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the wonderful opportunity to spend two weeks at an overnight camp located on a beautiful lake surrounded by nature. It was his first time away from home for such a long stretch. Electronic devices and phone calls were not allowed; the only way to communicate with the outside world was through written letters. He left feeling both excited and anxious, fearing he might become homesick or be unable to manage for such a long time without mom’s help.

Two weeks later I picked up a happy, confident young man who gushed for hours about the amazing experience. He created new friendships with kids from all over the country, and the experience helped foster in him a new sense of independence, confidence and competence.

August’s issue, themed “Empowering Youth,” presents ways to both prepare for the future and keep kids physically and mentally stimulated, even during those tumultuous teen years when kids struggle to find themselves and figure things out independently.

Milwaukee is fortunate to have many options for kids. Alternative education models such as Montessori schools and Waldorf education integrate holistic, intellectual and artistic development via music, art, dramatic play and storytelling.

Our own Tamarack Waldorf School became the 42nd Waldorf school in North America to add high school grade levels to its curriculum. In our public schools, broader partnerships with nonprofits and the private sector are enriching students’ educational experiences in creative ways. The nonprofit Arts @ Large engages K-12 public school students in experiential learning through the arts.

Beyond the walls of the classroom, Milwaukee’s summer and yearlong urban agriculture programs offer mentorship and leadership opportunities that build skills, encourage positive decision making and serve the local community.

These include Growing Power, Teens Grow Greens, Walnut Way’s Growing Youth Leadership program, Victory Garden Initiative, Running Rebels and others.

New Vision Wilderness’ “Wilderness Therapy” is a creative new form of behavioral health care that encompasses outdoor adventures, camping, rock climbing and canoeing. The approach helps teens and young adults gain respect for nature, learn to work as part of a team, and develop problem-solving skills, which builds self-esteem.

In these times of uncertainty, during which violent and negative images and words flood our media, we can show our kids a better way through leadership in our communities; finding solace in nature; and teaching good stewardship of our land, air, water and food resources. The example starts with us.

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Dr. Van Westen, founder and director of Optimal Performance Health Care, will conduct two types of health assessments. The neurological screen uses new technology Dr. Van Westen called the Ultra-Align System, a specialized tool with a sensor developed by NASA that is utilized to evaluate neurological health status. The second is a computerized biomechanical assessment used to determine biomechanical faults and muscle imbalances in the lower extremities.

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he Midwest Women’s Herbal is celebrating 5 years with a special Herbal Traditions Retreat with Rosemary Gladstar & Friends. This retreat for women will take place October 7, 8 and 9, at Camp Helen Brachman, in Almond, Wisconsin, with Tammi Sweet, Margi Flint, Linda Conroy, April Stone Dahl and Angelique Moss Greer. Participants will choose a learning track and will have time with Gladstar during evening activities.

Gladstar, an elder herbalist, will Rosemary Gladstar demonstrate how to make effective, well formulated and tasty medicine that includes throat balls, adapto-balls, brain balls and her famous zoom balls. The class will include recipes, demonstrations and samples.

Meals by Rooted Spoon Catering. For complete schedule and registration, visit MidwestWomensHerbal.com/ #!registrationherbaltraditionsretreat/c8i5. See ad, page 11.

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Sweet Water Foundation (SWF), a nonprofit dedicated to developing urban agriculture practices to build resilient 21stcentury communities, has completed aquaponics projects in partnership with Milwaukee Public Schools at three high schools and two elementary schools during the 2015-16 school year.

SWF helped teachers and students install aquaponics systems at the Alliance School of Milwaukee, Byron Kilbourn School, Pulaski High School, Ronald Reagan College Preparatory High School and Trowbridge School of Discovery and Technology. In addition to these projects, SWF helped reestablish an aquaponics program at Barack Obama School of Career and Technical Education. The new projects, part of the Urban Schools Aquaponics Initiative, are funded by grants from AT&T and the NEA Foundation.

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eople’s Books Cooperative will host author and mushroom expert Peter McCoy for a free presentation on his new book, Radical Mycology: A Treatise on Seeing and Working with Fungi, from 6 to 8 p.m., August 30.

Fungi fulfill a critical ecological role and sustain whole habitats, and now mushrooms are increasingly being used to address a range of pressing global issues from food shortages to chronic disease rates and environmental degradation, McCoy says. An internationally celebrated mushroom cultivator and open-source mycologist, McCoy spent the last two years researching and writing Radical Mycology, a 600-page compendium Peter McCoy of all things related to “working with fungi for personal, societal and ecological health.”

The book explores the history of fungi, the roles they play in nature and their practical applications for everyday life. It explains how to cook and hunt for mushrooms and provides detailed instructions for making medicinal mushroom products, growing fermenting fungi and designing a mushroom farm. “My hope with this book and tour is to make mycology exciting and accessible for everyone,” McCoy says. “Fungi are fascinating—mind-boggling, really—and I think it’s time that more folks experienced all that they have to offer.”

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Discover the Ancient Practice of Labyrinths

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he labyrinth has long been used as a meditation and prayer tool by people of many cultures and faiths. Walking its paths is thought to free the mind from the distractions of the outside world, allowing the walker to focus on a spiritual question or prayer. Now, Unity Church in Milwaukee has set up a labyrinth on its Wauwatosa campus and has made it available to the community on a donation basis.

There is no right or wrong way to walk the labyrinth, notes Unity Reverend Mari Gabrielson. Walkers can enter it feeling joyous or somber and navigate its turns alone or with a group. The only rule is that they must remove their shoes as a sign of respect for the sacred place.

To get the most from the experience, Gabrielson recommends moving purposefully and observantly, focusing when reaching the center of the maze and giving an acknowledgment as they leave. Participants are encouraged to reflect upon their walk and use journaling or drawing to capture the experience.

Location: 1717 N. 73rd St., Wauwatosa. For more information and hours, call 414-475-0105 or visit UnityChurchInMilwaukee.org. See ad, page 7.

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nity Church in Milwaukee is now offering a weekly health and well-being series, Wellness Wednesdays. Each session, which lasts from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., includes four classes that together span a variety of topics from fitness, nutrition and essential oils to emotional health, meditation and mindfulness.

The classes begin with Play Time with Oils, led by Kim Hall, who explains how to use essential oils to improve energy, focus, sleep and mood. Anne Wondra leads High-Level Wellness, helping participants tap into sources of inspiration such as prosperity, positivity, creative pursuits and relationships to create satisfying lives. Meditation with Margaret, offered by Registered Nurse Margaret Stoiber, offers a way to de-stress and decompress in order to gain greater clarity.

The day wraps up with Yoga with Leisa Jean, a world traveler whose book on yoga and Pilates is aimed at everyday women with limited time to exercise.

Those interested can sign up for all four classes each Wednesday or try one complementary class to see if they would like to continue.

Cost: $12.50 for a four-class session. Location: 1717 N. 73rd St., Wauwatosa. For more information, call 414-475-0105 or visit UnityChurchInMilwaukee.org. See ad, page 7.

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Delayed Kindergarten Reduces Attention Deficit

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elaying kindergarten enrollment for one year shows significant mental health benefits for children, according to a Stanford University study published by the National Bureau of Economic Research. Reviewing results from a mental health survey completed by more than 35,000 Danish parents, the researchers saw that youngsters held back from kindergarten for as little as one year showed a 73 percent reduction in inattentiveness and hyperactivity for an average child at age 11, compared to children enrolled the year earlier.

Measuring inattentiveness and hyperactivity reflect a child’s ability to selfregulate. The generally accepted theory is that young people that are able to stay focused, sit still and pay attention longer tend to do much better in school.

“This is some of the most convincing evidence we’ve seen to support what U.S. parents and policymakers have already been doing—choosing to delay entry into kindergarten,” says Stanford Graduate School of Education Professor Thomas S. Dee. In addition to improved mental health, children with later kindergarten enrollment dates also exhibited superior emotional and social skills.

The number of U.S. children entering kindergarten at age 6 instead of 5 has progressively increased to about 20 percent, according to the study. Many parents are opting to delay kindergarten enrollment for a year to give their children a leg up in physical and emotional maturity and social skills.

Grape Juice Boosts Memory and Driving Skills

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esearch from the UK University of Leeds has confirmed that drinking just one glass of grape juice a day increases spatial memory and driving abilities. The researchers attribute the brain boosting benefits to the polyphenols in the grapes.

The study followed 25 healthy mothers between the ages of 40 and 50. Each had young children and worked more than 30 hours a week. The mothers drank 12 ounces of Concord grape juice every day for 12 weeks and had their driving skills tested before and after the study period using a computer simulator.

Louise Dye, Ph.D., a professor at the University of Leeds and senior author of the study, notes, “This research is very promising, as it suggests that the cognitive benefits associated with Concord grape juice are not exclusive to adults with early memory decline. We saw these benefits even after the grape juice was no longer being consumed, suggesting a long-term effect of dietary flavonoids.”

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Breastfed Babies Have Fewer Colds and Ear Infections

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study from the University of Texas has found that increased breastfeeding decreases ear infections among nursing children. The researchers followed 367 babies between 1 and 12 months old from 2008 through 2014.

The scientists analyzed family history traits of smoking, ear infections, breastfeeding and formula feeding. Nose and throat mucosal samples were taken throughout the study period to identify infections, and parents informed the researchers whenever the baby experienced an infection.

The study was led by Dr. Tasnee Chonmaitree, a pediatrics professor from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. “We clearly showed that frequent upper respiratory infections, carriage of bacteria in the nose and lack of breastfeeding are major risk factors for ear infections,” he states. “Prolonged breastfeeding was associated with significant reductions in both colds and ear infections, a common complication of colds.”

Prenatal Sun Exposure Lowers Asthma Risk

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esearch has shown that children with mothers that live in sunnier locations during their second trimester are significantly less likely to have asthma than other children.

A consortium of researchers from the University of Kansas, Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology analyzed data from both hospitals and national surveys to determine sunlight exposure for the mothers. Increased exposure to sunlight increases levels of natural vitamin D. “We’re not looking at sunny places versus non-sunny places,” clarifies David Slusky, a University of Kansas assistant professor of economics. “We looked at the relative differences of the level of sunlight at a particular place at a particular time of year.”

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Aromatherapy Soothes Allergies

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esearch from Korea’s Chung-Ang University has found that inhaling aromatherapy infusions comprising a combination of sandalwood, frankincense and ravensara for five minutes twice daily significantly reduces symptoms of allergies after seven days.

The researchers tested 54 men and women, half of which were tested using a placebo of almond oil.

Total nasal symptom score (TNSS) and rhinoconjunctivitis quality of life questionnaire (RQLQ) results were both significantly lower in the aromatherapy group. TNSS scores decreased by more than half and RQLQ scores decreased by more than 60 percent. Scores for fatigue and sleep quality also improved in the aromatherapy group.

“These findings indicate that inhalation of certain aromatherapy oils help relieve perennial allergic rhinitis symptoms, improve rhinitis-specific quality of life and reduce fatigue in patients with perennial allergic rhinitis,” Chung-Ang University’s Seo Yeon Choi and Kyungsook Park explain in their paper. natural awakenings

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Hope for a New Generation Despite being less confident than their elders, a new study by PsychTests.com, in Montreal, reveals that Millennials (those born between 1980 and 2000) are an ambitious and tenacious generation that continues to prove potential critics wrong.

Labeled by some as self-entitled, arrogant and immature from being coddled by hovering parents, the company’s research says that Millennials are not afraid to push themselves to achieve lofty goals, work hard or take on difficult challenges.

Collecting data from 1,035 people that took their Ambition Test, the researchers looked at the differences between Millennials, Generation X (born between 1960 and 1980) and Baby Boomers (born between 1946 and 1960) in terms of their levels of aspiration, persistence and sense of self-efficacy. The study reveals that while Millennials lagged a little behind the other two generations on some factors related to ambition, the potential of these young adults should not be underestimated.

“One can argue that Millennials’ hopeful and determined nature is a case of idealism,” explains Ilona Jerabek, Ph.D., president of PsychTests. “Some have just started out in the workforce, so they’re eager to prove themselves, which could also mean that at some point they’ll be blindsided by the reality of what it’s like to be out there in the real world.”

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Low-Cost Jewelry May Harbor Cadmium In recent years, the European Commission has banned cadmium in all jewelry sold in Europe, but those shopping for low-cost jewelry in North America from popular fashion chains may be wearing products made with cadmium, a heavy metal that can be particularly toxic for kids. There are no known risks for people that wear contaminated jewelry, but swallowing or chewing on a piece containing high concentrations of the toxic metal could allow it to seep into the body.

James Van Loon, director of risk management at Health Canada’s consumer product safety branch, says that children’s bodies more readily absorb the toxic metal, and because they are more likely to put things in their mouths, jewelry that is marketed to those under 15 should contain virtually no cadmium.

Dr. Gérald Zagury, who performed tests and has published several studies on heavy metals in jewelry, says one sample contained the highest amount of cadmium ever reported in Canada for such a product. “It’s pretty close to pure cadmium,” he says. According to Health Canada, cadmium is cheap and melts at a lower point than more commonly used zinc, lowering energy costs for product makers.

According to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, cadmium is a known carcinogen that can also lead to kidney failure, bone loss and other complications in those that are chronically exposed over time.

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Scrambling Species

Climate Change Favors Some Birds over Others Decades of data show that climate change is manipulating the way avian species move across continents. For instance, the orchard oriole is losing prime habitat in the South, but gaining more up north. Thousands of species worldwide face the same dilemma. Specific birds need a particular habitat, such as open spaces or groves of trees, and some of their traditionally preferred spots are becoming unlivable.

England’s Durham University ecologist Phillip Stephens, along with researchers from the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds and the U.S. Geological Survey, have compiled nearly half a century’s worth of occurrence data from thousands of citizen scientists. Birders submitted their observations to the PanEuropean Common Birds Monitoring Scheme and the North American Breeding Bird Survey for 145 terrestrial bird species native to Europe and 380 species native to the United States.

“We used that information to generate a prior expectation for whether the species would’ve been advantaged or disadvantaged by climate change,” says Stephens.

The predictions were compared with actual bird abundance data from 1980 through 2010, and the populations that were expected to lose suitable habitat declined, while those expected to find their habitats improve increased. He states, “Recent climate change has already favored one set of species over another.”

Read the report at ClimateChange.Birdlife.org.

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Sikkim Now a Wholly Organic State Sikkim, the northeastern Indian state located between Bhutan and Nepal, has rid its agricultural land of pesticides, fertilizers, genetically modified crops and other artificial inputs on around 75,000 hectares, or about 300 square miles, of agricultural land, making it its country’s first organic state.

Instead, farmers use natural alternatives such as green manure and compost.

Twelve years ago, the Pawan Chamling-led government decided to make Sikkim an organic farming state through a declaration in the legislative assembly.

After the entry of chemical inputs for farmland was restricted and their sale banned, farmers had no option but to go organic.

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Show Stopper Circuses Cease Exotic Animal Acts

The Ringling Brothers Circus made good on a promise to retire their last contingent of performing elephants to the Center for Elephant Conservation, in Polk City, Florida, with the last such show streamed worldwide in May. While Ringling will retain the services of tigers, lions, leopards, horses, camels, dogs and kangaroos, the Mexican Congress has voted to prohibit exotic animals under big tops across their country.

That means no more tigers jumping through hoops, elephants used as props or monkeys dressed in tiny outfits. The bill requires circuses to report the wildlife they own, which would then be made available to interested zoos.

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North Shore Meditation Instructor Helps People Find Peace In a Hectic World

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nn Marie Arvoy, and ayurveda, Boulder a licensed profeswas very cutting edge, sional counselor Arvoy observes, but and owner of Dragonfly she found there weren’t Meditation Studio, in as many resources for Mequon, knows firsthand people practicing how meditation can keep meditation in Wisconsin the mind grounded posidespite an apparent tively in the moment to demand, particularly savor life and the world from those that desired around us. She discova place to meditate in a ered meditation in 1994, secular way. after suffering from a pe“For my personal riod of depression as an path, I benefit from the undergraduate student at practices of meditation Ann Marie Arvoy State University of New and mindfulness, but I York at Cortland. The practice helped didn’t necessarily identify myself as a lift her mood when little else could.

Buddhist,” Arvoy says. “I started teach“That was when I first found meditaing meditation in my private practice tion,” she reflects. “It really helped me and through structured groups, and the a lot.” feedback I was getting from my clients

After earning a bachelor’s degree in was that they wanted to have a place psychology, Arvoy knew that she wanted to go, but they weren’t interested in to be a therapist. She pursued a master’s places that are religiously Buddhist; degree in contemplative psychology at or some people already had their Naropa University, a small liberal arts religious beliefs and didn’t want to school located in Boulder, Colorado, integrate a different religion into founded by Buddhist meditation master their lives.”

Chogyam Trungpa. She chose Naropa

In March 2015, Arvoy opened because of their unique programs that Dragonfly Meditation Studio to serve blend Buddhist psychology with Western the broad range of people interested in psychotherapy and psychology. benefitting physically and psychologi Arvoy stayed in Boulder after cally from meditation mindfulness. Her graduating from Naropa in May 2000 psychotherapy practice, Mosaic Counto work at several clinics and organiseling, is in the same suite, but separate zations that helped people with HIV from Dragonfly. and AIDS, and integrated aspects of

Arvoy notes how in the short time mindfulness into her practice. It was Dragonfly has been open she has been in Boulder that she met her husband, getting rewarding feedback from clients Jerry, a Milwaukee native. In 2011, saying they’re less reactive and more the couple and their two children positive, and they can enjoy life and moved to Wisconsin to be closer to find balance in home and workplace Jerry’s family. relationships, despite the distractions In the realm of alternative health and demands of a fast-paced, technologypractices such as meditation, reiki obsessed world.

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“We are continuously distracted by technology. Even as we drive, there’s the temptation of checking texts or Facebook,” she says. “We don’t have as many gaps in our lives as we used to have. When I was growing up, if somebody called and you weren’t home, there was a note that read, ‘So-and-so called.’ Now we are so easily accessible, which is wonderful in some ways, but it comes with so many distractions and challenges. We don’t have as much space in our lives.”

Arvoy says that meditation— maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations and the surrounding environment—can help us achieve a peaceful mental place. In addition to Arvoy’s structured meditation classes, Dragonfly also offers yoga; unified body method classes, which teach people to become more mindful of their bodily movements; gong soundscape, in which the instructor uses a large gong to create vibrations for sound meditation; massage therapy; reiki; and the Alexander Technique, in which the practitioner uses subtle manipulations to break negative movement patterns within the body.

Dragonfly has classes and camps for children, teaching them how to incorporate mindfulness practices in a fun way that helps them pay attention to their senses. The next kid’s camp is planned for late August. Arvoy also offers talks and meditation sessions for businesses and for teachers at her children’s school, and she has donated gift certificates to the Mequon Mom’s Club for charity raffles. In June, she began teaching a meditation instructor certification class.

Arvoy looks forward to helping more people naturally find peace and contentment as she proudly emphasizes Dragonfly’s slogan: “More meditation, less medication.”

Dragonfly Meditation Studio is located at 11649 N. Port Washington Rd., Ste. 225, Mequon. For more information, call 262-518-0173 or visit Dragonfly Meditation.com. See ad, page 17.

Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and regular contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine.

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GROWING UP EMPOWERED Helping Kids Step into Their Best Selves

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he plugged-in, stressed-out world that challenges adults can be even more difficult for teens in the throes of hormones, peer pressure and a selfie culture. Parents can help their children thrive and become empowered individuals by nurturing desirable character traits such as resourcefulness, resilience, perseverance, self-reliance, independence, empathy and social competence.

Child psychologist Michele Borba, Ed.D., of Palm Springs, California, is a former classroom teacher and the mother of three grown children who dispenses advice at MicheleBorba.com/blog.

Her main parenting focus is character education, as reflected in her latest book, Unselfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World. “Tune in to what your kids love,” advises Borba. “Then find learning experiences that help them develop traits they need to be happy, productive adults.”

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This positive parenting approach—accentuating youthful desires and strengths, instead of deficiencies and weaknesses—helps young people develop a secure footing in life. “Kids are driven by their hearts,” observes Borba. “A positive parent doesn’t do the cookie-cutter approach, as in, ‘That’s what worked for other kids in the neighborhood,’ nor even reference what the parent did as a teen.” Teens also impose upon themselves, thinking that being trendy, beautiful, rich and famous are valuable life goals. “The positive parent looks at each child as an individual, listens to what really makes them light up, and then supports that.”

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Josselyne Herman-Saccio, a Landmark program leader in New York City, remarks, “Every one of us has a dream, yet too many of us choose our path with fear, disguised as practicality. Our kids might get the message that, ‘You don’t do your dream as your career.’”

That thought can leave anyone feeling like something is missing.

After putting off her own career as a singer and ultimately deciding to go for it, Herman-Saccio recorded That’s What Love Can Do with her group Boy Krazy. The song rose to the top of the pop charts in 1993.

That empowering experience helped her decide to help others—including her own three children—fulfill their dreams. Today, Herman-Saccio leads the Landmark Forum for adults, and the company also offers a version of the course for 13-to-17-year-olds, an interactive, three-day program in cities across the U.S. It helps teens first understand their existing patterns of thoughts and behaviors and then move forward to create new possibilities and face new challenges and discover a new level of power, freedom, self-expression and peace of mind. For a teen to register, a parent or legal guardian must register for or have completed the organization’s adult forum and provide permission.

Teens planning for life after high school get help identifying their career passion at schools such as Upland Hills School, in Oxford, Michigan.

Its emphasis on experiential learning culminates in a senior project the teen produces, whether it’s writing a novel, building a storage shed or volunteering at the local senior citizen center. Each must someway contribute to the community. Beginning with the student’s dream, they must work their way through obstacles, setbacks and all the steps required to bring a dream to reality.

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Sometimes parents need to address a teen’s longing for friends and social connections. For youths that especially need to nurture their social skills, such

as high-functioning kids with autism or Asperger’s syndrome, film school might be an answer. At the Joey Travolta Film School and summer camp, in Lafayette, California, kids work together to make a movie; they start with a script, create sets, operate the camera, act and direct.

At the Hunter School, in Romney, New Hampshire, kids dealing with attention challenges can nurture mindbody awareness, energetic mindfulness and sensory integration. It all helps them get to know themselves and relate better to others.

Outdoor skills can help teens develop healthy risk-taking behaviors, as well as teach resilience, perseverance and self-reliance. SheJumps (SheJumps. org), in Salt Lake City, offers young women 6 to 18 years old an opportunity to master outdoor living skills, boost confidence and encourage leadership via collaborating with strong female role models. Fun activities include mountain biking, skiing and trailblazing.

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Lander, Wyoming’s National Outdoor Leadership School, a gap-year program for high school graduates taking a year off before college, offers courses lasting two weeks, several months or even a full year. Activities include sea kayaking, Alaskan mountain and glacier climbing and wilderness medicine.

Teens already on track and wanting to develop additional leadership skills can tap into motivational speaker and self-help author Tony Robbins’ annual Unleash the Power Within youth leadership program event. Groups of youths

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A way for youngsters 5 to 19 years old to become empowered is by joining a 4-H group in urban, suburban or rural areas.

If we envision a farm kid raising a calf to show at the state fair, that’s still one facet of today’s 4-H, but far from the entire scope. Founded in 1902, 4-H is a global nonprofit dedicated to learning by doing; specialties now range from computer science and graphic design to leadership, healthy living and the performing arts.

Positive mentoring by adults and developing community spirit ground 4-H clubs, camps and programs.

Research by Tufts University’s Institute for Applied Research in Youth Development and America’s land-grant colleges and universities shows that people with a 4-H background are more likely to give back to their communities than others (see Tinyurl. com/YouthDevelopmentStudy).

For Grammy-winner Jennifer Nettles, of Nashville, 4-H meant learning to perform at an early age, even flying to Chicago to do it. “I don’t know that I would be where I am today without 4-H,” she says.

“Mentors there help you. They helped me with the skills of performing and learning about being on stage; they also taught me the importance of giving back.”

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Growing food for themselves and others can be a great adventure for teens, while fostering resourcefulness, perseverance and ecological awareness. Seventeenyear-old Katie Stagliano launched Katie’s Krops, in Summerville, South Carolina, several years ago based on her desire to fight hunger by growing food for people that need it. Today, the enterprise offers grants for youth in any area to start and maintain a local garden, provided they give away the produce to the hungry.

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The initiative has grown to more than 50 gardens around the U.S. Both Mobile Urban Growers, in Mobile, Alabama, and Closer to Earth, in Oklahoma City, empower youth through exercising organic gardening skills, environmental and food justice advocacy and personal mentorship.

Empowering experiences for teens don’t have to cost a lot or involve travel.

“Dream big, but start small. Look around your own backyard, in your community,” says Borba. “Teens can learn to pay it forward in all kinds of ways. They can get together with their peers and take on a doable project to help others. They may even need to start by learning to self-regulate and manage stress by getting away from their phones and instead being outside getting exercise.”

Casual family activities can provide opportunities for conversations about what teens want in life or what they’re worried about, and that opens the door for adults to step up to help mentor and empower their children.

“Boys are more likely to talk while they’re doing something, like shooting baskets with you in the driveway,” observes Borba. “Girls are more likely to talk if it’s one-on-one.”

Positive parents actively listen and then clarify what they heard from their teens, says Herman-Saccio. This information helps point the way forward, to more interactive dialogue, brainstorming, problem-solving, helpful experiences and eventually, youth empowerment.

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t age 6, climate change activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez gave his first speech to a packed crowd in his hometown of Boulder, Colorado.

Raised in the Aztec tradition, he was taught that as indigenous people, they are descendants of the land and inherit a duty to protect it.

“I felt such sadness that my generation inherited this crisis to clean up.

That night, I saw that those emotions could be channeled into action and my voice could make a difference,” says Martinez, founder and youth director of the nonprofit Earth Guardians.

Ten years later, his impassioned message has sparked a global movement. More than 2,000 “youth crews” from Bhutan to Brazil are fighting climate change and improving their communities in other ways.

These activists aren’t yet old enough to vote, but are still making their voices heard by global policymakers. On their behalf, Martinez delivered a plea to representatives from 192 countries at the United Nations General Assembly meeting on climate change last year, asking for stronger measures to protect both the planet and its people. He particularly pointed to the ever-increasing “climate refugees” that have lost their homes to rising oceans and other havoc caused

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EarthGuardians.org offers many ways anyone can plug into the movement, whether taking individual actions to lighten our carbon footprint, creating school gardens or signing its Silence into Action pledge, inspired by Martinez’s younger brother Itzcuauhtli’s 45-day silence strike for climate action.

“The most important thing you can do is educate yourself. Whatever makes you come alive, use that passion to make a difference,” says Martinez, whose performances as a pianist and hip-hop artist inform and enliven music festivals worldwide. “Together, we can create a legacy we can be proud to pass on to the next generation.”

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“In the beginning, I think salt therapy was seen as a time-consuming novelty. Now, holistically minded people are more supportive,” says Clay Juracsik, owner of the St. Louis Salt Room, in Maplewood, Missouri.

The room’s walls are covered in salt, with blocks of backlit Himalayan pink salt at floor level. Clients wear disposable booties to walk through inches-deep, loose, mineral-rich Dead Sea salt to reclining chairs. The lights dim, soft music plays and salt, rich in negative ions, infuses the air for a 45-minute session.

“We have a second, smaller room where the walls and floor are not salted, so a child and parent can move around or play without disturbing others.

Our youngest client was 2 weeks old,” says Juracsik.

With the help of specially designed machines and software, microscopic salt particles one to five microns in size are circulated through the air to be deeply inhaled. As a natural anti-inflammatory agent, salt helps reduce swelling of throat tissues and nasal passages, making breathing easier for individuals suffering from such respiratory ailments as allergies, asthma, bronchitis and sinusitis.

“True halotherapy is based on using 99 percent pure sodium chloride in the halogenerator,” says Leo Tonkin, co-founder of the Salt Therapy Association, in Boca Raton, Florida. “Dead Sea, Himalayan or other salts can be used as décor.”

“My husband, Gary, had three sinus surgeries before he discovered a salt room during a trip to London and had a eureka moment,” relates Ellen Patrick, owner of four Breathe Easy salt rooms in New York City and nearby Westchester County.

“A client’s 4-year-old son tells Mom when he needs a treatment to ‘make his nose work better,’” reports Lisa Cobb, owner of Luxury on Lovers, in Dallas,

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A recent pilot study conducted at The Salt Room, in Orlando, Florida, and published in the International Journal of Respiratory and Pulmonary Medicine, concluded, “Halotherapy is associated with improvement in symptoms of sinus disease in cystic fibrosis and should be explored as an adjunct treatment.”

Salt’s anti-inflammatory, antifungal and antibacterial properties may also reduce skin swelling and itchiness, and even acne, without drying the skin.

Increased lung capacity aids blood circulation, which also helps improve skin health. Salt room operators note that frequent treatments are needed during early stages of therapy or during acute outbreaks of conditions, but can be reduced to a maintenance level over time.

Juracsik remarks, “The best success I’ve seen is with respiratory ailments like bronchitis and pneumonia. We don’t need a new, fancy pill for every illness. Salt is historically proven to be a natural and effective way to improve respiratory health.”

Options go beyond basic treatments. “Meditating in the salt room allows double relaxation,” comments Patrick. “Salty yoga is one of my favorite therapies because clients can exercise and breathe easier at the same time.

Another option comprises a sound bath, during which crystal bowl music creates a vibration similar to piano notes to quiet and focus the mind during a salt session.”

Salt treatments can be experienced regularly, seasonally or as needed. For those free of respiratory issues, a salt room visit provides a refreshing way to relax, sit, chill and breathe. Patrick views it as a form of stress management to increase well-being.

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hether it’s playing dress-up, making forts from sofa cushions or drawing pictures, creative moments can define and distinguish a happy childhood. Yet it’s not all just fun and games, according to experts. Childhood creativity, nurtured both in the classroom and at home, is crucial for developing qualities such as sound decision-making, flexible thinking and mental resiliency.

Analyzing more than 150 studies across the fields of psychology, neuroscience, education and business management, the Center for Childhood Creativity, in Sausalito, California, found many important life skills are affiliated with a creative upbringing.

The resulting white paper, Inspiring a Generation to Create, underscores that rather than simply being an innate trait, creativity can be taught.

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Cameron wrote the book in part to guide her own daughter, actress and film director Domenica Cameron-Scorsese, in her creative journey through motherhood.

While many such works focus on art projects for kids, Cameron’s book emphasizes activities that put creative fuel in the parental tank. For example, she recommends parents take up the ritual of “morning pages”; writing three pages of stream-of-consciousness thoughts the first thing each morning.

Jean Van’t Hul, author of The Artful Parent, started a daily sketchbook practice for herself and to set an example for her kids. “I like that the kids see me creating regularly and they’ve joined in a couple times. I also want to get over my self-limited belief that I’m not a good artist,” remarks Van’t Hul, who blogs at ArtfulParent.com.

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A family ritual, like a bedtime story or relationship with a pet, can be re-imagined to inspire household members to co-create together. “Instead of always reading to my kids, we take turns making up stories by ‘giving’ each other three things, like an airplane, a shovel and a pair of pants, which we have to use in a story,” says Nicole Corey Rada, a working mother of two in Richmond, Virginia. “Sometimes, we pretend our pets are having conversations, and use different voices and accents to express what they might be saying, given their

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Mark Runco, Ph.D., a University of Georgia professor of gifted and creative education, founder of the Creativity Research Journal and advisor to the Center for Childhood Creativity, notes the importance of balancing unstructured and structured activities, creating space for both individual expression and creative collaboration.

To foster the former, Van’t Hul encourages “strewing”, which she refers to as “the art of casually yet strategically leaving invitations for learning and creativity out for kids to discover on their own.” Invitations to play could be a basket of non-toxic blocks, a recycled-paper sketchpad opened to a blank page or some nature finds from a walk in the woods.

As an example of the latter, Cameron suggests that parents lead kids on a weekly creative expedition, allowing the kids to choose a new place to aimlessly explore such as a park, bookstore, pet shop or museum. According to the author, that sense of shared adventure, fostered in a safe space, naturally nurtures the creative process, both for now and the future.

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Walking helps heart health and diabetes. According to the U.S. Surgeon General’s Call to Action on Walking program launched last fall, the risk of heart disease and diabetes can be significantly reduced via an average of 22 minutes a day of brisk walking. “Physical activity has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, certain cancers, osteoporosis, cognitive decline and even depression,” says Dr. JoAnn Manson, chief of the division of preventive medicine at Boston’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital. “Can you imagine if there was a pill that could simultaneously have all those benefits? Everyone would be clamoring for it.”

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Walking facilitates doctor-patient communication. Columbus, Ohio-based Walk with a Doc (WalkWithADoc.org) helps organize free walking events each month via 230 chapters nationwide.

They’re led by physicians and other healthcare authorities. “It’s a casual forum in which to communicate and also learn about the health benefits of walking,” says Executive Director Rachael Habash, who’s aiming for 350 chapters by year’s end. When doctors emphasize the benefits of exercise, patients tend to listen.

Walking boosts life performance.

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The moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow. ~Henry David Thoreau mile away walked to school. Today, that figure is 30 percent,� says Sheila Franklin, of the National Coalition for Promoting Physical Activity, in The Walking Revolution documentary (scroll to the video at EveryBodyWalk.org). Experts warn that less walking by youngsters can create sedentary habits and lead to shortened life spans.

Daily walks to school boost cognitive performance in students, according to Mary Pat King, the National Parent Teacher Association director of programs and projects. Dr. Richard Jackson, a pediatrician, professor and chair of Environmental Health Sciences at the School of Public Health at University of California, Los Angeles,. and former environmental health director at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, reports that walking improves children’s learning ability, concentration, moods and creativity.

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Walking leads to meaningful exchanges. Social connections and honest conversations between two people can be aided by walking outside instead of sitting inside. Clay Cockrell, a licensed clinical social worker in New York City, began walking with clients 12 years ago. He notes that casual venues like parks have been especially helpful for men. “They sometimes have a more difficult time making eye contact in sessions. Outside, they are looking where they are going, looking at nature, other people—the pressure is less. My own health has improved, as well,� he says.

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hen encountering a bird or animal that appears to be abandoned, take only minimal steps to help. “People mean well but a lot of rescues we see, didn’t need help,” says Lacy Campbell, wildlife care center operations manager for the Audubon Society of Portland, Oregon. Make sure the animal is away from traffic or predators, and then call a local wildlife rehabilitator before taking further action, especially if the animal is injured.

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Baby squirrels can fall out of the nest.

“Leave him at the base of the tree,” says Jennifer Keats Curtis, author of the children’s book Squirrel Rescue. “Mom will rebuild the nest before coming to get her baby. If it’s cold, put it in a box with a towel. Once squirrels have been treated as a pet, they can’t be released.”

Tiny, not-yet-feathered nestlings should be returned home; it’s a myth that human scent poses a problem.

If the nest is out of reach or can’t be located, make one with a box and soft cloth. Put it in the tree, so the parents

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can resume feeding. Leave the area so as not to frighten them.

“After young robins, scrub jays, crows and owls leave the nest, they typically spend up to a week on the ground before they can fly,” says Campbell. “At night, the parents will escort the fully feathered fledglings to safety beneath a bush.”

In parks, ducks and geese may nest away from the water. Mama will lead her babies to the pond, even across busy streets. If it’s safe, stop the car to halt traffic, act as their crossing guard, and then resume driving.

A box turtle operates on innate GPS. “It lives in an area the size of a football field,” explains Curtis. “It will go onward, no matter how many times people try to redirect it. If injured by a car or lawn mower, the shell can be mended by a rehab center.”

Bunnies eat at dusk and dawn. Inbetween, the nest may look abandoned.

“Wild baby rabbits are difficult to keep alive if injured,” says Curtis. “At sundown, see if mom returns; if not, they need a wildlife rehab expert.”

The best outcome for injured animals is rescue, rehabilitation and return to the wild.

A lone, young raccoon is either old enough to climb a tree by itself or the mother will carry it. If we feed a raccoon, it will become a beggar.

Opossums are dramatic actors. When cornered, they hiss and fall over and play dead in a coma-like state for up to four hours. Check back later. If a mother possum has been killed by a car, call a rehab official to check her pouch for potential babies.

“If you find a young deer fawn or moose calf, leave it. The mother comes back several times each day to nurse,” advises Amanda Nicholson, director of outreach for the Wildlife Center of Virginia, in Waynesboro.

“Its coloring helps it remain undetected by predators.”

Other Unexpected Encounters “Don’t feed wild animals or leave out food or accessible comestible trash.

Bobcats, wolves, bears and coyotes will avoid people unless food is involved,” cautions Jennifer Place, program associate for Born Free USA, a nonprofit in Washington, D.C. “Wild animals protect their space, food and young, so stay on marked trails when hiking and never turn your back on them.”

For unexpected meetings, stay calm. “Make sure there’s an escape route for the animal,” says Place. “With foxes or coyotes, throw sticks or small rocks, but don’t hit the animal. Make yourself look large and yell.” With snakes, sidestep away slowly for more than six feet before walking in the other direction. Bears require a different response. “Speak in a low voice so the bear realizes you are not prey. Never climb a tree,” says Place. “Bears know the terrain, can run faster than a horse and can climb trees, too. Sidestep away, remaining carefully upright, calm and unthreatening. If the bear moves toward you, keep talking until he moves away.

Running kicks in its prey drive.”

Yellowstone Park regulations require visitors to stay 25 yards away from most wildlife and 100 yards away from bears and wolves. Selfie photos with animals can result in injury or death for humans and animals through carelessness; safety depends on good judgement, respect and common sense.

Friends of wildlife know beforehand how to contact local rehabilitators if there’s an emergency, observe before taking action, and protect pets. “Always leash dogs when going into the yard at night and keep cats indoors,” says Place. “Peaceful co-existence allows for the safety of both people and animals, domestic and wild.”

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Wildlife Transport Tips If a wild animal is injured, wear heavy gloves in its vicinity to avoid being bitten or scratched. Completely cover the animal with a blanket so it stays relatively calm, and place it in a carrier for transport to a rehabilitation facility. A warm hot water bottle can help ward off shock.

Do not give the animal water, milk or food. Time is of the essence to ward off dangers of stress. Wild animals can carry disease without appearing to be ill. Fleas, ticks and mites are likely, so keep injured wildlife away from pets and children.

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I only went out for a walk and finally concluded to stay out till sundown, for going out, I found, was really going in. ~John Muir Renew

Since ancient times, gardens have been employed as a place of healing for body and spirit. Japanese healthcare providers prescribe shinrin-yoku, meaning, “walking in forests to promote health” or “forest bathing”. Its intent is to use sight, sound and smell to connect with nature through stress-reducing, meditative walks.

Based on a program created by the Morikami Japanese Gardens, in Delray Beach, Florida, Washington state’s Bloedel Reserve, on Bainbridge Island, conducts Strolls for Well-Being. Participants sign up for a free, 10-week session of 12 self-guided walks and three group meetings. A companion workbook is provided to encourage journaling on themes such as forgiveness, gratitude and joy.

“Public gardens are a safe place where people can focus and do the work,” says Erin Jennings, with Bloedel.

“We see people that wish to reflect and refuel or simply be more aware and intentional in life.” With 150 acres of natural woodlands and landscaped areas, ranging from a moss garden to a bird marsh, participants can take as much time as they need.

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Bees are an integral part of any flowering garden, and Spikenard Farm Honeybee Sanctuary, in Floyd, Virginia, sustainably hosts 30 hives on six acres adjacent to a field planted with buckwheat, mustard, sunflowers and clover for its biodynamic beekeeping. An orchard on the property dovetails with an organic farm next door. Tours, talks, plant sales, food and music enhance the hospitality.

Hope Hill Lavender Farm, in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, adds lavender to soap, sugar scrubs, lotion and essential oil. “It takes 11 pounds of hand-picked fresh blossoms to make one ounce of essential oil,” says Troy Jochems, coowner with his wife, Wendy. A member of the mint family, lavender adds distinctive flavor and fragrance to both sweet and savory dishes (find recipes at HopeHillLavenderFarm.com). Visit the farm on summer weekends through mid-August and plan to partake of the annual lavender festival next June.

In Glen Allen, Virginia, visitors enjoy a cool serving of lavender lemonade or honey ice cream at Lavender Fields Herb Farm after a stroll through

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~Sara Moss-Wolfe the garden. Greenhouse tours and fall classes on growing herbs, vegetables and lavender include how to make an herbal wreath.

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Tea Wellness classes and tastings of fair trade heirloom varieties are a big draw at Light of Day Organics, in Traverse City, Michigan. They’re taught by founder and horticulturist Angela Macke, a registered nurse. It’s the only dual-certified organic and Demeter Biodynamic commercial grower of tea plants in North America.

The Boiron Medicinal Garden at the Rodale Institute, in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, emphasizes the importance of plants in homeopathy. Maggie Saska, plant production specialist with the research farm, explains, “Walking tours with educational signage in the garden let visitors know which species to look for when planting their own organic healing garden. Plants from a store may not be organically grown or of the correct species,” although a nursery may afford more options.

Christophe Merville, D.Pharm., Boiron USA director of education and pharmacy development, attests that many familiar plants can offer benefits beyond beauty, such as reducing stress, promoting healing or easing congestion. He cautions, “People think plants are naturally safe, but they can be dangerous. St. John’s wort extract, for example, can relieve mild depression, but interacts with prescription medicines. It also reacts to light, so users may experience rashes from sun exposure.

“Lemon balm can be made into an antioxidant tea. It can be grown in a garden, on a balcony or indoors, and combines well with chamomile or lavender.

We like it for helping to relieve anxiety or to improve mental performance.”

Merville suggests steeping German chamomile tea for relaxing sleep.

He says breathing in the steam helps a stuffy nose. When used as a compress, it can relieve pain and itch from rashes. “Don’t drink too much or make it too concentrated,” he warns,

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Vicki Nowicki, founder of Liberty Gardens, in Downers Grove, Illinois, observes, “The world is seeing the first generations that don’t have a relationship with the land or know how to grow their own food.” Its seed-lending library, classes and tours, along with other healing gardens throughout the country, aim to get everyone back to basics including going outside.

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your family. Free. Concordia Gardens Urban Farm, 220 E Concordia Ave, Milwaukee. VictoryGarden Initiative.org/classes.

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 3 Healthy Cooking from the Garden – 12-2pm. This entree will be one of two options in a 6-class course.

Wolf Peach executive chef Cole Ersel will harvest veggies straight from the garden and teach how to transform them into a delicious main dish. Free. Concordia Gardens Urban Farm, 220 E Concordia Ave, Milwaukee. VictoryGardenInitiative.org/classes.

Group Sound Healing with Alchemy Bowls – 6:30-7:30pm. Singing bowls are powerful, effective tools to unwind stress and ignite balance. Increase inner peace, health and harmony; release pain, stress and trauma. Please bring a blanket and pillow. $25.

Greensquare Integrative Health Care Center, Lower Level Education Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. Register Lee Ann Baum: 414-899-9496.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 4 Spirit Message Circle – 6:30-8:45pm. After a meditation to awaken intuitive guidance, attendees will be guided to give & receive messages from the angelic kingdom. No experience necessary. $20.

Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. Register: 262787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 5 Minimetaphysical Fair/Reiki Book Signing – 5:308pm. Book signing with author Deb Karpek; angel card readings, Sabrina Fietze; reiki, Theresa Toporsh/ Chris Keidel; Feng Shui, Theresa Toporsh, concierge and coupons, Michelle Pink. Free. The Executive Building, 12065 W Janesville Rd, #300f, Hales Corners. 414-745-7823. ReikiLoveLLC@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 6 Twelve Powers of Man – 10am-12pm. Book study on this foundational Unity text by Unity’s cofounder, Charles Fillmore, with Rev Brian Griffin.

Free will offering. Unity Church in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105.

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Animal Communication – 12-4pm. Ever wonder what your animal friend is thinking? Bring your animal friend or a picture and find out thoughts, feelings, behavioral issues, or what they like. $65 cash or check/20-minute session. Bark n Scratch Outpost, 5835 W Blue Mound Rd, Milwaukee. Register: 414444-4110. BarkNScratchOutpost.com.

Animal Communication Readings – 4pm. Experience Aimee’s ability to communicate with your animal friends in your life now, or that have transitioned beyond. Aimee also works with animals that are lost or stolen. By appointment only. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. Register: 262-787-3001.

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 7 Sunday Summer Flow w/Live Music – 2-3:30pm.

Musician Kevin Paris and instructor Nikki Estes offer a sweet, soulful 90-minute yoga practice. Relax,

Animal Communication Sessions – 12-4pm. Ever wonder what your animal friend is thinking? Bring your animal friend or a picture and find out thoughts, feelings, behavioral issues, or what they like. $65 cash or check/20 minute session. Petlicious, 2217 Silvernail Rd, Pewaukee. Register: 262-548-0923.

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The Feminine Face of Peru: The Justas – Aug 1314. Sat, 1pm to Sun, 2pm. This workshop contains a way, through ceremonial honoring, to connect with the seven primary feminine symbols of the Andean tradition. $349, including lodging and meals; preregistration required. House in the Wood, 3300 Bay Rd, Delavan. 312-550-8273. SpiritDancerCrystals.com.

renew with a summer vibe. $25. Santosha Yoga Studio, W307 N149 Gold Rd, Delafield. 262-2714972. SantoshaFitness.net.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 9 Yoga Play for Kids and Their Grown-Ups – 3-3:30pm. Classic yoga poses and meditation blended with whimsy and age-appropriate instruction. Ages 6-12 leave with tools for building body confidence and finding calm. $10/one adult and child, $5/each additional child. Santosha Yoga Studio, W307 N149 Gold Rd, Delafield. 262-271-4972.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 12 Drum Circle & Guided Meditation – 6:30-8pm.

Begins with relaxing guided meditation, drumming follows. Relax with the vibrational healing of the drums. Participants are encouraged to bring drums and percussion instruments. Led by Colleen Hickmann & Rev. Kris Nelsen. Love offering. Light of Grace, 5806 W National Ave, West Allis. RSVP: 414-258-5555. Info@LightOfGrace.Church.

Sacred Woman’s Circle – 7-9pm. Gathering in circle with intention is powerful. Come together to honor, listen and share our hearts fully with one another and grow. $25. Santosha Yoga Studio, W307 N149 Gold Rd, Delafield. 262-271-4972.

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Yin Yoga + Introduction to Essential Oils – 7-9pm.

Unwind from the week with gentle stretches via Yin yoga and learn the basics of incorporating essential oils into your everyday life. $15, includes custom oil blend. Space limited. WHYoga-PT, 780 Elm Grove Rd, Elm Grove. RSVP Meredith: Simply BalancedLivingInfo@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 Reiki Level I Training –8:15am-4pm. Reiki heals physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

Learn reiki to give yourself or others a treatment. $200. 5450 S Mooreland Rd, New Berlin. RSVP: 262-498-4162. Rhiana@BeReiki.com.

Urban Farm Work Day – 9am-12pm. Grab your gloves and help transform a city lot into an urban paradise. Help with weeding crops, watering, planting seeds, spreading mulch and other seasonal projects. Take home some fresh veggies to enjoy with

Gong/Bell Soundscape Meditation – 6-7:30pm. A symphony of tones and harmonies from a 36" Pluto gong along with Burmese bells bring you through an imaginative journey of relaxed inspiration. $20, $15/members; registration recommended. Dragonfly Meditation Studio, 11649 N Port Washington Rd, #225, Mequon. 262-518-0173. Dragonfly Meditation.com.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 Adult Coloring and Crafting Club – A time of quiet relaxation following service and fellowship.

Bring coloring books, crafting, scrapbooking, knitting or handwork. Color books for sale, and others for sharing. Fireside Room, Unity Church in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105.

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Akashic Record Readings – 12-4pm. Experience the dynamic, radiant and compassionate quality of the Akashic realm through a reading as received from the Akashic masters and teachers. By appointment only. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. Register: 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 16 Advanced Chakra Studies – Aug 16, 23, 30. 6:308:30pm. Learn Color Healing, Aura Clearing and Chakra Charging techniques. Students need to have had some prior instruction in the chakra system.

Certificates from other teachers or programs accepted.

Preregistration only. $50/class, $135/series when paid in full, in advance. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove.

Register: 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

markyourcalendar Sharon Salzberg: Awaken Your Heart, Embrace Your Life – Aug 16-18. 10am-4:30pm each day. Join one of the world’s leading meditation and spiritual teachers and explore, practice and share a non-residential retreat that will provide opportunity for personal growth and development through a different day-long focus each day. Register for one, two or all three days. $375/3-day, $270/2-day, $135/1day. Group rates for 5 or more. Alverno College Bucyrus Conference Center, 3400 S 43rd St, Milwaukee. RSVP: 414-382-6087. Alverno. edu/contemplativepractice/retreatwithsharon salzberg/.

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17 Aveda Mixer – 5-8pm. 3rd Wed. Take time to replenish and experience Aveda with a night of free mini services and Aveda savings. Free. The Institute of Beauty & Wellness, 327 E St Paul Ave, Milwaukee. RSVP: 414-227-2889. IBW.edu.

Community Acupuncture Clinic – 5-8pm. Enjoy a relaxing 30-minute acupuncture treatment in a quiet group setting, where multiple patients receive treatment at the same time. Ages 18 and above. $15$40/sliding scale treatment. Green Square Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. 414-813-4747.

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Move Grass Cooking Class – 5:15-6:45pm. Learn about harvesting and making a healthy meal with ingredients you have been growing at home. This entrée will be a raw vegetarian dish fully utilizing produce harvested from Concordia Gardens. Instructor: Chef Karen Gill of Down to Earth Chef. Free.

Concordia Gardens Urban Farm, 220 E Concordia Ave, Milwaukee. Register: VictoryGardenInitiative. org/classes.

symbol meanings, how to draw them and each symbol’s energetic applications. Distance healing taught and practiced using these symbols and basic reiki techniques for pain. Class culminates in Reiki Level II attunement and certification. $175 preregistered. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. Register: 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24 Wellness University Class – 6:30-7:30pm. Eating: what works, what doesn’t. Did you know there are diets in which 80% fat leads to no heart disease, diabetes or obesity? Want to lose weight, have better eyes, better endurance? The key originates in our diet. $10/per class, $99/12 classes. Greensquare Integrative Health Care Center, Lower Level Education Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale.

Register Dr. Flip: 414-216-3547. Greensquare Center.com.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 BFF Fridays – Girl’s Night Out – 6:30-8:30pm.

An evening of socializing, fun and food with special girlfriends. Michele Blaylock connects to your spirit guide; guaranteed reading. $35, space limited, preregistration appreciated. Center for Well-Being Lake Country, LLC, 301 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland.

262-367-0607. C4WB.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 20

markyourcalendar The Mediums – 6:30-9:30pm. A rare event where 4-6 mediums will share the stage for one night bringing forward messages from heaven.

There will be a 30-minute meet-and-greet after the show. Adults only. $40 online, $45/cash only at the door. The Lodge, 1W River St, Chippewa Falls. Jenifer Lloyd: 920-379-9752.

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 21 Color Your Life Amazing – 1-3pm. Understand how to work with color energy around and within you, the seven chakras centers and their connection with color, how the chakras rotate and need to be balanced. Class includes a meditation and personal healing. $35. Light of Grace, 5806 W National Ave, West Allis. RSVP: 414-258-5555. Info@LightOf Grace.Church.

Reiki Level II Workshop and Candlelight Attunement – 12:30-5:30pm. Learn reiki initiation

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Feelings Essential Oils Class & Meditation – 1-2:30pm. Learn about essential oils from a “feelings” kit. Participants will have the opportunity to smell and experience the oils, and then a short guided meditation will be led for each oil. 30-minute Q&A. Light of Grace, 5806 W National Ave, West Allis. RSVP: 414-258-5555. Info@LightOfGrace.

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Sacred Woman’s Circle – 3-5pm. See Aug 12 listing. $25. Santosha Yoga Studio, W307 N149 Gold Rd, Delafield. 262-271-4972. SantoshaFitness.net.

plan ahead SEPTEMBER Spirit & Wellness Fair - Lake Country – Sep 10.

10am-4pm. Experience uplifting shifts in your awareness, guidance and wellness through private readings and healing sessions. See website for readers/services. Free/entry, $20/15 min readings and healings. Center for Well-Being Lake Country, 301 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland. 262-367-0607.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 18 Introduction to Reiki & Reiki Share for Practitioners – 6:30-8pm. Be introduced to the fundamental concepts of energy medicine. Questions such as “How can I use reiki in my home, career and life?” will be answered. Reiki techniques demonstrated and students will experience feeling their own energy field and that of their fellow students. $20/ preregistered. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. Register: 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 25 Workshop: Healing All Things Thru Love – 6:308:30pm. Take a time out to reset your mind, relax your body and rejuvenate your soul. With so much uncertainty in our world, share some of what we have learned about the energy of love. The program closes with a guided meditation. Preregistered only please. Free. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. Register: 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 Urban Farm Work Day – 9am-12pm. See Aug 13 listing. Free. Concordia Gardens Urban Farm, 220 E Concordia Ave, Milwaukee. VictoryGardenInitiative. org/classes.

Reiki, Crystals and Pendulums – 9am-4pm.

Combine crystals into your reiki practice. Specifically, working with chakras, selenite wands and pendulums. Must be attuned to reiki. $200, includes a crystal set. 5450 S Mooreland Rd, New Berlin.

RSVP: 262-498-4162. Rhiana@BeReiki.com.

Advanced Animal Communication Workshop – Aug 27, 28. 10-4pm both days. Delve deeper into intuitive skills to connect with the animal world by using photos, learning from animal teachers, connecting with spirits and releasing old habits or wounds. Animals will be present. Any basic communication class required. $300/in advance, $325/day of. Bark n Scratch Outpost, 5835 W Blue Mound Rd, Milwaukee. Pre-register: 414-444-4110.

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 28 Silent Auction – Following the service. Please bring items for the silent auction to the church before the Aug 19. Unity Church in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd

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Community FarmRaiser – Sep 10. 4pm-twilight. A garden-harvest meal featuring delicious dishes that showcase produce grown in Concordia Gardens, live music, activities for people of all ages, community art, and more. Free. Register by September 3. Concordia Gardens Urban Farm, 220 E Concordia Ave, Milwaukee. VictoryGardenInitiative.org/ FarmRaiser.

markyourcalendar Holistic Healing/Aromatherapy Certification – Sep 10-11. Dr Christina Wilke-Burbach, a holistic health psychologist, certified aroma therapist and NAHA member, offers a sixclass, 110-hour level one aromatherapy certification. Grandstay Residential Suites Hotel, Sheboygan. Register: 608-393-7353 or MindSoulAndSelf@yahoo.com. MindSoul AndSelf.com.

Kids Yoga – Tuesdays Sep 13-Oct 18. 4:305:20pm. Ages 7-11 explore yoga poses, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques that encourage body awareness and self-exploration. Students will practice partner poses and play cooperative yoga games. $72, $54/by Aug 30; registration required.

Dragonfly Meditation Studio, 11649 N Port Washington Rd, #225, Mequon. 262-518-0173. Dragonfly Meditation.com.

Introduction to Mindfulness – Sept 14, 21, 28.

5:30-7pm. For beginners who want to learn basic mindfulness skills and discover ways to integrate these into daily life; with Ann Marie Arvoy, MA, LPC, certified meditation instructor. $120, $90/ members. Dragonfly Meditation Studio, 11649 N Port Washington Rd, #225, Mequon. 262-518-0173.

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Wellness & Metaphysical Fair – Sep 18. 11am4pm. A day of enlightenment and healing: energy

workers, reflexology, healers, a variety of the best readers in the Midwest. Vendors with one-of-a-kind items, natural products for your body, essential oils, crystals and more. See website for information.

American Legion 449, 3245 N 124th St, Brookfield.

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Sacred Scotland – September 19-29. A sacred pilgrimage of renewal; connect with the forces of nature, the spirits of the land and the deep well of your spirit. The backdrop of the Scottish Highlands and Isles offer a respite for your soul. Join in ceremony, ritual and meditation, and weave your energy body with this sacred land of the ancients and fairies. Amy Wilinski: 920-609-8277. GoldenLightHealing.net.

OCTOBER Wisconsin’s Holistic Health Expo – Oct 23. 11am5pm. Integrate your physical, mental, and spiritual health. Book launch and signing; meet the author.

Workshops. Presentations. 140+ local practitioners.

Holistic products & services. Download our podcast.

Early bird: $7, $17/with book, $30/group of five, $80/five with book. Day of: $10, $20/with book, $40/group of five, $90/five with book. Country Springs Hotel & Waterpark, 2810 Golf Rd, Pewaukee. Contact@HolisticHealthExpo.org.

DECEMBER Escape to Ecuador - Dec 7-14 & Dec 13-19. Escape the cold and find bliss in Ecuador. Practice, improve and learn about Yoga where nature is essential to its inhabitants. Fly into Cuenca, Ecuador, and travel to Vilcabamba. $997 each part, $400 discount for entire retreat. Pre-registration required; application fee to serve as a deposit. RSVP: 262-490-8146.

EscapeToEcuador.com/yoga.

JANUARY 2017 Peru Mysticism – January 14-22. This one-week journey will explore Peruvian shamanism with local medicine people and ancient holy sites including Machu Picchu. Led by Amy & David Wilinski.

GoldenLightHealing@bayland.net.

The Way of the Altomesayok – Jan 22-Feb 1; optional Machu Picchu add-on Jan 19-22. An in-depth exploration of the elusive altomesayoks of Peru for individuals who want to deepen their connection and explore an ongoing commitment to this practice.

Trip is open to mesa carriers by invitation or application only. If you are interested submit a letter of intent detailing your training, reason for going, what you hope to gain and how you are incorporating the past teachings into your life. GoldenLightHealing@ bayland.net.

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daily Walk the Labyrinth – Labyrinths have been used as a meditation/prayer by many cultures the world over.

Read the instructions before beginning to maximize the experience. Unity Church in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. RSVP: 414 475-0105. Unity ChurchInMilwaukee.org.

sunday Guided Meditation – 10am. A guided secular meditation, with a focus on the breath, to develop increased awareness and mindfulness. Open for beginner to advanced practice. $15, free/members. Dragonfly Meditation Studio, 11649 N Port Washington Rd, #225, Mequon. 262-518-0173.

DragonflyMeditation.com.

Unity Church of Light Sunday Service – 10am.

Inspirational message from Rev Sue Ellen Kelly, enhanced by the music of George Busateri and John Zaffiro with various soloists. Also children’s Sunday School. Unity Church of Light, 150 S Sunnyslope Rd, Ste 110, Brookfield. 262-641-7558. TheUnity ChurchOfLight.org.

monday Hatha Yoga for Tone and Flexibility – 9-10:30am.

Class focuses on re-patterning techniques; simple, self-applied methods for releasing restrictions; and learning traditional yoga postures to enhance health for a lifetime. $90/six-class package, preregistration required. Greensquare Integrative Health Care Center, Lower Level Education Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. Dr Buegel: 414-292-3900 x 220.

GreensquareCenter.com.

Gentle Yoga and Guided Meditation Class – 6-7:15pm. Breathing, stretching, laughter and guided meditation will help you increase flexibility and stability, be your joyful self, and relieve stress and

tension. With Gail Vella, RYT, CLYL, CRR. $15/ drop in, $65/six-class package, free/sample class; preregistration required. Greensquare Integrative Health Care Center, Lower Level Education Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. 414-573-6942.

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tuesday Beginner/Intermediate Yoga – 9-10am. Relieve stress, gain flexibility, strength and balance. Emphasis is on proper alignment and breathing for a safe, healing practice. Led by Shelley Carpenter, PT, RYT. $44/4 weeks, $13/class. The Ommani Center, 1166 Quail Court, Ste 210,Pewaukee. Register: 414-217-4185. Shelley@PureEnergyYoga.com.

PureEnergyYoga.com.

Nutrition and Essential Oil Profile – Through Oct. 9am-3pm. Karen Balistreri offers a bio-feedback reading (Tovi Nutrition Tracker) at her Thiensville Farmers Market booth. Free. Fireman’s Park off Elm St across from Fire Dept, Thiensville. 262-227-9874.

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Health Screening and Wellness Assessment – Through Aug. 10am-1pm. Come for a computerized Neurological and Biomechanical Health Screening and Wellness Assessment. Free. Brookfield Square Mall, 95 N Moorland Rd, Brookfield. 262-226-8349.

Dr.VanWesten@OptimalPerformanceWI.com.

Architecture of All Abundance Personal Renaissance Circle – 8:10-9:10pm. Phone reading and conversation circle. Life wisdom, feminine-spiritcentered sessions led by Anne Wondra. $10, $27/ monthly. Register, Anne Wondra: 262-544-4310.

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wednesday Wellness Wednesdays – Through Aug. 10am-2pm.

Mid-day motivation and mindfulness; each session starts 10 minutes after the hour to allow working folk to join. Enjoy a variety of teachers or guides.

Free/sample class, $15/day pass, $44/monthly pass, discounts for cash. Unity Church in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. RSVP: 414 475-0105.

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Gentle Yoga for Adults – 8:30am. Enjoy a small class designed to improve or maintain core strength, flexibility and balance. With Diane Seymour of YinYang Yoga. No experience necessary. $10. Center for Well-Being Lake Country, 301 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland. RSVP Diane: 414-881-8005. C4WB.com.

Beginner/Intermediate Yoga – 6-7pm. Relieve stress, gain flexibility, strength and balance. Emphasis is on proper alignment and breathing for a safe, healing practice. Led by Shelley Carpenter, PT, RYT. $44/4 weeks, $13/class. The Ommani Center, 1166 Quail Ct, #210, Pewaukee. Register: 414-217-4185. Shelley@PureEnergyYoga.com.

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Lessons in Truth – 6:30pm. The foundational Unity text book is taught by Rev Brian Griffin. Love offering. Unity Church in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414 475-0105. UnityChurchIn Milwaukee.org.

thursday Minister’s Book Study Group – 9:15-10:45am.

The book that will be studied is Bishop John Shelby Spong’s Biblical Literalism: A Gentile Heresy.

Spong has been called a truth-teller who stands up to the ignorance that has hijacked the story of Jesus.

Free will offering. Unity Church in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414 475-0105. UCIM@ wi.rr.com.

Gentle Healing Yoga – 10-11am. Gentle, individualized class ideal for those with chronic aches and pains, arthritis, fibromyalgia, MS, cancer, post-injury, health conditions, or interested in gentle yoga. Instructor: Shelley Carpenter, PT, RYT. $40/4 weeks, $12/ class. Lakepoint Church, S63W13694 Janesville Rd, Muskego. Register: 414-217-4185. Shelley@ PureEnergyYoga.com. PureEnergyYoga.com.

Health Screening and Wellness Assessment – Through Aug. 10am-1pm. Come for a computerized Neurological and Biomechanical Health Screening and Wellness Assessment. Free. Brookfield Square Mall, 95 N Moorland Rd, Brookfield. 262-226-8349.

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Hatha Yoga for Tone and Flexibility – 10:30am12pm. Class focuses on re-patterning techniques; simple, self-applied methods for releasing restrictions; and learning traditional yoga postures to enhance health for a lifetime. $90/six-class package, preregistration required. Greensquare Integrative Health Care Center, Lower Level Education Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. Dr Buegel: 414292-3900 x 220. GreensquareCenter.com.

Silent Unity Prayer Circle – 11am. This is a prayer time in conjunction with the service being said at Unity’s World Headquarters. Submit your prayer

requests if you are unable to be present. Unity in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. RSVP: 414-475-0105. UnityChurchInMilwaukee.org.

Pay-What-You-Can FarmStand – Through Sep 2.

2-6pm. Affordable, fresh, organic produce straight from the garden. The FarmStand is run by area kids who grow food, harvest it, and get to keep all the proceeds from selling it. Concordia Gardens Urban Farm, 220 E Concordia Ave, Milwaukee.

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Reiki Share & Meditation – 6:30-8:30pm. 3rd Fri. Session starts with a chakra meditation led by Rev Kris Nelsen, followed by sharing reiki with one another. Sharing reiki enhances the overall reiki experience, and demonstrates the law of wholeness. $10 offering appreciated. Light of Grace, 5806 W National Ave, West Allis. RSVP: 414-258-5555.

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saturday Gentle Yoga for Adults – 8:30am. See Wednesday listing. $10. Center for Well-Being Lake Country, 301 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland. RSVP Diane: 414881-8005. C4WB.com.

Conscious Kids Yoga – 10:30-11:30am. Join Ashley Steward, of Conscious Kids, as she blends mindfulness lessons and discussions taught through yoga, games and crafts for ages 6-10. $10. Center for Well-Being Lake Country, LLC, 301 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland. RSVP Ashley: 262-510-4721.

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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community. To be included in the Community Resource Guide, email Publisher@NaturalMilwaukee.com to request our media kit.

ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE BY ALANA

6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale 414-813-4747 AcupunctureByAlana.com Specializing in pain treatment, internal medicine, hormone imbalance, and stress management.

Alana Hammer, MS L.Ac utilizes acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to help individuals achieve their optimal health.

ANANDA ACUPUNCTURE & HEALING CENTER

4528 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood 414-791-0303 AnandaAcupuncture.com Our focus is stress and pain management along with support modalities: 5 element nutritional consultations, Angel Card readings, Reiki and CranioSacral therapy, herbal, homeopathic and essential oil prescriptions.See ad, page 18.

AYURVEDA ASTRA AYURVEDA & WELLNESS 904-616-0085 AstraWellness.org 1841 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee

Melanie Manuel offers traditional bodywork therapies, special events, and nutritional counseling.

Experience greater balance, better health, and a stronger sense of well-being through ayurveda.

BICYCLE REPAIR MOBILE BIKE WERX

MobileBikeWerx.com MobileBikeWerx@gmail.com 414-915-9686 Eliminate the hassle. Full-service certified bicycle repair shop on wheels. Pick-up and delivery.

Emergency and on-site repair.

Convenient, competitive pricing, guaranteed. Servicing all types and brands.

ANIMAL COMMUNICATION/ HEALING ALL SPIRIT HEALING

Stacy Krafczyk • 414-460-4781 AllSpiritHealing.com Stacy Krafczyk specializes in Animal Communication, intuitive readings, after life communication, energy work and healing for both people and animals that helps promote physical and emotional well-being.

BODYWORK 1212 BODYWORKS

19601 W Bluemound Rd, #100, Brookfield 414-405-3956 1212BodyWorks.com Emily Yenor, Physical Therapist and movement expert, identifies and corrects muscle imbalances throughout the body to help you move better, feel better and live better. See ad, page 18.

ANIMAL CONNECTING AND HEALING

Aimee Lawent Beach 414-732-9860 AnimalConnectingAndHealing@yahoo.com Aimee is a Healing Touch for Animals (HTA) Practitioner and animal communicator. HTA restores harmony and balance to an animal’s energy system and works cooperatively with traditional veterinary care.

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CHIROPRACTIC OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER

15850 W Bluemound Rd, Ste 306, Brookfield OptimalPerformanceWI.com 262-226-8349

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We combine the best of chiropractic, physical therapy and wellness care. We use a comprehensive panel of diagnostic testing to insure our patients get the highest level of care possible.

CRYSTALS ANGEL LIGHT CENTER FOR THE HEALING ARTS

13000 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove 262-787-3001 • AngelLightLLC.com Our Crystal Emporium features unique and exquisite crystals, stones and natural stone jewelry at affordable prices. Crystal Workshops and therapeutic Crystal Healing sessions also available.

FREE SPIRIT CRYSTALS

4763 N 124 St, Butler • 262-790-0748 FreeSpiritCrystals.com Besides selling beautiful stones and crystals, we offer a variety of healing sessions, crystal healing classes, reiki, astrology, tarot readings and spiritual counseling.

See ad, page 12.

DENTISTRY HOLISTIC DENTISTRY OF PORT WASHINGTON

222 N Franklin St, Port Washington 262-235-4525 HolisticDentistryWI.com Dr. Railand is passionate about treating all ages with a whole body p e r s p e c t i v e . We c o m b i n e advanced alternative treatments with conventional procedures to provide true wellness. See ad, page 5.

INTEGRATIVE DENTAL SOLUTIONS N35 W23770 Capitol Dr, Pewaukee 262-691-4555 • MyNaturalDentist.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, page 3.

ESSENTIAL OILS YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS Anne Wondra 262-544-4310 Yldist.com/myoilsjuice

My wellness site is life-centered. I write about and teach empowered wellness, useful resources, and creating everyday wellness for ourselves. Learn more on my blog tab at Yldist.com/myoilsjuice.

HOLISTIC HEALING CENTER FOR WELL-BEING Sandra Anderson 301 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland 262-367-0607 • c4wb.com

Sandra Anderson is certified in advanced energy medicine techniques and practices for supporting individuals who are looking for holistic approaches in attaining fulfillment and wellbeing. See ad, page 25.

DAYSPRING HEALTH CONCEPTS N88W16691 Appleton Ave, Menomonee Falls 414-803-4783 DaySpringHealthConcepts.com

Functional Diagnostic Nutrition addresses hormone, immune, detoxification and digestive issues.

Applying a lifestyle and nutritional based program supporting the body’s natural healing ability. Free 30 minute consultation.

GOLDEN LIGHT HEALING

Amy Wilinski, Shamanic Energy Practitioner/ Reiki Master • 920-609-8277 GoldenLightHealing.net Discover your gifts with one of our many offerings! Offering healing sessions and training in Milwaukee and Green Bay area in Reiki, Shamanism, Intuition, Mediumship and much more.

NATALIE BENOIT

Inspiration Wellness Group, 6420A S Howell Ave, Oak Creek 414-651-2243 MilwaukeeReiki.MassagePlanet.com Wellness coach, guide, consultant, educator and Reiki practitioner since 2000. Specializing in disease reversal with natural evidencebased therapies. Emphasis on functional, alternative, complementary and energy medicines.

PURE ENERGY YOGA

Shelley Carpenter, PT, RYT, Reiki Master/Teacher PureEnergyYoga.com • 414-217-4185 Reiki healing sessions and instruction, yoga classes for all in Pewaukee, Muskego, Greendale.

Restore balance, health and wellbeing in mind, body and spirit.

LAWNCARE/LANDSCAPE SERVICES LACEWING

Diane Olson-Schmidt • 414-793-3652 LaceWingGdcs@att.net Garden consultation, instruction, landscape design, wildflowers and woodland gardens, prairies, small ponds, rain gardens, landscape maintenance, organic lawn care.

Organic landscape practices in all habitats. See ad, page 19.

GREENSQUARE INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CARE CENTER 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale 414-292-3900, Ext 203 GreenSquareCenter.com

20+ Integrative medical and natural healing specialists offer patientcentered personalized care. We treat the cause, not the symptom, using the latest integrative strategies and research. Affordable daily health and fitness classes.

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LAKESIDE NATURAL MEDICINE

WONDERSPIRIT LIFE COACHING

Anne Wondra • 262-544-4310 2312 N Grandview Blvd, Ste 101, Waukesha WonderSpirit.com Personal evolutions coaching and community for creatives, writers, and wise women; greatnessgrowing, awakenings, new thought explorings, and life-view expandings guide; coming-outof-hiding-who-you-are partner.

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4433 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood LakesideNaturalMedicine.com 414-939-8748

D r. S a r a h A x t e l l a n d Dr. Diana Milling are naturopathic doctors with a focus on autoimmune diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, endocrine conditions, cancer, anxiety and weight loss. See ad, page 25.

MEDICINE - NEUROLOGY & PAIN TREATMENT

MASSAGE ACTIVE BODY WELLNESS

DR. NEAL POLLACK NEUROLOGY & PAIN TREATMENT

Rob Reader, LMT: 414-721-6942 Wendy Halfpap, LMT: 414-839-7688 909 W Mequon Rd, Mequon Let your body play to its full potential with the benefits of therapeutic massage. Relieve chronic and acute pain, accelerate recovery time, and experience the benefits of postural alignment. See ad, page 19.

CONSCIOUS MASSAGE

Rebecca deVogel, LMT Sussex/Lisbon & Brookfield/Elm Grove 414-839-0242 • RebeccaDeVogel.com

2600 N Mayfair Rd, Ste 1120, Wauwatosa 414-453-7780 MilwaukeePainClinic.com

Specializing in neurology, pain treatment, and musculoskeletal medicine, we provide traditional and alternative regenerative therapies that have enabled thousands of patients to avoid surgery, reduce medications, and relieve their pain. See ad, page 23.

MEDITATION

Energy-rich, intuitive bodywork embraces the more of you, bringing ease and vibrant health to every aspect of life. Specializing in relaxation, lomi lomi, deep tissue and therapeutic massage.

MEDICINE – FUNCTIONAL & INTEGRATIVE

DRAGONFLY MEDITATION STUDIO

11649 N Port Washington Rd, Ste 225, Mequon 262-518-0173 • DragonflyMeditation.com Dragonfly Meditation is a secular (non-religious) mindfulnessb a s e d s t u d i o w h i c h o ff e r s meditation instruction, special workshops, retreats, massage, reiki and yoga classes. See ad, page 17.

BYERS FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE 414-369-3685 ByersFunctionalMedicine.com 4532 N Oakland Ave, Whitefish Bay

Holistic medical care that integrates personalized, natural health solutions with diet, lifestyle and supplements and the latest technology in lab testing and evidence-based medicine.

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REIKI

MENTAL HEALTH BLUE STONE COUNSELING

10040 N Port Washington Rd, Mequon BlueStoneCounselingLLC.com 262-241-5604

ANGELIK HANDS

11430 W Bluemound Rd, Ste 104, Wauwatosa 414-429-5117 Reiki-AngelikHands.com

Ann Miller is a Reiki Master and is trained in Usui Reiki. Reiki therapy sessions provide physical, emotional, and spiritual healing.

Call to schedule your appointment today.

My mission is to provide personal, compassionate counseling that transforms the human experience to one of joy and hope by optimizing each client’s potential.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE WHITE WOLF MFR

11430 W Bluemound Rd, Ste 104, Wauwatosa 414-543-0855 WhiteWolfMFR.com

262-498-4162 • BeReiki.com 6130 S 108th St, Hales Corners 525 S Rochester St, Mukwonago Rhiana is trained in Usui and Holy Fire Karuna Reiki. Earn CEUs. If you’re looking for certified training and compassionate healing sessions call Rhiana.

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NATURAL FOODS

414-758-0657 CarlsonHealing.com 121 E Silver Spring Dr, Ste 208, Whitefish Bay 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. See ad, page 7.

OUTPOST NATURAL FOODS

Bay View, Brown Deer, Milwaukee, Mequon and Wauwatosa locations Outpost.coop We know Jack! Unlike other area grocers, we know by name many of the farmers and producers who supply Outpost with quality goods. See ad, page 15.

NUTRITION LANGLOIS’ VITAL NUTRITION CENTER 8843 W North Ave, Wauwatosa 414-453-8289 store, 414-453-4070 office VitalNutritionCenter.com

Langlois’ Vital Nutrition Center is at the forefront in optimal nutrition.

Optimal nutrition equals: Increased energy, more productivity, enhanced emotions, improved brain function and more. See ad, page 40.

OUTDOOR GEAR YELLOW WOOD GEAR

401 E Silver Spring Dr, Whitefish Bay YellowWoodGear.com 414-332-3636 Yellow Wood specializes in premier outdoor gear with a conscience, passion for what we do and purpose to create a better society and community.

See ad, page 23.

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6232 Bankers Rd, Racine • 800-593-2320 Acupuncture.edu The Midwest College, with campuses in Racine and Chicago, offers accredited programs in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine that lead to licensed practice in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana and many other states. See ad, page 39.

SKIN CARE

BE REIKI

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.

MIDWEST COLLEGE OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE

SKIN AND ACNE SPECIALIST N64W24678 Main St, Sussex 920-210-0370 SkinAndAcneSpecialist.com

Rachel Geschke is a Face Reality Acne Specialist and holistic esthetician. She specializes in acne treatment and prevention, along with Reiki-infused facials, peels and waxing.

WHITE SAGE SPA

Susie Raymond, Esthetician, Life Coach, Reiki Master/Teacher WhiteSageSpa.com • 414-352-6550 Rest your concerns in Susie’s soothing hands. Experience transformation within your skin, energy, or life purpose when you connect and express your inner desires. See ad, page 24.

SCHOOLS/TRAINING ART OF HEALING SCHOOL OF ENERGY MEDICINE

13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove 262-787-3001 • AngelLightLLC.com Wisconsin’s premier School for Energy Medicine Training offering individual classes, certificate and diploma programs. Built on the belief that knowledge, competency and professionalism must exist at the very foundation of Energy Work.

INSTITUTE OF BEAUTY AND WELLNESS

327 E St Paul Ave, Milwaukee 414-227-2889 • IBW.edu Located in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward, The Institute of Beauty and Wellness is a leading Aveda school with multiple beauty and wellness programs.

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SPIRITUAL LIGHT OF GRACE

Associate Pastor Kris Nelsen 5806 W National Ave, West Allis LightOfGrace.church A loving, spiritual community dedicated to assisting others on their spiritual journey. We provide 10am Sunday gatherings, healing services, weddings, classes & m o r e . S e n i o r P a s t o r To m Sherbrook. See ad, page 23.

SPIRITUAL LIVING OF GREATER MILWAUKEE King of Glory Church 4330 S 84th St, Greenfield Rsgm.net

We inspire a positive approach to a lifetime of spiritual growth. We celebrate our diversity and recognize our unity. Be the One who makes a difference. Rev Lisa Stewart, D.D., Pastor. See ad, page 17.

UNITY CHURCH

Rev Mari Gabriels on 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa • 414-475-0105 UnityChurchInMilwaukee.org A God-centered c o m m u n i t y, welcoming all to come and share the gifts of divine love, life, peace, joy and abundance. Join us Sundays, 10 am. See ad, page 7.

VETERINARY SERVICES ANIMAL DOCTOR HOLISTIC VETERINARY COMPLEX

S73 W16790 Janesville Rd, Muskego 414-422-1300 AnimalDoctorHolistic.com Complete, integrated pet health care, including natural nutrition, titres, herbal/glandular/nutraceutical supplements, and essential oils. Dr. Jodie is a certified acupuncturist and food therapist.

WELLNESS CENTER HEALTH AND ENERGY CENTER OF WI HealthAndEnergyWi.com 11661 W Bluemound Rd, Wauwatosa 262-391-8409

Natural health center offering Raindrop technique with therapeuticgrade essential oils, massage therapy, foot reflexology, far infrared massage, classes, natural cleaning and other holistic therapies to support healthy living. See ad, page 7.

LOTUS BE WELL

75 N Main St., Hartford LotusBeWell.com Info@LotusBeWell.com Innovative wellness spa featuring: aromatherapy, oxygen bar, rejuvenating multi-sensory power nap area, unique therapeutic and spa services, nutrition and lifestyle re-design, and interactive, educational classes. See ad, page 24.

YOGA SANTOSHA FITNESS

W307 N1497 Golf Rd, Ste 102, Delafield 262-215-1864 • SantoshaFitness.net We offer affordable, enjoyable yoga for everyone in an intimate, calming space that specializes in yoga, fitness and mindfulness; also have a certified ayurvedic practitioner on staff. See ad, page 13.

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