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one-year anniversary of owning and distributing Natural Awakenings Magazine in New Orleans. It has been an amazing year. We are so grateful for the opportunity to serve the greater New Orleans area every month. As always, milestones are a time of reflection and contemplation. There was so much to learn in the past year. This venture has truly humbled both of us and forced us to grow as women, entrepreneurs, Coco Kunstman & Melissa Burbank friends, partners, managers, mothers, and significant others. It is amazing the fluidity with which your growth and knowledge in one area can be applied to the other facets in your life. I think we have learned as much about ourselves as we have about the publishing business! As we looked back over our year as publishers we saw some amazing opportunities for growth. Our reflections lead Melissa and I to cast a very scrutinous eye on the content, layout, and overall feel of the magazine. We are always striving to look at best practices to help get information to our readers. As we are always reminded without you, our loyal readers, there would be no NALAmag. It was with this tweaking eye that Melissa and I are very proud to have our September issue premiere our new look and feel. You may notice a few improvements to the magazine. The paper is still sustainably sourced, made from recycled materials, and printed with soy ink. However you should notice a thicker feel for an easier reading experience accompanied by vivid color. We have completely redesigned the content of the magazine to improve the reading experience and the presentation of the information. To aid in the mobility of our magazine we have partnered with Issuu, Inc.. This app allows you to read NALAmag anywhere on all of your devices. We hope that this is another way we can educate the community from anywhere at any time. Melissa and I are so honored that we are able to provide this monthly guide of natural health and wellness to this city that we love. We would love to hear feedback from you, our readers, on the updates we have made this month. Please feel free to reach out to us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, email, or give us a call. We love to talk and are anxious to hear what you have to say. As we head into September and kick off National Yoga Month we hope that you will find the contents of these pages helpful and fun. Our goal is always to find that balance of work and play that sends us smiling to moon and grinning at the sunrise. Although that may not be everyday for you (we are human after all) we hope that we can help in any small way to make your day a little brighter or at least more interesting. As we welcome in the fall months bringing with it cooler winds and longer nights we hope NALAmag will bring some warmth to your life. From our heart to yours,

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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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New Orleans’ Hidden

Buddhist Temple

YOGI STORIES

One Women’s Story Of Pain, Loss, and Healing

AYURVEDA

The Anicent IndianScience and Yoga’s Sister in Healing

SAVE THE COWS

Two Day Mantra Music Fest That Celebrates Magical Kirtan Mela

10 RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts The Reciepe That Will Have The Whole Family Eating Them

11 ZIKA VIRIUS UPDATE Vaccine Ready For Human Trial Race For A Cure Underway

14 RELAX AND UNWIND

Restorative Yoga Poses Foster and Heal Your Body

by Meredith Montgomery

20 YOGA PROPS 101

What You Need To Become A Master Yogi

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5 ZEN MASTER THAY

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New Orleans’ Hidden Buddhist Temple

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New Orleans is home to one of the great Buddhist teaching centers in the South. Thay (teacher in Vietnamense) Thich Thien Tri is leading the New Orleans Community in the ways of spirituality and Buddhism. Starting in September Thay will teach a basic mediation therapy for all beginners is 3-months course. In the basic mediation class, the beginner will learn different mediation styles such as sitting, standing, walking, and total relaxation. Mediation helps to reduce physical and emotion stresses, and it also strengthens the brain’s ability to focus and think calmly under pressure. Community members can also look to join Thay on September 10th for a half-day retreat at the Temple in New Orleans complete with a home cooked Vietnamese lunch. Thay has already helped so many members of the community from spiritual aliments to whole body wellness. To start learning what can impact you look for Thay’s book on the basics of mediation available for sale at the temple or the Tibetan House. At Van Hanh Buddhist Temple 13152 Chef Menteur Higtway, New Orleans, LA 70129 zenandmind@gmail.com

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Yogi Stories

One Women’s Story of Pain, Loss, and Healing

In September 2006 Amy Pickholtz

was blissfully happy, having married the love of her life Jim. They had almost seamlessly blended their families, survived Katrina, and welcomed a beautiful new son. In September 2007 Pickholtz began teaching Kundalini yoga in Baton Rouge at Lotus Yoga. When the couple originally met Pickholtz was living in New Orleans as a single parent of her daughter, a foster parent to children of the State, a full time student, a freelance technical theatre professional and part time Kundalini yoga teacher. “Jim came to my Saturday morning yoga class from Baton Rouge with his mat tied on his motorcycle. When we first met

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he questioned why I had to go to yoga class on Wednesday nights before going to bike night with him until he began his practice and learned the power of Kundalini yoga.” On October 14, 2007 Jim had no qualms getting out of bed at 5:15 a.m. to drive Pickholtz down to Bourg, LA. for a water blessing with the yogis. “I said to him, ‘You must really love me to get up on a cold Sunday morning to ride me down to Houma for a Water Blessing with the Yogis.’ He replied, ‘Yes, I do.’.” That was one of the last times Pickholtz would hear Jim say those powerful words to her. Later that day as the couple was riding

together, melting into each other on the bike with the Louisiana sun warming their skin a Pontiac Bonneville pulled out of the Ascension Civic Center driveway and into the path of the Pickholtz’s motor cycle. Amy’s husband was killed and she suffered disabling injuries. The car driver, thenSorrento Mayor Brenda Melancon was initially charged with negligent homicide, negligent injuring and failure to yield from a private drive. But an Ascension Parish Grand Jury in 2009 failed to indict the mayor because under state law prosecutors had to show that gross negligence was involved. The Grand Jury felt it wasn’t. Devastated, Pickholtz decided the law had to change. With the help of motorcycle-friendly state Rep. M. J. “Mert” Smiley (R-Port Vincent), she set out to increase penalties for right-of-way violations, and succeeded. “My world ceased to exist, but the rest of the world kept going.” Said Pickholtz. Phi Truong, founder of Lotus Yoga, learned of the crash the day after it happened and emailed to Meredith Wright, founder of the Kundalini Yoga Center in Houma, LA., who was one of the Yogis at the Water Blessing. They began the emails to the Yoga Communities. Meredith emailed Dev Suroop Kaur and she sent Global notices to the 3HO Community. “Their optimism and constant support permeated my bleak existence,” remarked Pickholtz. Phi set up a donation account and hosted benefits, including the one Sat Kartar Kaur came to Baton Rouge for in December 2007. Pickholtz attended in her wheelchair, still with exterior metal fixtures pro-

truding from her pelvis as a vice to hold her together. During the concert Pickholtz moved her arms, and chanted, feeling life’s vibration for the first time since the crash. “I adopted the healing mantra of Guru Ram Das as my own personal mantra after being placed in the middle of a healing circle at the close of the benefit and feeling the healing energy pouring into me. Sure, I knew Ra Ma Da Sa Sa Say So Hung for years before, but never had it impacted me this way. Never had I needed it as I did then. It was the first defining moment that vaulted me back to having a desire to live and recover,” recalls Pickholtz. Pickholtz attended her first yoga class post-crash in February of 2008. “Bent over, hobbling with a cane (after giving up the walker that day) and in severe chronic pain (having gone cold turkey in two and a half days off the elaborate concoction of medicines I had been ingesting for four months) I got through the class and was subjected to a breakthrough of uniting my body, my spirit and my mind with Jim in the Universe.” For the duration of the first four surgeries, physical and occupational therapy lasting almost two years, and grief therapy for two and a half years, Pickholtz chanted Ra Ma Da Sa Sa Say So Hung for days, weeks, months at a time. Each time there was a noticeable difference that offered relief. At some point in that first year the mantra manifested an entirely distinctive affect, offering Pickholtz the most intense encounters of her life. “I call them my profound experiences, wherein I could feel Jim’s energy wrapping around my

arms, literally leading them ever so slowly from the original mudra associated with the mantra to a place of embracing him just as I did when we were riding. Pickholtz also attributes her ability to go on without anti-depressants and with minimal pain medication to Kundalini yoga and meditation. She maintains that it is her saving Grace. “I hail Guru Ram Das who heals my world,” remarks Pickholtz. Pickholtz now walks, runs, and teaches yoga without any noticeable impediment. “My many doctors throughout have acknowledged that without Kundalini yoga and meditation, I would not have recovered as well as I have.” Pickholtz’s experience is an amazing representation of the power of not only human perseverance but also of the incredible power of love and Kundalini yoga. Since moving back to New Orleans in November 2014, Pickholtz opened a studio in February 2015 and began teaching at Downtown Fitness in Canal Place August 2015. She continues to study with senior teachers when she travels to Los Angeles and when guest teachers come to Nola. “I love being a student. I continue to practice my sadhana (daily spiritual practice) and pass on the teachings of Yogi Bhajan with the message of healing. I really believe I am truly in the Golden Chain of Teachers, repeating my oath as a kundalini yoga teacher to myself each time I have the privilege of instructing, with the addition of, ‘and by the Grace of God, I am, I am here.’”

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Ayurveda:

The Indian Science to Healthy Living

Thousands of years ago before the advent of modern medicine,

there was Ayurveda, the sophisticated Indian system of medicine. More than simply a way to treat illness, Ayurveda (Ayus means life, Veda means knowledge) is the Science of living a long healthy life. Often referred to as the Sister Science to Yoga, Ayurveda teaches that each person has a unique makeup that governs health and disease in the body, mind, and spirit and therefore, takes an individual approach to maintaining Health. Do you suffer from:

Gas & Bloating, Constipation IBS or Crohn’s disease? Feeling heavy and tired after eating? Worry and Anxiety in the mind? Depression or Melancholy?

These are just a few of the imbalances that Ayurveda addresses. Using Food-as-medicine, herbs and lifestyle recommendations, Ayurveda can help alleviate these and a host of other diseases. If you have been to doctors and told there is no further treatment for you or you feel your treatment is really not addressing your problem, why not get an Ayurvedic Consult? According to Ayurveda, there is no new disease under the sun. The Ancient Fathers of Ayurveda thought about and treated all such diseases. Consult your local Ayurveda Health Practitioner today to learn how you can take control of your own health and healthcare options. For more informationconctact Catherine Robbins 661-373-5250 info@herbstoliveby.com. www.herbstoliveby.com

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BALSAMIC ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Serves: 8 Servings INGREDIENTS •

2 lb. brussels sprouts

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1 red onion, sliced

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2 Tbsp olive oil

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1 tsp. sea salt

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½ tsp. black pepper

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½ tsp. mustard seeds

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2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

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1 Tbsp honey

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2 tsp. Dijon mustard

INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 425°F Cut brussels sprouts in half, dice onion In a large bowl toss brussels sprouts, red onion, olive oil, salt, pepper and mustard seeds. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil and spread mix out evenly. Roast veggies for 25 to 30 minutes until brown In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey and Dijon and drizzle over roasted veggies.

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globalbriefs Zika Vaccine Ready For Human Trial

Scientist from Harvard University and the University of Sao Paulo con-

firmed that three Zika Vaccines have been successfully tested and are ready for human trials. All three vaccines have been found to grant full immunity against the virus in monkeys. Over 1,700 cases of microcepcephaly have been linked to the Zika virus. The result of infection is a birth defect that leaves newborns with shrunken heads. At least 15 cases have been confirmed in Florida last month. These clinical trials are the first encouraging step towards a cure. This is the first step in eradicating the virus globally. Sarah Snapton, Science Editor, Daily Telegraph

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Relax and Unwind Restorative Yoga Poses Foster Healing by Meredith Montgomery

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

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fatigue, so we are stronger, sharper and better able to act in the world afterward,” explains Roger Cole, Ph.D., a certified Iyengar yoga teacher in Del Mar, California, and a research scientist studying the physiology of relaxation, sleep and biological rhythms. He attests that it also serves as preparation for pranayama (mindful yoga breathing) and meditation, which require a clear, well-rested, focused mind. Perfect for beginners and used by longtime practitioners to complement other yoga styles, restorative poses are designed to accurately realign and reshape the body. They also can be therapeutically tailored to support natural healing for issues related to tension, premenstrual syndrome, weak immune functioning, back pain, pregnancy and recovery for athletes. “Poses for healing may require targeted gentle stretching,

but prop use will coax the body into desired positions without requiring muscular effort,” says Cole. An early student of B.K.S. Iyengar and familiar with props, San Francisco resident and co-founder of Yoga Journal magazine Judith Hanson Lasater, Ph.D., found herself leading her first class comprised entirely of supported poses during a power blackout at a 1980 workshop. “I didn’t want people walking around in the dark, so I improvised a restorative class and everyone loved it,” she recalls. She revisited the idea several years later when she personally felt the need for physical, emotional and spiritual restoration. For a year, 90 percent of her practice was supported poses, and the

switch helped her so much that it inspired her first book, Relax and Renew: Restful Yoga for Stressful Times. She’s since written more books and trained teachers in restorative yoga around the world. As in classical yoga, a restorative sequence should be balanced with asanas (positions) from all pose classifications— backbends, twists, inversions and forward bends. It takes time for the body to comfortably settle deeply into a pose—as long as 15 minutes—therefore, a 90-minute restorative class may include only a handful of asanas. Lasater says, “Most people don’t need more of anything from the culture in which we live. They need much more to learn to be still and at ease.” In today’s yoga world, which seems to emphasize power and action, “Restorative yoga has become imperative to balance activity and ambition with stillness and being,” she continues. Lasater notes that while many classes are reducing savasana to as little as three minutes, students need 20 minutes. Carey clarifies that because this approach focuses on opening and letting

go, rather than striving for the biggest stretch, “Sensation-seeking yogis may need to shift their perspective. The biggest challenge is often quieting the mind while the body is still. When a student is uncomfortable because the mind is screaming, it helps to compare it to having tight hamstrings in an active class. We’re not chasing relaxation; just breathe, feel and watch,” she says. “Eventually, everything will let go.” “The more our mind rebels against relaxing, the more we need it,” observes Lasater. Students often turn to yoga as a strategy for feeling whole, and she suggests that one of the best ways to find clarity within is to listen in stillness, one savasana at a time. “It’s a gift to ourself, our family and the world,” she adds. “When we feel rested, we’re more compassionate and ready to serve the greater good.” Meredith Montgomery, a registered yoga teacher, publishes Natural Awakenings of Gulf Coast Alabama/Mississippi (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com). natural awakenings

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Yoga Props 101 Yoga props can help new students maintain alignment and reduce strain while allowing veterans to more deeply explore the intricacies of their practice. Here are some basic tools.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Rejuvenation Retreat for Women – 9am-4pm. Experiential, focused on whole body cleansing and creating a mind-body lifestyle. Juicing, Ayurvedic cleansing with cooked food, qigong, mindfulness and focused attention practices, guided imagery, self-abdominal massage. $320 (discounts available). Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson St, Abita Springs. Preregistration required: 985-892-8111. Info@WomensCenterForHealing.org.

Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm. Also Sept 9 & 22. Help a student with their education at our student massage clinic. Deep Tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. $30. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info/appointment: 504-293-0972.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 12:30pm. Dr Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center. Free. 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr, New Orleans. 504-454-2000. Drumming and Chanting as a Form of Meditation – 7-8:45pm. With Paul Martinez and Brenda Aranda. Since ancient times, chanting and drumming have played an important role in spiritual practice, including meditation, which doesn’t have to be silent. Join us for a deeper discussion of these ideas. Class will include a meditation, so bring a drum or other rhythm instrument, if possible. (A few provided). $10/donation. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd. 504-885-7575. UnityOfMetairie.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 The Heart of Buddha’s Teachings – 7-9pm. With Anam Thubten. The heart of Buddha’s teaching is the awakening of mind and heart. Anam Thubten invites everyone to look into our karmic and psychological habitual tendencies and to undo them so such profound awakening is possible for all. $10 suggested offering. Tibetan House, 4900 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans. 504-897-9339. Info@ TibetanHouse.com. TibetanHouse.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Restorative Yoga Teacher Training – Sept 9-11 & Sept 18-19. In two in-depth weekends, immerse yourself in the joy, theory and practice of teaching restorative yoga. $695. Wild Lotus Yoga Downtown, 2372 St Claude Ave, Rm 200, New Orleans. 504-889-0047. TeamLotus@WildLotusYoga.com. WildLotusYoga.com.

Nurturing Yoga for Mindful Mothering – 10am-noon. Join Carol LeBlanc of Mother Nurture Yoga for a four-session course, Fridays in Sept. Nurturing restorative yoga to support postpartum moms to heal from childbirth and learn gentle techniques for bonding and soothing their babies. $80 (discounts available). Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson St, Abita Springs. Preregistration required: 985-892-8111. Info@ WomensCenterForHealing.org. WomensCenterForHealing.org. Neuromuscular Therapy Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm. Also Sept 14, 16, 21 & 28. Help a student with their education at our student massage clinic. Deep Tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. $30. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info/appointment: 504-293-0972. Neuromuscular Therapy Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm. Also Sept 9 & 22. Help a student with their education at our student massage clinic. Deep Tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. $30. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info/appointment: 504-293-0972.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Hot Stone Massage Workshop – Sept 10-11. With instructor Derrie Bergeron, LMT. Learn to give a full body, hot stone massage, including precautions and techniques. No experience necessary. CEUs for LMTs. (CE provider LAP0174, LCEU0001183).

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Saturday Morning Massage Clinic – 9:15am & 10:45am. Help a student with their education at the Student Massage Clinic. Sept 10: Swedish; Sept 17: Deep Tissue; Sept 24: NMT. $30. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info/appointment: 504-293-0972.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 The Heart of Buddha’s Teachings – 10am-5pm. With Anam Thubten. One-day retreat. The heart of Buddha’s teaching is the awakening of mind and heart. Anam Thubten invites everyone to look into our karmic and psychological habitual tendencies and to undo them so such profound awakening is possible for all. $50 (no one will be turned away for lack of funds). Tibetan House, 4900 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans. Preregister: 504- 897-9339. Info@ TibetanHouse.com. TibetanHouse.com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Sand, Sea and Spirit Spiritual Retreat – Sept 1218. Sponsored by Unity of Metairie. Cost varies by length of stay. 26800 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, Alabama. 337-794-0062. UnityMinisterMet@bellsouth.net. UnityOfMetairie.com. Introducing Racial Sobriety – 6-9pm. Sister Theresa Rooney and Lisa Collins help us overcome the three anxieties of talking about racism and find our voice in the conversation. Open to all faiths and racial backgrounds. Co-ed event. Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson St, Abita Springs. Pre-register: 985-892-8111. Info@ WomensCenterForHealing.org. WomensCenterForHealing.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 5:30pm. Dr DIdeal 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, New Orleans. 504-454-2000. Swedish Massage Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm. Also Sept 20. Help a student with their education at our student massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall relaxation and increased flexibility. $30. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info/ appointment: 504-2930972. Heart Chakra Class– 7-8:45pm. With Paul Martinez and Brenda Aranda. Join to examine, reflect on and work with the heart chakra, the center for love, compassion and spirituality, located behind the breast bone. This energy center directs one’s ability to love themselves and others and connects body and mind with spirit. Wear something green, this chakra’s color. $10 suggested donation. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie. 504-885-7575. UnityOfMetairie.com. CG Jung Society of New Orleans – 7:30pm. The Jung Society presents Making Sense of the Nonsensical: Dementia Praecox, Schizophrenia and Psychosis. Therapist Kathy Avsar, PhD, will discuss how Jung influenced her thoughts on the disorder. $15, $10/students, free/members. $5 for CEUs. Parker UMC, 1130 Nashville Ave, New Orleans. JungNewOrleans.org.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Kundalini Reiki Level I Certification Retreat – 9am-5pm. Reiki/energy classes, full moon circle. Optional one night stay (tent) with indoor facilities and potluck. Brunch Inc 36 C, Newton Rd, Lumberton, MS. Info: 504-303-1786. Yolagi.com/events.

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

Metaphysical (Unity) Bible Study – 7-8:45pm. With Paul Martinez and Brenda Aranda. Many principles of Unity and the “new thought” movement (including Law of Attraction) are found in ancient scripture but are lost to us if we depend on literal interpretations, which have left many people “bible shy”. Let’s take another look at the Bible through Life After Puberty – 3-5pm. With Sandra Sigur, “new eyes”. We’ll reflect on Isaiah 49:13-16. $10 reflexologist. Learn natural ways to cope with peri- suggested donation. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Vetermenopausal and menopausal symptoms. Audience ans Memorial Blvd. 504-885-7575. participation presentation helps you to get back to ‘life as usual’ faster. $10 donation. Theratique, 4040 Canal St, New Orleans. HealingGroovy@gmail. com. Financial Strategies for Women – 10:30-11:30am. Join us for a presentation by Diane Brehm of Gulf Coast Bank. For women only. Seating is limited. Free. Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson St, Abita Springs. Preregister: 985-892-8111. WomensCenterForHealing.org.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 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, New Orleans. 504-454-2000. You Can Heal Your Life Video – 7-9pm. With Brenda Aranda and Paul Martinez. Based on the classic book by Louise Hay, this film explores the powerful idea that the mind and body are connected and illnesses have their root causes in emotional and spiritual aspects of the mind and it’s beliefs and thought processes. Hay believes that the causes of “dis-ease” include stress and unhealthy thought patterns and beliefs about oneself and postulates that the most fundamental way to affect positive change in the body is to change the way we think. Video to be followed by a discussion. $10 suggested donation. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd. 504-885-7575. UnityOfMetairie.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Step into Your Wise Woman Power – 12:30-3pm. All women are invited to a Rite of Passage, Croning Ceremony, celebrating/honoring women 60 and older. Reflection, laughter, drumming, singing, dancing, sharing life stories. Donation. Preregistration for those being “croned”. Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson St, Abita Springs. 985-892-8111. WomensCenterForHealing.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 SArt and Science of Meditation Course – 1-3pm. Come explore a well-rounded approach to fundamental meditative practices. Open to beginners and experienced meditators. $95 by 09/11. Wild Lotus Yoga Uptown, 4842 Perrier St, New Orleans. 504889-0047. WildLotusYoga.com.

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Swedish Massage Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm. Also Sept 30. Help a student with their education at our student massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall relaxation and increased flexibility. $30. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info/ appointment: 504-293-0972.

Five-Day Yoga Retreat in Ireland– Oct 3-7. Join Sean and Mary for a one-of-a-kind, intimate, spiritual retreat in one of Ireland’s most inspiring places. Renew your spirit, rekindle your heart. $1,888. Hosted by Wild Lotus Yoga Uptown, 4842 Perrier St, New Orleans. 504-889-0047. WildLotusYoga. com.

Expanding Love: A Couples Workshop – 7:309:30pm. Learn how to utilize touch for relaxation, develop intentions for creating your desired life together and manifest purposeful energetic connections. Sunni works with each student to achieve comfortable intimacy through touch, communication and intuitive counsel. Space is limited. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St. 985-640-2648. Register: TransformNOLA.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 Fall Retreat – Oct 14-16. 5pm, Fri thru noon, Sun. Bring balance back to your life and reconnect with your peaceful center on this weekend yoga retreat led by Andra and AC. $375/by 9/5. Flowering Lotus Retreat Center, Magnolia, MS. 504-889-0047. WildLotusYoga.com.

September 10 & 11

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Poses for Poise: Yoga for Singers and Performers – 2-4pm. Invigorate your singing with this workshop designed to build mind/body awareness, loosen the body and harness the power of the breath to free your voice. $25 or $20/by 9/10. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St. 985-640-2648. TransformNOLA. com.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4 Introduction to Tai Chi and Qigong – 7:308:30pm. A three-month course with long-time practitioner Marilyn Yank. Tai chi yang form taught as a path to wisdom and a practice of balance for your body, heart and mind. $165. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville, New Orleans. 504-610-3672.

SSpiritual Cinema: The Princess Bride – 7-9pm. Join to experience this magical, mystical fairy tale adventure about a beautiful young woman and her one true love. True love and miracles abound. For adults and kids. Rated PG. $5 suggested donation. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd,

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Expand and Refine: Four-Week Intermediate Course – 7-8:30pm. This course is for students who feel comfortable in a flow class, but want to deepen and refine their practice. $65. Wild Lotus Yoga Uptown, 4842 Perrier St, New Orleans. 504889-0047. WildLotusYoga.com.

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sunday Sunday Morning Meditation—9am. Join Mike Wittenbrink as he leads a group meditation designed to bring you silence and stillness as you embrace the new week. Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave, New Orleans. 504-899-3390. UnityTempleNewOrleans.com. A Course in Miracles – 10am. A discussion of an in-depth study of the principle ideas of the text by the same name. Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave, New Orleans. 504-899-3390. UnityTempleNewOrleans.com. Science of Being – 10am. Text by Baron Eugene Fersen. As humans enlightened their bodies, minds, and spirits in the physical world with the pure knowledge of the flame of inspiration and love, more would be revealed to mankind through the “all” knowing that resides with their absolute soul. Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave, New Orleans. 504-899-3390. UnityTempleNewOrleans.com. Sunday Celebration Service – 11am. With Jack Fowler, Spiritual Director. Contemporary service with music and heartfelt talks to celebrate the divine presence in all of life. Love offering. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie. 504-8857575. UnityOfMetairie.com. Unity of New Orleans Sunday Service – 11am. A loving family of spiritual seekers who honor all paths to God. Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave, New Orleans. 504-899-3390. UnityTempleNewOrleans.com. A Course in Miracles – 1pm. Healing Center, 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans. Malcolm Fugler: 504-220-3223. Weekend Recovery – 2pm. Vinyasa flow class with breathing emphasis releases toxins and balances your senses. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St, New Orleans. 985-640-2648.

Introduction to Nichiren Buddhism – 7-8:15pm. Learn how to activate your greatest potential, increase compassion and achieve absolute happiness. Free. SGI-USA Buddhist Center, 1331 Prytania St, New Orleans. 504-310-2011. Stronger, Leaner, Longer– 5:30pm. Pilatesbased strength class builds muscle and tones. Core 101 screening required. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St.

tuesday 5 Classical Tai Chi Yang Style – 8:30-9:30am. With Sifu Tommy. Long form and rolling techniques based on classical Tai chi yang style. All levels. $120/month; unlimited classes. 2901 General De Gaulle Dr, New Orleans. 985-630-2859. Yoga in the Park – 8:30-9:30am. Yoga is for Everyone led by Jaiweh Yoga instructor Christina Andrini. An all-levels flow that challenges, strengthens and inspires a meditative connection to your practice. Beginners welcome. Free. Audubon Park (corner side on Walnut & St Charles) 7004 St Charles Ave, New Orleans. 954-6965014. ChristinaAndrini@jaiwehyoga.com. Basic Buddhist Meditation from a Zen Perspective – 8:30-10:30am.12-week course with Thich Thien Tri. This course is progressive; each class builds on the previous class. Learn sitting, standing and walking meditation practices. $200. Tibetan House, 4900 Tchoupitoulas St New Orleans.Preregister: 504-897-9339. Info@TibetanHouse.com.TibetanHouse.com. Qigong/Dao-In – Noon. Also Thurs. Class designed to de-stress and focus on self-care, join Debra Howard for an hour or so practicing gentle movements with intention. Bring a mat. $5/class. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St Claude Ave, 4th Flr. 985-467-0900 or dc@ affordablehealingarts.com.

Yoga for Veterans – Noon-1pm. Connected Warriors Yoga for service members, veterans and their families. Jaiweh Yoga instructor Christina Andrini leads a spirited and motivated sequence for our military community. Beginners welcome. Free. Higher Power Nola, 514 City Park Ave, New Orleans. 954696-5014. ChristinaAndrini@yahoo.com. Yee Chuen Do – 5-7pm. With Sifu Tommy. Selfdefense system based on classical Tai chi. All levels. $120/month; unlimited classes. 2901 General De Gaulle Dr, New Orleans. 985-630-2859. Aerial Fitness – 6-7pm. Stephen Kernion will use the Omni Aerial swings for stretching and strength training. Newcomers welcome. $20. Bliss Body NOLA, 5717 Crawford St, Harahan. 504-262-8860. BlissBodyNola.com. Okinawan Karate Weapons Class – 6-7 pm. 8132 Willow St, New Orleans. Info: Sensei King Lam: 504-866-2241. Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Class– 7-8pm. Learn EFT, or “tapping”, a gentle, selfadministered acupressure technique for diminishing or clearing physical and/or emotional pain. Affordable Healing Arts in the NOHC, 2372 St Claude Ave, Ste 220, New Orleans. RSVP: Gail Gillespie: 504-442-8762. Energy Psychology – 7-8pm. Last Tue. With Dr Gail Gillespie. Attend this open community group and learn an all-natural, efficient and effective way to reduce or eliminate physical pain through gentle self-administered acupressure stimulation. By donation. Affordable Healing Arts, 2372 St Claude Ave, Ste 220, New Orleans. 504-442-8762. Strong and Flexy Yoga – 7:30pm. An energizing flow that strengthens, lengthens and relaxes. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St. 985-640-2648.

wednesday

Qigong Class – 9:30am. $90/6-week seminar. 8132 Willow St, New Orleans. Register: 504-886-2241.

monday Beginner Children’s Karate Class – 5-5:45pm. Build self-confidence, self-discipline. 8132 Willow St, New Orleans. Info: Sensei King Lam: 504-866-2241. Beginner Adult Karate Class – 6-6:50pm. Learn personal safety, self-confidence, keep physically fit. 8132 Willow St, New Orleans. Info: Sensei King Lam: 504-866-2241. Basic/Beginners Aikido Class – 6:15-7:15pm. Benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, community and fun. First class free. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St, Ste 103 in Mid-City, New Orleans. 504-208-4861. Info@NOLAAikido.com.

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Prayer and Healing – 11am. Facilitated by Harriet Stafford. Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave, New Orleans. 504-899-3390. UnityTempleNewOrleans.com. Crescent City Farmers’ Market/French Quarter – 2-6pm. Fresh produce, pastured meats, seafood, dairy, breads and baked goods. Live music. 1235 N Peters St, New Orleans. 504-861-4488. CrescentCityFarmersMarket.org. German Coast Farmers’ Market/West Bank – 2:30-6pm. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie and fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausage, kettle corn, cracklings, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts fourth Wed. St Charles Plaza Shopping Center, 12715 Highway 90, Luling. GermanCoastFarmersMarket.org.

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Classical Tai Chi Yang Style – 8:30-9:30am. With Sifu Tommy. Long form and rolling techniques based on classical Tai chi yang style. All levels. $120/month; unlimited classes. 2901 General De Gaulle Dr, New Orleans. 985-630-2859.

Vietnamese Farmers’ Market – 6-9am. More than 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. GoGreenNola.org/farmersmarkets.

Qigong/Dao-In – Noon. Also Tue. Class designed to de-stress and focus on self-care, join Debra Howard for an hour or so practicing gentle movements with intention. Bring a mat. $5/class. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St Claude Ave, 4th Flr. 985467-0900 or dc@affordablehealingarts.com. Crescent City Farmers’ Market/Mid-City – 3-7pm. Rain or shine. Farmers’ Market, American Can Co Bldg, 3700 Orleans Ave, New Orleans.

Beginner Children’s Karate Class – 5-5:45pm. Build self-confidence, self-discipline. 8132 Willow St, New Orleans. Info: Sensei King Lam: 504-866-2241.

Yee Chuen Do – 5-7pm. With Sifu Tommy. Selfdefense system based on classical Tai chi. All levels. $120/month; unlimited classes. 2901 General De Gaulle Dr, New Orleans. 985-630-2859.

Hypno-Puncture – 5:30-7:30pm. A unique stress management technique. A 45-minute fusion of acupuncture and hypnosis. $45. Theratique, 4440 Canal St, New Orleans. Hope: 504-270-9618.

Bellicon Bounce Class – 5:45-6:30pm. The “Blissco-theque” is the place to be. Come bounce on 54 inch mini trampolines with bars for balance. $20. Bliss Body NOLA, 5717 Crawford St, Harahan. 504-262-8860. BlissBodyNola.com.

Community Meditation – 6pm. With Jack Fowler, Spiritual Director. Ride the wavelengths of music, beautiful images and affirmative prayer into the sacred inner self for healing and transformation. Love offering. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie. 504-885-7575. UnityOfMetairie.com. Basic/Beginners Aikido Class – 6:15-7:15pm. Benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, community and fun. First class free. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St, Ste 103, in Mid-City, New Orleans. 504-208-4861. Info@NOLAAikido.com. A Course in Miracles-6:30pm. Facilitated by Mary Beth Ellis. Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave, New Orleans. 504-899-3390. UnityTempleNewOrleans.com. 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. Beginner Tai Chi Class– 7-8pm. Reduce stress; better balance, mind, body. 8132 Willow St, New Orleans. Info: Sensei King Lam: 504-866-2241 or KingLam1199@gmail.com.

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A Course in Miracles – 7pm. St Tammany Parish Hospital, 1202 S Tyler St, Covington. Malcolm Fugler: 504-220-3223. Handstand and Flexibility Training – 7:15pm. Gives everyone the support, time and repetition to build confidence upside down. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St, New Orleans. 985-640-2648.

friday Yoga – 4:30-5:30pm. With Rachel Piercey. $15. Bliss Body NOLA, 5717 Crawford St, Harahan. 504-262-8860. BlissBodyNola.com. Yee Chuen Do – 5-7pm. With Sifu Tommy. Selfdefense system based on classical Tai chi. All levels. $120/month; unlimited classes. 2901 General De Gaulle Dr, New Orleans. 985-630-2859. Ecstatic Dance – 6:30-8pm. A free-form conscious dance space. Connect with your spirit through movement. $14/drop-in. NOLA Yoga Loft, 2042 Magazine St, New Orleans. 504-345-3444.

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Oneness Blessing and Meditation – 6-7pm. Calming energy and inner peace. Free. Broadmoor Arts & Wellness Center, 3900 General Taylor St, New Orleans. 504-249-5199.

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Camellia City Farmers’ Market – 8am-noon. Featuring baked goods, herbs, vegetables, honey, jams, poultry, crafts, flowers, eggs, plants, soap and trees. 333 Erlanger, Griffith Park, Slidell. 985-640-7112. CamelliaCityMarket.org. Covington Farmers’ Market – 8am-noon. Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Covington City Hall, 609 N Columbia St, Covington. 985-966-1786. CovingtonFarmersMarket.org. Crescent City Farmers’ Market/Downtown – 8am-noon. Open-air market offering fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and freshly made pies, bedding plants, dairy products and fresh flowers. Cooking demos by local chefs. 700 Magazine, corner of Girod, New Orleans. 504-8614488. CrescentCityFarmersMarket.org. 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, Mandeville. 985-845-4515. Kids Yoga Class – 10-11am. $80/6 weeks. 8132 Willow St, New Orleans. Register: 504-886-2241. Sitting Meditation Group – 10-11am. Practice zazen (sitting meditation) as well as walking meditation. Instruction and discussion also available. 3909 Bienville St, Ste 103, in Mid-City, New Orleans. Brian: xernaut2@gmail.com. 504-644-7351. Yoga and Guided Meditation –10-11:30am. Yoga nidra with Katrina Zech. Experience pure rejuvenation and deep relaxation through movement, breath and mindfulness practice. $15 donation. Unity Temple of New Orleans, 3722 St Charles Ave, New Orleans. UnityTempleNewOrleans.com. Yoga – 11am-noon. Gentle yoga for all ages. Free. Broadmoor Arts & Wellness Center 3900 General Taylor St, New Orleans. 504-249-5199. Yoga Class – 11am-noon. With Barbara. By donation. Broadmoor Arts and Wellness Center, 3900 General Taylor St, NOLA. Yee Chuen Do – 12:30-2pm. With Sifu Tommy. Self-defense system based on classical Tai chi. All levels. $100/month; unlimited classes. 2901 General De Gaulle Dr, New Orleans. 985-630-2859. Qigong – 2-3pm. Gentle healing movement class for all levels and ages. Free. Broadmoor Arts & Wellness Center, 3900 General Taylor St, New Orleans. 504-249-5199.

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Erin Kenning, MSAOM, Dipl OM, LAc 9531 Jefferson Hwy, River Ridge 504-715-2317 NOLAFamilyAcupuncture.com Experience a pain-free body and peaceful mind using the ancient healing power of Chinese medicine. We offer holistic therapies including acupuncture, Chinese herbs, functional medicine labs and food-based nutritional supplements. See ad, p24.

CHIROPRACTIC CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER & HOLISTIC WELLNESS SERVICES

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, p 8.

DENTIST CYPRESS DENTAL, INC.

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Offering services including cosmetic dentistry, full-mouth rehabilitation, minimally invasive dentistry, mercury safe environment, non-titanium implants, laser dentistry and treatment for complex conditions; obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, head, neck and facial pain and TMJ dysfunction. See ad, p 22.

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Learn the basics of essential oils and how to live a clean and natural life. This is your first step towards a chemical-free and healthy lifestyle. Learn the basics and set yourself on a path to healthy living. All classes are always free. See class schedule in the calendar section.

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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, p 23.

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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, p 24

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Offering a holistic and patient-centered approach to dentistry, because we believe the health of the mouth and overall health cannot be separated. We help those we serve make decisions that are in their best interests, based on their values and goals, by providing state-of-the-art information Mike Robichaux, DDS within a trusting relationship. See ad, p 9..

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Flotation therapy is a breakthrough treatment involving 800 lbs of Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) poured into 200 gallons of water in a small shallow pool. The benefits of just a one-hour session are significant as they relieve stress, reduce blood pressure, ease joint and muscle pain and enhance one’s mood. See ad, p 24.

THE WELLNESS CENTRE OF BATON ROUGE

BLISS BODY

5717 Crawford St, New Orleans 504-262-8860 • BlissBodyNola.com Pilates, reformer and chair Pilates, Barre with experts Mary Mang and Lorraine deRouen, yoga with Rachel Piercey, bellicon bounce (mini trampolines), aerial fitness with Stephen Kernion, facials and massages. Get blissed.

Dr. Karin Nielsen, ND, CCT 1528 Delplaza Dr, Ste B, Baton Rouge 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 is offered as well. See ad, p 11

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WOMEN’S CENTER FOR HEALING & TRANSFORMATION

71667 Leveson St., Abita Springs 985-892-8111 WomensCenterForHealing.org

Beautiful nonprofit center for w o m e n ’s s p i r i t u a l i t y, e c o psychology 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, p 24.

HOLISTIC PRACTICES NEW ORLEANS COUNSELING AND HYPNOSIS CENTER, LLC

Cynthia Cuttino Edwards, PhD, DCH, LCSW Clinical Hypnotherapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker 4038 Canal St, New Orleans 504-669-1980 • CounselingNOLA.com Helping professionals with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, Dr. Edwards provides services spanning grief counseling, depression, anxiety, smoking cessation, pain and weight management, fibromyalgia and more. Call today.

FRANK A. TRUPIANO, LCSW

Center for Akashic Studies and Holistic Counseling 1581 Carol Sue Ave, Grenta 504-392-3498 • AkashicLight.org Yo u r l i f e i s w a i t i n g t o b e transformed! Experience the power of holistic healing for mind, body and spirit. Reiki, EFT, The Sedona Method, Psych-K, hypnotherapy, meditation, Akashic Record readings and classes. Relationship and individual life coaching also available.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE INFINITE HEALTH INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE CENTER

Trip Goolsby, MD 2222 Magazine St, New Orleans 337-312-8234 • 855-700-4066 LeNae.Goolsby@gmail.com YourInfiniteHealth.com

Infinite Health’s comprehensive treatment strategy takes an individualized integrative approach by combining western medicine with p e e r- r e v i e w e d a n d c l i n i c a l l y supported complimentary therapies. Our 4Pillars Approach™ encompasses nutrition, fitness, hormonal and metabolic optimization, combined with various mindbody modalities. We are empowered medicine for the body, mind and soul. See ad, on back cover.

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, page 30..

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COMPASSIONATE CONNECTIONS MASSAGE THERAPY

Sarah Jo Fridley, BS, COTA, LMT LA#5725 3900 General Taylor St, 2nd flr, New Orleans 504-206-8827 Compassionate-Connections.com Specializing in massage therapy for older adults and individuals with chronic illness, including those receiving hospice and palliative care. All services are available on a sliding scale. LGBTQIA+ safe.

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225-229-6107 1528 Delplaza Dr, Ste B, Baton Rouge WellnessCentreBR.com Offering non-invasive health assessments, total thermography, lymphatic therapy and many detox therapies. Specializing in chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and Lyme disease for men, women and children. See ad, p 11

Taylor Tidwell 504-390-6257 VitalityHolistics.net

Renew your vitality with Thai Yoga Massage and Integrative Table Massage. Harmonize and bring healing to all systems of the body with these ancient practices. See ad, p 11.

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SPIRITUAL CENTERS 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, p5.

UNITY TEMPLE OF NEW ORLEANS

3722 St Charles Ave, 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, p 22.

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 (firsttime local residents). Intro to yoga courses and over 60 classes a week, including prenatal, kids, tweens and teen classes. See ad, p 17.

TRANSFORM NOLA

8422 Oak St, NOLA 985-640-2648 Mia@TransformNOLA.com TransformNOLA.com Facebook.com/TransfomNOLA Do you desire to become a dedicated and knowledgeable yoga practitioner? Weekday and weekend yoga teacher trainings begin Sept 12, and Jan 13, 2017. Love. Live. Teach yoga. See ad, p 17.

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AFLAC – The largest provider of supplemental insurance in the world is now hiring Benefits Consultants. Interested candidates, call Melissa at 504-975-0344.

INCEST SURVIVOR GROUP – Meets once a month. For more information, email ang2park@yahoo.com.

YOUNG LAVENDER BUDS – A company dedicated to teaching the public about the power of essential oils and how to incorporate them into daily life. To become a distributor and educator, contact Coco Kunstman: 504-344-7320 or Coco@YoungLavenderBuds.com. Visit: YoungLavenderBuds.com.

SERVICES REMODELING/ROOFING/SIDING – 504 Contractor offering free estimates. Ask for free iPad with new roof. 504-373-1779. 504Contractors@gmail. com. 504Contactors.com. SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE FOR SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS – If you are interested in finding out more about providing supplemental benefits such as accident, disability, dental, vision, cancer, heart, or life policies for yourself and your family, as well as providing benefits to your employees at absolutely no additional cost to you as a business owner, contact Melissa Burbank at 504-975-0344

SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES VEGETARIAN MEETUP GROUP – Meets at least once a month for a veggie meal. See calen

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES BENEATH THE WEIGHT – Helping weightchallenged individuals to end emotional eating. The program is free (sponsored by a non-profit) and open to the public. Volunteers assist participants in their journeys and help to get the word out to the public about the program. Contact Paul at 504-220-2576 or Manager@BeneathTheWeight.org, or visit BeneathTheWeight.org for information about the program. BOYS HOPE GIRLS HOPE – Providing children with arms-around care, safe homes and environments, a first-class education, opportunities to learn more about themselves and the world, and academic, financial and spiritual support through college, Boys Hope Girls Hope empowers children to realize the potential that is within them. Volunteer/donate: BoysHopeGirlsHope.org. GIRLS ON THE RUN – Inspiring girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. To become involved, visit gotrnola.org. YOUTH RUN NOLA – Creates and empowers a community of healthy young leaders through running. For more information about volunteering as a coach, running buddy or one of the many other opportunities, email Denali@YouthRunNOLA.org or visit YouthRunNOLA.org.

Claire Bigley Life Coach Healer Artful Creator Allow me to guide you back to your true self. Empower and energize your mind, body, and spirit as we discover how to fully unlock your gifts to recharge, refocus and reinvent your life.

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