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was looking through this month’s magazine as it was getting ready for print and thinking about Linda Sechrist’s feature article “Change Makers: Inspired to Act.” I couldn’t help but notice how many people are stepping up and out into the world. From workshops for tweens, mindfulness classes, learning about which weeds you should eat to yoga teacher training; these are all people who are making a difference. Just a brief scan through our calendar listings will brings it to your attention. You want to talk about change makers? Pretty much, all the people who are part of the Natural Awakenings community are change makers.

Many of the issues that desperately need attention in today’s world cross a Natural Awakenings publisher’s desk. The number and intensity of their impacts can be frightening and can even freeze us into inaction as we realize we can’t personally give the world all that it needs. Yet the world needs all the good we can give and we are always able to make some kind of difference each day. It can begin with simple acts of kindness, loving care or peacemaking.

Rhode Island is abundant with noble souls whose heartfelt desire inspires them to act on their authentic intention to improve the quality of life for others. Some of them fill our pages each month. They offer their products and services with the pure intent of working to toward the health of people and planet serving the greater good. As a magazine publisher, the best part of my job is having the opportunity to spread the word about all the good going on and having the privilege of connecting readers with environmentally-friendly, naturally healthy products and services all contributing to solutions.

When I go for walks, I often pass others who are walking. In a simple gesture of kindness and friendliness I always try to smile. I sometimes think I may be smiling at someone who needs one and others I smile hoping I’ll get one back because I need one. I’d like to believe in that one moment, I am a change maker. It’s a touch otherwise undone. Whether we feel internally prompted to offer a smile to a stranger, hold open a door or become a leading social activist, we are all capable of being change makers. It doesn’t have to be with grand gestures or curing cancer to make a difference. Just by seeing the world glowing with peace, joy and happiness is a choice each one of us can make to help change the world every day.

While it can be easy to get sucked into the negativity spread by careless media and fall into a mindset that bad can outweigh good in the world, I believe that only the tiny fraction of the world’s population embodies ill intention. The overwhelming majority of humanity are good-hearted do-gooders able to banish the dark corners with our collective light. Our hats are off to light-filled change makers everywhere.

I am a big believer in the concept of do what you can, when you can. If collectively we all do what we can, together we can raise the consciousness and enrich all of our lives.

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newsbriefs The Hidden Connection: Food and Healing

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he Organization of Integrative Health Professionals is offering a free presentation from 6:30 to 8 p.m., October 19, at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island, where Kathleen DiChiara, FDN-P, BNI-P, CHC will talk about healing through dietary life-style changes. DiChiara is a functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, bio-individual nutrition practitioner and certified health coach with specialized training in the biochemistry and specialized diets for autism, allergies, autoimmune and other chronic conditions.

Kathleen DiChiara Speaking through the lens of a practitioner, patient and parent, DiChiara will share her personal story of hope, recovery and resilience, as well as the story of her son, who formally lost his autism diagnosis at age eleven.

This lecture will stimulate attendees’ thinking about the hidden connection between what we feed our microbiome and the role it plays in preventing and reversing chronic disease. Using food as a guide, participants will explore the bacteria, beliefs and behaviors that shape lives and the capacity to heal.

DiChiara is an international speaker, the founder of Rhode to Health, Inc. and Direct Nutrition Support, and the author of the bestselling book The Hidden Connection. Her dramatic story of recovery is featured in the soon-to-be-released documentary film, Secret Ingredients (SecretIngredientsMovie.com).

Cost: Free. Location: 11 Brewster St., Pawtucket. For more information, email Organization.ihp@gmail.com or visit Facebook.com/Organization-of-IntegrativeHealthcare-Professionals-193514319560/. To learn more about Kathleen DiChiara, visit KathleenDiChiara.com.

Fall Offerings from Conscious Cuisine

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his month, Conscious Cuisine offers a full schedule of walks to identify common edible wild foods, classes that show people how to prepare and cook with these delicious ingredients (including sea vegetables), and educational talks that explain the reasons to incorporate these nutrient-dense foods into our diets.

The lineup includes a Weed Identifying Walk from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., October 2, and from 2 to 3:30 p.m., October 15; a Sea Vegetable Cooking Class from 6 to 9 p.m., October 13; and a Foraged Foods Cooking from 2 to 5 p.m., October 22. Additionally, there will be a free cooking demonstration from 5 to 7 p.m., October 5, at Rhode Island Kitchen and Bath, located at 136 Jefferson Boulevard, in Warwick.

Even though wild plant activities wind down by November, Conscious Cuisine will continue to offer foraged plants and sea vegetable cooking classes and educational talks all winter. Participants will learn about the powerful nutritional benefits of these plants and why including them in one’s diet adds the diversity needed to manufacture the 30,000 proteins the body needs for optimal function.

In addition, for a limited time Conscious Cuisine will create and install a personal wild plant area in any individual’s yard. Plant areas can vary in size and will contain a range of seasonal plants that will be easy to maintain and harvest. This is a unique and novel service that will assist people in supplementing their diet with vitamin- and mineral-dense foods.

Cost: Varies by class and activity. For more information, call 401-580-6919, email Brett@ConsciousCuisineRI.com or visit ConsciousCuisineRI.com. See ad on page 29.

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Spirit of Agape Teaches Beginner Mindfulness Classes

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uring the month of October, Shari Bitsis from Spirit of Agape will be offering a Beginner’s Mindfulness Series at Beloved: A Yoga Practice, in Bristol. The series is comprised of five, two-hour classes that will be held on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m, October 5, 12, 19, 26 and November 9. All classes consist of an hour of study time that incorporates playful activities.

Topics include the origins of mindfulness study; hindrances; body awareness; working with thoughts, judgments and emotions; heart practices and Shari Bitsis more. Meditation practice is reserved for the last portion of each class. The class will work with an introduction to meditative practices that include concentration, body scan, insight, forgiveness, loving-kindness and appreciative joy.

“We use interactive exercises to highlight the key points of mindfulness.

By making the process fun we take the mystery and the self judgment that can sometimes wander into mindfulness study out of the program,” notes Bitsis.

Cost: $120. Location: Reynold’s School Building (second floor), 235 High St., Bristol. For more information or to reserve space, call Shari Bitsis at 401-465-4249. See ad on page 41.

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n October 20, Dr. Laura Bomback of Natural Health Solutions, in Fall River, Massachusetts, will hold a free workshop at 6:30 p.m. to explore the causes of thyroid Dr. Laura Bomback dysfunction.

Bomback, a chiropractor who also practices clinical nutrition, will explore the causes and associated symptoms of thyroid dysfunction, which include weight gain/loss, fatigue, weakness, depression, hair loss, dry skin, brain fog or memory problems, cold/heat intolerance, menstrual problems and unresolved neck pain, among others.

Included in the workshop is a free health screening to participants that want one. Bomback will also cover how Nutrition Response Testing can be used to detect issues in the body and determine a course of treatment for underlying problems contributing to thyroid issues.

“Nutrition Response Testing is a method of analyzing the ill or non-optimum areas of the body and developing a whole food nutrition program that will serve to restore the area to health,” she explains.

Location: 293 Linden St., Fall River, MA. Seating is limited. To register, call 508678-1233. For more information, visit DrBomback.com. See ad on page 15.

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newsbriefs Non-Invasive Cutting Edge Skin Care Treatments at 360 Face Mind Body

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60 Face Mind Body, in Coventry, has recently added to its inventory of skin care modalities the Rezenerate Wand, a revolutionary handheld tool that is a safe alternative to micro-needling. Used by the best estheticians and skin care professionals in the industry, the Rezenerate wand uses a silicon chip which utilizes nanotechnology and microscopic high grade silicon pyramids to give clients the best facial results available.

“Rezenerate facials deliver nutrients to the skin efficiently without any pain or discomfort,” says Michelle Maynard, licensed esthetician. “There is no risk of damage to the dermal layer and no potential exposure to pain or adverse side effects.”

The Rezenerate painlessly creates thousands of superficial microscopic permeations on the surface of the skin. This leads to an immediate plumpness of the skin for an amazing short term benefit and also allows for greater absorption of nutrients thereby hydrating over the long term. This tool can be used with anti-aging serums and ampoules for both anti-aging and anti-blemish facials. Rezenerate treatments can be standalone or can be included in most facials for an added fee.

Also new to its menu of services is the Firming Neck, Chest and Décolleté’ Idealift treatment. This powerful treatment helps to firm the jowls, neck, chest and décolleté’ by combining a powerful lifting cream, collagen mask and technology. “One of our favorite product lines that we carry here at 360, Saian Natural Clinical Skin Care, has created a Neck and Chest Lift Creme and a treatment protocol to help change the effects of gravity on the skin in those delicate areas,” says Maynard.

360 Face Mind Body is committed to using and stocking only organic and vegan skincare products.

Providence Flea Extends Season with Fall Markets

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he Providence Flea will move across the river to the vacant lot at the corner of Friendship Street and Chestnut Street, in Providence, to extend its outdoor season with a series of Fall Markets every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., September 18 through October 30, rain or shine. The markets will continue to host a lineup of local vintage vendors, artisans and makers, food trucks, live music and featured community nonprofits.

The Providence Flea is in its fourth season and has become the capital city’s favorite weekly treasure hunt with more than 200 local vendors rotating through the market, selling unusual and upcycled finds, vintage fashion and accessories, antiques, art, furniture and Location: 635 Arnold Rd., Coventry. To learn more about treatments and protocols, more. For the Fall Markets the Flea will Thank you for the support! Thank you to everyone who made phone call 401-886-1938 or visit 360FaceMindBody.com. See ad on page 9. also feature a Brunch Bar hosted by calls, donated time and money, visited our tables, and rooted forCocktails us thisto year.

Little Bitte compliment a fleet of the city’s favorite food Together, we will get Naturopathic Doctors licensed in RIrotating in 2015! trucks and carts, making the Flea a popular Sunday foodie destination as well.

The site is easily accessible by public transportation and offers plenty of free, on-street parking on Sundays.

Now accepting vendor applications on the web site at ProvidenceFlea.com and throughout October on a rolling basis, space permitting.

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Bowenwork Community Walk-in Clinic Offered at Providence Wholistic Healthcare

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r. Sheila Frodermann and newly certified Bowen practitioner, Emily Deneault, are resuming monthly Bowen Community Walk-in Clinics at Providence Wholistic Healthcare, in Providence. Clinics will be held this month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., October 1 and October 29, at 144 Waterman Street, on the Eastside of Providence. Treatments will be offered on a firstcome-first-serve basis, in effective 20-minute sessions.

Frodermann is a naturopathic doctor, a homeopath, a 20-year Bowenwork practitioner and an Associate Bowenwork Instructor Dr. Sheila Frodermann for the American Bowen Academy. Deneault is newly certified with the American Bowen Academy to practice Bowenwork. Both Practitioners see Bowen clients privately at Providence Wholistic Healthcare.

Cost: $45 for new clients; $35 for subsequent visits and for established clients of Providence Wholistic Healthcare. Cash only.

All children under 12 years of age are seen for a two-for-one fee. Location: at 144 Waterman St., Providence. Call 401-4550546 to hold a space, or with questions. See ad on page 31.

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Meeting Street’s Expanded Grace School to Hold Open House

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he Grace School at Meeting Street will hold an open house for current and prospective students from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., November 5. The Grace School currently has open enrollment for grades kindergarten through 7.

Prospective students and parents are invited to experience The Grace School’s unique learning environment which provides strong academics on a state-of-the-art campus; fosters exploration, innovation, and playfulness; focuses on small group and individualized instruction; and nurtures a unique sensitivity towards others while emphasizing respect, compassion, integrity, inclusivity and excellence.

“Our goal is to continue to foster an environment that looks at people with disabilities differently,” says Margaret Knowlton, director of school age programs at Meeting Street. “Every student is viewed as an individual and recognized for his/ her talents.”

For 10 years, The Grace School, which built on Meeting Street’s highly acclaimed and nationally accredited Early Learning Center, has fostered both academic excellence and individual growth in children of all abilities through inclusive classrooms that combine rigorous academics with a culture of compassion for children in kindergarten through grade 7. Grade 8 will be added in 2017.

Location: 1000 Eddy St., Providence. For more information about The Grace School at Meeting Street, visit TheGraceSchool.org. See ad on page 23.

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omen’s Wilderness Rhode Island will host a Women’s Wilderness Weekend Retreat on October 21 through 23, at the University of Rhode Island Alton Jones Campus, in West Greenwich. A place where women join together to connect with themselves, each other and nature, the retreat offers women over 18 years old the opportunity for self-motivation, empowerment and nourishment while they escape from the rigorous demands of modern living.

A variety of courses are offered over the weekend that will educate, entertain and challenge the participants in a safe, non-competitive, nurturing environment.

The campus is situated on 2,300 acres of forest, lakes and farmlands, and is the ideal spot for retreat, recreation and renewal.

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Learn to Heal at Honoring Loss Workshop

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icole Downing, 200 hour Kripalu yoga instructor/owner of Beloved: a yoga practice has teamed up with Katharine Rossi of Fireseed: Center for Transformation to present a twoevening workshop on Honoring Loss. This powerful experiential workshop will take Nicole Downing place from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., November 2, and from 6 to 9 p.m., November 4, and will incorporate yoga, breath work, guided meditation with sound and dream work to explore the effects grief has on the body and mind as well as the spiritual teachings loss brings.

It is intended as a doorway to understanding the experience of loss from our innermost perspective.

“Death and loss make us realize that we are not in control and there is a sacredness that exists in the vulnerable place where grief and loss can take us,” says Downing. “Participants will leave with a richer understanding of themselves as well as tools for further healing.”

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newsbriefs Life Transformation Program Opens in Johnston

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n October 25 at 6:30 p.m., Alyson Franz will hold a free workshop at Paradigm Shift, in Providence, entitled Three Essential Keys to Deeper Life Fulfillment, designed to help people who feel held back or stuck by stressful or traumatic past events. Participants will learn new ways to break-free from these events so they may flourish and thrive in every area of their life.

Franz has been a psychotherapist in the Providence area for more than a decade. Nearly seven years ago she found herself feeling completely stuck in many areas of her life due to childhood trauma and other stressors that she was experiencing. This led to a journey of healing and life transformation that has completely changed her life in every area. Now feeling deeply aligned with her purpose, she wants to share the tools that worked for her with others.

Special offers, including up to 50 percent discounts for new programs, will be offered on this evening. Pre-registration is preferred but not required.

Location: 1395 Atwood Ave., Ste. 201, Johnston. For more information, call 401-413-5358 or email ParadigmShiftRI@gmail.com.

Massage Therapy Convention Comes to Warwick

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egistration is open for The Rhode Island Massage Therapy Convention taking place on October 21 through 23, at the sponsored by AMERICAN MASSAGE Crowne Plaza Hotel, in Warwick. A fun-filled, two-and-a-half days THERAPY ASSOCIATION are being planned by committee members, including educational RHODE ISLAND CHAPTER sessions, a Friday night keynote speaker, and Saturday night banquet and dance. Vendor applications are currently being accepted. If interested in being part of the planning process, contact Deb Kilty at 401-339-1041 or email DebbieKilty@yahoo.com.

For more information, visit RI.amtamassage.org/ri-convention. See ad on page 27.

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Limited to six participants in grades 6 to 8, this exclusive group will allow for exploration of the challenges of new schedules, new responsibilities and new social situations, while gaining skills to work through them in healthy and positive ways for a successful school year.

Through the use of the expressive arts, participants will explore topics such as expressing feelings, self-esteem, bullying/cyber bullying, stress management, establishing friendships, effective communication and problem solving. Expressive arts allows children the opportunity to grow and develop self-awareness through self-expression, which has been shown to reduce stress, improve communication and problem solving skills, build self-confidence and develop healthy interpersonal relationships.

Location: 400 Reservoir Ave., Ste. LL-O, Providence. For more information and to register, visit KExpressions.com. Preregister by October 5 to hold a space.

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Month-Long 32nd Anniversary Celebration at Nature’s Goodness

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n appreciation of 32 years of support from loyal customers, Nature’s Goodness Natural Food Store will be offering special storewide promotions all month.

In 1984, Nancy Sheets and Gary Melvin opened Nature’s Goodness in the former Newport Mall. By 1989, more space was needed and the store moved to its current location, in Middletown. “We are so fortunate to have devoted and long-term employees over the years. All of our employees are committed to a healthy lifestyle and assisting with customers’ needs,” says Sheets.

Nature’s Goodness offers organic foods, the largest selection of vitamins and nutritional supplements, natural body care, quality athletic supplements, natural pet food and pet supplements, and reliable information in a fun and comfortable environment.

Location: 510 E. Main Rd., Middletown.

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Lead researcher and Professor of Surgery at Johns Hopkins Dr. Martin Makary clarifies that medical errors include mistakes by doctors, along with systemic problems related to communication breakdowns when patients are passed between departments. “It boils down to people dying from the care that they receive, rather than the disease for which they are seeking care,” he observes.

One of the problems highlighted is a lack of public reporting. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) does not require hospital-error reporting in deaths, which makes it difficult to accumulate related statistics. “The CDC should update reporting requirements for vital statistics so that physicians report whether there was any error that led to a preventable death,” says Makary. “We all know how common it is and how infrequently it’s openly discussed.”

Dr. Frederick van Pelt, with the healthcare consultancy Chartis Group, says that severe injuries resulting from medical errors are also often overlooked. “Some estimates would put this number at 40 times the death rate.” He indicates that this gets buried in the milieu of expected suffering and pain that care providers are daily exposed to following any surgical procedure. welcomia/Shutterstock.com

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The scientists took samples from the stomach, small intestines, colon and stool before and after the testing period. They also tested for bacteria species using gene sequencing and measured T-cell counts. Afterward, the subjects showed reductions in diseaseproducing bacteria and increased diversity among their gut probiotics.

The research also discovered that the high-dose vitamin D3 supplementation increased immunity in the gut. “Vitamin D3 modulates the gut microbiome of the upper gastrointestinal tract, which might explain its positive influence on gastrointestinal diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease or bacterial infections,” the researchers explain.

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esearchers from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center tested 209 women between 45 and 60 years old with a history of hot flashes and/or night sweats. After up to 20 treatments over six months, the women receiving acupuncture reported a 37 percent reduction in hot flashes, while the control group saw a 6 percent increase.

The symptom relief among the women treated with acupuncture persisted for a year.

The researchers also found that the acupuncture group experienced an improvement in several menopausal quality of life measurements. Nancy Avis, Ph.D., a professor of public health sciences at Wake Forest University and lead author of the study, says, “There are a number of nonhormonal options for treating hot flashes and night sweats that are available to women. None seem to work for everyone, but our study showed that acupuncture from a licensed acupuncturist can help some women without any side effects. It also showed that the maximum benefit occurred after about eight treatments.”

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Older incandescent light bulbs have been phased out in many countries because they waste huge amounts of energy as heat, but scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have reported in Nature Nanotechnology that they are finding a way to recycle the waste energy and focus it back onto the filament, where it’s reemitted as visible light. Their innovative structure is made from thin, stacked layers of a type of light-controlling crystal that allows visible wavelengths to pass through while reflecting infrared back to the filament as if striking a mirror.

Traditional bulbs are banned in the European Union and Canada, and their manufacture and importation are being phased out in the U.S. They’ve been replaced by more expensive compact fluorescent (CFL) and light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs, which are significantly more efficient. In theory, the crystal structures could boost the efficiency of incandescent bulbs to 40 percent, making them three times more efficient than the best available LED and CFL bulbs.

October is Non-GMO Month

The Non GMO Project is sponsoring National Non-GMO Month in October. Observed since 2010, the program seeks to increase education and awareness about the growing presence of unlabeled genetically modified (GM/GMO) food products and ingredients.

People and organizations across North America are discovering the risks GMOs pose to our health, families and environment. Non-GMO Month provides a powerful opportunity to coordinate voices and actions around the country as brands, retailers and individuals stand up for the right to know what’s in our food and to choose to avoid GMOs. Protecting consumer choice and a non-GMO food supply requires a multifaceted approach with online and boots-on-theground teamwork.

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“I just followed the path in what I was researching, trying to find new ways to use materials,” says Jónsson, who combined the two ingredients, heated the mixture, poured it into a mold, and then quickly cooled it. The H2O binds and thickens the agar when cooled, retaining the shape of the water bottle mold, explains Jónsson. When the finished bottle is empty, “It will rot like other foods.”

The bottles can sustainably decompose in soil, although Jónsson has yet to determine exactly how long that process will take. A plastic water bottle takes more than 1,000 years to biodegrade, and in the U.S., more than 2 million tons of the containers are languishing in landfills.

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More than $13 billion is spent annually on chiropractic health services, making it the largest alternative health practice in the U.S. Science supports its usefulness in addressing a wide range of conditions.

Bell’s Palsy. Recovery varies among patients as chiropractors create patientcentric treatment programs designed to improve facial motion and hearing, relieve pain and address other nerverelated issues (Archives of Internal Medicine; Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics).

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Cancer. The Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medicine publishes numerous studies of therapies supporting cancer patients suffering the side effects of conventional treatment. The American Journal of Clinical Oncology reports that chiropractic care rates as one of the leading alternative medical treatments for pain management, among other related benefits. Chiropractic offers economical and effective strategies that may help quality of life, as discussed in Seminars in Oncology Nursing.

High Blood Pressure. While many relevant studies can’t yet generalize results, the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics documents success by chiropractors treating hypertension without the downside of medical drugs that can include the risk of stroke (University of Alabama at Birmingham).

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Chronic Sinusitis. Patients with nasal and sinus passages that don’t drain properly due to physical or nerverelated causes may find relief through chiropractic care. A study cited in the same journal showed that patients experienced relief of all related symptoms after a single adjustment.

Arthritis. A study published in a journal from the the University of Virginia School of Medicine Center for the Study of Complementary and Alternative Therapies notes that arthritis patients obtaining chiropractic care enjoyed better health and quality of life than those that did not.

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In clinical studies, combining manual spinal adjustment with soft tissue therapy has been found to relieve PMS discomfort. In one study, two groups of women were tested, switching off in receiving chiropractic adjustments or a placebo alternative. Each time, the group receiving chiropractic adjustments reported the greatest improvements (Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics).

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“There’s no need to panic,” says Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, in Pecos, New Mexico, an integrative physician and chief medical officer of Weil Lifestyle. “It’s pretty easy to figure out if it’s strep throat, which requires antibiotics, or something you can treat at home.”

Only 10 to 20 percent of sore throats in children are caused by Streptococcus bacteria which, if not properly treated, can lead to heart damage. The first question to ask is, “What are the symptoms?” If these include sudden onset of a severe and worsening sore throat without any complaints of scratchiness; a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit or more; headache or stomach pain; and the lack of a stuffy nose, cough or sign of a cold—a trip to the pediatrician is essential and a course of antibiotics is necessary, says Low Dog.

The vast majority of youngsters’ sore throats, which may accompany a common cold, are caused by viruses and will heal on their own in about a week. Many natural remedies will help children feel better and relieve the pain; some cost so little they are nearly free.

Salt water gargle: “A glass of warm water with half a teaspoon of sea salt swirled into it is an old-school remedy that works well for kids at least 5 years old,” says Erika Krumbeck, a naturopathic doctor and licensed primary care physician practicing pediatrics in Missoula, Montana. She notes that a salt water gargle can also moderate the symptoms of strep until the child can see a doctor.

The Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies confirms that the salt water draws excess fluid from inflamed throat tissues.

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Warm compresses: A warm water compress using a wet hand towel applied for 10 or 15 minutes every hour loosens mucus and is soothing. “It’s amazing how effective these familiar practices are,” says Krumbeck. “Grandma knew what she was doing.”

Lemon juice and honey: “Honey is sweet, so kids love it,” says certified nutritionist Kimberly Snyder, of New York and Los Angeles. This traditional recipe works because the honey has antibacterial properties and the lemon juice is packed with immune-boosting antioxidants.

Snyder cautions that babies younger than 12 months old should never be given honey because their immune systems cannot handle the bacterial spores sometimes present in the sweet treat.

Elderberry: The tiny purple berries of the Sambucus nigra L. plant shortens the duration of colds and flu often suffered by air travelers, according to research that includes a large Australian study. Elderberry syrup appeals to kids because it tastes delicious. Low Dog recommends keeping a bottle on hand at all times because it’s hard to know when a child will complain of a scratchy throat. “This yummy syrup is good for all ages. It’s so safe. I love it,” says Low Dog, adding, “Plus, you can always use it on whole-grain pancakes.”

Sage and Echinacea: Drinking sage tea and gargling with echinacea are old-time remedies for sore throats that now have scientific backing, says Snyder. Go for a twofer and add a little echinacea to the tea, she suggests.

A Swiss study showed that an echinacea/sage spray soothed sore throat symptoms just as well as a chlorhexidine/lidocaine spray, which can have side effects that include more swelling and even allergic reactions; the suggested spray should not be used with children under 12.

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Thousands of people each day choose to see a world radiating with hope and light, despite ever-present conflict and strife. Their talents and gifts, alliances and collaborations are inspiring a new story that ripples outward into our communities and beyond.

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Meeting Basic Needs Komal Ahmad was unaware that her single act of kindness in simply offering to share her lunch with a homeless veteran in 2011 while she was attending the UniKomal Ahmad versity of California, Berkeley, would lead to a multiplying mission to feed America’s hungry. His heartfelt expression of gratitude for his first meal in three days sparked an epiphany: Her school was regularly throwing away thousands of pounds of food while neighbors were going hungry.

Today, Ahmad is the founder and CEO of Copia, an app that matches nonprofits serving in-need veterans, children, women and others with companies that have leftover gourmet food. Following the 2016 Super Bowl, she used Copia’s technology to organize food pickups throughout the San Francisco Bay area. What she

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didn’t want food to go to waste and created the Project Green Fork certification program after learning that 95 percent of restaurant waste can be diverted from landfills. Her nonprofit helps resJanet Boscarino taurants to conserve water and energy, develop recycling and composting systems and switch to biodegradable containers and environmentally friendly cleaning operations.

Boscarino’s experience in business development and sales, combined with her disdain for litter, led her to found the nonprofit Clean Memphis, which began in 2008 with volunteer crews picking up litter. In recent years, the initiative’s community-wide strategy has expanded to involve local governments, businesses, neighborhoods, faith-based organizations and 20 local “sustainable schools”.

In 2017, Project Green Fork will become a part of Clean Memphis.

Throughout two decades of educational activism, John G. Heim’s passion for clean water as a human right John G. Heim has not waned.

The founder and leader of The SWFL Clean Water Movement, headquartered in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, persisted even when many business owners considered him a nuisance, driving off tourists.

As infestations of blue-green algae blooms have reached emergency levels, Heim’s ongoing grassroots campaign to increase awareness of water quality issues that’s backed by social media recently brought him to Washington, D.C., to make his case before Congress.

The nonprofit’s 18,000 members have succeeded in bringing national attention to the thick muck now plaguing both Florida coasts. They’re working to alter nutrient-laden discharges from Lake Okeechobee that send agricultural toxins and rain overflow down the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie rivers and out into vital estuaries.

Scott Bunn’s Seneca Treehouse Project, launched in 2010, grew from his building background in a family of entrepreneurs to encompass design/build services and education Scott Bunn in eco-housing and ethical living. Bunn’s original Seneca, South Carolina, homestead and acreage includes apprentice learning programs teaching practical skills in cultivating permaculture, growing food, building structures, working with tools and living in an intentional community.

“For the next six years, our goal is to annually train 50 people that will train 50 more people. Continuing this exponential growth pattern means the potential for 312 million more people living more compatibly and lightly upon the Earth. We’ve already established collaborations with six other cities around the U.S. that can potentially duplicate our efforts,” says Bunn.

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years, she served as president of the National Nutritional Foods Association during crucial phases of the 1992 to 1994 fight to successfully pass the Dietary Martie Whittiken Supplement Health and Education Act to preserve consumer choices.

The author of The Probiotic Cure also helped found the Texas Health Freedom Coalition to protect citizens’ rights to choose alternative medical treatment in her state. Whittiken says, “My work is a labor of love. I have no interest in becoming famous or well known unless it contributes to getting the job done.”

On a 2006 medical mission to Haiti, Gigi Pomerantz, a licensed nurse practitioner at the Aurora Sinai Medical Center, in Milwaukee, discovered the Gigi Pomerantz impact of a lack of clean water and sanitation as her fourperson team treated 1,400 patients for worms, stomach problems, diarrhea and poor appetite. Two years later, she founded Youthaiti, where she serves as executive director.

The nonprofit helps rural Haitians build composting toilets and develop organic gardens using recycled waste as fertilizer. It also provides community hygiene education and reforestation.

Everything is aimed at breaking Haiti’s widespread cycle of contamination and disease, and safely convert human waste into agricultural fertilizer that’s increasing crop productivity and the availability of healthy food.

Psychotherapist Jacqui Bishop and Integrative Nutritionist Lisa Feiner, co-founders of Sharp Again Naturally, in White Plains, New York, believe that dementia is reversible, and no case should be considered

We are a community of possibilities, not a community of problems.

Community exists for the sake of belonging, and takes its identity from the gifts, generosity and accountability of its citizens. We currently have all the resources required to create an alternative future. ~Peter Block, Community: The Structure of Belonging hopeless until all causative factors have been tested and ruled out. Their resolve for eliminating causes of disease rather than managing symptoms is based on University of Cal- Jacqui Bishop ifornia, Los Angeles, research studies and sources quoted in a Health Advocates Worldwide documentary.

Project Yoga Richmond, established in 2010, makes Lisa Feiner yoga accessible to everyone in the city’s metro region.

Thirty yoga teachers lead pay-whatyou-can studio classes that help fund 22 outreach programs for underserved communities. Healing programs are designed for needs related to autism, recovery, seniors, special students and youths in the court system. “We also provide continuing instructor education, visiting teachers, workshops and other special events that deepen yoga

practice in our community,” says cofounder Dana Walters, who serves as the board of directors vice president.

Enriching Lives

As an Emmy Award-winning trumpeter, composer, educator and co-founder, conductor and artistic director of the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic (CJP), Orbert Davis is dedicated to multigenre projects. His collaborative research in 2012 while in Cuba on a people-topeople exchange accompanied by fellow musicians and River North Orbert Davis Dance Chicago’s Artistic Director Frank Chaves (now retired) proved to be a multifaceted boon.

It generated the philharmonic’s Havana Blue live performance in 2013 and ignited a weeklong cultural exchange with Cuba’s Universidad Ciudad de las Artes (ISA) during his return trip for the Havana International Jazz Festival in 2014. President Barak Obama’s announcement of the normalization of Cuban/U.S. diplomatic relations opened up the possibility for a continuing CJP/ ISA relationship, as well as their 2015 landmark partnered event when 37 ISA students traveled to Chicago to perform Scenes from Life: Cuba at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre. Davis promises more such events to come.

All of these individuals represent a small percentage of the game-changers actively moving to create an alternative future. Estés observes, “What is needed for dramatic change is an accumulation of acts; adding, adding to, adding more, continuing. We know that it does not take everyone on Earth to bring justice and peace, but only a small, determined group that will not give up during the first, second or hundredth gale.”

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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n The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals, Michael Pollan surmised that we’d be healthier if we ate the way our great-grandparents did. It would mean sticking to regularly scheduled meals instead of impulsive snacking, having a meat or protein item comprise only a quarter of our plate, adding fresh vegetables and eliminating junk food.

We must look further back than our immediate ancestors, counters Jo Robinson, a food journalist who surveyed more than 6,000 scientific research studies before writing her bestselling Eating on the Wild Side: The Missing Link to Optimum Health. She has also co-authored several other books, including The Omega Diet: The Lifesaving Nutritional Program Based on the Diet of the Island of Crete.

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“Many believe we have dumbed down the nutrition in our food over the past 100 years,” says Robinson, who lives and gardens on Vashon Island, Washington. “Research shows we have been breeding out proteins and minerals and most importantly, antioxidants, for much longer.”

She points out that the hunter-gatherer diet encompassed many wild foods that tasted more bitter, astringent, sour and earthy than the sweet blandness in today’s fruits and vegetables. Wild foods offered a wider variety of phytonutrients, but came at a cost—the time required to hunt and gather enough food for a day, let alone a season.

“Then, 12,000 years ago, we had a better idea—gardening,” says Robinson. “We evolved to 20 varieties in a garden versus 150 in wild plants.” First, farmers chose sweet, starchy, mild-tasting, oil-rich foods such as figs, dates and olives. “We’re hard-wired to choose high-calorie foods because they’re directly connected to the pleasure centers of the brain,” she adds.

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After that, the trend to grow sweeter-tasting, less nutritious plants snowballed. Robinson cites research that found adding one Golden Delicious apple to the daily diet of a small group of overweight men led to higher levels of undesirable low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides due to its high-fructose content and low levels of antioxidants (International Journal of Preventive Medicine).

Wilder Options Even organic farming methods, in which the soil is naturally enriched, can’t return all those lost nutrients to our food.

Rather than advocate that we return to eating wild foods, Robinson suggests finding wild equivalents. Even those that follow a paleo diet—presumably eaten by early humans and consisting chiefly of meat, fish, vegetables and fruit, excluding dairy, grain products and commercially processed items—could use further refinements in the produce they choose. She recommends specific varieties of fruits and vegetables and explains the benefits of “wild” foods such as meat, eggs and dairy from livestock and poultry fed on grass on her website, EatWild.com.

We can make smarter choices, seeking wilder-type varieties of foods at the grocery store, farmers’ market and garden seed companies. In general, they are more vividly colored, especially from red to purple, and less sweet.

Brightly colored fruits and vegetables indicate a botanical sunscreen the plant produces to protect itself from ultraviolet light and other external threats, notes Robinson; it’s an indication of a higher antioxidant activity.

“Find as many purple foods as possible because they have anthocyanins, known to fight cancer and inflammation,” suggests Robinson. “The original carrot from Afghanistan is purple.

It’s only been orange for the past 400 years when it was bred to salute the royal House of Orange, in the Netherlands.”

According to Robinson, we can also prepare our foods in ways that maximize their phytonutrient content. Eat fresh-picked asparagus and broccoli immediately or their natural sugars and antioxidants disappear. Let chopped or pressed garlic sit for 10 minutes before using so its pungent allicin—the healthy compound that benefits our health—will increase. Tear fresh lettuce the day before eating and keep it fresh in a plastic bag with poked holes, to allow the stillliving lettuce to rally its healthy compounds as if its battered leaves were repelling an insect attack.

This emerging science of polyphenols, the technical term for phytonutrients in our food, will be explosive, predicts this pioneering research-based author. “There’s a new study just about every month,” she finds. It can all lead toward breeding and growing more nutritious foods that are more readily accessible to everyone.

Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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hen wild foods are referenced, it is usually in connection with a restaurant (often high end) promoting a farm to table/foraged menu. While foraged foods are often featured menu items, they aren’t necessarily special, and it does’t take a professional chef or foraging expert to select and prepare these delicacies.

Educating oneself about nutrient dense wild foods is a straightforward and empowering activity. Many plants that are healthier to eat than most cultivated ones naturally grow in yards or local neighborhoods. For example, the seaweed that entangles legs when swimming in the summer is a super food source easily available locally.

The human body makes 30,000 different proteins in order to function properly. A diverse vitamin- and mineral-rich plant diet is full of the phytonutrient raw materials that help make these proteins which have been recognized as one of the primary foundations of a preventative health lifestyle. Wild foraged foods are an easy way to add this diversity to one’s diet.

Wild plants are generally found growing in areas with partial to full sun. These include open pastures, empty lots, meadows and farms. Before foraging, be sure the sites are clean and unpolluted. A great option is to become friendly with the local farmer or neighborhood gardener. Many of the weeds that they pull and discard are healthy to eat.

Identifying common edible plants is not difficult. There are numerous books and plenty of information is available online for the self-educator. For hands-on personal guidance, seek out local experts that teach and share this vital knowledge.

Another consideration is to cultivate one’s own wild edible garden. Over the course of a growing season, gardeners can easily grow 20 to 30 delicious nutrient-dense plants along with other standard vegetables in a tucked-away corner of the yard. Both annual and perennial plants make it easy to supplement a diet with these edibles year-round, a simple way to greatly enhance one’s personal health.

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Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women and its almost threefold increase since 1950—from 1 in 20 cases in 1950, to 1 in 8 in 2016—has prompted many questions and studies about underlying causes, as well as the possibilities for preventive breast health through a healthy lifestyle that incorporates good nutrition and regular exercise.

Here are some practices that can help:

Vitamin D, produced in the skin when the body is exposed to at least 15 to 30 minutes of sunlight, appears to have anticancer benefits, according to research recently published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. Vitamin D is found in fatty fish like salmon and sardines, as well as in fortified milk.

Favor Cruciferous Vegetables

Fat in the human body generates its own hormones. Excess body weight, particularly abdominal fat, can lead to increased levels of estrogen, and high estrogen levels have been linked with breast cancer. Eating two servings a week of cruciferous vegetables can help counteract excessive levels of estrogen.

Cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower contain anticancer, detoxifying substances that bind up estrogen and help eliminate it from the body. They also contain Indole-3-carbinol (indoles), which may have anticarcinogenic effects.

Balance the Body’s pH

Eat more alkaline-forming plant foods to maintain a proper pH balance. Shop for fresh fruit and vegetables; some dairy (cottage cheese and yogurt); organic chicken, turkey and grass-fed beef; and fish. Purchase dried beans (garbanzo and black beans), whole grains (brown rice and oats), nuts and seeds.

Eat Less Sugar

Excessive consumption of sweet fluids and foods results in high blood glucose levels that can negatively impact health and may be linked to several diseases, including cancer. Eat fewer sweet foods, including high-glycemic fruits such as watermelon and pineapple.

Avoid the high-fructose corn syrups commonly found in processed foods.

Add Micronutrients

Trace minerals important to health— such as magnesium, zinc, selenium and chromium—may be missing from today’s fruits and vegetables, because our soils are so depleted from modern agricultural methods. A high-quality nutritional supplement, along with probiotics, can be beneficial.

Use Healthy Seasonings

Several herbs and spices offer protective antioxidant properties, including cinnamon; ginger; curry powder (a spice mixture that contains curcumin, the bright yellow pigment in turmeric); onions; stevia; and garlic, which has powerful antifungal and antibiotic properties.

Drink Green Tea

Regularly consuming green tea, with its potent phytochemicals, may help lower the risk of cancer. Research in Japan and China, documented in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, suggests that green tea may help prevent, and possibly even reverse, some forms of the disease.

Exercise, Too

Good nutrition is essential, but so is a regular overall exercise program. While 40 percent of all Americans will eventually be diagnosed with cancer, only 14 percent of active Americans develop the disease.

Thirty minutes of exercise every other day cuts the risk for breast cancer by 75 percent. Exercise imparts multiple benefits, including tissue oxygenation, which thwarts the anaerobic

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“Many men have told us that they want to learn how to slow down and enjoy life more and that they are concerned about maintaining good health as they age,” says Kathryn Boger, founder of the studio. Dunbar, will also introduce participants to a mindfulness practice. “Staying present can profoundly change the way you manage daily stress and improve your overall health and perspective on life,” Boger says.

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lmost 60 percent of America’s pet cats are overweight, according to a survey by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. Feline obesity can lead to joint pain, hinder self-grooming and make it harder to use the litter box, all resulting in fat cats being left at shelters by frustrated owners.

Chubby kitties also are more prone to osteoarthritis, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, respiratory problems and non-allergic skin conditions. “Potential health problems make overweight cats harder to adopt,” says Deanna Schmidt, with the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, in Pittsburgh.

“On Fat Cat Tuesdays, we waive the adoption fee for cats 14 pounds and over. We counsel adoptive families and follow up so that ongoing healthy eating and exercise continues to melt away the pounds.”

Experts advise that a house cat should maintain the sleek, fluid motion of a jungle cat. Viewed from above, healthy cats have a distinct waistline, an inward curve between the rib cage and hips. Pick it up and step on the scale. The pet’s weight should comprise between six to 10 pounds of the total.

“The first time I saw healthy cats, I thought they looked small because I’d become used to seeing fat cats,” recalls Traci Pichette, founder of Pumeli tea and gift boxes, in St. Petersburg, Florida.

She’s not alone in her assessment.

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While free-feeding dry food is easier for owners and allows a cat to snack at will, some take advantage and overeat, often from boredom. To help the transition from always-available dry food to mealtime wet food, use kibble as a special treat.

Food puzzles, widely available online or in pet supply stores, will keep Kitty busy during the day. Homemade feeding puzzles work, too; put a small amount of kibble in a cardboard tube or small box, tape the end shut and randomly cut small holes in the sides.

Kitty will have to roll the tube or fit a paw inside to retrieve a treat.

“Free-feeding dry food is comparable to a constant supply of Fritos on our desk,” says Jackson Galaxy, author of Cat Daddy. “As far as the myth that dry food cleans teeth, I ask, do you floss with Melba toast? Dry food leaves plaque. A grain-free, wet food adds needed mois-

ture and fat to their diet. A cat’s teeth are designed to rip and tear, not crunch.”

“Changing my cat’s food to an all-wet diet slimmed her down to a healthy weight. I hated the smell, but it made sense to me that dry food was just carbs,” says Pichette. “At first, she whined at not having food all the time, but got used to it, and now she can eat treats in moderation. The cool thing is we’re all enjoying her increased energy and playfulness.”

Cats are obligate carnivores, which means their natural diet comprises 90 percent meat and 10 percent vegetable matter. A roaming cat’s native routine is to search for food, hunt, catch and eat, groom and nap. Because each catch is small, they eat frequently.

“There’s still an ancestor cat inside domesticated felines, a ‘raw’ cat that wants to hunt for its food,” explains Galaxy. “We need to play into that thinking and feed at intervals; ideally, every five hours or so, or at least in the morning, after work and about an hourand-a-half before bedtime.”

While the family’s morning and evening schedules mean just a quick scoop of food in the bowl, the third meal should be an interactive one. “A battery-operated toy or waving a laser light around is not play,” says Galaxy.

“Interactive play is not texting with one hand and wiggling the fishing pole toy with the other. You have to get up and move to let the cat search for the toy, watch and wait, then pounce. It engages the animal mentally and physically and brings the raw cat to the surface. When you reach the point of diminishing returns, the pet is tired and it’s time for a meal.” His foundation improves lives of shelter animals, teaching staff to clicker train, entertain and exercise their cats to make them more adoptable.

After an active day, the cat will be ready for bed, syncing its rhythm with the rest of the household. “A full play session satisfies natural instincts and prevents the cat from hunting your ankles as you sleep,” advises Galaxy.

“It’s not a luxury to have a variety of toys; it’s a necessity for having a quality relationship with a healthy cat.”

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In addition to cleaning homes, Debbie Sardone, owner of Speed Cleaning, in Lewisville, Texas, saw an opportunity to manufacture her own green cleaning products. They’re part of a full-line online catalog.

Ryan Riley and his wife, Ashley Spitz, of Los Angeles, own and operate Biz Bagz, dog waste bags made in America from bio-based resins and recycled plastics. He notes the genesis of their idea: “Landfills are anaerobic, so biodegradable bags don’t get the oxygen required to break down.

Compostable bags are available, but few places provide composting services. We offer a cleaner alternative.”

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People- and planet-friendly personal care products address other ongoing customer needs. Nitya Gulati, founder of Sugarloom Cosmetics, in Ashburn, Virginia, specializes in American-made, vegan, cruelty- and toxin-free nail polish. She advises, “Look for ‘five-free’ on the label, which means no formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate, toluene and allergens camphor and formaldehyde resin. Watch out for guanine, made from fish scales, found in glittery polishes.

Oleic acid, a thickener, is animal fat. Vibrant reds may contain carmine, made from boiled, crushed beetles.” She warns that products tested by a third party can obscure animal testing during product development.

Amelia Swaggert and Elizabeth Ripps, co-founders of California Scrub Company, in Los Angeles, upcycle coffee grounds into a natural facial scrub. They’ve eliminated plastic at every step of production from sourcing to packaging. They’re also helping to keep the world’s oceans from becoming plastic soup by supporting the Beat the Microbead campaign. (BeatTheMicrobead.org/en).

Maintaining a professional look while living green can be a challenge. OneSavvyMother.com found a stylish, eco-friendly, lightweight and durable tote bag designed by Natalie Therése. The vegan cork tote is made in Boxford, Massachusetts. Shavings from the bark of the cork oak tree grown in Portugal are transformed into ultrathin sheets to produce cork fabric; the certified organic cotton lining is produced in Korea and China in certified Global Organic Textile Standard and fair trade facilities.

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Shared bikes are a welcome addition at colleges for budget-minded and time-strapped students. Rented by the hour or day, they’re a convenient, healthy and non-polluting way to get around campus. New York University at Buffalo students can remotely locate, rent and unlock GPS-enabled bikes. At Williams College, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, the Purple Bike Coalition provides free use of bikes and a staffed repair station; a cargo bike helps transport larger objects.

Entrepreneurs are creative by nature; seeing a need and asking, “What if?” Eco-friendly, green-minded entrepreneurs take ideas a step farther, working to ensure the health of consumers and the planet. They succeed as they serve and inspire us all.

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Join us at our FREE demonstration!

Brett Mayette

Owner, Conscious Cuisine October 5th, 5:00PM - 7:00PM 139 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick, RI

Enjoy a cooking demonstration focusing on the innumerable ways wild plants and sea vegetables can be incorporated into your diet and how it can assist you on your wellness journey.

Register today at www.RIKB.com/events

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John of God Crystal Healing Bed – 9am4pm. Come experience an hour session in the John of God Crystal Healing Bed. Space limited, must reserve a session in advance. $50/1-hr session. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence. Ernie: 401-641-3516.

SpiritualistChurchRI.com.

Eckankar Worship Service – 7-7:30pm. Community HU chant. Chanting HU, an ancient name for God, connects us to divine love. All are invited, we do not discriminate. We are a Spiritual Center. Free.

Eckankar, 2914 Post Rd, Warwick. Eckankar-RI.org.

Psychic Faire in Provincetown, Mass – 10am5pm. Lisa Ashton will be doing mediumship readings where you talk to your loved ones who have passed. $35. The Sage Inn and Lounge, 336 Commercial St, Provincetown, MA. 508-487-6424. lashton1124.wixsite.com/mysite.

A New Relationship with Money Talk – 1-2:30pm.

In this interactive dialog, Kerry Cudmore will share her unique Spiritual Finance perspective, responding to your questions, comments and concerns about money relationships. $20/person, $30/2 people.

Glenn Ambrose’s Life Enhancement Center, 2076 Nooseneck Hill Rd, Coventry. 401-380-6707.

Life-Enhancement-Services.com.

Sunday, October 2 Eckankar Worship Service – 10-11:15am. Topic: How the Eck Initiation Opens Your Window to Heaven. All invited. Love abounds here, we do not discriminate. We are a Spiritual Center. Free.

Eckankar, 2914 Post Rd, Warwick. Eckankar-RI.org.

Creating Oil Perfumes and Solid Perfume Balms – 10:30am-4:30pm. This introductory perfume class focuses on creating oil based perfumes and solid perfumes utilizing organic oils and exotic butters and waxes. $350. Providence Perfume Co, 13 S Angell St, Providence. 401-455-2325. ProvidencePerfume.com.

Weed Identifying Walk – 11am-12:30pm. Brett will teach how to identify the tastiest edible nutritional weeds growing in the area. Wear comfortable shoes, bring a note pad. $10. Peckham Farm. For details, Conscious Cuisine, Kingston: 401-580-6919.

ConsciousCuisineRI.com.

Monday, October 3 Uplifting Connections Metaphysical – 10am-6pm.

Lisa will be giving mediumship and guardian angel readings, as well as reiki healings every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Call and ask for Lisa Ashton appt. $45. Uplifting Connections, 1355 Pleasant St, Bridgewater, MA. 508-697-2334. lashton1124.wixsite.com/mysite.

Shamanic Drum Healing – 6:30-8:30pm. Drum healings restore balance and bring us into alignment with our true nature through removal of blocks, returning lost power and soul parts. Bring a mat and blanket. With Katharine Rossi and Paul DiSegna. $35. The Soul Purpose, 1225 GAR Hwy, Swansea, MA. 774-264-1329. The-Soul-Purpose.com.

Reiki Share – 7-9pm. Come practice giving and receiving reiki. It is important for reiki practitioners, no matter their level, to receive healing as well as give it. $10. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence. SpiritualistChurchRI.com.

Yoga Philosophy Study & Exploration – 7-8:30pm.

To nourish our deeper interest in yoga join us for this monthly meeting to study and discuss the teachings and philosophy of yoga. By donation only. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown Commons, Middletown. 401-849-3200.

InnerlightYoga.com.

Wednesday, October 5 RIKB Visiting Chef: Brett Mayette – 5-7pm.

Enjoy a cooking demonstration focusing on the innumerable ways wild plants and sea vegetables can be incorporated into an everyday diet. Free. Rhode Island Kitchen & Bath, 139 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick. 401-463-1550. rikb.com/event/visiting-chef-series-brett-mayette.

Intuitive Collage 4-Part Series – 7-9pm. Let the spirit of creativity guide you thru a process of silent exploration with teacher Laurel Porter-Gaylord.

Uncover powerful messages. Oct 5, 12, 19, 26. $60.

Oak Moon, Reynolds School, 2nd Fl, 235 High St, Bristol. 401-429-8212.

Thursday, October 6 21-Day Detox and Elimination Diet – 7-8:30pm.

Join Naturopathic Doctor Erica LePore for a 4-wk guided detoxification program to improve health and vitality through a nourishing whole foods diet. $149.

All That Matters SK, 315 Main St, South Kingstown.

401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.

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Shamanic Dream Circle – 7-9pm. Explore your night dreams, waking dreams and active dreams from the shamanic perspective of power and healing. Share your dreams to open your perception and insight. With Katharine Rossi. $10. Fireseed, 194 Waterman St, 3rd Fl, Providence. 401-924-0567.

FireseedCenter.com.

Wednesday, October 12 Spirit Connection – 7-8:30pm. This will include meditations and connecting exercises to communicate with spirit and the other side. All are welcome. $20. Ascension NXT, 176 Main St, East Greenwich.

Register: 401-228-8348. AscensionNxt.com.

Thursday, October 13 Sea Vegetable Cooking Class – 6-9pm. Delicious introduction to cooking with seaweeds. Learn the basics of identifying common sea plants and how and why to incorporate them into your diet. Must preregister. $50/ person, $90/couple. Conscious Cuisine, Narragansett.

401-580-6919. ConsciousCuisineRI.com.

A Class For Cold and Flu Season – 6:30-8:30pm.

Keep your stress level low, immune system healthy and learn how to avoid colds and viruses with Diana Young. $45. Oak Moon, Reynolds School, 2nd Fl, 235 High St, Bristol. 401-429-8212.

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Private Readings at a Discount – Oct 8 & 9. 9am10pm. Make an appointment to have a mediumship reading, guardian angel reading, or clear your chakras/reiki healing at a discount. $30. Empathic Medium and Angel card Readings: 401-500-1908. lashton1124.wixsite.com/mysite.

Pranayama and Meditation – 4-9pm. Oct 15 11:30am-9pm; Oct 16 10:30am-6pm Being in charge of our attention is not as hard as we have made it, as boring as imagined, or as complicated as we’ve been told. Join this weekend workshop to learn more. $295. All That Matters EG, 63 Cedar Ave, Ste 10, East Greenwich. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.

Goddess Class – 2-4pm. Ashley V will be hosting a Goddess Class with a Halloween spin to it. This will be a workshop including meditation about connecting to the Divine Feminine. $25. Mindz Eye, 111 Airport Rd Unit Two, Warwick. Patti: 401-465-8400.

Sunday, October 9 Thai Yoga Bodywork – 1-4pm. Experience the ancient art of Thai bodywork that merges yoga, Buddhist philosophy and Ayurveda to promote healing, relaxation and vitality. $45. All That Matters SK, 315 Main St, South Kingstown. 401-782-2126.

AllThatMatters.com.

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Spiritual Cinema – 7-9pm. Spiritual movie The Young Messiah. After the movie we’ll discuss the messages to gain clarity and learn how to implement them in our daily lives. $10/person.

Glenn Ambrose’s Life Enhancement Center, 2076 Nooseneck Hill Rd, Coventry. 401-380-6707. LifeEnhancement-Services.com.

Saturday, October 15 Sleep, Blessed Sleep! – 10-11am. Can’t fall asleep or stay asleep? Good sleep is the natural medicine we are entitled to enjoy. Learn how Homeopathy can improve your sleep, low energy and mind fog. With Joy Pacitto, MS, CCH. Free. Classical Homeopath, 182 Gano St, Providence. Reserve a spot: 860-529-8313. JoyHomeopathy@gmail.com.

HomeopathyWithJoy.com.

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Weekend Natural Perfumery Intensive Course – Oct 15 & 16. 10:30am-8pm, Sat; 10:30am2pm, Sun. Workshops: Introduction to natural perfumery, creating solid perfumes using exotic waxes and butters, marketing/branding/sourcing/ promotion. $875. Providence Perfume Co, 13 South Angell St, Providence. 401-455-2325. Register: ProvidencePerfume.com.

Free 20-Minute Homeopathic Consult – 11am12pm. Insomnia or poor sleep? Enjoy a free consult just for you. Call to reserve your time. Homeopathy, which is safe, natural and has no side effects, can be your answer. With Joy Pacitto, MS, CCH. Classical Homeopath, 182 Gano St, Providence. Reserve a time: 860-529-8313. JoyHomeopathy@gmail.com.

HomeopathyWithJoy.com.

Weed Identifying Walk – 2-3:30pm. Brett will show you how to identify the tastiest nutritional weeds growing in the area. Wear comfortable shoes, bring a note pad. $10. Peckham Farm. For details, Conscious Cuisine, Kingston: 401-580-6919.

ConsciousCuisineRI.com.

Finding Happiness the Movie – 4-6pm. Begin the journey. A film presenting real people living dynamic, harmonious lives in real communities around the world. You’ll feel happy just watching it. Free; donation appreciated. Ananda Rhode Island, 40 Collins Rd, Hopkinton. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Sunday, October 16

markyourcalendar Rhode Island Holistic Healing Association’s (RIHHA) Holistic Awareness Expo – 10am5pm. 21 speakers and over 50 exhibitors will cover a wide variety of topics. Integrative Medicine Doctors, Naturopaths, and holistic practitioners will demonstrate energy techniques and alternative healing products. $15 admission, free/Children under 12. Visit website for further details or for an online, $12 early pay discount.

RIHHA, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick. rihha.org.

Lisa Ashton at RI Holistic Healing Association Fair – 10am-5pm. Lisa will be doing mediumship and guardian angel readings all day. Large fair; all holistic vendors. $35/reading. Crowne Plaza, 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick. 401-500-1908. lashton1124.wixsite.com/mysite.

Eckankar Worship Service – 10-11:15am. Topic: Discover Your Spiritual Mission. All are invited.

Love abounds here, we do not discriminate. We are a Spiritual Center. Free. Eckankar, 2914 Post Rd, Warwick. Eckankar-RI.org.

Monday, October 17 Guided Meditation – 6:45-7:45pm. Dedicated to the October Blood Moon and preparing for the winter months. This guided mediation will help with clearing and healing, guided imagery to releases blockages. $20. Ascension NXT, 176 Main St, East Greenwich. 401-228-8348. AscensionNxt.com.

Crystal Share: Chakras – 7-9pm. The topic of conversation and practice will be Chakra Crystals and using them for healing. $20. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence.

SpiritualistChurchRI.com.

Tuesday, October 18 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.

FireseedCenter.com.

Wednesday, October 19 Gong Bath: Healing with Sound – 6:30-8pm.

Come be immersed in the sound of gongs, Tibetan and crystal singing bowls, drums, flutes and other vibrational instruments, and find deep peace and greater clarity. $20/pre-registered, $25/at door.

Mystic Organics and More, 35 E Williams Ave, Mystic, CT. 860-245-4135. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com

markyourcalendar Thursday, October 20 Thyroid Problems? Nutrition Can Help – 6:307:30pm. The most common problem we see in this office is the thyroid gland. Workshop to discuss the relationship between nutrition and the thyroid.

Free health screening. Natural Health Solutions/ Dr. Bomback, 293 Linden St, Fall River, MA. 508-678-1233. DRBomback.com.

Friday, October 21

markyourcalendar Women’s Wilderness Weekend – Oct 21-23.

6pm, Fri-1pm, Sun. Self-development weekend for women with indoor and outdoor experiences in a beautiful natural setting. Variety of courses that will educate, entertain and challenge participants. $264 includes lodging and food. Women’s Wilderness Weekend of RI, URI Alton Jones Campus, West Greenwich. 401-615-9123. For more info & to RSVP: WomensWildernessRI.com.

HEARTful Parents – 6:30-8pm. De-stess and develop tools to help yourself and your family thrive. Explore mindfulness and meditation practices. $20. Soul Love: Children’s Wellness Center, 235 High St, Bristol. 401-680-3555.

Bethany@OurLovevolution.com.

Monthly World Compassion Evening – 6:308pm. Gathering for those who wish to participate in collective forgiveness work directed towards the suffering on the planet. Guided group meditation of loving-kindness. With Shari Bitsis. $10 donation to go to local charity. Oak Moon Art Studio, Reynolds School, 235 High St, 2nd Fl, Bristol. RSVP: 401-465-4249, ShariBitsis@gmail.com.

Saturday, October 22 Reiki Level 2 Training – 9am-4pm. Deepen your reiki practice by learning 3 sacred symbols, distant healing, and chakra balancing with Reiki Master & instructor Billy Downing. Level 1 certificate required. $200. Beloved: a yoga practice, 235 High St, 2nd Fl, Bristol. 401-787-8877.

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Monthly World Compassion Day – 11am-12:30pm.

Gathering for those who wish to participate in collective forgiveness work directed towards the suffering on the planet. Guided group meditation of loving kindness. With Shari Bitsis. $10 donation to go to local charity. The Healing Journey Annex, 673 Main St, Warren. 401-465-4249. ShariBitsis@gmail.com.

Basics of Perfumery Class – 12-2pm. Would you like to learn more about the basics of perfumery and create a chemical-free perfume that you make and take home? This fun introductory class is for you and your friends. $75. Providence Perfume Co, 13 S Angell St, Providence. 401-455-2325.

ProvidencePerfume.com.

Workshop: Yoga for Men – 1-3pm. This class will address men’s specific needs to de-stress, stay strong and improve flexibility. No prior experience needed. David Dunbar, Kripalu Certified, RYT 200. $40; $35 when you sign-up with a friend. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, 2nd Fl of Zen Center, Cumberland. 401-658-4802.

TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

Children’s HEARTshop: Ages 7-12 – 1-4pm. A workshop designed to expand a child’s experience with mindfulness and self-love. Children explore who they are, strengthening their self-confidence and self-awareness. $45. Soul Love: Children’s Wellness Center, 235 High St, Bristol. 401-680-3555.

Bethany@OurLovevolution.com.

Psychic Card Readings with Aaron Roy – 1-5pm. Aaron uses Angel and Oracle card decks to provide you with the information you seek. 1-hr and 1/2-hr sessions available by appt. $50/hour, $30/1/2 hr. Glenn Ambrose’s Life Enhancement Center, 2076 Nooseneck Hill Rd, Coventry. 401380-6707. For appt: Gemtree456@gmail.com.

Life-Enhancement-Services.com.

The Science and Practice of Breath – 2-5pm.

Come learn more about your most intimate partner–your breath. From anatomy to breathing patterns, come explore the power of breath work. $65.

All That Matters EG, 63 Cedar Ave, Ste10, East Greenwich. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.

Foraged Foods Cooking Class – 2-5pm. Learn by helping us to prepare delicious healthful foods from wild foraged ingredients. Bring an appetite and your curiosity. $50/person, $90/couple. Conscious Cuisine, Narragansett. Preregistration required, Brett: 401-580-6919. ConsciousCuisineRI.com.

Flow and Glow Black Light Yoga – 7-9pm. Join this special 90-min flow-style yoga class set to Remixed by Girish. Let the glow of black lights and sound of rhythmic music allow you to more more freely. $25. All That Matters Sk, 315 Main St, South Kingstown. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.

Sunday, October 23 Basics of Perfumery Class – 12-2pm. Would you like to learn more about the basics of perfumery and create a chemical-free perfume that you make and take home? This fun introductory class is for you and your friends. $75. Providence Perfume Co, 13 S Angell St, Providence. 401-455-2325.

Young Fish School of World Drumming – 1011:30am. Family and community drum gathering.

Bring your own or we will provide a drum. Learn rhythms from around the world. $12/adults, $10/ kids, $40/family of 4+. Oak Moon, Reynolds School, 2nd Fl, 235 High St Bristol. 401-429-8212.

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Life Transformation Workshop – 6:30-8pm. Do you feel stuck or unfulfilled in some parts of your life? Start breaking free at this new workshop.

Learn 3 essential keys for a more fulfilling life. With Alyson Franz. Free. Paradigm Shift, LLC, 1395 Atwood Ave, Ste 201, Johnston. 401-413-5358.

ParadigmShiftRI@gmail.com.

Wednesday, October 26 Meditation and Messages with Ernie – 7-9pm.

Enjoy a guided meditation followed by a sharing of spirit messages at the First Spiritualist Church of RI. Come develop your own intuitive abilities. $10.

First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence. SpiritualistChurchRI.com.

Thursday, October 27 Awakening through Drum Healing – 10am-12pm.

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 lost parts to the self, remove energetic blocks and restores harmony. $35/person; group format. 150 Adirondack Dr, E Greenwich. To register: 401-736-6500, Paul@Energy-N-Elements.com.

Jin Shin Jyutsu Self-Care Class – 6:30-8pm.

Mara Prentice, DC, will teach you Jin Shin Jyutsu, (a Japanese Harmonizing Art) self-care techniques that when used help bring balance, harmony and greater self awareness. $15. Beloved: a yoga practice, 235 High St, 2nd Fl, Bristol. 401-787-8877.

BelovedAYogaPractice@gmail.com.

Friday, October 28 Shamanic Drum Healing – 6:30-8:30pm. Drum healings restore balance and bring us into alignment with our true nature through removal of blocks, returning lost power and soul parts. Bring a mat and blanket. With Katharine Rossi and Paul DiSegna. $35. Beloved: a yoga practice, 235 High St, Reynolds Building, Bristol. 401-787-8877.

BelovedAYogaPractice@gmail.com.

Gong Bath Meditation – 7:30-9pm. Gongs of Joy, with guest Shawn Aceto, will help energize and balance each of your 7 energy centers through the deep vibration and resonance of the gongs, bowls and drums. $20/pre-registered, $25/at door. Breathing Time Yoga, 541 Pawtucket Ave, Pawtucket.

401-722-9876. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com.

Saturday, October 29 Whispers from Eternity – 10am-12pm. Come, explore Yogananda’s spiritual classic, Whispers From Eternity, a book of prayers, chants and sacred poetry.

Bring lunch and meditate in the afternoon if you wish.

Suggested donation $10. Ananda Rhode Island, 40 Collins Rd, Hopkinton. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

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Intro To Yoga – 3-4:30pm. Curious about yoga and never tried it before? Wondering what it might feel like for you? This is truly Yoga 101. No need to sit on the floor with your knees crossed. $10. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown Commons, Middletown. 401-849-3200.

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GROUP MANIFESTATION n REIKI n MINDFULNESS MEDITATION Sleep, Blessed Sleep: Where is it? – 10am-11pm.

Can’t fall asleep or stay asleep? Good sleep is the natural medicine we are entitled to enjoy. Learn how homeopathy can improve your sleep naturally. With Joy Pacitto, MS, CCH. Free. Classical Homeopath, 182 Gano St, Providence. To reserve: 860-529-8313. JoyHomeopathy@gmail.com.

HomeopathyWithJoy.com.

Psychic Fair – 10am-4pm. Come experience a psychic, mediumship or card reading. We will also have vendors, chair massage, a John of God Crystal Healing Bed and more. Free entry, pay per service.

First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence. SpiritualistChurchRI.com.

Homeopathy for Insomnia & Poor Sleep – 11am12pm. Enjoy a free 20-min consult just for you.

Homeopathy, which is safe, natural and has no side effects, can help. A lack of sleep is maddening. Stop the suffering. With Joy Pacitto, MS, CCH. Free. Classical Homeopath, 182 Gano St, Providence. To reserve: 860-529-8313. JoyHomeopathy@gmail.com.

HomeopathyWithJoy.com.

Halloween Sale – 11am-6pm. $20 readings and 20% off all product. Free admission. Ascension NXT, 176 Main St, East Greenwich. 401-228-8348. For details: AscensionNxt.com.

Relax, Restore, Renew – 3-5pm. Replenish your body, mind and spirit with a practice of gentle movement followed by deeply supported poses accompanied by soothing breath-work, guided relaxation and mantra. $25. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown Commons, Middletown. 401-849-3200. InnerlightYoga.com.

Wednesday, November 2 Honoring Loss – Nov 2 & 4. 6:30-9pm, Wed; 6-9pm, Fri. Through yoga, guided meditation and breath work explore the effects grief has on your body and mind as well as the spiritual teachings loss bring. $50. Bring a yoga mat and journal. Beloved: a yoga practice, 235 High St, 2nd Fl, Bristol. 401-787-8877.

Saturday, November 5 The Grace School Open House - 11am-1pm. The Grace School at Meeting Street will hold an Open House for students enrolling in K through 7th grade.

Come experience the unique learning environment.

Free. Meeting Street, 1000 Eddy Street, Providence.

401-533-9100. meetingstreet.org/.

markyourcalendar FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Living & Dying with Confidence Talk and Book Signing – 7-8:30pm. The Center for Nonviolence & Peace Studies is pleased to present Tibetan Buddist Teachings with Tibetan Tulku Anyen Rinpoche. Public talk & book signing.

Free. Kingston Free Library, 2605 Kingstown Rd, Kingstown. annpsyd@verizon.net.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Weekend Tibetan Buddhist Teaching – Nov 19 & 20. 10am-4pm. Taming the Mind to Find Peace Within. Tibetan Buddist Teachings with Tibetan Tulku Anyen Rinpoche. $60/day; enjoy one day or both days. Center for Nonviolence & Peace Studies, URI Multicultural Center, 74 Lower College Rd, Kingston. More info: 401-529-2020 or annpsyd@verizon.net.

Sunday, November 27 Mind Body Spirit Life Expo – 11am-5pm. A full one-day event for those interested in enhancing all areas of their life mind, body and spirit. Vendors, live presentations, speakers, demonstrations and product sales. $20 at door; discount tickets available.

Crowne Plaza Hotel, 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick.

MindBodySpiritRI.com.

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ongoingcalendar sunday Celebration of Life Service – 9:15-10:30am. Come, celebrate your spiritual magnificence with inspirational music, affirmative prayer, meditation, lessons in the Science of Mind; children’s program and child care. Teens meet last Sunday of each month. Free.

Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 W Shore Rd, Warwick. 401-732-1552. ConcordiaCSL.com.

Pilates Mat – 9:30-10:30am. A classically based Pilates mat class that offers a complete body workout with focus on core strength, flexibility, balance and breath. All levels welcome. $20. Providence Pilates Center, 189 Cole Ave, Providence. 401-480-0193.

ProvidencePilatesCenter.com.

Sundays 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 Center, 40 Collins Rd, Hopkinton. 401-524-4766. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Providence Flea Fall Location – Thru Oct 30.

10am-4pm. Juried, urban flea market. Unusual finds, art, fashion, local crafts, curiosities, furniture, food trucks and more. Free. Providence Flea, Corner of Friendship & Chestnut St, across from Starbucks, Providence. ProvidenceFlea.com.

monday Pilates Mat – 9:15-10:15am. Pilates is the ultimate mind-body exercise for anyone who wants to tone, streamline and realign their body without building bulk. Mat class is appropriate for beginners. $22/ class; monthly packages available. Aull Pilates, 1077 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. 401-619-4977.

AullPilates.com.

Strength & Conditioning – 5:30-6:30pm. Class is a full-body strength training combined with cardio intervals to build lean muscle. $22. Aull Pilates, 1077 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. 401-619-4977.

AullPilates.com.

Meditation Group – 6:15-7:30pm. Learn skills to tame the mind and connect to the peace that is, “always right here.” Silent and guided meditation practice. All levels welcome. With Ann Porto, PsyD. Closed Monday Holidays. $15/walk-in, $78/6 sessions prepaid. Check or cash only. Laughing Elephant Yoga, 4372 Post Rd, 1st Fl, East Greenwich.

401-529-2020.

Meditative Yoga Flow – 6:30-8pm. Continuing level. Learn how to practice yoga to quiet the mind and to access intuitive wisdom. Experienced teacher: K. Boger, RYT500. New students: $49/1 mo unlimited yoga. $16/drop-in, $13/Flex Pass. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, 2nd Fl of Zen Center, Cumberland. 401-658-4802.

TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

Group Manifestation for You & Earth – 7-9:30pm.

Every other week, Oct 10 & 24. We visualize and develop scripts filled with positive emotions in order to group manifest for each other and Earth. Guided meditation format. With Shari Bitsis. $15. Spirit of Agape, 165 Elm St, Seekonk, MA. 401-465-4249.

ShariBitsis@gmail.com.

tuesday Pilates Mat/Pilates Arc Group Class – 11:30am12:30pm. This class incorporates classical Pilates mat exercises with the Pilates arc barrel to help work on spinal extension, dynamic stretch and core strength. All levels. $20. Providence Pilates Center, 189 Cole Ave, Providence. 401-480-0193.

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Barre Balance – 5:30-6:30pm. Class incorporates work on the ballet barre for increased overall core strength, stability and flexibility. No previous experience required. $12-$15. Kinetic Expressions, LLC, 400 Reservoir Ave, Ste LL-O, lower level Calart Tower, Providence. 401-467-4325. KExpressions.com.

Kripalu & Yin Yoga: Cumberland – 6-7:15pm.

All level: moderate posture flow, and slow and deep floor work including restorative yoga to help you unwind and move into a restful evening. $12-13/Flex Pass; $16/drop-in. New students: $49/1 mo unlimited yoga. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, 2nd Fl of Zen Center, Cumberland.

401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

Intermediate Mindfulness Studies – Oct 5 - Nov 9 - 6:30-8:30pm. Ongoing support and study group.

Mindfulness meditation with emphasis on metaphysics and empathy. Hour discourse followed by meditation. With Shari Bitsis. $10/class, $30/4 classes. The Healing Journey Annex, 673 Main St, Warren. RSVP: 401-465-4249, ShariBitsis@gmail.com.

Beginner’s Series – 7-8:15pm. Attend this series and be inspired by the clarity of mind, uplifted spirit and strong, flexible body that regular yoga practice brings. $10. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown Commons, Middletown. 401-849-3200. InnerlightYoga.com.

wednesday Booty Barre – 9-10am. An energetic, fun workout that fuses dance, Pilates and yoga. It will tone, define and sculpt the entire body. A great combo of strength and flexibility. $22. Aull Pilates, 1077 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. 401-619-4977. AullPilates.com.

Fascial Fitness – 10-11am. It focuses on the connective tissue of the body. By addressing our “kinks” we’re able to have better tone, more flexibility and increased injury resistance. $22/class; monthly packages available. Aull Pilates, 1077 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. 401-619-4977. AullPilates.com.

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Spin/Pilates Tower – 11:30am-12:30pm. A total body workout with cardio for the first half with spinning and then toning/strength for the second half on the Pilates Towers. All levels. Max 5 students. $30.

Providence Pilates Center, 189 Cole Ave, Providence.

401-480-0193. ProvidencePilatesCenter.com.

Ananda Noon Meditation Wickford – 12-1pm.

Group meets weekly at Shanti House for meditation, uplifting chants and inspirational readings.

Beginners welcome. Donation. Ananda Center, 494 Anaquatucket Rd, North Kingstown. 401- 667-7315.

401-524-4766. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Mindful Mental Health and Recovery – 6-7pm.

Begins Oct 19. Peer support group led by professional staff experienced in holistic mental health.

Groups will balance mindfulness practice, feedback and coping skills. Pay what you can. Kinetic Expressions, LLC, 400 Reservoir Ave, Ste LL-O, on the lower level of the Calart Tower, Providence.

Nikolai@OmPowermentPsych.com.

Meditation Instructors Class – 6-8:30pm. 8-week certified class. Gain the skills you need to be a meditation instructor and help others attain a life of peace and ease; a spiritual tool for your spiritual tool box. $150 includes workbook. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 W Shore Rd, Warwick.

401-486-9650.

Beginner Mindfulness Series – 6:30-8:30pm.

5-part series for those interested in mindfulness studies. Held: Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 9. Topics: Working with the body, thoughts & emotions. Heart practices.

With Shari Bitsis. $120. Beloved: A Yoga Practice, Reynolds School, 235 High St, 2nd Fl, Bristol.

RSVP: 401-465-4249, ShariBitsis@gmail.com.

Spiritual Book Club – 7-8:30pm. We’re starting Sermon on the Mount by Emmet Fox in Oct. You can attend 1 or all workshops. This month’s workshops held on Wednesdays, Oct 5 & 12 and Thursurdays, Oct 20 & 27. $10/person. Glenn Ambrose’s Life Enhancement Center, 2076 Nooseneck Hill Rd, Coventry. 401-380-6707. Life-Enhancement-Services.com.

Sunday Celebration Service 9:15 — 10:30 AM

thursday Yoga Lift – 9:30-10:30am. Practice basic yoga poses in this uplifting class. Be grounded and revived for the day ahead. Great for beginners. $15 drop-in. Quonny Yoga/Quonochontaug Grange, 5662 Post Rd, Rte 1, Charlestown. 401-266-1187.

QuonnyYoga.com.

Morning Yoga: Cumberland – 9:45-11am. All level: blend of kripalu, yin & restorative yoga for healing body, mind and soul. Mindfulness practice emphasized. New students: $49/1 mo unlimited yoga. $12-13/Flex Pass; $16/drop-in. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, 2nd Fl of Zen Center, Cumberland. 401-658-4802.

TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

Pilates Mat – 10:30-11:30am. A classically based Pilates mat class for all levels. Work core strength, flexibility, balance, breath. A total body workout.

All levels welcome. $20. Providence Pilates Center, 189 Cole Ave, Providence. 401-480-0193.

ProvidencePilatesCenter.com.

Quonny Yoga – 4:30-6pm. In this hatha and Forrestinspired class the focus is on breath and alignment.

Props are encouraged and provided. Be challenged and deeply relaxed by the end of class. $15. Quonny Yoga/Quonochontaug Grange, 5662 Post Rd, Rte 1, Charlestown. 401-266-1187. QuonnyYoga.com.

Meditation Group – 6:30-7:15pm. Join us for our weekly meditation and spiritual discussion group.

Discover various styles of meditation from guided imagery to mindfulness; relax and enjoy life’s pleasure. Free. North Providence Library, Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence. 401-486-9650. bgilfillan1@gmail.com.

Pilates Mat – 6:30-7:30pm. Pilates mat classes offer a full body workout utilizing all the fundamental movements and basic Pilates exercise principles. $16/class; packages available. Rhode Island Pilates Studio, 622 George Washington Hwy, rear of Mall, behind Stop & Shop, Lincoln. 401-335-3099.

RIPilatesStudio.com.

Restorative Yoga for Deep Relaxation – 6:307:45pm. “This yoga is different! You have to experience it to feel how deeply relaxing it is,” K.S. It calms the nervous system and quiets the mind. No prior experience needed. New student: $49/1 mo unlimited; $16. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, 2nd Fl of Zen Center, Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

Youth Program ages 5 and up 9:15 — 10:30 AM Teen Program ages 13 and up Childcare provided for children under 5 Community Fellowship immediately following

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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. To register: 401-464-1634 or Info@TheProvidenceInstitute.org. TheProvidenceInstitute.org.

friday Pilates Mat – 10-11am. Pilates mat classes offer a full body workout utilizing all the fundamental movements and basic Pilates exercise principles. $16/class; packages available. Rhode Island Pilates Studio, 622 George Washington Hwy, rear of Mall, behind Stop & Shop, Lincoln. 401-335-3099.

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Pilates Mat – 12-1pm. It is the ultimate mind-body exercise for anyone who wants to tone their body.

It is appropriate for beginners, while also being challenging to the most advanced student. $22/ class; monthly packages available. Aull Pilates, 1077 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. 401-619-4977.

AullPilates.com.

saturday Stretch and Stress Relief – 8:15-9am. A relaxing and gentle class, designed to reduce/relieve stress, create flexibility, and calm the mind and body. Influenced by yoga, Pilates and mindfulness practices.

Pay what you can. Kinetic Expressions, LLC, 400 Reservoir Ave, Ste LL-O, lower level Calart Tower, Providence. 401-467-4325. KExpressions.com.

Barre Class – 9-10am. Designed to tone, trim, and transform the body with a fusion of ballet barre, Pilates and resistance training. $16/class; package available. Rhode Island Pilates Studio, 622 George Washington Hwy, rear of Mall, behind Stop & Shop, Lincoln. 401-335-3099. RIPilatesStudio.com.

Barre Balance – 9:15-10:15am. Class incorporates work on the ballet barre for increased overall core strength, stability, and flexibility. No previous experience required. Pay what you can. Kinetic Expressions, LLC, 400 Reservoir Ave, Ste LL-O, lower level Calart Tower, Providence. 401-467-4325.

KExpressions.com.

Barre Fusion – 10-11am. A complete workout using the ballet barre; light hand weights; resistance bands; small balls to lengthen, strengthen and tone. All levels. $20. Providence Pilates Center, 189 Cole Ave, Providence. 401-480-0193.

ProvidencePilatesCenter.com.

Children’s Mindfulness Group – 10-11am. A mindfulness-based group for children ages 7-12 to foster self-love, awareness and acceptance. $20. Soul Love: Children’s Wellness Center, 235 High St, Bristol. 401-680-3555. Bethany@OurLovevolution.com.

Expressive Arts and Movement Group – 10:3011:30am. This group is a fun and creative way for children (ages 5-7) to express themselves, using dance, music, integrated art and play. $48/month.

Kinetic Expressions, LLC, 400 Reservoir Ave, Ste LL-O, on the lower level of the Calart Tower, Providence. More info: KExpressions.com.

Tai Chi for Beginners – 12-1pm. Learn the 24 Posture Tai Chi form for fun, and for all its health benefits. Flexible class times include Wednesday, 1pm; Thursday, 7:30pm. New students may attend a trial class. $210/12 wks. The Way of the Dragon, 373 Taunton Ave, East Providence. 401-435-6502.

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communityresourceguide acupuncture SIMPLICITY ACUPUNCTURE LLC

Dr. Feilei Huang 1077 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown, RI 02842 401-297-5514 infosacu@gmail.com simplicityacupuncture.com We are dedicated to providing the supreme oriental health care to the community. Our disposable needles and herbs are the highest quality available. Patients receive individualized acupuncture treatment with BioMat therapy in a comfortable and relaxing environment. Dr. Huang has helped a wide range of conditions including Pain, Women’s Health, Infertility, Digestive Disorders, Allergies, Detox, Relaxation and more.

addiction specialist / holistic counselor Glenn Ambrose’s Life Enhancement Center

Glenn Ambrose 2076 Nooseneck Hill Rd. Coventry, RI 401-380-6707 GAmbrose.LES@gmail.com Life-Enhancement-Services.com

Addiction takes many forms including alcohol/drugs, eating-disorders, shopping & relationships to name a few. Whatever the addiction is, recovery and adjusting to a life of balance, peace and happiness requires help. As a certified coach with 12 years experience in addiction and guiding clients to health, I’m confident that if you’re open to change I can help you achieve it.

angel card readings medium and guardian angel reader Readings in person or by telephone Middletown, RI 401-500-1908 EmpathicAngelReadings.com

I specialize in mediumship readings, and connect to your loved ones, family and friends, that have passed. It brings such a sense of closure and peace to know they are safe and they are around you. You have the opportunity to speak to them as well. Meet your own guardian angels and speak to them about your career path, life, love, and future. I also do house harmonizations.

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Esthetician 360 FACE MIND BODY

Michelle Maynard 635 Arnold Rd, Coventry, RI 401-886-1938 360FaceMindBody.com

chiropractic Dr. Richard Picard 342 Atwood Avenue Cranston, RI 401-942-6967 DrRichardPicard.com

With 25 years of experience, Dr. Picard has helped thousands of patients recover from various health challenges with chiropractic care. Dr. Picard is unique; he looks at the body from a holistic perspective and focuses on wellness. He provides traditional nutrition and natural medicine to help heal the tissues of the body that are in need of repair. This in combination with chiropractic care creates a dynamic healing response within the body. Don’t deal with your pain and health challenges alone, call someone who cares.

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 9.

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Massage Envy Spa 1000 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, RI 02920 401-275-4900 MassageEnvy.com

Dr. Lorri Haber-DiBoni 14 Cedar Swamp Road Smithfield, RI 02917 HaberDiboni.com

Haber-DiBoni Chiropractic is a family focused practice, welcoming individuals of all ages. For the past 20 years we have successfully helped patients relieve pain and discomfort (without medication) and maintain their health and wellbeing. In addition to being a Chiropractor, Dr. Haber-DiBoni is a Reiki practitioner promoting stress reduction and relaxation.

Malchar Chiropractic Wellness Center

Dr. Victoria Malchar, DC, CCSP 33 College Hill Rd, Building 30C Warwick MalcharChiropractic.com 401-826-7600 Dr. Victoria Malchar, DC. is the owner and lead physician at Malchar Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Warwick, RI. As a strong advocate for combining Chiropractic care and natural health care alternatives for a total wellness approach to the patient, she has been blazing the trail for combination care in New England for over 30 years. See ad on page 21.

Specializing in customized therapeutic skincare services. Massage Envy offers Murad facials and products. The Murad approach is a three-step process that focuses on healing your skin from the inside out. As a graduate of the Elizabeth Grady school of Esthetics and Massage Therapy, Iris specializes in providing facial services that promote healthy skin through relaxation, skincare education, and therapeutic massage techniques. See ad on page 11.

Expressive art therapy Kinetic Expressions, LLC: Holistic Healing and Movement Center

Kerri Peterson Weaver, R-DMT, M.A. 400 Reservoir Avenue, Suite LL-O Providence, RI 02907 (located on the lower level of the Calart Tower) 401-467- HEAL • KExpressions.com We provide an integrated therapeutic approach offering Expressive Art Therapies, holistic wellness and counseling. If you or your teen is struggling, let us hold a safe, creative and supportive space to find your personal way of healing and recreate connections to your whole-self: body, mind and spirit. See ad on page 27.

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fireseed center for transformation

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.

Flipp Hair Salon and Reflexology Center

38 Transit St Providence 401-274-1981 • FlippSalon.com Positive space aiming to interconnect art, wellness and all things beautiful to the eye and to the soul.

Offering hair, makeup,refexology,acupuncture,ma ssage and herbalism. See ad on page 27.

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health food store NATURE’S GOODNESS 510 East Main Rd Middletown, RI 401-847-7480 NaturesGoodnessRI.com

For 28 years we have been providing the finest quality Natural & Organic Whole Foods, Nutritional Products, Body Care, Athletic Supplements, Natural Pet Care and Healthful Information in a fun, comfortable and inspirational environment. We are open daily. Please visit our website for a wealth of information.

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holistic medicine Integrative Center for Chronic Diseases Donna Zaken, RN, MSN, APRN 35 South Angell St, Providence, RI 401-585-7877 ChronicDiseases@DonnaZaken.com DonnaZaken.com

Donna Zaken is a Nurse Practitioner dually trained in Western and Holistic medicine, specializing in Lyme disease. She also excels at treating all symptoms/conditions, and is especially good with difficult-to-diagnose cases. By finding the root cause, healing is facilitated. Her safe and natural approach may eliminate your need for prescription and other medications.

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Oak Moon: Creative Pathways to Spirit

Colleen K. Kelley 235 High Street, Reynolds School, Bristol RI 401-429-8212 OakMoonCreativePathwaysToSpirit.com Colleen is a Nature-Centered Artist and Aes Sidhe Shaman who offers profound liberation through creative self-exploration, story-medicine and private shamanic sessions. At Colleen’s Oak Moon Art Studio, you will experience an environment grounded in spirited, artful adventures to engage your own joyful self-discovery and happiness.

Soul Wisdom Healing @ The Womens Well

934 East Main Rd Portsmouth, RI 401-662-6642 or 401-847-6551 TarotNewport.com crismccullough-holistic.com

Get to the Heart of the matter with Integrative, holistic, intuitive guidance with Cris McCullough Holistic Tarot, Numerology and Spiritual Astrology, Body Talk, Master Reiki, Crystal Attunement. In person or by phone. Make your appointment now!

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250 Centerville Road, Building E Warwick, RI 401-921-5934 ThePetterutiCenter.com

hypnosis Newport Center for Hypnotherapy and Hypnosis Training Suzi Nance, CHT, CI 123 Bellevue Avenue, Newport RI 401-835-1736 NewportCenterForHypnotherapy.com Ready for change? Using the power of your subconscious, hypnosis can make it happen!! Call now to schedule a sessions to get healthy, quit smoking, de-stress, rid yourself of limiting thoughts, fears and phobias or find your inner strength, passion or motivation. Thinking of a New Career? Think Hypnosis!

We offer The National Guild of Hypnosis Certified Training Course, call for more information..

Thought Alchemy’s Transformation Center

Rose Siple, Certified Hypnotherapist ThoughtAlchemy.guru 774-991-0574 • info@thoughtalchemy.guru Transform yourself and achieve your goals through the trans-formative healing process of hypnotherapy!

Aren’t you tired of talking about it and thinking about it? We specialize in Virtual Gastric Band Hypnosis for weight loss. Call today. See ad on page 11.

Dr. Petteruti is a triple-board certified physician designed to bring you the very best in anti-aging, concierge medicine, weight loss, hormones, and aesthetic services. The Drip Bar, which is located inside the Center, provides IV Vitamin Infusions for energy, immunity, cancer, Lyme, detox, and weight loss. See ad on page 9.

holistic psychotherapy Soul Love: Children’s Wellness Center Bethany Vendituoli, LICSW 235 High Street Bristol RI 401-680-3555 ourlovevolution.com

Counseling and group work for children and families, utilizing a holistic and intuitive approach to assist clients in coming back into alignment with their authentic selves. Through heart centered mindfulness based practices and creative selfexpression, clients strengthen their acceptance of themselves and others, cultivate empathy, awareness and self-love.

homeopathy Homeopathy With Joy

182 Gano St, #1 Providence RI 860-529-8313 JoyHomeopathy@Gmail.com HomeopathyWithJoy.com Do you or your family have a homeopath? Homeopathy, holistic medicine, is the second fastest growing method of health care worldwide. Joy Pacitto MS, CCH, a board certified classical homeopath is honored to offer homeopathic health services to Rhode Island, her home state. Book your Free 20 minute complimentary consultation.

interfaith minister INTERFAITH MINISTER

Rev. Natalia de Rezendes Slatersville, RI 401-766-8316 • nathalia47@aol.com GatheringGuide.com • OneVoiceCentral.com Create the Wedding ceremony of your heart’s desire with Rev. Natalia! Whether it be traditional or non-traditional or an Interfaith marriage. All types of love unions welcomed! Rev. Natalia co-creates ceremonies with you and enhances the beauty of your traditions: weddings, baby christenings and namings, seasonal healing rituals, memorials and funerals.

intuitive counseling The Carrington Agency

Ron Ash 39 Carrington Street, Suite 202 Lincoln, RI 561-203-0228 347-537-GIFT TheCarringtonAgency.com The best way to predict the future is to create it. An Intuitive Life Coach takes a Metaphysical approach to Intuitive Counseling; identifying root issues, accessing key problems and formulating a highly effective approach and resolution. Through proven Intuitive Coaching Techniques an Intuitive Life Coach can help you to move confidently in the direction of your dreams.

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naturopathic physicians Sheila M. Frodermann, MS, ND, DHANP, CCH

Providence Wholistic Healthcare 144 Waterman St, Providence, RI 401-455-0546 • ProvidenceWholistic.com Holistic family health care providing diet, nutrition and lifestyle coaching, herbal & homeopathic medicines toward optimizing health and wellness naturally - for all. Naturopathic doctor - Certified Classical Homeopath - Bowen practitioner. See ad on page 31.

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Farmacy Herbs Dr. Marcy Feibelman, ND 28 Cemetery St Providence, RI 508-343-0580 Marcy@ LeavesOfChangeMedicine.com LeavesOfChangeMedicine.com Holistic Medicine and individual patient care. Safe and effective natural solutions including nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy and hydrotherapy.

Supporting you on your journey to health.

Nature Cures Naturopathic Clinic

Dr. Cathy Picard, N.D. 250 Eddie Dowling Hwy, North Smithfield, RI 401-597-0477 • DrCathyPicard.com Whole-person health care for the entire family using safe and effective natural medicines. Meeting your health care needs with homeopathy, herbal medicine, nutrition and biotherapeutic drainage.

Focus includes pediatrics and childhood developmental issues including autism and ADHD.

nutrition response testing NATURAL HEALTH SOLUTIONS

Dr. Laura Bomback 293 Linden St, Fall River, MA 508-678-1233 DrBomback.com Our mission at Natural Health Solutions is to improve the health of our community by providing natural options for most health issues and guidance toward the understanding that real solutions can be achieved with real nutrition. I have been helping people for close to 25 years achieve a higher level of health through both nutrition and chiropractic. See ad on page 15.

organic hair color Elaine Hewitt

Master Colorist/Stylist Barrington, RI 401-273-7005 • ElaineHewitt.com Let your imagination go— naturally! A full service salon that’s Certified organic for hair color, straightening/relaxing, permanent wave. No Ammonia, parabens, plastics or Thioglycolates.

Call today for an appointment! Like me on FB. 50% Off all new clients only. See ad on page 27.

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personal sobriety counselor Cindy Jones, MA/CRC, LMHC

Another Way Counseling Center 2797 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886 750 East Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02806 401-419-4001 CJonesLMHC@aol.com Maintaining sobriety can be a difficult and lonely journey. Not everyone is comfortable attending groups and some would like to maintain their privacy. Allow me to show you how to regain your self-respect, rebuild relationships with family and friends and enjoy the life you deserve. Most insurances accepted.

psychological and spiritual inquiry Diamond Approach for Inner Realization

Gregory Knight, Ordained Teacher 220 Waterman Avenue East Providence, RI 401-724-8426 • GregoryKnight.net

The Diamond Approach is a psychologically informed spiritual teaching. Learn a precise method of inquiry to penetrate your unconscious beliefs and reactivities. Realize and express the various aspects of your essential nature including true compassion, strength and peace. Greg Knight is an ordained Diamond Approach Teacher and Advanced Rolfing Practitioner.

reiki Inner Love and Light Nicole Casale RM/T Warwick, RI Cell Phone: 914-216-8660 InnerLoveandLight.com LearnReikiRI.com

We have been blessed with the loving energy of Holy Fire II Reiki. Nicole Casale Reiki Master/Teacher is certified in both Holy Fire II Karuna® and Usui Reiki. Reiki Healing Sessions and Certification Training Workshops are offered for all levels on a flexible schedule.

reiki / angel card readings Ascension Nxt LLC 176 Main Street East Greenwich, RI 401-228-8348 AscensionNxt.com

Looking to release unwanted energies? Or maybe you would like to enhance your intuitive abilities? Ashley V. is an Usui and Lighterian Reiki Master , I.E.T. Master Teacher and Intuitive/Angel Card Reader that offers healings and one on one sessions to help you become more confident with your inner abilities.

Call to book appointment today.

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SHAMANIC PRACTITIONER energy-n-elements Paul A. DiSegna 401-736-6500 Energy-N-Elements.com

Are you feeling stuck, stressed or disconnected? I will assist you in releasing energy blocks and guide you to experience the comfort and peace that comes with power and soul retrieval. “My intension is to improve my client’s health and well being.” Call for your appointment today. See ad on page 22.

sound healing GONGS OF JOY & DRUMSONG

Joy Quinn Blum & A. Michelle 401-258-3952 • GongsOfJoy.com Sound therapy is an excellent holistic approach to relieve stress/pain, depression, fatigue, anger/hostility, fears/phobias and more. The vibrational overtones promote an overall state of peace, harmony and deep relaxation. Drumsinger A. Michelle channels Sacred Sound in harmony with a variety of indigenous instruments. Gongmaster Joy, sacred sound healing artist offers gong baths, private gong healing sessions, gong workshops, and other rituals.

therapeutic massage Jane McGinn, BA, LMT

459 Sandy Ln, Warwick, RI 401-450-4172 WestShoreWellness.com Jane’s massage style incorporates relaxing Swedish strokes and deeper pressure as needed. Her techniques loosen tight muscles and bring about a sense of well being mentally, emotionally, physically. Her work has helped those new to massage as well as those familiar with massage, including therapists and practitioners. New clients are encouraged to experience Jane’s warm, friendly approach and excellent results.

cathryn moskow, lcmt

120 Wayland Ave, Ste 6 Providence, RI 02906 401-808-0837 catmoskow.massagetherapy.com Over 10,000+ hours of restorative muscular therapy. “Best of Boston.” Feel better, live happier – Enjoy pain relief, rehab/chronic issues, easier range of motion, age related issues, injury work + “aaaahhh”. Accurate, gentle Deep Tissue blended w/Swedish, Biodynamics + Reiki. “She’s like finding the owner’s manual.” By appointment.

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wellness center IT’S MY HEALTH

Marie Bouvier-Newman 1099 Mendon Road, Cumberland, RI 401-305-3585 • Its-My-Health.com We provide much more than products, services and education. We provide the tools you need to optimize your health in a comfortable environment. We care. See ad on page 21.

yoga TIME FOR YOU YOGA

Maria Sichel, RYT, CSYT 2155 Diamond Hill Rd Cumberland, RI 02864 401-305-5319 Maria@TimeForYouYoga.com TimeForYouYoga.com I offer private Svaroopa® yoga therapy sessions tailored to meet your needs. I am specially trained in treating pain - including back pain and neck and shoulder issues. Yoga Therapy is more powerful than weekly yoga classes and moves you more quickly toward health and well being. My students experience pain relief, greater mobility, improved sleep, easier breathing, deep relaxation, increased flexibility, and a deep sense of peace.

yoga & holistic health center All That Matters

Providence, East Greenwich, South Kingstown 401-782-2126 • Info@AllThatMatters.com AllThatMatters.com All That Matters, founded in 1995, offers more than 100 weekly yoga classes at three locations across the state. The South Kingstown center also offers an array of workshops, a retail store, and health services ranging from acupuncture and chiropractic to massage therapy. See ad on page 34.

yoga & meditation ANANDA MEDITATION AND YOGA CENTER

40 Collins Rd, Hopkinton, RI 401-524-4766 AnandaRhodeIsland.org Find joy, love, and peace with Ananda through ancient and effective techniques of meditation, spiritually oriented Hatha Yoga, kirtan, Kriya Yoga and more. Deepen your own spiritual journey in the company of friends who support your inner growth. Ananda is based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, and was founded by Yogananda’s direct disciple, Swami Kriyananda.

Call us at 401-709-2473 for more information.

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