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Your Teen Why do adolescents

often talk to their friends instead of their parents? by Henry Drake, MA, LPC

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20 A CONVERSATION WITH ELIZABETH GILBERT Author of Eat, Pray, Love–

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25 BACK-TO-SCHOOL SEPARATION ANXIETY Restoring and

Maintaining Calm

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contact us Wow, has the summer flown by! I must be getting older because time really does seem to have sped up. In honor of back-to-school days, our feature article, “Democracy in Action: Educating Students to Think, Create, Initiate” (page 16), by Lisa Marshall, discusses new and old concepts of schooling. What most impresses me is the high career satisfaction reported by graduates of open schooling, Waldorf schooling, and other alternative education approaches. We’re lucky to have lots of options here on the Front Range to best meet the individual academic needs of our kids. Our children’s education continues outside the four classroom walls, of course. All of us, parents and nonparents alike, can be terrific role models as lifelong learners pursuing our interests and passions—and encouraging young people to explore their own, to learn more about what really lights them up. Sometimes, though, it may seem like today’s youth are only passionate about their friends, their cell phones, and spending as little time as possible with their parents. Local adolescent and family therapist Henry Drake offers some smart tips to “Tune In to Your Teen” (page 15)—strategies you’ll find enlightening even if you don’t have kids. Many Boulder residents raise babes of the four-legged-canine variety. On page 25, learn about reducing separation anxiety for Fido when you have to go to work, school, or away on vacation. Speaking of which, summer vacation is almost over! Though most of us work year-round, there’s something relaxing and restorative about light-filled summer evenings and warm, starry nights—something a little bit magical no matter how fast they go. May you seize these fleeting summer days!

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newsbriefs New Song Benefits Habitat Affected by Gulf Oil Spill

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he Gulf oil spill, unimaginably tragic, has generated intense emotions for many of us, from sadness to anger to helplessness—or all of the above. Now that the leak has been sealed, what can we do, as individuals, to help heal this environmental disaster? Musical duo Wilderland answers the call by releasing their new song, “Fragile Day,” and donating 100% of the download sales to three charities helping the affected habitat: The Gulf Restoration Network, EarthShare, and the WILD Foundation. Heralding from the mountains of Ashland, Oregon, Wilderland features singer-songwriters Scott Blum and Kat Sanchez. Blum, a music-industry veteran who worked as a multimedia producer for Peter Gabriel, Soundgarden, and many others, balances the exquisite vocal stylings of Sanchez, a former member of a wide range of local bands. After writing several original songs, Blum and Sanchez began collaborating with renowned underground DJ and multi-instrumentalist Rara Avis (Desert Dwellers, Shaman’s Dream) to realize their musical vision. During these studio sessions, while “Fragile Day” was being worked on, the Gulf oil spill happened; and, when explaining the song’s lyrics to Avis, Blum realized that a powerful synchronicity was afoot. One of the song’s lyrics, written nearly two years prior, is “Fish are dimming while they’re swimming / Blackened ocean of foam.” Also touched by this environmental tragedy, music industry superstars Toby Wright (Grammy Award-winning producer of Alice in Chains, Korn, and 3 Doors Down) and Stephen Marcussen (mastering engineer for the Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder, Seal, Cher, and Paul McCartney) both contributed their expertise to this worthwhile project. Two versions of “Fragile Day” are available for download at FragileDay.com.

Local Organizations Launch Buy into Boulder Campaign

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he City of Boulder, the Boulder Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Boulder, the Boulder County Independent Business Alliance (BIBA), and the Twenty-Ninth Street and University Hill shopping districts have launched BuyintoBoulder.com to promote Buy into Boulder, a campaign to keep our hard-earned cash in our community. Buy into Boulder was introduced during last year’s holiday season to encourage citizens to spend locally rather than shop online or outside of Boulder. The new website will serve as a hub of information, with store listings, store discounts, event calendars, and articles about local businesses.

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newsbriefs “If you live, work or play in Boulder, not only does buying here support our community but the programs and services it provides helps our town maintain a sustainable and enhanced quality of life,” says Liz Hanson, Economic Vitality Coordinator at the City of Boulder. “Retail sales taxes will make up approximately 32 percent of Boulder’s 2010 budget, as sales tax collections have been on the decline and tax revenues are not keeping pace with the cost of services provided,” Hanson adds. Boulder Chamber President and CEO Susan Graf agrees: “Spending dollars in your own community helps create a strong local economy by retaining jobs in your city, keeping police, fire and emergency services strong, maintaining local roads, and possibly reducing your carbon footprint with less driving.” For more informati on, including related articles on buying locally, visit BuyintoBoulder.com. Follow updates on Twitter @buyboulder.

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Inspiring Transformation that Heals the World

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xquisite Wellness has launched three new programs to bring clients back into balance in all areas of their health: body, earth, mind, spirit, and community. Ann Gibson, founder and Visionary Nutrition and Life Coach, describes her driving mission this way: To generate a movement of exponential healing for changemakers who are done settling and are ready to get on with the work they’re here to do in the world. Change-makers can now enroll in the Visionary Nutrition Series, the monthly “Shape-Shift Teleseries: Hot Topics to Thrive in a Changing World” (the next call is scheduled for Tuesday, August 24, at 7:00 PM), and a Private VIP Coaching program, which, if six months or longer, will earn a scholarship for a “Pay It Forward” Trip. “In a time when the world is changing faster than most people can keep up with and a new paradigm is manifesting in just about every aspect of human life,” Gibson says, “my vision is to empower people—those who are feeling the shift and awakening to their call—to live a fulfilling life that gives back big to themselves, to others, to the planet.” For all program details and a free MP3 download of “Today’s #1 Secret to Balance Your Sexy, Strong, Spiritual Self in a Changing World!” visit ExquisiteWellness.com.

Local Company Launches Chicken Coop for Urban Backyards

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hree University of Colorado students have launched Colorado Chicken Coops, a socially responsible business aimed at empowering individuals to grow food in their backyard. The venture utilizes a modern chicken-coop design to integrate backyard chickens into mainstream urban and suburban life. While backyard hens are legal in Boulder, some surrounding communities have bans or require permits that are difficult to obtain. Books and documentaries born from the local- and organic-food movements have been educating the public about the benefits. Jeff Troutman, a 2010 graduate of CU’s College of Architecture and Planning, originally designed the coop in the fall of 2009 as an independent-study project with instructor Rob Pyatt. Made through a digital fabrication process, the coop is designed to “flat-pack” and ship to customers as a self-assembly kit that slots together. Troutman’s coop was subsequently exhibited for three months this winter at the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art alongside many other student chicken-coop designs. In its April 2010 issue, Architectural Record featured an article about the student projects and Troutman’s design in particular. Since then, fellow 2010 Architecture and Planning graduate Dustin Buck has worked with him to streamline the design, and, teaming up with senior Environmental Engineering student Eric Millinger, they formed their new sustainable-business venture. It was Millinger’s experience with Engineers Without Borders, creating a social enterprise involving high-efficiency cook stoves in Rwanda, that led Troutman and Buck to him. This past June, Colorado Chicken Coops received a start-up grant from Ashoka’s Youth Venture—which funds sustainable youth-led social enterprises—in collaboration with CU’s Sustainable Venture Incubator. The stylish and practical chicken coops retail at $1200 and can be ship anywhere in the United States. A matching 4’x8’ run can be purchased as an add-on for $100. Both are available at ColoradoChickenCoops.com.

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Quantum Breath Meditation and Wellness Guide Premieres Yoga with Yogi Amrit Desai Next Month

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ant to know ancient secrets that take you into the deepest levels of meditation like a seasoned master? Or experience a paradigm shift that effortlessly quiets your mind and draws you into the innermost core of your Being? Learn the Amrit Method, a meditative approach to yoga, from its pioneer, world-renowned master of yoga and meditation Amrit Desai, at the Shambhala Mountain Center in Red Feather Lakes, CO, from Friday through Sunday, September 3–5. The uniqueness of this technique is that it opens the door for your restless mind to instantly enter a deeper, integrative state. Program sessions include all-level yoga to open and relax the physical body; Yoga Nidra, the deep sleep of the Yogis, where all doing stops; and Quantum Breath Meditation, which helps decrease stress-related health problems, such as anxiety, depression, fatigue and insomnia. This combination initiates shifts from the deepest core of your being, taking you into the Zero Stress Zone, where self-healing, miracles and spiritual unfolding occur spontaneously. Instantly silencing the mind, it frees up prana trapped in the shadow of unconsciousness and turns it into light in the third eye. This technique is specifically designed to take you to an integrative, unified state of being that you can incorporate into any other discipline: yoga, Pilates, dance, music or sports. Unless you experience this directly, you’ll never know what you’re missing! For more information or to register, visit ShambhalaMountain.org/programs.

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Participate in Boulder’s First Tour de Coops

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n Sunday, September 5, Boulder will hold its first annual biking tour of backyard chicken coops, edible gardens, and beehives, modeled after the brainchild of Betsy Burton, operator of the Lyons Farmette, who launched the first Lyons Tour de Coops last September, featuring 14 backyard coops. Backyard gardens and “edible estates” are popping up in neighborhoods around the country. Most folks think that producing their own food means growing fruits and vegetables in their backyard, patio, and community garden; but if you’re an ovo-vegetarian, or you just really enjoy eggs, the next step in backyard self-sufficiency is chicken-raising. The Tour de Coops is a great opportunity to learn more

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he ClimateSmart Commercial Loan Program, providing funding for energy-efficient and renewable-energy improvements, has extended its application deadline to Monday, August 23. Eligible are all commercial and institutional properties, including nonprofits; apartment buildings; small manufacturing facilities; and multi-family, low-income, and/or elderly housing complexes. For more details and a list of eligible measures, visit bouldercounty.org/bocc/ cslp/CSLP_Commercial.html.

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about this venture by visiting a number of coops and talking with the people who keep them. It will include an Eat Local Challenge organized by Transition Boulder County.

News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

The Boulder Tour de Coops is looking for more people who are willing to open their chicken coop for the tour. To learn more about the Tour de Coops or to include your coop in it, email Laura@ YummyYards.org. For more information about the Eat Local Challenge, visit TransitionBoulderCounty.org.

Infant Morality Psychologists Find Babies Know Right from Wrong

New research counters the prevailing theory that babies arrive in this world as a blank slate. Research using mini puppet plays at Yale University’s Infant Cognition Center in Connecticut shows that infants between six and 10 months old can consistently differentiate between helpful and unhelpful behaviors, indicating that humans are born with innate moral judgment. “Some sense of good and evil seems to be bred in the bone,” says Paul Bloom, a professor of psychology who led the study.

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Gulf Aid

Text-Message Giving Helps Rescue Oil-Soaked Wildlife In a recent Cone marketing agency survey, 19 percent of Americans said that they would rather text a donation to a nonprofit than make a donation in any other way, and the method is particularly popular among youth. It’s a fundraising tool now on the radar of every major U.S. charity, according to Christian Zimmern, co-founder of the nonprofit Mobile Giving Foundation (MGF). Zimmern notes that “we have 260 million cell phones in the United States,” while The New York Times reports that almost 90 percent of U.S. households now have a cell phone. He points out that this means that givers need not be a member of any online pay system, nor use a credit card; “You just need your phone.” MGF first qualifies charities, then facilitates a coordinated link with telecommunications carriers. The latest pressing cause to benefit from text-message giving are rescue operations for 400 species of wildlife from the life-threatening effects of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Birds, fish, reptiles and marine mammals urgently need help. The National Wildlife Federation (nwf.org) is asking cell phone users to text “Wildlife” to 20222 to donate $10 to try to save the animals. Source: The Christian Science Monitor. Details at NWF.org/Oil-Spill/Ways-toHelp/Mobile-Giving.aspx.

Teachers’ Aid

Good Samaritans Boost the Quality of Classroom Teaching Despite billions of federal stimulus dollars allocated for qualifying schools this year, tens of thousands of teachers are flocking to online charities like AdoptAClassroom.org, DonorsChoose. com, ILoveSchools.com and SupportYourTeacher.org for help in securing essential classroom tools and supplies. Needed items range widely, from books and calculators to paper, pencils and microscope slides. In many districts, school budgets cannot cover the cost of all the classroom supplies needed, so a teacher will pay several hundred dollars a year from his or her own pocket to keep the classroom equipped. Given today’s pay freezes, job insecurity and school program cuts, individual donors are stepping up to widen the circle of support and fill a local teacher’s specified wish list, reports Judy McClellan, spokesperson for another teacher help site, GoldStarRegistry.com. Donations of extra office equipment and household art materials are also welcome. www.NaturalAwakeningsBoulder.com

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Great Websites for Any Age Googling Yahoo’s “Yahooligans for kids,� and the Association for Library Service to Children’s “2010 notable children’s books� pulls up wonderful websites, as does visiting MyYoungChild.org, for its listen-along children’s stories that build values, but how do families always know which Internet resources to trust? Sometimes it’s hard to tell what’s safe, where the hidden treasures are and what’s a waste of time. The American Library Association has published How to Tell if You Are Looking at a Great Web Site to help. Great sites share meaningful and useful content that educates, informs or entertains in a way that is appropriate to their stated purpose; they both enrich the user’s experience and expand the imagination. The best sites have personality and strength of character, are easy to use, and will not require the user to pay a fee or type in personal information in order to use them. It’s important that the primary website and any linked site clearly note its sponsors and authors, who will both invite and respond to guest comments and suggestions. A great site will not knowingly violate copyright or other laws, and will not list, link to, or recommend resources that do. For details visit http://bit.ly/b11Udo.

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Humane Youth

Compassion for Animals Aids Diet Changes

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now estimates that one in 200 children is a practicing vegetarian, according to the parents polled. FoxNews.com also reports that earlier surveys suggest the rate of vegetarianism among older teens could be four to six times that of younger children, because teens have more control over what they eat. Animal welfare, rather than health, is cited most often as to why kids stop eating meat.

25th Anniversary International Youth Day is August 12

Transcontinental Run

National Campaign Introduces Naturopathy to America Doctors, medical students, patients and other advocates of naturopathic medicine from 50 states are planning a public education campaign that will take to the streets July 17, 2011, for a 3,250-mile run from San Francisco to Bridgeport, Connecticut, by way of Washington, D.C., and New York City. Former transcontinental runner and founder of the R.U.N., Dr. Dennis Godby, intends that the four-month-long event will familiarize citizens with natural medicine and move them to demand access to and state licensing of doctors of natural medicine.

This year United Nations International Year of Youth activities will focus on dialogue and mutual understanding in order to advance the full and effective participation of youth in all aspects of society. Info: Social.UN.org/youthyear

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globalbriefs Kindergarten Crisis

Why Children Need to Play in School

Guardian Angel by John Fitzgibbon Though a small-town Midwesterner, John Fitzgibbon’s extensive travels have profoundly influenced his work. His ready imagination is triggered by a variety of subjects, which he imbues with depths of emotion rendered in subtle brushstrokes of saturated color. Depicting two sisters having fun at a fair, this evocative watercolor captures a heartwarming moment of connection—the older sister is keeping a close watch on the younger one, and is her guardian angel. “My purpose is to make people aware,” says Fitzgibbon. “This awareness can be something as ordinary as a small flower or a basket of fruit. It really doesn’t matter, as long as people can appreciate what they are seeing as though for the first time. My goal is not to represent, but to re-present to the viewer ordinary things in an extraordinary way.” John Fitzgibbon works in oils, acrylics and watercolors, painting people, landscapes and still lifes. A gallery of his work can be seen at his website, JohnFitzgibbon.com. Contact the artist at JohnFitzgibbon@sbcglobal.net.

Time for play in most public kindergartens has dwindled to the vanishing point, replaced by lengthy lessons and standardized testing, according to three recent studies released by the nonprofit Alliance for Childhood. This group of advocates for children reports that classic play materials have largely disappeared from the 268 full-day conventional classrooms studied. Authors of the research hail from the University of California, Los Angeles, Long Island University and Sarah Lawrence College, in New York. In sounding the warning about the potential intellectual, social and physical repercussions of this widespread educational policy on childhood development, they also point to the academic success associated with play-based schooling in other countries. Students in China and Japan, often heralded for their aptitudes in science, technology, engineering and math, enjoy a play-based experiential approach to school until second grade. Children in Finland, who don’t begin formal schooling until age 6, consistently achieve the highest score on international exams. For more information visit AllianceForChildhood.org.

Report Card

Students Like to Pick Green Colleges In The Princeton Review’s latest College Hopes & Worries Survey, 68 percent of students said they value having information about a college’s commitment to the environment. From a pool of almost 700 U.S. colleges and universities, the organization identified the country’s 371 exemplary green colleges of 2010 (up from 286 in 2009). Key criteria include a healthy and sustainable quality of life on campus, preparation for employment in a world facing environmental challenges and overall commitment to environmental issues. Fifteen institutions made the 2010 honor roll. The role models setting the standard are in Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont and Washington. The Sustainable Endowments Institute, too, offers its College Sustainability Report Card. This in-depth eco-profile for 332 colleges in the United States and Canada also evaluates how each profiled institution invests its endowment assets. The site allows viewers to instantly compare selected schools in nine categories. In 2010, the group recognized 80 extraordinarily green schools and saluted 26 as “top of their class” in endowment allocation. Visit PrincetonReview.com/green and GreenReportCard.org.

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Sunscreens Still Fall Short on Safety The nonprofit Environmental Working Group has reported some success in its campaign to improve sunscreens. As of last year, 70 percent of sunscreens contained strong UVA filters, compared with 29 percent the year before, and 19 percent fewer sunscreens contained oxybenzone, which government data has linked to hormone disruption. Still, EWG scientists can recommend only 39 of 500 beach and sport sunscreens on the market this summer. That’s just 8 percent that earn a green light both for protecting skin against sun damage and excluding hazardous chemicals in favor of UV-blocking minerals, with zinc a better choice than titanium. A new problem is that one in six sunscreens promotes exaggerated SPF claims of greater than 50, which may give a false sense of protection and encourage overexposure to direct sunlight. Another is the presence of a vitamin A compound named retinyl palmitate, found in 41 percent of sunscreens and linked to skin tumors and lesions in government research. “Many sunscreens available in the United States may be the equivalent of modern-day snake oil,” concludes Jane Houlihan, EWG’s senior vice president for research. EWG continues to recommend that people resort to hats, clothing and shade for primary protection from the sun’s ultraviolet rays.

Microwave Popcorn Toxicity Study

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opcorn is one of the add-ons that rarely fails to make watching a movie more fun, but the modern way of preparing this popular snack may harbor an unhappy secret. Research by the U.S. government now reports that microwave popcorn may contain chemicals that can cause health problems. At issue is that commercial popcorn companies often coat their microwave popcorn bags with a chemical called perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) which has been found to cause both cancer and lung disease in laboratory animals. Making matters worse, the butter substitute that generally accompanies microwavable popcorn contains a chemical called diacetyl, a common food-flavoring agent that, according to health scientists, is responsible for bronchiolitis obliterans, a serious, debilitating lung disease. For an easy and fun healthy alternative, nutritionists suggest that we pop our own popcorn. All that’s needed is a large, high pot, about four tablespoons of peanut or canola oil and a small handful of organic popcorn kernels. When the kernels start popping, shake the pot to let the steam escape and to let the unpopped kernels fall to the bottom. As soon as the popping slows down, remove the pot from the stove, pour the popcorn into a bowl, season with a small amount of real butter or olive oil and natural salt or brewer’s yeast to taste, et voilà, happy eating. Source: AssociatedContent.com

Natural Sleep Aids for Kids

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arious factors may cause a child’s sleeplessness, so before reaching for conventional drugs and sleep medications, parents may want to first consider changing a child’s bedtime routine. For example, try turning off the television and computer a couple of hours before bedtime to avoid overstimulation. It also helps to keep the child’s bedroom as calm and stress-free as possible; aromatherapy-scented pillows, soaps and lotions that work best include lavender, sage and chamomile. Homeopathic remedies are another option; practitioners advise that such gentler medications are usually well tolerated by children. Choices include Kali phosphoricum for overstimulation, Magnesium phosphoricum to calm a child and to relieve colic, and Passiflora incarnata for a child who is too tired to go to sleep. Another natural sleep aid is drinking an herbal tea made from chamomile, passion flower and valerian an hour before bedtime. Before implementing any herbal remedy for a good night’s sleep, parents should consult a certified herbalist to ensure they are administering it correctly for the child’s age and weight. Sources: EduBook.com, eHow.com, HerbalRemediesInfo.com

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Veggies Help Protect Babies from Diabetes

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recent study from the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, in Sweden, reveals that expectant mothers who eat vegetables every day give birth to children who are much less likely to develop Type 1 diabetes. Analysis of blood samples from almost 6,000 5-year-olds showed that children at risk of developing diabetes 1 have antibodies that attack insulin-producing cells, a risk marker that was up to twice as common in children whose mothers rarely ate vegetables during pregnancy. The university says this is the first study to show a direct link between vegetable intake during pregnancy and the risk of children then getting this disease.

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oung people who listen to personal music players for several hours a day at high volume could be putting their hearing at risk, warns a study published online in the British Medical Journal. Researchers found that devices such as MP3 players can generate levels of sound directed at the ear in excess of 120 decibels, similar in intensity to a jet engine, especially when used with earphones inserted into the ear canal. Use of music devices has grown faster than health experts’ ability to assess potential health consequences such as long-term hearing loss, as well as their interference with concentration and performance, especially when driving. Such findings point out that today’s ubiquitous acceptance of technology in our lives must be accompanied by vigorous efforts to understand its impacts on our health and well-being, especially among youth.

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Why Brown Rice is Better

Rice is generally thought to be part of a healthy diet because it’s a good source of fiber, but not all rice is equally nutritious. Brown rice might have an advantage over white rice by offering protection from high blood pressure and atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), say researchers at the Cardiovascular Research Center and department of physiology at Temple University School of Medicine, in Philadelphia. The secret lies in the layer between the white center of the grain and the brown fibrous outer layer, which is milled away to produce white rice; it contains a component that works against angiotensin II, a known culprit in development of these health problems.

Just Say No to TV for Tots

Families who want kids to grow up thinner and smarter do well to keep them away from the television as toddlers. In a new study published in Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Dr. Linda S. Pagani, a professor at the Université de Montréal and researcher at the Sainte-Justine University Hospital Research Center, concluded: “We found every additional hour of TV exposure among toddlers corresponded to a future decrease in classroom engagement and success at math, increased victimization by classmates, a more sedentary lifestyle, higher consumption of junk food and ultimately, a higher body mass index.”

Thyroid Sign Language By Dr. Ian Hollaman, DC

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Summer is the best time to enjoy freshly harvested lettuces, peas, avocados, berries and greens, all good sources of the B vitamins B-6 and folate. Associated benefits include lowered risk of death from stroke and heart disease in women and possible reduced risk of heart failure in men, according to Japanese research reported in Stroke, a journal of the American Heart Association.

Dr. Ian Hollaman, DC, a chiropractor in Boulder, focuses on supporting difficult and chronic cases such as elevated glucose and cholesterol, thyroid disorders, as well as novel solutions to pain and injuries. He has extensively studied Applied Kinesiology and Post-graduate Nutrition. Contact Dr. Ian at 303-882-8447 or visit RedTailWellnessCenters.com

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Tune In to Your Teen

Why do adolescents often talk to their friends instead of their parents? By Henry Drake, MA, LPC

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arents regularly come into my office, most of them wanting to know “How do I get my teenager to talk to me?”—beyond “Fine,” “Nothing,” and “I don’t know,” that is. Well, the answer is so easy we may have been missing it all along.

Teens Relate to Other Teens

If adolescents are truly unreachable, why do they spend hours on the phone with their friends? Are their parents not giving them something to connect with? “How was your day? Do you have any homework?”—this is the typical parental script, as if a director off-camera yelled “Line!” while the parent and teen are riding side-by-side in a car, both staring blankly out the window. Would this be a movie you’d want to watch? Would the relationship between these two characters—lacking connection, expressed emotion, and authenticity—engage you?

Stop Lecturing

Many parents say the same thing over and over and wonder why their child isn’t listening. If lectures worked, someone would’ve written the perfect one purchasable online for $19.95. Lecturing doesn’t work! Nor does saying the same thing 20 different ways. And screaming definitely won’t get you heard. If you’re talking, then you’re not listening. Adolescents don’t talk largely because their parents don’t really give them a chance. If you want your child to talk more, then listen more.

Venting vs. Problem Solving

Most of the time, teenagers just want to vent. And most of the things they complain about can’t be resolved in the 15-minute drive home from school. Don’t try to solve their problems! Let your child vent in an environment that allows them to be heard and recognized on an emotional level—and just listen. If they’re making the effort to tell someone else about it, then it must’ve been significant enough to affect them emotionally, negatively or positively. Meet them with empathy. Simply knowing that someone understands them creates connection and builds relationship.

“Bummer, Dude”

Imagine one of your child’s friends stopping them mid-conversation with “Well, I need to call the principal and check into this,” or “What’s his number? I’m going to call his mother,” or, best of all, “I just don’t think she’s someone you should be hanging around with.” Uh, end of conversation. When teens talk with each other, their conversations don’t stall out. Sensible, “helpful” remarks don’t keep your kid talking. “Bummer, dude” is an excellent guideline for how to verbally respond when your child vents. The statement is brief, allowing them to quickly resume what they were saying; and

it shows that you’re listening, engaged in what’s being said. It includes an empathetic message that likely matches your child’s emotional state; and, because teens use “dude” as a term of endearment, it conveys support and camaraderie. It’s authentic and real, not contrived or scripted. Finally, and perhaps most important, “Bummer, dude” doesn’t send the message, albeit unintentional, that your teen can’t handle the situation and needs someone to step in.

Say This

These phrases, used authentically, will help stimulate conversation between you and your teen: “Would you like my advice, or are you just venting?” “I imagine that made you feel…” “If I were in your shoes, I would…” “What do you feel might be the best way to handle this situation?” “Thanks for sharing with me. I love knowing what’s happening in your world.” “Do you feel like you need some help with that, or do you have a plan for taking care of it?” “You know I worry about you, and I just want to make sure you’re all right.” “Tell me more.” And, if all else fails, there’s always “Bummer, dude”! Henry Drake, MA, LPC is an Adolescent & Family Therapist in Boulder, and the Founder of “DREAM” Parenting Classes (Deeply Reaching Every Adolescent Matters). For a full list of upcoming classes or for a free consultation visit BoulderAdolescentTherapy. com or call 303-817-3916. natural awakenings

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DEMOCRACY IN ACTION EDUCATING STUDENTS TO THINK, CREATE, INITIATE by Lisa Marshall

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unworkable in our present society, where education funding is increasingly tied to student academic performance. But 40 years after the birth of The Free School, and the 1960s “democratic education” movement that inspired it, the nearly defunct philosophy appears to be making a comeback. In May, a group of educators founded the Institute for Democratic Education in America (IDEA), which, Students practice hands-on through town meetings, learning outside of classroom walls. social networking and online education, aims to help teachers infuse more crucial point,” says Jerry student choice into what they see Mintz, who founded as an autocratic K-12 public school AERO in 1989. “Everysystem. Meanwhile, new, private body knows there is democratic schools have opened in something wrong with Seattle, Portland, Denver, New York the current educational City and elsewhere, bringing the system, and people are number to 85, according to the nonnow starting to realize profit Alternative Education Resource they have choices.” Organization (AERO). In all, its online directory has swelled to 12,000 opOld Factory tions, including those affiliated with Model of Montessori, Waldorf, Democratic and Schooling other methods which, while they differ When parents step into in curriculum, all share a dedication many public school to a learner-centered approach. classrooms today, they By contrast, according to the U.S. find neat rows of desks Department of Education, the number occupied by children, of kids enrolled in an assigned public school dipped from 80 percent in 1993 while a teacher in the front of the room presents to 73 percent in 2007. “We are at a

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sk Isaac Graves what seventh grade was like at The Free School in Albany, New York, and he paints a picture that would seem like a dream to many conventional middle schoolers—and a nightmare to their administrators. There were no tests, no homework and almost no schedules. On a typical day, students of all ages would scatter around the refurbished inner-city tenement at will, some spontaneously engaging in a game of Dungeons and Dragons in one room, while others planned a trip to Puerto Rico, learned Spanish from a fellow student, or designed a literary magazine on the computer. At weekly, democratic, all-school meetings, they voted on everything from what optional classes the school should offer to what color to paint the walls; not once were they asked to fill in small circles with a number 2 pencil to prove they were learning something. “We were, at a very young age, in control of our education,” recalls Graves, a remarkably astute 23-year-old who now lives in Oregon and works as an event planner. “I had to figure out what I liked, what my passions were, and how to access information in a variety of ways. I had to interact with adults in a real way—not just as authority figures. I had to learn how to learn.” To many, the notion of a school without schedules where kids and adults have equal say and “test” is almost a dirty word seems utterly

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mom named Mary Leue opened The Free School in Albany (Albany FreeSchool. com). By the 1970s, as many as 800 democratic schools were in operation. While pioneering models like Sudbury Valley and The Free School have survived and flourished, Miller says the larger movement became usurped by the 1980s trend toward more standardization, with most democratic schools shutting their doors. Now, growing discontent over standardization has inspired a revival. “The public school system tends to operate under the paradigm that kids are naturally lazy and must be forced to learn, so they need homework and testing to be motivated,” says Mintz. “Advocates of democratic education and other learner-centered approaches believe that children have a natural passion for learning and are good judges of what they need to learn. Our job as educators is to provide them resources.”

a lesson. When the bell rings, students file into another room, where the same scene plays out again. That structure, according to education historians, is no accident. With the Industrial Revolution underway in the 1800s and waves of families moving from rural settings (where life followed a seasonal rhythm) to cities, education pioneers faced a formidable task. “Civic leaders realized that people were not well prepared for this new lifestyle of working in a factory,” explains Ron Miller, Ph.D., a widely published education historian. “Public education was designed with the idea that people had to learn how to follow a set schedule, follow orders and come up with a product in the end. The day was broken up into time periods with a bell, because that was what factory work entailed.” Miller observes that the system served its purpose well. “The U.S. became a tremendously productive industrial society.” But by the 1960s, some critics began to point to what they saw as a glaring hypocrisy: America claimed to be a democratic society, yet our youngest citizens were given no voice. In 1968, a group of parents in Sudbury, Massachusetts, founded the Sudbury Valley School, a K-12 learning center where adults were literally prohibited from initiating activities, while kids chose what to do, where and when (SudVal. org). One year later, a homeschooling

Renewed Democracy in Action Rebirth of the democratic school movement can be credited in part to Alan Berger, an idealistic New York teacher who, after reading an article about the 1960s Free School movement in 2002, was inspired to open The Brooklyn Free School in the basement of a small church. Today, the school is thriving, with a diverse student body of 60, a new five-story brownstone to call home, and a sliding fee scale that lets children of all economic backgrounds participate in an education they largely create themselves. On a typical morning, students gather in the music room for impromptu Beatles jam sessions, do yoga in the

“Montessori really is a ‘no child left behind’ teaching philosophy. If you are ready to keep moving, you keep moving. If you aren’t, you can stay on task until you get it.” ~ Tanya Stutzman, whose six children have attended Montessori schools in Sarasota, Florida

“The reading, writing and academics all came out eventually, as day-to-day living required that they learned them.” ~ Wonshe, who “unschooled” both of her sons in rural Virginia

“Waldorf understands that there are many ways for a child to express oneself— not just through words and academics, but also through creativity.” ~ Patrice Maynerd, who enrolled her son in Waldorf education at age 3

hallway, scrawl art across a designated wall or curl up with a book in the wellstocked library. Some attend optional math and writing classes. For others, the year’s lesson plan evolves more organically out of a larger goal. For example, in preparation for a school trip to Tanzania, some students studied Swahili, African cuisine and the region’s history. “There are just so many things that I love here,” raves student Erin Huang Schaffer in a new documentary about the school called The Good, The True and The Beautiful. “I love making art and drawing, and I’ve started making stories… I’m just finding out so much about the world.” Thousands of miles away, at a new democratic preschool called The Patchwork School, in Louisville, Colorado,

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surveyed 431 alumni from the democratic Jefferson County Open School in Denver (one of the oldest public alternative schools in the country) and found that 91 percent went to college, 85 percent completed degreed programs and 25 percent earned graduate degrees. Many lauded their K-12 education there: “Because of the school, I am much less influenced by the need to conform and I’m not afraid to take risks,” said Adelle, a 1986 graduate who went on to become a project manager for an entertainment company. Other comments were less glowing: “I found that I had to scramble to catch up with my peers; the school failed to provide me with even the most basic mathematical skills,” said Mary, a 1991 graduate. Kristin, from the class of 1997 added, “When I was applying to colleges, I wished that I had some documentation other than self-assessment; I think this hurt me.” But still other democratic alumni contend that the struggle is only temporary and—in hindsight—well worth it. Meghan Carrico, 47, attended a democratic school in North Vancouver from age 8 to 13. She told Natural Awakenings she did fine academically when she transitioned to a mainstream public high school, but found it “boring and socially barren,” with teachers who didn’t appreciate her tendency to question author-

the same principles apply to even the youngest learners. On a recent day, a group of 5-year-olds held a vote and elected to spend the morning crafting miniature cardboard cities. Then their instructor, a precocious 5-yearold named Evan, led the way to the workroom, passing out paints, scissors, Popsicle sticks and glue as an adult watched quietly nearby. “Everyone here has a voice,” affirms Patchwork co-founder Elizabeth Baker, who was homeschooled in a democratic fashion herself. “If we can validate who they are as people now, they can go out into the world with confidence that their thoughts and opinions count.” But, will they be prepared for that world?

Good Questions Will children, given the freedom, choose to learn basic skills like reading and math? What will this revolutionary breed of students have to show a college entrance board if they have no test scores? And how will kids schooled with little structure and no hierarchy thrive in a professional world with so much of both? Skeptics abound, and they have pounced on such questions. Meanwhile, informal surveys of democratic school graduates have yielded mixed answers. For his new book, Lives of Passion; School of Hope, Rick Posner, Ph.D., 18

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ity and venture beyond the status quo. She dropped out in 11th grade, then dropped out of a community college for many of the same reasons. “If I contradicted the professor, I got a bad grade,” she recalls. Ultimately, Carrico made her way to the highly progressive Antioch College in Ohio (one of 815 colleges now willing to consider students with no high school test scores), where she ended up with a master’s degree in leadership and training. She also landed a job that she loves, teaching in a democratic school. While Carrico relates that her own early schooling may not have prepared her to fit in at a mainstream classroom or top-down workplace, it absolutely prepared her for a changing world in which factory jobs are dwindling and people must think outside the box. “People who are really successful in the world today are not waiting around to be told what to do,” she comments. Instead, “they are actively creating social networks and seeking out knowledge on their own; these are the very things they learn from kindergarten on in democratic schools.” College success and career paths aside, Miller believes the best way to determine if democratic education is working is to pay a visit to a school and ask the question: “Are the kids excited about school or not?” On a recent May afternoon at Colorado’s Jefferson County Open School, students lounged on puffy couches or sat on the steps with their principal, whom they casually called Wendy. The school year was officially over and warm weather beckoned, but they were in no rush to leave. To Anna Reihmann, 17, a graduating senior who has attended there since preschool, excelled academically and is headed to college next year, it was a particularly bittersweet day. “I have learned so much about who I am as a person here. It has always felt like home,” she said that day. Then she uttered the three words that many parents and teachers say that they don’t hear often enough from students these days: “I love school.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance writer in Lyons, CO. Contact her at Lisa Marshall08@gmail.com.

Guide At A Glance

Alternative Education Approaches MONTESSORI The Montessori method was born in 1907 in the slums of Italy, when physician Maria Montessori founded Casa dei Bambini, or Children’s House, a school for 50 preschoolers. She believed that children learn best when allowed to independently explore an orderly environment, stocked with hands-on materials that engage all five senses. Today, the United States is home to 10,000 Montessori schools. More than 60 percent are for children under 6, with an increasing number extending through high school; kids are grouped in three-year age spans. Classrooms for the youngest children come stocked with miniature furniture and kitchens, which enables them to make their own snacks and lunches. Independence and order are key, as students are free to move around the room, selecting from neatly arranged materials, like strings of beads that represent numbers or wooden blocks symbolizing letters. “Montessori is hyper-intellectual,” comments Tim Seldin, of the International Montessori Council. “We raise kids who are joyful scholars.” A 2006 study in Science Magazine found Montessori 5-year-olds were significantly better prepared in science and math than those who attended conventional preschools. They also tested better on executive function, defined as the ability to adapt in response to problems. “They don’t just make you memorize facts,” says 15-year-old Natacha Stutzman, who attended a Montessori school in Sarasota, Florida, through 8th grade. “They teach you life lessons.”

WALDORF The Waldorf movement began in 1919, when Austrian scientist Rudolf Steiner established a school for children of employees of the Waldorf Astoria cigarette factory in Stuttgart, Germany. According to his philosophy, children evolve through three, seven-year stages, first absorbing the world through the senses in early childhood, and later through fantasy and imagination. Only after puberty comes the rational, abstract power of the intellect. Consequently, Waldorf’s lower-grade educators emphasize free play and fantasy and discourage exposure to media. Most schools allow no computers in the classroom until middle school, and reading is not formally taught until second grade. “At a time when kindergartens are becoming more academic, we are protecting the child’s right to play,” advises Patrice Maynerd, outreach director for the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America. She explains that rather than using textbooks, students create their own lesson books, which they build upon through high school. In contrast to the widespread elimination of art and music classes in public schools, Waldorf’s philosophy centers on creating the “Renaissance child,” encouraging every student to play an instrument and participate in theater. Teachers follow their classes through the first eight grades, so that one child may have the same instructor for their entire experience. There are 165 Waldorf Schools in North America. A Waldorf-sponsored survey of 526 graduates found that 94 percent attended college, and 90 percent are highly satisfied with their careers.

Find details at Montessori.org.

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HOMESCHOOLING AND UNSCHOOLING Today, more than 2 million students are homeschooled in the United States, up from 850,000 in 1999, according to the U.S. Department of Education. While roughly 90 percent of these students follow some set curriculum, about 10 percent adhere to an approach called unschooling, which, much like democratic education, allows students to choose what and how they wish to learn, and for how long. “I define unschooling as allowing children as much freedom to learn in the world as their parents can comfortably bear,” says Pat Farenga, president of Holt Associates Inc., a homeschooling consulting firm. “For instance, a young child’s interest in hot rods might lead him or her to a study of how the engine works (science), how and when a car was built (history and business), and who built it (biography). They learn when it makes sense for them to do so.” Find details at HomeEdMag.com, supplemented by Unschooling.com.

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wisewords A Conversation with

Elizabeth Gilbert Author of Eat, Pray, Love— Now a Film Starring Julia Roberts by Leah Ingram

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lizabeth “Liz” Gilbert’s story of her year-long odyssey of self-rediscovery via sojourns in Italy, India and Indonesia, after divorcing herself from her former way of life, struck a nerve with millions of women around the world through her bestseller, Eat, Pray, Love, available in 40 languages. Now, actress Julia Roberts renders the universal truth embodied in Gilbert’s personal journey accessible to an even broader audience with this summer’s release of a film based on the book. “It’s the way that [Liz] wrote this book,” says Roberts. “It’s like a bell that just keeps ringing.” Gilbert believes her message resonates because it’s about trying to figure out who we are in relationship to those around us and how we get over our greatest disappointments and try again. In the end, Gilbert does get in tune with herself and coincidentally, finds true love, which is further explored in her latest chronicle, Committed: A Skeptic Makes Peace with Marriage. It’s her go at unraveling the mysteries of marriage.

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maelstrom of thought and confusion and worry and anxiety and resentment and that whole soup that I was bathed in before I left [home]. And to watch the evolution over time, over those months, and see myself go from somebody who quite literally could not spend five minutes in silence in her own company without crawling out of her own skin to somebody who could sit for four or five consecutive hours and be undisturbed by my own existence on Earth—it seems like a simple thing, but isn’t. In that silence and stillness, I met this other voice that I never had before, which is this older part of me—this calm, sedate, affectionate, forgiving, wise soul that watches my comings and goings and my spastic fears and desires and anger, and all the stuff that pulls on me, and intercepts me before I get dragged too far away from myself. And she just says, very sweetly and with a kind of amusement, ‘Do you really want to go through this again? Because if you do, I’ll do it with you. But, maybe we don’t want to do this again. Maybe we want to actually remember what we learned and do a different thing.’

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didn’t have a practical application. So I was eager, after my four months in the ashram, to come back home and put it into practice. I mostly use it in trying to arrange my life so that it is as unstressful as possible. I push every day against forces that say you have to go faster, be more effective, be more productive, you have to constantly outdo yourself, you have to constantly outdo your neighbor—all of the stuff that creates an incredibly productive society, but also a very neurotic one. I have these new policies toward my life, like I will not accelerate when I see the yellow light. I’ll say no to things that I used to instinctively say yes to, invitations that are wonderful, but I know will actually make me more tired the next day, more stressed. It’s like protecting this wonderful little match that I lit in India. And I feel my job now is to cup my hand around it and make sure that the shearing winds of capitalism and industrialism and competition don’t blow it out, and that my own anxiety doesn’t blow it out.

Given what you've been through, what is God for you Today? I sort of do have an answer. It’s something from the Gnostics, which said that God is the perfection which absorbs. I think that’s the loveliest and simplest and least politically controversial possible definition of divinity—that we are not perfect as humans, and yet we have access to a perfection that’s beyond us that we can become absorbed in, sometimes just for five minutes, sometimes for a whole year, sometimes if you’re really a blessed saint, forever. Suddenly, there’s just this crack of a doorway into that divine perfection where you remember for a minute that you’re more than this. It’s available to you always. It’s your right to find that and it’s your right to shape your life as much as you can to where you can access that as much as possible.

How can a broken heart lead to a fuller heart? There’s a line from Leonard Cohen, he has this wonderful song that says;

“There’s a crack in everything—that’s where the light gets in.� And I think that’s probably the best encapsulation of how a broken heart can lead to a bigger heart. The light causes the expansion. There’s also this wonderful adage that says, “You can’t push out darkness. You can only bring in light.� If you’re in a closet and it’s black, there’s no way to sweep darkness out. The only thing you can do is ignite, illuminate somehow. And the only way to get into a darkened, miserable heart is to break it. I had kind of given up on love, but hadn’t given up on myself. That’s what I did on this journey—I said, “I’m going to marry my own life and make that wonderful, even if it means that I don’t have this experience of intimacy that everybody wants.� And of course, because the universe loves to be ironic, I found the intimacy that everybody wants. So whatever the lesson is that comes from that—if it brings hope, let there be hope. Source: Adapted from Beliefnet.com.

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for hours.” Hagen soon Amazing realized how online videos at: hooping was also • TheHoopingLife.com helping • HoopRevolution.com/ him “acciperformance dentally get in shape.”At • Hooping.org heart, he felt he was becoming more centered in both body and mind. Shurin explains that, “Hooping is similar to the [Sufi] whirling dervish dance that emphasizes the laws of physics, metaphysics and quantum physics.” In addition to strengthening the body, she sees the hoop as a wheel-like vortex that enables the hula

HOOPING TIPS n Use a hoop weighing 1 to 2 pounds; anything heavier creates too much torque for the organs and spine. n Stand up tall with good posture and feet a hip-distance apart; don’t look down. n Breathe deeply from the body’s core and push belly muscles toward the hoop. n Rock hips back and forth or from side-to-side; don’t rotate the hips in a circle. n Maintain the rhythm via belly and hip movement; don’t use the knees or lower back. n If the hoop starts to fall, move faster. Source: Betty Shurin and BettyHoops.com

hooper to receive energy, as well as release it. She recommends using a weighted adult-sized hoop that weighs no more than two pounds; they even come in collapsible travel models. This year, hooping hit the big screen with director Amy Goldstein’s self-proclaimed popumentary, The Hooping Life. She first discovered hooping in Venice, California, where it’s hugely popular. “I’ve noticed that hooping brings people from every walk of life together,� Goldstein says. “It has a spiritual side, a business side and a healthy side, and I’ve seen how many young people who used to feel isolated and without direction are now hooping and living life to its fullest.� Highlights of her feel good film include appearances by Michelle Obama and Shaquille O’Neal, plus intimate portraits of eight hoopers from around the world. “The essence of the film,� says Goldstein, “is about finding something you love and taking the risk to give it all you’ve got.� After discovering hooping, Anah Reichenbach, aka “Hoopalicious,� a California-based dancer and hooper in the film, started making and selling innovative hoops on her own. She now offers a hoop mentor certification program through hooping workshops nationwide. “Beyond being an incredible core workout,� Reichenbach says, “hooping can become an all-body, cardiovascular workout.� Other benefits she’s observed first-hand extend to increased calm and peacefulness, happiness and even more personal compassion. As a movement, the hoop has become a widespread symbol for individuals’ willingness to be free and playful as adults as well as show that they care about community; people unite around the rhythm and creativity. “You really can transcend yourself if you let yourself go with the hoop,� remarks Goldstein. “Even if you have no rhythm, you get it with a hoop.�

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that live with a nervous, angry or depressed person, may be more prone to separation anxiety. The breed and physical requirements of your dog may contribute to anxiety, as well. Dogs are social animals. They need to feel part of a pack, with a sense of rank. In the course of domesticating dogs, humans have become pack leaders in the minds of household canines, so the behavior and habits of the primary caregiver largely influences a dog’s behavior. While it may seem like a good idea to add another animal to the household to keep your companion company, this can actually make matters worse, by confusing its sense of pack hierarchy and creating a state of continuous competition. It may be a better idea to provide substitute leadership in the form of another human. Dog walkers, friends, neighbors or relatives could come by and spend time with the dog when you’re away, acting as a surrogate, temporary pack mate. You could consider a good doggie daycare provider, but there is no permanent substitute for the human alpha leader, who must be a strong, controlling presence whenever you are together. From the beginning of your relationship, a dog will gain trust and faith in your leadership, avoiding costly dog-sitting bills later on. Once puppyhood is past, you can keep a dog from becoming bored and tearing the house apart when you’re out by employing the following tips and tricks.

SEPARATION ANXIETY

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orky the dog so dislikes being left alone that he has ripped up car upholstery and jumped through windows in an attempt to rejoin his humans when they leave the house for school, work or errands. Shay, on the other hand, watches calmly out the window when her humans leave each day. Dog lovers with a pet that trembles, whines or rushes to the door in anticipation of being left alone know that the problem can interfere with work, school or travel days and make life difficult for you and your companion. In severe cases, a vet may even prescribe a sedative or antidepressant drug for an animal, a practice that seldom reaches the root causes of separation anxiety, and may lead to serious, longterm health problems.

Order in the Pack To start, it is important to understand that virtually every domestic dog lives in a confusing world. Improperly socialized or mistreated, abused or abandoned dogs, as well as those

n Leave the television on, tuned to a nature show channel. Human voices can provide reassurance that humans still exist during your absence. n Leave talk radio on. Soothing music also tames the savage beast, and in many cases it will help a lonely, confused pooch to relax. n A toy filled with peanut butter or dog treats might keep him busy. Upon returning home, give the dog the treats that were in the toy and take the toy away. n Ignore the dog for several minutes before leaving the house and when you return. Do not shower him with hugs and kisses as you are leaving, as this may add to his anxiety. n Begin by leaving for short periods of time, and then increase it over a few weeks. Each time you return, have the dog sit, and praise and reward him with a treat when he is calm. natural awakenings

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n When in doubt, work with a recommended animal behaviorist. Also, consider any physical problems that may be causing the anxiety disorder.

Natural Diet and Supplement Aids Some people may feel they need to resort to drugs when they are at their wit’s end from dealing with a dog that acts out by becoming aggressive around people or outright destructive when no one is home. These are behaviors sometimes seen when an animal is receiving inadequate nutrition or essential brain nutrients. In the holistic realm, the foundation to treating any animal problem, physical or mental, begins with a good diet. A home-prepared diet is best (how-to books are available), but a high-quality, natural commercial food may also help. Behavior problems can lessen or go away with a simple change in nutrition. Adequate essential fatty acids, including omega 3, are necessary supplements for dogs, even if they are fed a commercial diet. They help the nervous system function more smoothly and help improve skin and coat condition. Some animals may need extra help from herbs to get through a particularly stressful time. One miniature schnauzer benefited from ingesting a formula made for dogs that contained valerian, skullcap, oat flower and passionflower before his owners would leave the house. Max became calmer and stopped tearing apart the furniture after just a few weeks of using the herbs.

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Other animals become anxious in the vicinity of loud noises, whether or not the caregiver is at home. Many caregivers have found a melatonin supplement helpful in these instances. Whatever the reason, it’s hard to leave a companion behind when you know they suffer in your absence. With a bit of knowledge and care, you can help make the periods of separation much easier. Mary Wulff is a veterinary herbalist consultant and co-author with Gregory Tilford of Herbs for Pets. She specializes in home-prepared diets, herbs and homeopathy for companion animals from her office in Hamilton, MT. Connect at Cedar Orion@yahoo.com.

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BGBG Residential Brown Bag Series: Water Reuse-Opportunities and Obstacles – 11:30am1:30pm. Green building educational and networking event. Free BGBG Members, $20 Non-members.REI Community Room, 1789 28th St Boulder.bgbg.org Deadline for Natural Awakenings Wellness Directory – 5pm. If you would like to be included in our annual wellness guide we need your info by today! 303-665-5202 or publisher@ naturalawakeningsboulder.com

Saturday, August 14 SPAN The Rockies – 6am-5pm. Exhilarating 200K, 130K or 75K routes benefit the Safehouse Progressive Alliance for Non-Violence. Info/ register safehousealliance.org under events.

Sunday, August 1 Clothing Exchange – 10am-noon. Bring at least 3 nice pieces of clothing, accessories or shoes and shop from what others have brought. Sola Studios, Boulder. 3280 28th Street. RSVP or Info 303-442-3861 What We Can Imagine, We Can Create – 10:30-11:30am. An uplifting setting to deepen our understanding of how Divine Spirit works in our lives. Free. ECKANKAR Center of Boulder Valley, 1800 30th St. Suite 208. 303-443-1610, eck-colorado.org Aerial Dance Festival – Aug1-14. Information, schedule and tickets frequentflyers.org.

Wednesday, August 4 World’s Longest Yard Sale – Aug-4-12. Invironments, 1646 Pearl St. BGBG Commercial Brown Bag Series: A LEED Success Story – 11:30am-1:30pm. CU Boulder and an Overview of LEED CMP (Credentialing Maintenance Program). $20 Non-members.REI, 1789 28th St, Boulder. bgbg.org

Thursday, August 5 Tech Stars Demo Day – 9am-noon. Eleven new companies from the class of 2010 give presentations. Boulder Theater Balcony. Donation requested. Event will sell out. Register tsboulder10community. eventbrite.com/ Healing Meditation: Experiencing Beauty – 7-8:30pm. We can perceive beauty in the world around us because we have beauty inside. Find yours. $10 donation. 1800 30th St. Suite 307, Boulder. 303-545-5562. wholebeingexplorations. com/spirit/groups.html

Friday, August 6 Kids Club: Whole Foods Friday – 8:30am-noon. Last one of the summer! Join us planting a garden outside Whole Foods Market Superior. Register at Wildbear.com Community Massage Clinic – 9am-7pm. Discount massage and wellness services, first and third Fridays of each month, $45 or less according to need. Info/ appointments 303-717-7709 or YourStressManager.com

Summer Sidewalk Sales – Fri-Sun. Downtown Boulder. Info boulderdowntown.com

Infant Massage Class – 10am. Interested in connecting with your baby? Dr. Karen Hollaman DC offers a baby massage class. Register 303-882-8447.

Saturday, August 7

Boulder Asian Festival – 11am-5pm. Music, performances, food, arts and crafts from local Asian and Pacific Islander communities. In front of Boulder County Courthouse. Free.

Climb for Breast Cancer – All day. Hike Quandary Peak. To benefit the Breast Cancer Fund. Info/ register breastcancerfund.org/2010climbco. IronKids Boulder – 7am. Triathalon for ages 6-15. Boulder Res. Summer Sidewalk Sales – All day. Downtown Boulder. Info boulderdowntown.com 29th Street Live Concert Series – 6-9pm. Last concert of the season! Free. Boulder.

Sunday, August 15 Community HU Song – 10:30am. Learn how to sing HU, a love song to God.. Free. ECKANKAR Center of Boulder Valley, 1800 30th St. Suite 208, Boulder. 303-443-1610, eck-colorado.org

Sunday, August 8

Boulder Asian Festival – 11am-5pm. Features music, performances, food, arts and crafts from local Asian and Pacific Islander communities. In front of Boulder County Courthouse. Free.

Summer Sidewalk Sales – Fri-Sun. Downtown Boulder. Info boulderdowntown.com

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Tuesday, August 10 Visionary Nutrition Tele-series: “Thyroid Got You Down? ~ Even When your Lab Tests are Normal?” – 7-8pm. First month FREE. Global phone event; recorded. Info/register ExquisiteWellness.com (under “Programs”)

Sugar Blues Teleclass – noon. Do you find that certain foods or activities drain your energy? Learn to increase energy without caffeine or sugar! Free. betsy@fitrwellness.com to register.

Lifeline Technique™ Presentation and Healing Circle – 7-9pm. Awaken to the crucial role the subconscious mind plays in the body’s inherent design to heal, regenerate and be whole. $5 Lafayette. Gail Keeler 303-956-2382, awakenyourspirit@comcast.net

Thursday, August 12 Astrology and Spirit Journey Workshop – 6-10pm. The first part of the workshop will cover planetary patterns thru 2012 and the second half will be facilitated spirit journey. Organic dinner included. $75. 303-499-9893, ssastrology.com Solar Community Night at the Independent Power Systems Shop– 6:30 – 8pm. Learn how Xcel’s tiered electric pricing will impact your electric bill and how you can eliminate it for life with solar. Free. RSVP at solarips.com/up. 1501 Lee Hill Rd #24 Boulder. 303-443-0115.

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How to become a Nutritarian – 6.30-8pm. Enhance your body with the therapeutic effects of the food you love, transform your health, diminish food cravings and find your ideal body weight. Free. Bauman College Boulder, 1128 Pine St. baumancollege.org

SpiritTalk: The Big Bang and Spiritual Manifestation – 7-9pm. Explore the physics and metaphysics of manifestation. $15 for 2. Bead Lounge 320 Main St., Longmont. 303-545-5562. wholebeingexplorations.com/spirit/classes.html

Tuesday, August 17

Psychic Tools for Beginners – 7-9pm. Learn how to heal yourself and develop your psychic abilities in this 8 week course. First night is free. 303-5300920. BoulderPsychicInstitute.org

A Matter of Balance – 2-4:30pm. Tuesdays Aug 17-Oct 5. Award winning falls management program to help older adults prevent falls and increase activity levels. Free. Lafayette Senior Center. Registration Required: 303-441-3599

Wednesday, August 18 Opening Boulder International Fringe Festival – Through Aug 29. A broad array of family events, workshops, local business activity and cultural activity throughout each day. Info, schedule, tickets boulderfringe.com

Shape Shift: Hot Topics to Thrive in a Changing World Monthly Tele-series – 7-8pm MST. FREE for the first month. Global phone event; recorded Info/register at ExquisiteWellness.com (under “Programs”)..

Saturday, August 28 Climb for Uganda – 8:30am-1:30pm. Hike up Green Mountain in Boulder and empower Uganda’s youth to transform their communities by addressing poverty, disease, and environmental degradation. Info/register www.experienceeducate.org/hike-for-uganda/

Thursday, August 19

2nd Annual Michael Jackson Dance Party – 7pm. Hotel Boulderado. Prizes for best costume and dance. $19 benefitting Make-a-Wish Foundation.

Friday, August 20 Community Massage Clinic – 9am-7pm. Discount massage and wellness services, $45 or less according to need. Info/ appointments 303-717-7709 or YourStressManager.com Last Day Noon Tunes – Enjoy the last day of free outdoor music over the lunch hour. 1300 block Pearl. PujaGroove – 7-9:30pm. Tantra meets Dance. Come integrate conscious open hearted intimacy with free form rhythmic movement. $15. Solstice Institute at 302 Pearl St. Contact Miwa 303-530-0920.

Saturday, August 21 Boulder Farmer’s Market Fine Art and Fine Craft Fair – 8am-2pm. Colorado’s largest farmer’s market gets even bigger. 25 artists, live music and creative activities for kids. Located in Central Park (corner of 13th and Canyon) directly adjacent to the market.

Awakening to The Secret Code of Your Mind, 1 2 3 Plan Training – 1-7pm. Create the life of your dreams through inner peace and clarity by learning the first three steps of the LifeLine Technique. $125. Lafayette. Gail Keeler 303-956-2382, awakenyourspirit@comcast.net

Monday, August 23 Back to Basics Teleclass – noon. Learn tips on healthy eating and lifestyle by revisiting basic principles of wellness and explore getting support to reach your goals through Back to Basics workshop in September. Free. Register betsy@fitrwellness.com

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Integrative Yoga Therapy 200hr. level Yoga Teacher Training on the Beach in Mexico. Jan 23Feb 11. Enjoy a transformational educational experience while rejuvenating at a beautiful private retreat center. www.YogaTeacherTrainingRetreat.com, 401-368-9642.

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Sunday, August 29 Venus de Miles – All day. Offering women of all ages and abilities a fun-filled day of cycling, socializing, and supporting a good cause. venusdemiles.com or 303 460-1745.

Tuesday, August 31 BOSS: Building Onsite Seminar Series- The Balsam Project – 5:30-8:30 pm. Tour of the home, a gourmet dinner, panel of building science professionals. 2093 Balsam Dr. Boulder, bgbg.org.

Thursday, September 2 Healing Meditation: Constructive “Anger” – 7-8:30pm. How do you relate to anger? Learn how to do so in a constructive way. $10 donation. 1800 30th St. Suite 307, Boulder. 303-545-5562. wholebeingexplorations.com/spirit/groups.html

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Sunday, August 22

Solar & Green Homes Tour (CRES/Denver & CRC/Boulder) Tour homes featuring solar and green building upgrades. Learn about current, yet declining rebates & incentives to secure your energy costs into the future. $5 a day. Info conservationcenter.org/energy/tour.html

Tuesday, August 24

Stand Back for a Better Look – 7pm. A spiritually uplifting video by will be shown at the Eckankar Center of Boulder Valley. Free. 1800 30th St. Suite 208, Boulder. 303-443-1610, eck-colorado.org

31st Annual Eldorado Cure 4 Miler and Kids Mile – 6:15pm. Kids, dogs & elite runners enjoy a scenic 4 mile loop that ends as the sun sets in Eldorado Springs. New this year Kids mile. Benefits the Colorado Cancer Foundation. Info/register withoutlimits.com/detail.php?id=eldo#Scene_1

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September 3 – 5, 2010 Quantum Breath Meditation & Yoga with Yogi Amrit Desai Experience an integrated state of being as taught by yoga master Yogi Amrit Desai. Experience profound teachings that decrease stress-related health problems such as anxiety, addiction, fatigue and insomnia. Shambhala Mountain Center, Red Feather Lake, CO. Starting at $385. 888-788-7221 www.AmritYoga.org or www.shambhalamountain.org/programs/1423

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Planetary Healing, World Harmony Meditations Teleclass – 8-9am. Guided Meditations and Self Mastery tools. Info 720-301-3993 Sunday Meditation – 9am. Service to follow at 10:30am. Unity Center, 505 Main St, Longmont. 720-251-1419 Sunday Service – 10am. Boulder Center for Spiritual Living is a Religious Science church, teaching the Science of Mind with heart. Youth program available. 805 Yale Road, Boulder. 303942-1267 Market Fresh Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Sundays, Jun 6-Oct 31.Treat yourself to fresh vegetables, breads, pastries, fruits, a variety of treats and much more from local vendors and our restaurants. Boulder Walking Tours –11am-12:30pm. Experience Boulder’s pedestrian mall as it’s meant to be experienced ~ by foot Come join our fun and fact-filled guided tours exploring the characteristics that make Boulder a unique and award-winning community. $15. 720-243-1376 Jazz or Blues Jam – 7:30-10pm. Players welcome. Boulder Outlook Hotel. 800 28th Street. BoulderOutlook.com/musiccalendar.html

Embracing Loss – 10am-4pm. Heal your heart from devastating loss and move forward in your life with optimism. Caritas Spiritist Ctr, 3775 Iris Ave.,$99. By appt. Info 720-301-3993

Cardio Kickboxing – 6:15-7pm. Get in shape and reduce stress. 1st class free. Boulder Quest Center, 1501 Lee Hill Rd #18. 303-440-3647

Live Interactive Audio Event – 7:30pm. A modern mystic’s profound journey into Infinity. You will be stunned with insights and experience a transmission of cosmic energy. cosmicfieldacademy.com

Rockin’ the Gardens: Friday Afternoon Club – 5:30-9:30pm. Free concert series through Aug 27 at The Millenium Harvest House Gardens. Kids and pups welcome. 28th and Arapahoe, Boulder. Live Music at Folsom Street – 8pm. Folsom Street Coffee, 1795 Folsom St, Boulder. 303-440-8808. Live Music at Boulder Outlook Hotel – 8-10:30pm. 800 28th Street, Boulder. BoulderOutlook.com

Lights Out Lunch – 11:30am-2pm. Every Tuesday, Jill’s Restaurant turns the lights out for lunch to support energy reduction. St. Julien Hotel, Boulder. Lunch-time Laughter Club – 12-12:45pm. Laughter Yoga. All levels. Dispels stress and worry. Rejuvenates. Free. Unitarian University Fellowship,1241 Ceres Dr, Lafayette. Tribal Belly Dance – 6pm. American Tribal Style with Jennifer Goran. Boulder Quest Center, 1501 Lee Hill Rd #18. 303-440-3647 Folk Dancing on the Plaza – 7-10pm. Tuesdays June 8-Sept 14. Teaching 7-8, dancing after. Fun dances from around the world! No partner or experience needed. 13th St btwn Canyon & Arapahoe. Info 303-499-6363

Finding You In The Goo Radio Show – 9-10 am. Life changing guidance for getting from your current life to the life you desire. Free. FindingYouInTheGoo.com/radio Free Aura & Chakra Healings – 6-7pm, drop in. Clear foreign energy from your space and feel great! Free. 303-530-0920. Ninja Fit – 6-6:45pm. 45 minutes of ab busting, glute toning strength and flexibility training. 1st class free. Boulder Quest Center, 1501 Lee Hill Rd #18. 303-440-3647. Free Psychic Readings – 7-8:30pm. Discover your past lives and the colors of your aura. Free. Boulder. Schedule 303-530-0920. School of the Blues – 7:30-10pm. Live music. Boulder Outlook Hotel, 800 28th Street, Boulder. BoulderOutlook.com/musiccalendar.html. Open Mic Night – 8pm. Poetry, spoken word, musicians (acoustic set) all are welcome. Folsom Street Coffee, Boulder. 303-440-8808

Healing Space – 12-2pm. 15 minute energy clearings or healings. Free/donation. 1800 30th St. Ste 307 Boulder. 303-545-5562. Self Defense for Grown-Ups – 1-2pm. 1st time free. Boulder Quest. 1501 Lee Hill Rd #18. 303440-3647 Business Women’s Network Meeting – 1-2:15pm. Enhancing the growth of members’ businesses. $10/month. Remax, 4770 Baseline Ave., Suite 200 Boulder. 303-480-5838. BWNboulder.com Culinary Walking Tour: Market to Table – 3-5:30pm. Begin at the largest farmer’s market in Colorado, and continue to a selection of restaurants sampling signature dishes using locally grown ingredients. $50. LocalTableTours.com Boulder Farmer’s Market – 4pm-8pm. Locally grown vegetables, meats, fruits, flowers, plants, gourmet cheeses and wines, 13th Street between Canyon and Arapahoe. BoulderFarmers.org. What Is Coaching and How Can It Benefit You – 5pm. Free teleseminar. 218-862-6420, access code 1124051. Live weekly call answers questions, free coaching demo. Bands on the Bricks – 7-9pm. Through Aug18. Dance, picnic and listen to the best local bands along the Front Range. Weekly Healing Meditation Service – 7pm. A free healing and meditation service. Unity of Boulder. 303-442-1411 Heart Mastery Class – 7-8:30pm. Experience how to release the love of power and become powerfully loving. $20. Info 720-301-3993

Boulder Walking Tours –11am-12:30pm. Experience Boulder’s pedestrian mall as it’s meant to be experienced ~ by foot Come join our fun and fact-filled guided tours exploring the characteristics that make Boulder a unique and award-winning community. $15. 720-243-1376 Noon Tunes – Noon-1:30pm. Through August 20. Enjoy great local music of all genres during the Friday lunch break. 1300 Block of Pearl. Culinary Walking Tour: Downtown Tour – 3-5:30pm. Explore some of Boulder’s best downtown restaurants. Thoughtfully selected wine and beverage pairings. $65.Info / register localtabletours.com or call 303-656-9062

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Boulder Farmer’s Market – 8am-2pm. Locally grown vegetables, meats, fruits, flowers, plants, gourmet cheeses and more. 13th Street btwn Canyon & Arapahoe. BoulderFarmers.org. Longmont Farmer’s Market – 8am-2pm. Locally grown vegetables, meats, fruits, flowers, plants, gourmet cheeses and more. Boulder County Fairgrounds. BoulderFarmers.org. Cosmetic Acupuncture Special – 9am-2pm. Reduce fine lines, scars, and wrinkles. Sliding scale $25-45. Appointments only. 3405 Penrose Place, Suite 202, Boulder. 303-875-2896, RoseOM.com. Boulder Walking Tours –11am-12:30pm. Experience Boulder’s pedestrian mall as it’s meant to be experienced ~ by foot Come join our fun and fact-filled guided tours exploring the characteristics that make Boulder a unique and award-winning community. $15. 720-243-1376 Cardio Sword – 11:45am. Like cardio kickboxing only you use a sword on the bags. 1st class free. Boulder Quest Center, 1501 Lee Hill Rd #18. 303440-3647 Culinary Walking Tour: Market to Table – 1:30-4pm. Begin at the largest farmer’s market in Colorado, and continue to a selection of restaurants sampling signature dishes using locally grown ingredients. $50. LocalTableTours.com Boulder Outdoor Cinema – 7pm. Through August 28. $5 Donation. Behind Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art. Info 888-881-FILM Live music – 8pm. At Boulder’s zero waste, ecofriendly coffee shop. Folsom Street Coffee, 1795 Folsom St, Boulder. 303-440-8808. Live Music at Boulder Outlook Hotel – 8-10:30pm. 800 28th Street, Boulder. BoulderOutlook.com

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