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20 ACTIVE RELAXATION to Reduce Stress This Year by Laura Clarizio

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t was pretty hard not to reflect on my own marriage when reading this months feature editorial “Happily Coupled” on page 24. Judith Fertig shares the stories of 5 different couples, in various stages of their lives and relationships. Here is mine.

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Bill and I figure it must be about 25 years that we have at least known of each other. We had a mutual friend, and know that we must have passed each other at some party or another over the early years but we were both in different places in our lives. I was newly married, he was newly divorced we don’t recall having much interest in each other at all. As fate would have it, we ended up living three blocks from each other in Tiverton in the 90’s, still not really knowing each other at that time yet. As lives ebb and flow, it just so happened that both he and I started spending more time with our mutual friend and we became a trio quite often. Mutual friend and I were both ending relationships, and finding ourselves single again. Then because Bill was right down the street from me, often when I was going for a walk, he’d just kind of fall in with me. But I was not ready for a relationship, after a painful ending of my first marriage I was in need of time for me. So we were friends. Just great friends. We talked, and laughed about everything under the sun, but it still wasn’t our time yet. There is still a lot to the story, including a trip to New York city on Valentines Day for dinner and a show, bonding over the emotions of 9/11, and a wedding in Orlando where Bill needed a date. When we finally realized we were meant to be together, it sure stuck. We got married in 2004 at our Christmas party when we surprised most of the guests with a justice of the peace. There are love at first sight stories and sometimes people hit the lottery too. I highly recommend falling in love with your best friend, if you can. Like an investment in your future, it’s a lot more of a sure thing than a lottery ticket. Even if it takes some years to figure it out, your friend will be your trusted friend through thick and thin. We both still had some growing of our own to do first, to be the people we need to be for each other and ourselves. Having strong personalities, we do recognize and appreciate the solid foundation we built over all those years. We still talk endlessly, about the most inane things as well as sharing our deepest thoughts. Just writing this brings back the thrill of the love of my life. So similar to keeping your eyes open when looking for a new career, since you never know what is around the corner, keep your eyes open when looking at your best friend. You never know what you might find there. May your month be filled with love, everywhere you look.

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n March, All That Matters Yoga and Holistic Health Center will celebrate its 20th anniversary with open-hearted thanks for the wisdom and science of yoga, and for the community of Wakefield. Seasoned yogis as well as newcomers to body-mind practices can join the festivities, which include a blessing and open house party on March 28; a 20-day yoga challenge, beginning March 4; ongoing special deals on classes, health services and workshops; and a new Peace Love Yoga + Perks membership program. When All That Matters opened its doors in 1995, the founding team of two mothers, a yoga teacher, a massage therapist and a handful of volunteers planted the seed of an inspired vision. Two decades later, the studio welcomes more than 1,000 people weekly for more than 60 yoga and meditation classes, workshops and professional trainings, a retail store and such alternative healthcare services as acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage therapy and spa treatments. “We started by doing yoga on the mat in a small studio, and now, having encouraged our students for nearly 20 years, we can proudly say that we have taken our yoga with us off the mat and into the world. This keeps us going and growing,” says co-founder and owner Joan Dwyer, speaking for herself and a team of 21 yoga teachers, 13 health service providers, 10 full- and part-time staff and many volunteers. “We believe we are helping make the world a healthier place, one person and one community at a time,” Dwyer says. “As we like to say, inner peace leads to world peace, and that’s all that matters.” Location: 315 Main St., Wakefield. For more information, call 401-782-2126 or visit AllThatMatters.com. See ad on page 38.

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reatigo will begin offering playshops designed specifically for children and their families. The first will take place from noon to 4 p.m., March 29, at Beloved: a yoga practice, in Bristol. Children ages 6 to 12 participating in Kids Reiki will get in touch with subtle energy and learn simple methods of using Reiki. This course is designed to be fun, interesting and developmentally appropriate for children who have a natural awareness of healing energy and can often see it, making Reiki easy for them to learn. Class leaders will honor each child’s unique perspective and present Reiki in a way that can be understood. Bring a favorite stuffed animal, blanket and snacks. Cost: $75 per child includes Reiki1 Certificate, Reiki Kids book and all craft materials. Sibling and repeat rates are available. Location: 235 High St., Reynolds School, Bristol. Call or text 401-793-0097 to reserve seat, or email Debbee@Creatigo.org. See ad on page 41.

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study from Argentina’s Buenos Aires University has linked dental caries to low levels of calcium and vitamin D. Dental status and caries risk were assessed by determining the number of decayed, missing and filled teeth, the amount of plaque and the sugar intake of 106 women of the average age of 24. Calcium levels were deficient among nearly 60 percent of the women, 70 percent had low blood levels of vitamin D, 72 percent consumed soft drinks daily and all of them presented gingivitis (gum disease). The third with the highest caries scores and decayed or missing teeth had significantly lower calcium intake and vitamin D levels and significantly higher intake of protein and soft drinks, plus significantly higher plaque and sugar intake compared with the rest of the women. The researchers concluded that low calcium intake is associated with a high risk of dental caries and a greater severity of oral disease. “Adequate nutritional status of calcium and vitamin D could be an additional factor that may help preserve good oral health,” they state.

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ietary Guidelines for Americans, published by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, recommends that people 50 years old and younger keep their sodium intake lower than 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day, while those over 50 keep sodium ingestion below 1,500 mg. However, a large international study recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine reveals a different story. Measuring levels of sodium and potassium excreted in the urine of 101,945 people between 35 and 70 years old from 17 low, middle and high-income countries, Canadian scientists found that consuming less than 3,000 mg of sodium per day was associated with a 77 percent increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease. Consuming between 3,000 and 6,000 mg of sodium daily was linked to lower risks of both cardiovascular disease and earlier mortality, while consuming more than 7,000 mg daily was associated with a 54 percent increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease. The researchers added that current guidelines for sodium consumption have been based upon shorter studies that showed only modest results. They also determined that daily consumption of 1,500-plus mg of potassium related to a significantly reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and earlier mortality. Consuming less than 1,500 mg was linked to increased risk.

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Guess Who’s Delivering Dinner A new service called Plated (Plated.com) is providing households the ability to prepare a fresh, homemade dinner without having to think about menu planning or grocery shopping. The ingredients arrive at the door in a biodegradable box, pre-portioned and ready to cook in 30 minutes. Customers browse a rotating menu of chefdesigned recipes on the Plated website and select their favorites each week, add the number of plates to the shopping cart and set a delivery date. For the price of subscription to the service, they receive a box with perfectly portioned ingredients and detailed cooking instructions. Based in New York City, Plated delivers its subscription boxes to 47 states, with plans to further expand in the next year. Source: Treehugger.com

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Batteries that Last 1,000 Years A group of Swedish researchers has discovered an unconventional way to give new life to rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which power everything from iPhones to electric cars, using pine resin and alfalfa seeds. The researchers plan to take up to two years to improve the chemistry of the product, and claim that the recycled batteries could last up to 1,000 years, according to researcher David Brandell. It has been estimated that demand for the batteries from automobile manufacturers could explode up to 400 percent in the next six years. The researchers see the technology as a global antidote to current methods for recycling manufactured Li-ion batteries that are energy-intensive and require toxic materials to manufacture. Source: EnvironmentGuru.com

Greenwashing Conundrum Biodegradable Plastic Bags Are a Hoax

In 2010, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed recommendations for environmental marketing claims. The agency has sent warning letters to 15 marketers informing them that their claims may be deceptive, and requested more scientific evidence that plastic bags labeled as biodegradable, or “oxodegradable”, implying the bag will break down in time when exposed to oxygen, were true to the claim. Because many bags are dumped in the low-oxygen environment of a landfill, the FTC considers those advertised benefits as dubious. Joseph Greene, a professor at California State University, Chico, points out that oxodegradable should be amended to “oxofragmentable” to be more accurate, because the plastics just break into smaller and smaller pieces. Chemically, they don’t break down into anything less hazardous. In fact, if these plastic bags disintegrate in the ocean, the fragments will be about the right size for sea creatures to mistake them for plankton. Source: Rabble.ca

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The Aloha State enjoys a year-round growing season, with multiple harvests annually. Last year, the Hawaiian island of Kauai passed genetically modified organism (GMO) farming restrictions, but they were overturned in court. Now, Maui County, which includes the Hawaiian islands of Maui, Lanai and Molokai, has approved a moratorium on the cultivation of genetically modified crops. The majority of Monsanto’s GMO corn seed sold to farmers in Argentina, Brazil and the U.S. comes from its Maui operation. If the law stands, Monsanto and Dow AgroSciences, another biotech firm with operations in Maui County, will need to seek alternatives. Lawsuits have already been filed by both opponents of the ban and proponents that want rigorous enforcement built in. Michael Lilly, former attorney general of Hawaii, expects the new law to be struck down like the previous Kauai attempt on grounds that state law supersedes it, although appeals in that case are underway. Meanwhile, an injunction has stalled the whole process. The message from anti-GMO forces is that although giant firms have deep pockets and many options, staunch determination to stem the tide of GMO crops worldwide may eventually bear the sweet fruit of victory. Source: Grist

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2014 Global Peace Index The world has become less peaceful over the last seven years, according to the 2014 Global Peace Index. It measures peace in 162 countries according to 22 indicators that gauge both the absence and fear of violence. This is the seventh year the index has been produced. Results from the 2014 Global Peace Index show that since 2008, 111 countries have deteriorated in levels of peace, while 51 increased. Europe retains its position as the most peaceful region, with 14 of the top 20 most peaceful countries. The world has become significantly less peaceful over the last year, mainly due to a rise in terrorist activity, conflicts being fought, and refugees and other displaced people. As for the human toll, 500 million people live in countries at risk of instability and conflict, 200 million of whom live below the poverty line. The global economic impact of violence reached $9.8 trillion last year, equal to twice the total gross domestic product of Africa. Visit VisionOfHumanity.org to explore the interactive peace map and download the report. Watch a video at Tinyurl.com/ GlobalPeaceVideo.

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or many people, January signifies change. It’s the time when New Year’s resolutions kick into high gear, whether to get fit, get happy or just get moving with plans and goals. The common denominator in many resolutions is a desire to reduce stress, which, as numerous studies have shown, contributes to a host of ailments. Active relaxation is an effective way to reduce stress. The practice dates back thousands of years all around the world. In Finland, people use the sauna to relax, while Russians have the bayna and Native Americans have sweat lodges. Mexicans use the temasle, Japanese visit the black sauna, and people in Turkey make use of the hamman. All of these traditional rooms are designed to help people relax and heal. “I’ve had the great fortune to travel worldwide and experience firsthand the healing benefits of relaxation and detoxification,” says Christine Raffa, owner of Raffa Yoga and Urban Sweat, in Cranston, Rhode Island. “Many recorded cultures have documented rituals and gathering places for social interaction that involve relaxation and ways to detoxify and cleanse the body.” Raffa says that the various healing rooms serve a unique purpose. For

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instance, a room filled with Himalayan rock salt can reawaken energy in a person’s body by releasing negative ionization. The salt gets its pink color from being deeply encased in the Earth, where it is not exposed to environmental factors or climate change. “This salt is said to be up to 250,000 years old, based on where it is mined in Pakistan,” Turmeric Room

Raffa notes. “Proper salt levels help to stabilize metabolism, bodily functions and blood pressure.” Another great detoxifier is charcoal, commonly used in medical settings to treat accidental poisonings and drug overdoses. Raffa says that the substance can be useful for everyone in specialized saunas. “A Black Charcoal Sauna heated to 160 degrees pulls heavy metals from muscles and provides deep therapeutic release,” she says. “It also awakens your cardiovascular system and sense of well-being.” While turmeric is best known for adding flavor to food, Raffa says that this Asian spice is known for it’s anti-inflammatory properties and health benefits. “A yellow tumeric room heated at one hundred and forty degrees is believed to help increase metabolism and circulation and lower blood pressure. It can also provide excellent penetration to soothe achy muscles and fatigue.” During cold winter months, many feel the effects of colds, sinus and respiratory issues. One natural cure is eucalyptus, and a heated steam room infused with this oil can literally breathe new life into a person. “When you reemerge from a eucalyptus steam room, your body is deeply moisturized and your lungs are revitalized and refreshed,” says Raffa. “Alternatively, a visit to the hamman warms the core.” Raffa Yoga also features an Oceanic Relaxation room filled with salt from the Dead Sea, long known for its ability to detoxify the body. “The high magnesium level is healthy for proper nutrient absorption in the small intestines and a shining glow on the skin from detoxification and exfoliation,” Raffa says. “The dead sea salt can also therapeutically calm the nervous system.” Heated healing rooms can help people practice the art of active relaxation. Achieving a state of rest, experts say, is a great way to begin making good on all of those New Year’s resolutions. Raffa Yoga is located at 19 Sharpe Dr., in Cranston, RI. For more information, call 401-463-3335 or visit RaffaYoga.com. See ads on pages 3 & 37. Laura Clarizio is a broadcast journalist and children’s book author of the series If I Had A Magic Carpet.

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ealthy fun is coming to the Rhode Island Flower Show from February 19 to 22, at the Convention Center, in Providence, as a network of organizations committed to environmental education come together to present A Garden Edventure, an interactive garden where families can play, create and explore while learning the benefits of getting outside and back to nature. The network and the Rhode Island Environmental Education Association (RIEEA), recognize that interaction with nature is important for the physical, mental and emotional health of children and adults. Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children spend an average of seven hours a day looking at a screen. Adults spend an average of eight hours a day. Studies have shown that excessive media use can lead to attention problems, school difficulties, sleep and eating disorders, and obesity. Gardening is one simple, low-cost remedy that gets both children and adults

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outdoors. It eases stress, improves strength and flexibility, reduces depression and provides better nutrition. It is an activity that is enjoyable, productive and educational. Gardening is ideal for teaching environmental literacy because it incorporates the circle of seasons, the cycles of life, climate variations and ecological balance, as well as the biology, chemistry and physics that make life possible. The No Child Left Inside Act (NCLI) of 2011, co-sponsored by Senator Reed of Rhode Island, was created to increase environmental literacy among students by encouraging and providing assistance to states for the development and implementation of environmental literacy

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plans and promoting professional development for teachers on how to integrate environmental literacy and field experiences into their instruction. RIEEA members designed the interactive garden for the Flower Show to inspire parents and teachers with actionable ideas. The majority of materials used are re-purposed and native, illustrating that everyday items can be transformed into garden elements with just a little bit of creativity. Upon entering the garden, children can climb through an eight foot tunnel, made from a section of plastic culvert tubing that was destined for the landfill. The Wood-Pawcatuck Watershed Association got hold of the tubing to cover with sod and landscape with plantings and rocks. Four additional play areas will surround the tunnel garden. The first is a Fairy House area. The Providence Parks Urban Wildlife Refuge Partnership is creating a life-sized fairy house out of recycled pallets. Families can explore inside this structure and then go outside to construct their own fairy houses from natural materials such as sticks and leaves. Roger Williams Park Zoo is coordinating efforts on two other play areas, Fort Building and Nature Art. The fourth area will be a Sensory Garden constructed from recycled tires. It will feature herbs, flowers and vegetables, selected to delight the senses. Rhode Island Families in Nature (RIFIN) will be using various sized tires to create several tire creatures to add a touch of whimsy, and Rhode Island College is constructing benches from recycled pallets for visitors to sit while their children play. Outside the garden and up on the fifth floor of the Convention Center, families will find the Kids Adventure Zone, where ongoing self-guided activities and scheduled presentations will be happening. RIFIN and Netwalking are co-creating a Flower Show Scavenger Hunt. The Girl Scouts will have an interactive

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table highlighting their garden, flower and nature activities. Audubon will host a Nature Discovery Table and Save the Bay will display some Touch Tanks. The Flower Show is offering a full schedule of RIEEA presentations during the four days, beginning on Thursday with Storywalker Wendy Fachon, Roger Williams Zoo’s Nature Habitats Zoomobile, more storytelling by the Norman Bird Sanctuary and Audubon’s live Owl Presentation. Everyday promises new adventures for families looking to connect more closely with nature during the winter school vacation

break. Beyond good fun, this is a tremendous opportunity for Rhode Islanders to learn how to get involved with one or two of the many environmental organizations that are working together to create a healthier, happier Rhode Island. Perhaps this is matchmaking at its finest—getting people into healthy, infatuating relationships with nature.

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Happily Coupled Creating Loving Relationships that Thrive by Judith Fertig

“To be fully seen by somebody… and be loved anyhow— this is a human offering that can border on miraculous.” ~ Elizabeth Gilbert

t the conclusion of her bestselling memoir, Eat Pray Love, author Elizabeth Gilbert had fallen in love with Jose Nunes (called Felipe in the book), a Brazilian living in Indonesia. The divorced Gilbert, reluctant to have her heart broken again, had vowed never to remarry… yet ultimately changed her mind when U.S. immigration law presented her with multiple choices: marry so they could live together in this country, stay single and live as ex-pat partners or say goodbye to Nunes. Gilbert chose a marital partnership that suits the shared life they want: honest and, after years of travel, settled in one place. She says, “For the first time in my life, living in a small town with a lovely husband in an old house with a big garden and several pets, I feel

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absolutely rooted in a way I have never experienced before and never would have imagined even desiring. But it is what we want—at least for now—and we’re relishing that stability.” Gilbert records the process of going from two global wanderers falling in love to a married couple sharing domestic chores in her follow-up memoir, Committed: A Love Story.

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The spark that ignites such a partnership is love, which is “primarily about connection,” says Barbara Fredrickson, Ph.D., a positivity expert and author of Love 2.0: How Our Supreme Emotion Affects Everything We Feel, Think, Do, and Become. “It’s vital to our health and happiness, affecting our brains and

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bodies at the cellular level. “We were born to love,” emphasizes Fredrickson, who also serves as a psychology professor and director of the Positive Emotions and Psychophysiology Laboratory at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. “The evidence comes from research that shows how our brain and nervous system are designed to enhance our chances of experiencing it.” When we share positive emotions with another person, experience a synchrony between their biochemistry and behaviors and ours, plus exhibit mutual care, love can bloom, whether we stay happily single or decide to pursue a committed relationship. She calls this triple-action sequence “positivity resonance”. Love, she observes, is less a smooth, solid path than momentary experiences of connection.

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The more areas of connection we have with our partners, the more opportunities we have to positively resonate every day, adds Frederickson. Thomas G. Plante, Ph.D., a psychology professor at California’s Santa Clara University and adjunct clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine, agrees. “Long-term relationships, like marriages, are partnerships in living,” according to Plante. “The vast majority of the time couples are together they’re not having hot sex, but are sharing a practical day-to-day life together.” Shared activities aren’t always exciting or glamorous. Raising children, working, managing a home, cooking and cleaning, shopping, being with friends and family and the rest of regular daily living is where the rubber meets the road in relationship satisfaction, observes Plante. “If couples aren’t compatible in these areas, then the connection and attraction will inevitably atrophy, tensions emerge and too often, relationships fracture and fall apart.” Compatibility means different things to different people, and requirements can change as individuals in a romantic partnership change over time. Compatibility also means agreement that the relationship is worth the effort to nurture and sustain it.

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Five couples in different stages of loving partnerships share how they make their special relationships work. The key to them all is shared values. Doing everything together. For newlyweds Drs. Josh and Chelsea Axe, of Nashville, Tennessee, a mutual commitment to vigorous wellness and physical fitness keeps them together. Says Josh, “The healthy lifestyle I have chosen to live is so important that I need someone who is able to not just agree, but also partner with me.” Married in 2012, the two chiropractic physicians went on to co-found the BurstFIT interval training program and meld their professional, as well as personal, lives. Chelsea notes, “There is truth to the phrase, ‘Couples that sweat together, stay together.’ When working out together, you share a specific energy you create while pushing yourself to your mental and physical limits. You have your partner right there doing it alongside you, knowing they’re supporting you; so when you each break through a mental or physical barrier in your workout, you step over together into a strength and confidence that carries over into your marriage. Being a part of each other’s goals and the struggles to reach them unifies us.” Remarks Josh, “I feel like we can both be successful individually, but when we’re a team, the outcome is synergistic.”

“Seventy-five to 80 percent of all chemistry evaporates within six to eight months unless the relationship is significantly undergirded by deeper and more durable compatibility.” ~Neil Clarke Warren Chelsea adds, “It’s never a mindset of ‘me.’ It’s always ‘us.’” Balancing work and play. Barbara and Bob Unell, of Leawood, Kansas, dated as teenagers,

went their separate ways in college and then found each other again in their early 20s. “We went on a blind date in 1968 and both belted out songs on the car radio,” recalls Barbara. “I thought he had a great sense of humor and was fun to be with. All these years later, it feels like we’re still dating. We’re crazy about each other.” Both Barbara and Bob describe themselves as enthusiastic, playful, entrepreneurial, altruistic and geared toward creative projects, whether undertaken together or separately. “We’re both, ‘Let’s try this,’ sort of people,” says Barbara with a laugh. When the Unells had twins, now grown, they realized there was no national publication addressing how to parent multiples, so they launched Twins magazine in 1984. Bob founded and managed an advertising agency while Barbara wrote bestselling parenting books, but the whole family traveled together on her speaking engagements. In response to becoming a breast cancer survivor, Barbara founded the nonprofit Back in the Swing in 2000 to support survivorship care at cancer centers. When they needed additional staff, Bob joined the team in 2009. One of the biggest things that Barbara has learned from Bob is, “You can make work fun.” “Although we come from different backgrounds, Bob and I know the power of mutual respect, trust and kindness,” reflects Barbara. “Part of our connection

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is that we have shared They make the “Marriages based on history and never take geographic separaa mutual desire to each other for granted.” tion work despite its Making longserve and inspire grow inherent long-disdistance work. Lisa tance complications continually in richness via consistent comEkus, who runs the full-service culinary and beauty, and are munication, saying talent agency The good morning and a benediction to all Lisa Ekus Group, good night every day in Hatfield, Massawho know of them.” by phone and texting chusetts, had been often. They hold ~ Meher Baba married twice and regular agent/author already raised her two meetings to make children when she met Atlanta Chef professional plans and personal calenVirginia Willis. They got to know each dar meetings at least weekly, recognizother through culinary events and to ing and respecting what is important to their surprise, fell in love. Over the past each of them. six years they’ve evolved a relationship Bridging the age gap. Karen and that works for them—keeping a deep Dick Eagle, from St. Louis, Missouri, are personal connection, but maintaining 16 years apart in age, but are close in separate residences. the ways that count. Both are strong Cookbook author Willis gardens, minded and still vie to get their own develops recipes and writes for her Food way even after 30 years of marriage. Network blog, “Down Home Comfort,” “We argue over the stupidest things, at Ekus’ New England compound in and then resolve our disagreements the summers; Ekus travels to the South and realize how good we have it,” says during cold months. They also meet up Karen. as often as they can at conferences, food What first attracted them to each and wine festivals and other events durother—and keeps them together—is ing the rest of the year. a love of playful fun and good times “We are both smart, professional with friends. Karen remarks, “I knew women who love what we do, have Dick was ‘the one’ when he jumped strong ethics and a high level of self-ex- flat-footed over a wingback chair at a pectation in how we work,” says Ekus. friend’s house. That showed me that he “We are also best friends and work was young at heart.” together professionally. The respect we Making ends meet. Eleven years have for each other and our work is ago, when family therapist Susan Frankinstrumental in our relationship.” lin lost her husband, Michael, a univer “We often joke sity college professor, she felt about the North/ bereft and overwhelmed. South, fast/slow The pair had owned cultural difference,” a country propEkus notes. “I’m more erty near Cleveland, spontaneous; Virginia Ohio, where they is more thoughtful boarded horses. in her responses. Susan realized, “I I tend to move couldn’t keep up fast and focus with everything on checking on my own,” and off items, while Jake Marshall, a Virginia is more musician friend of about the jourMichael’s, offered ney and being in to help. Over time, the moment. It often Susan and Jake bemakes us each take came close, and they stock and consider what now live together. we’re Although Jake is a doing and saying.” great supporter in

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Archangel Raphael is most commonly known as The Angel of Healing. Whether healing from a broken heart, releasing unhealthy relationships of the past, or mending an existing relationship, Archangel Raphael is the best angel to guide individuals through the healing process. A good invocation is: “Archangel Raphael, please assist me in healing my [broken heart, past relationships, or existing relationship]. Help me clearly see the lessons I need to learn so that I am free to experience true love for my best and highest good. Thank you.” Then visualize being surrounded in his emerald green healing light.

aintaining and attracting happy, healthy relationships can be like riding a wooden roller coaster at an amusement park; the ride can be both exhilarating and unnerving, requiring one to hold on tight during the bumpy highs and lows. There are many different types of relationships: those with parents, siblings, friends and co-workers, among others. Archangels can assist individuals in their quest to find and embrace true love as well as help improve existing relationships. The Archangels are formed from the highest vibration of unconditional love. These non-physical beings, often referred to as guardian angels, are powerful guides that can help on a daily basis. They offer love and support each day; therefore, everyone can benefit from their assistance. The Archangels are eager to assist, but they abide by the Law of Free Will and cannot intervene unless asked. For that reason, the more someone asks for their assistance, the more they can bring the peace, comfort and joy that is desired. Several Archangels assist with healing or attracting healthy soul mate relationships:

Archangel Chamuel is known as the Angel of Lost Things and The Angel of Peace. When someone’s journey toward true love leaves them feeling lost, alone and confused and asking, “I’ve been waiting for so long, how much longer?” or “I am ready to find my soul mate, where is he/she?”, Archangel Chamuel helps to bring peace to existing relationships and assists in bringing soul mates together. A good invocation is: “Archangel Chamuel, please light up my path so I clearly see the actions to take that will [lead me to my soul mate or bring peace to my current relationship]. Thank you.” Then visualize being surrounded in his mint green healing light.

Archangel Jophiel is known as The Angel of Beauty. When someone doesn’t feel cherished, important, or lovable, the Archangel Jophiel will assist in beautifying his/ her thoughts. It is crucial to feel good about one’s self when consciously trying to change a situation for the better. She can divinely shift negative, old beliefs into thinking more positively about the ability to attract true love or renew an existing relationship. A good invocation is:

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Archangel Ariel is known as The Angel of Courage, Strength and Confidence. She is brilliant at showing individuals how to manage and balance one’s busy schedule so that they are making time for family, friends, work, home and self. Archangel Ariel understands we live busy lives. She is terrific at giving reminders to make time for oneself in order to find the balance desired. Archangel Ariel gives the courage to lovingly set boundaries with others that take advantage of our time. She gives the strength and confidence to make necessary changes which in turn will help free up time for a relationship that resonates with one’s truest desires. A good invocation is: “Archangel Ariel, please stand by my side and help me manage my schedule so that I am enough for everyone, including myself. Thank You.” Then visualize being surrounded in her vibrant rose pink healing light.

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behavior in mice by switching their intestinal microbiota; anxious mice given the microbes of intrepid mice became braver, and vice versa. Another small study in the British Journal of Nutrition showed a decrease in depression and anxiety symptoms in volunteers taking probiotics for a month. Essentially, says Swift, “We have a brain in the belly,” which must be nourished by both prebiotics (soluble fiber) and probiotics (fermented food). “Fiber is the quintessential substance to feed the lovely community of bugs in the gut,” says Swift, “while fermented foods interact with resident bacteria and give them a boost.” She recommends a variety of vegetables as a primary source of fiber, especially legumes, along with fruits, nuts, cheese and the occasional gluten-free whole grain. Probiotic foods include fermented vegetables, kefir, yogurt with live active cultures and apple cider vinegar.

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dvertisements for antidepressants abound, yet a recent analysis in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that the benefits of treating mildly or moderately depressed individuals with these drugs “may be minimal or nonexistent” compared with a placebo. Most physicians agree that at least part of the prevention of and recovery from depression can be addressed through diet. “Every molecule in the brain begins as food,” says Dr. Drew Ramsey, author of The Happiness Diet and assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. “Food choice is the biggest puzzle piece patients have under their control.” Ramsey describes the modern American diet as being overwhelmed with highly processed foods, refined carbohydrates, omega-6 fats and sugar. His food philosophy serves as an overall prescription for mental health: “Eat food that comes from farms and not factories; simple, recognizable human food.”

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Registered Dietitian Kathie Swift, an integrative clinical nutritionist in Lennox, Massachusetts, and author of The Swift Diet, agrees that food is powerful medicine. She recommends a balanced, flexitarian diet founded on plants, but including high-quality, animal-sourced foods. Just shifting our processed-foods to whole-foods ratio yields an improved mood, Swift says, which continues to motivate dietary change.

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Recent science suggests a deeper meaning to the “gut feeling” adage. Bacteria in the gut and neurochemicals in the brain communicate intimately and bidirectionally via the vagus nerve, explains Swift. Altering the gut’s microbial population, whether from chronic stress, antibiotic overuse or nutritional deficiencies, can change brain chemistry and thereby influence mood, mental clarity and sleep, she says. In 2013, Canadian researchers altered both the neurochemicals and

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Most psychiatric medications target feel-good neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine, says Ramsey, but the body also manufactures these chemicals naturally during the methylation cycle, a B-vitamin-dependent neurological process. “B vitamins are superstars of the brain,” Ramsey says. “Think of them as lubrication for the brain’s gears.” Folate, or vitamin B9 is particularly important to healthy nervous system functioning. A meta-analysis of 15,000 people reported in the Journal of Epidemiology associated low folate with a higher risk of depression. Dark leafy greens like kale, spinach and Swiss chard are high in B vitamins, as are beets, eggs, lentils, beans and whole grains; helpful fruits include papaya, avocado and berries.

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“It’s a horrible notion that fat is bad,” says Ramsey. Swift agrees, noting, “We need a major renovation and reeducation of this important neuro-nutrient.” The integrity of a neuron cell membrane, which Swift describes as “a beautiful and fluid layer of lipids,” is crucial for brain health because it dictates communication among neurotransmitters. “The fat we eat becomes the fat of our cell membranes,” she says. “So nourish your

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rief can arrive suddenly with the death of a loved one, serious illness, loss of a job, parental dementia or decaying relationship. In any case, it takes a toll. “Grief encompasses all of our thoughts and feelings. Mourning is when we put them into action by talking, crying, perhaps doing rituals,” explains Tracy Riley, a licensed clinical social worker and grief counselor in Jacksonville, Florida. “Grief isn’t something that’s over when you wake up one day,” Riley counsels. “It’s ridiculous when an employer gives you three days off and then expects everything to be fine.” She notes that time helps heal all wounds, but even a decade after losing a loved one, the pain can remain and life is never the same, although most of us learn to live with loss and move forward. “Some things can’t be fixed,” concludes Megan Devine, a psychotherapist in Portland, Oregon, and author of the audio book, When Everything is Not Okay, who blogs at RefugeInGrief. com. After witnessing the drowning death of her fiancé, she says, “I didn’t need to hear platitudes that everything would be OK. I needed something solid to hold onto when my whole world exploded.”

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An unexpected death and any emotional shock is an extreme stressor that causes the adrenal glands to release a flood of adrenaline. Tina Erwin, La Mesa, California author of The Lightworker’s Guide to Healing Grief, explains, “If you get a shock when someone close to you dies, your adrenal glands are blown out almost instantly and you are overwhelmed with adrenaline, much like we often see in people with post-traumatic stress disorder. You need to rebalance your body chemistry.” Intense grief can sometimes show up as chest pain, a classic sign of heart attack, due to a temporary disruption of the heart’s normal pumping action from a surge in stress hormones, according to the National Institutes of Health. Yet Imperial College London scientists now have found that a recognizable “broken heart syndrome” may temporarily protect the heart from being overwhelmed with adrenaline. “Healing the physical side of grief ultimately helps healing on an emotional level, too,” says Erwin. To assist herself following the death of her 6-yearold niece from a sudden infection, she uses several Bach flower remedies for trauma—Rescue Remedy, to rebalance

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Riley views art and music therapy, plus journaling (a “personal roadmap” that helps chart her progress), as powerful healing tools. She’s also seen firsthand how animals can play a key role through the mourning process. Her miniature schnauzer intuitively approaches her clients that are anxious and grieving and gives them permission to pet him. “It puts people at ease,” she says. “Then they can talk more freely about their pain.” Numerous studies, starting in the 1980s, show that stroking a furry pet lowers blood pressure.

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For the bereaved (literally defined as “torn apart”), the symptoms of grief are meant to slow us down, advises Alan Wolfelt, Ph.D., director of the Center for Loss and Life Transition, in Fort Collins, Colorado, and author of numerous related books, including Understanding Your Grief: Ten Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart. Society expects bereaved people to “carry on, keep their chins up, be glad they had him/her as long as they did or else be grateful that our loved one’s pain is over”—all platitudes that are more hurtful than helpful, says Wolfelt. Mourning takes time, but it also requires a social context, he explains. “It’s the shared response to loss. If you isolate yourself, you are grieving, not mourning. You can’t do this on your own. It’s bigger than you.” For those that feel stuck or unable to move forward, experienced grief counselors may be able to help. Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous health books, including Ten Best Ways to Manage Stress. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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ix years ago, Sherry Salmons, of Oak Ridge, Illinois, was perplexed by her “glowing, smiling, energetic” neighbor that worked full time while raising three young children, yet never seemed drained. Finally, she asked: “What’s your secret?” The answer was a life-changing visit by Salmons to a nearby holistic fitness studio. Lucking into good recommendations can whittle down the multitude of choices available at 32,000 U.S. health clubs and studios, according to the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association. With the dual trends of niche studios and low-cost fitness centers fueling a diverse burst in workout options, club-seekers should apply their sleuthing skills before deciding on something that can prove so pivotal to their health. Clue #1: Location and hours. If a facility isn’t near home or work, people won’t go, says Jim White, an American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) health fitness specialist, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. “Our time is so valuable that going to the gym can’t be a hassle.” Check online and list nearby facilities and hours, scratching off any that aren’t open at convenient times. Clue #2: Know what you need. Some people have absolute necessities for fitness success. “For instance, avid swimmers need a pool,” says Grace DeSimone, an ACSM personal trainer in New York City. “That’s going to reduce their choices considerably.” Other non-negotiable provisions might be a yoga studio, indoor track or child care. Clue #3: Gym rat or newbie? A fitness facility that costs pennies a day might seem like an obvious choice, but not if our fitness level and knowledge are near zero. “A lot of people

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Clue #4: Take a test drive. Make use of trial periods and guest passes. “Get a feel for the culture,” says Chris Freytag, spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise and a personal trainer in Minneapolis, Minnesota. “People are more likely to stay motivated in an environment that inspires them and with people that motivate them,” Freytag says. During on-site visits, do we feel at home among kindred spirits our own age? Is the facility clean and secure? Clue #5: Look at the equipment. If the gym doesn’t have the equipment we want to use, whether it’s Pilates or TRX equipment, free weights or Kettlebells, then move on. A gym worth joining will have plenty of up-to-date equipment that follows the latest fitness trends and works properly, says White. Clue #6: Investigate the staff. Checking out the staff is key for those seeking specialized guidance, such as yoga, martial arts or personal training. Look for trainers and instructors available to help that are certified by a reputable program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies. Investigating key employees’ backgrounds, including acupuncturists and massage therapists, is crucial. Clue #7: Sign with caution. Avoid signing long-term, complicated contracts, which are rare these days, DeSimone counsels. “Don’t be overwhelmed by a high-pressured sales pitch; just stand your ground, because those people are at your service.” White recommends making sure the price includes expected services; feel free to negotiate, especially with initial fees. Understand all policies, especially cancellation clauses, and use a credit card, which is easier to correct if problems arise, adds DeSimone. Although Salmons was lucky, with her neighbor’s recommendation leading her to her perfect studio, people should investigate to find their ideal fit. “It starts when you walk in the door,” Salmons says about her attraction to The Balance Fitness Studio. “The space is open, exposed and it’s got this very clean, feng shui energy.” Not a traditional, iron-pumping, music-blasting gym fan, Salmons prefers Pilates, but participates in all of the studio’s offerings, including massage, acupuncture and nutrition classes. While finding the right club has boosted her fitness level, she notes that the real magic has come in the form of revitalized energy. “It’s changed me in all aspects of my life. When I leave, I feel mentally focused, emotionally balanced and refreshed. It’s kind of transformational.” Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health care and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at Debra Melani.com or DMelani@msn.com.

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sually taught as a workshop, The Yoga Studio of Blackstone River Valley is now offering restorative yoga as a weekly class from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m., Thursdays. This fourweek series, offered in February and again in March, will be particularly effective for students who have high stress jobs and/or lives, and would benefit from a steady integration of a restorative yoga practice on a weekly basis. Those who are recovering from serious illness are welcome to join the class, but are asked to speak first with both their personal doctor and with Kathryn Boger, RYT-500, studio owner and teacher of the class.

Boger has firsthand experience using restorative yoga poses during her recovery from gastric cancer. “In the beginning” she states, “a gentle restorative pose using cushions and blankets was all I could do as my energy was so depleted. Even at my lowest point, the yoga blessed me and gently filled me with a calm and abiding energy.” Individuals who are in caretaking roles will also benefit tremendously from this practice. Class size will be limited to ensure each student receives individual attention, so call ahead to reserve a space. Cost: $60/4 weeks. Location: 99 Pound Rd., Cumberland. For more information and to reserve a space, call 401-658-4802 or visit TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

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Goodbye, Friend and a Unitarian Universalist minister in Santa Fe, New Mexico, contends that the depth of the relationship that we develop with pets emerges from the time we spend with them every day—exercising, feeding, grooming and even sleeping with them. The relationship is pure and uncomplicated, and the pain of separation can be especially intense and profound. The challenge of pet loss is often complicated by the difficult decision to euthanize an aged or suffering animal. “One of the hardest things about having a dog is that sometimes you have to decide to end its life,” says Jon Katz, of upstate New York, a New York Times bestselling author of many books about dogs, including Going Home: Finding Peace When Pets Die. “Our job as pet owners is to be an advocate for our pets, making sure they do not suffer. Don’t poison the joy that you shared with your pet with guilt over your decisions,” he says. Katz recommends taking photos of pets and making intentional memories in the time leading up to parting to encourage closure. The same kind of rituals we use to honor and say goodbye to other family members can likewise help ease the pain of a pet’s passing. Owners can gather with loved ones and friends to celebrate the life of their pet with a burial ceremony or memorial. Kowalski likes adding meaningful words. His book includes a variety of readings that pet owners can use in their rituals taken from poems, literature, the Bible and other sacred texts. When a human friend or family member dies, compassion and empathy flows from everyone we meet, but many may not be aware of, or understand, the

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markyourcalendar Saturday, January 31 Finding Purpose with a Plan – 3-4:30pm. 4-part workshop: Jan 31, Feb 7, Feb 21 & Feb 28. Imagine your best life, then create it in this workshop. Plenty of personalized coaching will jump start your transformation. Class size is limited to 12; registration is required. $330/person, $220 for Synergy cardholder. LG Coaching at Synergy Power Yoga, 32 Bay Spring Ave, Barrington. 401-808-0851. LoriGiuttari.com.

Sunday, February 1 Sunny Sunday Class – 9:30-11am. Expand the heart with love and allow your heart to shine. Open the rib cage, shoulders, hips and chest feeling the expansion of love in your heart. With Jude Monteserrato. $18. Live Purna Yoga, 240 Columbia St, Wakefield. 401-439-5260. JudePurnaYoga.com. Imbolc Ceremony with Jill Frew, PhD – 3-4pm. Come celebrate the first opening of 2015: the inner child is lifted out of the waters of the cosmic sea, and the first real structures of the months ahead become visible. By donation. The Women’s Well, 934 E Main Rd, Portsmouth. 401-835-5683. TheWomensWell.com.

Monday, February 2 40 Days of Yoga & Mindfulness – 6:30-7:30pm. Immerse yourself in yoga and basic mindfulness practices to cultivate an enduring sense of peace and well being that is not dependent on outer circumstances. $350. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown Commons, Middletown. 401-849-3200.

Tuesday, February 3 Relaxation Meditation – 7-9pm. Join us for relaxation meditation. Discourse on topics to include methods, challenges and benefits followed by group meditation. In community room. $10/class, $30/4 classes. Inspired Living Coll, Bristol Harbor Inn, 259 Thames St, Bristol. RSVP Shari Bitsis: 401465-4249. ShariBitsis@gmail.com.

Thursday, February 5 Soul Writing Workshop – 6:30-8pm. Learn to activate the Voice of Spirit. Get out of your head and into your heart. The 1st class of a 4-part series ($67). $20/advance, $29/at door. The Empowerment Factory, 999 Main St, Studio 707, Pawtucket. 401-365-1010. TheEmpowermentFactory.org.

Friday, February 6 Past Lives and Soul Purpose: Discover Your Ultimate Potential in This Lifetime – 7-9pm. Learn how memories of your soul’s journey serve to inform you of your greater purpose: who you are meant to be in this lifetime and how you can best live your current life to the fullest. $35. All That Matters, 315 Main St, Wakefield. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.

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markyourcalendar NGH Certified Training Course – 9am-5pm. Thinking of a new career? Or want to enhance you current one? Think Hypnosis. Become part of one of the fastest growing industries. Course runs 4 alternate weekends. $2,200. Newport Center for Hypnotherapy, 123 Bellevue Ave, Newport. 401835-1736. NewportCenterForHypnotherapy.com. Inspire Change Today – 9:45-11am. Training, 11:15am-1pm. Patented, scientific breakthrough offers emerging business opportunity. Enhance your personal health and prosperity and improve the lives of others. Delicious Mexican food. Please support our host. Free; meal separate. Cancun Restaurant, 175 Putnam Pike, Johnston. RSVP, Leslie Haduch: 401-742-0512. Leslie@SixtyYoung.com.

Wednesday, February 4

Higher Place of Knowing with Hawk – 10am12pm. Hawk’s perspective will be yours as you shape-shift in meditation to fly with great skill and confidence. A teaching awaits you in the sky of endless possibilities. With Colleen Kelley. $15. Fireseed, 194 Waterman St, 3rd Fl, Providence. 401-924-0567. FireseedCenter.com.

Young Living Essential Oils Sharing Event – 5:30-7:30pm. Learn how to help your family stay happy, healthy and focused with Young Living Essential oils. Free. 360 Face Mind Body, 635 Arnold Rd, Coventry. To reserve a spot: 401-886-1938. 360FaceMindBody.com.

AngelTouch Healing Sessions – 10am-3pm. Call to RSVP for a time slot for a free half hour AngelTouch healing session to try this great healing modality. With Shari Bitsis. Free. Spirit of Agape, 32 Cole St, Warren. 401-465-4249. ShariBitsis@gmail.com.

Spiritual Comfort: Light Will Come – 7-8pm. We are ascending to the light. Learn why many things seem to be going wrong just now. Hear about the wondrous paradigm of the future offers us hope. By donation. The Women’s Well, 934 E Main Rd, Portsmouth. 401-835-5683. TheWomensWell.com.

Hindu Mythology with Coral Brown – 1-4pm. This story telling session will scratch the surface of the vast Hindu belief system and examines how the historical roots of yoga are directly connected to you, the modern day yogi. $39. All That Matters, 315 Main St, Wakefield. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.

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Songs for the Shift with Dave Chandler - 7:309:30pm. Inspiring concert to clarify our minds and release emotional blocks. Dave’s music will empower you to evolve and shift into a future of healing, strength and love. $25; $20 by February 1. The Heart Spot, 700 Greenville Ave, Johnston. 401-231-0081. TheHeartSpot.com.

Sunday, February 8 Sunny Sunday Class – 9:30-11am. Expand the heart with love and allow your heart to shine. Open the rib cage, shoulders, hips and chest feeling the expansion of love in your heart. With Jude Monteserrato. $18. Live Purna Yoga, 240 Columbia St, Wakefield. 401-439-5260. JudePurnaYoga.com. Sunday Morning Gong Meditation Group – 10am-1pm. Group viewing of a DVD on a topic about health and/or spirituality, followed by discussion, then meditation and ending with a relaxing gong bath. Bring a mat/pillow/blanket. With Gongs of Joy. $10 donation requested. Village Wellness Center, 422 Post Rd, Warwick. 401-258-3952. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com.

Monday, February 9 A Yoga Night Out: Yoga and Painting – 4-8pm. With Amy Hagan and Mel Fox Olsen. Begin at 4pm with a basic yoga practice with Amy that incorporates the 7 chakras through lecture and asanas (poses). After class, head next door to Phil’s restaurant where Mel Fox Olson will guide you through a painting that brings your yoga experience of the chakras to the canvas. $70. All That Matters, 315 Main St, Wakefield. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.

Tuesday, February 10 Tarot with Cris at DiMare’s – 4-9pm. Tarot is back at DiMare’s for 2015. Discover your future while enjoying a great meal. Go to DiMare Seafood Market and Restaurant on facebook to reserve your spot. $35/20 min. DiMare Restaurant, 2706 S Co Trail, East Greenwich. 401-885-8100. TheWomensWell.com. Cosmic Connections – 7-9pm. Come and discuss numerous areas of interest and experiences including ET guides, telepathy, cosmic beings, awakening innate abilities, divine origins, Earth ascension and more. $5. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose Street, East Providence. SpiritualistChurchRI.com. Dream Circle – 7-9pm. Reconnect with your dreams and awaken to a whole new world. Join us to explore your dreams thru dream re-entry, dream theater and more in a fun, supportive environment. With David Barr and Katharine Rossi. $15. Fireseed, 194 Waterman St, 3rd Fl, Providence. 401-9240567. Info@FireseedCenter.com.

Wednesday, February 11 Ascended Masters Class – 6-7pm. Come learn about who the Ascended Masters are and how to incorporate their teachings and wisdom into your everyday life. $20. Ascension NXT, 1675 Cranston St, Cranston. 401-228-8348. AscensionNXT.com.

markyourcalendar Calling in the One – 6-7:30pm. Coaching journey to find your true beloved and new, thriving relationships. This is intended to support you in calling in the love of your life. Tickets available on Eventbrite in advance. $10/advance, $15/at door. The Miraculous Spring at The Empowerment Factory, 999 Main St, Pawtucket. 774-264-9492. Guided Meditation Night – 6:30-8pm. Guided meditation is used to help increase relaxation by creating joyful, happy images in the mind. Come relax, renew and energize. All learning levels are welcome. With Gladys Ellen. $10. Heavenly Hugs, 917 Warwick Ave, 2nd Fl, Warwick. 401-935-8451. Heavenly-Hugs.com.

Thursday, February 12 Awakening Through Drum Healing – 10am12pm. Have you had a situation where you haven’t felt the same since? You may have experienced power and/or soul loss. Shamanic drum healing returns parts to self removes energetic blocks and restored harmony. Group format. $35/person. 150 Adirondack Dr, East Greenwich. To register, Paul: 401-736-6500 or Paul@Energy-N-Elements.com. Young Living Essential Oils Sharing Event – 5:30-7:30pm. Learn how to help your family stay happy, healthy and focused with Young Living Essential oils. 360 Face Mind Body, 635 Arnold Rd, Coventry. To reserve a spot: 401-886-1938. 360FaceMindBody.com. Meridians, Meditation & Reiki – 6:30-7:30pm. Kerri Sloat, CYI, Reiki MT, facilitates specific stretches to activate the meridians; followed by a guided meditation. Lastly, while in shavasana, Reiki healing is shared. $15. Beloved: a yoga practice, 235 High St, 2nd Fl, Bristol. 401-787-8877. BelovedAYogaPractice@gmail.com. Soul Writing Workshop – 6:30-8pm. Learn to activate the Voice of Spirit. Get out of your head and into your heart. The 2nd class of a 4-part series ($67). $20/advance, $29/at door. The Empowerment Factory, 999 Main St, Studio 707, Pawtucket. 401-365-1010. TheEmpowermentFactory.org.

Friday, February 13 Second Friday Gong Bath – 7-8:30pm. Feel relaxed and blissful as Joy and A.Michelle surround you with the healing sounds of the gongs, bowls and drums to relieve your stress. Bring a mat, pillow and blanket. $20/pre-registered, $25/at door. Village Wellness Center, 422 Post Rd, Warwick. 401-258-3952. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com. Awakening Through Drum Healing – 7-9pm. Have you had a situation where you haven’t felt the same since? You may have experienced power and/ or soul loss. Shamanic drum healing returns parts to self removes energetic blocks and restored harmony. Group format. $35/person. 150 Adirondack Dr, East Greenwich. To register, Paul: 401-736-6500 or Paul@Energy-N-Elements.com.

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Relax and Restore: Slow Yoga and Qigong – 9:30am-12pm. With Ken Nelson and Lesli Lang. Relaxation happens naturally when you stop creating tension. Refresh yourself with gentle, easy-to-learn practices that create wellbeing and restore wholeness. $45. All That Matters, 315 Main St, Wakefield. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.

Young Living Essential Oils Sharing Event – 11am-1pm. Learn how to help your family stay happy, healthy and focused with Young Living Essential oils. 360 Face Mind Body, 635 Arnold Rd, Coventry. To reserve a spot: 401-886-1938. 360FaceMindBody.com.

Self Care Saturday – 10am-4pm. Treat yourself to the physical, mental and spiritual healing you deserve. Chair massage, reflexology, chiropractic, Reiki, psychic and angel readings, akashic records and more. $20/15 mins. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence. SpiritualistChurchRI.com. Ayurvedic Cranio-Sacral Therapy – 12-6pm. A gentle, kinesthetic modality that can analyze, measure and realign the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system, comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. $155. SAMA, Middletown. 877-832-1372. TheNewportMassageSchool.com. Joy Of Meditation Workshop – 1-3pm. Meditation is a natural process, easier than you think, very joyful and peaceful. We start from the beginning, no previous experience necessary. Yogananda’s techniques. $20 plus piece of fruit. Ananda Hopkinton, 40 Collins Rd, Hopkinton. 401-524-4766. AnandaRhodeIsland.org. Couples Bodywork: Thai for Two – 2-5pm. With Ken Nelson and Lesli Lang. Enjoy a deeper sense of intimacy together and appreciation for each other. Couples bodywork derives its power from yoga, Thai massage, shiatsu and meditation. $75. All That Matters, 315 Main St, Wakefield. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com. Second Saturday Gong Event – 7-8:30pm. Joy and A.Michelle play gongs, bowls, drums; Shawn plays crystal bowls; Kim does energy healing. Find relaxation and bliss as the healing sounds relieve your stress. $25/pre-registered, $30/at door. Providence Power Yoga, 51 Bassett St, Providence. 401-258-3952. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com.

Sunday, February 15 Mediumship Basic Training Workshop – 9:30am6pm. This workshop explores the different means by which one can receive and transmit information from the spirit world for self healing and to assist others in healing. With Gladys Ellen. $200 includes certificate. Heavenly Hugs, 917 Warwick Ave, 2nd Fl, Warwick. 401-935-8451. Heavenly-Hugs.com. Intro to Eastern Cupping – 12-6pm. Cupping is an ancient Eastern method of relieving pain and detoxifying congested areas of the body. This is also effective in removing cellulite and smoothing out rippled skin. $125. SAMA, Middletown. 877-832-1372. TheNewportMassageSchool.com. Valentine Couples Massage Workshop – 2-4:30pm. Your hands are medicine containing the love of your heart. Learn massage technique, integrated with gentle meditation, and warm cacao to deepen your connection. $85/couple; $65/early registration. The Women’s Well, 934 E Main Rd, Portsmouth. 401-835-5683. TheWomensWell.com.

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Tuesday, February 17 Shamanic Journey Group – 7-8:45pm. Journey to a live drum as you practice modern applications of this ancient technique. Gain insight and understanding about yourself, your relationships and the world. With Katharine Rossi. $10. Fireseed, 194 Waterman St, 3rd Fl, Providence. 401-924-0567. Katharine@SacredStream.org. Relaxation Meditation – 7-9pm. Join us for relaxation meditation. Discourse on topics to include methods, challenges and benefits followed by group meditation. In community room. $10/class, $30/4 classes. Inspired Living Coll, Bristol Harbor Inn, 259 Thames St, Bristol. RSVP, Shari Bitsis: 401-465-4249. ShariBitsis@gmail.com.

Thursday, February 19 Storytime at the Flower Show – 11am-12pm. Storywalker Wendy Fachon shares wild garden tales and signs copies of her book, The Angel Heart, a magical story about a flower. One of many scheduled activities. Free after entry. Rhode Island Flower & Garden Show, Convention Center, Providence. FlowerShow.com. Soul Writing Workshop – 6:30-8pm. Learn to activate the Voice of Spirit. Get out of your head and into your heart. The 3rd class of a 4-part series ($67). $20/advance, $29/at door. The Empowerment Factory, 999 Main St, Ste 707, Pawtucket. 401-365-1010. TheEmpowermentFactory.org. Planning Your Wedding – 7-8:30pm. Congratulations! Deborah Faith will guide your plans for your whole wedding. Bring your planning binder, have fun, and see your dream wedding take form. Free. Warwick Public Library, 600 Sandy Ln, Warwick. 401-739-5440. DeborahCFaith.com/DeborahsServices/Workshops.

Friday, February 20 Tea & Chat - 8:30-10am. An informal gathering of people coming together to meet, share and exchange ideas. Join us and start your day out right!. Tickets on Eventbrite. The Empowerement Factory, 999 Main St, Suite 707, Pawtucket. TheEmpowermentFactory.org. Third Friday Gong Bath – 7-8:30pm. Feel your stress melt away as Joy and A.Michelle surround you with the healing sounds of gongs, Tibetan and crystal singing bowls, bells and chimes. Bring mat/pillow/ blanket. $20/pre-registered, $25/at door. Gongs of Joy at Heart of Peace Dale, 1070 Kingstown Rd, Palisades Mill Complex, Bldg 9, Peace Dale. 401-258-3952. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com.

Saturday, February 21 Intuitive Flow for Women – 10am-12pm. A sacred movement and bodywork workshop for women exploring the body through meditation, breath work, intuitive movement, yoga, fitness, dance and self massage. $25. The Women’s Well, 934 E Main Rd, Portsmouth. 401-835-5683. TheWomensWell.com.

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Wednesday, February 25 Relief From Winter Coughs – 6-7pm. Join Mary Santoro for a horehound cough syrup making workshop. Learn about the benefits of horehound syrup, how to grow horehound and how to create healthy cough syrup. $15/person with a sample. New Dawn Earth Center, 75 Wrentham Rd, Cumberland. 401-333-1341. MercyEcology.org.

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Thursday, February 26 How to Massage Your Newborn – 10-11:30am. Together with your baby, learn simple tips and techniques that are safe and simple that help promote sleep, motor skills, relieve gas pain and more. Perfect for new moms and dads, baby sitters, nannies, caregivers for your newborn. $10 for supplies. The Lincoln Public Library, 145 Old River Rd, Lincoln. Pre-registration required, Judy Antonelli, LMT: 401-247-2220. ATouchOfHealthRI.com. Empath Support Group – 6-7pm. Are you sensitive to energy? Do you feel what others are projecting and even take it on yourself? You may be an empath. Come learn techniques to cope with this gift. Free. Ascension NXT, 1675 Cranston St, Cranston. 401-228-8348. AscensionNXT.com. Soul Writing Workshop – 6:30-8pm. Learn to activate the Voice of Spirit. Get out of your head and into your heart. The 4th class of a 4-part series ($67). $20/ advance, $29/at door. The Empowerment Factory, 999 Main St, Ste 707, Pawtucket. 401-365-1010. TheEmpowermentFactory.org. Reiki Healers Circle – 6:30-8:30pm. Support for Usui Reiki Practitioners of all levels. Join us for an evening of meditation, conversation and giving/ receiving Reiki. Come relax, renew and energize. With Gladys Ellen. $10. Heavenly Hugs, 917 Warwick Ave, 2nd Fl, Warwick. 401-935-8451. Heavenly-Hugs.com.

Friday, February 27 Awakening Through Drum Healing – 7-9pm. Have you had a situation where you haven’t felt the same since? You may have experienced power and/ or soul loss. Shamanic drum healing returns parts to self removes energetic blocks and restored harmony. Group format. $35/person. 150 Adirondack Dr, East Greenwich. To register, Paul: 401-736-6500 or Paul@Energy-N-Elements.com. Fourth Friday Gong Bath – 7:30-9pm. Feel relaxed and blissful as Joy and A.Michelle surround you with the healing sounds of the gongs, bowls and drums to relieve your stress. Bring a mat, pillow and blanket. $20/pre-registered, $25/at door. Gongs of Joy at Breathing Time Yoga, 541 Pawtucket Ave, Pawtucket. 401-258-3952. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com.

Saturday, February 28 Usui Reiki 1st Degree Certification – 9:30am4:30pm. Learn what energy healing is, the history, hand positions of Reiki and the benefits attributed to the practice. Course materials, certificate and attunement included. $150 includes lunch. Angel Whispers Rhode Island, Angel Whispers Serenity Space, North Kingstown. Address provided with registration: 401-741-2278. Holistic Hormone Solutions Workshop – 10am12pm. Do you have low energy, sleeplessness, hot flashes, low libido, mood swings, foggy brain or weight gain? Is this new? Are you 35-50? Chances are it is hormones. $39. In Pure Harmony, Fireseed Center, 194 Waterman St, 3rd Fl, Providence. 401-527-0281. Tracey@InPureHarmony.com.

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Meridian Yoga Theory & Practice Intro – 11:30am-5:30pm. We’ll introduce the meridian lines alongside yoga forms and acupressure points that activate each meridian. Meridian yoga is designed to move energy throughout the body. $175. Focus Yoga, 63 Cedar Ave, Ste 10, East Greenwich. 401-354-9112. FocusYoga.com. Angel & Oracle Card Certification – 12-4pm. Bring your own deck of cards. Learn how to interpret the cards and relay channeled messages from Angels, guides and deceased loved ones. 218-7990. $95. Ascension NXT, 1675 Cranston St, Cranston. To register, Steph: 401-228-8348. AscensionNXT.com. Introduction to Svaroopa® Yoga – 1-2:30pm. Experience the Svaroopa® difference. Svaroopa® yoga relieves stress, tension and pain through poses that are easily adaptable to meet your body where it’s at. $10. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. To register: 401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com. Learn How to Take Care of Acne Prone Skin – 1-4pm. 3 classes: 1-2pm, 2-3pm, 3-4pm. With Esthetician Jessica Abreu learn how to properly clean and take care of acne prone skin. Free. Rive Gauche Salon, 273 Social St, Woonsocket. To register: 401-765-2480. SalonRiveGauche.com. Yin Yoga Retreat with Alicia Barry – 2-5pm. A blend of modern meridian theory, poses held in quiet tranquility, and the teachings of mindfulness and meditation. $35. Beloved: a yoga practice, 235 High St, 2nd Fl, Bristol. Registration required: 401-787-8877. BelovedAYogaPractice@gmail.com. Fourth Saturday Gong Bath & Drum Healing – 7-8:30pm. Join Gongs of Joy and Drumsong for a night of sound healing. The vibrational overtones help promote healing, clarity, inspiration and creativity. Bring mat, pillow & blanket. $20/pre-registered, $25/at door. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence. 401-258-3952. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com. SpiritualistChurchRI.com. Community Drum Circle – 7-9pm. What better way to spend a cold winter night then a warm drum circle facilitated by Josh Fonseca. Enjoy creative musical energy and shake off the winter dull-drums. $10/person. New Dawn Earth Center, 75 Wrentham Rd, Cumberland. 401-333-1341. MercyEcology.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 7 The Art of Listening to the Voice of God Seminar – 9:30am-9:15pm. Also March 8, 8:15-11:45am. Workshops and talks include Dreams: An Endless Source of Divine Guidance; Enhance the Sacred Connection Between You and God; Following the Wind of Change and much more. Guest speaker Walt Wrzesniewski. See website or call for requested donation. Eckankar at Sheraton Providence Airport Hotel, 1850 Post Rd, Warwick. 401-828-6973. Eckankar-RI.org. Inner Guidance: Opening the Door of Your Heart to Divine Assistance – 10-11:30am. Discover the spiritual tool that opens the door of the heart to divine assistance in each moment of your daily life. Open discussion. Free. Eckankar at Sheraton Providence Airport Hotel, 1850 Post Rd, Warwick. 401-828-6973. Eckankar-RI.org.

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ongoingcalendar Sunday Peace Love Family, Yoga – 9:30-10:15am. Family yoga with Laura. Peace love family. $10. Village Wellness Center, 422 Post Rd (lower level), Warwick. 401-941-2310. VillageWellnessCenter.com. Spiritualist Service – 10-11:30am. Come experience the First Spiritualist Church of RI every Sunday. Service includes healing, a guided meditation, and our guest medium giving a talk and spirit messages. Free. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence. SpiritualistChurchRI.com. Sunday Service – 10-11:30am. Come join our non-denominational family. Service includes guided meditation, guest speakers or mediums with messages, Reiki and healings. Free membership. Free to attend. First Angelic Temple at Positive New Beginnings, 877 Broadway, East Providence. 401432-7195. AngelicTemple.org. Open Meditation – 10am-12pm. Weekly open sitting meditation with beginning chants, then sitting and walking meditation. Drop-in any time during session. Instruction offered at 10am. All are welcome. Optional donation. Shambhala Meditation Center of Providence, 541 Pawtucket Ave, 2nd Fl, Pawtucket. 401-270-5443. Providence. Shambhala.org. Sunday Satsangs at Ananda – 10am-12pm. Join us weekly for meditation, chanting, inspiration, satsang, veggie potluck lunch. Healing prayer circle after lunch on 2nd Sunday. Paramhansa Yogananda’s Teachings. Donation. Ananda Hopkinton, 40 Collins Rd, Hopkinton. 401-524-4766. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Kripalu Yoga with Paula – 4:15-5:45pm. Experience breath work, simple stretches to warm the body and classical yoga poses that tone and strengthen, allowing the heart and body to release and open. New students: $50/5 classes; $14/series. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com. Heart of Recovery – 5:30-6:30pm. Weekly Mindfulness Meditation and 12-Step meeting and discussion. All recovery and meditation traditions, and beginners, are welcome to share experience, strength, hope. Optional donation. Shambhala Meditation Center of Providence, 541 Pawtucket Ave, 2nd Fl, Pawtucket. 401-270-5443. Providence. Shambhala.org. Grace Yoga Level 3 – 6-7:30pm. Deep, healing, advanced vinyasa yoga with mantra, pranayama, and psychic development. Inversions, advanced twists and backbending led in a warm, low-lit room. $17. Grace School of Yoga, 35 Weaver Rd, North Kingstown. 401-829-9903. GraceYoga.org. Unity Book Study – 6:30-8:30pm. New book study beginning February 2. Studying Sacred Secrets; the masters of Law of Attraction give insights and a blueprint for mastering the Law of Attraction. Love offering. Unity Radiant Light, 155 Douglas Ave, Providence. 401-486-2708. UnityRadiantLight.org. Svaroopa® Yoga – 6:45-8:15pm. Svaroopa yoga is for everyone. Experience this different style of yoga, releasing tensions in muscles along spine by doing easy, propped poses. Truly blissful. $136/series of 8; $20/drop-in. Wellness Boutique & Co, 1300 Park Ave, Woonsocket. 401-489-8883. Barbara. Mencarini@yahoo.com.

Sunday Service – 10:30am-12pm. Please join us for our weekly Sunday Service. Inspirational message, beautiful music and fellowship. Free. Unity Radiant Light, 155 Douglas Ave, Providence. 401-486-2708. UnityRadiantLight.org.

Creative Flow – 7-8:30pm. With Dave Ursillo. Grounding flow with periods of fire. Prepare to work through all areas of the body, especially hips, heart and throat to cultivate creativity, confidence and self awareness. $15/drop-in; packages available. Laughing Elephant Yoga, 4372 Post Rd, East Greenwich. 401-398-2616. LaughingElephantYoga.com.

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Group Manifestation for You – 7-9:30pm. Join us as we visualize to group manifest goals. We will make vision boards, develop scripts filled with positive emotions and visualize as a group for each other and Earth. With Shari Bitsis. $15. Spirit of Agape, 165 Elm St, Seekonk, MA. 401-465-4249. ShariBitsis@gmail.com.

Anusara Inspired Yoga with Felicity – 9-10:30am. Enjoy some flowing and some holding of postures using principles of alignment to strengthen and realign the body. Use breath work and relaxation to complete the class. New students: $50/5 classes; $14/ series. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com. Svaroopa® Yoga Class: Narragansett – 1011:30am. Release tension and stress in body and mind using easy, reliable yoga poses. Restorative, therapeutic and meditative giving you profound changes with minimal effort. $19/drop-in. New students: $40/4 classes. Heart Center Yoga & Wellness, 123 Boon St, Narragansett. 401-578-9182. YourInnerBliss.com.

Tuesday Svaroopa® Yoga Class: Narragansett – 4-5:30pm. Have an aching back? Come experience Svaroopa® yoga with Tonya. Support your spine so it can support you. Beginners welcome. $19/Drop-in, New: try 4 classes for $40. Heart Center Yoga & Wellness, 123 Boon St, Narragansett. 401-374-4759. Earth.SkyHealing@yahoo.com.

Svaroopa® Yoga with Maria – 11-12:30am. This less active, compassionate style of yoga is accessible to everyone. Lose tension and stress; gain relaxation and peace. Minimal effort with profound benefits. New students: $50/5 classes, $19/series. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com.

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Vbarre – 5:15-6:15pm. Designed to tone, trim, and transform the body with a fusion of ballet barre, Pilates and resistance training. This class provides calorie-blasting cardio. $16/class; packages available. Rhode Island Pilates Studio, 622 George Washington Hwy, behind Lincoln Mall, Lincoln. 401-335-3099. RIPilatesStudio.com. Yoga: Moving into a Restful Evening – 6-7:15pm. A blend of kripalu, yin and restorative yoga for all levels. Join us in the peaceful setting of the Zen Center. Experienced, 500-hour level teacher. $15/drop-in; $12/Flex Pass. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com. Svaroopa® Yoga with Natalie – 6-7:30pm. Svaroopa yoga reduces pain, reverses aging and boosts your healing. You smile more easily; breathe more fully; relax more deeply. Beginners and new students welcome. New students: $50/5 classes; $19/ series. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com.

markyourcalendar Mixed Level Hatha Style Yoga – 6:30-8pm. Also Thursday, 9-10:30am. Begin your yoga practice anytime, pay by the class or pre-register for a 4- or 8-consecutive week series. Classes offered to adult beginners, experienced and intermediate level students all together. $15/1 class, $48/4 classes, $80/8 classes. The Soul Purpose, 1225 GAR Hwy, Swansea, MA. 774-264-1329. To register, Claudia: ClaudiaDuarte108@yahoo.com. The-Soul-Purpose.com. Restorative Yoga – 7-8:15pm. Focus is on slow and gentle movements matched with your natural breath. The aim is relaxation and renewal. Lots of props and modifications are used to work with your body’s needs. $15. Focus Yoga, 63 Cedar Ave, Ste 10, East Greenwich. 401-354-9112. FocusYoga.com. Yoga for Athletes – 7-8:15pm. Class designed for people who are flexible in mind, if not always in body. This yoga flow class will increase flexibility and strength while improving performance. $16/ drop in or use class card. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown Commons, Middletown. 401-849-3200.

Wednesday Meditation with Ann Porto – 8:30-9:30am. Meditation support and practice group. Come learn to tame your mind and reduce stress. Drop-in. $5 donation suggested goes to charity. Laughing Elephant Yoga, 4372 Post Rd, East Greenwich. 401-398-2616. LaughingElephantYoga.com. Yoga Basics at Grace – 9-10:15am. Calling all beginners. Yoga basics introduces and refines essential poses and introduces general principles of philosophy. Everyone welcome. Just come. $17. Grace School of Yoga, 35 Weaver Rd, North Kingstown. 401-829-9903. GraceYoga.org. Ommies (Ages 3-6) – 12:30-1:15pm. Kids Yoga with Laura. $10. Village Wellness Center, 422 Post Rd (lower level), Warwick. 401-941-2310. VillageWellnessCenter.com.

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Beginner Series – 4:30-5:30pm. Expect an eclectic mix of breathing, centering, stretching, movement and guided relaxation with Chris. $10. Village Wellness Center, 422 Post Rd (lower level), Warwick. 401-941-2310. VillageWellnessCenter.com. Svaroopa® Yoga Class: Narragansett – 6:157:45pm. Release tension and stress in body and mind using easy, reliable yoga poses. Restorative, therapeutic and meditative giving you profound changes with minimal effort. $19/drop-in. New: try 4 classes for $40. Heart Center Yoga & Wellness, 123 Boon St, Narragansett. 401-578-9182. YourInnerBliss.com. Inspire Change Today – 6:45-8pm. Patented, scientific breakthrough offers emerging business opportunity. Enhance your personal health and prosperity and improve the lives of others. Delicious Mexican food. Please come early and support our host. Free; dinner separate. Cancun Restaurant, 175 Putnam Pike, Johnston. RSVP, Leslie Haduch: 401-742-0512., Leslie@SixtyYoung.com. Trance Meditation & Messages – 7-9pm. 2nd Wednesday. Enjoy a guided meditation followed by spirit messages from our members at the First Spiritualist Church of RI. Come develop your own abilities. $5. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence. SpiritualistChurchRI.com.

Thursday Kripalu Yoga: Moderate/All Level – 9:3010:45am. A class for graceful aging: an all-level kripalu yoga class emphasizing tone balance and strength. Join us in the peaceful setting of the Zen Center. Experienced teacher. $15/drop-in; $12/ Flex Pass. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com. Svaroopa® Yoga with Tonya – 10-11:30am. Have an aching back? Come and experience Svaroopa® Yoga. Support your spine so it can support you. New students: $40/4 classes; $19/drop-in. Heart Center Yoga & Wellness, 123 Boon St, Narragansett. 401-374-4759. Earth.SkyHealing@yahoo.com. Tai Chi – 12-1pm. Come learn this ancient and graceful Chinese martial art. The practice improves muscle strength, balance and flexibility. Class meets thru Feb 12 only. $10/first time drop-in. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, 850 Aquidneck Ave. Middletown Commons, Middletown. 401-849-3200. Here me Roar (Ages 6-9) – 4:30-5:30pm. Kids Yoga with Laura. $10. Village Wellness Center, 422 Post Rd (lower level), Warwick. 401-941-2310. VillageWellnessCenter.com. Exeter has Yoga – 4:30-6pm. Svaroopa Yoga classes with experienced teacher, mornings and late afternoons. Yoga for your spine, deep, relaxing poses. Release your spine and change your life. Exeter. For info: 401-932-7266 or BlissYoga@mac.com. Cardio Sculpt – 5:30-6:15pm. Class will help to burn calories and tone/strengthen muscles in every major muscle group. It will consist of periods of cardio mixed with sculpting. Class is 45 mins. $16/ class; packages available. Rhode Island Pilates Studio, 622 George Washington Hwy, behind Lincoln Mall, Lincoln. 401-335-3099. RIPilatesStudio.com.

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BarSculpt – 5:30-6:30pm. BarSculpt is a low impact class, utilizing mats, weights, bands, and a ballet barre to create a strong toned and graceful body. $16/class; packages available. Rhode Island Pilates Studio, 622 George Washington Hwy, behind Lincoln Mall, Lincoln. 401-335-3099. RIPilatesStudio.com.

Ken Wilber Study Group – 6-7pm. 3rd Thursday. Come discuss the works of Ken Wilber, spiritual philosopher, mystic and author of A Theory of Everything, Grace & Grit and Integral Psychology. Free. Providence Wholistic Healthcare, 144 Waterman St, Providence. 401-455-0546. Grace Level 2-3 – 6-7:30pm. Level II introduces twisting, binding, arm balances, inversions and variations. A basic foundation of yoga is recommended before taking this class. We practice in peace. $17. Grace School of Yoga, 35 Weaver Rd, North Kingstown. 401-829-9903. GraceYoga.org. Restorative Yoga: All Level – 6:30-7:45pm. New class. Integrate the deep healing and calming practice of restorative yoga into your weekly routine. Suitable for new beginners and all levels. Experienced teacher. $60/4 wks; $15/drop-in. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com. Svaroopa® Yoga Class: Cumberland – 6:308pm. Cultivate awareness and ease using easy, reliable Svaroopa® yoga poses to decompress and release tension. Resulting in a profound healing and quieting of body and mind. New students: $50/5 classes; $21/series. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319. Natalie@YourInnerBliss.com. Meditation Class – 7-8:15pm. Deepening Somatic Consciousness. Walking meditation in addition to guided experiences working with consciousness in the body, connecting with the Earth and cultivating unconditional presence. $14, $70/prepaid for 6. The Providence Institute, 18 Imperial Pl, Ste 6A, Providence. 401-270-5443. TheProvidenceInstitute.org. Svaroopa® Yoga Class: Warwick – 7:15-8:45pm. Classes specialize in releasing deeply held tension in the core of your body resulting in relaxation and rejuvenation in every class. All levels welcome. $17/ drop-in. Inner Compass Yoga, 4 Osage Dr, Warwick. 401-463-7069. Wendy.Hickey52@gmail.com.

Friday Restorative Alignment Yoga – 8:15-9:15am. Gentle class will build a strong, safe and healthy yoga practice with focus on precision, detailed alignment, use of props and proper breathing. With Stella. $12. Village Wellness Center, 422 Post Rd (lower level), Warwick. 401-941-2310. VillageWellnessCenter.com. Kundalini Yoga: Narragansett – 9-10:30am. An ancient practice that incorporates breath, movement, mantra and meditation to strengthen the nervous and glandular systems. Connect to your infinite potential. $15/drop-in. Heart Center Yoga & Wellness, 123 Boon St, Narragansett. 401-662-1164. HeartCenterYoga123@gmail.com. Grace Restorative Yoga – 4:30-6pm. A deep somatic experience to calm the nervous system. Mild, supported backbends and twists free the energy in the body. This class is for everyone who wants peace. $17. Grace School of Yoga, 35 Weaver Rd, North Kingstown. 401-829-9903. GraceYoga.org.

Ananda Kirtan in Westerly – 6-7pm. 2nd & 4th Fridays. Blissful Ananda kirtan. Sacred chanting opens the heart to peace and joy. Easy to follow English and Sanskrit chants. Yogananda tradition. Suggested donation $5. Community Ayurvedic Center, 30 W Broad St, Westerly. 401-524-4766. AnandaRhodeIsland.org. Ananda Kirtan in Providence – 7:30-8:30pm. 1st & 3rd Fridays. Blissful Ananda kirtan. Sacred chanting opens the heart to peace and joy. Easy to follow English and Sanskrit chants. Yogananda tradition. Suggested donation $5. Now Yoga, 386 Thayer St, Providence. 401-524-4766. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Saturday Women’s Health & Fitness Immersion – 9-10:15am. A 6-wk workshop series integrating nutrition seminars, Intuitive Flow classes and oneon-one sessions to deepen into your body, mind and spirit. Special for Early Goddesses. The Women’s Well, 934 E Main Rd, Portsmouth. 401-835-5683. Details: TheWomensWell.com. Grace Beginner’s Yoga – 9-10:30am. Devoted to foundations: basic asanas, principles of alignment, breathing techniques. The aim is to build strength, flexibility, balance and confidence. And find peace. $17. Grace School of Yoga, 35 Weaver Rd, North Kingstown. 401-829-9903. GraceYoga.org. Svaroopa® Yoga Open: Continuing Class – 9:30-11am. An open class for anyone wishing to experience Svaroopa® Yoga taught by Polly Breen. A unique yoga experience outside/inside. $20/dropin; class packages available. Oceanside Yoga, 1733 Main St, Tiverton. 401-635-9191. WaveOfBliss.net. Kripalu Yoga: All Level – 9:45-11am. A moderately-paced hatha yoga class for all levels including Sun Salutations and deep posture work. Join us in the peaceful setting of the Zen Center. Experienced teacher. $15/drop-in; $12/Flex Pass. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com. Svaroopa® Yoga with Pat – 9:45-11:15am. Welcoming new students to this easy but remarkably effective style of yoga. Ease pain and boost your body’s own healing power. $21/drop-in, $19/series; New student: $50/5 classes. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319. Plspencer46@gmail.com. Pilates Mat & Ball – 10-11am. During this Pilates mat class the stability ball is added to the workout to increase mind and body awareness, challenge core strength and improve balance and stability. $16/ class; packages available. Rhode Island Pilates Studio, 622 George Washington Hwy, behind Lincoln Mall, Lincoln. 401-335-3099. RIPilatesStudio.com. Beginner’s Yoga – 2-3:15pm. Class is only held Thru Feb 14. Treat yourself to the benefits of yoga: discover improved balance, strength, flexibility, mobility and calmness of mind. $10 first time dropin. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown Commons, Middletown. 401-849-3200.

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Traditionally heralded as God’s messengers, Angels have come to represent protection and spiritual guidance. These non-denominational intuitive readings are both empowering and uplifting. During an hour session, one may receive divine guidance about their life from the Archangels or the Dearly Departed to bring forth inner peace and spiritual growth. Sessions are digitally recorded and includes CD. See ad on page 29.

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Marriage in Transition? Need to break from disorder? Empower yourself. If yours is a marriage in name only and you’re ready for positive change and growth call or email Attorney Matthew P. Gabrilowitz. See ad on page 19.

AYURVEDIC CONSULTANT Aermid Ayurveda

Jessica Albernaz, MS, CAC Serving RI and MA 860-558-3988 aermid-ayurveda.com Ayurveda is an ancient system of holistic medicine from India. It is completely natural, relying on diet, lifestyle, yoga and herbs to treat mental/physical imbalances. Achieving balance in body and mind strengthens immunity and activates the body’s natural healing power. As a Certified Ayurvedic Consultant, I can help you determine your own personal balance and provide natural treatments to help you achieve it.

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Broaden the spectrum of tools you call upon each day, better your life, and bag what’s not working! Whether it’s decisionmaking, goal setting, prioritizing your to-do list, or setting boundaries – we are all capable of creating a GREAT DAY, EVERY DAY! See ad on page 43.

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Gayle Johnson Certified /Calling in “The One” and Conscious UnCoupling coach. With Gayle’s 20 years of training and experience in psycho-spiritual development, she invites you to participate with her in a journey of great learning, transformation and love. Skype address gayle.johnson55 774-264-9492. See ad on page 25.

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Cleanse your colon with privacy and dignity, using the premier Angel of Water system. The large intestine (colon) is cleansed by instilling purified water into the lower bowel through a disposable nozzle. The water initiates natural movement of the colon to eliminate waste. You remain in control of the flow of water at all times. Remember: The Rd to Good Health is Paved with Good Intestines! See ad on page 4.

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Kim Leandre, CAGS,LMHC, NCC 5840 Post Rd, E Greenwich RI 401-398-7933 • pca-ri.com Come find your balance. Our team is an enthusiastic multi-specialist group of mental health professionals. We specialize in counseling and psychotherapy for individuals, couples, children and families. Send us an email at info@pca-ri.com or call today for an appointment, day, evenings and weekend hours available. See ad on page 41.

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Katharine A. Rossi 194 Waterman Street Providence, RI 401-924-0567 • fireseedcenter.com Holistic counseling using hypnosis to access root causes of imbalance and shamanic techniques to connect you to your own power. Depth hypnosis works with your inner wisdom to heal and create lasting change. Office and phone sessions available.

Esthetician 360 FACE MIND BODY Michelle Maynard 99 Frenchtown Rd, East Greenwich, RI 401-886-1936 360FaceMindBody.com

Offering facials and skin care products that are free of artificial fragrances, preservatives, parabens, sulfates, dyes, fillers and talc. 360 uses product lines with natural plant-based ingredients including Farmaesthetics and Jane Iredale Mineral makeup. Michelle is certified in Clinical Oncology Esthetics®, so she can provide safe, personalized spa treatments to individuals undergoing cancer treatment and those with health-challenged skin. See ad on page 12.

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Debby Votta 1221 Reservoir Ave, Cranston, RI 401-944-4601 • FreshFaceSkinCare.net My philosophy has always been that everyone should love and be proud of how their skin looks and feels. At the young age of 52, my skin has never looked so flawless and so fresh. I look forward to sharing my love and knowledge of the skin care profession to make that happen for YOU! See ad on page 43.

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BRINGING MORE THAN HOMEWORK HOME By Ryan Hogan It’s the time of year when we send our kids back to school from the holidays. Unfortunately, while schools are good places to learn they are great places to catch a disease. In fact, children’s Upper respiratory illnesses (URI’s) cause more doctor visits and missed school days than any other illness in the US. Luckily, there are a few things you can do at home to help reduce the chances of your child getting sick at school this year.

sanitizer before eating snacks, lunch and after using a shared computer mouse, pencil sharpener, water fountain or other community objects. Now, most people know we need to wash our hands, but one thing most people don’t really relate their health to is nasal hygiene. Using a saline spray with xylitol, such as Xlear Nasal Spray, is safe for all ages. Research has shown this natural sweetener is useful in preventing bacterial otitis media (ear infections), among other upper respiratory problems that are most likely to occur in fall and winter months. Additional xylitol studies have also shown a significant reduction in asthma attacks when a xylitol nasal spray is used on a daily basis. Xylitol affects nose and throat bacteria in two ways:

HOW? Before we talk prevention, we need to know how infection spreads. Many childhood illnesses are caused by viruses and bacteria that are transferred from person to person. URI’s increase in fall and winter as we spend more time crowded indoors. All it takes is one sick child, going to school for the spread to begin. Small droplets from a child’s cough or sneeze travel through the air and land on surfaces like desks, doorknobs and people. These germs are easily spread when someone touches the contaminated object and then proceeds to touch their eyes, nose or mouth. Children’s immune systems are less mature than those of adults, so they’re more vulnerable to these germs. Washing your hands and your nasal passages and also keeping their hands away from their nose, eyes and mouth are the most preventative habits to form at a young age.

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Decreases the adherence of harmful bacteria on their surface cells.

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Stimulates the body’s own natural defense system

Since the average American child has six to ten colds a year, using a xylitol nasal spray is a safe and effective way to promote better upper respiratory health, year round. FINAL HEALTHY TIPS In addition to frequent hand-washing, teach your child some other school health basics:

WHAT CAN YOU DO? Our best defense is to stop cold germs where they breed. Good hand-washing is the most effective way to prevent bacteria and viruses from spreading. Wash your hands after using the bathroom, blowing your nose, handling trash and prior to touching food to help eliminate germs. Soap and water should be used for 20 seconds (about as long as it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice). Using alcohol-based hand cleaners is also effective. Remind your child to use the

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Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze.

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Give your child a package of tissues to keep in his or her desk.

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Encourage your child not to share water bottles, food or other personal items.

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Ask your child’s teacher to include hand-washing time before lunch or snacks.

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Have your whole family practice nasal hygiene and the use of xylitol saline spray like Xlear.

Even with all of these tips, your kids are bound to come down with something over the course of the school year. We all get sick at some point or another, forming healthier habits and maintaining a positive attitude is all we can do as parents. For more information, please visit www.xlear.com.

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Don Beach, holistic wedding celebrant, Reiki master, shamanic Reiki drumming practitioner, photographer and photo artist, offers unique Reiki wedding ceremonies and Native American-based ceremony elements (drums and gongs, conch shells, crystals, turtle rattles, talking sticks, guided journeying, power animal spirit guides and more). Affordable specially designed officiant/photography packages for connection with Mother Earth and the energy of the universe.

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Jane McGinn, BA, LMT

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Grace Yoga

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My cholesterol dropped by 73 points in 1 month, my husband’s morning blood sugar level dropped from 200 to 113 in 3 months, and we are feeling and looking so much YOUNGER! A few months ago, my husband’s blood sugars were out of control after years of controlling it with diet. And his skin had taken on a yellowish-grey pallor… which showed me that his liver and kidneys were also in serious trouble. I was scared! A friend stopped by, took one look at Charles, and said, “We have to get him on the Micronized Heart of Royal Purple Rice immediately!” Although I had never heard of it, I quickly said, “Get me some now.” I am so grateful that I did! Within 3 weeks his skin was pink and glowing and he was feeling so much better. I also began eating it and began noticing more energy, sounder sleep, and improved skin.

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It is so tiny and powerful that when you eat it … it does not even have to go through your digestive system — it can immediately go into the cells and energize them! Like tiny arrows, these highly charged alpha glucan chains of super nutrients can pierce cell walls and furnish the mitochondria (the cell’s battery) with fuel to create massive amounts of ATP Light Energy, so that the cells can recharge, regenerate, and function at the highest level.

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We had our blood tested and after eating this rice product for only a month, my cholesterol had dropped by 73 points! I had been taking several other natural supplements for two years to lower cholesterol to no avail, but after only one month my cholesterol dropped to normal, as did my triglycerides, and three other blood markers that had been way too high. My doctor was shocked. He said no drug would give me those quick and dramatic results! And Charles, with several medical conditions, had 10 blood markers drop significantly! My doctor said he knew of nothing that could work like that across so many body systems! “Not drugs...but real foods,” I said.

The reason so many people who are eating well and taking good supplements are still sick is ... nutrition can’t get into the cell! A recent medical study showed — more than 80% of the population is insulin resistant at some level That means that the sugars and nutrients we need for energy cannot get into the cells. (If a cell phone battery cannot be recharged — it powers down and eventually dies). If you are tired, and have dis-eases that have names … your cells are also powering down and dying. When the sugars (polysaccharides) can’t get into your cells to be used for energy, they cause another problem, too. They float around your blood stream, sticking to proteins and fats—or “glycating”. Wherever they stick they cause problems … if they stick in the bloodstream they cause hardening of the arteries and high blood pressure, in the brain they cause learning and memory issues or dementia, in the eyes—cataracts, in the skin—wrinkles. With my raw natural product you can recharge your cells and reverse the glycation and aging now!

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The basis of the product is a ancient, heirloom strain of royal purple rice that is now grown in Thailand in a pristine valley that has never seen chemicals, pesticides, or GMO’s. Then, the purple husk, which is extremely high in anthocyanin antioxidants, along with the very heart of the rice (the endosperm) is removed—this is the part that carries the super polysaccharide sugars and polypeptide amino acid building blocks. Everything else is discarded. With only the dense nutrient rice heart left — this is then milled down to the size of a micron! That’s it—that is all that’s in this amazing raw natural product.

When I shared this with my friend, Bonnie, her body used the new cellular energy to reduce her blood pressure and smooth the wrinkles from her face. Nicole’s intense pain from an accident is gone and she is off her debilitating medications. Jeff is no longer experiencing acid reflux or gout. Dee Dee’s night blindness is gone and so are her allergies. Charles morning blood sugars have dropped from 200 to 113. I am looking so much younger that someone asked me if I had a ‘procedure’ done! Even my granddaughter’s dog has gotten rid of his digestive issues because of this product. So … would you like to see what this amazing food will do for you?

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