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CONTENTS Natural Awakenings | Rhode Island | January 2021 Issue

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STAYING FIT IN 2021

HOUSE BLESSINGS

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Life After COVID

How to Eat to Feel and Look Your Best

Integrative Vets Treat Root Causes

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WELLTHIER LIVING

Online Healing Resources at KnoWEwell.com

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RETURNING TO NORMALCY

INTEGRATIVE HOSPITAL CARE

Workout Trends Bend to the Times

LOSE WEIGHT WITHOUT DIETING

FRUGAL WELLNESS

Healthy Living on a Tight Budget

for Clearing and Protecting Spaces

HEALING PETS HOLISTICALLY

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on Taking Control of Chronic Conditions

Medicine Embraces Holistic Modalities

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oday we are all experiencing one or more of the negative effects of an incredibly destructive ‘agent of change.’ Although horrific things happen every day on this planet, they usually affect other people elsewhere. COVID-19, however, can potentially reach anyone, anywhere, upending our lives in a multitude of ways. The obvious questions—how do we stop this virus, will a vaccine help, will the global economy recover—are all unknowns. They occupy our thoughts and emotions with every newscast.

For some, the crisis is merely an inconvenient interruption in their ‘business as usual.’ For others it has created new ways to profit at the expense of others.

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We know that nothing happens by chance: “For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction” and “As you sow, so shall you reap.” What is happening today has its roots in everything that has gone before. When dysfunction reaches a tipping point, something extraordinary happens to get our attention. This pandemic may be saying “STOP... NOW ... look at the world you’ve built ... untold suffering amidst obscene excess ... all life forms and the planet itself in mortal danger!”

The slowing and isolation are giving us the opportunity to consider these issues deeply and emerge with a better Plan B. That so many people are getting the message is an incredibly hopeful sign. Neighbors are helping each other; service organizations are expanding their roles and methods; scientific organizations around the world are sharing their research findings on possible treatments and vaccines; governments are trying to lift the financial burden of their citizens.

What would happen if this behavior were to continue post-Covid-19? Could it lead to treating a recovering planet as a ‘global village’ and its citizens as the one human family it is? It would take time, but we can start by demanding of our ‘leaders’ that we all push the ‘reset’ button and begin to move in that direction!

Fortunately, at this very time, a little-known cosmic event is also taking place. As we move into the Aquarian age, characterized by energies of synthesis, unity and cooperation, the spiritual custodians of human evolution—the Masters of Wisdom—have once again sent one of their great ones into the world to act as a teacher for the coming time. Some of the past teachers we have known historically as Confucius, Krishna, Buddha, the Christ and Mohammed.

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Maitreya has advised humanity to make the needed changes to put our world on a saner, fairer path: “He [Maitreya] will show that essentially men are one, no matter the colour or the creed, that the bounty of Earth belongs to all, and that sharing of that

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bounty is the key to man’s future.

Only sharing, and the justice which it will bring, offers hope to man. Only justice wrought out of sharing will end the plagues of war and terror.

Only sharing and justice can bring men to that Brotherhood which is their true inheritance. When men see this they will rise to the challenge and tackle one by one the many problems which daunt us now.” (Benjamin Creme’s Master from ‘Transformation,’ Share International magazine) Maitreya and his group have worked behind the scenes for millennia to guide our human family. Now, with these powerful, incorruptible allies openly in the world for the next 2,000 years and beyond, we have the opportunity to build a new world that works for everyone. Will we take it? In response to today’s injustices, we are marching. We are protesting. We are sharing resources and helping others.

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news briefs

Elaine Blais Releases 3 Secrets to a Kickass Life Book

Free Family Art Nights The Empowerment Factory is launching a new series of Free Nature Drawing courses and Friday Night Family Art Club. Classes start January 15 and are all online.

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Join the virtual Friday Family Art Night to enjoy the magical experience of drawing and creating beauty with colored pencils in an easy step-by-step process. Develop the fine art skills of gradient shading, perspective drawing, linear styles, realism and illustrative techniques. With a focus on nature, each lesson will include interesting observational facts about plants, animals and the environment, while also introducing vocabulary, math and measuring skills that anyone can learn.

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Elaine Blais, founder and CEO of Elaine Blais Life Coaching, has released her book, 3 Secrets to a Kickass Life. The book is about empowering women to live their dreams and offers simple practices for personal development and self-leadership.

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For people suffering from the miseries of allergic rhinitis, better known as hay fever, ginger extract can be just as effective as the popular pharmaceutical product loratadine (Claritin), concludes a study from Thailand’s Thammasat University. Eighty hay fever patients were given either 500 milligrams of ginger extract or loratadine. After three and six weeks, the ginger group’s improvements in nasal symptoms and quality of life matched those of the loratadine group, but those taking ginger had fewer side effects such as drowsiness, fatigue, dizziness and constipation.

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In just the first month of the 2020 pandemic, the use of antianxiety medications increased by 34 percent among Americans, according to pharmaceutical surveys. Because select serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) in particular tend to lose their effectiveness over time, some sufferers may take heart in a new study in Current Clinical Pharmacology. Iranian researchers gave one gram of ashwagandha root extract (Withania somnifera) each day for six weeks to 22 patients with generalized anxiety disorder and a placebo to a second group of 18. People in both groups were also put on SSRIs. Anxiety scores for the ashwagandha group improved by week two and kept improving during the study, significantly outperforming the scores of the control group. The extract was considered safe and free of side effects.

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Fluoride is added to public water supplies to reduce tooth decay, but its effects on health are contentious enough that only 38 percent of Canadian and 3 percent of European public water supplies are fluoridated, compared to 74 percent in America. Its effects on neurodevelopment in children are a particular concern: a meta-analysis correlated high levels of fluoride in water with a seven-point drop in children’s IQ scores. Two new studies have linked fluoride exposure to ADHD and other behavioral issues in children.

Canadian researchers that collected urine samples and tap water information on 1,877 children between ages 6 and 17 found those that lived in areas with fluoridated water had 2.8 times the incidences of ADHD diagnoses, as well as increased symptoms of hyperactivity and inattention. The effect was most pronounced in teenagers, suggesting a cumulative effect over time, wrote the authors in the journal Environment International. In a Chinese study published in the International Journal of Environmental Health Research, 325 children between ages 7 and 13 were studied, and higher levels of fluoride exposure were correlated with rises in behavioral issues, especially psycho-somatic symptoms.

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According to research from the University of South Australia published in Experimental Psychology, the act of smiling and moving facial muscles can trick our mind into taking a more positive attitude. The study evaluated a real smile as well as an artificial one induced when participants held a pen between their teeth, finding that in either case, this facial muscular activity alters our perception of facial and body expressions and generates more positive emotions.

The research found that the practice of forcefully smiling will stimulate the amygdala, the emotional center of the brain, which releases neurotransmitters to encourage an emotionally positive state. By inducing the brain into perceiving stimuli as happy, the mechanism could potentially be used to boost mental health.

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BY THE LIGHT OF

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by Karyn Chabot, M.Ay, LMT, RYT

The New Moon occurs on January 13 and occurs in sidereal Capricorn in the lunar star of Shravana, symbolized by the ear. Shravana is a lunar star that supports the art of listening, truthfulness, music and education. Two other planets will also be transiting through Shravana along with the Moon during this time. People may become highly selective about what they will hear. There will be a new quest for truthfulness as our ears will be “upgraded” to a higher octave during this time.

Compassionate listening is one of the highest platforms for healing. Use this new Moon to listen to loved ones with a whole heart and undivided attention. Sharpen your discernment and select only words, language, news, music and education that will uplift the spirit. The power of healing music, such as the healing and soothing sounds of solfeggio music that plays at 432Hz and 528Hz, will take center stage on this new Moon as well. Find this music on YouTube.

This new Moon will receive a glance from Rahu, the north node of the Moon. Rahu is an intersection of the sky that likes to stir the pot so we may learn lessons about desire and non-attachment. He also brings in a foreign or alien flavor, which could sweep in some unusual news from foreign lands. Rahu is also the great innovator, heralding an intense desire to re-create a new world and new way of communicating.

There may be glimmers of a new monetary system by this time as Jupiter and the new Moon are less than a degree from one another in the sky. Jupiter represents the bank, as well as world leaders/gurus, though it is in its sign of debilitation (sidereal Capricorn,) perhaps causing a delay or something wonky in the realms of new banking systems, money, the status of leaders and constricted ways of thinking. With six planets in sidereal Capricorn sharing a house with this new Moon, we are off to an intense, grounded, 14

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structured, cautious and colorful new start this month. Dare to try or do something new and exciting between January 13-28.

The Full Moon on January 28 will occur in sidereal Cancer within the friendly lunar star of Pushya, symbolized by the flower and described as blossoming, flourishing and virtuous. The ruler of this lunar star is Saturn, the great teacher who, during this full Moon is transiting through Shravana. With Mars casting his feisty gaze at this full Moon and six other planets peering in from the other direction with their two cents, the Moon may feel a little overwhelmed.

The Moon governs the ocean tides and the tides of our emotional bodies. On a global level, this will be a time when the light of the Moon will reveal hidden information which may lead to the unfolding of scandalous events centered around money and status. Personally, we may see a new focus on family bonds and an increase or decrease in family members, and/or more mindful activity around matters of earned income and other people’s money, maybe even an inheritance.

Full Moons are renown for bringing forth unresolved issues or providing answers to burning questions which may have ignited two weeks earlier during the new Moon. On the night of the full Moon, go outside, weather permitting, and let the moonbeams shine down on your cheeks, absorbing the somatic glow and imbibing the sacred essence through osmosis. Exposure to moonbeams can naturally inhibit systemic and emotional inflammation, cool the overthinking mind, light the darkness and soothe the soul.

In late December 2020, the sky formed an alignment we call a Kala Sarpa Yoga, a union of planets policed by the Nodes of the Moon on either side, where they energetically close up one half of the sky, leaving the other half wide open, acting as a large window of departure, or a portal where people may receive light activations and healing transmissions. The directional flow of such a portal in the sky is not selective, though it will flow depending our consciousness, individual choices, soul contracts, prayer and intentions. Many may choose to depart. Many may choose to evolve on the planet. During this January full Moon, we have a temporary reprieve from the Kala Sarpa Yoga as the Moon escapes the boundaries of the Nodes and helps soften the intense transformations until February 9. Finally, by April 13, Mars escapes its confine and breaks the Kala Sarpa Yoga, closing the portal all together. Visualize yourself and others receiving soul activations, healing, goodness and love while the portal is open. It is nothing to fear. Together, we can wake up the world with kindness. Keep forgiving and remember, we are all just walking each other home.

The difference between the tropical zodiac and the sidereal zodiac is about 23 degrees. Both systems have value. Sidereal astrologers believe the qualities of the signs are not related to the seasons, but rather to the specific portions of the ecliptic as measured against the fixed lunar stars.

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Returning to Normalcy Life After COVID

by John Koenig Never has the term “Happy New Year” meant more to most of us. The pandemic has made everything more difficult, from shopping for groceries to childcare and education. Some have suffered more than others. Some have lost a family member, a job or business. But all of us have felt the effects of lockdowns, social distancing and uncertainty, and for nine months, we have individually and collectively been under heightened stress.

With the arrival of a vaccine, there is a light at the end of the tunnel; but will a vaccine shot in the arm be all it takes to get us back to normal? Besides numerous deaths that have directly touched 70 percent of Americans through family and social relationships, many Americans have experienced intense financial hardship during the pandemic. Businesses have closed, unemployment hovers around 7 percent and people have missed socializing with family and friends. Relieving stress at gyms and other exercise facilities has been taken away. Even worse, isolation and other stressors have increased domestic abuse and child abuse and neglect.

Fundamentally, we have all lived with the stressor of the unknown and the inability to confidently plan for the future. The stress of these circumstances, as well as a nationwide racial reckoning and an acrimonious election, has been a slow-burn of constant trauma.

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As a result, many of us—whether aware or not—have been experiencing a low-level depression and heightened anxiety for many months now.

Psychologists call it situational depression, which means it is not a pathology, but a normal response to real problems. Nonetheless, feeling “blue” and anxious is unpleasant, whether due to a chemical imbalance or constant emotional stress. The symptoms of depression include a loss of interest in activities that used to give us pleasure, a tendency to isolate and a feeling of hopelessness and fatigue. Those with a tendency toward clinical depression in the first place might be having a particularly difficult time, with reports of increased suicidal ideation and alcohol consumption over the past nine months over the prior year.

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To get started, begin by asking one of the questions below:

Post-traumatic stress effects people in a variety of ways, none of them good: n Relationship problems n A tendency to isolate, even more than required n Substance abuse n Other destructive habits used as coping mechanisms: gambling, sex problems, overeating (the 10 “pandemic pounds� many have gained in 2020) n Health issues such as cardiovascular problems, or even lowered immunity to illness So, what does recovery look like? Recovery begins with the realization that something is wrong and needs to be fixed. Asking ourselves how our pandemic lifestyle is different from the way we used to live is a good place to start. Breaking unhealthy

n What simple pleasures am I grateful for that I may take for granted (cup of coffee, warm shower, walk outside)? n What is something I am looking forward to doing when the pandemic is over? n What happy memory can I call to mind? n What people in my life (or who have been in my life) am I especially grateful for? n What trip or special place am I glad I had a chance to visit? n What about my body or health can I be grateful for? n What in nature, maybe right outside my window, can I appreciate with gratitude? n What accomplishment in my life am I especially proud of? n What possessions that make my life better (a toaster, a television, a vehicle) can I feel a moment of gratitude to have for my comfort or pleasure? n What makes me feel safe and where do I feel safest? n Is there an artist, author, actor or musician whose work I am grateful for?

habits, whether old or new ones, will take focused attention. It is no easy thing for most people to quit smoking or cut out a binge drinking problem, reduce recreational snacking or switch back from online gaming to real world socializing. It will take effort and intentionality to restore healthy habits: getting back to the gym regularly, re-connecting with friends, scheduling nights out and eating healthy. The good news? People are resilient and there is a lot of help around. Support groups and qualified professionals abound in our state.

THE GRATITUDE ATTITUDE HABIT One of the easiest ways to build a positive attitude is to keep a gratitude journal. Research shows that keeping a gratitude journal for 30 days can produce a measurable decrease in depression and increase in happiness. Begin by writing at least three things you are grateful for today. Make the practice a habit. This need not be more than a five-minute commitment, but it is a habit that can be life-changing and maybe make 2021 one of the best years ever.

The pandemic should soon be ending with a vaccine, and eventually we will be able take off our masks, breathe a sigh of relief and begin to build back our lives.

Note from author: Understand that genuine depression and true posttraumatic stress disorder require proper medical treatment. If your low mood persists, consider talking to your primary care doctor or finding a counselor to help you through the rough times. Medication may be beneficial at least over the short-term. And certain psychotherapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy have been shown to help people recover from PTSD and depression. There should be no shame in getting a little help when you need it.

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Integrative Hospital Care MEDICINE EMBRACES HOLISTIC MODALITIES

by Marlaina Donato Thirty years ago, hospital patients were treated for symptoms based on the Western medical model, and holistic modalities were excluded, largely due to a lack of reliable scientific studies. More recently, because of promising research, the traditional template is expanding. The Academic Consortium for Integrative Medicine & Health encompasses 75 university health centers and health systems that offer integrative approaches—a remarkable sevenfold increase in 21 years. America’s top hospitals, including the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, the Mayo Clinic, the Duke University Medical Center and the Yale New Haven Hospital, now offer therapies such as acupuncture, reiki, homeopathy, touch therapy, yoga, clinical aromatherapy and chiropractic.

According to a report in Advances in Medical Education and Practice, nearly half of Americans receiving medical care use alternative medicine (although 80 percent don’t inform their doctors) and physicians agree on the importance of further research and training in such modalities. A 2017 University of California survey published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that hospital patients of all ages were willing to pay out of pocket for healthier food, therapeutic massage and energy work.

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DISEASE: THE BIG PICTURE “Research has repeatedly shown that even with full medical access and optimal medical treatments, a population’s health improves by only about 15 to 20 percent. The rest comes from lifestyle, environment and the social and personal determinants of health. Even factors like emotional health, what you feel is your purpose in life and what motivates you to be healthy plays a role,” says physician Wayne Jonas, in Alexandria, Virginia, a clinical professor of family medicine at Georgetown University and former director of the World Health Organization Center for Traditional Medicine. As executive director of Samueli Integrative Health Programs, which aims to make integrative health regular and routine, Jonas emphasizes that patients become healthier and medical costs are reduced when they are engaged in the healing process.

For Jonas, the shift toward integrative health care has become most evident during the current opioid crisis and the search for non-pharmacological approaches like acupuncture and therapeutic massage therapy for pain management. “The evidence body for many of these approaches has grown tremendously over just the

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past five years, and has shown a spotlight on what works and what doesn’t. These approaches are now recommended in national guidelines as mainstream for chronic pain.”

Denise Millstine, integrative physician and internal medicine specialist at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, concurs: “The opiate crisis is an example of the need to broaden our clinical toolbox to incorporate care strategies that are less risky. I believe this change has been multifactorial, based on patient demand and more awareness of the importance of lifestyle management.”

Patient demand is also fueled by a desire to avoid medication side effects. In 1998, the Journal of the American Medical Association reported that 106,000 hospital deaths take place each year from adverse reactions to prescription drugs. With more than half of Americans already taking a pharmaceutical drug, and three being the average, adverse side effects can easily mount in a hospital setting.

For Millstine, integrative medicine offers many solutions. “We might recommend the best medication or provide cuttingedge therapies, but without considering stress management, resilience, movement and what people ingest, it’s hard to get optimal results. Integrative medicine expanded my approach to include nutrition, exercise, mind-body (connection), spirituality and other medical philosophies like Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in the patient’s therapeutic plan.”

WHOLE-PATIENT CANCER CARE A 2016 meta-analysis by Taipei Medical University published in the journal PLOS ONE concluded that certain applications of acupuncture reduce pain and opioid use on the first day after surgery. Acupuncture—an ancient modality based on the concept of energy meridians in the body—is also offered in many major hospitals to offset the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation.

Acupuncture treatments at the Mayo Clinic are given in a calming atmosphere of soft lighting and music, and performed by trained doctors, as well as licensed

acupuncturists with a firm TCM foundation.

Integrative health care addresses the emotions that accompany a cancer diagnosis, and patients undergoing conventional treatment now have access to not only acupuncture but therapeutic massage, meditation, movement therapy, clinical aromatherapy, herbal applications, biofeedback and yoga. Millstine says of theMayo Clinic, “We have oncology-trained massage providers who are comfortable with what is and what isn’t safe after someone has had a cancer diagnosis and/or treatment.”

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therapies may help people to manage cancer symptoms, boost overall well-being, better handle side effects of treatment and reduce the risk of cancer recurrence. “Integrative cancer care can help by activating one’s ability to heal and feel better physically and emotionally,” he says. “Lectures on nutrition, yoga classes and support groups for cancer patients are now common.”

The Urban Zen Integrative Therapy Program, launched by American fashion designer Donna Karan in 2009 after her husband died from cancer, partners with heavy hitters such as the American Cancer Society and the Beth Israel Medical Center, in New York City. In many hospital settings, Urban Zen is creating “Zen dens”, calming nooks where staff can discuss cases with colleagues, take a break for self-care or talk to their patients in a nurturing environment. Urban Zen’s dedication to healthcare integration is international and promotes therapeutic applications of reiki, essential oil therapy, nutrition and other contemplative care.

“Alternative therapies are no longer considered ‘alternative’ when conventional medicine adopts them—for example, using calcium and vitamin D supplements, which are a standard consideration,” says Millstine. “With high-deductible plans, many patients are accustomed to paying out of pocket for care, thus making payment for alternative providers possibly more palatable.”

Reiki, a Japanese form of energy medicine once considered alternative, is now offered at major hospitals like Yale New Haven, where it’s given free of charge to cancer patients. Many hospitals are also offering classes in energy work to families of patients, hospital staff and the community.

“A medical doctor introduced me to the practice when my grandmother was diagnosed with lung cancer,” says Denise Baron, a Philadelphia-based reiki practitioner who works with referrals from clients and wellness professionals. “A hospital does not hire me directly, but the staff know I am available. I’ve worked on patients post-surgery, during and after births, people with cancer and people in hospice. I would say 96 percent of clients walk away with a deep experience of peace, harmony and lower stress levels.” Most recently, she has seen an increase in nurses asking for support during stressful times, with many wanting to learn how to practice reiki themselves.

According to a 2017 study published in the Journal of EvidenceBased Complementary and Alternative Medicine, reiki is more effective than a placebo and activates the parasympathetic nervous system via the vagus nerve. Results include lower blood pressure and less anxiety and depression. Other research shows that the modality also reduces nausea, improves appetite and lessens fatigue.

HOLISTIC NURSING’S ROLE Collaborating with physicians and holistic practitioners, nurses play a key role in integrative hospital care. “We all work together to facilitate the client towards a higher level of well-being. Each profession brings something to the table,” says Margaret Erickson, in Cedar Park, Texas, CEO of the American Holistic Nurses 20

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The nurse’s role in a patient’s healing journey is an intimate one, and holistic nurses ensure that the whole patient is tended to.

“The roots of holistic nursing, grounded in holism, were verbalized over 150 years ago by Florence Nightingale,” says Erickson. “She believed in the mind-body-spirit-emotion connections and that all aspects need to be nurtured in order for people to heal.”

Due to increased demand, more nursing schools are creating educational programs grounded in holistic philosophy, she says. “What makes a nurse holistic is not the skills or alternative therapies she/he/they do, but rather how they show up in their interactions with others. They value and recognize that they are gifted with sharing a person’s most vulnerable moments, and that this shared space is sacred.”

Some holistic nurses may use healing therapies such as guided imagery, aromatherapy, energy work, bodywork, deep breathing, mindfulness and meditation to help both their clients and other healthcare providers.

Those in the field of integrative medicine agree that the future of medicine is now. “People are becoming more self-aware and taking responsibility for their health and life. Consciousness is growing [by] leaps and bounds,” says Baron.

Jonas, drawing on 40 years of experience, agrees. “By working as partners with our patients to help find the care that works for them, we can help them achieve better health and quality of life.”

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WORKOUT TRENDS BEND TO THE TIMES

by Marlaina Donato For 2021, fitness will be more about better health and inner peace rather than weight loss. Gyms and studios will be on the top of their game adhering to hygiene standards and offering safer environments with smaller class capacity and vitamin D-enhanced outdoor sessions. From remote coaching to cost-effective wellness apps, the workout will get a fresh makeover.

HIGH-TECH WELLNESS Pandemic repercussions in 2020 amped up client demand for alternatives and also inspired trainers to get more creative. “I’ve enjoyed working with private clients virtually through FaceTime and Zoom. It has required me to create more precision with my training programs depending on what each client has at their home or home gym,” says Hollywood, California, fitness trainer Ridge Davis. “Results have been going through the roof because my clients are more likely to dive into healthy routines and meal plans with my daily guidance.”

For those that cannot find local, in-person fitness provisions, subscriptions to streaming-fitness websites like DailyBurn.com and OnePeloton.com provide plenty of guides to workouts from yoga to muscle-building.

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Health apps can tailor individual wellness strategies for the new year. “Fitness and health apps are becoming more popular, and trainers are able to interact with clients all over the world. If you are like me, you need accountability if you cannot meet your trainer directly,” says Dominic Kennedy, a personal trainer in Los Angeles and creator of the newly launched fitness and nutrition app Dominic Effect. “Nutrition is also going to be key now more than ever. Apps will help keep you in check and on track with your food and goals, helping to set up monthly meal plans, as well as recipe suggestions.”

Wearable tech in the form of watches and smart clothing will be another hit in 2021, providing accurate readings on calories burned, number of daily steps and even heart rate and blood pressure.

VIRTUAL VARIETY, NO PRESSURE Having the option to work out at home might motivate more people to begin a fitness routine without the pressure of comparing with others. Sampling classes online can help them find what they like before they sign up at their local gym or studio. “Virtual fitness classes provide an opportunity for people to test out different instructors at different times all around the country and even the

world,” says Paris Alexandra, co-founder of the BK Yoga Club, in New York City.

“People are now realizing the things we can control is our breath and our bodies.

Because of this, there’s an appreciation of our capacity, challenging ourselves to try something new.”

Even with gym cutbacks, there is a silver lining. “One of my private weight-loss clients has loved our FaceTime workouts so much that she swears she will never go back to in-person training with a coach,” says Chicago-based Stephanie Mansour, host of the weekly national PBS show Step it Up With Steph. “Even on vacation or while traveling, people can still get in their workout because everything is virtual. Trainers also win because they can still do their job, but at a distance.”

Me-time with a private virtual coach will offer a tailored regimen for those that prefer a one-on-one experience. Mansour muses, “Private fitness and health coaching sessions will be the hottest trend in 2021. By now, many people’s excitement toward their ‘pandemic workout’ is waning, and they’ll be looking for a totally customized approach to kickstart their motivation and goals.”

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Mansour concurs, “Focusing on finding inner peace, meditating and positive programming are all huge trends that have emerged due to COVID. By getting your head in the game, you’re 75 percent of the way to your goal.”

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Lose Weight Without Dieting How to Eat, to Feel and Look Your Best

by April Thompson One of the top New Year’s resolutions is to lose weight, and to that end, millions of Americans go on a diet each year. As we look to reset after holiday indulgences, nutrition experts say it’s a great time to cultivate healthy, long-term eating habits rather than unsustainable diets that lead us in circles.

“A ‘live it’ is better than a diet: small, manageable changes you can live with over time,” says Lisa Mallonee, a registered dietician and professor at the Texas A&M College of Dentistry, in Dallas. “People get focused on losing 15 pounds, but once they get to the finish line, they don’t have a plan for after and often end up regaining the weight.”

While navigating the labyrinth of nutrition information can be tough, eating better is actually simple, says David Katz, M.D., founder of both the Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center and the nonprofit True Health Initiative, and co-author of How to Eat: All Your Food and Diet Questions Answered. “There are two general shifts to make: first, to less processed foods, and second, to more plant-based foods,” says Katz.

In making such shifts, Mallonee suggests applying the 80/20 rule to food. “If 80 percent of the time you are making healthy choices, and the other 20 percent of the time you allow splurges, you’re less likely to feel deprived and revert to old ways.”

Katz agrees that small shifts are more likely to stick, in part because of our adaptable palates. “If you commit to improving your diet little by little, you will find that taste buds are adaptable fellas that will learn to love the foods they are with. For example, try something as simple as switching from regular soda to diet to seltzer to water over time.”

The good news for dieters with questions, suggests Katz, is there is no one superior diet. “You can have a high-quality diet whether you are flexitarian, pescatarian or vegetarian, low-carb or high-carb,” he says.

For Jill Weisenberger, a registered dietitian nutritionist, in Yorktown, Virginia, and author of The Overworked Person’s Guide to Better Nutrition, a healthy diet comes down to three meals a day, each with a good source of protein and fiber. “When losing weight, it’s especially important to eat enough protein so you don’t lose muscle mass with the fat,” she says, suggesting a target of 25 to 35 grams of fiber a day, achieved through a diverse diet that focuses on fruits, vegetables and legumes.

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term safety or benefit of keto,” says Katz.

“A truly keto diet cuts out a lot of highly nutritious foods like fruit, grains and beans, all associated with better health and longer life. I think a diet excluding these foods would be a colossal mistake.”

WEIGHING IN While it’s not healthy to obsess over numbers on the scale, it is important to understand the health risks of carrying extra weight, particularly around the middle.

“Belly fat is a concern for co-morbidities like pre-diabetes, diabetes, increased blood pressure and even sleep apnea,” says Mallonee, stating that women should aim for a waist circumference of less than 35 inches and men of less than 40.

Katz advises that the effects of abdominal fat can vary. “Certain ethnicities are extremely vulnerable to excess weight around the middle, which can result in insulin resistance and metabolic mayhem. However, many people can gain considerable amounts of weight and show no metabolic effects,” he says, suggesting that a comprehensive health checkup can clear up any doubts.

Physiologically, it is hard to keep weight off, says Weisenberger, but people should not get discouraged if they fall short of their goals. “If you are overweight, you will get an enormous boost from the first 5 to 10 percent of weight loss—it’s much more important than that last 5 to 10 percent.”

While weight loss is an exercise in delayed gratification, the power of highquality food is immediate, advises Katz.

“You can improve the quality of your immune response with a single meal.

It’s the gift that keeps on giving, too, as those positive health benefits accumulate over time.”

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FRUGAL WELLNESS Healthy Living on a Tight Budget

by Yvette C. Hammett Living healthy on a tight budget may seem like a daunting task, but by setting up a self-care plan, prioritizing and shopping smart, the barriers can seem not quite so tall. With so many people unemployed or under-employed during the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for workable options is more important than ever.

A sports and nutrition company, My Protein, did a study that shows the average American spends $155 per month on health and fitness. That’s $112,000 over a lifetime. There are, however, strategies that can lower these costs.

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the things you really care about, but cutting out the waste or things that are not so necessary can be a huge cost savings. This is not just for a penny-pinching, stay-athome mom. Being frugal doesn’t mean you are a cheapskate, but being wise with the limited resources that you have.”

Smith says she had a pricey membership to a cross-fit gym, but in the long run, staying in shape can greatly reduce the costs of health care and prescriptions. “Any way you can stay active is what you need to do. Spending money in any way that gets you to commit to and consistently move your body is the answer.” Focus on eating good food and moving your body, Smith says. “When emphasis is placed more on that and on self-care, you save more money.”

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The National Institute on Aging recommends several ways to eat healthy on a budget: use coupons, consider purchasing store brands, know that convenience costs more, focus on priority foods, buy store-brand organics and forgo fresh for frozen organics. Sotiria Everett, a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Family, Population & Preventive Medicine at the Stony Brook Renaissance School of Medicine, in New York, agrees. “One thing to consider is seasonality. If out of season and organic, that will increase the cost. If you want clean living and healthy eating for the planet, that doesn’t make sense either, because of the cost of fuel and the pollution involved.”

Everett recommends frequenting farmers’ markets because they offer seasonal, fresh, local, organic produce that is easier on the wallet and better for health.

Her favorite tip is, “Learn how to plant foods. You don’t need a lot of space, but do need sun and water access. You can keep it organic. A couple of seeds can give you a whole season’s worth of produce.”

Jody Gatewood, assistant state nutrition program specialist for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and a registered dietitian, works with people on tight budgets through the university’s Spend Smart Eat Smart program. “We do a lot with families with young children,” she says. “They are on a budget and concerned about having enough food to eat.

One thing we teach a lot, and it helps with a budget, is to plan your meals. Look and see what is on sale at the grocery store.

If there’s a big meat sale, buy it then and use it throughout. I think what happens is if we don’t plan, we go to a restaurant or get convenience foods which can really add up.”

Fresh, frozen, canned and dried foods can all have a part in our diet, she says. “I use a lot of frozen vegetables. If you use frozen, you just heat it up and it is ready to go. Protein can be expensive, so have some meals where black beans or lentils are the source of protein. Have that balance.”

As for healthcare costs, Smith recommends to those that cannot afford typical insurance or costly prescriptions in their budget to consider using manufacturer discounts and a service like GoodRx.com, which details how much prescriptions will cost at different pharmacies.

Consider using a “sharing ministry” for other costs, Smith says. With Liberty HealthShare, for example, people pay in every month and are billed like a cash payer when they have a medical bill while Liberty pays the cash. “When a doctor or hospital is billing an insurance company, they try to get as much as they can, but cash payers pay a lower amount,” she says.

Yvette C. Hammett is a freelance writer from Valrico, Florida. She can be reached at YvetteHammettHull49@gmail.com.

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HOUSE BLESSINGS for Clearing and Protecting Spaces

by Marlaina Donato Moving into a house, office or any new space prompts us to envision bright days ahead filled with hope and joy. Perhaps this is why, from first-century Christians praying to dissuade evil influences to the Mayans smudging herbs to welcome positive energy, the act of blessing a house is such a time-honored tradition.

Whether held in private or with a group of kindred souls, with or without religious elements, blessing a new dwelling takes the concept of housewarming to a sacred level. A house blessing can temper the hair-pulling stresses of a move and be a wonderful way to restore harmony after life gives us a jolt, be it a job loss, a broken relationship, a loved one’s passing or an illness. Simple gestures of intention, sprinkled with some beauty, enable us to claim our space and sow a new beginning.

Arranging seasonal blooms in jeweltoned vases, scattering fresh rose petals over the threshold or misting the air with ethereal scents consecrates what might otherwise seem mundane. Singing a favorite song, whispering a spontaneous prayer or reciting a Buddhist chant during the flurry of unpacking invites calm and attracts benevolent influences. Pungent smudges of dried, white sage, sweetgrass,

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pine or lilac flowers help dissolve unpleasant memories and energetic imprints from the past.

Honoring the four elements of earth, air, fire and water can create balance and celebrate ancient customs. Adding one or more essential oils to a spray bottle filled with distilled water or culinary rose water is an easy way to mist the air and the space inside drawers, closets and cupboards before filling or refilling them. Hanging fresh evergreens, leafy branches or tufts of blossoms over doorways evokes what 10th-century mystic and healer Hildegard of Bingen called veriditas—the greening energy of the Earth. Employing a crystal or Tibetan singing bowl, beating a shamanic drum or playing an instrument in select rooms can charge the atmosphere with fiery hope. Opening windows, even briefly during cooler seasons, invites in the fresh air of possibility.

Stepping into a new life—or revitalizing an existing one—is one of the most beautiful acts of caring for soul and self. Blessing our spaces is also an expression of gratitude, something that can make any life wonderful.

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Healing Pets Holistically Integrative Vets Treat Root Causes

by Julie Peterson Emma, a mini-schnauzer mix, was 4 years old when she started acting like a senior lacking zest for running or playing. After being treated by an integrative veterinarian for one month, she regained vibrancy. “She’s 6 years old now, and she’s her normal, barky, running, zig-zagging self,” says Yvonnda Agent, a volunteer with animal transport rescue operations, near Rockvale, Tennessee.

Agent’s practitioner determined Emma had kidney issues that were slowing her down.

Upon deeper investigation, these problems were found to be the only visible symptom of a tick-borne illness. Once given immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory and liver-detox herbs, the dog made a full recovery.

EXPANDED OPTIONS Getting to the root cause of the condition is what integrative veterinarians are known for. They combine both conventional and holistic medicine, may use fewer drugs and limit vaccinations.

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the drug is finished,” says veterinarian Katie Woodley, in Fort Collins, Colorado, who blogs at TheNaturalPetDoctor.com. “With a holistic approach, we look at the nutrition, gut health and how all the systems are connected … and resolve the imbalance.”

Holistic veterinarians may specialize in acupuncture, herbal medicine, kinesiology, chiropractic, laser therapy or any of many other natural modalities as an adjunct to conventional medicine. They first must earn a doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) degree and then may pursue optional holistic training. Following this path can take a great deal of time.

NATURAL NUTRITION At the Franklin Road Animal Hospital, in Brentwood, Tennessee, Mark C. Ingram, DVM, has found inadequate nutrition from low-quality foods at the root of most health problems. High-quality food helps animals absorb nutrients needed for optimal wellbeing. “The first ingredient should always

be meat, and we like limited-ingredient foods due to the numerous allergies we see,” says Ingram. “Every case of cancer that we have seen in the last 20 years has food allergies. Every torn cruciate and every paralyzed dog with disc problems has food allergies. It is also the most underlying cause for ear infections and cystitis.”

This was the case with Gabby, a 3-year-old mini-schnauzer that Agent rescued about a year ago. “She came to us with a bottle of ear solution and a history of green pus in her ears,” says Agent. Gabby’s medical history indicated that the ears, in addition to digestive problems, had been unsuccessfully treated with antibiotics and changes in diet.

“Our holistic vet recommended a raw diet with no grains and no starchy vegetables. Gabby hasn’t had a single instance of ear irritation since,” says Agent, who believes that whole foods served as medicine and now serve as prevention for her pets.

VEXING VACCINATIONS There is ongoing debate whether pet vaccination boosters that may be required by law or strongly recommended by vets provide increased protection or are harmful. Mounting evidence says that they are often overdone: for example, both fivepound and 100-pound dogs receive the same dosage. Yet vaccinations do prevent some serious diseases. “We do not like to over-vaccinate, but provide appropriate protection by minimal vaccination and encourage titers,” says Ingram. Titers are blood tests used to determine if a pet’s antibodies are high enough from a previous vaccination to warrant a booster shot for the specific disease.

“Many of the core vaccines that your pet needs to be protected from diseases like parvovirus and distemper actually provide lifelong immunity with one vaccine,” says Woodley.

CHOOSING A VETERINARIAN Commonly, people seek holistic veterinarians after they have had success with human integrative medicine. But finding such a provider isn’t simple. “My clientele regularly travels one to four hours for a consultation,” says Ingram, who fully understands that demand is outstripping supply for integrative veterinary care.

The American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association, which has 1,500 members, has a search-by-state feature that also lists the modalities practiced by each veterinarian at ahvma.org/find-a-holistic-veterinarian. In addition, Woodley, Ingram and others offer telehealth or long-distance consults. In lieu of finding a vet that is listed as holistic, pet parents can call clinics to ask questions about alternative treatments.

Some facilities are more flexible than others.

Choosing a veterinarian is a personal decision for owners. “I feel that traditional versus holistic care is simply sick care versus well care,” says Agent. “Their quality of life is so important to me and they’re solely dependent on the choices I make for them.

I’m going to choose well care.”

Julie Peterson writes from rural Wisconsin and has contributed to Natural Awakenings for more than a decade. Contact her at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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Taking Control of Chronic Conditions

by Sandra Yeyati

Twenty years ago, University of Iowa Clinical Professor of Medicine Terry Wahls was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS).

Conventional treatments didn’t work, and her health deteriorated to the point where she was wheelchair-bound and facing a progressively grim future.

Through rigorous scientific study and clinical trials, she developed a groundbreaking diet and lifestyle protocol that allows people to take control of their health, reversing many chronic disease states, including her own.

She is the author of The Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles, as well as an accompanying cookbook, The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life.

What is your personal journey with multiple sclerosis?

In 2000, I had problems walking, which led to the MS diagnosis. After consulting the best doctors and taking the newest drugs, I went downhill anyway. At my lowest point, already in a tilt-recline wheelchair, I realized that conventional medicine wasn’t going to stop my decline into a bedridden, possibly demented state with intractable face pain due to trigeminal neuralgia.

My physicians introduced me to the work of Loren Cordain, who developed the paleo diet, so after 20 years of being a vegetarian, I went back to eating meat; gave up grains, legumes and dairy. I also studied the basic science for animal mod30

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els of multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and ALS, and decided that mitochondria—the organelles that generate the energy that cells use to run the chemistry of life—were leading to my early loss of myelin and brain cells. I also discovered The Institute for Functional Medicine and took their course in neuroprotection. Based on the science, I devised a supplement program to support my mitochondria. My decline slowed.

Then came my “Aha!” moment: What if I redesigned my paleo diet, combining ancestral health with functional medicine principles, relying less on supplements and more on food to support my mitochondria? I did that, and my pain, brain fog and fatigue resolved. I began to get stronger, started walking. In three months, I was able to go for a bike ride with my family around the block for the first time in six years. It felt miraculous.

It changed the way I think about disease and how I practice medicine. I now talk to patients about diet, lifestyle, exercise, toxics exposures and stress management, and I’m able to stabilize, reverse and greatly improve their blood pressure, blood sugar, pain and chronic diseases that I was struggling to manage using the latest drugs.

What have you learned about resilience?

People who maintain a sense of control have more robust immune function and are

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generally healthier. Many of my patients say that their diagnosis ended up being a tremendous gift because it allowed them to take stock of their lives and understand their priorities. That’s true for me. If I eat gluten, dairy or eggs, or I’m exposed to too much stress or toxins, my trigeminal neuralgia will turn on and I’ll have horrific facial pain, but I consider it to be a tremendous gift, because that’s my barometer for the inflammation levels in my brain, which reminds me to look at my triggers and recommit to my self-care. We teach patients how to track their biosensors.

Are you cured of MS? No. I still have the genetic vulnerability and lesions in my spinal cord, and will always be sensitive to gluten, dairy and eggs. If I become severely stressed or don’t sleep, I’ll probably have a problem again. I caution all of my patients: If you go back to your previous diet and lifestyle, your disease states will return.

Isn’t it easier to just take a prescription drug for symptoms?

It’s a smaller level of effort, but they’re not cures, either. The underlying disease state progresses, so people typically need higher doses of their medications. They also develop co-morbid diagnoses that require new medications. Conventional medicine is effective for some symptom improvements, but it has never been evaluated for improving global health, whereas studies have shown that improving diet quality and incorporating exercise and meditation will improve multiple chemical pathways in the body, gene expression and your microbiome, and dramatically improve health outcomes across many disease states.

For more information, including diet protocol guidelines and online courses, visit TerryWahls.com.

Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer.

Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

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Restorative Yoga for Anxiety Workshop – 12-2pm. Holiday stress and living during a pandemic can certainly create or worsen anxiety. This class is a great way to restore balance. Learn yoga postures, breathing exercises, mudras and restorative yoga postures that help to alleviate stress and anxiety.

Essential oils will be diffused, and weighted sandbags will be used to enhance your experience of relaxation, release and deep restoration. $25. Soulshine Center for Yoga and Healing, 1020 Putnam Pk, Chepachet.

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200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training – 10am5pm. This is primarily an in-person training with COVID-19 protocols in place as needed.

Our sessions at Innerlight may be supported by some virtual sessions. Training provides a comprehensive foundation in asana alignment and anatomy, pranayama, meditation, yoga philosophy, teaching methodology, energetics and professional ethics. The core study is classical hatha yoga. Program graduates are ready to begin their yoga teaching career with confidence. $3,000. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, 850 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. 401-849-3200.

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Gentle Yoga with Jaime – 10-11:15am.

Great for beginners as well as experienced yogis who enjoy moving at a slower pace.

Beginning with a short centering while tuning into breath, followed by a gentle yoga sequence. $15/class; class passes and discounted classes available. Soulshine Center for Yoga, 1020 Putnam Pk, Chepachet.

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Make Your Own Perfume – Blend notes into a personal accord with chemist Cynthia LaBonte. Gift bottles ranging from $12-$65.

Matching organic lotion, sea ingredient bath gels and Dead Sea salt also available: $5-$25. Newport Aromatherapy & Natural Pharmacy, 182 Thames St, Newport. 401846-1101. NewportAromatherapy.com.

Online Basic/Beginner Yoga with Jenny – 10:30-11:45am. Designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of a yoga practice, including basic postures, safe alignment, transitions, breath and mindful meditation. A variety of modifications and options provided.

Fun, supportive and accessible; class geared towards students who are seeking a place to begin. $10. Via Zoom. SoulshineRI.com.

Hatha Flow with Kaleena – 9:30-10:45am.

Classes include asanas (poses) for both stretching and strengthening the body, and incorporates breathing and meditative techniques along with flow sequences. Classes encourage inner exploration and present moment awareness. $15/class; class passes and discounted classes available. Soulshine Center for Yoga, 1020 Putnam Pk, Chepachet. SoulshineRI.com.

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Online Peace Circle – 6-7pm. Help heal our planet through prayer and love. Explore different aspects of peace through music, meditation and poetry, and how to put it into practice within yourself, relationships, community and the world. A trans-denominational gathering for peace. All welcome.

Facilitator: Gina Colvario-Krupka. Love offering. Via Zoom with Concordia Center for Spiritual Living. RSVP: 401-580-5800 or Ginackri@hotmail.com. ConcordiaCSL.com.

Basic Yoga with Christine – 7-8:15pm.

Designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of a yoga practice, including basic postures, safe alignment, transitions, breath and mindful meditation. Class is slower paced, and a variety of modifications and options provided to help students find their expression of each pose. $15/class, class passes and discounted classes available.

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Yoga Sculpt with Elaine – 5:30-6:30pm. A fusion of yoga, Pilates and barre incorporated in a vinyasa-style flow while sculpting and toning your muscles using your own body weight. Focus is to bring functional flexibility and proper alignment back to the body. All levels; modifications always given. $15/class, class passes and discounted classes available. Soulshine Center for Yoga and Healing, 1020 Putnam Pk, Chepachet.

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Yoga for People Who Think They Can’t Do Yoga – 5-6:15pm. For anyone who has wanted to try yoga but are afraid they’re too inflexible or somehow the wrong shape or size. Props, the wall, pose variations and choices about how to do poses, make this class accessible to everyone. Held in a safe space where all bodies are accepted. $15/ class; class passes and discounted classes available. Soulshine Center for Yoga, 1020 Putnam Pk, Chepachet. SoulshineRI.com.

WEDNESDAY Svaroopa® Yoga with Marie – 9:30-11am.

Dissolve your stress and pain with a deeply relaxing, slow-moving class. Poses adapted to your body using blankets, props and gentle alignments. Find ease in your body and a quieter mind. Beginners welcome. Time For You Yoga offers 8 online yoga classes/wk. New student special: $55/5 classes. Time for You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland.

To setup virtual classes: 401-305-5319.

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Svaroopa® Yoga with Janice – 7-8:30pm.

Dissolve your stress and pain with a deeply relaxing, slow-moving class. Poses adapted to your body using blankets, props and gentle alignments. Find ease in your body and a quieter mind. Beginners welcome. Time For You Yoga offers 8 online yoga classes/wk. New student special: $55/5 classes. Time for You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland.

To setup virtual classes: 401-305-5319.

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Floor Yoga Blend with Kaleena – 9:3010:45am. A floor-based practice that consists of a mix of gentle and yin yoga. Yin yoga involves holding postures for 1-5 mins stretching the deep connective tissues between the muscles, and the fascia throughout the body. $15/class; class passes and discounted classes available. Soulshine Center for Yoga, 1020 Putnam Pk, Chepachet. SoulshineRI.com.

Hatha Flow with Elaine – 9-10:15am. Includes asanas (poses) for both stretching and strengthening the body and incorporates breathing and meditative techniques along with flow sequences. Encourage inner exploration and present moment awareness. $15/ class; class passes and discounted classes available. Soulshine Center for Yoga, 1020 Putnam Pk, Chepachet. SoulshineRI.com.

Little Ninjas Martial Arts – 5-5:45pm. Designed for preschoolers aged 4-6. Learn martial arts basics like kicking and punching, while improving focus, discipline, coordination and overall health. Free 2-wk trial; $180/12-wk session. Nick Cerio’s Kenpo Bellingham, 799 S Main St, Work Out World Plaza, Bellingham. 508-594-9246.

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Svaroopa® Yoga with Marie – 9:30-11am.

Dissolve your stress and pain with a deeply relaxing, slow-moving class. Poses adapted to your body using blankets, props and gentle alignments. Find ease in your body and a quieter mind. Beginners welcome. Time For You Yoga offers 8 online yoga classes/wk. New student special: $55/5 classes. Time for You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland.

To setup virtual classes: 401-305-5319.

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Practicing Svaroopa – 10-11:30am. Also Wed 7-8:30pm. A unique hatha yoga. Propping and pose angles help us open into poses.

It allows deep relaxation and diminishes/ eliminates deep internal tensions from the body. Open pricing on a gifting basis. More info, Doreen: NirvanaWellness@yahoo.com.

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Aromatherapy Classes – 12pm. Discover chemical compounds within an extensive selection of mass spectrometer qualified essential oils for health and beautification.

Home, bath, children’s care as well as eczema and pain relief. $20. Newport Aromatherapy, 182 Thames St, Newport. 401-846-1101.

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Calm Connect – 12-12:15pm. Free 15-min original sensory meditation. Via Zoom.

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Online Basic/Beginner Yoga with Jenny – 12:15-1pm. Designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of a yoga practice, including basic postures, safe alignment, transitions, breath and mindful meditation. A variety of modifications and options provided.

Fun, supportive and accessible; class geared towards students who are seeking a place to begin. $10. SoulshineRI.com.

SATURDAY Svaroopa® Yoga with Janice – 9-10:30am.

Dissolve your stress and pain with a deeply relaxing, slow-moving class. Poses adapted to your body using blankets, props and gentle alignments. Find ease in your body and a quieter mind. Beginners welcome. Time For You Yoga offers 8 online yoga classes/wk. New student special: $55/5 classes. Time for You Yoga, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland.

To setup virtual classes: 401-305-5319.

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Hatha Flow with Elaine – 9:30-10:45am.

Includes asanas (poses) for both stretching and strengthening the body and incorporates breathing and meditative techniques along with flow sequences. Encourage inner exploration and present moment awareness. $15/ class; class passes and discounted classes available. Soulshine Center for Yoga, 1020 Putnam Pk, Chepachet. SoulshineRI.com.

Flow & Restore with Christina – 4-5:15pm.

This combination class will begin with gentle warm ups transitioning to a slow-paced vinyasa sequence linking movement with breath; followed by restorative poses allowing for stillness, release and reflection. $15/class; class passes and discounted classes available. Soulshine Center for Yoga and Healing, 1020 Putnam Pk, Chepachet.

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Hypnosis Training HYPNOSIS WITH COACHING

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John Koenig, Certified Hypnotist 401-374-1890 John.Koenig.Hypnotist@live.com Possibilities.Nu Start making 2021 a Great Year with a mental tune-up through hypnosis and hypnotic coaching. Office visits also available with pandemic health safety procedures.

Licensed Naturopathic Physicians DR. SHEILA M. FRODERMANN

Providence Wholistic Healthcare 144 Waterman St, Providence, RI 401-455-0546 ProvidenceWholistic.com

Licensed Naturopathic Physician, Certified Classical Homeopath, and Bowenwork Practitioner. Practicing integrative natural medicine for 23 years; specializing in a holistic and individualized approach towards optimizing health and wellness for women and older adults with chronic illness, chronic disease, and chronic pain. See ad on page 21.

Shamanic Practitioner ENERGY-N-ELEMENTS

Paul A. DiSegna 401-736-6500 Energy-N-Elements.com

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

Wellness Center IT’S MY HEALTH

Marie Bouvier-Newman 1099 Mendon Road, Cumberland, RI 401-305-3585 • Its-My-Health.com

Mediumship MEDIUM AND INTUITIVE PSYCHIC READER Lisa Ashton, R.N. The Psychic RN 401-500-1908 lla24@cox.net NorthernLights.one

Readings by phone or Zoom. You Tube Channel - Lisa Ashton Psychic Medium. 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.

Organic Hair Color ELAYNE HEWITT

Master Colorist/Stylist Riverside, RI 401-273-7005 ElayneOrganic@gmail.com

We provide much more than products, services and education. We provide the tools you need to optimize your health in a comfortable environment. We care. See ad on page 13.

Wig & Wellness DONNA OUELLETTE

Evolve Nutrition & Vitality; Wig Boutique, Safe, Toxin-Free Skin Care and Make-up Cranston-Johnston, RI 401-578-5879 Evolve-Nutrition-Vitality.com Certified in Functional Nutrition. Boutique has a full line of wigs and accessories to help with hair loss, health and wellness products, an 8-wk “Power to Feel your Best” class based on each individual’s needs, essential oils classes and “make and take” essential oil parties. Free consultation by appointment!

A full service green salon that’s Certified Organic for hair color, straightening/ relaxing, permanent wave. No Ammonia, parabens, plastics or Thioglycolates. Call today for an appointment! 50% Off all new clients only.

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Yoga SOULSHINE CENTER FOR YOGA AND HEALING

Kaleena Roch 1020 Putnam Pike Chepachet RI SoulshineRI.com

At Soulshine, we are committed to providing a safe and comfortable atmosphere that allows for exploration of mind, body and spirit.

We are dedicated to building a community that grows and evolves together. We offer morning and evening yoga classes, private reiki appointments, children’s classes and more!

TIME FOR YOU YOGA

Maria Sichel, RYT, CSYT 2155 Diamond Hill Rd Cumberland, RI 02864 401-305-5319 Maria@TimeForYouYoga.com TimeForYouYoga.com I offer private Svaroopa® yoga therapy sessions tailored to meet your needs. I am specially trained in treating pain - including back pain and neck and shoulder issues. Yoga Therapy is more powerful than weekly yoga classes and moves you more quickly toward health and well being.

My students experience pain relief, greater mobility, improved sleep, easier breathing, deep relaxation, increased flexibility, and a deep sense of peace.

Yoga Therapy GO SLOWLY

Jorge C. Armesto, Ph.D., Ed.M., RYT 845 North Main St., STE 6, Providence, RI 781-724-9007 GoSlowly.com Therapy on the Mat: Change how you relate to body, heart, and mind.

Yoga therapy helps you befriend your body, hold difficult experiences with compassion, relieve stress, regulate emotions, and cultivate joy. Dr. Armesto offers individual yoga therapy sessions on a donation basis. Online sessions available. Please visit GoSlowly.com for more information.

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