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ngaging in a creative venture gives us the ability to think in new ways, and this issue celebrates the creative spirits among us. Our imagination makes it possible to experience a whole new world inside the mind, with the ability to look at any situation from a different point of view. It enables us to mentally explore the past and the future. Creative expression can even transform painful reactions and situations, providing strength and understanding to change how we feel and interact with the world. Creativity and art can be a powerful force for healing; we’re inspired by this month’s feature story, “Art’s Embrace: Healing Through Creativity.” Sandra Yeyati informs us about how dance is bringing Parkinson’s patients joy and increased mobility, art therapists are helping cancer patients reconstruct their sense of identity and find expression for painful emotions, and actors and caregivers are joining together to help people with dementia perform plays and produce art exhibits and books, thus bringing fresh life to care facilities. In a rapidly changing world, creative thinking is critical to personal and planetary survival, yet research shows that those skills start declining in children at age 6. Parents can reverse this process by creating an environment in which creativity flows, using such strategies as nurturing kids’ curiosity with open-ended questions and encouraging them to follow their bliss by diving into topics that intrigue them. Learn more tips in “Creative Kids: How to Nurture Imagination,” and find out why allowing them to be bored can help new ideas for activity spring forth. We are excited to showcase Kevin Spangler and his company Boober Tours, a bicycle-powered shuttle service in downtown Ann Arbor, on our cover. His creative idea has inspired positive changes not only in his life, but many others, while transforming the transportation landscape downtown. It’s been growing every year, with more than 30 covered bikes conducting art tours and campus tours around town. And Boober Tours service runs late at night, too, shuttling parties between downtown bars for a safe late night out, along with cannabis delivery for Treehouse 603. Boober Tours is a community favorite that’s here to stay. Bestselling author and O Magazine contributor Martha Beck made a pledge to herself 30 years ago not to lie for an entire year. She’s been doing an “integrity cleanse” repeatedly since then, and it enables her to stay in harmony with her true self. When we practice integrity, she says, we stop automatically doing things to please other people, and that puts us in tune with what we really want and helps us realize our destiny. Learn more in this month’s Wise Words department. Personal growth and transformation is not new to us; we know that fear is one of the greatest enemies of an open and creative mind. So do not hide from your true nature, but allow the development of courage, creativity and love to become the light guiding your actions and dreams. Making each moment count and coloring it with kindess is key in creating a life we love to live, for at every stage of life we are daily creating our legacy. To conscious living,

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16 ART'S EMBRACE Healing Through Creativity

19 YOGA TO HEAL TRAUMA

Soothing Poses Calm the Nervous System

20 HEALTHY COOKWARE

How to Choose Non-Toxic Pots and Pans

22 CONQUERING CHRONIC PAIN

How the Body-Mind Connection Works

24 MARTHA BECK

on Living with Integrity

26 CREATIVE KIDS

How to Nurture Imagination

28 FORAGED FUNGI FARE Cooking with Wild Mushrooms

32 HORSES AS HEALERS Equine Therapy has Physical and Emotional Benefits

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DEPARTMENTS 8 news briefs 12 health briefs 13 global briefs 14 eco tip 15 business

spotlight 19 fit body 20 green living 22 healing ways 23 therapy spotlight 24 wise words

25 community

spotlight 26 healthy kids 30 plant medicine 28 conscious eating 32 natural pet 33 inspiration 34 calendar 35 classifieds 36 resource guide September 2021

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A Scenic and Tranquil Meeting Place... We offer the holistic community a nature-oriented meeting space for workshops, meetings, counseling, yoga, youth groups, and family gatherings. Main room accommodates 100 pre-Covid, with two smaller classrooms and kitchen facilities. Hiking trails. Weekend rates range from $200-$400, additional for extensive grounds use, camping. Book your next gathering at https://MFCenter.org/rent “We need to preserve a few places, a few samples of primeval country so that when the pace gets too fast we can look at it, think about it, contemplate it, and somehow restore equanimity to our souls.” – Sigurd Olson

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• Mood Support • Cancer Support • Family Medicine • Holistic Medicine • Innovative Medicine • Bioidentical Hormones Marisa Spradlin RD Gaia Kile FNP Danielle Douglas FNP Malcolm Sickels MD 210 Little Lake Dr., Suite 10 Ann Arbor (west side) www.drsickels.com 734.332.9936 • Easy access from M-14, I-94 & Jackson Road • Check drsickels.com for directions & insurance info. Greater Ann Arbor

oldPro LLC, a certified and insured mold removal company, uses effective services to return homes to a safe, ecological condition. For those experiencing health challenges due to mold in a home or place of business, they will break up mycotoxins, invisible gases that are formed by mold colonies to protect themselves from other competing colonies and are harmful to health. All hard surfaces are wiped down with an ethanol water solution, and cabinets and hard surface furniture are fogged. Upholstered furniture is thoroughly dampened with the solution. Testing the air quality can easily identify any allergens that are present, including mold spores. They use a licensed and certified independent lab to determine the results of all of tests and generate a 20-page report that will show what type of molds exist in the home and to what extent the spores are in the air. Location: 247 W. Main St., Milan. For a professional consultation and estimate, call 734-4398800 or visit MoldProllc.com. See ad page 37.

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ria Mae Everts offers private, one-hour healing sessions to support the awakening of curiosity in the heart, connect to guides or resolve ancestral trauma. The heart can be a portal to expansion into the mystery of our deepest soul intentions. She says, “My mission is to connect conscious leaders to their hearts, magic and joy.” Sometimes they just need a little support. Everts has three options for Aria Mae some of the most common client needs: Full-of-Wonder Heart Activation; Lion Leadership Heart Activation; and Ancestral Heart Activation. “It’s only by falling in love with our own hearts that we can truly ripple that love into the world. It’s only by believing the ‘impossible’ magic of existence that we can manifest the wildest visions our hearts hold,” she says. Private session rate is $333. For more information or to arrange a session, email Aria@ AriaMae.com or visit AriaMae.com/aria-mae-healing-sessions. See ad page 17.

Seniors Can Stay Fit at Home

olly Stamos, a certified personal trainer for more than 20 years specializing in senior functional fitness, is offering Fit To Go With Molly, an online fitness class for 50-plus active-agers, from noon to 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday, beginning September 8. She states, “I’m offering live online fitness classes in strength, flexibility, mobility and balance for active-agers and beginners. Good for beginners and seniors, these classes can be

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done seated or standing with no need to get up and down from the floor. Work out in your own home at your own convenience and at your own pace.” Recorded classes are available.

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The Vital Experience in Mexico

r. Samm Pryce, owner of Balanced Integration, PLLC, is a concierge licensed naturopathic physician dedicated to helping clients create and sustain longterm, harmonious wellness. She is conducting The Vital Experience, an ultimate wellness retreat from January 6 through 9, 2022, at the Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun resort, in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, for those that want to transform their health. Participants will learn how to detox both the body and mind, because mindset is the key to success in the transformation process. Topics include Get Your Music Right, Get Your Body Right and Get Your Diet Right. Author of The 7 Naturopathic Secrets to Transform Your Health, Pryce received a bachelor’s degree from Xavier University, a medical degree from the Southwest Colle;ge of Naturopathic Medicine and completed a residency in nutrigenomics and epigenics with Dr. Peter D’Adam. She has designed a nurturing concierge program that includes her own supplement line to fully equip patients to become the superhero of their own health. For more details and registration, visit Tinyurl.com/DrSammRetreat.

loom Wellness Spa is offering a Dude’s Spa & Wellness Day at a cost of $199 for one person or $749 for a group of four. It includes strong massage for sore muscles and deep tissue (60 minutes) plus hops-infused massage oils and hot towel service for sore muscles and feet; float therapy quick recharge (30 minutes) in relaxing salt water; reflexology chair plus mindset guided meditation; rockin’ sauna (30 minutes) private sauna session with infrared panels and lively music; and a tiny, but epic, toast. Owner Mike Berman says, “Bloom Wellness offers a fusion of magical services with a focused holistic approach to enable a peak wellness lifestyle to returning members and one-time visitors. Delivering luxury spa services and floatation therapy, we have created a space where real change can occur.” Location: 2450 W. Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor. For more information, call 734-436-8492, email Hello@BloomWellnessA2.com or visit BloomA2.com.

Personalized Holistic Care

ane Klaes, DO, likes to get to know her patients, so she can understand and treat them in a way that is consistent with their goals and values. She says, “Sometimes medical issues are straightforward and simple. At other times, illnesses are more complex and interrelated with mental, emotional, spiritual, financial or other aspects of your life. My clinical model allows me to know each patient and take care of them like family.” After practicing for 15 years in the conventional medical system, Klaes started her clinic to offer patients a personal-

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news briefs ized, creative approach to health care. Klaes grew up in Plymouth, attended the University of Michigan and graduated from medical school at MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004. “In addition to modern Western medicine, I Jane Klaes am learning about herbal medicine and can help advise you with this approach to wellness if you are so inclined,” she notes. “I studied herbology at the Naturopathic School of Ann Arbor and am working on Rosemary Gladstar’s Science and Art of Herbalism course. Patients who are interested may help me with harvesting herbs and making herbal medicines. It’s really fun!” Location: 1269 Strieter Rd., Ann Arbor. For appointments and more information, call 734-358-6733 or visit DrJaneKlaes.com.

Chefs in the Garden

rowing Hope will host their annual Chefs in the Garden fundraiser dinner series on September 12 with Chef Abby Olitzky and Steve Hall from Spencer Ann Arbor; September 26 with Chef Sean Marshall; and October 10 with Chef Brandon Johns from Grange Kitchen and Bar. Each evening is its own unique experience, crafted from beginning to end by the guest chefs talents and tastes. The evening begins with an appetizer and cocktail hour, and live music featuring Matt Jones. Guests will then be seated in the hoophouse and served the meal of a lifetime. COVID-19 safety precautions will be in effect. Growing Hope fosters an equitable and sustainable local food system where all people are empowered to grow, sell, buy, prepare

and eat nourishing food. Where our food comes from matters. They have provided support and nourishment to the Ypsilanti food community for more than 17 years. Tickets are $125 at Tinyurl.com/GrowingHopeChefs. Location: Growing Hope Urban Farm, 922 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti. For more information, call 734-786-8401, email GetInTouch@GrowingHope.net or visit GrowingHope.net.

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arah Cissell, LMSW, offers an additional service beyond psychotherapy: dating coaching. She states, “Dating can be daunting, especially after a long-term relationship ends.” This service is valuable “if you’ve recently re-entered the dating world and need help meeting and connecting with people, creating a dating app profile, socializing or becoming familiar with the current dating environment.” Her approach is both goal oriented and client directed, and focuses on empowerment and the integral role relationships play in our lives. She enjoys sharing information and relevant resources with her

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clients. using modalities including interpersonal therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths-based and trauma-focused therapy. Areas of interest include sexuality, relationships, depression, addiction, anxiety, eating disorders, sex therapy, transitions and trauma. Intuitive Therapy Partners Valerie R. Maloof, LMSW, and Kelsey Young, LMSW, believe in a collaborative, attachment-focused and holistic approach to healing. Therapists provide psychotherapy informed by Attachment Theory, evidence-based therapies and mindfulness techniques tailored to meet clients’ goals.

Since 2006, Geck has offered the highest standards of chiropractic care and clinical nutrition to patients at his functional medicine practice. He aims to provide a natural, restorative healthcare experience for every patient through a non-invasive, non-surgical and non-drug approach.

Location: 103 E. Liberty, Ste. 203, Ann Arbor. For appointments (required) and more information, call 734-646-5190, email SCissell@ IntuitiveTherapyPartners.com or visit IntuitiveTherapyPartners.com.

Wholistic Approach to the Fall One-Day Conference

Aiding the Body to Heal Itself

estorative Wellness Center, the office of Dr. Daniel Geck, offers functional medicine, clinical nutrition, advanced muscle integration technique, chiropractic treatment, health coaching, neuropathy, coaching, mentoring and spinal disc therapy. He believes in aiding the body’s natural ability to heal itself using the Daniel Geck four pillars of wellness: nutrition, detoxification, quality environment, and movement and exercise. Each Restorative Wellness Center patient undergoes a program customized to their needs. At the heart of every treatment is the goal of reversing chronic symptoms in a natural way without the use of harmful drugs or surgery if they can be avoided. The programs elevate normal functions, putting the body in an optimal state for healing. Our body is incredibly resilient and can heal itself through deliberate and thoughtful alterations to lifestyle, environment and nutrition.

Location: 107 Aprill Dr., Ste. 5, Ann Arbor. For appointments and more information, call 734-661-8100, email pr@rwcaa.com or visit WellnessCenterAnnArbor.com.

he Naturopathic Community Center is hosting a full-day conference on Saturday, October 2, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Morey School, in Shepherd. The conference is sponsored by Herbs Etc. and will host guest speakers such as natural health therapists and naturopathic doctors and product vendors, all the information needed to gain optimum health for the fall and winter season. “If you are wondering how to best support your immune system and gain all the natural health tools you need for the approaching flu season, this conference is for you,” says Julie Wagester, chief operations officer of the Naturopathic Community Center. The conference will include topics such as utilizing essential oils for viruses, homeopathic remedies for the pandemic, herbs and minerals that help to build immunity, emotional support techniques and much more. The cost is $50 per person and a healthy, nutritious lunch will be available for purchase. To register, contact the Naturopathic Community Center at 989-317-4787. Morey School is located at 380 W Blanchard Rd, Shepherd. See ad page 4.

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Plant-Based Meals Reduce Severe COVID-19 Risks Eating more plants than meat is not only good for the planet, it might also be protective against COVID-19 severity, reports a new study in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health. Researchers from Johns Hopkins and other universities analyzed web-based responses from almost 2,900 frontline doctors and nurses in the U.S., France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK that had been significantly exposed to COVID-19, 95 percent of which were doctors and 70 percent males. Those that ate a plant-based diet, described as high in vegetables, legumes and nuts, and low in poultry and meats, were 73 percent less likely to contract moderate to severe COVID-19. Those with pescatarian diets allowing fish were 59 percent less likely. However, those following low-carbohydrate, high-protein diets had 48 percent greater odds of moderate to severe COVID-19. “Our results suggest that a healthy diet rich in nutrient-dense foods may be considered for protection Eating two servings of fruit a day lowers the risk of against severe COVID-19,” researchers concluded. developing Type 2 diabetes by 36 percent in five years

Certain Fruits Can Protect Against Diabetes

compared to eating less than half a serving, suggests research from Australia’s Edith Cowan University Institute for Nutrition Research. The study followed 7,676 people and found that higher total fruit intake of apples, bananas, oranges and other citrus fruits was linked to better measures of glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity. The same pattern did not hold for fruit juice. Previous U.S. cohort studies have found that eating three servings per week of certain fruits lowers the risk of Type 2 diabetes by the following percentages: blueberries (26 percent), grapes and raisins (12 percent), apples and pears (7 percent) and bananas and grapefruits (5 percent). Three servings of cantaloupe, however, raises the risk by 10 percent.

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Healthy Choices Mitigate Cognitive Health Reduction

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A Chinese study of 6,160 adults 80 or older found that a healthy lifestyle cuts the risk of cognitive impairment by half, even if a person carries the APOE ε4 gene that is linked to cognitive loss and Alzheimer’s. Researchers used data from the ongoing Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey to determine the eating, exercising and smoking habits of subjects. They found that those with healthy lifestyles were 55 percent less likely to be cognitively impaired and those with intermediately healthy lifestyles lowered their risk 28 percent. This reduction was greater than the increased risk of cognitive impairment resulting from the APOE ε4 gene, which was 17 percent.

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Wild Bees Thrive on Forest Deadwood

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Scientists from the UniverFarm Waste Doubles as sity of Freiburg surveyed Construction Material the German Black Forest Agricultural waste (agro-waste) such as manure, leaf National Park to determine litter and crop residues may not be thought of as likely the number of tree species, raw materials for sustainable construction, but with how the trees are scattered, traditional materials like concrete eliciting a negative the heights of individual environmental reputation, implementation of agrotree crowns and if there are waste is being explored around the world. Recycling, fallen trees or hollowed-out tree trunks. They found that as an important part of agro-waste’s green potential, is creating deadwood in coniferous forests is a promising making the use of construction materials more organic restoration measure to promote an abundance of aboand sustainable, and helping reduce landfill issues. veground nesting bees. Their findings, “Wild Bees Benefit A 2018 study, Agro-industrial wastes and their utifrom Structural Complexity Enhancement in a Forest Reslization using solid state fermentation: a review, notes toration Experiment,” were published in the journal Forest agro-wastes are an eco-friendly means of manuEcology and Management. facturing “biofuels, enzymes, vitamins, antioxidants, As part of an experiment, structural richness was artianimal feed, antibiotics and other chemicals.” This ficially created in 2016 on several sample plots by felling same study observed, “Many agro-industrial wastes and uprooting 20 spruce trees per plot, creating deadare untreated and underutilized, therefore disposed wood and small gaps. Six other plots were left in their natof either by burning, dumping or unplanned landfillural state as a control group. The researchers compared ing, which contributes to climate change by increasing how many wild bees were in the different plots in June greenhouse gases.” Another study found that inte2018 and 2019. Results show that deadwood increases grating agro-wastes such as sugarcane bagasse, rice the abundance and biodiversity of wild bees. Professor Dr. husks and groundnut shells improved the construction Alexandra Klein, head of the Chair of Nature Conservation materials by enhancing their sustainability properties, and Landscape Ecology, says, “In the course of climate boosting their durability and reducing costs. change, forest areas will be increasingly characterized by deadwood and sparse areas caused by storms, droughts or bark beetles. As a result, Wealth Distribution Linked to Urban Canopies forest habitat will increase in It’s not surprising that more urban trees lower the levels of heat and pollution. Although importance for wild bees.” many cities maintain tree-planting programs, not all canopies have equivalent value.

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A new analysis from the American Forests conservation organization states that the U.S needs to plant more than half a billion trees across 500 metropolitan areas and 150,000 local communities. A new Tree Equity Score data tool (TreeEquityScore.org) allows users to see where urban trees exist and where they don’t. American Forests identified 20 large American cities that are lacking in canopies to protect their populations from hotter temperatures. Tree canopies are particularly effective in reducing health stress associated with urban heat “islands”. It was also found that a pattern of inequitable distribution of trees has deprived many communities of the health and other benefits that sufficient tree cover can deliver. Communities of color have 33 percent less tree canopy on average than majority white communities. Jad Daley, American Forests president and CEO, says, “We need to make sure the trees go where the people are, and more than 70 percent of the people live in cities or suburbs, so it’s a place-based problem with a place-based solution.” September 2021

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Shedding Light on Lightbulbs The Ins and Outs of Our Options

Don’t be left in the dark when choosing lightbulbs. Lighting accounts for up to 20 percent of a household’s energy bill, and untold numbers of bulbs end up in landfills. Let’s illuminate some bulb options to increase savings and reduce waste. INCANDESCENT BULBS, the iconic symbol for a bright idea, were the only option until the early 2000s. They’re hot to the touch and no longer easy to find because governments worldwide have ordered them phased out to lower energy consumption. Energy efficiency: Each bulb lasts one to two years, and 80 percent of the electricity is lost as heat. Cost efficiency: Estimated $4.80 to $7.01 annual cost of operation. Potential health risks: No toxic chemicals. They can cause burns or fires if hot from use. Proper disposal: Not recyclable. Throw away in garbage. COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHTS (CFL) were a great answer to the incandescent bulbs that came before them as far as energy efficiency, but they have disadvantages, as well.

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Energy efficiency: About 65 to 75 percent more efficient than incandescent. Cost efficiency: Estimated $1.25 to $1.75 annual cost of operation. Potential health risks: CFLs contain small traces of mercury and emit puffs of toxic powder when they break. Visit the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s website epa.gov for safe clean-up instructions. Proper disposal: Go to Earth911.com to search for nearby CFL disposal facilities. LIGHT EMITTING DIODES (LED) bulbs are here to stay and illuminate the majority of households. To compute old bulb wattage compared to LED wattage, divide roughly by five or six. For example, a 60-watt incandescent bulb is equivalent to a 10-watt LED. It’s not an exact equation, but it’s close. Energy efficiency: Up to 83 percent more efficient than incandescent. Cost efficiency: Estimated $1.19 annual cost of operation per bulb.

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Potential health risks: Age-related macular degeneration is more likely with high exposure to low-intensity “blue light”; however, the warmer glow from LEDs typically used in home light fixtures is not the culprit. The “blue light” LEDs are typically glowing from computer screens, mobile phones and other devices or appliances. Proper disposal: Big-box and local hardware stores often offer free or lowcost recycling, as do online recyclers and local facilities because there are no toxins or hard-to-recycle wires.

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ronically, now that PG&E, Seattle City Light, Consumers Energy, DTE and other utilities is offering to disable the wireless RF function (for a hefty price) in their smart meters, we find that there’s yet another extremely critical problem with the meters.

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he Ann Arbor School of Massage, Herbal & Natural Medicine started from the personal experience and training and belief that natural medicine and bodywork services are important and necessary to the health of a community. Owner Mary Light, ND, LMT, is a seasoned and experienced clinical medicinal herbalist offering consults and in-house formulations. Their state-licensed massage therapy program prepares students for professional licensure. They offer a one-hour session with an intern in a variety of massage and bodywork therapies for $35 so patrons can maintain the needed frequency of treatment for the results they seek. Students are trained to offer compassionate, sensitive touch therapies and healing arts as professionals from day one. They keep a field work journal and an extensive documented clinic portfolio of 80 documented professional onsite sessions. This is a resume builder and helps develop their skills in the program. “Our intent is to offer a sacred space in which to engage in a co-creative healing process, based on the natural sciences and the healing arts. It is important to us that we have integrated Western medicine with very tried-and-true holistic practices,” says Light. The school plans on developing more instructors through an informal teacher training mentorship and growing while refining the curriculum each year, as well as growing clientele for the massage and bodywork clinic. And during the month of September they’re offering a free evaluation for pain management. The Ann Arbor School of Massage, Herbal & Natural Medicine is located at 3684 W. Liberty Rd., in Ann Arbor. For more information, call 734-769-7794, email nshaassociates@gmail.com or visit NaturopathicSchoolOfAnnArbor.net. See ad page 38.

Just when you thought you had mastered all the esoteric acronyms such RF Mesh, 900 MHz, 2.4 GHz ZigBee, and all the problems with ‘smart’ meters, here’s one more: Switching-Mode Power Supply or SMPS. This new element in the ‘smart’ meter con- A Smart Meter shielded with the Iron Maiden. troversy deserves immediate full official and public attention. In our on-going investigation into why so-called ‘smart’ meters being installed by PG&E, DTE, Consumers Energy, Duke Energy and many utilities against rising public opposition are causing so many people to be sick, and so many problems with other electric and electronic equipment, we have been fortunate to obtain the advice of electrical engineers. On examination of typical meters, including ABB, GE, ITRON and Landis+Gyr, and many others they report that, in addition to its RF transmitter, each wireless digital meter also has a component called the ‘switching-mode power supply’ (SMPS) – switching power supply for short. Its function is to ‘step down’ the 240v alternating current (AC) coming in from the utility pole power lines to the 3.3 to 12 volts of direct current (DC) required to run the meter’s digital electronics which record the electricity usage data and send out the various RF transmissions. The SMPS function emits sharp spikes of millisecond bursts constantly, 24/7. The SMPS on the commonly used ITRON Openway model, for instance, which is within the smart meter models widely installed by PG&E and other utilities throughout their territory, has been measured to emit spikes of up to 50,000 Hz and higher. This constant pulsing of high frequencies, in addition to the RF function, is causing not only interference with other electric and electronic equipment in many homes with smart meters installed, but also is causing havoc with biological systems in its field of exposure. We created the Iron Maiden©® to aid our friends and neighbors to protect themselves from the pulsing RF signal coming from a Smart Meter. It is much more effective than the typical wire mesh meter guards. In our testing the RF signal is still significant when using these mesh meter guards. The metal mesh meter guard does reduce the RF a bit, but many of our customers still report feeling these RF effects. My wife and I got up this morning telling each other how well we slept! It has been typical for me to get up every hour to an hour and half and I have been blaming my old prostate. Last night I slept soundly for 6 hours straight! You aren’t just selling a beneficial product—you are helping people protect their health from smart meters, thank you DE Filters! –Wayne For more info and schedule your healthy home evaluation call 734-627-7610. Visit DEFiltersLLC.com. See Green Living Department Sponsor ad page 21. Advertorial

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rt can be a powerful force for healing. Its potential manifests in a disabled man’s triumphant dance or cancer patient’s stirring self-portrait. Throughout America, art’s redemption takes center stage at hospitals, nursing homes, jails and homeless shelters. Even an entire city can be transformed when its citizens embrace public art to add beauty, create community and heal its broken places.

Art in Medical Settings According to Jill Sonke, director of the University of Florida (UF) Center for Arts in Medicine, approximately half of U.S. hospitals have art programs that provide positive distraction, enjoyment and connection. To humanize otherwise intimidating environments, visual artists and musicians are employed to install appealing exhibits and play relaxing music. Artists also work at the bedside with patients as part of inter-professional care teams. Serving as an artist-in-residence early in her career, Sonke remem16

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bers a young female patient with sickle cell disease whose bouts of extreme pain required hospitalization. Dance sessions eased her suffering and enabled doctors to reduce pain medications. “The way the patient described it was not that the pain was going away, but that she didn’t mind it as much because she was enjoying dancing,” she says. While facilitating Dance for Life classes for Parkinson’s patients, Sonke encountered a man suffering limited mobility and an inability to form facial expressions. After two months of biweekly sessions, he could lift his arms over his head and, to his wife’s delight, smile again. “It’s that multimodal capacity of the arts,” Sonke explains. “All at the same time, he was engaging in music, movement and imagery. He was moving with others and experiencing joy and laughter.” According to Sonke, ongoing research seeks to pinpoint the public health benefits of art. In Britain, they have learned that people over 50 visiting museums or concerts once a month are almost half as likely to develop depression in older age. Other studies suggest that music can unlock memories and improve cognition. UF

ART’S EMBRACE Healing Through Creativity by Sandra Yeyati researchers are currently investigating whether live music in emergency and trauma care settings can reduce the need for opioids. “When people engage in the arts, they often enter into a flow state, that experience of losing yourself in art where we lose track of time and what we’re doing is intrinsically motivated,” Sonke says. “A flow state can engage a relaxation response, helping to reduce stress and anxiety, which can enhance immune function.”

Art Therapy for Cancer Patients Board-certified art therapist Mallory Montgomery helps cancer patients in Detroit’s Henry Ford Hospital work through symptoms of depression, anxiety or trauma. “Any person seeking a talk therapist or social worker could also consult with an art therapist,” she says. “We have the same training, but use art instead of just words. Evidence suggests that art therapy accesses healing faster because you’re forging a deep mind/body connection.” When counseling a double mastectomy patient that has questions about who they are now that they’re missing a part of their identity, Montgomery might offer a printed body map so that they can pinpoint where they carry feelings of loss, pain or confusion. “By drawing or coloring in those areas, I’m asking them to show how they’re being affected physically, emotionally and spiritually, and to externalize the overwhelming, negative side of their problem,” she explains. Using a second body map, Montgomery might invite the patient to draw or paint in those same areas to transform the pain into

something more positive. “Is it going to blossom like a flower or be soothed with water? What imagery can you create that represents the opposite of your pain or an improvement of your concerns? We might also do a portrait to highlight other aspects of you and your personality that still exist, even though you no longer have a body part that was killing you,” she says. Montgomery’s emphasis is never on the quality of the art. “I walk the fine line between allowing patients to problem-solve how to make something look like what’s in their head and providing them with comfort and intervention so they don’t get so frustrated that they want to give up,” she notes. Montgomery keeps a visual journal for her own self-expression. “It helps me make sense of the world,” she says. “Art gives my voice and thoughts an outlet, something concrete and representational that reaches into the depth of what I’m experiencing.”

Redemption Songs in Skid Row About 10 years ago, violinist and recording artist Vijay Gupta took a wrong turn and ended up in Skid Row, a disadvantaged downtown Los Angeles neighborhood. “It felt like a gut punch,” he recalls. “I saw the gross inequality between Walt Disney Concert Hall where I performed for the LA Philharmonic and a community of 5,000 people less than two miles away sleeping in tents in extreme poverty.” To uplift and inspire people recovering from homelessness, addiction and incarceration, Gupta founded Street Symphony in

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2011 as a series of concert performances by world-class musicians. “One of our first venues was the Department of Mental Health,” he recalls. “After the second movement, the young violist I was performing with turned to the audience with tears in his eyes and said, ‘I’ve loved playing for you because I can feel your hearts.’ He shared that his mother had grappled with schizophrenia, his father was a prison guard and whenever he played for his family, he felt more connected to them. That’s when I began to see him as a human being who was in deep need of this work himself.”

“My dream is that meaning and beauty will be made every day in nursing homes, creating care settings so interesting that people want to visit them—a new kind of cultural center, integrating health and art.” Gupta has learned firsthand that healing is a two-way street. “When I come to Skid Row, I’m the one who feels lifted,” he says. As a result, Street Symphony has morphed into a collection of workshops and conversations that also employs jazz, reggae, hip-hop and West African musicians and vocalists from the Skid Row community. “We might play 30 minutes of music and then ask the audience what images, thoughts or memories came up for them,” he explains. In this community, art is neither entertainment nor a commodity, Gupta says. “It’s a lifeline; a way for people that have been devastated by poverty, addiction or trauma to add to their lives in a constructive way. We all have devastated places within ourselves that need healing and attention. Visiting Skid Row is a pilgrim18

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age to the broken place within myself, and in that way, it’s a spiritual place; my temple where I go to worship.”

Creative Care for People with Dementia Drawing from her theater background, Anne Basting, author of Creative Care, has developed an innovative approach to dementia and elder care. “Our current caregiving model envisions one person that’s empty and has lots of needs and the other person that’s full and pours themself into the other person, which leads to burnout,” she says. “Dementia and aging are experiences of increasing separation. People isolate themselves and learn not to trust their own expressive capacities, because their relatives and friends no longer know how to relate with them and often ignore their words.” Basting’s Creative Care changes this depleting dynamic. “In improvisational theater, you observe everything that’s happening on stage and try to figure out how you can add to the performance positively,” she explains. “Applying that idea to a care situation, you observe the person’s facial expressions, what they’re saying, how they’re behaving and then invite them into expression out of that moment with what we call a ‘beautiful question’, one that has no right or wrong answers and draws on the person’s strengths.” A beautiful question might be, “If your feet could talk, what would they say?” This offers people with pain a poetic way to express it. “I invited a gentleman with dementia who had no language—no words left—to show me how water moves. His response was the most beautiful dance I’d ever experienced, performed in the kitchen of his duplex,” Basting recalls, adding that it’s important to acknowledge the person’s expression so they know they’ve been heard. The final step in Creative Care is to accumulate these experiences over time and shape something larger and universally meaningful that can be shared with others—an artistic product. Basting founded the nonprofit TimeSlips to train artists and caregivers worldwide to do this visionary work. Their efforts have resulted

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in art exhibits, dance and theater productions, books and animations. “My dream is that meaning and beauty will be made every day in nursing homes, creating care settings so interesting that people want to visit them—a new kind of cultural center, integrating health and art,” she says.

Transforming a City with Public Art More than 4,000 works of public art grace the city of Philadelphia, three-quarters of which are breathtaking murals that combine world-class paintings and images with provocative words and healing messages. Art permeates virtually every neighborhood on walls, billboards, sidewalks, rooftops, swimming pools and basketball courts, enriching people from all walks of life, even those that don’t have access to galleries and museums. “Public art lifts our spirits, provides us with beauty and inspires us,” says Jane Golden, founder and executive director of Mural Arts Philadelphia (MAP). “It can be evocative, challenging and educational, as well, serving as a barometer of our time—a system of checks and balances and a mirror that we hold up to people and say that your life counts and you matter.” In addition to sponsoring 75 to 100 new works every year, MAP’s $10 million budget funds programs related to criminal justice, art education, housing insecurity, behavioral health, community development and environmental justice. According to Golden, the healing power of art is not just in the mural, but also in its collaborative creation. In addition to artists and educators, hundreds of people work on these projects, including individuals grappling with addiction or homelessness, veterans with PTSD and immigrants and refugees facing isolation and stigma. “The act of creating is a meditative and healing experience, and because you’re part of a larger effort, it connects you to your community,” Golden says. “People start to feel a sense of purpose and value. They start to believe in themselves again.” Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer and editor. Reach her at SandraYeyati@ gmail.com.

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YOGA TO HEAL TRAUMA Soothing Poses Calm the Nervous System by Marlaina Donato

etting on the yoga mat can be a powerful stress-buster that lowers blood pressure and excessive cortisol, but yoga can offer an added boon for those living with the lasting effects of traumatic events. Trauma-informed yoga (also called trauma-sensitive yoga) is a promising therapeutic branch of the yogic system designed to quell the body’s programmed “fight-or-flight” responses. Founded on yoga, psychology and neurobiology principles, the approach is in harmony with the ancient yogic concept of samskaras, or memories imprinted on our cellular consciousness. People from many walks of life can benefit from trauma-sensitive yoga including bullied teens, women rebounding from abuse and anyone impacted by pandemic turmoil. Research published in the journal Military Medicine in 2018 reports that U.S. veterans of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq that participated in a one-hour vinyasa-style yoga session for six weeks showed significantly lowered post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, as well as less insomnia, depression and anxiety.

Trauma-Intelligent Fitness. Yoga performed with trauma sensitivity can pick up where talk therapy leaves off, targeting the amygdala, the danger detector in the brain, and the vagus nerve that runs from the brain to the abdomen, which plays a vital role in processing trauma. “Somatic processing and treatment methodologies like yoga are now being used to help repair and rebuild distressed nervous systems, which in turn helps the brain integrate and ‘file’ distressing

memories,” says Beth Shaw, founder of YogaFit Training Systems Worldwide, the largest yoga teacher training school in North America, and the author of Healing Trauma with Yoga: Go From Surviving to Thriving with Mind-Body Techniques. The Fort Lauderdale-based yoga therapist and entrepreneur highlights the body’s role in trauma and stress. “The brain rewires itself around the traumatic event and memories stored in the tissues throughout the body. Yoga can help to free those memories, alleviating troubling emotions and thought patterns, as well as chronic somatic tension and hypervigilance.” Shaw draws upon new psychological and neurological discoveries, including polyvagal theory, that help explain the full impact of trauma and most importantly, how and why yoga helps to lessen these impacts. Trauma-informed yoga keeps the nervous system in mind, excluding poses and breathing techniques that might provoke a sense of vulnerability or overstimulation. Trained teachers adhere to nontouch assistance methods and often opt for well-lit studios to avoid a possible triggering atmosphere. A trauma-informed yoga teacher knows the inner workings of the nervous system,” explains Mandy Eubanks, a trauma-trained yoga educator and certified yoga instructor in Tulsa. “We have respect for the variety of responses that our clients have to yoga, meditation and breathwork practices. For example, we understand deep breathing will be calming to one person and agitating to another. We normalize clients’ responses and work with them to find an effective technique for that individual.” Teachers with specialized training and access to props can also support people on a yoga journey that are limited physically. Eubanks emphasizes, “Yoga truly is for everyone and every body.”

The Power of Choice and Individuality. Lisa Danylchuk, the Oakland-based author of Yoga for Trauma Recovery: Theory, Philosophy, and Practice, underscores that in a trauma-informed environment, everything a teacher instructs is an offering or invitation. “This is important because people who have endured trauma have often not had a say over what happens to their bodies. A good trauma-informed class cultivates somatic and psychological resources, and focuses, above all, on cultivating a sense of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual safety.” The founder of The Center for Yoga and Trauma Recovery believes it’s important to be responsive to individual needs. “Trauma affects so many different individuals and groups of people and in such a variety of ways that it is impossible to give one prescription. Some people might benefit from a weekly, 60- to 90-minute vinyasa-style class. Others might benefit from a short, five-minute daily restorative practice.” Shaw also stresses a tailored approach. “How one wishes to practice is up to the individual, but I suggest a combination of both one-on-one instruction and class format. If someone is in the throes of trauma, they will need a private session to start.” Eubanks adds the importance of consistency. “In my experience, it is about finding which yoga practices work best for the client and then encouraging them to find time to practice every day. Yoga for PTSD is not a one-and-done deal. It takes time, effort and belief in oneself.” Marlaina Donato is a body-mind-spirit author and recording artist. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com. September 2021

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Stainless Steel. Stainless steel cookware is easy to clean and

Healthy Cookware How to Choose Non-Toxic Pots and Pans by Amy Coyle

durable. It releases low levels of nickel and chromium if used to cook acidic foods, which is only a concern for those with corresponding sensitivities or allergies.

Copper. High-quality copper pots and pans have a long lifespan

and heat foods evenly. They are usually lined with stainless steel or tin to prevent toxicity. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recommends staying away from unlined copper cookware because copper can leach into acidic foods like tomatoes, fish, processed meats, grains and citrus fruits. When the coating starts to wear off lined copper, it’s time to replace the pot or pan.

Ceramic-Coated Aluminum. Aluminum dipped in a

ceramic mixture is safe to use, but wears away over time. To preserve the surface longer, refrain from using metal utensils or scouring pads or putting it in the dishwasher. Once the coating is compromised, the cookware may be unsafe due to aluminum toxicity. Look for ceramic-coated pans that are PFA-, PFOA-, lead- and cadmium-free.

Glass. Glass cookware is a healthy option if it’s new and handled carefully. Glass is an inert material, so nothing reacts with it or leaches from it. However, it can break easily if exposed to extreme temperature changes. If any chips or cracks develop, discard it.

rganic and locally sourced foods are eco-friendly and contribute to better health, a greener world and thriving communities. However, once the food is cooked, it may no longer be as healthy, depending on the cookware used. The myriad options, from classic pots and pans to the latest modern synthetic materials, can be confusing, but there are some basic factors to watch for in choosing environmentally sound and chemical-free cookware.

Ceramic. Pure ceramic cookware is made with clay and baked

in a kiln. If made in Latin America, including Mexico, such items may contain high lead levels. It’s recommended that these pieces not be used to cook, serve or store food. A kit is available to test for contaminants, if desired. Pots and crocks derived from pure, uncontaminated clay are excellent for slow-cooking stews and sauces, particularly recipes containing acidic foods like tomato or cabbage. Cooking foods in earthenware dates back 15,000 years.

Cast Iron. For classic, durable and versatile cookware, cast iron,

although heavy, will last a lifetime. While some iron can transfer to food, it’s difficult to measure and depends on the pan and the food. Naturopathic doctor Kara Fitzgerald, in Newtown, Connecticut, suggests caution. “If you have a history of iron overload (hemochromatosis), you should avoid cast iron cookware, especially for acidic foods.” Enameled cast iron has a nonstick, porcelain coating and is unaffected by acidity. Research published in the Japanese Journal of Hygiene suggests that the risk of acute or chronic toxicity associated with the use of this cookware under normal circumstances is extremely low.

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Nonstick. Teflon coating, made from polytetrafluoroethylene,

is for many consumers the go-to coating for nonstick cookware, but studies show that the chemical leaks into food at high temperatures or when scratched. Prior to 2013, the “forever chemical” perfluorooctanoic acid was used in the manufacturing process. Although discontinued after studies showed a possible link to cancer, older Teflon pans and those made in foreign countries still may pose a risk. Overall, the American Cancer Society considers Teflon safe. Caution should be used; however, once Teflon reaches 464° F, according to the Environmental Working Group, it begins to deteriorate. At 680° F, at least six toxic gases are released which may cause flu-like symptoms. Still, some cooks find nonstick cookware to be convenient because the surface works for most foods. “As long as the coating on your nonstick pots and pans is intact without scratches, then they should be safe to use. Nonstick cookware is budget-friendly and easy to clean,” says San Luis Obispo County, California, nutritionist and cookbook author Carrie Forrest of CleanEatingKitchen.com.

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“Stainless steel, cast iron and ceramic-coated pans don’t fully match the old-style nonstick ease, but are much better for you,” says kitchenware product researcher and designer Adam Heck, creator of TheGood LifeDesigns.com, in Toms River, New Jersey. “Grab a nonstick ceramic pan and use it only for busy days or super-delicate foods …. with proper care, you can enjoy years of use. Then, grab cast iron or stainless steel for everything else,” suggests Forrest. In the final analysis, the best cookware choice may be a variety of pots and pans for different meals and varied health concerns. Amy Coyle is a freelance writer in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania.

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Conquering Chronic Pain How the Body-Mind Connection Works by Ronica O’Hara

Launching on his own healing path, Hanscom came to a critical understanding: The abuse he had suffered as a child from a rage-filled mother, coupled with emotional repression and a fierce drive to excel as a surgeon, produced his high levels of anxiety. It turbocharged his central nervous system and set off a cascade of reactions that fed ever-rising levels of pain. “Your mind and body function as a unit with no separation,” he says. “Chronic pain results when your body is exposed to sustained levels of stress hormones, excitatory neurotransmitters and inflammatory protein. Your brain is sensitized and the nerve conduction speed is faster, so you physically feel more pain. It’s not ‘all in your mind’—it’s a normal physio-logical process.” After six months of intense inner work focused on his rage, Hanscom calmed his overwrought nervous system and his symptoms “essentially disappeared.” He began applying his experience to hundreds of spine patients, helping the great majority of them to avoid surgery altogether. In the book Back in Control, he describes his approach, which is designed for people with pain that is not caused by underlying structural or organ issues. He recommends these initial steps.

n Getting at least seven hours of sleep a night, which may require sleeping pills or natural methods.

n Doing expressive writing twice a day, which involves writing down

in longhand whatever is on the mind using graphic and descriptive language for 10 to 30 minutes, and then promptly tearing it up. Neurological research shows that this simple practice rewires the brain. “Some people experience remarkable pain relief right away,” he says.

n Practicing “active meditation” throughout the day by mindfully focusing each time on a sight, sound or s ensation for five to 10 seconds.

or three decades, David Hanscom was a top-ranked orthopedic surgeon in Seattle who daily put the scalpel to injured, deformed and twisted spines. Privately, he writhed in pain himself. He was beset over 15 years with burning feet, insomnia, tinnitus, anxiety, skin rashes, crushing chest pain, depression, sweats, heart palpitations and tension headaches, among other symptoms. That put him among the estimated 50 million American adults afflicted with chronic pain for which relief is hard to come by and often short-lived. The standard medical approaches of surgery and injections often don’t work well or last long for many patients, research shows. Opioids, once a standby, are now prescribed sparingly after being implicated in half a million overdose deaths. Treatment is especially elusive for the one in six adults and 30 to 40 percent of primary care patients with pain or chronic conditions considered “medically unexplained”. As a result, integrative pain management, which focuses on both mind and body and incorporates medical and holistic approaches, is growing in importance. Major medical centers such as the Mount Sinai Health System and Cleveland Clinic, as well as practitioners such as chiropractors and homeopaths, offer dozens of modalities to turn around painful conditions. Sometimes a single simple method works quickly for a patient with a straightforward symptom; more often, it takes a combination of approaches over time to reverse pain, especially if it is complex, sustained or recurring. 22

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For deep, sustained healing, he stresses the importance of forgiveness, gratitude, self-discovery, exploring a spiritual path, relearning playfulness and connecting with others. Medication may be necessary initially, he says, and as pain levels recede, most people become ready to improve their diet and exercise more. Understanding the mind/body connection is key in pain management, concurs gastroenterologist David D. Clarke, M.D., author of They Can’t Find Anything Wrong! and president of the Portland, Oregon-based Psychophysiologic Disorders Association. “When medical evaluation shows no problems with organs or structures, then the pain is being generated by the brain, similar to what happens in phantom limb pain, where people feel pain in the location of an amputated arm or leg,” he says. “Chronic pain generated by the brain generally occurs due to stress, an emotional/psychological trauma or strong negative emotions (often toward people the patient cares about) that are not fully recognized. Often, these issues began due to adverse childhood experiences, which can be anything you would not want a child of your own to endure. I recommend people explore these possibilities on their own, with a loved one or with a therapist.” That process might sound daunting, but so is suffering crippling pain. “The most important thing for people to know is that pain can be successfully treated, relieved and often cured with the right techniques,” says Clarke. Health writer Ronica O’Hara can be reached at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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Pharmaceutical-Free Healing with Dr. Krasnick

rasnick Regenerative Medicine owner Dr. Robert Krasnick says, “With the use of regenerative injections, patients are able to avoid the long-term use of prescription medication, steroid injections and frequent surgical intervention, all of which have higher risk for side effects and do not promote healing.” Krasnick attended undergraduate and medical school at the University of Michigan and specialized in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Rush Presbyterian St. Lukes Hospital, in Chicago, and has trained in regenerative therapies through the Hackett/Hemwall/ Patterson Foundation, as well the American Association for Orthopedic Medicine. He advises, “People should consider regenerative medicine for pain that is unresolved with traditional approaches. Whether it is back pain, tennis elbow or osteoarthritis of the knee, I have seen remarkable success with our treatment approach.” Regenerative medicine for musculoskeletal or orthopedic conditions and injuries, also known as orthobiologics, is a natural approach to healing. He explains, “This field really started in the 1930s and prolotherapy was coined in the 1950s. Prolotherapy involves using a dextrose solution to inject damaged ligaments,

tendons, fascia and other connective tissues to generate cellular repair. Over the past 10 to 15 years, treatment with platelets, or PRP, and stem cells from bone marrow aspirate/concentrate or adipose tissue, has advanced the field considerably in terms of public interest and an exponential leap in research.” Krasnick became interested in prolotherapy about 25 years ago as an alternative to the accepted standard of care which included steroid injections, anti-inflammatory medications and other pain medications. “Many patients I was treating only temporarily improved

and required repeated steroids, long-term medications or ended up having surgery. Prolotherapy proved to be an alternative treatment that avoided the use of steroids and drugs and promoted healing of injured connective tissue. I saw patients markedly improve with this treatment and avoid the side effects of standard treatment and frequently avoid surgery. The goal of regenerative medicine is healing and repair, and our bodies sometimes need the correct stimulus to initiate this process,” he notes. Once pain is decreased and structural integrity is improved, patients are able to resume activities such as going for a walk, working in the garden or participating in athletics. Krasnick’s treatment approach is comprehensive, taking into account the whole body. This includes evaluating everything from biomechanics to nutrition in the treatment plan. Additionally, he uses ultrasound to assess soft tissue and joint problems and also for guidance during injections to enable more precise treatment and improved outcomes. “To help enhance and support the healing process, we offer IV nutritional therapies, peptides, ozone therapy and a new and more powerful form of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMF) called extracorporal magnetotransduction therapy (EMTT) to assist and promote healing from a cellular level,” says Krasnick. Krasnick Regenerative Medicine is located at 210 Little Lake Dr., Ste. 8, in Ann Arbor. For appointments and more information, call 734-585-5653 or visit KrasnickRegen.com. See ad page 26.

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Martha Beck on Living with Integrity by Sandra Yeyati

monthly contributor to O, The Oprah Magazine, for the last 17 years, Martha Beck, Ph.D., is a Harvard-trained sociologist and New York Times bestselling author of nine nonfiction books, one novel and more than 200 magazine articles. Her most recent book is The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self.

of meaning in your life. Without a sense of purpose, our lives start to feel dull, and then we start to experience anger, sadness, grief, irritability, anxiety and depression. If we don’t pay attention, our bodies start to give out because we’re deeply biologically programmed to tell the truth. Our career and relationships start to fall apart, and often we end up being addicted to cope with the pain.

Why did you write this new book? They say the truth will set you free, so 30 years ago, I decided I wouldn’t lie once for an entire calendar year, and it completely changed my life. Ever since, I’ve done integrity cleanses: If anything doesn’t feel like my real self, if it isn’t what I really want to do or what I truly believe, I just won’t do. I started my last integrity cleanse seven years ago, and I’m still in the middle of it because it’s so liberating, dramatically improving my health, business and relationships. After 30 years, I have a method, so I decided to share it with people.

How do you define integrity? The word comes from the Latin integer, meaning whole or undivided. In engineering, if an airplane is in perfect structural integrity, it can do amazing things. But if its parts aren’t all working in harmony with each other, it may not take off, it may be impossible to steer, it may crash. Being in harmony with your true self enables you to do all the things that will most fulfill you and to realize your destiny if you believe you have one—and I believe we do.

Why, when and how do we lose sight of our true selves? From the moment we’re born, we start 24

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How do we regain our integrity?

getting messages from people about how they’d like us to behave. We try to do it to fit in, to belong. When someone tries to get us to do something that isn’t true for us, we abandon ourselves and decide to do what pleases them. Every person I’ve worked with, including psychopaths and murderers, has at some point said, “I need to please people. I need to be admired. I need to be liked. I need to be accepted.” It’s such a deep part of the psyche that we will abandon our own comfort to satisfy it, and we won’t even know that we’re out of integrity.

How does this inner conflict manifest itself? When you stray from your integrity, it’s an abandonment of self. You’ll feel a deep but sometimes subtle unease. Most of us are trained not to notice, but if you’re not paying attention to your own truth and what you really want, you eventually develop symptoms. The most painful is loss

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You feel what you’re feeling and notice any place you’re uncomfortable, which is information that’s always available to you. Many of us are frightened to do that and maybe haven’t done it for many years, but once you find out you’re not comfortable, I advise making a series of one-degree turns away from the things that aren’t right for you, nudging yourself gently toward things that make you happy every day. As you edge your life in that direction with small changes, enormous things can happen.

What are the benefits of living with integrity? Any time we yearn for something in a very deep, intense way, it’s always immediately given to us, but it’s sent to the place that is our real home, which is peace. It waits for you there. When you get into your integrity, you find incredible peace. And at that point, everything you’ve wanted in your whole life seems to be waiting for you. Peace is your home. Integrity is the way to it, and everything you have ever longed for will meet you there. Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer and editor. Reach her at SandraYeyati@ gmail.com.

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someone’s day a little brighter. I realized that this was not only a good way to earn a living, it was also a way to make my corner of the world a little happier,” says Spangler. Over the next 18 months, the Boober fleet grew to 17 pedicabs, hiring drivers that were in recovery and needed a steady income and a second chance. Spangler notes, “Boober also provides life skill workshops to our employees so they could continue to grow. Today, we are expanding, both in size and scope. We are

“The end goal is that forgiveness is a continual daily practice.”

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oober (rhymes with Uber) may not exactly be a rags-toriches story, but it’s close. Boober Tours founder Kevin Spangler is ferrying people around Ann Arbor in pedicabs, a modern take on the ancient rickshaw taxi. It’s gaining popularity for bar-hopping and romantic rendezvous. There’s even an app, Go Boober, to make things more convenient. Spangler was living in a homeless shelter in Ann Arbor and recalls, “I had no driver’s license and no transportation, so I needed a plan to earn income that did not rely on these things. I knew that with my history, my job prospects were limited. For some, entrepreneurship is a goal; for me, it was a necessity.” In March 2016, he bought his first pedal-powered pedicab and hit the streets of Ann Arbor picking up and dropping off people for a fee. “There is something about a ride in a pedicab that forces people to have fun and smile. I loved being able to make

now offering weddings and corporate event services. as well as pub crawl taxis. We also partner with the business community by providing a mobile advertising platform.” Personal drama colors Spangler’s life journey. “Overcoming resentment is my biggest achievement to date,” he explains. “Living in resentment clouded my mind and created more negativity. Back in 2007, I learned about forgiveness, but at that time I said I could never forgive my father. I continued to go in and out of jail because of the resentment. In jail I would forgive, but as time would go by I would unforgive. The last time I went to jail, I organized a goal that I always work on—moving people to forgive. The end goal is that forgiveness is a continual daily practice. I used to view my whole childhood negatively, but now after forgiving, I actually realize most of my childhood was happy and that I was just finding ways to blame other people for my problems.” Three books; Awaken The Giant Within, Awaken To Life’s Inner Purpose and Change Your Brain Change Your Life, by Tony Robbins, were a big help to him. “Through the reading of these books, I learned that our foundation is our subconscious brain, which is 95 percent of our brain power, which is programmed to make decisions. I used to believe overcoming addiction was hard, and I always gave up when I hit a roadblock. Now I’ve transformed that word hard to easy.” He also discovered Nicherin Buddhism and says, “We chant nam myoho renge kyo, which means ‘devotion to the mystic law through cause and effect and sound and vibration’, which means to me the energy you put in the universe is the energy you get back, and you cannot lie to the universe.” Treehouse 603 has been Boober Tours main advertiser and has really helped the service grow. Future plans include expanding the Go Boober app to Austin, Chicago and other markets, eventually turning it into an entertainment social media platform. Spangler shares, “After that, I want to be a motivational speaker teaching people how to forgive, because I believe forgiveness was the most pivotal part of my life.” Natural Awakenings readers enjoy a 33 percent discount off their next Booze Cruise or Family Tour. To book a Boober Cruise or Tour around Ann Arbor, download the Go Boober app for IOS. For more information, call 734-686-2087 or visit BooberTours.com. See Kevin Spangler and one of his rigs on the front cover of this month’s issue and see Treehouse 603’s ad on page 31. September 2021

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Creative Kids

How to Nurture Imagination by Ronica O’Hara

oung children are naturally curious and inventive, yet research shows that their creative thinking skills peak at around age 6 and start to decline once they start formal schooling—a trend that’s accelerating in recent years with kids’ heavy digital use. This doesn’t bode well for their future on our rapidly changing planet. “Our world continues to evolve at an unprecedented rate. It’s estimated that many of the jobs we will need in 10 or 20 or 30 years haven’t yet been invented,” says children’s education psychologist Charlotte Reznick, Ph.D., author of The Power of Your Child’s Imagination. “Kids of today need to stretch their creative juices to come up with these new jobs and prepare for an ever-challenging and changing world.” Parents are integral in nourishing creativity, but according to research from the Lifelong Kindergarten Group at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Media Lab, the role of parents is less about “teaching” creativity and more about creating a fertile environment in which creativity will take root, grow and flourish. Establishing that rich forum involves some simple strategies.

Encourage their curiosity

“An attitude of curiosity connected to wonder, acceptance, flexibility and openness can bring out innovation and novelty,”

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says Reznick. That means not only being responsive to kids’ questions like, “Why do strawberries have seeds on the outside?” but also engaging their imagination to explore the world and to solve everyday problems. “Ask them, ‘What would it take to finish this project?’ Make it fun, brainstorm and mind-map, rather than make linear lists,” she suggests. “Ask open-ended questions, perhaps a bit out of the norm. ‘How did you feel when you were writing that short story? What colors crossed your mind as you were singing? What music was flowing through your body as you were painting?’ The idea is to mix things up a bit to allow a new take on your child’s emerging creativity.”

Having lots of paper, paints, pens and other craft items on hand in a place where a child can easily access them enables creativity to flow when the mood hits.

Let them follow their bliss.

Make creativity easy.

“The biggest mistake I see parents making in wanting to encourage creativity is leading their children and telling them what to do,” says Jen Lumanlan, host and founder of the research-based parenting podcast YourParenting Mojo.com. “When we instead see our role not as being the Sage on the Stage but rather the Guide on the Side, we don’t have to drag the child through a curriculum kicking and screaming; instead, the child asks us for more opportunities to follow their interest. They will ask insightful questions, read books, watch videos, draw their ideas, consult with experts, put on plays,

develop an understanding of the world with their whole bodies (not just their heads) and teach others. It’s truly incredible to see.”

Having lots of paper, paints, pens and other craft items on hand in a place where a child can easily access them enables creativity to flow when the mood hits. “You don’t have to have a huge budget for supplies. Save old cardboard boxes, empty paper towel rolls, cereal boxes and scrap paper. Give your child some markers and masking tape. I bet you’ll be amazed at what can be created from the simplest materials,” says Liam Davies, a Berkeley dad of two who blogs about sustainable family fishing at FishingCommand.com. “Have plenty of loose parts available. Loose parts can be anything your child

turns into something else,” suggests Maria Kemery, of Philadelphia, who blogs at the parenting website PlacesWeCallHome.com. “Bottlecaps become money, scarves become a doll’s dress, clean recycle bin items become robot parts or a collection of acorns becomes a bowl of soup. Having an assortment of loose parts encourages your child to engage in symbolic play (substituting one item for another), which builds creativity.”

Allow them to be bored.

“Kids often complain they are bored. I love that, because bored is also where new ideas come from,” says Reznick. “Our mind abhors a vacuum, so sooner or later, a creative spark will ignite.” That’s what Lorton, Virginia, mom Lauren Schmitz, who blogs at TheSimpleHomeschooler.com, witnessed. “I turned off the screens and stopped trying to provide entertainment for my children and the results were amazing. My middle child, who is the most screen-obsessed kid that I know, started doing things like making her own magazine, building dioramas and putting on plays. She suddenly wanted to paint, build a robot and learn about aerial dancing. Boredom is the best way to give a child space to think, create, imagine and build.” Natural health writer Ronica O’Hara can be reached at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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Foraged Fungi Fare Cooking with Wild Mushrooms by April Thompson

ild mushrooms can infuse exciting new flavors and textures into familiar dishes, along with a taste of the local terroir, the natural habitat, from woods to plate. “I first encountered wild mushrooms through local foragers, then later from specialty food purveyors who would fly mushrooms from around the world into our kitchen. They were the most unique

ingredients I could find, offering colors, flavors and textures I had never experienced … pure catnip for a chef,” says Alan Bergo, a Minnesota chef and author of The Forager Chef ’s Book of Flora. Recipes at ForagerChef.com feature more than 60 species of wild edible fungi, from common deer mushrooms to prized porcinis. The intriguing flavors of wild mushrooms in part come from their diets,

akin to the difference between grain- and grass-fed meats. “For fungi, their food is their habitat. Cultivated mushrooms have less variety of the micronutrients and secondary metabolites that can add flavor to a wild mushroom,” says Eugenia Bone, a New York City food journalist and editor of Fantastic Fungi: The Community Cookbook. Foraged fungi also offer a host of nutritional benefits surpassing commercially grown mushrooms. Wild mushrooms like chanterelles and morels can contain up to 1,200 international units (IU) of vitamin D per serving, whereas commercial mushrooms, typically grown in dark conditions, contain less than 40 IU, according to the Harvard School of Public Health. While foraging is the most satisfying way to procure wild mushrooms, they are becoming increasingly available through farmers’ markets, online purveyors and gourmet stores. Some species that grow wild throughout North America such as oysters, maitake (hen of the woods) and lion’s mane are also grown commercially; these can be suitable for transitioning from buying to hunting. Sam Fitz, owner of ANXO Cidery & Tasting Room, a neighborhood taproom in Washington, D.C., picked up mush-

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Foraged fungi offer a host of nutritional benefits surpassing commercially grown mushrooms. tree mushroom, also known as sulphur shelf, has a taste, texture and color that so closely resembles chicken that many recipes use it as a meat substitute. “People are so blown away by its meaty texture they can’t believe they are being served mushrooms,” says Fitz. When preparing mushrooms, “Forget what you know about cooking vegetables,” says Bone. “Also forget the notion that mushrooms are too delicate to take washing or high heat. Mushrooms are extremely hardy because of the chitin in their cell walls, a compound that is more like fingernails than the cellulose of plants. You can cook mushrooms twice and they will still retain their integrity.” Because the amino acids in mushrooms respond to heat more like meat than vegetables, Bone suggests searing mushrooms on the grill or under the broiler. “A slice of maitake will cook beautifully on the grill,” she says. When cooking a particular species for the first time, Bone recommends oven-roasting the mushrooms wrapped in parchment paper. “When you open up the parchment, you can really smell the mushroom. It’s a wonderful way to pick up subtle flavor differences and see how the mushroom handles,” she says. Since fungi take on all sorts of shapes and sizes, Bergo suggests letting a mushroom’s morphology inform how to cook it. Lion’s mane, for example, has a texture that mimics crabmeat, so faux crab cakes make a fun dish that honors its form. “Chefs tend to chop things up, but I prefer to cook many mushrooms whole, especially when they have interesting shapes,” says Bergo. One of the chef ’s go-to preparations of oyster mushrooms is to toss large pieces in seasoned flour or brush them with mustard, then bake until crispy. “They turn into cool-looking, crispy croutons you can put on a salad or eat as a snack,” he says. Connect with Washington, D.C., freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

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mainstream, and yet many physicians practicing Western medicine continue to refute its clinical efficacy. First observed in Israel in 1992, the discovery of the ECS rightfully should have rocked the world of medicine. But, largely due to prohibition of cannabis, the breakthrough went mostly unnoticed by the scientific community until recently. Research has shown the ECS serves a biological function as a molecular signaling system for other functional systems, such as metabolic regulation. “The most valuable feature of the ECS seems to be neuromodulatory, helping the body to maintain homeostasis,” says Relkin, a noted neurologist. “We are in the early stages of research. While there appears to be a multitude of immune, endocrine, antimicrobial and antifungal properties of cannabinoids, more research is needed, but the ECS certainly helps keep our body’s systems in balance.”

Only recently has the discovery of the value of cannabis as a therapeutic tool in the arsenal of medicine entered the mainstream. Understanding how the ECS works in the body is a major component to unleashing the optimal biological potential of the cannabinoids (CBD, CBG and THC are just a few of hundreds in the cannabis plant) and terpenes (the molecules that give each cannabis cultivar its unique taste and smell profile) within the cannabis plant. Terpenes and cannabinoids work synergistically within the body to produce an ensemble effect to achieve maximum molecular potential, much in the way a symphony works in concert to produce melodies. When choosing cannabis/CBD products, it is important to know how our body will react to the cannabinoids and terpenes therein. Knowing that cannabinoids can work within a complex system of receptors naturally occurring in our body can help to select the most appropriate products for a particular set of needs. Many people find relief through micro-doses of cannabis products. Always start with small doses until familiar with the effect before scaling up the dose. Many users find that when they unlock the power of the ECS, they can eliminate some of the prescription or over-the-counter medications they were previously relying on to maintain health. It always helps to do research. One major component of research involves the certificate of analysis (COA). Always ask to see the COA, which will tell the customer exactly what cannabinoids and terpenes are present in the product. With the combination of a little knowledge and the right products, we can unlock the potential of one very powerful system within our own body. For more information, visit SativaBasics.com.

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Horses as Healers

Equine Therapy has Physical and Emotional Benefits

says Traci Leigh, equine manager and instructor at Dream Riders TLC, in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Therapeutic Riding. Beyond working as co-therapists for emotional issues, horses are excellent for occupational, speech and physical therapy. “Riding a horse rhythmically moves the rider’s body in a manner similar to a human gait. Their pelvic movement is the same as ours, so riders with physical needs often show improvement in flexibility, balance, muscle strength, circulation and breathing,” says Pamela J. Rogan, founder, executive director and certified therapeutic riding instructor at Harmony Farms, in Cocoa, Florida. “It will also enhance a rider’s quality of life, build confidence, independence and self-esteem. This is particularly true of riders with emotional or behavioral disabilities.” Research shows that children and adults with cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke and other conditions that affect motor control saw improvements in balance, gait, gross motor function and posture after several weeks of equine-assisted treatment.

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orses are being increasingly used to help people work through emotional and physical challenges, and for good reason: Numerous studies have shown that equine-assisted therapy helps with anger, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and dissociative or other emotional problems. It works whether the therapy involves riding or simply feeding and grooming. Building the relationship increases people’s self-confidence, social skills, trust, empathy and emotional regulation, and helps them establish routines, structure and a sense of responsibility—all skills that are transferable to daily life.

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involves counseling with a mental health professional and time riding or caring for a horse. The horse is considered a co-therapist. Forming a relationship with an animal that weighs 1,000 pounds or more may be intimidating, but the required vulnerability and trust is part of the process.

“Horses show us how to live together in harmony. They teach us about acceptance of others and of ourselves,” says Marcy Tocker, clinical mental health counselor and founder and executive director of Grey Muzzle Manor Sanctuary, in Mohrsville, Pennsylvania. “In some cases, I see results more quickly using equine therapy than solely with office therapy. I also see more motivation from typically resistant clients because this can actually be fun, too,” says Meagan Good, a counselor and owner of Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy, in Wernersville, Pennsylvania. “Horses are relationship-oriented and intuitively sense and honestly respond to the emotions of those around them, which makes the horse-human bond a powerful healing mechanism.” “Horses have similar emotions to humans—they get stressed out, happy, impatient. That’s why equine-assisted services are so popular,” 32

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Horses at Work. “I look for horses who are not afraid of new things, but curious about them … a horse that thinks through a new situation, that expresses himself freely and that enjoys interacting with humans,” says Good. “From there, my professional team works on building a relationship with that horse so that the horse feels safe to build relationships with clients who may or may not have any horse background.” There are certifications and advanced courses that ensure appropriate training of the therapists and instructors, the safety of the people receiving services and the training and well-being of the horses. Reputable organizations include the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (eagala.org), the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (pathintl.org) and Natural Lifemanship (NaturalLifemanship.com). “In addition to requiring that the horses are quiet, gentle animals and physically and mentally sound, they are trained to be desensitized to noise, wheelchairs, walkers and different types of therapeutic equipment that riders may need for safety or postural assistance,” says Leigh. Her horses get four weeks off every year and work a schedule that ensures ample time to rest and recharge during the day. “The horse is a co-therapist. They are doing a job, and it’s a not an easy job,” says Tocker. “To ensure the well-being of our equine therapists, they get ample time off and massages. They’re taking on a lot, so we want to make sure they don’t burn out.” “I have horses that seem to step in and ‘protect’ clients when they are feeling vulnerable. I have horses who try to help regulate the anxious client by breathing or yawning or nuzzling,” says Good. “For the most part, we trust the horses to just be themselves, and what they bring is always helpful for the client.” “Horses are able to be present and focus solely on what is going on around them. They do not think about the future or the past or judge people based on what they look like or what experiences they may have had,” says Tocker. “I feel like I witness miracles every time I do a session at the barn.” Julie Peterson writes about health and wellness from rural Wisconsin. Reach out at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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The Power of the Written Note by Julie Peterson

irthdays, weddings, holidays and other momentous occasions have long been celebrated with cards and letters. The rise of emailing, texting and social media has made writing letters a forgotten treasure as many of us have instead come to use quick but fleeting messages via technology. Perhaps it’s time to bring back the nostalgia, the handwriting and a box full of stationery for all occasions. A handwritten note ensures someone will know we took the time to think, write and send. Here’s how to get started.

Stock Supplies. Nothing inspires writing notes more than a box or drawer full

of inviting cards and paper. Cards that are blank inside are multi-purpose. Stickers and beautiful postage stamps can make an envelope look like a gift. Get a few good pens in a variety of colors and start writing.

Be Thankful. After receiving a gift or an act of kindness, send a thank-you card or letter. Do it soon after the event, so that the memory is fresh and the note will contain

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Talk-Write. Don’t get stuck when pen hits paper, just imagine what would be said out loud and write those words. Our words won’t sound like the poem in a storebought card, but words from the heart are better because they are personal and likely more meaningful to the recipient. The reader will hear the writer’s voice in the note. Be honest and sincere. Write and Repeat. Make writing a habit by sending three notes each week. If nothing spurs a thank-you, then send a card just to say hello or give appreciation. Perhaps it’s a “remember when” or an “I miss you” note. Browse through contact lists to get inspiration. If nobody strikes a chord for a note, write a self-praise letter. Be sure to list your best and most lovable qualities and put it in the mail. It will be a nice warm-fuzzy surprise when it arrives. These kinds of letters and cards are like loving hugs. For some, a sweet note via mail or tucked somewhere to be discovered may be a much needed joyful spark. Julie Peterson writes from Wisconsin. Reach her at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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Restorative Yin Yoga – 5:30-7pm. Also Wed. Class focusing on the breath and relaxation using props to provide support when needed to create space in the body and increase flexibility. Bring mat, blanket and props. Suggested donation $8. Ann Arbor School of Massage, 3684 W Liberty Rd, Ann Arbor. 734-7697794. NaturopathicSchoolOfAnnArbor.net.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Online: Give Your Pantry a Makeover – 121pm. Whether it’s been a long-term goal of yours or a more recent, pandemic-inspired one to figure out how to meal plan and cook from scratch on a regular basis, it all starts with what’s in your pantry. FWW team member Liza Baker, we’ll take a look at how to stock your kitchen with the best-choice foods—whatever your current eating style. $12/ person. Register: Tinyurl.com/uubyjy96.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Stewardship Workday: Oakwoods Nature Area – 9am-12pm. National Day of Service and Remembrance. Help remove invasive shrubs such as buckthorn and honeysuckle so that the wildlife can thrive. Tools, snacks and know-how provided. Free. Location given after registration. Pre-registration required: Tinyurl.com/Oakwoo091121.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Monarch Migration Festival – 1-4pm. An opportunity to release own monarch butterfly or sponsoring a butterfly for us to release in our pollinator garden. $7/ Individual Admission, $25 Pollinator Partners Pack Add-on. Leslie Science & Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd, Ann Arbor. Registration required: LeslieSNC.org. Dawn Farm 48th Anniversary Jamboree – 1-6pm. Includes hayrides, kids’ games, a live and a silent auction, live music, a yard sale, amazing food and Dawn Farm’s lovable animals. Online & in-person. Free. Dawn Farm, 6633 Stony Creek Rd, Ypsilanti. DawnFarm.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Ask Me Anything!: Kelly Goodell – 6:30-8:30pm. Kelly Goodell is a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Astrologer, Medium and Energy Mapping Strategist. She helps people get unstuck in their

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The Sunday Artisan Market – Thru Dec 19. 11am4pm. Unique local arts & crafts. Meet the artists and support local art. Free parking. Ann Arbor Farmers’ Market Pavilion, 315 Detroit St, Ann Arbor. Sunday ArtisanMarket.org.

ongoing events

daily Free 15-Day Meditation Challenge – 6am11:55pm. Join this challenge to get a free 15-day program introducing mindfulness and meditation. Get daily prompts explaining how to do sitting meditation plus mindfulness checks at the end of each day. Free. wix.to/kkAZB0A. A Garden of Earthy Delights – Thru Oct 3. 10am4pm. We’ve teamed up with the Ann Arbor Potters Guild to present a series of monumental, multi-piece sculptures inspired by nature and in celebration of the Guild’s 70th anniversary. Free. Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor. Schedule visit: mbgna.umich.edu. 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.

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. 734358-0218. EnlightenedSoulCenter.com.

mondays Chelsea Online Farmers’ Market – Mon-Thurs. Saturday pick-up. For details: ChelseaFarmersMkt.org. Virtual Pilates with Gwyn – 9:30-10am. Build a better understanding of your mind & body connections through alignment, posture and natural movement awareness. $5/class. GwynJonesPilates.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@SelfRealizationCentreMichigan.org.

Tiny Lions Lounge & Adoption Center (TLC) – 12-7pm, Wed-Sun. Offers feline-friendly activities with kittens and cats available to take home. 5245 Jackson Rd, Ste A1, 734-661-3575. TinyLions.org.

tuesdays

sundays

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.

Hudson Valley Humane Society Rescue Reading – 10am-12pm. Includes humane education lessons, group read-aloud and dog meet-and-greet. Drop-off event. $10; space limited. HSHV.org/RescueReading.

Ypsilanti Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 3-7pm. 16 S Washington St, Ypsilanti. GrowingHope.net.

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wednesdays Chelsea Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 1-5pm. Chelsea State Bank Lot, Old U.S. 12 / S Main St, Chelsea. ChelseaFarmersMkt.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. Online: Conscious Leaders Group Coaching – Thru Dec. 3-4pm. A place to receive continuous guidance for leading with compassion and flow. Includes 2 monthly calls, where you can bring questions or issues to be coached around. Learn about your blind spots, tackle your growth edges, and build resilience for your leadership. $222/mo. AmbrosiAlanimals. MyKajabi.com/offers/Fcot2cjT/checkout. Restorative Yin Yoga – 5:30-7pm. See Sun listing. Ann Arbor School of Massage, 3684 W Liberty Rd, Ann Arbor. 734-769-7794. NaturopathicSchool OfAnnArbor.net. Crazy Wisdom Bookstore and Tea House Poetry Circle – 7-9pm. 2nd & 4th Wed. Features a reading by a well-published poet followed by open mic. For Zoom link: CWPoetryCircle@gmail.

thursdays Leaderless Walks in Nichols Arboretum – Thru Sept. 8-11am. With Washtenaw Audubon Society. All invited to join a walk through the Arb to look for resident flora and fauna. Free. Meet at the cul-de-sac at the end of Riverview off Geddes. Pre-registration required: WashtenawAudubon.org. Virtual Private Training with Gwyn – 10:15-10:45am. Individual training to reach your posture and alignment goals. Build strength, mobility and movement pattern awareness. $40/30 min. GwynJonesPilates.com.

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. 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. 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. 734358-0218. EnlightenedSoulCenter.com.

fridays Virtual TRX with Gwyn – 8:15-8:45am. TRX is a suspension training workout that will give total-body health benefits for everyone. Modifications given for every move. $10. GwynJonesPilates.com. 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.

saturdays Ann Arbor Farmers’ Market – Thru Dec. 7am3pm. 315 Detroit St, Ann Arbor. A2Gov.org. Saline Summer Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov. 8am-12pm. Downtown, S Ann Arbor St, half block south of Michigan Ave, Saline. CityOfSaline.org/ farmersmarket. Chelsea Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am-1pm. Palmer Commons, 222 S Main St, Chelsea. Chelsea FarmersMkt.org.

Ypsilanti Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 9am-1pm. 100 Rice St, Ypsilanti. GrowingHope.net. InterPlay: Dive Deep into Creative Self-Expression – 11am-2pm. 2nd Sat. An active, creative way to unlock the wisdom of the body. Through simple improvisational forms, it uses movement, sound, storytelling, stillness, and contact to provide a powerful forum for creative expression, self-exploration, connection and play. Friends Meeting House, 1420 Hill St, Ann Arbor. 231-421-3120. SoulWays Healing.com. 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. EvenstarsChalice.com.

classifieds HELP WANTED LOOKING FOR DEDICATED AND PASSIONATE DISTRIBUTOR / SALES OF ALLNATURAL PRODUCTS. This is not a MLM; this is based on product sales of retail and sales to the public. This will include contacting the public as well as outdoor and indoor events. Calling on stores and businesses. Must be passionate about healthy living and helping others be healthy. Michiganmade products. We are a licensed, insured, certified company. Please contact U.P. Chaga Connection 906-282-0787 (Serious inquiries only). RELAXSTATION, VOTED A2’S BEST MASSAGE, IS HIRING! Our massage therapists earn $35K to $40K annually as W-2 employees for a 30-hour (including breaks) weekly schedule. New location on Packard Street between Argus Farm Stop and the Buddhist Temple offers traditional full body massage as well as fully clothed table massage, plus onsite chair massage at UT and local businesses. Free parking. Friendly, diverse and supportive community of co-workers. Relaxstation.com. Ask for Carrie, 734-623-1951.

May the Sacred heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. Our prayers were answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Respectfully, The Hench Family September 2021

community resource guide ALTERNATIVE PAIN MANAGEMENT KRASNICK REGENERATIVE MEDICINE

210 Little Lake Dr, Ste 8, Ann Arbor 734-585-5653 KrasnickRegen.com

Krasnick Regenerative Medicine is an alternative practice that provides non-surgical treatments for joint, muscle and back pain using treatments such as prolotherapy, prolozone and platelet-rich plasma. See ad page 26.

AROMATHERAPY ROSY GLOW AROMATHERAPY

Margo Hertzfeld, Certified Aromatherapist 419-360-0169 RosyGlowWellness.com Clinically certified aromatherapist offers holistic consultations with customized blends of professional quality essential oils. Trust Margo to help you understand the complicated world of aromatherapy. Her holistic approach can help you maximize your benefits from this powerful therapy and minimize side effects. Aromatherapy is a wonderful way to integrate natural healing into your life. Phone consultations are available.

BIOLOGICAL DENTIST ANN ARBOR’S DENTIST

Dr. W. K. Dobracki, DDS 606 W Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, 48103 734-747-6400 DrDobracki@AnnArborsDentist.com AnnArborsDentist.com Passionate about holistic care while utilizing Bio-Compatible materials and lasers. Our patients can elect to be free from fluoride, mercury and other harmful metals. Filling materials are tooth colored and both BPA & BisGMA free. We offer natural oral health products using fine essential oils, and free of gluten and preservatives. See ad page 5.

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BUDDHIST MEDITATION, YOGA & RETREAT CENTER TRIPLE CRANE MONASTERY AND CONVENT

7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118 734-757-8567 HuayenWorld.org/usa Triple Crane Monastery and Convent is a place for practitioners of yoga, mediation and spiritual retreats. Along with using our beautiful 10,000-sq-ft. building for our own activities, it is also available to the community, by donation, for residential or day-long, personal or group workshops and retreats. Call for information on weekly classes, residential retreats and building use. All are welcome.

CHAGA PRODUCTS U.P. CHAGA CONNECTION

906-282-0787 MidnightSpcl_59@yahoo.com UPChagaConnection.com

Freshest, cleanest, wildest organic Chaga available in the Upper Peninsula. State certified. Immune-Boosting Superfood. For centuries, people have used chaga mushrooms for medicinal purposes. Packed with antioxidants, its extract may fight cancer, chronic inflammation, improve blood sugar and cholesterol levels. See ad page 30.

COACHING & COUNSELING ARIA MAE EVERTS

Coach, Facilitator, Healer Aria@AriaMae.com AriaMae.com

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Spiritually integrative coaching, healing and retreats for Conscious Leaders. In-person and virtual personal development for those who envision a world where all life is honored. See ad page 17.

NIA SPONGBERG, LIFE COACH

Ann Arbor 734-531-9024 NiaSpongberg.com

Nia is a certified life and productivity coach (ACC, CPC) who helps adventurous people blaze new trails in their time, tasks, and transitions. Her “Walk & Talk” sessions (held at 7 local natural areas) are an especially powerful way to get moving toward your goals. Nia also coaches by phone and Zoom. Get in touch for a free discovery call.

DETOX/COLONIC

INNERSPACE HOLISTIC

Brandy Boehmer, 734-709-8313 2350 Washtenaw Ave, Ste 14, Ann Arbor InnerSpaceHolistic.com 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 alternative. Brandy Boehmer is National Board Certified in colon hydrotherapy through the International Association for Colon Therapy.

DIRTY ELECTRICITY (EMC) REMEDIATION DE FILTERS LLC

10909 Monticello Rd, Pinckney 734-627-7610 DEFiltersLLC.com William S. Bathgate, president of DE Filters, LLC, is a certified Building Biology Environmental Consultant (BBEC), a Certified Radio Frequency Safety Officer (RFSO) and a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). His company conducts heathy home evaluations and remediations to improve sleeping and concentration, and reduce headaches, stress and fatigue. Some people are identified as being diagnosed as having “Electrically Hypersensitive Syndrome” or EHS which reflects a large number of health conditions resulting from our ever-expanding technology use that the services of DE Filters LLC may help improve. See ads, pages 15 and 21.

GENERAL & COSMETIC DENTISTRY ANN ARBOR SMILES DENTAL GROUP

2365 S Huron Pkwy, Ann Arbor & 1795 W Stadium, Ann Arbor 734-887-9667 AnnArborSmiles.com Ann Arbor Smiles is a state-of-the-art 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 10.

HEATHY HOME EVALUATIONS DE FILTERS LLC

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.

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 33.

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 23.

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.

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.

NATURE-ORIENTED MEETING SPACE MICHIGAN FRIENDS CENTER AT FRIENDS LAKE COMMUNITY

7748 Clark Lake Road, Chelsea 734-475-1892 https://MFCenter.org/rent

We offer the holistic community a nature-oriented meeting space for workshops, meetings, counseling, yoga, youth groups, and family gatherings. Main room accommodates 100 pre-Covid, with two smaller classrooms and kitchen facilities. Hiking trails. Weekend rates range from $200-$400, additional for extensive grounds use, camping. See ad page 8.

PAIN RELIEF AUNT ALBERTA’S REMEDY

Homeopathic Pain Relief Cream 973-715-9097 Info@AlbertasPainRelief.com AlbertasPainRelief.com Need Relief from Arthritis? Try Aunt Alberta’s Remedy with all-natural ingredients to ease muscular aches and joint pain. Her Remedy is a homeopathic pain relief cream that penetrates deep into the skin and muscle tissues. Get beneficial relief from sciatica, fibromyalgia, arthritis, neuralgia, gout, and more. Use Aunt Alberta’s Pain Relief Cream and get relief today. 4-oz jar for $15. See the website for other options. See what people say about Aunt Alberta’s Remedy and purchase now on our website.

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community resource guide PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

ANN ARBOR SCHOOL OF MASSAGE, HERBAL & NATURAL MEDICINE

ANN ARBOR SMILES DENTAL GROUP

Dr. Heather Hoffman 2900 Golfside Rd Suite 5, Ann Arbor & 1795 W Stadium, Ann Arbor 734-887-9667 AnnArborSmiles.com Ann Arbor Smiles is a state-of-the-art 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 10.

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE AMERICAN REGENERATIVE CLINIC

31000 Telegraph Rd., Suite 140 Bingham Farms, MI 48025 248-876-4242 AmericanRegen.com

without surgery.

SCHOOL / EDUCATION

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

REIKI/VIBRATIONAL SOUND HEALING MANTRA MAMMA HEALING ARTS

734-769-7794 NSHAAssociates@gmail.com NaturopathicSchoolOfAnnArbor.net

Massage therapy training is a one year program that fulfills the 717 hour state licensed professional training with the required 80 hours of clinical internship. The rate for scheduled, Tuesday through Friday appointments at our student massage clinic is $35/ hr. Tips are not accepted and are performed by student interns as required by program standards.

NATUROPATHIC INSTITUTE OF THERAPIES & EDUCATION

503 East Broadway St, Mt. Pleasant 989-773-1714 Contact@NaturopathicInstitute.info NaturopathicInstitute.info

WELLNESS CENTERS THRIVE! WELLNESS CENTER

6901 State Rd, Ste D, Saline 734-470-6766 Thrive-Wellness-Center.com

SMOKING CESSATION

WOMEN-ONLY MASSAGE

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 29.

SHER

734-239-3344 SherrelWells@icloud.com Sher.amtamembers.com My goal is to always give the best massage you’ve ever had. I have been a medical massage therapist since 1987. I will get the pain out. Muscular, sciatica, back pain, etc. $75/hour.

WEIGHT LOSS FREE AT LAST! HYPNOSIS

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 29.

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ArogyaVeda is a wellness center for holistic science Ayurveda and Yoga. This center offers Classical Hatha Yoga classes, Ayurvedic consultations and treatments, Ayurvedic cooking and nutrition workshops, and Bollywood dance workouts. Call now to take a step towards a happier and healthier life.

Shannon Roznay, DC, specializes in Nutrition Response Testing and Activator Chiropractic. Thrive! also carries natural foods, skin and home products. See ad page 28.

CENTER - A JOYFUL JOURNEY 734-883-8775

AROGYAVEDA

2458 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor 734-436-1401 Text: 248-736-4633 ArogyaVeda.org

Educational programs offered: Natural Health Program: four years (one weekend a month); Massage Therapy Program: one year (two weekends a month); Holistic Doula Practitioner Program: six months (one weekend a month). Individual classes available. See ad page 4.

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.

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