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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

18 ONE LOVE FOR PEOPLE AND THE PLANET

The Wailers Inspire Through Life and Song by Meredith Montgomery

20 SPARK UP YOUR LOVE LIFE

Natural Ways to Boost Libido by Lisa Marshall

22 FACIAL FITNESS Exercises to Tone Your Face and Neck

by Kathleen Barnes

24 HOW TO REBOOT

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newsbriefs Be Rewarded with Natural Cosmetics When customers of The Willow Tree at Rosie Bluum purchase $75 or more in Susan Posnick Cosmetics in May, they’ll receive complimentary full-size product(s) as a gift. “We love her line because it’s fun,” says Betsey Grady, founder of Rosie Bluum. “Her lipsticks are named after famous cities and her blushes are inspired by famous actresses—Scarlet for Scarlett Johansson, Peony for Zooey Deschanel. It’s a fun way to make yourself feel just as special.” Posnick was a makeup artist for celebrities including Cindy Crawford, Amber Valletta, Rene Russo, Diane Lane, Holly Hunter, Tom Hanks, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Phil Collins and Mary Kay (Ash). When she was diagnosed with skin cancer on her face in 2000, she changed her focus to developing COLORFLO, an innovative natural product offering substantial sun protection and healthy foundation coverage, in a self-dispensing brush. In 2002, she launched her eponymous, streamlined cosmetic line of portable, multi-purpose, face, lip and eye products for women on the go. Susan Posnick Cosmetics are sold at luxury and specialty stores and spas worldwide, but The Willow Tree at Rosie Bluum is the only local retailer. Location: 6A S. Bancroft St., Fairhope, AL. For more information, call 251-517-5626 or visit TheWillowTreeAtRosieBluum.com or SusanPosnick.com. See ad, page 33.

Supportive Movement Class in Fairhope and Daphne Gentle Chair Yoga, taught by Sherlyn Culwell, RYT, is now offered at Soul Shine Yoga at 11 a.m. on Mondays, and at Pneuma Yoga/Movement Studio at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays. The 60-minute classes build strength, endurance and courage by utilizing the support of a chair or wall to experience traditional yoga poses and all of their benefits. Chair yoga makes the practice more accessible to individuals that are unable to stand unsupported for long periods of time, including seniors and anyone suffering from chronic pain, injuries, movement disorders or limited balance. According to Culwell, her classes also increase flexibility, balance, mobility, relaxation and energy. Individual and group sessions are available.

New Route Options for The Good Life Ride The Good Life Ride will take place May 7, featuring 40- and 60-mile one-way routes beginning in Fairhope and two new routes beginning and ending at Tacky Jack’s in Gulf Shores—a 10-mile loop on Fort Morgan Trail and a 22-mile loop to West Beach. The post-race party will be held at Tacky Jack’s and registration includes the ride, T-shirt, food and two drinks. A bike ride taking place every Mother’s Day weekend, The Good Life Ride is organized by The Good Life Foundation and the Alabama Coastal Foundation to support a bicycle safety awareness campaign. Online registration deadline is May 5; day-of registration is available, but shirts are not guaranteed. For more information, visit GoodLifeRide.org.

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Ready for Down Dog on the Water? Dauphin Island SUP is offering stand-up paddle board yoga from 9:30 to 11 a.m., Saturdays at Dauphin Island. All levels of yoga experience are welcome, but students must be able to swim. By combining stand-up paddle boarding with a mix of yoga and Pilates, this SUP yoga class is an invigorating new happy hour with a bottle of water. Certified Yoga Instructor Susan Steber Kangal, says, “Practicing on the board out on the water instead of on the traditional mat in a studio is so energizing, and an excellent core workout. It makes you smile, feel fabulous and enjoy living. Great muscle tone and falling in the water is just an added bonus—try it, you’ll like it.” Dauphin Island SUP owner Michael Wing says, “When I do SUP yoga, I physically feel less pain. I love it because it relaxes me while at the same time increasing my flexibility and strength. The physical benefits have been great, but the friends I’ve made have been awesome.” Cost: Board rentals are $30 per single session or $25 each for two or more. Yoga class is $20 per session, $15 each for two or more. Reservations are required. Location: 411 Audubon Dr., in the Colony Cove area. For more information, call Wing at 251-591-3316 (board rentals), Kangal at 251-209-8914 (yoga) or visit DauphinIslandSUP.com and Facebook.com/SUPYogaWSusan. See ad, page 10.

Reiki Center Finds New Home The Reiki Center of Fairhope is now located at 7 S. Bayview Ave., in Fairhope. “I have been looking for a location like this for some time and was so pleased to find this great space last month,” says Julie E Brent, director of the Reiki Center. The space is large enough to accommodate approximately 10 people for most of the center’s classes and it provides space for private sessions. Since 2012 the Reiki Center has offered Reiki and Quantum-Touch sessions and workshops regularly. The new location will also host yoga classes and a selfhelp reflexology class. For more information, call 251-281-8811 or email ReikiCenterOfFairhope@gmail.com.

kudos Last month, the City of Gulf Shores released its conceptual plan for a $1520 million transformation of the halfmile stretch of city-owned beachfront. Construction could start later this year and features many sustainability and walkability improvements. In addition to a beachfront fitness area and new event-hosting infrastructure— including a year-round concert stage, the plans include a town green, a multi-use pedestrian trail, bioswales, improved bike lanes and streetscaping with vegetated medians for pedestrian refuge. According to the plan, low-impact development features will protect habitat and restore wildlife.

Acupuncture: Natural Option for Women’s Wellness Licensed acupuncturist Patrick Miller, of Bishop Physical Therapy, in Daphne, treats a long list of issues, including back pain, weight management, sciatica, arthritis, headaches, stress, anxiety and digestive issues. This completely natural therapy is also proven to be effective for women struggling with menstrual and menopausal symptoms, as well as fertility issues. “A woman’s body goes through many different phases throughout a lifetime, and acupuncture can bring emotional and hormonal balance to women during all of these changes,” says Miller. For the symptoms related to menstruation, acupuncture can help with mood swings, cramps and breast tenderness. For women trying to get pregnant, acupuncture promotes conception by boosting blood flow to the pelvic organs, balancing hormone levels and thickening the uterine wall. During the stages of menopause, acupuncture can reduce severity and frequency of hot flashes, hormonal imbalance and night sweats.

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newsbriefs Herbivores Unite on the Eastern Shore A new community Facebook group, Eastern Shore Herbivore, seeks to unite and support the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay’s plant-based community. Members are invited to post about vegan-friendly options at local restaurants, share recipes and organize herbivorous meet-ups. This inclusive page emphasizes positivity and support by vowing to educate with kindness and compassion. “Our goal is to unite birds of a feather on the Eastern Shore and offer a safe haven for veg-minded people to be themselves, without judgment or conflict,” says the page’s creator, Melissa Comer, who is a plant-based eater that occasionally consumes dairy and eggs. “I’m not a spokesperson. I am simply a person who has embraced a new way of thinking. But I love to cook and if you need help veganizing a dish, I’m your girl.” To join the group, visit Facebook.com/groups/EasternShoreHerbivore.

Natural Awakenings Family of Franchises Keeps Growing Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp. (NAPC) welcomed five new publishers to its April training session at the corporate headquarters in Naples, Florida. The staff spent several days with these entrepreneurs, discussing the ins and outs of publishing new Natural Awakenings editions in Boulder/ Fort Collins, Colorado, and Delaware/Chester County, Pennsylvania, and taking ownership of existing magazines in Charlotte, North Carolina; Charleston, South Carolina; and Portland, Oregon/Vancouver, Washington. Founded by Chief Executive Officer Sharon Bruckman with a single edition in Naples in 1994, Natural Awakenings has grown to become one of the largest, free, local, healthy living publications in the world. Franchise publishers collectively serve nearly 4 million readers each month via 95 magazines published in cities across the U.S., Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. “Living a conscious lifestyle that supports our well-being and the sustainability of Planet Earth has become more important than ever,” says Bruckman. “Our dedicated family of publishers, supported by local advertisers, connects readers with the resources they need to create a healthier, happier world that works for all living things.” For a list of locations where Natural Awakenings is published or to learn more about franchising opportunities, call 239-530-1377 or visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com. See ad, page 17. 8

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Magnesium Improves Childbirth for Mother and Newborn

esearch presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists has found that magnesium reduces fevers during childbirth, as well as complications among newborns. The study followed 63,000 deliveries from Northwestern Memorial Hospital, in Chicago, between 2007 and 2014. Of these, 6,163 women developed fevers of at least 100.4°F during labor. Of the women that developed fevers, 2,190 received magnesium sulfate intravenously during their labor. Rates of fever at maternity dropped by half, to 4.3 percent, in women that received the magnesium, versus 9.9 percent in those that did not. The rate of newborn complications was also significantly lower among women given magnesium. The study, led by Dr. Elizabeth Lange, an attending physician at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, is the first of its kind to investigate the effect of magnesium on childbirth. “By reducing the incidence of maternal fever, magnesium sulfate therapy may also reduce the incidence of complications in newborns,” says Lange.

Red Clover Guards against Menopausal Bone Loss

12-week study of 60 menopausal women in Denmark has found that red clover halted bone loss and bone mineral density reduction. The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled research, sponsored by the Aarhus University Medical School and Hospital, tested the women over a three-month period. Half were treated with 150 milliliters of red clover extract daily and the others were given a placebo. The red clover plant extract was standardized to 37 milligrams of isoflavones, including 34 milligrams of aglycones. The scientists measured changes in bone mineral density, bone mineral content and T-score, measured at the spine and femoral bone. They also monitored bone turnover markers. By the end of the study, the women in the placebo group had continued to lose bone mass and bone mineral density. Those given the red clover extract showed no such reductions during the study period. In addition, the red clover group experienced no increase in inflammation or blood pressure.

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orean medical school scientists have found that those eating more legumes have a significantly reduced risk of colorectal cancer. Their research analyzed the diets of 3,740 people, including 901 colorectal cancer patients. A total of 106 different foods were graded and calculated to establish frequency of intake among the study participants. The group that consumed the highest amounts of legumes had more than a 50 percent drop in incidence of colorectal cancer. As legume consumption increased, colorectal cancer risk decreased. The researchers attributed the dramatic reduction in risk to the intake of isoflavones, contained in many nuts and beans. When intakes of total isoflavones were calculated, those with diets that contained the highest levels reduced their colorectal cancer risk, by 33 percent in men and 35 percent in women. The researchers reported, “The reduced risks for colorectal cancer among high-intake groups were most consistent for legumes and sprouts.”

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Purpose and Meaning Help Seniors Live Longer

study of 9,050 people by researchers at Britain’s University College of London (UCL), Princeton University and Stony Brook University has determined that a sense of purpose and meaning in the lives of older individuals can significantly reduce the risk of earlier mortality. The researchers called this greater sense of purpose “evaluative well-being”. The study followed subjects that averaged 65 years old at the start for eight-anda-half years. During that period, 9 percent of those with the highest levels of wellbeing died. Among those with the lowest levels of well-being, 29 percent passed away during the same period. The study was led by Professor Andrew Steptoe, director of the UCL Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care, who explains, “These analyses show that the meaningfulness and sense of purpose that older people have in their lives are also related to survival.” The mechanisms for this effect are still largely unknown. “There are several biological mechanisms that may link well-being to improved health, such as through hormonal changes or reduced blood pressure,” he says.

Staying Active Relates to Healthy Hearing

esearch from Johns Hopkins University has found that elderly persons that engage in frequent physical activity have a reduced incidence of hearing loss. The researchers tested 706 people of age 70 or older. The subjects responded to a questionnaire about their physical activity levels over the previous 30 days and wore accelerometers to measure their level of day-to-day physical activity. Subjects were categorized as inactive, insufficiently active or sufficiently active. After testing each participant’s hearing, the researchers found that those in the inactive category, according to the accelerometer data, were 70 percent more likely to suffer from significant hearing impairment. The data produced by the questionnaires alone suggested that individuals in the lowest category had a 59 percent increased incidence of hearing impairment.

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Cotton Hygiene Items Contaminated with Monsanto’s Glyphosate

recent study by researchers at the University of La Plata, in Argentina, has found that most of the cotton hygiene products on the market contain the chemical glyphosate, widely used in agriculture as an herbicide. According to a recent World Health Organization statement, glyphosate is a probable carcinogen to humans. The researchers purchased samples of cotton gauze, swabs, wipes and feminine care products including tampons and sanitary pads from stores in the La Plata area. Dr. Damian Marino, the study’s lead researcher, recounts the results: “Eighty-five percent of all samples tested positive for glyphosate and 62 percent for aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), which is the environmental metabolite, but in the case of cotton and sterile cotton gauze, the figure was 100 percent.” Marino adds, “In terms of concentrations, we saw that in raw cotton, AMPA dominates, with 39 parts per billion (PPB), followed by 13 PPB of glyphosate. While AMPA is absent in the gauze, the material contained glyphosate at 17 PPB.” The research was presented at the 2015 national Congress of Doctors of Fumigated Towns, in Buenos Aires.

Ozone Averts Tooth and Gum Infections

ccording to a recent report in the journal Interventional Neuroradiology, dental practice and research in Europe has determined that ozone therapy can be used to slow the growth of tooth and gum infections. Clinicians are also finding that targeted exposure to ozonated water, gas and oils helps to manage viral and fungal infections, including oral herpes infections. Approximately a quarter of lesions treated with ozone do not reappear. These treatments have also been used successfully on sinus infections and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Using ozone offers advantages over the use of antibiotics, which contribute to antibiotic resistance, according to the report. In addition, ozone gas has been shown effective in eliminating Enterococcus faecalis, one of the central bacteria involved in root canal infections, which can become increasingly resistant to the central antimicrobial treatment used in root canal therapy, sodium hypochlorite, and can thus decrease the risk of continued infection. “Additionally, the bone at the end of the roots is often shown to harbor pathogenic bacteria for many years after traditional root canal therapy has been completed. Ozone can eliminate those bacteria that infest this region and remove toxic waste products that effectively prevent complete healing of the osseous structures,” writes study author and Doctor of Dental Medicine William Domb, director of the Inland Institute of Aesthetic Dentistry, in Upland, California. 12

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The Missing Link: Inflammation and Depression in Women

ntidepressant drug use is on the rise, particularly among women. A report released by Medco Health Solutions analyzed prescription claims data from 2.5 million Americans between 2001 and 2010 and found that 25 percent of women take drugs for a mental health condition. Despite a mainstream medicine notion that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance, medications known by familiar names such as Zoloft and Prozac meant to counter symptoms of such an imbalance may instead be causing a host of known harmful side effects. “In six decades, not a single study has proven that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance,” asserts Dr. Kelly Brogan, an integrative physician, women’s health advocate and pioneer in holistic psychiatry. A study published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry in 2014 reviewed 10 randomized, placebo-controlled trials to assess the effectiveness of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) in adults with symptoms of depression. The researchers from Aarhus University, in Denmark, found that treating inflammation in patients helped decrease their symptoms. Brogan asserts that this approach is the best way to treat depression in women, advocating the use of a holistic anti-inflammation strategy instead of NSAIDs or antidepressants. “A more effective, drug-free approach is to recruit basic lifestyle changes that kick-start the body’s self-healing mechanisms, helping to curtail the symptoms of depression,” she claims. Her suggestions include dietary modification; simple breathing and meditation techniques; minimizing exposure to biology-disrupting toxins that include common over-the-counter drugs; sufficient sleep and exercise. “Medical literature has emphasized the role of inflammation in mental illness for more than 20 years, so if you think a chemical pill can save, cure or correct you, think again,” says Brogan. “Covering over symptoms is a missed opportunity to resolve the root cause of the problem.” For more information: KellyBroganMD.com.

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Feminists Redefine Senior Housing Fifteen years in the making, the Babayagas’ House—a feminist alternative to a retirement home—has opened in Paris. This self-managed social housing project is run by its community of inspired female senior citizens that want to maintain their independence. “To live long is a good thing, but to age well is better,” says 85-year-old Thérèse Clerc, who initially conceived the project as a means of combating the idea that growing old is an illness and that retirement homes are a kind of prison. “We want to change the way people see old age, and that means learning to live differently,” she says. The five-story building houses 25 apartments located at the center of Montreuil, just blocks away from shops, a movie theater and the metro. The project cost just under $4.4 million and was funded by eight public sources, including the city council. Two similar projects are now underway in Palaiseau and Bagneux. Source: Bust.com

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Man-Made Clatter Muffles Nature’s Chorus Kurt Fristrup, a senior scientist at the U.S. National Park Service, states that noise pollution is becoming so pervasive that people are tuning out the natural sounds around them. According to new research, when we leave home, we’re more likely to try ignoring man-made sounds than enjoying Mother Nature’s chorus. Fristrup observes, “We are conditioning ourselves to ignore the information coming into our ears.” The real loss, he believes, is for future generations. “If finding peace and quiet becomes difficult enough, many children will grow up without the experience, and I think it’s a very real problem.” He and National Park Service colleagues have monitored sound levels at more than 600 sites over the past 10 years and found that none were free of human noise pollution. The team’s model of merging data from more remote regions with urban areas gave them an overall sense of the noise pollution across the U.S. Based on their findings, the researchers believe that noise pollution will grow faster than the population, doubling every 30 years. View a map of sound pollution at Tinyurl.com/SmithsonianSoundMap.

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Campbell’s Endorses GMO Labeling Campbell Soup Company recently became the first major food corporation to support the mandatory labeling of genetically modified ingredients and will support the enactment of federal legislation to establish a single mandatory labeling standard for foods derived from genetically modified organisms (GMO). A company spokesperson says, “With 92 percent of Americans supporting the labeling of GMO foods, Campbell believes now is the time for the federal government to act quickly to implement a federal solution.” The company says that if a federal solution is not reached, it is prepared to label all of its U.S. products for the presence of ingredients derived from GMOs and seek guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and approval by the U. S. Department of Agriculture. The company also has pledged to remove artificial colors and flavors from nearly all of its North American products by July 2018. For more information, visit WhatsInMyFood.com. 14

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Farmed Fish Mislabeled as Wild-Caught The nonprofit Oceana reveals that salmon, America’s favorite fish, is often mislabeled in restaurants and grocery stores. They collected 82 salmon samples from restaurants and grocery stores between December 2013 and March 2014 and found that 43 percent were mislabeled. DNA testing confirmed that the majority of the mislabeling (69 percent) consisted of farmed Atlantic salmon being sold as a wild-caught product. “Americans might love salmon, but as our study reveals, they may be falling victim to a bait-and-switch,” says Beth Lowell, a senior campaign director with Oceana. “Not only are consumers getting ripped off, but responsible U.S. fishermen are being cheated when fraudulent products lower the price for their hard-won catch.” Kimberly Warner, Ph.D., the report’s author and a senior scientist at Oceana, observes, “While U.S. fishermen catch enough salmon to satisfy 80 percent of our domestic demand, 70 percent of that catch is then exported, instead of going directly to American grocery stores and restaurants.” Source: Oceana.org

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mily Sommerville discovered yoga in the late 1990s. “It was an inconsistent companion through the years and I was initially drawn to its physical benefits,” she says. Spending the first half of her career in the corporate world of accounting and real estate development, she found herself seeking tools to manage stress. In 2012, she enrolled in a yoga teacher training program which led to an interest in health coaching. “I enrolled in the Institute for Integrated Nutrition in 2014, and then opened Soul Shine Yoga in June of the same year.” The studio seeks to inspire and empower the local community to shine brightly, and the physical space reflects this intention. “I wanted the studio to feel light, bright and welcoming. This has become a second home to so many who come here,” explains Sommerville. “We have some people that come early to class so that they can sit and meditate—this may be the only quiet in their day.” What started as a small community of 10 dedicated teachers has grown to a diverse team of 30, each with a minimum of 200 hours of training. Their individual passions and perspectives allow them to collectively offer more than 40 classes per week in downtown Fairhope, including power, vinyasa, yin, foundations, restorative, gentle, kids, prenatal and hatha yoga. Meditation, specialty workshops, private yoga sessions and wellness coaching are also offered. Approximately half of the schedule’s classes take place in a heated room. Sommerville says, “Like warmth from the sun, our radiant infrared panels heat the body rather than the surrounding air. Because our bodies are made mostly of water,

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this clean form of heat can help the body increase circulation, remove toxins and provide pain relief.” With so many classes to choose from, first-timers are asked, “What do you want from yoga?” The studio is able to meet the needs of every age, body type and experience level and serves students ranging in age from 6 to 84. “Some come wanting peace of mind. Others want strength, flexibility, balance and/or weight loss. Many are watching their parents age and want to proactively make healthy choices. Whatever the motivation, we work with each client to help them find the right class,” says Sommerville. In 2015, Soul Shine Yoga School (SSYS) obtained Yoga Alliance certification, and the school’s first 200-hour trainees graduated that December, certified to teach both vinyasa and hot power yoga. Some students join the training to deepen their own practice without an intention to teach. Others know that they want to share their practice by teaching and are seeking the knowledge and confidence to begin that path. The 2016 training will be divided into two modules—June 11 to 18 and October 8 to 15. “These weeklong intensives allow us to dig deep and allow the students to dedicate themselves to learning,” explains Sommerville. “In addition to powerful personal development work, students will complete the program with an understanding of proper alignment, teaching methodology, the physical and energetic body, yoga history and philosophy, meditation, pranayama and living a healthy lifestyle.” A unique aspect of SSYS is how many teachers play a role in the training

process. Sommerville explains, “Brooke Nisbet (E-RYT 200, RYT 500) and I are co-leaders, but other Soul Shine teachers assist in the training in their areas of specialty.” The Soul Shine experience, like yoga, is more than just a physical practice. “The balance of body, mind and spirit is so important for a healthy lifestyle. Only when we take an integrative approach toward wellness—one that addresses relationships, spirituality, movement and vocation—can we create whole health,” says Sommerville, who incorporates all of these elements into the studio’s offerings. Their retail space features vendors

that give back to the community and/or are American-made. In addition to fashionable clothing that can be worn outside of class, Soul Shine carries a variety of items that foster mindfulness beyond the yoga studio, such as journals, mala beads and inspirational books. Free book club meetings, $5 community classes and Mat by Mat (the studio’s new initiative that provides mats to local groups in need) are additional ways that Soul Shine spreads the yogic lifestyle. As the inclusive vibes, progressive offerings and philanthropic initiatives of her studio foster growth of the Eastern Shore yoga community, Sommerville

expresses gratitude for the many individuals that are by her side on this journey. “I never anticipated how much joy the studio would create in my life. Every day I’m surrounded by teachers and students doing the work of life. They support each other in their practice and they inspire me to do my best. Together we let our souls shine, living with intention both on and off the mat.”

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The Wailers Inspire Through Life and Song

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s the Wailers tour the U.S. this spring and summer, including a beachside set at the Hangout Music Festival in Gulf Shores on May 22, their music will lift spirits and spread the same positive vibes that it has for decades. Together with Bob Marley, the Wailers have sold over 250 million albums, and for many people around the world, their catalog of songs defines reggae music. According to Wailers lead singer Dwayne “Danglin” Anglin, the music is “timeless because it is based on real people, real situations, real experiences. The message of the music and the mood that it sets are the two things that give it a certain uniqueness, a profoundness and relevance that will sustain through all time.” Rastafarianism is the foundation of reggae and the inspiration behind the spiritually and socially driven lyrics in Bob Marley and the Wailers’ music. “We believe in love and harmony and wherever these two things are lacking, Rastafari is trying to instill them,” Anglin says. Their deep respect for the environment lies in an

understanding of the relationship between humans and nature. With a commitment to peaceful interactions between plants, animals, mankind and the natural elements, oneness can be achieved. Anglin describes natural living as the less abusive choice—both to the environment and to one’s own life. “If you pollute the air, then the water will be polluted as well, and if you drink the water, the water will in turn pollute the body, and if the body is polluted then the body deteriorates. It’s a cycle,” he says, “and you have to protect each other and each aspect of the cycle so that all elements on earth can coexist effectively.”

The singer’s peaceful lifestyle involves a natural, plant-based diet. “Plants and vegetables only need natural resources to grow, but when artificial elements are added as mankind attempts to manipulate nature’s timeline, there is no real nutritious value in what is grown, leading to corruption of mind, body and soul,” says Anglin. He notes that a desire for power can also drive manipulation when instead “we should just move as one people and ignore everything that is physical and everything that is visual, knowing that the spiritual is the most important.” Beyond singing about social consciousness, the Wailers help feed thou-

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sands of starving children around the globe. “Music is a universal means of expression, and we are lucky to have a direct line to the people, so we can influence and encourage and inspire people to do good and to live well,” says Anglin. In 2008, the group founded I Went Hungry, a global music industry initiative to help eradicate hunger. Upon learning that a child dies of hunger every six seconds, the Wailers began donating their tour catering to homeless people, subsequently enlisting fellow musicians to do the same. Since 2009, the Wailers have been ambassadors of The World Food Program, spreading awareness of world hunger and generating proceeds to support this humanitarian organization, which serves as the United Nations’ frontline agency for hunger solutions. When asked what song he likes to perform the most, Anglin compares their catalog of songs to a buffet of all his favorite foods. “It’s impossible to pick because I love everything on the menu,” he enthuses. “Every Bob Marley song is so good and so influential and inspirational that I can just close my eyes and choose.” Playing an average of 200 dates a year, the Wailers’ high energy and varied performances feature songs from their extensive discography, including those from Legend, which is the best-selling reggae album of all time. Its 2014 re-release topped Billboard’s Top 5. The set list for a Wailers show is determined by what the band thinks the audience needs to hear. Anglin says, “We pay attention to what’s going on in the world and in the region to put together the best set of songs. It’s not just entertainment—we’re here to educate and to inspire the people.” Currently, the group is focused on the worldwide problems of poverty and separation. Anglin believes that “these things are present everywhere. But to fix a problem, you have to have a solution and we focus on the solution—we want peace and tranquility and oneness in every community. These things should matter in the global view of life.” As living legends of Bob Marley and part of a global influence that spans four decades, it is inevitable that the Wailers’ “one love” revolution will continue to be an inspirational soundtrack for many generations to come. For a list of tour dates, visit Wailers.com/tour.

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hirty-five thousand music fans are expected to head to the white, sandy beaches of Gulf Shores for the seventh annual Hangout Music Festival, from May 20 to 22. The packed schedule, featuring a diverse lineup of artists, is sure to entertain the audience, but what kind of footprint does this type of event leave in the sand? “Hosting a music festival on the beach is unique and requires us to be extra mindful of our surroundings, which include many habitats and wildlife,” says Senior Festival Coordinator Jessica Downs. Waste removal from the beach is a high priority, and this year the festival is partnering with Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) to provide fans with a chance to earn merchandise in exchange for their help with recycling efforts during the event. ADEM also helps inform festival-goers about what items can be recycled, where to recycle them and how to increase personal recycling yields at home. All collected recyclables are sorted on-site and transported to nearby recycling facilities. Last year, the event recycled 48,000 pounds of corrugated cardboard, plastic, aluminum and glass, which reflects an 84 percent increase from 2014. Additionally, 640,000 pounds of sod (brought in for non-beach stage areas) was recycled, and food vendors recycle cooking oil. Downs adds, “Beyond making sure that we don’t leave anything behind, we are very cautious of the way we use lights, so to not disturb or confuse sea turtles. We have an action plan in place should one come onto shore within the festival footprint.” While bottled water will be sold, and plastic can be recycled onsite, festivalgoers are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles, which can be filled for free at water stations throughout the venue. As incentive for shuttle use, organizers offer prizes (such as VIP upgrades), surprise artist visits and live performances on the commutes. For the first time, patrons will be able to ride any shuttle line at any time during operating hours, eliminating the need to select a specific shuttle line when purchasing a pass. “We also encourage attendees to walk or bike to the show from their condos,” says Downs, who notes that bike parking is available at the North entrance. The beautiful beach setting is just one of the many elements that sets the Hangout Music Festival apart from other well-respected festivals across the country. As a result of these conservation-minded initiatives, Hangout’s small footprint helps ensure a sustainable future for years to come. For more information, visit HangoutMusicFest.com. natural awakenings May 2016

SPARK UP YOUR LOVE LIFE Natural Ways to Boost Libido by Lisa Marshall

nderlying health issues aside, a hectic schedule packed with work deadlines, kids’ sporting events and household chores can leave little time for intimacy. Letting that pattern go on too long can become a problem. “There’s a use-it-or-lose-it phenomenon that occurs,” says Dr. Anita Clayton, a University of Virginia psychiatry professor, neurologist and author of Satisfaction: Women, Sex, and the Quest for Intimacy. Despite what hyper-seductive female media stereotypes suggest we believe, in the real world, 39 percent of women feel they lack sex drive, and nearly half experience some kind of sexual dissatisfaction, according to a survey of 32,000 women published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology. About one in eight women are significantly distressed about it. “The truth is, many of us don’t have great sex lives,” confirms Clayton. Sprout Pharmaceuticals introduced Addyi, aka filbanserin, last fall; the first prescription drug to address low libido in women. Some heralded the controversial medication as “the little pink pill,” seeing it as the female version of males’ blue Viagra pill, which a half-million men purchased in its first month on the market in 1998. Yet several months after its launch,

only about 1,000 women had tried Addyi and many doctors declined to prescribe it, due to its lack of widespread efficacy and possible adverse side effects, including low blood pressure and fainting when combined with alcohol. “This is a complex problem that requires a complex solution,” says Honolulu-based naturopathic physician Laurie Steelsmith, author of Great Sex Naturally: Every Woman’s Guide to Enhancing Her Sexuality Through the Secrets of Natural Medicine. “For most women, drugs are not the answer.” She notes that for men, boosting libido is largely a matter of boosting circulation and blood flow to the penis. But for women, desire for lovemaking stems from an interplay of emotional, interpersonal, hormonal and anatomical drivers that make lack of desire harder to “treat”. The truth is that many simple, effective, non-drug approaches exist. As Boulder, Colorado, marriage therapist Michele Weiner Davis puts it, “There’s no reason why a woman wanting a more robust sex life cannot have one.”

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ing pleasure, you need a healthy body.” Carrying excess weight can both erode self-esteem and lead to reductions in a woman’s natural circulating testosterone, a critical hormone that helps ignite pleasure circuits in the female brain and increase sensitivity in the clitoris. Being underweight can result in fatigue and low sexual energy, diminished production of excitatory brain chemicals and low levels of estrogen, key for keeping a woman moist. Meanwhile, Steelsmith explains, excess stress can prompt the body to “steal” from libido-boosting hormones like progesterone in order to make more of the stress-hormone cortisol. High blood sugar can drive down testosterone, while high cholesterol can clog pelvic blood vessels, dulling sensation. Depression, diabetes and thyroid disorders are other major libido killers, says Clayton. “If you treat them effectively, you may see big improvements.” Women seeking to improve their sexual health should first try to achieve a healthy weight via diet and exercise, Steelsmith says. She recommends an organic diet rich in complex carbohydrates (which keep blood sugar balanced), lean protein (a precursor to desire-related neurotransmitters) and good fats (which help keep vulval tissues lubricated). Exercise—another circulation booster—is also key. Do it before a scheduled hot date for even better results. One 2014 study of 52 women found that those that worked out prior to an anticipated romantic encounter had significantly increased sexual desire.

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Many women avoid sexual encounters for fear of sparking a urinary tract or vaginal infection. This becomes more common after age 40, as estrogen wanes and pelvic tissue thins and dries, leaving it more vulnerable to microbial invaders. Because semen is alkaline, it changes a woman’s vaginal pH, allowing unfriendly bacteria to thrive, says Steelsmith. Her advice: Always go to the bathroom and urinate after intercourse, and use natural lubricants, like vitamin E. For some women, she also recommends low-dose, prescription estrogen cream or suppositories.

If an infection occurs, try to treat it naturally, avoiding antibiotics, which can spark yeast overgrowth. Instead, Steelsmith recommends using tea tree oil, goldenseal, or probiotic douches or suppositories, available online and at health food stores. Kegel exercises are a famous aid, involving clamping down as if interrupting urine flow, before releasing and repeating. This not only help fends off urinary incontinence and infection, it also strengthens and firms pelvic muscles, rendering enhanced enjoyment for both partners.

taneous enough,’” says Weiner Davis. “But even if you put it on the calendar, what you do with that time can still be spontaneous and playful.” While most women assume that they need to be in the mood first, research by University of British Columbia Psychiatrist Rosemary Basson suggests that in some women, desire only comes after physical arousal, especially by a loving partner that takes the time to meet her needs. “I wish I had a dollar for each time someone said to me, ‘I’m not in the mood, but once I get into it, I surprise myself, because I have a really good time,’” says Weiner Davis. She’s not advising women to make love when they really don’t want to, but rather to be open to it even when the circumstances aren’t ideal. “A lot of women feel like the house has to be clean, with the kids asleep and free of distracting noises,” she says. “Sometimes, just do it.”

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Research has shown that over time, frequent lovemaking actually causes structural changes in certain areas of the brain as new connections form and sex-related regions grow stronger. Stop, and those areas atrophy, making physical intimacy feel awkward once it’s resurrected. A sexless relationship can also be emotionally devastating for the person, often the male, that wants more contact, says Weiner Davis, author of The SexStarved Marriage: Boosting Your Marriage Libido. “For the spouse yearning for touch, it is a huge deal,” she says. “It’s about feeling wanted, attractive and loved.” In her practice, she often sees couples that are mismatched in how they wish to demonstrate and receive love. Often, the woman wants to feel close emotionally before she can feel close physically. For the man, physical intimacy is a conduit for opening up emotionally. When both keep waiting to get what they want, the relationship suffers. She counsels couples to deliberately make time to address both partners’ needs. Schedule a long walk or intimate dinner to talk over feelings; also schedule sex. “Some people say, ‘Oh, but that’s not spon-

Clayton points out that while 42 percent of women experience either low sex drive or satisfaction, fewer than 12 percent are really bothered by it. “Some women experience great grief and loss about this. They say, ‘It used to be a part of my life and now it’s gone.’” For some in this subset that are unable to find relief via lifestyle changes, she would recommend Addyi, said to boost desire by changing brain chemicals. On the other hand, many women don’t need to take any action at all. “If someone has low sex drive and it doesn’t matter to them or their partner, it’s not a problem.” That said, the benefits of attending to an affectionate, healthy sex life can go far beyond the bedroom, improving overall health and strengthening relationships, notes Steelsmith. Sex burns calories, increases circulation, releases calming and painkilling hormones like prolactin and prompts production of the “bonding hormones” vasopressin and oxytocin. “When you are in a loving relationship and you express that love through your body, physiological changes occur that can help you bond more deeply with your partner,” she says. “The more you make love, the more love you make.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

Five Common Libido Killers Birth Control Pills: Oral contraceptives can boost levels of sex hormone-binding globulin, which attaches to desire-promoting testosterone, making it harder for the body to access it. Antidepressants: Numerous antidepressant medications have been shown to decrease libido, but leaving depression untreated can kill sex drive even more; consider natural alternatives. Smoking: It impairs circulation to genitals. Alcohol: Too much alcohol lowers sexual response. Caffeine: Excess caffeine can erode levels of testosterone, which is vital for driving desire. Sources: Laurie Steelsmith, ND, and research studies

Nature’s Libido-Enhancers L-arginine: Boosts blood flow to sexual organs. Can be taken in supplement form or applied topically. Chinese ginseng (Panax ginseng): Considered a sexual tonic in Chinese medicine for its ability to stabilize sexual energy over time; also used to address vaginal dryness. Epimedium (horny goat weed): Said to stimulate nerves in genitals, support adrenal glands and boost levels of feel-good brain chemicals. Phenylethylamine: Sometimes referred to as the “romance chemical”, this stimulant and mood elevator is naturally released in the brain when we have an orgasm, exercise or eat chocolate; also available in supplement form. Maca: A Peruvian root used for centuries in that country to promote sexual energy, Maca is said to boost production of libido-boosting hormones. Source: Laurie Steelsmith, ND natural awakenings May 2016

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ravity takes its toll as years pass, and many women find themselves bemoaning crow’s feet, frown lines and turkey necks that make them look older than they feel. Experts point to the loss of “fat pads” in the cheeks, bone loss around the eye sockets and cheekbones and overall weak muscles as potential contributors to facial aging. Natural exercise programs designed to reverse these unpleasant signs of aging comprise a new fitness-for-beauty trend. “Face and neck muscles somehow have been left out of mainstream fitness programs,” observes Denver esthetician and massage therapist Grace Mosgeller, who addresses this void with her series of eight FaceFitnez audio and video exercises. “If you tone the muscles of your face and neck, the skin attached to those muscles firms and tones as well, creating a natural youthful look.” Muscular stress—the good kind—is at the core of facial fitness, says Mosgeller. She cite’s Wolff’s Law, a well-known medical theory that bone grows and remodels in response to the tension or muscle engagement put on it. “Regular facial exercise works the muscles to correct the loss of both muscle tone and bone density and build collagen. It might be called the equivalent of push-ups, pull-ups and abdominal tucks for the face.” Carolyn Cleaves, owner of Carolyn’s Facial Fitness, in Seabeck, Washington, near Seattle, a former college professor,

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developed a facial exercise program for herself upon detecting early signs of aging. With the help of two primary care physicians, she designed a routine that includes 28 basic exercises that target all 57 facial muscles. “As we get older, we lose the underlying layer of fat just beneath the skin, and as a result, we look old and tired,” says Cleaves. She agrees that exercising the face actually helps rebuild lost bone, enlarges the muscles and also builds collagen. A study from the University of Rochester, in New York, confirms that loss of bone mass can start in women as early as age 40. It starts in men 16 to 25 years later. Mosgeller’s facial exercises work to fade wrinkles and lines and firm up sagging flesh, yielding visible results in as little as two weeks of dedicated training. She says, “Within six to nine months, it’s possible to look five to 10 years younger than when you started.” Her claims are verified by Dr. Carol Lipper, in Denver, who states, “I’ve done the exercises and they work. The trouble is compliance. It’s a lot of work.” She confirms that she saw improvement in her droopy eyelids after just two or three weeks of adhering to Mosgeller’s workouts. “It seems that every three months or so, I see another leap in results and a younger look,” adds Cleaves of those using her program. Here are a few crucial areas to target, with just a few of these experts’ recommended remedies.

Cleaves’ Crow’s Feet Eliminator: Place fingertips on top of the head, thumbs resting near the corners of the eyes. Shut eyes tightly and slide thumbs toward the temples for a count of five. Repeat 10 times. Mosgeller’s Rx for Droopy Eyelids: Place index finger on top of a closed eyelid, and then lift fingers up and slightly to the outside. Blink hard and hold. It’s preventive, as well as curative, says Mosgeller, so those over 45 should repeat this 100 times a day, while younger individuals should repeat 20 to 50 times a day.

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ur food habits are often just that—mindless, repetitious eating behaviors. Some serve us well; others, not so much. Natural Awakenings asked experts to serve up many doable small changes that can add up to big shifts. According to Brian Wansink, Ph.D., the John S. Dyson professor of marketing at Cornell University and author of Mindless Eating, changing just one lifestyle habit can eliminate two or more pounds each week. By changing up to three habits, we may lose more weight. At a minimum, we will likely improve the quality of the food we eat overall.

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Wansink advises that having the only food on our kitchen counter be fruit encourages healthy snacking. At work, he suggests lunching away from our desk to discourage mindless eating. At restaurants, order half-size entrees, and then add a maximum of two items, such as soup and bread, salad and side dish or an appetizer and dessert. He recommends using a food shopping strategy to fill the cart with better food. With hunger sated first, chew on a natural gum while shopping; it discourages buying junk food. Secondly, habitually fill the front of the cart with produce. “We eat what we see,” he says.

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Consider starting the day with a new coffee habit. Dave Asprey, of Los Angeles, author of The Bulletproof Diet, uses organic coffee, brews with filtered water and blends the hot coffee with a pat of unsalted, grass-fed butter, a fat high in vitamins and omega-3 essential fatty acids, and a small spoonful of a coconut oil that doesn’t congeal at room temperature. Unlike a drive-through latte with sugar and carbohydrates, he maintains that this type of coffee, “makes you feel energized, focused and full for hours.” Asprey takes a biohacker’s approach to natural biologybased ways to maximize physical and mental performance. New York City writer Chris Gayomali tried Asprey’s recipe for two weeks. Although it didn’t curb his appetite, he says he felt more alert and “ready for life.” Upgrading the foods we love is also possible, says David Wann, of Golden, Colorado, author of Simple Prosperity. “Too often, we economize on food when we should be buying the best quality, freshest organic food we can,” he says. Rebecca Miller, who lives near Kansas City, Missouri, took Wann’s advice and cut costs in other ways instead. To her delight, she found that the fresher, better-tasting food prompted her to eat less, but eat better. “I lost seven pounds

in two weeks,” she says, “and I didn’t feel like I was on a diet.” Eating a big salad for lunch is a habit that author Victoria Moran, host of the award-winning Main Street Vegan online radio show, has adopted in her New York City home. She fills a big bowl with leafy greens, in-season vegetables, avocado and a light dressing. “This will set you up for the rest of the day,” says Moran. Pam Anderson, a mainstream food blogger in Darien, Connecticut, agrees. Six years ago, she lost 50 pounds and credits having a big green salad for lunch—one of her many small food habit changes—with helping her maintain a healthy weight, despite frequently testing and sampling recipes.

Food Thought Habits

Doing too much for other people and not enough for ourselves can make our internal voice whisper, “I need comfort,” a thought that can generate overeating. In The Perfect Recipe for Losing Weight and Eating Great, Anderson suggests we ask ourselves what other triggers are prompting poor food habits. Upon reflection, we can prioritize emotional and physical health with planned, smaller, varied, healthy, delicious meals; it’s a habit that works for her. Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D., a psychologist in Lake Forest, Illinois, and bestselling author of Better Than Perfect, assures, “If we fall off the healthy eating wagon, it’s not failure, it’s data.” She believes reaching for the chocolate chip cookies in the vending machine after a stressful morning should be viewed from a scientific standpoint, not via our inner finger-pointing judge. “What are the factors that influenced our decision: stress, hunger or a desire for distraction? That’s great information,” says Lombardo. She proposes that we can then prepare to counter a future snack attack with handy healthy bites, a mindfulness break, a quick walk outside or other naturally healthful stress-relievers. Changing our food habits, one at a time, can help us live better going forward. Judith Fertig is the author of awardwinning cookbooks and blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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upermodel extraordinaire Christie Brinkley looks as amazing in her 60s as she did when she first graced the cover of Sports Illustrated nearly 40 years ago. In a new book, Timeless Beauty, Brinkley reveals her antiaging secrets, many of which involve reliance on healthful foods, a positive attitude, exercise and good skin care. Much of what she’s learned is reflected in her line of Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare. Here, she shares some highlights of how she keeps her mind and body healthy.

Why did you become a vegetarian at age 14? When I was 13, I picked up a book from the nightstand in my parents’ bedroom called Miami and the Siege of Chicago by Norman Mailer. I happened to open to a page with a highly graphic description of Midwest slaughterhouses. What I read turned my stomach because I loved animals and wanted no part in this inhumane system. I swore at that moment I would never eat another piece of meat and have not done so since. For the past 49 years I have enjoyed the resulting good karma in the form of healthful benefits from avoiding the antibiotics, growth hormones and fats associated with a carnivorous diet. 26

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Growing old gracefully is all about the positive energy that you use to power through your day and project to others. Happiness is a youthful quality and a smile is always our best accessory; it’s also been proven to release feel-good endorphins. When you take good care of yourself by eating right and exercising, you naturally feel better about yourself. If we’re feeling down, stressed or depressed, we’re tempted to eliminate exercise, which is the very thing that could lift us up and make us feel better. The more we move, the merrier we are.

Because you also recognize the importance of treating the body well from the outside as well as from the inside, what other practices After I first became a vegetarian kid living at do you apply? home, I soon convinced my family to go vegetarian, too. I read a lot of books to learn how to replace meat protein with healthier choices. Through the early years, as I continued to learn about options, I tried many kinds of vegetarian, macrobiotic and vegan approaches. Once I started modeling in seashore locations, it seemed natural to me to add bits of fresh fish and some dairy; so for the most part I have been a lacto ichthyo variation of vegetarian. I raised my children as vegetarians, and recently my daughter, Sailor, and I took the next step to become mostly vegan. I allow myself a little mozzarella and an occasional salmon dish when my body is craving it, because I think we need to listen to what our body needs. After the environmental disasters of the BP oil spill in the Gulf, made worse by toxic dispersants, and the Fukushima nuclear plant meltdown that pumped radioactive isotopes into the Pacific, I am extra-cautious about the salmon I choose and don’t eat other seafood. I’m lucky that as a model, my career has naturally

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With everything we know about how the sun can damage our skin, it’s crucial to use a moisturizer with a broad ultraviolet spectrum blocker of both UVA and UVB rays to prevent wrinkles and hyperpigmented spots. I created my own skin care line that offers an SPF 30 broad-spectrum moisturizer that also defends against infrared rays [IR], which represent more than half of the sun’s damaging rays that reach Earth. IR emissions also come from manmade objects such as computers and cell phones. Beyond that, I wanted a product that takes advantage of our body’s own circadian rhythms, using special peptides that help the body build collagen and elastin as we sleep and repair. Using a gentle exfoliating scrub is also key, a step many people overlook; I’ve included it in my daily skin care routine for 30 years. Gerry Strauss is a freelance writer in Hamilton, NJ. Connect at GerryStrauss@aol.com.

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hile most American pets live on easy street, with meals, treats, exercise outings and affection provided, the good life also poses challenges—dogs and cats can get stressed. “Basic stress is fearbased. Separation or isolation anxiety requires indepth training,” says JennaLee Gallicchio, a certified separation anxiety trainer who uses scientific and hands-off techniques at her All Stars Dog Training, in Bedminster, New Jersey. She authors a bestselling series that was launched with The Secret to Getting Your Dog to Do What You Want. A drug like Reconcile, the pet version of Prozac, looks like a quick fix, but can bring many harmful side effects. Laurel Braitman, Ph.D., of Sausalito, California, bestselling author of Animal Madness: How Anxious Dogs, Compulsive Parrots, and Elephants in Recovery Help Us Understand Ourselves, estimates that 70 million U.S. dogs are given the same drugs their humans use for anxiety or depression. Considering the potential dangers, such drugs should only be used briefly as a last resort with veterinary supervision to ensure the proper dosage based on age, size and temperament. There are more natural and safer alternatives.

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Add in a new home, baby, another pet or anticipation of car rides associated with fear of the veterinarian and even normally mellow pets can get upset. Irregular work hours undermine established routines. Pet or human health issues, plus household drama, add special reasons to fret. Pets separated from their litters too early can experience anxiety as adults.

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“Let your dog have a space where he can retreat when he’s had enough,” advises Dr. Carol Osborne, owner of Ohio’s Chagrin Falls Veterinary Center & Pet Clinic. She recommends Bach’s Five Flower Formula, diluted chamomile essential oil or a pet-safe tincture of the Chinese herb skullcap for additional relief. Dogs like routine. “Regular exercise helps, including two, 20-minute daily walks. A tired pet is a happy pet,” Osborne says. “Walks can eliminate stress and anxiety by 50 percent for you both.” “Cats need exercise that mimics hunting; cats stare and plan, stalk or chase, pounce and grab,” says Marci Koski, certified by the Animal Behavior Institute and owner of Feline Behavior Solutions, in Vancouver, Washington. “An indoor cat’s prey drive can be met with interactive toys.” A place to climb or hide and a window with a view will help as will periodic playtime catching moving toys; with nothing to catch, a laser pointer’s red dots are frustrating for

a cat and a potential danger to its eyes. “Two of my large dogs were anxious during a three-day power outage,” says Kimberly Gauthier, a dog nutrition blogger at KeepTheTailWagging.com, in Marysville, Washington. “I add Ewegurt, a sheep’s milk yogurt, to their food to calm them when needed.” Clicker training rewards desired behaviors. “Ralphie, an Italian greyhound mix, was protective, but also fearful; before going outside, we’d practice sit, stay and come using a click/treat. Now he sees other dogs without reacting,” relates Katrina Wilhelm, a n a t u r o p a t h i c p hy s i cian and owner of D r K a t r i n a Wi l h e l m . com, in Lake Oswego, Oregon. It works when someone knocks on the door, too. Soothing music covers the sounds of storms and fireworks, counsels Lisa Spector, an award-winning concert pianist in Half Moon Bay, California, who creates the Through a Dog’s Ear

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clinically tested music series to relieve pet anxiety, inclusive of cats. “Although many holistic animal lovers want natural stress relievers, few think of auditory options,” she says. Getting kitty into her carrier to go to the vet isn’t always easy. London’s Simon

Tofield, animator and cartoonist for Simon’s Cats videos and books, suggests making the crate comfy and leaving it out so the cat gets used to it; keeping it out of reach of curious dogs at the vet’s office; and only opening it upon arrival in the exam room. His local vet staff explains more at Tinyurl.com/CatVetProtocol.

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“Stressors for dogs and cats are different. As a veterinarian, I explain situations from the animal’s perspective,” says Jennifer Quammen, with the Grants Lick Veterinary Hospital, in Butler, Kentucky. “I say, ‘From the cat’s point of view…’ As the animal advocate, I feel it’s my professional obligation.” “We bring pets into our world and expect them to adjust. Dogs, in particular, try so hard,” says Spector. They need our attention, shared activities and most of all, our understanding. Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring. com.

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n intergenerational programs throughout the U.S. and in Europe, thousands of “youngers” and “elders” are building bridges that were forged naturally before family members spread out and many retirees departed for warmer climes. Based on a U.S. adult population of 41 million people 65 years and older and 74 million youths up to the age of 17, the current generation gap is already unprecedented. By 2030, those numbers will increase to 72 million and 80 million, respectively, according to the international nonprofit Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation. Along with Generation Waking Up, Wiser Together and others, it’s working to foster better social cohesion in ways that help individuals of all ages lead richer and more rewarding lives.

creates the potential for the kind of lifechanging possibilities experienced by a troubled young man named Harold when he struck up a surprising friendship with a life-loving woman as old as his grandmother in the film Harold and Maude. In real life, “I had the blessing of growing up in an intergenerational family,” says Yvette McGlasson, director of port revenue for the PPI Group, in Pompano, Florida. The 17-year veteran of the cruise industry is a former Holland America cruise director whose career at sea launched her into work as a director of events for age-restricted (55-plus) gated communities such as Del Webb Lake Providence, near Nashville. “As a child, I was told I had to listen to my elders as a sign of respect. The many

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memorable times spent with my grandparents, my mother’s friends and a great aunt who lived to 101, soon turned my resignation into an active desire to spend time with my elders. Their experiences and wisdom were fascinating and I understood that their shared life lessons could prove invaluable to me,” says McGlasson. The experience inspired her to develop a multigenerational “grandparents at-large” partnership with an elementary school across the street from the Del Webb community. The school principal recognized that residents would be valuable mentors, able to fill an emotional void for the latchkey kids of working parents, plus foster a deeper appreciation for their elders among the children. “In this paradigm of mentorship, young people are mentoring their elders and elders are mentoring young people and together, we’re co-creating something new,” says Joshua Gorman, the founder of Generation Waking Up, based in Oakland, California.

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Since launching their first multigenerational initiative at the Shambhala Institute in 2004, partnering across age groups has been at the forefront of Juanita Brown and David Isaacs’ work as co-founders and hosts of the World Café global learning community. “We cultivate collaboration through conversations that matter in order to leverage the unique gifts of every generation in addressing humanity’s most critical issues,” says Brown. Such conversations—in which elders and young people give up the cultural and societal norms and habits that shape so much of their thinking—offer both groups opportunities to discern the possibilities inherent in mutual insight, innovation and action. When a young Clarissa Tufts, program coordinator and family liaison for the SelfDesign Learning Community, in British Columbia, was working on her master’s degree from the SelfDesign

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Graduate Institute, she sought out mentor Anne Adams, a faculty member in her 70s who worked with Tufts for 18 months. “Anne’s earliest statements, ‘I’m here to support you in being the best you can be’ and ‘I get energized by talking with young people and hearing their ideas,’ felt good and let me know that we were both benefitting from our relationship and building something together,” says Tufts. Stimulating cooperation and collaboration among generations evokes the vibrancy, energy and productivity that occur when people cross-pollinate ideas and perspectives. It can also provide a sense of purpose, improve confidence and social skills, create solutions to societal challenges, help resolve emotional and behavioral problems and lift depression, all enhancing productive engagement in life. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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aving regular positive interactions with family and friends and being involved in several different social networks can help older adults be healthier, according to recent research published by the American Psychological Association. This fact inspired the intergenerational living model embodied by Cleveland’s Judson Manor retirement community. Resident students attending the Cleveland Institutes of Art and Music teach older residents how to use computers for email, social media and Skype, with unlimited personal access included among the amenities associated with the affordable housing. These neighbors from different generations also join in art projects and attend movies together. This innovative approach helps solve the housing crisis faced by many cities while addressing social issues of isolation as the young people spontaneously converse with seniors about their studies, activities and other happenings in the outside world.

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ach American discards an average of 4.4 pounds of personal garbage a day according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Half of what we toss can be recycled. A yard sale can both clear out the clutter and keep reusable items in circulation.

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In assembling merchandise from all around the house, make it a family affair, with everyone contributing things to consider together. Before putting any item in the “keep” pile, ask: How long have I lived with this? How often did I need it? How often will I use it now and in the future? Check with neighbors and friends to see if they want to join in a multi-family sale likely to draw more potential buyers.

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Getting the word out is essential. Place a yard sale listing in a local newspaper, either for free or a small fee. Free online posting is available at Craigslist.org and GarageSaleHunter.com. Also, post flyers (on recycled paper) seven to 10 days before the sale along busy streets in the community. On the event day, make sure that

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large, bright signs in the neighborhood lead buyers to the sale. Reuse cardboard from old boxes to save money and recycle signs and flyers afterwards. Cindy Skrzynecki, of Minneapolis, who has monitored the phenomenon, notes, “Shoppers tend to equate the size of a sign with the size of a sale, so a few large, well-placed signs may draw more people to you than several smaller signs.” Skrzynecki says that holiday weekends or weekends that coincide with popular local events are excellent because, “You’ll provide a fun activity for people that stay in town.”

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How items are displayed is important. Here’s how to make old stuff as attractive as possible to buyers. The cleaner the better. Make sure all items are presentable. Make items visible. Arrange a display that’s catchy and organized. Use tabletops and bookcases; even improvised surfaces can work, such as plywood atop buckets. Show clothing effectively. Hangers are better than folded piles that get messy. Does this thing work? Have an extension cord handy so people can test

electrical devices, and provide a measuring tape for furniture and other large items. Have batteries on hand for testing items like flashlights or electronic games. Label things that don’t work and price accordingly for those that know how to fix things or strip parts. Ensure the price is right. All items should be clearly priced via a small sticker; buyers quickly tire of asking and sellers may not recall earlier answers. For multiple sellers, use a different colored sticker for each, remove the stickers as items sell, and use the totals from the stickers to divide profits at day’s end. Use creative labeling. Provide buyers with uses for odd items. Sunny Wicka, author of Garage Sale Shopper, says, “Sales can be made solely by suggesting a novel use.” Also spark the shopper’s imagination by combining art supplies—like old magazines, papers, markers, paints and knickknacks—on a table labeled “Great for Art!” or group household items, crates and blankets labeled “Going Away to College?” Prepare for early birds. Yard sale pros arrive early to scour sales for the best deals. Be prepared to bargain or else make it clear that prices are fixed via a few friendly signs. After the initial rush, consider accepting bargain offers. During the final hour, consider cutting prices in half.

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Summer and early fall are good times for yard sales. Make it exceptional, a place where people will have fun and want to hang around (more browsing time often means more purchases). Play upbeat music, set up a children’s play area and maybe a kids’ lemonade stand as cool drinks help keep shoppers refreshed and cheerful. Consider sharing the fruits of family hobbies such as homemade items, plant cuttings or herbs in hand-painted clay pots and cut flowers. Shoppers appreciate such personal touches.

Arrange for the Aftermath

Arrange a charity donation pick-up beforehand to truck away leftover items. The Salvation Army and Vietnam Veterans of America regularly move still useful items into welcoming homes. For those that enjoy throwing yard sales, consider organizing charity yard sales in the community. Engage a local place of worship, neighborhood association or school to help people recycle their old stuff while also raising funds for worthy causes. Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist is a frequent contributor to Green American magazine (GreenAmerica.org), from which this was adapted. For more tips, visit YardSaleQueen. com/yardsale.htm.

Where to Unload the Unsold Electronics Industries Alliance Environment Consumer Education Initiative—Many organizations will refurbish and donate used electronics to charities and nonprofits that can use them. Those that recycle ancient or broken equipment can be found at ECyclingCentral.com. ExcessAccess.org—This service matches business and household item donations with the wish lists of nonprofits that provide pick-ups. Goodwill Industries—Check the yellow pages or Goodwill.org to find a nearby donation site and store; 85 percent of profits support employment services. The Salvation Army—Check the yellow pages or SalvationArmyUSA.org to find the organization’s nearest donation site (by zip code) or schedule a pickup (click Ways You Can Help); 100 percent of profits from sales fund its service programs. Vietnam Veterans of America—Pickups usually can be scheduled the same week; accepts a full range of household items for use by veterans’ families (PickUpPlease.org).

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ision boards, a powerful tool for transformation, comprise a collage of pictures, phrases, poems and quotes that visually represent what we would like to experience more of in life. Building one works to uncover hidden desires and inner guidance that help clarify the details of a roadmap to our future. Anyone can create one in a few hours. The layout may be intuitive, placing pieces where feelings direct; circles within circles like a mandala; or in titled, pie-shaped segments arranged in the form of a wheel. Board basics: Choose a large piece of poster board, corkboard or canvas the size of an unfolded newspaper. Gather pens, scissors, glue or pins, sticky tape and a current selfie. Gather 10 to 20 magazines ranging from women’s and men’s fashion, health and fitness to hobbies, house and garden and travel, including animals representing specific character traits. Pick topics that resonate, uplift and inspire, energize or bring relaxation. Beauty salons, libraries and community centers like to clear out old issues; an alternative is to assemble images by using a computer. Prepare a space: Find a quiet, relaxing spot, free of disturbances and distractions.

be repositioned or permanent, leaving spaces to symbolize an openness to receiving more ideas. Purpose Statement: Play with words that describe desired values and qualities to eventually shape an inspiring affirmation representing cherished personal aspirations for the year ahead. Place this next to the selfie and other key personal photos in the center of the board and reinforce its verity by daily repeating it. Pride of place: Prominently display the board where it will be visible throughout the day. The more time we spend with our board, the more movement we’ll make toward our goals and the faster they’ll become our reality. Activate: Sit with the board and connect with its opportunities. Visualize being, doing, having and experiencing everything shown, as if they are already an intimate part of daily life. This living, breathing idea grows with us, and a companion gratitude journal can support us in acknowledging our progress. Jayne Morris is the author of Burnout to Brilliance: Strategies for Sustainable Success, from which this was adapted. Learn more at JayneMorris.com.

Mindset magic: Let go of ought-tos, shoulds and musts. Rest assured that feeling the desire to be good, to do good or have something good in our life means we can make it happen, even if we do not yet know how. Flick, snip and stick: Have fun seeing what jumps out and catches your attention while riffling through the magazine pages. Clip and place these images in a pile, and then sort out those that feel really right. Arrange: Experiment with the TheSoulShineLife.com positioning and re103-B N. Bancroft Street, Downtown Fairhope lationships of words Emily@TheSoulShineLife.com•251.225.4597 and images until it feels good. Take a photograph as a reference. Affix pieces either so they can

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Dates and times may change. Please call ahead to confirm. All calendar events must be received by the 10th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. Go to TinyURL.com/NACalendar to submit entries. Quantum-Touch Level I with Julie E Brent – MONDAY, MAY 2 AHA Massage Therapy Program Begins – 5:458:15pm. Start of evening 650-hr curriculum. Includes various hands-on techniques, fundamental sciences, student massage clinic and outreach practicum. Qualified, experienced, compassionate educators are ready to assist every step of the way. Enrollment open through June 1. For more info: 251-753-1937. AlabamaHealingArts@gmail.com. AlabamaHealingArts.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 5

Soul Shine Book Club – 7pm. Everyone is welcome to our free monthly book club at Soul Shine. May’s selection is "The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level" by Gay Hendricks. Eliminate the barriers to success by overcoming false fears and beliefs. Free. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL. Namaste@ TheSoulShineLife.com. TheSoulShineLife.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 6

Nourish You Afternoon Retreat – 12:15-2:15pm. Taking care of others starts with taking care of you. Celebrate the mother spirit residing within us all. Join Joy Larsen, RYT for self-inquiry, breath work, vinyasa and yoga nidra. Energize with fresh pressed organic juice afterward. $25. Advance registration required. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL. Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com. TheSoulShineLife.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 7

Art of the Private Yoga Session – 9-11am. Yoga teachers, excited about the idea of teaching a private yoga session? Feel like you're not sure what to do? This enlightening workshop boosts your knowledge and confidence in leading a private yoga session. Led by Brooke Nisbet, E-RYT200, RYT500. $30/$20 before May 4. Soul Shine Yoga, 456 Morphy Ave, Fairhope, AL. Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com. TheSoulShineLife.com.

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9:30am-5:30pm. May 7-8. This class offers clear easy instructions to use Universal Life Force energy for healing yourself and care for yourself and your friends and family, or if you work as a health care professional wishing to expand your skills. 13 Massage/12.5 Nursing CEs. $350 prepaid, $400 at door. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 7 S Bayview Ave, Fairhope, AL. Julie 251-281-8811. AskJulieEBrent@gmail. com. bit.ly/1Jcp5RI. Wellness Class: Working From the Inside Out – 2pm. Feeling stressed or sluggish? Come learn about an amazing supplement that is all natural, plant-based and has been clinically proven to reduce cellular stress by 40% in 30 days. LifeVantage. Limited seating. Call to RSVP. Free. Wellness Spa of Ocean Springs, 21 Marks Rd, Ocean Springs, MS. 228-209-4090.

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Kids Yoga + Art Night – 6-8pm. Let your little yogis join Joy Larsen for an evening of art, yoga, grounding and fun. The children practice yoga, explore an art project or two and eat a light snack. Grades K-5. Advance registration required. $25/$15 additional siblings. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL. Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com. TheSoulShineLife.com. Group Akashic Reading – 7pm. Discover what the Akashic Records are about in a relaxed environment. A great way to satisfy your curiosity and get soulful inspiration, too, it's a perfect connection with others like-minded, seeking wisdom and guidance in ways both new and old. $25. Soul Shine Yoga, 456 Morphy Ave, Fairhope, AL. 251-517-5626.

SATURDAY, MAY 14

Usui Reiki Level I & II Certification Weekend w/ Julie – 9:30am-5:30pm. May 14-15. Level I provides tools for self-healing, Level II increases your connection with the Reiki Energy while you learn to work on others in person and distantly. Nurses completing this program receive 13 CE hours credit. $300 at the door/$250 prepaid 7 days in advance. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 7 S Bayview Ave, Fairhope, AL. Julie: 251-281-8811. ReikiCenterOfFairhope@gmail.com. ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com/events. Group Akashic Reading – 7pm. Discover what the Akashic Records are about in a relaxed environment. A great way to satisfy your curiosity and get soulful inspiration, too, it's a perfect connection with others like-minded, seeking wisdom and guidance in ways both new and old. $25. Soul Shine Yoga, 456 Morphy Ave, Fairhope, AL. 251-517-5626.

TUESDAY, MAY 17

Grand Opening-Skin Analysis Event – 5-7pm. Bring a friend and come out to our grand opening! Learn about our skin care services and products and get a free skin analysis provided by Skin Ceuticals! Light refreshments, facial/product bundles and door prizes. Skincare, wellness and massage. Free. Wellness Spa of Ocean Springs, 21 Marks Rd, Ocean Springs, MS. 228-209-4090.

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Full Moon Yoga – 7:15pm. Join Greta Bates for a full moon yoga experience. Class includes breath work, gentle stretching, the practice of Chandra Namaskar (lunar salutation) and guided relaxation. Unwind and let go of anything that no longer serves you. All levels. $10. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL. Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com. TheSoulShineLife.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 21

Free Kids Spinal Health Day – 10am-4pm. Think about some of the things that put undue strain on your child's spine: sports, Karate, Play Station for hours, constant texts and school backpacks. Let Dr. Richard Yurick, family chiropractor, check for imbalances. Call 228-216-9163 to sign up. Free. Coast Health and Nutrition, Hwy 49, Gulfport, MS. 228-216-9163. DrVert@aol.com. Psychic Fair – 12-6pm. Vendors, psychics and mediums. Free. Special Event: Mediumship Gallery 6-8pm. Ticket cost: $30 on Eventbright.com or $40 at the door. Daugherty's Gallery, 857-A Downtowner Blvd, Mobile, AL. More info: MetaPhysicalResourceCenter.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 22

Pranic Healing Intro – 2-4pm. Pranic healing is an all natural healing system designed to teach you how to heal yourself and loved ones. Learn about your energy field, how to keep it healthy, create a speedy recovery of ailments, stress reduction, meditation, plus much more. Donation. Mobile, AL. 251-454-0959.

THURSDAY, MAY 26

Energy Share - Lunch Potluck – 12pm. Bring food for lunch and after we eat we will share energy. Reiki, Quantum-Touch or any other energy healing style you know and share it with others. All who just want to experience, please also attend. Come after lunch at 12:45 to share if you prefer. Free. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 7 S Bayview Ave, Fairhope, AL. 251-281-8811. ReikiCenterOfFairhope@gmail. com. ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com/events.

Spring/Summer Market on the Hill Opening Day – 3-6pm. Thur, thru Jul 28. Local produce, baked goods, honey, flowers, soaps, live music and more. Lavretta Park, Mobile. 251-208-1550. SpecialEventsMobile.org. Oil-Ability: Ways to Use Essential Oils – 6:308:30pm. There are many ways to use Young Living therapeutic grade essential oils other than inhalation and topical application. This class will explore the many new innovative ways oils can benefit your wellness. $5. Prodisee Pantry, 9315 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort, AL. 850-380-4943. Calendarwiz. com/YLDeepSouth.

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Reiki Level I & II Certification Weekend – 9:30am-5:30pm. Jun 4-5. Level I provides tools for self-healing, Level II increases your connection with the Reiki energy while you learn to work on others in person and distantly. Nurses completing this program receive 12.5 CE hours credit. $25 additional fee for CEs. $300 at the door/$250 prepaid 7 days in advance. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 7 S Bayview Ave, Fairhope, AL. Julie 251-281-8811. ReikiCenterOfFairhope@ gmail.com. ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com/events/.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8

Soul Shine Summer Kids Yoga Series – 1pm. Jun 8-29. In our fun, playful summer series, children will learn to create an inner calm while exploring yoga through games, music and stories. Taught by Rebecca Washburn, LPC, RYT. Rising 1st – 5th graders. 4-wk series. Advance registration required. $40. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL. Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com. TheSoulShineLife.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 9

Stress and Rejuvenation – 7-9pm. Learn ancient healing techniques that help relieve stress and reduce response to stress in difficult situations improving health, longevity and beauty. Based on the teachings of Pranic Healing. Donation. Mobile, AL. 251-454-0959.

FRIDAY, JUNE 10

Pranic Healing Level 1 – Jun 10-11. Learn anatomy of the energy-body, the 11 major energy centers, their functions, how to feel energy, keep your energy clear and balanced, disconnect from people who drain you, step-by-step techniques for healing yourself, loved ones, plus much more. Call for more info on the cost. Mobile, AL. 251-454-0959.

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AHA Reiki Level I Certification – Explore this powerful energy healing modality by learning how to perform a complete Reiki treatment on others, as well as self treatment. This level includes materials and first degree attunements. Graduates are issued a beautiful certificate with official Usui Reiki seal and may perform treatments professionally. Level I requirements include a one-day training session (6 hrs), plus 12 practicum clinic hours, 6 of which may be performed off-campus. For more info: 251-753-1937. AlabamaHealingArts@gmail.com. AlabamaHealingArts.com.

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sunday Discounts on Supplements – Every Sunday get 15% off supplements at Fairhope Health Foods (251-928-0644) and Virginia's Health Foods (251479-3952). 280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center, Fairhope, AL and 3055-A Dauphin St, Mobile, AL. VA-FairhopeHealthFoods.com. Center for Spiritual Living Service – 10am. Make every step, every choice, every word, a conscious one. Center for Spiritual Living, 1230 Montlimar, Mobile, AL. 251-343-0777. CenterForSpiritualLiving-Mobile.org. Open Table Worship Service (United Church of Christ) – 10:30am. Weekly progressive Christian worship. Gathering in the chapel at All Saints Episcopal Church, 151 S Ann St, Mobile, AL. 251-545-1011. Ellen.OpenTable@gmail.com. OpenTableUCC.org.

Sunday Service – 10:30am. Explore a spiritual pathway with Mobile Unitarian Universalists, 6345 Old Shell Rd, Mobile, AL. UUFM.org. Unity Christ Church Sunday Service – 11am. Tune in, turn on, tap into the loving presence of the Divine at Unity Christ Church. If you desire a nonjudgmental, open, supportive and loving spiritual community, Unity Christ Church of Mobile is here to inspire, uplift and celebrate the Divine. 5859 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile, AL. 251-285-3440. Facebook. com/unityofmobile.

AHA Sunday Yoga – 11:30am. May 8 & 22. Start the week off calm and centered. Energize, align, strengthen, center and de-stress through movement, body-mind awareness and breath. Beginnerfriendly. Props provided. Call/text 251-753-1937 to register. $10 drop-in or 12-class pass for $100. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile, AL. AlabamaHealingArts@gmail. com. AlabamaHealingArts.com.

monday AHA Morning Yoga – 9:30am. Mon, Wed, Fri. Learn the basics of yoga postures. Energize, align, strengthen, center and de-stress through movement, body-mind awareness and breath. Beginner-friendly. Props provided. Call/text 251-753-2037 to register. $10 drop-in or 12-class pass for $100. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile, AL. Alabama HealingArts@gmail.com. AlabamaHealingArts.com.

Group Reformer Class – 9:30am. Catch the wave of classical fitness and start the week right—join Aurelie in the morning for a Pilates group reformer class. Stand taller, get toned and be both leaner and stronger. Please log onto the website to make reservations. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Gentle Chair Yoga – 11am-12pm. Accessible to individuals that are unable to stand unsupported for long periods of time, including seniors and anyone suffering from chronic pain, injuries, movement disorders or limited balance. Also Wed in Daphne. $5. Soul Shine Yoga, 456 Morphy Ave, Fairhope, AL. 251-610-3151.

Chakra Yoga with Manja – 12pm. Join 200 Hr RYT Manja Podratz for a practice that opens, balances, cleanses and activates the chakras through postures, breathing, guided meditation and visualization. Variations are offered to suit diverse bodies & abilities. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Doggie Happy Hour – 5-7pm. 1st Mon. A rescue networking event hosted by My Happy Dog 123. Bring your dog for drinks and live music while raising money for a local rescue foundation. Q&A with local vets. Free grain-free dog treats. Raffle prizes. Puppy photo booth. Free. OK Bicycle Shop, 661 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL. Viviane Hentschel: MyHappyDog123@gmail.com. Facebook.com/ myhappydog123. Yoga Dance Fusion – 5:30-6:30pm. Connect with your inner rhythm and flow through Rebecca’s unique blend of yoga and dance. A fusion of dance styles mixed with yoga and breath will be an exploration of your own creativity and energetic flow. Absolutely no experience necessary. $15 drop in, packages available. Soul Shine Yoga, 456 Morphy Ave, Fairhope, AL. 251-929-4634. Rebecca.SoulFlow@gmail.com. TheSoulShineLife.com. Bridging the Great Divide – 6-8pm. The Family Center is offering this class for parents of teens. It helps prepare and equip parents for having the important conversations needed with their teens. Helps parents see things from the teen perspective. Free. 601 Bel Air Blvd, Ste 100, Mobile. Lydia Pettijohn: 251-479-5700. FamilyCenterMobile.org.

Together We Can – 6-8pm. A Family Center class to help parents build a better future for their children by working together as co-parents. Open to couples regardless of their relationship. Become a team that supports your family's success. Free. 27365 Pollard Rd, Daphne, AL. Christie Brannon: 251-626-1610. Baldwin Families@gmail.com. FamilyCenterMobile.org.

tuesday Yoga with Manja – 8:15am. Enjoy Manja Podratz’s zest and refreshing energy as she puts you back in touch with your body, restores the mind and leaves you refreshed, energized and focused. Revel in the bliss and embrace the joy as you start the day! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

La Leche League Mobile Bay Area – 10:30am. La Leche League meetings are open to all women with an interest in learning about and supporting breastfeeding. Meetings are always free and babies/children are welcome. 251-689-2085. For location information or breastfeeding help contact AmandaLLLMobile@yahoo.com or MeghanLLL@ yahoo.com. Grief Recovery Meeting – 1-2:30pm. This is a Christian-based grief recovery program for all losses. Experienced, professional and compassionate staff members support you through the grief process with the goal of transitioning into a renewed life of purpose and fulfillment. Ascension Funerals & Cremations, 1016 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL. 251634-8055. AscensionFuneralGroup.com.

Green Drinks Fairhope – 5-7pm. Every 2nd Tues. Join us for an informal yet engaging happy hour with like-minded folks. Connect with other progressive people in our area. Brief speaker at 6pm. Open to the public. Free to attend except the cost of your drinks. Fairhope Brewing Company, 914 Nichols Ave, Fairhope, AL. 251-279-7517. MobileBayGreenDrinks@gmail.com. Facebook. com/MobileBayGreenDrinks. AHA Evening Yoga – 5:45pm. Give your spirit the gift of a calming and centering tune-up by improving posture, muscle-tone, strength and flexibility, establishing core strength, refreshing the mind and restoring healthy balance. Beginner-friendly. Props provided. Call/text to register. $10 drop-in or 12-class pass for $100. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile, AL. 251-377-8940. Alabama HealingArts@gmail.com. AlabamaHealingArts.com. Outstretched Christ-Centered Yoga Class – 5:45pm. Also at 8:15am on Wed. Each week Pneuma offers two donation-only yoga classes open to the public. Classes are appropriate for all levels and include a Christ-centered devotion. Donation only. 1901 Main St, Daphne, AL. See website for more info: Pneuma-Yoga-Movement.com. Yoga with Valerie – 5:45pm. Join 200-hr RYT Valerie Mitchell for a glorious yoga experience as she challenges with a strong emphasis on alignment and focus while still calming the mind. Relieve stress and rejuvenate, energize and recharge the body. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

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Please call ahead to confirm dates and times. Sierra Club Meeting – 6-8pm. 1st Tues. Open to the public. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort, AL. Pranic Healing and Meditation – 6:30pm. Headaches, stress, physical or emotional ailments bothering you? Experience healing for your mind, body and soul, with Pranic Healing and/or Meditation on Twin Hearts. We all have the ability to heal ourselves and others. Classes also available. Donation. Center for Spiritual Living, Mobile, AL. 251-454-0959.

wednesday Yoga – 9am. Wed & Fri. Experience yoga with emphasis on breathing, alignment and slow flow. Use of props to support your practice. All fitness levels welcome. Class size limited, call/text to register 251-583-0049. $10. Richard Fitness Systems, 1880 Airport Blvd, Ste D, Mobile, AL. 251-583-0049.

$5 Yoga & Chair Yoga – 9:15am, Flow. 10:30am, Chair Yoga (seated or holding onto chair to practice balance). Beginners welcome. Bring your own mat. Enjoy exercise at every level. Improve balance, strength and flexibility. $5. Fairhope UMC CLC, AL. 251-379-4493. ThriveFairhope.com.

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Positive Parenting – 9:30-11:30am. A 9-week course using the Nurturing Parenting curriculum which focuses on positive discipline and communication with children. Open enrollment is available; certificates upon completion. Free. 601 Bel Air Blvd, Suite 100, Mobile, AL. Lydia Pettijohn: 251-479-5700. FamilyCenterMobile.org.

Free Yoga for Multiple Sclerosis – 10:30am. This chair yoga class is free to participants with MS and funded by the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation. Build strength and flexibility while improving balance and circulation. Fairhope, AL. Thrive@ThriveFairhope. com. 251-379-4493.

Gentle Chair Yoga – 11am-12pm. Accessible to individuals that are unable to stand unsupported for long periods of time, including seniors and anyone suffering from chronic pain, injuries, movement disorders or limited balance. Also Mon in Fairhope. $5. Pneuma Yoga/Movement Studio, 1901 Main St, Daphne, AL. 251-610-3151.

Focus on Sun Salutation Yoga Class – 1-2pm. Singular focus on learning to move through the Salutation to the Sun series for this class in May. Learn to move easily from one position to the next, how to work with alignment and breathing while doing the series. Julie E Brent Certified Yoga Inst. $6. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 7 S Bayview Ave, Fairhope, AL. Julie: 251-281-8811. ReikiCenterOfFairhope@ gmail.com. ReikiCenterofFairhope.com/events/. Kids Yoga – 4-5pm. Children will cultivate inner peace and focus while exploring their creative energy. This class promotes acceptance, mindfulness and creativity in a supportive environment. Taught by Rebecca Washburn. Parents: attend Hot Power class at the same time. $8, packages available. Soul Shine Yoga, 103 B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL. Namaste@ TheSoulShineLife.com. TheSoulShineLife.com.

Green Drinks Mobile – 5-7pm. 3rd Wed. Join us for an informal yet engaging happy hour with like-minded folks. Connect with other progressive people in our area. Open to the public. Free to attend except the cost of your drinks. Alchemy Tavern, 7 S Joachim St, Mobile, AL. MobileBayGreenDrinks@ gmail.com. Facebook.com/MobileBayGreenDrinks.

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Eastern Shore MS Support Group – 5:30pm. 2nd Wed. Eastern Shore MS Support Group meets each month at Ruby Tuesday in Fairhope, AL. Family, friends and caregivers are always welcome. Weezer: 251-928-7606. Rock n' Flow Yoga – 5:45pm. In this powerful, flow inspired class you can move, play and groove to 200 hr RYT Bo Lackey's Spotify stylings that will motivate and challenge. Leave class grounded, refreshed and energized - no perfect people allowed! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Near Death (NDEs) and Related Experiences – 6pm. 2nd Wed. Mobile affiliate group of IANDS. All are welcome to share experiences and support. Free. West Regional Branch, Mobile Public Library, Grelot Rd (near University Blvd), Mobile, AL. 251340-8565. Lbrlumin@aol.com. IANDS.org.

Chill Skills – 7-9pm. The Family Center offers an inspiring four-week class designed to change your life outlook. Learn what fuels your anger and how to see it in a new light. Warning: classes may cause peace. $25/week. 601 Bel Air Blvd. Suite 100, Mobile, AL. Call 251-479-5700 to register for next class.

thursday Gentle Yoga with Emily – 12pm. A stressful morning? Synergy can fix that! Join 200 hr RYT Emily Duhé in the land of "ahhhhs" for a relaxing class to soothe the spirit, calm the mind and replenish the soul - leave class refreshed and focused! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

CUMC Farmer’s Market – 3-6pm. Tues & Thur thru Jul 14. Sponsored by Christ United Methodist Church featuring locally grown produce, honey, seafood, baked goods and other homemade products. 6101 Grelot Rd (Hillcrest Road side of church property), West Mobile, AL. 251-767-7526. Missions. CUMC@gmail.com. Men’s Pilates Class – 5pm. Classes utilize reformers, Pilates chairs and barrels. 2-4 people in a class to insure each client receives the instruction they require. Individual and group sessions are 60 minutes. Call for more time options. Registration required. 2-4 people/class: $30/person. Individual sessions: $60. 4500 Old Shell Rd, Mobile, AL. 251-344-0590. PeakConditionPilates.com.

Movie Night – 6-8pm. Showing a different thoughtprovoking movie each week. Seating is limited; please reserve your seat by calling 228-831-1785. Free. Coast Health & Nutrition, 12100 Hwy 49, Ste 628, Gulfport, MS. Personal Wellness and Self-Discovery Classes – 6:30pm. Every last Thurs. Monthly classes designed to empower oneself to heal, uplift and detoxify the body, mind and spirit. $5 donation for food pantry. Prodisee Pantry, 9315 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort, AL. 850-380-4943. LaurieAzzarella@gmail. com. Laurie.MarketingScents.com. Dynamic Dads – 7-9pm. The Family Center is the site of the Mobile County Fatherhood Initiative. Be the father your children need--A super hero for your super kid! Free. 601 Bel Air Blvd, Suite 100, Mobile, AL. Lydia Pettijohn: 251-479-5700. FamilyCenterMobile.org.

friday Purification Meditation – 11am. Join Betsey Grady from Rosie Bluum in the hot room and purify your body and mind with a guided meditation and creative visualization. Let the heat of the room envelop you as you go deeper within to rest in the calm center within you. $10. Soul Shine Yoga, 103-B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL. Betsey: 251-517-5626.

AHA Supervised Student Massage Clinic – May 6 & 20. School-supervised internship gives opportunity for student practitioners to work with clients in a professional setting and clients to receive quality, full-length healing treatments at a great value. Call for appointments at 11:30am, 12:45pm or 2pm. $25 for 50-min full-body student massage session. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile, AL. 251-753-1937. AlabamaHealingArts@ gmail.com. AlabamaHealingArts.com.

tion to achieve balance and harmony. Call/text 251209-3714 to register. $10 per class, 12-classes for $100. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile, AL. Info@AlabamaHealingArts. com. AlabamaHealingArts.com. AHA Supervised Student Reiki Clinic – See web calendar for dates. School-supervised internship gives opportunity for student practitioners to work with clients in a professional setting and clients to receive quality, full-length healing treatments at a great value. Call for appointment. $25 for 50-min full-body student Reiki session. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile, AL. 251-753-1937. AlabamaHealingArts@gmail.com. AlabamaHealingArts.com.

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saturday Saturday Morning Yoga with Augusta – 7:308:45am. All levels. The movements will challenge you to stay mindful and your mindfulness will allow you to honor your limits without judging yourself. $15 drop-in. $10 students and instructors. Creative Outlet, 66 1/2 S Section St, Fairhope, AL. 251-9285363. HeartStringsYoga.com. Spring/Summer Market on the Square – 7:30am12pm. Sat, thru Jul 30. Local produce, baked goods, honey, flowers, soaps, live music and more. Cathedral Square, downtown Mobile. 251-208-1550. SpecialEventsMobile.org.

Farmers Market – 9am-2pm. Tues & Sat. Farmers market offering direct farm sales to the public. Fresh seasonal produce, beef, pork, lamb, chicken, eggs, honey, jellies, baked goods, handcrafted soaps and local artistry. Open year round. Know your farmer. Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermans Market, 20733 Miflin Rd. Foley, AL. 251-597-5557. MktMgrFoley@gmail. com. CoastalAlabamaMarket.com. Weekend Yoga – 9am. Join Chris M, Emily, Valerie or Angela and start your weekend with a revitalizing and bliss inducing class. Refresh and renew the spirit—bring the joy and zest back as you kick start your weekend! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga – 9:30-11am. The board becomes your floating mat to build core, balance and flexibility under the sun. Reservations required. All levels welcome. Must be able to swim. You only live once--try it you'll like it! Rental $30, Class $20. Packages available. 411 Audubon Dr, Dauphin Island, AL. Susan: 251-209-8914 or Michael: 251-591-3316. DauphinIslandSUP.com. Facebook.com/SUPYogaWSusan. Second Saturday Kite Flying – 10am-4pm. Kite flying exhibition and free kite flying lessons for single line, dual line and quad line sport kites. Free. Long Beach Harbor area, Beach Blvd at Jeff Davis, Long Beach, MS. 228-206-0322. KewlKites.com.

AHA Qigong – 10:30am-12pm. May 14. Explore the healing art of Qigong, an ancient Chinese exercise system that combines repetitive slow movements, focused intention, breathing techniques and medita-

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Patrick Miller, Licensed Acupuncturist 1203 Highway 98, Suite 1-C, Daphne, AL 251-626-7778 • BishopPhysicalTherapy.com

1820 Pass Road, Gulfport, MS 228-357-5574 • LunaBabies.com Facebook.com/lunababiescd

Acupuncture treats neck and back pain, weight management, sciatica, arthritis, headaches, stress/ anxiety, digestive issues, fertility issues, menstrual and menopausal symptoms and more. Experience natural pain relief with acupuncture, chiropractic care and physical therapy. See ad, page 22.

A natural parenting store proudly offering a growing selection of clo th d iap er s an d accessories, baby carriers, unique gifts and other green products for families. Classes and support groups offered regularly. See ad, page 9.

BETSEY GRADY

Founder of Rosie Bluum 6A S Bancroft Street, Fairhope • 251-517-5626 BetseyGrady.com • RosieBluum.com Referred to as the Book of Life, the Akashic Records are soul records, storing all information of an individual, place or thing. A consultation offers deep levels of guidance from the masters, teachers and guides, supporting you in living life from your authentic essence. See ad, page 33.

Licensed Professional Counselor 400 Fairhope Avenue 2A • 251-929-4634 Counseling@RebeccaWashburn.com Experience inner peace and harmony of mind, body, emotion and spirit. Let go of patterns from the past and create a life that honors who you are. Children, teens and adults welcome. Insurance accepted.

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CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY KRISTEN KELLY, LMT

Rosie Bluum 6A South Bancroft Street, Fairhope, AL 251-599-5943 • 251-517-5626 Offering Chinese Craniosacral Therapy, a subtle blend of Chinese meridian therapy and craniosacral energy work, that indirectly approaches physical and psychological imbalances. This experience teaches your body to use its own bioelectric immune system. See ad, page 33.

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IAOMT Protocol 225 West Laurel Avenue, Foley, AL 251-943-2471 • DrDaytonHart.com Free book for new patients: Mercury Free Dentistry. Offering ozone; laser (nosuture) gum surgery; testing for compatible materials and cavity-causing bacteria; examine for gum disease and bacteria; laser cavity diagnoses; saliva pH check; oral galvanic screening; no fluoride.

ESSENTIAL OILS LAURIE AZZARELLA YL #327923 Daphne, AL • 850-380-4943 LaurieAzzarella@gmail.com Laurie.MarketingScents.com

Experience the healing, uplifting and detoxifying benefits of authentic, genuine therapeutic grade essential oils and supplements. Contact us for personal Zyto Wellness readings and wholesale privileges. Wellness classes last Thursday of the month at Prodisee Pantry.See ad, page 11.

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Utilizing feng shui principles, let us create an organized and productive space that reflects who you are while enhancing your life, personally and professionally. It's about more than aesthetics— holistically designed spaces are conducive to an effortless life. See ad, page 15.

FOOD & NUTRITION COAST HEALTH & NUTRITION

12100 Highway 49, Suite 628, Gulfport, MS 228-831-1785 CoastHealthAndNutrition.com

GEMS & CRYSTALS THE BODHI TREE

Located at the Tanger Outlet 2601 South McKenzie Street, Foley, AL 251-600-9414 • BodhiTree.Rocks The Bodhi Tree (pronounced / BŌ DĒ/) is a cultural crystal shop fit for both enlightened masters and those who aren't sure what "metaphysical" means. We carry the largest selection of crystals in Alabama. You are loved! See ad, page 3.

Local health food store and wellness center to support your healthy lifestyle: natural and organic options for food, supplements, cleaning supplies and skincare. Chiropractic care, massage therapy and essential oil counseling also available. See ad, page 13.

FAIRHOPE HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ

280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center 251-928-0644 • Café: 251-929-0055 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com Comprehensive health food store and organic café serving the public for 40 years. Extensive supplement selection; organic groceries, produce and meats; bath and body products; bulk spices and herbs; pet supplies; baby products and more. Monthly product specials. See ad, back cover.

THE HEALTH HUT

680 S. Schillinger, Mobile, AL: 251-633-0485 (Across from Home Depot) 6845 Hwy 90, Daphne, AL: 251-621-1865 (Across from Fresh Market) For 30 years The Health Hut has been the go-to place for high quality, whole-food vitamins, herbs and sport supplements at great prices. Service-oriented, knowledgeable staff. See ad, page 23.

VIRGINIA’S HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ II 3055 A Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL 251-479-3952 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

Comprehensive health food store and organic café serving the public for 40 years. Extensive supplement selection; organic groceries, produce and meats; bath and body products; bulk spices and herbs; pet supplies; baby products and more. Monthly product specials. See ad, back cover.

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THE WILLOW TREE AT ROSIE BLUUM 6A South Bancroft Street, Fairhope, AL 251-517-5326 or 251-751-6945 TheWillowTreeAtRosieBluum.com

Offering gifts and services that nurture your spirit. Books, card decks, essential oils, Bach Flower Remedies, crystals, salt lamps, incense and organic clothing. Local art, jewelry, honey, soaps and candles. See ad, page 33.

HEALING ARTS PRANIC HEALING IN MOBILE Deana Lannie 251-454-0959

Free healing nights and group meditations every Tuesday. Pranic Healing classes and the advanced technique of Superbrain Yoga. See ad, page 15.

HOLISTIC WELLNESS EMILY SOMMERVILLE, RYT

Certified Health Coach Emily@TheSoulShineLife.com • 205-478-4287 TheSoulShineLife.com Increase energy and manage stress by finding balance in a life that lets your soul shine. Find true health and vibrancy by fueling your body with clean, nutritious foods. Free initial consultation.

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MASSAGE THERAPY JEN ADAMS, LMT

22787 US 98, Building D, Suite 5, Montrose 251-616-4201 • JenAdamsLMT.info JenAdams.Massage@gmail.com Unique massage technique that is gentle enough for the severest sufferers of pain and deep enough for the most rigorous of athletes. 14 years experience in the bodywork and natural wellness field. See ad, page 13.

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An informal yet engaging happy hour with likemobile bay minded folks every second Tuesday in Fairhope and every third Wednesday in Mobile. Connect with other progressive people in our area. Sponsorship, speaker and catering opportunities available. See ad, page 32.

A tea shop offering premium tea, herbs and tea accessories from around the world. Uplift your energy and spirit and experience all the healthy benefits of tea. (Location: corner of Highways 64 and 181).

Fairhope & Mobile • 251-279-7517 MobileBayGreenDrinks@gmail.com Facebook.com/MobileBayGreenDrinks

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Experience yoga's benefits with the support of a chair and build strength, endurance and courage. Accessible to seniors and anyone suffering from chronic pain, injuries, movement disorders or limited balance. See ad, page 11.

HEALING ACRES

JULIE E BRENT, RMT, MA

Energy Healing Educator In Fairhope, AL by appt: 251-281-8811 AskJulieEBrent@gmail.com JulieEBrent.com • ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com Take the time for yourself with someone who values you. Julie is experienced in offering help with mind, body, spirit. Reiki, yoga, reflexology, Law of Attraction coach, conscious channel and teacher.

NATURAL PRODUCTS DAVID'S GALLERY

809 Gulf Shores Parkway Gulf Shores, Alabama 36542 251-948-7862 Offering cannabidiol (CBD), a natural remedy for anxiety, insomnia, pain, etc. CBD products in 11 different forms, plus essential oils and kratom available. Your one stop alternative shop. Mention this ad for 10% discount. See ad, page 22.

10025 County Road 64, Ste. 1, Daphne, AL 251-391-0109 • ZenTeaFairhope@gmail.com LivingZenTea.com Facebook.com/zenteafairhope

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GENTLE CHAIR YOGA Sherlyn Culwell, RYT Fairhope and Daphne, AL 251-610-3151

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A Wellness Spa specializing in oncology skincare. Also offering digital skin analysis, facials, waxing and microdermabrasion. Wellness coaching available. Everything you need to know to accomplish good health, skincare and wellness. See ad, page 23.

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