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Powerful Decisions Making

HEAD, HEAD and GUT A New Roadmap to Better Health

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Contents 12 BLOOD CHEMISTRY A New Roadmap to Better Health

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13 HEAD, HEART AND GUT Lodestars of Powerful Decision Making

14 SILVER THREAD AND GOLDEN OPPORTUNITIES

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25 Years of Natural Awakenings

16 KICK-START ORGAN VITALITY

New Energy for the New Year

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19 TO YOUR HEALTH

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DEPARTMENTS 5 affirming naturally 6 news brief 7 unity events 8 health briefs 10 gobal briefs 12 healing ways 13 inspiration 19 yoga naturally 20 calendar 32 resource guide

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letter from publisher

HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET

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reetings.

Happy January 2019! As many of you know the month of January was named for the Roman god Janus. Janus was in charge of transitions and was pictured as having two faces, one looking to the past and one to the future. So, January has long been the time when we review the past year and make plans and resolutions for the coming one. This can be both a good and a not so good thing.

George Santayana wrote, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” As the new year starts, spend some time going back over the events and decisions of the past year and maybe even further back. No doubt there are accomplishments to celebrate as well as regrets about bad decisions and things left undone.

Benjamin Franklin counsels us, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” So, this is also the time to make plans and resolutions, set goals and redo your vision board.

As publishers, we not only have broad brush goals and plans but we also have deadlines to meet that we have to put on the calendar if we have any hope of meeting them much less having a life outside of work. As you are making your resolutions and planning your year, be sure to plan time for yourself, your family and for fun.

While it’s good to make resolutions to do things differently or maybe to not do that again, it’s not a good thing to ruminate about what might have been. Nor is it good to obsess over what bad thing might happen or what might go wrong in the future. Both feeling deep regret of past mistakes or fear for the future are neither healthy or productive. Allen Saunders reminds us that, “Life is what happens to us while we are making other plans.”

When the past or the future feel like they are closing in on you, come back to the present, practice being in the moment, being here – now. Be thankful for the ordinary things you do have. We’re thankful that Cindy and I are both in good health today. We’re thankful that we have each other. We’re thankful for family and friends whom we care about and who care about us. We’re thankful that we have a roof over our heads and food in the pantry. We’re thankful that we have four fur babies who love us. We are thankful to have a business, like Natural Awakenings that we get to share with all of you.

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ou have more than 55,000 thoughts each day. Many are the same thoughts over and over again. Every single one is an affirmation; this also includes everything that you say. By reducing your negative thoughts and words and increasing the positive ones, you can reshape your life. Expecting a better day helps to create a better day.

It is a bright shiny new year! Do you have any ideas or plans about where you want to go or what you want to do in this new year? It’s a perfect time to start something new. Make plans, set goals and work toward your success. It is important to believe in your idea or plan. If you start something whether it’s a project, a relationship, a job search with any doubt you may have placed limitations on your success. We tend to meet our own expectations, so if you have any misgivings, utilize affirmations and get a clear idea of what success looks like. Then take those steps toward your dream.

Here’s my affirmation for this month:

I choose success.

The only thing that you are guaranteed in life is this moment.

Working with positive affirmations can radically change your mindset. Say them and write them repeatedly with the feeling that they are your truth. You have the power to make great changes in yourself and the world. I know this is true because I have made huge changes in my life by changing my thoughts.

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The Artist’s Way Circle Supporting Your Inner Child/ Artist’s Health and Well-being Each Thursday beginning on January 10 5:30 – 6:45pm Unity of Houston – Welcome Center Facilitated by Rose Mulroney Journey with licensed spiritual practitioner, Rose Mulroney, MA, LSP, as she explores unleashing your creativity through this powerful program. Join this circle if: ■ You’re a professional burned out

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Rose Mulroney is a passionate licensed spiritual practitioner & and counselor committed to helping you unleash your creative being. Mulroney has been successfully coaching clients throughout the Houston area and facilitating their self-growth by nurturing the inner child artist within.

Her program teaches techniques that better manage the stress of frequent generation by freeing the creative being within.

Embracing the Feminine Nature of the Divine Wednesdays, January 16 – February 13 11am – 1:00pm Unity of Houston – Welcome Center Facilitated by Dr. Mary Fehr In this 5-week course, based on the book of the same title by Rev. Toni Boehm, we will explore the integration of the mascu-

line and feminine aspects of the Divine in order to birth a new stage of consciousness and move humanity (and individuals) into a paradigm of wholeness, balance, and freedom. We will investigate ways in which the outer appearances of chaos and turbulence are signs that something greater is trying to emerge. Learn how you can participate in this evolution in consciousness and help birth an Integrative Spirituality. This course is for both men and women! Suggested Love Offering: $10 - $20 per class session.

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introduce in schools, and that it should be considered for inclusion in government policy, both at home and abroad,” says study author Colin Moran, Ph.D.

To date, the Scottish Government has extended it to half of the country’s primary schools, plus nurseries, colleges, universities and businesses. The Daily Mile Foundation reports that 3,600 schools in 35 countries, including Australia, Belgium, Canada, England, Germany, Ireland, Jamaica, the Netherlands and the U.S., have embraced the program.

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Beetroot juice supplements increase exercise duration and intensity for heart failure patients with a condition called reduced ejection fraction, which affects about half of such patients.

In previous studies, beets have been shown to increase exercise capacity for healthy people because they increase nitric oxide levels in the blood.

Stress Lowers Women’s Fertility Women that feel highly stressed on a daily basis have a lower ability to conceive, report Boston University School of Medicine researchers. In a study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, 4,769 couples that were trying to conceive were followed for a year. Those women with the highest self-reported stress were 13 percent less likely to conceive than women that reported little stress.

Men being under high stress had no effect on conception, but couples were a quarter less likely to conceive if the man’s stress score was low and the woman’s was high, which the researchers termed “partner stress discordance.” In North America, about one out of four women and one out of five men of reproductive age report daily psychological stress.

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Thanks to a program called The Daily Mile, Scottish schoolchildren have shown improvements in their fitness and body composition, researchers from the universities of Edinburgh and Sterling report. Started by a teacher in 2012, the initiative encourages children to run, jog or walk around their school grounds during a 15-minute recess from classes in addition to normal activity and physical education lessons.

For the study, 391 pupils between 4 and 12 years old wore accelerometers to record their activity and were checked for body fat and overall fitness. Compared to a control group, they increased their physical activity by 9.1 minutes a day, lowered sedentary time by 18.2 minutes, ran 42 yards farther and significantly lowered their body fat.

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global briefs

Monstrous Morass

Nature Finds a Way

Frogs and toads are returning in parts of Panama after a deadly fungal disease devastated amphibians in Central America from 2004 to 2007.

New research shows that evolution may have saved the day. In El Cope, at least four species disappeared, including the redstriped Rio San Juan robber frog. Four other species lost at least 88 percent of their populations. They are still infected with the fungus, but are alive and increasing in numbers, according to a new study in the journal Science.

Studies have shown that as bad as disease outbreaks get, they play a tiny role in species extinction, notes Andrew Blaustein, at Oregon State University, who wasn’t part of the current study. Evolution allows species to resist completely succumbing to the nastiest diseases, “So, yes, there is hope.”

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In the Pacific Ocean between Hawaii and California, the 80,000-ton Great Pacific Garbage Patch is growing. Encompassing 600,000 square miles, the world’s largest such dump is twice the size of Texas, according to a three-year mapping effort by eight organizations. “To solve a problem, we need to understand it first,” says Boyan Slat, CEO of Dutch-based nonprofit The Ocean Cleanup.

“The bad part is that there is more [there] than what we thought. The good part is that most of the plastic is still large objects. Just 8 percent of the plastic is micro plastic. It’s not too late to do something about it.” Fishing gear comprises an estimated half of the debris. The Ocean Cleanup intends to capture, concentrate and ship the materials from the patch back to land.

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Exmoor Ponies Beat the Odds The Exmoor pony, which inhabits an area bordered by Devon and Somerset counties in England, is currently listed as endangered by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. It’s believed that these ponies derive from the original prehistoric horse that made the trek from Alaska to Great Britain some 130,000 years ago. Today, about 150 Exmoor ponies roam free on the moor and many more are being reared on farms in other parts of the UK. The Exmoor ponies benefit the environment, attract visitors and increase awareness of environmental conservation.

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Dogs Help Restore Burnt Forests in Chile

Forest fires in Chile ravaged vast swathes of land in 2017, burning sturdy older trees in the El Maule region.

Since then, three border collies belonging to Francisca Torres, a member of the environmental nonprofit Pewos, have been wandering through the charred remains with special satchels that spray seeds as they run to sow seedlings, grass and flowers. A major goal is for animals that fled the fires to return. “The main thing is for the fauna to be able to live,” says Torres. She says the dogs, bred to herd sheep, are smart and fast, covering a much larger area than a human could on foot.

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High-Tech Instant Homes on Horizon

A 3-D printed home can be built in less than 24 hours at a cost of $10,000. Developers hope to cut it to $4,000 to help families living in poverty or other unsafe conditions.

New Story, a housing charity organization, and ICON, a construction tech company, have partnered to try ending global homelessness. Being able to lock the door and have a safe shelter can be elusive. An entire community of printed homes is planned for construction in El Salvador.

The 650-square-foot, proof-ofconcept prototype—containing a living room, small office, one bedroom and one bathroom—was built in Austin, Texas. Human workers installed the windows, doors, plumbing and electrical systems. ICON staff will use the home as an office to test its durability.

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BLOOD CHEMISTRY A New Roadmap to Better Health

by Linda Sechrist

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ood detectives trained in the art of investigation know not only how to look for, collect and interpret evidence, but also how to use the tools that can help them solve a mystery. With the right tool, such as a comprehensive functional blood chemistry analysis, an experienced practitioner trained in systems biology examines the body’s metabolic blueprint, unravelling the enigma of declining health hijacked by chronic disease.

Holistic health practitioners like Kristin Grayce McGary, of Boulder, Colorado, use

these skills to provide clients with sound recommendations, screen for health issues and monitor changes as needed. “This kind of sleuthing is what sets us apart,” says McGary.

Pathological Versus Functional The results of a blood test are essential to understanding anyone’s current state of health. No other screenings are more efficient and effective than the comprehensive blood chemistry panels used by functional

medicine and holistic health practitioners to establish a baseline of biomarkers for tracking an individual’s health and nutritional needs.

In the field of blood chemistry analysis, there are two main types of reference ranges—pathological and functional. The pathological range is used by the majority of conventionally trained medical doctors that are focused on diagnosing disease. The functional range is used to assess risk for disease before it develops, says McGary.

“It is critical that you find a holistic and intelligent doctor skilled in functional medicine,” says Boulder-based Suzy Cohen, a registered pharmacist and author of Drug Muggers: Which Medications Are Robbing Your Body of Essential Nutrients—and Natural Ways to Restore Them. “Working with a functional medicine practitioner, as well as a local trusted pharmacist who has access to your medication regimen and sensitivities, is the safest way to regain health.”

It also saves money, because choosing the best supplements, herbal extracts, essential oils, dietary changes and other non-pharmaceutical healing modalities allows for healing faster, she says.

Conventional practitioners, constrained by insurance company requirements, generally order simple blood panels with basic markers for heart, kidney and liver function. These might include reference ranges for hemoglobin, platelets, glucose, calcium and electrolytes. “The baseline lab panel that I prefer for patients has 68 markers, plus a urinalysis. This means that I get five or six full pages of results, which gives me a more in-depth insight into someone’s health,” McGary says.

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A Better Roadmap to Health McGary considers the most important differences between the interpretation of functional and conventional markers to be the statistically compiled range of values that functional practitioners consider normal and the interconnections taken into consideration during the comprehensive analysis.

“Conventional reference ranges are compiled by laboratories from a huge population of people, many of whom had their blood analyzed because they were already sick. Functional reference ranges are compiled from a much smaller population of healthy people whose bodies are functioning optimally,” she says.

If a marker falls inside the tighter functional range, it’s a green flag that compares favorably with healthy individuals.

If a marker falls outside the wider conventional range, it’s a red flag that correlates to sick people. The marker that falls in-between is a yellow flag.

“Functional practitioners are looking for yellow flags, which are the early warning signs that no one sees or feels yet as symptoms,” explains McGary, who spends more than two hours reviewing the blood analyses with clients. “We’re not only about prevention and achieving vibrant health— which we do by helping clients choose the best supplements to correct deficiencies— we’re also about helping individuals get to the root cause of their health challenge so that they can enjoy life.”

Functional blood chemistry analysis is not generally covered by health insurance, and can cost between $180 and $2,500, depending on the complexity of the panel, the number of markers ordered and the time spent by a practitioner in consultation and interpretation of results.

However, the out-of-pocket cost may be worth it, says Cohen. “In health, sometimes you get what you pay for. You don’t want to be somebody’s number and pushed out the door,” she says. “It’s important to feel like you have been listened to and that your entire medical history has been fully evaluated.”

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings.

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Head, Heart and Gut Lodestars of Powerful Decision Making

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by Lee Milteer

e are living in unprecedented times of stress, confusion and overwhelm. We all need resources to help navigate these challenging times and make the right decisions for the highest and best long-term good for ourselves, our families and our businesses.

Those resources can be found within each of us if we pause to consider three reliable indicators: the head (intellect), the heart (feelings) and the gut (intuition).

Before proceeding in making an important choice, make a habit of checking these built-in sensors, which can warn us about danger or give us the go-ahead.

Head: Make use of intellect and past

knowledge. All decisions, actions and even non-actions have repercussions. Use the conscious mind to discern questions that need to be answered. For example, is this person telling the truth? What has worked in the past? Have we done our due diligence and homework before making a decision?

Heart: I listen to my heart and ask: Is this the right direction for me? Do I naturally feel attracted to this? Am I hearing truth?

The internal part of us, the voice inside, tells us when things feel right or wrong.

For example, are we relaxed around the person we are asking the question about,

or do we feel uptight and uncomfortable?

Keep in mind that our bodies do talk to us.

For me personally, if I feel shut down, tight and not good, I know something is not right. However, if I feel open, lighthearted and relaxed, I trust that my heart is telling me that, “All is well.” We have to pay attention to our own internal signals.

Gut: We need to trust our intuition. If it doesn’t feel right, chances are it’s not right for us. What may be right for one person can be wrong for another. Our gut instinct, our inner voice, is always there for us when we take the time to pay attention and listen.

Become conscious, and do not go into the default mode of past decisions or behaviors. Life has changed and requires more awareness of what is truth and what is not, and we need to utilize our senses, not the old programmed beliefs from others. It is our job to use the instincts that we have to help navigate new terrain.

Lee Milteer is the author of Reclaim the Magic: The Real Secrets to Manifesting Anything You Want and an award-winning speaker and life and business strategist.

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Silver Thread and Golden Opportunities 25 Years of Natural Awakenings

The real “natural awakening” is about each of us waking up to who we truly are and the kind of world we can create together. ~Sharon Bruckman

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he year was 1994. America Online opened the first gateway to the World Wide Web; Jeff Bezos founded the fledgling behemoth Amazon; and Deepak Chopra installed the first bricks on his path to enlightenment with the publication of his book The Seven Spiritual Laws of

Success: A Practical Guide to the Fulfillment of Your Dreams.

Perhaps not coincidentally, genetically engineered tomatoes entered the U.S. food supply that year, spawning a GMO food revolution that transcended the age-old debate between pesticides and organics.

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Frankenfoods, as they are called, were the leading edge of a cultural awakening.

Meanwhile, in the sleepy, sundrenched beach town of Naples, Florida, Sharon Bruckman—a dreamer and entrepreneur in her own right—was quietly laying the foundation for what would become the largest franchise publishing network in the natural health industry: Natural Awakenings magazine.

“America’s natural wellness and sustainability movements were in their infancy when we started,” says Bruckman. “Now the seeds that were planted in fertile soil are benefiting people nationwide, as well as throughout our precious planet.”

Woven from the threads of grit, inspiration and perhaps serendipity, the magazine was a tapestry of health, healing and mindfulness. Its successful Naples debut was quickly followed by a second edition in Sarasota.

By 1999, it was clear that Americans had a voracious appetite for well-researched, practical information about the latest natural approaches to nutrition, fitness, personal growth and sustainable living.

The Natural Awakenings franchise was born that year, conceived as a local maga-

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Natural Awakenings Mission Statement To empower individuals to live a healthier lifestyle on a healthier planet.

To educate communities on the latest in natural health and sustainability.

To connect readers with local wellness resources and events, inspiring them to lead more balanced lives. zine in many different communities—now 74 markets in the U.S.—anchored by a national editorial team that explores and anticipates the latest trends in mind, body and spirit. Readership of the print magazines is 2.8-million strong, plus a broad online and digital reach.

Bruckman’s holistic-minded passion for health, wellness and integrative therapies has awakened in like-minded entrepreneurs a desire to embrace her mission.

As Paul Chen, publisher of the Atlanta franchise puts it: “Awakenings of the heart speak to our desire for deeper and stronger personal relationships. Awakenings of the mind speak to our desire to learn more, faster, and optimize our mental capacities.

Awakenings of the soul speak to our desire to develop greater love and compassion for all living beings equally and an increasing understanding of and connection with whatever it is we believe lies beyond our small, individual human selves.”

The magazine, in turn, has awakened its readers to new ways of connecting both with their communities and each other.

Natural Awakenings has become a go-to guide for local community events, products and practitioners in all of its markets.

“We love to spread light,” says Bruckman. “Natural Awakenings has played a significant role in fueling the wellness revolution I saw emerging all

those years ago, propelled by the kindred spirits who read, advertise and contribute to our magazines. Our publishers are torchbearers aligned with the vision of a healthier world and the mission to facilitate that transformation.”

During a lifetime of holistic-minded entrepreneurship, Bruckman, a constant gardener, continues to personally tend each new crop of ideas that germinate on the pages of her magazines which bear the imprint, “Healthy Living, Healthy Planet.”

By identifying and responding to a simple need in one community, she has tapped into a universal spirit that exceeded her wildest expectations. “If you have the heart, vision and enthusiasm to help make the world a better place, a greater force just might step in to enable success beyond anything you imagined. The real ‘natural awakening’ is about each of us waking up to who we truly are and the kind of world we can create together.”

We can’t always be shaded by the trees that we grow, yet after 25 years, the seeds Bruckman planted have branched across a nation and borne fruit that will make a difference in countless lives for many years to come.

It is my honor to join her on this journey as Natural Awakenings celebrates its silver anniversary.

Jan Hollingsworth is the national editor of Natural Awakenings magazine.

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seniors at Chicago’s Rush University found that eating leafy greens once or twice a day slowed mental deterioration.

reduce anxiety and depression, protect against mental decline and even correct stroke damage. In a Swiss study using MRI, people drinking green tea immediately had heightened activity in the workingmemory part of their brain.

Supplement with this: Ruhoy rec-

New Energy for the New Year

by Ronica A. O’Hara

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ith the merry-making furor of the holidays behind us, it’s that time of year when our bodies are crying out for some detox and rejuvenation. Aside from getting back to the basics—a healthy diet and daily exercise—we can take a page from traditional Chinese and Indian medical practices and holistic approaches and use natural, organby-organ procedures to renew our bodies and restore inherent vitality.

“Strengthening our organs is critical because the organs create the vital essences of life, and our emotional and mental health depends to a great extent on how healthy our organs are,” notes T. Caylor Wadlington, a doctor of Oriental medicine and acupuncture teacher in Denver.

“In working to revitalize and re-energize the organs, we renew not just our physical body, but also our sense of well-being.”

Here’s a guide to a gentle fix-up campaign for the five organs considered vital for life in both Western and Eastern medicine:

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Boost the Brain

“Stress can lead to imbalance of the brain’s neurotransmitters, making it more difficult to focus, concentrate, relax and sleep—but it’s reversible, and the brain can absolutely heal from these effects under the right circumstances,” says integrative neurologist Ilene S. Ruhoy, M.D., Ph.D., of the Center for Healing Neurology, in Seattle.

Assess it: If you find it hard concentrating, sleeping, getting things done, remembering where things are and not being grouchy, the brain could be on stress-related overload. See a doctor if teeth grinding, high blood pressure, shortness of breath, fainting or dizziness develop.

Eat this: The top brain boosters are easy to swallow—dark chocolate, berries, nuts and avocados, along with oily fish, reports WebMD. Also, a five-year study of 950 www.NaturalAwakenings-Houston.com

Try this movement: Shake it. Alter-

nating slow movements, or even rest with one-to-two-minute bursts of intense, all-out, heart-pounding moves like Zumba dancing, jogging or lunges increases important proteins called the neurotrophic factor that help brain cells grow, work and live longer, reports a new study from Canada’s McMaster University.

Rejuvenate the Heart

Stress also increases hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which drive up blood pressure, blood sugar and inflammation, says holistic cardiologist Joel Kahn, M.D., of Detroit, author of The Whole Heart Solution: Halt Heart Disease Now with the Best Alternative and Traditional Medicine.

Assess it: Shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, anxiety, panic and swollen feet or ankles are signs the heart may be overloaded. Get medical help immediately if there is unusual deep exhaustion, unexplained weakness, nausea, dizziness, chest pain or pain that spreads to the arms.

Eat this: “The best foods for a stressed heart are those rich in magnesium. I like a giant green, leafy salad, often organic arugula, with blueberries, pumpkin seeds and walnuts,” says Kahn.

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ommends boswellia, long used in Asian and African medicine. It targets cerebral inflammation, stimulates the growth of neurons, enhances cognition, lowers depression and alleviates learning and memory problems.

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Drink this: Green tea is proven to

Drink this: hot, golden turmeric milk,

made with organic soy or nut milks, a heaping tablespoon of turmeric (a potent anti-inflammatory also shown to reverse Alzheimer’s “brain tangles”), a pinch of black pepper and maybe an organic pumpkin spice mix.

of breath and a cough that won’t go away are signs of stressed-out lungs. If there’s coughing up of blood or mucus, or discomfort or pain when breathing, see a doctor.

Supplement with this: Hawthorn

pean adults found that eating apples and tomatoes two or three times a day, along with other fruit, speeds the healing of smoke-damaged lungs and seems to slow down the lungs’ natural aging process.

strengthens and tones heart muscles, suppresses deadly blood-clotting signals, fights inflammation and lowers heart attack risk, studies show. European doctors routinely prescribe it for managing mild heart failure, either alone or with drugs.

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Assess it: Trouble breathing, shortness

Try this movement: Hop on a bike:

Cycling 20 miles a week slashes heart disease risk by half, reports the British Medical Journal. Also, do slow stretches every day: A Japanese study found a correlation between flexibility of the body and of the arteries.

Cleanse the Lungs

Family holidays may not always be unconditionally loving, which can induce stress, anger and sadness—emotions linked in laboratory studies to decreases in lung function. “You can actually give yourself a stress asthma attack,” says Maui naturopath Carolyn Dean, M.D., ND, author of The Complete Natural Medicine Guide to Women’s Health.

Eat this: A 10-year study of 650 Euro-

Drink this: a juice combining cilantro,

carrot, celery and ginger. According to the Lung Institute, cilantro helps remove heavy metals, carrots provide vitamin A to repair lung tissue, celery helps flush out carbon dioxide and ginger removes irritants from the lungs.

Supplement with this: vitamin D. Low levels seem to be linked to a higher risk of respiratory infections and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, according to a review of clinical studies in Advances in Nutrition.

Try this movement: To loosen the airways when tense, the American Lung Association recommends slowly breathing in through the nose for two counts with the mouth closed. Purse the lips as if to whistle, and then breathe out slowly and gently through the lips to a count of four.

Detox the Kidneys The kidneys are hardworking, fist-sized organs just below the back rib cage that filter waste and toxins out of 200 quarts of blood a day.

Assess it: Fatigue, feeling cold, shortness of breath, itchiness, swollen hands or feet, a puffy face, metallic-tasting food and ammonia-smelling breath are signs of growing kidney stress. See a doctor if experiencing kidney pain, weakness, lightheadedness, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, extreme thirst or decreased urination.

Eat this: Bone broth, wheat, millet, black sesame seeds, chestnuts, mulberries, raspberries, strawberries and walnuts are recommended by herbalist and acupuncturist Irina Logman of the Advanced Holistic Center, in New York City, to restore the kidneys.

Drink this: Water with squirts of lemon or lime. “The citrate makes water, as metabolized, more alkaline, which helps to remove acid from the blood, bring pH into balance and prevents bone, heart and further kidney damage,” says Phoenix nephrologist Mandip S. Kang, M.D., author of The Doctor’s Kidney Diet: A Nutritional Guide to Managing and Slowing the Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease.

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helps to cleanse and strengthen the kidneys and a new study in Renal Failure reports that it also protects the kidneys from damage by certain toxins.

Try this qigong movement: Rub the palms together to warm them, and then place them on the kidney areas. Slowly massage in circular motions 12 times, and then reverse direction.

Shore up the Liver

“The liver is critical for detoxifying the body, but higher sugar and alcohol consumption over the holidays, as well as more stress, can increase toxin buildup that can damage the liver, which is why it’s important to take steps to help it recover,” says functional chiropractor Jennifer R. Welch, DC, of Iowa Functional Health, in Clive, Iowa.

Assess it: Itchy skin, easy bruising,

musky-smelling breath, itchy red palms and mental sluggishness are early problem signs. Advanced symptoms that require medical care are yellowish skin, abdominal pain, swollen legs and ankles, ongoing fatigue, dark urine and pale stool.

Eat these: A Chinese study linked liver disease with low potassium levels, so consume sweet potatoes, tomato sauce, beet greens, beans, blackstrap molasses and bananas.

Drink this: Sip probiotic drinks like kombucha, kefir and yogurt-based smoothies. The probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus significantly lowered liver damage linked to excess acetaminophen in a recent Emory University laboratory study.

Supplement with this: Milk thistle

has been shown in Italian animal studies to decrease and even reverse damage to the liver caused by medications, alcohol, antibiotics, pollution and heavy metals.

Try this yoga movement: With

feet shoulder-width apart, make circles with the hips, pushing the torso farther and farther outward with each circle.

Reverse direction.

Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based freelance health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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few daily to-dos that benefit the whole body:

Walking. A mere 20 minutes a day extends sleep up to an hour and lowers early mortality risk by 20 percent.

Adaptogens. Taking super-herbs

such as astralagus, ashwagandha and rhodiola in tinctures, capsules or tea helps us adapt to stress.

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Supplement with this: Dandelion tea

Turmeric. An antioxidant and antiinflammatory powerhouse proven to ward off cancer, heart disease and dementia.

Nature. A dose of greenery a day

Sources: Harvard University School of Medicine, Dr. Andrew Weil (DrWeil.com), American Journal of Preventive Medicine, ScienceDaily.com.

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To Your Health!

by Laura Webster

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ealth! This is the time of year people are thinking about their health! The New Year represents new beginnings and provides an opportunity to evaluate and see how constructively we are living our lives. We are creating new directions by our choices. Often, we are taking ourselves out of what is known into new adventures. Of course, as we look at these changes, we want them to be as effective as possible.

Yoga is one means by which people can take responsibility for not only their health but for their attitude toward life.

Yoga is not just an exercise but it is a

holistic approach toward making our own personal world better. Through its physical and mental disciplines, yoga demonstrates that a joyful and holistic life is not just positive thinking but includes knowledge to aid people in becoming more aware so that they can make beneficial choices. For example, true relaxation is not just a beer and a football game (although these are a fun diversion from our daily lives!). But relaxation comes with learning how to quiet the nervous system through the mind and body.

Being present with or mindful of what we do is a key to improving our health. Us-

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ing yoga techniques has shown to be good for the heart, digestion, blood pressure, brain, and breathing processes. A recent Harvard study found that yoga practice had helped people with everything from stress and chronic pain to diabetes, and called for further research.

At one time scientists thought the connections in our brain cells were set early in life and did not change in adulthood. However, with the help of advancements in brain imaging, they now know the brain continues to develop throughout our lives. On November 5, 2004 The Wall Street Journal, reported findings of a study being published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The study found that experienced practitioners of meditation demonstrated that the brain, like the rest of the body, can actually be altered intentionally with mental training. This means expanded mental activity and heightened awareness. So, with a new approach to our bodies and our minds, fantastic possibilities can present themselves. Yoga cannot not promise to heal you, but yoga can lead you to some healthy lifestyle changes that can help the mind to stretch and the body to heal itself or just stay healthy! Cheers!

Laura Webster, CIYT, C-IAYT, Omni Yoga Center, 3080 Northpark Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339. 281-684-0194. omniyogacenter.com

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WEDNESDAY JANUARY 2ND

White Stone Ceremony. 7:00pm–8:00pm. As we have released the past year and enter the new one, we do so ready to receive a vision of what this new time can bring into our lives. Join us in this traditional Unity service to receive what Spirit calls us to be in the new year. Through meditation, you will identify a unique “name” or spiritual focus for 2019 and record it on a white stone for reference throughout the year. Revs. Karen Tudor and Jeanmarie Eck for this very powerful and contemplative service. Unity of Houston Pyramid, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. www.Unityhouston.org

SATURDAY JANUARY 5TH

Marva’s Holistic Fair. 10:00am-5:00pm. Psychics, tarot readers, palmists, healers, vendors of all sorts.

Admission Free. LaQuinta Inn-Galleria on 610 West Loop North between San Felipe and Post Oak, 77027. psychicfairs.com 713-444-3581

SUNDAY JANUARY 6TH

Living a Vision-Driven Life, 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm.

Facilitated by Laura Cole. The path to fulfillment is paved with intention; if we design our lives from the inside out rather than allowing outside circumstances to dictate our future, we are living a visiondriven life. In this workshop you will learn skills for identifying your dream and implementing strategies to set you on your path. You can co-create a life you love; this is the first step in getting there. Suggested Love Offering: $25. Unity of Houston – Wallet Hall, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. Unityhouston.org unityhouston.org/event/living-a-vision-driven-life/ Bayou Bikers. 8:00am. Meet at Market Square Park for 25-40 mile bike rides exploring the bayous of Houston. Rides are open to all. Mountain bikes or bikes with fat tires are necessary. This is an informal group whose purpose is to show Houstonians and visitors the beauty of Houston’s waterways.

Market Square, 301 Milam, 77002. 713-845-1000 marketsquarepark.com

THURSDAY JANUARY 10TH

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 13TH

Meet the Teachers, 10:00 am and 12:00 pm. Stop by the Unity Bookstore for a special event! Come meet our wonderful Unity teachers and learn more about all of our upcoming classes. Required books are available for purchase in our Unity Bookstore.

Unity of Houston Bookstore, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. Unityhouston.org unityhouston.org/event/ meet-the-teachers-3/ Family Constellations Workshop, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm. Facilitated by John Harold Moore. In this experiential workshop, you will gain insights and new perspectives about your own family dynamics and discover what might be holding you back from reaching your highest potential. Once we see the bigger picture and where the energy is stuck, we put things back in place and let the energy start moving again. The results can be life-changing. Suggested Love Offering: $40. Unity of Houston Pyramid, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. Unityhouston.org unity houston.org/event/family-constellations-workshop/

SATURDAY, JANUARY 15TH

The Way of Spiritual Discipleship, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Facilitated by Rev. Sheila Gautreaux.

This 8-week course presents the metaphysical interpretation of the esoteric teachings of the book of Revelation as a key to revealing hidden truths within our own lives. Because researchers claim this very significant book of the Bible is actually a coded manual for initiation into Discipleship, the course will include several spiritual rituals, such as: communion, spiritual baptism, candle lighting, and more. Suggested Love Offering: $10 - $20 per class session. Unity of Houston – Wallet Hall, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. Unityhouston.org. unityhouston.org/ event/the-book-of-revelation-the-way-of-spiritualdiscipleship/2019-01-15/

SUNDAY, JANUARY 16TH

Embracing the Feminine Nature of the Divine, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, weekly for 5 weeks. Facilitated

by Dr. Mary Fehr. In this course, we will explore the integration of the masculine and feminine aspects of the Divine in order to birth a new stage of consciousness and move humanity (and individuals) into a paradigm of wholeness, balance, and freedom. We will investigate ways in which the outer appearances of chaos and turbulence are signs that something greater is trying to emerge. This course is for both men and women! Suggested Love Offering: $10 $20 per class session. Unity of Houston Welcome Center, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. www.Unityhouston.org. https://unityhouston.org/event/embracingthe-feminine-nature-of-the-divine/2019-01-16/

SUNDAY JANUARY 20TH

Half-day Retreat. 9:00am-12:00pm. Chan/Zen Meditation Classes guided by Ordained Zen Masters of Chung Tai Chan Monastery. Free. CHUNG TAI ZEN CENTER OF HOUSTON, 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072 zen@cthouston.org www.cthouston.org 281-568-1568

FRIDAY JANUARY 25TH

Critical Mass-Houston. Assemble at 6:30 pm. Roll at 7:15pm. A casual bike ride starting from downtown Houston and going wherever. Cars rule the road every day, but one day a month we get together to celebrate our love for bicycles and have fun riding. Free. Guadalupe Plaza Park, 2311 Runnels St., 77003. criticalmasshouston.com

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 27

Journey Through Grief Workshop, Sundays, January 27- February 17.

Facilitated by Rev. Mindy Curtiss. This four-week class supports those who have lost a loved one, offering comfort and healing from the burden, sorrow, isolation, and pain of grief. The journey becomes easier and participants are able to heal in an open and safe setting. Workshop will be closed to new participants after the second session. Unity of Houston Chapel, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. Unityhouston.org. https://unityhouston.org/event/journey-through-griefworkshop/2019-01-27/

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THURSDAY JANUARY 31ST

Inner Engineering Total-Introductory Talk. 6:30-7:30pm. Inner Engineering is a course that provides tools and solutions to empower yourself to create your life the way you want it. Discover how Inner Engineering can help change your life by attending this FREE introductory talk. India House 8888 West Belfort, Houston, TX 77031. innerengineering.com/ieo-new/city/houston/

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 10TH–SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD

Cirque du Soleil is bringing LUZIA to Houston, Texas! Experience water inside the big top, jaw dropping acts and larger than life props in this unique production unlike any show you have ever seen before. LUZIA opens January 10 at Sam Houston Race Park. Get ready to be transported to a surreal world of wonders! Buy your tickets at cirquedusoleil.com/luzia before they sell out! Sam Houston Race Park 7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy W, Houston, TX 77064.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 22ND-SATURDAY, APRIL 6TH

mark your calendar The Resonating Art and Science of Breath Centered Yoga. Join Pam Johnson as she offers for the first time in its entirety a step by step guide through 12 sets of breath centered movements and their counter poses. Each set distributes the flow of energy (prana) into the cartridge tissue and internal organs while rejuvenating the nerve passageways. Heights School of Yoga 1647 Rutland, Houston, TX 77008. Pamjohnsonyoga.com/12-kramas or paminbreath@gmail.com

THURSDAY, MARCH 28TH-SUNDAY MARCH 31ST

CranioSacral Therapy 1. The Upledger Institute comes to Houston to offer their CST Level 1 training. Classes taught by Kimberly Painter, PT, LMT, CST-D. Call today. Early bird discounts expire January 26th. 800-233-5880.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 29TH – SUNDAY, MARCH 31ST

2019 Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park. 10am-6pm. The Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA) will celebrate 48 years of fine art and giving back to local nonprofits as it spotlights 300 artists at Bayou City Art Festival in Memorial Park, Friday-Sunday, March 29-31, 2019. Prices: $12 online/ $15 gate - adults; $5 – children ages 5-12, under age 5 free. Memorial Park , S. Picnic Lane, 77007. Visit www.bayoucityartfestival.com or email info@bayoucityartfestival.com for more info.

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on going events

daily Houston Arboretum. 7am-6pm. Walk in nature.

Learn about native plants and wildlife. Free.

Houston Arboretum 4501 Woodway Dr., 77024. houstonarboretum.org Rothko Chapel. 10am-6pm (except during special events) The Rothko Chapel is an independent institution, a sacred place open to all people, every day.

Free. Rothko Chapel 3900 Yupon, 77006. 713-5249839 rothkochapel.org Noon Meditation. 12pm. Weekday, Mon.-Fri. in the Chapel. It is a guided meditation, facilitated by our Unity Counselors. The meditation typically lasts between 20-30 minutes. No registration is needed; walk-ins are welcome. Open to everyone! Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057.

UnityHouston.org Waugh Bridge Bat Colony. Every evening at sunset, more than 250,000 Mexican free-tailed bats emerge from crevices found in the Waugh Drive Bridge. These creatures are non-migratory and call the bayou home year-round. Free. Waugh Street at Allen Parkway 77019. https://bit.ly/1nPoGbg

mark your calendar Yoga Class. Mon. - Sat. visit site for daily times.

Every teacher at The Hines Center provides the best class for the practitioners who arrive — helping students grow their practice regardless of experience, strength or flexibility. Sign-up at hinescenter.org/class-schedule/ or drop-in before class. $15 per session, 10% discount for registering online, or unlimited movement classes $50 per month. The Hines Center, 500 Fannin St., Ste. 100, 77002.

monday Morning Practice. 6:00am-6:45am. Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) is best practiced early in the morning as the Sun is rising, as it helps restore energy and vitality. We will practice the physical postures Surya Namaskar and the mantra as well, to be followed by 12-minute meditation. Free. Levy Park (On the hill), 3801 Eastside St, 77098. Contact: allthingsfantastical@gmail.com Hatha Yoga. 6:00pm. All levels welcomed. Bring Yoga mat, meditation pillow, water. Classes by appointment only - space is limited. Private sessions available upon request. Please visit yogamixstudio. com or call 713-269-5165 to register. YogaMix, 2601-G Cartwright Rd, Missouri City, 77459.

Beginners Yoga. 7-8:30 pm. Discover your strengths and balances through a therapeutic approach to yoga alignment and mind/body integration. First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, 5200 Fannin 77004. stanpolins@hal-pc.org. www.firstuu.org A Course in Miracles at Unity of Houston.

7:30pm-9:00pm. Join us every Monday to learn how to apply spiritual principles in your daily life. All you need is an open heart and an accepting mind.

Unity of Houston Grace Hall. 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. UnityHouston.org

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Food Not Bombs. 8pm. Help provide free vegan meals for Houston’s homeless. Volunteer, donate or just come see what we do. Free.

Downtown Library Courtyard 521 Lamar, 77002. houstonfoodnotbombs.org

tuesday mark your calendar Grace2Go. 7:00-8:00am. On the go? Want a boost to the start of your day? Drive thru for free coffee, a breakfast bite, and prayer if desired. All are welcome. Grace Episcopal Church, 4040 W. Bellfort, 77025. www.graceinhouston.org.

Kundalini Yoga. 10:00am. A beautiful practice that blends movement, breath, meditation, and mantra.

No experience needed. $15 per class. Unity of Houston, Pyramid, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. www.

UnityHouston.org

wednesday Yin With Lin for Deep Tissue Release. 9:30am.

A perfect complement to the dynamic and muscular (yang) styles of yoga that emphasize internal heat, and the lengthening and contracting of our muscles.

Yin Yoga targets the connective tissues of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine. Longer holds allow for deeper release. $20 drop-in. Houston Ayurveda Center, 3222 Mercer, 77027. Facilitator: Lin Weiss, Certified Yoga Therapist - 713-858-8595, linweiss@conscioushealingnow.com Hatha Yoga. 9:30am & 6:00pm. All levels welcomed. Bring Yoga mat, meditation pillow, water.

Classes by appointment only - space is limited.

Private sessions available upon request. Please visit yogamixstudio.com or call 713-269-5165 to register. YogaMix, 2601-G Cartwright Rd, Missouri City, 77459.

Yoga at India House. 11:00-12:00am. Enjoy relaxing cardio work out at India House. Free. India House, 8888 West Bellfort, 77031. Go to the website, print out the form and email it to the address given. http://bit.ly/2kbWEst

Veterans Helping Veterans. 12pm–1:30pm.

All military veterans are invited to participate with this weekly group meeting. Veterans also exchange resources with each other and request support. Lunch is provided. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 5501 Main St., 77004. www.stpaulshouston.org/veterans

T’ai Chi Ch’uan. 5:45pm-7:00pm. This class concentrates on creating and moving Chi/Qi through meditation while moving. Jon Naylor teaches the traditional Yang Style short form with martial arts references. Beginners please arrive early. Free. First Unitarian Universalist Church, 5200 Fannin Street, 77004. firstuu.org

Wednesday Oneness Blessing. 5:30-6:45pm.

The Oneness Blessing, also known as Deeksha, is a hands-on, direct transfer of energy which can strengthen your relationship with your Divine, Spirit, God. Child care available, no reservation required. Love Offering. Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Dr, 77057. 713-782-4050. unityhouston.org

Sahaja Yoga-Meditation. 6:30-7:30pm. Come and try our free weekly yoga-meditation classes. Each session includes the basics and a practical guided meditation so you can start meditating at home straight away. Free. South Community Center.

2235 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands, 77380.

832-433-2415. info@Houston-Meditation.org Yoga at Resurrection MCC. 7:00-8:00 pm.

Get in touch with your mind, body, and spirit through Yoga! All body types and skill levels welcome, please bring a mat and towel. Free, donations accepted. Resurrection Metropolitan Community Church, 2015 West 11th Street, 77008.

Yoga@ResurrectionMCC.org Intro Session at Universal Door Meditation Center. 7:00pm-8:00pm. Everyone is welcome to join us to find out what is Awake, about our teacher Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien, and have a chance to touch with the Awake already within. Free, donations welcome. 15202 Dora Lane, Sugar Land, 77498. 281-565-9718. universaldoor.org Oneness Blessing Meeting. 7:00-8:30pm. Our weekly meeting includes sharing, meditation, Oneness teachings, and the giving and receiving of the Oneness Blessing, also known as Deeksha. Child care available, reservation required. $10 suggested Love Offering. Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Dr., 77057. 713-782-4050. unityhouston.org

mark your calendar Vegan World Radio. 8:00 pm. Hosted by VWR Collective. Telling the story of the vegan revolution that’s saving the animals, the planet and our health. KPFC: Community Radio 90.1 FM. kpft.org

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Yoga Therapy. 6:00pm. Our yoga routine of stretching and breathing will help you tone your body while giving you more energy! This class is for men and women of all ages and all fitness levels. $15 per class. Unity of Houston, Grace Hall, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. www.UnityHouston.org

mark your calendar Christian Meditation. 6:00-7:00pm. Experience meditation and contemplative prayer using ancient prayer practices of the early Christian communities. Explore and study contemporary and ancient texts of the contemplative way. Grace Episcopal Church, 4040 W. Bellfort, 77025. www.graceinhouston.org. Questions? info@ graceinhouston.org or 832-667-8601.

Urban Ride. 6:30pm. Route is 20 miles. Riders should be comfortable keeping a pace of 18-20 mph. Helmet, front/back light, spare tube, CO2 cartridges are required. Earphones not allowed. Speed may vary. Safety comes first. Free.

Urban Bicycle Gallery, 4814 Nett St., 77007. judy@urbanbicyclegallery.com Sahaja Yoga-Meditation. 6:30-8:00pm. Come and try our free weekly yoga-meditation classes. Each session includes the basics and a practical guided meditation so you can start meditating at home straight away. Free. University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd., Sugar Land, 77479. 832433-2415. info@Houston-Meditation.org

Wednesday Night Experience! 7:00pm–8:00pm.

Our Wednesday night service is relaxed and informal, powerful and inspiring. The music is always uplifting and the message is relevant and grounded in timeless spiritual principles. Unity of Houston, Pyramid, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. www.UnityHouston.org Blue Line Bike Ride. 7pm. Multiple rides leave from the Heights location on Wednesday evenings.

Each ride has its own route and pace, so come out and decide which works best for you! Free. Blue Line Bike Lab, 3302 White Oak Drive, 77007. 713802-1707 https://bit.ly/2CP6zSI People of Earth. 7:00 pm. Hosted by Jacquelyn Battise. A program created to provide Native American and non-Native people with timely news and information about culture, news and realities.

KPFC: Community Radio 90.1 FM. kpft.org Beginning Zen Meditation. 7:30-9:30pm. Feeling stressed? Want something to help you feel better?

Try meditation with us. Free, registration required.

Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston. 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072. 281-568-1568. cthouston.org *Classes begin again January 7th* Diamond Way Meditation. 7-7:45 pm. Free.

Diamond Way Buddhist Center, 2217 W 34th Street, Suite D. 281. 77018. 281-436-6081. diamondway.org/houston/ Hellina Bucket Band 8:00 -10:00pm. Free dinner music. Last Concert Café, 1403 Nance St. 77002.

713-226-8563 www.lastconcert.com Food Not Bombs. 8pm. Help provide free vegan meals for Houston’s homeless. Volunteer, donate or just come see what we do. Free.

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thursday mark your calendar Grace2Go. 7:00-8:00am. On the go? Want a boost to the start of your day? Drive thru for free coffee, a breakfast bite, and prayer if desired. All are welcome. Grace Episcopal Church, 4040 W. Bellfort, 77025. www.graceinhouston.org.

Museum of Fine Arts-Houston. 10am-9pm. If you have not spent time enjoying the art exhibits at MFAH, what are you waiting for? Free. MFAH, 1001 Bissonnet, 77005. 713-639-7300 mfah.org Yoga at India House. 11:00-12:00am. Enjoy relaxing cardio work out at India House. Free. India House, 8888 West Bellfort, 77031. Go to the website, print out the form and email it to the address given. http://bit.ly/2kbWEst

Buffalo Soldiers Museum. 1-5pm. Buffalo Soldiers Museum is the only museum dedicated to preserving the legacy and honor of African American soldiers in the United States. Free. Buffalo Soldiers Museum, 3816 Caroline Street, 77004.

Buffalosoldiersmuseum.com 713-942-8920.

Houston Museum of Natural Science. 2pm-5pm.

Roam the Serengeti, walk with dinosaurs and discover the world’s mineral wonders. Free. HMNS 5555 Hermann Park Drive 77030. hmns.org Free Family Thursdays at The Health Museum.

2:00pm-7:00pm. Free entry into The Health Museum to enjoy permanent and traveling exhibits (DeBakey Cell Lab requires a $3 fee) on Thursdays.

The Health Museum, 1515 Hermann Dr., 77004. thehealthmuseum.org 713-521-1515 Children’s Museum of Houston. 5-8pm. Enjoy all the interactive exhibits at the museum with your children. Free. Children’s Museum, 1500 Binz, 77004. 713-522-1138 cmhouston.org Shorin Ryu Karate. 6:00pm. Join us for Traditional Okinawan Karate. All classes by appointment only - space limited. Private sessions available upon request. Please visit yogamixstudio.com or call 713269-5165 to register. YogaMix, 2601-G Cartwright Rd, Missouri City, 77459.

Sahaja Yoga-Meditation. 6:45-7:45pm. Come and try our free weekly yoga-meditation classes.

Each session includes the basics and a practical guided meditation so you can start meditating at home straight away. Free. Sahaja Yoga Meditation Center, 4510c Hwy 6 N, 77084. 832-433-2415. info@Houston-Meditation.org Kundalini Yoga. 7:00pm–8:15pm. A beautiful practice that blends movement, breath, meditation, and mantra. No experience needed. $15 per class.

Unity of Houston, Pyramid, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. www.UnityHouston.org Meditation Class: Discovering the Awake Within.

7-9pm. Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien closely guides and interacts with students to realize Awake Mind is already within, they have the capacity to Wake Up, and how to apply meditation. Suggested donation $50/month. Pre-registration required. Universal Door Meditation Center, 15202 Dora Lane, Sugar Land, 77498. universaldoor.org 281-565-9718 Meditation Service at Self-Realization Fellowship. 7:30-9:30pm Learn and practice the meditative techniques of Paramahansa Yogananda. FREE. Self-Realization Fellowship, 3425 Golf Dr, 77018. srfhouston.org

friday Houston International Folk Dancers. 7:30-10pm.

Join us for a recreational folk dance group celebrating ethnic dances from around the world. Singles and beginners welcome. Dress comfortably. $5.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, 5200 Fannin, 77004. Additional info at www.folkdancers.org Food Not Bombs. 8pm. Help provide free vegan meals for Houston’s homeless. Volunteer, donate or just come see what we do. Free. Downtown Library Courtyard, 521 Lamar, 77002. houstonfoodnotbombs.org

Dinner Music with Jimmy Deen. 6-8pm. Cover charge. Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St. 77002.

713-226-8563 www.lastconcert.com

saturday Yoga for the Body and Mind. 8-9:30 am. Yoga classes based on the teachings of Swami Ramdev ji including asanas, pranayama and meditation. Free.

Arya Samaj Greater Houston Center 14375 Shiller Rd. 77082. 281-242-5000 aryasamajhouston.org.

Yoga Therapy at 9:00am and Advanced Yoga Therapy at 10:45 am. Our yoga routine of stretching and breathing will help you tone your body while giving you more energy! $15 per class. Unity of Houston, Grace Hall, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. www.UnityHouston.org Integrative Hatha Yoga for Mind, Body, Spirit.

9:30am. Hatha Yoga addresses the musculoskeletal, nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular & endocrine systems of the human body, focusing on heart & hip openers, twists, pose alignment, the energetic subtle bodies, and meditation. Increase strength, stamina, vitality & peace of mind. $20 drop-in.

Houston Ayurveda Center, 3222 Mercer St., 77027.

Facilitator: Lin Weiss, Certified Yoga Therapist 713-858-8595 linweiss@conscioushealingnow.com Beginning Zen Meditation. 10am-12n. Feeling stressed? Want something to help you feel better?

Try meditation with us. Free, registration required.

Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston, 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072. 281-568-1568. cthouston.org Children’s Zen Meditation. 10am-12n. Open to children ages 4-12. Parents must be present and participate. Free, registration required. Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston, 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072. 281-568-1568. cthouston.org Yoga at India House. 10:00-11:00am. Enjoy relaxing cardio work out at India House. Free. India House, 8888 West Bellfort, 77031. Go to the website, print out the form and email it to the address given. http://bit.ly/2kbWEst Young Writers Workshop. 10:30am-11:30am.

Kids learn to express their thoughts and develop language skills at this workshop conducted by Writers in the Schools (WITS). Limited space.

Free. Discovery Green, 1500 McKenney, 77010. discoverygreen.com For more information please call 832-393-1375.

T’ai Chi Ch’uan. 10:30am-12:00pm. This class concentrates on creating and moving Chi/Qi through meditation while moving. Jon Naylor teaches the traditional Yang Style short form with martial arts references. Beginners please arrive early. Free. First Unitarian Universalist Church, 5200 Fannin Street, 77004. firstuu.org Recycling Saturdays. 11:00am-2:00pm. The City of Houston provides a recycling station for plastic and paper and now thanks to I Recycle Glass, you can also bring glass to be recycled. Please bring paper and plastic recyclables separately from glass.

Check discoverygreen.com each week. Free. Discovery Green, 1500 McKenney, 77010.

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mark your calendar Yoga for the Intellect at India House. 11:15am12:15pm. Vedanta Study Group with Joseph Emmett. Lecture and discussion on a series of texts by A. Parthasarthy, beginning with The Fall Of the Human Intellect. Designed to support a daily study at home. Free. India House, O.P Jindal Center, 8888 West Bellfort Ave, 77031. Vedanta Academy, India. Info@VednataHouston.org www.VedantaHouston.org

mark your calendar Holistic Health Open House 1pm-3pm. You will RECEIVE FREE Massage Demos of Swedish, Acupressure, Shiatsu, and more. Learn the many opportunities as a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT). FREE Just call or come by. 713-9745976. Phoenix School of Massage 6600 Harwin Dr. Ste. 101, Houston, TX 77036

sunday Yoga for the Body and Mind. 8-9:30 am. Yoga classes based on the teachings of Swami Ramdev ji including asanas, pranayama and meditation. Free.

Arya Samaj Greater Houston Center, 14375 Shiller Rd., 77082. 281-242-5000 aryasamajhouston.org.

Sunday at Houston Zen Center. 8am-11am. We start with Morning Service followed by meditation, then work practice - mindful cleaning and straightening in the Meditation Hall and the Center’s grounds, then a dharma talk. Free. HOUSTON ZEN CENTER, 1605 Heights BLVD., 77008.

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Sunday Services at Unity of Houston. 9:00am & 11:00am. We welcome you to join us for our services. If you have been searching for a lovefocused place of worship that embraces all people and honors all spiritual paths, Unity could be your answer. Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057.

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Public Dharma talk with Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien. 11:00am-12:30pm. We welcome people of all cultures, religions, and backgrounds to attend the public Dharma talks with Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien. 15202 Dora Lane, Sugar Land, 77498.

(Free, donations welcome. Optional lunch follows.) www.universaldoor.org 281-565-9718

Sunday Oneness Blessing. After 9am and 11am services. The Oneness Blessing, also known as Deeksha, is a hands-on, direct transfer of energy which can strengthen your relationship with your Divine, Spirit, God. Child care available, no reservation required. Love Offering. Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Dr, 77057. 713-782-4050.

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Youth and Teen Program at Universal Door Meditation Center. 11:00am–12:30pm. For youth grades 1-12. This weekly program guided

by Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien allows youth to have a chance to open their eyes to the Awakened happiness already within and discover the world of AWAKE. Registration required, call for more details. Universal Door Meditation Center, 15202 Dora Lane, Sugar Land, 77498. universaldoor.org 281-565-9718

Christian Meditation. 9:00am-9:30 am. Experience meditation and contemplative prayer in preparation for receiving Holy Communion at the 10am worship service. All are welcome. Grace Episcopal Church, 4040 W. Bellfort, 77025. www. graceinhouston.org info@graceinhouston.org or 832-667-8601.

Free Yoga Lab! 9:00am-10:00am. Join us for this dedicated class for new teachers and teachers in training to practice their classes and express their awesomeness! Free. The Heights Medical Tower, 427 West 20th St., Suite 602, 77008. fourdragonsinstitute.com 713-322-9736 Sunday Celebrations at Creative Life Spiritual Center. 9:30am and 11:00am. Founding minister Jesse Jennings speaks on the basics of the Religious Science path. Love offering. Creative Life Spiritual Center, 5326 Spring-Stuebner Rd., Spring, 77389. Contact info@creativelife.org or visit creativelife.org Spanish Language Service at Unity of Houston.

9:45am–10:45am. ¡Bienvenidos a todos! “Servicio en español cada domingo.” Unity of Houston Pyramid, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. UnityHouston.org Sunday at Self-Realization Fellowship. 9:40am12noon. Paramahansa Yogananda’s how-to-live spiritual principles for adults and children. Energize.

Meditate. Learn. Grow. FREE. Self-Realization Fellowship, 3425 Golf Dr, 77018. srfhouston.org Sunday Service at Unity Spiritual Center of Greater Houston. 10:15-11:15am Experience joy-filled vibrations and high-energy spirituality in motion with live music, singing, affirmative prayer, and dynamic sermons. Unity Spiritual Center of Greater Houston, 13615 Kluge Rd, Cypress, 77429. unityspiritualcenterhouston.org (832) 653-7980

mark your calendar Ecstatic Dance Evolution. 10:00am-1:00pm.

Bliss is the goal! Feel great in your body. Move as you like. Meet creative fun high vibe tribe and get a healthy workout! No experience needed, no steps to learn, no shoes necessary. Adults $12-$20.00, Kids $4. MATCH: Midtown Arts and Theatre Center, 3400 Main Street, 77002. Samadhi 281-748-8080 ecstaticdanceevolution.com Acoustic Jams. 10:30am. Easy listening music to brunch by. No cover charge. Last Concert Café, 1403 Nance St., 77002. 713-226-8563 www.lastconcert.com

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mark your calendar Vedanta Study Group with Joseph Emmett.

11:00am-12:00pm. Vedanta Treatise: The Eternities contains the entire Vedantic philosophy in one text. Joseph will lead our reading and take questions. Students are expected to reflect on the material between classes. Copies will be available for purchase. Consulate General of India, MultiPurpose Room, 4300 Scotland St, 77007. Info@ VednataHouston.org. www.VedantaHouston.org Carmel Temple All Faith Service. 11:00am. Different guest speaker every week. Free. Carmel Temple, 1208 Pennsylvania, 77587. carmeltemple.org Dawn Mountain Sunday Meditation. 11am12noon. Join us for guided meditation suitable for everyone. Led by senior members of the Dawn Mountain community. Free. Institute for Spirituality and Health, 8100 Greenbriar Dr Suite #300, 77054. dawnmountain.org Sunday Discussion Circle. 11:45am-12:45pm.

Join us for facilitated, fun, educational discussions on a variety of topics. First Unitarian Universalist Church, 5200 Fannin St. Rm 304, 77004. 713-5265200 www.firstuu.org Centerpoint Body Mind and Spirit Expo. 1pm6pm. Angel oracle readings, psychic medium, tarot card readings, soul oracle readings, tea leaf astrology, astrology and past life readings, foot reflexology, energy healers, jewelry, crystals and more! Free. Center Point, 2727 Fondren Suite 5M, 77080. 713-932-7224 centerpointhouston.org Diamond Way Meditation. 11am-12noon.

Free. Diamond Way Buddhist Center, 2217 W 34th Street, Suite D., 77018. 281-436-6081. diamondway.org/houston/ Food Not Bombs. 7pm. Help provide free vegan meals for Houston’s homeless. Volunteer, donate, or just come see what we do. Free.

Downtown Library Courtyard 521 Lamar, 77002 houstonfoodnotbombs.org Sunday Love Feast. 5:00pm. A free vegetarian meal for any and all. Free. ISKCON Temple 1320 West 34th Street, 77018. 713-686-4482 iskconhouston.org

mark your calendar Whole Mother. 7:30 pm. Hosted by Pat Jones.

A show that discusses the political and practical aspects of being a mother today. KPFC: Community Radio 90.1 FM. kpft.org

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713-492-1173 Sarah@GishCreative.com Subscribe to get info: GishPicks.com

Meditation is well-known as a healing modality and labyrinths are one of the oldest forms of meditation. Join Sarah at her “Second Saturday Labyrinth Walk” at The Hines Center which includes a tour of the Center, an introduction to labyrinths, and a reflective art activity.

MASSAGE PHOENIX SCHOOL OF MASSAGE 6600 Harwin Drive Houston, TX 77036 713-974-5976 themassageschool.com

Reduce stress, relieve anxiety, muscle stress or pain. Get a massage! $35 an hour. Buy 4 massages get one free. That’s only $28 each. Call Today!

12129 Bellaire Blvd., Houston 77072 281-568-1568 • zen@cthouston.org cthouston.org

Chan/Zen Meditation Classes, guided by Ordained Zen Masters of Chung Tai Chan Monastery. No fees. Donations are welcome. No prior experience required for beginners. Check the web site (event calendar) for the most current information.

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ISHA FOUNDATION/ INNER ENGINEERING

Norris Conference Center – Westchase 9990 Richmond Avenue Houston, TX 77042 innerengineering.com/houston 832-408-0663

Isha Foundation is an international nonprofit dedicated to human wellbeing founded by Sadhguru who’s a yogi, mystic and a visionary.

As Sadhguru has said, “right now the most important thing in the world is raising human consciousness. Tremendous technologies have come. The problem is not of technology. The problem is of compulsiveness.

When we say compulsiveness, it’s just absence of consciousness. If we were conscious human beings, we would use everything for our wellbeing and everybody’s wellbeing.”

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VENUSHAIRHOUSTON.COM ~ 361 West 19th Street in the Historical Heights UNIVERSAL DOOR MEDITATION CENTER 15202 Dora Lane Sugar Land, TX 77498 281-565-9718 universaldoor.org

Are you ready to Wake Up? Discover Awake Mind through Zen meditation. Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien guides students to apply this life-changing tool in all situations. Transform stress, struggles, health issues, and conflicts that you thought were unchangeable facts of life! Attend our FREE Tuesday Meditation 101 class. See our ad on page 5.

Set your goals high and don’t stop till you get there. ~Bo Jackson

MIDWIFE JACKIE GREER, CNW

MIDWIFE IN THE HEIGHTS 637 W 20th Street Houston, TX 77008 jackiegriggsmidwife.com Jcgriggscnm@gmail.com 713-505-1802

For personalized pre-natal and birth care including home birth and water birth by an experienced Certified Nurse Midwife and Board-Certified Lactation Consultant contact Jackie Griggs. Conveniently located in The Heights. Serving the Houston Metro.

Visit our website for more information and call us today. See ad on page 5.

NATURAL HORMONES DR. FISHER ROAD 2 WELLNESS

Dr. LaTronica Fisher, DNP, ANP, GNP, RN 4544 Post Oak Place Dr. STE #254 Houston, Texas 77027 DrFisherRoad2Wellness.com 713 520-8188

Say goodbye to hot flashes, night sweats and more. Without using synthetic prescription hormones or bio-identical hormones. Your body knows how to produce the correct amount of hormones. Call today for your FREE consultation and be on your way to a younger body and a good night’s sleep.

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NEW DECISION THERAPY WELLNESS CONSULTATIONS

12900 Queensberry Lane, Suite 201 Houston, TX 77079 281-794-5255 drnettie.net

Suffering from addictions, compulsive behavior patterns, unhealthy relationship patterns, anxiety, phobias, depression or feelin g stuck New D ecis ion TherapyTM can help. Call Dr. Nettie Ramsay today to schedule your initial consultation.

OPTICIAN FACTORY EYEGLASS OUTLET 7921 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024 713-468-5665 factoryfineeyewear.com

Factory Eyeglass Outlet provides the ultimate services for all your eyecare needs. Whether you’re looking for premium or standard eye-wear, we have something for you. As part of our superior services we offer complimentary consulting and frame styling. Next time you need you need new eyeglasses or need a repair choose Factory Eyeglass Outlet. Start the new year with a new look. Better sight- Better Life.

Can’t lose weight? Feeling Sluggish? Let us help undo the damage from overconsumption and poor food choices. All natural, organic, resort and spa. Immerse yourself in personal attention from our staff. Call of visit our website to book your stay today! See ad on page 2.

OZONE THERAPY ACTIVATE OZONE SAUNA THERAPY 2034-A W Gray St Suite 113 In the Phenix SuitesRiver Oaks Shopping Center Houston, TX 77019 713-294-8075 activateozone.com

Discover the amazing effects of ozone sauna therapy which oxygenates your blood vessels and aids in relieving muscle soreness in athletes, pain due to arthritis, cancer treatment symptoms, and more.

Ozone sauna therapy removes harmful toxins from the body while cleansing and refreshing it as well.

Book your appointment online today.

PAIN RELIEF AUNT ALBERTA’S REMEDY Homeopathic Pain Relief Cream 973-715-9097 info@AlbertasPainRelief.com www.albertaspainrelief.com

Need Relief from Arthritis? Try Aunt Alberta’s Remedy 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. All-natural ingredients! Do you want to feel a real difference from the nagging aches of arthritis?

Feel less pain & have more range of motion? Use Aunt Alberta’s Pain Relief Cream! Get relief today!

Great buy, get a 4oz jar for $15! See website for other options. See what people say about Aunt Alberta’s Remedy and Purchase Now on our website.

RETREATS THE SERENITY RETREAT

2060 N. Loop W. Frwy, Suite 200, Houston, TX 77018 713-649-7729 serenityretreat.com

If you are seriously ready to get rid of the emotional pain in your life, God is ready too. We’ll help you connect with the living Lord and feel peace wherever you feel negative emotions. Visit our website and call today schedule an appointment.

www.NaturalAwakenings-Houston.com

10500 Deer Lake Lode Rd. Montgomery Tx 77316 936-647-1383 DeerLakeLodge.com

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Midwife in The Heights

Jackie Griggs, Midwife in The Heights is Certified Nurse Midwife and Evidence Based Birth Instructor.

She is located in The Houston Heights and provides a variety of services including: prenatal care, birth care (either home birth or at the Bay Area Birth Center), breast feeding support and well woman care. If you are making plans to have a child or have one on the way, contact Jackie and discover the difference a midwife can make.

JACKIE GRIGGS, MIDWIFE IN THE HEIGHTS 637 W 20th Street Houston, TX 77008 713-505-1802 jackiegriggsmidwife.com

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SCHOOLS

PHOENIX SCHOOL OF MASSAGE 6600 Harwin Drive Houston, TX 77036 713-974-5976 themassageschool.com

BEGIN THE CAREER YOU WILL LOVE TO PUT YOUR HANDS TO! As a Licensed Massage Therapist you can enjoy life as you work at a spa, wellness center, doctor’s office, or even begin your own practice. Begin today, the career that will change your life!

SPIRITUALITY GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH 4040 West Bellfort Street Houston, TX 77025 713-666-1408 GraceInHouston.org

We are a welcoming Christian community sharing our spiritual journeys through worship, fellowship and outreach. Grounded in Episcopal worship and practices, while also open to creative expressions of our faith. Come and be with us.

HOUSTON AREA ECKANKAR CENTER 11231 Richmond Ave., D-106 Houston, TX 77082 281-759-1130 eckankar-texas.org/site/centers/houston/

The Path of Spiritual Freedom redefines the experience of religion. It offers an individual the spiritual tools needed to walk one’s own journey home to God. Our website lists our many spiritual opportunities. You are warmly invited to join us.

UNITY OF HOUSTON 2929 Unity Drive Houston TX 77057 713-782-4050 Unityhouston.org

Unity of Houston offers positive, practical teachings that support spiritual evolution and abundant living.

We are welcoming of all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical disability or sexual orientation. We emphasize our Oneness in God and the goodness in people.

UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER OF GREATER HOUSTON 13615 Kluge Road Cypress, Texas 77429 281-374-7085 unityspiritualcenterhouston.org

Ours is a positive, practical, progressive approach to Christianity based on the teachings of Jesus - as well as other master teachers and the power of prayer. If you want to know God and experience God at work in your life, join us on Sundays!

THERMOGRAPHY THERMAL IMAGING SERVICES

Angel Marlow, CNHP, CAHC, CCT 24550 Kingsland Blvd. Katy, TX 77494 713-621-4406 angel@thermalimagingtexas.com ThermalImaingTexas.com

No Compression, No Radiation, Painless. Thermography creates images that illustrate heat patterns in the body. The images are analysed for abnormalities that may be signs of disease in the body. Thermography can be conducted onsite at your business or at any of our 7 area locations. Call for an appointment TODAY! See ad on page 6.

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Childbirth & Postpartum Services

• HypnoBirthing® Classes for Expectant Parents -

Learn to birth in calm and joy with Houston’s leading comprehensive childbirth preparation class

• HypnoBirthing® Practitioner Certification for Birth Professionals -

Build a career as a HypnoBirthing® Childbirth Educator

• Placenta Encapsulation Services Serving every major birthing facility throughout Houston as well as home births

Let us help you to have a happier postpartum with our highly rated, Professional Placenta Services

For an Empowered Birth & Happier Postpartum Contact: Cliodhna Griffin, HBCE, CMT, APPAC

281-217-9294 • www.BornFreeBirthing.com YOGA YOGA FOR MENTAL & PHYSICAL HAPPINESS

Facilitated by Lin Weiss, Certified Yoga Therapist Integrative Hatha Yoga Wednesday 9:30am Yin Yoga for Deep Tissue Release Saturdays 9:30am Theraputic Hatha Yoga Houston Ayurveda Center 3222 Mercer Street Houston, TX 77027 713-858-8595 linweiss@earthlink.net conscioushealingnow.com

Lin Weiss is the founder/owner of Yoga for Mental & Physical Happiness. Her passion for yoga is evidenced by her warm & personable teaching style. Small classes afford individual instruction for students of any level, making progress attainable & real. Private sessions available by appt. Call today! See ad on page 5.

Houston’s Most Experienced Midwives

Prenatal Care Birth Care • Home Birth Jackie is a Certified Nurse-Midwife with a Masters degree in nursing who has delivered over 1,500 babies

Choose The Best For Your Baby’s Birth

Venus Hair Design, a Heights Original

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hen Susan Venus opened a beauty shop in what was the 19th Street Barber Shop, little did she know that thirtyeight years later it would have become a must-see place to visit. Venus and her staff are proud to be able to provide their customers of any age with any style, from a trim to a Mohawk.

She is a wizard at color.

Venus has been involved in the Art Car scene for many years and has won numerous trophies for her creation, the Venus Hairse. Venus is a big supporter of Heights community development and is very involved with local parades and street festivals. If there is a parade in The Heights, you will always see the Venus Hairse and you can usually see it parked out front when she is in.

If you live in or are visiting The Heights be sure to drop by and say hi.

VENUS HAIR DESIGN

637 W. 20th, Houston, TX 77008

www.JackieGriggsMidwife.com Call Today & schedule a complimentary consultation (713) 505-1802

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Born Free Birthing HypnoBirthing® Classes & Placenta Encapsulation Services Houston

Cliodhna Griffin HBCE, APPAC, is the founder of Born Free Birthing and is a certified and experienced HypnoBirthing® Practitioner in Houston, Texas, who has been trained in HypnoBirthing® by the founder Marie F Mongan and is proudly Houston’s first APPA triple certified Placenta Encapsulation Specialist.

Cliodhna hails from Ireland but currently lives in Kingwood, Texas with her husband of 10 years and their 2 fantastic daughters, 1 of whom is a darling HypnoBirthing® baby.

Her group HypnoBirthing® classes are taught in Houston, Pearland and Kingwood. Private classes are also available. She is also now offering HypnoBirthing® training classes for professional childbirth workers.

Cliodhna is a dedicated practitioner and loves to help moms have happy births and strong postpartum recoveries. For more information go to bornfreebirthing.com. You can follow Born Free Birthing on Facebook at facebook.com/bornfreebirthing and on Instagram at instagram.com/bornfreebirthing.

BORN FREE BIRTHING Kingwood, Texas bornfreebirthing.com

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