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Give Kids the True Gifts of the Season by Meredith Montgomery
28 MIDDAY PICK-ME-UP Well-Planned Naps Boost Brainpower by Lane Vail
30 POWERFUL YOU! Six Ways to Create the Life You Want
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ovember’s transitions are more striking than most. We exchange light evenings for brighter mornings as the clocks fall back. Visually, we move through the autumn blaze and reluctantly settle into a leafless landscape. Our dinner plates move from the last of the local nightshade delicacies (peppers, tomatoes and eggplants) to yummy squash and root crops. Yes, it’s also time for the semi-annual transition within our homes. It’s the season to put on fleece and socks, get out the sweater and boots and put away the summer clothing. We live in a small bungalow, built around 1920, before anyone sensed a need for a large closet. As a result, only seasonal clothing fits into the teeny closet and dresser drawers. Everything else lives in Rubbermaid containers in the basement, and rummaging for warmer gear eventually turns into a closet purge and swap. Pack it up and maybe I’ll wear it next summer … somehow, I think I’m not alone in this approach. This year, I’m resolved to make the process part of a more meaningful autumn transition and a more conscious choice. Recently, I read a personal organizer’s blog post that asked the question, “What makes this item worth the real estate it takes up in my limited physical space?” Do I hang onto it because it’s already there, or because I spent money on it, or once liked the color and perhaps hope it will be back in style “someday”? Interestingly, the author states that these answers are neither adequate nor good for our own growth. Rather, hanging onto an object that no longer suits us honors neither ourselves nor the object. By stuffing it back into the closet, we’re unconsciously saying that we value the object more than we value our own opinion and personal growth. Hmmmm. It occurs to me that I can set free a lot of stale energy by letting go of stuff I’ve been hanging onto. So this year as I unpack what I folded up last spring, I’ll be assessing with fresh eyes. Rather than clogging the shelf with sweaters I “know” I won’t wear again, it’s time to donate them and put their energy back into circulation, and to create some well-needed space in both my closet and my personal space. This month, we offer you some great ideas to help in your own personal transitions and growth. In our main feature, author Judith Fertig outlines six ways to help create a life you’ll love. Carrie Jackson interviews Chicagoland native Dianne Bischoff James, who transformed herself in midlife and is an inspiration to the rest of us. And our friends at Greenheart International offer four tools rooted in nature to help us empower ourselves on a daily basis. As we head into the holidays, we invite you to stop, take a breath and experience them for their true wonder and excitement. While it’s easy to get caught up in the holiday hustle, consciously set reminders to make sure you enjoy the details, the friends and family and the colors and aromas, so that you can fondly look back and savor them in years to come. Happy Thanksgiving!
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helby Kremin is a practitioner trained in Crossinology Brain Integration Technique, a revolutionary form of energy work which is a drug-free, non-invasive, restorative approach to healing. She uses the acupressure meridian system and applied kinesiology during treatment sessions designed to permanently eliminate ADD, ADHD, allergies, anxiety, stress, dyslexia, mental fogginess and PTSD. Crossinology also helps improve memory, concentration, attention, math, spelling, reading, writing, vision performance, planning, multitasking, physical performance, Shelby Kremin coordination, emotional control, stress management, social interaction abilities, effects of trauma and phobias. Other areas treated by Kremin include chronic back or joint pain weakness, sports performance and injuries, head trauma due to a stroke or car accident, weak bladder, candida clearing, correction of imbalances with hormones, glands, chakras and neurotransmitters, meridian balances and viral and bacterial infection clearing. She promises that patients will feel a positive difference in just one session, leaving her office feeling relaxed and stress-free.
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alm Massage Therapy Center, in the Highland Park Ravinia Business District, will celebrate five years in business from 2 to 8 p.m., November 6, with free mini-treatments: hand massage, chair massage, crystal bed treatments, product demonstrations and free samples. Great food and drinks and violin music will add to the festive atmosphere, and massage gift certificates will be sold at a 25 percent discount for attendees (limit two per person).
Natural Awakenings readers receive a free consultation during November. Location: HealthSmart, 2565 Shermer Rd., Northbrook. For more information, call 312-342-3077 or visit Crossinology.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide.
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amsa Ayurveda & Yoga Center, a luxurious healing oasis in the North Center neighborhood of Chicago, is offering several specials during the month of November. New clients that book an initial consultation and lifestyle program will receive a complimentary abhyanga medicinal oil massage, a $95 value. During an initial consultation, clients receive a twoMonica Yearwood hour ayurvedic assessment and diagnosis. They also get dietary, yoga and herbal programs for their ayurvedic type, with recipes to enhance digestion and immunity, reduce the negative impact of stress, safely detox the body and rejuvenate the nervous system. Hamsa offers traditional ayurvedic treatments in its holistic spa, courses and yoga in its workshop space, and private consultations with founder Monica Yearwood, a trained ayurvedic practitioner. Ayurvedic methods for mind/body balance have been practiced for thousands of years, and safely remediate the inability to lose weight, digestive issues, energy depletion from chronic stress and the need for detoxification. Clients that book an abhyanga oil massage receive a complimentary steam ($35 value). Natural Awakenings readers may attend an Introduction to Ayurveda on Nov. 8 at no charge ($25 value). Location: 3807 N. Lincoln Ave. For more information, call 773-697-3640 or visit HamsaCenter.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide. 10
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waken Higher Brain Living Center Grant Park is celebrating its second anniversary from 2 to 5 p.m., November 8, with delicious healthy food, prizes and wonderful happy people to meet whose lives have been changed by Higher Brain Living as their personal growth and evolutionary paths continue to unfold. Dr. Tracy Brinkman held her first live demonstration of Higher Brain Living Dr. Tracy Brinkman in November 2012, and has since become a national trainer and continues to grow, personally and professionally. Melissa Catral-Decal joined the team in 2013 and Monica Nowicki joined last month. Together, they provide the latest techniques for tapping into human potential, serving clients weekdays and weekends.
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newsbriefs Tash Fitness Grand Opening in Skokie
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ash Fitness, a workout facility for women only, is now open and will celebrate with a Grand Opening party from 5 to 8 p.m., November 11, at 8816 North Bronx, in Skokie, catered by Garden Fresh Kosher Korner. There will be raffles and gifts all night long. Offering group classes with a 100 percent money-back guarantee, their motto is, “No scales, only fitness.” Owner Sharan Tash understands what it’s like to carry around more than 300 pounds and not be accepted in her profession because of the way she looks. Today, Tash inspires audiences with her personal journey and the battle with her weight. Tash states, “It’s not about the weight. It’s about living a better quality of life.” Upcoming events include Organize Your Kitchen to Lose Weight! from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., November 12; Fitness Taster, from 10 a.m. to noon, November 16; Develop a Polished Presence, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., November 18; Simple Steps to Overcome Emotional Eating, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., November 19; and Manifesting with Ease or How to Overcome the Stress of the Holidays, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., November 20. RSVP for the Grand Opening before Nov. 5. For more information, call 847-379-5777 or visit TashFitness.com. See ad on page 15, in the Community Resource Guide and at NAChicagoNorth.com.
Workshop to Explore How Digestion, Excess Weight and Hormones Leave Us Tired
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eneé Barasch, a digestive health specialist, and Amy Andrews, a health detective and functional hormone specialist, are presenting a transformative workshop at 6:30 p.m., November 12, in Highland Park, to help people with the top five health complaints: digestion, depression, weight management, fatigue and hormone imbalance. Guests will learn the top three strategies to regaining their ideal energy, sleep, digestion and hormone balance. Barasch, “The Tummy Whisperer” and Reneé Barasch and Amy Andrews owner of Nutritional Health Solutions, is extensively trained in digestive issues and offers solutions to resolve symptoms. Andrews, “The Hormone Whisperer” and owner of Feel Good Again Health, reveals hidden stress with functional lab tests and helps people feel good again. Barasch and Andrews have joined forces to help people connect the dots about how digestion affects hormones and help resolve symptoms for good.
Cost is $15. Location: 480 Elm Place, Ste. 108, Highland Park. For reservations (required), call 847-207-2034. For more information, visit DigestiveHealthSolutions.com and FeelGoodAgainHealth.com. See ads on pages 9 and 19, and in the Community Resource Guide. 12
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indy Ferrigno, a master shiatsu therapist and shamanic healer in practice for 40 years, has relocated to Evanston from Charlottesville, Virginia, specifically to work with clients and students at Evanston’s Zen Shiatsu Chicago. In a demonstration from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., November 13, Ferrigno will work with a volunteer from among the attendees to receive a complete treatment so that everyone can see what her work is Lindy Ferrigno like and understand what it would be like to work with her. As one of the founding elders of the shiatsu education world, Ferrigno studied under Shizuto Masunaga and Akinobu Kishi, two of shiatsu’s most influential teachers. She has also intensively studied and practiced the indigenous healing traditions of Celtic, Shinto and Cherokee shamanism. These primary influences are blended with her skills gained through apprenticeships with chiropractors, osteopaths and internal organ therapists from many countries and continents. Admission is free. Location: 825 Chicago Ave., Evanston. RSVP to Info@ZenShiatsuChicago.org or 847-864-1130. For more information, visit ZenShiatsuChicago.org. See ad on back cover, in the Community Resource Guide and at NAChicagoNorth.com.
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ake sure that no child spends another local winter without a coat by attending the Coat Angels seventh annual benefit, beginning at 10 p.m., November 13, at Constellation, in Chicago. There will be live jazz from the Pilsen Hot Five, great people, a wonderful cause, and no cover charge; just a chance to give generously and keep the children warm. Each year, Coat Angels collects names from schools in neighborhoods facing devastating poverty rates. It hosts fundraisers and collect contributions from the community. With the money raised, its all-volunteer team shops sales and discount stores and works with a retail partner, then bags and personally delivers cold weather gear to some of the neediest children in Chicago. Don’t miss the Hot Bites for Warm Kids tasting room, featuring incredible edibles by Molecular Gastronomy Chef D’Andre Carter, of Feast & Imbibe. One hundred percent of all funds raised will go directly to help provide coats for local children in need. Admission is free, Tickets for the Hot Bites room are $100. Location: 3111 N. Western Ave., Chicago. For more information, visit CoatAngels.com.
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hicago Fair Trade will hold a gala event featuring a silent auction, raffle, heavy appetizers, craft beer, fair trade cocktails and wine from 5:30 to 9 p.m., November 14, at the National Museum of Mexican Art to present its annual Changemaker award to Chicago’s 47th Ward Alderman Ameya Pawar and fashion designer/labor rights activist Jamie Hayes. Veteran journalist Vicente Serrano, of the independent Radio Sin Censura, will serve as emcee. Pawar and Hayes each played a critical role in the successful Chicago Fair Trade campaign to pass an anti-sweatshop ordinance in Chicago. This year’s gala will feature fair trade stories of Latin American producers from Bolivia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Peru, Chile, El Salvador, Argentina and México, illustrating how everyday products from jewelry to coffee and chocolate are improving the lives of workers in communities abroad. Guests will also have access to the museum’s acclaimed Day of the Dead exhibit from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $50 advance/$60 at the door. Location: 1852 W. 19th St., Chicago. For more information, visit ChicagoFairTrade.org. See ad on page 17.
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“I myself suffered chronic pain, and when conventional medicine couldn’t help, I found a cure through functional medicine. Now I’m excited to help many others regain their vibrant health to feel young, sharp and sexy.” —Dr. Fatima Vilich
r. Nick LeRoy, director of the Illinois Center for Progressive Health, will facilitate a women’s health workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., November 15. He and guest speaker Rachelle Meade, RD, will discuss the natural treatment of hormonal imbalances that relate to PMS, menopause and PCOS, thyroid conditions, weight loss and osteoporosis. Participants will gain a better understanding of how diet and nutrition influence common women’s health conditions, as well as learn about the latest research in unique nutraceuticals that influence these conditions.There will be a free raffle of more than $400 in women’s health supplements for participants. LeRoy is an authority on the use of breast thermography and is recognized internationally as an expert in the treatment of HPV and cervical dysplasia. Admission is free. Location: Illinois Center for Progressive Health, 1002 W. Lake St., Chicago. Reserve a seat by calling 312-243-3338. See ad on page 27 and in the Community Resource Guide.
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r. Fatima Vilich, a medical doctor since 1982, certified by the Institute for Functional Medicine, a pediatric anesthesiologist and associate professor of anesthesiology, has opened a new practice at 2700 Patriot Boulevard, Suite 250, in Glenview, specializing in pain management, finding out why a patients have chronic diseases and helping them heal. She is looking for clients that are committed to regaining their health and willing to make lifestyle changes to do so. Dr. Fatima Vilich Vilich states, “I myself suffered chronic pain, and when conventional medicine could not heal me, I found a cure through functional medicine. Now I am excited to be able to help many others regain their vibrant health, feel young, sharp and sexy. I will spend an hour or an hour-and-a-half to make a customized plan. I look at people as a whole; I do not just treat symptoms. Functional medicine specialists take a comprehensive history and use sophisticated laboratory tests, apply the most recent evidence-based science and use nutrition, supplements and conventional modalities where indicated.” Vilich’s goal is to optimize the health of her patients by relieving pain, decreasing inflammation, stabilizing hormones, improving energy and much more. This leads to an improved quality of living, vibrant health and longevity. For appointments, call 847-919-8651. For more information, email DrFatima@Vibrant-Health.info or visit Vibrant-Health.info. See ad on page 16, in the Community Resource Guide and at NAChicagoNorth.com.
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assage Therapist Rosalie Hajek (RosalieHajek. abmp.com) has joined the practice of Kristen Bobik, DC, DABCA, at Balance Chiropractic and Wellness, with seven years of massage experience, including practicing a unique technique called PUSH Therapy. Bobik has also begun offering Healthy Transformations, a disease-reduction and weight-loss program that is professionally supervised and produces dramatic, long-lasting results. Patients can expect to lose significant amounts of fat tissue and alter their medication dependence within one month of starting this lifestyle-change program.
Location: 2500 W. Higgins Rd., Ste. 420, Hoffman Estates. For more information, call 847-310-0303 or visit TheBalanceDoc.com. See ad on page 21, in the Community Resource Guide and at NAChicagoNorth.com.
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oble Therapies is a new Chicagobased company that intends to change the way women think about personal care. Each product is handcrafted in small batches using only fresh, highquality essential oils and extracts. All products are made and packaged in the USA. The sustainable packaging is designed to inspire consumers and brings the essence of Vedic healing concepts into modern practice. Noble Therapies is the result of founder Amy Dharmani’s 15-year obsession with Eastern philosophy, ancient healing traditions and a realization that almost all women’s personal care products neglect the mind and spirit to focus on external appearance. Many of these products are contaminated with toxic chemicals linked to ailments from neurotoxicity to cancer. Noble Therapies collaborates with dynamic leaders in yoga and spirituality such as Ashley Turner, Gabrielle Bernstein and Dr. Wayne Dyer to bring a meditation feature to the company’s website every month. The site is currently featuring a meditation by the internationally renowned author, teacher and pioneer of vinyasa and prana flow yoga, Shiva Rea. For wellness-focused articles, recipes and more, visit the Noble Therapies blog at NobleTherapies.com, and stay connected on Facebook.
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n its ongoing effort as an environmentally conscious salon, Upstairs Hair Affair has joined Green Circle Salons (Tinyurl.com/GreenCircleIllinois), an organization with a mission to make the North American salon industry sustainable by 2020. Green Circle recycles hair from member salons into mats that absorb oil in oil spills. They also recycle and repurpose foils, color tubes, plastics, papers and chemicals to ensure they are diverted out of waste and water streams. Upstairs Hair affair, in Morton Grove, uses organic shampoos, conditioners, keratin and color systems with no ammonia, parabens or thioglycolates. All products contain certified organic active ingredients; perms contain certified organic plant extracts for superb curl retention and natural, healthy bounce. Owner Lori Goldstein says the organic color works as well as or better than ammoniated, chemical-laden brands, with superior gray coverage and hair that maintains a gorgeous, shiny luster. “The second floor salon is very private and peaceful, and no one is looking in the window when you have color in your hair,” says Goldstein. “Two walls of windows let the sun in and you can watch the sunset while enjoying a complimentary glass of wine and getting your hair done.” In addition, clients can enjoy healthy snacks, craft beer, coffee, tea and bottled water. New salon offerings include special occasion styles and updos for the holidays and special occasions. Goldstein offers a free, downloadable online consumer guide on her website, The 7 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Choosing a Salon & How to Avoid Them, which includes beauty secrets and tips.
uthor and adventurer Loreen Niewenhuis has explored islands in all five of the Great Lakes and covered almost 1,000 miles by boat, kayak, hiking and biking. On October 26, she and 30 fans and followers hiked the final miles on Mackinac Island, Michigan. On this, her third adventure in her Great Lakes Adventure series, Niewenhuis explored islands in each of the five Great Lakes for a new book, A 1,000-Mile Great Lakes Island Adventure, to be released in 2015. Her previous books are A 1,000-Mile Walk on the Beach and A 1,000-Mile Great Lakes Walk. “This island adventure has been more challenging than the first two,” says Niewenhuis. “I’m not just hiking this time. I have biked and kayaked part of this adventure and have had to take many boat rides to get to these islands.” For more information, visit LakeTrek.com.
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“…and I still can’t lose weight!” Healthy Transformations® is designed to be the last program you’ll need. But it’s NOT a diet. And it’s NOT a weight loss program.
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onventionally grown foods contain pesticide residues that are three to four times higher than those found in organic foods (traces may be due to atmospheric drift from other fields or soils), according to a review of 343 research studies published last June in the British Journal of Nutrition. The review, which included studies of food grown in different regions and seasons, also determined that organic foods contained higher levels of healthy nutrients such as minerals, vitamins and antioxidants (specifically polyphenols), compared to conventional foods, which also contained significantly higher levels of cadmium, a heavy metal toxin. The study’s authors found evidence that the higher antioxidant and lower cadmium concentrations are linked to specific organic growing practices such as avoiding mineral nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers, respectively. They commented, “Results indicate that switching from conventional to organic crop consumption would result in a 20 to 40 percent increase in crop-based antioxidant/polyphenolic intake levels.”
NO, you won’t be eating “rabbit food” meals AND YES, you can eat chocolate every day! I know what you’re thinking... what type of program is this?! Healthy Transformations is a lifestyle change program that’s supervised by a physician. It focuses on our body composition – which is much more than a number on a scale. A person with healthy body composition will have an appropriate weight, optimal body fat percentage and lean muscle mass, good cellular hydration, lack of toxicity in the cells, ideal laboratory values, and other biomarkers of health. “After the first few days, Here’s what Healthy Transformations I realized that it wasn’t with Dr. Kristen does for you: that hard at all. And I • Optimizes body weight by causing “fat” loss feel the best I have in • Improves cholesterol, triglycerides, blood pressure years. I’ve lost 15 lbs. of • Increases your energy levels fat and 4.5” on my hips • Eliminates “the vicious cookie cycle” in one month.” • Gives you a long term, easy to implement lifestyle – female, age 57
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Brushing Like You Really Mean It by Dr. Andie Pearson, DDS
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rushing our teeth is something that we have been told to do ever since we have had teeth. But the chances are that we were never told exactly how to brush, for how long and most importantly, what we are accomplishing by doing it. Just like the daily, automated, mindless drive to a familiar destination, people tend to cruise through the entire brushing ceremony. Many people spend that time thinking about errands or chores. The process should be broken down into three zones: the gum tissue, the area where the gums meet the teeth and the teeth. Using small, soft, circular motions, start on the gum tissue. This allows us to determine how much pressure is being used, so that we don’t over-brush the gums or teeth and cause wear or breakdown. It also helps to firm up the gums and create better circulation. The next zone is the area where the tooth and gum meet. Use the same circular motion, maintaining the same pressure, and then move to the last zone, the tooth. For the inside, or tongue side, of the teeth, you would just brush the last two zones. The entire process should take between five and seven minutes. Make sure to always use a super soft toothbrush, concentrate on the task of each brushstroke and its goal, and don’t forget to brush the tongue. Gumology, a funny, entertaining and very informative video about brushing, can be found online at Tinyurl.com/ GumologyVideo. Gaiamed Dental, in Wilmette, is a full-service holistic dental practice using the most biocompatible dental options. For more information, call Dr. Andie Pearson, DDS, at 847-977-1655 or visit HolisticDentalChicago.com. See ad on page 5, in the Community Resource Guide and at NAChicagoNorth.com.
LoxaSperse Assists in Delivery of Needed Medications
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hose suffering from chronic, recurrent or resistant sinus infections may want to talk to their doctor about a compounding pharmacy prescription that includes LoxaSperse, an innovative powder base used in compounding nasal nebulizations and irrigations. This new pharmaceutical base allows for multiple active ingredients—such as antibiotics, steroids, antihistamines, antifungals and anesthetics—to be incorporated into a single dosage form, making it easier to deliver the medication directly to the site of infection, making it a more effective form of sinus infection treatment. LoxaSperse improves the antimicrobial performance of active ingredients; allows for multi-drug therapy combinations, giving doctors more power to customize medications and simplify therapy regimens; enables an extended expiration date and allows the dry powder formulations to not have to be refrigerated; and increases activity against biofilms, a leading cause of recurrent nasal infections. Potential uses of LoxaSperse may include, but are not limited to, nasal nebulization, irrigations and solutions, inhalation solutions, wound irrigations and wound powders. Prescriptions that include LoxaSperse are available through a compounding pharmacy with a doctor’s prescription. Save Rite Pharmacy & Compounding, located at 3479 N. Broadway St., in Chicago, works with doctors to provide customized, compounded pharmaceutical treatments. For more information, call 773-525-0766 or visit SaveRitePharmacy. com. See ad on page 25, in the Community Resource Guide and at NAChicagoNorth.com.
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Straight Teeth are Healthier Teeth by Dr. Alla Aver, DDS
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roperly aligned teeth can help patients avoid the negative effects of periodontal disease with healthier gums, improved hygiene and decreased risk of abnormal wear or trauma to teeth and jaw bone. Teeth that are not properly aligned (such as crowding, spacing, deep bite, cross bite, excessive overjet, edge-to-edge and open bite) are called malocclusion, which if left untreated can result in tooth loss and systemic problems increasing the risk for hardening of the arteries. Crowded teeth make it more difficult to remove plaque and bacteria when brushing and flossing, which allows them to build up around and under the gum line, leading to periodontal disease. Studies show that severe periodontal infection, when left untreated, may increase the risk of coronary heart disease and stroke, complications of diabetes, adverse pregnancy outcomes and respiratory diseases. Poorly aligned teeth can also create unnatural stress and pressure on teeth and the jaw. Excessive pressure on teeth results in chipping, abfraction and trauma. This all leads to premature wear and ultimately poor root support, loose teeth and eventually, tooth loss. Straight teeth can make a difference in having a healthier mouth and keeping teeth for life. As compared to traditional braces, Invisalign’s retainer-like aligners are the less invasive choice for mild to moderate malocclusion. The custom-made aligners are metal-and BPA-free, making them the clear alternative to traditional braces. Dr. Alla Aver’s approach to orthodontics is not just about the aesthetics of a beautiful smile, but also properly aligning teeth to improve overall health. To learn more about Invisalign, call 847-998-5100 or visit GlenviewSmiles.com. See ad on page 15, in the Community Resource Guide and at NAChicagoNorth.com.
Common Ground is for those who are already deeply grounded in their own traditions and for those who are still searching. It is a place for all who are fascinated by the convergence of the ancient with the modern, of East with West, and of spirituality with planetary reality. Common Ground brings together a knowledge of the past and a vision of the future for a better understanding of the present.
Common Ground is a center for inquiry, study, and dialogue. Our primary concern is the human quest for understanding and the human pursuit of significance. While our endeavor began with the study of world religions and the commitment to interfaith dialogue, our range of program offerings has been greatly expanded over the past several years.
Today, our primary focus is on the world’s great cultural, religious, philosophical and spiritual traditions and their implications for every dimension of human experience. Our course offerings include a tremendous variety of topics, including, but not limited to: history, literature, art, science, psychology, business, relationship, health, and personal growth. Our programs are shaped to meet the needs of all who are excited by ideas and serious about the quest.
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Lead Lurks in Lipsticks and Skin Whiteners
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ecent research has found several heavy metals in numerous lipsticks and cosmetics. These include mercury and lead in skin-whitening creams, and chromium, cadmium and lead in lipsticks. Scientists from the Loma Linda University School of Medicine and the University of Arizona’s College of Medicine tested 549 cosmetic skinlightening products manufactured in 32 different countries. The products were purchased online and from stores in the U.S., China, Taiwan, Japan and Sri Lanka. Thirty-three of the products contained more than 1,000 parts per million (ppm) of lead, and 45 percent of them contained more than 10,000 ppm of lead. Of those purchased in the U.S., 3.3 percent had mercury levels greater than 1,000 ppm. University of California scientists tested 24 lipsticks used frequently by teenagers and purchased at local stores. They found 75 percent contained lead and nearly half exceeded the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) maximum acceptable concentration of lead for candy (0.1 ppm). In 2010, the FDA tested 400 lipsticks and found lead in every sample tested— with concentrations ranging from 0.9 to 3.06 ppm. Other studies have confirmed similar findings. They also found significant concentrations of chromium and cadmium among some of the samples. There are currently no concrete international or U.S. standards for safe levels of these heavy metals in cosmetics.
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lgae extracts added to natural cosmetics may help prevent cancer. A recent review of research from Taiwan’s Kaohsiung Medical University found marine algae extracts help protect skin cells by reducing oxidative stress, which has been linked to both inflammation and cancer. The review covered the major algae types of red algae, brown algae (such as kelp), green algae and blue-green algae (such as spirulina). A host of compounds in these extracts were found to provide protection against freeradical damage. In one study, phloroglucinol, a phenol derivative from brown algae, inhibited inflammation among human tissue sarcoma cells.
Treadmill Desks Boost Job Performance
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n addition to improving fitness, University of Minnesota researchers found that treadmill walking at the desk also boosts productivity and morale. The study tested 40 adults that used treadmills for a year. Selfassessments, combined with supervisor assessments, found that treadmill walking while working increased performance levels. Work performance improved by an average of 11 percent based on supervisor assessments, and 7 percent based on the employee self-assessments. A study from Rutgers University tested 66 adults while they walked on treadmills set for low intensity versus when they were seated at desks, with two days separating the tests. Measurements of reading comprehension, attention span and response speed skills and performance show these were unimpeded by treadmill walking when compared with sitting.
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Honey and Ginger Beat Antibiotics in Fighting Superbugs
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esearchers from Ethiopia’s University of Gondar College of Medicine have recently found that the use of mixtures of honey and ginger extract can treat drug-resistant bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae. They note that further clinical evaluation and pharmacological standardization of the mixtures are needed before they can be used therapeutically. The scientists conducted laboratory testing with clinical isolations of five separate superbugs: methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Staphylococcus aureus (non-MRSA), two strains of Escherichia coli plus Klebsiella pneumoniae. The inhibition of all five types of bacteria by three common antibiotics—methicillin, amoxicillin and penicillin—were compared with the antibacterial effects of ginger extract, honey and a combination of the two. The ginger extract and honey combination was found to have the greatest inhibiting effect on the bacteria; however, even the two applied separately were more effective against the bacteria than the antibiotics. Although in vivo studies are needed, the researchers believe that the honey and ginger extract combination is a promising source for treatment of resistant bacterial strains.
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“We are not getting the flu shot this year.” Our immune system’s strength is influenced by factors including weather, stress, diet, and insufficient rest, so maintaining strong immune health warrants effective nutritional support at specific times. Your immune system needs effective nutrition to support it in times of increased stress, poor diet, lack of sleep and even changing weather. For acute immune support, rely on Essential Defense, used to promote healthy immune function after sudden changes in weather and change of seasons, and Andrographis Plus for healthy respiratory support, and Nazanol for healthy nasal and sinus function.
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spiritual aspects of the season or visits from out-of-town family members. When shopping together for gifts, make a plan and stick with it, letting everyone know its purpose beforehand. Resist impulsive purchases trumpeted by store promotions.
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Give Kids the True Gifts of the Season by Meredith Montgomery
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ccording to a poll by the Center for a New American Dream in 2005, three out of four Americans wish the holidays were less materialistic. Traditionally rooted in family, faith and joy, the season can be marred by commercialization. Instead, inspire the whole family to take a “buy less, get more” approach so that everyone can experience the essence of what many consider the most wonderful time of the year.
Raise Awareness
The Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood (CCFC) reports that U.S. companies now spend about $17 billion annually marketing to children, up from $100 million in 1983. Many kids are formulating wish lists year-round, due to the continual bombardment of alluring commercials. CCFC Associate Director Josh Golin attests that the holiday season is a perfect time to start discussing the power of advertising and the techniques used. Teens are especially sensitive to the notion of being manipulated by adults. For children under 8 that can’t yet comprehend the persuasive intent of commercials, limit screen time with all devices. Golin advises that the scope of commercialism has changed radically. “It’s no longer just television commercials, but also Internet, cell phones and video games. Plus, children’s media characters are placed on every type of product imaginable. Think about limiting commercialism in all forms; you can’t just turn off the TV.”
Manage Expectations
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New American Dream’s Simplify the Holidays guide at Tinyurl.com/SimplifyTheHolidays encourages families to reconnect by participating in meaningful activities such as neighborhood caroling, building a gingerbread house, preparing gift boxes for the homeless, taking a nature hike or making a feeder for backyard birds. Explore volunteer projects as a family, letting the children’s interests lead. If kids are attracted to water, pick up litter along a shoreline. In the spirit of the season, donate gently used clothing, books and toys to a shelter. For animal lovers, contribute time or materials to a local animal rescue or rehabilitation center. Attend community events such as musical performances, plays and art exhibits. Seek out inexpensive or free local activities. Kids are often enthralled by a simple tour of neighborhood Christmas lights.
Gift Buying
Make gift purchases consistent with the family’s values. Golin suggests resisting the temptation to buy the season’s “hot” products. “Resist buying what’s advertised the most. We have power as parents and as part of a larger culture to believe there’s no such thing as a must-have toy or holiday gift.” Instead, search for timeless, high-quality items that are eco-friendly and fair trade. Try wooden toys for babies and toddlers or a bamboo skateboard for teens. Ads can make a toy look appealing because it’s brandnew and ready-to-use, but homemade gifts can be a more meaningful alternative. New American Dream suggests constructing a rope swing or wooden sandbox for little ones. Given a comfortable timeframe, children can gift grownups homemade green cleaning products or re-potted herb and houseplant clippings. All ages can give away the last book they read and kick off a year-round book exchange. Forego more tangible items by gifting experiences like a zoo membership, bowling gift cards or movie tickets, or make a charitable donation to a cause that the recipient supports. Let friends and family make shopping easier by inviting them to create such a gift registry at SoKindRegistry.com.
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Always plan for quiet time. It reduces exposure to holiday marketing, creates opportunities for family bonding and fosters independent children. Golin observes, “We can all be better about trusting our kids to entertain themselves. When reducing screen time, we don’t necessarily need to suggest activities to kids. Give them the space to be bored for a minute and be amazed at what they come up with on their own.” Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Mobile/Baldwin, AL (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com).
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ecoalert Put a Stop to the Sweat Shop This summer, Chicago passed a sweat-free ordinance so that tax dollars will not support sweatshops. There is still much work to be done to ensure that this important legislation has an impact on the lives of those that sew our garments. Sweatfree Communities (Sweatfree. org) research shows that our tax dollars are paying for human rights abuses when our cities and states buy uniforms and other products from Friday, November 14 from 5:30 to 9:00 PM exploitative corporations. National Museum of Mexican Art 1852 West 19 Street, Chicago, IL This is the human reality of the global apparel indusPurchase tickets at http://globalfest2014.bpt.me try—young women work long hours under harsh conditions Heavy appetizers and open bar featuring for unfair wages. When this happens, workers’ health, safety fair trade cocktails, wine, and craft beer and human rights are compromised. A fabulous silent auction and raffle Arrivecollapse before 7:00 and visit acclaimed Day of the Dead The Rana Plaza factory intheBangladesh lastexihibit year For more information, call 312-212-1760 was only the latest in a or visit www.chicagofairtrade.org long history of preventable worker fatalities and injuries in sweatshops that are the norm in an industry that thrives on cutting costs without considering the consequences. Sweatshop in Brazil Sweatfree Communities is a U.S. network of grassroots campaigns that recognizes the potential in government purchasing for creating positive alternatives to global sweatshops. Federal, state and local governments combined buy more than $10 billion in apparel annually. Sweatfree Communities agree to require vendors to disclose the names and physical addresses of their production facilities and to share this information with the Sweatfree Purchasing Consortium, which monitors working conditions and encourages significant demand for products made under decent working conditions by workers that earn a living wage. When the ordinance goes into effect on January 1, 2015, Chicago will join the ranks of over 170 school districts, counties, states and cities like Los Angeles and St. Louis who have already made the Sweatfree Community commitment. The people at Chicago fair Trade believe that our tax dollars should be spent on products made in a humane manner and urge citizens to become involved in making sure that this ordinance is fully implemented.
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Midday Pick-Me-Up Well-Planned Naps Boost Brainpower by Lane Vail
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leep, along with nutrition and exercise, shapes the backbone of overall health, yet 40 percent of Americans get an insufficient amount, according to a recent Gallup survey, and the potential health risks are considerable. “Sleep deprivation affects every organ system and disease state,” and is associated with higher rates of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, cancer and mortality, says Michael Breus, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist in Scottsdale, Arizona, and founder of TheSleepDoctor.com. “It’s best to get seven to eight hours of sleep in one big block at nighttime,” counsels Breus. Yet the circadian rhythm dictates two peaks of sleepiness every 24 hours—one in the middle of the night and another 12 hours later, says Dr. Lawrence Epstein, director of the sleep medicine program at Boston’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Interacting with the circadian rhythm is the homeostatic rhythm, which causes greater sleepiness the longer we’re awake. Both circadian and homeostatic sleepiness elevate by mid-afternoon, resulting in the familiar 4 p.m. slump. Siesta cultures split sleep, notes Epstein, slightly reducing nighttime sleep, but devoting time midday to nap.
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“Naps are a double-edged sword,” observes Epstein. While they help relieve short-term sleepiness, poorly planned naps can perpetuate an unhealthy cycle of daytime sleepiness and nighttime wakefulness. Stepping outside for 10 minutes of sunlight and fresh air can stamp out sleepiness, says Breus, which is much healthier than reaching for a caffeine jolt or sugary snack.
Be a Better Napper
A study published in the Journal of Sleep Research suggests that merely falling asleep may initiate memory processing and cognitive consolidation, helping explain why German scientists found even six-minute naps to be rejuvenating. If substantial daytime sleep is needed to overcome a deficit, strive for 90 to 110 minutes, the length of time needed to complete a full sleep cycle. Here are other practical tips. Reflect on the rationale. “Boredom, laziness or avoiding work are the wrong reasons to nap,” says Amanda Chan, managing editor for healthy living at The Huffington Post, which instituted two cozy nap rooms in its New York headquarters after founder Arianna Huffington collapsed from exhaustion several years ago. A quick pick-me-up
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to boost mental agility and mood is a reasonable excuse to snooze. Plan a prophylactic nap. Forestall late afternoon fatigue by napping between 1 and 3 p.m. Waiting until early evening to nap can interfere with nighttime sleep, advises Epstein. Embrace darkness, coolness and quietude. Melatonin, “the key that starts the engine of sleep,” is suppressed by even the slightest amount of light, so wear eyeshades, suggests Breus. Keep a blanket and earplugs handy. Lie down. If a bed or couch is unavailable, try napping on a yoga mat on the floor. A chair should be reclined to support the lower back and avoid straining the neck from “bobblehead” syndrome, says Breus. Power down. Setting an alarm for 10 to 25 minutes allows time for only the first two sleep stages: falling asleep and light sleep. Breus explains that sleeping longer than 25 minutes triggers deep sleep, from which waking results in sleep inertia, or grogginess, that impairs mood, decision-making and motor skills.
Napping at Work
While many progressive businesses such as Google, Apple and Zappos permit or even promote workplace napping, most companies are still skeptical. “We live in a culture that minimizes the importance of sleep,” comments Epstein. “We prize productivity and think it shows worker loyalty to put in excessive amounts of time.” Ironically, mounting research suggests that napping may boost the brainpower needed to function at peak performance. A recent study found that nightshift air-traffic controllers that napped for 19 minutes showed better vigilance and reaction times than nonnappers. Other documented benefits include better concentration, memory and creativity. Seek out a sleep sanctuary at work, such as an office with the door closed and blinds drawn, an unused conference room with a couch, or a first-aid office cot, suggests Chan. Another option is to nap in the car, but Breus insists that nappers tell colleagues where they’re going as a precaution. Better yet, bond with a “nap buddy” willing to read nearby during snooze time.
“Sleep is never a waste of time if it’s helpful.” ~ Dr. Michael Breus
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As workshop leaders, they encourage participants to transform limiting beliefs, determine what is meaningful for them, construct a compelling vision from that insight and then find ways to manifest that vision. They address six key areas in which to become more powerful and realize our personal best: physical health, emotional health, relationships, work, finances and spirituality.
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ulitzer Prize winner Anna Quindlen had reached the top of the New York Times bestseller list more than once, yet she relates in her memoir, Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake, that she also yearned to be able to do a headstand, but felt she didn’t possess the necessary sense of balance. “That’s just a little story you tell yourself,” advised her personal trainer. Our bodies, Quindlen observes, are major appliances that deliver decades of faithful service with precious little downtime. She admits, “If the human body had a warranty, mine would have run out ages ago.” Still, she clung to a vision: “I want to be strong; strong enough to hike the mountain without getting breathless, strong enough to take a case of wine from the deliveryman and carry it to the kitchen.” Quindlen, who lives in New York City and New England, was also maintaining an incorrect belief: It wasn’t her sense of balance that was holding her back, it was fear. 30
After two years of trying, she was able to do a headstand. Along with a sense of accomplishment, this quirky achievement was a revelation as she ultimately concluded, “If I can do one thing like that, perhaps there are others.”
Take a Stand
Personal empowerment is all about taking a stand—developing the vision, countering misguided beliefs, having a plan and then moving forward to be the best version of one’s true self. David Gershon and Gail Straub, of West Hurley, New York, authors of Empowerment: The Art of Creating Your Life As You Want It, contend that empowerment always starts with a desire for a better life. “We need to learn how to dream, how to boldly and courageously reach for our highest visions,” says Straub. “Start with what’s working already and the vision of what life can be.” She likens self-empowerment to “spiritual surfing, riding the wave where the energy, momentum and passion are.”
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First, recognize what we’re already doing right—eating well, perhaps, or exercising—and then add another healthy activity. Cardiologist Suzanne Steinbaum, director of New York City’s Lenox Hill Hospital’s Women and Heart Disease, underscores that much of physical health is within our personal control. “Many lifestyle factors keep us from being physically healthy enough to lead a full life,” she says, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, lack of exercise, poor diet, excessive alcohol consumption or drug use, stress and depression. “The good news is that lifestyle factors are within our power to change.” Steinbaum recommends starting small by changing one bad habit and then seeing how we feel. “Quit the diet soda or the sugar-sweetened beverages. Get rid of potato chips. Go for a walk. Put down your smartphone and spend some focused time with your child, a friend or even your pet. Then breathe… and just listen to how you feel.”
Emotional Health
Our emotions can be allies in achieving personal empowerment, advises Straub. For example, fear can alert us to danger; joy can remind us to be grateful. However, when emotions cause pain and threaten derailment, it’s important to understand why, and then work through it. “Uncomfortable emotions let us know there is a problem to attend to, a wound to work on, thus allowing us to see our own truth,” explains don Miguel Ruiz, Jr., of San Diego, California, author of The Five Levels of Attachment. “With awareness, we can observe our uncomfortable emotions, as they may be showing a belief we are holding that is no longer true for us.” “To work through our emotions, we have to be able to accurately
sense what we are feeling and be able to express it in a healthy way,” adds Straub, like expressing anger after a tough commute by punching a designated pillow or shouting into a closet. Furthermore, “We need to change the belief we’ve identified that’s causing the painful emotional response.” Did the guy that cut us off in traffic really do it maliciously? Third, learn to let go of a negative emotion that’s automatically triggered when someone or something presses our “hot button” by immediately considering, “He must have been in a big hurry,” or “She doesn’t realize how offensive that remark could be,” realizing it’s their problem, not ours, and declining to make it ours. Achieving greater emotional calm is a huge step toward personal empowerment.
Relationships
Acting on heartfelt emotions can help forge stronger and healthier relationships. “Sometimes, we say yes to a false image of ourselves or hide who we are in order to be accepted,” counsels Ruiz, noting that not presenting our authentic selves in relationships will weaken or replace true intimacy with a sense of loneliness and distance. “Say, ‘I forgive, I accept and I let go.’” This paves the way to being genuine, which naturally leads to greater unconditional love and more fulfilling and honest relationships. In romantic relationships, life coach Martha Beck, Ph.D., author of Finding Your Way in a Wild New World: Reclaiming Your True Nature to Create the Life You Want, suggests ditching the image of two people looking soulfully into each other’s eyes. “Realize that you’re both changing all the time,” she says. Instead, envision two people walking side-byside at the same pace, and a relationship that will continue to refresh and move forward, instead of getting stuck in well-worn patterns.
Work
Capability is one of the new guiding principles for self-empowerment at work, says Haydn Shaughnessy, a fellow at the University of California-Irvine’s Center for Digital Transformation and co-author,
with Nicholas Vitalari, of The Elastic Enterprise. “It’s more about a broad-stroke capability,” he claims, such as public speaking, writing or troubleshooting and fixing machinery. Capability means a strong skill that can be fine-tuned for a specific circumstance; a talented generalist, rather than a narrow specialist. Shaughnessy recommends that we recognize and develop our best competencies in order to equip ourselves to both withstand economic adversity and help push our careers forward.
Finances
Fiscal self-empowerment involves cultivating the confidence that we will be able to obtain more money when needed. Beck maintains that anyone can create abundance that lasts. “Where people believe they get abundance, they will,” she says, as in friendships or creative problem solving. It’s the mixed internal messages of, “I need more money,” with, “There’s not enough to go around,” that can block the flow of abundance in our lives. Beck, who lives in San Luis Obispo, California, recommends throwing a “neurological toggle switch” to turn off the “lack-and-attack” part of our brains and turn on the “everything-is-going-tobe-all-right” area. This is realized through
slowing down, relaxing and meditating. “You have to relax to start dissolving the disbelief in the possibility of having what you want,” she says. “Empty out the negative thoughts in order to gain the confidence that abundance is yours.”
Spirituality
Following all of these first five steps also helps enhance our spirituality. Dennis Merritt Jones, of Simi Valley, California, author of the new book, Your (Re) Defining Moments: Becoming Who You Were Born to Be, calls it “being pulled by vision,” rather than being pushed by pain. The motivational speaker believes that every encounter, event or circumstance is a portal to a redefining moment—a chance to connect with our authentic self. Jones cites seven characteristics of the authentic or timeless self: realizing our oneness in life, reverence for that life, fearlessness because we know we’re part of something bigger, integrity, humility, equanimity and unconditional love. “When these qualities become the norm in our daily lives, we’ll know we are living from the authentic self,” he says. Jones urges us to live “more vertically.” He explains, “We exist on what I call the surface of life, a horizontal pathway where we go about our daily routines. We often don’t hear the siren call from the depths of our being because we are so busy ‘doing’. It’s the authentic self that’s eternally calling us to be who we were born to be.” He describes a “sacred intersection” where we can turn from the horizontal everyday and move in a vertical direction to the depths of our souls or the heights of our imaginations via mindfulness and self-enquiry. Fortunately, every moment of every day offers this opportunity to expand our being. The key question is, “Will we be consciously present enough to recognize the opening and step through the door?” These experts concur there is no finish line for self-empowerment or attaining the perfect place to stay. It’s a “sustainable growth process,” says Gershon, an ideal project for the rest of our lives. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAnd Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.
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Growing Up with Wayne Dyer Serena Dyer Reflects on Her Spiritual Upbringing
parents is that they make sure you are aware that you are responsible for everything happening in your life.
What is the greatest lesson you learned? Thus far, it is knowing that we are the creators of our destiny—the masters of our fate. I wholeheartedly believe that we sign up for the experiences we have in this lifetime, as they are part of our soul’s desire to grow and expand. When we make the choice to view life as not happening to us, but responding to us, we become more consciously aware of how much our thoughts affect our daily experience. I am so grateful my parents taught me this at a young age because I have learned to choose my thoughts carefully.
What is the greatest gift your parents have given you?
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erena Dyer had a unique childhood being raised by spiritually progressive parents, including her bestselling celebrity dad, Wayne Dyer, Ph.D., who would write her notes on personal stationery printed with the motto, “Be realistic. Expect miracles!” It’s not a message her peers likely heard at home. Now 29, Serena shares her point of view in Don’t Die with Your Music Still in You: My Experience Growing Up with Spiritual Parents, co-authored with her father. The title reflects her parents’ key lesson for their children: Pursue the life you are born to live. Some missteps along the journey to her true calling included enrolling in law school to maintain her student identity, but her upbringing served as a light guiding her home to herself. She wrote the book after dropping out of law school, a big step toward her dream of inspiring others to live authentically.
What was it like to grow up with Wayne Dyer as your father? Growing up, my seven siblings and I were exposed to a lot of ideas that were 32
different than what my friends heard. We were taught that within each of us is a purpose, a passion that we call dharma, and that dharma is what we are incarnated here to do. We were taught that the most important thing you could do in your life was to follow that dharma, and in doing so, you would be serving God. I often joke that my childhood was filled with unconditional love and security, but also a lot of weirdness! Not many kids learn transcendental meditation at the age of 5 and count monks as friends.
Were there any downsides to being raised by spiritual parents? I like to think that while there weren’t any real downsides, there were certainly challenges. For example, in a more traditional household, when someone gets the flu, their parents probably tell them that it’s flu season and it’s just going around. In my household, when one of us would get the flu, we were told that we aligned with it and allowed it in. In other words, part of the challenge of having spiritually progressive
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It’s not something they did for me; it was how they lived their lives in front of me. My parents did not encourage me to follow my dreams and then sacrifice theirs in order to raise me. My parents followed their dreams and in watching them do so, I felt safe to go after mine, as well. They taught me that there is no honor in sacrificing yourself or your dreams for anyone else, and demonstrated that the only time you have to make your life the way you want it is now. I am grateful to them for living their lives this way, which has allowed me to feel safe living my life this way, as well.
What advice would you give to people that wish they were raised in a more spiritual manner? I tell people that it doesn’t really matter what kind of parents you had, it matters how you feel about yourself. Everything in life starts with the self. If you don’t have love and acceptance and forgiveness for yourself, you won’t have these things to give to other people either. I was taught that we can’t give what we don’t have. When we learn to love and treasure every part of ourselves, we also have love to give to others. Contributor Lindsay McGinty lives in Orange County, CA.
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ianne Bischoff James is an award-winning writer, motivational speaker, Screen Actors Guild actress, cheerleading coach and entrepreneur who conducts Midlife Reboot workshops around the country. Prior to her 38th birthday, the Chicagobased James identified as a wife, mother, and business professional, and was fighting depression every day. A visit with gifted intuitive and teacher Sonia Choquette gave her the insight to a future life that was waiting for her, and James underwent a self-imposed life transformation. Her first book, The Real Brass Ring: Change Your Life Course Now, chronicles her journey from struggles and heartache to well-being.
was surviving on sugar and caffeine. Now I pay attention to what my body really needs and wants, and I don’t let myself munch mindlessly at night anymore. I figuratively lock the refrigerator at 7 p.m., and when I wake up in the morning, I’m hungry to have a really great breakfast. I also pored over every metaphysical and self-help book I could get my hands on.
The Brass Ring is a compilation of ideas from everything you read. Which stand out the most?
Since I have such a strong business background, I call it an executive summary of ideas—what would be the takeaway of thousands of self-help books. The approach is pragmatic metaphysics; a beautiful combination of Eastern and Western philosophies. It’s a little bit hippie, with a focus on creativity, spirit and a connection to Mother Earth, but there’s also a practical side to stay honest, active and engaged. One of the most important ideas is that anything you think about, talk about, pay attention to or focus on is coming your way. If you tell yourself, “I’m never going to get that project,” then you probably won’t. I you think, “Today is going to be a hard day,” then it will be. You have to mind your thoughts, your words and How did you decide to make such a your actions, and write down clearly what you Dianne Bischoff James dramatic life change? want, because writing is the initial manifestation I grew up in a traditional American family, and of what’s to come. my parents were post-Depression babies. It was understood that I had three options—be a doctor, a lawyer or an engiWhat else is important for someone that neer, and none of those worked for me. I ended up being a wants to lead an authentic life? “rebel” and pursued a master’s degree from Northwestern I highlight the Shortcuts for Happy Living, 14 of the most University in marketing communication instead. I had the important ideas in my book. These include listening to your three kids, the mini-mansion across from the lake, I was well programmed and successful in my marketing consulting busi- emotional radar detector, speaking your peace and managing your circle. Your emotional radar detector lets you know ness and I was miserable. if anything feels strange or uncomfortable. Pay attention to In a one-hour reading with Sonia, I was told that evthat. Move away from things that don’t feel good and move erything in my life was wrong, including my career, mate, towards things that lift you up. Speaking your peace is about heartfelt interests, and my body was breaking down with exreally honoring your truth and not saying something just cessive weight. She nailed me to the wall and told me that if because you think it’s what other people want to hear. I didn’t grab the brass ring soon, it’s going to be too late, and I would be miserable for the rest of my life. She told me I was meant to be an actor, author, teacher and share my stories to help others. I was in shock, and cried for an hour in the car. Then I decided to get moving.
What were the first steps you took? I got clever and determined. I attended a seven-day intensive retreat at the Hoffman Institute, which was essentially emotional rehabilitation. When I came back, my depression had lifted and I felt like a new person. I had not been on stage since high school, but decided at 40 to audition for a community theater role, and I fell in love and made a commitment to becoming a professional actor. My first role was in a performance of Oliver, and I was totally elated. We had to dance for two months during rehearsals, and the extra weight I was carrying fell off. I shed 50 pounds and have kept it off ever since. It was then I became aware I had developed bad patterns with food. I
Managing your circle means not just worrying about everybody else. Get out of everyone else’s business and let them manage themselves. Also, take time to focus on the relationships and people that are most important and valuable to you. We all have “light touch” friends, who you know won’t be available when times are tough. Those should not be the people in your inner circle. Now I choose to be with people who are moving towards empowered transformation, and that’s the kind of energy that builds me up. That’s what I’m attracted to. For more information, call 312-994-2446, email Dianne@ LiveYourEverything.com or visit LiveYourEverything.com. See ad on page 29. Evanston-based Carrie Jackson contributes regularly to Natural Awakenings Chicago. Contact her at Carrie1Jackson@yahoo.com. natural awakenings
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consciouseating digest food. It’s no wonder that eating a fast-food sandwich with gluten bread, animal protein and cheese with casein produces a mid-afternoon slump. They are hard to digest together and all at once, taxing body energy,” she explains. “Then, when you feel the inevitable drop in energy, you might turn to caffeine or sugary soda, but that only brings on another slump.”
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Snyder, who is now a vegan, suggests simplifying meals and starting them with whole, raw, plant-based foods like salads.
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ise food choices that optimize digestion and promote natural, ongoing detoxification can help us attain red-carpet shape, professes nutritionist and beauty expert Kimberly Snyder, New York Times bestselling author of The Beauty Detox Foods. She aims for optimum health as the basis for achieving a desirable outward glow. Snyder says she once struggled with several beauty issues. In seeking wellness on the way to becoming a nutritionist, she found that her daily energy level improved after she started making shifts in her diet. She then lost weight, her hair got healthier and her formerly troubled facial skin became clear and smooth. Blogging about her gradual transformation and lifestyle philosophies attracted media attention and a celebrity clientele by word of mouth. “I never looked for clients; they found me,” she says. Today, Snyder counts entertainers Fergie and her actor-husband Josh Duhamel, Kerry Washington, Channing Tatum and Drew Barrymore among the many celebrities she has helped get into better camera-ready shape. Early into her personal transformation, Snyder realized that digestion holds the key. “I never linked my constipation issues with my acne,” she says. “It’s a tremendous amount of work to 34
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by Kimberly Snyder These foods work to improve specific body areas while promoting whole-body wellness. Such plant-based foods also improve digestion and raise energy levels.
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Arugula Onions Raw appleYouthful cider vinegar Red bell peppers Garlic Coconut (fresh, Lemon milk, oil) Avocados For Beautiful Spinach Hair
For a Beautiful Body Fluid body movement Broccoli Brussels sprouts Sesame seeds Romaine lettuce
Radiant Watercress Figs Sweet potatoes Cucumbers Acai
Pumpkin seeds Dulse (a type of seaweed) Carrots Radishes Nutritional yeast
Cellulite-free Fresh cilantro and parsley Buckwheat and oat groats (whole oats)
Soft Pineapple Almonds Walnuts Flaxseed
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Unlined, wrinkle-free Pears Cabbage Turmeric Clear, blemish-free Fermented vegetables (e.g., sauerkraut)
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For an Inner Glow Bee pollen Sunflower seeds Sprouts Spirulina (dried blue-green algae) or chlorella (high chlorophyll algae)
She advises her clients to start the day with lemon juice in warm water. If they don’t feel like breakfast, she advises, “Don’t force yourself. Listen to your body, it knows best.” When hunger hits, Snyder blends a Glowing Green Smoothie—what she calls, “the star of the whole Beauty Detox program,” in her book. A batch of three to four servings requires seven cups of chopped spinach; six cups of chopped romaine lettuce; one-and-a-half cups of chopped celery; one banana; an apple and a pear, both peeled, cored and chopped; two tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and two cups of filtered water. She claims that drinking this smoothie can make a difference in just three days. She also lists 50 plant-based foods for specific body benefits because they are naturally alkaline-forming during digestion and assimilate more effectively than acid-forming animal protein, dairy, caffeine, alcohol and sugar. By improving digestion, we end up feeling more energetic.
Timely Eating
Carefully timed consumption is another key in Snyder’s beauty regimen. She recommends starting the day with a light smoothie, eating foods based on whole plants throughout the day, and then eating a raw salad and a vegetarian meal or some animal protein as an earlier dinner. Eating fruit by itself on an empty stomach helps it digest better than when combined with other foods that take longer to process. On hungrier days, Snyder suggests turning to whole grains such as oats or quinoa, which are high in fiber and lower in fat, or fibrous chia seeds. When energy is low, she advocates supplementing with bee pollen or a protein smoothie. She stresses, “Progress, not perfection,” as her mantra, advising that it’s better to take small steps and keep moving forward rather than try to change everything all at once. She believes that experiencing higher energy and beauty benefits provides effective incentives to continue instead of trying to stick to a strict, numbers-based plan that doesn’t take into account energy or digestion.
Ongoing Cleansing
“The metaphor I use for healthy digestion is a waterfall versus a stagnant pond,” says Snyder. “You want your system to be moving, dynamic.” To keep digestive “sludge” out of our body’s systems, Snyder recommends a proven detox approach of drinking liquid only between meals to help foods digest easier. She particularly recommends her own Probiotic & Enzyme Salad, made with four cups of shredded cabbage; one inch of fresh ginger, cut into strips; one teaspoon of caraway seeds; and cold, filtered water, all left to naturally ferment in a jar at room temperature for about five days—or refrigerated raw sauerkraut from a health food store—to help flush out toxins. She also emphasizes supplementing with probiotics, such as her unique formula made from soil-based organisms. Infrared sauna treatments can also help leach heavy metals out of body fat and decrease cellulite. “These techniques have been around for a long time because they work,” says Snyder. “As I always say, outer beauty is a reflection of inner health.” Connect at KimberlySnyder.com. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.
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014 is abuzz with the idea of turning your kitchen into an apothecary. The alchemistic bone broths, herbed meats, medicinal teas, longevity elixirs and heart-strengthening rice and whole grain porridges bubbling from unglazed clay pots for centuries have captured the imagination of chefs, foodie bloggers and health-conscious home cooks. The Essenergy VitaClay Smart Organic Multi-Cooker is riding the cresting wave of interest in these ancient culinary healing arts with an ultramodern, unglazed clay pot cooking system. Unglazed clay a top green choice because it is fast, and elegant meals are easy to prepare for one or many. In a recent interview with Essenergy’s Michelle Liu, we learned why it was a banner year for her unique invention. Why is unglazed clay so important to bring into a ‘green’ kitchen? Unglazed clay pot cooking has been tempting the taste buds and enhancing the health of ancient civilizations for centuries. When I discovered rich, intense flavors and unparalleled health benefits by preparing fresh food in unglazed clay cookware, I created the VitaClay pot. My intention was to bring the superior results of clay cooking into my kitchen for fast and easy family meals. Something special happens to ingredients cooked in clay. Can you tell us why? It’s really about synergy and integration. Healthy foods react 36
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positively together when heated inside unglazed clay. The ancients knew how low heat and clay created a delicate and evenly cooking environment that optimized the nutritional profile of their meals and made them richer, tastier and healthier. This is because clay neutralizes acidity and unlocks nature’s gifts in the food, such as salts, vitamins, minerals and natural sugars. Another big plus is that fats and meat juices are preserved when steamed at low temperatures and remain nourishing, bioavailable and digestible. The smell molecules also remain intact with our special seal, waking up your digestive powers and satisfying your appetite. How easy is it to use the VitaClay? It’s so simple because it’s a technological breakthrough and fully programmed for soups, stews, varietal rice, whole grains and low-temperature yogurt. Any healthy cook really does become a culinary genius, because all it takes is good-quality ingredients and pushing a button. See VitaClay ad on this page.
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Five Simple Exercises to Smooth Thighs
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nsightly cellulite, which is comprised of fat deposits just beneath the skin, appears as lumps or dimples, usually near the buttocks and upper thighs, and is most common in women. Building muscle can make cellulite harder to notice and help burn more calories. While cellulite deposits might not be eliminated, burning body fat will make them shrink and be less visible. Here are five top exercises to blast stubborn cellulite.
Cardiovascular Exercise
As long as we’re expending more calories than we’re taking in, we will begin burning the body’s fat deposits. As cardio workouts burn calories, they can reduce overall body fat, which also makes cellulite harder to see. Any exercise such as walking, running, hiking or cycling can help in the overall battle to burn calories and blast cellulite.
Stair Climbing
Stair climbing burns at least 10 calories a minute, according to the nonprofit National Wellness Institute, that promotes healthy lifestyles worldwide. Plus, stair climbing has the added benefit of working all the muscle areas that tend to get hit with the greatest amounts of cellulite.
Leg Lifts
Janet Wallace, Ph.D., professor of kinesiology at Indiana University-Bloomington, advises that leg lifts are the best exercise for toning the outer thighs.
Lie on the floor on your side, placing one elbow on the ground and prop your head up with that same hand. Place the other hand on the floor beside your waist. With legs straight and toes pointed, lift the top leg up as far as it will go, then slowly lower it back down. Do 10 to 15 reps, and then turn over and work the other leg.
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An MSNBC health segment recommended this fat-busting move to target all the areas that are most susceptible to cellulite. While kneeling on hands and knees, lift a leg up behind you until it’s pointed upward at a 45-degree angle. Slowly bring the leg back down and repeat the movement with the other leg. Start with 15 reps and work up from there.
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Stand comfortably with feet about a foot apart. Slowly bend the knees to lower your body until both thighs are parallel to the floor. Then gradually stand back up, squeezing gluteal and back-of-the-thigh muscles as you rise. If performed consistently, this exercise will increase muscle strength in the thighs and buttocks, which also helps burn fat, according to the Mayo Clinic. Less fat equals less noticeable cellulite. As with the other exercises, start with 15 repetitions per session and work up to more. E.C. LaMeaux posts a body of work at Gaiam Life (Life.Gaiam.com), from which this was adapted.
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Eco-Beauty Homemade Shampoos, Lotions and Perfumes Make Great Gifts by Kathleen Barnes
hair. “It doesn’t foam up like commercial shampoos, but it gets hair much cleaner,” she advises. Homemade beauty products are a natural outlet for anyone that loves to cook or craft. Make a small batch—experiment with an array of essential oils to create a preferred scent to suit individual tastes, and add or subtract the amounts according to skin and hair types. “Take it a step further and make pretty gift packages with glass bottles, jars or tins embellished with ribbons, personal artwork or anything else that taps into your creative juices,” says Cox. “Your friends and family will be especially happy to receive and use them.” Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books and publisher at Take Charge Books. Connect at Kathleen@KathleenBarnes.com.
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any of us have grown disenchanted with expensive, commercial beauty products that include toxic and even cancer-causing ingredients. Fortunately, safe, natural and affordable alternatives—including homemade shampoos, conditioners, moisturizers, bath salts, body scrubs and butters—are stocked at many natural grocers and health food stores. We all want to avoid phthalates, cetyl alcohol, triclosan, sodium laureth sulfate, parabens and many other poisonous chemicals commonly found in lotions, creams, scrubs, oils, perfumes and makeup products that may not be listed on labels. “You want to know what’s in your product,” says Janice Cox, of Medford, Oregon, the bestselling author of Natural Beauty at Home and Eco-Beauty. “If you’re making your own, you’re in control.” Cox remarks, “Ingredients are absorbed through the skin, our largest organ. It’s why some medicines like birth control, pain relief and nicotine patches are effectively applied externally; it’s also why toxic ingredients placed on our skin can be so harmful.” Her recommended solution is simple: The kitchen cabinet harbors solutions to the dry and dull skin that plagues many this time of year, shampoo residues that result in drab hair, 38
and less-than-glowing skin due to a suboptimal holiday diet. “Many products require only one or two ingredients and take minimal time to make,” says Cox. “Plus, they cost only pennies. Who wouldn’t choose that over a $30-an-ounce mysterious chemical soup?” Honey is a Cox favorite for several reasons, including its antimicrobial effects: a dab on a blemish or insect bite can zap it overnight. “Honey has high potassium content, making it almost impossible for bacteria to survive in,” she explains. It’s also a good source of B vitamins thiamine, niacin, riboflavin and pantothenic acid, plus minerals like iron, zinc and manganese. In this case, what’s absorbed through skin is literally nourishing our body’s entire system. Honey is also a powerful humectant, helping to prevent loss of moisture from skin and hair. Cox recommends dropping a tablespoon or two in a warm bath to soothe rough skin without stickiness, a conditioning mixture of honey and olive oil to produce silky hair and an apple-honey toner to facilitate glowing skin. She also recommends an easy shampoo that contains nothing more than natural soap (like Dr. Bronner’s), water and a little vegetable oil for dry
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Simple Natural Beauty Ingredients Here are a few favorite ingredients for home treatments: n Honey is perfect for conditioning dry, damaged hair and rinses out easily. n Sour cream makes a great facial mask for softening and cleansing a dull complexion. n Green tea is packed with antioxidants and tones skin with no need to rinse off. n Oatmeal can be used instead of soap to cleanse all skin types. n Pineapple juice soothes tired feet and softens rough patches. n Baking soda works head to toe as a hair rinse, facial scrub and bath soak. n Olive oil in a nail soak keeps nails clean, flexible and strong.
Muscle-Soothing Bath Salts Yields 24 ounces This is the perfect bath to relax and refresh the whole body. Add a few drops of essential oils to the mixture for scent. 1 cup kosher or sea salt 1 cup baking soda 1 cup Epsom salt Mix together all ingredients and pour into a clean, dry container. Pour one cup of the mixture into a warm tub slowly, allowing the salts to dissolve completely. Soak for at least 20 minutes, but no more than 40 minutes.
Raw Sugar Body Scrub Yields 10 ounces Raw sugar is well-suited for freshening skin. Using a body scrub helps rid skin of surface impurities, enabling it to retain more moisture and look healthier. It also boosts circulation, which energizes the whole body. 1 cup raw sugar ½ cup light oil, such as almond or sunflower ½ tsp vitamin E oil Mix together all ingredients and pour into a clean container. Massage a tablespoon or two at a time all over the body to gently exfoliate and moisturize skin.
Combine all the ingredients in a heat-resistant container. In the microwave or on the stovetop using a double boiler, gently heat until the mixture just begins to melt. Remove from heat and stir well until the wax and cocoa butter are melted and all ingredients are mixed together. Pour into a clean container and allow it to cool completely. Spread a small amount of the body butter on the skin.
Basic Shampoo
¼ cup vodka or witch hazel ¼ cup water 2-3 drops of a favorite essential oil or a mixture of oils (lavender, sandalwood, bergamot, rose, frangipani, ylang-ylang or jasmine) Mix all ingredients together. Pour into a clean spray bottle or splash bottle. Spray or splash the scented cologne onto skin or hair.
Solid Perfume
Yields 8 ounces If hair is oily, the optional vegetable oil may be omitted, but if hair is dry or damaged, include it. This is a great shampoo for all hair types because it’s gentle on hair and won’t strip away the natural oils. ½ cup water ½ cup mild natural liquid soap (like Dr. Bronner’s or any Castile soap) ½ tsp light vegetable oil (optional) Gently stir all the ingredients together, being careful not to beat the mixture or it will create foam. Pour the shampoo into a clean plastic container. Shampoo as normal, and then rinse well with cool water.
Eau de Cologne Yields 4 ounces Eau de Cologne was originally made by steeping flowers in a jar with alcohol and a small amount of oil. The scented oil was poured off and the alcohol was mixed with water.
Yields 1 ounce Solid perfume and scents have always been popular because they are longlasting, easy to carry and discreet—just rub them on—no need to waste them by spraying the air. 1 Tbsp grated beeswax 1 Tbsp almond oil 8 drops essential oil or mixture of oils (peach, orange, sandalwood, vanilla or lavender) In a heat-resistant container or small saucepan, gently heat the beeswax and oil until it melts. Stir in the scented oil, pour into a clean, small container and allow the mixture to cool completely. Rub a finger across the solid perfume and apply the scent to pulse points or anywhere else. Recipes courtesy of Janice Cox, author of Natural Beauty at Home, Natural Beauty for All Seasons, Natural Beauty from the Garden and Eco Beauty.
Body Butter Yields 4 ounces This is a rich, buttery cream that makes a wonderful all-over body cream. It contains four well-known skin conditioning oils. ¼ cup grated cocoa butter 1 Tbsp coconut oil 2 Tbsp light sesame oil 1 Tbsp almond oil 1 Tbsp grated beeswax
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Garfield Park Conservatory and Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum will do the trick. Nature is our teacher—listen to what it has to tell us.
Act in service to the Earth: In order
to live well, we have to make sure the world around us also lives well. One easy to way to begin focusing on the health of the Earth is through participating in environmental volunteer projects. There are many organizations in Chicago with unique environmental initiatives, such as the Cooperation Operation (CoopOp.org), on the Southside of Chicago. They are remediating soil at a former toxic waste site and concur-
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Four Tools to Cultivate Personal Empowerment by Andrea Dennis and Tieg Alexander
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he polls have spoken, and studies show that most people think the global environmental crisis can be resolved through individual actions; but how can we take this shared belief and create tools to help bring about such a transformation? Here are four personal empowerment tools to do just that:
Seek environmental knowledge:
Through lifelong inquiry, we can connect with visionaries and innovators in our communities to inspire our daily actions. Knowledge is power, and there are rising insights and ideas addressing our environmental crisis every day. Ongoing education helps inform the seeker of communities, opportunities and resources that inspire and educate individuals to make a change. Take, for example, the many “playshops” offered by the local Chicago group 40
Edible Alchemy (EdibleAlchemyFoods. com)—it’s not just the elite foodies that can ferment veggies, brew kombucha or compost indoors.
Embrace an affinity for nature: The
more intimate we are with our true selves, the more deeply we are able to listen to our own hearts and develop an intuition to love and nurture that which we most desire. A still moment in natural surroundings can work wonders to reconnect us with our childlike affinity for nature. While it might seem challenging to do this in the third-largest city in the country, even Chicago has natural destinations that can inspire wonder and awe. Visit the Cosmic Spiral on the grounds southeast of the Adler Planetarium or the willow trees in Lincoln Park South Lagoon for a daily Zen moment in nature. In winter, the
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Learn to lead an eco-friendly urban or suburban lifestyle while envisioning a world transformed. Presentations, demonstrations and interactive exhibits designed to help people gain a well-rounded understanding of the many ways we can carry out an eco-friendly lifestyle in Chicago will be featured from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., November 16, at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. Optional networking will be available from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sponsored by Greenheart Transforms, presenters will include Jamie Hayes, owner and designer of Production Mode; Emmanuel Pratt, director of the Aquaponics Center at Chicago State University; Ken Dunn, founder of The Resource Center and City Farm; and Emanuel Kuntzelman, founder and president of Greenheart International. Locally made organic vegan and vegetarian lunch options from Edible Alchemy are included. Get tickets at Envisioning.eventbrite. com. Location: 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago. For more information, call 312-264-1696 or visit GreenheartTransforms.org. See ad on page 7 and at NAChicagoNorth.com.
rently operating an organic urban farm. They host open volunteer hours every Saturday. To maximize volunteer time, join the Greenheart Club (GreenheartClub.org) to log volunteer hours and earn grants for important projects.
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Integrate through a daily practice: Our “Aha!” moments can be washed away in an instant if we are unable to root them in our lives. Let’s integrate seeking knowledge, an affinity for nature and volunteer service into a daily practice. Making these improvements a priority is empowering on a personal level, and will most definitely result in a windfall of community, connection and inspiration. Dennis is the outreach director for Greenheart International and board member of Chicago Fair Trade and Social Enterprise Alliance: Chicago chapter. Alexander is the events and program coordinator at Greenheart Transforms, a branch of Greenheart International. For more information, call 312-264-1696 or visit GreenheartTransforms.org. See ad on page 7 and at NAChicagoNorth.com.
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Connecting Creative Work with an Audience by Loreen Niewenhuis
Congratulations. You’ve finished that creative project and are now sending it out into the world. Maybe you’ve composed and performed music to accompany yoga sessions, or you’ve self-publish an eBook about meditating, or you have found a small publisher for your memoir. You’ve done all the difficult work of creating, so what happens now? How do people hear about your work and then actually buy it?
Fourth,
if you are launching a book, consider the importance of book clubs. They are a great way to get people to buy, read and discuss your book. Consider holding a contest to giveaway books to one book club and partner with area independent bookstores to publicize it. Speaking of giveaways, GoodReads.com is a great place to do this. GoodReads is a community website of serious readers that will post reviews.
Fifth, develop an e-mail list of
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ere are some hard truths for new authors. No one will care more about your work than you. You are the best person to connect people to your work (yes, even better than a publicist). Your book or CD is “new” for only the calendar year in which it is copyrighted; after that, it’s old news. Connecting your work to an audience is hard work. So it’s essential to have a plan and be intimately involved with connecting the books with an audience.
First, people will need to hear
about your work three times before it even enters their radar. This is why new products are often launched with TV ads that hit us over the head. The only thing that trumps this is when someone hears about something new 42
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consider developing a presentation to go with your work so you can get speaking gigs. Retirement communities, libraries, schools and community centers always need speakers and some places will even pay to host your presentation. If you do this, make sure to cross-promote all of your events, don’t just rely on the venue hosting you to publicize it. Put out a press release for free at prlog.org and then send the link to area media outlets along with a formal email about you and your presentation if the community is invited to attend. You can also order posters in bulk from VistaPrint.com and then customize them for each event. Send them to the venue weeks ahead so they can be displayed where you’ll be speaking.
from a trusted friend. We all have people in our life that might suggest a book or new product and we’ll run out and get it. Word of mouth is the best advertising you’ll ever get, and you can’t buy it. It is essential that you are putting out your best work for this to happen organically.
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allow others to become emotionally connected to your work. If your sister wants to throw a launch party for your yoga CD with her yoga group, say “Yes and thank you,” and bring a nice bottle of wine. If you’ve developed your book with a writer’s group, throw a thank-you party for them and give them all a signed copy of the new book.
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people that like your work. Begin with friends and family and alumni offices of colleges/universities from which you’ve graduated and build on that. Allow people to sign up to follow you. Using a service to maintain a list and send out mass emails is free as long as you have fewer than a certain number of addresses. Use mass emails to update your followers on giveaways, new works coming out and awards you’ve won, but don’t overdo it. Okay, at this point you may be a bit overwhelmed. It is a lot of hard work. Consider all the time you’ve put into creating your work. Doesn’t the promotional side of your work deserve some energy and planning, too? What good is your creativity if no one ever connects with it?
Have a promotion plan in place well before your work is released. Work with your publisher if you have one. If you are self-published, consult with other writers you know or check out KSBPromotions.com/articles.htm for a glimpse at how a publicist plans for a book launch. Be creative with your marketing. You’re a creative person, so apply those talents here. Have some fun with it. And take the long view with your creative life. Most people know of Barbara Kingsolver’s bestselling book, The Poisonwood Bible, but they aren’t aware that this was her eighth published book. She was building a dedicated following for years before this book “broke through.” Loreen Niewenhuis is an author, adventurer and dynamic speaker. Her books, A 1000-Mile Walk on the Beach and A 1,000-Mile Great Lakes Walk were published by Crickhollow Books of Milwaukee. Her novella, Atlanta, was published by MSR of Charlotte. She is currently exploring many of the islands of the Great Lakes for her upcoming book A 1,000-Mile Great Lakes Island Adventure, to be published in 2015. Learn more about her work at LakeTrek.com.
Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough. ~Oprah Winfrey
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Practice Gratitude and Change Your Life by April Thompson “I have started a gratitude journal that I write in every day. When you run out of the ‘obvious’ blessings, it makes you dig deep and see all the small things. I commit to do my very best to never take anything or anybody, good or bad, for granted.” ~ Lisa Henderson Middlesworth “A town can be such a blessing. Neighbors always pull together when there’s a tragedy or natural disaster. The boundaries diminish and yards become one... we eat in each other’s kitchens, supervise each other’s children, share vehicles and generally watch out for each other. I believe it is God’s way of reminding us that we’re one family and each of us provides the strength and foundation for the other.” ~ Colleen Epple Pine
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iddlesworth “Feeling gratitude “In many cases, it was the most significant conversaand Pine are and not expressing tion we ever had.” among thouGratitude is a small sands adopting a Gratiit is like wrapping act with a big payoff, tude Challenge to help a present and Green observes. “The develop their gratitude person receiving gratitude reflex and cultivate a not giving it.” appreciates knowing they more positive outlook on life. Gratitude can ~ William Arthur Ward made a difference, but the giver is the greatest recipitake many forms, but ent. It feels good to express gratitude, typically participants pledge to reflect plus you are freed from future regrets upon and express it daily with the that you didn’t express it when you had help of email prompts from a sponsorthe chance.” ing organization. A gratitude practice Patricia Brugioni, a Christian Scican help grow appreciation for the ence nurse from Chicago, has been strangers that better our lives. It can sharing three things she’s grateful for also deepen our gratefulness for the on social media on a daily basis since significant others we sometimes take taking a five-day online challenge earfor granted. lier this year. “I am a grateful person Approaching a milestone birthday, retired businessman Walter Green set out by nature, but now I am claiming the good that is coming to me and learnon a year-long journey to visit 44 people that he credited with changing his life to ing to cherish things without feeling initiate conversations about their influlike I have to earn them,” she says. ence, which he recounts in the book This is the Moment! While the relationships Connect with freelance writer April were already solid, according to Green, Thompson at AprilWrites.com. natural awakenings
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naturalpet Write an activity—a walk, trip to the dog park, game of fetch or a doggie/human dance party—on a few index cards. “Teach the dog to choose by rubbing one card with a sodiumfree bouillon cube,” suggests Eileen Proctor, a pet lifestyle expert in Denver. “As soon as the dog sniffs the card, reward with praise and the designated gift. Once the game is learned, there is no need to keep scenting the cards.” Turn up a corner of all the cards for easy pickup.
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Animals Love Interactive Toys and Games by Sandra Murphy
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hat’s on the family pet’s wish list this year? Family members can have fun creating interactive toys and games that are easy on the holiday budget. According to a recent American Pet Association survey, three out of four owners buy gifts for their pets during the holiday season to the collective tune of $5 billion. Dogs and cats receive new sweaters and boots, collars and leashes, toys and treats. Yet, what they really crave is attention. “Too often, pets are left alone for eight hours a day, leading to anxiety, frustration and unwanted behaviors. It’s important that they’re mentally challenged, learn new commands and have
fun,” says Dr. Mary Gardner, co-founder of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, in Los Angeles. “Cognitive decline and muscle wasting, common in older pets, can both be thwarted with games personalized for age and ability.”
Special Dog Treats
Look for sturdy wooden puzzles that hide a treat behind doors that pull or slide open. Advanced puzzles involve a multi-step solution. Following dog treat cookbooks will keep dedicated bakers in a canine’s good graces throughout the year.
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Cats may like to play it cool, but bring out a laser pointer and they act like kittens again. To mimic hunting instincts, play hide-and-seek with kitty’s food; put holes in a closed box with special bits of dry food inside, then let her paw it out or roll the box. Place a too-large-to-swallow jingle bell inside an empty toilet paper roll and tape the ends shut for a charming-sounding toy. An orphaned sock filled with crinkly cellophane and sewn shut makes an intriguing toy to drag around. Improvise a fishing pole from a colorful dowel rod and heavy twine with a pet- and planet-friendly item tied on the end for a pet to chase. Cats love to squeeze themselves into small spaces or relax in larger ones, so pass along gift boxes.
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Older animals can benefit from new bedding; a mattress that resembles an egg carton is easy on the joints. A warming pad feels good on cold nights. Placing short steps beside a family bed allows co-sleeping to continue. A ramp helps senior dogs get into the car.
Fun for Fish
Betta (Siamese fighting) fish love to rest near the surface, so provide a leafy hammock, available where supplies are sold. Finned friends get exercise as they chase a laser pointer’s red dot through the water. A new plant or ping-pong ball floating on the surface provides added entertainment. Moss balls are a good place to hide food and also help keep the water clean. A ceramic log lets fish hide inside.
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Climbing Crabs
Hermit crabs are social animals, both curious and amusing. The gift of a new shell or two during molting season is appreciated. Flat-topped rocks with textured sides, large enough to not tip over, provide a different view. Fibers like those used for macramé, hung from the lid of the tank almost to the floor mimic rope climbing. Upside-down terra cotta flower pots, in different sizes and covered with netting, provide more surfaces and heights to explore. “Time spent together is a gift for both the giver and the recipient,” says Proctor. “It’s more thoughtful than anything you can find in a store. You always get back more than you give.” Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.
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As with kids, don’t shower all the surprises on a pet at once. The choices will be overwhelming. Instead, rotate them while keeping one favorite on hand. 4 Check for loose knobs or small parts on toys and around the house; anything that can break off from a strong bite. Favor smooth, rounded edges. 4 Puzzles and other toys are for supervised play only. 4 Never point a laser light at a pet’s eyes—it can severely damage their vision. 4 Poinsettias can be poisonous to pets—keep them out of reach or out of the house. 4 Because a dog or cat’s tongue is rough, if they chew on tinsel, ribbon, yarn or other textured wrappings or decorations, it’s likely to get swallowed, which can lead to a medical emergency.
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time foraging for food. Mimic a wilderness search by hiding food beneath an unused, unbleached coffee filter or a large lettuce leaf. Cut food in pieces big enough to hold in a claw to help hone balance. Hide seeds in a madefor-birds piñata, available at pet supply stores. Puzzle boxes range from reachin-for-food versions to slide-a-door or pull-a-knob difficulty levels.
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Non-Toxic Can Lining in Development Because fresh food spoils quickly, many packaging and preservation innovations have helped to extend transportation hardiness and shelf life. Now, a new bioresin made from tomato plant byproducts could make it safer to eat ubiquitous canned goods. Led by the Stazione Sperimentale per l’Industria delle Conserve Alimentari (Experimental Station for the Food Preserving Industry), in Parma, Italy, the BIOCOPAC (biocopac.eu/en) consortium is developing a bio-based thermosetting lacquer. Most metal food packaging has a BPA-filled liner or chemical-based lacquer to prevent corrosion. While these keep the can intact, they have been linked to deleterious effects on the food inside. Source: Inhabitat.com
Ka-Ching
Time Is Money, So Bank It Time banking is an updated, Web-savvy version of barter that allows users to accumulate the time they work and then “spend” it elsewhere. Unlike traditional bartering, it’s not limited to an individual transaction. The medium is so fluid that it can be exchanged many times as a form of currency. Most people do a variety of tasks that others may not want to do or are incapable of doing themselves, such as writing, preparing taxes, babysitting, housecleaning, plumbing or even dentistry. For example, an hour of gardening equals an hour of child care, dentistry, home repair or teaching someone to play chess. The idea is that people trade for what they need and do what they’re good at. Everyone gets what they need by exchanging their expertise. Time banking works for groups, too. Organizations, agencies, churches and businesses can all become members of TimeBanks USA, formed in 1995, and contribute time, energies, skills and resources. Source: TimeBanks.org
Saying No
Two Countries Buck the Mining Industry The governments of El Salvador and Costa Rica have successfully resisted demands by the gold mining industry, putting long-term environmental protection ahead of short-term financial gain. El Salvador stopped issuing gold mining permits several years ago, despite high gold prices and the contention by some that exporting gold was one of the country’s few chances to boost economic growth. The majority of its citizens obtain water from one large river system, the Lempa, and gold mining, which uses cyanide as a processing agent, invariably pollutes nearby rivers and watersheds. The government of Costa Rica has said no to open-pit mining, one of the most environmentally destructive mining methods. Popular opposition surged in the wake of a major accident that led to the closure of the Canadian-owned Bellavista open-pit gold mine. Source: YES! magazine 46
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Sea-Surfing Robot Tracks Marine Life An unmanned, solar-powered Wave Glider robot has been deployed off the U.S. coast near San Francisco as part of an arsenal of ocean-observing technologies revealing in real time the mysterious journeys of great white sharks and other marine creatures. A new network that also includes data receivers on fixed buoys picks up signals from acoustic tags on animals passing within 1,000 feet and transmits information to a research team on shore, led by Stanford University Marine Sciences Professor Barbara Block. The technology is central to Block’s Blue Serengeti Initiative, which builds on the Tagging of Pacific Predators project, part of the international Census of Marine Life (2000-2010). “The use of revolutionary technology increases our capacity to observe our oceans and census populations, improve fisheries management models and monitor animal responses to climate change,” says Block. Shark Net is a free IOS app available at the Apple store, created by Block and her colleagues to enable a direct, personal connection between the public and wild marine animals, and to raise awareness of the teeming ocean life just off North America’s West Coast. Source: SierraClub.org
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Event sponsored by Natural Awakenings Chicago.
Native American Awareness Month Adopt A Senior Pet Month Peanut Butter Lovers Month
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Day of the Dead (Dia de Los Muertos) All Saints Day (Christian) Bring Your Relationship into The Present Moment: A Couples Retreat – Nov 1-8. Engage in powerful experiences that will transform relationship, improve communication and increase loving-kindness. With Ann Brown, of Mystic Heart Healing and David Klow, owner of Skylight Counseling Center, in Chicago and Skokie. $2,295/couple. The Present Moment Resort and Spa, Troncones Guerra, Mexico. For more info, Brown: 847-858-7576, Ann@Mysticl1.Earthealing.com; or Klow at 847-529-8300 x 1, David@SkylightCounselingCenter.com. PresentMomentRetreat.com. 7th Annual Green Living Expo – 10am-3pm. Featuring over 60 eco-friendly vendors. Learn about green products and services and sustainable practices. Also includes Fox River Fish 2,500-gallon viewing tank stocked with over 15 varieties of native species; ISU Solar Race Car Team, including their solar race car; Electric vehicle/hybrid cars and displays. Free. McHenry County College, 8900 US Hwy 14, Crystal Lake. 815-479-7765. McHenry.edu/GreenExpo.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Daylight Savings Time Ends Hindustani Classical, Semi-Classical & Devotional Music Concert – 9:30am-12:30pm. Presented by MA Center Chicago. Pandit Nagraj Rao Havaldar, noted vocalist from the Kirana and Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana is a disciple of Pandit Madhav Gudi and Pandit Panchakshari Swami Mattigatti. Accompanied by Dhananjay Kunte, Tabla & Vikas Falnikar, Harmonium. $50/Preferred seating; Regular seating: $25/ adults, $15/age 9-18, free/under Age 8. MA Center Chicago, Satsang Hall, 41W501 Keslinger Rd, Elburn. 630-387-5077. Tickets, Suresh: 847-987-6676; Jayan: 224-210-8062; Kasi: 773-354-4209. Day of the Dead Sacred Service – 10:30-11:45am. Day of the Dead is holiday observed throughout Latin America, which celebrates the lives of the deceased. We invite you to bring photos or memorabilia of the special ones in your life who have passed. We will create an altar and hold sacred service to honor their lives and celebrate the eternal nature of Life itself. Free. Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm St, Deerfield. 847-337-3866. AbundantLifeUnity.org. Reiki 1 Class – 12-6pm. Includes the history, applications and current research on this light touch therapy from Japan. Take this class so you can offer first-level Reiki to yourself and others. Includes full attunement, practice time and a light lunch. NCBTMB Approved Provider; 6 CE hours. Reiki Healing Energy, 115 N Marion St, Ste 12, Oak Park. To register, Janice: 708-738-0438. ReikiHealingEnergy.net.
Restful Yoga Postures and the Sacred Healing Sounds of Crystal Bowls & Voice – 7-8:30pm. 1st Sun. With Marian McNair from Cellular Harmonies. Unwind, relax and restore with gentle yoga postures, the lovely sounds of the crystal bowls and Marian’s angelic voice. It can’t be described, only felt through deep relaxation in your body. $25/pre-registration, $30/walk-in. Samadhi, A Yoga Studio, 1312 Waukegan Rd, Glenview. Please register: 847-7303677 or SamadhiaYogaStudio.PerfectMind.com. CellularHarmonies.com.
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Speak, Write, Promote: Hay House Contest – Nov 7-9. Do you have a dream to write a book, build a speaking career, appear on TV or host your own radio show? Attend and enter for a chance to win one of three spectacular prizes. With Cheryl Richardson, New York Times bestselling author, Certified Coach and multi-media leader; Reid Tracy, Hay House President/CEO. Westin Chicago, River North, Chicago. Register: 800-654-5126 or HayHouse.com/Events. Reversing Type II Diabetes – 10:30am. With Dr. Kim Martin, DC, of North Shore Health Solutions, a functional medicine office. North Shore Health Solutions, 1446 Techny Rd, Northbrook. RSVP required: 847-715-9060. NorthShoreHealthSolutions.com.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Introduction to Ayurveda – Event exclusively for Natural Awakenings readers. Free. Hamsa Ayurveda & Yoga Center, 3807 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago. For more info: 773-697-3640 or HamsaCenter.com.
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Election Day Yoga Nidra with Savita Jachim – 7pm. 1st Tues. Deeply restorative guided savasana, or relaxation pose. $10 suggested donation. Inner Balance, 350 Pfingsten, Ste 107, Northbrook. To RSVP join “Inner Balance Meditation”: Meetup.com. More info: InnerBalanceNow.com.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Women’s Networking Group – Nov 5 & Dec 3. 11:30am-1pm. Buy own lunch. Location varies around Hoffman Estates. Dr.Kristen@TheBalanceDoc.com. HEChamber.com.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Women’s Networking Group – Nov 6 & 20. 11:15am-12:45pm. $16 for lunch. Georgio’s, 100 W Higgins Rd, South Barrington. Dr.Kristen@ TheBalanceDoc.com. DPwomen.com. Calm Massage’s 5th Anniversary – 2-8pm. Includes free mini-treatments: hand massage, chair massage, crystal bed treatments, product demonstrations and free samples. Food, drinks and violin music; massage gift certificates sold at a 25% discount (limit 2). 467 Roger Williams Ave, Highland Park. 847-266-4000. CalmMassageTherapy@gmail.com. CalmMassageTherapy.com. Exploring Bach Flower Remedies – 6:30-9:30pm. Bach flower remedies are extreme dilutions of flower material developed by Edward Bach, homeopath, believed to retain the healing properties of that plant’s dew. Intended for emotional and spiritual conditions, including depression, anxiety, insomnia and stress. Dr. Damon Fazio, ND, RPE, BCPP, RPP, LMT, has over 30 years of private practice with groundbreaking work in polarity and cranial sacral therapy. 3 CEs, NCBTMB. $65. College of Lake County, Southlake Campus R230, 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills. 847-543-2615. CLCIllinois.edu/professional. Zero Balancing Study Group – 7-9pm. Attention Zero Balancing students and practitioners: ZB Study Group with Sheila McCarthy-Daskovsky. Review and keep your practice up to date. $15. Zero Balancing Wellness Center, 809 Ridge Rd, Ste 200, Wilmette. To reserve a spot: 847-920-9292. ZBWellness.com.
Introductory Course on the Bach Flower Remedies – Nov 8 & 9. 9:30am-6pm. Bach International Education Program Level 1. Learn how to use flower remedies to reduce stress, alleviate worry, improve self-confidence and well-being during this Bach Centre approved, 2-day seminar. Learn about each Bach flower remedy and how to integrate this simple system into your life and practice. 12.5 NCBTMB CE. $350-$375. Chicago. Pre-registration required: Awakening-Hearts.com. Edgar Cayce Holistic Fair – 10am-4:30pm. Experience self-growth, free admission and raffles in a community of like-minded people. A variety of free lectures throughout the day. $35/30-min sessions: Akashic Records (Gwen Rubis), Angel Readings (Lin Boffelli), Aura Photography (Dianne Reddington), Cayce-like Readings (Richard Popp), Chair Massage (Rhona Moore), Clairvoyant Readings/Relationships (Jim Piper), Energy Touch (Maureen Undine), Mediumship (Elizabeth Romo), Numerology (Philip Clark), Oil Paintings (Karen Hautzinger), Past Life Readings/Aura Healing (Robert Schwartz), Tarot/Handwriting Analysis (Barbara Blount). Group Gong Healing with Petra Sliwiak at 10am-1pm, $20/person. Edgar Cayce Holistic Center and Bookstore in Unity Northwest Church, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. 847-299-6535. AREChicagoCenter@gmail.com. A Day of Victories – 1-8pm. This year’s theme focuses on building connections. It is a day of interaction and engagement. We interact with friends, family, colleagues and strangers every day. How do we continue to expand and enrich our connections to each other? A Day of Victories brings together people who want to explore this question and evolve their relationships. Invite your partners, friends, family and neighbors who wish to spend a day of learning, personal growth and community. Day is open to both men and women. Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N Knox, Chicago. Maureen Ewing: 312-604-5013, Admin@VictoriesForMen.org. VictoriesForMen.org. Kirtan: Sing & Dance – 2-4:30pm. Dance, sing and celebrate as we say yes to love, life and blessings. $10. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org.
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Happy Thanksgiving! AWAKEN Higher Brain Living® Center’s Two-Year Anniversary Celebration – 2-5pm. Join us as we celebrate the lives that have changed and our personal growth and evolutionary paths that continue to unfold. Great food, fun and free raffles. Let’s appreciate life and each other. Free. AWAKEN Higher Brain Living® Center Grant Park, 410 S Michigan Ave, Ste 414, Chicago. 312881-9591. RSVP: AwakenParty.Eventbrite.com. HigherBrainLivingGrantPark.com. Chicago IANDS Presents: Kathleen Forti, PhD – 2-5pm. Kathleen Forti is a NDEr, clinical psychologist and author. A near death experience in 2003 led her to bringing back information which led to the development of Trinfinti 8, a technology based on mathematical algorithms for healing used by holistic practitioners around the world. Learn how these algorithms are being used for tools of rejuvenation and spiritual change. She will do a 15-min demo at the end of the lecture. $20 suggested donation. Evanston Hospital, Frank Auditorium, 2650 Ridge Ave, Evanston. 847-251-5758. ChicagoIANDS.org. Meet Bhashkar Perinchery: Mystic & Spiritual Guide, Initiator of IMU – 7-9pm. This talk can bring you into an experience way beyond the mind. $15. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Hiking Meditation with Mystic Bhashkar in a State Park – All day. Just walking, breathing, listening, sensing, being present. Nature brings us in deep contact with our natural state of joy and harmony. $65/$75 includes 3 meals. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. Register: 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org.
savethedate Documentary Film: The Phenomenon Bruno Gröening, On the Tracks of the “Miracle Healer” – 1-7pm. (Film in Polish: Nov 16). In 1949 one name dominated the headlines: Bruno Gröning. Extra editions were printed about him. There were radio and newsreel reports. A movie was filmed. Everywhere he appeared people flocked to see him. This documentary shows the dramatic events of that time objectively. Original film and sound documents, archive material, over 50 eyewitness interviews, and large-scale re-enactment scenes. Organized by The Circle for Spiritual Aid to Life, Inc. Free; donations appreciated. The Dance Building, 1330 Webford Ave, Des Plaines. Info & reservation: 773-775-8855, Bruno-Groening-Film.org. Gift Certificate Give Away for a Great Cause – 2-3:30pm. Higher Brain Living facilitators in Skokie partner with 10,000 Villages (fair trade store) to support empowerment. Register at the store during this event to win gift certificates you can use to buy unique holiday gifts. For more info: Info@ DGutzmannMD.com.
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Introduction to Biomimicry – 2-4pm. Learn how biomimicry is rewriting the sustainability story in this interactive workshop guided by Rachel Hahs, a Certified Biomimicry Professional Candidate with a decade of public and private sector environmental and sustainability experience. Workshop is a cooperative offering from the Oak Park Conservatory, Green Community Connections and Biomimicry Chicago. $20. Oak Park Conservatory, 615 Garfield St, Oak Park. Register: 773-315-1109 or Intro-ToBiomimicry-Workshop.eventbrite.com Midlife Reboot Workshop: Living the Life You Love – 2-5pm. With Dianne Bischoff James. Reenergize and take steps toward reaching your highest potential with a Midlife Reboot led by awardwinning author of The Real Brass Ring, Dianne Bischoff James. This workshop will open up a world of possibilities and combine a wealth of information, dynamic exercises and profound, hands-on experiences to illuminate pathways for greater personal passion, peace and prosperity. $35. The Present Moment, Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W Church St, Libertyville. Register: ThePresentMoment.com. Rev. Darrell Jones Workshop – 3-4pm. Join Rev. Darrell Jones for an afternoon of learning and meditation. Suggested love offering $20. Be Optimal Holistic Health Center, 1249 Waukegan Rd, Glenview. RSVP requested: 847-486-8000. BeOptimal.com. Restorative Yoga & Sacred Sound – 4-6pm. 2nd Sun. With Marian McNair from Cellular Harmonies. Unwind, relax and restore with the vibrational sounds of the crystal bowls and voice, along with restorative yoga, using props for greater support and release. Feel the deep relaxation throughout your body, allowing your mind and spirit to attune with the healing frequencies at a cellular level. It’s a calming peace that you will want to experience again and again. Heaven Meets Earth, 2746 Central St, Evanston. Please register: 847-475-1500 or HeavenMeetsEarthYoga.com. CellularHarmonies.com.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Extended Gong Bath – 7-9pm. With Richard Rudis. Presented by Infinity Foundation, this extended gong bath is 90 mins of transformational waves of sound that rise and fall as soothing rhythms, tonalities and vibrations tuned to the sound of AUM, the universal cord. $40, $30/10 days advance. Highland Park Community House, 1991 Sheridan Rd, Highland Park. Register: 847-831-8828. InfinityFoundation.org.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Veteran’s Day Meditation Retreat for Inner Silence and Harmony – Nov 11-16. With Bhashkar Perinchery, Inner Metamorphosis University founder and spiritual guide. Enjoy meditative exercises, walks in nature, presence through breath awareness and individual meetings. Cost varies and includes program, lodging and organic meals. Echo Valley Farm, Ontario, WI. Registration required: 773-262-1468 or Lifesurfing. org/Retreats/Meditation-With-Bhashkar.
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Daily Silent Sitting Meditation with Mystic Bhashkar – Nov 11-17. 6-7:30am. Free. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Postpartum Massage Workshop – 8am-4pm. This workshop is appropriate for massage therapists who want to support women at a critical time in their lives. Learn the Bouncing Back from Baby SM sequence, neuromuscular therapy and myofascial release and pelvic stabilization techniques and measurement-taking procedures. Ellen Winick, MA, LMT, has over 17 years of diverse modality experience, including prenatal/postpartum massage and sports massage. 14 CEs, NCBTMB. $350. College of Lake County, Southlake Campus V336, 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills. 847-543-2615. CLCIllinois.edu/professional. Grand Opening of Tash Fitness – 5-8pm. Find out about the next generation of women’s only fitness. It is a new, exciting approach to a healthy lifestyle taking one change at a time in an environment of support and inspiration. No scales. No diets. Changes you can live with the rest of your life. 100% money back guarantee. Small group training, personal training, large group exercise, nutrition, child care, massage, accountability, senior and cognitive training. Call today for free consultation and Grand Opening events schedule. 8816 N Bronx Ave, Skokie. 847-379-5777. Fitness.com. Seminar on Low Dose Naltrexone: A New Treatment for Life Threatening Diseases – 6pm. Learn how one inexpensive medication has healed many patients worldwide. Successful for people that suffer a wide range of life threatening diseases linked to immune system dysfunction. With Dr. Silvia Panitch, MD, of Lakeview Integrative Medicine and special guest Dr. Mark Mandel, Pharm D, of Mark Drugs Pharmacy & Compounding. Free. 3344 N Ashland Ave, Chicago. RSVP: 773-525-6595. For more info, Dr. Panitch: Info@LakeviewIntegrativeMedicine.com. LakeviewIntegrativeMedicine.com & MarkDrugs.com. Good Fats, Bad Fats: Surprise It’s Not What You Think! – 7-8pm. Jerry Gore, MD, and Katie Bogaard, ND, will spend this evening discussing the pros and cons of cholesterol, saturated and unsaturated fats. They will discuss how they affect our hormones, create inflammation, facilitate weight gain/weight loss and help with disease prevention. Free. Center for Holistic Medicine, 240 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods/Deerfield. For more info & to RSVP: 847-236-1701. Holistic-Medicine.com.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Birth of the Baha’u’llah (Bahai’i) Free Golf Fitness Workshop – Nov 12, 19, 26. 5:30-6pm. Lean a quick and efficient warm-up that will help you on and off the golf course. These movements will also help decrease your aches and pains form sitting all day at work. Workshop is for anyone that just wants to move better and feel better. Space limited; 5 spots only. North Shore Naprapathic Fitness & Wellness 3330 Dundee Rd, Ste S5. Northbrook. To reserve a spot: 847-272-3700. Digestion Workshop – 6:30pm. Workshop with Reneé Barasch, digestive health specialist, and Amy Andrews, health detective and functional hormone specialist. Learn how how excess weight and hormones cause fatigue. $15. 480 Elm Place, Ste 108, Highland Park. Reservations required: 847-2072034. For more info: DigestiveHealthSolutions.com,. FeelGoodAgainHealth.com.
Organize Your Kitchen to Lose Weight – 6:308:30pm. Join Tash Fitness and Strategies for Organizing to see what you can do to reduce challenges in your kitchen to lose weight. Bring an unwrapped new toy for Toys For Tots. Tash Fitness, 8816 N Bronx Ave, Skokie. To register: 847-379-5777. TashFitness.com. Qigong for Women’s Breast Health – 7-8:30pm. Join Larry Stoler, PhD, to learn self-healing practices based on Traditional Chinese Medicine approaches to breast health. Learn to identify early warning signs of energy stagnation and internal imbalance and be given tools for prevention and overall wellness. $50, includes practice DVD. Zero Balancing Wellness Center, 809 Ridge Rd, Ste 200, Wilmette. 847-920-9292. ZBWellness.com. Healthcare 411: Seeking Solutions for Foot Pain – 7:30-9pm. Dr. Vijay Patel, DC, discusses many of the common reasons for foot pain, including plantar fasciitis, bunions and other issues. Find out which treatments work and can provide pain relief to help you return to your everyday activities. Free. Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Register: 847-253-5675 or mppl.org.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Vegan Indian Cook-Off – 6:30-9pm. Watch a few volunteer amateur chefs improvise vegan Indian recipes and help us pick the winner. Arya Bhavan’s Chef Kirti will choose the ingredients and give only 1 suggestion to the contestants; the rest will be up to their creativity and culinary intuition. Attendee price: $22 plus tax (includes vegan buffet and tasting of the cook-off recipes). Participation prize for all contestants & special prizes for the winners, plus all contestants eat for free. Arya Bhavan, 2508 W Devon, Chicago. Reservations required: 773-274-5800. For details & to volunteer as one of the chefs/contestants: AryaBhavan@aol.com. AryaBhavan.com. Awaken Your Potential Through the Power of Your Brain – 7-8:30pm. Learn about a revolutionary method for activating the most evolved part of your brain to create the life of your dreams. $75 but free if register at least 72 hours in advance. 5225 Old Orchard Rd, Ste 36, Skokie. To register: 312-488-9599 or Info@DGutzmannMD.com. HBLDGutzmannMD.com.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Chicago Fair Trade’s Globalfest Latin America – 5:30-9pm. Celebrate and support the growing fair trade movement. Enjoy food, an open bar, a fabulous silent auction, and visit the Day of the Dead Exhibit. National Museum of Mexican Art, 1852 W 19th St, Chicago. Tickets: 312-212-1760 or bit.ly/1sMc7ly. Music: “Good (And Good For You) Vibrations” – 7:30-9:30pm. With Ron Hounsell. Join us for an experience of music, sound and the other senses, some discussion of recent research about how the brain and music work together, how music can impact memory and aging, “good” and “bad” music and more. $25, $20/A.R.E. members. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center and Bookstore in Unity Northwest Church, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. To register: 847-299-6535.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago: Fifth Annual Consumer Conference – 9am-3:15pm. Exploring Epilepsy & Sharing Solutions. Free. Crowne
Plaza Chicago Metro Hotel, 733 W Madison, Chicago. Details: EpilepsyChicago.org. Unlimited Power, Spirit and Success – 9am-4pm. With Sandra Taylor, best-selling author or Quantum Success, and Sharon Anne Klinger best-selling author of Power of Words. Learn creative techniques for boosting the power of consciousness and connecting with Spirit to feel the peace and synchronicity of our unlimited Universe. CEUs available. $100, $85/10 days advance. National Lewis University, 5202 Old Orchard Rd, Skokie. Register: 847-831-8828. InfinityFoundation.org. Green up Your Holiday Gift Giving & Wrapping: DIY – 11am-1pm. Learn to green up your holiday gift giving, wrapping and decorating. We’ll have supplies on hand, but bring old items you’d like to transform to something new. Cummings Square, Cook County Forest Preserves, 536 N Harlem, River Forest. For details & to register: 708-771-1373. GreenCommunityConnections.org. Women’s Health Workshop – 11am-1pm. Dr. Nick LeRoy and Rachelle Meade, RD, will discuss the natural treatment of hormonal imbalances that relate to PMS, menopause and PCOS, thyroid conditions, weight loss and osteoporosis. Learn how diet and nutrition influence common women’s health conditions, and about the latest research in unique nutraceuticals that influence these conditions. Free. Illinois Center for Progressive Health, 1002 W Lake St, Chicago. Reserve a seat: 312-243-3338. Divas and Angels – 6:30-7:30pm. What are Guardian Angels and how do you converse with your own? Learn more from Vincent, a Pagan Enochian magician. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Fundraiser Kirtan – 7:30pm. With Radha and The Bhakti Caravan. Kirtan is a form of meditation with mantras and engaging rhythms, melodies and chanting. No experience necessary. $10/preregistered by Nov 15; $15/at the door. Infinity Foundation, 1282 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park. 847-831-8828. InfinityFoundation.org.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Fitness Taster – 10am-12pm. Do you know what POUND group exercise is all about? How about PiYo? Want to try 2-3 hrs of group exercise classes presented by some of the most dynamic instructors in the North Shore? Join us at Tash Fitness to experience 15-20-min tasters including your favorites, Zumba, yoga and Pilates. Please bring an unwrapped new toy for Toys For Tots. Tash Fitness, 8816 N Bronx Ave, Skokie. To register: 847-379-5777. TashFitness.com.
savethedate Envisioning a World Transformed – 11am-3:30pm. Hosted by Greenheart Transforms. Presentations, demonstrations and interactive exhibits to learn of the many ways we can carry out an eco-friendly lifestyle in Chicago. Learn about local ventures in urban farming, sustainable fashion, DIY products, zero waste initiatives, responsible travel, health and well-being and community advocacy. Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 N Cannon Dr, Chicago. 312-264-1696. GreenheartTransforms.org. Tickets: Envisioning.eventbrite.com.
Sacred Authenticity: Transform the Sacred Masculine and Goddess Within – 1-4pm. With Andrew Harvey. This session embraces the new vision of sacred masculinity along with the emancipation of the goddess to create full empowerment, liberation, and radical divine embodiment for men and women. These seemingly opposites are capable of being brought together through goddess/god wisdom. $70, $60/10 days advance. Infinity Foundation, 1282 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park. Register: 847-831-8828. InfinityFoundation.org. The Four Goals of a Human Life – 3:30-6pm. With Br. Shantamrita Chaitanya from Amma’s ashram near St. Charles (MA Center Chicago). A discourse on the importance of sounds and vibrations in chanting bhajans. 543 Michigan Ave, Evanston. For more info: Ellen@EllenKatz.net.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Fall/Winter Detoxification Class – 7-8:30pm. Plan a pre- or post-holiday detox program that works. Join Dr Thor Conner of World Tree Natural Medicine for a jam-packed presentation on creating a manageable, effective fall/winter detoxification plan. Free. World Tree Natural Medicine, 17W703-F Butterfield Rd, Oakbrook Terrace. 630359-5522. Please RSVP: WorldTree@comcast.net. TheHealingPowerOfNature.com.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Keeping Your Balance: Fall Prevention Strategies – 1:30-3pm. Stay safe, secure and independent as you grow older by reducing your risk of falling and causing injury. Alex Sison, an occupational therapist at the Abington of Glenview, discusses and demonstrates fall-prevention techniques. Free. Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Register: 847-253-5675 or mppl.org. Develop a Polished Presence – 6:30-8:30pm. Whether you are being considered for a promotion, adapting to a job change, starting an encore career, attending an event, or starting to date again, presenting a polished appearance is key to your overall presence. In this fun, informative and interactive program, Susan will highlight the elements of a polish presence and will show you wardrobe capsule groupings and share her list of must-haves. Please bring an unwrapped new toy for Toys For Tots. Tash Fitness, 8816 N Bronx Ave, Skokie. To register: 847-379-5777. TashFitness.com. 3rd Tuesday Meditation – 7pm. Join a community of peace seekers. Open to drop-ins of all levels, this guided 90-min meditation by psychotherapist & yogi Ellen (Radha) Katz and her colleagues. Inner Balance, 350 Pfingsten, Ste 107, Northbrook. To RSVP join “Inner Balance Meditation”: Meetup.com. More info: InnerBalanceNow.com. All About Beavers – 7pm. Beavers play a critical role in wetland ecosystems, including creating habitat for birdlife. USDA wildlife biologist, Craig Bloomquist, will discuss these rodents’ habits, importance, colony life and why we should care. Free. Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Rd, Highland Park. For more info & complete schedule, Rena Cohen: 847-831-0331. LakeCookAudubon.org.
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Living Long and Healthy, Naturally – 7-8:30pm. Dr. Kristen Bobik, DC, presents a three-stage strategy for maintaining or regaining your health naturally by addressing these areas: nutrition, stress, sleep and activity. Free. Schaumburg Library, 130 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg. Registration required: 847-985-4000. More info: 847-310-0303. TheBalanceDoc.com.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Understanding and Recognizing Your Dharma – 9:30-11:30am. With Ellen Katz, psychotherapist and meditation guide. Common Ground, 815 Rosemary Terrace, Deerfield. For details: Ellen@EllenKatz.net. Register: CG.org.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Amma Visiting Michigan – Nov 24-28. Amma (Mata Amritanandamayi) will visit during the Thanksgiving holidays, offering public programs and a retreat. For details: Amma.org.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women
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Simple Steps to Overcome Emotional Eating – 6:30-8:30pm. Join us for a discussion of the signs, symptoms and possible solutions to overcoming emotional eating. Please bring an unwrapped new toy for Toys For Tots. Tash Fitness, 8816 N Bronx Ave, Skokie. To register: 847-379-5777. TashFitness.com.
The Grateful Heart: Thanksgiving Eve Service – 7pm. A candlelight ceremony of thanksgiving will be led by Greg Barrette, minister of Unity Northwest Church. Those who attend will have an opportunity to share their gratitude with the congregation as they light a candle. Unity Northwest Church, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. 847-297-0997. UnityNorthwest.org.
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Women’s Networking Group – 11:15am-12:45pm. $16 for lunch. Georgio’s, 100 W Higgins Rd, South Barrington. Dr.Kristen@TheBalanceDoc.com. DPWomen.com.
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Introduction to Essential Oils – 6:30-7:30pm. Join us for an enlightening talk about therapeutic-grade essential oils where we will explore a brief history as well as numerous uses and health benefits including, but not limited to: stress reduction, immune support, mental focus, and mood elevation. Free. JBS Wellness, 731 S IL Rte 21, Ste 140, Gurnee. 847-680-9200. JBSWellness.com.
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Manifesting with Ease or How to Overcome the Stress of the Holidays – 6:30-8:30pm. Join Oksana Gritsenko, certified life and mind coach, to discover how you can have fun and truly enjoy a pleasant time rather than work hard and stress over this holiday season. Free. Please bring an unwrapped new toy for Toys For Tots. Tash Fitness, 8816 N Bronx Ave, Skokie. To register: 847-379-5777. TashFitness.com. Free Shiatsu Intro – 7-9pm. Learn fundamental techniques and philosophies of Zen Shiatsu, and chat with current students and instructors. Free. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Reversing Type II Diabetes – 10:30am. With Dr. Kim Martin, DC, of North Shore Health Solutions, a functional medicine office. North Shore Health Solutions, 1446 Techny Rd, Northbrook. RSVP required: 847-715-9060. NorthShoreHealthSolutions.com.
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Thanksgiving Fellowship Feast – 12-1pm. This is the perfect time to celebrate gratitude for life and for our spiritual community. We would like to honor all those who serve in our community on this day. Luciano Pavarotti once said, “One of the very nicest things about life is the way we must regularly stop whatever it is we are doing and devote our attention to eating.” Free. Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm St, Deerfield. 847-337-3866. AbundantLifeUnity.org.
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MONDAY, DECEMBER 1 Beginning Zen Shiatsu – Dec 1-5. 10am-5pm. Learn how to give a basic 1-hr shiatsu treatment that you can share with friends and family. Course is a stand-alone offering; also the first 30 hrs of our complete shiatsu certification programs. $450 plus books. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2 Malcolm Smith, International Healer – Dec2-4. By appt. 9am-6pm. 30-min private healing sessions for $90. Malcolm is also available for a limited number of remote healings in the evenings. Edgar Cayce Holistic Center and Bookstore in Unity Northwest Church, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. To schedule: 847-299-6535 or AREChicagoCenter@gmail.com. MalcolmSmithHealer.com.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3 Women’s Networking Group – 11:30am-1pm. Buy own lunch. Location varies around Hoffman Estates. Dr.Kristen@TheBalanceDoc.com. HEChamber.com. Hidden Messages of Crystals and Stones – 6:308:30pm. Crystals and gems all have certain powers and each one its own hidden gifts that we can use in our daily lives. Learn how to select the stones to wear and use them with awareness, based on your individual needs. Please bring an unwrapped new toy for Toys For Tots. Tash Fitness, 8816 N Bronx Ave, Skokie. To register: 847-379-5777. TashFitness.com.
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savethedate THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4 Brain Chemistry: Understanding the Physiology Behind Mood & Behavior – 6:30-7:30pm. For those suffering with mild to severe anxiety, depression, ADD, OCD, sleep problems, or anger, this seminar is for you. Dr. Jill Balla Shaw, DC, will explore the physiology behind our mood and behaviors, provide a better understanding of what triggers these issues, and natural ways to improve our brain chemistry. Free. JBS Wellness, 731 S IL Rte 21, Ste 140, Gurnee. 847-680-9200. JBSWellness.com.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7 Reiki Clinic – 3-5pm. Receive a sample Reiki session (20 mins) from multiple practitioners. Experience deep relaxation, decreased stress and anxiety, greater clarity and improved sleep. Each session is individually customized to your needs and accelerates healing on all levels. $10. Reiki Healing Energy, 115 N Marion St, Ste 12, Oak Park. To schedule time slot, Janice: 708738-0438. ReikiHealingEnergy.net/Reiki-Clinic.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 8 Back to the Heart: A Poetic Odyssey Home – 7-8:30pm. By joining with Paul Kachoris, MD, in the reading and discussion of his “poetry of selfexpression,” participants will connect actively to the emotional experiences of their lives: finding the riches that lie within their “light” and most importantly, to recognize and honor the “gifts” within their “shadow,” bringing all into an inner wholeness: a homecoming to the heart. $30. Zero Balancing Wellness Center, 809 Ridge Rd, Ste 200, Wilmette. 847-920-9292. ZBWellness.com.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 A Once in a Lifetime Celebration with Barbara Marx Hubbard – 3-6:30pm. Happy 85th Birthday Barbara! We will enjoy champagne, cake, appetizers and conversation with Barbara. Limited seating. All donations are tax deductible at this fundraiser. $150/adult, $200 with Champagne Toast Photo. Held at a private residence, Burr Ridge. For tickets & more info: 847-6604454 CEChicagoland.org. For more on Barbara Marx Hubbard: Evolve.org.
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ongoingevents Daily All Month $49.99 1-Hr Swedish Massage – Thru Nov. The classic form full-body soft tissue massage, relaxes the body, increases blood circulation and lymph flow, enhances range of motion, eases muscle aches and tension, and ultimately calms the nervous system. 50 minutes. Deep tissue massage is extra $10 charge. Antalee Wellness Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview. 847-486-1130. Antalee.com. $65 Nail & Tongue Check Up – Thru Nov. Finger nails and tongue are two important markers of physical health, and can be a tool for early diagnostic of health problems. Size, color and shape are able to reveal the condition of 5 major organs: liver, heart, spleen, lung and kidney; they also shows malnutrition, anemia, heavy metals and digestive issues. Nails are meridian points of the body, and they reflect long-term problems. Tongue reveals immediate conditions. Antalee Wellness Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview. 847-486-1130. Antalee.com. BG Organic Salon Special – Ladies receive complimentary deep conditioning treatment with any hair service. Men receive a complimentary scalp massage that will rejuvenate hair. Good for normal, dry or oily hair. 6704 N Northwest Hwy, Chicago. 773-763-6322. Earn A Bioregional Herbalism Certificate In 8 Weekends in 2015 From The Resiliency Institute – Linda Conroy, 20-year herbalist and owner of Moonwise Herbs, will teach students how to incorporate herbs into their daily life and develop the skills to use herbs for common ailments and injuries. Plant walks and hands-on projects each weekend. Naperville. Register in 2014 and save: TheResiliencyInstitute.net. Free Haircut with an All-Over Color – Get an all-over color for $85 and receive a free haircut valued at $60. Upstairs Hair Affair, 5901 Dempster St, Ste 203, Morton Grove. 847-737-5315. UpstairsHairAffair.com. Free Invisalign® Consultation – Thru Nov. A BPA- and metal-free alternative to traditional braces. Dr. Alla Aver, DDS. A Center for Dental Healing, 1300 Waukegan Rd, Glenview. To schedule an appt: 847-998-5100. GlenviewSmiles.com. Hamsa Ayurveda & Yoga Center Special – Thru Nov. Customers that book an initial consultation and lifestyle program will receive a free abhyanga medicinal oil massage ($95 value). Customers that book an abhyanga oil massage receive a free steam ($35 value). 3807 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago. For more info: 773-697-3640 or HamsaCenter.com. Kundalini Yoga from Science to Faith – Focus of this weekly group is the use of kundalini yoga, yantra yoga, sound, light, breath, forgiveness and advanced yogic to practices to liberate our flow of energy so that we can flow once again with life. Soma Arts, 5215 N Ravenswood, Ste 307, Chicago. 773-236-7662. SomaArts1.com. Mind, Body Fitness Classes – Pilates, yoga, dance, Aerial Hammock, Reformer and more. $10$35. Pilates Plus, 654 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg. 847-923-1201. More info: PilatesMindBody.com.
Organic Keratin Smoothing Treatment Special – $100 off on an organic keratin smoothing treatment. Upstairs Hair Affair, 5901 Dempster St, Ste 203, Morton Grove. 847-737-5315. UpstairsHairAffair.com. Silent Sitting – 6am-7:30am. The Silent Sitting Practice is of a neutral nature and can be practiced by everyone irrespective of one’s cultural and religious background. We consciously allow ourselves to be without interfering, just wakefully present to ourselves. Free. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Stress Management Free Consultation – Thru Nov. Do you have ADHD, Autism, or other specific learning difficulties? Are you under a lot of emotional stress or pain? Schedule a free consultation with Shelby Kremin, Crossinology® Brain Integration Technique practitioner, to start on your path to feeling your absolute best. HealthSmart, 2565 Shermer Rd, Northbrook. 312-342-3077. Crossinology.com.
Sunday The Mike Nowak Show – 9-11am. Weekly local radio program with topics that run the horticultural and environmental gamut: urban farming, plant and animal biodiversity, cleaning up our rivers, protecting our forest preserves, organic lawn care, recycling, energy audits and more. Mike will make you laugh while he makes you think. On WCPTAM 820, WCPT-FM 92.7 (North), WCPY-FM 92.5 (West), and WCPQ-FM 99.9 (South). Call-in:
773-763-9278. MikeNowak.net.
Feminine Divine Support Group – 10-11:30am. Through study, ritual, we learn the impact of the Divine Feminine and how much her wisdom, healing is needed. Through supporting and sharing our intuitive wisdom, authentic greatness, healing powers, we manifest beauty, harmony. Join our support group honoring the Sacred Feminine; become the Feminine Divine. Women’s Wisdom, The Dance Building, 1330 Webford, Des Plaines. 847-258-7225. Abundant Life Spiritual Center Sunday Service – 10:30-11:40am. An uplifting Sunday celebration service with an inspiring spiritual message that directly applies to your life now. Pop/rock/indie music provided by The Grateful Living. Free. Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm St, Deerfield. 847-337-3866. AbundantLifeUnity.org. Out Chicago Radio Program – 11am-1pm. The only local and live LGBT radio show in the Chicago Metro Area. Out Chicago is an outstanding new show about LGBT life, current events and civil rights hosted by Scott Duff, a Chicago-based actor, comedian, theatre educator and activist. A graduate of Northwestern University, he is a founding member of About Face Theatre. On WCPT-AM 820, WCPT-FM 92.7 (North), WCPY-FM 92.5 (West), and WCPQ-FM 99.9 (South). Call-in: 773-763WCPT. ChicagosProgressiveTalk.com. Noon Meditations – 12pm. Take time to regenerate yourself. Make time for meditation, quiet reflection and an inspirational message of wisdom from Sri Goswami Kriyananda and the Temple swamis. Donation. The Temple of Kriya Yoga, 2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago. 773-342-4600. YogaKriya.org.
Open-Level Hatha Yoga – 12-1:15pm. With Charlotte Hammond. Start your week right with a gift to yourself. Open-level Hatha at a true urban lotus with an experienced teacher. Plenty of parking. Ring buzzer for access. $10, cash only. Urban Lotus Yoga, 2950 W Chicago Ave, Ste 201, Chicago. 312-547-9247. UrbanLotusChicago.com. Transcendental Meditation: What it is, How it works, Why it works – 3:30pm. Also Wed, 7pm. With Dr. Paul & Carol Morehead. Easy to learn and enjoyable to practice. 20 mins twice a day provides deep, rejuvenating rest to mind and body. The Evanston TM Center, 2304 Hartzell St, Evanston. RSVP: 847-563-8437, CMorehead@TM.org. TM.org. Community Yoga Nidra – 3:30-5pm. 3rd Sun. With Savita (Laura Jachim). A guided meditation technique that renews the physical body and releases the mind to unconscious obstacles and energetic blocks. Be Optimal, 1249 Waukegan Rd, Glenview. 847-477-3069. Awakening-Wellness.com. INSIDE’s Sunday Night Music Series – 7-9pm. Do you feel bored and boring on Sunday nights? Come to McHenry and come alive. We have featured artists and improv jams in a salon setting. A great date night. $10 suggested donation. INSIDE, 1241 N Green St, McHenry. 815-575-7997. Inside-Inspire.com.
Monday Gentle Yoga – 10-11am. This is a great way to be introduced to yoga, a relaxing, gentle class. First class free; $12. Keep The Beat Wellness, 333 Skokie Blvd, Ste 106, Northbrook. 847-559-1992. KeepTheBeatWellness.com. Gluten-Free Monday – 10am-7pm. All gluten-free grocery items 10% off all-day long. Free. Earthly Goods Health Foods, 6951 Grand Ave, Gurnee. 847-855-9677.
markyourcalendar Footbath Detox Mondays – 11am-6pm. Sluggishness, fatigue, low energy and poor sleep? A 30-min ionic footbath stimulates cells to release toxins and rebalance the cellular system that is responsible for overall health. The process continues after the toxins are dislodged during treatment, allowing your entire body to function optimally. Save $10. Nutritional Health Solutions, 480 Elm Pl, Ste 108, Highland Park. 847-207-2034. DigestiveHealthSolutions.com. Raw Vegan Nights at Arya Bhavan – 6-9pm. Enjoy generous platters of raw vegan Indian delights (gluten-free options also available). Signature dishes include: raw vegan Indian pizza, seaweed and vegetables rolls, raw ravioli, curried mungbean sprouts, and raw coconut macaroons. $20 + tax. Half-price for kids ages 3-9. Arya Bhavan, 2508 W Devon, Chicago. 773-274-5800. AryaBhavan.com. “Let’s Get Healthy Today” Support Group – 6:308pm. Are you tired of being tired, confused about what to eat, why your body is sick, how to fix it, and why diets have failed for you? You’re not alone. $10 suggested donation. INSIDE, 1241 N Green St, McHenry. 815-575-7997. Inside-Inspire.com.
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Yang Style Tai Chi, Qigong & Standing Meditation – 7:15-8:15pm. Ancient mind-body-spirit disciplines increase the flow of qi (energy) throughout the body, thereby promoting health and wellbeing. $120/10 wks, $15/drop-in. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Beginning Astrology Level 2 – Begins Nov 3. 7:30-9:30pm. 6-wk class. Learn transits, progressions, synastry, composite charts, solar arcs and solar returns from Lin Ewing. Sample charts, student charts and any students wish to investigate are used. Detailed handouts given. $180. Life Force Arts Center, 1609 W Belmont Ave, Chicago. 773-327-7224. Info@LifeForceArts.org. AstrologicalDetails.com.
Tuesday $60 Organic Deep Cleansing Facial – Thru Nov. Tues & Thurs only. Customized facial offers deep exfoliation, hydration, and extractions, using allnatural and organic ingredients. Products are specific to each individual’s skin type from sensitive, dry, or dehydrated. It dramatically increases blood flow to detoxify the skin and increases cellular renewal while healing herbal masques clam and soothe your skin. Antalee Wellness Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview. 847-486-1130. Antalee.com. Qigong Level One – 5:15-6:15pm. Class focuses on the subtle, yet powerful art of qigong: movement with coordinated breathing. And above all, intention in the present moment, on the vital life force that we are. $14/class, $12 each 5 classes, $10 each 10 classes. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. 847-864-1130. Info@ZenShiatsuChicago.org. ZenShiatsuChicago.org. Kid’s Yin Yang Yoga and Tai Chi – 5:30pm With Debra LaMantia and Paulie Zink. For kids 8 & up. A combo class of yin yang yoga and tai chi. $12/ class, $50/package of 5. Stirling Tai Chi Society, 1123 N Ashland Ave, Chicago. 847-337-9124. StirlingTaiChi.com. Ongoing Spiritual Journey – 6-8pm. Included group guided meditation and energy share. $20. Jen Z’s Beauty Services, 2665 Waukegan Ave, lower level, Highland Park. Please RSVP: 847-433-8401. JenZsBeautyServicesInc.com. Shiatsu Student Clinic – 7 or 8pm. At our popular Advanced Student Clinic, clients can receive a 45min session from an advanced Zen Shiatsu student. Sessions are performed in a group setting with instructor observation. Live shakuhachi and singing bowl music is provided by Jia Senghe. $35/45-min or $90/3 treatments. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. Availability limited; for appts: 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org. Community Yoga Nidra – 7-8:30pm. 1st Tues. With Savita (Laura Jachim). A guided meditation technique that renews the physical body and releases the mind to unconscious obstacles and energetic blocks. Inner Balance, 350 Pfingsten, Ste 107, Northbrook. 847-477-3069. Awakening-Wellness.com. Yin/Yang Yoga – 7:30-8:30pm. Promotes flexibility and healing, develops the flow of energy in your body and enlivens your innate ability to move with fluidity, power and grace. Master Paulie Zink style. $12-$17. Chicago Yoga Center, 3047 N Lincoln Ave, Unit 320, Chicago. 773-327-3650.
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Tai Chi Class – 8:15pm. Also Sat, 9am. Reduce stress; increase flexibility and balance; improve muscle strength and definition; increase energy; stamina and agility. Wear flat-soled shoes and loose fitting clothes. $10/class. Whole Health Acupuncture, 50 Turner Ave, Elk Grove Village. 847-357-3929. WholeHealthPrograms.com.
Wednesday Soma Yoga Therapy – With Allison Wilmes. Uses the tools of conscious alignment, modified postures, props and the breath to relieve pain, especially the pain we cause ourselves through unconscious habitual ways of moving our body. Libertyville Massage Therapy Clinic, 128 Newberry Ave, Libertyville. For time & cost info: 847-680-0077. LibertyvilleMassage.com. Morning Yoga Class – 9:30am. Also Sat. With Svetlana Stillman. A great way to start your day. House of Ayurveda, 3330 Dundee Rd, Ste C6, Northbrook. 224-723-5797. Happy Hour Free Acupuncture – 11am-1pm. Initial evaluation and treatment for instant pain relief or any other health concerns. The most natural medical approach in the universe: no drugs, just your body’s ability to heal itself. Free. Deerfield Community Acupuncture, 405 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 211, Deerfield. 847-845-4090. DeerfieldCommunityAcupuncture.com. Community Acupuncture at So Well – 3:30pm, 4:30pm, 5:30pm. Relax, detox, relieve stress, sleep better. What ails you? How can we make you feel So Well? All sessions are 45 min each and done in our tropical cabana ocean side room on antigravity chairs while experiencing this ancient healing modality. $25/1 session; $75/5 sessions. RSVP preferred. So Well, 4819 Main St, Skokie. For more info: 847-676-5571. SolayWellness.com. Total Dancing – 6-7pm. Meditative exercise. Dance is one of the most natural and easy bridges to a state of intensity and receptivity. Being total we feel in joy and in oneness with life. Free. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Become a Hands-On Healer – 7-9pm. Is your every breath alive with possibility? Do you want to inspire peace when you walk into a room? Find your tribe, strengthen your intuition, heal your past. $10 suggested donation. INSIDE, 1241 N Green St, McHenry. 815-575-7997. Inside-Inspire.com.
Thursday Free Class on Himalayan Salt – 2nd Thurs. Why your body needs the 84 minerals. So Well, 4819 Main St, Skokie. RSVP: 847-676-5571. SolayWellness.com. Free 15-Minute Consultation with AcuGraph – 1-7pm. Online schedule every Thursday per appointment only and online schedule only. Bridge to Health Acupuncture Clinic, 4751 W Touhy, Ste 304, Lincolnwood. Info: 847-979-4913. To schedule: AcupunctureInChicago.net. Happy Hour Free Acupuncture – 3-5pm. Initial evaluation and treatment for instant pain relief or any other health concerns. The most natural medical approach in the universe: no drugs, just your body’s ability to heal itself. Free. Deerfield Community Acupuncture, 405 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 211, Deerfield. 847-845-4090. DeerfieldCommunityAcupuncture.com.
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Feldenkrais – 5-6pm. Awareness through Movement is a guided self-exploration using gentle movements; a means to attain a higher degree of freedom in our lives. $100/10-classes pre-paid, $12/ drop-in. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Women Healers Support Group – 6-8pm. When you help others heal, you need people to help you heal. Be understood, be heard, be helped. A Talking Circle-style support group for those of us who care. $10 suggested donation. INSIDE, 1241 N Green St, McHenry. 815-575-7997. Inside-Inspire.com. Meditation Introduction – 6:15-7:15pm. Class is an introduction to playful guided meditative exercises for beginners and time for questions. Free. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. INSIDE’s Open Mike – 7-9pm. Tired of playing in your garage? Need some fantastic inspiration? Open Mike at INSIDE is for all those left of center’s who crave or are an audience. $10 suggested donation. INSIDE, 1241 N Green St, McHenry. 815-575-7997. Inside-Inspire.com.
Friday Emotional Expression Meditation: Navaras – 6-7pm. Mystic Bhashkar Perinchery, initiator of the IMU, has developed meditative exercises, selfinquiring, allowing expression, harmonizing. $70/7wk series, $12/drop-in. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Gluten-Free, Vegan, Raw Pizza Nights at Arya Bhavan – 6-9pm. Buffet-style choices of glutenfree, vegan and raw pizza. From mild to spicy, each with its own twist. No GMO, no MSG. Dine-in, takeout or delivery. $20 + tax (delivery charges are extra). Price includes all-you-can-eat pizza, 1 “Daily Special” drink and 1 gluten-free, nuts-free, soy-free vegan ice cream. Other menu items available at regular listed price. Arya Bhavan, 2508 W Devon, Chicago. 773-274-5800. AryaBhavan.com. Loving Kindness Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Free group guided meditation for peace and relaxation. We have been providing this free community event in Evanston for over 14 years. Drop-ins welcome as no registration is required and all of the supplies are provided. 2153 Ashland Ave, Ste 3, Evanston. 847-866-0505. MSI-Healing.com.
Saturday Mighty House Radio Program – 8-11am. Funny, friendly experts with answers and ideas to help with all of your home improvement projects. Join Ron Cowgill, Robbie Ehrhardt, Rich Cowgill and the Mighty House team each Saturday morning to get help with all your home improvement and repair issues. On WCPT-AM 820, WCPTFM 92.7 (North), WCPY-FM 92.5 (West), and WCPQ-FM 99.9 (South). Call-in: 773-763-WCPT. ChicagosProgressiveTalk.com. MightHouse.net. Tai Chi Class – 9am. See Tuesday listing. Whole Health Acupuncture, 50 Turner Ave, Elk Grove Village. 847-357-3929. WholeHealthPrograms.com.
Core Vinyasa Yoga – 9-10:30am. A deep movement flow using Forrest Yoga alignment principles. $110/10-class pass, $15/drop in. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Indoor Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Year round. Heritage Prairie Farm, 2N308 Brundige Rd, Elburn. 630-443-5989. HeritagePrairieFarm.com. Morning Yoga Class – 9:30am. Also Wed. With Svetlana Stillman. A great way to start your day. House of Ayurveda, 3330 Dundee Rd, Ste C6, Northbrook. 224-723-5797. Yang Style Tai Chi, Qigong & Standing Meditation – 10:45-11:45am. These ancient mind-bodyspirit disciplines increase the flow of qi (energy) throughout the body, thereby promoting health and wellbeing. $120/10 wks, $15/drop-in. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. MMH Meditation Open House (3 locations) – 12-4pm. Looking for truth? Looking to eliminate stress? An introductory class offering instruction in the philosophy and practice of MMH meditation for enhanced health, well-being and spiritual growth. All are welcome. Free. 1275 Shermer Rd, Ste 1, Northbrook, 847-663-9776. 920 N Loomis St, Naperville, 630-237-4166. 401 S LaSalle St, Ste 900, Chicago, 312-222-8989. 888-979-6286. MMHMeditation.org. Free Chats on Kunlun® System – 3pm. Discover more about a powerful and transformative system of practices to awaken one’s potential and connection with the root. Chats are casual allowing for question and answer regarding this system. Free. Pure Juice Café, 24 S Evergreen Ave, Arlington Heights. EvolvingStarSpirit.com. Vet Talk Radio Program – 6-7pm. Program hosted by U.S. Marine Corps Vet Antonio Correa and Fred Newson of the U.S. Navy. Both men have lived the life of a military man, and now they are working to give a voice to the veterans. Gain a new perspective on the issues facing veterans today. On WCPT-AM 820, WCPT-FM 92.7 (North), WCPYFM 92.5 (West), and WCPQ-FM 99.9 (South). ChicagosProgressiveTalk.com. Inspirational Movies – 8pm. Not held 1st Sat. Movies from around the world. Glimpse into other cultures, lifestyles, and diverse perspectives of lives. Free. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago, Rogers Park. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org.
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classifieds AKASHIC CONSULTATION AKASHIC RECORD READING – Open the record of your soul’s journey to find information to support you in your life right now, heal your past and help you into your future. Heal. Grow. Investigate. Find direction. Lin Ewing: 847-609-0034. AstrologicalDetails.com.
ASTROLOGY ASTROLOGY – Understand yourself, your motivations, your feelings. Recognize your talents, strengths, successes. Overcome difficulties and confusion. Astrology can help pull it all together. Relationships. Career. Plan the future. Serious astrology for serious seekers. Private, personal consultations. Lin Ewing: 847-609-0034. AstrologicalDetails.com.
hiring Relationship Management/Sales – Excellent opportunity for flexible part-time work with great rewards. Natural Awakenings Chicago is seeking a self-motivated professional with strong interpersonal and communication skills to introduce businesses to the benefits of advertising to our community in print and online. Ideal candidate must be self-motivated, organized and creative in sourcing suitable clients and events to target. You must enjoy talking on the phone and hosting face-to-face meetings, as well as enjoy working both from your home and from the road, and have previous ad-sales experience. You’ll need at least 15-20 flexible day-time hours per week to prosper. Occasional weekend and evening time required to attend events and network. Pay is generous commission, plus bonuses. Email your name, a brief description of your experience and your phone number to Info@NAChicagoNorth.com.
MISCELLANEOUS DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND – Free 3-day vacation, tax deductible, free towing, all paperwork taken care of. 800-301-8058.
RIVER NORTH WELLNESS FRONT STORE OFFICE – Wednesday/weekends. Three treatments rooms, restroom, waiting area, office, washer/dryer, kitchenette. No acupuncturists or chiropractors. 312-399-4919. SUB-LEASE – We have an opening for a healthcare practitioner in our multi-provider modern wellness office! We’re located in the NW suburbs just off of I-90 & Barrington Rd. Please contact us if we’ve reached you at an opportune time. Email Dr.Kristen@TheBalanceDoc.com and we’ll send you details and photos!
PRODUCTS SAFE STEP WALK-IN TUB – Alert for seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic jets. Less than 4-inch step-in. Wide door. Anti-slip floors. American made. Installation included. Call 800-690-2268 for $750 Off.
real estate Vegetarian/Vegan Realtor IN Western Suburbs – My company’s motto is “The Standard of Excellence.” My goal is to fulfill that standard with every client with whom I work. I would love to hear from you about what your real estate requirements are or to answer any questions you have with regards to residential real estate. Isabel Wolf, Broker, ABR. Charles Rutenberg Realty, 1733 Park St, Ste 150, Naperville, 60563. 630-728-2490. IsabelWolfRealtor.com.
services ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! – Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs! Waterproofing, finishing, structural repairs, humidity and mold control. Free estimates! 800668-8230. EXPERIENCE YOUR HIGHEST POTENTIAL FOR OPTIMAL WELLNESS – With Dr. Weissman’s revolutionary natural healing system, The LifeLine Technique. In-home, Skype, phone. Lisa: 847-373-1733, LisaFrisone@sbcglobal.net.
office space available NAPERVILLE OFFICES – North Naperville, 2 offices for sublease monthly, daily or hourly. 240 sq ft and 156 sq ft. Great parking, windows, new carpet and paint. 630-428-9001.
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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care & green living in our community. acupuncture BRIDGE TO HEALTH ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC
4751 W Touhy, Ste 304, Lincolnwood 60712 847-979-4913 AcupunctureInChicago.net Relieve stress and pain, address addictions and improve overall health with acupuncture. We combine Eastern and Western approaches to pain relief, and offer a unique AcuGraph (Acupuncture Digital Exam) to provide a readout of your acupuncture meridians to identify and classify your energy imbalances and improve treatment results. Insurance accepted.
DEERFIELD COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE
405 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 211 847-845-4090 DeerfieldCommunityAcupuncture.com Quick pain relief, long-lasting results, sliding scale pricing of $20$40/treatment where you pay what you can afford. Offering acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in truly peaceful and healing environment. Open early/late hours, 7 days a week. For more info, testimonials, or to schedule an appointment, call 847-845-4090 or visit DeerfieldCommunityAcupuncture.com.
HEALING SPRING ACUPUNCTURE CENTER
1545 Waukegan, Glenview 60025 847-901-1800 • HSAcupuncture.com
Open the door to healing and balance through acupuncture. Mitzi Labant, Andrea Friedman Ishikawa and Cynthia Funai specialize in pain related problems, infertility, NAET (allergy elimination technique), anxiety, depression and chemo/radiation side-effects. They can successfully treat CFS/ fibromyalgia, immune system problems, insomnia, menopausal issues and other ailments in a relaxed and nurturing environment.
WHOLE HEALTH ACUPUNCTURE 50 E Turner Ave, Elk Grove Village 847-357-3929 WholeHealthPrograms.com
Offering community acupuncture on a sliding scale from $15-$40. Acupuncture is most affective when done consistently and for a full course of treatment. This brings faster relief, so you can get back to work and the things that you enjoy. Pricing lets you afford to have acupuncture simply because it feels good.
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architecture & design LENORE WEISS, AIA, LEED-AP
Lenore Weiss Studios, LLC 847-291-8285 LenoreWeissStudios.com Lenore Weiss Studios, LLC, offers high-quality residential and commercial architectural and interior design. It provides “environmental awareness” on every level; from a broader ecological scope of sustainable and healthy building solutions, to the careful attention to detail that successfully shapes clients’ own supportive personal surroundings. For more information, please visit LenoreWeissStudios.com.
Zero Balancing Wellness Center
Mary H. Murphy, LMT, CZB, CST-D 809 Ridge Rd, Ste 200, Wilmette 60091 847-920-9292 • ZBWellness.com Zero Balancing (ZB) works with the flow of chi through the skeletal system. Gentle, and energizing, a ZB session leaves the client with a wonderful feeling of body-mind integration and energized relaxation. ZB can help relieve body pain, emotional distress and boost well-being. Received clothed, ZB addresses the whole person.
brain health Marny Turvill, MD
beauty & wellness Jen Z’s Beauty Services 2665 Waukegan Ave, LL, Highland Park 60035 847-433-8401 JenZsBeautyServicesInc.com
Beauty for the mind, body and soul. Services include: facials, waxing, makeup, spray tan, massage, all nail services. Jen Z’s specializes in some of the world’s most advanced neutraceuticals and weight management products and services. For your full-body wellness, we also offer Reiki, wellness consults, readings and guided meditation.
bodywork Roth Structural Integration
Diane Roth, BCSI Highland Park, 60035 847-831-3213 • RothSI.com Structural Integration (SI) realigns, rebalances and re-educates the body through manual therapy and movement education. Chronic pain, bad posture, tired and achy bodies are signs that the body is out of balance. SI benefits include decreased pain, injury rehabilitation, improved posture, ease in movement, and increased flexibility and stamina.
ZEN SHIATSU CHICAGO
825 Chicago Ave, Evanston 60202 847-864-1130 ZenShiatsuChicago.org You’ll feel the stress melt away like the snow in spring through our relaxation-focused shiatsu massage practice, which offers the same energizing benefits as acupuncture combined with the restorative power of yoga poses. Dress in cozy threads, shiatsu is performed on fully clothed clients. Professional and student therapists available. See ad on back cover.
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Evanston 60201 847-864-9098 DrMarny@gmail.com
Has your life been taken over by PTSD, a concussion or other TBI, chemical sensitivities, anxiety, or a child with learning or behavior problems? If you are ready to take back control and thrive, contact Dr. Marny now! You can feel better, think better and behave better without medications!
children’s health Kidz N Moms Natural Health Care
Samana Jasper, PT, RYT, CBP Evanston 60202 312-256-5662 KidzNMoms.com Help your child through the practice of yoga. Yoga focuses the mind and calms the nervous system. Through yoga children regain balance. Samana Jasper is a licensed physical therapist and certified yoga instructor. Individual yoga sessions are done in Evanston studio or your home. Call for a free phone consultation.
coaching & counseling CENTERED COACHING
Dr. Robbie Maller Hartman, PhD, PCC 847-831-5660 CenteredCoaching.com Professional certified life coach and licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience in health and wellness. Specializing in emotional eating issues, non-dieting weight loss, healthy lifestyle coaching, mindfulness meditation training, and stress management. Mentored by bestselling author Geneen Roth, as seen on Oprah. Call for a complimentary phone consultation.
LIVING IN HARMONY
Sheree Nathanson, ACC, CSC 847-274-8696 LivingInHarmonyNow.com Fill your life with joy and harmony using techniques and support from a certified life coach. Sheree is passionate about helping you to succeed, and provides direction and feedback for your ongoing success, as well as tips in conscious living from her world-class mentors. Call for free phone consultation.
colon hydrotherapy
essential oils
healthy relationships
YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS
ALLEGRA MAGRISSO, LCSW
Karen Duewel 847-772-0212 YoungLiving.org/KarenDuewel
Make this holiday season special with unforgettable gifts infused with purpose and warmth. Young Living products include essential oils, diffusers & burners, plus natural and delicious specialty treats, natural skincare, home spa products, stocking stuffers and more. Call today and I’ll help you find that perfect gift for every personality. See ad on page 21.
NORTHSHORE COLONICS
Lori Hirshman, I-ACT certified 1535 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 113 (behind Northbrook Court), Northbrook 60062 Add’l location: Colonics in Grayslake, 408 Center St 773-551-5083 • NorthShoreColonics.com You don’t need to suffer any more! We offer a relaxing and private environment where discretion and absolute cleanliness is never taken for granted! Our I-ACT certified practitioners have more than 12 years experience in Colon Hydrotherapy, Guided Programs, Life/Nutritional Coaching, all to help you make better choices for yourself.
compounding pharmacy SAVE-RITE PHARMACY & COMPOUNDING
Jim Kolar, Rph 3479 N Broadway, Chicago 60657 773-525-0766 SaveRitePharmacy.com Save-Rite is your locally owned compounding specialist in Lakeview. Besides dispensing traditional medication, we work closely with your doctor to customize medications for pediatric care, sports medicine, pain management, veterinary needs and a wide range of hormone replacement therapies (BHRT). We also offer a variety of medical equipment and daily living supplies so that you’ll always enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Free delivery to Lakeview and surrounding areas. See ad on page 25.
digestive health specialist NUTRITIONAL HEALTH SOLUTIONS
Reneé S. Barasch, LDHS 480 Elm Place, Ste 108, Highland Park 60035 847-207-2034 • DigestiveHealthSolutions.com Digestive problems? Acid Reflux/ GERD, IBS, Crohn’s, colitis? Let us help you naturally achieve nutritional balance, feel better and enhance the quality of your life. Improve digestion while reducing discomfort and bloating so you can eat the foods you love again. Certified digestive health specialist/enzyme therapist. See ads on pages 9 & 19.
feng shui
2500 Ridge Ave, Ste 305, Evanston 60201 847-866-6515 AllegraMagrisso.com
The path to a more satisfying relationship begins with awareness that change is necessary for growth. Allegra brings 22 years of a mindfulness-based therapeutic practice supporting clients resolve relationship impasses and cultivate healing interactions. She works with couples, parents and children, intergenerational units and coworkers engage in honest communication.
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Laurie Pawli, Certified Feng Shui Consultant The Feng Shui School of Chicago LauriePawli@gmail.com CreateTheFeeling.com TheFengShuiSchoolOfChicago.com
Learn Feng Shui at the Feng Shui School of Chicago, a Gold Level School recognized by the International Feng Shui Guild. As a student of Professor Lin Yun, Laurie Pawli teaches BTB/Front Door Feng Shui including “Feng Shui in A Day” classes and comprehensive Certified Feng Shui Consultant Training.
green/healthy foods & restaurants ARYA BHAVAN
2508 W Devon, Chicago 60659 773-274-5800 AryaBhavan.com Facebook.com/AryaBhavanChicago
DR. ALLA AVER, DDS
1300 Waukegan Rd, Glenview 60025 847-998-5100 • GlenviewSmiles.com Stay healthy with a whole-body, preventative care approach. We use non-fluoridated ozonated water, periodontal herbal treatments, and gluten-free herbal paste. Restorative options include: safe amalgam removal, BPA-free fillings and sealants, non-metal crowns and bridges, sleep apnea and TMJ appliances, and non-acrylic night guards, partials and dentures. Our conservative approach includes: digital X-rays and intraoral camera, nonsurgical gum therapies including laser and ozone, and herbal irrigation. Material reactivity testing, saliva pH and microscopic plaque analysis are available. Our natural approach includes dental homeopathy, craniosacral therapy, and nutritional counseling. Dental discount plan available and PPO insurance plans accepted. See ad on page 15.
K. BOEHM, DDS, & Associates
Arya Bhavan offers a menu of authentic vegan, raw, gluten-free and organic Indian dishes, prepared with healthy ingredients, no GMO or MSG, and a careful mix of Ayurvedic Indian spices with nutritional properties that benefit both mind and body. We help you “Eat Well, Feel Well, Think Well, Heal Well!” See ad on page 35.
healing arts MARIAN MCNAIR
Cellular Harmonies Sound & Vibrational Healing 847-234-0193 CellularHarmonies.com Experience how the soothing, peaceful tones of Marian’s voice and beautiful crystal bowls infuse vibrational healing of your body, mind, spirit. Contact Marian now for private and group sessions: wellness ceremonies, celebrations and Goddess Gatherings. It’s an extraordinary opportunity to recapture your sense of well-being in a loving, nurturing atmosphere.
1585 N Barrington Rd, Ste 106, Hoffman Estates 60069 847-884-1220 1440 Maple Ave, Ste 2A Lisle 60532 630-810-1280 KBoehmDDS.com State-of-the-art holistic methods of dental care in a relaxed environment. Having extensive knowledge of the correlation between oral and overall health, Dr Boehm offers bio-friendly materials compatible with your body. Services include mercury-free fillings and crowns or bridges, safe mercury removal, fluoride-free office, electrodermal screening, homeopathy, cranial osteopathy, orthodontics and jaw orthopedics, laser treatment of gum disease and ozone therapy.
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Dr. Yvette Collins
122 S. Michigan Ave, Ste 1212, Chicago Across from the Art Institute 312-335-1441 TheAbsoluteSmile.com Dr. Collins encompasses a holistic philosophy incorporating innovative approaches to patient care. Specializing in Oxygen/Ozone therapy that can enhance dental treatments, reduce toxicity and eliminate gum infection. Services include: non-invasive periodontal therapy, removal of metal fillings, nonmetal restorations, digital X-rays, Bio-Compatibility materials testing and lymph gland relaxation treatments.
HEALTHFUL ALTERNATIVES, P.C. Dr. Marianne W. Schaefer 4801 W Peterson Ave, Chicago 60646 773-777-8300 The-Toothfairy.com
Your full concentration and participation will achieve the best dental care. Our patients feel their participation adds to their knowledge and reduces their stress. Years of experience have taught us that comfort comes first, and it will change the way you think about dentists. Visit Chicago’s most interactive dental website. See ad on page 25.
KATHLEEN MINAGHAN, DDS
1133 Westgate St, Oak Park 60301 708-848-4488 A Conscious Choice for Dental Health. Applying her extensive training and research in Holistic Dentistry and giving the best and safest treatments to our patients. Mercury-safe removal and mercury-free fillings. Bio-compatible testing. Safe alternatives to fluoride treatments and bisphenol A-free sealants. No metal crowns and partials. $100 gift for new patients.
MIDWEST INTEGRATIVE DENTISTRY 11952 Oak Creek Pkwy, Huntley 60142 847-659-8500 • MidwestDentistry.com
Dr. Sukel is a holistic general dentist, cosmetically restoring teeth without mercury or fluoride. Our digital X-rays and CT cone beam provide 3-D views for detailed diagnosis of root canals, laser gum treatment, missing teeth, implants and dentures. Sleep appliances and TMJ treatments for head and neck pain are also available.
TAF G. PAULSON, D.D.S., P.C. 233 E Erie St, Ste 816, Chicago 60611 312-944-7444 ChicagoHolisticDentistry.com
We offer gentle holistic dentistry that supports vibrant well-being in a caring and peaceful environment. Our Conscious Care includes mercury-free fillings; non-surgical periodontal therapy; digital X-rays; safe, biocompatible materials; bacterial analysis using a microscope; dental homeopathy and nutritional counseling. We guide you to dental wellness thorough education. Free indoor parking. See ad on page 13.
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Dr. Andie T. Pearson
Gaiamed Dental 929 Ridge Rd, Wilmette 847-977-1655 HolisticDentalChicago.com Holistic dentistry involves an awareness of care that relates to the entire person. Gaiamed is a full-service practice using the most biocompatible dental options. Our services range from nonsurgical gum care to mercury-and-PBA-free restorations, crowns, bridges, partial and full dentures, children's dentistry, braces, implants, dental homeopathy, and craniosacral therapy. See ad on page 5.
Dr. Jerry P. Gore, MD
Center for Holistic Medicine 240 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods/Deerfield 60015 847-236-1101 Holistic-Medicine.com Dr. Gore is director, supervisor and staff physician. He obtained his MD from the University of Illinois School of Medicine and his post-graduate work at Northwestern Institute of Psychiatry. He has over 30 years of experience blending nutrition, supplements, homeopathy, psychotherapy and collaborating with other practitioners at the center to offer a truly holistic medicine practice. See ad on page 29.
WRIGLEYVILLE DENTAL
Dr. Bernice Teplitsky, D.D.S., P.C. 773-975-6666 WrigleyvilleDental.com Helping you reduce the risk of diseases such as diabetes and heart disease by using state-of-the-art technology, biocompatible, custom materials, practicing mercury-safe dentistry, and treating you like a partner in health.
holistic health practitioner Awakening Wellness Holistic Services
Laura (Savita) Jachim, CMT, CYT, CHT, Amrit Yoga/Yoga Nidra Facilitator 847-477-3069 • North Shore locations Awakening-Wellness.com Reshape your life, rebuild health, renew your attitude. Savita customizes session(s) to meet your personal intention and needs; utilizing holistic lifestyle coaching, therapeutic massage, energy work and yogic technologies to combat the negative effects of stress, to restore balance in body and mind and to awaken vitality from within.
Cyndi Dodick, HHP Pure Health Center 474 Central Ave, LL2, Highland Park 60035 847-433-7744 PureHealthCenter.us
Cyndi Dodick, owner of Pure Health Center, is dedicated to offering alternative options that integrate modern science and ancient healing traditions. The integrated application of these wellness approaches along with the use of excipient-free, pure, highest quality products accelerates healing and promotes optimal health. Call today for a healthier, more vibrant you tomorrow.
FEEL GOOD AGAIN HEALTH Amy Andrews 847-361-6238 FeelGoodAgainHealth.com
Amy is a health detective and hormone whisperer who uses evidencebased lab work to help people who suffer from overweight, fatigue, depression, hormonal and digestive issues. If your tests are “normal” but you don’t feel right, you can uncover the hidden causes, rebuild health and feel good again. See ad on page 9.
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Lilian Holm WeLLNESS
Lilian Holm, PT, CWT, CMS, CHC, CEAS 2733 Central St, Ste 1, Evanston 60201 847-208-8063 • LilianHolm.com Bring your body and mind back into balance through personalized manual physical therapy and health & wellness coaching, and experience your highest level of health! Physical therapy helps the body’s structure function optimally, and health and wellness coaching empowers you to make beneficial choices about all aspects of your lifestyle.
SHELBY KREMIN (HealthSmart)
Crossinology Brain Integration Technique Practitioner 2565 Shermer Rd, Northbrook 60062 312-342-3077 • Crossinology.com Do you have ADHD, autism, or other specific learning difficulties? Are you under emotional stress or pain? Schedule a free consultation today to start on your path to feeling your absolute best. Shelby is trained in Crossinology® Brain Integration Technique, a revolutionary form of energy work which is drug-free, non-invasive, and a restorative approach to healing.
STEPHANIE TORBA
312-399-6040 Stephanie@StephanieTorba.com StephanieTorba.com • SeasonsCream.com Holistic nutritional therapist, licensed personal trainer and life coach. Solutions for weight loss, cardiovascular and digestive issues, sensitivities, disease prevention and management, muscular and bone health, sleep and hormone issues, individualized diets: vegetarian/ vegan and sports nutrition. Menu planning, cooking lessons and grocery store tours. Also works with children.
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holistic medicine Dr. Kristen Bobik, DC 2500 W Higgins, Ste 420, Hoffman Estates 847-310-0303 The BalanceDoc.com
Our wellness clinic averages only a 5-minute wait time before you’re getting natural, safe, and effective treatment with the Doctor. Dr. Kristen specializes in acupuncture, low-force chiropractic care and food intolerance testing, and uses unique diagnostic tests to uncover the real cause of your health concern. Located at the corner of Higgins and Barrington roads. See ad on page 21.
DR. EUNICE DEANE
6137 N Elston Ave, Chicago 60646 773-631-5001 DrEuniceDeane.com Dr. Deane is a premier holistic chiropractic physician who offers total body solutions to chronic health and pain challenges. She treats all three sides of the triangle of health—structure, chemical and emotions—to resolve problems at the root cause. If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, and want to flip the switch from pain and chronic illness, Dr. Deane can help. Call for appointment. See ad on page 11.
Mind Body Healing Center
integrative medicine
77 W Washington, Ste 1704 Chicago 60602 312-285-5287 MindBodyHealingChicago.com We treat both the emotional and physical aspects of your health and specialize in depression, anxiety, digestive disorders and pain management. We provide diagnostic testing such as Biomeridian screening and apply natural interventions such as psychotherapy, chiropractic, acupuncture, physical therapy, nutrition, massage and energy work. Insurance accepted. Available evening and weekends.
holistic medicineayurveda
Dr. LeRoy has 20 years of experience in collaborating with his patients to determine why they are not well. He specializes in investigative work that includes a detailed discussion, examination and laboratory testing, then creates an integrative treatment plan that often includes diet and nutrition changes, acupuncture, chiropractic and other lifestyle modifications. Dr. LeRoy is best known for breast thermography, HPV treatment and GI problems. See ad on page 27.
DR. KIM MARTIN D.C., F.A.S.A., BCIM North Shore Health Solutions LTD 1446 Techny Rd, Northbrook 60062 847-715-9060 NorthShoreHealthSolutions.com
Dr. Kim Martin, DC, FASA, BCIM, CFMP, is a certified gluten-free practitioner in Northbrook. She specializes in “Solving the Mystery of Your Chronic Condition” using Functional Medicine, blood work, stool samples and saliva. Free November workshops on Reversing Type 2 Diabetes Nov 7 and 21, 10:30am. Call 847-715-9060 for more details. See ad on page 17.
Three locations: Lincoln Park, Roselle, McHenry 773-248-6200 SelfHealthMD.com SelfHealthMD is your resource for comprehensive integrative, preventive and restorative medical services. Taking a mind, body and spirit approach to your health, we teach you selfhealth strategies and techniques you can use for optimal health. Services include: comprehensive evaluations, natural medicine treatments, BHRT, nutritional counseling, IV therapy. New patients receive a copy of Balancing Act: A Mind-Body-Spirit Approach to Optimal Health by Dr. De La Cruz.
LAKEVIEW INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE
Monica Yearwood
Silvia Panitch, MD, Medical Director 3344 N Ashland Ave, Chicago 60657 773-525-6595 LakeviewIntegrativeMedicine.com
3807 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago 60618 773-697-3640 Info@HamsaCenter.com Monica Yearwood is an ayurvedic practitioner who empowers her clients with experiential practices. Her focus is digestive health, detoxification and lifestyle. Monica’s programs integrate diet, herbology and practices that cultivate awareness such as meditation and yoga. She runs programs out of her ayurvedic center, Hamsa Ayurveda & Yoga, in Chicago.
DR. NICK LeROY, DC, MS
IL Center for Progressive Medicine 1002 W Lake St, Chicago 60607 312-243-3338 • DrNick.net
MARCO DE LA CRUZ, MD
holistic psychotherapist Sarah Wynn, LCSW
Balance your spiritual, emotional, psychological and physical well-being, and get the tools to heal. We integrate Western medicine methods of functional and internal medicine with modalities including acupuncture, biofeedback, chiropractic, nutrition, enzymes, amino acids, bio-identical hormones, homeopathy and neurotransmitters. Specializing in women’s health, weight control, pain management, gastrointestinal issues, adrenal fatigue and food allergies.
DR. CHERYL SCHWARTZ, DO
Michigan Ave, Chicago 773-580-7282 SarahWynnLCSW.com
Why are you still putting off seeing a therapist? Whether you’re struggling with relationship problems, depression, anxiety, anger, impatience or apathy; if you’re recovering from addiction and your 12 Step Program just isn’t enough, or if you just want to sit down with someone to see if your thinking is reasonable, you don’t need to put it off anymore.
Center for Holistic Medicine 240 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods/Deerfield 60015 847-236-1701 Holistic-Medicine.com
I specialize in Internal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. My goal is to help people in good health maintain their well-being, while assisting those with health problems to feel better and move to a more positive path. I manage general internal medicine issues as well as treat appropriate patients with Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, a hands-on method of healing. See ad on page 29.
independent media WCPT, CHICAGO’S PROGRESSIVE TALK
820 AM Streaming live: ChicagosProgressiveTalk.com Chicago’s Progressive Talk is a whole lot more than just a radio station. It is a community of several hundred thousand people who are sustainably inclined, environmentally responsible, community conscious and socially engaged. Monday through Friday the program lineup features national show hosts who broadcast from various cities across America. From the very political, to the very serious, to almostover-the-line edgy, they talk about what matters to you. On the weekends, specialty shows cover home improvement, gardening, Chicago politics, and much more. Listen on the radio or tune in online at ChicagosProgressiveTalk.com. See ad on page 63.
VIBRANT HEALTH
Dr. Fatima Vilich, MD 2700 Patriot Blvd, Ste 250, Glenview 60026 847-919-8651 DrFatima@Vibrant-Health.info Vibrant-Health.info Finally get relief for chronic illness, pain and suffering, and stop getting treated just for your symptoms. One of only 200 doctors certified by the Institute for Functional Medicine, Dr. Vilich finds the root cause of disease and starts the healing process—relieving pain, decreasing inflammation, stabilizing hormones, improving energy and much more. See ad on page 16.
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integrative psychotherapy
intuitive consultation MICHELE HEATHER
847-509-8289 MicheleHeather1@yahoo.com MicheleHeather1.com
SUSAN ATCHISON, LCPC
A Healing Soul, Ltd. NW Suburbs; 847-370-5181 FreeYourself2BeYourself.org For gentle yet powerful change, experience a rich resource of breathwork, energy work, hypnotherapy, Craniosacral Reiki, somatic expression, dream work, Past Life, Soul Retrieval, and compassionate reflections to heal your body, mind, subconscious, energy and spiritual selves. Many people say that they feel lighter and more whole. Call today for your appointment.
BODY BASED PSYCHOTHERAPY
Do you feel stuck? Mentally blocked or can’t make a decision? Michele helps you identify and release issues keeping you from full expression of your Essences. Surround yourself by the love of your Guides to release issues for an awesome, humbling and life-transforming experience. Michele is also psychic and a Reiki Master Teacher.
lifelong learning & personal growth
Ellen Goode, CADC, CBT, ICST, CMT City & Suburbs • 312-504-4106 BodyBasedPsychotherapy.net
COMMON GROUND
Want more from life? If you tried some other therapy or self help before and felt some deeper conflict was unseen or unresolved, it probably was. Mind/Body Therapy goes deeper and broader than other approaches. Helping clients with addictions, relational problems, abuse, personal and spiritual growth, etc. since 1988. Free Initial Consultation.
ELLEN KATZ, MS, LMFT
Clinical Director, Inner Balance Northbrook, Chicago, Palm Springs 847-224-0244 InnerBalanceNow.com Ellen’s 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist integrates a conscious approach to healing old patterns through a mix of trauma and mindfulness-based psychotherapies, HMR, Lifeline, The Work (Byron Katie), energy medicine and somatic awareness. Join Meetup.com “Inner Balance Meditation” for updates on her events, and visit her at EllenKatz.net.
Christina Samycia, PsyD 77 W Washington, Ste 1704, Chicago 60602 312-285-5287 MindBodyHealingChicago.com
Dr. Christina seeks to inspire individuals to discover their authentic selves and lead a more meaningful life. She works with individuals who are interested in personal and spiritual growth and utilizes existential, psychodynamic, spiritual, cognitive-behavioral and mindbody interventions such as neuro-emotional technique (NET) and hypnosis. She is also the author of Discovering Inner Peace.
815 Rosemary Ter, Deerfield, 60015 847-940-9870 • CG.org CG is a center for study and dialogue about human understanding. Our original focus – the world’s great religious, spiritual, and cultural traditions – is still the heart of CG; but today our topics include history, politics, art, science, psychology, etc. At the core is the certainty that human culture constantly evolves. See ad on page 23.
INFINITY FOUNDATION
1282 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park 60035 847-831-8828 • InfinityFoundation.org Offering more than 200 Courses for Life in personal, professional and spiritual growth and development. Daylong workshops with bestselling authors, Sandy Taylor & Sharon Klingler, Unlimited Power, Spirit and Success on November 15; Extended Gong Bath with Richard Rudis on November 10. CEUs available. Reasonable practitioner and classroom rental. Call or email for a free course guide.
INSIDE HOLISTIC ART CENTER
1241 N Green St, McHenry Inside-Inspire.com & InspireMassage.com Facebook.com/insideinspire Need something to do near McHenry? Feel like a leaf without a tree? We’re your fun, peaceful, happy place just around the corner. Get a shiatsu massage, hear original musicians, find your tribe, tap into your inner healer. Plus, reasonable practitioner and classroom/event rental. It’s a whole new world INSIDE. See ad on page 19.
Nature, like man, sometimes weeps from gladness. ~Benjamin Disraeli
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massage therapy WOMEN’S MASSAGE THERAPY OF EVANSTON 636 Church St, Ste 505, Evanston 60201 312-607-3194 MassageAndDoula.com
Women’s Massage Therapy is a small, private practice that focuses entirely on women’s health and well-being. Many services are geared toward new moms, but all women are welcome for massage and Reiki sessions. Also offer birth doula services, placenta services, and infant massage classes for new parents.
naturopathic consultation DR. ALLA ARUTCHEVA, MD, PhD, ND
Associate Professor, Rush University Med. School Antalee Wellness 1836 Glenview Rd, 2nd Fl, Glenview 60025 • 847-486-1130
When your body is in an imbalanced state your health is compromised. Dr. Alla Arutcheva’s Full Body Check Up is a non-invasive, highly reliable test that can provide you with a snapshot of your current state of health. She can also identify which supplements your body needs for optimal healing benefits. See ad on page 14.
naturopathic doctors WORLD TREE NATURAL MEDICINE
Wm. Thor Conner, ND, LMT Kristina Conner, ND MSOM 17W703-f Butterfield Rd, Oakbrook Terrace 60181 630-407-4379 TheHealingPowerOfNature.com
Naturopathic medicine uses a wide range of therapeutic modalities to address nearly any medical concern with the least invasive treatment. With roots in traditional wisdom and branches in modern science, we use a whole person focus featuring botanical, nutritional, homeopathic, physical and Chinese medical approaches which are highly effective and will often find answers that others miss. Call for a 15-minute consult to see how we can help you.
nutrition Eating with Ease
Charlotte Hammond, MS, RD, LDN, RYT 150 N Michigan, Ste 800, Chicago, 60601 312-547-9247, EatingWithEase.com Registered and Licensed Dietitian providing integrative nutritional counseling and Medical Nutrition Therapy for weight management, diabetes, cancer, heart disease, kidney disease, osteoporosis, special needs, bowel disorders, vegan/vegetarian diets, dietary transition, mindful eating, detoxification, safe supplementation and more. Also available for grocery store tours, cupboard clean-out, menu management and seminars.
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organic mattresses & bedding NORTH SHORE BEDDING 984 Willow Rd, Ste H, Northbrook 60062 847-291-6770 NorthShoreBedding.com
We offer a safe and cost-effective alternative to conventional mattresses, in a low-pressure, relaxing sales environment. Full selection of all-natural and organic latex mattresses, pillows and accessories, including Natura, Savvy Rest, Suite Sleep and Sleeptek, plus USA-made Simmons Beautyrest. Locally owned and operated since 1983. See ad on page 41.
reiki Janice Lodato, MA, RMT
Reiki Master of Masters 115 N Marion St, Ste 12 Oak Park 60301 ReikiHealingEnergy.net Reiki helps you to heal faster, sleep better, and live more calmly. I offer Reiki sessions and classes (1, 2, & Master) to bring balance to your being and help you live your best life. Call or email to schedule a session or class, 708-738-0438, ReikiHealingEnergy.net@gmail.com. Approved Provider, NCBTMB #451704-11.
self awakening organic spa Solay Wellness / So WELL 4819 Main, Skokie 847-676-5571 SolayWellness.com
So Well is your unique destination for wellness in Skokie. Enjoy our Salt Relaxation Room, $15/session; Infrared Salt Sauna, $15/session or Heated Massage Beds, $15/session. While you’re here, discover over 300+ artisan crafted, organic and fair trade Salt crystal lamps, bath & beauty, healthy gourmet, natural home products and more to continue your wellness journey. To learn more, or order securely, call or visit website.
JEN HEINE
KUNLUN® System Apprentice EvolvingStarSpirit@gmail.com EvolvingStarSpirit.com Connect with the Divine within for self-awakening, self-healing, selfknowing. Free casual Chats available to learn more about this ancient system of bliss, laughter, deep reflection, healing, emotional release and clarity. Class $50 shares Nei Gung methods of Inner Alchemy.
solar - residential and commercial Solar Service
personal growth & development The Body/Mind/SOUL Connection Marilyn Kortendick, S/D - EFEL Barrington, 847-858-6440 TheBodyMindSoulConnection.com
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Re-discover your true self. Work with horses in the EFEL program. Horses mirror our emotions. Learn how to use these emotions as information to help you navigate your world more clearly. The Spiritual Direction program will guide you to a deeper connection with Source by going within and listening to your inner wisdom/ intuition.
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Full-service bookstore, Cayce remedies, spiritual growth study groups, monthly programs, workshops and holistic fairs, intuitive skills development training, knowledgeable seekers, intuitives, healers and more. Call for hours. See ad on page 6.
spiritual boutique INTUITIVE RESOURCES 650 Meacham, Elk Grove 60007 847-508-5322
Intuitive Resources is a spiritual boutique conveniently located in the northwest suburbs. Our large selection of services includes Reiki, chakra therapy (cleansing and balancing), Tarot card and intuitive readings, past life regression, etc. Our shop offers a large variety of spiritual gifts to choose from: candles, crystals, books, jewelry, sage/incense and much more. Open Monday through Friday from 11am-8pm, Saturday and Sunday from 10am-6pm. See ad on page 3.
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whole body wellness LORI STREATOR LCPC, CPT, FNS LoriStreator@gmail.com BreakthroughMindAndBody.com
Improve your emotional, physical and nutritional health. Specializing in Whole Body Wellness, Lori can help you live the happy, healthy life you deserve. Licensed clinical professional counselor, certified personal trainer and nutrition specialist. For questions and to schedule a free consultation, email Lori at LoriStreatorWellness@yahoo. com. Services rendered online via phone/Skype.
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Looking for a safe, inspiring, non-judgmental environment to help you attain a better quality of life? At Tash Fitness “We Get It.” We fight the cravings every day and work on the physical, emotional and psychological aspects of our lifestyle changes, one change at a time. Grand Opening on Nov 11, 5-8pm. See ad on page 15.
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