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Contents 7 EARTH DAY

SPOTLIGHTS SPECIES Protection Is the Focus of 2019 Campaign

9 ZERO WASTE

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INITIATIVES

Taking Root Around Indy

14 SACRED SPACE

Bringing Bliss to Every Room

15 INDY’S

GREENSCAPE GEEKS

Launch New Urban Farming Projects

16 POWER SWITCH

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Taking a Home Off the Grid

18 NATIVE INTELLIGENCE

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Planting an Eco-Friendly Yard

19 THE ART OF HEALING Creative Therapy Aids Recovery

21 INTO THE WOODS

Hiking for Health and Happiness

23 OCEAN ROBBINS ON Personal and Planetary Health

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24 LOVING NATURE Outdoor Adventures for Kids

26 BRINGING UP KITTY Get Off on the Right Paw

DEPARTMENTS 5 news briefs 9 eco spotlight 10 health briefs 11 action alert 12 global briefs 13 film brief 14 inspiration 15 business spotlight

18 green living 19 healing ways 21 fit body 23 wise words 24 healthy kids 26 natural pet 27 calendar 30 resource

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letter from publisher

HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET

Start Slow to Go Fast

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ear Awaken Indy Readers, As I made my notes preparing to write this letter, I drew some parallels between April’s themes of Earth Day, Sustainable Living and my own personal “theme” of late.

I completed my publisher training at NAPC headquarters in Naples, Florida during the first week of March. I’m incredibly grateful for the time I spent with our inspiring NAPC staff because I learned about the best practices of successful publishers and developed a clearer vision for the growth of Natural Awakenings Indy. It was a wonderful feeling, but upon arriving home after training, I faced long to-do lists— learning new processes and systems, setting goals, improving my time management and acknowledging that “I don’t know what I don’t know.” For me, reading that previous sentence is a bit exhausting and overwhelming. So, this month, I have done my best to internalize my husband’s advice: “Start slow to go fast.”

As you read April’s issue, I invite you to keep his advice in mind. Sustainability is critical for the future of all life forms on Planet Earth. We don’t have time to become overwhelmed by all the problems and then end up doing nothing. If it feels like too much, slow down and keep going. Choose one thing to focus on. If you want to begin shopping with reusable bags but keep forgetting them, put them in the front seat of your car until it becomes a habit. That’s what worked for me many years ago.

Now the habit is automatic. I feel like something is “off ” if I don’t have my bags. Give yourself the gift of grace; with it, the chances of remembering those reusable bags increase. Probably more quickly, too.

I invite you to check out Jenn Willhite’s article, “Zero Waste Initiatives Taking Root Around Indy” for area initiatives and ideas on how to make a positive impact on our resources and environment. Our Business Spotlight highlights Greenscape Geeks’ mission to provide eco-friendly, sustainable solutions for urban agriculture projects. And it wouldn’t be April without our “Earth Day Events” feature. I look forward to seeing you at the Earth Day Indiana Festival on April 20.

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National Walking Day 2019 to Promote Benefits of Walking

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he Walk the Talk Speaker Series will present Enlightenment at 7 p.m. on April 17 at the Indiana Historical Society’s Basile Theatre, in Indianapolis.

The event will examine what it means to be enlightened, how enlightenment can impact one’s life and how to find enlightenment.

Each person has within a wellspring of insight and eternal knowledge that’s simply waiting to be acknowledged and tapped into.

An inspirational speaker series inspired by TED Talks, the Walk the Talk series features presenters, live music, a light show and more. The speaker series is designed to inspire growth in attendees through inspiration, motivation and awakening.

Cost: $20 per person; $5 for children 11 and younger. Location: 450 West Ohio St. For more information, call 317-502-1250, email WalkTheTalkSeries@gmail.com or visit WalkTheTalkSeries.com.

ach year, the American Heart Association (AHA) sponsors National Walking Day on the first Wednesday of April to build awareness about the healthy benefits of going for a stroll. On April 3, participants are encouraged to get up and move, and document their walking activities through social media using the hashtag #NationalWalkingDay.

Established in 2007, National Walking Day is a great opportunity to commit to taking 30 minutes to simply walk.

The AHA recommends participants wear comfortable clothes and shoes, make sure to stretch prior to walking, and drink plenty of water. Don’t care to walk alone?

Take a friend!

Locally, the Centers of Wellness for Urban Women, Inc., is sponsoring an organized walk from 6 to 7 p.m., April 3, at Riverside Park, in Indianapolis. There will also be a virtual run event presented by Moon Joggers from April 3 to 30. Participants may complete a one-mile, 5K or 10K virtual walk at their own pace throughout April and earn a medal at the end.

Cost to participate starts at $20 per person with 15 percent of each entry fee benefiting the American Heart Association. Location: Riverside Park, 2420 East Riverside Dr. For more information, visit CWUWOnline.org. For more information about the virtual walk, visit EventBrite.com/e/2019-walking-day-1-mile-5k-10k-indianaoplistickets-54395944735.

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he ninth annual Indiana Artisan Marketplace, with more than 100 participating art and food artisans, will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 6 and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 7 at the Exposition Hall at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, in Indianapolis. The marketplace offers vendors that are recognized for their exceptional quality of work as an “Indiana Artisan”, a title given by the Indiana Artisan Brand, defined as “a Hoosier recognized for careful attention to detail, knowledge of a craft and an entrepreneurial spirit.”

This year’s event will feature nearly 200 artisans from more than 50 Indiana counties. Artisans’ work will be available for purchase, as well as food samples, and artisans will also create new original works during the event.

The Indiana Artisan Brand works will encompass glass, wood, leatherwork, oils, watercolors, acrylics and colored pencil; wine, jewelry, weaving and fiber art, as well as specialty food items including cheeses fudge, popcorn and chocolates.

Admission: $10 at the door; free for 14 and younger. Location: 1202 E. 38th St. For more information, visit IndianaArtisan.org.

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EARTH DAY SPOTLIGHTS SPECIES Protection Is the Focus of 2019 Campaign

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n April 22, eco-conscious citizens will come together again in communities across the country to celebrate Earth Day and work for the planet’s healthy, sustainable future. This year, the Earth Day Network (EDN) is asking people to join its Protect Our Species campaign to raise awareness of the crucial roles that plants and animals play in the ecosystem and the current threats faced by many of them.

The nonprofit cites that the world is facing the greatest rate of extinction in 60 million years because of human activity, including climate change, deforestation, habitat loss, trafficking and poaching, unsustainable agriculture, pollution and pesticides. But the good news, EDN says, is that the rate of extinctions can be slowed, and many of our declining, threatened and endangered species can still recover if we work together now. This will necessitate a united global movement of consumers, voters, educators, faith leaders and scientists that demands immediate action.

EDN is asking people to advocate for government

policies that protect species and their habitats, and to continue to build on the worldwide efforts that embrace the value of nature.

It is also asking people to undertake such individual actions as adopting a plant-based diet and stopping pesticide and herbicide use. More information, including teach-in toolkits and facts on threatened species, from whales to insects, can be found at EarthDay.org.

Help greater Indianapolis celebrate and promote progress in species sustainability efforts by participating in these local Earth Day 2019 events.

Earth Day Indiana Festival 11am to 4pm, April 20 The 2019 Earth Day Festival will be held at Historic Military Park at White River State Park, in Indianapolis. Attendees can enjoy a variety of food vendors, more than 100 exhibitors, live music, a 5K run/walk and children’s activities.

Location: West New York and North West streets. For more information, call 317-721-6526, email Info@EarthDayIndiana. org or visit EarthDayIndiana.org.

Holliday Park Volunteer Work Day 9am to Noon, April 21 If you are looking for an opportunity to give back in the community, help beautify Holliday Park, in Indianapolis, after the long winter. Volunteers will pick up limbs, remove invasive plants and conduct general park cleanup. All tools, including gloves, will be provided.

Location: Nature Center, 6363 Spring Mill Rd. For more information, call 317-327-7180 or visit HollidayPark.org.

Earth and Arbor Day Celebration at Cool Creek Nature Center 1 to 4pm, April 28 This celebration in Carmel will be a great opportunity to bring the kids and learn about native plants and their importance to eco-system balance. The free event will feature many several family-friendly activities and crafts.

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Individuals can register to walk, with or without a pet, or create a Mutt Strut Pack (team) to raise money for IndyHumane as a group with friends, family or co-workers. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. The track will remain open to walkers until 2:30 p.m. for this rolling-start event that was voted Best Charitable Event in Indianapolis by NUVO readers the last nine years in a row.

Through registrations, individuals and Packs raise funds for IndyHumane and all proceeds go to help save the lives of more than 6,000 animals the shelter helps each year. The organization encourages participants to get friends, family, coworkers and neighbors to support their fundraising efforts and to set a fundraising goal of $700. This amount is, on average, what they spend to care for each animal they take in, including medical attention, feeding, training and more. IndyHumane doesn’t put animals down for space or time and operates completely on donations.

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Zero Waste Initiatives

eco-friendly ones.

■ Ditch the plastic and opt for glass or stainless steel containers for food storage.

■ Use cloth instead of paper towels for quick messes—especially in the kitchen.

■ Replace that kitchen sponge for a natural brush, which won’t collect bacteria.

■ Shop local farmers’ markets for locally grown produce and veggies.

■ Compost household food waste.

■ Nix the junk mail and opt to sign up for a “do not send” list.

■ Create a zero waste kit for everyday activities, such as a reusable bag for shopping and a reusable mug and water bottle.

■ Make grocery shopping trips as package-free as possible and try to get everything in one trip.

■ Further, limit trips to the store by shopping in bulk.

■ Replace harsh chemical cleaners with

Taking Root Around Indy

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by Jenn Willhite

ero waste initiatives are taking root across Indianapolis area as schools, businesses, events and organizations are taking steps to limit the negative impact food waste has on the community and environment.

The intent is to prevent wasteful and polluting practices in an effort to lessen pollution and promote growth in the local economy.

The zero waste system is a cyclical approach to resource management from product design to disposal, according to EcoCycle.org. By taking mindful steps to limit waste, it’s easier for the community to conserve dwindling natural resources, such as petroleum, minerals, and even fresh drinking water.

Students at Noble Crossing Elementary, in Noblesville, are taking proactive steps to make their school’s cafeteria zero waste.

The school began participating in the Food Rescue Project last year. This year, fourth grade students have formed a group known as the Food Rescue Warriors that track the food items in the cafeteria and track data on the environmental impact.

Students are reporting they are becoming more conscious about food waste. They realize tossing out excess food products and waste create

more work for school staff and the natural resources required for food production. Simply put, students are more cognizant of the negative impact food waste has on the environment and wildlife, and they’re hoping their example inspires other young people to make a difference.

As zero waste initiatives take root in area schools, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) kicked off their sustainability initiatives in April 2018 with the debut of the Indianapolis Sustainability Summit.

The summit highlighted the positive impact of collaborative efforts in advancing sustainability on campus, as well as in the Indianapolis community.

Attendees learned about steps they can take to help support community resilience, sustainable business practices and the impact eco-based mindful practices have on the environment.

Indy’s VegFest this spring is just one of several area events that has also adopted a zero waste approach to have a positive environmental impact.

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The heavy use of household cleaning disinfectants may contribute to changes in infant gut bacteria and weight gain, reports a new study in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. University of Alberta researchers collected fecal samples and studied the gut health of 757 babies between the ages of 3 and 4 months; then restudied the children at 1 and 3 years old. They found that children in households that used disinfectants at least once a week had higher body mass index (BMI) scores and elevated levels of Lachnospiraceae, gut microbes linked in other studies to insulin resistance and metabolic disorders. Babies in households that used vinegar or other eco-friendly cleaners had lower BMI scores and much lower levels of a family of bacteria that includes E. coli.

By mixing food additives with human gut microbes in petri dishes, scientists at the Czech Republic’s Institute of Microbiology found that gut microbes with anti-inflammatory properties were highly susceptible to being harmed by additives, while microbes with pro-inflammatory properties were mostly resistant. “We speculate that permanent exposure of human gut microbiota to even low levels of additives may modify the composition and function of gut microbiota, and thus influence the host’s immune system,” wrote the authors.

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Smoking Bans Lower Blood Pressure Non-smokers that live in areas that have banned smoking in public spaces such as restaurants, bars and workplaces have lower systolic blood pressure. In a Northwestern University study reported by the American Heart Association, blood pressure readings of 5,115 adults ages 18 to 30 in Birmingham, Chicago, Minneapolis and Oakland were taken over a 30-year period and correlated with changes in local laws that banned public smoking. A meaningful decrease in systolic blood pressure readings was found in non-smokers when no-smoking laws were enacted, indicating a reduction in heart disease risk.

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Sperm counts have plunged by half in the last 40 years among American and European men, according to a recent review of scientific studies. In a new double-blind study of 56 infertile men, researchers at Iran’s Qazvin University of Medical Sciences found that curcumin, an active ingredient in turmeric, can boost sperm counts. Each day for 10 weeks, half of the men took 80 milligrams of curcumin nanomicelle, in which curcumin is better absorbed; the other 28 were given a placebo. The researchers found that the curcumin significantly boosted sperm count and motility.

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Probiotics Ease Bipolar Disorder

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Research on 66 patients with bipolar disorder found that patients receiving probiotic supplements were three times less likely to be rehospitalized than those given a placebo. The study from the Sheppard Pratt Health System, in Baltimore, gave half of discharged patients a placebo and the other half a capsule containing two probiotics, Bifidobacterium lactis (BB-12) and Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG). Within 26 weeks, 24 of the 33 people that received the placebo returned to the hospital, but only eight of the 33 on probiotics were readmitted. The probiotic treatment was especially effective for those experiencing considerable inflammation, say researchers.

Every minute, the equivalent of an entire garbage truck of plastic gets dumped into our oceans, reports the World Economic Forum.

Many of the materials are disposable, single-use plastic products like straws, bags and Styrofoam containers, which some cities and towns have banned. This type of citizen action is increasingly blocked by the Plastic Industry Association (PIA), which has spent big money to successfully ban plastic bag ordinances in 10 states where 70 million Americans live. This means local communities are prohibited from taking effective action that could reduce the plastics that litter our streets and pollute our waterways.

The Sierra Club is calling on nine major corporations that are members of the PIA to withdraw from it with an online petition. So far, two have indicated they will not be renewing their memberships this year: Clorox (which owns companies like Burt’s Bees, Brita and Glad) and the Ascena Retail Group (which includes Ann Taylor and Loft).

Sugary Drinks Linked to Kidney Disease

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Drinking lots of sugar-sweetened sodas and juices significantly increases the risk of chronic kidney disease, reports a new study from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Using health questionnaires for 3,003 AfricanAmerican adults in Jackson, Mississippi, covering a 13-year period, the researchers found that the top third of subjects, those consuming the most sugarsweetened drinks, were 61 percent more likely to develop kidney disease than those in the bottom third.

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GMO Labeling Diluted

Under final rules released by the current administration, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s national labeling standard for genetically modified organisms (GMOs) completely exempts foods made with highly processed ingredients grown with GMOs, including sugar made from sugar beets, high-fructose corn syrup and refined soybean and canola oils. The change will allow 78 percent of products containing GMOs to avoid disclosure, according to the Grocery Manufacturers Association. Companies don’t have to comply until January 1, 2022, and the new labels will use the term “bioengineered” instead of more common identifiers like “genetically engineered” or “GMO”. Small businesses, to-go food prepared at grocery stores, and meat, eggs or dairy from animals that are fed GMOs, which involves virtually all livestock not certified organic, are exempt from the labeling requirements.

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Citrus Crops to Receive Human Antibiotics

Scientists at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) expressed concern over a recent ruling by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that opens the door to widespread use of the antibiotics streptomycin and oxytetracycline to spray commercial citrus crops.

The antibiotics, which are often used on people, can kill insects that transmit a bacterium that causes citrus greening, which renders fruit small and bitter. But the EPA ultimately ruled that the economic benefits outweigh concerns about antibiotic resistance and potential harm to the environment, people and wildlife. The USDA says the amount of antibiotic exposure to people who eat fruit or juices still will be far less than what people are exposed to when prescribed antibiotics by their doctor.

The antibiotics will have to be sprayed repeatedly over years just to keep the trees alive and producing fruit until they succumb to citrus greening. Public interest groups are protesting the action.

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Muddled Message

Environmental risks are the top three concerns among the 1,000 global decision-makers surveyed in the latest Global Risks Perception Survey of the World Economic Forum (WEF).

For the third straight year, “extreme weather” ranked first, followed by “failed climate change mitigation” and “natural disasters”. The survey was part of a WEF annual report produced in advance of the recent confab of global leaders in Davos, Switzerland. The World Bank has calculated that the real cost of natural disasters to the global economy is $520 billion per year.

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Bringing Bliss to Every Room

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S Hyperactivity acred space is most often associated with places of worship, but it can be any place that connects us to meaning or joy. In the blur of daily living, nooks of inspiration and beauty provide spiritual sustenance, remind us of our dreams or celebrate lovely memories. Having “bliss corners” in the home or workplace is a wonderful way to stay connected to the positive.

Most parents or grandparents can confess to having a bliss corner on the refrigerator door where drawings and accomplishments of young family members are proudly displayed. Having a place of inspiration in any room doesn’t have to take up much space and can easily add to the décor. It can be as simple as a wedding veil hanging on a bedroom wall or a bowl of shells, sea glass or sand from a beach vacation in the bathroom. It can be sentimental with dried flowers from a momentous occasion or a small table dedicated to loved ones with framed photos or letters and a piece of cloth that holds special memories.

Corners of bliss fulfill their purpose best in places where they can remind us to follow our heart’s “true north” or help

us to foster inner peace during busy days.

Such places are office desks and bedroom nightstands near an alarm clock. The kitchen is an ideal room in the house for sacred space; designating a corner to light a candle during meal prep; filling an old teapot with fresh flowers every week; and displaying the photo of someone who once nourished us are all beautiful ways to bring more meaning into our relationship with food.

Cultivating bliss can be a form of active meditation, simple rituals that can include prayer or other forms of mindfulness. On more practical levels, it can be an opportunity to bond with loved ones. Creating a bliss corner can be a creative and fun activity for teens to express a passion, whether it be a hobby, sport or favorite singer. Many of us have boxes of mementos or nostalgic things from childhood taking up space in a closet. Making a bliss corner is the perfect way to remind us why we kept them in the first place.

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rban agriculture is reshaping the way Americans view their food and the benefits of growing one’s own. With this renewed interest in food independence, there are tremendous opportunities for increasing the environmental, social and economic benefits with urban farming.

Indianapolis’ Greenscape Geeks, LLC, is helping area residents and businesses establish the groundwork for food independence by offering urban agriculture consultations and installation in addition to their existing services.

With increased awareness of the negative impact current commercial food production and agriculture have on the environment, eco-minded individuals and businesses are seeking new opportunities for sustainable food production. The Geeks say that their new green projects pose great opportunities for individuals and commercial entities that are learning to grow their own food and turn it into a business opportunity.

With eco-friendly approaches in mind, Greenscape Geeks has prepared during the winter to make sure they are on track to help support Indianapolis’ new focus on sustainability.

Urban agriculture, also known as urban farming, has been on the rise over the past several years. As food prices rise and people become more concerned about agricultural herbicides and pesticides, the trend for personal and

community food gardens is growing.

Greenscape Geeks can assess properties to determine the best placement for gardens, clear the area, amend the soil, plant crops, and are available for all of their clients throughout the entire growing season to make sure food is healthy and free of pests. The Geeks also offer all-organic hydroseeding, which is a chemical-free slurry made from mulch, recycled paper and the Geeks’ own handmade organic fertilizer.

Those seeking to incorporate composting in their zero waste efforts can recruit the Geeks’ help in constructing and establishing handcrafted raised beds for gardens and composting containers.

Additional services offered by the Geeks that can help support sustainability efforts include soil aeration, mulching and soil tests.

“As business owners, Michael and I take a great amount of pride in knowing that we are actively doing something that has a positive impact on the environment and the local community,” says Joey Fleenor, co-owner. “Rarely in life do we get the opportunity to really make a difference in our world and help others.”

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, city and suburban agriculture can take many forms, from balcony gardening to community gardening in vacant lots and parks. They offer key resources regarding soil and water quality and testing, land assessment tools,

and advice for business planning and capital and financing options for smalland large-scale farms.

Currently, half of the land in the U.S. is used for some type of agriculture. Currently, more than a third of all the food produced by these farms goes to waste with an annual global loss of around $1 trillion. Urban farming not only helps with the minimization of deforestation and climate change, but the produce is typically healthier and less goes to waste.

“Urban agriculture allows people to take back a bit more independence and peace of mind by knowing exactly what is going into their bodies, while reducing waste,” says Fleenor. “Not only do urban farms give people the chance to grow their own food but they can make money by selling it to others. We want to support the local community by educating them to support themselves.”

Greenscape Geeks’ defines its mission as taking pride in providing sustainable solutions “to help homeowners and commercial entities rebuild native plant and wildlife populations, conserve valuable resources, and emphasize natural beauty.”

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Power Switch Taking a Home Off the Grid

by Jim Motavalli

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esse Stafford and Alyssa Craft quit their jobs in 2015, bought five acres of remote land far away from utilities and began building their 36-foot-by-36foot timber frame home from scratch.

Next up was a septic system, then a clean water source and, of course, alternative energy. Their rooftop solar panels are backed up by a reliable Honda generator.

They had some setbacks, which is to be expected. Now they’re blogging about it.

“We didn’t want corporate jobs, we didn’t want to live in the city, commute to work or have a mortgage payment,” they write in their online homestead journey at PureLivingForLife.com.

Off-the-grid living has become downright fashionable, especially for the eco-conscious. But leaving the rat race isn’t easy, and it’s not for everyone. Yet, anyone that wants to become more energy-independent can succeed without moving to an isolated cabin; and there’s never been a better time, because prices keep coming down and technology keeps improving. Choosing the best option depends on several factors, 16

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Preliminary Considerations

Power source: Choose from among

solar ($12,000 to $50,000, depending on the system’s size), wind ($6,000 to $22,000, including installation) or geothermal ($20,000 to $25,000).

Ample resources: Find out if there’s

steady wind, plentiful sun, a place to install geothermal pipes and whether the home is properly oriented for solar without obstruction by trees or tall buildings.

Electricity needed: Get a quick

average by adding up the wattage of all appliances, and then add 50 percent. The American average is 10,000 kilowatthours annually, although frugal folks can make do with less. The local utility company can also estimate energy needs based on past usage.

Realize that alternative energy doesn’t need to be an all-or-nothing proposition. For instance, a solar system

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A smaller and cheaper array with battery backup can be connected to essential services like the water heater, refrigerator and electric stove, with the grid handling heavier loads. Advantages are lower upfront cost and access to the grid when needed.

Connecting to the grid makes sense for all alternative power sources, because wind and solar are intermittent, and don’t always provide power. Also, most states offer net metering, which requires the local utility to pay for the electricity a homeowner puts back into the grid.

Solar: Plunging Costs Solar panels for electricity, usually made of silicon, consist of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight into direct current (DC).

Their cost has come down dramatically in recent years. In January, the average solar panel cost $3.14 a watt, a bottom line of roughly $18,000 with a six-kilowatt system big enough for most homes. The price fell 6.5 percent from January 2018, reports EnergySage.com, a solar vendor pricing source. A federal tax credit covers 30 percent of the cost, so the out-of-pocket cost for a system would be approximately $13,000 if installed before year’s end, when the full residential tax credit is available.

Partial tax credits will be available until they are phased out in 2022.

Ron Blumenfeld, a retired doctor in Fairfield, Connecticut, serves on his town’s sustainability task force and “went live” with his rooftop installation six years ago. “It’s turned out to be one of the best investments we’ve ever made— financially and environmentally,” he says.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is working toward residential solar to generate power at just five cents per kilowatt-hour by 2030, which means

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it will be far cheaper than grid electricity. Consumers can either buy a system outright or—as a popular alternative— lease the system with no upfront costs.

Leasing companies like SolarCity (now part of Tesla) pioneered this approach, in which consumers agree to buy electricity from the system installed on their roof.

Whether to add the extra expense of battery backup is important. A pair of Tesla Powerwalls will cost about $14,000 installed and store enough electricity to power a home for seven days. It’s suitable for people looking to go off the grid because the sun doesn’t always shine, and power generated on sunny days can be stored and used when it’s overcast.

Off-the-grid solar is not just for those living in sun-rich states. Installers can look at a property—often remotely, through applications like Google Earth—and determine if solar is appropriate. Sometimes a few trees will have to be sacrificed, but the benefits are manifold, and not just because there will be power during grid blackouts.

Wind: If the Resource is Right Wind power accounted for the largest share of renewable energy growth in 2017, reports the International Energy Agency, but it’s in its infancy for homeowners, partly due to an average cost of $48,000 to $65,000 per installed project.

Residential turbines have been installed in all 50 states, but many parts of the U.S. have marginal resources. Check the Department of Energy wind resource guide for local data at WindExchange.

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The best-case scenario is strong winds plus few neighbors close to a large property (and lenient zoning laws). Wind may work for the 19.3 percent of the population that lives in rural areas and the 21 million American homes built on properties of an acre or more.

However, it isn’t for everyone. James Weston, of Greene, Maine, installed his turbine 10 years ago, and considers his rooftop solar panels a better investment.

“By the time you put up your 100-foot tower to get the tower above the tree

Residential wind power is in its infancy in the U.S. line and optimize the wind resource, the return isn’t there,” he says, noting that his savings from the turbine amount to a few hundred dollars a year.

Bergey WindPower, maker of the 10-kilowatt BWC Excel 10 turbine ($31,770), recommends that a property have at least a 10 mph average wind speed, coupled with high electricity prices of 10 cents per kilowatt-hour or more. Also consider the neighbors: The system’s turbine is typically installed on an 80-to-100-foot tower, and so-called “viewshed” objections have taken down many projects (including Cape Wind, in Massachusetts).

With annual maintenance, the DOE reports that small wind turbines should last about 20 years, the same basic lifespan as solar panels. The federal production tax credit for wind is available this year, but won’t be available afterwards.

Some states offer incentives. A useful small wind guidebook can be found at WindExchange.Energy.gov/small-windguidebook.

Geothermal: Available Anywhere

Some common misconceptions about home geothermal are that consumers need to live in one of the planet’s “hot spots” (think Iceland, California or Utah). But the truth is the Earth’s temperature just below the surface almost anywhere is a constant 45 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit, and the Northeast and Midwest have the highest geothermal adoption rates. Geothermal

doesn’t necessarily require a large piece of property. Local geology will be a factor in siting and sizing the system.

Geothermal systems use underground pipes filled with refrigerant that absorbs warmth from the ground through a heat exchanger. In summer, that same underground temperature can be tapped to cool a home, combining heating and air conditioning in one system.

While it necessitates a relatively high upfront cost, low operating costs mean the systems can pay for themselves in less than 10 years. Most include a ground-source heat pump with a 50-year warranty. For a 2,500-square-foot home, an average off-the-electrical-grid system will cost $20,000 to $25,000 to install.

Bill Martin, in Quincy, California, runs an efficient three-ton geothermal system installed in 2014. “It’s been a very good experience,” he says. “I’m ecstatically happy.”

The same 30 percent federal tax credit that applies to solar also applies to geothermal for systems installed by 2020.

States also provide incentives. A detailed guide on availability is available at Tinyurl.com/GeothermalHeatPumpListing.

Special Considerations

Buildings, especially older structures, are usually sieves in terms of energy loss, so before investing in a system, check to see if the local utility provides free energy audits. Even if it’s not free, it’s worth finding out if the home needs new windows or strategically applied insulation.

There are scammers in every field, and alternative energy is no exception.

Ask providers for references to previous customers and check for online cautions from the Better Business Bureau, Yelp and others.

Alternative energy in any form can save money and precious resources. Explore the options thoroughly and choose wisely before pulling the plug.

Jim Motavalli, of Fairfield, CT, is an author, freelance journalist and speaker, specializing in alternative energy, clean automotive and other environmental topics. Connect at JimMotavalli.com.

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NATIVE INTELLIGENCE Planting an Eco-Friendly Yard

by Avery Mack

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aintaining a grassy yard or ornamental shrubs can be time consuming and less than eco-friendly. That’s why conservationminded gardeners are turning to lush, native landscaping as an aesthetically pleasing alternative to spartan, waterfree xeriscaping.

Native plants not only save water, they enhance local ecosystems by providing food and shelter for birds, bees, butterflies and wildlife. “Indigenous plants build healthy soil and retain and

replenish ground water,” says Michael Fleischacker, chair of landscape architecture and environmental sciences at Delaware Valley University, in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.

Accustomed to the climate and nutrients in their habitat, they don’t need the extra fertilizer required by exotic transplants. Natives are also better equipped to fend off harmful insects, reducing the need for pesticides.

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great eco-friendly remedies,” says Kimberly Button, an Orlando-based freelance journalist and author of The Everything Guide to a Healthy Home: All You Need to Protect Yourself and Your Family from Hidden Household Dangers.

A genuine indigenous plant in the U.S. predates European settlement. These natives grew in the wildlands of the regions where they evolved and adapted over hundreds or thousands of years.

However, what’s wild isn’t necessarily native. These days, the woods and forests are rife with alien species that escaped from non-native gardens or were planted to perform some specific purpose that went awry.

Kudzu, for instance, was imported from Asia and installed along roadways to prevent soil erosion. The perennial vine, which can grow up to a foot per day, has become the plague of the South, rooting out native plants and toppling trees under the sheer weight of its smothering foliage.

In 2013, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued a report summarizing numerous studies that concluded that non-native plants disrupt the food web and present a growing problem for “organisms that depend on native plants for food, shelter and places to rear their young.”

Natives vs. Nativars

While the harm caused by many invasive plants that evolved in a foreign habitat is well-documented and profound, the ecological impact of plant variations derived from native species—known as cultivars or nativars—is sometimes more subtle.

Cultivars have been developed to highlight specific traits, like larger blooms or longer bloom times. They may be bred for a stronger scent, or have the scent bred out of them in pursuit of another trait, making them less enticing to pollinators and wildlife.

One drawback to cultivars is what those “improved” traits can affect. “The native serviceberry (Amelanchier) has small, bright red berries birds love to eat,” Fleischacker says. “Because they add color to a winter yard or are used for

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wreaths and décor, cultivars were bred to produce larger berries. Birds choke on the bigger berry, unable to swallow them.”

A current, multi-year research project at the Mt. Cuba Center’s native botanical gardens in Hockessin, Delaware, is seeking to determine whether certain cultivars are as attractive to insects as their native counterparts.

What’s certain, say the experts: A gardener can’t go wrong with indigenous plants. “Native varieties have longer growing seasons, a decades-long lifespan and tight plant groupings to prevent weed growth,” Fleischacker says. Despite the perception by some that natives are boring, they can be showier than their cultivar cousins and also thrive in their region’s unique conditions.

“I keep my yard as natural as possible to co-exist with my neighbor, the Hiawatha National Forest, and its small animals and birds,” says Monica Cady, co-founder of the Herbal Lodge and a member of the Sault Ste. Marie Chippewa tribe in Hessel, Michigan.

Going Native

Transitioning to native landscaping isn’t as daunting as it might seem. Small changes can make a difference, and local plant nurseries can assist. Some may have a staff horticulturalist to help distinguish the natives from the nativars and to steer gardeners clear of invasive, water-guzzling, nutrient-needy nonnatives that will spread quickly and overwhelm the landscape.

Going native isn’t an all-or-nothing proposition, says Fleischacker. “Consult a local nursery or landscaper about adding natives to the mix. There are plants that love shade or sun, dry areas or damp.”

When planning, look past what’s trendy. “The ecosystem is set up to protect and promote beneficial insects and pollinators,” says Button. What was old can be new again.

Connect with freelance writer Avery Mack at AveryMack@ mindspring.com.

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THE ART OF HEALING Creative Therapy Aids Recovery

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or decades, creative expression has been a valuable tool in healing, and expressive arts therapy—the integrated application of two or more art forms—is now considered a life-changing modality for veterans and anyone else struggling with anxiety or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Also called creative arts therapy, this form of psychotherapy helps patients to process and express what is often beyond verbal language using music, art, dance, theater and writing as its primary modes of communication. “Individuals need no previous arts experience in order to benefit from working with a certified creative arts therapist,” explains Azizi Marshall, founder and CEO of the Center for Creative Arts Therapy, in Downers Grove, Illinois.

The National Intrepid Center of Excellence—an outpatient clinic specializing in traumatic brain injuries at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, in Bethesda, Maryland—ranks creative arts therapy among the top five most effective approaches in helping veterans.

A study of combat veterans and creative arts therapy conducted at Concordia University, in Montreal, reported considerable progress, especially in areas of expressing emotions resulting from trauma

and gaining understanding of symptoms such as depression, thoughts of suicide and insomnia.

Psychotherapist Cathy Malchiodi, Ph.D., has authored several books, including The Art Therapy Sourcebook, and uses expressive arts therapy in her Louisville practice. “I’ve worked with soldiers for the past 10 years, and find that much of their healing comes about through telling their stories on stage or participating as an actor within a play or improvisation.” Malchiodi also incorporates mindfulness practices, visual arts, music and some simple forms of yoga in her sessions.

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Expressive arts therapy is also making a positive impact on those suffering from panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, addictions, eating and attention disorders, dementia and chronic physical illness. “Creative arts therapy can be used across life challenges; for example, dance or movement therapy has supported women with breast cancer and eating disorders,” says Marshall, who has also witnessed the power of drama therapy to help reduce feelings of fear in clients diagnosed with anxiety and PTSD.

A 2015 study at Butler University, in Indianapolis published in the Journal of Speech Pathology & Therapy shows the significant effects of theater arts on individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

“Creative arts therapy can be successful in supporting children with autism, especially ways to practice social skills,” says Marshall. “The drama therapist uses role play, improv and games in order to facilitate interpersonal communication.”

Dopamine and Creating Art The multitasking neurotransmitter dopamine is one of the brain’s natural antidepressants and plays a key role in feeling pleasure and reinforcing habits. It reaches its highest levels during the initial stages of love, observing something of beauty or creating art.

A recent Drexel University study published in The Arts in Psychotherapy shows the neurological effects of drawing, coloring and simple doodling.

Increased circulation in the area of the brain correlating to pleasure and reward was evident, and this dopamine-dominant response is responsible for decreasing symptoms of anxiety and increasing feelings of joy and accomplishment.

Psychotherapist Doreen Meister, in Oakland, California, encourages her clients to focus on the process of creating, rather than the result. “Expressive therapies are an extension of the self-discovery continuum. I often hear, ‘I draw like a 2-year-old.’ To this I say, ‘Great! Draw like a 2-year-old!’ I believe that somewhere, many of us are told that creative expression must be a certain way. Creativity is a natural state, a human quality that we are born with, and the product of creation is not as important as the process.”

Creativity from a clinical perspective allows for new emotional vantage points, distance from situations and viewing experiences through a different lens. “Bringing in creativity offers a wider palette of tools or access points, and gives us another way to understand ourselves,” says Meister. “Creativity as a life force is accessible to all of us.”

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any of us equate fitness with going to the gym, but a good hike in a natural environment can foster unique benefits for both body and psyche.

Hiking or walking outdoors not only promotes heart health, helping to balance both blood sugar and blood pressure, it increases hip bone density to help reduce fractures, accord-

Any kind of walking can be a great boon to health. Recent research by the American Cancer Society involving 140,000 older adults correlates a lower mortality rate with even short intervals of walking. Individuals in the study that walked six hours a week lowered their risk of dying from cancer and cardiovascular and respiratory disease. It also shows that just two hours of walking per week could significantly improve health.

“Walking and hiking balance the body through natural movement, oxygenation of the cells and the use of our muscles as they were designed to be used,” says Dami Roelse, of Ashland, Oregon, author of Walking Gone Wild: How to Lose Your Age on the Trail. “Walking is in our genes; DNA molecules need to be stimulated regularly to express themselves, and walking does just that. It also improves mood and cognition.”

The beauty of hiking is that it offers a tailored experience according to ability and personal interests. Day hikes, whether in the countryside or in urban botanical gardens or parks, are uplifting and ideal for any fitness level.

Longer or overnight treks with a backpack of supplies offer healthy challenges and opportunities for total immersion in nature. Bringing the kids on a hike offers family fitness

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Exercise stimulates feel-good neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, but getting a workout in a natural setting fortifies the whole nervous system. A 2015 study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Science led by Stanford University researchers shows that walking in nature for 90 minutes decreases activity in the subgenual prefrontal cortex, the region of the brain most affected by depression. In contrast, individuals that walked in an urban environment did not reap the same results. Another 2015 study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology shows that nature walks improve memory and decrease anxiety in teens.

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A significant 2009 study by Japanese researchers published in Environmental Health and Preventive Medicine shows that just 20 minutes of walking in the woods decreases stress hormones. Forest bathing has also been shown to speed postoperative healing, improve concentration in children with attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder and fortify immunity with an increased number of NK, or natural killer cells.

Naturalist Melanie ChoukasBradley, in Washington, D.C., knows about Mother Nature’s therapeutic gifts firsthand. “I participated in some of the health research both in the field and the lab during a forest bathing trip to Japan,” says the author of The Joy of Forest Bathing: Reconnect with Wild Places & Rejuvenate Your Life. “My vital signs were checked before and after

shinrin-yoku walks, and in the lab my brainwaves were measured while viewing urban and forest scenes. My blood pressure was lower after every walk, and my brainwaves calmed while viewing forest scenes.” Choukas-Bradley emphasizes that forest bathing doesn’t require a forest setting, noting, “You can forest bathe in the desert, at the beach or even an urban park during a lunch break.”

Hitting the trails can also help us see life from another perspective.

“Forests are living, breathing organisms.

Mountains transcend my humanness,” muses Roelse. “It’s both a humbling and uplifting experience.”

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ood revolutionary Ocean Robbins has dedicated his life to inspiring others to rethink their food choices to transform both personal and planetary health. It’s a path forged in part by his father, John Robbins, who walked away from the family ice cream company, Baskin-Robbins, to become an acclaimed health advocate and author.

Together, father and son founded the 500,000-plus-member Food Revolution Network, an online education and advocacy platform that works for healthy, sustainable, humane and delicious food for all. Ocean launched Youth for Environmental Sanity (YES!) at age 16, and directed the organization for 20 years.

Ocean’s new book, 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your Body, Feel Great, and Transform Your World, aims to help individuals revamp their diets, and in turn, themselves and their communities.

It distills his lifetime of knowledge and

We hear incredible stories from members all over the world who are seeing radical changes in their health—reversing heart disease, losing weight, gaining energy and mental clarity. And we also hear inspiring stories of people turning food deserts into wonderful oases of healthy living; for example, Ron Finley, in South Central Los Angeles, who is known for saying that drive-throughs kill more people than drive-by shootings in his neighborhood.

He planted vegetables for the community in the curbside dirt strip in front of his home—and got cited by the city for it. He ended up getting the laws changed, and has since started The Ron Finley Project to create an urban community food hub where the community can come together to plant, learn and nourish themselves.

What are some ways busy people can connect with like-minded individuals to support healthy lifestyle and diet changes? wisdom on food, health and activism into an accessible how-to guide. Learn more at 31DayFoodRevolution.com.

What connections do you see between personal and planetary health?

In many situations in life, we have to compromise—but when it comes to food, the choices that are best for us personally also happen to be best for the planet. Eating a plant-based diet, organically grown when possible, is not only linked to the best statistical outcomes for long-term health and well-being, it also helps ensure healthy topsoil, water and a stable climate for future generations.

In what ways have you seen members of the Food Revolution Network transform their communities?

Start by finding out if you have loved ones who do share your food values, and nurture those relationships. Lean into those healthy relationships; you might be surprised how many people around you are also quietly trying to achieve similar goals.

You can also ask friends and family to be a food ally; even if they are not a full participant in your health regimen, they might be a fan or friend. That can mean preparing particular foods if you come for dinner or simply checking in on how you are doing with your goals and commitments.

You can widen your circle of healthy eating through meal swaps or other shared meal programs. It’s always easier to cook in larger quantities, and there is the added benefit of greater social connection with shared meals.

If you are looking for new friends and allies, it helps to connect to organizations that are already promoting healthy food hubs. There are April 2019

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All kids like creating special places, going on adventures, befriending animals, following maps and paths, and so on. ~David Sobel all about people/Shutterstock.com

In many situations in life, we have to compromise—but when it comes to food, the choices that are best for us personally also happen to be best for the planet. ~Ocean Robbins many listed in the back of 31-Day Food Revolution.

So many people struggle with loneliness, and some are afraid they will feel even more isolated if they step out into a healthy eating regimen. On the contrary, you can become a magnet for people who care about their world and aren’t content with the status quo. These friendships can often become deeper and more valued than ever.

What has been one of the biggest challenges you’ve faced in living a lifestyle against the societal grain, and how have you overcome it?

Impatience. I grew up eating all-natural food; my parents almost named me Kale, and I ate a lot of it growing up.

At a certain point, I saw that I had become judgmental and dogmatic when encountering people whose choices did not align with my own, though as Martin Luther King Jr. said, we have no moral authority with those who can feel our underlying contempt. I have since developed a profound respect for each individual’s unique values, needs, experiences and priorities. I advocate for people’s right to make their own choices about what they need. My goal is to help facilitate people’s choices, and to do so with compassion.

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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LOVING NATURE Outdoor Adventures for Kids

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etting kids off the couch and into the great outdoors can be a challenge when they tend to be better acquainted with the popular Angry Birds video game characters than with the real warbling ones. Unfortunately, studies show that digital devices, parental work overload and media-stoked fears of the outside world are currently making our kids nature-deprived.

Yet, they have an instinctive love of the outdoors, experts agree. “When given free access to nature, children’s play follows the same patterns all around the world,” says prominent environmental educator David Sobel, author of Wild Play: Parenting Adventures in the Great Outdoors. “All kids like creating special places, going on adventures, befriending animals, following maps and paths, and so on.”

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The more we encourage them, the more likely they’ll discover the thrills of the natural world—and numerous studies show that they’ll then be calmer and less stressed, better able to concentrate and less likely to be obese. Kids also are more “responsive and connected” when they are talking outdoors with adults than talking indoors, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology.

Here are some simple ideas to get started:

ones they hear. See if they can imitate the “secret” hiding place, stocked with lemonade, apples and fun books. tweets or find words that describe them.

Check out a bird-song beginner’s guide at Audubon.org/news/a-beginners-guide- Incorporate digital delights. common-bird-sounds-and-what-they-mean. Rather than competing with digital devices, integrate them into the nature experience. “A phone app like iNaturalist Create mud art. “Make a batch of mud and use it to create sculptures, paint lets kids take a picture and will identify the creature or plant for them,” says a masterpiece or just use it to jump in science teacher Jemma Smith, of The and get messy with,” suggests MaryElEducation Hotel, a UK-based tutoring len Mateleska, director of education and service. “Or have them take three artistic conservation at the Mystic Aquarium, in pictures of nature.”

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Build fairy houses. In a park, forest

Make dolls and critters. Kids can

or backyard, ask the child to find a quiet spot, like the base of a tree or under a bush, and build a tiny house using only their imagination and natural materials such as sticks, bark, grass, pebbles, feathers and pinecones. “The fun is ageless and connects you to nature in magical and memorable ways,” says Tracy Kane of Maine, whose website, FairyHouses.com, offers ideas and books.

use hibiscus or hollyhock flowers and toothpicks to make dolls with flowing skirts. Or they can collect leaves of different shapes and sizes and glue them together to create leafy creatures. “You can take it an extra step by inventing a story and creating a one-of-a-kind storybook,” says Mateleska.

kids requires them to use their phones as a GPS to find tiny treasure boxes that have already been hidden all over the countryside. “Most boxes have small trinkets to swap and a tiny book to sign their name,” says Smith.

Time It. Simply set the timer for an

hour, open the door into the back yard

Grow a garden. Using a kid-sized plot and let the kids “go at it,” as does writer

bugs and crawling things in the dirt and on leaves, then ask them to draw them.

Back home or at the library, kids can search in guidebooks or online to learn the critters’ names and traits.

of land—it can even be a big pot of dirt— give them a trowel, a watering can and easy-to-grow seeds such as radishes and carrots. Not only will they get exercise, a Texas A&M University study shows gardening makes kids more likely to choose veggies for snacks.

Attiyya Atkins, a mother of four in Pompano Beach, Florida. “Mostly it’s self-play, but I come out sometimes and teach them about nature, or we do art projects with leaves, rocks or dirt. It’s always naturally fun, and they’re pretty tired afterwards!”

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Invent a cozy hideaway. Under

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Befriend a bug. Help them look for

them how to listen carefully for bird songs and count how many different

the limbs of a big tree, old blankets and pillows can be used by a child to build a

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Nature in a Nutshell for Kids: Over 100 Activities You Can Do in Ten Minutes or Less, by Jean Potter Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature-Deficit Disorder,

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Help the kitten learn to love their personal litter box.

Most kittens can use a litter box at about four weeks. Just make sure its walls are low enough that they can hop in and out on their own. If a kitten or cat is avoiding the box, there’s likely a reason: location, type of litter or failure to clean it often enough.

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here’s nothing as endearing as a big-eyed kitten hopping sideways across the floor or curled into a small ball of fluff on our lap. Getting a new kitten started off on the right foot will ensure they grow up to be a healthy and happy companion.

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Prepare a sanctuary for the family’s new kitten.

When bringing a new kitten (or adult cat) into their new home, it’s best to separate the new addition in a little bed-andbreakfast-like setup of their own for at least a week. Put their litter box, bedding, food and toys in their space and keep noise, confusion and foot traffic to a minimum.

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Provide warm, snuggly sleeping quarters.

Felines, especially tiny ones, like their environment warmer than what humans generally prefer. Look for bedding that hasn’t been treated with flame-retardant chemicals such as PBDE; Swedish scientists have linked the chemical, commonly found in foam, to hyperthyroidism in cats. The best choice is wool, which is naturally flame resistant.

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Provide appropriate climbing and scratching surfaces.

Climbing and scratching are natural feline behaviors. Try burlap, cardboard and carpeted scratching surfaces, placed vertically and horizontally to meet all preferences. Keep the scratchers in areas where the kitten hangs out.

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Train kitty to use the scratching post.

Initially, it might help to apply catnip or attach a feather toy to make the scratching area especially appealing. Discourage any feline from scratching on inappropriate surfaces by attaching double-sided tape or inflated balloons to rugs or furniture that are off limits.

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Offer toys that bring out the feline hunter.

Think like a cat and buy or create toys that draw out their hunting instincts. A piece of string wrapped around the end of a stick dragged on the ground will bring out the stalker in almost any cat. So will ping-pong balls or small wads of paper flicked across the floor.

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Indulge most kittens’ love of boxes.

When cats in the wild feel threatened, they head for trees, dens or caves for safety. Domestic kitties don’t have that option, so their obsession with hiding in boxes may be an adaptation. Providing “hidey holes” may also help a kitten acclimate faster to their new home and family.

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Most cats fight being put into a carrier because it only hapProvide easy, safe access to the outdoors. pens when someone’s about to take them to a place they don’t Indoor cats need time outside. Consider building or want to go to. That’s why it’s a good idea to set up a carrier for a buying a safe, secure, outdoor enclosure (catio) for them to kitten on their first day home. Entice them to enter on their own hang out in when the weather is nice. using food treats, toys and comfy bedding.

Go slow with family introductions.

Introduce other members of the household to the new kitty one at a time. Ideally, introductions occur in a neutral location, like the living room, when the kitten ventures out to investigate.

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Consider adopting two kittens at the same time.

One of the best ways to avoid many common behavioral problems is to adopt a pair of kittens. Because they crave stimulation and interaction, adopting two provides instant playmates to occupy each other’s time.

Karen Becker is a proactive, integrative doctor of veterinary medicine who consults internationally and writes for Mercola Healthy Pets (HealthyPets.Mercola.com).

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fresh food diet (preferably raw) designed for cats at all stages of life.

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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.

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Paws to Read – 11am-Noon. School-aged children who are reluctant readers are invited to read to a registered therapy dog who loves to listen to stories.

Registration is not required but preferred by calling the branch. Held at multiple locations, check website or call for addresses. Free. IndyPL.org

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3

Indy Holistic Hub Business Build Up Breakfast Downtown – 9-10:30am. Start your day off by checking in, sharing successes, and asking for resources from Indy Holistic Hub. Bring your business cards. RSVP required online. Garden Table, 342 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis.

317-775-1418. IndyHolisticHub.com.

National Walking Day – Sponsored by the American Heart Association to raise awareness about the health benefits of going for a stroll. Document via social media #NationalWalkingDay.

THURSDAY, APRIL 4

Target $5 night at the Children’s Museum – 4-8pm. Enjoy all the fun activities and exhibits of the museum for reduced admission of $5. Sponsored by Target the first Tuesday of each month. $5. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, 3000 N. Meridian St, Indianapolis. 317-334-4000. ChildrensMuseum.org.

FRIDAY, APRIL 5

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, APRIL 6

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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. IndyFilmFest.org.

Indiana Artisan Marketplace – 10am-5pm. More than 100 participating art and food artisans recognized for their exceptional quality of work. Their work will be available for purchase, as well as for samples. $10; 14 and under, free. Exposition Hall, Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E 38th St, Indianapolis. IndianaArtisan.org.

Forks Over Knives: Film Screening and Discussion – 2-4:30pm. Join for the second movie in the Lifestyle Medicine/Food for Health film series. “Forks Over Knives” explores the connection between a plant-based diet and the prevention and reversal of chronic diseases. Following the film will be a panel discussion featuring local healthcare practitioners.

Free. Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair St, Indianapolis.

SUNDAY, APRIL 7

Yoga Nidra – 3-4:30pm. Gentle asana and pranayama practice, then guided “yogic sleep”. No prior experience necessary. $25. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis. 317-257-9642.

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TUESDAY, APRIL 9

Green Drinks Indy – 6-8:30pm. Join environmentally minded individuals the second Tuesday of the month for casual drinks and conversation. Free.

Location varies; check website for updated location.

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FRIDAY, APRIL 12

Indy Holistic Hub Business Build-Up Breakfast Northside – 8:30-10am. Start your day off by checking in, sharing successes, and asking for resources from Indy Holistic Hub. Bring your business cards.

RSVP required online. Another Broken Egg Cafe, 9435 N Meridian St, Indianapolis. 317-775-1418.

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Continuing Education: Joints and Glands Exercises – 6:30-8pm. Kanpur Joints and Glands series, focusing on the lower body. Practice of several therapeutic versions of yoga poses. No previous yoga experience needed. $15. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis. 317-257-9642. IPYC.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

Hoosier EVA Meeting – 10am-Noon. 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. Nora Public Library, 8625 Guilford Ave, Indianapolis. 317-2754470. HoosierEVA.org.

Orchid Show – 10am-5pm; Sunday, 10am-5pm. A weekend filled with displays of blooming orchids from across the Midwest, all competing for awards.

Orchids will be available for sale. $4/person; $10/ family. Garfield Park Conservatory and Gardens, 2431 Conservatory Dr, Indianapolis. 317-327-7184.

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Chakra Balancing Workshop with Natural Elements – 2-2:30pm. Come and learn how to naturally balance and revitalize the powerful energy centers of the body with Alana Hess of Naptown Flo. $35. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis.

317-257-9642. IPYC.org.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17

Wild Foods – 6:30-8:30pm. Join Chef Audrey and dive into the topic of why wild foods are so important for well-being. Four dishes will be demonstrated, tastings and recipes are included. $35. Ezra’s Café, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. RSVP at 317-255-3972 or EzrasEnlightenedCafe.com.

Walk the Talk - Enlightenment – 7-9:30pm. A TED Talk-inspired Talk Series. Six speakers, live music, light show and takeaways. $20; $5/kids 11 and under.

The Basile Theatre, 450 West Ohio St, Indianapolis.

WalkTheTalkeSeries.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 18

Conscious Self-Care Series: Exercise and Rest – 7-8pm. Join Dr. Scott Cooper and Dr. Vicki Knapke as they cover two of the Six Essentials for Health, where personal choices can be made to impact health positively. Learn what types of exercises work for using the body parts and muscles equally. Free. Morter HealthCenter, 10439 Commerce Dr Suite 140, Carmel. 317-872-9300. MorterHealthCenter.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20

Earth Day Indiana – 11am-4pm. One of the nation’s largest Earth Day festivals, this event combines environmental and conservation exhibits with live music, special activities for kids, and good food.

Military Park. Earth Day needs volunteers, please sign up if available. EarthDayIndiana.org.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24

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.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 27

Komen Race for the Cure – 7am. Help the fight against breast cancer by taking part in this annual event. The day will include opening ceremonies, the annual Pink Parade of breast cancer survivors, a 5K timed competitive run, a 5K non-competitive run/walk, a one-mile family walk and Kids’ Dash.

Registration required. Military Park, 601 W New York St, Indianapolis. KomenIndy.org.

Reach Out and ReadIN Children’s Day – 10am2pm. Families and children are invited for a celebration of language and literacy in support of Reach Out and Read Indiana. Event will feature celebrity guest readers, music, arts and crafts. Free. Central Library, 40 E St. Clair St, Indianapolis. 317-2754099. IndyPL.org.

Mutt Strut – 11am-3pm. The largest fundraiser event for the Humane Society of Indianapolis takes place at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Attend with or without a dog, walk the entire 2½-mile oval track or the short 1-mile course. IndyMuttStrut.org.

SUNDAY, APRIL 28

JCC Earth Day Community Celebration – 12-5pm. Award-winning celebration at JCC, featuring an afternoon of hands-on learning and activities for the entire family. Arthur M. Glick JCC, 6701 Hoover Rd, Indianapolis.

317-251-9467. JCCIndy.org.

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Indie 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. $5. Clay Terrace Mall, Carmel. IndyArtsVintage.com.

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First Class Free. New students are welcome to take their first class free any day. Select your class and bring your mat. Schedule available at IPYC. org. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis. 317-257-9642. IPYC.org.

Eskenazi Health Farmers’ Market – 11am1:30pm. Local produce, several vendors, meditation classes and fitness demonstration.

The Common Ground, Eskenazi Health, 720 Eskenazi Ave, Indianapolis. 317-880-4785.

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sunday A Positive Path for Spiritual Living –9:30am Meditation; 10am Celebration Service. 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.

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.

Kundalini Yoga – the Yoga of Awareness – 11am-12:15pm. Experience a vibrant mix of physical postures, breath work, meditation, mantra, mudra and sound vibration with Gong relaxation. $10. CitYoga, 2442 N. Central Ave., Indianapolis. 317-920-9642. CitYoga.biz.

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.

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monday 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.

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Evening with the Doctor – 7pm. Learn more about your body’s ability to self-heal, and the benefits of Bio-Energetic work. Free. RSVP requested. Morter HealthCenter, 10439 Commerce Dr, Ste 140, Carmel. 317-872-9300.

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PlayFULL Hours – 9-11am. Little ones can explore their world with different activities and unstructured play every week. These activities require parent participation and include a chance for parents to socialize, too. $3. Holland Park, 1 Park Dr., Fishers. 317-595-3111.

saturday Indy Winter Farmers’ Market – Thru 4/27.

9am-12:30pm. Connecting farmers and producers to the community, promoting access to local, healthy food for all. The market offers produce, baked good, meat, dairy and more, Circle City Industrial Complex, 1125 Brookside Ave, Indianapolis. GrowingPlacesIndy.org/indy-winterfarmers-market.

wednesday Preteen Yoga & Mindfulness – Thru 3/13.

4:30-5:30pm. Pre-teens can explore ways to decrease stress, increase flexibility, and renew their mind and body through yoga and fun selfcare activities. Holland Park, 1 Park Dr., Fishers.

317-595-3111.

Mindfulness Meditation – 5:30-6:15pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Meditation opportunity open to anyone wanting to practice mindfulness in a supportive community. Drop-in with Cos Raimondi, no registration necessary. $5 suggested donation.

Nourish Wellness, 826 W 64th St, Indianapolis.

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thursday 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.

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Vegan Buffet at Spice Nation – 5:30pm. The Indian restaurant features vegetarian and veganfriendly selection. Spice Nation, 4225 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis. 317-299-2127.

Meditation for Peace – 6:30-7:15pm. 1st, 3rd and 5th Mondays. Open to all, a time of spiritual connection and relaxation. Free. Unity of Indianapolis, 907 N Delaware, Indianapolis.

317-635-4066. UnityOfIndy.com.

Health & Wellness 101 Class – 6:30-8:30pm.

Learn how to support your health naturally and reduce chemical overload in your life. Essential oils, weight-loss support and more, with holistic health practitioner Kim Woods. Free. Held in Irvington. For more info and to RSVP: 317-4094981. BeAmazing.net.

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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.

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