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n my experience, achieving Balance—the theme of this month’s issue—is more a journey than a destination. I’d like to share one of many examples that led me to this realization.

Some years ago, I set up a rigorous exercise routine for myself to counterbalance the long stressful hours attending to work issues and parental duties. Like many parents, the only slot available was a precious predawn hour before the day got rolling.

In my mind, I was achieving some balance. By all conventional measures, I was a healthy person, but I knew I should feel better. I told myself that I felt fit, but I rarely felt energized; workouts, undertaken after too little sleep, left me tired and uninspired.

Now I know that I would have been better off anteing up with a more moderate exercise schedule, regular meditation and a good night’s sleep! I had left key factors out of the equation. With Natural Awakenings’ mentoring, I have come to realize how vital it is to attend to the needs of the whole person—mind, body and spirit—in order to achieve real harmony, health and wellness.

In February’s feature, “Relax and Recharge,” on page 14, writer Frances Lefkowitz offers an inviting guide of therapeutic home recipes to rebalance and renew both mind and body. Often such simple practices can make a huge difference in our life.

Children equally benefit by learning how to reduce stress, as Daniel Rechtschaffen explains in “Mindful Kids: Inner Awareness Brings Calm and WellBeing,” on page 18. When learned young, mindfulness techniques become lifelong tools for facing challenges and retaining balance. He’s seen the benefits in individual well-being among schoolchildren as well as improved academic performance and social relations.

I can’t help but think that these same skills, enabling young people to feel good about their lives and to work and play nicely together, can only forward the improved sense of community required for progress at all levels of society.

Locally, one of the many issues we face is water management. This month, we spotlight three new initiatives that have recently converged to encourage development of a master plan to incorporate best water management practices in our landscape. The idea is to diminish and prevent the impact of area floods.

The dynamic duo of Grasshopper Mendoza and Steve Picou has worked tirelessly to bring community action to bear in this effort. In mid-March, Mendoza will facilitate a Water Venture Development Challenge sponsored by the Idea Village, a nonprofit entrepreneur incubator partnered with the Greater New Orleans Foundation. They are seeking proposals for integrated city water management that address stormwater, wastewater, groundwater, flood control and water infrastructure and use of relevant public properties. Find the details in our Community Spotlight on page 13.

Please join me now in pausing to kick back and partake of some relaxing and renewing activities to instill a sense of calm before the roar of Mardi Gras begins.

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newsbriefs “Soul of New Orleans” Explores Global Warming

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he C.G. Jung Society is presenting a program called “The Soul of New Orleans” on Tuesday, Feb. 1, where New Orleans native Randy Fertel, Ph.D. discusses the documentary he is working on, “Sea Level.” Although the documentary is on hold, Fertel will explore how the city represents the future, not the past, from which we must learn if we are to avoid the catastrophes that global warming promises.

The talk will take place at the Parker Methodist Church at 1130 Nashville Ave. at 7:30 p.m. The fee for the program is $10 and is free for members of the society.

Walking 2500 Miles for Peace

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assandra Curley, a licensed massage therapist and author of “From Fear to Eternity: A Path to Peace” will walk 50 miles in each of 50 states in 50 weeks to commemorate her upcoming 50th birthday and to draw significant attention to the book and its message, now available at amazon.com.

Setting out from Winter Springs, Florida on February 7, supported by her husband, Mark, Curley’s first leg includes Alabama, Louisiana and Georgia. She is scheduled to be in the New Orleans area from February 13 to 16. To learn more about this worthwhile endeavor, go to cassandracurley.com or follow her on Facebook/Cassandra Curley - Author or Twitter - Cassandra Curley@bfearless. See ad page 25.

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his past fall, Longue Vue relaunched a youth program called Cultivating Communities, which previously ran from 2001 until 2005. This year, the Longue Vue staff are working with the educators at the Waldo Burton Boys Memorial School to teach the students about gardening, philanthropy and entrepreneurism. Using garden spaces at Longue Vue and Waldo Burton, the students are growing vegetables and herbs to sell at local farmers markets.

At the end of the school year, the students will donate the proceeds they earn to a nonprofit of their choice.

On February 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the students will be at the Crescent City Farmers Market at 200 Broadway selling the celery, shallots, root vegetables, rosemary and mint they have grown.

The students will be found on site at Longue Vue in the gardents from 1 to 2 p.m. most Wednesdays through May 2011.

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hanti Yoga Shala has moved to a new location at 3528 Magazine Street. The public is invited to a small opening party to celebrate the move on Friday, Feb. 11. The shala plans a grand opening celebration later in the spring. The event will start with a free all levels yoga class at 6 p.m. followed by a wine and cheese reception after the class.

Reservations are required for the class and the reception. Interested students should call 310-435-6098 or email shantiyoganola@gmail.com. See ad page 7.

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or anyone wanting to enhance their connection to life through Bhakti yoga – yoga of the heart – and kirtan will find the eight-day BhaktImmersion offered by Wild Lotus Yoga Studio from February 12 through 19 the ultimate opportunity to do so.

The eight-day intensive is geared to yogis who want to deepen their practice, yoga teachers who want to learn how to share more singing and bhakti in their classes, and people who are interested in learning more about the art and practice of playing kirtan music.

The week will begin with a full out kirtan with Sean Wild Lotus Band Johnson and the Wild Lotus Band. Workshop participants can expect ecstatic interactive chanting, dancing, storytelling, rituals, mythology, Bhaktiful asana practice with live music, journaling and mystical poetry. Optional chanting and basic harmonium lessons with Sean Johnson, rhythm and drumming workshops, guitar for kirtan, exploration of the archetypes of gods and goddesses and guidance for bringing more bhakti into living will be offered.

The final night of the BhaktImmersion is timed to coincide with the first Mardi Gras parade of the season, Krewe du Vieux, an opportunity to celebrate the week amidst the music and joy of carnival.

The workshop costs $975 with a $500 deposit. Wild Lotus Yoga is located at 4842 Perrier St., New Orleans. For more information call 504-899-0047 and for a full workshop schedule visit www.wildlotusyoga.com

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The event will be held at the city’s Trailhead Cultural Interpretative Center at 675 Lafitte St., just down the street from AVIVA. Linda Strickland of AVIVA, along with Alia Casborne, the Cultural Development Director of the City of Mandeville, will be introducing the community to a variety of well-being topics on the last Wednesday of every month.

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he Holistic Center for Health and Healing, Inc. offers educational programs in Metairie and Covington on a variety of holistic health topics each month. The meetings are free and open to the public.

This month, Dr. Mike Robichaux will speak on a holistic approach to dentistry at the Metairie meeting on February 9 at 6:45 p.m. Dr. Robichaux offers a patient-centered and whole person approach to dentistry in his own practice in Slidell. The Metairie meeting is now held at the Old Metairie Library, 2350 Metairie Rd., Metairie.

On February 17 in Covington, Ken West of American Infrared Mammography will present on the use of infrared mammography as a non-radiation technique for detecting cancerous tumors years earlier than with conventional x-ray mammography. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at the Covington Council Chambers, 222 Kirkland St., Covington.

For more information contact Dr. Roy Solomon at 504-8410188.

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arolyn Burns, a licensed marriage and family therapist will offer “Moving Through Depression,” a six-week course specifically for people recovering from depression.

Burns describes it as a class in contemplative movement, a combination of meditation and creative movement that allows one to claim themselves back.

The classes will be held at Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St., Covington on Tuesday nights from 7 to 8:30 p.m., beginning February 8.

The cost of the six week session is $120. For more information and to register, contact Carolyn Burns at 985-809-2699

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Where We Come From Counts Making a life is about more than making a living, and a University of Michigan study has found that some cities lead with their heart, while others lead with their head.

“The place where we grew up or currently reside… defines who we are, how we think about ourselves and others, and the way we live,” suggest researchers Nansook Park and Christopher Peterson. Hence the common query: “Where are you from?”

With more than half of the world’s total population living in cities, the researchers maintain that it’s time to assess what is right about urban life. So, they surveyed character strengths among more than 47,000 residents of the 50 largest U.S. cities.

They report that heart-strong cities tended to be warmer, less crowded and more community/teamwork oriented, with more families with children, and perhaps kinder and gentler overall. The five highest scoring heart-oriented cities were: El Paso, Texas; Mesa, Arizona; Miami; Virginia Beach; and Fresno, California.

Head-strong cities tended to be more intellectual, innovative and creative, with a greater number of patents per capita. They are often labeled as hot spots for talent and high-tech industries. The five top-scoring cities in this category were: San Francisco, Los Angeles and Oakland, California; Albuquerque; and Honolulu.

Some cities scored above average on both counts, including El Paso, Honolulu and Detroit.

Is it better to lead with your head or your heart? Each has its own advantages, the researchers conclude. Life may well be good in other towns, too, simply in different ways.

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esearch news from Germany reports that acupuncture can improve exercise tolerance in patients suffering from chronic heart failure. The researchers gave such patients— who were on conventional medication and stable—10 sessions of acupuncture, focusing on the healing method’s pressure points that boost general strength, and according to traditional Chinese medicine, influence the nervous system and inflammation. The control group was treated with placebo needles that did not break the skin.

The needles did not increase the heart’s pumping function, but they seemed to have an influence on skeletal muscle strength, and increased the distance that the heart patients were able to walk in a given time. The acupuncture patients also recovered more quickly from the exercise and tended to feel less general exhaustion.

This finding could provide a useful option in the future if relatively low-cost acupuncture treatment can work to improve the prognosis for cardiac patients over the long term.

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Living with Water

Local Environmental Power Couple at the Forefront of Water Initiatives

By Colleen Morgan

A movement is afoot in the area to manage water so that it is a part of the landscape and therefore reduces the impact of flood events.

Three major initiatives have risen to the surface to support this movement with funding to create incentives to address the region’s water challenges. At the forefront of this movement is a duo that works tirelessly as a catalyst for change: Grasshopper Mendoza and Steve Picou.

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his pair works in concert, using their networks to identify folks interested in water issues and create a community that has entered the discussion about the city’s redevelopment. Picou, the Sustainable Housing Agent for the LSU AgCenter, is a lifelong environmental advocate who brings people together around water issues. Grasshopper, his life partner, has similar goals and first found an audience with her colleagues at Latter and Blum Real Estate.

“I have always been an advocate for sustainable development, and I started to look at the infrastructure need to live with water,” Mendoza said.

Mendoza, the chairman of the Horizon Initiative Water Committee, has monthly meetings that require two dozen chairs and lunch to keep appetites at bay. The group’s current focus is the trio of water-related grants focused on storm

“I have always been an advocate for sustainable development, and I started to look at the infrastructure need to live with water.” – Grasshopper Mendoza

Steve Picou and Grasshopper Mendoza

protection, big picture solutions and encouraging innovation.

These initiatives are exciting, she said, because “they address resilience, sustainability, economic development and nurture entrepreneurs working towards solutions.”

Idea Village, a nonprofit incubator for entrepreneurs, is sponsoring the Water Venture Development Challenge as part of their Entrepreneur Week in mid-March. This $50,000 competition, a partnership with the Greater New Orleans Foundation (GNOF), encourages local residents to develop ideas for the water industry. Ms. Mendoza has been selected to serve as the facilitator for the Water Challenge.

“They got a good deal,” Picou said, “because they get two for one.”

Greater New Orleans, Inc., a regional economic development agency, has released a request for proposals seeking an integrated water management strategy for the city to address storm water, waste water, ground water, flood control, water infrastructure and related public properties. Entities developing proposals have begun their task and contracts will be awarded in April.

GNOF has also announced the Coastal 5+1 Initiative, a grant to build capacity of the region’s leaders to respond to environmental problems, develop networks to preserve endangered cultures, and create a workforce around the region’s coastal challenges. This $10 million, 5 year commitment focuses on educating the coastal parishes about risks and options and engaging them in their choices.

Idea Village applications are being accepted at http://www. ideavillage.org/waterchallenge/ until February 21. More information on the GNOF Coastal 5+1 Initiative can be found at http://www.gnof.org/programs/coastal-51-initiative.

Colleen Morgan is a freelance writer, NA environmental editor, and founder of the non-profit Bayou Rebirth. She may be reached at colleen.nolahealthyliving@gmail.com

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RELAX & RECHARGE Therapeutic home recipes rebalance and renew mind and body.

by Frances Lefkowitz

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chieving balance on all levels of being is the true measure of vibrant health,” says Thomas Yarema, a multidiscipline physician and director of the Kauai Center for Holistic Medicine and Research, in Hawaii.

Integrative physicians and practitioners understand that in many ancient Eastern therapies, including Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, well-being is all about balance.

In these disciplines, harmony—and by extension, health and happiness—is created by a constant rebalancing of energies, sometimes complementing a natural state and sometimes countering it. Thus, depending on our physical and emotional makeup (easy-going personality? hot-tempered?) and current situation (need a job? getting married?), balance may require a calming down or a boosting up, turning inward or turning outward.

Consulting the latest research and advice from scores of experts, Natural Awakenings has created a guidebook of recipes for balancing mind and body.

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Relax

“Change is good,” the saying goes, but even good change, like falling in love or going on vacation—causes stress.

Stress is widely reported in medical journals like The Lancet and The Journal of the American Medical Association as linked to health problems from heart disease and diabetes to hair loss and depression. Because stress affects the immune system, frequent colds or bouts with the flu may signal a need to slow down. Fuzzy thinking, forgetfulness and feelings of frustration can also indicate that it’s time to relax.

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“When acupressure points are stimulated, they release muscular tension, promote circulation of blood and enhance the body’s life force energy to aid healing,” explains Michael Reed Gach, Ph.D., founder of the Acupressure Institute, in Berkeley, California, and author of Acupressure’s Potent Points: A Guide to Self-Care for Common Ailments.

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To relax the neck and relieve tension headaches, use the point at the base of the skull, just where the head attaches to the neck. Feel for the hollow between the two thick, vertical muscle masses—finding and pressing it will probably elicit a sigh. Put one or both thumbs in that hollow and apply gentle pressure for one to two minutes.

Refresh Perhaps the problem isn’t stress, but a feeling of weariness or listlessness.

According to Atlanta psychiatrist Tracey Marks, a medical doctor and author of the new book, Master Your Sleep: Proven Methods Simplified, the continuous flow of electronic information in our smartphone lifestyles may be overstimulating our brains. The first step to refreshing and replenishing is to log off. In short, she says, “Off-hours create better on-hours.”

Go Solo Psychologist Ester Schaler Buchholz, Ph.D., author of The Call of Solitude, believes that “alonetime” is a basic need. She supports this belief with a series of infant studies, analysis of historical and anthropological data, and research examining how meditation and rest bolster the immune system.

“When we don’t get enough solitude,” she observes. “We get out of touch with ourselves; we get forgetful; we get sloppy.” We may also get angry, anxious and depressed.

Take a daily, refreshing, mini-retreat by stepping away from the rest of the world for 15 minutes. Find a room with a door and turn off all electronics… then read a book, write a letter, meditate, or just close your eyes and listen to the silence.

that the brain uses sleep to consolidate memories and make them more accessible when we’re awake.

“We should really think of ourselves as operating on a 16-hour battery,” Marks advises, because we must recharge ourselves in order to perform well. Signs of sleep deprivation include irritable moods and an inability to concentrate.

Marks’ Countdown to Bedtime routine starts an hour beforehand. Put away the work and turn off the computer. Stop drinking fluids. Take a warm bath or footbath and don pajamas. Read, meditate or listen to music to wind down. Adjust the bedroom temperature to between 68 and 74 degrees and turn off all lights and electronics, covering their LED displays. If it takes more than 30 minutes to fall asleep, get out of bed and do something relaxing until you feel drowsy. “If your mind is busy, write out your thoughts on a problem-solving worksheet,” she suggests.

Get Outside

Time and again, it has been proven that nature heals.

One researcher, from the University of Southern California, has found that even just gazing at a natural landscape, sunset or grove of trees from a window can activate endorphins in the brain that make us feel good. Getting outside is even better. Integrative Psychiatrist Henry Emmons, a physician and author of The Chemistry of Joy, explains that sunlight provides us with vitamin D, which he notes, “… plays a role in many physiological processes, including moods.”

Emmons’ prescription: at least 30 minutes outside daily, without glasses, which can

Sleep “Sleep ends up being one of those things we see as expendable,” says Marks. Yet, a growing body of studies from Harvard Medical School’s Division of Sleep Medicine and other research institutions shows that it is crucial to your mental and physical health, as well as many of the body’s major restorative functions, including tissue repair, muscle growth and protein synthesis. New findings by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center even show natural awakenings

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Neuroimmunologist and physician Esther Sternberg, author of Healing Spaces: The Science of Place and WellBeing, points to an extensive body of research showing that the colors, patterns and scents of natural environments affect mental and physical well-being. She recommends spending time in gardens and growing your own plants, even if only a window box of herbs.

Release

Diet May Affect Our Internal Clock

Our body’s internal clock, the circadian rhythm, helps it adapt to the cycle of day and night and regulates functions such as sleep and metabolism. Working with lab animals, scientists at Hebrew University of Jerusalem have discovered that a high-fat diet can cause disturbances in this daily rhythm by affecting an animal’s clock-related genes.

Significant health consequences include irregular sleep/wake cycles and metabolic disorders.

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You can’t move forward if you’ve got something holding you back. Sometimes what you need is to let go of whatever’s weighing you down—even if you don’t quite know what it is. Here are feelgood ways to let go of physical and emotional stagnation.

ever moves you, from the medieval songs of Hildegard von Bingen (her favorite), to Country & Western ballads. She adds, “There’s no style of music that can’t be helpful and healing.”

To release aches and pains, Kenyon applies a different exercise. First, find a quiet, private room where no one will hear you. Then, close your eyes and focus on a part of the body that feels uncomfortable: the lower back or neck, perhaps, or maybe a heavy heart or other emotional unease.

Breathe in slowly. Exhale in an audible sigh, letting the sound come from the place of discomfort.

Expressed sounds will be unique to each individual. Allow the sounds to build, reach a crescendo and then taper off naturally. “This is a simple, but powerful, technique for expressing tension with sound,” promises Kenyon.

Make Noise Many Eastern and Western sacred traditions utilize the healing power of sound Brush it Out through chants, songs, hymns and “The skin is the largest organ in the mantras; but the science behind sound body, and the better it functions as a healing is solid. According to Sound toxin releaser, the less work the liver Healer Tom Kenyon, the repetitive patand kidneys have to do,” explains Tom terns of music and chant stimulate the Sherman, a bodyworker who teaches at reticular activating system in the brain, the Acupressure Institute. He suggests which can induce a mild, trancelike state. Making sounds and music is even daily dry-brushing, a low-tech way to stimulate lymph nodes, open pores, more transformative than just listening. release toxins and exfoliate the skin.

“The way music helps us release

Any natural fiber bristle brush with is that it helps us remember a little bit a long handle will do, though Sherman more of who we are,” advises soprano and Sound Shaman Norma Gentile, from Is pain affecting the quality of your life?

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prefers the Yerba Buena palm bristle brush. He also likes the Vital Chi SkinBrushing system developed by Bruce Berkowsky (NaturalHealthScience. com). Dry-brushing is a popular spa treatment with European roots.

For basic skin-brushing, remove clothing and gently, but vigorously, rub the dry brush over every part of the body, using circular motions. The basic rule of thumb is to brush toward the heart and in the direction of blood flow. So, starting with the feet, brush in circles up the calves, thighs and buttocks, before moving to the hands and up the arms to the shoulders. Brush down on the neck, but up on the back.

Finally, move to the chest and abdomen, brushing counter-clockwise. The whole process should take about 10 minutes.

Follow it up with hydrotherapy—a simple shower will do—to help wash away dead skin and impurities. A further detoxing option is to follow up with a hot bath containing two cups of Epsom salts and 20 drops of tea tree oil.

Recharge

After you have de-stressed, refreshed and released, it may be time to ramp up your energy. These final steps are geared to recharge your emotional and physical batteries.

Try Something New Sticking to the safe, familiar and triedand-true may seem like an energyconservation measure, but upsetting your routine and trying new things can re-cultivate a passion for life. And passion, says Marks, helps provide life with meaning and purpose. “It’s important to find pleasures outside of work, even if you do love your job,” she counsels.

What will you do? Something you’ve always wanted to do, or used to do and have always wanted to get back to. Or, something you never thought you could do, or think you’re too old to do.

Natural Awakenings’ monthly Calendar of Events is a perfect place to start. Take a cooking or art class (local community colleges are great, too) or join a dining or green drinks or birdwatching group (Meetup.com facilitates local gatherings). Learn a

new sport (tennis, paddleboarding, salsa dance) or a musical instrument (ukulele, an easy instrument to pick up, is making a comeback). Join a community gardening, handcrafting or reading circle, which are all part of the growing make-it-yourself movement.

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My job is to help to bring the art Ph.D., and others have been studying and science of mindfulness to students the medical effects of mindfulness for Excerpt from a fourth-grader’s and teachers in schools, juvenile deten30 years with impressive results.

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Brought into schools, it can be a to clients in my private psychotherapy powerful antidote to many struggles practice. Happily, research is beginning to show that applyfacing our youth. In the California Bay Area, for example, ing mindfulness can decrease stress, attention deficit issues, the Mindful Schools program has used mindfulness to teach depression, anxiety and hostility in children, while benefitconcentration, attention, conflict resolution and empathy ing their health, well-being, social relations and academic to 10,000 children in 38 schools; 66 percent of these performance. Children can easily learn the techniques, and schools serve low-income children. Inside Oakland’s juvewhen learned young, they become lifelong tools. nile detention centers, the Mind Body Awareness Project offers daylong, silent retreats for teens; although they presMindful Benefits ently live behind bars, they are learning to access greater inner freedom.

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In sports, a season invested in training the Alameda High School’s boys’ basketball team in mindfulness techniques helped us reach the Northern California playoffs, an unprecedented achievement in the school’s athletic history.

These youth are learning the attention skills they need to succeed in today’s fast-paced, multitasking world. With practice, students are also learning emotional balance and new ways to feel connected to their communities. The most vital result I see is a new baseline of peacefulness evident in these young people’s minds and bodies. Mindfulness offers a general sense of well-being that all other skills for learning and productivity can build on.

True Education The word education comes from the Latin roots ex, “from within,” and duco, “to guide.” Thus, education originally meant to draw out, to guide a student in unfolding the wisdom that is inherently within each person, at any age. This is a fundamentally different approach than the conventional educational paradigm that approaches students from the outside in and from the top down.

In using what I call the “fire hose” method of learning, spewing information at students and penalizing them when they can’t retain what the powers-that-be deem important, we make the mistake of assuming what each child should be, instead of seeing them as they already are. Think of how different each of our own lives would have been if parents, teachers and other mentors helped us learn to become the person we were inherently meant to be.

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This approach requires us all to discover and utilize our own mindfulness. When parents ask me, “What is the best mindfulness technique to teach my children?” my answer is always, “Your own mindfulness.” Our own mindfulness is already present within us; it’s not something we need to create.

Notice all of your thoughts in this moment: your doubts and interests, as well as sensations. Simply become aware of phenomena, without judgment or preference. The natural capacity to open up in the present moment to everything that is happening within and around us is mindfulness, an open, intentional, non-judgmental awareness.

When we embody mindfulness practices, we become a living example to the children in our lives. If you are interested in learning how to bring mindfulness practices to youth, begin by offering it to yourself. Join a mindfulness group, do some reading or even better, finish reading right now, let your eyes close, check in to your body and let go into this present moment.

Daniel Rechtschaffen, MA, a pioneering trainer in his field, helps implement mindfulness-based curricula in schools and organizations. Collaborations include the Mind Body Awareness Project, Mindful Schools and Mindfulness Without Borders. He also convenes an annual Mindfulness in Education conference and teacher training at Omega Institute (search eomega.org). He has a private psychotherapy practice in the San Francisco Bay Area as a marriage and family therapy intern. Visit MindfulChildren.com and NowCounseling.com.

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PURRING FOR PROTEIN Why Canned Food is Best for Cat Health

by Dr. Lisa Pierson

Just as with humans, diet comprises the bricks and mortar of health for our pets. Unfortunately, as we have strayed from a healthy diet, so have the feline friends that are dependent upon us for their food.

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ften ignored principles of proper feline nutrition explain why cats have a better chance at optimal health if they are fed canned food instead of dry nuggets or kibble. Putting a little thought into what we feed our cats can pay big dividends over their lifetime and likely help them avoid experiencing serious, painful and costly illnesses.

To begin, it is vital to understand that cats are obligate (strict) carnivores, and are very different from dogs in their nutritional requirements.

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high in plant (grain or vegetable) protein and too low in animal protein; 2) the water content is far too low, at just 5 to 10 percent; and 3) its carbohydrate load is too high, as much as 50 percent. This is not what is needed to support a healthy animal.

the consumption of a large amount of animal proteins (meat/organs), instead of those found in plants (grains/vegetables). Plant proteins are less complete than meat proteins.

A wild cat’s diet typically consists of rodents, birds, rabbits, lizards and insects. Such natural feline prey are high in animal protein, high in water content (about 70 percent) and low in carbohydrates (less than 5 percent).

Most canned foods are of similar proportions.

Now, consider three key negative issues associated with dry cat food: 1) as a protein source, it’s too

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Humans and dogs can take the amino acids provided in plant proteins and, from those, produce any missing amino acids normally provided by animal proteins. Cats cannot do this, and so cannot live on a vegetarian diet.

That is why the protein in dry cat food, which is often heavily grainbased, is not equal in quality to the protein in canned cat food, which is meat-based. The protein in dry food, therefore, earns a lower score in terms of biological value. Many pet food companies use grain proteins, such as corn, wheat, soy and rice, which are cheaper ingredients than meat proteins, because this practice contributes to a higher profit margin.

Water for Life Water, too, is vital to life and it also plays a critical role in the health of a cat’s urinary tract. Cats, by nature, have

The high carbohydrate load of dry cat food wreaks havoc on the blood sugar balance of many cats because they lack the necessary enzyme systems to efficiently process carbohydrates.

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In the 20th century, dry kitten and cat food attracted a huge following due to its convenience and affordability, but informed and caring owners now realize that wet cat food is a far more healthy choice. Veterinarians and enlightened consumers understand that a core principle of nutrition is: pay more for good food now or pay the doctor later. This principle applies to our pets, as well as to us.

Finally, no discussion of dry versus canned food would be complete without addressing the myth that dry food is good for a cat’s teeth. In fact, this old tale has no basis in reality.

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an extraordinarily low thirst drive and are designed to obtain water as part of their food. People who feed their cat dry food think that the animal is consuming enough water, because they see it drinking from a water bowl, but cats do not make up their water deficit this way.

We can think of wet food, packaged in cans or pouches, which is a minimum of 75 percent water (approximating that of a cat’s normal prey), as working to flush out the cat’s internal plumbing several times each day, because such a water-rich diet produces much more urine than a water-depleted dry diet. The fact that urinary tract problems are common in cats, and often life-threatening, underscores the importance of keeping water flowing through the kidneys and bladder, which is critical to the health of this organ system.

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YB Green® Cookbook Competition – Entries judged on eco-friendly, vegan, or vegetarian recipes submitted by students or their parents. Each recipe will include a short explanation on why the recipe is healthy and environmentally responsible. The top 3 recipes will receive prizes of $100, $75, and $50.

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Kinder Garden – 9:30-10:30am (2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22) “Winter-in-the-Garden”. Children ages 1½ to 3 years and their accompanying adults are invited to explore the world of gardens through age-appropriate activities such as planting vegetables, exploring hibernation, making crafts, and more. Longue Vue. $10/members; $12/non-members; $5/additional adult. 504-293-4722.

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Green & Granola Domestics’ Nanny Training – 7pm. This introduction to working with families who live a natural lifestyle will cover topics such as how to support a family which practices breastfeeding, attachment parenting, baby wearing, cloth diapering, gentle discipline, and more. Free. Registration required. Info: 504-596-6540; zukababy.com or greengranoladomestics.

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Second Degree Reiki Class – Time TBA w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Oku Den (The Deeper Knowledge) is available for Reiki students with 6 months experience in Usui Shiki Ryoho. For private classes and residential retreat information call 504-388-2356 or NoLaReiki.com.

Anusara Workshops – Time TBA. 2/4-2/5 Scotta Brady is a visiting certified Anusara Yoga Teacher who continues to study hatha yoga, meditation, and Tantric philosophy. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4842 Perrier St., NOLA. 504-899-0047; wildlotusyoga.com.

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Yoga, meditation, group processing and an all day silent retreat 2/27. Home practice materials included.

Balance Yoga and Wellness, 120 S. Cortez St. New Orleans. $200. Info/registration: 504-400-5203; neworleansyogatherapy.

Freret Street Market – 12noon-5pm. Lively market with over 90 vendors, great food items, dog adoption, children’s play area and music. 4400 Freret St., New Orleans. Feret-market.org.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6

Second Degree Reiki Class – Time TBA w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Oku Den (The Deeper Knowledge) is available for Reiki students with 6 months experience in Usui Shiki Ryoho. For private classes and residential retreat information call 504-388-2356 or NoLaReiki.com.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 7

The Nutrition Company/Monday Madness – 9am-7pm. Come or call for an added 10% off already discounted quality supplements. Receive demos of Nordic & Blue Bonnet Naturals Fish Oils along with free samples. Dr. Catherine Wilbert, ND on hand to answer questions. 4350 Hwy. 22, Ste. H, Mandeville. 985-727-3482.

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Second Degree Reiki Class – Time TBA w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Oku Den (The Deeper Knowledge) is available for Reiki students with 6 months experience in Usui Shiki Ryoho. For private classes and residential retreat information call 504-388-2356 or NoLaReiki.com.

Native Now – 9-10am. “Larval Hosts for Butterflies and Moths” Join Longue Vue’s native plant specialists in the Wild Garden to learn about the beauty and adaptability of Louisiana plants, and discuss local habitat, biodiversity, and the ecological impact of gardening with native species. $8/members; $10/ nonmembers. Contact Hilairie Schackai: 504-2934726.

E-Waste and Paint Drop – 10am-2pm. Drop off old paint and electronic waste (computers only) to the Whole Foods Market, corner of Magazine & Joseph Sts. Inside in bad weather.

Exploring Mind/Body Connection – 7-9pm w/ Carolee Laffoon, Heal Your Life® Coach. Discover ways the body speaks to the mind and techniques to connect with inner wisdom for better health and well-being. Whole Foods, Baton Rouge. $20.

Register at Whole Foods Customer Service or 225218-0452.

Moving Through Depression – 7-8:30pmw/ Carolyn Burns, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Experience a 6 week class in contemplative movement; a combination of meditation and creative movement. Course is specifically for people recovering from depression. Yoga School, 603 South Tyler St., Covington. $120/6wks. 985-809-2699.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11

Tri Yoga Demo – Time TBA. Gabriel Benjamin returns to TriYoga Center, New Orleans for three days of workshops. Friday evening a demonstration of TriYoga followed by a 2 hour workshop. More workshops throughout the weekend; call Triyoga at 504-910-7445.

Shanti Yoga Studio Opening Event – 6-7:15pm & 7:30-9pm. Vinyasa Yoga all levels with studio owner Nathalie Croix; then celebrate the re-opening in a new location after class with a wine and cheese reception. 3528 Magazine St., New Orleans. Free.

Space limited. Must RSVP: 310-435-6098; shantiyoganola.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12

Broad Flea – 11am-4pm. Drop off old paint and electronic waste (computers only) to the Broad Flea at the old Roberts supermarket on North Broad and Bienville. Second Saturday of every month.

First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm (2/12 & 2/13) w/Reiki Master, Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin.

Reiki promotes and accelerates healing and balance of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for the self and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-388-2356; NoLaReiki.com.

Theosophical Society Covington Lodge – 2-4pm.

(Also 2/26). Free. 2101 N Hwy 190, Rm. 200, Covington. Contact: tsincov@gmail.com.

Bhakt Yoga Immersion – 8 Days (2/12-2/19) With Sean Johnson and The Wild Lotus Band. Bhakti yoga, kirtan-training, and soul celebration starts 2/12 from 3-5pm and ends with a Mardi Gras Parade. $975/$500 deposit. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4842 Perrier St., NOLA. 504-899-0047; wildlotusyoga.com.

Planting the Spring Garden – 3pm. Grow Mo’ Betta training series offered by New Orleans Food and Farm Network. Covers vegetable, herb and flower gardens. A “how-to” series on organic gardening with a different topic each month. Hollygrove Market and Farm, 8301 Olive St, NOLA. $5.

Contact: ariel@noffn.org or 504-864-2009.

Kirtan Concert – 8-10pm. An Evening of Mystic Mantra Music with Sean Johnson and The Wild Lotus Band playing an innovative brand of mantra music. A rare hometown concert. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4842 Perrier St., NOLA. $15/$10 early bird special.

504-899-0047; wildlotusyoga.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13

Sunday Salon – 3pm. “The Art and Soul of a Bottomland Hardwood Forest: A Studio in the Woods, Changes over Time” w/Environmental Curator, David Baker. Conversations touching on the intersection between the arts and the environment. Tour the Longue Vue Gardens ahead of time. Free. Info: Hilarie Schackai at 504-293-4726.

Advanced Anusara Practice – 3-5pm w/Laura Flora. Workshop explores how the little things, done well, make all of the difference in taking this practice off of the mat and into the world. Balance Yoga & Wellness, 120 S. Cortez St. $15. Balanceyogawellness; 504.309.9618.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 16

Sustainable Design Series – 5:30-7:30pm. Monthly panel discussion of topics from sustainable design to community action. Hosted by AIA New Orleans,

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17

Happiest Baby on the Block Class – 6pm. Learn step-by-step how to help baby sleep better and how to soothe the fussiest baby in minutes! Join Happiest Baby certified instructors for this highly effective 5 step approach developed by Dr. Harvey Karp. Zukababy, 2124 Magazine St., New Orleans. 504-596-6540.

Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Covington – 7pm. Sponsored by the Holistic Center for Health and Healing, Inc. Network time followed by program.

Speaker: Ken West – Infrared Mammography. Free and open to public. Covington Council Chambers, 222 Kirkland St., Info: 504841-0188.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19

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Paint and E-waste Dropwww.kinglamtaichi-karate.com Off at Hollygrove Market – 10am-2pm. Drop off old paint and electronic waste (computers only) to the Hollygrove Market & Farm, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 22 8301 Olive St. New Orleans. Pick up a $25 box Neuromuscular Therapy Clinic – 9:15,10:45am filled with locally-grown, fresh produce while there. & 1:30pm. Help a student with their education at Level I and II Reiki Course – Time TBA (2/19 & the student massage clinic. Neuromuscular Therapy 2/29) w/Tianne D. Lastra, Reiki Master. This is a is area specific and reeducates the body. Blue Cliff two-day intensive course resulting in certification as College, 3200 Cleary Ave., Metairie. $30. By apLevel I and II practitioner. Certificate, manual and pointment only. 504-456-3141, ext. 2248. other materials included. Introductory rate/$300. Writing for Healing Teleclass – 8-10pm w/Carolee 504-909-3723; amazingreiki.com.

Laffoon, Heal Your Life® Coach. Based on several Heal Your Life MORE Workshop – 10am-5:30pm writing books, such as Writing as a Way of Healing w/Carol Laffoon, Heal Your Life® Coach. Based on by Louise DeSalvo, learn and practice three writing the teachings of Louise Hay, deepen understanding processes, including one demonstrated in scientific of how embracing the self fully and completely studies to produce lasting health improvements. $20. nurtures power, inner wisdom, and strengths. BTR Register: newwisdomuniversity.com.

Training Center, 5536 Superior Dr., Ste A., Baton Rouge. $95; $15 discount register before 2/5/11. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23 225-302-7828.

Lunch and Learn – 10am-noon. Sponsored by First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm (2/19 & AVIVA Massage and Well-Being Center and City of 2/20) w/Reiki Master, Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Mandeville. Topic: Reflexology – How to IncorpoReiki promotes and accelerates healing and balance rate into Your Life. Free and open to public. Healthy of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for refreshments served. Trailhead Cultural Interpretathe self and others. No experience needed. Private tive Center, 675 Lafitte St, Old Mandeville. More classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration Info: 985-727-9665 required. $250. Info/registration: 504-388-2356; NoLaReiki.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Taste of Phoenix Rising – 1:30-3:30pm w/Amy Archinal, PRYT. This workshop includes a demo of assisted posture and dialog techniques used in individual sessions and experiential elements that will acquaint the elements of Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy. No prior yoga experience necessary. Balance Yoga and Wellness, 120 S. Cortez St. $20.

504-400-5203.

Trial of the Big Bad Wolf Musical – 2:30pm & 4:30pm (2/19); 12:30pm & 2:30pm (2/20). A hilarious musical where the audience is the court trying the bad wolf of fairy tale fame. Tickets: $20/adult, $15/child. Cabaret Stage at Le Petit Theatre, 616 St. Peter St, NOLA. 504-522-2081.

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Candlelight Yoga w/Live Music – 7:30-8:45pm.

Come finish the week with a little yoga, music, chai & sweets. Relax, breathe, move and maybe sweat a little, all enhanced by live jazz guitar music.

Balance Yoga & Wellness, 120 S. Cortez St. $15.

Reservations recommended. Balanceyogawellness. com; 504-309-9618.

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Holistic Medicine Education Meeting – 7-9pm.

Potluck and network time 6:30-7pm. Different speaker each month. Free. House of Broel, 2220 St. Charles Ave, NOLA

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ongoingevents Note: All Calendar events must be received via email by February 10 for the March issue. $10/Event Calendar or Ongoing Calendar listing. Free community wide events are listed for free as space is available. Items may be up to 50 words in length. Email calendar@nolahealthyliving. com for guidelines and to submit entries.

No phone calls please.

sunday Daily Kundalini yoga – 9am. Kundalini yoga class offered daily by donation. Divine Kundalini Yoga, 1223 Baronne St., New Orleans. 866-989-3626. www. yoganola.com Flow Based Community Class – 10-11:30am. Sun salutations followed by a combination of poses from the Ashtanga primary series and other sources. Instruction emphasizes good alignment, full breath and doing the poses attentively, deeply and non-aggressively. Taught by senior teacher Tim Noworyta. By donation. Balance Yoga & Wellness, 120 S. Cortez St.; 504.309.9618; www.balanceyogawellness.com Spiritual, but not religious? – 11am. If you like what Wayne Dyer and Maryann Williamson have to say, you will love Unity Church of Practical Christianity in Metairie. We encourage the transformation of your life through practical spiritual principles. Spiritual discussion group 12:30pm. Please join us for movie matinee on last Saturday of the month at 1:00pm. 3939–2A, Veterans Blvd, Metairie (2 blocks west of Cleary, lakeside of building). Visit: unitychurchofmetairie.org or call 504-885-7575.

Community Yoga Class – 4-5:15pm. Taught by Nathalie- All levels-every Sunday. $5 Shanti Yoga Shala, 3528 Magazine St, New Orleans. 310-435-6098 or shantiyoganola@gmail.com. www.shantiyoganola.com Relax Deeply- Yoga Restoratives – 5:30-6:30pm.

Taught by Daria- All Levels - Check our website for prices. Shanti Yoga Shala, 3528 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA, 70115. shantiyoganola@gmail.com, 310435-6098 www.shantiyoganola.com Transmission Meditation – 6:30pm. Want to help the world and build a stronger connection with your own spiritual nature? Transmission Meditation is the simplest way to do both at the same time says Benjamin Creme. No fee. Uptown, NOLA. For info: www.shareinternational.org or call Alan at 504-606-8512.

monday Daily Kundalini yoga – 9am. Kundalini Yoga class offered daily by donation. Devine Kundalini Yoga, 1223 Baronne St., New Orleans. 866-989-3626. www. yoganola.com Yoga Basics – 4:15-5:30pm. Taught by Nathalie. Level 1. Shanti Yoga Shala, 3528 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA, 70115. 310-435-6098 shantiyoganola@gmail.com www.shantiyoganola.com Northshore – Viniyoga – 5:30 5:30-7:00pm. Small classes with individual attention for beginners and those new to yoga. $10 per session/$48 per 6 sessions. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St, Covington. 985-893-8834.

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tuesday Crescent City Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. Open air market with fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and pies, bedding plants, dairy products, freshly cut flowers. Weekly Green Plate Special by area restaurant. Located in the parking lot of Uptown Square, 200 Broadway, New Orleans. Visit: crescentcityfarmersmarket.org.

Chair Massage at Columbia Natural Food – 10am2pm. Take 15 minutes for yourself. By using acupressure techniques in a precise sequence, the body is encouraged to release tension. Columbia Natural Food Market, 415 N Columbia St, Covington. Tommie Main, LMT#5627. Contact: 985-515-7218 Hollygrove Market & Farm – noon-6pm. NOLA’s only CSA-style market selling each week assorted fresh local and organic fruit and vegetables from LA, MS & AL. 8301 Olive St, NOLA (across from Carrollton Boosters). More details: www.hollygrovemarket.org Vinyasa Flow – 6:15-7:45pm. Taught by Nathalie.

Level 2/3 (Tues & Thurs). Shanti Yoga Shala, 3528 Magazine St, New Orleans. 310-435-6098. shantiyoganola@gmail.com. www.shantiyoganola.com Community Class – 7:15-8:45pm. A playful and fun class combining flowing yoga sequences, restorative poses and breathing with awareness. No prior experience necessary. Taught by Ann Yoachim. By donation. Balance Yoga & Wellness, 120 S. Cortez St.; 504.309.9618; www.balanceyogawellness.com Order Vintage Garden Soups – Order by noon Tuesday for delivery on Wednesday. Fresh delicious savory soups developed by our chef. Options for special diets.

Free delivery with $15 min or $3 delivery fee. Also pick up at two locations. Visit www.vintagegardenkitchen. org for soups of the week or call 504-620-2495.

goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 4th Wed. Located at 12715 Highway 90, St. Charles Plaza Shopping Center, Site of the old K-mart building Luling, LA Meditation/Deeksha Blessing – 6:15 pm. Rev. David Florence will facilitate a meditation followed by the blessing. 3939-2A Veterans Blvd. (2 blocks west of Cleary, lakeside of bldg) Metairie. 504-885-7575.

Beginner Bellydance Class – 6:30-7:30pm. 4332 Magazine St, above Hey Café – take the staires inside café. $15 drop in/$60 class cards for 6 classes.

Contact: shannon.wolfe@gmail.com Meditation & Study Group – 7-8:30pm. 45 min meditation, refreshments, then 45 min. book discussion group. Donations. 621 Opelousas Ave, Algiers Point (gate locked 7pm sharp!). Info: 504-905-4090 or evolved812@aol.com

thursday Crescent City Farmers Market – 3-7pm. Farmers Market at 3700 Orleans Ave, American Can Co. building, New Orleans, rain or shine.

Northshore – Viniyoga – 6:00-7:30pm. Small classes with individual attention for beginners and those new to yoga. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St, Covington. 985893-8834. $10 per session/$48 per 6 sessions.

Course in Miracles – 6:30-8pm. Taught for 22 yrs.

by Gary Arnold. Unity church of Metairie, Love offerings. 3939-2A Veterans Blvd (2 blocks west of Cleary, lakeside of bldg). Call 504-885-7575.

TriYoga Classes with Karen – 6-7pm. With relaxing, flowing movements, calm the mind and release tension in the body. $15. 4436 Toulouse St. at N. Murat, NOLA. Office: 910-7445.

wednesday “Dog Day at the Spa” – all day. The Peaceful Buddha Day Spa donates 10% of all profits to the ASPCA each Wednesday. Spa offers specialty facials, manicures, pedicures and customized massages.

Visit: peacefulbuddhadayspa.com.

LASPCA Wellness Wednesdays – Ensure your pet’s health with annual vaccinations and a wellness check-up. Basic Wellness Exam $20, low-cost spaying and neutering available. By appt.only. 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd, New Orleans. Call 504-368-5191.

Daily Kundalini yoga – 9am. Kundalini Yoga class offered daily by donation. Devine Kundalini Yoga, 1223 Baronne St., New Orleans. 866-989-3626. www.yoganola.com Covington Farmers Market – 10am-2pm. Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Located at The Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire, Covington.

Intro to Mystical Meditation – 10:30am- noon.

Strengthen your entire being through a guided meditation. Experience the positive, uplifting transformation of your energy. Donations only. Uptown Holistic Center, 723 Hillary, New Orleans. Contact: Jessica Tregle jgtregle@yahoo.com German Coast Farmers Market – West Bank – 3-7pm. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie & fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausage, kettle corn, cracklins, prepared foods, soy candles,

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friday Daily Kundalini yoga – 9am. Kundalini yoga class offered daily by donation. Devine Kundalini Yoga, 1223 Baronne St., New Orleans. 866-989-3626. www. yoganola.com

saturday 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 – 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. Visit: crescentcityfarmersmarket.org.

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.

Camellia City Farmers Market – 8am.-1pm. Featuring yard eggs, Mediterranean foods, herbs, produce, baked goods, coffee and iced tea, local musicians, tastings and cooking demos. Griffith Park, 333 Erlanger and Second St, Olde Towne, Slidell. Info: 985-640-8291 or camelliacitymarket.org.

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 & hand-crafted items. Plus live music & kids activities. 484 Sala Ave, corner of 4th St., Westwego. Contact 504-341-3424, x 209.

Cloth Diapering 101 – 9am. Learn about modern cloth diapers, how to care for them, the pros and cons, hands on demos and handouts to take home.

Fee: $20 includes up to 2 family members. Receive a $20 coupon off a purchase of $100 for attending.

Reg. required, Zukababy, 2124 Magazine St, New Orleans, call to register 504-596-6540 or email erin@ zukababy.com Covington Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Located at Covington City Hall, 609 N Columbia St., Covington.

Amazing Reiki Tianne D. Lastra, Reiki Master

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•Compassionate & motivational sessions for cancer patients

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•Vibroacoustic table – FDA approved

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Mandeville Trailhead Community Market – 9am-1pm.

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. For vendor/ entertainment info: Donna Beakley 985-845-4515.

Meetings held at J. Singleton School, 1924 Philip St, New Orleans, 70113. For more info call 504-866-1163 or visit www.eracismneworleans.org.

Hollygrove Market & Farm – 10am-2pm. NOLA’s only CSA-style market selling each week assorted fresh local and organic fruit and vegetables from LA, MS & AL. 8301 Olive St, NOLA (across from Carrollton Boosters). More details: www.hollygrovemarket.org Sankofa Farmers Market – 10am-2pm. Local produce, seafood and baked goods. Chef demos, music and Project Ujamaa Youth Tentwhere kids learn healthy eating, arts and crafts. Every Saturday. 5500 St. Claude Ave, corner of Caffin Ave. Sankofafarmersmarket@gmail.com or visit www.sankofafarmersmarket.org.

Friends of the New Orleans Public Library Book Sale – 10am-2pm. Lots of fiction, non-fiction, local & rare books, CDs, DVDs, videos & records plus children’s books. Help rebuild the New Orleans Public Libraries. Book donations appreciated! At the Carriage House behind the Latter Branch Library, 5120 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans Vinyasa Flow – 11am-12:15pm. Taught by Daria - All Levels. Shanti Yoga Shala. 3528 Magazine St, New Orleans, 310-435-6098. shantiyoganola@gmail.com; www.shantiyoganola.com Meditation Group – 2:30-3:30pm. Fairgrinds Coffee House. Sponsored by Art of Living Foundation. 3133 Ponce de Leon, New Orleans. For info contact Allen 504-247-6692.

Community Class – 4-5:30pm. A playful and fun class combining flowing yoga sequences, restorative poses and breathing with awareness. No prior experience necessary. Taught by Ann Yoachim. By donation. Balance Yoga & Wellness, 120 S. Cortez St.; 504.309.9618; www.balanceyogawellness.com

Eracism Meeting – 1011:30am. Join a facilitatorlead focused conversation on various race-related topics and issues. All are welcome.

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ACUPUNCTURE KELLY KIVIKO, L.Ac.

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Acupuncture Works! It is a safe, drugfree approach to managing many common health concerns.

Specializing in herbal medicine, pain, stress, women’s health, and more.

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Acupuncture, Massage, & Yoga integrated therapies available.

Moxa, Cupping, Shiatsu.Young Living essential oils, Chinese herbal patents, Private yoga lessons, CieAura transparent, holographic chips for restoring an energetic balance, and more.

LMT #4119. By appointment only.

ANIMAL HOLISTIC MEDICINE JANICE E. POSEY, DVM 504-559-0141 315 Lee Lane, #104 Covington, LA 70433

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 page 11..

CHANGE IN MOTION MASSAGE,LLC Mel Borne, LMT #4158 Northshore Area 985.869.2087

Relax with personalized in-home sessions. Specializing in Shiatsu, Swedish and Deep tissue. Customized blending of techniques are incorporated into sessions. Essential oils are used to maximize the healing benefits of your massage. See ad page 6.

THE PEACEFUL BUDDHA DAY SPA Carey Mischler, LMT 4303 Canal St., New Orleans 504-322-2482

Offering unique services that combine therapeutic massage and aesthetics in Mid-City. Discounts available to first responders. 10% of profits donated to ASPCA every Wednesday. See ad page 6.

BREATHING JACK ANTHONY FONTANA Breathing Coach 3200 Lake Villa Dr.,Metairie 504-453-9161 www.jackfontana.com

Let me guide you through a breathing experience that can release stress,fear,suppression,anxiety and create a space of healing,acceptance and physical and emotional well being. Come Breathe, Relax and Let Go!

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Once again for this logo design, we used a circular motif. Circles are reminicent of the body and it's many curves. The AVIVA name stabilizes the central 'flora' figure, by means of the letter "i" as the stem or trunk of the 'flora'. The 'flora' invokes a natural sensation, earthy and calm. The circluar text brings all the elements together and reiterates the AVIVA name as a total massage & bodywork spa.

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Holistic, metaphysical Christian minister, ordained in 1994. Ministries include: weddings, vow renewals, funerals, divorce ceremonies, baptisms, communion, dedications and naming ceremonies.

CHI MACHINE Joffrion Mitts, M.Ed.

Alternative Health Consultant 504-897-9670 www.healthyhealingforall.com

A form of oxygen therapy. Stress, poor circulation, headaches, backaches, insomnia, depression, asthma? You name it! Oxygen heals! Free one week in-home trial!

CHIROPRACTIC/WELLNESS CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER & HOLISTIC HEALTHCARE SERVICES Dr. Debbi Hannan 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline, Metairie 504-454-2000 www.hannanwellness.com

Experience the difference! We offer total wellness care: Chiropractic, detoxification, nutrition, endermologie, DRX-9000 non-surgical spinal decompression, cold laser, EB-Cellular Cleanser, Far Infra Red Sauna. See ad page 10.

you cannot rush a cleanse. We provide a highly trained therapist focused exclusively on your need at all times. See ad page 14.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

DENTIST MIKE ROBICHAUX, DDS

ALORACLEANSE

1131 S. Tyler St, Covington 985-809-3133 www.aloracleanse.com

Colon Hydrotherapy removes stagnant fecal matter and toxic bacteria along with cellular debris.

Get relief of unhealthy digestive symptoms and achieve greater immunity, enhanced energy, clearer skin, improved mental clarity, and a general elevation in mood.

HOLISTIC LIFE

4401 Veterans Blvd, Ste 200 504-885-8800 www.holisticlife.us

A Colonics, Wellness, Weight Loss Day Spa, Colon Hydrotherapy, massage therapy, activated oxygen sauna, ion foot bath, reflexology, integrated medicine, and other natural /spa offerings. Across from Clearview Mall in the major business area of Metairie. See ad page 27.

VIVACITY WELLNESS SPA

3333 Kingman St, Ste 102, Metairie 504-885-8355 www.vivacitynola.com

Reclaim health and vitality by eliminating toxins in the body. We offer Open System Colon Hydrotherapy, Far Infrared Sauna with Ozone, Ion Foot Detox and Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber Therapy. Certified Colon Hydrotherapist and member of I-ACT. See ad page 27.

UPTOWN COLON HYDROTHERAPY 2627 General Pershing, NOLA 504-644-7376 uptowncolonhydrotherapy.com

1101 Robert Blvd, Ste A, Slidell, LA 70458 985-641-8058 mikerobichauxdds.com

CONSTRUCTION

Only closed system colonic in New Orleans. We offer a 60 minute appointment, because we know

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 within a trusting relationship. See ad page 9.

SOUTHERN HOMES, LLC Certified Green Builder 1-888-660-0123 www.SouthernHomes.com

Custom construction and renovation specializing in energy efficiency and indoor air quality.

Certified by National Assoc. of Homebuilders as a Green Builder.

Locally owned, 20 years experience, over 3000 homes built.

TONY HAMMACK, DDS

1101 Robert Blvd, Ste A, Slidell, LA 70458 has a photo from Mike Robichaux ad 985-641-8058

COUNSELING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY

Offering a whole person health-centered approach to enhance the patient’s overall health and wellness. Treating each person with respect as a partner in their own health care. See ad page 9.

ANDREA SCHEELE, LCSW, LMFT Attachment Psychotherapy 1303 Amelia St., New Orleans 504-899-2686

EDUCATIONAL KINESIOLOGY

When you experience loss, illness, depression, stress or are going through major life transitions Attachment Psychotherapy will benefit you.

Individual, couples, family, parent/child and small group therapy. See ad on page 17.

BRAIN GYM

Tanya Simmons BA Ed. Licensed Brain Gym Practitioner/Consultant.

New Orleans 504 309 0002/710 2622 BrainGymNola@yahoo.com. braingymnola.com

JENNIFER ENGEL, M.Ed, LPC 5002 Prytania, NOLA, 70115 504-813-9130

Teaching Brain Gym in Education, In-service and individually to help any learning difficulties, AD(H)D, reading, writing, attention, memory, performance, success for goals, and the joy and ease of learning. Available for teachers, parents, children and adults. See website for upcoming trainings/seminars.

Licensed Professional Counselor.

Holistic Psychotherapy for personal growth, stress, transition, etc.

Individual and Group Mind-Body Skills Training (guided imagery, meditation, breathing, relaxation, tapping, etc). Evening and Saturday appointments available.

Set Yourself FreeENERGY PSYCHOLOGY with the transformational power of PSYCH-K

TM

Experience your unlimited power through the gentle process MARYLOU SMITH of PSYCH-KTM. Free yourself from traumatic memories, Uptown Holistic Center limiting thoughts and addictive behavior. Support what is 723 Hillary Street, New Orleans most meaningful in the journey of living your life’s purpose.

504-723-2899

Marylou Smith

Advanced PSYCH-K Facilitator Private Sessions TM

Uptown Holistic Center • 723 Hillary St, NOLA • 504.723.2899 marylousmith.com • info@marylousmith.com • psych-k.com

PSYCH-K is a process that frees your mind of limiting and self-sabotaging beliefs and replaces them with life enhancing beliefs that lead to great joy, fulfillment and growth.See ad page 30.

FENG SHUI LIVE, LOVE AND FENG SHUI Eveline Hoffmann Feng Shui practitioner 504-861-3370 boehlen747@gmail.com

Offering Feng shui consultations for homes and businesses Find balance and serenity within your home .Make intentional changes in your dwellings and you will alter your life in positive wide ranging ways. Your environment will begin to assist you and you will uncover solutions to your day to day issues and life will improve. See ad page 12.

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FOOT HEALTH

HOLISTIC/ENERGY HEALING

PERFECT FIT SHOES

5012 West Esplanade Ave, Metairie 70006 504-456-5993 Gini@crescentcitypt.com

Gini Davis, Physical Therapist, Crescent City Physical Therapy (Uptown/ Metairie Clinics), has specialized in treatment of foot, ankle and lower extremity problems for more than 35 years and now offers women’s and men’s shoes with style and comfort to support healthy, pain-free feet.

Gini can fabricate new orthotics, or fit your orthotics into new shoes. She and staff provide in-depth knowledge and customer service. See ad page 21.

HOLISTIC HEALING & EDUCATION CENTER, LLC

Dr. Roy Solomon, Metaphysician/Minister 671 Rosa Ave, Suite 214, Metairie 504-841-0188 drroy@healingeducation.com www.healingeducation.com

Specializing in the healing of Mind, Body and Spirit. The Reconnection, Inner Child, Forgiveness, Meditation, FES, Monthly Education Classes, Teaching “You can if you will”.

Holistic Energy Healing 504-352-6418 www.energyhealing-neworleans.com

LIVE ART STUDIO

4207 Dumaine St., New Orleans 504-484-7245 www.liveartstudio.com.

Need some pampering? We offer just that in our one on one sessions in hair, massage and aromatherapy. Patti Spring has 32 years of experience in helping clients to fulfill all their personal grooming and body maintenance goals. Come experience yourself as Live Art. See ad page 6.

Energy Healing is an effective therapy of alternative medicine and holistic health. One releases negativity and gains positive energy! Become more healthy, and thrive at an accelerated pace! Healing occurs physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually!

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

HERBAL MEDICINE

401 Veterans Blvd, Suite 203 Metairie, LA 70005 504-838-9804 www.IreneSebastianMD.com

EMELIE R. GRANIER

Herbalist 504-347-0377 www.divinewellness.net

Offering Meridian Stress Assessments by appointment. Herbal and nutritional therapies to bring the body back into balance. Homeopathic remedies.

Offering a holistic approach to healthcare: Integrative Medicine, Homeopathy, Functional Medicine, Herbal Therapy, and Nutrition. See ad page 28.

RAUL LLANOS, M.D.

Wellness Clinic 3749 N. Causeway, Metairie, LA 70002 504-834-1050

JEN STOVALL

Community Herbalist 504-872-9973 stovall.jen@gmail.com

Providing holistic consultations to foster well-being and support healing using herbal medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle choices. Address acute issues and constitutional imbalances by creating a personal wellness plan that incorporates medicinal herbs into your life.

Integrative wellness clinic offering ayurveda consultation, cosmetic LASER procedures, bio-identical hormone therapy, non-surgical treatment for urinary incontinence, best natural supplements on the market, other medical spa services. See ad page 23.

Come Home to your Heart Reconnect with your passion through PSYCH-K® The gentle process of PSYCH-K® realigns our mind with

Source. United with this unlimited power, we release fears, unresolved resentments, unhealthy habits and are free to create a life of passion and purpose.

Marylou Smith

Advanced PSYCH-K® Facilitator PHONE AND ON-SITE SESSIONS AVAILABLE

My Spa by the Park • 6312 Argonne Blvd, NOLA 70124 • 504.723.2899 marylousmith.com • info@marylousmith.com • psych-k.com

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New Orleans

232 Barry Ave, New Orleans, 70121 H 504-861-3011 * C 815-520-2891 www.osteopathic.org

With a holistic approach, Osteopathic Medicine effectively treats pain without the use of drugs. We treat fibromyalgia, cancer pain, birth trauma, arthritis, chronic head, neck, back, pelvic, and abdominal pain.

Other modalities: Reiki, Bodytalk, Supplement Consultation. See ad page 19.

LIFE COACH Charly Borenstein-Regueira

JESSICA TREGLE

HAIR SALONS

THOR AGUSTSSON, D.O.

NOLANaturalAwakeningsMag.com

Certified Professional Life Coach Corporate & Life Coaching Services 7121 Walmsley Ave, Ste D, NOLA 70125 504-259-7726 Charly@crescentcitycoach.com www.crescentcitycoach.com

Elite athletes and executives have coaches. Imagine how much more productive and fulfilling your life would be if you had your own Life Coach. You don’t have to imagine anymore, contact Charly today.

MARTIAL ARTS TAI CHI-QI GONG

Shifu King Lam 8132 Willow St, Uptown 504-866-2241 KingLam1131@yahoo.com

Asian Arts to improve health, fitness, personal safety, rejuvenate energy.

Achieve a better mind, body and spirit. Serving New Orleans community for 35 years. www.KingLamtaichi-karate.com. See ad page 24 and calendar for classes.

MASSAGE SCHOOLS BLUE CLIFF COLLEGE 3200 Cleary Ave. Metairie, LA. 70002 504-456-3141

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.

NATURAL BABY & CHILD ZUKABABY

2124 Magazine St., NOLA 504-596-6540 www.zukababy.com

ZukaBaby is a new shop specializing in cloth diapering, babywearing and handmade children’s items. Cloth diapering classes every Saturday. See calendar for other events. See ad page 15.

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR DR. CATHERINE WILBERT, ND Phone: 985-727-3482 www.catherinewilbert.com www.wellnessinnovations.com

Nationally recognized weight loss & wellness expert, author of the book, Mending Your Metabolism. Stop treating symptoms and start getting well!

Diabetes, blood sugar control, weight management, women’s health, detox, performance nutrition and more. Ask about our 12 week “Set on Success” Weight Loss to Wellness Program. End dieting forever!

DR. LISA MARIE CHAMBERS, ND Center For Functional Medicine 723 N. Causeway Blvd, Mandeville 985-237-0277 Accurate Clinic 2401 Vets Blvd, Ste 16, Kenner 504-472-6130 www.drlisamariechambers.com

Dr. Chambers works in partnership with her patients to discover, understand and address the root cause of their illness. By treating the whole person, she also offers preventive care before serious illness occurs.

NUTRITIONIST DANIELLE PACIERA, LDN, RD, CCN 3618 Magazine St, New Orleans 70115 504-889-8771 Danielle@365 vitality.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 page 8.

REALTOR CHERYL GAUTIER, REALTOR, GREEN Dorian Bennet Sothebys Int Realty Cell 504-638-7441 cheryl.gautier@hotmail.com

Outgoing pet-friendly Realtor with a degree in fine art and a background in health food and natural remedies, caring for the needs of buyers, sellers and renters.

REIKI ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T. Reiki Master Teacher & Practitioner 504-388-2356 nolareiki.com • nolareiki@gmail.com

TIANNE D. LASTRA Usui, Karuna & Rainbow Reiki Master 504-909-3723 www.amazingreiki.com

Certified & experienced Master Teacher offering sessions & classes to the Greater N.O. Area. Healing Touch, Pranic Healing, Crystal Healing, Reiki Drumming and Animal Reiki practitioner. Visit our website for full information. See ad page 27.

WELLNESS COUNSELING MICHELE CLAIBORNE

Life Counsellor 504-330-8380 www.HealingArtsInternational.com

Michele is today’s Medicine Woman, Natural Healer, Minister and Life Counsellor. Michele has a reputation of inspiring and showing how to bring purpose and joy back into people’s lives, along with health!

SOLAR YOGA

POWER EARTH SUPPLY, LLC 11 Davis Blvd., 70121 504-224-0246 www.powerearthsupply.com

DIVINE YOGA

1223 Baronne St.

Solar powering the Big Easy.

We specialize in spinning electricity meters backwards.

Each house is analyzed to determine the most productive solar solution. Licensed and Insured. Locally owned and operated.

kundalini@yoganola.com • www.yoganola.com Kundalini Yoga is considered to be the most comprehensive of yogas, combining meditation, physical practice and breathing exercises. All levels of experience are welcome to all classes. See ad page 7 and calendar for events/classes.

SOUTH COAST SOLAR, LLC

WILD LOTUS YOGA

2605 Ridgelake Dr. Metairie, LA 70002 504.529.SUN9 southcoastsolar.com

100% locally owned and operated, South Coast Solar is Louisiana’s largest solar energy company. Call or visit our website to set up a free estimate. See ad page 16.

SPIRITUALITY UNITY CHURCH OF METAIRIE 3939-B Veterans Blvd, Metairie (back entrance) 504-885-7575 Daily Prayer Line 504-885-7056

Breaking boundaries through transformative thought. A Christian church celebrating the Love of Spirit while honoring all paths. Sunday service 11am.

STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION/ ROLFING ODETTE M. HARMSEN, CPT Certified Advanced Practitioner 504 301 4641 www.theiasi.org

29 years of bodywork experience. Rolf Method of Structural Integration, Massage, Personal Training.

LA Lic #4062

4842 Perrier St. New Orleans, LA 70115 504-899-0047 - www.wildlotusyoga.com

Gambit’s ”Best Place to Take a Yoga Yogafive for Class” years in a row. Over 40 Everybody! ongoing classes per week for beginners and experienced taught by skilled teachers in a peaceful, positive atmosphere. Offering courses, workshops, retreats and concerts. See ad page 7 and calendar for events/ classes.

Voted “Best Place to Take a Yoga Class in New Orleans” 5 years in a row by Gambit Weekly readers!

www.WildLotusYoga.com 4842 Perrier Street 504 899-0047

• 40+ classes per week plus workshops, courses, and concerts.

• Reasonable Rates

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING YOGA SCHOOL, L.L.C.

603 S. Tyler St., Covington, LA 70433 985-893-8834 www.yogaschoolcovingtonla.com

A state licensed school and Yoga Alliance registered teacher training certification program at the 200 hour and 500 hour levels. Visit website for more information.

See ad page 7.

YOGA THERAPY AMY ARCHINAL, RYT, PRYT Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy neworleansyogatherapy.com 504-899-6167

Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy combines meditation, assisted yoga postures, breathwork and clientcentered dialogue to promote selfawareness. Discover the wisdom of your body. See ad page 7.

Offering 20 years experience in Usui Shiki Ryoho, upholding the highest standards in Reiki classes and Reiki sessions. Practitioner and Teacher of Australian Bush Flower Essence. Also providing Astra-Lite massage & Reiki tables – lightweight and easy to transport. See ad page 9 and calendar for classes.

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LifeCity Present THE

GUMBO

GREEN GAMES A Green Business Competition

Would you like to find ways to save money in your business, while

The following commercial sectors, each rated

improving your environmental impact? How would you like free

uniquely, are eligible to apply:

advertising for doing just that? If so, then you should sign up to participate in the Green Games!

Restaurants / Hotels / Offices and Retail Stores Mardi Gras Krewes

What Is It? Green Games is a year-long competition for businesses to compete in

Open to businesses in Orleans, Jefferson, St.

greening up. Ratings for each sector will examine energy, water, food,

Tammany, St. Charles, St. John and St. Bernard

and material use of business purchasing, business operation, and use of

parishes.

products and services, emphasizing the importance of life cycle analysis.

For more information, contact:

Each business will receive a free consultation and sustainability

green@mylifecity.com

assessment from LifeCity and recognition for participation in Natural

Register to compete at

Awakenings Magazine. At the end of the year awards will be given at the Green Natties. Most importantly, we’ll announce the greenest of the green businesses in our community, whether you are most improved, or best-all around.

www.mylifecity.com