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14 globalbriefs 17 ecotip 20 consciouseating 27 inspiration

Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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t’s resolution time again, that time when we promise ourselves that this year things will be different—I’m going to get organized! I won’t procrastinate! I’ll make a budget, and stick to it! Two cookies a day, tops!—only to see our resolve falter and our good intentions fall by the wayside. Forget New Year’s. We’re talking about the holiday season. Fortunately, we’ve got some great articles that will help you celebrate the way most of us know we should: with a focus on the meaningful rather than the material. “Green Merrymaking,” page 22, is loaded with creative tips for shedding holiday excess and celebrating simply. Forget the mercenary gift cards for friends; show them you truly enjoy their company by organizing an old-fashioned cookie exchange. Pitch the tinsel for your tree; string up some popcorn instead—the effect is charming. Avoid the crush and the crowds in the big-box stores; “upcycle” items to make one-of-a-kind gifts and decorations. Plenty of local folks have contributed articles that will change your approach to the holidays. For you social media users, Lauryn Peterson of the Asala Center takes the phenomenon of “image crafting” and stands it on its head with a holiday challenge: instead of using Facebook or Twitter to shape the way the world sees you, why not use it to shape the way you see the world? Sounds deep, but really it all boils down to the old adage, “Happiness comes from within.” Read about it on page 19, and start shaping your own happy holidays. For those of you with children on your gift list, Michelle Hecker-Davis of LearningRx suggests 20 toys costing $20 or less that actually enhance kids’ brain power as they play (see page 24). Different toys build different skills (Michelle explains how that works), so parents and grandparents would be well-advised to hang on to the list for future gift-giving, too. For any of you feeling stressed by the season, our “Natural Neighbor” column (page 18) might offer the perfect solution. ClearSpring Yoga owner Anthony Crutcher explains how yoga changed his life by helping him cope with stress. With the abundance of yoga studios in the Chattanooga area—and many, like CSY, offering a free intro class for beginners—seasonal stress relief may be just around the corner. We hope this issue of Natural Awakenings will be a useful tool for you as you make—and keep—your holiday resolutions. And if the whole “two cookies a day” thing doesn’t work out, you can take heart in the fact that medical scientists have discovered new health benefits associated with cinnamon and cocoa. (See our “Health Briefs,” page 12.) Wishing you and yours a happy, healthy holiday season.

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newsbriefs Good World Goods Takes Off in East Brainerd

new shop in East Brainerd combines local art, custom-painted furnishings, imported fair-trade items, organic local foods and what its owners call “a legitimately cool hangout.” Since Good World Goods opened there Artisan Crafted Soy Candles. July 1, they say, it has gained a Soy is grown in the USA and lot of traction in the commudoes not put off the toxins nity, especially with those who of other common petrolium like knowing that their purbased candles. chases will benefit the artisans, the local economy, and a global network of charities. The family-owned shop, which started as a tiny boutique in Hixson, has evolved into an eclectic, 3,500-square-foot space with a cozy parlor surrounding a large wooden bar filled with edible treats and unique gifts; a raised gallery of creations from local canvas artists, wood sculptors and metallurgists; and, displayed throughout the space, locally made jewelry, custom furniture, stone crystals, specialty clothing and other unusual items. Casey York, who co-owns Good World Goods along with artist Victoria York and Brad Tomlinson, says the shop’s new look has been a collaborative effort. “All our crafters brought their own unique style to the space,” he says. Some of their favorite picks include the hand-carved wooden bowls, organic bamboo robes and towel sets, rustic candles, and a painted wooden portrait of Johnny Cash by local artist Jason Clark. “We are so proud to be able to introduce our passions to the community,” says Victoria York. “I have been a longtime supporter of fair trade and local business, so being able to combine these interests with art and our charity networks is a dream come true.” Good World Goods hosts art shows, instructional classes and charity events, with something new happening there nearly every weekend. “Our events enrich our role in the community through a shared knowledge base and give us a chance to see our friends, visitors and artists gather under common passions,” Tomlinson says. Prices range from $5 for a hand-beaded ornament to several hundred dollars for a large piece of art or custom furniture, with almost every crafter donating part of that price to a charity of his or her choice. Good World Goods also donates a meal to the Chattanooga Area Food bank with each transaction. Visit Good World Goods on Facebook to see pictures of its newest offerings (updated daily), or visit the store at 8021 East Brainerd Rd., Chattanooga. See ad, page 22.

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ess than three years after the launch of Signal Mountain Chiropractic: Performance for Life, chiropractors Chris and Kristina Bearden, DC, have Dr. Chris Bearden D.C, C.C.E.P • Dr. Kristina Bearden, D.C. Webster Certified expanded open-• Optimize Athletic Performance • Low Backtheir Pain practice • Carpal with Tunnelthe Syndrome ing• of Performance Chiropractic and • Sport Injuries and Rehabilitation Mid Back Pain • Shoulder Pain • Neck Pain at the • foot Numbness/Tingling Acupuncture of the moun- • Maternity resale;Care other items we strip down and recycle appropriately.” • Headaches • Chronic Conditions • Children tain on Dayton Boulevard. With Chris He notes that security is a top concern at ComputerEze: all 1807 Taft Highway, 3, Signal Mountain *Insurance accepted. MC/VISA/DISCOVER Bearden’s focus on Suite sports medicine and• 423-886-3330 hard drives are wiped and rendered inoperable before recycling. “You can rest assured that your personal data will be Chris and Kristina acupuncture, and Kristina Bearden’s specialty in prenatal and pediatric care, the protected,” he says. Bearden, DC with their children second location will make the husbandand-wife team’s broad menu of therapies To arrange a pickup, contact Fred Evans at 423-987-5713. more accessible to more patients, Kristina Bearden says. See ad, page 7. “We’ve done very well with our practice on Signal Mountain, and it quickly became clear to us that there was a demand for our type of health care in the downtown and North Chattanooga areas, where there are a lot of active people and a growing number of families,” she says. Both lointer classes at ClearSpring Yoga cations will be staffed five days a week, she adds. “Chris will (CSY) will include a new Restorbe in the Red Bank office Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, ative Class from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. evwhen I’m in the Signal Mountain office, and then Tuesdays ery Sunday. Teacher Candy Eddinger, and Thursdays I’ll be in the new office while Chris is on the who is a 320-hour restorative specialmountain.” ist, says the class is designed to She says acupuncture services will be offered at both facilitate “a joyful state of locations along with chiropractic care, offering people in the awakening in a supported, Chattanooga community a choice of alternative health-care conscious, mind-body options. relaxation practice.” The class will involve gentle, Signal Mountain Chiropractic is located at 1807 Taft Hwy. prop-supported restorative poses (423-886-3330). Performance Chiropractic is located at 1748 and culminate with a deeply restorative savasana designed Dayton Blvd. Ste. C, in the Verizon building (423-760-8880). to relieve fatigue and stress, promote well-being, and bring For more information, visit SignalMountainChiropractic.com. healing balance into students’ practice. “Each week we will See ad, page 12. explore a different area of the body,” Eddinger says. “And on the last Sunday of each month, we will dive into a deeply restorative Yoga Nidra practice, encouraging a state of conscious sleep for extreme relaxation.” A different kind of relaxation will take place at CSY omputerEze, a North Georgia company established in on New Year’s Eve from 6 to 8 p.m. As a way of showing 1990, is now offering recycling of almost all electronics, the staff’s gratitude for the community’s support throughout from stereos to computers. the year, CSY will host a free, two-hour “quiet celebration,” According to owner Fred Evans, the original focus of including meditation space in the Wolf Den, simple refreshComputerEze was to help small businesses integrate comments and peaceful music. puter technology into their growing companies. Over the years, however, Evans noted how rapid changes in technolCSY offers more than 30 yoga classes each week, including ogy resulted in an overflow of outdated equipment, which Flow, Fundamentals, Gentle, Yin, Intermediate, All-Levels, often ended up in landfills. ComputerEze began taking in the Slow Flow, $7 community classes, and a free introductory old equipment, stripping it down and recycling it. class at 2:30 p.m. the first Sunday of each month. For class, “That has expanded into the recycling of almost all event and workshop information, visit ClearSpringYoga. electronics,” Evans says. “We can repurpose almost anything. com or call 423-266-3539. CSY is located at 105 N. Market We donate some items to local charitable organizations for Street, Chattanooga. See ad, page 12.

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newsbriefs “Illuminated Heart” Workshop December 27-30

ebbie Jackson will offer a fourday workshop, “Awakening the Illuminated Heart,” designed to help participants break down their internal emotional barriers and learn to love themselves and others in order to live a more loving, conscious life. The workshop will be held December 27-30 at Still Point retreat center in Ten Mile, Tennessee, about 45 minutes west Mebbie Jackson of Knoxville on Watts Bar Lake. Jackson spent a year studying with the workshop’s developer, Drunvalo Melchiezedek, and is a certified teacher of this work. “Drunvalo calls the school associated with this work ‘the School of Remembering,’” she says. “Throughout the four days, participants will begin to remember that this information has been a part of them for a very long time. It will feel in a way like going home, and they will begin to really understand the teachings of Jesus, Rumi and others who exclaim the power of the journey of the heart.” The workshop costs $430, which includes a $100 nonrefundable deposit (applicable toward another workshop in case of cancellation). Registration at Drunvalo.net costs $14.95 and allows access to videos and writings to prepare for the workshop, as well as new information posted after the workshop. Participants don’t have to stay at the retreat center to attend the workshop, although it is encouraged. “The retreat center has budget accommodations and communal meals if you are interested,” Jackson says. “This work is very intimate, and sharing space helps facilitate the power of the intimacy.” For more information contact Mebbie Jackson at 865-6799642 or mebane8@mac.com. See ad, page 39.

Fairy Houses Workshop at CANC

he Chattanooga Arboretum and Nature Center at Reflection Riding will host a special workshop for families, “Fairy Houses,” December 14 from noon to 3 p.m. The cost is $10 per family. The workshop was inspired by the book Fairy Houses by Tracy Kane. Participants receive a purse of fairy gold to purchase building and decorating materials in the fairy marketplace. Builders also explore the Arboretum grounds for just the right site,

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collecting nature’s “cast-offs” along the way. “Nothing live is ever picked to build a fairy house—the fairies wouldn’t like that,” says Rebecca Miller, CANC’s communications manager. CANC also hosts another family-friendly program, animal presentations, twice every Saturday. The first session lasts from 11 a.m. to noon, and the second session from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. “This is a great opportunity to come out and see the Chattanooga Arboretum and Nature Center at Reflection Riding’s animal ambassadors and learn how they impact the natural world,” Miller says. Chattanooga Arboretum and Nature Center is located at 400 Garden Rd., Chattanooga. For information about these and other CANC events, visit ChattanoogaANC.org. See ad, page 7.

Four Bridges Massage Moves to New Location in Red Bank

our Bridges Massage Therapy has a new home at Luminous Beauty Boutique in the heart of Red Bank. Owner Tracy Hilliard, a licensed massage therapist and registered nurse, says the new space is perfect for her specialty, the Arvigo Technique of Maya Abdominal Therapy. “The warm environment really Tracy Hilliard complements the abdominal massage, which has been such a wonderful addition to my practice,” Hilliard says. “I am inspired by the benefits that this therapy can bring to clients who struggle with reproductive health, fertility and digestive issues.” Four Bridges Massage also offers prenatal massage as well as neuromuscular therapy, incorporating a wide range of massage techniques, says Hilliard, who has 13 years’ experience in the field. Four Bridges’ new setting enables clients to coordinate a massage with spa services, she adds. “Stepping through the door in the new space instantly feels tranquil and inviting,” she says. “And now clients can come in for massage therapy and also treat themselves to a facial with Angela Folmar, who is a licensed aesthetician and the founder of Luminous.” Four Bridges Massage Therapy and Luminous Beauty Boutique are located at 3894 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. For an appointment, call Tracy Hilliard at 423-322-6974.

Free Screening of Numen, “Life-Changing Movie”

utrition World will host a free screening of Numen: The Documentary of the Decade December 7 at 1 p.m. in the yoga room on the lower level of the store. Ed Jones, owner of Nutrition World, calls Numen “a life-changing movie” and says he hopes anyone interested in holistic health will take the opportunity to see the film. “In my 34 years of submersing myself in the principles of holistic health, I have rarely seen a movie that does such a great job of targeting the core concepts of humans’ relationship to the earth and the foods we consume,” he says. “I was so moved by its ability to explain how we can achieve superior health if we just recognize our disconnection from what is ancient and almost sacred, and learn where we went wrong on our path to health.” To reserve a spot at the free screening, call Nutrition World at 423-892-4085. Nutrition World is located at 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. See ad, pages 2 and Outside Back Cover.

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Sprinkle Cinnamon to Avert Alzheimer’s

innamon is known as an excellent antioxidant that improves fasting blood sugar levels and prevents heart disease. Now new research offers yet another benefit and reason to add this potent spice to our daily diet. Researchers at the University of California, Santa Barbara, have confirmed that cinnamon helps protect against Alzheimer’s disease. They found that the cinnamon compounds cinnamaldehyde and epicatechin help stop the formation of “tangles” of tau protein in the brain, hallmarks of the memory-robbing neurodegenerative disease. The study, published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, says these powerful antioxidants that give cinnamon its potent flavor and scent defend mental function in a unique way. “Take, for example, sunburn, a form of oxidative damage,” explains Roshni Graves, of the university’s Department of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology. “If you wore a hat, you could protect your face and head from oxidation. In a sense, this cinnamaldehyde is like a cap,” protecting against tau proteins. The findings suggest that sufficient cinnamon consumption might stop the progression of Alzheimer’s or even prevent it.

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ew can say no to a cup of hot cocoa on a cold winter’s night. “Enjoy!” say Penn State researchers. They have found that a little bit of cocoa may be a powerful diet aid in helping to control inflammation and ameliorate related diseases, including diabetes. Numerous current studies link obesity to inflammation in the body. Cocoa, although a common ingredient of chocolate, by itself has low-calorie, low-fat and high-fiber content. The researchers fed laboratory mice the human equivalent of 10 tablespoons of cocoa powder—about four or five cups of hot cocoa—along with a high-fat diet for 10 weeks. The control group ate the same diet without the cocoa. Lead researcher Joshua Lambert, Penn State associate professor of food science, says the study results surprised the team, which did not expect the “dramatic reduction of inflammation and fatty liver disease” associated with obesity. Although the animals lost no weight, the cocoa powder supplement reduced liver triglycerides by 32 percent and plasma insulin levels by 27 percent, indicating it might be a powerful obesity-fighting tool. But there is a catch: Adding sugar, an inflammatory substance in itself, to healthy cocoa will likely neutralize the benefits. Try stevia as a sweetener instead; it’s been used for decades to lower blood sugar.

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Meditation Helps Heal Traumatized Veterans

ranscendental Meditation (TM) has a dramatic healing effect on people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and can also result in lower blood pressure, according to two new studies. TM—a technique to avoid distracting thoughts, decrease stress and promote a state of relaxed awareness— reduced PTSD symptoms in combat veterans by as much as 50 percent in just eight weeks, according to a study from Georgetown University, in Washington, D.C., published in the journal Military Medicine. The veterans also reported decreased depression and improved quality of life, with a greater ability to come back to their civilian lives after returning from duty. Vietnam War vets randomly assigned to TM sessions at a Denver Veterans Center also experienced greater reductions in alcohol usage, insomnia and depression than those in conventional counseling. At the conclusion of a landmark three-month study, 70 percent of the meditating veterans felt they no longer required the services of the center. A separate American Heart Association report on the general U.S. population showed that the practice of TM generally reduced systolic blood pressure in subjects by five points and diastolic by three points, enough to put many of them into normal range. Previous clinical trials have shown that lower blood pressure through TM practice is associated with significantly lower rates of death, heart attack and stroke. TM is usually practiced for 15 to 20 minutes twice a day by sitting comfortably and focusing on an individually selected word or series of words.

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SafeMarkets.org offers a new clearinghouse of information gathered by advocates investigating toxic chemicals in food, baby products, toys, furniture, construction materials and other consumer goods. Families, municipalities, builders and businesses can use it to identify potentially harmful products and find safer alternatives. Hosted by the Workgroup for Safe Markets (WSM), it’s a one-stop shop to provide information for consumers, retailers and manufacturers that are demanding safer products, says Beverley Thorpe, a WSM co-leader and consulting co-director for Clean Production Action. Mia Davis, vice president of health and safety at Beautycounter, who is expecting her first child, sees it as a resource for parents to find a full complement of safe products for their families. “More than ever,” she says, “people understand how important it is to shop with companies they trust and to support businesses working to create truly safe products.”

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Endangered Western Tree Habitats A team of scientists at the University of Grenoble, in France, have isolated ultrasonic pops 100 times faster than what a human can hear in slivers of dead pine wood bathed in a hydrogel to simulate the conditions of a living tree. They exposed the gel to an artificially dry environment and listened for the noises that occurred as air bubbles built up, blocking water uptake, similar to what occurs to trees during drought. As leaves on a tree collect carbon dioxide, they open their pores, a process that leaves them particularly vulnerable to water loss. Douglas firs and pine trees can repair this damage as frequently as every hour, says Katherine McCulloh, a plant ecophysiologist at Oregon State University. However, the bubbles are deadly for other species. Today, the typical forest in the often thirsty American West contains an unnaturally high density of 112 to 172 trees per acre. Besides intercepting rain and snow that would otherwise enter the groundwater supply, such an overabundance threatens native species. “Deprived of [the effect of] low-intensity, naturally occurring fires, aspen, lupine, sequoia and fireweed can’t reproduce,” notes Jamie Workman, of the Environmental Defense Fund. “Deer lose edge habitat. Threatened owls and raptors can’t navigate through increasingly dense thickets.” Workman argues that thinning out small trees is the answer. Contributing source: Utne.com

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Intuitive Generosity Spontaneity Sparks Altruism

What makes people put “we” ahead of “me”? To find out, a group of Harvard University researchers enrolled thousands of people to play a “public good” game in which subjects were divided into small groups, given some money and the choice to keep it or contribute it to a common pool that would grow and benefit the entire group. Researchers discovered that those that made their decisions quickly were more likely to contribute to the common good. Taking it a step further, the researchers applied time pressure to the decision-making process. They then found that those faced with making a quick decision most often chose the “we” option, while those that spent more time deliberating ended up giving less money to the group kitty. The Massachusetts research team, which tested thousands of online worldwide participants, concluded that spontaneity and intuition guide people into rapid acts of kindness.

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t isn’t easy beGoodwill programs are That’s a lot of salvage saved from ing green. But Chattanooga designed to “repurpose” landfill oblivion. And those are Goodwill Indusa disability into the ability just the numbers tries is making it a for the Chattalittle simpler to be to find good employment nooga Goodwill eco-conscious for Industries service residents of Southand earn a paycheck. area. They don’t east Tennessee and include the thouNorthwest Georgia. sands of gently-used items donated to An early-model truck touts the mission: and sold in Chattanooga Goodwill’s 14 “Goodwill turns waste into wages.” retail stores and online through Shop Known as “the world’s original Goodwill.com. recycler,” Goodwill repurposes most Donating to Chattanooga Goodwill items it receives. The numbers speak for is the first step in fulfilling the nonprofthemselves: it’s green scheme. With 20 stand-alone • 500,000 pounds of salvage diverted donation sites and 14 store-affiliated centers, Goodwill makes it convenient from landfills each month to cull the clutter and donate. They’re • some 6 million pounds of textiles, books, shoes, paper, cardboard and called “attended donation centers” for a reason: there’s an attendant onsite to more sold annually to third-party unload items from vehicles and offer firms for repurposing • nearly 300,000 pounds of electron- donation receipts—always helpful for tax records. ics—including computers, printers Shopping at Goodwill is another and other devices—channeled to way to “go green.” Choosing gentlyDell Reconnect for refurbishment used goods over brand-new ones or parts

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whenever possible extends the life of an otherwise useful item. Because it reduces the energy required to make new products with new packaging, shopping secondhand is environmentally friendly. (It also saves some green, not to mention the fact that Goodwill’s great bargains will make others green with envy!) But recycling goods is the least of Chattanooga Goodwill’s repurposing efforts. For 90 years, Chattanooga Goodwill has built new lives and renewed confidence and encouraged the independence of people with challenges. It does this through programs designed to “repurpose” a disability into the ability to find good employment and earn a paycheck. More than 80 percent of the revenue from the sale of donated goods is channeled into Chattanooga Goodwill programs that are offered at no cost to people in the 23-county Chattanooga Goodwill service area. Mission programs range from the traditional, like skills assessment, training and job-placement services, to the more diverse: mentoring at-risk students to make good education and career choices, training assistance dogs that help people with mobility challenges, and repairing doGoodwill employee nated durable Domingo Sanchez medical equipreadies computer doment for use by nations for shipment clients who are to Dell Reconnect uninsured or underinsured. Going green and staying green isn’t always the easiest way to live. But for nearly a century, it has been a way of life at Chattanooga Goodwill Industries. Mary Lockhart is communications coordinator at Chattanooga Goodwill Industries. Goodwill Industries International is a network of 207 community-based organizations throughout the United States. More information about Chattanooga Goodwill Industries is available at GoodwillChatt.org.

ecotip Family Games Generate Goodwill All Year Fun family games based on cards, trivia and charades are quintessential holiday activities. Now a new generation of games adds fresh dimensions of interest and goodwill. Online games—some are free—extend good tidings to people around the world, as well as our environment. Santa is thrilled. Eco games galore: From determining our family’s carbon footprint to making ethical decisions as a business leader or learning how to help child populations vulnerable to pneumonia, EcoGamer. org is a gateway to enriching experiences. More than 20 entertaining websites employ informative, eco-related calculations, games and quizzes. Assist African farmers: Heighten awareness and empathy by experiencing on a virtual basis the immense challenges of life on an African farm, including dealing with disease, drought, a lack of resources and war, at 3rdWorldFarmer.com/About. html. Free trials are available, plus links to international nonprofit organizations and relief groups. Become a citizen scientist: At FilamentGames.com/projects/citizen-science, players travel back in time to investigate how a lake became polluted and what can be done today to protect our waterways. Developed by the National Science Foundation, in partnership with the University of Wisconsin, it illustrates business, lifestyle and social factors that can harm the environment. Learn and feed: FreeRice.com allows players to automatically help feed hungry people with rice donations through the United Nations World Food Program. Players select from specific subjects: art, chemistry, geography, English, other languages and math. Each correct answer donates 10 grains of rice as participants watch the contents of a virtual bowl gradually fill. Tabletop games: Bioviva (Bioviva.com), Destruct 3 (UncleSkunkleToys.com), ReThink: The Eco Design Game (PlayReThink.com), Xeko (Xeko.com) and Endango (search Amazon.com) are all new takes on the traditional pastime of board games. Some are made of recycled materials, to boot.

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Guiding Every Body to Health and Happiness The Master doesn’t seek fulfillment, But not seeking, not expecting, Is present and can welcome all things.

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and practice, he tress and stiffness completed his brought Anthony 200-hour teacher Crutcher to yoga. certification at the Health and happiness Prajna Teacher inspired him to stay Training Program in the practice. in Santa Fe, New A major reorgaMexico, in 2011. nization at Crutcher’s That same year, he place of employbecame involved ment had shifted him in the management into a position of of ClearSpring Yoga more responsibility with Sue Reynolds and more stress. “I (who co-founded the exercised regularly studio in 1999) and and found my body Stephanie Rider. He growing stronger, became co-owner but also tighter and with Rider when stiffer,” he says. “That Reynolds retired in combination is what March 2013. compelled me to seek Crutcher relief.” “My teaching style says his goal at Cle In 1995 he found his relief in yoga, imis very simple, very arSpring is to make the benefits and joys mersing himself in the study and practice and basic and also very of yoga accessible to anyone who wants quickly experiencing subtle. I am a guide; the experience. its many benefits. “My “I know, life improved imthe asana and the from my own experimensely: physically, ence and that of my mentally and spiritupractice are the students, that the ally,” he says. “And as practice of yoga is an I grew, I was motivated teachers.” individual journey in to share that experience with others, so I began teaching in which one never knows what will be discovered,” he says. “I enjoy serv2000.” ing as a guide, taking students on an Crutcher has been teaching and inward journey of self-discovery, giving sharing his knowledge of yoga for 13 them space and time to discover and years now. “I still find it deeply rewardexperience their own individual beauty, ing to nurture insight in my students and to receive inspiration from them, as strength, balance, peace and acceptance. My teaching style is very simple, well,” he says. very basic and also very subtle. I am a Continuing to deepen his study

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guide; the asana and the practice are the teachers.” Crutcher says he strives to provide his students with the tools of awareness and direction in an entertaining but challenging way. “I encourage them not to dwell on outcomes, but to embrace whatever they discover, on and off the mat,” he says. “The practice of yoga is always a journey, not a destination.” His approach reflects the principle ClearSpring Yoga has always embraced: that yoga can be practiced by anyone. “As we say at ClearSpring Yoga, we welcome every body. From its founding, our studio has been and continues to be, in the words of TVK Desikachar, ‘a spring from which flows vidya, clear understanding.’ It’s a haven of peace and quiet, where people can come to practice yoga, meditate and regenerate.” ClearSpring Yoga now offers a new Restorative Yoga class with Candria Eddinger from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. on Sundays and will soon launch a “New to the Mat” series for beginners. CSY is located at 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. For class schedules or more information, visit ClearSpringYoga.com or contact the studio at 423-266-3539. See ad, page 12.

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Image Crafting versus Perspective Crafting by Lauryn Peterson

recently ran across the term image crafting in a discussion of social media—that is, promoting a selective or even false image of yourself through a network like Facebook. You’ve probably seen image crafting in action. Perhaps a close friend of yours is embroiled in a difficult relationship, but she posts only the most affectionate photographs and statements regarding her significant other. Or maybe another friend posts

only about his business successes, never mentioning the problems he’s experiencing. Contemplating my own relationship to social media, I wondered about this phenomenon and how we can reframe it toward a more constructive reality. Instead of viewing image crafting as misleading or false, what if we thought of it as an opportunity to select what gets our energy and attention online? Of course, there is some wisdom to “crafting” a specific image of yourself online if that image is easily accessible to your professional contacts. But I am more interested in the choices we make regarding encouraging or critical language. When I’m typing a response or an update, I am reinforcing my view of reality through my words. If I’m having a bad day with my spouse, I can go online and make cryptic remarks about our troubles or even overtly complain about him, or I can use this public forum to focus on what my spouse has given me that day. Naikan practice asks us to view our experiences through the answers to the following questions: What have I given ________? What have I received from _________? What trouble or harm may I have caused _______?

The holidays are notorious for bringing out stress in relationships, and some of the steam from that stress can be seen online. During the holidays, social media sites often bubble with statements of gratitude, intentions for the new year, and reflections on the past. But the holidays are also notorious for bringing out stress and strain in relationships and families, and some of the steam from that stress can be seen online. This season, a helpful exercise to keep your perspective online might be to ask yourself these three questions before posting any comment or status. Try this exercise for three days, and see what happens! Lauryn Peterson is a certified instructor of Constructive Living at the Asala Center in Chattanooga, where she also teaches yoga and belly dance. Contact her at lauryn. Lauryn Peterson peterson@gmail.com. See resource listing, page 37.

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s Earth’s population grows to a projected 9 billion people by 2050, can our global community keep eating flesh like we’ve been doing for centuries? No, according to a 2010 report by the United Nations Environment Programme, an international panel of sustainable resource management experts. Examining the food demands of a growing population and associated environmental and sustainability issues, Assessing the Environmental Impacts of Consumption and Production recommends “substantial worldwide diet change away from animal products.” Making the case for a holistic view, Will Tuttle, Ph.D., suggests in World Peace Diet: Eating for Spiritual Health and Social Harmony that we start to see the connections between our food choices and the health and well-being of ourselves, our families, communities and the world.

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At the center of the web of life is the food we all share to sustain our bodies. Tuttle insists that we celebrate this and regard each meal as a feast. “Food preparation is the only art that allows us to literally incorporate what we create. It is also the only art that fully involves all five senses,” he says. We honor this wonderful activity most by sharing our

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cooking efforts with others, blessing the food and eating mindfully. The problem at the center of life, maintains Tuttle, is that we involve animals in our food chain, an act that “introduces suffering, whether physical, mental or emotional.” This is a truth we try to hide from, what he calls the ”cultural shadow”. “The worst examples include factory farming, but even the best methods ultimately involve killing other animals for food,” he says. One of Tuttle’s more controversial claims is that the herding culture—raising, dominating, selling, killing and owning animals—sets up a harmful physical, emotional and cultural dynamic, extolling domineering and aggressive behavior. “The herding culture requires male dominance and a mentality that might makes right,” observes Tuttle. “It also sees females as primarily breeders, not beings.” Based on contemporary research in anthropology, sociology and psychopathology, he maintains that the actions required to both dominate animals and eat their meat can lead to more aggressive and violent behavior. One recent study seems to support his claim. Dr. Neil Barnard, in his book, Foods That Fight Pain, remarks that, “Plant-based diets also help tame testosterone’s activity.” Barnard cites a Massachusetts male aging study of 1,552

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Peace on Our Plates Mindful Eating for a More Peaceful World

men ages 40 to 70, which indicated that men eating more fruits and vegetables than meat were less domineering and aggressive, because the increased sex hormone-binding globulin produced by plants helps keep testosterone in check. “If we continue the meat-centric way of eating, we’re going to continue to have the problems that come with it,” says Tuttle. “The way forward is plantbased agriculture.”

Practicing a World Peace Diet The Tuttles shop for fresh, organic and non-GMO (genetically modified organism) foods and favor what they call “blueprint recipes”, that vary from day to day. Each outlines the makings of a dish and encourages cooks to be intuitive in how they fill in the details. For a typical breakfast, for example, Tuttle and his wife, Madeleine, will make a green smoothie that includes kale, banana, apple, grapes, ground flax, chia seeds, cinnamon and fresh ginger. “It’s a flexible drink,” says Tuttle. “We will swap out whatever organic fruits and vegetables we have so that we vary the flavor from time to time.” For example, they might use parsley, spinach, or chard leaves in place of kale, or citrus in place of grapes. Lunch is usually a wrap-type sandwich, sometimes using fresh leaf lettuce or a whole-wheat tortilla. One recent example of such a wrap combined tomatoes, peppers, sprouts, walnuts, tempeh and avocado. A dinnertime blueprint recipe involves a base of cooked rice, quinoa, pasta, mashed potatoes or polenta, topped with a vegetable ragout, cooked or raw. “You could live the rest of your life mixing and matching these ingredients and never have the same meal twice,” notes Tuttle. “We have been doing it for 30 years. If we all choose to eat like this, the world could feed everybody on a fraction of the land now consumed by agriculture.” Learn more at WorldPeaceDiet.org/ articles.htm. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Peace Blueprint Recipe When sitting down to eat, look at what’s been created to nourish all those gathered. Enjoy the colors, smells, tastes and love that blesses the food. May the principle of Oneness govern all beings.

Whole Wheat and Vegetable Wrap

For lunch, a simple wrap can provide a daily change-up mixing in different fresh ingredients plus a plant-based flavoring like dried herbs, spices or garlic stirred into the Vegenaise or homemade eggless mayonnaise.

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Yields two servings 2 10-inch whole-wheat tortillas 2 Tbsp Vegenaise 1 tsp prepared horseradish, or to taste 1 cup fresh lettuce, torn into pieces ½ cup sprouts ½ cup chopped fresh tomatoes ½ cup shredded fresh carrots ½ cup diced fresh cucumber 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced ¼ cup toasted walnuts Toast walnuts by placing them on a baking sheet in a 350-degree oven for 15 minutes. Cool, and then chop. Place the tortillas on a flat surface. In a small bowl, mix the Vegenaise and horseradish together. Spread the mixture on the tortillas. Top each tortilla with half the lettuce, sprouts, tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, avocado and walnuts. Roll each tortilla into a wrap and serve.

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hroughout the year, Santa’s good girls and boys of all ages make every effort to buy only what’s needed, plus recycle, reuse and repurpose. Then the holidays hit and discipline often gives way to indulgences. The season seems consumed by uptempo decorating, feasting, shopping, gift-giving and merrymaking at any cost. Yet, creative green living experts show us how easy it is to tweak timehonored family traditions to align with the green way we wish to live and feel even more satisfied with festivities.

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accented with boughs of holly. “Local nurseries are good sources for holiday décor that you can later mulch or put in yard waste bins,” she says. “The smells are much more authentic and festive.” Save energy by using LED lights whenever possible, suggests Sheryl Eisenberg, a writer for the National Resources Defense Council. Plug lights and electronics into a power strip, and then unplug it when not in use to save “ghost” energy pulled by electronics that are plugged in, but not activated. Buy a live tree to later plant or recycle, Seo suggests. This supports regional Christmas tree farmers while retaining the integrity of local forests. Many communities offer recycling of holiday trees to provide mulch or habitat for aquatic life in local lakes.

Keeping the Feast

Organize a cookie exchange to get together and save time and energy on holiday baking, suggests Sara Novak, a food policy and health writer at SereneKitchen.com, from Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina. Generally, a hostess asks guests to bring several dozen of their favorite cookies. Once gathered, attendees share the treats and recipes, taking home several of each variety. To “green it up”, Novak recommends emailing the recipes rather than printing them, encouraging invitees to use fresh and local ingredients and bring favorite reusable containers from home, like a colorful, time-honored cookie tin.

For the holiday table, mix and match settings of plates, glasses, linens and cutlery. “Use the real thing,” Eisenberg recommends, “and recruit guests to help wash up afterwards.” She recalls that while growing up, her mother supplemented her silverware with grandmother’s for large holiday dinners. Save your own energy (and sanity) by asking family and friends to bring an appetizer, side dish or dessert. The hostess can assign a dish and corresponding recipe or use a potluck approach, says Eisenberg. Leftovers go home in non-plastic, reusable containers.

Gift Giving

Many families enjoy giving traditional gifts to children at certain ages, like dollhouses or train sets. Re-imagine these and, when possible, buy local to save energy and support area businesses, suggests Eisenberg. Cintia Gonzalez, an Australian mom, crafted a dollhouse from an old suitcase, inventively using black chalkboard paint for the exterior, wooden shelves as floors and fast food ketchup cups as lampshades (Tinyurl.com/ UpcycleDollhouse). Another mom transformed a discarded coffee table into a painted train table for her boys. Upcycle paint chip cards into colorful gift tags, suggests Seo. Plus, use gift wraps that become part of the gift itself, such as placemats swaddling a bottle of wine, fabric to encase quilting supplies or sheet music enveloping concert tickets. As a general rule, “Give experiences, not gifts,” counsels Eisenberg. “Giving loved ones experiences reduces wrapping paper, ribbon and packaging and is an easy way to be a bit more personal over the holidays. Your teenage niece may love a spa day, complete with hair styling, while your favorite aunt and uncle may be thrilled to attend a local wine tasting. If you think a young child can tolerate a few less presents in exchange for a pass to an ice show or dance class, go for it.” “It’s the holiday experience that counts,” counsels Seo. “It’s what makes memories.” Claire O’Neil is a freelance writer from Kansas City, MO.

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The Smart Toy Box 20 Brain-Building Toys Under $20 by Michelle Hecker Davis

t’s Christmas, and that means your kids are about to hand you a wish list on a roll of toilet paper. Yes, it’s that long. There will be requests for video games, an oven that cooks pink minicakes using 24 nine-volt batteries, and some kind of gun that will have the cat hiding under the couch. And they’re all expensive. But there are fun toys that won’t rot your kiddos’ brains or break your budget. In fact, we found 20 toys that will actually strengthen their brain skills. The first 10 were taken from Dr. Toy’s “100 Best Toys of 2013” (DrToy.com), and all 20 toys cost less than $20. We chose these not only for their low cost, but also because they help develop complex learning skills like memory, logic and reasoning; processing speed; attention; and auditory and visual processing. Since parents are often the first to notice when their children have learning struggles, we’ve noted which cognitive skills each toy strengthens. Just skim through the list and look for skill sets based on your child’s age and abilities. Do you have a 10-year-old with ADHD? Look for toys that strengthen selective, divided and sustained attention. Prepping your kindergartner to read? Choose toys that strengthen phonemic awareness through rhyming, segmenting and sound blending. Does your seven-year-old struggle to remember basic math facts? Select games that include numerical fluency

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or memory challenges. Here are some of the best brainbuilding games under $20 (all prices from Amazon.com): 1. Deluxe Puzzle Wheel by Mudpuppy ($14.99) Includes a sorting pegboard, five wooden pegs and 25 shapes in various colors. Ages: 24 months+ Cognitive skills: visual processing, logic & reasoning, attention 2. Toddler Build and Play Cubes by LEGO ($11.59) Colorful, extra-large cubes perfect for toddlers just learning to build. Ages: 18 months+ Cognitive skills: visual processing, attention 3. Chain Letters by Patch Products ($18.88) Build words by hooking the letters together—but don’t drop the chain! Ages: 8+ Cognitive skills: sound blending, sound segmenting, attention

Toss this soft ball indoors or out while you practice counting, basic math or learning shapes. Ages: 1-5 years Cognitive skills: numerical fluency, attention

6. Show Me the Kwan by Griddly Games ($19.99) Roll a die and then compete to match a letter to a category and then call out words corresponding to the letter that was rolled. Ages: 8+ Cognitive skills: auditory processing, visual processing, attention, processing speed 7. Match It! Spelling by The Learning Journey International ($10) Learn to spell three- and four-letter words by assembling the puzzle cards. Ages: 4+ Cognitive skills: auditory processing, sound blending, planning 8. Clubs by North Star Games ($11.34) Get rid of all your cards as quickly as possible while taking tricks with clubs in them to gather points. Ages: 8+ Cognitive skills: planning, logic & reasoning, attention, memory, strategy 9. Pluckin’ Pears by R & R Games ($13.96) Beat the clock as you try to predict what pairs of random images other players will choose. Ages: 12+ Cognitive skills: processing speed, logic & reasoning, visual processing

4. Spot it! Party by Blue Orange ($19.99) Find the symbol that each of two cards has in common. A fun, fast game for the entire family. Ages: 10+ Cognitive skills: attention, processing speed, visual processing

10. Candy Puzzle by B. Dazzle ($9.61) Arrange nine colorful squares by matching their edges to form a completed picture in every direction. Ages: 4+ Cognitive skills: visual processing, attention

5. My First Math Ball – Numbers & Shapes by Exploracise ($14.95)

11. Rhyming Words Dominoes by Trend Enterprises ($5.48)

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Teach rhyming words with these domino-like, double-sided cards with words and pictures. Ages: 4+ Cognitive skills: sound segmenting, rhyming, auditory processing

12. Simon Electronic Carabiner by Basic Fun ($6.99) This portable version of the original classic includes a clip to attach to a belt loop or purse. Ages: 7+ Cognitive skills: auditory processing, visual processing, attention, memory, processing speed 13. 1Minute Math Electronic Flash Card by Learning Resources ($10.49) This handheld gadget builds number fact fluency in timed and untimed modes with three levels of difficulty. Ages: 6+ Cognitive skills: visual processing, auditory processing, math computations, processing speed 14. Sport Stacking Game – Stacks Cups by Flying Cup ($8.99) Stack in sequences as quickly as you can. Ages: 8+ Cognitive skills: planning, processing speed, visual processing 15. Travel Battleship Fun on the Run by Hasbro ($15) This classic tactical combat game is now perfect for car trips. Ages: 7+ Cognitive skills: logic & reasoning, planning, problem solving 16. LED Light Rubik’s Cube by Glodeals ($6.40) The classic ’80s brain twister now comes in a light-up version. Ages: 3+ Cognitive skills: planning, visual processing, problem solving, working memory 17. Sequence for Kids by Jax Ltd. ($13.69) Play a card from your hand, place a chip on a character, and aim for four in a row.

Ages: 4+ Cognitive skills: logic & reasoning, planning, problem solving, sequential processing, visual processing, working memory

18. 4 In a Row by Pressman Toys ($12.13) Be the first player to get four disks in a row. Ages: 6+ Cognitive skills: attention, logic & reasoning, executive processing, planning, sequential processing, problem solving 19. Bop-It Bounce by Hasbro ($10.05) Follow the electronic commands to bounce at different skill levels, alone or against friends. Ages: 8+ Cognitive skills: auditory processing, planning, processing speed, attention 20. Mancala For Kids by Pressman Toys ($11.81) With animal shapes instead of

stones, this centuries-old classic is still a gem. Ages: 6+ Cognitive skills: logic & reasoning, numerical concept, numerical fluency, planning, problem solving

“We now know that you’re not resigned to the IQ you’re born with,” says Ken Gibson, founder of the national braintraining franchise LearningRX and author of Unlock the Einstein Inside: Applying New Brain Science to Wake Up the Smart in Your Child. “IQ is simply a measurement of cognitive scores, and personal brain training is the fastest, most effective way to strengthen them. Best of all, the results are permanent. As a supplement to brain training, purchasing toys that work these brain skills can help.” Michelle Hecker Davis is executive director of LearningRx in Chattanooga. To download a free Games for Skills Chart, visit LearningRx.com/chattanooga-east. See ad, page 13.

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New Center on Main Pays Tribute to Street’s History

tory as well as old he Center on Center on Main will pictures of the area. Main is the outcome of a serve the community “One photo of Main Street was labeled vision not only to not only through the ‘Montgomery Avhouse the Center for enue,’” Jump recalls. Integrative Medicine medical practice and “Our curiosity about and Center MedSpa, but to pay homage med spa, but through the street’s previous name inspired us to to the history of Main Street in Chat- informational sessions in do some research to tanooga. the Montgomery Room. discover the namesake for Montgom When owner ery Avenue.” Terry Jump made It has been the big leap into noted that the building a strucstreets parallel to ture to house her the river were numbered two current businesses as streets; Main Street was well as grow another busioriginally Fifteenth Street. ness and have a community According to The History of room, she wanted to pay Hamilton County and Chattribute to her new neightanooga, Tennessee, Volume borhood. 2, by Zella Armstrong, Ben “There were many jamin “Rush” Montgomery, an attorney discussions about the different ways to from Virginia, came to Chattanooga show respect to its history,” she says, around 1838 and declared Fifteenth “and ultimately we focused on the Street “the center of the universe.” Soon community room. We asked ourselves, the area became a burgeoning place of ‘What can be attributed to a room commerce and was renamed Montgomwhere events on education, exercise ery Avenue. and entertainment will be the topics And that honor was well-deserved: that bring people, community, toRush Montgomery made many contrigether?’” butions to the city of Chattanooga. The That led to conversations with late city historian Henry Wiltse noted local historian John Dever Jr., who prothat as a board member representing vided information on Main Street’s his-

the city’s Third Ward, Montgomery was involved with decisions pertaining to road widths, railroad expansion and even newspaper prices. As one of Chattanooga’s pioneer residents, he was part of a group responsible for the city’s reputation as “the Dynamo of Dixie.” Further research revealed that Rush Montgomery had a son, also named Benjamin Rush Montgomery, who was born in Chattanooga, became a physician, and died of yellow fever in Memphis in 1878. His obituary stated, “The hero rushes on death amid the clash of the battle and his acts are called heroic. But to answer a call did Dr. Montgomery, to mingle with and battle contagion, to soothe fever fired brains and to aid the widow and succor the orphan, in short to bravely stand under the wings of death, displays a higher and nobler order of courage not honored as it should be on this earth.” “Through this research it was interesting to find a connection between Rush Montgomery’s son as a physician and the medical practice that will be a part of the Center on Main,” says Jeanne Harris, CIM project coordinator. She says Center on Main will serve the community not only through the medical practice and med spa, but through informational sessions in the Montgomery Room. There are plans for yoga, tai chi, educational conversations and kitchen demonstrations. The newly opened Center on Main is located at 320 E. Main St., Chattanooga. For more information about the facility, including the Center for Integrative Medicine and Center MedSpa, visit CIM.md. or CenterMedSpa.com.

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becoming. As a result, many developed illnesses apparently related to the bitterness and resentment they carried. I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends. Many were disappointed they had not truly realized the full benefits of old friends until their dying weeks, and it was not always possible to track them down. Many had become so caught up in their own lives that they had let golden friendships slip away. Many deeply regretted not giving important friendships the time and effort that they deserved.

Women also spoke of this regret, but because most were from an older generation, many had not been breadwinners.

I wish that I had let myself be happier. Many did not understand until the end that happiness is a choice. They had stayed stuck in old patterns and habits. The so-called comfort of familiarity overflowed into their emotions, as well as their physical lives. Fear of change had them pretending to others and to themselves that they were content, when deep within, they longed to laugh with gusto and cultivate some silliness in their life.

I wish I’d had the courage to express my feelings. Many people suppressed their feelings in order to keep peace with others. As a result, they settled for a mediocre existence and never became who they were truly capable of

Bronnie Ware is the author of The Top Five Regrets of the Dying: A Life Transformed by the Dearly Departing, a memoir of how people she cared for changed the way she lives. She blogs at InspirationAndChai.com.

Be Happy Right Now The Top Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware

eople grow a lot when faced with their own mortality. As a palliative caregiver for many years, I learned never to underestimate someone’s capacity for personal growth. After wrestling with a variety of intense emotions, every patient I saw found their peace before they departed. When questioned about regrets or what they would have done differently, five themes emerged. I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me. This was the most common regret of all. When people realize that their life is almost over and look back clearly on it, it is easy to see how many dreams have gone unfulfilled. Most people had not honored even half of their dreams and died knowing that it was due to choices they had made or not made. Health brings a freedom very few realize until they no longer have it. I wish I hadn’t worked so hard. Every male patient that I nursed felt they had missed their children’s youth and their partner’s companionship. They deeply regretted spending so much of their lives on the treadmill of a work existence.

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or California acupuncturist Daniela Freda, counseling patients that grapple with low energy during winter is routine. “They’re often concerned something is wrong, since our society expects us to feel the same way year-round,” says Freda, who maintains a private practice in San Francisco. “But in fact,” she adds, “everything is right.” According to a study published in Psychiatry Research, only 4 to 6 percent of Americans suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD), characterized by a predictable seasonal pattern of major depressive or bipolar disorder. For the vast majority of the population, a slight seasonal variance in mood and behavior is normal, confirms Kathryn Roecklein, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and prominent SAD researcher at Pennsylvania’s University of Pittsburg. Practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), like Freda, view decreased energy in nature’s wintertime as a reflection of the season’s energy. In this philosophy, rising (yang) and falling (yin) energies cycle as the seasons turn. Winter is governed by quiet, slow, introspective and creative yin energy. As winter yields to spring, the bright, fast, expansive and extroverted yang energy gains momentum to peak in summer. “Nature expresses universal energies in a big way,” says research psychol-

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ogist and mind-body medicine expert Joseph Cardillo, Ph.D., author of The Five Seasons. Who can ignore a blossoming spring or an abundant autumn? “Those same energetic cycles,” says Cardillo, “are mirrored in the microcosmic human body and human experience.”

Chill Out

Although the December 21 winter solstice marks the shortest day of the year, temperatures in most of the U.S. continue to fall through February. Cardillo advises embracing winter’s chill because it diverts our attention from daily activities so that we pause to consider what’s important. “The effect is similar to splashing cold water on our face,” he remarks. As the cold draws animals into hibernation and plants into dormancy, it also beckons us to enjoy extra sleep, notes Freda, as we follow the sun’s path: Earlier to bed; later to rise. She encourages her clients to incorporate restorative activities into daily routines. “Intentionally set aside time to connect with the breath and quiet the mind,” she counsels. Try gentle yoga or t’ai chi, listen to relaxing music, curl up with a cozy book or take nature walks, flush with fresh sensory experiences. Cardillo explains that slowing down naturally creates space for the contemplative and creative qualities of yin

Spring is a time for new beginnings, summer a time for growth, autumn for gathering abundance and winter for introspection. ~Joseph Cardillo energy to rise. Meditating, visualizing and journaling promote access to one’s inner wisdom. “Winter is a perfect time to examine the myriad ideas you’ve dreamt up and assemble them into a new you,” says Cardillo. “Now you are prepared to use the robust energy of spring to scatter those ideas abroad.”

Reflect on Water

In TCM, the element of water, symbolizing focus and purity, is closely associated with winter. Highly adaptable, water can be solid, liquid or formless vapor; it can flow over, under, around or through obstacles with ease; and it can be still and contained. Contemplating the power of water in any of its forms can help synchronize one’s consciousness with the season’s gifts. “When your mind is unstuck and flowing like water, your dreams start becoming real to you, simply because you’re in the flow, the present moment,” observes Cardillo, who also authored Be Like Water. He suggests looking to water for guidance in creating solutions, sharpening focus or moving effortlessly on to the next step.

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Freda points out that within the strong yin energy of winter, “There are yang moments, celebratory moments, to keep us going.” An imbalance can occur when the slowness of winter is completely counteracted by too much high-energy socializing, working or rushing through the day. “An excess of yang during the winter,” counsels Freda, “rather than a glimpse of it, can deplete us,” contributing to stress, fatigue and depression. Conversely, for those with an already predominantly yin personality (quiet, introverted, low energy) that overindulge in the yin energy of winter, an attempt at restoration and quietude can lead to lethargy and isolation. “I see this clinically,” says Freda. “Instead of embracing a little extra rest and relaxation, some people become exhausted and lose their motivation altogether. They become stuck in the yin.” Cardillo recommends that such individuals engage in mood-brightening outdoor activities to help restore balance. Roecklein agrees, noting that SAD sufferers undergoing cognitive behavioral therapy (which emphasizes positive thinking and beneficial behaviors) likewise are encouraged to participate in physical and social activities that bring joy and meaning. Lane Vail is a freelance writer in South Carolina. Connect at WriterLane.com.

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irst-aid is the first thing you can do to help an injured animal if you are prepared,” says Dr. Jason Nicholas, owner of The Preventive Vet, in Portland, Oregon. Attention in cases of injury or sudden illness can help a dog or cat stay more comfortable, stop bleeding and provide temporary relief. A pet first-aid kit can resemble a pantry more than a medicine cabinet. Natural components include: Cool water. Purified water kept in a spray bottle can cool overheated pets. For the fastest results, spray near the pulse points, the “armpits” and where fur is the thinnest. Further, a vet will assess if clinical hydration is needed beyond the water bowl. Saline solution. Versatile saline is available at the vet’s office or any pharmacy, and also easy and inexpensive to make at home. Use it to flush debris from eyes, clean wounds and promote healing from incisions. Two teaspoons of non-iodized salt in four cups of boiled water mimics body fluids. The Ohio State University Medical Center website provides a recipe for normal saline solution at Tinyurl.com/SalineRecipe. Vinegar. It acts as a drying agent, especially for floppyeared dogs taking a dip in a pool or natural waterway, which can leave the inner ear moist. “Don’t use vinegar if the skin is red or broken because it will be painful,” says Dr. Jules Benson, vice president of veterinary services

at Petplan Pet Insurance, in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. Never use it more than twice a week. Honey. Apply this sweet unguent to gums to help counteract low blood sugar and shock, particularly when a diabetic pet’s insulin levels are off. Maple syrup is a good substitute. Sugar. Although not recommended in a regular pet diet, sugar can be a topical antibacterial for the short term. Sugar draws water from the wound and dehydrates bacteria, supporting growth of new tissue. Plain yogurt. Adding this healthy refrigerated topping to dry food will activate a sluggish appetite and supply needed cultures to help balance the digestive system. Cornstarch. This non-toxic remedy helps stop minor bleeding from cuts, scrapes and pedicure accidents. Calendula. Also known as pot marigold, calendula cream may be used as an anti-inflammatory. Bug bites, scrapes, sunburn and itching from allergies also benefit from its application. Aloe. Easily grown in a garden or pot and available in gel form, aloe sooths burns, prevents blisters and speeds healing. It also serves as canine Chapstick. “Older dogs often have cracked skin on their noses,” notes Benson. “Aloe helps to heal the skin and keeps the dog comfortable.” Rescue Remedy. Illness or injury brings stress, and one common solution is Rescue Remedy. To relieve fear or anxiety, rub it onto a paw, nose or ears or add the recommended number of drops to water, a treat

or food. It helps dogs, cats, horses, birds, fish and even iguanas. Dosage relies on the extent of stress rather than weight or species. Clean cloths. For bee stings or insect bites on the body, cool compresses can reduce swelling and itching. Wet a washcloth with cold water or for larger welts, wrap an ice pack in a towel and apply for a few minutes at a time. For stings on the face or mouth, it’s best to go to the vet’s office immediately, so that airways don’t swell up and hinder breathing. Miscellaneous supplies. Keep on hand gauze, tape, small scissors, tweezers (for removing objects from the roof of the mouth or splinters), a small flashlight, clean socks to cover a bandage and disposable gloves to keep human germs out of open wounds. A dog in pain may bite without realizing it. Nicholas recommends a basket muzzle, so the dog can easily breathe and pant. When a pet eats or drinks non-food items or foods they shouldn’t, such as chocolate, grapes or onions, head to the local vet. Veterinarian Jeff Levy, in New York City, who is also a certified veterinary acupuncturist, counsels, “Always keep contact information for your vet, an emergency hospital and animal poison control center handy.” Also, find out where emergency services are located when traveling. Pets can go into shock just like humans. To prevent or reduce the impact, keep the animal warm and provide a deep massage of the ears, at the base, where ears meet the head. A couple of drops of lavender oil on a collar or bandana will help everyone relax. Do not put essential oils directly on the pet, especially cats, as it can be toxic. Just like children, pets may have accidents or get sick after office hours. Stay calm, head for the natural pet pantry and then call the family’s holistic veterinarian. Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLSandyM@ yahoo.com.

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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1 First Sunday Free Introductory Yoga Class at ClearSpring Yoga – 2:30-3:30pm. Teachers rotate. No charge. Experience the yoga community and find out what yoga can do for you. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 2 Center MedSpa opens new facility – New 7,000-square-foot space opens at Center on Main, 320 E. Main St., Chattanooga. Tour the facility Dec. 7 at MAINx24 festival. Info: 423-643-1980 or CenterMedSpa.com.

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Chattanooga Zoo’s Holiday Lights – 5:30-8pm. Also 12/7, 13, 14. $8.95 adults/$5.95 ages 3-12. Members half off. Visit the animals and watch them open their Christmas presents. Pictures with Santa. Holiday games & crafts. Chattanooga Zoo at Warner Park, 301 N. Holtzclaw Ave. Info: 423-697-1322 or ChattZoo.org.

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Funky Monkey Night Race – 6pm registration. 5K and 1-mile fun run benefits the Rhea Family YMCA. Race begins and ends at the YMCA, 232 4th Ave., Dayton, TN. Prizes will be awarded for funkiest male, female, boy and girl monkeys. Info: EdgeReg.com.

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A Christmas Story – Beloved holiday comedy opens at the Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River St. Info: 423-267-8534 or TheatreCentre.com.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7 Holiday Market at Chattanooga Market – 10am5pm. Free shopping event features locally made art, crafts, foods. Chattanooga Convention Center, 1150 Carter St., Chattanooga. Info: Chattanooga Market.com Candy Cane Dash 5K RunWalk – 9am. East Hamilton Middle/High School. Proceeds go toward upgrade of educational technology and equipment at East Hamilton. Info: EastHamiltonHurricanes.org. Free screening of Numen: The Documentary of the Decade – 1pm. Film explores relationship between humans, the earth and food. Space limited, so call

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ongoingevents 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, MovementArts Collective.com. Restore and Flow Yoga – 10-11:30am. All levels with Beth Daugherty. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-2663539 or ClearSpringYoga.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. $7 Community Yoga Hour – 2:30 pm with Robin Elder. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

All Levels Yoga – 5:30-6:45 pm. With Tom Bodkin. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com

Flow Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. All levels with Jenny Mac Merrill. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

Yoga for Ease of Movement – 5:30-6:45 pm. With Sallie Beckes. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

Yin Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. With Elizabeth Townsend. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107 , Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

Safe Yoga for Round Bodies – 7-8:15pm. With Amy Bockmon. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.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.

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.

Flow/Restorative Yoga with Mina Chong – 6:15-7:30pm. $10 per class or 11 classes for $100. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351.

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Managing Reactions to Traumatic Stress – 6:30pm. Educate self and significant others on the effects of PTSD. Clinic, support group follow workshop. Free. Dr. Savannah JG or Margie Wesley, 6074 E. Brainerd Rd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-883-5463.

First Sunday Intro Yoga Classes – 2:30-3:30 pm. Teachers rotate. No charge. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

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.

NEW Restorative Yoga Class – 4:30-5:45pm. With Candy Eddinger. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-2663539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

Flow Yoga – 8:30-9:30am. All levels with Candy Eddinger. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

Yoga for Recovery – 6:15 pm with Tom Bodkin. Cost $5. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

Yoga for Flex-Ability – 10:15-11:30am. With Sallie Beckes. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

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YinYoga – 11:45am-1pm. With Candy Eddinger. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

Yoga Fundamentals – 10-11:15am. With Cecilia Keefer. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Flow Yoga – 11:30am-12:30pm. All levels with Howard Brown. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Dojo Chattanooga – Adult Kenpo 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:306pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Adult Kenpo 6:307:30pm; Wing Chun 7:30-8:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855. Walk-In Acupuncture Sessions – 1-6pm. Distal points used; patients remain fully clothed in a comfortable recliner in a large room with other clients. $15-40, depending on family income (no verification needed); $10 extra first visit. Cash and checks only. Margie J. Wesley, LAc, Nutrition World Wellness Center, 6245 Vance Rd. Ste. 4, Chattanooga. Info: 423-596-9024 or FourSeasons Acupuncture.com.

$7 Community Yoga Hour – 7-8pm. With Maggie White. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

wednesday 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. 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, highenergy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-326-4331 or alexana_23@ yahoo.com.

Kripalu Gentle Yoga – 9:30-10:45am. With Sallie Beckes. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Sitting Silent – 11:15-11:45am. With Janka Livoncova. No charge. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-2663539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Intermediate Yoga – 11:45am-1pm. With Janka Livoncova. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

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NEW Beginner’s Yoga “New to the Mat” Class – Noon-1:15pm. With Robyn Elder. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

Sun) for Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com.

Yoga in Japanese with Mina Chong – Noon1pm. $8 per class. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351.

Musical Meditation – 8-8:30am. With Annie Harpe. Non-directed. Instruments change weekly. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpring Yoga.com.

Dojo Chattanooga – Adult Kenpo 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:306pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Adult Kenpo 6:307:30pm; 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. Yoga Fundamentals – 5:30-6:45pm. With Christine Mashburn. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Intermediate Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. With Amy Bockmon. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Prenatal Yoga – 5:45-7pm. With Beth Daugherty. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpring Yoga.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, MovementArts Collective.com.

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Flow Yoga – 8:30-9:30am. All levels with Annie Harpe. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Yoga for Well-Being – 10-11am. With Sallie Beckes. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.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. 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: NutritionW.com. Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 4:305:30pm. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, highenergy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-326-4331 or alexana_23@ yahoo.com. Yin Yoga – 5:30-7pm. With Tammy Burns. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpring Yoga.com. Flow Yoga – 5:30-7pm. All levels with Jenny Mac Merrill. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. New to the Mat/Beginners Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. With Anthony Crutcher. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-2663539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

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Flow/Restorative Yoga with Mina Chong – 6:15-7:30pm. $10 per class or 11 classes for $100. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351. 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, MovementArts Collective.com.

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Body Massage – One full-hour body massage for $25. The Massage Institute of Cleveland, 2321 N. Ocoee St., Cleveland. Info: 423-559-0380.

friday 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. Morning Flow Yoga – 6:30-7:30am. All levels with Howard Brown. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-2663539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Yoga Fundamentals – 10-11:15am. With Cecilia Keefer. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Slow Flow – 11:30am-12:45pm. With April Turk. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. $7 Community Yoga Hour – 4-5pm. With Lauryn Higgins. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Dojo Chattanooga – Fencing 4:30-5:30pm ; Wing Chun 5:30-6:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423267-0855.

saturday 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. All Levels Yoga – 9-10:15am. With Anthony Crutcher. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. 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. Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 1011am. 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: 423-326-4331 or alexana_23@yahoo.com. Yoga Fundamentals – 10:30-11:45 am. With Amy Bockmon. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

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ANIMAL HEALTH CHATTANOOGA HOLISTIC ANIMAL INSTITUTE Colleen Smith, DVM, CVA 918 East Main St. Chattanooga, TN 37408 423-531-8899 ChaiHolisticVet@gmail.com ChattanoogaHolisticVet.com

Holistic veterinarian, certified veterinary acupuncturist, veterinary chiropractor integrating conventional and alternative therapies for cats and dogs. Small animal nutrition consulting and food therapy. Equine acupuncture therapy.

ECONOMY HONDA SUPERSTORE

423-899-1122 EconomyHonda.com

Economy Honda Superstore is a Honda dealership committed to providing great vehicles and excellent service to Chattanooga and the surrounding area. They don’t call us the Superstore for nothing! See ad, page 23.

Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement FULL CIRCLE MEDICAL CENTER Charles C. Adams, MD 4085 Cloud Springs Rd. Ringgold, GA 30736 706-861-7377 DrPrevent.com

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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.

For over a decade, Full Circle Medical Center has continued to help men and women get their youth back by balancing hormones naturally with bioidentical hormones. See ad, page 16.

SOLUTIONS PHARMACY 5517 Little Debbie Pkwy, Ooltewah TN 37363 423-486-1843 SolutionsPharmacy.com

Astrology LILAN LAISHLEY, PhD Center for Mindful Living 1212 McCallie Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37404 423-503-5474 DrLilan@Laishley.com Laishley.com

Astrologer and counselor with extensive education and experience helps you gain greater self-understanding. Explore work, relationships, children, career and life purpose. Appointments for birth chart, chart comparison, current cycles, counseling, classes and mentoring.

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Bio-identical hormones can replace natural hormones that decrease as you age, affecting proper body function. Check with your doctor or compounding pharmacy to see if bioidentical hormones are right for you. See ad, page 3.

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Chiropractic INSPIRE CHIROPRACTIC

Rebecca Klein, DC Joseph Klein, DC, Activator Certified, Webster-certified 400 E. Main Ste. 140 B Chattanooga, TN 37408 423-834-7125 InspireChiro.com At Inspire Chiropractic our purpose is about living. We’re on a mission to serve, inspire and educate families to take action in their health through chiropractic care. Let our family take care of your family. See ad, page 16.

SIGNAL MOUNTAIN CHIROPRACTIC Chris Bearden, DC, CCEP Kristina Bearden, DC, Webster-certified 1807 Taft Hwy. Ste. 3 Signal Mountain, TN 37377 423-886-3330 (o) 423-886-4440 (f) SignalMountainChiropractic.com

Dr. Chris Bearden specializes in sports injuries, rehabilitation and athletic performance enh a n c e m e n t . D r. Kristina Bearden specializes in maternity care and pediatrics. Their mission is to provide quality, personalized care, guiding each patient to optimum health. See ad, page 12.

Colon Therapy STILLPOINT HEALTH ASSOCIATES

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 10.

Counseling/ Psychotherapy ASALA CENTER

Lauryn and Diana Peterson, certified Constructive Living instructors Zanzibar Studio 600 Georgia Ave. Ste. B (downstairs) Chattanooga, TN 37402 423-653-4478 Constructive.LivingTN@gmail.com AsalaCenter.com AsalaCenter.blogspot.com Constructive Living is a practical lifeway based on Japanese therapies Morita and Naikan. Constructive Living instruction utilizes realistic and mindful tools and exercises to help the student make changes in his or her daily life.

Education CHEO (COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH EDUCATION ORGANIZATION) 4CHEO.org

Nonprofit CHEO educates the public about holistic health practices. Free meeting third Sunday each month, 2-4 pm. Website includes meeting information, practitioner member directory, event calendar, information on membership and print directory.

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LearningRx’s targeted brain-training works with children and adults to treat the cause of learning struggles, including AD/HD, dyslexia and other difficulties, by strengthening the skills that determine how well one learns, reads, remembers and thinks. See ad, page 13.

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A mobile game truck with widescreen high-def TVs in front of custom stadium seats with built-in vibration motors synched to the on-screen action. Available for birthday parties, school & church events, fundraisers, and more! See ad, page 10.

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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 21.

Homeopathy 423-899-6288 CustomerService@ToolsForHealing.com ToolsForHealing.com 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 13.

Integrative Medicine EAST BRAINERD INTERNAL MEDICINE Terry W. Smith, MD 1720 Gunbarrel Rd. Ste. 110 Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-899-5241

In family practice for 23 years in Chattanooga. Recognizing the genetic and biochemical individuality of each patient, Dr. Smith uses traditional medicine and nutritional therapies to try to determine the best outcome for each patient.

FULL CIRCLE MEDICAL CENTER

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 16.

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.

Salons 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.

NORTH SHORE MASSAGE & BODYWORK Amber Holt, AAS, LMT 620 Cherokee Boulevard Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-443-6861 AmberHoltTherapy.com

Let Amber’s healing hands target and loosen bodily stress and tension while helping to get rid of pain. Specializing in neuromuscular therapy, structural integration, myofascial release and reflexology. Discounts available after initial visit.

RESTORATIVE BODY THERAPIES

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

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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.

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Reflexology THERAPEUTIC REFLEXOLOGY

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

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 11.

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BANANA TREE ORGANIC SALON AND SPA 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 15.

Thermography STILLPOINT HEALTH ASSOCIATES 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 10.

Yoga CLEARSPRING YOGA

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 12.

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4 day workshop to move into heart-centered consciousness. 2 days of exercises and healings break down the barriers around our hearts. 2 days help us navigate our lives from a loving and strong consciousness. Learn how the physical body can activate more mystical and spiritual aspects of your consciousness. Drunvalo calls this work The School of Remembering. Empower your understanding of the teachings of Jesus, Rumi, and others in a journey of the heart. What: 4-Day Workshop developed by Drunvalo Melchiezedek and presented by Mebbie Jackson, certified teacher/facilitator. When: December 27-30 2013, Plan on attending every day to receive all the benefits and healings provided. Where: Still Point Retreat Center, Ten Mile Tennessee. 45 minutes west of Knoxville on beautiful Watts Bar Lake. Budget accommodations and communal meals available. It is not required to stay onsite, but encouraged. The intimate nature of the work and shared space helps facilitate the power intimacy.

Cost: $430.00, $100.00 non refundable deposit. $14.95 to register at Drunvalo.net, includes membership to the site and access to videos and writings to prepare you for the workshop. Ongoing materials are available after workshop completion. Contact: Mebbie Jackson, (865)679-9642, mebane8@mac.com

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