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f people had told us when we married that we would end up running a small business together, we would have said they were crazy. Our professional trajectories seemed wildly different. But something happened over the next 20 years. There were dogs and kids and moves and mortgages (and more dogs), and—as any parent can tell you—way too much to do some days, on way too little sleep. What had begun as a slow sailboat ride had turned into a trip on a bullet train. And so we stopped the train and got off. When our heads quit spinning, we realized that the journey had acted as a centrifuge, helping us sort out what was most important to us. We found that despite our obvious differences, we valued the same things—not money or “stuff” as much as nature, nourishment, health and especially family (dogs, too), and the time to appreciate them. So here we are now, living the dream. Correction: living our dream. And we couldn’t be happier. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, our feature story spills the secrets of other “Happily Coupled” people. As you’ve probably already guessed—Natural Awakenings readers tend to be an astute bunch—none of those secrets involves chocolate, roses or jewelry. (Okay, we were a little surprised about the chocolate.) Instead they involve the less-glamorous things that constitute 99 percent of life. Read the full story, page 18, to learn how five couples are happily navigating life’s journey together. Part of life’s journey, of course, is death, and for many of us, the first death we’ll experience in a profound way is that of a beloved pet. If you’re a pet owner, we encourage you to read our Natural Pet column, “When Your Pet Passes” (page 28), which offers tools for coping with a grief that often goes unacknowledged and therefore unaddressed. (Parents, make sure to read the sidebar on helping kids cope.) On a happier note, we’re also encouraging Chattanooga animal lovers to attend Wally’s Friends’ annual fundraiser, the “Spay-Ghetti No Meat Balls Dinner and Auction,” which will be held at the Marriott Chattanooga Downtown on February 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. (See event details on page 8) Wally’s Friends provides affordable spay-neuter services and preventive veterinary care to area pet owners. Since its founding in 2006, more than 86,000 animals have been altered at Wally’s Friends, whose mission is to reduce unnecessary dog and cat deaths, particularly the euthanasia of homeless animals. Let’s take care of each other, on Valentine’s Day and every day.

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he Community Health Institute at Chattanooga State Technical Community College will host the eighth annual Health, Fun, and Wellness Expo March 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Health Science Center located on the college’s Amnicola campus. The expo is a large, comprehensive health fair that is open to the public, offering numerous free health screenings and exhibits from area health professionals and wellnessrelated organizations. Parking is free and easily accessible. In addition, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office will conduct Operation Medicine Cabinet, a drug take-back program where the public may turn in unwanted medications for proper disposal to help keep medications out of the hands of children and our water supply. Those wishing to turn in medications can simply drive through the drop-off circle without having to leave their vehicle. Pharmacists will also be available to answer questions. For information regarding sponsorship or exhibitor registration, contact Nancy Watts at Nancy.Watts@Chattanoogastate.edu.

Dinner, Auction Supports Spay-Neuter Services

ally’s Friends, which offers affordable spay/neuter services and preventive veterinary care to pet owners in the Chattanooga area, will hold its annual fundraiser at the Marriott Chattanooga Downtown on February 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. Held in recognition of National Spay Day (February 24), the “Spay-Ghetti No Meat Balls Dinner and Auction” raises funds for those who cannot afford that life-saving surgery. Liz & a sleepy Josie Since its founding in 2006, after surgery more than 86,000 animals have been altered at Wally’s Friends, where two skilled veterinarians perform 50 to 60 surgeries each day. “Animals bring immeasurable joy to our lives,” says Eileen Price, director of Wally’s Friends. “We believe that making spay/neuter services and preventive veterinary care affordable and accessible improves the lives of animals and the people who love them. We also believe it is the primary strategy to end unnecessary euthanasia of homeless pets in the United States.” Price says puppies and kittens enter shelters only to be euthanized to make room for more homeless pets if they do

not find a home. “Every year, only about half of our nation’s homeless and lost pets are adopted into new homes or returned to their owners,” she says. “The other half is killed, making shelter euthanasia a leading cause of preventable death for dogs and cats in the US. Our goal is to reach out to those who are not seeking spay and neuter to create true social change.” The February 7 fundraiser includes a seated dinner provided by the Marriott and an auction featuring numerous and unusual items. The $35 cost includes wine and beer. For more information, visit WallysFriends.com or call 423-877-9966. See ad inside back cover.

Organic Growers School Spring Conference March 7-8

egistration is now open for the 22nd annual Organic Growers School Spring Conference, which will be held March 7-8 at the University of North CarolinaAsheville. The conference, which is open to the public, is expected to draw more than 2,000 gardeners, farmers and “foodies” for a weekend of workshops for beginning backyard growers to advanced commercial farmers, plus a trade show, seed exchange, silent auction and children’s program, and pre-conference, on-farm events. The Organic Growers School Spring Conference is the largest locally run sustainability conference in the Southeast. It provides practical, regionally appropriate workshops on organic growing, permaculture, homesteading, urban farming and rural living. This year’s conference offers 70 sessions per day in themed tracks including Gardening, Soils, Livestock, Primitive Skills, Permaculture, Herbs, Alternative Energy, Sustainable Forestry, Homesteading, Cooking, Poultry and Farmers I and II. New tracks for 2015 include Mushrooms and Food Resilience. In conjunction with the conference is the Organic Growers School’s 11th annual children’s program for kids aged 7 to 12, a supervised, full-day event that focuses on the importance of the environment and alternative energy sources. Children will explore the environment through hands-on activities involving plants, animals, insects and food. Space is limited; the cost is $30 per child per day. The cost of early-bird registration for the conference is $45 for March 7 and $40 for March 8. Registration is an additional $15 after January 30 or at the door. Register online at OrganicGrowersSchool.org, or request a mailed registration form via meredith@organicgrowersschool.org or 828-6682127. See ad page 13.

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raveheart Women has added Tennessee to its Global Harmony Tour, which will facilitate a Harmony Circle in more than fifty cities worldwide. The Tennessee Harmony Circle will take place February 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mount Olive Baptist Church, located at 1601 Dandridge Avenue in Knoxville. “The event is free, the experience is priceless, and coming together soul-to-soul is transformative,” says Patti Alcamo, who will host the circle. “Harmony Circles are life-changing events and a revolutionary way to create peace,” Alcamo says. “During a Harmony Circle, women practice bonding techniques in a tranquil environment. They transcend all the labels that usually divide them, such as race, class or religion. The experience promotes personal healing, authenticity, empowerment, unity and harmony.” For more than three years, Braveheart Women’s Harmony Tours have been bringing the transformational joy of the Harmony Circle into the hearts and homes of women throughout the world, Alcamo says. “Previous tours included stops in conflict-ridden Israel and Palestine and allowed Israeli, Palestinian and western women to come together as sisters and create peace,” she says. “Braveheart Women welcomes all women to the Tennessee Harmony Circle. It is an opportunity to meet others on the same journey and reclaim one’s power to create peace.” RSVP in advance online at Be.braveheartwomen.com/ ht2015/ or Meetup.com/Creating-Peace-in-Knoxville/. For more information, contact Patti Alcamo via her website, HolisticMediator.com. See ad inside back cover.

Tai Ji Quan, Qigong Expert Shares Tips

hiaHung (Tom) Shen will be sharing tai ji quan, qigong exercises and some lifestyle suggestions at the February 15 meeting of CHEO, the Complementary Health Education Organization. The meeting, which is open to the public, will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. in the speaker/yoga room at Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Highway in Chattanooga. Shen is trained in the alternative healing arts of Chinese acupressure, reflexology, tai ji quan, qigong and some basic

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Chinese medicine. He teaches free tai ji quan and qigong classes at Chattanooga’s public libraries and civic center. Sometimes called “meditation in motion,” tai ji quan is based upon relaxation of body and mind. Shen says the quiet, gentle nature of the exercise overcomes stress and its related illnesses, and other benefits include improved blood circulation, better posture and alignment and a strengthened immune system. Its only requirements are patience and perseverance; it is suitable for all ages. Qigong—which means “cultivating energy”—is a system practiced for health maintenance, healing and increasing vitality. It involves an integration of physical postures, breathing techniques and focused intentions. Many health-care professionals recommend qigong as an important form of alternative complementary medicine, Shen says. “Learning and practicing alternative healing arts and tai ji martial arts has been my passion,” he says. “I love to see people’s physical condition improve after receiving the alternative healing modalities and healing advice.” CHEO meetings are free and are designed for educational purposes for the public. Everyone is welcome. For more information, visit 4CHEO.org or contact Merry Johnson at newearthsong@gmail.com or 706-952-1608.

Creativity and Spirit Event February 20-21

an Phillips, cofounder and executive director of the Living Kindness Foundation, a global network of grassroots philanthropists, will present “Creativity and Spirit: Releasing Our Creative Potential,” February 20-21 at Chattanooga WorkSpace, 302 W. 6th Street. An acclaimed photographer, poet, musician, author and international Jan Phillips speaker, Phillips is a teacher and catalyst for original thinking and inspired action. As executive director of the Living Kindness Foundation, she helps philanthropists transform creative potential into creative action. Her Chattanooga event begins February 20 at 6:30 p.m. with an Art and Soul Concert, which will include stories, photographic images and music. The event will resume February 21 at 8:30 a.m. with a day of interactive creative exercises to include music, poetry and mental imagery. “We’ll be using many different ways to keep our hearts, minds and spirits connected,” Phillips says. “Please join us at this event to revive your imagination, renew your creative spirit, and inspire new ways of being and acting in the world.” Tickets are $80. For more information, contact Chattanooga Stone Soup at suzanna@spiralquest.com.

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he Center for Mindful Living (CML) is celebrating Valentine’s Day weekend with three programs designed to foster personal peace and relationships. “Valentine’s Day is a time to mindfully respect, appreciate and honor your sweetheart, yourself and all your loved ones, for all of the things that make your life rich and fulfilling,” says CML’s Chitra Gunderson. The events will begin on February 14 with a Centering Prayer Retreat from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The retreat will include several sessions of centering prayer, with time to ask Rev. Tom Ward questions. It is appropriate for beginners as well as those who already have a contemplative prayer practice. The cost is $55 for members or $60 for nonmembers. There will be two events on February 15. From 1 to 2:30 p.m., Rachel Kaufman will lead “Heart-ful Yoga & Meditation,” a gentle practice designed to help participants move inward and embrace their hearts with love and joy. The suggested donation is $10 to $20. From 3:15 to 5:15 p.m., Gunderson will facilitate energy-balancing sessions. “I’ll be using energy tools to surround participants in life-balancing energy to reduce stress, harmonize emotions and facilitate transformation and calm, centered clarity,” she says. The cost is $15 for members or $25 for nonmembers. The public is welcome to visit CML for a tour or to try one of its regular meditations or yoga, tai ji or qigong classes. Coupons are available to attend one of its regular classes for free (coupons do not apply to the Valentine’s Day programs). The Center for Mindful Living is located at 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Contact CML at 423-486-1279. See ad page 21.

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n February 6 from 6 to 8 p.m., ClearSpring Yoga will offer its annual Partner Yoga, led by Anthony Crutcher and Tammy Burns. No previous yoga experience is needed. “In this class we celebrate fun, love and friendship,” Crutcher says. “We do yoga postures together, help each other try new moves, and share in the laughter. You can bring your valentine—or any friend—for a class that enlivens your heart, deepens the connection, and most of all is tons of fun.” The cost is $40 for two people. Space is limited. To pay in advance or for more information, visit ClearSpringYoga.com and click on the Workshops tab. ClearSpring Yoga is located at 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Contact the studio at 423-266-3539. See ad page 23.

Free Classes Explore Zen Buddhism Basics

t’s become almost common to describe things as “so Zen.” But what does the ancient spiritual tradition of Buddhism—and specifically Zen Buddhism—really teach? The Chattanooga Zen Group, in partnership with the Unitarian Universalist Church, is offering a series of free classes as an “Introduction to Buddhism and Zen.” (Donations to CZG and UUC will be accepted.) Each class is self-contained, so that a student can attend one, two, three or all four, and each will include instruction in the basics of zazen, or Zen-style meditation. (It is not necessary to be able to sit on the floor; chairs will be provided for those who need them.) Classes will be facilitated by CZG member Janis Hashe, a long-time Zen student. At least one class will also feature instruction and commentary from Nat Brown, a Zen priest who leads the Nashville Zen Center. “Introduction to Buddhism and Zen” will be offered from 7 to 8:30 p.m. January 14, 21 and 28 and February 4 at Unitarian Universalist Church, 3224 Navajo Dr., Chattanooga. For more information, contact Janis Hashe at 423-622-2862 or jhashe@epbfi.com.

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ietary Guidelines for Americans, published by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, recommends that people 50 years old and younger keep their sodium intake lower than 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day, while those over 50 keep sodium ingestion below 1,500 mg. However, a large international study recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine reveals a different story. Measuring levels of sodium and potassium excreted in the urine of 101,945 people between 35 and 70 years old from 17 low, middle and high-income countries, Canadian scientists found that consuming less than 3,000 mg of sodium per day was associated with a 77 percent increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease. Consuming between 3,000 and 6,000 mg of sodium daily was linked to lower risks of both cardiovascular disease and earlier mortality, while consuming more than 7,000 mg daily was associated with a 54 percent increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease. The researchers added that current guidelines for sodium consumption have been based upon shorter studies that showed only modest results. They also determined that daily consumption of 1,500-plus mg of potassium related to a significantly reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and earlier mortality. Consuming less than 1,500 mg was linked to increased risk.

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study conducted by Edge Research and Sea Change Strategies found that less than a quarter of Americans are fully satisfied with their friendships, and almost two-thirds lack confidence in even their closest friends. Seniors (70 and over) and millennials/Gen Ys (16 to 34) are more likely to be extremely satisfied than Gen X-ers (35 to 49) or baby boomers (50 to 69), indicating the existence of a midlife friendship slump. The research was based on a selfreported survey of 1,016 Americans ages 16 and up. Across all demographics, people that report they have more close friends feel happier and are more fulfilled than those that say they have few or no friends. The majority also prefer deeper friendships with fewer friends over just having more friends. Qualities that most people look for in friends are loyalty, honesty, goodness and reliability in a crisis. Among the attributes considered least important are similar political or religious views and physical attractiveness, which ranked last. The use of social media appears unrelated to the number or quality of friendships or overall friendship satisfaction. People that attend religious services at least once a week are twice as likely to be completely satisfied with their friendships than those that rarely or never attend such services. The researchers concluded, “Those seeking more fulfillment from their friendships should invest disproportionate time and energy in the relationships they consider close.”

Our inclination to position ourselves near fire is a year-round lure nationwide. Yet, the traditional ingredient in both indoor fireplaces in the north and outdoor fire pits in the south should give shivers to the eco-minded. In addition to causing considerable air pollution, wood smoke contains carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides and fine particulates that can aggravate asthma, allergies and other health conditions. Eco-friendly firelogs—many made of recycled biomass products like compressed wood sawdust, ground nutshells and other ingredients—provide low-emission and petroleum-free alternatives to cordwood. According to GreenAmerica.org, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommends manufactured logs over wood to cut air pollutants. Major manufacturers noted by ApartmentTherapy.com include Java, which uses coffee grounds; Energy Log briquettes made from recycled mill waste; and TerraCycle, ShredMaster Ltd. and CleanFlame, all of which use recycled and repurposed cardboard. In addition to producing greater heat, some of these logs even produce a natural crackling sound without throwing sparks. Inserts—basically a stove that fits into existing fireplaces—provide a genuine fireside feeling, but with green benefits. An EPA-certified stove or insert is built to burn cleaner and more efficiently, dramatically reducing fine particle emissions and pollution over older models. However, while a propane gas stove insert burns even cleaner and is easier to operate, it uses nonrenewable fuel. Consider wood pellet models that burn ultra-compressed wood and biomass of olive, corn and cherry pits. Outdoor steel fire pits that can burn firelogs have grown popular in warmer regions, and equipment manufacturers have responded. Tripods suspend swivel and free-standing grills over the pit for direct cooking or to hold cast iron kettles. Special outdoor tables also afford a gathering spot around friendly flames. Avoid gas and electric models as eco-no-nos. If real wood is a must, be selective. Firewood that looks a little rough is more likely to come from over-mature trees of the kind that can be removed without affecting the health of its forest (WoodHeat.org). Product packages of Pioneer Processors firewood attest that it “never uses endangered wood species and always purchases from well-managed forests.”

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European Eco-Cooperation Linking Oceans and Human Health

EurOcean 2014, convened by the Italian Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the European Marine Board, the European Commission and three Italian partner institutions—the National Research Council, National Inter-university Consortium for Ocean Science and the National Institute of Oceanography and Experimental Geophysics—has issued the first of 18 priorities cited in a declaration that adds momentum to a European Marine Board report, Linking Oceans and Human Health (Tinyurl.com/ OceansAndHealth). Participants identified four high-level policy goals: valuing the ocean; capitalizing on European leadership; advancing ocean knowledge; and breaking scientific barriers. Newly discovered toxic nanoparticles and swelling micro-plastic marine pollution, with concerns emerging about higher seawater temperatures incubating chemical carcinogens, pose several new perils to human health. Jan Mees, chair of the European Marine Board, states, “To truly progress our knowledge, European scientists across a broad range of disciplines and domains must make a quantum leap towards holistic approaches and integrated research on a scale that will help us to much better understand, protect, manage and sustainably exploit the seas and oceans that surround us. This is a grand challenge; not just in Europe, but for human society as a whole.”

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Climate Change Pledges Predict Progress President Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping have both made ambitious pledges to combat climate change. Jinping pledged that China’s CO2 emissions would peak around 2030; the first time that Beijing has set such a target. Obama promised that by 2025, the U.S. will have reduced its emissions by 23 to 26 percent from 2005 levels, twice as much as Washington had previously offered. The carbon emission deal that has been reached between China and the United States is a promising breakthrough. The world’s biggest economies account for one-third of the planet’s emissions, so their initiative should help persuade other countries to reach a global emissions agreement at a United Nations climate summit next year in Paris. President Obama faces opposition in the Republican-controlled Congress, although aides say he can act unilaterally. Moreover, rapidly evolving energy conditions in the United States, from the increased supply of natural gas to the expansion of renewable energies, will ease the pain of carbon cuts.

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2014 Global Peace Index The world has become less peaceful over the last seven years, according to the 2014 Global Peace Index. It measures peace in 162 countries according to 22 indicators that gauge both the absence and fear of violence. This is the seventh year the index has been produced. Results from the 2014 Global Peace Index show that since 2008, 111 countries have deteriorated in levels of peace, while 51 increased. Europe retains its position as the most peaceful region, with 14 of the top 20 most peaceful countries. The world has become significantly less peaceful over the last year, mainly due to a rise in terrorist activity, conflicts being fought, and refugees and other displaced people. As for the human toll, 500 million people live in countries at risk of instability and conflict, 200 million of whom live below the poverty line. The global economic impact of violence reached $9.8 trillion last year, equal to twice the total gross domestic product of Africa. Visit VisionOfHumanity.org to explore the interactive peace map and download the report. Watch a video at Tinyurl.com/GlobalPeaceVideo.

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Happily Coupled Creating Loving Relationships that Thrive by Judith Fertig

“To be fully seen by somebody… and be loved anyhow— this is a human offering that can border on miraculous.” ~ Elizabeth Gilbert

t the conclusion of her bestselling memoir, Eat Pray Love, author Elizabeth Gilbert had fallen in love with Jose Nunes (called Felipe in the book), a Brazilian living in Indonesia. The divorced Gilbert, reluctant to have her heart broken again, had vowed never to remarry… yet ultimately changed her mind when U.S. immigration law presented her with multiple choices: marry so they could live together in this country, stay single and live as ex-pat partners or say goodbye to Nunes. Gilbert chose a marital partnership that suits the shared life they want: honest and, after years of travel, settled in one place. She says, “For the first time in my life, living in a small town with

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The spark that ignites such a partnership is love, which is “primarily about connection,” says Barbara Fredrickson, Ph.D., a positivity expert and author of Love 2.0: How Our Supreme Emotion

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Affects Everything We Feel, Think, Do, and Become. “It’s vital to our health and happiness, affecting our brains and bodies at the cellular level. “We were born to love,” emphasizes Fredrickson, who also serves as a psychology professor and director of the Positive Emotions and Psychophysiology Laboratory at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. “The evidence comes from research that shows how our brain and nervous system are designed to enhance our chances of experiencing it.” When we share positive emotions with another person, experience a synchrony between their biochemistry and behaviors and ours, plus exhibit mutual care, love can bloom, whether we stay happily single or decide to pursue a committed relationship. She calls this triple-action sequence “positivity resonance”. Love, she observes, is less a smooth, solid path than momentary experiences of connection.

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The more areas of connection we have with our partners, the more opportunities we have to positively resonate every day, adds Frederickson. Thomas G. Plante, Ph.D., a psychology professor at California’s Santa Clara University and adjunct clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine, agrees. “Long-term relationships, like marriages, are partnerships in living,” according to Plante. “The vast majority of the time couples are together they’re not having hot sex, but are sharing a practical day-to-day life together.” Shared activities aren’t always exciting or glamorous. Raising children, working, managing a home, cooking and cleaning, shopping, being with friends and family and the rest of regular daily living is where the rubber meets the road in relationship satisfaction, observes Plante. “If couples aren’t compatible in these areas, then the connection and attraction will inevitably atrophy, tensions emerge and too often, relationships fracture and fall apart.” Compatibility means different things to different people, and require-

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“Seventy-five to 80 percent of all chemistry evaporates within six to eight months unless the relationship is significantly undergirded by deeper and more durable compatibility.” ~Neil Clark Warren of mutual respect, trust and kindness,” reflects Barbara. “Part of our connection is that we have shared history and never take each other for granted.” Making long-distance work. Lisa Ekus, who runs the full-service culinary talent agency The Lisa Ekus Group, in Hatfield, Massachusetts, had been married twice and already raised her two children when she met Atlanta Chef Virginia Willis. They got to know each other through culinary events and to their surprise, fell in love. Over the past six years they’ve evolved a relationship that works for them—keeping a deep personal connection, but maintaining separate residences. Cookbook author Willis gardens, develops recipes and writes for her Food Network blog, “Down Home Comfort,” at Ekus’ New England compound in the summers; Ekus travels to the South during cold months. They also meet up as often as they can at conferences, food and wine festivals and other events during the rest of the year. “We are both smart, professional women who love what we do, have strong ethics and a high level of self-expectation in how we work,” says Ekus. “We are also best friends and work together professionally. The respect we have for each other and our work is instrumental in our relationship.” “We often joke about the North/ South, fast/slow cultural difference,” Ekus notes. “I’m more spontaneous; Virginia is more thoughtful in her responses. I tend to move fast and focus on checking off items, while Virginia is more about the journey and being in the moment. It often makes us each take stock and consider what we’re

doing and saying.” “Marriages based on lin lost her husband, Michael, a university They make the a mutual desire to geographic separation college professor, she work despite its inher- serve and inspire grow felt bereft and overwhelmed. The pair ent long-distance continually in richness had owned a country complications via consistent communiand beauty, and are property near Cleveland, Ohio, where cation, saying good a benediction to all they boarded horses. morning and good night every day by who know of them.” Susan realized, “I couldn’t keep up phone and texting ofwith everything on ten. They hold regular ~ Meher Baba my own,” and Jake agent/author meetings to make professional plans and person- Marshall, a musician friend of Michael’s, offered to help. Over time, Susan and al calendar meetings at least weekly, Jake became close, and they now live recognizing and respecting what is together. important to each of them. Although Jake is a great supporter Bridging the age gap. Karen and in many ways, he’s not in a position to Dick Eagle, from St. Louis, Missouri, are help financially. Susan depends on her 16 years apart in age, but are close in late husband’s insurance and pension the ways that count. Both are strongbenefits, which she would lose if she minded and still vie to get their own remarries. “Jake is so laid back and easy way even after 30 years of marriage. to be with, I can relax,” says Susan. “We argue over the stupidest things, Michael, on the other hand, always and then resolve our disagreements seemed to fill a room. Jake helps Susan and realize how good we have it,” says with chores around the property and she Karen.

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Working out as a couple, sharing a creative project or making a gourmet meal together can do more than keep partners feeling connected. Shared activities also keep the positive experiences ongoing and resonating. “That special bond and the commitments people often build around it are the products of love, the results of the many smaller moments in which love infuses you,” maintains Fredrickson. Such moments not only accumulate, but can also be stored in memory and banked to feed a relationship during the tougher times. “Love is something we should recultivate every day,” she says. A loving partnership is always a work in progress. Judith Fertig is a freelance writer from Overland Park, KS.

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alcohol consumption or low levels of serum zinc) and insulin resistance can further reduce a man’s free testosterone levels. Because the drop in testosterone is more gradual, the symptoms of andropause appear over a longer period of time compared to the female menopause. Symptoms present slowly, with a loss of overall energy, thinning bones and muscles, depression, increased body fat and impaired sexual function. Testosterone deficiency has also been linked to hypertension, obesity and an increased risk of heart disease. Men who have heart attacks often have lower levels of testosterone and higher levels of estrogen. Low free testosterone is an independent predictor of the degree of coronary artery disease in men, and it is also a common characteristic in men suffering from heart failure. Testosterone replacement has been shown to increase cardiac output in some men with congestive heart failure.

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ill Crosby, owner and founder of the Conscious Dating Network, has focused on spiritual development and meditation for more than 30 years. Working as a director for the granddaddy of the original onsite photo/video dating companies, which included interviewing 6,000-plus singles, sparked a desire to create a venue for spiritually conscious singles to meet. So, 15 years ago, she created her flagship online dating site, SpiritualSingles.com. NaturalAwakeningsSingles.com, launched two years ago as part of the network, shares the same database of members as SpiritualSingles.com and many affiliated conscious dating sites in the network. Today, the Conscious Dating Network is the largest of its kind. From Mount Shasta, California, Crosby leads a team of specialists that care for members’ needs and provide a loving, inspiring site for singles to meet their beloveds.

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What have proved to be your all-time favorite tips for online dating success? By healing past traumas, loving and forgiving ourselves, and embodying our divine presence as much as possible, deep-seated feelings of unworthiness fall away and we emanate our true radiance, thus magnetizing a partner equally empowered and awake. When we are in a place of personal power, there is no being shy or procrastinating. Imagine how it would be once you have met the love of your life, and focus on those feelings while browsing and reading profiles. When you notice a strong inner nudge to contact someone, do it. If it’s not mutual, that’s OK; don’t take it personally. That’s part of the beauty of online dating; the pool is large, and when the feeling and knowingness is mutual, you might just be starting a life together. “In-joy” the process, be positive and choose to make it a fun adventure! Joining NaturalAwakeningSingles. com includes access to all members of all the Conscious Dating Network sites. S. Alison Chabonais is the national content editor for Natural Awakenings magazines.

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FITNESS FINDS Locate the Best Workout Space for You by Debra Melani

ix years ago, Sherry Salmons, of Oak Ridge, Illinois, was perplexed by her “glowing, smiling, energetic” neighbor that worked full time while raising three young children, yet never seemed drained. Finally, she asked: “What’s your secret?” The answer was a life-changing visit by Salmons to a nearby holistic fitness studio. Lucking into good recommendations can whittle down the multitude of choices available at 32,000 U.S. health clubs and studios, according to the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association. With the dual trends of niche studios and low-cost fitness centers fueling a diverse burst in workout options, club-seekers should apply their sleuthing skills before deciding on something that can prove so pivotal to their health. Clue #1: Location and hours. If a facility isn’t near home or work, people won’t go, says Jim White, an American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) health fitness specialist, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. “Our time is so valuable that going to the gym can’t be a hassle.” Check online and list nearby facilities and hours, scratching off any that aren’t open at convenient times. Clue #2: Know what you need. Some people have absolute necessities for fitness success. “For instance, avid swimmers need a pool,” says Grace DeSimone, an ACSM personal trainer in New York City. “That’s going to reduce their choices considerably.” Other nonnegotiable provisions might be a yoga

studio, indoor track or child care. Clue #3: Gym rat or newbie? A fitness facility that costs pennies a day might seem like an obvious choice, but not if our fitness level and knowledge are near zero. “A lot of people don’t know what to do in a gym,” observes White, who owns personal training studios in Virginia. “We’re especially for those who want their hands held or want to see results fast.” Niche studios focused on modalities from kick boxing to dance therapy can offer added guidance. DeSimone notes that other reputable facilities will likewise have accredited trainers, often at a low cost. Larger facilities also may offer more options for a newbie to try out before settling on what they like, she says. Clue #4: Take a test drive. Make use of trial periods and guest passes. “Get a feel for the culture,” says Chris Freytag, spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise and a personal trainer in Minneapolis, Minnesota. “People are more likely to stay motivated in an environment that inspires them and with people that motivate them,” Freytag says. During on-site visits, do we feel at home among kindred spirits our own age? Is the facility clean and secure? Clue #5: Look at the equipment. If the gym doesn’t have the equipment we want to use, whether it’s Pilates or TRX equipment, free weights or Kettlebells, then move on. A gym worth joining will

have plenty of up-to-date equipment that follows the latest fitness trends and works properly, says White. Clue #6: Investigate the staff. Checking out the staff is key for those seeking specialized guidance, such as yoga, martial arts or personal training. Look for trainers and instructors available to help that are certified by a reputable program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies. Investigating key employees’ backgrounds, including acupuncturists and massage therapists, is crucial. Clue #7: Sign with caution. Avoid signing long-term, complicated contracts, which are rare these days, DeSimone counsels. “Don’t be overwhelmed by a high-pressured sales pitch; just stand your ground, because those people are at your service.” White recommends making sure the price includes expected services; feel free to negotiate, especially with initial fees. Understand all policies, especially cancellation clauses, and use a credit card, which is easier to correct if problems arise, adds DeSimone. Although Salmons was lucky, with her neighbor’s recommendation leading her to her perfect studio, people should investigate to find their ideal fit. “It starts when you walk in the door,” Salmons says about her attraction to The Balance Fitness Studio. “The space is open, exposed and it’s got this very clean, feng shui energy.” Not a traditional, iron-pumping, music-blasting gym fan, Salmons prefers Pilates, but participates in all of the studio’s offerings, including massage, acupuncture and nutrition classes. While finding the right club has boosted her fitness level, she notes that the real magic has come in the form of revitalized energy. “It’s changed me in all aspects of my life. When I leave, I feel mentally focused, emotionally balanced and refreshed. It’s kind of transformational.” Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health care and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at Debra Melani.com or DMelani@msn.com.

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When Your Pet Passes A Guide to Mourning, Remembering and Healing

by Julianne Hale

pet’s love is extraordinary because it is unconditional. It doesn’t have expectations, pass judgment or try to leverage guilt. It is rich in loyalty, trust and adoration. Domestic pets provide warmth, companionship and love, as well as purpose, fun and conversational gambits for family members. For lonely hearts, they are a lifeline, providing a physical, emotional and spiritual connection to life that may prove critical to survival and happiness. Loving pets seem like an endless source of happiness while with us, but few outlive their owners. Loss is as much a part of having a pet as potty training. For some, the loss of a dog or cat is debilitating and the grieving

process can take months. Rev. Gary Kowalski, author of Goodbye, Friend and a Unitarian Universalist minister in Santa Fe, New Mexico, contends that the depth of the relationship that we develop with pets emerges from the time we spend with them every day—exercising, feeding, grooming and even sleeping with them. The relationship is pure and uncomplicated, and the pain of separation can be especially intense and profound. The challenge of pet loss is often complicated by the difficult decision to euthanize an aged or suffering animal. “One of the hardest things about having a dog is that sometimes you have to decide to end its life,” says Jon Katz,

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of upstate New York, a New York Times bestselling author of many books about dogs, including Going Home: Finding Peace When Pets Die. “Our job as pet owners is to be an advocate for our pets, making sure they do not suffer. Don’t poison the joy that you shared with your pet with guilt over your decisions,” he says. Katz recommends taking photos of pets and making intentional memories in the time leading up to parting to encourage closure. The same kind of rituals we use to honor and say goodbye to other family members can likewise help ease the pain of a pet’s passing. Owners can gather with loved ones and friends to celebrate the life of their pet with a burial ceremony or memorial. Kowalski likes adding meaningful words. His book includes a variety of readings that pet owners can use in their rituals taken from poems, literature, the Bible and other sacred texts. When a human friend or family member dies, compassion and empathy flows from everyone we meet, but many may not be aware of, or understand, the depth of grief associated with a pet’s death. “Some people feel embarrassed or don’t understand that mourning a deceased pet is a normal process,” explains Julia Harris, a pet bereavement counselor from Ellijay, Georgia, and author of Pet Loss: A Spiritual Guide. Support is essential during times of grief, and it can be difficult to find an understanding friend to discuss it with. Several online communities are devoted to providing support. An Internet search of “pet loss support” yields a wealth of online resources. In the same way that the belief in an afterlife comforts people of many faith traditions when a person passes, the possibility of the same destiny for pets can offer comfort. “Perhaps one of the most common questions I am asked is whether or not animals have a soul,” explains Harris. “I encourage people to know that the soul, like love, is eternal. It leaves the physical body, but the loving relationship continues.” While there’s no standard timeline for the grieving process, it’s important

to keep perspective. Excessive grief can lead to depression. “If the grief is interfering with life and your work, then you may need to seek professional help,” advises Katz. Not even a parent is capable of providing the purely unconditional love we receive from pets. Kowalski views it as a sacred connection, observing that through the unconditional love and acceptance that we receive from our pets, we get a little glimpse of what God’s love must look like.

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or many children, the loss of a beloved pet is their first exposure to death, and age-appropriate honesty is the best policy for helping them through this difficult time. Rev. Gary Kowalski advises parents and caregivers to reassure kids that the death of an animal is not something they have to fear, and let them know that the animal is not in pain, is not sleeping and is in a peaceful place. He cautions parents against speaking euphemistically about death to young children. Involving children in the planning of a memorial service for a pet can be therapeutic. Let them talk openly about their favorite memories together and their sadness. Bereavement counselor Julia Harris encourages parents to share stories from their faith traditions that address afterlife. “These stories can help your child best understand that God continues to watch over their pet,” she contends. “This provides a sense of security that the pet is safe and remains with your child in spirit and memory.”

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4 Free “Introduction to Buddhism and Zen” class –7-8:30pm. (Previous classes offered Jan. 14, 21 & 28.) Classes are stand-alone. Hosted by Chattanooga Zen Group and Unitarian Universalist Church at UUC, 3224 Navajo Dr., Chattanooga. Info: 423622-2862 or jhashe@epbfi.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Partner Yoga – 6-8pm. Led by Anthony Crutcher and Tammy Burns. No previous yoga experience needed. $40. Space limited. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga. com or 423-266-3539.

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Wally’s Friends “Spay-Ghetti No Meat Balls Dinner and Auction” – 6-9pm. Supports Wally’s Friends’ affordable spay/neuter services for pet owners in the Chattanooga area. Seated dinner provided by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown. $35 includes wine and beer. Info: WallysFriends.com or call 423-877-9966.

Free Tai Ji, Qiqong Presentation – 2-4pm. CHEO hosts ChiaHung (Tom) Shen, who will share tai ji quan, qigong exercises and lifestyle suggestions. Open to public. Speaker/yoga room at Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 4CHEO. org or Merry Johnson, newearthsong@gmail.com or 706-952-1608.

2015 Mardi Gras Gala – 7-11pm. Benefits Chambliss Center for Children. Cajun-inspired food, cocktails, Dixieland jazz quartet, late-evening DJ. Early-bird $60 per person or $100 per couple or $70/$120 after Feb. 2. Loose Cannon Gallery, Chattanooga. Info: 423-468-1130 or lrberryhill@ chamblisscenter.org.

Energy-Balancing Sessions – 3:15-5:15pm. Facilitator Chitra Gunderson will use energy-balancing tools to surround you with life-enhancing energy to reduce stress, harmonize emotions and facilitate transformation and bring calm, centered clarity. $15 members, $25 nonmembers. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279, Centermindfullivingmanager@ gmail.com or CenterMindfulLiving.org/register.

Reiki I (Shoden) plus Animal Reiki – Feb. 7-9, 10am-6pm. Margaret Dexter, PhD, Reiki master/ teacher. Learn Reiki for relaxation, stress relief and healing for self, family and animals. Meditation techniques for spiritual growth. Focus on selfhealing. $300 investment includes class, manual and Shoden certificate. Registration with $150 deposit one week in advance. North Chattanooga. Info: 423266-6006 or MargaretDexter.com/reiki-workshops.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Polar Plunge Benefiting the Special Olympics TN – 10am-2pm. Plungers receive official T-shirt, bragging rights. $50, or $40 for students and children. Finley Stadium, Chattanooga. Info: 615-496-8615. Centering Prayer Retreat – 10am-3pm. The retreat will include several sessions of centering prayer and other participants. Appropriate for beginners and those with a practice of contemplative prayer. $55 members, $60 nonmembers. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423486-1279, Centermindfullivingmanager@gmail. com or CenterMindfulLiving.org/register.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15 Heart-ful Yoga & Meditation – 1-2:30pm. Celebrate Valentine’s Day by opening your heart! In this gentle practice, Rachel Kaufman will lead you to move inward and embrace your heart with

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Free Teleconference: “Waking Up Lightworker” – 8pm. Margaret Dexter, PhD, lightworker and spiritual counselor. Margaret shares from her forthcoming book Waking Up on a Strange Planet: A Lightworker’s Guide to Planet Earth to support lightworkers as they wake up. Free. Registration required 24 hours in advance. Info: 423-266-6006 or MargaretDexter.com/teleconferences.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 “Creativity and Spirit: Releasing Our Creative Potential” – Feb. 20 (6:30pm) & Feb. 21 (8:30am). Friday “Art and Soul Concert” and Saturday full-day workshop (music, poetry, mental imagery). Led by Jan Phillips, cofounder and executive director of the Living Kindness Foundation, a global network of grassroots philanthropists. Chattanooga WorkSpace, 302 W. 6th Street. $80. Info: suzanna@ spiralquest.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Visualization through Guided Imagery & Art – 10am-12:30pm. Guided imagery is an easy way to both set the intention and envision the outcome. Workshop includes guided relaxation, visualization and art-making session. $50 members, $60

nonmembers, Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279, Centermindfullivingmanager@gmail.com or CenterMindfulLiving.org/register.

ongoingevents port for money/debt problems by attending the weekly Chattanooga Debtors Anonymous meeting. All welcome. Unity, 604 Black St. (off Cherokee Boulevard), Chattanooga.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Braveheart Women Global Harmony Tour – 6:30pm. Experience personal healing, authenticity, empowerment and unity in a harmony circle. Free. Mount Olive Baptist Church, 1601 Dandridge Ave., Knoxville. RSVP: Be.braveheartwomen.com/ ht2015/ or Meetup.com/Creating-Peace-in-Knoxville/. Info: Patti Alcamo via HolisticMediator.com.

Learn to be a Massage Therapist – 28-week class at East Tennessee’s oldest massage school. Massage Institute of Cleveland, 2321 N. Ocoee St., Cleveland. Info: 423-559-0380.

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save the date MONDAY, MARCH 2 Yoga Teacher Training at Liberation Nashville – Winter/spring 200-hour Nashville Yoga Teacher Training will take place March 2-8, 13-15, and 2729; April 10-12 and 24-26; and May 4-10. Taught by Raquel Bueno and Saul David Raye. Liberation Nashville, 2907 12th Ave. S. #4, Nashville, TN. Info: 310-849-9761, LiberationNashville.com or RitamHealingArts.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6 8th Annual Community Health, Fun and Wellness Expo and “Operation Medicine Cabinet” – 9am-1pm. The public is invited to visit this comprehensive health fair with free health screenings and exhibits from area health professionals and wellness-related organizations. Hosted by the Community Health Institute at Chattanooga State’s Amnicola campus Health Science Center. Also drive-through drug take-back program by Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office. Info: Nancy.Watts@ Chattanoogastate.edu.

SATURDAY, MARCH 7 A Day of Practice – 10am-3pm. Join Janka Livoncova to deepen your practice, be supported by others and spend the day intentionally cultivating your capacity to be in the present moment. $25 donation. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279, Centermindfullivingmanager@gmail.com or CenterMindful Living.org/register. Organic Growers School Spring Conference – March 7-8. Workshops for gardeners, farmers and “foodies” of all experience levels. Trade show, seed exchange, silent auction, children’s program. University of North Carolina-Asheville. Early-bird registration $45 for March 7 and $40 for March 8. Registration is an additional $15 after January 30 or at the door. Registration and info: OrganicGrowersSchool.org, meredith@organicgrowersschool.org or 828-668-2127.

FRIDAY, MARCH 27 Reiki III / Reiki Master Training (Shinpiden) – March 27-29, 10am-6pm. Margaret Dexter, PhD, Reiki master/teacher. Prerequisite: Level II Reiki. Reiki teacher training and meditations for spiritual growth. $950 includes workshop, manual and certificate. Registration with $475 deposit two weeks in advance. North Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-6006 or MargaretDexter.com/reiki-workshops.

sunday Daily Zen Meditation Group –8-9pm. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Includes Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@ yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Unity of Chattanooga Service – 11am. Discover Unity’s message of positive, practical Christianity, and experience the warmth of God’s unconditional love. 604 Black St., Chattanooga. Info: 423-7557990 or UnityOfChattanooga.org. Yin Yoga Breathwork for Stress Relief – 3-4:15pm. With Jonathan Ellis. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: CenterMindfulLiving.com. Restorative Yoga (Instructor Rotates Each Sunday) – 4:30-5:45pm. Physical and mental restorative session designed to focus on rejuvenating and healing the body through breath and slow, gentle movement. Regular class rates apply. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com or 423-266-3539.

monday Fundamentals with Cecilia Keefer – 10-11:15am. Develop a solid foundation in yoga with basic postures, proper alignment, breathing techniques and relaxation. No prior yoga experience needed. Regular class rates apply. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga. com or 423-266-3539. Stretch & Breathe Gentle Yoga – 10-11am. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-401-8115 or MovementArtsCollective.com. Loving Kindness Meditation – Noon-12:45pm. With Jann Sullivan. The Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-4861279 or CenterMindfulLiving.org. Dojo Chattanooga – Adult Kenpo 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:30-6pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Adult Kenpo 6:30-7:30pm; Wing Chun 7:30-8:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855. Debtors Anonymous meeting – 7-8pm. Get sup-

Daily Zen Meditation Group – 6:30-8am. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Newcomers are encouraged to attend an evening session (Wed, Thus or Sun) for Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Inner Garden Meditation – 12:15-12:45pm. With Rachel Kaufman. The Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-4861279 or CenterMindfulLiving.org. Dojo Chattanooga – Warrior Fit 12:30-1pm; Wing Chun 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:30-6pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Wing Chun 6:30-7:30pm; Adult Kenpo 7:30-8:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855. 50+ Yoga with Sue Reynolds – 2-3:15pm. User-friendly yoga for those aged 50+. Flexibility, strengthening, relaxation and renewal of energy. One hour of breath and movement followed by 15 minutes of meditation. $5 drop-in. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-316-9642 or shreynolds@aol.com. Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 4:305:30pm. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, high-energy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-3264331 or alexana_23@yahoo.com. Power Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. Energetic range of flowing movement; appropriate for everyone. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-892-4085 or NutritionW.com. Guided Self Compassion Meditation – 5:456:15pm. With Diane Peterson. The Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279 or CenterMindfulLiving.org. “Pedaling for Parkinson’s” – 6pm. Stationary bike class ideal for people 30-75 years old diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson’s disease. North River YMCA, Hixson, TN. Free to Y members; $5 nonmembers. Info: 423-877-3517. Flow/Restorative Yoga with Mina Chong – 6:157:30pm. $10 per class or 11 classes for $100. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351. Managing Reactions to Traumatic Stress – 6:30pm. Educate self and significant others on the effects of PTSD. Clinic, support group follow work-

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wednesday Yoga in Japanese with Mina Chong – Noon-1pm. $8 per class. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351. Guided Healing Meditation – 12:15-1pm. With Eileen Meagher. During this meditation, you will be led into a deep guided relaxation and healing experience. The Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279 or CenterMindfulLiving.org. Dojo Chattanooga – Adult Kenpo 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:30-6pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Adult Kenpo 6:30-7:30pm; Wing Chun 7:30-8:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855. Mindful Yoga with Annie Harpe – 5:30pm. $10 per class. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-598-8802. Prenatal with Beth Daugherty – 5:45-7pm. This class will help improve balance, flexibility and circulation while relieving tension and toning muscles to help prepare the body for the rigors of labor and delivery. No previous yoga experience needed. Regular class rates apply. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga. com or 423-266-3539. Mid-Week Unwind Relaxation Meditation – 5:456:15pm. With Yong Oh. The Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279 or CenterMindfulLiving.org. Daily Zen Meditation Group –8:30pm. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Includes Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@ yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com.

thursday Daily Zen Meditation Group – 6:30-8am. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Newcomers are encouraged to attend an evening session (Wed, Thus or Sun) for Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Dojo Chattanooga – Warrior Fit 12:30-1pm; Wing Chun 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:30-6pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Wing Chun 6:30-7:30pm; Adult Kenpo 7:30-8:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855. Walk-In Acupuncture Sessions – 1-6pm. See Monday listing for details. Margie J. Wesley, LAc, Nutrition World Wellness Center, 6245 Vance Rd. Ste. 4, Chattanooga. Info: 423-596-9024 or FourSeasonsAcupuncture.com. 50+ Yoga with Anita Gaddy – 2-3:15pm. Userfriendly yoga for those aged 50+. Flexibility, strengthening, relaxation and renewal of energy. One hour of breath and movement followed by 15

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Signal Mountain Farmers’ Market – 4-6pm. Seasonal produce, eggs, meats, body products, coffee, crafts, baked goods, dog treats, boiled peanuts, plants, flowers, all from local farms. New location: front lot of Pruett’s Signal Mountain Market. Info: signalfarmersmarket@gmail.com.

Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 4:305:30pm. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, high-energy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-3264331 or alexana_23@yahoo.com. Silent Meditation – 5-5:25pm. With Janka Livoncova. The Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279 or CenterMindfulLiving.org. Yin with Elisabeth – 5:30-7pm. Long, quiet postures designed to access the body’s connective tissue. Adaptable and suitable for all levels. Regular class rates apply. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com or 423-266-3539.

“Pedaling for Parkinson’s” – 9am. Stationary bike class ideal for people 30-75 years old diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson’s disease. North River YMCA, Hixson, TN. Free to Y members; $5 nonmembers. Info: 423-877-3517. Qigong Level 1 – 9am. With Clare Mills. Montgomery Room inside Center on Main, 320 E. Main St., Chattanooga. Info: 423-643-1980. Dojo Chattanooga – Fencing 9:30-10:30am; Fitness Kickboxing 10:30-11am; Warrior Fit 1111:30am; Adult Kenpo 11:30am-12:30pm; Wing Chun 1-2pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855.

“Pedaling for Parkinson’s” – 6pm. Stationary bike class ideal for people 30-75 years old diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson’s disease. North River YMCA, Hixson, TN. Free to Y members; $5 nonmembers. Info: 423-877-3517.

Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 10-11am. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, high-energy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-3264331 or alexana_23@yahoo.com.

Flow/Restorative Yoga with Mina Chong – 6:157:30pm. $10 per class or 11 classes for $100. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351.

Prenatal Yoga – Noon-1pm. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-401-8115 or MovementArtsCollective.com.

Daily Zen Meditation Group – 8-9pm. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Includes Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@ yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Body Massage – One full-hour body massage for $25. The Massage Institute of Cleveland, 2321 N. Ocoee St., Cleveland. Info: 423-559-0380.

friday Slow Flow with April Turk – 11:30am–12:45pm. These classes employ longer holds of traditional postures that are linked one to the next with emphasis on the breath. Flow integrates awareness, balance, flexibility and strength. Regular class rates apply. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com or 423-266-3539. Becoming Present Meditation – 12:15-12:45pm. With Jenn Fahey. The Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-4861279 or CenterMindfulLiving.org. Dojo Chattanooga – Fencing 4:30-5:30pm ; Wing Chun 5:30-6:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855. Emotional Freedom Technique at Nutrition World – EFT practitioner Lucille York is at Nutrition World on Fridays to help people use this natural method of improving health by releasing trapped emotions. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-355-9205 or EmoFree.com.

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monthly A Day of Practice – 10 am-3 pm every first Saturday. Join Janka Livoncova to deepen your practice, be supported by others and spend the day intentionally cultivating your capacity to be in the present moment. $25 donation. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-4861279, Centermindfullivingmanager@gmail.com or CenterMindfulLiving.org/register.

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BRINGING MORE THAN HOMEWORK HOME By Ryan Hogan It’s the time of year when we send our kids back to school from the holidays. Unfortunately, while schools are good places to learn they are great places to catch a disease. In fact, children’s Upper respiratory illnesses (URI’s) cause more doctor visits and missed school days than any other illness in the US. Luckily, there are a few things you can do at home to help reduce the chances of your child getting sick at school this year.

sanitizer before eating snacks, lunch and after using a shared computer mouse, pencil sharpener, water fountain or other community objects. Now, most people know we need to wash our hands, but one thing most people don’t really relate their health to is nasal hygiene. Using a saline spray with xylitol, such as Xlear Nasal Spray, is safe for all ages. Research has shown this natural sweetener is useful in preventing bacterial otitis media (ear infections), among other upper respiratory problems that are most likely to occur in fall and winter months. Additional xylitol studies have also shown a significant reduction in asthma attacks when a xylitol nasal spray is used on a daily basis. Xylitol affects nose and throat bacteria in two ways:

HOW? Before we talk prevention, we need to know how infection spreads. Many childhood illnesses are caused by viruses and bacteria that are transferred from person to person. URI’s increase in fall and winter as we spend more time crowded indoors. All it takes is one sick child, going to school for the spread to begin. Small droplets from a child’s cough or sneeze travel through the air and land on surfaces like desks, doorknobs and people. These germs are easily spread when someone touches the contaminated object and then proceeds to touch their eyes, nose or mouth. Children’s immune systems are less mature than those of adults, so they’re more vulnerable to these germs. Washing your hands and your nasal passages and also keeping their hands away from their nose, eyes and mouth are the most preventative habits to form at a young age.

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Decreases the adherence of harmful bacteria on their surface cells.

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Since the average American child has six to ten colds a year, using a xylitol nasal spray is a safe and effective way to promote better upper respiratory health, year round. FINAL HEALTHY TIPS In addition to frequent hand-washing, teach your child some other school health basics:

WHAT CAN YOU DO? Our best defense is to stop cold germs where they breed. Good hand-washing is the most effective way to prevent bacteria and viruses from spreading. Wash your hands after using the bathroom, blowing your nose, handling trash and prior to touching food to help eliminate germs. Soap and water should be used for 20 seconds (about as long as it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice). Using alcohol-based hand cleaners is also effective. Remind your child to use the

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Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze.

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Have your whole family practice nasal hygiene and the use of xylitol saline spray like Xlear.

Even with all of these tips, your kids are bound to come down with something over the course of the school year. We all get sick at some point or another, forming healthier habits and maintaining a positive attitude is all we can do as parents. For more information, please visit www.xlear.com.

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Taking care of your indoor comfort with central heating and cooling products. Central air conditioning, heat pumps, gas heating, geothermal, humidification, dehumidification, duct sealing, ventilation, programmable controls, ductless systems, air cleaning/purification, quality installation and service. See ad, page 8..

ANIMAL HEALTH CHATTANOOGA HOLISTIC ANIMAL INSTITUTE Colleen Smith DVM, CVA, CVCP Katie Smithson DVM, CVA 918 East Main Street Chattanooga, TN 37408 ChattanoogaHolisticVet.com

Holistic veterinary facility. Certified Veterinary Acupuncturists integrating conventional and alternative therapies for small animals. Offering Acupuncture, Stem Cell therapy, laser therapy, Prolotherapy, Reiki, Tui-Na, general medicine, surgery, Certified Veterinary Chiropractic, allergy testing, nutrition consultation and food therapy.

Charles C. Adams, MD 4085 Cloud Springs Rd. Ringgold, GA 30736 706-861-7377 DrPrevent.com

For over a decade, Full Circle Medical Center has continued to help menÂ and women get their youth back by balancing hormones naturally with bioidentical hormones. See ad, page 22.

MILLENNIUM MEDICAL & WEIGHT LOSS CENTER

Scott C. Mitchell, MD 7734 Nashville St. Ringgold, GA 30736 706-937-2099 Info@MillMedWeightLoss.com MillMedWeightLoss.com Facebook.com/MillenniumMedicalWeightLoss

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Chattanooga Holistic Animal Institute 918 East Main St. Chattanooga, TN 37408 423-531-8899 Offering green grooming, including relaxing hydro-massage baths with all-natural EarthBath products. Certified grooming for all canine breeds, as well as cats.

June Carver Drennon 1312-B Hanover St. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-756-2443

Dedicated to improving health through colonic irrigation, cellular detoxifying foot baths, massage and lymphatic therapy. Additional therapies available include individual and family counseling, and Emotional Freedom Technique. See ad, page 8.

Energy Healing and Animal Communication CLARITY QUEEN

Vicki Lewis Energy Healer and Certified Animal Communicator Chattanooga, TN 423-805-4028 vicki@clarityqueen.com ClarityQueen.com Feel stuck? Get clear, empowered and passionate in areas of life, career, health and business. Deep inner-healing work that is fun and transformative. Animal communication sessions help you better understand and connect with your pets.

Dr. Mitchell helps you look and feel younger by restoring your hormones to optimal levels, easing symptoms such as low energy, fatigue, decreased sex drive, difficulty losing weight or weight gain, memory loss, many more. See ad, page 20.

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Jane Andrews RCT 227 Hankins Road Rock Spring, GA 30739 706-764-2322

Colonic Irrigation since 1975 with state of the art FDA approved equipment. Reams urine/saliva testing: PH, salt, sugar, albumin, ureas. Beautiful lakeside covered accessible entry.

Environmental Education TENNESSEE RIVER GORGE TRUST 1214 Dartmouth St. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-266-0314 TRGT.org

For more than 33 years, TRGT has worked to protect the Tennessee River Gorge as a healthy and productive resource for our community through land protection, education, community engagement and good land-stewardship practices. See ad, page 29.

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Fitness YMCA OF METROPOLITAN CHATTANOOGA 301 West 6th St. Chattanooga, TN 37402 423-265-8834

Serving Chattanooga for 143 years. YMCA programs focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility—because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors.

Health Foods and Nutrition NUTRITION WORLD

Ed Jones 6201 Lee Hwy. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-892-4085 NutritionW.com Located at Lee Highway and Vance Road, Nutrition World offers Chattanooga’s most complete selection of vitamins, herbs, proteins, weight-loss and joint-support products, athletic supplements, alkaline products and other natural health products. See ad, pages 2 and 40.

THE FAMILY HERB SHOP Alison Campbell 6462 Hixson Pk. Ste. 101 Hixson, TN 37343 423-843-1760

Family owned and operated for the last 21 years, we provide a wide selection of vitamins, herbs, essential oils, weightloss products, Advocare and many other natural health products for the entire family. See ad, page 25.

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5002 University Dr. Collegedale, TN 37315 423-236-2300 VillageMarketCollegedale.com Over 50 years providing natural foods, bulk items, herbs, vitamins and vegan products along with the area’s largest selection of vegetarian meats. Excellent produce, fresh-baked goods and 20,000+ grocery items create a complete shopping experience. See ad, page 12.

Donna Booker, RDA 7613 Shallowford Rd. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-855-4212 ShallowfordSmiles.com

I have 18 years’ experience as a dental assistant making patients comfortable; learning new dental products and equipment, such as the Wand anesthesia machine; and making sure patients have the excellent, ethical care they deserve. See ad, page 3.

THE VILLAGE PANTRY Kate Steward 8949 B Dayton Pk. Soddy Daisy, TN 37379 423-451-7460

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We sell organic, gluten-free, gourmet and grocery foods. Our prices are up to 70% off regular store pricing. We stock a wide variety of nonperishable health products. The Village Pantry offers a selection of international foods and general groceries.

Robert J. Gallien, DDS 4620 Hwy. 58 Chattanooga, TN 37416 423-208-9783 SmileChattanooga.com

Catering to patients’ personal needs with a whole-body approach. Dr. Gallien offers tests for sensitivities to commonly used dental materials and uses only biocompatible materials to restore beautiful, naturallooking teeth. Offering removal of mercury-silver fillings. See ad, page 14.

Holistic Dentistry SHALLOWFORD DENTAL CARE

Cindy Surrena, BSDH, Registered Dental Hygienist Licensed in TN, GA, IN, IA 7613 Shallowford Rd. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-855-4212 ShallowfordSmiles.com

Homeopathy TOOLS FOR HEALING, LLC

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Thirty-two years providing knowledgeable, gentle dental cleanings to patients. We provide comprehensive exams, low-radiation digital x-rays, dental cleanings, periodontal therapy for gum disease, dietary counseling. We consider patients’ total health using the latest therapies/equipment. See ad, page 3.

Offering 500+ products including ozonators, far infrared, hand-crafted mountain herbs, organic body care, water and air purification, nutritional supplements, books, gift certificates and energy devices including parasite zappers and more. See ad, page 19.

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Charles C. Adams, MD 4085 Cloud Springs Rd. Ringgold, GA 30736 706-861-7377 DrPrevent.com

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Work with a medical or naturopathic doctor or energy medicine technician to seek the root of your imbalance. Traditional and alternative medicine, BHRT, weight loss, detoxification, infrared ozone sauna, hyperbaric oxygen and advanced IV therapies. See ad, page 22.

KINESIO TAPING RESTORATIVE BODY THERAPIES Carol Bieter, LMT, CKTP 243 Signal Mountain Rd. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-605-4855 RestorativeBodyTherapies.com

Carol Bieter is a certified Kinesio Taping practitioner, having completed all three levels of training and passed the CKTP exam. Currently one of the only certified Kinesio Taping practitioners in the Knoxville and Chattanooga areas. See ad, page 9.

Martial Arts DOJO CHATTANOOGA

Trevor Haines 323 Cherokee Blvd. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-267-0855 Trevor@DojoChattanooga.com DojoChattanooga.com Trevor Haines teaches the martial arts Wing Chun Kung Fu and Five Animal Kenpo Karate. Excellent for self-defense and overall wellness, martial arts develop physical and mental confidence and discipline.

Massage school MASSAGE INSTITUTE OF CLEVELAND 4009 Keith St. Ste. 207 Cleveland, TN 37311 423-559-0380

Massage Institute of Cleveland, East Tennessee’s oldest continuously operating massage school. 28-week-long day or evening program. $3,400 tuition includes books. No-interest payment plans. VA-approved. Discount massage clinic open to public.

Reflexology THERAPEUTIC REFLEXOLOGY

Since 1993, our focus has been helping others with chronic muscular pain in a clinical setting. Several great therapists have joined our team, and we’re growing like crazy. Incredible therapists ~ Great value ~ Let us focus on you.

Kenda Komula 207 Woodland Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37402 423-400-9175

Experienced; certified in Original Ingham Method. Works on the hands and feet. Reflexology increases nerve and blood supply and circulation to the whole body, balancing and helping it normalize. Calming sessions designed for individual needs.

RESTORATIVE BODY THERAPIES Carol Bieter, LMT, CNMT 243 Signal Mountain Rd. Ste. E Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-605-4855 RestorativeBodyTherapies.com

Qigong EILEEN MEAGHER, PhD

Licensed massage therapist and certified neuromuscular therapist offers a wide range of relaxation and treatment massage techniques including neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release and Reiki. Certified and extensively trained in sports massage. See ad, page 9.

Nutrition World 6201 Lee Hwy. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-892-4085

Eileen Meagher, Certified Spring Forest Qigong Instructor and Master Healer, offers coursework and individual energy sessions. Trained with Master Chunyi Lin and has worked on close to 1,000 individuals. Info or appointments: 423-902-8380 or corville10@ gmail.com.

Personal Training MACKIE PIERRE

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One of Chattanooga’s best trainers, Mackie Pierre of MAXX Fitness, is accepting new clients. See how one-onone attention, total focus, results-based training can make a difference in your life. All ages, abilities. Free consultations. 423-645-0935.

POLYGRAPH SERVICES ACUMEN POLYGRAPH SERVICES Donna Roberts, Polygraph Examiner The Franklin Building 5726 Marlin Rd., Ste. 208 Chattanooga, TN 37411 423-355-5396 / 877-671-6410 info@acumenpolygraph.com AcumenPolygraph.com

A full-service polygraph company specializing in premarital screening and “peacemaker polygraphs” for conflict resolution. Our goal is to facilitate admissions, forgiveness and honesty in relationships. Call today for free consultation.

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MARGARET E. DEXTER, PhD, SPIRITUAL COUNSELOR, REIKI TEACHER Reiki Chattanooga 1175 Pineville Rd. #124 Chattanooga, TN 423-266-6006 MargaretDexter.com

June Carver Drennon 1312-B Hanover St. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-756-2443

Dedicated to improving health through thermography, colonic irrigation, cellular detoxifying foot baths, massage and lymphatic therapy. Additional therapies available include individual and family counseling, and Emotional Freedom Technique. See ad, page 8.

Margaret teaches all levels of Reiki, offers private Reiki sessions, Akashic Record Soul Readings and more. Forthcoming book Waking up on a Strange Planet: A Lightworker’s Guide to Planet Earth. Calendar or website for details.

Salons Angela Oliver 1309 Panorama Dr. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-553-6773 BananaTreeSalon.com Facebook.com/BananaTreeSalon

Healthy, vibrant hair color without the chemicals! Only at Banana Tree Organic Salon. Relaxing massages, all-organic facials, Pedispa pedicures and complimentary drinks. See ad, page 7.

105 N. Market St. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-266-3539 ClearSpringYoga.com Chattanooga’s original studio since 1999, offering a range of classes seven days a week for all ages and abilities. Small class size, personalized attention, beginner-friendly. Come be a part of this vibrant yoga community. See ad, page 23.

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Scott C. Mitchell, MD 7734 Nashville St. Ringgold, GA 30736 706-937-2099 Info@MillMedWeightLoss.com MillMedWeightLoss.com Facebook.com/MillenniumMedicalWeightLoss Comprehensive, personalized weight-loss programs based on individual needs, medical history, body composition analysis via InBody230, comprehensive lab panel, EKG. We guide you through your weight-loss journey so you lose weight and keep it off! See ad, page 20.

Stacey L. Nolan, MEd Tara Phillips, MSW, MEd 3813 Dayton Blvd. Red Bank, TN 37415 423-401-8115 MovementArtsCollective.com

The Movement Arts Collective is a studio for dance and yoga offering classes and specialty workshops in belly dance, yoga, prenatal dance, creative movement for children, Zen meditation, and other movement and wellness arts topics.

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