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Contents

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

11 FOREVER FLEXIBLE

Keep Joints Naturally Healthy

14 YOGA MEETS LIFEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS Tapping into Our True Nature

16 2018 YOGA DIRECTORY

Listings of local yoga studios and practitioners

17 YOGA ETIQUETTE Discretion On The Mat

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DEPARTMENTS 5 affirming

naturally 5 news brief 6 event briefs 9 unity news 15 inspiration 16 yoga directory

17 yoga naturally 19 yoga glossary 24 calendar 29 resource guide September 2018

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reetings! As I am writing this in late August, Cindy and I are settling into our new home in the country. Although there are challenges and lots of work still to be done, it is so quiet and peaceful here. We can keep the basenjis inside with us part of the time and they are enjoying the company of their humans as much as we are enjoying their company. I’m looking forward to planting a big fall garden and Cindy is excited to have her own kitchen space again. We’ve met some of the neighbors up and down our road and have checked out a couple of the local eating places and we already feel at home. Much thanks to friends at Dawn Mountain for making it possible. As Jimmy Buffett said, “Changes in latitudes, changes in attitudes, if we couldn’t laugh we would just go insane.” September is Yoga Month here at Natural Awakenings. We have articles by local yoga instructors, a yoga studio directory and lots of yoga related events in the calendar. There are also many other fun events going on around the city. Cindy and I will be back in the city for YogaMassTM on the 8th, His Holiness Swami Vidyadhishananda on the 22nd & 26th and YoUniverSoul Community Yoga on the 29th, and I will be in the city several other days during the month on business. We look forward to seeing many of you then. Brightest blessings,

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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.

his weekly program guided by Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien allows kids (grades 1-12) of all backgrounds, religions, and cultures to have a chance to open their eyes to the Awakened happiness already within and discover the world of AWAKE. Youth and teens will understand and touch the Awake already within to gain a sense of responsibility, independence, leader-ship skills, and maturity. Focus, listening, and communication skills improve greatly. Awake clarity allows them to express gratitude and respect for others and reduce stress and conflicts at school or home. Life becomes joyful and meaningful. Kids get a chance to learn and practice a variety of AWAKE meditation styles such as sitting, walking, eating, and yes, playing meditation, too! Through games and activities, they will apply the meaningful teachings and lessons to realize who they truly are in order to live with Awakened happiness every-where.

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by Doyle Ward 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 life. The only place we have to take action or make changes is the present. To truly live life to the fullest itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to continually move forward. For some this can be difficult for many reasons. Sometimes we get caught up living in the past. Self-doubt and outside influences can also hinder us. Life is about change and that is accomplished by allowing ourselves to move forward.

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Divorce Happens. The end of a marriage often leaves us feeling flawed, enraged, anxious and lonely. Yet, in the midst of this uncertainty and pain, there are opportunities for self-discovery, personal growth and new beginnings. The Guide to Good Divorce program is designed to empower women to successfully navigate through divorce toward a fuller, healthier and happier life. The program offers information and advice from uniquely qualified experts on the law of divorce in Texas, divorce financial planning, life skills, and wellness.

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EARTHDANCE HOUSTON! “Give Peace a Dance!” and have a great time. How? Come to Earthdance!

oin us Saturday, September 22nd for Earthdance 2018, the most joyful synchronized global dance for peace on the planet, a special day when conscious people in 600 locations in 50 countries come together to radiate harmony through music and dance in a culture of peace. Houston’s ecstatic Earthdance festivities take place from 6 to 9 pm at the beautiful 8-acre wooded Urban Farm at 5415 Wheatley (Ella becomes Wheatley) about 2 miles from the Hare Krishna Temple & Cultural Center, just outside the Heights. Feel free to try henna body art, face painting, DIY art for kids and adults, seed planting, try on a sari, flow art, bhakti yoga, holistic vendors and more. The main program features the Synchronized Global Prayer for Peace and Spiral Dance plus drum circle. Performances by Lee Alexander, named best male vocalist by Houston Press in 2010, the band “The Philosophers”, kirtan/mantra music by Conscious Houston and a complimentary vegan dinner catered by Govinda’s. Suggested donation: $ 10. Earthdance is co-produced by Earthdance International & the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) of Houston. It coincides with ISKCON’s annual World Holy Name Week, which aims to flood the world with spiritual sound (mantra) to achieve real unity. According to Robert Ruzicka, director of the organic Urban Farm, which shelters three ahimsa cows, this year’s theme is “Plant Peace, Plant Hope.” “Earthdance is more than just an epic global party,” he says, “it is a proactive celebration to help heal our planet, to plant seeds of peace and hope at a time when we desperately need to come together on the soul level.” Join hundreds of blissful Houstonians and thousands of kindred souls worldwide and experience the magic of Earthdance 2018! Vendors are welcome to showcase their services. For more information, go to Earthdancehouston.org or call Shoba Kisori 832-294-7503. See ad on page 15.

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The Guide to a Good Divorce Seminars Helps Women Prepare for Divorce and Move Forward

he Guide to Good Divorce Seminars, launched in 2012, is a unique and increasingly popular Houston program designed to help women transition legally, financially and spiritually through the divorce process to a healthier, happier life -- post-divorce. The next seminar is September 22, from 8:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Houstonian Hotel in Houston. “Divorce is rarely easy -- yet navigating these rough waters with a road map based on knowledge, preparation and support can be transformational,” explains Trey Yates, a Houston based, board-certified family law attorney and founder of the program. “Our seminars are holistic in scope and provide women with vital information they need to make informed decisions about the divorce process and putting their lives back together,” says Yates. “The program addresses the legal and financial challenges of divorce, and also its potential as a time of self-discovery and personal growth. Our program also encourages attendees to build support communities and address spiritual wellness needs.”

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Sanganer Jaina Temple The main shrine of the Sanganer Jaina Temple situated outside of Jaipur, India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Adinatha (Rishabhadeva), however the central altar is of the Jaina Tirthankara, Lord Parshwanatha.

Kedarnath Temple A rare view of Kedarnātha Temple before modern construction. The altar is revered as one of the twelve jyotirlingam (Lord Shiva’s altar of light) and is a highly frequented pilgrimage center.

Shrine of Saint Jnaneshwar in Alandi The shrine of Saint Jnaneshwar atop his living altar or jiva-samadhi in Alandi, Maharashtra, India. Saint Jnaneshwar was born in 1275 and only lived to his early 20s. He is renowned for his commentary on the Bhagavad Gita known as Jnaneshwari.

Sacred Indic Art Auction In Support of The Self-Enquiry Life Fellowship

ouston residents have the rare opportunity to experience an enchanting evening of art and culture offered by the Guidestar Gold and top-rated Nonprofit, Self-Enquiry Life Fellowship. The annual benefit auction, known by its Sanskrit name Sattwadharman, takes place on September 29th and features a limited release of 36 rare meditative vintage photographs and antique altar paintings from the Self-Enquiry Life Fellowship’s archive collection. This special event makes it possible for historians, art connoisseurs, and Indic Studies specialists as well as spiritual seekers to access sacred art prints not easily available elsewhere. The Self-Enquiry Life Fellowship’s archive features photographers from the 19th century who captured the nuances of Indic philosophical roots and the spiritual depth of architectural and natural wonders. A thematic portfolio of eight photographs focusing on work as worship is included in the auction. All the artworks are analyzed alongside Sanskrit literature by

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the Nonprofit’s Vedic monks who rely on their meditative understanding to select a particular portfolio. This process honors what the photographers would have seen, creates a coherent storyline, and connects the art to Sanskrit lore. Releases are preceded by meticulous remastering which allows for a beautiful reproduction that aptly represents the original mystique. Each antique photo is digitized, cleaned and tone-adjusted; rare painting relics are repainted, corrected according to ancient texts, and digitally reproduced as fine art prints. These rare artworks take on the form of living altars in our homes, emitting an aura of divinity and uncovering the rich lore of sacred times and spaces. Art historian and appraiser Elizabeth Stewart notes, “These photographs are living symbols of the capacity of living illumination....They offer us the light of time and history, the light of intelligence and wisdom and craft, and the light of inner conception.” www.NaturalAwakenings-Houston.com

The benefit dinner and silent auction features sublime Sanskrit chanting by His Holiness Swami Vidyadhishananda, spiritual founder of the Nonprofit, who will also deliver the keynote address. The evening includes rare video footage of traditional whole-brain accelerated schooling in India recorded at the Nonprofit’s sister institution. A healing vegetarian dinner will be served. Sattwadharman takes place on Saturday, September 29th at 4pm at the VPSS Vallabh Hall 11715 Bellfort Village Dr, Houston, TX 77031. Proceeds from this benefit event support Self Enquiry Life Fellowship’s heritage projects on the revival of indigenous knowledge, accelerated learning curricula, and valuebased educational publications. For more information visit hansavedas.org/benefit. For more information about Self Enquiry Life Fellowship’s vintage photography and sacred painting projects visit the “Projects” tab at hansavedas.org. See ad on page 20.

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“Adventures in Faith: Discover the Power within You” Seven weeks that will change your life forever! September 23rd – November 4th Sundays at 9:00 am & 11:00 am, and Wednesdays at 7:00 pm

n Sunday, September 23rd, Unity of Houston will kick off a 7-week series that will CHANGE the course of your life! Infinite power resides within each of us. The power to heal our bodies, our relationships, and our finances. You have the power to transform your experience of living from struggle and suffering, to freedom and joy! Jesus demonstrated this power. He also said that “greater works than these” would be accomplished by those who follow his teachings. This powerful series, led by Unity of Houston Senior Minister, Rev. Michael Gott, is based on the book “Discover the Power Within You” by Eric Butterworth. According to Butterworth, “We are human in expression but divine in creation and limitless in potentiality.” Weekly themes include:

Week 1 – The Great Discovery Week 3 – Your Thought is Your Choice Week 5 – The Laws of Living and Being Week 7 – The Great Demonstration

Week 2 – The Great Decision Week 4 – The Forgotten Art of Prayer Week 6 – Forgiveness and Healing

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Rev. Michael Gott has been well-known in the world of New Thought for over 20 years. He has received numerous honors and awards, including a doctorate from the Centers for Spiritual Living. In 2017, Rev. Gott was named Senior Minister at Unity of Houston, which is one of the largest New Thought ministries in the movement. Rev. Gott says, “Nothing is more inspiring to me than to see someone step out of a limiting idea and into possibility.” See ad on page 15.

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The Problem of Perfectionism by Rev. Michael Gott - Senior Minister, Unity of Houston

used to think that at some point, I would have learned all my lessons, healed all my wounds, and would be, I don’t know, perfect. So far, not even close. I now have a little more patience with myself around my humanity. (It has made me less judgmental of others, too!) But I still struggle sometimes with the fact that I, well… still struggle! When I began my journey of recovery in the 12-steps years ago, my sponsor pointed out that, in addition to my alcohol struggles, I had a problem with perfectionism. I looked at her incredulously and said, “But that can’t be right. I’ve never done anything perfectly!” To which she just smiled knowingly and said, “Exactly!” Somewhere in my early life, I picked up the message that my worthiness as a human being was directly tied to my ability to move through life without making mistakes. And all those

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mistakes, errors in judgment, and horrible choices I made simply confirmed that I was inferior and deficient in some fundamental way. In Unity, we teach original blessing, rather than original sin—that at the core of our being, we are divine. All of our struggle and suffering is caused by our “forgetting” this most basic truth. Many Eastern spiritual paths also teach this as the nature of human reality. Our spiritual work is to remember who we are, to reveal our deepest truth, to discover and deliver our unique and authentic self into the Universe. And that, my friends, is a process—a lifelong process. Some might even say an eternal process happening over infinite lifetimes. So, relax. Take a breath. Let yourself off the hook and just be. You’ve got time. You are growing at exactly the right pace for your soul’s journey. Join us for Sunday services at Unity of Houston! 9am and 11am. 2929 Unity Dr., Houston, 77057

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About 65 percent of patients try to treat joint pain with daily anti-inflammatory drugs that can damage the stomach and kidneys. Many work and exercise less due to pain, making arthritis the leading cause of disability. More than 1 million undergo expensive, risky surgeries annually, with hip and knee replacements performed twice as often now as in 2000. Although conventional medicine maintains that drugs, surgery and reduced activity are inevitable, a new generation of clinicians disagree. They’ve seen how by losing weight, fighting inflammation with wholesome food and supplements, exercising smart and exploring science-backed integrative therapies, patients can manage the root causes of joint pain and find relief. “We have many tools at our disposal to halt or slow the progression of arthritis so most people never have to have surgery,” says Doctor of Naturopathy Casey Seenauth, a staff physician at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine Pain Relief Center, in Tempe, Arizona.

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hirty-seven percent of American adults 18 and older suffer from arthritis—a catch-all term for a dozen varieties of joint disease—according to the nonprofit Arthritis Foundation. One in two men and two in three women 65 or older may have it, estimates a recent Boston University study. Due to increasing obesity rates and autoimmune disorders, it’s also impacting 8 million Millennials, reports the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “I’m seeing higher rates, more severe cases and more of them in younger people. It’s an epidemic no one is talking about,” says Dr. Susan Blum, a Rye Brook, New York, physician and author of Healing Arthritis: Your 3-Step Guide to Conquering Arthritis Naturally.

The term “arthritis” can conjure images of aging cartilage worn thin by years of overuse. Yet this common type, known as osteoarthritis, is just one of many joint pain culprits. Rheumatoid arthritis, which manifests in swelling and pain in the hands, wrists, feet or toes, arises when the body’s immune system attacks itself, destroying tissue around the joints. Spondyloarthritis inflames the spine and sometimes the eyes and gut. Infections like Lyme disease, parvovirus and hepatitis B can also ignite arthritic joint pain. Inflammation may exacerbate them all, so an anti-inflammatory program can typically provide relief, says Blum. Serious forms might require more aggressive treatments; a visit with an integrative clinician is an important first step.

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About one-third of obese people have arthritis, and research shows that with every pound lost, joint pain diminishes—the lighter the load, the less the pressure on joints. A Wake Forest University study of knee osteoarthritis patients showed that with each 10 pounds lost, 40 pounds of pressure is lifted from the knee. “But it’s not simply about the load on the joints,” says Blum. Fat cells release compounds called inflammatory cytokines, which can boost inflammation and pain. And new research from

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the University of Rochester, in New York, suggests that obesity may also impair the gut microbiome (beneficial bacteria lining the gastrointestinal tract), further exacerbating arthritis. “There is no doubt that the gut bacteria are involved in the onset and perpetuation of inflammation and pain in arthritis,” says Blum. When researchers fed mice the equivalent of a “cheeseburger and milkshake” diet for 12 weeks, doubling their body fat, they found more pro-inflammatory bacteria in their colon, more cartilage deterioration than in lean mice and more inflammation in their knees.

Healing the Gut Heals Joints

Blum explains that dysbiosis, an overgrowth of harmful bacteria in the intestinal tract, can damage its fragile lining, allowing bits of bacteria to enter the bloodstream and ignite an autoimmune response. Dysbiosis can be kick-started by antibiotics, drugs like proton pump inhibitors, bad diet or stress, says Blum, who battled autoimmune arthritis after her son had a traumatic accident.

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For curbing arthritis through the gut microbiome, the science is young. A few small human studies conducted in China and Finland suggest that ingesting specific strains of Lactobacillus (including casei, acidophilus, reuteri and rhamnosus) and Bifidobacterium (bifidum and infantis) may decrease inflammation and pain associated with arthritis. In the University of Rochester study, overweight mice fed prebiotics (indigestible fibers that good bacteria feed on) had less arthritis progression. Blum recommends taking antimicrobial herbs like oregano oil to heal a gut overgrown with bad bacteria and a highquality probiotic supplement to replenish good bacteria. She also suggests ditching processed food and products with refined sugar, along with known allergens like gluten, soy and dairy, which can spawn inflammation. Avoid nightshade vegetables like tomatoes, potatoes and peppers, which anecdotally have been suggested to aggravate joint pain. Overall, strive for a plant-based diet high in fiber, colorful, antioxidant-rich vegetables and “good” fats. One recent Michigan State University study found that when osteoarthritis patients switched to a plant-based diet for six weeks, they experienced less pain than those in the meat-eating control group.

Exercise Smart

When joint pain begins to flare up, a carefully chosen workout may be exactly what’s needed for relief. A.J. Gregg, a chiropractor in Flagstaff, Arizona, says, “There is an element of ‘use-it-or-lose it’.” The proper exercise depends partly on which joints are affected. He notes that properly executed strength training exercises like lifting weights can stabilize muscles around joints, easing strain and preventing arthritis from accelerating. Low-impact aerobic exercises like cycling or swimming can fuel the production and flushing of fluids through the joints without overloading them. Tai chi can improve range of motion. Even running, long falsely maligned as a precursor to arthritis, can help prompt cartilage cells to divide and replenish faster, research suggests. A study of 75,000 runners by researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, in California, found that they

were less likely to develop osteoarthritis of the knee than less active people. A subsequent paper by University of Illinois researchers found that while each running step levels more force on joints than a walking step, the foot hits the ground less often, so when it comes to wear and tear, it approximates the effect of walking. “Running doesn’t set people up for earlier development of osteoarthritis, and can in fact be protective,” says Gregg, stressing that proper form, a soft running surface and moderation are all important.

Regenerative Injections

For more advanced cases of osteoarthritis, Seenauth recommends regenerative injections such as prolotherapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. For PRP, doctors draw some of the patient’s blood and spin it down with a centrifuge to isolate platelets loaded with growth-promoting compounds. Then, they inject the platelets into the joint. A study of 78 patients with knee osteoarthritis published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine found that those receiving one or two PRP injections had significantly less pain and better function six months later, while the placebo group worsened. In prolotherapy, doctors inject natural substances like dextrose and saline into the joint two to three times for six to eight weeks to promote production of collagen and other tissue-regenerating compounds. “Rather than inject a steroid, which provides a short-term fix by suppressing the immune response, we inject a concentrated solution that ignites the body’s natural healing response,” says Seenauth.

A Mind-Body Approach

Natural joint pain remedies also encompass

acupuncture and meditation. In the UK, a University of York meta-review of 114 studies exploring 22 integrative or complementary therapies for arthritis, including strength and aerobic exercise training, found acupuncture to have the most studies completed and the most promising results. “Acupuncture can be considered as one of the more effective physical treatments for alleviating osteoarthritis knee pain in the short term,” concluded the authors. University of Auckland researchers, in New Zealand, recruited 42 rheumatoid arthritis patients and assigned half to a program of mindfulness-based stress reduction, described by researchers as “the cultivation of nonjudgmental attention to unwanted thoughts, feelings and bodily experiences via meditation.” While the meditation group saw no change in levels of inflammatory markers in the blood or the number of swollen joints, they did report significantly less morning stiffness, tenderness and pain. The patients, in essence, trained themselves to experience their symptoms differently. “Pain is not just about nerves detecting a noxious stimulant and sending the signal to your brain. The brain has a whole system for processing these signals, and is also informed by your experiences, emotions and cognition,” says Seenauth, who recommends mindfulness meditation to all of his patients. “With the right nutrition, therapies and state of mind,” he says, “you can significantly reduce the impact joint pain has on your life.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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within us. These impressions determine how we view the world, and they limit our ability to enjoy life. We can begin learning how to release these impressions by letting go of the little things that irritate us for no reason—like the weather or someone’s attitude. We have a tendency to resist uncomfortable feelings, so we try to fix and control our environment. A commitment to yoga demands that we let go of our personal reactions and use each experience in life to go beyond our comfort zone. The science of yoga is centered on realizing the essential self—the one within who is simply aware. It comes from thousands of years of enlightened beings devoting their lives to the questions: “Who am I? Why do my thoughts and emotions change so much?” This inquiry helps us find the true self inside, the self beyond personality and the mind’s fears and opinions. Progress happens through cultivating awareness. The simplest approach is to ask: “Who is in here looking through these eyes and experiencing this world?” Don’t try to answer. Just relax back into the essence of your being—the one who sees—and experience life from this place of awareness. When we’re clear and comfortable with who we are inside, life becomes beautiful—regardless of what is going on around us. We can then help raise the world for the better. There is freedom and peace in that. Michael A. Singer, author of The Untethered Soul, is founder of the Temple of the Universe yoga and meditation center, in Alachua, Florida. See UntetheredSoul.com.

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2018 Yoga Directory Listings OMNI YOGA CENTER 3030 North Park Kingwood, Texas, 77339

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We have been serving the community through the Iyengar yoga tradition since 2003. Iyengar yoga emphasizes correct alignment and a precision that builds strength, stamina, balance, flexibility and a sense of wellbeing. Based on the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar which are grounded in the Yoga Sutaras of Patanjali, students achieve meditation in action and learn to exist fully in the moment.

SPRING YOGA STUDIO (Inside Ataraxia Old Town Spring) 26315 Preston Ave Ste A Spring, Texas 77373 832-992-0250 springtxyoga.com

What is your excuse for not doing yoga? “I’m not flexible enough”, “ I don’t have time”, or “I would, but I can’t do that with my body”. Hope Maxwell believes yoga can be as easy or as hard as you want it, it’s all up to you. It is an ancient practice that is designed to make your muscles and bones remain healthy as we age gracefully. Styles taught at Spring Yoga include Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Recovery Yoga and Beginner’s Yoga. Visit our website for more information or to book a class. If you are in Old Town Spring, drop by and say, “hi!”

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Urban Fit Yoga Houston is centrally located in the Rice Military neighborhood. Increase your flexibility, reduce chronic pain & tightness with our t h e ra p e u t i c yo g a classes. We offer Stretch Flow Yoga, Bikram Hot Yoga, Hatha Flow Yoga, Power Flow Yoga, Pilates Abs & Booty Burnin’. Visit our website today for more information. Come in for our $40 New Student Special (3 Classes/14 Days).

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Deborah Douglas and her staff combine a variety of yoga styles, aromatherapy and reiki into the perfect blend. If you live in the Missouri City, Sugar Land or Southwest Houston area, visit the website and give Deborah a call. Experience the perfect blend at Yoga Mix Studio.

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set foot into the studio; nothing is more grating than the sound of a ringing cell phone during practice. (And few things as embarrassing as scrambling to silence your phone mid-class).

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s yoga becomes increasingly popular in the west, there are a great many practices being called yoga today, which may or may not adhere to the traditional tenets of this ancient, spiritual practice and discipline. While in actuality everything is yoga (Yoga means “union” in Sanskrit) – there are subtle and proven protocols for courtesies, and integrity on the mat. Have you ever just settled into your breath at the beginning of a class, your body-mind remembering the peace and sanctity on your mat, your breath drawing you deeper within…and suddenly, the startling sound of a mat being slapped down indiscriminately interrupts your Zen, the teacher’s dialog and your personal process? It’s actually painful. As a yoga instructor for over a decade and a practitioner for more than a quarter of a century, I am often amazed and startled by the ignorance of yoga etiquette I sometimes see in my travels. It occurs to me that perhaps many have not had the advantage of the restraint teachings my trailblazing teachers brought to this country in the 1960s. Hence, this is my inspiration for this writing. May it serve your yoga journey well and your bliss body for a lifetime of practice.

Discretion #1: Arrive Early Aim to arrive 10 minutes prior to class. Allowing yourself time to relax and settle in before you begin. Arriving late shows a lack of respect for the teacher and the other students. The teacher has taken time to prepare class content with a planned flow from beginning to the end. The students have taken the time to get there before class starts so they may participate in the entire class. If your tardiness exceeds 10 minutes, it’s best to chalk it up to a missed class.

Discretion #2: Silence Cell Phones & Tablets Make a habit of doing this before you

The studio stays clean and hygienic if everyone leaves his or her shoes (even flip flops) outside the door. This is an honoring of Mother Earth, and the sacred ground where we practice. PAY ATTENTION to where you walk barefoot in the studio – it is a major NO-NO to tread on another students’ mat. Honor the sacred space of your fellow students.

Discretion #4: Communicate with Your Teacher If you have concerns, contraindications or injuries (past or present) discuss with your instructor. She/He can recommend modifications so that you get the most benefit from your practice without unnecessary strain. Speak up if something doesn’t feel right, but don’t “hog” the teacher during class. If you have many concerns, schedule a private session.

Discretion #4: Relish the Quiet Enter in the noble silence, creating an environment conducive to the development of insight, compassion and concentration. A yoga classroom is like a sanctuary – people come here to relax and find peace. Honor this by observing as much quiet as possible. Try not to make distracting sounds, i.e. overzealous grunts and groans, and save any chitchat for after class – OUTSIDE the studio.

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Discretion #5: Keep Belongings Outside of Class Floor space in a studio can be limited, so keep your footprint to a minimum. Limit belongings near your mat to essentials, i.e. water bottle, towel and maybe an additional layer for relaxation at the close of class. Leave coats, totes, keys, phones (silenced), and anything else within a designated and secure area outside the classroom.

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Sweat is good – it’s a sign you’re working your metabolism in a healthy way to cleanse and detoxify the body. However, if you’re prone to perspire heavily, bring a towel to the mat to wipe your brow and prevent any dripping on a neighbor’s mat. As a courtesy to the next class – wipe up any excess sweat on or around your mat after class.

Discretion #7: Excuse Yourself Quietly If you must use the restroom during class, it’s most polite to wait until a short period of rest like Child’s Pose or between asanas. Excuse yourself quietly, trying not to obstruct other students’ and their view of the instructor.

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Savasana is a delicious period of relaxation at the end of each yoga session. If you roll up your mat and dash out the door during this quiet time, you’re not only annoying your fellow students, you’re missing out on what is arguably the most essential part of the practice. Forget about the to-do list and allow yourself to really sink into this incredibly restorative pose. BREATHE and remind yourself that this is why you are here. You’ll be glad you did!

Discretion #9: Practice on An Empty Stomach Yoga is to be practiced on an empty stomach. Allow 1-2 hours after a light meal. 3-4 hours after a heavy meal. Regardless of what style of yoga you are practicing, these simple and clear codes of conduct on the mat will help you to maintain the sacred space insuring the very best therapeutic outcomes for your practice. The Law of Oneness (union) is a foundation of yoga. Everything is energy and all in our world and universe, including the seen and unseen, are connected. The inner world is a reflection of the outer world. Let us work together to create a peaceful, respectful and healing environment, on and off of the mat. OM, Shanti, Peace. Namaste’ Lin Lin Weiss is a Certified Yoga Therapist trained in the physiological benefits of Asana & Pranayama and steeped in the study of human anatomy & the psycho-spiritual and health benefits of a consistent practice. Traditional Hatha & Yin Yoga Classes: 9:30am, Saturdays & Wednesdays. Private sessions by appt. Lin is a Holistic Health Practitioner; Energy Healer and Life Enhancement Coach in private practice in Houston, TX. Contact: linweiss@conscioushealingnow.com. 713-858-8595. conscioushealingnow.com. See ad on page 14. 18

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oga, a holistic art and practice that originated some 5,000 years ago in India, aims to integrate mind, body and spirit. The word yoga comes from the Sanskrit root yuj, meaning to yoke or unite, and refers to the joining of body with mind and mind with soul to achieve health, balance, tranquility and enlightenment. Individuals of every age and physical condition can benefit from the regular practice of yoga, which has been proven to enhance flexibility, strength, stamina and concentration. Using a combination of asanas, or postures, and breathing techniques, yoga works to induce deep relaxation and reduce stress, tone the body and organs, increase vitality, and improve circulation and energy flow. Uplifting and meditative, yoga can be applied as a spiritual practice, as well. Although many schools, or styles, of yoga exist, most differences derive from the primary focus of the practitioner’s attention: precise alignment of the body; holding of the asanas; flow between the postures; breath and movement coordination; or inner awareness and meditation. No particular style is better than another, and many students practice more than one.

Aerial: Originated in California and now in several countries. Sometimes branded as AntiGravity Yoga, aerial incorporates traditional yoga asanas with the use of a hammock or sling and combines elements of Pilates and dance. This style is said to deliver benefits on emotional and psychological levels and has a fun component.

Ananda: A form of gentle hatha yoga

with an emphasis on meditation. Ananda

Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, ashtanga’s progressively difficult postures are synchronized with a loud breath (called ujyaii breath in Sanskrit) and are designed to produce intense internal heat and purifying sweat in order to detoxify muscles and organs. The room is usually heated to warm muscles and increase flexibility. Preferred by many athletes, this style is too intense and demanding for most beginners.

Chair: Practiced sitting or

standing, it uses a chair as a support/prop. Asanas are adapted from traditional hatha yoga. It benefits older individuals and those that are body-challenged. Flexibility is enhanced, as well as mind-body awareness.

combines classic yoga postures with breathing and silent affirmations to attune with higher levels of body sense, energy and silent inner awareness. As an inner-directed practice, it has less appeal to those desiring a more athletic or aerobic experience.

Anusara:

Anusara means “go with the flow,” and blends spirituality with inner/outer alignment and balanced energetic actions. Developed by John Friend in 1997, this style urges students to think of poses as artistic expressions of the heart. Individual abilities and limitations are deeply respected and honored, so Anusara yoga can be helpful for everyone and is good for beginners.

Ashtanga: A physically demanding

style that is light on meditation, ashtanga yoga employs a fast-paced series of flowing poses to build strength, flexibility and stamina. Developed by Indian yoga master

Hatha: Hatha

yoga is the foundational discipline on which nearly all other styles are based. In Sanskrit, ha represents the sun and tha, the moon—hence, the practice is designed to bring the yin and yang, light and dark, masculine and feminine aspects and polarities into balance. Essentially, hatha yoga brings all aspects of life together. A class described as hatha will likely include slow-paced stretching, asanas, or postures, that are not too difficult, simple breathing exercises and perhaps seated meditation. Hatha yoga classes provide a good starting point for beginners to learn basic poses and relaxation techniques.

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heated room using varying temperatures and yoga poses. A Bikram yoga room is set at a minimum of 105° Fahrenheit with about 40 percent humidity, performing 26 prescribed asanas. Both forms of heated yoga help to speed up metabolism and improve circulation.

can be practiced on a lake or other calm body of water. Hatha and vinyasa asanas are employed with the intention of challenging the practitioner to distribute their weight to maintain balance. Benefits include improved core strength, circulation and balance.

Viniyoga: A transformative, slower and more indi-

Kundalini: A powerful, enlightening style that incor-

porates mantras (chanting), meditation, visualization, breathing and guided relaxation with precise postures. According to Hindu philosophy, kundalini is a concentrated form of prana, or life force, represented by a coiled, sleeping serpent said to reside at the base of the spine. When breath and movement awaken the serpent (energy), it moves up the spine through each of the seven chakras (energy centers) of the body, bringing energy and bliss. Once a closely guarded secret in India, kundalini yoga was first brought to the West in 1969, and has been known to help with addictions and releasing endorphins in the body. Kundalini will not appeal to everyone and should be practiced under the supervision of an experienced teacher.

Prenatal: This yoga style is specifically tailored for pregnant women during all stages of pregnancy. Its combination of stretching, focus and breathwork make it ideal for improving strength and decreasing stress levels in preparation for childbirth. It might also alleviate pregnancy-related headaches, nausea and back pain.

vidualized form of yoga that emphasizes gentle flow and coordinated breath with movement, Viniyoga is holistic in its approach and teaches the student how to apply the yoga tools of poses, chanting, breathing and meditation. Function is stressed over form in this style. Viniyoga is recommended for beginners and seniors, as well as those in chronic pain or healing from injury or disease.

Vinyasa: A challenging style that matches breath to move-

ment. Vinyasa yoga poses incorporate alignment principles and are woven together in a flowing practice that is both intense and dance-like. Translated from Sanskrit, Vinyasa means “without obstacle”. The style is best suited to energetic, physically fit students.

Yin: Developed by yoga teachers Paulie Zink and Paul Grilley to improve joint mobility and flexibility through holding asanas for up to five minutes or longer, yin yoga complements more intense practices such as Bikram, increases circulation in connective tissue and fosters inner stillness.

Restorative: Distinguished by the use of props,

Please note: The contents of this Yoga Glossary are for informational purposes only. The information is not intended to be used in place of a visit or consultation with a healthcare professional. Always seek out a licensed, certified or otherwise professionally qualified practitioner to conduct a selected treatment.

this form of yoga aims to relax the muscles, calm the mind and open up the body through slow movements and passive stretching. Maintaining balance and holding gentle stretches for up to 20 minutes is made easier through the use of blocks, bolsters and blankets that support deep relaxation.

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 1ST

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 SEPTEMBER 2ND

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

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8TH

mark your calendar YogaMass . 5:00pm. A unique worship experience engaging and integrating all of our dimensions through the combined practice of yoga, breath work, meditation, and Holy Communion. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1819 Heights Blvd., 77008. For more information, contact Grace at 832-667-8601, YogaMassAwakening@ gmail.com or yogamass.com. ®

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 9TH

Blessing Ceremony. 9:30am-3:30pm. Free. Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston, 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072 zen@cthouston.org www.cthouston.org 281-568-1568 The Conscious Collective. 11:00am. The Conscious Collective is a Houston-based, spiritual home for sojourners of Truth. Our quest is to explore sacred truths, share contemplative practices & magnify peace for all sentient beings through the power of collective prayer and intention. For more information & to RSVP: linweiss@earthlink.net 713-858-8595

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 10TH

mark your calendar Intuitive Support Group! 7:00pm-9:00pm. Have more confidence in your intuition and more clarity from your inner-voice. Free. Spectrum Center, 2060 North Loop West, Suite 205, 77018. More information: brandydeutsch.com/events/ intuitive-support-group/

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 15TH

Unity Women Goddess Exchange: Letting Go as a Spiritual Practice. 2:00pm–4:00pm. Join the Unity Women as we practicing both letting go and receiving at our Goddess Exchange (clothing swap). Tickets: $15 on Eventbrite or at the Unity Bookstore. Unity of Houston, Pyramid, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. www.UnityHouston.org

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 16TH

Understanding Transgender Workshop. 1:30pm– 3:00pm. This class will focus on informing you what it means to be transgender, knowing what challenges transgender people encounter, what you need to know when someone you love tells you they are transgender, and will give you guidelines transgender people want you to know regarding how to treat them. Unity of Houston Chapel, 2929 Unity Drive, 77057. www.Unityhouston.org

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The Secrets of the Spoken Word: 2-4 p.m. Learn what spoken sounds can used to enhance writing, chants, prayers, affirmations, and spells. Seating is limited, so please call the Metaphysical Matrix, Fondren @ Westheimer, 713-932-7224 to reserve your space. YogaMass®. 5:00pm. A unique worship experience engaging and integrating all of our dimensions through the combined practice of yoga, breath work, meditation, and Holy Communion. Institute of Spirituality and Health, 8100 Greenbriar, Ste 300, 77054. For more information, contact Grace at 832-667-8601, YogaMassAwakening@ gmail.com or yogamass.com.

mark your calendar Earth Dance Houston. 6-9 pm “Give Peace a Dance!” and have a great time. How? Come to Earthdance! Join us for the most joyful synchronized global dance for peace on the planet. Complementary vegetarian meal by Govinda’s Restaurant. $10 suggested donation. Bhakti Urban Farm 5415 Wheatley St Houston, TX 77091. earthdancehouston.org

mark your calendar Himalayan Siddha Secrets of Longevity & Vitality. 6-9:30 pm. Join us in Houston for a discourse on a rare topic by saintly Himalayan monk, His Holiness Swami Vidyadhishananda. Learn how siddha adepts have refined and utilized a formula of meditation, prāņāyāma, kāyākalpa, stem cells and oxygen to promote longevity and vitality. FREE/Tickets Online. India House Houston 8888 West Bellfort Street, Houston, Texas 77031. hansavedas.org/events

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 23RD

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 The Conscious Collective. 11:00am. The Conscious Collective is a Houston-based, spiritual home for sojourners of Truth. Our quest is to explore sacred truths, share contemplative practices & magnify peace for all sentient beings through the power of collective prayer and intention. For more information & to RSVP: linweiss@earthlink.net 713-858-8595.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 26TH

mark your calendar Practicing Dharma in the Face of Modernism. 7-10 pm. Join us in The Woodlands for a discourse on meaningful practice of dharma by saintly Himalayan monk, His Holiness Swami Vidyadhishananda. Feel the divine presence and articulation of a realized meditation-master. Learn about the principles of dharma that are useful to tackle the challenges of our modern technological age that is often rife with culture clash. FREE/Tickets Online. Char Dham Hindu Temple in The Woodlands 8044 College Park Dr, The Woodlands, Texas 77384. hansavedas.org/events

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 28TH

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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mark your calendar YoUniverSoul CommUNITY Yoga. 6-8 pm. A free monthly yoga event at Midtown Park. This is the final one before next month’s YoUniverseSoul Festival. Come get into the flow and join the community. Midtown Park 2811 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77006.

mark your calendar Sattwadharman Benefit & Art Auction. 4-9 pm Join us for an enchanting evening of art and culture to benefit the Nonprofit, Self Enquiry Life Fellowship. Enjoy a healing Ayurvedic dinner alongside a silent auction of exquisite altar paintings and vintage photographs from our Indic heritage collection, some of which will be signed by our spiritual founder, His Holiness Swami Vidyadhishananda. Donation/Tickets Online. Vpss Haveli 11715 Bellfort Village Dr, Houston, Texas 77031. hansavedas.org/events

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 30TH

Meditation Workshop. 10:00am-12:00pm. Open to everyone - especially for beginners to meditation. The master will give a brief introduction to meditation and guide the participants to do meditation. Free, donations welcome. Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston, 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072 zen@ cthouston.org www.cthouston.org 281-568-1568

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Blessing Ceremony. 9:00am-12:00pm. Free. Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston, 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072 zen@cthouston.org www.cthouston.org 281-568-1568

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mark your calendar Bayou City Art Festival Downtown. 10am6pm. The festival will provide guests with the opportunity to see and purchase unique, custom art under the iconic Houston skyline. This year’s featured artist is Chris Vance, a Mixed Media 2D artist from Bondurant, IA. Vance along with 300 artists from around the world representing 19 different disciplines will showcase their art. In front of City Hall 901 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002. artcolonyassociation.org

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mark your calendar YoUniverSoul Festival. 10am-8pm. YOUniverSOUL Fest is a one-day consciousness festival with a unique blend of yoga, art, music, and community. Tickets available online. Midtown Park 2811 Travis Street, Houston, Texas 77006. youniversoulfest.com

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daily Houston Arboretum. 7am-7pm. 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. 713-524-9839 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 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. 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

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A Course in Miracles at Unity of Houston. 7:30pm9:00pm. 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 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

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tuesday Grace2Go. 7:00-8:30 am. 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. 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 Tom Turner Band. 5pm-7pm. Live music at The Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St. 77002. 713-2268563 www.lastconcert.com Power Yoga. 5:30pm. 60 minute yoga practice to develop upper/lower body strength, core work, flexibility, balance and agility. Classes are by appointment. Please visit yogamixstudio.com or call 713-269-5165 to register. YogaMix, 2601-G Cartwright Rd, Missouri City, 77459. 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 Circus Arts. 6-8pm. Ground arts/acrobatics such as contortion/flexibility, Low Tight wire, Partner acrobatics, juggling and hand balancing taught by instructors from Cirque la Vie, a Houston Contemporary Circus company formed by Reyie Nal. Ages 13 and up for class. Free. Discovery Green, 1500 McKenney, 77010. discoverygreen.com 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. 832433-2415. 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. 7:30-9pm. 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 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

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. 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 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 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 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. Zumba on the Green. 6:30-7:30pm. ACE certified personal trainer, Oscar Sajche shows you how to make your workout a party! Free. Discovery Green, 1500 McKenney, 77010. discoverygreen.com Urban Ride. 6:30pm. Route is 20 miles. Riders should be comfortable keeping a pace of 1820 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. 713-8021707 www.bluelinebikelab.com/shop-rides 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 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. Downtown Library Courtyard 521 Lamar, 77002. houstonfoodnotbombs.org Pot Roast. 10:00pm-2am. Late night music outside under the stars. Cover charge. Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St. 77002. 713-226-8563 www.lastconcert.com Drum Circle at Midnight 12mn-2am $6.00 Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St. 77002. 713-226-8563 www.lastconcert.com

thursday Grace2Go. 7:00-8:30 am. 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. 6pm-9pm. 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. Parkour. 6:30-8pm. Class will meet on the Sarofim Picnic Lawn, participants must arrive by 6:45pm. For ages 12+. Under 18 must have parental consent. Free. Discovery Green, 1500 McKenney, 77010. discoverygreen.com 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. $10 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 HIIT. 5:30pm. Join us for 60 minutes of High Intensity Interval Training. All levels welcomed. Classes by appointment only. Please visit yogamixstudio. com or call 713-269-5165 to register. $20. YogaMix, 2601-G Cartwright Rd, Missouri City, 77459. 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

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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 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. 713-869-1952. houstonzen.org 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. UnityHouston.org 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. Unityhouston.org 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 Semanal Programa de Meditación. 10am-12pm. Ciencia de la Espiritualidad es una organización global, no religiosa, sin fines de lucro, espiritual dedicado a la unidad del amor y de la paz. Gratis. Trini Mendenhall Sosa Center, 1414 Wirt Road 77055. houstonSOS.org 832-304-0767.

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 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. STEM Saturdays. 12:30pm-1:30pm. Girlstart leads a fun, hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education program for kids. Space is limited to 40 kids on a first come first serve basis. Parent/Guardian must accompany child/ children during all activities. No child drop offs. Free. Discovery Green, 1500 McKenney, 77010. discoverygreen.com

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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. $20.00, Discount passes available at the door. 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 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 *Fall* Youth and Teen Program at Universal Door Meditation Center. 11:00am–12:30pm. For youth grades 1-12, Sept 16th-Dec 9th. 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 Carmel Temple All Faith Service. 11:00am. Different guest speaker every week. Free. Carmel Temple, 1208 Pennsylvania, 77587. carmeltemple.org Dawn Mountain Sunday Meditation. 11am-12noon. Join us for guided meditation suitable for everyone. Led by senior members of the Dawn Mountain community. Free. Dawn Mountain 2010 Naomi Street, Suite A, 77054. dawnmountain.org Sunday Discussion Circle. 11:30am-12:30pm. 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. 1pm-6pm. 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. 713932-7224 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 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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Venus and her staff can do any age with any style, from a trim to a Mohawk. She is a wizard at color! If you are in The Heights, drop by, check out her art car, The Hairse, stop by and say “hi”.

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8180 Kirby Drive Houston, TX 77054 4407 Sienna Pkwy, Missouri City TX 832-986-5144 Info@HBOTamerica.com, hbotamerica.com

HBOT America is Houston’s top recovery facility. HBOT is the breathing in of higher amounts of oxygen in a pressurized chamber. Whether its ADD/ ADHD, sports injury, autism, diabetes, PTSD, migraine, Cancer, TBI’s, autoimmune disorders, or stroke we can help! Call to schedule your appointment today!

HEALING COME & BE HEALED 713-302-1313

Rarely will you meet a person so genuinely loving and kind as Josephine. Her work is mental, emotional and spiritual healing for those who are in distress. Spanish or English. Call her today for more information or to schedule a consultation. Se habla español!

HOLISTIC HEALTH PRIMARY CARE HOUSTON HOLISTIC HEALTH CLINIC “Better Health Naturally” Dr. Gracie G. Chukwu, ND, CTN 6776 Southwest Freeway, Suite 535 Houston, TX 77074 713-781-9991 HoustonHolisticHealthClinic.com

Have you spent years in hope for finding answers to your symptoms or illnesses? We offer people an alternative solution to conventional medicine by determining the specific nutritional needs of your body so that it can to heal itself. Call today to schedule an appointment.

HYPNOSIS CLAUDIA AUTRY, HYPNOTIST (by appointment only) 281-849-4610 cautry@gmail.com claudiaautry.com

Want to stop smoking or lose weight? Looking for ways to relax or increase the joy in your life? Hypnosis can help you. Call TODAY to book your appointment. Let’s form a partnership for your growth!

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ION FOOT DETOX/ OXYGEN THERAPY HEAL WITH NATURAL HERBS

“The Hippest Little Place in Midtown” 3204 Emancipation Ave., Ste.102 A Houston, TX 77004 832-594-9306/ 281-227-0435/281-788-6494 Healwithnaturalherbs.com

Tired of suffering from muscle aches, chronic pain, inflammation, low energy, migraines, allgeries, bloating gas. Ion Foot Detox Special Saturday all-inclusive $50 includes ion foot detox, massage chair, oxygen therapy. Call or book online. Saturday appointments only! Available for private parties on days other than Saturday. Call TODAY!

THE HEALING PATH MASSAGE 4151 Southwest Freeway, Suite 125 Houston, TX 77027 346-980-5907 Thpmassage.wix.com/Houston

Located conveniently off the Southwest Freeway, inside The Loop, and open 10am-10pm Monday-Sunday. Try our Introductory Thai Combo Massage (10 types in one) for only $39.99. Call today and feel the difference a massage can make. License #ME3188.

MEDICAL INTUITIVE

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES FOR NATURAL HEALING & WELLNESS

LIN WEISS MH, CYT Holistic Healer Medical/ Spiritual Intuitive - Master Teacher Houston, Texas 77025 713-858-8595 linweiss@earthlink.net conscioushealingnow.com

Through her WHOLE-istic approach, Lin weaves inspired wisdom with proven healing traditions for integrating mind/ body & soul. ALL NATURAL, ALL THE TIME. Call Lin today to find out if she can help you. See ad on page 14.

MEDITATION CHUNG TAI ZEN CENTER OF HOUSTON

LABYRINTH MEDITATIONS SARAH GISH: LABYRINTH MEDITATIONS

I’ll come to you! 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!

www.NaturalAwakenings-Houston.com

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. See ad on page 7.

ISHA FOUNDATION/ INNER ENGINEERING

Norris Conference Center – Westchase 9990 Richmond Avenue Houston, TX 77042 innerengineering.com ishafoundation.org/us/newsletter/centers/ houston/ houston@ishausa.org

Founded by Sadhguru, Isha Foundation/Inner Engineering offers spirituality to every human being, to ensure that each individual can experience the deepest core of life within. Come join the Houston group for monthly meditation, yoga and instructional meetings. Check their website for more information.

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 14.

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.

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 feeling stuck New Decision 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

Do you need new eyeglasses? Whether you are looking for premium or generic eye ware, we something for you. We do eyeglass repair and offer lifetime adjustments for their customers. Next time you need new eyeglasses or need your eyeglasses repaired choose Factory Eyeglass Outlet. Most insurance accepted.

ORGANIC RESORT & SPA

SPIRITUALITY

DEER LAKE LODGE AND SPA

GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH

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.

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.

OZONE THERAPY

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. See ad on page 14.

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

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.

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. See ad on page 5.

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!

4040 West Bellfort Street Houston, TX 77025 713-666-1408 GraceInHouston.org

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

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. See ad on page 15.

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 12.

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