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As we embrace the holiday gifting energy in December, I hope each of you will find the opportunity this month to gift yourself time, and to spend a certain amount of that time in silence. The time you spend in silence might be the one gift you give this season that can not only allow the stress and holiday madness to subside, but can also bring the true essence of this time of year into your consciousness. Gathering with friends and family whether to celebrate Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, Christmas, Kwanzaa or the start of a New Year, allows more joy, compassion and a greater sense of awareness when you are centered. When reading “Surrender to Silence”, on page 34, there may be additional ideas on how silence can be a gift. As you prepare for the celebrations with gift giving, keep in mind what you truly are giving away to yourself and others. This year, I hope you will join me in silencing the noise. Let’s connect with each other and honor how we each contribute in our own way. Support our local economy, and be grateful for all who step up their work-days this time of year. Let’s set new traditions of simplifying our celebrations, and then spend the energy to collaborate towards making our Central Ohio communities great!
Sean Peterson The progression of civilizations and the evolution of humanity have been on a steady upward trajectory for quite some time. Though pandemic scares and regional ethnic instabilities persist, the overall risk of death has receded to the lowest point in recorded human history. Life can be a grind, for sure. The dangers of getting stuck in routine, being bogged down by emotional baggage, or falling prey to fears or insecurities is ever present. There will always be negative elements within societies, and bad apples in every bunch of humans. What can aid us in remaining grounded is this realization: good has always outweighed bad, not only in terms of sheer numbers, but also through a common will to achieve greater for future generations and us. We live in a time where the rapid dissemination of information has become a great equalizer. Technology holds the potential to be the bridge between those in peril and those who can lift them from that place. We all have the opportunity to consciously engage in the process and contribute our share, whether through an online donation to an organization that conducts outreach in another part of the world, or directly by volunteering in our own hometown. Throughout several chapters in our species’ overall time on this planet, there have been individuals or groups of people that have stepped up to provide hope until the darkness passes, or solutions to problems when they appear overwhelming. The answers come about through purposeful involvement and a willingness to contribute something positive and uplifting to our collective experience.
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newsbriefs Integrated Wellness Company Launches Meal Delivery Service
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idaFit, a Central Ohio organization providing healthful resources for wellness, now offers a meal program as part of their roster of services. The system, called True Food Delivery™, includes personalized meal plans, plus a nutritional counseling session. Each meal is made from 100 percent organic, in-season ingredients; it does not contain any added salt or sugar, is sourced from local, family-owned farms, and is guaranteed to be fresh from harvest to plate within two days. Special dietary needs, such as vegetarian, vegan, kid-friendly or gluten-free, are easily accommodated. Menus are unique for three weeks, then completely refreshed every four months to transition with the seasons. The meals are prepared and delivered by disabled veterans, and arrive in biodegradable packaging purchased from minority-owned businesses. A percentage of all True Food Delivery™ proceeds are donated to local cancer support organizations. Plans start at $95 a week. “The ideal meal plan is different for each individual. Everyone who signs up for the service receives one-on-one consultation with a registered dietitian to answer nutritional questions, review wellness goals and further personalize meal plans to maximize the experience and results,” says Julie Greenwald, lead registered dietitian for True Food Delivery™. Shawn Ehmann, VidaFit CEO, elaborates, “We want to make healthy living easy, but we also want to give people the tools to become self-sufficient. Our intention is to teach people portion control, the important ingredients to incorporate into their diet based on their wellness goals, and ways to bring out delicious flavors so they still enjoy mealtime.” For more information, call 614-526-8432, email HealthyHabits@VidaFit.com, or visit VidaFit.com.
Clintonville Resident Brings Wellness Technique to Central Ohio
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enie Viola is a certified instructor in Yamuna® Body Rolling (YBR), a series of movement routines that incorporate specially-designed exercise balls. YBR® counteracts stress and injury by helping to align bones and massage muscles. It loosens tension to increase flexibility and restore range of motion. Viola suffered a debilitating injury while undergoing rigorous education at OSU. She moved to New York City after earning her degree and sought relief from her chronic pain at Yamuna® Studio. She then studied under program creator Yamuna Zake, and in 2008 obtained certification to instruct YBR®. After six years of teaching the program in New York, she decided to move back to the Central Ohio area. Private and “duet” sessions are available, either in the student’s home or Viola’s fully-equipped home studio. Corporate wellness programs, group classes and community workshops are also available.
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Worthington Farmers Market Welcomes New Vendors to Its Indoor Season
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wo years ago, the Worthington Farmers Market moved from multi-use City of Worthington facility The Griswold Center to The Shops at Worthington Place, a large remodeled mall. The additional space provided the opportunity to accommodate far more vendors. Each year, during both the indoor and outdoor seasons, market manager Jaime Moore seeks to add innovative new flavors and products from up-and-coming vendors throughout Central Ohio. The following are some of the newest additions to the market, along with their products: Black Radish Creamery produces small-batch jams; Effervescence offers fermented vinegars; Secret Garden Bakery sells allnatural vegetable muffins; Blue Owl Garden Emporium cultivates culinary herbs, herbal seasoning blends and teas. Moore acknowledges that consumers want to know more about the food they eat. “They want to know who grew it, where they grew it, when it was picked, what the variety is, how to cook it, the proper way to store it – they want to ask questions,” she says. The indoor market is open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., through April 25, 2015. Exceptions are November 29 and December 27, when the market will close due to the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Location: 7227 N. High St. For more information, visit WorthingtonFarmers Market.com.
Granville Yoga Studio Moves and Grows
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Place to Call Om has expanded and relocated in order to accommodate a fuller staff of nine teachers and a bolstered schedule, including double the amount of courses with classes held seven days a week. “This new space will give us the flexibility to expand with student demands, while keeping the student/teacher ratio low,” says owner and founder Leigh Brennan. The new levels of yoga instruction and education include a “Beginners Only” class and the “Om Lean” nutrition program. Brennan had the new facility renovated and redesigned, uncovering windows providing views of lakes and woods behind the building, and installing a special heater to allow for a “Warm Yoga” class. “I want everyone to feel comfortable here, to be able to relax, recharge, and refocus, like at a retreat,” she says. Rejuvenated and inspired by a recent study trip to India, Brennan reflected on her experiences with the practice, which she began teaching in 2008. “It has been terrific to grow a business in this community,” she remarks. “I’m now able to bring together all of my yoga teacher friends.” Collaboration with other nearby businesses is a priority going forward. Potential post-class activities might include tea groups and book clubs at River Road Coffeehouse, or evening wine tastings at Palumbo’s Italian Market. Cleaning and office supplies for the studio space are currently purchased at The Going Green Store.
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Calcium Supplements Raise Risk of Brain Lesions
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Duke University study published in the British Journal of Nutrition this summer found that calcium supplements taken by elderly persons may increase the risk of brain lesions that are identified as hyperintensities on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain scans. The researchers studied 227 adults over the age of 60. The patients were assessed for supplemental calcium intake and received brain scans via MRI. Those taking calcium supplements had more lesions of a volume typically associated with hypertension. They noted no dosedependent relationship between lesion size and the amount of calcium being supplemented. The scientists commented that other studies have found calcium supplementation also associated with greater risk of artery disease. Hyperintensities are observed in normal aging, plus several neurological, psychiatric and autoimmune disorders that affect the brain. They constitute damage to brain tissue caused by restricted blood flow and have been linked to mild cognitive deficits and disturbances.
Knotweed and Hawthorn Outperform Lovastatin in Trial
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hinese researchers recently discovered that two herbal extracts may treat atherosclerosis, the hardening of the arteries, as well as or more effectively than the pharmaceutical drug Lovastatin. Sixty-four patients with atherosclerosis of the carotid artery were studied. For six months, half the patients received 20 milligrams of Lovastatin per day, while the other half took an herbal extract combination of Japanese knotweed and hawthorn. After six months, tests showed artery plaque thickness and inflammation were significantly lessened among both groups. However, the herbal extract-treated group showed a greater reduction of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) levels, a marker of risk for cardiovascular disease. Relatively high levels of hs-CRP in otherwise healthy individuals are predictive of heart health crises even when cholesterol levels are within an acceptable range. People with lower values have less of a risk.
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CELL PHONES AND ROUTER MICROWAVES STRESS PLANTS
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vidence of the effects of wireless technologies on human health continues to be controversial, with agreement on results remaining elusive. Now a new study published in the Journal of Plant Physiology found that human-generated microwave pollution can potentially be stressful to plants. Researchers from Romania’s Estonian University of Life Sciences tested three common garden plants— parsley, celery and dill weed. They exposed each to the types of microwave radiation equivalent to those produced by cell phones and wireless routers. Then these radiation-exposed plants were compared with identical plants not exposed to the radiation. The scientists noted that the irradiated plants had thinner cell walls; smaller chloroplasts (cellular sites of photosynthesis); smaller cell mitochondria (centers of energy production); and greater emission of volatile compounds, particularly monoterpenes and green leaf volatiles, which are protective, lifepromoting components of the plants’ essential oils. The effects were stronger for the type of radiation produced by wireless routers. While essential oil production overall was increased by the frequency of the microwaves produced by cell phones, it was decreased by the frequency emitted by the routers.
Hospice Care Adds Months for Cancer Patients
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esearchers from Houston’s MD Anderson Cancer Center determined that hospice care significantly increases survival rates among patients with metastatic (stage IV) melanoma, a difficult-to-treat form of cancer that occurs when melanoma cells have spread through the lymph nodes to other parts of the body. The study’s authors followed 862 metastatic melanoma cancer patients. Of these, 523 patients received one to three days of hospice care, 114 patients received four or more days and 225 people received no hospice care through their survival period. Those that received four or more days had an average survival period, which typically dates from the original diagnosis, of 10.2 months, while those that received none averaged 6.1 months. In addition, the end-of-life hospital costs for those receiving the most hospice visits were nearly half of what was incurred by patients not receiving hospice attention.
Hip Fractures Decrease on Weekends and Holy Days
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new study published in the Israel Medical Association Journal found that older adults are more likely to have hip fractures in the wintertime, except during weekends and on religious holidays. The study’s authors checked the records of 2,050 patients that were at least 65 years old and had suffered a hip fracture. Analyzing the dates of each fracture revealed that significantly more of them occurred during the wintertime; the injuries corresponded directly with lower temperatures and greater rainfall. Fewer fractures took place on the Sabbath and during weekends in general, as well as on Yom Kippur and other holy days, with the exception of Passover.
MISTLETOE EXTRACT BENEFITS PANCREATIC CANCER PATIENTS
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study published in the European Journal of Cancer revealed that a mistletoe extract may lengthen life for patients with severe pancreatic cancer. German researchers tested 220 patients with advanced stage pancreatic cancer, an aggressive, often fatal disease. The patients were divided into two groups; one was given up to 10 milligrams of Viscum album (European mistletoe) three times a week for up to 12 months. Both groups received supportive care throughout the study period. The average length of survival for those taking the mistletoe extract, 4.8 months, was nearly twice that of the other group, 2.7 months; a survival period typically dates from the original diagnosis. Within a group considered to have a good prognosis, the survival period for those that consumed the extract, averaging 6.6 months, was more than double that of the no-extract group, which averaged 3.2 months.
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DEVELOPING A POWERFUL IMMUNE SYSTEM
DRINK HERBAL TEAS FOR A HEALTHY HOLIDAY
Dr. Julia Keiser, Chiropractor at Worthington Optimal Wellness
Trudy Pieper, Naturopathic Doctor with Phoenix Wellness Center
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s winter approaches and we move into cold and flu season, try adding herbal teas to the diet. They will not only alleviate symptoms, but may prevent the onset of illness as well. A warm cup of tea can give the immune system an extra boost during the busy holiday season. Steep one or two tea bags of the following in boiling water for three to five minutes, and enjoy:
anti-inflammatory action helps it combat bronchitis, colds, congestion, flu, headaches and sore throats. For nausea, sip warm ginger tea with a little honey.
Nettle Drinking a cup of nettle tea, also known as stinging nettle, is as good as taking a multivitamin and mineral supplement. Its iron content makes it a wonderful blood builder, and the presence of vitamin C aids in iron absorption. The tea increases circulation, helps with leg cramps, encourages hair growth and boosts the immune system. The taste of nettle leaf tea is as deep as its rich, dark green color. Ginger Not only does ginger have a wonderful spicy taste, it is a great tea to help kick a cold before it starts. Ginger’s
Chamomile Also known as common or German chamomile, these daisy-like flowers have many medicinal properties. They are anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal, making chamomile a powerful cold remedy. Additionally, it relaxes muscles and calms edgy nerves. Use it to boost immunity and provide a better night’s sleep. Blackberry The fruit might taste better, but the leaves, bark and roots contain outstanding healing potential. Blackberry tea has a rich berry flavor that helps counteract diarrhea, gastritis, intestinal flu and sore throats. One cup each day will keep your immune system ready to fight off colds and flu. For more information, visit PhoenixWellness4U.com. See ad, page 45.
Cut out sugar: Sugar weakens the immune system and provides a growth medium for viruses and bacteria Manage stress: Prolonged stress can contribute to chronic disease. The director of the Mind/Body Institute at Harvard University says that each time she consults with a newly diagnosed cancer patient her first question is, “What stressful event happened to you in the last two years?” Get good sleep: Eight hours of deep sleep provides the body adequate time to recharge, as well as fight off any existing bugs Improve nerve function: Chiropractic adjustments correct for this. The Preventive Medicine Institute found that patients under long term chiropractic care had 200 percent better than average immune system function. Studies on blood work done before and after an adjustment demonstrated similar results. For more information, visit Worthington OptimalWellness.com. See ad, page 9.
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MAINTAINING WELLNESS BEYOND THE HOLIDAYS Jessica Stopp, Holistic Health Coach
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hen we think of staying healthy during the holidays, we usually think of food as a major player in the game. We are bombarded by social media posts about healthy holiday recipes, and lists of foods to avoid on a daily basis. For those who are serious about seeking long-term wellness, working with a health coach or practitioner can provide tools to incorporate healthy choices that will last a lifetime. A lifestyle is a practice. Fad diets, calorie counting apps, and cutting back a few weeks or months out of the year is not going to last forever, and in the end often leaves us feeling worse than when we started. All of us deserve to enjoy the holidays without guilt. If we practice an active, healthy life throughout the year, one piece of pie or an extra spoonful of a favorite side dish isn’t going to be the end of the world. We are allowed to relax and enjoy time with family and friends. This season, let us be present in their company, and not preoccupied with the guilt of what we should and should not eat.
Eating and being healthy is a conscious lifestyle choice that is not restricted to a certain time of year. In order to avoid the ups and downs of a fad diet, we need to understand that we are real human beings and that we are going to make mistakes and overindulge. Life happens. This is why working with a health coach can help maintain wellness throughout life. When life gets hard, we need to learn key strategies for maintaining the lifestyle we want. We need to incorporate these strategies into a real solution that works within our unique lives. Sometimes, we just need someone to keep us on track while we ride on this bumpy road to wellness. For more information, visit JessicaStopp.com.
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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.
Bye-Bye Birdie
230 Avian Species on the National Watch List Scientists from 23 organizations, including the federal government, universities and conservation groups, have spent years on the State of the Birds Study, looking at 230 species of birds from different habitats compiling its watch list. Peter Marra, a migratory bird specialist at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Zoo, in Washington, D.C., attributes the population drops of the birds in the most trouble to disappearing habitat or reduced range. Some coastal birds are doing better, and previously endangered wetland birds are recovering due to laws that are protecting them. Marra says, “These populations come back when we create the habitat. The report emphasizes that it’s better to focus on birds that aren’t yet in decline and keep them that way.” Ken Rosenberg, a bird biologist at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, in Ithaca, New York, and an author of the report, says that hunters, as well as conservationists, deserve credit for preserving ducks. He acknowledges, “We’ve put a tremendous amount of resources and money into wetland and waterfowl conservation because of the hunters that contribute financially.” But lots of songbirds are in trouble, and Florida, where bird habitat is disappearing fast, is a crucial stopover for migrating birds. It’s the kind of place that birds both common and endangered urgently need to survive. Source: National Public Radio
Cultural Roots
Status of Religious Diversity in the U.S. The United States is often described as a religiously free and diverse country, but a new Pew Research Center study reveals that 95 percent of the populace identifies itself as either Christian or unaffiliated (atheist, agnostic or having no particular religion). This ranks the U.S. 68 out of 232 countries and territories in the Pew Religious Diversity Index. Singapore is the world’s most religiously diverse country, followed by Taiwan and Vietnam. The study treats Christian denominations as members of the same religion, which if counted separately, would increase the ranking. But Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Judaism all have internal diversity, as well, and are considered as single religions in the study. There’s an important distinction between religious diversity and religious freedom, which the report does not measure. The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to free exercise of religion, which is not always the case in other countries. Source: PewResearch.org 12
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Youth Activists
World Peace Caravan to Travel in the Middle East in 2015 The World Peace Caravan, founded by the nonprofit D. Gary Young Foundation, is a global peace movement scheduled to conduct a 12-day camel caravan from Petra, Jordan, to Jerusalem, Israel, from December 15 to 26, 2015. It will be spearheaded by a delegation of 12 youth ambassadors, ages 16 to 24, selected from a worldwide pool of candidates. Their goal is to foster an online youth community to provide young people everywhere a platform to share ideas, voice opinions and educate and learn from their peers. The youths intend to collaborate on solutions-centered projects to help eradicate poverty and hunger, ensure environmental sustainability and attain healthy lives for all. Inspired by a recurring vision, D. Gary Young, CEO of Young Living Essential Oils, chose the ancient Frankincense Trail upon which the Queen of Sheba once journeyed to bring peace offerings to King Solomon. This modern-day journey for peace invites people of all cultures, faiths and backgrounds to retrace the steps of that pioneering peace movement, culminating in a blockbuster World Peace Caravan Concert for Peace in Jerusalem. For more information, visit WorldPeaceCaravan.org.
Planet Power
Scientists May Harvest Energy from Earth’s Infrared Emissions Physicists at the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) are developing a device described in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences that would harvest energy from Earth’s infrared emissions into outer space. The power is modest, but tangible. Steven J. Byrnes, a postdoctoral fellow at SEAS, points out, “The device could be coupled with a solar cell, for example, to obtain extra power at night without extra installation costs.” Heated by the sun, our planet is very warm compared to the frigid depths of space. Thanks to recent technological advances such as plasmonics and nanofabrication, and new materials like graphene, the researchers say this heat imbalance could soon be transformed into direct current (DC) power, taking advantage of an untapped, virtually limitless energy source. Source: ScienceDaily.com
Green Envy
Don’t Be So Quick to Bash the Rich A survey at social research site Queendom.com reveals that stereotypes of the richest class of society as being uniformly selfish individuals are not entirely accurate. It seems that having money does not necessarily mean that a person has an overactive ego. Actor Will Smith, with an estimated net worth of $200 million, observes, “Money and success don’t change people; they merely amplify what is already there.” Queendom data shows a difference of only a few percentage points between respondents of varying income levels in matters of altruism such as doing and returning favors, putting themselves in others’ shoes, sympathy and empathy. The area where those in a higher socioeconomic status rank at the top is in charitable contributions. Ilona Jerabek, president of parent company PsychTests AIM, says, “Our personality impacts every aspect of our life—the choices we make, the people we surround ourselves with, the career we pursue, the way we respond to life experiences, the way we manage our finances and whether or not we share our good fortune.” Take the survey at Tinyurl.com/AltruismTest.
Feeding Hope
Recognizing Restaurants that Support the Homeless Food Recovery Certified is a new program that rewards restaurants that donate their extra food to those in need with a sticker on their front door. It’s a project of The Food Recovery Network, a national system of college students that takes cafeteria leftovers to homeless people. Founder Ben Simon started the group in 2011 at the University of Maryland, and the network has saved more than 320,000 pounds of food from the dump in its first three years. If a restaurant donates unsold food to the hungry at least once a month, it can apply for the certification. Then Food Recovery Certified verifies with local nonprofits that the donations actually occur before awarding its approval. Simon states, “Every food business should be donating its extra food.”
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Bamboo is rapidly renewable and requires few pesticides to grow. However, bamboo fabric manufacturing is a chemically intensive process that doesn’t provide clear and legitimate product labeling. Misleadingly using the terms eco-friendly and green becomes greenwashing when applied to items such as bamboo clothing. As the Fair Trade Commission describes the overall process, “Most bamboo textile products, if not all, are actually rayon, which typically is made using environmentally toxic chemicals. While different plants, including bamboo, can be used as a source material to create rayon, there’s no trace of the original plant in the finished rayon product.” This example points out the public vigilance required to secure more sustainable, environmentally friendly products. Third-party verification of all claims is recommended. Products made of the bamboo stalk itself, such as poles for furniture or planks for flooring, remain true to their naturally sustainable source. Source: Tinyurl.com/Organic BambooFraud
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ne local furniture maker is honoring the natural beauty of the wood he uses to hand craft his products, and he is keeping the process as organic as possible, all the way down to the finish he applies to the wood. Tarik Yousef has been working with wood since he was a child. Making pieces during college almost turned into a full-time business after graduation, but Yousef decided to apply his mechanical engineering degree through a position at Honda. He spent four years there, learning a great deal about business before deciding to pursue T.Y. Fine Furniture full-time about four years ago. “The time was right,” Yousef says. During its beginnings, T.Y. Furniture was sold primarily online, but on June 29, the business held the grand opening of a brick-and-mortar location in the Merion Village neighborhood of Columbus. “A lot of [the decision] came from customers just asking for it over and over and over again,” Yousef says of his decision to open the store. People were eager to see his pieces before they purchased them. T.Y. Fine Furniture offers both custom pieces and collections, all designed by Yousef from the ground up. He is often the one hand-making
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every single piece, as well. Collections are typically based on a platform bed and work out from there. The Enso collection, the shop’s oldest, features a bed frame, two dressers and a side table. Other collections include rocking chairs and coffee tables, as well as uniquely designed cantilever tables. Custom pieces have also included desks, dining sets, tables, cabinets and bookcases. Most of the furniture is made from cherry wood. “People love it because it matures with age so the wood tone actually gets darker,” Yousef says. He also works with woods like black walnut, maple and white oak. Yet,
no matter the wood, “Our lumber is locally sourced so it all comes from Ohio,” he adds. “Most of it is actually naturally fallen trees. The material is still excellent quality but at the end of the day, you know you’re not clear cutting the forest to get what you need.” Sourcing the wood locally also cuts down the thousands of miles some lumber travels before it is ever used, further reducing the business’ carbon footprint. This is just one of the steps Yousef takes to keep his furniture-making process environmentally friendly. Instead of thick stains and lacquers full of chemicals, T.Y. Fine Furniture finishes their pieces with an all-natural blend of food-grade organic oils. “Our finish is all natural, we make it ourselves in-house,” Yousef says. “The recipe essentially dates back hundreds of years.” The finish has many benefits over traditional stains. “It gives the wood a really nice sheen,” Yousef says. It also develops a beautiful patina over time. Through the finishing process, the oil soaks in and solidifies in the wood grain, giving it a good durability. With traditional stains, including polyurethanes and lacquers, if a piece of furniture is damaged and the finish scraped off, it is very difficult to fix it without the help of a skilled professional. With a T.Y. piece, owners can purchase their own bottle of finish to smooth out dings as needed since they are dealing with actual wood versus a thick coating of finish. “There’s no VOCs (volatile organic compounds) whatsoever,” Yousef adds. The shop carries a line of organic mattresses, providing another chance for customers to incorporate
eco-friendly products into their everyday lives. “They are probably the most all-organic mattress on the market,” Yousef says of the Chagrin Falls-based Naturepedic Mattress. The company is extremely diligent about checking all of their source materials. Normal mattresses often contain polyurethane foam, which by itself is not that bad. The chemicals sprayed on mattresses to make them flameretardant, however, are known to cause medical issues. They are chemicals that people breathe in night after night. “A lot of the big mattress manufacturers who carry memory foamtype products, we get so many of their customers coming in all the time,” Yousef says. The woodcrafter is driven to keep his process environmentally friendly for many reasons. As he makes many
of the pieces himself, he does not want to breathe in potentially harmful chemicals. At the heart of his business, though, is a drive to make quality furniture that can be passed down for generations.
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Yoga on High Foundation Bringing the Healing Power of Yoga to Those in Need by Susan Post
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or centuries, yogis have known about the healing benefits of practicing yoga. Not only can it help ease anxiety, depression and insomnia, it also helps practitioners to become more in touch with their bodies. Now, as more research causes modern science to validate yoga’s soothing ways, it opens the door for new groups of people to benefit. The Yoga on High Foundation brings these healing practices to a variety of underserved populations across Central Ohio. Part of the mission statement of the Short North studio where the foundation originates is “yoga for everybody”. “In order to fulfill that mission we knew that we needed a charitable arm of our business so that we could do this outreach work,” says Program Director Michele Vinbury. Started in late 2008, the Yoga on High Foundation’s mission is to develop and deliver therapeutic yoga programs to communities or persons in need. “We are aware that there are populations for whatever reason that haven’t been exposed to it or can’t afford it,” Vinbury says. All of the teachers involved have experienced the healing benefits of yoga and desire to bring that healing power to others. “The early programs were yoga in schools and yoga for diabetes. It has grown quite considerably from its first inception,” Vinbury says. Subsequent program additions include yoga for: veterans, amputees, prisons, mental illness, those facing or recovering from cancer, and survivors of trauma and/or human trafficking. “I think the hope across the board
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is to give the population tools to deal with whatever is arising for them - the joys and the challenges in their particular lives,” Vinbury says. Many classes offer a gentle practice, and instructors encourage attendees to do as much or little as makes them comfortable. Yoga has a host of benefits that are advantageous for these populations. “Yoga has been shown to reduce symptoms of PTSD,” Vinbury says. “It is helpful in cultivating feelings of selfacceptance, self-love,” she says. “It is good at increasing flexibility, both of the body and the mind.” Vinbury notes that flexibility of the mind also helps people stay calm and decrease reactivity. There is often a learning curve for people new to yoga, especially those the foundation reaches. Vinbury notes that people who have faced trauma may have their guard up. For that reason, the Yoga on High Foundation likes to work with a group for 8 to 12 weeks to build trust. Being open with people new to the practice helps ease fears of what yoga is and is not. They make it clear that they are not coming in with any religious system or trying
to impose an ideology; they just want people to explore the practice. “With a lot of the programs, it’s just about being together as people,” Vinbury says. “I see you and your humanity and not the labels imposed on you or whatever challenges you have.” While many of the individuals have faced serious or traumatic events, sometimes the practice can be a chance to cultivate a sense of humor. Vinbury cites an example of one of her classes at a women’s prison. The women were cranky and irritable with each other coming in to class, and she asked them to try some partner poses. By the end of class, however, everyone was rolling on the floor and laughing. Some programs have a more serious tone, like EMBER, a 12-week trauma-sensitive curriculum for women who have faced sexual abuse, assault or trafficking. These classes focus on softer language and are less directive, allowing women to explore their comfort level. There are no hands-on adjustments, either. Teachers keep students aware of their presence in the room at all times, and the lights stay on. “The aim of a trauma-sensitive class is to allow people to begin to feel their body in a way that feels friendly,” Vinbury says. Next year Yoga on High will also offer a 100-hour teacher training for trauma-sensitive yoga. The Yoga on High Foundation continues to add programs to help underserved populations access the healing benefits of yoga. Classes not only build connections and community, but help people to uncover their inherent resilience and personal abilities.
ecotip Tweet Treats Trim a Tree, Feed the Birds
From December 14 through January 5, citizen scientists of all ages will participate in the National Audubon Society’s Christmas Bird Count (Tinyurl.com/AudubonChristmasCount), the country’s longest-running wildlife census. Audubon and other organizations use the data collected by volunteers to monitor population trends and guide conservation efforts. Whether or not families plan to help Audubon volunteers keep track of feathered visitors, they might consider providing backyard birds with gifts of food during the winter, when natural food sources can be scarce. Adorning outdoor trees with edible decorations can also help brighten landscapes, reduce kitchen scraps, creatively involve children in nature and make yards more bird-friendly. Salvage citrus rinds for feeders. Poke holes along the edge of hollowed halves of grapefruit and orange peels and run twine through them so they can hang from a branch. Fill with bird seed or suet. Create ornaments from bread heels or stale loaves. After cutting out shapes with a cookie cutter, spread them with unsalted nut butter and cover with birdseed. Bagels, rice cakes and pinecones can be frosted and sprinkled in the same way. Avoid using anything moldy. For more colorful ornaments, hang orange and apple slices. Drape edible garland around tree branches. Thread unsalted popcorn (stale popcorn strings more easily), fresh cranberries, citrus slices, unshelled peanuts, dried apples or grapes into a garland. Use natural string, wool or raffia for hanging decorations. Wild Birds Unlimited suggests selecting these materials so they can be used by birds as nesting materials in the spring. Collect seed heads and berries to tuck among the branches. According to the National Wildlife Federation, good food sources include seed heads from flowers such as goldenrod, sunflower, coneflower, sumac and mullein; seed heads from grasses such as millet, wheat, foxtail and switchgrass; and berries on sprigs of holly, juniper, cedar, hawthorn and mountain ash. Make sure decorations are hung on a tree or shrub near a window so the whole family can enjoy watching the wildlife they attract. Contributing source: The Humane Society
Location: 1081 N. High St., Columbus. For more information, call 614-291-4444, email info@YogaOnHighFoundation.org or visit YogaOnHighFoundation.org. Susan Post is a freelance writer and editor based in Columbus. She enjoys writing about her city and the people and places that make it special. Contact her at Susan.Post.75@gmail.com. natural awakenings
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Spirited Action Brings Peace and Joy to the World by Judith Fertig
problem, approached it with compassion, learned about the issue, realized life’s interdependence and committed themselves to positive action for a result that is good for all. It’s a process that Andrew Harvey first described in a 2005 talk he gave at the Santuario de Guadalupe, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, that’s also reflected in his book, The Hope: A Guide to Sacred Activism. Born in India, educated at England’s Oxford University and in the religious traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism and Christianity, he now resides in Melbourne, Arkansas, where he’s founder and director of the Institute for Sacred Activism. The goal of his international travel is to bring concerned people together to proactively face global crises. Says Harvey, “Sacred activism is a fusion of two of the most powerful fires of the human psyche—the mystic’s passion for God and the activist’s passion for justice.”
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“Sacred activism is the fusion of the mystic’s passion for God with the activist’s passion for justice, creating the burning sacred heart that longs to help, preserve and nurture every living thing.” ~ Andrew Harvey
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he butterfly, a universal symbol of transformation, reminds us that becoming our best selves is an ongoing process. Yet these delicate, fluttering creatures are suffering a decline, especially the vivid orange and black monarch butterflies that depend on milkweed flowers for sustenance during their migration to and from Mexico and Canada. “When I heard about the monarch butterfly crisis, I also noticed
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that I had milkweed vines all along my back fence,” says Karen Adler, a Kansas City, Missouri, gardener. “In years past, I would have pulled them out because they can strangle other plants. But I talked it over with my neighbor and we agreed to let them grow. This year, we had more monarchs than ever.” These two women might not realize it, but they had engaged in spiritual activism. They became aware of a
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The Awakening – Progressing from concerned citizen to spiritual activist is a gradual process. It may begin with an issue to which one feels called. “Our life in the world is a continual call and response,” observes Kabir Helminski, of Santa Cruz, California. He authors and translates books on the Muslim Sufi tradition, which tends to have an open relationship with other religions, and is a core faculty member of the Spiritual Paths Institute, which encourages seekers to find the sacred traditions that speak to them. “Sometimes events are a waking dream calling for interpretation, and sometimes the heart is directly addressed from within,” says Helminski. Compassion – Once an event moves us, prayer can be a pathway that opens our hearts to compassion, according to Jagadish Dass, of Granada Hills, California. The healer and teacher wrote The Prayer Project: The 3-Minute, 3 Times a Day Solution for World Change, which encourages involvement with something bigger than ourselves. Dass maintains that praying for three minutes, three times
“When you put spirit and activism together, you realize that all actions are connected to spirit. It makes you think about your duty in every instance—from how you treat people throughout your day to how you treat the environment. It becomes a satisfying way of living.” ~ Carla Goldstein a day, will help us transmute into expressing a quiet power. “As we take responsibility for our lives, a transformation occurs within,” he says. We begin to inspire others to also take up the cause of working for change and bringing more peace, joy and love to the world. Likewise, Harvey urges each of us to make a real commitment to daily spiritual practice on the road to spiritual activism. He suggests, “Start with a short prayer that aligns you with the pure deep love that is longing to use you as its instrument in the world.” Options include prayers from many of the world’s spiritual traditions shared in Dass’ book; a free download is provided at StewardshipOfTheSoul. com. Interconnectedness – Just as everything in the universe is connected by the simple act of being, like-mind-
ed people can connect to do good in the world. Sacred activists pursuing their own spiritual paths need to work with others, according to Harvey. “They form empowering and encouraging networks of grace—beings of like heart, brought together by passion, skill and serendipity to pool energies, triumphs, griefs, hopes and resources of all kinds. When people of like mind and heart gather together, sometimes miraculously powerful synergy can result.” Harvey has found that groups of six to 12 people become the most efficient and productive, whether joined together through a profession (such as physicians on medical missions), a passion for animal rights or the environment, or a strong sense of social justice. Knowledge – Knowledge, both inward- and outward-seeking, is
another key to doing good for all. Carla Goldstein, JD, chief external affairs officer at the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, in Rhinebeck, New York, and cofounder of its Women’s Leadership Center, used her interest in women’s empowerment issues as a springboard to spiritual activism. “For the first 20 years of my professional life, I focused on public policy and politics,” she says. “But something was missing in the rhetoric of taking care of each other.” Practicing yoga and meditation and receiving support during a personal health crisis prompted what she terms “an awakening understanding of a gap between personal change and systems change.” Goldstein came to question her own “rugged individualism” versus the interconnectedness she felt when people took care of her. “Can we actually move towards integrating these two ideals?” she asked herself. Knowledge about issues is readily available from experts and organizations that experts recommend; she observes, “The big question is: What is needed for us to be of help?” Sometimes listening and understanding can be powerful. Under the auspices of the Omega Women’s Leadership Center, Goldstein invited women on both sides of the reproductive rights issue to meet in 2005. They had been part of the Public Conversations Project in the Boston suburb of Watertown, Massachusetts, begun after medical staff members were killed and wounded at an area women’s health clinic providing abortions in 1994. “Women from the divided community initially came together to tell their stories,” Goldstein relates. “Over
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time, they developed a deep love for each other. Nobody changed their positions, but they did change how they interacted with one another.” They experienced a shift from emotional and verbal turbulence to, if not agreement, feelings of peace and understanding. Since then, the project has grown to facilitate such conversations in 38 states and 15 countries (PublicConversations.org). Positive Action – While many thorny issues take long-term, dedicated efforts to be resolved, others only need smaller individual or collaborative actions for positive outcomes. For Mark Nepo, a New York City poet, philosopher and author of the New York Times bestseller, The Book of Awakening, kindness is the force behind positive action, no matter how modest at first. “Kindness reveals kinship. It gives us connection to everything greater than us and everything else that is kind in the universe,” he says. “I think it’s powerfully effective, yet it’s such a small thing.” Nepo is active in Bread for the Journey, an international nonprofit that encourages community grassroots philanthropic projects that generate micro-grants. One involved a small town in northern New Mexico that sought to improve the lives of local teenagers when the town’s elders wanted to open a youth center as a positive alternative to the drug scene. Just before the center was scheduled to open, the project ran out of money for required floodlights, so Bread for the Journey funded them and the center opened. “Within a few years, the whole culture shifted,” reports Nepo. This small contribution made a big difference to the whole community. Once awakened and nurtured, spiritual activism can become an omnipresent part of our lives. Says Goldstein, “When you put spirit and activism together, you realize that all actions are connected to spirit. It makes you think about your duty in every instance—from how you treat people throughout your day to how you treat the environment. It becomes a satisfying way of living.” Judith Fertig is a freelance writer from Overland Park, KS. 20
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olunteering provides rewarding satisfaction and progress for adults and children alike. Seniors stay involved and parents work alongside kids to experience the value of helping others. Local places of worship often maintain a list of opportunities to serve a community through helping and healing ministries and special projects. The Red Cross is best known for supplying aid in emergency situations, but many needs are year-round (RedCross.org). A call to city hall can steer willing participants to the right local organization. Here are other examples from around the country to spark love-inspired ideas.
meditation or restorative yoga, work the front desk, read to preschoolers and do fundraising.
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Meals on Wheels does much more than deliver lunches to those in need (mowaa.org). In Austin, Texas, the Healthy Options Program for the Elderly program brings a bag of groceries monthly to clients most nutritionally at risk, plus Groceries to Go volunteers shop for or with clients every two weeks. Minor safety-related home repairs are provided through the Handy Wheels project. In Seattle, community helpers paint classrooms, install new playground equipment and donate books and supplies at the city’s public schools. Berkley, California, YMCA volunteers teach classes like mindful
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Homeless dogs in shelters learn leash manners while participating in the Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound program at South Carolina’s Aiken County Animal Shelter. Leashes and treats are supplied to encourage volunteers to walk dogs at least once a week. It’s healthy exercise for both dogs and humans. To calculate the calorie burn, visit Tinyurl.com/WalkOffCalories. Shelter cats need socialization, too. Visits that include playtime and gentle petting make them more adoptable.
New York Cares has family projects available with no minimum age requirement (NYCares.org). Either on an ongoing or a one-day basis, volunteers improve parks, plant community gardens and refresh public spaces. Trails require refurbishing after bad weather. Streams and waterways need a good cleanup after floods. Check with the park ranger for more information. With a little research, volunteers can find the right activity, whatever their location, interest, age or abilities. Another good place to start is VolunteerMatch.org, which is easy to search by zip code and personal interests. A perfect opportunity to help others awaits.
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Kid Power There Are Lots of Ways for Youngsters to Contribute by Ellen Sabin
practice giving by picking up litter, recycling and even turning off lights when you leave a room. When we pay attention to the environment around us, we can learn how to respond in a giving way. Ellen Sabin is the founder and president of Watering Can Press (WateringCanPress.com), a publishing company committed to growing kids with character. Her series of award-winning books include The Giving Book: Open the Door to a Lifetime of Giving; The Greening Book: Being a Friend to Planet Earth; and The Healthy Body Book: Caring for the Coolest Machine You’ll Ever Own.
Fun Activity This article is written especially for young readers eager to embrace the true spirit of the holiday season. Sharing it with them can help cultivate a lifelong practice of giving.
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ave you ever seen someone do something that changed a situation from bad to good? Maybe your parents helped someone whose car broke down, or a teacher spent extra time after class helping you with schoolwork. No matter your age, where you live or what you own, you have the power to do good, too. What you do can make other people happy and make the world a better place. Here are some ideas to help you figure out how. n A good place to start is to think about what’s important to you. This will help you find a way of giving back that you’ll enjoy and want to do again and again. For example, if you love taking care of animals, offer to walk an elderly person’s dog for them. If you get sad when you think about someone being lonely, visit a neighbor that lives alone or send a special card to a relative as a way to show your love.
n It’s nice to help strangers, but you can also do little things close to home that’ll make life easier and better for your family. You can call your grandma to say hello, help your mom or dad with the dishes or play a favorite game with your little sister or brother. n You can also use your own special talents to help others. If you are a good cook, bake a healthy holiday treat to bring to someone that is feeling sick. You can read out loud a story to a younger child. If you’re strong and have lots of energy, you can help your neighbor take out the trash or do other household chores. n You can have fun and make an even bigger difference by doing good things with others. One way to get your friends excited about joining you is to plan a “Giving Party”. Ask your parents to help you download a free guide (WateringCanPress.com/ html/parents.html) that has fun ideas and activities for creating a holidaytime or birthday party or rainy day get-together. n Giving to other people is important, but the planet needs us, too. You can
Who’s Been Giving to You?
Whether it’s time, love or things, the people around us give to us all the time. Sometimes we don’t stop to think about what people do for us, so we forget to say, “Thank you.” Appreciating what people give us is just as important as giving to others. Here are some questions to ask yourself. After you have answered each question, think about what you can do to thank people for their kindness. Who shared with you? What did they share? Who taught you something? What did they teach you? Who showed you love? How did they show you love? Who made you happy? How did they make you happy? Source: Adapted excerpt from The Giving Book: Open the Door to a Lifetime of Giving by Ellen Sabin.
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hen I was a Music and sound Egyptian alchemy and Tibetan Buddhism. I was youngster, I clearly remember are the language practicing every meditareading a book, The Boy and architecture tion from every tradition, sometimes for five Who Sang to the World, of the cosmos. hours a day. Without although I later learned it realizing it, I was changdoesn’t exist. I read it in ing my neurophysiology. some other realm of consciousness and Brain research shows that when that’s what I became. we experience pure sound without I sang to the world, sun, moon, language, the right side of the brain stars and all life. I sang in church and lights up like a Christmas tree. I’d choirs and later took up guitar and worked in brain research for about piano. One day, a visitor to our house 13 years when, while meditating, said, “You’re going to heal many I received new information about people in this world with that voice.” brain geometry that I recognized as When I attended the University the geometry of consciousness in its of North Carolina, I discovered that relationship to sound and emotion. neurophysiology could be used as a I understood that if I taught this to language to explain mystical experiothers, I would observe rapid change ences. The whole time I was engaged and improvement in brain function in scientific training, I was also going and creativity, which took place when deeper into the mysticism of the East, I conducted beta testing at three the yoga of India, Taoism of China,
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sites. One day, I Sound opens psychically approaching until was in California one of them enters my energy consciousness. field. Subjectively, I become as doing a workshop when these sounds If consciousness large as a whale, at the same just came through time I’m aware of my physical is higher, life on body. I have dual realities, and me. That’s what spawned my current Earth will change. then the whale sounds emasound work. nate through me. I become like a tuning fork to In a visionary experience on my the information that is coming to me. 40th birthday, the question arose, “Will In shamanism, this is called being the you sing the song of the new Earth?” I hollow reed. I step out of the way. In believe that we’re not going to survive terms of brain frequencies, I go into much longer as a species if we don’t an alpha state, in which I can attend change how we are living, and that’s to what I need to do vocally, but for what my work is about. Many people that moment surrender my voice to are having spiritual emergences, yet the energy. we don’t, as a culture, have a place to When I work shamanically with harness its potential. What I do with drums, animal spirits come through groups is a type of sound healing, my voice, as do beings from other working collectively with the energy traditions. I feel like a doorway, or a of a large gathering. Each person chauffeur looking in the back seat to responds in ways unique to them, see who I’m driving. I live in two diabreathing into some inner emotion and metrically opposed worlds. I’m logical making a sound that matches how it in how I look at things and am fascifeels inside. nated by brain neurology. Then there’s Something happens with people this other side that’s off the charts. that attend these events. It’s about I never know when the whales the transformation and beauty of are going to appear. As I operate in being able to step into the unknown an altered state, I can see humpbacks to commune with a knowledge and
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intelligence that’ll sing through my voice. Together, we’ll see what will come forward. A major message I’ve received is that if we are to survive, we must raise the feminine out of the ashes created by millennia of cultural traditions and have the male and female meet together, not one above the other, but in equality, and with that union, create a new world. The boy who sang to the world has grown up to sing a space that allows people to create their hopes and dreams into existence. Psychologist and musician Tom Kenyon is trained in Ericksonian medical hypnosis and whole brain learning. His 25 years of practicing psychotherapy led to the formation of Acoustic Brain Research to scientifically study neuropsychology and psychoacoustics. He teaches Tibetan Buddhism, Taoism, Hinduism, Egyptian high alchemy and esoteric Christianity. He has authored Brain States, many CDs and the new documentary about his journey, Song of the New Earth (SongOfTheNewEarth.com).
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hen clients walk into New York City’s Swing Salon, they may be surprised by what they don’t smell—the range of chemicals usually wafting around hair salons. That’s because the owners have decided to use only natural and organic products. While many people may assume that all salon hair and body treatments are regulated and safe, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has no authority to require companies to test cosmetic products for safety, due to loopholes in the Toxic Substances Control Act. So, people are being exposed to dangerous toxins through salon products like nail polish, hair color processors and hair straighteners. Be aware that while labels of over-the-counter body care products are required by law to list ingredients, with the exception of the chemical soup often hidden under the term “fragrance”, the loophole for salon products is large. Jamie Silberberger, with the Women’s Voices for the Earth’s National Healthy Nail & Beauty Salon Alliance, reports, “Products sold for professional use in spas and salons are not required to be labeled with ingredients.” Fortunately, healthy alternatives are available, either by patronizing 24
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Hair Straighteners One salon treatment—Brazilian Blowout hair straightening—can continue to expose customers and salon workers to toxic fumes even months after application. It’s among the conventional straightening products that contain formaldehyde, a known human carcinogen. “Exposure to formaldehyde doesn’t end with the treatment—the fumes are reactivated every time heat is applied to the hair,” says Jennifer Arce, a San Diego, California, salon worker who became sick after applying a single Brazilian Blowout treatment. “So, when a client who’s had a Brazilian Blowout done elsewhere comes into the salon to get a haircut or color and has her hair blow-dried, flat-ironed, curled or processed under the hood dryer, the fumes that come out of her hair make me and several of my coworkers sick all over again.” Solution: Avoid chemical hairstraightening treatments. Sign on to the Women’s Voice for the Earth letter campaign petitioning the FDA to remove Brazilian Blowout from U.S. shelves by visiting Tinyurl.com/ BanBrazilianBlowout.
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About two-thirds of conventional hair dyes in the U.S. contain paraphenylenediamine (PPD), a chemical banned for use in such products in Germany, France and Sweden. Exposure to PPD can cause allergic reactions ranging from skin irritation to death by anaphylactic shock, which happened to a teenager in 2010. When Spain’s University of Santiago de Compostela researchers conducted a metastudy examining the risk of cancer among hairdressers and related workers, all reported that employees had a higher risk of cancer than the general population. Hair extensions also warrant attention. Many adhesives used on extensions may contain 1,4 dioxane, listed as a probable carcinogen by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and styrene, a neurotoxin and suspected endocrine disruptor. Solution: Look for a clean, green salon that uses natural hair color treatments free from synthetic chemicals, ammonia or PPD. Individuals can also order nontoxic organic color kits direct from EcoColors.net.
Nail Polish When getting a manicure or pedicure, beware of the toxic trio of dibutyl phthalate, formaldehyde and toluene. Used to help nail products hold color, they’re linked to reproductive and development problems, plus dizziness and eye and lung irritation, according to the Environmental Working Group. Facing pressure from consumer groups and salon workers, some polish companies are now producing socalled “nontoxic” nail polish, although their labels aren’t verifiable. California’s
Department of Toxic Substances Control recently tested 25 nail polishes sold to salons, 12 of which claimed to be toluene-free, including seven said to be free of the toxic trio. The researchers found toluene in 10 of those, and one or more of the three ingredients in five out of the seven. Solution: Customers should bring their own safe nail polish and only patronize well-ventilated salons.
Find a Green Salon Many conventional body products like shampoos and massage oils contain a litany of ingredients that add to our chemical exposure. Ask questions to ensure all of a salon’s products are nontoxic or as low in toxicity as possible. For example, a large network of independently owned “concept salons” across America are connected with the Aveda Corporation (Aveda. com), a national leader in developing hair and body products that are free from the most dangerous ingredients. More than 90 percent of Aveda’s essential oils and 89 percent of its raw herbal ingredients are certified organic. Also look for members of the Green Spa Network, a nationwide coalition of spas that pledge to be energy efficient and sustainable in all of their practices (GreenSpaNetwork.org). If a green salon hasn’t yet arrived locally, bring nontoxic products for appointments and ask the stylist to use them. Visit the Skin Deep Database at ewg.org/skindeep to find the leasttoxic products for at-home use. Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist is a freelance writer in Tucson, Arizona.
More Naturally Safe Sources Bloom Organics BloomOrganics.com Eve’s Organics EveOrganicsBeauty.com Max Green Alchemy MaxGreenAlchemy.com ToeShades ToeShades.com
Natural Salons and Spas in Central Ohio This is a sampling of some local businesses that strive to incorporate organic, natural, or chemicalfree products or services into their offerings. The Natural Nail Spa (Columbus – Polaris) TheNaturalNailSpa.com Specialties: Manicures and pedicures free of harsh chemicals; waxing; makeup; facials
Open Sky Day Spa (Grandview Heights) OpenSkyDaySpa.com Specialties: Ten different types of massage; facials; waxing; eyebrow and eyelash tinting Canvas Salon & Skin Bar (Powell) TheCanvasSalon.com Specialties: Uses natural products for haircuts and coloring; blowouts; waxing; facials; makeup; bridal hair and makeup
Love Yourself and Earth Salon and Day Spa (Granville) LoveYourselfAndEarthSalon.com Specialties: Plant-based products for haircuts; colorings using ammoniafree, formaldehyde-free and vegan hair color; manicures; pedicures; waxing; facials; massage
Lennonheads Salon Spa (Worthington) Lennonheads.com Specialties: Uses plant-based products for haircuts and coloring; waxing; manicures; pedicures; facials; massage
Balance Beauty Spa (Worthington) BalanceBeautySpa.com Specialties: Facials using organic skincare products; manicures and pedicures with soy-based, acetonefree polish remover and vitamininfused gel polishes; soy-based waxing; sugaring; eyebrow and eyelash tinting
Mukha Custom Cosmetics & MediSpa (Columbus - Short North) MukhaSpa.com Specialties: Color and skin care line that is 100 percent mineral-based, free of oil, alcohol, fragrance and talc; makeup; soy-based hair removal; eyebrow and eyelash tinting; facials; massage; spray tanning
Virtue Salon (Columbus – Clintonville) VirtueVeganSalon.com Specialties: All products are completely free from animal by-products or testing; haircuts and colorings; bridal hair and makeup
Aveda-affiliated salons and schools (multiple Central Ohio locations) Aveda.com/locator/index.tmpl Specialties: Industry-leading provider of naturally derived products (defined as more than 50 percent of the molecule is obtained from a plant, non-petroleum mineral, water, or other such natural source); services vary by location, but generally include haircuts and colorings, plus a full list of traditional salon/ spa offerings
Replenish: The Spa Co-Op (Columbus – Downtown) ReplenishWith.us Specialties: Organic products for care of hands and feet, waxing and spray tanning; customized massage sessions; yoga sessions; reflexology; facials
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hile opening presents is fun for all ages, giving a well-received gift can be especially gratifying. Whether gifts are handmade or store-bought, the most meaningful ones acknowledge each recipient’s specific needs and interests. Alternative gift fairs that support local or international charities are a good place to start. Homemade gifts add a personal touch and can be as simple as a framed photograph or special potpourri. Also consider the eco-friendliness of a potential gift item—what it’s made of, where it’s made and how it’s packaged. While we’re in the mood, why not spread holiday cheer beyond friends and family to everyone? Pay for the next car at a toll booth, leave a potted plant on a coworker’s desk or run an errand for an elderly neighbor. It’s possible to maintain values of simple living and conscious consumerism throughout the holiday season with a bit of thoughtfulness and inspired creativity. To help givers move through the holiday shopping season with grace and joy, Natural Awakenings has compiled a list of locally available gifts of wellness and sustainability.
Accessories with a Conscience
If jewelry is on a loved one’s wish list, look for pieces that are made of sustainable or recycled materials or that raise funds for a worthy cause. FAIR TRADE JEWELRY Global Gallery, Columbus GGFairTrade.com
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Presents that Pamper
With busy calendars and long to-do lists, everyone can use a little pampering this time of year. Balance Beauty Spa, Worthington BalanceBeautySpa.com Canvas Salon, Powell TheCanvasSalon.com Love Yourself and Earth Salon and Day Spa, Granville LoveYourselfAndEarthSalon.com Replenish: The Spa Co-Op, Columbus ReplenishWith.Us The Natural Nail Spa, Columbus TheNaturalNailSpa.com The Oil Apothecary, Sunbury TheOilApothecary.com Virtue Salon, Clintonville VirtueVeganSalon.com
Help at Home
For homemakers and others swamped by houseguests, having help around the house can ease the stress of the holidays or any other time of the year. CLEANING Edge Green Cleaning, Central Ohio EdgeGreenCleaning.com MEAL PREPARATION Fit Food, Central Ohio FitFoodMeals.com Green BEAN Delivery, Central Ohio GreenBeanDelivery.com True Food Delivery, Central Ohio VidaFit.com
Charitable Gifts that Keep On Giving
Good things can come in little packages—or no packages at all. Consider charitable donations in honor of those on our gift list. American Lung Association, Central Ohio • OhioLung.org American Red Cross, Central Ohio RedCross.org/oh/columbus Community Shares of Mid Ohio, Central Ohio Columbus.GiveCard.net Habitat for Humanity, Central Ohio HabitatMidOhio.org Local Matters, Central Ohio Local-Matters.org
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Shop Local
For lots of local selections, in a single location, check out special holiday shopping fairs, or stores dedicated to all
things local and all things Central Ohio. MARKETS Moonlight Market, Columbus MoonlightMarketColumbus.com North Market – Holiday Winter Market, Columbus • NorthMarket.com STORES Celebrate Local, Columbus CelebrateLocalOhio.com Pure Roots, Westerville PureRootsBoutique.com Simply Vague, Dublin and Columbus ShopLocalOhio.com Wholly Craft, Clintonville WhollyCraft.net
Simply Living, Central Ohio SimplyLiving.org
Kids
Avoid the commercialism of big-box store toy aisles by instead visiting a smaller, locally owned retailer in search of eco-friendly and educational gifts for the little ones. Better yet, consider gifting a heartening experience such as a membership to the zoo or weekly music classes. CLASSES/MEMBERSHIPS Columbus Children’s Theatre, Columbus ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Powell ColumbusZoo.org
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Guilt-Free Feasting No Next-Day Regrets with These Approaches by Lane Vail
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“Food connects us with one another, our heritage and our culture,” says May. Heather Evans, Ph.D., a Queen’s University professor and a holiday culinary history expert in Ontario, Canada, suggests creating a food diary of traditions to reinforce a connection with the past and support a holiday food legacy for the future. Ask grandparents about their childhood culinary memories, peruse family recipe books or discover new dishes that honor everyone’s ethnic heritage. Then create an heirloom holiday cookbook with handwritten recipes arranged alongside favorite photos and stories.
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Hunger, the body’s fuel gauge, manifests in physical symptoms like a growling stomach or low blood sugar, says May, citing a useful analogy. “You wouldn’t drive around and pull into every gas station you see; you’d check your fuel gauge first. Before filling up with food, pause and check your fuel gauge. Am I actually hungry, or is this desire coming from something else?” May suggests practicing FEASTing: First, focus on physical sensations, thoughts and emotions; perhaps we’re thirsty, rather than hungry, rationalizing that holiday foods are special, 28
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or feeling stressed or lonely. Next, explore why the feelings or thoughts are present, and then accept them without judgment. Strategize ways of satisfying the need and take a small step toward change.
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Complex preparations for a major holiday can provoke anxiety and impatience, and likewise, feelings of longing or disappointment when it’s over. Sarah Ban Breathnach, bestselling author of Simple Abundance and Peace and Plenty, recommends allowing Christmastide to unfold at its own pace and celebrating all of December with a homemade Advent calendar. Craft a tree-shaped tower of tiny boxes or a garland of burlap mini-bags clipped with clothespins. Place an almond covered in organic dark chocolate in each container and use the treat as a daily mini-meditation. “Drop into the present moment, fully savor the luxurious, small bite and experience the pleasure of eating,” suggests May. Consider it symbolic of the season’s sweetness.
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According to pagan philosophy, sharing seasonal food with loved ones during the winter solstice on December 21 symbolizes the shared trust that warmth and sunlight will return. Eating warm foods provides physical comfort and eating seasonally and locally connects us to the Earth, observes May. Sync body and spirit with the season by stewing root vegetables, baking breads, sipping hot cider and tea, and nibbling on nuts and dried fruits. “The repetition of predictable foods is reassuring,” remarks Evans, and it celebrates nature’s transitions.
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Stir-Up Sunday is a Victorian amusement filled with fun, mystery and mindfulness, says Ban Breathnach. Some December Sunday, have each family member help stir the batter of a special Christmas cake while stating a personal new year’s intention. Drop a clean coin, bean or trinket into the mix and bake. Serve it with a sprig of holly on Christmas Day, and the person with the piece containing the lucky charm will be rewarded with a prosperous, wholesome and positive new year, according to tradition. Evans remarks, “This is a wonderful ritual for nurturing the health and spirit of the family.”
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Boxing Day offers something far more
meaningful to celebrate than postholiday sales. Originating as a tradition that thrived during the 19th century, “December 26 was a chance for landowners and homeowners to give back to household staff and local tradespeople,” says Evans. “It’s a tradition worth reviving to pause, reflect on our own good fortune and contribute to others’ comfort.” Consider serving a meal at a local soup kitchen, collecting items for a food drive or offering a box of healthy culinary treats to community stewards at a fire station, post office or library. On Christmas Day, says Ban Breathnach, “Our kids have the world lying at their feet.” Boxing Day, she says, provides a natural transition to reach out in charity. Lane Vail is a freelance writer and blogger at DiscoveringHomemaking.com.
A Revitalizing Ritual for the New Year Start the new year with a tabula rasa (clean slate) by hosting a New Year’s Eve Good Riddance Tea Party. Gather family and friends over warm ginger tea, spiced apple cider, hot chocolate and festive finger foods. Guests write down on slips of paper any mistakes, disappointments, regrets, hurts or failings they wish to be forgiven or forgotten. One by one, put them into a crackling fireplace or bonfire to symbolize surrendering of the past. “This ties the heart strings in a comforting bow,” comments author Sarah Ban Breathnach. Then, inscribe fresh intentions for the year to come and tuck them away in a special place. “This is the most mystical part, because so many prayers get answered,” Ban Breathnach says. Lastly, toast the new year with optimism and joy.
HEALTHY HOLIDAY TOPPERS Creating a repertoire of delicious wintery foods can help evoke health, mindfulness and delight during the holiday season. Dr. Michelle May advises approaching the entire process of eating, including the menu planning, shopping and food preparation, with a spirit of mindfulness, which adds a deeper dimension of pleasure to the experience. “Cake becomes more than just cake,” she says. “It becomes something the family creates and enjoys together.” Savor these rituals and recipes with loved ones.
Memory-Making Christmas Cake This nontraditional, healthy Christmas cake is alcohol-, sugar- and glutenfree. It relies on fruit for sweetness, almond meal for moistness and vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and orange essences for a perfect mingling of flavors. Prepare the cake with the whole family as a Stir-Up Sunday ritual, and keep it tightly sealed in the refrigerator until Christmas Day. Serve in small portions at room temperature or warmed in the oven and alongside vanilla bean custard or plain yogurt swirled with orange blossom honey. Yields 20 servings 2½ cups (600 grams) mixed and chopped dried fruit (raisins, prunes, figs, apricots, currants, sultanas and/ or dates) 1 tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp nutmeg 1 tsp vanilla bean extract Zest and juice from 1 organic orange 3 Tbsp olive oil 3 organic free-range eggs 2 cups (200 gm) ground almonds (almond flour) ¼ cup (50 gm) walnuts Preheat the oven to 300° F. Line the sides and base of a 7-inch round cake
tin with parchment paper. Combine the dried fruit, spices, vanilla, orange zest and juice, olive oil and eggs. Mix in the almond flour and walnuts, then spoon the batter into the baking tin. Bake for an hour-and-a-half. Insert a skewer or toothpick to see if it comes out moist, but clean; if not, bake for up to 30 minutes more. (Cover the top if necessary to prevent over-browning.) After cooling, remove from the tin and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one month. Courtesy of Teresa Cutter, author of The 80/20 Diet and founder of TheHealthyChef.com.
Melody Moonlight’s Magical Monster Loving Potion Yields 4 servings Melody Moonlight’s story, which birthed the potion 32 oz apple juice ½ cup dried holy basil leaf 2 Tbsp dried orange peel 2 Tbsp dried rosemary 1½ Tbsp crushed cardamom 1½ Tbsp dried ginger root 1 Tbsp dried peppermint leaves ½ Tbsp ground nutmeg 1½ cinnamon sticks 13 drops each of essences of chicory flower, beech flower and rose quartz (all available at natural grocers) In a large pot, bring the apple juice to a near boil. Add all the other ingredients and turn off the heat. Read Melody Moonlight’s story at Tinyurl.com/LovePotionStory to infuse it all with magic and meaning. Courtesy of Andy Bottagaro, potion maker at Shine Restaurant & Gathering Place, in Boulder, CO.
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Gabrielle Bernstein on Creating More Happiness by April Thompson
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otivational speaker and bestselling author Gabrielle Bernstein knows the gravitational pull of addiction firsthand. Although introduced to spiritual practices from an early age, she turned away from that upbringing in her 20s, pulled instead into a vortex of drugs, alcohol and unhealthy relationships while running a public relations firm promoting Manhattan nightclubs. After hitting rock bottom at age 25, Bernstein made the unwavering decision to seek spiritual help and change her life. The entrepreneurial young woman found her groove as a spiritual teacher, introducing millions to new ways of thinking and living through her books, lectures, blogs and videos. Her no-nonsense approach to spirituality and knack for making practices like meditation and prayer accessible to beginners and cynics have attracted a new generation of seekers. Bernstein’s latest book, Miracles Now:108 Life-Changing Tools for Less Stress, More Flow, and Finding Your True Purpose, offers simple, yet powerful tips to short-circuit unhealthy thought patterns and take a shortcut to transformational change.
Why do you reframe a miracle as simply a shift in perception? Shifting your perception and choosing again is a core principle from A Course in Miracles, a metaphysical text that 30
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I study and teach from. When you choose to reorganize your belief system and align it with a loving, forgiving perspective, rather than a fearbased reality, that’s when miracles can happen.
Some people shift away from a harmful relationship with addictive drugs and alcohol like you did, while others take such unhealthy behaviors to the grave; what makes the difference? Often when we get caught in unhealthy behavior, we aren’t willing to ask for help. I think the reason I was able to leave those behaviors behind and create a new path was my willingness to live a different way. I was able to witness my life and see that it wasn’t working. It’s an ongoing process; I’ve been on my current path of turning to spiritual principles for many years, but I’m still constantly working to apply them throughout my moment-tomoment experiences.
How does meditation help create radical change? I think meditation is a key tool for health, happiness and well-being. It can help reorganize the nervous system, lower stress levels, calm the mind and recalibrate energy. It can help us experience more synchronicity in our lives and a greater sense of interconnectedness, as well.
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I’m in constant conversation with myself over my thoughts and beliefs about judgment and separation. People are programmed by society to believe we are separate and to judge ourselves and others. My practice suggests a reinterpretation of that general belief system in order to perceive things differently. I also try to forgive limiting thoughts I was holding onto; for example, judging myself for not performing well at a lecture. Talking too much in conversations is a big challenge for me. A practice in my Miracles Now book called WAIT, for “Why am I talking?” reminds me to notice when I’m saying too much, commenting unnecessarily or not supporting the greater good.
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How do you think about money, and has that proven helpful in broader terms? I believe that we have the power to attract healthier relationships in our financial circumstances in the same way that we have the power to attract healthier relationships with people in our lives. Some people think that you can’t both be spiritual and secure financial abundance; I think that’s nonsense. When you start to reorganize your beliefs around your self-worth and capacity to earn, and open up to your intuitive voice and the creative possibilities for earning, then your financial situation can change dramatically. I have lived that principle fully. I was brought up in a poverty mindset, but with a shift in perception, I was able to release my fears of financial insecurity.
Do you have a go-to practice that you reach for first when faced with a difficult situation? When I’m faced with a complicated situation or feeling powerless, I say a prayer in stillness. Such a practice asks through prayer and listens through meditation. It’s in that stillness that I can hear the voice of intuition and the voice of forgiveness, and love can come forward. Connect with freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com. natural awakenings
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Find Your Fitness Style Workouts that Suit Your Personality by Wendy Worrall Redal
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hile some people find repetitious workouts boring, others like doing predictable routines at regular locations. Ensuring that our fitness regimen jives with our “fitness personality” is integral to making exercise a consistent part of our lifestyle, a concept that has traction among exercise experts. Jonathan Niednagel, founder and director of The Brain Type Institute, in Mountain Home, Arkansas, and an athletic consultant for professional teams, explains in his book, Your Key to Sports Success, that understanding our inborn brain type can help us to determine which sport is best suited to motivate us. In Suzanne Brue’s book, The 8 Colors of Fitness, she applies principles from the Myers-Briggs personality inventory to help readers develop a personalized exercise program. Susan Davis-Ali, Ph.D., in St. Paul, Minnesota, a professional coach for working women, created a Fitness Interest Profile survey for the Life Time Fitness health club chain. She points to research that suggests people that engage in activities appropriate for their personalities enjoy their workouts more and are likely to stay with them longer. Identifying our fitness personality can help us find a program that suits our rhythms and interests. Based on composites from growing research, here are six categories that assess and capture the way we may feel about exercise; more than one can apply to any individual. Disciplined and driven. This is an image 32
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to which many of us may aspire, even though not everyone fits the mold. These exercisers are self-motivated and goal-oriented. Commitment and consistency go hand-in-hand. They like to use devices to track progress, maintain a training log and/or work with a personal trainer in systematic workouts geared to measure improvement. Disciplined types are often early risers; starting the day with regular exercise is second nature. Compatible fitness regimens include cardio workouts, interval and weight training, running, swimming and martial arts. Relishes routine. While these folks are disciplined and driven in some ways, they tend to be more relaxed about regimens. The key to success here is consistency. They like order and familiarity in exercise settings and practice and may enjoy reading or watching a screen during workouts. Whatever the preferred approach, whether it’s a favorite training video, Wii Fit video game, favorite teacher or memorized Pilates moves, these exercisers like to stick with it, even working out at the same time every day—often first thing in the morning or after work—finding that regularity can be habit-forming. Conscious contemplative. Reflective individuals enjoy quiet, solo activities like longdistance running, biking, hiking and swimming, that allow opportunities to look inward, often without thinking too much about the physical details. Exercise offers a chance to clear the mind and renew the spirit while strength-
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ening the body. These types naturally gravitate to outdoor pursuits, but some indoor practices may also suit them, like yoga, Pilates, tai chi or even karate, which incorporate a strong mind-body component. Workouts are often soothing, rather than intense. Plays well with others. For many people, exercise is best enjoyed with others, combining the social and fitness benefits of both. Connections and camaraderie get them off the couch, revved up and ready to go. Whether it’s a committed group of friends chatting during water aerobics or a high-powered cardio class that compares notes, motivation comes primarily from the presence—and accountability factor—of others. A lunch-hour class at a nearby studio or gym may be a fun break in the workday. On weekends, consider golf, tennis, dance or a local recreation team. Compulsive competitor. While the communal aspect is appealing, the greater gratification for this type comes through the thrill and challenge of competition. Trying to win is the great motivator, unlike driven and disciplined types that are happy to push through to their personal best. Team sports are a natural outlet, including soccer, rugby, lacrosse, basketball or swimming, plus disc golf, tennis or racquetball matches and running events. Avid for adventure. It’s tough for any formal exercise program to keep the attention of adventurers. They crave freshness and spontaneity in fitness venues, activities that engage their interest and animate enthusiasm. It’s crucial for adventurous types to mix things up and not rely on any one exercise practice. Outdoor endeavors such as snowshoeing or cross-country skiing, inline skating or mountain biking have appeal. They may gravitate to the variables of Nia, Zumba’s highenergy Latin dance groove, kickboxing, exercise balls or hot yoga. A midday exercise escape can break the work routine. Their key to keeping active is to keep things stimulating. Wendy Worrall Redal blogs at Gaiam Life (Life.Gaiam.com), from which this was adapted.
Discovering Playfulness and Finding Peace Kelli Joyce Strikes a Balance through Yoga Instruction by Jenny Patton
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ang in there, you guys. You’re almost done,” says yoga instructor Kelli Joyce, as we groan while holding the hip-opening pigeon pose for longer than expected. “Only two more breaths,” she says with bright eyes and a broad smile. The groans get louder. “Seriously, Kel?” quips client Lynn Ginsburg. Kelli’s infectious laugh carries through the high-ceilinged room. This is what it is like to take a yoga class with Joyce. It is Saturday morning at All Life Center for Integrative Well Being, located at 123 Hyatts Road in Delaware. We turn off our cell phones, spread our yoga mats on the wood floor, and listen to birds chirping outside the bay windows of this estate in the woods. Then, Kelli teases us—yet we keep coming back. Here is the thing: We get a sense of peace, too. Joyce transitions beautifully from wisecracking goofball to serious yogi, and we follow. Her classes mimic the best of life—providing a balance of fun, peace and a sense of belonging. “You all look gorgeous,” she says
later. We transition to triangle pose, in which one arm touches an ankle, and the other arm extends overhead. She continues to guide us through poses proven to increase flexibility, strength, concentration, and cardio and circulatory health. “Yoga has been a game changer for my body,” says Ginsburg. “I am not naturally athletic, so I work very hard to keep my weight and strength intact. Yoga has made me stronger and allowed me to have confidence in what my body is capable of accomplishing if pushed just a bit.” It is simply not possible to be “bad” at yoga, says student Jackie Davis. “Every muscle you engage and stretch is for you, and only you, and it feels great. For me, I feel a release that is so much more than just a physical release of a muscle.” Participant Kate Brunswick says yoga gives her life a sense of balance and calm that she does not get from other physical activities. Brunswick appreciates that Joyce offers more than one level of each pose to accommodate beginners and advanced yogis alike.
Joyce’s clients come to classes for the camaraderie as much as to practice yoga. “As students, we’re constantly rooting for each other to progress in our practice,” Brunswick adds. “When a student achieves a pose for the first time, the rest of the class claps and cheers. It’s a true community of support.” Fellow classmate Jon Hammer agrees, referring to her classes as a sanctuary from the stressors of work and home. Participants often gather before or after class to discuss family issues—the good and the bad. “I feel acceptance here that’s unlike any other group I’ve been a part of. There is genuine affection between all of us. I feel a love for this group that lifts my spirits because I feel that love back.” Joyce started practicing yoga in her living room in the mid-90s with an Erich Shiffmann/Ali McGraw VHS tape. When she moved to New York City in 1999, she took a “yoga tour” of the city to experience different styles. She worked with Alan Finger, the founder of ISHTA Yoga, a method that combines physical Hatha practice, Tantra and Ayurveda. “ISHTA Yoga changed my entire reason for practicing,” Joyce says. “It opened doors for me to heal from notso-positive life experiences in my own time and in my own way. I came to know myself for what seemed like the first time. It only took 30 years!” she said with a smile. “I decided to teach so that I could share similar experiences with others.” Joyce’s classes foster a come-asyou-are atmosphere. “I don’t feel any
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pressure to be someone who I’m not,” said attendee Judy Rinehart-Turner. “I am allowed to be myself.” Ginsburg credits Joyce for keeping her both grounded and humored. “She is so warm and spends time getting to know each of us, creating an environment of caring and trust. She is not an instructor who just teaches, but more an instructor who seeks to learn and grow from student feedback.” Many students discover a sense of spirituality, vitality and peace during her classes. Michelle Buyer says she appreciates the no-judgment, no-competition spirit and draws energy from the people in the room. Davis says she is often overcome with gratitude for her classmates. Dur-
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T ing life’s challenges—times during which others sometimes turn away— Kelli’s students often dedicate their practice to one another as a way to send positive energy to people in need. “No matter what life brings, I know I will leave my yoga practice feeling more peaceful and empowered,” Davis says. “My Saturday morning class with Kelli is a highlight of my week,” Ginsburg adds. “When I miss it, I feel a small emptiness in my heart until the next time I see everyone.” Although she refuses to take credit for it, Joyce says she is filled with pride when she sees the friendships that have formed among clients. “It is truly heartwarming and exactly what I wished for when I became a yoga instructor.” For more information about Joyce’s classes at All Life Center, and other Columbus locations, email KelliJoyceYoga@gmail.com. For more information about All Life Center for Integrative Well Being, visit AllLifeCenter.org. Jenny Patton teaches writing at The Ohio State University, and lives in Dublin with her husband and two sons. Connect at Patton.220@osu.edu. 34
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here’s one truth, Celebrate the Then, by letting everyand it is silence. All thing go the second it dawn of the occurs, we return to clarity, truths come from, exist as and return to winter solstice freedom and eternal opensilence. Silence is behind ness. We live in silence. every holy thought, word on December 21 For it is in silence that and act. All holiness is in nature and God is working, playing silent. and loving. In silence, we in silence. This is what all sages become perfectly one with know and say: Enter sithat divine working, playlence and we leave behind the rubble ing and loving. of self and no-self, time and death. When absolutely all has been Enter silence and we see the world that given up and only emptiness remains, God created; that we are the created. even then, take one more step towards God, the world and being are one. Life silence. Give away the emptiness. Hold is suddenly real—beautiful and perfect back nothing. Even the giver is given in each curve and angle. away. This awakening into truth hap In silence, we transform and are pens as we surrender everything reborn. We become real with more to silence. We must give away our joy, pleasure, peace and contentment inventory of unreleased thoughts than we ever hoped for. Our highest and cherished beliefs, undigested purpose is fulfilled, our greatest longexperiences and dogma, disappointing is realized in ways we know not. ments, fears, worries, resentments In becoming nothing, we become and sorrows; even personal desires everything. We need nothing, and and joys. thus have everything. With nothing to If it’s difficult to do: throw it away, protect, only peace remains. It cannot fling it off, kick it out. Just don’t let it be controlled or fathomed, only lived. stay. We must empty our storehouses We love this about the holy ones, the of past, present and future, and then sages. No one knows how it happens, burn them down so that nothing can only that it does. ever accumulate again. In silence, we are moved by what Now give more. Let go of ego, will moves all else without knowing how, and humility, ignorance and knowlwhy or when. This is freedom, love and edge, the body and its faculties. Surren- truth. der what is and is not yourself. Give away meaning, purpose and happiness, Robert Rabbin is a self-awareness even precious life itself. Nothing can teacher and author. Connect at remain. RobertRabbin.com.
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Exercising Friendliness by Daron Larson
Close Friend Imagine happiness and well-being in a friend’s life. What might that look like? Resist the urge to police the delight. Let her run on the beach, eat pumpkin pie with ice cream, and read gossip magazines in your mind. Remember that this game of imagination is about becoming more familiar with our own emotional responses.
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n his new book, 10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Actually Works–A True Story, ABC News anchor Dan Harris recounts a 2004 nationally-televised on-air panic attack, in large part fueled by an emerging drug addiction. That event led him on a search to discover practical ways to increase his contentment. He reflects, with humor, on his skeptical experimentation with mindfulness meditation. One of Dan’s teachers recommended adding the concept of “loving-kindness” to a regular mindfulness practice. The idea of loving-kindness involves imagining the well-being of both the self and others. Respected mindfulness teacher Sharon Salzberg describes lovingkindness as “the cultivation of a steady, unconditional sense of connection that touches all beings without exception, including ourselves.” Social psychologist Erich Fromm described it as a way to cultivate an internal sense of friendliness, through remembering that human actions are driven by basic desires to be safe, happy, healthy and comfortable. As such, it requires regular practice. “In the months after I started adding compassion into my meditation practice,” Harris writes, “things started to change. It’s not that I was suddenly a saint…just that being nice – always important in the abstract, at least – now became a conscious, daily priority.” Harris also found that the exercise helped his concentration. “Acknowledging other people’s basic humanity,” he says, “is a remarkably effective way of shooting away the swarm of self-referential thoughts that buzz like gnats around our heads. Emma Seppala, an Associate Director at the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE) at Stanford University,
health and comfort. Then take a minute or two to notice any emotional reaction this thought process evokes.
notes that a loving-kindness practice increases positive emotions, decreases negative emotions, supports feelings of social connection, decreases symptoms related to depression and PTSD, increases compassion and empathy, and helps curb self-criticism. The amount of positive emotion directly correlates with the frequency of daily practice. To experiment with compassion meditation, set aside five to ten minutes a few times each week to imagine people thriving. Keep the focus on allowing, rather than forcing, feelings of friendliness and emotional warmth to emerge. Let curiosity, rather than perfectionism, steer exploration. When unpleasant emotional responses arise, notice what they feel like in the body, without passing judgment. When no particular feelings appear, take the opportunity to savor the peace of emotional neutrality. When warmth or friendliness emerges, simply become acquainted with these feelings. Here are some archetypes to consider while meditating: Unconditional Supporter Imagine joy and vitality displayed in the life of someone who has consistently been supportive. What activities make this person feel alive? Conjure the evidence of safety, happiness,
Acquaintance Imagine contentment in the life a stranger, someone regularly encountered but whose back-story is unknown. It could be the man who whips up a morning latte, the woman who delivers the mail, or even a neighbor. Enjoy letting the mind fill in the unknowns. Get creative and enjoy. Yourself This can be tricky, but give it a shot. Many people report finding it easier to imagine the happiness of others than to imagine their own. Consider what a safe, healthy and comfortable life would look like. Instead of getting hung up on one session, see if this gets easier to visualize with consistent practice over time. Challenging Person Imagine a difficult person at a different stage in life. Zoom out to observe that person as a stranger. Try to remember to stretch compassion and flex creative muscle. It is about the experience of both mind and emotion. It is not about condoning or forgiving. Do not censor any reactions, just feel them. Everyone See what it is like to try to imagine the happiness of everyone. Let the imagination note how it feels to picture all people feeling safe, happy, healthy, and experiencing some degree of comfort in their lives right now. Daron Larson is a Mindfulness Teacher and Freelance Contemplative based in Columbus. For more information, visit Attentional-Fitness.com.
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will also be guided on a meditation journey (no effort required!) by the instructor’s voice layered with music and healing sound frequencies. $10. Om2Ohm Meditation &Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0584. Om2Ohm.com.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5 Yoga For Grief, Loss, & Life Transition – 6-8pm. For all who are experiencing grief or transition in life. The body stores the physical effects of the accumulation of a lifetime of losses. In this workshop, our certified and highly trained instructor will help participants lift the clouds and light the way to inner peace and renewed joy. Registration required. $45. Om2Ohm Meditation &Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0584. Om2Ohm.com.
Emotional Detox – 1-3pm. Join Sheri MollicaRathburn, Certified Meditation Instructor, Cymatic Healer, and Energy Guide for this workshop designed to help eliminate negativity and emotional blockages to finally move forward and live more authentically and peacefully. $35. Om2Ohm Meditation & Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0584. Om2Ohm.com. Prenatal Partner Workshop with Mary Sinclair – 2-4pm. Pregnancy is a time of growing, stretching and pushing the edges of comfort. This is true for a pregnant woman’s partner as well. Practice gentle, partner-assisted stretches that benefit both parties, along with easy breathing and meditative practices. Spend time with your partner and learn ways to effectively cope with your body’s changes. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. Natural Stress Relief for the Holiday – 2:30pm. Let yourself relax with Reiki, a Japanese healing touch technique. Reiki with Heather will provide seated Reiki treatments during Granville’s Christmas Candlelight Walking Tour. Free. Visitor Center inside Granville Village Office, 141 E. Broadway, Granville. 740-221-4234. Info@ ReikiWithHeather.com
Crystals For Beginners – 7-9pm. Learn about many types of crystals and some of the ways in which to use them. Discover what crystals are and how they work, how to choose and purchase crystals, how to clear a space with crystals, how to program crystals for personal use, and how to meditate with crystals. $25. Om2Ohm Meditation &Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614787-0584. Om2Ohm.com.
Sekoia Aerial Restorative with Jasmine Grace – 6:45-8:15pm. Join Jasmine Grace as she blends elements of Sekoia Yoga, music and candle light with Aerial Restorative poses for sensory experience designed to leave participants feeling renewed, connected, peaceful, beautiful, and loved. Limited to 15 people – pre-registration required. The Yoga on High Teacher Training Institute, 1020 Dennison Ave, Ste 201, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.
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The Empowered Empath! – 1-3:30pm. Learn how to determine what feelings are yours and what belongs to others. Stop feeling drained and become empowered. Solutions and powerful personal tools for empathic and sensitive people. $45. Om2Ohm Meditation &Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0584. Om2Ohm.com.
Deep Meditation & Chakra Balancing – 7-8pm. This guided visualization journey will aid with meditation and healing the 7 main Chakras. Open up with some releasing and cleansing breathing techniques. For this session we will give special healing attention to the Throat Chakra. Guests
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Relax into the Holidays – 12:30-2:30pm. Join Loretta Zedella for a workshop using foam rollers, therapy balls, and yoga to ease tension from the body and mind. Return home with two therapy balls and skills for self care as needed. $40/non-members, $36/members. Balanced Yoga, 3526 N High St, Columbus. 614-3265-9642. YogawithLoretta@hotmail.com. LorettaYoga. com. BalancedYogaStudios.com.
Living the Five Reiki Principles with Jodi Patton – 1:30-4:30pm. Delve into the meaning of The 5 Reiki Precepts. Attendees will create their own five principles. Create five simple sentences that help diminish stress, dissolve anger, lessen worry and reduce negative thinking. Discover five refreshing statements that bring guests closer to a more connected and inspiring way of life. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. Living the Five Reiki Principles with Jodi Patton – 1:30-4:30pm. Delve into the meaning of The 5 Reiki Precepts. Attendees will create their own five principles. Create five simple sentences that help diminish stress, dissolve anger, lessen worry and reduce negative thinking. Discover five refreshing statements that bring guests closer to a more connected and inspiring way of life. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. Living the Five Reiki Principles with Jodi Patton – 1:30-4:30pm. Delve into the meaning of The 5 Reiki Precepts. Attendees will create their own five principles. Create five simple sentences that help diminish stress, dissolve anger, lessen worry and reduce negative thinking. Discover five refreshing statements that bring guests closer to a more connected and inspiring way of life. Yoga on
High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. Winter Series: Jump Around – 1:30-3pm. Learn how to safely and effectively use jump transitions to “float” in practice. We will cover everything from jumping back to chaturanga to jumping through to a seat-with a few in between. $20/one session, $35/two sessions, $40/three sessions. Go Yoga, 2132 Arlington Ave, Upper Arlington. 1-844-GoYogaU. Yoga@GoYogaUSA.com. GoYogaUSA.com. Ayurveda Info Session with Jasmine Grace – 4-5pm. Ayurveda is a medicinal system originating from India and a holistic practice that allows for spiritual growth and physical health. Yoga on High will be offering an Ayurveda Wellness Counselor training in May 2015. Come to the info session and have all your questions answered by Jasmine Grace. The Yoga on High Teacher Training Institute, 1020 Dennison Ave, Ste 201, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. Children’s Charity Flow – 4-5pm. Give back this holiday season as we partner up with The Columbus Children’s Charity to collect items for the children at Moler Elementary School in Columbus (92% poverty rate). Please bring your new or gently used Books, Socks & Toys. Monetary or item donations get you into the class. Donation based. GoYoga, 68 N High St, Bldg B, New Albany. 1-844-GoYogaU. Yoga@GoYogaUSA. com. GoYogaUSA.com. Christmas Yoga – 4-5:45pm. Prepare the heart for the coming of Christmas with a heart opening restorative and energizing yoga practice. Seasonal aromatherapy scents will enhance the practice, as well as light refreshments after class. In the spirit of giving, a discount will be given to students who bring a non-perishable food item for the Dublin Food Pantry. $20, $15w/donation to Dublin Food Pantry. Nurture Yoga, 6017 Post Rd, Dublin. 614-975-0353. Info@Nurture-Yoga. com. Nurture-Yoga.com.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 8 Surviving the Sugar Plum Fairy – 6-6:50pm.
Gain control without deprivation this holiday season. Learn how to recognize and understand sugar cravings, ways to balance the body to alleviate the cravings, and alternatives so there’s no deprivation. $10/Early Bird, $15/Day of Workshop. Nurture Yoga, 6017 Post Rd, Dublin. 614-975-0353. Lisa@LimitLessWellBeing.com. Nurture-Yoga.com/workshops.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9 Reinventing Healthcare – 6:30pm. Essential oils address root causes without side effects or addictions when used as a first line of defense. Instructors: Mark & Lori Vaas, Diamond Wellness Advocates. Atlas Health, 2323 W 5th Ave, Grandview. 614-582-7680. MiaFortinLMT@ ICloud.com. Sound Healing Mini Sessions with Kelly Bisson, Reiki Master – 6:30-8:30pm. Kelly will be offering mini sessions using Tuning Forks for Sound Healing. Everything is energy and vibration, including light, colors and sound. Come experience how different frequencies can enhance healing & well being. $20 for 20 Minutes. Please call to reserve your time slot: 6:30pm, 6:50pm, 7:10pm, 7:30pm, 7:50pm, 8:10pm. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-4868323. TheReikiCenter.net.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10 I Am Discovering My Life Isn’t Over – 7:158:15pm. Feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, feeling tense and having trouble focusing, or chronic anxiety and pain may be signs of a neurofunctional shift. Discover neurofunctional correction, leading methods to upgrade your body and brain to bounce back from trauma, feel more alive, energized, and thrive in stressful times. 571 High Street, STE, Worthington. Free. 614-396-6945. Live@WellnessOutLoud.com. WellnessOutLoud.com.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11 Walking the Path to Natural Health Series – 9-10am. How to Stay Healthy During the Winter Holidays. Dr. Trudy Pieper, Naturopath, will speak
about the different uses of tinctures, pills and capsules. Beth Seemann of Gentle Waters Colon Hydrotherapy will speak about the use of Neti pot, Himalayan Salt Inhaler, and natural remedies. Free. Sips Coffee House & Deli, 101 S Main St, Mt Vernon. 740-392-2233. SipsCoffeeHouse.com. Teacher Training Info Session with Jasmine Grace – 6-7pm. Those considering teacher training are welcome to join us to meet us, meet some of our graduates, tour the Center, and discuss the program. To talk to us before the open house, please feel free to call 614-291-4444 and ask for Jasmine (Ashtanga program) or Marcia or Linda (Hatha program). Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. Your Nativity at The Blended Path Fellowship with Rev. Melody Lynn Jenkins, M.Msc. – 6-8pm. Explore the new spirituality emerging from people leaving religion and following the path of the Spirit. Rev. Melody Lynn Jenkins, M.Msc. and other Intuitives will offer Mini Readings. Please contact Melody ahead of time to provide the following information prior to coming to class: Name, Birth Date, Birth Time & Birth Location. Love Offering Appreciated. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12 8 Ways to Naturally Boost Your Immunity – 10-11:30am. Fend off winter cold and flu cooties naturally! Join a Registered Nurse and a Certified Health Coach to learn specific things to do (and what not to do!). Enjoy an immune boosting tea during the presentation and make and take home an all natural herbal immunity tea or disinfecting spray. Reservation required. $15. Center for Alternative Medicine, 2531 Oakstone Dr, Columbus. 614-214-1791. CenterAlternativeMedicine.com. Deep Meditation & 12 Strand DNA Activation – 7-8pm. Guided visualization with Certified Meditation Instructor and Cymatic Healer Sheri Mollica-Rathburn utilizing color, sound, and sacred Solfeggio frequencies to open cell receptors and allow deep relaxation, healing, and DNA activation. Unleash dormant abilities. $20. Om2Ohm Meditation & Wellness Center, 324 West Case St,
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Powell. 614-787-0584. Om2Ohm.com.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13 Usui Reiki I with Linda Haley, RMT – 9am5pm. Learn to relieve a headache or an aching muscle without medication. Learn specific techniques that will prove valuable, such as how to create a positive affirmation to help clarify and realize goals and how to develop intuitive abilities. The ethics and delivery of a successful session will be addressed in detail. $200 w/$50 deposit. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net. Holiday Cookies for Kids – 10am-1:30pm. The children will gather in the farm kitchen for a day of festive treats and fun. Together they will prepare 3 types of delicious holiday cookies to take home. Please bring a packed lunch and a container for the cookies. Bring an apron and dress for a floury mess! Advanced registration required. $20. Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd, Delaware. 740-363-2548. Info@StratfordEcologicalCenter.org. StratfordEcologicalCenter.com. Om2Ohm Artist Reception & Open House – 1-4pm. Visit the peaceful and luxurious Om2Ohm Meditation & Wellness Center and experience a feast for the spiritual senses. Talented artists, Discounted Psychic Readings, Reiki, Free Guided Meditation, Free mini Color Therapy sessions. Om2Ohm Meditation & Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0584. Om2Ohm.com. Monthly Reiki Share – 2-4pm. Calling all Reiki practitioners! Since we believe that it is just as important for Reiki practitioners to receive Reiki as to give it, our Reiki Master Teachers will lead energy shares open to all practitioners of all levels.
Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. All-Natural Iced Cookies for Kids – 3:305:30pm. Kids ages 6+ mix, roll, cut, bake and decorate whole grain, dairy- and egg-free sugar cookies with all-natural ingredients, including vegetable-colored sugars and icings. Take home creations. Pre-registration required. $30/members, $35/non-members. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E Broad Street, Columbus. 614.715.8000. FPConservatory.org.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14 Usui Reiki I with Linda Haley, RMT – 9am5pm. See December 13 listing. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-4868323. TheReikiCenter.net. Tai Chi For Beginners – 3-4pm. Improve the ability to relax, muscle strength, fitness, and flexibility without muscle strain or the noise and chaos of a gym. Perfect journey to better health and harmony through Beginner’s Tai Chi. $10. Om2Ohm Meditation & Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0584. Om2Ohm.com. Frankincense, Myrrh & Essential Oils from Scripture – 6-8pm. Of the 3 gifts given to baby Jesus, 2 tree resins were included with gold. Frankincense & Myrrh were considered sacred to be included with these gifts. Learn what the ancients knew about Frankincense & Myrrh and other sacred oils that are still of benefit to us today. Instructor: Anastasia Shevchenko. Free. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-4868323. TheReikiCenter.net.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 15 Holiday Restorative – 6-9pm. This popular annual event is designed to help attendees relax and stay calm and full of joy through the busyness of the holiday season. Marcia and Gail will guide attendees through an evening of relaxing poses and practices. Reiki will be available. Open to those with at least some yoga experience. Preregistration required. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17 Holiday Restorative – 6-9pm. See December 15 listing. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. Meditation for Grief. Loss, & Life Transition – 7-8:30pm. See December 5 listing. $20. Om2Ohm Meditation & Wellness Center, 324 West Case St, Powell. 614-787-0584. Om2Ohm.com.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18 Postnatal Restorative Workshop – 7:30-8:30pm. Join Jenn Gebhart for an hour of restorative yoga poses done lying down or seated with some aromatherapy. This workshop can help reduce physical discomfort, relieve stress and tension and leave attendees feeling relaxed and refreshed. Attendees must be at least 6 weeks post partum to attend. No previous yoga experience necessary. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 Book Talks – 6:30-8pm. Join Librarian Liz Barker
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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 Winter Solstice Celebration: The Return of The Light – 6-8pm. The winter solstice brings the excitement of new birth, new ideas, new energy. Join us for an evening of ceremony, gifts of spirit, music, chants, and divine inspiration on one of the Earth’s most important days. Attendees will receive gifts of the season as we plant the seeds for new growth and enlightenment. Love Offering Appreciated. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.
Happy Holidays TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16 HAPPY HANUKKAH! SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 WINTER SOLSTICE! THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25 MERRY CHRISTMAS! FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26 HAPPY KWANZAA! WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 GOODBYE 2014!
savethedate Women’s Wellness Winter Warmer FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 6-9pm. Cure cabin fever with food, friends and fun! Hosted by Natural Awakenings and the advertising sponsors of the publication. Grab your girlfriends and warm up with sample products and services presented by businesses, practitioners, and organizations that support a natural health lifestyle, community, and personal goals for 2015. WatersEdge Event & Conference Center, 4643 Trueman Blvd, Hilliard.
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healing arts. $10. Body Awarehouse (behind Hetter Heating & Cooling), 4780 Kenny Rd, Columbus. JillFitness.Webs.com.
Deep Release – 11:45am-12:45pm. Allow the body and mind to open into a deep sense of relaxation and wellness while encouraging detoxification and increased flexibility. Gentle, supported postures are held. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com
Reveal Ease Lunchtime Yoga – 12-1pm. Use yoga therapy balls, blocks and yoga poses to release tension from the body. Feel recharged and less stressed. Drop-ins welcome. $15. Balanced Yoga, 3526 N High St, Columbus. 614-265-9642. LorettaYoga.com. BalancedYogaStudios.com.
Intro to Yoga for Teens – 1-2pm. Learn the basics of yoga and experience the benefits in school, sports and social life. $40. Nurture Yoga, 6017 Post Rd, Dublin. 614-975-0353. Nurture-Yoga.com. Yin Yoga – 6pm. Be guided through a practice that lengthens connective tissue by releasing into postures, which strengthens tissue and helps support joints and muscle. Contraindicated for those in their 3rd trimester. $15. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. Lucy@ShiftGrandview.com. ShiftGrandview.com. Sekoia – 6:45-8pm. Sekoia’s holistic approach blends smooth vinyasa flows with music, essential oils, meditation, restorative poses and reiki. Designed to activate Prana, restore balance, and awaken a deeper connection. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.
monday No Excuses UA Bootcamp – 5:30am. Start the day with a dynamic warm up, then combine cardio and strength training. All fitness levels welcome. $10. Barrington Elementary School, 1780 Barrington Rd, Upper Arlington. 614-886-5673. NoExcusesUA.com. Tai Chi for Health – 9:30-10:30am. Tai chi is a mind-body exercise, a moving meditation. It reduces stress while gently strengthening the body. $15. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. Lucy@ShiftGrandview. com. ShiftGrandview.com. Nia Dance – 9:45-10:45am. Mindful movement to an eclectic mix of music. Develop the body and the mind-body-spirit connections using movement sources, including martial arts, dance arts, and
Introduction to Tai Chi – 6:30-8pm. Learn the ancient Chinese art that incorporates slow, natural movement and breathwork. Suitable for all levels of fitness. $68/members, $75/non-members for six-week series. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E Broad Street, Columbus. 614-715-8000. FPConservatory.org. Yingjie Taichi – 6:30-8pm. This tai chi style blends various martial arts into a philosophy designed to develop strength, relaxation, and self-defense. Positive energy for stress relief. Grey Budha Community, 400 West Rich St, Columbus. 614-975-7683. GreyBudha.Weebly.com. Fascial Flow – 7-8pm. Classes incorporate foam rollers, trigger point props, stability equipment, developmental patterning, and yoga to uniquely access and work through tension, pain, and stress. Instructor: Melinda Cooksey, PhD. $20. All Life Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. AllLifeCenter.org. Beginners Meditation Class – 7:15-8:30pm. All beliefs and levels of practice welcome. Learn about different types of mindfulness and benefits of regular practice. $5 suggested donation. Mind, Body, Spirit Academy, 885 High St, Ste 106, Worthington. 614-547-2187. MindBodySpirit Academy.org.
tuesday No Excuses UA Bootcamp – 5:30am. Start the day with a dynamic warm up, and then combine cardio and strength training. All fitness levels welcome. $10. Barrington Elementary School, 1780 Barrington Rd, Upper Arlington. 614-886-5673. NoExcusesUA.com. Bootcamp – 8:30am. Start the day with a dynamic warm up, and then combine cardio and strength training. All fitness levels welcome. $10. Barrington Elementary School, 1780 Barrington Rd, Upper
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Arlington. 614-886-5673. NoExcusesUA.com. Hot Flow Level 1– 1-2pm. Designed for those with some yoga experience who are looking for full-body workout in a warm room, vinyasa style, to music. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. Energy Exercises, Meditation and Positive Intentions Class – 6-7pm. Use movement, breath, sound and meditation to achieve well being of mind, body and spirit. Bring yoga mat or sheet for floor postures. Registration required. $10. 1301 Olentangy River Rd, Ste 200, Columbus. 614-657-0316. Misty.Skeen@Yahoo.com. Big Asana – 7:30-9pm. Big Asana is a safe space for people with larger bodies who may not have felt welcomed and honored in other movement classes. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. Vinyasa Flow Yoga – Practice and refine yoga postures through a deep awareness of correct alignment and precise movement. Train the mind to remain alert, focused and composed. Instructor: Bonnie Finneran. $15. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E Broad St, Columbus. 614-715-8000. FPConservatory.org.
wednesday Mommy and Baby Yoga – 10-10:45am. Enjoy the community of other new mothers while having fun with your baby. $40/series pass, $12/drop-in. Nurture Yoga, 6017 Post Rd, Dublin. 614-9750353. Nurture-Yoga.com.
Yingjie Taichi – 5-6pm. This tai chi style blends various martial arts into a philosophy designed to develop strength, relaxation, and self-defense. Positive energy for stress relief. Grey Budha Community, 400 West Rich St, Columbus. 614975-7683. GreyBudha.Weebly.com. Nia Dance – 6:30-7:30pm. A low-impact dance class for all levels of activity that helps connect the mind and body. $10. Peak Brain Performance, 97 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington. 614-505-6519. JillFitness.Webs.com.
struggling with balance, have a fear of falling, or have suffered from a fall. Free. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. Lucy@ ShiftGrandview.com. ShiftGrandview.com. Kid’s Yoga – 4-5pm. A fun, safe and gentle way for children to be physically active and learn about body awareness, breath control and relaxation techniques that may help increase concentration. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.
Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 7-8pm. A mixed-level vinyasa flow class highlighting breathwork, physical postures, savasana and meditation. $15/drop-ins, $72/six-class pass. All Life Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 614-314-7253. AllLifeCenter.org
Gentle Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. Enjoy slow, meditative stretches that open and free the body while releasing and clearing the mind. For beginners and experienced. $60/six classes. Shift Classes at Elizabeth Blackwell Center, 3724-A Olentangy River Rd, Columbus. 614-566-5353. OhioHealth.com.
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No Excuses UA Bootcamp – 5:30am. Start the day with a dynamic warm up, and then combine cardio and strength training. All fitness levels welcome. $10. Barrington Elementary School, 1780 Barrington Rd, Upper Arlington. 614-886-5673. NoExcusesUA.com.
Core Play – 12:15-1pm. Explore gravity, stability balls, BOSUs, and foam rollers for better adaptability and resiliency of core functioning. Drop-ins welcome. $20. All Life Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 614-314-7253. AllLifeCenter.org.
iRest Yoga Nidra – 8:45-9:15am. This ancient transformative practice of deep relaxation and meditative inquiry releases negative emotions and thought patterns, calms the nervous system, and develops an inner sanctuary of well-being. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. Tai Chi for Balance – 10-11am. Tai Chi for Balance classes are for people who are really
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saturday Sekoia – 8:30-9:45am. Sekoia’s holistic approach blends smooth vinyasa flows with music, essential oils, meditation, restorative poses and reiki. Designed to activate Prana, restore balance, and awaken a deeper connection. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com. Guided Meditation – 10-11am. Perfect class for beginners. Relax the mind and be guided and learn to meditate to overcome stress, anxiety, and gain clarity. Drop-ins welcome. $10. Om2Ohm Meditation & Wellness Center, Powell. 614-7870584. Om2Ohm.com. Hot Fusion – 2:15-3:30pm. Fusion is a blend of alignment-based, energetically charged static poses with gliding vinyasa flows and creative blends of poses, music, and yogic inspiration. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.
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Melanie Campbell, L.Ac 830 E Johnstown Rd, Ste C, Gahanna 614-584-7989 MKC@FineBalanceAcupuncture.com FineBalanceAcupuncture.com Our practice is based on the most essential belief in Traditional Chinese Medicine: balance. Whether you are experiencing a chronic or acute problem, restoring balance is the key to your well-being. Regardless of what might be ailing you (infertility, high stress, etc.), acupuncture is a natural and effective medical option that can not only treat an illness, but also assist in preventing it. Our goal is to help you regain that balance and restore harmony in the body, so that it can function at its optimal level. Let’s work together to find your balance!
ALLERGY TESTING COLUMBUS LASER ALLERGY Ginny Johnsen, RD, LD, CLT Beecher Wellness Center 428 Beecher Rd, Ste B, Gahanna 614-855-5533 GJRDWellness@aol.com BeecherWellness.com
BeecherWellness Center’s Laser Allergy Relief Program helps patients with the LZR7™ System, which works by targeting the problem at its source – the immune system. Since medications and shots only treat symptoms, their results are only temporary and require continual daily, weekly and monthly doses for several years. Our system differs by painlessly and effectively identifying allergens and re-educating the immune system to no longer react inappropriately to allergens.
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Erica Cornwell, Owner P.O. Box 957, Sunbury 614-264-0120 Erica@TheOilApothecary.com TheOilApothecary.com Get back to basics this holiday season with custom-blended skin and body oils derived from nature. The Oil Apothecary is toxin-free, gluten-free, vegan & Ohio proud! Our hand-crafted skin scrubs, salves, balms and tonics are made with doTERRA essential oils, and other all-natural ingredients, in Sunbury, Ohio, by founder Erica Cornwell, a Licensed Esthetician.
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Deb Wellmes, MA, CCC/SLP, ND Beecher Wellness Center 428 Beecher Rd, Ste B, Gahanna 614-855-5533 BrainCoreOhio@gmail.com BrainCoreOhio.com BrainCore Therapy™ provides a unique, drug-free approach to treating Brainwave Dysregulation, a condition brought about by tension on the nervous system from a variety of factors. Brainwave Dysregulation may be associated with several neurological conditions such as ADD/ADHD, insomnia, panic attacks, autism, anxiety, memory loss, TBI, migraines and PTSD.
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Lisa Witherow, MS, Owner, Brain Performance Technologist David Disheroon, Brain Performance Technologist 97 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington 614-505-6519 Info@Peak-Brain-Performance.com Peak-Brain-Performance.com
Brain health is critical to the overall wellness and regulation of all systems in the body. We offer health-promoting solutions to improve your quality of life, addressing stress and the chronic symptoms of ADD, anxiety, depression and sleep issues. Call to learn more about our individualized plans. See ad, page 19.
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I am a Professional Clinical Counselor, licensed by the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist Board. I am also a Registered Art Therapist and Certified Trauma Therapist. The one thing that I have found to be true for many people, if not all, is the need for relationship, connection and purpose. I work from a cognitive-behavioral therapy perspective to find balance in your life, by exploring how your thoughts, behaviors, and parts of self affect your relationships and your emotions.
DIGESTIVE HEALTH ALTERNATIVE HEALTH OASIS
Kate Dixon, Loomis Digestive Specialist, CNHP, Certified Colon Hydrotherapist Dr. Michael H. Fritz, Chiropractor, Certified Applied Kinesiologist, Certified Microscopist, Naturopathic Doctor 10223 Sawmill Pkwy, Powell 614-717-9144 Info@AlternativeHealthOasis.com AlternativeHealthOasis.com Each year statistics show that more Americas complain of digestive pain. These discomforts are commonly attributed to symptoms such as: stomachache, allergies, skin problems, depression, anxiety, immune dysfunctions and diarrhea. They may also be related to chronic pain, bloating and cramps. We believe diet and digestion play a major role in the prevention and reversal of chronic degenerative disease. We objectively test and compare against our extensive patient history survey to determine which specific enzymes and nutrients are missing from the client, and then help bring the body back into balance.
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THE GOING GREEN STORE Michael Bauer, Owner 909 River Rd, Granville 740-963-9644 TheGoingGreenStore.com
This old-time general store with a modern twist carries a range of health-conscious and planetfriendly goods; non-toxic body care and cleaning products, kitchen and garden tools that support a whole food diet, plus responsibly made gifts and gadgets. Dairy, eggs, and pasture-fed beef are all sourced from within 50 miles of Licking County. The store also stocks a full assortment of green service-ware (compostable plates, napkins, cups, flatware, containers) for restaurant take-out, general food service, and special events. See ad, page 11.
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We custom design and hand produce all our unique commercial and home décor pieces from naturally fallen timber, applying water or milk-based glues and a proprietary organic wood finish. Our furniture is heirloom quality and guaranteed for life. We also sell a handpicked selection of Ohio-made organic mattresses, to help reduce harmful chemical exposure in your home. See ad, page14.
Optimize your journey to wellness. Specializing in treatment plans for depression, mild cognitive impairment, adult ADHD, OCD, anxiety and other mood disorders. Integrative Psychiatry combines medical and holistic approaches to find and correct the underlying causes of disease, by first looking where problems tend to begin (in your gut, immune and endocrine systems) and then testing for your particular imbalances and deficiencies.
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Who is controlling your health care? Empower your-self to treat many health conditions with Nature’s medicine: Essential Oils. Choose doTERRA – the brand that is certified pure and potent. doTERRA is used by many hospitals, including locally at The OSU’s James Cancer Hospital and Wexner Medical Center. Visit our website for more information on how to attend a free workshop or schedule a private wellness consultation. See ad, page 30.
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE DR. BRYCE ARNDT, D.C. FIAMA 4874 Cemetery Rd, Hilliard 4810 W Broad St, Columbus 614-382-2710 DrArndt@Live.com
We find the source of symptoms by utilizing functional medicine, blood and hair analysis. We are then able to fix the problem, on a natural level, through addressing nutrition and supplementation. See ad, page 17.
Kelli Parrish, RN, BSN, Holistic Health Coach Based in Powell 419-305-2077 KelliParrish@Pathways2Prevention.com Pathways2Prevention.com Pathways 2 Prevention provides you with the tools and information you need to create optimal health. We give an individualized, simple and natural approach to healthy nutrition and lifestyle changes. Pathways offers personalized one-on-one health coaching, face-to-face or via teleconference, in addition to group programs, grocery store tours, and workshops. See ad, page 15.
HYPNOTHERAPY INTEGRATIVE HYPNOTHERAPY
TD Hickerson, Hypnotherapist 77 E Wilson Bridge Rd #200, Worthington 614-304-1061 Info@Integrative-Hypnotherapy.com Integrative-Hypnotherapy.com What is the one “thing” that keeps you from being a better, happier, more relaxed version of yourself? That is what we work on. When people have tried everything else, they try hypnosis, and it works. Skip to the solution and see for yourself. Schedule your free phone consultation today at Integrative-Hypnotherapy. com/schedule. p.s. Is your “thing” on the list? Go to tinyurl.com/155ways and find out. See ad, page 15.
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INTUITIVE COUNSELING OASIS OF THE HEART
Tabby Sapene, MSW, LISW-S 3962 N Hampton Dr, Powell 614-273-5698 OasisOfTheHeart.com At Oasis of the Heart, we are dedicated to addressing our clients’ needs based on a holistic approach, integrating all aspects of their experience. We see the events that one experiences in life as opportunities to grow mentally, physically and spiritually. We help create a more balanced life by enabling one to have a more expanded awareness of themselves and of all that is around them. We provide Intuitive Counseling, Reiki, Guided Meditation/Imagery, Crystal Therapy, and offer a selection of Reikiinfused crystal jewelry and organic skin care products.
MEDITATION OM2OHM WELLNESS STUDIO
Sheri Mollica-Rathburn, Owner, C.MI 324 West Case St, Powell 614-787-0583 Sheri@Om2Ohm.com Om2Ohm.com Om2Ohm will change the way you think about stress management. We offer Peace Management for individuals and groups, teaching management of daily peace as opposed to stress. Through Certified Meditation Instruction, Sound Healing, Chromotherapy, Mindfulness based guidance, Energy and Body Work we will transform and empower you. Allow yourself time for peace in our beautiful Om2Ohm wellness center, leave your worries at the door and enter into your “Om away from home”. See ad, page 26.
NATURAL DENTISTRY DENTAL ALTERNATIVES
Dr. Richard DeLano, DDS, MS 150 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Suite 150, Worthington 614-888-0377 DentalAlternatives.net Dental Alternatives is the dental office of Richard M. DeLano III, DDS, MS. Dr. DeLano practices general dentistry with a holistic approach. He takes time with his patients to explain the choices they have concerning their oral health. Dental Alternatives is a mercury-safe and fluoride-free dental practice. Visit our website to learn more. See ad, page 39.
NATURAL FOODS BEXLEY NATURAL MARKET
508 N Cassady Ave, Bexley 614-252-3951 BexleyNaturalMarket@yahoo.com BexleyNaturalMarket.org The Bexley Natural Market is a not-for-profit cooperative grocery store dedicated to providing food of the highest possible nutritional quality to our members and community. We provide many local and organic products, bulk foods, organic herbs and spices, as well as a vast array of vitamins and supplements to support the health of our customers. We like to support local businesses and farmers by being a space in which their products are available. See ad, page 15.
CARTS HEALTHIER VENDING
Chad Tannehill, Owner 800-567-9702 Chad@CartsHealthierVending.com CartsHealthierVending.com Carts Healthier Vending provides nutritious vending options to businesses/schools/ facilities in central and north central Ohio. We help you promote a more natural lifestyle by offering healthier snacks and drinks to your customers and employees, with no additional cost to your location. See ad, page 41.
IT’S ALL NATURAL!
1360 Cherry Bottom Rd, Gahanna 614-476-6159 ItsAll-Natural.com It’s All Natural! is a prominent source of vegetarian and vegan products, offering organic, ecoconscious and down-to-earth items. Our mission is to promote a benevolent, eco-friendly and vegan lifestyle. We strive to be fertile ground where seeds of love can be planted to grow in health and harmony. See ad, page 31.
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Raisin Rack offers a complete variety of organic groceries, including gluten-free foods, vegan/vegetarian products, and dairy-free items. Bulk grains, herbs, nuts and seeds accompany organically-grown fruits and vegetables, as well as a complete selection of vitamins, minerals, herbals and other nutrients from leading national brands. See ad, page 7.
NATUROPATHY PHOENIX WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Trudy Pieper, ND 10 S Main St, Johnstown 740-616-9949 PhoenixWellness4U.com
Cindy Dunigan, Realtor 3500 N High St, Columbus 614-361-8400 Cindy.Dunigan@e-Merge.com CindyDunigan.com
There are only a handful of Realtors in the Central Ohio area that carry the National Association of Realtors GREEN designation, and Cindy Dunigan is one of them. She has taken the initiative to encourage the industry to produce more sustainable homes, and helps communities to reduce their consumption by implementing sustainable practices. Cindy is devoted to reducing her own footprint on the environment, and lives by her motto: “We can make a significant impact on the world around us one person at a time.”
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Trudy Pieper, ND, is board certified by the American Naturopathic Medical Certification and Accreditation Board, the oldest and largest professional naturopathic medical association in America. Dr. Pieper is a traditional naturopath and believes in personalized care based on your health concerns. The main goal of naturopathy is to do no harm, and we achieve this through providing herbal, natural folk, homeopathic and lifestyle recommendations for better health.
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AHH REFLEXOLOGY CENTER
Debbie Hitt, Owner, NBCR, RMT, APP 2525 Tiller Ln, Columbus 614-565-1047 AhhReflexCenter@aol.com AhhReflexologyCenter.com Reflexology is a noninvasive, profound modality that supports the physical, emotional, and spiritual components of the body to facilitate a state of balance. Debbie Hitt is a board certified reflexologist, Karuna™ and Usui Reiki Master and Teacher, Associate Polarity Practitioner, and educator. She will work closely with you to determine your goals, and then use a combination of techniques to tailor each healing session to help support you on your wellness journey.
GEORGE O. SCHULZ, PH.D. 4230 Tuller Rd, Ste 201, Dublin 614-766-0379 EMAPDrSchulz.com
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Dr. Schulz is a licensed psychologist who specializes in a gentle, integrative approach that provides: relaxation, release from post-traumatic stress, and relief from depression, anxiety or panic attacks. He provides skills training for both healthy conflict resolution and building healthy interpersonal relationships at home and work. He is grounded by an inclusive, faith-based Christian perspective that involves grace, forgiveness and a loving Creator, instead of fear or judgment.
Linda Haley, RMT Director 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus 614-486-8323 TheReikiCenter.net The Reiki Center is a comprehensive natural wellness center which understands the relationship between your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs. Practitioners work closely with you to bring each aspect of your life into greater harmony. See ad, page 22.
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Kim is a certified Reiki Master Teacher and a certified quantum energy practitioner of ThetaHealing®, Garcia I n n e rg e t i c s ™ a n d Av e s a Quantum Healing™. Private healing sessions provide a unique and custom approach to well-being using both disciplines. Reiki is used for deep relaxation and to release stress and negative emotions. Quantum healing delves into the past to locate the triggers for the reoccurring issues preventing you from living the life you deserve.
Committed to helping men and women enjoy the luxuries of the modern beauty industry without harming animals, the environment or our health. We are dedicated to working in an organized, stress-free environment while enjoying a holistic lifestyle within true community. See ad, page 37.
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Kelly Walton, Owner 679 G. High St, Worthington 614-745-9250 Kelly@BalanceBeautySpa.com BalanceBeautySpa.com Balance Beauty Spa is a relaxing loft-style spa where licensed esthetician and manicurist, Kelly, is dedicated to bringing you the healthiest choices when it comes to your beauty, using all-natural and organic products. Please visit her website for complete product and treatment information. See ad, page 27.
THE NATURAL NAIL SPA 8487 Sancus Blvd, Columbus 614-985-3205 Info@TheNaturalNailSpa.com TheNaturalNailSpa.com
Incorporating the most natural products and processes for manicure, pedicure and waxing, while maintaining the highest level of cleanliness and sterilization available. See ad, page 30.
LOVE YOURSELF AND EARTH SALON AND DAY SPA Michelle Wilson Rivers, Owner 1189 River Rd, Granville 740-920-4317 • MW_Rivers@yahoo.com LoveYourselfAndEarthSalon.com
VETERINARY Dr. James Carlson 454 Lazelle Rd, Columbus 614-888-2100 LPWC@LifetimePetWellness.com LifetimePetWellness.com
Lifetime Pet Wellness Center is a full service veterinary hospital that practices both conventional and alternative medicine. We are not just a veterinary hospital, we are a facility that CARES. Lifetime Pet Wellness is a wonderful place to be, and you can feel it when you walk through our doors. See ad, page 37.
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Join us at our new serene location, just behind River Road Coffeehouse. Select from over 20 weekly classes, offered early morning, mid morning, late afternoon, in the evening and over the weekend. In addition, we offer special workshops each month. Visit us on Sundays at 4pm for Beginner Yoga, and be sure to check out our Om Lean program, focusing on living a conscious lifestyle for your best health. Class styles include Vinyasa, Hatha, Gentle, as well as a focus on meditation and breath-centric practices. Please visit our website for a full schedule and to sign up for a class.
YOGA IN THE SPRINGS RETREATS Melissa Herzog, CYT, Retreat Facilitator 614-946-8281 YogaInTheSprings@gmail.com YogaInTheSprings.com
Yoga & Wellness Retreats in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Choose from 2 locations, The Glen House Inn or Grinnell Mill B&B. Offering organized quarterly retreats as well as private, personalized group retreats.
WELLNESS CENTER WORTHINGTON OPTIMAL WELLNESS
Dr. Julia Keiser 6180 Linworth Rd, Worthington 614-848-5211 Keiser@WorthingtonOptimalWellness.com WorthingtonOptimalWellness.com Worthington Optimal We l l n e s s h a s b e e n helping people reach their optimal health for over 25 years through; Master Level Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Expert Massage, Natural Weight Loss. Nutritional Cleansing, Allergy Cessation and other holistic treatments. Visit central Ohio’s most experienced and comprehensive wellness center at Worthington OptimalWellness.com. See ad, page 9.
Through continuous research, we find and incorporate products and systems that are safe for all of us personally, as well as our global environment. For hair, we use an organic color system, plus products that are cruelty-free, vegan and contain no ammonia or formaldehyde. For nails, we offer a system that uses LED light instead of UV light for application, and an organic polish remover. For facials and massage, we use skin care products formulated with fruit stem cells. We offer a truly organic and uplifting experience! See ad, page 19.
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animal rights
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DECEMBER
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