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The Dental Link…. Your Mouth & Body Connection From a Patients Perspective: The Intimate Connection between Oral Health, Gut Health and Overall Health

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olistic medicine and dentistry is a form of healing and a comprehensive approach that considers the whole person -- body, mind, spirit, and emotion in the quest for optimal health and wellness.

The body is a self-healing, selfregulating organism and all it needs from us is to give it what it needs to do its job: the removal of environmental and lifestyle stressors that cause dysfunction and proper nutrition.

There are so many potential underlying causes of chronic illness. Some examples are: Sedentary lifestyle, lack of sleep, increased toxic burden, lack of proper nutrition, chronic undiagnosed bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, bacterial imbalances in the gut, over the counter and prescription medications.

So where does oral health fit into all of this? To understand the connection between oral health and overall health, we need to first understand a little bit about how the body works.

Dental amalgams are the primary source of mercury exposure in Americans.

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For comparison, eating mercury-tainted seafood will expose you to about 2.3 micrograms per day -- and that is enough for scientists to call for a worldwide warning!

Unfortunately, while many have become well aware of the dangers of environmental mercury contamination, few are as well-informed when it comes to the dangers posed by dental amalgams.

Mercury is a potent neurotoxin that can damage your brain, central nervous system and kidneys, and mixing it with other alloys and placing it in your mouth does NOT all of a sudden render it harmless... Children and fetuses whose brains are still developing are at greatest risk, but anyone can be affected. Naturally, the more amalgams you have, the greater your

risk of experiencing health problems as a result. See graph for all organs affected.

Anytime the autonomic nervous system senses stress, it sends a stress signal to the brain. The brain then sends signals to the adrenal glands that the body is under stress. The adrenal glands then produce cortisol, otherwise known as the stress hormone. Cortisol prepares the body to handle stress. This is called the “fight or flight response”. When the fight or flight response is activated, all bodily functions that are required for immediate survival are heightened, and all bodily functions (like digestion, reproduction, or rest and repair) are shut down.

Six years ago my state of health was a mess and I began my own health journey to identify and eliminate the underlying causes of my own stress. My health has improved dramatically since then, but it still wasn’t where I wanted it to be. The one area of my body that I had not addressed in recent years was my oral health. I felt that I had an issue with a root canal that I had done about 13 years ago.

The only type of dentist I would ever use for myself, my family, or recommend to my clients is an experienced and accredited biological dentist.

I decided to go see Dr. Yolanda Cintron in Fort Lauderdale at www.GoNaturalDentistry.com. She is the dentist that I refer clients to for evaluations. After a thorough examination, Dr. Cintron had determined that the root canal was

indeed a problem (I had an abscess and a chronic bacterial infection from the affected tooth that reached into my sinus) and the beginning of periodontal disease.

This chronic infection was putting major stress on my immune system, which was showing up as an unexplained slightly lowered white blood cell count for years on my blood tests.

Dr. Cintron expertly removed the root canaled tooth and during the procedure discovered that it was filled with mercury. The procedure consisted of her using a laser to decontaminate the socket, a bone graft and a Plasma Rich Growth Factors (PRGF) procedure so my tooth socket can be restored, strengthened and rebuilt. PRGF accelerates a patients’ healing and recovery time. The PRGF technique isolates the proteins from the blood plasma. These isolated proteins are the ones that are responsible for tissue regeneration and wound healing. When a therapeutic dose of those proteins are applied to an area, they accelerate the healing process. Dr. Cintron and her assistants drew a small amount of my blood that was put in a centrifuge spinning process that enabled them to obtain the plasma rich growth factors. The plasma was then placed in the area where the root canaled tooth was removed.

No wonder I suffered from leaky gut, bacterial imbalances in the GI tract, food sensitivities, and malnutrition! Chronic bacterial infections in the oral cavity are also linked to autoimmune disease, heart disease and cancer; yet another chronic stressor on my body that explains many of the symptoms I had been experiencing for the last 12-13 years.

Oral health is a crucial aspect of any wellness program and I encourage everyone to find an experienced biological dentist with a holistic approach for a thorough evaluation to see if chronic bacterial infection or heavy metals are part of the underlying cause of poor health.

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newsbriefs PILLARS TO A LONG LIFE: HOW TO LIVE LONGER AND BETTER

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ife span has almost doubled in the USA in one century. Many of us have seen our older friends or family having a longer life but not necessarily a better quality life.

We naturally want to have a golden time in our golden years.

There are many diets and many guesses on how to live longer and better. What we do know seems to be a bit of common sense and an observation of centurions.

Primary foods are whole complete foods unprocessed and unmodified. For thousands of years our bodies knew what to do with them. Simply having half your plate filled with dark green vegetables daily can do wonders for your digestion, sleep, energy, and bowel movements. Almost everybody feels better after two weeks of this. Switching from processed foods to water can help your body run the way it was designed. There are studies that show simply removing diet soda alone can help you lose weight. While living in Japan I was “forced” to eat healthy as there was no other choice in the small town I lived.

Four years later I returned to the USA and every meal made me sick. My body had gotten use to a small highly nutritious food amounts. To this day I can not eat a lot or too much processed food.

The body becomes dehydrated at night particularly with indoor AC/heating. Many traditions speak of drinking two glasses of room temperature upon waking. If your joints are creaking and popping it might be simple dehydration. After drinking two glasses of water you may find twenty minutes later the noise gone or mostly gone.

Your joints are mostly water!

Moving water does not become stagnant nor does the human body. Our body has the need to move regularly. Cultures that walk live longer. Keeping the body moving daily helps regulate our bowels, mind, lymph, lungs and heart. Pick a movement you like and live longer. My healthiest older patients are always walkers. I remember coming back from living in Japan and doing a Tai Chi morning wake up routine on the beach. My grandma saw me and when I came up she ask what I 10

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The most stressed patients I have do not think they are stressed. It has become their norm to be in a constant state of tension.

We are simply more productive, healthy and happy if we manage our mental state.

If meditation works for you that is great.

I have many patients come in and say it does not work. It seems they are going to the gym for the first time to prepare to move their house the next day. Meditation needs to be practiced before hand so we have it when we need it. For many people, walking, swimming, and alone time can be very relieving. There is nothing quite like a walk on the beach. There are studies that show better energy, stress relief, and improved sleep from simply standing barefoot outside everyday! Stress makes everything worse so get rid of it or mange it well!

I met a lady at a party once and I could not wait to get away from her. She was so neurotic and stressed it was making me nervous. She asked me for help. I taught her a simple meditation. Years later I ran into the same lady. I barely recognized her but hadn’t forgot her. She seemed so calm and serene- actually transformed. I subtlety wanted to ask without using the words “crazy” or “neurotic”. I finally said, “You seemed very stressed the last time we

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I did it twice a day and a month later all my anxiety went away. I still do it. Thank you.” I think in twenty years of practicing acupuncture this was the only case of someone actually following that advice!

I had an instructor come into class with a weight and scales. She would talk about an environmental influence, poor food, lack of exercise and each time she mentioned something throughout the lecture she place a candy on one side of the scale.

Eventually, the scale tipped and went out of balance. It is the same with your body.

Enough poor decisions, and you eventually tip your health in the wrong direction. But here is the good news: living in the manner our body was designed to run actually will make you feel better in every way. Don’t add a list of rules just add good stuff: clean food, good water, fun movement in a space you want to be. And get some consistent acupuncture!

After graduation from University with degrees in Psychology and Anthropology, Cameron Bishop sold his car and bought a one-way ticket to Japan. He lived and worked in Japan for four years and studied healing and martial arts. He graduated from NIAOM with an accredited Masters in Acupuncture, and from ACTCM with an accredited Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine specializing in “Women’s Health” and “Pain Management”. Cameron has been in acupuncture practice for over eighteen years, spending five years working for a Western medical office. He is a board Certified and State Licensed Acupuncturist (AP 762). His web site is www.AskWithin.com. Dr. Bishop utilizes his nearly twenty years of experience in acupuncture to deliver quality care as one of the senior acupuncturists in Palm Beach County. He is the first one in the county with an accredited doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM), and has taught in Florida since 1999 instructing many of the local acupuncturists. He also lived and studied for four years in Japan, and his doctoral work included training in China.

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newsbriefs What is Holistic Healing? Taking an Holistic Approach to Life

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olistic healing means taking a holistic approach when seeking treatment for imbalances and choosing to live a more balanced lifestyle. What primarily distinguishes holistic healing apart from alternative medicine, complementary medicine, and integrative medicine is that physical health is not necessarily the main focus. Even so, it is often the experience of physical discomfort that will first prompt a person's pursuit of holistic healing. Physical illnesses are the symptoms of a greater imbalance that may or may not have a root cause in the physical.

Holistic or "wholistic" healing addresses all parts of the individual, not just the physical aspect of a person where manifested illnesses are most apparent. Holistic healing is not intended to serve as a band-aid or a one time fix. It is an ongoing journey of discovery in search of more answers and

ultimately; living better, being healthier, and striving for wholeness.

Holistic healing is really a lifestyle approach. The holistic approach goes far beyond the Mind-Body connection of finding and maintaining wellness. Overall wellness & "wholeness" is highly valued.

All parts of a person's life (physical healing, mental health and wellness, emotional well-being, and spiritual beliefs and values) are considered. Taking a holistic approach involves seeking the tools that will help us attract our desires and find personal power.

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Annual “Stroller Daze” event is open to children ages birth to 5 years

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alling all parents and caretakers of small children … crawl on over to the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium on Wednesday, August 26 for the Center’s annual “Stroller Daze” event. Open to children age birth to 5 years, the morning-long exploration includes extra age-appropriate activities for a reduced admission.

“We believe that it is never too early to get children engaged and learning about science,” said Science Center CEO Lew Crampton.

“Our mission to ‘open every mind to science’ includes the youngest of minds, too, which is why we are focusing even more efforts on early childhood education programing. Just recently we opened a newly created space, the ‘Discovery Center,’ powered by PNC Grow Up Great, exclusively for our youngest guest – complete with a 16-foot water table, light bright wall and dress up station - because we know that STEM careers, those with a base in science, technology, engineering and math, are in high demand. We look forward to welcoming our future scientists and their families on August 26.”

From 9 a.m. – noon, parents and caregivers can engage in a variety of age-appropriate crafts and activities, including storytelling, fire truck exploration, a planetarium show, “Discovery Center” exploration, live musical entertainment by Patty Shukla, kid yoga demos, giveaways and much more. Admission is $7 for adults and free for children and Science Center members. Complementary vision screenings will also be provided in honor of Amblyopia Awareness Month. In addition to the special activities, guests will also have full access to the Science Center, including the most recent traveling exhibit, Eww! What’s Eating You?.

Eww! What’s Eating You? is a parade of parasites, including preserved and live specimens – specifically those that enjoy feasting on humans. The highly-interactive summer exhibit digs into the history of human and parasite interaction from ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt, leading up to a more modern tale of sinister and saint critters that live to hitch a ride on human hosts – for the good or the bad. The exhibit is on display through Sunday, September 27.

The South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, named the 2014 Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches’ nonprofit of the year, features more than 50 hands-on educational exhibits, an 8,000 gallon fresh and salt water aquarium- featuring both local and exotic marine life, a digital planetarium, conservation research station, Florida exhibit hall, pre-K focused “Discovery Center” and an interactive Everglades exhibit. The fall blockbuster exhibit, Dinosaurs Around the World, will be “moving” into the Science Center on November 1 and will feature more than a dozen life-size and life-like animatronic dinosaurs.

Stroller Daze is presented in partnership with Palm Beach Parenting, PNC and Lost Tree Village Foundation. For more info please visit www.sfsciencecenter.org or call (561) 832-1988. Please ‘like’ the Science Center on Facebook and follow it on Twitter @SFScienceCenter

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A Few of My Favorite Things Suzanne King “My journey into the art world has taken many turns along the way,” says fine artist Suzanne King. “What started as pure passion and the motivation to express myself eventually evolved into the desire to find more substance and purpose within my art.”

King’s dynamic paintings, glowing with color and layered with texture, range from abstract works of spirituality to realistic portraits rendered in exacting detail. She draws creative inspiration from influences as diverse as Georgia O’Keeffe, whose brilliant perspectives she admires, and Mary Cassatt, for her skill in capturing scenes of intimacy that portray the essence of human nature.

The Austin, Texas-based artist believes in giving back to her community, and she once painted a children’s mural for the Dripping Springs Library. “I also love doing portraits of people as gifts and expressing the overflow of my heart in prophetic art, painted live during church services,” says King.

uman Health Advocates, a medical bill and health insurance claim advocacy company, is opening on July 1st in Boca Raton, to assist people with medical bill and health insurance claim matters. “The company’s management strongly believes that the current state of the medical billing and health care delivery system is fundamentally unfair to the patient/consumer,” said its manager, Kenneth Klein. Klein, a former attorney and certified mediator has dealt with medical billing agents and health insurance companies for years-successfully obtaining reductions of costs and increased coverage of claims.’

Klein says that “medical bills often contain errors which go unnoticed – resulting in unnecessary overpayments by patients. Patients go without medications because physicians and health insurance companies often encounter difficulties communicating. Health insurance companies improperly deny claims for coverage. As advocates, Human Health Advocates represent the interests of patients, not insurers. We prepare reconsiderations and appeals when insurance claims are denied. Human Health Advocates negotiates on our clients’ behalf, seeking lower payments and preferred payment plans.

We seek to level the playing field. We work on behalf of the individual client – to help them in their dealings with their providers and insurers—and to better understand their health insurance policies in order to avoid costly errors.

All of us have received correspondence from our health insurance company “explaining” its treatment of a claim. Reading it is like trying to understand a foreign language. One valuable service we offer is a Comprehensive Policy Review. This helps the consumer understand the workings of their health insurance and avoid costly mistakes. We will help translate this information so that the client best understands how to use his or her health insurance. This goes far in helping the clients to avoid the costly “traps” that are so prevalent in today’s health care system.

The insurance companies and billing companies (most of which work on commission) have the advantage. They work for their interests, not yours. The patients need an advocate for their interests, too,” he says. “That is what Human Health Advocates will do for its you.”

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newsbriefs MacArthur Beach State Park Interns Come From All Over the Country

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tudents come from all over the country to intern at MacArthur Beach State Park. This year, the Park hosts three outof-state interns from New York, Missouri, and Indiana. There are also four in-state interns who attend school at Florida Atlantic University, University of Florida, and Cornell University. During their time at MacArthur Beach, the interns study in the fields of Environmental Education, Parks and Recreation, and Communication under the supervision of Park employees.

Each intern is given the opportunity to complete a number of projects to enhance the educational and visitor programs of the Park. These projects range from implementing new social media plans to studying sea turtles on walks, surveys and nest excavations. “We are very fortunate to have such a great group of interns this year.” says Cheryl Houghtelin, Executive Director of the Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park. “Our goal is to ensure that the interns are gaining real world experience that will help them in their future careers.” The intern to travel the furthest is Shannon Lalime, an Environmental Education intern from Buffalo New York. Lalime

will be graduating from SUNY Purchase in December and plans to move to Palm Beach shortly after to pursue a job in marine conservation. “Particularly one with turtles!” adds Lalime. “I have learned so much about sea turtles during my internship at MacArthur Beach and have had such a great time that I can’t wait to start my career.”

Of Florida’s 171 state parks, MacArthur Beach’s 1.6 miles of beach holds 41 percent of the sea turtle nests. Each intern is able to learn about sea turtles through attending walks, surveys, and excavations on the Park’s beach. They are also given the chance to snorkel on the Park’s rock reef “which is not something you get to do in the Midwest” says Erin Twenter, the Park’s communication intern from Pilot Grove, Missouri. Twenter is also working closely with the Marketing Coordinator to increase the Park’s social media presence. “I love the Park!” adds Twenter. “It’s easy to market such a great place!”

Danielle Phair, another Environmental Education intern, comes from Franklin, Indiana and majors in Fisheries and Aquatic Science. “I have learned about many species of aquatic life that I had not heard of

before,” says Phair. “I have also gained an extreme amount of knowledge about turtles.”

The four in-state interns all come from Palm Beach County and are each interning as Environmental Education interns.

Charlie Wilson, from Jupiter, Florida, plans to work as a Park Ranger for the Florida State Park Service and has enjoyed his internship at the Park. Michael Hernandez, a sophomore at Cornell University, and Teresa Dash, a sophomore at Florida State University, both intern at the park and educate students as part of the Natural Science Education Program.

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, Palm Beach County’s only state park, is situated on a barrier island between the Atlantic Ocean and the Lake Worth Lagoon. The Park is made up of 438 acres of pristine coastal land and contains four different communities or habitats including seven species of plants and twenty-two species of animals on the endangered or threatened list. MacArthur Beach is truly an “Island in Time”.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Margaret Ann Lembo is the award-winning author of best-selling Chakra Awakening, The Essential Guide to Crystals, Minerals and Stones, Color Your Life with Crystals, and The Angels & Gemstone Guardians Cards. For more than 30 years, she has led workshops and classes on aromatherapy and crystals around North America. She is a spiritual entrepreneur and practitioner, aromatherapist, as well as the creator of a line of award winning Aroma-Energetic Sprays including Smudge in Spray™ and the seven Chakra Sprays. Currently she is the owner of The Crystal Garden — a book store, gift store, and spiritual center in southeast Florida.

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newsbriefs Emotions Deeply Impact the Highly Sensitive Person

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ccording to Dr. Elaine Aron, author of the national bestseller *Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), about 15 to 20 percent of the population may have the trait of high sensitivity. Being an HSP, your nervous system is more sensitive to your surroundings.

Your brain reacts deeper to the signals sent by your sense organs.

You are easily overstimulated, stressed out and overwhelmed by stresses others think nothing of. According to Aron, you are probably an HSP if you: •

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Are easily overwhelmed by such things as bright lights, strong smells, coarse fabrics or sirens nearby Become stressed when you have a lot to do in a short amount of time Need to withdraw after a busy day into a place where you can have privacy and relief from the situation Notice or enjoy delicate or fine scents, tastes, sounds or works of art Have a rich and complex inner life When you were a child, your parents or teachers saw you as a sensitive or shy kid

Psychological aspects of the HSP have been well studied, however physiological aspects have not. Here, I introduce a new term: the Highly Sensitive Body (HSB), a model system to study physiological characteristics of this special population, their unique health concerns and the special lifestyle and dietary requirements for them to maintain a healthy and balanced life.

One of the important characteristics of the HSB is the sensitivity to emotions. Emotions have deeper impact on the HSB and more easily cause long-term psychological, behavioral and physiological issues.

All of the body’s critical functions, i.e. heartbeat, blood pressure, hormone secretion, immune function and digestion, are controlled automatically by the autonomic nervous system and the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. Our conscious mind is not able to control these functions except during stress situations. When danger comes, the conscious mind sends a stress signal to the autonomic nervous system and triggers “fight or flight” response, a cascade of neural and hormonal responses that cause an increase in heart rate and blood pressure to supply blood to the brain and muscles as well as a decrease of blood flow to internal organs. After the danger passes, the stress signal stops and the body’s function returns to normal.

Modern lifestyles, such as busy schedules, lack of sleep, the overuse of brain functions, are often the source of stress for developing chronic illnesses. However, emotional stress, a factor that sometimes can be overlooked, is one of the main stress signals sent from the conscious mind. Emotion is a subjective experience or feeling of the consciousness. Emotion is not only the driving force behind motivation and decision making, but also a hidden factor leading to physiological consequences.

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the HSB may lead to a unique profile of clinical symptoms and imbalances.

Ancient Chinese medicine believes that emotion is an energetic activity within the body’s energetic network called meridians. Modern energy medicine further suggests that inside our body there exists an energetic controlling system corresponding to the nervous system, circulatory system and related connective tissue. This energetic system covers every part of the body. It is reasonable to believe that emotional signals generated within the energy network interfere with the normal energetic control mechanism. This explains why positive emotions such as love, compassion and joy make the body strong and functioning better, while the negative ones such as anger, sadness, worry and fear make the body weak and dysfunctional.

Based on ancient philosophy—the Five-Element theory, Chinese medicine suggests that each negative emotion specifically interferes with the controlling mechanism of certain organs or systems. Modern interpretation of the emotion-physiology correlation is shown in the table below.

According to the Five-Element theory, vibrational frequency generated from anger and rage hurts the energetic control mechanism of the liver more than other organs, while the dysfunction of the liver also results in anger and rage more than other emotions. This theory of emotion-physiology connection has been extremely helpful for traditional Chinese doctors to address psychological issues with physiological approaches like acupuncture and herbs. Modern holistic practitioners have also adopted this theory by treating correlated organs and systems with natural therapies for specific emotional issues.

Clinically, we often see people with anger issues have liver problems, toxin accumulation and high inflammation. Excess norepinephrine and dopamine cannot be efficiently detoxified and balanced by the liver. Anti-inflammatory therapies with detoxification and liver support are necessary for this condition.

Even for the irritability issue during women’s pre-menstruation, supporting liver detox function can have favorable results.

Too much worry, anguish and distress for long periods of time may result in depression and anxiety disorder. This condition is related to overproduction of norepinephrine but lack of serotonin and dopamine. Clinically, the majority of people in this group have digestive issues, including indigestion, constipation and loose stool. Addressing digestive problems such as Candida and bacteria overgrowth as well as leaky gut syndrome becomes the core therapy for these patients. Reducing adrenal stress and improving sleep quality are also critical to help this condition.

People who experience extreme fear and terror often have panic attacks, which is possibly caused by over production of dopamine but lack of norepinephrine and serotonin. Adrenal fatigue syndrome is the main cause for the deficiency of norepinephrine. Supporting adrenal function is the main therapy for this condition, including supplementation and lifestyle changes such as reducing stress in life, introducing relaxation and efficient sleep, etc. Digestive therapy is also needed to improve serotonin production.

People suffering from depression always feel sad or shame and cry easily. This condition shows overall deficiency of the neurotransmitters. According to Chinese medicine, the Lung system is the center of the Qi, the energy production. Addressing overall energy production by balancing hormones, especially thyroid and adrenal hormones, is the key to treat depression.

Low thyroid function is the common cause for the overall reduction of the metabolism and energy production. Female and male hormone imbalances as well as liver detoxification also must be checked and corrected.

Emotional blockages can also be treated with an energetic approach such as Emotional Freedom Therapy (EFT) and Thought Field Therapy (TFT) as well as many of their derivatives. Energy psychological technique combines Chinese meridian stimulation with modern psychological approach and helps the body to release specific emotional holdings through related meridian pathways. European Flower Essences can also be used to reduce emotional stress to the body.

Holistic medicine treats emotional diseases on both physiological and psychological levels. A synergistic combination of all of the techniques should be used at the same time to reach optimal results.

Harry Hong is a licensed acupuncturist specializing in holistic healing for the Highly Sensitive. With his own systematic IBMT protocol which includes Chinese medicine, modern homeopathy, energetic testing and allergy desensitization, he helps the highly sensitive regain their immune strength and get their life back. He has offices in South Florida and Chicago. For more information, email HarryGHong@hotmail.com or visit HighlySensitiveBody.com.

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newsbriefs The Delray Beach Public Library Will Celebrate Food, Glorious Food

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hat’s hot and what’s not on the food scene this season? Find out at the Delray Beach Public Library on Saturday, October 24, 2015. The fifth annual “Food, Glorious Food: Healthy, Local & Delicious,” will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Library located at 100 West Atlantic Ave. There is ample free parking and the cost of the day is $35 per person.

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The event will feature healthy snacks sponsored by Publix, water and coffee throughout the day, lunch-by-the-bite tasting tables, a Cooking Demonstration, a Chef’s Panel, an Authors’ Panel and an exhibit and discussion of food photography. The food symposium will launch the fall semester of the Library’s Lifelong Learning Community Institute which will offer 11 additional study programs.

Ann Bocock, of WXEL will moderate the event which will feature a cooking demonstration by Chef Rey De La Osa of Publix Apron’s Cooking School. That will be followed by a Chef’s Panel discussion including Chef Zack Bell of Addison Reserve, Chef Patrick Broadhead of Max’s Harvest and Max’s Social Hall, Chef De La Osa and Chef Joey Giannuzzi of Farmer’s Table.

Benjamin Rusnak, an award winning photographer, will exhibit some of his work and talk about food photography during First Camera, Then Fork!

The concluding Author’s Panel will be comprised of food writers. It will feature Susan Bryant who writes the Dining Scene column for the SunChef Zack Bell Sentinel; Devin Burke, wellness educator and the author of “Healthy Living in the 21st Century;” Linda Gassenheimer, a TV and radio personality, a Miami Herald columnist and top selling author, and “Mango Mama” Jen Karentnick, author of “Mango” and food critic for Miami Magazine.

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Call for Worldwide Protection from Wi-Fi Radiation

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n May, 190 scientists from 39 nations appealed to the World Health Organization (WHO) to “exert strong leadership in fostering the development of more protective EMF guidelines…” The letter was developed by a committee that included professors from Columbia University, Trent University, the University of Washington and the University of California, Berkeley. It was then signed by a host of university professors and researchers from around the world.

The directive cited several key studies that have shown that radiation from electromagnetic fields—even lowfrequency radiation—is a possible cause of cancer. The WHO adopted a classification for extremely low-frequency electromagnetic radiation in 2002 and in 2011 classified radiofrequency (RF) radiation within its Group 2B—a “possible human carcinogen.”

The letter points out that while WHO has accepted these classifications, there have been no guidelines or standards created by the agency or in conjunction with other agencies. It recommends a convening of the United Nations Environmental Programme and the funding of an independent committee to explore practical means of regulating the widespread and uncontrolled expansion of wireless technologies throughout our environment. The appeal also calls for the protection specifically of children and pregnant women and a strengthening of regulations placed on technology manufacturers.

Berkeley, California, set a precedent on May 12 by acknowledging the health risk posed by RF radiation and adopting the Right to Know Ordinance, requiring electronics retailers to warn customers about the potential health risks associated with it. It reads, “If you carry or use your phone in a pants or shirt pocket or tucked into a bra when the phone is on and connected to a wireless network, you may exceed the federal guidelines for exposure to RF radiation.” The ordinance requires that the notice be displayed in stores that sell mobile phones.

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Glyphosate Self-Testing Now Available

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he Feed the World Project has partnered with the Organic Consumers Association (OCA) to offer public testing for a chemical that is now ubiquitous in conventional food production: glyphosate.

At $119, the test can check levels of this chemical in tap water, urine and soon, breast milk.

“For decades now, the public has been exposed, unknowingly and against their will, to glyphosate, despite mounting evidence that this key active ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup herbicide is harmful to human health and the environment,” says OCA International Director Ronnie Cummins. “Monsanto has been given a free pass to expose the public to this dangerous chemical because individuals, until now, have been unable to go to their doctor’s office or local water-testing company to find out if the chemical has accumulated in their bodies or is present in their drinking water.”

The testing comes on the heels of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) announcement in March that glyphosate is a possible carcinogen and questions the validity of the industry claims from laboratory animal testing that the acceptable daily intake of glyphosate is .3 milligrams per kilogram of body weight per day. The WHO report notes, “The so-called safe levels of glyphosate exposure have never been tested directly to determine if indeed they are really safe to consume over the long term. Instead, the ‘safe’ levels are extrapolated from higher doses tested in industry studies.”

The test is available at FeedTheWorld.info/ glyphosate-testing-test-yourself.

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new study published in the journal Nutrition found that eating pistachio nuts may improve cholesterol parameters, increase glycemic (blood sugar) control, decrease artery stiffness and improve overall blood vessel health.

The study tested 60 adults with poor cholesterol lipid levels. They were randomly split into two groups—one (control) was given lifestyle modifications (LSM) while the other was given LSM and consumed 40 grams (about 1.5 ounces) of shelled pistachios per day for three months.

Compared to the control group, the pistachio group’s levels of high-density lipoprotein (good cholesterol) increased significantly, while their low-density lipoprotein (bad cholesterol) levels went down significantly. Along with lower fasting blood sugar, the pistachio group showed better artery health, established by measuring vasodilation (the flexibility of the arteries to expand and contract).

This, together with pulse-wave velocity testing, can indicate artery stiffness, which has been linked to hypertension and an increased risk of heart disease in general.

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review of research from the Center for Chemical Regulation and Food Safety finds that the quantity of food consumed by pregnant women for increasing a baby’s birth weight is less important than what types of foods she eats.

After systematically analyzing 11 relevant studies, the researchers found that higher birth weights—associated with better brain development during later years—are linked with the amount of fruits and vegetables a mother eats during pregnancy.

Using seven studies, researchers found that low vegetable consumption during pregnancy resulted in more than three times the risk of giving birth to a child with low gestational weight. Other studies found a correlation between higher fruit consumption by expectant mothers and a higher birth weight of babies. Much of the research showing these relationships occurred in developed countries where a conventional Western diet is prevalent.

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esearchers from the UK’s University of Hertfordshire conducted a study that measured the relative relationship satisfaction between couples and their sleeping proximity. More than 1,000 people were surveyed for the study.

The researchers found that 55 percent of couples that typically faced each other but did not touch while sleeping were satisfied with their relationship. Of those that slept back-to-back but didn’t touch, 74 percent were satisfied with their relationship and those that slept in the same direction, but didn’t touch, had a 76 percent satisfaction rate. Even better, 94 percent of those that touched while sleeping, regardless of their relative positions, reported being satisfied.

The closer the couples slept, the happier their relationships were reported to be.

Sad Music Can Lift Our Mood

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study from Free University, in Berlin, has determined that listening to sad music may actually lift our mood. The researchers conducted a survey of 772 people, 44 percent of which were musicians, asking each subject about their emotional responses after listening to sad music. While 76 percent felt nostalgic, more than 57 percent of the respondents indicated peacefulness, more than 51 percent felt tenderness, almost 39 percent had feelings of wonder and 37 percent experienced a sense of transcendence.

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

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Carbon Dioxide Levels Go Through the Roof The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) notes that as of March, the global monthly average for carbon dioxide, the most prevalent heat-trapping gas, crossed a threshold of more than 400 parts per million (ppm), the highest in about 2 million years. “It’s both disturbing and daunting from the standpoint of how hard it is to slow this down,” says NOAA chief greenhouse gas scientist Pieter Tans.

“Carbon dioxide isn’t just higher, it’s increasing at a record pace, 100 times faster than natural rises in the past.”

In pre-human times, it took about 6,000 years for carbon dioxide to rise 80 ppm, versus 61 ppm in the last 35 years, Tans says. Global carbon dioxide is now 18 percent higher than it was in 1980, when NOAA first calculated a worldwide average.

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

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

Fans include Hollywood celebrities such as Zooey Deschanel, and when National Public Radio asked listeners for feedback, many indicated, “I thought I was alone.” The consensus is that adults are seeking to get in touch with their inner child. Beyond the nostalgic charm of coloring books, it’s also a good way for grownups to unwind and reflect.

“So many people have told me that they used to do secret coloring when their kids were in bed,” says Basford. “Now it is socially acceptable, it’s a category of its own.”

For a sample coloring gallery, visit JohannaBasford.com.

Diaper Discovery Mushrooms Grow on Disposables

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

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

The scientists grew the oyster mushroom, Pleurotus ostreatus, on a substance made from used diapers and were able to reduce the diaper’s weight and volume by up to 80 percent. For the experiment, the researchers only used diapers containing liquid waste. They sterilized and ground up the garments; mixed them with lignin from the remains of pressed grapes, coffee or pineapple tops; covered the mixture with commercially available fungus spores; and kept it in a plastic bag for three weeks.

The resulting mushrooms had similar amounts of protein, fat, vitamins and minerals as in commercial yeast. They’re not intended for human consumption, but could be used as a supplement in cattle feed.

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Buying Kilowatts from Each Other Yeloha, a new, Boston-based, peer-to-peer solar startup, allows anyone to go solar, even if they live in a rented apartment, have a roof blocked by a shady tree or don’t have the funds to buy panels. Customers can sign up for the service either as a “sun host” or “sun partner”.

Potential sun host homeowners have a roof suitable for solar, but can’t afford panels. Yeloha will install the panels for free in exchange for access to the solar power the panels create. Sun hosts also get about a third of the electricity created by the panels for free, translating to lower monthly power bills.

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

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Crab Crisis

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

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

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

Source: EndangeredSpeciesInternational.org

Fracking Halt

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

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

In states that have reduced new injections and scaled back current operations, earthquakes have abated.

Pistachio Power

The Nuttiest Biogas Around Turkey, one of the world’s largest producers of pistachios, has begun using tons of the shells to produce biogas (methane) as an alternative energy source instead of dumping them in landfills.

The country even plans to power its first eco-city using this unconventional fuel.

The planned 7,900-acre metropolis is expected to house 200,000 people in Gaziantep Province. This southern region near the Syrian border is the heart of Turkey’s pistachio production, yielding more than 50 percent of the country’s nuts. “When you plan such environmentally friendly systems, you take a look at the natural resources you have,” explains Seda Muftuoglu Gulec, a Turkish green building expert. “If the region was abundant in wind power, we would use wind energy.”

If the project goes forward, construction will start within two years and be completed within two decades. A pilot phase will focus on a 135-acre piece of land and, if successful, expand into the entire city.

It may inspire other agricultural regions to look at what they typically consider waste as an energy source.

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ENLIGHTENED PARENTING Tips for Raising Confident and Loving Kids

by Meredith Montgomery

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ueled by unconditional love, parenting with presence embraces all potential connections between parents and their children.

Establishing Values

Shelly Lefkoe, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Guide to Effective Parenting, believes that children learn what we model as important values. She tells her daughters they should treat her with dignity and respect both because she’s their mother and, “That’s how you treat people and that’s how I treat them.” Honesty is also a high priority in their household.

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

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like their parents love them, but don’t necessarily like them, Martin emphasizes finding ways to identify with their interests. “I love cars, and my dad used to invite me on test drives when I was a kid. Both of my parents took time to connect with me, which had a huge impact on our relationship.”

Christine Carter, Ph.D., a sociologist with the University of California Greater Good Science Center, recognizes the importance of talking explicitly about values. When we see kids doing something we value, ask them how it made them feel, she advises.

“Teens don’t necessarily know that their parents value character over grades,” Carter says, “particularly if parents tend to monitor grades more than aspects of a child’s character. What do you talk about more—their achievements or their character? If it’s the former, consider that you unintentionally might be sending the wrong message.”

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My dad always told me it was my school, my choice, my grades, my life. It made me want to take responsibility. ~Casey Martin

Hummingbird Parenting

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

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

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

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

Children often struggle with transitions, especially when things don’t go as planned. Martin recommends, “When kids throw tantrums or argue to get out of a challenging situation that’s causing them anxiety, help them work through it.

Tell them that you know they’re feeling anxious, that you’ve felt that way before, too, and then help by giving them something specific to do or focus on.”

Independent outdoor play has been proven to help kids learn to exert selfcontrol. America’s children aren’t allowed to roam freely outside to experience nature as previous generations did. In Last Child in the Woods, author Richard Louv cautions against being limited by modern factors such as restrictive subdivision covenants and media-induced fear.

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

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

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

Disciplined Communication

The first eight years of a child’s life are the most formative, effecting personal beliefs that will shape the adult that they’ll become, including impediments to fruitful self-expression. A healthy conversational relationship can foster connection and security while respectfully teaching children right from wrong.

Lefkoe suggests managing parental expectations while considering what serves the child best in the moment.

When a child tries to tell Mom something when she’s distracted, the child may conclude that what they say is unimportant. Instead, the mother can acknowledge the importance of what the child has to say and how she looks forward to listening once she’s freed up before eventually giving the child her full attention.

Parents can serve as a safe haven for kids. Stiffelman says, “Allow them to speak the truth without being corrected or shamed. If they tell you they’d like to do something you don’t approve of, resist the urge to react with immediate advice and talk to them about their decision-making process. Be present enough for them to let them hear themselves think out loud.”

“Children need affection, attention, acknowledgment and unconditional love, not discipline. When you punish kids, they feel absolved: ‘I did something bad, I got punished, now we’re even,’”

If you can’t explain something to a 5-year-old, you don’t really understand it; they make you think about what you know. ~Armin Brott says Lefkoe. When they get caught doing something they shouldn’t be doing, she recommends (with children as young as 5) asking them, “What are the consequences of your actions? Do you want to live with them? Your goal with this conversation should be that your child walks away feeling like they made a mistake, but it was a great learning opportunity.”

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

Navigating the Teen Years

The intense journey of adolescence is about discovering oneself and how to reach full potential. Carter says, “I had to constantly remind myself that this is their journey, not mine, and that it’s going to sometimes be dark and difficult.”

“The more power you give kids, the less they feel the need to test the universe,” says Lefkoe, who reminds parents that while it’s relatively easy to control young children, rebellious teenagers are harder to handle when they feel they have something to prove to an overbearing parent. Offering calculated risk-taking opportunities that don’t involve drugs and alcohol is beneficial in the teen years. “You want them to know how to handle freedom and be responsible once they are on their own,” she says.

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

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

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

With sex education, the authors of The New Puberty, Pediatric Endocrinologist Dr. Louise Greenspan and Adolescent Psychologist Julianna Deardorff, Ph.D., emphasize the importance of being approachable from a young age, so kids naturally turn to their parents when sensitive questions arise.

“It shouldn’t be about having ‘the talk’; it’s about maintaining an ongoing conversation,” says Greenspan. “Body odor is a good starting point in talking about body issues because it’s not intimidating and can be comfortably addressed by either parent.” Avoid rushing into subjects they’re not ready for by focusing on answering the questions that are posed, while offering a glimpse into the near future.

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

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

The Body Book for Boys

by Rebecca Paley, Grace Norwich and Jonathan Mar The Care and Keeping of You: the Body Book for Younger Girls

by Valorie Schaefer The Care and Keeping of You 2: The Body Book for Older Girls

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Kids as Teachers

“By paying attention, we can learn a lot of skills from our kids,” says Brott. Generally, youngsters have a greater tolerance for other people’s mistakes and opinions than adults, and tend to be more laid back.

They regularly teach spiritual lessons about giving and receiving love and happiness in ways we never imagined.

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

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

Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Mobile/Baldwin, AL (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com).

Conscious Parenting Resources

Father for Life: A Journey of Joy, Challenge and Change

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Let them know that all feelings are okay, even though bad behavior isn’t.

Put on Your Own Oxygen Mask First.

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

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

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

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

Praise effort, not natural ability.

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

Raise their Emotional Intelligence. It’s a skill, not an inborn trait. Parents can help by empathizing with children facing difficult emotions and helping them identify and label what they are feeling.

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

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

Rig their Environment for Happiness.

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

Eat Dinner Together. This simple tradition helps mold better kids and makes them happier, too.

Christine Carter, Ph.D., is the author of Raising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents and The Sweet Spot: How to Find Your Groove at Home and Work.

She is a senior fellow at the University of California, Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center.

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Kids like simple, elemental tastes and embrace the magic of the three-ingredient approach to cooking. ~Rozanne Gold, Eat Fresh Food: Awesome Recipes for Teen Chefs

KID COOKERY

They Love Healthy Food They Make Themselves

by Judith Fertig tomato soup with homemade croutons. n less than a generation, childhood “I’m a firm believer that teaching kids obesity has risen substantially, most about which foods are good for us, and notably in the United States, accordwhy, will positively influence their lifelong ing to the article “Child and Adolescent eating habits,” says Smith. “Start right, stay Obesity: Part of a Bigger Picture,” in a right.” recent issue of The Lancet. The authors

Elena Marre, also the mother of two attest that modern culture’s promotion of elementary school children, faced the junk food encourages weight gain and challenge of a picky eater in her family. can exacerbate risk factors for chronic In 2007, she started The Kids’ Table, in disease in our kids.

Chicago, and solved her own problem

When concerned parents have a picky child bent on eating only French along the way. Says Marre, “It’s amazing how often I hear a child complain about fries, they could enroll them in healthy not liking red peppers, dark leafy greens cooking classes that offer tastings and or onions at the beginning of a class. It’s related hands-on experiences for youths so rewarding when that same child is from preschoolers through teens. Here, devouring a dish made with those three children are encouraged to try more foods, eat healthier and learn about meal ingredients at the end.”

Healthy kids cooking classes provide preparation, plus sharpen some math, a fresh way to combat poverty, accordgeography and social skills.

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Leah ing to the Children’s Aid Society, in New York City. The group started Go!Chefs in Smith, the mother of two elementary school children, founded Kids Kitchen 2006 at community schools and centers and Chefs Club, in Austin, Texas, in throughout the city and knows how to 2011. She offers classes for chefs (ages make it fun with Iron 3 to 6), junior chefs (5 to 11) and senior Chef-style competitions. chefs (11 to 14). Kids learn how to make

“When offered a choice between an dishes such as yogurt parfait popsicles apple and a candy on two consecutive occasions and with most having chosen the with healthy grains clusters or roasted

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candy the first time, 57 percent of students in the Go!Kids health and fitness program chose the apple the second time, compared to 33 percent in the control group,” says Stefania Patinella, director of the society’s food and nutrition programs.

In Minnesota’s Twin Cities region, “We do a lot of outreach with Head Start, community schools and organizations like scout troops,” says Chef Ani Loizzo, Whole Foods Market’s culinary instructor at the Whole Kids Club Kitchen Camp, in Lake Calhoun. “We have many kids that know about organic and biodynamic farming and we talk about that in class. We might focus on a healthy ingredient like tomatoes in a one-hour class or explore the culture of Greece or Mexico through food in a longer session.”

Loizzo loves the natural curiosity that kids bring to cooking classes.

“Sparking an interest in exploring ingredients and flavors can also lead to learning how to grow a garden and interest in the environment,” she says.

For children in areas where such cooking classes aren’t yet offered, there are still fun ways to involve them in healthy meal preparation. Maggie LaBarbera of San Mateo, California, started her Web-based company NourishInteractive.com in 2005 after witnessing the harmful effects of teenage obesity when she was an intensive care nurse. It offers educational articles for parents and free downloadable activities that engage children with healthy foods.

“Every positive change, no matter how small, is a step to creating a healthier child,” says LaBarbera. “Together, we can give children the knowledge, facts and skills to develop healthy habits for a lifetime.”

Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Starter Recipes for Kids

Courtesy of TxKidsKitchen.com

Yogurt Parfait Ice Pops with Healthy Grains Clusters

Yields: 4 servings 4 ice pop molds 1 cup granola (use non-GMO, gluten-free Kind bars) in small pieces 1 cup organic fresh fruit such as raspberries, kiwi, mango and strawberries cut into small pieces 2 (6-oz) cartons organic dairy or non-dairy yogurt

Put dates into a medium bowl, cover with lukewarm purified water and set aside to soak for 10 minutes. Drain dates and reserve soaking liquid. In a food processor, purée dates with 3 to 4 tablespoons of the soaking liquid, honey, oil, vanilla and cinnamon until smooth. (Discard the remaining liquid.) Add bananas and purée again until almost smooth.

Transfer to a stainless steel bowl and stir in peanuts and cacao nibs. Cover and freeze, stirring occasionally, until almost solid—4 to 6 hours. Let ice cream soften a bit at room temperature before serving.

Raw Banana Ice Cream Yields: about 1 quart 20 pitted dates, roughly chopped 2 Tbsp raw honey 2 Tbsp extra-virgin coconut oil 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 /8 tsp ground cinnamon 4 cups sliced very ripe organic bananas ½ cup raw peanuts, coarsely chopped, optional 2 Tbsp cacao nibs

Yields: 4 to 6 servings

Sea salt ½ lb (8 to 10) uncooked lasagna noodles Organic olive or coconut oil 1 cup ricotta cheese 1½ cups prepared marinara sauce 1½ cups packed baby spinach ½ cup shredded mozzarella

Nut Butter Granola Bars

photo by Stephen Blancett

Adapted from a recipe by Leah Smith for Kids Kitchen and Chefs Club, in Austin, Texas

Yields: 8 bars 2¼ cups rolled oats ¼ cup shredded coconut (without added sugar) ½ cup applesauce 1 /3 cup nut butter (almond or peanut) ¼ tsp baking soda ½ cup raw honey or maple syrup 1 Tbsp milk or almond milk 3 Tbsp chocolate chips Preheat the oven to 350° F. Mix all dry ingredients in one bowl. Mix wet ingredients into a separate bowl; it may help to heat the nut butter a little first.

Adapted from a recipe by Kensey Goebel for Kids Kitchen and Chefs Club, in Austin, Texas

Cheesy Lasagna Rolls

Adapted from a recipe from Whole Foods Market, Lake Calhoun, Minnesota

Layer ingredients in each ice pop mold like a parfait. Put a sprinkle of granola in first, and then layer yogurt and fresh cut fruit. Add another spoonful of granola to top it all off and freeze the pops for at least 4 to 6 hours.

Line a 9-by-13-inch pan with parchment paper. Bake for about 25 minutes. Let them cool completely before cutting.

Store in a plastic container separated by parchment paper. They should keep for about two weeks and may be refrigerated.

photo by Stephen Blancett

ere’s a sampling of healthy snack food recipes that kids love to make—and eat—in class and at home.

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Combine the wet and dry contents.

Preheat oven to 400° F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add noodles and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes.

Drain well and gently transfer to a clean surface.

Oil the inside of a small roasting pan or casserole dish and set it aside. Working with one noodle at a time, spread with about 2 tablespoons each of the ricotta and marinara, then top with spinach.

Starting at one end, roll up the noodle snugly, and then arrange it in the pan either seam-side down or with the rolls close enough to hold each other closed.

Pour the remaining marinara over assembled rolls, sprinkle with mozzarella and bake until golden and bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes.

Adapted from a recipe from Whole Foods Market

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ew things in life are more permanent than a tattoo. Yet those most likely to change their life course—in careers, relationships or fashion styles—are also most inclined to get inked. Nearly 40 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 25 have at least one tattoo, according to a Pew Research Center poll.

“If you change your hairstyle or look often, you probably aren’t a good candidate for a tattoo, because of the limited flexibility to change that decision,” says Dr. Gregory Hall, a primary care physician in Cleveland, Ohio. Hall created the website ShouldITattoo.com to help inform others after seeing so many patients that regretted the tattoos of their youth. Hall has also authored Teens, Tattoos, & Piercings to try to reach schoolaged kids before they even consider body art.

Career Concerns

The Millennial generation, which is getting inked in record numbers, is also the leading demographic for ink removal.

More than half the tattoos removed by medical professionals in 2013 were for people between 19 and 34 years old. Removal often costs many times more than being tattooed, sometimes requiring a dozen or more sessions over several months.

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Beyond the likelihood of changing one’s mind about a tattoo, Hall cites employment, discrimination and health concerns in urging teens to decline getting inked or pierced. Employers have the legal right to reject a job candidate because of a tattoo—a challenging fact of life for young people to reconcile when they’re still undecided on a career path. Different branches of the military have their own restrictions on body art, which can include the tattoo’s size, placement and subject, while some companies ban tattoos and piercings altogether.

The commitment of a tattoo never interested Lauren Waaland-Kreutzer, 25, of Richmond, Virginia. “I don’t know how I’m going to age and who I’ll be in five years,” she says. Two days after turning 18, however, she got her nose pierced, a decision she hasn’t regretted, even though it’s affected her employment. “While I was working my way through college, I gave up slightly better paying jobs in order to keep my piercing,” she says.

Her current employer, a local nonprofit in Fredericksburg, Virginia, is piercing-friendly, but she has friends that have to cover their tattoos and piercings at work; a former classmate-turned-lawyer even had to remove a small star tattoo from her wrist.

While piercings are more reversible than tattoos, they are also more prone to certain health risks. Tongue and cheek piercings can accelerate tooth decay, according to

Hall, and the risk of infection can be high, especially if it impacts cartilage. “Some skin rejects piercings, and you can end up with permanent scars,” he adds.

Healthier Alternatives

The good news is there are more natural, less permanent alternatives for young adults to adorn and express themselves, including custom-made temporary tattoos, plus magnetic and clip-on jewelry that are indistinguishable from a permanent piercing.

Temporary tattoos work to try out the look before possibly committing.

Henna tattoos, an import from India, are another popular alternative, although Hall has seen many patients develop allergic reactions to this plant-based ink, so it’s always best to test on a small spot first.

Permanent organic inks fade more over time, a downside for someone that keeps a tattoo for life, but “come off beautifully” in a removal process compared to the standard heavy metal inks, reports Hall. Also, “We just don’t know yet what impact the heavy metals may have on people’s immune systems down the road,” he says. “Organic inks are much safer.”

The Toxic Truth About Tattoos

by Anya Vien he spike in popularity of tattooing and potential complications connected that began a couple of decades ago in with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

America and Europe continues to spread The carrier solution used in tattoo inks worldwide. Those considering getting also contains harmful substances such as one will do well to carefully review the denatured alcohol, methanol, antifreeze, options and the health dangers related to detergents, formaldehyde and other toxic traditional tattoos. aldehydes.

Tattoo inks contain heavy metals, A study in the journal Medicine by the and red inks often contain mercury. The University of Texas Southwestern Medical U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) School, in Dallas, links commercial tattoos has not approved any tattoo pigments for to the spread of hepatitis C. Dr. Robert injection into the skin. Tattoo parlors are Haley, a preventative medicine specialist regulated by states and municipalities, and former U.S. Centers for Disease Conbut the FDA doesn’t require manufactur- trol infection control official, comments, ers to release ink ingredients. The lack of “We found that commercially acquired regulation is unsettling, as some 45 million tattoos accounted for more than twice as Americans have been inked. many hepatitis C infections as injection Many tattoo ink pigments are indus- drug use. This means it may have been the trial-grade colors suitable for printer ink largest single contributor to the nationwide or automobile paint, and the FDA warns epidemic of this form of hepatitis.” that it may possibly cause infections, allergic reactions, keloids (fibrous scar Anya Vien is the owner of Living tissue), granulomas (response to inflam- Traditionally.com, focusing on naturally mation, infection or a foreign substance) healthy and sustainable living.

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State laws vary regarding age criteria, some allowing tattoos at any age with parental consent. Hall’s tattoo website has a downloadable contract to encourage kids to talk with their parents before making a decision, regardless of the need for consent.

Name tattoos, even those of loved ones, are among the tattoos most likely to be removed later in life. Hall saw this with a young man that had the names of the grandparents that raised him tattooed on his hands. He said, “I still love them, but I’m tired of looking at them and I have got to get them off me.”

A Harris Interactive poll revealed that a third of company managers would think twice about promoting someone with tattoos or piercings—a more critical factor than how tidy their workspace is kept or the appropriateness of their attire.

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

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ostonian avid open-water swimmer Kate Radville is delighted that water constitutes 70 percent of the Earth’s surface. “The controlled environment of a swimming pool is convenient,” she says, “but splashing around outside in the beautiful summer sunshine is undeniably liberating.”

Enthusiasts are both attracted by the rugged beauty of wild water and humbled by its power, but without proper skill or knowledge, swimming in natural settings can be risky. “Millions of dollars are annually spent on advertising, tourism and beach restoration projects to bring people to water,” says Dave Benjamin, executive director of the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project, “yet, the American Red Cross finds that 54 percent of Americans lack basic water emergency lifesaving skills.” Maximize enjoyment and safety in the open water by heeding basic guidelines.

Be Weather Wise. Check the forecast before heading out and be conscious of any sudden climate changes. Leave the water or the area in the event of thunder or lightning. Tall buildings or mountains may block the view of the sky, and storms

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can pop up quickly, so Benjamin recommends using a battery-powered portable radio or smartphone app for weather updates. Wind and atmospheric pressure shifts can stir up waves for hours, so hesitate before returning to the water after a storm.

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

Renowned coach Steven Munatones, founder of the World Open Water Swimming Association, suggests walking along the beach to look for caution signs, surf conditions boards, flags, buoys, rope lines and available rescue equipment, plus emergency callboxes that pinpoint one’s location if cell phone service is weak. Even seemingly pristine waters can be contaminated by harmful bacteria, algal blooms or runoff pollutants after rain. “Chat with local beach-goers, swimmers, boaters or fishermen about current swimming conditions in designated areas,” counsels Munatones, and check social media sites like Facebook and area online swimming forums.

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Nature is unpredictable, and there are inherent risks associated with swimming in open water, so I always swim with a buddy for companionship and basic safeguarding. ~Kate Radville underwater hazards, ranging from sharp objects to submerged construction, which can create turbulent water and strong undercurrents. Swim in lifeguard-protected areas away from windsurfers, jet skiers and boaters that may not hear or see swimmers, adds Munatones.

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

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

Likewise, an unexpected drop in the water floor may provoke panic. “Physically, someone capable of swimming in three feet of water can also swim in 300 feet,” says Munatones. “But mentally, deep water can feel spooky.”

Rip currents are powerful streams that flow along the surface away from the shoreline. They may be easily spotted from the beach, but often go unnoticed by swimmers. “A potentially fatal mistake is allowing a ‘fight-or-flight’ response to kick in and trying to swim against the current, because rips are treadmills that will exhaust your energy,” cautions Benjamin. Instead, flip, float and follow the safest path out of the water, a technique that conserves energy and alleviates stress and panic, he says.

Watch for Waves. Swim facing oncoming waves and dive under the powerful white foam, coaches Munatones. “Feel the swell wash over you before coming up to the surface.” If knocked off balance by a wave, relax, hold your breath and wait for the tumbling to cease.

Swim toward the light if disoriented under the water, and make sure your head is above any froth before inhaling.

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

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

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

“Be respectful, always.”

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

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reative energy is contagious,” says Kim Harris, co-owner of Yucandu, a hands-on craft studio in Webster Groves, Missouri. As one client crafter commented, “Art is cheaper than therapy and a lot more fun.” It doubles the pleasure when we trust the nature of our supplies.

Arts and crafts stir the imagination, spur creativity and are relaxing. Yet, for some, allergies, chemical sensitivities and eco-consciousness can make choosing materials a challenge. Manufacturers are not required to list heavy metals, toxic preservatives or petroleum-based ingredients, even when they’re labeled “non-toxic”.

User- and environment-friendly alternatives may be difficult to locate, but are worth the effort. After working with paint, glue, chalk and modeling dough, children may lick their fingers and be reluctant to wash hands thoroughly. Retirees with newfound time for hobbies may also have weakened immune systems at risk to chemical exposure. Everyone benefits from minimizing exposure to toxins.

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uses agricultural residue or fibers from bananas, coffee and tobacco, and EcoPaper.com researchers anticipate similar future use of pineapples, oranges and palm hearts.

Labels can be misleading. White paper has been bleached. Processed chlorine-free (PCF) means no bleaching occurred during this incarnation of the paper. Totally chlorine-free (TCF) papers are as advertised. Paper is called recycled if it’s 100 percent postconsumer-recovered fiber—anything less is recycled content.

Glues

For most projects, purchased glues are more convenient, longer lasting and easier to use than homemade. White glue and white paste, called “library paste”, are best with porous items like wood, paper, plastic and cloth. It takes longer to dry and needs to be held in place, but there are no fumes.

“Jewelry is wearable art, so for mine, I primarily use water-based, non-toxic glues and sealers that simply wash off my hands,” advises Nancy Kanter, owner and designer of Sparkling Vine Design, in Thousand Oaks, California. Examples include Elmer’s Washable and Mod Podge.

Airplane glue, rubber cement, spray

adhesive and epoxy all emit toxic fumes.

Instant glue (cyanoacrylate) likewise bonds fast to fingers; toxic, foul-smelling acetate (used in nail polish remover) is needed to remedy the situation.

Paints

Water-based tempera paint is easy to use; Chroma brand tempera removes some of the hazardous ingredients. “I use water-based, non-toxic acrylic paints and wine to paint recycled wine corks for my designs,” says Kanter. “This avoids harsh fumes and chemicals.”

Note that acrylic paint can contain ammonia or formaldehyde. Oil paint produces fumes and requires turpentine, a petroleum-based product, to clean brushes.

Aerosol spray paint is easily inhaled unless protective equipment is used.

Markers and Crayons

“Give kids great supplies and they’ll make great art,” maintains Harris.

“They’ll also be respectful of how much they use.”

Go for unscented, water-based markers, especially for younger children that are as apt to draw on themselves

If paint, glue, chalk or markers have a strong odor or the label says, “Use in a well-ventilated area,” it’s toxic. as on paper. Soy crayons are made from sustainable soybean oil, while retaining bright colors. Dustless chalk is preferred by some. Colored eco-pencils are another option.

Beware of conventional dry erase markers, which contain the neurotoxin xylene; permanent markers emit fumes.

Wax crayons are made with paraffin, a petroleum-based product.

Yarn and Other Fibers

For knit or crochet projects, choose recycled silk and cotton or bamboo, soy silk from tofu byproducts, or natural, sustainable corn silk. Sheep’s wool, organic cotton or alpaca fibers, raw or hand-dyed with natural colors, are environmentally friendly.

Rayon is recycled wood pulp treated with caustic soda, ammonia, acetone and sulfuric acid. Nylon, made from

petroleum products, may have a harmful finish.

More Materials

Canvas is typically stretched on birch framing, a sustainable wood. Look for unbleached, organic cotton canvas without primer. Runoff from an organic cotton field doesn’t pollute waterways.

Experiment with homemade modeling clay. Many tutorials and photos are available online. Commercial modeling clay contains wheat flour, which can cause a reaction for the gluten-sensitive.

For papier-mâché projects, recycle newsprint and use white glue, thinned with water. Premade, packaged versions may contain asbestos fibers. Eco-beads with safe finishes vary from nuts and seeds to glass and stone. For grownups that like to create their own beads, realize that polymer clays contain vinyl/PVC.

In making artistic expression safe, being conscious of the materials used is paramount.

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ost of us are familiar with the placebo effect, when actual healing occurs after the only prescription a patient ingests is a sugar pill that the individual believes is medicine.

Researcher and Chiropractor Joe Dispenza, of Olympia, Washington, knows the value of the placebo effect from personal experience. When his spine shattered during a 1986 triathlon race as his bicycle was hit by an SUV, he had a good mental picture of what had happened. Consulting doctors proclaimed a bleak prognosis and offered a risky surgical procedure as his only chance of walking again.

He left the hospital against the advice of his physicians and spent the next three months mentally—and physically—reconstructing his spine. His story is one of hope for healing for others, detailed in his latest book, You Are the Placebo: Making Your Mind Matter.

How did your pivotal healing take place?

For two hours twice a day, I went within and began creating a picture of my intended result: a totally healed spine. Nine-and-ahalf weeks after the accident, I got up and walked back into my life fully recovered— without having had a body cast or surgeries. I resumed my chiropractic practice 10 weeks out and was training and lifting weights again while continuing my rehabilitation regimen at 12 weeks. Now, in the nearly 30 years since the accident, I can honestly say that I rarely experience any back pain.

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How does your approach differ from mind over matter?

It’s the same. So many people have been conditioned into believing that mind and body are separate things. There is never a time when the mind isn’t influencing the body and vice versa. The combination is what I call a state of being.

How does the placebo effect work?

Think about the idea of giving somebody a sugar pill, saline solution or a false surgery.

A certain percentage of those people will accept, believe and surrender—without analysis—to the “thought” that they are receiving the real substance or treatment.

As a result, they’ll program their autonomic nervous systems to manufacture the exact same pharmacy of drugs to match the real substance or treatment. They can make their own antidepressants and painkilling medicines. Healing is not something that takes place outside of you.

Can you cite examples of disease in which self-healing has been scientifically validated?

There is amazing power in the human mind. Some people’s thoughts heal them; some have made them sick and sometimes even hastened their death.

In the first chapter of You Are the Placebo, I tell a story about one man who died after being told he had cancer, even though an autopsy revealed he’d been misdiagnosed. A woman plagued by depression for decades improved

dramatically and permanently during an antidepressant drug trial, despite the fact that she was in the placebo group. A handful of veterans that participated in a Baylor University study, formerly hobbled by osteoarthritis, were miraculously cured by fake knee surgeries. Plus, scientists have seen sham coronary bypass surgeries that resulted in healing for 83 percent of participants (New England Journal of Medicine). A study of Parkinson’s disease from the University of British Columbia measured better motor coordination for half of the patients after a placebo injection. They were all healed by thought alone. The list goes on.

I’ve personally witnessed many people heal themselves using the same principles of the placebo response, once they understood how, from cancers, multiple sclerosis, lupus, thyroid conditions and irritable bowel syndrome.

How can an ordinary person make that quantum leap and find healing?

Many of us are now recognizing that rather than live in the past, we can create our own future. It requires changing some longstanding conditioned beliefs and the willingness to step into an unfamiliar, uncomfortable, unpredictable state that is consistent with living in the unknown. This happens to be the perfect place from which to create change.

I recommend a meditation that creates physiological changes in the brain and at the cellular level, from 45 to 60 minutes a day. Changing Beliefs and Perceptions meditations are available on my website or individuals can record themselves reading the texts printed in the back of my book.

As we exchange self-limiting beliefs we begin to embody new possibilities.

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TIME TO BE PROACTIVE

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echnology tends to isolate us from others, but science points to the real value in reaching out. On average, we come into contact with more than 100 people a day, but often may not make any real connection with them.

On a typical college campus, it’s rare to see a student not plugged in while walking from class to class. Saying “Hi” to an acquaintance or complimenting someone in passing is nearly impossible. These little day-to-day interactions could provide a steady source of simple pleasures for all if we regularly made the most of such opportunities.

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

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

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

It’s ironic that young people spend hours each day on social networking sites, texting others and making plans with friends so they won’t sit alone at night, yet are getting worse at making such connections face-to-face. Even seated at the same table, conversational eye contact is becoming a lost art, another casualty of technology.

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

So, instead of shying away from chatting with a fellow commuter or asking a cashier how her day is going, say “Hello.”

It’s bound to make everyone’s day better.

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

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Animal Talk They Have Lots to Say If We’d Only Listen

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

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

David Roberts, a computer science assistant professor, and his team at North Carolina State University, in Raleigh, have received a grant from the National Science Foundation to develop a collar to send wireless instructions to dogs via vibrations. Multiple sensors return information about the dog’s heart rate and more, which is especially helpful for service dogs taught not to show stress or distress.

Even without such technology, we can all enjoy improved relationships with animals, domestic and wild, by learning to listen.

Veterinarian Linda Bender, an animal advocate in Charleston, South Carolina, and author of Animal Wisdom, says, “We all have the ability to understand animals. It gets trained out of us around age 7. It’s not about doing, it’s about being, a connection through the heart.”

Meditation quiets the mind from daily concerns, allowing us to stay open, listen and be aware.

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

In Portland, Oregon, intuitive Melissa Mattern relates examples supporting Burnett’s premise from her own experiences.

“My newest cat, Rocket, beat up my other cats and ran amok.

Nothing helped until I took a class in animal communication.”

She asked her other cats what to do.

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

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

A picture of a smoked ham popped into my head. I didn’t understand, but Charli got well and went along,” she says. “In our new Gipuzkoa neighborhood, a deli sells hams, just like I pictured. I can’t explain how Charli knew.” It becomes a matter of trust. “Thoughts or mind pictures can be easy to dismiss or mistrust as imagination,” she comments.

“Every species has something they do best. With humans, it’s problem solving and advanced thinking.

We’ve separated ourselves from nature. We need to remember we’re all interconnected,” Bender says. “When we learn to tune into ourselves, be heart-centric and radiate compassionate energy, it makes us irresistible to other creatures.”

ers are told, ‘Make yourself look big and scream.’ I say ‘Hello,’ comment on the day and thank them for letting me share their space.” Staying calm is vital.

Bender agrees. Grabbed by an orangutan at a wild animal trafficking rescue project, “She twisted my arm and could have easily broken it,” Bender recalls. “Fear is picked up as a threat so I tried to radiate calm. It was intense, but she gradually let go. With animals, you attract what you give.

Better communication means better understanding leading to improved behavior on everyone’s part.”

Communication and understanding among human, domestic and wild animals not only makes life more interesting, it can save lives.

Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

Animal Linguists “Everyone is born with the power to communicate with other species, and although it is long lost for many people, it can be regained for the benefit of all beings on Earth,” says Penelope Smith, author of the Animal Talk and When Animals Speak book series. Meet colleagues of this “Grandmother of Interspecies Communication” via Tinyurl.com/AnimalCommunicatorsDirectory.

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Sleep and Herbal Preparations

By William H. Stager, DO, MS, MPH, FAAFP, FAAMA, FAAO, FACOFP

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ot getting enough sleep can be hazardous to your health. Without enough sleep we can get sicker quicker. You probably got enough sleep as an infant and growing child, but gradually, as you aged, you lost touch with proper, nourishing, recharging sleep. What happened?

When you were a child, you probably naturally surrendered to sleep when you were sufficiently tired. It was a combination of balancing energy needs, burning up your calories as a kid, and recharging and replenishing with calories (hopefully a good diet) and proper sleep. If your life was fairly secure you could rest with minimal or no worries. So, already, we are observing that there are several factors that are necessary in varying degrees for sleep. These include balanced daytime activities and exercise, proper food in proper amounts, a healthy environment, positive attitudes and behavioral coping skills.

you watch, as all those images can come back to haunt you in your dreams. Meditation is a wonderful idea, physically, mentally and spiritually. I meditate day and night, and find that the more I meditate, the less I sleep.

There are a number of prescription drugs, and alternative remedies for sleep. The prescription drugs for sleep tend to be addicting and shouldn’t be used on a long-term basis. Included here are listed a number of herbal preparations that might help with sleep. As always, consulting the appropriate health-care practitioner first may be a good first step.

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As much as behavioral patterns are in our control is as much as they are our responsibility. Behavioral patterns that are in our control can be changed by us, with will, attention, time and energy. Thus, the answers to most of our health and behavior patterns lie within us and are our choice. Thus, it comes as a minor enlightenment for many people to really know and understand that they are in control of either their stressors or their attitudes toward their stressors.

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HOW DO YOU PRAY? Edited by Celeste Yacoboni

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arly one morning several years ago Celeste awoke before dawn. In the quietness of that moment she heard with her heart the collective voice of the world soul ask “How do you pray?” Thus began a journey that brought forward this book.

She first reached out to family and friends and then to leading spiritual, shamanic, scientific teachers, guides, and activists and asked for their response. The responses are deep reflections of each of the contributor’s experience of prayer.

Contributors include Alex Grey, Arjuna Ardagh, Byron Katie, Dan Millman, Gregg Braden, Imam Jamal Rahman, Marianne Williamson, Rabbi Rami Shapiro, Joan Halifax, Amma and many, many others.

Prayer is such a profound and intimate process. It is inspiring to get such a personal glimpse into other’s relationship with this universal practice. No doubt you will find your own experiences of prayer opening up as you explore this wonderful offering.

Here are a few excerpts: Donna Eden: I may be standing, sitting or lying down. There is no set form, though I like it when I am directly on the Earth.

I particularly like being on grass or on a boulder or lying down looking up at a tree or at the sky. I become completely still. The rest unfolds. I do not will it to happen. I often feel both a kind of detachment and a blending – a detachment from my daily concerns and, at the same time, a blending, a oneness with the Earth and all its creatures. A state of appreciation, gladness and compassion washes through me the way the body’s pulsing energies move through every cell. It is a prayerful state rather than active prayer, such as asking for something.

However, in this state, sometimes someone or a longing for an outcome comes into my awareness, and I feel the person or situation infused with the passion, possibility and serenity of that prayerful state.

Dan Millman: The only prayers I know are “Thank you” and “Thy will be done.”

The odd thing is that I do not assume – or know – that there is anyone or any One to whom I am directing those prayers. A God? The universe? My own heart? Maybe it doesn’t matter. Maybe that is the essence of faith. Like Socrates, I know nothing for certain. I don’t know what happens to us when the body dies. I don’t know where we came from or what destiny awaits us.

But I choose to believe that all that happens is for our highest good and learning.

Meantime, I say, “Thank you” and “Thy will be done.”

Gina Rose Halpern: Art is prayer made visible / Music is prayer made audible / Dance is prayer made embodied / But the greatest art we practice / Is the art of Compassion / Which is prayer in action and service

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Tessa Bielecki: My favorite description of God comes from William McNamara, the Carmelite priest who taught me so much about prayer in my forty years of monastic life. (I am no longer a monk.) Calling God Personal Passionate Presence, he said that the only response to Personal Passionate Presence is our own personal passionate presence. So I have learned to sit in silence, passionately present to the moment, in the fullness of my unique personhood, as who I simply am: Tessa. In the silence I feel the Presence surrounding me. I am immersed in it. I am one with it. It fills me and ‘speaks’ to me, but not in words.

For the month of August I will be offering this book at Changing Times Books and Gifts at a 20% discount. It is my hope that you will come in and take a look at it for yourself.

David A. Cronin is a spiritual coach, writer, lecturer and owner of Changing Times Books and Gifts, located in the Village Commons Shopping Plaza, 771 Village Blvd, Suite 202, West Palm Beach, FL 33409. Phone: (561) 640-0496, Website: www.changingtimesgifts.com.

Email: David@ChangingTimesGifts.com.

He has been teaching spirituality since 1974 and teaches a Compassion Meditation Class every Wednesday night at 7:30 PM at Changing Times.

Rick Hotton

And The Mindful Art Of Holy Mole

By Randy Moore

And now here is my secret, a very simple secret; it is only with the heart that one can see rightly. What is essential is invisible to the eye.

– Antoine de Saint-Exupery from The Prince

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ick Hotton is stuck in time, but he’s not complaining. The 56-year-old cartoonist from Sarasota, Florida lives life with the kind of soulful deliberation more commonly associated with an ancient temple or monastery. Hotton would rather observe the flight of a mud wasp or study a turtle munching on grass than watch a popular television show or sporting event.

His reflective nature and reverence for life is the byproduct of practicing and teaching martial arts since he was 14.

Hotton has trained thousands of students; 55 have earned their black belt under his skilled tutelage. Today, he travels the world teaching advanced karate techniques.

Recent trips include Sweden, Norway, England, Ireland, and Canada.

It is Hotton’s regard for tradition and ritual that frames his outlook about life and the human experience. It’s also the essence of his award-winning cartoon Holy Mole, an original creation influenced by Eastern sensibilities and the etiquette of martial arts.

“Mindfulness is at the heart of my martial arts practice and Holy Mole,” he said. “Both involve an appreciation for the intrinsic spirit in everything and the

deeper truths about living with focused awareness.”

Hotton hand draws each strip with an ink pen on a plain sheet of paper. He uses a simple water color set to color the strips; the same inexpensive brand found in many elementary schools. The Holy Mole collection features more than 1,800 strips and current customers include newspapers, magazines and websites. The Holy Mole Facebook page has more than 3,700 “likes” from fans from around the world.

Hotton describes Holy Mole as a crusader for mindful living in an era when people feel disconnected from the superficiality of modern times. His strips capture the angst, humor and hope people feel in a culture obsessed with celebrity worship, new gadgets and continuous hype presented as news.

“Holy Mole reminds people what’s real and important; things like compassion, honor and the regard for the sacredness of life,” he explained. “It’s an expression of the authenticity many people long for in their busy lives.”

Hotton never set out to be a cartoonist or advocate for social change. The art form found him in 2005; first as a relaxing outlet and eventually as a creative way to

encourage mindfulness and compassion.

Holy Mole caught on quickly with early fans that began collecting and sharing Rick’s doodles. Today, he draws new strips each week with a sense of focus that would impress any sage.

The central theme of Holy Mole is the hero’s journey to understanding and selfacceptance. It’s a familiar path of hope and courage that resonates with people of all ages. Why am I here? What is my purpose?

Which path is right for me? The woodland critters in Holy Mole mirror our human tendency of stumbling forward in spite of our misunderstandings about ourselves and our changing circumstances.

Mole, the endearing star of Holy Mole, is the archetypal seeker, which is ironic given that moles are blind. It’s an intentional irony reminding us that our spiritual instincts provide us with clarity as long as we pay attention. Kool Kat, Mole’s laid back friend, personifies living life in the moment without being overwhelmed with questions and self-judgment.

Other Holy Mole characters include an old turtle representing wisdom, cute little penguins representing conformity and innocence, and snails representing whimsy as they encounter the challenges of daily living.

Hotton finds fulfillment in knowing that Holy Mole and martial arts teach mindfulness.

“I’m one of many people that long for a kinder world,” he added. “Although the path can be difficult, we make our greatest progress when we share our journey with others. I feel that sense of connection when I’m training in the dojo or drawing a new cartoon strip. It’s a good feeling that gives me hope.”

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SATURDAY AUGUST 1 Car Pool Tour around Storm Water Treatment Area managed by South Florida Water Management District 7:00 am. The tour drives around the water impound areas viewing the large amount of birds that accumulate in these waters. The number and variety of birds vary according to season and water levels. We stop and exit the cars occasionally. In order to view some of the distant birds better there are scopes to look through. We have seen 115 species of birds since January 2012. The sightings are posted on our yahoo group: auduboneverglades Space is limited and the trips fill up fast. YOU MUST PREREGISTER – print off rules and disclaimer document at www.auduboneverglades.org (email asetripinfo@ gmail.com to register and call Linda 561-742-7791 if any questions.)

Writers Workshops 10-am - Noon. Setting as Character Interiors. Instructor: Victoria Landis. $25 pp Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, 273 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, Phone: 561-279-7790, murdermb@gate. net, www.murderonthebeach.com Reiki Level II with Rev. Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master & Teacher: 9:30am to 5:00pm; $150 includes 2 manuals. Get the Reiki Level II attunement, learn 3 sacred symbols, learn how to work with them & how to send Distant Reiki. Using the symbols vastly increases the Reiki energy! Bring your Reiki Level I certificate with you. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561333-3372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Reiki Level II with Rev. Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master & Teacher: 9:30am to 5:00pm; $150 includes 2 manuals. Get the Reiki Level II attunement, learn 3 sacred symbols, learn how to work with them & how to send Distant Reiki. Using the symbols vastly increases the Reiki energy! Bring your Reiki Level I certificate with you. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561333-3372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com

helps you to find just the right place for you in your body.

Using wisdom (Viveka), learn to experience the asanas with balanced effort & ease (Sthira & Sukha) … ALL levels. Investment - $45 Held at Yoga Journey located at the Wyndham Hotel 5thth floor, 1950 Glades Road, Boca Raton. www.yogajourney.com 561-479-7819 Educational Reef Program at 10:00 a.m. Every Saturday. Learn about the fish and other inhabitants of our near shore reef through a presentation and discussion.

After the program is over, participants will be instructed on where to snorkel in the Park. Bring your own snorkel equipment; a diver down flag is required for snorkeling activities and can be rented daily at the Beach Outfitters Gift Shop. Free with Park admission, for more information and reservations call the Nature Center at 561-624-6952. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is located on Jack Nicklaus Drive on Singer Island between Blue Heron Blvd. and PGA Blvd. in North Palm Beach.

SUNDAY AUGUST 2 Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches “The Art of Reconciliation”, Rev. Marcia MacLean Meditation 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am. CSLPalmBeaches@gmail. com, 561-676-7997. GreenWise Community Room, 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG Sunday Worship Service – Rev. Justin Terry, Pastor of UMCPB, is considered one of the youngest and considered by many, the most outstanding young clairvoyant mediums in the US today. Come and experience his uplifting message. Healing 10:30 AM Worship Service 11:00 AM -UMC 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. 561-6860217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org Sunday Evening Worship Service –7PM Everyone is invited to “feed your soul” and join in for an evening of Enlightenment at our evening spiritual service.

Weekly guest speaker. United Metaphysical Church, 528 Haverhill Road, WPB. 6:30 PM Healing 7PM Service.

561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org

Yoga Journey in the Park with Leslie Glickman at 9:00am. COMPLIMENTARY all levels vinyasa flow yoga practice. Spread the word and help Leslie on her quest to unite our yoga community. Complimentary community class. Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney. com 561-479-7819

Private Reading with Rev. Justin Terry. One of the youngest evidential and physical phenomena medium.

His readings are very informative. He works with your guides, teachers and loved ones who have crossed over.

30 Minutes for $125. 3PM-6PM To schedule, call 561686-0217, office hours 10AM-2PM Wed/Thu/Fri or email Amanda@unitedmetaphysical.org. United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB.

Align and Refine your poses with Juli Kagan 3:00pm5:00pm Inversions. The last of the 3 part series ends with a workshop on Inversions. Join Juli Kagan, ERYT 500, 600 Pilates teacher, author and national speaker on posture and alignment. as she shares her knowledge and

Understanding Animals as Medicine Helpers with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 1:00pm to 3:00pm, $35. Native American teachings & traditions help us understand the relationship between humans and animals. Today you will discover the many

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ways Animal Medicine Helpers can help you and also learn how to establish a conscious relationship with a particular Medicine Helper nation. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com Native American Healing Drumming Circle with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 3:30pm to 5:30pm, donations honored. Traditional Native American style drumming with hand drums, rattles and Lakota Prayer songs: no drumming experience required.

Drums and rattles are available to borrow. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Posture Clinic for Spinal Health and Flexibility w/ Lynn Einloth Sun 12:30-2PM Cost $25 or $20 by 8/1. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280.

The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Liberation Breathing Circle with Denise Dobbs 4:00pm - 6:00pm. Bring something to lay on, a small blanket, & pillow. This two hour workshop will discuss how and why we breath into the heart center to remove emotional blockages from the body, such releases can generate a positive paradigm shift and life transformation based on a change in the experiences they believe one unconsciously attracts. Please note that cancellation must be made 24 hours or more prior to day of workshop to receive a refund. You may call or email studio. Cost$40 register at yogajourney.com Held at Yoga Journey located at the Wyndham Hotel 5thth floor, 1950 Glades Road, Boca Raton. www.yogajourney.com 561-479-7819 Learn to Kayak at 12:00 p.m. (about 1 hour). This is a land-based course to provide beginners the skills necessary for kayaking. Reservations are recommended. Free with Park admission, for information and reservations call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is located on Jack Nicklaus Drive on Singer Island between Blue Heron Blvd. and PGA Blvd. in North Palm Beach.

MONDAY AUGUST 3 Private Reading with Rev. Justin Terry. One of the youngest evidential and physical phenomena medium.

His readings are very informative. He works with your guides, teachers and loved ones who have crossed over. 30 Minutes for $125. 3PM-6PM To schedule, call 561-6860217, office hours 10AM-2PM Wed/Thu/Fri or email Amanda@unitedmetaphysical.org. United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. Spiritual Development with Rev. Justin Terry, Pastor, United Metaphysical Church of the Palm Beaches, gifted psychic medium. This class will discuss Metaphysical topics on many levels, focusing mainly on Mediumship and Psychic Development. Beginner and advanced students are welcome. There will be time at the end of class for meditation and sharing of insights. Suggested donation $10. 7PM United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, West Palm Beach. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

Webinar: Symbols – Aromatherapy In Spiritual Practice with Margaret Ann Lembo. Essential oils have profound effects on the physical body. Aromatherapy balances the mental and emotional body and deepens spiritual practice.

During this workshop you will learn about specific essential oils for energetic balancing to develop your intuition, meditation practice and more. 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT, 9:00 - 10:00 AM PT online at www.

AcademyoftheSpiritualArts.com Registered members receive links and access. Join for $20 a month. Includes approximately 30 other recorded webinars to watch at your convenience.

Online Guided Meditation On Blogtalkradio with Margaret Ann Lembo. Join Margaret Ann Lembo, author of Chakra Awakening, to experience a peaceful guided meditation to release stress and find inner peace. A unique focus will be used for each meditation. Every other Monday at 6PM ET. Take 30 minutes and breathe with Margaret Ann! Profound healing currents, angelic alignment, and Divine Connection are available through this guided imagery meditation. 6:00 – 6:30 PM, free, http://www.blogtalkradio.com/margaretannlembo.

TUESDAY AUGUST 4 Booksignings 7 pm. Linwood Barclay will speak and sign Broken Promise $25.95 Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, 273 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, Phone: 561-279-7790, murdermb@gate.net, www.murderonthebeach.com Meditation classes, guided stress release and energy healing, for health benefit, on Tuesday evenings 7-8pm by reservation, $10 investment. Beginners and regulars welcome. WeissWellnessMD.com. Delia Weiss, M.D. Internal Medicine.

Native American Prayer Circle, Burning Pine Cone and Pipe Ceremony with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; starts at 6:30pm, donations honored.

Prayer is more powerful when people pray together in Ceremony. We will do a Burning Pine Cone Ceremony, where what we want to release is set afire and we'll also set our intentions as to what we want to draw into our lives. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Zyto Scan today! w/Jeremy Moser Tues 2-7PM Cost $13.

To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280.

The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Reiki Healing Session today! w/The Jeremy’s Tues 2-7PM Cost 30 min $45 and 60 min $75. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Soul Healing Weekly Practice With Marsha Valutis. Learn and practice various Soul Healing techniques that can heal and transform any area of your life (health, relationships, etc.). These practices are designed to bring us into the soul frequency and vibration, and the Divine frequency

and vibration, where great healing and transformation are possible. Soul Healing is simple, yet deep and profound.

Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 7:30 – 9:30 PM. Suggested Love offering: $10 - $15. Everyone is welcome.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 5 Laura Norman Reflexology – 4-Day Hand Reflexology Certification, Aug 5-8 (Wed-Sat • 9am-6pm). Study Laura Norman’s unique Method through extensive, guided, hands-on experience! Learn powerful, nurturing relaxation and Hand Reflexology tech-niques, Laura’s holistic approach and the profound results clients experience through the hands. Led by Master Instructor Sande Rosen. Expand your current practice or take your first step toward a new career in complementary healthcare! Upon completion, receive a certificate of completion in Laura Norman Hand Reflexology (Florida LMT, NCBTMB, AOTA, ARCB CE Contact Hours Awarded). Location: Boynton Beach.

Register online at www.lauranorman.com • Call us at 561-272-1220, email us at clas-ses@lauranorman.com.

Freedom From Stress 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays Experience the ancient Raja Yoga Meditation. This wisdom from the ages enables the soul to maintain happiness and peace no matter what the challenge. FREE. Delray Beach.

Contact: 561-843-2296 Channeling Practicum with Roger Harden, healer and metaphysician. Join in the energies as Roger channels Spirit Guides. 7PM Love Offering United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

Psychic Intuitive Development Class With Deirdre AbramI. Everyone is Intuitive! Join Deirdre Abrami, 6th Generation Psychic Intuitive who will teach you how to enhance your own unique intuitive skills. With this small group session, she will be able to coach you how to open your third eye, trust your own intuitive vibes and be confident receiving accurate detailed messages from the spirit world. Developing your intuition is like playing a sport, once you train and practice, your skills become stronger.

6:30-8:30PM @ Private Residence, Delray Beach. $30 in Adv or $35 by 8/2. Pre-Registration is Required. RSVP www.DeirdreAbrami.com or 561-READING (732-3464).

Free healing session with Cristovao Brilho 7:00pm RAMADA West Palm Beach 1901 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd - 33409 - call 786-295-8665 must arrive by 7:00pm Buddhist Meditation-Calming the Monkey Mind w/ Maya Malay Wed 7-9PM Cost $25 or $20 by 8/4. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280.

The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Compassion / Forgiveness Meditation and Discussion With David A. Cronin. Join us for an evening of deep meditation designed to open one’s own heart, cultivate deep compassion and create a sense of connectedness to others. This practice cultivates the mind as well as removes the veils from the heart that create the illusion of separation. Every Wednesday. 7:30 – 9:30 PM. Changing Times

YOUTH TENNIS … SIZED JUST RIGHT FOR KIDS

BOYNTON BEACH, FL The City of Boynton Beach Recreation and Parks Department’s Ezell Hester Community Center, 1901 N. Seacrest Blvd., is offering tennis lessons throughout the summer months for kids ages 4-12 years.

All clinics are held on Tuesdays during June, August July and August.

The first session runs June 2 - 30.

Ages 4-8 will play from 5:00-5:30 pm. & ages 9-12 will play from 5:30-6:15 pm.

The cost for ages 4-8 is $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. The cost for ages 9-12 is $30.00 for residents and $38.00 for non-residents. Be advised that there will be a slight increase in cost during months which contain five weeks.

Parents who are enrolling their children for the first time in any of the department’s activities must provide their child’s birth certificate and a proof of residency during registration.

On-line registration is available at www.boynton-beach.org In person registration is located at Intracoastal Park Clubhouse, 2240 Federal Highway in Boynton Beach.

Hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

For additional information, please call 561-742-6550 or follow us on Facebook (boyntonbeachrecandparks) and Twitter (@boyntonbeachrec).

The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence. ~Denis Waitley

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Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www. changingtimesgifts.com. Love offering. All donations are donated to charities around the world.

A.N.T.H.U.M JAZZ BAND AT THE BOYNTON BEACH SENIOR CENTER BOYNTON BEACH, FL The Boynton Beach Recreation and Parks Department’s Senior Center, 1021 S. Federal Highway, Presents

Dancing at The Make Believe Ballroom

every Thursday from 1 - 3pm featuring The A.N.T.H.U.M. Jazz Band Come dressed to impress!

You must be a participant of the Senior Center or show a guest pass to attend.

Free admission for members!

For more information, please contact the Senior Center at 561-742-6570 or follow us on Facebook (boyntonbeachrecandparks) & Twitter (@boyntonbeachrec)

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THURSDAY AUGUST 6 Gentle Yoga with Judy Love. Expect to feel refreshed, calm, centered, and ready to fully engage in your life in and after this class, which takes a gentle approach to practicing yoga. In this class, we emphasize cultivating mindfulness as we integrate postures, body alignment, breath awareness, relaxation, and meditation. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts. com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 7:30 – 9:00 $15 per class or $40 prepaid for 4 classes

FRIDAY AUGUST 7 Couples Weekend Getaway & Workshop: 7:00pm – Sun 2pm. Join Richard & Diana Daffner, authors of “Tantric Sex for Busy Couples,” for a romantic beach getaway.

Bring greater joy, intimacy and passion to your relationship.

Celebrate your love. Connect with your beloved on a soul level. $695/ couple. Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, FL. More info, other dates & locations, brochure. 941-349-6804, IntimacyRetreats.com.

Reiki Circle - Join in as Reiki Healers channel universal healing energy. Reiki is a Japanese system of relaxation and stress relief that promotes well-being using the body’s natural healing abilities. 7PM. Love Offering. United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. For more info visit www.unitedmetaphysical.org or call 561-686-0217.

Private Psychic Readings w/Countess Nadia Starella Fri 2-6PM Cost 15 min/$30, 30 min/$50, 45 min/$75, 60 min/$100. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.

JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL One Love Vibrations w/Tecia Linville and Joda Cook Fri 7-9PM Cost $25 or $20 by 8/6. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL

Tea located at the Wyndham Hotel 2th floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819 Three Minute Egg -Yoga Teacher Training with Jason Scholder. Join Jason Scholder, for an exclusive 3-day intensive Yoga Teacher Training using Yoga Eggs. Learn how to use Eggs in dozens of postures, and introduce you to basic Egg philosophy, terminology, and application in poses. You will receive half a dozen eggs, a training manual you can take with you, and be listed as a certified 3ME Yoga Teacher for Level 1 on our website. Friday - 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm; Saturday - 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm & 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm; Sunday - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 2:00 pm -5:00 pm; Cost $395 at door, $375 before July 17, $345 before June 17. To register or ask questions - contact (828) 367-7344 or email 3MEWorkshops@gmail.com Held at YOGA JOURNEY STUDIO located at the Wyndham Hotel 5th floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton. 561-479-7819

SATURDAY AUGUST 8 Community HU Song HU, a love song to God, is a gift to the world. Tune into its many blessings and experience divine love. Join us on Saturday, August 8th at 11:00 am, at the West Palm Beach ECKANKAR Center, 1695 Florida Mango Road, Suite 4, WPB. For directions and more info call (561) 434-2003 or find us on www.meetup.com/ecankarinpalmbeach. You can learn more about HU at www. miraclesinyourlife.org, Introduction TO TAROT – Celtic Cross Spread with Trish Vidal. The Tarot is usually read through layouts knows as “spreads”. In this class, we will discuss the Celtic Cross which is one of the best known spreads and is used widely for both its simplicity and complexity. The Celtic Cross is an easy to learn 10 card spread that follows a detailed process through different aspects of a situation, exploring its potential. Please bring a Rider-Waite style Tarot deck.

2:00 – 4:00 PM, $20 prepaid, $25 at the door, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Hwy, Boynton Beach. www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

Booksignings 1 pm. Beverly Tiernan and Wolf Schimanski will speak and sign Standing on a Whale 14.99 and Meter of Corruption 18.99. Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, 273 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, Phone: 561-279-7790, murdermb@gate.net, www.murderonthebeach.com

Buddhist Meditation With Maya Malay. A well-trained mind is essential for true and lasting happiness and ultimately the attainment of enlightened awareness. We will focus on meditation as a tool for transforming our relationship with the mind and in turn our life experiences.

Maya will present traditional meditation techniques in a contemporary context with emphasis on establishing a practice that is most beneficial for each individual. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 7:30 – 9:30 PM $20

Crystals Rock! With Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 12:00pm to 3:00pm, $45. A look at the metaphysical uses of crystals and rocks from the Native American perspective, including their geology and chemistry (not too much though), their life cycles, and how to use (or not use) them in spiritual work. You will physically see with your own eyes the effect you have on touching a common clear quartz crystal. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or emailpearlrauberts@ hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com

Lunch & Learn lead by Leslie Glickman at 12:30. Everything but asana. This is the one class on the Yoga Journey schedule that doesn't include movement. Come and have a lite bite as we discuss all aspects of yoga theory, philosophy and so much more. Topics change weekly. Guest teachers will be brought in for special topics as well. This is a by donation class - your dollars will go to support the Yoga Journey Teacher Training Scholarship Fund. Held at Trend

Native American Journey with the Drum with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee, begins at 3:30pm; donations honored. A single floor drum in the background sets a slow and easy pace to begin your guided meditation journey; a few words are spoken, loosely guiding you out of the material world, closer to the veil, where you will take off on your own. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. To RSVP call 561-333-3372; email pearlrauberts@hotmail. com More details at www.rauberts.com

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9:30am to 5:00pm • Learn to channel healing energy for self and others • Receive four Reiki attunements • Learn the standard hand positions • Supervised practical work • Experienced, well qualified teacher • Level I Certification • Maximum of 8 people Fee: $150 includes 2 detailed manuals

awakening with angels sunday august 30

1:00pm to 4:30pm • The roles of the different Angels • Develop a relationship with Angels • Communicating with Angels • How Angels help us awaken spiritually • Working with Angel cards Fee: $50 includes manual

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Transformational Breath® w/Jamar Sat 6:30-8:30PM Cost $40 or $35 by 8/7. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Yoga Journey in the Park with Leslie Glickman at 9:00am. COMPLIMENTARY all levels vinyasa flow yoga practice. Spread the word and help Leslie on her quest to unite our yoga community. Complimentary community class. Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819 Nature Photography Workshop – Wildlife Photography 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Join us each month for technical and artistic instruction by a local professional. Appropriate for all photographers. from beginners to advanced; bring your own camera equipment – point and shoot or SLR. Wear light clothing, bring sun block and mosquito repellent.

Fee is $35.00, does not include Park admittance. For more information visit http://www.macarthurbeach.org/ event/photography-workshop-lighting John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is located on Jack Nicklaus Drive on Singer Island between Blue Heron Blvd. and PGA Blvd. in North Palm Beach.

SUNDAY AUGUST 9 Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches, “The Greatness in All of Us”, Rev. Marcia MacLean, Meditation 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am. www.cslpalmbeaches. org, 561-676-7997. GreenWise Community Room, 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG Sunday Worship Service – Rev. Justin Terry, Pastor of UMCPB, is considered one of the youngest and considered by many, the most outstanding young clairvoyants in the US today. Come and experience his uplifting message.

Healing 10:30 AM Worship Service 11:00 AM -UMC 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. 561-686-0217. www. unitedmetaphysical.org Private Reading with Rev. Justin Terry, one of the youngest and considered by many, the most outstanding young clairvoyant mediums in the US today. His readings are very informative. He works with your guides, teachers and loved ones who have crossed over. 30 Minutes for $125. Readings are scheduled from 1PM-4PM. To schedule, email Amanda@unitedmetaphysical.org call 561-686-0217 WED/THU/FRI 10am-2pm United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB Sunday Evening Worship Service –7PM Everyone is invited to “feed your soul” and join in for an evening of Enlightenment at our evening spiritual service. Guest speaker. United Metaphysical Church, 528 Haverhill Road, WPB. 6:30 PM Healing 7PM Service. 561-6860217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org The Chakras led by Rev. Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master & Teacher: 12:30pm to 3:00pm, $30. Learn all about the seven major energy centers, the body, mind, emotion & spirit connection and do practical work to sense chakra energy. Participate in a powerful self-healing exercise to direct healing energy to each of your own major chakras.

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6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-3333372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Guided Group Meditation led by Rev. Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master & Teacher: 3:30pm to 4:30pm, donations accepted. Meditation is the number one technique to lower your stress level and everyone is welcome This meditation session includes an initial guided relaxation, leading into a guided meditation, using tools such as visual images, music, awareness of the breath and affirmation. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Live Channel w/Laura Mirante Sun 3-5PM Cost $25 or $20 by 8/8. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.

JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Connecting With Your Angels With Kristina Angelgate.

Everyone is born with angels that are ready to help you when you ask. This is how they serve God, Buddha and the Universal Energies. During this 2-hour class, Kristina will show you how the angels can assist you with all areas of your life. There will also be an open forum during which all in attendance will receive a brief angelic psychic reading.

Bring your questions and receive answers. Remember, you need to ask to receive! Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com.

Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 5:30 – 7:30 PM $20 prepaid; $25 at the door Introduction to Surfing 9:00 a.m. Ranger led course on the basics of surfing, lessons on land and water. Adults and children 12 and older (children under 18 must be accompanied in water by adult). Reservations required, call 561-624-6952. Free with Park admission. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is located on Jack Nicklaus Drive on Singer Island between Blue Heron Blvd. and PGA Blvd. in North Palm Beach.

Bluegrass Music with the Conch Stomp Band 1-3:00 p.m.

Come listen to the Conch Stomp Band and their unique brand of bluegrass music. Free with Park admission, call for more information, (561) 624-6952. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is located on Jack Nicklaus Drive on Singer Island between Blue Heron Blvd. and PGA Blvd. in North Palm Beach.

Bluegrass Jam 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Bring your banjo, washboard, or other acoustic instruments and jam along with the band. Free with Park admission, call for more information, (561) 624-6952. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is located on Jack Nicklaus Drive on Singer Island between Blue Heron Blvd. and PGA Blvd. in North Palm Beach.

MONDAY AUGUST 10 Private Reading with Rev. Justin Terry, one of the youngest and considered by many, the most outstanding young clairvoyant mediums in the US today. His readings are very informative. He works with your guides, teachers and loved ones who have crossed over. 30 Minutes for $125.

Readings are scheduled from 3PM-6PM. To schedule, email Amanda@unitedmetaphysical.org call 561-686-0217 WED/THU/FRI 10AM-2PM United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB

Spiritual Development with Rev. Justin Terry, Pastor, United Metaphysical Church of the Palm Beaches, gifted psychic medium. This class will discuss Metaphysical topics on many levels, focusing mainly on Mediumship and Psychic Development. Beginner and advanced students are welcome. There will be time at the end of class for meditation and sharing of insights. Suggested donation $10. 7PM United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, West Palm Beach. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

Guided Meditation: Stress Relief And Divine Connection with Margaret Ann Lembo.

Come experience a peaceful guided meditation to release stress and find inner peace. A unique focus will be used for each meditation. 6:00 - 6:45 PM, $5.00 suggested “love offering” per event, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Hwy, Boynton Beach. www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

Reiki Circle led by Reiki Master & Teacher Rev. Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master & Teacher; starts 6:30pm, donations accepted. Experience the healing power of Reiki to help body, mind & emotions! Open to those wishing to receive Reiki, each person has a short individual Reiki healing session from Pearl on a Reiki table. Please arrive promptly and you must pre-register (limited number of places). 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Learning to Meditate w/Jamar (4 Wks) Wed 7-8:30PM Cost $109 or $89 by 8/11. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL

Energy Healing Circle With Valerie Langley. It is time to give yourself the gift of healing.

By participating in tonight’s circle, through a guided visualization you will receive “Reiki, the energy of Universal Love”. While receiving energy healing, some will feel tingling, others will feel heat, and all will experience overall relaxation along with the sense of letting go and lightening up. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 7:30 – 9:00 PM Min $10 Love Offering Gratefully Accepted

Compassion / Forgiveness Meditation and Discussion With David A. Cronin.

Join us for an evening of deep meditation designed to open one’s own heart, cultivate deep compassion and create a sense of connectedness to others. This practice cultivates the mind as well as removes the veils from the heart that create the illusion of separation. Every Wednesday. 7:30 – 9:30 PM. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com.

Love offering. All donations are donated to charities around the world.

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THURSDAY AUGUST 13

Online Crystal Course – Balancing And The Laying On Of Stones with Margaret Ann Lembo. In this course we will delve into various gemstone layouts to encourage balance and alignment of the gemstones. Experience a live virtual crystal alignment so have your crystals ready to place on and around your body for this experience. Each class includes a full power point presentation. The link for replay will be sent out as soon as the recording is available (normally 2-3 days after the live airing). If you have any questions please feel free to contact Margaret at Margaret@MargaretAnnLembo.com. 8:00 – 9:30 PM, $25.

A Healing Sound Journey w/Henry Lepler, 7:00-8:00pm. Treat yourself to healing tones of voice, singing bowls, monochord, koto, native drum, flutes & other instruments, which help restore harmony & balance, refresh and renew body, mind, heart & spirit. Theme for this evening’s journey is "Imagination."

Please bring a pillow and blanket/mat if you want to lie down. Comfortable chairs will be available to sit on. Donation $10-$15. In the Chapel at the Duncan Center, 15820 S. Military Trail, Delray Beach. More info at www.henrylepler. com or 561-251-3670.

Meditation classes, guided stress release and energy healing, for health benefit, on Tuesday evenings 7-8pm by reservation, $10 investment. Beginners and regulars welcome.

WeissWellnessMD.com. Delia Weiss, M.D. Internal Medicine.

Make a Dreamcatcher with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee, 6:30pm to approx 8:30pm, $35 includes all materials. This evening join us to make your own traditional Native American style vine hoop dreamcatcher to take home. All materials provided for you and full instruction. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com Soul Healing Weekly Practice With Marsha Valutis. Learn and practice various Soul Healing techniques that can heal and transform any area of your life (health, relationships, etc.). These practices are designed to bring us into the soul frequency and vibration, and the Divine frequency and vibration, where great healing and transformation are possible.

Soul Healing is simple, yet deep and profound. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 7:30 – 9:30 PM. Suggested Love offering: $10 - $15. Everyone is welcome.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 12 Channeling Practicum with Roger Harden, healer and metaphysician. Join in the energies as Roger channels Spirit Guides. 7PM Love Offering United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

Meet Your Spirit Guide With Deirdre Abrami. You have been assigned a spirit guide, and this guide knows your life plan, would you like to access this information? Deirdre Abrami, 6th Generation Psychic Intuitive will teach you easily and effectively how to connect and communicate with your own spirit guides. They can help you with different areas of your life…career, love, health, & business. 7-9:00PM. Crystal Vision, 3160 Stirling Rd. Hollywood. $25 with Advance Registration or $30. 954-81-4992. MORE INFO: www.

DeirdreAbrami.com or 561-READING. Crystal Course - Crystals For Grounding, Protection & To Deflect Negativity with Margaret Ann Lembo. Learn about how to use rocks to help you release scattered energy and find focus and grounding to maintain equilibrium. Many gems are beneficial to deflect various types of negativity. Learn when to use which crystals for the various types of challenging situations and experiences. 7:00 - 9:00 PM, $25, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

“Spiritual Wisdom on Life After Death” Free Spiritual Café at 6:30 pm on Thursday, August 13th at the Publix Greenwise, 11231 Legacy Avenue, Palm

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Beach Gardens, FL 33410. Share informal conversation about dreams and other spiritual tools. Unlock keys to understanding and meeting challenges we face in life. For directions and more info call our local Eckankar Center (561) 434-2003 or find us on www.meetup.com/ecankarinpalmbeach and on Facebook at Eckankar Palm Beach County.

Transformational Breath w/Jamar Thur 7-9:30PM Cost $45 or $40 by 8/12. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Gentle Yoga with Judy Love. Expect to feel refreshed, calm, centered, and ready to fully engage in your life in and after this class, which takes a gentle approach to practicing yoga. In this class, we emphasize cultivating mindfulness as we integrate postures, body alignment, breath awareness, relaxation, and meditation. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts. com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 7:30 – 9:00 $15 per class or $40 prepaid for 4 classes

FRIDAY AUGUST 14 Lunch & Learn lead by Leslie Glickman at 12:30. Everything but asana. This is the one class on the Yoga Journey schedule that doesn't include movement. Come and have a lite bite as we discuss all aspects of yoga theory, philosophy and so much more. Topics change weekly. Guest teachers will be brought in for special topics as well. This is a by donation class - your dollars will go to support the Yoga Journey Teacher Training Scholarship Fund. Held at Trend Tea located at the Wyndham Hotel 2th floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819 3 Day Verdic Thai Massage Workshop/Training with Aaron Erickson. You will not only learn effective tools and techniques to assist others in reducing and eliminating stress and tension in the body, but will be inspired and empowered by learning the fundamentals of living as a spirit being having a human experience. FRIDAY: 7:45pm-10:30pm. SATURDAY: 12pm-8pm. SUNDAY: 12pm-8pm. COST: $300

before August 1st; $330 after. *$100 deposit required to reserve space (optional to pay in full) For questions or to register: Please call Aaron 561-350-5036 or email mysticalhuman@gmail.com Held at YOGA JOURNEY STUDIO located at the Wyndham Hotel 5th floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton. 561-479-7819

SATURDAY AUGUST 15 Psychic Saturday – An experienced group of amazing readers including tarot, clairvoyance, hand-writing analysis, healers and more. Readings $20 for 15 minutes or 3 services for $50. Gift Certificates available. 11AM-4PM. United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Rd. WPB. For more info visit www.unitedmetaphysical.org or call 561-686-0217.

Save The Date! Cd Launch Party & 27th Anniversary with Margaret Ann Lembo.

11:30AM Gemstones Alignment Basics; 12:00 PM CD Signing and Mini-Group Readings; 12:30 PM Gems for Prosperity and Confidence; 1:00 PM CD Signing and Mini-Group Readings; 1:30 PM Gems for Relationships and Communication; 2:00 PM Break for Margaret Ann!; 2:30 PM Cut the Cake!; 3:00 PM Gems for Nature and Earth and Health; 3:30 PM CD Signing and Mini-Group Readings; 4:00 PM Gems for Intuition and Guidance; 4:30 PM - CD Signing and Mini-Group Readings, FREE, plus 20% off Sale. The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Hwy, Boynton Beach, FL, Writers Workshops 10-am - Noon. Setting as Character - Exteriors. Instructor: Deborah Sharp. 25 pp. Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, 273 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, Phone: 561-279-7790, murdermb@gate.net, www.murderonthebeach.com Psychic Fair: Join us for a Very Special Psychic Fair! The Most Amazing Lineup of South Florida’s Premier Psychics! Sat 12-5PM. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter. com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Relationship Drama? A coaching workshop on how one small change changes everything. Duncan Conference Center Delray, 2pm. Ronda Stella-Nevins Life Coach.

Limited Seating. $25 register: Ronda@rondacoacheswomen.com. 561-704-2109 Yoga Journey in the Park with Leslie Glickman at 9:00am. COMPLIMENTARY all levels vinyasa flow yoga practice. Spread the word and help Leslie on her quest to unite our yoga community. Complimentary community class. Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney. com 561-479-7819

SUNDAY AUGUST 16 Life’s Curveballs and Spiritual Growth “Life tosses us a curveball or something.

You can sit and complain about it. You can do whatever you want, but it doesn’t change one thing. You may change, but what happened happened. And a lot of spiritual growth can occur in the meantime. The ECK Worship Service is held every third Sunday of each month at 11:00 am in the Palm Beach County ECKANKAR Center, 1695 Florida Mango Road, Ste 4, WPB. Find us on www.meetup.com/ ecankarinpalmbeach for directions and more info, or call (561) 434-2003.

Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches, “The Many Faces of God”. Ministerial Student, Rick McCullen, RScP, Meditation 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am. www.cslpalmbeaches.org, 561-676-7997. GreenWise Community Room, 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG Sunday Worship Service – Rev. F. Reed Brown, President of United Metaphysical Churches, Roanoke, VA Gifted Medium, Speaker and Metaphysical teacher.

Healing 10:30 AM Worship Service 11:00 AM -UMC 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org Sunday Evening Worship Service –7PM Everyone is invited to “feed your soul” and join in for an evening of Enlightenment at our evening spiritual service. Guest speaker. United Metaphysical Church, 528 Haverhill Road, WPB. 6:30 PM Healing 7PM Service. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org

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Book Club at 3 pm. The Sunday Sleuths Book Club will discuss Little Black Lies by Sandra Block $15.00. Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, 273 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, Phone: 561-279-7790, murdermb@gate. net, www.murderonthebeach.com A Rational Basis for Spiritual Belief with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 1:00pm to 3:00pm, $30. A rethinking of what is “rational”: should personal experience or abstract reasoning determine how we understand the universe? Where western sciences create doubt and disbelief, indigenous science understands, explains, and supports spiritual phenomena. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Make a Hafted Native American style Rattle with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 3:30pm to 6:00pm approx, $40 includes all materials. Rattles are traditionally used by Native Americans as musical and healing instruments and can be built in many shapes.

You will make your own Native American style hafted rattle (rattle with handle. We will work with wet rawhide, so bring a hairdryer if you have one to help it dry faster.

6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP by 5/29: call 561333-3372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com Bluegrass Music 1-3:00 p.m. Just sit back and enjoy some foot-stompin’ and hand-clappin’ bluegrass music in Palm Beach County’s most beautiful setting. The concert is free with Park admission, for more information call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is located on Jack Nicklaus Drive on Singer Island between Blue Heron Blvd. and PGA Blvd. in North Palm Beach.

Birding at MacArthur Park 4:30 p.m. Bird lovers can join a Ranger-led educational walk identifying the many species of birds that make their home in our Park.

Participants should bring binoculars or rent them in the Gift Shop. Reservations recommended, program is free with Park admission. For more information and reservations, call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is located on Jack Nicklaus Drive on Singer Island between Blue Heron Blvd. and PGA Blvd. in North Palm Beach.

Online Guided Meditation On Blogtalkradio with Margaret Ann Lembo. Join Margaret Ann Lembo, author of Chakra Awakening, to experience a peaceful guided meditation to release stress and find inner peace.

A unique focus will be used for each meditation. Every other Monday at 6PM ET. Take 30 minutes and breathe with Margaret Ann! Profound healing currents, angelic alignment, and Divine Connection are available through this guided imagery meditation. 6-6:30 PM, free, www.blogtalkradio.com/margaretannlembo.

The Karmic Pact: 6:30pm to 8:30pm, $25; led by Rev. Pearl Rauberts. We live many lives and before we come into this life we establish a contract with other souls with whom we have karma & we make a pact as to the roles we will play in each other's lives. Understanding this karmic pact is empowering and helpful in making sense as to why difficult things happen even to good people. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. To RSVP call 561-333-3372, email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com Help From Heaven Group Gathering With Connie Fox. "I can help you find the answers to your most important questions!" Join us for a most interesting gathering as Connie communicates directly with various spirit forms of consciousness to answer questions from the audience.

Connie conveys your messages, word-for-word through conversations with Jesus, Babaji, angels, your loved ones, and even your pets. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts. com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 7:30 - 9:30 PM $20 if prepaid, $25 at the door

TUESDAY AUGUST 18 Book Club at 6:30 pm. The Tuesday Murder Club will discuss Still Life by Louise Penny 15.99 Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, 273 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, Phone: 561-279-7790, murdermb@gate.net, www.murderonthebeach.com Meditation classes, guided stress release and energy healing, for health benefit, on Tuesday evenings 7-8pm by reservation, $10 investment. Beginners and regulars welcome. WeissWellnessMD.com. Delia Weiss, M.D. Internal Medicine.

Goddess Circle w/Katy Belmont Tues 7-9PM Cost $25 or $20 by 8/17. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Soul Healing Weekly Practice With Marsha Valutis.

Learn and practice various Soul Healing techniques that can heal and transform any area of your life (health, relationships, etc.). These practices are designed to bring us into the soul frequency and vibration, and the Divine frequency and vibration, where great healing and transformation are possible. Soul Healing is simple, yet deep and profound. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 19 Channeling Practicum with Roger Harden, healer and metaphysician. Join in the energies as Roger channels Spirit Guides. 7PM Love Offering United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

Channeling: The Ones Who Watch Over with Melissa Applegate. Receive answers to your personal questions regarding your love life, work, spirit guides, past lives, social, political, universal, metaphysical and spiritual interests from "The Ones Who Watch Over," a group of light beings who have channeled through Melissa publicly and privately for over 20 years, delighting and enlightening audiences with their insight, wisdom and humor. 7:00 - 9:00 PM, $20 prepaid, $25 at the door, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-3692836 to attend.

Understanding metaphor in Native American Stories with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 6:30pm to 8:30pm; $25. Often thought of as simple allegories, Native American stories are more profound than most people realize. Given the differences in common culture and indigenous understanding, exposing yourself to these stories can help you expand your spiritual maturity and tear down the many boxes imposed by

MONDAY AUGUST 17 Intuitive Ministerial Counseling with Rev. F. Reed Brown – Nationally known psychic and physical phenomena medium. $125 donation for 30 minutes. Teachers and loved ones who have crossed over. 30 Minutes for $100.

Readings are scheduled from 3PM-6PM. To schedule, email Amanda@unitedmetaphysical.org call 561-6860217 WED/THU/FRI 10AM-2PM United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB Message Gallery – with Rev. Justin Terry and Rev. F. Reed Brown – two dynamic nationally known Clairvoyant Mediums, Teachers and Lecturers with United Metaphysical Church. Everyone receives a message from spirit or loved ones. 7PM $20 United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Rd. West Palm Beach, FL Pre-register only at Amanda@unitedmetaphysical.org or call 561-686-0217 WE/TH/FR from 10Am – 2PM.

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common culture. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail. com; details at www.rauberts.com Compassion / Forgiveness Meditation and Discussion With David A. Cronin. Join us for an evening of deep meditation designed to open one’s own heart, cultivate deep compassion and create a sense of connectedness to others. This practice cultivates the mind as well as removes the veils from the heart that create the illusion of separation. Every Wednesday. 7:30 – 9:30 PM. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Love offering.

All donations are donated to charities around the world.

THURSDAY AUGUST 20 Meditation and More – Rev. James Kohlbecker Become aware of your higher-self, seek answers from within and learn to trust your intuition through meditation. May include a channeled message. 7PM . United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. Love Offering 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

Connect With Fairies 101 Lecture & Readings. Do feel connected to fairies? Join Deirdre Abrami, 6th Generation Psychic Intuitive who will teach you simple steps to connecting with natures angels, fairies. This class is especially for those who are connected to plants, trees, environment and healing using any outdoor tools aromatherapy, herbs, flower essences, and much more. Fairies are very healing and uplifting, why not connect with yours today! 7-9:00PM. New Age Books & Things, 4401 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale. $30 with Advance Registration or $35. Cash only at this location. RSVP 954-771-0026 . MORE INFO: www.

DeirdreAbrami.com or 561-READING. Pleiadian Mind-Expansion Techniques: The Atom Module with Melissa Applegate. We are multidimensional beings living in a complex multidimensional universe yet most of us do not consciously experience beyond 3-D parameters because we have been condi-

tioned not to. What if a simple meditative exercise that takes less than 5 minutes a day could positively affect neurological networks in the brain, expand spatial ability, enhance perception, creativity, and intuition? 7:00 – 9:00 PM, $30, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden. com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

Come meet spirit guide “Omar” Through Channeling Medium Elizabeth Margolis Thurs 7-9PM Cost $25 or $20 by 8/19. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Gentle Yoga with Judy Love. Expect to feel refreshed, calm, centered, and ready to fully engage in your life in and after this class, which takes a gentle approach to practicing yoga. In this class, we emphasize cultivating mindfulness as we integrate postures, body alignment, breath awareness, relaxation, and meditation. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 7:30 – 9:00 $15 per class or $40 prepaid for 4 classes Born To Be Healthy! Series With Dr. Nadia R. Malek, DC, DACBN, “Cholesterol! Are You Playing The Numbers Game.” 6:00 – 7:00PM. Are you told that your Cholesterol is too high & you need medication? Here is your opportunity to learn the Truth & Myths about cholesterol and the surprising relationship between cholesterol, age & mortality. Get to the underlying cause of your symptoms.

561.357.8495. This Presentation will be held at: 3900 Woodlake Blvd, Suite 205, Greenacres.

FRIDAY AUGUST 21 Reiki Circle - Join in as Reiki Healers channel universal healing energy. Reiki is a Japanese system of relaxation and stress relief that promotes well-being using the body’s natural healing abilities. 7PM. Love Offering.

United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. For more info visit www.unitedmetaphysical.org or call 561-686-0217.

Reclaim Your Superpowers™ w/Jamar A Transformational Breath Workshop Friday 6-9PM, Saturday 9-5PM, Sunday 9-12 Cost $299 or $249 by 8/14 or $199 by 8/7.

To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280.

The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Drumming / Medicine Circle With David A. Cronin and Buckley Griffis. Join us for an evening of sacred ceremony and drumming. Sacred ceremony and drumming have been used for thousands of years to help bring healing and shift energies. During our medicine circle we drum for three rounds. The first round is to release that which no longer serves our highest good. The second round brings in that which we want to increase in our lives.

The final round is for sending healing to others and the planet. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 7:30 – 9:30 PM $15

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Lunch & Learn lead by Leslie Glickman at 12:30.

Everything but asana. This is the one class on the Yoga Journey schedule that doesn't include movement. Come and have a lite bite as we discuss all aspects of yoga theory, philosophy and so much more. Topics change weekly. Guest teachers will be brought in for special topics as well. This is a by donation class - your dollars will go to support the Yoga Journey Teacher Training Scholarship Fund. Held at Trend Tea located at the Wyndham Hotel 2th floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819 Yin Yoga with Candle Light & Live Music with Aaron Erickson 6:00pm -8:00pm. Dao Yin Yoga is designed to give students a powerful somatic experience. They are guided through a dynamic energetic warmup, conscious connected breathing, and aligned in postures that allow gravity to melt the body open. Aaron leads the class through a contemplative style meditation through out the class. The class is all levels and is presented in a candle lit room with live music played by Simm Gottesman & Doug Tessler. Investment - $25. Held at Yoga Journey located at the Wyndham Hotel 5thth floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819

SATURDAY AUGUST 22 Major Aspects – How Our Planets Interact With Each Other with Trish Vidal. Astrology is a map of consciousness and understanding this map can greatly accelerate our personal and spiritual growth. Aspects are an essential part to interpret and use astrological information. Now that we’ve learned the placement of our planets in our natal chart, we will look at the relationships between them. Aspects establish how planets combine or communicate to stimulate or moderate each other's influence.

Please bring your natal chart to use as reference. 2:00 – 4:00 PM, $20 prepaid, $25 at the door, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach. www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

Writers Workshops 10-am - Noon. Get the Facts Straight. Instructor: Eliot Kleinberg. 25 pp. Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, 273 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach. Phone: 561-279-7790, murdermb@gate. net, www.murderonthebeach.com Reiki Level 1 with Rev. Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master & Teacher: 9:30am to 5:00pm; $150 includes 2 detailed manuals. Reiki helps heal body, mind & emotions. Learn about Reiki and how to channel the Reiki healing energy for yourself & for others. You will learn the hand positions, receive all 4 of the Reiki Level I Attunements & get Certification. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com AHAVATAR: Your Inner Hero With Rabbi Jenny.

In part II of Rabbi Jenny’s revolutionary AHAVATAR training, participants continue the work of awakening and embracing their inner hero. Following a new path to empowerment and purpose, participants continue developing a spiritual foundation of energy and love.

(You can attend part II even if you did not attend part I). Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 5:30 – 7:30 PM $35

Yoga Journey in the Park with Leslie Glickman at 9:00am.

COMPLIMENTARY all levels vinyasa flow yoga practice.

Spread the word and help Leslie on her quest to unite our yoga community. Complimentary community class. Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819 Enhamced Stretch with Leslie Glickman and Pam Leal 1:00pm. Yoga Journey Studio is hosting this long time favorite workshop. This afternoon is all about feeling something new in your poses. Two hours, two teachers, two hands on in every pose. Please Join Leslie Glickman and Pam Leal for an afternoon of enhanced stretching with assistance. You will receive touch corrections in every pose that include Thai Bodywork and intuitive stretching. If you haven't done this workshop before...try it now. Cost $50.00 Held at Yoga Journey located at the Wyndham Hotel 5thth floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819

SUNDAY AUGUST 23 Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches, “A World That Works for Everyone”, Rev. Marcia MacLean. Meditation 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am. www.cslpalmbeaches. org, 561-676-7997. GreenWise Community Room, 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG. Sunday Worship Service – Guest speaker is Marsha Bennie, UMC Seminary Student, Gifted Medium, Channel and Healer. Come and experience her uplifting message. Healing 10:30 AM Worship Service 11:00 AM -UMC 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org Sunday Evening Worship Service –7PM Everyone is invited to “feed your soul” and join in for an evening of Enlightenment at our evening spiritual service. Guest speaker. United Metaphysical Church, 528 Haverhill Road, WPB. 6:30 PM Healing 7PM Service. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org The Spiritual Teachings of "The Tibetan" and How They Can Help Us led by Rev. Pearl Rauberts; 12:30pm to 2:30pm, $25. "The Tibetan" also known as Djwhal Khul (or D. K.), is a Spiritual Guide and Master in the non-physical realm who gave a large number of teachings about reincarnation, the spiritual journey, stages on the journey (e.g. the stages of the Aspirant and the Disciple) through the mediumship of Alice Bailey. This is an introductory level discussion about a few of these teachings and no previous knowledge is required. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Native American Healing Drumming Circle Ceremony with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 3:30pm to 5:30pm, donations honored. Traditional Native American drumming with hand drums and rattles: no drumming experience required; drums & rattles available to borrow. Deeply spiritual experience suitable for everyone and drum healing offered to those wanting healing. Friends Meeting House, 823 North A Street, Lake Worth. To RSVP call 561-3333372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com and details at www.rauberts.com Connecting With Your Angels With Kristina Angelgate.

Everyone is born with angels that are ready to help you when you ask. This is how they serve God, Buddha and the

Universal Energies. During this 2-hour class, Kristina will show you how the angels can assist you with all areas of your life. There will also be an open forum during which all in attendance will receive a brief angelic psychic reading.

Bring your questions and receive answers. Remember, you need to ask to receive! Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com.

Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 5:30 – 7:30 PM $20 prepaid; $25 at the door

MONDAY AUGUST 24 Guided Meditation: Stress Relief And Divine Connection with Margaret Ann Lembo. Come experience a peaceful guided meditation to release stress and find inner peace. A unique focus will be used for each meditation. 6:00 - 6:45 PM, $5.00 suggested “love offering” per event, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

Develop Your Intuition: Angel Cards, Billets And Psychometry with Margaret Ann Lembo. We all have intuitive gifts. Your ability to know, hear, see or sense the truth using our intuition is as real as your ability to use your physical senses. Often these gifts go undeveloped because training may not have been available in school or growing up.

Come learn how to listen to your inner guidance. 7:00 - 9:30 PM, $20 prepaid, $25 at the door, maximum 20 people, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-3692836 to attend.

How to Meditate led by Rev. Pearl Rauberts: 6:30pm to 8:30pm, $25. Do you want to feel more peaceful and let go of your stress? Meditation is the answer! Learn meditation techniques including visualization, using an affirmation, the breath, music. Participate in a powerful guided group Meditation. Suitable for beginners and those wanting to improve. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. To RSVP call 561333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com

Soul Healing Weekly Practice With Marsha Valutis. Learn and practice various Soul Healing techniques that can heal and transform any area of your life (health, relationships, etc.). These practices are designed to bring us into the soul frequency and vibration, and the Divine frequency and vibration, where great healing and transformation are possible. Soul Healing is simple, yet deep and profound. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 7:30 – 9:30 PM. Suggested Love offering: $10 - $15. Everyone is welcome.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 26 Channeling Practicum with Roger Harden, healer and metaphysician. Join in the energies as Roger channels Spirit Guides. 7PM Love Offering United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

Native American Healing Drumming Circle with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 6:30pm to 8:30pm, donations honored.

Traditional Native American style drumming with hand drums, rattles and Lakota Prayer songs: no drumming experience required. Drums and rattles are available to borrow. Deeply spiritual experience suitable for everyone and drum healing is offered to those wanting healing. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Compassion / Forgiveness Meditation and Discussion With David A. Cronin. Join us for an evening of deep meditation designed to open one’s own heart, cultivate deep compassion and create a sense of connectedness to others. This practice

Yoga for Beginner’s Series w/Jamar (6Wks) Thurs 7-8:45PM Cost $115 or $99 by 8/23 or DROP IN FEE $20 per class. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.

JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL

TUESDAY AUGUST 25 “Spiritual Wisdom on Life After Death” Free Spiritual Café at 11:00 am on Tuesday, August 25th at the Wellington Whole Foods Market Café, 2635 State Road 7, Wellington, FL 33414. Share informal conversation about dreams and other spiritual tools. Unlock keys to understanding and meeting challenges we face in life. Presented by the Palm Beach County ECKANKAR Center. For directions and more information call our local Eckankar Center (561) 4342003 or find us on www.meetup.com/ecankarinpalmbeach and on Facebook at Eckankar Palm Beach County. For info about ECKANKAR visit www.eckankar.org.

Meditation classes, guided stress release and energy healing, for health benefit, on Tuesday evenings 7-8pm by reservation, $10 investment. Beginners and regulars welcome. WeissWellnessMD.com. Delia Weiss, M.D. Internal Medicine.

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cultivates the mind as well as removes the veils from the heart that create the illusion of separation. Every Wednesday. 7:30 – 9:30 PM. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Love offering. All donations are donated to charities around the world.

THURSDAY AUGUST 27 Meditation and More – Rev. James Kohlbecker - Become aware of your higherself, seek answers from within and learn to trust your intuition through meditation.

May also include a channeled message. 7PM United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. Love Offering 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

Reiki Circle led by Reiki Master & Teacher Rev. Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master & Teacher; starts 6:30pm, donations accepted. Experience the healing power of Reiki to help body, mind & emotions! Open to those wishing to receive Reiki, each person has a short individual Reiki healing session with Pearl on a Reiki table. Please arrive promptly and you must pre-register (limited number of places). 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Transformational Breath w/Jamar Thur 7-9:30PM Cost $45 or $40 by 8/26.

To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Gentle Yoga with Judy Love. Expect to feel refreshed, calm, centered, and ready to fully engage in your life in and after this class, which takes a gentle approach to practicing yoga. In this class, we emphasize cultivating mindfulness as we integrate postures, body alignment, breath awareness, relaxation, and meditation. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class.

7:30 – 9:00 $15 per class or $40 prepaid for 4 classes

FRIDAY AUGUST 28 Couples Weekend Getaway & Workshop: 7:00pm – Sun 2pm. Join Richard & Diana Daffner, authors of “Tantric Sex for Busy Couples,” for a romantic beach getaway. Bring greater joy, intimacy and passion to your relationship.

Celebrate your love. Connect with your beloved on a soul level. $695/couple.

Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, FL. More info, other dates & locations, brochure.

941-349-6804, IntimacyRetreats.com.

Trance Circle – Guides and Teachers with Rev. Justin Terry. Rev. Terry will bring through your Spirit Guides and Teachers. Limited to 25 people at $25.

7PM. RSVP in advance to Amanda@unitedmetaphysical.org or call 561-6860217 $25. United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. Group Angel & Psychic Readings With Deirdre. Join Deirdre Abrami, 6th Generation Intuitive & Spiritual Advisor for this small intimate spiritual gathering where you will receive loving and healing messages from your guides & angels. Everyone is assigned guides and angels, and they assist us with all areas of our lives, so why not access their knowledge to make our lives easier? Only

15 Attendees Max; 7-9PM. Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, PBG. Registration: $30 in Advance or $35. RSVP with Jamar's at 561-630-2280. More Info: www.

DeirdreAbrami or Call 561-READING (732-3464).

Meet Your Spirit Guides and Readings w/Deirdre Abrami Fri 7-9PM Cost $35 or $30 by 8/27. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Moving Into Stillness With Amy Elise. This class is all about meditation -the greatest gift you can give yourself; the only way to silence the mind and realize your true nature. The class begins with a moving meditation, a gentle sequence of movements to guide your body back to alignment and focus the mind. The second half of the class is devoted to sitting meditation. Please bring yoga mat and sitting cushion. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 7:30 – 9:30 PM $20 prepaid, $25 at door Lunch & Learn lead by Leslie Glickman at 12:30. Everything but asana. This is the one class on the Yoga Journey schedule that doesn't include movement. Come and have a lite bite as we discuss all aspects of yoga theory, philosophy and so much more. Topics change weekly. Guest teachers will be brought in for special topics as well. This is a by donation class - your dollars will go to support the Yoga Journey Teacher Training Scholarship Fund.

Held at Trend Tea located at the Wyndham Hotel 2th floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819

SATURDAY AUGUST 29 Chakra Awakening: Crystal Healer Certification Level 2 with Margaret Ann Lembo.

Level 1 is a prerequisite. Level 2 is designed to apply the teachings of Chakra Awakening for balancing the mental, emotional and spiritual bodies through crystal alignments or the laying on of stones. This experiential workshop with meditations, third eye development, activation of healing energies, development of connection with your Master Healing Guide will help you remember your innate crystal healing abilities.. $157 prepaid by August 22 or $199 after August 22, prepayment required, maximum 14 participants. Bring a massage table if you have one! At The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Hwy, Boynton Bch www. thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

Writers Workshops 10-am - Noon. How to Self Publish Your e-book. Instructor: Gregg Brickman. 25 pp. Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, 273 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, Phone: 561-279-7790, murdermb@gate.net, www.murderonthebeach.com Make a Hand Drum with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee: 10:00am to 1:00pm approx. $165 for Native American style octagonal hand drum ($105 deposit) or $195 for Native American style round hand drum ($135 deposit). All deposits for materials must be paid by 8/14. You will make your own Native American style hand drum all materials provided including animal hide & frames made by Grandfather Rick. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP by 8/14: call 561-333-3372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com The Many Ways of the Medicine Wheel with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 2:30pm to 4:30pm, $25. There are many ways that a Medicine Wheel can help us in our daily lives. As ceremony or as a tool for learning the truth of our emotional and psychological patterns, and how to improve them, the Wheel is stunningly adept and powerful.

It is important to be aware of the context in which the Wheel was first given to the ancestors. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372, or email pearlrauberts@ hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com Breaking the Cycles: Empowering the Spirit w/Jeremy Crumb Sat 10-5PM Cost $125 or $100 by 8/28. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Yoga Journey in the Park with Leslie Glickman at 9:00am. COMPLIMENTARY all levels vinyasa flow yoga practice. Spread the word and help Leslie on her quest to unite our yoga community. Complimentary community class. Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819

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SUNDAY AUGUST 30 Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches, “Spiritual School Supplies”, Rev. Marcia MacLean. Meditation 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am. www.cslpalmbeaches. org, 561-676-7997, GreenWise Community Room, 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG. Sunday Worship Service – Rev. Justin Terry, Pastor of UMCPB, is considered one of the youngest and considered by many, the most outstanding young clairvoyant mediums in the US today. Come and experience his uplifting message. Healing 10:30 AM Worship Service 11:00 AM -UMC 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. 561-6860217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org Sunday Evening Worship Service –7PM Everyone is invited to “feed your soul” and join in for an evening of Enlightenment at our evening spiritual service.

Weekly guest speaker. United Metaphysical Church, 528 Haverhill Road, WPB. 6:30 PM Healing 7PM Service.

561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org Private Reading with Rev. Justin Terry, one of the youngest and considered by many, the most outstanding young clairvoyant mediums in the US today. His readings are very informative. He works with your guides, teachers and loved ones who have crossed over. 30 Minutes for $125. Readings are scheduled from 1PM-4PM. To schedule, email Amanda@unitedmetaphysical.org call 561-686-0217 WED/THU/FRI 10am-2pm United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB

Highest Divine Expression Workshop w/David Winfree Sun 3-6PM Cost $45 or $40 by 8/29. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL Rebirthing: Conscious Breathing With Maya Malay.

Through an open relaxed state, that Lotus breathing gently produces, stress, tension and emotional discord fall away, limited energy and negative belief systems are revealed and over come, past experiences reframed.

Clarity and insight are easily accessed and one is restored to a greater confidence, health, vitality and overall well being. Changing Times Books & Gifts, 771 Village Blvd., # 202, WPB. www.changingtimesgifts.com. Please call 640-0496 to sign up for this class. 5:30 – 7:30 PM $20 Yoga Journey Yoga Kula and brunch at Farmers Table.

At Yoga Journey we believe in creating community. Our Kula gatherings are our favorite way to bring everyone together for yoga, food, fun, and friendship. There will be yoga to live music and then a delicious healthy meal. Yoga Journey has reserved the Wyndham Hotel Boca Raton ballroom and the private dining room at the Farmer's Table Boca. There will be an all levels Vinyasa to live music followed by a special private brunch downstairs in the beautiful dining room. Event begins at 10:00am (Yoga) and 11:30 (Brunch). $40.00 includes everything - you just need to bring a mat! Held at the Wyndham Hotel. 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819

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Spiritual Development with Rev. Justin Terry, Pastor, United Metaphysical Church of the Palm Beaches, gifted psychic medium. This class will discuss Metaphysical topics on many levels, focusing mainly on Mediumship and Psychic Development. Beginner and advanced students are welcome. There will be time at the end of class for meditation and sharing of insights. Suggested donation $10. 7PM United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, West Palm Beach. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

Online Guided Meditation On Blogtalkradio with Margaret Ann Lembo. Join Margaret Ann Lembo, author of Chakra Awakening, to experience a peaceful guided meditation to release stress and find inner peace.

A unique focus will be used for each meditation. Every other Monday at 6PM ET. Take 30 minutes and breathe with Margaret Ann! Profound healing currents, angelic alignment, and Divine Connection are available through this guided imagery meditation. 6:00 – 6:30 PM, free, http://www.blogtalkradio.com/margaretannlembo.

Energy Healing Circle led by Rev. Pearl Rauberts; starts at 6:30pm, donations accepted. Experience Rauberts' Energy Healing Technique (REHT) a new and unique method of working with the healing energy created

by Pearl Rauberts. Arrive promptly as we start with a short group meditation; each person then receives an individual session of energy healing from Pearl. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Please RSVP ahead of time (limited number of places): call 561333-3372, email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com

Private Reading with Rev. Justin Terry, one of the youngest and considered by many, the most outstanding young clairvoyant mediums in the US today. His readings are very informative. He works with your guides, teachers and loved ones who have crossed over. 30 Minutes for $125. Readings are scheduled from 1PM-4PM. To schedule, email Amanda@unitedmetaphysical.org call 561-686-0217 WED/THU/FRI 10am-2pm United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB

Awakening with Angels with Rev. Pearl Rauberts, Angel Messenger Practitioner; 1:00pm to 4:30pm, $50. Could you use some help from the Angels? This class will teach you about Angels, about developing a relationship with them, how to communicate better with them and receive help from them, especially with regard to your spiritual awakening. You will work with Angel cards to help you get closer to the Angels. Pearl will lead a powerful guided group meditation to help you be more aware of the presence of Angels. 6073 Summit Blvd, WPB. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Advance Energy Anatomy w/David Winfree Sun 122PM Cost $25 or $20 by 8/29. To Register or For More Information Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL

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BETTER HEALTH

COLOR ESSENCE AURA SPRAYS

Access Bars® Sessions and Classes. LMT and Breathwork Teacher. All of Life comes to me with ease, joy and glory! www.SuladePaula.com 561-573-7416.

HERPES-NOMORE-GUARANTEED,Call 1-888-755-9001 Or visit us online: HERPESCOLDSOREKILLER.COM

Aura Sprays are color coded energized sprays specifically designed to illuminate, harmonize and balance your aura and personal environment. Schedule an appointment for a FREE color reading and shopping time with Dr. Lisa 561.393.6513 by appointment only

ACUPUNCTURE Dr. Cynthia Zhang. MD (China). Acupuncture physician. (561) 414-0715.

“HEALTH IS WEALTH" Dr. William Larzelere, OMD, L.Ac., Acupuncture Physician. Boca Raton & North Palm Beach, Free Consultation & Energy Graph. (954) 650-0542, www.AcuOm.com

ANIMAL CARE THE ANIMAL APOSTLE The key for all creatures great and small is love! Specializing in pet sitting/house sitting and long term home caretaking. Blessing animals and the people who love them! Johnathan Bishop 561-827-7114 Jaibishop@Yahoo.com

BEADS BEADS BEADS Classic, rare, and amazing beads of all kinds and over 150 classes call 561-649-9909

BREATHWORK Nurture love, life force, and your innate brilliance. Discover the power of your breath to turn anxiety, illness, infertility, or pain into joy. Boca Raton/Lake Worth studio locations + home calls.

Call or text Lia at 561-376-3713.

CAREGIVER Licensed CNA, Retired Massage Therapist, Colon Therapist, Esthetician, Nutritionist, CNA available part-time for caregiving, health coaching, organizing for you or your loved one. Caring, responsible, reasonable. Please call Sharon cell 954-882-2697

PERSONAL TRAINER FITNESS COACH Are you stuck and can’t lose weight? Weight Loss and Nutrition Coaching to help you reach your fitness goals. www.confidencebeginshere.com or call 561-676-2249 Work with Susan to reach your weight loss goals.

SELLING 3 Oakworks electric massage/chiropractor tables. $2500.00 each. Nancy 561.350.6866.

COACHING

HEALING SERVICES

Relationship Challenges? Dynamic 4-Step Process for understanding oneself and others and for communicating compassionately. Lynn Komlenic, Life & Communication Coach 561.714.9553 or www.palmbeachlifecoach.com

ENERGY HEALING offered by Dr. Yafi includes: release negative energy and energy blocks, Chakra balancing, with Hemi-Sync (brain balancing meditation), spiritual counseling, and more! Call Dr. Yafi at (954)471-3073 and visit www.HealthyMindsPractice.com Holistic practitioner offering energy healing, body work, aura cleansing, chakra alignment, African/Native American healing and intuitive spiritual consultations. Call Tahirah (561) 305-6025 www.joyfulhealing.webs.com

The Horseback Riding Summer Camp Includes: Horsemanship • Safety Skills / Grooming • Riding Lessons Games / Hayrides • Fishing / Paddleboating • Swimming / Volleyball

HEALING CIRCLE w/ Carolyn Cohen. Come join us for a ‘Spiritual Date Night’ tm. 2nd Friday of each month @ Unity Church in the Gardens, Jupiter, 7:30-9:00pm. Suggested donation $20. For more info call Carolyn 561-746-4599 www.carolyncohen.net (This circle has been ongoing group since 2004, all tailored for healing from the inside out).

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Camp Runs Weekly June through August • Ages 6 and up!

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Professional Nanny 14 years experience. Looking for full time position. Holistic, health conscious,loves being active with children, flexible, dependable,trustworthy. Excellent references. (561) 385 5738. Marieta032@yahoo.com

Licensed Stylist downtown Boca Raton salon Newly renovated/LED lighting. Uses all natural/ organic/no-ammonia/no formaldehyde P/T or F/T Call Juli Edwards 561-891-7527.

Busy Jupiter Day Spa looking to add Acupuncturist/LMT.Great clients& location- 20 years.

561-745-9944 Tammy

HOLISTIC COACH Alicia Benova - european holistic coach in Wellington, Florida. Find your purpose, pursue your dreams and live fulfilled life. Master your fears and become free. Express yourself without restrictions. Awaken to your full potential and start thriving now with joy and gratitude. European Holistic approach to wellbeing with special focus on balancing energy body and chakras. Alicia is Brennan Healing Science Practitioner with over 10 years of experience with holistic energy private practice. We organize healing retreats in indeginous part of amazonia rainforest where we pay close attention to healing with plants. www.healinginperu.com (954)515-9202

HOLISTIC HEALING - THE WHOLE BODY, MIND AND SOUL ENERGY HEALING offered by Dr. Yafi includes: release negative energy and energy blocks, Chakra balancing, with Hemi-Sync (brain balancing meditation), spiritual counseling, and more! Call Dr. Yafi at (954)471-3073 and visit www.HealthyMindsPractice.com Yoga, massage, meditation, energy work, mindfulness, touch therapy, enchanting embrace, body grooming for men, behavor health private one to one session 954-551-1366-yogishah- trained in eastern philosophies

HOLISTIC MARKETING Holistic Marketing with Third Eye Design Studio - Web Design, E-Stores, Website Updates, Email Newsletters, Logo Design, Social Media, Adwords. www.StudioThirdEye.com. Email heather@studiothirdeye.com

HYPNOSIS Dr. Yafi Yair, doctor of clinical psychology, offers hypnosis for spiritual and personal development.

Services include childhood and past-life regression, Life Path, joyful living, overcoming any personal obstacle, Hemi-Sync Plus Hypnosis, life coaching, and much more. Visit HealthyMindsPractice.com for more information, call Dr. Yafi at 954-471-3073, or visit Dr. Yafi at the spiritual center: 26 S.E. Fourth St., Boca Raton.

DOMESTIC HELPER/HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED – DELRAY BEACH Busy entrepreneur seeks responsible dependable person to do the following: 1. Housekeeping 2 Laundry 3. Ironing 4 Grocery Shopping 5 Some Food Preparation. Requires approximately 6 to 7 hours a week. Pays $15 to $20 per hour. Candidate must live somewhere between Boynton Beach and Deerfield Beach. getJack@aol.com

HOUSE TO SHARE 2,400 sq ft private single family home w/ great views totally remodeled, in PGA National, animal friendly must love cats, wonderful for healing/transitional phase or alternative for assisted living. Depending upon your requirements, rent would vary. Call 561-601-7487

MASSAGE THERAPY Heaven meets Earth Massage Jasmine Almonte Massage Therapist LMT# MA77541 First session is $40, 60 minutes per session. WPB Only. Call to schedule an appointment 561)577-4556 UNHURRIED MASSAGE for relaxation and wellness, serving men, women, couples at your home/hotel. 90-min Swedish massage, OUTCALL only. Call Bill at 561-386-3560. WellingtonMassageTherapy.com, MA54553 Deep Tissue and Traditional Thai Massage - New client special - 90 minute massage $60, outcall only. 561.907.3068, MA26945

PERSONAL TRAINER FITNESS COACH

Are you stuck and can’t lose weight? Weight Loss and Nutrition Coaching to help you reach your fitness goals. www.confidencebeginshere.com or call 561-676-2249 Work with Susan to reach your weight loss goals.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZER De-clutter your home and simplify your life. I can help you decide what to keep and what to let go.

I will organize your space so you can find what you want when you need it. Closets, Garages, Kitchens, Paperwork, Filing, Moving, and Unpacking. Professional, dependable and nonjudgmental. Kathleen@DunnOrganizing.com Phone: 561-670-1448

SHOPPING

I shop groceries & gifts, llc grocery & gift shopping services delivered to you, same & next day deliveries 561-400-7696 personalized shopper with nutrition at heart

SOULCOLLEGE Know Thyself via SoulCollage® Create your own set of oracle cards. Each card reflects a different aspect of who you are. Use them intuitively to answer questions about YOU. www.soulcollage.com. Email inezt45@gmail.com for workshop dates in the West Palm Beach area.

SPACE AVAILABLE Office Space For Rent- Jupiter. 400 sq. foot office available immediately within Palm Beach Holistic Center in Jupiter. Use of waiting roomprivate entrance and bathroom- includes electric and phone. $600 month. 561-935-1090.

Established spiritual health and wellness boutique in the heart of Boca Raton is looking to sub-lease a room 12x15, with use of amenities. Various arrangements are possible for sublet or part time share of space. Rent on a monthly basis. 561-367-8898 Animal sanctuary is open to having workshops, clinics, spa days.. camp days all for rental by the 1/2 day or full day.. and sleep overs.We have many buildings with cover and a/c and tables and chairs for 100 people. can easliy fit 1000 people for yoga tai chi, bon fires, cooking demos, luncheons, lectures etc. on a weekly/monthly basis.

Beautiful surroundings with plants trees and flowers, a large lake, and ,animals can be included in the workshops. Please call nancy 561-792-2666 in LOXAHATCHEE Room available for rent in Boca Raton. Room #1 10 x 14, Floor to ceiling windows, covered parking included, Call for details, Utilities included, Month-to-Month. 561-674-2766 You will love The Healing Center for Alternative Medicine. Our patients say this is a peaceful, uplifting. Looking for a Holistic Professional Practitioner to rent a treatment room in my office condo located at 16244 S. Military Trail Suite 120, Delray Beach. 561-498-1414.

TRAUMA PSYCHOTHERAPY RAPID RESOLUTION THERAPY heals trauma quickly and painlessly. Recover now from sexual or physical violence, betrayal, grief. Satisfaction guaranteed! Visit www.DouglasSchooler.com 561-395-3033 DrSchooler@outlook.com

YOGA Open, release and transform during private yoga sessions with Karen. My 25 years of yoga experience will leave you blissed out! Beginners welcome! (561) 271-6980.

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ACUPUNCTURE / ORIENTAL MEDICINE

AGAPE HEALING ARTS

Health & Wellness Center 385 Tequesta Dr. Suite 4&5 Tequesta, FL 33469 561-76 AGAPE (561-762-4273) www.AgapeHealingArts.com Dr. Keith Cini AP, DOM Acupuncture Physician Dr. Bella Cini AP, DOM, LM, LMT Acupuncture Physician & Midwife

AGAPE HEALING ARTS Health & Wellness Center provides natural, traditional & time tested healing modalities which include Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, & Wise Woman Wellness. Therapeutic body work including Chi Nei Tsang, Craniosacral Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, Arvigo Maya Abdominal Massage, Tai Chi & Qi Gong. Herbal Remedies, Yoga & Meditation.

PALM BEACH ACUPUNCTURE Cameron Bishop, DAOM, L.AC. 1505 North Federal Hwy Lake Worth, FL 33460 561-533-7475

Trained in the US, China and Japan in Acupuncture, Cameron teaches across the country and specializes in gentle and effective acupuncture. Board Certified and State Licensed with over eighteen years experience, Dr. Bishop is the only one in Palm Beach County with an Accredited Doctorate. www.AskWithin.com

Deadline: 10th of the PRECEDING MONTH (e.g. Nov. 10th for Dec. Edition) Visit www.napalmbeach.com for pricing information AKASHIC RECORDS CONSULTANT QI GONG AND TAI CHI TEACHER ED DOLEZAL Fa Qi Si (Medical Qi Gong Healer)

561-450-9630 www.UniversalQiGong.net West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter

Know your life’s mission and achieve it with a paradigm shift through higher vibration by balancing your mind, body and spirit connection. Ed offers group Qi Gong classes monthly and private Qi Balancing sessions. Private Akashic Record consultations are available either in person or over the phone. On parle Français. Parliamo Italiano.

ALTERNATIVE INTEGRATIVE WOMENS’ MEDICINE HELENE B. LEONETTI, MD, FACOG, DABIHM 1 West Camino Real, Suite 202 Boca Raton, Fl 33432 954-592-4448 www.helenebleonettimd.com

LADIES, YOUR DOCTOR IS IN. TAKE ACTION; TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR LIFE. I am looking for a courageous woman. One who wants to take back control of her life. Conventional medicine stresses what is wrong with you. There is nothing wrong with you. You were born in perfect harmony and you’ve been offered only drugs and surgery to fix you. Natural holistic medicine stresses what is right with you and gives you tools to builld up: • Happy hormones • Vibrant energy • Natural optimal health • Positive self esteem • Peak sex Let’s get to work. Call me when you are ready to take a positive step in your life to heal yourself. Dr. Helene has practiced OB-GYN with a Holistic Medicine approach in the Northeast for over 20 years. She has delivered over one thousand babies as a Board Certified Doctor.

She is a published researcher and a well known Author and Lecturer. Today, Dr. Helene is available for a holistic Integrative Medicine aproach for her patients. But-that is not the point! It is all about you!

Now accepting patients for the first time in Florida.

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

SARAH SMITH, AP, DIPL. OM

Acupuncture WPB, LLC 1900 S. Olive Ave West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561-855-0580 | sarahsmithap@gmail.com www.sarahsmithap.com Board Certified in Oriental Medicine, and a FL licensed Acupuncture Physician, Sarah Smith offers gentle acupuncture, process acupressure, herbal medicine, and dietary supplement recommendations to help you heal and de-stress.

Sarah helps people with pain, fertility and menopause challenges, stress, anxiety, insomnia, and chronic autoimmune and digestive conditions.

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THE HEALING CENTER FOR ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

16244 S. Military Trail Suite 120 Delray Beach FL 33484 phone:561-498-1414 www.drelishaomd.com doctoresther@att.net

Dr. Esther Elisha, AP, MD(Israel) NCCAOM Specialties are acupuncture, nutrition, herbal and holistic medicine. Graduate of Hadassah Medical School, Sri Lanka University and Acupuncture-Acupressure Institute Miami. Cosmetic chemist and creator of Elishea Natural Skincare www.Elishea.com

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AROMATHERAPY UNIQUE HOLISTIC BOUTIQUE Vesna Stankovic 561-705-8989 200 Lindell Blvd. # 917 Delray Beach FL 33483 UniqueHolisticBoutique.com Lisa Ruff 954-415-1871 LisasHerbsAndOils.com

Hand Poured Organic/Wildcrafted Therapeutic Essential Oils. Custom Blends and sprays. Tesla Metamorphosis Energy Healing. Iridology Consults with Zyto Analysis and Herbal Suggestions for ailments.

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Founder, NF Specialist Center for Brain Jupiter www.CenterforBrain.com 561-744-7616 info@CenterforBrain.com Get Your Head on Straight. 18 years as a specialist in technologies that improve the brain. WITHOUT MEDICATIONS, helps overcome chronic problems with ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, MEMORY and SLEEP. We deal with cases that often have multiple treatment failures - and see consistent improvement. AT CBT we have created comprehensive programs to help the brain work better.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY A NEW BEGINNING

4273 East Main Street Jupiter, Florida 33458 (561)776-8288 www.colonictransformation.com Let’s make a new beginning in your life today! Call now for Colon Hydrotherapy and/or Massage Therapy Georgina J. Hine LCT, LMT, NBCHT, NCBTMB I-ACT Member/ Advanced Level MM26344, MA43268 Colon Hydrotherapy, is a safe, effective method of removing waste from the large intestine. By introducing a small amount Of filtered water into the colon, the waste is softened and Loosened, resulting in evacuation through natural peristalsis. I use FDA registered equipment from Dotolo (a closed system) and disposables. I also offer Massage therapy: Swedish, Deep Tissue. A quiet, peaceful atmosphere awaits for your New Beginning!

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COLON HYDROTHERAPY DEBBIE STROMER CT, LMT

Ascension Wellness 1612 NW Boca Raton Blvd, Suite 5 Boca Raton, FL 33432 ascensionwellness@yahoo.com 954-579-7156 With nearly 10 years experience specializing in gentle colonics, she is knowledgeable on the raw food lifestyle (Hippocrates), juice fasting, detoxification, and deparasiting.

Trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine, she also integrates acupressure into sessions along with massage. H-Wave can also be used in addition during a session to help move lymphatic and interstitial fluids for optimal results. Schedule your appointment today to start experiencing wellness the natural way. Packages are also available. MA#43431 MM#31912

JOHN V. TERRUSA, L.C.T. L.M.T. Colon Care-since 1985 Tequesta / 561-745-9170 Lic #MA0006248 / Lic # MM27361

90% of all sickness starts in the colon. Detoxification center specializing in gentle, caring combination of colonics, massage, and energy work for mind, body and spirit. Disposable speculums & filtered systems.

Only registered hydroenterologist in FL-1 of 26 members of American Hydroenterology Association. Ionized Footbath.

COUNSELING - EMDR INSIGHT COUNSELING CENTER

Roxanne Grobbel, JD, LCSW, RPT 2499 Glades Road, Ste. 305 Boca Raton, FL 33431 561-756-3477 www.RGrobbel.com

EMDR along with traditional counseling treats issues including: trauma, depression, anxiety, fears and relationship difficulties. EMDR accelerates the treatment of numerous problems. See our website.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

EILEEN YOCHEVED HANDE, BS, MA, LMT (SINCE 1993) The Massage Room at Back in Balance 7035 Beracasa Way, Ste 104 Boca Raton, FL 33433 www.bodymassageandbeyond.com 561-715-6185

Alternative Pain Management and Advanced Massage Therapies *Upledger Certified CranioSacral Therapy *Deep Tissue Massage *Reiki Master, Reflexology *Electro-Therapy Point Stim Certified (ETPS). I have developed innovative approaches to Pain Relief through the integration of these Heaing Therapies for the treatment of: Car Accident Injuries, Headaches, TMJ, Stress, Sciatica, Neck and Back pain, Plantar Fasciitis, post surgical stiffness. Even Doctors have become my patients!! MA 14975; MM 10999

FITNESS TRAINING

KENNETH N. WOLINER, MD, ABFM Difficult-to-treat conditions 9325 Glades Road, Suite 104 Boca Raton, FL 33434 561-314-0950 www.holisticfamilymed.com

Board-certified family medicine MD, admits to West Boca Medical Center, specializing in Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, bioidentical hormones, fatigue, pain, anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Effective, permanent weight loss through fixing your metabolism. No insurance accepted.

HOLISTIC HAIR SALON GLISTEN ORGANIC SALON

530 NE 2nd Street Delray Beach, FL 33483 561-767-0371 info@glistensalon.com

“ Where nature and beauty meet” A hidden jewel in the heart of Pineapple Grove. Come and relax in the serene, private environment while receiving the finest in organic and conventional services and products. Let years of experience and professionalism guide you to Delray’s hottest neighborhood.

WILLY GREEN

561-670-3763 Forever Fitness Palm Beach Gardens, FL Reach your fitness goals and maintain those goals with a program designed for you, no matter what those goals are: cardiovascular health, muscle tone, post injury mobility or increasing flexibility at any age.

Certified by the National Institute of Sports Medicine and Academy of Sports Medicine. 30 years of experience.

ORGANIC HAIR

954-868-2515 Organic Hair Studio, 376 Tequesta Drive, Jupiter FL Rene' Stufano is an extraordinary talent with over three decades in the hair industry. She has owned salons and spas in Indiana, Florida, Colorado and Tennessee, but most of all enjoys the one on one experience with her clients. Rene's specialty is creating new designs that project the inner beauty and authenticity of the individual. Having a focus on health and sustainable living, all of the products Rene' uses and prescribes contain only Certified Organic ingredients. She offers every hair service from color to Keratin Treatments, leaving the hair in the best possible condition with a spectacular design!

Call today for a free consultation. 954-868-2515

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HOLISTIC WAY OF LIVING

HOLISTIC PHYSICIAN HEALING HEARTS HOLISTIC CENTER 2351 Vista Parkway Ste 500 West Palm Beach, FL 33411 561-870-0133 www.HealingHeartsFL.com Healing Hearts Holistic Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our mission is to promote a new concept of health and wellness that stresses self-directed care via a mind-body-spirit approach. Through our Integrative Medical Model we blend the best of Eastern Philosophies with Western Medicine to achieve perfect health, happiness and longevity. Our treatment plan includes a consultation with a Medical Doctor, counseling, yoga therapy, massage, meditation and spirituality. All of our Instructors work on a reduce fee schedule to make these programs affordable to everyone.We have a Spiritual Discussion Group that meets on Wednsday evenings and is open to the public. Private Meditation Instructions available on donation basis.

NICOLETA SCHEER

LAWRENCE J. LEVY, PSY.D., PA

Nicoleta is a Certified Yoga Teacher, Certified Life Coach, Certified Reverend Reiki Master&Teacher and Certified Angel/Oracle Card Reader, an Entrepreneur and an Artist. Her outstanding energy and enthusiasm will guide you toward your wholesomeness and will empower any aspect of your life spiritually, emotionally and physically. Are you looking to bring to manifestation your dreams this year? To create a holistic way of living? To live in a Happy and Peaceful state of mind?

Private and group sessions/classes available.

Licensed Psychologist offering psychotherapy from depth psychology perspective for adults and couples dealing with Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Relationship and Break up issues. Also Cognitive-Behavioral Psychology, NLP – Neuro Linguistic Programming, Hypnosis, Hypnotherapy and Addiction Therapy. Telephone consultation available.

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Palm Beach Gardens 561-891 8684 nicoscheer@yahoo.com

YIHONG JOY HAO, MD, OMD, L.AC.

A Holistic Specialist in Both Western & Eastern Medicine 2900 N. Military Trail, Suite 101 Boca Raton, FL 33487 561-998-0309

Board Certified Family Physician.

Master of Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine. Professor of Oriental Medicine. Natural Pain Management Specialist Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Nutrition, Homeopathy, Pain Management, Immune Regulation, Detoxification, Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement, Women’s Health, Infertility, Geriatrics, Medical Weight Loss, Addictions, Balance and Harmony, etc.

HOMEOPATHY POSITIVE NUTRITION OF SO. FLORIDA Wendy Cottiers-Pacella, Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner 4640 N. Federal Highway, Suite F Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308 954-306-3887 www.positivenutritioninc.net Offering Individual, Family & Group Nutritional Counseling, Food Sensitivity & Hair Analysis Testing. Register for complimentary newsletter.

Offices in Ft. Lauderdale & Palm Beach.

HOLISTIC VETERINARIAN CLASSICAL VETERINARY HOMEOPATHY Michael Dym, VMD 650 Christina Drive #106 Royal Palm Beach, FL 33414 561-860- 8578 www.doctordym.com Integral holistic veterinary medicine also affiliated with full service veterinary medical, surgical and diagnostic facility. Classical homeopathy, herbal and nutritional therapy.

Vaccine and pesticide alternatives.

Trained by Richard Pitcairn, DVM, phd. Office and phone consultations nationwide.

HEALING HEART

Nancy A. Keller, DVM, CVH, CVA, CVC 208 N.E. 3rd St. Boynton Bch, Fl 561-740-1313 Fax 561-740-0819 Integration of Ancient Wisdom and Modern Medicine.

Holistic Veterinary Care for our animal friends. By appointment only.

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INTERNAL MEDICINE AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE WEISS WELLNESS MD

Delia Weiss MD Internal Medicine And Holistic Prevention 200 Lindell Blvd., Suite 914 Delray Beach, FL 33483 561.243.8783 WeissWellnessMD.com Primary Care + Preventive Medicine. Full spectrum of care, acute and complex issues, to preventive wellness. Traditional and natural complementary approaches. Compassion practice, Professional, Experienced. Personalized health and wellness services and classes to meet your specific needs. Extended eve/wknd hrs.

Insured/Uninsured. Home and onsite visits available by appointment. Located: 200 Lindell Blvd., Suite 914, Delray Beach, FL 33483. SW corner Fed. Hwy and Lindell Blvd., West of Walgreen’s. Meditation classes, guided stress release and energy healing, for health benefit, on Tuesday evenings 7-8pm by reservation, $10 investment, 561.243.8783.

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398 Camino Gardens Blvd, Suite 7 Boca Raton, FL 33432 561-206-4286 Fax:561-210-8802

LIFE COACH MARK CRAWFORD

Life Coach / Reiki Master Serving Greater Florida area 845-467-8853 I help people to find the life they were meant to live and enable them to remove the barriers to living that life. Whether it be issues relating to health, money, relationships, career, spiritual growth, lifestyle, grieving and loss or recovery I can help. Come lead a more fulfilling life aligned with your soul’s purpose. The heart of life coaching lies in the belief that the client has all the answers inside them. Through the co-creative relationship we unlock those answers and enable you to bring it to life. In conjunction with coaching I can utilize a blend of reiki and color healing for a fuller more integrated internalization of the learnings if you choose. It isn’t necessary but assists in the process.

As an intuitive empath I am able to guide you into the depths of your being for the best results possible. Both modalities are available together or separate. Coachings can be done in person, by phone or skype. Call for your appointment today!

LAURA NORMAN LIFE WELLNESS COACHING AND REFLEXOLOGY Delray Beach • New York City • The Berkshires 561-272-1220 • 212-532-4404 • 413-854-2615 www.lauranorman.com Laura created Life Wellness CoachingSM to empower you to: • Release old programs that no longer serve you • Be balanced and stronger • Get clear about your goals • Think and speak affirmatively • Focus your inspirations about relationships career, prosperity, health and nutrition • Embrace and manifest your dreams • Love your life!

Experience a unique blend of tools for your mind, body and spirit, including: • Guided imagery and visualization • The power of conscious language • Breath work with Aromatherapy • Law of Attraction • Love, Forgiveness and Gratitude • Laura Norman Holistic ReflexologySM Let us help you live an inspired life!

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Certified Law of Attraction Life Coach Parenting Specialist • Grief Counselor Addictions Therapist • Reiki Healer 561-386-3808 www.lifecoachskye.com Live the life you desire. Create the love you deserve.

Laugh your way to the bank. I am a self empowerment life coach, certified in Law of Attraction. I will assist you in discovering the power within you to manifest the life you want. My clients learn they not only attract more of what they've been seeking but are enjoying feeling excited about life in general. Complimentary first session.

MICHELE LANDERS & ASSOCIATES Board Certified Life Coach Certified Hypnotherapist Certified Numerologist Author of The Tao of Numbers and The Year of Living Miraculously (561)333-9720

What Do YOU Really Want in Your Life? Confused about what you want? Unemployed - in transition- facing layoff? Do you want to experience a more meaningful life?

Whether you're stuck in a rut, fearful of the economic situation, going through a transition or just trying to figure out what you want Michele Landers will help you to discover your talents and what you truly want and assist you in getting past the illusion of fear and confusion. Coaching is a valuable process that can produce dramatic results in a short period of time.

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE & THERAPY BEVERLY DOWDLE, LMT, LLCC

FL Lic#MA6733 Advanced Lymphatic Therapy™ The Therapeutic Alternative 301 Camino Gardens Blvd.,Ste.102 Boca Raton ~ 561-392-3340 www.TheTherapeuticAlternative.com Beverly is a Certified Lymphatic Specialist with over 27 years experience. See and feel the results; glowing skin, reduced swelling/ puffiness, improved immune function and better digestion. Decreases post-workout and post-surgical recovery time.

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE & THERAPY

MEDITATION SCIENCE OF SPIRITUALITY

NATALYA DURAND LMT

www.lovetomeditate.org English (561) 715-3996 ~ Dave Espanol (954) 646-1715 ~ Nestor

561-308-6220 FL Lic # MA26353 Wellington, FL www.Natalyadurand.abmp.com Spring cleaning of your body! Detox, Renew, Rejuvenate! Benefits of Lymph drainage Therapy: Reduction in edemas (swelling); Detoxification of the body Regeneration of tissue, including burns, wounds and wrinkles Anti-aging effects. Relief of numerous chronic and subacute inflammations, including sinusitis, bronchitis and otitis.

Relief of chronic pain. Reduction in the symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia.Antispastic actions to relieve conditions such as muscle hypertonus and some forms of constipation. Deep relaxation to aid insomnia, stress, loss of vitality and loss of memory.

Alleviation of adiposis and cellulite tissue. Schedule A session to improve overall health! Natalya Durand LMT specializing in Lymphatic drainage therapy since 1999.

MASSAGE & HEALING

KUNDALINI MASSAGE

by Anya Deva Sol Oasis Yoga and Massage Studio 408 E Ocean Ave, Boynton Beach, FL 33435 www.ElementalTherapy.org 917-848-4807 Return to the Original Perfection. A powerful blend of classical massage and subtle energy work, directing consciousness of your body to fatigued areas to help heal quickly and naturally. Kundalini massage helps to relieve not only stress of large muscles, but the tension of smooth tiny muscles of arteries and veins, improves blood circulation in bone and cartilage, which results in faster regeneration of tissues and younger, healthier body. 10+ years of experience, excellent results with:Chronic pains, Autoimmune disorders, stress-based Cardiovascular problems, Arthritis, Sports injuries, Long-lasting stress relief and Pain management. 7 days /week 9am-8pm Incall/Outcall $80/hr. Call today to feel great! "Kundalini Healing Workshops every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, at 4 pm."

If you want more than just stress relief and relaxation, meditation on the Inner Light could be what you have been searching for. Join us for weekly meetings focused on spirituality and meditation. No charge, no donations.

QUARTELL CHIROPRACTIC 7100 Fairway Drive #33 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 561-625-5556 www.mindunwind.net

“Mind Unwind” guided meditation classes. Our guided meditations are 30 minutes long and you can expect a refreshed, clearer, more positive and focused mind. We are hosting morning, afternoon and evening meditations classes. If you mention you saw us in Natural Awakenings your first class with us is FREE.

ORTHO-BIONOMY® YINI PEREL, LMT

FL Lic# MA24690 Ortho-Bionomy The Therapeutic Alternative 301 Camino Gardens Blvd., Ste.102 Boca Raton ~ 561-392-3340 www.TheTherapeuticAlternative.com Ortho-Bionomy is a gentle form of bodywork that reduces tension and discomfort. It works without being uncomfortable in the process.

It is excellent for anyone seeking relief from pain, improved range of motion, increased flexibility, and improved postural alignment. Yini is a Licensed Massage Therapist and is certified as a Practitioner of Ortho-Bionomy by the Society of OrthoBionomy, International®.

Ortho-Bionomy® is a registered trademark of the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International, Inc. ® and is used with permission.

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PAIN MANAGEMENT NATURAL CHRONIC PAIN RELIEF

Holistic Well-Being 400 Royal Palm Way Palm Beach, FL 33480 561-922-7070 www.myholisticwellbeing.com

PSYCHIC DEIRDRE ABRAMI

6th Generation Psychic Healer, Speaker & Coach Delray Beach, FL 561-READING (732-3464) www.DeirdreAbrami.com Deirdre offers in-person & telephone private intuitive readings, Weekly Psychic Development Class Series, Certified Angel & Mediumship Workshops & Spiritual Conferences.

Vi s i t h e r s i t e f o r d e t a i l s www.DeirdreAbrami.com.

Relief for all chronic pain and headaches. Our holistic approach target the root of your problems to give you fast recovery and LONGLASTING relief. When other therapies have failed, we give you hope.

PHOTON LIGHT THERAPY PSYCHIC/INTUITIVE HEALER

PHOTON LIGHT SPA

218 Commercial Blvd, Ste 108 Lauderdale by the Sea, FL 33308 954-303-9585 www.photonlightspa.com Photon Genius/Genie, BioMat, Infrared, Ionization, Nutrition, Facials, Waxing, Healing. “Comprehensive Body Cleanse and Detox” reduces stress, pain, inflammation, weight, Candida, parasites, heavy metals and radiation.

PILATES PILATES SPACE FLORIDA Authentic Pilates & Holistic Lifestyle Solutions 4826 NW 2nd Ave. Boca Raton, FL, 33431 561.317.2835

Experience the difference Authentic Pilates can make in your Life at our state- of- the- art studio featuring GRATZ® Pilates equipment We proudly feature: Authentic Pilates lessons; Reformer, Tower and Mat classes; CoreAlign® lessons: Private Yoga instruction: Functional Fitness training; Holistic Wellness Counseling: Usui Reiki: Massage: Wellness Workshops; Clara's Boutique & Cafe featuring exclusive Fitness apparel, Jewelry, Books, Vegan supplements and more.

Call about new client special. 561.317.2835 visit: www.pilatesspaceflorida.com

DR. DEBORAH ARMENTI

Dr. Deborah Armenti www.amysticalage.com Empower Yourself Holistic, Healer/ Health Coach Life/ Relationship Guide Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 954-802-3477 email: amysticalage@yahoo.com *Psychic Readings *Medical Intuitive* Medium *Clairvoyant* Consultant* Medium* Astrologer* Numerologist* Reiki* Guidance that helps you with when, what and why of past experiences. Guidance in present situation; answers to why re-occurrence's may continue; guidance on how to pave the way,for a more fulfilling future; help that will guide you on your path, which will empower you to a higher level of mind, body and spirit. Expertise include: Relationships, finance, family, health, past life influences, life purpose, path fulfillment, energy healing, spiritual health. Call 954-802-3477

Your thoughts are incredibly powerful.

Choose yours wisely. ~Joe Dispenza

REFLEXOLOGY LAURA NORMAN HOLISTIC REFLEXOLOGY Delray Beach • New York City • The Berkshires 561-272-1220 • 212-532-4404 • 413-854-2615 www.lauranorman.com

Visit world-renowned expert Laura Norman and her experienced associates and enjoy private sessions in Holistic Reflexology, Life Wellness CoachingSM and Therapeutic Massage to reduce your stress, increase your energy, improve your health and love your life! Read Laura’s best-selling book, FEET FIRST: A Guide to Foot Reflexology and practice with one of our Instructional Foot, Hand and Face Reflexology DVDs and a colorful, foot-shaped pillow with Laura’s Reflexology foot map, her new Laura Norman Foot • Hand • Face Aromatherapy line and Laura’s other unique wellness products.

Call or visit us online to register for one of our: • Holistic Reflexology, Life Wellness & Massage Sessions • Free Introduction to Laura Norman Reflexology Training Webinar • Holistic Reflexology Certification Training Programs • Foot • Hand • Face Therapy Products Let us help you live an inspired life!

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LMT, Reiki Master/Teacher Integrated Therapies 561-271-2651 www.deenaelmore.com Lic #MA45730 Personalized intuitive sessions integrating massage, Reiki, cranio sacral work, Chakra Rebooting, Angel Therapy & channeling, Lifeline technique, and Bach Flower remedies. These therapies assist to awaken each individuals’ own inner wisdom and healing abilities! Deeply relaxing and transforming! Over 25 years of teaching experience, Reiki Master since 1999. Ongoing Reiki classes, now offering Reiki Level 1 for 7 hours of CEU's for Massage therapists. (NCBTMB certified) Reiki Healing/Sharing circles monthly. Visit website for details.

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SOUL LEVEL INTUITIVE HEALER JACQUELINE YAFA

Master ThetaHealer® Boca Raton, FL 321-GET-LOVE (438-5683) www.JacquelineYafa.com

Jacqueline, a Master ThetaHealing® Instructor & Practitioner, offers inperson, Skype & telephone intuitive healing or manifesting sessions; Monthly Certified Classes, Tesla Metamorphosis, Crystal Remote Viewing, & Raindrop Technique.

Visit www.JacquelineYafa.com or text "SOULIGHTEN" to 22828 for more info.

SOUND HEALING HENRY LEPLER

Healing Sound Guide/ Workshop Leader/Speaker Boca Raton, Florida - 561-251-3670 www.HenryLepler.com www.HenryLepler.com/cd/ On a longtime journey exploring his passion for healing sound, with special focus on voice, Henry offers sound journeys, healing circles, workshops and inspirational talks.

For more info about Henry or to hear sample clips of his newly released CD, Creating Space: Journeys of Healing Sound, go to www.henrylepler.com/cd

SPIRITUAL CENTER AND BOOKSTORE EXPEDITO ENLIGHTENMENT CENTER 4047 Okeechobee Blvd.

Tree of Life Plaza West Palm Beach FL 33409 (561) 682-0955 ExpediteEnligtenment.com The Expedito Enlightenment Center is honored to host the Violet Flame of Saint Germain. The Center is the perfect one-stop spiritual oasis for your enlightenment. Shop the Center’s extensive array of incense, books, statues, crystals and multi-cultural spiritual products.

Experience SarahSpiritual’s handcrafted line of spiritual baths, mists, oils and herbal blends designed by Sarah. Schedule a personal spiritual reading or healing session with SarahSpiritual. Attend spiritual lectures for your enlightenment and empowerment. Come bask in the transformational energy of the Enlightenment Center!

WELNESS CENTER

SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE

COMMUNICATING ENERGY WELLNESS CENTER

THE CRYSTAL GARDEN

2610 North Federal Highway Boynton Beach, FL 561-369-2836 www.thecrystalgarden.com A unique gift store, book store and spiritual center with more than 50 events a month. Check the calendar and website for listings.

370 W. Camino Gardens Blvd, Suite 112 Boca Raton, FL 33432 561-212-6862 www.communicatingenergyinstitute.com Colleen A. Haney, M. Ed., Integrative Energy Therapist Individual sessions, classes, meditations, drumming circle, women’s groups and more. Eden Energy Medicine, Healing Touch, EFT, Nutripuncture, Peace through Surgery Program, Spiritual Counseling, Intuitive readings. Full spectrum integrative support and nurturing. Know your personal energy body’s needs and have the tools to thrive!

SPIRITUAL CENTER AND ORGANIC TEA LOUNGE MY FLORA AURA

Daily Classes,Unique Gift shop & Free Organic tea Tasting My Flora Aura.com Jolie DeMarco 26 SE 4th street, East Boca Raton, FL 561-901-5808 JolieMyFloraAura@aol.com www.MyFloraAura.com

NANCY REMO GALLAWAY, LMT

Please take a look at our web-site to see what events we offer this month. We have so many fun classes to attend. Floral designing, Channeling sessions,MasterMinds,Reiki, Meditation circles, Tea Parties and More!

Stop in to say Hi, browse the store...or have a relaxing cup of Organic tea

SPROUTS GOT SPROUTS?

1880 West 10th St Riviera Beach, FL 33480 www.GotSprouts.com E-mail Info@GotSprouts.com 561-689-9464

4956 Le Chalet Blvd., # 13 Boynton Beach, FL 33436 561-350-6866 www.NancyRemoGallaway.com

Intuitive Mind Body Therapist, Nancy specializes in professional therapeutic massage, cupping, reflexology, energy healing, chakra healing/clearing, guided meditation-hypnosis, and spiritual counseling. # MA 61887

YOUR HEALING PLACE

Purveyors of Quality Wheatgrass, Sprouts, Juicers, Seed and Supplies. We supply Juice bars, Restaurants, Green Markets, Grocery Stores and The General Public with Healthy Sprouts! We Ship and Deliver

THERMOGRAPHY BREAST THERMOGRAPHY INTERNATIONAL

Shanna Schulze 877-315-7226, Ext 447 EarlyDetectionIsKey@gmail.com www.btiscan.com Radiation Free Cancer & Inflammation Screening. Locations in south FL, west FL & SC. Injury documentation, determine origination of pain, evaluate nerve pathology, and monitor progress of current treatments.

JEANNE ELLIS

Your Healing Place, LLC 561-706-2834 Yourhealingplace.jeanne@gmail.com License #MA29251 Discover your Infinite potential for healing & moving through life’s challenges with confidence and ease. Jeanne Ellis, Owner, has over 20 years experience helping people heal. Her qualifications are: * Licensed Massage Therapist * Certified NeuroMuscular Therapist * Certified LifeLine Practitioner/ Instructor * Certified BodyTalk Practitioner/Instructor * Reiki Master * Healer * Approved educational provider. For more info call Jeanne 561-706-2834. www.YourHealingPlaceFL.com

CHANGING TIMES BOOKSTORE

Village Commons 771 Village Blvd., Suite 202 561-640-0496

Books and gifts for New Awareness...

Adopt the pace of nature—her secret is patience. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Gentle Acupuncture Less Pain, Improved Sleep, More Energy, Lower Stress, Fertility and Wellness.

Dr. Cameron Bishop DAOM, L.Ac.

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Accredited Masters and Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 18 years of experience with ten in Western and Chiropractic Offices Trained in the USA, Europe, Japan and China State Licensed (AP 762), Nationally Board Certified (NCCAOM) Over four years training in the Far East in Healing and Martial Arts

Palm Beach Acupuncture

1505 N. Federal Hwy, Lake Worth, FL 33460

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