October 2023 Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

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Many of us have a story in which we have faced a health issue, sought healing, and found that the “modern” approach didn’t seem to cut it. Only after seeking answers in perhaps unconventional ways have we found healing. Why does it seem that modern medicine sometimes falls short?

I suppose it is for the same reason that there is rarely one easy fix, one clear answer or one simple solution.

The ancient Greek physician, Hippocrates, is considered to be the father of modern medicine. According to the National Institute of Health, concepts such as “miasma” from the ancient Greek “μίασμα” (pollution) and “contagion” from the Latin “contagio” (contact, or disease) had been used since the 16th century. Further progress in medicine coincided with the rapid economic expansion of the Industrial Revolution in the 18th century in Western Europe and America. With scientific and technical advancements in the 19th century, including Louis Pasteur’s demonstration of microorganisms as a cause of disease, modern medicine began to split off from Western medicine. A paradigm shift occurred in the way treatment to disease is approached.

Across cultures and centuries, humans have found ways to flourish as individuals, families and communities. I emphasize this timeline for two reasons. We are incredibly blessed to live in a time where such giant leaps in our health and humanity have occurred. Countless lives are saved every day from the advances in science and medicine. At the same time, lives are saved every day from remembering the foundational tenets of what optimizes our mental, emotional, physical and spiritual beings on this planet.

Let us remember that we have found health and happiness long before modern medicine played its part. We owe it a huge thank you for further expanding the opportunities we have in this life. And we also are blessed to have evidence-based preventive, integrative, functional, natural, alternative and complementary medicine at our fingertips.

Many people have found that optimal wellness stems from a combination of contemporary and traditional medicine. In this issue of Natural Awakenings, we honor exactly that.

Are you dealing with an unresolved mental or physical ailment? Have you been curious about acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, ayurveda, yoga or tai chi? Have you wanted to learn about laser or light therapy? Perhaps you want to try a holistic dentist or a more comprehensive wellness center to seek care? We are proud to support providers and businesses like these that offer amazing opportunities for us, just as modern medicine does.

Perhaps we can start to see that traditional and integrative medicine are modern medicine, too.

In gratitude, Jordan Peschek,

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Blue Pines Counseling Events

Foster Holistic Emotional Healing and Growth

Blue Pines Counseling will host a series of events at their office at the Wisconsin Museum of Quilt and Fiber Arts, in Cedarburg, to acquaint people with a holistic approach toward healing, growth and transformation. The Open House will be held on October 7, a Grief Weaving workshop on November 11, and the Centering Values workshop on December 2. All of these events will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Blue Pines Counseling founder Tiernee Schatz is a board-certified registered art therapist, nationally certified licensed professional counselor and a certified clinical trauma professional. Having experienced her own healing through art and nutrition, she combines art therapy, nutritional psychiatry and traditional talk therapy to access both the mind and body simultaneously.

“Art therapy is a gentle, body-based therapy allowing movement of stuck and stagnant emotions to release and transform through the art process. In addition, the art therapy process provides an opportunity for you to explore, experiment and innovate; to find meaning and hope,” Schatz says. She offers private counseling and therapy services, and holds therapeutic art groups on a monthly basis.

Blue Pines Counseling is based in Cedarburg. For more information, call 262-346-1275 or visit BluePinesCounseling.com See ad on page 44

The Guild of Modern Wellness Welcomes New Practitioner

The Guild of Modern Wellness health collective recently welcomed Doctor of Physical Therapy Jessica Gertz. Through her practice, Nirvana Fusion Therapy, Gertz offers individual physical therapy treatment plans that combine dry needling (a technique similar to acupuncture), cupping, kinesiotaping and joint mobilizations.

Gertz joins practitioners at The Guild that offer intravenous vitamin infusion therapy, red light therapy, laser therapy, infrared and ozone saunas, massage and life coaching. There is also a nurse practitioner at The Guild that uses a systems biological approach to get to the root causes of health issues and weight loss/management.

The Guild owner and founder Trish Beckman is a registered nurse who specializes in detoxifications protocols. “Fall is a great time to consider detoxing from the summer fun, especially as we head into the holidays,” Beckman says. She is a two-time cancer survivor and offers discounts to guild clients with stage 4 cancer or that are currently in treatment for cancer. She also hosts stage 4 cancer support meetings.

The Guild of Modern Wellness is located at 21415 W. Greenfield Ave., New Berlin. For more information, call 262-391-3876 or visit GuildOfWellness.com See ad on page 9.

Medical College of Wisconsin Cancer Center Experts Offer Free Breast Cancer Screenings at Wellness Body Mind & Spirit Expo

Experts from the Medical College of Wisconsin Cancer Center (MCWCC) will be at the Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo from noon to 3 p.m., November 19, to offer free 15-minute clinical breast exams from a qualified healthcare professional. Registration for a time slot is required. To register, visit Tinyurl.com/FreeBCancer ScreeningAtWBMSExpo

MCWCC’s health professionals will also discuss nutrition, exercise and stress management to prevent cancer and help improve emotional health, physical health and overall quality of life. Attendees can also acquire information about the latest cancer discoveries, and obtain additional resources to learn to avoid cancer and to help patients and families navigate cancer journeys.

Location: 4700 N. Port Washington Rd., Milwaukee. For more information, call 414-349-4932. See ad on page 3

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Epicure Presents Healthy Eating Solutions at the Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo, November 19

Epicure is a company that offers clean-ingredient and allergen-free meal solutions and pantry staples, such as seasonings, baking mixes, drinks and cookware. Shawna Jesse, the local Epicure good food ambassador, will have a table at the North Shore Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo on November 19. During the event, she will be offering gifts to each customer with a purchase.

Epicure’s line of products includes gluten-free, low-sodium, kosher, vegan and nutfree items. Epicure is a home-based business with a primary marketing focus on hosting fun, easy cooking-class-and-tasting parties. Parties can be held in person for a hands-on experience, or virtually for worldwide exposure.

Expo hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Holiday Inn Milwaukee Riverfront, 4700 Port Washington Rd., Milwaukee. For more information, call Shawna Jesse at 414-788-9325 or visit ShawnaJesse. Epicure.com/en-us See ad on page 3

A Natural Cost-Free Way To Attain Help and Healing

Licensed healing practitioner Brigitte Schneider will hold a free lecture from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on November 5 about a simple, cost-free way to attain healing and help through the teachings of Bruno Groening. Groening taught about a natural power, which he called the healing stream, that can heal the body; help with life issues; and bring peace, happiness and inner freedom.

Schneider has been working in her own practice for more than 30 years. For the last 20 years, she has been a member of the medical scientific group of the worldwide nonprofit organization, the Bruno Groening Circle of Friends. Although he died in 1959, medical doctors still document healings in this group, just as they did in his lifetime. Groening became known around the world for the mass healings that occurred when he spoke to people seeking help, emphasizing that “God is the greatest physician.” Schneider will give simple instructions on how to connect to the healing stream, and present medically verified healings. Many people report experiencing this healing power during such lectures.

Location: Plymouth Church UCC (Upper Level), 2717 E. Hampshire St., Milwaukee. For more information, contact Shala Kilmer at 414-949-2025 or visit Bruno-Groening.org See calendar event, page 38

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Pianist Ann Ruane Invites Us to Discover Our Inner Mosaic

Join local pianist Ann Ruane for a celebration of her newest CD of original piano compositions, Inner Mosaic, at a launch concert at 7 p.m. on October 28 at Dawes Studio Theater, in the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts. Inner Mosaic is a collection of unique, individual pieces that are part of life’s mystical mosaic: the beautiful, the challenging, the transforming and the inner invitation. Attendees can experience the full emotional palette of life through Ruane’s original music.

Ruane’s first CD, Return Home: The Echoes Resound, was released last year. Ruane is also the author of the three-book series, Fall in Love With the Whispers of Your Heart: A Guide to Transformation From the Inside Out. She’s an intuitive energy healer at Lux Eterna Healing, LLC.

Admission: $15. Location: 3270 Mitchell Park Dr., Brookfield. For more information about Ann Ruane, visit LuxEternaHealing.com. To purchase tickets for the Inner Mosaic launch concert, visit bit.ly/MosaicTix See ad on page 42

The Enchanted Forest Witches’ Ball

The Fellowship of Alternative Beliefs will host their annual Witches’ Ball from 4 to 11:30 p.m., October 28. Guests can dress in their witchiest best for an evening in the Enchanted Forest. Tickets include a dance party, a roast beef dinner with sides, vendors with eclectic wares, a costume contest and a Samhain Ritual at 6 p.m.

The Fellowship of Alternative Beliefs is a group of like-minded people that strive to be a positive, family-oriented and accessible atmosphere for educational exposure to alternative faiths. Their mission is to promote unity through spirituality, religious freedom and tolerance.

Cost: $40. Location: 3555 S. 13th St., Milwaukee. For more information, call 414-350-4291 or visit Tinyurl.com/TixEnchantedForestWitchesBall See calendar event on page 38

Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo: A OneStop Shop for Natural Wellness

The long-running Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo returns from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., November 19, at the Holiday Inn

Milwaukee River Front. The event features a plethora of wellness vendors, along with the newest advances in natural health awareness. Meet doctors, chiropractors, acupuncturists, psychologists, reiki masters, yoga professionals, psychics and life coaches. Sample and/or learn about gemstones, crystals, jewelry, essential oils, aromatherapy and organic products that can help one stay fit and healthy. The event includes free informative and enlightening presentations by life-enhancing specialists.

“Keeping yourself healthy and balanced with all these stressors around us is of major importance,” emphasizes event producer Dr. Joanne Flanagan. “You will learn ways to protect yourself from a harmful environment.”

Natural Awakenings Milwaukee is a sponsor of the Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo.

Cost: $7; free admission for veterans. Location: 4700 N. Port Washington Rd., Milwaukee. For more information, call 414-349-4932 or visit WellnessBodyMind Spirit.com See ad on page 3

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Fermented Foods for Brain Health

Yoga for Prostate Cancer Patients

The consumption of fermented products is on the rise as drinks like kombucha and kefir have become popular. They are a source of tryptophan, an amino acid critical to producing serotonin, the brain chemical that influences mood, and may also contain neurotransmitters in their raw form. Research has shown that eating fermented foods may have long- and short-term impacts on brain function, such as reducing stress.

Led by researchers at University College Cork, in Ireland, a new large study has begun to compare 200 fermented foods from around the world to pinpoint which ones are the most beneficial for brain health. Although still in its initial stages, preliminary results have already revealed some surprises. Almost all of the fermented foods display the potential to improve gut and brain health. While more research is needed, sugar- and vegetable-based fermented foods are likely to top the list, according to the lead researcher.

According to the American Cancer Society, about one man in eight will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime, with six in 10 of these cases in men 65 years and older. Non-Hispanic Black men have a 75 percent higher risk and are twice as likely to die from prostate cancer than white men, with genetics accounting for some of these disparities.

Researchers from The University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio evaluated the impact of yoga on quality of life, as well as on immune and inflammatory responses. Published in the Journal of Urology, the study included 30 men with cancer that were scheduled for radical prostate removal. Half of the patients performed 60 minutes of yoga twice a week for six weeks before surgery and for three to six weeks after surgery. The other patients received standard care.

The group that performed yoga reported higher quality-of-life scores, including reduced fatigue and improvements in physical, sexual, functional and social well-being. Based on blood samples, the scientists also found that yoga promoted an anti-tumor immune response and reduced inflammatory cytokine levels.

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Eco-Friendly Fall Yard Cleanup

As first frosts arrive, annual plants die back and perennials begin to go dormant. This can create a considerable amount of leaf litter and dead stalks as the once-lush garden and yard turn brown. Many people mow and rake up the debris so that the ground is neat and bare. This winter, consider allowing at least some of this fallen foliage to remain where it lands. This will benefit the local ecosystem and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in landfills.

OFFER SHELTER TO BENEFICIAL CREATURES

When temperatures drop, many insects live or leave eggs in fallen plant materials. By resisting the urge to tidy our yards, we can protect biodiversity and preserve beneficial

bugs, such as stick insects, pill bugs and millipedes. While bumblebees hibernate underground, other bee species find their way into the hollow stems of native plants to rest and wait for spring. Certain butterflies find cozy shelter in plant litter, and some caterpillars roll themselves up in fallen leaves. Toads and salamanders lie dormant in the ground or under the protection of plant debris.

PROVIDE FOOD FOR BIRDS AND SMALL CRITTERS

Birds are drawn to highly textured landscapes with a diversity of plants. They feed on seed heads left standing and forage for insects among the litter. When snow piles

up on fallen foliage, voles and mice scavenge through the debris for seeds and nuts. Squirrels and opossums may find edibles in the layers of mulch. The extra plant material on the ground creates habitats for more spring insects that will benefit birds, toads and other creatures when the snow melts.

PRESERVE ROOT SYSTEMS

Perennial root systems tucked in for winter with a protective blanket of garden waste are less likely to be harmed by extreme cold temperatures. The ground is also less likely to freeze and thaw as the temperatures vary.

FOSTER HEALTHY SOIL

Take a walk through the woods in the fall. Leaves drop; plants die back; and the ground is carpeted with a rich layer of composting materials. This loamy soil in the woods is some of the healthiest to be found. In the spring, plants reappear through the layer of humus without effort.

UNBURDEN THE LANDFILL

If saving the plants, insects and birds isn’t motivation enough, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency states that yard debris takes up as much as 6 percent of all waste in landfills, producing methane as it breaks down. If the garden or yard must be cleaned up, pile the material onsite or take it to a compost site instead of putting it in the trash.

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Essential Autumn Lawn Care Tips for a Vibrant Landscape

by Patti Beres

Fall lawn winterization is key for maintaining healthy soil and vibrant lawns throughout the year. Freezing temperatures, snow, ice and limited sunlight challenge spring regrowth. Proper maintenance strategies soothe the frosty sting of a “lawn” winter nap.

Fertilizer is lawn food. The variety, timing and amount applied determines overall lawn vitality. Root systems absorb and store nutrients for use during dormancy, similar to energy in hibernating animals. Applying a balanced winter fertilizer before the first frost is ideal. Organic, slow-release products provide a steady nutrient supply over an extended period. Packed

with rich, natural ingredients, they sustainably promote soil health and strong roots while enhancing resistance to cold, disease and drought.

Proper lawn maintenance also involves regular mowing at the highest deck height. Taller grass holds more nutrient reserves and cozier root insulation. Minimize debris and leaves, as they can create an environment favorable to disease and pest infestations.

Prioritizing proper winter care for Midwest lawns sets the foundation for spring success. Lush and vibrant lawns are the prime standard for natural resistance to weeds, disease and drought throughout the rest of

the year and reduce the need for chemical interventions and costly renovations.

Patti Beres is the owner of Be Green Pro LLC landscape services, in Delafield, where they are committed to green property care. For more information, call 262-361-4034 or visit BeGreen.pro See ad page 43.

Blue Sky Breath Instills Calm in a Hectic World

by Sheila Julson

When Carrie Schaal of Blue Sky Breath reached the pinnacle of her corporate career, she thought she would feel accomplished and happy. Instead, she was burned out, fatigued and experiencing brain fog. After receiving a diagnosis of Hashimoto’s disease from her doctor and having other therapies fail to help, her naturopathic doctor recommended breathwork.

“Breathwork was the game changer for me,” she relates. Not only did she feel less stress, both her immune system function and Hashimoto’s symptoms improved. Schaal was inspired to share breathwork with other people, so she studied with long-time Milwaukee breathwork expert Jim Morningstar, co-director of the Global Professional Breathwork Alliance and founder of InWellness. Schaal opened Blue Sky Breath in October 2022.

Breathwork is an umbrella term for any conscious, deliberate, breathing technique, Schaal reveals. “Because you can be deliberate about breathing, you can change the state of your body to induce calmness or increase energy through functional breathwork.” She says that once that is mastered, one can also use activational breathwork: a style of breathwork used to release stuck trauma in order to create positive changes in life.

Schaal offers private and small group sessions at her studio. She will also travel to lead corporate and customized breathwork educational events, and has worked with veteran nonprofits. She explains that people can use breathing techniques to calm the nervous system, which in turn helps reduce stress and anxiety, lower blood pressure, strengthen immune function and improve sleep.

Many people don’t think about how they’re breathing, Schaal observes, and instead assume that because they’ve been naturally breathing during their whole lives, they don’t need to try something different. She reminds us that we should “think about all the times in society that we’re told to take a deep breath to calm down, or how Lamaze classes teach breathing and relaxation to cope with pain during labor and childbirth.” She notes, “There’s science and research that shows how slow, deliberate breathing can change heartbeat variability.”

Schaal relates that, due to the current popularity of modalities such as meditation and breathwork, people will often consult online videos or go to an event led by a celebrity wellness expert

to learn about such topics. She emphasizes the importance of consulting certified breathwork specialists to determine what works best for each individual, like with any wellness modality that has different styles and offshoots.

She adds that pregnant women or people with severe mental illnesses need to heed caution before starting a breathwork program. Schaal does thorough background questionnaires for every client, and helps them to understand their intentions.

BREATHWORK ANYTIME, ANYWHERE

It’s easy to not think about breathing during our day-to-day stressful lives, Schaal points out, which results in most people taking short, shallow breaths through the mouth. This does not deliver all the oxygen to the body through proper breathing channels, and thus is not as beneficial as taking deep, diaphragmatic breaths though the nose.

“For functional breathing, it’s recommended to breathe through your nose, and less through mouth, and to use the diaphragm muscle,” Schaal describes. “Your belly should expand out while breathing through the nose.”

For improved sleep, Schaal recommends the “four-seveneight” breath: “Breathe in for four seconds, hold for seven seconds, and then release your breath for a count of eight seconds, and feel your body sink into the bed.”

She adds that a six-breath-per-minute routine is therapeutic when feeling overwhelmed or anxious. “Do a five-second inhale and a five-second exhale through the nose. Try this to decrease anxiety and stress while also increasing dopamine and serotonin,” she advises. “Breathing is a feeling activity, not a thinking activity.”

Breathwork requires no extensive time commitment or costly equipment, and it can be done anytime, anywhere. “My goal is to teach people how to do it so they can go off and do it on their own.

I don’t need someone to be my client for two years. I just want to teach people how to get control of their functional breath so that they can find peace and tranquility in a hectic world.”

Blue Sky Breath is located at 4650 N. Port Washington Rd., Ste. 330, Glendale. For more information, call 650-339-3239 or visit BlueSkyBreath.com. See ad on page 12

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Kiralily Healing Shares Intuitive Gifts

by Sheila Julson

Kim Knutson of Kiralily Healing has always had a natural gift of intuition. After an injury forced her to retire early from her career as a dental hygienist, she sought to find a new way to continue helping people with their overall health.

After having reiki treatments and attending many holistic health fairs, Knutson “felt very drawn to this method of healing in all its different modalities. I signed up for a year-long program to discover and develop my intuitive gifts, while learning a form of energy healing,” she says.

From there, Knutson explored crystal reiki, reiki levels I and II, intuitive tarot, and a six-month clairvoyant program. She recently completed a reiki master-level attunement. Earlier this year, she formed Kiralily Healing, with Kiralily representing three of her pet’s names: her angel dog and cat Kala and Lily and current pup Iris. She offers reiki, sound healing, crystal energy healing and aromatherapy, declaring, “I feel like I am doing what my soul has really wanted me to do.”

Reiki is a Japanese form of energy healing that promotes deep relaxation through gentle touch. A complementary therapy, reiki is frequently used to reduce stress and anxiety. Knutson explains that reiki is beneficial for whole-body, mind and spirit wellness: “It can relieve stress and anxiety, help alleviate pain, and improve your sleep. It is also beneficial at relieving symptoms of addiction and post-traumatic stress disorder, and can be very supportive to someone going through cancer or other medical treatments or therapy.”

Knutson’s services are not à la carte; rather, each session is customized using any or all of the modalities in her wellness tool box. With each reiki session, she pulls an oracle card for the client to see what message their higher self has for them that day.

Individuals that are new to reiki and energy healing may not know what options they truly want or need, so Knutson strives to make reiki approachable for everyone. “Many people have either not heard of reiki or really don’t understand what it is, or they think it’s ‘woo-woo’. As someone with a bachelor’s in science, learning the science behind this method of healing was important to me.”

Reiki is not used to completely cure serious medical conditions, Knutson emphasizes, but it can be an effective supplement to medical care. She compares reiki’s relaxation properties to that of relaxation massage.

In addition to reiki, Knutson offers sound healing, crystal energy healing and aromatherapy. She also does short oracle and tarot readings. Her line of handcrafted wellness products includes three different scented candles made with all-natural soy, essential oils, organic herbs and crystals. “Most also have wood wicks, and all of them are infused with reiki energy,” Knutson adds.

Some of Knutson’s candles are poured into custom, reusable ceramic pieces that are made locally by More Than a Sparrow Pottery. Candles are available in limited quantities at Kiralily studio or through her online store.

Knutson offers 30- or 60-minute, in-person sessions at Kiralily Healing in Waukesha, or virtual-distance sessions. She will also be a vendor at the Holistic Healing & Wellness Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., October 21, at the Waukesha Elks Lodge. She will provide reiki mini-sessions and oracle/tarot readings while also selling her candles.

Kiralily Healing is located at 821 Meadowbrook Rd., Ste. 119, Waukesha. For more information, email KiralilyHealing@gmail.com or visit KiralilyHealing.glossgenius.com or KiralilyHealing.myshopify.com See ad on page 46

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TRADITIONAL WORLD HEALING WISDOM RETURNING TO OUR ROOTS

by Carrie Jackson

With time-tested wisdom and natural roots, traditional and Indigenous medicine has been an integral resource for centuries in communities around the world. According to the World Health Organization, 88 percent of all countries are estimated to use traditional medicine, such as herbal remedies, acupuncture and shamanism. The contribution of these practices is increasingly being recognized by Western medicine, especially in collaboration with integrative, holistic and regenerative medicine. The pandemic prompted renewed interest in traditional treatments, and incorporating them into wellness and healing modalities is easier and more valuable than ever.

HERBALISM

Herbalist and spiritual coach Lucretia VanDyke integrates rituals, plant- spirit meditation, holistic food and ancestor reverence into her practice. An expert on Southern folk healing, VanDyke notes in her book, African American Herbalism, that Indigenous practices were never lost, but people had to go underground for fear of persecution.

“Herbal and sacred ceremonial practices of enslaved people of African descent were highly regulated or banned by the United States government in an effort to control the people most affected by colonization,” she explains. “In the mid-18th century, Virginia and South Carolina made it a capital offense to practice herbalism, resulting in harsh punishment or even execution if found guilty. Additionally, in 1883, the U.S. Department of Interior came up with the Code of Indian Offenses, which implemented laws that applied only to Native people until 1978. They were punished for dances and feasts by imprisonment or withholding food rations for up to 30 days.”

Noting a resurgence of these once-forbidden practices, VanDyke adds, “Today, I see people trying to branch out on their spiritual journey and seeking sources outside their Christian upbringing to answer questions within themselves with practices like herbalism and African traditional religion coming more into the mainstream.”

Linda M. Conroy, MSS, MLSP, is an educator, herbalist and community organizer who dedicates her life to connect-

ing with the green world. She is the founder of two annual gatherings: the Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference and the Mycelium Mysteries Women’s Mushroom Conference. She also provides herbal education, workshops and individual consultations through her Wisconsin-based business, Moonwise Herbs.

“Herbalism is a practice where people connect and work with plants for healing and nourishment,” she says. “Plants, herbs and mushrooms have been around long before we have and provide an innate connection to the earth. Everyone has ancestors that grew and foraged for their own food, and we remember that in our being. It’s a different experience from buying a plant or pill from the store shelf.”

Misconceptions about herbalism are common in America, Conroy asserts. “In other countries such as Cuba, Germany and China, conventionally trained physicians still learn about more than 50 herbs in their training, but the United States all but abandoned herbalism after the development of antibiotics and pharmaceuticals,” she explains. “The pandemic has helped spawn a resurgence of interest, with people increasingly disappointed by Western medicine and turning to herbs for respiratory support, stress management and other conditions.”

Conroy stresses that working with herbs is both an art and a science. Learning their unique properties is key. “In order to be truly effective, it’s imperative that people know how to properly choose and use the correct herb for each situation. This includes being mindful of the dosage, method of delivery and sourcing. Herbs are much safer than most things out there, and with the right assessment skills, they can be truly transformative,” she says. Another recommendation is to establish a wellness routine that incorporates herbs as maintenance to remind the body of their healing value. “Herbs are not drugs but can work in synergy with them. Many common ingredients can be used every day, such as a stinging nettle infusion to nourish the kidneys and lungs, and oats to fortify the nervous system,” Conroy says. “Acquiring our herbs and foods from local sources also strengthens our connection to the plants. Most things we need, such as garlic, cabbage, eggs and raw honey, we can find in our own garden, from neighbors or at a farmers market.”

ENERGY HEALING

Billie Topa Tate’, a member of the Mescalero Apache tribe, is founder of MSI Wellness, in Evanston, Illinois, and author of the upcoming book, Spirit Guide Invocations: Seeking Wisdom from Sacred Helpers Dedicated to creating a sacred space one person at a time through her Indigenous teachings, she is a mentor, teacher and healer. Her work has been shared by several universities and publications.

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According to Topa Tate’, a shamanic journey is a visit to the energy world and can lead someone to insightful wisdom regarding their life’s purpose. “The spirit world provides a release of the thoughts that limit us and brings us into a realm where we can be guided by higher thought,” she explains. “Visiting the spirit world with proper guidance allows us to access the worlds of healing, wisdom, angels, the past, the future and even the symbolic energies of our present lives through our mind. Another way to find this release is to understand that words are energy carriers and can provide our mind, body and spirit with a source of enlightenment. We do this through our drumming songs and ceremonies, but also by becoming more aware and harnessing the power of words as medicine in everyday actions.”

Energy work can help us reconnect with that part of ourselves that facilitates healing, says Topa Tate’. “I recommend beginning the day with a five-minute morning ceremony that gives thanks to the creator for a beautiful day and invokes our helpers to offer assistance with particular projects. As a healer, it is important to teach people how

to manage their stress with more productive platforms, such as meditation, nature walks and seeking out their life’s purpose. There is a misconception that only Native people can do this energy work, but we are all one family and can learn how to integrate the natural wellness that the Native people have used for centuries,” she explains.

TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is based on the philosophy, experiments and experiences indigenous to Chinese culture. It has been practiced for more than 2,500 years and is used for health maintenance as well as the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental illness. According to Dr. Heming Zhu, NCCAOM, a board-certified acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist, author, educator, scientist and founder of Harmony Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, in Maryland, the basis of TCM lies in the belief that the human body is a holistic system deeply connected to the universe.

“TCM is influenced by the flow of vital energy called qi. To restore the balance of qi and gain the harmony of life’s paired aspects known as yin and yang, TCM practitioners use various techniques, including acupuncture, moxibustion [burning herbs at acupressure points], herbal medicine, massage, qigong and dietary therapy,” Zhu explains.

Zhu says that TCM modalities fit into either a physical therapy or chemical therapy category and can be introduced for regular maintenance. “Acupuncture is commonly used for addressing fatigue, stress, pain, gastrointestinal issues, arthritis and improving overall well-being. Cupping is beneficial for relieving stress and muscle soreness. Tui-na, a form of therapeutic massage, is used for musculoskeletal disorders, digestive issues, pain and more. Gua sha helps manage stress and alleviate muscle tension and pain. Moxibustion can boost energy, improve digestion and address cold-related ailments. Qigong and tai chi are gentle, mind-body exercises that reduce stress and promote relaxation and overall mental well-being. Chemical therapy includes herbal medicine and dietary therapy to emphasize the con-

nection between food and health,” he says. TCM can be incorporated into an established wellness routine, and Zhu offers a few guidelines to ensure the best results. “People should seek education on the basic principles of TCM and be intentional not to judge it by Western medicine standards. They should find a licensed and experienced TCM practitioner and keep an open mind in initial consultations. Simple TCM practices, such as mindful breathing, gentle stretching or drinking herbal teas, can be incorporated into a daily wellness routine, and lifestyle changes, such as sleep routines and stress management, are part of the healing process,” Zhu says.

EMOTIONAL HEALING

“There are multiple factors to illness, but often our emotions and trauma, either intergenerational or personal, are at the core,” VanDyke says. “Creating ceremonies based on the old ways gives you the strength to show up for yourself and makes it a little easier to move through the experience. Grief is a multilayer process, and it takes a holistic approach to co-create a path to a new normal. Our emotions are like invisible chains that bind us in a trauma loop, and having support for that is important. Nurturing the spirit is one thing that Western medicine does not talk about. I find that laughter, joy, pleasure and feeding the child-like spirit in us helps with this when life gets heavy. Ask yourself how you prioritize joy, and create your own rituals that center traditions while honoring your true self.”

Carrie Jackson is a Chicago-based freelance writer. Connect at CarrieJacksonWrites.com

The Healing Arts of Qigong and Tai Chi

WELL-BEING THROUGH INTENTIONAL MOVEMENTS

by Nadia Linda Hole, M.D.

studies involving 1,061 seniors with mild cognitive impairment suggested that tai chi training could be effective in improving cognitive function, including memory, learning, mental speed and attention. And, a 10-week study by Brown University researchers reported that cancer patients that practiced qigong displayed clinically significant improvements in fatigue.

ACCELERATING THE HEALING PROCESS

Qigong is more than a modern wellness practice. It’s a 5,000-year-old Chinese healing art steeped in tradition. At its core, qigong revolves around the concept of qi (pronounced “chee”), considered to be the life-force energy that permeates the universe. Like love, qi can act as a potent healing agent, restoring inner peace, balance and harmony. Gong refers to the dedication and effort invested in mastering this skill, a journey marked by patience and repetition. Qigong is a moving, meditative practice aimed at harmonizing internal energies, and it is related to tai chi, which originated as a martial art.

BENEFITS AND SCIENTIFIC VALIDATION

The practice of qigong involves breath work, movement, mindfulness and stretching. It is performed with intention, yet emptiness (wuji), enabling practitioners to cultivate a stronger, deeper mind-body-spirit connection that allows for heightened stillness, clarity, vitality, awareness and sense of self. It has been clinically documented to alleviate stress, enhance energy levels, improve physical fitness and promote cardiopulmonary and immune function.

A 2020 study published in Frontiers in Medicine reported that qigong improved balance and coordination in older adults. In presenting their scientific approach and rationale, the researchers noted, “Qigong is an integral part of both ancient and modern Chinese medical practice and is now a popular mind-body wellness technique in the United States, as well. An estimated 2.9 million U.S. adults practiced either tai chi, qigong or both in 2012.”

In a 2012 study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, researchers found that tai chi could enhance brain size and improve neuropsychological measures in elderly individuals, potentially delaying the onset of Alzheimer’s. A systematic review of 11

“Knowing yourself is the real practice,” says David Stokes Hone, a naturopathic doctor, medical qigong master and founder of the Elements of Life Institute. “As practitioners, all we’re doing is reminding people of the divine connection that’s inside of them. Qigong helps clear blockages and move the stuck qi out. Just doing the practices, we allow our bodies to heal through the movement that helps us have the faith to heal. The blocks and addictions melt into the light formed by the exercises.”

According to Hone, the profound transformations achieved through qigong can range from the dramatic, such as restoring sensation in a paraplegic’s legs, to the more subtle, like the emergence of a smile. He recalls the story of a young woman entrenched in addiction who managed to turn her life around after embracing the practice.

Kevin Chen, Ph.D., a qigong master and associate professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, introduced qigong to his father with chronic back pain as a way to alleviate his suffering and avoid a recommended surgery.

PRINCIPLES OF QIGONG

For beginners, Tai Chi Master Violet Li emphasizes relaxation and mindfulness. “True relaxation is more a state of mind,” she explains. “When we pay attention to our body, the qi will follow.” Troy Bennett, a doctor of acupuncture and qigong master from Newfoundland, Canada, shares eight principles that he learned from Qigong Grandmaster Effie Chow.

MEDITATE. Whenever a problem arises, meditate and wait for the answer to come. If you come to the conclusion that you can’t fix the problem, then it’s not in your hands, so don’t worry about it.

BE LIKE THE WILLOW TREE Learn to be flexible in the body, mind and spirit.

BREATHE. The quality of your breath will determine the quality of your life. Breathe like a newborn baby.

CONNECT Everyone and everything in the universe is connected through qi. Remember the smallest thing you do in life will have an effect on the universe. Always hold the intention of love.

TRAIN FOR SUCCESS Remember to always help people become the best that they can become.

LEAVE A BLESSING Whenever you meet someone, always give a blessing. Your kindness can have the most powerful effect on someone’s life and transform them in ways you can only dream of.

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LAUGHS DAILY Don’t take life so seriously. Learn to laugh and enjoy life.

LIVE. When Dr. Chow was asked, “What happens when you die?” she laughed and said, “I cannot answer that question. There is no such thing as death. There is only life.”

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Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine

SUPPORTING PETS WITH ANCIENT HEALING WISDOM

by Kiki Powers

For years, we have seen a growing appreciation in contemporary culture for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and the complementary role it can play within Western medicine. Based upon thousands of years of observation, this natural healing approach can be valuable not just for humans, but also for animal companions.

Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) includes the use of food therapy, acupuncture, Chinese herbs and tui-na massage to maintain health and treat disease. Some pets with chronic arthritic pain, inflammatory bowel disease, nerve damage, epilepsy,

cancer and other long-term ailments may not respond well to conventional treatments, or the side effects of Western medicine may cause even more problems. That is when TCVM can intercede to provide relief.There are a few basic principles governing TCVM. Qi is the life force that flows freely when a pet is healthy and may be blocked or weak when a pet becomes ill. Yin-and-yang refers to the interplay between natural dualities—such as light and dark or hot and cold—and the need to maintain a balance between these opposing properties. There are five elements—wood, fire, earth, metal and water—which also need to be in balance for optimal health. During an examination, a TCM vet will determine what is out of balance and develop a customized treatment plan.

FOOD THERAPY

Dr. Ruth Roberts, an integrative veterinarian and pet health coach, applies TCM principles when designing a whole-foods diet to optimize pet well-being and support healthy longevity. “Under TCM principles, foods have warming, cooling or neutral properties when they interact with a pet’s natural energy, and the goal is to find a balance,” she explains. “Many pet ailments may stem from or be related to imbalances within the body, as well as environmental factors, all of which underscore the need for the proper nutritional balance.”

According to Roberts, in a hot climate, a pet might need cooling foods, such as turkey, fish, banana, celery, kelp, spinach, broccoli, cabbage, cucumber and melon. In colder temperatures, warming foods such as mutton, deer, chicken, ginger, squash and pumpkin are advisable. When designing a balancing diet, neutral foods may be needed, including pork, bison, salmon, tuna, carrots, green beans, peas, olive oil and shiitake mushrooms.

ACUPUNCTURE

Veterinary acupuncture is becoming increasingly popular to relieve pain or treat ailments, including allergies, seizures, reproductive problems and liver and kidney disease. The procedure involves the insertion of very thin needles into specific points on the body, thereby stimulating nerve endings, which then conduct impulses to

the brain and spinal cord. It is best to consult an experienced, licensed acupuncturist or TCVM specialist that specifically treats pets.

In a 2017 study published in the Canadian Veterinary Journal , researchers found, “Acupuncture alone or in combination with analgesics reduced pain and improved quality of life in dogs with neurological and musculoskeletal diseases. Dogs with musculoskeletal disorders had a better improvement in chronic pain and locomotion than those with neurological disorders.”

CHINESE HERBS

TCVM uses a number of herbs, roots, mushrooms, bark and other plant-based ingredients to help pets with immune dysfunction, gastrointestinal issues, skin conditions, liver and kidney disease and other longterm, chronic conditions. When it comes to more serious pet health issues, such as osteosarcoma (bone cancer), Roberts suggests the strategic use of full-spectrum hemp extract (CBD), cannabis oil (THC) and medicinal mushrooms. Dosages will differ for each individual pet. It is best to consult an integrative veterinarian or pet nutritionist.

“In several documented cases, a combination of homeopathy, TCM, medicinal mushrooms and CBD-THC solutions working together synergistically with a healing diet have helped dogs outlive their bone cancer diagnosis without harmful side effects, stressful procedures or complicated vet visits, all at a dramatically reduced cost,” Roberts says. “As they say, ‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,’ especially where our beloved animal family members are concerned.”

TUI-NA MASSAGE

Also under the TCVM umbrella, tui-na massage uses kneading, pressing and rolling techniques to improve a pet’s health and balance. Among the conditions that respond well to this type of massage are arthritis, muscle tension and soreness, stress and anxiety, joint paint and mobility issues. The technique focuses on stimulating acupuncture points and energy pathways, or meridians, that promote the smooth flow of qi throughout the body. This treatment can

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INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

“I strongly believe Traditional Chinese Medicine is good medicine. Western medicine is great medicine. However, the best medicine is an integration of both because each of them has their own strengths and weaknesses,” says Dr. Huisheng Xie, DVM, Ph.D., a clinical professor of integrative medicine at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, in Gainesville.

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According to Xie, TCVM is weak in diagnosis because it does not have sophisticated diagnostic technology. Western medicine’s weakness is the large amount of side effects associated with conventional drugs. “That’s why the best medicine is to integrate both to avoid the weaknesses and take advantage of the strengths of each,” he says.

Kiki Powers is a health writer, blogger and national speaker specializing in plantbased nutrition and healthy green living. Learn more at RawKiki.com

How Humans Can Live Longer Without Taking Drugs, Help Lower Global Temperatures & Save the Planet From Burning At The Same Time

by Dr. Eric Weisman

Eight billion humans now live on the planet, and that number increases every day. Average life expectancy for males in the U.S. is now down to 71 years and females are down to 79 years. The number one cause of death is progressive arterial blockage disease known as atherosclerosis and the heart, brain and cancer diseases that are complications of atherosclerosis.

Humans heavily contribute to the progressive devastation of trees and green forest land we are currently facing. Humans breathe in oxygen and convert it to carbon dioxide (CO2). This increases the concentration of CO2, methane, and nitrous oxide in the air.

Where Are Most of the Gases that Cause Devastating Fires and Global Temperature Increases Coming From?

A huge contributing factor is the decrease in forest lands. Oxygen-producing trees and green forest lands transform or exchange CO2, methane, and nitrous oxide which help to neutralize the release of these greenhouse gases. For hundreds of years, forests and trees have been progressively destroyed and eradicated by asphalt road projects, driveways, housing projects, massive building projects, parking ramps, paved streets and highways with catastrophic consequences.

The raising and slaughter of animals for human consumption, coupled with huge amounts of gases that come from animal and human waste fecal waste, are producing massive temperature increases as progressively fewer trees and green forest vegetation exist to neutralize the deadly gases.

Humans and animals cannot breathe asphalt, cement, and particulate matter from fossil fuel-burning energy plants and automobile gas engines.

How to Improve Human Health, Increase Life Expectancy and Stop the Planet from Burning

By switching to food plans with plantbased protein ingredients, humans can make a huge progressive improvement in air quality. There are foods available for humans and pets alike that do not produce toxic waste and animal sewage as a result of their production. These include plants and plant-based foods such as Impossible burgers, Beyond Meat burgers, Chic’n chunks, and Evolution Diet Cat and Dog Foods for pets.

Non-GMO plant-based protein diets for humans also significantly reduces progressive arterial blockage disease which is the number one cause of death in the U.S. and Canada. Arterial blockage disease (atherosclerosis) is largely due to eating slaughter animal fats—LDL cholesterol. According to current NIH & CDC research, atherosclerosis is the largest cause of death for Americans every day with heart disease, brain failure, dementias and immune system failure-related cancers.

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Adjusting to Parenthood

by Emily Aleksy

Becoming parents is an amazing step—but one that also can be unexpectedly tricky. While in one way it’s a happy time, it can be really stressful if both partners aren’t in agreement about how they will share the load of parenting. Even those not new to parenting should consider revisiting these topics with their partner or coparent. It’s never too late to work out a better balance so that each person feels that their needs have been considered.

Talk to each other. Seriously. For example, discuss each person’s expectations of the postpartum period, such as which parent will get up at night. Perhaps it’s both. Discuss who will do the feedings, diaper changes, doctor’s appointments, and shopping for supplies, such as diapers and clothing. Consider how to ensure that each partner will meet their individual needs: social, physical, mental health, sleep, nutrition, etc. Consider completing a postpartum plan together so that each parent knows what to expect and can refer back to it when needed.

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Discovering the World of Martial Arts

A LOOK AT FIVE POPULAR MODALITIES

by Carrie Jackson

Traditional martial arts date back more than 2,000 years and have blossomed into about 200 styles. While originally devised to assist in hunting and protect against enemies, these practices also offer philosophical and spiritual guidance as practitioners establish a mind-body-spirit connection. According to Statista, a German-based market research company, nearly 6.2 million people in the U.S. participate in some form of this sport.“Martial

arts are for everyone, and it’s never too late to start,” says John Fonseca, an Illinois-based trainer specializing in karate, jiu-jitsu and other self-defense modalities. He is the first karate athlete in the world to win repeat gold medals at the Pan American Games, the first American to medal at the Karate World Championships in almost 16 years, and the first American to win the Paris Open in more than 30 years.

According to Fonseca, “Short-term benefits of any martial art include improved fitness, self-confidence and stress relief. While long-term benefits are hard to count, they may include increased discipline, self-defense skills and a sense of personal growth. Remember: Every black belt was just a white belt that never gave up.”

When advising beginners, the champion says, “It’s important to choose a style that suits your goals and fitness level. Each modality offers unique benefits. Find a reputable instructor or school, start gradually to avoid injury and maintain a consistent practice routine for better progress.”

KARATE

With origins in Okinawa, Japan, dating back to the 17th century, the guiding principles of karate include respect, humility, perseverance and self-discipline. “A karate practice starts with kihon, or basic fundamentals, that include a variety of punches, kicks, knee strikes, elbow strikes, blocks and stances,” Fonseca explains. “These techniques are practiced repeatedly to develop muscle memory, accuracy and power. They are further developed in choreographed sequences called kata, which simulate various applications for self-defense situations.”

Practitioners perform these routines solo in a specific order and then practice the bunkai, or applications, with a partner to develop self-defense skills. “Lastly, kumite is the sparring component of karate training to develop timing, distance, adaptability and the ability to receive and deliver strikes. It involves practicing techniques and strategies against a live, resisting opponent. Depending on the training level and focus, kumite can range from

controlled, pre-arranged drills to freestyle sparring with varying levels of contact,” says Fonseca.

CAPOEIRA

A martial art disguised as dance, capoeira is performed to music and traditional songs, including rhythmic clapping and drumming. Players form a circle, at the center of which two participants engage with one another in a combination of fighting and dancing. The art form was created in Brazil by African slaves in the mid-16th century. Although banned by the government after the abolition of slavery in 1888, many people continued to practice in hidden spaces. Modern capoeira was later developed around 1930, with several styles taking on their own characteristics. Emphasizing deception, flexibility and fluidity, participants learn discipline, confidence and self-control, while the use of music and instruments provides a multi-sensory experience.

AIKIDO

Aikido, which means “the way of harmony with the spirit,” originated in 14th-century Japan and was modernized during the 1920s. Although it is mainly a throwing and pinning art, practitioners also utilize strikes, kicks, sweeps and come-alongs.

According to Greg O’Connor, chief instructor at Aikido Centers of New Jersey, “Aikido is the most challenging and most ethical of the martial arts, and the most difficult to achieve any level of black belt rank. Our practice requires working with a partner on the specific attack and technique demonstrated by the instructor. Each partner takes turns in this practice with safety for each other in mind, and we train to handle an aggressor with the full awareness that there are no rules in a self-defense situation.”

O’Connor describes aikido as a magical skill, because as the participants learn to be patient and persevere, they often discover eye-opening alternatives to violence. It requires full integration of mind, body and spirit, as well as an awareness of how our minds and emotions can work against us, he says.

JIU-JITSU

Jiu-jitsu originated in Japan, evolving over centuries, with Brazilian jiu-jitsu further developing in the early 20th century. Fonseca says that the practice focuses on leverage, technique over strength, control and adaptation. Students will first learn and practice positions, transitions, escapes and submissions, then

engage in those techniques with a partner to refine their movements, timing and muscle memory.

“Live sparring, known as rolling, is a crucial aspect of jiu-jitsu training. During rolling, practitioners engage in controlled but dynamic matches with resisting opponents. The goal is to apply learned techniques, gain positional control and attempt submissions,” Fonseca explains. “Rolling helps students develop timing, adaptability and practical application of techniques; enhances concentration, awareness, self-esteem and focus; and creates a sense of balance and calm.”

TAEKWONDO

The Korean-based practice of taekwondo was developed during the 1940s as a blend of native fighting styles. Students learn kicking, punching and blocking techniques, which are applied to various forms of self-defense. According to the International Taekwondo Association, the philosophy is to build a more peaceful world, and that starts with developing individual character and positive morale. Through repeated practice and exercises, students learn courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and an indomitable spirit. These five tenets are recited at the start and end of every class and become the foundation of both the students’ development as individuals and as martial artists.

Carrie Jackson is a Chicago-based freelance writer. Connect at CarrieJacksonWrites.com

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The Modern Macrobiotic Diet

MORE THAN TOFU AND SEAWEED

by Veronica Hinke

So much has evolved in the 100 years since Japanese educator George Ohsawa created the macro biotic diet. For one thing, the recipes have become more flexible, empow ering people to save time and use ingredients that they love. “The modern macrobiotic diet is about much more than tofu, seaweed and miso,” says chef and author Christina Pirello, the Emmy Award-winning host of Christina Cooks, on PBS . “It’s about sea sonal, whole, unpro cessed food cooked in ac cordance with each person’s condition and lifestyle.”

“In the beginning, there was ri gidity that didn’t give you the freedom to say, ‘I don’t want to eat adzuki beans again,’” Pirello says. “Variety is key. You can’t just eat kale and drink smoothies and hope for the best. You have to get balanced nutrition with enough protein, fats and carbohydrates.”

According to Pirello, “What we eat determines how we move through the world. Are we comfortable or uncomfortable? In Chinese medicine, we are either in a state of ease or dis-ease, which became the word disease, but in Chinese medicine, it really means uncomfortable. What do you do to get back into that state of ease, or balance? That’s really what macrobiotics is about; how do you rebalance the body—the organs—to be comfortable?”

Eating in accordance with the natural order—with the seasons—is an essential concept of the macrobiotic diet and

includes fall, winter, spring, summer and a fifth season, “late harvest.”

The idea is to follow our intuition, Pirello advises: “If you walk into the supermarket in November, you’re not immediately attracted to cherry tomatoes and strawberries, but the winter squashes, pumpkins and parsnips call your name. Macrobiotics allows us to understand that— even here in the United States where foods are so widely available that you can have strawberries at Christmas.”

Her recipe for Winter Squash Risotto, which is featured in her new cookbook, , is just one example of the delicious macrobiotic dishes she has developed. “This risotto is perfect for cooler weather, when we need to keep energy in our middle organs so we are warm and cozy, centered and balanced,” Pirello says. “Come winter and fall, we want foods that are going to help the body hold onto heat. Squash, pumpkin, turnips and rutabaga are going to help relax the body and the middle organs and help us stay grounded, centered and warm. The risotto is cooked really long, so there’s a lot of warming energy that will help you in cold weather.”

“There has to be a period when the body transitions from the heat of summer into the cool of the fall,” says Chicago area-based macrobiotic counselor Karla Walter. “That’s when we have those beautiful orange foods starting to come out, and the squashes start

arriving. We have this really lovely, sweet time of the year that actually nourishes the body and helps the immune system ramp up and get ready for colder weather.”

Walter recommends the macrobiotic diet for finding calmness and rhythm. “When we eat healthy foods that sustain us, our goals come to the surface where we can see them a lot clearer. People don’t know their potential until they start to feel good about themselves,” she says.

Lisa Books-Williams, a plant-based chef, educator and therapist in the San Francisco area, encourages people to find their own plant-based path. “I found my answer at the end of a fork, instead of in a bottle of

pills,” she says. “The most loving thing I ever did for myself started with changing my food choices. Sure, it would be more delicious to be eating a pizza, but eating a salad with beans and rice is how I love myself.”

Books-Williams believes that taking the extra time that is required to follow a plant-based lifestyle is worthwhile. “We can eat well inexpensively if we are willing to take an extra couple of hours each week to chop vegetables. We are worth the time it takes to batch-cook and freeze beans in single servings so we have them when we need them. Each of us has to be committed to our own well-being. No one is going to do it for us.”

While much has changed since Ohsawa introduced the macrobiotic diet, Pirello still adheres to its three core ingredients. “I still eat rice, seaweed and miso soup,” she says. “Not as much as I used to, but I still do, because miso is the greatest probiotic on the planet, followed by kimchi. Those are the greatest macrobiotics we could ever eat in our lives, and both are delicious.”

Veronica Hinke is a food historian and the author of The Last Night on the Titanic: Unsinkable Drinking, Dining and Style and Titanic: The Official Cookbook. Learn more at FoodStringer.com

DELICIOUS, EASY, THREE-BEAN CHILI

YIELD: 8 SERVINGS

FOR CHILI

3½ cups fresh tomatoes, diced

1 15-oz can tomato sauce

1 15-oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed (or 2 cups cooked pinto beans)

1 15-oz can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed (or 2 cups cooked kidney beans)

1 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed (or 2 cups cooked black beans)

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced

½ small red onion, finely diced

½ small yellow onion, finely diced

1 red, yellow or orange bell pepper, finely diced

1 zucchini, finely diced

2 carrots, finely diced

2½ Tbsp chili powder

1¼ tsp cumin

⅛ tsp cayenne powder

½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1 can diced green chilies (optional)

1 cup fresh or frozen white corn

FOR CASHEW SOUR CREAM

1 cup cashews, soaked for 2 hours

½ cup pure water

Juice of 1 lemon

¼ tsp salt

1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Place all of the ingredients, except corn, in a large saucepan over medium heat and cook until the chili begins to boil. Note: For a meatier consistency, before placing them in the pot, place all of the veggies (except corn, tomatoes and green chilies) in a food processor fitted with an “S” blade, and pulse-chop until the ingredients become confetti size, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the corn, cover and simmer an additional 5 minutes.

Serve over brown rice with the cashew sour cream.

To make the cashew sour cream, use a blender to combine all of the ingredients together, pulsing until smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes. Adjust seasonings to taste. Seal and store for up to 1 week in the refrigerator.

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Recipe courtesy of Lisa Books-Williams.

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ROASTED SWEET POTATO AND LENTIL SALAD

This hearty and healthy salad is made with roasted sweet potatoes, lentils, arugula, feta and candied pecans. It’s the ultimate Fall salad!

Lentils provide soluble fiber—the type our microbiome loves. You get an initial blunting of blood sugar just after eating beans. Then, hours later, after our gut bacteria has had a chance to feast, they produce proprionate, a beneficial compound that slows the absorption of sugar and suppresses appetite. Eating legumes greatly improves our metabolic health.

FOR SALAD

6 cups arugula

3 medium sweet potatoes, cut into cubes

2 TBSP avocado oil

Salt and pepper to taste

½ tsp cinnamon

½ tsp turmeric

1 cup cooked lentils (I buy the pre-cooked lentils from Trader Joe’s in the fridge section)

½ cup crumbled feta

½ cup candied pecans

FOR DRESSING

¼ cup olive oil

2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 Tbspmaple syrup

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 clove garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 400° F.

Place the sweet potatoes on a large parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with oil and toss with turmeric, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Roast for 30-35 minutes, or until tender, flipping halfway through.

Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients.

In a large salad bowl, add arugula and top with roasted sweet potatoes, lentils, feta, and candied pecans. Toss with salad dressing.

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Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day

by Kiki Powers

October 9 is Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Its origin traces back to 1977, during the United Nations International Conference on Discrimination Against Indigenous Populations in the Americas, but it was not proclaimed an official U.S. holiday until 2021. During this national holiday, we celebrate the invaluable contributions and resilience of Indigenous peoples, recognize their inherent sovereignty and commit to our treaty obligations with tribal nations.

The federal government recognizes 574 American Indian tribes and Alaska Native entities in the U.S. According to the United Nations, there are more than 476 million Indigenous peoples living in 90 countries worldwide, accounting for 6.2 percent of the global population.

Here are a few ways to celebrate.

HONOR THE LAND. Visit Native Land Digital (Native-Land.ca ) to learn the location and history of lands inhabited by Indigenous peoples around the world. The website, which includes an interactive map, identifies territories, languages and treaties.

LEARN THE HISTORY. Winner of the 2015 American Book Award, An Indigenous Peo-

ples’ History of the United States by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz offers a compelling history of the United States told from the perspective of Indigenous peoples.

CONNECT WITH NATURE. Indigenous peoples are exemplary stewards of the land that they inhabit, and we can take their lead by spending time in nature, acknowledging our dependence on the land and becoming good stewards of the local ecosystem.

BUILD A GARDEN. There is much to learn from Indigenous gardening techniques. Companion planting, for example, is the idea that certain plants grown together improve each other’s health and yield. Choose native plants as much as possible to support the local ecosystem. Grow healing herbs and flowers. At the end of a season, save the seeds of plants that thrived for future use.

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SUPPORT INDIGENOUS BUSINESSES. On this day and every day, consider supporting Indigenous businesses for handmade jewelry and clothing, body-care products, home decor and artwork.

VISIT A MUSEUM. The National Museum of the American Indian is part of the Smithsonian Institution, with locations in Washington, D.C., New York City and Suitland, Maryland. It curates one of the world’s largest collections of native artifacts.

TAKE UP STORYTELLING. Historically, Indigenous peoples have used storytelling to educate, inform, entertain and preserve their distinct legacy for future generations. Gather with friends and family to learn about and practice this life-affirming art.

EXPLORE INDIGENOUS ART FORMS. From traditional masks that narrate origin stories to handmade jewelry, crafts and dreamcatchers that memorialize healing dreams, there are so many wonderful art projects that we can appreciate and learn.

Kiki Powers is a health writer, blogger and national speaker specializing in plantbased nutrition and healthy green living. Learn more at RawKiki.com.

RECYCLED ART

TRANSFORMING TRASH INTO TREASURE

by Gisele Rinaldi

take the treasures that I have found—the bits, pieces and even words on paper—and make them into art.”

Cesar Aguilera, art curator at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, in Fort Myers, Florida, makes art to create consciousness about what humans use and consume. “My personal artwork and the exhibitions I design encourage others to reconsider how much we throw away,” he says. “There is not another species on Earth that creates the amount of waste that does not naturally decompose. All that we create has an impact.”

It takes a special kind of artist to create a work of art out of discarded items. These imaginative, multimedia visionaries see beauty and purpose in the most mundane materials, including paper, computer parts, bits of plastic, leftover fabrics, used tires and random game pieces. Their thought-provoking, surprising works reduce waste that would otherwise populate landfills and prove that trash can indeed become treasure.

Motivated by a desire to educate and inspire, many upcycle artists often interweave a message of environmental consciousness into their artwork, thus spreading awareness about issues or making social commentary. Plastics found along the beach may become a collage of a thriving sea turtle, for example. Old rusty metal parts may be transformed into a steampunk clock face or a modern hanging sculpture that spins in the wind.

CREATING TO PRESERVE OUR PLANET

Artist and interior designer Noelle Turco, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, comes from a legacy of artists that found ways to be creative with things that were left behind. “Repurposed and upcycled art is inventive and gives a second or third life to everything from packing materials and wood to bottle caps and string,” she explains. “It’s one of my favorite things to do and challenges me mentally because it makes me think about how I am going to

Jen Hardwick, a mixed-media artist who resides in Longview, Washington, loves working with vintage game pieces, toys, wood and metal. “When I moved to Seattle in the late 80s, I started going to markets, junk stores and donation centers, and I would collect all these little ‘treasures’. A lot of these materials would end up in a landfill, so I hope that by using them in my art pieces, it’s helping the environment in a small way.”

Artist Gracie Berry, who also lives in Lancaster, loves the challenge and inspiration that creating upcycled and repurposed art brings. “It allows me to use my creativity to rename things from my perspective,” she explains. “While each of my creations has their own stories and set of rules, a common message is that my art is purposeful and needs to be here.”

IDEAS UNFOLD INTO ART

Aguilera, Berry, Hardwick and Turco concur that when making repurposed art, the creative process unfolds in a messy, nonlinear

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Moko Jumbi mixed media, natural materials

way. Sometimes they begin with an idea in mind, but inspiration occurs while working with the pieces, so the work often takes a different direction. Canvas, wood, metal and fabric become foundations for intricate layers of found items placed, sewn and nestled into nooks and crannies, like puzzle pieces fitting oddly together.

“ Materials seem to find me way before I ever go looking for them,” Berry shares. “Sometimes the material itself gives me inspiration for my next piece. It’s

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magical the way it all unfolds. I welcome challenges when it comes to learning techniques that work for specific projects. It’s exciting to find solutions through trial and error, cementing techniques that can be used again.”

Aguilera makes art from discarded computer parts, fabric and furniture. “Technology consumes precious resources but gets discarded as newer inventions become the focus,” he explains. “Showcasing the interior workings of a computer draws attention to hidden beauty. A fresh coat of paint or a design remodel breathes new life into a piece of furniture or clothing.”

CREATIVE MATERIALS ARE ACCESSIBLE

“For those just starting out, simple projects can be created using magazines, cardboard, yarn and glue,” explains Turco. “Visit secondhand and thrift shops. Often, these stores are nonprofits, so by shopping there, we are not only keeping stuff out of landfills, but also supporting our local communities.”

“Choose materials that inspire you. Pieces can be as simple or detailed as you want them to be, but most importantly, have fun,” enthuses Hardwick. “I love all the things I collect individually, but putting them together to create a robot or a bug or an animal opens up a whole new world for me.”

Look for beauty in unexpected places. Berry suggests that repurposing upcycled objects is not only more sustainable for the planet, it also allows creativity to be accessed anywhere. “When we think outside the box, we can create change through art,” believes Aguilera.

Gisele Rinaldi is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings publications. Local Art Therapy Resource: see Blue Pines Counseling listing page 44.

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MILWAUKEE’S

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6

Tret Fure in Concert – 7pm. Tret Fure has just released her 18th album of original music called Lavender Moonshine. Fure will delight you with not just her music, but with her stellar guitar playing, stories and charm. $20. Unity Church of Wauwatosa, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. FreeSpiritCrystals.com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7

Tai Chi & Qigong for Beginners – Saturdays, Oct 7-Dec 30. 9-10:20am. Renew or begin your practice. Learn Part 1 of the Classic Yang Style Tai Chi Form. 22 movements. $85/series. Lake Park Lutheran Church, 2647 N Stowell Ave, Milwaukee. 414-350-5248. ymaawisconsin.com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14

Milwaukee Makers Market – 10am-4pm. Family Halloween and Trick or Treat. Support local artisans, makers, creators and community. Free admission. Discovery World Museum, 500 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee. MilwaukeeMakersMarket.com

“Food for Thought: Nutrition and Brain Health” Workshop – 11am-1pm. Enhance memory and focus, eliminate brain fog, and improve your mood with this nutrition workshop led by Dr. Mackenzie Prentice. Virtual: $39 (includes nutrition lecture, slides and recipes). In-person: $50 (includes food tasting). Lakeside Natural Medicine, 3510 N Oakland Ave, Ste 203, Shorewood. Pre-registration required: 414-939-8748. LakesideNaturalMedicine.com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21

The Phenomenon Bruno Groening: The Sensation of 1949: Still Very Relevant Today – 9:30am-3pm. A deeply impressive film that contains archival footage and eye-witness interviews about the “Miracle Healer,” Bruno Groening, and the countless healings that occurred in 1950s Germany after he simply spoke to crowds of help-seekers. Phenomenal healings, medically verified by physicians, continue to occur today in the Bruno Groening Circle of Friends. Free admission; donations appreciated. Plymouth Church UCC, 2717 E Hampshire St, Milwaukee. Shala: 414-949-2025. Bruno-Groening.org

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28

The Enchanted Forest: A Witches’ Ball – 4-11:30pm. Celebrating Samhain with the community. Music, dance, costume contest, dinner, vendors and much more. $40/person. Emerald City, 3555 S 23rd St, Milwaukee. 414-350-4291. Tinyurl.com/yadefkek

Ann Ruane Performs Inner Mosaic – 7pm. Celebrate the release of Inner Mosaic with a live concert of the CD. You will be moved and inspired to discover your own inner mosaic through Ann’s powerful, yet gentle, command of the piano. $15. Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 3270 Mitchell Park Dr, Brookfield. LuxEternaHealingShop.com

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5

Milwaukee Makers Market – 10am-4pm. Daylight Savings Sale. Support local artisans, makers, creators and community. Free admission. The Ivy House, 906 S Barclay St, Milwaukee. MilwaukeeMakersMarket.com

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19

Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo –10am-5pm. The latest in health awareness, fitness, nutrition, natural healing, organic products, psychology, psychic and mediumship readings, healthy home advice, and much more. $7, free/Veterans & kids under 12. Holiday Inn Milwaukee River Front, 4700 N Port Washington Rd, Milwaukee. For appts: 414-349-4932. WellnessBodyMindSpirit.com

MCW Cancer Center Free Clinical Breast

Exams at the Wellness Mind Body Spirit Expo – 12-3pm. A clinical breast exam can catch cancer early when it may be easier and more effective to treat. Receive a quick, private, 15-min exam by a qualified healthcare professional. Holiday Inn Riverfront, N Port Washington Rd, Milwaukee. Register: mcwisc.co1.qualtrics.com/ jfe/form/SV_1FvKvGAJAbKGUIe

SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 2024

A Natural Cost-Free Path to Attain Help and Healing – 7-8:30pm. Licensed Healing Practitioner Brigitte Schneider will hold a free lecture about a simple, cost-free way to attain healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening. Ms. Schneider will talk about the teaching, give simple instructions on how to connect to the healing stream, and present medically verified healings. Many experience the healing power during the lecture. Plymouth Church UCC, Upper Level, 2717 E Hampshire St, Milwaukee. Shala: 414-949-2025. Bruno-Groening.org

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16

Mediumship Training – Nov 16-17. 9am4pm. With Amy Wilinski. This 2-day workshop will teach you a variety of techniques to connect with souls who have passed on. During this highly experiential class learn to make those connections with the spirit world and how to give an evidential reading. Lodging options available. GoldenLightHealing.net

Ancient Celtic Irish Shamanism – Mar 23-25. Join international teacher and author, Amantha Murphy from Ireland, as she shares these ancient traditions. The Irish Shamanic tradition goes back over many thousands of years. This way allows a person to walk between the worlds, recognizing the interconnectedness between all living forces both seen and unseen. Lodging options available. GoldenLightHealing.net

THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2024

Seidr Norse Shamanism – Apr 4-7. Join UK international author and teacher, Imelda Almqvist, for Seiðr/Fornsed & Norse Shamanism. This 4-day introduction course covers a large field of spiritual and mystical traditions where we will explore the indigenous ancestral pathways and spiritual wisdom teachings of Northern Europe. Lodging options available. GoldenLightHealing.net

THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2024

Peruvian Shamanism Training – Begins May 16-19. Join Peruvian native and international teacher, Jose Luis Herrera, for this powerful training on Peruvian Shamanism. This 4-part series is comprised of 4 long weekends in which you will develop a medicine bundle, or mesa, that becomes your animistic map of transformation and healing across the medicine path. GoldenLightHealing.net

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Sunday: Sand & Land Yoga, 8:30am

Monday, Wednesday, Friday: Paddle Board Yoga, 6am

Tuesday: Yin Yoga, 5:30pm

Thursday: Yin Yoga, 5:30pm

Friday: Sand & Land Yoga, 10am

Saturday: Sand & Land Yoga, 8:30 am and Brunch, 11:30am

Private lessons and retreats available by appointment. All classes are $20/session. Come for 5 sessions, get the 6th free with your loyalty card. Camp Serenity, S76W18582 Kingston Dr, Muskego. 262-903-8774. CampSerenity.wordpress.com

SUNDAY

A.C.I.M. Study Group – A Course in Miracles study group, following Fellowship. Love offering accepted. Fireside Room, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. Joann Baumann: 414-7457377. UnityCenterInMilwaukee.com

Sunday Celebrations at Unity Center in Milwaukee – 10am. Onsite (observing COVID-19 recommendations for face masks, social distancing and taking temperatures). Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. Streaming live: UnityCenterInMilwaukee.com

Group Breathwork – 11am-12pm. 1st & 3rd Sun. Join us for a small group class to experience breathwork for the first time or as a tune-up for experienced breathers. Experience a shift and alignment of body, mind and spirit. $44. Blue Sky Breath, 4650 N Port Washington Rd, Ste 330, Glendale. 414-420-0102. BlueSkyBreath.com.

MONDAY

Hatha Yoga – 8-9am. We make getting on your yoga mat as easy as possible with multiple ways to practice. Specials for news students and referrals. In-studio or virtually via Livestream. Everyday Bliss, 1930 W Bluemound Rd, Waukesha. 262-781-8102. Everyday-Bliss.com

Vinyasa Flow – 12-1pm. Focus on the dynamic sequence of flowing yoga postures built around the Sun Salutations with continued attention to technique and alignment. All levels. Invivo Wellness, 2060 N Humboldt Ave, Ste 300, Milwaukee. 414-265-5606. InvivoWellness.com

Life Journey Group – 6:15-8pm. 2nd & 4th Mon. Come with an open mind and kind heart to support others and self in spiritual growth through daily living. Love offering. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UnityCenterInMilwaukee.com

TUESDAY

Cultivating Guts Podcast: New Episode Release – 9am. Tiffany Hinton’s podcast where we discuss gardening, homesteading, gut health, following our intuition, herbalism and functional medicine to create a life of joy and beauty. Listen on Spotify, YouTube and iTunes. Free. Tinyurl.com/ CultivatingG

DNA Hemp at Thiensville Farmers Market – Thru Oct 10. 9am-2pm. Every other Tues. High Vibe Tribe offers sungrown, hand-cultivated, premium DNA Hemp Product Line. Free samples. Black DNA Hemp Tent, 251 Elm St, Thiensville. 414-531-8129. dnahempllc.com

VIBE Fitness: HIIT Class – 6-6:45pm. Class will focus on keeping your heart rate up while still focusing on resistance training. VIBE Yoga Health Fitness, 180 Kossow Rd, Waukesha. 262-788-9147. Register: VibeMKE.com or using the MINDBODY app.

WEDNESDAY

VIBE Virtual 30-Min Yoga Flow – 12pm. Class is created with the intention to connect with breath, move the body and clear the mind. Great for doing when time is limited, but when a break is needed to flow and breathe. Zoom. Register: VibeMKE.com or using the MINDBODY app.

DNA Hemp at Menomonee Falls Farmers Market – Thru Oct 4. 2-6pm. Every other Wed. High Vibe Tribe offers sun-grown, hand-cultivated, premium DNA Hemp Product Line. Free samples. Black DNA Hemp Tent, N87W16749 Garfield Dr, Menonomee Falls. 414-531-8129. dnahempllc.com

Drumming Circle – Thru Nov 15. 5:306:30pm. 3rd Wed. Join us for this monthly evening of drumming and discover inner strength and encouragement by those sharing the experience. Bring own drum or use one of ours. No experience necessary. All welcome. $10. A Place to Be Spirituality Center, 166 W Dekora St, Saukville. APlaceToBeSC.org

East Side Pilates: Booty Camp – 6pm. This challenging circuit format utilizes cardio intervals on the jump board with strength and core conditioning segments on the low chair and CoreAlign. A perfect way to build strength, sculpt and tone your body. East Side Pilates, 2445 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee. 414-915-7100. EastSidePilates.com

THURSDAY

VIBE Sunrise Yoga Flow-45 – 6-6:45am. Virtual & In-Person Options. Connect with breath, move the body and clear the mind. All levels welcome. For the VIRTUAL class option, the ZOOM link will be emailed to you prior to the start of class. VIBE Yoga Health Fitness, 180 Kossow Rd, Waukesha. 262-788-9147. Register: VibeMKE.com or using the MINDBODY app.

East Side Pilates: Mixed Equipment Pilates Class – 9:30am. This open-level class will challenge you in surprising and new ways. Experience the reformer, tower, yoga wall, mat, CoreAlign and/or chair. Increase core and full body strength, balance body/mind/spirit. East Side Pilates, 2445 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee. 414-915-7100. EastSidePilates.com

FRIDAY

VIBE Fitness-SHRED – 6-6:45am. Class is all about building lean muscle through resistance training. Weight training-based movements that will help boost that metabolism to get you feeling stronger and leaner than ever. VIBE Yoga Health Fitness, 180 Kossow Rd, Waukesha. 262-788-9147. Register: VibeMKE.com or use the MINDBODY app.

East Side Pilates: Reformer/Tower Pilates Class – 7:30am. This open-level class is one of ESP signature classes. Attendees are guided through a dynamic Mat warm up then dive into flowing sequences on the Tower utilizing spring-based exercises. A perfect way to build strength, sculpt and tone your body. East Side Pilates, 2445 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee. 414-915-7100. EastSidePilates.com

Adaptive Yoga – 2-3pm. With Dawn Stacey. A slow alignment-based class with options to build poses throughout the class and a guided meditation at the end. $12. A Place to Be Spirituality Center, 166 W Dekora St, Saukville. APlaceToBeSC.org

SATURDAY

DNA Hemp at West Bend Farmers Market – Thru Oct 21. 7:30-11am. Every other Tues. High Vibe Tribe offers sun-grown, hand-cultivated, premium DNA Hemp Product Line. Free samples. Black DNA Hemp Tent, 320 5th Ave, West Bend. 414-531-8129. DNAHempllc.com

Saturday Brunches at Camp Serenity Yoga and Retreat Center – 11:30am. Includes a 60-min Iron Lotus class, followed by homemade bakery, roasted vegetables, quinoa, coffee and Mimosa. Available for 3-5 people. $45/session. Camp Serenity, S76W18582 Kingston Dr, Muskego. 262-903-8774. CampSerenity.wordpress.com

Yoga Basics: Free Community Class –11:30am-12:30pm. Come to learn, play, and move in a supportive, welcoming environment. We focus on developing clear and safe alignment in foundational yoga pose. Invivo Wellness, 2060 N Humboldt Ave, Ste 300, Milwaukee. 414-265-5606. InvivoWellness.com

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SoulMeetsBody.jls@gmail.com

SoulMeetsBody.co

Soul Meets Body offers intuitive Akashic record Sessions, mediumship readings, Holy Fire® Reiki, transformational spiritual guidance and energy healing.

Boutique

PHLOX BOUTIQUE IN EAST SIDE PILATES

2445 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee

414-915-7100

Info@PhloxBoutiqueMKE.com

PhloxBoutiqueMKE.com

We make available the best possible supportive Pilates experience for all humans. To create a unique health and fitness boutique to strengthen and empower individuals. We have the best team of instructors. And it’s pretty!

Breathwork

BLUE SKY BREATH

Carrie Schaal

4650 N Port Washington Rd, Ste 330

Glendale

414-420-0102

• BlueSkyBreath.com

Applying the science of breathing to improve health & human performance. Offering 1:1 breathwork, group, and multiday retreats. Breathe like you’ve never breathed, live like you’ve never lived! See ad on page 12.

CBD

DNA HEMP

414-531-8129 | DNAHempLLC.com

Farm fresh. Sun-grown in Wisconsin. Third-party lab tested, all-natural, organic, CBD plant goodness. That is what we cultivate at DNA Hemp! Live your best life, from our family to yours. Explore our offerings online. See ad on page 13.

Chiropractic

BROOKFIELD CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Matt Christiansen

15010 W Greenfield Ave, Ste 100, Brookfield 262-754-5500

BrookfieldChiropractic.net

Frontdesk@BrookfieldChiropractic.net

Committed to providing cutting-edge chiropractic and wellness services. Treatment for headaches, neck and back pain, disc herniation and sports rehabilitation as well as spinal decompression, intersegmental traction, electric muscle stimulation, custom foot orthotics and more. See ad on page 31.

SHOREWOOD FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

4433 N Oakland Ave, Ste A 414-962-5483

ShorewoodFamilyChiro@gmail.com

ShorewoodFamilyChiro.com

Shorewood Family Chiropractic’s mission is to adjust, educate and empower the health of the families in our community. We offer a variety of services including chiropractic, massage therapy, nutritional counseling and much more.

Coaching, Grief

STERLING SERVICES

Elizabeth Casper Rolfs, Master Grief Coach

414-216-7242

ElizabethCasperRolfs@gmail.com

Sites.google.com/view/grief-and-groups

Begin your healing journey today. It’s as simple as a phone call or email. We all experience losses in our lives: a career, dream, animal companion, health or abilities, a partner or dear friend. The grieving process is the same. Elizabeth listens, understands and offers direction, suggestion and support.

Coaching, Relationships

PROSPEROUS MAMA

Empowerment Coach

Amy Elizabeth, Intuitive Healing Practitioner & Mindset Coach

414-510-9000 | AllowingLovesFlow.com

Surrender your resistance to happiness and love. Save your marriage. Reduce anxiety and stop living in fight-or-flight mode. I am here to help. Let’s have coffee. Free consult: visit website to book. See ad on page 16.

Coaching, Trauma Healing

THE CLARITY COLLAB

Christine Bannister-Welch

262-951-0812

21415 W Greenfield Ave, New Berlin inside the Guild of Modern Wellness

TheClarityCollab.com

From college kids to CEOs, coaching helps motivated adults find truth and healing. A retired Emergency Responder and former divorced single-mom, Christine specializes in tackling trauma to find the clarity you need and want to live your most authentic life. See ad page 9.

Colon Hydrotherapy

NATURAL ESCAPE, LLC

Chandra Houser, LMT, CCH

11203 N Buntrock Rd, Mequon, WI 53092 262-895-5078

Natural-Escape.com

HouserChandra@yahoo.com

At Natural Escape, we believe colon cleansing is the key to optimal health. We offer a one-of-a-kind approach to whole-body cleansing for longterm wellness. Priority services include open-system colonic hydrotherapy with ozone and red light plus infrared therapy. Our focus is opening the body’s pathways to naturally detoxify the liver, bloodstream and kidneys while providing a release for mind, body and soul.

VIVA WELLNESS

12625 W Burleigh Rd, Brookfield

262-777-8482 (VIVA)

VivaWellnessWI.com

Boutique Medical Weight Loss blended with holistic wellness treatments to help you become your best. See ad on page 2.

Compost Service

BLUE RIBBON ORGANICS

262-497-8539

BlueRibbonOrganics.com

For organic compost & soil blends in bulk, by bag or delivered straight to your yard, grow in Blue Ribbon Organics this spring. See ad on page 17.

Compounding Pharmacy

WELLTOPIA PHARMACY

136 N Main St, Thiensville 262-429-9429

WelltopiaRX.com

Your neighborhood compound pharmacy puts you first, every time. We provide specialty custom-made medications, unique compounded medications, high-quality vitamins & supplements and consultations. Call today to speak with our pharmacist and wellness team for all your health needs or ask your doctor about Welltopia Compound Pharmacy.

Counseling See Mental Health Crystals

A WONDERLAND CRYSTAL AND GIFT SHOP

1749 Barton Ave, West Bend 920-946-3504

AWonderlandWB.com

We have a wide variety of unusual, hand-picked rocks and crystals, handmade jewelry, crafts and artwork. Come in today to support local business and find something special for yourself or a friend.

ANGEL LIGHT CENTER FOR THE HEALING ARTS

2331 S 108th St, West Allis 262-787-3001 | AngelLightShopping.com

Experience over 20,000 amazing crystals, rocks, gemstones, natural stone jewelry and metaphysical supplies—at affordable prices. Angel Light also offers great workshops, intuitive readings and personal healing sessions.

FREE SPIRIT CRYSTALS

4763 N 124 St, Butler 262-790-0748

FreeSpiritCrystals.com

Come on in and enjoy beautiful and affordable crystals. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are ready to help you find what crystals, candles, incense, sage, locally made jewelry, books or tarot cards that you need. We offer classes, workshops, intuitive readings and personal healing with reiki and crystals. Ready for the next step in your crystal or healing journey? Come visit us. See ad on page 15.

REMEDY WITHIN MASSAGE THERAPY & SPIRITUAL GIFTS

13425 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove 262-307-8892

RemedyWithin.com

We provide a diverse assortment of crystals, minerals and stones. Locally made jewelry, spiritual items, sage, candles, cleansing sprays, CBD and essential oils are available along with intuitive readings, crystal healing and massage therapy.

Dentistry

BIONICA DENTAL WELLNESS

2566 Sun Valley Dr, Delafield 262-337-9745

BionicaDentalWellness.com

Come experience modern, comprehensive, biological dentistry for the health-conscious community. Dr. Udoka Holinbeck’s holistic approach will give you confidence in your smile and your health. See ad on page 5.

INTEGRATIVE DENTAL SOLUTIONS

23770 Capitol Dr, Pewaukee 262-691-4555 • WINaturalDentist.com

“…Because a healthy Body, starts with a healthy Mouth.” Our office specializes in treating the cause of the problem and not just the symptoms; we offer the latest advances in dentistry. See ad on back cover.

WHOLE HEALTH BIOMIMETIC & BIOLOGIC FAMILY DENTISTRY

125 W Wisconsin Ave, Ste 102, Pewaukee 262-737-4004

WholeHealthFamilyDentistry.com

Dr. Schwartz is board certified in Biomimetic Dentistry, Integrative Biologic Dental Medicine and is a Board Certified Naturopathic Physician. We offer the best and healthiest dentistry for our patients.

Education

MIDWEST COLLEGE OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE

Racine, WI and Skokie, IL 800-593-2320

MWC2010@aol.com • Acupuncture.edu

Start your path to a more rewarding career as an acupuncturist! Earn a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition (TCM) combined with a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine. License available in 46 states. Call today to learn more. See ad page 23.

Energy Healing

BODYIGNITE, LLC

Dawn Coleman Mind, Body and Soul Practitioner

414-339-6688 • BodyIgnite.com

I am a Life Transformation Coach. I am here to offer all who are open to co-creating a plan to put goals and dreams into action and make them a reality. Your goals and well-being are accessible to you! I offer the tools and the template to create a sustained and joyful life filled with purpose. Health and balance in life is obtainable. Join me as we create a guided path.

LUX EXTERNA HEALING

262-510-1012

Ann@LuxEternaHealing.com

LuxEternaHealing.com

Support your healing from trauma, overcoming of anxiety, recovery from injury, or movement through grief with energy healing. Achieve balance of mind-body-spirit through shifting perception, loving who you are, and healing the energy that blocks joy, connection and physical ease.

Fitness

BODYIGNITE, LLC

Dawn Coleman

Mind, Body and Soul Practitioner

414-339-6688 • BodyIgnite.com

I am a Life Transformation Coach. I am here to offer all who are open to co-creating a plan to put goals and dreams into action and make them a reality. Your goals and well-being are accessible to you! I offer the tools and the template to create a sustained and joyful life filled with purpose. Health and balance in life is obtainable. Join me as we create a guided path.

VIBE YOGA, HEALTH & FITNESS

180 Kossow Rd, Waukesha

262-788-9147

Info@VIBEmke.com • VIBEmke.com

VIBE Yoga, Health & Fitness is a lifestyle studio that specializes in functional movement, health and wellness. We believe in an all-encompassing lifestyle approach that focuses on mental and emotional well-being as well as physical. See ad on page 15.

Float Spa

A BETTER ME SPA

N72W13400 Lund Ln, Ste C, Menomonee Falls 262-408-7597

Info@ABetterMeSpa.com

ABetterMeSpa.com

A Better Me Spa offers an extensive menu of unique services: Floatation Therapy, Infrared Sauna, Massage, and AVACEN. We are proud to provide you the relaxation you deserve.

Functional Medicine

PROVITA WELLNESS CLINIC

21415 W Greenfield Ave, New Berlin inside the Guild of Modern Wellness

26422 Oakridge Dr, Ste 103, Wind Lake 262-276-0300

MyProvitaWellness.com

Functional medicine and weight loss with a personalized root cause approach. Achieve optimal health and correct dysfunction. We treat GI, cardiac, inflammatory/immune, POTS, post viral, hormones/endocrine, weight loss and more. See ad page 9.

Holistic Health

BROOKFIELD HEALTH & WELLNESS, LLC

150 S Sunnyslope Rd, Ste 148, Brookfield 262-395-4023

BrookfieldHealthAndWellness.com

Our passion is helping patients maximize their health, allowing you to live life to the absolute fullest. We approach each patient as an individual by assessing the body with state-of-the-art, bio-energetic technology to identify underlying root cause issues. See ad on page 11.

LANGLOIS’ VITAL NUTRITION CENTER

16655 Wisconsin Ave, Ste 106, Brookfield 414-453-8289

VitalNutritionCenter.com

In addition to targeted nutrition programs and quality supplements, our passionate team of experts offers an array of holistic and natural health services to help you feel your best every day. Boost mood. Increase energy. Decrease pain. Feel better. See ad on page 7.

Homeopathy

FIELDWORK HOMEOPATHY

Ashley Keul & Beth Bundy, CCH, BSN Sheboygan, WI and virtual FieldworkHomeopathy.com

Individualized holistic care for all ages. From acute illness and injury support to addressing symptoms of long-standing chronic conditions, our virtual homeopathy clinic can help you wherever you are. See ad page 34.

Hypnotherapy

A DEEPER WELL

Bethany Lato

Hartland, WI and Virtual 414-301-3577

Bethany@ADeeperWell.co ADeeperWell.co

Empowering women to become their most authentic selves and achieve deepest levels of spiritual wellness through heart-centered hypnotherapy and breathwork, Reiki/energy healing, past life regression and more.

Integrative Psychiatry

TRINERGY HEALTH LLC

12800 W National Ave, New Berlin

262-955-6600

Spa@TrinergyHealth.com

TrinergyHealth.com

Trinergy is a one-stop shop for mind-body wellness. Using functional medicine, Ayurveda, therapies like Panchakarma detox, HBOT, BEMER, we help clients find wellness and vitality!

See ad on page 4.

Lawncare/Landscape Service

BE GREEN PRO LLC

Patricia Beres

Delafield, WI

262-361-4034

Hello@BeGreen.pro | BeGreen.pro

Sustainable landscape services. Your trusted residential and commercial partner for over 30 years. Our expert horticulturalists and turf technicians provide nature-inspired, low-toxicity solutions for outdoor needs. From turf to trees, insect and pest control, to snow and ice management, our all-natural methods are safer for people, pets and the planet.

ECO HARMONY LANDSCAPE

414-810-5858

Info@EcoHarmonyLandscaping.com

Mike.EcoHarmony@gmail.com

EcoHarmonyLandscaping.com

Ecologically minded, full-service landscape company servicing SE Wisconsin. Specializing in sustainable ideas and low-maintenance solutions. Professional Craftsmanship Inspired by Nature. See ad on page 16.

THE GREEN TEAM OF WISCONSIN

414-721-1431

Info@GreenTeamWI.com

GreenTeamWI.com

The Green Team of Wisconsin provides thoughtful landscape design and installation, full property maintenance, and all-natural turf care and weed control. See ad on page 17.

Autumn… the year’s last, loveliest smile.

—William Cullen Bryant

Light and Laser Therapy

A BETTER ME SPA

N72W13400 Lund Ln, Ste C, Menomonee Falls

262-408-7597

Info@ABetterMeSpa.com

ABetterMeSpa.com

A Better Me Spa offers an extensive menu of unique services: Floatation Therapy, Infrared Sauna, Massage, and AVACEN. We are proud to provide you the relaxation you deserve.

GUILD OF MODERN WELLNESS

Trish Beckman, RN

21415 W Greenfield Ave, New Berlin

262-391-3876

Trish@GuildOfWellness.com

GuildofWellness.com

Now offering Laser and Infrared Light Therapy. Call today and ask about a free demo. The Guild of Modern Wellness is a unique space of respite for mind, body and soul with a variety of evidence-based treatments and services for safe, effective and natural healing and wellness maintenance. See ad on page 9.

RESTORATIVE LASER THERAPY

Christa Christiansen, RN

21415 W Greenfield Ave, New Berlin inside the Guild of Modern Wellness

414-881-7015

Christa@RestorativeLaserRN.com

RestorativeLaserRN.com

Laser Therapy is non-invasive, pain-free, and used to stimulate cells and healing. It helps reduce pain, inflammation and appearance of scars. Boosts circulation, improves tissue repair, arthritis, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel, TMJ and more. Call today. See ad page 9.

Massage School

EVERYDAY BLISS

1930 W Bluemound Rd, Waukesha 262-781-8102

Info@Everyday-Bliss.com

Everyday-Bliss.com

Massage Therapy

INFINITY MASSAGE AND BODYWORK

4028 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee 7216 W North Ave, Wauwatosa 414-231-9326

DLewis@InfinityMKE.com | InfinityMKE.com

Infinity offers medical massage, reiki and hypnotherapy to help you relax, stimulate the immune system and activate the body’s innate ability to heal. Open 7 days per week at two convenient locations, by appointment only. See ad on page 7.

LIVE BETTER HOLISTICS

THAI MASSAGE & REIKI

Laurie Dunlop, LMT, RMT 850 Elm Grove Rd, Ste 14, Elm Grove 53122 414-469-9960

LDunlop@LiveBetterHolistics.com LiveBetterHolistics.com

Live Better Holistics offers traditional Thai massage and reiki to help you along your path toward healing and better health. We also specialize in animal reiki for your furry friends.

Medicine - Naturopathic

LAKESIDE NATURAL MEDICINE

3510 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood LakesideNaturalMedicine.com 414-939-8748

Naturopathic doctors with a focus on autoimmune diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, hormone imbalance, weight loss and hypothyroidism. See ad on page 19.

Mental Health

BLUE PINES COUNSELING

Tiernee Schatz Cedarburg, WI 262-346-1275

BluePinesCounseling@gmail.com

BluePinesCounseling.com

JACK CINCOTTA

Holistic Health Practitioner, AADP

N4147 W Water St, Sullivan 920-650-7674

Jack@JackCincotta.com

JackCincotta.com

Jack Cincotta, Holistic Health Practitioner (AADP), M.S. Psychology, specializes in helping others overcome anxiety, depression and related issues through holistic and natural approaches.

ERA WELLNESS

316 E Silver Spring Dr, Ste 227, Whitefish Bay 414-301-3234

Emily@ERAWellnessTherapy.com

ERAWellnessTherapy.com

At ERA Wellness, we know you deserve to see a therapist that gets it and can help you heal. And we can help! We specialize in pregnancy, postpartum, trauma, anxiety and couples. See ad on page 14.

STREAM AND MOUNTAIN CONSULTING

Maria Elena Perez, PhD 21415 W Greenfield Ave, New Berlin inside the Guild of Modern Wellness 262-894-2658

Client-centered and trauma-informed psychological services for children, adults and families. Healing, joy and change are possible with creative, evidenced-based solutions. Holistic and caring services. Flexible hours, Bilingual Spanish. See ad page 9.

WATER’S EDGE THERAPY SERVICES, LLC

Anne P Desellier, LPC, SAC, YTT-200, TCYM 155 E Silver Spring Dr, Ste 211, Whitefish Bay 262-586-9779

WatersEdgeTS.Anne@gmail.com

WatersEdgeTS.com

If helping people is your passion, why not turn it into a profession? You’ll receive the best-in-class education to successfully prepare you for the rapidly expanding field of massage.

EVERYDAY BLISS

Blue Pines Counseling offers a holistic approach to healing, growth and transformation. Tiernee Schatz, ATRBC, LPC, NCC, CCTP is a nationally certified licensed professional counselor, board certified art therapist with advanced training in trauma therapies and nutritional psychiatry.

Anne has an integrative approach to traditional psychotherapy. She offers the mindfulness of nature and Buddhist psychology with the somatic awareness of restorative yoga and energy work. Individuals and groups. Office or outdoors.

make decisions that prioritize your inner peace.

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Myofascial Release

SPECIALIZED THERAPY SERVICES

890 Elm Grove Rd, Ste 1-1, Elm Grove 414-778-1341

SpecializedTherapyServices.com

Specialized Therapy Services began in 2002, providing comprehensive MFR treatment programs. Currently, it is the only private MFR clinic accepting multiple insurance plans including Medicare. See ad on page 37.

WHITE WOLF MFR

4406 S 68th St, #102, Greenfield 414-543-0855

WhiteWolfMFR.com

Tony Grimm, LMT since 2007; expert-level JFB Myofascial Release therapist. MFR is the most effective treatment to eliminate or reduce pain using gentle pressure to get lasting results. See ad on page 25.

Natural Cleaning

ROXY’S NATURAL CLEANING, LLC

Roxanne Reichert

262-528-2762

RoxysNaturalCleaning@gmail.com

Roxy’s natural cleaning is committed to getting the job done without the use of harmful chemicals. Call/text/email today to schedule your walk through. See ad on page 15.

Natural Products

NOURISH NATURAL PRODUCTS

Info@NourishNaturalProducts.com

NourishNaturalProducts.com

Nourish Natural Products is a local wellness company that offers totally clean, organic products for the body, mind and home. One hundred percent of our ingredients are sourced from the purest substances on Earth: plants. Bestsellers include: Hair Thickening Spray, Natural Deodorant and Lash & Brow Growth Serum. See ad on page 15.

Nutrition

LANGLOIS’ VITAL NUTRITION CENTER

16655 Wisconsin Ave, Ste 106, Brookfield 414-453-8289

VitalNutritionCenter.com

In addition to targeted nutrition programs and quality supplements, our passionate team of experts offers an array of holistic and natural health services to help you feel your best every day. Boost mood. Increase energy. Decrease pain. Feel better. See ad on page 7.

Nutrition Supplements

ALIVE N VIBRANT

Superfood and Protein Powders

AliveNVibrant@gmail.com

AliveNVibrant.com

Locally made, 100 percent organic superfood powders to keep you feeling alive and vibrant no matter what your health history. Use code NATAWA online for 12 percent off for NA readers.

Pet Health & Nutrition

EVOLUTION DIET PET FOOD

St. Paul, MN 651-228-0632

PetFoodShop.com

The best thing you can buy for your pet. The world’s most advanced, safest and highly awarded organic, non-GMO cat and dog foods! Shop online at PetFoodShop.com See ad on page 27.

Physical Therapy

INVIVO WELLNESS

414-265-5606

2060 N Humboldt Ave, Ste 300, Milwaukee InvivoWellness.com

Discover orthopedic and therapeutic healing solutions to reduce pain and improve daily movement. INVIVO offers physical therapy, massage therapy (relaxation, deep tissue, Thai, prenatal and hot stone), yoga and fitness classes, personal training and a gym. See ad on page 29.

REVITALIZE PHYSICAL THERAPY

Hales Corners & Wauwatosa

414-708-8066

Revitalize-PT.com

We specialize in helping women from preconception, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and everything in between to resolve common pelvic floor issues through a hands-on, personalized, cohesive approach to live healthy and active lives. See ad on page 4.

Pilates

EAST SIDE PILATES AND PHLOX BOUTIQUE

Jesse Masche

2445 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee

414-915-7100

Jesse@EastSidePilates.com

EastSidePilates.com

We make available the best possible supportive Pilates experience for all humans. To create a unique health and fitness boutique to strengthen and empower individuals. We have the best team of instructors. And it’s pretty!

Real Estate

SHOREWEST REALTORS

Cierra Burmeister

262-607-0215

CBurmeister@Shorewest.com

Cierra.Shorewest.com

Buyer and seller consultations available. Trust and communication from our first meeting to closing. Clients can expect a relationship beyond the closing table to ensure their home needs are always met. See ad on page 13.

Reflexology

RENEWED YOU REFLEXOLOGY

6789 N Green Bay Rd, Ste U4, Glendale 414-852-7870

Renewed-You-Reflexology.square.site

Stress Less! Reflexology applies direct stimulation to your areas of your feet which reflect the organs of the body to help reduce stress and tension in the body. Call for an appointment.

If I were a bird, I would fly about the Earth seeking the successive autumns.

—George Eliot

Reiki

CINDY CARLSON REIKI AND ENERGY HEALING

121 E Silver Spring Dr, Ste 208, Whitefish Bay

414-758-0657 | CarlsonHealing.com

Reiki/energy healing is a powerful treatment that helps the body relax at a very deep level, allowing the body to activate its own ability to heal itself.

INFINITY MASSAGE AND BODYWORK

4028 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee

7216 W North Ave, Wauwatosa

414-231-9326

DLewis@InfinityMKE.com | InfinityMKE.com

Infinity offers medical massage, reiki and hypnotherapy to help you relax, stimulate the immune system and activate the body’s innate ability to heal. Open 7 days per week at two convenient locations, by appointment only. See ad on page 7.

KIRALILY HEALING

Inside Image Studios

821 Meadowbrook Rd, Ste 119, Waukesha, WI 53188 262-208-5193

KiralilyHealing@gmail.com

KiralilyHealing.my.canva.site

Kiralily Healing is a reiki and energy healing practice. Every session is customized using sound tools, crystals and aromatherapy. Distance healing, group sessions and soy candles are also offered.

LIVE BETTER HOLISTICS

THAI MASSAGE & REIKI

Laurie Dunlop, LMT, RMT

850 Elm Grove Rd, Ste 14, Elm Grove 53122 414-469-9960

LDunlop@LiveBetterHolistics.com

LiveBetterHolistics.com

Live Better Holistics offers traditional Thai massage and Reiki to help you along your path toward healing and better health. We also specialize in animal Reiki for your furry friends.

Reiki Training Classes

NATURAL HEALING TABERNACLE

Reiki Training Classes

Chery Lapalme

414-312-2989

NaturalHealingTabernacle.com

I am a certified holistic health and wellness coach. I specialize in guiding individuals towards achieving a state of balance and harmony. I offer a range of techniques and classes.

Retreat Center

GOLDEN LIGHT HEALING RETREAT CENTER

Amy Wilinski 920-609-8277 | GoldenLightHealing.net

Offering workshops, sessions, group & personal retreats in shamanism, mediumship, reiki, psychic development and more.

Sauna

GUILD OF MODERN WELLNESS

Trish Beckman, RN 21415 W Greenfield Ave, New Berlin 262-391-3876

Trish@GuildOfWellness.com

GuildofWellness.com

Now offering Laser and Infrared Light Therapy. Call today and ask about a free demo. The Guild of Modern Wellness is a unique space of respite for mind, body and soul with a variety of evidence-based treatments and services for safe, effective and natural healing and wellness maintenance. See ad on page 9.

Skin Care, Spa

AESTHETICALLY WELL

222 E Erie St, Ste 150, Milwaukee 414-331-8852

Info@AestheticallyWell.com

AestheticallyWell.com

Aesthetically Well is a trending holistic skincare and nutrition spa in the Third Ward. The services range from basic to medical to offer every client a perfect skin treatment. See ad on page 2.

Spirituality

A PLACE TO BE SPIRITUALITY CENTER

166 W Dekora St, Saukville 262-277-1928

APlaceToBeSC@gmail.com

APlaceToBeSC.org

An authentic community dedicated to exploring life’s big questions. Through discussion groups, book studies, drumming, spiritual companioning, art nights, family game nights, and sacred space APTB encourages all in their search for meaning and wholeness.

ECKANKAR OF WISCONSIN

6501 Watts Rd, Ste 150, Madison, WI

Open Saturdays, 10am-1pm 608-665-0826

Eckankar-WI.org

ECKANKAR is Love, Wisdom & Spiritual Freedom. Soul exists because God loves it. You are Soul, an eternal, creative being. Unlimited. Divine. Does something inside you long to know life’s purpose? Explore Eckankar. Visit our website today.

UNITY CHURCH

1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa 414-475-0105

UnityCenterInMilwaukee.com

A God-centered community, welcoming all to come and share the gifts of divine love, life, peace, joy and abundance. Join us Sundays, 10 am. See ad on page 34.

Wellness Center

A NEW COMPASS FOR WELLNESS

Dr. Ann M Bell

W227N16855 Tillie Lake Ct, Jackson, WI 262-644-7050

Office@DrAnnBell.com

DrAnnBell.com

Dr. Ann’s specialty is helping clients redirect their life compass, guiding them to newfound purpose. Reach new possibilities with The Brain Activation Method program and ZeronaZ6 Laser for Fat Loss.

The most creative act you will ever undertake is the act of creating yourself.

—Deepak Chopra

RETREAT TO VITALITY

Dr. Julie Petersen, N.D.

342 S. Main St, Saukville

262-483-8084

Wellness Center & Retreat on the peaceful Milwaukee River offers a variety of services including emotional stress release, counseling, nutrition, detox, Quantum energy healing, color therapy, facials, aromatherapy, laser therapy and body work. Bring your body and mind back to balance using natural & gentle therapies designed just for you!

GUILD OF MODERN WELLNESS

Trish Beckman, RN

21415 W Greenfield Ave, New Berlin 262-391-3876

Trish@GuildOfWellness.com

GuildofWellness.com

Now offering Laser and Infrared Light Therapy. Call today and ask about a free demo. The Guild of Modern Wellness is a unique space of respite for mind, body and soul with a variety of evidence-based treatments and services for safe, effective and natural healing and wellness maintenance. See ad on page 9.

Yoga

CAMP SERENITY

YOGA CLASSES & RETREAT

S76W18582 Kingston Dr, Muskego 262-903-8774

CampSerenityYoga@facebook.com

CampSerenity.wordpress.com

Retreat spa with weekly Iron Lotus yoga classes with weights to rejuvenate and strengthen, then restore and relax. Offering indoor studio classes and outdoor lakeside classes. Book a fabulous yoga retreat or amazing brunch now. Text Sharon for reservations.

EVERYDAY BLISS YOGA CLASSES AND TRAINING

1930 W Bluemound Rd, Waukesha 262-781-8102

Info@Everyday-Bliss.com

Everyday-Bliss.com

MKE YOGA SOCIAL 414-369-2259

MKEYogaSocial@gmail.com

MKEYogaSocial.com

Come for the yoga, stay for the community. MKE Yoga Social offers various yoga modalities in amazing venues throughout the city from breweries to distilleries, parks and more. We’ve lead yoga in over 100 spaces throughout our beautiful city.

VIBE YOGA, HEALTH & FITNESS

180 Kossow Rd, Waukesha 262-788-9147

VIBEmke.com • Info@VIBEmke.com

VIBE Yoga, Health & Fitness is a lifestyle studio that specializes in functional movement, health and wellness. We believe in an all-encompassing lifestyle approach that focuses on mental and emotional well-being as well as physical. See ad on page 15.

If a metal does this to your skin... Imagine what it will do implanted inside of your body?

EVERYDAY BLISS

New Student Special: 30 days for $30 Unlimited Yoga Classes! Call to learn about our 2023 Yoga Teacher Training.