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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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The Simple Pleasures of Connecting

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17 THE VACCINE PUSH Mandatory Laws vs.

Personal Choice

by Linda Sechrist

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When Melissa came to me with the opportunity to own and operate Natural Awakenings, a magazine that I had read and loved, I jumped at the opportunity.

We are both enthralled at this exciting new chapter we get to embark on with each other, and you, our loyal readers.

We hope to breathe new life into the magazine by providing our readers with reliable information monthly that you all can use in your life to help be healthier, happier, and hopefully a bit more enriched and informed. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for this opportunity to serve as your information ambassadors and look forward to a new chapter in our journey together.

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ugust 1 through 7 is World Breastfeeding Week, and New Orleans businesses are rising to this maternal call by doing their part to help promote breastfeeding awareness. Every month, ZukaBaby, Le Leche League NOLA and Nesting Mother Lounge offer breast-feeding support groups that give mothers access to a host of great information, including affordable latch clinics aiding in the transition to a breastfeeding lifestyle.

They also empower women to know their rights as mothers by handing out business cards in English and Spanish stating the law that affords women the right to breastfeed in public. Erin Reho Pelias, founder and owner of ZukaBaby, is a champion of this cause.

They offer classes that help make breastfeeding more comfortable, including nursing bras, fittings, stylish cover-ups and amazing recipes for homemade, nonprocessed, all-natural chemical free baby formula and baby food. Pelas, a certified holistic health counselor, also offers a home service to teach the basics at home.

At the end of the day, the most overwhelming key to a child’s success is the positive involvement of parents. ~Jane D. Hull

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Rolling an ankle over a tree root that is surreptitiously sticking out of the concrete on St. Charles or having our shins burn the day after a hard run, is probably a minor injury. Research indicates up to 70 percent of runners experience these symptoms each year. Ice the affected area for the first 48 hours, especially if there is swelling.

Try and keep it elevated and wrap it in an ACE bandage. Do not try and work out, that will only make it worse. Binge watch Netflix and enjoy resting for a few days.

After that, start workouts again, but stick to around 50 percent of maximum capacity and slowly get back up to 100 percent over the following four to six weeks.

If we killed it yesterday and now live in fear of laughing or sneezing for fear our abs will explode in pain, this is known as delayed-onset muscle soreness. Sometimes intense soreness can last for to three to five days, so drink lots of water in the meantime.

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any people have very different approaches to working out.

Some like zumba, yoga or Pilates, and perhaps have a personal trainer.

Some go to the gym every day buy a treadmill, watch DVDs and train in the park with no equipment other than nature. The point is that there are no rules—all we need is a goal and the will to accomplish it.

Some feed off of the energy created by all the people busting it at the gym right alongside them. The Tulane gym is a popular spot with graduate students, featuring a sauna, pool, racquetball courts, tennis courts, basketball courts and three floors of equipment of all kinds. Some use the city as their gym or take their dog for a run down picturesque avenues. Kids ride their bikes in Audubon Park with moms running in their wake.

It’s all there for the taking, the bottom line is find what is right for us. When we pick a gym, make sure it is not out of the way of our normal routine or we may not go. Still, a gym membership is not essential to getting into shape. Just do it.

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Consumer Reports reported that around 16 percent of ready-to-eat shrimp in the United States tested positive for disease-causing bacteria, including vibrio and E.coli. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration estimates that almost all of the domestic supply of ready-to-eat shrimp hails from India, Ecuador and Vietnam—countries that hold very different food and drug standards. Shrimp farms in these countries can be raised in tanks filled with antibiotics, chemicals and most disgustingly, fecal matter. These facts are cleverly hidden on labels and packaging. The best defense is to buy local.

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The study tested 60 adults with poor cholesterol lipid levels.

They were randomly split into two groups—one (control) was given lifestyle modifications (LSM) while the other was given LSM and consumed 40 grams (about 1.5 ounces) of shelled pistachios per day for three months.

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Not Just for Kids Any More Secret Garden and Enchanted Forest, by Johanna Basford, are two of the most popular titles on sale at Amazon.com—and both are coloring books for adults.

Featuring detailed black-and-white drawings of the flora and fauna that surround illustrator Basford’s Scottish home, Secret Garden has sold nearly 1.5 million copies.

Fans include Hollywood celebrities such as Zooey Deschanel, and when National Public Radio asked listeners for feedback, many indicated, “I thought I was alone.� The consensus is that adults are seeking to get in touch with their inner child. Beyond the nostalgic charm of coloring books, it’s also a good way for grownups to unwind and reflect. “So many people have told me that they used to do secret coloring when their kids were in bed,� says Basford. “Now it is socially acceptable, it’s a category of its own.�

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Potential sun host homeowners have a roof suitable for solar, but can’t afford panels.

Yeloha will install the panels for free in exchange for access to the solar power the panels create. Sun hosts also get about a third of the electricity created by the panels for free, translating to lower monthly power bills.

The remaining power is distributed to the sun partners—customers that want to go solar, but don’t have a proper roof or own their home. Sun partners can buy as many solar credits as they’d like from Yeloha at a price that’s less than what they’d normally pay to their utility. The service is currently operating in Massachusetts only, but has plans for expansion across the country.

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Disposable diapers are mostly indestructible, but a group of researchers led by Rosa María Espinosa Valdemar, at Mexico’s Autonomous Metropolitan University, Azcapotzalco, has found a way to degrade the soiled garments by growing mushrooms on them.

Disposable diapers can last for hundreds of years in landfills because they contain not only the plant-based material cellulose that mushrooms consume, but also nonbiodegradable materials such as polyethylene, polypropylene and the superabsorbent gel sodium polyacrylate.

The scientists grew the oyster mushroom, Pleurotus ostreatus, on a substance made from used diapers and were able to reduce the diaper’s weight and volume by u p t o 8 0 p e rc e n t . Fo r t h e experiment, the researchers only used diapers containing liquid waste.

They sterilized and ground up the garments; mixed them with lignin from the remains of pressed grapes, coffee or pineapple tops; covered the mixture with commercially available fungus spores; and kept it in a plastic bag for three weeks.

The resulting mushrooms had similar amounts of protein, fat, vitamins and minerals as in commercial yeast.

They’re not intended for human consumption, but could be used as a supplement in cattle feed.

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Crab Crisis

Valuable Horseshoe Species Going Extinct The horseshoe crab, which is not really a crab, but belongs to the taxonomical class Merostomata among arthropods, is about to join the long list of endangered species. Their potential extinction poses a major threat to pharmaceutical, clinical and food industries seeking the secrets to the species’ survival over more than 250 million years with minimal evolution, enduring extreme temperature conditions and salinity. Individuals are able to go without eating for a year.

Commonly found living in warm, shallow coastal waters on the sea floor, horseshoe crabs play an important ecological role. A continuing decrease in their population will affect other species, especially shorebirds that feed on the eggs, destabilizing the food chain. Sea turtles also feed on adult horseshoe crabs.

Scientists worldwide want to include the invertebrate in schedule IV of the Wildlife Protection Act of 1974, labeling them as an endangered species. Enforcement will include monitoring for improper uses of horseshoe crabs.

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Earthquakes Derail Dutch Gas Production Gas production by fracking in the Loppersum, Netherlands, area of the Groningen natural gas field, Europe’s largest, was suspended by a Dutch court after a home was damaged by earthquakes linked to the operation. Nette Kruzenga, co-founder of Groningen Centraal, one of two groups seeking an immediate halt in Groningen gas production, says, “It is clear the judge said that the situation around Loppersum is dangerous.�

The actions of Dutch officials are different than in the U.S., where many people acknowledge the same problem while others deny its existence. States that tend to cite the danger are those that have experienced damaging earthquakes, including Arkansas, Oklahoma, Ohio and Virginia. Deniers include big-fracking states such as California, Colorado and Texas.

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assie Block is a graduate of the Tulane’s School of Social Work.

By day, Block is a social worker in the psychiatric department at Ochsner Medical Center, and has spent years helping patients overcome their fears and inhibitions. It was just two years ago that she decided to conquer one of her own: the gym.

In true New Orleanian fashion, Block had been putting an abundance of the wrong type of food and alcohol in her system for many years, and remembers feeling like she needed to improve her physical and mental health. The first thing she did, and what she recommends anyone starting a similar journey do, is find someone that can help.

Block worked with a trainer that taught her the basics of gym equipment, but also spent time teaching her about the body’s anatomy and physiology.

Block has spent the last year paying that knowledge forward. “I love helping other people with their fitness goals now,” she says.

It seems that people love her help.

Block has more than 1,000 followers on Instagram (@fitcassie_88) and an amazing blog (FitCassie.Blogspot.com) where she documents her workouts, meal plans and all-around activity. Block’s advice for those that are starting a journey to health and wellness is, “Be really conscious about what you are eating. Everything you put in effects it. You sleep better and have more energy simply by eating unprocessed food, drinking lots of water and moving.”

Block advises newbies to start small, with attainable goals. “When I started, I would go to the gym and then go to Taco Bell,” she says. Although the post-workout “runs to the border” have stopped, Block stills allows herself some simple pleasures. “I had a donut this morning—I try and focus on taking care of my body, because I feel better. It’s about what I can have, not what I can’t.”

Throughout this journey, Block’s selfesteem has improved considerably. She

finally feels good in her body, or as she refers to it, her “temple”. Looking to the future, Block hopes to combined her two passions—social work and fitness—to work with bariatric (obese) clients. “I want to teach them how to eat and take care of self physically and mentally,” she states.

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On a typical college campus, it’s rare to see a student not plugged in while walking from class to class. Saying “Hi” to an acquaintance or complimenting someone in passing is nearly impossible.

These little day-to-day interactions could provide a steady source of simple pleasures for all if we regularly made the most of such opportunities.

Part of the reason we intentionally isolate ourselves might be the false belief that we’ll be happier by doing so, according to a recent University of Chicago study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology. When subway riders were asked how they thought they would feel if they spoke to a stranger, nearly all of them predicted that the ride would be “less pleasant” than if they kept to themselves. After the ride, however, the results were unanimous: Those that spoke to another person reported having a more positive experience than those that sat in silence.

Parents teach children not to talk to strangers, but as adults, we miss a lot if we don’t. Even small talk can make a big difference in the quality of our day.

It’s easy to try it to see if we don’t end up with a smile on our face.

It’s ironic that young people spend hours each day on social networking

sites, texting others and making plans with friends so they won’t sit alone at night, yet are getting worse at making such connections face-to-face. Even seated at the same table, conversational eye contact is becoming a lost art, another casualty of technology.

Talking with others correlates with better communication skills, too. A 20-year study from Stanford University concluded that its most successful MBA graduates were those that showed the highest interests and skills in talking with others.

So, instead of shying away from chatting with a fellow commuter or asking a cashier how her day is going, say “Hello.” It’s bound to make everyone’s day better.

Violet Decker is a freelance writer in New York City. Connect online at VDecker95@gmail.com.

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Both of my parents took time to connect with me, which had a huge impact on our relationship.”

Christine Carter, Ph.D., a sociologist with the University of California Greater Good Science Center, recognizes the importance of talking explicitly about values. When we see kids doing something we value, ask them how it made them feel, she advises. “Teens don’t necessarily know that their parents value character over grades,” Carter says, “particularly if parents tend to monitor grades more than aspects of a child’s character. What do you talk about more—their achievements or their character? If it’s the former, consider that you unintentionally might be sending the wrong message.”

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Shelly Lefkoe, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Guide to Effective Parenting, believes that children learn what we model as important values. She tells her daughters they should treat her with dignity and respect not because she’s their mother, but because, “That’s how you treat people and that’s how I treat them.”

Minneapolis college student Casey Martin often joins his father, Kirk, in presenting Calm Parenting workshops for parents, teachers and students around the country. In growing up, he’s seen firsthand, “If you have a connection with your kids, you can have a lot more influence on them.”

Noting that sometimes children feel like their parents love them, but don’t necessarily like them, Martin emphasizes finding ways to identify with their interests. “I love cars, and my dad used to invite me on test drives when I was a kid.

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Overprotection of children by what’s termed helicopter parenting, can cause a disabling sense of entitlement where kids begin to believe, possibly unconsciously, that they are entitled to a difficulty-free life, Carter observes. “There’s an epidemic of cheating because students don’t want to try hard, and they expect to be rescued,” she says.

“Although it’s terrifying to let our kids fail, when we don’t let them experience difficulty, they see mistakes as being so awful they must be avoided at any cost.

To gain mastery in any arena, we must challenge ourselves, even if that means making mistakes.”

“We lose sight that we’re not raising children, we’re raising adults,” says Malibu, California, marriage, family and child therapist Susan Stiffelman, author of Parenting with Presence: Practices for Raising Conscious, Confident, Caring Kids. “Empower them to cope with ups and downs. Help them know and trust themselves by not legislating their opinions and by allowing them to experiment.”

Children often struggle with transitions, especially when things don’t go as planned. Martin recommends, “When kids throw tantrums or argue to get out of a challenging situation that’s causing them anxiety, help them work through it. Tell them that you know they’re feeling anxious, that you’ve felt that way before, too, and then help by giving them something specific to do or focus on.”

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It made me want to take responsibility. ~Casey Martin proven to help kids learn to exert selfcontrol. America’s children aren’t allowed to roam freely outside to experience nature as previous generations did. In Last Child in the Woods, author Richard Louv cautions against being limited by modern factors such as restrictive subdivision covenants and media-induced fear.

“There are risks outdoors, but there are huge psychological, physical and spiritual risks in raising future generations under protective house arrest,” he says.

Louv prefers what’s called a hummingbird approach: “Hummingbird parents don’t hover over their kids with nature flash cards; they stand back and make space for exploration and problem solving through independent play, while remaining nearby, ready to zoom in at a moment’s notice if safety becomes an issue.”

Armin Brott, host of San Francisco’s Positive Parenting radio program, reminds parents to increase opportunities for independence as youngsters grow. “Test a child’s ability to handle more freedom by providing the opportunity to prove that they can. If they succeed, it’s a confidence builder. If not, it allows them to see for themselves that they’re not ready yet.”

Disciplined Communication

The first eight years of a child’s life are the most formative, effecting personal beliefs that will shape the adult that they’ll become, including impediments to fruitful self-expression. Fostering connection and confidence entails preventing children from forming negative beliefs while keeping them safe.

Lefkoe suggests focusing on what serves the child’s highest good in that moment. “Get to the source of problems instead of talking about your expectations not being met, which is irrelevant,” says Lefkoe. “Guide them to learn to discern what works and what doesn’t. You want your child to thrive, instead of always trying to live up to others’ expectations.” natural awakenings

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Parents can serve as a safe haven for kids. Stiffelman says, “Allow them to speak the truth without being corrected or shamed. If they tell you they’d like to do something you don’t approve of, resist the urge to react with immediate advice and talk to them about their decision-making process. Be present enough for them to let them hear themselves think out loud.� “Children need affection, attention, acknowledgment and unconditional love, not discipline. When you punish kids, they feel absolved: ‘I did something bad, I got punished, now we’re even,’� says Lefkoe. When they get caught doing something they shouldn’t be doing, she recommends (with children as young as 5) asking them, “What are the consequences of your actions? Do you want to live with them? Your goal with this conversation should be that your child walks away feeling like they made a mistake, but it was a great learning opportunity.�

As kids mature and are faced with potentially dangerous scenarios, “You don’t want them worrying about what their friends will think; you want them thinking about the consequences,� says Lefkoe.

If you can’t explain something to a 5-year-old, you don’t really understand it; they make you think about what you know. ~Armin Brott

Navigating the Teen Years

The intense journey of adolescence is about discovering oneself and how to reach full potential. Carter says, “I had to constantly remind myself that this is their journey, not mine, and that it’s going to sometimes be dark and difficult.� “The more power you give kids, the less they feel the need to test the universe,� says Lefkoe, who reminds parents that while it’s relatively easy to control young children, rebellious teenagers are harder to handle when they feel they have something to prove to an overbearing parent. Offering calculated risk-taking opportunities that don’t involve drugs and alcohol is beneficial in the teen years. “You want them to know how to handle freedom and be responsible once they are on their own,� she says.

“When I got my driver’s license, I always came home before curfew,� says Martin. “I learned that if I could control myself, my parents didn’t feel the need to control me, which gave me a ton of power in my life.�

Brott observes that as the parenting role changes, “We can offer to help, but it’s equally important to learn to let go and admire the young adults they’re becoming.�

Teens desperately want to not feel like a kid, adds Stiffelman. “They may tell you to back off, but stay present and engaged—like wallpaper. The more you ask their opinion or invite them to teach you something, the more they’ll feel your support.�

With sex education, the authors of The New Puberty, Pediatric Endocrinologist Dr. Louise Greenspan and Adolescent Psychologist Julianna Deardorff, Ph.D., emphasize the importance of being approachable from a young age, so kids naturally turn to their parents when sensitive questions arise. “It shouldn’t be about having ‘the talk’; it’s about maintaining an ongoing conversation,� says Greenspan. “Body

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Deardorff says, “Pubertal changes happen over time, so be patient. Parents have a lot of anxiety and anticipation about puberty. When you start to see the first signs, you don’t have to communicate everything all at once.”

Consider throwing a puberty party or a health workshop for a son or daughter and their friends. Invite a parent that is comfortable with the subject matter—a nurse, physician or teacher—to get the conversation started. “Fight the urge to emotionally or physically withdraw,” counsels Deardorff.

“Sharing activities is a form of communication, too.”

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“By paying attention, we can learn a lot of skills from our kids,” says Brott. Generally, youngsters have a greater tolerance for other people’s mistakes and opinions than adults, and tend to be more laid back. They regularly teach spiritual lessons about giving and receiving love and happiness in ways we never imagined.

Through all the inevitable challenges, Stiffelman notes, “When parenting with presence, we orient ourselves with whatever good, bad or difficult moment is unfolding and bring more of our self—our heart, consciousness, understanding and compassion—to hold steady as the seas get rocky. Children offer us opportunities to confront the dark and dusty corners of our minds and hearts, creating conditions to call forth the kind of learning that can liberate us from old paradigms.”

It all allows us to lead more expansive and fulfilling lives as we open ourselves to more of the love, learning and joy that the adventure of parenting can bring. When we embrace the healing and transformation that is being offered through parenting with presence, the rewards can be limitless.

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appier kids are more likely to become successful, accomplished adults. Looking at the science can show what works in raising naturally healthy, happy kids.

Put on Your Own Oxygen Mask First.

How happy parents are dramatically affects how happy and successful their kids are.

Teach Self-Discipline. Self-discipline in kids is more predictive of future success than intelligence or most anything else good. Start teaching it by helping kids learn ways to distract themselves from temptation.

Choose Gratitude, Forgiveness and Optimism. Optimism is so closely related to happiness that the two are practically interchangeable. Teach pre-teens to look on the bright side.

Raise their Emotional Intelligence. It’s a skill, not an inborn trait. Parents can help by empathizing with children facing difficult emotions and helping them identify and label what they are feeling. Let them know that all feelings are okay, even though bad behavior isn’t.

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Rig their Environment for Happiness.

Monitor a child’s surroundings so that the family’s deliberate happiness efforts have maximum effect.

Build a Village. The breadth and depth of our positive relationships with other people is the strongest predictor of human happiness.

Form Happiness Habits. Turn these happiness skills, plus the positive skills parents already have, into habits.

Expect Effort and Enjoyment, Not Perfection. Parents that overemphasize achievement are more likely to have kids with higher levels of depression, anxiety and substance abuse compared to others. Praise effort, not natural ability.

Enjoy the Present Moment. We can be super-busy and deeply happy at the same time by deeply experiencing the present moment.

Christine Carter, Ph.D., is the author of Raising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents and The Sweet Spot: How to Find Your Groove at Home and Work. She is a senior fellow at the University of California, Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center. Learn more at ChristineCarter.com.

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ront-page headlines about questionable research, corporate manipulations, purchased politicians, medical cover-ups and whistleblower reports have left Americans feeling hoodwinked and skeptical. According to a new Pew Research Center study, the public doesn’t trust the information they’re fed on issues such as genetically engineered crops and now, mandatory vaccines.

The current state of distrust of scientific statistics and their impact on our lives doesn’t bode well for lawmakers attempting to build consensus for uniform mandatory vaccination intervention.

The current rush to pass such legislation is largely due to 169 cases of measles reported between January 4 and April 17, encompassing 20 states and the District of Columbia, all traced to a traveler infected overseas that then visited a California amusement park.

Common sense and independent research counters the stance that would rob individuals of their moral right to conscientious, philosophical and personalbelief exemption from being subjected to vaccines. Hard evidence in a plethora of published studies further identifies genetic factors that could cause the development of adverse effects to vaccines.

Yet, “There is no available evidence on vaccines’ effectiveness that is placebocontrolled, plus the health effects of

vaccines in combination have never been studied, certainly not the 69 total doses of 16 types of vaccines given to children starting 12 hours after birth through age 18,” says Sayer Ji, a member of the National Health Federation board of governors and founder of GreenMedInfo.com.

“Vaccine risks for anyone can range from zero to 100 percent, depending upon one’s genes, microbiome DNA, environment, age and health at the time of vaccination and the type and number of vaccines given,” advises Barbara Loe Fisher, president and co-founder of the

nonprofit National Vaccine Information Center, headquartered in Vienna, Virginia.

“Vaccines are not safe or effective for everyone because we’re not all the same and we don’t all respond the same way to pharmaceutical products,” says Fisher.

She notes that responses to infectious diseases and the risk for complications can also vary, depending upon similar factors.

Among the most prominent warnings on vaccine ingredients, concerned doctors, researchers and medical whistleblowers cite dangers of the toxin thimerosal, a mercury-containing preservative used in some vaccines and vaccine adjuvants such as aluminum gels or aluminum salts added to elicit a stronger immune response against the germ the vaccine introduces into our body.

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Be Weather Wise. Check the forecast before heading out and be conscious of any sudden climate changes. Leave the water or the area in the event of thunder or lightning. Tall buildings or mountains may block the view of the sky, and storms can pop up quickly, so Benjamin recommends using a battery-powered portable radio or smartphone app for weather updates. Wind and atmospheric pressure shifts can stir up waves for hours, so hesitate before returning to the water after a storm.

Glean Information. “I can’t think of a time I’ve jumped into water I knew nothing about,” says Radville. “Some research prior to swimming is definitely advisable.”

Renowned coach Steven Munatones, founder of the World Open Water Swimming Association, suggests walking along the beach to look for caution signs, surf conditions boards, flags, buoys, rope lines and available rescue equipment, plus emergency callboxes that pinpoint one’s location if cell phone service is weak.

Even seemingly pristine waters can be contaminated by harmful bacteria, algal blooms or runoff pollutants after rain. “Chat with local beach-goers, swimmers, boaters or fishermen about current swimming conditions in designated areas,” counsels Munatones, and check social media sites

like Facebook and area online swimming forums.

Steer Clear. Be mindful of hidden underwater hazards, ranging from sharp objects to submerged construction, which can create turbulent water and strong undercurrents. Swim in lifeguardprotected areas away from windsurfers, jet skiers and boaters that may not hear or see swimmers, adds Munatones.

Respect Marine Life. Munatones advises giving marine life, however beautiful, a wide berth. “I’ve swum around the world with all sorts of intriguing sea life,” he says, “and these are wild animals, not the friendly ones you see in marine parks.” Stop swimming and watch the animal until it’s moved on.

Be Water Wise. Water temperature, depth and movement, which fluctuate with rain, tides and wind, can also make conditions unpredictable, so research a destination beforehand. Pockets of cold water within an otherwise tepid mountain lake could induce a gasp response or hyperventilation, says Munatones, and prolonged immersion increases risk of muscle impairment and hypothermia.

Likewise, an unexpected drop in the

Nature is unpredictable, and there are inherent risks associated with swimming in open water, so I always swim with a buddy for companionship and basic safeguarding. ~Kate Radville water floor may provoke panic. “Physically, someone capable of swimming in three feet of water can also swim in 300 feet,” says Munatones. “But mentally, deep water can feel spooky.”

Rip currents are powerful streams that flow along the surface away from the shoreline. They may be easily spotted from the beach, but often go unnoticed by swimmers. “A potentially fatal mistake is allowing a ‘fight-or-flight’ response to kick in and trying to swim against the current, because rips are treadmills that will exhaust your energy,” cautions Benjamin.

Instead, flip, float and follow the safest path out of the water, a technique that conserves energy and alleviates stress and

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Watch for Waves. Swim facing oncoming waves and dive under the powerful white foam, coaches Munatones.

“Feel the swell wash over you before coming up to the surface.” If knocked off balance by a wave, relax, hold your breath and wait for the tumbling to cease. Swim toward the light if disoriented under the water, and make sure your head is above any froth before inhaling.

“Your lungs are your personal flotation device that keep the body buoyant,” says Benjamin. “Lay back and focus on your breathing.”

While Coast Guard-approved flotation devices should be worn by children at all times, they are not substitutes for supervision, says Rob Rogerson, a lifeguard and ocean rescue training officer in Palm Beach County, Florida. “Parents must watch swimming and non-swimming children vigilantly.”

“The power of the open water is immense,” says Munatones. “Be respectful, always.”

Lane Vail is a freelance writer and blogger at DiscoveringHomemaking.com.

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Some people talk to animals. Not many listen, though. That’s the problem. ~A. A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh

Brave New World In less than 10 years, we’ll see a universal translator for communicating with dogs and cats, predicts Con Slobodchikoff, Ph.D., professor emeritus of biological sciences at Northern Arizona University, in Flagstaff. Just like language apps change, for example, a French phrase into English, the device would translate barks into “Put on Animal Planet,” or meows to “Feed me tuna.” Computers will foster better understanding between humans and animals.

David Roberts, a computer science assistant professor, and his team at North Carolina State University, in Raleigh, have received a grant from the National Science Foundation to develop a collar to send wireless instructions to dogs via vibrations.

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Author Frances Hodgson Burnett captures the essence of this childlike sensibility in A Little Princess: “How it is that animals understand things I do not know, but it is certain that they do understand. Perhaps there is a language which is not made of words and everything understands it. Perhaps there is a soul hidden in everything and it can always speak, without even making a sound, to another soul.”

In Portland, Oregon, intuitive Melissa Mattern relates examples supporting Burnett’s premise from her own experiences. “My newest cat, Rocket, beat up my other cats and ran amok. Nothing helped until I took a class in animal communication.” She asked her other cats what to do.

“They were clear that I should have consulted them before bringing Rocket into the house,” she says. “I asked Rocket if he would like another home and the picture of a chef’s hat popped into my mind. When we found the perfect home for Rocket, the man was a chef whose only other pet is a turtle that lets Rocket sleep with him. Everyone is happy with the results.”

Charli, a 14-year-old pointer, travels the world with her family. Her owner, Cynthia Bowman, shares one of her favorite stories: “As we planned our move to Spain, Charli got ill. I explained, ‘We want you to go too, but if you can’t, tell me.’ A picture of a smoked ham popped into my head.

I didn’t understand, but Charli got well and went along,” she says. “In our new Gipuzkoa neighborhood, a deli sells hams, just like I pictured. I can’t explain how Charli knew.”

It becomes a matter of trust. “Thoughts or mind pictures can be easy to dismiss or mistrust as imagination,” she comments.

“Every species has something they do best. With humans, it’s problem solving and advanced thinking. We’ve separated ourselves from nature. We need to remember we’re all interconnected,” Bender says. “When we learn to tune into ourselves, be heart-centric and radiate compassionate energy, it makes us irresistible to other creatures.”

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MONDAY, AUGUST 10

First Degree Reiki Class – 11am - 7pm. (2-day 8/1&2) w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others.

No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.

2020 MOM – 6pm-7pm. Nola Nesting doulas are hosting a monthly meeting for new moms and mos-to-be in response to the national call to action by the 20/20 Moms Project to discuss challenges and feelings about caring for an infant. 2122 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 4

Ideal Protein Weight-Loss Program – 12:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan Presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program. Free. Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr. Info: 504-454-2000.

Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 6:15 & 7:45pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep Tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. By appointment only. $30. 504-293-0972

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5 Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 12:45 & 2:15pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep Tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. By appointment only. $30. 504-293-0972 Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 5:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center. Free. 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr. For info: 504-454-2000.

Gene Key – 6:30-8:30pm. Led by Cindy Daigle. Energy Exchange $15.00. Journey into Wellness Center, 3939 Houma Blvd, Bldg 3. Suite 15. Info: 504-931-6494.

Reservation Required

THURSDAY, AUGUST 6 Swedish Massage Clinic – 6:15 & 7:45pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic.

Swedish is good for overall relaxation & increasing flexibility. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. By appointment only. $30.

504-293-0972 La Leche League of Jefferson Meet-up – 6-7pm.

Destination Maternity on corner of 17th St and N. Causeway in Metairie. Open to all women interested in breastfeeding. Your children are welcome. www.

LLLJefferson.com.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 Swedish Massage Clinic – 12:45 & 2:15pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall relaxation & increasing flexibility. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. By appointment only. $30.

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 First Degree Reiki Class – 11am - 7pm. (2-day 8/8&9) w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others.

No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11

Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 6:15 & 7:45pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep Tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. By appointment only. $30. 504-293-0972

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 12:45 & 2:15pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep Tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. By appointment only. $30. 504-293-0972 Swedish Massage Clinic – 6:15 & 7:45pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic.

Swedish is good for overall relaxation & increasing flexibility. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. By appointment only. $30.

504-293-0972 Guided Meditation – 6:30-8:30pm. Deep meditation to go into your own auric/energy field to clear and build frequency using guided meditation led by Cindy Daigle. Energy Exchange $15.00. Journey into Wellness Center, 3939 Houma Blvd, Bldg 3. Suite 15. Info: 504-931-6494.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 Synergetic ™ Myofascial Therapy Continuing Education Workshop in New Orleans at Loyola University. With Magnus Eklund, KMI and Rolf Guild Advanced Structural Integrator. August 14-16.

9am-6:30pm. Level 1 - 25 CE Hours. Louisiana (LAP 122), Florida 50-9284, NCBTMB 450063-06, Alabama & Mississippi (MAP 29) approved CE provider. www.mindandbodyinc.com. Contact Magnus at: magnusE@aol.com or 601-500-0337 to sign up.

Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 12:45 & 2:15pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep Tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. By appointment only. $30. 504-293-0972

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 Synergetic™ Myofascial Therapy Continuing Education Workshop – See listing on Friday, August 14.

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July 18 & 19 Seasons of Shiatsu: Summer- Rejuvenation Carlene Banister, AOBTA August 22-24 Medi Cupping Annie Garic, ACE September 12- 13 Intro to Thai Massage Mark Percy, LMT September 26- 27 Hot Stone Massage Derrie Bergeron October 17 Seasons of Shiatsu Late Summer- Restoration Carlene Banister, AOBTA October 18 Seasons of Shiatsu Autumn- Preparing Carlene Banister, AOBTA October 23-25 Ortho-Bionomy: The Use of Presence- aka Phase 6 Richard Valasek, RN November 13-15 Basics of Cranio Sacral Peggy Scott, LMT Certified Somatic Therapist November 21-23 Massage Cupping Intro & Certification Annie Garic, ACE

Saturday Morning Massage Clinic – 9:15 & 10:45 am. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. August 15th- Swedish; 22nd- NMT; 29th-Deep Tissue. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. By appointment only. $30. 504-293-0972 First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (2-day 8/15&16) w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin.

Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250.

Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 16 Synergetic™ Myofascial Therapy Continuing Education Workshop – See listing on Friday, August 14.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 18 Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 5:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center. Free. 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr. For info: 504-454-2000.

Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 6:15 & 7:45pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep Tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. By appointment only. $30. 504-293-0972

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19 La Leche League of Jefferson Meet-up – 9-10am.

Destination Maternity on corner of 17th St and N. Causeway in Metairie. Open to all women interested in breastfeeding. Your children are welcome. www.

LLLJefferson.com.

Gene Key – 6:30-8:30pm. Led by Cindy Daigle. Energy Exchange $15.00. Journey into Wellness Center, 3939 Houma Blvd, Bldg 3. Suite 15. Info: 504-931-6494.

Reservation Required.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21 Swedish Massage Clinic – 12:45 & 2:15pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall relaxation & increasing flexibility. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. By appointment only. $30.

504-293-0972 Spiritual Cinema - The Wizard of Oz – 7pm. When was the last time you saw this magical, mystical, metaphysical masterpiece on the big screen? Join us at Unity of Metairie for a night of fun, fellowship and popcorn to relive this classic film that has captured the hearts of millions! ‘There’s No Place Like Home’ Donation $5. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie (behind Parran's PoBoys). 504-885-7575.

December 12 & 13 Reiki I & II Sunny Robichaux, Reiki Master

New Baby Care Basics – 11am-1pm. This class is designed for parents, grandparents and care providers to learn about the first three months with a newborn. This class covers swaddling, diapering, feeding/sleeping routines, calming a fussy baby, bathing, and parent self care during this special time. 2122 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130.

First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (2-day 8/22&23) w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin.

Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250.

Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.

Young Lavender Buds – 3pm. Want to learn the basics of essential oils and how to live a cleaner or natural life? This is your first step towards a chemical free and healthy lifestyle! I will explain the basics and set you on a path to healthy living and give you recipes for success!

As always all classes are FREE so you have nothing to lose but so much to gain! Email Coco for a reservation for the online class Coco@YoungLavenderBuds.com or call 504-344-7320

SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 Young Lavender Buds – 11am. Want to learn the basics of essential oils and how to live a cleaner or natural life? This is your first step towards a chemical free and healthy lifestyle! I will explain the basics and set you on a path to healthy living and give you recipes for success!

As always all classes are FREE so you have nothing to lose but so much to gain! Email Coco for a reservation for the online class Coco@YoungLavenderBuds.com or call 504-344-7320

TUESDAY, AUGUST 25 Ideal Protein Weight-Loss Program – 12:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan Presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program. Free. Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr. Info: 504-454-2000.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26 Guided Meditation – 6:30-8:30pm. Deep meditation to go into your own auric/energy field to clear and build frequency using guided meditation led by Cindy Daigle. Energy Exchange $15.00. Journey into Wellness Center, 3939 Houma Blvd, Bldg 3. Suite 15. Info: 504-931-6494.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29

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Medi- Cupping – 9am-6pm. (3-day workshop: 8/22,23&24) Learn to use vacuum therapy for client's health concerns; a great adjunct to massage, PT & Chiropractic. CEUs for LMTs, Call for information: 504-293-0972, cell: 504-352-0039 Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, Metairie.

First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (2-day 8/29&30) w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin.

Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250.

Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.

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“Secrets to Ultimate Success” – 6:30pm. Led by Mike Wittenbrink at Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave.

Note: All Calendar events must be received via email by August 10 for the September issue. $15/Event Calendar or Ongoing Calendar listing. $30/PlanAhead Events, $69 MarkYourCalendar. Qualified, free community wide events are listed for free as space is available. Submit entries to Coco@nalamag.com.

Call 504-344-7320 for more information.

Power Yoga – 12:30pm, also Thursday at 12:30pm.

Prepare to work hard and sweat! A physically and mentally challenging class that is powerful and energetic but still incorporates the vinyasa flow of coordinating movement with the breath. Recommended for yogis with more than three months experience. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St., New Orleans, 985-640-2648.

sunday Peace and Healing Services – 9am. Led by Mike Wittenbrink. Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave, NOLA. Sunday School Classes/Unity of New Orleans – 9:30am. Unity offers Sunday morning classes prior to the Sunday service: A Course in Miracles (also Wed 6:30pm) and Science of the Mind. Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave, NOLA. Sunday Celebration Service – 11am. Unity of Metairie has an inspiring, energetic, contemporary service. Great music and powerful, heartfelt talks as we celebrate the Divine Presence in all of life. Honoring all religions, paths and lifestyles. Love offering. Jack Fowler, Spiritual Director. 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie (behind Parran’s PoBoys). 504-885-7575.

Sunday Service at Unity of New Orleans – 11am. A loving family of spiritual seekers who honor all paths to God. Also 9am Meditation Service; 9:30am Sunday School Classes (A Course in Miracles and Science of Mind). Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St. Charles Ave, NOLA. Young Lavender Buds – 11am. Want to learn the basics of essential oils and how to live a cleaner or natural life? This is your first step towards a chemical free and healthy lifestyle! I will explain the basics and set you on a path to healthy living and give you recipes for success!

As always all classes are FREE so you have nothing to lose but so much to gain! Email Coco for a reservation for the online class Coco@YoungLavenderBuds.com or call 504-344-7320.

Open Community Reiki Share – 1-3pm. For anyone wanting to experience Reiki or practice after training.

Led by Reiki masters. Suggested donation $10. Affordable Healing Arts in NOHC, 2372 St Claude Ave, Ste 220. Contact: Kathryn 213-256-9591 or David 504-233-8555.

Breathe and Flow – 2pm. Incorporate elements of music and breath, work to deepen your practice. Open to all levels. Transform NOLA, Mia Oramous, RYT 500/ ACE PT, 8422 Oak St, New Orleans, 985-640-2648.

Energy Work Meditations/Freedom & Calm – 7-8pm.

For beginners & advanced practitioners. Option to receive energy work, quiet the mind, recover from burnout, reduce stress, balance chakras in a sacred space for healing. $20 drop-in. Arrive 10 mins early.

Audubon Yoga, 511 Octavia St. For info call Matthew 504-457-1717 or MeditateWithMatthew@gmail.com.

monday Yoga Diva Harahan – 8-9am & 6:30-7:30pm. Relax body, focus mind, deepen self-awareness. Navigate through postures and flow, growing flexibility, strength, concentration, breath, and range of motion. Kali Ray TriYoga. $15 drop-in; $60/8 classes within month.

5700 Citrus Blvd, Upstairs in Curves. Contact Karen: 504-220-5325.

Mommy & Me Play Group with Occupational Therapist – 10:30am-Noon. Free play group with occupational therapist. ZukaBaby 3248 Severn Ave. Metairie.

Yoga – 1:30pm. Asansas (positions) to connect body and mind. Breathing techniques to connect conscious and unconscious. Chakra meditation to connect the individual to the vibrational energy of the cosmos.

Gwendel Booth, Hatha Ashtanga Yoga Instructor. $15. Pay as able. Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, Abita Springs. 985-892-8111, WomensCenterForHealing.org.

Stronger, Leaner, Longer – 5:15pm. Work on alignment issues in the Pilates-based strength class that builds muscle and tones without bulk, improves posture, protects your joints and keeps your spine safe. Feel energized and build a leaner physique! Group Class Screening required. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St., NOLA 985-640-2648.

Fountain of Youth Yoga Class – 6pm. Back Pain, Fatigue & Sleep Apnea Gone! No Flexibility Required More Strength & Endurance Without Straining. Free. Metaphysical Resource Center in Metairie 1708 Lake Ave Metairie. Info/Reg: 504-507-0765, HolisticPersonalTraining.org.

Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15pm-7:15pm.

Practice a martial art of peace for everybody whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, community, and fun!

First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal/Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. Info: 504-208-4861, info@nolaaikido.com.

Introduction to Nichiren Buddhism – 7-8:15pm.

Learn how to activate your greatest potential, increase your compassion and achieve absolute happiness. Free.

SGI-USA Buddhist Center, 1331 Prytania St, NOLA. Info: 504-310-2011.

tuesday Crescent City Farmers Market/Uptown – 9am-1pm.

Open-air market with fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and pies, bedding plants, dairy products, freshly cut flowers. Located in the parking lot of Uptown Square.

Story Time – 1:30pm. Free. ZukaBaby, 3248 Severn Ave., Metairie.

wednesday Yoga Diva Harahan – 8-9am & 6-7pm. Relax body, focus mind, deepen self-awareness. Navigate through postures and flow, growing flexibility, strength, concentration, breath, and range of motion. Kali Ray TriYoga. $15 drop-in; $60/8 classes within month.

5700 Citrus Blvd, Upstairs in Curves. Contact Karen: 504-220-5325.

Align and Flow – 12:30pm. Class begins with pranayama (breathwork) and intention setting, which are woven throughout class as you move through poses, connecting mind, body and soul throughout practice.

Class is challenging yet manageable. Suitable for beginner to intermediate level students. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St., NOLA 985-640-2648.

Crescent City Farmers Market/French Quarter – 2-6pm. Fresh produce, pastured meats, seafood, dairy, breads and baked goods. Live music. 1235 N. Peters St, NOLA.

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Qigong/Dao-In with Debra Howard – noon - 12:45pm. (also Thurs). Qigong translates as Qi cultivation through skillful practice; Dao-In is self-care. Experience myriad ways to balance one’s Qi and life. Bring a mat. $5/class.

New Orleans Healing Center, 4th Fl. Contact: 985-4670900 or DC@AffordableHealingArts.com.

THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF LOUISIANA NEEDS VOLUNTEERS – To find out how you can help contact Jeff Dorson at 901-268-4432 or StopCruelty11@gmail.com.

Learn Emotional Freedom Technique – 7–8pm. Learn EFT, or ‘tapping’ – a gentle, self-administered acupressure technique for diminishing or clearing physical and/or emotional pain. Affordable Healing Arts in the NOHC, Ste 220. RSVP: Gail Gillespie 504-442-8762.

SPAYMART – Feeding and cleaning kennels at our Cat Adoption Center and displaying merchandise at our Thrift store in Metairie. Contact Patsy Watermeir, Volunteer Co-ordinator at 504-460-6080 or 504-887-7037.

Sizzlin' Summer Let's De-Stress Health and Healing Series – 6:30-7:30pm. All are welcome! Join us at AHA! No fee - donations welcome. Affordable Healing Arts, 2372 St. Claude Ave., Ste. 220.

ST. TAMMANY HUMANE SOCIETY – Help foster pets, many tasks for fundraising, help with animal socializing, many more. Call for wish list.

Contact 985-892-7387, x 106.

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German Coast Farmers Market/West Bank – 2:306pm. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie & fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausage, kettle corn, cracklings, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 4th Wednesday.

Located at 12715 Highway 90, St. Charles Plaza Shopping Center, Luling.

Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Practice a martial art of peace for everybody whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, community, and fun!

First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal/Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, info@nolaaikido.com.

Prayer and Healing – 11am. Led by Harriet Stafford at Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave. Embrace the Emptiness: Community Meditation – 6:00pm. An experience of stillness, silence, and deep connection. Ride the wavelengths of music, beautiful images and affirmative prayer into the Sacred Inner Self for healing and transformation. Led by Spiritual Director Jack Fowler. Love Offering. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans, Blvd. Metairie (behind Parran's PoBoys) Contact: 504-885-7575.

Free Fountain Of Youth Yoga Class – 6pm. New 2 NOLA! Back Pain, Fatigue & Sleep Apnea Gone!

No Flexibility Required. More Strength & Endurance Without Straining. Must Call to Register 504-507-0765.

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Wee Hands Baby Sign Language – 1:30. Casey@ weehands.com to register. ZukaBaby, 3248 Severn Ave., Metairie.

Free Fountain of Youth Yoga Class – 6pm. New 2 NOLA: The Secret 2 Feeling Younger & Living Longer! Call 4 More Class Times. Back Pain, Fatigue & Sleep Apnea Gone! NO Flexibility Required More Strength & Endurance w/o Straining Must Call 2 Reg 504-507-0765 HolisticPersonalTraining.org Yoga Diva Harahan – Mon/Fri 6:30-7:30pm; Wed 6-7pm; Mon/Wed 8-9 am. Relax body, focus mind, deepen self-awareness. Navigate through postures and flow, growing flexibility, strength, concentration, breath, and range of motion. Kali Ray TriYoga. $15 drop-in; $60/8 classes within month. 5700 Citrus Blvd, Upstairs in Curves. Contact Karen: 504-220-5325.

A Course in Miracles – 6:30pm. Led by Mary Beth Ellis at Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave. A Course in Miracles; 'Disappearance of the Universe' – 7pm. Join Jack Fowler, Spiritual Director at Unity of Metairie, on a journey into these mind blowing yet liberating spiritual concepts, which guide us to see the world through the eyes of love instead of fear.

Love Offering. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie (behind Parran's PoBoys). 504-885-7575.

thursday Story Time – 1:30pm. Free. ZukaBaby, 3248 Severn Ave., Metairie.

Wee Hands Baby Sign Language – 1:30pm. Casey@ WeeHands.com to register. ZukaBaby, 2122 Magazine St., New Orleans.

Qigong/Dao-In with Debra Howard – noon - 12:45pm. (also Tues). Qigong translates as Qi cultivation through skillful practice; Dao-In is self-care. Experience myriad ways to balance one’s Qi and life. Bring a mat. $5/ class. New Orleans Healing Center, 4th Fl. Contact: 985-467-0900 or DC@AffordableHealingArts.com.

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Crescent City Farmers Market/Mid-City – 3-7pm.

Farmers Market at 3700 Orleans Ave, American Can Co. building, New Orleans, rain or shine.

Vinyasa Flow – 4:30pm. Build strength, balance and flexibility in your body and mind. Leave feeling refreshed and renewed. Great after school activity for parents, tweens and up. Appropriate for all levels. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St, New Orleans, 985-640-2648.

Group Energy Event – 6-8pm. David Redbord leads a different group energy event every Thursday. Affordable Healing Arts in NOHC, 2372 St Claude Ave, Ste 220, NOLA. Contact: 504-233-8555.

friday NIA Gentle – 10:30am. Same upbeat, spirit-lifting, body-rejoicing workout as regular NIA Dance but slower, with more focus on listening to the body’s present range of motion to expand range and support strengthening. Carolyn Burns. $60/8 classes, $10 drop-in. Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, Abita Springs. Info: 985-892-8111, WomensCenterForHealing.org.

Young Lavender Buds – 3pm. Want to learn the basics of essential oils and how to live a cleaner or natural life? This is your first step towards a chemical free and healthy lifestyle! I will explain the basics and set you on a path to healthy living and give you recipes for success!

As always all classes are FREE so you have nothing to lose but so much to gain! Email Coco for a reservation for the online class Coco@YoungLavenderBuds.com or call 504-344-7320 Yoga Diva Harahan – 6:30-7:30pm. Relax body, focus mind, deepen self-awareness. Navigate through postures and flow, growing flexibility, strength, concentration, breath, and range of motion. Kali Ray TriYoga. $15 drop-in; $60/8 classes within month.

5700 Citrus Blvd, Upstairs in Curves. Contact Karen: 504-220-5325.

saturday Free Fountain Of Youth Yoga Class – 10am. New 2 NOLA. Back Pain, Fatigue & Sleep Apnea Gone.

No Flexibility Required. More strength & endurance without straining. Info/Register: 504-507-0765.

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Sitting Meditation Group – 10-11am. Come practice zazen (sitting meditation) as well as walking meditation. Instruction and discussion also available.

3909 Bienville St, Ste 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: contact Brian by email at Xernaut2@gmail.com or call 504-644-7351. .

Hollygrove Market & Farm – 10am-7pm Mon-Fri & 10-5pm Sat/Sun. CSA-style market selling each week assorted fresh local and organic fruit and vegetables. $25 boxes of selected seasonal produce available. 8301 Olive St, NOLA (across from Carrollton Boosters).

Vinyasa Flow and Restore – 4:30pm. This class challenges you to move from the core with intention, to practice presence, and to reconnect with your breath.

We start with Vinyasa Flow, move through restorative postures, and end with guided meditation. Appropriate for all levels. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St., NOLA 985-640-2648.

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Past Life Research Group – 3-5pm. Alternating Saturdays, July 18-October 24. Research group peering into possibility of reincarnation. Discussion of “readings” of Edgar Cayce, use of Michael Talbot’s work to uncover past life memories. Susan Newton. $75/series. Pay as Able. Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, Abita Springs. 985-892-8111.

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Sitting Meditation Group – 10-11am. Come practice zazen (sitting meditation) as well as walking meditation. Instruction and discussion also available.

3909 Bienville St, Ste 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: contact Brian by email at Xernaut2@gmail.com or call 504-644-7351.

Nourishing Families Cooking Series – 10am. Real Food cooking classes. 2122 Magazine St., New Orleans, Erin@ZukaBaby.com to register.

Fountain of Youth Yoga Class – 10am. Back Pain, Fatigue & Sleep Apnea Gone! No Flexibility Required More Strength & Endurance Without Straining. Free. Metaphysical Resource Center in Metairie 1708 Lake Ave Metairie. Info/Reg: 504-507-0765, HolisticPersonalTraining.org.

Vietnamese Farmers Market – 6-9am. Over 20 vendors set up shop on blankets spread with produce, beyond the courtyards are shops selling Vietnamese baked goods and imported groceries. 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd, New Orleans East.

Crescent City Farmers Market/Downtown – 8am - noon. Open-air market with great selection of fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and freshly made pies, bedding plants, dairy products, fresh flowers. Cooking demos by some of the city’s most acclaimed chefs. Located at 700 Magazine, corner of Girod, New Orleans.

German Coast Farmers Market/East Bank – 8amnoon. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie meats, fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausages, kettle corn, cracklins, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 2nd Sat. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Rd., Destrehan. For info call 985-359-0190.

Covington Farmers Market – 8am-noon. Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Located at Covington City Hall, 609 N Columbia St, Covington.

Camellia City Farmers Market – 8am-noon. Featuring baked goods, herbs, vegetables, honey, jams, poultry, crafts, flowers, eggs, plants, soap, trees. 333 Erlanger, Griffith Park, Slidell. Info: 985-640-7112.

Gretna Farmers Market – 8:30am-12:30pm. Featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, baked goods, dairy, native fruit wines and garden plants. Located in the old train depot, 300 Huey P. Long Ave, between 3rd and 4th streets, Gretna. Info: 504-362-8661.

Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market – 8:30am12:30pm. Open year round, rain or shine. Free parking.

Featuring fresh produce, seafood, bakery items, dairy, plants, prepared foods & handcrafted items. Plus live music & kids activities. 484 Sala Ave, corner of 4th St., Westwego. Contact 504-341-3424, x 209.

Mandeville Trailhead Community Market – 9am1pm. Fifty-plus vendors weekly: Gourmet foods, art, produce and plants. Tai Chi at 9:30am. Parking lot of the Mandeville Trailhead on the St. Tammany Trace off LA59. Info: 985-845-4515.

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ACUPUNCTURE FAMILY ACUPUNCTURE & WELLNESS

Erin Kenning, MSOM, Dipl.OM, LAc, LA Lic.# ACA.200039, NAET specialist 9531 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge 504-715-2317 NolaFamilyWellness.com

Have Allergies been getting the best of you? Are you tired, congested and ready to be over it? We can help!

Call today for a free 15-minute consultation. See ad on page 11.

PATRICK KRAEMER 985-209-5966 Lacombe, LA

Northshore beekeeper offering humane bee relocation, raw honey, and hive installations and education.

Works carefully to minimize the impact on property. Will thoroughly explain the process before and during removal. Respects the bees and the bees know it.

CHIROPRACTIC/WELLNESS CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER & HOLISTIC WELLNESS SERVICES

AARON J. FRIEDMAN, M.D.

Integrated Pain and Neuroscience 504-300-9020 PainIsAPuzzle.com

Dr. Debbi Hannan 101 Clearview Pkwy. at Airline, Metairie 504-454-2000 HannanWellness.com Experience the difference! We offer total wellness care: Chiropractic, detoxification, nutrition, endermologie, DRX-9000 nonsurgical spinal decompression, cold laser, EB-Cellular Cleanser, Far Infra Red Sauna and the Ideal Protein Diet plan. See ad page 5.

Dr. Friedman offers medical acupuncture as part of a comprehensive and integrative approach to pain. Acupuncture is proven to be beneficial to many pain conditions, including fibromyalgia, headaches, low back pain and arthritis.

ANIMAL HOLISTIC MEDICINE JANICE E. POSEY, DVM

315 Lee Ln., Ste. 104, Covington 985-898-3623

Offering a holistic, integrative approach to healing your beloved pet through acupuncture, herbal medicine/nutritional supplements, and food therapy. We treat the patient, not the symptoms. See ad on page 16.

BEEKEEPING JP THE BEEMAN

504-885-4489 JPTheBeeman.com A Holistic Approach To Dentistry

DENTIST CYPRESS DENTAL, INC. 3138 McIlhenny Dr. Baton Rouge, LA 70809 225-248-8400

Offering services including cosmetic dentistry, full mouth rehabilitation, minimally invasive dentistry, mercury safe environment, nontitanium implants, laser dentistry and treatment for complex conditions; obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, head, neck and facial pain and TMJ dysfunction.

See ad on page 14.

MIKE ROBICHAUX, DDS

1101 Robert Blvd., Ste. A, Slidell 985-641-8058 MikeRobichauxDDS.com

1101 Robert Blvd., Ste A Slidell, La 70458

Offering a holistic and patientJP offers 25 years of experience centered approach to dentistry, handling bees.

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FITNESS DR. IINA ESTER

Health and Fitness Coach 504-758-9192 LiveFreeLaughHardFitness.com

Exercise scientist specializing in fitness and nutrition interventions. I specialize in private outdoor and in-home training, designing a program based on your interests, goals, and barriers to being active.

For group programs, see calendar section. See ad page 20.

BLISS BODY

5717 Crawford Street New Orleans, LA 70123 504-262-8860 BlissBodyNola.com

Classes, workshops and programs offering Yoga, Oilates Reformer and Mat, Aerial Yoga, Meditation, Barre and more.

HOLISTIC PERSONAL TRAINING & LONGEVITY

RICHIE SANTUCCI, RD CDE, CPT, YOGA Elm. Fitness Ctr, MRC 504-507-0765 RichieHPT@gmail.com HolisticPersonalTraining.org

Would you like to learn the secret to feeling younger & living longer?

After a near death experience, Former MMA Fighter Richie Santucci found the secret from India to stop premature aging!

Specializing in Longevity, Back Pain, Fatigue, Weight Loss & Sleep Apnea. As a Reg Dietitian, Diabetes Educator, Personal Trainer & Yoga Instr. NOLA Has a Health Guru & He's Here 4 You! Email 4 FREE Consult, Corp Wellness & Public Speaking.

FLOWER ESSENCES ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.

Australian Bush Practitioner & Teacher 504-388-2356 NolaReiki@gmail.com NolaReiki.com Practitioner and teacher of Australian Bush Flower Essences. Many custom blended essences available, including: Detox, Calm & Clear, Stress Relief, Confidence, Cognis, Woman, Travel Ease, Adolescence, Yoga. National LMT/CEU classes available. See ad on page 15.

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HOLISTIC HEALING CENTERS AFFORDABLE HEALING ARTS 2372 St. Claude Ave. 2nd Floor Upper, Ste. 220 985-467-0900 AffordableHealingArts.com

AHA! is a Community of Healing Arts Practitioners in a Healing Arts Center for the Professional Practice of Alternative, Complementary, Integrative, and Indigenous healing arts by independent practitioners in a shared space environment. See our website, contact a practitioner, make your appointment today! See ad on page 2.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE IRENE SEBASTIAN, M.D., PH.D

401 Veterans Blvd., Ste. 203, Metairie 504-838-9804 IreneSebastianMD.com

Experience the difference that Homeopathic Medicine and Functional Medicine can bring to your health. Most conditions can be treated using these safe, natural approaches. Safe, less drugs, stimulates innate healing. See ad on page 18.

INTEGRATED PAIN AND NEUROSCIENCE WOMEN’S CENTER FOR HEALING & TRANSFORMATION 71667 Leveson St,. Abita Springs 985-892-8111 WomensCenterForHealing.org

Beautiful non-profit center for women’s spirituality, ecopsychology and community building. Workshops, speakers, events, healing circles, support groups, and on-site professional mind/body/spirit services, for women, by women.

Rent space for your workshop or office. See ad on page 19.

HOLISTIC/ENERGY HEALING MATTHEW ANCIRA - MATTEO Energy Healer / Teacher 504-457-1717 MatthewAncira.com

Feel better about yourself and find freedom from depression, insomnia, anxiety, life stresses, and relationship issues with a natural approach to healing. Improve your focus and take charge of your life using spiritual cleanses, daily rituals and meditation, energy cultivation and healing, psychosomatic counseling, and spiritual guidance each offered as a holistic approach to balancing your life.

DR. JESS TREGLE

Natural Healing Specialist 504-352-6418 ReconnectingLife.com

Feel much lighter and relaxed with Natural Healing! Get rid of anxiety, sadness, anger, pain, and all other heaviness! Gain your inner-freedom back! Healing Workshops and Classes are also provided!

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504-300-9020 PainIsAPuzzle.com

Eric Royster, MD and Aaron Friedman, MD offer the most comprehensive treatment experience for patients suffering from chronic pain, from acupuncture to more invasive techniques offered exclusively at IPN. New Orleans, Chalmette, Westbank and Slidell locations. See ad on page 13.

KEVIN F. DARR, M.D.

Covington Orthopedic Sports Medicine Institute 985-892-5117 CovingtonOrtho.com

Comprehensive orthopedic care, including today’s most innovative and best practices to achieve optimal orthopedic function and performance. Traditional orthopedic treatments and surgery, plus minimally invasive alternatives using state of art technology and integrative orthobiologic therapies.Currently taking patients for Cell Therapy study. See ad on page 21.

INTUITIVE CONSULTANT

MARTIAL ARTS TAI CHI-QI GONG

Shifu King Lam 8132 Willow St., Uptown 504-866-2241 KingLam1199@gmail.com

Asian Arts to improve health, fitness, personal safety, rejuvenate energy. Achieve a better mind, body and spirit. Serving New Orleans community for 43 years.

KingLamtaichi-karate.com. See ad on page 7 and calendar for classes.

MASSAGE SCHOOLS BLUE CLIFF COLLEGE Clearview Mall, Metairie 504-293-0972

Train for an exciting, new career as a Licensed Massage Therapist.

Earn an Associates degree upon completion of advanced massage training. Inquire about financial aid. See calendar for information about our $30-student massage clinic. Visit our retail shop for massage supplies: Biotone & Therapro Cremes & Oils, aromatherapy products, books & more. Monthly specials! See ad on page 18.

NATURAL BABY & CHILD ZUKABABY

2122 Magazine St., NOLA 3248 Severn Ave., Metairie 504-596-6540 ZukaBaby.com

ZukaBaby specializes in cloth diapers, breastfeeding supplies, baby carriers, natural toys and locally made baby items. Hosting monthly community events: La Leche League, Babywearers Meetup, nutrition classes and more... See ad on page 7.

FRANK A. TRUPIANO, LCSW Certified Akashic Teacher 504-392-3498 AkashicLight.org

Experience the power of Akashic Guided Psychotherapy. Individual and couple-therapy sessions.

Monthly meditation groups and classes. Integrating the Akashic Records with traditional psychotherapy, I’ve had great success helping clients resolve problems that couldn’t have been resolved with traditional counseling methods alone. See ad on page 6.

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NATURAL FOODS & SUPPLEMENTS NUTRIVERUS POWDER Jeanie Leclere 504-888-4464

Boost your immune system and increase energy levels with a whole-food supplement that combines a matrix of glyconutrients with organic plant and food sourced vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. An amazing product. Call for free sample.

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Pharmaceutical quality nutritional products, vitamins, minerals, herbs and natural hormones.

Natural hormone balancing consultations. Counseling on pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals by a registered pharmacist and clinical nutritionist. Alkaline water available as well as sessions with Photon Genius. See ad on the back cover.

Elegant, donation based center in quaint, quiet Magnolia, MS just 1 1/2 hours from New Orleans, Baton Rouge or Jackson. Ongoing retreats in meditation and yoga. Ongoing meditation group in New Orleans.

Vegetarian. Available for rental.

Capacity for 40 people. See ad on page 12 and ongoing calendar.

3308 Cleary Ave., Metairie 504-888-3077 TheWellnessStore.com

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR KARIN NIELSEN, ND 225-229-6107 WellnessCentreBR.com

Offering non-invasive health assessments, Total Thermography, Lymphatic Therapy and many detox therapies. We have a high success rate using Homeopathic and Functional Medicine for men, women and children. Specializing in Lyme Disease, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue.

See ad on page 2.

621 Opelousas Ave., New Orleans 504-905-4090 Evolved812@aol.com FloweringLotusMeditation.org

SOLAR SOUTH COAST SOLAR

2605 Ridgelake Dr., Metairie 504-529-SUN9 SouthCoastSolar.com

Since 2007, South Coast Solar has helped more than 500 clients start saving money with solar energy using best-in-class products and installation practices. 100% locally owned and operated. See ad on page 9.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS NUTRITIONIST DANIELLE PACIERA, LDN, RD, CCN

5002 Prytania St., New Orleans 504-889-8771 Danielle@365Vitality.com

Cutting-edge holistic nutrition services. Specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, therapeutic uses of foods, supplementation, vegetarian nutrition, women’s health, sports performance, eating disorders, depression, addiction, and more. See ad on page 5.

REIKI ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.

Reiki Master Teacher & Practitioner 504-388-2356 NOLAReiki@gmail.com NOLAReiki.com

Offering 25 years' experience in Reiki – Usui Shiki Ryoho, upholding the highest standards in Reiki classes and Reiki sessions. Reiki can be a personal tool for healing and growth, a way to give energy to family and friends, or a gentle complementary therapy in holistic medicine. See ad on page 15 and calendar for classes.

UNITY OF METAIRIE

Jack Fowler, Spiritual Director 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie 504-885-7575 (behind Parran’s) UnityOfMetairie.com

Loving, energetic spiritual family honoring all religions, paths and lifestyles! Do you like what Marianne Williamson, Eckhart Tolle, and Wayne Dyer have to say? You’ll love Unity of Metairie. Relevant Spirituality for Everyday Life! Join us Sundays 11am. See ad on page 19.

THERMOGRAPHY THE WELLNESS CENTRE OF BR Dr. Karin Nielsen, ND, CCT 1528 Delplaza Dr., Ste B Baton Rouge, LA 70815 225-229-6107 WellnessCentreBR.com

Offering full-body Thermography, detects abnormalities in the earliest stages, to find underlying causes of disease as it looks at the entire body’s BEHAVIOR after being stressed. Consultations/ follow up care are offered as well. See ad on page 2.

YOGA WILD LOTUS YOGA

4842 Perrier St, Uptown 2372 St Claude Ave, Downtown 504-899-0047 WildLotusYoga.com

Voted Best Yoga Studio 11 years.

Intro Offer: 30 Days Of Yoga For $33 (first time local residents), Intro To Yoga Courses + Over 60 classes a week including Prenatal, Kids, Tweens & Teen classes. See ad page 16.

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING TRANSFORM NOLA

Mia Oramous, E-RYT 500/ACE PT 8422 Oak St, New Orleans 985-640-2648 TransformNOLA.com

200-hour yoga teacher training begins February 2016; Yoga Alliance certified and affiliated with Rolf Gates Yoga. Private sessions available. Yoga and TRX workout classes offered throughout the week. Sign up on our email list and receive 7 Yoga Poses for Strength ebook FREE!

UNITY TEMPLE OF NEW ORLEANS

3722 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans UnityOfNewOrleans.com

The New Orleans home of practical Christianity.

We honor all paths to God and welcome all who seek love, peace, and wisdom. Services on Sun & Wed 11 am; A Course in Miracles class Wed 6:30pm. See ad on page 13.

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God is Love. Love thrives because it is a Gift from God and has the power to destroy evil. Love is so important for with love, one can defeat evil but without love, evil spreads. Love is not selfish. Love is generous, forgiving and untainted by the sin of pride. You must ask God, every day, for the Gift of Love and when you are given this, use it as your armor against hatred. Love, when present in a pure soul, attracts hatred from those souls who have banished God from their lives. They cannot bear the Light of God, which shines from the souls of those who are filled with God’s Love. Where there is love, there is the Presence of God. The Evil One is incapable of love, but instead is self-obsessed with what he believes to be his power and greatness. When he infests souls, the first thing he does is to destroy love within the soul. When he achieves this, he will instill a terrible hatred in that soul and it is this hatred which causes division. Division and disagreements, inspired by hatred, can lead to desperate deeds carried out by one soul against another. These hate-filled deeds can very often lead to terrible cruelty and even murder. The sin of pride is instilled in souls, who open themselves up to the devil and this leads to ruthless ambition and greed. Go now in the knowledge that Love must be used to help the souls of all those who are in great need of God’s mercy.

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