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publishersletter Consciousness begins when the brain gains the power, the simple power, I might add, of telling a story. ~ Antonio Damasio, neuroscientist

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o be human is to have a story, and the capacity to tell stories is one of humanity’s profound gifts. We all have stories that we tell, some that are brief and some that last a lifetime. We tell stories about health, work, families and relationships; about what we want and don’t want; about our skills and capabilities; about our successes and failures; about our dreams and aspirations. We tell ourselves stories continually, and that’s natural. Studies show that the human brain is actually wired to remember stories. They provide structure and meaning to our lives. We use them to organize divergent experiences into a coherent thread; to make sense of chaos; navigate life’s challenges and opportunities, and interpret life goals and skills. We also use stories as a powerful means of sharing our life experiences. By sharing life stories, we can help people understand each other better, connecting people together in building community and a sense of belonging around common themes, as well as bridging our differences. We can use stories to inspire and uplift, to educate and entertain, and to preserve our own culture and values. So, if you’re willing to share your story, we’d like to hear it. In particular, we’d like to hear your stories of success, redemption and miracles. We’re compiling a book of uplifting and life transforming stories about people who have figured out how to overcome life’s obstacles and challenges to achieve a life dream. If you’d like to share yours, please email it to Publisher@naAtlanta.com.

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Chastain Park Arts Festival

HemlockFest Promotes Preservation of Endangered Trees

emlockFest, hosted by the Lumpkin Coalition, is an annual celebration being held from November 7 through 9, in Dahlonega, Georgia. The festival and its proceeds are used to increase public awareness of eastern and Carolina hemlock tree problems and to provide financial support for area colleges and universities in their efforts to save the hemlocks. Camping, canoeing, live critters, storytelling, archery, puppets, group games, educational exhibits, yummy food, fire dancers and beautiful music are all part of this family-friendly experience. Participants can play, learn, laugh, dance and create wonderful memories in a beautiful setting as in a variety of fun and educational activities with kids, family and friends at HemlockFest. Now in its 10th year, the festival strives to entertain and also educate people about the crisis affecting the hemlock trees of North Georgia. In the Kid’s Nature Village, modeled after the Dimensions Educational Research Foundation’s Nature Explore Classroom. HemlockFest also provides an infant care tent with rocking chair and changing table for a comfortable, distraction-free space at the main field for feeding and changing little ones.

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Organic Blood Opens Club Chlorophyll

rganic Blood, Atlanta’s first and only holistic night club, located at 321 West Hill Street, in Decatur, is a lifestyle branding company focused on holistic living and living creatively. Founders Malik Zakee and Tiffany Janay lend their collective energy and creative vision to helping people live a more natural lifestyle through sparking health conscious conversations, supporting plant-based food choices and advocating healthier lifestyles. A monthly event called Club Chlorophyll features organic, plant-based cuisines, a superfood tonic elixir bar, comfortable lounge coves for relaxation, barefoot dance floors, high vibrational music and an outdoor tent for smokeable herbs. For more information, visit OrganicBlood.com.

he Chastain Park Arts Festival, held November 1 and 2, is a free outdoor event with an emphasis on the visual arts and giving back to the community. Proceeds will benefit a scholarship fund for local artists, administered by the Georgia Foundation for Public Spaces. The festival event will feature about 185 fine painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craft persons, glassblowers, jewelers and more. Visitors will enjoy artist demonstrations, live entertainment and foods and beverages, and be able to participate in hands-on arts activities and enjoy the festival.

erbalist, author and photographer Steven Foster will present a lecture, Medicinal Plants and the Civil War, at 7 p.m., November 6, at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. He will explain how more than 400 native and naturalized medicinal plants and other botanical resources gained new focus in the South during the War Between the States. With ports blockaded and foreign imports difficult to obtain, experts were called upon to rapidly inventory and develop information on the practical uses of wild-growing plants of all kinds. That information is still relevant today, providing intrigue and interest for gardeners, herbalists, historians and scientists. Foster is celebrating 40 years of working in the medicinal plant field, publishing more than 900 illustrated articles and co-authoring 18 books. He is also a longtime contributor to the American Botanical Council publication, HerbalGram. Admission is free. Location: 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta. For more information, visit AtlantaBotanicalGarden.org.

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Mobilizing the Potential of Youth by Martin Miron

harles Orgbon III is an 18-yearold presidential leadership scholar at the University of Georgia, studying environmental economics and management. In addition to booking speaking engagements around the country, being named a Jefferson Awards Globechanger in 2012, receiving a 365Black Award by McDonald’s in 2013 and appearing in TEDx talks, he is the CEO of Greening Forward, a nonprofit organization that seeks to change mainstream thinking about young people as leaders of the future into leaders of today. He states, “Our organization defines young people as ages from 5 to 25.” Orgbon’s company comprises a fulltime staffer funded by Americorps and a

handful of dedicated volunteers. Far more than an attractive Web presence, Greening Forward Earth Saver Clubs are located all over the world, lining up grantees and sponsors for tens of thousands of dollars in grant money that is distributed to other nonprofits and schools using a demanding application process that includes follow-up reports and even on-site visits when practical. Greening Forward also works with partners on Global Service Days, the largest day of service in the world in more than 100 countries. Greening Forward’s third annual International Young Environmentalists Youth Summit will involve more than 100 young change-makers on March 1 and 2, 2015, in New York City. This youth-driven, capacity-building conference pro-

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vides an the opportunity for participants to gain the skills they need to take their environmental campaigns to the next level, including sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, plastics free, transportation, water quality and more. Orgbon says about his generation, “We grew up in a very digital world, so we understand what that means and how to operate in that kind of society—if we want an answer, we push a button.” But the Internet provides more than information. “I think that young people are growing up in an extremely interconnected world. Social media has connected our world in really profound ways, so I’m able to get emails from Nepal from people who have heard about our conference and want to attend,” he notes. “That’s an experience that would have been unheard of even just 20 years ago.” One of the biggest influences on Orgbon’s thinking is the pioneering work of UNICEF Sociologist Rogert Hart, whose Ladder of Youth Participation describes seven levels of interaction between youth and adults that range from exploitive to empowering. Orgbon says, “I use it as a tool quite a bit to help adults understand the different levels of youth participation and decision-making processes.” Grounded in a pragmatic view of the world, he also notes, “We live in a world where adults have much more societal power that young people; being able to recognize and share that power can be one of the most powerful ways of really creating change, instead of young people working by themselves to create change. Young people need substantive power, and Hart’s Ladder helps us understand at what rung of participation an institutions operates.” Orgbon says, “We don’t see either of those things in education; it’s more assigned and told, versus young people and adults sharing power. If young people don’t have power, that inherently means that educational systems give them no value in the decision-making process about what is taught. Young people should be able to add some kind of feedback, such as, ‘We want our school like this. These are some of the priorities that we think are important.’ The administration should be able to consider those things and, as Roger Hart has noted, what level is merely consideration and what Subscribe to our e-newsletter.

level is really substantive power.” ”Part of my advice to adult-run organizations is that young people listen to other young people. That doesn’t necessarily mean that adults take young people and manipulate them to say what the adult wants them to say in order to get more young people engaged, but that means that they are genuinely engaged, and that’s when they bring their friends in. That’s how you bring other young people into the pipeline. “I have always been in support of a learning style and teaching method that allows students to demonstrate their proficiency in a subject in a very hands-on, creative way. The work of Greening Forward is to get that opportunity by making learning come alive. Some of the projects that we’ve funded combine academic subjects that the students are learning in school with meaningful change and meaningful community service.” For instance, monitoring streams and reporting back to a local water quality agency teaches participants about chemistry and biology, but also provides eyes and ears that extend the state’s resources, providing an authentic service beyond the benefit to the students.

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“That is a methodology we promote in Greening Forward grant making,” says Orgbon. Some of our curricula are related to academic content, but some are skills that young people can learn. As a young environmentalist, how do I do research on my community? How do I find the coal power plants in my community? How do I find the nearest polluters in my community? It’s more youth leadership than anything.” Offering a perspective on the future, Orgbon states, “I think that our Greening Forward is somewhat historic because adults may not be able to recall a time when young people were doing this kind of work when they were this age, and that means that what we’re doing is new, revolutionary and historic! The fact that we can say that means that maybe perceptions will change and it will not be so surprising that young people are entrepreneurs.”

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Cleansing and Detoxing Demystified by Brenda Cobb

etoxification is a necessary component of maintaining a healthy body in today’s world. The pollutants that are present in the air, water, food and our environment can cause the body to become depleted of energy and get sick. To make matters worse, it is difficult for a body to heal from illness or injury when it is still full of toxins. There are many different ways to detox. Eating green vegetables, drinking green juices like celery, cucumber and kale, and staying well hydrated with alkaline water are high on the list of detox methods because of the wonderful nutrients they provide. The juices from these green vegetables and alkaline water can help cleanse the blood and pull out heavy metals, chemicals and toxins. The local supermarket shelves are also full of detoxification products in the form of herbs and superfoods. These can be used to help speed up the detoxification process. Cilantro and chlorella together, for example, are excellent at removing traces of mercury in the body. Many therapies offered by holistic practitioners can also further the process of detoxification and bring about ideal health. Colonics clears out the colon by removing impacted waste and mucoid plaque, thus helping the body absorb more nutrients from food. Enemas, which can easily be done at home, are also an effective way to help cleanse and detox the colon. Use pure filtered water and follow up with a wheatgrass implant for the most intense detoxification. Biomagnetic water therapy, also known as footbath detox, can help balance the body and relieve many symptoms in a variety of ailments. This procedure is best done using a copper vessel filled with filtered water, a small amount of sea salt so-

lution and an electrical orb placed in the water. This produces a complex electromagnetic waveform that resonates throughout the water and interacts in a way that is synergistic with the bioelectric state of the body. Reflexology, a therapy which massages reflex points in the feet, can also help the body detox. Reflexology relieves stress and tension, improves blood supply to all the organs and glands and unblocks nerve impulses that aid in normalizing and balancing the body. Body massage has long been known to relieve muscle tension and stress, and it can also improve circulation and help the body dump toxins. After a massage, it is important to drink a lot of alkaline filtered water to help in the release of the toxins. Indian Head Massage is a specialized type of massage that focuses on the face, head, neck, shoulders and upper arms. Its purpose is to improve lymphatic drainage to assist in detoxification. A bonus with this therapy is that it calms and revitalizes, while uplifting the spirit. Infrared ray sauna therapy helps the body cleanse by eliminating toxins through the skin’s pores, which increases metabolism and helps renew cells. A side benefit for those wanting to shed some pounds is that it helps burn calories, too. Pranic Healing therapy is a powerful, effective energy healing that uses the life force readily available from the sun, air and ground to help the body release toxic waste and toxic emotions. Energy clearing therapy helps get rid of anger, fear, blocked energy and negative emotions from the cells, organs and glands. It is well-known that to heal the physical body, you must heal and detox the emotions. Qi machine therapy is a powerful treatment that drains the lymphatic system, oxygenates the body, boosts the immune system and helps alleviate anxiety, depression and constipation as it facilitates a deep detoxification. Experience has shown that it is often best to combine a series of detox treatments for best results. It also takes time for the body to complete the process of detoxing. Maintaining a healthy diet and regular exercise routine with help this process along and keep up the body’s ability to shed toxins.

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Healthy Holiday at Sea Set Sail on the Caribbean’s Only Holistic Love Boat by Judith Fein

t’s a plant-based gourmet restaurant, state-of-the-art alternative health conference, healing retreat, Caribbean vacation and love boat. This combination was impossible to find until visionary health food guru Sandy Pukel originated the Holistic Holiday at Sea concept 12 years ago. He began by operating health food stores, undertook the production of miso and seitan and organized seminars and festivals, working with many health and nutrition leaders. “So my partner John Belleme and I figured, why not put it all together and create a floating vacation for mind, body and spirit?” says Pukel. He explains, “There are parties every night, singles events and open seating in the dining room, so you get to meet new people at almost every meal.” It’s easy to connect with likeminded folks on custom shore excursions, at yoga and fitness classes and attending exciting, informative and inspirational talks by a dream team of vegan and alternative health experts. “Romances that lead to weddings are a common occurrence,” Pukel says, grinning. “Honeymoons are planned during our voyages.”

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One of the most moving events is the recovery panel, where passengers share dramatic stories about how switching to a plant-based or macrobiotic diet literally saved their lives. Janet Vitt, a nurse and mother afflicted with metastatic cancer, weighed 72 pounds and was told that she had six weeks to live. She had run out of conventional options when she began a plant-based diet. Twelve years later, she married at sea on one of the first vegan cruises. Another memorable panelist, Betty Hoehn, was diagnosed with lymphatic leukemia and then lymphoma. She was so disabled that she considered canceling the cruise, but changed her mind, and completely changed her lifestyle buoyed by what she learned. Her stunned oncologist reported a few months later that she was cancer-free. Many such testimonials can be heard onboard about what happens when people take responsibility for their health and commit to a cleansing, balancing, healing, plant-based diet. “People love the healthy food from the cruise kitchen run by internationally renowned vegan Chef Mark Hanna,” observes Pukel. He and

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Hanna co-authored Green and Grains on the Deep Blue Sea Cookbook. Cruises also include plant-based cooking classes by prominent teachers, including Chef AJ (Abbie Jaye), who signs her emails “love and kale,” and has been vegan since 1977. “I was pre-vet when I was asked to cut the heads off of salamanders,” she says. “I always say I became vegetarian rather than veterinarian.” The down-to-earth chef remarks, “You can make simple, uncomplicated plant-based cuisine or stretch and make it as gourmet or fancy as you like.” She considers cooking fun and wants passengers to feel the same way. Many of them return home with recipes, inspired and eager to experiment in their own kitchens. Passengers also receive helpful, informative materials and take copious notes from talks given by medical and nutritional luminaries like Dr. T. Colin Campbell, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, Dr. Neal Barnard, Dr. Michael Greger and Colleen Patrick-Goudreau. Classes cover preventive care, holistic approaches to life and health, meditation, integrative relaxation, plant-based and whole food diets, alternative treatments and other solutions to problems that plague many people and erode their quality of life. Campbell, who will be featured in the 2015 lineup, is the author of 300plus research articles and the bestselling book, The China Study: Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss and LongTerm Health. He counsels everyone, “Eat vegetables, fruits, legumes, whole grains and tubers, with little or no added fat, refined carbohydrates (sugar, white flour) or salt. The closer one gets to that kind of dietary lifestyle, the better.” National Geographic Traveler has chosen Holistic Holiday at Sea as “one of the l00 best worldwide vacations to enrich your life.” It’s hard to find a reason not to sail on a voyage to well-being. For more information on the Holistic Holiday at Sea Vegan Cruise, from Mar. 14 to 21, visit HolisticHolidayAtSea.com or call 1-800-496-0989. See ad, back cover. Judith Fein is an award-winning international travel journalist and the author of Life is a Trip: The Transformative Magic of Travel, plus The Spoon from Minkowitz, about honoring ancestors. Subscribe to our e-newsletter.

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Powerful You!

Six Ways to Create the Life You Want

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and courageously reach for our highest visions,” says Straub. “Start with what’s working already and the vision of what life can be.” She likens self-empowerment to “spiritual surfing, riding the wave where the energy, momentum and passion are.” As workshop leaders, they encourage participants to transform limiting beliefs, determine what is meaningful for them, construct a compelling vision from that insight and then find ways to manifest that vision. They address six key areas in which to become more powerful and realize our personal best: physical health, emotional health, relationships, work, finances and spirituality.

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ulitzer Prize winner Anna Quindlen had reached the top of the New York Times bestseller list more than once, yet she relates in her memoir, Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake, that she also yearned to be able to do a headstand, but felt she didn’t possess the necessary sense of balance. “That’s just a little story you tell yourself,” advised her personal trainer. Our bodies, Quindlen observes, are major appliances that deliver decades of faithful service with precious little downtime. She admits, “If the human body had a warranty, mine would have run out ages ago.” Still, she clung to a vision: “I want to be strong; strong enough to hike the mountain without getting breathless, strong enough to take a case of wine from the deliveryman and carry it to the kitchen.” Quindlen, who lives in New York City and New England, was also maintain-

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ing an incorrect belief: It wasn’t her sense of balance that was holding her back, it was fear. After two years of trying, she was able to do a headstand. Along with a sense of accomplishment, this quirky achievement was a revelation as she ultimately concluded, “If I can do one thing like that, perhaps there are others.”

First, recognize what we’re already doing right—eating well, perhaps, or exercising—and then add another healthy activity. Cardiologist Suzanne Steinbaum, director of New York City’s Lenox Hill Hospital’s Women and Heart Disease, underscores that much of physical health is within our personal control. “Many lifestyle factors keep us from being physically healthy enough to lead a full life,” she says, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, lack of exercise, poor diet, excessive alcohol consumption or drug use, stress and depression. “The good news is that lifestyle factors are within our power to change.” Steinbaum recommends starting small by changing one bad habit and then seeing how we feel. “Quit the diet soda or the sugar-sweetened beverages. Get rid of potato chips. Go for a walk. Put down your smartphone and spend some focused time with your child, a friend or even your pet. Then breathe… and just listen to how you feel.”

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Emotional Health

Personal empowerment is all about taking a stand—developing the vision, countering misguided beliefs, having a plan and then moving forward to be the best version of one’s true self. David Gershon and Gail Straub, of West Hurley, New York, authors of Empowerment: The Art of Creating Your Life As You Want It, contend that empowerment always starts with a desire for a better life. “We need to learn how to dream, how to boldly

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Our emotions can be allies in achieving personal empowerment, advises Straub. For example, fear can alert us to danger; joy can remind us to be grateful. However, when emotions cause pain and threaten derailment, it’s important to understand why, and then work through it. “Uncomfortable emotions let us know there is a problem to attend to, a wound to work on, thus allowing us to see our own truth,” explains Subscribe to our e-newsletter.

don Miguel Ruiz, Jr., of San Diego, California, author of The Five Levels of Attachment. “With awareness, we can observe our uncomfortable emotions, as they may be showing a belief we are holding that is no longer true for us.” “To work through our emotions, we have to be able to accurately sense what we are feeling and be able to express it in a healthy way,” adds Straub, like expressing anger after a tough commute by punching a designated pillow or shouting into a closet. Furthermore, “We need to change the belief we’ve identified that’s causing the painful emotional response.” Did the guy that cut us off in traffic really do it maliciously? Third, learn to let go of a negative emotion that’s automatically triggered when someone or something presses our “hot button” by immediately considering, “He must have been in a big hurry,” or “She doesn’t realize how offensive that remark could be,” realizing it’s their problem, not ours, and declining to make it ours. Achieving greater emotional calm is a huge step toward personal empowerment.

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Acting on heartfelt emotions can help forge stronger and healthier relationships. “Sometimes, we say yes to a false image of ourselves or hide who we are in order to be accepted,” counsels Ruiz, noting that not presenting our authentic selves in relationships will weaken or replace true intimacy with a sense of loneliness and distance. “Say, ‘I forgive, I accept and I let go.’” This paves the way to being genuine, which naturally leads to greater unconditional love and more fulfilling and honest relationships. In romantic relationships, life coach Martha Beck, Ph.D., author of Finding Your Way in a Wild New World: Reclaiming Your True Nature to Create the Life You Want, suggests ditching the image of two people looking soulfully into each other’s eyes. “Realize that you’re both changing all the time,” she says. Instead, envision two people walking side-byside at the same pace, and a relationship that will continue to refresh and move forward, instead of getting stuck in well-worn patterns. Like naAtlanta on Facebook.com

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Capability is one of the new guiding principles for self-empowerment at work, says Haydn Shaughnessy, a fellow at the University of California-Irvine’s Center for Digital Transformation and co-author, with Nicholas Vitalari, of The Elastic Enterprise. “It’s more about a broad-stroke capability,” he claims, such as public speaking, writing or troubleshooting and fixing machinery. Capability means a strong skill that can be fine-tuned for a specific circumstance; a talented generalist, rather than a narrow specialist. Shaughnessy recommends that we recognize and develop our best competencies in order to equip ourselves to both withstand economic adversity and help push our careers forward.

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Fiscal self-empowerment involves cultivating the confidence that we will be able to obtain more money when needed. Beck maintains that anyone can create abundance that lasts. “Where people believe they get abundance, they will,” she says, as in friendships or creative problem solving. It’s the mixed internal messages of, “I need more money,” with, “There’s not enough to go around,” that can block the flow of abundance in our lives. Beck, who lives in San Luis Obispo, California, recommends throwing a “neurological toggle switch” to turn off the “lack-and-attack” part of our brains and turn on the “everything-is-goingto-be-all-right” area. This is realized through slowing down, relaxing and

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Following all of these first five steps also helps enhance our spirituality. Dennis Merritt Jones, of Simi Valley, California, author of the new book, Your (Re) Defining Moments: Becoming Who You Were Born to Be, calls it “being pulled by vision,” rather than being pushed by pain. The motivational speaker believes that every encounter, event or circumstance is a portal to a redefining moment—a chance to connect with our authentic self. Jones cites seven characteristics of the authentic or timeless self: realizing our oneness in life, reverence for that life, fearlessness because we know we’re part of something bigger, integrity, humility, equanimity and unconditional love. “When these qualities become the norm in our daily lives, we’ll know we are living from the authentic self,” he says. Jones urges us to live “more vertically.” He explains, “We exist on what I call the surface of life, a horizontal pathway where we go about our daily routines. We often don’t hear the siren call from the depths of our being because we are so busy ‘doing’. It’s the authentic self that’s eternally calling us to be who we were born to be.” He describes a “sacred intersection” where we can turn from the horizontal everyday and move in a vertical direction to the depths of our souls or the heights of our imaginations via mindfulness and self-enquiry. Fortunately, every moment of every day offers this opportunity to expand our being. The key question is, “Will we be consciously present enough to recognize the opening and step through the door?” These experts concur there is no finish line for self-empowerment or attaining the perfect place to stay. It’s a “sustainable growth process,” says Gershon, an ideal project for the rest of our lives. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAnd Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS. Subscribe to our e-newsletter.

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your head up with that same hand. Place the other hand on the floor beside your waist. With legs straight and toes pointed, lift the top leg up as far as it will go, then slowly lower it back down. Do 10 to 15 reps, and then turn over and work the other leg.

Cellulite Shrinkers Five Simple Exercises to Smooth Thighs

Back Kicks

An MSNBC health segment recommended this fat-busting move to target all the areas that are most susceptible to cellulite. While kneeling on hands and knees, lift a leg up behind you until it’s pointed upward at a 45-degree angle. Slowly bring the leg back down and repeat the movement with the other leg. Start with 15 reps and work up from there.

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nsightly cellulite, which is comprised of fat deposits just beneath the skin, appears as lumps or dimples, usually near the buttocks and upper thighs, and is most common in women. Building muscle can make cellulite harder to notice and help burn more calories. While cellulite deposits might not be eliminated, burning body fat will make them shrink and be less visible. Here are five top exercises to blast stubborn cellulite.

walking, running, hiking or cycling can help in the overall battle to burn calories and blast cellulite.

Cardiovascular Exercise

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As long as we’re expending more calories than we’re taking in, we will begin burning the body’s fat deposits. As cardio workouts burn calories, they can reduce overall body fat, which also makes cellulite harder to see. Any exercise such as

Stair Climbing

Stair climbing burns at least 10 calories a minute, according to the nonprofit National Wellness Institute, that promotes healthy lifestyles worldwide. Plus, stair climbing has the added benefit of working all the muscle areas that tend to get hit with the greatest amounts of cellulite. Janet Wallace, Ph.D., professor of kinesiology at Indiana University-Bloomington, advises that leg lifts are the best exercise for toning the outer thighs. Lie on the floor on your side, placing one elbow on the ground and prop

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Stand comfortably with feet about a foot apart. Slowly bend the knees to lower your body until both thighs are parallel to the floor. Then gradually stand back up, squeezing gluteal and back-of-thethigh muscles as you rise. If performed consistently, this exercise will increase muscle strength in the thighs and buttocks, which also helps burn fat, according to the Mayo Clinic. Less fat equals less noticeable cellulite. As with the other exercises, start with 15 repetitions per session and work up to more. E.C. LaMeaux posts a body of work at Gaiam Life (Life.Gaiam.com), from which this was adapted.

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cial shampoos, but it gets hair much cleaner,” she advises. Homemade beauty products are a natural outlet for anyone that loves to cook or craft. Make a small batch—experiment with an array of essential oils to create a preferred scent to suit individual tastes, and add or subtract the amounts according to skin and hair types. “Take it a step further and make pretty gift packages with glass bottles, jars or tins embellished with ribbons, personal artwork or anything else that taps into your creative juices,” says Cox. “Your friends and family will be especially happy to receive and use them.” Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books and publisher at Take Charge Books. Connect at Kathleen@KathleenBarnes.com.

any of us have grown disenchanted with expensive, commercial beauty products that include toxic and even cancer-causing ingredients. Fortunately, safe, natural and affordable alternatives—including homemade shampoos, conditioners, moisturizers, bath salts, body scrubs and butters—are stocked at many natural grocers and health food stores. We all want to avoid phthalates, cetyl alcohol, triclosan, sodium laureth sulfate, parabens and many other poisonous chemicals commonly found in lotions, creams, scrubs, oils, perfumes and makeup products that may not be listed on labels. “You want to know what’s in your product,” says Janice Cox, of Medford, Oregon, the bestselling author of Natural Beauty at Home and Eco-Beauty. “If you’re making your own, you’re in control.” Cox remarks, “Ingredients are absorbed through the skin, our largest organ. It’s why some medicines like birth control, pain relief and nicotine patches are effectively applied externally; it’s also why toxic ingredients placed on our skin can be so harmful.” Her recommended solution is simple: The kitchen cabinet harbors solutions to the dry and dull skin that plagues many this time of year, shampoo residues that result in drab hair,

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and less-than-glowing skin due to a suboptimal holiday diet. “Many products require only one or two ingredients and take minimal time to make,” says Cox. “Plus, they cost only pennies. Who wouldn’t choose that over a $30-an-ounce mysterious chemical soup?” Honey is a Cox favorite for several reasons, including its antimicrobial effects: a dab on a blemish or insect bite can zap it overnight. “Honey has high potassium content, making it almost impossible for bacteria to survive in,” she explains. It’s also a good source of B vitamins thiamine, niacin, riboflavin and pantothenic acid, plus minerals like iron, zinc and manganese. In this case, what’s absorbed through skin is literally nourishing our body’s entire system. Honey is also a powerful humectant, helping to prevent loss of moisture from skin and hair. Cox recommends dropping a tablespoon or two in a warm bath to soothe rough skin without stickiness, a conditioning mixture of honey and olive oil to produce silky hair and an apple-honey toner to facilitate glowing skin. She also recommends an easy shampoo that contains nothing more than natural soap (like Dr. Bronner’s), water and a little vegetable oil for dry hair. “It doesn’t foam up like commer-

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Simple Natural Beauty Ingredients Here are a few favorite ingredients for home treatments: n Honey is perfect for conditioning dry, damaged hair and rinses out easily. n Sour cream makes a great facial mask for softening and cleansing a dull complexion. n Green tea is packed with antioxidants and tones skin with no need to rinse off. n Oatmeal can be used instead of soap to cleanse all skin types. n Pineapple juice soothes tired feet and softens rough patches. n Baking soda works head to toe as a hair rinse, facial scrub and bath soak. n Olive oil in a nail soak keeps nails clean, flexible and strong.

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ccording to a poll by the Center for a New American Dream in 2005, three out of four Americans wish the holidays were less materialistic. Traditionally rooted in family, faith and joy, the season can be marred by commercialization. Instead, inspire the whole family to take a “buy less, get more” approach so that everyone can experience the essence of what many consider the most wonderful time of the year.

Raise Awareness

The Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood (CCFC) reports that U.S. companies now spend about $17 billion annually marketing to children, up from $100 million in 1983. Many kids are formulating wish lists year-round, due to the continual bombardment of alluring commercials. CCFC Associate Director Josh Golin attests that the holiday season is a perfect time to start discussing the power of advertising and the techniques used. Teens are especially sensitive to the notion of being manipulated by adults. For children under 8 that can’t yet comprehend the persuasive intent of commercials, limit screen time with all devices. Golin advises that the scope of commercialism has changed radically. “It’s no longer just television commercials, but also Internet, cell phones and video games. Plus, children’s media characters are placed on every type of product imaginable. Think about limiting commercialism in all forms; you can’t just turn off the TV.”

Manage Expectations

Start before the holidays. “Talk to kids about how you’ll celebrate the holidays in your own home, noting that it might be unique. Focus on aspects that aren’t gift-related,” suggests Golin. Plan food-focused traditions such as baking together and special group meals. Generate excitement around

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spiritual aspects of the season or visits from out-of-town family members. When shopping together for gifts, make a plan and stick with it, letting everyone know its purpose beforehand. Resist impulsive purchases trumpeted by store promotions.

Connect with Kids

New American Dream’s Simplify the Holidays guide at Tinyurl.com/SimplifyTheHolidays encourages families to reconnect by participating in meaningful activities such as neighborhood caroling, building a gingerbread house, preparing gift boxes for the homeless, taking a nature hike or making a feeder for backyard birds. Explore volunteer projects as a family, letting the children’s interests lead. If kids are attracted to water, pick up litter along a shoreline. In the spirit of the season, donate gently used clothing, books and toys to a shelter. For animal lovers, contribute time or materials to a local animal rescue or rehabilitation center. Attend community events such as musical performances, plays and art exhibits. Seek out inexpensive or free local activities. Kids are often enthralled by a simple tour of neighborhood Christmas lights.

Gift Buying

Make gift purchases consistent with the family’s values. Golin suggests resisting the temptation to buy the season’s “hot” products. “Resist buying what’s advertised the most. We have power as parents and as part of a larger culture to

believe there’s no such thing as a must-have toy or holiday gift.” Instead, search for timeless, high-quality items that are eco-friendly and fair trade. Try wooden toys for babies and toddlers or a bamboo skateboard for teens. Ads can make a toy look appealing because it’s brandnew and ready-to-use, but homemade gifts can be a more meaningful alternative. New American Dream suggests constructing a rope swing or wooden sandbox for little ones. Given a comfortable timeframe, children can gift grownups homemade green cleaning products or re-potted herb and houseplant clippings. All ages can give away the last book they read and kick off a year-round book exchange. Forego more tangible items by gifting experiences like a zoo membership, bowling gift cards or movie tickets, or make a charitable donation to a cause that the recipient supports. Let friends and family make shopping easier by inviting them to create such a gift registry at SoKindRegistry.com.

Unplug

Always plan for quiet time. It reduces exposure to holiday marketing, creates opportunities for family bonding and fosters independent children. Golin observes, “We can all be better about trusting our kids to entertain themselves. When reducing screen time, we don’t necessarily need to suggest activities to kids. Give them the space to be bored for a minute and be amazed at what they come up with on their own.” Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Mobile/Baldwin, AL (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com).

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ise food choices that optimize digestion and promote natural, ongoing detoxification can help us attain red-carpet shape, professes nutritionist and beauty expert Kimberly Snyder, New York Times bestselling author of The Beauty Detox Foods. She aims for optimum health as the basis for achieving a desirable outward glow. Snyder says she once struggled with several beauty issues. In seeking wellness on the way to becoming a nutritionist, she found that her daily energy level improved after she started making shifts in her diet. She then lost weight, her hair got healthier and her formerly troubled facial skin became clear and smooth. Blogging about her gradual transformation and lifestyle philosophies attracted media attention and a celebrity clientele by word of mouth. “I never looked for clients; they found me,” she says. Today, Snyder counts entertainers Fergie and her actor-husband Josh Duhamel, Kerry Washington, Channing Tatum and Drew Barrymore among the many celebrities she has helped get into better camera-ready shape. Early into her personal transformation, Snyder realized that digestion holds the key. “I never linked my constipation issues with my acne,” she says. “It’s a tremendous amount of work to digest food. It’s no wonder that eating a fast-food sandwich with gluten bread, animal protein and cheese with casein produces a mid-afternoon slump. They are hard to digest together and all at once, taxing body energy,” she explains. “Then, when you feel the inevitable drop in energy, you might turn to caffeine or sugary soda, but that only brings on another slump.” 22

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Snyder, who is now a vegan, suggests simplifying meals and starting them with whole, raw, plant-based foods like salads. She advises her clients to start the day with lemon juice in warm water. If they don’t feel like breakfast, she advises, “Don’t force yourself. Listen to your body, it knows best.” When hunger hits, Snyder blends a Glowing Green Smoothie—what she calls, “the star of the whole Beauty Detox program,” in her book. A batch of three to four servings requires seven cups of chopped spinach; six cups of chopped romaine lettuce; one-and-ahalf cups of chopped celery; one banana; an apple and a pear, both peeled, cored and chopped; two tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and two cups of filtered water. She claims that drinking this smoothie can make a difference in just three days. She also lists 50 plant-based foods for specific body benefits because they are naturally alkaline-forming during digestion and assimilate more effectively than acid-forming animal protein, dairy, caffeine, alcohol and sugar. By improving digestion, we end up feeling more energetic.

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Carefully timed consumption is another key in Snyder’s beauty regimen. She recommends starting the day with a light smoothie, eating foods based on whole plants throughout the day, and then eating a raw salad and a vegetarian meal or some animal protein as an earlier dinner. Eating fruit by itself on an empty stomach helps it digest better than when combined with other foods that take longer to process. On hungrier days, Snyder suggests turning to whole grains such as oats or quinoa, which are high in fiber and lower in fat, or fibrous chia seeds. When energy is low, she advocates supplementing with bee pollen or a protein smoothie. She stresses, “Progress, not perfection,” as her mantra, advising that it’s better to take small steps and keep moving forward rather than try to change everything all at once. She believes that experiencing higher energy and beauty benefits provides effective incentives to continue instead of Subscribe to our e-newsletter.

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Practice Gratitude and Change Your Life by April Thompson “I have started a gratitude journal that I write in every day. When you run out of the ‘obvious’ blessings, it makes you dig deep and see all the small things. I commit to do my very best to never take anything or anybody, good or bad, for granted.” ~ Lisa Henderson Middlesworth “A town can be such a blessing. Neighbors always pull together when there’s a tragedy or natural disaster. The boundaries diminish and yards become one... we eat in each other’s kitchens, supervise each other’s children, share vehicles and generally watch out for each other. I believe it is God’s way of reminding us that we’re one family and each of us provides the strength and foundation for the other.” ~ Colleen Epple Pine

iddlesworth and Pine are among thousands adopting a Gratitude Challenge to help develop their gratitude reflex and cultivate a more positive outlook on life. Gratitude can take many forms, but typically participants pledge to reflect upon and express it daily with the help of email prompts from a sponsor-

ing organization. A gratitude practice can help grow appreciation for the strangers that better our lives. It can also deepen our gratefulness for the significant others we sometimes take for granted. Approaching a milestone birthday, retired businessman Walter Green set out on a year-long journey to visit 44 people

“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.” ~ William Arthur Ward that he credited with changing his life to initiate conversations about their influence, which he recounts in the book This is the Moment! While the relationships were already solid, according to Green, “In many cases, it was the most significant conversation we ever had.” Gratitude is a small act with a big payoff, Green observes. “The person receiving gratitude appreciates knowing they made a difference, but the giver is the greatest recipient. It feels good to express gratitude, plus you are freed from future regrets that you didn’t express it when you had the chance.” Patricia Brugioni, a Christian Science nurse from Chicago, has been sharing three things she’s grateful for on social media on a daily basis since taking a five-day online challenge earlier this year. “I am a grateful person by nature, but now I am claiming the good that is coming to me and learning to cherish things without feeling like I have to earn them,” she says. Connect with freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

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Dragon Dao Yin Workshop – Nov 1-2. Senior Lotus Nei Gong teacher Steve Galloway will help students identify the conditions needed to enable qi to be led within and beyond our physical structure using Dragon Dao Yins. This course supports material from The Four Dragons by Damo Mitchell. For more info: FoundationTaiji.com/Events. Metamorphic Technique Workshop– Nov 1-2. 10:30am-5pm. Learn a unique form of gentle touch rooted in unconditional love and the transformative power of your own life force. Learn to work on self, friends, partners and children, or become a practitioner. Heal Center Atlanta, 270 Carpenter Dr. #500, Atlanta. 404-303-0007. HealCenterAtlanta.com. Chastain Park Arts Festival – Nov 1-2. 10am-6pm, Sat; 11am-5pm, Sun. Enjoy fine art and crafts, local food and beverages, gourmet food trucks, and local acoustic musicians. Free. Chastain Park, 4469 Stella Dr, Atlanta. ChastainParkArtsFestival.com. Callanwolde’s 12th Annual Memoir Reading – 2-4pm. Students from the Advanced Memoir Seminar present excerpts from their memoirs-in-progress. Also includea readings by guest artist, Thaddeus Rutkowski, a New York-based, award-winning author. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta. 404-872-5338. Callanwolde.org. Thai Partner Workshop – 2-5pm. Join Gnosisia Johnson as she leads you through gentle but effective way to relieve tension and stress. Thai massage is an ancient style of body work that combines yoga postures and massage techniques. Experience the joy of giving and receiving while working together. To register: OmThaiYoga.com.

Living Foods Institute Healthy Lifestyle Programs – Nov 6-20. 8am-6pm. 5-, 10-, 15- & 30-day program options available. Hands-on training in the raw and living foods recipe preparation, emotional/mental healing, cleansing and detoxification and more. Fee according to package selected; some scholarships available. Living Foods Institute, 1700 Commerce Dr, Atlanta. 404-524-4488. LivingFoodsInstitute.com.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Onnetsu Training – Sundays, Nov 2-Dec 7. 2-6pm. 6-wk course. Wholecare Wellness Center, 5390 Peachtree Ind Blvd, Norcross. RSVP: 770-710-1527.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Green Wednesday – 11:45am-1pm. An informal gathering of like-minded professionals interested in connecting with others to share ideas on sustainability and green business. 5 Seasons Brewery, 1000 Marietta St, Atlanta. More info & register: GreenCS.org.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7 Southface Sustainable Atlanta Roundtable – 7:309am (networking starts at 7am). Discuss the region’s current environmental issues. Network and learn about Atlanta’s current and future opportunities for sustainable development. Held at a different sustainable site each month this Fall. Southface.org/SART.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Mother Daughter Retreat – Nov 8-9. Bring your mom and/or your daughter(s) aged 11 or older. We explore sacred bonds, herbal remedies, DIY spa treatments, and relax at Namestoy Farm in Cumming. Fresh, clean meals. Gracious semi-private rooms. Register today: DivineTimeRetreats.com. Ayurvedic Workshop – Nov 8 & 9. Weekend workshop with Yamuna Devi. Nov 8: Introduction to Ayurveda, 9am-1pm; Ayurveda & Nutrition, 3-7pm. Nov 9: Ayurveda for Self-Healing, 9am-1pm. $80/1 session; $225/3 sessions. Vista Yoga, 2836 Lavista Rd, Ste D, Decatur. 404-929-9642. VistaYoga.com. Do You Believe in Angels? – 2pm. A seminar with Maudy Fowler and Gail Hunt, award-winning authors with their new book: Angel Whispers. Come and make 2014 a time to listen to your own angels! The Columns at Killian Hill, 2300 Country Walk, Snellville. Registration info: 470-767-1139 or vizMmarketing@gmail.com. Yard Sale – 11am-4pm. Wholecare Wellness Center, 5390 Peachtree Ind Blvd, Norcross. 770-686-3100.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Veterans Expressing Their Stories – 3-5pm. Hear veterans from all branches of service over the past 70 years as they share their experiences through storytelling. Free. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta. 404-872-5338. Callanwolde.org.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Sierra Club Meeting – 7pm, refreshments; 7:30pm, program. Dennis Krusac, a Certified Wildlife Biologist, Endangered Species Specialist/Pollinator Conservation Coordinator with the US Forest Service, will describe the plead of the bees. Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, 2089 Ponce de Leon Ave, Atlanta. More info: Georgia.SierraClub.org/Atlanta.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Basic Outdoor Living Skills – 9am-5pm. Learn how to tackle the issues of dealing with exposure, how to create heat, and the importance of water in outdoor explorations. $95/general; $85/CNC members. CNC, 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell. Register by Nov 13: 770-992-2055 x 237, ChattNatureCenter.org.

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Wetland Restoration Project – 2-4pm. Help us in eradicating privet from the wetlands along the river. Bring a pair of gloves and shovel if you can. Free. CNC, 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell. Register by Nov 10: 770-992-2055 x 237, ChattNatureCenter.org. Raw & Living Foods Banquet Feast & Graduation Party – 3:30pm. Delicious organic raw and living foods buffet and testimonies from students who have completed the Healthy Lifestyle Course. Open to the public. $5-$10 donation appreciated. Living Foods Institute, 1700 Commerce Dr, Atlanta. For reservations: 404-524-4488. LivingFoodsInstitute.com.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Raw & Living Foods Educational Seminar & Recipe Demonstration – 7pm. Learn how to reverse and slow aging, heal disease, increase energy, reach ideal weight and more. Enjoy recipe demo and taste delicious recipes. Open to the public. $5-$10 donation appreciated. Living Foods Institute, 1700 Commerce Dr, Atlanta. Call & leave name & number for reservations: 404-524-4488. LivingFoodsInstitute.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Georgia Perennial Plant Assoc Meeting – 7:30pm. Speaker: Jeffery Drum, Garden Curator, Winghaven, Charlotte, NC. Topic: The Gardens of Winghaven: Elizabeth Clarkson and Elizabeth Lawrence. Open to the public. Atlanta History Center, McElreath Hall, 130 W Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta. GeorgiaPerennial.org.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 Creative Nature, Wildlife & Landscape Photography – 12:30-4:30pm. Learn creative composition ideas, use of macro (close-up shots), low light challenges, use of tripods and monopods, selection of lenses and more. $59/general; $49/CNC members. CNC, 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell. Register by Nov 20: 770-992-2055 x 237, ChattNatureCenter.org.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24 National Parks Movie Marathon – Nov 24-26. This film series connects our nation’s National Parks with stories and photos of each. Enjoy craft of the day from 11am-12pm. Included with general admission; free/CNC member. CNC, 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell. 770-992-2055. ChattNatureCenter.org.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 11 Quit Smoking Retreat in the North Georgia Mountains – Jan 11-17. Holistic counseling, hypnosis, relaxation, gentle yoga, beautiful accommodations, gourmet, fresh meals, hiking and mindfulness meditation support your journey. Experienced, professional staff. 706.878.0036. LindaLDavis.net.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 Vista Yoga Retreat at Xinalani – Jan 24-31. With Marti Yura and Elizabeth Yates. Join us for this exotic week of yoga, meditation, whale watching, hiking and more. 7 days, 7nights; 3 vegetarian meals/day; 2 yoga sessions/day; 1-hr spa treatment. $1,485$2,660. To register: 404-929-9642. VistaYoga.com.

ongoingevents sunday Meditation Service – 10am. See website for complete list of services and events. Atlanta Meditation Center of Self-Realization Fellowship, 4000 King Springs Rd SE, Smyrna. 770-434-7200. SRFAtlanta.org. Stress Release Yoga Class – 6pm. Class is offered for a minimum $5 donation. You Yoga, Me Yoga & More, 8745 Dunwoody Pl, Sandy Springs. 404-654-3336. YouYogaMeYoga.com.

Shamanic Journey Meditation – 11am-12:30pm. 1st Sun of every month. Experience Shamanic Journey as pathway to inner peace, healing and wisdom. Drums and rattles welcomed. Hosted by Gailie Spirit Weaver. Love donation. The Heron House, 102 Russell Rd, Mountain Park. For more info: 770-609-5852, Meetup.com/ShamanicJourney.

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1st Sun–Basics of Meditation by Geshe Lobsang Tenzin. Other Sun– Meditation with Tibetan monk. Free. Drepung Loseling Monastery, Center for Tibetan Buddhist Studies, Practice and Culture. 1781 Dresden Drive, Atlanta. 404-982-0051. For complete calendar & info, visit Drepung.org. Reading Service – 11am. See website for a complete list of services and events. Atlanta Meditation Center of Self-Realization Fellowship, 4000 King Springs Rd SE, Smyrna. 770-434-7200. SRFAtlanta.org.

monday Law of Attraction Meetup - 10:30-11:30am. Phoenix and Dragon Bookstore. 5531 Roswell Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-255-5207. ItsAboutBelief.com. Spiritual Support Group – 7pm. 2nd & 4th Mon. Work on your issues with your Angels! Develop intuition and learn tools for life. $10. Atlanta Unity Church, 3597 Parkway Lane, Norcross. Call Intuitive Counselor Natalie, 510-830-8061. Meetup.com/ Angelic-Reiki-Healing-Night. Yin Yoga – 7:30pm. With Elizabeth Henderson. Vista Yoga, 2836 Lavista Rd, Ste D, Decatur. 404929-9642. VistaYoga.com. Grounded Yoga For Kids – 4:45pm. Ages 5-10. Cafe of Life Grant Park, 1030 Grant St, Atlanta. 404-917-4992. ComeThriveWithMe.com.

tuesday Core Restore – 6:15pm. Opening muscles of the hips and legs while strengthening core muscles! Café of Life Grant Park, 1030 Grant St, Atlanta. ComeThriveWithMe.com.

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friday Environmental Sustainability Board Meeting – 8-10am. Decatur City Hall, Conference Rm, 509 N McDonough St, Decatur. Lena Stevens: 404-3704102 or Lena.Stevens@DecaturGA.com. Monthly Gathering for Inspiration and Networking – 11am-12:30pm. 2nd Fri. World Peace Café, 220 Hammond Dr NE, Atlanta. Meetup.com/ SpiritualEntrepreneursAtlanta.

saturday Gathering of Energy Healers and Holistic Practitioners – 10am-5pm. 3rd Sat. Intuitive artists, psychics, tarot readings, do Terra oils, energy healers, vendors and more. Free. The Center for Enlightened Learning, 760 Old Roswell Rd, Roswell. More info: 770-6091975. TheCenterForEnlightenedLearning.com. Meditation – 10-11am. The only way to truly feel The Universal Presence expressing Itself uniquely in and as you, is through the practice of meditation. “Be Still and Know.” Guided and Silent Meditation. $10 donation; $15 for 2. Juiceez & Etc., 20 Jackson St SE, Atlanta. For more info: 404-4236750, Peoples.V@gmail.com. Yoga for Stiff Guys – 12-1:30pm. Also Tues at 6:30pm. Vista Yoga, 2836 Lavista Rd, Ste D, Decatur. 404-929-9642. VistaYoga.com.

Join us for weekly meditation and public talks. Medicine Buddha meditation practice prior to talks. Free. Drepung Loseling Monastery, Center for Tibetan Buddhist Studies, Practice and Culture. 1781 Dresden Drive, Atlanta. 404-982-0051. For topics, calendar & info, visit Drepung.org. Lymph Detox for Sinus Congestion – 10am-1pm. 30 min consultations and treatment with Sherry Faith Mury LMT, LDT, EMT. Wholecare Wellness Center, 5390 Peachtree Ind Blvd, Norcross. For appt: 404-374-9225. Millennium Healthcare Wellness Events – 7:30pm. 2nd Tues each month. Hosted by Dr. Gould. New topic each month. Free. Millennium Healthcare, 4370 Georgetown Sq, Atlanta. 770390-0012. MH@Millennium-Healthcare.com. Millennium-Healthcare.com. Yoga for Stiff Guys – 6:30pm. With Marti Yura. Vista Yoga, 2836 Lavista Rd, Ste D, Decatur. 404929-9642. VistaYoga.com.

wednesday Law of Attraction Meetup (Woodstock) - 10:3011:30am. Forever And A Day Bookstore. 7830 Hwy 92 Woodstock. ItsAboutBelief.com. Meditation and Gentle Yoga Stretch – 10am. For anyone new to yoga and meditation, or for those who wish to refine their skills. Vista Yoga, 2836 Lavista Rd, Ste D, Decatur. 404-929-9642. VistaYoga.com. Chiropractic Exam and Mini-Treatment – 3-6pm. With Rudy Scarfalloto, DC. Wholecare Wellness Center, 5390 Peachtree Ind Blvd, Norcross. Make an appt: 678-896-2992. Law of Attraction Meetup (Dunwoody) - 7:308:30pm. Higher Brain Living Awaken Center. 7 Dunwoody Park, Ste 122, Atlanta. ItsAboutBelief.com. Raw Wednesdays – 2-4pm. Sevananda working member, Tassili Ma’at of Tassili’s Raw Reality will demo her yummy food. 5-8pm, Chef Laura of Living Foods Institute offers delicious raw food samples. Sevananda Natural Foods Market, 467 Moreland Ave NE, Atlanta. 404-681-2831. Sevananda.coop.

thursday Stress Release Yoga – 5:30pm. By donation, $5 minimum. You Yoga, Me Yoga & More, 8745 Dunwoody Pl,SandySprings.404-654-3336. YouYogaMeYoga.com. Pilates Fitness Barre Class – 5:45pm. Experience a new level of body-mind fitness by increasing your stamina, core strength and flexibility. A complete workout. $16/class, $66/6-class pass. Firefly Studio, 1026 Atlanta Ave, Decatur. 770-595-1335. Fanny@ SomaEnergio.com. SomaEnergio.com.

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