H E A L T H Y
FREE
L I V I N G
H E A L T H Y
P L A N E T
feel good • live simply • laugh more
Special Issue
Personal Empowerment Create the Life You Want Growing Up with Wayne Dyer Practicing Gratitude
November 2014 | Toledo, OH / Monroe County, MI Edition | NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
contents 8
10
4 newsbriefs 8 healthbriefs 10 globalbriefs 14 healingways 15 fitbody 16 greenliving 18 healthykids
14
20 consciouseating 22 naturalpet 24 wisewords 25 calendar 26 classifieds 30 resourceguide
Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.
12 POWERFUL YOU! Six Ways to Create the Life You Want
12
by Judith Fertig
14 MIDDAY PICK-ME-UP Well-Planned Naps Boost Brainpower by Lane Vail
15 CELLULITE SHRINKERS Five Simple Exercises to Smooth Thighs by E.C. LaMeaux
16 ECO-BEAUTY
Homemade Shampoos, Lotions and Perfumes Make Great Gifts by Kathleen Barnes
advertising & submissions HOW TO ADVERTISE To advertise with Natural Awakenings or request a media kit, please contact us at 419-340-3592 or email Publisher@NA-Toledo.com. Deadline for ads: the 10th of the month. EDITORIAL SUBMISSIONS Email articles, news items and ideas to: Publisher@NAToledo.com. Deadline for editorial: the 10th of the month. CALENDAR SUBMISSIONS Visit our website to enter calendar items – Natural AwakeningsToledo.com. You will receive a confirmation email when your event has been approved and posted online, usually within 24 hours. Events submitted by the 10th and meet our criteria will be added to the print magazine as space permits. REGIONAL MARKETS Advertise your products or services in multiple markets! Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp. is a growing franchised family of locally owned magazines serving communities since 1994. To place your ad in other markets call 239-449-8309. For franchising opportunities call 239-530-1377 or visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com 2
Toledo/Monroe edition
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
18 BRING BACK THE MAGIC
Give Kids the True Gifts of the Season by Meredith Montgomery
20 BEAUTY FOODS
18
Kimberly Snyder Shows How to Eat for Radiant Skin, Eyes and Hair by Judith Fertig
22 PLAYFUL PET GIFTS
Animals Love Interactive Toys and Games by Sandra Murphy
24 GROWING UP
WITH WAYNE DYER Serena Dyer Reflects on Her Spiritual Upbringing by Lindsay McGinty
24
publisher'sletter
I
contact us Publisher/Editor Vicki Perion National Editor S. Alison Chabonais Editorial Martin Miron Patti Radakovich Design & Production Stephen Blancett Kim Cerne Patrick Floresca Calendar Sherry Ann Franchise Sales 239-530-1377
P.O. Box 5452 Toledo, OH 43613 Cell: 419-340-3592 Fax: 419-329-4340 Publisher@NA-Toledo.com NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com © 2014 by Natural Awakenings. All rights reserved. Although some parts of this publication may be reproduced and reprinted, we require that prior permission be obtained in writing. Natural Awakenings is a free publication distributed locally and is supported by our advertisers. It is available in selected stores, health and education centers, healing centers, public libraries and wherever free publications are generally seen. Please call to find a location near you or if you would like copies placed at your business.
t can be difficult to change our way of thinking about something. For me, it may be because I suffer from stubbornness, even when it comes to acting in my own best interests. Last month, after being psyched up by viewing the film Fed Up citing all the downsides to our health of eating sugar, I boldly stated I was going to stay off sugar for 10 days and see what benefits I could reap from doing it. I really wanted to stay off sugar, but my conviction lasted just three days before temptation won out. Still, I promised myself I would indulge just a little, not that much, because, “Hey, you’re supposed to be doing a sugar detox.” I also received gentle reminders from my significant other. I am grateful to report that I cut back markedly on my overall sugar consumption during this past month. For the most part, I only indulged a little each day, rather than a lot. Most noteworthy, I managed to stay away from my favorite dark chocolate, a major accomplishment for me. So I am somewhat proud of my progress. I figure that if I keep at it, I'll get to my goal of 10 days sugar-free. Reflecting on this experience to date, I see that changing my way of thinking may not always be a do it or don't pivot point. It’s more likely to be, do it a little and keep trying. The stepped strategies in this month’s feature article by Judith Fertig, “Powerful You! Six Ways to Create the Life you Want,” can give us all a leg up. It touches on how to change our thinking in areas of physical health, emotional wellbeing, relationships, finances, work and spirituality. I’d love to hear feedback about your own efforts to change something regarding a significant aspect of your life. If you want to use foods to detox physically over time, our Conscious Eating department, “Beauty Foods—Kimberly Snyder Shows How to Eat for Healthy Skin, Eyes and Hair,” aims to help you on your way. I love her motto of “Progress not perfection.” It makes me feel a little better about caving in to little bits of sugar now and then. A huge “Thank you” goes out to our loyal readers, advertisers, distributors and other supporters of Natural Awakenings of Toledo. We are grateful you are with us to celebrate the first anniversary of this community magazine; it wouldn’t exist without all of you. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families,
Vicki Perion, Publisher
We do not necessarily endorse the views expressed in the articles and advertisements, nor are we responsible for the products and services advertised. We welcome your ideas, articles and feedback.
SUBSCRIPTIONS Subscriptions are available by sending $20 (for 12 issues) to the above address. Natural Awakenings is printed on recycled newsprint with soybased ink.
natural awakenings
November 2014
3
newsbriefs New Beginnings Healing Center Reduces Holiday Stress
D
rop and Shop sessions reduce stressful holiday shopping when children ages 5 and up enjoy entertaining and fun art classes from either 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. November 15 and 29 and December 6 and 20. Kids can stay for one session or the whole day and have lunch, avoiding the anxiety of gift shopping and errands for everyone. New Pamper and Relaxation Saturdays will be available throughout the season and beyond at New Beginnings Healing Center beginning December 27 and monthly thereafter. Gift certificates for a day of relaxation are available for up to six different services, including yoga, chakra balancing, facials, handwriting analysis, Reiki, foot reflexology/detox treatment, psychic readings, mini classes on goal setting and mindfulness and more during a full-day session and complimentary lunch. Location: 202 N. McCord, Toledo. For pricing and to register, call 419-861-7786 or visit nbhctoledo.com. See ad page 18.
Turning Point Chiropractic Gives Back to the Community
D
r. Jeff Elmore and Dr. Rachel Elmore are a husband-and-wife team providing upper cervical chiropractic care at Turning Point Chiropractic, in Perrysburg, Ohio. Their focus is on helping patients achieve optimum health using a procedure that does not involve twisting, popping or cracking of the neck. The couple is conducting their annual canned food drive during the month of November. When a patient brings in a grocery bag of non-perishable food items, they will receive a free exam and consultation valued at $110. Rachel says, "We donate all the food to Perrysburg Christian Food Bank. Last year we filled up two pickup truck loads, and this year our goal is three!" The Elmore’s emphasis is to educate patients about the important roles that physical stress, chemical stress and emotional stress play on the nervous system, which controls every cell, function, organ and system of the body. Turning Point Chiropractic patients are people of all ages seeking a more holistic lifestyle. Location: 353 Elm St., Ste. B, Perrysburg, OH. For more information, call 419-874-4840 or visit MyTurningPointChiro. com. See ad page 30. 4
Toledo/Monroe edition
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
Capture Life’s Special Moments with a Professional Photographer
C
elebrating five years of “focusing on you,” C. Julia Photography, Inc., offers commercial and residential photographic services in northern Ohio. Belly to Baby, “telling the story of your baby’s journey into life,” gives CJP clients seven photography session options, including announcement, maternity, birth, newborn, three months, six months and one year. OnSite services are designed to create a photographic story tailored to the client’s specific needs on location. Special event coverage includes weddings, engagements, birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, generational photos, company parties, senior and family portraits, commercial headshots, marketing and realty photography. MetroSpecs, a unique take on landscape photography focused on abstract sculptures and architecture in metropolitan areas, represents another artistic side of CJP. Featuring cities in the Midwest (Toledo, Cincinnati, Columbus, Cleveland, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Bay City, Frankenmuth and more), these images serve as beautiful decor for any home or office while boasting the distinctive originality of the city in which it exists. A Little FAN-Fare provides a fun spin on portraiture, giving sports enthusiasts with kids an entertaining opportunity to showcase their love of the game. CJP will photograph children in team gear in the studio or on location. View samples at CJuliaPhotography.com, @CJuliaPhotog and Facebook. See ad page 31.
Make Homes Safer for Seniors
C
omForcare keeps seniors living safely where they are most comfortable—in their own home. To help keep them safe, ComForcare performs free home safety checks when one of their trained professionals visits the home to identify potential hazards and makes recommendations for modifications to reduce fall risks. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, one out of three adults 65 or older falls each year, but fewer than half talk to their health care providers about it. Among older adults, falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries. In 2012, 2.4 million non-fatal falls among older adults were treated in emergency rooms and more than 722,000 of these patients were hospitalized, incurring direct medical costs of $30 billion, adjusted for inflation. For more information, call Lori Jameson ComForcare at 419940-0400 or visit ComForcare.com/ohio/toledo or Facebook. com/comforcaretoledo.
Embark on the Next Holistic Holiday at Sea
S
et sail aboard the luxurious, eco-friendly, Italian MSC Divina on the the 12th Holistic Holiday at Sea cruise for life-transforming discussions on the benefits of a plantbased diet, plus a host of other health and wellness activities with a community of 1,700 fellow passengers. The 35 expert presenters and teachers will include Ann Crile Esselstyn, known for her life-changing plant-based meals and author of the new book, The Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease Cookbook, a current bestseller on Amazon.com; husband Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, whose groundbreaking research and dietary advice found the book’s 125 recipes; plus Dr. T. Colin Campbell, Dr. Neal Barnard, Dr. Michael Greger, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, Chef AJ (Abbie Jaye) and Bhava Ram. More than 130 classes cover food preparation, yoga, Pilates, meditation and other topics related to natural wellbeing. Cruise passengers will dine on non-dairy, vegan/ natural cuisine, expertly prepared under the supervision of Mark Hanna, an internationally known natural food chef. Evenings bring opportunities to socialize in the Golden Jazz Bar and enjoy nourishing time in the Aurea Spa. The next cruise is from March 14 to 21, 2015. Passengers depart from and return to Miami and dock en route at Falmouth, Jamaica; Georgetown, Grand Cayman Islands; Cozumel, Mexico; and Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas. For more information or to register, call 1-828-749-9537 or 1-800-496-0989, email Info@HolisticHolidayAtSea.com or visit HolisticHolidayAtSea.com. See ad, back cover.
Smalla Opens New Venue for Rehabilitative Massage
R
ehabilitative Massage Therapy has opened at 5800 Monroe Street, Building A, in Sylvania's Country Square, with Licensed Massage Therapist Christy Smalla. She recently completed training with Dr. Keith Barbour, of Monroe, Michigan, and is certified in Wholistic Manual Medicine. This method allows her to evaluate and treat the whole person: body, mind and spirit; producing more permanent results. Smalla and two colleagues (Nicole Kamm and Greg Robertson) offer a variety of treatments to improve function and mobility, relieve muscle tension and stiffness, as well as reducing stress. "We can address such problems as repetitive use injuries, carpal tunnel, plantar fasciitis, chronic pain and everyday stress,'' she notes. Wholistic Manual Medicine is a method born from the osteopathic principle that the body has the inherent knowledge and ability to heal itself if given the right opportunity. She also offers Raindrop Therapy, which uses nine therapeuticgrade essential oils placed along the spine and on the feet to decrease disc compression in the spine and alleviate symptoms caused by pinched nerves and herniated discs. For more information, call 419-480-7950 or visit Massage Book.com/rmt. See ad page 9.
natural awakenings
November 2014
5
AMMA is in Detroit – Thanksgiving Week!
S
ri Mata Amritanandamayi, affectionately and more often called Amma (Mother), will be arriving in the metropolitan Detroit area during Thanksgiving week and everyone is invited to meet her. Spending time with Amma is an invaluable opportunity to experience selfless, unconditional love which flows from her in abundance. Her entire life has been dedicated to alleviating the pain of the poor and those suffering physically and emotionally. Referred to by the international press as the “Amma is the “Hugging Saint”, Amma has embraced more than 34 embodiment of million people from around the world with her divine pure love. Her blessing (darshan). She tirelessly travels the globe to bless and inspire people of all ages and cultures to presence heals”. live a life of compassion and selfless service. ~ Dr. Deepak Chopra M.D. Through the example of her life, Amma demonstrates that true service to humanity is possible when one puts aside one’s own concerns for the good of others. In this spirit of dedication to uplifting others, she has inspired a vast network of charitable activities (embracingtheworld.org) through which people are discovering the beauty and sense of peace that come from serving others. Amma teaches that the divine exists in everything. Perceiving this underlying unity in all things is not only the essence of spirituality, but also the means to end all suffering. Several humanitarian projects take place locally in both Ann Arbor and Detroit. All are welcome to participate. Two such projects involve cooking and serving meals to those in need. They prepare and serve meals weekly in both Ann Arbor and the Detroit area. To find out more about these and other projects inspired by Amma please contact Ammamich@gmail.com. Amma’s teachings are universal. When asked about her religion, she replies that her religion is love. She has never asked anyone to change their religion, but only to contemplate the essential principles of their own faith and try to live those principles with all their heart. Several free public programs are available throughout the week. For more information about Amma in Detroit, visit Amma.org or phone 734-995-0029. See ad page 21.
Heartbeat Needs Donated Baby Items
H
eartbeat of Toledo, a local agency that provides assistance to families with small children, is in urgent need of diapers in sizes 4, 5 and 6; Similac Advance and Similac Sensitive Isomil Soy powdered formula; and new and gently used winter clothing in sizes 0 to 2T. Executive Director Patricia Todak notes, “With the opening of our East Toledo location, our demand for baby items has greatly increased.” Other needs at Heartbeat include baby wash; lotion; diaper rash ointment; new and gently used outerwear, especially coats and snowsuits up to size 2T; boots and mittens; receiving blankets; and gently used high chairs and strollers, including the umbrella type. Bus tokens and $5 gas-only gift cards to assist families trying to get to work are also very welcome. Heartbeat of Toledo offers free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, options counseling, and prenatal and parenting classes, and emergency assistance to families in need. Items can be dropped off at 4041 W. Sylvania Ave., Ste. LL4 (across from Westfield Franklin Park Mall) from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon. through Fri. or at 101 Main St., Ste. 4, Mon., Tue., Thu. and Fri. from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To help, call 419-241-9131.
Live each moment completely and the future will take care of itself. Fully enjoy the wonder and beauty of each moment. ~Paramahansa Yogananda 6
Toledo/Monroe edition
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
-Advertorial-
BRINGING MORE THAN HOMEWORK HOME By Ryan Hogan
It’s that time of year when we’re sending our kids back to school. Unfortunately, while schools are good places to learn they are great places to catch a disease. In fact, children’s Upper respiratory illnesses (URI’s) cause more doctor visits and missed school days than any other illness in the US. Luckily, there are a few things you can do at home to help reduce the chances of your child getting sick at school this year.
sanitizer before eating snacks, lunch and after using a shared computer mouse, pencil sharpener, water fountain or other community objects. Now, most people know we need to wash our hands, but one thing most people don’t really relate their health to is nasal hygiene. Using a saline spray with xylitol, such as Xlear Nasal Spray, is safe for all ages. Research has shown this natural sweetener is useful in preventing bacterial otitis media (ear infections), among other upper respiratory problems that are most likely to occur in fall and winter months. Additional xylitol studies have also shown a significant reduction in asthma attacks when a xylitol nasal spray is used on a daily basis. Xylitol affects nose and throat bacteria in two ways:
HOW? Before we talk prevention, we need to know how infection spreads. Many childhood illnesses are caused by viruses and bacteria that are transferred from person to person. URI’s increase in fall and winter as we spend more time crowded indoors. All it takes is one sick child, going to school for the spread to begin. Small droplets from a child’s cough or sneeze travel through the air and land on surfaces like desks, doorknobs and people. These germs are easily spread when someone touches the contaminated object and then proceeds to touch their eyes, nose or mouth. Children’s immune systems are less mature than those of adults, so they’re more vulnerable to these germs. Washing your hands and your nasal passages and also keeping their hands away from their nose, eyes and mouth are the most preventative habits to form at a young age.
•
Decreases the adherence of harmful bacteria on their surface cells.
•
Stimulates the body’s own natural defense system
Since the average American child has six to ten colds a year, using a xylitol nasal spray is a safe and effective way to promote better upper respiratory health, year round. FINAL HEALTHY TIPS In addition to frequent hand-washing, teach your child some other school health basics: •
Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze.
•
Give your child a package of tissues to keep in his or her desk.
•
Encourage your child not to share water bottles, food or other personal items.
•
Ask your child’s teacher to include hand-washing time before lunch or snacks.
•
Have your whole family practice nasal hygiene and the use of xylitol saline spray like Xlear.
WHAT CAN YOU DO? Our best defense is to stop cold germs where they breed. Good hand-washing is the most effective way to prevent bacteria and viruses from spreading. Wash your hands after using the bathroom, blowing your nose, handling trash and prior to touching food to help eliminate germs. Soap and water should be used for 20 seconds (about as long as it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice). Using alcohol-based hand cleaners is also effective. Remind your child to use the
Even with all of these tips, your kids are bound to come down with something over the course of the school year. We all get sick at some point or another, forming healthier habits and maintaining a positive attitude is all we can do as parents. For more information, please visit www.xlear.com. natural awakenings
November 2014
7
healthbriefs
The Eleventh Step
T
he 12 Steps of Recovery were developed about 75 years ago when the founding members and friends of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) were figuring out how it works. Since then, these 12 Steps have been successfully used in more than 200 different programs. Some people that don’t understand have erroneously called the 12 Steps something akin to a cult. The recovery program is not religious, however, but a belief in spiritual principles is crucial to the individual’s success. The AA 11th Step is, “Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.” On page 26 of the AA Big Book, Bill W. hints at the story of how Roland H. learned from Dr. Carl Jung how a spiritual experience might help his hopelessness in his battle with the bottle. Jung is credited with coining the word synchronicity, which he defined as the experience of two or more events as meaningfully related, whereas they are unlikely to be causally related. Many years later, Bill W. wrote a letter to Jung detailing the series of events and circumstances that lead up to the creation of Alcoholics Anonymous. The idea of an 11th Step meeting is fascinating. As part of their program of recovery, many people become interested in meditation because they begin to see tangible results in their life as they improve conscious contact with their Higher Power. There is an 11th Step meeting at 8 p.m. Mondays at the Toledo Zen Center, 6537 Angola Road, in Holland. Over the past several years, mostly by word of mouth, this meeting has grown in attendance. Because it is not an official meeting of any 12-Step program, it is not listed in any directory of meetings. The meeting opens with five minutes of silent prayer, and then the moderator opens the meeting with first-name introductions, followed by basic meditation instructions. Then there is 20 minutes of silent meditation. Afterward, there is open discussion, usually about how meditation or conscious contact has helped in the attendees’ recovery. Sharing is purely voluntary. There is another 11th Step meeting that meets Wednesday evening at 6:30 at the Sophia Center on the Campus of Lourdes University. This meeting too, is not affiliated with any 12-Step program, so it is not found in any directories. It is open to anyone that wants to do some serious meditation. After a few breathing exercises, the group goes directly into a period of at least 50 minutes of meditation with a premise to ponder while listening to relaxing music. Both of these meetings are in need of support in attendance. AA’s seventh tradition states, “Every group ought to be self-supporting, declining outside contributions.” Coincidence or synchronicity, “Nothing, absolutely nothing, happens in God’s world by mistake.” For questions call 419-277-4263.
8
Toledo/Monroe edition
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
UNDERLYING HEALTH ISSUES POSE LEADING THREAT TO KEEPING WEIGHT OFF AFTER DIETING
O
besity is on the rise and yo-yo dieting has become the national pastime for dieters that repeatedly lose and gain weight. Hidden health issues are responsible for sabotaging weightloss efforts. That’s why so many diets fail. These underlying health conditions need to be eliminated if long-term weight loss is to be achieved. There is no shortage of demand for solutions, but finding a program that works in the long term is like finding a needle in a haystack. Most overweight people have tried numerous times to lose weight and failed, which makes them very skeptical. Only when they see evaluation results and finally learn why they gain and hold on to weight are they excited to begin a holistic approach. Dieters become even more motivated when they realize that their health is at stake. There are many factors to consider with each individual patient, but the answer is to find a doctor-supervised program that uncovers the causes of weight gain and then breaks the cycle with detox, a nutrient-rich diet, body contouring and behavior modification.
Jason Peisley, DC, is the clinic director at Fairwood Health & Body Transition, located at 5215 Monroe St., in Toledo. For more information, call 419-517-1030 or visit BurnFatToledo.com. See ad page 5.
Cupping Provides Unexpected Relief by Brenda Whetro
A
t the end of a long day, many individuals will reach for a cup of tea or another warming beverage to help them relax. Lately, it seems, others are finding relaxation in another form of cup therapy. Long regarded as a means to treat chronic pain, hormonal changes, poor circulation and other diseases related to congestion and inflammation, cupping is one of the best deep-tissue therapies available. Although considered an ancient Chinese form of medicine, the Greek father of Western medicine, Hippocrates, was also a staunch advocate and user of cupping therapy. In cupping therapy, oil is first applied to the area being treated. This allows the cups, once applied to the skin, to be moved around while maintaining a therapeutic suction bond. The suction in the cup causes the skin and superficial muscle layer to be lightly drawn into the cup, increasing blood flow, reducing stagnation and creating a pathway for toxins to be drawn out of the body and eliminated through the lymph system. This suction also reaches down into the soft tissue and can have a sedating effect on the nervous system. The benefits of cupping are numerous, including clearing stagnation, draining and moving fluids, relieving inflammation, nervous system sedation, expelling congestion, stretching muscle and connective tissue, loosening adhesions and nourishing blood supply to the skin. The most obvious benefit is pain relief and the relaxation of stiff tendons and muscles for those that suffer from arthritis, fibromyalgia, sciatica and athletic stress and injury. Other uses of cupping include: treating stubborn conditions present for decades; relief from respiratory issues such as asthma, bronchitis and the common cold; digestive disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome and constipation; and help with low energy, fatigue, depression and anxiety and cellulite. Cupping is safe and comfortable, but should not be performed on those
suffering from cardiac and/or renal failure, severe edema, allergic dermatitis or other serious conditions. Cupping can produce circular bruises or dark discolorations where the cups are applied, due to stagnation and old blood being brought to the surface. Bruises
and skin discolorations can last an hour or several days, and post-treatment tenderness may be experienced from the deep tissue work. The secret of cupping’s rise in popularity is its unique experience that promotes a state of deep pleasure and profound relaxation for the receiver. Tea will still have a place for those seeking a moment of peace in their lives, but who knew that relaxation could be achieved from an empty cup? Brenda Whetro is licensed by the state of Ohio Medical Board to operate Body Wise Massage Therapies. For more information, call 419-887-5790 or visit BWMassageTherapies.com.
Enhance Your Mobility & Mind this Season! We offer a variety of treatment options including: • Relaxation • Therapeutic • Wholistic Manual Medicine and Raindrop Therapy A relaxing atmosphere and highly educated therapists are sure to keep you from the winter blues. We also offer special package prices to fit your budget because your health is worth it!
Rehabilitative Massage Therapy Christy Smalla Kinesiologist & LMT 5800 Monroe St. • Bldg. A • Sylvania
(419) 480-7950
natural awakenings
BWC Certified
50% OFF Your First One Hour Massage Therapy session
November 2014
9
globalbriefs Golden Years
Senior Roommate Service Combats Loneliness
Eco-India
Strides Promised in Environmental Protection Following the lead of Jadav “Molai” Payeng, an Indian man who singlehandedly planted 1,360 acres of forest, India’s Rural Development Ministry will plant 2 billion trees along the nation’s 62,137 miles of highways to combat rural poverty and youth unemployment and improve the environment, which suffers from severe air pollution. According to the World Health Organization, India currently has a youth unemployment rate of 10.2 percent and six of the world’s 10 cities with the worst air pollution. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also announced a target of spreading electricity to every home by 2019, relying largely on solar power, and the government is furthering plans to clean up the Ganges and Yamuna rivers.
Certified Organic Non-GMO Skin & Body Essential Oils Cosmetics Aromatherapy Tea & Wellness
10 Off
$ Certified Health Coach
419-386-5458
Your Purchase of $40 or more May not be combined with any other offers. Limited time only.
DarleneMcdaniel12@gmail.com
US.NYROrganic.com/Shop/DarlenePenn 10
Tomato Lacquer
Non-Toxic Can Lining in Development Because fresh food spoils quickly, many packaging and preservation innovations have helped to extend transportation hardiness and shelf life. Now, a new bioresin made from tomato plant byproducts could make it safer to eat ubiquitous canned goods. Led by the Stazione Sperimentale per l’Industria delle Conserve Alimentari (Experimental Station for the Food Preserving Industry), in Parma, Italy, the BIOCOPAC (biocopac.eu/en) consortium is developing a biobased thermosetting lacquer. Most metal food packaging has a BPA-filled liner or chemical-based lacquer to prevent corrosion. While these keep the can intact, they have been linked to deleterious effects on the food inside. Source: Inhabitat.com
Source: Treehugger.com
Darlene Penn
AARP, Inc., estimates that about 8,000 baby boomers turn 65 every day. With longer and healthier life expectancies, many are divorced or widowed and need roommates to have company and chat with; to share living costs and chores; and for emotional support. Women-only Roommates4Boomers.com founder Sarah Venable says, “I went online to find a service that helps women over 50 find roommates, and found to my dismay that there were plenty of sites for finding roommates in their 20s and 30s, but nothing for boomer women.” For a $30 fee, the site uses a detailed algorithm to match women not only by location, but by interests, tastes, lifestyles, education, personal preferences and a host of other factors; much like a successful dating website.
Toledo/Monroe edition
Members receive multiple choices in the following fields:
We have no health care crisis in America nor do we need reform. We can benefit by paying cash for our medical services and get the government out of our pockets. FairCare4all is a simple referral system with no middleman. It offers direct cash solutions to nearly every aspect of care from testing through therapy, even affordable catastrophic insurance. It’s simple, you contact the provider with your prescription - identify yourself as a FairCare client and pay the provider directly. A simple, affordable alternative to insurance. Our network of providers is growing rapidly because it works and Doctors are patients too... With families. If you’re uninsured, pay a heavy deductible or are underinsured, call today.
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
Health Care Providers wishing to participate, contact info@faircare4all.com
27121 Oakmead Dr., Suite C Perrysburg, OH 43551 Phone 419-897-6490 Fax 419-874-3512 Please visit faircare4all.com to learn how easy health care should be and put to use the smartest plan yet.
Laboratory Physical Therapy X-Ray / CT Scan / MRI Alternative to Emergency Room Care Physician House Calls Ultrasound Discount Prescriptions Compounding General Surgery Family Practice Orthopedics Durable Medical Equipment In-Home Health Care Counseling Supplements Chiropractic
natural awakenings
November 2014
11
Powerful You!
Six Ways to Create the Life You Want
by Judith Fertig
and courageously reach for our highest visions,” says Straub. “Start with what’s working already and the vision of what life can be.” She likens self-empowerment to “spiritual surfing, riding the wave where the energy, momentum and passion are.” As workshop leaders, they encourage participants to transform limiting beliefs, determine what is meaningful for them, construct a compelling vision from that insight and then find ways to manifest that vision. They address six key areas in which to become more powerful and realize our personal best: physical health, emotional health, relationships, work, finances and spirituality.
Physical Health
P
ulitzer Prize winner Anna Quindlen had reached the top of the New York Times bestseller list more than once, yet she relates in her memoir, Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake, that she also yearned to be able to do a headstand, but felt she didn’t possess the necessary sense of balance. “That’s just a little story you tell yourself,” advised her personal trainer. Our bodies, Quindlen observes, are major appliances that deliver decades of faithful service with precious little downtime. She admits, “If the human body had a warranty, mine would have run out ages ago.” Still, she clung to a vision: “I want to be strong; strong enough to hike the mountain without getting breathless, strong enough to take a case of wine from the deliveryman and carry it to the kitchen.” Quindlen, who lives in New York City and New England, was also maintain-
12
Toledo/Monroe edition
ing an incorrect belief: It wasn’t her sense of balance that was holding her back, it was fear. After two years of trying, she was able to do a headstand. Along with a sense of accomplishment, this quirky achievement was a revelation as she ultimately concluded, “If I can do one thing like that, perhaps there are others.”
First, recognize what we’re already doing right—eating well, perhaps, or exercising—and then add another healthy activity. Cardiologist Suzanne Steinbaum, director of New York City’s Lenox Hill Hospital’s Women and Heart Disease, underscores that much of physical health is within our personal control. “Many lifestyle factors keep us from being physically healthy enough to lead a full life,” she says, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, lack of exercise, poor diet, excessive alcohol consumption or drug use, stress and depression. “The good news is that lifestyle factors are within our power to change.” Steinbaum recommends starting small by changing one bad habit and then seeing how we feel. “Quit the diet soda or the sugar-sweetened beverages. Get rid of potato chips. Go for a walk. Put down your smartphone and spend some focused time with your child, a friend or even your pet. Then breathe… and just listen to how you feel.”
Take a Stand
Emotional Health
Personal empowerment is all about taking a stand—developing the vision, countering misguided beliefs, having a plan and then moving forward to be the best version of one’s true self. David Gershon and Gail Straub, of West Hurley, New York, authors of Empowerment: The Art of Creating Your Life As You Want It, contend that empowerment always starts with a desire for a better life. “We need to learn how to dream, how to boldly
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
Our emotions can be allies in achieving personal empowerment, advises Straub. For example, fear can alert us to danger; joy can remind us to be grateful. However, when emotions cause pain and threaten derailment, it’s important to understand why, and then work through it. “Uncomfortable emotions let us know there is a problem to attend to, a wound to work on, thus allowing us to see our own truth,” explains don
Miguel Ruiz, Jr., of San Diego, California, author of The Five Levels of Attachment. “With awareness, we can observe our uncomfortable emotions, as they may be showing a belief we are holding that is no longer true for us.” “To work through our emotions, we have to be able to accurately sense what we are feeling and be able to express it in a healthy way,” adds Straub, like expressing anger after a tough commute by punching a designated pillow or shouting into a closet. Furthermore, “We need to change the belief we’ve identified that’s causing the painful emotional response.” Did the guy that cut us off in traffic really do it maliciously? Third, learn to let go of a negative emotion that’s automatically triggered when someone or something presses our “hot button” by immediately considering, “He must have been in a big hurry,” or “She doesn’t realize how offensive that remark could be,” realizing it’s their problem, not ours, and declining to make it ours. Achieving greater emotional calm is a huge step toward personal empowerment.
Relationships
Acting on heartfelt emotions can help forge stronger and healthier relationships. “Sometimes, we say yes to a false image of ourselves or hide who we are in order to be accepted,” counsels Ruiz, noting that not presenting our authentic selves in relationships will weaken or replace true intimacy with a sense of loneliness and distance. “Say, ‘I forgive, I accept and I let go.’” This paves the way to being genuine, which naturally leads to greater unconditional love and more fulfilling and honest relationships. In romantic relationships, life coach Martha Beck, Ph.D., author of Finding Your Way in a Wild New World: Reclaiming Your True Nature to Create the Life You Want, suggests ditching the image of two people looking soulfully into each other’s eyes. “Realize that you’re both changing all the time,” she says. Instead, envision two people walking side-byside at the same pace, and a relationship that will continue to refresh and move forward, instead of getting stuck in well-worn patterns.
meditating. “You have to relax to start dissolving the disbelief in the possibility of having what you want,” she says. “Empty out the negative thoughts in order to gain the confidence that abundance is yours.”
Spirituality
Work
Capability is one of the new guiding principles for self-empowerment at work, says Haydn Shaughnessy, a fellow at the University of California-Irvine’s Center for Digital Transformation and co-author, with Nicholas Vitalari, of The Elastic Enterprise. “It’s more about a broad-stroke capability,” he claims, such as public speaking, writing or troubleshooting and fixing machinery. Capability means a strong skill that can be fine-tuned for a specific circumstance; a talented generalist, rather than a narrow specialist. Shaughnessy recommends that we recognize and develop our best competencies in order to equip ourselves to both withstand economic adversity and help push our careers forward.
Finances
Fiscal self-empowerment involves cultivating the confidence that we will be able to obtain more money when needed. Beck maintains that anyone can create abundance that lasts. “Where people believe they get abundance, they will,” she says, as in friendships or creative problem solving. It’s the mixed internal messages of, “I need more money,” with, “There’s not enough to go around,” that can block the flow of abundance in our lives. Beck, who lives in San Luis Obispo, California, recommends throwing a “neurological toggle switch” to turn off the “lack-and-attack” part of our brains and turn on the “everything-is-goingto-be-all-right” area. This is realized through slowing down, relaxing and
Following all of these first five steps also helps enhance our spirituality. Dennis Merritt Jones, of Simi Valley, California, author of the new book, Your (Re)Defining Moments: Becoming Who You Were Born to Be, calls it “being pulled by vision,” rather than being pushed by pain. The motivational speaker believes that every encounter, event or circumstance is a portal to a redefining moment—a chance to connect with our authentic self. Jones cites seven characteristics of the authentic or timeless self: realizing our oneness in life, reverence for that life, fearlessness because we know we’re part of something bigger, integrity, humility, equanimity and unconditional love. “When these qualities become the norm in our daily lives, we’ll know we are living from the authentic self,” he says. Jones urges us to live “more vertically.” He explains, “We exist on what I call the surface of life, a horizontal pathway where we go about our daily routines. We often don’t hear the siren call from the depths of our being because we are so busy ‘doing’. It’s the authentic self that’s eternally calling us to be who we were born to be.” He describes a “sacred intersection” where we can turn from the horizontal everyday and move in a vertical direction to the depths of our souls or the heights of our imaginations via mindfulness and self-enquiry. Fortunately, every moment of every day offers this opportunity to expand our being. The key question is, “Will we be consciously present enough to recognize the opening and step through the door?” These experts concur there is no finish line for self-empowerment or attaining the perfect place to stay. It’s a “sustainable growth process,” says Gershon, an ideal project for the rest of our lives. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAnd Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.
natural awakenings
November 2014
13
healthy cycle of daytime sleepiness and nighttime wakefulness. Stepping outside for 10 minutes of sunlight and fresh air can stamp out sleepiness, says Breus, which is much healthier than reaching for a caffeine jolt or sugary snack.
healingways
Be a Better Napper
Midday Pick-Me-Up Well-Planned Naps Boost Brainpower by Lane Vail
S
leep, along with nutrition and exercise, shapes the backbone of overall health, yet 40 percent of Americans get an insufficient amount, according to a recent Gallup survey, and the potential health risks are considerable. “Sleep deprivation affects every organ system and disease state,” and is associated with higher rates of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, cancer and mortality, says Michael Breus, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist in Scottsdale, Arizona, and founder of TheSleepDoctor.com. “It’s best to get seven to eight hours of sleep in one big block at nighttime,” counsels Breus. Yet the circadian rhythm dictates two peaks of sleepiness
every 24 hours—one in the middle of the night and another 12 hours later, says Dr. Lawrence Epstein, director of the sleep medicine program at Boston’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Interacting with the circadian rhythm is the homeostatic rhythm, which causes greater sleepiness the longer we’re awake. Both circadian and homeostatic sleepiness elevate by mid-afternoon, resulting in the familiar 4 p.m. slump. Siesta cultures split sleep, notes Epstein, slightly reducing nighttime sleep, but devoting time midday to nap. “Naps are a double-edged sword,” observes Epstein. While they help relieve short-term sleepiness, poorly planned naps can perpetuate an un-
A study published in the Journal of Sleep Research suggests that merely falling asleep may initiate memory processing and cognitive consolidation, helping explain why German scientists found even six-minute naps to be rejuvenating. If substantial daytime sleep is needed to overcome a deficit, strive for 90 to 110 minutes, the length of time needed to complete a full sleep cycle. Here are other practical tips. Reflect on the rationale. “Boredom, laziness or avoiding work are the wrong reasons to nap,” says Amanda Chan, managing editor for healthy living at The Huffington Post, which instituted two cozy nap rooms in its New York headquarters after founder Arianna Huffington collapsed from exhaustion several years ago. A quick pick-me-up to boost mental agility and mood is a reasonable excuse to snooze. Plan a prophylactic nap. Forestall late afternoon fatigue by napping between 1 and 3 p.m. Waiting until early evening to nap can interfere with nighttime sleep, advises Epstein. Embrace darkness, coolness and quietude. Melatonin, “the key that starts the engine of sleep,” is suppressed by even the slightest amount of light, so wear eyeshades, suggests Breus. Keep a blanket and earplugs handy. Lie down. If a bed or couch is unavailable, try napping on a yoga mat
new from 60 capsules: $34.99 shipping: $5 (up to 8 bottles)
ORDER TODAY!
NAWebstore.com
Pleasant Dreams™ contains a blend of safe, natural sleepinducing ingredients including chamomile, valerian root and melatonin which may help to: • Maintain sleep all night • Reduce anxiety symptoms • Facilitate relaxation without • Improve pain tolerance morning drowsiness 14
Toledo/Monroe edition
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
or call 1-888-822-0246 Consult a healthcare professional before taking this product. Pleasant Dreams is not intended to cure, treat, diagnose or mitigate any disease or other medical condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
on the floor. A chair should be reclined to support the lower back and avoid straining the neck from “bobblehead” syndrome, says Breus. Power down. Setting an alarm for 10 to 25 minutes allows time for only the first two sleep stages: falling asleep and light sleep. Breus explains that sleeping longer than 25 minutes triggers deep sleep, from which waking results in sleep inertia, or grogginess, that impairs mood, decision-making and motor skills.
fitbody
Cellulite Shrinkers Five Simple Exercises to Smooth Thighs
Napping at Work
While many progressive businesses such as Google, Apple and Zappos permit or even promote workplace napping, most companies are still skeptical. “We live in a culture that minimizes the importance of sleep,” comments Epstein. “We prize productivity and think it shows worker loyalty to put in excessive amounts of time.” Ironically, mounting research suggests that napping may boost the brainpower needed to function at peak performance. A recent study found that nightshift air-traffic controllers that napped for 19 minutes showed better vigilance and reaction times than nonnappers. Other documented benefits include better concentration, memory and creativity. Seek out a sleep sanctuary at work, such as an office with the door closed and blinds drawn, an unused conference room with a couch, or a first-aid office cot, suggests Chan. Another option is to nap in the car, but Breus insists that nappers tell colleagues where they’re going as a precaution. Better yet, bond with a “nap buddy” willing to read nearby during snooze time. “You’re very vulnerable when you’re asleep,” he says. “Be safe.” If sleeping is not currently condoned in the workplace, consider approaching the human resources department with information on the positive effects of appropriate napping on work performance, says Epstein. Suggest implementing a sleep wellness program, which can offer education on sleep deprivation, techniques to improve sleep and individual screening for sleep disorders. Lane Vail is a freelance writer and blogger at DiscoveringHomemaking.com.
by E.C. LaMeaux
U
nsightly cellulite, which is comprised of fat deposits just beneath the skin, appears as lumps or dimples, usually near the buttocks and upper thighs, and is most common in women. Building muscle can make cellulite harder to notice and help burn more calories. While cellulite deposits might not be eliminated, burning body fat will make them shrink and be less visible. Here are five top exercises to blast stubborn cellulite.
Cardiovascular Exercise
As long as we’re expending more calories than we’re taking in, we will begin burning the body’s fat deposits. As cardio workouts burn calories, they can reduce overall body fat, which also makes cellulite harder to see. Any exercise such as walking, running, hiking or cycling can help in the overall battle to burn calories and blast cellulite.
Stair Climbing
Stair climbing burns at least 10 calories a minute, according to the nonprofit National Wellness Institute, that promotes healthy lifestyles worldwide. Plus, stair climbing has the added benefit of working all the muscle areas that tend to get hit with the greatest amounts of cellulite.
Leg Lifts
Janet Wallace, Ph.D., professor of kinesiology at Indiana University-Bloomington, advises that leg lifts are the best exercise for toning the outer thighs.
Lie on the floor on your side, placing one elbow on the ground and prop your head up with that same hand. Place the other hand on the floor beside your waist. With legs straight and toes pointed, lift the top leg up as far as it will go, then slowly lower it back down. Do 10 to 15 reps, and then turn over and work the other leg.
Back Kicks
An MSNBC health segment recommended this fat-busting move to target all the areas that are most susceptible to cellulite. While kneeling on hands and knees, lift a leg up behind you until it’s pointed upward at a 45-degree angle. Slowly bring the leg back down and repeat the movement with the other leg. Start with 15 reps and work up from there.
Squats
Stand comfortably with feet about a foot apart. Slowly bend the knees to lower your body until both thighs are parallel to the floor. Then gradually stand back up, squeezing gluteal and back-of-the-thigh muscles as you rise. If performed consistently, this exercise will increase muscle strength in the thighs and buttocks, which also helps burn fat, according to the Mayo Clinic. Less fat equals less noticeable cellulite. As with the other exercises, start with 15 repetitions per session and work up to more. E.C. LaMeaux posts a body of work at Gaiam Life (Life.Gaiam.com), from which this was adapted.
natural awakenings
November 2014
15
greenliving
Eco-Beauty Homemade Shampoos, Lotions and Perfumes Make Great Gifts by Kathleen Barnes
cial shampoos, but it gets hair much cleaner,” she advises. Homemade beauty products are a natural outlet for anyone that loves to cook or craft. Make a small batch—experiment with an array of essential oils to create a preferred scent to suit individual tastes, and add or subtract the amounts according to skin and hair types. “Take it a step further and make pretty gift packages with glass bottles, jars or tins embellished with ribbons, personal artwork or anything else that taps into your creative juices,” says Cox. “Your friends and family will be especially happy to receive and use them.” Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books and publisher at Take Charge Books. Connect at Kathleen@KathleenBarnes.com.
M
any of us have grown disenchanted with expensive, commercial beauty products that include toxic and even cancer-causing ingredients. Fortunately, safe, natural and affordable alternatives—including homemade shampoos, conditioners, moisturizers, bath salts, body scrubs and butters—are stocked at many natural grocers and health food stores. We all want to avoid phthalates, cetyl alcohol, triclosan, sodium laureth sulfate, parabens and many other poisonous chemicals commonly found in lotions, creams, scrubs, oils, perfumes and makeup products that may not be listed on labels. “You want to know what’s in your product,” says Janice Cox, of Medford, Oregon, the bestselling author of Natural Beauty at Home and Eco-Beauty. “If you’re making your own, you’re in control.” Cox remarks, “Ingredients are absorbed through the skin, our largest organ. It’s why some medicines like birth control, pain relief and nicotine patches are effectively applied externally; it’s also why toxic ingredients placed on our skin can be so harmful.” Her recommended solution is simple: The kitchen cabinet harbors solutions to the dry and dull skin that plagues many this time of year, shampoo residues that result in drab hair,
16
Toledo/Monroe edition
and less-than-glowing skin due to a suboptimal holiday diet. “Many products require only one or two ingredients and take minimal time to make,” says Cox. “Plus, they cost only pennies. Who wouldn’t choose that over a $30-an-ounce mysterious chemical soup?” Honey is a Cox favorite for several reasons, including its antimicrobial effects: a dab on a blemish or insect bite can zap it overnight. “Honey has high potassium content, making it almost impossible for bacteria to survive in,” she explains. It’s also a good source of B vitamins thiamine, niacin, riboflavin and pantothenic acid, plus minerals like iron, zinc and manganese. In this case, what’s absorbed through skin is literally nourishing our body’s entire system. Honey is also a powerful humectant, helping to prevent loss of moisture from skin and hair. Cox recommends dropping a tablespoon or two in a warm bath to soothe rough skin without stickiness, a conditioning mixture of honey and olive oil to produce silky hair and an apple-honey toner to facilitate glowing skin. She also recommends an easy shampoo that contains nothing more than natural soap (like Dr. Bronner’s), water and a little vegetable oil for dry hair. “It doesn’t foam up like commer-
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
Simple Natural Beauty Ingredients Here are a few favorite ingredients for home treatments: n Honey is perfect for conditioning dry, damaged hair and rinses out easily. n Sour cream makes a great facial mask for softening and cleansing a dull complexion. n Green tea is packed with antioxidants and tones skin with no need to rinse off. n Oatmeal can be used instead of soap to cleanse all skin types. n Pineapple juice soothes tired feet and softens rough patches. n Baking soda works head to toe as a hair rinse, facial scrub and bath soak. n Olive oil in a nail soak keeps nails clean, flexible and strong.
Muscle-Soothing Bath Salts Yields 24 ounces This is the perfect bath to relax and refresh the whole body. Add a few drops of essential oils to the mixture for scent. 1 cup kosher or sea salt 1 cup baking soda 1 cup Epsom salt
into a clean container. Massage a tablespoon or two at a time all over the body to gently exfoliate and moisturize skin.
shampoo for all hair types because it’s gentle on hair and won’t strip away the natural oils.
Body Butter
½ cup water ½ cup mild natural liquid soap (like Dr. Bronner’s or any Castile soap) ½ tsp light vegetable oil (optional)
Yields 4 ounces This is a rich, buttery cream that makes a wonderful all-over body cream. It contains four well-known skin conditioning oils. ¼ cup grated cocoa butter 1 Tbsp coconut oil 2 Tbsp light sesame oil 1 Tbsp almond oil 1 Tbsp grated beeswax
Mix together all ingredients and pour into a clean, dry container. Pour one cup of the mixture into a warm tub slowly, allowing the salts to dissolve completely. Soak for at least 20 minutes, but no more than 40 minutes.
Raw Sugar Body Scrub Yields 10 ounces Raw sugar is well-suited for freshening skin. Using a body scrub helps rid skin of surface impurities, enabling it to retain more moisture and look healthier. It also boosts circulation, which energizes the whole body.
Eau de Cologne
Combine all the ingredients in a heatresistant container. In the microwave or on the stovetop using a double boiler, gently heat until the mixture just begins to melt. Remove from heat and stir well until the wax and cocoa butter are melted and all ingredients are mixed together. Pour into a clean container and allow it to cool completely. Spread a small amount of the body butter on the skin.
Basic Shampoo
1 cup raw sugar ½ cup light oil, such as almond or sunflower ½ tsp vitamin E oil
Yields 8 ounces
Mix together all ingredients and pour
Gently stir all the ingredients together, being careful not to beat the mixture or it will create foam. Pour the shampoo into a clean plastic container. Shampoo as normal, and then rinse well with cool water.
If hair is oily, the optional vegetable oil may be omitted, but if hair is dry or damaged, include it. This is a great
Yields 4 ounces Eau de Cologne was originally made by steeping flowers in a jar with alcohol and a small amount of oil. The scented oil was poured off and the alcohol was mixed with water. ¼ cup vodka or witch hazel ¼ cup water 2-3 drops of a favorite essential oil or a mixture of oils (lavender, sandalwood, bergamot, rose, frangipani, ylang-ylang or jasmine) Mix all ingredients together. Pour into a clean spray bottle or splash bottle. Spray or splash the scented cologne onto skin or hair.
We Focus on Posture Not Poses. Hot YogAlign with Joe classes are postural based movement exercises that range from beginner to intermediate level done in a humid room. We do not believe in using force, we practice Ahimsa, compassion and caring to gently and intelligently transform ourselves.
Joe Sparks, LMT
29101 Hufford Rd. Rm. 103 • Perrysburg
www.HotYogAlignWithJoe.com joe.sparks@toast.net
(419) 345-0885
An hour session at this temperature promotes sweating and makes the body very warm, relaxed and therefore, naturally more flexible and strong. At the end of the session you will feel aligned, with your body moving and breathing with less effort, less tension, and no PAIN! So, you can have your kid-like flexibility back! We want your whole mind and body involved in this process, not parts. — Aloha & Namaste, Joe
Before and After photos after my YogAlign Teachers Training in Kauai
March 11th - April 19th 2013.
Please read about Michaelle Edwards in the New York Times article: Women’s Flexibility is a Liability (in Yoga)
Call For A Free Wellness Consultation Essential Connection, Ltd. Karla Gleason, Wellness Advocate #224532
419-265-3219 essentialconnection@yahoo.com www.essential-connection.myoilproducts.com
natural awakenings
November 2014
17
healthykids
BRING BACK THE MAGIC
Give Kids the True Gifts of the Season by Meredith Montgomery
A
ccording to a poll by the Center for a New American Dream in 2005, three out of four Americans wish the holidays were less materialistic. Traditionally rooted in family, faith and joy, the season can be marred by commercialization. Instead, inspire the whole family to take a “buy less, get more” approach so that everyone can experience the essence of what many consider the most wonderful time of the year.
Raise Awareness
Heal Your Mind & Body. Heal trauma and emotional issues with hypnosis; Break through barriers to success with Life Coaching; NBHC can help you • Lose Weight • Stop Smoking • Gain Confidence • Relieve Pain
• Relieve Stress • Improve Focus
Learn and Grow with weekly classes AND MORE!
For a limited time, mention this ad and
save 20% on your first visit. New Beginnings Healing Center
202 N. McCord • Toledo • www.nbhctoledo.com
Practitioners! Rent Beautifully Furnished Space Inexpensively! Call 419.861.7786 18
Toledo/Monroe edition
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
The Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood (CCFC) reports that U.S. companies now spend about $17 billion annually marketing to children, up from $100 million in 1983. Many kids are formulating wish lists year-round, due to the continual bombardment of alluring commercials. CCFC Associate Director Josh Golin attests that the holiday season is a perfect time to start discussing the power of advertising and the techniques used. Teens are especially sensitive to the notion of being manipulated by adults. For children under 8 that can’t yet comprehend the persuasive intent of commercials, limit screen time with all devices. Golin advises that the scope of commercialism has changed radically. “It’s no longer just television commercials, but also Internet, cell phones and video games. Plus, children’s media characters are placed on every type of product imaginable. Think about limiting commercialism in all forms; you can’t just turn off the TV.”
Manage Expectations
Start before the holidays. “Talk to kids about how you’ll celebrate the holidays in your own home, noting that it might be unique. Focus on aspects that aren’t gift-related,” suggests Golin. Plan food-focused traditions such as baking together and special group meals. Generate excitement around
spiritual aspects of the season or visits from out-of-town family members. When shopping together for gifts, make a plan and stick with it, letting everyone know its purpose beforehand. Resist impulsive purchases trumpeted by store promotions.
Connect with Kids
New American Dream’s Simplify the Holidays guide at Tinyurl.com/SimplifyTheHolidays encourages families to reconnect by participating in meaningful activities such as neighborhood caroling, building a gingerbread house, preparing gift boxes for the homeless, taking a nature hike or making a feeder for backyard birds. Explore volunteer projects as a family, letting the children’s interests lead. If kids are attracted to water, pick up litter along a shoreline. In the spirit of the season, donate gently used clothing, books and toys to a shelter. For animal lovers, contribute time or materials to a local animal rescue or rehabilitation center. Attend community events such as musical performances, plays and art exhibits. Seek out inexpensive or free local activities. Kids are often enthralled by a simple tour of neighborhood Christmas lights.
Gift Buying
Make gift purchases consistent with the family’s values. Golin suggests resisting the temptation to buy the season’s “hot” products. “Resist buying what’s advertised the most. We have power as parents and as part of a larger culture to believe there’s no such thing as a must-have toy or holiday gift.” Instead, search for timeless, high-quality items that are eco-friendly and fair trade. Try wooden toys for babies and toddlers or a bamboo skateboard for teens. Ads can make a toy look appealing because it’s brandnew and ready-to-use, but homemade gifts can be a more meaningful alternative. New American Dream suggests constructing a rope swing or wooden sandbox for little ones. Given a comfortable timeframe, children can gift grownups homemade green cleaning products or re-potted herb and houseplant clippings. All ages can give away the last book they read and kick off a year-round book exchange. Forego more tangible items by gifting experiences like a zoo membership, bowling gift cards or movie tickets, or make a charitable donation to a cause that the recipient supports. Let friends and family make shopping easier by inviting them to create such a gift registry at SoKindRegistry.com.
Unplug
Always plan for quiet time. It reduces exposure to holiday marketing, creates opportunities for family bonding and fosters independent children. Golin observes, “We can all be better about trusting our kids to entertain themselves. When reducing screen time, we don’t necessarily need to suggest activities to kids. Give them the space to be bored for a minute and be amazed at what they come up with on their own.”
49965 Van Dyke Ave Shelby Township, MI 48317
T
Are you looking for a unique historical venue for your next special event?
his beautiful automotive history site is situated on 14 acres and features Albert Kahn designed buildings, and is a lovely venue for weddings and special occasions. The large Repair Garage Banquet Center Room can accommodate up to 300 guests, and the smaller Lodge Garage room is great for smaller meetings and celebrations.
Visit us on a Saturday 9am-2pm The site is open for venue tours during our weekly farmers market which is held on the grounds May through October.
Mark your calendar for our Annual Open House on Sunday, October 19th Contact: Mary Anne, Event Coordinator 586-943-5785 cell/text • maryannedemo@gmail.com www.PackardEvents.org Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site
The Sensory Learning Program treats individuals that have been diagnosed with: • Autism • Aspergers • ADD/ADHD • Sensory Integration Disorder • Speech and Language Delays • Anxiety/Depression • Behavior Abnormalities
“ I have seen Garrett’s behavior improve tremendously. He is calmer, more relaxed, more attentive, more focused, more confident, independent and generally just a joy to be around .” — H.C...Toledo
Like us!
Follow us!
CALL 419-578-0057
for more information and to schedule a FREE Sample Session
Dr. Jeffrey G. Schmakel, O.D. 3454 Oak Alley Court • Suite 209 — Toledo — www.SensoryLearning-Toledo.com
Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Mobile/Baldwin, AL (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com). natural awakenings
November 2014
19
to digest food. It’s no wonder that eating a fast-food sandwich with gluten bread, animal protein and cheese with casein produces a mid-afternoon slump. They are hard to digest together and all at once, taxing body energy,” she explains. “Then, when you feel the inevitable drop in energy, you might turn to caffeine or sugary soda, but that only brings on another slump.”
consciouseating
photo by Ylva Erevall
Good Advice
Beauty Foods Kimberly Snyder Shows How to Eat for Radiant Skin, Eyes and Hair by Judith Fertig
W
ise food choices that optimize digestion and promote natural, ongoing detoxification can help us attain red-carpet shape, professes nutritionist and beauty expert Kimberly Snyder, New York Times bestselling author of The Beauty Detox Foods. She aims for optimum health as the basis for achieving a desirable outward glow. Snyder says she once struggled with several beauty issues. In seeking wellness on the way to becoming a nutritionist, she found that her daily energy level improved after she started making shifts in her diet. She then lost weight, her hair got healthier and her formerly troubled facial skin became clear and smooth. Blogging about her gradual transformation and lifestyle philosophies attracted media attention and a celebrity clientele by word of mouth. “I never looked for clients; they found me,” she says. Today, Snyder counts entertainers Fergie and her actor-husband Josh Duhamel, Kerry Washington, Channing Tatum and Drew Barrymore among the many celebrities she has helped get into better camera-ready shape. Early into her personal transformation, Snyder realized that digestion holds the key. “I never linked my constipation issues with my acne,” she says. “It’s a tremendous amount of work
20
Toledo/Monroe edition
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
Snyder, who is now a vegan, suggests simplifying meals and starting them with whole, raw, plant-based foods like salads. She advises her clients to start the day with lemon juice in warm water. If they don’t feel like breakfast, she advises, “Don’t force yourself. Listen to your body, it knows best.” When hunger hits, Snyder blends a Glowing Green Smoothie—what she calls, “the star of the whole Beauty Detox program,” in her book. A batch of three to four servings requires seven cups of chopped spinach; six cups of chopped romaine lettuce; one-and-a-half cups of chopped celery; one banana; an apple and a pear, both peeled, cored and chopped; two tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and two cups of filtered water. She claims that drinking this smoothie can make a difference in just three days. She also lists 50 plant-based foods for specific body benefits because they are naturally alkaline-forming during digestion and assimilate more effectively than acid-forming animal protein, dairy, caffeine, alcohol and sugar. By improving digestion, we end up feeling more energetic.
Timely Eating
Carefully timed consumption is another key in Snyder’s beauty regimen. She recommends starting the day with a light smoothie, eating foods based on whole plants throughout the day, and then eating a raw salad and a vegetarian meal or some animal protein as an earlier dinner. Eating fruit by itself on an empty stomach helps it digest better than when combined with other foods that take longer to process. On hungrier days, Snyder suggests turning to whole grains such as oats or quinoa, which are high in fiber and lower in fat, or fibrous chia seeds. When energy is low, she advocates supplementing with bee pollen or a protein smoothie. She stresses, “Progress, not perfection,” as her mantra, advising that it’s better to take small steps and keep moving forward rather than try to change everything all at once. She believes that experiencing higher energy and beauty benefits provides effective incentives to continue instead of trying to stick to a strict, numbersbased plan that doesn’t take into account energy or digestion.
Ongoing Cleansing
“The metaphor I use for healthy digestion is a waterfall versus a stagnant pond,” says Snyder. “You want your system to be moving, dynamic.” To keep digestive “sludge” out of our body’s systems, Snyder recommends a proven detox approach of drinking liquid only between meals to help foods digest easier. She particularly recommends her own Probiotic & Enzyme Salad, made with four cups of shredded cabbage; one inch of fresh ginger, cut into strips; one teaspoon of caraway seeds; and cold, filtered water, all left to naturally ferment in
a jar at room temperature for about five days—or refrigerated raw sauerkraut from a health food store—to help flush out toxins. She also emphasizes supplementing with probiotics, such as her unique formula made from soil-based organisms. Infrared sauna treatments can also help leach heavy metals out of body fat and decrease cellulite. “These techniques have been around for a long time because they work,” says Snyder. “As I always say, outer beauty is a reflection of inner health.” Connect at KimberlySnyder.com. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.
Top 50 Beauty Detox Foods These foods work to improve specific body areas while promoting whole-body wellness. Such plant-based foods also improve digestion and raise energy levels.
Youthful Red bell peppers Coconut (fresh, milk, oil) Avocados Spinach
Arugula Onions Raw applecider vinegar Garlic Lemon
For Beautiful Hair
For a Beautiful Body
Pumpkin seeds Dulse (a type of seaweed) Carrots Radishes Nutritional yeast
Cellulite-free Fresh cilantro and parsley Buckwheat and oat groats (whole oats)
Soft Pineapple Almonds Walnuts Flaxseed
For Beautiful Eyes
Toned body Kale Hemp seeds Quinoa Millet Chia seeds
Unlined, wrinkle-free Pears Cabbage Turmeric Clear, blemish-free Fermented vegetables (e.g., sauerkraut)
Eliminating dark circles and puffiness Celery Collard greens Asparagus Bananas
Free Public Programs
Monday, November 24 - Evening Program, 7:30 PM Tuesday, November 25 - All Day Program 11 AM - 5 PM Friday, November 28 - Devi Bhava 7:00 PM
Retreat*
*Pre-registration required at www.amma.org
Location
Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center 400 Renaissance Drive Detroit, MI 48243
Visit www.amma.org or call (734) 995-0029 for more information.
Fluid body movement Broccoli Brussels sprouts Sesame seeds Romaine lettuce
Radiant Watercress Figs Sweet potatoes Cucumbers Acai
Bright eyes Papaya Beets Blueberries Apples
Detroit November 24-28, 2014
Wednesday, November 26 Thursday, November 27 Friday, November 28
by Kimberly Snyder
For Beautiful Skin
AMMA
Come meet Mata Amritanandamayi, a renowned humanitarian and spiritual leader
Natural Awakenings Green PowderTM Paleo profile dietary supplement, made with certified organic non-GMO ingredients, supplies your body with essential vitamins and minerals you might ordinarily be missing from your regular diet.
For an Inner Glow Bee pollen Sunflower seeds Sprouts Spirulina (dried blue-green algae) or chlorella (high chlorophyll algae)
9.5 oz jar $54.99 (30-day supply) Shipping - $5 for up to 3 jars! Order Online Today at
NAWebstore.com Or Call: 888-822-0246
natural awakenings
November 2014
21
naturalpet
Special Dog Treats
PLAYFUL PET GIFTS
Animals Love Interactive Toys and Games by Sandra Murphy
W
hat’s on the family pet’s wish list this year? Family members can have fun creating interactive toys and games that are easy on the holiday budget. According to a recent American Pet Association survey, three out of four owners buy gifts for their pets during the holiday season to the collective tune of $5 billion. Dogs and cats receive new sweaters and boots, collars and leashes, toys and treats. Yet, what
they really crave is attention. “Too often, pets are left alone for eight hours a day, leading to anxiety, frustration and unwanted behaviors. It’s important that they’re mentally challenged, learn new commands and have fun,” says Dr. Mary Gardner, co-founder of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, in Los Angeles. “Cognitive decline and muscle wasting, common in older pets, can both be thwarted with games personalized for age and ability.”
Total Body Fitness
Positively Fit
Look for sturdy wooden puzzles that hide a treat behind doors that pull or slide open. Advanced puzzles involve a multi-step solution. Following dog treat cookbooks will keep dedicated bakers in a canine’s good graces throughout the year. Write an activity—a walk, trip to the dog park, game of fetch or a doggie/human dance party—on a few index cards. “Teach the dog to choose by rubbing one card with a sodiumfree bouillon cube,” suggests Eileen Proctor, a pet lifestyle expert in Denver. “As soon as the dog sniffs the card, reward with praise and the designated gift. Once the game is learned, there is no need to keep scenting the cards.” Turn up a corner of all the cards for easy pickup.
Purrfect for Cats
Cats may like to play it cool, but bring out a laser pointer and they act like kittens again. To mimic hunting instincts, play hide-and-seek with kitty’s food; put holes in a closed box with special bits of dry food inside, then let her paw it out or roll the box. Place a too-large-to-swallow jingle bell inside an empty toilet paper roll and tape the ends shut for a charmingsounding toy. An orphaned sock filled with crinkly cellophane and sewn shut makes an intriguing toy to drag around. Improvise a fishing pole from a colorful
Nutrition for the Best of Health
• Personal Training • Strength Training & Conditioning • Complete Body Wellness
www.BePositivelyFit.com • Achieve your goals of a fit and lean body • Increase your energy • Feel great
Maryellen Grogan, CPT, MES
419-893-5105
108 E. Dudley, Maumee Email: Bepositivelyfit@gmail.com 22
Toledo/Monroe edition
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
• Vitamin Mineral Supplements • Hair Analysis Profile • Seminars
Jack Grogan, B.Ed, C.N.
734-856-9199
8336 Monroe Rd. • Lambertville
dowel rod and heavy twine with a petand planet-friendly item tied on the end for a pet to chase. Cats love to squeeze themselves into small spaces or relax in larger ones, so pass along gift boxes.
Pretty-Bird Specials
In the wild, birds spend most of their time foraging for food. Mimic a wilderness search by hiding food beneath an unused, unbleached coffee filter or a large lettuce leaf. Cut food in pieces big enough to hold in a claw to help hone balance. Hide seeds in a made-for-birds piñata, available at pet supply stores. Puzzle boxes range from reach-in-for-food versions to slidea-door or pull-a-knob difficulty levels.
Fun for Fish
Betta (Siamese fighting) fish love to rest near the surface, so provide a leafy hammock, available where supplies are sold. Finned friends get exercise as they chase a laser pointer’s red dot through the water. A new plant or ping-pong ball floating on the surface provides
added entertainment. Moss balls are a good place to hide food and also help keep the water clean. A ceramic log lets fish hide inside.
Climbing Crabs
Hermit crabs are social animals, both curious and amusing. The gift of a new shell or two during molting season is appreciated. Flat-topped rocks with textured sides, large enough to not tip over, provide a different view. Fibers like those used for macramé, hung from the lid of the tank almost to the floor mimic rope climbing. Upside-down terra cotta flower pots, in different sizes and covered with netting, provide more surfaces and heights to explore. “Time spent together is a gift for both the giver and the recipient,” says Proctor. “It’s more thoughtful than anything you can find in a store. You always get back more than you give.” Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLouis FreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.
Pet Precautions As with kids, don’t shower all the surprises on a pet at once. The choices will be overwhelming. Instead, rotate them while keeping one favorite on hand. 4 Check for loose knobs or small parts on toys and around the house; anything that can break off from a strong bite. Favor smooth, rounded edges. 4 Puzzles and other toys are for supervised play only. 4 Never point a laser light at a pet’s eyes—it can severely damage their vision. 4 Poinsettias can be poisonous to pets—keep them out of reach or out of the house. 4 Because a dog or cat’s tongue is rough, if they chew on tinsel, ribbon, yarn or other textured wrappings or decorations, it’s likely to get swallowed, which can lead to a medical emergency.
natural awakenings
November 2014
23
wisewords
Growing Up with Wayne Dyer
Serena Dyer Reflects on Her Spiritual Upbringing by Lindsay McGinty
What was it like to grow up with Wayne Dyer as your father? Growing up, my seven siblings and I were exposed to a lot of ideas that were 24
Toledo/Monroe edition
What is the greatest lesson you learned? Thus far, it is knowing that we are the creators of our destiny—the masters of our fate. I wholeheartedly believe that we sign up for the experiences we have in this lifetime, as they are part of our soul’s desire to grow and expand. When we make the choice to view life as not happening to us, but responding to us, we become more consciously aware of how much our thoughts affect our daily experience. I am so grateful my parents taught me this at a young age because I have learned to choose my thoughts carefully.
different than what my friends heard. We were taught that within each of us is a purpose, a passion that we call dharma, and that dharma is what we are incarnated here to do. We were taught that the most important thing you could do in your life was to follow that dharma, and in doing so, you would be serving God. I often joke that my childhood was filled with unconditional love and security, but also a lot of weirdness! Not many kids learn transcendental meditation at the age of 5 and count monks as friends.
What is the greatest gift your parents have given you?
Were there any downsides to being raised by spiritual parents?
I tell people that it doesn’t really matter what kind of parents you had, it matters how you feel about yourself. Everything in life starts with the self. If you don’t have love and acceptance and forgiveness for yourself, you won’t have these things to give to other people either. I was taught that we can’t give what we don’t have. When we learn to love and treasure every part of ourselves, we also have love to give to others.
photo: Pacific-Plus.com
S
erena Dyer had a unique childhood being raised by spiritually progressive parents, including her bestselling celebrity dad, Wayne Dyer, Ph.D., who would write her notes on personal stationery printed with the motto, “Be realistic. Expect miracles!” It’s not a message her peers likely heard at home. Now 29, Serena shares her point of view in Don’t Die with Your Music Still in You: My Experience Growing Up with Spiritual Parents, co-authored with her father. The title reflects her parents’ key lesson for their children: Pursue the life you are born to live. Some missteps along the journey to her true calling included enrolling in law school to maintain her student identity, but her upbringing served as a light guiding her home to herself. She wrote the book after dropping out of law school, a big step toward her dream of inspiring others to live authentically.
parents is that they make sure you are aware that you are responsible for everything happening in your life.
I like to think that while there weren’t any real downsides, there were certainly challenges. For example, in a more traditional household, when someone gets the flu, their parents probably tell them that it’s flu season and it’s just going around. In my household, when one of us would get the flu, we were told that we aligned with it and allowed it in. In other words, part of the challenge of having spiritually progressive
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
It’s not something they did for me; it was how they lived their lives in front of me. My parents did not encourage me to follow my dreams and then sacrifice theirs in order to raise me. My parents followed their dreams and in watching them do so, I felt safe to go after mine, as well. They taught me that there is no honor in sacrificing yourself or your dreams for anyone else, and demonstrated that the only time you have to make your life the way you want it is now. I am grateful to them for living their lives this way, which has allowed me to feel safe living my life this way, as well.
What advice would you give to people that wish they were raised in a more spiritual manner?
Contributor Lindsay McGinty lives in Orange County, CA.
calendarofevents
partner). Lotus Yoga Ctr, 3307 N Holland Sylvania, Ste 15, Toledo OH. Register at LotusYogaToledo. com/schedule or phone 419-885-1055 for more info.
Visit our website to enter calendar items – NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com. You will receive a confirmation email when your event has been approved and posted online, usually within 24 hours. Events submitted by the 10th and meet our criteria will be added to the print magazine as space permits.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Toxic Burden Workshop – 1-3pm. Learn how to detoxify your home from chemicals, allergens and poisons. Safe alternatives to cleaning products and common cosmetics will be discussed, and ‘recipes’ for these alternatives will be provided. $40. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP RedRoadReiki.com or 419-932-5096 or 419861-7786. Visit NBHCToledo.com for more info. Halloweekend – 4-10pm. (This event follows Linda Dix’s message circle on Friday, Halloween night 7-10pm) Saturday’s events will be psychic readers, Akashic Records, handwriting analysis, vendors, tomahawk throwing, a bonfire and outdoor movie (weather permitting) The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Free admission to bonfire and movie. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. More info at NBHCToledo.com.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Community Health and Wellness Guide Meeting – 11:30am-1pm. This is a group of holistic, energetic and alternative medicine professionals who have started a monthly gathering of likeminded individuals in the NW Ohio area. The goal is to invite every single Health & Wellness/Holistic Practitioner to be a part of this group. $15 (lunch included). Grape Leaf Diner, 909 S McCord Rd Holland OH. RSVP to Cathy 419-509-3320. CommunityHealthAndWellnessGuide.com or facebook. com/CommunityHealthNWOH. DYS Type 1 Diabetes Support Group – 6-7pm. A support group for families living with Type 1, both newly diagnosed and experienced; all family members welcome to attend. Free. St Luke’s Diabetes Care Ctr, 5871 Monclova Rd, Maumee OH. Contact Mary at 419-887-8741 or Mary@dys4kids. org or the DYS office 419-887-8739 with questions. Handwriting Analysis – 6:30-8pm. Learn the secrets behind what it means to write in a disconnected fashion. Reserve a seat for yourself and a friend for this fun evening. $30. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP 419-343-5232 or 419-861-7786. More info NBHCToledo.com.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Medicare and You: The Affordable Care Act – Starts 1pm. Part 4 of this 4 part Medicare info series is presented by The Area Agency on Aging 1-B and Dorsch. Free. Dorsch Library, 18 E First St, Monroe MI. Women’s Health, Hormones, Osteoporosis 7-9pm. Lecture on nutritional and complementary medicine with slides, interrupted by questions, heckling and controversy. Free. With Jack Grogan and Restorative Concepts’s Jay Nielsen MD. Nova Faith Church, 5105 Glendale Ave, Ste G, in Kroger Plaza just off Reynolds Rd.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Full Moon Night Hike – 5:45-6:45pm. Track nocturnal wildlife, call owls and gaze at a sky full of stars on this naturalist-led night hike. No dogs
permitted. Sponsored by Metroparks of Toledo. $3. Oak Openings Preserve, 4139 Girdham Rd, Swanton OH. More info and registration call 419-407-9071. Autism Social Skills Program – 6:30-8pm. Bittersweet Farms’ program provides a safe place for autistic people to go and socialize with their peers. Participants are required to have good receptive language skills, some means of communication, and be able to remain attentive for at least 10 minutes. $20. Maumee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church, 20189 N Dixie Hwy, Bowling Green. More info contact Heidi LeGrand 419-875-6986 Ext 1242 or hlegrand@bittersweetfarms.org.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7 14th Annual Great Lakes Water Conference – 8:30am-4pm. Gail Hesse, executive director of the Ohio Lake Erie Commission, will be the keynote speaker. Panel topics will be Defining the Reach of the Clean Water Act, Open Lake Disposal of Harbor Sediments, Fracking Bans and State Preemption, and Algae and the Toledo Water Crisis. Free to the public; $75/Ohio attorneys seeking 5.5 hrs of CLE. UT College of Law, McQuade Auditorium, 1825 West Rocket Dr, Toledo OH. Register for CLE at law.utoledo.edu/ligl/conferences.htm or e-mail wendy.leiby@utoledo.edu. Sound and Energy Chakra Balancing – 7-8:30pm. Rebecca Hendershott guides participants through an evening of meditation and a sound and vibrational journey. This is a group healing with time spent on individually focused healing as well. Please bring a mat or blanket. $30. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP 419-861-7786 or visit NBHCToledo.com for more info. 2 Annual Josh Project Zumbathon – 7-8:30. Dance with us as we raise money to support drowning prevention and water safety education. Proceeds will help launch the Swim to Survive program which teaches students how to survive an unexpected fall into deep water. $20/adults, $5/kids 14 and under. Buy ticket in advance and receive one free Raffle ticket. Robinson Community Hub, 1075 Horace Ave, Toledo OH. For tickets and more info Call Tankeeya 419-574-2799 or e-mail info@ joshproject.org. nd
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Toxic Burden Workshop – 1-3pm. Andrea Mondine will teach you how to detoxify your home from chemicals, allergens and poisons. Safe alternatives to cleaning products and common cosmetics will be discussed, and ‘recipes’ for these alternatives will be provided. $40. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP RedRoadReiki. com or 419-932-5096 or 419-861-7786. More info at NBHCToledo.com. Thai Massage/Partner Yoga Workshop – 2-4pm. This workshop has both an individual session and a partnered session which takes you through postures and meditation exercises of both the ancient tradition of Thai massage and the more modern partner yoga practice. $50/person (you can sign up without a
Nature’s Medicine Cabinet – 1-2pm. Essential oils are nature’s natural solution to many minor ailments, such as allergies, ear infections, stomach upset, acne, depression, anxiety, headaches and more. Free, open to the public. Trinity Lutheran Church, 410 Taylor St, Delta OH. Register with Eva Behrendt 567-454-7845. Run with Joe: POSE Running Clinics 1:305:30pm. Become a better, faster, more efficient, injury-free runner. Appropriate for both new and experienced runners. Includes an Intro to this forefoot running technique, video analysis of each student’s running style, fun effective drills and exercises, and an Intro to the EZ Run Belt. Limit 8 students. $75. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Room 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Green Cleaning Class – 10-11am. Learn how to make all natural cleaning products using baking soda, vinegar, castile soap, borax and essentials oils instead of toxic chemicals. Free, open to the public. CPW Health Ctr, 3130 Central Park West Dr, Ste A, Toledo OH. RSVP to Patti Leupp 419-779-6310 or pleupp@bex.net.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Veterans Day Massages – 8am-10pm. Both Toledo- area Massage Envy Spas will provide free, 1-hour massages to military veterans, active military personnel, and their spouses. Research published in “Military Medicine”, reports that military veterans indicated significant reductions in ratings of anxiety, worry, depression and physical pain after massage. Come and try it out! Free. Massage Envy, 2100 Oak St.,Maumee,OH, 419-878-2200 or 3305 W. Central Ave., Toledo,OH, 419-535-3689. Tree of Life Necklace – 6:30-8pm. Create a tree of life necklace tailored to your taste for yourself or to give as a gift. All materials for the necklace are provided. Just bring a small set of pliers. Receive a discount for every friend or family member that you bring to join in the fun. $25/person. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP 419-343-5232 or 419-861-7786. More info at NBHCToledo.com. Safe Cleaning Alternatives Mini Workshop – 7-8:30pm. Andrea Mondine offers tips to making safer alternatives to common cleaning products which can contain toxic ingredients. $15. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP RedRoadReiki.com or 419-932-5096 or 419861-7786. Visit NBHCToledo.com for more info.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Business Basics-Roadmap to Success – 5:308:30pm. Join experienced SCORE mentors and learn the basics of Name Registration, Licensing, Developing Business Plans, Insurance and Taxation, Human Resources, Marketing and Financing. $10. Way Library, 101 E Indiana Ave, Perrysburg OH. Contact for registration NWO SCORE 419-2597598 or e-mail office@nwoscore.org. Medicine Cabinet Makeover with Essential Oils – 7-9pm. Instruction on which oils can be used to replace various over-the-counter meds. Essential oils
natural awakenings
November 2014
25
are cheaper and safer. Free and open to the public. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP to Terri 419-450-9248. More info at NBHCToledo.com.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Diabetes:Awareness and Management For a Better You – 12-1pm. Lunch is provided. Rita Slowinski, BSN of Mercy Diabetes Education Services will be presenting. According to the American Diabetes Association, Seventy-nine million people have pre-diabetes, a condition that can result in type 2 diabetes if left unchecked. Are you one of them? Attend this lecture to find out. Free. CPW Health Center, 3130 Central Park West Dr., Ste A,Toledo OH. 419-841-9622. Conservation of the Maumee River – 1:302:30pm. Learn about the invertebrates that populate the river, why they are needed, and how individuals can help to maintain a healthy ecosystem in the local watershed. Class is limited to 20. Free. 577 Foundation 577 E Front St, Perrysburg OH. Register at 577Foundation.org/Take A Class. Consult with Sandy Brown, Psychic Medium – 5-8pm. Schedule an appointment with Ohio native Sandy, who has over 25 years of experience. Appointments will fill up quickly. $20/15 min, $40/30 min. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP 419-861-7786 or NBHCToledo. com or contact Sandy at SandyBrownPsychic.com. Women’s Health-Opportunities and Obligations – 5:30-7pm. Doni Miller will present on issues that impact women’s health today. Jan Ruma will address opportunities available to women thru the Affordable Care Act and the expansion of Medicaid. Free. UT Health Science Campus, Collier Bldg, Room 1000, 3000 Arlington Ave, Toledo OH. More info call 419-530-8570 or e-mail ecwomen@utoledo.edu or visit website utoledo.edu/centers/eberly. Inside Essential Oils – 5:30-9pm. Understanding and Applying Essential Oil Chemistry with PJ Hanks, doTerra Diamond Wellness Advocate. The class will cover important compound groups in essential oils, how these groups identify how an essential oil works, how to select essential oils based on their chemistry and apply these principles to create blends. Appropriate for new students and seasoned essential oil advocates. $49/new student, $20/returning student. Holiday Inn French Qtr, 10630 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg OH. Register at InsideOilsToledo.eventbrite.com.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Old Fashioned Bonfire – 7-8:30pm. Bring the whole family for a bonfire at the White Oak Campground, toast marshmallows, sing camp songs and more. Folding lawn chairs are recommended but not provided. $2/person, $1/if Toledo Metropark member. Oak Openings Preserve, 4139 Girdham Rd, Swanton OH. Registration required at Reservations. MetroparksToledo.com.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Wee Workshop: Let’s Talk Turkey – 10am-12pm. This workshop is designed to cultivate a child’s love for the outdoors. Your child will learn about the wild turkeys that live in the metropark, participate in a craft project, enjoy a story and a nature walk. Please register child only. Parent must attend the program with their child. $5/child, $4/if Metropark member. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W Central Ave, Toledo OH. Register at Reservations.MetroparksToledo.com.
26
Toledo/Monroe edition
Handwriting Analysis – 6:30-8pm. Learn the unique facts that are present in a person’s handwriting, and what writing pressure means for the physical and emotional level of the writer. Reserve a seat for yourself and a friend. $30. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP 419-343-5232 or 419-861-7786. More info NBHCToledo.com.
setting. Activities include darshan (her personal blessing), meditation and a special dinner served by Amma. Pre-registration is required at Amma. org. Free. Detroit Marriott, 400 Renaissance Dr, Detroit MI. Visit Amma.org or call 734-995-0029 for more info.
Pinterest Make and Take Class with doTerra Essential Oils – 7-8pm. Make projects for gift giving such as sugar scrub, holiday room spritzer, hand sanitizer, bath salts and more. Class is free with nominal fee per project. Waterville Community Church, 8217 Dutch Rd, Waterville OH. RSVP to Sue 419-866-1209.
Amma’s Retreat – (Nov 26-28). Refer to the Nov. 26th event listing for details.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Healthy Living Series – 12-1pm. Cooking up Healthy Fall Soups is the topic. Come find out how to make a super fast “warm and comforting” soup right in your blender! It’s full of nutrients that will help keep us healthy as the seasons change. Ashley Daniels, BS Certified Healthy Lifestyle Coaching/ Holistic Health Practitioner will be lecturing. Free. Contact Ashley at 419-455-6803. CPW Health Center, 3130 Central Park West Dr., Ste A,Toledo OH. 419-841-9622.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Reiki for Animals – 1-4pm. Bring your pet (on leash or in carrier please) and allow them to enjoy a relaxing session. Especially good for convalescing or older pets, and animals that have been through trauma or injury. $25/30 minutes. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. Call to schedule a private session 419-932-5096 or visit RedRoadReiki.com or NBHCToledo.com.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Ask the Doc – 7-8am. Dr. Jake Heiney, Orthopedic Surgeon, will be here to answer questions regarding back pain, joint replacements, foot and ankle injuries, shoulder injuries, osteoporosis, arthritis, carpal tunnel and diabetes. Free. CPW Health Center, 3130 Central Park West Dr., Ste A,Toledo OH. 419-841-9622. Meet Amma – 7:30pm. Amma, humanitarian and spiritual leader, will speak and give her personal blessing to all in attendance. There will be devotional music and meditation, also. Free. Detroit Marriott, 400 Renaissance Dr, Detroit MI. Visit Amma.org for more info.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Meet Amma – 11am-5pm. Amma, humanitarian and spiritual leader, begins this program with a short meditation which will be followed by darshan (her personal blessing). Free. Detroit Marriott, 400 Renaissance Dr, Detroit MI. Visit Amma.org for more info. Make your Own Analgesic – 6:30-8pm. Learn how to make this herbal-based healing agent which can treat cuts, sores, bug bites, bruises, poison ivy, etc. $25. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP 419-343-5232 or 419-861-7786. More info at NBHCToledo.com.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Amma’s Retreat – (Nov 26-28) Amma, humanitarian and spiritual leader, is known worldwide as the Hugging Saint. This 3-day retreat offers an opportunity to spend time with Amma in a more intimate
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28 Amma’s Retreat – (Nov 26-28). Refer to the Nov. 26th event listing for details. Amma’s Devi Bhava Program – 7pm. A celebration of the feminine aspect of the divine. Amma gives her love and compassion to each person until the early morning hours. The evening includes a ceremony to promote world peace and darshan (her personal blessing). Please arrive early. Free. Detroit Marriott, 400 Renaissance Dr, Detroit MI. Visit Amma.org for more info. Body ‘n Soul Wellness Expo – (Nov 28-30) 10am9pm. Vendor fair featuring alternative wellness and healing practices. A variety of products such as vitamin supplements, essential oils, candles, incense, jewelry, fashion/beauty, books and CD’s. Organic foods and beverages, eco-friendly and green products. Gibraltar Trade Ctr, 237 N River Rd, Mt Clemens MI. Visit GibraltarTrade.com/WellnessExpo for more info.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Body ‘n Soul Wellness Expo – (Nov 28-30) 10am6pm. Refer to the Nov 28th event for details.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30 Body ‘n Soul Wellness Expo – (Nov 28-30) 10am6pm. Refer to the Nov 28th event for details.
classifieds Fee for classifieds is $1 per word per month. To place listing, email content to Publisher@NA-Toledo.com. Deadline is the 10th of the month.
OPPORTUNITIES LOCAL NATURAL WAX CANDLE COMPANY LOOKING FOR DISTRIBUTORS. You can get started today! For more information contact 419-519-0588 or WhatsTheScents.biz. SAFE, EFFECTIVE Personal Care Products ~ that is what BEAUTYCOUNTER offers. ~ Check LauraBeck.BeautyCounter.com - 419-297-5711 Know the TRUTH about what is in your skin care.
SERVICES HEALING AND WELLNESS FOR MIND BODY SPIRIT – Reiki, Healing Touch, Meditation, Ear Candling, Mindfulness, Personal Coaching, Crystal Therapy, Chakra Balancing, Pain Relief, Individual Counseling. Caring Alternatives 734-242-8711.
ongoingevents sunday Hot YogAlign – All Levels: 9:30-10:45am. Level II: 11am-12:15pm. Postural-based yoga classes that focus on enhancing natural body alignment thru specialized techniques that release tension and increase strength, stability and flexibility. Level tailored to participant; see website for prerequisites. Please bring water bottle. $15/drop-in. Free mat/ towel rental and cooling lavender face cloth offered 1st class. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Rm 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com.
monday Monthly Memorial Ceremony – 3rd Mon. A gathering for those that have lost a beloved pet and want to remember them and share their memory with other pet lovers. Please bring a picture of your pet. Free. Canine Karma, 6128 Merger Dr, Holland OH. RSVP: 419-290-8237. Fitness After 55 – 9am. Every Monday. The Center provides the setting for seniors to communicate and share with each other. Living alone, eating alone, being alone – these circumstances are not necessary in a community which has a Senior Citizens Program like Bedford’s. Bedford Senior Citizens Center, 1653 Samaria Rd, Temperance MI. Call for Info. 734-856-3330. Hot YogAlign – All Levels: 9:30-10:45am and 6-7:15pm. Postural-based yoga classes that focus on enhancing natural body alignment thru specialized techniques that release tension and increase strength,
stability and flexibility. Level tailored to participant; see website for prerequisites. Please bring water bottle. $15/drop-in. Free mat/towel rental and cooling lavender face cloth offered 1st class. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Rm 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com. Chair Yoga – 11am-12pm. Gentle yoga poses done in a chair that anyone of any fitness level can do. There is a component of centering, breathing exercises, stretches and deep relaxation. $10/drop in, $50/6 classes. Optimum CHI Studio, 4024 N HollandSylvania Ste 7, Toledo OH. More info 419-450-4940. Yoga - Connecting Within – 11am-12:15pm. With Sandy Earl. Awaken the true connection between body, mind and spirit by incorporating the practice of yoga into a lifestyle. Come and experience the many benefits yoga offers. All levels welcome. $15/ drop-in. Presence Yoga at Westgate Village Office Bldg, 3450 W Central Ave, Ste 320F, Toledo OH. 419-351-7409. SandyEarl_Rower@hotmail.com. PiYo with Brie Hobbs – 5:30-6:30pm. A fusion of flowing yoga poses and Pilates calisthenics. Burn calories, sculpt and tone muscles in a fun challenging environment. The practice and music change monthly. $10/class, $50/6 classes paid in advance. Optimum CHI Studio, 4024 N Holland-Sylvania Ste 7, Toledo OH. Info and Registration 419-450-4940 or brieahobbs@gmail.com. Gentle Yoga Class – 5:45-6:45pm. Caroline Anne Dawson leads this class in yogic breathing, stretching, strengthening & balancing, postures and guided relaxation. Space is limited. $50/5 classes, $15/dropin. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP 513-314-4489 or 419-861-7786 or go to NBHCToledo.com. Open Knitting – 6-8:45pm. This group meets every
Monday evening to knit/crochet. Come when you want, leave when you want. All are welcome. Bedford Branch Library, 8575 Jackman, Temperance MI. 734-847-6747. Book Study Group: The Isaiah Effect – (class #6 of 6 is Nov 10 2014) 6:15-7:30pm. This 6-wk discussion of The Isaiah Effect by Gregg Braden decodes the lost science of prayer, quantum science, prophecy discoveries from the Dead Sea Scrolls and more. Class facilitated by Debra Anteau. $10/ wk with book purchase, $15/wk to borrow book for class. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP 419-861-7786 or 410-270-4206 or go to NBHCToledo.com. Mindfulness course – (Mondays Oct 20-Dec 8 2014) 7-8pm. This 8 wk course is taught by Caroline Anne Dawson, certified instructor with 20 yrs meditation experience, and combines formal and informal practice to enable students to adapt the practice to their lifestyle. The course creates both space for private reflection and sharing from within the group. $120/8 wks. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP 513-314-4489 or 419-861-7786 or NBHCToledo.com. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) – 7-8:30pm. Food addicts offers help and hope for people with eating disorders. Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W Central Ave, Rm 206, Toledo OH. Contact Joyce Treat 419-699-1007 or jtreat@bex.net or visit foodaddicts.org. Hot Kettlebells – 7:30-8:30pm. A 60-minute total body workout that will tone muscles and burn fat. Be ready to sweat and get fit! Please bring water bottle. $13/drop-in. Free mat/towel rental 1st class. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Rm 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com. Buddhist Meditation – Starts 8pm. This class is geared toward helping persons in recovery from addiction, but is not affiliated with AA. Sessions begin with 5 minutes of silent prayer, followed by basic
Your Solution To Better Health 1715 W. Dean, Suite B, Temperance, MI
734-847-4700
www.drmarkneumann.com Dr. Neumann integrates nutritional, hormonal and functional therapies... Dr. Neumann specializes in: • Bioidentical Hormone Replacement • Physician Assisted Weight Loss including HCG • Testosterone Replacement • Pain Management with Lite Cure Laser • Reversing Diabetes • Food Allergy Testing Dr. Neumann also offers: • Laser Hair Removal featuring Lite Sheer by Lumenis & Microdermabrasion by Aestilisse natural awakenings
Call today to schedule a consultation!
November 2014
27
meditation, then 20 minutes of silent meditation. Open discussion of participants sharing (which is voluntary) how the practice has helped them in their recovery. Free. Toledo Zen Center, 6537 Angola Rd, Holland OH. Questions 419-277-4263.
tuesday Hot YogAlign – All Levels: 9:30-10:15am and 7:308:45pm. Level I: 6-7:15pm. Postural-based yoga classes that focus on enhancing natural body alignment thru specialized techniques that release tension and increase strength, stability and flexibility. Level tailored to participant; see website for prerequisites. Please bring water bottle. $15/drop-in. Free mat/towel rental and cooling lavender face cloth offered 1st class. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Rm 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com. T’ai Chi For Health – 10:30-11:30am. Instructor Marie Criste presents a soft movement class, designed for those wanting to try t’ai chi. Each class is divided into three parts including warm up, senior form and yang form. Beginners should arrive at 10:15am. Bedford Branch Library, Bedford Community Room, 8575 Jackman Rd, Temperance MI. 734-847-6747. Monroe.Lib.Mi.Us. Basic Vinyasa Yoga with Brie Hobbs – 10:3011:45am. Make this practice your own, gentle or challenging. Begins with warm up stretching and alignment, then sun salutations and work phase, then balance and floor exercises. Leave class invigorated and prepared to handle daily stresses. $12/ class, $60/6 classes. Optimum CHI Studio, 4024 N Holland-Sylvania Ste 7, Toledo OH. Info and registration 419-450-4940 or brieahobbs@gmail.com. Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi – 12:15-1pm. Learn the ancient discipline of Tai Chi, which combines small steps, joint-safe exercise and mental strength to improve mobility, breathing, and relaxation. Will help people of all ages take control of their physical, emotional and mental health. $25/month or included in $45/month fee. CPW Rehab Center, 3130 Central Park West Dr, Ste A, Toledo OH. Call Jennifer for more info 419-841-9622. jschrickel@cpwrehab.com Yoga with Weights – 5:30-6:30pm. Bring your own weights for this active practice that builds strong arms, cores and glutes. $10. Canine Karma, 6128 Merger Dr, Holland OH. Call to reserve a spot. 419-290-8237. Mindfulness in Daily Living – (11/4, 11/11, 11/18 and 11/25/2014) 6-7pm. This Women’s Comfort Circle class is for women and led by women, helping women to manage stress and improve their quality of life and relationships. Free, but donations are accepted. Caring Alternatives, 2092 S Custer Rd, Monroe MI. Call Tricia to register 734-242-8711. Visit CaringAlternatives.com for more info. Your Fat Is Not Your Fault – (Tues Oct 7, 14, 21 and Nov 11 2014), 6-8pm. Based on the JJ Virgin Diet program, Holistic Lifestyle Coach Sandy Earl leads this 4-week course on identifying symptoms of food intolerance. Diet plans of anti-inflammatory, healing foods will be created while avoiding the 7 foods that are most-likely causes of food intolerance. Food samples with group preparation each week. Can sign up for one or all 4 classes. $120/4 weeks. Classes held in Holland OH. More info and registration Call Sandy 419-351-7409.
28
Toledo/Monroe edition
wednesday Hot YogAlign – Level I: 9:30-10:15am. All Levels: 6-7:15pm. Level II: 7:30-8:45pm. Postural-based yoga classes that focus on enhancing natural body alignment thru specialized techniques that release tension and increase strength, stability and flexibility. Level tailored to participant; see website for prerequisites. Please bring water bottle. $15/dropin. Free mat/towel rental and cooling lavender face cloth offered 1st class. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Rm 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com. Fitness, ETC. – 10-11am. A blend of yoga, cardio, light hand weights, core work and relaxation designed to increase strength and endurance on a beginner’s level. $10/drop-in, $50/6 classes. Optimum CHI Studio, 4024 N Holland-Sylvania Ste 7, Toledo OH. More Info 419-450-4940. Learn to Meditate – (weekly Oct. 8, 15 and 22, 2014) 10-11:30am. Pam Summons teaches ways to quiet your mind. Learn practical meditative techniques that can reduce stress and add depth and meaning to your life. Free. 577 Foundation, 577 E Front St, Perrysburg OH. Register at 577Foundation.org/Take A Class. Beginner Yoga at OCS – 11:30-12:30pm and 6:457:45pm. A gentle practice for those who are new to yoga and want deep relaxation. $10/drop-in, $50/6 classes. Optimum CHI Studio, 4024 N HollandSylvania Ste 7, Toledo OH. More Info 419-450-4940. Body Better – 12:15-1pm. The Body Better program incorporates low-impact resistance training, functional movements, stretching and relaxation to improve mental and physical strength and health. Improve balance and stability, increase postural awareness and flexibility. Get healthy and stay healthy! $45/month unlimited visits or $25/month once a week. CPW Rehab Center, 3130 Central Park West Dr, Ste A, Toledo OH. Call Jennifer for more info 419-841-9622. jschrickel@cpwrehab.com. Beginner Yoga – 1-2pm. A gentle practice for those that are new to yoga and want deep relaxation. $10. Canine Karma, 6128 Merger Dr, Holland OH. Reserve a spot. 419-290-8237. Transition-Mind Works – 1-2:30pm. (2nd Wed every month). Individuals with early stage memory loss and their family and friends can attend for social/educational opportunities, fun brain games and group sharing. Free. Alzheimer’s Association-NW Ohio Chapter, 2500 N Reynolds Rd, Toledo OH. Register 1-800-272-3900. More Info Contact Brenda Hendricks 419-537-1999 or bhendricks@alz.org. Caregiver Support Group - (Oct. 15, 22, 29 and Nov. 5, 12, 19 2014) Starts 6pm. This 6-week support group is sponsored by MagnumCare and Heartland Hospice. Registration required. Space is limited. MagnumCare, 1215 N Telegraph Rd, Monroe MI. More info and Registration 734-2424848 or 419-262-1453. Aquatic Exercise for Survivors – 6-7pm. Free to survivors of any type of cancer through a grant received by The Victory Center from The Rotary Club of Toledo. CPW Health Ctr, 3130 Central Park West Dt, Ste A, Toledo OH. More Info Contact Penny at The Victory Center 419-531-7600. Meditation Class – 6:30-7:30pm. Anna V. moderates this guided meditation class best suited to participants who want to do serious meditation. Free. Lourdes University, Sophia Ctr, 6832 Convent Blvd, Sylvania
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
OH. Questions 419-367-1617. Book Study Class-The Tapping Solution to Weight Loss and Body Confidence (Wed. Oct 15, 22, 29 and Nov 5 2014). 6:30-8pm. Jessica Ortner’s book explains the EFT Tapping technique and how it identifies the obstacles to weight loss and can help overcome them. $60/4-wk class plus cost of book. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP Nancy Sasse 419-261-1500, nancysasse@toast.net or Virginia Ulch 419-8617786 or NBHCToledo.com. Yoga for 8-12 Year-Olds – 7-7:45pm. Children ages 8-12. Connecting minds, bodies and hearts with Diane Ausmus. Through flowing sequences, balancing poses, partner poses, cooperative games, breathing exercises, creating relaxation techniques and much more. Children will gain body awareness, flexibility, strength and an open heart. Summerfield-Petersburg Branch Library, 60 E Center St, Petersburg MI. 734279-1025. Register: Calendar.Monroe.lib.mi.us. Yoga for Lower back and Core Strength – 7:308:30pm. A well-blended practice to build a strong core, healthy back and increase flexibility. Walk taller, sleep better and enjoy well-being. $10/class, $50/6 classes paid in advance. Optimum CHI Studio, 4024 N Holland-Sylvania Ste 7, Toledo OH. Info and registration 419-450-4940.
thursday Hot YogAlign – All Levels: 9:30-10:15am. Level I: 6-7:15pm. Postural-based yoga classes that focus on enhancing natural body alignment thru specialized techniques that release tension and increase strength, stability and flexibility. Level tailored to participant; see website for prerequisites. Please bring water bottle. $15/drop-in. Free mat/towel rental and cooling lavender face cloth offered 1st class. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Rm 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com. Mothers’ Center of Greater Toledo Mtg – 9:4511:30am. (every Thurs thru 12/11/2014) Established in 1984 for both stay-at-home and working mom’s and their families, this group meets weekly for fun, food and friendship. Reliable and safe childcare provided. Playdates, a working moms’ group and many family activities. See website for weekly mtg topics. Not affiliated with McCord Rd Church. McCord Road Christian Church, 4765 N McCord Rd, Sylvania OH. More Info at motherscenter.net. Taste It/Try It Cooking Sessions – Starts 2pm. (Nov 13, Dec 11 2014). Lori Joblinski teaches a healthier way of cooking. Topics include replacing fat/sugar, adding vegetables, better comfort foods, using spices/herbs and using fermented foods. Free/members, $2/week for non-members. Monroe Center for Healthy Aging, 15275 S Dixie Hwy. Monroe MI. Register in person. More Info call 734-241-0404. Yoga-Connecting Within – 5:30-6:45pm. With Sandy Earl. Awaken the true connection between body, mind and spirit by incorporating the practice of yoga into a lifestyle. Come and experience the many benefits yoga offers. All levels welcome. $15 drop-in rate. Presence Yoga at Westgate Village Office Building, 3450 W Central Ave, Ste 320 F, Toledo OH. 419-351-7409. SandyEarl_Rower@ hotmail.com. Zumba! – 6-7pm. Join Instructor Toni Quinn for an energizing session with a live drummer in a fantastic
environment. Shake the stress away! Studio Fitness, 1413 Bernath Pkwy, Toledo OH. More Info contact Toni 419-480-7547 or e-mail toniquinnfit@yahoo.com. Healthy Cooking Classes – 6-8pm. Our series of healthy, simple cooking classes feature an amazing green dish each week. $15. The Andersons, Sylvania Market Café, 7638 Sylvania Ave, Sylvania OH. RSVP 24 hrs in advance at 419-913-7328 or BeyondBasicsHC.com. Second Sole Group Runs – Starts 6:30pm. Free group runs or walks for all skill levels on a 5K course that winds down the blvd and around the exterior of Levis Commons. Different promos each week such as freebies, prize raffles and wear test items. Second Sole, 4130 Levis Commons Blvd, Perrysburg OH. More info call 419-931-8484 or Facebook.com/ Second Sole Toledo. “Let’s Talk About” Series – 7-8:30pm. Upcoming: Nov 6-Aspartame, Nov 20-Our Drugged (prescription) Nation. Weekly informal discussions with Andrea Mondine about everything from health/ wellness, better food choices, environmental toxins and natural cures. $15/session. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP RedRoadReiki.com or 419-932-5096 or 419-8617786. Visit NBHCToledo.com for each weekly topic and more info.
Yoga for Kids – 4-5pm. Now signing up children in age groups 4-9 and 10-16. A five-week yoga class to teach children fun ways to manage stress and anxiety. Instructor: Jennifer Dubow, LISW, Clinical Therapist, Certified Child Yoga Instructor. $20/class, $100 total for five weeks, can bill insurance. 3335 Meijer Dr Ste 450, Toledo OH. Call for class dates and times. 419-699-3659. JenniferDubow@bex.net.
saturday Drop and Shop Kid’s Art Class – (11/15, 11/29, 12/6 and 12/20/2014). 10am-12pm or 1-3pm. Andrea Mondine leads this class on making nature based art projects for kids ages 5+. Choose morning, afternoon or both sessions on same day. Lunch is served to kids staying for both. $25/session, discounts available for multiple children enrolled for same session. New Beginnings Healing Ctr, 202 N McCord, Toledo OH. RSVP RedRoadReiki. com or 419-932-5096 or 419-861-7786. More Info NBHCToledo.com. Hot YogAlign – All Levels: 9:30-10:45am. Posturalbased yoga classes that focus on enhancing natural body alignment thru specialized techniques that release tension and increase strength, stability and
flexibility. Level tailored to participant; see website for prerequisites. Please bring water bottle. $15/ drop-in. Free mat/towel rental and cooling lavender face cloth offered 1st class. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Rm 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com. Hot Kettlebells – 11am-noon. A 60-minute total body workout that will tone muscles and burn fat. Be ready to sweat and get fit! Please bring water bottle. $13/drop-in. Free mat/towel rental 1st class. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Rm 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com. Free Unheated Community YogAlign Class – 12:30pm-1:45pm. Find out what YogAlign is without the concern of practicing in the heat. This Level I class is taught by our apprentice teachers. Class is limited to 18. Please bring water bottle and yoga mat. $2/rent a mat. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Room 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Please Pre-register at HotYogaWithJoe.com. Uncork The Artist – 7-10pm. (weekly on Sat. thru 01/01/2015) Painting parties with a twist. Classes for both adults and kids. Register thru website and see the painting to be created each evening. All art supplies provided. $65. Uncork the Artist, 5228 Monroe St, Toledo OH. 419-283-2484. UncorkTheArtist.com.
Hot Kettlebells – 7:30-8:30pm. A 60-minute total body workout that will tone muscles and burn fat. Be ready to sweat and get fit! Please bring water bottle. $13/drop-in. Free mat/towel rental 1st class. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Rm 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com.
friday Qigong – 7-7:30am. With Jen Lake. Driven Fitness Studio, 819 Kingsbury St, Ste 102, Maumee OH. First class free. To register or for more info. DrivenFitnessStudio.com. Hot YogAlign – All Levels: 9:30-10:15am. Posturalbased yoga classes that focus on enhancing natural body alignment thru specialized techniques that release tension and increase strength, stability and flexibility. Level tailored to participant; see website for prerequisites. Please bring water bottle. $15/ drop-in. Free mat/towel rental and cooling lavender face cloth offered 1st class. 29101 Hufford Rd, Graystone Hall Rm 103, Perrysburg OH. 419-345-0885. Register at HotYogaWithJoe.com. Seated Qigong – 10:15-11am. The “mother” of Tai Chi, these exercises can be done seated or standing and are safe for all fitness levels. Supported by Silver Sneakers. $5 drop-in. Optimum CHI Studio, 4024 N Holland-Sylvania Ste 7, Toledo OH. More information 419-450-4940. Mat Yoga – 11-12pm. Connect with the mind, body and spirit. For the yoga novice and those with limited level of yoga experience. $10/week or $50/6 classes. Optimum CHI Studio, 4024 N Holland-Sylvania Ste 7, Toledo OH. More information 419-450-4940. T’ai Chi – 1pm. Join in the Chinese martial art that combines controlled movements with deep breathing. T’ai chi provides health benefits that include reducing stress, lessening chronic pain, and improving the immune system. In addition, balance and blood pressure often show improvements. Monroe Center for Healthy Aging, 15275 S Dixie Hwy, Monroe MI. 734-241-0404.
Improve joint mobility, reduce discomfort Counteract wrinkles, skin aging Support cardiovascular health Stimulate cell repair, rejuvenation
Promote healthy hair, nails, gums, eyes So remarkable, it has been awarded 7 US and International Patents
The joint and mobility breakthrough everyone is talking about!
Tens of thousands of people young and old have had their lives changed thanks to the clinically validated, fast-acting nutraceutical... Liquid BioCell™.
To Order or Learn more about the remarkable benefits of Liquid BioCell™ Visit
As seen on:
Jusuru.com/HelpForBoneAndJoint natural awakenings
November 2014
29
Fall In Love Again, Find Your Soul Mate the largest database Join of health-conscious and eco-minded, spiritual singles for FREE and manifest an extraordinary relationship!
communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email Publisher@NA-Toledo.com to request our media kit.
CHIROPRACTOR TURNING POINT CHIROPRACTIC 353 Elm Street, Suite B Perrysburg, OH 43551 419-874-4840 MyTurningPointChiro.com
Jeff and Rachel Elmore are Upper Cervical Chiropractors focusing on helping patients achieve wellness using a procedure that does not involve twisting, popping or cracking of the neck. Ideal patients at TPC are families who are seeking a more holistic lifestyle.
ESSENTIAL OILS ESSENTIAL CONNECTION, LTD.
Karla Gleason, dōTERRA IPC #224532 Aromatouch Technique Certified Maumee, OH 43537 419-265-3219 Gleason.Karla@gmail.com Essential-Connection.MyOilProducts.com Looking for answers to your health problems? dōTERRA CPTG essential oils are nature’s perfect health solution! Essential oils offer a safe, effective and versatile solution to a tremendous range of health concerns. Contact Karla for a FREE Wellness Consultation today! See ad page 17.
FITNESS POSITIVELY FIT
Maryellen Grogan, CPT, MES 108 E Dudley, Maumee, OH 43537 419-893-5105 Studio Getting Fit is Not “One-Size-FitsAll.” Everyone Is Unique. Exercise needs, nutrition needs and goals are unique for each person. We take individuality into account and build a complete fitness program that’s right for you. To become “Positively Fit,” all elements of fitness and health must be in balance. See ad page 22.
Positively Fit
• Personal Training • Strength Training & Conditioning • Complete Body Wellness
Join for FREE at NaturalAwakeningsSingles.com 30
Toledo/Monroe edition
NaturalAwakeningsToledo.com
HEALTH AND WELLNESS MARK S. NEUMANN, D.O.
1715 W Dean Rd, Ste B, Temperance, MI 734-847-4700 419-474-4700 corner of Dean & Jackman Rds DrMarkNeumann.com Graduate, 1981 from Palmer Chiropractic College and 1996 from Des Moines School of Osteopathic Medicine. He is also fellowship trained in Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement. Dr. Neumann states, “Our goal is to increase people’s quality and quantity of life.” In addition, the office offers weight loss programs, deep tissue laser therapy, hormone replacement and laser hair removal. See ad page 27.
SENSORY LEARNING PROGRAM – TOLEDO 3454 Oak Alley Court Suite 209 Toledo, OH 43606 419-578-0057 SensoryLearning-Toledo.com Dr. Jeffrey G. Schmakel, O.D. Director Marjorie A. Hunter, B.S. Ed. Administrator
The Sensory Learning Program-Toledo is a 30 day, drug-free, intervention that treats sensory issues as seen in Autism, Aspergers, ADD/ADHD, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Strokes, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Speech and Language Delays, and Behavior Issues. See ad page 19.
MASSAGE THERAPY REHABILITATIVE MASSAGE THERAPY Christy Smalla, LMT Enhancing Mobility and Mind 5800 Monroe St. Building A, Sylvania, OH 419-480-7950 WMMRehabMassage@gmail.com
Christy holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Michigan State University and has been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2006. She also has experience as a Fitness Specialist and has taught Anatomy and Physiology at Stautzenberger College and the Healing Arts Institute. She specializes in chronic pain and is BWC certified. Your experience with the RMT team will not just leave you ‘feeling good’; you will leave with a better understanding of yourself! See ad page 9.
NUTRITION
WELLNESS RX INC.
PHYSICAL THERAPY
NUTRI-HEALTH
Dr Jay Nielsen, MD 27121 Oakmead Dr, Ste C, Perrysburg, OH 419-897-6490 419-874-3512 fax Jay@WellnessRx.org
ALTERNATIVE PHYSICAL THERAPY
Jack Grogan, Certified Nutritionist 8336 Monroe Rd, Lambertville, MI 734-856-9199 734-854-1191 fax
Lisa Kelly PT, CSCI 440 South Reynolds Rd, Ste D, Toledo, OH 419-578-4357 AlternativePhysicalTherapy.com
Feeling out of balance? Wonder how the body responds to stress? Discover the blueprint for the body’s metabolism through hair mineral analysis. Helping clients achieve better health through nutrition and supplementation with over 40 years of experience. See ad page 22.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Lisa and her staff provide Physical Therapy based on 35 years of experience to treat the cause of your symptoms. We provide a holistic approach and many advanced hands-on techniques to Keep Your Body in Motion! Most insurances accepted as well as private prompt pay options. Pain treatment - cranial and myofascial mobilizations - Neuro and aquatic specialties.
WELLNESS CENTER
C. JULIA PHOTOGRAPHY
C. Julia Photography, Inc. offers a full line of photographic services including maternity, infant, seniors, portraiture, commercial, realty, marketing and landscape photography.
YOGA Joe Sparks, LMT, RYT 29101 Hufford Rd, Perrysburg, OH 419-874-2911 Joe.Sparks@Toast.net HotYogAlignWithJoe.com
Health for the Spirit 202 N McCord, Toledo,OH 419-861-7786 NBHCToledo.com
YogAlign-affiliate studio. Daily classes and private sessions. Posture and Natural Alignment is the main focus, not performing poses. Space offers a warm, safe and peaceful environment to balance and free the fascia. We work on strength and flexibility. Kettlebell classes also offered. See ad page 17.
Change your thoughts and change your life. Individual appointments for hypnosis and life coaching to resolve trauma, eliminate negative behaviors, and achieve goals. Specializing in regression therapy. Small groups for weight loss and smoking cessation. Sound and energy healing, Reiki, and Biomat available by appointment. See our events page for upcoming classes on a variety of topics. See ad page 18.
Turn Your Passion inTo a business ...
own a Natural Awakenings magazine in your community! • • • • •
HOT YOGALIGN WITH JOE
NEW BEGINNINGS HEALING CENTER
440-822-5154 CJNelson@CJuliaPhotography.com
Dr. Nielsen is a board-certified family physician with 38 years experience helping patients avoid orthopedic surgical procedures using Prolotherapy, Platelet Rich Plasma, Bioidentical Hormones and Supplements. Specializes in fatigue, chronic pain, mood disorders and accepts BWC worker injuries. See ad page 10.
Low Investment Work from Home Great Support Team Marketing Tools Meaningful New Career
For more information visit our website NaturalAwakeningsMag.com/mymagazine or call 239-530-1377
Natural Awakenings publishes in over 90 markets across the U.S. and Puerto Rico • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Birmingham, AL Huntsville, AL Mobile/Baldwin, AL* Little Rock/Hot Spg., AR* Phoenix, AZ Tucson, AZ East Bay Area, CA San Diego, CA Denver/Boulder, CO Fairfield County, CT Hartford, CT New Haven/ Middlesex, CT Washington, DC Daytona/Volusia/ Flagler, FL NW FL Emerald Coast Ft. Lauderdale, FL Jacksonville/St. Aug., FL Melbourne/Vero, FL Miami & Florida Keys* Naples/Ft. Myers, FL North Central FL* Orlando, FL* Palm Beach, FL Peace River, FL Sarasota, FL Tampa/St. Pete., FL FL’s Treasure Coast Atlanta, GA Hawaiian Islands Chicago, IL Indianapolis, IN
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Baton Rouge, LA Lafayette, LA New Orleans, LA* Boston, MA Portland, ME Ann Arbor, MI East Michigan Wayne County, MI Western MI Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN Asheville, NC* Charlotte, NC Lake Norman, NC Triangle NC Central NJ Hudson County, NJ* Mercer County, NJ Monmouth/Ocean, NJ North NJ* North Central NJ South NJ* Santa Fe/Abq., NM Las Vegas, NV Albany, NY Central NY Long Island, NY Manhattan, NY Queens, NY Rochester, NY Rockland/Orange, NY Syracuse, NY Westchester/ Putnam Co’s., NY
natural awakenings
• • • • • •
Central OH Cincinnati, OH Toledo, OH Oklahoma City, OK Portland, OR* Bucks/Montgomery Counties, PA • Harrisburg/York, PA • Lancaster, PA • Lehigh Valley, PA • Pocono, PA/ Warren Co., NJ • Rhode Island • Charleston, SC • Columbia, SC • Grand Strand, SC* • Greenville, SC • Chattanooga, TN • Knoxville, TN* • Memphis, TN • Austin, TX • Dallas Metroplex, TX • Dallas/FW Metro N • Galveston, TX • Houston, TX • San Antonio, TX • Richmond, VA • VA’s Blue Ridge • Seattle, WA • Madison, WI • Milwaukee, WI • Puerto Rico Existing magazines for sale
*
November 2014
31