction – 6-9pm. $50.

704-525-0522. KitchenTourCharlotte.com

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our stories of struggle gives us the power to write a daring new ending. Register by Mar 9 at LillieMarshall.com.

Heart of the Home Kitchen Tour – 6-9pm.

Cocktail tour. Self-guided tour of six kitchens in Eastover, Myers Park and SouthPark. $25 ($30 day of). KitchenTourCharlotte.com Kirtan with Andrew Simmons – 7pm. Kirtan is Sanskrit chanting in community. It’s a wonderful way to quiet the mind and open to the divine. The chants are simple and easy to sing. Words are provided. $10 suggested donation. Milford Chapel, Park Rd Church, 3900 Park Rd. 704-619-9029. Find us on Facebook, Meetup and CharlotteSpiritualCenter.org

SATURDAY, MARCH 17 Heart of the Home Kitchen Tour – 10am-4pm.

Self-guided tour of six kitchens in Eastover, Myers Park and SouthPark. $25 ($30 day of). KitchenTourCharlotte.com

FRIDAY, MARCH 16

Feng Shui Remedies – 10:30-11:30am. In Chinese thought, Feng Shui is a system of laws that governs orientation and spatial arrangement with the regard to energy flow. Is the energy in your home/ office blocked? Free. 704-896-3111. Meetup.com/ TheNook/events/calendar/#3

Rising Strong Workshop – Mar 16-18. Presented

by Lillie Marshall, New Possibilities Coaching.

Highly experiential 3-day workshop based on the research of Dr. Brene Brown. The physics of vulnerability is simple: If we are brave enough often enough, we will fall. Rising Strong is about what it takes to get back up and how owning

Yoga Therapy for the Upper Back, Neck and Shoulders – 2-4:30pm. This workshop will address forward head posture, skeletal, and postural distortions that create and maintain chronic tension in this structural “highway”, the intersection where the scapulae, ribcage, spine, and connective tissues all meet. We’ll incorporate anatomy, physiology,

Essential Oils 101 – 6:15-7:15pm. Learn the basics of Young Living’s essential oil line. Free.

1912 Commonwealth Ave. 704-266-1443. OkraCharlotte.com

postural assessment, and a thorough practice to address these issues for lasting relief. 3201 N Davidson St. 704-560-6144. manager@nodayoga. com. NodaYoga.com Reiki Share Circle – 3-4pm. Dealing with cancer, chronic illness, pain, fatigue, insomnia, depression; curious about energy healing? Help your body return to balance with Certified Reiki Practitioners. $5. 704896-3111. Meetup.com/TheNook/events/calendar/#3

MONDAY, MARCH 19 Deepak Chopra-The Future of Wellbeing – 7:30pm.

Deepak Chopra is an American author, public speaker, alternative medicine advocate, and a prominent figure in the New Age movement. Through his books and videos, he has become one of the best-known figures in alternative medicine. He will discuss his new book, The Healing Self. He will provide practical ways to experience higher consciousness, transformation and healing. Tickets start at $25. Belk Theater, 130 N Tryon St. 704-372-1000. BlumenthalArts.org

THURSDAY, MARCH 22 An Evening with Amy Steinberg – 7pm. Come enjoy an uplifting evening of song, music and inspiration with the one and only Amy Steinberg. $20 ($25 at the door). Tickets/info: SLCofCharlotte.org. 7300 Mallard Creek Rd. 704-599-1180.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 23 SAGEST: Study and Gathering for Earthcentered Spirituality and Teachings – 7:309:30pm. A monthly gathering to study and discuss

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earth-centered spirituality. This is an open and welcoming group designed to facilitate open dialogue and understanding. More info: sagest. sclt@gmail.com. Love offering. 7300 Mallard Creek Rd. 704-599-1180. SLCofCharlotte@att. net. SLCofCharlotte.org Sierra Club Outdoor Leadership Training 201 – Training prepares you to lead overnight trips away from cars – a fun training. First aid for use in Wilderness Settings and CPR training are included.

There is a small fee. Hanging Rock State Park. Details: LindaSueAlley@hotmail.com. Meetup.com/ Charlotte-Sierra-Club

SATURDAY, MARCH 24 SHiFT Charlotte 2018 – 9am-5pm. SHiFT Charlotte is the ultimate Mind Body Spirit Immersion for the Charlotte Community. A two-day Youniversity designed for you to relax, recalibrate and renew. Come select from 8 workshops, a Psychic Area with 25 readers, Complimentary experiences, and over 80 local vendors on the floor. $35 online;

$50 at the door. Oasis Shriners, 604 Doug Mayes Pl. 980-277-2927. support@SHiFTCharlotte.com.

SHiFTCharlotte.com Mystical Shamanic Evolution – 1-2:30pm. Bridging ancient reality with the human experience; a fusion of mysteries and magic. Open to all (over 18). $35. 704-896-3111. Meetup.com/TheNook/ events/calendar/#3

SUNDAY, MARCH 25 Pot Luck Lunch and Free Family Film – 12pm.

This month’s film looks at the growing interest in yoga in the US. It’s light hearted, informative and offers some spiritual goodies as it later takes us to India. Bring a dish to share, discussion to follow. Youth Education Building, Park Rd Church, 3900 Park Rd. 704-619-9029. 704-6199029. CharlotteSpiritualCenter.org

markyourcalendar Enhanced States of Consciousness In this experiential workshop with Katie Sutton, you will be given the road map to human consciousness and shown how you can move from apathy to courage and from courage to bliss in the span of a breath. Learn how “peak experiences” can be leveraged to bring about huge leaps in personal growth and spiritual development. You will be guided through 6 multi-sensory self-activation techniques to help bring you to new states of awakened consciousness.

March 25 · 2-4pm $40 ($45 at the door) 155 Joe V Knox Ave, Mooresville.

Register: 704-662-0946.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28 Sierra Club Central Piedmont Group Meeting – 6:30pm pizza, 7pm program: Who We Elect Matters – NC’s Critical 2018 Election. Ken Brame, NC Sierra Club’s Political Chair and former Sierra Club Nat’l Political Co-chair, sharing this critical opportunity to create change in 2018. Politicians in DC and NC continue to push an anti-environmental agenda. The Trump administration is working to overturn long-standing environmental protections.

The 2018 election in NC will matter more than ever for the protection of our environment. Invite others you know who are concerned. Free, open to the public. Mahlon Adams Pavilion, Freedom Park, 2435 Cumberland Ave. gpfeffer@carolina.rr.com.

CharlotteSierraClub.org Sierra Club Central Piedmont Conservation Committee – 8:30pm (immediately following Sierra Club meeting). All are welcome, you need not be a member. We will look at current environmental issues and plan for the rest of 2018. Dilworth Neighborhood Grille, 911 E Morehead St. 704-907-9851.

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markyourcalendar Dr Dream and Healing Bowls Expand your consciousness and raise your vibration with Dr Dream’s high frequency singing bowls, rose essential oil and 6 other oils and 7 chakra chocolates. Dr Dream and his band of Angels will have a selection of 55 Tibetan Bowls (Master Healer grade) at this event.

There will also be an opportunity to purchase bowls for the benefit of the people of Nepal.

April 7 · 2-5pm $25 ($33 at the door) Limited seating.

Register: 704-662-0946.

Ahlara International, 155 Joe V Knox Ave, Mooresville

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SUNDAY, APRIL 8 Goat Yoga is Back! – 2-3pm. Have you always wanted to do mountain pose next to a goat? Join our social goats in the pasture and bring new meaning to your practice, they love yoga as much as we do. As a courtesy to our yoga instructors, pre-registration is required. Several dates available.

Mark your calendars! $12 drop in, season passes available. 10715 Shopton Rd W. 623-282-4325.

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TUESDAY, APRIL 10

markyourcalendar Paradiso & Rasamayi Sacred Sound Concert Embark on this frequency-facilitated journey, individually created to transport each unique group and participant to planes of existence most have never dreamed possible.

Didgeridoos, gem-infused Alchemy crystal singing bowls and angelic voice toning, are the foundation of a powerful experience with greater benefits than the relaxation of a sound ‘bath’ and greater evolutionary capacity than sound ‘healing’.

April 10 · 7pm

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11

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SATURDAY, MAY 5

markyourcalendar Psychic Fascination Fair

A transformational workshop with internationally renowned singing bowl alchemy master-teacher, Rasamayi. Experience the new gem-and mineral-infused Alchemy singing bowls and find the bowl which can expand and purify your home frequency; your perfect energy prescription; your ideal match in singing bowl form: your BOWLmate.

Prominent mediums, psychics, intuitive channeled readers, along with metaphysical vendors. Come out and have a reading while doing some holiday shopping.

April 11 · 7pm

Hilton Garden Inn, 1920 Ayrsley Town Blvd.

$44 ($55 day of event) Tickets: ParadisoAndRasamayi.com 704-599-1180 7300 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte

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SATURDAY, APRIL 21

markyourcalendar The Desire Map Level I Workshop Based on the work of Danielle LaPorte. 1 ½ day heart and soul centered journey where you will get clear on how you truly want to feel in every aspect of your life. You will then use this powerful awareness to guide you in making choices in you life; from the little ones to the really big ones. Join Licensed Desire Map Facilitator Lillie Marshall of New Possibilities Coaching for this in-dept workshop.

April 21-22 Register: LillieMarshall.com by Mar 21 and receive a free copy of Danielle LaPorte's The Desire Map book.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 26 Sacred Earth-Sacred Work – Apr 26-29. Join Creation Spirituality Communities for a weekend of inspiration, growth and celebration of our sacred work on our sacred earth. Whether you are an activist, a poet, a practitioner, a mystic or a scientist, if you are seeking to connect your purpose and pursuits to the spirituality of creation, this gathering is for you. $225. Jubilee! Community, Asheville, NC

May 5 · 10am-4pm Info: Calvert 704-453-9464, Laura 704-661-6974.

FRIDAY, MAY 25 The Masculine Journey – Friday, 10am-Sunday, 2pm. A workshop for men seeking to awaken to the powerful, ancient masculine principles. You will heal the split between the masculine and feminine. This will result in your transforming your relationship with yourself, your results, and the people you love in your life. The Masculine Journey will provide the opportunity for you to: Bring authentic love and power into your family, community and career.

Create fulfilling sacred partnerships with other men and women. Discover where your true power of manifestation lives and bring it alive NOW. Embrace wisdom, passion and purpose. $395. 15720 Collie Rd, Gold Hill. 561-578-9433. kwak@gratitudetraining. com. GratitudeProducts.com/masculinejourney.aspx

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$25 ($33 day of event) Tickets: ParadisoAndRasamayi.com 7300 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte

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on going events NOTE: All calendar events must be received via email by the 12th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. Email Calendar@AwakeningCharlotte.com for guidelines and to submit entries. No phone calls or faxes, please. Or to submit online, visit AwakeningCharlotte.com.

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704-619-9029. Find us on Facebook, Meetup and CharlotteSpiritualCenter.org

Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte - 11am. With Rev Rebecca Nagy and Rev David Hulse. A NEW kind of Spiritual Community, embracing a ‘spiritual not religious’ approach that includes the Universal Truth Teachings of New Thought (SoM and Unity), Quantum Physics, Esoteric Philosophies and The Ageless Wisdom Teachings. Services followed by Fellowship. Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte, 7300 Mallard Creek Rd. 704-599-1180. SLCofCharlotte@att.net. SLCofCharlotte.org Unity of Charlotte Sunday Celebration Service – 10:30am. Rev Marty Bacher leads this spiritual community that offers a vibrant Sunday Celebration Service and inspiring messages. Get a preview by clicking on the YouTube link at UnityofCharlotte.org. Conveniently located between South Blvd and I-77. 401 E Arrowood Rd. 704-523-0062. UnityofCharlotte.org Unity Spiritual Center – 10:30am. “Casual Service”. Positive music, centering meditations and inspiring metaphysical talks. Theme for March “Miracles of Release”, letting go to find the authentic and universal spiritual self.

Milford Chapel, Park Rd Church, 3900 Park Rd.

Carolina Center for Spiritual Awakening – Rev Christy Snow, founder and Spiritual Director.

Where upbeat meets sacred and everyone is welcome. Teaching empowering and practical New Thought principles for living our best life and making a positive difference in the world. See website for more information. 980-292-1062.

AwakeningCarolina.org A Course in Miracles Study Group – 7pm. Ongoing study and discussion of ACIM. Jim & Kay Fuller have been facilitating ACIM studies for over 25 years. Bonnie Briar Townhomes, Elm Ln at Hwy 51. 704-619-9029. Find us on Facebook, Meetup and CharlotteSpiritualCenter.org

monday Harmony Balance Yoga – 9:30-10:30am.

Improve balance, coordination, spine strength and flexibility with the Yoga Oasis. First class FREE. Elemental Healing Charlotte, 5200 Park Rd, Ste 200C. TheYogaOasis@icloud.com.

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Divorce Resiliency Group for Women – 6-7:30pm.

A divorce support group for women who are experiencing or overcoming separation and/or divorce. $40/ session for 10 weeks (through Apr 16). Elemental Healing Charlotte, 5200 Park Rd, Library. sherry@ divorceresiliency.com. DivorceResiliency.com A Course in Miracles Study Group – 7pm. Ongoing study and discussion of ACIM. Jim & Kay Fuller have been facilitating ACIM studies for over 25 years. Park Rd Church, 3900 Park Rd, Rm 206.

704-619-9029. Find us on Facebook, Meetup and CharlotteSpiritualCenter.org

tuesday Organic Marketplace Senior Tuesday – 9am-7pm.

Everyone 55 and older receives 10% discount. Reliable community partner, local source for education, organic foods, personal care products, supplements, aromatherapy, organic wine/beer, and pet products. Follow on Facebook/Instagram for specials.

1012 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia. 704-864-0605.

OrganicMarketplaceNC.com Weekly Daytime Meditation – 12-1pm. Brief instruction period, 30-minute silent meditation, and a short period of questions and answers. Donation. Park Rd Baptist Church, Milford Chapel, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte.

InsightMeditationCharlotte.org Yoga Therapeutics – 12-12:50pm. This class is designed to use adaptations of yoga postures to address specific issues such as improve range of motion, decreased joint pain, mindfulness-based stress reduction, geared towards students beginning

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If you choose to return your Philip Stein goods, please do so within 30 days of receipt in perfect condition and in the original packaging.

yoga at midlife and beyond. Teacher Jeffrey Shoaf. $12 drop in. 2001 Selwyn Ave. 704-927-0774.

MyersParkBaptist.org. CornwellCenter.org Meditation and Discussion –7pm. Meditation (guided & silent) followed by a short teaching and discussion. Appropriate for beginners and long-time meditators. Park Rd Church, Room 206, 3900 Park Rd. 704-619-9029. Find us on Facebook, Meetup and CharlotteSpiritualCenter.org

wednesday The School of Spirituality – 10-11:30am. A bright and energetic on-going discussion of spiritual principles and practices led by Wisdom Teacher Barbara Rulf. Love offering. 401 E Arrowood Rd. 704-523-0062. UnityofCharlotte.org Wisdom Wednesdays – 1:30-3pm. Join Rev Rebecca Nagy as she explores the esoteric concepts that will help you transform your life and ‘dive deep’ into the Wisdom Teachings of East and West.

Check website for details. Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte, 7300 Mallard Creek Rd. 704-599-1180.

SLCofCharlotte@att.net. SLCofCharlotte.org Weekly Wednesday Meditation – 7-9pm. Practice instructions for those new to meditation at 7pm.

Silent mindfulness meditation at 7:30pm, followed by dharma talk and discussion. Donation. Park Rd Baptist Church, Milford Chapel, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte. IMCCharlotte.org Principles for Prosperous Living – 7-9pm. March through April. In this 8-week class we will explore goal setting, purpose, forgiveness, financial abundance and effective tools for moving freely and

empowered in your life. The Third Place, 1604 Park Dr. 980-292-1062. AwakeningCarolina.org Heartfulness Meditation – 7:30pm. This group meets for a period of silent meditation. The process begins promptly at 7:30pm, so we suggest you arrive around 7:15. More info: Heartfulness.org. Unity of Charlotte, 401 E Arrowood Rd, Charlotte. 704-5230062. UnityofCharlotte.org

thursday A Course in Miracles - 9:30am. A transformative ongoing study group open to all. Where philosophy, psychology, and religion end, A Course in Miracles begins.

Freewill offering. Unity of Charlotte, 401 E. Arrowood Road, Charlotte. 704-523-0062, UnityOfCharlotte.org.

Yin Yoga – 6-7:15pm. A yoga practice to increase length in connective tissues, improve major organ functioning, and reduce stress. $20 drop in rate.

1410 W Morehead St. 704-334-9642. Karen@YogaforLifeCharlotte.com. YogaforLifeCharlotte.com Mindfulness, the Foundations Course – 6-8pm.

A lively and engaging course that combines the practice of meditation and the practical application of mindfulness in daily life. $250 (scholarship and payment plans available. Elemental Healing Charlotte, 5200 Park Rd, Library. 304-952-4665. assaadmounzer@gmail.com. MindfulMDCoaching.com

friday Harmony Balance Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Improve balance, coordination, spine strength and flexibility

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saturday All Levels Vinyasa – 11am-12pm. An integrative flow with a mix of traditional vinyasa, deep stretching, and mindfulness. Suitable for students of all ages. $16 drop in or discounts for purchase of multiple class passes. 3201 N Davidson, Ste B. 704-560-6144. manager@nodayoga.com.

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classified Fee for classifieds is a minimum charge of $25 for up to the first 20 words and $1 for each additional word. To place an ad, email Ads@ AwakeningCharlotte.com. Deadline is the 12th of the month.

FOR RENT PRACTITIONER OFFICE/EVENT SPACE – University area. Daily/weekly/monthly basis. Options with attached restrooms and kitchen privileges available. 704-599-1180.

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Rash Relief This powerful herbal lotion is designed to relieve the pain and itch of eczema, while correcting the cause and repairing the skin. A healthy and natural approach to correcting skin rash without dangerous drugs.

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community resource guide

FLOAT THERAPY FLOAT CAROLINA

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 Ads@AwakeningCharlotte.com to request our media kit.

ACUPUNCTURE EMPOWER LIFE CENTER

Camilo Sanchez, L. Ac, MAOM 704-542-8088 EmpowerLifeCenter.com 28 years of experience in acupuncture, Chinese medicine and integrated health. Specializing in identifying and correcting the root cause of your health concerns.

Pain conditions, digestive disorders, stress, women’s health and chronic disorders. Classes in authentic Qigong, Tai Chi and Taoist yoga.

CHRONIC & DIFFICULT CASES HAAS WELLNESS CENTER 3315 Springbank Ln, Ste 102 704-837-2420 HaasWellnessCenters.com

Specializing in chronic and difficult cases and holistic and wellness care. We identify and treat the root cause of your health issues. Call today for a free 15-minute consultation. See ad, page 10.

COLONICS

TWO TREES ACUPUNCTURE

Paula Kearney, L.Ac. & David Bonilla, L.Ac. 1318-A3 Central Ave, Plaza Midwood 704-770-1318 TwoTreesAcupuncture.com

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Migraines Of All Types Chiropractic Headache Expert oncussion & Cranial Pain Syndrome s & Chemical Sensitivity Headaches Upper Cervical TMJ Headaches Fatigue / Allergies / Candida Fibromyalgia / Chronic Fatigue Chiropractic Headache Expert ation / Virus’s / Recurring Infections 2101 Sardis Road Thyroid / Autoimmune / Hair Loss Hot Flashes / Stubborn Weight Loss

Providing private and community acupuncture services, herbal medicine, bodywork sessions, classes and more to the city of Charlotte.

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HC WELLNESS CENTER & SPA 1308 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia 704-823-1577 HCWellnessCenterAndSpa.com

Our principle service is Colon Hydrotherapy, but we also offer a wide variety of other services. We o ff e r b o t h t r a d i t i o n a l a n d alternative therapies to assist clients in achieving optimal health, wellness and balance.

ALLERGY

HOLISTIC DOCTOR OF CHARLOTTE

North, Ste 203 704-776-4185 ptoms, Dr.fdesk@holisticdoc.com Cushing has the s clinical holistic experience, ica’s leading health guru’s HolisticDoc.com health issues.

40 years experience as a Holistic Doctor. Highly effective at treating ADD, ADHD, Autism, Mood Disorders, Hormone Imbalances, Allergies, IBS, CFS/ Fibromyalgia, Headaches. See ad, page 25.

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ASTROLOGY

DENTISTRY KEMPTER HOLISTIC DENTISTRY

Drs. John Kempter and Eric Kempter 1000 Copperfield Blvd, Ste 160, Concord 704-782-0797 KempterDentistry.com Biologically minded family dental office offering 3D digital dentistry, preventative dentistry, safe mercury removal and sleep apnea screenings. In a relaxed and caring environment, all patients are given devoted time. Call the office today to request a new patient consultation. See ad, page 16.

SOUL OF CHIRON

Dorothy Taylor, CH Charlotte 919-889-0457 SoulOfChiron.com Info@SoulOfChiron.com

EDUCATION KENT-COOK INSTITUTE

Sharing intuitive and insightful awareness for healing, direction and success in life for over 12 years. Discover gifts and overcome challenges reaching your full potential and happiness.

Certified Consulting Hypnotist, Astrologer and Life Coach.

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400 N Harbor Pl, Ste C, Davidson 704-896-3111 KentCookInstitute.com Accredited school with classes in meditation, reiki and philosophical metaphysics. The KentCook Institute on Lake Norman has a full curriculum. HSA accepted. See ad, page 19.

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Float Center and Salt Spa 105-D Waxhaw Professional Park Dr Waxhaw • FloatCarolina.com Charlotte’s first dedicated float center offering Floatation and Salt Room Therapies. Visit us to relax, release stress and tension and refresh your mind, body and spirit. Purchase sessions online today. Receive 10% off with promo “floatNA”.

GIFT SHOPS THE NOOK STORE

400 N Harbor Place Dr, Ste C, Davidson 704-896-3111 KentCookInstitute.com The Nook Store, a Divinely Unique Mystical Boutique on Lake Norman, the gem of The Nook. We carry the tools you need for your spiritual journey. See ad, page 19.

HOLISTIC COUNSELING VIVIAN PERALTA-MESA, LICENSED THERAPIST 3900 Park Rd Park Road Baptist Church grounds 704-910-7942 KidsFamilyCounseling.com

Experiencing ongoing difficulties that are not getting better? Vivian offers guidance, in a safe and caring environment, to identify and overcome obstacles that keep you from feeling more satisfied in life. See ad, page 39.

HOMEOPATHY CAROLINAS NATURAL HEALTH CENTER Dr Michael Smith 1114 Sam Newell Rd, Ste A 704-708-4404 CarolinasNaturalHealth.com

C h a r l o t t e ’s o n l y d o c t o r specializing in homeopathy – a power system of natural medicine that stimulates your body’s natural ability to heal, without side effects. Anxiety/ Depression, ADHD, Behavioural issues, Eczema, auto-immune disease, hormonal imbalance, and much more. See ad, page 32.

HYPNOSIS HELPING PEOPLE FIND LIFE SOLUTIONS Heidi E Kent, C.Ht. & Marsha G Cook, C.Ht. 704-896-3111

Manage fears and change your belief systems. Specializing in transcending your circumstances. We offer spiritual support for all people; focus on past lives, Akashic records and spiritual healing.

Relief is an appointment away. HSA accepted. See ad, page 19.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE CAROLINA FAMILY HEALTHCARE Maureen Scott, ANP-BC 704-847-4000 CarolinaFamilyHealthcare.com

Maureen Scott is a practicing adult nurse practitioner who has been Fellowship trained in Integrative Medicine through the University of Arizona. She treats physical ailments and the person as a whole-emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Carolina Family Healthcare is a full service primary care facility located in the Ballantyne area. See ad, back cover.

DEVINE INTEGRATIVE HEALTHCARE, PLLC Stacey E Devine, MD 452 S Main St, Ste 130, Davidson 704-997-5449 DevineIntegrative.com

As one of the few fellowship trained, board certified Integrative Medicine physicians in the Charlotte area, Dr. Devine blends evidence-based complementary and conventional medicine to care for the whole person.

INTUITIVE SPIRITUAL GUIDANCE MARY E. AMON

Mary the Metaphysical Maven 808-283-5249 Mary@TailoredWisdom.com Mary’s spiritually guided sessions refresh energy fields, restoring balance in your life. Discover new tools in Tailored Wisdom sessions that help you visualize your life path, access your selfworth, and develop more meaningful relationships with healthy boundaries.

LIFE COACH FIND THE TRUE ME

Dorothy Taylor, CLC, CH Charlotte 919-889-0457 TrueMeCoach.com Info@TrueMeCoach.com Find a clear path to your true center of power and happiness and reach your full potential through the power of your own mind.

Dorothy Taylor Certified Life Coach, Consulting Hypnotist and Professional Astrologer with over 12 years experience.

LILLIE MARSHALL, ACC, CDWF, ELI-MP New Possibilities Coaching Charlotte • 704-408-2359 LillieMarshall.com

Connect with your true self through coaching, book studies a n d w o r k s h o p s . D i s c o v e r, breakthrough and take action with courage to step into your life purpose. Visit LillieMarshall.com or call today for a free discovery session.

LYMPHATIC CLEANSE JENNIFER DILLON, DC, CCN 421-B S. Sharon Amity Rd 704-333-9991 DillonNaturalHealth.com

The Light Beam Generator is a non-invasive oxygen based detoxification system helping to restore function and assist the lymphatic system. When this circulatory system is congested, the whole system becomes toxic causing chronic inflammation as well as many other issues. See ad, page 27.

MASSAGE JEFFREY SHOAF, LMBT (#14847) Certified Yoga Therapist 726 E. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 309-287-0576 JBShoaf113.wix.com/jeffreyshoaf

Offering therapeutic massage, bodywork, and yoga therapy, utilizing myofascial release, t r i g g e r p o i n t t h e r a p y, a n d physical assessment tools for a collaborative approach to client centered health!

NATURAL DOCTOR DR. MEGAN DING, ND

Charlotte Natural Wellness 10722 Carmel Commons Blvd, Ste 450 704-543-5540 • DrMeganDing.com Charlotte’s only naturopathic doctor specializing in natural cancer support. Dedicated to treating the whole body and empowering you to improve your health using natural medicine.

INTEGRATIVE PEDIATRICIAN INFINITE HEALTH, PLLC

Sheila Kilbane, MD Deborah Allen, Integrative Pharmacist 2201 Park Rd, Ste B, Charlotte 704-626-6771 SheilaKilbane.com Dr. Kilbane is a board-certified pediatrician who trained in integrative medicine. She works with families to find the root cause of illnesses such as: reflux, eczema, allergies, recurrent ear and sinus infections, asthma, constipation and abdominal pain. Deborah Allen leads a gut restoration program for adults.

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NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN CAROLINAS NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Dr Michael Smith 1114 Sam Newell Rd, Ste A 704-708-4404 • CarolinasNaturalHealth.com Diabetes, Depression, Digestive Disorders, ​A llergies, Autoi m m u n e d i s e a s e , ​A n x i e t y ​,​ ADHD. Charlotte’s only doctor specializing in homeopathy. We focus on treating YOU to uncover the cause of your health condition and empower you to better health! S​ ee ad, page 32.

SPIRITUAL PSYCHIC MEDIUM Heidi E Kent, M.A. CM, C.Ht. 423-300-8618 HeidisReadings.com

Heidi E. Kent, co-director of The Kent-Cook Institute, is a certified psychic medium, master palmist, spiritual communicator, numerologist, relationship counselor, metaphysical teacher and certified hypnotherapist. Heidi guides you to the place of “what to do, what to do, what to do”! See ad, page 19.

REIKI A REIKI LIFE ACADEMY®

OF THE EARTH WELLNESS, LLC Dr. Dave Hamilton 10715 Shopton Rd W, Charlotte 980-272-1897 OfTheEarthWellness.com

A community of healing and nonjudgment. You are an individual and encouraged to be an active participant in your own health.

We treat a variety of health concerns from the common cold to chronic illness. Begin your journey today. Plant the seed of health. Grow balanced naturally.

See ad, page 11.

5200 Park Rd, Ste 105, Charlotte 704-996-4079 AReikiLife.com Offering reiki treatment for adults, children and animals; comprehensive reiki educational programs; and NCBTMB continuing education. Nancy Bunt, founder and director, has over 22 years of experience with reiki in both clinical settings and private practice, as well as an extensive background in mind-body wellness. See ad, page 37.

REFLEXOLOGY ORGANIC SALON ORGANIC SALON LKN

591 River Hwy, Mooresville 704-883-6564 OrganicSalonLKN.com

BALANCED ENERGY REFLEXOLOGY Eva Gajewski Charlotte • 704-774-9629 BalancedEnergyReflexology.com

Certified Reflexologist that uses reflexes in feet and hands to promote inner balance. Reflexology reduces stress, improves blood flow, nerve impulses and energy throughout the body. A balanced body is a healthy body.

Harnessing nature’s beauty with professional organic products while creatively designing the ideal hair routine and style to fit your life. Call today for a free consultation.

See ad, page 13.

SALT THERAPY

PSYCHIC PSYCHICS AND SENIOR TEACHERS The Nook Davidson 704-896-3111 KentCookInstitute.com

First Saturday each month from 1-4pm Professional Certified Tarot, Numerology, Palmistry, Medicine Cards, Spiritual Readings. Fees begin at $40. Call today for an appointment. See ad, page 19.

1600 E. Woodlawn Rd, Ste 310 980-498-2895 TheSaltPad.com Relax, breathe and heal in our state of the art salt therapy rooms.

Serving all ages with our Adult and Kid’s Tranquility rooms, and additional healing with our Acupuncture Tranquility room.

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TRANSITION WITH CARE 6135 Park South Dr, Ste 510 704-945-7108 TransitionWithCare.net

When it’s time to downsize and move from a home of many years we understand the details.

O u r c omp a s s io n a te teams of move managers reduce your physical and emotional stress by carefully planning and executing your relocation.

SOUL COACH THERESA GENDRON MSN; SC®T; SC®MP

Charlotte 203-710-6453 CoachingYourSoul@outlook.com YourSoulLovestheTruth.com Soul Coaching® empowers you to have a remarkable and prosperous life! Theresa is a protégé of Denise Linn and is a Soul Coaching® Trainer and Soul Coaching® Master Practitioner.

Visit YourSoulLovestheTruth. com today.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS CAROLINA CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL AWAKENING Rev. Christy Snow, Founder & Spiritual Director AwakeningCarolina.org 980-292-1062

Looking for a spiritual home? Join us for live positive music, meditation, and a message to awaken your Divine Potential. We welcome all people and all paths.

Also offering weekly classes and events.

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SPIRITUAL LIGHT CENTER OF CHARLOTTE

Rev. Rebecca Nagy and Rev. David Hulse 7300 Mallard Creek Rd. 704-599-1180 SLCofCharlotte.org New time: 11am Sunday service and meditation.

Spiritual, not religious?

Looking for a vibrant, inclusive and metaphysical spiritual family that honors you on your spiritual journey? Then SLCC is for you. Weekly celebration service, classes, workshops and more. See ad, page 23.

UNITY OF CHARLOTTE

Exciting Speakers Every Sunday 401 E. Arrowood Rd. 704-523-0062 UnityOfCharlotte.org Unity features a vibrant, joyous Sunday Celebration Service at 10:30am with terrific music, inspiring messages and a warm, welcoming spiritual community. Offering classes and workshops throughout the week with activities that support your health, wellness and spiritual journey.

See ad, page 17.

UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER OF CHARLOTTE CharlotteSpiritualCenter.org 704-619-9029 Find us on Facebook & Meetup

We are a welcoming Spiritual Community grounded in Unity Metaphysics, A Course in Miracles and related Eastern Teachings.

Sunday “Casual Service” 10:30am. Sunday & Monday ACIM study groups at 7pm. Tuesday meditation at 7pm. Monthly special events. See ad, page 22.

THERMOGRAPHY JENNIFER DILLON, DC, CCN 421-B S. Sharon Amity Rd 704-333-9991 DillonNaturalHealth.com

Thermography is a non-invasive way to visualize the health of a tissue. Identify inflammation in breast tissue and other areas of the body. Detect issues early to allow time to make a change before diagnosis occurs. See ad, page 27.

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