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HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET

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hen my world starts to feel like it is spiraling out of control, I’ve learned that the best thing to do is make a list. With scads of thoughts running around in my head, I get a vision of the Tasmanian devil swirling around in there. I’ve made a conscious effort during the last 10 years to find tools and tricks to help manage things, myself included. That’s where my list comes in. It really is the quickest road back to order and sanity when life seems to spin out of control.

One of the beautiful things a list does for us is give a peaceful illusion of finiteness in an infinite world. The illusion, of course, may be short lived but the momentary pause it gives us to get our feet back solidly on the ground may be well worth it. Lists also Maureen Cary, Publisher feed our belief that we can get organized, and that organization will work. This illusion is vital to our resilience for stepping up to the plate.

Probably the greatest thing about lists is the sheer joy of checking items off as we do them. If we are feeling really bad, it’s good to add things we have already completed to the list just so we can experience the pleasure of checking them off.

The writing of this Letter from the Publisher every month is often on a to do list.

Typically pushed off (again and again) until it’s the day before we go to print, I’m usually frantically writing and begging someone to edit it. I hate that part the most—the sense of urgency. Every month I vow that I’m not going to do it next month, and while this may be the 123rd letter I’ve written, I have managed only a few times to get it done early.

If I would only embrace how good it feels to have it done early, I would have one less stress at print time. This month, I had an extra motivation to get it done early: As we go to print, we fly to Italy for a once in a lifetime vacation. If I had an incentive like that every month, I suppose it would help!

As we head at lightening speed into the holiday season, lists and travel are things I’m grateful for. Another is the wonderful tribe of people I have in my life. The magazine has brought me some truly amazing friends that I can’t imagine my life without now. The Natural Awakenings community is filled with passionate, dedicated souls that are an honor to share my life with.

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BioMed Center New England is Now Open in Providence

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he American Center for Bioregulatory Medicine and Dentistry, known as the BioMed Center New England, is now open and taking appointments at 111 Chestnut Street, in Providence. BioMed is the most comprehensive center in North America for bioregulatory medicine and dentistry together under one roof, with a comprehensive holistic approach to health care that harnesses cutting-edge modern technologies.

BioRegulatory medicine puts the patient at the center and addresses the full range of physical, emotional, mental, social, spiritual and environmental influences that affect health. It is a biologically oriented approach to medicine, aiming to eliminate symptoms by supporting and restoring the body’s own intrinsic healing mechanisms. For people that have not seen optimal results with conventional allopathic medicine, this could be a life-changing experience.

Employing a personalized strategy that considers each individual’s unique conditions, needs and circumstances, bioregulatory medicine uses the most appropriate interventions from an array of scientific disciplines to heal illness and disease, and help each person regain and maintain optimum health.

The BioMed Center New England offers assessment, therapeutics and integrated care packages, providing a quality of care remarkable for natural and holistic treatment centers, and a level of compassion seldom achieved in a conventional medical setting.

For more information, call 833-8BIOMED or visit TheBioMedCenterNE.com. See ad on back cover.

Acupuncture at Five Harmony Health

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ive Harmony Health, located in East Greenwich, recognized the celebration of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AOM)Day on October 24. AOM Day is celebrated worldwide each year to bring awareness to the benefits of acupuncture and Oriental medicine.

Acupuncture and Oriental medicine practitioners continue a rich history of healing and bring to light philosophies which date back thousands of years. Acupuncture helps to heal and alleviate symptoms and diseases by restoring the correct flow and balance to qi (life energy), in conjunction with the body’s own ability to restore good functioning, alleviate pain, heal symptoms, balance the emotions, and calm the mind and spirit. As many people struggle each day with conditions of disease, addiction and pain, it is especially important to educate our communities to the possibilities and healing opportunities available through acupuncture treatments.

Location: 655 Main St., East Greenwich. For more information, call 443-831-2347 or visit FiveHarmonyHealth.com. See ad on page 4.

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Now Accepting Artist Applications for Maker’s Marketplace

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rtist applications are now being accepted for the third annual Maker’s Marketplace, which will take place inside The Empowerment Factory Studios every Saturday during the Hope Artiste Village Pawtucket Wintertime Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., from November 3 through April 20, 2019.

This is a curated event to ensure that a diversity of wares is offered. Spaces are limited and on a first come, first serve basis. Vendors that secure five weeks or more receive a 20 percent discount. The cost to exhibit from November through December is $50 each week, and $25 per week from January through April with the exception of the Valentine’s Day Show.

Reserved spaces include a 6-foot table, a table cloth and two chairs. Vendors may bring their own table or table cloth if they prefer. Exhibiting costs also include marketing on the website along with inclusion in the weekly newsletter, social media campaigns, and within printed and online advertising. Please provide price points and pictures for marketing efforts.

Payment is required in advance before dates are confirmed. Once the application is submitted, a PayPal invoice will be sent to the email address provided and payment must be received within seven days. Refunds in full will only be provided when 30 days prior notice and confirmation are provided.

For more information, call Laura Taylor at 401-654-7399 or email fiberartgoddess@ gmail.com; call Gail at 401-365-1010 or email gail@empowermenfactory.org. See ad on page 3.

The Providence Flea Holiday Markets

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he Providence Flea, downtown’s outdoor vintage and artisan/ maker market, returns for its sixth annual Holiday Markets indoors at Hope High School, 324 Hope St., in Providence, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 2, 9, 15 and 16. The markets will be held in the cafeteria at the building’s rear entrance and will offer holiday-themed merchandise and handmade gifts from artisans and makers, original art plus lots of hand-picked holiday and everyday vintage that make for one-of-a-kind gift-giving. Hot coffee drinks and food trucks will be on site and lots of free off-street parking is available. Admission is free.

Providence Flea is also holding a Marche De Noel Popup Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., December 1, at the French American School of Rhode Island, located at 75 John Street, in Providence. This traditional French holiday market will include an artisan market pop-up, food trucks, face painting, tree sale, ornament workshop and a visit from Santa.

Cost: Free. For more information, directions, featured vendors and daily updates, follow at Instagram.com/ProvidenceFlea, Facebook. com/ProvidenceFlea, Twitter.com/ProvidenceFlea, or with e-news signup at ProvidenceFlea.com. See ad on this page.

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An Introduction to Peruvian Shamanism and the Three Healing Energies

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oin Sarah C. Whitehead, MA, shaman and visionary healer, for a hands-on introduction to the healing energies of Peruvian shamanism from 1 to 4 p.m., November 11, at the Providence Institute.

The Q’ero, who are descendants of the Inca culture of Peru, work with three primary energies, known as kawsay, sami and kanchay, for healing and balancing. Participants will learn to invoke these energies with their voices, and direct them with their hands, for a complete healing session. This introductory workshop will lead up to an in-depth series delving into the shamanic path, in the near future.

Whitehead, the originator of contemplative shamanism, which combines Peruvian shamanism and Buddhism, holds a master of arts in Buddhist studies from Naropa University, has apprenticed with many indigenous shamans, and is certified in Kripalu yoga and the Hanna Kroeger health system.

Cost: sliding scale $50-$75; work-study opportunity available. Location: 18 Imperial Pl., 6A, Providence. For more information, call or text Sarah at 401-464-1634 or visit TheProvidenceInstitute.org. See ad on page 11.

Four-Week Spiritual Book Study

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ev. Olga Silva and Rev. Natalia deRezendes will facilitate a four-week bilingual (English and Spanish) intense study of This Thing Called You, by Ernest Holmes, a 1948 text revealing profound mysticism. The course of study will take place from 6 to 8 p.m., November 12, 19 and 26, and December 3, at Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, in Warwick.

Course is also available online.

This text is an intimate guide through which readers learn the most Rev. Natalia deRezendes, RScP important lesson of how they are an immutable part of the flow of life, and how they may fulfill the longing within us all to live more fully. The book details methods of meditation used for healing, improving the mind and body, and reaching one’s divine self. Included are numerous inspirations, meditations and prayers that individuals can apply to their lives which reveal the unlimited potential of the spiritual psychology that Holmes founded in religious science.

Cost: $100. Location: 292 West Shore Rd., Warwick. To register, call 401-732-1552. See ad on page 17.

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Give a Rhode Island Child Hope and Joy this Holiday

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ring hope to a child and joy to your holiday by partnering with Children’s Friend as a Spirit of Giving holiday drive sponsor. Children’s Friend’s annual Spirit of Giving holiday drive provides presents and winter gear for more than 5,000 of the state’s most vulnerable children from families struggling with economic challenges.

Each family has made out a wish list of what the children need, along with each child’s size and color preference. Most children need winter coats and clothing, as well as boots, hats, mittens, blankets, pajamas, books, toys and games.

“A new article of clothing with the tags on it, a blanket of their own or a book that they can keep can mean a lot to a child,” says David Caprio, president and chief executive of Children’s Friend. Sponsors are matched with children and provided with the wish list so they can shop for their match. Gifts are dropped off at the holiday drive headquarters in Providence and then delivered to homes by the family’s social worker, who also brings wrapping paper, tape and bows so parents can wrap the gifts for their children.

For information on how to sponsor a family, donate or volunteer, call (401) 276-4346, email HolidayDrive@cfsri.org or visit SpiritOfGivingDrive.org.

RIANP Fundraiser at Flatbread in Providence

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he fifth annual fundraiser for the Rhode Island Association of Naturopathic Physicians (RIANP) will be held from 5 to 9 p.m., December 4, at Flatbread Company, on the East Side of Providence.

That night, the RIANP will receive a donated percentage of every pizza ordered in-house, as take-out or home delivery.

Additionally, the RIANP will be hosting a raffle with healthrelated prizes. Raffle winners will be drawn at 9 p.m. and do not have to be present. Visit RIANP.org to learn about the specific raffle prizes. To purchase raffle tickets before the event, email RINaturopaths@gmail.com or contact a naturopathic doctor.

Raffle ticket prices are one ticket for $1, six tickets for $5, 14 tickets for $10, and 30 tickets for $20.

Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are trained to address healthcare needs of people of all ages. With a focus on prevention and wellness, NDs use nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy, bodywork and counseling to address health concerns and minimize the need for pharmaceutical therapies or surgeries. In July of this year, Rhode Island became the 23rd state or jurisdiction to pass a law to license naturopathic doctors, establishing education standards and a scope of practice for the profession. This year’s fundraising proceeds will target the RIANPs work toward advocating for health care insurance coverage of naturopathic visits.

Location: Flatbread Company, 161 Cushing St., Providence. For more info, visit www.RIANP.org. See ad on page 17.

Intuitive Guidance for a Cause

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racy Calapai, intuitive guide and energy healer, is offering an intuitive guidance fundraising event one day each month to support Take Back Your Life (TBYL), a nonprofit organization that supports survivors of domestic violence. She asks for a minimum donation of $60 for a 30-minute session (reading/ coaching) with 100 percent of the proceeds going to TBYL.

Licensed clinical social worker, Darlene Correia, founded Take Back Your Life to assist survivors in finding their voices, or to be the voice for those no longer able to speak. TBYL Tracy Calapai provides support to survivors to move forward in life and take back control of their lives which has been taken by their abusers. The ultimate goal is to obtain a building for centralized services to reduce re-traumatization to survivors.

All donations are tax deductible. Event date information is updated weeks in advance at Facebook.com/TracyCalapai111 and at TracyCalapai.com. Day and evening appointments are available; appointments are required in advance and can be made in the Facebook event, through her web site or via PayPal invoice.

For more information, email Tracy@TracyCalapai.com or visit TracyCalapai.com. See ad on page 33.

THE PROVIDENCE INSTITUTE PRESENTS: November 11, 1-4pm: The Three Healing Energies of Peruvian Shamanism Hands-on Workshop with PI Director, Sarah C. Whitehead, MA.

Full & New Moon Fires in Little Compton Full moon November 7: The Gifts of The Spirit World New moon November 23: Cultivating True Sight

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Renew Your Joy with a Series of Shamanic Workshops

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lana Gibeault will facilitate two shamanic workshops from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., November 3 and 17, at Acorn Cottage, in Wakefield.

The first class will present an overview of the Prophecies of the Ancient ones and how they inform our world. It will focus on basic ceremonial protocol, including the clearing of sacred space, the use of sacred herbs, the importance of respect for all living things, and how we are gifted by the beauty of the natural world. The second class will concentrate on journey work and finishing individual medicine pouches with beadwork.

Continuing workshops on shamanism will be offered along the way. Bring a lunch and dress for the weather as the workshop may be outside for a bit.

Cost: $60 per class. Location: The exact address of Acorn Cottage will be given at time of registration. For more information or to register, call Elana Gibeault at 401-884-0902.

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Shamanic Journey to the Nine Grandmothers

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oin Cathy Pagano at 7 p.m., November 2, at Acorn Cottage, in Wakefield, for a shamanic journey to discover the wisdom of the ancestors. For the journey, individuals can choose one of nine forms of the divine goddess as crone or grandmother. As these grandmothers are met (Star Nation, Priestess, Sun, Midwife, Moon, Shaman, Earth, Death and Storyteller) participants will find answers to their questions.

Bring whatever is needed to be comfortable while journeying, and remember to bring a journal. Stay afterwards for a fire and short Samhain ceremony.

Cost: $13. Location: The exact location in Wakefield is given at time of registration. Register at Cathy@ImagineCoachingServices.com. See ad on page 4.

Free Workshop on Releasing Fear

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aradigm Shift will be hosting a free workshop, Three Keys to Releasing Fear for Deeper Life Fulfillment, from 1 to 4 p.m., November 17, at their place of business in Johnston. This workshop will focus on how to break-free from fears and anxiety that may be holding anyone back in their life consciously or unconsciously. This workshop is for those that would like to have a deeper sense of fulfillment in their life; who procrastinate on things they wish to accomplish; who have goals that they are not actively working on; who experience anxiety which impacts their ability to move forward into a life that truly fulfills them; or who feel stuck or held-back in their life and are unsure as to why.

Warm Hearts Warm Coats Day

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rom November 1 to 21, the 9th Annual Warm Hearts Warm Coats Day will be collecting new and used warm coats, socks, scarves and gloves for those in need. Those in need of the warmth can come and pick what they need from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., November 23, at the Salvation Army at 102 High Street, in Pawtucket.

Books on Wings will be distributing free kids books (donations welcomed).

Co-sponsors of this event include the Neighborhood Alliance Pawtucket, with the City of Pawtucket along with many other local business, community organizations and places of worship. Drop off locations range from the Pawtucket Library, Providence Yarn, Alhers Designs and all Pawtucket branches of the Pawtucket Credit Union, among others. Look for a donation box near you, or start one up at your place of business.

To volunteer to help with this event, contact Arthur Plitt at 401-369-1918 or KingArthurArthur@yahoo.com. For more information, visit Neighborhoodlink.com/NAP-_Neighborhood_Alliance_of_Pawtucket/home.

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Cost: Free. Location: 1395 Atwood Ave., Ste. 201, Johnston. Full description of workshop and registration can be found at ParadigmShiftRI.com. For more information, call 401-383-7633. See ad on page 17.

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Eating Well Protects Hearing A healthy diet can lower the risk of moderate to severe hearing loss by 30 percent or more, conclude researchers from Harvard Medical School’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Studying the diets of 33,000 women for 22 years, they found that hearing was better retained among those that ate closer to the Mediterranean Diet—with more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, fish and virgin olive oil.

The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, high in fruits and vegetables and low-fat dairy, as well as low in sodium, also was associated with better hearing.

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Raw fruit and vegetables are better for mental health than canned, cooked or otherwise processed produce, report researchers from New Zealand’s University of Otago. Their survey of more than 400 young adults from their country and the U.S., published in Frontiers in Psychology, found a correlation between eating raw produce and measures of psychological well-being, positive mood and life satisfaction.

“The cooking and processing of produce likely limits the delivery of nutrients that are essential for optimal emotional functioning,” says co-author Tamlin Conner, Ph.D. The top 10 raw foods for mental health are carrots, bananas, apples, dark leafy greens, grapefruit, lettuce, other citrus, berries, cucumbers and kiwis.

Early-stage breast cancer can be accurately detected via a simple breath test and urine sample, report researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, in Israel. Using electronic nose sensors and gas-chromatography mass spectrometry to analyze breath and urine, respectively, they were able to identify biomarkers for breast cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer for women worldwide. “Our new approach… with inexpensive, commercially available processes, is non-invasive, accessible and may be easily implemented in a variety of settings,” says study co-author Yehuda Zeiri, Ph.D.

Mammography, the common screening test for breast cancer, is typically 75 to 85 percent accurate, a figure that drops for full-bodied women and those with dense breast tissue. Dual-energy digital mammography is more accurate, but increases radiation exposure, and MRIs are more expensive.

The Israeli research, published in the journal Computers in Biology and Medicine, compared breath and urine samples taken from 85 women with breast cancer and 81 healthy women. The electronic e-nose device, picking up on a unique breath pattern, detected cancer cells accurately 95 percent of the time. The urine test proved 85 percent accurate. “With further study, it may also be possible to analyze exhaled breath and urine samples to identify other cancer types, as well,” says Zeiri.

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Raw Fruit and Veggies Key to Mental Health

Breath and Urine Tests Detect Breast Cancer

Pumpkin Compounds Inhibit Cancer Growth In addition to being tasty, autumn’s pumpkin pie may also help prevent cancer. Two studies have confirmed the ability of certain nutrients in pumpkins to inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

Researchers from the Italian Institute of Food Science found that carotenoid compounds from pumpkins delayed the growth of human colorectal cancer and bone cancer cells by an average of 40 percent. In China, Harbin Medical University researchers found that a polysaccharide compound from pumpkins halted the growth of human liver cancer cells.

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The death of the world’s last male northern white rhino has rendered the species functionally extinct, which means the only hope of reviving the population is through in vitro fertilization. World Wildlife Fund head of campaigns Colin Butfield calls this a “uniquely bad situation.” Two other animals, the vaquita, a very rare porpoise discovered in 1958, and the Javan rhino are facing the same fate. Many other species, including the Sumatran rhino, black rhino, Amur leopard, forest elephant and Bornean orangutan are considered critically endangered, some with fewer than 100 individuals left. The International Union for Conservation of Nature currently considers 5,583 species of plant, mammal, bird, amphibian and marine life critically endangered.

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Citigroup is no longer financing mining projects that dump mine waste into the ocean. The move comes in response to pressure from the Ditch Ocean Dumping campaign, which calls on financial institutions to divest from any project or company that employs the practice. “Banks and financial institutions must actively take steps to ensure that they are not bankrolling the destruction of our oceans,” says campaign coordinator Ellen Moore of Earthworks.

Mine waste can contain up to three dozen dangerous chemicals, including arsenic, lead, mercury and cyanide. These metals accumulate in fish, and ultimately, the wildlife and people that eat them.

The pollution contaminates drinking water, decimates ecosystems and destroys fisheries. While the outdated practice has been phased out in many parts of the world, new mining proposals in Papua New Guinea and Norway signal that such dumping is being ramped up, not phased out.

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ala Studio Yoga & Art offers ashtanga and Jivamukti yoga classes in downtown Providence and is distinguished by an emphasis on personalized handson assists, to guide and support alignment, and a schedule that fits in with the workday—early morning Mysore classes, lunchtime vinyasa and Jivamukti during after-work hours. The studio also offers weekend classes and retreats. Located by the river on South Main, “Jala” is named for the Sanskrit word for water. Human bodies are made up of 70 percent water, which enables energy flow, flexibility and other important aspects of being.

Studio founder, Bristol Maryott, travels to India regularly, where she studies Sanskrit, chanting and advanced yogic practices. This helps Maryott present yoga in a way that is as pure, authentic and respectful as she can.

Vinyasa yoga, commonly referred to as “flow” yoga, is characterized by stringing

together a sequence of asanas (postures), so the student can move from one to another, seamlessly, using breath. Lunchtime vinyasa classes are designed to de-stress busy workers and provide a calm midday oasis. The 45-minute classes, composed of gentle movement and poses, allow workers to return to the office feeling spacious and not too sweaty.

Ashtanga yoga is a vigorous vinyasa practice where students move progressively through set series of postures. Mysore practice, a traditional way of practicing ashtanga, is named after the city in South India where the ashtanga guru, Sri K Pattabhi Jois lived. In Mysore practice, each student practices individually at their own pace. Students receive guidance and one-on-one assists from the teacher in a quiet, focused, individualized setting that allows an intimate relationship to develop between student and practice. Students begin with the first poses of the Primary

Series and are introduced to new postures by the teacher as they gain proficiency.

Jivamukti yoga is a physically and intellectually stimulating vinyasa practice emphasizing spiritual awareness. Each class focuses on a theme, which is supported by asana sequencing, yogic breathing, music, meditation and explorations of yogic philosophy. Again, hands-on assists are provided to support each individual’s alignment.

A third distinguishing feature of Jala Studio Yoga & Art is creativity. Maryott holds a masters’ degree in art history from the Courtauld Institute of Art, in London, UK, and has worked at Sotheby’s in London and the Museum of Fine Arts, in Boston. Maryott believes that art and yoga are complimentary disciplines exploring consciousness. In founding Jala, Maryott wanted to create a space where yoga practitioners could both inspire and be inspired by art. In November and December, Jala will be presenting the artwork of Providence painter Margie Butler, whose work spans plein air, abstracts, collage and painted objects.

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its. Look for public art in your area. Local libraries often offer great activities for kids.”

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nplugging with creative and fun activities fosters skills that can last a lifetime. Studies published by the National Endowment for the Arts Office of Research & Analysis show that participating in performing and visual arts enhances children’s social skills and emotional processing, builds confidence and improves academic aptitude.

“Not every child needs to play a team sport. Team experiences such as working with peers toward a goal, learning to win and lose gracefully and to get along with others can also be learned through the arts,” explains Antonella D’Aloia, a developmental and expressive art teacher with The Whole Child, in Upton, Massachusetts. “Both crafts and expressive artistic creation have huge benefits because they’re usually seen as nonthreatening activities, especially for kids with anxiety or on the autism spectrum. Art offers a safe place in which they can hone new responses to difficult feelings.”

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Earth-Based Self-Expression

Weaving, scrapbooking, making friendship bracelets and other art projects involving organic or re-usable materials can demonstrate sustainability while teaching children how to follow directions, cultivate patience and strategize. Healthy cooking classes are a creatively engaging avenue for youths to learn about connections between a healthy Earth and maintaining personal health. Expressing themselves through the visual arts, drama and dance promotes problem-solving and innovation, as does joining a science or Lego club.

“It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to try new things,” stresses D’Aloia. “Go to local school concerts, plays and art exhib-

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Instilling mindfulness in children can be both fruitful and far-reaching. “Origami— the Japanese art of paper folding without cuts or glue—is a quintessential hobby for centeredness. The act of folding paper is so engrossing that one is very present and in the moment,” says Kathleen Sheridan, origami master and founder of Origami and You, in St. Paul, Minnesota. “Origami stimulates both sides of the brain and helps to build self-esteem. Most of all, it’s fun, portable and inexpensive.”

Fostering imagination and using the written word through journaling or storytelling nourishes a child’s inner world.

“Creating a short story requires divergent thinking; young writers use their imaginations to generate unique ideas for characters, settings, plots and conflicts. We help them think deeply, write authentically and respect the perspectives of others, while learning to create and share their own stories and experiences,” explains Kimberly O’Connor, young writers program director at Lighthouse Writers Workshops, in Denver, Colorado.

“Expressing the exact shape of an iris or the sound of a cricket, for example, requires intense curiosity and attention, two qualities that can serve children and teens indefinitely,” she explains. Such skills can help students anywhere—in the classroom, on the sports field and later, when they begin to search for and find jobs.

According to Stanford University research published in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, learning an instrument helps to improve children’s reading skills, especially those struggling with dyslexia and other learning challenges.

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The Wellbeing Project, in Great Britain, has inspired activities such as sewing to benefit well-being. According to research published in the Journal of Public Health, quilting boosts cognitive ability, emotional equilibrium and creativity.

Introducing life skills and hobbies that nourish selfhood can be one of our greatest gifts to the next generation. D’Aloia remarks, “Helping our children to express who they are, rather than who we expect them to be, is the most powerful thing we can do.”

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Natural Ways to Stay Healthy

by Kathleen Barnes

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ike many other health conditions, challenges to our immune systems are on the rise. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 26.5 million adults and kids have asthma, 50 million have allergies and up to 20 percent get the flu each year. Catching a cold is common, with U.S. adults generally coping with two or three a year and children about twice as many.

As many as 50 million Americans suffer from autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, celiac and lupus, costing $100 billion a year to treat, which is nearly twice the amount spent on cancer care, according to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association. Initial statistics released 20 years ago estimated that 9 million Americans had autoimmune diseases; a five-fold increase since then illustrates the magnitude of the problem.

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People that are free of some degree of immune system dysfunction are relatively uncommon.

Identified Culprits

“We are absolutely seeing a rise in immune disorders,” says Michael T. Murray, a doctor of naturopathy in Lyons, Colorado, and author of Chronic Candidiasis: Your Natural Guide to Healing with Diet, Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, Exercise and Other Natural Methods. “Many factors are responsible for the increase.” He cites the most notable as the widespread use of antibiotics and pesticides; dietary factors, including too much sugar; decreased intake of essential vitamins and minerals; overconsumption of calories in general; lifestyle factors like not getting enough sleep or exercise; excessive alcohol; stress; and exposure to cigarette smoke.

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“The microbiome—the bacterial structure that supports a strong immune system—is largely inherited from the mother during a vaginal birth,” says Sayer Ji, of Miami, Florida, founder of GreenMedInfo.com, sponsor of the 2017 Immune Defense Summit and a member of the National Health Federation’s board of governors. “The rising number of Caesarean sections, at nearly one-third of all U.S. births, up from 18 percent in 1997, deprives infants of those naturally occurring bacteria, and can result in immune deficiencies at an early age.”

Low-level chronic stress of the kind that occurs in everyday modern life is a leading underlying factor in immune system compromise, says natural health and healing expert Dr. Deepak Chopra, of Carlsbad, California, author of The Healing Self: A Revolutionary New Plan to Supercharge Your Immunity and Stay Well for Life. Along with emotional stress, he points to any kind of inner or outer challenge that pulls us off center.

Everyone experiences some stress every day; when unrelieved, it’s been widely shown to have a huge negative impact on our health. “Imbalance can be negative or positive, and so can stress,” says Chopra.

“Winning the lottery is just as stressful as going through a divorce. So the challenge isn’t to achieve static balance, but to successfully thrive in stressful surroundings.”

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Medical science now generally agrees that the greatest part of the immune system resides in the gut. “We need those trillions of bacteria that live in the digestive tract.

Without them, we are unable to defend ourselves from all types of assaults, including the autoimmune diseases, in which the body turns upon itself,” says Ji.

“The immune system lines the large and small intestines,” says Dr. Susan Blum, of Rye Brook, New York, author of The Immune System Recovery Plan: A Doctor’s 4-Step Program to Treat Autoimmune Disease. “The microbes in the gut lining speak to the immune system. Anything that alters the microbes in negative ways—like antibiotics or viral illness, among others—can also negatively alter the immune system.”

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Unavoidable Toxin

We can’t avoid the toxic exposure that underlies much of the immune dysfunction we are experiencing today, says Wendy Myers, a functional diagnostic nutritionist in Los Angeles, California, and author of Limitless Energy: How to Detox Toxic Metals to End Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue. “Toxins, especially heavy metals like lead and mercury, are in the air, water and soil. Since we can’t escape them, we need to know how they are affecting us and work to neutralize them.”

Experts agree that immune challenges can be neutralized and overcome with the right diet and lifestyle, stress management and appropriate supplements to restore and maintain the whole system balance needed to flourish in a world of our own making that stresses us on every level.

The Right Food

Eliminating wheat and dairy can end half of current immune system dysfunction through helping to repair the microbiome and healing the immune system, Ji believes. As one example, “If my mom had known I was allergic to cow’s milk when I was a child, I wouldn’t have suffered for 20 years with bronchial asthma,” he says.

An anti-inflammatory diet also

speeds gut healing and strengthens the immune system, says Blum. Highlights of her program for a basic clean-up include eliminating anything white (sugar and all products made with flour); eating quality fats (cold-pressed vegetable oils, nuts and seeds); protein (grass-fed beef, organic and free-range poultry, wild game and wild-caught fish); organic fruits and vegetables as much as possible and fermented foods daily; limiting and preferably eliminating dairy; and reading labels and banishing additives, chemicals and processed foods.

According to CDC statistics, almost everyone has some level of immune dysfunction, so this cleanup diet will benefit most of us, Blum says.

After a basic regimen of three weeks or longer, she recommends exploring an elimination and challenge diet in which gluten, dairy, corn, soy and eggs are all eliminated for three weeks. People with arthritis should also eliminate nightshades like tomatoes and potatoes. “Then add back in the eliminated foods one at a time and carefully note the body’s reaction. It’s not that hard to get a clear picture of what aggravates inflammation such as arthritis pain,” Blum says.

The Right Supplements

Multivitamins: “High-quality vitamin

and mineral supplements are foundational to immune health,” Murray says. “Vitamins C, E and B and selenium are especially important.”

Digestive enzymes: “Digestive enzymes

are key to restoring gut health, and thereby healing the immune system. They’re useful in reducing immune-mediated inflammation in autoimmune disorders,” Murray explains.

Australian research from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research confirms that supporting the immune system helps heal inflammation and autoimmune diseases. Instead, these are commonly treated with immune system suppressants that leave the patient with diminished resistance to other diseases.

Raw foods, especially pineapple and papaya, are good sources of digestive enzymes. They’re also available as supplements.

Prebiotics and probiotics: Prebiotics, plant fibers that ferment in the colon helping to increase desirable bacteria in the gut, and probiotics, live beneficial bacteria, help restore balance in the microbiome, effectively feeding and strengthening the immune system. Myers suggests that declining levels of friendly bacteria in the gut may actually mark the onset of chronic degenerative disease.

Vitamin D: Several studies, including

one from Israel, have shown that people with the highest vitamin D levels have the lowest number of upper respiratory infections. “To ensure optimal vitamin D status, many health advocates, myself included, are recently advocating daily dosages of 2,000 to 5,000 international units (IU), even in apparently healthy adults,” Murray says.

Beta glucan: Beta glu-

cans are polysaccharides; soluble fiber naturally occurring in the cell walls of grains, bacteria, yeast, algae and fungi.

Natural sources include oats, barley, seaweed, and shitake and reishi mushrooms. In supplements, look for products extracted by fermentation if grain or yeast is a concern. These sugars are known to help prevent and shorten durations of colds and flu and provide relief for allergies and sinus congestion, and may help regulate an overactive immune response in cases of autoimmune disorders.

Both internal and external factors can affect us all the way to the cellular level.

Chopra says, “You are talking to your genes all the time, and what you say affects every cell in your body. Through lifestyle choices, you can make healing decisions rather than damaging ones.”

Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books including The Calcium Lie: What Your Doctor Still Doesn’t Know, with Dr. Robert Thompson. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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Tips for Preventing the Flu and Common Cold

by Bridget Casey

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t’s the time of year for leaves to change and the sweaters to come out. Unfortunately, this also means cold and flu season is on its way.

Following are some tips on how to maintain a healthy immune system to prevent common viral infections and enjoy the season.

Stay hydrated Proper hydration is essential for immune function and also helps thin and move mucus. Drink plenty of water (at least half of body weight in ounces) on a daily basis.

Electrolyte intake is also important, particularly if you exercise or sweat regularly.

A pinch of sea salt can be added to water for electrolytes, or try one of the storebought powders. Be sure to avoid alcohol and limit caffeine, both of which can be dehydrating. Alcohol in particular also suppresses immune function.

one of the biggest challenges today. The immune system does its best work while we sleep. Prioritizing getting six to nine hours of quality sleep per night can do wonders for preventing infection, among other things. Each individual should listen to their body to determine what the best sleep schedule is for them.

Eat whole foods Focus on eating whole, fresh foods, with a variety of color in fruits and vegetables.

This ensures plenty of micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) that are essential for immune function. Adding garlic and onions, as well as herbs such as rosemary, sage and thyme can be especially beneficial for their immune-boosting and anti-microbial properties. Avoid or limit processed foods, particularly sugar, which directly feeds the microbes (viruses and bacteria) that are not wanted in the body.

Maintain proper rest Getting enough quality sleep is probably

Manage stress Stress hampers immune function so it must be addressed. Assess the biggest daily stressors and determine which ones can be limited or eliminated altogether. Then, find some time on a daily basis, even if it’s just five minutes, to breathe, be present and do something relaxing like meditation, doing yoga, stretching or walking outside. Simply taking some long, slow, deeps breaths is also a great start.

Move the body Exercise is a great way to increase circulation of blood and immune cells, and to maintain general good health. Keep in mind that over-exercising may actually hinder immune function, so it’s important to listen to your body. Focus on regular movement versus prolonged, intense exercise when concerned with immune function.

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Wash your hands Washing hands regularly helps to prevent the spread of microbes. Use regular soap and water rather than antibacterial soaps, which contribute to the development of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria.

Get the gut in order The majority of our immune system actually lives in our digestive track, where it can monitor what comes into the body. The best thing for gut health is to eat a healthy, whole foods-based diet and avoid sugar and processed foods. It’s also helpful to include fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kimchi and kefir, which can help “seed” the population of beneficial bacteria in the gut.

These beneficial bacteria help with maintaining balance in our microbiome, which is the garden of microbes that lives in our gut, and plays an integral role in maintaining a healthy immune system.

If despite taking these preventative steps cold and flu symptoms are experienced, once sick, it’s especially important to listen to the body and rest as-needed to allow the immune system a chance to fight the infection. Consider supplementing with herbs like elderberry or echinacea, or taking supplements with zinc, vitamin C or vitamin D. A naturopathic doctor can also provide recommendations and formulations for individual needs, which may include specific homeopathic remedies, herbal formulations, nutritional products or any combination thereof. And remember, getting an occasional minor infection is normal and can actually help keep our immune system in fighting shape.

Dr. Bridget Casey is a naturopathic doctor and the founder of Rhode Island Natural Medicine, LLC, a naturopathic medical clinic in Providence. The clinic is now open and welcoming new patients. For more information, please see RINaturalMedicine.com.

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The freshest filling makes the freshest-tasting pie. Winter vegetables such as squash, small sugar or pie pumpkins or sweet potatoes can be baked in the oven and puréed in the food processor days ahead of time. Or, make the purées weeks ahead and freeze them, ready to thaw for a recipe.

Award-winning cookbook author Deborah Madison, author of Seasonal Fruit Desserts: From Orchard, Farm, and Market, in Galisteo, New Mexico, preheats her oven to 375° F. “Cut the squash in half, the pumpkins into quarters, scrape out the seeds and brush the cut surfaces with a vegetable oil such as sunflower or safflower,” she suggests.

“Place the squash or pumpkins cut-side-down on a sheet pan. Prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork. Bake the vegetables until tender, about 40 minutes,” says Madison. When baked, scoop out the flesh, discard the rinds or skin and purée the flesh in a food processor. About two cups of purée equals a 15-ounce can of pumpkin, sweet potato or butternut squash. Pies made with fresh purées will have a lighter color and flavor.

Madison says she prefers natural sweeteners. “Honey and maple syrup are so dynamic—they’re more like foods in their own right than just sweeteners.” Maple and date sugars give pies a deep, caramelized flavor.

Always taste test during preparation, recommends Alissa Saenz, of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, who blogs at ConnoisseurusVeg.com. She loves a big dose of chai spices and little dose of sweetener in her Vegan Chai-Spiced Sweet Potato Pie. But pie is personal. “I recommend tasting your batter to decide if you’d prefer a little more or less of each,” she says.

Finishing Touches

An ethereal cloud of coconut whipped cream can taste just as delicious as the dairy version, says vegan baker and cookbook author Fran Costigan, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She refrigerates a 14-ounce can of unsweetened, full-fat coconut milk for at least 24 hours. After opening it, she spoons out only the solid coconut cream into a chilled bowl, saving the remaining liquid coconut milk for another use. She whips the coconut cream with an electric mixer until fluffy, adding a natural sweetener and vanilla extract if desired. It all makes for a perfectly healthy plant pie.

Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

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The Crust

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Our Pick of Plant Pie Recipes Lightly oil the bottom and sides of a nineinch pie or springform pan.

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Press the date mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pan.

Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Adapted from a recipe by Nava Atlas, of Hudson Valley, NY, vegan cookbook author of Vegan Express: 160 Fast, Easy, & Tasty Plant-Based Recipes.

No-Bake Vegan Chocolate Pie Vegan Pecan-Date Pie Crust The crust takes minutes to make and then press into a pie pan.

Yields: One nine-inch pie crust 1½ cups pitted dates, preferably Medjool, coarsely chopped 1½ cups chopped pecans ¼ tsp sea salt 2 tsp coconut oil

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Whisk by hand until the mixture becomes smooth, shiny and dark. Pour into the prepared crust.

Yields: Filling for one nine-inch vegan pecan-date pie crust

Refrigerate the completed pie until it is firm and ready to serve.

18 oz vegan or dairy-free chocolate chips 1 (14-oz) can unsweetened, full-fat coconut milk ½ cup almond or cashew butter

Inspired by and adapted from recipes by Nava Atlas, at VegKitchen.com, Fran Costigan at FranCostigan.com and Ashley Adams, who blogs at TheSpruceEats.com.

Place the chocolate chips in a medium mixing bowl. Spoon the almond butter on top of the chocolate chips. Set aside.

Remove the dates from the water and pat dry.

Spoon the entire can of coconut milk into a saucepan. Over medium heat, stir and bring to a simmer until small bubbles form around the perimeter of the pan.

Place the dates, pecans and salt in the bowl of a food processor and blend until the mixture sticks together.

Pour the hot coconut milk over the chocolate chips and almond butter. Make sure all the chocolate is covered with the hot milk.

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hen Patrick Straus and Brandon Monti look at problems, they see solutions. Co-founders of FreshConn, Straus and Monti represent the emerging generation of spirit-inspired social entrepreneurs. Rhode Island-based FreshConn is pioneering an innovative social-enterprise model that combines e-commerce and delivery with social responsibility. That social responsibility is food rescue in the service of impoverished communities and childhood nutritional education, and these aspects of the business are handled by FreshConn’s affiliated nonprofit organization (NPO), Feed the Streets USA (FTS), founded by Straus.

Together, FreshConn and FTS address the rescue and distribution of fresh product raised by local farms that would otherwise be wasted. Food waste consumes 21 percent of all fresh water, 18 percent of cropland and 21 percent of landfill volume.

While FreshConn is currently beta testing the concept with its consumer shopping app in Rhode Island, it plans to start rolling out further afield in Spring 2019.

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mains unpicked due to overabundant crop production. FreshConn markets the excess production to consumers via an online grocery store, thereby increasing sales for the farmer while also assuming the responsibility of delivery to the consumer. There is no warehousing; the food is harvested upon purchase for direct delivery. Every purchase supports food rescue and feeds local residents living in impoverished communities.

Additionally, FreshConn’s services save the farmer time and money, as there is no need to transport product long distances. The farmers benefit from innovation in a developing technology age, without needing to be technical themselves. Farmers can focus on what they do best—grow—while FreshConn does the rest. FDA projects 25 percent of total food dollars will be spent on e-commerce over the next 10 years, and FreshConn is poised for this opportunity.

In addition to connecting local consumers with local farmers through an online farmer’s market that delivers directly to consumer, FreshConn has a national vision in the service of all communities, connecting NPO’s that need the food with local producers that otherwise could not

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glean themselves. Gleaning is the ancient practice of collecting unharvested produce from farmer’s fields and distributing it to people in need. It is a proven model for improving food security and minimizing food waste.

Hope’s Harvest RI, an NPO affiliated with FTS, is a startup gleaning project with the goal of mobilizing volunteers to collect food from local farms that would otherwise go to waste and distributing it to local hunger relief agencies. This rescue organization gleaned over 13,000 pounds of produce—chard, kale, kohlrabi, strawberries and more—since May this year, and delivered it to The Jonnycake Center of Westerly, the East Bay Food Pantry in Bristol, and the Olneyville Food Center. Its goal is to rescue 15,000 pounds of food this year alone, feeding more than 2,000 families. As FreshConn’s social responsibility NPO, Feed the Streets USA will be present in every state into which it expands. FTS also provides nutritional education programs, and it has an immediate goal to educate, empower and inform 1,000 parents and children alike within nutrition and agriculture by next year.

FreshConn’s nine-month beta testing phase centers on Westerly’s Hillandale Food Hub and 15 associated producers, however, this market’s products are available for delivery across Rhode Island. In Spring 2019, FreshConn will launch with sourcing from more than 100 producers within Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts, and rescue more than 15,000 pounds of local food for the community.

Straus sums it up, “We believe that everyone deserves to live their healthiest life through better access to local, nutrientdense food. We take a really complicated system and uncomplicate it through our e-commerce platform. Our platform connects local growers and artisans to customers and fills in any last mile logistics gaps through our driver network. We offer a real solution to customers and farmers. This will be a future health and wellness lifestyle brand rather than a trend.”

Straus also operates the Rhode Island chapter of the Global Shapers Community, a network of young people driving dialogue, action and change, and based in

Geneva at the World Economic Forum. He states, “In the end, we believe, the greatest among us are those who serve, as we not only voice the problem but will be industry leaders becoming the innovative solution.”

FTS began three years ago, serving nearly 100 Thanksgiving dinners to the homeless around Providence. Thanksgiving baskets will be provided to those in need again this year, and FreshConn is offering free delivery services for nonprofit organizations looking to deliver Thanksgiving baskets to particular Rhode Island communities. Rhode Islanders can help support these efforts by shopping local farm and artisan products with FreshConn’s new app for ecommerce delivery. Seasonal items include grass-fed beef, cage-free chicken, butternut squash, beets, pumpkin, apples and more.

Shop at FreshConn.com. Volunteer for gleaning at HopesHarvest.org. Apply to become a driver for FreshConn on their website.

Donate or volunteer to help feed those in need at FeedTheStreetsUSA.org. Like and share these organizations through social media.

Share outreach efforts, and use the hashtag #feedthestreetsusa. Help to build a culture of people helping people. To learn more, contact Patrick Straus at PatrickFreshConn@gmail.com.

Wendy Fachon is a regular contributor for Natural Awakenings and helps deliver youth enrichment curriculum for The Empowerment Factory.

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Ease Repetitive Strain Injuries Targeted Exercises Lower Risk of Injury

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eekend athletes, office workers and hobbyists greatly benefit from a balanced array of regular exercises as a preventive measure against injury. In our technological age, repetitive strain injury (RSI) is all too common, and anyone using a computer daily can be at risk. Sedentary lifestyles help set the stage for injury.

RSI is classified as a cumulative trauma disorder that can affect muscles, tendons and nerves of not only the forearm and hand, but also the neck and shoulders. Symptoms may include pain, weakness, numbness or compromised motor control. Carpal tunnel syndrome is just one example.

“Repetitive injuries occur by executing the same motions over and over again with little or no variation, and become syndromes when they occur frequently or chronically,” says Brian Lebo, a strength and conditioning coach and director of the Athletic Performance Training Center, in North Royalton, Ohio.

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RSI Risk Factors

Poor posture, faulty movement technique and lack of periodic breaks from activities can play a major role in developing any form of RSI. “I find that people that maintain a balanced exercise routine tend to do the best in jobs that apply repetitive stresses. People that sit at a desk need core strengthening, flexibility work in the hips, wrists and hands, and work on the neck flexors of the cervical spine,” says Felipe J. Mares, a physical therapist and owner of PT First Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. “People that exercise on a daily basis, regardless of their job, hold up better at work. There’s a lot of stored equity in muscle tissue and strength that comes in handy.”

Lebo elaborates, “Exercise is critical for improving quality of life for people that suffer from repetitive injuries or RSI because it provides variation from repetitive movement, strengthens muscle and connective tissue, stabilizes joints and improves the body’s response to physical stress. For people

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The impulse to get outside, engage in a sport or push through limitations on weekends can lead to injury if exercising is not also part of the work week. “Do something on weekdays to support your weekend activity to prepare and strengthen your body specifically for it,” says Lebo. “For recreational athletes, I recommend performing some type of strength training to support the demands and movement patterns of your activity. For tendinitis or inflammation of the tendons— the most common type of repetitive injury— exercise can reverse or minimize injury following appropriate rest, together with physical therapy when indicated.”

Basic strength training, maintaining a healthy weight and staying hydrated all help prevent injury and decrease the risk of reoccurrence.“Repetitive injuries that I see often are iliotibial band syndrome, patellofemoral syndrome, lower back pain and rotator cuff injuries. The main cause of these is overuse, faulty alignment and muscle compensation,” says Brooke Taylor, a functional training expert and owner of Taylored Fitness NY Ltd., in New York City.

“Functional training engages the body in multiplanar movements that simulate everyday motions. This forces the body to work as one unit, as opposed to isolating various body parts. The beauty is that with a well-designed program, you leave no muscle untouched. Functional training is beneficial for everyone, and one hour of training a day can make a huge difference.

Get out and explore different activities and work opposing muscles. Make all parts of the body work as one,” counsels Taylor.

Whether injuries occur at the desk, on the soccer field or not at all, keeping the body fit is key. Mares reminds us that exercise is like sleep—something we all need and cannot avoid, saying, “Exercise is the great equalizer in life.”

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Eco-Packaging Progress Report

Innovative Uses of Pulp, Paper and Mushrooms

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Manufacturers need to protect their products from damage and theft, and also want them to stand out on retail shelves.

A common result has been hard-to-open containers relying on excessive cardboard and plastic. Today, more manufacturers are responding to consumer requests for less packaging, making it easier on both people and the planet.

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hether shopping online or in a local store, more eco-friendly options are available and they’re worth seeking out.

In grocery stores, look for cellophane packaging made from corn, wheat or potatoes that replaces traditional plastic packaging used for candy, spices, nuts, produce and bath products. Cellulose, made from sustainably harvested wood pulp, one of nature’s most abundant materials, makes for a sturdy bio- and marine-degradable bag that is suitable for home composting. Resistant to oil, fat and grease, it is also microwavable and oven-safe at low temperatures.

Fenugreen uses antibacterial, antifungal spices infused into a tea that is soaked into clean, biodegradable FreshPaper. It works in conjunction with store packaging or storage containers to keep bread, fruit, vegetables and cheese fresh. Kavita Shukla, founder and CEO, says, “Each paper lasts about a month.

A distinct, maple-like scent says the paper is actively working to keep food fresh two to four times longer than usual, preventing food waste due to spoilage.”

Quinn Snacks’ revolutionary Pure Pop Bag of microwave popcorn contains no genetically modified corn, synthetic chemicals or plastic coatings, so unlike other brands, its packaging is compostable and biodegradable. Consumers add the included salt and spices after the popping, allowing the addition of natural ingredients while maintaining the integrity of the food’s natural oil and flavor.

Food carry-out used to mean polystyrene (Styrofoam) containers, but now consumers have the safer option of pulp products that break down completely in backyard compost heaps or through commercial recycling. The pulp comes from North American-sourced hardwoods, which reduces its travel footprint and supports environmentally aware suppliers.

Mycelium, another Styrofoam substitute, uses mushroom roots as glue to hold together other sustainable, compostable agriculture byproducts like corn stalks. The result creates shipping materials that cradle wine bottles, computers and other fragile items to prevent breakage.

In beauty products, look for refillable glass jars. While glass is endlessly recyclable, it carries a large carbon footprint.

Glass is heavy and must be transported, sometimes out of state, to reach a treatment plant. Furnaces capable of melting glass containers must run nonstop at about 2,600 degrees Fahrenheit. Taking the time to refill glass jars saves energy and prevents greenhouse gas emissions.

Some personal products such as deodorant are available in paper pushup tubes. Standard plastic tubes can be difficult to empty completely and are sometimes made of more than one type of plastic, which makes them non-recyclable.

Eco-friendly packaging can be especially challenging for small businesses.

Katherine Dexter, owner of Wild House Body Care, in College Station, Texas, says, “I needed a green product that was oilproof and waterproof. One of the best I’ve found for wrapping solid lotion bars is an unbleached, soy waxed paper. It works as effectively as paraffin-coated waxed paper and is 100 percent biodegradable.” She uses sustainable and natural materials for all of her product packaging.

As part of the adult coloring book craze, Najeeb Kahn, founder of the Monthly Coloring Club, noticed books were shipped shrink-wrapped, so the club has switched to compostable and recycled rigid cardboard mailers.

Online mattress sales have increased from a 5 percent market share in 2016 to 10 percent in 2017, thanks to moneyback guarantees, free in-home trials and innovative compressed mattress-in-a-box delivery. A mattress is squashed to fit in a box measuring 18 by 44 inches; about the size of a medium file cabinet. One person can easily carry it up stairs or around corners. Released from the box, the foam mattress expands to normal size in eight to 12 hours. The cardboard package can be reused or recycled.

Email manufacturers to either congratulate them on better choices or complain about excess. Each purchase voices an opinion. Let’s make it count.

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can clear physiological energy blocks. His approach with dogs is to work on the stomach energy meridian, which flows down around the mouth, down both sides of the midline and underneath the abdominal side of the body. It ends up around the anus, beneath the animal’s tail.

As the meridian is associated with the emotional brain or limbic system, working on this area is particularly useful for dogs that are fear-biters, food- or dog-aggressive, have separation anxiety or problems with their gastrointestinal tract.

Generally speaking, dog massage can be a useful tool for stress relief and relaxation.

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nimals have performed massage on themselves or others since the dawn of time through natural grooming behaviors,” reports the Northwest School of Animal Massage, in Vashon, Washington. “Any animal’s quality of life can be enhanced with massage.”

Therapeutic Massage Results

“Maintenance massage is great for helping your pet stay at their peak level of health for as long as possible. It’s also a great tool for monitoring and early detection,” says Kim Tews, a certified small animal massage practitioner located near Portland, Oregon.

Jonathan Rudinger, a registered nurse, licensed massage therapist and authority on canine massage in Toledo, Ohio, explains that massage supports oxygen exchange, helping animals to breathe more deeply, and even encourages coughing to loosen phlegm and debris in the lungs.

Increasing both blood and lymphatic circulation is another benefit. “Manual lymphatic drainage massage is a good immune booster, and benefits pets of all breeds and ages,” says Tews. Massage shortens postoperative recovery time for pets and helps decrease inflammation and pain while lowering blood pressure and working to normalize breathing patterns and digestion.

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For dogs with arthritis, Rudinger says that massage works to increase the natural fluids within the dog’s body, along with improving lymph and blood circulation and hormone and energy flow. When it comes to sporting events and intense recreation, massage can be used to increase blood flow to muscles beforehand and reduce muscle soreness afterward.

Massage is a comfort for beloved dogs receiving treatment for a terminal illness or palliative care. The practice can also reduce the need for pain medication, decrease metabolic end products in tissues, ease constipation and feelings of anxiety and isolation, and instill greater peace.

Behavioral Results

Massage therapist Michelle Rivera with the Healing Oasis Wellness Center, in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, remarks in the journal Integrative Veterinary Care, “It was in China that I learned that many behavioral problems can also be alleviated or eliminated with the addition of massage therapy.

In my own practice, the majority of issues I successfully work with using massage are behavior problems and seizures.”

Highly sensitive animals may find that therapeutic massage makes being touched more tolerable. Rudinger explains that it

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An integrative veterinarian can provide advice and recommend an experienced area canine massage therapist to treat an animal’s specific need. At-home or in-clinic sessions may last from 30 to 80 minutes.

Having a family member massage a pet can add calming and bonding benefits, especially in palliative care. A workshop or continuing education course will teach basic to advanced hands-on massage skills.

Offering the benefits of therapeutic massage to a dog is one of the greatest gifts we can give to support their happiness and quality of life. It can also work wonders for cats.

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lthough the method of massage and results can be similar to that for dogs, cats have their own rules about how they are touched. “Every massage must be individualized,” says Katie Mehrtens, owner of The Right Spot Pet Massage, near Chicago, and a nationally certified small animal massage therapist. “Cats are typically more sensitive to touch than dogs, and can become overstimulated. I am hyperaware of the cat’s reactions, and often give them more breaks to avoid stress,” she says.

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“If your cat doesn’t like to be touched, you just haven’t figured out the best moves yet,” advises Maryjean Ballner, a massage therapist in Santa Barbara, California. “Common mistakes include rubbing, instead of caressing, and going too fast. Felines get the reputation they’re difficult. Pay attention to the basics.”

“Although many bones and muscles in cats and dogs have the same names and locations, they may not be identical in physical appearance or function,” Mehrtens says.

“A cat’s skeleton is slender, with lean, fluid muscles designed for leaping distances with stealth and agility. They’re likely to experience less wear and tear on joints than dogs.”

Ballner offers tips to let the cat be the teacher as to what works best: n Get down to their level. n Approach at shoulder height, not the top of the head. n Caress using full palms, not just fingertips. Slower is safe, enjoyable and desirable.

n Caress under the chin and around the cheeks using finger pads and full palms or the flat area between the knuckles. n Focus totally on the cat for four minutes. Make it routine. n Voice soft, soothing, low-tone phrases— not baby talk; maybe repeating, “Oh, you good boy, good boy.”

Susi Rosinski, a certified feline, canine and equine massage therapist and owner of Ancient Far East Healing Arts, in Tonawanda, New York, offers, “Most of my [feline] clients have joint pain or back mobility difficulties. Working on legs and joints after they’re fully relaxed helps them, as well as being safer for me, as I slowly add pressure to the areas where they need it most.”

“For four minutes a day, cat massage is therapeutic, whether it’s for you or the cat,” says Ballner.

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he original playing cards were actually once a stack of tiny, loose-leaf, unbound pages; perhaps papyrus, seaweed or banana leaves. The actual size of the paper was based on a precise, sacred geometrical size, later called a “deck” of cards. These cards are coded with archetypal shapes with hidden meanings that we now call suits. Each day of the year is assigned a specific natal and ruling card that gives rise to unique tendencies, patterns, and personalities. Based on one’s birthday (natal) card, we can depict its unique mathematical resonance, which can be used with cryptic formulas to calculate past, present and future happenings in one’s life, as well as see the characteristics expressed in the layers of one’s personality.

“Until we make the unconscious conscious, it will rule our lives and we will call it fate.”

—Carl Jung The suits, numbers and royal cards are cosmic images and symbols designed to expand consciousness, as well as align with the human experience on Earth. Some consider it to be The Book of Time. Though this is a concise science, it is also a mystical art form that magnifies intuition and harmonizes the concept of free will and prayer.

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embody. Thankfully, the cards were kept alive under the guise of game playing like Go Fish, bridge, poker, and so on.

The Sanskrit language has one word that describes such a theory: vidya. Its translation is the merge of science, art and magic.

Ponder this: 52 cards in a deck = 52 weeks of each year.

4 suits = 4 seasons.

12 months = 12 court cards.

13 annual lunar cycles = 13 cards within each suit.

When we add up the solar values of all the cards, we get exactly 365¼; the same amount of days inside one year.

The joker is involved with the ¼, which is no coincidence.

The deck of cards was actually an oracle and sacred mystical calendar cognized by an enlightened, highly evolved civilization. Later it was hidden in plain sight for centuries because it was under persecution due to its accuracy and power, which posed a threat to egoist kings, churches and other governments. There is nothing evil, or “gypsy” about it unless the reader has evil intentions. Some believe there are assigned angels of the light and gatekeepers of this sacred science that have protected it through the dark ages of persecution, awaiting the time when people would finally wake up to receive this oracle with the dignity and power it was designed to

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This tiny book has its own symbolic language outlining and defining each of our personal blueprints, genetic coding, gifts, challenges, future options and potential life experiences based on personal and global consciousness and the magic of the moment. Each card we play and how we play that card, create the fabric of our future. Once we fully understand this tiny book as it relates to ourselves, we can begin to understand that life is play. The great mystics from India refer to this as the “Lila” of life, a Sanskrit term meaning the playful relationship between the absolute field of all possibilities and the relative world.

“In the sunlight of awareness, all things are sacred.”— Thich Nat Han This concept gives rise to the two main card templates, which are time-space continuums and the foundation of this entire science: 1. Absolute Spirit Spread. 2. Relative Earth Spread. Both spreads contain all 52 cards in a specific order for a specific reason. Having awareness of these two templates, their order and how to interpret them, we can begin to understand our relationships and ourselves, where we have been, our current situation and where we might be going. These spreads are simultaneously static and dynamic and express the genetic fabric of life as our soul’s blueprint.

With this knowledge, one can transcend illusion and suffering, live in gratitude and play in the “Lila” of life with more bliss and peace of mind.

Karyn Marie Chabot, M.Ay, LMT, RYT teaches Card Cosmology classes at The Power of Juice in Middletown, RI as well as online. She also is owner of Sacred Stone Academy of Metaphysics and Ayurveda (S.A.M.A.). For more information, visit Vedicosmology.com. See ad on page 29.

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5

NOTE: All Calendar events must be received by the 10th of the month prior to publication and adhere to our guidelines. Visit RINaturalAwakenings.com to submit Calendar events or email info@rinaturalawakenings.com for guidelines.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Crystal Singing Bowls Healing Meditation – 1011am. With the vibrational sounds of Tibetan and crystal singing bowls will alter your individual energy footprint based on the healing that your soul needs. It is so good. $15. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Must register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Quonny Yoga – 5:30-7pm. This hatha-based practice focuses on pranayama (breath work) and alignment. Adaptations for poses offered so that all levels may benefit. $15/drop-in. Quonny Yoga, 5662 Post Rd, Rte 1, Charlestown. 401-266-1187.

QuonnyYoga.com.

Dreaming with the Departed – 7-9pm. Learn how to have your own dream experiences with departed loved ones, how they communicate with us, and how to notice the signs. Includes a guided journey to the other side. With David Barr. $25. Fireseed: Center for Transformation, 194 Waterman St, 3rd Fl, Providence. 401-924-0567. FireseedCenter.com.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Basics of Homeopathy Mini-Course – 5-7pm. Get an understanding of all the basics in homeopathy.

Developed for those who want to use homeopathy at home but don’t know from where to begin. $40.

Above All Holistic Health and Wellness, 245 Phenix Ave, 2nd Fl, Cranston. 401-573-3757.

A Walk Through the Chakras Retreat – 5-9pm.

Also Nov3 and Nov 4. Getting Grounded at White Gate Farm. We will walk toward connecting to our own vibrant energy and innermost wisdom through the use of breath, movement, sound and meditation. $320-$570. White Gate Farm, 83 Upper Pattagansett Rd, East Lyme, CT. 401-849-3200.

InnerlightYoga.com.

Restorative Yoga & Massage – 6-8pm. While being guided through a nourishing restorative practice, you will receive gentle massages and adjustments from licensed massage therapists. Please dress in comfortable layers that can be added or removed easily for your comfort. $35/early bird, $40/at door.

St Mary’s Church & The Sacred Center, 324 E Main Rd, Portsmouth. 860-965-9995. Sacred-Center.org.

The Parallel Universe Workshop – 6-10pm. 3-wk course: Nov 2, 9, 16. Find useful/effective tools for shifting life into balance and harmony. Renewed sense of joy, access to lifelong benefits and gifts. $350. Intuitive Therapy, 1300 Park Ave, Ste 2R, Woonsocket. 508-951-9828. Intuitive-Therapy.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Sunrise Sound and Silence Meditation – 6-8:30am.

Join Lynda Loranger and Drumsinger A. Michelle for an in-depth pre-dawn meditative experience.

Delve deeply into inner Silence through Sounds of flutes, gongs and bowls. $30 pre-registered / $35 at door. Amicable Church, 3736 Main Road, Tiverton. https://facebook.com/events/301976413736382/.

Reiki Level II Class – 9am-3pm. Learn how reiki level II can enhance your reiki practice and your own self-healing. $275. Fairy Haven, 2362 W Shore Rd, Warwick, Coventry. 401-954-4655.

Earth-Way-Studio.com.

Reiki Level I: Certification Course – 9am4:30pm. Learn about reiki energy, history, ethics, hand positions, chakras, aura and more. Learn the healing benefits attributed to the practice of selfhealing and healing others. Manual and certificate. $125. Bev’s Healing Sanctuary, North Providence.

Register: 401-231-8222 or BevReiki@cox.net.

Live Your Power – Nov 3 & 4. 9:30am-5pm. 2-day experiential workshop to explore your relationship with power. Learn to align with authentic sources of power to live confident, grounded and strong.

Katharine Rossi. $150. Fireseed: Center for Transformation, 194 Waterman St, 3rd Fl, Providence.

401-924-0567. FireseedCenter.com.

Chakras: Energy Centers – 10:30am-12pm.

Second class in a 3-part series about chakras, our subtle energy centers. Learn to channel your energy and more. Optional yoga class no extra charge. $35.

Ananda Meditation & Yoga Center, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown. 401-524-4766. More info: AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Fougère & Chypre Formulation Weekend Session – 10:30am-5pm. Also Nov 4, 10:30am-2pm.

Chypre and Fougère styles of perfume are the most misunderstood, yet most lauded formulations. Register online for this Intermediate/Advanced level class. $575. Providence Perfume Co, 13 S Angell St, Providence. 401-455-2325.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4

Forrest Yoga – 5:30-7pm. Focus on pranayama (breath work) and alignment in this hatha-based practice. Adaptations for poses offered. All levels welcome. Also on Wednesdays. $15/drop-in. Evolve Yoga, 77 Myrtle Ave, Cranston. 401-266-1187.

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Chakra Exploration: Solar Plexus – 7:30-9pm.

Let your vinyasa practice set your solar plexus chakra on fire to ignite your seat of power, will and action. Drop-ins welcome. $20/drop in. Positive Space Yoga, 285 Winthrop St, Rte 44, Rehoboth, MA. 508-813-3638. WhisperingPath.Yoga.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Reiki in The Cave with Amanda – 6 & 7pm sessions available. Registration required. Receive the combined healing benefits of meditation, halo therapy and reiki in the beautiful salt cave. Saltitude Himalayan Salt Cave, 204 Front St, Lincoln. 401359-7937. Saltitude.net.

Cleansing & Clearing Yourself/Space – 6-7:30pm.

Unsure how to cleanse yourself or your space. Then this is the class for you. We will go over the basics and practice. It is an interactive class. $25/advance, $30/at door. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7

markyourcalendar Natural Awakenings 10th Anniversary Networking – 5:30-7:30pm. Come celebrate 10 years of Rhode Island Natural Awakenings! Informal gathering with like minded people for an evening of conversations, connections and good times.

RSVP: MCary@RINaturalAwakenings.com.

Free. RI Natural Awakenings, Flatbread Company, 161 Cushing St, Providence. 401-709-2473.

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Reiki Level I Class – 10am-4pm. Learn reiki, its history and how it can be used for healing of self and others. In completion of this class you will be a certified reiki level I practitioner. $150. The Mystic Touch, 192 Pilgrim Ave, Coventry. 401-822-3153.

Earth-Way-Studio.com.

Meditation for a Stress Free Holiday – 6:307:30pm. This class will present a simple yet powerful meditation technique that can enrich one’s life personally, professionally, spiritually and help with seasonal stress. Free. West Warwick Public Library, 1043 Main St, West Warwick. 401-789-5365.

Integrated Energy Therapy: Basic – 10am-6pm.

Learn and get attuned to integrated energy therapy basics level. When you are done with this class you will be able to give yourself and others a basic session. $195 deposit; 50% to hold your spot.

Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

The REAP Program – 6:30-8:30pm. Part 2 Nov 14. Six-Step Problem-Solving Process (workshop), in 2 parts. Involves creative systems and processes to solve problems and create successful goals using metaphors, symbols and group exercises. $15/ session, $25/both. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 W Shore Rd, Warwick. 401-732-1552.

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Jane’s Dancing Hands Circle – 2-4pm. Join hearts all around the world who have experienced positive changes large and gentle through her dancing presence. More information and to register, visit website. $35/advance, $40/at door. St Mary’s Church & The Sacred Center, 324 E Main Rd, Portsmouth.

860-965-9995. Sacred-Center.org.

November New Moon – 7-9pm. Ceremony provides the opportunity to let go of obstacles and hindrances, heal illness and ease suffering, awaken your intuition. We make offerings, do healing rituals, talking circles. $20 suggested donation. The Providence Institute, 18 Imperial Pl, Providence. Text to RSVP: 401-464-1634. TheProvidenceInstitute.org.

Reiki Share – 7-9pm. Shares are a way for practitioner to practice on one another, to hone their skills and receive healing for themselves. Free, donation appreciated. Bev’s Healing Sanctuary, North Providence. To register: 401-231-8222 or BevReiki@cox.net.

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Cayce Search for God Study Group – 7-9pm.

Group meets bi-weekly to study the metaphysical readings of Edgar Cayce in the Search for God books in order to grow spiritually and to meditate together. Free, but donations welcome. Balance Personal Fitness Studio, 99 Frenchtown Rd, East Greenwich. 401-258-3952. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com.

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This Thing Called You – 6-8pm. 4-wk intense study presented in bilingual fashion (Spanish/ English). Book guides readers to learn the most important lesson of how they are on an immutable part of the flow of life. Learn the tools to apply in your life. $100. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 W Shore Rd, Warwick. 401-732-1552.

ConcordiaCSL.com.

Reiki Level II Certification Course – 9:30am5pm. Learn how to use and draw the 3 Sacred Reiki Symbols + TAM-A-RA-SHA to strengthen the energy and how to send reiki through time and space.

Manual and certificate. $175. Bev’s Healing Sanctuary, North Providence. To register: 401-231-8222 or BevReiki@cox.net.

Expressive Arts Workshop – 6-7:30pm. This group will focus on the use of creativity and the expressive arts to facilitate self-discovery, increase self-esteem, and foster a sense of community and belonging. $25. The Holistic Heart, 659 Sandy Ln, Warwick.

401-441-8449. HolisticHeartRI.com.

Gong Bath & Drum Healing – 6:30-8pm. Experience sound healing with A. Michelle. The vibrational overtones promote healing, clarity, inspiration and creativity. Bring mat, pillow and blanket. $20.

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

Story Circle – 6:30-8pm. Explore personal mythology, the dream world and the imaginal realm through exercises, story sharing, creative prompts and guided imagery to discover your truth. With Colleen Kelley. $15. Fireseed: Center for Transformation, 194 Waterman St, 3rd Fl, Providence.

401-924-0567. FireseedCenter.com.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13

Munay-Ki Rites of Awakening – 10am-4pm.

The Munay Ki are a series of rites that have been passed down for thousands of years and common to all shamanic traditions. Offered by Maggie’s Bliss. Saltitude Himalayan Salt Cave, 204 Front St. Lincoln. 401-359-7937. Saltitude.net.

Reiki I Certification Course – 10am-4pm. Learn about reiki history, ethics, hand positions, aura, chakras. Receive a manual, First Degree Usui Reiki attunement, and practitioner certificate.

2 student limit. $150. Live It Love It Wellness, 2845 Post Rd, Ste 104, Warwick. 401-323-7199.

LiveItLoveItWellness.com.

Healing Energies of Peruvian Shamanism – 1-4pm. Hands-on introduction. The Q’ero, who are descendants of the Inca culture of Peru, work with 3 primary energies for healing and balancing. $50-$75, sliding scale. The Providence Institute, 18 Imperial Pl, Providence. 401-464-1634.

TheProvidenceInstitute.org.

Crystal Singing Bowls Healing Meditation – 7-8pm. With the vibrational sounds of Tibetan and crystal singing bowls will alter your individual energy footprint based on the healing that your soul needs. It is so good. $20. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Must register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

IET: Basic Certification Day 1 of 2 – 5:30-9:30pm.

Day 2 held Nov 27. Learn and get attuned to integrated energy therapy basics level. When you are done with this class you will be able to give yourself and others a basic session. $195. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Must register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Book Share – 5:30-6:30pm. Share a spiritual, philosophical, or metaphysical-style book that has felt transformative or meaningful to you and connect with other readers in this engaging group. $10 cash donation suggested. The Holistic Heart, 659 Sandy Ln, Warwick. 401-441-8449. HolisticHeartRI.com.

Drumming Circle with Doug – 6:30-8:30pm. Join us and participate in a fun, powerful drumming circle. Let the sound vibrations cleanse your energy field. If you have your own drum bring it with you. $10. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence. SpiritualistChurchRI.com.

Shamanic Journey Group – 7-8:45pm. Journey to a live drum as you practice modern applications of this ancient technique. Gain insight and understanding about yourself, your relationships and the world. With Katharine Rossi. $10. Fireseed: Center for Transformation, 194 Waterman St, 3rd Fl, Providence. 401-924-0567. FireseedCenter.com.

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Reiki Share – 7-9pm. Come join me and learn about the many healing benefit of reiki and experience a short hand-on session. All are welcome. Free. The Mystic Touch, 192 Pilgrim Ave, Coventry. 401-822-3153.

Earth-Way-Studio.com.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Peace Circle – 6-7pm. Be the change you want to see in the world. Send the healing vibrations of peace to the world through meditation, peace-songs, prayer, visualization and affirmations. Donation appreciated. Ananda Meditation & Yoga Center, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown. 401-524-4766.

Writing Workshop – 6-7:15pm. Experience the power of your story. Workshop will focus on the use of writing as a way to reflect, release, and transform through the power of personal expression. $20. The Holistic Heart, 659 Sandy Ln, Warwick.

401-441-8449. HolisticHeartRI.com.

Meditation for a Stress-Free Holiday – 6:307:30pm. This class will present a simple, yet powerful meditation technique that can enrich one’s life personally, professionally, spiritually, and help with seasonal stress. Free. Westerly Public Library, 44 Broad St, Westerly. 401-596-2877.

Meditation & Journaling with Angie – 6:308:30pm. Monthly themed guided meditation, journaling and discussion. Receive the benefits of halo therapy while being guided on a personal journey.

Very powerful. Saltitude Himalayan Salt Cave, 204 Front St, Lincoln. 401-359-7937. Saltitude.net.

Guided Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Join Beverly in a guided meditation, a great way to quiet the mind, reduce stress, relax and become centered. $10. Bev’s Healing Sanctuary, North Providence. Please Register by Nov 7: 401-231-8222 or BevReiki@cox.net.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Crystal Singing Bowls Healing Meditation – 1011am. The vibrational sounds of Tibetan and crystal singing bowls will alter your individual energy footprint based on the healing that your soul needs. It is so good. $15. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Must register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Free Webinar: New BioMed Book – 11:30am12pm. Get a sneak peek at the upcoming release Bioregulatory Medicine: An Innovative Holistic Approach to Self-Healing, a ground-breaking primer. The Future is now. The BioMed Network, The Marion Institute, 202 Spring St, Marion, MA. 508-748-0816. bit.ly/2NDG56E.

First Spiritualist Church of Rhode Island Sundays 10:00 am Services held at:

83 South Rose St. East Providence

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Awakening Through Drum Healing – 6:308:30pm. Shamanic drum healing with Paul and Katharine. Receive the benefits of sound healing and halo therapy in the beautiful salt cave. Limited space. $60. Saltitude Himalayan Salt Cave, 204 Front St, Lincoln. Registration required: 401-359-7937 or Saltitude.net.

RIHHA Meeting and Gong Bath – 6:30-9pm.

Come celebrate the season and receive the gift of sound. Our regularly scheduled RIHHA meeting will host special guests Joy Quinn Blum and Shawn Aceto. $20/pre-registered on website, free/ members. Tamarisk Residential Center Meeting Room, 3 Shalom Dr, Warwick. 401-732-0037.

Joy@GongsOfJoy.com. rihha.org.

Intro to Theta Demonstration – 7-9pm. Join us for a free session where we discuss exactly what Theta Healing is. Come learn about this powerful healing technique and get all your questions answered. Free; donations accepted. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence.

SpiritualistChurchRI.com.

Yoga Nidra Sound Journey – 7:45-9pm. Yoga nidra is the practice and art of yogic sleep. Jeremy and Nancy will create an immersive soundscape to guide you deeper into relaxation and meditative bliss. $25/pre-registered. Jala Studio: Yoga & Art, 285 S Main St, Providence. 508-566-2524.

Jala-Studio.com.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Drumming Circle – 7-8:15pm. Come experience a Shamanic healing drum circle. You will guided in a peaceful meditative drum session which promotes overall healing. Bring rattles or drums if you have. $10. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

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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.

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BEAUTIFUL ROOM AVAILABLE for mental health clinician on the east side, with off street parking. Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat/Sun all day. Please contact- 401 419.2053

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Integrated Energy Therapy® Basic – 9:30am6:30pm. IET is the angelic energy of compassion.

This is one of the next generation, hands-on, power energy therapy systems that gets the “issues out of your tissues” for good. With Gladys Ellen. $205 includes workbook & IET certificate. Thrive Tribe RI, 172 Taunton Ave, East Providence. 401-935-8451.

GladysEllen.com.

9 Steps to Empowering Readings – 12-2pm.

Whether you perform intuitive readings or just like receiving them, bring them to the next level in this hands-on class. $27-$33. Santosha Yoga and Holistic Health Center, 275 Reservoir Ave, Providence.

401-780-9809. YogaAtSantosha.com.

3 Keys to Releasing Fear for Deeper Life Fulfillment – 1-4pm. Is fear holding you back from a deeper sense of fulfillment in your life? Full workshop description on website. Free. Paradigm Shift, LLC, 1395 Atwood Ave, Ste 201, Johnston.

401-383-7633. ParadigmShiftRI.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.

FOR SALE - Must See! Lincoln Waterfront, 2 bed 1/2 bath colonial. Only 18 years old, move in condition. Fishing, boating, conveniently located.

Washer/dryer included. $220,000. Call Ken at 401-728-3559 for more information and to schedule a viewing.

Sunday Celebration Service 9:15 — 10:30 AM

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

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17

“Dig Deeper” ThetaHealing® Seminar – 9am5:30pm. Also Nov 18. Prerequisite needed to attend any further ThetaHealing Seminars. Gain proficient knowledge and experience to keep doing belief work on yourself and others. With Monique LaCroix. $400 plus $50 deposit. It’s My Health, 1099 Mendon Rd, Cumberland. To register, call/ text: 401-480-2626 or HealingArts11@aol.com.

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Searching for the purpose of your life?

If questions keep coming up for you, the answer may be closer than you think. If the messages of Eckhart Tolle, Louise Hay and Dr. Michael Beckwith resonate with you, you’ll feel right at home with us.

Located at 292 West Shore Road; Warwick, RI 02889 (401) 732-1552 ● concordiacslri@gmail.com ● www.concordiacsl.com A Member Community of Centers for Spiritual Living

Environmental Awareness can be Fun & Creative

Offering classes, workshops & events for the community that are “green”, educational & a whole lot of fun. We also offer creative classes for scouting groups, homeschoolers, etc. on request. Check us out on social media for our upcoming programs and events.

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Spiritual Intuitive Development Circle – 4-5:30pm. Have you wanted to develop your mediumship abilities, as well as grow spiritually? This class is for you. Learn about billets, flame cards, psychometry and much more. $25, $100/5 classes.

Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18

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

Joy and Shawn will immerse you in sound to clear, energize and balance each of your 7 energy centers through the deep vibration and resonance of the gongs and bowls. 5th Friday because of holiday. $25. Dean’s List Academy, 25 Esten Ave, Pawtucket. 401-258-3952. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com.

Reiki Level II Class – 10am-4pm. Learn how this class can enhance your healing ability for yourself and others. Open to Level I practitioners. $250.

The Mystic Touch, 192 Pilgrim Ave, Coventry.

401-822-3153. Earth-Way-Studio.com.

Qigong: Information Session – 4-5pm. Learn about qigong’s history, what it is, and how it can help you. Qigong is a great compliment to medical treatments. Also learn a few movements. Free.

Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Crystal Singing Bowls Healing Meditation – 6:307:30pm. With the vibrational sounds of Tibetan and crystal singing bowls will alter your individual energy footprint based on the healing that your soul needs. It is so good. $20. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Must register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair – 9am-3pm. The weekend after Thanksgiving is the start of the busiest shopping season of the year. Join 50 of the best local vendors selling homemade gifts and so much more. Free. Fit For Life Training Complex, 970 Douglas Pike, Smithfield. 401-771-9101.

FitForLifeRI.com.

Kirtan: Chanting for Joy – 7-8:30pm. Join us in an evening of sacred chanting. Easy chants mainly in English; some in Sanskrit. Chanting has the power to open the heart and uplift the soul. All are welcome. Suggested donation $10. Ananda Meditation & Yoga Center, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown.

401-524-4766. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Reiki II Certification Course – 10am-3pm. Learn Reiki II symbols, distance healing, clearing of spaces and crystals. Receive a manual, 2nd Degree Usui Reiki attunement, practitioner certificate.

2 student limit. $250. Live It Love It Wellness, 2845 Post Rd, Ste 104, Warwick. 401-323-7199.

LiveItLoveItWellness.com.

Community Reiki: Free Mini-Session – 10:30am12:30pm. Give reiki a try. Stop in for a 10-15-min session. Call ahead to set up a time. Reiki is a wonderful energy technique to reduce stress, relaxation and more. Free though donations are accepted.

Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Reiki Share – 2-3:30pm. Reiki shares are a way for practitioners to practice on one another and to hone their skills and receive healing themselves. $10. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

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Healing with Cell Salts – 5-7pm. Cell salts are safe, natural and have no side effects. Babies, pregnant women, older people, anyone can use cell salts.

Learn how to use them and how to be healthier. $30. Above All Holistic Health and Wellness, 245 Phenix Ave, 2nd Fl, Cranston. 401-573-3757.

OmHomeopathy.com.

200-Hr Yoga Teacher Training Info – 4-4:45pm.

Come meet the Directors and learn more about this teacher training journey filled with world-class yoga instruction, thought-provoking discussions and mindful community. Free. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown Commons, Middletown. 401-849-3200.

InnerlightYoga.com.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Becoming Crow – 6:30-8pm. Shape-shifting meditation to the Spirit of Crow using guided imagery and a live drum. Receive spirit medicine teachings and messages to help you understand a life issue.

With Colleen Kelley. $15. Fireseed: Center for Transformation, 194 Waterman St, 3rd Fl, Providence. 401-924-0567. FireseedCenter.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27 IET: Basic Certification Day 2 – 5:30-9:30pm.

Continuation from Day 1 Integrated Energy Therapy Basics Level (see Nov 13). When you are done with this class you will be able to give yourself and others a basic session. Must have taken Day 1.

Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Conscious Creation – 6:30-9pm. Experience a channeled class where we unravel the mysteries of consciousness and how we create the experiences that surround us. Ask the questions you seek answers for. $20. First Spiritualist Church of RI, 83 S Rose St, East Providence. SpiritualistChurchRI.com.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 Empath Group – 6-7:30pm. This group will focus on the discovery and development of your empathic self in a welcoming and supportive environment. $20. The Holistic Heart, 659 Sandy Ln, Warwick.

401-441-8449. HolisticHeartRI.com.

Jivamukti Yoga with Live Music – 6:15-7:45pm.

Join us for a vigorous Jivamukti yoga class accompanied with the inspiring vibrations of live music. $18/drop-in. Jala Studio: Yoga & Art, 285 S Main St, Providence. 508-566-2524. Jala-Studio.com.

Meditation for a Stress-Free Holiday – 6:307:30pm. This class will present a simple, yet powerful meditation technique that can enrich one’s life personally, professionally, spiritually, and help with seasonal stress. Free. Tiverton Essex Library, 34 Roosevelt Ave, Tiverton. 401-625-6796.

Cayce Search for God Study Group – 7-9pm. This group meets bi-weekly to study the metaphysical readings of Edgar Cayce in the Search for God books in order to grow spiritually and to meditate together. Free, but donations welcome. Balance Personal Fitness Studio, 99 Frenchtown Rd, East Greenwich. 401-258-3952. Joy@GongsOfJoy.com.

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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4 RIANP Fundraiser at Flatbread – 5-9pm. The Rhode Island Association of Naturopathic Physicians gets a donated percentage of every pizza ordered in-house, as take out, or home delivery on that night. Plus a raffle with prizes. Flatbread Company, 161 Cushing St, Providence. RIANP.org.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9 The Providence Flea – 10am-4pm. Holiday markets with holiday-themed merchandise and handmade gifts from artisans and makers, original art plus lots of hand-picked holiday and everyday vintage that make for one-of-a-kind gift-giving.

Free. Providence Flea, Hope High School, 324 Hope St, Providence. ProvidenceFlea.com.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11 Free Webinar: Ask the Doctor – 1-2pm. Get answers to your medical questions during this free webinar with renowned naturopathic doctor, Dr. Dick Thom. Bioregulatory Medicine Institute, The Marion Institute, 202 Spring St, Marion, MA. 508-748-0816. bit.ly/2RLJILi.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 Manifesting and Abundance ThetaHealing Seminar – 9:30am-5pm. Also Dec 16. Course uses a questionnaire to assist to find surprising and hidden blocks. Learn how to dig deeper to clear them. Prerequisite: Basic DNA, Advanced DNA and Dig Deeper. $400 plus $50 deposit. Monique LaCroix, It’s My Health, 1099 Mendon Rd, Cumberland. To register call/text: 401-480-2626 or HealingArts11@aol.com. MoniqueLaCroix.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 5 Gong Academy at the Barn: Day 1 – 9:30am3:30pm. Intro to the art of the gong, history, philosophy and practice. Workshop limited to 6 participants. 50% lecture and 50% hands on with the gongs. 2-day training. Renaissance Barn LLC, 64 Long Hwy, Little Compton. 401-954-4674.

Facebook.com/renaissancebarn.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 6 Gong Academy at the Barn: Day 2 – 10am-3pm.

Participants incorporate and expand techniques from day 1 (Jan 5), learning the gong in the tradition of Gongmaster Don Conreaux and Yogi Bhajan. 50% philosophy and 50% practice. Renaissance Barn LLC, 64 Long Hwy, Little Compton. 401-954-4674.

Facebook.com/renaissancebarn.

on going events

sunday Qigong – 9-10am. A Chinese healing art involving meditation, controlled breathing and movement exercises. Class taught while seated, and is fitting for all. $15, $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown.

Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

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 the 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.

Sunday Service at Ananda – 10am-12pm. Music, chanting, meditation, uplifting talk, beautiful Festival of Light Ceremony, refreshments and fellowship. Healing Prayer Circle on 2nd Sunday, 1-2pm. Donation appreciated. Ananda Meditation & Yoga Center, 714 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown.

401-524-4766. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Sunday Service – 10:30-11:45am. Please join us each week for an inspirational message, beautiful music, prayer, meditation and wonderful fellowship.

A place of unconditional acceptance and love. Free.

Unity Radiant Light, 155 Douglas Ave, Providence.

401-486-2708. UnityRadiantLight.org.

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. With Dr. Wayne Clairborne. $40/5 classes intro special. Body Kneads Yoga, 1145 Reservoir Ave, Cranston. 401-632-0878. BodyKneads.Yoga.

Sunday Celebration Service Center for Spiritual Living Southern RI – 11:30am-12:30pm. Doors open at 11:20am. We are a loving all-inclusive community welcoming people of all faiths, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds from all walks of life. Love offering. Center for Spiritual Living Southern RI, at RI Yoga Center, 99 Fortin Rd, South Kingston. CSLSRI.com.

Yoga Nidra with Kara – 6-7pm. Experience the many benefits of yoga nidra; conscious deep relaxation. Lay down, rest and be guided to the place between waking and dreaming, rejuvenate for optimal health. $15, $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown.

Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

monday Sitting in the Power Meditation. – 8:30-9:30am.

A way of opening your awareness to the energy of who you are. We touch the power that is within us; the ability to see, hear and feel. $10. Northern Lights Holistic, 204 Clock Tower Sq, Portsmouth.

774-266-6199. NorthernLightsHolistic.com.

Tai Chi Easy – 9-10am. Learn Tai Chi Easy to reduce stress, anxiety and depression, increase balance and coordination. Increase sleep quality, improve blood pressure, etc. No class Nov 5. $15, $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Sisters in Sobriety – 6-7:30pm. Join hands, open hearts, we are here for each other. Maintaining sobriety can be a difficult and lonely journey. Our goal is to enlighten and lift each other up with helpful information and considerate sharing. Free. Cindy Jones, 750 East Ave, 1st Fl, Wing F, Pawtucket.

401-419-4001.

Vinyasa with April Huth – 9:30-10:45am. Join us for a nourishing vinyasa yoga class that will be the perfect start to your week. $15/drop-in. Jala Studio: Yoga & Art, 285 S Main St, Providence.

508-566-2524. Jala-Studio.com.

wednesday

Kripalu Yoga with Susan – 4:15-5:45pm. Enjoy breath work, simple stretches to warm the body and classical yoga poses that tone and strengthen, allowing the body and heart to release and open. Beginners welcome. New students: $50/5 classes, $16/series. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319.

TimeForYouYoga.com.

Free Shamanic Guided Meditation – 5:306:30pm. Join Rodney in this Shamanic meditation.

You will find this a great way to quiet the mind, relax, and become centered. Free though donations accepted. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Flow with Reiki – 6-7:15pm. Flowing vinyasa practice with meditation, pranayama and reiki. $15/drop-in. Positive Space Yoga, 285 Winthrop St, Rte 44, Rehoboth, MA. 508-813-3638.

WhisperingPath.Yoga.

Tai Chi Easy – 7-8pm. Learn Tai Chi Easy to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, increase balance and coordination. Increase sleep quality, improve blood pressure, etc$15, $72/6 classes.

Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

tuesday Svaroopa® Yoga with Janice – 9:30-11am. Enjoy a deeply relaxing, slow-paced class. With blankets and props, learn to release deep tensions with no strain. Find ease and calm. Beginners welcome.

New students: $50/5 classes, $21/series. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland.

401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com.

Chair Yoga – 4:30-5:30pm. Many folks who have taken Janie’s chair yoga classes have reported how surprised they were that they got so much out of it: rejuvenation for mind, body and spirit. $15/ drop-in. Santosha Yoga and Holistic Health Center, 275 Reservoir Ave, Providence. 401-780-9809.

YogaAtSantosha.com.

All Level Yoga – 6-7:15pm. A joyful, upbeat hatha yoga class with experienced teacher Mary ShielL’Esperance. Moderate posture flow emphasizing breath and alignment technique. Peaceful studio space. $12-$13/Flex Pass, $16/drop-in. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, 2 Fl of Zen Center, Cumberland. 401-658-4802.

TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

Wake Up Yoga – 6:30-7:45am. This class will start your day off with a quiet mind and a strong, confident body. After class you can proceed to wherever you need to be in a focused and refreshed way. $15/ drop-in. Santosha Yoga and Holistic Health Center, 275 Reservoir Ave, Providence. 401-780-9809.

YogaAtSantosha.com.

Meditation with Ann Porto – 8:30-9:30am.

Meditation support and practice group. Come learn to tame your mind and reduce stress. Dropin. Donations to Friends of Maiti Nepal to end child sexual slavery. Laughing Elephant Yoga, 4372 Post Rd, East Greenwich. 401-398-2616.

LaughingElephantYoga.com.

Sitting in the Power Meditation. – 8:30-9:30am.

A way of opening your awareness to the energy of who you are. We touch the power that is within us, the ability to see, hear and feel. $10. Northern Lights Holistic, 204 Clock Tower Sq, Portsmouth.

774-266-6199. NorthernLightsHolistic.com.

Amrit/Kripalu Yoga with Amy – 9:30-11am. Enjoy breath work, simple stretches to warm the body and classical yoga poses that tone and strengthen, and meditation, allowing the body & heart to release and open. New student: $50/5 classes, $16/series.

Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com.

Guided Meditation: Shamanic – 10-11am & 6:30-7:30pm. Join Rodney in this Shamanic meditation. You will find this a great way to quiet the mind, relax, and become centered. $15/dropin, $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com. org

thursday

Yoga Flow – 8-9:15am. Wake up your senses.

Wake up your heart and wake up your mind with an early morning yoga flow. All experience levels are welcomed. $15/drop-in. Santosha Yoga and Holistic Health Center, 275 Reservoir Ave, Providence. 401780-9809. YogaAtSantosha.com.

Coffee Hour for Veterans (Cana Vets) – 10:30am12pm. 3rd Thursday. Coffee hour for veterans to share a cup of coffee, a donuts and comradery.

Please join us and hear what else we may have to offer. Must be a RI Medical Marijuana patient.

Summit Medical Compassion Center, 380 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick. Limited seating; register: 401-8893990. SummitRI.org.

Intuitive Flow with Reiki – 11am-12pm. Tuesdays & Thursdays intuitively flow through your vinyasa practice with meditation, pranayama and Reiki. $17/drop-in. Every Body Yoga, 5 Coventry Shoppers Park, Ste 5, Coventry. 508-813-3638.

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Kid’s Glow Yoga: Ages 3-6 – 3:15-4:15pm. Great way for kids to exercise and have fun using black lights and glow bracelets. Yoga helps in meditation, strengthening and balancing among others. $15, $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Private 1-Hour Reiki sessions – 4-7pm. Cme relax and experience the many healing benefits of reiki in a safe loving environment. $10 off all first sessions; $75. The Mystic Touch, 192 Pilgram Ave, Coventry.

401-822-3153. Earth-Way-Studio.com.

Kid’s Glow Yoga: Ages 6-13 – 4:30-5:30pm. Great way for kids to exercise and have fun using black lights and glow bracelets. Yoga helps in meditation, strengthening and balancing among others. $15, $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Kundalini Yoga Fusion – 6-7pm. Energize you while helping you balance your energy. Fusion blends dance to warm-up body and open heart.

Kundalini yoga and some reiki at the end. $15, $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-7415055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

NIA Neuromuscular Integrative Action – 6-7pm.

Being diagnosed with NH Lymphoma, I found NIA. In remission 12 yrs, moving the body to remove toxins, meditation to reduce stress and have fun to let go and relax is most important. Blue Sky Healing, 1076 Park Ave, Cranston. 401-487-6977. s4fontana@gmail.com.

Flow Yoga (Gentle to Moderate) – 6:30-7:45pm.

Join us for a gentle flowing sequence of yoga postures that will both energize you and bring you to your calm center. Mindfulness is emphasized.

Peaceful studio space. $12-$13/Flex Pass; $16/ drop-in. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, 2 Fl of Zen Center, Cumberland.

401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

saturday Community Tai Chi for East Bay – 9-10am. Every other Saturday. Learn breathing, postures, stretching and healing from a practitioner of Emei and Wudang styles in a relaxed session. Classes include warmup and discussions on the art of Tai Chi and Daoist culture. Free. White Monkey Tai-Chi & Qigong, at Bay Spring Community Center, 170 Narragansett St, Barrington. WhiteMonkeyTaiChi@live.com.

Restorative Yoga – 7:45-8:45pm. Join Amanda Eckhardt for a restorative yoga class designed to deeply rest and open your body. A series of supported postures will foster relaxation and gentle stretching. $15/drop-in. Jala Studio: Yoga & Art, 285 S Main St, Providence. 508-566-2524.

Jala-Studio.com.

Family Tai Chi – 9-10am. Learn to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, increase balance and coordination. Increase sleep quality, improve blood pressure, etc. $15/child, $23/parent &child. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

friday

Mindfulness-Based Hatha Yoga – 9:30-10:45am.

All level class. Postures, breathwork and flows to both energize you and bring you to your calm center.

We offer a peaceful studio space and experienced teachers. $12-$13/Flex Pass; $16/drop-in. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, 99 Pound Rd, 2 Fl of Zen Center, Cumberland. 401-658-4802.

TheYogaStudioBRV.com.

Guided Meditation: Shamanic – 9:30-10:30am.

Join Rodney in this Shamanic meditation. You will find this a great way to quiet the mind, relax, and become centered. $15, $72/6 classes. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Hatha Yoga with Kara – 12-1pm. Hatha yoga class designed for those wanting to practice at lunch. This is great for all levels, from those just learning to those who practice yoga. $12. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown.

Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Tai Chi Easy – 6-7pm. Learn Tai Chi Easy to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, increase balance and coordination. Increase sleep quality, improve blood pressure, etc. No class Nov 29. $15, $72/6 classes.

Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown. Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

Svaroopa® Yoga with Suzanne – 9:45-11:15am.

Enjoy a deeply relaxing, slow-paced class. With blankets and props, learn to release deep tensions with no strain. Find ease and calm. Beginners welcome. New students: $50/5 classes, $21/series. Time For You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland.

401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com.

Kid’s Glow Yoga 5 + – 11am-12pm. With Ms. Zandra. Great way for kids to exercise and have fun using black lights and glow bracelets. Yoga helps in meditation, strengthening and balancing among others. No class Nov 24. $10. Blue Dragonfly Wellness LLC, 6828 Post Rd, Ste 2E, North Kingstown.

Register: 401-741-5055 or BlueDragonflyRI.com.

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community resource guide ANGELS HEAVENLY HUGS

Gladys Ellen, Spiritual Advisor 410 North Broadway, East Providence, RI 401-935-8451 | gladys@heavenly-hugs.com GladysEllen.com Guided by Angels, these non-denominational intuitive sessions are empowering, uplifting, and life changing. Divine Guidance offers insight into life’s challenges and will enhance your spiritual journey.

Now is the time to start living your best life. Book Online Anytime.

SOUL WISDOM READINGS WITH CHRIS

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.

EDEN ENERGY MEDICINE 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.

NETWORK SPINAL ANALYSIS

Patricia Hogan-Casey, DC Wholistic Chiropractic Center 215 Cottage St, Pawtucket 401-725-4380 • DrPatOnTheBack.com Dr. Patricia Hogan-Casey, using Network Spinal Analysis, has witnessed profound effects on the physical, emotional and spiritual levels of her patients. The gentle precise touches to the spine initiate the removal of interference to the nervous system’s tension and function—essentially cueing the brain to develop new strategies to experience greater wellbeing. See ad on page 25.

COMMUNICATION CINDY JONES, LMHC

750 East Ave, Pawtucket, RI 401-419-4001 CJonesLMHC@aol.com I can help you learn effective communication skills so that your needs are met. I work effectively with a variety of other issues such as anxiety, depression and anger management. Most insurance plans accepted; private pay/sliding scale patients.

STARPOINT WELLNESS

Carmen Smith, EEMCP 204B Clock Tower Sq Portsmouth, RI 401-714-2429 Carmen@StarPointWellness.com NorthernLights.one Take charge of your health. Boost your vitality, strengthen your immune system and increase your joy and happiness. Eden Energy Medicine is a method of working directly with the body’s energy systems to help create health and wellness. Also offering Usui Reiki and Crystal Ball and Gemstone Reading.

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 25.

HEALTH FOOD STORE NATURE’S GOODNESS

510 East Main Rd, Middletown, RI 401-847-7480 facebook.com/naturesgoodness NaturesGoodnessRI.com For 33 years we have been providing the finest quality Natural & Organic Whole Foods including many Gluten Free products, Natural Body Care, Athletic Supplements & Protein Powders, Incense, Smudging Supplies and Candles made with Essential Oils, Natural Pet Care Food & Supplements and Healthful Information in a fun, comfortable and inspirational environment. Open Daily M-F 9:30-7, Sat 9:30-6, Sun 11-4. View our web site and Facebook for upcoming events and educational information.

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.

HOMEOPATHY VANDANA PITKE

Om Homeopathy, It’s My Health, Cumberland Above All Holistic, Cranston 401-573-3757 • omhomeopathy.com 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 38.

HYPNOSIS MINDFUL LIVING HYPNOSIS

Cheryl Reynolds RN,CH 4372 Post Road, E-Greenwich RI 02818 401-301-4426 MIndfullivinghypnosis.com It’s time to leave stress and anxiety in your past. Imagine feeling calm and confident as you walk into your future leaving that burden behind.

Sound amazing, huh? Cultivate your Inner Calm Program works! Hypnosis is natural, safe and effective, so why wait? Call Today!

Ma ke a ever y day h e a lthy day!

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HYPNOSIS TRAINING GREATER RHODE ISLAND HYPNOSIS TRAINING

MEDITATION & CONSULTATION ANN M. PORTO, PSYD, MS, QTTP

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 Certifications Course next class starts February 2019, get on the waiting list today. $400, early enrollment discount. Call today to see if this is the right course for you.

INTERFAITH MINISTER

Blue Dragonfly Wellness Center 6828 Post Rd North Kingston, RI 02852 401-529-2020.

BlueDragonflyRI.com SacredSoulJourns.com

Dr Porto, a retired clinical psychologist, artist, teacher, budding spiritual medium, energy medicine and sound healing practitioner has studied and practiced meditation since the late 1970’s. Join her meditation group to learn concentration and insight mediation and deepen your practice. Call for more information.

INTERFAITH MINISTER

MEDIUMSHIP

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.

JUNE EDWARD

Teacher/Psychic Medium Somerset Mass 508-259-1231 Juneedward.com Angel card, Destiny Card, Akashic record readings, energy healing. Connect to loved ones on the other side. I specialize in career and relationship issues, twin flames, clearing past lives, home clearing, working with Angels, Home parties and phone readings available. See ads on pages 5 and 15.

TRACY CALAPAI 35 East Ave Harrisville TracyCalapai.com

I am a Psychic, Medium, Spiritual Teacher, Certified Intuitive Life and Business Coach, Reiki Master Teacher, Integrated Energy Master Teacher, Magnified Healing Master Teacher, Certified Angel Card Reader, Tarot Reader, Star Rites Teacher, Munay - Ki Teacher, High Priestess, Ordained Minister, Author and Yoga Teacher in Training. I am very passionate about my teachings and services and am known to take it to the next level. See ad on page 33.

Lisa Ashton, R.N. Readings in person or by phone 204b Clock Tower Square, Portsmouth, RI 401-500-1908 LisaAshtonMedium.com NorthernLights.one 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.

SPIRITUAL TEACHER/PSYCHIC MEDIUM Debbie McBride 204 Clock Tower Square Portsmouth, RI 774-266-6199 debmcbride.net

LIFE COACH LIFE DESIGN COACHING WITH SUSAN DE LORENZO 508-736-8844 Susan@SusanDeLorenzo.com SusanDeLorenzo.com

Susan De Lorenzo is an inspirational speaker and life coach who helps clients leverage adversity to create a life they’d love. Author of the upcoming book, Thank You, Cancer and co-host of Life Design Radio with Susan De Lorenzo, please find details and invitations to work with Susan on her website. See ad on page 33.

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THE HOLISTIC HEART

659 Sandy Ln, Warwick RI 401-441-8449 HolisticHeartRI.com A whole-person approach to mental and emotional wellness through a unique combination of Holistic Counseling, Yoga, and Meditation to support mind, body, and spirit.

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS SHEILA M. FRODERMANN, MS, ND, DHANP, CCH

Providence Wholistic Healthcare 144 Waterman St, Providence, RI 401-455-0546 ProvidenceWholistic.com Holistic family health care providing diet, nutrition and lifestyle coaching, herbal & homeopathic medicines toward optimizing health and wellness naturally - for all. Naturopathic doctor - Certified Classical Homeopath - Bowen practitioner. See ad on page 25.

DR. M FEIBELMAN, ND

MEDIUM AND INTUITIVE PSYCHIC READER

INTUITIVE TEACHER/COACH

MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTR

Private Readings in Psychic/Mediumship, Angel Cards, Akashic Records & Energy Healing. I offer all levels of Mediumship Classes, Psychic Development Circles, Akashic Record (Soul) Reading and Table Tipping.

Phone readings are welcomed.

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.

Supporting you on your journey to health.

NUTRITION RESPONSE TESTING NATURAL HEALTH SOLUTIONS

Dr. Laura Bomback 293 Linden St, Fall River, MA 508-678-1233 • DrBomback.com Our mission at Natural Health Solutions is to improve the health of our community by providing natural options for most health issues and guidance toward the understanding that real solutions can be achieved with real nutrition. I have been helping people for close to 25 years achieve a higher level of health through both nutrition and chiropractic. See ad on page 29.

Don’t take your toys inside just because it’s raining. ~Cher

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PERIODONTICS PERIODONTICS INC

Scott Fertik DDS John Broderick DMD, MS 167 Gano St Providence, RI PeriodonticsRI.com periodonticsri@cox.net Integrative periodontal care by a compassionate dental team lead by Scott Fertik DDS and John Broderick DMD. The oldest periodontal practice in Rhode Island continues to deliver excellence in implant dentistry and all of your gums’ surgical needs.

PET PSYCHIC BEWITCHED OF SCITUATE 180 183 Danielson Pike Scituate RI 401-300-9109 BewitchedofScituate.com

I’m a psychic medium, pet psychic medium, Reiki Master Teacher, witch and an artist. I use many different healing modalities that I have learned to help people and animals heal. My shop called, Bewitched of Scituate, brings my Salem, MA roots to this beautiful town of Scituate, RI. Come by or call for appointments. Blessed Be.

REIKI BEV’S HEALING SANCTUARY

Holy Fire II Karuna Reiki® Master Teacher Usui Reiki Master Teacher North Providence, RI 401-231-8222 • bevreiki@cox.net With 19+ years’ experience Beverly has helped many clients and instructed many students. She offers classes in Reiki Level I through Master Level Certifications and Spiraling. Private sessions in reiki, chakra balancing, distance healing, animal reiki and theta healing. See calendar of events for classes.

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