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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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Restorative Yoga Poses Foster Healing by Meredith Montgomery

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his month’s issue focuses on the healing aspects of music and movement, which have the ability to lighten our spirits, infuse us with positive vibrations and calm our minds. Our feature article, “Music as Medicine: Music Soothers, Energizes and Heals Us,” by Kathleen Barnes, offers helpful perspective on the role of music in our lives. It brought to mind my favorite movie, The Sound of Music. Filled with joy and hope shared during a difficult time in human history, the beautiful lyrics and melodies are integral to the unfolding of the story that speaks to so many. As longtime fans of the movie, Kim and I were excited to visit Salzburg, Austria, last summer. We immersed ourselves in everything “Sound of Music”, including two tours, one by bus and another by bike. We watched the video every day at the hotel and sang all of the joyful songs, so good for the heart and soul. Yet, I hadn’t given much thought to the title song that opens the film until I read this month’s feature. The healing and restorative aspects of music and nature are clearly revealed in the famous Rodgers and Hammerstein lyrics: The hills are alive with the sound of music With songs they have sung for a thousand years The hills fill my heart with the sound of music My heart wants to sing every song it hears My heart wants to beat like the wings of the birds that rise from the lake to the trees My heart wants to sigh like a chime that flies from a church on a breeze To laugh like a brook when it trips and falls over stones on its way To sing through the night like a lark who is learning to pray I go to the hills when my heart is lonely I know I will hear what I’ve heard before My heart will be blessed with the sound of music And I’ll sing once more Kim and I are also fans and longtime practitioners of yoga, recognizing the many health benefits it offers. Yoga movement, which has many styles, can strengthen, calm, restore and balance us. It has grown in reach over the years, securing its place in the mainstream with classes around the city in studios, hospitals and even the Colts’ training regimen. Some classes now offer specific health-related applications, including restorative yoga, as Meredith Montgomery explains in “Relax and Unwind.” We invite you to learn even more and meet local yogis in Kelly Hume’s article, “Yoga: Ancient Practice, Timeless Healing.” May you enjoy music and movement all month and beyond,

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I Annual TURN Festival Transforming Urban Neighborhoods

he TURN Festival, presented by the Paramount School of Excellence and Community Health Network, will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on October 1 at the Paramount School Farm on the Near East side. TURN is an annual celebration for transforming urban neighborhoods. The festival highlights Paramount School of Excellence’s educational progress in urban farming, ecology, green initiatives and community outreach. This day-long event focuses on urban sustainability and healthier lifestyle practices with 50-plus hands-on demonstrations, exhibits, information booths, interactive activities for children, music and food. Topics for the festival include food, farming, health and the environment. Sessions will be available on urban homesteading, food preservation and healthy cooking. The festival’s keynote speaker set for 10 a.m., is Chris Baggott of Tyner Pond Farm. All proceeds from this event will benefit Paramount’s urban farm, environmental education and summer S.T.E.A.M. (Success Through Education Agriculture and Mentoring) programs. Admission: Free. Location: 3020 Nowland Ave., Indianapolis. For more information, call 317-7756660 or visit TURNFestival.com. See ad on page 31.

nner Enlightenment Therapies has added mental health therapy with traditional psychotherapy to their menu of holistic energy therapy options. This blend of traditional talk therapy with holistic methods creates an integrative approach for unlocking and releasing non-beneficial emotions. “Healing comes from the inside out,” says owner Cara Olson. “Our non-beneficial emotions, like grief, sadness, fear and depression, can get frozen or stuck on a cellular level. If we’re not able to express those emotions or work through them, this can create physical stress or discomfort.” This new talk therapy is being added to their current energy therapies, making a variety of traditional and holistic healing modaliCara Olson ties available for working through trauma and anxiety, at work, by phone or through Skype. “Clients can expect to feel a sense of peace and relief from the emotional charge around the issue,” says Olson. Energy therapies already offered include the Neuromodulation Technique (NMT), Gestalt Therapy CBT, Energy Psychology (with EFT tapping), regression and trauma work, Advanced Integrative Therapy, Raymon Grace Methods and Awakening Dynamics. “Trauma is relative. What is traumatic to one person may not be so to another, and by offering different healing techniques, we can create a customized approach for what each specific body needs,” adds Olson. Location: 8252 Cloverdale Way, Indianapolis. For more information, call 317777-1678, email Cara@InnerEnlightenmentTherapies.com or visit IndyHolistic Hub.com’s holistic business directory.

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acred Roots Midwifery and Birth Center plans to open on September 1 at 6620 Parkdale Place, Suite K, in Indianapolis (licensure pending). This is Central Indiana’s only free-standing birth center and provides exceptional care to women and families fostering optimal health, wellness and empowered birth. Birth centers embody a home-like environment and provide family-centered care for women before, during and after childbirth. Sacred Roots believes that pregnancy is a normal and natural process as opposed to a medical condition, and women who receive no or minimal intervention-based care will have the best outcomes during pregnancy and birth. Women are empowered to take a leading role in making informed decisions about their healthcare needs. In doing so, women have the capacity to positively impact the total health and wellness of their family and surrounding community. The center is designed to benefit the entire community, offering full-scope nurse-midwifery, a family nurse practitioner and well-women care. A variety of holistic services and treatments will be offered to provide well-rounded, comprehensive and personalized healthcare to women and families of all backgrounds. Integrative modalities include chiropractic care, acupuncture, mental health counseling, dietician services, and even a gallery for local artists. The center also plans to host wellness retreats and classes on early pregnancy, childbirth and parenting education, breastfeeding, and cloth diapering. Sacred Roots Birth Center is now accepting clients for prenatal care with an estimated date of birth on or after October 21. For more information, call 317-437-3681 or visit Sacred RootsMidwifery.com.

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esearch from Poland’s Department of Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, in Lodz, has determined that a pulsed-frequency electrotherapy treatment can significantly improve the functional abilities of multiple sclerosis patients. The researchers tested 20 multiple sclerosis patients randomly divided into two groups. For 60 minutes, one group was given the frequency therapy and the other underwent exercise therapy. The frequency therapy group showed improvement in nine of 10 different evaluation tests of each patient. The patented High Tone Frequency technique was developed by Dr. Hans-Ulrich May, a professor of medical engineering from Germany’s University of Karlsruhe.

Breast Milk Supports Preemies’ Developing Brains

study from the Washington University School of Medicine, in St. Louis, Missouri, has found that premature babies that receive at least 50 percent of their diet from breast milk in their first month have significantly better brain development than babies that consume less breast milk. The researchers tested 77 infants born an average of 14 weeks before their full nine-month term—referred to as preterm or preemie. The brain scans of the infants were compared with how much breast milk they received while in the natal intensive care unit. Mother’s breast milk was not distinguished from breast milk provided by others. Senior researcher, physician and child psychiatry professor Cynthia Rogers explains, “With MRI scans, we found that babies fed more breast milk had larger brain volumes. This is important because several other studies have shown a correlation between brain volume and cognitive development.” Preterm birth has been linked with neurological and psychiatric problems later in life, and the researchers plan to continue to study the children. “We want to see whether this difference in brain size has an effect on any of these developmental milestones,” says Rogers.

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study of Serbian soccer players has found that astaxanthin can significantly decrease inflammation and improve the rate of muscle recovery. Astaxanthin supplements are derived from golden microalgae such as Haematococcus pluvialis. Conducted by researchers from the University of Belgrade School of Medicine, the double-blind study tested 40 young athletes for 90 days. The players were recruited from a Serbian soccer club and split into two groups. Half were given four milligrams of astaxanthin per day, while the control group received a placebo. After three months of astaxanthin supplementation, the researchers found that muscle enzymes had decreased, indicating the rate of players’ muscle recovery had improved. They also found decreased neutrophils and C-reactive protein (CRP), both markers for inflammation, signifying a corresponding reduction. In addition, the group taking astaxanthin showed significantly higher levels of secretory immunoglobulin A (sIgA), an immunity defense system in the mucosal membranes of the mouth, digestive system, lungs and other regions. Increases indicated a rise in first-defense immunity among these athletes. This same group also showed significantly lower oxidative stress levels, contributing to an improvement in exercise recovery.

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In 2010, chronic disease accounted for 86 percent of all healthcare spending; four years later, the cost of treating heart disease alone totaled $315.4 billion, including medication and hospital care. At the Goldring Center for Culinary Medicine at Tulane University, medical students are learning cooking skills to better advise patients on regaining and maintaining their health through nutrition. By getting them to approach healthful food preparation with ease and awareness, this next generation of doctors is striving to provide building blocks for long-term health management. “When we see healthier eating, we see more disease prevention and fewer hospital stays, which means less money spent on health care,” says Chef Leah Sarrris, program director. Since 2012, 20 medical schools have adopted Tulane’s program, including the University of California-Los Angeles Clinical and Translational Science Institute, University of Illinois-Chicago and University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, in a partnership with the Kendall College School of Culinary Arts. Students complete eight classes of three hours each, and fourth-year students can choose from seminars that focus on different clinical interests, including nutritional support for those coping with celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, food allergies, diabetes or pregnancy. Students also teach free public cooking classes. This integrative understanding of health care may change the way the medical system operates. Source: Yes magazine

Lockheed Martin scientists have made a breakthrough in developing a nuclear-fusion-based power source, and estimates that the first commercial reactors, small enough to fit on the back of a truck, could be available within 10 years. “We can make a big difference on the energy front,” says project head Tom McGuire. The company has been working for 60 years to find a way to make a power source based on nuclear fusion as a safer and more efficient alternative to the fission reactors in use since the Cold War era. Nuclear power plants produce dangerous radiation as a byproduct and leave behind toxic nuclear waste that can endure for centuries. By contrast, fusion, which powers the stars, occurs when small, light atoms such as hydrogen smash together to form heavier atoms, releasing enormous amounts of energy. To date, scientists have been unable to initiate fusion reactions on Earth without using more energy than the reaction produces. Preliminary work suggests that it will be feasible to build a 100 megawatt reactor 10 times smaller than traditional fission reactors. That’s enough power to light up a city of 80,000 homes. Lockheed Martin is now seeking government and industry partners to build a prototype. Source: Reuters

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Educators at Charleston County schools, in South Carolina, know that more movement and exercise makes kids better learners, even as the amount of time devoted to physical education (PE) and recess has been declining sharply in the U.S. “If you ask anyone in education if they prefer PE or class instruction, they say instruction every time,” says David Spurlock, coordinator of health, wellness and physical education for the Charleston County school district. “Yet, what we’re trying to show is that more movement equals better grades, behavior and bodies.” Charles Pinckney Elementary School, in Charleston, employs Active Brains, a program that uses 15 stations through which students rotate during the class. Each station has a unique exercise component such as a mini-basketball hoop or an exercise bike, and is focused on a different academic task such as spelling or math flashcards. This is the first classroom in the U.S. equipped with only kinesthetic desks. The program has been in operation for three years and has a waiting list of students excited to try the new approach.

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The Corn Refiners Association (CRA) has resorted to creating a new label for high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) by calling it “fructose syrup” or just “fructose” because numerous scientific studies have linked it to obesity, Type 2 diabetes and autism. HFCS is a highly processed chemical sweetener used in many processed foods, including breads, cookies, candy, condiments and soft drinks. It extends the shelf life of products and is often cheaper than sugar, the primary reasons manufacturers use it. Standard HFCS contains from 42 to 55 percent fructose. The new term is being used when foods contain HFCS-90, which has “just” 90 percent fructose. Identifying HFCS-90 as an ingredient bizarrely gives food makers a green light to use statements such as “Contains no high-fructose corn syrup” or “No HFCS” on the product label, thus misleading buyers. Bart Hoebel, a psychology professor at Princeton University, reports, “When rats are drinking high-fructose corn syrup at levels well below those in soda pop, they’re becoming obese; every single one, across the board. Even when rats are fed a high-fat diet, you don’t see this; they don’t all gain extra weight.” Source: NaturalNews.com

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Y O G A Ancient Practice, Timeless Healing by Kelly Hume

he ancient practice of yoga originated in the East nearly 5,000 years ago. Yoga translates into to yoke, or to become one with. This is the space where body, mind and spirit merge. The healing gifts of yoga are realized as one integrates and harmonizes all aspects of one’s self. Today, yoga has gained increased popularity in the U.S. It’s commonly practiced as a physical exercise, but there are other valuable components that must be practiced to truly experience the depth and scope of yogic healing. Asana, body postures, combined with pranayama, breath work and simple meditations are at the core of a well-rounded yoga practice. The effects of pranayama and meditation immensely benefit the mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of human beings. Yoga’s tradition is comprised of many variations and interpretations, each with its own unique style, but at the core is the intention of evoking total well-being, relaxation and peace of mind.

Restorative yoga is one such variation and emphasizes the importance of mindful rest and relaxation. A class may utilize postures such as twists, backbends and seated forward folds. Focusing on using gentle postures typically held for longer intervals, it seeks to align the breath and body in stillness, providing balance and equanimity in body and mind. The body benefits greatly from holding postures for an extended period of time because it can fully unwind and release deeper, subtler layers of tension. When in a restful state, the body’s innate healing wisdom can be unearthed and circulated throughout the system to enhance total health and well-being. Alana Bruggner, yoga instructor at Evo Rock Climbing Gym and The HUB, utilizes restorative techniques in her classes and offers props like bolsters and blocks for students to use for enhanced support and relaxation. She teaches that what is practiced on the mat can be transferred into daily life. Bruggner says, “The importance of

taking time to slow down and breathe is undervalued in our go-go-go society. The more often we allow our bodies to enter this slower pace, the more balanced and centered we feel during those fast-paced moments.” Yoga benefits everyone regardless of age, level of flexibility or endurance level. “Yoga is a healing art, so anyone can practice yoga anywhere and everywhere. By allowing ourselves time to restore in our yoga practice, we automatically reconnect back to the best versions of ourselves physically, mentally, and spiritually.” Colleen Donahoe, yoga instructor trained in the Sivananda tradition and co-founder of Wild Persimmon School of Wellness, incorporates Swami Visnudevananda’s five points of yoga into her classes offered at her school, and at Garfield Park’s Sunken Garden Mondays at 5:30 p.m. They are proper exercise, proper breathing, proper relaxation, proper diet and positive thinking (Vedanta) and meditation (Dhyana).

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Donahoe says, “Prior to finding yoga I would periodically feel overwhelmed, sad, restless, and generally dissatisfied with my life for no apparent reason. The study and practice of yoga has helped me understand the nature of the mind and provided tools to harness this power in a positive and productive way. These ancient insights into proper breathing, relaxation and meditation have made it much easier for me to recognize and manage my symptoms of depression and anxiety.” Megan Ziemer, an instructor at Body Mind & Core, Cityoga School of Yoga and Health and Breathing Space Yoga studios, has also transformed her personal health using yoga. Ziemer used yoga as a way to cope with disease. “By the time I was 20, I had 3.5 ft. of intestines, three-quarters of my colon, appendix and rectum removed from complications of Crohn’s disease. Since I was 8, I felt like a prisoner in my own body and mind until yoga. I just took my anger and buried it in my body. Yoga frees and heals me every day.” She now dedicates herself to guiding and inspiring people on their own journeys towards wholeness. Ziemer says, “The physical yoga practice opens up parts of the body that have been closed off from stress, trauma and emotional pain. It heals the body by learning how to change thought patterns and habits with the power of one’s breath and meditation. You sit with your emotions and thoughts, realizing they are just fleeting, literally rewiring your entire brain. I honestly feel like I owe my life to the practice of yoga.” Angelique Codarmaz practices Thai massage and leads restorative yoga classes Friday mornings at Blooming Life Yoga Studio & School. Codarmaz says, “I first came to yoga as a way to recover from chronic pain. As I built my personal practice over the last 22 years, I’ve realized I am called to share my experience to help others. The strength and fluidity I’ve found on my yoga mat isn’t just in my body; they have permeated my attitude and propelled my wish to bring these grace-filled, transformative practices to others. The slow and revitalizing nature of restorative yoga and Thai massage center our attention solely within our bodies. We connect to sensations that inform our brain of areas that need attention and healing. We then allow our breath time to create a pathway to connect our mind with our body in our spirit.” Alana Bruggner, NapTownFlo@gmail.com, EvoRockIndy. Wordpress.com. Evo Rock Indy, 1931 Stout Field W. Dr., Indianapolis. TheHubIndy.com, 620 S. Rangeline Rd., Carmel. Megan Ziemer, MeganZiemer23@gmail.com, APracticeIn SelfLove.Tumblr.com. BodyMindAndCore.com, 1344 S. Rangeline Rd., Carmel. CitYoga.biz, 2422 Central Ave., Indianapolis. BreathingSpace.Yoga, 5026 E. 62nd St., Indianapolis. Colleen Donahoe, WildPersimmonWellness@gmail.com, WildPersimmonWellness.Wordpress.com. Wild Persimmon School of Wellness, 6215 E. Raymond St., Indianapolis.

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s primeval drumbeats echo across an African savannah, the rhythms circle the globe, picked up by the chants and rattles of shamans gracing Amazonian jungles and Siberian tundra. They’re repeated in Gregorian chants filling medieval cathedrals and “om” meditations sounding in Himalayan caves and yoga classes everywhere. They gently echo in the repeated tones of mothers’ lullabies, happy hummings as we go about our day and the melodies of Mozart. Music is the soundtrack of our lives, whether we’re aware of it or not. It exists within, uniting and guiding us, and has helped heal body and spirit since the dawn of humanity. National Aeronautics and Space Administration scientists recently discovered that the universe itself has a song.

Pioneering Practitioners

From the soothing tones of a harp to the jarring screeches of a construction site, the stress-reducing or stress-producing properties of sound are familiar to us all. “Stress is an underlying cause of the vast majority of all illnesses, and sound and music are effective in relieving stress and bringing stillness,” says Jonathan Goldman, an internationally recognized pioneer in harmonics and sound healing and director of the Sound Healers Association in Boulder, Colorado.

Through researching his many books, including The 7 Secrets of Sound Healing, Goldman is convinced of the profound effect sound has on the human organism. “The simple chanting of the sound ‘om,’ or ‘aum,’ in addition to instilling calmness and relaxation, causes the release of melatonin and nitric oxide. It relaxes blood vessels, releases soothing endorphins, reduces the heart rate and slows breathing,” he explains. “Sound can change our immune function,” wrote the late Dr. Mitchell Gaynor, former director of medical oncology at New York’s Weill-Cornell Medical College for Complementary and Integrative Medicine in his book The Healing Power of Sound. “After either chanting or listening to certain forms of music, your Interleukin-1 level, an index of your immune system, goes up between 12-and-a-half and 15 percent. Further, about 20 minutes after listening to meditative-type music, the immunoglobulin levels in the blood are significantly increased. Even the heart rate and blood pressure are lowered. There’s no part of your body not affected. Its effects even show up on a cellular and sub-cellular level.”

Practical Applications

Consider some of music’s scientifically validated health benefits: Stress: Singing, whether carrying a tune or not, is a powerful way

to combat stress, according to many studies. A recent joint study by German and British researchers published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience confirms that simply listening to soothing music results in significantly lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. The more intense the experience is in singing or playing an instrument, the greater the stress reduction. A collaborative study by several Swedish universities showed that group singing caused participants’ heart rates to synchronize, producing relaxation effects similar to that achieved through group meditation. Cancer: Gaynor used music to treat even advanced cancer patients for decades, considering it a “disease of disharmony.” He advocated re-harmonizing the body with sound vibrations that affect virtually every cell, especially enhancing immune function and potentially preventing cancer from spreading. Gaynor primarily used crystal bowls to produce deep relaxation and harmonize dysrhythmic cells in patients, but also confirmed the healing effects of certain vibratory tones of drumming and Tibetan metal gongs. Several studies confirm that listening to any kind of soothing music relieves anxiety in cancer patients; a large study from Philadelphia’s Drexel University confirms that it also relieves pain, lowers blood pressure, improves

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breathing and minimizes nausea associated with chemotherapy. Depression: Drumming can better counter depression than the prescription drug Prozac, according to a recent study by England’s Royal College of Music. Those that participated in a weekly drumming group experienced significantly reduced symptoms compared to a control group. Substance Abuse: University of California, Los Angeles, scientists found that drumming was especially helpful for a group of Native Americans struggling with such issues. Smartphone Addiction: Korean research found that music therapy is helpful in overcoming this condition. Immune Dysfunction: The same British study of drumming’s antidepressant effects saw similar improvement in immune function, plus an anti-inflammatory response that continued for at least three months after the study period. Neuroendocrine Disorders: Researchers at Pennsylvania’s Meadville Medical Center Mind-Body Wellness Group found that drumming effectively helped drummers (skilled and unskilled) suffering from neuroendocrine disorders such as pituitary tumors and intestinal issues caused by disconnections between the endocrine gland and nervous systems. They further confirmed that group drumming reduced stress chemicals such as

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In Nigeria, we say that rhythm is the soul of life, because the whole universe revolves around rhythm; when we get out of rhythm, that’s when we get into trouble. ~Babatunde Olatunji, drummer and social activist cortisol in the drummers. Muscle Tension Dysphonia: Even tuneless humming sounds like “umhum” can have a measurable therapeutic effect on individuals that have lost their voices due to overuse. Pain: When a group of British citizens suffering from chronic pain joined a choir, a Lancaster University study found they were better able to manage their condition for improved quality of life. Just listening to harp music for 20 minutes decreased anxiety, lowered blood pressure and relieved pain in a group of U.S. heart surgery patients with short-term pain participating in a University of Central Florida study in Orlando. Alzheimer’s Disease: In addition to reducing the agitation and anxiety frequently accompanying Alzheimer’s disease, researchers at Florida’s University of Miami School of Medicine found that a group of patients that participated in music therapy for four weeks experienced increased levels of the calming brain chemical melatonin.

How It Works

“Humming or singing causes longer exhalations than normal, helping to naturally eliminate toxins and acidity,” says Dr. Madan Kataria, of Mumbai, India, who has spawned 5,000 laughter clubs worldwide. “We started experimenting with the vowel sounds and humming sound. An early unpublished humming study I did in Denmark showed that people that hummed anything for

just 10 minutes were able to reduce their systolic blood pressure by 10 to 15 points, their diastolic by four to five points and their pulse rate by 10 beats per minute.” Kataria found that people with breathing problems like asthma and emphysema experienced especially positive effects because it strengthened belly muscles used in breathing. Kataria is also a fan of kirtan— Hindu devotional call-and-response chants often accompanied by ecstatic dancing. “Kirtan takes away self-consciousness or nervousness and anxiety,” he says. Dr. Eben Alexander, who recorded his near-death experience in Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon’s Journey into the Afterlife, says the “indescribable” cosmic music he experienced has helped him come to understand the effects of specific sound frequencies on the brain. He now provides audio tools to help bring the brain to a higher state and help it match that higher and more conscious state. In his medical practice in Charlottesville, Virginia, he often employs music from a patient’s past to help them emerge from a brain injury or coma and even “reconnect pathways in a damaged brain.” Alexander explains that binaural beats and other sound effects combine to create “brain entrainment” and also in theory, “monotonize” it to free awareness and access realms other than the physical. “It’s magical what the right type of music can do to the brain stem to free up our consciousness,” he observes.

Nature’s Healing Sounds The calming sounds of rushing water and gentle breezes are well known; science is now confirming the therapeutic effects of singing birds. Belgian researchers confirmed that bird song helps drown out the stressful effects of traffic noise, and Korean scientists found it makes people feel less crowded. A study published in the American Journal of Physiology showed that it can even help regulate participants’ circadian rhythms, contributing to restful sleep and overall wellness.

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Experts agree that people without musical talent are able to experience the same benefits as virtuosos, based on their degree of engagement with music. Anyone can hum, and most research confirms that benefits are enhanced in creating music rather than merely listening to it. Group singing has become increasingly popular, especially following the hit TV show Glee. Time magazine reported in 2013 that 32.5 million American adults sang in choirs, up about 30 percent from a decade earlier. The choice of musical genre matters. Recent data from Montreal’s McGill University shows that types of music tend to have specific effects; for example, blues slows heart rate and calms an anxious person, rock and punk can boost energy, and reggae can help control anger.

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The spiritual aspects of virtually all types of music cannot be underestimated, says Michael Hove, Ph.D., a cognitive neuroscientist affiliated with Harvard Medical School and Fitchburg State University, in Massachusetts. His research has primarily focused on drumming to induce altered states of consciousness that shamans from diverse cultures use to bring about physical and emotional healing. What Hove calls a “boring and super-predictable” drumbeat of 240 beats a minute induced a deep trance state within minutes in most subjects, and brain scans confirmed that it enabled them to focus intensely and block out distracting sounds within eight minutes. This aligns with Alexander’s view that, “The sound of music is absolutely crucial in launching us into transcendental awareness. For the true, deep seeker, sound and vibration and the memory of music can serve as a powerful engine to help direct us in the spiritual realms.” Kathleen Barnes has authored numerous natural health books, including her latest, Our Toxic World: A Survivor’s Guide. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

Restorative poses are necessary to help restore us physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. ~Leeann Carey

n classical yoga, teachers often sequence instruction toward reaching a pinnacle pose such as an inversion or arm balance. In restorative yoga, the peak pose is savasana—in which the practitioner fully relaxes while resting flat on their back. Leeann Carey, author of Restorative Yoga Therapy: The Yapana Way to Self-Care and Well-Being, explains, “This passive asana practice turns down the branch of the nervous system that keeps us in fightor-flight mode and turns up the system allowing us to rest and digest. It feels like a massage for the nervous system and encourages self-inquiry, reflection and change, rather than perfection.” The physical, mental and spiritual benefits are similar to those of active yoga, but because poses are held longer and supported by props such as bolsters, blankets, belts and blocks, “There’s no stress on the tissue and joints. Each pose gifts us with

longer-lasting benefits, including more time for the mind to unwind,” advises Carey. “Restorative yoga allows both muscles and the brain to recover from fatigue, so we are stronger, sharper and better able to act in the world afterward,” explains Roger Cole, Ph.D., a certified Iyengar yoga teacher in Del Mar, California, and a research scientist studying the physiology of relaxation, sleep and biological rhythms. He attests that it also serves as preparation for pranayama (mindful yoga breathing) and meditation, which require a clear, well-rested, focused mind. Perfect for beginners and used by longtime practitioners to complement other yoga styles, restorative poses are designed to accurately realign and reshape the body. They also can be therapeutically tailored to support natural healing for issues related to

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tension, premenstrual syndrome, weak immune functioning, back pain, pregnancy and recovery for athletes. “Poses for healing may require targeted gentle stretching, but prop use will coax the body into desired positions without requiring muscular effort,” says Cole. An early student of B.K.S. Iyengar and familiar with props, San Francisco resident and co-founder of Yoga Journal magazine Judith Hanson Lasater, Ph.D., found herself leading her

first class comprised entirely of supported poses during a power blackout at a 1980 workshop. “I didn’t want people walking around in the dark, so I improvised a restorative class and everyone loved it,” she recalls. She revisited the idea several years later when she personally felt the need for physical, emotional and spiritual restoration. For a year, 90 percent of her practice was supported poses, and the switch helped her so much that it in-

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resounding chorus of research shows that the traditional three R’s of essential early education should also encompass an M for music. Playing instruments prior to and during school years can put children on a tuneful path to lifelong benefits.

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A 2015 study by the National Association for Music Education (nafme. org) shows that youngsters harboring an early appreciation for music tend to have larger vocabularies and more advanced reading skills than their peers. The research also revealed that schools with music programs have an estimated 90.2 percent graduation rate and 93.9 percent attendance rate compared to others averaging 72.9 and 84.9 percent, respectively. A recent study by the Children’s Music Workshop (ChildrensMusic Workshop.com), which provides instructional programming for more than 25 Los Angeles-area public and private schools, cites a host of additional benefits. These highlight music education’s role in developing the part of the brain that processes language; improving spatial intelligence; thinking creatively; gaining empathy for people of other cultures; encouraging

self-expression and teamwork through playing as a group; and achieving higher grades both in high school and on standardized tests. Higher institutes of learning are equally involved. Boston’s Berklee College of Music (Berklee.edu) offers majors in making it as a music professional, performance music and music therapy, plus postgraduate degrees. Its annual five-week summer performance program in “Beantown”

furthers the skills of 1,000 U.S. and international children 12 years old and up. In addition to musical skills, “We see improvement in young people’s confidence and persona,” says Oisin McAuley, director of summer programs. “It’s a truly formative experience.” In addition, The Berklee City Music online program serves high schools nationwide, assisted by alumni in some cities. It also awards scholarships for participation in the summer performance activities in Boston. The nonprofit Young Americans (YoungAmericans.org) organization, launched in 1992, operates its own college of performing arts in Corona, California, that fosters artistic, intellectual and personal growth for those working toward becoming performers or arts educators. Its International Music Outreach Tours have brought workshops to K through 12th grade students in nearly all 50 American states and 15 countries in Europe and Asia.

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“Don’t force children to play music. It’s better when they want to do it on their own. Having instruments around the house can make it easier,” suggests Dayna Martin, a life coach and author of Radical Unschooling: A Revolution Has Begun, near North Conway, New Hampshire. Learning

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e all have good intentions to eat more fruits and vegetables, and it’s easier if we start with just one plant-based meal a day—lunch. Natural Awakenings has enlisted the help of vegan lunchbox experts to help us all enjoy easy-tomake and colorful feasts good for home, office, school and on the road. “Vegan food offers so much variety, especially at lunch,” says Johanna Sophia, of Pine Plains, New York, who recently hosted the online series The Raw Lunchbox Summit. “A vegan lunch gives an extra boost in the middle of the day for more brain power, clarity and energy.” She and her two children operate Johanna’s Raw Foods, which makes vegan fast food such as veggie burger bites and carrot crackers, available at health food stores. Laura Theodore, the vegan chef and recording artist who presents The Jazzy Vegetarian PBS television program, lives and works in the New York City area. After a childhood dominated by bologna sandwiches for lunch, she gradually changed to vegan dishes. “I began to notice a difference when I ate mostly plants,” she says. “I could do more and think better.”

Theodore favors colorful and delicious vegan foods that travel well in a lunchbox with a cold pack, so she can take them to rehearsals or wherever else she goes. She creates her zucchini fettuccine with a vegetable slicer and loves to end a meal with something naturally sweet, like her maple-raisin-date truffles. Such experimenting in the kitchen led to her newest cookbook, Vegan-Ease: An Easy Guide to Enjoying a Plant-Based Diet. Brandi Rollins, Ph.D., a researcher at Penn State, in State College, Pennsylvania, found that switching her lunch habits to plantbased dishes made her feel better. The author of Raw Foods on a Budget determined that one of her favorites is a quick raw vegan pizza. She first marinates ingredients for 20 minutes: three medium mushrooms, thinly sliced, with one-and-a-half tablespoons of balsamic vinegar, one tablespoon of olive oil, one minced clove of garlic and a big pinch of Italian herb seasoning. Then she spreads half of a mashed avocado on a four-by-four-inch flax cracker and tops it with the marinated mushrooms, plus chopped tomato, peppers or other favorite options.

Rollins advises, “You can pack all of the components individually, and then assemble the pizza at work.” Health Foods Chef Catherine Blake, in Maui, Hawaii, studied with renowned plant-based nutritional scientist T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D. She urges her culinary students to ask, “What can I do to sparkle a little bit more tomorrow?” The author of Healthy Recipes for Friends, answers the question in her online presentation, Cooking for Brain Power, at Tinyurl.com/ChefBlakeBrainPower. Blake’s favorite brain-power luncheon booster is a wrap with antioxidant-rich fillings, accompanied by homemade almond milk, sunflower seeds or walnuts for vitamin E and some favorite blue berries or purple grapes. She makes fresh almond milk by grinding raw almonds in a nut grinder, and then adding them plus an equal amount of filtered water to a high-speed blender. After processing and straining out the solids, the resulting nut milk is perfect for smoothies. Changing our diets one meal at a time gives us an opportunity to see if we can feel the difference, as our vegan lunchbox experts have, while we ramp up our taste for healthier eating. Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS. Connect at JudithFertig.com.

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Pack a Plant-Based Lunch Lots of Garlic Hummus Yields: 4 servings Accented with the tangy taste of fresh lemon juice and a bit of heat from the chili powder, this is an easy, readymade sandwich spread for a lunchbox. 1 cup chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed ¼ cup plus 2 Tbsp filtered or spring water, plus more as needed 5 cloves garlic, chopped 2 Tbsp sesame tahini 2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice ½ tsp chili powder, plus more for garnish ¼ tsp sea salt Place all the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Add a bit more water if needed to achieve desired consistency.

Zucchini Fettuccine with Fresh Tomato Salsa Yields: 4 servings This raw side dish is low in calories, a breeze to prepare and cool fare on a hot summer day. The zucchini strips look and taste a lot like fresh pasta.

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2 medium zucchini 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped 10 to 14 leaves fresh basil, minced 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 /8 to ¼ tsp sea salt Freshly ground pepper to taste Shave the zucchini lengthwise with a vegetable peeler to make the “noodles”. Put them in a large bowl and add the tomatoes, basil, oil and garlic. Toss gently until thoroughly combined.

Transfer the hummus to a decorated bowl and sprinkle the top with a pinch more chili powder to taste for a festive presentation.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Recipe by Laura Theodore, Vegan-Ease: An Easy Guide to Enjoying a Plant-Based Diet

Recipe by Laura Theodore, The Jazzy Vegetarian

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Homemade almond milk is the base and cayenne powder gives it a spicy punch that intensifies the rest of the flavors. Drink one serving for lunch and chill the other for a fast and easy mid-afternoon reviver. 12 oz acai juice 6 oz almond milk 1 Tbsp soy creamer 1 cup fresh or frozen wild blueberries 1 frozen banana ½ cup fresh or frozen raspberries 1 Tbsp whole ground flaxseed meal (blueberry variety if available; try Trader Joe’s) 1 cup coconut water ice cubes 1 Tbsp macro greens or other vegan, non-GMO greens powder ½ tsp apple cider vinegar 1 to 3 dashes cayenne powder Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth. Store in two insulated cups and keep chilled until ready to serve.

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Yields: 2 servings

farmers’markets daily Waterman’s Farm Market – 8am-8pm. Thru early Nov. Featuring vegetables, fruit and u-pick option. 7010 E Raymond St, Indianapolis. 317-356-6995. Also 10am-7pm, June - Oct at 1100 N Ind 37, Greenwood. 317-888-4189. WatermansFarmMarket.com.

sunday JCC Farmers’ Market – 10am-1pm. Year round. Fresh local produce, baked goods, and diary products, Kosher respectable (no meat products). JCC Indianapolis, 6701 Hoover Rd, Indianapolis. 317-251-9467. JCCIndy.org. Irvington Farmers’ Market – 12-3pm. Open 2nd Sun each month thru Oct. Additional dates this year July 13th, August 10th, September 14th, and October 12th. 70+ vendors. Ellenberger Park, 5301 E Saint Claire St, Indianapolis. 317-540-2425.

tuesday Eskenazi Health Farmers’ Market – 11am1:30pm. Thru Sept 15. Local produce, several vendors, meditation classes and fitness demonstration. The Common Ground, Eskenazi Healht, 720 Eskenazi Ave, Indianapolis. 317-880-4785. EskenaziHealth.edu. Morgan County Farmers’ Market Mooresville – 3-6pm. Thru Oct 6. All items sold at this market are produced in Indiana. Indiana & Main St, Mooresville. 317-501-3000. Info@McFarmers.org. Avon Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Thru Sept 29. Fresh, local produce, baked goods, and handcrafted items all summer long. Hendricks Regional Health south parking lot, 8244 E US 36, Avon. 317-272-0948.

wednesday Original Farmers’ Market at the City Market – 9:30am-1:30pm. Thru 10/28. Gourmet foods are also featured at this market. 222 E Market St, Indianapolis. 317-634-9266. IndyCM.com/Farmers-Market. Crooked Creek Farmers’ Market – 4-6:30pm. Thru Oct 29. Healthy foods, locally grown Humane Society of Indianapolis,7929 N Michigan Rd, Indianapolis. 317-257-5388. CrookedCreekFm.org.

Plainfield Chamber of Commerce Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Thru Sept. Special event days are featured. Plainfield Friends Meeting Lawn, 105 East St, Plainfield. 317-839-3800. PlainfieldChamberFarmersMarket.org.

thursday Statehouse Farmers’ Market – 10:30am1:30pm. Thru Oct. 8. Farmers’ Market with Food Trucks. Robert Orr Plaza and Senate Ave, Indianapolis. StateHouseMarket.com. 38th & Meridian Farmers’ Market – 4-6:30pm. Thru Oct. 3808 N Meridian St, Indianapolis. 317-924-2612. Abundant Life Church Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Thru Sept. 7606 E 82nd St, Indianapolis. 317-845-4900. ALCIndy.com/ALCFarmers Market.html. Brownsburg Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Thru Sept.3, SNAP benefits accepted at the market and many vendors participate in the WIC nutrition program. On the lawn of Brownsburg Town Hall, 61 N Green St, Brownsburg. 317-852-1120. Noblesville Farmers’ Market – 5-8pm. Thru Sept 18. Produce, artisan foods, local art, live music and fresh meals in European-style evening market. 839 Conner St. 317-776-0205. NoblesvilleMainStreet.org.

friday Old National Centre Market – 11am-2pm. Thru Oct. Locally grown produce and fresh baked goods are featured. 502 N New Jersey St, Indianapolis. 317-231-0000 ext: 229. Farm to Fork at Normandy Farms – 4-7pm. Thru Oct. Large selection of certified organic or certified naturally grown produce and meats with no artificial chemicals. 7802 Marsh Rd, Zionsville. 317-439-0714. Summer Green Market – 4-8pm. Thru Labor Day, Shop local food growers and crafters outside on the Garden Lawn. Organic produce, baked goods, meat and dairy products are available. Rain or shine. The Green Market, Traders Point Creamery, 9010 Moore Rd, Zionsville. 317-7331700. TPFOrganics.com.

Carmel Farmers’ Market – 8-11:30am. Thru Step 26. Along with a variety of produce, unique food item, the market offers prepared-food items. 5 Center Green, Carmel. CarmelFarmersMarket.com. Market at Hague – 8am-Noon. Thru Oct. Over 100 vendors with deep roots in Indiana, including farms, nurseries, specialty food products and artisan crafts. Lawerence North High School, 7800 N Hague Rd, Indianapolis. BinfordFarmersMarket.com. Broad Ripple Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. May-Sept, 9am-noon Oct-Nov. Food-focused market with locally grown and produced food and plant products, along with ready to eat food. Broad Ripple High School, 1115 Broad Ripple Ave, Indianapolis. BroadRippleFarmersMarket.org. Cumberland Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Thru Oct. Expanded market will include yard art and more. Cumberland Town Hall, 11501 E Washington St, Cumberland. 317-894-6203. Danville Chamber Farmers’ Market – 8amNoon. Thru Sept 12. Variety of food vendors, breads and ready to eat breakfast. Courthouse Square, 6 S Jefferson St, Danville. 317-745-0670. Fishers Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Thru Sept. Special event days each month, 11 new vendors for 2015. Held in the amphitheater green space, 11601 Municipal Dr, Fishers. 317-578-0700. FishersChamber.com/Chamber/ Farmers_Market.aspx. Franklin Farmers’ Market – 8am-11am. Thru Oct 3. Food items, herbs, craft items and more. Parking lot at Jefferson and Jackson Sts, Franklin. 317-346-1258. Greenwood Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Thru Oct 10. Indiana produce, crafts and baked goods and meats. United Methodist Church, 525 N Madison, Greenwood. Farmers Market at the Fairgrounds – 8am-Noon. Thru Oct. Hancock County 4-H Fairgrounds, 620 N Apple St, Greenfield. 317-697-0508. Shelby County Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Thru Oct 3. Local produce, baked goods and honey. Public Square, Shelbyville. 317-398-9552. Noblesville Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Thru Oct 11. Riverview Overflow Parking Lot 395 Westfield Rd. 317-776-0205. NoblesvilleMainStreet.org.

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Saxony Market – 8am-noon thru Sept., The market offers the best fresh produce from local vendors and farmers in the area. 131st and Olio, Fishers, 317-770-1818.

Zionsville Farmers’ Market – 8-11am. Thru Sept. Large selection of sweet treats complement market offerings of local produce, artisan food products, meat and eggs. Main St & Hawthorne, Zionsville. 317-478-4107. ZionsvilleFarmersMarket.org.

Morgan County Farmers’ Market Martinsville – 9am-1pm. Thru Sept. Courthouse Square, 180 S Main St, Martinsville. 317-501-3000. Info@McFarmers.org.

Greenfield Farmers’ Market – 9am-noon. Thru Oct. Variety of food items, treats for pets. Parking lot at Ind 9 and North St, Greenfield.

Westfield Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Thru Sept. Variety of produce, baked goods, dairy, arts and crafts. In front of City Hall, Penn St, Westfield.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

Indie Vintage Arts & Marketplace – 10am-5pm. A monthly celebration of all things unique, indie, and stylish. The goal is to enhance the experience of living as a more responsible consumer by promoting the positive aspects and fun of vintage, antique, locally sourced, re- and up-cycled goods. Free. Old National Center, 502 N New Jersey St, Indianapolis. IndyArtsVintage.com. First Friday Food Truck Festival – 5pm. Indulge in the savory selections of Indy’s best food trucks and eclectic assortment of brews from Leinenkugel’s while enjoying live music and entertainment. (First Friday of each month through October.) $5; 5 and under free. Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St, Indianapolis. OldNationalCentre.com. First Friday Gallery Tour – 6-9pm. Tour more than 25 downtown galleries and art venues. Patrons are encouraged to walk or drive throughout the downtown cultural districts, and visit the city’s diverse visual art offerings. Free. Various Downtown Galleries. 317-634-3114. IDADA.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

Hoosier EVA Meeting – 10am-12pm. Learn to support the continuing growth of using electric vehicles locally. Regular monthly meetings focus on growing local EVA enthusiasts and educate the public on the benefits of electric vehicles. Free. Irvington Library, 5625 E Washington St, Indianapolis. 317-275-4470. HoosierEVA.org. Through My Eyes: Sky, Sea & Land – 5-8pm. Creative and artistic photography exposition, presented by Omar Freyre-Montero. Enjoy live music, food and refreshments as you view the work in the gallery area. Free. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

Indie Arts & Vintage Marketplace – 10am-5pm. A monthly celebration of all things unique, indie, and stylish. The goal is to enhance the experience of living as a more responsible consumer by promoting the positive aspects and fun of vintage, antique, locally sourced, re- and up-cycled goods. Free. Clay Terrace, 14390 Clay Terrace Blvd, Carmel. IndyArtsVintage.com.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

Community Tuesday – All Day. The first Tuesday of every month several attractions at the White River State Park offer special deals on admission. Including the Eiteljorg Museum, IMAX Theatre, Indiana State Museum and many others. Cost varies. INWhiteRiver.com. Target Free Night at the Children’s Museum – 4-8pm. Enjoy all the fun activities and exhibits of the museum for free. Sponsored by Target the first Tuesday of each month. Free. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, 3000 N. Meridian St, Indianapolis. 317-334-4000. ChildrensMuseum.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

Business Build Up Breakfast – 8-9:30am. Start your day off by checking in, sharing successes, and asking for resources from Indy Holistic Hub. Bring your business cards. RSVP required online. Three Sisters Cafe, 6223 Guilford Ave, Indianapolis. IndyHolisticHub.com. Candle Light Yoga – 6-7:15 pm. Join in a 75-minute Candle Light yoga class led by Lilly Mack. You can expect a slow flow warm up to get you moving, flowing, working up a bit of a sweat, and winding down with restorative postures and a savasana with essential oils and Thai massage. $20. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

Penrod Arts Fair – 9am-5pm. One of the nation’s largest single-day art fairs, with over 300 artists, six stages of live entertainment, children’s area and over 50 arts-related exhibitors. $15/advance; $20/at door. Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Penrod.org. The Indianapolis Heart Walk – 9:30am opening ceremonies. Sponsored by the American Heart Association, participate in the 1-mile or 3-mile walk route or 5K run. Funds are collected by walkers to support the cause and raised by a 5K Run on the same day. No fee for walkers; $25/5K runner. Celebration Park, White River State Park, Indianapolis. 317-873-3640. IndyHeartWalk.org. Cereal Cinema – 10am. A unique family-friendly experience created by The Indy Film Fest, The Athenaeum and The IMA. Enjoy a classic movie and a cereal buffet. Location alternates between the Athenaeum and IMA. $5. Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis. IndyFilmFest.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

Tapping For Weight Loss – 5:30-6:30pm. Try out a fresh approach to weight loss that yields amazing results. Tap to release the underlying causes for staying stuck. Register by 9/12. $10. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis. 317-445-4203. InnerPeaceYoga.com

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

Indy Holistic Hub Business Build Up Lunch – 11:30am-1pm. Bring your ideas, visions, or challenge and brainstorm together. Lunch is designed for checking in, sharing successes and asking for resources. Seats are limited RSVP online. Blind Owl Brewery, 5014 E 62nd St, Indianapolis. IndyHolisticHub.com. Healthy Fall Harvest – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn how to create vibrant dishes from the beautiful bounty of fall in Indiana. Class includes tastings of 4 recipes and your own packet of recipes to take home. $35. Ezra’s Enlightened Cafe, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-255-3972. EzrasEnlightenedCafe.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

Explore the World of Hypnosis – 6-7:30pm. Hypnosis is a powerful technique for change. Come try it out and see how it works for you. Register by 9/14. $15. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th, Indianapolis. 317-525-6539. InnerPeaceYoga.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

3rd Friday on the Plaza – 6-9pm. A concert series featuring live local bands. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Free. Fountain Square Cultural District, Virginia Ave at Shelby and Prospect St, Indianapolis.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

St. Vincent Cancer Walk – 7am. Raise hope, funds and awareness in the fight against cancer. The Walk offers a 10-Mile Challenge Walk for those looking for an inspirational challenge and a 3-Mile Family Walk. Walkers are welcome to form a team and encouraged to set fundraising goals. Lions Park, Zionsville. StVincentCancerWalk.org. Choose to Move Race for Parkinson’s – 9am2pm. All proceeds from the 10K/5K/Fun Run go to benefit the Indiana Parkinson Foundation. After the races, stay to enjoy the sponsor booths and food at the wellness expo. Pre-registration discount available thru 9/19: $40 10K; $35 5K; $30 Fun Run/Walk. Saxony Park, 13578 E 131st St, Fishers. 317-690-0315. IndianaParkinson.org.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

Indy Holistic Hub Connection Series: Networking Effectively – 6-7:30pm. The connection series is a part of a lineup of events for the holistic community. Key topics include: selecting events, strategies for small talk and follow-up systems. Hub Members Free; Non-members $10. The Playful Soul, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317- 253-0499. IndyHolisticHub.com.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

Thyroid Imbalance: A Free Health Class – 6:30-7:30pm. Robin Eldib, RN, MSN, FNP-C, will answer many questions about effectively treating the thyroid. 60% of those with a thyroid condition have not been diagnosed. Free. Georgetown Market, 4375 Georgetown Rd, Indianapolis. 317-293-9525. IndyWellness.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

United Nations’ International Day of Peace – A day to devoted to celebrating, commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples.

Balance & Reset Qoya Fall Equinox Class – 6-8pm. Join Betsy Blankenbaker for class and gratitude ceremony honoring the changing energies of the seasons and our bodies. Women only; no experience necessary. $33. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

Sleep Better with Qi Gong – 5-6pm. Learn how this ancient breathing and movement technique can help reduce stress, insomnia and calm anxiety. Led by Victoria Wesseler, Certified Tai Chi for Health instructor, open to those over 12 and older. $15. Witham Hospital Wellness Center, South Pavilion, 2605 N Lebanon St, Lebanon. FMI or to pre-register call Trina Rose, 765-485-8000.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Fishers Oktoberfest @ Saxony – Sept 23-24. 5:30-10:30pm, Fri; Noon-10pm, Sat. Live music, arts and crafts vendors, and family fun. Beer and brats available for purchase. Free. Witten Park, 13257 Saxony Blvd, Fishers. FMI 317-595-3195. FishersFreedomFestival.org. Autumn Equinox Gong Meditation – 7:308:45pm. Join in an easy physical yoga, chanting, meditation, and a long relaxation as the vibrations of two large symphonic gongs wash over you. Stay after for Yogi Tea and community time. $15 ($10 prior to 9/9). CitYoga, 2442 N Central Ave, Indianapolis. 317-920-9642. CitYoga.biz.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

Teal Ribbon Ovarian Cancer Run & Walk – 8-10:30am. Recognize Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month by participating in this event to raise money and awareness – several walk, run and workout activities are offered. The event also features entertainment, guest speakers, a health fair and more. Indianapolis City Market, 222 E Market St, Indianapolis. OvarianCancerIn.org. Carmel International Arts Festival – Sept 24-25. 10am-6pm, Sat; 10am-5pm, Sun. Over 135 juried artists with diverse artistic styles are featured, along with entertainment on two stages. Food vendors will complement the many fine restaurants in the area. Free. Arts and Design District, Main Street, Carmel. 317-600-6118. CarmelArtsFestival.org. The Walk to Defeat ALS Indianapolis Walk – 12pm. Join in a 2-mile trek to raise funds to sustain care services and support research and advocacy in the fight against ALS. White River State Park, 801 W Washington St, Indianapolis. 317-915-9888. Walk@ALSAIndiana.org. Fall Into Health: Seasonal Wellness Strategies to Beat the Winter Blues – 1-3pm. With the proper strategies in place, you can breeze through the seasons and maintain optimum health. $30 by 9/5; $35 after 9/5. Peace Through Yoga, 575 S Main St, Zionsville. 317-753-1266. PeaceThroughYoga.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

Walk the Talk Speaker Series – 8pm. “Love in Action” is the subject for this month’s series, inspired by TED Talks. Pre-screened speakers provide different perspectives and messages to inspire and motivate change. $10 in advance online; $15 at door. The Vogue, 6259 N College Ave, Indianapolis. 317-259-7029. BelieveInIt.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

Fall Cleanse Class – 7-8:30pm. Learn how to digest better, sleep better and have more energy. Participate in the 21-day gentle detox program that is easy, all-natural and individually monitored by chiropractic practitioners Dr. Scott Cooper and Dr. Vicki Knapke. Class is free; Supplement package for program available for purchase. Morter HealthCenter, 10439 Commerce Dr, Ste 140, Carmel. 317-872-9300. MorterHealthCenter.com.

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TURN Festival – 10am-4pm. TURN out for Circle City’s celebration of urban sustainability. This day long event focuses on sustainable and healthier lifestyle practices with over 50 handson demonstrations, exhibits, children’s activities, music and food. Free. Paramount School, 3020 Nowland Ave, Indianapolis. 317-775-6660. TURNFestival.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29

Gluten-Free Food Allergy Fest – Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 10am-4pm. Celebrate living well, learn from leading experts and discover delicious allergy-friendly foods and cooking solutions. Ticket prices vary. FMI, contact Lindsey Bockhorst at LBockhorst@GFFAFest.com. Indiana State Fairgrounds, Expo Hall, 1202 E 38th St, Indianapolis. GlutenFreeFoodAllergyFest.com.

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A Positive Path for Spiritual Living – 9:30am. Come for music, meditation, and inspirational message and stay for fellowship. Youth education and nursery care provided. Free. Unity of Indianapolis, 907 N Delaware St, Indianapolis. UnityOfIndy.com.

Essential Oils 101 Class – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn how to support your health naturally and reduce chemical overload in your life. Weight loss support and more, with holistic health practitioner Kim Woods. Free. For more info and to RSVP: 317-409-4981. BeAmazing.net.

Yoga Light – 10:30am. An introductory vinyasa-style class, customized for those with restricted performance due to age or injury. Floor work is limited, focusing on standing poses and poses using a chair. $10 each; buy 5 and get 6th free. BodyHarmonyBalance, 1020 E. 86th St, Indianapolis. 317-669-2313. BodyHarmonyBalance.com.

Mindfulness Monday – 6:30-7:15pm. Join us as we explore mindfulness and meditation practices. Bring yourself, a cushion and an open heart to invite joy and peace into your life. $10. Practical Hypnosis, 8923 South St, Fishers. 317-525-8486. PracticalHypnosisLLC.com.

Kundalini Yoga – 11am-12:15pm. Experience a vibrant mix of physical posture, breath work, meditation, mantra, mudra, and sound vibration with Gong relaxation. Cityoga, 2442 N Central Ave, Indianapolis. CITYOGA.biz. Sahaja Yoga Meditation –11am-Noon. Unleash your potential for good mental and physical health, balance and maximum performance to help you live fully in the present moment with Sahaja yoga meditation. Free. Southside meeting location, 4950 E County Line Rd, Indianapolis. 317-755-9630. IndianaMeditation.org. Community Yoga – 4-5pm. Hendricks County residents are invited to an all levels flow class. A great opportunity to add an additional class to one’s yoga schedule. $5. Peace Through Yoga, 134 S Washington, Danville. 317-753-1266. PeaceThroughYoga.com.

Kundalini Yoga – Medical Meditation Tune-up Series – 7:15-8:30pm. Experience a vibrant mix of physical posture, breath work, meditation, mantra, mudra, and sound vibration with Gong relaxation. Nourish Wellness Center, 826 W 64th St, Indiainapolis. Search Nourish Wellness class at CITYOGA.biz/schedule.

tuesday Vinyasa Flow – 9-10am. Expect to be pushed to your soft edge, stretched and challenged. There are options and adjustments and tips. A great way to start the week. All levels welcome. $15. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com. Evening With the Doctor – 7pm. Learn more about your body’s ability to self-heal, and the benefits of Bio-Energetic work. Free. Morter HealthCenter, 10439 Commerce Dr, Ste 140, Carmel. 317-872-9300. MorterHealthCenter.com.

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Wellness Lifestyle with Essential Oils – 7-8:15pm. Educational classes on the holistic and healing properties of essential oils for men, women, children and pets. 3rd week of each month: live Discovery Class, Greencastle. 4th week of each month: virtual Discovery Class via internet. Free. NArden@StartLivingProject.com. 317-695-3594. Details: StartLivingProject.com. Meditation Group – 7-9pm. Explore a different style of meditation each week to look within, relax, re-center and balance yourself. Guided meditations, singing bowls, music, drumming and many other techniques will be used. $10. Good Journeys House of Healing, 17901 River Ave, Noblesville. 317-750-7392. GoodJourneys.net.

wednesday Divine Goddess within Circle – 6:30-8pm. The 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Each class includes a chakra clearing, meditation, angel card reading and more. Share in bringing in powerful, compassionate Divine Feminine energy with other women in a circle of love. $15. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com. Oneness Blessing – 7-9pm. Oneness is transference of energy into the crown chakra to bring in and release things from your life such as: healing, clarity, release emotions and bring in abundance into your life. $10. Good Journeys House of Healing, 17901 River Ave, Noblesville. 317-750-7392. GoodJourneys.net.

thursday

Community Yoga Class – 9-10am. An hour of yoga focused on what is most needed by the class that day, which could include a vinyasa flow, a yin, or a melting pot of practices. A class that caters to all types. $5. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com.

Vegan Buffet at Spice Nation – 5:30pm. The Indian restaurant features vegetarian and vegan-friendly selection. Spice Nation, 4225 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis. 317-299-2127. Men’s Forum – 5:30-7pm. A men’s gathering to discuss various topics related to health, wellness, spirituality, personal development and more. Donations welcome. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com. Community Drum Circle – 7-8pm. Pre-jam begins at 6:45pm. All ages and levels are welcome, no experience necessary. Drums provided by Bongo Boy Music School and REMO, Inc. Free. Bongo Boy Music School, 8481 Bash St., Ste 1100, Indianapolis. 317-595-9065. BongoBoyMusic.com.

friday Restorative Yoga – 11am-12:15pmm. A uniquely nourishing, reflective class practiced at a slow pace. Allows students to tap into breath and body movements through gentle movements. $18 drop in; packages available. Blooming Life Yoga, 30 S Elm St, Zionsville. 317-800-4039. BloomingLifeYoga.com. Bells for Peace Meditation – 12-1pm. Join Vicki Mack to meditate for peace combined with the power of sound through bells. Free. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-2530499. ThePlayfulSoul.com. Mindful Meditation – 12:15-12:45pm. Brief discussion followed by silent practice and concluding with observation, comments, or questions. No experience, fee, or registration required. Free. CenterPoint Counseling, 7700 North Meridian, Indianapolis. 317-252-5518. CenterPointCounseling.org. Friendly Flow Yoga – 5-6pm. Great weekend starter includes gentle yoga, restorative yoga, and pranayama. Please bring your own mat. $10. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 East 56th St, Indianapolis. 317-257-9642. IPYC.org.

Community Yoga – 6-7pm. All levels Vinyasa Flow yoga class, with refreshments served afterwards. Donations only, any amount. Breathe Yoga, 5345 Winthrop Ave, Ste E, Broad Ripple. 704-777-7878. BreatheYogaDharma.com. Movies in the Park – Sunset. Sept 9-30. Unwind and relax to kick off the weekend. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and a picnic to spread out on the lawn and enjoy the movie under the stars. Concessions available. Free. Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr, Fishers. 317595-3150. Fishers.IN.US/Index.aspx?NID=307. Marsh Symphony on the Prairie – Thru Sept 5. 8pm. Bring your own chairs, blankets, food and drinks to enjoy a picnic and musical entertainment in a beautiful outdoor setting. $25/adult; $31/ adult premium concerts; $12/child, free/under 2. Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd, Fishers. 317-639-4300. IndianapolisSymphony.org.

saturday Traditional Vinyasa Yoga – 8-9:15am. Class features Zohrab, a master Hatha Yoga teacher – he integrates yoga with medical anatomy and physiology to root ancient verities with medical exactness. $18 drop in; packages available. Blooming Life Yoga, 30 S Elm St, Zionsville. 317-800-4039. BloomingLifeYoga.com. Farmers’ Markets – Visit one today. There are 14 markets in and around the city taking place on Saturdays throughout the summer. Check calendar section featuring market listings. Qigong Moving Meditation – 10-11am. The 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month. Learn the gentle and powerful practice of qigong and tai chi. As practice develops, practitioner’s experience improved mental concentration, as well as a calmer, more relaxed, attitude in their daily affairs. $15. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com. Marsh Symphony on the Prairie – 8pm. Thru Sept 6. See Fri listing. Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd, Fishers. 317-639-4300. IndianapolisSymphony.org.

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