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or the best example a person could have of aging with grace I don’t need to look any further than my parents. They pretty much do just about everything Debora Shouse recommends in our feature editorial, “Aging with Passion and Purpose”. My profile picture this month (to the right) is of us in Montreal a few weeks ago, having gone for a few days just because they thought it would be a fun thing to do. They golf in the summer and march in parades, go skiing in the winter and frequently care for their three great-grandchildren, ages 2, 4 and 8. As Shouse recommends, they have their funnel full of friends, some from childhood. They often attend musical and theater events as they explore the arts, read the newspaper daily complete with crossword puzzle’s and word jumbles and are always open to new experiences. How could I not grow old with grace?

I looked in the mirror, after another birthday back in May, and realized that I should start taking better care of my skin. It is after all, as my grandmother was apt to say, the only skin we will ever have. I started using a wet skin brush when I shower, seen here on page 27 as OctoVie. I’ve incorporated a nice self care routine with it using skin cream from Renaissance Clinque (page 7) and daily stretching routines from BodSpir (page 12), and have become much more conscious of taking care of myself. I have to say the results have been great, my skin feels smoother and I appreciate the time I am putting into it.

We have several articles this month on “Healthy Aging with Food” and “Eat to Look and Feel Younger”, highlighting how what we put in our body is just as important as a positive mindset. Chrysanthi Kazantzis reminds us of some foods to avoid, watching out for sugar and inflammatory foods while reminding us of the importance of keeping hydrated. Anna Golub lets us know about how changes in our diet can radically change the way we look and feel.

Everything we read about in Natural Awakenings is accessible when we shoulder responsibility for our own state of well being. Our advertisers and other members of our natural health community can get us started from wherever we are, in our life journey whenever we’re ready to ask them to help us make gentle and joyful progress.

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oni-Ann Laprade, founder of Above All Holistic Health and Wellness, is pleased to announce the opening of her holistic health coaching and wellness practice in Cranston. A free grand opening celebration will take place from 2 to 7 p.m., September 10, and is open to the public. Holistic health/nutrition coaching, hypnosis, weight loss consulting, massage therapy, reiki, Pilates and yoga will be offered at the wellness practice.

Practitioners will be available throughout the event. Booked services and purchased gift certificates will be discounted on this day, and there will be hourly raffle giveaways. Grand opening specials are posted on the website at AAHHW.com.

Laprade is a board-certified hypnotherapist and makes hypnosis available to her clients for health concerns such as fears, phobias, anxiety, stress, smoking, weight loss or addiction. Her holistic health coaching aims to empower and support her clients in cultivating positive lifestyle changes, food choices and behavioral modifications to achieve long-term sustainable results toward their health goals.

Joining Laprade at the practice is Denise Pitassi, an enthusiastic weight loss consultant who integrates optional Pilates or yoga into her weight loss programs to deliver her clients a mental and physical transformation through mindful exercise.

A third practitioner, Licensed Massage Therapist Erika Hanson, brings dedication to her relaxation and therapeutic treatments and a true desire to help her clients seek comfort and decreased pain. Together, the trio offer well-rounded wellness packages to clients, incorporating whole health and wellness through the mind, body and spirit connection.

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In addition to the custom perfume bar, Charna Ethier, perfumer and founder of Providence Perfume Co., also teaches a wide range of perfume classes from novice to advanced levels. The eco-friendly boutique located in Providence continues to expand and be the go-to destination for those seeking natural beauty.

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newsbriefs Special Discount on Anti-Aging HydraFacial at Divine Images Sanctuary Day Spa

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ivine Images Sanctuary Day Spa is offering a 15 percent discount for all first-time customers to experience its anti-aging HydraFacial. As the newest advancement in non-laser skin resurfacing, it combines cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, hydration and antioxidant protections simultaneously. The HydraFacial treatment improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, congested and enlarged pores, oily or acne prone skin, hyperpigmentation and brown spots. With this soothing, moisturizing, non-invasive and non-irritating treatment, clients will have beautiful skin with no discomfort or downtime. According to owner Mary Perry, it is their top seller for aging gracefully.

A full service salon and day spa, Divine Images’ offerings include holistic healing from the inside out, transforming the total look and feel of the skin, body and mind. In addition to the HydraFacial, the salon and spa offer other facials, hair, massage, bridal services, BioMat and halotherapy salt sessions. The highly skilled and licensed estheticians, massage therapist and cosmetologist average more than 40 years in total experience and want every client to feel they have discovered a piece of heaven.

Location: 285 Slades Ferry Ave., Somerset, MA. For more information, call 508-673-0900 or visit DivineImagesDaySpa.com. See ad on page 9.

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lways Consider The Source is a new local YouTube Channel featuring Gladys Ellen, Joseph Higgins and Nathan Horodysky, who is co-founder of the First Spiritualist Church of Rhode Island. Ellen and Higgins are both spiritual teachers Joseph Higgins, Gladys Ellen, and intuitive mediums. Join them at 6:30 Nathan Horodysky p.m., September 22, for their first live event recording at the First Spiritualist Church of Rhode Island, in East Providence.

Attendees can ask questions and be part of the upcoming episodes. Event is free and open to the public.

Always Consider The Source will combine the group’s similar but different approaches to spirituality with open discussions and insights into coping with life’s daily challenges, creative problem solving, mainstream spirituality and the power we all have as individuals to move past fear into love. Each of them believes one of the great gifts of spiritual knowledge is that it realigns our sense of self to something we may not have ever imagined was within us.

Through these discussions, the three strive to cover a variety of topics that can help viewers build and maintain a deeper personal relationship with “all that is”.

In addition to subscribing on YouTube, fans are encouraged to connect on Facebook and to post questions and suggestions for upcoming shows.

Location of live show: 83 South Rose St., East Providence. Upcoming news and events will be listed at AlwaysConsiderTheSource.com.

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aster teacher and psychic reader, Cris McCullough, reveals the potent mystery of tarot in a series of classes on September 2 and 9, at Gather Herbs, in Newport. McCullough, who is author of Holistic Tarot; Soul Map for a New Paradigm and has been offering spiritual guidance and insight for 45 years, will reveal the hidden power of this ancient form of divination.

Learn how tarot can empower individuals to fulfill their karmic soul purpose, and help them solve important issues in life. Discover the hidden meanings of the cards and how their energy can be integrated and expanded through other disciplines like numerology and astrology. Tarot is an ancient metaphysical discipline with modern implications tied to chaos theory and synchronicity. It can be a tool for holistic counseling which can delve into the psyche and allow for the discovery of our hidden strengths and weaknesses that can control our attitude towards the world and the people in it.

McCullough is available for readings by appointment at Northern Lights Holistic campus in Portsmouth, Gather Herbs, in Newport, and monthly at DiMare Seafood Bistro, in East Greenwich, and appears at a variety of psychic fairs in the region.

Cost: $40 per session. Location: Gather Herbs, 312 Broadway, Newport. For more information on these and other classes, call 401-314-4014 or visit SoulWisdomTarot.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide.

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Ecstatic Dance Providence Now at Essence Yoga in Pawtuxet Village

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eginning this month, Ecstatic Dance Providence, a monthly authentic movement dance event will be held at 8 p.m., every third Saturday night of the month, at Essence Yoga, on Broad Street, in the Pawtuxet Village of Cranston, rather than at The Movement Exchange which has closed. Now in its fifth year, EDP is part of the web of ecstatic dances held in cities across the world and is designed to provide anyone, with or without dance experience, a place to move freely to rhythmic, soulful and high vibrational music.

The night begins with a guided meditation and opening circle to provide connection with other dancers and an invitation to set an intention for the evening. Music comprised of an electronic tapestry of global rhythms and styles, choreographed by the facilitator and DJ, Thea Izzi (aka Tara~Ma) takes the dancers on a musical journey from ethereal bliss to hip shaking fun and on to high energy grooving out and back down again to end in a place of stillness.

Find release, renewal, joy and healing in this beautiful practice, and align body, spirit and mind with the healing power of dance. The only rules are to be silent on the dance floor, refrain from wearing shoes, show respect for oneself and others, and most importantly, to dance however one wishes. This is a substance-free, judgement-free environment. No dance experience is required.

Open to adults of all ages and levels of ability. Children are not permitted.

Cost: $15. Location: 2178 Broad St., Cranston. For more information, call 401-378-8197 or visit Facebook.com/ EcstaticDanceProvidence. Follow on Instagram @EcstaticDanceProvidence.

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Cost: $30. Location: 1454 Main St., Ste. 9B, West Warwick. For more information or questions, call or text Debbee at 401-793-0097 or Greg at 401-447-4044, or visit Creatigo.org. See ad on page 34.

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fter 16 years in the making, Studio BodSpir opens an on-line membership site where fitness enthusiasts receive one new exercise video each month for up to 19 months. BodSpir is a meditative strength training technique focusing on strengthening and stretching/balancing and breathing—perfect for any level of fitness over 45.

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Personal trainer and fitness nutritionist, Elizabeth Phinney, is the creator of BodSpir and has been teaching classes and oneon-one clients her unique method of enhancing strength and flexibility that incorporates breathing with movement at her studio since 2001. “The best part about BodSpir is what my clients can do after just a month or two of classes.

Some can ski again with no pain in their legs, or garden with no problems in their back, or go hiking with no soreness the day after,” says Phinney. “They are always amazed at how much more functionality they have,” she proclaims.

The BodSpir membership site is taking registration now for its kick off on September 12. Other membership benefits will be a private Facebook Group for support and camaraderie, a monthly on-line call with Phinney to answer questions, and more benefits with all things BodSpir. Register before the September 12 kick-off and receive a free BodSpir Warm Up CD—20 minutes of stretching and contracting every muscle in the body.

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enaissance Clinique, an anti-aging and holistic skin care center, is celebrating its 20 year anniversary by moving to a new location at 154 Waterman Street, in Providence. Owner Anna Golub is an awardwinning skin care specialist, with a background in biology, nutrition and medical technology. As an innovator and proponent of organic skin care, Golub is the formulator of Vitana skin care as well as a contributing author of the publication Skin as a Mirror of our Health and a member of the American Association of Nutrition Counseling.

The new, beautifully renovated office with attached kitchenette fulfills Golub’s dream of not only offering clients a youthful complexion, but also cooking demonstrations and education about her belief that “we are what we eat.” She shares some of her super-healthy, secret Russian recipes, and according to Golub, the most popular are the borsht and her own farmer cheese. Russian chocolate and tea are always on hand for clients to enjoy while waiting.

As an introduction to the new, comfortable and relaxing space, Golub is offering special pricing on customizable facials with long lasting results, perfect for post-summer skin. For convenience, plenty of parking is available.

For more information, call 401-521-0762 or visit HolisticSpa.us. See ad on page 7.

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olistic Health Rhode Island (HHRI) has welcomed Dr. Charlotte King to its practice. King received her degree from the New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, the oldest graduate school for the study of East Asian Medicine (EAM) in the United States. She is licensed to practice EAM in Rhode Island and earned the credential of Diplomate of Acupuncture from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

Previous to attending NESA, King earned a bachelor’s degree in religious studies with a concentration Dr. Charlotte King in anthropology from Eckerd College. This afforded her the opportunity to travel extensively examining multicultural approaches to health, wellness and nutrition. Witnessing varying cultural approaches to health led her to value the collaboration of Eastern and Western medicine in order to achieve and maintain an individual’s health. During her EAM graduate training, King completed specialized coursework with a dual focus on orthopedic acupuncture and pediatric acupuncture.

She served as a pediatric acupuncture intern for Boston Medical Center’s integrative medicine program which allowed her to work with a wide range of pediatric health concerns and healthcare providers, as well as participate in the Sickle Cell Consortium’s Annual Symposium. She combines her training in Japanese and Chinese acupuncture as well as her experience treating musculoskeletal pain, anxiety, depression and digestive issues in both pediatric/adolescent and adult patients to assess, diagnose and treat various conditions.

Location: 990 Main St. #4, East Greenwich. For more information, call 401-398-2933 or visit HolisticHealthRI.com. See ad on page 25.

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t First Spiritualist Church of Rhode Island, in East Providence, Reverend Susan Robillard and her husband, Ernie Robillard, help each person discover their own understanding of God, the Divine and Spirit through Rev. Susan and Ernie Robillard the science, philosophy and religion of Spiritualism. The atmosphere is one of sharing, where everyone is considered important and encouraged to participate in the interactive service and contribute to making everyone’s life more positive.

The church strives for quality over repetitive quantity experiences that don’t result in personal growth. Readings from visiting mediums provide substance each week, as do lessons in recognizing opportunities in everyday life to further one’s spiritual journey and potential. With a congregation from a wide variety of backgrounds, the energy created is electrifying, and some individuals travel hours each Sunday to attend the service and share friendly conversation with others over “coffee hour” at the conclusion of the service.

Most importantly, the Robillards are willing to listen to all individuals’ concerns and suggest different ways to help them reach resolutions and find a new direction. This atmosphere of caring and community love is why the church is beginning to thrive and expand; they have even started a food pantry for people in need.

Sunday services take place from 10 to 11:30 a.m., and individuals are invited to attend to learn about the wisdom and knowledge of the Masters, soak up the rays from the John of God crystal healing bed, take a workshop from a visiting medium, find new ways to create better family relationships, or simply join the fun in making new friends and starting a new adventure.

First Spiritualist Church of Rhode Island is located at 83 S. Rose St., East Providence. For more information, visit SpiritualistChurchRI.com. See ad on page 35.

Ellen Reilly has been attending services for the past two years.

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hen you merly Tai Sophia Instistep into tute) with a graduate Flipp Salon certificate and master’s and Apothecary, in degree in Oriental Providence, you know medicine. Her clients you’re in a special seek relief from varied place. Fuzzy pillows symptoms, includin the waiting area, ing physical injuries, retro furnishings and a chronic degenerative smiling staff all exude illnesses, smoking cesa friendly, funky vibe. sation and emotional To be expected, Flipp challenges. offers a full range of She says, “Many people haircuts, colors, styling Acupuncturist Maria Vanson in front are struggling with isof Flipp Salon’s fully stocked and services for men sues of ‘too much’ and apothecary of internal remedies. and women. But the ‘too little’, and we help 7-year-old salon goes a step further than them find their balance. Symptoms serve many of its counterparts, with holistic as a guide to understanding each perservices and products that feed the body son’s unique gifts and suffering, and we and soul, including acupuncture three create a treatment plan around helping days a week. them process what’s going on for them

Salon owner JoAnna Cassino, also and help get them where they want to a reflexologist and herbalist, says Flipp be. We access the body’s wisdom on is “more than a spa. It’s about overall a deeper level to understand ourselves health, wellness and beauty that comes and our connection to the world more from within.” To expand Flipp’s offerdeeply.” ings—plant-based, natural skin and

As part of Cassino’s whole-health hair products, teas and more—Cassino philosophy, she regularly hosts combrought acupuncturist Maria Vanson on munity events at Flipp, such as wellboard last year. ness workshops and classes, free talks,

Vanson, a licensed acupuncturist acoustic music nights and more. She for six years, moved to Rhode Island afsays, “Through all we do here, we want ter living and practicing acupuncture in to be a part of something meaningful, Hawaii. “It’s been really grounding,” she make a difference in people’s lives and says. “The original intrigue I had comcreate a safe space.” ing into a salon, but particularly Flipp, Flipp Salon and Apothecary is located at was that it has a different energy than 38 Transit St., Providence. For services a lot of places. It’s small, personable and event information, call 401-274-1981 and everyone is really caring. There’s an or visit FlippSalon.com or its Facebook underlying culture when you step into a pages: Flipp Salon-Apothecary and Flipp salon or barbershop, where people talk and share. People come in here and they Apothecary. See ad on page 7. feel like they can release without being judged. It’s a really positive community.” Wendy Lewis is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings and can be reached

Vanson is a graduate of Maryland at WordsmithWendy@yahoo.com.

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Rodney Yee on Yoga as a Way of Life

You can blink and half your life is gone.

You can’t always be busy, busy, busy; you have to decide how to fill your life.

Simple Strategies for Staying on Track

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enowned yogi and international teacher Rodney Yee, of New York City, has maintained an inspired yoga practice for 37 years while juggling career obligations, fame and family life.

While the benefits of yoga are increasingly well known—from stress reduction and pain management to a more limber body and inner peace—Yee is also aware of the challenges to maintaining a consistent practice. Here he shares insights on the pitfalls encountered by both beginning and advanced students.

“My advice is to first get rid of self-berating behavior, including judgmental inner dialogue. In many aspects of life, we are constantly measuring ourselves against a standard, which is a waste of time and energy,” says Yee.

With a professional background in classical dance and gymnastics, Yee decided to give yoga a try at a nearby studio when he craved more physical flexibility. “As many people do, I came to yoga for a reason. I was a dancer with tight joints. After the first class, I couldn’t believe how I felt. It was not at all like an athletic high; I had a sense of well-being and knew what it means to feel peaceful and clear.”

For people with jam-packed lives, finding time for exercise can be daunting. Yee suggests a relaxed approach to scheduling yoga into a busy day. “As the rishis [Hindu sages] say, we shouldn’t ‘try’ to meditate, not try to force a natural state. To say, ‘I have to do yoga,’ just puts another thing on

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our to-do list. Sometimes discipline is needed, but another part of discipline is not about force.”

Different approaches to yoga abound, and part of staying motivated may include exploration of a variety of traditions as individual needs change due to lifestyle, health, interests or simple curiosity. Yee reminds us to go with the flow and follow how we feel in the moment. “Different schools of yoga exist because each offers something different. There is a form for all of our moods and a practice for how you feel at any given time.”

Reflecting on how his own practice has evolved through the years, Yee recollects, “In my 20s and 30s, my yoga practice was arduous, including three to four hours of strong, physical work and a half hour of pranayama [breath work]. Then for 20 years, it involved a lot of teaching. Over the past 17 years, my practice has become more subtle, with a focus on sequencing and meditation; it’s about how to do this all day long in the context of my body and my life; about being both centered and in the world. In some way, we’re always doing yoga, as we already take 20,000 breaths a day. From a philosophical and ethical point of view, yogis have no choice but to practice.”

Because many American women have found their way to a yogic path, men often assume it’s primarily a women’s niche.

But yoga has been a male practice for nearly 2,500 years in other countries. Yee encourages men to not feel intimidated.

“Why not try something that can help you improve your business, family life and even your golf game?” he queries.

While Yee believes in a no-pressure approach, he also suggests inviting ways to foster consistency. “If you are just beginning, set aside a half-hour before going to bed or get up a half-hour earlier. Also note that pain is less to be avoided than learned from.”

Wisdom can come from dedication to a yoga practice.

Yee’s philosophy is, “You can blink and half your life is gone.

You can’t always be busy, busy, busy; you have to decide how to fill your life. As spiritual teacher Ram Dass counsels, ‘Be here now.’ Train yourself to bring body, mind and heart together and fully drink from that.”

Learn more at YeeYoga.com.

Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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These eight steps of yoga indicate a logical pathway that leads to the attainment of physical, emotional and spiritual health. Yoga is designed to remove the clutter, the toxic build up and the mindless chatter to allow for one’s natural state of total health and integration to become a reality.

The third key factor is attention. To be precise, a group yoga class cannot offer the one-on-one attention needed to keep pace with daily shifts, setbacks and accomplishments.

Traditionally, yoga was passed on from teacher to student, one student at a time. It was enormously personal journey work. One-on-one attention for the advancement of one’s practice can help individuals reclaim ownership of their choices, body and wellness. The value and impact cannot be denied.

Seek out programming that supports these three key factors, and shift out of second gear and into a healthier, more mindful and more advanced yoga experience.

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Three key factors—continuity, content and attention—affect a group yoga class experience, and one or more are likely impeding your growth on the mat.

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ontinuity is required to advance one’s practice. With so many class offerings available—online, at a studio or in a class at the gym—students have more options than ever before. While on one hand this is a good thing, by the time a student cycles back around to their home base teacher, a week or two, or more, may have passed since their last class with them. This means missing out on a level of continuity that might provide the deeper lessons of yoga that are most important for when life goes sideways.

If continuity is the bread of a yoga sandwich, content is the protein. The Eight Limbs of Yoga, written in The Yoga Sutra of Patanjali in approximately 200 AD as a prescription for controlling the restlessness of the mind, body and spirit, is a larger blueprint for mindful living. This blueprint can be envisioned as an eight-spoked wheel. In a group yoga class, individuals are likely to embody at least three of the eight practices regularly: asana, pranayama and dhyana. This leaves another five lessons missing from one’s practice.

Content can shift the yoga landscape and either hinder or help one’s progress through life. During critical moments in life, having the discipline of yoga along with the knowledge of the complete eight limbs is like having a mental medicine cabinet.

The eight limbs are: 1. Yama: Universal morality or how you treat others 2. Niyama: Personal observances or how you treat yourself 3. Asanas: Body postures 4. Pranayama: Breathing exercises, and control of prana 5. Pratyahara: Control of the senses 6. Dharana: Concentration 7. Dhyana: Devotion, meditation on the divine 8. Samadhi: Union with the divine

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rica Nunnally, owner of The Bija Institute and E500hr RYT, invites women to join her on September 23 via Skype to embark on a personal journey into The Year of the Yogi. The Year of the Yogi is an affordable, step by step, month to month, exploration for yoga students that are ready to deepen their personal practice, attain and maintain optimal wellness and move beyond limiting beliefs.

Lessons are accessed online; if local to Rhode Island, portions of the journey may be experienced in person.

Erica Nunnally Similar to yoga teacher training without the ‘how to be a teacher’ parts, The Year of the Yogi is built on helping individuals establish consistency in their yoga and mindful living practices so that they get the maximum benefits from their steady efforts. Erica states, “My aim is to meet women at the edge of their perceptions (whether real or imagined) and show them how to use yoga to cultivate kind-sight and compassion for themselves.” The Year of the Yogi is designed with the busy mom in mind; there are no extensive reading lists, the schedule is flexible and personal check-ins are built in to ensure progress. Enrollment closes September 10.

For more information, visit EricaNunnally.com/year-of-the-yogi. See ad on page 20.

RI Svaroopa Yoga GEO Center Hosts Yoga Immersion Weekend

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n October 21 and 22, RI Svaroopa Yoga GEO Center, a local group made up of Svaroopa yoga teachers, will be hosting an immersion weekend with lead teacher Lissa (Yogeshwari) Fountain, CSYT, RYT 500 at the quiet, serene location of Canonicus Conference Center, in Exeter.

Titled Open Your Heart: Inside and Outside, the weekend will include spinal opening poses, discourse, chanting and meditation.

Participants will learn to release fears and open the Lissa (Yogeshwari) heart more fully by finding the divine within; unlock the Fountain knots behind the heart that keep them from experiencing their own inner essence; and find the true freedom of living with their guard down.

Whether a beginner or experienced yogi, everyone will be surprised and pleased by how much is received in a weekend. Individuals will go deeper than they can go on their own or in a regular weekly class. Tuition options include staying residentially for a full immersion experience or commuting, with meals included.

Cost: Residential $375/Commuter $299; save $50 by registering by Sept. 9. For more information, call Natalie at 401-578-9182 or visit YourInnerBliss.com/workshops/oct-ri-weekend. Space is limited, so early registration is suggested.

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oin Jessie Dwiggins from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m., October 11, or from 11 a.m. to noon, November 5, at Laughing Elephant Yoga for a free Wild Wisdom Yoga Teacher Training mini-session to see if the program is a right fit. Get all questions answered, chat with other like-minded potential trainees, and experience a pose lab to get a taste of training. Attendees will walk away with more information about training and a happier down dog.

The 200-hour teacher training program begins January 2018 and meets nine weekends through June. Designed for inquisitive yoga students, aspiring teachers and yoga teachers seeking to enhance and refine their abilities, this yoga teacher training will help participants elevate their practice and hone their craft.

Wild Wisdom Yoga is strength-based vinyasa yoga, a warmed, powerful class rooted in anatomy, mindfulness and reconnecting to the body’s instinctive wisdom. Trainees will learn to blend the right amount of technical knowledge, joy, power and spirituality into their practice and teaching, and they will leave with the ability to safely and soulfully guide others through their practice.

Cost: Mini-sessions are free. Location: 4372 Post Rd., East Greenwich. For more information, call 401-398-2616 or visit LaughingElephantYoga.com. See ad on page 19.

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ime for You Yoga, will host an Introductory Svaroopa yoga class from 1 to 2:30 p.m., September 30. Svaroopa yoga is a style that suits everyone regardless of age, body type or fitness level. It is easy to do and offers deep relaxation, relief from pain and stress while increasing strength and flexibility.

The Introductory class focuses on the Magic Four—a sequence of beginning Svaroopa poses that releases deeply held tension in the body. The poses are adapted to each student and use chairs, blocks and blankets for support and propping.

Participants need no yoga mat or prior yoga experience. Class space is limited.

Dress comfortably and plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to class start time.

Cost: $10; call to reserve a spot. Location: 2155 Diamond Hill Rd., Cumberland.

For more information, call 401-305-5319 or visit TimeForYouYoga.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide.

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nanda Meditation and Yoga Center will open the doors to its new location at 714 Ten Rod Road, in Wickford, at 9:30 a.m., September 3, for Sunday Service from 10 a.m. to noon, followed by refreshments and satsangha (fellowship). The doors will remain open until 4 p.m. so that friends, neighbors and those curious about Ananda may stop by, have a cup of tea and see the beautiful space into which they are being invited.

The meaning of ‘ananda’ is bliss, the bliss of one’s higher self; it is the inner joy of one’s true nature. In addition to Sunday satsangs, meditations and kirtans (group chanting), daily yoga classes are offered. Taking advantage of nearby Ryan Park, walking meditations and sharing nature experiences are being planned, as well as book discussions, workshops in meditation, Yogananda’s energization exercises, raja yoga, kriya yoga preparation, joyful living, spiritual art, music, singing and chanting. The Ananda Meditation and Yoga Center follows the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of the spiritual classic, Autobiography of a Yogi.

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esearchers from Brown University, in Providence, Rhode Island, have found that regular yoga practice can help reduce anxiety and depression in young women with eating disorders.

The scientists followed 20 girls between the ages of 14 and 18 that were enrolled in an outpatient eating disorder clinic that comprised the larger control group.

Those selected agreed to participate in a weekly yoga class and complete questionnaires after six and 12 weeks, assessing their anxiety, depression and mood. Of those that started the study, five attended all 12 yoga classes and six completed between seven and 11 classes. Researchers found decreases in anxiety, depression and negative thoughts among those that participated in the yoga classes, with no negative side effects.

Another study from the University of Delaware, in Newark, supports these results. Half of the 38 residential eating disorder treatment program participants did one hour of yoga prior to dinner for five days and the other half did not. The yoga group showed significant reductions in pre-meal anxiety compared to the control group.

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Meditation and Music Aid Memory in Early Stages of Alzheimer’s

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new study from West Virginia University, in Morgantown, reveals that listening to music and practicing meditation may help improve memory function for those in the beginning stages of Alzheimer’s disease.

Researchers asked 60 adults experiencing subjective cognitive decline (SCD), a common predictor of Alzheimer’s, to engage in kirtan kriya musical meditation or listen to other music for 12 minutes a day for three months, and then consider continuing for an additional three months. Scientists measured the memory and cognitive function of the 53 participants that completed the six-month study and found significant improvements in both measurements at the three-month mark. At six months, the subjects in both groups had maintained or improved upon their initial results.

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Aging with Passion and Purpose Finding Fulfillment, Creativity and Meaning

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ant to age well? The answer isn’t in your 401k.

Self-acceptance, a positive attitude, creative expression, purposeful living and spiritual connections all anchor successful and meaningful aging. In fact, these kinds of preparations are just as important as saving money for retirement, according to Ron Pevny, director of the Center for Conscious Eldering, in Durango, Colorado, and author of Conscious Living, Conscious Aging.

Savor Self-Acceptance

While most people believe adulthood is the final stage of life, Dr. Bill Thomas is among the creative aging experts that identify another life chapter: elderhood. “Elders possess novel ways of approaching time, money, faith and relationships,” says Thomas, an Ithaca, New York geriatrician and fierce advocate for the value of aging.

“The best chapters may be near the end of the book,” Thomas continues. “Once you appreciate yourself and your years, you can relinquish outdated expectations and seek to discover your true self. Then the world can open up to you,” says Thomas. “Living a rewarding life means we are willing to say, ‘These chapters now are the most interesting.’” During this time, rather than feeling consumed by what we have to do, we can focus on what we want to do.

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Fill the Funnel of Friends

For older people, relationships offer foundational connections; but as we age, friends may drift away, relocate or die.

“Successful aging requires refilling our funnel of friends,” says Thomas, who considers socially engaged elders with friends wealthier than a socially isolated millionaire.

“Notice opportunities for interacting and connecting,” advises Shae Hadden, co-founder of The Eldering Institute in Vancouver, Canada. Talk with the checkout person at the grocery store or smile at a stranger walking her dog.

Cultivate a Positive Attitude

Our beliefs about aging shape our experiences. A Yale University study found that older individuals with more positive self-perceptions of aging lived 7.5 years longer than those less so inclined.

Connecting with positive role models helps us release limiting beliefs and embrace an attitude of gratitude instead.

Other life lessons can be gleaned from observing how negativity affects people physically, emotionally, and socially.

Holding onto regrets traps us in the past zapping energy and self-worth; it also keeps the best in us from shining out says Pevny. He suggests a simple letting-go ceremony, with friends as witnesses. If possible, hold it in a natural outdoor setting.

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At one of his conscious aging retreats, Pevny created a fire circle. Mike, 70, had been a dedicated long-distance runner for most of his life. Now plagued with mobility issues, Mike decided to let go of regrets. He brought a pair of running shorts into the circle and talked about what the sport had meant to him— its joys, challenges and camaraderie.

Then he tossed the shorts into the fire, telling his friends, “I am letting go so I can find a new purpose and passion.”

Understand Our Life Stories

Creating our own life review helps us acknowledge and understand our most significant experiences and reminds us of all we’re bringing to our elder journey.

Pevny offers these approaches: n Develop a timeline, dividing life into seven-year sections. For each, write about the strongest memories and most influential people. n Consider what matters most, from people and values to challenges and dreams. n Write to children and grandchildren, sharing tales of our life’s most significant events and lessons. n Record key stories on audio or video.

Explore the Arts

The changes that aging brings can mire elders in depression and isolation. “Older people need to be brave and resilient,” says Susan Perlstein, of Brooklyn, New York, founder emeritus of the National Center for Creative Aging, in Washington, D.C., and founder of Elders Share the Arts, in New York City. “To age creatively, we need a flow of varied experiences, exploring new activities or reframing longtime interests from a fresh perspective.”

Expressive arts can engage people’s minds, bodies and spirits. A George Washington University study shows that people engaged in the arts are happier and healthier. Perlstein understands this firsthand, having begun taking guitar lessons in her 70s. Motivated to play simple songs for her new granddaughter, she subsequently learned to play jazz and blues tunes and joined a band.

“I’m doing something I love,” says Perlstein. “I’m meeting diverse people, learning new things and enjoying a rich life.”

The answers can lead to fresh settings, including local community centers and places of worship. Many universities have extension classes for lifelong learners. State arts councils support programs, and museums and libraries host helpful activities. Shepherd Centers encourage community learning and Road Scholar caters to elders that prefer to travel and study.

Discover a Purpose Older people are our Upon retirement some people feel greatest resource. We need purposeless and lost. They yearn for to nurture them and give something that offers up excitement, energy and joy. Hadden invites people them a chance to share to be curious and explore options.

“We’re designing our future around what they know. ~Susan Perlstein, founder, National Center for Creative Aging and Elders Share the Arts

Musician John Blegen, of Kansas City, Missouri, was 73 when he realized his lifelong secret desire to tap dance.

When Blegen met the then 87-year-old Billie Mahoney, Kansas City’s “Queen of Tap,” he blurted out his wish and fear of being “too old.” She just laughed and urged him to sign up for her adult beginner class. He asked for tap shoes for Christmas and happily shuffle-stepped his way through three class sessions.

“Tap class inspired me, encouraged me and gave me hope,” he says.

“Now I can shim sham and soft shoe.

It’s a dream come true.”

To unearth the inner artist, ask: n Which senses do I most like to engage? n Do I enjoy looking at art or listening to music? Do I like sharing feelings and experiences? If so, a thrill may come from writing stories or plays, acting or storytelling. n As a child, what did I yearn to do; maybe play the piano, paint or engineer a train set? Now is the time to turn those dreams into reality. n How can I reframe my life in a positive way when I can no longer do activities I love? If dancing was my focus before, how do I rechannel that energy and passion? If puttering in the garden is too strenuous, what other outdoor interests can I pursue?

who we are and what we care about now,” she says.

Try keeping a journal for several weeks. Jot down issues and ideas that intrigue, aggravate and haunt. After several weeks, reflect on the links between concerns that compel and those that irritate.

Perhaps we’re intrigued by a certain group of people or a compelling issue.

“A concern points to problems and people you want to help,” Hadden observes. This can range from lending a hand to struggling family members, maintaining our own health, volunteering for a literacy project or working to reduce world hunger. “Choose what inspires you to get out of bed each day, eager to move into action.”

Develop Inner Frontiers

People in their elder years may still be measured by midlife standards, which include physical power, productivity and achievement. “They come up short in the eyes of younger people,” dharma practitioner Kathleen Dowling Singh remarks. “But those standards do not define a human life.”

Rather, aging allows us to disengage from the pressures of appearances and accomplishments. As we release judgments and unwanted habits, we can increase our feelings of spirituality and peace. “When doors in the outer world seem to be closing, it’s time to cultivate inner resources that offer us joy and meaning. We have the beautiful privilege of slowing down and hearing what our heart is saying,” says Singh, of Sarasota, Florida.

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Acknowledge Our Shelf Life

“We cannot speak about aging and awakening without speaking about death and dying,” Singh believes. “We need to confront our mortality.”

Meditating on the coming transition opens us up to the blessings of life. We can ask ourselves deep questions such as, “What am I doing? What do I want?

What does this all mean? What is spirit?”

Singh believes such searching questions are vital. None of us knows how much Earth time we have to awaken to a deeper, fuller experience of the sacred.

Help the World In today’s world of chaos and crisis, the wisdom of elders is more important than ever. “Older people need to be engaged, using their insights to help the Earth, community and world,” Pevny says. Creative aging is about improving the future for subsequent generations.

In 2008, longtime educator Nora Ellen Richard, 70, of Overland Park, Kansas, wanted to be of greater service. She

Nearly three-quarters of America’s adults believe they are lifelong learners. It helps them make new friends and community connections and prompts volunteerism.

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asked herself, “What if I housed a foreign student?” and found the International Student Homestay Program. She embarked upon an exploration of cultures from around the world without leaving home.

Today, Richard has hosted more than a dozen female students and each relationship has expanded and enriched her life. “We talk about politics, food, religion and cultures; we even pray together,” Richard says. She points to memorable moments of bonding and

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respect, appreciation and celebration, and says, “As I’ve grown older, I’ve learned how vital it is to nurture the world I am in.”

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Meditation is one way to deepen spiritually as we age. “Sit in solitude, gather your scattered thoughts and set an intention,” Singh suggests. “A daily practice shows what peace, silence and contentment feel like. As you become more comfortable, add time until you’re sitting for 20 to 40 minutes.”

HOMEOPATHY for Age-Related Conditions

by Vandana Pitke

Baryta carb: This remedy is for diseases of old men when degenerative changes begin; cardiac vascular and cerebral; who have hypertrophied prostate or indurated testes, are very sensitive to cold, offensive foot sweats, are very weak and weary, or must sit or lie down or lean on something. It is useful for those averse to meeting strangers, who are showing rapid deterioration, early senility, loss of memory, physical, mental and nervous weakness, confusion, loss of confidence and possibly childishness.

Rhus toxicodendron: Rhus tox is well known for its use in overexertion, particularly when the ligaments of the joints are involved. However, it also is a remedy that can help relieve the pain of arthritis. Similar to an old, rusty gate that is very slow and difficult on initial movement, but loosens up with continued movement, Rhus tox aids with rheumatic complaints. The discomfort will often cause the sufferer to change position frequently, appearing restless.

Selenium metallicum: Selenium

is a constant constituent of bones and teeth. This remedy is indicated for men for whom the prostate is enlarged and there is dribbling of urine, semen or prostatic fluid. They may have sexual thoughts, but be impotent. Individuals that could benefit from this remedy are often constipated and sleep is disturbed as well, so the person needing selenium will take frequent catnaps. Often indicated in elderly men, they exhaust easily, mentally and physically.

Aurum metallicum: Aurum met is used for someone who is hopeless, despondent and has great desire to com-

mit suicide. Every opportunity is sought for self-destruction. They are generally very conscientious and responsible, but they have a fear of failure and may feel worthless or incapable. They worry about neglecting their duties and failing their loved ones. They suffer deeply from grief or the reversal of business fortune. It is used for exostosis (a benign outgrowth of cartilaginous tissue on a bone), caries (decay and crumbling of a tooth or bone), nightly bone-pains, especially cranial, nasal and palatine, atherosclerosis and heart diseases.

Sabal serrulata: For those with gen-

eral and sexual debility. Sabal serrulata promotes nutrition and tissue building, and is a remedy that acts mainly on the prostate gland in men and the mammary glands in women. In those that could benefit from this remedy, the prostate gland may be enlarged and there may be a throbbing, aching and dull pain with painful and difficult urination. This remedy has also helped in cases of uterine or ovarian atrophy and has been known to re-establish menstruation and ease sore, tender breasts. It is one of the main homeopathic treatments for epididymitis, orchitis and ovaritis (inflammation of the epididymis, testis or ovary).

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that are able to reimagine and redefine what “good sex” looks like as they move through various stages of physiological abilities report much higher overall sexual health and happiness. A great example of this includes people that enjoy “outercourse”, a broad range of sexual activities that prioritize sensual and emotional connection beyond penetrative sex.

Aging and Sexuality Redefining Satisfaction Through Sensual and Emotional Connections

by Kira Manser

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ging often brings strengths and benefits to an individual’s sexual life. For example, many speak about feeling more confident and free in their sexuality without the weight of expectations that often accompanies being young. Many participants share having a deeper and more meaningful intimacy with their partners that grows from a depth of experience and maturity.

However, many participants also talk about some real challenges and barriers to feeling fulfilled and satisfied in their sexual life. These include feeling lonely and isolated after losing a spouse or relationship later in life; having a hard time feeling sexy or interested in sex as their bodily function and form change with age; and having few realistic examples of older adults being sexual reflected in their lives. These challenges are common experiences that strongly impact older adults’ ability to have satisfying and healthy sexual lives.

Skin Hunger One of the largest and most impactful physical needs that is often met through sexuality is called “skin hunger”. This is the need to be touched or in regular physical contact with others. This contact does not need to be sexual, but it is an essential part of holistic health.

This need often goes unmet by older single adults that are unable, or chose not, to find new sexual partners later in life. Without access to regular physical contact people report depression, cognitive decline and other serious health effects. One simple way to

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address this need in older single adults is to schedule regular opportunities for appropriate professional touch through massages, manicures or hair styling appointments. A pet can also meet this need, as does hugging or hand holding with friends or family members.

Bodily Changes Our culture labels common bodily experiences as “sexual dysfunction”.

In reality, every person’s sexual function varies over time. One of the main indicators of sexual satisfaction in older adults is their ability to be flexible and open minded in their definitions of what sexual functioning includes.

Our culture often very narrowly associates sexual functioning with erections, penetration, self-lubrication and orgasm. In reality every person will struggle with these standards if they live in their body long enough. Therefore, it is helpful to shift our definition of sexual functioning to focus more on a person’s ability to access whatever benefit from sex that they desire, for example, for pleasure, intimacy, connection, self-expression, stress relief, and/ or adventure. People are more sexually healthy and happy if they are able to define successful sexual encounters on whether they are able to access these benefits, as opposed to comparing themselves to narrow physical standards of “sexual functioning”.

Lower satisfaction and happiness is reported when older adults define and understand intimacy as being tied to orgasm and penetrative sex. People

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People enjoy using sexual aids because they can enhance pleasure and provide new sensations or renewed possibility to experience sensations. For more information on how to purchase and use a wide variety of sexual aids, please visit The Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health’s website (thecsph.org) and search for Buying Guides.

Talking to Medical Providers Many older adults report wanting to speak with their medical provider about sexuality, but aren’t sure how to start the conversation. Medical providers should be able to talk about sex drive, safer sex, sexual health, sexual satisfaction and pain during sex; however, many providers wait for their patients to bring up these issues.

Before a doctor’s visit, write down any sexuality concerns and use the list as a reference at your appointment or hand it to your doctor. They may not be able to address everything themselves, but it’s important for them to know that you value your sexuality. They should also be able to make appropriate referrals to specialized providers.

Sexuality can be a multifaceted and central part of everybody’s life as long as they want it to be. With a little work, older adults can maintain a life filled with sexual satisfaction and wellness.

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Kira Manser, MEd, LCSW, is the clinical director at The Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health.

No Blue Hair Here

by Deborah Burton “There is a fountain of youth: it is your mind, your talents, the creativity you bring to your life and the lives of people you love. When you learn to tap this source, you will truly have defeated age.” ~ Sophia Loren

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Many communities have adult learning programs such as the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, the Life Long Learning Collaborative and Hamilton House, to name a few. Not interested in driving to class? MIT offers free online Open Course Ware on a variety of topics.

Connections Count Building and maintaining relationships helps people see the world from another perspective, while taking the mind off of one’s own troubles. Spending time with friends and family keeps us connected to the outside world. No matter the age, education or professional status, when people get together with their close friends, it is referred to as “girls (or boys) night out”. It’s a time when people can be silly and have fun without fear of judgement.

ging isn’t blue hair, button downs and bingo anymore.

We are living longer now than at any other time in history. Nobody says, “Sign me up for a nursing home.”

Chronological age doesn’t reflect the age in our hearts and heads. There are Know When to Say When some preconceived notions about what Regardless of age, there are times when we are “supposed to” be everyone needs help. like at each stage of our 5 WAYS TO KEEP Flight attendants give life. It’s time to refuse this the best life advice: THE MIND SHARP Put the oxygen mask nonsense that life is a long road to decrepitude. n Laugh on yourself first or you

We all want to live won’t be able to take n Play Scrabble, card longer, healthier, happier care of anyone else. games, do crosswords, lives. Here’s how to do it: Stress less by saying yes Sudoku or word find when help is offered. puzzles Move it or lose it Perhaps it is home According to the Centers n Play free online games repairs and maintenance for Disease Control and or the yard work that is n Learn a new language Prevention, one-third of too much. Ask for help or skill men and half of women finding a reliable person n Learn to juggle stop being active by age or reputable business to 75. Staying active helps help. people stay healthy. Physical activity

Technology can be challenging. helps prevent falls by maintaining or Libraries and senior centers offer comimproving strength, balance and coordiputer, e-reader and cell phone classes. nation.

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The body is like a machine; it volunteer tech tutors. needs to keep moving to prevent “rust”

Maybe you are a caregiver for from building up. Lace up your Silver someone else. It’s okay to ask for help.

Sneakers, the premier fitness program Try to be specific, such as, “I need provided at no cost by more than 60 someone to stay with Mom while I go health plans nationwide, or visit a to my doctor’s visit,” or, “I need somesenior center and find a collection of one to take Dad to his dentist appointyoung-at-hearts doing Zumba or foldment.” There are people eager to help— ing into yoga poses. At age 87, “Iron all you have to do is ask.

Nun” Sister Buder is one of the oldest triathletes in America. She didn’t start Deborah Burton is the owner of Senior’s competing until age 65.

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Foods that age people Advanced glycation end products (AGEs)

Healthy Aging with Food

by Chrysanthi Kazantzis

The inevitable aging process plagues us all, however it can be slowed down by eating the right foods.

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nthocyanins are anti-inflammatory, anti-viral and anti-cancer.

They improve eye health, protect brain health, increase levels of vitamin C and support collagen production.

Some foods rich in anthocyanins are all types of berries, beets, purple cauliflower and blood oranges.

Omega 3, 6 and 9 are fatty acids from healthy fats such as avocados, olive oil, coconut oil, chia seeds, flaxseeds, salmon and walnuts. They are known to prevent a number of medical problems such as depression, cardiovascular disease, brain dysfunction, asthma and arthritis.

Similar to anthocyanins, carotenoids are antioxidants that protect against oxidative stress especially from sunlight. Carotenoids are the orange, yellow and red pigments found in fruits and vegetables. Some examples include

carrots, sweet potatoes, squash and peppers.

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body needed for the growth and health of skin, hair, tendon, cartilage, bones and joints. Our body’s collagen production naturally begins to slow down as we age leading to wrinkles, sagging skins and joint pains.

There are multiple sources of collagen from bone broth to beef, chicken and fish collagen peptides.

Water is the vehicle for delivering essential nutrients to the skin cells. In fact, many people do not realize that they are dehydrated. People should aim to drink half of their body weight in ounces of water. For example, someone that weighs 100 pounds should drink 50 ounces of water. Any caffeinated beverage or beverage with sugar does not count towards hydration and is actually dehydrating.

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AGEs are found mostly in animal-derived foods that are high in fat and protein, for example pork, bacon and sausages, and can develop into new AGE formation during cooking. AGEs are known to increase oxidative stress and inflammation. AGEs are formed through a reaction between sugars and proteins or fats to cause the Maillard reaction, or that wonderful browning that we see after cooking food at a high heat. Some methods of cooking such as grilling, broiling, roasting, searing or frying can develop into new AGE formation. Studies confirm that consuming AGEs can lead to atherosclerosis, diabetes and other chronic disease. If using these methods of cooking, marinating food with lemon juice or vinegar before cooking showed decreased levels of AGE formation.

Sugar

Sugar is one of the most inflammatory foods linked to numerous diseases such as diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease and obesity. Sugar also causes the breakdown of collagen and elastin resulting in sagging skin and wrinkles.

Avoid liquid sugar especially including soda, diet soda, lemonade and alcohol.

Also stay away from hidden sugars such in ketchup, salad dressings, sauces and packaged cereals.

Inflammatory foods

Anything that is processed, packaged or fast food is loaded with harmful ingredients that leads to reactive oxygen species inside of the body. Foods that create inflammation are pro-aging.

A good rule to follow: Eat the rainbow. The more colorful a plate is from fruits and vegetables, the more antioxidants are ingested. Drink water; avoid sugar, inflammatory foods and cooking at a high heat.

Dr. Chrysanthi Kazantzis is a naturopathic doctor and also holds her master’s in nutrition. She is the vicepresident of the RIANP and is practicing at Avena Integrative Medical Center, in Putnam, CT.

Eat to Look and Feel Younger

by Anna Golub

The connection between food and beauty is very powerful and even small changes in our diet and food choices can radically change the way we look and feel.

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he power of beauty food is incredible. It can change the skin and hair, make eyes brighter, tone the body and even create an inner glow, making one feel years younger. To achieve true beauty from the inside out, incorporate these beauty-building foods into one’s daily diet:

For youthful skin: avocados, spinach, red bell peppers For brighter skin: figs, cucumbers, acai, sweet potatoes

For strong collagen and wrinkle free skin: turmeric, cabbage, citrus fruits, cold water fish For skin softness: walnuts, flaxseed, almonds, avocados For blemish free skin: probiotics, ginger, arugula, onion, garlic, raw apple cider vinegar For strong beautiful hair: nutritional yeast, carrots, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds

For beautiful eyes: blueberries, beets, celery, asparagus, collard For beautiful cellulite-free, toned body: buckwheat, oat groats, hemp seeds, millet, chia seeds, kale, parsley, cilantro, pears, apples It is essential to practice proper food combining for optimal digestion and to ensure that all nutrients are absorbed to help reverse aging and provide for maximum health and beauty benefits.

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Public School Programs

NATURE’S CLASSROOM Outdoor Learning Engages the Whole Child

by Meredith Montgomery

Nature-based schools provide a child-centered, guided discovery approach to early learning that appeals to kids, parents and teachers and offers far-ranging benefits.

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or youngsters at Tiny Trees Preschool, in Seattle, nature is their classroom— rain or shine; tuition even includes a rain suit and insulated rubber boots.

At Schlitz Audubon Nature Preschool, in Milwaukee, children use downed wood to build forts and fires. Students of Vermont’s Educating Children Outdoors (ECO) program use spray bottles of colored water to spell words in the snow.

Forest Schools Based on the publicly funded forest kindergarten model used by Scandinavian countries since 1995, Tiny Trees encompasses seven urban park locations throughout the city, ranging from 15 to 160 acres. With no buildings, playgrounds or commercially produced furniture and 30 percent less overhead, “We can make exceptional education affordable,” remarks CEO Andrew Jay.

“Most of the day is spent exploring the forest. If children see salmon in the

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stream, we observe them from a bridge, and then search out the headwaters to see where they’re coming from,” explains Jay.

Nature Preschools The launch of Earth Day in 1970 and America’s nature center movement in the 1960s yielded another immersive nature-based model that includes indoor learning.

The preschool at the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Designcertified Schlitz Audubon Nature Center includes three nature-focused indoor classrooms and three outdoor areas— two with manmade structures like a slide and picnic tables, and one left completely natural. Founding Director Patti Bailie says the children spend most of their day outside and teachers can take them beyond the play areas to explore 185 acres of prairie, forest, wetlands and lakefront beach habitats.

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ECO currently collaborates with seven Vermont public schools from preschool to high school, offering year-long programs for students in inquiry-based outdoor learning for up to four hours a week.

“We immerse ourselves in nature with a 10-minute hike into the forest,” says program coordinator Melissa Purdy. Students first learn safety protocols and how to set up camp. Introducing skill-appropriate tools, preschoolers whittle sticks, third-graders build teepees and lean-tos, and high school students build bridges across streams.

Building Resiliency Sharing space with insects and plants requires special safety protocols and preparation, but the injury rate of outdoor learning is no higher than that of indoor schools. “Children are building risk literacy—they climb trees, but only to safe heights; they step on wet rocks, but learn how to do so without falling,” says Jay. Classrooms without walls work because students have a sense of freedom within reasonable boundaries.

“In winter, we dress warmly and do more hiking to generate body heat.

We use picnic shelters in heavy rains.

Children don’t have anxiety about the future—rain means puddles to splash in and snow means building snowmen,” says Jay.

Developing the Whole Child Outdoor learning naturally creates knowledge of local ecosystems, environmental stewards and a sense of place, but teachers also observe many other developmental benefits.

At the Magnolia Nature School, at Camp McDowell, in Nauvoo, Alabama, Madeleine Pearce’s agile and surefooted preschoolers can hike three miles. Located in a rural county with

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Kindergarten means “children’s garden” and originally took place outdoors. It’s commonplace today in Finland, Norway, Sweden and Switzerland.

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a 67 percent poverty rate, the school partners with Head Start to secure tuition-free opportunities for families. Pearce attests how exploring the 1,100-acre property fosters language skills. “With less teacher instruction, children have more time to talk freely with each other.”

Instead of loudly calling kids in, Purdy uses bird calls or a drum, which fosters a sense of peace and respect. During daily sit time students observe themselves as a part of nature.

“As birds sing and wildlife appears, children see the rewards of quiet and stillness, so self-regulation becomes natural,” agrees Bailie.

Bailie sees how children in forest kindergartens express better motor skills, physical development and cognitive abilities than those restricted to traditional playgrounds. Natural playscapes change with the season, are sensory-rich and provide extra oxygen to the brain—all factors that correlate to brain development. Such benefits are reported in Brain-Based Learning

by Eric Jensen, Brain Rules by John J. Medina and the Early Childhood Education Journal.

Parents and teachers often describe nature preschool students as being more observant, confident, inquisitive and engaged.

Outdoor preschools also foster microbial exposure, essential for healthy immune system development.

“Without this exposure, children are at increased risk for developing allergies, asthma, irritable bowel disease, obesity and diabetes later in life,” says B. Brett Finlay, Ph.D., author of Let Them Eat Dirt, which cites supporting science.

Kindergarten readiness is a goal of all preschools, but Pearce doesn’t believe a traditional academic focus is required. “By putting nature first, children are socially and emotionally ready for kindergarten,” she says. “They know how to conquer challenges and are ready to take on academics.”

Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Gulf Coast Alabama/Mississippi (HealthyLiving HealthyPlanet.com).

OUTDOOR PLAY “We are innately connected to nature, but need to provide opportunities to make that connection,” says Patti Bailie, former assistant director of Antioch University’s nature-based Early Childhood certificate program, in Keene, New Hampshire. Here’s how.

Get wild at home. Hang bird feeders, grow wildlife-attracting plants, start a compost pile and designate an area of the yard for natural play where kids can dig and the grass isn’t mowed.

Explore a forest instead of a playground. Without swing sets and toys, children create imaginative play, build forts and climb trees.

Incorporate active transportation into the family routine. Walk, bike or paddle. Rain gear and flashlights enable rainy and after-dark explorations.

Join a family nature club. At ChildrenAndNature.org, connect with other families that value and use the natural world for playing, growing and learning via their Natural Families Forum.

NATURE JOURNALING TIPS

by Meredith Montgomery

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ature journal content is highly personal, ranging from scientific species accounts to wildlife-inspired stories. With just a notebook, pencil and fully engaged senses, nature enthusiasts of all ages can foster observation skills, creativity and outdoor exploration.

Prompt open-ended questions.

“Nature journals encourage children to ask questions and search for answers,” says Tiny Trees Preschool CEO Andrew Jay, of Seattle. Ask why flowers are blooming, how slugs suddenly appeared and what type of tree a leaf came from. Build upon findings with drawings and notes.

Make a sound map. Project Learning Tree, a nationwide environmental education program funded by the American Forest Association, suggests drawing an “X” in the middle of the page to represent where the child is sitting. Then use pictures, shapes or words to show the relative

locations of surrounding sounds.

Consider the macro perspective.

Vermont’s Outdoor Education Coordinator Melissa Purdy shows students close-up shots of moss or sticks without revealing what the abstract image is.

Students note what they observe and wonder as they try to solve the mystery.

Alternatively, challenge children to draw their own macro images by looking at an object with a magnifying glass.

Find a sit spot. Give children the time and space to write and draw freely in their journal as they sit quietly in nature. “Return to the same spot regularly and see how things have changed,” advises Patti Bailie, a professor of early childhood education at the University of Maine, in Farmington. If kids are too busy exploring and learning while outside, reflections can be captured once they’re back inside, too.

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Nature Schools in Rhode Island

by Wendy Fachon

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ing community based on the work of Rudolf Steiner and the understanding of the human being as body, soul and spirit. Established in 1979 for birth through eighth grade, this beautiful campus has 28 acres of woods, streams and magical glades for exploration and play. The approach to education supports children in unfolding their individual capacities for living in the world.

Meadowbrook offers parent-child programs for the early years, birth through preschool (3 to 4 years). Parents and their young children gather weekly for two hours to participate in activities facilitated by Waldorf–trained teachers.

Toddlers engage in indoor and outdoor play, circle time (rhymes, songs and games), snack time, story time and art activities. Preschool and kindergarten programs are designed to nurture and

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protect the young child’s natural sense of wonder and to develop a foundation for literacy and numeracy, as well as social, physical and emotional capabilities. Then they are ready for formal academic learning, which begins in Grade 1. Throughout the following elementary years, children, ages 7 to 11, naturally learn through developmentally appropriate hands-on activities. The curriculum unites academics, arts, movement, practical work and a deep respect for the natural world. Learn more at MeadowBrookSchool.com.

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ton, was founded in 2002 by a group of parents that desired an environment where children in grades K through 8 would engage in an integrated, projectbased curriculum that would provide the foundation to develop each individual as a cognitive, physical, social, emotional and reflective being. Learning by doing, students would become problem solvers, critical thinkers and life-long learners, while also developing an awareness of their personal, social and ecological responsibility.

The academic curriculum incorporates the ideals of environmental sustainability through various creative themes, while providing authentic and meaningful experiences that integrate science and social studies content with reading, writing and mathematics. A

focus on meeting student’s needs today and tomorrow while conserving the Earth’s life support systems is core to what makes Compass special. All students participate in organic gardening, composting and recycling. Learn more at CompassSchool.org.

The Greene School, established in West Greenwich in 2010, embraces nature at the core of its academic programming and applies the educational approach of learning by doing. Serving students in the ninth to 12th grades, this Expeditionary Learning (EL)-credentialed school teaches environmental stewardship. By providing direct experiences in nature, along with the latest in environmental science and technology, students become informed, skilled, innovative and involved community leaders, ready to engage in finding peaceful and sustainable solutions to local and global challenges.

The academic program offers courses in English, math, science and history, and are put into real-life contexts. For example, among the science course offerings are environmental chemistry, biology, sustainable technology and environmental engineering, and involve investigations and expeditions. Outside of the classroom, hands-on, real-world learning activities include participating in a salmon release, building a waste and recycling unit for the cafeteria, creating a sustainable business model for Hillandale Farm, in Westerly, and converting a car into one that runs on vegetable oil.

Learn more at TGSRI.org.

Rocky Hill School, in East Greenwich, serves students from preschool through 12th grade with an 84-acre campus, which includes a 10,000 square-foot community garden, the 1.5 mile Land of Fires Nature Trail

and direct waterfront access to the Narraganset Bay. These resources support Rocky Hill’s emphasis on marine and environmental sciences. Beginning in the Lower School, its programs include Lower School EnviroEd, Middle School Enviroweek and Upper School AP courses in environmental science, marine biology, oceanography and ecology. Rocky Hill School also partners with Save The Bay and the University of Rhode Island Ecology Lab to further enrich the Upper School curriculum.

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program recognizes schools that save energy, reduce costs, feature environmentally sustainable learning spaces, protect health, foster wellness and offer environmental education to boost academic achievement and community engagement. As more people recognize the importance of sustainability, more schools in Rhode Island are becoming greener. Every year the U.S. Department of Education announces Green Ribbon School Winners. This year’s winners are Rhode Island College and Moses Brown. Past winners include: Nathan Bishop Middle School, Classical High School, Providence Career and Technical Academy, The Compass School, The Greene School, Claiborne Pell Elementary School, Ponaganset High School and Paul Crowley East Bay Met Center. Learn more about attaining Green Ribbon status at Ride.RI.gov/ FundingFinance/SchoolBuildingAuthority/GreenSchoolhouses.aspx Wendy Fachon is an environmental educator, a member of the Rhode Island Environmental Education Association (RIEEA) and founder of Rhode Island Netwalking (NetwalkRI.com).

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Fluoride Dangers to Canines Dogs are at substantial long-term risk for exposure to unacceptably high levels of fluoride. They are, for example, at significantly higher probability for bone cancer than humans, with more than 8,000 cases diagnosed each year in the U.S., compared with about 900 human cases.

According to the EWG, a dog drinking normal amounts of tap water would be exposed to 0.05 to 0.1 milligram (mg) of fluoride per kilogram (kg) of body weight daily. A 10-pound puppy that daily eats about a cup of dog food would ingest approximately 0.25 mg fluoride per kg body weight a day, based on average fluoride con-

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In preparing homemade food for a pet, make sure any added bone meal is free of fluoride and lead.

Ethical bone meal producers will test for these contaminants; verify with the source.

Fox suggests a good bone meal substitute might be fossilized oyster shell, dolomite or a synthesized or refined calcium supplement like calcium citrate, ascorbate, stearate or gluconate. Or, consider a pure tricalcium and dicalcium phosphate, blended with magnesium.

Fox attests that bones from longer-lived food animals such as dairy cows, laying hens and breeding stock likely contain higher levels of fluoride than shorter-lived animals like chickens, calves and lambs. In his article “Fluoride in Pet Food: A Serious Health Risk for Both Dogs and Cats?” he writes: “Fluorides accumulate in farmed animals over time from phosphate fertilizers, phosphate supplements, bone meal and fish meal supplements and pesticide and industrial-pollution-contaminated pastures and animal feed. The bones,

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Organic Milk Producer Under Pressure The Aurora Organic Dairy pastures and feedlots north of Greeley, Colorado, are home to more than 15,000 cows—more than 100 times the size of a typical organic herd. It is the main facility of the company that supplies milk to Walmart, Costco and other major retailers.

They adhere to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) organic regulations, but critical weaknesses exist in the inspection system the government uses to ensure that food is organic; farmers are allowed to hire their own inspectors to certify them, and thus can fall short of reaching standards without detection.

Organic dairies are required to allow the cows to graze daily throughout the growing season rather than be confined to barns and feedlots. Although the USDA National Organic Program allows for an extremely wide range of grazing practices that comply with the rule, Aurora was observed onsite and via satellite imagery by the Washington Post as having only a small percentage of the herd outdoors on any given day.

The company disputes the data. U.S. organic dairy sales amounted to $6 billion last year; although it is more expensive to produce, the milk may command a premium price of 100 percent more than regular.

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Reiki – Level I Class – 7-10pm. Usui Reiki Ryoho Level I Learn to heal yourself & others, manual & certificate incl. Class size limited to 4 for a more personalized experience. Level 2 also offered. $120. Ananta Jyoti Yoga & Reiki, Given upon registration, North Providence. 774-987-9007. AnantaJyotiYoga.com.

Intro to Bones & Balance – 9-10:15am. Come to this 3 week introductory series to learn the principles. Medical studies show that a daily yoga practice of 12 specific poses significantly improves bone density. $35/3 weeks. Innerlight Yoga, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown Commons, Middletown. 401-849-3200. InnerlightYoga.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Deep Stretch – 10:45am-12pm. A laid back stretch class. Develop flexibility, range of motion, alignment, and more. Great for both men and women. Excellent for athletes. Also held Thursdays 4-5:15pm.

Five for $40 intro deal. No Expiration! body kneads yoga, 1145 Reservoir Ave, 2nd Fl, Cranston.

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Learn Laugh & Let Go – 6:30-8pm. Join us as we welcome comic mime artist, Robert Rivest to present his interactive stress relief show. Open to all ages. Please register. Free. Mansfield Public Library, 255 Hope Street, Mansfield, MA. 508-261-7380.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Integrated Energy Therapy(IET) Share – 2-4pm.

Shares allow IET healers of all levels to come together and share their healing abilities. Build your skills and confidence in a safe and supportive space.

Free. Creatigo, Agawam Mills 1454 Main St. Ste. 9B, West Warwick. 401-793-0097. Creatigo.org.

Group Healing – 6:30-8pm. Group Healing is a fascinating journey into healing. Greg & Debbee use a dynamic blend of various healing methods & techniques. Bring a blanket or pillow to ensure comfort. $20. Creatigo, Agawam Mills 1454 Main St. Ste. 9B, West Warwick. 401-793-0097. Creatigo.org.

On Mantra and Malas – 4-5:30pm. Learn how to use a mala and mantra to support your meditation practice. $40. The Bija Institute, Cumberland.

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Sadhana of Prana with Chandrakant – 6:309:30pm. Friday night can stand alone as an intro to The Sadhana of Prana, or it is the first and prerequisite session for the weekend workshop. (See Saturday.). $50 general/$35 members. Santosha Yoga and Holistic Health Center, 275 Reservoir Ave, Providence. 401-780-9809. YogaAtSantosha.com.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Yoga Basics – Great For Beginners! – 5:456:45pm. We move slowly through introductory yoga postures and breathing techniques, breaking things down in order to learn safe alignment and preparing you for other classes. Five for $40 intro deal, no expiration! body kneads yoga, 1145 Reservoir Ave, 2nd Fl, Cranston. 401-632-0878. BodyKneads.yoga.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 LOVE: Step 14 to Transformation – 6:30-8pm.

Learn how to anchor your angelic energy and Heart Star with Unity into deeper conscious states of Being Love, then extend that power into daily life by Living Love. $25. Creatigo, Agawan Mill, 1454 Main St, Ste. 9B, West Warwick. Creatigo.org.

Community Reiki Clinic – 1-2:30pm. The Community is invited to experience mini REIKI sessions. Reiki energy assists your own natural healing, relieve pain and alleviate fear and anxiety.

By Donation. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Suite 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

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Basics of Perfumery Class – 1-3:15pm. 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. $85. Providence Perfume Co, 13 S Angell St, Providence. To register: 401-455-2325 or ProvidencePerfume.com.

Intro to Tarot: Mystery Revealed – 6-8pm. Discover how Tarot can “predict” your future! Learn the meaning of the cards, what to expect from a reading and how Tarot can reveal your personal Soul Map. $40. Gather Herbs, 312 Broadway, Newport.

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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Sadhana of Prana with Chandrakant – 9am-5pm.

This is the final day of a workshop which begins on Friday night. This gathering will reveal an inner attunement of impersonal self awareness. See website for details. $225 general/$175 members. Santosha Yoga and Holistic Health Center, 275 Reservoir Ave, Providence. 401-780-9809. YogaAtSantosha.com.

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John of God Crystal Healing Bed – 10am-4pm.

Experience a session on the John of God crystal healing bed. It is an intuitive opening and healing like no other. Contact Ernie to schedule an appointment. 401-641-3516. $30. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 South Rose St, East Providence.

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Grand Opening Celebration – 2-7pm. Open to public. Come meet our practitioners. Discounted services and gift certificates available at the event.

Grand Opening Specials on website. Hourly raffle giveaways. Free. Above All Holistic Health & Wellness, 245 Phenix Ave, Rear Entrance/2nd Floor, Cranston. 401-474-3360. AAHHW.com.

Sadhana of Prana with Chandrakant – 11am8:30pm. The Sadhana of Prana Intensive: a three-day format to reveal through understanding and direct experience how to live your life as a Meditation in Motion (thru Sunday). $225 general/$175 members. Santosha Yoga and Holistic Health Center, 275 Reservoir Ave, Providence. 401-780-9809.

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Northern Lights holistic open house. Come and meet our practitioners and see our wonderful center where you can take classes and enjoy readings and healing. Free. Northern Lights Holistic, 204 Click Tower Square, Portsmouth. 401-293-5655.

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Proprioceptive Writing – 6-8pm. Explore thought and feeling through writing. Gain confidence, clarity and insight in this 6 week mindfulness practice.

Wednesdays 12:30-2:30 begins Sept 13. $150/6 weeks. Innerlight Yoga, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown Commons, Middlertown. 401-849-3200.

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Zydeco Dance Lesson – 6:30-8pm. Presented by Lois Meinhardt. Zydeco is a form of French-Creole dancing that originated in Louisiana. Come learn this lively folk dance with us! Please register. Free.

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Adult Empath Group – 6:30-8pm. What kind of empath are you? Tools, tips and support during this highly charged time. $25. Creatigo, Agawam Mills 1454 Main St. Ste. 9B, West Warwick. 401-793-0097.

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Tarot Mysteries Revealed! – 6:30-8:30pm. How can a Tarot reading empower you to co-create with the Universe? What wisdom can you expect from the cards? Learn the meanings and power of this mystical art. $40. Northern Lights Holistic Campus, 204B Clock Tower Plaza, Portsmouth. 401-293-5655.

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Exploring Spiritual Healing – 6:30-9pm. Come explore the wonderful healing energies of Spirit.

You can take part in the experience or just sit back and see what you feel. All are welcome to attend. Free (Donations Accepted). First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 South Rose St, East Providence.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Laughter Yoga – 7:30-8:30pm. Laughter Yoga is fun, beneficial, easy, requires no previous experience and is free. I repeat, Laughter Yoga is fun, beneficial, easy, requires no previous experience. Free. Southside Yoga Center, 19 Elmwood Ave., Providence.

401-575-8002. ProvidenceLaughterClub.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Foundations Class (morning sessions) – 9am12pm. Join us for a journey of self-discovery and revelation within an experiential format of lecture, discussion, sharing and process with Rev Ian Taylor.

Learn the 9 spiritual principles and practices that will change your life for the better forever. Entry-level class in the study of the Science of Mind. 13 Weeks.

Call for more information and pricing. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 West Shore Rd, Warwick. 401-732-1552. ConcordiaCSL.com.

Know Your Spirit Guides and Teachers – 6:308pm. You have a team of spirit guides waiting to support you. Deepen your relationships with your spirit guides. I will support you and teach you how in this class. $15. Creatigo, Agawam Mills 1454 Main St. Ste. 9B, West Warwick. 401-793-0097.

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Foundations Class (evening sessions) – 6:309:30pm. Join us for a journey of self-discovery and revelation within an experiential format of lecture, discussion, sharing and process with Rev Ian Taylor.

Learn the 9 spiritual principles and practices that will change your life for the better forever. Entry-level class in the study of the Science of Mind. 13 Weeks.

Call for more information and pricing. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 West Shore Rd, Warwick. 401-732-1552. ConcordiaCSL.com.

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Weight Loss Mind Body & Spirit connection. Why do I gain weight back? Workshop on food additives, emotional eating, supplements, meditation, video and book readings. Free. Blue Sky Healing Circle, 1076 Park Ave, Cranston. blueskyhealingcircle@aol.com.

401-942-1076.

Your Body is Speaking; Listening? – 7-8:30pm.

What’s your relationship status with your body?

Adored, unfriended, disowned? Sustain your spirituality and learn 5 steps to slow down, tune in, and get your self back!. Free. Soulistic Arts – Lisa Medley, Teleseminar – Claim your spot now, Contact Lisa for phone bridge line info. Lisa@SoulisticArts.com.

401-588-2762.

Gong Bath Meditation – 7:30-8:45pm. Join Joy and A.Michelle at this unique center for the arts and be immersed in healing sounds of gongs, singing bowls, drums & more! Tickets: NarrowsCenter.ticketfly. com. $20. The Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan St, Fall River, MA. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Shamanic Journey Circle – 1-2:30pm. Journey to a live drum, share insights and lively discussion as we connect with helping spirits to heal, grow and learn. $10. Katharine Rossi, Beloved: a yoga practice, 235 High St, 2nd floor, Reynolds Bldg, Bristol.

401-924-0567. FireseedCenter.com.

“The Universe Has Your Back” – 6-7:30pm. Eight (8) Thursdays with Kathy Black, based on the text The Universe Has Your Back by Gabrielle Bernstein.

This class provides a deep shift in trust and confidence in the wisdom and support of the Universe,. $165/8 Weeks. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 West Shore Rd, Warwick. 401-732-1552.

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Chakradance Awakening Series – 6:30 -8am. 8 Weeks. Each week a chakra is done, culminating with an integration the final week. Cost $300 includes materials. Drop in $40 all except 11/2. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Suite 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Gong Bath Healing Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Come experience deep relaxation and renewed energy and vitality by joining Joy (Gongs of Joy) and Shawn (crystal bowls) as they play gongs, singing bowls, drums and more! $20 pre-registered/$25 at the door. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 West Shore Rd, Warwick. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Usui Reiki Level One – 9am-5pm. Join us for a sacred day of learning & spirit connection. Reiki I Attunement; Manual & certification. Topics: History, Energy system; Self & Client healing & more. RSVP. $150. Savvy Image Gift Shop, Shari Bitsis, 657 Quarry St, Fall River, MA. sharibitsis@gmail.com. 401-465-4249.

Firefly Yoga Fest – 9:30am-2pm. Family-friend yoga event. Featuring Wolf Moon’s Fire, tarot card readers, The Healing Grove, massage, reiki, cranial massage, sound healing, henna and of course yoga. $25 includes parking, admission to all yoga classes, demonstrations and music. $15/non-yoga ticket, free/14 & under. Glen Park, Glen Rd, Portsmouth.

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Jumpstart Your Career in Sexuality – 11am2pm. Do you know what you want to do in the field of sexuality, but don’t know where to start?

Join CSPH educators for this workshop & start building your dream career today! $50. The CSPH, 250 Main St, Suite 1, Providence. 401-489-5513.

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Mediumship Gallery with Kelly – 12-2pm. Attend a group style gallery reading. Loved one’s who have transitioned over, as well as spirit guides will come forward to offer messages of comfort and support. $35 Please RSVP. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Suite 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

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Paint and Express with Zandra – 6:30-9pm. Enjoy an evening of self expression, awareness, and a little creativity. Using some exercises as you tap into your conscious and subconscious to explore your self. $50 includes materials. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Suite 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Advanced Level IET Class – 9:30am-5:30pm.

Work with 4th and 5th pairs of 12-Strand DNA and attract members of your soul’s cluster to help you live your soul’s mission and bring your dreams alive. $225. Creatigo, Agawan Mill, 1454 Main St, Ste. 9B, West Warwick. 401-793-0097. Creatigo.org.

Reiki I Certification Course – 10am-4pm. Learn history, ethics, hand positions of Reiki. Learn about the aura and chakras. Receive First Degree Usui Reiki attunement & practitioner certificate. 2 student limit, RSVP. $150. Live It Love It Wellness, 2845 Post Rd, Ste 104, Warwick. 401-323-7199.

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Relaxathon – 1-4pm. 6 Tools, 3 Hours, 1 New You! Learn how to really relax, not just numb out. Expand your R&R toolbox to help you calm down, get grounded, and re-energize. Feel good again!. $47.

Lisa Medley – Soulistic Arts, Address details after pre-registration, Limited to 15, East Greenwich.

Lisa@SoulisticArts.com. 401-588-2762.

Crystal Bowl Chakra Yoga – 2:30-4pm. Join Christine Johnston and Amy McPhee for an experience combining a soothing crystal bowl sound bath with a corresponding yoga practice. $25. Santosha Yoga and Holistic Health Center, 275 Reservoir Ave, Providence. 401-780-9809. YogaAtSantosha.com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Welcome to Yoga Tone! – 7-8pm. Enjoy tonight’s class for free! Part of Shrine’s “Fall into Yoga”, Yoga Tone, combines the best of yoga and light handweights to sculpt your way to a more toned you! Free. Shrine Studio, 384 Market St, Warren.

401-247-2628. shrineyoga.com.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 Heartlink With Your Angel – 6:30-8pm. Join Greg Bonin for this First Step to Transformation as he leads you through the process of connecting to the energy of your angel and using it for healing. $25.

Creatigo, Agawan Mill, 1454 Main St, Ste. 9B, West Warwick. 401-793-0097. Creatigo.org.

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. $10. Katharine Rossi, Fireseed: Center for Transformation, 194 Waterman St, 3rd floor, Providence. 401-924-0567. FireseedCenter.com.

Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb – 7-9pm. Come learn how hand balancing poses can help strengthen your core and encourage better posture. Come learn the precise alignment necessary for you to float. $45.

The Bija Institute, Cumberland. EricaNunnally.com/ workshops/.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Conscious Communication – 7-8:30pm. Join Mary Hammerstein in this powerful 3 week series.

Check our website for details and registration. $65 if you register by Sept 13. Innerlight Yoga, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. 401-849-3200.

Innerlightyoga.com.

Weight, Why do I gain weight back? - 7-8:30pm.

Mind body & spirit connection. Holistic educational workshop, food choices, emotional eating and nutrition. limit 25 men & women. Free. Blue Sky Healing Circle, 1076 Park Ave, Cranston. BlueSkyHealingCircle@aol.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Reiki Share – 6-8pm. Open to all certified Reiki practitioners (All Levels) who wish to gather for group practice and collaboration. Please RSVP. $5. Savvy Image Gift Shop, Shari Bitsis, 657 Quarry St, Fall River, MA. sharibitsis@gmail.com.

401-465-4249.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Massages with Erika – One Day Only – 9am-7pm.

Special package available for new clients on this day. Relaxation and therapeutic treatments available at introductory price at new location. See website for more info. $70/ 1 hr. first massage – 2nd only $35. Above All Holistic Health & Wellness, 245 Phenix Ave, Rear Entrance/2nd Floor, Cranston.

401-474-3360. AAHHW.com.

Align with the Season Ceremony – 6:30-8pm. Join us for shamanic ceremony to release blocks, open and align more fully to the energy of the Fall Equinox.

Bring drum, rattle, item for the altar (returns w/you).

Free. Katharine Rossi & Paul DiSegna, Energy-NElements, 150 Adirondack Rd, East Greenwich.

401-736-6500. DanceofSoundandSpirit.com.

Always Consider the Source LIVE – 6:30-9pm. Join Nathan Horodysky, Gladys Ellen & Joseph Higgins as they record for their YouTube Channel with a live audience. Come ask questions and be part of future episodes. Free and open to the public. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 South Rose St, East Providence.

401-935-8451. AlwaysConsiderTheSource.com.

Fourth Friday Healing Gong Bath – 7:30-9pm.

Gongs of Joy, with 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 the door. Breathing Time Yoga, 541 Pawtucket Ave, Pawtucket. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com. 401-722-9876.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Reiki II Certification – 9:30am-5pm. Continue your Reiki Journey and learn to do Reiki on others as well as long distance healing. You will receive a certificate upon completion. Bring lunch or eat nearby. $150 Please RSVP Deposit required. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Suite 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

IET® – Intermediate – 9:30am-6:30pm. Learn to clear energy imprints from past life karma & “esoterically dowse” & interpret blockages in the human energy field. (Prereq: IET Basic). $230. White Light Books – Gladys Ellen, 1468 Park Ave (classroom space), Cranston. GladysEllen.com.

Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) – 10am12pm. Introduction to NLP. Explore the relationship between how we thing (Neuro), how we communicate (linguistic) and emotion (programming). Free.

Alex Bering, at Walpole Public Library, 143 School St, Walpole, MA. 508-660-7340.

Advanced Perfumery Methods – 10am-5pm. Also September 24, 10:30am-2pm. Refining fragrance formulation and accord building for students who have already taken intermediate level courses in natural perfumery. $550. Providence Perfume Co, 13 S Angell St, Providence. 401-455-2325.

ProvidencePerfume.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Reiki Master Practitioner (III) – 9:30am-6:30pm.

You will learn advanced tools such as grounding, aura cleansing & Reiki healing meditations. Also, receive 3rd Level Attunement, Reiki Master Symbol & Reiki Crystal Grid. $275. White Light Books – Gladys Ellen, 1468 Park Ave (classroom space), Cranston. GladysEllen.com.

Intermediate IET® – 10am-5:30pm. Receive an Intermediate Level “energy attunement” to further open your energy field to the power of IET® Intermediate Level ray. This is a full day class. $215 Please RSVP. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Suite 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Sound Bath with Singing Bowls – 2-3pm. Come relax to the melody of the singing bowl and receive the healing vibrations. This is a wonderful time, and you will be wanting it to never end.. $20 please RSVP Limited Space. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Suite 2 E, North Kingstown.

401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

FOR RENT CONFERENCE ROOM NEEDED WARWICK, Cranston to Providence or East Bay to run wellness seminars. 10-20 participants. Established practitioner. Call John 401-556-1289.

PRIME EAST SIDE LOCATION! Busy, wellestablished practice offers room/office for a private practice. Best for holistic care, massage, nutritionist, or others with a similar modalities. Spacious, modern and newly renovated wellness office suite.

401-521-0762.

FOR SALE SPRINGHILL STUDIO - All Statues in yard $10.00 each. Unique Concrete Garden Gifts, Pet Memorials, Angels, Buddha Statues, Bird Feeders, and more. Shipping worldwide. Springhill Studio 75 Laura Street, Tiverton RI 02878, 401-314-6752, e-mail: Springhillstudio@yahoo.com Open Daily SpringhillStatuary.com.

HELP WANTED MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST – If you love interacting with people and you have an open mind and caring heart, you may be perfect receptionist for our holistic clinic. Work experience in the field as a medical receptionists and knowledge of Quick Books a plus. Please send your resume and a Two (2)-paragraph statement as to why you would be the perfect candidate. Part time 20-30 hours per week starting at $13 per hour. Please send info to acuwoman@hotmail.com.

OPPORTUNITIES DISTRIBUTION SITE – Offer your patrons the opportunity to pick up their monthly copy of Natural Awakenings magazine at your business location, and promote your events for free with 2 calendars listings a month. Contact Classifieds@RINaturalAwakenings.com.

PAIN RELIEF TREATMENT WITHOUT DRUGS – Get back your health and live life! Call now and save on your first visit! 401-884-8687.

BreidingChiropractic.com.

Live It Love It Wellness * Reiki & Distance Healing * Chakra Clearing * Oracle Card Readings * It Works! wellness products ®

Alicia Mastrangelo REIKI MASTER / TEACHER

401-323-7199 www.liveitloveitwellness.com

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Energy Share – 2-4pm. Shares allow energy healers of all levels to come together and share their healing abilities. Build your skills and confidence in a safe and supportive space. Free. Creatigo, Agawam Mill, 1454 Main Street, Ste. 9B, West Warwick. 401-793-0097.

Creatigo.org.

Sound Healing Gong Bath at the Barn – 5-6:30pm. Join Joy (Gongs of Joy) and A.Michelle (Drumsinger) as you experience the resonant vibrations of the gongs, singing bowls, drums, flutes, vocals, and other instruments!. $30. The Stone Barn, Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, 786 Horseneck Rd, South Dartmouth, MA. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com.

508-858-6786.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 Reading Share – 6:30-8pm. Give and get at least 1 reading. Confirm messages, develop and refine your skills in this safe supportive community. Drop in between 6:30- 8:00. Donation accepted. Free.

Creatigo, Agawam Mill, 1454 Main St, Ste. 9B, West Warwick. 401-793-0097. creatigo.org.

Exploring Spiritual Healing – 6:30-9pm. Come explore the wonderful healing energies of Spirit.

You can take part in the experience or just sit back and see what you feel. All are welcome to attend. Free (Donations Accepted). First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 South Rose St, East Providence.

SpiritualistChurchRI.com.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Fundraiser for Greening the Sphere – 5-9pm.

Come by Flatbread Pizza in Providence to purchase some great pizza & more. Proceeds to benefit Greening the Sphere’s youth environmental education program. Raffle & more. Cost is meal purchase.

Flatbread Pizza, Shari Bitsis, 161 Cushing St, Providence. sharibitsis@gmail.com. 401-465-4249.

Awakening Through Drum Healing – 6:308:30pm. Have you had a situation where you haven’t felt the same since? You may have experienced power and/or soul loss. Shamanic drum healing returns parts to self, removes energetic blocks and restores harmony. $35 p/p group format. To register call, or email whitelight1462@aol.com, 1462 Park Ave, Cranston. 401-944-4130.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 Touch Drawing – 6:30-8:30pm. Play with special technique developed by Deborah Koff-Chapin.

Touch Drawing is a way to draw images from the depths of your soul through the touch of fingertips. $30. Creatigo, Agawan Mill, 1454 Main St, Ste. 9B, West Warwick. 401-793-0097. Creatigo.org.

Weight: Why do I gain weight Back? – 7-8:30pm.

Mind body and spirit connection. Holistic educational workshop, food choices, emotional eating and nutrition. men & women. Free. Blue Sky Healing Circle, 1076 Park Ave, Cranston.

BlueSkyHealingCircle@aol.com.

Non-Toxic Masculinity Group – 7-9pm. Unlearn toxic masculinity and break down harmful social norms with discussion & activities on building empathy and self-awareness. Open to men & maleidentified people. Sliding Scale: $10-20. The CSPH, 250 Main St., Suite 1, Providence. 401-489-5513. bit.ly/NonToxicMasc.

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Overcoming Fear with EFT – 6:30-8:30pm. Do you suffer from Phobias or Fears that hold you prisoner?

Emotional Freedom Technique is a holistic technique that breaks the cycle of fear. Easy to learn. Be Free! $50. Northern Lights Holistic Campus, 204B Clock Tower Plaza, Portsmouth. 401-293-5655.

SoulWisdomHealing.com.

Asana Open House – 7-9pm. Sometimes you just need space and time to explore that one sneaky pose that you are just on the edge of understanding. Get that one on one attention you need. $35. The Bija Institute, Cumberland. EricaNunnally.com/workshops/.

Reiki 101 – 7-8:30pm. Are you just a little curious about Reiki? Wonder what it is? How it works? Or how it feels and how it can help you? Explore this nourishing and stress reducing practice. $45. The Bija Institute, Cumberland.

EricaNunnally.com/workshops/.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14

Gong Bath – Healing with Sound – 6:30-8pm. Join Joy (Gongs of Joy) and A.Michelle (Drumsong) to experience the resonant sounds of gongs, singing bowls, drums, flutes & more to bring you to a state of relaxation!. $25 pre-registered/$30 at the door. It’s My Health Wellcare Collaborative, 1099 Mendon Rd, Cumberland. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com. 401-305-3585.

Weekend Natural Perfumery Intensive Course – 10am-8pm. Oct 15, 10am -2pm. Workshops: introduction to natural perfumery, creating solid perfumes using exotic waxes and butters, marketing/branding/ sourcing/promotion. $875. Providence Perfume Co, 13 S Angell St, Providence. 401-455-2325.

Register: ProvidencePerfume.com.

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markyourcalendar Shrine Open House – 9am-12pm. Join us to celebrate 2.5 years of yoga and more! Free classes, HUGE giveaways and refreshments, feel free to stop in! No purchase necessary – Bring your friends! Free. Shrine Studio, 384 Market St, Warren. 401-247-2628. shrineyoga.com.

John of God Crystal Healing Bed – 10am-4pm.

Experience a session on the John of God crystal healing bed. It is an intuitive opening and healing like no other. Contact Ernie to schedule an appointment. 401-641-3516. $30. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 South Rose St, East Providence.

SpiritualistChurchRI.com.

New to Yoga: Intro Svaroopa® Class – 1-2:30pm.

Try this easy yoga that heals what ails you and keep you young. How? By unraveling the deep tensions in your body with no strain and no sweat! Bring your questions. $10 – Please call to reserve your spot. Time For You Yoga – Maria Sichel, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319.

TimeForYouYoga.com.

Basic Solid Perfume Class – 1-3:30pm. Learn the basics of perfumery. Create 2 chemical-free solid perfumes that you can make and take home. $90.

Providence Perfume Co, 13 S Angell St, Providence.

401-455-2325. RSVP:ProvidencePerfume.com.

Meditation Sound Bath with Cindy – 3-4pm.

Singing bowls, chimes, drum. Let the sounds relax you, reduce stress and provide a peaceful meditative experience. Bring your yoga mat, pillow, blanket for comfort. Free-Will Offering. Above All Holistic Health & Wellness, 245 Phenix Ave, Rear Entrance/2nd Floor, Cranston. 401-474-3360.

AAHHW.com.

Sacred Healing Drum Circle – 7-9pm. Come and join Doug and Tracy for an evening of healing and releasing. We will drum with our spirit guides, ancestors as well as our animal guides, and harness the energy. $15 Please RSVP. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Suite 2 E, North Kingstown.

401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

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Trilingual Celebration of Love & Light - 7-9pm.

Incorporating music, new thought & movement, this multi language celebration will include Spanish, Portuguese, Brazilian, American and Indigenous cultures. It will include a diverse selection of music from the Sufi, Christian, Hindu and Indigenous traditions, solo and group singing, meditation, sacred dance and more, followed by a reception. By donation. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 West Shore Rd, Warwick. concordiacsl.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 Book Study Group - 10am-12pm. Studying and discussing “This Thing Called You”, written by Ernest Holmes, founder of Science of Mind, and the Ancient Toltec Wisdom of Don Miguel Ruiz and The Four Agreements. Inspiring and insightful new study group is just getting started. Meet monthly on the first Saturday of each month (except for the first meeting. Love offering appreciated. One Voice Studio, 411 Central St, North Smithfield. 401.323.7664.

ConcordiaCSL.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27 Sticky Stories VI: Queer Sex! – 8-11pm. Join us at AS220 to listen to hilarious true tales of queer sex adventures and mishaps! Halloween will be right around the corner, so come in costume!

Sliding Scale: $15 – $25. AS220, 115 Empire St, Providence. 401-489-5513. bit.ly/StickyStoriesVI.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Pawtuxet Valley Wellness Day – 9am-5pm.

Seeking health and wellness advocates to become vendors at the event. Deadline to register is Aug 1.

Packages start at $100 a booth. TMW Productions LLC, PO Box 1052, East Greenwich. 401-589-1321.

Tinyurl.com/pvwellnessday2017.

Pawtuxet Valley Wellness Day – 9am-5pm. If you are interested in attending, register before Nov 2 for a chance to win a $100 gift card to Whole Foods. Featuring vendors from the 7 dimensions of wellness. $3 before Nov2; $5/at door. TMW Productions LLC, West Warwick Civic Center, 100 Factory St, West Warwick. 401-589-1321.

Tinyurl.com/pvwellnessday2017attend.

ongoingcalendar sunday Yin Yoga – 8-9:30am. Have you tried a yin class yet?

Go deeper in your poses and allow yourself to breathe.

All levels. $15. Quonny Yoga, 5662 Post Rd, Rte 1, Charlestown. 401-266-1187. QuonnyYoga.com.

Qigong – 8:30-9:30am. Increase your flexibility, strength and immune system; queit the mind and reduce stress. Anyone can do it. Dress comfortably. $15; $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Mindful Flow and Meditation – 9-10:15am.

Moderate-level class blending mindfulness discussions, gentle pranayama (breath) and flowing asanas (poses). $10. Hayloft at Sandywoods Center for the Arts, 73 Muse Way, Tiverton. 401-816-5600.

Sandywoods.org.

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.

Spiritualist Service – 10-11:30am. Come experience the First Spiritualist Church of RI every Sunday.

Service includes healing, a guided meditation, and our guest medium giving a talk and spirit messages.

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

Sundays at Ananda – 10am-12pm. Ananda invites you to join us for weekly Sunday Service, and refreshments afterwards. On Sept 3, our opening day, doors will be open until 4pm. Please stop by and say hi. Donation. Ananda Center Wickford, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown. 401-524-4766.

AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

The Providence Flea – 10am-4pm. (Until September 10th then every other Sunday )Juried, urban flea market. Unusual finds, art, fashion, local crafts, curiosities, furniture, food trucks and more. Free.

The Providence Flea, Providence River Greenway, S Water St, Providence. ProvidenceFlea.com.

Deep Stretch (For Everyone) – 10:45am-12pm. A fun, laid back stretch class. Develop flexibility, range of motion, alignment and more. Great for both men and women. Also held Thursdays, 4-5:15pm. Come try. 5 classes for $40 Intro Special. With Dr. Wayne Clairborne. body kneads yoga, 1145 Reservoir Ave, Cranston. 401-632-0878. bodykneads.yoga.

monday Pilates Mat – 9-10am. Attention is paid to building tone in the deeper postural core muscles. Through the use of modifications, mat class is appropriate for all levels. $22/class; monthly packages available.

Aull Pilates & Movement Studio, 1077 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. 401-619-4977. AullPilates.com.

Tai Chi Easy – 9-10am. Learn tai chi to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, increase balance and coordination. Increase sleep quality, improve blood pres-

Center Wickford, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown.

401-524-4766. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

sure, etc. Dress comfortably. $15, $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Ananda Yoga & Meditation – 9-11am. Start your week with Ananda yoga. Awaken body, mind and spirit in an invigorating flow of postures for higher awareness and energy. Meditate with calmness, peace and joy. $12/drop-in. Ananda Center Wickford, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown. 401-524-4766.

AnandaRodeIsland.org.

Kripalu Yoga with Susan – 4:15-5:45pm. Enjoy breath work and classical yoga poses that tone and strengthen, allowing your heart and body to release and open. Finish with yoga nidra and deep relaxation. With Susan McLaren. New students: $50/5 classes; $15/series. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319.

TimeForYouYoga.com.

Fascial Fitness – 6:15-7:15pm. Focuses on the connective tissue of the body. Using reband elasticity, fascial stretch, fascial release and sensory refinement, we playfully explore our fascial network. $22/ class; monthly packages available. Aull Pilates & Movement Studio, 1077 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. 401-619-4977. AullPilates.com.

Yoga: Beginners Welcomed – 6:30-7:30pm. Breath work, simple meditation, and bodily postures widely practiced for health and relaxation. Text, call or email to reserve you spot. Other classes online. $72/6 wks; try first class $12. Above All Holistic Health & Wellness, 245 Phenix Ave, Rear Entrance/2nd Fl, Cranston. 401-474-3360. aahhw.com.

Restorative Yoga: Cumberland – 6:30-7:45pm.

Restorative yoga meets monthly on the 2nd Monday of the month, Sept-Dec. Starts Sept 11. $15/reserved, $16/drop-in. The Yoga Studio of Blackstone River Valley, 99 Pound Rd, Cumberland. 401-658-4802.

TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

Kickboxing: Muay Thai Kickboxing – 7-8pm.

Appropriate for all levels of fitness/experience. Also, checkout our Special 1 free month of karate for new students. Visit website for a schedule of classes. $6.

USA Karate, 55 Douglas Pike, Ste 205, Smithfield.

401-349-5883. SullivansUSAKarate.com.

Tai Chi Easy – 7-8pm. Learn tai chi to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, increase balance and coordination. Increase sleep quality, improve blood pressure, etc. Dress comfortably. $15; $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

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

Every other Monday: Sept 4 & 18. Visualize and develop scripts filled with positive emotions and group manifest for each other and Earth. Guided meditation format. With Shari Bitsis. $15. Spirit of Agape, 165 Elm St, Seekonk, MA. RSVP: 401-465-4249 or ShariBitsis@gmail.com.

tuesday Ananda: Morning Glory Meditation – 9-10am.

Join us Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. Start your days with chanting to open the heart, and meditation for calmness, peace, clarity and joy. No previous experience needed. Donation appreciated. Ananda

Guided Meditation – 9:30-10:30am. This is a guided meditation that will allow you to relax. Great way to wind down from the day, or just to learn to meditate. $10. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Ananda: Gentle Yoga – 10:30-11:45am. New to yoga? Been away from it for a while and want to ease back in? Starting at a later age? Want to go more slowly and dive deeper? This class is for you. Come join us. $12/drop-in. Ananda Center Wickford, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown. 401-524-4766.

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Intro to Yoga: By Donation Only – 11am-12:15pm.

Come get refreshed on the fundamentals and review some of the foundational pieces of yoga.100% of the donations received will go to The Potter League for Animals. Innerlight Yoga, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown Commons, Middletown. 401-849-3200.

InnerlightYoga.com.

Noon Break Yoga – 12-12:30pm. This is a 1/2-hr yoga class designed for those with limited time at lunch, but still want to learn or practice yoga. $8. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Ananda: Relax for Lunch – 12-1pm. Join us Tuesdays for yoga nidra, a deeply relaxing and restorative practice, followed by meditation. Last Tuesday of the month we will have a Healing Prayer Circle instead.

Donation appreciated. Ananda Center Wickford, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown. 401-524-4766.

AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Yoga: Moving into a Restful Evening – 6-7:15pm.

Moderate posture flow to help you unwind from your hectic day and move into a restful evening.

Suitable for all levels. $12-$13/Flex Pass; $16/ drop-in. The Yoga Studio of Blackstone River Valley, 99 Pound Rd, Cumberland. 401-658-4802.

TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

Ananda: Tuesday/Thursday Yoga – 6-7:30pm.

Tuesday & Thursday evenings enjoy yoga, breathing exercises, meditation and chanting. Physically and spiritually satisfying. All levels welcome. Experience peace and joy. $12/drop-in. Ananda Center Wickford, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown.

401-524-4766. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Loving Openly Support Group – 6:30-8pm.

Learn, build self-awareness, and get support in navigating polyamorous and open relationships.

Tuesday nights (Sept 12-Oct 24). Call us to schedule a free 1-1 consultation. Sliding scale $10-$30 per group. The CSPH, 250 Main St, Ste 1, Providence.

401-489-5513. Therapy@thecsph.org.

Meditation – 7-8pm. This is a guided meditation that will allow you to relax. Great way to wind down from the day, or just to learn to meditate. By donation. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

wednesday Meditation with Ann Porto – 8:30-9:30am. Meditation support and practice group. Come learn to tame your mind and reduce stress. Drop-in. Donations to: Friends of Maiti Nepal to end child sexual slavery.

Laughing Elephant Yoga, 4372 Post Rd, East Greenwich. 401-398-2616. LaughingElephantYoga.com.

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Amrit/Kripalu Yoga with Amy – 9:30-11am. Enjoy breath work and classical yoga poses that tone and strengthen, allowing the heart and body to release and open. Amrit offers a focus on meditation. With Amy McPhee. New students: $50/5 classes; $15/ series. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com.

Noon Break Yoga – 12-12:30pm. A 1/2-hr yoga class designed for those with limited time at lunch, but still want to learn or practice yoga. $8. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Ananda Noon Meditation – 12-1pm. Meditation is a return to your own center. Take a mid-day break with meditation, uplifting chants and inspirational readings. Return to your afternoon refreshed. Donation appreciated. Ananda Center Wickford, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown. 401-524-4766.

AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Midweek Pilates Class – 6:15-7:15pm. A Pilates class designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, posture and enhance mental awareness. Call, text or email to reserve your spot. $72/6 wks; try first class $12. Above All Holistic Health & Wellness, 245 Phenix Ave, Rear Entrance/2nd Fl, Cranston.

401-474-3360. aahhw.com.

Yoga – 7-8pm. Hatha yoga blends balance, strength, improving flexibility, linking breath and movement.

This class also adds dance to warm up and reiki for deeper experience in meditation. $15; $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Svaroopa® Yoga Class in Cumberland – 7-8:30pm.

Enjoy a deeply relaxing slow-paced class. With easy poses and lots of support, learn to release tension and stress with no strain and no sweat. Find your peace and calm. With Maria Sichel. New students: $50/5 classes; $20/series. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319.

TimeForYouYoga.com.

thursday Morning Yoga with Christine Tripp – 9-10am.

Hatha yoga blends balance, strength, improving flexibility linking breath and movement. $15; $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Ananda: Rise & Shine Yoga – 9am-10:15pm.

Awake and ready? You will be after Rise & Shine Yoga. A class to awaken your body, energy and mind. Go into your day with energy and joy. Mixedlevel class. $12/drop-in. Ananda Center Wickford, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown. 401-524-4766.

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Afternoon Tune-Up – 12-1pm. Energize while building strength and flexibility. Connecting breath with the postures cultivating awareness of inner stillness that prepares one for deeper meditation. $15; $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

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Chakradance Awakening Series – 1-3pm. 8 wks.

Each week a chakra is done, culminating with an integration the final week. $300 includes materials; $40/drop-in all except Nov 2. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown.

401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

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Self-Care Workshop – 5:30-6:30pm. Focuses on linking breath with movement for proper alignment to create stability and ease in the body. The breath and the mind melting tension creating self-awareness. $15; $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

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Quonny Yoga All Levels – 5:30-7pm. Strengthen your core and increase your flexibility with the precise queing of hatha- and Forrest-inspired poses. $15. Quonny Yoga, 5662 Post Rd, Rte 1, Charlestown. 401-266-1187. QuonnyYoga.com.

Slow Flow Yoga: Cumberland – 6:30-7:45pm.

Begins Sept 7. Join us in our peaceful studio for slow flow, a blend of kripalu, yin, and restorative yoga. We will practice mindfulness to deepen our benefits. Experienced teacher. $72/6 wks or Flex Pass. The Yoga Studio of Blackstone River Valley, 99 Pound Rd, Cumberland. 401-658-4802.

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Woman’s Yoga – 7-8pm. Hatha yoga blends balance, strength, improving flexibility, linking breath and movement. This class also adds dance to warm up and reiki for deeper experience in meditation. $15; $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

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Buddhist Healing Meditation – 7-8:15pm. Learn calm abiding and clear seeing through sitting practice as well as 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. Register: 401-270-5443 or TheProvidenceInstitute.org.

friday Ananda: Energy & Joy – 9-10:15am. Recharge your body battery with Yogananda’s Energization Exercises for health and higher awareness, followed by yoga postures and a short meditation. Beginners welcome. $12/drop-in. Ananda Center Wickford, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown. 401-524-4766.

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Ananda: Walking with God – 10:30-11:15am. Join us for a meditative walk in nature in nearby Ryan Park (weather permitting). Or in inclement weather we will enjoy a nature focused meditation indoors.

All welcome. Donation appreciated. Ananda Center Wickford, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown.

401-524-4766. AnandaRodeIsland.org.

Group Reformer – 11am-12pm. With more than 500 exercises in the repertoire, these classes are challenging and engaging. The Reformer both assists, and resists you. Reformer experience required. $35; monthly packages available. Aull Pilates & Movement Studio, 1077 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown.

401-619-4977. AullPilates.com.

Noon Break Yoga – 12-12:30pm. A 1/2-hr yoga class designed for those with limited time at lunch, but still want to learn or practice yoga. $8. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Tai Chi Easy – 6-7pm. Learn tai chi to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, increase balance and coordination. Increase sleep quality, improve blood pressure, etc. Dress comfortably. $15; $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055. BlueDragonflyRI.com.

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saturday Beach Yoga – 8:30-9:30am. Join us in front of the Pavillion at First/Easton’s Beach in Newport.

Parking is free during the class. All you need is a towel and a water bottle. Soak up the fresh air. $15/ drop in. Easton’s Beach, Memorial Blvd, Newport.

401-849-3200. InnerlightYoga.com.

TRX with Terri – 8:30-9:30am. A total body workout using your body weight as resistance.

Challenging for any fitness level. You’ll be amazed at what your body can do. $22/class; monthly packages available. Aull Pilates & Movement Studio, 1077 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. 401-619-4977.

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Parent and Me Yoga – 9-10am. This is a combination of yoga mixed with dance and breathing exercises, with a twist of reiki at the end. Great quality time for parent and child. Parent pays, child free. $15; $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

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Saturday Morning Yoga: Cumberland – 9:3010:45am. Join us for a blend of kripalu, yin and restorative yoga for healing body, mind and soul.

Learn mindfulness practice for ongoing stress management. All levels welcome. $12-$13/Flex Pass, $16/drop-in. The Yoga Studio of Blackstone River Valley, 99 Pound Rd, Cumberland. 401-658-4802.

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Southern Rhode Island Center for Spiritual Living Study Group – 9:45am-12pm. Meets the 2nd Saturday of every month at Linda Broadhead’s office.

Free. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 1220 Kingstown Rd, Wakefield. For more info, Rev. Celeste M. Warner: 508-904-0437. ConcordiaCSL.com.

Health and Nutrition 101 – 10-11am. Discuss the benefits of clean eating, differences between organic, conventional and GMO. Other topics include bioindividuality, primary and secondary foods and much more. $25. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. 401-741-5055.

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Beginning Level Yoga: 6 Weeks – 11am-12pm.

Learn the basics of hatha yoga including postures, prop use and breathing techniques. Suitable for new students, and those who need/prefer a gentler pace.

Starts Sept 9. Sept special: $60/6 wks. The Yoga Studio of Blackstone River Valley, 99 Pound Rd, Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

Youth Workshop – 11:30am-1pm. Interactive workshop with the use deep breathing, meditation and an expressive arts activity/play. This allows the participants to gain mindfulness and self-expression. $25 includes materials. Blue Dragonfly Wellness, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2 E, North Kingstown. RSVP: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Ecstatic Dance Providence – 8-10pm. Now at Essence Yoga in Pawtuxet Village. Join us for authentic movement, high vibration hip shakin’ music and your community. “Find Yourself Dancing.” $15. Essence Yoga, 2178 Broad St, Cranston. 401-78-8197.

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ANGEL CARD READINGS MEDIUM AND GUARDIAN ANGEL READER

Lisa Ashton, R.N. Readings in person or by telephone 204b Clock Tower Square, Portsmouth, RI 401-500-1908 LisaAshtonMedium.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. Phone reading or in person.

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.

DR. LORRI HABER-DIBONI 14 Cedar Swamp Road Smithfield, RI 02917 401-233-0200 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 34.

DAY SPA DIVINE IMAGES & SANCTUARY DAY SPA 285 Slade’s Ferry Blvd, Unit 2 Somerset, MA. 02726 508-673-0900 • DivineImagesDaySpa.com

Our company is based on Ayurvedic & holistic principles. Working with Aveda, Eminence, Glo-Minerals, & Ouidad, presents every one of us with the opportunity to create positive effects. Treating the whole person leads to greater balance & well being. Come experience exceptional treatments with extraordinary products! See ad on page 9.

DEPTH HYPNOSIS 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.

ESTHETICIAN FRESH FACE SKINCARE CENTER AT AVALON

Debby Votta 1221 Reservoir Ave, Cranston, RI 401-944-4601 FreshFaceSkinCare.net With over 10 years of experience, Debby Votta, owner of Fresh Face Skincare Center, specializes in cutting-edge anti-aging skin treatments. She is consistently educating herself on the latest and best skincare products/treatments for her clients. She is certified in many of the latest hightech esthetic advances including microdermabrasion, micro current, led light therapy, chemical peels and much more. See ad on page 37.

JAHMEIR SKINCARE STUDIO 2928 Post Rd, Warwick RI 401-595-2851 JahmeirSkincareStudio.com

My intention and holistic expertise is to provide innovative technology, high performance products and services to heal your skin. Combining vegan, organic and gluten free products with clinical personalized treatments the skin’s health, balance and radiance can be enhanced. Offering and using cutting edge procedures the skins transformation and harmony is the result. This philosophy can target, correct and benefit many sensitive unbalanced & unhealthy skin types. See ad on page 8.

HAIR SALON 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, reflexology, acupuncture, massage and herbalism. See ad on page 7.

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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Search the Chamber of Commerce Directory for holistic practitioners and merchants. Browse the Library articles and audios. Bookmark the Calendar for “must see” holistic events and more! Join today. It’s free. Own a business?

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SOUL WISDOM READINGS WITH CHRIS Chris McCullough 204b Clock Tower Square, Portsmouth, RI 401-662-6642 crismcholistic@gmail.com SoulWisdomTarot.com

Readings in Person or by phone by appointment.

Bring a little magic to your next Home Parties or Fundraiser. Cris is Author of “Holistic Tarot: Soul Wisdom for a New Paradigm”, her integrative approach to reading merges numerology, spiritual astrology and connection with Divine Source to help you solve the problems in your life. Classes in Goddessing, Tarot and Shamanism forming now.

Go to SoulWisdomTarot.com or facebook.com/ HolisticTarot for the latest news.

HOLISTIC HEALTH COACH/ HYPNOTHERAPIST ABOVE ALL HOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLNESS

Toni-Ann Laprade Women’s Holistic Health/Life Coach 245 Phenix Avenue, Cranston, RI (Rear Entrance) 401-474-3360 ToniAnnLaprade@gmail.com AAHHW.com

Come talk some Holi-Talk with Toni-Ann! Toni-Ann offers a free 30-minute consultation to explore how she can help you reach your health goals and/or make healthier holistic lifestyle choices.

Degreed in Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Nutrition, Psychology, she is also a Board Certified Hypnotherapist. See ad on page 9.

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HOMEOPATHY VANDANA PITKE

Om Homeopathy at It’s My Health 1099 Mendon Rd Cumberland, RI omhomeopathy.com 401-573-3757 With 12+ yrs experience in classical Homeopathy Vandana Pitke has helped many clients restore and achieve health. Vandana is a certified classical homeopath. She looks at the symptoms from a holistic perspective focusing on mind and body.

She also incorporates ayurvedic nutrition and Mudra meditation in her practice, which makes healing faster, better and from within when combined with homeopathy. Go to omhomeopathy.com or join Facebook group My Holistic Health. See ad on page 36.

HOSTING SPACE THE MEETING NEST AT ACORN COTTAGE

Jackie Van Dusen 401-284-0363 LightsoulTherapy@verizon.net LightSoulTherapy.com Offering Indoor/Outdoor Space in South County. For Classes, Workshops, Ceremony.

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HYPNOSIS TRAINING GREATER RHODE ISLAND HYPNOSIS TRAINING

John Koenig, Certified Instructor 401-374-1890 John.Koenig.Hypnotist@live.com GreaterRhodeIslandHypnosisTraining.com

Help people change and earn income as a Certified Hypnotist. 100 Hour National Guild of Hypnotists Certification Course. March - June 2018. $300 early enrollment discount. Call today to see if this course is right for you.

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.

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Frustrated? Overwhelmed? Banging your head against the wall only burns 120 calories. There IS a better way. Personalized Hypnosis for stress, overactive thinking, weight management, low-self-esteem, negative emotions, fears/phobias plus much more. Re-discover happiness, confidence and inner calm as you easily take back your life today. Call Now! See ad on page 37.

Susan De Lorenzo is a transformational life coach who helps clients overcome adversity in order to move forward in their lives. Author of the upcoming book, Thank You, Cancer, Susan works with clients to release fear, doubt and worry, helping pave the way to design and take steps toward their dreams. See ad on page 7.

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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 21.

MEDIUM / AUTHOR Gallery sessions and Speaking Engagements.

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Wendy Lewis, ARCB Board Certified Reflexologist East Greenwich, RI 401-626-4171 PranaReflexology.com

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 25.

Treat your feet! Experience reflexology, the ancient healing art that’s the remedy for modern life. Reduce stress and support wellness with reflexology’s uniquely deep relaxation. Pamper feet and hands, leave with a blissful body and mind. Visit PranaReflexology.com to learn more about our services.

SHAMANIC PRACTITIONER DR. M FEIBELMAN, ND

Leaves of Change Natural Medicine at Sage Healing Collaborative 201 Waterman Street East Providence, RI 02914 508-343-0580 LeavesOfChangeMedicine.com

Holistic Medicine and individual patient care. Safe and effective natural solutions including nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy and hydrotherapy.

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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 36.

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Joy Quinn Blum & A. Michelle 401-258-3952 • GongsOfJoy.com

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 11.

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

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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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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 36.

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.

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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.

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