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f it seems impossible to you that we’re talking about school again, imagine how we feel. Publishers always work weeks or even months ahead. So while we were laying the groundwork for this issue of Natural Awakenings, devoted to children’s health and education, the tomatoes in our garden were just starting to ripen. That’s just not right. Or maybe it is. After all, children are long-term projects, and raising healthy, well-balanced kids is all about planning ahead. While the best memories of parenthood are of spontaneous moments— fleeting, often unexpected times of joy or victory or tenderness or laughter—those wildflowers usually spring from carefully cultivated soil. One of the most critical decisions parents can make—a decision that can have lifelong benefits or repercussions—is how and where to educate their children. School choice long ago expanded beyond the public-versus-private debate with the creation of magnet and charter schools and the growing popularity of homeschooling. But there are other education options you might not have heard of—both within and outside those categories. (Have you ever heard of “un-schooling”?) Our feature story, “Schools that Rock,” page 16, takes you behind the scenes in schools that are engaging their students in out-of-the box ways. One of those ways, the Montessori Method, has actually been around a long time—a hundred years, to be exact. The educational pedagogy that Maria Montessori developed— based on her philosophy that children learn best through practical play, motivated by curiosity and imagination—is used in schools worldwide. To get a peek inside the Knoxville Montessori School, see our Community Spotlight, page 12. And what goes hand in hand with back to school? Cooties. Or if you want to get technical, viruses and bacteria. As any seasoned parent knows, kids are bombarded by them the minute they step through the classroom door. While colds and other bugs aren’t entirely avoidable, there are plenty of natural ways parents can help protect their kids from getting sick. This is another case where advance planning yields the best results. (Despite generations of reported success stories, the medical efficacy of cootie shots remains inconclusive.) Our Healthy Kids feature, page 18, explains how good nutrition, sunlight and even laughter (the best medicine?) can be powerful weapons against childhood illness. Finally, parents (and parents-to-be) should be sure to read our Healing Ways feature on craniosacral therapy (CST) by Knoxville bodyworker Marty Austin. We’ll let Marty explain the details (page 23), but she uses CST to relieve a variety of childhood disorders, from colic to ADHD and autism. Of course, her clientele spans all ages, but with children especially, natural, noninvasive approaches are always a good first step. Make the best of the rest of summer!

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12 “Contact with

Nature” at the Knoxville Montessori School by Charlie Biggs

14 LEARNING THAT

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Rethinking How We See Our World Changes Everything by Linda Sechrist

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18 SUPER-IMMUNITY FOR KIDS

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newsbriefs Kemp, Anderson Offer Music and Wisdom at Unity

Special Dances, Speaker at Center for Peace

n August 24, Unity Transformation will host the return to Knoxville of Brenda Kemp and Janice Anderson, who have been singing partners for many years and also have performed Brenda Kemp & Janice Anderson individually. Anderson sang professionally from 1958 to 1963, in a variety of musical genres. Kemp was a regular performer on a live radio show, the “Grand Old Hatchery” in Dickson, Tennessee, in the 1990s. “Their music can be delightfully humorous and is always harmoniously exquisite,” says Rev. Lora Beth Gilbreath of Unity Transformation. The singers will perform musically, and Kemp, a licensed Unity teacher, will share the Sunday lesson, “Bubbles of Love (Rise Above It).” Kemp says, “It’s about our seeing the bigger picture when we receive messages that we don’t understand, and our knowing that divine order is always at work.” “In August 2002, the Brenda and Janice visited a Unity church for the first time, with the intention of never returning again. They never left,” Gilbreath says. The singers subsequently have served Unity ministries in many capacities. Currently members of Unity of the Cumberlands in Cookeville, they make their home in Nashville. Unity Transformation, affiliated with Unity Worldwide Ministries, meets every Sunday at 10:55 a.m. at Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Court in the Bearden area of Knoxville. Unity is known for its inspirational magazine Daily Word (DailyWord. com) and for its prayer ministry Silent Unity (1-800-NOWPRAY), which has been in nonstop prayer since 1890. For more information about Unity Transformation, call Gilbreath at 865809-5207 or visit UnityTransformation.org. See ad page 10.

he Center for Peace (CFP)—a holistic, nondenominational spiritual center in Seymour, Tennessee—is hosting three special events in August. Nan Citty will lead the Young People’s Dance August 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; the Star Dance will be held August 22-24: and speaker David Arms will return to the CFP August 30 at 10 a.m. “The Young People’s Dance is based on Native American tradition given to us by Joseph Rael, Beautiful Painted Arrow,” Citty says. “The dance is designed to teach native-based ways of spirituality. It will include how to make prayer ties, a children’s sweat lodge, drumming, and dancing in the arbor.” For more information about the Young People’s Dance, contact Citty at 865-405-6809 or nan@centerforpeace.us. The Star Dance “is about bringing balance to the land through fasting and prayer in movement,” says the CFP’s Margarita DiVita. “It is also about personal inspiration and growth, exploring new potentials and possibilities, finding a new path, or making a needed course correction to realign with your life purpose.” For more information about the Star Dance, contact DiVita at star.dance@centerforpeace.us. “The Weather and How You Can Help” will be the topic for David Arms. “There is so much we don’t understand about the situations we are subjected to—and the weather is one of them,” he says. “We need to learn more about making it better and putting a stop to all the severe weather.” For more information about his presentation, contact Patti MacFee 865-2501988 or hollisticwellnessalignment@yahoo.com. The Center is located at 880 Graves-Delozier Rd., about 45 minutes from downtown Knoxville. For more information, call 865-428-3070 or visit CenterForPeace.us. See ad page 13.

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CHEO Focuses on Preventive Health in August

he Knoxville and Loudon/Monroe Groups of CHEO, the Complementary Health Education Organization, will focus on preventive health at their August educational programs. All CHEO monthly programs are open to the public and preceded by a half-hour “meet and greet” with the featured speaker. Jessica Briere, DC, will address the Knoxville group August 11 at 7 p.m., presenting “Reduce Your Risk for Joint Replacement Surgery.” A Knoxville-area chiropractor and certified wellness coach, Briere will demonstrate simple, effective, natural ways to improve joint health. “Knee replacement surgeries are projected to increase 673 percent by 2030,” she says. “I will discuss five daily habits plus some easy tips to keep your joints healthy for life.” The program will be held at the Parkwest Medical Center classroom, 9330 Parkwest Boulevard, Knoxville. (Security locks the doors at 7 p.m., so arrive early.) On August 27 at 7 p.m., Dr. Joseph Holliday will be the featured speaker at the Loudon/Monroe CHEO meeting, presenting “The Four Pillars of Heart Health.” An Athens, Tennessee-based general and heart surgeon who takes a holistic approach to cardiovascular health, Holliday will discuss how antioxidants, detoxifying and alkalizing the body, lifestyle choices and spirituality play an important role in keeping the heart and circulatory system in top shape. The program will be held at Rarity Bay Community Center, 150 Rarity Bay Parkway, Vonore, Tennessee. CHEO programs are free to members and first-time guests, with a $5 suggested donation for returning guests. For more information about CHEO and CHEO events, visit CHEOKnox.org. See resource guide listing page 29.

Yarn Retreat at Well Being Conference Center

That was the idea when the nonprofit Well Being Foundation bought the property in 2008. “We wanted to create a comfortable facility where people could learn about themselves and our relationship with the natural environment in a setting conducive to such an inquiry,” says Patty Bottari, who directs and manages the Center with her husband, Don Oakley. “The varied topography supports an astonishing range of wildlife, birds, wildflowers, fish and butterflies. The surrounding river provides a sense of seclusion, while views from the hilltop extend for miles.” The Center, which implements sustainable farming and healthy living practices, can accommodate groups and individuals. Buildings include an air-conditioned meeting hall and dining room, and comfortable cabins that can sleep up to 28 people. There’s also a camping area, a pool, canoes and kayaks, and a honeybee sanctuary and garden. Bottari says the experience is particularly rich for children. “They can see where eggs and honey and vegetables come from, hear birds in the morning and frogs in the evening, watch deer grazing in the pastures and see thousands of stars,” she says. The Yarn Retreat, scheduled from August 22 at 10 a.m. to August 24 at 3 p.m., fits the Center’s mission of supporting local farms and traditional crafts, Bottari says. “The retreat is sponsored by Mountain Hollow Farm, a local cashmere goat farm which produces its own yard and teaches weaving and knitting,” she says. (For info and registration, visit MtnHollow.com.) The Well Being Conference Center is located at 557 Narrows Rd., Tazewell, TN. To learn more, call 423-626-9000 or visit WellBeingCC.org. See ad page 19.

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Tough Family Life Linked to Chromosome Aging

hen Princeton University researchers analyzed data from a representative sample of 40 African-American boys enrolled in the Fragile Families and Child Wellbeing Study that followed children born in major U.S. cities between 1998 and 2000, they determined that those that lived through 9 years of age with less-stable families, such as parents with multiple partners and harsh or hostile parenting styles, had a higher probability of having shorter telomeres compared with other children. Telomeres were, on average, 40 percent longer among children from stable families. Telomeres are the segments of DNA at either end of a chromosome that protect the ends from deterioration or fusion with neighboring chromosomes. Shorter telomeres can decrease life expectancy by reducing the number of times our cells can divide, and scientists are discovering that a person’s living environment may lead to the condition. Using large cohort (age group) study data from the Netherlands Study of Depression and Anxiety, another group of researchers from Amsterdam’s Vrije University found significantly shorter telomere length among those with higher stress markers; the shorter length was also associated with aging approximately 10 years faster. In addition, the scientists observed significantly shorter telomere length among people with depressive symptoms lasting longer than four years; the shorter length correlated with both longer and more severe depression.

Parents’ Smoking Linked to Artery Damage in Children

esearchers from Australia’s University of Tasmania have found that children exposed to the secondhand smoke of their parents will likely face abnormally thickened carotid arteries later in life. The finding, published in the European Heart Journal, followed 3,776 children that participated in the Cardiovascular Risk in Young Finns Study and the Childhood Determinants of Adult Health Study. The children were divided into groups according to whether neither parent smoked, one parent smoked or both parents smoked. Questionnaire results were combined with ultrasound testing to correlate exposure during childhood with the health of carotid arteries, and researchers concluded that the effects are pervasive even 25 years later. Those exposed to two parental smokers as children had significantly greater thickness of inner carotid artery walls than did children with non-smoking parents. Their arteries also showed signs of premature aging of more than three years compared to children of nonsmokers. The researchers wrote, “There must be continued efforts to reduce smoking among adults to protect young people and to reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease across the population.”

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Margo Pellegrino, a homemaker, mother of two and healthy oceans advocate from Medford Lakes, New Jersey, will begin a 1,600-mile journey from nearby Trenton to Chicago, Illinois, by outrigger canoe on August 13 as part of Blue Frontier Campaign’s ocean explorers project. During her two-month trip, she’ll meet with local environmental groups and the media to raise awareness of the urgent need to clean America’s waterways. “All water and everything in it ends up in the ocean,” Pellegrino says. “Plastics and chemicals are particular problems, but soil runoff during floods and heavy rains also impact the ocean and marine life.” During previous paddles, Pellegrino saw firsthand the effects of dumped industrial waste in the waterways she traversed. She notes that nationally, oil rig operators have federal permits to dump 9 billion gallons of hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, waste into the ocean each year. On Pellegrino’s first trip in 2007, she paddled nearly 2,000 miles up the Atlantic Coast, from Miami, Florida, to Maine. In 2009, she partnered with the Natural Resources Defense Council to go from Miami to New Orleans, Louisiana, to build support for a Healthy Oceans Act (OnEarth.org/author/healthyoceanspaddle). In 2010, she canoed along the Pacific coastline from Seattle, Washington, to San Diego, California. Next summer, Pellegrino plans to paddle down the Mississippi River.

The Common Acre is a nonprofit partnering with the airport serving Seattle, Washington, and the Urban Bee Company (UrbanBee.com) to reclaim 50 acres of vacant land to plant native wildflowers as pollinator habitat for hummingbirds, butterflies and disease-resistant bee colonies. A GMO-free (no genetic modification) wildflower seed farm is also in the works. Bees present no threat to air traffic and the hives discourage birds that do pose a danger to planes. Beekeeper Jim Robins, of Robins Apiaries, in St. Louis, Missouri, rents an area with a plentiful supply of white Dutch clover, and Lambert Airport views his enterprise as part of its sustainability program. O’Hare Airport, in Chicago, the first in the U.S. to install hives, is rebuilding to its full complement of 50 hives after losing about half of them to 2014’s extreme winter. It’s a project that could be a model for airports everywhere—using inaccessible scrubland to do something revolutionary, like supporting a local food system. One hundred foods make up 90 percent of a human diet, and bees pollinate 71 of them.

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Why Persistence Counts Some educators believe that improvements in instruction, curriculum and school environments are not enough to raise the achievement levels of all students, especially disadvantaged children. Also necessary is a quality called “grit”, loosely defined as persistence over time to overcome challenges and accomplish big goals. Grit comprises a suite of traits and behaviors that include goal-directedness (knowing where to go and how to get there); motivation (having a strong will to achieve identified goals); self-control (avoiding distractions and focusing on the task at hand); and a positive mindset (embracing challenges and viewing failure as a learning opportunity). A meta-study of 25 years of research by John Hattie and Helen Timperley, professors at the University of Aukland, New Zealand, has shown that giving students challenging goals encourages greater effort and persistence than providing vague or no direction. Students aren’t hardwired for these qualities, but grit can be developed through an emerging battery of evidence-based techniques that give educators a powerful new set of tools to support student success. A famous example of the power of self-regulation was observed when preschoolers that were able to withstand the temptation of eating a marshmallow for 15 minutes to receive a second one were more successful in high school and scored about 210 points higher on their SATs later in life than those with less willpower (Tinyurl.com/Stanford MarshallowStudy). Source: ascd.org.

n Buying new clothes can be expensive, and most of today’s synthetic fibers are petroleumbased, while toxic pesticides are commonly used to grow cotton. For healthier alternatives, check labels for clothes made from organic, low-impact or recycled materials such as organic cotton, hemp, bamboo or recycled fibers. Inexpensive options are found in Salvation Army and other thrift store locations, as well as repurposing hand-medowns among siblings. n Avoid buying all new school supplies. Gently used binders and book bags can last years. Sturdy, simple backpacks skip the cost of faddish brand-name and celebrity products. For supplies that must be replenished, like paper, seek out postconsumer-recycled options. n For lunch boxes, food containers and utensils, look for retro metal, a cloth bag and other alternatives to plastic (which can contain harmful chemicals) and glass (which can break). Beth Terry, in her book, Plastic-Free: How I Kicked the Plastic Habit and How You Can Too (MyPlasticFreeLife.com), suggests searching Mighty Nest.com and LifeWithoutPlastic.com, makers of stainless steel, naturally lacquered wood and other non-plastic, durable children’s bowls, cups, plates and utensils. n Healthy afterschool extracurricular activities today typically require driving commutes. Look into carpooling with nearby families to save time and gas, cut vehicle emissions and expand friendships. n Check the school’s eco-practices. Encourage local administrators to conduct recycling programs and to email documents to parents instead of using regular mail.

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“Contact with Nature” at the Knoxville Montessori School by Charlie Biggs

ate last April, Stimulated by the Knoxville their natural curiosMontessori ity and guided by School was filled experienced teachwith the shrill peepers, KMS students ing of eight baby move freely around chicks that hatched their classrooms, in the elementary choosing their own classroom. And in lessons and workaquariums in each ing on them for as of the school’s three long or short a time classrooms, tadas they want. This poles were graduprocess nurtures ally turning into children’s curiosity frogs. and creativity. It also Projects such helps them learn to KMS Upper Elementary students with as these, which give camp staff at Camp Wesley Woods in take responsibility students a deeper for their own educathe Great Smoky Mountains. understanding of tion and to view the natural world, are an integral part learning as something they do because of the experiential, hands-on learning it’s fun and interesting, not because a offered at KMS. teacher makes them do it. As the school’s mission statement Because children have freedom of puts it, the goal of Montessori educamovement in a Montessori classroom, tion is to help children develop into they also have many opportunities for “independent, responsible adults with a social interaction. With the help of their life-long love of learning.” teachers, KMS students practice these Montessori educators know that interactions and engage in a variety of to reach this goal, children need a other problem-solving and communitystrong foundation that includes not just building exercises. Through these activiacademic skills but also social, emoties, students gradually learn to manage tional and physical development. They their emotions and to work effectively also know that learning to understand alone or as part of a group. and respect nature is a key part of this In all this work—physical, intellecprocess. tual and social/emotional—nature plays In keeping with the school’s Mona critical role. As Maria Montessori, the tessori approach, students at KMS work founder of the Montessori approach, individually or in small groups using pointed out, “There must be provihands-on, multisensory learning materi- sion for the child to have contact with als. These materials—or “lessons”— en- nature; to understand and appreciate gage students on multiple physical and the order, the harmony and the beauty intellectual levels, resulting in deeper in nature.” learning. They also help students move At KMS, this emphasis on nature— easily from simple to more complex and on living a healthy, natural life— activities, from preschool through fifth takes many different forms. grade and beyond.

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• The curriculum for both the primary and elementary classes includes a variety of lessons focused on nature— including lessons that help students identify the different parts of plants and animals, biome puzzle maps that help them learn about the environment in different parts of the world, and, for the older students, opportunities to do research on different aspects of the natural world. • Both the primary classes have outdoor classrooms, with gardens, digging areas and a variety of other activities, where students can work in good weather. This summer, KMS is preparing an area in front of its building where the elementary class will design and build raised beds for vegetables and native perennials. • Outdoor recess is a regular part of the day for all KMS students, weather permitting—45 minutes for primary and a full hour for elementary. Recess for all classes consists of supervised, unstructured activity, which research shows is critical for enabling children to practice their social skills and get the exercise they need. • The elementary class takes regular field trips to a variety of local venues; many of these trips involve studying aspects of nature. The trips are led by senior elementary teacher Elizabeth Coburn, who has Southern Appalachian Naturalist certification from the Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont and Tennessee Naturalist certification through the Ijams Nature Center. • KMS encourages students to bring only healthy food for snacks and lunches—no cookies, candy or soft drinks.

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Nutritional information Servings 7.0 Sodium 0 mg Serving Size 2 tbsp Carbohydrates 6 g Calories 175 Fiber 3.5 g Fat 16 g Sugar 1 g Saturated Fat 1 g Protein 7 g Cholesterol 0 mg

Variations For almond butter using raw almonds, blend 1½ cups raw almonds at Speed 7 until smooth and creamy. www.blendtec.com/recipes

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n the 30 years since Harrison Owen introduced Open Space Technology (OST), it has been used hundreds of thousands of times by three-quarters of the world’s countries. Whether a few people gather in a circle to share ideas and brainstorm personal issues or thousands discuss a bulletin board of topics around tables, OST is a safe, informal venue for transformative learning. Guided by purpose-based, shared leadership, it allows individuals focused on a specific task to freely speak their thoughts and be heard. It also encourages breakout groups to mine for more information—learning individually, as well as collectively, and self-organizing in order to concentrate on more complex topics. “Boeing engineers used OST to learn how to redesign airplane doors and young Egyptians used it to strategize for their Arab Spring,” as examples, comments Owen.

Circle Principle

For Owen, like Jack Mezirow, author of the paper, “Core Principles of Transformative Learning Theory,” 20th-century Brazilian educator Paulo Freire and NaturallyKnoxville.com

Juanita Brown, co-founder of The World Café, learning is transformation, the keystone of life, and the essence of meaningful education. “The circle principle contains the predictability of fresh, emerging thoughts and learning that never occurred previously,” explains Owen. He points to an experiment regarding children’s capacity for selflearning initiated by Sugata Mitra, Ph.D., the former science director of an educational technology firm in India. On the outside wall of the building where he worked, Mitra installed a computer facing a New Delhi slum where most children were unschooled and illiterate and had never seen a computer. He turned it on and told children they could play with it. Via a noninvasive video camera, he watched 7-to-13-year-olds discover how to use the computer and teach each other how to play music and games and draw using Microsoft’s Paint program. Repetition of the experiment in other impoverished sections of India yielded similar results. Wherever he established an Internet connection,

children that could not read English, the Internet’s default language, taught themselves how to use the Web to obtain information through their interactions with each other and the computer. “I agree with what Mitra surmised from his experiment—learning is emergent, which is another word for self-organizing,” remarks Owen. Like Freire, Owen likens traditional education to the “banking” method of learning, whereby the teacher passes information to students that become dependent on someone else rather than learning how to think on their own. Suzanne Daigle, a Sarasota, Florida-based consultant with a Canadian multidisciplinary consulting firm, explains how the OST learning environment changed her life: “My personal transformation began in 2009. Even though I was a leader in my corporate career, I doubted myself and often believed that what others had to say was more significant and interesting than what I could express.” Now she says she has shed her people-pleasing tendencies and former attempts to control other people’s agendas and discovered the freedom and courage of her own voice. “As an OST facilitator, my life work now occurs in the moments I am collaboratively learning and listening for opportunities to enter into meaningful conversations that can lead to actions,” says Daigle. “I invite others to do the same.”

Co-Learning

In a compulsory two-year Theory of Learning class for an International Baccalaureate degree at California’s Granadas Hill Charter High School, math and science educator Anais Arteaga helps students apply two major elements of transformative learning: self-reflection to critique one’s own assumptions and discourse through which they question or validate their judgments. She focuses on the roles that perception, language, reason and emotion play in a student’s learning and decision-making abilities.

“Questions and lively discussions are the basis of the class,” Arteaga says. “We begin with a question and explore what we know, how we know it and any conclusions drawn from the process.” Using a democratic model in which the teacher welcomes critical discussion, Arteaga and her students have mutually discovered that knowledge is not static, but has a history and changes over time. “When we first started the class, it was challenging to accept that in many situations there is no right or wrong, just relativity and a matter of perception. We don’t really know anything for certain,” she remarks.

Worldview Explorations

Katia Petersen, Ph.D., is the executive director of education at the Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS), headquartered in Petaluma, California. She codeveloped the tools, practices and 22 lessons in the pioneering organization’s Worldview Explorations (WE) project. Founded on 40 years of IONS research, WE engages everyone in age-appropriate ways in reflecting upon long-held assumptions and how beliefs create the lens they see through, ultimately improving how they understand and respond to the world. “When individuals understand the power of offering their story and are open to the worldview stories of others, they no longer focus attention on differences and limitations,” says Petersen. “They realize that everyone has their own truth. “WE’s transformative learning experiences draw from the heart and soul of individuals, rather than stuffing heads with ideas and perspectives, which serves them well as they embody and apply these tools and practices in their daily lives.” She cites a particularly powerful moment for a group of young people she worked with. “A student was killed in a drive-by shooting two weeks before their certification. The transformative moment came when they said that their new awareness and capacity for compassion and understanding would not allow them to seek revenge. Instead,

they chose to save lives in their communities using their new skills.”

World Café

Like OST, the World Café, co-created by Brown and David Isaacs, of Burnsville, North Carolina, creates a transformative learning environment for individuals of all ages. Its primary principles are: set the context, create hospitable space, explore questions that matter, encourage everyone’s contributions, connect diverse perspectives, listen together for patterns and insights and share collective discoveries. Webs of conversation created around actual or occasionally virtual tables resemble those found in coffeehouses. “Conversation is a core meaningmaking process, and people get to experience how the collective intelligence of a small or large group can become apparent,” says Brown. After several rounds of conversation on one or more topics, participants offer their harvest of key insights, learning and opportunities for action with the full group gathered to reflect together on their discoveries. “World Café provides an environment in which you are comfortably drawn forward by the questions you are asking together. When enough diversity is present, varied perspectives are offered and people feel listened to and free to make their contribution,” observes Brown. What participants learn in this setting creates the climate of conditions that support the kinds of transformations that can change lives. Brown remarks, “When it happens to me, I feel like my brain cells have been rearranged. I know something in the collective, as well as the individual, has been evoked, so that something never before imagined becomes present and available.” Transformative learning has been compared to a sea journey without landmarks. Adventurous individuals that are open to traversing its highly engaging processes can emerge as autonomous thinkers, capable of contributing fresh, new ideas that just might transform the world we live in. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Visit ItsAllAbout We.com for the recorded interviews.

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Children at Wisconsin’s Montessori School of Waukesha learn to baste; spoon beans or rice from bowls; cut paper, draw, paint or paste cutouts; and sew or embroider using a three-finger grip. It strengthens the muscles they will need later to practice writing skills.

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Creative educational initiatives offer more flexible programs of study than traditional institutions. First introduced into the United States in the latter part of the 20th century, today there are thousands of such facilities operating according to their own lights. Yet many share certain distinguishing characteristics including emphasis on close studentteacher relationships, diverse experiential learning and development of student decision-making skills aided by peer and parental support. All aim to prepare and equip students for future success both inside and outside the classroom.

Montessori

At age 3, kids at the Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School, in Maryland, are gaining early math and motor skills, plus an appreciation for healthy foods, in unique and innovative ways. “The children roll out a long mat containing 1,000 beads that they use to learn to count by twos, fours and 10s,” says Jenny Smolen, development coordinator and grant writer for the school. “When it’s time for multiplication and division, they’re prepared.” The school is located in a food desert—fresh, unprocessed food isn’t

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readily available—so the kids plant seeds to grow in pots until it’s time to transplant them to the garden. “Before the seed-to-table program, the kids didn’t know what fresh tasted like. Now they go home and ask for vegetables for dinner,” says Smolen. The school also has six chickens that supply fresh eggs, and two beehives produced 100 pounds of honey last year that was sold to raise funds. The school is free of charge to Baltimore city students chosen by lottery. Currently, 330 students from diverse backgrounds

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ages 3 through 13 attend, with 1,000 names on the waiting list.

Waldorf

Waldorf School alumna Jocelyn Miller, an account manager at Matter Communications, drives 45 minutes from Newburyport, Massachusetts, to take her three children to The Waldorf School at Moraine Farms, in Beverly. “On bad weather days, I wonder why I make the drive, but the smiles when we arrive are worth it,” she says. There, her children spend time outdoors regardless of the weather. Indoors, they draw illustrations to bolster lessons on history and geography. Second-graders work in three-hour blocks of time, rather than the traditional 45 minutes. Fifth-grade students recently spent three weeks studying Greek mythology. Older students play in an orchestra and learn German and Spanish. They also knit; the craft builds manual dexterity and helps children learn to plan, correct mistakes, be creative, visualize the finished product and mindfully create something useful or decorative. Middle school and high school students at the Waldorf School of Garden City, in New York, universally participate in seasonal sports—baseball, softball, basketball and soccer. The emphasis on the values of teamwork and sportsmanship complement development of skills. The school’s policy is, “You don’t have to be a superstar to get playing time,” noting that the quality of athletic teams is consistently strong.

The school also brings some green into the city with a horticultural program that fully cultivates a quarteracre field. Its steady harvest of fruits, vegetables, herbs and grains includes lettuce, beans, spinach, broccoli, kale, corn, oregano, thyme, rosemary, strawberries, blueberries and raspberries. A new greenhouse keeps produce growing through winter months. Students at Conservatory Prep High School, in Davie, Florida, were tasked with finding a way to walk on water in order to explore principles of flotation and buoyancy. After researching and experimenting with each of a series of materials, they analyzed what went wrong, worked to fix it and then tried again. “We did the testing at our onsite pool,” says Wendy Weiner, Ed.D., the school’s founder and principal and a Waldorf alumna. “We saw some pretty funny results, but they eventually invented a pair of shoes that worked. Of course, they were pretty big shoes.”

Homeschooling

Homeschooling provides another option. Parents don’t need to know all about a subject with organizations like Bridgeway Academy’s homeschool curricula at hand. This Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, institution provides easy access to tools and support for families nationwide. “We’re a kindergartento-12th-grade provider,” says Jessica Parnell, academy president. “Teachers in a school setting have to teach standardized subjects, in certain ways, to the whole class. We use customized learning to inspire and excite children individually. We help parents discover their child’s learning style, personality and ideal learning environment.” Materials provided include instructor guides, user-friendly websites and interactive games and other activities. “It gives kids the freedom to explore, learn and discover,” Parnell adds. “This is how you grow a lifelong learner.”

Un-Schooling

Un-schooling, another pioneering approach, is a method of homeschooling in which children pursue areas that interest them, eat foods they enjoy, rest when needed, choose friends of

Teachers, students and parents at Weinacker’s Montessori School, in Mobile, Alabama, apply daily, weekly, monthly and yearly logs of goals and work plans to track progress. All of this can be adjusted as kids discover new topics they want to learn more about.

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all ages or none at all and engage their world in unique, powerful and self-directed ways. Suzanne Strisower, a life and career coach in Oroville, California, has written a commoncore, standards-based curriculum for un-schoolers. “It’s a yearlong program for ages 15 and up designed to enable a student to realize his career path and life’s purpose,” she says.

"The Montessori method makes learning fun!"

Online Tutorials

“There’s an explosion in online learning, too,” observes Bob Bowdon, executive director of nonprofit Choice Media, an education news service at ChoiceMedia.tv, produced in New York City. School kids in some states are able to opt out of a class at school if they feel the teaching style is holding them back, instead tapping online teachers available in a virtual school setting. Louisiana’s Department of Education’s Jump Start program partners high schools and local companies to offer students one-day-a-week internships apprenticing in trades. “It’s real-world, on-the-job training,” says Bowdon. Thanks to such innovative approaches to school curricula and technology, parents and children have more options than ever before for learning. Instead of memorizing information until the next test and then forgetting it, more learning is customized and hands-on, because children that learn by doing, remember. Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouis FreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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Super-Immunity for KIDS Simple Ways to Boost a Child’s Long-Term Health

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by Lisa Turner

We’d love it if our kids had fewer sick days away from school, but what if by bolstering their immune systems now, we could also protect them from serious diseases going forward?

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uring childhood, when the immune system is still developing, there’s a great opportunity to set the stage for improved health and resilience,” says Dr. Joel Fuhrman, a family physician and nutritional researcher in Flemington, New Jersey, and author of Disease-Proof Your Child. “A healthy diet and lifestyle can help kids avoid common childhood illnesses like colds, ear infections and allergies, as well as ensure greater resilience against disease later in life.”

Focus on HighQuality Foods

Fruits and veggies have a wealth of protective phytochemicals that enhance immune cell function and protect against disease. In a study published in

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Food allergies and sensitivities can suppress the immune system by increasing inflammation in the body and call for consultation with a health specialist. “Whenever there is extra inflammation, the body has less available energy to keep the immune system functioning as well as it should,” says Dr. Fred Pescatore, a New York author of The Allergy & Asthma Cure. “It’s like putting the wrong type of gasoline in the car; it hinders your performance.”

the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health, kids that ate the most fruit had a 38 percent lower risk of cancer later in life. Berries, cherries, plums and pomegranates are among the most powerful immune-boosting fruits. For veggies, eat more dark leafy greens, tomatoes, carrots and cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower. Also emphasize whole grains and healthy fats such as those found in nuts, seeds and avocado, advises Fuhrman. Sugar-laden calories depress the infection-fighting activity of white blood cells, says Dr. Alan R. Gaby, of Concord, New Hampshire, author of the textbook, Nutritional Medicine. Even natural sweeteners such as honey and juice have similar effects when consumed in excess, he says. Try healthy options like pomegranate and kiwi fruit salad; trail mix with raw almonds; dried cranberries and air-popped popcorn; and hummus with red pepper strips and baby carrots for dipping.

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Probiotics can enhance immune function in children by stimulating white blood cells and reducing inflammation, says Gary B. Huffnagle, Ph.D., a University of Michigan Medical School immunology research professor and author of The Probiotics Revolution. They are especially protective against allergies, diarrhea and respiratory tract infection. Start with yogurt: Serve with cereal; mix with mashed bananas and freeze in ice cube trays for a cool treat; or make smoothies with unsweetened, non-dairy yogurt and frozen berries. Or consider a Lactobacillus acidophilus supplement; aim for 5 billion CFUs per day of Lactobacillus or bifidobacterium. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), an ayurvedic herb, boosts immunity by supporting and balancing adrenal function, says Dr. John Douillard, Ph.D., a Boulder, Colorado, chiropractor, ayurvedic physician and author of Perfect Health for Kids. The adrenal glands produce cortisol, and overproduction of this “fight-or-flight” hormone can dampen immunity. Ashwagandha is particularly helpful for preventing colds and can also be used when kids are stressed or tired. For children ages 6 to 12, give 500 milligrams per day with breakfast; children over 12 can take 1,000 mg a day.

Stabilize Hormonal Changes

“Puberty and adolescence are marked by dramatic shifts in and surges of hormones,” says Dr. Richard Shames, of Sebastopol, California, co-author of Feeling Fat, Fuzzy, or Frazzled? “This is monumental, as far as the developing immune system is concerned. As the immune system is directly linked to hormonal

Tell kids they’ll get sick, and chances are it’ll happen. Instead, nurture an attitude of wellness and help them learn they have control over their own health. influences, any hormonal imbalance will affect overall immunity.” Shames recommends selenium—a potent antioxidant and general immune booster—to help balance hormones. For children ages 8 to 18, aim for 100 mg per day.

Let ’em Get Dirty

“Once a child has been exposed to dirt and germs, the immune system responds by trying to expel those bacteria from the body, which strengthens immunity,” counsels Jane Sheppard, owner of HealthyChild.com and founding executive director of the Holistic Pediatric Association. Avoid antibacterial soaps, cleansers and gels; most contain the chemical triclosan, which some researchers suspect of contributing to development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Instead, use a natural antibacterial gel or make one, by combining witch hazel or alcohol, tea tree oil and lavender essential oil.

Stay in the Sun

“The sun is our primary source of vitamin D, which has broad effects on the immune system,” Fuhrman says. “Depending on your skin tone and the local climate, about 15 minutes of full sun exposure a day will lead to natural production of sufficient amounts of vitamin D.” If kids have dark skin or live in a cloudy region, they may need vitamin D supplements—at least 200 IU per day.

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SEAFOOD Navigate Today’s Best Choices Using Updated Guides by Judith Fertig

We love our seafood, a delicious source of lean protein. The latest data reports U.S. annual consumption to be more than 4.8 billion pounds of it, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, with the average American eating 3.5 ounces of seafood a week. About half of the catch is wild-caught and half farmed. How do we know which fish and shellfish are safe to eat and good for ocean ecology?

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out from land to sea (and vice versa). As smaller fish that have eaten pollutants are eaten by larger ones, contaminants accumulate and concentrate. Large predatory fish like swordfish and sharks end up with the most toxins. Beyond today’s top-selling shrimp, canned tuna, salmon and farmed tilapia, more retailers and restaurants are also providing lesser-known seafood varieties like dogfish and hake as alternatives to overfished species such as sea bass and Atlantic cod. These newto-us, wild-caught fish can be delicious, sustainable and healthy.

Choices Good for Oceans

An outstanding resource for choosing well-managed caught or farmed seafood in environmentally responsible ways is Seafood Watch, provided through California’s Monterey Bay Aquarium. Information on the most sustainable varieties of seafood is available in a printed guide, updated twice a year. The pocket guide or smartphone app provides instant information at the seafood counter and restaurant table. Online information at SeafoodWatch.org and via the app is regularly updated. The Blue Ocean Institute, led by MacArthur Fellow and ecologist Carl Safina, Ph.D., supports ocean conservation, community economics and global peace by steering consumers and businesses toward sustainably fished seafood. It maintains a data base on 140 wild-caught fish and shellfish choices at BlueOcean.org. Hoki, for instance, might have a green fish icon for “relatively abundant” and a blue icon for “sustainable and well-managed fisheries,” but also be red-flagged for containing levels of mercury or PCBs that can pose a health risk for children. As species become overfished, rebound or experience fluctuating levels of contaminants, their annual ratings can change.

Choices Good for Us

To help make choosing easier, Seafood Watch has now joined with the Harvard School of Public Health to also advise what’s currently safe to eat. Entries on their list of “green” fish, which can shift annually, are low in mercury, good sources of long-chain omega-3 fatty

The truth is that no one fish can be seen as a sustainability darling, because if it is, it’s sure to be overfished.

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Retail Ratings

Some retailers also provide details on their seafood sourcing. Whole Foods, for example, offers complete traceability of the fish and shellfish they carry, from fishery or farm to stores. Their fish, wild-caught or farmed, frozen or fresh, meet strict quality guidelines in regard to exposure to antibiotics, preservatives and hormones. They also display Seafood Watch and Blue Ocean Institute ratings at the seafood counter. Wise seafood choices feed and sustain our families, foster a healthier seafood industry, support responsible local fisheries and keep Earth’s water resources viable. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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Day Care Goes Green What’s Good for Kids is Good for the World by Avery Mack

ith children especially susceptible to germs, chemical sensitivities and allergens, it makes sense to ensure that the child-friendliness of day care facilities extends to their ecological integrity. When Denise Adusei, of New York City, was unable to find a preschool that included all the criteria she sought, she decided to create and direct Peartree Preschool, a year-round day care facility for 2-to-5-year-olds. “An eco-friendly day care environment is more than nontoxic paint, organic food and unscented soaps. It’s what you don’t see, as well,” says Adusei. “We first looked for a building with lots of natural light near Central Park. Manhattan has a high rate of allergens, so we went ahead with a thorough environmental inspection on what looked like an ideal building,” recalls Adusei. Inspectors pulled tiles from the floor, opened walls to check for mold and collected samples. “When they discovered signs of an old oil spill in the basement, we knew it was an unsafe place for children. We kept looking until we found the right building with large windows, near the park and environmentally safe,” she says, noting that her own kids now attend Peartree. Workplace coach Paul E. McGinniss, who also blogs at NewYorkGreenAdvocate.com, says, “Creating a garden onsite and connecting with local farmers or CSAs [community supported agriculture] to provide healthy, fresh foods is a great way to educate kids via a learning activity. New York’s Hudson Valley, where I live, has a farm to school movement. Everyone should know where their food comes from,” he says, echoing

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another day care cornerstone. In Madison, Connecticut, Tina Pascoe, a registered nurse, attorney and health consultant, co-founded Nurses for Day Care, a nationwide program. The staff finds that many children are sensitive to dye additives in mustard or ketchup, certain oils in soap, paint or cleaning fumes and fire-retardant chemicals embedded in new rugs and carpeting. “We push for the whole school to go green, not just the classroom, with the sensitive or allergic child in mind,” she says. “We’re willing to do whatever it takes, like providing special menus, banning perfumes and smoking, and only using disinfectant wipes or bleach during nighttime cleaning.” Pascoe personally works with about 80 facilities throughout the state. The Cottages at Michaels Learning Center, in Sarasota, is Florida’s first school to earn a Level Three Green School and green infant care certification from the National Green School Coalition and operates the city’s only certified green infant care program. Children from 6 weeks through kindergarten benefit. The school even conducts regular radon testing. Owner and Director Michelle Ireland assesses, “It’s cause and effect. One of the things we teach the children is how our actions have an impact on the world.” Mark Stedelbauer, vice president of marketing at eWater Advantage, in Raleigh, North Carolina, strives to inform day care administrators about the value of using electrolyzed water instead of cleansers. An electrical current that runs through a blend of ordinary tap water and minerals changes the basic nature of water. A lower pH creates a disinfecting solution; a higher pH results in a degreaser. Both solutions clean and kill germs without fumes, residue or allergy triggers. “Often, the combined cost of the electricity, water and mineral supplements used is less than what would be spent on multiple cleaning products,” Stedelbauer points out. It can be created by the half-gallon in a toaster-sized unit onsite and has been approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture (for use on meat) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (for use on produce). Also, electrolyzed water won’t harm skin or clothing. Creative Minds Learning Centers’ six locations are recognized by the Oregon Program of Quality as among the top 25 schools in the state. They buy renewable energy from wind, solar and biomass sources. At the school, they compost, plant sustainable gardens, collect rainwater and recycle. Nature preschools in the U.S., nearly 30 sites and growing, use a community nature center as a regular part of their learning program (Tinyurl.com/NaturePreschools). Generally, the children are outdoors for 45 to 90 minutes per day, weather permitting, and flexible activities allow them to investigate their own interests safely. Daily explorations build valuable skills like observation, sorting and experimentation. Children experiencing green day care see firsthand how healthy, environmentally sound choices can help make their present and future safe. Telling their parents about their school experiences is a natural bonus. Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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the form and function of the central nervous system. A CST session can last up to an hour or more, and it may be integrated with other techniques to create a more powerful effect. What the client experiences from a session is highly individual. The sessions are generally deeply relaxing, creating feelings of warmth or gentle pulsing in the areas where the therapist is working.

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Light Touch Pays Big Benefits by Marty Austin

raniosacral therapy (CST) might be a “light-touch” approach to bodywork, but it can create dramatic improvements in someone’s life. By releasing tension deep in the body, it relieves pain and dysfunction and improves whole-body health and performance.

Easing Deep-Seated Tension

CST for Newborns best, CST naturally eliminates pain and stress, strengthens the body’s resistance to disease, and enhances health and well-being. And because it is so gentle, CST can be effective for all ages, from newborns to elders.

“Full Spectrum” Therapy

Craniosacral therapy improves your Few body structures have more influence body’s ability to take better care of you. It over our health and well-being than the helps relieve a full spectrum of pain, illcentral nervous system. And few body ness and dysfunction, including migraines systems have more impact on the central and headaches, chronic neck and back nervous system than the craniosacral pain, stress and tension-related disorders, system—the soft tissues and fluid that motor coordination impairments, infant protect the brain and spinal cord. and childhood disorders, TMJ syndrome, Every day we endure stresses and scoliosis, central nervous system disorstrains and our bodies absorb them. But ders, learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD, the body can handle only so much tenpost-traumatic stress disorder and orthosion before the tissues begin to tighten, pedic problems. potentially affecting the brain and spinal A typical CST session takes place in cord. Unfortunately, this can comproa quiet, private office. The client remains mise the function of the central nervous fully clothed as he or she relaxes on a system—and, by extension, the perforcomfortable massage table. The therapist mance of nearly every other system in begins by gently touching various parts the body. of the client’s body to monitor the rhythm CST releases of the fluid that is Life serves up plenty those tensions to alflowing around the low the entire body of trauma, physical and central nervous to relax and self-corBy carefully emotional. CST can be a system. rect. Using a gentle “listening” with the touch—starting at powerful tool to help the hands to locate areas about the weight of weak fluid flow body and mind cope. of a nickel—CST or tissue motion, practitioners evaluthe therapist can ate a client’s internal trace those areas of environment and weakness through then use distinctive the body to the light-touch techoriginal source of niques to release any dysfunction. Delicate restrictions they find. manual techniques By freeing the are then used to recentral nervous syslease those problem tem to perform at its areas and improve

One of my passions is working with newborn babies, who often present with symptoms such as colic, poor sucking and restlessness. Usually the problem stems from a difficult birth. When the birth process was abrupt or traumatic, as with a caesarian section, frequently there is an element of “shock” held in the baby’s system. Many babies respond well to CST, and often just a few sessions bring relief of stress symptoms. Since the craniosacral system directly impacts the central nervous system, it is easy to see how an imbalance in the craniosacral system could cause any number of sensory, motor or neurological disabilities. CST helps correct those imbalances so the body can release the effects of stress naturally. Correcting an imbalance at birth often prevents problems like ADD, ADHD and dyslexia from developing later. As a wellness strategy, CST can be beneficial for a wide range of adult conditions. People who receive treatment tend to have more energy, sleep better and become sick less often as a result. Life can serve up plenty of trauma, both physical and emotional, so CST can be a powerful tool to help the body and mind cope. Marty Austin has worked as a licensed massage therapist since the early 1990s and has a master’s degree in early childhood and family studies. She is a certified craniosacral therapist and is certified in Russian medical massage, neuromuscular therapy and manual lymphatic drainage. She works in West Knoxville offering these therapeutic modalities to people of all ages. She can be reached at 865- 691-1565 or gentletouch815@aol. com. For more information, visit GentleTouchTherapeutic.com. See ad page 19.

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WATER DOGGIES Given a Pool or Lake, Canines Dive Into Action by Sandra Murphy

Water sports for dogs can be done just for fun or to earn recognition. Venues range from a backyard adult or kiddie pool to a lake, river or ocean. All offer healthful exercise for canine bodies and brains.

ome dogs seem born to another. To prevent possible swim, while others learn squabbles, company policy to love it and a few allows only same-household make entertaining spectators. dogs to swim in the same It all depends on temperapool. ment, breed and body style “Max is a fetching maplus energy and confidence niac in the water,” remarks levels, as well as training. Yue. “He doesn’t like to Not all dogs love to dive, but if his ball sinks, swim, says Eileen Proctor, a he’ll go after it. It’s low-impet lifestyle expert in Denver, pact, high-exercise playtime Michelle Yue and Max and the only thing I know Colorado, so proceed cautiously. “One of the first things to do is that will wear out a 2-year-old German buy a properly fitted life jacket that keeps shepherd pup.” his head out of the water,” she counsels. The skill of directed retrieval can be “Once he is used to wearing it, train him described as advanced fetching. Several to use steps [like in a pool] to walk into toys or dumbbells are placed on the and out of the water every time.” bottom of the pool and the handler tells Michelle Yue, a professional dog the dog which item to retrieve. Nautical trainer in Washington, D.C., takes her nosework is the most challenging—five dog, Max, to a dog-specific pool twice floating objects like tennis balls or duma month. At the Canine Fitness Center, mies are launched into the water by in Annapolis, Maryland, Max swims in another person. The dog must then find, one pool while canine buddies paddle in indicate and retrieve the one ball his photo by Sam Matlick

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person has handled. Other fun options are teaching a pet to tow a raft in the pool or to team swim with his owner. In a more complex aquaagility exercise, the dog swims a circle around his owner as a prelude to both of them swimming a synchronized, zigzag course between floating markers before returning to their starting positions. Ernie, a 95-pound Labrador retriever that lives with Sierra Prause, a marketing assistant, and Jaron Clinton, a search engine content marketer, in Phoenix, Arizona, rides in the storage area of Clinton’s kayak. Ernie came to them at age 4 and has always loved to jump in and swim alongside his owners. “Ernie’s claim to fame is fetching two tennis balls at once,” says Prause. “He wasn’t allowed in the pool at his former home, and now revels in taking a cooling dip after his twice-a-day walks.” Maria Schultz, author of How to SUP with Your Pup, enjoys stand up paddleboarding with her Australian shepherds, Riley and Kona, on rivers near her home in Fredericksburg, Virginia. She and Riley learned together in the living room. “I brought the board home and taught Riley how to hop on and off, where to sit or lie on the board, and to relax,” she relates. “I forgot the living room floor stood still. Riley was surprised when he got on the board on the river to find that it moved.” Riley was a good sport about it; within a week, he knew how to ride along. Kona took several months to get the hang of it. “Have patience, make it fun and all positive,” Schultz advises. “Know what motivates your dog. Riley works for food, Kona for praise.” For the more adventurous, Loews Coronado Bay Resort, in San Diego, offers one-hour surfing lessons for canine guests. Taught by Coronado Surfing Academy instructors, the only requirement is that a dog enjoys water. Of course, board shorts and a bandana are also provided so that Fido gets the full surfer dude experience. Enjoying warm weather and cool water with man’s best friend provides perfect fun for these dog days of summer.

DOG GONE SWIMMING SAFETY TIPS by Sandra Murphy

irst, check if area community pools allow dogs for special sessions. Many offer canine swims as fundraisers during off-season periods. Make sure the pet is sociable and wears a life jacket. The best swimmers include breeds used in water rescue or retrieval, such as the Newfoundland, Labrador retriever, Portuguese water dog, poodle and spaniel, as opposed to those with shorter snouts and airways. The stocky bodies and shorter legs of Scotties and dachshunds are also less conducive to water play. Dr. Jules Benson, vice president of Veterinary Services at Petplan Pet Insurance, in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, gives three key safety tips: Be alert for signs of tiredness, like trouble staying afloat or struggling to catch their breath; watch for vomiting, diarrhea or fever due to harmful bacteria in some waterways; and don’t let dogs drink from the ocean. Ingested salt water can unbalance electrolytes and lead to dehydration, brain damage, kidney failure and even death.

Pet expert Eileen Proctor recommends dabbing sunscreen on pet noses and ears before swimming and putting on the dog’s life jacket before going into, on or near the water. Always ensure that dogs are well-trained to come when called and leave found items and to take a break to rehydrate and rest. Supervise swimming dogs closely and make sure they aren’t drinking the water. If a dog hesitates to enter the water, leave his non-retractable leash on to reassure him he has assistance if needed, and stay in the pool with him. Establish a cue for entering and leaving the pool and use it before the dog overtires. Don’t allow a pet to climb the pool’s ladder to exit because a paw could slip, causing injury or panic. When boating, pull into a secluded area with no running propellers, active paddling or underwater snags, and keep the pet on a non-retractable lead or trained to swim close by. Rinse fur immediately after every swim to remove chlorine, bacteria, dirt or salt, and then dry the dog’s inner and outer ears.

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 Robotics Revolution – 10am-4pm. The Muse Knoxville and Neighbormaker Events host this event providing opportunities to learn more about coding, Lego leagues, robotics, 3D printing, drones and industrial and technological advances. Jacob’s Building in Chilhowee Park, Knoxville. Info: 865386-9077 or TheMuseKnoxville.org. Sweat Lodge – 10am. Experience a deeper spiritual awareness through this ancient form of prayer and purification. Bring a towel, change of clothes, food to share. Donations gratefully accepted to cover costs. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. Info: 865-428-3070.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 3 “How to Reverse Financial Adversity” – 10:55am. Unity Transformation service focuses on chapter 7 from Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth. At Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Court, Knoxville. Info: 865-809-5207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com

TUESDAY, AUGUST 5 “Messiah Training” – 7:30pm (every Tuesday). Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. This weekly program explores how we can allow the divine part of us to define our lives, rather than being awash in definitions of who we “ought to be.” Donations gratefully accepted. Info: Perry Robinson, 865-428-3070.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7 Fire Ceremony – 6:45 pm. This focused meditation on a ceremonial fire is perfect for introspection, insight, releasing and transmuting what no longer serves you, or simply participating in a ceremony honoring this powerful elemental force. No charge. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. Info: 865-428-3070 or Katy Koontz, 865-693-9845.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8 “Supporting Cancer Care with Essential Oils” – 8:30am-4pm. This course explores the healing qualities of certain essential oils helpful for the physical body with a focus on the oncology population. 6 CEUs for nurses & massage therapists. The Avenue, 141 Martinwood Dr., Knoxville. Registration & info: ISHAhealing.com or 865-357-1541.

“Reduce Your Risk for Joint Replacement Surgery” – 7pm. Knoxville-area chiropractor Jessica Briere addresses Knoxville Group of CHEO. Meet & greet at 6:30pm. Parkwest Medical Center classroom, 9330 Parkwest Boulevard, Knoxville. Info: CHEOKnox.org.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 14 A s t ro l o g y C l a s s – 6 : 4 5 - 8 : 4 5 p m . S e e website for specific class topics. The Oasis Institute, 4928 Homberg Dr., Knoxville. Info: RadiantLightAstrology.com or 865-719-2049.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 Dragonfly Kids Tri – 7am registration, 8:30am start (ages 7-10), 9am start (ages 11-15). $70. Knoxville Racquet Club. Sponsored by Crown Cleaners. Registration: RaceDayEvents.net/events.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 “The Money Enigma” – 10:55am. Unity Transformation service focuses on chapter 9 from Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth. At Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Court, Knoxville. Info: 865-809-5207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com Developing Your Psychic Abilities: Clairvoyance, Cultivating Clear Vision – 1-4pm. Learn to see auras with the third eye; practice meditation to receive psychic information visually; practice readings with your classmates. At the Crystal Peace Center, 205 Court St., Maryville, TN. Preregister with Theresa Richardson: 865-705-2525 or TheresaRichardson.com.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 Events with Maori healers Ojasvin Kungi Davis & Iris Hausermann Davis – Aug. 29-Sept. 3. Ceremonialfusion concert Aug. 29 at 6pm; Haka seminar Aug. 30 (9:30am-9pm) & Aug. 31 (10am-5pm), $250; private healing sessions Sept. 2-3, $180/session. Gypsy Hands Healing Arts Center, 707 N. Central St., Knoxville. Info: 865-522-5829, GypsyHands.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 30 “The Weather and How You Can Help” – 10am. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. David Arms explains how we are subjected to weather situations and what we can do about them. Info: Patti MacFee, 865-250-1988.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 31 “Discover the Wonder of Giving” – 10:55am. Unity Transformation service focuses on chapter 10 from Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth. At Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Court, Knoxville. Info: 865-809-5207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com

save the date THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Unity World Day of Prayer – 6pm: Body Prayer with Shanti. 7pm: World Day of Prayer Service with Lora Beth Gilbreath. Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Ct., Knoxville. Info: 865-809-5207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 The Meridian Connection – In Knoxville. Learn the practical applications of acupuncture concepts in massage therapy. $125 for early registration. Worth 7 CE hours for LMTs. Info: PolarityHealthcare.com or 330-701-8780.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 Mountain Hollow Farm Yarn Retreat – 10am Aug22- 3pm Aug24. Three relaxing, creative days in the East TN mountains at the Well Being Conference Center in Tazewell, TN. Cost $70-$150 for two nights (meals & lodging included). Info: 423-8698927, info@mtnhollow.com or WellbeingCC.org. Star Dance – Aug 22-24. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. Gain personal inspiration, break out of stuck places and move into alignment with your higher purpose in life. Info: 865-428-3070.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Introduction to Craniosacral Therapy – Sept. 1314. In Knoxville. Sample the Upledger approach and learn practical techniques you can use immediately. $250 for early registration. 12 CE hours for LMTs, OTs and nurses. Info: PolarityHealthcare.com or 330-701-8780.

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Young People’s Dance – 9am-5pm. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. One-day dance for young people and their parents or guardians begins with a sweat lodge and ends in late afternoon with a feast and a giveaway. Anyone wanting to honor young people around the world or support those at CFP is welcome. Info: Nan Citty at 405-6809 or CFP at 865-428-3070.

Janice Anderson & Brenda Kemp at Unity Transformation – 10:55am. Unity Transformation will host the two musicians, with Sunday lesson by Brenda Kemp. At Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Court, Knoxville. Info: 865-809-5207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com

Star Knowledge Conference – Sept. 18-20. Indigenous chiefs, wisdom keepers, more than 30 speakers, 20 vendors. Montgomery Bell State Park, Nashville. Sept. 21: Ceremony at Mound Bottom. Register: StarKnowledgeNashville.com , 1-800-221-6801.

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“The Four Pillars of Heart Health” – 7pm. Athens, TN-based general and heart surgeon Dr. Joseph Holliday addresses Loudon/Monroe Group of CHEO. Meet & greet at 6:30pm. Rarity Bay Community Center, 150 Rarity Bay Pkwy., Vonore, TN. Info: CHEOKnox.org.

Advanced intensive medical intuition training course – Sept. 20-21. Mona Lisa Schulz, PhD, explains how to use intuition to deal with difficult health problems. $499. Gypsy Hands Healing Arts Center, 707 N. Central St., Knoxville. Info: 865522-5829, GypsyHands.com.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 10 “Security in a Changing World” – 10:55am. Unity Transformation service focuses on chapter 8 from Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth. At Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Court, Knoxville. Info: 865-809-5207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com

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ongoingevents sunday Unity Transformation – 10:55 a.m. at Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Ct., Knoxville, with Rev. Lora Beth Gilbreath. Join us each Sunday for music, meditation, Unity teachings and timely tools for transformation. Info: UnityTransformation.org. Unity of Knoxville – 11am. A spirit-led community exploring all spiritual paths. 141 N. Martinwood Dr., Knoxville. Info: UnityChurchOfKnoxville.org. Youth of Unity (YOU) – 11am. Unity of Knoxville. Come and explore your spirituality with openminded teens. No judgment, lots of fun. Snacks provided. The Avenue,141 N. Martinwood Dr. Knoxville. Info: 865-679-0279. Eckankar Center Sunday events – 11am. First Sunday of month: worship service. Second Sunday: spiritual truths for personal growth discussion. Third Sunday: book discussion, Journey of Soul by Harold Klemp. Fourth Sunday: HU Sing. Eckankar Center of Knoxville, 301 Gallaher View Rd., Ste. 226, Knoxville. Info: 865-622-7685 or Eck-Tenn.org.

monday Introduction to Usui Reiki Ryoho – 6:30-8pm (every other week). $5. Learn the history/origin of Reiki and its Eastern and Western influences. Space limited; RSVP required. Info: Fleur-De-Luna.com/ calendar or Christina at info@fleurdeluna.com.

tuesday 8 Move Tai Chi – 11am-noon. Delivers physical/ mental benefits in as few moves as possible. Taught by certified instructors from Clear’s Tai Chi. Clear’s Silat & Street Kung Fu, 113 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. $25 for six weeks. Info: Richard Clear or Ben Sterling, 865-379-9997 or MaryvilleTaiChi.com. Mat Pilates with Susie Kaplar – 5:30-6:30pm. First class free, then $8 per session (half price if you bring a friend). Drop-ins welcome. Arnstein Jewish Community Center, 6800 Deane Hill Dr., Knoxville. Info: 661-803-1526 or susiekaplar@gmail.com. Breastfeeding Support Circle – 6pm. Lactation consultant will discuss any breastfeeding problems or questions. Moms Café-style supportive place to bring your baby to socialize with other mothers. Bohemian Baby, 6907 Kingston Pk. Unit 4, Knoxville. Info: 865-588-1105 Free 6-week session of beginning tai chi classes – 6-7:15pm. Delivers physical/mental benefits in as few moves as possible. Taught by certified instructors from Clear’s Tai Chi. Clear’s Silat & Street Kung Fu, 113 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: Richard Clear or Ben Sterling, 865-379-9997 or MaryvilleTaiChi.com. “Messiah Training” – 7:30 pm. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. This weekly program explores how we can allow the divine part of us to define our lives,

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rather than being awash in definitions of who we “ought to be.” Donations appreciated. Info: Perry Robinson at the Center for Peace, 865-428-3070.

wednesday Write to Grow – 9-11:30am. First, third and fifth Wednesdays at The Write Place, Maryville, TN. Writing workshop for women interested in developing a deeper sense of self through writing. Info: 865-660-4799 or judy@judybingham.net. Belly Dancing at Bohemian Baby – 9:30am. Join DeLacey Ault for her new class offerings at Bohemian Baby Wednesday mornings at 9:30 or Thursday evenings at 6. One-month series $45 or single drop-in for $15 throughout January. 6907 Kingston Pk., Unit 4, Knoxville. Registration: 865-588-1105. Write Now – 12:30-3pm. First, third and fifth Wednesdays at The Write Place, Maryville, TN. AWA creative writing workshop. Learn about the craft. Gain perspective on your writing and confidence in your voice. Info: 865-660-4799 or judy@judybingham.net.

thursday Burn, Baby Burn! – 10:30am. Kim Day Training is in store in our spacious classroom to offer mommy and baby fitness. Bring your little one to help you work away those winter blahs. $10. Drop-ins welcome. Bohemian Baby, 6907 Kingston Pk., Unit 4, Knoxville. Info: 865-588-1105. 8 Move Tai Chi – 11am-noon. Delivers physical/ mental benefits in as few moves as possible. Taught by certified instructors from Clear’s Tai Chi. Clear’s Silat & Street Kung Fu, 113 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. $25 for six weeks. Info: Richard Clear or Ben Sterling, 865-379-9997 or MaryvilleTaiChi.com. Mat Pilates with Susie Kaplar – 5:30-6:30pm. First class free, then $8 per session (half price if you bring a friend). Drop-ins welcome. Arnstein Jewish Community Center, 6800 Deane Hill Dr., Knoxville. Info: 661-803-1526 or susiekaplar@gmail.com.

Intuitive Readings with Theresa Richardson – Explore your options and opportunities for growth and enlightenment. Readings address work, relationships, life purpose, how to align with your most positive future. Questions welcome. Call for appointment. Info: 865-705-2525, TheresaRichardson.com.

weekly Intuitive Counseling Sessions with Pamela Nine – Receive relationship, life-lesson, career and life-purpose guidance and further your personal, professional and spiritual growth through professional intuitive counseling. By appointment at Nine Wellness Centre, 3113 Gose Cove Ln., Knoxville. Info and appointments: 865-531-9086, PamelaNine@msn.com, PamelaNine.com.

monthly Astrology Class – 6:45 - 8:45pm second Thursday of the month. See website for exact dates and class topics. The Oasis Institute, 4928 Homberg Dr., Knoxville. Info: RadiantLightAstrology.com or 865-719-2049. Spiritual Apprenticeship Program – Advance your personal, professional and spiritual path; promote healing; develop inner awareness, intuitive and mediumship abilities through a one-on-one learning experience. Available for 3- and 6-month terms. Limited-time discount. Pamela Nine, Nine Wellness Centre. Info: 865-531-9086, PamelaNine@msn. com, PamelaNine.com. Monthly meeting of Holistic Moms Network, Knoxville – 11am. Follow the natural path to parenting. Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at Bohemian Baby, 6907 Kingston Pk., Unit 4, Knoxville. Info: Mary at 865-356-7987 or KnoxHMNLeadership@gmail.com

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friday Reiki gathering at Fleur de Luna – 7:30-9pm every other Friday. Experience the benefits of Reiki, a Japanese technique developed by Dr. Mikao Usui. Practitioners are encouraged and welcome. Offerings are appreciated. Info, including dates and location: Fleur-De-Luna.com.

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Hemp Monkeys is an eclectic and unique shop that specializes in hemp and bamboo clothing, hemp oil soaps, lotions, handmade jewelry, Himalayan salt lamps, and Indonesian and Balinese décor and jewelry. See ad, page 13.

SOMOTRON VIBROACOUSTIC THERAPY MAT, CARRYING CASE & CD COLLECTION SET – Full-body portable vibroacoustic mat and CDs for physical and auditory stimulation, relaxation, stress reduction therapies. View set at Somatron.com/mat. Retails $2,000+. Asking $1,400. Black. Excellent condition. Pamela Nine, 865-531-9086.

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Restoring wholeness and renewing harmony for body, heart, mind, spirit. Rev. Carol Bodeau is an experienced interfaith minister and healer offering spiritual guidance, intuitive counseling, Reiki and crystal healing, wilderness quests and rites of passage.

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Dr. Nancy C. Canestaro 6920 Lark Ln. • Knoxville, TN 37919 865-789-5856 FengShuiLadies.com Nancy helps you find health, harmony, prosperity for home/ office. With 2+ decades of experience, she will study your property and produce a report with recommendations for enhancements, remedies. Look for her Rhama Center lectures.

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Pamela Nine, PhD 3113 Gose Cove Ln. • Knoxville, TN 37931 865-531-9086 PamelaNine@msn.com PamelaNine.com Pamela Nine, PhD, owner of Nine Wellness Centre, is an internationally recognized professional intuitive counselor and educator with 25+ years’ experience. Services include spiritual apprenticeship program, educational courses, life and business coaching, and personal and telephone intuitive counseling by appointment.

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Theresa Richardson Rhama: The Center of Healing Arts 9237 Middlebrook Pike Knoxville, TN 37931 865-705-2525 Info@TheresaRichardson.com TheresaRichardson.com Theresa is an intuitive healer/ teacher whose services include readings, Reiki sessions and a variety of classes. Her intention is to facilitate transformation and alignment with the soul’s wisdom. In-person, phone or long-distance healing sessions available.

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Retreat Centers WELL BEING CONFERENCE CENTER

Don Oakley & Patty Bottari Oakley, Directors Tazewell, TN 37879 423-626-9000 WellBeingCC.org Hour north of Knoxville,160 acres surrounded by 2½ miles of Powell River. Perfect for quiet getaway, vacation, group event, retreat, workshop. Our mission is promoting mind/ body wellness, harmony with nature. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit. See ad, page 19.

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Acutonics is a healing modality that uses tuning forks on acupuncture points to facilitate a healing response in the body. Clients report a strong release of tension and stress from the body after each session. See ad, page 21.

Stephen Anthony, Executive Director 4928 Homberg Dr. Ste. A-4 Knoxville, TN 37919-5100 865-588-7707 OasisInstitute@OasisInstitute.org OasisInstitute.org

OASIS Institute is a nonsectarian, nonprofit spiritual organization established in 1995. Our mission is to provide a meeting place for groups that will facilitate the well-being of people of all backgrounds.

Spiritual Centers

UNITY TRANSFORMATION

Rev. Lora Beth Gilbreath 865-809-5207 UnityTransformation@gmail.com UnityTransformation.org Sunday morning and midweek activities. Host of the internet “radio” broadcast “Hooked on Classics” through UnityOnlineRadio.org. Affiliated with Unity Worldwide Ministries. See ad, page 10.

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Aholistic spiritual center applying ancient wisdom traditions such a s c e r e m o n y, dance, shamanic practice, sweat lodges, meditation, chanting and prayer in the modern world. See ad, page 13.

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