SANDRA MARINELLA

Sandra Marinella on the Healing Power of Writing Our Stories

by Sandra Yeyati

An award-wining replayed in the ning teacher emotional centers, and author of or right side, of your The Story You Need to brain, and you don’t Tell: Writing to Heal from have much control Trauma, Illness, or Loss, over it. To get unSandra Marinella has stuck, you need to empowered thousands of voice this story and people to use stories, pocomplete it. Writing ems and journal writing it down and sifting to find greater well-being through it later can and resilience in their help. Once you do lives. Prompted by a this, you can be logbreast cancer diagnosis ical and choose how and her own journal, you’re going to intershe helps people connect with their truth pret, frame and live with it. and move beyond entrenched negative In the book, I talk about Chris, whose emotions and thoughts. sister was homeless and died. He was struggling with that story. It was going around What is the power of story in his mind, over and over, all the time. He and personal writing? was in pain and grieving from the loss of We all have stories in our minds that his sister. It took him a while before he deplay over and over again. They define cided to rewrite the story as fiction, telling who we are. In recent years, neurosciit in the way he wished it had come out. In ence has led us to this powerful underthe process, he was able to better understanding that we are quite flexible as hustand his loss, make peace with it and set man beings. After we become conscious it free. of our stories and how we’re using them in our lives, we can rework and reframe How do we edit our them, and choose to see them in a posstories while remaining itive or better light. We can change and grounded in reality? grow our stories to become better people We do not want to lie to ourselves. We want with greater well-being. to know our truth, but there is so much How do we get unstuck wisdom in what we call “positive illusions”. If we can choose to take a hard story and from playing out stories see it in a very positive way, we can find in our minds? threads of it that we can weave through our A story that keeps looping, one that truth, and let that help us grow and make you are obsessed with, is generally beour vision of our story better.

If we don’t tell others or write our stories, can they harm us?

Yes. I think they can, but I don’t want to underestimate the value of silence. When we are facing trauma, we need space and time and silence to be able to wrap our heads around the hard things that are happening to us. But then, breaking the silence is cathartic. It releases the pain. It helps us establish not only that we have the pain, but how we can bear it. Later, we can come back to those words and reflect on them—that’s when we come to understand more about where we are, what we think, what we feel and how we can move forward and rewrite and regrow our stories in positive ways.

Do you have any recommendations for those suffering in these trying times?

I’ve interviewed many war veterans, and they said that when they were out in the midst of warfare, they had to put their thoughts and emotions on hold so that they could move forward and be strong. That’s why many of them were falling apart with PTSD afterwards. I also interviewed a few soldiers who carried journals into war and found it extremely helpful to be able to scream, yell and release their words into them. We should be giving all healthcare workers journals and online support on how to write and how to take care of themselves. Counseling and therapy are wonderful, and I wish we could provide it to everybody all the time, but we can’t; andjournal writing, or any kind of therapeutic writing, is such a wonderful backup for a human being to have when they are struggling. Keeping a pandemic journal might prove to be not only a healthy choice for our times, but a treasure historically for our grandchildren.

Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a freelance writer. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Relax and Focus with Self-Hypnosis – 6-8pm. Learn hypnosis, the history, background, and popular applications and misconceptions. Practice self-hypnosis techniques. Find the power to change you. A 2-session online class. Course HEC 4430. $39. Washtenaw Community College, 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor. 734-677-5060. wccnet.edu/community-enrichment.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Stewardship Workday: Argo Nature Area– 9am12pm. Help remove invasive shrubs from the park and catch some autumn views of the Huron River. Must wear a mask and maintain a 6-ft distance from others at all times. Tools, snacks and know-how provided. Free. Location given after registration. Pre-registration required: Tinyurl.com/yyj3bfr4. Art & Activism: Creative Campaign Poster Making – 2-3pm. Student Program Assistant Emily Considine will walk you through some examples of campaign graphics and poster styles. Then Michigan-based artist Shayla Johnson will show you how to create a unique poster (or tote bag) featuring your own personal slogan. Via Zoom. Registration required by Sept 6: UMMA.UMich.edu.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Virtual Monarch Migration Festival – 1-2pm. Help contribute to the conservation efforts put in place to MARK YOUR CALENDAR FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

protect these incredible butterflies locally and nationally. Those who register will have the opportunity to be a part of the main event: releasing your own monarch butterfly, or sponsoring a butterfly for us to release in our pollinator garden. $7/admission, $22/ Pollinator Partners Pack Add-on. LeslieSNC.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 Virtual Family Art Studio: Creative Campaign – 11am-1pm. Student Program Assistant Emily Considine will walk you through some examples of campaign graphics and poster styles. Then

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Michigan-based artist Shayla Johnson will show you how to create a unique poster (or tote bag) featuring your own personal slogan. Via Zoom. Registration required: UMMA.UMich.edu.

Candlelight Labyrinth Walk and Meditation

– 7pm. A self-guided walk through a labyrinth formed out of candles, complete with quiet music and incense. Cushions available outside the labyrinth for seated meditation. Donation. Ringstar Studio, 3907 Varsity Dr, Ann Arbor. A2Ringstar.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 How to be Your Own Genetic Detective – 6-8pm. Explore the popular trend of DNA testing for individuals. In an easy-to-understand casual presentation, explore the options and further work necessary to make your testing results even more worthwhile. Discussion and examples of current offerings are key components of this 2-session online class. Course HSC 4394. $39. Washtenaw Community College, 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor. 734-677-5060. wccnet.edu/community-enrichment.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 Chef John’s Total Health Retreat – 8:30am-2pm. Meet Chef John and local growers who grow your food at Chelsea Farmers’ Market. Learn Food for Life, a life changing retreat. Reserve early; max 10 pepole. Veg lunch. $75/person. Michigan Friends Center, 7748 Clarks Lake Rd, Chelsea. 734-475- 1892. MFCenter.org.

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Ypsi Area Online Market – A collaboration between Growing Hope, The Farm at St. Joe’s, Zilke Farm Kitchen, and a growing list of area farmers and food producers. For pick-up sites & to shop: GrowingHope.net/ypsi-area-online-market. sunday

Huayen 1-Day Silent Meditation and Fasting

Retreat – 9am-5pm. 4th Sun. Due to the Coronavirus, this class will be canceled until further notice. By donation. Triple Crane Monastery, 7665 We r k n e r R d , C h e l s e a . 7 3 4 - 7 5 7 - 8 5 6 7 . HuayenWorld-usa.org/usa/en. Sunday Morning Yoga – 10-11am. Meet for a free 1-hr morning yoga flow. No experience necessary; just bring a calm, positive mind and your mat. Fjallraven, 213 S Main St, Ann Arbor. 734-585-5628. Fjallraven.us. Group Meditation – 10-11:30am. 45-min group meditation followed by a talk and sharing. Free. 1415 Miller Rd, Ann Arbor. 734-945-7612. Info@ InsightMeditationAnnArbor.org. Online Meditation from Anywhere – 11am-12pm. Building an international sangha by connecting loving hearts. Donations welcome. To receive a link: CelesteZygmont2@yahoo.com or DeepSpring.org. Sunday Talk with Demo Rinpoche – 11am-12pm. Jewel Heart Tibetan Buddhist Learning Center, 1129 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor. 734-994-3387. JewelHeart.org. Tibetan Buddhist Sunday Service – 11:15am. Join us for short sessions of sitting meditation, compassion meditation, teachings and discussion. Free. Ann Arbor Karma Thegsum Chöling, 614 Miner St, Ann Arbor. 734-649-2127. AnnArborKTC.org. Reiki Sessions at Evenstar’s Chalice – 2-4pm. 1st & 3rd Sun. Feel the stress fall away as you experience the healing and restorative power of reiki. Choose a 20- or 40-min session. $1/minute. Evenstar’s Chalice, 36 N Huron St, Ypsilanti. 734- 905-7980. EvenstarsChalice.com. Sunday Group Meditation – 5-6pm, sitting meditation; 6-6:30pm, mindful sharing. Deep Spring Center, 704 Airport Blvd, Ann Arbor. Info, Tana: 734-477-5848 or DeepSpring.org. Thich Nhat Hanh Meditation Group – 6:30- 8:30pm. Due to Coronavirus, all of our sittings have been postponed indefinitely. Brother Phap Vu Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh. Brother Phap Vu is also offering an online course on The Miracle of Mindfulness at DharmaPathways.org/miracle. Also, we will be having online Dharma talks via Zoom. To register: 734-260-0273 or Kanzicek50@gmail.com. HuronRiverSangha.org. Inspiring Talk by Mata Yogananda – 7pm. Spiritual talk, pure meditation and silent prayer, with Winged Prayer for all in need at 9pm. Free. Self-Realization Meditation Healing Centre, 7187 Drumheller, Bath. 517-641-6201. SelfRealizationCentreMichigan.org. Sound Healing Concert – 7-9pm. Rare, therapeutic, chakra-tuned crystal bowls played with recorded soundscape music while reiki is sent to the audience. $20/at door. 3820 Packard, Ste 280, Ann Arbor. 734-

suggests that you begin reading, The Miracle of 358-0218. EnlightenedSoulCenter.com.

monday

Energy Work/Self-Care Practices – 9-10am, Mon. Also Tues &/or Thurs, 6-7pm. $185. Peaceful Dragon School, 1945 Pauline Blvd, Ste B, Ann Arbor. 734-741-0695. PeacefulDragonSchool.com. Stretch and Strength Yoga – 10-11am. Build strength, increase flexibility and improve your overall fitness. $15/nonmember, $10/member. Better Living Fitness Center, 834B Phoenix Dr, Ann Arbor. 734-747-0123. BetterLivingFitness.com. Tai Chi Beginners – 10-11:15am, Mon. Also Tues, 2:30-3:45pm; Tues &/or Thurs, 7:15-8:30pm. $185. Peaceful Dragon School, 1945 Pauline Blvd, Ste B, Ann Arbor. 734-741-0695. PeacefulDragonSchool. com. Classical Hatha Yoga – 10-11:30am. Due to Coronavirus class is canceled until further notice. Triple Crane Monastery and Convent, 7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea. 734-757-8567. HuayenWorld.org/usa. A Course in Miracles Study Group – 6:45-8:45pm. Group reading and discussion of this popular Foundation for Inner Peace metaphysical book; includes study materials and text. Donation requested. Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth, 734-327-0270. InterfaithSpirit.org. Meditation Sitting Group – 7-8pm. Washington Street Educational Center, Room 114, Chelsea. More info, Carol Blotter: 734-475-0942. Chelsea Meditation.com. Meaningful Mondays – 8pm. SevaLight Retreat Centre warmly welcomes everyone, of all faiths, meditation practices and traditions, to join us virtually. Will gather on video conference sharing in song/chants and inspiring readings from Mata Yogananda Mahasaya Dharmaji’s writings, followed by Pure Meditation and silent prayer. Free. Email by 10am any Monday to receive the info about how to join by video: Info@Self RealizationCentreMichigan.org.

tuesday

Online Meditation from Anywhere – 9-9:30am. Building an international sangha by connecting loving hearts. Donations welcome. To receive a link: CelesteZygmont2@yahoo.com or DeepSpring.org. 10% Off Tuesdays at The Find – 10am-4pm. New upscale family resale shop in downtown Chelsea. Hrs: Tues-Sat, 10am- 4pm. 136 W Middle St, Chelsea. 734-593-7044. TheFindChelsea.com. Massage Clinic: Massage Therapy, Reflexology, Balancing – Thru Aug 31. 11am. Also Wed, Thurs. Massage Therapy sessions at our established student clinic, at our State Licensed School. By appt, private rooms, quiet peaceful environment. $30/hr, $25/seniors 68 & over. Ann Arbor School of Massage, 6276 Jackson Rd, Ste B, Ann Arbor. For appt: 734-769-7794. NaturopathicSchool OfAnnArbor.net. Ypsilanti Farmers’ Market: Downtown – Thru Oct. 3-7pm. 16 S Washington, Ypsilanti. GrowingHope.net. Huayen Buddhist Movement and Meditation – 6-7:30pm. Due to the coronavirus, class is canceled until further notice.By donation. Triple Crane Monastery, 7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea. 734-757-8567. HuayenWorld-usa.org/usa/en. Online: Realization Process Practice – 6-7:30pm. With Mara Evenstar. A weekly exploration and practice of the Realization Process developed by Judith Blackstone, PhD. A body-centered approach to personal and spiritual healing and maturity. Evenstar’s Chalice, 36 N Huron St, Ypsilanti. 734- 905-7980. EvenstarsChalice.com. Food Literacy for All – Thru Apr. 6:30-8pm. Lecture series hosted by U of M and Detroit Food Policy Council and Food Lab Detroit. A diversity of “alternative” food systems demonstrates that food systems can be nutrition sensitive, socially just, and conserve natural resources. Angell Hall, Auditorium B, 419 S State St, Ann Arbor. RSVP: Tinyurl.com/syqabv3. ICPJ Latin American Caucus Meeting – 7-9pm. 2nd Tues. Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice, 1414 Hill St, Ann Arbor. icpj.org. ICPJ Racial Justice Book Group – 7-9pm. 3rd Tues. Ann Arbor Friends Meeting, 1420 Hill St, Ann Arbor. icpj.org. Monthly Washtenaw County CHADD (Children and Adults with ADD/ADHD) Chapter Meetings – 7-9pm. Tues & Wed. Join us to hear free educational speakers, get resources, find community and support for you and your family members. WISD Teaching and Administration Bldg, 1819 S Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor. 734-330-4996.

wednesday

Chelsea Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 1-5pm. Old US 12 / Main in CSB Lot, Chelsea. ChelseaFarmers Mkt.org. Jharra Vedic Energy Healing – 2-7pm. A Vedic healing technique from the teachings of Babaji in which the practitioner repeats a mantra while sweeping peacock feathers over a person’s body, thereby clearing out dis-harmony and allowing the natural harmony to preside. Evenstar’s Chalice, 36 N Huron St, Ypsilanti. 734-905-7980.EvenstarsChalice.com.

ICPJ Climate Change and Earth Care Caucus

Meeting – 3-4:30pm. 2nd Wed. Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice, 1414 Hill St, Ann Arbor. icpj.org. Classical Hatha Yoga – 6-7:30pm. Due to Coronavirus class is canceled until further notice. Triple Crane Monastery, 7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea. 734-757-8567. HuayenWorld-usa.org/usa/en. Tibetan Buddhist Meditation and Study – 7-8:15pm. Join us for silent sitting meditation followed by discussion of important Mahayana Buddhist topics such as developing compassion, training the mind, and understanding emptiness. Instruction provided. Free. Ann Arbor Karma Thegsum Chöling, 614 Miner St, Ann Arbor. 734- 649-2127. AnnArborKTC.org.

Huayen Buddhist Movement and Meditation – 10-11:30am. Due to the Coronavirus class is canceled until further notice.By donation. Triple Crane Monastery, 7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea. 734-757- 8567. HuayenWorld-usa.org/usa/en. Massage Clinic with Student Interns – 11am. Massage therapy sessions at our established student clinic, at our State Licensed School. By appt; private rooms, quiet peaceful environment. $30/hr, $25/seniors 68+. Ann Arbor School of Massage, Herbal & Natural Medicine, 6276 Jackson Rd, Ste B, Ann Arbor. 734-769-7794. NaturopathicSchoolOf AnnArbor.net.

ICPJ Racial and Economic Justice Caucus Meet

ing – 12-2pm. 2nd Thurs. Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice, 1414 Hill St, Ann Arbor. icpj.org. Happy Hour Massage – 3-8pm. We’ll match your needs with an expert therapist who can tailor a massage to your wellness needs. $55/60 min, $80/90 min. Balance Massage Therapy, 5155 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor. 734-660-5919. LifeIsActive.com. Mindful Dexter: Third Thursday Meditation – 6-7pm. Free mindfulness meditation in a safe, friendly group setting. Sessions have no religious affiliation. Appropriate for beginners as well as experienced meditators; guided by experienced mindfulness practitioners/facilitators. All welcome, no registration necessary. Dexter Wellness Center, 2810 Baker Rd, Dexter. 734-476-8474. Tinyurl. com/mindfuldexter. Meditation Class –7-8pm. Short lesson and meditation, followed by discussion with instructor Lori Barresi. Drop-in, every other Thur. $10. Enlightened Soul Center, 3820 Packard, Ste 280, Ann Arbor. 734- 358-0218. EnlightenedSoulCenter.com. Open Meditation – 7:30-8:30pm. Two, 20-min, mindfulness meditation sittings. Open to the public; drop-ins welcome. Donations welcome. The Lotus Center of Ann Arbor, 2711 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor. 734-975-2745. TLCAA.com. AAOpen Meditation.com.

friday

Integrated Healing at The Shack – 10am-7pm. Receive reiki energy work, chiropractic care, assisted stretch and breath, talk therapy and more. Direct holistic healing and intuitive counsel consultations available. Aromatherapy and tea add-ons. Vegetarian cafe for smoothies, soups and delicious entrees. Psychedelic Healing Shack & Vegetarian Cafe, 18700 Woodward Ave, Detroit. 313-366-2247. AkhealingArts.com. Free Exercise Classes for Ypsilanti Seniors – 10:30-11:30am. National Kidney Foundation of Michigan is hosting free exercise classes. Ypsilanti Township Community Center, 2025 E Clark Rd, Ypsilanti. Kristie Lewis: 800-482-1455. Meditation Group – 10:30am-11:45am. Beginning and experienced meditators welcome. Group is open to exploring and integrating the spiritual teachings from a variety of wisdom traditions. 734- 625-1844 or MaryTrudeau@comcast.net. Ypsilanti Open Meditation – 11am. With Ypsilanti District Library. Meditation encourages and develops concentration, clarity, emotional optimism, and positive ways of being. Sessions are guided weekly drop-ins. Free. More info: 734-482-4110, SKonen@ YpsiLibrary.org or YpsiLibrary.org/events.

Free Senior Swim at Dexter Wellness Center

– 1-4pm. 4th Fri. Seniors (60+ yrs) are welcome to use the Wellness Center pools for free. Dexter Wellness Center, 2810 Baker Rd, Ann Arbor. More info: 734-580-2500.

Poor People’s Campaign Washtenaw County:

Weekly Coffee & Catch Up – 2:30-4pm. B-24’s Espresso Bar Eats and Entertainment, 217 W Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti. Facebook.com/ppcwc. Sound of Soul by Eckankar – 6:30-7:15pm. HU is a sacred word to draw Soul closer to God bringing wisdom and awareness. Enhances any faith. Free. Crazy Wisdom Bookstore and Tea Room, 114 S Main St, Ann Arbor. Eck-MI.org. Nature & Nurture Fertility Support Group – 6:30-8pm. Group is to bring those experiencing infertility together to support each other while enjoying the healthy benefits of nature. $5/session. 734-320-4958 or KNelson@KathleenNelson Counseling.com.

Intensive Meditation with Lighthouse Center

–7pm, gather; 7:30-10:15pm, chanting. 1st & 3rd Fri. Chanting and prayer, followed by meditating 20 mins on each of the 7 chakra energy centers. 740 E Shore Dr, Whitmore Lake. 734-417-5804. LightHouseCenterInc.org. Dances of Universal Peace – 7-9pm. 1st Fri. The dances are a form of moving meditation that require neither partner nor experience. $5. Info: 419-475- 6535, JLTrautman@sbcglobal.net or PeaceDance. MultiFaithJourneys.org.

saturday

Tarot Readers and Healers – Hours vary. Also Sun. Reiki or Jharra Vedic Healing. Cost varies. Evenstar’s Chalice, 36 N Huron St, Ypsilanti. 734- 905-7980. EvenstarsChalice.com. Saline Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am-12pm. Downtown on S Ann Arbor St, 1/2 block south of Michigan Ave, Ann Arbor. CityOfSaline.org/ farmersmarket. Chelsea Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am-1pm. Palmer Commons, 222 S Main St, Chelsea. Chelsea FarmersMkt.org. Sustainable Saturdays – 9am-12pm. Join us for a morning of coffee, snacks, sustainable art projects and some fresh air. Start the morning at 9am for a quick urban hike. Free. Fjallraven, 213 S Main St, Ann Arbor. 734-585-5628. Fjallraven.us. Ypsilanti Farmers’ Market: Depot Town – Thru Oct. 9am-1pm. 100 Rice St, Depot Town, Ypsilanti. GrowingHope.net. Mindful Dexter: Second Saturday Meditation – 9:30-10:30am. Free mindfulness meditation in a safe, friendly group setting. Sessions have no religious affiliation. Appropriate for beginners as well as experienced meditators; guided by experienced mindfulness practitioners/facilitators. All welcome, no registration necessary. Dexter Library, 3255 Alpine St, Dexter. 734-476-8474. Tinyurl.com/mindfuldexter.

Huayen Buddhist Movement and Meditation

– 10-11:30am. Due to the Coronavirus class is canceled until further notice. By donation. Triple Crane Monastery, 7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea. 734- 757-8567. HuayenWorld-usa.org/usa/en. Reiki Sessions at Evenstar’s Chalice – 2-4pm. 2nd & 4th Sat. Feel the stress fall away as you experience the healing and restorative power of reiki. Choose a 20- or 40-min session. $1/minute. Evenstar’s Chalice, 36 N Huron St, Ypsilanti. 734-905-7980. Evenstars Chalice.com. Detroit Reiki Share – 6-8pm. 4th & 5th Sat. Join Dr. Zee for an evening of focused intention on healing and connecting with others. A reiki share is a sacred space where practitioners and attendees each have a turn practicing in giving and receiving energy (pure intention/prayer/focused attention). All welcome. $20 donation. Psychedelic Healing Shack & Vegetarian Cafe, 18700 Woodward Ave, Detroit. 313-366-2247. AkHealingArts.com.

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Nia is a certified life coach (ACC, COC) who helps adventurous people blaze new trails and thrive in their time, tasks and transitions. Her “Walk & Talk” coaching sessions (held at 8 local natural areas) are an especially powerful way to get moving around your goals. Nia also coaches by phone and video. Get in touch for a free discovery call.

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Colon Therapy is the slow and gentle insertion of purified water into the colon (large intestine) for the cleansing of poisons, mucous and accumulated fecal matter. It is also used to stimulate the colon to recover its natural shape, tone, and peristaltic wave action. No chemicals or drugs are used—thus it is a safe, gentle health-giving al ternative. Brandy Boehmer is National Board Certified in colon hydrotherapy through the International Association for Colon Therapy.

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Vitamins, supplements, organic and natural foods. For more information: See ad inside front cover.

HEALTHY RESTAURANTS

SILVIO’S ORGANIC RISTORANTE E PIZZERIA 715 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 734-214-6666 SilviosOrganicPizza.com We work with passion for making only real food, made with fresh, local and organic ingredients. Our store is not only a restaurant or a bar, our store is an artisanal food lab, where we make bread, pizza, pastries, salads, soups and fresh pasta everyday, following the path of the Italian tradition, but also offering gluten-free and vegan dishes. See ad inside back cover.

HOLISTIC DENTISTRY

DEXTER DENTAL STUDIO 7300 Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd, Ste 300, Dexter 734-426-8360 DexterDentalStudio@gmail.com DexterDentalStudio.com

From the moment you walk through the door, you will experience a friendly and relaxed environment where the focus is always on you and your overall well-being. Dentistry is about more than just filling teeth. We place great emphasis on patient education and providing a positive and helpful dental experience. See ad page 27.

HOLISTIC DOCTOR

DR. MALCOLM SICKELS, M.D. 210 Little Lake Dr, Ste 10, Ann Arbor, 48103 734-332-9936 DrSickels.com

Malcolm Sickels earned his M.D. from the University of Michigan, where he taught fellow medical students about different approaches to health. Board certified in Family Medicine and Holistic Medicine, he is in solo practice on the west side of Ann Arbor. Learn more at Dr. Sickels.com. See ads, pages 8 and 9. K.WEST - SKIN BODY SOUL 415 N Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 734-436-8991 KWestSkinBodySoul.com

Spa experiences to bring forth the stillness within, and radiance throughout. Drawn from the traditions of Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, and combined with the latest aesthetic advancements to deliver results. Non-invasive DNA skin rejuvenation, dynamic cupping massage, intuitive bodywork. See ad page 16.

HOLISTIC VETERINARIAN

JOHN B. SMITH, DVM 1954 S Industrial, Ann Arbor 734-213-7447 DogDoctor.us

We invite you to partner with us for a naturopathic, patient-centered approach to restoring and maintaining your pet’s health. We focus on health span—not just life span. See ad page 31.

HOMEOPATHIC PHARMACY

CASTLE REMEDIES 2345 S. Huron Pkwy, Ann Arbor In the Parkway Center 734-973-8990 CastleRemedies.com

Discover Michigan’s only homeopathic pharmacy open to the public. Herbs, Nutritional Supplements, Aromatherapy, Distinctive Gifts & Jewelry. Specializing in products for maintaining health & preventing disease. See ad page 28.

HYPNOSIS

CONRAD J. WELSING, MA, CH Professional Hypnotic Consultant 734-516-5962 (voice/text) Info@conNEXTtext.com

Need a mental reset, conquer a fear that holding you back or change an unwanted habit, hypnosis could benefit you. Accepting appointments now.

INTEGRATED MEDICINE & COLLEGIUM

THOMAS KABISCH, DO, MD 2350 E Stadium, Ste 12, Ann Arbor 734-971-5483 DrKabisch.com Offering Wharton jelly stem cell injections. Serving the addiction community for 18 yrs. A variety of LLT lasers including intravenous. Steer from cancer with the Simple Life program. See ad page 26.

INTUITION COACHING

JOY PARADE 734-834-5995 Nishi@JoyParade.co JoyParade.co

I’m Nishi, an intuition coach, author and yoga teacher. I help burn-out, unfulfilled women— missing out on the juice of life— listen to their intuition and apply it to their daily lives in a practical way so that they can access their purpose, feel more worthy, and tap into the easeful way of living.

MEDITATION

SRI CHINMOY CENTRE 734-994-7114 Castoldi@Oakland.edu MeditationAnnArbor.com

Dr. Kapila Castoldi, of the Sri Chinmoy Centre, has been offering free introductory meditation classes for over 25 years to the Ann Arbor community. In her classes, she covers basic meditation and breathing techniques, but also expands into what she calls a Meditative Lifestyle. Meditation opens the inner gateway to the soul and the power of the spirit and is the foundation of a holistic approach to well-being and happiness.

MOLD TESTING & REMEDIATION

MOLDPRO John Du Bois, CMI, CMR 247 W. Main Street, Milan 734-439-8800 • MoldProllc.com

MoldPro offers chemical-free mold remediation, independent certified mold testing, inspection and consultation services all over SE Michigan specializing in mold biotoxin illness clients. PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

ANN ARBOR SMILES DENTAL GROUP Dr. Abbie Walker, DDS, MS 2365 S Huron Pkwy, Ann Arbor, 48104 734-677-8700 AnnArborSmiles.com

Ann Arbor Smiles is a state-of-theart general and cosmetic dental office dedicated to treating the whole person in a caring and compassionate manner. Most insurances accepted and financing is available. See ads, pages 3 and 24.

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE

AMERICAN REGENERATIVE CLINIC 31000 Telegraph Rd., Suite 140 Bingham Farms, MI 48025 248-876-4242 AmericanRegen.com Dr. Andrey uses Stem Cell Therapy, PRP, Prolotherapy and Ten Pass Ozone Therapy to restore the body’s function, heal damaged tissues. He successfully performs innovative aesthetic procedures to return patients youth without surgery. See ads, pages 11 and 21.

REIKI/VIBRATIONAL SOUND HEALING

MANTRA MAMMA HEALING ARTS 734-743-8844 Ann Arbor, MI MantraMammahHealingArts@gmail.com FB: Mantra Mamma Healing Arts

Deeply restorative mind-body infusion with reiki, tuning forks, vibrational frame drum massage, crystal and Tibetan bows. Balance the nervous system, calm the mind and open the heart.

RETREATS

SONG OF THE MORNING YOGA RETREAT CENTER 9607 Sturgeon Valley Rd. Vanderbilt, MI 49795 989-983-4107 SongOfTheMorning.org

Find spiritual refreshment amongst 800 acres of natural beauty for your own personal retreat or participate in workshops, yoga classes, meditations or Sunday Service. Accommodations and gourmet vegetarian meals available. FREE AT LAST! HYPNOSIS Center - A Joyful Journey 734-883-8775

Stop smoking in one visit. Afraid it’s going to be too painful or too difficult? Our unique specialized and proven system makes it easy. Become a happy and permanent non-smoker today. See ad page 19.

SPIRITUALITY

SACRED SEXUALITY WITH LESLIE BLACKBURN 313-269-6719 • LeslieBlackburn.com Offering speaking engagements (including keynote addresses), private sessions, classes, online live webinars, radio shows, video casts and more. Leslie speaks from a place of joy, wisdom and giggles! Leslie, MS, is a Sacred Sexual Healer and Transformational Guide—a leading educator and coach of sacred sexuality and tantra in the U.S. See website and send email to learn more.

WEIGHT LOSS

FREE AT LAST! HYPNOSIS CENTER - A JOYFUL JOURNEY 734-883-8775

Lose weight now with hypnosis. Achieve permanent positive life and habit changes through our safe, rapid and effective system. Tap the potential of your mind to create the health and vitality you’ve always wanted. See ad page 19.

WELLNESS CENTERS

THRIVE! WELLNESS CENTER 6901 State Rd, Ste D, Saline 734-470-6766 Thrive-Wellness-Center.com Shannon Roznay, DC, specializes in Nutrition Response Testing and Activator C h i ropr a c t i c . Thrive! also carr i e s n a t u r a l foods, skin and home products. See ad page 18.

WOMEN-ONLY MASSAGE

SHER 734-239-3344 SherrelWells@icloud.com Sher.amtamembers.com

My goal is to always give the best massage you’ve ever had, through conversation and application. Organic topicals, hot stones $30, hot towels $30. $75/ half hour. Please call.

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